Carolina Duckworth

The remarkable life of Carolina Duckworth began on January 25, 1966, in Friars Point, Mississippi, born to Odell and Dorothy Duckworth. Known for her vibrant smile and infectious sense of humor, Carolina touched the lives of many with her outgoing personality and caring spirit.

A beloved babysitter, cook, and friend, Carolina was recognized for her outspoken nature and her genuine love for her family and friends. She was a lovely person who always put others first and enjoyed sharing her warmth and laughter with those around her.

Carolina confessed her faith and hope in Jesus Christ at an early age at Friendship M. B. Church under the leadership of Pastor Robert Watkins. Her faith was her anchor and comfort throughout her life.

On Saturday, May 24, 2025, God called his precious jewel to her eternal home.  Visitation will be Friday, May 30, 2025, 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM, at Friendship M.B. Church, 1600 Alice Street, Friars Point, MS 38631.  The Celebration of life will be Saturday, May 31, 2025, 2:00 PM, at Beautiful Zion M.B. Church, 5 Highway 61, Friars Point, MS 38631.  Burial will follow at Friars Point Cemetery.  Rev. Robert Watkins will be officiating.

She was preceded in death by her son, Johnaris Duckworth; her parents, Odell and Dorothy Duckworth; her grandmother, Niece Brown; brothers Jimmy Lee and Odell Duckworth Jr.; sister Christine McGregory Johnson; and dear friends Debra Hinton and Ruth Moore.

Carolina leaves to cherish her memory her beloved daughter, Carnisha Duckworth, of Friars Point, MS; her two grandchildren, Li’Narius and Libertii Smith; her brothers Benard Duckworth, Dennis (Tammie) Duckworth of Friars Point, MS, and Lionel (Lillian) Duckworth of Clarksville, TN; her sisters Loretha Davis of Friars Point, MS, Mary (Walter) Collins of Clarksdale, MS, and Louvivian Duckworth of Killeen, TX. She also leaves behind a special nephew, Davorris Davis of Des Moines, Iowa, and a special niece, Pedacious Bee of Memphis, TN, whom she raised until her health declined. Additionally, she leaves a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends, including her dear friends Calvin Bass, Lynn Giles, and Leanna Smith.

Carolina’s legacy is one of love, humor, and faith. She will be deeply missed but fondly remembered by all whose lives she touched.

We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord.

2 Corinthians 5:8

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