Cleophas Henderson, Sr.
Jul 6, 2026
Mr. Cleophas Henderson, Sr. was born on April 13, 1924 in Bolton, MS to the late Eldridge and Odessa Henderson. “Little Daddy” as he was affectionately known was a lifelong resident of Bolton devoting his life to farming, barbering, and his family. He departed this life on Monday, July, 6, 2026.
Levon McGraw
Jul 2, 2026
Levon McGraw was born on March 12, 1966, in Bolton, Hinds County, Mississippi, to Dorothy McGraw-Funchess and the late Allen Campbell. He transitioned from his earthly life on Thursday, July 2, 2026, at the Baptist Medical Center.
Willie Eugene "Gennie" Leverette
Jun 23, 2026
Willie Eugene Leverette, lovingly known as "Gennie," was born on July 18,1952, in Knobtown, Mississippi, to the late Levonce Leverette and Cozie Etta Powe Leverette. On Tuesday, June 23, 2026, Gennie peacefully departed this earthly life in Jackson, Mississippi, surrounded by the love and comfort of several of his cherished family members. He leaves behind a legacy of faith, love,...
Alice Strong
Jun 20, 2026
Alice Strong was born on September 21, 1951, to Porter Field Strong and Dorothy Strong, who preceded her in death. She departed this life on Saturday, June 20, 2026.
Lawrence "Hot" Butler
Jun 14, 2026
Mr. Lawrence Butler was born September 12, 1939, to the late Lafayette Butler and Marie Henderson Butler Thompson in Edwards, Mississippi. Hot, as he was known, confessed Christ at an early age and united with St. Mark M.B. Church in Edwards, Mississippi, under the leadership of Rev. L. C. Pickens. He later joined Elbethel M.B. Church after moving to Bolton,...
Vivian Macnita Jacobs-Dotson
May 21, 2026
Vivian Macnita Jacobs-Dotson, the seventh of ten children, was born to the late Reverend Calvin Jacobs, Sr. and the late Charlie Mae Johnson Jacobs on November 26, 1961, in Bolton, Mississippi. On May 21, 2026, God called her into eternal rest.
Alean Mack Kelly
May 20, 2026
Alean Kelly, affectionately known as “Cookie,” was born on February 27, 1957, in Bolton, Mississippi, to Henry Mack and Annie Lee Campbell, both of whom preceded her in death. Alean departed this earthly life on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.
Willie Cornelia Johnson Harvey
Apr 28, 2026
Willie Cornelia Johnson Harvey was born on February 3, 1942, to the late Lacey Allen Johnson and Willie Mae Marshall Johnson. She was the eleventh and youngest child born to this union. She answered the Master’s call and entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.
Ben Albert Flowers
Apr 26, 2026
Ben Albert Flowers was born on October 22, 1964, in Bolton, Mississippi, to Albert Flowers and Fannie Thomas, both of whom preceded him in death. Ben departed this earthly life on Sunday, April 26, 2026.
Richard Lee Smith, Jr.
Mar 26, 2026
"Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new." - 2 Corinthians 5:17 KJV
Richard Lee Smith, Jr. was born April 17, 1982, in Hinds County, Mississippi, to Mr. Richard Lee Smith, Sr. and Mrs. Martha Smith, both of whom preceded him in death. He enjoyed playing basketball...
Rosie Lee Taylor
Mar 14, 2026
Ms. Rosie Lee Taylor, affectionately known as “Poom,” was born on November 21, 1957, in Bolton, Mississippi, to the late Clyde Taylor, Sr. and Daisy Bell Strong Taylor. She departed this life on March 14, 2026, in Jackson, Mississippi, at the age of 68. Rosie was a lifelong resident of Hinds County and a graduate of Raymond High School, Class...
Daphne Marie Watson
Feb 13, 2026
Daphne Marie Watson, age 72, of Bolton, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2026. Born on November 21, 1953, Daphne was a gentle soul whose quiet spirit and tender heart touched the lives of all who knew her.
A lifelong resident of Bolton, Daphne was dedicated to family above all else. She was known for her unwavering care,...
Helen Harris Curry
Dec 25, 2025
The Town of Bolton lost one of its most cherished leaders and community pillars on December 25, 2025, with the passing of Alderwoman Helen R. Harris Curry. A trailblazer in every sense, Alderwoman Curry was the first African American woman to serve on the Bolton Board of Aldermen, dedicating over 50 years of her life to public service and leaving...
Webster M. Singleton
Dec 19, 2025
Mr. Webster M. Singleton was born on May 26, 1953, in Raymond, Mississippi, to the late Will and Pearl J. Singleton. He was the twelfth of fifteen children born to this union. He departed this life on Friday, December 19, 2025.
Webster accepted Christ at an early age and united with Mt. Bethel Baptist Church in Raymond, Mississippi, under the leadership...
Thelma Louise Thompson
Nov 22, 2025
Ms. Thelma Louise Thompson was born on August 11, 1947 to the late Ms. Ida Mae Hill and the late Mr. Jessie James Thompson in Edwards, Hinds County, Mississippi. She departed this life on Saturday, November 22, 2025.
Ceolia Graves
Nov 19, 2025
Ceolia Graves! A delightful soul given by God to the late Cleveland and Sarah Graves on a Thursday, March 7, 1940 in Hinds County, Bolton, Mississippi. She was the third child of eight children. She was raised in a God-fearing home where Jesus was a household name. She accepted Christ as her personal Lord and Savior at the age of...
Gales Ephfrom, Jr.
Nov 12, 2025
Mr. Gales Ephfrom, Jr. was born on November 8, 1939, to the late Gales Ephfrom, Sr. and the late Iona Walker Ephfrom in Midnight, Humphreys County, Mississippi. He departed this life on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
Roosevelt McElroy
Oct 25, 2025
Roosevelt McElroy was born on September 30, 1958, in Bolton, Mississippi, to the late Owens McElroy and Mary Lucy Sanders.
On Saturday, October 25, 2025, Roosevelt was called home, leaving a deep void in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.
Roosevelt's legacy of love, kindness, and hard work will live on in the hearts of those who knew and...
Dexter Lydell Robinson
Oct 16, 2025
Dexter Lydell Robinson, age 57, of Bolton, Mississippi, departed this life on October 16, 2025.
Dexter received his education at Hinds Agricultural High School in Utica, Mississippi. He was employed with Douglas Express Delivery, where he continued to pursue his passion for commercial driving and customer service.
He is survived by his mother, Dianne Robinson; brother, Aubrey Robinson; daughter, Vernesha Robinson; and...
