Obituaries

Jan 25, 2025

Mr. Norman Roland White, also known as Buddy to all his friends and family, passed away Saturday, January 25, 2025, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo.

Buddy was born January 28, 1939, in Lamar County, AL, to the late James and Carrie White.  After many years of living in Jackson, MS and Panama City, FL, he...

Jan 21, 2025

Avery Grace and Blakeney Elizabeth Hankins, the twin daughters of Andrew Hankins and Caroline Price, were stillborn on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at UAB Hospital in Birmingham.

A graveside service will be held Saturday, February 1, at 11:00 AM, at Christian Chapel Cemetery, with Eddie Finch and Brandon Phillips officiating.

They are survived by their...

Jan 15, 2025

Mr. Ronnie Dale Stanford, age 67, of Vernon, AL, passed away Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo.

Mr. Stanford was born November 7, 1957, in Sulligent, AL, to the late George William Stanford, Sr. and Gladys (Smith) Stanford.  He was a mechanic and owned his service station for over 40 years.  Mr....

Jan 13, 2025

Mr. Flavel Banks Faulkner, age 91, of Vernon, passed away Monday, January 13, 2025, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Columbus, MS.

Mr. Faulkner was born September 16. 1933, in Lamar County, AL, to the late Frank and Fanny (McGee) Faulkner.  He worked at United Technologies and worked as a mail carrier.  He was married to the late...

Jan 11, 2025

Mr. Murry Kenneth Franks, age 82, of Vernon, AL, passed away Saturday, January 11, 2025, at his residence.

Mr. Franks was born July 31, 1942, in Birmingham, AL, to the late John Morgan and Rae (Gilmer) Franks.  He enjoyed hunting and fishing with his sons, collecting guns and knives, and spending time with his family, especially his...

Jan 4, 2025

Mrs. Shannon Hardy, age 53, of Vernon, AL, passed away Saturday, January 4, 2025, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo.

Shannon was born August 21, 1971, to the late Daniel Ray and Betty Lou (Horton) Shaw.  She worked in accounting at Butler and Company..

Funeral services will be Saturday, January 11, at 2:00 PM,...

Jan 4, 2025

Mr. William "Willie" Arlton Wilkinson, Sr., of Vernon, AL, passed away Saturday, January 4, 2025, at DCH Regional Medical Center in Tuscaloosa.

Willie was born April 5, 1969, in Vicksburg, MS, to Emily Jean (Overton) Wilkinson and the late Louis Ray Wilkinson.  He was a retired truck driver, and was also preceded in death by two brothers,...

Jan 3, 2025

Mr. Darion William Adair, age 51, of Panama City, FL, passed away Friday, January 3, 2025, at his residence.

Darion was born May 18, 1973, in New Orleans, LA, to the late Kenneth George and and Margaret Ann (Pennington) Adair.  He was a 1991 graduate at Lamar County High School then attended Brewer State Community College.  He...

Dec 28, 2024

Mr. Shelton Larry Tucker, age 79, of Vernon, AL, passed away Saturday, December 28, 2024, at his residence.

Larry was born February 12, 1945, in Jasper, AL, to the late Shelton Howard and Opal Pauline (Rainey) Tucker.  He was also preceded in death by his brother, Thomas Tucker.

On June 10, 1989, Larry married Jill...

Dec 5, 2024

Mr. Foy Wallace Curry, age 92, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, peacefully passed on December 5, 2024, at UAB Hospital in Birmingham, AL, surrounded by his family.

Foy was born on February 15, 1932, in Millport, AL, to the late Golden and Ruby Curry.  He attended Lamar County High School where he graduated in 1950.  After...

Nov 27, 2024

Allison Leigh Ochoa, just 21 years old, departed this life too soon on Wednesday, November 17, 2024.  Born in Austin, TX, on June 29, 2003, Allison's journey began in the growing community of Manor, where she grew up and attended school.  Later, she embraced new beginnings in Alabama, graduating with the proud Class of 2021 from Lamar County High...

Nov 24, 2024

Mr. Curtis Edward Hawkins, age 61, of Vernon, AL, passed away Thursday, November 28, 2024, at Northwest Medical Center, in Winfield.

Mr. Hawkins was born July 29, 1963, in Vernon, AL, to Edgilee Bobo and the late Clyde Hawkins.  He served in the National Guard and was carpenter with a construction company.  He was also preceded in...

Nov 23, 2024

Mr. Christopher "Chris" Charles Cook, age 57, of Vernon, AL, passed away Saturday, November 23, 2024, at his residence.

Chris was born August 11, 1967, to Carlene Rasbury Newman and the late Charles Cook.  He was also preceded in death by his sister, Carrie Denise Cook.

Chris and his father mutually loved classic cars.  Chris's...

Nov 19, 2024

Mr. Jason Dewayne Brasfield, age 48, of Sulligent, AL, passed away Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at his residence.

Jason was born December 4, 1975, in Vernon, AL, to the late Norris and Shelby Brasfield.  He was self-employed, and was also preceded in death by his grandparents, Larry and Allie Mae Brasfield, and Ack and Bernice Johnson; two...

Nov 12, 2024

Mrs. Sarah Dean McDaniel, age 79, of Vernon, AL, passed away Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at her residence.

Mrs. McDaniel was born April 20, 1945, in Vernon, AL, to the late Aubrey and Margie Brown Hall.  She was a longtime faithful member of Springfield Free Will Baptist Church, and owned the Kountry Kitchen Restaurant where she was...

Nov 12, 2024

Mrs. Kathy Jo Hammett, age 67, of Vernon, AL, passed away Tuesday, November 12, 2024, in Vernon.

Mrs. Hammett was born September 3, 1957, in Vernon, AL, to the late Bert and Alice Foster Glasgow.  She owned and operated a home daycare, providing childcare for families for over 30 years.  Her love for the children she nurtured...

Nov 3, 2024

Mr. Willie Raymond Creel, age 93, of Shannon, MS, passed away Sunday, November 3, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo.

Mr. Creel was born February 9, 1931, in Geneva, AL, to the late Ervin and Claudie Crews Creel.  He worked in the cotton mill, and was married to the late Mamie Johnson Creel.  He was also...

Nov 3, 2024

Clarence Williams was born on August 26, 1956, in Caledonia, MS, to the late Ofie Augusta Poe Williams.  He departed this earthly life on Sunday, November 3, 2024.  Clarence was an active member of United Baptist Church in Vernon, AL.  He was employed with Bryan Foods and Georgia Pacific until his health prevented him from participating.

In...

Oct 28, 2024

Mr. James "Jimmy" Edwin Greer, age 85, of Vernon, AL, passed away Monday, October 28, 2024, at Generations of Vernon.

Jimmy was born January 11, 1939, in Vernon, AL.  He was a graduate of Lamar County High School, then he graduated from Forestry at Auburn University where he played basketball his freshman year.  He married his high...

Oct 26, 2024

Ms. Murtice Lorene Guyton, age 82, of Sulligent, AL, passed away Saturday, October 26. 2024, at her residence.

Ms. Guyton was born March 12, 1942, in Lamar County, AL, to the late Littleton and Ruthie Mae Young Guyton.  She was a seamstress at McCoy Manufacturing, and was also preceded in death by her sister, Joy F. Maxwell,...