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John Ray Pounds

The funeral service for John Ray Pounds will be at 2:00 p.m., Monday, January 20, 2025, at Riverwood Family. The visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. until the time of service.

John Ray Pounds, 78 of Brookhaven, MS passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at his residence.

John Ray was born in Magnolia, MS on December 17, 1946, to Horace and Rosa Pounds. After graduating from Brookhaven High School, he enlisted in the Navy where he served 4 years including the Vietnam War. He returned to Brookhaven where he worked in the finance business, had his own taxidermy shop, and eventually ran the family printing business, Pounds Printing.

John Ray was united in holy matrimony to Mary Compton. This union was blessed with 2 children, Mitchell Hastings and Lisa Ann. John was a member of the Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, who loved music, playing the guitar, hunting, and fishing.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Horace and Rosa Pounds; sister, Judy Pounds Peets; and wife, Mary Compton Pounds.

He is survived by his son Mitch (Holly) Pounds of Madisonville, LA, and daughter, Lisa (Kyle) Breazeale of Brookhaven, MS. He is also survived by 8 beloved grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank Dignity Hospice and Halo Haven and a special thank you to his long-time sitter, Mary.

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  • Comment Link Edna Fauver Monday, 20 January 2025 11:32 posted by Edna Fauver

    I met John the first time when my husband at the time Leroy Harris and I picked him up from the airport when he came home after the Navy. A handsome young man in uniform. Later I got to meet his sweet wife Mary. We didn't remain close through the years but was always glad to see him and catch up on what was happening in our lives at the time. I'm so sorry for your loss. Loved him

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  • Comment Link Bill Lofton Monday, 20 January 2025 10:16 posted by Bill Lofton

    Many wonderful baseball memories together while coaching our sons Mitch and Will!

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  • Comment Link Ken Rodgers Monday, 20 January 2025 08:34 posted by Ken Rodgers

    Going to miss you Cuz. You were by BIG cousin who I always looked up to. You were always so full of life and lived a large life!!! You were the outdoorsman who never missed a chance to go fishing or hunting!! But you were also a family man who was there for them. I will always cherish our times together that we had when I would come and stay with you out at Hurricane Lake!! That was such an awesome place!! Wish I could have been able to spend more time out there with you. I also wish that I was able to attend your funeral today but no way I could escape work. We talked about having to work and how it sometimes kept you away from some important things. This is one of those times I needed to be there but could not. God Speed John Ray!!! Will see you all again some day!!

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  • Comment Link Brenda Pounds Friday, 17 January 2025 15:49 posted by Brenda Pounds

    Fly high,John Ray.I will miss our talks.

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  • Comment Link Mary White Friday, 17 January 2025 10:45 posted by Mary White

    This wonderful man has brought me so much laughter so much joy in my life when I needed it the most.. to be a part of his journey has been the most humblest experience of my life and one I will treasure forever..I love you my munchkin?

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  • Comment Link Brenda Pounds Thursday, 16 January 2025 19:19 posted by Brenda Pounds

    I will always love you.we grew up together and had alot of great memories. I will never forget you and the time we had together. I feel so blessed to have you in my life.i will never forget our time together. Glad you are at rest.i love you.

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  • Comment Link Sherry Davis Thursday, 16 January 2025 18:47 posted by Sherry Davis

    Very sorry for your loss

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