Obituary Listing

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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.   

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...

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.

Nov 8, 2025

Services announcements forthcoming.

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...

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...

Oct 8, 2025

A Time to Be Born

Lorenzo “Ben” Fairfax entered this world on November 14, 1958, in Bolton, Mississippi, born to the late Jean Burse Fairfax.

At a young age, Ben embraced his faith and became a member of Orange Hill Missionary Baptist Church under the guidance of Dr. John L. Brown.

A Time to Plant

Ben graduated from Clinton High School in Clinton, Mississippi...

Oct 6, 2025

Ms. Lizzie “Kat” Kyles was born on March 18, 1954, in Edwards, Mississippi, to the late Mr. Aaron “Pat P.” Kyles, Jr. and the late Mrs. Thelma Ruth Strong Kyles. She confessed Christ at an early age and united with Pleasant Hill Baptist Church in Bolton, Mississippi.

Ms. Kyles departed this life on Monday, October 6, 2025, at Manhattan Nursing and...

Sep 24, 2025

Sep 17, 2025

Ms. Nancy Denise, 57, of Clinton, Mississippi was born on May 12, 1968.  Nancy transitioned on September 17, 2025.

Sep 6, 2025

Mother Alberta “Sister” Williams of Bolton, Mississippi, passed away on September 6, 2025, at the age of 79. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose life was marked by faith, strength, and compassion. A faithful member of Mt. Elizabeth Missionary Baptist Church, she served as a Mother of the Church, Sunday School Treasurer, and devoted Sunday School member....

Sep 6, 2025

Mr. Square Palmer, Jr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin and friend was born in the town of Edwards, Mississippi on December 5, 1948. He was reared and nurtured by his parents, the late Square (Bullie) Palmer, Sr. and the late Millie T. Palmer.

He transitioned into eternity to be with the Lord on September 6, 2025 in the...

Jul 31, 2025

Mr. Alvin Veal was born on April 25, 1956 to the late Abraham Veal and Melissa Kyles Veal.  He passed peacefully at home on Thursday, July 31, 2025.  

Jun 8, 2025

Mr. Victor Donnell Richmond Graves was born on February 19,1963, in Hinds County, Bolton, Mississippi to Alfred Douglas ("A.D.") and Essie Howard Richmond. At the untimely death of his mother at the age of 3 months, Victor was entrusted in the care of his uncle and aunt, Cleveland "Buddy" and Sarah Howard Graves.

On Sunday, June 8,2025, Victor completed his journey...

Apr 19, 2025

Ms. Lillie Graves Ephfrom passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 19, 2025 at home in Clinton, Mississippi. She was born on December 29, 1945, in Bolton, Mississippi, the sixth of eight children of the late Cleveland "Buddy" Graves and the late Sarah Howard Graves.

In August 1955, Lillie professed her faith in Christ under the leadership of Rev. H. C. Gross...