OUR TEAM
A Team You Can Count On
We are dedicated to helping families honor their loved ones with care, respect, and lasting remembrance. We understand that every journey through loss is unique, and we’re here to support you with compassion and guidance every step of the way. From planning a meaningful tribute to providing ongoing grief support, our team is here for you—now and in the days ahead.

William Savell
Manager

William Savell
Manager

Keith Shelby
Funeral Director

Keith Shelby
Funeral Director
Keith Shelby is a native of Jasper county along with his wife, Tommie Ann (Dodie). They reside in the Moss community and are members of the Moss Church Of God. Keith has been serving his community and the surrounding areas through the funeral home for over 20 years. He served as the coroner for Jasper county for 8 years and currently serves as a deputy coroner for Smith, Jones, and Jasper counties. Keith welcomes you to come by the funeral home with questions or funeral needs.

William Earl Smith
Funeral Director (Retired)

William Earl Smith
Funeral Director (Retired)
William Earl Smith is a resident of Bay Springs and a life long resident of Jasper County.
He has worked in Funeral Service for over fifty years.
William Earl and his wife, Martha, have three children and six grandchildren.

Cliff Jenkins
Funeral Director

Cliff Jenkins
Funeral Director
Cliff Jenkins is a 14 year resident of Jones County and is a Funeral Director with 6 years experience at Colonial Chapel. Cliff also serves as the pastor of Temple Baptist Church in Laurel and enjoys spending time with his wife and 4 children. Cliff welcomes the opportunity to help you or your family with any funeral needs.

Wesley Moss
Funeral Director

Wesley Moss
Funeral Director
Wesley has been with Colonial Chapel since 2013. He serves the families of our community as a funeral director. He earned his mortuary license from Northwest Mississippi Community College. Wesley is a member of Pleasant Home Baptist Church in Soso.
He welcomes any opportunity to serve you and your family with your funeral needs.

Stanley McNeil
Funeral Director/Embalmer

Stanley McNeil
Funeral Director/Embalmer
Stanley is a lifelong resident of Jasper County and has been in the funeral business for over 20 years serving as a licensed funeral director and embalmer. Stanley is married to Marie McNeil. They have 3 children and 10 grandchildren. Stanley invites you to come by the funeral home for help with all of your funeral questions and needs.

Ronnie Knotts
Funeral Director/Pre-needs

Ronnie Knotts
Funeral Director/Pre-needs
Ronnie is a lifelong resident of Bay Springs, MS in Jasper County. He is married to Ann Donaldson Knotts, daughter of the late Dr. J.B. Donaldson. Ronnie and Ann have two daughters and 5 grandchildren. Ronnie is a member of FBC, Bay Springs, an Air Force Veteran having served in Vietnam, and an avid outdoorsman. Ronnie has over 20 years experience in the funeral industry and will be glad to assist you with all your funeral needs.

Gary Stringer
Funeral Assistant

Gary Stringer
Funeral Assistant
Gary Stringer is a resident of Bay Springs, Mississippi, Jasper County. He and his wife Dale of 36 years, are members of First Baptist Church, Bay Springs.
Gary has five years of funeral experience with the Colonial Family as a Funeral Assistant.
Gary welcomes you to come by the funeral home for any and all your funeral needs.

Arthur Newman
Funeral Director

Arthur Newman
Funeral Director

Susan McNeil
Secretary

Susan McNeil
Secretary

Sammy Houston
Funeral Assistant

Sammy Houston
Funeral Assistant

