Qua’Darrious Smith
Qua’Darrious Smith May 16, 2000 – May 13, 2025 Qua’Darrious Smith, 24, of Tylertown, died May 13, 2025, at his residence. He was born May 16, 2000, in Pike County to Min. Lester and Teresa Smith. He enjoyed playing basketball and spending time with his family. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents,…
Read MoreJermonte Barnes
Jermonte Barnes Oct. 22, 1995 – May 18, 2025 Jermonte Barnes, 29, of Jayess, died May 18, 2025, in McComb. He was born Oct. 22, 1995, in McComb to La’Mont Barnes and Janice C. Jefferson. He attended Tylertown High School and Bogue Chitto High School where he was a member of the football team. He…
Read MoreJohn ‘Mickey’ Nation
John ‘Mickey’ Nation Dec. 16, 1954 – May 31, 2025 John “Mickey” Nation, born Dec. 16, 1954, died May 31, 2025. There was a graveside service for the immediate family set for June 10, 2025, then a brief memorial community walk through Enon Baptist Church fellowship hall.
Read MoreDairy Festival is Saturday, June 7, Holmes Water Park
A 48-year tradition takes place Saturday, June 7, at Holmes Water Park as the county’s premier event, the Dairy Festival gets underway. One of the longest running family-oriented festivals in the state, the dairy festival is unique in that the demonstrations, games and activities are absolutely free. If you don’t make a food purchase, or…
Read MoreSpring Fling registration is underway, drawing at festival
Registration is underway at participating merchants for the annual Spring Fling giveaway. Register now through the June 7 Dairy Festival. The drawing will be held at 5 p.m. on the Dairy Festival stage, and recipients of the prizes will receive a certificate to pick up their prize at the donating business. Particating merchants are reminded…
Read MoreDisaster recovery back in operation after declaration
Supervisors were meeting at press time Monday to outline debris cleanup after the state finally received a presidential disaster declaration to activate federal funding following the March 15 tornadoes that cut a wide path through much of Walthall County. Much of Monday’s discussion involved the importance of documentation, volunteer and county hours, work and equipment…
Read MoreAnnie Rushing
Annie Rushing Jan. 30, 1938 – May 26, 2025 Annie Faye Rushing, 87, of Tylertown, died May 26, 2025, at her residence. She was born Jan. 30, 1938, in Lawrence County. Funeral services were May 29, 2025, at Capps Funeral Home with Bro. Tyler Bridge officiating, interment at Tylertown II Cemetery. Mrs. Rushing was a…
Read MoreJake Morris
Jake Morris Dec. 11, 1958 – May 25, 2025 James Walter “Jake” Morris, 66, of Tylertown, died May 25, 2025, at the Asbury Hospice House in Hattiesburg. He was born Dec. 11, 1958, in Tylertown to the late Otis Morris, Sr. and Ophelia Etheridge Morris. Along with his parents he was also preceded in death…
Read MoreClimmie Matthews
Climmie Matthews May 19, 1942 – May 20, 2025 Climmie Bullock Matthews, 83, of Tylertown, died May 20, 2025. She was born May 19, 1942, to Blummer and Bernice Bullock. She graduated from JJ Gulledge High School prior to moving to Chicago. She like to embrace the unknown, help others and keep their secrets. In…
Read MoreDennis Daniels
Dennis Daniels March 27, 1968 – May 15, 2025 Dennis Kent Daniels, 57, of Osyka, died May 15, 2025. He was born March 27, 1968, to Nathaniel and Josie Gardner Daniels. He enjoyed the challenge of word search and crossword puzzles and watching old movies on his DVD player. His work ethic was evident from…
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