OBITUARIES
Andrew Carnegie Reeves, 97
Aug 11, 2024
In lieu of flowers, please contribute to the Andrew C Reeves Tuskegee Alumni Scholarship ( 114 St James Rd, Mount Olive MS 39119).
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Collins Funeral Home 415 N Farish St., Jackson, MS 39202 is in charge of the arrangements: 601-948-7223.
Archie Smith, 76
May 3, 2026
Mr. Archie Smith, 76, Mount Olive, MS, passed away on May 2, 2026.
He was reared in Covington County and received his early education and graduated from McLaurin Attendance Center, Magee, MS. He attended Mississippi Valley State University in Itta Bena, MS, where he graduated and prepared himself for a life of service, responsibility, and hard work. He began his career...
Ruby Stewart, 72
Apr 28, 2026
Mrs. Ruby Jean Ballard Stewart, 72, Collins, MS, passed away on April 28, 2026, at Forrest General Hospital, Hattiesburg, MS.
She was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, and friend whose life was marked by hard work, resilience, and deep love for her family. She dedicated many years of service at Jewel's Grocery, Chicago, IL. After relocating to Mississippi, she continued her...
Gladys Blackwell, 85
Apr 26, 2026
Mrs. Gladys Chinney Mae Blackwell, 85, passed away on April 25, 2026. at Wesley Merit Health Hospital, Hattiesburg, MS.
Mrs. Blackwell joined Dry Ridge Missionary Baptist Church at an early age and remained there for many years; later joining The True Holiness Church, Mount Olive, MS., where she was a faithful member and Mother of the church.
She was preceded in death...
Carolyn Nobles Doby, 68
Apr 25, 2026
Mrs. Carolyn Nobles Doby, 68, passed away on Saturday, April 23, 2026.
Mrs. Doby was a graduate of Mendenhall High School, Mendenhall, MS. After graduation, she began her career at Magee Apparel and later transitioned to Hillcrest Nursing Center until her retirement.
She was one of Jehovah's Witnesses, and her faith was a guiding force throughout her life. She grew spiritually, found...
Aaron Leroy Magee, 73
Apr 12, 2026
Mr. Aaron Leroy Magee, 73, passed away on April 12, 2026, at Bedford Care Facility, Hattiesburg, MS.
He was a lifelong member of Mt. Pleasant CME Church. He is a graduate of Mount Olive Attendance Center, Mount Olive. He continued his education at Phillips College, Gulfport, with a major in TV repair.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Leroy Magee...
Gloria Jean Smith Graves, 67
Apr 10, 2026
Mrs. Gloria Jean Smith Graves, 67, passed away at her residence on April 10, 2026.
Mrs. Graves attended Mount Olive Attendance Center. She enjoyed working as a personal Certified Nursing Assistant( CNA) in private homes and often spoke fondly of her patients. She loved to decorate the outside and inside of her home. She loved to shop and was an avid...
Douglas Hall, 61
Apr 9, 2026
Mr. Douglas E. (Pete) Hall, 61, Hempstead, AR( formerly of Mount Olive, MS), passed away on April 16, 2026, in Texarkana, TX at Christus St. Michael Hospital.
He was preceded in death by his father, Emmit Hall, Jt.
Survivors include his mother, Gladys E. Leggett Hall, Mount Olive; brothers, MSgt Andrew M. Hall (Jacqueline), Mount Olive, and SGM Gregory L. Hall(Valerie), San...
George Robert (Bobby) Gibbs
Mar 27, 2026
Mr. George Robert "Bobby" Gibbs, 65, passed away on March 27, 2026, in Hammond, LA.
Mr. Gibbs was affectionately called "Bobby" and was the 12th of 14 children. He joined Mt. Beulah Missionary Baptist Church, Collins, MS at an early age. He attended the Covington County School System. He was full of life and enjoyed the beauty of it all. He...
Doris Ann Payne, 76
Mar 14, 2026
Ms. Doris Ann Payne, 76, passed away on March 14, 2026.
Ms. Payne was a graduate of McLaurin High School, Magee, MS, and joined Goodwater CME Church, Magee, MS, at an early age. She later joined Galilee Missionary Baptist Church, Mount Olive, where she remained a faithful member.
She was employed at Magnetek Corporation for a number of years and later held...
Kecha Owens, 44
Mar 14, 2026
Ms. Kecha Owens, 44, passed away in St. Louis, MO, on March 14, 2026.
Ms. Owens graduated from Collins High School in Collins in 1999. She continued her education at Hinds Community College, Raymond, MS, and later at William Carey University, Hattiesburg, MS, where she majored in Psychology.
She had a genuine love for helping others and dedicated many years of service...
Aleathia McCann Brown, 83
Mar 11, 2026
Mrs. Aleathia McCann Brown, 83, passed away on March 11, 2026.
Shar attended Hopewell Jr. High School and graduated from Carver Central High School, Collins, MS. She was a lifelong member of Old Hopewell Missionary Baptist church and served faithfully during the times that she resided in the Hopewell Community. She served as Chairperson of the Pastor's Aide Committee and was...
Hundre Henry Montgomery, 80
Mar 5, 2026
Mr. Hundre Henry Montgomery, Mobile, AL, Collins, MS, passed away on March 5, 2026, at his residence.
He served faithfully at Friendship Baptist Church, Mobile, AL, until relocating to Collins, MS, where he joined Shady Oak Missionary Baptist Church, Collins, MS. He had a strong belief in supporting his pastor and family, so he joined the Pastor's Support Ministry. He was...
Stanley Buckley, 56
Mar 4, 2026
Mr. Stanley Buckley, Taylorsville, MS, passed away at his residence on March 3, 2026.
Mr. Buckley was a member of Bethlehem Methodist Church, Jasper County, MS, and later became a member of New Hopewell Missionary Baptist church, Taylorsville, MS. He attended West Jasper County Public Schools, where he was a standout player in basketball. He also enjoyed fishing and spending time...
Daphne Dawn Peters, 57
Feb 28, 2026
Mrs. Smith-Peters passed away on February 28, 2026, as a result of a vehicular accident.Mrs. Smith-Peters possessed a beautiful voice and a vibrant spirit; she loved to sing and had a passion for traveling. She had an exceptional talent as a beautician, and her gifted hands and warm personality drew people from far and near. Later in life, she discovered...
Oliver Ducie Duckworth, 81
Feb 22, 2026
Mr. Oliver "Doucie" Duckworth passed away on February 27, 2026.
He was educated in the Covington County School System. He was employed as a field technician, water meter specialist, and plumbing technician. He was a loving father, brother, uncle, and family man. He will always remain in the hearts of all who loved him. His family members have long-life ties to...
Patricia Barnes Adams, 45
Feb 20, 2026
Mrs. Patricia Barnes Adams, 45, passed away on February 20, 2026, at her residence.
Mrs. Barnes Adams was a graduate of Collins High School, Collins, MS. She was employed for many years at Ellisville State School and was currently employed at Southern Health Care. Her greatest joy in life was spending quality time with my family and friends.
She was a lifelong...
Hurl Booth Sr, 95
Feb 6, 2026
Mr. Hurl Booth, Sr., Collins, MS, passed away on February 6, 2026, as a result of a vehicular accident.
Mr. Booth received his education from Hopewell School, Covington County School District, Collins, MS. He joined Shady Oak Missionary Baptist Church at an early age. He enlisted in the United States Army in the mid 1950's and served overseas in the Korean...
Evangelist Sherry Griffith
Jan 31, 2026
Mrs. Evangelist Sherry Willina Thornton Griffith, Prentiss, MS, passed away at Magee General Hospital, Magee, MS, on Saturday, January 31, 2026.
She was a graduate of Cass Tech High School, Detroit, MI, and attended Park Medical School, where she also worked as a Medical Assistant. She continued her education with studies in computer training and bookkeeping. She also earned a certificate...
Charles E. Jenkins, 73
Jan 30, 2026
Mr. Charles E. Jenkins, Collins, MS, passed away on January 30, 2026.
Mr. Jenkins received his early education in the Covington County School System and proudly graduated in 1970. He grew up surrounded by family, faith, and the values that would shape the man he became. He served his country in the United States Air Force. He traveled extensively around the...
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