Myrtle Roubion
September 26, 1922 - - March 12, 2024
Myrtle Roubion, known fondly as Myrt, graced this world with her presence on September 26, 1922, in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. She was born to Nathaniel and Minnie Lindsey, and from the very beginning, it was evident that Myrt was destined for a life filled with love, adventure, and unwavering dedication to her family and community.
Growing up in Hattiesburg, Myrt attended Bay ...
Jerry Magee
July 26, 1946 - - March 12, 2024
Jerry Magee was born on July 26, 1946,in Perry County, MS to Doleain C. and J.C. (Jake) McGee. Jerry was the 5th of 13 children. He attended Perry Attendance Center in Beaumont, MS. Afterwards, he served in the United States Army and retired as a Vietnam War Veteran. In 1969, he married Dyann Nicholson and they would become the parents of 5 children: Kevin Nicholson, Felisha Ma ...
Harold "Hal" Blackmon
July 18, 1931 - - March 03, 2024
Harold Willis "Hal" Blackmon, 92, passed away Sunday, March 3 in Hattiesburg, surrounded by family. He was born on July 18, 1931 in Mobile, AL to Noonie and Laura Blackmon. After high school Hal joined the Navy where he served a term overseas during the Korean War.
In 1955 he met and married his soulmate, Emma, and in 1958 he attended the University of Florida where he receive ...
Jameson Brown
December 20, 1982 - - March 03, 2024
Jameson Andre Brown was born on December 20th, 1982 in Hattiesburg, Mississippi to the union of Mr. Johnny Gwin Brown and Mrs. VieAnna Fortner Brown. He departed this life on March 3rd, 2024.
Jameson, also known as ‘Jamie’ and ‘Lowc’ to those who knew him best, graduated from Hattiesburg High School in 2001. After working a series of jobs, he found his occupational cal ...
Sean Pinkerton
July 30, 1973 - - February 29, 2024
Sean Pinkerton, 50, of Buckatunna, MS, passed away at his home. He was born on July 30, 1973, at Sinai hospital in Detroit, MI. Sean graduated from Plymouth Salem High School and attended Schoolcraft College. Sean was a computer programmer and animal lover.
Sean is preceded in death by his father, James T. Pinkerton Jr., and brother, Michael Pinkerton. He is survived by his mo ...
Mary Lansing
February 20, 2024
Mary Margaret "Maggie" Lansing, 77, of Hattiesburg, passed away on February 20, 2024. She was born on March 27, 1946, to Gulma and Ota Mae Johnson in Mississippi. She was an adoring mother, adventure lover, and a dear, sweet friend to many.
Mary is preceded in death by her parents and companion, Temple “Buzz” Fay. She is survived by
her daughter, Karen Lansing.
Frances Chatman
February 18, 2024
Frances Jean Houston Chatman, 74, of Hattiesburg, passed away on February 16, 2024, surrounded by family. She was born on March 5, 1949 in Laurel, MS.
Frances is preceded in death by her mother, Bernice Cooley Houston; one son, Wallace Gibbs, Jr.; two brothers, David Houston and Ernest Houston; one sister, Eva Ann Houston. She is survived by her loving husband, Otis Chatman; da ...
Harrison "Gene" Aust
February 15, 2024
Harrison Eugene “Gene” Aust, 87, of Hattiesburg, MS, passed away on February 15, 2024, at Select Specialty Hospital in Jackson, MS. He was born on October 15, 1936, to Claude and Iola Aust in Binnsville, MS.
Gene grew up on a family farm in Binnsville, MS. His father signed for him to enter the U.S. navy at the age of 17. Upon returning home after four years of naval servi ...
Lula "Sue" Simmons
March 25, 1956 - - February 09, 2024
Lula "Sue" Simmons, 67, of Hattiesburg, passed away on February 9, 2024, at Forrest General Hospital. She was born on March 25, 1956, in Hattiesburg.
Sue is preceded in death by her parents, Johnnie Dixon and Lula Jane Harper ; and Husband, Willie James Simmons. She is survived by her children and grandchildren.
Macklin Spiers-Downs
February 09, 2024 - - February 09, 2024
It is with shattered hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our beautiful baby boy, Macklin Nyx Spiers-Downs. Mackie was born February 9, 2024 to Ashleigh and Shelby Spiers-Downs of Carnes and passed peacefully in the arms of his mamas after one beautiful and unforgettable hour. He will forever be loved and missed.
Mackie is survived by his Mama(Ashleigh), Lady(Shelby) ...