Obituaries

Local Picayune, Mississippi Obituaries

Sylvester Leroy "Fat Man" Stubbs, Jr.

Sylvester Leroy "Fat Man" Stubbs, Jr.

Oct 24, 2025

Sylvester Leroy Stubbs, Jr.

“But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.”     Mathew 6:33 KJV

Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, November 1, 2025 at 12:00 p.m. at St. Matthew Missionary Baptist Church. Rev. Dr. Van Bolden will be the officiant. Visitation will be held Friday, October...

Elister "Pig" Harrell

Elister "Pig" Harrell

Oct 19, 2025

Elister “Pig” Harrell

“Do not grieve; for the joy of the Lord is your strength.” Nehemiah 8:10

He was known by all as “Pig”, but was named Elister Harrell and born July 17, 1967, to the late Mr. Adolph and Mrs. Glady’s Harrell. On October 19, 2025, God’s Angel’s came and gave Elister his wings. He passed away at Forrest General Hospital,...

Vincent Edwin Stallings

Vincent Edwin Stallings

Oct 12, 2025

Vincent “Luke” “Bro-Law” Stallings was born on June 26, 1962 to Theodore and Mary Stallings in Chicago, IL. He moved to Picayune, MS at an early age. He attended Picayune High School, Class of 1980. “Cool Hand Luke” loved a good time, and it was at a gathering that he met Linda, his wife of 36 years. He worked for...

Christopher Lee Norwood

Christopher Lee Norwood

Oct 4, 2025

Christopher Lee Norwood

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

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at First Cornerstone Baptist Church, 917 Cayten Street, Picayune, Mississippi. Bishop Vernon Robinson, Pastor / Officiant, and Dr. Picasso Nelson, Sr., Eulogist. Entrusted...

Helen Willie Taylor

Helen Willie Taylor

Sep 30, 2025

Helen Willie Taylor

“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.” John 14:3 KJV

Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 11, 2025 at1:00 p.m. at Pleasant Valley Baptist Church, Rev. Wyman Gauldin, Pastor will officiate at the service and Rev. Ronald...

April Lanette Woullard Poole

April Lanette Woullard Poole

Sep 22, 2025



“Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28

April Lanette Woullard Poole was born to the late Elder Arthur Noel Woullard and Ruth Anna Woullard on April 18, 1963.

She was baptized at an early age by her father, then again by the late Elder Willis Carter.

April graduated from Petal High...

Jeremy Dan-Yelle Antoine

Jeremy Dan-Yelle Antoine

Sep 6, 2025

“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.” – 2 Timothy 4:7

Mr. Jeremy Dan-Yelle Antoine, beloved son, father, brother, and friend, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at the age of 38.

Jeremy was born on December 28, 1986, to Ronald Antoine and Georgia Antoine...

Kayla De'Nea Causey

Kayla De'Nea Causey

Aug 11, 2025

“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and save those who are crushed in spirit.” Psalms 34:18

Kayla De’Nea Causey, beloved daughter of Rosalind and Kevin Causey, and cherished twin sister, passed away at the tender age of 16. Kayla was a bright light to all who knew her. She touched many hearts with her kindness, her laughter, and her love...

Anterio Joshaun Jones

Anterio Joshaun Jones

Aug 7, 2025

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

Memorial services will be held Saturday, August 23, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Bethlehem Baptist Church, 1190 South Beech Street, Picayune, MS 39466. Rev. Louis Thomas, Pastor will officiate at the service.

Anterio was born March 28, 1987 to his loving and devoted mother, Mary Jones.

He was a member of Bethlehem Baptist...

Danisha Danielle "Dina"Dillion-Williams

Danisha Danielle "Dina"Dillion-Williams

Aug 2, 2025

“If my people who are called by my name will humble themselves, and pray and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sins and heal their land.” 2 Chronicles 7:14

Danisha Danielle “Dina” Dillion was born July 21, 1977, to her late parents Geneva Dillion-Gaulden and Leverne “Bo” Smith,...

Corey Alexander Whitehead

Corey Alexander Whitehead

Aug 2, 2025

Corey Alexander Whitehead, age 47, passed away on August 2, 2025, at Forrest General Hospital surrounded by his loved ones. 

 He was born on February 10, 1978, in Laurel, MS, Corey was a 1996 graduate of Pearl River Central High School.  He went on to work at McDonald's in Slidell, LA, where he was known for his dedication and friendly spirit. 

 Corey...

Sgt. Louis Turner

Sgt. Louis Turner

Jul 13, 2025



“To everything there is a season…Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

Louis Turner passed away peacefully on July 13, 2025 at Picayune Rehabilitation and Healthcare Rehab Center in Picayune, MS, at the age of 86. Affectionately known by many as “Papa.” He lived a life full of humor, a contagious smile and joyous spirit that touched everyone he met. 

He was born in Picayune, MS, to...

Kathleen Mae McGill Rawls

Kathleen Mae McGill Rawls

Jul 2, 2025

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race. I have kept the faith.” II Timothy 4:7 NIV

Funeral services will be held Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Matthews Missionary Baptist Church. The visitation will be one hour prior to service time. Rev. Dr. Joey Mark will officiate at the service.

Kathleen was born on January...

Pastor Jackie Rene Hurd

Pastor Jackie Rene Hurd

Jun 27, 2025

Obituary

“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13

Jackie Rene Hurd, son of the late Mable Louise Hurd and the late Harold Paul Hurd. Jackie was born on May 22,1954 in Picayune, MS. In 1972 he later met and married Ruby Hurd. To this union they were blessed with four beautiful children Renee, Angela, Aisha and Jackie...

Allison Marie Burton-Bowens

Allison Marie Burton-Bowens

Jun 12, 2025

Allison Marie Burton Bowens

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” Matthew 5:4

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our loved one, Allison Marie Burton Bowens, a vibrant spirit and beloved soul. She transitioned to her heavenly home on June 12, 2025 at the age of 66.

Allison is survived by her husband of 22...

Geneva Dillion Gaulden

Geneva Dillion Gaulden

May 24, 2025



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Geneva Dillion Gaulden

"And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyed; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain; for the former things are passed away."  Revelation 21:4

Geneva Dillion Gaulden was born April 14, 1948, to the late Leroy and Rosie Dillion in Quentin, MS.  She moved to Picayune,...

Teresa Nixon

Teresa Nixon

May 14, 2025



Teresa Nixon

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

Teresa Nixon, 53, was the last child born to George Nixon and Maggie Jones Nixon, on June 3, 1971. She accepted Christ and joined New Beginnings Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Joey Mark.

She was a graduate of Picayune Memorial High School, Class of 1989...

Jeanette Hart Rancifer

Jeanette Hart Rancifer

Apr 11, 2025

Jeanette Hart Rancifer

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

Funeral services will be held Friday, April 25, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at Pilgrim Bound Missionary Baptist Church, 921 Baylous Street, Picayune, MS. Visitation will one hour prior to service time. Rev. Henry S. Marshall will be the officiant.

Jeanette Rancifer was born on July 26, 1959, to the...

Lamont Montgomery

Lamont Montgomery

Apr 9, 2025

Lamont Montgomery

“To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:” Ecclesiastes 3:1

Memorial service will be held Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at his resident, 890 Herrin Drive, Picayune, MS 39466.

Lamont was born on July 23, 1976 to the late Henry Ed Montgomery Jr. and Barbara Lynn Barnes.

He was an avid auto...

Herman Williams

Herman Williams

Apr 8, 2025

 Herman Williams

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” Matthew 5:4

Funeral services will be held Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Trinity Outreach Ministries.502 Jarrell Street, Picayune, MS. Visitation will be one hour prior to service time. Pastor Carl Flowers will officiate at the services. Interment will be in the Picayune Cemetery, 8th Street, Picayune, MS.

Herman...