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02/18/2026

Funeral services for Lara Louise Mason Johnson, 79, of Greenville, will be at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, February 20, 2026, at Boone Funeral Home, Greenville. There will be a visitation from 2:00 p.m. until the service time. She passed away on Monday, February 16, 2026, in Southaven. Burial will be in the Greenville Cemetery under the direction of Boone Funeral Home, Greenville.

Lara was born on July 11, 1946, in Bridgeport, WV, to C. Joseph Mason and Lona Allender Mason. They moved to Greenville in 1948, where her father joined the Greenville Fire Department.

She attended Greenville Public Schools, graduating from Greenville High School in 1964. She graduated from Mississippi State College for Women in 1968, majoring in Speech and Hearing. In 1982, she received a Masters degree in Special Education from Delta State University. She taught Special Education and the Hearing Impaired class in Greenville Public Schools before retiring. She was President of the Greenville Professional Education and a board member of the Mississippi Professional Education. She worked part-time at the Well Christian Bookstore for several years.

Lara was a longtime member of the Second Baptist/Cornerstone Baptist choir and a Sunday School teacher. She was also a member of the Ladies' Ensemble. She was a frequent soloist.

Lara helped establish the Lupus support group in Greenville and became President of the Mississippi Lupus Foundation. She edited a fundraiser cookbook, "Cooking in the Loop".

She was preceded in death by her parents and stepparents, Lona and E.D. "Turk" Williams, and Joe and Ann Mason.

She is survived by her husband, Art, and son, Carl Joseph "Jody" (Jessica) Johnson, and two grandsons, Jacob of Memphis and Jared of Mooreville, SC; her sister, Dana Williams Hinton (Ron) of Mobile, and brother, Charles Joseph Mason of Greenville. She leaves two nephews and several great-nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a church of your choice or to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

02/17/2026

Graveside services for Kenneth Ray Cranston, age 83, will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, February 20, 2026, at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens. He died on Saturday, February 14, 2026.

02/16/2026

Funeral services for Nancy (Ngan Shun) Mar, 78, of Alabaster, AL, and formerly of Greenville, MS, will be at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at Boone Funeral Home, Greenville, MS. There will be a visitation from noon until the service time on Sunday. She passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2026, in Alabaster, AL. Burial will be in the Greenville Chinese Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Boone Funeral Home, Greenville.

She was born on October 8, 1947, in Chong Lou Da Cai Xi village in China. Nancy married William (Wai Fong) Mar in 1967 and moved to Greenville, MS, where they owned Better Food Market until their retirement.

Nancy was a member of First Baptist Church Chinese Mission, was a homemaker, loved to cook, garden, and entertain friends. She enjoyed spending time with her family. She was also active in the Chinese Community in Greenville.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Loon Fu Lau and Gwon Tai Ng; husband, William Mar; two sisters, Yin Yan Zhang and Yin Xing Liu; and son-in-law, Tony Sanders.

Nancy is survived by her daughter, Linda Sanders; two sons, William Mar, Jr. and Jody Mar (Debbie); four grandchildren, Breanna Sanders, Willow Mar, Vance Gaiser and Pippa Gaiser; two brothers, Jin Tian Lui and Jing Toan Lui, both of Flushing, NY, and numerous nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews.

02/16/2026

Funeral Services for John Carroll Sandefur, Sr., 94, of Greenville will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, February 20, 2026, at First Presbyterian Church. There will be a visitation from 10:00 a.m. until the service time. Burial will be in the Odd Fellows Cemetery, Greenwood, MS. He passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2026. Arrangements are under the direction of Boone Funeral Home, Greenville.

John C. Sandefur was born in Mt. Sterling, KY on July 18, 1931. He was the son of Guy Carroll Sandefur and Agnes McAlpine Stofer and spent his childhood in Kentucky and Tennessee, where his father worked for the Army Corps of Engineers. After living in the Panama Canal Zone for a year, his family returned to the US to live in Vicksburg, MS where he graduated high school in 1949.

John attended Millsaps College, where he was active in scholastic and leadership fraternities, Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity, served as the business manager for the school newspaper and was a member of the Millsaps Band and Millsaps Players. His greatest achievement at Millsaps was meeting the love of his life, Mary Louise Flowers of Greenwood. He attended one year of medical school at the Medical College of Virginia, then transferred to the University of Tennessee Medical School in Memphis, where Mary Lou joined him and taught school.

After completion of his internship, John entered the Army and served at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, and then transferred to Friedberg, Germany where he served with a tank unit of the 3rd Armored (Spearhead) Division. After 18 months, he transferred to Fort Lewis, WA where he completed a 4 year general surgery residency. The family then moved to Okinawa, Japan for three years. They spent one year in Fort Lewis, KY, where he served as Chief of Surgery at Ireland Army Hospital.

John resigned his commission as a Lt. Colonel, and moved to Greenville, MS, where he practiced general surgery until he retired at age 68. During his practice, he served as chief of surgery at both King’s Daughters Hospital and Delta Regional Medical Center. He also served as the team physician for Washington School for 13 years.

While in the Army, he and Mary Lou traveled and visited Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong, and many destinations in Western Europe. They were happily married for 68 years.

John was a life-long Presbyterian and a long-standing member of the First Presbyterian Church of Greenville, where he served as a deacon, an elder, and head of the Session. After retiring from his practice, he gave his time as a surgeon at the Good Samaritan free clinic. He was a polling officer in Greenville, and was a founding member and officer of Refuge Land Company. John was crowned King of the Junior Auxiliary Ball in 2013 in honor of his service to Greenville and Washington County.

He is survived by his sister Agnes Levin, children John Sandefur (Caron), Mark Sandefur (Lisa) and Missie Sandefur Hendry (Scott) along with 7 grandchildren: Mark Sandefur, Rick Sandefur, Chris Sandefur, John Allen Sandefur, Allie Hendry, Mollie Hendry, and Cara Sandefur.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Greenville or the charity of your choice.

02/16/2026

Paul Anderson Abraham was born on January 15, 1950, to Miller and Kella “Kitty” Anderson Abraham. Paul grew up in Leland, MS. His dad, Miller Abraham, owned WESY radio station, and his three sons were there all the time, so he was instrumental in their fascination with music. This was the beginning that helped shape the course of his life. What began as a deep love of rock ’n’ roll evolved into a decades-long career behind the scenes of the music business. Paul became widely known for his work in concert promotion, tour management, and artist relations.

Paul, a music industry veteran, storyteller, and native son of the Mississippi Delta, passed away on February 5, 2026, at the age of 76. Over the years, he worked with and alongside a wide range of nationally known artists, including Lynyrd Skynyrd and Billy Ray Cyrus. He earned a reputation for understanding not only the logistics of touring, but also the human side of the business. His career placed him at the center of countless live performances, road stories, and pivotal moments in modern music history—experiences he later captured with candor, humor, and insight.

In later years, Paul chronicled his life and career in his memoir, “The Gospel According to Abraham”, sharing firsthand accounts of the realities of the music industry, the personalities that shaped it, and the lessons learned along the way. His writing reflected the same qualities that defined him personally: honesty, wit, humility, and an unfiltered love for music and the people who made it.

Paul was a member of the Methodist Church in Leland, MS. Paul was a musician himself. He played in his Leland High School marching band, formed a rock band with friends, and loved playing guitar and singing throughout his life. He also played basketball in high school and served as president of his graduating class of 1968.

Paul will be deeply missed by the many who loved him, both in his personal life and throughout the professional world he helped shape.

Paul was predeceased by his parents and his brother Carl Abraham. He is survived by his longtime companion Gloria Virden of Cleveland, MS, his best friend and his traveling companion Buddy, his brother John (Mattie) of Hendersonville, NC, his granddaughter Samantha Gilbert, Parsons, TN, his niece Tiffany Abraham of Mendenhall, MS, nephews Alec Abraham of Florence, MS, and Will Abraham of Brandon, MS, his great nieces and nephews and many cousins.

A celebration of Paul's life will be held March 14, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. at the Wildlife Museum in Leland, MS.

02/12/2026

Funeral services for Helen Virginia Smith Henson, 87, of Greenville, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, February 16, 2026, at Covenant Presbyterian Church. There will be a visitation from 1:00 p.m. until the service time. She died on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at her home. Arrangements are under the direction of Boone Funeral Home, Greenville.

Mrs. Henson was born on August 10, 1938, in Isola, MS, to Walton and Annie Nadine Roberts Smith, the oldest of 6 children. She graduated from Belzoni High School and attended Mississippi Delta Community College.

On June 21, 1959, she married Bobby Roy Henson, and they made their home in Greenville, where she was employed by the Washington County Tax Collector’s Office. She was an agent for Trailways Bus Line and also owned and operated Henson Printing and Rubber Stamp Company for many years.

Mrs. Henson was a volunteer for the American Red Cross for several years; was a lifetime member of Calvary Baptist Church, and was a member of Covenant Presbyterian Church. She was a very dedicated and devoted Christian, loving God and her family with all her heart.

She was preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Buddy Smith and Marty Smith. She is survived by her husband of 66 years, Bobby Henson; three sons, Randy Henson (Missy), Rob Henson (Kim), and Scott Henson (Kelly); two sisters, Beatrice Price and Diane Herren; a brother, Gene Smith; seven grandchildren, Collin, Duncan, Mary Randal Stevens, Jon, Audrey, Skyler, and Leanna; and one great-grandchild, Kacey.

The family would like to thank the care given by Adoration Hospice and Home Health and her sitter, Kathy Lee Morris.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to Gideons International, P.O. Box 140800, Nashville, TN 37214-0800.

02/12/2026

Graveside services for Margie Kent Cooper, 91, of Glen Allen, MS, will be at 2:00 p.m. at County Line Cemetery. She passed away on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at Sharkey-Issaquena Nursing Home. Arrangements are under the direction of Boone Funeral Home, Greenville, MS.

Mrs. Cooper was born on January 26, 1935, in Delta City, MS, to Stannie Austin Kent and Jimmie Lou Morgan Kent.

She enjoyed quilting, gardening, and was a collector of many things, such as tea pots and blue, white chinoiserie ginger jars, bowls & vases.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert J. Cooper, in 1998, her three brothers, James Austin “Bub” Kent, Charles Lamar “Rusty” Kent, Ray “Dusty” Kent, and her sister, Loraine “Shine” Tucker.

She is survived by two sons, Robert “Chuck” Cooper (Becki) and Ricky Cooper (Tina); four grandchildren, Ricky Cooper, Jr. (Anne), Robert Cooper, Ryan Cooper, and Chance Cooper; three great-grandchildren, her special daughter-in-law and caregiver of many years, Louise Cooper, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Margie will be remembered for her love for her family, her passion for growing flowers, knowing the names of them all, and watching old westerns with her four-legged friends.

The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to Lake Washington Baptist Church.

+ Blessed are those who mourn. For they shall be comforted. Matthew 5:4

02/12/2026

Ann Spradlin passed away peacefully on February 10, 2026, at the age of 100. Graveside services will be held at Hollandale Cemetery at 10:00 Friday, February 13, 2026. Arrangements are under the direction of Boone Funeral Home, Greenville.

Ann was born in Hollandale, Mississippi, on February 8, 1926. She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Jimmie Stevens, and her husband, John Spradlin. Also preceding her in death are her brothers, Earl Stevens and Charles Stevens, and her sister, Claudia Stevens.

Ann is survived by her three children, Pat (Jim) Horton, Linda (Keith) Manuel, and Steve (Debbie) Spradlin. She is also survived by 3 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.

02/05/2026

Oscar Floyd Wooten, 97, a retired cattle rancher, died on February 4 ,2026, at his residence in Greenville, MS, and has gone home to be with his savior, Jesus Christ. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at Stronghope Baptist Church Cemetery in Stronghope, MS. Arrangements are under the direction of Boone Funeral Home, Greenville, MS.

Mr. Wooten, fondly referred to as “Sunny”, was born in Gary, Indiana, in 1928. Soon after, his family moved to Stronghope, MS. Sunny attended grade school in Stronghope and graduated from high school at Wesson High School. In 1948, he attended Ellisville Occupational School and completed watchman repair school in 1949. He then moved to Jackson, where he began his career working initially at Herman’s Jewler’s and Carter’s Jewelry before starting his own business. He worked for United Insurance Company of America, selling insurance, and slowly entered the cattle business. Sunny owned and operated his cattle ranch for many years in Raymond, MS, until the age of 93. In 1998, Sunny received the Mississippi Cattleman of the Year Award from the Mississippi Cattleman Association. He was a Mason, where he served as a Lifetime Member in good standing and was honored to be a Master Mason of Pearl Lodge 23. Sunny was an avid hunter and fisherman who loved spending time with family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Montra Wooten, and a daughter, Danna Harris, both of Raymond, MS.; his mother, Evelyn Thatcher Wooten, and his father, William Houston Wooten of Stronghope, MS. He is survived by son, Greg Wooten of Jacksonville, Florida and two sisters, Monzelle Wooten and Sharon Brent both of Greenville, MS.

In lieu of flowers, donations to Stronghope Baptist Church Cemetery Fund can be mailed to Stronghope Baptist Church c/o Sherry Head, Cemetery Fund, 1144 King Road, Wesson, MS. 39191.

02/02/2026

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Barbara Davis Goodwin, 83, of Johns Creek, Georgia, and formerly of Indianola, MS, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 26, 2026, in Johns Creek, Georgia, with her children by her side. She will be laid to rest next to her husband and parents in a graveside service at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the Indianola City Cemetery under the direction of Boone Funeral Home, Indianola.

Barbara was born on February 11, 1942, in Indianola, Mississippi, to James Cleland Davis and Marie Allday Davis. She grew up in Indianola, where she was an accomplished student and leader. A graduate of Indianola High School, Class of 1960, Barbara served as editor of the annual, vice president of her senior class, band majorette, and was honored as Miss Indianola High School.

She continued her education at Mississippi College, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree, and later received a Master of Arts degree from the University of Alabama. Barbara devoted much of her professional life to education, teaching elementary school at Greensboro Elementary School, Pickens Academy, and in the Hale County School System. In addition to classroom teaching, she shared her love of music as a piano teacher and served faithfully as organist at First Baptist Church of Demopolis.

Barbara was married to the love of her life, Dr. James Denton (Denny) Goodwin, with whom she shared many years of ministry and service. Together, they supported church communities throughout Alabama before moving to the Atlanta area in 2007 to be closer to family.

A woman of deep faith and quiet strength, Barbara lived a life marked by faithful service to God and others. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Roswell, where she taught and was active in the Fellowship Class, served four years as an officer of the Foundation Board, co-led Women on Mission for nine years, and was ordained as a deacon. Her faith shaped every part of her life—as a wife, mother, grandmother, teacher, church leader, musician, and friend.

In recent years, Barbara faced Alzheimer’s disease with dignity and grace. Her family was grateful to support her in remaining in her home and living as independently as possible, a gift made possible in large part through the devoted care of Maria Zamora, who lovingly served as Barbara’s live-in caregiver during her final year. The family also extends heartfelt thanks to Bill Parsons, a close and faithful friend, who helped Barbara remain engaged with her church community and social activities. She passed quietly and peacefully, now restored in mind and body and reunited in Christ with her husband, her parents, and loved ones who went before her.

Barbara is survived by her daughter, Amy Goodwin Gamble (Jonathan) of Johns Creek, Georgia, and her son, Jonathan Allen Goodwin (Lori) of Woodstock, Georgia. She leaves behind four beloved grandchildren: Helen Marie Goodwin, Abigail Rose Goodwin, Bryant Cleland Gamble, and Coleman Handley Gamble. She is also survived by her brother, James Davis (Martha) of Dunwoody, Georgia; her brother-in-law, Harold Goodwin (Emy) of Pascagoula, Mississippi; nieces Lauren Davis Tugman (Jonathan) of Atlanta, Georgia, and Jennifer Goodwin Nelson (David) of Pascagoula, Mississippi; nephews Austin Davis (Lindsay) of Atlanta, Georgia, and Darren Goodwin of Pascagoula, Mississippi; great-nieces Evelyn Davis of Atlanta and Piper Goodwin of Pascagoula; and great-nephew Charles Tugman of Atlanta.

Barbara’s legacy is one of faithfulness—to God, to her family, and to the many people she served through her teaching, music, and church leadership. Her life reflected the words of 2 Timothy 4:7: “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.”

To honor her life and the life of her husband, the family has established a scholarship fund to benefit a graduating senior of the First Baptist Church of Demopolis. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the scholarship fund in her name in care of the First Baptist Church of Demopolis, PO Box 1009, Demopolis, AL 36732.

01/30/2026

Ollin Edward Cook Sr., aged 92, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2025, at his daughter Pam Rushing’s home in Quinton, Oklahoma. Born on January 17, 1933, in Catchings, Mississippi, he was the son of Ollin Otis Cook and Ethel Polston Cook. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Patsy Mercer Cook; sisters Nadine Lavaugn (Bonnie) Lynch and Rita Faye Sherman; and mother-in-law Maudie Bell Farris Mercer.

Ed is survived by his sister Myrna Lois Kraft; his children: Ollin E. Cook Jr. (Bubba), Pamela Anne Rushing (Pam), and Robert Allen Cook; as well as grandchildren Tyler Cook, Sarah Riehl, Chelsey Archer, and Chancey Rushing; and great-grandchildren Aymeri Dye, Sawyer Archer, Sammy Archer, Alice Sorrell, Adeline Sorrell, and Brooks Riehl.

He was a member of First Baptist Church of Quinton, Oklahoma. Ed graduated from Greenville High School, Mississippi, in 1952 and worked in Greenville for most of his life. After high school, he served his country in the Navy aboard the USS New Jersey (BB52).

On September 21, 1956, Ed married Patsy Mercer in Indianola, MS. The couple lived briefly in Greenwood before settling back in Greenville, sharing sixty years of marriage together. Ed dedicated forty years to Mississippi Power & Light (MP&L)-Entergy, beginning in 1953 until his retirement in 1998. He cherished the friendships formed with his colleagues and stayed in touch with many throughout his life.

Known for his welcoming smile, good humor, and outgoing nature, Ed made friends wherever he went. He was especially remembered for his sharp memory, storytelling ability, and the way he brought joy to family, friends, and new acquaintances alike.

A Celebration of Life with Navy funeral honors will take place at 10:30 am on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at Boone Funeral Home in Greenville. A reception will follow at the Downtown Grille located at 525 Washington Ave., Greenville, MS, starting at noon. Family and friends are invited to join to share some food and memories.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hebron Church, 138 Coleho Road, Hollandale, MS 38748.

01/30/2026

Clinton Franklin Mixon, Sr., of Greenville, MS, passed away on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, in Greenville. He was born on October 24, 1940, in Little Texas, MS. He was the youngest child of Elija Byrd and Ella Ramage Mixon. As Clinton entered junior high school, he went to live with Neute and Lavelle Burchfield during the school year, allowing him to continue his education and graduate from Tunica High School in 1958. After graduation, he proudly served in the Army National Guard of Mississippi. In the Fall of 1962, his unit was deployed to Ole Miss to protect James Merideth as he entered the University. He was honorably discharged in August of 1964. He was employed by Tri-State Concrete Products of Clarksdale, MS, as Manager and Salesman. In 1962, he was transferred by that company to Greenville, MS. On September 1, 1962, he married the love of his life, Norma Stella Mixon. For a period of time, he was employed by Hovas Construction. In 1990, he formed his own company, Mixon Concrete Construction, Inc. In 1995, he was joined by his son, Clinton Mixon, Jr. He retired in 2002. After retirement, he spent much time at The Cabin in Water Valley, MS, where he enjoyed his shop and nature. He was well known for his knowledge of concrete construction, ability to solve mechanical problems, and his ability to fix anything. He later taught himself wood working, building basic furniture, and making MS shaped cutting boards decorated with Ole Miss and MSU memorabilia. He enjoyed giving these to family, friends, and medical professionals who cared for him.

Clinton and Norma made their home in Greenville, MS, until his death. In their 63 years of marriage, they were proud parents to 3 children and 2 foster children. He was very proud of his children, and especially his many grand and great-grandchildren. He loved to teach them all about hunting and share his knowledge of military history, mechanics, and life lessons. He also loved to tell stories of old times.

He is preceded in death by his parents, foster parents, and all of his siblings. He is also predeceased by his two foster children, Ricky Roberson (Kayla) and Beverly Ferrell Kelly (Maurice). He is survived by his wife, Norma, his children Tricia (Tommy) Harrington of Greenville, MS, Clint (Patsy) Mixon, Jr of Greenville, MS, and Stephanie (Mike) Kent of Oxford, MS, 11 grandchildren, Lauren (Kelly) Hudson, Angela (Deitric) Giles, Michaela (Tyler) Morgan, Robert (Dana) Lyles, Jordon (Carrie) Harrington, Brett Harrington, Jade (Qwadre) Clayton, Kelsi Mixon, Winn (Amanda) Kent, Conor Kent, and Reid Kent, 17 great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces and nephews.

Services will be held at Boone Funeral Home in Greenville, MS, on Monday, February 2, 2026. Visitation will be from 1:00-2:00 pm, with the funeral service immediately following. Burial will be in the Greenville Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Clinton's grandsons, Robert Lyles, Jordon Harrington, Brett Harrington, Winn Kent, Conor Kent, and Reid Kent.

The family would like to thank Delta Health System Home Health and Hospice for their care and support. We extend a special Thank You to Annie Brown for the love and care she provided our Pop.

In honor of Clinton's love for children, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

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