Joseph Lee Thames, known as Joe, was 46 when he died in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, on Thursday, December 16, 2021. Born March 16, 1975, he left behind a large family; funeral services were held at Shady Grove Baptist Church on Thursday, December 23, 2021.

Public reports give no specific details about the circumstances or cause of his death, and they do not say whether foul play was suspected.

If anyone knew Joseph Thames, his family, or has information about what happened in mid-December 2021, please share what you know.