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04/24/2026

Linda Ferriss Fratesi, of Greenville, MS, died Wednesday, April 22, 2026 in Gulfport, MS at the age of 70 with her family by her side. There will be a memorial service held at Trinity Global Methodist Church (formerly Trinity United Methodist Church) in Greenville on Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until service time. Arrangements are under the direction of Boone Funeral Home, Greenville.

She was born in Leland, MS, and was preceded in death by her parents, Joe Ferriss and Rebecca Ferriss.

She is survived by her children, Lane Zinger (Gareth) of Gulfport, Mississippi; Kelly Ruth (Casey) of Mandeville, Louisiana; and Jamee Zepponi (Brett) of Greenville, Mississippi; her brother, Joel Ferriss (Camille) of Brandon, Mississippi; her former husband and lifelong friend, James Fratesi of Biloxi, MS; her niece, Mary Sanders Cavicchi (Damien); her nephews, Chandler Ferriss (Emilie) and Nathan Ferriss; and her grandchildren, Olivia Zinger, Avery Zinger, Evie Zinger, Elliot Zepponi, Peyton Zepponi, and Charlie Ruth.

Linda was a dedicated educator who spent her career shaping young minds as an Algebra teacher at Washington School and Riverside High School. She later continued her passion for teaching at the college level at MDCC at Moorhead and GHEC. She also opened her home to tutor students of all ages, where she spent countless hours helping them gain confidence and succeed in math. She was known for her patience, her love of learning, and the lasting impact she made on her students.

She was a graduate of Delta State University and a dedicated member of Kappa Delta Sorority, where she met the friends who remained dear to her throughout her life.

Linda was a devoted mother and grandmother who cherished time with her family. She will be remembered for her commitment to education, her steady presence, and the love she gave so freely to those around her.

The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude for the many prayers, kind words, and expressions of love and support during this difficult time. Her memory will be cherished by all who knew and loved her.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that a donation be made to the Pulmonary Hypertension Association.

04/21/2026

Frances Watford Woods, 80, of Richland, Mississippi and formally of Greenville, Mississippi, passed away on April 19, 2026 at home. Graveside services will be held Thursday, April 23, 2026 at Hollandale City Cemetery, Hollandale, Mississippi at 11:00 AM. Arrangements are under the direction of Boone Funeral Home, Greenville, Mississippi.

Frances was born on February 17, 1946, in Hollandale, Mississippi, to the late Lloyd Watford, Sr. and Lillian Howard Watford. She was the wife of the late Bobby Keith Woods for 48 years.

She graduated high school from Greenville High School in 1964. She was a telephone operator, medical file clerk, and medical secretary during her working years. She loved to cross stitch and do word puzzles. Her time was spent raising 2 children and looking after her 2 grandsons. She was raised Baptist and went to Delta City Baptist Church and Swiftwater Baptist Church in Greenville, where she was a member for many years.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Lloyd and Lillian Watford of Hollandale, Mississippi; her husband, Keith Woods of Delta City and Greenville, Mississippi; brother Wallace Watford of Belzoni, Mississippi; brother Cecil Watford of Eunice, Louisiana; brother Robert Watford of Hollandale, Mississippi; sister Mary “Dale” Carroll of Byram, Mississippi, and her beloved son, Kenneth Woods of Greenville, Mississippi and Magee, Mississippi.

She is survived by her daughter, Michelle Woods Sanders of Greenville and Richland, Mississippi; her grandson, Garrett Sanders of Richland, Mississippi, grandson, Gavyn Sanders of Richland, Mississippi, and brother, Lloyd Watford, Jr. (Janette) of Huntsville, Alabama. She also leaves behind her beloved adopted cat, Daisy.

04/15/2026

Kaye Corder Buchanan, 81, of Greenville, Mississippi, passed away on April 14, 2026, with her loving husband at her side in the comfort of her home. Visitation will be held Friday, April 17, 2026, at First Baptist Church in Greenville at 1:00 PM, followed by the funeral service at 2:00 PM. A graveside service will immediately follow at Indianola City Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Boone Funeral Home, Greenville.

Kaye was born on July 3, 1944, in Indianola, Mississippi, to the late James and Arwin Corder. She was the devoted wife of Curtis Allen Buchanan, Sr. for over 61 years.

Kaye graduated from Mississippi College for Women with a degree in Elementary Education, where she was a member of the Reveler Social Club. She later earned her master’s degree in Elementary Education from Delta State University.

For 29 years, Kaye was a beloved first-grade teacher at Washington School. Parents eagerly sought placement in her classroom, and her students never forgot her. She lovingly referred to them as “her babies,” and even as adults, they returned to visit, reconnect, and embrace the teacher who meant so much to them. In recognition of her dedication, she received a 25-year service award and lifetime certification from the Mississippi Association of Independent Schools.

Kaye’s faith in her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, was central to her life and evident to all who knew her. She was a faithful member of First Baptist Church in Greenville, where she served on numerous committees, taught Vacation Bible School, Sunday School, and attended Community Bible Study, and was an active member of the Women’s Missionary Union. For over 40 years, she served as an outreach leader and was a constant source of encouragement alongside her husband in their Sunday School class.

She was also an active member of the Greenville Junior Women’s Club and Delta Kappa Gamma for many years.

Kaye will always be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Arwin Corder.

She is survived by her husband, Curtis Allen Buchanan, Sr.; her son, Curtis Allen Buchanan, Jr. (Mary); her daughter, Kelli Buchanan Branton (Will); her brother, Jim Corder III; her sister, Camille Towery (Marion); her grandchildren, William Branton (Elizabeth), Carson Branton (Mia), Mollie Buchanan, and Tripp Buchanan; and her great-granddaughter, Eloise Branton.

The Buchanan family extends heartfelt thanks to her caregivers at Delta Health System Home Health and Delta Health System Hospice, as well as Dorothy Carter and Tracy Moncrief, for their compassionate care.

Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church Greenville, P.O. Box 1163, Greenville, MS 38702, or to Washington School, 1605 E. Reed Road, Greenville, MS 38703.

04/09/2026

Funeral services for James Clyde "Bud" Blaine, 89, of Mathiston, MS, and formerly of Greenville, MS, will be at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Trinity United Methodist Church. There will be a visitation from 1:00 p.m. until the service time. Bud will be buried in the Greenville Cemetery, next to his wife, Susan. Arrangements are under the direction of Boone Funeral Home, Greenville.

While holding his daughter’s hand, Bud met his Jesus on April 8, 2026, at Brooklyn Hall Personal Care Home in Mathiston, MS.

Bud was born in Weir, MS, on July 31, 1936, to Meek and Agnes (Boggan) Blaine. He graduated from Weir High School in 1954. In May 1964, he married Linda Jeanette Thompson of Ackerman. Together, they had three children, Michelle, John, and Sarah.

In 1983, Bud married Susan Scott of Greenville, MS. They were married for over 30 years when she passed away in 2014.

Bud worked for Hovas Construction Company in Greenville, MS, until he retired. After retirement, he drove cars for local dealerships in Greenville. He called this his Wally World (WalMart) money.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Susan Blaine; parents, Meek and Agnes Blaine; firstborn daughter, Michelle Hargett (2023); only son, John Blaine (1984); and brother Charles Blaine.

He is survived by his youngest daughter, Sarah Busby (Dewayne) of Ackerman; granddaughters, Katie Eaves (Dylan) of Preston, MS; Mary Beth Woodward (Ben Parker, fiancé) of Fairhope, AL; Emma Woodward, of Jackson, MS; step grandchildren, Macey and Bryce Busby of Ocean Springs, MS; one brother, Wade Blaine (Judy) of Ackerman; one sister, Dorothy Faye (John) Robin, of Oklahoma; a host of nieces and nephews, as well as two great grandsons, Lawson and Lake Eaves.

We can’t thank Brooklyn Hall Personal Care Home enough for what they did for my daddy. Special thanks to Gentiva Hospice for going above and beyond. Also, many thanks to Neal and Sherry Haley, Sherry and her late husband, Richard Bigelow for being the most amazing neighbors to my daddy while he lived in Greenville.

04/08/2026

Charles Barry “Bubba” Cummings, a cherished son, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at the age of 54, at Delta Health – The Medical Center in Greenville, MS. Surrounded by his loving family, he left this world free of pain and has now found his new home in peace.

Born on October 21, 1971, in Greenville, MS, Bubba was the beloved son of Charles Oliver Cummings, Jr., and Deborah Mabus Cummings. He grew up in Greenville, a lifelong resident, and a friend to many. His spirit was kind, his smile infectious, and his love for family everything.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his grandparents, Charles Oliver Cummings, Sr., Louise Beard, Billy Neal Mabus, and Jean Kirksey Mabus.

Bubba is lovingly remembered by his sisters, Karen Cummings McKay (Steven) of Greenville, MS, Jennifer Cummings Mallette (Justin) of Lake Village, AR, along with his brother, Craig Colby Cummings of Greenville, MS. He will be dearly missed by his siblings, along with his niece, Alden McKay Sims (Tommy) of Leland, MS, and two nephews, Jacob Tyler Mallette and Logan Reed Mallette of Lake Village, AR, and a large extended family of aunts, uncles, and cousins.

A memorial graveside service will take place at Leland-Stoneville Cemetery at 11:00 a.m., on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the charity of your choice. Arrangements are under the direction of Boone Funeral Home, Greenville.

Rest in peace, dear brother. You are forever in our hearts and finally home.

04/07/2026

Funeral Mass for Mary Margaret Mansour, age 69, of Monroe, LA, and formerly of Greenville, MS, will be at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Greenville. There will be a visitation at the church from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m., followed by a rosary at 10:45 a.m. Burial will be in the Greenville Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Boone Funeral Home, Greenville. She passed away on March 31, 2026, in Monroe, Louisiana.

She was born on October 14, 1956, in Greenville, Mississippi, to Philip and Louise Mansour, the fifth of eleven children. Margaret graduated from St. Joseph High School in 1974 and attended LSU and the University of Mississippi. She practiced physical therapy until her retirement.

She is survived by her seven brothers, Ned Jabour of Monroe, Louisiana, Sam (Linda) Mansour of Tupelo, Mississippi, Phil (Beth) Mansour of Greenville, Mississippi, Joe (Grace) Mansour of Austin, Texas, Jimmy (Sarah) Mansour of Austin, Texas, and Johnny (Kim) Mansour of Austin, Texas, Mark (Sharon) Mansour of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida; three sisters, Phyllis Mansour Crews of Atlanta, Georgia, Teresa Mansour of Greenville, Mississippi, and Samera (Chris) Eckl of Atlanta, Georgia; 24 nieces and nephews, two aunts, Mabel Elias and Marcy Elias of Monroe, Louisiana and dozens of cousins.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Philip and Louise Mansour, her nephews, Matthew Crews and Bond Elias Mansour, and her sister-in-law, Denise Jabour.

Flowers may be sent to Boone Funeral Home, 905 Main Street, Greenville, MS 38701.

04/05/2026

Graveside services for David Rogers Blalock will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, April 6, 2026 at Hollandale Cemetery. David went to his Lord and Savior on Saturday, April 4, 2026 at Washington Care Center in Greenville. Services are under the direction of Boone Funeral Home, Leland.

David was born January 11, 1965 in Columbus, GA to William Rogers Blalock Jr. and Joy Ruth Blalock. He was raised in Houston, TX, and worked construction most of his adult life which led to a lifelong enjoyment of wood carving crosses with which he blessed others. David enjoyed outdoors and fishing. He was kind and loving. As a recovering alcoholic with over 30 years of sobriety, he was always willing to help those on their recovery journey.

David is survived by his son Gabe Blalock, sisters Lisa Sandifer and Theresa Williams; eight nieces and nephews and fourteen great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents William and Joy.

The family appreciates the care provided by Washington Care Center Nursing Home and Dr. Hayek and his office staff.

04/01/2026

Memorial services for Donald Ray Purvis, 84, of Greenville will be at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at South Main Church of Christ in Greenville. Ray passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Levi Purvis and Ruth Crowder Purvis; a son, Brian Purvis and brothers, Curtis, Charles and Roy.

He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Jane Purvis; two sons, Don (Laura) Purvis and Kirk (Casey) Purvis; seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

03/31/2026

Memorial services for Roy Lester Gullett, 73, of Greenville, will be at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, April 3, 2026, at Boone Funeral Home, Leland. There will be a visitation from 4:00 p.m. until service time at the funeral home. He died on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at his home surrounded by family. Arrangements are under the direction of Boone Funeral Home, Leland.

Roy's personality and character were well known and loved by many. His passions included working and fishing. He spent many years working for the Mississippi Marines and Greenville Ship Builders. Roy loved the tow boat industry.

He will be truly missed by his family and friends.

03/30/2026

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.

03/30/2026

Gwendolyn “Gwen” Crick Austin, 65, passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2026.

Gwen was born on May 11, 1960, and was preceded in death by her parents, Lloyd Binford Crick and Helen Ruth Crick; her brother, Richard Lane Crick; and her beloved husband, Robert John Austin.

She is survived by her children, Dr. Robert Myles Austin and his wife Ann, and Melyssa Austin Hitchcock and her husband Thomas “Trey” Hitchcock III. She was a proud grandmother to Banyan Kole Hardesty, Thomas Peyton Hitchcock, and Nathaniel Austin Hitchcock, whom she loved dearly.

Gwen is also survived by her brother, Trent Crick and his wife Dana; her sisters, Renee Smith and her husband Mark, and Stephanie Baxter and her husband Bo; along with extended family and friends.

She had a deep love for animals and cared greatly for her family, especially her grandsons, who meant a great deal to her.

A visitation will be held at Boone Funeral Home in Leland, Mississippi, on Thursday, April 2, at 3:00 PM, followed by a funeral service. She will be laid to rest at Greenville Cemetery beside her husband, Robert.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to a local animal shelter in her honor.

03/30/2026

Graveside services for Juanita Langley Grassi, 86, of Greenville will be at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church Cemetery, Lake Village, AR. She died on Sunday, March 29, 2026, at Delta Health-The Medical Center. Arrangements are under the direction of Boone Funeral Home, Greenville.

Mrs. Grassi was born on February 18, 1940, to George Washington Langley and Allie Langley.

In 1977, she and her husband, Gene, purchased the Cow Pen Restaurant in Lake Village. Working together and being able to serve and meet many people was the joy of their lives. They retired in 2007 and moved to Greenville.

She was preceded in death by her husband, sister, Nadine Thomas and brothers, Eugene, Robert and Leon Langley.

She is survived by daughter, Cindy Bennett (Steve) of Greenville; two sons, Ed Grassi of Lake Village and Greg Grassi (Catia) of Greenville; brother, George "Bud" Langley of Tennesse; four grandchildren, Mary Frances Herndon (Mark) of Fortworth, TX, Christina Marie Bennett of Greenville, Eddie Grassi of Mobile, AL and Katelyn Grassi Wilson (Ross) of Soddy-Daisey, TN; and four great-grandchildren, Noah Allen Wilson, Blake Edward Wilson, Marley Marie Wilson, Remi Herndon and many nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be made to Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church and Cemetery.

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