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.
Mack Douglas Robinson, Jr.
Oct 10, 2025
Mack Douglas Robinson, Jr. passed away on October 10, 2025, in Pearl, MS, where he was also born on January 18, 1972. He was a lifetime resident of Rankin County and devoted his career to working for the Corps of Engineers as well as various Land Engineering companies.
Doug is survived by his mother, Martha Jay Robinson, and his brother, Marshal...
Lou Sylvia Tucker
Oct 10, 2025
Lou Sylvia Tucker, born on March 25, 1946, in Vicksburg, MS, passed away on October 10, 2025, at the Mississippi Baptist Medical Center in Jackson, MS. Sylvia was a devoted person who loved her Jesus and cherished the time she spent raising her grandchildren.
She earned her Associates Degree and worked as a phlebotomist and PBX Operator at the VA Medical...
Carolyn Fay Carpenter
Oct 10, 2025
Our hearts are troubled as Fay Carpenter made the transition to her heavenly home. Fay was a cherished wife, dedicated mother, and caring grandmother. She passed away at home on October 10, 2025, just shy of her 80th birthday.
Born November 19, 1945 to Daniel and Florine Wooley Everett. Fay was raised in White Oak, Mississippi. After moving to Jackson, she...
Gladys Annette Mapp
Oct 8, 2025
Gladys Annette Mapp, of Brandon, Mississippi, passed away on Wednesday, October 9, 2025, at the age of 90.
Visitation will be held at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon on Saturday, October 11, 2025, from 10:00 to 11:00 am, with the funeral service beginning at 11:00 am in the chapel. The graveside service will follow at 3:30 pm in McLaurin...
Cynthia Kay Squires
Oct 8, 2025
Cynthia Kay Squires, of Morton, Mississippi, passed away on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at the age of 65.
The family will hold a memorial service at Mt. Carmel Baptist Church on Monday, October 13, 2025, at 11:00 am. Visitation will be from 10:00 to 11:00 am.
Mrs. Squires was born on July 24, 1960, in Raleigh, Mississippi, to Walter Carter Buckman and...
Carol Lynn Pinter
Oct 4, 2025
Carol Lynn Pinter passed away peacefully on October 4, 2025, after a courageous and hard-fought battle with cancer. She faced her illness with remarkable strength, grace, and resilience—qualities that defined her life. Visitation will be held Wednesday, October 8th from 2-4pm with a funeral service following at 4 in the Ott and Lee Chapel. Burial will take place at Damascus...
Donald Olen Huff
Oct 1, 2025
Donald Olen Huff, born on June 13, 1951, in Meridian, Mississippi, departed this life on October 1, 2025, in Pelahatchie, Mississippi. He was a devoted member of Antioch Baptist Church, which played a significant role in his life.
Donald is survived by his beloved wife, Peggy Morrow Huff. They shared many cherished moments together. His family includes his daughter, Julia Katherine...
Mrs. Barbara Mondale Beavers Farris
Oct 1, 2025
Mrs. Barbara Mondale Beavers Farris, age 90, a former resident of the Forkville Community passed away on Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at Riggs Manor Retirement Community.
Visitation will be held Monday, October 6, 2025 at Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Morton from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm.
Chapel service will be held at 2pm Monday at the Ott and Lee Chapel...
Charlotte Gale Arnold Sharp
Sep 28, 2025
Charlotte Gale Arnold Sharp (formerly Charlotte Gale Sheppeard), age 70 , loving mother of two , and adoring wife to husband Jeff Sharp, passed away in the early hours of September 28, 2025 at her home surrounded by loved ones. Gale was born in 1955 to Willie Fred Arnold and Clara Wardine Arnold of Doddsvile, MS (Roundaway). Gale was a...
Crissy Martin Herrington
Sep 27, 2025
Mrs. Crissy Herrington, age 46, a resident of Morton, passed away on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at University Medical Center in Jackson.
Her visitation will be held 5pm-8pm Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Morton.
Chapel service will be held 11am, Wednesday, October 1, 2025 at the Ott and Lee Chapel in Morton.
Burial will follow in Branch...
Carolyn Riser Haralson
Sep 26, 2025
Carolyn Riser Haralson passed away on Friday, September 26, 2025, in Forest, Mississippi at the age of 87.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11:30am Wednesday, October 1, 2025, from the chapel of the OTT & LEE Funeral Home of Forest. Visitation will be held from 10am till the service time at the funeral home. Bro. Chris Harrison will officiate. Graveside...
Pat Arthur Martin
Sep 25, 2025
Mr. Pat Arthur Martin, a cherished member of the Morton community, passed away peacefully on September 25, 2025, in Forest, Mississippi. Born on February 9, 1944, in Scott County, Pat lived a life marked by devotion to his family, service to his community, and passion for his interests.
Pat was a proud veteran who served in the United States Marine Corps...
Henry Elliott Moudy, Jr.
Sep 24, 2025
Henry Elliott Moudy, Jr., 78, passed away peacefully in his Cato, Mississippi home under the loving care of his family on September 24, 2025, due to complications of ureter cancer.
Henry leaves behind a legacy of devotion to God and his family. Father of two children and grandfather of four, he embodied a strong, humble, and ever-present love. With encouragement and...
Lt. Charles Henry Matthews
Sep 23, 2025
Lt. Charles Henry Matthews, U.S. Navy (Retired), passed away peacefully on September 23, 2025, at the age of 79. A man of service, strength, and unwavering dedication, he lived his life committed to his country, family, and the values he held dear.
Born to Robert and Mollie Matthews, Charles began his military career as an enlisted sailor and rose to the...
Mrs. Mary Virginia Parker Statham
Sep 22, 2025
Mrs. Mary Virginia Parker Statham passed away at Jasper General Nursing Home on Monday, September 22, 2025.
Visitation will be held 10am-10:30am, Thursday, September 25, 2025 at Leesburg Baptist Cemetery.
Graveside will be held 10:30am Thursday at Leesburg Baptist Cemetery.
Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Morton is honored to serve the Statham family.
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Obituary for Mary Virginia Parker Statham
Mary, better known as Sister...
Betty Culpepper
Sep 22, 2025
Betty Jo (Greener) Culpepper, of Forest, MS, passed away on Monday, September 22, 2025, at the age of 98. She was born on April 22, 1927, in Bude, MS, to Katherine and James Dudley Greener. Mrs. Culpepper was the last surviving member of the Greener family.
A devoted member of the Forest Methodist Church for over 60 years, she was also...
William "Morris" Yates
Sep 20, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of William Morris Yates, a devoted husband, loving father, and cherished grandfather. He passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at the age of 85.
Born on June 11, 1940, in Smith County, Mississippi, to Joseph “Bill” and Quay Butler Yates, Morris lived a life defined by dedication and love....
Sandra F. Shoemaker
Sep 19, 2025
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Sandra Faye Shoemaker;
Sandra was born December 5, 1966 in Morton, MS and entered her eternal home on September 19, 2025 at 5:53pm at UMMC Hospital surrounded by her family and friends.
Sandra is preceded in death by her late parents Doris and Linda “Allen” Holmes, infant brother John Wayne Holmes, and both maternal and paternal grandparents and late husband Cos Thompson.
Her...
John C. Green
Sep 19, 2025
John C. Green, 76, passed away on Fri. Sept. 19, 2025, at St. Dominic Memorial Hospital in Jackson, MS. Visitation will be held on Tues. Sept. 23, 2025, from 5pm-7pm and on Wed. Sept. 24, 2025, from 12pm-1pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Funeral Services are 1pm on Wed. Sept. 24, 2025 at the Ott &...
George Ray Sanders
Sep 19, 2025
George Ray Sanders, of Brandon, passed away on Friday, September 19, 2025, at the age of 86.
Visitation will be from 10:00 to 11:00 am on Monday, September 22, 2025, at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon. A graveside service will follow at 11:30 am in Crestview Memorial Gardens.
Mr. Sanders was born on October 18, 1938, in Jackson, Mississippi, to...
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