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Ms. Mary Ellen Hall
Funeral arrangements are as follows:
Visitation: Friday, May 15, 2015, 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Family Present: 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: Lakeview Memorial Funeral Home
Funeral Services: Saturday, May 16, 2015, 11:00am
Location: Spring Hill M.B. Church/815 Mission 66
Interment: Cedar Hill cemetery
Ms. Mary Ellen Hall, affectionately called “Ms. Hall” by her daughter Trudy and “Lit Bae” by others who knew and loved her, was born
April 2, 1937 in Warren County, Mississippi to the late Percy Hall, Sr. and Corinne Fantroy Hall. She received her early education in the Warren County School System.
She was employed by River Region Medical Center-West Campus for over 45 years.
Ms. Hall accepted Christ early in life and became a member of China Grove Missionary Baptist Church. She later joined New Mount Zion Baptist Church where she was a faithful and dedicated member. Mother Hall served faithfully on the Mother Board and in any capacity she was needed.
Mother Hall went home to be with the Lord on Monday, May 11, 2015, surrounded by her family.
Ms. Hall was preceded in death by her parents Percy Hall, Sr. and Corinne Fantroy Hall; her son-in-law Charles Ray James; ten sisters, Mrs. Daisy Thomas, Mrs. Callie Allen, Mrs. Lureatha Moore, Mrs. Martha Mae Branch, Mrs. Millie Strong, Mrs. Fannie Evans, Mrs. Della Stanley, Mrs. Ruby Lucas, Mrs. Nannie Mae Belton, and Mrs. Annie Mae Marley; and two brothers Mr. Cardell Hall and Mr. Ernest Lee Hall Sr.
Mother Hall leaves to cherish her memories two daughters, Trudy Hall James and Thelma Renee Hall; two granddaughters, Catrina R. James and Courtney R. James; one sister, Natalie Hall; one brother, Percy Hall Jr.; numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of other relatives and family friends.
Mrs. Velma H. Brown
Funeral arrangements are as follows:
Visitation: Friday, May 8, 2015, 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Family Present: 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: Lakeview Memorial Funeral Home
Funeral Services: Saturday, May 9, 2015, 12:00noon
Repose in Church: 11:00am
Location: Pleasant Valley M. B. Church/Hwy 27 South
Interment: Cedar Hill cemetery
Madame Velma Renee Brown died April 30, 2015 at Merit Health River Region. She was 49. She was born
to the late Henry King Hill and Velma Hill on March 12, 1966 in Vicksburg. Mrs. Brown was of the Baptist faith. She attended Warren Central High School.
She was preceded in death by her father, Henry King Hill and grandmother, Zula Mary Baldwin.
Survivors include her one and only daughter, DeJane S. Cleveland; her mother Velma (Sammie) Williams of Vicksburg; three sisters, Theresa Baldwin of Chicago, Rosella Shepherd (Morris) of Texas and Debra Hill Clark of Jackson, MS; two brothers, Henry Lee Hill (Frances) of Vicksburg, MS and Ronnie Hill of New Jersey; two grandchildren, Miss Aidyn and Mr. Ashton Cleveland of Jackson one aunt, Mary Alice Albert (Tommie) of Vicksburg; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends including Mary Alice Albert of Vicksburg, MS.
Mr. Charles E. Hudson
Funeral arrangements are as follows:
Visitation: Friday, May 8, 2015, 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Family Present: 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: Lakeview Memorial Funeral Home
Funeral Services: Saturday, May 9, 2015, 11:00am
Repose in Church: 10:00am
Location: Travelers Rest Baptist Church/718 Bowmar Ave
Interment: Cedar Hill cemetery
Charles Edward Hudson was born
July 31, 1946 in Vicksburg, Mississippi. His mother, Essie Hudson and grandmother, the late Bertha Clark raised him in a Christian and loving home. He was baptized in the Baptist faith as a young teen at Travelers Rest Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Reverend Joe Williams and remained a member until his passing.
Charles was a member of the last graduating class of St. Mary's High School in 1964 after which he joined the United States Armed Service and did a tour of duty in the Vietnam War working in military intelligence. He was honorably discharged in 1967 and proceeded to join the United States Army Reserves for several years. In civilian life, Charles chose to reside in Vicksburg where he was employed by the Corps of Engineers and later the Department of Defense (DOD) in the position of off-set press supervisor until he retired in 1994. During his employment with both the Corps and DOD, he earned several awards for outstanding work performance. He enjoyed his work which produced several long term relationships that were maintained throughout his life.
Charles was the proud father of two daughters and a step daughter which brought immeasurable joy into his life. He loved his children and responded to his responsibility as a father with enthusiasm and care. His love for others was nowhere more strongly demonstrated than in the role he assumed as caregiver for his mother who became incapacitated in 2007. He valiantly and lovingly supervised her care with an attitude of total commitment to her well being. Even at his most physically challenged moments, he remained vigilant. For this she responded in ways that reflected their deep bond and love that prevailed until the end.
Charles deeply enjoyed cooking, but as his health deteriorated, he was forced to turn to activities demanding less physical taxation. Television offered him many hours of enjoyment and allowed him to live vicariously through the many cooking shows he watched. He was an avid viewer who enjoyed a broad range of topics from alligator hunting to political commentary. Bottom line, he was an unabashed "couch potato".
Charles was preceded in death by his grandmother, Bertha Clark.
On May 1, 2015, Charles departed this life. He leaves to mourn his passing: his mother, Essie Hudson of Vicksburg, Mississippi; sister, Barbara Hudson Smith of Chicago, Illinois; three daughters, Yolanda Renee Lewis, Ashley Hudson and Leslie Newton, all of Vicksburg, Mississippi; grandchildren, Candice, Cameron, Jalen, Chris and D'Anthony; two nephews, Kevin Charles Smith of Chicago, Illinois and Kenneth James Smith of Denver, Colorado, along with a host of family and friends, including Earlean Johnson, Frank Johnson, Herman Campbell and Charlie Jean Newton.
Miss Markeda L. Mims
Funeral arrangements are as follows:
Visitation: Thursday, May 7, 2015, 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: Lakeview Memorial Funeral Home
Funeral Services: Friday, May 8, 2015, 11:00am
Location: Greater Grove Street M.B. Church/2715 Alcorn Drive
Interment: Cedar Hill cemetery
Markeda Lenor Mims, affectionately known as “Kede, ” “Ms. Kitty, ” or “Phatty, ” was born
on July 31, 1984, in Jackson.
born prematurely at two pounds with sickle cell anemia, Kede entered the world as a fighter. As a warrior, Markeda never allowed this illness to deter her from attaining her goals. She led a life of purpose and determination, and was an example of fortitude. Like an eagle, She soared above the storm clouds in her life, inspiring family, friends, and all that knew her.
Markeda was most admired for her astuteness, independency, strong-will, and determination. Of her many traits, she was also revered for her wittiness.
Markeda graduated from Vicksburg High School in 2002. She was a member of various school organizations; and was loved and respected by her classmates and teachers. As a testament to her character, Kede was elected homecoming queen her senior year of high school. Kede furthered her educational pursuits at the University of Southern Mississippi where she received her Bachelor of Science Degree in management information systems in December 2005. Despite her health challenges, with confidence and persistence Markeda completed her degree in three years.
Markeda has been employed at the US Army Engineer Research and Development Center since 2006 as a contract specialist in the ERDC Contracting Office. She was previously employed with United Way of West Central Mississippi, and the Vicksburg Police Department.
“Ms. Kitty” loved spending time with her family, traveling cross country with her aunt “Ba” to support her favorite nephew’s (“PJ” aka Biscuit) sporting events, cooking and preparing healthy cuisines (for all who dared to sample). Computer savvy, she enjoyed Internet surfing and shopping.
Memories of Markeda’s infectious and beautiful smile, quiet and soft spoken demeanor, peaceful nature and virtuosity, sweet and kindhearted spirit will be forever cherished by her mother, Felicia Mims-Kelly and stepfather, Elvin Kelly both of Vicksburg; and father Edgar Brown of Jackson; four brothers, Davon “Pop” Mims, Evann Brown, Jamie Judge, all of Vicksburg, and Martin Kelly of Blue Island, Ill.; two sisters, LaToya Darden of Dallas and Ke’Andrea Kelly of Jackson; four uncles, Nathaniel Washington of Vicksburg, Rufus Mims III, of Baton Rouge, La., and Lincoln Brown Jr., and David Brown, both of Vicksburg; five aunts, Delores Mims and Sandra Mims of Vicksburg, Jacqueline McKay Mims of Baton Rouge, Bernice Gaines of Los Angeles, and Donna Brown Jackson of Vicksburg; grandmothers, Dorothy Brown of Vicksburg, and Lizzie Kelly of Los Angeles; several nieces and nephews, to include Davon “PJ” Mims II, Aaliyah Nicole Mims, Mekhi DaShon Mims, Jaiden Hubbard, Jaylen Judge, Shaun Judge, and Haley Judge; a devoted cousin/brother Quinton “Terrell” Mims, an abundance of loving cousins, coworkers and friends including Howard “Sweet Pea” Brown and LaToya Trunell, and members of the Fletcher, Tillman, Kelly, McKay, Goodman, Davis and Wolfe Families.
Markeda was preceded in death by her grandparents, Rufus “Goody” Mims Sr., Lenora “Two Bit” Washington Mims, Lincoln Brown Sr. and William Kelly; great-grandmother, Rosie “BB” Sharkey; uncle, Leroy Gaines; and two special cousins, Mishka Mims and LaQuitta Mims, and Terrance Jackson.
Mrs. Gloria Neal White
Funeral arrangements are as follows:
Visitation: Friday, May 1, 2015, 1:00pm - 7:00pm
Family Present: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Location: Lakeview Memorial Funeral Home
Funeral Services: Saturday, May 2, 2015, 11:00am
Location: Bethlehem Missionary Baptist Church/3055 N. Washington St.
Interment: Cedar Hill cemetery
Gloria Mae Neal White was born
on November 5, 1955 to Sam Neal, Jr. and Doretha Neal. She was the fifth of seven children.
Gloria departed this life on April 23, 2015. She was surrounded by her loving family. Gloria enjoyed life to the fullest. She loved music, and dancing. She loved sharing what she had with others. She loved her family and friends.
She leaves to cherish her memories: A loving mother, Doretha Neal; two sons: Tony (lawanda) Neal of Vicksburg MS and Reginald (Kristin) Neal of Destin, Fl; two daughters: Demetris (David) Thomas and Rebekah (Marquis) Parson all of Vicksburg, MS; three sisters: Starline (Raymond) Smith and A. Marlene (Silento) McMorris, and linda Neal all of Vicksburg, MS; eight brothers: Alfred (Sharolyn) Neal of Colorado Springs, CO; Bishop Raymond Smith, Jessie Neal, Frank Neal, Donald Ray (Theresa) Neal, James (Carolyn) Johnson, Robert (Nicole) Williams, and Willie (Gwen) Williams all of Vicksburg, MS; sixteen grandchildren and seventeen great grandchildren; and a host of nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends.
Gloria was preceded in death by her father, Sam Neal, Jr. as well as her husband Michael White.
Mr. Dona Earl Hill
"Hillcity Crow"
Funeral arrangements are as follows:
Visitation: Thursday, April 30, 2015, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: Lakeview Memorial Funeral Home
Funeral Services: Friday, May 1, 2015, 11:00am
Location: Lakeview Memorial Funeral Home Chapel
Interment: Cedar Hill cemetery
Mr. Dona Hill is the second child born, of the late Dona and Carrie Hill, was born
on December, 01, 1949 in Hinds County.
He was member of the U.S. Army and served in the Vietnam War. After serving several years in the military, he became a professional truck driver. He drove for over 40 years before retiring from Power Transportation located in Vicksburg, MS.
Dona was married
to Mattie Naylor Hill for 39 years and to this union three children were born.
Mr. Hill departed this life on Monday, April 20, 2015 in Vicksburg, MS.
He leaves to cherish his memories: Three sons, Xavier Hill, Patrick Bingham and Don Hill; two daughter-in-laws, Demetrice Hill and April Bingham; Six Grandchildren, Stanwyn, Brae’LaShae’, Byron and Spencer Griffin, Bianca Bingham and Patrick Bingham, Jr.; One Great Grand, Sha’Mari Payne; Five Sisters, Ada Jordan, Mary Rockingham, Felicia George, Catherine Stewart and Brenda Ross; Nine Brothers, Samuel Hill, Michael Hill, Curtis Ross, Robert Hill, Johnny Hill, Amos Ross, Alfred Hill, Shefrie Staples, and Johnny Staples; along with numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, brothers and sister-in-laws.
Mrs. Josephine T. Kenny
Funeral arrangements are as follows:
Visitation: Friday, April 24, 2015, 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: Lakeview Memorial Funeral Home
Funeral Services: Saturday, April 25, 2015, 11:00am
Location: Lakeview Memorial Funeral Home Chapel
Interment: Cedar Hill cemetery
Mrs. Josephine Pecola (Tee, Vert) Verdie Le Thompson Johnson Kenney was born
June 3, 1925 in Warren County, Mississippi George and Carrie L. Thompson, Sr. They preceded her in death.
She also was preceded in death by her husbands, Will Johnson and second husband, Robert Kenney; two sons, Jessie Johnson and Lefloria Johnson; two brothers, Lee Andrew “LeeRoy” Thompson and George “June” Thompson, Sr.; daughter-in-law, Dorothy W. Johnson.
Upon reflection of Josephine’s life after her birth in Vicksburg, Mississippi, the family relocated to Yazoo County, Mississippi where she grew up and joined Travel Rest Baptist Church and sang in the church choir. Josephine attended a one room school house from first grade through the eighth grade on the small farm.
She will be remembered for her wonderful cooking at Christmas time, especially her sweet potato pies and cakes. She loved arts and craft. Josephine also made clothes, knitting and quilting bed spreads to keep the family warm in the winter years. Years later, she moved to Vicksburg, Mississippi where she met and married
Will Johnson and to this union they had twelve children.
Her memories will be forever cherished by her six daughters, Joyce M. Anderson, Mary Lorraine Miller, Edna L. Williams, Olivia (Mose) Haggan, Leanna (Willie) Patterson and Levirdia Johnson all of Vicksburg, Mississippi; 4 sons, Leon Johnson of Dallas, Texas, James (Elizabeth) Johnson, Timothy L. Johnson both of Vicksburg, Mississippi and Cleophus Johnson of Greenville, Mississippi; thirty-three grandchildren; fifty-seven great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relative and friends.
Mr. Stanford Kidd Sims
Funeral arrangements are as follows:
Visitation: Friday, April 24, 2015, 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Location: Lakeview Memorial Funeral Home
Funeral Services: Saturday, April 25, 2015, 11:00am
Repose in Church: 10:00am
Location: Greater Grove Street MB Church/2715 Alcorn Drive
Interment: Cedar Hill cemetery
Kidd was born
on March 20, 1993 in Vicksburg, Mississippi, to Pauline and Johnny Sims, Jr. Kidd confessed Christ and was baptized under the direction of Reverend Joseph Brown at Mt. Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church where he was a member until his death. Kidd attended Warren Central High School and recently received his diploma from Southeastern High School.
Kidd was very charming and friendly to all he met. He loved his family and friends and he especially loved his mother Pauline, but his best friend was his father Johnny. They spent fun times fishing and hunting together. Kidd also enjoyed playing basketball and football with his neighborhood family and friends. Kidd was loved by all who knew him. He will be dearly missed.
Kidd was preceded in death by: his brother, Derrick Fitzgerald Sims; his maternal grandfather, Frank A. Gardner, Sr.; his maternal great grandfathers, Walter Warfield and Willie Gardner; his maternal grandmother, Coniell Carson Mace Warfield; his maternal great grandmother, Josie B. Gardner and paternal grandfather Johnny Sims, Sr.
He leaves to cherish his memories: his parents, Pauline and Johnny Sims, Jr.; his sister, Jenophia (Curby) Truitt; four brothers, Derrick (Ebony) Gardner, Johnny (Dawn) Smith, Kenneth Sims, Sr. and Korey Sims, Sr., all of Vicksburg, Mississippi; his maternal grandmother, Ethel Gardner, his paternal grandmother, Ruth Sims; two nieces, Danielle White and Jamiyah Smith; six nephews, Darnell White, Johnny Sims, IV, Kenneth Sims, Jr., Jamicha Smith, Korey Sims, Jr., all of Vicksburg, Mississippi and JeCobie Sims of Jackson, Mississippi; a host of aunts, uncles, numerous cousins and friends including, close childhood friend Trina Lloyd and the Hebrons, Mace, Gardner and Sims families.
