Marjorie Pierce Jones
A funeral service for Marjorie Pierce Jones was held June 2, 2023, at Monticello Baptist Church, with burial in the church cemetery. Riverwood Family handled the arrangements. Mrs. Jones, 88, of Monticello, passed from this world May 30 at University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson. She was born in Flomaton, Ala., April 21, 1935,…
Read MoreRebekah Marie McCall
Rebekah Marie McCall, 71, of Monticello, passed away May 28, 2023, at her residence in Wanilla. She was born Aug. 13, 1951, in Quincy, FLA., to Rev. Rufus Lee Sherrill and Marie Josephine Raube Sherrill. A funeral service was held June 3 at New Life Church in Monticello. Bro. John Sherrill and Bro. Jay Thompson…
Read MoreMakala Ireon Perkins
Graveside services were held May 27, 2023, at Stewart Family Cemetery, Silver Creek, for Makala Ireon Perkins, 23, who passed away May 12 in Georgia. Evangelist Chandra Davis officiated, with Johnson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Miss Perkins was born in Brookhaven to Annetoinette Monique Stewart and Miquel Perkins. She was baptized at an…
Read MoreJerry Dean Rutland
A funeral service for Jerry Dean Rutland was held May 31, 2023, at Divide Methodist Protestant Church, with interment in the church cemetery. Riverwood Family handled the arrangements. Mr. Rutland, 77, of Monticello, died May 26 at his residence. He was born Nov. 24, 1945, to Jesse Vodie Rutland and Eula Smith Rutland. He was…
Read MoreBeware this hidden danger when grilling
Grilling season is heating up. Many foods taste even more delicious when cooked over an open flame. Burgers, chicken, sausage, and even vegetables are delectable with a little sear and smoky flavor. According to home industry advisors at The NPD Group, more than 14 million grills and smokers were sold between April 2020 and February…
Read More5 fun facts about the month of June
June marks the official start of summer in the northern hemisphere, and it’s the month when summer vacation begins for millions of schoolchildren. Those two things make the month of June especially popular in many households. However, June is about more than summer and the end of the school year. The following are five fun…
Read MoreCommunity & Religious Calendar
May 29-June 2 Forest Grove Methodist Protestant Church is having a Puzzling Pyramids Vacation Bible School from 6 to 8 p.m., May-June 2 for children ages three through sixth grade. Registration may be done Monday prior to VBS or online at www.forestgrovempchurch.com. June 4 Monticello United Methodist Church will hold its first youth meeting at…
Read MoreThe important role played by bees in lawns and gardens
A colorful garden in full bloom is an aesthetically appealing sight each spring and summer. The pleasant aromas emanating from such spaces only add to their appeal. Many variables contribute to a thriving garden, and perhaps none is more important than bees. North America is home to thousands of species of beers, but many of…
Read MoreBetty Rose Boyd
Betty Rose Boyd, 90, of Jayess, passed away May 23, 2023, at her residence. She was born April 15, 1933, in Monticello. A funeral service was held May 24 at Gospel Assembly Church, McComb. Burial followed in Divide Methodist Protestant Church Cemetery in Monticello. Pastor Keith Boyd officiated. Sharkey Funeral Home was in charge of…
Read MoreAmos Newman Jr.
Amos Newman Jr., 94, of Tylertown, died May 18, 2023, at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson. He was born Feb. 10, 1929, in Monticello to Amos and Golda Wooley Newman where he spent his earlier years in life. After graduating from Lawrence County High School in 1946, he enrolled in Alcorn A&M…
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