Charles Ray Pierce

Charles Ray Pierce, 89, passed away Saturday, August 1, 2020 at the Martha Jo Leslie State Veterans Home in Kosciusko. Graveside services will be 11:00 am Monday, August 3, 2020 at Parkway Cemetery with Rev. Doug Pierce officiating. Jordan Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Mr. Pierce was born on February 4, 1931 to Willie and Arie Pierce a native of the House community. He lived most of his married life in Brandon, MS. He and his wife Sandy were founding members of the First Independent Methodist Church of Madison, MS. Mr. Pierce served in the Air National Guard during the Korean Conflict. He was employed for some 30 years with McCarty Holman and was the head of all the meat markets throughout their system. He was a firm, fair, and loved boss. Charles is survived by his brother, Jimmy R. Pierce and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife Leiah "Sandy" Sandridge Pierce, by his parents, Arie and Willie Pierce his sisters, Willie Faye Gardner and Pauline Beason and brother Ben Pierce. The family would like to say a special thanks to the staff at the Veterans Home in Kosciusko. Online condolences can be made at jordanfuneralhome.com