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.
Shelby Jean Porter
Jul 2, 2023
Shelby Jean Porter, beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on July 2, 2023, at the age of 85. She was born on December 19, 1937, in Washington County, Mississippi to Jesse Graham Amason and Etta Marie Harmon Amason. Shelby will forever be cherished for her love of life and unwavering dedication to her family.Shelby had a zest for...
Vernell Goldman
Jul 1, 2023
Vernell Goldman, a beloved husband, father, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2023, in Vero Beach Florida at the age of 86. He is survived by his adoring wife, Florence Isaac Goldman; children, Mark (Sylvia) and John (Annabelle); and sister, Syble Myers.
Vernell was born in Philadelphia Mississippi on May 2, 1937. His childhood in...
Carbie E. Farris
Jul 1, 2023
Carbie Eugene Farris, a resident of Flora MS, was born January 19, 1932, and passed from this life July 1, 2023. At the age of 91 years, 5 months and 12 days. He was preceded in death by his father, General Lee Farris, his mother, Ethel (Long) Farris, one son, Larry Eugene Farris, two brothers GL and Dale Farris, and...
Jessie Bowlin Lowry
Jun 30, 2023
Jessie Bowlin Lowry, age 89, of Brandon, MS passed away peacefully on Friday, June 30, 2023.
Jessie was born in Panther Burn, MS on April 19, 1934, to Jesse Allen Bowlin and Zera E. Hill Bowlin.
On July 2, 1954, in Greenwood, MS, Jessie married the love of her life, Howard Allen (H.A.) Lowry. H.A’s career path took them...
Richard Alan Warwick
Jun 29, 2023
Richard Alan Warwick, 63, of Houston TX passed away on June 29, 2023. A memorial service will be held 1:30 pm Saturday, July 13 at Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Morton, Ms. Interment will be at Morton Memorial Gardens, no graveside service will be held.
He was born June 21, 1960 in Jackson, MS to Richard Lynwood Warwick and Elaine...
Sarah Ruth Roncali
Jun 28, 2023
Sarah Ruth Roncali peacefully entered into eternal rest June 28, 2023, in the comfort of her home in Newton, MS. Visitation will be held on Saturday, July 1st from 9-11am followed by service in the Ott and Lee Chapel in Forest, MS. Graveside service and burial will be held at Pine Ridge Cemetery in Lawrence, MS.
Mrs. Roncali was...
James Scott Dewberry
Jun 27, 2023
James Scott Dewberry, known affectionately as Scott, passed away on June 27, 2023, leaving a profound void in the lives of all who knew him. Born on November 14, 1962, in Fort Benning, GA, Scott's journey through life was marked by his unwavering dedication to his work at Continental Tire and his love and devotion to his family and friends....
Roger Beutell Thornton
Jun 26, 2023
Roger Beutell Thornton, 74, passed away on Mon. June 26, 2023 at Cooperwood Senior Living in Flowood, MS. Visitation will be held on Thurs. June 29, 2023 from 5pm-7pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS and on Fri. June 30, 2023 from 9:30am-10:30am at Brandon Baptist Church in Brandon, MS. Funeral Services are 10:30am on Fri. June...
Gloria "Jeannie" Stolk
Jun 25, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gloria "Jeannie" Stolk, known to many as a kind and caring Registered Nurse. Jeannie was born on March 11, 1950, in Birmingham, AL to her loving parents James Thomas Payne and Beatrice Neugent Payne.Jeannie lived a life filled with love and compassion for her fellow man. After graduating from...
Ruth Lewis
Jun 25, 2023
Ruth Jeanette (Petty) Lewis, 90, of Forest, Mississippi, is now soaring with the angels after passing away peacefully after an extended illness, on June 25, 2023, in the home of her daughter. She had a life well lived and was ready to be with her Lord and Savior.
A Celebration of Ruth’s Life will be 11:00am Wednesday,...
John Gardner
Jun 25, 2023
John Robert Gardner, 80, passed away on Sun. June 25, 2023 at Select Specialty Hospital in Jackson, MS. Visitation will be held on Wed. June 28, 2023 from 11am-1:30pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Graveside Services are 2pm on Wed. June 28, 2023 at Brandon Memorial Gardens in Brandon, MS.
Mr. Gardner was...
Walter Rodney Myers
Jun 24, 2023
There will be no services at this time.
Walter Rodney Myers, age 63, passed away on Saturday, June 24, 2023 following a extended illness.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Sandra Ingram Myers and parents, Russell Allen Myers and Gloria Ann Crain Myers.
He is survived by his siblings, Jeffrey Myers...
Richard Coleman Mayberry
Jun 23, 2023
Richard Coleman Mayberry, born on March 21, 1974, in Jackson, MS, has left a profound impact on the lives of those who had the privilege of knowing him. His journey in this world came to a close on June 23, 2023, in Port Allen, LA. In his professional life, Richard worked at Deep South Equipment.
Survivors include his parents, Mike...
Dennis Smith
Jun 21, 2023
Dennis C. Smith, 76, passed away on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at Clinton Health Care. A visitation will begin at 1pm Friday, June 23, 2023, with a Celebration of Life Service following at 2pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS.
Dennis was a 1965 graduate of Jackson’s Provine High School. He received an AA...
Bobbie Gilmore
Jun 21, 2023
Bobbie Sue Gilmore, 76, passed away on Wed. June 21, 2023 at the Mississippi Baptist Medical Center in Jackson, MS. Visitation will be held on Sat. June 24, 2023 from 9:30am-11am at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Funeral Services are 11am Sat. June 24, 2023 at the Ott & Lee Funeral Home Chapel in Brandon, MS...
Charles Trest
Jun 21, 2023
Mr. Charles W. Trest, age 81, a resident of Leesburg community passed away on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, in Meridian, MS. Visitation for Mr. Charles will be 6:00pm to 8:00pm, Tuesday, June 27,2023, at Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Morton, MS. Funeral Service will be at 1:00pm Wednesday, at Leesburg Baptist Church. Burial will be in...
George Beck Coghlan
Jun 20, 2023
George Beck Coghlan, 82, passed away on Tues. June 20, 2023, at Merit Health Hospital in Hattiesburg, MS. Visitation will be held on Sat. July 1, 2023 from 9:30am-10:30am at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Graveside Services are 11am on Sat. July 1, 2023 at Floral Hills Memory Gardens in Pearl, MS.
Mr. Coghlan was...
Billy Frank Williams
Jun 20, 2023
Billy Frank “Bill” Williams, age 87, and a resident of Forest died Tuesday, June 20, 2023, at the Anderson Hospital in Meridian following a brief illness.
Funeral services will be conducted at 12pm Friday, June 30, 2023, from the chapel of the OTT & LEE Funeral Home in Forest with Pastor E. J. Shepherd officiating. Interment will...
Robert Hagen
Jun 20, 2023
Robert David Hagen, 85, passed away at his home on Tues. June 20, 2023 and before his last breath, he wanted to hear the Good News of Jesus Christ, who defeated death on the cross, paying for our sins and saving all who repent and have faith in him. This gives us the joy of knowing he is now...
Jeannette Marie Mann
Jun 19, 2023
Jeannette Marie Mann was born on July 19, 1941 and passed away on June 19, 2023. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Mon. July 15, 2023 from 1pm-5pm at 116 Crook Ridge Brandon, MS 39042.
She is survived by her children, Robert “Bobby” Sparrow, Louella “Lou” Miller, Cheryl Hernandez (Marlon), Crystal Miller, James “Clif” Anderson...
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