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Fisher-Riles Funeral Home & Crematory, Vicksburg, MS (2025)

12/22/2025

Ann Grundfest Gerache

August 7, 1933 - December 20,2025

Ann was born in Vicksburg, Mississippi and grew up in the small Delta town of Cary. She was the oldest daughter of Ike and June Grundfest. The family operated M. Grundfest, a general merchandise store founded by her grandfather. Ann and her sister Betty Lee would sit on the front porch of the store watching the activities of their home town as children. Ann never lost her ties to the Delta or her love for that community. Ann attended Cary School and All Saints Episcopal School in Vicksburg. She attended the University of Alabama and completed her studies at Mississippi College. Ann and first husband, Robert N. (Bob) Emmich, lived active lives in Vicksburg while raising their children, Ellen, Robert, Kathy and Gayle. She was always engaged in her children's schools and community including PTA, Meals on wheels, Garden Club and Antiques Club.

Ann later married Joesph Gerache in 1986. Together they traveled the world while Joe operated the Corner Drug Store in Vicksburg. She treasured their camp on Lake Bruin, LA and her MASSIVE fig tree. Her greatest passion became the preservation of the history of the Vicksburg Jewish congregation. That history is now proudly displayed at the Old Courthouse Museum in Vicksburg. Ann was preceded in death by her parents Ike and June Grundfest, husband Joesph A. Gerache, her sister Betty Lee Lamensdorf and brother-in-law Ben, her daughter Ellen Emmich and Joseph "Bubba" Gerache Jr. She is survived by her children Robert Emmich (Carey), Kathy Friedman, Gayle Emmich and Joe's children, Janice Waring (Dan), Cookie Beasley, Johnny Gerache (Ginger) and Tommy Gerache (Whitney) along with numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren and many cousins, nieces, nephews and very special friends. The family will host visitation at the Fisher-Riles funeral home on Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 1:00 pm followed by services at 2:00 pm with burial at Anshe Chesed Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family asks that you donate to a charity of your choosing, the Old Courthouse Museum in Vicksburg, the Institute of Southern Jewish Life in Jackson, MS or The Museum of the Southern Jewish Experience in New Orleans, LA.

12/21/2025

Carol Ann Beck Pritchard, 83, passed away on Friday, December 19th 2025 at Claiborne County Senior Care in Port Gibson, Mississippi, after a lengthy stay in the nursing home. She was born on December 25, 1941, to the parents of Mr. Roy G. Beck, Sr. and Ursula Marie King Beck in the state of Washington.

She is preceded in death by her son, James Allen Pritchard, husband, Charles Wesley Pritchard, mother, Ursula Marie Beck and father, Roy G. Beck, Sr., Sister, Betty Lee Landers and Brother, Roy G. Beck, Jr.

Carol is survived by her two daughters Melissa Jill Taylor (Sherman) and Jackie Lynn Allen (Jamie), 4 grandchildren Nicole Alexandra Randle (Justin), Courtney Lynn Nevels, Kristen Deann Goings, Alex Wayne Nevels (Haley) and numerous great grandchildren.

She graduated from Eudora High School in Eudora, Arkansas in 1961. She continued her education at Hinds Community College taking courses to help advance her job with the Corps of Engineers. She then transferred to Waterways Experiment Station where she was there until she retired.

Carol loved her husband and two daughters unconditionally and she was always there for them. She stayed home after retiring and was a loving wife and mother. She loved reading, watching westerns, and listening to music. She spent most of her time reading her bible and listening to Elvis Presley.

Services will be at 11 am on Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at Fisher-Riles Funeral Home, 5000 Indiana Ave., Vicksburg, Mississippi with Pastor Tony Monk officiating. Visitation will be from 10 am until the hour of service. Interment will follow at McClellan Cemetery in Utica, MS.

Pallbearers will be Alex Nevels, Eric Ashley, Billy Goings, Chuck Hopkins, Butch Landers, and Keagan Randle. Honorary Pallbearers will be Jamie Allen and Danny Rouse and Dr. David Headley.

12/20/2025

Sara Kerr Myers, 90, passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025, at Heritage House in Vicksburg. The daughter of George Elbert Kerr and Johnnie Lee Kerr, she grew up in Carroll County with her younger brother and sister, Johnny E. Kerr and Carolyn Ann Kerr. In West Point, she met George R. Myers on a blind date and married him on July 23, 1950. In West Point, Sara worked at Woolworth’s and Bo at Kroger before Teresa Lynn was born, they moved to Okolona where George was manager of Kroger, and where Susan was born. They moved to Aberdeen following Bo’s job as manager of Kroger. Sara’s first job in Aberdeen was at Sears, then CPA Bob Miller’s office, and she was eventually hired as head librarian at Evans Memorial Library, a dream job because she loved books and reading. Other hobbies included family genealogy, painting ceramics, growing flowers, and collecting salt and pepper shakers. After Bo’s death in 1993, Sara moved to Vicksburg where she enjoyed spending time with family and working as resident manager of Cain Ridge Apartments. Dementia made it necessary for her to spend her last 10 years at Heritage House in Vicksburg where she was known for her feistiness. The family sincerely appreciates all the TLC she received at Heritage House and considers many of the staff adopted family.

She is survived by her brother, Johnny E. Kerr (Jane), Walnut, MS; her sister, Carolyn Ann Adderhold (Jerry), Saltillo, MS; half-brother, Danny Kerr, Carrollton, MS; daughter, Teresa McCann (Bill), Madisonville, KY; daughter, Susan Fitzgerald (Robert), Vicksburg, MS; grandsons, John Fitzgerald, Starkville, MS, Brian Fitzgerald (Sarah), Brandon, MS, and David McCann, Madisonville, KY; granddaughter, Sarah McCann, Madisonville; great grandchildren, Blake Abigail Epps, Glen Burnie, MD; and Charlie and Elizabeth Swann, Brandon, MS.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 21 from 2:30 to 4:30 pm at Fisher- Riles Funeral Home, 5000 Indiana Avenue in Vicksburg, and visitation at Tisdale-Lann Memorial Funeral Home in Aberdeen, MS on Monday, December 22 from from 1 pm to 2 pm followed by funeral services officiating by Rev. Bill McCann.

Pallbearers will be Nolan Adderholdt, Brian Fitzgerald, John Fitzgerald, Robert Fitzgerald, David McCann, and Ryan Palmer.

Memorials may be made to Evans Memorial Library, 105 N. Long St., Aberdeen, MS 39730; First Baptist Church, 310 Commerce St., Aberdeen, MS 39730 or to the Alzheimer’s Association, Mississippi Chapter, 207 W. Jackson St., Ridgeland, MS 39157

12/05/2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Dattie Marie Cobb, who left us on December 4th, 2025. Dattie was born on July 29th, 1952. Her remarkable journey through life has left an indelible mark on all who knew her. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend.

She is preceded in death by her mother, Willie Mae “Dattie” Hughes; her sister, Ruby Hughes.

Dattie is survived by her children, Larry “Dink” Meadows (Mandy); Daughter, Tammy McClendon (Johnny); Brothers, Junie Hughes (Dorinda), Sammy Hughes; Sisters, Darlene Hughes, Dedra Henley; Granddaughters, Chelsey Meadows (Luke); Taylor Sumrall (Levi); Great granddaughter, Mady Masters; and numerous other beloved family members.

Dattie’s strength of character, her warm heart, and her unwavering dedication to her friends and family will be remembered by everyone who had the good fortune to cross paths with her. She had a funny sense of humor and a comforting presence. She was a believer in Jesus Christ and attended Living Water Christian Fellowship.

We ask that you keep her spirit alive by remembering her as the kind and loving person that she was. Reflect on the memories you shared with Dattie and the countless ways she touched your lives. She will be deeply missed by all, but she will live on in the hearts and minds of those who were fortunate enough to have known her.

The family would like to thank Mississippi Baptist Emergency Departments Physicians and devoted nurses. The Mississippi Baptist inpatient internal medicine partners are also greatly appreciated for their outstanding care.

A memorial service will not be held at this time.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Paws Rescue, P.O. Box 13 Redwood, MS 39156.
Romans 8:38-39: "For I am convinced that neither death, nor life, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

11/29/2025

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Wanda Elaine Spires Hobkirk, 85, of Vicksburg, Mississippi announces her passing on November 27, 2025. Wanda was surrounded by her family when she slipped away peacefully while under the care of the Hospice Medical Team at River Region Hospital.

Wanda was born July 22, 1940, in Montgomery County, Missouri. She married Robert “Hobby” Hobkirk of Louisiana, Missouri on February 10, 1961. Wanda and Hobby remained side by side for 61 years until Hobby’s passing in 2022. Throughout 61 years, they were never away from one another for more than a couple of days at a time.

Wanda worked in cafeteria services as a beloved “lunch lady” at Warrenton Elementary School for 16 years before retiring from the Vicksburg Warren School district. Wanda was known for her kindness, generosity and love for all children. She always carried extra cash in her apron pocket to pay for the meals of kids who didn’t have their lunch money, and she was forever gratuitous with her serving sizes when she felt a child needed a little extra.

Wanda’s other passion was “getting out and doing.” Throughout her lifetime, she and Hobby traveled to 49 states, many times with the entire family in tow, creating memories to last a lifetime. One of her favorite places to visit was Mountain View, Arkansas, known for its live music scene.

Wanda was preceded in death by her husband, Robert, son Bruce, parents Mr. and Mrs. Kay and Parthena Spires, sisters Mary Frances Spires, Magdeline Hamlett, Sharon Hendricks, and brothers Leon and Donnie Spires.

Wanda is survived by brothers Gene Spires (Patty) and William Spires, daughters Janice Hobkirk Hendrix (Douglas) and Jaudon Hobkirk Presson (Mike). Wanda is also survived by grandchildren Niki Hobkirk, Christin Koestler (Chase Lungrin), Laken Edwards (Matthew), Candice Presson, Michael Presson (Bekki), Connor Presson, Josh Presson (Julia), Joey Presson, Makayla Presson, David Hobkirk (Beth Ann) and Christpher Hobkirk (Kim). Wanda’s extended family included 16 great-grandchildren.

The sun has set on an amazing life. Tomorrow, when the light dawns in Heaven and darkness is no more, it may be a long walk, but our paths will cross again.

Visitation for Wanda Hobkirk is planned for 10-11am on Monday, December 1, 2025. Funeral services will be held at Fisher-Riles Funeral Home, 5000 Indiana Avenue in Vicksburg following visitation with burial at Greenlawn Gardens Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Connor Presson, Matthew Edwards, Charles Lungrin, David Hobkirk, Christopher Hobkirk, Caden Hobkirk.

11/27/2025

From our family to yours, we wish you a peaceful Thanksgiving filled with warmth and good company. Today, we reflect on how grateful we are for the trust this community places in us. May your day be full of cherished memories.

Happy Thanksgiving! 🍂🧡

11/25/2025

Leah Pharr Van Noman passed away on Sunday, November 23 at the age of 45. A lifelong resident of Warren County, she was the daughter of Bobby and Susan Pharr and Monnie and Jim Chaney. She attended Vicksburg High School and Hinds Community College. Known for her artistic talents and loving, generous spirit, she especially enjoyed painting.

Leah was preceded in death by her brother, Bradley Tanner and her sister-in-law Danica Tanner.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by two daughters, Charlotte Grace Van Norman and Avery Rose Van Norman, both of Vicksburg; two brothers, Charlie Mullen of Colorado and Matthew Tanner of D’Iberville, MS; her sister, Marcy Jones (David) of Clinton; her godmother, Lori Cobb; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 2 PM on Friday, November 28 at Fisher-Riles Funeral Home, 5000 Indiana Avenue. Visitation will be from Noon until the hour of service.

11/24/2025

Edward Charles Sullivan passed away on Friday, November 21, 2025 at the age of 65. He was born in Monroe, LA on August 17, 1960 to the late Jimmy R. and Joann Sullivan Pharr. He was an avid hunter, trapper, and fisherman.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Ronnie Sullivan and Sammy Sullivan, and a niece, Evelyn Sullivan.

He is survived by a sister, Terri Sullivan Spears; two brothers, David Sullivan and Wendell Sullivan; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 26 from 10 AM until Noon at Fisher-
Riles Funeral Home at 5000 Indiana Avenue.

11/21/2025

Frances Nell Ray, 101, passed away in Houston, Texas, after a lengthy illness. Born on September 13, 1924, in Vicksburg, Mississippi, Frances made Vicksburg her lifelong home, where she built a life centered on family, and the values of a simpler time.

She is survived by her daughter, Sonia Bess (Ray), and grandson Garrett Bess of Wellington, Colorado; her son William Ray and daughter-in-law Sandra Ray of Montgomery, Texas; and her grandsons Dakota Ray of Austin, Texas, and Colton and Anna Ray of Frisco, Texas. She was preceded in passing by her husband, Recie Ray, as well as many beloved members of the Boler family of Warren County.

Frances was known as a devoted caregiver, offering comfort, support, and love to family and friends throughout her life. She found joy in the outdoors, tending to plants, cooking for those she loved, and embracing her role as a mother and wife. Her greatest peace came from memories of family gatherings and the “simple country life” she cherished from her younger years.

Her long life was a testament to resilience, generosity, and the strength that defined her. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew her.

Visitation will be held on Monday, November 24 from 10 am until 11:30 am at Fisher-Riles Funeral Home, 5000 Indiana Avenue in Vicksburg, MS. Interment will follow at Noon at Cedar Hill Cemetery.

Pallbearers will be Dakota Ray, Colton Ray, Garrett Bess, Mike Boler and Johnnie Nosser.

11/15/2025

William Edward Booth Jr. died November 13, 2025 at his home due to complications from a fall. Will was born November 15, 1939 in Vicksburg, MS to William and Elizabeth Booth. He attended St. Aloysius through junior high school and then entered the Alabama Trinitarian Seminary in Holy Trinity, Alabama. He stayed in the seminary for a number of years. He later took a different path in life and entered Catholic Universityin Washington, D.C. where he received a degree in Economics.

Will had a long career working for the FBI, both in New York City and in Mississippi. He originally was stationed in Natchez, MS and later moved to Madison, MS. He was an avid golf and tennis player. He also spent many hours gardening, keeping detailed notes of his plants and, over the years, with much patience, turned his garden soil at his home in Annandale from the original red clay to a deep, composted loam. Will loved family get togethers and his hearty laugh was enjoyed by all. He never missed a gathering, even when he had great difficulty ambulating.

Will was preceded in death by his wife, Pamela Booth, and his daughter, Laura Ann Booth Angelo. He also was preceded in death by his sisters, Alice Booth and Mary Patricia Fulton and his brothers, Joseph Booth and George Booth.

He is survived by his son, William Edward (Ted) Booth III who was a devoted caregiver to Will for almost a year. He also is survived by one sister, Peggy Booth Rector, and four brothers, Paul Booth, Mike Booth, Bubba Booth and John Booth.

Visitation will be held on Monday, November 17 from 10 to 11 am at Fisher-Riles Funeral Home, 5000 Indiana Avenue. Graveside services will follow at 11:30 am at Cedar Hill Cemetery.

11/11/2025

On this Veterans Day, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have worn the uniform of the United States. Your unwavering commitment, courage, and sacrifice have protected the freedoms we cherish every day.

To all our veterans, past and present: thank you. We are eternally grateful for your service to our nation.

11/10/2025

Sondra R. “Sonny Girl” Guyton Hickman peacefully passed away on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at home at the age of 85, surrounded by family and friends.
Sonny Girl was born on December 19, 1939, to the late Daniel W. Guyton and Emmie J. Hopkins Guyton.
She was a 1958 graduate of Culkin Academy in Vicksburg, MS. She worked in Human Resources at TG&Y and Walmart for many years until retiring in 2001. She enjoyed having family around, sewing, being outside, taking care of her flowers, fishing, traveling and camping. She was a member of Red Carpet Sam’s Camping Group. She was an active member of Bovina Baptist Church where she was a member of the ladies Sunday School Class and on the Connect55 Committee catering to activities for anyone age 55 and older until she had a stroke in 2020. She loved her family, friends and church family wholeheartedly!
Sonny Girl was predeceased by her loving husband of 66 years, Oscar B. “Sonny Boy” Hickman, her parents, two brothers and nine sisters. She is survived by her children, Phyllis Oldenburg (Wayne), Anthony “Tony” Hickman (Margie), Monty Hickman (Michel Townsend) and Kimberly “Kim” Crothers (Doug), numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and great, great grandchildren, her brother, David Guyton and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins
The family would like to thank St. Joseph Hospice for its wonderful care of Mom for the last couple of years. We would like to say a special thank you to caregivers Katrina Johnson, Pam Mounger and Lena Wilson.
Services will be Thursday, November 13, 2025, at Bovina Baptist Church, 5293 Highway 80, in Vicksburg with Rev. Brian Parker officiating. Visitation will be at the church from 10:00 A.M. until the time of service at 11:00 A.M. Pall Bearers will be Lee Bruce, James Henry, Ray Melancon, Johnny Oldenburg, James “Binky” Purvis, Keith Stennett. Interment will follow at Cedar Hill Cemetery under the direction of Fisher Riles Funeral Home.

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