We are deeply saddened by the tragic death of Ms. Krystal Tucker, daughter of Barbara Patrick Tucker and Joe Tucker. Ms. Tucker was killed at her place of employment as she sought to make certain her business was safe. Two other employees were injured during this act of violence. Her parents asked that we all do something to stop the violence spreading through the streets of our cities and towns. Please keep her family in your prayers.
Our community is saddened by the transition of Mrs. Evelyn Williams who transitioned Friday, February 11th in Jackson. Our prayers are with her family, especially her husband, Henry Williams, and their sons, Quitman and James. Her Graveside Memorial Service is scheduled for Saturday, February 19th at 1:00 at Lovelady Cemetery. Visitation is from 10-12 noon at W. F. Mapp Funeral Home. Concord M. B. Church pastor, Rev. Henry Patrick, will officiate and deliver her eulogy. Please remember her family and friends in your prayers.
Our prayers are with the family of Mr. and Mrs. A. J. (Elaine Purnell) Viverette. Mrs. Viverette transitioned January 28th and on the day before her Homegoing Celebration on February 12th, her husband, Mr. A. J. Viverette, transitioned. Memorial services for Mr. Viverette are incomplete and Evans Memorial Funeral Home has been entrusted with his final arrangements.
Our prayers are with the family of Mrs. Mae Ella White whose Graveside Memorial Service was held Saturday, February 12th, with Pastor E. J. Shepard officiating and delivering her eulogy. Burial was at the Sylvester U. M. Church Cemetery. Mapp Funeral Home was entrusted with final arrangements.
The Homegoing Celebration for Leverne “Sach” Smith, a graduate of Hawkins High School, was Saturday, February 14th at W. F. Mapp Funeral Home. Rev. Melvin Lyles officiated and delivered Mr. Smith’s eulogy. Ms. Kimberly Yancy participated in the order of service. Our prayers are with his family especially his children, Patricia Bell, Lianne Moore, Aaron Crisp, and Elvin Crisp.
A beautiful Graveside Memorial Service was held for Mrs. Willie Reed Warnsley February 13th at Lovelady Cemetery. Mrs. Warnsley, widow of Bobby Warnsley, Jr., transitioned February 8th. Rev. Larry Reed officiated and delivered the eulogy wherein he described her as a woman who knew the strength of peace and work. Mrs. Ira Payton was the mistress of order, and other participants were Pastor Rochelle Wright, Benita Jenkins Patterson, Celina Wright, and Evangelist Ernestine Reed. Mrs. Warnsley was remembered as a hard worker, one who loved children and helped to raised families. Our prayers are with her family especially her daughter, Lisa Michelle Warnsley, step-son Carl Angelo Warnsley, and siblings, Eva Bester, Emma Boyd, and Joe and Jim Reed. Evans Memorial Funeral Home was entrusted with her final arrangements.
Please continue to remember our readers who are facing health challenges, especially LaToya McClendon, Bonnie Russell Hodge, Jerome Mabry, Idell Payton, Viola Morgan, Gail Lee, John Lee Evans, Lamar Gatewood, Iris O’Neal Gray, Flo Chambers, Mitch and Mary Nichols, Tommy Joe Wash, London Thompson, Rita Reverette, Beverly Hollingsworth, and other readers who are facing health challenges.
Parishioners at St. Michael Catholic Church enjoyed Pastor Pasilas’ homily concerning Jeremiah placing two sources of guidance before the people, namely, human ingenuity and divine law. Jeremiah 17:5-8 is a classic example of wisdom teaching. To whom do we listen? Blessed is the one who “delights in the law of the Lord.” The outcome of choosing this way is a meaningful and fruitful life. The consequence of the opposite decision is emptiness and barrenness. What is your choice? Fr. Adolfo reminded us that as parents, we should instill basic values in our children…and we should spread the reign of God. Acceptance of this invitation could at times exact a dear price. Sharing the truth can create enemies.
St. Michael Youth Department sponsored a Youth Saturday Picnic February 12th in the Church’s Park. More than 40 young people enjoyed the soccer games and other activities as well as the delicious meal and treats.
Little Rock M. B. Church service sermon theme was, “Don’t Let Go No Matter What.” Scriptures referenced by Pastor Sheldon Thomas were Psalm 78:41, Matthew 13:54-58, and 1 John 2:16-17. According to Pastor Thomas, “We have the tendency to lose interest in some things after we’ve been in it for quite some time. We stop honoring, respecting, and noticing it. Jesus couldn’t do many miracles in his hometown because of their unbelief. We put limits on God, just like He has to struggle to do things. You have to have some Word in you to overcome the trials of this life. The Word declares, ‘Greater is He that’s in me than he that is in the world.’ The enemy tests us through the lust of the flesh, lust of the eyes, and the pride of life. That all he has so we must hold on, hold out, hold fast, and don’t let go.”
Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Kelley (Tamika) Evans on their new arrival. Chaney Lynn arrived Wednesday, February 9th. This 6 lbs 7 oz and 18 inches bundle of joy was welcomed home by her sisters, Kevrie and Kevara. Congratulations to the Evans family!
Legacy Change Agents and stakeholders in Legacy’s Save Our Youth Through Community Action (SOYTCA) join communities, churches, law enforcement department, and other entities in working to address violence in our communities. Additional details will be provided in next week’s column. Let’s continue to pray for an end to this violence and work to remove enticements encouraging violent behavior.
Kudos to Dianne McLaurin, Forest Library Branch Manager, and staff for sponsoring the Super Bowl Saturday. The event was held in the alley between the back of the Forest Library and the Forest Fire Department, and it was fun and exciting. We’re looking forward to other exciting and interesting events held at the Forest Library.
While at the Library for Super Bowl Saturday, we noticed the beautiful Black History Month book display spread on top of a unique African Kente cloth quilt made by Mattye Evans. It is most impressive and beautiful.
Special thanks to Legacy’s Executive Director Constance Burwell for sponsoring a Valentine Day Appreciation Party for Legacy staffers and volunteers.
Scott County JSU Alumni Chapter President Albert Gray announced one of several fundraising efforts for 2022. The first is a raffle of a 50-inch screen television. Further details will be available in the next weeks of this column. Contact any chapter member for information.
Happy birthday greetings to babies born between February 17th and 24th. namely, Alexis Gore and Renee Reyes (17), Desmond Towner, Suky Montoya, Thomas Colbert, Sheena Evans, and Jessie Morgan (18), Gabriela Salas and Jessie Sanders (19), Letonia Johnson (20), Latrevious Pinkston, Kristina Steele, Garnetta Harrison, and Chase Norman (21), Aseanti Palm (22), and Geoffrey Crosby (23).
Answer to Black History Month Quiz Teaser #656: The First Annual Scott County Black Rodeo was held at the Scott County Coliseum September 11, 2010. It was sponsored by the “Barrett (Ronnie and Donnie) Twins.”
Black History Month Quiz Teaser # 657: Which Mississippi artist played a pivotal role in the Black Heritage Stamp which was issued last January, 2022?
