Obituaries

Local Picayune, Mississippi Obituaries

Justin Lamar Gutter

Justin Lamar Gutter

Jun 6, 2026

Justin Lamar Gutter

“We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord."  2 Corinthians 5:8 

Justin Lamar Gutter, 34, passed away leaving behind a legacy of faith, love, and friendship. Born to Judy Taylor and George Gutter Jr., Justin was known as a gentle giant whose kindness and warm spirit...

Shawn DeWayne Hall

Shawn DeWayne Hall

Jun 1, 2026

Shawn DeWayne Hall

“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:” II Timothy 4:7 (KJV)

Graveside service will be held Friday, June 12, 2026, at 11:00 at the Picayune Cemetery, 8th Street, Picayune, MS, 39466.

Shawn D Hall was born on September 14, 1972, in Picayune, MS, to the late Ella Mae Morris-Hall and Raymond...

Janet Alexander

Janet Alexander

May 30, 2026

“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.” Psalm 23:1 KJV

Memorial service will be held Monday, June 22, 2026 at 11:30 a.m. at First Cornerstone Baptist Church, 917 Cayden Street, Picayune, MS 39466. Bishop Vernon Robinson will officiate at the service. Internment will be at 1:30 p.m. at the Southeast LA Veterans Cemetery, 34888 Grantham College Dr., Slidell, LA...

Terry Louis Fowler

Terry Louis Fowler

May 15, 2026

Terry Louis Fowler

“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, bur have everlasting life.” John 3:16 KJV

Memorial service for Terry Louis Fowler, age 21, of Picayune, MS, will be held on Friday, June 19, 2026, 12:00 p.m. at Brown’s Funeral Home Chapel, 1011 Rosa Street, Picayune, MS...

Eddie Lawrence "Eddie Bo" Jenkins

Eddie Lawrence "Eddie Bo" Jenkins

May 12, 2026

Eddie Bo Lawrence Jenkins, age 70, of Picayune, Mississippi, passed away on May 13, 2026.

Born on October 23, 1955, in Picayune, Mississippi, Eddie Jenkins was the child of Horace Jenkins and Roberta “Lucy Mae” Jenkins. He attended East Side Middle School and worked as a carpenter for more than 50 years.

Eddie Jenkins was known for his big personality, wise words,...

Mildred "Dink" Huderson

Mildred "Dink" Huderson

May 10, 2026

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Mildred ”Dink” Huderson

Funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at Pleasant Valley Baptist Church, 500 Weems Street, Picayune, MS 39466 with visitation one hour prior to service time. Pastor Wayman Gaulden will be officiating. Interment will be in the New Palestine Cemetery, 2500 Palestine Road, Picayune, MS 39466.

Mildred Huderson, age 75, of Picayune, MS...

Manuel Coleman, Sr.

Manuel Coleman, Sr.

Apr 26, 2026

Manuel Coleman, Sr.

“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.” Psalm 23:1

Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 2, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. at Pleasant Valley Baptist Church, 500 Weems Street, Picayune, MS 39466. Visitation will be one hour prior to service time. Rev. Wyman Gaulden, Pastor will officiate at the service.

Manuel Coleman, Sr. was born June 16, 1938...

Michael Robinson

Michael Robinson

Apr 23, 2026



Michael Robinson

Memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. at Brown’s Funeral Home Chapel, 1011 Rosa Stree, Picayune, MS 39466. A repast will follow at the family home.

Michael Robinson, affectionately known as “Big Mike,” passed away on April 23, 2026, at the age of 57. Born on February 28, 1969, Michael lived a life defined...

Mrs. Bertina Brown

Mrs. Bertina Brown

Apr 16, 2026



Mrs. Bertina Brown

I will say of the LORD, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust. Psalm 91:2 KJV

Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at First Cornerstone Baptist Church, 917 Cayten Street, Picayune, MS 39466. Visitation will be one hour prior to service time. Bishop Vernon Robinson is...

Mrs. Idora White

Mrs. Idora White

Apr 5, 2026



Mrs. Idora White

“GOD is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Psalm 46:1

Mrs. Idora White, 85, was born in Poplarville, MS to the late Frank and Mariah Watson on December 27, 1940. She departed this life on April 5, 2026.

She was educated in the Poplarville School System and graduated from Todd Memorial High School. She furthered her...

Andra Joseph Dawson

Andra Joseph Dawson

Mar 31, 2026



Andra Joseph Dawson

“Never could have made it without You”……..Marvin Sapp

Funeral service will be held Friday, April 10, 2026 at Noon at Trinity Outreach Ministries, 502 Jarrell Street, Picayune, MS 39466. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until service time. Rev. Carl Flowers, Pastor will be officiating.

Andra Joseph Dawson gained his wings on Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at Slidell Memorial Hospital...

Susan Anner Rhodes Loper

Susan Anner Rhodes Loper

Mar 26, 2026

"Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, ......... Psalm 23:4

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at Harts Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, 340 Dupont Harts Chapel Road, Poplarville, MS 39470. Visitation will be Monday, March 30, 2026 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Brown's Funeral Home Chapel, 1011 Rosa...

Renette Hollemon

Renette Hollemon

Mar 25, 2026

Renette Hollemon 

Renette Hollemon, 84, of Picayune, MS passed away peacefully at home on March 25, 2026.

She was born August 8, 1941 in Bassfield, MS to Owen Griffith and Edna Earl Payton. A devoted woman of faith and a longtime member of Christian Fellowship Church, Miss Hollemon was her family's matriarch, strong, hardworking, and God-fearing. She dedicated over 30 years to...

Joseph Harvey

Joseph Harvey

Mar 24, 2026

Joseph Harvey

“Amazing Grace!  Tis grace hath brought me safe thus far, and grace will lead me home.”

Funeral service will be held Friday, April 3, 2026 at Pleasant Valley Baptist Church, 500 Weems Street, Picayune, MS 39466 at 1:00 p.m.. Visitation will be held Thursday, April 2, 2026 at Brown’s Funeral Home Chapel, 1011 Rosa Street, Picayune, MS from Noon –...

Missionary Gaybe Wrightout

Missionary Gaybe Wrightout

Mar 15, 2026

“Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also I me. In my Father’s house are many mansions: if it were not so I would have told you. And if I go and prepare a place for you. I will come again, and receive you unto myself: that where I am, there ye may be also.”

St. John...

DeQuian Terrion Thompson

DeQuian Terrion Thompson

Mar 13, 2026



DeQuian Terrion Thompson, age 30, passed away after celebrating his birthday on March 4, doing what he loved—traveling to California and attending a game to see LeBron James.

DeQuian was passionate about football and began playing at the age of four, continuing throughout his high school years. He graduated from West Harrison High School in 2017 and later attended Mississippi Gulf...

Joe Dudley Biggs

Joe Dudley Biggs

Mar 10, 2026

“Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, … Psalm 23:4

Graveside service will be held Friday, March 20, 2026, at Noon at the Picayune 8th Street Cemetery, Picayune, MS.

Joe was born August 10, 1957, in Picayune, MS, to the late Mable Biggs and Johnnie Love.

He was a graduate of the Class of 1975.

After serving five years...

Don Carlos McDougle, Sr.

Don Carlos McDougle, Sr.

Feb 18, 2026

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Psalm 23:4

Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 27, 2026, at East Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church, at 1124 E. Jerusalem Avenue, Picayune, MS. Visitation will begin at 12:00 PM...

Albert L. Hathorne, Jr.

Albert L. Hathorne, Jr.

Feb 18, 2026



“The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord: and he delighteth in his way.” Psalm 37:23

Albert Hathorne Jr., affectionately known as “Mr. What About It,” passed away peacefully on February 18, 2026, at the age of 81.

Albert was a devoted husband, loving father, and proud grandfather who deeply cherished his family. A lifelong resident of Picayune, Mississippi,...

Phillip Jackson

Phillip Jackson

Feb 17, 2026



“Amazing Grace! Tis grace hath brought me safe thus far, and grace will lead me home.”

Funeral service will be held Saturday, February 28, 2026, at St. Matthew Baptist Church, 2106 Walker Street, Picayune, MS 39466 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation will be held Friday, February 27, 2026, at Brown’s Funeral Home Chapel, 1011 Rosa Street, Picayune, MS from 5:00 -7:00 p.m.

Phillip...