The funeral service for Mrs. Josie Gulino Rhodus will be 11:00 a.m., Friday, February 1, 2019,

at Terry’s Creek Baptist Church, with interment in the church cemetery. Visitation is from 9:00 a.m.

until time of the service Friday.

Mrs. Josie Gulino Rhodus, 77, of Magnolia, MS, passed from this life on January 28, 2019 at her residence.

She was born in Independence, Louisiana, to Jim and Mary Gagliano Gulino. She was employed with the

South Pike School System as a Bus Driver. Mrs. Josie leaves a legacy of love. She was a very special wife,

mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Spending time with her grandchildren was the most important

thing to her. She will be greatly missed by her loved ones, her friends at Terry’s Creek Baptist Church,

and by her two much loved “fur babies”, Cena and Molly.

She is preceded in death by her parents and one son, Kelly Wayne Rosata.

Those left to cherish her memory are, her husband, Curtis Melvyn Rhodus; sons, David Anthony Rosata a

nd wife Karen, Kelvin Paul Rosata and wife Jessica; daughters, Linda Gail Rhodus Owen and husband Frank,

Sherrie Dee Rhodus Edgy and husband, Joey; brother, Joe Gulino; her twin sister, Marie Gulino Musacchia and

sister, Francis Gulino Firman; she is also survived by her 15 grandchildren, Daniel, Tiffany, Jon Curtis,

Darla, Jerrett, Vince, Phyllis, Dylan, Jake, Jax, Randi, Kristie, Tony, Genna, and Kelly, and by her ten great grandchildren.

Mr. Anthony John “Tony” Damico, 69, of Brookhaven, passed from this life on January 27, 2019,

at his residence. He was born September 16, 1949, to Anthony John Damico, Sr. and Clara Allgood Damico.

He was a Small Engine Repairman and he served his country in the United States Marine Corps.

Mr. Damico is preceded in death by his parents and his infant brother, Paul Damico.

Those left to cherish his memory are, his sister, Mary Ann Norwood;

nephew, Paul Vanover and wife, Courtney and their children, Megan and Madison;

niece, Sylvia Teasley and husband, Matthew.

Services for Mrs. Theresia Blades Edwards of Brookhaven are 2:00 pm Wednesday, January 30, 2019

at Riverwood Family Funeral Service with burial at New Sight Cemetery.

Visitation is from 12:00 until time of service on Wednesday.

Mrs. Theresia Blades Edwards, 92, went to be with her Lord on January 27, 2019

at Silver Cross Health and Rehab.

She was born on July 31, 1926 to the late Doc and Ollie Blades.

Preceding her in death are her parents; husband, Paul Edwards; daughter, Linda Edwards Covington;

sons, Richard Paul Edwards, Robert James Edwards, Jack E. Edwards; brother, Otis L. Blades and sister, Nora Bell White.

Those left to cherish her memory are her son, William M. Edwards and wife, Kim of Brookhaven

and daughter, Paula E. Cook and husband Woody of Brandon.

She is also survived by 14 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren and a host of great-great grandchildren.

She will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved her.

Services for Samuel Carlton Cobb of Brookhaven are 11:00 am

Monday, January 28, 2019 at Riverwood Family Funeral Service

with burial at Macedonia Baptist Church Cemetery.

Visitation is from 5:00-8:00 pm Sunday, January 27 at Riverwood Family.

Mr. Samuel Carlton Cobb, 84, went to be with his Lord on January 26, 2019

at King’s Daughters Medical Center.

He was born on January 13, 1934 to the late Sam and Alma Cobb.

He played basketball and football at Co-Lin High School.

He retired with 20 years service from the United States Air Force

and was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church.

Preceding him in death are his parents.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 61 years, Carol Allen Cobb;

sister-in-law, Judy Ashley; nieces, Cindy A. Smith and Sandra A. Stewart and nephew, Scott Ashley.

The homegoing service for Mrs. Edna Powell Sones will be 11:00 a.m., Monday, January 28, 2019,

at First Baptist Church Brookhaven, with interment at Sones Chapel Baptist Church Cemetery

in Carriere, MS, at 4:00 p.m. Friends may visit with the family from 9:30 a.m. until time of the service on Monday.

Edna Powell Sones, affectionately known to all who

knew her as Nana, went to be with the Lord on

January 25, 2019. She was born December 8, 1928

to Tommie Powell and Rosabelle Marshall Fletcher.

She was preceded in her death by her husband,

U.G. Sones; her parents; and one sister, Mildred Reed.

Those left to cherish her memory are, her sons:

Dr. Jim Sones and wife, Debbie; Bill Sones and wife, Theresa;

sister, Nellie Gammons; 9 grandchildren,

Jay Sones and fiancé, Lucy; Ken Sones and wife, Suzanne;

Megan Clapton and husband, Marty;

Michael Germany; Sunday Holmes and husband, Jason;

Sicily Green and husband, Jason; Dr. Bill Sones, Jr.

and wife, Carrie; Ben Sones and wife Estelle;

Sam Sones and wife, Brittany. She was also

blessed with 24 great grandchildren.

After spending over thirty-five years raising their family in Eupora,

Edna and her husband U.G. moved

to be near their family in Brookhaven. She opened

Sones Interiors and used her decorating talent to

enrich the homes and lives of many people. She and

her husband became beloved members serving the Lord at

First Baptist Church faithful. Later she and U.G.

became the managers of the Inez Hotel Apartments

for almost twenty years, blessing and serving the many residents who lived there.

At the age of 80, upon her retirement, she told her son Bill,

“I never thought that I would retire this early!” She had a can-do spirit

and never wanted to slow down. She will be fondly remembered for her

devotion to her husband, her family and friends, her church and her community.

Services for Mr. Robert “Bob” Weisinger, of Wesson are 2:00 pm Sunday, January 27, 2019

at Mt Zion Baptist Church with burial at church cemetery.

Visitation is Saturday, January 26, at Riverwood Family from 4:00-8:00 pm.

Mr. Robert “Bob” Weisinger, 85, went to be with his Lord on January 24, 2019 at his residence.

He was born on July 19, 1933 to the late Raymond Edward Weisinger and Ada Guice Weisinger.

He served in the United States Army during the Korean War and was a Purple Heart and Bronze Star Recipient.

He was member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church where he taught Sunday School. He loved his church and his country.

Mr. Weisinger retired as a Pharmaceutical Salesman for Schering-Plough, was a Master Mason (Pearl Lodge)

as well as a member of the American Legion. He was professional boxer and fought with the Golden Glove.

He also had his pilots license and loved attending Gospel Music Festivals and camping

Preceding him in death are his parents.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Henrietta; son and daughter-in-law, Dr’s. Lee and Karen Walton;

sister, JoAnne Godwin and husband Thad and 5 grandchildren, Maggie Walton, Christian Barnard and wife Ashton,

Matthew Walton and wife Mariah, Jordan Barnard and Nick Barnard and 4 great grandchildren, Hayden, Bryson, Jace and Anakin.

Memorial can be given in his name to the Hope House in Jackson, MS.

The homegoing service for Mrs. Olive Vaughn McDowell will be 2:00 p.m., Sunday, January 27, 2019,

at New Prospect Baptist Church, with interment at Roseland Cemetery in Gloster, MS. Friends may

visit with the family from 5:00-8:00 p.m., Saturday, January 26, at Riverwood family and will resume at

New Prospect from 1:00 p.m. until time of the service.

Mrs. Olive Vaughn McDowell entered the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on January 25, 2019,

surrounded by her family, and the angels that have ministered to her during her illness. She was a resident of

Brookhaven and was 79 years young. Mrs. Olive was the “Proverbs 31” woman, “who can find a virtuous woman?

For her price is far above rubies…” She was the glue that held her family together, loving each one of

them equally. She also treasured her calling as a faithful servant, working in the kitchen at New Prospect,

and serving the Lord in any position she was asked as well as her WMU group. Mrs. Olive found pleasure

in her keeping up flower beds and in cooking tremendous meals for her family. She retired from work as an

Office Manager in the Medical Field and was a treasured member of New Prospect Baptist Church. She

will be greatly missed by all who loved her.

Mrs. Olive is preceded in death by her husband, Robert McDowell; parents, Vaughn and Dorothy Campbell;

infant sons, Robert, Jr. and John Lamar McDowell; brother, Harris Campbell; sisters, Dotty Hansen,

Laverne Temple; and son-in-law, Patrick Carter.

Those left here to hold sweet memories of her are her sons, James McDowell, Timothy McDowell and wife,

Becky, and Jonathan McDowell and wife, Kimber; daughter, Angela McDowell Carter; brothers, John Campbell

and wife, Silvia and Steve Campbell and wife, Yvonne; and her sister, Minnie Campbell. She is also survived

by her ten grandchildren, Hunter McDowell, Emily Torres, Jennifer Radzewicz, Melissa Carter,

Wilson McDowell, Brennan McDowell, Tyler McDowell, Allison Carter, Robbie McDowell,

Wayne McDowell and three great grandchildren, Kyler McDowell, Hayden McDowell, and Parker Torres.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice Ministries of Ridgeland.

The funeral service for Mr. Ralph Covington, Sr., will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 26, 2019,

at Riverwood Family with interment at New Sight Cemetery.

Visitation will be at Riverwood, from 5:00-8:00 p.m., Friday, January 25, and will resume at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, until the time of service.

Mr. Ralph Covington, 84, of Wesson, passed away January 23, 2019, at Merit Health Central.

He was born on June 11, 1934 to Wiley and Winnie Covington. He was an oilfield worker until his retirement.

Mr. Ralph was an avid sports fan, and he also enjoyed the outdoors, running his dogs and turkey hunting.

He was a member of Heucks Retreat Baptist Church.

He is preceded in death by his wives, Mattie Merle Thompson Covington and Frances Jewel Cowart Covington;

his parents; brother, Grady Covington; and sister, Elaine Holland.

Those left to cherish his memory are, his sons, Ralph Covington, Jr. (Mary), Bobby Glen (Kelly);

daughters, Barbara Moak (Joel), Mary Sue Devorss (John), Patsy Nations (Wade); sister, Geneva Moak (Delos);

11 grandchildren, Jaime (Todd), Colt, Chase, Lee, Olivia (Ryan), Dara, Jedd (Heather), Kaitlin (Justen), Amber, Charles, and Sarah.

He is also survived by his church family at Heucks Retreat and also his friends at Rebel Testers.

Funeral services for James Brayden Anthony will be held at Riverwood Family on Friday,

January 25, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. The visitation will be held on Thursday at Riverwood Family from

5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. and will resume on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service.

James Brayden Anthony, age 17 and a resident of Bogue Chitto, went to be with his Lord on Tuesday,

January 22, 2019. He was an excellent defensive football player, as well as an outstanding student,

which included accolades such as the honor roll, scoring exceptionally high on his ACT and being

in the 25 & Up Club, and being a recipient of the Dean’s List Scholarship at Co-Lin Community College.

James also enjoyed playing video games and farm work. He was a kind and caring gentleman

that will be missed by all of those who knew him.

He is preceded in death by his great-grandparents, H.C. and Anna Bell Smith.

Those left to cherish his memory are his father, Lerone Bouldin and wife Yolanda; mother,

Belinda Anthony; brothers, Marcus Davis, Jamal Jones, Eric Fisher, II, and Devin Bouldin; sisters,

Indeya Womack, Lianna Williams, and LeVonda Fisher. He is also survived by his paternal grandparents,

Caleana and Frank Brown; and maternal grandparents, Pearlean and Wayne Johnson, and Jimmie Anthony;

as well as a host of aunts, uncles, nieces and cousins.

Services for Mr. William Terrell Sistrunk of Brookhaven are 11 am Thursday, January 24, 2019

at Faith Presbyterian Church with visitation from 9:00 until time of service.

Interment will be at Moaks Creek Baptist Church Cemetery.

Mr. William Terrell Sistrunk, 95, went to be with his Lord on January 21, 2019 at Haven Hall Nursing Home.

He was born in Frankfort Kentucky on March 29, 1923 to the late Steen and Mary Sistrunk.

He served in the United States Coast Guard Merchant Marines from 1941-1945

and worked as purser for 47 years with Delta Steamship Line.

Mr. Sistrunk was also a member and Elder of Faith Presbyterian Church. His hobbies were hunting and fishing.

Preceding him in death are his parents.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife Jimmie Hodges Sistrunk;  daughter, Mary Jane Sistrunk,

 and a host of nieces and nephews and other family members.