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.
Durwood Martin Davis
Apr 23, 2025
Durwood Martin Davis, of Brandon, Mississippi, went home to be with our Savior on Wednesday, April 23, 2025.
Durwood Martin Davis was born in Flora, Mississippi, on December 19, 1938, to the late William Harrison Davis and Leona Maudie Davis.
He graduated from the Mississippi School for the Deaf, Class of 1959. There, he was a member of the football, basketball, and...
Tice Bradley Wagner
Apr 22, 2025
Brad was a kind, humble, and creative soul whose quiet presence left a lasting impact on everyone who knew him. Born in Norman, Oklahoma, he lived in several states throughout his life, including Arkansas, Texas, Alabama, Tennessee, and Mississippi. Brad had a deep love for technology, often helping family members build and upgrade their computers, fostering a shared passion for...
Clyde Morris Ward
Apr 21, 2025
Clyde Morris Ward went home to be with the Lord on Monday April 21st at 7a.m. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was also a kind and generous man to all who came to know him. Throughout his life, he dedicated himself to helping others and was a lifelong advocate for blind and handicapped people. He...
G. C. Saul
Apr 19, 2025
G. C. Saul, of Brandon, Mississippi, passed away at his home on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at the age of 92.
Visitation will be held at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 from 10:00 to 11:00 am with the funeral service immediately following in the chapel at 11:00 am. He will be laid to rest...
Newell Ray Johnson
Apr 18, 2025
Mr. Newell Ray Johnson, age 91, a resident of Morton passed away on Friday, April 18, 2025, at Mississippi Baptist Medical Center in Jackson, MS.
Mr. Johnson was born on September 12, 1933, in Smith County, MS to Calar and Alma Drummond Johnson. Mr. Johnson started his own plumbing business that has been passed down for three generations. Newell was a...
James Earl Stone
Apr 17, 2025
Mr. James Earl Stone, age 78, a resident of Pelahatchie, MS passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 17, 2025, at his home in the Crossroads Community. James was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather and was known as “Bud or Jim” to close friends and family. He was born on November 3, 1946, in Gouverneur, NY to Alfred Earl Stone...
Jeffrey Clayton "Sparky" Little
Apr 16, 2025
Jeffrey Clayton "Sparky" Little, lovingly known as "Sparky" to those who knew and loved him best, passed away on April 16th at the age of 62. Born on August 23, 1962, in Yazoo City, Mississippi, Jeff was the son of Ralph and Nell Little.
He was the devoted husband of Lisa Little, and a proud and present father to Matthew Little...
George Sidney Dennis
Apr 15, 2025
George Sidney Dennis, of Pearl, Mississippi, passed away on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, in Flowood, Mississippi, at the age of 82.
Sidney was born January 8, 1943, in Newton, Mississippi, to George Samuel Dennis and Christine Parker Posey. He moved to Pearl with his family at the age of 14. He married Alice L. Watkins on November 30, 1964, and together...
Nancy Thompson Petty
Apr 15, 2025
Nancy Thompson Petty, age 83, of Brandon, MS, went to her heavenly home on April 15, 2025.
She was born in the Mississippi Delta in the small town of Merigold, MS on May 19, 1941. She was a dedicated telephone operator for BellSouth for 34 years (1963-1997).
She was a kind, loving, and caring daughter, sister, aunt, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother....
Judie Kay Wilkerson
Apr 14, 2025
Judie Kay Wilkerson, 72, passed away on Mon. April 14, 2025, at Edgewood Nursing & Rehab in Byram, MS. Visitation will be held on Thurs. April 17, 2025, from 11am-1pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Funeral Services are 1pm Thurs. April 17, 2025, at the Ott & Lee Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in...
Greta Hearron Baria
Apr 14, 2025
Greta Hearron Baria, 77, passed away on Mon. April 14, 2025, in Brandon, MS. A visitation will be held on Fri. April 18, 2025, from 4pm-6pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS.
Mrs. Baria was born on Dec. 14, 1947, in Meridian, MS to the late Aussie Sanford Hearron and Lorainne Thompson Hearron.
She is survived by her husband,...
Linda Madden Cappony
Apr 13, 2025
God sent his angels to take Linda Madden Cappony to be with our Lord and Savior on Palm Sunday, April 13th, 2025. She went peacefully at home with her loving husband Nicholas Cappony by her side.
Linda was born November 6th, 1944, in Union, Mississippi, to Martha Louise Staton and Junior Buck Madden. In 1958, the family moved to Jackson, Mississippi...
Keith Gilbert Tadlock
Apr 12, 2025
Keith Gilbert Tadlock, 60, passed away on Sat. April 12, 2025. Visitation will be held on Wed. April 30, 2025 from 1pm-2pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Funeral Services are 2pm on Wed. April 30, 2025 at the Ott & Lee Funeral Home Chapel located at 1360 West Government St. Brandon, MS 39042.
Keith was born on...
Doris J. Coward
Apr 12, 2025
Mrs. Doris J. Coward, age 71 passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at her home in Coward town surround by her family. Doris was born on August 27, 1953, to Ernest and Ruby Allen Renfroe in Morton, MS. She was a Christian by faith and a member of Branch Baptist Church. Doris loved her family and enjoyed taking care...
Bettie McCormick Delcomyn
Apr 12, 2025
Bettie McCormick Delcomyn, born on November 24, 1950, in Lexington, Mississippi, passed away on April 12, 2025, in Jackson, Mississippi. She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend who touched the lives of many.
Bettie was very active in her community and made a significant impact through her involvement in the Lady's Bible Study group at Pinelake Church. She took...
Beverley Gianini Walker
Apr 11, 2025
Mrs. Beverley Gianini Walker, age 72, a resident of Pearl passed away surrounded by her loving family on Friday, April 11, 2025 at her home.
Visitation will be held Thursday, April 17, 2025 from 4pm-7pm at Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Brandon.
Chapel service will be held at 7pm on Thursday, April 17, 2025 at Ott and Lee Funeral Home in...
Mary Elizabeth Crossman
Apr 11, 2025
Mary Elizabeth Crossman, age 92, a resident of Brandon, MS passed away at her home surrounded by her loving family on Friday, April 11, 2025.
Visitation will be held Friday, April 18, 2025 from 5pm-8pm at Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Brandon and
2nd visitation will be held Saturday, April 19, 2025 from 9am-11am at Ott and Lee Funeral Home in...
Lennis Burnham, Sr.
Apr 11, 2025
Visitation: 1pm-3pm Monday, April 14, 2025 at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Morton.
Chapel service: 3pm Monday, April 14, 2025 from the Ott and Lee Chapel in Morton.
No graveside service/ Burial will be in Lodebar Cemetery.
Bro. Barry Corbett is the officiant with Bro. Spencer Sullivan.
Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Morton is honored to serve the Burnham family.
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Mr. Lennis Burnham,...
Connie Fay Varner Kelley
Apr 11, 2025
On October 9, 1947 Connie Fay Varner Kelley was born to Henry and Maudie Varner in Pelahatchie, MS. She was a 1965 Brandon High School graduate where she was 1st and 2nd chair flute in the famous Bulldog band. She graduated from Hinds Jr. College in 1967. On August 5, 1967 she married Thomas Ray Kelley. They lived in a...
Edwin Earl Sallis, Sr.
Apr 11, 2025
Edwin Earl Sallis, age 89, a loving father, dedicated husband of 66 years, and an avid fisherman who cherished the outdoors and nature, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2025, at Baptist Medical Center in Jackson. Born on March 15, 1936, in Water Valley, Mississippi, to Nell Ashford Sallis and Martin Edwin Sallis, Ed lived a life rich in family,...
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