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.
William Brett Knight
Aug 19, 2025
William Brett Knight, 31, was born on Feb. 28, 1994 in Brookhaven, MS and passed away on Aug. 19, 2025 in San Antonio, TX. A time of memorial and remembrance will be held from 5pm-7pm on Wed. Sept. 24, 2025 at the Ott & Lee Funeral Home Chapel in Brandon, MS.
He was a graduate of Brandon High School in 2012...
Julie Anne Russell
Aug 19, 2025
Julie Anne Russell, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, was escorted into Heaven by her Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 19, 2025, at Lackey Memorial Hospital in Forest, Mississippi. She was 71 years old.
Born on November 12, 1953, in Wellsville, New York, Julie lived a life full of love, faith, and devotion to her family and her Lord. She had...
Carroll H. Walker
Aug 19, 2025
Carroll H. Walker, 75, passed away on Tues. Aug. 19, 2025, at St. Dominic Memorial Hospital in Jackson, MS. Visitation will be held on Fri. Aug. 22, 2025 from 11:30am-12:45pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Funeral Services are 1pm on Fri. Aug. 22, 2025 at the Ott & Lee Funeral Home Chapel in Brandon, MS. Graveside...
Elinor Stonestreet McKee
Aug 18, 2025
Elinor Stonestreet McKee, of Brandon, Mississippi, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, August 18, 2025, at the age of 97.
She had a beautiful loving spirit, was self-sacrificing, a sweet smile along with the kindest heart. She did not have a selfish bone in her body. Elinor was dearly loved by family and friends and was a treasure to us...
Jesse Dale Tagert
Aug 17, 2025
Jesse Dale Tagert, 76, of Pearl, Mississippi, passed away August 17, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. The visitation and service will be Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at the Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, Mississippi. Visitation will be from 12:00pm until 2:00pm and the service will be at 2:00pm. Burial will follow at Crestview Memorial Gardens with military...
Norlyne Roy Taylor
Aug 15, 2025
June 30, 1947 - August 15, 2025
Roy was preceded in death by his mother; Dorothy Dean Bull, his father; Norlyne Royal Taylor, his sister; Rebecca(Becky) Sue Taylor, and his recently deceased wife; Sarah Elizabeth Taylor. Roy was born and raised in Oklahoma and joined the Navy at the young age of 17. He became an Engineman and sailed on two...
Sandra Ann Bowman
Aug 15, 2025
Sandra Bowman, 55, of Brandon, MS passed away peacefully at River Oaks Hospital, surrounded by loved ones on August 15, 2025.
Sandra was a graduate of Mendenhall High School (‘87) and a longtime former employee of Trustmark Bank. She spent the last 17 years taking care of young children in the area and has become known as “nana” to many.
She is preceded...
Jonnelle S. Norton
Aug 15, 2025
Jonnelle Spann "Jonnie" Norton, 79, a lifetime resident of Rankin County, passed away on Friday, August 15, 2025, at her home in Flowood, MS. Visitation will be 9-11am Saturday, August 23, 2025, at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, Graveside services will follow at 11:30am at Floral Hills Memory Gardens in Pearl, MS.
Mrs. Norton was born on May 19,1946,...
Barbara (Babs) Ann Pride Whitfield
Aug 13, 2025
Barbara (Babs) Ann Pride Whitfield died peacefully at her home on August 13, 2025, with her family by her side. The funeral mass will be held at St. Richard’s Catholic Church in Jackson, Mississippi, on August 30, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. with a reception to follow. Visitation will be held immediately before the mass beginning at 10:00 a.m.
The daughter of...
Fran McCleland
Aug 13, 2025
Mary Frances Parker McCleland, 66, of Brandon passed away on August 13, 2025 at UMMC. There will be a Private family viewing on August 16, 2025.
She was the center of her family, one everyone could count on. As a wife, she shared a deep bond with her husband built on love and trust. As a mother, she guided her daughter...
John Owen Jenkins Jr.
Aug 13, 2025
John Owen Jenkins Jr., 87, went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. He passed away quietly at home while holding his wife, Ginger’s, hand. Visitation will be held on Monday, August 18, 2025, from 10am-11am at Oakdale Baptist Church in Brandon, MS with funeral services and burial immediately following at Oakdale Baptist Church and Oakdale Cemetery...
Otis Faye Williams Denson
Aug 12, 2025
Otis Faye Williams Denson
January 16, 1943 – August 12, 2025
A Celebration of life for Otis Faye Williams Denson, age 82, who passed peacefully at home on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, in Purvis, MS will be held with a graveside 2:00 pm Sunday, August 17, 2025 at Old Mt. Pisgah Baptist Cemetery.
The Rev. Vic Bowman will officiate the graveside and visitation...
Dura L. Hart
Aug 12, 2025
Dura L. Hart, 90, passed away on Tues. Aug. 12, 2025, in Brandon, MS. A funeral service will be held at 1pm on Sun. Aug. 17, 2025, at the Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Visitation will follow the service from 2pm-4pm on Sun. Aug. 17, 2025, at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Graveside services...
Doris Nell Vanderford Jordan
Aug 11, 2025
Doris Nell Vanderford Jordan, 86, passed away on Monday, August 11, 2025, at her home. The family will be having a memorial service at 3:00pm Sunday, August 17, 2025, at Meadow Grove Baptist Church in Brandon, MS with visitation starting at 2pm at the church.
Doris was born in Burnsville, MS and spent most of her life in Brandon, MS where...
Sarah Frances Cook
Aug 10, 2025
Sarah Frances Rhodes Cook
Brandon, MS
Sarah Frances “Fran” Rhodes Cook was born on January 27, 1932, to W. D. (Winfry) and Etta Rhodes in Gulde, Mississippi. She peacefully passed on August 10. 2025 at the age of 93. Fran attended Cross Roads School in Gulde, MS and Brandon High School, graduating in 1950 where she was a member of the Brandon...
Johnny Ledale Wadford
Aug 10, 2025
Johnny Ledale Wadford
February 20, 1946 – August 10, 2025
Johnny Ledale Wadford, 79, passed peacefully in Jackson MS on August 10, 2025. Mr. Wadford was born on February 20, 1946, to William and Emma Wadford of Canton, MS. Visitation will be 11am - 1:10pm Saturday, August 16, 2025, at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Services will start at...
Elizabeth "Libby" James Sibley
Aug 9, 2025
Elizabeth Sibley
December 18, 1934– August 9, 2025
Elizabeth Sibley, age 90, of Morton, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2025, at Saint Dominic’s Hospital in Jackson. Born December 18, 1934, in Vicksburg, Mississippi, Elizabeth was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend whose warmth, strength, and devotion left a lasting imprint on all who knew her.
Elizabeth was preceded in...
Rhianna Lee Rhodes
Aug 9, 2025
Rhianna Lee Rhodes, age 39, of Homewood, passed away on August 9th, 2025. She was born on July 15, 1986 in Pensacola, Florida to Christopher Lee Rhodes and Natalie Noblin Rhodes. Rhianna grew up in Homewood, MS and graduated from Raleigh High School in 2004. Later in life, she completed the Early Childhood Education Program at East Central Community College...
Shirley M. Grimes
Aug 8, 2025
Shirley M. Grimes, a beloved figure in her community, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2025, in Brandon, Mississippi, at the age of 85. Born on October 26, 1939, in Morton, Mississippi, she was known for her kind heart and her love for people. Shirley touched the lives of many and leaves behind a legacy of warmth and compassion.
Shirley dedicated...
Donald Wyatt Weathersby
Aug 8, 2025
Donald Wyatt Weathersby of Pearl, MS stepped into eternity with his Lord and Savior on August 8, 2025.
Mr. Weathersby was born on January 8, 1953, in Jackson, MS to Lane and Phyllis Weathersby. A lifelong resident of Pearl, MS, he shared three children with Patricia Weathersby. He was a loving father to his two sons, daughter, and son-in-law and the...
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