Obituaries 10-29-26

IRENE FARR WILKINSON

April 20, 1933-Oct. 24, 2026

Funeral services for Irene Farr Wilkinson, 93, were conducted on 
Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026 from Praise Cathedral Church of God, with Rev. 
Greg Arnold officiating. A graveside service followed at Roxie Cemetery.

Born in Roxie on April 20, 1933 to Edwin G. and Armenia Lehmann Farr, 
she worked at Armstrong Tire Plant in Natchez prior to retiring. She was 
a seamstress, great cook, artist, nurturer and loving mother to her 
children.

She was a member of Praise Cathedral Church of God in Meadville. She was 
known for her quick wit and was always willing to talk to you about the 
Blood of Jesus. She would, without fail, plead the Blood of Jesus over 
you before ending the conversation.

She didn't like to say goodbye to anyone. Instead, she would say, 
"See you later." She made her home in Bude with her beloved little 
dogs, Sugar and Lady.

She died peacefully on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026 with her children by her 
side.

She is survived by her children and their respective spouses, Darryl and 
Patsy Wilkinson, Janet "Missy" and Larry Edwards, Natalie Wilkinson 
and Letitia and Brian Etherdige; six grandchildren and seven 
grandchildren with another one on the way; and a sister, Pollye Diamond 
of Braselton, Ga.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Lewis Walker Wilkins, Jr.; her 
parents and two sisters, Charlene Graham and Edwina King.

Pallbearers were Taylor Wilkinson (a grandson), Robert Smith, Wade 
Touchstone, Clayton Price, Wayne Berryhill and Keith Watson. Honorary 
pallbearers were David Beebe and Jimmy Dale Edwards.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Brookhaven 
Animal Rescue League at barl.net.

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

Franklin Funeral Home of Meadville was in charge of arrangements.

BEVERLY JEAN

CALCOTE

March 20, 1943-Oct. 22, 2026

Funeral services for Beverly Jean Calcote, 83 were conducted on 
Tuesdsay, Oct. 27, 2026 from Meadville Baptist Church, with Brother 
Keith Smith and Brother Don Tate officiating.

Born on March 20, 1943 in McComb to Clinton and Elizabeth Freeman, she 
was a member of the Lord's church and worshipped at Meadville Baptist 
Church for 62 years. She taught Sunday School and well as serving on 
various committees for many of those years.

She went on mission trips to Peru and Romania. Beverly had a strong 
faith, loved her Lord, lived for Him and wanted others to have a saving 
knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ.

One of Beverly's favorite Scriptures was I Corinthians 15:57: "But 
thanks be to God who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus 
Christ."

She attended and graduate from the three-year diploma program for 
nursing from St. Dominic School of Nursing in Jackson. She was a 
Registered Nurse for 38 years. She worked in every capacity of nursing 
— from surgery, endoscopy, ICU, CCU, ER to being Director of Nursing 
for seven years at Franklin County Memorial Hospital. She taught the 
nurses at that time the first cardiac critical care course at FCMH.

She died on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026 at her residence.

She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Charles Calcote; her 
daughter, Jackie Smith; her sisters and brothers-in-law, Sandy and Jesse 
Singleton and Wanda and Tommy Simmons; her brother and sister-in-law, 
Wendell and Joyce Freeman; and a host of nieces, nephews and extended 
family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Clinton and Elizabeth Freeman; 
a son-in-law, Lee Roy Smith II; and a nephew, Levi Freeman.

Pallbearers were Trey Hill, David Campbell, Jack Hollingsworth, Mike 
Goff and Warren Walker. Honorary pallbearers were Jessie Singleton, 
Tommy Simmons, Stan Simmons, Dooley Simmons, Jacob Singleton, Wendell 
Freeman, Wayne Calcote, Butch Calcote and Billy Calcote.

Memorials made be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital.

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

Franklin Funeral Home of Meadville was in charge of arrangements.

GLORIA WRIGHT FROST

March 29, 1941-Oct. 21, 2026

Funeral services for for Gloria Wright Frost, 85, of Bude, were 
conducted on Friday, Oct. 23, 2026 from the Chapel of Franklin Funeral 
Home.

Interment followed at Adams United Methodist Cemetery in Summit.

Born on March 29, 1941 in Brookhaven, she was the daughter of Thomas J. 
Wright and Geraldine Brister Wright. She grew up in Bogue Chitto.

A devoted mother, grandmother and cherished friend, she will be 
remembered for her generosity, compassionate heart and the countless 
ways she cared for others throughout her life.

She died peacefully on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026, surrounded by her 
family.

She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, JoAnn and Todd Waycaster 
of Natchez; her grandchildren and their respective spouses, Nicholas and 
Kelly Waycaster, Michale Waycaster and Mary Virginia Waycaster, as well 
as a host of other family and friends.

She is also survived by Barry Tyson and Trey Hill, who were like sons to 
her, and her beloved friend, Joyce Gardiner of Bude, England. Each one 
held a special place in her heart and was a treasured part of her life.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Joe D. Frost; her 
parents, Thomas J. Wright and Geraldine Brister Wright; her sister, Kay 
Maness; and her grandson, John Connor Waycaster.

The family offers their sincere appreciation to the compassionate staff 
of Compassus Hospice Services for their kinds, comfort and loving care. 
The family also expresses their heartfelt gratitude to her devoted 
caregiver and favorite sidekick, Mrs. Patricia Gipson, whose friendship, 
companionship and tender care brought her so much joy and support. Her 
family will be forever grateful for Patricia's love and kindness.

Psalm 23

Matthew 11:28-30

Revelation 21:4

Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord.

and let perpetual light shine upon her.

May she rest in peace. 

May her soul and the souls of all the faithful departed

through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.

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

Franklin Funeral Home of Meadville was in charge of arrangements.

ROGER RATCLIFF

Jan. 7, 1948-Oct. 20, 2026

Funeral services for Roger Ratcliff, 78, of Meadville, were conducted on 
Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026 from the Chapel of Franklin Funeral Home, with 
Brother Ben Goff officiating.

Born in Natchez on Jan. 7, 1948, he was the son of Loyd Dezel Ratcliff 
and Shirley LeBeaux Ratcliff. He enjoyed sports, especially golf and 
basketball or whatever sport FC was playing at the time.

He was a coach at Franklin County High School for 30 years and was a 
lifelong Bulldog fan. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather.

Lovingly known as "Coach Rat," Roger had friends throughout Franklin 
County and he truly never met a stranger. Whether he was at a ballgame, 
running errands or simply out and about, he always seemed to run into 
someone he knew. When his wife sent him to the store for an ingredient 
she needed, she never quite knew when he would return, as a quick trip 
often turned into a long visit with a friend.

Roger's friendly nature and genuine love for people left a lasting 
impression on everyone he met, and he will be deeply missed by all who 
knew and loved him.

He died on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026 at Merit Health River Oaks in Flowood.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Marsha Ratcliff; his daughter 
and son-in-law, Rose and Daniel Scherer; and son, Ryan Ratcliff; his 
grandchildren, Noah, Sophie, Roman, Paisley, Kinley and Emerson; and a 
host of family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Loyd and Shirley Ratcliff; and 
his sister, Carolyn Sandel.

The family requests memorials be madd in his name to St. Jude's 
Children's Hospital.

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

Franklin Funeral Home of Meadville was in charge of arrangements.