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.
Douglas Lavon Graves
Oct 12, 2023
Douglas “Bub” Lavon Graves passed away Thursday, October 12, 2023. He was born May 29, 1935, to James Percy Graves and Roberta McLendon Graves.
Born in Puckett, MS, he graduated from Puckett High School and married in 1953. He served in the Army National Guard in 1958. He retired from Illinois Central Railroad after 37 years.
He was...
Arthur Dean Kinstley Jr.
Oct 9, 2023
Arthur D. “Archie” Kinstley Jr., 64, of Flora, MS passed away on October 9, 2023, completely surrounded by his loving family. Archie was born on February 6, 1959, to his loving parents Arthur D. “Art” Kinstley Sr. and Nancy Kinstley. Archie worked many years for his father in the mobile home business, eventually taking over the business and branching...
Janie Lowery
Oct 8, 2023
Merrie Jane Lowery of Brandon, MS passed away at Brandon Nursing and Rehab Center on Sunday, October 08, 2023. She was born December 11, 1939 in Augusta, AR to E.W. Matthews and Ruth Nelson Matthews.
Mrs. Lowery is preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 40 years, Jerry Lowery, and two brothers: Bill Matthews and Charles Edward...
Gerry McAlpin Patterson
Oct 8, 2023
Geraldine Bell McAlpin Patterson, fondly known as Gerry, passed away on October 8, 2023, in Clinton, MS. She was born on December 14, 1935, in Claiborne County, MS. Gerry's life was marked by a deep love for her family and an unwavering commitment to her community.
Gerry's education began in Petal, MS, where she attended school until her family...
Carol Darlene Neese
Oct 8, 2023
Carol Darlene Neese passed away at her residence in Brandon, MS on October 8, 2023. Carol was born on August 24, 1964 in Jackson, MS to Jesse Carroll Hodges and Linda K. "Sheppard" Neese.
Darlene was preceded in death by her loving husband, Bobby Howard Neese, and her step-father, Wayne Neese.
She leaves behind her mother, Linda K....
Edith Whitley Minnis
Oct 5, 2023
Edith Whitley Minnis: A Life of Service and LoveEdith Whitley Minnis, a beloved teacher, social worker, and missionary, passed away on October 5, 2023, in her hometown of Brandon, MS. She was born on July 19, 1934, and was the youngest of 12 siblings. Edith lived a life filled with compassion, dedication, and a strong commitment to making a positive...
Oma Lee Boyd
Oct 5, 2023
Oma Lee Boyd, 87, a resident of Jackson, MS, passed away on Thurs. Oct. 5, 2023, at St. Dominic Memorial Hospital in Jackson, MS. A memorial service will be held at 10am on Sat. Oct. 28, 2023, at Park Place Baptist Church in Pearl, MS. Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS handled arrangements.
Mrs. Boyd was born...
Mary Ruth Pinter
Oct 4, 2023
Mary Ruth Pinter, age 92, died Wednesday, October 4, 2023 following an extended illness.
Funeral services will be held at 12pm Saturday, October 7, 2023, from the chapel of the OTT & LEE Funeral Home in Forest with interment in the High Hill Cemetery near Walnut Grove. Visitation will be held from 10am till the service time on Saturday. ...
Thomas Leon Lewis
Oct 3, 2023
Thomas “Tommy” Leon Lewis of Greenville, MS died on October 3, 2023 in Brandon, MS. He was born on November 20, 1947 in Laurel, MS.
Tommy was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather. He began his career and continued on to retirement with Abide Aero Corporation in Greenville, MS. He had a passion for flying and all things aviation. He...
Betty Frances Lewis Chesnut
Oct 3, 2023
Visitation: 12:30pm-2:30pm Friday, October 6, 2023 at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Morton.
Chapel service: 2:30pm Friday from the Ott & Lee Chapel in Morton.
Burial: Sims Cemetery.
Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Morton is honored to serve the Betty Frances Chesnut family.
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Betty Frances Lewis Chesnut was born on April 08, 1932 to Wallace and...
Nelda D. Haralson
Oct 3, 2023
Funeral Services: 4pm Wednesday, October 4, 2023, at Ephesus Baptist Church
Visitation will begin at 2pm prior to the service.
Nelda Diane McCraw Haralson was born November 9, 1948, to Lemiel Amon “Boots” McCraw and Beatrice Nelda Gene James McCraw in Newton County, Mississippi. Diane grew up in the Pea Ridge Community with her parents and sister, JoAn McCraw...
Jack Counies Kyzar
Oct 2, 2023
Visit: 10am-2pm, Thursday, October 5, 2023 at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Morton.
Chapel service: 2pm Thursday, October 5, 2023 from the Ott & Lee Chapel in Morton.
Burial: Eureka Baptist Church.
Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Morton is honored to serve the Jack Kyzar family.
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Mr. Jack Counies Kyzar
Lena, MS
Mr. Jack Kyzar, age 83,...
Jerry Brown
Oct 2, 2023
Jerrell (Jerry) Henry Brown age 64, passed away October 2, 2023, in Pearl, Mississippi. Jerry was born July 18, 1959, to Jerrell and Waudean Brown in Jackson Mississippi.
Jerry was known for his great sense of humor, never meeting a stranger, and showing great kindness to his family and many friends. He served as Superintendent for the City of...
Bessie Ruth Shedd Logan
Oct 1, 2023
Visitation: 11am-12pm Friday, October 6, 2023 at Rehobeth Baptist Church.
Service: 12pm Friday, October 6, 2023 at Rehobeth Baptist Church.
Burial: Rehobeth Baptist Cemetery.
Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Morton is honored to serve the Bessie Ruth Logan family.
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(Bessie) Ruth Shedd Logan, 98, of Pelahatchie (Rehobeth), MS entered into the arms of her family on October...
John David Bethea
Sep 30, 2023
John David Bethea, known affectionately as John David, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, September 30, 2023. In keeping with his wishes, there will be no formal service held.
John David was born on January 28, 1985, in Jackson, MS. He graduated from Canton Academy and received his Bachelor of Science from Mississippi College. John...
Bro. Bobby Carl Waggoner
Sep 30, 2023
Bro. Bobby Carl Waggoner, affectionately known as Bro. Bobby, Bobby Carl, Uncle Bobby, Dad and most importantly Pappy, has passed away at the age of 82 in Brandon, MS on September 30, 2023. Born on June 19, 1941, in Morton, MS to Carl Monroe and Stella Mae Waggoner, he leaves behind a legacy of love, devotion, and service.Bro. Bobby's contributions...
Lisa W. Bishop
Sep 29, 2023
Lisa W. Bishop, age 61 of Brandon, passed away on Friday, September 29, 2023.
Visitation will be Tuesday, October 3, 2023, at Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Brandon from 12:00 pm until 2:00 pm. A chapel service will begin at 2:00 pm. Burial will follow in Crestview Memorial Gardens.
She was born in Jackson, MS on February 21,...
Preston Nick
Sep 29, 2023
We at Ott and Lee are heartbroken for the loss of our dear coworker.
Preston Lee Nick was born January 14, 1962, to Percy Burks and Leona Nick in Scott County, MS. He passed away September 29, 2023, in Forest, MS where he resided until his death.
Preston attended school at Sebastopol Attendance Center in Sebastopol, MS and...
Martha Hyde Theriot
Sep 28, 2023
Martha Hyde Theriot, 72, a resident of Brandon, MS, passed away at her home on Thurs. Sept. 28, 2023. Visitation will be held on Sat. Sept. 30, 2023, from 5pm-7pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Funeral Services are 2pm on Sun. Oct. 1, 2023, at Meadow Grove Baptist Church in Brandon, MS with burial to follow...
Mildred Augusta Dowdy Tharpe
Sep 27, 2023
Mildred Augusta Dowdy Tharpe, 85, of Brandon, MS, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, September 27, 2023. Visitation will be held at Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Brandon on Friday, October 6, 2023, from 5:00pm until 7:30pm followed by a family celebration of her life at a later date.
Mildred was born on Sept. 20, 1938,...
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