Obituaries

Howard Benson, 71, of Crystal Springs, passed from this earthly life to eternal peace and rest on Nov. 3, 2024.  He was a beloved son, brother, father, and grandfather. He was preceded in death by his wife, Brenda Benson, and father, Milton Benson Sr. He is survived by his family whom he loved with all…

Ealie Leavern Howard passed away peacefully on the morning of Nov. 9, 2024, at Willow Creek Retirement Center in Byram. Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 13, at Stringer Family Funeral Home in Crystal Springs. The service will be 11 on Wednesday at Stringer Family Chapel, with burial at Crystal Springs…

Judith Randle Brewer, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at her home in Hazlehurst on Nov. 6, 2024. Arrangements for Mrs. Brewer will include visitation, beginning at noon on Nov. 8 at First Baptist Church in Hazlehurst, with services to follow at 2 p.m. Graveside service will…

Kelly Christina Bryant Drumm, 47, passed away Nov. 2, 2024. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 7, at Stringer Family Funeral Home in Crystal Springs. The service will be at 11 a.m., Friday, Nov. 8, at Stringer Family Chapel. She was preceded in death by her parents, James Ellis Bryant and…

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Douglas G. Davis, who left us peacefully on Oct. 31, 2024, at the age of 75. Born on May 27 in Hazlehurst, Douglas lived a life filled with kindness, laughter, and love. He was a devoted husband to Rhonda Davis and a loving father…

Sherdie Lee “Jaybird” Major, 82, passed away on Oct. 23, 2024. Jaybird received his wings just days before his 83rd birthday. He was born to Mary Tillman and Jacob Major on Oct. 31, 1941, in Martinsville. Jaybird was raised in the church where his mother and grandparents instilled strong Christian values and love for the…

Maggie Heggins Watson, 44, went to be with our Lord on Nov. 2, 2024, at St. Dominic Hospital. She was born July 18, 1980, in Vicksburg. Maggie resided in Hazlehurst with her husband and fur baby. Maggie cherished her time with her husband and friends. Her generous organ donation will carry on the selfless love…

Everette Lee Conley, 87, passed away at the Mississippi Veterans Home in Collins on Nov. 2, 2024. Visitation will be from 1 to 2 p.m., Monday, Nov. 4, at Stringer Family Funeral Home in Crystal Springs. The service will be at 2 p.m., Monday, at Stringer Family Chapel, with burial at County Line Cemetery. Mr.…

Shirley Jean Granger, 83, of Hazlehurst, passed away peacefully on Oct. 27, 2024. She chose a beautiful Sunday morning to make her way to Heaven. Sundays were her favorite day after all. She was born on Feb. 19, 1941, to Allen and Julia Roberts of the Strong Hope community. Shirley was a devoted member of…

Holly Erin Abernathy, 48, of Hazlehurst, passed away at her residence Oct. 24, 2024.  Visitation will be from 9 to 11 a.m., Wednesday, Oct. 30, at Stringer Family Funeral Home in Crystal Springs.  The funeral service will be at 11 a.m., Wednesday, at Stringer Family Chapel, with burial at Gallman Cemetery. Holly, a native of…