Obituaries

Allie Grace McMury

Allie Grace McMury

Sep 27, 2025

Allie Grace McMurry, born on December 9, 1935, in Pace, left this world on September 27, 2025. A beloved mother and dedicated homemaker, Allie was known for her caring and kind nature, always offering a warm smile and a listening ear to those around her. She often spoke about her faith and the Lord, and her deep love for family...

Adrian Aguilar Torres

Adrian Aguilar Torres

Sep 26, 2025

With deep sadness we announce the passing of Mr. Adrian Aguilar Torres.

A Visitation honoring Mr. Adrian will be held Friday, October 3, 2025 from 9:00-12:00PM at Our Ladies of Victory Catholic Church in Cleveland, MS. A Mass will follow at 12:00PM in Our Ladies of Victory Catholic Church. An additional service will follow in La Loma, SLP, MX

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Tommy Naron

Tommy Naron

Sep 23, 2025

Tommy Naron, a cherished member of the Cleveland community, entered the presence of the Lord on September 23, 2025, at the age of 75. Visitation will be held at First Baptist Church on September 26, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM., followed by a Celebration of Life service beginning at 11:00 AM. A graveside service will immediately follow at...

Richard Whatley

Richard Whatley

Sep 19, 2025

Richard Whatley, a cherished carpenter and dedicated EMT, passed away on September 19, 2025, in Cleveland, Mississippi.

Richard was born on June 14, 1955, in Belzoni, Mississippi, to Bob and Betty Jane Whatley. Richard lived a life marked by service, craftsmanship, and deep connections with those around him.

A graduate of high school, Richard combined his educational background with his natural talents...

Patricia McKee

Patricia McKee

Sep 19, 2025

Patricia McKee, passed away on September 19, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and commitment that will resonate in the hearts of those who knew her. Patricia was a lifelong resident of her cherished community where she tirelessly devoted herself to her career and family.

A visitation in her honor will be held at Ray Funeral Home in Cleveland, MS,...

Frank Branch

Frank Branch

Sep 17, 2025

Dr. Franklin Benjamin Branch Jr. was born September 23, 1944, to Lennie Barnett Branch and Frank B. Branch Sr. of Goodman, MS. He graduated from Holmes High School in 1961 and Holmes Jr college in 1963. He continued his education one semester at Mississippi State University to complete study in preparation to enroll in the college of Veterinary Medicine in...

William "Bubba" Rogers

William "Bubba" Rogers

Sep 13, 2025

William "Bubba" Rogers, a beloved son, brother, father, friend, and life partner, passed away on September 13, 2025, in his hometown of Cleveland, Mississippi. A visitation will be held on September 18, 2025, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at Merigold Baptist Church, 301 Second Street, Merigold, MS. A Memorial Service will immediately follow at 1:00 p.m.

Bubba was Born on...

Eudene Noblett

Eudene Noblett

Sep 11, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Eudene Vick Noblett, beloved mother, sister, and friend, who left us peacefully on September 11, 2025, at the age of 87.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, September 18, 2025, at Ray Funeral Home in Cleveland, MS. A second visitation will take place at 10:00...

Barbara Ray Hall

Barbara Ray Hall

Sep 9, 2025

Barbara Ray Hall 79, of Cleveland, MS was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on September 9, 2025.

A visitation honoring Mrs. Barbara will be held Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 10-11:00AM at Ray Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life Service honoring Barbara will follow at 11:00 at Ray Funeral Home. A Graveside will proceed in the Delta...

Alfred Angeli

Alfred Angeli

Sep 6, 2025

Alfred Angeli, a beloved member of the community, passed away on September 6, 2025, in Sardis, Mississippi, at the age of 89. Visitation will take place on September 12, 2025, at St. Francis-Assisi Catholic Church in Shaw, MS, starting at 10:30 AM, followed by a Mass at 11:00 AM. A graveside service will be held at Shaw Cemetery. Alfred Angeli...

John Melvin Bowen Jr.

John Melvin Bowen Jr.

Sep 6, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mr. John Bowen Jr., a beloved husband, father, and friend, who left this world on September 6, 2025, at the age of 77 while surrounded by family.

A visitation honoring John will be held Monday, September 8, 2025, at Ray Funeral Home from 12-1 with a Celebration of Life Service...

Larry Jones

Larry Jones

Sep 4, 2025

Larry Duncan Jones, 80, of Beulah, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on September 4, 2025.  Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Saturday, September 13, 2025, at Ray Funeral Home in Cleveland, MS.  

Born in Cleveland, Mississippi, to JT and Irma Lee (Duncan) Jones, Larry was raised in Doddsville on Eastland Plantation and attended Ruleville High School. He proudly served...

Dianne McAfee

Dianne McAfee

Sep 3, 2025

Dianne McAfee, a devoted medical technologist and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on September 3, 2025, in Cleveland, Mississippi. A Visitation with a Memorial Service to follow will be held on September 13, 2025, beginning at 1:00 p.m. at Morrison Chapel in Cleveland, Mississippi.

Dianne was born on August 17, 1945, in Greenville, Mississippi, to Lewis Dixon &...

Robert Brown

Robert Brown

Sep 3, 2025

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Robert Lee Brown Sr. 61 of Hollandale, MS was called home to be with the Lord while surrounded by family on September 3, 2025.

A visitation honoring Robert will be held, Sunday, September 7, 2025 from 2-3pm at Ray Funeral Home with a Celebration of Life Memorial Service at 3:00P.M. at...

Betty Jane Dill

Betty Jane Dill

Sep 2, 2025

Betty Jane West Dill 92 of Laurel, formerly of Drew, MS, left this world September 2, 2025, to be with her Lord and Savior.

A visitation honoring Jane will be held Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 1-2 pm at West Drew Baptist Church in Drew, MS, with a Celebration of Life Memorial Service following at 2:00 pm at the West Drew...

Peggy Ann Miller

Peggy Ann Miller

Aug 30, 2025

Peggy Ann Miller, beloved wife, daughter, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and pillar of her community, went to be with the Lord on August 30, 2025, in Lake Village, Arkansas.  Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Monday, September 1, 2025, at Lake Village Assembly in Lake Village, AR, with a Celebration of Life Service immediately following at...

Elizabeth Mary Rocconi

Elizabeth Mary Rocconi

Aug 24, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Elizabeth Giaccaglia Rocconi, who departed this life on August 24, 2025, at the age of 96.

A visitation honoring Mrs. Elizabeth will be held on Saturday, August 30, 2025 from11-12pm with a Mass following at 12pm in Our Lady of Victories Catholic Church. Graveside will proceed in the New Cleveland...

Timothy David Medders

Timothy David Medders

Aug 23, 2025

Timothy David Medders, a beloved husband, father, and brother, passed away on August 23, 2025, in Cleveland, Mississippi. He was born on November 7, 1976, in Eupora, Mississippi, where he spent his formative years. A cherished member of his community, Timothy was known for his warm spirit and passion for life.Timothy had a great love for playing video games, which...

Ertice Riddell Litton

Ertice Riddell Litton

Aug 22, 2025

Ertice Riddell Litton, 74 of Lima formerly of Mississippi, passed peacefully at home with his family at 4:07pm on Friday August 22, 2025. A visitation honoring Ertice will be held Saturday, September 13, 2025 from 2-3 at Ray Funeral Home with a Memorial Service at 3pm at Ray Funeral Home.

Ertice was born in Litton, MS on March 18,1951 to the late...

Phyllis Kilpatrick

Phyllis Kilpatrick

Aug 21, 2025

Phyllis Kilpatrick, age 90, of Cleveland, MS, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on August 21, 2025.

Born on December 7, 1934, in Greenwood, MS, to Charles Albert Wright and Gertrude Jordan Wright, Phyllis lived a life devoted to her faith, loyalty to friends, and compassion for animals.

She is survived by her beloved children: Denny Kilpatrick (Jolanta), Debra Andrews...