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04/05/2026

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Janice Sanders
88 of Columbia

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 pm on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at Hathorn Funeral Home in Columbia for Janice Sanders, 88, of Columbia, who passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2026. Interment will be at Woodlawn Cemetery in Columbia. Bro. A. D. Gammill will officiate the services.

The Sanders family will receive guests on Monday, April 6, 2026, from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm at Hathorn Funeral Home in Columbia.

She was preceded in death by her Husband, Charles Rex Sanders; Daughter, Kathy Rexanne Sanders Ilgen; Parents, Aubrey and Kathryn Speer.

She is survived by her Husband, Jesse Torres of Columbia, MS; Daughters, Robin Parker of Arlington, TX, Carole Carroll (Gary) of Kenner, LA; Son-in-law, Stephen Ilgen of Kingwood, TX; Sister, Judy McGuyer Bridwell (Charles) of Terrell, TX; six Grandchildren; Hannah Ilgen (Steven), Emma Ilgen (Spencer), Olivia Parker (Jeff), Stephen Parker (Allie), Dylan Parker (Danielle), Daniell Parker; two Great Grandchildren, Rexli Buck and Holt Buck; and many Nieces and Nephews.

Mrs. Janice will be carried to her final resting place by those honored to serve as Pallbearers; Steven Parker, Steve Ilgen, Clay McGuyer, Keith Westmoreland, Eric Westmoreland, Steven Buck.

Honorary Pallbearers will be Craig Westmoreland, Mark Westmoreland, and Kai McGuyer.

Hathorn Funeral Home in Columbia is in charge of the arrangements. Family and friends may sign an online guestbook at www.hathornfuneralhome.com.

03/31/2026

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Edna Carolyn Breakfield
83, Columbia

Edna Carolyn Breakfield, 83, of Columbia, MS passed away peacefully on March 29,2026. She was the daughter of Thomas Valgene and Edna Loraine McKee and grew up in the United Methodist Church. Shortly after graduation, she married her high school sweetheart, Jerry, for whom she was married for 58 years.
Early in their marriage, they joined First Baptist Church and started a family. They enjoyed many activities together, such as the bowling league, supper club with their closest friends, riding and showing Tennessee walking horses, attending MS State football games, and traveling around the country.

Carolyn was a homemaker and enjoyed cooking and sewing for her family. She loved flowers and was a member of the Golden Acres Garden Club, the decoration committee at First Baptist, and was a member of the Marion County Red Hat Society. She was also an avid reader.

One of her favorite joys was spending time with family, and relaxing on her country front porch, sharing coffee with her husband, as they watched wildlife wander by. She also cherished her Yorkshire terrier, Muffin.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and her husband, Jerry E. Breakfield.

She is survived by 3 children: Cindy Lick (Chuck) of Oakland, TN, Glenda Petroff (Richard) of Covington, LA, and Eddie Breakfield (Kim) of Decatur, AL. 8 grandchildren: Amanda Faucheux (Chris), Rachel Smith (Sam), Ryan Petroff, Drew Lick (Katin), Erin Allen (Zachary), Morgan Breakfield (Dagan), Mary Claire Skipper (Nathan), Alexis White, and 8 great grandchildren: Madison Faucheux, Emma Faucheux, Everly Allen, Hayes Allen, Cooper Breakfield, Kate Breakfield, Mary Ryan Skipper, and John Thomas Skipper. 2 sisters: Martha Smith (Dale) of Belle Chasse, LA, and Peggy Windham (Shelby) of Mobile, AL, along with many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at Hathorn Funeral Home in Columbia at 10am with the service at 12 noon. Dr. Dean Register will officiate the services. Interment will be at Woodlawn Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Ryan Petroff, Drew Lick, Morgan Breakfield, Chris Faucheux, and Nathan Skipper.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Methodist Children's Home in Jackson, MS or the American Cancer Society.

Hathorn Funeral Home in Columbia is in charge of the arrangements. Family and friends may sign an online guestbook at www.hathornfuneralhome.com.

03/28/2026

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03/26/2026

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Major Howell Patterson
83, Columbia

Funeral services will be held at 12:00 pm on Monday, March 30, 2026, at Improve Baptist Church in Columbia for Major Howell Patterson, 83 of Columbia, who passed away Monday, March 23, 2026. Interment will be at Improve Baptist Church Cemetery in Columbia. Rev. Darel Daniels will officiate the services.

The Patterson family will receive guests on Monday morning from 9:00 am up until the hour of service at 12:00 pm at Improve Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by his Parents; Shepherd Thomas Patterson & Bertha Mae Broom Patterson; and his two Brothers, Wenzell Patterson, Tommy Patterson.

He is survived by his Wife, Barbara Lasater Patterson, of Covington, Louisiana; his two Sons, John Patterson (Nicole), of Sumrall; Justin Patterson (Tara), of Columbia; his Daughter, Jolie Patterson, of Ocean Springs; nine Grandchildren, John Austin Patterson, Jr., Reagan Brooke Patterson, Seth Thomas Patterson, Bryce Logan Patterson, Kaleigh Grace Patterson, Nicholace Howell Patterson, Havanna Andrea Gallego, Lina Gallego, Vivianna Gallego; and five Great Grandchildren, Korbin James Eddy, Konner Paul Eddy, Ivan Atlas Patterson, Viktor Virgil Patterson, Nova Corcoran;

Mr. Patterson will be carried to his final resting place by those honored to serve as Pallbearers; John Austin Patterson, Jr., Seth Thomas Patterson, Nicholace Howell Patterson, Clay Broom, Sam Broom, and Clint McMurry. Honorary Pallbearers will be Will Byrd, Leo Jackson, Hershel Anderson, and Rev. Valton Douglas.

Hathorn Funeral Home in Columbia is in charge of the arrangements. Family and friends may sign an online guestbook at www.hathornfuneralhome.com.

03/23/2026

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03/22/2026

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03/20/2026

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Joyce Broom Prine
88, Columbia

Joyce Broom Prine, born December 18, 1937, passed peacefully at her home in Columbia Mississippi on March 20, 2026, at the age of 88. She was born one of 10 siblings in Bassfield, MS. Joyce was the daughter of the late Ottis and Edna Broom.

Joyce’s life was a testament to the love and care she devoted to her family for many years when able. Joyce was the beloved wife of 53 memory filled years to the late Lewis O’Neal Prine. She was a mother to two sons, Gary and Greg Prine.

Joyce was also preceded in death by several of her siblings; her brother Darrell Broome, Reese Broom, Davy Broom, sisters; Nita Broome Sims, Delois (Lois) Broome Haddox, a sister-in-law, Duthel Broome, a brother-in-law, Johnnie Peltier, and her beloved grandson, Christopher Prine.

Joyce enjoyed the beauty of the outdoors, often spending hours in her flower beds or mowing grass. She enjoyed sewing. She had dedicated work ethics throughout her life’s journey - a very hard worker in all things! Her role as a homemaker was one she embraced with passion. Joyce poured her heart into every meal she lovingly prepared and was always searching out new recipes to try. Cooking was one of her great pleasures, and she was good at it! BUT what brought her the greatest Joy was talking about her Lord and Savior Jesus. She was a dedicated member of Faithway Missionary Baptist Church, where she accepted Jesus in her heart and was born again. Joyce was a charter member of Victory Tabernacle Baptist Church for many years and a faithful member of West Black Creek Baptist Church in her latter years.

Joyce was diagnosed with adenocarcinoma of the colon in 2022. That combined with many other illnesses complicated her health. She made the decision to be taken care of at her home. Her health continued to decline rapidly throughout 2025. The family focused on keeping her comfortable in a familiar environment, surrounded by loved ones and friends. Joyce spent her final hours expressing her sincere love and wishes to each person she requested visitation with and assured them that she would see them again!

She is grieved by her two sons Gary (Sharon) Prine, Greg (Kim) Prine, and Darlous Dement. She is also mourned by her grandchildren; Joshua Prine, Shawn Herrington, Amanda Prine Skidmore (Alex), Brandon Prine, as well as her great-grandchildren: Emily, Maegan, Layla, Jaylynn, Marley, Micah, Hunter and Kayleigh. Joyce is also survived and grieved by her siblings; Kenneth (Debbie) Broome, Kermit Broome, Brenda Broome (Don) Gipson, Dorothy (Dot) Broom Peltier, and sisters-in-law, Jimmie Sue Broom, Linda Broom, and Melanie Broome, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, and extended family members, and friends… all of whom she loved dearly.

Relatives and Friends are invited to attend her visitation on Sunday, March 22, 2026, from 5 pm - until at West Black Creek Baptist Church located at 149 West Black Creek Road Sumrall MS. Family will gather privately at 4:30.

Ms. Prines’ funeral service will begin in the Sanctuary of West Black Creek Baptist Church on Monday, March 23, 2026, at 10:00 AM with visitation beginning at 9:00 AM. Rev. Everette Broome and Rev. Joe Lott will officiate.

Her graveside burial service will follow immediately at Woodlawn Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Alex Skidmore, Brandon Prine, Don Gibson, Edwin Haddox, DeWayne Ervin and Michael Broome.

The Prine family would also like to express their deepest gratitude to all of her caregivers; Mrs. Mavis McGill, Angela Jones, Essie Slocum, Terry Powell, Marcie Ham, and Caylin Spears.

May her testimony touch the lives of all she encountered as she strived to spread His Truth “message and gospel”.

03/19/2026

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03/18/2026

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Billie Cooper
88, Columbia

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, March 19, 2026 at Old Bunker Hill Cemetery in Columbia for Billie Rogers Cooper, 88, of Columbia, who passed away on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. Interment will be at Old Bunker Hill Cemetery in Columbia. Bro. Tommy Stogner will officiate the services.

Billie lived a life defined by unwavering devotion and a deep-seated dedication to everyone she held dear. For over 40 years, she poured her heart into the classroom, sharing the gift of literacy with countless young children and leaving an indelible mark on her community as an educator. Her faith was her cornerstone, found both in the pews of North Columbia Baptist Church and in the quiet beauty of the world she loved to explore. Whether she was traveling to new places, meticulously working on arts and crafts, or finding peace in a morning of bird watching, Billie embraced life with a gentle curiosity. Above all, her family and friends were her greatest treasure; she was the glue that held her loved ones together, finding her truest joy in the simple act of spending time with those she loved. Her legacy of patience, faith, and love will continue to bloom in the hearts of her students and family alike.

She was preceded in death by her Parents, Pete and Pollye Rogers; Sister, Dorothy Hasson; Grandson, Ryan Cooper.

She is survived by her Husband, Billy Joe Cooper; Son, Billy Paul Cooper (Brenda); Daughter, Peggy Williams; Grandchildren, Courtney Holland (Chad), Kelsey Branch (Cole); Dana Yawn, Kory Yawn; twelve Great Grandchildren.

Mrs. Billie will be carried to her final resting place by those honored to serve as Pallbearers; Chad Holland, Cole Branch, Levi Cooper and Riley Bond. Honorary Pallbearers will be Weston Cooper, Cooper Holland, Beau Branch, and Baker Branch.

Hathorn Funeral Home in Columbia is in charge of the arrangements. Family and friends may sign an online guestbook at www.hathornfuneralhome.com.

03/16/2026

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Luther Sones
72, Columbia

A private memorial service will be held at a later date for Luther G. Sones, 72 of Columbia, who passed away Sunday, March 15, 2026.

He was preceded in death by his Parents; Charles Sones & Mattie Lee Wells; 2 Brothers, Bobby Smith, Gary Smith; 4 Sisters, Louise Sones, Mary Faye Smith, Francis Smith, Judy Smith; Stepdaughter, Carrie Sistrunk.

He is survived by His Wife, Nettie Smith Sones, of Columbia; 2 Sons, Gene Sones (Shawna), of Kokomo, Doug Sones, of Columbia; Daughter, Melissa Sutton (Jeremy), of Robertsdale, Alabama; Stepson, Jason Sistrunk (Casey), of Lamar County; 10 Grandchildren, 3 Great Grandchildren.

Hathorn Funeral Home in Columbia is in charge of the arrangements. Family and friends may sign an online guestbook at www.hathornfuneralhome.com.

03/10/2026

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Mildred Ruth Foxworth Harrell
86, Foxworth

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Hathorn Funeral Home in Columbia for Mildred Ruth Foxworth Harrell, 86 of Foxworth, who went home to be with her Savior on March 9, 2026 while surrounded by her loving family at her daughter’s home in Franklinton, Louisiana. Interment will be at Pearl River Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery in Sandy Hook. Rev. Duane Ball, Rev. Andy Kennedy, and Rev. David Robbins will officiate the services.

The Harrell family will receive guests on Saturday morning from 9:00 am up until the hour of service at 11:00 am at Hathorn Funeral Home.

Mildred was born and raised in Marion County Mississippi. She lived most of her life in Sandy Hook, Mississippi. She met the love of her life, Thomas Lang Harrell in 1957, and married him on August 28, 1958. She and Thomas then had a son and a daughter and raised them in Sandy Hook, Mississippi. Mildred accepted Jesus as her Savior as a young adult and was a longtime active member at Pearl River Missionary Baptist Church in Sandy Hook, Mississippi for many years. She taught the ladies Sunday School class and sang in the choir at Pearl River Missionary Baptist Church for many years. Mildred worked for some time at Rutter Rex in Columbia, Mississippi. She was then a substitute teacher at West Marion School for some time. For her last few years of life she moved in with her daughter and son-in-law. She also became and active member of Lawrence Creek Missionary Baptist Church. Mildred was known for her amazing cooking skills and cooked many meals for her friends and family throughout her lifetime. She was also known for her honesty, love, and kindness shown toward everyone that she encountered in her life. Mildred had one last message she wanted for her family and friends to know. She said, “Tell them I love each and every one of you, and if you have not trusted Jesus as your Savior, please do so.”

Mildred was preceded in death by her Husband, Thomas Harrell; her Parents: Samuel & Elizabeth Foxworth; ten Siblings, an infant sister, Lolette Foxworth, Clifford Foxworth (Dell), Victoria Foxworth Kennedy, Charles Foxworth (Darlene), Gladys Foxworth Brown (Ray), Frank Foxworth (Bobbie), Jobie Foxworth (Hazel), Thomas Foxworth (Vergie), Larkin Foxworth (Virginia), Muriel Foxworth; one Daughter-in-law, Mary Harrell; one Son-in-law, Marcus Stewart; her Father-in-law & Mother-in-law, Walter & Maudie Harrell; Three Brothers-in-law, Robert Harrell (Marie), Walter Harrell (Roberta), Cleve Harrell (Virginia); three Sisters-in-law, Mary Smith (Jack), Betty Foxworth, Janette Foxworth; very special Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, and other family and friends.

She is survived by her Son, Michael Harrell, of Seminary; her Daughter, Margaret Stewart Nobles (Wayne), of Franklinton, Louisiana; six Grandchildren, Beth Delk, Phillip Stewart (Tricia Annwood), Regina Johnson (Joshua), Vincent Stewart (Heather), Andy Nobles (Ashley), Amber Adams (Pete); twelve Great Grandchildren, Hope, Dawn, Dylan, Janie, Grace, Graham, Waylon, Addilyn, Avory, Seth, Jensen, Presley; two Great Great Grandchildren, Re*****on, Rae’Vynn; and one Great Great Grandaughter that is expected in May; one Brother, Emmet Foxworth; two Brothers-in-law, Charles Kennedy, Willie Harrell; one Sister-in-law, Sandi Pritchard; special friend, Arlene Magee, who has sat with her many times and took great care of her; very special friend and caregiver, Kaitlyn Stewart, who took excellent care of her during her short illness; and many more family and friends.

Mrs. Harrell will be carried to her final resting place by those honored to serve as Pallbearers; Andy Nobles, Phillip Stewart, Vincent Stewart, Joshua Johnson, Joshua Stewart, and Jeffrey Foxworth. Honorary Pallbearers will be Dylan Delk, Seth Adams, Jensen Adams, Graham Stewart, Waylon Johnson, Re*****on Runnels, and Mike Barber.

Hathorn Funeral Home in Columbia is in charge of the arrangements. Friends and family may sign an online guest register book at hathornfuneralhome.com.

03/01/2026

J.D. “Richard” Sanders funeral service

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