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Mrs. Mary B. Holly Johnson
Funeral arrangements are as follows:
Visitation: Friday, December 19, 2014
1:00pm - 6:00pm Lakeview Memorial Funeral Home
Funeral Services: Saturday, December 20, 2014
2:00pmLakeview Memorial Funeral Home Chapel
Interment: Cedar Hill cemetery
Mary Brenette Holly-Johnson was born
April 25, 1958 to the late Ms. Mary Holly of Vicksburg, Mississippi and the late Willie J. Johnson.
Ms. Johnson departed this life on December 10, 2014 at the age of 56, in Jackson, Mississippi. Ms. Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Ms. Mary Holly and Mr. Willie J. Johnson; one brother, Willie L. Johnson; her grandparents, uncles and aunts.
Mary attended Vicksburg High School and graduated with the class of 1976 before attending Jackson State University in Jackson, Mississippi. She was employed with St. Dominic Hospital and Southern Research.
Mary had a love for reading. She confessed Christ at an early age at Greater Starlight Baptist Church in Covington, Louisiana. She later became a member of St. Peter Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Reverend Slaughter.
Mary leaves to cherish her memories: two loving children, Nadia and Steven Johnson of Jackson, Mississippi; one granddaughter, Ariya Dixon of Jackson, Mississippi; four sisters, Lizzie Holly, Lucille Holly, Isabelle (Willie) Parsons and Debra (David) Montgomery, all of Vicksburg, Mississippi; two brothers, Roosevelt (Sherry) Holly of Vicksburg and Micheal Holly of Jackson, Mississippi; special nephew, Kelvin Holly of Philadelphia; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Mary Brenette Holly-Johnson was born
April 25, 1958 to the late Ms. Mary Holly of Vicksburg, Mississippi and the late Willie J. Johnson.
Ms. Johnson departed this life on December 10, 2014 at the age of 56, in Jackson, Mississippi. Ms. Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Ms. Mary Holly and Mr. Willie J. Johnson; one brother, Willie L. Johnson; her grandparents, uncles and aunts.
Mary attended Vicksburg High School and graduated with the class of 1976 before attending Jackson State University in Jackson, Mississippi. She was employed with St. Dominic Hospital and Southern Research.
Mary had a love for reading. She confessed Christ at an early age at Greater Starlight Baptist Church in Covington, Louisiana. She later became a member of St. Peter Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Reverend Slaughter.
Mary leaves to cherish her memories: two loving children, Nadia and Steven Johnson of Jackson, Mississippi; one granddaughter, Ariya Dixon of Jackson, Mississippi; four sisters, Lizzie Holly, Lucille Holly, Isabelle (Willie) Parsons and Debra (David) Montgomery, all of Vicksburg, Mississippi; two brothers, Roosevelt (Sherry) Holly of Vicksburg and Micheal Holly of Jackson, Mississippi; special nephew, Kelvin Holly of Philadelphia; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Mrs. LaTonya Newton Chancellor
Funeral arrangements are as follows:
Visitation: Friday, December 5, 2014
4:00pm - 6:00pm Family Present: 5:00pm - 6:00pm Lakeview Memorial Funeral Home
Funeral Services: Saturday, December 6, 2014
11:00am Jubilee Revival Center, 1201 Grove Street
Interment: Cedar Hill cemetery
Tonya was born
January 24, 1974 at 3:13 A.M. to Donald Jones and Tommie Jean (Toni) Newton. She departed this life on Thursday, Thanksgiving morning at 5:50 A.M. at River Region Medical Center.
Tonya graduated from Vicksburg High School in 1993. She worked as a nurse’s assistant after leaving High School until she became ill in February of 2012. Devoted to her job, she loved her patients, always going the extra mile for them. She carried them in her heart. It was more than a job, it was a calling.
She grew up attending Triumph Church on Frontage Road under the leadership of Pastor Chaz Bosarge. She continued there into her early adulthood. After moving to Jackson, she attended Word of Faith and later joined the Greer Chapel United Methodist Church under the leadership of Haywood Hannah in Flowood, MS. She attended there until her health failed. Tonya fought hard and long, never losing her faith, with her husband Reggie and her family always at her side. She often defied the odds when they were stacked against her by speaking the word over her own life and often saying, “Mommy, this is not for me. I’m going through for someone else.”
Her life has been a testimony for the glory of God. Her life has impacted the lives of untold many. She displayed great grace in the face of suffering. She could often be heard saying, “I’ll do your will Lord. I will declare your glory.”
She leaves to cherish her memory, her husband, Reginald Chancellor; her daughter, Kendra (Kayla) Newton; her mother and stepfather, Cleve and Toni Ford; her father and stepmother, Donald and Pasty Jones; four (4) sisters, Pamela N. Washington, Raisa (Cocoa) Ford, Bridgette Jones and Jennifer Dillion; two (2) brothers, Ronnie Newton and Donald Carly Dillion; three (3) very special aunts, Charlie Jean Newton, Vera Dixon and Thelma Chancellor of Milwaukee, WI; three (3) uncles, Lawrence, Lery and Uncle Nay; a very special caregiver, Betty Washington of Vicksburg; also the nurses at Promise Hospital and the staff embraced us and became family – Brenda, Jenoris, Jackie, Sandra and Jeniffer, we love you all; a host of nieces nephews, the Garretts’, Dixons’, Davis, Harges’, Washingtons’ Jones, Lewis, and Chancellors, Newton, the Clarks’ of Pine Bluff, AR and Smiths of Pine Bluff, AR.
Ms. Carolyn Drayton
Funeral arrangements are as follows:
Visitation: Friday, December 5, 2014
1:00pm - 6:00pm Lakeview Memorial Funeral Home
Funeral Services: Saturday, December 6, 2014
11:00am
Repose in Church: 10:00am Clover Valley M.B. Church, Hwy 27 South
Interment: Church cemetery
A Time Be born
. . .
Ms. Carolyn Drayton was born
December 1, 1958 in Vicksburg, Mississippi to the late Clarence Drayton, Sr. and Sweetie Bell Drayton. She is preceded in death by a brother, Clarence Drayton, Jr. and a sister, Linda Ray Drayton.
A Time To Plant . . .
On her quest to fulfill God's promises in Proverbs 3:13-14, "Blessed is the person who finds wisdom, the person who gains understanding, for she is more profitable than silver and yields better returns than gold, " Ms. Drayton confessed and accepted Christ at an early age and united with China Grove Missionary Baptist Church. Her quest granted growth and spiritual development which inspired her to remain a motivated and faithful member until her death. She served as a dedicated choir member from her youth forward, fitting her personality, talent and belief. Directing her principles was I Corinthians 14:15, "What is it then? I will pray with the spirit, and I will pray with the understanding also; I will sing with the spirit, and I will sing with the understanding also." This belief was evident in her passion for singing as she eagerly sang throughout the community which included various church programs.
Ms. Drayton was employed at Vicksburg-Warren School District for over 27 years where she served as the Administrative Assistant for the Special Education Department. She also taught herself to do hair and became very well known for enhancing the beauty of many.
A Time To Die . . .
It is a fact that life is uncertain but two facts must claim our attention and they are the certainty and nearness of death. Christianity does not exempt one from death; it only insures triumph over death. Ms. Drayton accomplished this triumph on Friday, November 28, 2014 at 3:00 p.m. at Specialty Hospital of Meridian, Mississippi, where she answered God's calling and gracefully accepted her mansion in the light blue sky.
A Time To Remember . . .
Left to forever cherish the fond memories of her legacy are: two lovely daughters of whom she held dear to her heart, Katrina (Chico) Chandler and Rhonda (James) Rail of Nashville, Tennessee; two brothers, Sam (Mary Kay) Drayton of Denver, Colorado and Eddie Drayton of Pearl, Mississippi; three sisters, Rosie Lee Thomas and Bobbie Jean Liggins of Vicksburg, Mississippi and Patricia (Willie) Mallett of Edwards, Mississippi; six grandchildren, Makayla, Treyvion, JaKobi, Madisyn, Jonah and Ty all of Nashville, Tennessee and a host of other cousins, relatives, co-workers and friends.
Mrs. Estella M. Brown
Funeral arrangements are as follows:
Visitation: Monday, November 24, 2014
1:00pm - 6:00pm Lakeview Memorial Funeral Home
Funeral Services: Tuesday, November 25, 2014
11:00am Lakeview Memorial Funeral Home Chapel
Interment: Cedar Hill cemetery
Mrs. Estella “Stella” Mae Lewis Brown was born
to the late Tom and Frances Lewis on November 15, 1923 in Rolling Fork, MS. She confessed Christ at an early age. She departed this life on November 19, 2014. She was a long time resident of Vicksburg. She lately lived in Stone Mountain, Georgia. She was 91at time of passing.
Mrs. Brown was preceded in death by her husband, Horace Brown; two daughters, Flora Lee Parker, Mary L. Lee; three sons, Charlie Gaines, Jr., Willie Lee Gaines, and Sun Gaines; three grandsons, one great-grandson; her parents, Tom and Frances Lewis; four brothers, Charlie Lewis, Forest Lewis, Tom Lewis, Walter Scott; four sisters, Annie Mitchell, Laura Bell, Ida Mae Perkins, Mary Stevenson and two sets of twins.
Mrs. Brown leaves to cherish her memories: one son, Johnnie Gaines of Stone Mountain, GA; special son, Winston Knight of Stone Mountain; four daughters, Essie D. Bolden of Stone Mountain, GA; Robbie Louise Woods of Vicksburg, MS., Lillie Mae Johnson of Denver, CO., Rosie Mae White of Bronx, NY; 20 grandchildren; George Parker, Victoria Williams, Flora Mae Parker, Elijah Parker, Robert E. Parker, Mary J. Parker, Rodena Gilmore, Yvonne T. Shelby, Curtis O. Parker, Sammy Brooks, Sr., Jackie Smith, Angela Franks, Donna Lee, Hazel White, Eddie Charles Hunt, Jr., Michell Gray, Ruby Gaines, Jason Walker, Vanessa Johnson, Cory Jonson; 46 great-grandchildren; 11 great-great grandchildren; nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews; great-great nieces and nephews; her adopted children, Josephine Foster, Reuben Foster, Jeannette Foster, Janet Williams, James Williams, Corrine Palmer, Eugene Palmer of Vicksburg, MS, Pamela Shaqueen Walker of Lithonia, GA; and friends.
Ms. Janice Marie O'Neal
Funeral arrangements are as follows:
Visitation: Tuesday, November 25, 2014
1:00pm - 6:00pm Family Present: 5:00pm - 6:00pm Lakeview Memorial Funeral Home
Funeral Services: Wednesday, November 26, 2014
11:00am Lakeview Memorial Funeral Home Chapel
Interment: Cedar Hill cemetery
Janice Marie O’Neal was born
on April 16, 1961 to the late Eliza O’Neal Mims and Jimmy Berry in Vicksburg, Mississippi. She departed this life on November 18, 2014, at her home in Dallas, Texas. She was preceded in death by her parents Eliza O’Neal Mims, Jimmy Berry, Grandmother Lucille O’Neal Elmore, and Grand Father John H. Elmore.
Janice Marie O’Neal accepted Christ at an early age. Janice graduated from Vicksburg High School and attended Hinds Community College in Utica, MS where she earned the opportunity to compete at the sport she had loved so much in Junior High, basketball. Janice worked in several capacities before obtaining a position with the United Parcel Service (UPS) and through hard work became the first female Delivery Driver in the City of Vicksburg. During her tenure at UPS she received Employee of the Month and Employee of the Year Awards. As a child Janice loved to dance and would often spend time choreographing routines with her brother. Her tall stature earned her the affectionate nick name “Big Janice.” Janice was always interested in a conversation with everyone she encountered and proved to be a great friend and confidant to many, full of wisdom and honest advice.
“Big Janice” was reluctant to leave her hometown but, with motivation, moved to Dallas, TX in October of 2011 to be closer to her Daughter and Grandchildren. Janice spent time with her grandchildren and taught them games from her childhood and they in turn taught her how to play Candy Crush on her tablet, this was the highlight of any day for her.
She leaves to cherish her memories: her daughter Latasha (Larry) Freeman of Cedar Hill, Texas. Two Grandchildren Larry La’Trell Freeman, and Lauren P. Freeman (Cedar Hill, TX) Two Step Grandchildren, Amber Woods, (Vicksburg, MS) Halee Criss(Arlington, TX); Her brother Larry O’Neal (Aberdeen, MD), her sister Sandra Hall of (Dallas, TX). Janice leaves two nephews Armad & Armenn Stewart (Vicksburg, MS) and a host of loving nephews, a great niece, cousins, and other relatives and friends including a life-long friend, Joyce “Lottie” Hill.
Baby Destiny Grissom
Funeral arrangements are as follows:
Graveside Services: Friday, November 14, 2014
1:00pm Cedar Hill cemetery
Mr. Robert E. Pickett
Funeral arrangements are as follows:
Visitation: Friday, November 14, 2014
1:00pm - 6:00pm Rosary: 6:00pm - 7:00pm Lakeview Memorial Funeral Home
Funeral Services: Saturday, November 15, 2014
11:00am St. Paul Catholic Church, 713 Crawford Street
Interment: Cedar Hill cemetery
THE PATRIARCH
Truly, Robert Pickett helped rise and touch so many lives of students, student-athletes, and the like throughout his 44 years of service in education. With his commanding presence of 6'3", 240 lbs., Pickett could give that "look" and his students would snap back into place from any wrong-doings!
With this said, Robert Pickett put his family first. In 1955, he married
Dorothy Owens of Bentonia, Mississippi. From this union, two children were born: Deborah "Debbie" Denise (Marshall) and Ritchie Elyot (Belinda). Debbie and Ritchie went on to marrying and having successful family and careers themselves, and credit their father for posturing them for these blessings.
The Pickett's are the grandparents of 5 grandchildren: Melanie, Ryan, Rashad, Kiana and Evan. Pickett also had an honorary "daughter" many are not aware of, a toy Poodle by the name of Princess who he called "lil' girl".
Affectionately known as "daddy" and "papaw", Robert was more than a disciplinarian and respected educator. He was a sweet, kind and gentle family man. His love for gadgets and the latest of technology was understood amongst family members. Everyone in the family knew not to touch "Papaw's stuff"! Robert Earl Pickett was absolutely a stickler for detail and would know if any of his gadgets and toys had been moved out of place. For his 5 grandchildren, this was always a difficult temptation to suppress.
Cited in a 1989 Vicksburg Post article about Pickett's life as a family man and educator, a [then] 8 year old Melanie (Robert's eldest granddaughter) acknowledged Mr. Pickett's love for gadgets and family. She told the Post, "Papaw has three computers, two typewriters, twelve telephones, eight televisions, and three VCRs..." The writer, Martha Day, found this amusing noting that Melanie's tabulation of her grandfather's electronics was questionable! However in the article, Robert's daughter Debbie confirmed this to be accurate and true. Gadgets and technology truly made him happy!
In addition to gadgets and technology, Mr. Pickett was a cook who had a specialty in grilling and gumbo. He prided himself in trying new meats and grilling styles. One might also find Mr. Pickett in the aisles of the local grocery store chipping in on the night's next great meal!
Living a favored and extraordinary life is a gift. Yet being able to enter into a beautiful eternal life is the reward we all pray to be given. There is no question Robert Earl Pickett now receives this honor. Good deeds and love that were born
in earthly life now follow Robert Pickett into his new life!
THE PROFESSIONAL
Robert Earl Pickett was born
September 8, 1936 in Brookhaven to Jessie and Willie Mae Pickett. He attended the public schools of Brookhaven and was a graduate of Alexander High School in 1952. He earned his B.S. degree from Alcorn State University in 1957.
Pickett went on to receive an M.E.D. from Jackson State University in 1969 with further studies from Atlanta University, University of Mississippi and Mississippi State University. Pickett began his teaching career in Pass Christian, Mississippi in 1957, Rolling Fork, Mississippi in 1958 and Vicksburg, Mississippi in 1959. From 1963-1965, he served as Administrator Assistant and coach at Rosa A. Temple High School. From 1964-1986, Mr. Pickett started his principalships with McIntyre Elementary, Jefferson Jr. High and Vicksburg High School.
Mr. Pickett moved over to Vicksburg Warren County School District in 1987, served as Assistant Superintendent, Deputy Superintendent, and later as Superintendent of Schools from 1994-1999.
Robert Pickett began his service as Board of Trustees with Hinds Community College while he was Superintendent of Vicksburg Warren School District. After his retirement in 1999 from Vicksburg Warren School District, he continued to serve as an appointed Warren County Trustee and was elected President of the Board in May 2008.
His professional affiliations have included the Mississippi Association of School Administrators, Mississippi Association of School Business Officials, Mississippi Association of School Superintendents, Southeastern Association of School Business Officials. He was a proud member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. Pickett later served on the Hinds County Community College Board of Trustees for 20 years and was currently serving as Board President since May 2008.
Civic affiliations included: Port City Kiwanis, Three Rivers, Boys Scouts of America, United Way of Warren County, Vicksburg Chapter American Red Cross, Elks Fidelity Lodge Number 507, Communications Improvement, Inc. (WLBT-TV3), Vicksburg Urban Redevelopment Group, Board of Directors Merchant Bank, and BancorpSouth Board of Directors.
Robert Pickett was a true Alcornite, having lettered in basketball for four years while later joining the ASU National Alumni Association and being inducted into the ASU Hall of Honor in May 1990, and the ASU Sports Hall of Fame in September 2000.
THE FAMILY
On November 10, 2014 Robert Pickett went home to be with his Savior. His life legacy and love will forever be cherished by his devoted wife of 59 years, Dorothy Owens Pickett; daughter, Deborah Sanders (Marshall) of Vicksburg, Mississippi; son, Ritchie (Belinda) Pickett of Sugarland, Texas; five grandchildren: Melanie Sanders, Vicksburg, Mississippi, Ryan Pickett, (Ashlee), Stafford, Texas, Rashad Sanders, Vicksburg, Mississippi, Kiana Sanders, Vicksburg, Mississippi and Evan Pickett, Sugarland, Texas; three brothers-in-law, John Owens (Ruby), Gulfport, Mississippi, Ernest Carter (Linda), Midland, Michigan, Hubert Carter (Denise) and Ypsi-lanti, Michigan; two sisters-in-law, Earnestine Carter and Vanessa Jackson, both of Wayne, Michigan; a host of other relatives and friends including three very special cousins: Butch Jones (Linda), Judy Tyler, Long Island, New York and Rosie Williams of Marlton, New Jersey.
Ms. Gwenerver Gail Moore
Funeral arrangements are as follows:
Visitation: Friday, November 14, 2014
2:30pm - 6:00pm Lakeview Memorial Funeral Home
Funeral Services: Saturday, November 15, 2014
11:00am Repose in Church: 10:00am Greater Grove Street MB Church, 2715 Alcorn Drive
Interment: Cedar Hill cemetery
Gwenerver (Gwen) Gail Moore entered life peacefully on Monday, November 3, 2014. Gwen was born
on April 16, 1971 in Vicksburg, Mississippi to her parents, Nelson and Estella Anderson. She was the second of five children to this family.
Gwen graduated from Vicksburg High School in 1989. After graduation, she started her professional career at Jackson State University, where she received both her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science (1994) and Masters of Public Administration Degree (1998). She was actively pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Public Health from the University of Maryland College Park.
In 2001, Gwen was selected to participate in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s prestigious EPA Internship Program and accepted a position with the Agency’s Office of Research and Development, National Center for Environmental Assessment in Washington, DC. While at EPA, Gwen was a very active member and life member with the EPA Blacks in Government, William D. Barber, Jr. Chapter. Gwen served as Chair of the Scholarship Committee, a Regional Representative and Delegate to the BIG National Training Conference. She was also a Steward and member of the Local 3331 of the American Federation of Government Employees.
Gwen was a member of the First Baptist Church of Glenarden, Upper Marlboro, Maryland. She became a member of the Divine Discipleship for Sisters and Queen Esther Ministries. Gwen was a member of the Continental Societies, Inc., a public service organization that serves children and youth in the Prince George’s County community. She was a member of the Jackson State University National Alumni Association.
Gwen never met a stranger and was always looking for opportunities to serve others. She volunteered at the EPA Call Center during Hurricane Katrina, the American Red Cross, Job Corp, and mentored young teens.
Before moving to Maryland, Gwen worked as a GED instructor at AmeriCorps and participated in the ROTC at Jackson State University, where she was also voted Ms. ROTC.
Gwen had an unforgettable personality that lit up every room she walked into. She was an energetic and outgoing young lady who lived life to the fullest. She believed in pursuing her life’s dreams and encouraged those around her to do the same. She always said, “Don’t let anyone tell you what you can’t do”. Her spirit of determination was an inspiration to many people around her. Gwen achieved so much in such a short time.
Gwen is survived by her, mother Estella Mae Anderson; sisters, Andrea Moore and Rhoda Moore; brothers, Charles Moore and Jerome Anderson; nephews, Jeremy Smith, Devin Kenney and Carter Moore; a niece Nija Barnes; a great niece Aniyah Smith; her fiance’, Thomas Pickett; and aunt, Velma Moore; many cousins and friends who she loved dearly. Gwen was preceded in death by her father, Nelson Anderson.
