Charles Ray Boutwell, age 73, of Prentiss, died Tuesday, July 8, 2014, at his residence in Prentiss. Funeral services were held Thursday, July 10, at Wilson Funeral Home in Monticello. Burial was in Mack’s Cemetery, Prentiss. Wilson Funeral Home of Monticello, MS was in charge of arrangements.

Charlie loved Lawrence County, Monticello, MS, he worked for 26 years at the local grocery store Big Star as manager, and several years at Ramey’s in Sumrall and Bassfield, before he retired. He enjoyed people and being around the business. He loved his family and friends and enjoyed his time with the grandchildren. Mr. Charlie loved Jesus.

Mr. Charles Ray Boutwell was preceded in death by parents, John T. Boutwell and Sally Sumrall Boutwell; sisters, Clara, Floreen, Mary and Louise; brothers, Woodrow Boutwell and Bob Boutwell.

His survivors include his wife, Jean Boleware Boutwell of Prentiss; sons, Adrian Oliver and wife Crystal of Seminary, James Cory Boutwell of Bassfield; brother, Johnny Boutwell of Monticello; sister, Mattie Bell Delancy of Pearl River; grandchildren, Troy Ray Oliver, Robby Oliver, Christain Oliver, Jackson Arnold, and Donovan Hale.