All Obituaries

Herbert Peter Hilliard, Sr., son of the late Earl and Rosie Wilson Hilliard, was born in Lafayette County, Mississippi on November 24, 1962. Herbert attended, accepted Christ, and worshipped with Second Missionary Baptist Church in his early years. He received his education in the Oxford School district and was a member of the Oxford High School Class of 1984.. Herbert married Charlene Brooks and he was employed with the City of Oxford Solid Waste Department. He enjoyed life and loved...

Fredrick Rosco Thompson, son of Wilbur and Doreis Thompson, was born April 10th, 1957, in Oxford, Mississippi. He was a graduate of Oxford High School and received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering in 1981 from the University of Mississippi. in 1984, he married Belinda Cummings. Fred was employed with Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) and held various contract positions throughout his career. He loved God, and ministered with all his heart under the leadership of Pastors...

Clinton Wadley, affectionately known as "Coo Coo," son of Luther and Willie Malone Wadley, was born in Lafayette County, Mississippi on August 9, 1957. Clinton was a graduate of Lafayette High School Class of 1977.  Clinton had several interest. He enjoyed gardening, canning, farming, family gathering and was currently an apartment supervisor. He was married to Theresia Isom Wadley. On Monday, November 23, 2020, the Clinton Wadley was suddenly called from this mortal...

Ms. Almer "Alma Lee" Hilliard was born in Oxford, MS on November 6, 1937 to Paul and Rosa Lee Hilliard. She went to her heavenly home on Sunday, November 22, 2020 at the age of 83 years old. Almer retired from Ole Miss, began taking courses at Rust College, and was a caretaker for several people and businesses throughout the Oxford area. Almer aided in raising a host of family members throughout her life and was a constant shining light within the family, providing support...

Henry Alex Ivy, affectionately known as "Mook," was born to the late Mr. Jessie Ivy and Mary Fondren-Ivy on January 15, 1940, in Taylor, MS. Henry accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior at a young age. He was a member of North Hopewell Missionary Baptist Church and later joined Second Baptist Church, where he remained a member until his untimely death. Henry loved his family and friends, he loved to drive his car and listen to music, and he loved to have fun and...

George Albert Clayton son of the late Sam and Jettie Oliver Clayton, was born in Lafayette County, Mississippi on February 16, 1949. George accepted Christ at an early age and united with the Philadelphia Missionary Baptist Church where he remained a member until he was called home. George received his education in the Oxford School district and attended Oxford Training School. He gained employment as a tree surgeon with Northeast Electric Power Company. George enjoyed going to...

But Jesus said, Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me: for of such is the kingdom of heaven.  Little Masen DeShaun Kuykendall, never knew life as we know it, and that is just how the Lord planned it to be. A twin who will never play with his twin sibling. But we trust God and accept his will. We ask for prayers of comfort for the parents of this baby and for their strength to continue to be great parents.  Little Masen leaves to cherish his sweet...

Mr. James Hulet Pegues, son of the Ada Mae Hill and the late Chester Pegues, was born February 27th, 1936, in Oxford, Mississippi. He accepted Christ at an early age at Union Hill M. B. Church in Oxford, Mississippi where he remained a member. James was united in matrimony to Eddie Lue Flemmons and they were the parents of six children. James was a wonderful man, he loved to talk and give advice, thereby earning him the nickname "The Lawyer."  James loved listening to music,...

James Kimmons was affectionately known as "Sonny Boy" to most people all his life. He was born on June 10, 1928 and given to Minister Louis and Mary Kimmons. They raised him until adulthood and later Mary adopted him legally. Sonny Boy was raised in church and joined Smith Chapel under his father's leadership and later joined Second Missionary Baptist Church until his untimely demise. He was the first black to join the Civil Defense and Rescue Unit back in the 60s and the second black...

LaSonda Lyn Burgess was born February 26, 1969 in Racine, WI to Annie Ruth McGee. LaSonda professed her hope in Christ at an early age. She united with Church of God in Christ in Little River, South Carolina. She later moved her membership to House of Prayer Church of God in Christ in Water Valley, MS where she remained a member until her death. LaSonda began her educational journey in Racine and while just a young child, her mother moved her family to California. There, she attended...