John Wayne Sweeden, age 50, of Picayune died Monday, January 28, 2008 at Forrest General Hospital in Hattiesburg, MS. Visitation will be held Wednesday, January 30th from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at Picayune Funeral Home. At the family’s request, there will be a private burial. John was a lifelong resident of Pearl River County. As a youth he was actively involved in the Boy Scouts of America and was proud when he achieved the honor of an Eagle Scout. He is survived by his father, Ed (Estelle) Sweeden of Picayune; mother, Irma Holley of Picayune; three sisters, Patricia Sweeden, Darlene Dickerson and Lesa Haselmaier, all of Picayune; and step-sister, Patricia Deslatte of Texas. He will be missed by his family and friends.