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02/02/2026

Michael "Mike" Ellington

A Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at Thomastown Baptist Church. Funeral services will follow at 12:00 p.m. at Thomastown Baptist Church with burial at Thomastown Baptist Church Cemetery. A complete obituary will follow at a later date.

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01/30/2026

James Paul Bordelon, Jr.

James Paul Bordelon, Jr., was born on October 19, 1959, and passed away peacefully on January 29, 2026, at the age of 66, surrounded by his family. He was reunited with the love of his life, Gloria, who he has missed dearly for the past three months.

James is survived by his mother, Cherry Garrison of Kosciusko; brothers, Randall Bordelon (Irene) of Virginia and Michael Bordelon of Tupelo; sister Jena Bethany of Kosciusko; son, Shannon Lewis (Jana) and their boys, Eli, Adam, and Aden, of Sallis; daughter, Sandi Burns and her sons, Hunter Burns (Tori) and John Burns; daughter, Amanda Bordelon-Turner and her children, Ashton Lindsey (Evan), Haley Turner, Presley Turner, and Mason Young; great-grandchildren, Swayzie Burns and Dustin Burns, and Blakely Smith, all of Tchula.

He is also survived by his brothers-in-law, Robby Robertson (Reba) and Hubert Robertson (Kay); his niece, Regan Carpenter (Chris) and their children, Colston and Swayze; his niece, Lauren Eaton (Luke) and their boys, Rob, Rhett and Vol, all of Sallis; and a host of other nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Gloria Robertson Bordelon; his daughter, Courtney Bordelon; his grandson, Will Lewis; and his father, James Bordelon, Sr.

James was a man that enjoyed the simple things in life. He was happy with $20 in his pocket, a “cold drank,” and a day spent at home in his chair. He had a gentle spirit and generous heart and was always willing to lend a hand. No matter his circumstances, whenever he was asked how he was, his reply was the same, “I’m just lovely. Thank you.” Through his kindness and the things he quietly loved, he left a lasting impression on all who knew him.

Serving as pall bearers are Chris Carpenter, Luke Eaton, Eli Lewis, Adam Lewis, Aden Lewis, and Rob Eaton. Serving as honorary pallbearers are Colston Carpenter, Rhett Eaton, and Vol Eaton.

There will be a graveside service on Sunday, February 1, at 2:00 at Harmonia Cemetery in Sallis.

Memorials may be made to LeBonheur Children's Hospital, who treated his daughter, or to the Harmonia Cemetery Fund.

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01/29/2026

Lisa Powell Moore

Lisa Powell Moore, 55, of Thomastown, Mississippi, passed away Wednesday, January 28, 2026, in a car accident. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Saturday, January 31, 2026, at Thomastown Baptist Church. A Celebration of Life will follow at 12:00 p.m., Saturday, January 31, 2026, at Thomastown Baptist Church with burial at Moore Family Cemetery. Rev. Waygon Sanders will officiate the services.

Lisa was born on June 11, 1970, to her parents, Donald Joseph Powell and Linda Cox Powell in Jackson, Mississippi. She enjoyed participating in the Jr. High and High School Rodeo. Lisa was crowned Miss Dixie National in 1986 and was named High School Rodeo Queen in 1987. She graduated from Tri-County Academy in 1988. She furthered her education and graduated from Mississippi State University in 1993. On March 6, 1993, Lisa married the love of her life, Scott Moore. Lisa was a marketing consultant for Boswell Media. She was an active member and a Sunday School teacher at Thomastown Baptist Church. Lisa was a proud grandmother to Harper Moore and Westin McDill.

Lisa is survived by her husband, Scott Moore of Thomastown, Mississippi; son, Justin (Haley) Moore of Carthage, Mississippi; daughter, Morgan (Hunter) McDill of Florence, Mississippi; grandchildren, Harper Moore and Westin McDill; mother, Linda Powell of Madison, Mississippi; brother, D.J. (Kristin) Powell of Madison, Mississippi; sister, Dottie Powell of Summerland Key, Florida; mother-in-law, Bit Moore of Thomastown, Mississippi; brother-in-law, Paul Moore; sister-in-law, Misty (Wade) Moore; nieces, Sadie Powell, Makenzie Moore, and Ally Moore; and nephews, Joseph Powell, Kevin Moore, Colby Moore, Isaac Moore, and Preston Moore.

She is preceded in death by her father, Donald Powell, and father-in-law, Anthony Moore.

Serving as pallbearers are Isaac Moore, Preston Moore, Justin Moore, D.J. Powell, Hunter McDill, Colby Moore, Kevin Moore, and Joseph Powell. Serving as honorary pallbearers are Webb Bozeman, Harvey Bozeman, D.R. Bozeman, Scott Kiger, Percy Quinn, and Stead Kiger.

Memorials may be sent to Thomastown Baptist Church Building Fund, 6480 Highway 43 South, Kosciusko, Mississippi 39090.

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01/27/2026

Bobby Howell

Robert “Bobby” Wesley Howell, Sr., 73, of Kosciusko, Mississippi, passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2026, at his residence.

Bobby was born on January 3, 1953, in Kosciusko, Mississippi, to Cecil Wesley Howell, Sr., and Alice Janette Frazier. He graduated from high school in Sardis, Mississippi, and was a member of Second Baptist Church. His career was primarily based on construction and asphalt work. He enjoyed working with cars, watching NASCAR and game shows, and spending time with his family.

Bobby is survived by his mother Alice Janette Frazier of Kosciusko; his siblings Cecil Howell, Jr. of Kosciusko, Janice Kuriger of Madison, Kathy (Richard) Maddox of Kosciusko, Anita Odom of Kosciusko, and Linda Battles of Burleson; his former wife Donna Howell of Elizabethton; his sons, Hayden (Leann) Self of Columbus, Robert (Leigh Ann) Howell Jr. of Canton, and Tyler Howell of Canton; his daughters Jennifer (Tank) Dugger of Elizabethton, Lisa (Roy) Lee of Kosciusko, and Haley Howell of Pelahatchie; grandchildren, Kyle, Melanie, Zac, Wes, Matthew, Madie, Shelby, Savannah, and Brookleigh.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Bittie Howell; his father, Cecil Howell, Sr.; his stepfather, Edward Frazier; his sisters Rita Ellington and Mary Sledge; his brothers, Ronnie Howell and Buddy Frazier; and his son, Gerald Self.

A visitation will be held from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, Thursday, January 29, 2026, at Jordan Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, January 29, 2026, at Jordan Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Parkway Cemetery.

Serving as pallbearers are Chad Odom, Christopher Odom, Zac Lee, Wes Lee, Gabriel Odom, and Noah Odom. Serving as an honorary pallbearer is Charles Applegate.

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01/21/2026

Effie Joy Graham

Mrs. Effie Joy Graham, 87, passed away at UMMC January 19, 2026, with her son Mark holding her hand.

Joy was born on January 9, 1939, in Memphis, Tennessee, to Pearl Lee and Eunice Sutton Qualls, she was the baby of the family.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 23, 2026, in the Jordan Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. prior to services at the funeral home. Rev. Glen Ellington will officiate.

Private burial will follow at Riverside Cemetery in Mammoth Springs, Arkansas.

She lived the majority of her adult life in Jacksonport, Arkansas, she recently moved to Kosciusko to be closer to her youngest grandson whom she adored dearly.

Joy loved working in her yard, planting flowers and watching them grow. She was so proud to take you on a stroll and tell you about each bloom. She loved spending time outdoors and enjoying the beauty of nature. Her garden consisted of many different colored plants and flowers, but pink was always her favorite. She worked hard her entire life, no matter the obstacles she may have faced.

She is survived by her sons, Mark Lindsey and wife Holly of Kosciusko, Rusty Lindsey and wife Lisa of Cord, AR and Bob Lindsey and wife Adillet of Newark, AR; grandchildren, Lane Lindsey, Jon Lindsey and wife Jerica, Heather Smith and husband Josh, Allison Lindsey and Sarah Lindsey; seven great grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Pearl and Eunice Qualls; brothers, Albert Ward, Fred Ward, Paul Ward, Ernest Ward, James Qualls; sister, Margie Cook.

Special Thanks to Susie Pierce and Peggy Shelley for their devoted care.

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01/19/2026

Ida Vivian Phillips

Ida Vivian Phillips, 83, of Hollandale, Mississippi, passed away on January 15, 2026, at her residence.Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Saturday, February 7, 2026, at Southside Baptist Church, 137 W. Reed Road, Greenville, Mississippi 38701. A memorial service will follow at 11:00 a.m. at Southside Baptist Church. Rev. Frank Terry and Rev. Jon Reed McClendon will officiate the services.

Vivian was born to her mother, Eunice Mack in Arkansas. She was a member of Edinburg Baptist Church in Edinburg community for 10+ years while living there, then later when she moved to Hollandale, where she attended Southside Baptist Church in Greenville, Mississippi.

Vivian is survived by her daughters, Vicky (Frankie) Terry of Greenville, Mississippi, Martha Joyce McGivney of Carthage, Mississippi, and Mary (Barry) Terry of Hollandale, Mississippi; daughter-in-law, Teresa Phillips; grandchildren, Tracy (Chad) Farrell, Judy (Michael) Muirhead, Kevin (Whitney) Terry, BJ (April) Terry, Crystal (Gordon) Blakley, Leonard Beard, Jodie Jolly, Wiley Beard; Great-grandchildren, Kaitlin, Kalie, Christian, John, Wyatt, Peyton, Joe, Calub, Hunter, Frankie, Gavin, Joleigh, Chase, Cate, Geneva, Dillion, Ariana, Brittany, Justin, and Michael; and great-great-grandchildren, Carter, Sadie Jo, and Matthew; and her best friend, Judy Finley.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Eunice Mack, husbands, Louis Phillips, Sr. and Cecil Hillman, son, Louis Phillips, Jr., granddaughter, Amanda Lynn Booth, grandson, Kenneth Louis Beard, brothers, George Rawls, Charlie Cole, and Johnny Mack, sisters, Frances Gooden, Betty O’Neil, and Carolyn Sanchez.

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01/16/2026

William "Billy" Garvis Wilson, Jr.

William “Billy” Garvis Wilson, Jr., 72, of Kosciusko, Mississippi, passed away Thursday, January 15, 2026, at University of Mississippi Medical Center Hospital in Jackson, Mississippi. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 17, 2026, at Jordan Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 17, 2026, at Jordan Funeral Home Chapel with burial at New Salem Cemetery. Rev. Donald Self will officiate the services.

Billy was born on September 17, 1953, to William Garvis Wilson, Sr. and Peggy Ann Evans Wilson in Attala County. He was self employed as a business entrepreneur. Billy found joy in restoring and admiring old cars, listening to music that marked different moments of his life, and spending time in the kitchen cooking for others. He took pride in working with his hands, always eager to take on a new project or improve something around him. Whether focusing on a detailed task or operating his Bobcat on a new endeavor, he approached each project with dedication and a quiet sense of satisfaction.

Billy is survived by his daughters, Genny (Scott) Chamblee of Kosciusko and Kelly (Mike) Yates of Kosciusko; grandchildren, Mia Munoz, Matthew Chamblee, and Katherine Kennedy; great-granddaughter, Sunny Young; brother, Jessie Joe (Tracey) Wilson of the Carmack community; and sister, Sharon (Jr.) James of the Carmack community.

Billy was preceded in death by his parents, William Wilson, Sr., and Peggy Evans Wilson, his wife, Billie Jean Wilson, and his son, Josh Wilson.

Serving as pallbearers are James Greene, Paul Bingham, Joe Wilson, Matthew Chamblee, Jonathan Steed, and Jason Armstrong. Serving as honorary pallbearers are Scott Chamblee, Mike Yates, and Junior James.

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01/12/2026

James O Burt, Jr.

James Owen Burt, Jr., 81, of Baton Rouge, LA, passed away Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at Baton Rouge General Hospital, after battling a long illness. Visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Sunday, January 18, 2026, at Jordan Funeral Home in Kosciusko, Mississippi. Graveside service will follow at 2:00 p.m. at North Union Cemetery in Attala County, Mississippi. Mr. Jamey Jordan will officiate the services.

James was born on February 16, 1944, to Jim Owen Burt and Allyne Mayfield Burt in Kosciusko, MS. He graduated in 1962 from Istrouma High School in Baton Rouge and then went on to earn a degree in Geology from Louisiana State University. He served in the US Army Reserve. James was a member of Lanier Baptist Church in Baton Rouge.

James is survived by his wife of 54 years, Betty Seab Burt of Baton Rouge, Louisiana; son, William (Cara) Burt of Clearwater, Florida; daughter, Laurie (Jamey) Jordan of Olive Branch, Mississippi; and Grandchildren, Tyler Jordan, Tucker Jordan, Ethan Jordan, and Emory Burt.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jim Owen Burt and Allyne Mayfield Burt.

James retired from the Louisiana Department of Natural Resources and State Highway Department. He enjoyed several hobbies, including Ham (Amateur) radio operations, repairing classic Cars, and spending time near his hometown in Attala County.

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01/12/2026

Sheryl Sims

Sheryl Kay Sims, 81, of Kosciusko, Mississippi, passed away Saturday, January 10, 2026. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at Jordan Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 12:00 p.m. at Jordan Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Doty Springs Cemetery. Randy Rhodes will officiate the services.

Sheryl was born on October 17, 1944, to Bruce Eades and Ruby Carter Eades in Mississippi. She retired as a legal secretary and was a member of New Hope Baptist Church. Sheryl loved her dog, Precious.

Sheryl is survived by her son, Chris (Carrie) Sims; grandchildren, Jonathan, David, Elizabeth, and Steven; and great-granddaughter Caroline and one on the way.

She was preceded in death by parents, Bruce Eades and Ruby Carter Eades and her husband, David Sims.

Serving as pallbearers are Stacy Sims, Barry Spears, Doug Hancock, and Daniel Norwood.

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01/09/2026

Kate Townsend

On April 5, 1929, Frances Kathryn McCune (Nannie) came into the world. On January 8, 2026, she went home to be with the Lord.

At 96 years old, she experienced major world milestones, from the Great Depression to the election of our country's 45th president. After that, her memories were lost to ever-worsening dementia. She is the last remaining member of the Kosciusko High School Class of '47. She saw many changes throughout her life but one thing that never changed was her faith. She was a faithful Presbyterian to the end. She loved the Lord and trusted Him, even though her life was never easy. She lived her faith. We rejoice in knowing that, because of her influence in our lives, we will see her again.

Her second great love was her family. She married Ralph Townsend on December 4, 1949 in Ethel, MS. She always put herself last so that we had opportunities she never did. She didn't tell you often that she loved you. You just KNEW. Her patience was endless.

As a little girl, she would sit in her little rocker until her daddy came home at night. She loved riding her bike and roller skating. She hated housework so she told her sister that she'd make her clothes for her doll if she'd do her chores. Once, after Nannie learned to drive, her car horn got stuck as she was driving around the Square. Everyone thought the Armistice had been signed.

She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Annie Velma McCune; her sister Elizabeth Locke (Ed); her husband of almost 60 years, Ralph Townsend, and her great-granddaughter Ava Eliot Thornton.

She is survived by her children Lane Townsend (Janice); her daughter Ann Breedlove; her grandchildren Julie Thornton (her ex grandson-in-law Mark Thornton); James Breedlove, Amanda Kittrell (Mack); Mary Ann Riley (Wes); Kenneth Townsend (Ann Phelps); Dan Townsend (Michelle). She is also survived by her great-grandchildren Annelise Thornton, Bryan (Katlin) Kittrell, Jason (Kayla) Kittrell, Hunter Kittrell, Katie Kittrell, William Phelps-Townsend, Abigail Phelps-Townsend, Annabel Phelps-Townsend, Joy Townsend, and Jack Townsend. She also has two great-great grandchildren, Audrey and James Easton.

We would like to extend a special thank you to everyone at Carthage Senior Care. Thank you for loving our Nannie.

We ask you to honor this extraordinary lady by doing some of the things she loved--being with her family, taking a road trip, or finding a good bargain.

We know she is with Jesus and all the people she loved who have gone before her. I don't think you get hungry in heaven, but if you do, she's going to make sure you eat.

The family will receive friends for visitation from 5:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 10, 2026 at Jordan Funeral Home. There will be graveside services at 11:00 a.m. in Monday, January 12, 2026 at the Kosciusko City Cemetery. There will be a memorial service at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, January 12, 2026 at the First Presbyterian Church of Kosciusko, MS.

Those serving as pallbearers are Bryan Kittrell, Jason Kittrell, Hunter Kittrell, Dan Townsend, Eddie Thomas, and Mack Kittrell. Those serving as honorary pallbearers are Butch McMillan, Wirl Hayes, Hugh Potts, Allen Massey, and Billy Lacey.

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01/08/2026

Johnny Willis Jordan

Mr. Johnny Willis Jordan, 73, of Marydell community in Leake County, Mississippi, passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at his residence. Visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Jordan Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, January 10, 2026, at Jordan Funeral Home Chapel with burial at Nile Cemetery. Charles Warren will officiate the services.

Johnny was born on August 22, 1952, to Robert Dewitt Jordan and Dixie Willis Jordan in Leake County, Mississippi. He was married to the love of his life, Sherry Dale Jordan, for 52 years. Johnny retired from Maintenance District Manager at Pearl River Water Supply District and was a Master Builder and Carpenter Contractor, also. He had a passion for the outdoors, whereas he loved to go hunting and fishing every chance he got. Johnny loved studying the Bible and being a member of the church of Christ at Nile, where he enjoyed singing with pure joy. He loved his family, being with them, and making those special memories with each one.

Johnny is survived by his loving and precious wife, Sherry Dale Jordan of Marydell Community; daughters, Jessica Crenshaw of Marydell Community, Melissa (Josh) Algood of Alabama; grandchildren, Jalen Algood, Lacie Algood (Bruce) Touchstone, Jordan (Viktoria) Rushing, John Crenshaw, Hannah Crenshaw, Dixie Crenshaw, Josie Crenshaw, and Jaxon Algood; and great-grandchildren, Evelyn Touchstone, and Summer Belle Rushing.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Dewitt Jordan and Dixie Willis Jordan.

Serving as pallbearers are Dennis Brock, Larry Newsom, Gerald Jordan, Robert Jordan, Bill Hettick, and Jan Vidonne. Serving as honorary pallbearers are Larry Black, Larry Hall, and Gerald Jordan.

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01/05/2026

Ruthie Stewart

Eleanor Ruth Steen Stewart, 86, of Kosciusko, Mississippi, passed away Sunday, January 4, 2026, at her residence with her family by her side. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at Parkway Cemetery. Rev. Jamie Moore will officiate the service.

Ruth was born on May 30, 1939, to Elmer Steen and Josie Evon Sanders Steen in Kosciusko, Mississippi. She married the love of her life, Dudley Stewart, whereas they shared 67 beautiful years together. She devoted her life to caring for her family. She was a member of Williamsville Baptist Church.

Ruth is survived by her loving husband, Dudley Stewart of Kosciusko, Mississippi; sister, Margie Moore of Kosciusko, Mississippi; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer Steen and Josie Evon Sanders Steen, brothers Denton Steen, Randolph Steen, and Charles Steen, sisters, Bonnie Cameron, Mozelle Calloway, and Jane Howard, and 2 brothers that passed away as infants.

Affectionately known as “Aunt Ruthie” to dozens of nieces and nephews (and most everyone that knew her), she loved her family and friends unconditionally. She always greeted you with a hug and a kiss, usually leaving a large lipstick print on your cheek. She loved swinging in her porch swing, especially when family was swimming in the pool. Because she made everyone feel like the favorite, she will be greatly missed.

Memorials may be made to American Cancer Society www.cancer.org.

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