Porter Funeral Home

06/17/2026

Mrs. Barbara Jean Luke Sullivan, 90, passed away on Tuesday, June 16, at the Oak Cottage at the Winston County Nursing Home. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Friday, June 19, at Porter Funeral Home, with Rev. Mike Childs officiating. Visitation will be 12:00-2:00. Interment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Barbara was born on October 1, 1935, in Winston County, Mississippi, to Clarence and Birtie Harrison Luke. A proud graduate of Nanih Waiya High School, she built a life rooted in hard work, dedication, and a love for her community and family..
Barbara served in the Winston County Tax Assessor’s Office and spent many years as a teller at Sunburst Bank, later Union Planters Bank, where she enjoyed getting to know the people she served. She also fulfilled a dream of owning her own dress shop, La Tienda, sharing her eye for fashion with others. Even after retirement, she remained active by working part-time at Fashion Boutique, where she continued doing what she loved and connecting with friends and customers alike.
Barbara grew up in the Nanih Waiya community, surrounded by her many Luke cousins and the close-knit family that helped shape her life. She played basketball in high school and carried that love of sports with her throughout the years, finding immense joy in cheering on her daughters and grandchildren from the sidelines. An accomplished bowler, she especially loved the friendly competition and never missed an opportunity to surprise her teenage grandsons by beating them during family vacations.
Christmas was Barbara’s favorite time of year, and she embraced the season with unmatched enthusiasm. The Christmas tree often went up in October, marking the beginning of months spent planning every detail of the holiday celebration. She lovingly baked each grandchild’s favorite Christmas cookies, making sure everyone felt remembered and cherished, and took great pride in preparing a meal that brought the family together.
Barbara was also an Ole Miss fan, proudly supporting the Rebels, despite the good-natured teasing from her Mississippi State–loving sons-in-law.
Barbara was a faithful and devoted member of First Methodist Church, where her quiet faith and commitment to her church family were an important part of her life.
Her love for family traditions, her playful spirit, and the joy she found in creating lasting memories will be treasured by all who knew and loved her.
Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, and her husband, Paul B. Sullivan, her brothers, Jimmy Luke, Tommy Jack Luke and James O’Neil Luke.

She is survived by three daughters, Pam (Rick) Davis of Fort Worth, TX, Jan Randle of Louisville, and Lisa (Jamie) McMillin of Louisville; a sister, Lynda (Alex) Jolly of Brandon, MS; eight grandchildren, Jon Davis of Fort Worth, TX, Will Massey of Louisville, Jonathan (Meredith)McMillin of Madison, MS, Nathan (Roberta) Davis of Fort Worth TX, Jay (Megan) McMillin of Louisville, Daniel (Tia) Parker of Louisville, Paul (Hannah) McMillin of Starkville, MS, Barbara (Patrick) Ezell of Clinton, MS and sixteen great grandchildren. She also leaves behind four sister-in-laws and a host of nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers will be Will Massey, Jay McMillin, Paul McMillin, Jonathan McMillin, Daniel Parker, and Patrick Ezell. Honorary pallbearers will be Rick Davis, Jamie McMillin, and Britt Hamill.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Barbara’s memory may be made to St. Jude’s Children Research Hospital or First Methodist Church of Louisville.

06/15/2026

Charles Albert Waggoner
It seemed Charlie secretly wanted to be Daniel Boone. He certainly had the skills, the ability to rough it, and love of nature to qualify. Dubbed “boo baby” by an oncology clinic friend, Charlie was born on halloween day, 1951, in Meridian, MS, in a hospital, not the woods he loved. After 74 years, on June 12, 2026, he passed peacefully into the heavenly home Jesus prepared for him from Oktoc Road in Starkville, MS.
Charlie is survived by his wife Paula Simmons Waggoner, and siblings Janie Waggoner and James Waggoner. He was preceded in death by his parents Buford and Lodeena Waggoner, and by his first wife Debborah Harvey Waggoner. Numerous nieces and nephews, as well as other relatives and friends-like-family will miss his wit, warmth, wisdom, and servant spirit.
Colon cancer took this tough-as-nails wise man after a 13-year battle. Never defined by this struggle, Charlie continued over the years to contribute professionally and to vigorously pursue varied interests. A generous man, Charlie was known for hauling a ball of MSU cheese through the halls of UAB Hospital or MD Anderson to present to his current favorite surgeon.
Ever the creative scientist, he could be spotted developing his own large format black and white photos, or at the lathe turning a bowl typically as a gift. The joy of chasing deer, hunting squirrels with his dad, walking back home through the woods at sunset, all spoke to him of his God. He recognized that “fishing didn’t solve any problems, but it sure pushed ‘em back so you could get a good look at ‘em.”
Verified as “bleeding maroon,” Charlie was Mississippi State to the core, and grew up on one of MSU’s vast experiment stations, run by his agronomist dad. After graduation from East Central Community College in Decatur, MS, Charlie earned his B.S. in Biochemistry, his M.S. in Biochemistry, and his Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry, all at Mississippi State University.
While at ECCC Charlie met and later married Debbie Harvey in 1973. God forged a strong loving union through life and health issues. After years in Starkville, they moved to Chattanooga, TN, where he led the establishment for Chattanooga State of the division of environmental science and technology. This division included chemical technology, industrial hygiene, fire science, industrial safety and health physics technology.
After Debbie died in 1995, Charlie returned to Mississippi State in 1997, where he served in various capacities and led research activities at Institute for Clean Energy Technology from 2005 to 2020. He led graduate research, served on graduate committees, and retired in 2020 with the rank of Research Professor and Director Emeritus of ICET.
After 17 years of being alone after Debbie’s death, at the ripe old age of 60, Charlie was pleasantly stunned at God’s love match for him with Paula. They enjoyed 14 richly blessed years together as God stretched each of them in their dependence on Him for every breath.
Professionally, Charlie’s technical contributions to improve public health and safety from nuclear facilities worldwide were significant and worthy of several notable awards. His over 30 years of consulting and support to the US Department of Energy resulted in being recognized by DOE management with the Distinguished Career Service Award in 2021, which is presented only in unusual circumstances. He supported international standards by serving in a volunteer capacity on the ASME Committee on Nuclear Air and Gas Treatment for over 20 years, and he was awarded the ASME Outstanding Service Medal in 2025.
Charlie’s support to the annual Waste Management Conference as a session leader and contributor were recognized worldwide. His work at Mississippi State University in various technical and management roles, including retiring as Director of the Institute for Clean Energy Technology, resulted in this organization now being the world-recognized center of excellence for nuclear air cleaning research and development. He was well-respected by his peers and provided valuable and meaningful mentorship to several upcoming engineers.
A celebration of Charlie’s life will be held on Wednesday, June 17, at 2:00 p.m. at Porter Funeral Home in Louisville, MS, with visitation from 12 noon until the service time. Interment will be at Clifton Community Cemetery in Scott County, MS.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation be made to First Methodist Church of Louisville or the charity of choice.

06/15/2026

Mrs. Sara Belle Porter Goodin, 84, passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at her home in Shuqualak, MS. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Tuesday, June 16th, at Porter Funeral Home, with Rev. Corey Jackson officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday from 1:00 P.M. until service time at the funeral home. Interment will be in Good Hope Cemetery. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Sara was born April 9, 1942, in Louisville, MS, to William and Margaret Roberts Porter. She was a member of Good Hope Baptist Church. She was a natural caregiver, always taking care of others before herself. She worked as a cashier at Sunflower Food Store for several years, a job she loved dearly and talked about often. She was one of the best cooks and her peanut cakes and oatmeal cookies will always be remembered.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband of 51 years, Joe Wiley Goodin, and her sister, Jean Parkes.

Sara is survived by her daughter, who was her caregiver until the very end, Sarah Goodin (Bryan Dill) and her son, Wayne Goodin (June); her grandchildren, LaShara (Tyson) Tingle, Natalie (Morgan) Baggett, Clint (Shelby) Sloan, Lucas Phillips, Allen Shaw, and Nicole Denlay; her great grandchildren, Cheston (Chynna) Jones, Kyle (Kayla) Jones, Lane & Wyatt Tingle, James Hunt, Malorie Hunt, Dylan (Sydnee) Hunt, Madison (Raiden) Brown, Allie Joe & Sadie Sloan; and her great great grandchildren, Ryklin Claye & Millie Mae Jones, Estee Claire Jones, Hazel & Kylie Gladney, Paislee Hunt, Lynlee Hunt, and Kreed Brown.

Pallbearers will be Ricky Patterson, Hailey Moody, Cheston Jones, Kyle Jones, Dylan Hunt, and James Hunt.

Memorials in Sara’s memory may be made to Good Hope Cemetery Fund, c/o Robin Fulton, 2751 East Winston Road, Louisville, MS, 39339.

06/10/2026

Mr. John A. “Skip” Addison, 91, passed away on June 9, 2026, at his home in Louisville, MS. A visitation will be held from 5:00 to 8:00P.M. on Friday, June 12th, at Porter Funeral Home.

Skip was born September 29, 1934, in Reading, PA. He grew up in Pennsylvania, but had lived in many places during his career as a commercial artist in advertising and marketing. He was a veteran of the U. S. Navy where he was an experienced pilot. He flew for Angel Flight while he was in Florida. He moved to Louisville in 2022 and was a member of First Methodist church.

Skip was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Gary Addison; and a sister, Delores Bennis.

He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Linda Spivey Addison; two sons, John Michael Addison of Lutz, FL, and Alan Robert Addison of Hershey, PA; a step-son, Patrick Frank Tidwell of Superior, AZ; two grandchildren Michael Addison and Faith Addison Strohm; and four great grandchildren

Memorials in Skip’s memory may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.

05/31/2026

In the early hours of May 30, 2026, Reginald Flay Hill (“Reggie”) passed as he wished: peacefully at home with family by his side. Reggie was born in Nanih Waiya, Mississippi on February 7, 1952 to Howard (Father) and Johnnie Dee Wray (Mother) Hill. Reggie was the oldest of six children and was a devoted and loving son and big brother. His siblings are sisters Linda Boydston (Mike) and Kathy Vanlandingham (Ricky), and his brothers, Danny, Warren and Tommy Hill, and infant Bobbie Ray. When his father passed away suddenly in 1969, Reggie assumed responsibility for helping his mother take care of the family – which he did. His relentless work ethic, ambition, and intelligence took him to places and gave him the success that only a dreamer like him could have thought possible. From rural Mississippi to Texas, from Nigeria to Singapore with his son, Quinn Michael – and so many places in between – Reggie travelled the world solidifying his name and reputation in the offshore oil industry. He loved to explore new places, meet new people and, being a food connoisseur, try new cuisines and constantly cook for family and friends. Nevertheless, Reggie never forgot his roots, remaining close with his family and always calling Mississippi home. After retirement, he returned to a quiet and peaceful life in Nanih Waiya, building his dream home only two miles from the simple farm on which he was born. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers, Warren and Tommy Hill, and an infant brother, Bobbie Ray.
Reggie passed along his sense of humor, love of cooking and work ethic to his son, Quinn Michael Hill (Sharla). Reg taught “Q” so much about life, from working on the tractor to the value of exploring the world. And anyone that knew Reggie knew he was crazy about his two granddaughters, Estes and Palmer Hill ("his girls"), and he was the best "Papa" to them by teaching them how to fish, drive the Kubota, and just rolling around on the floor. He also loved to travel with his many nieces and nephews throughout their childhood and made special memories with them that are cherished.
We will continue to tell old stories and share old memories while we work to create new ones. He loved life and left a legacy to his family and friends. We vow to continue what he began and hold those values close and share in fellowship and fun at Hill Manor for years to come.
Already, he is so very missed.
A private family memorial celebration of Reggie’s life will be held at a later date.
Memorials in Reggie’s memory may be made to Vernon Methodist Church, c/o Babs Moore, 106 Hanna Road, Louisville, MS, 39339; or the charity of your choice.

To sign the guest register, go to www.porterfuneralhome.net.

05/28/2026

Friday, 5/29/2026, 10 A.M. Veterans Cemetery, Kilmichael, MS

05/26/2026

Mrs. Teressa Leigh Huntley, 62, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at St. Dominic’s Hospital in Jackson, MS, with her loving husband, Michael, of 39 years by her side. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Wednesday, May 27th, at Porter Funeral Home, with Rev. Rob Faulk officiating. Visitation will be Wednesday from 12:00 P.M. until service time at the funeral home. Interment will be in Shiloh Cemetery. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Teressa was born February 20, 1964, in Louisville, to Billy and Mae Hemphill. She became Mrs. William Michael Huntley on December 21, 1986. They were blessed with children and grandchildren whom she cared about more than anything in the world. The two of them blessed the community with more than just a daycare, restaurant, or swim lesson, but a second home to countless children and families. She opened her home, heart, and kitchen to each one of us, any and all, person, dog or stranger that she met. Her days were never complete without the love she had for her dogs: Annie, Ollie, Hayes, Tank, Payne, and more others. No words, song, story, or memory could ever be enough to describe, remember or honor Teressa Huntley. She owned her own daycare for many years and was a swimming instructor. Her contagious laugh and vibrant smile will be with each of us and so many forever. Her legacy is her family and her faith in God, and a few ever-changing recipes. The only thing that she wanted to share more with the world, besides the pride she felt & the millions of pictures and videos she took of her family, was, "If I got Jesus, I got it all!"

She was preceded in death by her parents; three children, Melanie Smith, Melissa Smith, and William Huntley; a sister, Sandra Hemphill Foster; and her best friend, Melissa Vanderveen.

She is survived by her husband, Michael Huntley of Brandon, MS; three sons, Rodney Smith of Brandon, MS; Stephen Huntley of Brandon, MS, and Dillon (Samantha) Huntley of Madison; a sister, Robin (Billy Joe) Carter of Louisville; her mother-in-law, Judy (Hank) Eaves; her grandchildren, Marleigh Smith, Keegan Phillips, Levi Smith, Corabella Papalambros, Annaleise Huntley, John Douglas Huntley, Abby Laine Huntley, and Sutton Huntley; and one great grandchild, Dalton Brooks.

Pallbearers will be Michael Huntley, Rodney Smith, Stephen Huntley, Dillon Huntley, Seth Smith, and Keegan Phillips.

To sign the guest register, please visit www.porterfuneralhome.net.

05/20/2026

05/17/2026

Mr. Jerry Thomas Townsend, 83, passed away on Friday, May 15, 2026, at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, MS. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. on Tuesday, May 19th, at Porter Funeral Home, with Rev. Mike Dowd officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday from 1:00 P.M. until service time at the funeral home. Interment will be in Townsend Cemetery. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Mr. Townsend was born March 8, 1943, in Neshoba County, to William “Mutt” and Nadine Wilcher Townsend. He married Geneva Buck and together they shared 61 years of marriage. Over the years, he was a drywall installer and worked in the logging business.
Despite experiencing a stroke many years ago, Jerry never lost the stubborn determination and strong-willed spirit that defined him. He always found joy by engaging in teasing conversation that always resulted in loud laughter. He had a strong desire to stay connected with family and for the younger generation to know their family history. He spent many hours trying to tell stories through old pictures.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Frank Townsend; a son-in-law, Tim Cutlip; a sister, Peggy Duckworth; two brothers, Truman Townsend and Billy Townsend; and a granddaughter, Crystal Romedy.
He is survived by his wife, Geneva Buck Townsend of Louisville; a son, Thomas (Kay) Townsend of Louisville, MS; a daughter, Jerri Cutlip of Blue Springs, MS; a sister-in-law, Ruby Townsend of Philadephia, MS; four grandchildren, Chad (Megan) Townsend, Matthew Cutlip, Beka Townsend, and Darrion Wesley; and a number of great grandchildren.
Pallbearers will be Chad Townsend, Matthew Cutlip, Jeremiah Shaffer, Al Duckworth, Richard Townsend, and Randy Townsend.
To sign the guestbook, please go to www.porterfuneralhome.net.

05/06/2026

William Johnson, 79, passed away on May 5, 2026, at Winston Medical Center in Louisville, Mississippi, and went home to be with the Lord.

Born on September 21, 1946, William was raised in Noxapater, Mississippi, the son of Willard Alexander Johnson and Kathleen Lofton Kemp. He grew up with his brother, Johnny Johnson, enjoying a childhood filled with fishing and hunting alongside Noxapater Creek. As a young man, William was baptized at Noxapater Baptist Church. William treasured his years at Noxapater High School, where he formed lifelong friendships. A proud Noxapater Tiger, he often reminisced about his accomplishments in football and basketball, and he kept his letterman’s jacket as a cherished reminder of those days.
He attended Mississippi State University, earning a Bachelor of Science in Entomology, a Master’s degree in Entomology and Wildlife Management, and completing PhD coursework in Entomology and Botany. William began his career conducting research aimed at eradicating boll weevils from cotton crops. He was an entrepreneur at heart; founding his own agriculture and crop consulting business in Mississippi and South Georgia, and eventually launching a pine straw supply business serving Mississippi and Alabama.
William never met a stranger. He loved conversation and found joy in connecting with people from all walks of life. His favorite stories often revolved around quail hunting with his beloved bird dogs, his garden, and adventures from his early days of dating Patti, his wife of 53 years. William was a member at First Baptist Church, Louisville.
He is survived by his wife, Patti Todd Johnson and his children: Michael (Sheila) Johnson, Emily (Guy) McClain, Julie Johnson, and Todd (Landrey) Johnson. He also leaves behind his grandchildren: Lane Johnson, Maggie Johnson, Madison (Hunter) Aycock, Meredith McClain, Hutch McClain, Kathleen Bess McClain, Tripp Johnson, Noble Johnson, and Anne Spencer Johnson; and one great-grandchild, Fletcher Aycock. He is also survived by his younger brother Johnny (Cheryl) Johnson, his nephews Chris Johnson and Brad (Jessica) Johnson.
William was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved mother-in-law, Annie Bess Todd.
A graveside service will be held on Friday, May 8, at Old Mars Hill Cemetery, 3100 Mars Hill Road, Philadelphia, Mississippi. The service will be officiated by Dr. Jimmy Porter and Rev. Tim Smith. Porter Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

The family is thankful for a merciful God who loves His children all of their days and finds peace in the assurance that William is now in His presence.