Obituaries
Archie Franklin Lyons Jr.
Archie Franklin Lyons Jr., 85, a resident of Crystal Springs, passed away May 11, 2023, at his home surrounded by his family. Funeral services were held May 15 at Stringer Family Funeral Services in Crystal Springs. Mr. Lyons was born Jan. 20, 1938, in Harrisville to Archie Franklin Lyons Sr. and Lula Wells Lyons. He…
Read MoreKaden Ace Mallett
Kaden Ace Mallett was born on Jan. 11, 2020. Kaden, as he is affectionately known, gained his wings on April 21, 2023. A funeral service was held May 5 at Pentecostals of Crystal Springs, with Rev. Charles Thornton officiating. Arrangements and services were entrusted to C.J. Williams Mortuary. Kaden leaves to cherish his memories his…
Read MoreBillie Joe Terry Moore
Billie Joe Terry Moore, 92, passed away in Fleming Island, Fla., on May 4, 2023. Joe was born in Hazlehurst to John Avery and Marion Christine (Thompson) Terry. She was gifted with a beautiful soprano voice, singing with glee club, church choirs, stage productions, and Sweet Adelines, competing in one national competition. She taught children…
Read MoreJoseph O’Neal III
Joseph O’Neal III, 60, passed away May 1, 2023. A funeral service was held May 10 at House of Peoples Funeral Home Chapel in Hazlehurst. Survivors include his daughter, Jasmine Cahn O’Neal; one grandson; mother, Eva White; and brother, Lawrence O’Neal.
Read MoreJanice Volpe
Janice Caruso Volpe, 81, of Hazlehurst, passed away May 7, 2023. Janice was laid to rest at a private ceremony on May 15 at St. Bernard Memorial Gardens in Chalmette, La. Stringer Family Funeral Home in Hazlehurst and St. Bernard Funeral Home handled arrangements. Janice dedicated her life in service to her country and her…
Read MoreJacqueline Dodds Donahoe
Jacqueline “Jackie” Dodds Donahoe, 76, of Crystal Springs, had her home-going on April 30, 2023. A funeral service was held May 6 at Pilgrims Rest Baptist Church in Crystal Springs. Stringer Family Funeral Home in Crystal Springs handled arrangements. Jackie was preceded in death by her son, William Luke Donahoe; her sisters, Barbara Ann Lee…
Read MoreEdwina McRee
Edwina McRee, 91, of Hazlehurst, passed away May 4, 2023. A funeral service was held May 7 at First Baptist Church Chapel, Hazlehurst, with burial at Ben Salem Cemetery. Stringer Family Funeral Home in Hazlehurst handled arrangements. Mrs. McRee was born and raised in the Allen Community outside of Hazlehurst. She attended Allen School then…
Read MoreAshley Leigh-Ann Pierce
Ashley Leigh-Ann Pierce (Sissy) went to be with the Lord on April 20, 2023, at River Oaks Hospital in Flowood. The family will have a celebration of Ashley’s life at a later date that is to be determined. Ashley lived in Crystal Springs with her mother and two children. She loved her family and children…
Read MoreGladys Thornton
Gladys Marie Malone Thornton, 96, of Crystal Springs, passed away April 30, 2023, at St. Dominic Hospital in Jackson. A funeral service was held May 4 at Pilgrims Rest Baptist Church, with burial in the church cemetery. Mrs. Thornton, a native of Grand Prairie, Texas, was a member of Pilgrims Rest Baptist Church, where she…
Read MoreJohnnie B. Adams Jr.
Johnnie B. Adams Jr., 84, of Crystal Springs, passed away April 24, 2023, at his home. A funeral was held April 28 at Shady Grove M.B. Church, with burial in the church cemetery. Century Funeral Home handled the arrangements. Survivors include his sons, Kenny Adams, Randy Adams, Patrell Williams, Marcus Williams; daughters, Debra Jackson, Marilyn…
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