After more than a quarter-century of dedicated service to Simpson County, William R. “Randall” Coleman has officially retired from his role as Constable of Post 1, leaving behind a legacy of professionalism, steady leadership, and community commitment.
Coleman, a long-time resident of Mendenhall, stepped down at the end of 2025 after 26 years in office — a tenure marked by respect from colleagues, community members, and local officials alike.
The Simpson County Board of Supervisors formally honored him at their January meeting, expressing deep appreciation for his faithful service and wishing him well in retirement.
Elected to serve as Constable in 2000, Coleman has been a fixture in the local justice system for more than two decades. As Constable, he performed the duties prescribed by Mississippi law, including serving process, executing warrants, maintaining peace, and assisting the courts — responsibilities critical to the effective functioning of the county’s justice services.
In his role, Coleman worked closely with Justice Court judges, county officials, and law enforcement partners to ensure that justice was administered efficiently and fairly throughout Simpson County during periods of change and growth in the community.
The Board of Supervisors lauded Coleman’s professionalism, integrity, and unwavering commitment to public safety and community service. “His contributions have made a lasting impact on this county, and we are sincerely grateful for his many years of dedicated service,” the board remarked in a resolution presented at the ceremony.
Residents and local officials have also taken to social media and community gatherings to share their personal stories of Coleman’s service, noting his calm demeanor, fairness, and willingness to go above and beyond to help those in need.
As Coleman transitions into retirement, he leaves behind a strong foundation for his successor and a community that appreciates his years of loyal service to Simpson County.
Evan Sellers was appointed to serve as Interim Constable for Post 1 on October 15, 2025, with his term officially taking effect on January 1. Sellers will fulfill the duties of the office during the transition period following Randall Coleman’s retirement and will continue serving as constable until the general election in November 2026. At that time, voters will have the opportunity to elect a permanent constable for Post 1
