Major Jean Dilmore

Major Jean Dilmore, lovingly known as “Major Jean,” passed away on March 14, 2026, in Sumrall, Mississippi. Born on January 21, 1941, in Star, Mississippi, she lived a full life of 85 years marked by warmth, faith, and quiet devotion.

She found deep joy in tending her garden and caring for her flower beds, where her love for nature flourished alongside her gentle spirit. A lifelong member of Star Baptist Church, she sang in the choir and remained anchored in her faith throughout her days. Above all, she was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose loving presence and steady guidance brought happiness to her family.

She is survived by her children, Stacey E. (Belinda) Dilmore and Trenna M. (Stevie) Hall; her grandchildren, Clayton Dilmore, Haleigh Dilmore Mann, Dakota Dilmore, Keeleigh Hall Cowart, Braylen Hall, and Aaron Beard; and her great-grandchildren, Eli Weathersby, Breanna Mann, Brady Mann, Evie Mann, Addison Dilmore, Rowan Beard, Collins Beard, Brooks Beard, and Miller Beard. She is also survived by her sisters, Claudine Cooper, Clotile Myers, Jane Williams, and Janice Henderson, along with many nieces and nephews who will carry her memory with love.

She was preceded in death by her parents, John Ervin “Henry” Byrd and Ella Rogers Byrd; her husband, Albert “Yogi” Eugene Dilmore; her brothers, Lavone Byrd, Dolly Byrd, Joe Byrd, Huey Byrd, and Shelby Byrd; and her sisters, Ida Mae Shepard and Evelyn White.