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Trusted Funeral and Cremation service provider for Jones and surrounding counties located in Laurel, MS. "We are a Family Serving Families."

Here at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home we know what it means to be a part of a family....people bound by all kinds of ties in all kinds of situations. At Colonial Chapel Funeral Home we quietly provide support, guidance, compassion and total commitment at a time when inner strength and peace are challenged. Michael Walker
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11/06/2025

Larry Watson Kitchens, 74, of Laurel, MS, passed away peacefully at his residence on Thursday, November 6, 2025. Born on December 1, 1950, in Laurel, Mississippi, Larry spent his life in the community he loved.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 44 years, Sarah Clark Kitchens, and his loving son, Eric Kitchens, along with his daughter-in-law Kimberly. Larry was a cherished brother to Timmy Kitchens and Ronnie Kitchens, who is married to Teresa. He was a proud grandfather to Genesis Bell, married to J.J., Providence Kitchens, Caleb Kitchens, and Trinity Kitchens, and a great-grandfather to Caspian Bell and Westley Bell.

Larry was preceded in death by his parents, Watson and Dorothy Knight Kitchens, his brothers Roger and Tommy Kitchens, and his sister Shirley Tidwell.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 9, 2025 from 1:30PM until 3:00PM at Bethlehem Baptist Church in 838 Reid Road, Laurel, MS. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, November 9, 2025 at 3:00PM at Bethlehem Baptist Church in Laurel, MS. Burial will follow in Sharon Cemetery in Laurel, Mississippi. Dr. Cary Kimbrell and Bro. Richard Clark will officiate. Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Laurel is in charge of arrangements. 601-649-3342.

Family and friends will serve as pallbearers, honoring Larry's memory and legacy. An online guestbook is available for condolences at www.colonialchapellaurel.com.

In lieu of flowers gifts may be made to Bethlehem Baptist Church.

11/03/2025

Justin Rudolph "Rudy" Black, 78, of Laurel, MS, passed away on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at South Central Regional Medical Center in Laurel, MS. Born on March 14, 1947, in Laurel, Mississippi, Rudy lived a life full of love and dedication to his family.

Rudy was retired from United States Navy where he proudly served 25 years and achieved the rank of Navy Chief.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Judy Buckelew Black, and his daughters, Karen Hubbard and Brenda Baswell and her husband Richard Baswell. his brother, Jerry Black and wife Carolyn, and his sister, Margie Ann Watkins and husband Vernel. Rudy was a proud grandfather to Jessica Brewer, Ethan Brewer, Kaitlyn Dukes, Madison Lakins, Ricky Baswell, and Anna Helman. He also leaves behind his step-son, Eric Voock.

Rudy was preceded in death by his daughter, Tracy Black, his father, Harold Rudolph Black, and his mother, Madeline Royals Black.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, from 10:00AM until 11:00AM at Salem Heights Baptist Church, located at 5850 Hwy 84W, Laurel, Mississippi. Funeral services will follow at 11:00AM at the same location, with Bro. Brent Benson and Richard Baswell officiating. Burial will take place at Fairfield Baptist Church Cemetery in Moselle, MS. Arrangements are being handled by Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Laurel.

Rudy will be dearly missed by all who knew him. His legacy of love and kindness will continue to live on in the hearts of his family and friends.

10/31/2025

Charles J. Temple, 87, of Laurel, MS, passed away on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at Pine View Health and Rehab in Waynesboro, MS. Born on February 9, 1938, in Tula, Louisiana, Charles lived a full life surrounded by family and friends.

Charles served his country in the United States Navy. He retired after many years as a car salesman in Jones County and in his free time enjoyed spending time with his family and playing Golf.

He is survived by his sons, Jonas Temple and wife Kristin, Jason Temple, and Phillip Temple and wife Sabra. He was a proud grandfather to Charlie Temple, Lena Temple, Nora Temple, Alyssa Betz and husband Jordan, Lydia Temple, and Hayden Temple, and a great-grandfather to Aoife Betz, and a special cousin, Gerry Bauer.

Charles was preceded in death by his parents, Austin and Ruby White Temple, his brother Harold Lloyd “Pete” Temple, J.W. “Doc” Temple and his sisters Shirley McNair, Donna Miller, Lucille Bauer, Mona Faye Myrick and Geneva White.

Visitation will be held on Monday, November 3, 2025, from 2:00 PM until 3:00 PM at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Laurel, located at 4593 Indian Springs Rd, Laurel, MS. Funeral services will follow at 3:00 PM at the same location, with Bro. Jason Moye officiating. Burial will take place at Sharon Cemetery in Laurel, Mississippi. Arrangements are under the care of Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Laurel.

Charles will be dearly missed by all who knew him. His legacy lives on through his family and the memories they shared.

10/22/2025

Richard (Rick) Grady Warren, age 83, died quietly on October 13, 2025, at his longtime home in the Calhoun Community of Laurel, Mississippi. Born in Laurel on July 18, 1942, to Vada Genell and Harold Grady Warren, Rick was a lifetime resident of Jones County.

A member of the US Air Force from 1961-1965, Rick served stateside before being called for a one-year tour of duty in Vietnam after which he returned home to his family and study. He was always immensely grateful for the G.I. Bill, which enabled him to earn both undergraduate and master’s degrees from the University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg. His last position before an early retirement was as a buyer with the Masonite Corporation in Laurel.

He is preceded in death by his dear mother, Vada Genell Smith Pearson and his stepfather, Haskell Lofton Pearson of Laurel, MS; his birth father, Harold Grady Warren of Texas; his nephew, Michael L. Warren of Snellville, GA, and most recently his wife of 50 years, Mildred Thornton Warren of Laurel, MS, who died in 2023.

He is survived by his first wife Freddye Kay Warren of Laurel, MS, whom he credited with tremendous support during his college years, and their three children, Marsha Warren of Somerville, MA; Rhonda Warren Reeves (Graham) of Ellisville, MS; and Richard (Eddie) Warren (Margie) of Laurel, MS; his “best bud” and brother Michael Warren (Kathy) of Snellville, GA; his three grandsons, Christopher Warren (Amy) of Laurel, MS, Alex Reeves (Swayze) of Madison, MS, Chad Warren (Ashley) of Dunbar, WY, and eight grandchildren, two nephews, one niece and her children.

Rick will be sorely missed but cherished daily in memories of the many wonderful years he shared with all of us—including, we imagine, by Bo, his favorite and most loyal companion in the two years since his wife’s death. Bo grew up and grew old alongside Rick for the last thirteen and a half years. He was a support dog before we knew what “support dogs” were.

Rick loved his wife deeply and until the very end was the proud, supportive cheerleader for his three adult children as they made their way in the world.

He was one of a kind and we all carry with us the very best of who he was. Graveside services were held privately, as Rick had lived his life, on October 16, 2025, at First Baptist Calhoun Church Cemetery in Laurel, Mississippi.

Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Laurel managed the arrangements.

10/20/2025

Janice McLaurin, 79, of Mobile, AL, passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Providence Hospital in Mobile, AL. Born on December 5, 1945, in Dothan, Alabama, Janice lived a life full of love and family.

Janice was the most precious and giving person there ever was. To know her is to love her. She cherished her family so much. She will be missed by so many. We will cherish all memories with her.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Shelton McLauin, her daughters Wanda Mills and April Rickett, her father Joe Mills, her mother Rosa Lee Mistledine Mills, and her brother Denny Mills.

Janice is survived by her son, Michael Howell and his wife Vicki; her brothers Jerry Mills and his wife Patsy, Bobby Mills and his wife Helen; her sisters Mary Jordan and Joann Dumning; her grandchildren Michael Howell and his wife Katie, Cassidy Cain and her husband Cowen, Christopher Howell and his wife Katelyn, and Brittany Hogancamp; her great-grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on Friday, October 24, 2025, from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Laurel, located at 4593 Indian Springs Rd, Laurel, MS. Funeral services will follow at 2:00 PM at the same location, with Bro. Joe Watts officiating. Burial will take place at Sharon Cemetery in Laurel, Mississippi. Arrangements are being handled by Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Laurel, and an online guestbook is available at www.colonialchapellaurel.com.

Pallbearers will be her cherished grandchildren.

10/20/2025

Annie Ruth Bustin, 75, of Laurel, MS, passed away peacefully at her residence on Friday, October 17, 2025. Born on November 11, 1949, in Laurel, Mississippi, Annie spent her life surrounded by family and friends in her beloved hometown.

She is survived by her devoted husband of 58 years, Michael Bustin, her brother George E. Walters and his wife Carolyn, her sister Juanita Sumrall, and her cherished grandchildren, Sydney Moore and Michael Moore. Annie also leaves behind a host of nieces and nephews, as well as her close friend, Danielle Moore.

Annie was preceded in death by her parents, George Walters and Ruby Edwards Walters, and her sisters, Joyce Parker and Rebecca Cook.

Family and friends are invited to attend the visitation on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM at Oakland Grove Baptist Church in Laurel, Mississippi. Funeral services will follow at 2:00 PM at the same location, with Bro. Kris Parker officiating. Annie will be laid to rest in Oakland Grove Baptist Church Cemetery in Sandersville, Mississippi.

Pallbearers will include Doug Dickerson, George Ewing, Tommy Ewing, Timmy Ewing, George Nathan Walters, and Tally Walters. Arrangements are being handled by Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Laurel.

10/13/2025

Clarence William Goodson, II, 70, of Laurel, MS, passed away on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at his residence. Born on December 11, 1954, in Jones County, Mississippi.

He was preceded in death by his father, Billy Dean Goodson, and his mother, Billie Jean Parker Goodson. Clarence is survived by his brother, Steven Edward Goodson, and his sister, Victoria Craft, along with her husband Carl, all residing in Laurel, MS, step-son Frank Braden.

Funeral arrangements are being handled by Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Laurel. Friends and family are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.colonialchapellaurel.com.

09/29/2025

Helen Loftin, 87, of Laurel, MS, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at her residence. Born on May 9, 1938, in Laurel, Mississippi, Helen lived a full and cherished life surrounded by her loving family and friends.

Mrs. Helen Loftin retired from Jones County School System as a Bus Driver and Cafeteria Worker after 26 ½ years. She was a member of Lebanon Baptist Church where she enjoyed playing the piano and organ for many years. She enjoyed reading her BIBLE, The Laurel Leader Call, and watching WDAM News 7. She enjoyed being with her faithful and loving family.

She is survived by her son, Randall 'Randy' Loftin of Laurel, MS; daughters, Sherrie Parnell and her husband Jimmy of Shubuta, MS, and Deborah 'Debbie' Brady and her husband Bruce of Laurel, MS. Helen also leaves behind her sister, Florence Musgrove and her husband Paul, as well as her beloved grandchildren, Jennifer Parnell, Kristen Loftin, Christopher Loftin and his wife Meagan, and Joshua Loftin. Her great-grandchild, Hazel Loftin, along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends, will fondly remember her.

Helen was preceded in death by her husband, L.S. Loftin; her parents, J.P. Clark and Eunice Jones Clark; her brother, Leon Clark Sr. and his wife Merlene; her sisters, Cordia Stringer and her husband Myron, Trudie Mae Parker and her husband Harold, and Lorese Daughdrill and her husband Clayton; and her granddaughter, Stephanie Ann Parnell.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, from 9:30 AM until 11:00 AM at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Laurel, located at 4593 Indian Springs Rd, Laurel, MS. Funeral services will follow at 11:00 AM at the same location, with Bro. Harold Floyd and Bro. Danny Stringer officiating. Burial will take place at Lebanon Baptist Church Cemetery in Laurel, Mississippi. Arrangements are under the care of Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Laurel.

Pallbearers will include Jimmy Parnell, Christopher Loftin, Randy Loftin, Scotty Lawrence, Joshua Loftin, and Randy Scitzs. Honorary pallbearers will be Bruce Brady Sr. and Issac Minchew.

Helen's family invites friends and loved ones to sign the online guestbook at www.colonialchapellaurel.com.

09/29/2025

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