All Obituaries

Mrs. Clara Bell Anderson, a native of Pushmataha, AL, was born to the late Dock and Myra Harris on April 23, 1925. She confessed Christ at an early age and joined Mt. Nebo Missionary Baptist Church, where she remained a member until her death.  She received her wings on February 26, 2020 to enter the land of milk and honey. She was one of 9 children.  Clara was preceded in death by her sister, Lillie M. Burton; brothers, Willie Harris, Eddie Harris, Sylvester Harris, Earl Harris,...

Overseer Willie David Wimbley, Sr. was born June 9, 1949 in Barlow, Alabama to Gene and Wilma Wimbley.  He was the eldest of four born to this union. Overseer Wimbley accepted Christ at an early age at the Church of God Pentecostal, where he remained a faithful member until God led him elsewhere.  In 1972, he was the first deacon elected at the Church of God Pentecostal (Butler, AL) under Pastor Leroy Henry, along with Mr. Paul Usher.  In 1978, he answered his call to...

Allen F. Rainey was born August 5, 1962 in Lisman, Alabama to the Late Frank and Jessie Rainey, Jr.  He departed this life on February 5, 2020 at the age of 57. He was preceded in death by his parents. He leaves to cherish his memory 1 brother Steve (Patricia) Rainey of Zachary, LA; and 5 sisters:  Mary (James) Wood of Sacramento, CA; Lillie Rainey of Butler, AL; Willie (Anderson) Lake of Lisman, AL; Letha Rainey of Birmingham, AL; Denise (Henry) Williams of Pinson, AL; and a...

Mr. Johnathan Willis was born to Thomas and Clozell Willis on December 29, 1975 in Meridian, Mississippi. Jonathan was baptized at Pleasant Hill Missionary Baptist Church at an early age. In 1994, he graduated from Choctaw County High School in Butler, AL.  In 1998, he earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Alabama A & M University in Normal, AL. After graduating from college, Jonathan moved to Atlanta, GA and worked for many years before returning home to...

On December 11, 1920, Katie Bell was born to the late Corine and Rodger Collins in Choctaw County (Riderwood), Alabama.  She was the eldest of 12 siblings; 10 siblings preceded her in death.  One sister remains, Ida Lee Sasser (Chester). Katie confessed Christ at an early age and joined the Wahalak Missionary Baptist Church of Butler, Alabama.  Katie Bell loved her church, and remained faithful in her service; whether making speeches, singing on the choir, or serving as...

Dianne Bell Tucker was born to the late Ulysses and Mary Ann Coleman Bell on December 5, 1963 in Lisman, AL.  Dianne attended school in Choctaw County School System in Butler, AL.  She departed this earthly life and transitioned to her Heavenly Home on January 14, 2020 at Anderson Regional Medical Center at the tender age of 56 years old. Dianne was a homemaker and a loving mother to her children and grandchildren. She truly loved her family and spending time with...

Wayne Anderson was born in Butler, Alabama, on August 24, 1958, to the late Roosevelt and Catherlean (Jones) Anderson. Wayne accepted Christ at an early age at Oak Grove Baptist Church and later joined Pineville Missionary Baptist Church. He was married to Nona Estine Williams. The union was blessed with three children: Tarisa, Roderick, and Brandon. He peacefully departed this life at home on Tuesday, November 26, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. Wayne attended Choctaw County Public...

Reverend Doctor Oliver Sealey, Sr. was born January 3, 1939, in Jena, Alabama, to the late Mr. and Mrs. A. C. and Mary F. Peebles Sealey.  He was the sixth of thirteen siblings.  Dr. Oliver Sealey transitioned from this life to his eternal home on Sunday, December 1, 2019, at his home with his family by his side. At an early age, Oliver experienced the joy of the Lord as he received Christ as his personal Savior.  He then became a member of Zion Hill Baptist Church in Jena,...

Willie Earl was born on October 5, 1947 to the Late Bevil and Lucille Hill Dubose. He confessed his life to Christ at an early age and join Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. He was united in marriage with Hazel Marsh Dubose. They were blessed with four children. One preceded in death. He was also proceeded in death by his sisters Johnnie Kate Traylor, Mollie Mae Traylor, Louise D. Graham and brothers Henry Lee Dubose and Bishop Curtis Dubose, Sr. He leaves to cherish his loving memories two...

Brother Thomas “Bubber” Howard Marsh, age 72, of Lisman, Alabama gained his heavenly wings the early morning of Tuesday, October 8, 2019, at his residence. Thomas was born February 23, 1947, to the late Alphonso and Ethel Marsh in Lisman, Alabama.  He accepted Christ at an early age and joined the Gilfield Missionary Baptist Church. He was a graduate of Choctaw County Training School, Lisman, Alabama in 1965, Stillman College, Tuscaloosa, Alabama and he also attended...