Robert Leland Beall Jr.
Robert Leland Beall Jr. passed away peacefully at his home in Kenner, La., on Dec. 30, 2023. He was born on Aug. 25, 1944, in Hazlehurst. His parents were the late Robert Leland Beall Sr. and Emma Katherine McCardle Beall Hester. He was a graduate of Crystal Springs High School and Copiah-Lincoln Junior College. He…
Read MoreEloise Shannon Brock
Eloise Shannon Brock, 99, of Crystal Springs, joined her Heavenly Father on Jan. 3, 2024, surrounded by her loving family in Copiah County. She lived a full, vibrant life filled with grace, compassion, sass, class, and a true love for God, family, friends, community, and country. Born on Dec. 16, 1924, to Lou Ella Arant…
Read MoreTommy Carl Davis
Tommy Carl “Fasie” Davis, of Hazlehurst, passed away on Dec. 7, 2023, at St. Dominic Hospital. Service was held at Westhaven Memorial Funeral Home Inc. in Hazlehurst, with Bishop Steven Catchings officiating. Westhaven Memorial Funeral Home oversaw the arrangements. Interment was at Mt. Shady Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Wesson. The pallbearers were Jerry Montgomery,…
Read MoreNick Grubbs
Nick Grubbs, 26, of Hazlehurst, passed away Jan. 3, 2024. A service was held Jan. 7 at Stringer Family Chapel. Nick loved drawing and making wire crosses. He enjoyed hunting and collected knives and rocks. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Carl Henderson; grandmother, Brenda Johnson; stepmother, Laurie Grubbs; and cousins, Hank Grubbs…
Read MoreJames A. Harper
James A. (Jim) Harper, 76, of Hazlehurst, joined his Heavenly Father on Dec. 27, 2023, surrounded by his loving family at his home. He was born Nov. 12, 1947, in his same home in Hazlehurst to J.S. and Myrtis Harper. Mr. Harper lived an exemplary life with honesty, integrity, fairness, and a true love for…
Read MoreLogan Johnson
Logan “LoLo’ Johnson, 17, of Crystal Springs. passed away Dec. 24, 2023. A service was held Dec. 30 at Stringer Family Chapel, with burial at Pilgrims Rest Cemetery. Logan was a very successful young man and loved life to the fullest. He worked for his stepfather and was a great plumber. He had goals set…
Read MoreThomas Johnson
Thomas “Tommy” Ray Johnson was born Jan. 20, 1954, in Crystal Springs. He passed away on Dec. 30, 2023, after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. Tommy was 69 years of age. A graveside service was held Jan. 10, 2024, at Johnson Cemetery. Stringer Family Funeral Home in Crystal Springs handled arrangements. Tommy is survived…
Read MoreJane E. Lagerwey
Jane E. Lagerwey passed away peacefully into the hands of her Lord on Dec. 21, 2023, in San Antonio, Texas. She was born on April 17, 1930, in Gatesville to Blanch and Luther Guynes. She was preceded in death by her parents and her loving husband, Walter Lagerwey. Jane is survived by her stepchildren, Donald…
Read MoreJack Talbot Yates
Jack Talbot Yates passed away Jan. 2, 2024. He was born on April 30, 1930, in Hazlehurst to Ada Hutchinson Yates and Jerome B. Yates Sr. He graduated from Hazlehurst High School, where he met Mary Ann Miller. Jack and Mary Ann were married and have been for 76 years. Jack spent most of his…
Read MoreExercise guidelines for adults
A physically active lifestyle has been linked to a host of health benefits, including a reduced risk for various chronic diseases and a longer, healthier life. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services notes that moving more and sitting less benefits people regardless of their age, sex, race, ethnicity, or even current fitness levels.…
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