Baldwin-Lee Funeral Home

12/20/2025

Dixie Jean Reynolds Miller was born on January 27, 1931, in Elgin, Kansas, the daughter of Garrett Reynolds and Edna Hinkle Reynolds. She departed this earth on December 19, 2025 in Natchez, Mississippi.

Dixie married her high school sweetheart, Calvin Miller, in 1949. They were blessed with three children, Marla Jo, Jeanie, and Jimmy.

Her husband’s work with Amoco Oil company transferred the family to various places in Mississippi and Louisiana, moving to Natchez in 1968. Upon retirement, Dixie and Cal moved to Brandon, MS.

Dixie was always active in the United Methodist Churches where they lived, especially in Natchez at Lovely Lane United Methodist Church, where she was choir director, and at St. Mark’s UMC in Brandon. At St. Mark’s, she was the music librarian for the choir, sang in the choir and was in the handbell choir, needle pointed some of the cushions at the altar, coordinated food for the Wednesday night suppers with friends, who were all called the “Dixie Chicks”. Other volunteer jobs included driving the church van for Bible School, participating in Young at Heart group, and working in the church nursery. She loved babies, and also babysat in her home for working families. She was compassionate and caring, always there for her family and friends.

Dixie enjoyed knitting and resolved to make every family member and new baby a blanket, whether they wanted it or not. In later years, she took up golf and loved playing with Cal, often times beating him. They also traveled extensively after his retirement.

Dixie is pre-deceased by her husband, Calvin Miller; son, James Calvin Miller; son-in-law, Mike Mooney, and her three siblings. Family members remaining to cherish her memory are daughters Marla Miller Mooney of Centreville, Maryland, Jeanie Lanneau (Bazile Lanneau, Jr.) of Natchez, and grandchildren, Chris Mooney (Katy), Diane Schmidt (Jim), Emily Kostka (Billy), Bill Mooney (Mikelle), Sarah Lanneau (Generoso Garza), Bazile Lanneau III, Ph.D. (Megha Kansra), Justin Miller (Jeannie), Melissa Young (Richard) and daughter-in-law, Cissy Miller Fisher. She was also blessed with 15 great grandchildren.

Services will be held on Monday, December 22, 2025, at St. Mark's United Methodist Church, 400 Grants Ferry Rd, Brandon. Visitation will be from 1:00pm until 1:30pm with funeral services beginning at 1:30pm. Interment will follow in Brandon Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the American Cancer Society, 250 Williams Street NW, Atlanta, Ga. 30303 or the Batson Children’s Hospital, 2500 North State St., Jackson, Ms. 39216, or the charity of your choice.

Fond memories and condolences may be shared by visiting baldwinleepearl.com.

12/17/2025

Debra "Kathy" Kathleen Zebert, 65, formerly of Pearl, Mississippi, ascended to heaven on Thursday, December 11, 2025, surrounded by her family.

Born in Hinds County on April 6, 1960, to Thomas Lee Zebert and Tabitha Ann Wynn Zebert, Kathy was a daddy's girl from the start, and her childhood years were spent getting in and out of trouble with her brothers.

Even after moving all the way to Texas and all around the South, she always kept her family in her heart. When she found love and became a mother, she worked through all the challenges she faced with being a good mom first in her heart and mind, and her children always knew the strength of her love. She treasured spending time with them and grandchildren and was endlessly generous with her family and friends.

A brilliant and creative woman, she spent more than thirty-five years in the court reporting industry working to uplift her fellow reporters emotionally, intellectually and legally. In her spare time, she baked delicious treats, crafted beautiful jewelry, painted what made her heart happy, and wrote stories both fiction and real to bring smiles to other people's faces. There was never a dull moment when Kathy was in the room.

Ms. Zebert is preceded in death by her parents.

Those left to cherish her memory are her daughter; Lauren Tweedy, son; Ali Lahouti (Jenny); grandchildren, Sophia and Michael Lahouti; brothers, Criss Zebert, Jason Zebert (Shelia), and Lee Zebert (Aurora).

The family will receive friends on Saturday, January 31, 2026, from 10:00am-11:00am at Baldwin-Lee Funeral Home in Pearl, Mississippi. A Celebration of Life Service will be held following in the funeral home chapel.

12/17/2025

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12/13/2025

Harold Herbert Hancock, Sr., 88, of Pearl, MS, passed away peacefully on December 12, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.

Harold was born on August 29, 1937, in Yazoo County, MS, to Fonville Hancock and Mittie Sanders Hancock. He was a graduate of Satartia High School, Class of 1955.

For 40 years, Harold was the co-owner and operator/mechanic of Hancock and McLemore Automotive where he was known for his honesty, dedication, and strong work ethic.

After retiring in 1999, he enjoyed fishing, yard work, traveling, and making memories with his grandchildren who brought him immense joy.

Harold was a faithful attendee of McLaurin Heights Baptist Church where he found many special friendships and enjoyed worshiping with family and extended family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Fonville and Mittie Sanders Hancock; his wife of 36 years, Kathryn Brewer Hancock; his son, Harold Herbert Hancock, Jr.; his grandson, Tripp Hancock; his sisters, Vera Hancock Williams and Martha Hancock Warrington; and his brother, Phillip Houston Hancock.

Harold is survived by his wife of 30 years, Glenda Flowers Hancock; his sons, Randy Hancock (Tracy) and Brooks Little (Kristen); daughter, Ginger Griffith (Charlie); his granddaughters, Rachel Hancock, Samantha Hancock, Sarah Hancock, Mary Claire Griffith, Kamryn Little, and Kori Cate Little; his grandsons, Dace Hancock, Joshua Hancock, Jared McGee, Reice Griffith, and Mason Little; and numerous great-grandchildren.

Harold will be remembered for his gentle and kind spirit, his unwavering love for family and friends, his wisdom, and the example he set through a life of faith and hard work. His legacy will live on in the many lives he touched.

Pallbearers will be Reice Griffith, Mason Little, Dace Hancock, Joshua Hancock, and Jarrod McGee.

Visitation will be held from 12:00pm - 2:00pm, Monday, December 15, 2025, at Baldwin-Lee Funeral Home (Pearl, MS) with a Celebration of Life service at 2:00pm. Interment to follow in Lakewood Memorial Park (Clinton Blvd, Jackson, MS).

12/10/2025

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12/09/2025

Cynthia “Cindy” Kaye Wilson, 66, of Pearl, Mississippi entered the gates of heaven on Saturday, December 6, 2025.

Cindy was born on November 18, 1959, in Hinds County, Mississippi, to Mr. Ira Lovett and Mrs. Catherine Mackinley Lovett.

She was a free spirit all her life and loved living life to the fullest. She always made sure everyone was taken care of. When she was not helping others, she loved spending time outside watching birds and listening to their music. She also liked sitting on the porch watching traffic go by. But the thing that she loved most was spending time with her children and grandchildren.

Mrs. Wilson is preceded in death by her parents, and brother; Blaine Lovett.

Left to cherish her memory are her daughter; Alicia Bagwell (Dustin), sons; Daniel Lee Wilson (Josie) and Christopher Dawson, grandchildren; Isabelle Harrison, Kathryn “Ryn” Harrison, Christopher “CJ” Dawson, Jr., Maya Dawson, Hunter Wilson, Re*****on Wilson, Magnolia Wilson, and Annalee Bagwell, sisters; Debi Barton (Tim), and Jamie Parham, and brother; Wayne Lovett. She also leaves behind her canine friend, Max.

No services are scheduled at this time.

12/06/2025

Brenda Dubois “Nana” Goodwin, 83, of Flowood, passed away Friday, December 5, 2025, at St. Dominic Hospital, Jackson.

She was born July 3, 1942, in Flowood, a daughter of the late O.E. Dubois and Lillodis Bell Dubois. Nana was a longtime member of Liberty Baptist Church in Flowood where she sang soprano in the choir. Her love for Christ, strong faith, and unfailing petitions of prayer buoyed Nana through life’s storms. As a loving, Christian wife and mother she nurtured her family’s spiritual growth with her inspired devotion, and her family was central in all that she did. Nana served for more than 20 years with Dairy Queen where she was valued and respected by her coworkers and customers. In her free time she enjoyed watching tv, particularly Westerns, Lifetime channel and her stories. She also enjoyed quiet time reading her Bible and praying, and tending to her cats.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Leslie “Junior” Gilmore; and siblings, Peggy, Dubois, Elizabeth Dubois, and Franklin “Gene” Dubois.

Survivors include sons, Scott Gilmore (Rhonda), Steve Gilmore (Sissy), and Tommy Goodwin (Aubrey Leigh); grandchildren Heather Love (Matthew), Kay Bates (Chris), Leslie Romine (Austin), Olivia Gilmore, Ashley Gilmore, Thomas Goodwin, and Eli Goodwin; great-grandchildren, Kylee, Kaden, Levi, Madison, and Violet; a niece, nephews, and many friends.

Visitation will be held 11:00am to 1:00pm, Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at Baldwin-Lee Funeral Home in Pearl. Funeral services will follow at 1:00pm in the funeral home chapel. Graveside services at Floral Hills Memory Gardens immediately following the chapel service where Nana will be laid to rest beside her true love, her beloved husband Junior.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Liberty Baptist Church in Flowood.

Fond memories and condolences may be shared by visiting baldwinleepearl.com.

12/04/2025

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12/01/2025

John Clayton Bayne, Jr., age 82 went home to be with Jesus on November 29, 2025. What a celebration it was in Heaven as he was welcomed into the arms of his Lord and Savior.

John was born in Jackson, Mississippi on January 18, 1943, to Mr. John Clayton Bayne, Sr. and Mrs. Julia Christine Willoughby Bayne. He was raised and lived in Jackson, Mississippi and retired in Rankin County.

John lived a humble and devoted life, grounded in faith and filled with love for others. A proud servant at heart, he dedicated 40 years to the Old Capital Museum and War Memorial Building in Jackson, Mississippi. He took pride in caring for spaces and people around him. He served quietly, but faithfully, always offering a gentle smile, helping hand and a steady spirit.

For many years, he attended Park Place Church in Pearl, Mississippi and was a beloved member of the Special Friends Sunday School class. He cherished every moment spent in fellowship, prayer, and worship. His prayers were beautiful and eloquent, woven with scripture and spoken with sincerity that moved hearts of everyone that heard them. Those who knew John will remember his simple joys, deep faith, kind presence and unwavering love for Jesus.

John especially loved attending church camps at Camp Garaywa in Clinton, Mississippi and Camp Ruby in Kosciusko, Mississippi. These camps brought him so much joy. His passion for collecting lighthouses was well known, he had hundreds of them, each one a symbol of light in his life. He was a cowboy at heart and loved to dress accordingly.

Above all, John loved his Lord and Savior. His life reflected a deep unwavering faith, lived out daily humility, kindness, and service to others.

John is preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Clayton Bayne, Sr.

A memorial service will be held Monday, December 8, 2025, at Baldwin-Lee Funeral Home in Pearl, Mississippi at 10:00am. A private burial will follow.

11/28/2025

Ms. Beverly Ann Reeves, 63, of Pearl, MS, entered the gates of heaven and was reunited with her loved ones, on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at her residence surrounded by her loving family.

Beverly was born in Jackson, MS, on January 27, 1962, to Mr. Warren Cephus Reeves, Sr. and Mrs. Mary Frances Ray Reeves.

Ms. Reeves was a loving and amazing person with a big servant’s heart. She loved and enjoyed helping others when she could. She was blessed with a special gift that led her to become a caregiver for others for over 30 years. With her loving heart she enjoyed most taking care of and spending time with her family. Her daughter, Jennifer, stated that she was amazing, loving, and caring. She also had a love for animals also, especially cats.

Beverly is preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Ronda Lawrance; grand-daughter, Emily Dalgarn; sisters, Connie Woodard, Diane Ray, and Nina Schwartz; and brothers, Owen Reeves and Warren Cephus Reeves, Jr.

Those left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Jennifer Pennington and son-in-law, John Pennington, Sr; grandson, John Pennington, Jr.; sisters, Pearl Patrick and Pauline White; and brother, Bobby Reeves. She is also leaving behind 10 cats: Melon, Khaleesi, Cotton, Marbles, Magic, Luna, Caramel, Twix, Nova, and Angel.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at 1:30pm – 2:00pm. A Celebration of Life service will follow.

11/27/2025

11/26/2025

Maydra Pace Voelker, 79, of Pearl, passed away on November
23, 2025.

Maydra was born in Meridian and later married Fred Voelker.
The couple had two children, Joy and Donna. Maydra worked in
human resources for Blue Cross and Blue Shield for thirty-four
years. Over the course of her life, she lived in six states.

Maydra loved her family above all else and told anyone who
would listen that her proudest moments were the births of her
children and grandchildren. She never failed to answer the
phone if one of them called even if she was in the middle of an
appointment. She delighted in all holidays and especially enjoyed
decorating and gift giving.

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

She is survived by her daughter, Joy (Todd) and her daughter
Donna (Corey).

Additionally, she is survived by five grandchildren, Haley
Kroush (David), Will Ruffin, Vivian Sandifer, Elena Sandifer,
and Jacob Adams. She is also survived by her great
granddaughter Parker Kroush.

She would think her obituary remiss if it did not mention that
her cats, Riley and Hank, also survived her.

Because of Maydra’s love of animals, in lieu of flowers
donations to the Mississippi Animal Rescue League would be
appreciated.