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.
Owen Creslyn White
Apr 4, 2025
Owen Creslyn White, a faithful servant of God and beloved husband, father, brother, and friend entered into the eternal rest with his Lord and Savior on Friday, April 4th, 2025. He was 87 years old.
Owen was born on September 18,1937 in Neshoba County, Mississippi to Addie Estelle Moore White and Ethan Allen White. After graduating from Zephyr Hill High School...
Bill Boyd
Apr 1, 2025
Mr. Bill Boyd, 72, passed away on Tues. April 1, 2025, at his home in Pelahatchie, MS. Visitation will be held on Fri. April 4, 2025, from 10am-12pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Funeral Services are 12pm on Fri. April 4, 2025, at the Ott & Lee Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in the...
Deborah Ann Steed Patton
Apr 1, 2025
Deborah Steed Patton, 65, passed away April 1, 2025.
Those left to cherish her memory are her husband; Frank Patton, her son; Scott Talmadge Patton, her grandson; John Talmadge Patton, her mother; Dossy Steed, and her sister; Melissa Orgeron. She was preceded in death by her son; John Douglas Sanderson, and her father; Talmadge Steed.
Deborah grew up in Vicksburg, MS. She...
Thomas & Teresa Wright
Mar 31, 2025
Thomas Leslie Wright III, of Brandon, Mississippi, passed away suddenly at home on March 31, 2025.
He was joined by his wife, Teresa Rish Wright, on April 17, 2025. She passed at St. Dominic’s Hospital in Jackson, Mississippi.
A memorial service for Mr. and Mrs. Wright will be held at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon on Saturday, May 10, 2025,...
Betty M. Park
Mar 31, 2025
Betty M. Park Oct. 9, 1939-March 31, 2025
Betty May Park went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, March 31, 2025, in Meridian, MS. She was 85 years old. The family will receive friends and extended family for visitation from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, April 6, 2025. The funeral...
Lillian Batte Thornton
Mar 31, 2025
On March 31, 2025 Lillian Batte Thornton joined her beloved husband of 73 years, John Thornton, in Heaven. Their extraordinary bond, forged through decades of love, devotion, and shared life, is now reunited in eternal peace. Visitation will be held Saturday, April 5th from 10-11 am at High Hill Baptist Church in Raleigh, MS, with a graveside service beginning at...
Ricky Dean Mullins
Mar 30, 2025
Ricky Dean Mullins 1966-2025 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ricky Mullins, who departed this life on March 30th, 2025, in Morton, MS. Born on October 27th, 1966, in Allegan, Michigan. Ricky was a wonderful husband, father, papaw and friend. He was loved by all who knew him. His favorite hobbies included four-wheeler riding, fishing,...
Thomas E. Dement, Sr
Mar 30, 2025
Thomas E. Dement, Sr, age 76, and resident of Walnut Grove died Sunday, March 30, 2025, at St. Dominic Hospital following a brief illness.
Visitation will be held from 12pm Thursday, April 3, 2025, at the Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Forest, with graveside services to follow in the Sebastopol Cemetery with Bryan Cirlot officiating.
Thomas was born on August 8,...
Joseph L. Campbell, Sr.
Mar 28, 2025
Joseph (Joe) Campbell, Sr, born Nov. 4th 1954, was a loving man who enjoyed spending time with his family and on the river fishing. Joe was an avid outdoorsman. He loved being outside and was always helping someone in need.
Joe is survived by his loving wife of 51 years Becky Campbell. He has 3 sons and 2 daughters in law....
Judie Alvinia Bradford
Mar 28, 2025
Judie Alvinia Bradford, 78, passed away on Fri. March 28, 2025, in Flowood, MS. Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS handled arrangements.
Mrs. Bradford was born on Feb. 19, 1947, in Jackson, MS to the late Asa Waltman and Willie Franklin Waltman.
She is survived by her two daughters, Elaine Parish (Clyde) and Daphne Bradford; 4 grandchildren, Daniel Parish, Haley...
Brian Douglas Roth
Mar 26, 2025
Brian Douglas Roth passed away on March 26, 2025, at the age of 67. Born on December 18, 1957, in Ayersville, he spent many years in Fort Wayne before moving to Forest, Mississippi, in November 2013.
Brian was a problem solver through and through—there wasn’t a challenge he couldn’t figure out. If something didn’t work right, his go-to phrase was, “Check...
Audene Thornton Evans
Mar 25, 2025
Audene Thornton Evans, of Pearl, Mississippi, passed away on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at the age of 85.
Visitation will be held at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon on Thursday, March 27, 2025, from 5:00 to 8:00 pm. Funeral services will be at High Hill Baptist Church in Raleigh, Mississippi, on Friday, March 28, 2025, at 10:00 am, with...
Julia "Judy" Ann Nichols
Mar 25, 2025
Julia “Judy” Ann Nichols
March 17, 1953 – March 25, 2025
With hearts full of love and gratitude, we celebrate the beautiful life of Julia “Judy” Ann Nichols, who passed away peacefully on March 25, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Born on March 17, 1953, to Fred and Ella Bee Freeman, Judy lived a life defined by faith, kindness, and unwavering...
James E. White
Mar 24, 2025
James was loud and proud. He never met a stranger, always striking up a conversation with everyone around him. He believed in an honest day’s work and lived a life of integrity. You never had to wonder what he was thinking because he would gladly let you know. His straightforward truth telling was sometimes hard to hear but always admirable.
James...
J.B. Hollingsworth
Mar 22, 2025
J.B. Hollingsworth passed on March 22, 2025 after a brief illness at age 81 years young. J.B. Hollingsworth was born on November 28, 1943 in Newton County, Mississippi to Robert and Mary Lee Hollingsworth. He peacefully left this life to be with his parents and his sisters, Mary Ware and Betty Lynn Jordan.
While in high school, he met the love...
Theresa Carol Ferguson
Mar 22, 2025
Theresa Carol Ferguson, beloved daughter, sister, mother, and grandmother, passed away on March 22, 2025, at the age of 79 in Vicksburg, Mississippi. Born on November 22, 1945, in Jackson, Mississippi, she dedicated much of her life to helping others as she worked in Admissions with Nursing Allied and Hinds Community College.
Theresa had a wonderful personality. She loved horses and...
James Lawrence Harvey
Mar 22, 2025
James Lawrence Harvey, age 78, of Pearl, Mississippi, passed away peacefully at his home on March 22, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.
Lawrence was born on November 10, 1946, in Brandon, Mississippi, to James Luther Harvey and Vera Franklin Harvey Bryant. He was a 1965 graduate of Pearl High School and went on to serve in the Navy Reserves. Lawrence married...
Peggy Agnew Shamburger
Mar 22, 2025
Peggy Shamburger wanted to see people smile. She loved to entertain her friends and relatives at dinner parties and holiday gatherings. She had a passion for travel that took her and others around the world. She cherished time with her husband, children and grandchildren. She wanted the people around her to be happy.
Peggy Agnew Shamburger was born on March 29,...
Bruce Allen Harris
Mar 20, 2025
Bruce Allen Harris, born on November 30, 1951, in Union, MS, passed away on March 20, 2025, at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. He was a devoted husband, father, brother, and grandfather, leaving behind a legacy of love and laughter.
Bruce had a long and fulfilling career as a senior cost analyst at Eaton Aerospace in Jackson. He was dedicated...
Mary Coke
Mar 20, 2025
Mary Kate Coke, of Florence, Mississippi, passed away on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at her home at the age of 88.
Visitation will be held at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon on Sunday, March 23, 2025, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. Funeral services will be at Dry Creek Baptist Church in Florence on Monday, March 24, 2025, at 2:00...
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