Our Staff

Charlie Johnson is a Hattiesburg, MS native, graduating from Hattiesburg High School in 2011. Charlie attended The University of Southern Mississippi, graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in 2016. Charlie received his Master of Science from the University of Southern Mississippi in 2024. Charlie is currently enrolled at The University of Southern Mississippi pursuing a Doctoral degree in Human Capital Development. Charlie is a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc, and volunteer within the local school districts. Charlie was selected as Top 12 Under 40 by The Hattiesburg American in 2017, Top 20 Under 40 by The Signature Magazine in 2022, and a member of the Area Department Development's Leadership Pinebelt Class of 2022. Charlie takes pride in caring for your loved one and taking care of your family's pre-need, at-need, and post-care funeral services.

Robert Smith is a native of Hattiesburg and graduate of Hattiesburg High School Class of 2011. After high school he attended the Mississippi State Fire Academy where he received certifications in structural firefighting and fire safety. Robert continued his education at Pearl River Community College where he received his Emergency Medical Technician Certification. Robert is currently enrolled at Morehouse College pursuing a bachelor's in business administration.
Mr. Robert Smith serves as a Firefighter at the Hattiesburg Fire Department. In 2014 and 2022 Robert received an accommodation and Medal of Merit for rescuing victims from a burning home. In 2021, Smith was the honored recipient of the Firefighter of the year award. Robert is passionate about building the community residents.

Minister Vallorine McLeod, a trailblazer in both her spiritual and professional life, was born to Captain Lawrence Floyd Jr., a pioneering African American police officer in Hattiesburg, MS, and Mrs. Lucille Floyd, a dedicated school crossing guard. As a proud mother of four—Latisha Peterson, Krishanna Williams, Marcus White, and Ebone White—Minister McLeod is deeply committed to nurturing and uplifting her family.
Guided by her belief that God grants us gifts to serve in every area of life, Minister
McLeod serves with passion at Rock of Ages Christian Fellowship Church in
Hattiesburg, MS, under the leadership of Pastor Marzell McGill. Her spiritual
contributions extend beyond the church as she actively volunteers with McGill
Ministries, INC, where she works to address homelessness and foster emotional wellness among youth.
Professionally, Minister McLeod boasts an impressive 30-year career at Ingalls Shipbuilding, where she excelled as a First-class Marine Electrician. Her innovative spirit and determination led her to become one of Mississippi's first Black women licensed as a contractor, a significant achievement in breaking barriers within the industry.
Beyond her professional and spiritual endeavors, Minister McLeod is a dedicated community servant. She supports local schools and community initiatives through her involvement with the Hattiesburg Ruff Ryders Motorcycle Club, the Herons of Jericho, the Lady Knights, the Daughters of Sphinx, and the Electra Grand Chapter of the Eastern Star, operating under the Most Worshipful King Hiram Grand Lodge A.F. & A.M.
In her role as Director of Community Relations for C A Johnson Funeral Services, Minister McLeod continues her mission to demonstrate the profound value of community through various outreach projects.