All Obituaries

Stephen Vincent Miller was born August 28, 1975 at Oxford-Lafayette County Hospital to the union of his parents, William Earl and Annetia Faye McGlown Miller. He was one of two children born to his mother and one of three born to his father. He professed a belief in Christ at the age of 12 and was baptized and joined Armstead Chapel C.M.E. Church, now Christ Temple C.M.E. Church. Stephen attended and received his formal education at Oxford City Schools and graduated in 1993. After...

John Eddie Buford, the fifth of eleven children, was born in Lafayette County Mississippi on July 9, 1938. His parents were the late Gable and Mealie Buford. John Eddie accepted Christ at an early age and joined Buford Chapel United Methodist Church in Oxford, MS and remained there until his death. On Saturday, May 1, 2021 at Diversicare of Batesville in Batesville, MS, John Eddie went peacefully to be with the Lord. He will truly be missed by his family. Left to cherish his memories...

Emma Carouthers, one of nine children, was born April 4, 1947 to the late Fletcher and Ollie Mae Bibbs Brassel in Mound Bayou, MS. Emma professed a hope in Christ at an early age and united with Sandy Springs M.B. Church. Later she fellowshipped with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  Emma received her education from Oxford Training School and Central High School. To pass time, she thoroughly enjoyed playing bingo, pitty pat, dominoes, and putting together jig saw...

Minister Stevie Webster James was born on January 20, 1968 to Mrs. Hosley Mae Lynch Bratcher and the late H.C. Reed in Abbeville, Mississippi. He fully accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior when he was a child and was member of St. John Missionary Baptist Church in Abbeville. As an ordained minister, he had a passion for spreading God’s Word and providing services through Brother’s Keeper Street Ministry. Stevie was united in matrimony to Vanessa Walker and to this union...

Carlos O’Neal Fondren was born March 3, 1995 to Steve Fondren and Chasity Fondren in Clarksdale, MS. Carlos professed a hope in Christ at an early age and joined Saint John Missionary Baptist Church in Sardis, MS where he served as the Sunday school secretary. “Big Country,” as he was affectionately called, received his education from South Panola School District and was a graduate of the class of 2014. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, riding four wheelers, playing with his...

Velvet Denise Banks was born May 3, 1961 Melvia Banks and the late George Washington Peek, Jr. in Oxford, MS. “Nisey,” as she was affectionately called, received her education from Oxford School District and graduated in 1979.  She attended Ole Miss and went on to receive her Master’s Degree in Business Administration from the University of Phoenix.  She was employed by St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital as an administrative assistant. During her down...

Van Lee Wortham was born January 10, 1942 to the late Van and Comora Carothers Wortham in Lafayette county, MS.  He received his education from Taylor Community School and was a graduate of Taylor Vocational High School’s class of 1961. Van demonstrated leadership skills at a young age and often put others before himself. These very characteristics, plus excellent grades, paved the way for him to be voted class president.  He professed his hope in Christ at an early age and...

Jimmy Earl Chatman-Brady was born March 4, 1967 in Oxford, MS to Earnest Brady and Mary Alice Pegues in Oxford, MS. Jimmy accepted Christ at an early age and fellowshipped with Hammitt Hill United Methodist Church. “Big Jim,” as he was affectionately called, received his education from Oxford School District and was a graduate of Oxford High School’s class of 1985. He was employed by Bridges Property as an electrician and plumber. Jim was very outspoken and stood firm in his...

Alyssah Rene’e Rosas was born February 15, 2008 to Christina Rosas and Jevare Freeman-Handy in El Paso, TX. She was a seventh grader at Oxford Middle School and a member of the track team. She was the first leg of the 4x1 and 4x2 relay races. Alyssah was a social butterfly and such a kind hearted sweet girl with a beautiful smile. She always wanted to keep the peace and see the good in everyone. She enjoyed playing and watching volleyball, especially when her sister played, basketball,...

Mildred Ann Alford was born February 1, 1956 to the late R.D. and Susie Mae Manning Alford in Oxford, MS.  She was a member of Second Missionary Baptist Church and remained a member until her death. Mildred received her education from Oxford School District.  She enjoyed walking, listening to gospel music, spending time with her family, and being with children. Mildred passed away Saturday, April 17, 2021 at Oxford Health and Rehab in Oxford, MS. She will truly be missed by her...