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Linda Paulette Harrison

The funeral service for Linda Paulette Harrison will be 1 p.m., Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at Divide Methodist Protestant Church with burial in Tilton Cemetery. Visitation is 5-8 p.m., Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at Divide Methodist Protestant and will resume Wednesday from 12 p.m. until the time of service.

Mrs. Paulette, 69, of Jayess, passed away March 10, 2024, in McComb, MS. She was born in Tylertown January 31, 1955, to Wayne T. Tanksley and Alteen King Tanksley.

Paulette was a devout Christian lady with a true servant’s heart. Even in times of darkness, she was a light to those around her. She never questioned her faith nor the Lord’s plan for her life. She was a rock for her family and friends throughout her entire life, yet she remained humble and unaware of the positive impact she made on every person who had the privilege of knowing her. Paulette was one of the most positive people who brought joy and laughter to countless individuals. She loved her three boys and her three granddaughters to the moon and back, and she instilled in each of them undeniable qualities that will allow her to live on in each one. She was an incredible wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend who will be deeply missed and greatly cherished forever.

She is preceded in death by her first husband, Hank Tullis, the father of her three sons; her father, Wayne T. Tanksley; and her brother, Kenny Wayne Tanksley.

Those who are left to cherish her memory are her husband of 28 years, Wayne Harrison; mother, Alteen Tanksley; children, Michael Tullis (Kelsey), Shane Tullis (Jane Belle), Jeremy “J.J.” Tullis (Morgan); three grandchildren, Shayna Letchworth (Chance), Sydney Tullis, and Olivia Tullis; stepdaughters, Sandy Harrison, Brandy Harrison, and Amanda Harrison; and the ladies of Divide who held a special place in her heart.

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  • Comment Link Vickie Boyd Taylor Tuesday, 12 March 2024 13:21 posted by Vickie Boyd Taylor

    I am so sorry to see this . Paulette was such a friendly kind person Always smiling. Glad that I knew her ! Prayers for the entire family .

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  • Comment Link Willie IQuin Tuesday, 12 March 2024 11:02 posted by Willie IQuin

    Alteen, words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. I only met Paulette last Ict, but she impressed as being a special person. My heart breaks for you loosing both of your children. Having lost my daughter, I know the pain of loosing a child. May God comfort you.

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  • Comment Link Shelia Smithie Tuesday, 12 March 2024 09:58 posted by Shelia Smithie

    I am sorry for you loss! She loved her family and I know yall will miss her! Shelia Smithie

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  • Comment Link Deborah Roberts Tuesday, 12 March 2024 09:57 posted by Deborah Roberts

    I’m so sorry to hear this. My prayers are with Ms Alteen and the Family. I went to school with Paulette. She will be missed by many. God bless you all. Love to you all.

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  • Comment Link Robin Tuesday, 12 March 2024 00:12 posted by Robin

    My heart breaks for her family, but I hope they take comfort in knowing she's pain-free and living her best life ever now. I have so many memories of Ms. Paulette from my days at TTAC, but my absolute favorite was the Halloween she rolled herself in toilet paper and delivered goodies to the class, dressed as a mummy.

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  • Comment Link Betsy Griffin Monday, 11 March 2024 22:26 posted by Betsy Griffin

    Alteen, I have know how you feel but I do know God does. There is nothing I can say that you don’t already know. I love you that I want you to know. If you ever need to talk call me anytime. And when you feel like it come to see me. And I would love to come see you when you are ready. ?✝️??????

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  • Comment Link Barb Obey Monday, 11 March 2024 18:25 posted by Barb Obey

    Pastor Mike, Kelsey and family. I’m so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you all as you celebrate her life. Blessings, Barb

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  • Comment Link Sharon Smithie Monday, 11 March 2024 15:34 posted by Sharon Smithie

    I’m so sorry, Paulette was such a sweet kind loving person that would help anybody in need, I never seen her that she didn’t have a beautiful smile on her face, she was a strong lady and a sweet friend to me, our community is saddened by her lost!

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