Bennie Mae Harrison, age 89, of Picayune, MS, passed away on February 2, 2024, at her home. A native of Heidelberg, MS, Bennie was a dedicated member of the Pilgrim Bound Baptist Church, where she served as a Deaconess, President of the Pastor Aide, Senior Mission II, Founder of the State Rally Fundraiser, and a member of the Senior and Mass Choir.

Bennie worked at Crosby Memorial Hospital and retired from West Side Elementary School in 1985. She is survived by her four children: Daisy Lee Harrison, Carl Wayne (Josephine) Harrison, Donald Ray Harrison, and Angela Harrison (George) Russell; eight grandchildren; sixteen great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband, D.L. Harrison, her parents, Ramson and Nellie Portier, and her siblings, Ramson, Nancey, and Delores.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, February 10, 2024, at 2pm, with visitation from 12 Noon until 2pm at Pilgrim Bound Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Picayune Cemetery under the direction of Baylous.