In Loving Memory

Charles Edward Johnson was born to Sarah Helen and Charles Johnson on July 27, 1952 in Ripley, MS.  He departed his earthly life on September 1, 2019 at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, MS. He leaves to cherish his memories: two siblings, Freddie Rainer and Ricky Johnson; nephews, Brandon Rainer of Ripley, MS and Alvin (Loretta) Johnson of Booneville, MS; niece Tennille Johnson of Dayton, OH; two great nieces, Brittany and Breanna of Booneville, MS; one great...

 Billy Ray Edgeston, 44, was born September 27, 1974 to Mr. Billy Wayne Edgeston and Mary Elizabeth Jeanes at Tippah County Hospital in Ripley, MS. He departed his earthly life on September 2, 2019 at Tippah County Hospital in Ripley, MS. Billy Ray Edgeston accepted Christ at an early age joining Bethlehem Baptist Church, where he later as an adult joined Piney Grove Baptist Church. Billy was a Graduate of Falkner High School where he was an active member of the Football and...

Charlotte Ann Haddix, 59, was born September 4, 1959 to the late Samuel and Emma Haddix.  She was the fifth of six children and the “baby” sister of the family. She departed her earthly life on August 29, 2019 at Magnolia Regional Medical Center in Corinth, MS. Charlotte attended Middleton High School and was a member of the graduating class of 1977.  She loved school and received a “Perfect Attendance Award” for not missing school...

Christopher D. Wooten was born December 27, 2002 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Union County.  He departed his earthly life on Friday, August 23, 2019 in New Albany, MS. Christopher was a football player at Ripley High School. He lived in Ripley his entire life and remained there until his death.  Christopher loved spending quality time with his girlfriend, Moriah Knox.  He also loved spending time with family and friends. He leaves to cherish his memories: his father,...

Shirley Ann (Mullins) Luster, 56, was born on March 5, 1963 to Horace and Katherine (Johnson) Mullins of Ashland, MS. Mrs. Shirley married Bobby Wayne Luster and to this union four children were born. She departed her earthly life on August 6, 2019 at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, MS. She was a good person that enjoyed having fun and being around her family. She will forever be missed by many. She leaves to cherish her memories: one daughter, Casey (Olalekan) Adeleke of...

Mary Lizzie Strickland, 93, was born on July 1, 1926 to the late George and Francis Williams in Benton County, MS. She departed her earthly life on July 11, 2019 at Ashland Health and Rehab in Ashland, MS. Mrs. Strickland accepted Jesus Christ at an early age and became a member of Shiloh M.B. Church in Ashland, MS. She served on the Usher Board for many years. She was preceded in death by: her husband, Harvey Strickland, Sr.; her father, George Williams; her mother, Francis Williams; her...

Sammy Gene Johnson, 65, was born on May 29, 1954 to General and the late Gladys Johnson. He departed his earthly life on May 29, 2019 at Diversicare in Ripley, MS. Mr. Johnson married Clara March and they had three sons. He was a very quiet person and kept to himself. He worked at Biltrite for many years. He leaves to cherish his memories: three sons: Erick (Melba) Johnson of Ripley, MS, Sammy (Mildred) Johnson Jr. of New Albany, MS, and Travis Johnson of New Albany, MS; sister, Lillie...

Dorothy S. Simelton, 90, was born on March, 16, 1929 to the late Dave and Maude Hill Smith. Mrs. Simelton transitioned to be with the Lord on May 16, 2019 at her home in Blue Mountain, MS. Mrs. Simelton was a very respected and educated individual. She attended Line Street School. Later, she received her Bachelor of Science in Education from Rust College and a Master of Arts in Education from the University of Mississippi. Also, she attended Foster’s Cosmetology. Mrs. Simelton was an...

Juanita Thomas, 90, was born on October 28, 1928 to the late Fred Griffin and Ethel Braddock. She departed her earthly life on April 24, 2019 at Baptist Memorial Hospital in New Albany, MS. Throughout her life, Juanita was an active member of Adkins Chapel.  She was a graduate of Rust College. Juanita was a “people person” and she loved to share. If anyone needed anything, she was more than willing to lend a helping hand. She loved to share stories about life and events....

Roderick D. Rogan, 44, was born on September 16, 1974 to Linda Kay Rogan and John D. Jackson. He was raised in Ripley, MS by his mother Linda Rogan Simpson and her husband Paul Simpson, Sr. He went home to be with the Lord on April 24, 2019 at his home in Indianapolis, IN. Roderick was very kind and he loved life. He loved all of his family dearly. During his illness, he never complained. He always had a smile on his face and a kind word to say to everyone. Roderick loved sports and...