All Obituaries

Lisa Wilson Hughes (57) passed away Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at her home in Booneville. She was a member of Canaan Assembly of God. She enjoyed reading her Bible, going to church, shopping and trips to the mountains. She was a prayer warrior and prayed heavily for others. Her biggest passion in her life was her family, especially her grandchildren. Services are 2 pm Saturday, May 11, 2024 at Canaan Assembly of God with Bro. David Krech and Bro. Victor Hoedemaker officiating. Burial will follow...

Clara “Susie” Wren passed away on Tuesday May 7th, 2024 at North Alabama Medical Center in Florence, AL at the age of 81. She left home of Booneville, MS at the age of 18 to join her sister, Mattie, in Memphis. The two continued their journey to San Francisco, CA where Susie resided until she was almost 80 years old other than a number of years she spent living in Hawaii. It was there, at the Chart House Restaurant, that she met her lifelong best friend, Sharon Itchener, along...

Julie Michelle Threadgill (60) passed away Saturday, May 4, 2024 at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo. She loved taking trips to the beach, going to rodeos, tending to her animals and taking care of others in anyway that she possibly could. She was also an avid LSU fan. Her biggest passion in life was her family, especially her grandchildren. Memorial services will be 1 pm Wednesday, May 8, 2024 in the Baldwyn Chapel of Kesler Funeral Home with Bro. Joey Moody officiating....

Marvin Christian (72) passed away Saturday, May 4, 2024 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Booneville. He was a member of Zion Rest Church of Christ. He was a big Alabama Crimson Tide fan. He enjoyed going to church and spending time with family. Services are 2 pm Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at the Booneville Chapel of Kesler Funeral Home with Bro. Tony Brown officiating. Burial will follow in Magnolia Gardens in Corinth. Visistation will 12-2 pm Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at the Booneville Chapel of...

Ronald Jahu "Jay" McKinney (54) passed away Friday, May 3, 2024 in Talladega County, AL due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He was a Mason and a member of New Covenant Family Worship Center. He enjoyed music, joking around, working on various projects and spending time with his friends, family, children and his grandchildren. Services are 12 pm Friday, May 10, 2024 in the Booneville Chapel of Kesler Funeral Home with Bro. David Krech officiating. Burial will...

Melba Jean Geno (88) passed away Friday May 3, 2024 at Magnolia Regional Health Center in Corinth. She was a member of Crossroads Church. She enjoyed jigsaw puzzles, and watching the St. Louis Cardinals and Memphis Grizzlies. She loved Elvis and cooking for her family. She was a great cook. Services are 1 pm Monday, May 6, 2024 at the Booneville Chapel of Kesler Funeral Home with Bro. Cody Stephens and Kermit Keenum officiating. Burial will follow in Crossroads Cemetery in Jumpertown....

Terry Lee Peeks (56) passed away Thursday, May 2, 2024. He enjoyed fishing, hauling scrap metal and collecting sports cards. A visitation will be held on Thursday, May 9, 2024 from 5-8 pm in the Booneville Chapel of Kesler Funeral Home. There will be no formal services held. Terry is survived by his wife, Pam Peeks; his brothers, Junior Peeks, Jerry Peeks (twin brother), Dennis Peeks, Sambo Peeks and Jackie Peeks and his sisters, Shelia Myhand, Pat McAnally (Tim), Becky Schroeder (Jeff)...

Emmett Charles Ward, Jr. (66) passed away Friday, April 26, 2024 in Tupelo. There are no services scheduled at this time.

Elizabeth L. Braddock (84) went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 23, 2024. She was born at home in Poordo, IL on September 30, 1939 to the late Violet and Chester Richey, but lived most of her life in Tupelo, MS. She was a faithful member of Lakeview Baptist Church where she shared her musical gift on the piano. Liz, as she was affectionately known by most, lived life to the fullest. She enjoyed her Hardees breakfast crew, playing bingo, going to auctions and spending time with her...

Framond Lee Owens (70) was born December 27, 1953 in Prentiss County to the late Wilburn and Lula Mac Owens. He gained his wings on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at his home around 9 am. He loved his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. If he could play a joke on someone, he did it. He was loved by so many. Everyone will miss him greatly. He also loved to cook, fish, watch wrestling, sing, coloring on his iPad and watching old westerns. He was a member of Provision Ministry in Iuka,...