Mary Hargett

Mary Louise Hargett, 79, of Charleston was born August 22, 1945, in Rome, MS the daughter of the late Allen and Alice O’Neil – Henson. She entered into eternal rest on April 24, 2025, at her residence.

Louise was well-loved and well-known as a member of the business community and had many friendships that were built over decades in Tallahatchie County and beyond. For 34 years she and her husband were owners of Country Catfish where she could be seen from opening until closing most nights. In addition to her love of the food business in Charleston she also assisted and helped manage Hargett Auto Sales for many decades.

Mrs. Hargett was a Christian with her membership in the Charleston Church of God for over sixty years.

Louise is survived by three sons: Stacy Hargett (Amy), Darrell Hargett (Theresa) and Heath Hargett, all of Charleston. Also surviving are 5 grandchildren: Alex, Niles, Katlyn, Emily and Cayden Hargett. She was joyfully proud of her four great-grandchildren as her family was her life. Serving the people of Charleston and the surrounding area was her passion next to her deep love for Christ.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Claude Hargett; and many other relatives and friends.

Visitation with the family will be held from 3:00 pm until 7:00 pm Saturday April 26, 2025, at Newsom Funeral Home and will commence again on Sunday April 27, 2025, at Charleston Church of God 703 East Main from 1:00 pm until funeral service time at 3:00 pm. Interment will follow next to her late husband at Charleston City Cemetery. Memorial contributions in memory of Mrs. Hargett can be made to the charity of one’s choice.