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.
Macy Davis
Jan 4, 2025
Mary Jane (Macy) Davis, born on January 4, 1944, in Jackson, MS, passed away on January 4, 2025, in Brandon, MS, on her 81st birthday. She graduated from Pearl High School in 1961 and dedicated over 20 years of her career as a medical assistant and secretary for Dr. George Schimmel. It was there that she met her husband, Joe...
Ricky Wayne Seward
Jan 1, 2025
Ricky Wayne Seward of Diamondhead, Mississippi passed away at home on Wednesday, January 1st, 2025.
He was born on January 21st, 1956 in Philadelphia, Mississippi to Donald and Alleyne Seward, who proceed him in death. He is also proceeded in death by his late wife, Leslie Seward, and his brother, Keith Seward.
Ricky is survived by his children, Brad Seward (Kelly) of...
Hal Durwood Howell
Dec 31, 2024
Hal Durwood Howell, born April 9, 1944, passed away peacefully in his home in Chelsea, Alabama on December 31, 2024. He was born in Covington County, Mississippi, and grew up in Mize, Mississippi. He retired from the Hattiesburg Public School System, spending most of his years as an elementary principal. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and most importantly,...
John Loper
Dec 31, 2024
John L. Loper of Brandon, MS left this earth to be with his Heavenly Father on December 31, 2024, at the age of 70. He was born January 21, 1954 in Jackson, MS.
An only child, John was preceded in death by his parents, Hubert Loper and Erma Jean Loper. He is survived by his loving wife of 46 years, Jan...
Clifton Paul Akers
Dec 31, 2024
Clifton Paul Akers, 62, passed away at his home in Brandon, MS on December 31, 2024. Clifton (also affectionally known as “Ton”) was born in Garland, TX on December 29, 1962. He spent his childhood years in Jonesboro, Arkansas. Clifton attended Nettleton (AR) High School where he participated in football and weight lifting and graduated in 1981. He then attended...
Margaret Walters Breeden
Dec 30, 2024
Margaret W. Breeden died at her home in Brandon, Mississippi, on December 30, 2024. She was 64 years old. Margaret was born in Greenville, Mississippi. She spent her early years in Scott County and Benoit, Mississippi, and later moved to Carthage, Mississippi for a short time. Margaret lived most of her childhood in rural Scott County north of Forest, Mississippi....
Betty Jean Littleton
Dec 30, 2024
Mrs. Betty Jean Smith Littleton, passed away on December 30, 2024, at Bedford Care Center in Newton, MS. Born February 1,1942, to Clell and Marie Williams. Betty was a Christian by faith, she was an avid reader, she enjoyed watching old movies, and spending time with her family. Betty is preceded by her parents, and is survived by one daughter,...
Daisy May Williams
Dec 29, 2024
Daisy May Williams, born on March 26, 1925, in Rankin County, MS, passed away peacefully in Jackson, MS, on December 29, 2024, at the age of 99. She was known for her warmth and love, especially for her family. Daisy was a devoted homemaker who brought joy to those she loved through her great cooking and passion for flowers and...
Vickie Lynne Vance
Dec 29, 2024
Ms. Vickie Lynne Vance passed away on the evening of December 29, 2024 at St. Dominic Hospital. Visitation will be held at Ott and Lee in Forest on Friday, January 3rd from 5:30-8pm. A second visitation will take place Saturday morning from 10-11, followed by the funeral service at 11 in the chapel. Burial will follow in Pea Ridge Cemetery...
Torris Ann Lyle
Dec 28, 2024
Torris Ann Lyle passed away Saturday, December 28, 2024, in Brandon, Mississippi, at the age of 88. She was born on June 1, 1936, to Troy Henry Lyle and Hattie Troutman Lyle in the Clifton Community in Scott County, Mississippi. She was a resident of Pearl for over 50 years until her passing.
Ms. Lyle was a devout Christian and a...
Jennifer Murillo Sheffield
Dec 27, 2024
Jennifer Murillo Sheffield was born on September 9, 1994, and passed on December 27, 2024. She was a devoted daughter, wife, mother, friend, and follower of Christ. Visitation will be 12pm -3:30pm Sunday, January 5, 2025, at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. A Memorial Service will follow at 3:30pm at the funeral home.
Jennifer was a beautiful and...
Brandon Lee Sheffield
Dec 27, 2024
Brandon Lee Sheffield, born on September 22, 1984, in Mobile, Alabama, passed away on December 27, 2024, in Brandon, Mississippi. He was a devoted father who cherished his daughters, Kylie and Gracie, as they were truly his world. Brandon spent countless moments enjoying life with his family, which brought him immense happiness.
He is survived by his mother, Donna Sheffield, and...
Wilma Jean Merritt
Dec 27, 2024
Wilma Jean Merritt, 90, passed away Fri. Dec. 27, 2024, at Compere’s Nursing Home in Jackson, MS. Visitation will be held on Mon. Dec. 30, 2024, from 1pm-2pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Funeral Services are 2pm on Mon. Dec. 30, 2024, at the Ott & Lee Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in the...
Myrtle Lewis Fortenberry
Dec 27, 2024
Myrtle Louise Lewis Fortenberry, age 98, passed away peacefully at home on December 27, at 4:30 a.m. A Celebration of Myrtle’s life will be at Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, Mississippi on Monday, December 30, 2024, with visitation from 10:00 to 12:00 and the service to begin at 12:00 noon. A graveside service will follow at Eureka Baptist...
Emily C. Thompson
Dec 27, 2024
Emily C. Thompson passed away into Heaven and gained her wings on Friday, December 27, 2024. She was born to Maude and H.C. Cliburn on July 6, 1940, in Simpson County, Mississippi. On July 25, 1964, she married the love of her life, Charlie Thompson.
Her previous employment was in 1959 after attending Jackson Commercial College. She worked at Jackson Metropolitan...
Jennifer Burrell Rollins
Dec 24, 2024
Jennifer Burrell Rollins went to be with the Lord on Tues. December 24, 2024, at the Mississippi University Medical Center in Jackson, MS. The family will receive friends and extended family from 1pm-2pm on Sun. Dec. 29, 2024, at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Funeral Services are 2pm on Sun. Dec. 29, 2024, at the Ott &...
Sarah Squires Waggoner
Dec 24, 2024
Sarah Elizabeth Waggoner, age 93, a lifelong resident of Forest, died Tuesday, December 24, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones following an extended illness.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11am Saturday, December 28, 2024, from the chapel of the OTT & LEE Funeral Home in Forest with Bro. Daniel Smith and Bro. Gary Morris officiating. Visitation will be held from...
Adam Roberts Lea
Dec 24, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved son and brother, Adam Roberts Lea, who left us on Tuesday, December 24, 2024. He was 39 years old. A family visitation will be held on Friday, December 27, 2024, from 12:30pm-2pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Funeral Services are 2pm on Friday,...
John Brooks Collier
Dec 21, 2024
John Brooks Collier, 76, a lifelong resident of Brandon, MS, passed away on December 21, 2024, with his loving wife, Barbara, by his side. Born in Jackson, MS, on July 31, 1948, John was the only child of Walter Brooks Collier, Jr. and Florence Earle May Collier.
John was a superb athlete who lettered in high school, participating in all sports,...
Joe F. Cockroft
Dec 21, 2024
Joe F. Cockroft, born on June 5, 1941, in Kosciusko, MS, passed away on December 21, 2024, in Brandon, MS. He was a cherished husband to his wife of 63 years, Donna Cockroft, and a devoted father to his son, Jason "Chad" Cockroft. Joe was the beloved brother of Morris Cockroft, who, along with his wife Glenda, will remember him...
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