Obituaries

Kathlyn Knox

Kathlyn Knox

Mar 11, 2021

On Thursday, March 11th, Kathlyn "Chickie" (Younger) Knox of Picayune, MS passed away peacefully in her sleep at home at the age of 87. Tough as nails, with a heart of gold, Chickie was a woman of many talents. As a life-long competitive horsewoman, she was National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association "All Around Cowgirl" twice and was inducted into McNeese State...

George Willie Rooks

George Willie Rooks

Mar 11, 2021

George Rooks residing in Picayune, Mississippi, from Chalmette, Louisiana passed away at the age of 75 on Thursday, March 11, 2021. George was a resident of Picayune, Mississippi for thirteen years, a veteran of the US Army, and was a hard-working machinist. He enjoyed making everyone around laugh. George loved his family, his dog, Jazz and two cats, Medina and...

Robert Dale Stockstill

Robert Dale Stockstill

Mar 10, 2021

Robert Dale Stockstill of Picayune, Mississippi passed away at the age of 61 on Wednesday, March 10, 2021. Robert was a lifelong resident of Picayune, Mississippi and a member of Union Baptist Church. He was married to the love of his life, Dorothy for twenty-six years. Together, they enjoyed riding motorcycles, fishing and spending time together. He loved playing music,...

Richard Charles Stout

Richard Charles Stout

Mar 7, 2021

Richard Charles Stout of Picayune, Mississippi passed away at the age of 98 on Sunday, March 7, 2021. Richard was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana and was the youngest sibling of the family. He was only able to complete his education through the ninth grade as he was compelled to quit in order to help support the family...

Shannon Leigh Morrison

Shannon Leigh Morrison

Mar 2, 2021

Shannon Leigh Morrison of Picayune, Mississippi passed away at the age of 41 on Tuesday, March 2, 2021. Shannon was a lifelong resident of Picayune, Mississippi. She loved listening to music and being outdoors. She is survived by her mother, Kathy Kellar (Steve "Woopie"); son, Michael Alleman, III; daughter, Destiny P. Alleman; beloved sons that were adopted to loving families;...

Wilda Fae Mcnatt

Wilda Fae Mcnatt

Feb 27, 2021

Wilda Fae McNatt of Picayune, Mississippi passed away at the age of 87 on Saturday, February 27, 2021 in the comfort of her home. Wilda was a resident of Picayune since 1965 and a member of Goodyear Baptist Church since 1970. She was a Teacher at Hancock High School for 22 years and a member of the Retired Teacher's Association....

William Ike Tucker

William Ike Tucker

Feb 22, 2021

William "Billy" Ike Tucker, III. of Carriere, Mississippi passed away at the age of 77 on Monday, February 22, 2021. Billy was a longtime resident of Carriere, Mississippi for forty years. He enjoyed the outdoors, camping, fishing, and hunting. Billy loved antique trucks and was a member of Boulevard Cruisers and founder member of Good Time Cruisers. He is survived...

Olive Carol Stockstill

Olive Carol Stockstill

Feb 21, 2021

Olive Carol Voiles Stockstill of Picayune, Mississippi passed away at the age of 80 on Sunday, February 21, 2021. Carol was a longtime resident of Picayune and a member of Westlawn Baptist Church. She is survived by daughters, Denise Van Peski (Mike) of Picayune, Lynn Martin (Tony) of Poplarville, and Cindy Woods (David) of Lumberton; stepchildren; brother, Kenneth Voiles of...

David John Folkard

David John Folkard

Feb 20, 2021

David John Folkard, age 57, passed away suddenly on February 20, 2021. David was born in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire England to the late Elizabeth Bowen Folkard and William Charles Folkard. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Tina V. Folkard, his brother Alan Folkard and Sister-in-law Sue of Seaton, England. He was son-in-law to Evelyn and the late Salvadore Venturella....

Laura Catherine Williams

Laura Catherine Williams

Feb 14, 2021

Cathy Williams, age 67, was called to her heavenly home Sunday, February 14, 2021. Cathy Williams was born February 5th, 1954 in Savannah, GA. Her family moved to Picayune, MS in 1960 where they found a home that they would never leave. She formed a life in Picayune that would impact not only this community, but the world. Cathy lived...

Benjamin Moore Mckinnie

Benjamin Moore Mckinnie

Feb 11, 2021

Benjamin Moore McKinnie of Picayune, Mississippi passed away at the age of 58 on Thursday, February 11, 2021. Benjamin enjoyed painting pictures, duck hunting, and loved being outdoors. He is survived by his wife, Sharon McKinnie; step-son, John Newell (Vanessa); step-daughter, Amanda Jones (Danny); brother, John McKinnie (Tish); sisters, Faye Ellis and Eve Sheridan (Mike); and five step-grandchildren. He is...

Susan Elaine Lumetta

Susan Elaine Lumetta

Feb 10, 2021

Susan Elaine Pepiton Lumetta Josserand, resident of Carriere Mississippi, went to be with the Lord on February 10, 2021. She was surrounded by family until the end. Susan took great pride in being an at home wife and a fur mommy. She and Jesse, prior to his death, loved being with family and playing with Susan's great nephews. Susan was...

Judy Aguirre

Judy Aguirre

Feb 8, 2021

Judy Aguirre of Carriere, Mississippi passed away Monday, February 8, 2021 at the age of 77. A celebration of life will be held, 3:00 p.m. Friday February 26, 2021 at Central Baptist Church in McNeil, MS.

Russell Lee Still

Russell Lee Still

Jan 30, 2021

Russell Lee Still, Jr. of Picayune, Mississippi passed away at the age of 61 on Saturday, January 30, 2021. Russell was a longtime resident of Picayune for over thirty years. He was an avid reader and enjoyed hunting. He is survived by one brother, Terry Still (Melinda Moore); two sisters, Juanita Still Millhouse (Ronald) and Diana Cottrell; aunts, uncles, nieces,...

Wilton Randolph Carlan

Wilton Randolph Carlan

Jan 23, 2021

Wilton "Bro. Randy" Randolph Carlan, Jr. of Picayune, Mississippi passed away at the age of 76 on Saturday, January 23, 2021. Bro. Randy was a longtime resident of Picayune and a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Ozona and a minister for many years. He enjoyed playing the guitar and gathering...

David Shane Merrifield

David Shane Merrifield

Jan 19, 2021

David "Swole" Shane Merrifield of Picayune, Mississippi passed away Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at the age of 44. Shane was a lifelong resident of Picayune and a member of First Baptist Church of Nicholson. He loved his motorcycle and truck and enjoyed going for rides. He loved spending time with family and attending his kids football games. Shane was deeply...

Donald Vernon Barnes

Donald Vernon Barnes

Jan 14, 2021

Donald "Donnie" Vernon Barnes of Carriere, Mississippi passed away Thursday, January 14, 2021 at the age of 49. Donnie Barnes, one of the best guys you will ever come across, Donnie never met a stranger and would go out of his way to help anyone anywhere, he was a gentle giant with a huge heart, you could depend on him....

George Burke Lee

George Burke Lee

Jan 11, 2021

George "Buddy" Burke Lee of Picayune, Mississippi passed away at the age of 72 on Monday, January 11, 2021. Buddy was a lifelong resident of Picayune and a member of Goodyear Baptist Church. He served in the US Army during Vietnam Conflict 1970-1971 and was stationed in Augsburg, Germany. He loved music and cooking. Will be missed by many. He...

Randolph Ew Jacobs

Randolph Ew Jacobs

Jan 11, 2021

Randolph Drew Jacobs of Picayune, Mississippi passed away Monday, January 11, 2021 at the age of 71. Randolph moved from Texas to Picayune in 2008. He enjoyed playing poker and fishing. He is survived by wife, Elizabeth Jacobs; two sons, William Jacobs (Kimberly) and Bryan Jacobs (Rachel); one sister, Elaina Gomez (Hector); and two grandchildren, Evan Jacobs and Charley Jacobs....

Joe Tim Sumrall

Joe Tim Sumrall

Jan 11, 2021

Joe Tim Sumrall of Picayune, Mississippi passed away at the age of 78 on Monday, January 11, 2021. Joe was special needs, who had a special place in everyone's heart who knew him. He was blind from birth but taught many to see life in a different way. He loved CB radios, music, T.V., and playing the harmonica. He enjoyed...