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.
Bobby Kendall Cox
Oct 15, 2025
Bobby Kendall Cox, a beloved figure in his community and a cherished family man, passed away unexpectedly in an automobile accident on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at the age of 68. Born on June 17, 1957, in Scott County, he filled his years with experiences that would resonate deeply with those who knew him.
Bobby dedicated many years of his life...
Robert Boone Cooper
Oct 15, 2025
Robert B. (Bobby) Cooper, age 64, passed away peacefully in Brandon, MS on October 15, 2025.
Bobby was born August 22, 1961, in Memphis Tennessee to Billy W. Cooper, Sr and Ann Cingtran Cooper.
He spent his career as a law enforcement officer at UMMC in Jackson, MS, Brandon, MS and Greenville, MS before retiring to Brandon, MS. “His happiest days were...
Marlene Marie Rhodes
Oct 13, 2025
Marlene Marie Rhodes, born on June 9, 1943, in San Jose, California, passed away on October 13, 2025, in Jackson, Mississippi. She was a devoted member of the Catholic Faith, often enjoying her services and Mass through television.
Marlene's life was filled with love for her family, especially her cherished grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She found joy in being a BINGO caller...
Dennis Ray Stuart
Oct 13, 2025
Dennis Ray Stuart
May 28, 1958 — October 13, 2025
Morton, Ms
Dennis Ray Stuart, a veteran of the United States Air Force passed away on October 13,2025. Visitation will be held Friday, October 17 at Morton Ott and Lee Funeral Home from 5:00-8:00pm. On Saturday, October 18 at Mt. Olive Primitive Baptist Church visitation will be from 10:00 - 11:00am with the...
Jan Crump Robinson
Oct 13, 2025
Jan Crump Robinson, 69, of Brandon, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2025. Visitation will be 9am until 11am Thursday, October 16, 2025, at The Church at Shiloh in Pelahatchie, MS. Services will follow at 11am at the church with burial in The Church at Shiloh Cemetery.
Born and raised in Schlater, Mississippi, Jan graduated from Pillow Academy in 1974...
Joel Dee Birdsong
Oct 12, 2025
Joel Dee Birdsong, of Brandon, Mississippi, passed away on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at the age of 80.
Mr. Birdsong was born on November 3, 1944, in Alabama to Oscar Birdsong and Sybill Smith Birdsong. He worked as a heavy equipment mechanic for Massey-Ferguson in Indianola for many years. He married Reatta Yates on June 7, 1981, and together they shared...
Edward M Fortune
Oct 12, 2025
Edward Fortune, a veteran of the United States Army and Coast Guard, passed away surrounded by family on October 12,2025. Visitation will be held Friday, October 17 at Ott and Lee Funeral Home from 8:30-10:15am, with a funeral service in the chapel at 10:15am officiated by Bro. Gary Morris. Burial will take place at Mississippi Veteran’s Cemetery in Newton with...
Jonnie Jo McMurphy
Oct 11, 2025
Jonnie Jo Upton McMurphy, 97, of Forest, MS passed away on October 11, 2025, in Olive Branch, MS.
Funeral services will be held at 2:30pm , Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Ott & Lee Funeral Home, with Visitation from 1pm till the service time. No graveside services will be held, the family will remain to visit with friends. She will be...
Gerald Lamar Ballard, Sr.
Oct 11, 2025
Lamar Ballard, 86, of Brandon, Mississippi, passed away on October 11, 2025, in his home with his wife by his side.
Funeral services will be at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at 2:00 pm, with visitation from 12:30 to 2:00 pm. He will be laid to rest in Sims Cemetery in Morton.
Born on February...
Mack Douglas Robinson, Jr.
Oct 10, 2025
Mack Douglas Robinson, Jr. passed away on October 10, 2025, in Pearl, MS, where he was also born on January 18, 1972. He was a lifetime resident of Rankin County and devoted his career to working for the Corps of Engineers as well as various Land Engineering companies.
Doug is survived by his mother, Martha Jay Robinson, and his brother, Marshal...
Lou Sylvia Tucker
Oct 10, 2025
Lou Sylvia Tucker, born on March 25, 1946, in Vicksburg, MS, passed away on October 10, 2025, at the Mississippi Baptist Medical Center in Jackson, MS. Sylvia was a devoted person who loved her Jesus and cherished the time she spent raising her grandchildren.
She earned her Associates Degree and worked as a phlebotomist and PBX Operator at the VA Medical...
Carolyn Fay Carpenter
Oct 10, 2025
Our hearts are troubled as Fay Carpenter made the transition to her heavenly home. Fay was a cherished wife, dedicated mother, and caring grandmother. She passed away at home on October 10, 2025, just shy of her 80th birthday.
Born November 19, 1945 to Daniel and Florine Wooley Everett. Fay was raised in White Oak, Mississippi. After moving to Jackson, she...
Gladys Annette Mapp
Oct 8, 2025
Gladys Annette Mapp, of Brandon, Mississippi, passed away on Wednesday, October 9, 2025, at the age of 90.
Visitation will be held at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 10:00 to 11:00 am, with the funeral service beginning at 11:00 am in the chapel. The graveside service will follow at 3:30 pm in McLaurin...
Cynthia Kay Squires
Oct 8, 2025
Cynthia Kay Squires, of Morton, Mississippi, passed away on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at the age of 65.
The family will hold a memorial service at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church on Monday, October 13, 2025, at 11:00 am. Visitation will be from 10:00 to 11:00 am.
Mrs. Squires was born on July 24, 1960, in Raleigh, Mississippi, to Walter Carter Buckman and...
Carol Lynn Pinter
Oct 4, 2025
Carol Lynn Pinter passed away peacefully on October 4, 2025, after a courageous and hard-fought battle with cancer. She faced her illness with remarkable strength, grace, and resilience—qualities that defined her life. Visitation will be held Wednesday, October 8th from 2-4pm with a funeral service following at 4 in the Ott and Lee Chapel. Burial will take place at Damascus...
Donald Olen Huff
Oct 1, 2025
Donald Olen Huff, born on June 13, 1951, in Meridian, Mississippi, departed this life on October 1, 2025, in Pelahatchie, Mississippi. He was a devoted member of Antioch Baptist Church, which played a significant role in his life.
Donald is survived by his beloved wife, Peggy Morrow Huff. They shared many cherished moments together. His family includes his daughter, Julia Katherine...
Mrs. Barbara Mondale Beavers Farris
Oct 1, 2025
Mrs. Barbara Mondale Beavers Farris, age 90, a former resident of the Forkville Community passed away on Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at Riggs Manor Retirement Community.
Visitation will be held Monday, October 6, 2025 at Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Morton from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm.
Chapel service will be held at 2pm Monday at the Ott and Lee Chapel...
Charlotte Gale Arnold Sharp
Sep 28, 2025
Charlotte Gale Arnold Sharp (formerly Charlotte Gale Sheppeard), age 70 , loving mother of two , and adoring wife to husband Jeff Sharp, passed away in the early hours of September 28, 2025 at her home surrounded by loved ones. Gale was born in 1955 to Willie Fred Arnold and Clara Wardine Arnold of Doddsvile, MS (Roundaway). Gale was a...
Crissy Martin Herrington
Sep 27, 2025
Mrs. Crissy Herrington, age 46, a resident of Morton, passed away on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at University Medical Center in Jackson.
Her visitation will be held 5pm-8pm Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Morton.
Chapel service will be held 11am, Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at the Ott and Lee Chapel in Morton.
Burial will follow in Branch...
Carolyn Riser Haralson
Sep 26, 2025
Carolyn Riser Haralson passed away on Friday, September 26, 2025, in Forest, Mississippi at the age of 87.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11:30am Wednesday, October 1, 2025, from the chapel of the OTT & LEE Funeral Home of Forest. Visitation will be held from 10am till the service time at the funeral home. Bro. Chris Harrison will officiate. Graveside...
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