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.
Emma L. Cross
Mar 4, 2025
Emma Renfroe Cross, 87 passed away at St. Dominic’s hospital in Jackson, Mississippi on March 4, 2025 surrounded by the loves of her life.
She was born on February 17, 1938 to Richmond and Maggie Harrell Renfroe. Emma lived most of her life in the Rehobeth community where she was a lifelong faithful member of Rehobeth Baptist Church where she could...
Vernon Campbell
Mar 4, 2025
Vernon Campbell, 96, passed away on Tues. March 4, 2025 at his home in Brandon, MS. Visitation will be held on Sat. March 8, 2025 from 9am-10:30am at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Graveside Services are 11am on Sat. March 8, 2025 at the Floral Hills Memory Gardens in Pearl, MS.
Mr. Campbell was born on Sept. 13,...
Joe Melvin Beeson
Mar 4, 2025
After an extended time of illness, Joe Melvin Beeson met his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, face to face on March 4, 2025. Joe was born in Meridian, MS, on September 26,1943 to Joe Melvin Beeson and Bessie James Scarborough Beeson.
Joe was a printer for Brown Printing Company and Southern Horseman Printing Company in Meridian. He also served with the...
Jeffrey King Mayo
Mar 3, 2025
Jeffery King Mayo, long-time resident of the Pineville Community in Smith County, died March 3, 2025, from complications of Parkinson's Disease.
Jeff was born to Dr. Bob Henry Mayo and Dale King Mayo on January 14, 1950. After the death of his mother, Dale, a new mother came into his life when his father later married Mary Lee Robertson.
Jeff is survived...
Judy Robbins Wade
Mar 1, 2025
On March 1st, 2025, Judy Robbins Wade passed from life into death. Judy was born on November 24, 1946, and lived a life filled with love, kindness, and devotion to her family and friends. Judy is survived by her husband, Michael “Chuck” Wade; her children Marci Robbins Trammell (Chris), their children Chance and Emma Grace; her son Doug Robbins (fiancée...
Maria Lena Rogers Harrell
Mar 1, 2025
Mrs. Maria Lena Rogers Harrell, age 66, took her last breath here on earth Saturday, March 1, 2025 and met her heavenly father.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, March 5, 2025 from 1pm-2pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Morton.
Chapel service will be held at 2pm Wednesday from the Ott and Lee Chapel in Morton.
Graveside will follow at Cross...
Henry D. Golden
Mar 1, 2025
Henry D. Golden (88) of Clifton, MS peacefully went to be with his Savior on Saturday March 1, 2025, at Lackey Memorial Hospital after a two-week hospitalization in Jackson following a fall. Henry was the only child of Henry C. Golden of Walnut Grove and Della (Davis) Golden of Waynesboro. He was born on January 23,1937 in Walnut Grove, MS.
Henry...
Mamie D. Nester
Mar 1, 2025
“Who can find a virtuous woman? For her price is far above rubies.” Proverbs 31:10
Funeral Services for Mrs. Mamie Nester will be held at 1pm Wednesday, March 5, 2025, from the Pine Ridge Missionary Baptist Church. Opening remarks and prayer by Bro. William Savell, eulogy by Dr. Jack Evans, Bro. Bobby Everett will officiate and Bro. Chris Spence will bring...
Jerry Don Roan
Feb 27, 2025
It is said that if you love much, you grieve much, and so we lean on God’s comfort as we announce the passing of Jerry Don Roan. A beloved husband, and father who raised his kids in the Catholic faith. A devoted grandfather, and great-grandfather, and an exceptional friend. He left this world at 85 to be with the Lord,...
Anna Reba Clements
Feb 26, 2025
Anna Reba Devereaux Clements, age 77, passed away on February 26th following a brief illness.
She was preceded in death by her parents Elizabeth and Claude Black and her father Edward Devereaux. She is survived by her loving daughters Robin Guy (Christian) and Christi Clements; grandchildren Elizabeth Bryant (Elijah), Connor Milling, Beau Guy, and Justin Guy; great grandchildren JJ, Layla, Ki’son...
Peggy Gayle
Feb 26, 2025
Peggy Gayle died February 26, 2025 at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. She was surrounded by her loving family and friends who loved her and whom she loved. She was at peace and was healed by the Great Physician, Christ Jesus.
Peggy was born October 29, 1939, to Junior and Mollie Shows in Simpson County, MS. She grew up in...
Lucile T. Patrick
Feb 26, 2025
Lucile Turner Patrick, 92, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 26, 2025.
Mrs. Patrick was born on June 24, 1932, to Lewis and Frances Turner of the Redwood Community near Vicksburg, MS. She married Steen Patrick in 1957 and was a longtime member of Antioch Baptist Church. Mrs. Patrick was a homemaker and devoted her life to her husband and four...
Jon Norman Murray
Feb 25, 2025
Jon Murray, a resident of Brandon, MS for 45 years passed away on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at River Oaks hospital. Visitation will be held on Sun. March 2, 2025 from 5pm-7pm and on Mon. March 3, 2025 from 9am-11am at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Funeral Services are 11am on Mon. March 3, 2025 at the...
Mrs. Bobbie Lynn Stanley Myers
Feb 24, 2025
Mrs. Bobbie Lynn Stanley Myers, age 95, a resident of Pelahatchie went to her Heavenly home on Monday, February 24, 2025.
Visitation will be held Saturday, March 1, 2025 from 11am-12pm at Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Morton.
Chapel service will be held on Saturday at 12pm from the Ott and Lee Chapel in Morton.
Graveside will be held at Rehobeth...
Diane Rhodes Davis
Feb 24, 2025
Diane Rhodes Davis (75) of Pelahatchie, Mississippi, passed away Monday, February 24, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Visitation will be at The Church at Shiloh on Thursday, February 27, 2025, from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Services will begin at 11:00 a.m. with Dr. Stephen Buys officiating. Burial will follow at Shiloh Cemetery.
Mrs. Davis was born September 30,...
Katina Ann Jackson
Feb 24, 2025
Katina "Tina" Ann Jackson left her earthly home on Monday, February 24, 2025 at St. Dominic's Hospital in Jackson, Ms. She was born November 8th, 1973 to Eddie Charles Guy and Sarah Catherine Hynes in Jackson, Ms. Visitation will be held Wednesday from 5-7pm at Ott and Lee in Forest. Funeral services will be Thursday at 12pm following a private...
Ann Root
Feb 23, 2025
Ann Root went to be with Jesus on February 23, 2025.
Ann was born and raised in Crossett, Arkansas. She was the daughter of Leroy Watkins and Bertie Gill Watkins.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Gregory Louis Root, Jr. Together they had five children. Mrs. Root is survived by her children – Beverly Root May, Stephen Paul Root and...
Kevin Collier
Feb 23, 2025
Kevin Collier, born on September 18, 1966, in Jackson, Mississippi, passed away on February 23, 2025, at St. Dominic Hospital in Jackson, MS. He was a beloved husband, devoted son, cherished brother and much loved uncle who touched many lives with his work and kindness.
After completing his college education, Kevin began his career in the biomedical field at St. Dominic...
James Reynolds Williams, III
Feb 22, 2025
James Reynolds Williams, III, of Pelahatchie, Mississippi, passed away Saturday, February 22, 2025, in Brandon, at the age of 39. He was born March 17, 1985, in Jackson, Mississippi, to James Reynolds Williams, Jr. and Sandra Nell Mason.
James worked as a tire tech at Korbett’s Tire & Auto in Brandon. He loved to fish and ride horses, and he was...
Arnold Fincher, Sr.
Feb 22, 2025
Arnold Fincher Sr.
August 26 1938 - February 21 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Arnold Fincher Sr., who left this world peacefully on February 21, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on August 26, 1938, in Graham, Oklahoma, Arnold was a proud son of Father; Clyde Gerald Fincher, Step-mother (Hazel Savage Fincher), Mother; Iva...
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