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.
Carlos Orland Allen, Jr.
May 6, 2025
Carlos Orland Allen, Jr., was born on December 10, 1953, in Hoisington, Kansas. He passed away on May 6, 2025, in Florence, Mississippi.
Carlos joined the United States Army, and he dedicated a significant part of his life to his trucking business, where he loved to work and travel the roads. His time behind the wheel was often accompanied by the...
Kathryn Linn
May 6, 2025
Kathryn Linn, 79, passed away on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at her home in the Johns Community of Rankin County.
She was born August 10, 1945, to William Hailey and Annie Gray Hailey.
Visitation will be at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, on Friday, May 9, 2025, from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm with the funeral service beginning at 12:00...
Betty Elizabeth Knight
May 5, 2025
Betty Elizabeth Knight, 78, passed away on Monday, May 5, 2025, St. Dominic Hospital in Jackson, MS. There will be a 1pm Memorial Service on Monday, May 12, 2025, at Grace Church, 2610 Napoleon Avenue, Pearl, MS. 39208.
Full obituary to follow
Jeffery Carl Walworth
May 5, 2025
Jeffery Carl Walworth passed away peacefully on May 5, 2025, in Brandon, Mississippi.
A memorial visitation will be held at Ott & Lee Funeral Home on Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm.
Jeff was born on July 17, 1946, in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, to Jack Walworth and Marjorie Norquist Walworth. He loved to hunt and fish and was a...
Joe Wayne Bynum
May 4, 2025
Mr. Joe Wayne Bynum, age 72, a resident of Pelahatchie passed away on Sunday, May 4, 2025 at his home.
Visitation will be held 10am-1pm Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Morton.
Chapel service will be held at 1pm Wednesday from the Ott & Lee Chapel in Morton.
Burial will follow in Myers Cemetery.
Ott & Lee Funeral Home...
Linda Scott
May 4, 2025
Linda Ruth Scott, of Florence, Mississippi, passed away Sunday, May 4, 2025, at the age of 78.
She was born February 23, 1947, to Henry Vertis Mead and Arbelle Farmer Mead.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Henry Vertis and Arbelle, and her grandson, Ryan Scott.
Survivors include her husband, Paul Ray Scott; sons, Todd Scott (Lori) and Tony Scott (Jessica);...
Irvin "Coach" Billy Rhodes
May 4, 2025
Billy Irvin Rhodes Legendary Coach, Beloved Mentor, and Gentle Spirit Age 84
It is with heavy hearts and profound gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Coach Billy Rhodes, who departed this life on May 4, 2025, at the age of 84. A MAIS Basketball Icon and a gentle soul in everyday life, Coach Rhodes was more...
Michael Jones Pittman
May 2, 2025
Michael Jones Pittman, 61, passed away on Fri. May 2, 2025, in Brandon, MS. Visitation will be held on Sun. May 4, 2025, from 12:30pm-2pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Funeral Services are 2pm on Sun. May 4, 2025, at the Ott & Lee Funeral Home Chapel in Brandon, MS. A graveside service will be held...
Mary Aline Boone Wade
Apr 30, 2025
Visitation will be held from 5pm-8pm Friday, May 2, 2025 at Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Morton and Saturday from 11am-1pm at Ott and Lee.
Mary Aline Wade was born April 9, 1949 in Simpson County, and entered her heavenly home on April 30, 2025 at Mississippi Care Center in Morton.
Aline loved her family dearly. She was chairman of the...
Mr. Jerry Willard Reid
Apr 30, 2025
Mr. Jerry Willard Reid
Morton, MS
Jerry Reid, age 78, a resident of Morton passed away peacefully while at his home.
He was born in Seattle, Washington on October 12, 1946. He loved the Lord and was a dedicated member of Edinburg United Pentecostal Church. He enjoyed being outdoors fishing and working in the yard. Jerry was a great domino player and always...
Della Jean Sullivan
Apr 30, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Della Sullivan, 81, of Brandon. Della was a kind, sweet, and loving soul whose warmth touched everyone she met. One of her greatest joys in life came from spending time with her grandchildren, whom she adored beyond measure.
Della found comfort in cozy evenings watching Hallmark movies, and the excitement...
Sara Iva Busby
Apr 30, 2025
Sara Iva Carter Busby
Greenwood, MS
Sara Iva Carter Busby, born February 27. 1928, in Noxapater, MS to Kate Holman Carter and John Carter. She passed away peacefully on April 30, 2025, at Country Meadow Personal Care Home in Greenwood, MS.
She had an older brother Fred and then a younger sister Mary Kate. After graduating high school, she went to work for...
William Curtis Bex
Apr 29, 2025
William Curtis Bex, age 73, a resident of Forest, died Tuesday, April 29, 2025, following a brief illness.
William was born to his parents Margaret Morrison Bex and Raymond Curtis Bex, on May 27, 195,1 in Syracuse, NY. He was a member of the Christian Life Church. He had worked as an electronic technician for Raytheon. William also served his country...
John Clingen, III
Apr 29, 2025
John Clingen, III, born on July 3, 1947, in Wauwatosa, WI, passed away on April 29, 2025, in Brandon, MS. He was a dedicated furniture representative for 56 years and proudly served in the Air National Guard's 172nd Division shortly after high school.
John was a beloved member of his community, being a parishioner at both St. Luke's Episcopal Church and...
Harvey H. Brewer Jr.
Apr 28, 2025
Harvey H. Brewer Jr., 76, passed away on Mon. April 28, 2025, in Brandon, MS. Visitation will be held on Thurs. May 1, 2025, from 4pm-6pm at New Life Assembly of God located at 300 Shiloh Rd. Brandon, MS 39042. Funeral Services are 9am on Fri. May 2, 2025, at New Life Assembly of God. Burial will be held at...
Larry Wayne Dotson
Apr 28, 2025
Larry Wayne Dotson
Brandon, MS
Larry Wayne Dotson was born April 15, 1954. His parents were Bill and Faye Dotson. Larry was a lifelong resident of Rankin County. He graduated from Puckett High School and spent his entire life in the Cato and Johns communities. He retired from Shell Oil Company and was a small business owner in the Puckett Community at...
Edwin Keith Bain
Apr 26, 2025
Edwin Keith Bain, 58, passed away on Sat. April 26, 2025 at Merit Health River Oaks Hospital in Flowood, MS. Visitation will be held on Wed. April 30, 2025 from 2pm-4pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. A memorial service will be held at 4pm on Wed. April 30, 2025 at the Ott & Lee Funeral Home...
Shirley Ferguson
Apr 25, 2025
Shirley Ann Fayard Ferguson
October 23, 1938 – April 25, 2025
It is with both heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life beautifully lived that we announce the passing of Shirley Ann Fayard Ferguson. Born at home on Fayard Street in Biloxi, Mississippi, Shirley entered the world on October 23, 1938, as the cherished only daughter of Harold and Alma Fayard,...
George Dawes Varner, Sr.
Apr 24, 2025
George Dawes Varner, Sr., age 80, passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2025, in Florence, MS. He was born on July 12, 1944, in Brandon, MS. George was the owner of Circle G Feed & Western Store and a proud graduate of Pearl High School, where he excelled as a football player and kicker.
George was member of Briar Hill Baptist...
Jason Scott Hester
Apr 23, 2025
Mr. Jason Scott Hester, age 45, passed away on Wednesday at home. Jason was born on December 4, 1979 to Anthony and Martha Hester in Raleigh, MS. Jason was a special person that showed his love for others in his own unique way. His family could get a laugh from Jason by singing to him through an aluminum foil roll,...
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