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.

Ruth Evelyn Collins

Ruth Evelyn Collins

Sep 8, 2025

Ruth Evelyn Collins, 87, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 8, 2025, at her home in Pearl, Mississippi, surrounded by her loving family.

Visitation will be at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon on Friday, September 12, 2025, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm with the funeral service beginning in the chapel at 1:00 pm. She will be laid to...

Marshall Bridges

Marshall Bridges

Sep 9, 2025

Marshall Bridges

December 11, 1986 – September 9, 2025

Kenneth Marshall Bridges, age 38, of Mississippi, passed away on September 9, 2025. He leaves behind a legacy of deep love, quiet strength, and unforgettable memories.

Marshall is survived by his beloved daughter, Valerie Bridges, who was the light of his life. He is also survived by his sister, Alana Clark, his brother Nolan...

Penny Ann Sibley Bridges

Penny Ann Sibley Bridges

Sep 9, 2025

Penny Sibley Bridges

April 7, 1958 – September 9, 2025

Penny Bridges, age 67, of Morton, Mississippi, passed away on September 9, 2025. A beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, Penny’s heart was as big as the world she made brighter with her presence.

Born on April 7, 1958, Penny was the daughter of the late Elizabeth Sibley and Robert “Bob” Sibley. She...

Mary Ann Parman

Mary Ann Parman

Sep 7, 2025

Mary Ann Parman, 80, our precious MaeMae, of Brandon, MS, passed away on September 7, 2025.

Mary Ann was born to Alfred and Edna Beasley Hennington on March 11, 1945. She graduated from Port Gibson High School in 1962, and went on to attend Mississippi University for Women. With one year remaining in her Home Economics degree, she returned home after...

Jane Kennedy Murphey

Jane Kennedy Murphey

Sep 7, 2025

Jane Kennedy Murphey, 69, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 7, 2025, surrounded by her husband, children and grandchildren. Visitation is Wednesday, September 10, 2025, from 5:00-8:00 PM at Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Brandon. The service will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday, September 11, 2025, with visitation at 10:00 AM at First Baptist Church Brandon, 309 South...

Ida Ellaweeze Lampkin

Ida Ellaweeze Lampkin

Sep 4, 2025

Ida Ellaweeze Brewer Lampkin, age 88, a resident of the Mississippi Care Center of Morton, since 2024, in Morton, Mississippi, passed away on September 4, 2025. Ellaweeze was born on October 23, 1936, in Frogtown (Pulaski), Mississippi, to Andrew Jackson Brewer and Frankie Allen-Trest Brewer. She lived her whole life in Mississippi mainly in the Scott County area.

Ellaweeze was a...

Wanda Jean Pittenger Smith

Wanda Jean Pittenger Smith

Sep 3, 2025

Visitation will be held 1pm-3pm, Saturday, September 6, 2025 at Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Morton.

Chapel service will be held 3pm Saturday from the Ott and Lee Chapel in Morton.

Burial: Piney Grove Cemetery

Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Morton is honored to serve the Smith family.

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Wanda Jean Smith

Age 64, and a resident of Morton passed away on September 3,...

Debbie Shaw

Debbie Shaw

Sep 2, 2025

Debbie Shaw, born on October 6, 1961, in Clinton, Mississippi, passed away at home on September 6, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, warmth, and cherished memories. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose heart was as expansive as her spirit.

In her professional life, Debbie worked in billing at Riveroaks Hospital, where she built lasting relationships...

Charles Harry Allen

Charles Harry Allen

Sep 1, 2025

Charles (Charlie) Harry Allen was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on September 1, 2025.

Charlie was born in Ellisville, MS in 1927 on October 8th. There were 7 members in the Allen family which included mother, Flora Davis Allen, father, Frank Allen along with brother Frank Jr., sisters Doris, Edna Earl, Minnie Grace and Charlie. Charlie was...

Trany Melba Seal

Trany Melba Seal

Aug 31, 2025

Trany “Melba” Steverson Seal

(January 7, 1928 -August 31, 2025)

Melba went to be with our Lord on August 31, 2025. Visitation will be September 4, from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at Ott and Lee Funeral Home, 1360 W. Government St., Brandon, MS. Followed by a graveside service at Cedar Lawn Cemetary, 2434 W. Capital St., Jackson, MS.

She was born on...

Peter Clyde Allen Wilson

Peter Clyde Allen Wilson

Aug 30, 2025

Peter “Bubba” Clyde Allen Wilson

October 27, 1971 – August 30, 2025

Peter Clyde Allen Wilson, lovingly known as “Bubba,” passed away on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at the age of 53 in Brandon, Mississippi. Bubba’s larger-than-life presence, warm heart, and love for his family and friends leave behind a legacy that will be cherished forever.

Bubba was born in Jackson, Mississippi, on...

Charles Ray Whitehead

Charles Ray Whitehead

Aug 29, 2025

Charles Ray Whitehead, age 87, and a resident of the Polkville community, died Thursday, August 28, 2025, at the St. Dominic Hospital following a brief illness.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:15am, Tuesday, September 2, 2025, from the chapel of the OTT & LEE Funeral Home in Morton with interment to follow in the Oak Grove Church of God Cemetery....

Carolyn Wright Little

Carolyn Wright Little

Aug 29, 2025

Carolyn Little, 87, of Brandon, MS passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her husband and children on Friday, August 29, 2025. Carolyn graduated from Eupora High School in 1955 and moved to Greenwood to begin a lifelong career with South Central Bell. She met and married her sweetheart, Frank Little in 1959, and together they raised two daughters, Michelle...

Vivian Robinson

Vivian Robinson

Aug 27, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Vivian Ann Robinson, who departed her earthly home on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at the age of 68, after a courageous five-year battle with dementia.

Vivian was born on May 20, 1957, in Forest, Mississippi, to Vernon and Bobbie Robinson. She lived a life marked by love, resilience, and grace....

Cheryl Lucretia Lott

Cheryl Lucretia Lott

Aug 27, 2025

Cheryl Lucretia Lott, born on June 2, 1944, in Morton, Mississippi, passed away on August 27, 2025, in Brandon, Mississippi. Cheryl was known for her vibrant spirit and her dedication to her craft. She owned Cheryl's Florist and Gifts for many years, and she also worked for several other local florists throughout her career, sharing her love for flowers and...

Gail S. Mitchell

Gail S. Mitchell

Aug 27, 2025



Gail S. Mitchell

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of our beloved Gail S. Mitchell, 64, of Brandon, who went home peacefully on August 27, 2025. A devoted wife, cherished mother, and adoring “Nanny,” Gail was the very heart of our family.

Born on September 8, 1960, in Morton to Winnie May and Charlie Shoemaker, Gail dedicated her life to caring...

Sherrye D. Harrell

Sherrye D. Harrell

Aug 27, 2025

Sherrye D. Harrell, a cherished member of her community and a devoted family matriarch, passed away on August 27, 2025, in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, at the age of 59. Born on December 20, 1965, in Tennessee, Sherrye touched the lives of many through her kindness, creativity, and steadfast dedication to her family and faith.

Sherrye was a vibrant presence, known for her...

Betty Lorene Satterfield

Betty Lorene Satterfield

Aug 27, 2025

Betty Lorene Moore Satterfield

Pearl, MS 

Betty Lorene Moore Satterfield, 82, passed away on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at her home in Pearl, MS.  Graveside services will be 11:00am Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at Sharron Primitive Baptist Cemetery in Lake, MS.  

Survivors include her sons, Clint Satterfield (Diane) and Tony  Satterfield; 4 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.  She is also survived by...

Sandra Jane Jones

Sandra Jane Jones

Aug 27, 2025

Sandra Jane Jones, 67, of Harperville passed away on August 27, 2025 at her home. She was born July 26, 1958 in Flint, Michigan to Willard Jones and Frances Dees Jones. 

There are no services planned at this time. Burial will take place Friday, August 30 at Hebron Church in Montgomery County. 

Sandra is preceded in death by her parents, Willard and...

James "Jimmy" Clinton Steadham

James "Jimmy" Clinton Steadham

Aug 27, 2025

James "Jimmy" Clinton Steadham, Jr., beloved father, son, and friend, passed away on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at the Mississippi Baptist Medical Center in Jackson, Mississippi. He was born on May 12, 1943, in Leesburg, MS in Rankin County, and lived a life marked by kindness, dedication, and an unwavering passion for his family and work.

Jimmy's journey in the trucking...

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