Obituaries 04/30/20

Mildred Evelyn Oswalt Bailey

OAKLAND—Mildred Evelyn Oswalt Bailey, 96, passed away on April 23, 2020, at her home in Oakland.

She was born December 13, 1923, to Hattie Mae Oswalt and Charles Oswalt. Mrs. Bailey was a lifetime member of Pope Baptist Church and was a member of the Ladies VFW Auxiliary. She enjoyed several hobbies, such as quilting, crocheting, and cooking. She loved her vegetable garden and especially took great pride in her tomatoes. Mrs. Bailey was generous to a fault and would lend a  helping hand to anyone in need. She will be remembered as a very devout Christian lady, who  loved the Lord, her family, and friends.

Left to cherish her memory is her loving family, including two daughters, Evelynn O. Elliott (Willard) and Linda Oakes (Robert), all of Pope; three sons, Charles Thomas (Patricia) and Raymond David Thomas, all of Oakland, and James Thomas of Dallas, Texas; one sister, Loyce Fuggitt of Overland Park, Kan.; two brothers, Billy Oswalt and James Oswalt of Wichita, Kan.; and 13 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold Bailey; and her parents.

A private graveside service will be held in Enid Oakhill Cemetery at Enid. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Pope Baptist Church. Arrangements are entrusted to Dickins Funeral Home.

Due to social distancing restrictions, graveside guests are limited to eight, therefore it is requested that the public respect a private family service to accommodate these requirements.

Mable Lynn Hervey Carthon-Johnson

ARNOLD, MARYLAND—Mable Lynn Hervey Carthon-Johnson passed away in Future Care of Chesapeake at Arnold, Maryland on April 22, 2020. She was  75.

Mable was born June 13, 1944, in Water Valley, the  oldest child of Ned and Mable Alexander Hervey.  She graduated from Davidson High School in 1964. She lived on her parent’s farm until she married Edward Carthon of Water Valley March 22, 1964.

During their marriage she and her husband raised two daughters, Kathy and Sharon, while traveling with the military, and finally making their home in Gambrills, Maryland. Mable held various jobs through the years, but her absolute favorite was being a bus driver for Avis at BWI Airport, where she was able to meet many celebrities, such as Phyllis Hyman. She was a founding member of the Daughters of Sarah Lodge #8 in June of 1995, where she became an illustrated Matron with a degree of Deputy Matron.

After Edward passed away in 1983, she met and married Jeremiah Johnson on December 8, 1986. While married to Jeremiah, she helped to raise his five children: Shaun, Ryan, Sonette, Austin, and Urias.

Mable is survived by her two daughters, Kathy Carthon and Sharon Guthrie (Samuel); her five step-children, Shaun Johnson (Kerry Anne), Ryan Johnson (Lana), Sonette Johnson-Primo (Lloyd), Austin Johnson-Ohrberg (Jonas), and Urias Johnson (Karissa); grandchildren, Kathy Lee and Mark Lee (Victoria); siblings, Amos Hervey (Catherine) of Wichita, Kan., Annette Westmoreland (Lee) of Buckeye, Ariz., Jesse Hervey (Grace) of Newark, Del., Elgenia McClish of Wichita, Kan., Deroy Hervey (Julianna) of Glen Burnie, Md.; and a host of cousins, nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her sister, Flora Mae Norphlet; her father, Ned Hervey; her mother, Mable Hervey; her brother, George Hervey; and a grandson, Theodore Lee.

Due to the coronavirus restrictions, Mable is being cremated and a memorial service will be held at a later date when everyone can celebrate her life together.

Darrell Scott Riley

HIXSON, TENN.—Darrell Scott Riley, age 59, of Hixson, Tenn., died Tuesday, April 21, 2020, at his home.

Born July 13, 1960, in Water Valley, he was a son of the late Billy and Patricia Hart Riley. After high school graduation, Scott received a Bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Mississippi. After retiring from Innocore, Scott lived a simple life, making his  home on the beautiful Chickamauga Lake.  His joys were many, which included golfing, Ole Miss Rebels sports and watching NASCAR. Scott was very patriotic and an avid supporter of President Donald Trump.

A “drive-through” visitation was held in the parking lot of Seven Oaks Funeral Home Saturday, April 25, from 1 until 2 p.m. This was followed by a private family service in the Henry Chapel of the funeral home with Rev. Ian Hammond officiating. Interment was in Oak Hill Cemetery at Water Valley.

Scott is survived by one son, Cullen Clabo of Chattanooga, Tenn.; two sisters, Trina Finley (Jamey) of Saltilo and Denise Boxx (Charles) of Coffeeville; one nephew, Dale Finley (Emily); and four nieces, Hanna Hammond (Ian), Beth Haggerty (Sean), Leah Boxx, and Sarah Boxx.

Donations in Scott’s memory can be given to the American Diabetes Association (www.diabetes.org) and/or Reformed University Ministries (Non-Profit employer of Scott’s niece) https://givetoruf.org/Donate?producid=2398

Condolence cards for the family can be sent to: Trina Finlay via email to trfinleychick@yahoo.com or to 114 Water Front Dr., Saltillo, MS 38866.

Willie Mae Heath Brannon Smith

GRENADA—Willie Mae Heath Brannon Smith, 93, of Grenada passed away Sunday, April 26, 2020, in Providence Assisted Living.

Born September 6, 1926, in Carroll County, she was a daughter of the late Guy William and Cornelia Vance Heath. She worked for many years at Pennaco Hosiery in Grenada and was a member of Wayside Baptist Church. Mrs. Willie Mae will be fondly remembered for her decadent caramel cakes that were enjoyed by so many. Her sweet spirit and positive outlook on life will be measured by her loved ones for generations to come.

A private graveside service will be held in Grenada Memorial Garden with Rev. Rickey Harris officiating.

Survivors include four daughters, Brenda Thomas of Southaven, Liz Trotter of Brighton, Tenn., Mae White of Oxford and Doris Hodges of Grenada;  one son, David Brannon of Scobey; four sisters, Mary Ann Mays and Shelly Caffey, both of Grenada, Dorothy Clark of Holcomb, and Edna McMahan of Grenada; one brother, Bobby Heath of Grenada; 13 grandchildren; and 10 great-grandchildren. 

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husbands, George Brannon and Hention Smith; two sisters, Grace Collins and Sue Helen Heath; two brothers, Guy Heath, Jr. and John W. Heath; and a grandson, Derrick Hodges. 

Memorials may be directed to Wayside Baptist Church. Arrangements have been entrusted to McKibben and Guinn Funeral Service in Grenada. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.mckibbenandguinn.com

Malcolm Walton Shaw

COFFEEVILLE—Malcolm Walton Shaw, Sr., 77, of Coffeeville passed from this life on April 23, 2020, at  his  home.

Born April 9, 1943, in Coffeeville, Malcolm was a son of the late Clyde Edwin Shaw and Mildred Estelle Walton Shaw.

Private First-Class Malcolm Shaw faithfully served his country in the Army during the Vietnam Conflict as a member of the 31st Infantry. He was honorably discharged from the armed forces on September 23, 1967. Upon his return from the war, Malcolm settled back  into  his hometown to farm. He spent many seasons of his life cultivating crops as a farmer in the great outdoors. A true sportsman, Malcolm was a member of the Skuna Deer Club. He found great joy in spending time with God’s creatures from the thrill of deer hunting to the serenity of fishing.

Malcolm leaves behind a loving family, including his wife, Carolyn Newsom Shaw of Coffeeville; one son Malcolm Shaw, Jr. (Wanda) of Fulton; a son-in-law, Richard Manning of Drew;  and four grandchildren, Lake McNeer, Kyle McNeer, Erin Shaw and Landon Shaw.

In addition to his parents,  he was preceded in death by two daughters, Mildred Shaw Manning and Millie Ellane Shaw Saxon; a son-in-law, Ronnie Saxon; five brothers, Edwin Shaw, Eugene Shaw, Gillespie Shaw, Jerry Shaw, and Wesley Shaw; and two sisters, Mildred Repass and Judy Green. 

A graveside service remembering Malcolm’s life was held Saturday, April 25, at 2 p.m. in Memory Memorial Garden with Bro. Kevin Rea and Bro. Reggie Miller officiating. Pallbearers were Joey Shaw, Smiley Arrington, Ray Schmitz, III, Todd Fulford, Christopher Shaw, Hunter Shaw, Adam Shaw, and Gaylon Gray. Terry Jones, Ray Schmitz, and Mack Wilburn were honorary pallbearers.

Parker Memorial Funeral Home of Bruce and Vardaman was honored to serve the family in planning the remembrance of Malcolm’s life. On line condolences may be composed at parkermemorialfuneralhomes.com

Beatrice Martin Sims

WATER VALLEY—Mrs. Beatirce Martin Sims died April 22, 2020. She was born October 4, 1926.

Visitation was held Sunday, April 26, from 3-5 p.m. in Townes Funeral Home, 14342 Hwy. 8, Grenada. A graveside service was held Monday, April 27, at 11 a.m., in Pine Grove Church Cemetery, Water Valley, with Rev. Amos Sims and Pastor Robert Reed officiating.

Grace Maldene White

WATER VALLEY—Grace Maldene White, age 83, of Water Valley died peacefully Monday, April 27, 2020, at her home with family by her side.

Born September 6, 1936, in Water Valley, she was a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Willie Williams. In high school, Grace loved sports and won the Women’s High School Athletic Award. After graduating from high school, she and Bo married and began their adventures, traveling around the world while Bo served in the Navy. While in Spain, Grace found a new hobby in bowling. She eventually became a member of the Southern Mix Bowling Team, and bowled in 37 national women’s tournaments. She also loved golfing, and sewing, but her greatest love was her family. After settling back in Water Valley, she worked at Holley Carburetor, and retired after 15 years. She was a member of Bethel Baptist Church.

The family will  hold a private family service Wednesday, April 29, in the Sylva Rena Church Cemetery at 2 p.m. with Bro. Shane Crawford officiating.

Grace is survived by her husband of 65 years, Henry (Bo) White; one son, Bodie White (Gloria) of Water Valley; two daughters, Deborah Blackwell (Lance)  of Shepherd, Texas, and Cheryl Mims (Mark) of Lopeville, Tenn.

Along with her parents, Grace was preceded in death by one grand-daughter, Korah Grace White.

Seven Oaks Funeral Home was honored to be entrusted with arrangements.