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.
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
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...
Joan Carol Gordon
Aug 26, 2025
Joan Carol Gordon, 77, passed away on Tues. Aug. 26, 2025 at Castlewood Place in Brandon, MS. A graveside service will be held at 10am on Fri. Aug. 29, 2025 at Hollandale Cemetery located at 768-770 Old Deer Creek Dr. Hollandale, MS 38748. Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS is handling arrangements.
Mrs. Gordon was born in Hollandale, MS...
Travis Lynn Evans
Aug 24, 2025
Travis Lynn Evans, affectionately known as "Blue Boy," was born on April 9, 1955, in Laurel, Mississippi. He peacefully departed from this world at his home on August 24, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.
Travis was a devoted family man, with a deep love for his wife, Shirley Evans, of Morton. Together, they shared a beautiful...
Tommy Wilson Leach Sr.
Aug 24, 2025
Tommy Leach, a remarkable man whose spirit touched the lives of many, passed away peacefully at his home in Brandon, Mississippi, surrounded by his family, on August 24, 2025. Born on February 13, 1938, in Walnut Grove, Mississippi, he was a beacon of kindness and generosity, known for his unwavering willingness to lend a helping hand to anyone in need.
Following...
Daniel Anthony Danner
Aug 23, 2025
Daniel Anthony Danner passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at his home in Brandon, Mississippi, at the age of 60.
Dan was born on November 10, 1964, in Florida, to Delbert and Patricia Danner. He was inspired by his brother’s military service, and following graduation from high school, he joined the United States Marine Corps. He was extremely proud to...
Jason Richard Watkins
Aug 20, 2025
Jason Watkins, 42, of Brandon passed away far too soon on August 20th, 2025 while working in Indianola, MS.
Visitation will be held on Monday, August 25th from 10-11am at Ott and Lee of Forest, followed by a funeral service at 11 in the chapel to be officiated by Bro. Bo Rice, and a graveside service at Dennis Cemetery in Lake.
Jason...
Julie Anne Russell
Aug 19, 2025
Julie Anne Russell, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, was escorted into Heaven by her Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 19, 2025, at Lackey Memorial Hospital in Forest, Mississippi. She was 71 years old.
Born on November 12, 1953, in Wellsville, New York, Julie lived a life full of love, faith, and devotion to her family and her Lord. She had...
Carroll H. Walker
Aug 19, 2025
Carroll H. Walker, 75, passed away on Tues. Aug. 19, 2025, at St. Dominic Memorial Hospital in Jackson, MS. Visitation will be held on Fri. Aug. 22, 2025 from 11:30am-12:45pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Funeral Services are 1pm on Fri. Aug. 22, 2025 at the Ott & Lee Funeral Home Chapel in Brandon, MS. Graveside...
Elinor Stonestreet McKee
Aug 18, 2025
Elinor Stonestreet McKee, of Brandon, Mississippi, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, August 18, 2025, at the age of 97.
She had a beautiful loving spirit, was self-sacrificing, a sweet smile along with the kindest heart. She did not have a selfish bone in her body. Elinor was dearly loved by family and friends and was a treasure to us...
Jesse Dale Tagert
Aug 17, 2025
Jesse Dale Tagert, 76, of Pearl, Mississippi, passed away August 17, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. The visitation and service will be Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at the Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, Mississippi. Visitation will be from 12:00pm until 2:00pm and the service will be at 2:00pm. Burial will follow at Crestview Memorial Gardens with military...
Norlyne Roy Taylor
Aug 15, 2025
June 30, 1947 - August 15, 2025
Roy was preceded in death by his mother; Dorothy Dean Bull, his father; Norlyne Royal Taylor, his sister; Rebecca(Becky) Sue Taylor, and his recently deceased wife; Sarah Elizabeth Taylor. Roy was born and raised in Oklahoma and joined the Navy at the young age of 17. He became an Engineman and sailed on two...
Sandra Ann Bowman
Aug 15, 2025
Sandra Bowman, 55, of Brandon, MS passed away peacefully at River Oaks Hospital, surrounded by loved ones on August 15, 2025.
Sandra was a graduate of Mendenhall High School (‘87) and a longtime former employee of Trustmark Bank. She spent the last 17 years taking care of young children in the area and has become known as “nana” to many.
She is preceded...
Jonnelle S. Norton
Aug 15, 2025
Jonnelle Spann "Jonnie" Norton, 79, a lifetime resident of Rankin County, passed away on Friday, August 15, 2025, at her home in Flowood, MS. Visitation will be 9-11am Saturday, August 23, 2025, at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, Graveside services will follow at 11:30am at Floral Hills Memory Gardens in Pearl, MS.
Mrs. Norton was born on May 19,1946,...
Barbara (Babs) Ann Pride Whitfield
Aug 13, 2025
Barbara (Babs) Ann Pride Whitfield died peacefully at her home on August 13, 2025, with her family by her side. The funeral mass will be held at St. Richard’s Catholic Church in Jackson, Mississippi, on August 30, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. with a reception to follow. Visitation will be held immediately before the mass beginning at 10:00 a.m.
The daughter of...
Fran McCleland
Aug 13, 2025
Mary Frances Parker McCleland, 66, of Brandon passed away on August 13, 2025 at UMMC. There will be a Private family viewing on August 16, 2025.
She was the center of her family, one everyone could count on. As a wife, she shared a deep bond with her husband built on love and trust. As a mother, she guided her daughter...
John Owen Jenkins Jr.
Aug 13, 2025
John Owen Jenkins Jr., 87, went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. He passed away quietly at home while holding his wife, Ginger’s, hand. Visitation will be held on Monday, August 18, 2025, from 10am-11am at Oakdale Baptist Church in Brandon, MS with funeral services and burial immediately following at Oakdale Baptist Church and Oakdale Cemetery...
Otis Faye Williams Denson
Aug 12, 2025
Otis Faye Williams Denson
January 16, 1943 – August 12, 2025
A Celebration of life for Otis Faye Williams Denson, age 82, who passed peacefully at home on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, in Purvis, MS will be held with a graveside 2:00 pm Sunday, August 17, 2025 at Old Mt. Pisgah Baptist Cemetery.
The Rev. Vic Bowman will officiate the graveside and visitation...
Dura L. Hart
Aug 12, 2025
Dura L. Hart, 90, passed away on Tues. Aug. 12, 2025, in Brandon, MS. A funeral service will be held at 1pm on Sun. Aug. 17, 2025, at the Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Visitation will follow the service from 2pm-4pm on Sun. Aug. 17, 2025, at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Graveside services...
Doris Nell Vanderford Jordan
Aug 11, 2025
Doris Nell Vanderford Jordan, 86, passed away on Monday, August 11, 2025, at her home. The family will be having a memorial service at 3:00pm Sunday, August 17, 2025, at Meadow Grove Baptist Church in Brandon, MS with visitation starting at 2pm at the church.
Doris was born in Burnsville, MS and spent most of her life in Brandon, MS where...
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