William Lyon Herrington Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on January 3, 2026 in Laurel, Mississippi

William Lyon Herrington Sr.

May 23, 1942 - January 3, 2026 (83 years old)

Laurel, Mississippi

William Lyon Herrington Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on January 3, 2026 in Laurel, Mississippi

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Colonial Chapel Funeral Home - Laurel

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William Lyon Herrington Sr.

May 23, 1942 - January 3, 2026 (83 years old)

Laurel, Mississippi

William Lyon Herrington Sr. Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to William Lyon Herrington Sr. of Laurel, Mississippi, born in Rose Hill, Mississippi, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. William left this world on January 3, 2026 at the age of 83, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of William Lyon Herrington Sr. or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John Daniel and Lela Hudson Herrington; his brother J. D. Herrington; and his nephew Ricky Herrington. He is survived by: his wife Sheila Graham Herrington; his children, William Lyon Herrington II (Kelli), John David Gay (Theresa) and Lisa Herrington; his grandchildren, Connor Gay, Chloe Gay, Alexis DeSantis (Trey), Ethan Wade, Brekke Gay, Myah Herrington and Jacob Lyon Waller; his great grandchild Hayes Charlton DeSantis; and his niece Debbie Herrington Smith.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Colonial Chapel Funeral Home - Laurel



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Salem Heights Baptist Church
5850 US-84, Laurel, MS 39443

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Jan 08

Funeral service

Salem Heights Baptist Church
5850 US-84, Laurel, MS 39443

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