Obituaries

Doris Strickland Autry

Doris Strickland Autry

Jan 7, 2026

Ms. Doris Strickland Autry was born February 27, 1952, in Troup County, Georgia. She departed this life on Wednesday, January 07, 2026 at Wellstar West Georgia Hospice, LaGrange, Georgia.

Doris gave her life to Christ at an early age and joined the New Mount Pleasant Baptist Church. In later years, she joined O.H. Ministries, Lanett, Alabama. Doris was a dedicated, faithful...

Fredrick Dionell Roy

Fredrick Dionell Roy

Jan 5, 2026

Mr. Fredrick D. Roy, 36 of Baton Rouge, Louisiana passed away on Monday, January 5, 2026. Frederick D. Roy (also known as Beau and Lil Fred) was an only child of Fredrik D. Wolf (Fred) and Patti L. Roy. He graduated from St. Amant High School in 2006 and stood out as a star football player. Upon graduating, he joined...

Peggy Joan James

Peggy Joan James

Jan 3, 2026

Obituary for Peggy JoAn James

Peggy JoAn James, born December 28, 1934, passed away on January 3, 2026, at the age of 91. She lived a long and meaningful life defined by love, strength and devotion to her family.

Peggy was known for her kind heart, gentle spirit and unwavering care for those around her. She carried herself with quiet strength and...

Johnny Oneal

Johnny Oneal

Dec 25, 2025

Johnny Oneal, 79, of Richton, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 25, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.

Johnny was born on September 4, 1946, in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, to the late Katherine Oneal. Throughout his life, he was employed at numerous car dealerships and also worked as a delivery driver. A true jack of all trades, Johnny...

Sarah Frances Thomas

Sarah Frances Thomas

Dec 24, 2025

Homegoing Services for Ms. Sarah Frances Thomas, of Decatur, will be held Saturday, January 3, 2026, 10:00 A.M. at The Chapel of Donald Trimble Mortuary. Dr. Marcus Stroud, Officiating, Minister Schalla Dixon, Eulogist. Interment, Kennedy Memorial Gardens, Ellenwood, GA. Public Viewing and Visitation will be held at the mortuary Friday, 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M.

Ms. Thomas leaves to cherish her...

Elizah Pierson

Elizah Pierson

Dec 20, 2025

Elizah Lee Pierson, Sr. a native of Alsen and resident of Brusly, departed this life peacefully on Saturday December 20 2025.

Elizah was a graduate of Scotlandville High School. Elizah was not a stranger to hard work, he always had at least two jobs. He was a faithful employee of Port Allen Marine, Earl K. Long Medical Center and Baton Rouge...

Keilan Dedrick Davis

Keilan Dedrick Davis

Dec 14, 2025

Mr. Keilan Dedrick Davis

Funeral service for Mr. Keilan Dedrick Davis, 45, of Lanett, AL will be held at Noon EST Monday, December 22, 2025 at Goodsell United Methodist Church 1007 N 6th Ave, Lanett, AL. Rev. Kelsey Barnes, Pastor/Officiating.Interment will follow in Hillcrest Garden Cemetery 3405 Country Club Rd. Lanett, AL.Public visitation will be held on Sunday, December 21, 2025...

Sam Ulysses Stovall

Sam Ulysses Stovall

Dec 8, 2025

Sam Ulysses Stovall was born June 30,1969 to Elnora and Ruffin Brown in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Sam attended school in the East Baton Rouge School System and later received his diploma from Zion City Voctech School. Sam received Christ at an early age. Sam worked for BFI for over 15 years and before his passing he worked at Amazon where his...

Jessica Jean Gentelie

Jessica Jean Gentelie

Dec 5, 2025

Jessica Jean Gentelie, age 38, of Ponchatoula, Louisiana, passed away on Friday, December 5, 2025, at North Oaks Hospital. Born with a bright spirit and a heart full of warmth, Jessica—affectionately known as “Red”—brought joy and light to everyone blessed to know her.

Jessica was a kind, loving, funny, and sweet soul. She never met a stranger, welcoming others with her...

Beverly King Jr.

Beverly King Jr.

Dec 1, 2025

Beverly King, Jr., 81, a devoted resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, entered into eternal rest on Monday, December 1, 2025, at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. He transitioned peacefully, surrounded by his loving family and closest friends.

Born on July 4, 1944, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to the late Beverly King, Sr. and Matilda King, Beverly was affectionately known to...

Margaret Tyner

Margaret Tyner

Dec 1, 2025

Ms. Margaret Tyner, a resident of Valley, AL, died Monday, December 1, 2025 at Bethany House Hospice, Auburn, AL.

Funeral Services are scheduled for Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 12:00 Noon (EST) from Bethlehem Baptist Church, 1512 River Road, Valley, AL, Rev. Robert L. Carter, Pastor/Officiant and Rev. Donovan O. Coley, Eulogist.

Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery, 1335 River Road, Valley,...

Michael Jerome Russell

Michael Jerome Russell

Nov 9, 2025

Michael Jerome Russell, a brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2025, at the age of 56.

Born on January 3, 1969 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Michael was the son of the late Gloria M. Russell. He loved siting around playing cards, joking around with family members and friends, watcing western movies. Michael a devoted fan of his...