Obituaries
Terry Lee Smith
The funeral service for Terry Lee Smith will be 11 a.m., Wednesday, August 16, at Sylvarena Baptist Church with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation is from 9 a.m. until the time of the service.
Mr. Smith, 66, of Wesson, died August 13, 2023, at his residence. He was born February 11, 1957. He was a man of many talents and hobbies including travelling, baseball and cross stitch. His greatest joy was spending time with his grandchildren. Mr. Terry will be greatly missed by all who loved him.
He is preceded in death by his father, Tony Lee Smith; mother, Mary Knight Davis; and his grandparents, Minnie Belle and Troy Lee Smith.
Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 35 years, Lisa Smith; children, Sarah Smith Prevost (Peyton), Victoria Bella Smith, and Troy Lee Smith; and five grandchildren, Tyler Prevost, Analeigh Prevost, Jacob Smith, Kolton Ferguson, and Brylee Smith. He is also survived by many other loving family members and friends.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to Sylvarena Baptist Church’s Children’s Ministry, 1119 Old Sylvarena Road, Wesson, MS 39191
Mary Ann Allen
Graveside service for Mary Ann Allen will be 10 a.m., Saturday, August 19, at Riverwood Memorial Park.
"Our beloved Mary Ann Allen, 84 years old of Bellflower, CA passed away Friday, June 16, 2023, when the Lord called her home. Waiting to welcome her is her husband and father of her two children, Sammy Allen, her mother, Mary Lou Summerlin (Anderson), her father, Woodrow Summerlin, stepfather, George Anderson and her son in law, Ronnie Trusdall.
Born April 1, 1939, in Philadelphia, MS inside of her grandparents' home, she was the eldest of three children. She lived in Brookhaven, MS when she married Sammy and they moved to California. To say she was a caring person who loved her family is an understatement. Not only did she spoil her grandkids and great grandkids with love and affection, but she also made sure they were raised in the Catholic church by faithfully taking them to St. Dominic Savio church in Bellflower every Sunday when they were young. She was a strong-willed woman and there wasn't anything she could not or did not handle with grace. Aside from taking care of her home, husband, and children (also later grandchildren and great grandchildren), she worked as an Engineering Analyst in the Problem Action Center for Rockwell International (later Boeing) where she received many awards and was recognized numerous times for her achievements. She continued her education through her employer and received many certificates and a bachelor's degree in science. She retired from Boeing in Huntington Beach, CA in 2002.
She is survived by her two children, Juadon Allen and Angela Trusdall, grandchildren Bobbi Hoenig (Chris), Dustin Trusdall, Cody Trusdall (Jackie), Jodi Allen, Samantha Allen, and Anastasia Allen, her thirteen great grandchildren, her brother James Summerlin (Johnnie), her sister Patricia Jones, and her best friend, Sue Dorman."
Ronnie Dale Porter
The funeral service for Ronnie Dale Porter will be 11 a.m., Monday, August 14, at Riverwood Family, with burial in New Prospect Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation is from 9 a.m. until the time of service at Riverwood.
Ronnie Dale Porter, age 74, left us way too soon on August 10, 2023. He was born on August 22, 1948, in Brookhaven, MS, the son of Eloyce and Pat Porter. Ronnie grew up and lived most of his life in Brookhaven, Mississippi, graduating from Brookhaven High School in 1966. He continued his education at Co-Lin community college where he obtained his degree in architectural drafting and during which time he met the love of his life, Charlotte Jackson Porter. Their 56 years of companionship is a testament to the power of loves enduring flame. After their marriage on July 28, 1967, he took a drafting job in Baton Rouge, Louisiana for a short period of time. Soon after he realized that he wanted to begin and raise his family in Brookhaven. In 1968 Ronnie and Charlotte moved back to Brookhaven where he joined his family working at Porter’s Body Shop and where he continued the family business for 55 years. Ronnie was so devoted to the body shop that Charlotte would say to him “that if the body shop was a woman, I would have something to worry about”. Anyone who knew Ronnie knew he loved hunting, fishing, gardening, traveling and woodworking. He could fix anything. Above all he treasured the moments he spent with his family. Every shared experience became a lesson in bonding, teaching his family the immeasurable value of togetherness. He enjoyed working at the farm with the boys to get ready for hunting season, and this will be the first time in 23 years that he will not be the one planting the food plots.
Ronnie had been an active member of Central Baptist Church for many years, where he taught Sunday school and was a Deacon. Ronnie was a loyal husband, father, son, brother, boss, and friend to many. He was that one phone call you would make when you needed to count on someone for help.
Ronnie and Charlotte loved traveling and they shared that love with their three boys, Tim, Brad and Patrick. They have many great memories of family vacations traveling across country from the Grand Canyon to the Smokey Mountains. They made it a priority for their family to spend quality time together.
Known as Peppaw to his grandchildren, he spent many days and nights attending their activities, celebrating their birthdays, and doing pretty much anything that they asked of him. They have great memories of him teaching them how to ride a bike right in his front yard. He was selfless in that way putting others first above himself. He leaves behind a legacy of love and commitment to family that has made an impact in their lives as well as their future generations to come.
He is survived by his wife Charlotte Porter; son, Timothy Porter (Samantha) of Ridgeland, MS, Patrick Porter (Annette) of Brookhaven, MS; Father, Pat Porter; three brothers, Randy Porter (Ruby), Jeff Porter(Lou Ann) and Terry Porter; Eight grandchildren, Madeline Leifeste (Will), Dallas, TX; Savannah Thomas, Detroit, MI; Harrison Porter, Jackson, MS; Carlisle Porter, Memphis, TN; Jarod Porter, Jalen Porter, Jillian Porter and Jaxson Porter all from Brookhaven, MS.
He was preceded in death by his son Brad Porter and his mother, Eloyce Porter.
Lynette Marie Lusk
Services for Mrs. Lynette Marie Lusk of Wesson are 1:00 pm, Saturday, August 12, 2023, at Beauregard Community Church, with burial at Beauregard Cemetery. There will be a visitation from 9:30 am until the time of service at the church.
Mrs. Lynette Marie Lusk, 77, passed away August 9, 2023, at her residence.
She was born August 18, 1945, to the late Leonard L. Ullrich and Thela Churchman Ullrich.
Mrs. Lusk was a secretary for Cable Sales Oil Field Drilling Company and was a member of the Beauregard Women’s Group.
Preceding her in death were her parents; sister, Joyce Bailey and brother, Ray Ullrich.
Those left to cherish her memory are her husband of 30 years, Micheal G. Lusk, Sr; children, Michael Thomas Garney and wife, Rachel, Matthew Todd Garney and wife, Brandy; Michael G. Lusk, Jr and wife, Nanette; and Stacye L. Hughes and husband, Tom; five grandchildren, Alexia Garney, Shea Garney, Emma Garney, Avery Garney and Presley Garney. She is also survived by nephew, Wade Bailey and nieces Debbie Joe and Lisa Lamre.
She will be dearly missed by all that loved her.
Donnie Ray Smith
Graveside service for Donnie Ray Smith will be 2 p.m., Thursday, August 10, at Stoneville Cemetery in Leland, Mississippi.
Mr. Smith, 69, of Brookhaven, passed away Monday, August 7, 2023, at Ruleville Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. He was born July 23, 1954, to Cecil Earl Smith and Doris Elizabeth Wood Smith. He made his living driving a Milk Truck. Mr. Smith enjoyed singing and playing the trombone.
He is preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Doris Foster, Gladys Weathersby, Helen Jones and Sandy Zeigler.
He is survived by his daughters, Heather Smith and Amanda Smith; stepdaughters, Bobbie Jo Landress and Amber Dawn Landress; brothers, Lonnie Smith and Charles Smith; sisters, Dorothy Montgomery and Bonnie Barber; and a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other loving family members and friends.
Sherrill Ann Curtis
A Graveside service for Sherrill Ann Curtis will be 11:30 a.m., Thursday, August 10, at Springhill Baptist Church Cemetery in Wesson, MS. Visitation is from 9-11 a.m., at Riverwood Family prior to service.
We are heartbroken to announce the passing of our dear Mother Sherrill Ann Curtis . Sadly, she passed away on August 6, 2023, at the age of 82. She was born December 19, 1940 . She was a wonderful mother who was always there when we needed her. She also had many friends and was a well-loved member of the Wesson community , The Aspen of Brookhaven, and Clear Branch Baptist Church
She was the daughter of the late William and Edith McKneely of Vicksburg, MS. Addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Donald Curtis, her brother Bill McKneely, sister Gayla Smith, a granddaughter Erica Shae Adams.
She is survived by her two daughters, Shere Hussein of Dyersburg , TN and Karen Middleton (Ronnie) and her son Ronald Curtis (Tiffany) of Wesson MS. Two sisters Lillian Williamson of Vicksburg, MS , Mary Taylor ( Ernest ) of Marshall, MO . One brother James McKneely (Debbie) of Monticello, MS. Five grandchildren and two great grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews and other loving family members and friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Clear Branch Baptist Church building fund. 2166 Clear Branch lane, Wesson, MS 39191 or to St. Jude's, P.O. Box 1000 Dept 142, Memphis, TN 38148-0142.
Many thanks to Clear Branch Baptist Church, The Aspen of Brookhaven , Deaconess Hospice, Riverwood Family Funeral Home, friends and neighbors and caregivers that were so faithfully by her side.
Donald Lee Mohon
The Memorial Service for Donald Lee Mohon will be held at 3 p.m., Tuesday, August 8, 2023, at Riverwood Family.
Mr. Mohon, 77, of Crystal Springs, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, August 4, 2023, at Southwest Regional Hospital in McComb, MS. He was born in Crystal Springs August 3, 1946, to Harold Woodrow Mohon and Peggy Lee Clark Mohon. He was a retired Truck Driver. Donald was a loving husband, father and grandfather. There was nothing more valuable to him than his family and his dogs. He lived by his famous saying, “I’ll be the same today as I will be tomorrow.”
He is preceded in death by his precious wife, of 47 years, and now reunited with, Judy Carol Mohon; his parents; and brother, Ronald Lee Mohon.
He is survived by his children Joey Mohon (Kim) and Donna Carol Gandy (Luke); sister, Diane Beasley; brother-in-law Billy Kees (Robin); two grandchildren, Ryan Mohon (Mackenzie) and Bradley Ferguson (Kayla); three great grandchildren and many other loving family members and friends.
Dickie Wayne Johnson
Dickie Wayne Johnson, 72, of Brookhaven, died July 31, 2023, at his residence. He was born in Brookhaven on September 11, 1950, to Hollis and Fredna Johnson. Mr. Johnson was a retired construction worker. After retiring he enjoyed spending his time outdoors, hunting, or just taking in the beauty of creation.
He is preceded in death by his parents; sister, Marjorie Ellen Hart; and two brothers, Glen K. Johnson and Ronnie Dale Johnson.
He is survived by his sister, Carolyn Johnson Cox and a host of nieces and nephews as well as cousins and other loving family members and friends.
Robert C. "Nubby" Case
The funeral service for Robert C. Case will be 11 a.m., Wednesday, August 2, at Mt Zion Church of Christ with burial following in the church cemetery. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m., Tuesday, August 1, at Riverwood and will resume from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at Mt Zion Wednesday.
Mr. Case, 72, of Brookhaven, died July 29, 2023, at his residence. He was born in Lincoln County, MS, April 24, 1951, to Grady B. Case and Perline Wilson Case. He was employed with MDOT.
Mr. Case is preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Grady Lenward Case and Jesse Layton “Coonie” Case and sister, Judy Martin.
He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Cynthia R. Case; children, David Case (Jennifer), Justin Jackson (Heather), Jon Espy (Chrissy); 14 grandchildren, Dylan Case, Owen Case, Savanah Case, Gracie Rutland (Will), Grant Jackson, Abby Jackson, Cyanne Espy, Art Espy, Joe Espy, Fern Espy, Isaiah Espy, Naomi Espy, Solomon Espy, Em Espy; two great grandchildren, Ava Joyce Rutland and Kason Rutland. He is also survived by other loving family members and friends.
Sylvia Ann Teasley
The funeral service for Sylvia Ann Teasley will be 2 p.m., Friday, August 4, at Riverwood Family. Visitation is from Noon until the time-of-service Friday.
Mrs. Teasley, 37, of Crystal Springs, died July 28, 2023, at her residence. She was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on October 10, 1985, to Charles Ray Norwood and Mary Ann Damico Norwood. She was a Dental Office Manager. Sylvia graduated from Brookhaven High School in 2005 and continued her education, earning a Business Administration Degree from Copiah Lincoln Community College.
In her free time, she enjoyed cooking and spending time with her family, friends, and “fur” babies. She also liked to sing and dance. She was a beautiful soul and will be greatly missed by those who loved her.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Matthew “Scooby” Teasley; stepmom, Vicki Norwood; and grandparents, Corrinne Damico, Dora Slaven, and B.J. Norwood.
She is survived by her parents; brother, Paul Vanover (Courtney); sisters, Shelbi Norwood, and Amy Norwood; nieces, Megan Blanton (Branson), Madison Vanover; nephew, Taysom Bryan; grandparents, Lula Norwood and Charles Brown. She is also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, and cousins.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Brookhaven Animal Rescue League, PO Box 3477, Brookhaven, MS or the Copiah Animal Shelter 27084 Highway 51, Crystal Springs, MS 39059.
