All Obituaries

Jimmy De'Andre was born December 17, 1973, in Clarksdale, Mississippi to the proud parents of Jimmy Fair and Ms. Vernon Tartt Wagner Fair. Jimmy was educated in the public schools in Clarksdale, Mississippi. He finished his secondary education at Coahoma Agricultural High School in May of 1992.  Jimmy later attended Coahoma Community College and received certification in culinary arts. Jimmy was no stranger to work. In fact, he was considered a Jack of all trades, but he mastered...

Leonard Henderson was born Friday, September 15, 1944 in Clarksdale, MS to the late Bessie Henderson and Leonard Price.  He was reared by his loving grandparents, the late Georgia Hall-Coleman and Floyd Coleman. Leonard accepted Christ at an early age and was a faithful, lifetime member and deacon of Greater Centennial Baptist Church.   Leonard was educated in the public schools of Clarksdale, MS.  He was a 1963 graduate of W. A. Higgins High School.  He received...

Ernest Davidson was born in Clarksdale MS on July 17,1984, to Dorthy Davidson-Williams and Willie Williams. He moved to Hattiesburg, MS and graduated from Hattiesburg High School.  He worked as a truck driver. Visitation will be Friday February 24, 2023 from 4pm -5pm at Royal Funeral Home.  Funeral services will be held Saturday February 25, 2023, 11:00 am, at Union Grove MB Church. Rev. L.C. Tyler II will be officiating.  He is preceded in death by his father Willie...

Eddie Lee Rolling was called home to be with his Heavenly Father on February 10, 2023. He was born on February 4, 1943, to the late Ed and Minnie King Rolling in Lula, MS. Eddie was a member of the 1962 graduating class of Aggie High School and continued his studies at Coahoma Junior College until he was drafted in the Vietnam War in 1963. After his tour of duty, he continues his education at Coahoma Junior College and Delta State University.  While attending Delta State University he...

Fonda Denise Moore, 47, of Clarksdale, MS passed away February 9, 2023. She was born December 12, 1975 in Clarksdale, MS to Irma Jean Moore and Edward Austin. Visitation will be Saturday February 18, 2023 from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, at Royal Funeral Home. Fonda was preceded in death by Richard Moore.  Fonda leaves to cherish her memories 3 children Uniqueka (Elmer Jr.) Bernice Gregory-McGee, Shaniqueka (Armani) Denise Gregory-Hudson, Darius Dominique Ra'Chard Gregory.  

Willie B. Thomas, Jr., 75, of Clarksdale, MS passed away peacefully on Monday, February 6, 2023 with his daughters by his side. Willie B., a.k.a "Mane" was born in Clarksdale, MS on Saturday, November 22, 1947 to the late Willie B. Thomas, Sr. an Ruby Jane Thomas.  He gave his life early to Christ and was a faithful member of New Covenant M.B. Church.  As one of oldest sons, he worked odd jobs he could find starting at a young age.  His work ethnic and desire to...

MAE LIZOR WILKINS WAS BORN ON JULY 1, 1933 TO THE LATE MR.AND MRS. CHARLIE AND PINKIE HARRIS. MAE WAS CALLED HOME TO BE WITH THE LORD ON JANUARY 24, 2023 AT THE AGE OF 89 YEARS OLD. MAE RECEIVED CHRIST AT AN EARLY AGE UNDER THE LEADERSHIP OF REV. HEDRICK AS A MEMBER OF ZION TRAVELERS MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH WHERE SHE WAS A ACTIVE MEMBER OF VARIOUS COMMITTEES INCLUDING DR. WATTS AND THE MOTHER BOARD UNTIL HER HEALTH PREVENTED HER FROM PARTICIPATION. AS THE ELDEST OF 14, MAE WORKED AS A...

 Life Reflections of  Mr. Willie Coger, Jr. Willie Coger, Jr. was born March 23, 1943 to the late Lillie Mae Hill and Willie Coger, Sr. of Clarksdale, MS. He confessed a hope in Christ at an early age. Willie was a member of Friendship AME Church.  Willie was a lifelong resident of Clarksdale, MS.  God saw that Willie was getting tired so he put his loving arms around him and whispered, "Come with Me." Visitation will be Friday January 20, 2023 at Royal...

Mary Frances Conley was born August 23, 1941, to Willie B. and Ruby Jane Thomas in Coahoma County. She departed this life at the age of 81 on Saturday, January 14, 2023, peacefully in her home. Mary, known as Madea to family and friends, was a member of Faith Temple Church of God in Christ where she served faithfully as an usher and choir member. She later joined Jesus is Real Ministries of Clarksdale, MS where she continued to serve as an usher and sang in the choir. She enjoyed singing...

On a cool and cloudy day, Dec.19,1977 a beautiful baby girl was born to the late Elvira Bryant and the late Ed Harper Sr. in Clarksdale, MS. She confessed a hope in Christ at an early age and became a baptized believer at Mt. Carmel MB Church under the leadership of the late Rev. Lloyd Johnson.  She was educated in the Coahoma County School district and was a 1997 graduate of Coahoma County High School. She was employed in many different capacities before her health...