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...
Jerry D Coward
Jun 12, 2025
Jerry D. Coward, a beloved member of the Morton community, passed away on June 12, 2025, at the age of 58 in Jackson, Mississippi. Born on December 11, 1966, in Morton, Mississippi, Jerry was a man who truly cherished the essence of family and the bonds that unite us.
Throughout his life, Jerry was known for his passionate interests, particularly in...
Lynda Scanlon
Jun 11, 2025
Lynda Scanlon, formerly of Brandon, Mississippi, passed away on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, surrounded by her family, at the age of 76.
Visitation will be at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, from 5:00 to 8:00 pm.
A second visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, from 11:00 am...
Gail Abraham Lee
Jun 10, 2025
On June 10, 2025, after five years of a courageous battle with cancer, Gail Abraham Lee peacefully entered the saving arms of Jesus shortly after some of her favorite scriptures had been read to her, and family members and close friends shared cherished moments with her. Gail lived out her faith in Jesus’ words found in John 14:1-2 - “Let...
Sidney Howard Johnson
Jun 10, 2025
Sidney “Howard” Johnson, of Brandon, Mississippi, passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, in Jackson, Mississippi, at the age of 96.
A nearly lifelong resident of Brandon, he was born on February 3, 1929, in Brandon to Walter Johnson and Sarah Watkins Johnson. In 1946, he joined the United States Air Force, serving his country as a pilot in both the...
Dessie Corinne Yelverton Watts
Jun 10, 2025
Dessie Corinne Yelverton Watts, 82, passed away on Tues. June 10, 2025, at the Briar Hill Nursing Home in Florence, MS. Visitation will be held on Sun. June 15, 2025 from 5pm-7pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS and on Mon. June 16, 2025 from 12pm-1pm at Good Shephard Lutheran Church in Flowood, MS. Funeral Services are...
Phillip T. Easterling
Jun 9, 2025
Phillip "Phil" T. Easterling, born on August 15, 1965, in Jackson, Mississippi, peacefully passed away on June 9, 2025, in Pelahatchie, Mississippi. Phil was a devoted family man who cherished every moment spent with his loved ones. His warm spirit and loving nature will be profoundly missed by all who knew him.
Phil was known for his passion for the outdoors....
Gary Lynn Bean
Jun 8, 2025
Gary Lynn Bean, 69, of Pearl, Mississippi, passed away on June 8, 2025, following a short illness. He was cremated as per his wishes. He did not wish to have a service due to illness in his family and family and friends scattered in other states.
Gary was born in Warren, Ohio on August 28, 1955. He enjoyed playing basketball and...
