Joanna Marie Byrd Bufkin's obituary , Passed away on June 1, 2026 in Ridgeland, Mississippi
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Joanna Marie Byrd Bufkin

December 7, 1957 - June 1, 2026 (68 years old)

Ridgeland, Mississippi

Joanna Marie Byrd Bufkin's obituary , Passed away on June 1, 2026 in Ridgeland, Mississippi
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Joanna Marie Byrd Bufkin

December 7, 1957 - June 1, 2026 (68 years old)

Ridgeland, Mississippi

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Joanna Marie Byrd Bufkin Obituary

With sadness, we share the passing of Joanna Marie Byrd Bufkin in Ridgeland, Mississippi. Joanna, born on December 7, 1957, passed away on June 1, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joanna Marie Byrd Bufkin to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, James Lyman McDowell, Jr. and Joanne McDowell (Crenshaw). She is survived by: her children, Joshua Kamei, Jessica (Kamei), Jennifer Bufkin and Julia Bufkin; her grandchildren, Kylah Giles, Kaylee Williams, Arabella Fitzhugh and Avalyn Fitzhugh; and her brothers, Michael McDowell (Skip) and Patrick McDowell.

Memorials may be made to the Cathedral of St. Peter the Apostle in lieu of flowers.

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June 11, 2026

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“We extended our deepest sympathy to the entire family. We were blessed to share Joanna’s love as a member of both our church family and as a part of Lake Village Learning Center. We pray that God will comfort you during this season. Have faith that she is at peace, resting with our savior Jesus Christ. Leon and Gale Jones”

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June 11

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Sebrell Funeral Home
425 Northpark Dr, Ridgeland, MS 39157

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June 12

Mass of Christian Burial

Cathedral of St. Peter
203 N West St, Jackson, MS 39201

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