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.
Dr. Thomas Edward Joiner
Jul 8, 2025
Thomas E. Joiner, MD, of Brandon, Mississippi, was called into the arms of our loving God on Tuesday, July 8, 2025. Surrounded by his loving family, Tom’s courageous battle with cancer came to an end.
Tom was born December 1, 1954, in Memphis, Tennessee, to Charles Lester Joiner and Mary Dennis Grisham Joiner. At the time of his birth, his family...
Otis Jerry Baker
Jul 8, 2025
Otis "Jerry" Baker, 83, of Brandon, Mississippi, passed to be with the Lord at the VA Medical Center in Jackson on July 8, 2025.
Born on Christmas Day in 1941, Jerry lived a life defined by faith, service, and devotion to those he loved. He was a longtime member of Oakdale Baptist Church and carried his beliefs with quiet strength and...
Elder Hilton Moore
Jul 8, 2025
Elder Thomas Hilton Moore, age 94, a resident of the Harperville community, died Tuesday, July 8, 2025, following an extended illness.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11am, Saturday, July 12, 2025, from the chapel of the OTT & LEE Funeral Home in Forest with interment to follow in the Harperville Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 10am till the service...
Hugh Dorsey Robinson
Jul 6, 2025
Mr. Hugh Dorsey Robinson, of Pearl, Mississippi, passed away on Sunday, July 6, 2025, at the G. V. (Sonny) Montgomery VA Medical Center in Jackson, Mississippi, at the age of 85.
Mr. Robinson was born on July 18, 1939, in Scott County, Mississippi, to Elbert Morris Robinson and Lona Mae Bates Robinson. He served his country in the United States Army...
Delores Eudella Creager
Jul 5, 2025
Delores "Dee" Creager, a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great grandmother from Brandon, Mississippi, went to be with her Lord and Savior on July 5, 2025, at the age of 88. Born on September 26, 1936, in Wells County, Indiana, Dee lived a life filled with warmth, love, and dedication to her family.
A devoted homemaker, Dee found joy in...
Sheila Malley Breland
Jul 5, 2025
In Loving Memory of Sheila M. Breland
April 13, 1949 – July 5, 2025
Brandon, Mississippi
Sheila M. Breland, 76 of Brandon, Mississippi, entered the gates of Heaven on Saturday, July 5, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born in Poplarville, Mississippi, to Royce and Christine Malley, Sheila spent her life nurturing others with compassion, wisdom, and unwavering grace.
A lifelong educator,...
Janice Faye Walker
Jul 3, 2025
Janice Faye Walker, born on May 18, 1949, in Corinth, MS, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2025, in Ridgeland, MS. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend.
Janice was known for her beautiful spirit, both inside and out. Throughout her life, she demonstrated unwavering independence and strength. For many years, she dedicated herself to her career as a...
Lucille Stagg
Jul 2, 2025
Lucille Stagg age 95, died Wednesday, July 2nd at the Winston Medical Center in Louisville, MS.
Graveside Services will be held Tuesday, July 8th at 9:30am at Pine Ridge Cemetery in Lawrence, Ms. Bro. Victor Bugg will officiate under the direction of Ott and Lee Funeral Home.
Lucille (Griffin) Stagg was born in Standing Pine, MS to Lloyd and Mollie (White) Griffin...
Calvin Arthur Hart
Jul 1, 2025
Calvin Arthur Hart, of Brandon, Mississippi, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at the age of 88.
Born on October 19, 1936, in Castleberry, Alabama, Calvin was the son of Arthur Hart and Myrtice Parks Hart. He served in the United States Air Force from 1954 to 1958 and went on to work as an electronics...
William "Billy" Milton Denson
Jul 1, 2025
William Milton (Billy) Denson
1938-2025
A Celebration of Life for William Milton (Billy) Denson, 87 who died peacefully at home with his wife of 66 years by his side on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 in Hattiesburg, MS will be held 11am, Monday, July 7, 2025 at Mt. Pisgah Baptist Cemetery.
The Rev. Vic Bowman will officiate and visitation will begin at 10 am...
George Douglas Nigreville
Jul 1, 2025
George Douglas Nigreville, passed away on July 1, 2025. Doug from Alexandria, LA, lived in Brandon, MS with his wife Gayle. Prior to that time, he lived in Natchez, MS, Birmingham, AL and Lafayette, LA.
He was a loving father, a devoted husband, and a very hard worker. A proud father of two, and a deeply cherished grandfather to five grandchildren,...
Linda Mullins Garrett
Jun 29, 2025
Linda Mullins Garrett went to be with our Savior on Sunday, June 29, 2025. She was born in Pascagoula, Mississippi, on December 17, 1944. Her family relocated to Simpson County, Mississippi and later to Brandon, Mississippi, in 1957. She graduated from Brandon High School in 1963. After high school, she attended Hinds Junior College where she received a secretarial degree....
Ronnie Oneal Goss
Jun 28, 2025
Ronnie O Neal Goss 68, of Brandon, Mississippi lost his battle to stage 4 pancreatic cancer on June 28, 2025. At the time of his passing, he was surrounded by his loved ones. He was born October 4, 1956, in Greenwood, Mississippi to Charlie Goss and Elouise Goss.
Ronnie was married to Kitty for 37 years. Ronnie lived in the Delta...
Charles Edward "Eddie" Bragg
Jun 28, 2025
Charles Edward "Eddie" Bragg, born on June 8, 1956, in Senatobia, Mississippi, departed this life suddenly on June 28, 2025, at his residence. Known for his exceptional skills as a diesel mechanic, Eddie had a passion for big trucks, a reflection of his dedication to his craft and his love for working with machinery.
Eddie's devotion to his family was profound....
Dahlia Neelo Noel Hunt
Jun 27, 2025
Dahlia Neelo Noel Hunt, age 98, died peacefully at home June 27, 2025, after a good long life on earth of grace and strength in spite of challenges along the way. As Psalm 116:15 says, “Precious in the eyes of God is the death of his faithful servants.” Heaven is her home; she was just passing through this world.
Visitation with...
Jerry Wayne Prestage
Jun 26, 2025
Jerry Wayne Prestage, a beloved member of the Morton community, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2025, at the age of 69. Born on October 1, 1955, in Morton, MS, Jerry was a lifelong resident of the area and took great pride in his roots.
His quiet demeanor often belied a passionate spirit that found joy in the simple pleasures of...
Joseph Maurice Mitchell Jr.
Jun 25, 2025
Joseph Maurice Mitchell Jr., age 65, entered into eternal rest at 6:10 AM on Wednesday, 25 June 2025. He was born on December 25, 1959, in New Orleans, Louisiana to the late Joseph “Bud” Maurice Mitchell Sr. and the late Elizabeth “Betty” Triche Mitchell. Loving husband to Donna Jo Guthrie Mitchell and father to Emily Mitchell (soon to be wed...
Mary "Susan" White
Jun 25, 2025
Mary "Susan" White, a beloved member of her community and a cherished wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on June 25, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Born on May 1, 1967, in Monticello, Mississippi, Susan's vibrant spirit and loving nature touched the lives of many around her.
Throughout her career, Susan dedicated many years of service...
Robert D. Parman
Jun 25, 2025
Robert D Parman, (81), our beloved Pappy, of Brandon, MS, passed away on June 25, 2025.
Robert was born to Joseph and Ruth Ferguson Parman on August 6, 1943. He attended Jett School in Vicksburg and Port Gibson High School, graduating in 1961. He graduated from Co-Lin Junior College in 1963 and served in the National Guard for six and a...
Allen Keith Lynch
Jun 24, 2025
Allen “Keith” Lynch, of Pearl, Mississippi, passed away on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, in Jackson, Mississippi, at the age of 76.
Keith was born on February 23, 1949, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to Leon Willilam Lynch and Geneva Lawson Lynch. He joined the United States Army in 1966 and served his country in Vietnam in the 25th Infantry, where he received...
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