Dustin Ray Langley
Apr 25, 2026
On April 25, 2026, The Lord called Dustin Ray Langley, 27, home to Heaven. He was full of life and lived every day to its fullest. He had a radiant smile with a very energetic personality, which made him a very likeable person. Dustin never met a stranger and never expected anything from you but friendship. If you didn't know...
Deborah Gilbert Temple, BSN, RN
Apr 25, 2026
Deborah Ann Gilbert Temple, 72, of Raymond, MS, passed away peacefully at home on April 25, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Debbie was a beautiful loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, friend and mentor whose life was defined by compassion, strength, faith and an unwavering dedication to her family and others. Born on July 23, 1953, in Jackson, Mississippi...
June Nix Payne
Apr 24, 2026
June Nix Payne, 77, of Brandon Mississippi passed away peacefully on Friday, April 24th, 2026, after a brief battle with glioblastoma. She was surrounded by her loving family and friends as she drew her last breaths.
She was born on July 23rd, 1948, in Tallahatchie County, Mississippi. June’s life was dedicated to serving others. After obtaining her nursing degree from UMMC...
Margaret Elizabeth Herndon
Apr 24, 2026
Margaret Elizabeth Herndon 1949-2026
Margaret “Maggie” Elizabeth Herndon was called home on the morning of Friday, April 24, 2026, after a brief battle with cancer. She passed peacefully with her loving family by her side.
Margaret, the beloved daughter of Steve and Ruth Biggers, was born on March 10, 1949, in Kilmichael, MS. She is survived by her husband, Marty Herndon; her...
Judy Sones Smith
Apr 23, 2026
Judy Sones Smith, a beloved daughter, sister, wife, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2026, at St. Dominic Hospital in Jackson, Mississippi. Born on February 27, 1963, in Jackson, Judy lived a life marked by devotion to her family, a deep appreciation for the simple beauties of nature, and a warm, generous spirit that touched all who...
Elizabeth Alma Borst
Apr 22, 2026
Elizabeth “Betty” Alma Borst, age 84, of Flowood, Mississippi passed away Tuesday, April 22, 2026 at her assisted facility, Cooperwood Senior Living in Flowood, Mississippi.
She was born April 15, 1942 in Springfield, Massachusetts to the late Clifford Earle and Beatrice Rose Grenier Borst. She graduated from Commerce High School in 1960 and began working for the local newspaper.
Ms. Borst moved...
Christopher James Butts
Apr 21, 2026
Christopher James Butts, the longtime assistant chief of the Brandon Police Department who inspired respect and affection throughout the community, passed away on April 21, 2026, at age 54, likely due to diabetes-related complications. Known for holding himself and his officers to the highest standards, Chris earned a reputation for fairness and accountability.
“Integrity was one of the biggest things with...
Alphia "Leon" Adcox
Apr 20, 2026
Alphia "Leon" Adcox, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2026, at his home in Morton, surrounded by his loving family. Born on May 26, 1953, in Smith County, Leon lived a full and vibrant life marked by warmth, humor, and a deep connection to those around him.
Leon was a man who found joy...
Frances Ina Moore
Apr 20, 2026
Frances Ina Moore, of Brandon, Mississippi, passed away in Jackson, Mississippi, on Monday, April 20, 2026, at the age of 96.
Frances was born on December 3, 1929, to Felix Black and Annie Watts Black. She married William Sidney Moore, Jr. on May 13, 1949, and together they raised two children, David and Donna. She has been a member of Greenfield...
Patty Carter Smith
Apr 19, 2026
Betty Patricia Carter Smith, 88, passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at home. Funeral services are 1pm Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at County Line Baptist Church. Visitation will be 4pm - 6pm Monday, April 27, 2026, at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS and again 12pm -1pm Tuesday, at County Line Baptist Church.
Survivors include her daughter...
Christopher Claude Grimsley
Apr 19, 2026
Christopher (Chris) Claude Grimsley, age 63, a resident of Morton, passed away on April 19, 2026, surrounded by his family after a long courageous battle with cancer.
Mr. Grimsley was born in Smith County on April 3, 1963. He enjoyed spending time with his family, deep sea fishing, Ole Miss football, and back porch sitting watching wildlife. He will be greatly...
Clyde Ray Stingley
Apr 19, 2026
Clyde Ray Stingley, a native of Pelahatchie, MS, passed away on April 19, 2026 at the age of 86. Visitation will be held on Thurs. April 23, 2026 from 11am-1pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Funeral Services are 1pm on Thurs. April 23, 2026 at the Ott & Lee Funeral Home Chapel. Graveside services will follow...
Martha Jean White
Apr 18, 2026
Martha Jean White, of Brandon, Mississippi, passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at the age of 94.
Mrs. White was born January 4, 1932, in Brownsville, Tennessee, to Wiley Heidenburg Lawson and Floy Elizabeth Jefferies Lawson. She had been a member of Crossgates Methodist Church in Brandon for over 50 years, where she was a member of the Friendly Explorers...
Tyler Matthew Marcum
Apr 17, 2026
Tyler Matthew Marcum, 39, of Walnut Grove unexpectedly passed away on Friday, April 17, 2026 in Lake, Ms. A private service will be announced at a later date.
Tyler was born March 26, 1987 in Somerset, KY to Ronnie Creel and Gladys Marcum. He enjoyed spending time outdoors, hunting and fishing. He loved being around his family and especially loved spending...
Jackie Nell Hall
Apr 16, 2026
Jackie Nell Sullivan Hall, 84, of Pearl, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2026. Visitation will be 11:30am -12:30pm Monday, April 20, 2026, at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon MS. Graveside services will follow 1pm at Floral Hills Memory Gardens in Pearl, MS. Rev. Johnny Sanders will officiate. Pallbearers will be Brad Ferguson, Keeton Landfair, Dillion Irwin,...
Rev. Donald Boyd Williams
Apr 15, 2026
Rev. Donald Boyd Williams, 90, passed away on Wed. April 15, 2026 at the Mississippi Baptist Medical Center in Jakson, MS. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS is handling arrangements.
Rev. Williams was born on Feb. 27, 1936 in Carthage, MS to the late Albert Williams and Aline Hardy...
Dorothy Mae May
Apr 15, 2026
Dorothy Mae Bailey May, 100, of Forest passed away on Wednesday, April 15th at MS Care Center of Raleigh. Visitation will be held on Friday, April 17th from 9:00am-10:00am, with the funeral service starting at 10, to be officiated by Dr. Ricky Gray. Burial will follow at Eastern Cemetery.
Mrs. Dorothy was an avid golfer and tennis player who also took...
Dale G. Jernigan
Apr 13, 2026
Dale G. Jernigan, 74, passed away on Monday, April 13, 2026, at St. Dominic Memorial Hospital. Visitation will be held Friday, April 17, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Ott & Lee Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel, with burial at Brandon Memorial Gardens.
Mrs. Jernigan was born on November 14, 1951, in...
Cheryl Phillips McGee
Apr 12, 2026
Cheryl Elizabeth Phillips McGee, beloved wife, mother, sister, MawMaw, and friend, was born on June 6, 1960, and departed this life on April 12, 2026, at the age of 65. Cheryl was born to Donnie Phillips and Desieree Chandler May and was a lifelong resident of the Ringgold community.
As the youngest sister, Cheryl was treasured by her brothers and sisters,...
Ned Wallace Balsley
Apr 11, 2026
Ned Wallace Balsley, a devoted husband, loving father, cherished grandfather, and esteemed trust operations banker, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2026, in Ridgeland, Mississippi. Born on January 4, 1948, in Aspinwall, Pennsylvania, Ned lived a life marked by dedication, kindness, and a profound passion for history. He was a member of Nativity Lutheran Church in Brandon, Mississippi.
Ned earned a...
