Ken Hall
Jun 5, 2026
LeRoy Kennedy “Ken” Hall, 65, of Brandon, Mississippi, went to be with his Lord and Savior on June 5, 2026.
Ken was born on August 27, 1960, in Jackson, Mississippi, to Donald and Ottris Hall. He attended Brandon High School and Mississippi State University. A land specialist and real estate broker, Ken owned and operated his three Mossy Oak Properties offices...
Ricky Bob Myers
Jun 2, 2026
Ricky Myers was a wonderful Husband, Son, Brother, Father, Grandfather, and friend to the community. He was known for doing everything for others. He was also known to bring joy to everyone's life. He loved his wife, children, grandchildren, family, and community. He tried everything in his power to give his grandchildren everything in the world.
He was born on 12/03/1959...
Audrey Allen Hopper
Jun 4, 2026
Audrey Alice Allen Hopper went home to be with the Lord and her soulmate of 71 years, Charles Hopper, on June 4, 2026. She lived a long life of 99 years filled with good health and joy. A celebration of her life, led by Rev. Mike Hudson and Rev. Randy Burns, is planned for Monday, June 8, 2026, at Ott...
Tonia Jerald Benton
Jun 5, 2026
Tonia Jerald Benton was born on August 28, 1942, in Harperville, MS, and passed away on June 5, 2026, in Pearl, MS. He dedicated most of his life to construction, starting work at a young age to help his family with farming tasks like feeding chickens and cows and picking cotton. He began his career at BC Rogers in Morton,...
Craig Alan Donald
Jun 5, 2026
Craig Alan Donald, 58, of Brandon, MS, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Friday, June 5, 2026, at the Mississippi Baptist Medical Center, in Jackson, after a courageous fight with kidney cancer.
Born July 21, 1967, Craig was the son of Thelma J. Donald and the late Robert E. Donald. He is survived by his mother; sister, Debbie Williams and...
Patricia Ann Pace
Jun 2, 2026
Mrs. Patricia Ann Pace, 78, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at her home in Johns, Mississippi after a 14-year battle with Early On-set Alzheimer's disease.
Pat was born on October 1, 1947, to the late John Newton Cox and Vera Inez Montague Cox. She grew up in Grenada, Mississippi. After graduating from Draughon’s Business College in Jackson, she...
Ina Faye Bailey
Jun 3, 2026
Ina Faye Bailey, age 80 and a resident of the Homewood community, died Wednesday, June 3, 2026, following a brief illness.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from the OTT & LEE Funeral Home Chapel in Forest with interment to follow in the Faulkner Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. until the service time.
She was born...
Betty Jean Alford
Jun 2, 2026
Betty Jean Alford, born on May 12, 1937, in Mississippi, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2026, in Jackson, Mississippi. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose life was filled with love, creativity, and dedication.
Betty Jean was known for her many talents and interests. She loved woodworking and was very crafty. Sewing was another pastime she cherished,...
Thelma Ruth Culliver
May 30, 2026
Thelma Ruth Culliver, age 91, went to be with the Lord on May 30, 2026, in Byram, MS following a series of life altering health events.
Thelma was born on January 4, 1935, to John and Mary Lou Clark in Wayne County, MS. She was one of 6 children and the oldest daughter.
Thelma is remembered for strength along with her loving,...
Jerry Steven Lacey
May 29, 2026
Jerry Steven Lacey, 66, passed away on Fri. May 29, 2026, at his home in Delta, LA. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 1:00pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS, with a Celebration of Life to follow at 3:00pm.
Jerry was born on Aug. 15, 1959, in Kosciusko, MS to the late Joe Lacey...
Ann Warren
May 28, 2026
Mrs. Margaret Ann Warren, 92, passed away peacefully in Forest, MS on Wednesday, May 28, 2026. A graveside service will take place on Saturday, May 30th at 10:00 AM at Clifton Baptist Church, where she will be laid to rest beside her husband. The Reverend Randall Creel will officiate.
She was born on August 26, 1933, in Leake County to Thomas...
Jean Johnson
May 26, 2026
Mara Jean Johnson, March 21, 1954 – May 26, 2026
Jean Johnson, age 72, died May 26, 2026, following a long illness.
Having received a Master’s degree in Social Work, Jean spent her entire 42 year career as a social worker at Mississippi State Hospital – Whitfield.
Jean was blessed with a gracious number of friends, both human and feline that she so...
Michael Thomas Coghlan
May 25, 2026
Michael “Mike” Thomas Coghlan, 67, of Pelahatchie, Mississippi, passed away on May 25, 2026.
Mike was born on May 17, 1959. He was a hardworking man who spent much of his life working construction and helping build homes for others. Later in life, he worked repairing lawn mowers, always staying busy with his hands and doing honest work. Mike enjoyed the...
Wanda Elizabeth Vaughn
May 24, 2026
Wanda Elizabeth Vaughn (Ivey) passed away on May 24, 2026, in Jackson, Ms, following medical complications.
She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She shared 59 years of marriage with her husband, Leonard Vaughn. The couple resided in Pearl, Mississippi for the past 50 years. They raised 2 daughters.
She was a caring and dedicated mother to her daughters, Kimberly Dawn...
Charlotte Primm
May 23, 2026
Charlotte Sue Hill Primm, 68, a resident of Forest passed away on May 23rd, 2026 at UMC in Jackson.
Visitation will be held on Friday, May 29, at Red Top Union Baptist Church from 1-2pm. The funeral service will begin at 1pm, with burial to follow in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Primm is preceded in death by her parents, Rena Mae Sistrunk...
Johnny Goolsby
May 23, 2026
Johnny William Goolsby, 59, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2026 at Diverse Care in Quitman, MS. Visitation will be held at Ott and Lee in Forest on Wednesday from 5-8pm. A funeral service will be held Thursday at 10am in the Ott and Lee Chapel. Burial will follow in the Antioch-Steele Primitive Baptist Cemetery. Bro. Reggie Tatum will officiate.
Johnny...
Jean T. Carroll
May 23, 2026
Jean T. Carroll, born on August 15, 1938, in Houston, Texas, passed away on May 23, 2026, in Jackson, Mississippi. She lived a full and meaningful life, touching many through her work and love for family and community.
Jean was a dedicated Registered Nurse who served at Hinds General Hospital, now known as Merit Health Central. After many years of compassionate...
Bonita Lee Richardson
May 23, 2026
Bonita Lee Richardson was born on March 7, 1949, in Bloomington, Minnesota. She lived a full life marked by kindness and dedication, passing away peacefully on May 23, 2026, in Brandon, Mississippi.
Bonita worked as a Loan Officer at Community Bank before retiring. She truly enjoyed her work, especially the chance to connect with her customers and coworkers. Her work was...
Mildred Anne Moorehead Lewis
May 22, 2026
Mildred Anne Moorehead Lewis was born on November 25, 1934, in Corinth, Mississippi. She passed away on May 22, 2026, in Brandon, Mississippi. Mildred lived a full and meaningful life, embraced by her family and marked by her many interests and passions.
Mildred was a dedicated worker who retired from the State of Mississippi. She also spent over 27 years volunteering...
Alvin Bryce Wells Jr.
May 22, 2026
Alvin Bryce Wells, Jr., peacefully passed away at home in Brandon in the early morning hours of May 22, 2026. Visitation will be held on Tues. May 26, 2026 from 10am-11am at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Funeral Services are 11am on Tues. May 26, 2026 at the Ott & Lee Funeral Home Chapel in Brandon, MS.
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