Obituaries 03-27-25

JOE P. ETHERIDGE

Aug. 10, 1952-March 22, 2025

Funeral services for Joe P. Etheridge, 72, of Natchez, were conducted on 
Wednesday, March 26, 205 from New Beginning Community Church, with Jason 
McFarland officiating.

Interment followed at Felter-Harrigill Cemetery.

Born on Aug. 10, 1952 in Amite County to Russell Garrett Etheridge and 
Virgie Mae Whittington, he was a retired Boilermaker as well as a 
retired Nurse. He was an LPN for 24 years.

He was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing and anything else 
that let him get lost in peace in the woods.

He died on Saturday, March 22, 2025 at Meadville Convalescent Center.

He is survived by his wife, Connie Byrd Etheridge; his children, Serina 
Etheridge Blackwell and Alisha and John Dennis Hughes; his stepchildren, 
Brandi Taylor, Amanda and Justin Allred; his brothers, Jim Etheridge, RG 
Etheridge, Tommy and Jody Etheridge; his sister, Jan Blanchard; his 
grandchildren, Tyler and Payton Blackwell, Brittany and Justin Prevost, 
Chris and Faith Hughes, Zane Blackwell, Taylor Hughes, Henna Blackwell, 
Madison Williams, Bentley Hastings, Sydney Blackwell, Bryson Allred and 
Skyler Allred; and his great-grandchildren, Lilly Hughes, Lottie 
Blackwell and Bentley Prevost.

Pallbearers were Randy Blackwell, Tyler Blackwell, Zane Blackwell, 
Taylor Hughes, Justin Prevost and Justin Allred. Honorary pallbearers 
were Russell Hastings, Lavell Goode, Ethan Clark, Noah Clark and Will 
Clark.

The family would like to thank the staff at Meadville Convalescent Home, 
who cared for Mr. Etheridge during his stay, as well as the staff of 
Deaconess Hospice, especially Nurse Kanesha.

Online condolences for the family, as well as memorial tributes, can be 
made at www.marshallfuneralhomems.com.

Marshall Funeral Home was in the charge of arrangements.

BARBARA ETHERIDGE

Nov. 7, 1931-March 21, 2025

Funeral services for Barbara Etheridge, 93, of Meadville were conducted 
from the chapel of Franklin Funeral Home on Monday, March 24, 2025, 
followed by a private graveside service.

Born in the Zion Hill Community in Amite County on Nov. 7, 1931, she was 
the daughter of Walter and Evelyn Freeman.

She was a Christian and a member of Praise Cathedral Church of God. She 
worked as a Nurse's Assistant but also excelled as a Homemaker. She 
loved to cook — with her speciality being homemade biscuits and tomato 
gravy.

Later in life, she loved reading and word puzzles, along with spending 
time with her children and her family.

She died peacefully on Friday, March 21, 2025.

She is survived by her children and their spouses, Thelma and Kenneth 
DeLozier, Judy and Forrest Adair, Ronnie Etheridge, Kimble Etheridge and 
Robin Etherdige; 10 grandchildren and their respective spouses, Jeffery 
and Joy DeLozier, Chris and Jeana DeLozier, Correy and Valerie DeLozier, 
Tara and Matthew Griesbach, Ryan and Vanna Adair, Casey and Jason 
Gordon, Cody Hudson, Austin and Madison Etheridge, Hayden Etheridge and 
Summer Etheridge; her great-children and great-great-grandchildren and a 
very special friend in Bessie Jones.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 57 years, 
Eugene Etheridge, Jr.; five brothers, Bobby, Walt and Hollis Freeman as 
well as two infant brothers; two sisters, Margie Lidberg and Ruby 
Freeman; and a daughter-in-law, Tanya Etheridge.

The family would like to offer a special thank you to Ginger Garcia, 
Bonnie Oglesby and the nursing staff of Franklin County Memorial 
Hospital for their compassionate care.

The family has also requested that in lieu of flowers, please donate to 
St. Jude's Children's Hospital.

An online guestbook can be signed at www.brookhavenfuneralhome.net.

Brookhaven Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

NEWMAN VICTOR SCOTT

July 12, 1952-March 12, 2025

Funeral services for Newman Victor Scott, 72, were conducted on 
Thursday, March 20, 2025 from Roxie Baptist Church.

Born in Natchez on July 12, 1952, he was the son of Peggy Mizell and 
James William Scott. He lived a life marked by devotion to his family, 
faith and community.

A graduate of Natchez Adams High School, he continued his education at 
Mississippi State University — Hail State! — where he laid the 
foundation for a diverse and fulfilling career. He began as a Case 
Manager at the Mississippi State Department of Human Services before 
transitioning into a Life Insurance Agent then beginning a new career as 
a Production Operator Offshore.

Vic's life was deeply enriched by his love for the outdoors. He found 
joy in deer hunting, squirrel hunting with his father, dove hunting with 
family and friends and turkey hunting alongside Tommy and Jax. Fishing 
trips with his grandsons — Jaxson Beach, Stratton Flynn and Brandt 
Beach — were among his most cherished moments. When not in the woods 
or water, Papa Vic could be found cheering on his grandsons at their 
baseball, basketball, football, tennis and Quiz Bowl competitions.

Beyond his personal passions, Vic dedicated himself to service others. A 
man of deep faith, he was an active member of Roxie Baptist Church and 
served as a Youth Director at both Roxie Baptist Church and Washington 
Baptist.

His service to the community was equally profound. For 32 years, he 
played a pivotal role on the Franklin County Memorial Hospital Board of 
Trustees, shaping the future of healthcare in his region. Additionally, 
he led the Roxie Indian Mound Hunting Club as its President for 
countless years.

Above all else, Vic treasured time spent with his beloved wife of 52 
years, Kaye Scott. Together, they created a lifetime of memories through 
travel and shared experiences. His family was always at the center of 
his world.

Vic's presence was unmistakable — his booming voice filled every 
room he entered. He was known for his generosity, and those who knew him 
never doubted where they stood with him or whether the could count on 
him in time of need. Even in passing, he continued to give to others as 
a tissue and organ donor.

Vic spent his final days surrounded by his family in one of his favorite 
places — the mountains. His legacy of love, service and unwavering 
faith will inspire all who had the opportunity to know him.

He died on Wednesday, March 12, 2025 in Breckenridge, Colo.

He is survived by his wife, Kaye; his daughters and sons-in-law, 
Jennifer and Joshua Beach and Amanda and Adam Flynn; his grandsons, 
Jaxson Beach, Stratton Flynn and Brandt Beach; his sister and 
brother-in-law, Laurie and Marc Patterson; his nephews and nieces and 
their respective spouses, Jamie and Barbara Thomas, Scott and Elizabeth 
Patterson, Blaine and Kristin Patterson and Amy and Hiram Richardson.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Peggy and Billy Scott; his 
maternal grandparents, Johnny and Laurie Mizell; his paternal 
grandparents, Newman and Mazie Scott; and his great-nephew, Tullen 
Richardson.

Pallbearers were Joshua Beach, Adam Flynn, Tommy Combs, Wayne Walters, 
James West, Kinney Carlton, Blaine Patterson and Scott Patterson. 
Honorary pallbearers were J.C. Smith, Bobby Byrnes, Lavonne Combs, 
Johnny Cummins, Jerry Combs and Ralph Hale.

An online guestbook can be signed at www.franklinfh.com.

Franklin Funeral Home of Meadville was in charge of arrangements.