Jerry Wayne Prestage
Jun 26, 2025
Jerry Wayne Prestage, a beloved member of the Morton community, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2025, at the age of 69. Born on October 1, 1955, in Morton, MS, Jerry was a lifelong resident of the area and took great pride in his roots.
His quiet demeanor often belied a passionate spirit that found joy in the simple pleasures of...
Joseph Maurice Mitchell Jr.
Jun 25, 2025
Joseph Maurice Mitchell Jr., age 65, entered into eternal rest at 6:10 AM on Wednesday, 25 June 2025. He was born on December 25, 1959, in New Orleans, Louisiana to the late Joseph “Bud” Maurice Mitchell Sr. and the late Elizabeth “Betty” Triche Mitchell. Loving husband to Donna Jo Guthrie Mitchell and father to Emily Mitchell (soon to be wed...
Mary "Susan" White
Jun 25, 2025
Mary "Susan" White, a beloved member of her community and a cherished wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on June 25, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 1, 1967, in Monticello, Mississippi, Susan's vibrant spirit and loving nature touched the lives of many around her.
Throughout her career, Susan dedicated many years of service...
Robert D. Parman
Jun 25, 2025
Robert D Parman, (81), our beloved Pappy, of Brandon, MS, passed away on June 25, 2025.
Robert was born to Joseph and Ruth Ferguson Parman on August 6, 1943. He attended Jett School in Vicksburg and Port Gibson High School, graduating in 1961. He graduated from Co-Lin Junior College in 1963 and served in the National Guard for six and a...
Allen Keith Lynch
Jun 24, 2025
Allen “Keith” Lynch, of Pearl, Mississippi, passed away on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, in Jackson, Mississippi, at the age of 76.
Keith was born on February 23, 1949, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to Leon Willilam Lynch and Geneva Lawson Lynch. He joined the United States Army in 1966 and served his country in Vietnam in the 25th Infantry, where he received...
Phillip Bennett
Jun 24, 2025
Phil was born July 4, 1935, in Hattiesburg MS, one of seven children to parents Bill and Edna Bennett. At age 17 he enlisted in the Navy and went to Bainbridge MD for two weeks training. At the end of that two weeks, he returned to Hattiesburg to attend his senior year of high school. After graduating in 1953 he...
Dr. Barbara Ann Cade McCool
Jun 24, 2025
Dr. Barbara Ann Cade McCool, 71, passed away on Tues. June 24, 2025, at her home in Brandon, MS. Visitation will be held on Mon. June 30, 2025 from 5pm-7pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS and on Tues. July 1, 2025 from 9am-10am at Liberty Baptist Church in Flowood, MS. Funeral Services are 10am on Tues....
Mary Lucy Barr
Jun 23, 2025
Mary Lucy Barr, born on July 4, 1932, in Scott County, passed away on June 23, 2025, in Jackson, Mississippi. She led a fulfilling life dedicated to her family, career, and passions.
Mary's journey through education took her from a graduate of Central High School to later in life graduating from Hinds Community Junior College, showcasing her commitment to personal growth....
Willie E. Busby
Jun 21, 2025
Willie E. Busby, age 76, and a resident of Morton died Saturday, June 21, 2025, following a brief illness.
Funeral services will be conducted at 1pm Tuesday, June 24, 2025, from the Calvary Assembly of God Church in Morton with Bro. David Bryant officiating under the direction of OTT & LEE Funeral Home of Morton. Visitation will be held from 11am...
Jane L. Walker
Jun 20, 2025
Jane L. Walker, a beloved member of her family and community, passed away on June 20, 2025, at the age of 67 in Morton, Mississippi. Born on December 15, 1957, in Philadelphia, Mississippi, Jamie was known for her warmth, kindness, and love for cooking, which brought together friends and family throughout her life.
Jamie cherished her family above all. She is...
Carlene B. Cook
Jun 20, 2025
Carlene B. Cook, born on September 7, 1937, entered into eternal rest on June 20, 2025. A devoted mother and grandmother, Carlene touched the lives of all who knew her with her warmth, kindness and unwavering spirit. She is survived her three children, Ann Stewart and husband Billy, Tommy Cook and his wife Josephine, and John Cook and his wife...
Jerry Griffin
Jun 19, 2025
Jerry Griffin of Morton, Mississippi , passed away peacefully at the age of 73 surrounded by the love of his family. Born on October 9, 1951, he was the son of the late Frank and Laverne Griffin. He was the husband of Gail Griffin, devoted father to Michael (Kendred) Griffin and Christal Griffin, and proud grandfather to Will and Garrett...
Owanie Y. Thompson
Jun 18, 2025
Owanie Y. Thompson, a cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on August 16, 1937, Owanie leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and devotion that will forever be remembered by all who knew her.
Owanie was a woman deeply rooted in her passions, finding joy in her hobbies which...
Robert "Bobby" Craddock
Jun 17, 2025
Robert “Bobby” Craddock, 70, passed away on Tues. June 17, 2025, in Brandon, MS. Visitation will be held on Sat. June 21, 2025, from 11am-2pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Funeral Services are 2pm on Sat. June 21, 2025, at the Ott & Lee Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in the Crestview Memorial Gardens...
Daniel F Glassmire
Jun 16, 2025
Daniel F. Glassmire, a resident of Pelahatchie, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, June 16th. Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 19th from 9:00-11:30am at Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Morton, with funeral services following in the chapel. Burial will take place at Mississippi State Veteran’s Cemetery in Newton, Ms. Bro. John Vaugh will officiate.
Mr. Glassmire...
Eiko Soeno Peoples
Jun 16, 2025
Eiko Soeno Peoples, age 86, passed away peacefully at her home in Brandon, Mississippi, on Monday, June 16, 2025.
Eiko was born on July 25, 1938, in Tokyo, Japan, where she met her husband, William Charles Peoples, while he was stationed there during his military service. Their meeting marked the beginning of a beautiful journey together—one that would span decades, continents,...
Grace Laura Clark
Jun 16, 2025
Dr. Grace Laura Ingersoll Clark, 86, a resident of Brandon, passed away peacefully in her home on June 16, 2025.
She is preceded in death by her mother, Laura Ingersoll, and her loving husband, Harvey Clark.
She leaves behind two sons, Troy Clark and Todd Clark (Lisa), and four grandchildren: Annabeth Clark, Katie Clark, Noah Clark, and Kenzie Clark.
A memorial service will...
George Mark Harkins
Jun 15, 2025
George Mark Harkins, of Brandon, Mississippi, passed away on Sunday, June 15, 2025, in Jackson, Mississippi, at the age of 66.
A memorial service will be held in the chapel at Ott & Lee Funeral Home on Friday, June 20, 2025, at 2:00 pm with visitation from 1:00 to 2:00 pm.
George was born in Louisiana to Alvin Wayne Ridgway and Sylvia...
Lloyd Everett Adcock
Jun 15, 2025
Reverend Lloyd Adcock
October 15, 1927 – June 15, 2025
Rev. Lloyd Adcock, 97, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at his residence in Brandon, Mississippi, leaving behind a legacy of unwavering faith, service, and devotion to his family and community.
Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at Brandon First United Pentecostal...
Gayle Allen Ragland
Jun 14, 2025
Gayle Allen Ragland, 64, of Brandon, MS went home to be with the Lord on June 14, 2025.
Mrs. Allen was born on November 3, 1960, in Jackson, MS, to parents Frances Mann and Lethel Glynn Mann, and thereafter adopted by James Baird. Gayle attended Provine High school and Hinds Technical college. She married Phillip Dennis Allen, the father of her...
