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Jimmie Lee Collins
A graveside celebration of life for Bro. Jimmie Lee Collins of York, who passed away Saturday, August 26, 2026, was 11 a.m. Saturday, September 5, 2026, at New Akron Cemetery, Akron, Ala. Rev. West Moore, III officiated. Public viewing and visitation was Friday, September 4, 2026, at McInnis Mortuary in Livingston. McInnis Mortuary of Livingston entrusted with all arrangements. The McInnis family along with the management and staff of McInnis Mortuary extend heartfelt and sincere sympathy to the entire bereaved Collins family.
Myron Edward Fast
Myron Edward Fast, 87, of Livingston passed away peacefully with his wife at his side at 2 a.m. Monday, Aug. 21, 2026, at Mississippi Baptist Medical Center, Jackson, Miss. He was born Dec 19, 1938, in Yorkshire, Ohio, to the late Melvin E, Thelma (Oliver) Fast. Myron is survived by his wife Helen, who he met and married in Battle Creek, Mich., Oct. 29, 1978; sons Joe (Shelly) of Porterville, Miss.; Mark (Chrissy) of Madeira, Ohio; grandchildren Kayla Fast of Starkville, Miss.; Sara (Andy) Beasley of Brandon, Miss.; Emily (Payne) Stuart of Livingston; Shelby (Jason) McMaster of Flowood, Miss.; Audrey and Oliver Fast, Madeira, Ohio; great-grandchildren Cora, Katherine, Luke, Cade; sister Delilah (Richard, deceased) Pittsenbarger and niece Annette (John) Bucher both of Piqua, Ohio; nephew Trevor (Alexandra) Bucher and son Eero of Edinburgh, Scotland; in-laws Cindy (Glen) Wood of Lexington, Ky.; Robin (Ron) Garberick; Jean, deceased (Jake) Davis, Bonnie Hite, all of Battle Creek, Mich.; Elsa, his Maine Coon lap cat, is greatly missing him. Myron’s childhood was spent at the family farm in Yorkshire, Ohio. He loved the varied animals, including ponies. He worshiped with family at the Evangelical Brethren Church, Yorkshire. The church’s age of accountability was 12 years when he chose to accept Christ, be baptized and join the Church. He graduated from Versailles (Ohio) High school with the Class of 1956. He then graduated from the Culinary Institute of America, New Haven, CT. While there he participated in New York City food shows where he received 1st place in ice carving as well as placing in culinary specialties. His first job was as a cafeteria cook at Inland Mfg. Dayton, Ohio. He began his chef career at the Elks Club, Piqua, Ohio, then progressed to the King Cole restaurant in downtown Dayton. Later he was transferred to the Indianapolis King Cole and participated in food shows there. He then transferred to ARA Food Services where he served as a Chef Manager and designed commercial kitchens. This position took him to Salina, Kan.; Upper Arlington, Ohio; Battle Creek, Mich.; Cincinnati, Ohio. During a vacation home, he presented a gourmet meal for Arlene Pohl’s Home Economics class at VHS. In 1979, his family moved home to Versailles where he was employed at the family business, Fast Insurance Agency, Inc., as President and earned his Ohio agent’s license. Always a lover of canines and cats, he volunteered as assistant leader for a Darke County 4-H Canine Club, then established and served as leader for a new 4-H canine club, “Paws With a Cause.” Several years his students earned local titles at the Great Darke County Fair entitled participation at the Ohio State Fair, in showmanship and obedience. Several students placed a 1st in showmanship at this prestigious event. He and Helen especially enjoyed hosting family and guests with cookouts at their Versailles country home. There he started a kennel breeding shelties and golden retrievers. In Sept 1989, he co-chaired with Tom Magoto the 175th Jubilee Celebration. He retired in 2005, and the couple moved south where he was well known for his hobby of woodworking, often with a waiting list of customers, providing Helen with a greenhouse for her plants and home maintenance. Always, he was cooking! As a strong-willed and opinionated man he dearly loved his family of all ages, keeping in touch with them through modern technology. At the end, doctors were amazed by how sharp and informed he was. He will be missed but never forgotten. Funeral details and Burial will be at Brock (Ohio) Cemetery. Visit bumpersfuneralhome.com to sign the online register and post condolences to the family. Arrangements entrusted to Bumpers Funeral Home of York.
Pansy Gail Hailey Long
Funeral Services for Pansy Gail Hailey Long of York, was held Saturday, September 5, 2026, at 3 p.m. at Bumpers Funeral Home Chapel, York, with Bro. Mike “Radar” Spencer officiating. Visitation services were held one hour prior to the service. Burial followed in the Sumter Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Cuba, Ala. Pansy Hailey Long, a beloved wife, mother, Nana, and friend to all, passed away on September 1, 2026, at the age of 68. Born on November 26, 1957, in Macon, Miss., Pansy was the daughter of the late EB and Evelyn Hailey. She grew up in the close-knit Binnsville community alongside her two sisters, creating cherished memories of riding horses, embracing country life, and working on the family farm. A proud 1975 graduate of Kemper Academy in Dekalb, Miss., Pansy later completed cosmetology school. However, her natural talent for organization and connecting with others led her to a fulfilling career as a bank teller, bookkeeper, and office manager. Pansy truly never met a stranger; her warm, caring, and witty personality drew people to her instantly, and her wonderful laugh could light up any room. In 1979, Pansy married the love of her life, Glenn Long. Together, they built a beautiful life and raised a son and a daughter. Pansy was a fiercely loving, protective, and proud “Mama.” As her family grew, she embraced the role of “Nana,” showering her grandchildren with unconditional love and making each family member feel uniquely special. Her nurturing spirit extended far beyond her immediate family, as she served as a second “Mama” figure to many throughout her life. An avid lover of the outdoors, Pansy developed a deep passion for deer hunting, finding peace and joy in nature. She will be remembered for her generous heart, her quick wit, and her deep devotion to those she loved. Pansy was preceded in death by her parents, EB and Evelyn Hailey; her father-in-law, Kenneth Long; and her sister, Sandy Lee. Her legacy of love lives on through her devoted husband of 47 years, Glenn Long; her son, Bob Long (Nicole); her daughter, Hailey Frith (Hunter); and her four cherished grandchildren, Juliana Abston, Avery Long, Britt Long, and Madison Frith. She is also survived by her sister, Patsy Whitcomb (Rodney); her mother-in-law, Martha Long; her brother-in-law, Johnny Lee; and numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, and lifelong friends. Pallbearers include Britt Long, Rodney Whitcomb, Rodney Collins, Reid Weaver, Tom Webb, David Armstrong, Hunter Frith, Justin Etheridge. Visit bumpersfuneralhome.com to sign the online register and post condolences to the family. Arrangements entrusted to Bumpers Funeral Home of York.
Lewis Powell
Smith’s Mortuary announces Funeral Arrangements for Mr. Lewis Powell of Eutaw. Graveside service will be 11 a.m. Thursday, September 10, 2026, at Clarence Thomas Cemetery, Eutaw. Mr. Powell body will lie in state thirty minutes prior to the service hour. Visitation will be from 2-4:30 p.m. Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at the mortuary. The staff and management at Smith’s Mortuary offer our heartfelt and sincere condolences to the family during their time of bereavement.
Walter Lewis Pruitt
A celebration of life for Bro. Walter Lewis Pruitt of York, who passed away Friday, August 28, 2026, will be 1 p.m. Saturday, September 12, 2026, at First Baptist Church, York. Rev. Edward King, church pastor, will officiate. Interment follows in Home Mission Cemetery, York. Public viewing and visitation will be 2-4 p.m. Friday September 11, 2026, at McInnis Mortuary, Livingston, and he will lie in state one hour prior to service time at the Church. McInnis Mortuary of Livingston is entrusted with all arrangements. The McInnis family along with the management and staff of McInnis Mortuary extend heartfelt and sincere sympathy to the entire bereaved Pruitt family.
Melvin McCoy Thomas
Mr. Melvin McCoy Thomas, 71, passed August 29, 2026, at Wellstar Cobb Hospital in Austell, Ga. Funeral services for will be held on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at 12 p.m. at Bethel Pine Baptist Church, Coatopa. Pastor Edmond Bell will officiate with burial in Zion Hill Cemetery, Coatopa. Visitation will be held on Friday, September 11, 2026, at Hardaway’s Funeral Services, Inc., 209 South Broad St., York, from 5-7 p.m.
Mark Luke (Thomas) Thompson
Mark Luke (Thomas) Thompson, formerly of Cuba, Ala, peacefully departed this life on September 2, 2026, in Demopolis. He was a loving son, brother, and uncle. Mark was unable to attend school due to his mental disability but was able to learn basic skills through the ARC program. He was proceeded in death by his parents, George W. Thompson, Sr. and Mariah Thompson; His siblings, George W. Thompson, Jr., Anna Mae Adams (Fred Adams); twin sister Martha Mae Lawson and nephew Edward Charles Lawson. He leaves to cherish his memory, brother-in-law Robert Lawson, his nieces and nephews, Joyce King, Fred Adams Jr., Ron Adams, Bernard Adams, Sandra Russell, Sabastian Adams, Terri Adams, Jacqueline Costict, Anna Adams, Dennis Lawson, Eric Lawson, Carol Baxter, Frederick Lawson and Sharon Nelson. Along with a host of great-nieces and great-nephews. A funeral service will be held to honor Mark’s life at Weatherly Funeral Home, York, on September 12, 2026, at 1 p.m. Following the service, he will be laid to rest at Kinterbish in Cuba, Ala., at 2:15 p.m. Family and friends are encouraged to join us for both the service and the burial.