Obituary Listing

Dec 10, 2025

Sheryl Lynn Burchett-Smith, 53, of Columbus, MS, passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at Baptist Memorial Hospital-GT in Columbus, MS.

Services will be held at a later date. Lowndes Funeral Home, Columbus, MS is entrusted with all arrangements. Mrs. Sheryl is preceded in death by her parents, James William Burchett and Peggy Jean Wright Burchett.

Dec 9, 2025

John "J.B." Burnerd Cox, 91, of Columbus, MS, passed away Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at his residence.

Visitation will be Sunday, December 14, 2025, from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M. at Fairview Baptist Church in Columbus, MS. Funeral Service will be Sunday, December 14, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. at Fairview Baptist Church in Columbus, MS with Bro....

Nov 28, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of James "Jim" Carlton Ayers on November 28, 2025.  He was a beloved husband, father, brother, friend, and outdoorsman, who left this world far too soon. Jim's life was a testament to joy, loyalty, and good company—he truly never met a stranger.

The visitation will be Thursday, December 4, 2025...

Nov 27, 2025

Curtis Carlyle Collums, Jr. 77, of Columbus, MS passed away Thursday, November 27, 2025, at his residence.

Visitation will be on Friday, December 12, 2025, from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. at Lowndes Funeral Home, Columbus, MS. Memorial Service will be Friday, December 12, 2025, at 11:00 A.M. at Lowndes Funeral Home, Columbus, MS. Lowndes Funeral Home,...

Nov 25, 2025

Jimmy Wayne Smith, 69, of Columbus, MS, passed away Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at Baptist Memorial Hospital – North Mississippi in Oxford, MS.

No services are scheduled at this time. Lowndes Funeral Home, Columbus, MS entrusted with all arrangements.

Mr. Smith was a life time member of VFW Post 4272 of Columbus, MS.  He was...

Nov 25, 2025

Jerald Lamar Smith, 70, of Columbus, MS, passed away Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at his residence.

Visitation will be Saturday, November 29, 2025, from 11:00 A.M to 1:00 P.M. at Lowndes Funeral Home, Columbus, MS. Funeral Service will be Saturday, November 29, 2025, at 1:00 P.M. at Lowndes Funeral Home, Columbus, MS. Burial will follow at Memorial...

Nov 24, 2025

Lu Ann Underhill, 67 of Columbus, MS, passed away Monday,  November 24, 2025, at her residence.

No Arrangements have been made at this time. Lowndes Funeral Home, Columbus, MS, is entrusted with all arrangements.

Mrs. Underhill was born May 18, 1958, in Greenville, MI.  She is survived by her husband, Frank Underhill.

Nov 20, 2025

Cheryl Rose Foster, 71, of Columbus, MS, passed away Thursday, November 20, 2025, at Baptist Memorial Hospital- Golden Triangle in Columbus, MS.

Services will be made at a later date. Lowndes Funeral Home, Columbus, MS entrusted with all arrangements.

Mrs. Foster was born December 30, 1953, in DC to the late Herschel Palmer and Rose...

Nov 19, 2025

Joan Elizabeth Atkins "Heaven gained the most beautiful angel when you left us."

After a sudden illness, Joan Atkins (83) passed away on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on December 9, 1941, in Jacksonville, Florida to Willard and Louise Burkhart. Joan was a remarkable woman full of grace and strength...

Nov 18, 2025

Odie Lee "Buddy" Guin, Jr. of Columbus, MS, passed away Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at St. Dominic Hospital in Jackson, MS.

No service are scheduled at this time. Lowndes Funeral Home, Columbus, MS entrusted with all arrangements.

Buddy was born June 2, 1944, in Columbus, MS, to the late Odie Lee Guin, Sr. and Annie...

Nov 17, 2025

Mary Rodgers Faglie, long-time resident of Columbus, passed peacefully in her sleep at Trinity Personal Care on November 17th with her daughter, Marybeth, by her side.

Mrs. Faglie was born in Malone, Florida to Edwin A. Rodgers and Gladys Garrett Rodgers on February 21, 1925. She graduated valedictorian from Malone High School during the height of WWII...

Nov 17, 2025

Bobbie Ann Jones, 88, of Columbus, MS passed away on November 17, 2025 at her residence.

The visitation will be Friday, November 21, 2025 from 10:00 A.M. until 11:00 A.M. at Lowndes Funeral Home, Columbus, MS.  The funeral service will follow at 11:00 A.M. at the funeral home with Bro. Jordan Lollar officiating.  Burial will follow at...

Nov 16, 2025

Royal "Dean" Brock, 85 of Caledonia, MS, passed away Sunday, November 16, 2025, at his residence.

There will be a Celebration of Life, Friday, November 21, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. at his residence  (730 Freeman Road, Caledonia, MS). Burial will follow at Egger Cemetery in Caledonia, MS. Lowndes Funeral Home, Columbus, MS entrusted with all arrangements.

Nov 15, 2025

Alexander Leonard "Nelson" James, 77, of Caledonia, MS passed away on the morning of November 15, 2025 at his residence surrounded by his family.

Visitation will be Wednesday, November 19, 2025 from 12:00 P.M. to 1:00 P.M. at Lowndes Funeral Home. A memorial service will immediately follow in the chapel with Bro. Melvin Howton officiating.

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Nov 14, 2025

Shaun Michael Pearson, 60, of Sulligent, Alabama, passed away Friday, November 14, 2025, at D.C.H. Regional Medical Center in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.

No arrangements have been made at this time. Lowndes Funeral Home, Columbus, MS entrusted with all arrangements.

Mr. Pearson was born December 3, 1964, to the late Eileen Hacker. He is survived by his...

Nov 12, 2025

In the early hours of November 12, 2025, Dr. Joe M. Pate's long-standing faith became sight as he left his weary earthly body to be with Jesus.

Visitation will be Saturday, November 15, 2025, from 12:00 P.M. until 2:00 P.M. at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Columbus, MS.  The funeral service will follow at 2:00 P.M. at the...

Nov 9, 2025

Laymon Terrell Alexander, 86, of Steens, MS, passed away November 9, 2025 at his residence.

The visitation will be from 10:00 A.M. until 11:30 A.M., Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at Steens First Baptist Church.  The funeral service will follow at 11:30 A.M. at the church with Bro. Danny Avery officiating.  Burial will follow at Memorial Gardens, Columbus,...

Nov 6, 2025

William Dennis Harmon: A Life Dedicated to Service, Justice, and Knowledge

William Dennis Harmon, a beloved member of the Columbus, Mississippi community and a fierce champion for justice and service, passed away on November 6, 2025.  Born on January 28, 1956, in Birmingham, Alabama, Dennis was the son of the late Lois Ellen Bowden and...

Nov 5, 2025

Mr. Johnny Glenn Earnest, 72 of Caledonia, MS, passed away Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at Baptist Memorial Hospital- GT in Columbus, MS.

Graveside Service will be Sunday, November 9, 2025, at 3:00 P.M. at Egger Cemetery in Caledonia, MS, with Bro. Kenny Gardner officiating. Lowndes Funeral Home, Columbus, MS entrusted with all arrangements.

Mr. Earnest...

Nov 3, 2025

John Grammar, 48, of Columbus, MS passed away Monday, November 3, 2025 at his residence.

No arrangements have been made at this time. Lowndes Funeral Home entrusted with all arrangements.

Mr. Grammar was born May 27, 1977, in Columbus, MS to Lillian June Miller Grammar and John Wayne Grammar, Sr. He has one brother –...