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.
Donna Sue Ward
Jul 18, 2023
Donna Sue Ward, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, passed away on July 18, 2023, at the age of 75. She was born on April 18, 1948, in Union, Mississippi, to Andrew H. Watkins and Ethel Breedlove Watkins.Donna will be remembered as a loving and devoted wife to her husband Johnny Ward. Together they shared countless memories and built...
Brenda Joyce Burns
Jul 17, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brenda Joyce Burns, a beloved member of our community. Brenda was born on January 19, 1960, in Jackson, Mississippi, to her parents Barney Cecil Rushing, Sr. and Joanne Conn Rushing. She was a remarkable individual who dedicated her life to helping others as a Hospice Nurse for 30 years....
Nathan Mark Johnson
Jul 17, 2023
Nathan “Mark” Johnson passed away peacefully at his home in Brandon, Miss., on July 17, 2023. He is survived by his wife, Robbin Johnson, and eight children: Amanda (Warren) Brandon, Bryan (Lessie) Johnson, Kristen (Tom) Langerman, Kimberly (Wes) Pearson, Lauren (Taylor) Hines, Sarah Johnson, Jordan Johnson, and Hanna Johnson and 11 grandchildren: Bailee Johnson, Ella Johnson, Reagan Leigh Brandon,...
Cecilia Ann Lovett
Jul 13, 2023
Cecilia Ann Lovett passed from this life on Thursday, July 13, 2023 at MS Care Center of Morton. Her husband, William "Billy" Burton Stegall Lovett, died February 25, 2022 at home. A memorial service will be held for both William "Billy" Lovett and Cecilia Ann Lovett on Sunday, August 6, 2023 at 3p.m. at Morton United Methodist Church, 29...
Robert Patrick McConlogue
Jul 13, 2023
Robert Patrick McConlogue, 60, passed away on Thurs. July 13, 2023, at his home in Madison, MS. Visitation will be held on Wed. July 19, 2023 from 11:30am-2pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. A memorial service will be held at 2pm on Wed. July 19, 2023, at the Ott & Lee Funeral Home Chapel in...
Ima Lucille Barrett
Jul 12, 2023
Ima Lucille Barrett
May 5th 1940- July 12th 2023
Ima Barrett “Doodle Bug” 83 passed way peacefully in Katy TX, after a long battle with Dementia.
Doodle lived in Mississippi most of her life, she enjoyed playing sports and was Captain of her Basketball Team all 4 years of High School. Doodle enjoyed the outdoors and worked for Walmart...
Jack Cook Wimberly, Jr.
Jul 11, 2023
Jack Cook Wimberly Jr. of Madison, Mississippi passed away at the age of 56 on July 11, 2023. Cook, as he was known to his close friends and family, was born November 28, 1966. He grew up in Hattiesburg, Mississippi and entered Oak Grove High School as a freshman. He graduated from Oak Grove High School in 1985. He...
Rual Sanford
Jul 10, 2023
Rual Sanford, 83, passed away on Mon. July 10, 2023 at the Brandon Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Brandon, MS. Visitation will be held on Tues. July 11, 2023 from 1:30pm-2:30pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Graveside Services are 3pm on Tues. July 11, 2023 at Floral Hills Memory Gardens in Pearl, MS.
Mr. Sanford...
Clara Baker Tatum
Jul 9, 2023
Clara Baker Tatum, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on Sunday, July 9, 2023, in Brandon, Mississippi. Born on February 10, 1931, in Rankin County, Mississippi, Clara's life was filled with an abundance of love and joy that she wholeheartedly shared with those around her.
Clara was a woman of many talents and passions. She had...
Chalon Huffman
Jul 9, 2023
Martha "Chalon" Huffman, a luminous beacon of compassion and selflessness, met Jesus on July 9, 2023. She spent over 40 years dedicating herself to the well-being of others, both in her professional life as a nurse and as a devoted wife, mother, and friend. Her light will forever shine in the hearts of those she touched.
Chalon was...
Ophelia King Hillhouse
Jul 8, 2023
Ophelia King Hillhouse, age 78, and a lifelong resident of Forest, died Saturday, July 8, 2023, following an extended illness.
Visitation will be held form 9am till 10am Wednesday, July 12, 2023, at the OTT & LEE Funeral Home in Forest, with graveside services to follow in the Hillhouse Family Cemetery with Bro. Andy Boles officiating.
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Patricia Annett Stubbs Heinrich
Jul 8, 2023
Patricia Annett Stubbs Heinrich's loved ones and community are deeply saddened by the loss of a remarkable woman who lived a life filled with love, adventure, and cherished connections. Born on October 28, 1955, in West Plains, Missouri, Patricia brought immeasurable joy to her family and friends throughout her 67 years of life. Tragically, she passed away on July 8,...
Jonathan E. Stampley
Jul 8, 2023
Jonathan E. Stampley, a beloved member of the community, passed away on July 8, 2023, in Pelahatchie, MS. He was born on December 16, 1974, in Jackson, MS. Jonathan's life was marked by his passion for fishing, hunting, working on his truck, he loved spending time with his father-in-law, Jimmy Turner, and above all, his love for his family and...
Destiny Adrianna Randall
Jul 8, 2023
Destiny Adrianna Randall, a beloved daughter, granddaughter, cousin, and friend, passed away on July 8, 2023, at her home in Morton, MS. She was born on April 16, 1997, in Flowood and brought immeasurable joy to the lives of those around her throughout her short but impactful life.Destiny was a vibrant young woman who had a zest for life and...
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...
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