OBITUARIES

Aug 10, 2024

Mr. Michael Christopher Blanks, 48(December 14, 1976-August 10, 2024), Ellisville, MS(formerly of Covington County) graduated from Mount Olive Attendance Center, Mount Olive, MS. He enjoyed watching football; his favorite NFL team was the New Orleans Saints. He spent his leisure time fishing. He was employed at Masonite, Laurel, MS.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Odell Blanks, and Lorene...

Aug 3, 2024

Mrs. Eliza Lindsey Brown, 79 was a member of Old Hopewell Missionary Baptist Church, Collins, MS. She attended Carver Central High School, Collins and Smith County Training School, Taylorsville, MS where she graduated in 1964. She was a member of the Smith County Training School basketball team. She was employed at Collinswood Chicken Poultry Plant and Sanderson Farms for 41...

Aug 1, 2024

Mrs. Geneva Lou Posey, 83 spent her childhood acquiring many memories, such as working alongside her father in the fields, hauling pulpwood, and fishing. She wasn't just a mother to her children but to her nieces and nephews. She also was a dedicated bus driver and raised many children on her route.

She was a blessing to her family and received...

Jul 31, 2024

Jul 30, 2024

Mr. James Philliips 87, had a dedicated career as a cement finisher until his retirement. He enjoyed fishing, cooking, and engaging in activities that brought him peace and happiness.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Alvin and Willie Mae Phillips; wife, Ruby L. Phillips; stepdaut=gher, Earnetine Echols; siblings, Inez, John, Holly James, Clara Mae, Catherine, and Martha Jean.

Survivors include...

Jul 29, 2024

Jul 9, 2024

Mrs. Deborah Ann Johnson, 56 passed away on July 9, 2024.

Mrs. Johnson was a graduate of Collins High School, Collins, MS. She was a member of One Accord Church, Collins, MS. She was employed for a decade at Sanderson Farms. She also served as head cook at the former Morgan's on Main for 12 years. She left an indelible mark...

Jul 7, 2024

Mr. Britton passed away at his residence on July 7, 2024.

Mr. Britton was well known around the town of Collins and surrounding communities. He would work different jobs for anyone needing assistance. 

Survivors include his beloved sister, Lora Jean Lott; brother, Jerry Coleman Britton; niece, Mia Danielle Lott, nephews, Christian Smith and Treveon Husband and many community friends and neighbors.

Jul 2, 2024

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Jun 8, 2024

Mr. Mitchell Steven McGee, 61, (August 12, 1962-June 8, 2024), Salt Lake City, UT(formerly of Collins, MS( Shady Oak Community) passed away on June 8, 2024, in Salt Lake City, UT.

Mitchell was a member of Shady Oak MBC from a young age. He attended school at Hopewell Elementary School, and Collins Junior High School, and graduated from Collins High School...

Jun 4, 2024

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May 23, 2024

Mr. Johnny B. Feazell,  Mount Olive, passed away on May 23, 2024, at his residence.

Mr.. Feazell was employed with McCarty Farms, Magee, S for 40-plus years.  After leaving McCarty he continued his career in the farming industry until his health declined.He was preceded in death by his parents, Ovett and Mary Sherman Feazell; and two wives, Betty Sue Feaell and Christine...

May 21, 2024

Elder Shivers passed away on May 21, 2024.

Elder Shivers completed high school in Covington County Schools. He later joined the Navy on August 7, 1957. He loved the Church of God In Christ and remained active in the church throughout his life. He and his wife spent many years in Detroit, MI where they were active in the New Mount...

May 6, 2024

Ms. Teresa Blanks passed away on May 6, 2024.Ms. Blanks attended and graduated from Collins High School, Collins, MS.  She furthered her education at Copiah-Lincoln Community College and Hinds Community College.  She was employed at Landmark Nursing Facility, Collins MSShe was preceded in death by her parents, Odell Blanks, and Lorene Christine Brown.Survivors include her children, Tamia and Darius Blanks;...

May 3, 2024

Mrs. Kitia Duckworth Craft, Mendenhall, MS passed away on May 1, 2024.Mrs. Craft was a member of Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church Mendenhall, MS.  She was employed with Hudspeth Regional Center Pearl, MS.  She enjoyed dancing, traveling, and spending time with her family.She was preceded in death by her parents, Frozell and Morlene Duckworth; daughter, Mercedes Dudley, brother, Gerald Duckworth.Survivors include...

Apr 27, 2024

Apr 25, 2024

Mr. Elijah 'EW" Washington, Sumrall, MS passed away on April 25, 2024.Mr. Washington attended Lamar County Public Schools. He was employed with Ford Motor Company for 30 years.  After retirement, he and his family moved back to Sumrall, MS.  He was a member of Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, Collins, MS.  He enjoyed entertaining family and friends on holidays, and special...

Apr 19, 2024

Mr. Henry A. Knight, Jr., MDS ( formerly of Hattiesburg, MS) passed away on April 19, 2024.Mr. Knight attended high school in Hattiesburg, MS. where he enjoyed running track.  After moving to Collins he was a member of Friendship COGIC.  He later became a member of Zion Hill Church of God in Christ, Prentiss, MS and remained a member until...