All Obituaries

Mary Helen Junkin Daniel, age 93, passed away peacefully on May 11, 2026.            She is preceded in death by her husband, Julian B Daniel; parents, Lula and Amon Junkin; siblings, Odescle Junkin, Thomas Junkin, Ruth Holliman, Ralph Junkin Sr, and Thelma Sulivan.     Those left to cherish her memory include her children, Lisa Daniel (James) Whatley, Leslie Daniel Sr, and Lori Daniel (Greg) Hartley; grandchildren, Jay ...

Dr. John Webster DeGroote, age 89, passed away on May 10, 2026, at Singing River Hospital. John was born in Iowa and spent his younger years in Humboldt. His Grandfather DeGroote is credited with nurturing his desire for learning by giving him access to National Geographic magazines to read. Both grandfathers cultivated his love of the outdoors by teaching him to fish and hunt.  Opening day of hunting season would often find John and his best friend in the fields before the start of the ...

Minnie Louise “Lucy” Wilson, age 65, passed away May 8, 2026. She was a beautiful person who enjoyed caring for others.            She is preceded in death by her parents, Leonard Andy Fortner and Earnestine Daniels Morris; siblings, Wayne Fortner, Earnie Fortner, and Nancy Hamilton.   Those left to cherish her memory include her daughters, Felicia Wilson and Christine Wilson; grandson, Charles Jessie, III; siblings, Ray ...

Richard Conway “Bull” Green was forever healed on May 8, 2026, as he passed peacefully surrounded by his daughters. He was born October 29, 1946 to Slonie Loy “S.L.” and Ernestine Marie Green in Taylorsville, MS. Sometime in his early childhood, he moved to Helena with his mother and two older sisters. There he attended school and worked on the farm until he finished school in 1964. He stayed in Helena where he met his wife, Bettie Lou Sawyer. They were married in ...

James Wesley Havard Jr, age 51, passed away May 7, 2026. He greatly enjoyed the outdoors including riding 4-wheelers and fishing. Most importantly he loved his family, especially his grandchildren and all those that he claimed as grandchildren.    He is preceded in death by his parents, James Sr. and Sharon Havard; brother, Brian Havard; nephew, Corey Holland. Those left to cherish his memory include his children, Alicia (Cameron) Leavins, Tyler Havard, Hanna (Mikey) Holland, and ...

Krenlee Ann Ballinger, age 9 months, passed away on May 5, 2026. At only 2 months old, Krenlee was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia, a battle no child should ever have to face. Despite her young age, she showed incredible strength as she fought bravely and beat cancer. She became an inspiration to all who followed her journey. Though she later passed away due to pulmonary edema, and her time on earth was far too short, she filled every moment with endless love, sweet smiles, and ...

Kenneth Dean Goldman, age 68, passed away May 4, 2026. He was a very kind, loving, and generous person. He would help anyone that needed it for any reason and was always there when you needed him. He was an avid outdoorsman and greatly enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time in God’s creation. His career was in construction where he performed as a pipefitter and pipefitter foreman. He will be greatly missed.      ...

Edward Earl Worrell, age 75, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2026. Edward lived a simple and meaningful life surrounded by the things he loved most — good friends, relaxing weekends, country living, and music. He had a deep passion for music and especially enjoyed playing his guitars and sharing songs with those around him. Whether sitting with friends, singing, or simply enjoying the quiet country life, Edward found happiness in life’s simple moments. Edward was known as a ...

Terrence “Terry” Lee Reed, age 72, went home to be with the Lord on April 29, 2026. First and foremost, he loved the Lord and his family. He was hardworking and a jokester. Terry loved animals, especially his beloved Sassy. He was a fan of football and dinosaurs. He will be greatly missed. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Annie Ruth Reed; twin sister, Cheryl “Sherry” Reed; sisters, Vicki Morgan, Lynda Spears, Joan McLaughlin, and Marilyn Reed Kristy; ...

Kay Brown Buckner, age 70, passed away April 29, 2026. She is proceeded in death by her husband, Dennis Lee “Buck” Buckner; parents, Maxie Ray Brown Sr. and Hazel Brown Stogener.     Those left to cherish her memory include her children, Thomas Christopher Brown, Shelly Rushing Oglesbey, and Bradley Glenn Rushing; siblings, Maxie Ray Brown Jr., Nanette Brown Cooley, and Raymond Brown; numerous other relatives and friends. ...