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.
Mrs. Euna Mae Depriest Stewart
Mar 16, 2026
Mrs. Euna Mae Depriest Stewart, age 76, a resident of Morton passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026 at Merit Health River Oaks Hospital in Flowood.
Visitation will be held 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Morton.
2nd visitation will be held 9:00 am -1:30 pm Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at Ott...
Kimberly L. Robertson
Mar 14, 2026
Kimberly L. Robertson, a cherished member of the Pearl, Mississippi community and a devoted hairstylist, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2026, in Pearl. Born on April 24, 1963, in Opelika, Alabama, Kimberly spent most of her life in Pearl, where she cultivated close relationships and left a lasting impression on many lives.
Kimberly was known for her warmth and skill...
Betty Ezell Stamper
Mar 14, 2026
Mrs. Betty Joyce Ezell Stamper, 91, of Lawrence passed away on Saturday, March 14 at Ochsner Hospital in Meridian. She was a lifelong resident of Lawrence, MS. Visitation will be held on Wednesday at Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Forest, Ms from 10-11:30, with the funeral service beginning at 11:30 in the Chapel. Bro. William Savell and Nathan Stamper...
Linda Phillips Thomas
Mar 16, 2026
Linda Phillips Thomas passed away peacefully Monday, March 16, 2026, at age 90 due to vascular dementia. She was born Martha Lindell Phillips in Leake County, MS to Woodie and Lucile Phillips Feb. 28, 1936.
Linda married her sweetheart, Billy Buford Thomas in 1955. They celebrated 60 years of marriage until his passing in 2015. She lovingly and diligently cared for...
Sherry Lee Pinter Reid
Mar 14, 2026
Sherry Lee Pinter Reid, 66, a resident of Mendenhall, passed from her earthly home on Saturday. March 14, 2026. Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 21st from 10am-12pm at Ott and Lee Funeral Home of Forest. Funeral services will be held in the chapel beginning at 12pm, with burial to follow at Damascus Cemetery. Bro. Paul Sistrunk will officiate.
Mrs....
Carmen Miranda Gaines
Mar 16, 2026
Carmen Miranda Gaines, 96, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026, in Jackson, Mississippi.
Carmen was born on June 22, 1929, in Puerto Rico to Tomas Miranda and Maria Martinez Miranda. She worked as an HR Manager for the Pin-Sol for many years. A devout Catholic, she was a member of St. Richard Catholic Church.
She is preceded in death by her...
Mary Sistrunk
Mar 13, 2026
A beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend passed away peacefully on March 13, 2026, at the age of 67. She was born on March 29, 1958, and spent her life devoted to her family, the people she loved, and helping others whenever she could. She found joy in the simple things in life, especially spending time with her children and...
Harry K. Benson
Mar 5, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Harry King Benson. Harry, 89, of Pulaski, MS died peacefully on March 5, 2026 with his family by his side. A memorial service will take place at Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Forest, Mississippi on March 28, 2026, at 11 a.m.
Harry entered this world on August 7, 1936,...
Joyce Ann DeMarco
Mar 13, 2026
Joyce Ann DeMarco, of Brandon, Mississippi, passed away on Friday, March 13, 2026, at the age of 91.
Joyce was born September 19, 1934, in Richmond, Virginia, to Randolph C. Burruss and Mabel Ferrel Burruss. A beloved mother and wife, she took great care in raising her children, stepchildren, and grandchildren. She was a member of Park Place Baptist Church in...
Mary Mildred "Millie" Sims
Mar 11, 2026
Mary Mildred “Millie” Hester Sims, 88, of Brandon, MS, was called home to her heavenly Father on March 11, 2026.
Millie was born on August 7, 1937, in her grandmother’s home in Hamburg, MS. She was raised in a Christian home and fondly spoke of attending Bible school and revivals with her grandmothers. She was voted “Wittiest” by her peers at...
Ann Munn Newman
Mar 11, 2026
Ann Munn Newman, born on Monday, September 27, 1937, in Georgia, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2026, in Brandon, MS. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and sister. Ann had lived in the Brandon area since 1972, after moving from Tupelo, MS.
She was a member of First Baptist Fannin, where she found community, shared values, and faith. Her...
Gwendolyn Maydale Linton
Mar 9, 2026
Gwendolyn Maydale Linton, born on May 1, 1934, in Jones County, MS, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2026, in Brandon, MS. She built a fulfilling career as a manager in the crafts department at Walmart before her well-earned retirement.
Gwendolyn was a member of Park Place Baptist Church.
She is survived by her sons, Billy Linton of Auburn, AL, and Terry...
Justin David McCollum
Mar 8, 2026
Justin David McCollum, born on February 4, 1989, in Jackson, MS, passed away on March 8, 2026, in his hometown. He was known for his creative spirit; he loved to draw and was really good with his hands. Justin was a proud member of Southside Assembly of God in Jackson.
He is survived by his mother, Donna McCollum, and his father,...
Roy L. Burns
Mar 8, 2026
Roy L. Burns, of Raleigh, Mississippi, passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at the age of 75.
A graveside service will take place on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 10:00 am in Pleasant Hill Cemetery (Luckey Cemetery) in Raleigh, Mississippi.
Roy was born on July 10, 1950, to Robert L. Burns and Myrtle Page Burns. He honorably served in the United...
Nell Martin Farmer
Mar 7, 2026
Nell Martin Farmer, 99, of Brandon, MS, joined her Heavenly Father on Saturday, March 7, 2026. She was affectionately known as Aunt Nell to those who knew her best.
Nell was born on August 20, 1926, and grew up in the Cato Community of Rankin County, where she graduated from Johns High School and went on to attend Hinds Junior College....
Emma June Weir Emerson
Mar 6, 2026
Emma June Weir Emerson, 88, passed away on Fri. March 6, 2026, at Brandon Court Nursing Home in Brandon, MS. Visitation will be held on Wed. March 11, 2026, from 5pm-7pm and on Thurs. March 12, 2026, from 10am-11am at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Funeral services are 11am on Thurs. March 12, 2026, at the Ott...
Ethel "Crickette" Mills
Mar 3, 2026
Ethel “Crickette” Mills, age 83 of Morton, MS passed away Tuesday March 3, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family and friends.
Crickette was born August 31, 1942, in Vicksburg, MS to George and Mae Pearl Dunaway.
Crickette has been in the Leesburg community for the past 25 years, where she was a member of New Liberty Baptist Church. She loved...
Rhonda Gail Gray Mangum
Mar 1, 2026
Rhonda G. Mangum, 69, of Pelahatchie, Mississippi, entered the gates of Heaven on March 1, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Visitation will be held 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Morton and Thursday from 10am - 11am at the funeral home.
Chapel service will be held 11am Thursday, March...
Geraldine Owens (Dean Dean) Kyzar
Mar 1, 2026
Mrs. Geraldine Owens Kyzar, age 71, a resident of Morton passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2026 at her home in Morton.
Visitation will be held from 5 pm - 7 pm on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Morton.
2nd visitation will be held from 10 am - 11 am Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at Mt....
Robert Glenn Rodgers
Feb 28, 2026
Robert Glenn Rodgers, born on December 21, 1966, in Jackson, Mississippi, passed away peacefully at home on February 28, 2026. He had a fulfilling career building scaffolding in the oil field until his health declined.
Robert was a family man at heart and cherished every moment spent with his loved ones. His personality shone brightly as he found joy in simple...
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