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.
Inez Jones Haskins Neely
Jul 6, 2023
Lutie Inez Jones Neely was born May 26, 1928 to a farm family of Woodie Jones and Magnolia Jones in the Martinville community of Simpson County, Mississippi. Inez lived the typical farming life with a total of 9 siblings and graduated from Mendenhall High School in 1947. After heading to Jackson, MS to attend Business College, she met...
Kelvin Burt
Jul 6, 2023
Walter Kelvin Burt, age 57, went to be with his Heavenly Father on July 6, 2023. He went peacefully surrounded by family in the comfort of his own home. He was born in Natchez, MS on May 21, 1966 where he resided until he and his family moved to Brandon, MS in 1987, where he spent the remainder of...
Jessie Lee "Elmo" Russell
Jul 5, 2023
Jessie L. “Elmo” Russell, age 68, a resident of Morton, MS, passed away on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, at home surrounded by his family. Born November 20, 1954 in Mt Olive, MS, Elmo has lived most of his life in the Morton area. Elmo was a hard worker, he worked at BC Rogers for many years and for a propane...
Roger Glenn Garrett
Jul 5, 2023
Roger Glenn Garrett, beloved husband, brother, father, and friend, passed away on July 5, 2023, in Brandon, MS. He was born on March 25, 1953, in Hammond, LA to the late William Neal Garrett and Mary Virginia Gobert Garrett. Roger's warm presence and kind-hearted nature will be deeply missed by all who knew him.Roger's educational journey led him to Delta...
Charlie Cotton
Jul 3, 2023
Albert “Charlie” Charles Cotton, age 73, passed away at home on Monday, July 3, 2023.
He was born in Jackson, MS on October 10, 1949, to the late Edward Vincent Cotton and Maggie Sue Rogers Cotton.
Charlie enjoyed hunting, fishing, grilling, collecting antiques, and studying the history of Brandon. Charlie loved to make people laugh. He served his country...
William "Bill" Robert Lee Jr.
Jul 3, 2023
William “Bill” Robert Lee Jr., passed away on Mon. July 3, 2023 at Merit Health Rankin Hospital in Brandon, MS. Visitation will be held on Thurs. July 6, 2023 from 9:30am-11am at Brandon Baptist Church in Brandon, MS. Funeral Services are 11am on Thurs. July 6, 2023 at Brandon Baptist Church with burial to follow in the Brandon Memorial Gardens...
Barry Joe Marshall
Jul 2, 2023
Barry Joe Marshall, 53, loving husband, father, son, and brother, passed away on Sunday, July 2, 2023. Barry, the oldest of three children, was born on April 26, 1970, in Memphis, TN, to Joe Edwin Marshall, Jr., and Pamela Jo Birmingham Marshall.
When Barry was 3 years old, he moved with his family to French Camp, MS, to be...
Shelby Jean Porter
Jul 2, 2023
Shelby Jean Porter, beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on July 2, 2023, at the age of 85. She was born on December 19, 1937, in Washington County, Mississippi to Jesse Graham Amason and Etta Marie Harmon Amason. Shelby will forever be cherished for her love of life and unwavering dedication to her family.Shelby had a zest for...
Vernell Goldman
Jul 1, 2023
Vernell Goldman, a beloved husband, father, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2023, in Vero Beach Florida at the age of 86. He is survived by his adoring wife, Florence Isaac Goldman; children, Mark (Sylvia) and John (Annabelle); and sister, Syble Myers.
Vernell was born in Philadelphia Mississippi on May 2, 1937. His childhood in...
Carbie E. Farris
Jul 1, 2023
Carbie Eugene Farris, a resident of Flora MS, was born January 19, 1932, and passed from this life July 1, 2023. At the age of 91 years, 5 months and 12 days. He was preceded in death by his father, General Lee Farris, his mother, Ethel (Long) Farris, one son, Larry Eugene Farris, two brothers GL and Dale Farris, and...
Jessie Bowlin Lowry
Jun 30, 2023
Jessie Bowlin Lowry, age 89, of Brandon, MS passed away peacefully on Friday, June 30, 2023.
Jessie was born in Panther Burn, MS on April 19, 1934, to Jesse Allen Bowlin and Zera E. Hill Bowlin.
On July 2, 1954, in Greenwood, MS, Jessie married the love of her life, Howard Allen (H.A.) Lowry. H.A’s career path took them...
Richard Alan Warwick
Jun 29, 2023
Richard Alan Warwick, 63, of Houston TX passed away on June 29, 2023. A memorial service will be held 1:30 pm Saturday, July 13 at Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Morton, Ms. Interment will be at Morton Memorial Gardens, no graveside service will be held.
He was born June 21, 1960 in Jackson, MS to Richard Lynwood Warwick and Elaine...
Sarah Ruth Roncali
Jun 28, 2023
Sarah Ruth Roncali peacefully entered into eternal rest June 28, 2023, in the comfort of her home in Newton, MS. Visitation will be held on Saturday, July 1st from 9-11am followed by service in the Ott and Lee Chapel in Forest, MS. Graveside service and burial will be held at Pine Ridge Cemetery in Lawrence, MS.
Mrs. Roncali was...
James Scott Dewberry
Jun 27, 2023
James Scott Dewberry, known affectionately as Scott, passed away on June 27, 2023, leaving a profound void in the lives of all who knew him. Born on November 14, 1962, in Fort Benning, GA, Scott's journey through life was marked by his unwavering dedication to his work at Continental Tire and his love and devotion to his family and friends....
Roger Beutell Thornton
Jun 26, 2023
Roger Beutell Thornton, 74, passed away on Mon. June 26, 2023 at Cooperwood Senior Living in Flowood, MS. Visitation will be held on Thurs. June 29, 2023 from 5pm-7pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS and on Fri. June 30, 2023 from 9:30am-10:30am at Brandon Baptist Church in Brandon, MS. Funeral Services are 10:30am on Fri. June...
Gloria "Jeannie" Stolk
Jun 25, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gloria "Jeannie" Stolk, known to many as a kind and caring Registered Nurse. Jeannie was born on March 11, 1950, in Birmingham, AL to her loving parents James Thomas Payne and Beatrice Neugent Payne.Jeannie lived a life filled with love and compassion for her fellow man. After graduating from...
Ruth Lewis
Jun 25, 2023
Ruth Jeanette (Petty) Lewis, 90, of Forest, Mississippi, is now soaring with the angels after passing away peacefully after an extended illness, on June 25, 2023, in the home of her daughter. She had a life well lived and was ready to be with her Lord and Savior.
A Celebration of Ruth’s Life will be 11:00am Wednesday,...
John Gardner
Jun 25, 2023
John Robert Gardner, 80, passed away on Sun. June 25, 2023 at Select Specialty Hospital in Jackson, MS. Visitation will be held on Wed. June 28, 2023 from 11am-1:30pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Graveside Services are 2pm on Wed. June 28, 2023 at Brandon Memorial Gardens in Brandon, MS.
Mr. Gardner was...
Walter Rodney Myers
Jun 24, 2023
There will be no services at this time.
Walter Rodney Myers, age 63, passed away on Saturday, June 24, 2023 following a extended illness.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Sandra Ingram Myers and parents, Russell Allen Myers and Gloria Ann Crain Myers.
He is survived by his siblings, Jeffrey Myers...
Richard Coleman Mayberry
Jun 23, 2023
Richard Coleman Mayberry, born on March 21, 1974, in Jackson, MS, has left a profound impact on the lives of those who had the privilege of knowing him. His journey in this world came to a close on June 23, 2023, in Port Allen, LA. In his professional life, Richard worked at Deep South Equipment.
Survivors include his parents, Mike...
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