The funeral service for Leornard Roland “Manny” Malone, Jr. will be 11 a.m., Friday, June 9, at Wellman Baptist Church, with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation is from 9 a.m. until the time of the service at Wellman.

Mr. Malone, 55, of Bogue Chitto, died June 4, 2023, in Woodville, MS. He was born in New Orleans, LA, November 18, 1967, to Leonard Roland Malone Sr and Dorothy Wallace Malone. Mr. Malone was a boilermaker.

When he wasn’t working, he enjoyed taking time off at his fish camp, crawfishing, fishing, and running yoyo’s. Camping was a perfect environment to spend quality time with his children, and as the family grew, his grandchildren. He leaves a wonderful legacy for those who follow behind him. Mr. Malone will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Ouida Malone; his son, Jeremy Malone; his father; and brother, Rocky Malone.

He is survived by his mom, Dorothy Malone; sons, Joe Malone (Brandi) and Austin Malone; sisters, Gigi Owens (Hank), Mimi Smith, Sylvia Pfaffenberger (Fred), and Elizabeth Coon. He leaves five grandchildren, Katelynn Malone, Lexie Malone, Parker Daix, Tucker Malone and Luke Malone; as well as other loving family members and friends.

The graveside service for Mrs. Betty Jo Peters will be 2 p.m., Saturday, June 10, at Mission Hill Baptist Church Cemetery. The visitation is from 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. at Riverwood Family.

Mrs. Peters, 92, of Brookhaven, died June 5, 2023, at her residence. She was born in Wesson, MS March 19, 1931, to James Homer Ward and Mamye Shamburger Ward Johnston.

Mrs. Peters is preceded in death by her husband, Howard G. Peters, Jr.; her parents; and sisters, Carolyn Lovette Ward Warren and Elsie Marie Ward Gaston.

She is survived by her stepson, Howard G. Peters, III (Ann) and her step grandson, Kyle Peters; sister, Pauline Ward Harris Sistrunk. She also leaves behind her nieces, Shirley Magee (Harley) of Brookhaven, Debbie Sue Barker (Cliff) of Meridian; nephews, Jimmy Lovette of Wesson, and Ward Gaston (Darlene) of Wesson.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff of the Aspen for their loving care during her stay with them. And a special thank you to Annabelle Dickerson for her tireless care and love.

The funeral service for Mrs. Deborah Renee Smith will be 11 a.m., Saturday, June 10, at Riverwood Family, with burial in the Ruth Cemetery. Visitation is from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at Riverwood.

Mrs. Smith, 62, of Wesson, died June 3, 2023, at King’s Daughters Medical Center. She was born in Watsonville, CA, November 4, 1960, to Arlis Jefferson George and Janice Raylin Williams.

Deborah was a well-established crafter, enjoying jewelry making, painting, building and pottery. She loved her family and was blessed to have welcomed seven grandchildren into the world. She also loved being in the great outdoors, camping, swimming, and catching (but not eating) crawdads. Deborah loved her Chihuahuas, Loki, Newbie, Larry, and Tiffany, like her own children. She will be greatly missed by all who loved her.

Deborah is preceded in death by her parents and one niece, Shannon George.

She is survived by her husband of 17 years, Derek Dalton; daughter, Christy Morris; brother, Arlis Jeffery George II; and her seven beautiful grandchildren, Adena Cobb, Charlie Morris, Isabel Morris, Phoenix Morris, Shaylee Gillis, Zoe Gillis, and Alysa Morris. She is also survived by other loving family members and friends.

Services for Mrs. Peggy Sue Allen of Brookhaven are 11:00 am, Tuesday, June 6, 2023, at Macedonia Baptist Church with visitation from 9:30 until the time of service. Interment will be at the Church Cemetery.

Mrs. Peggy Sue Allen went to be with her Lord on June 3, 2023, she was 84 years of age. She was born March 25, 1939, to the late Nolan Felix McCall and Holen Miller McCall.

Mrs. Allen was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church, where she participated faithfully in many activities.  She was an avid sports fan, being part of the West Lincoln Lady Bears Basketball team that won the State Championship in 1957 and cheering on Ole Miss Sports. She also enjoyed listening to her favorite music as well as taking in quite evening camping. Mrs. Peggy will be greatly missed.

She is preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Suzanne Rester; grandson, Hunter Rester; sister, Virginia Holland; and brothers, Nolan McCall, Joe McCall, Enoch McCall, and Claude McCall.

She is survived by her husband, Clinton Allen; son, Brad Allen; brother, Dan McCall; three grandchildren, four great grandchildren, and a host of other loving family members and friends.