All Obituaries

A Time to Be Born Gladys Louise Stevenson was born on September 15, 1938, in Glen Allen Mississippi to Lewis and Leanna Hill. She accepted Christ at a very young age. She attended and graduated from Higgins High School in Clarksdale Mississippi   A Time to Rest The lord decided it was time for his child to come home at the young age of 82 on August 14th, 2021.   Visitation will be Saturday August 20, 2021 from 1:00  - 2:00 PM at Royal Funeral Home.  The graveside...

Monica Rosalita Ruffin, 58, of Clarksdale, MS passed away Thursday August 19, 2021.  Monica was born February 5, 1963 in Chicago, IL.  Monica previously worked as an assistant teacher for Clarksdale Municipal School District.  Monica was a member of Liberty M.B. Church in Lyon, MS where she was a member of the choir. Visitation will be Saturday August 28, 2021 from 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM at Royal Funeral Home.  The Celebration of Life will be Sunday August 29, 2021, 2:30 PM...

Mosezell Thomas, Sr., 85, of Utica, MS passed away Thursday August 19, 2021.  Mosezell was born May 22, 1936 in Alligator, MS.   Mosezell was a construction worker for Talbot Brothers Graving Company for over 40+ years.    Visitation will be Friday August 27, 2021 from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM at Royal Funeral Home.  The Celebration of Life will be Saturday August 28, 2021, 11:00 AM, at Union Grove M.B. Church.  Burial will follow at Springfield Cemetery,...

Patricia Ann Williams Sykes was born on August 13, 1969 to Charlie B. Williams and the late Lillian Houston Wilkins Williams in Farrell, MS. She confessed a hope in Christ at an early age and was a member of Greater Seekwell MB Church until their closing. Patricia “Bird” brought a ray of sunshine and great laughter every time she entered the room. She was very sweet and could make a friend wherever she went. Patricia married her knight and shining armor Darron Sykes in 2005 and...

James was born on December 17, 1964, in Vance Mississippi to Arthur and Bobbie Trotter.  He was affectionally called “Bubba” by his family and friends.  He transitioned from his earthly home on July 23, 2021, at Methodist South Hospital in Memphis TN.  He joined True Bibleway Church at an early age under the leadership Bishop Fred Monroe Dawson, where he immediately bonded with the Dawson, Suggs, and Hicks families as friends and church members. James attended...

On June 27, 2021, God called Jamie Fowler, Jr. home to rest. Jamie was born on April 29, 2001 in Clarksdale, MS.  Jamie was affectionally known as JJ and Jay. He was full of laughter and life. He began his Christian walk as a member of Mary Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, under the leadership of Rev. Owen W. Robinson, Sr., where he served as a Junior Deacon on the deacon board. He attended Coahoma County School District and the Jackson Public School District. Jamie was growing into a...

IN LOVING MEMORY OF BARBARA MCNUTT FAIR Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid." John 14:27  Barbara McNutt Fair was born in Clarksdale, MS to Tommy Sr. and Ruthie McNutt on April 8, 1986. Barbara was the epitome of beauty, inside and out, and had a unique personality. She had a heart of gold. She was truly a gift from God and gifted in many...

Ignatius Weddington, Jr. was born March 19, 1981 to Ignatius Weddington, Sr. and Diann Welch of Clarksdale, MS. He was a graduate of Clarksdale High School Class of 1999. He received his Bachelors of Science from Mississippi State University in 2004. Ignatius gave his life to Christ at an early age at Rise Again Missionary Baptist Church in Clarksdale, MS. Ignatius enjoyed activities such as singing, listening to various musical artists - his favorites being Mariah Carey and...

Terry Kent Glasper was born September 11, 1954 in Mound Bayou, MS to the late King Glasper, Sr.  and Queen Hubbard Glasper. Terry was preceded in death by his parents, a brother King Glasper, Sr. and two sisters Blanche Porter and Christine Jackson. Terry attended Aggie Agricultural High School. Terry worked for the Holiday Inn and the City of Clarksdale for many years. He was also a great plumber. Terry was baptized at an early age under the leadership of Pastor E.T. Smith at New...

Johnny B. Smith Sr. was born March 24, 1946 to the union of the late John L. Smith and Everlena Smith in Glendora, Mississippi. He joined the army in October, 1966 and served as a Sargent in the Vietnam War where he received the National Defense Service Medal, the Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device, the Vietnam Service Medal, the Combat Infantryman’s Badge, One Overseas Bar, the Bronze Star Medal with “V” Device, Marksman (Rifle M-16), Expert (M-60MG). He was joined...