Obituaries
Irene B. Smith
Funeral service for Mrs. Irene B. Smith will be 11 a.m., Tuesday, January 19, 2021,
at Riverwood Family with interment in New Salem Baptist Church Cemetery in McCall Creek.
Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. until the time of service at Riverwood. Rev. Troy Burroughs will officiate.
Mrs. Smith, was a loving and caring wife, mother and grandmother, and extended to great great grandchildren.
She lived 96 years here on earth, born to her parents, J.W. Beck and Lettie S. Beck, December 1, 1924,
and entered her eternal home January 15, 2021.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Bertram Smith; two sons, Felix Smith and Larry Smith; and four sisters.
Those left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Sue McCleary and husband, Pat and Pat Lindsey and husband, Dave;
brothers, J.W. Beck and Fulton Beck; 11 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren, and 10 great, great-grandchildren.
She is also survived by one daughter-in-law, Jane Smith as well as other loving family members and friends.
James Earl Foster
Mr. James Earl Foster, 76 went to his eternal home to be with his Lord and Savior, on January 13, 2021.
He was born on May 10, 1944, in Brookhaven MS, to the late Mary Alice Carr Foster and Elbert Armis Foster.
James loved the outdoors, farming, and his lifelong passion of playing music. His love of music and sharing
of his knowledge will live on for generations with those who knew and loved him. He was known by some
as “Mr. Jiffy Mart” and a “Wild Child”.
Those left to cherish his memory wife Vicky Henley Foster. His Sons, James Anthony Foster and wife, Shawna,
Joseph Bentley Foster, James Cody Foster and wife Ashley. James Everett Wilson, Victoria Lynn Wilson, and
Georgia Rose Wilson. His grandchildren Blake Edward Foster, Rainie Paige Foster, Danielle grace Foster,
Ryleigh Jayde Foster, Lyric Bentley Foster, Zyan Noah Foster, Summit Rose Foster, Iris Grace Foster.
His surviving siblings Vera Mae Strahan, and host of Nieces and Nephews.
In lieu of a traditional service and memorial, a celebration of life with a social event will be held at a later date.
If you wish to send condolences to the family, please send to the address listed below.
Attn: Foster Family 2502 Turpin Rd NW, Brookhaven, MS 39601
Robert "Sonny" Earl Taylor
Robert “Sonny” Earl Taylor was born February 14, 1947, in Quitman, Mississippi
to A.I. “Bud” and Doris Goree Taylor, and died January 15, 2021, at University of
Mississippi Medical Center due to complications from congestive heart failure.
Robert was a coach and teacher in the Natchez Public Schools for 30 years and
then in Concordia Parish for 10 years.
Robert was a member of Eddiceton Baptist Church.
He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Sally Gagliardi Taylor and several aunts,
uncles and cousins.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
William Carey Beeson
Graveside service for Mr. William Carey Beeson will be 2 p.m., Monday, January 18, 2021,
at Bethel Temple Pentecostal Church Cemetery.
Mr. William Carey Beeson, 85, of Brookhaven, MS, entered eternal rest on Friday, January 15, 2021,
at Haven Hall Healthcare Center. He was born November 24, 1935, in Brookhaven, MS, to
William Clarence Beeson and Clara Laird Allgood Beeson. He was a member of Bethel Temple
Pentecostal Church in Brookhaven. He worked at Samuels Furniture and Appliance for 45 years
or more and later owned and operated Beeson Appliance. He loved his family and his church family.
He was a loving husband, a wonderful father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend.
Preceding him in death are his parents; his first wife, of 49 years, Bobbie Rials Beeson, his second
wife, of 15 years, Irene Deer Beeson; siblings, W. Cullen Beeson, K.C. Beeson, James L. Beeson,
Adolph Allgood, Harold Allgood, Bobby Lee Beeson, Lexie Allgood Walker, Annie Marie Allgood Beeson,
Nelleane Allgood Harveston Smith, Earnestine Allgood White McKey, Corrine Allgood Damico,
Flora Mae Forrest Steir, and Margaret Allgood Ritchie; son-in-law, Sammy Bates and stepdaughter, Susie Wall.
Those left to cherish his memory are, his two daughters, Karen Joy Moak (Jimmy) of Wesson, MS,
Reba Gale Bates of Collins, MS; two stepdaughters, Debby Simmons (Terry) of East Fork, MS, and
Sherry Wilson of Magee, MS; brother, Harold Ray Beeson (Ann) of Monticello, MS; grandchildren,
Dustin Moak, Amanda Burrell (Steve), Caryn Deen (Patrick); six step-grandchildren, Stephanie Dixon,
Casey Simmons (Rachael), Chris Lester, Jana Blalock (Bradley), Jason Wilson, and Anthony Wall;
one great granddaughter, Laryn Davis and two great grandsons, Dalton Burrell and Braylen Deen.
He is also survived by 13 step great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Family address: 638 Blackjack New Chapel Road, Collins, MS 39428
Isaac Lafayette Turner, Jr.
Graveside service for Mr. Isaac Lafayette Turner, Jr. will be 1 p.m., Saturday,
January 16, at Beauregard Cemetery in Wesson, MS.
Mr. Turner, 75, of Wesson, passed from this life January 14, 2021 at his residence.
He was born in Grenada, Mississippi, November 21, 1945, to his parents,
Isaac Lafayette Turner, Sr. and Ruth Marie Timmons Turner. He was a
carpenter by trade and a member of Strong Hope Baptist Church. He was a
loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather and will be greatly
missed by all his family and friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 50 years, Gloria Turner; sons,
Scottie Turner, Van Turner (Anna), and Brad Turner; daughter, Kim Runyan (Dean); sisters,
Martha Hansen and B.J. Trotter; seven grandchildren, Brandon Runyan, Blake Runyan (Brandi),
Quentin Runyan, Bryce Runyan (Catarina), Natalie Turner, Ty Turner, Kendall Claire Turner, and
Oliver Runyan; one great grandchild, as well as numerous other loving family members and friends.
Jack Butler Rawls
Graveside service for Mr. Jack Butler Rawls will be 11 a.m., Saturday, January 16, 2020, at Easthaven Cemetery.
Mr. Rawls, 86, of Bogue Chitto, passed from this life and entered eternity January 13, 2021.
He was born to John Smith Rawls and Lelia Butler Rawls, May 29, 1934. He was a member of Moak’s Creek Baptist Church.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include family members, Pete Rawls, Gale “Cooter” Rawls, and wife, Geraldine, and Elizabeth Rawls.
Memorials can be made to Moak’s Creek Baptist Church Hubbard Scholarship Fund.
Melvin Edwin Case
A graveside memorial service for Mr. Melvin Edwin Case, of Brookhaven will be at 3:00 pm,
Friday, January 15, 2021 at his residence on China Grove Dr.
Mr. Melvin Edwin Case, 74, went to be with his Lord on January 12, 2021.
He was born on December 7, 1946 to the late, Louie Edwin Case and Leoma Thompson Kinsley.
Mr. Case served his country in the United States Army. He was self employed as an owner and operator of his trucking company.
He was a member of East Lincoln Baptist Church. He enjoyed farming, racing, trucking, riding horses, working on his land, and watching his cows.
He also enjoyed spending time with his family and going out to eat with them every Friday night. He will be missed by all who loved and knew him.
Preceding him in death were his parents; brother, Cloy Case, and his little dog, Minnie.
Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Norma Frances Case; son, Dewain Case and wife, Katasha;
daughter, Sheila Case Smith and husband, Chris; 4 grandchildren, Brooke Smith, Brieann Bessonette and husband Steven,
Blake Case, Nathan Case and 2 great grandchildren, Hazelynn and Anola Bessonette, along with a host of cousins, friends and his only niece, Kristy Case Hoop, and husband, Rusty, and his little dog Daisy.
In lieu of flowers the family ask that you make donations to BARL P.O. Box 3477
Brookhaven MS 39603
Thomas Glyn Tynes
A graveside service for Thomas Glyn Tynes will be 2 p.m., Friday, January 15, 2021, at Riverwood Family,
with burial in Riverwood Memorial Park.
Mr. Tynes, 84, of Brookhaven, passed from this life January 11, 2021 at his residence.
He was born December 8, 1936, to his parents, Quin Tynes and Vera Mangun Tynes.
He was the owner of Tynes Gas Company and worked as a Realtor with Betsy Smith Realty.
Mr. Tynes was a member of Faith Presbyterian Church.
He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Pete Tynes; and son-in-law, Mark Boyles.
Those who remain to cherish his memory are his wife, Becky Tynes; son, Thomas Glyn Tynes, Jr. (Ann);
daughters, Teresa Grant (Rocky), Lisa Tew (Michael), Gwen Boyles, Margaret Chamblee (Mark), Robin Hammond (Chris);
brother, Joe Tynes (Linda); sister, Betty Jean Tynes; nine grandchildren, Tommy Tynes, Brandon Tynes, Justin Tew, Jordan Tew,
Drew Hammond, Tate Hammond, Becca Hammond Winstead, Tabitha Scarbro, and Sabrina Aguilar.
He also leaves behind seven great grandchildren as well as other loving family members and friends.
James Ellis Gatlin
James Ellis Gatlin, 76, passed from this life January 11, 2021 at King’s Daughters Medical Center
in Brookhaven, Mississippi. He was born December 8, 1944 to his parents, Bennie William Gatlin
and Annie Bell Hawkins. After graduation he went into the United States Air Force and served
during the Vietnam War. After returning home, he worked as a machine operator for various
companies, finally retiring as a Dredge Operator with the State of Mississippi at Barnett Reservoir.
James was a member of Moak’s Creek Baptist Church. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and all
family gatherings. His presence will be missed forever.
He is preceded in death by his parents, six brothers, and one sister.
Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Thomas Ann Smith Gatlin; sons, Chris C. Gatlin (Barbara),
Todd P. Gatlin (Vicki); one sister, Shelby Davis; 12 grandchildren, Austin Gatlin, Gabe Moore,
Allisen Moore, Destiny Gatlin, Natalie Moore, Corey Gatlin, Josh Gatlin, Jon Gatlin, Ethan Gatlin,
Maggie Sigur, Paige Gatlin, and Griffin DeJean; three great grandchildren and numerous other loving family members and friends.
Donations may be made to your local food bank.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date to ensure the safety and health of all our loved ones.
Mable Lee Gibson
Visitation will be on Wednesday, January 13, 2021, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Riverwood Family, 76 Highway 51 South, Brookhaven, MS.,
Graveside services to follow at Easthaven Cemetery, Highway 84 E, Brookhaven, MS. Services to be officiated by Rev. Ron Ballard.
Mable Lea Gibson, 95, went to be with her Lord and Savior on January 10, 2021. She was born on September 18, 1925 in Brookhaven, MS to the late Addie and J.C. Tarver. She graduated from Brookhaven High School in 1944. Mable was a member of Union Hall Baptist Church.
She went to beauty school after working at Stahl Urban for seven years. She had a beauty shop at her home for 45 years. Some of her favorite hobbies were crocheting, gardening, fishing, and sewing. She used her sewing skills to make items for hospice patients. She also made clothes for children on the mission field.
Preceding her in death are her parents, her husband of 64 years, Charles Gibson, and all of her siblings: Louis Tarver, Guy Tarver, Buddy Tarver, Frank Tarver, Clarence Tarver, Bill Tarver, Baby boy- Russell Tarver, Eula Mae Howell, Rita Fay Hill, Ruth King, Ida Mae Lofton.
Those who remain to cherish her memory are her daughters, Dianne Sunman, Kay Gibson, and Sarah Boyd (Ken Boyd). She also leaves behind four grandchildren: Stacey Boyd Jackson, Brian Boyd (Karissa Boyd), Michael Sunman (Jennifer Sunman), and Jeffrey Sunman (Michelle Luecking Sunman).
She has 11 great grandchildren: Kendall Jackson, Cade Jackson, Chloe Boyd, Brianna Claire Boyd, Addison Boyd, Adeline Boyd, Hayden Sunman, Connor Sunman, Rory Sunman, Jillian Sunman, and Annabeth Sunman. She was also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Serving as Pallbearers will be Kendall Jackson, Cade Jackson, Marcus Jackson, Jeffrey Sunman, Tony Rogers, and Brian Boyd. Serving as Honorary Pallbearer will be Lee Berry.
*** In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made in Memory of Mable Lea Gibson to Union Hall Baptist Church, 1242 Nola Road, Brookhaven, MS 39601.
