OBITUARIES
Recent obituaries in Brandon, Forest, Morton Mississippi
The obituaries in the Brandon, Forest, and Morton area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy.
Jessie Jenene Davis
Nov 18, 2024
Jessie Jenene (Jean) Parker Davis passed away November 18, 2024, in Brandon, MS. Jean was born April 7, 1937, to Jack and Coneil Parker in Lawrence, MS.
She graduated from Newton High School. She married William Thomas (Tommy) Davis of Lake, MS on October 22, 1955.
Jean was a member of Eastside Baptist Church in Pearl, MS. She was the owner of...
Irma Maria Nelson
Nov 17, 2024
Irmgard “Irma” Maria Karl Nelson, 94 went home to be with the Lord on November 17, 2024, at Cooperwood Assisted Living, Flowood, Mississippi.
Irma was born on April 26,1930 in Hallein, Austria to Stefan and Cäcilia Meindl Karl. Even though she lived through and survived the tragedies of WWII, her love for her homeland stayed very close to her heart. When...
Tammy Diane Beatty
Nov 16, 2024
Tammy Diane Harris Beatty, 51, a resident of Morton passed away on Saturday, November 16th at Lackey Hospital in Forest. Visitation will be held Friday, November 22 from 9-12 at Morton Church of Jesus Name. Funeral service will begin at 12, followed by a graveside service at Morton Memorial Gardens. Brother John Goodhue will officiate.
Tammy was born in Tuscaloosa, AL...
Gregory Lynn Barrow
Nov 15, 2024
Greg Barrow, a beloved husband, father, Grandaddy, and friend, passed away November 15, 2024 leaving a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories. Greg was a man of many passions, but none greater than his love for his family and the great outdoors.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Donna Barrow, and sister Cheryl Barrow who shared a life filled...
Shirley Ann Thomas
Nov 15, 2024
Shirley Ann Thomas, 90, passed away Fri. Nov. 15, 2024 in Brandon, MS. Visitation will be held on Thurs. Nov. 21, 2024 from 12pm-1:45pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Funeral Services are 2pm on Thurs. Nov. 21, 2024 at the Ott & Lee Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in the Brandon Memorial Gardens in...
Doris O'Neal High
Nov 15, 2024
Doris O’Neal High, 91, passed away on Fri. Nov. 15, 2024, at Merit Health River Oaks Hospital in Flowood, MS. Visitation will be held on Mon. Nov. 18, 2024 from 10am-11:30am at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Funeral Services are 11:30am on Mon. Nov. 18, 2024 at the Ott & Lee Funeral Home Chapel in Brandon, MS...
Juanita Copeland Ferguson
Nov 13, 2024
Nita Ferguson passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at her home in Brandon, MS. She was 82 years old. The family will receive friends for visitation on Saturday, November 16, 2024, from 9:00-10:45 am at Ott & Lee in Brandon, MS, with a service beginning at 11:00. Interment will follow the service at Brandon Memorial Gardens in Brandon, MS.
Juanita...
Wanda Goodson
Nov 12, 2024
Wanda Goodson, age 73, and a lifelong resident of Forest, died Tuesday, November 12, 2024 following an extended illness.
Funeral services will be held at 2pm Friday, November 15, 2024, from the Christian Life Fellowship with Bro. Clayburn Huff, and Bro. Robert Fortenberry officiating. Interment will follow in the Carr Church Cemetery. Visitation will also be held at the church from...
Alice Faye Ballard
Nov 12, 2024
Alice Faye Ballard, 81, passed away on Tues. Nov. 12, 2024, at Parkway Nursing Home in Canton, MS. A memorial service will be held at 10am on Thurs. Nov. 14, 2024, at the Ott & Lee Funeral Home Chapel in Brandon, MS.
Mrs. Ballard was born in Louisville, MS on June 18, 1943, to the late Jack Hodge and Fronnie Reed...
James Harvey Smith
Nov 9, 2024
James Harvey Smith
September 17, 1945 – November 09, 2024
James joined the Army when he was 17. After returning home, he went to work at Cooper Lighting, then started his career with the Army Corps of Engineers until his retirement in June of 1994.
James loved fishing and hunting with his wife of 29 years, being “Pops”, and spending time with his...
JC Culliver
Nov 9, 2024
JC Culliver, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away November 9, 2024, at Edgewood Nursing and Rehab in Byram, MS. He was born on November 6, 1925, in Mize, MS.
JC lived a life full of service and dedication. He entered the Army in 1944, serving in Europe with the 35th Infantry Division during World War II. During his...
Sandra Kay Burrow
Nov 8, 2024
Sandra Kay Maxwell Burrow, Brandon, MS, age 81 years, died November 8, 2024. She graduated George S. Gardiner High School in Laurel, Mississippi and Gloria K Business College in Great Neck, NY. “Sandy” was a dedicated member of Nativity Lutheran Church in Brandon.
Her family was most important to her. With close family members serving in the military and civil service,...
Dennis Aaron Baker
Nov 8, 2024
Dennis A. Baker, 87, of Brandon, Mississippi passed away November 8, 2024. Dennis was born July 2, 1937 to Merritt Albirtis and Effie Evelyn Baker. He served in the Navy as a corpsman. He was the owner of Dennis A. Baker Construction. He loved his family, demonstrated to his sons a strong work ethic, and enjoyed drinking coffee with his...
Shirley Ann Berry
Nov 8, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Shirley Ann Berry on November 8, 2024, at the age of 76. She was born on February 28, 1948, in Seminary, Mississippi to LD and Clarsie Thompson.
Shirley met the love of her life and darling husband, Keith "Bull" Berry on October 31,1964 and celebrated 40 wonderful...
ElWanda Pope Thornton
Nov 6, 2024
ElWanda Pope Thornton, 72, passed away at her home on Nov. 6, 2024 in Flowood, MS. Visitation will be held on Sat. Nov. 16, 2024 from 2pm-3pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. A memorial service will be held at 3pm on Sat. Nov. 16, 2024 at the Ott & Lee Funeral Home Chapel in Brandon, MS.
Mrs....
Mack Greer
Nov 5, 2024
Daniel McKennith (Mack) Greer passed away early on the morning of Nov. 5, 2024.
He lived the whole of his life in Forest, Mississippi, attending Ephesus Baptist Church for most of his life and becoming a Christian when he was a young man. He graduated from Ringgold High School in 1954 and then went to East Central Junior College, in Decatur,...
Ike James McLain
Nov 4, 2024
Ike James McLain, 74, of Brandon went home to be with the Lord on Monday November 4, 2024. He grew up in Waynesboro, Mississippi, and was the son of Owen William Sr. & Daisy Bell McLain.
He attended Beat Four High School and was later married for forty-eight years to the love of his life Debbie Lynn McLain.
Retiring in 2018 from...
Lewis Brent Cheeks
Nov 4, 2024
Lewis Brent Cheeks, 39, passed into Heaven the evening of November 4, 2024. Brent attended Pearl High School and Hinds Community College where he was a proud member of their drumlines. He was widely known for his endearing humor and bright smiles. His engulfing hugs brought joy to all his friends and family.
Brent had a passion for music, cars and...
Harlan Brooks McElveen
Nov 3, 2024
Harlan Brooks McElveen, age 89, passed away peacefully to his heavenly home Sunday, November 3, 2024. A Pearl, MS resident, native of Kentwood, LA and long-term resident of Baton Rouge, LA and Birmingham, AL, his life was defined by his giving spirit and willingness to put others before himself. Brooks was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and loyal...
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