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.
Linn Ray Davis
Dec 10, 2025
Linn Ray Davis, 81, of Pelahatchie passed away at MS Care Center of Morton on December 10, 2025. Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 14th at Ott and Lee Funeral Home of Brandon from 12-2pm, with a funeral service to follow in the chapel. Linn will be laid to rest at Shiloh Cemetery beside his dear wife, Diane Rhodes...
Willie Louise Lewis Rodgers
Dec 11, 2025
Louise Lewis Rodgers, 98, a resident of Pearl, MS, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family. Her earthly birthday became her heavenly birthday on December 11, 2025.
Mrs. Rodgers was born on December 11, 1927, in Puckett, MS. She was a resident of South Jackson before moving to Pearl in 2011. Mrs. Rodgers was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church...
Mack D. Owens Jr.
Dec 9, 2025
Mack Donald Owens, Jr, 96, of Brandon, Mississippi passed away peacefully on December 9, 2025. Born on October 7, 1929, in Jackson, Mississippi, Mack led a life defined by quiet strength, hard work and steadfast faith.
A proud graduate of Wesson High School, Mack answered the call to serve his country. He achieved the rank of Private First Class in the...
Alston Barrett Rhodes, Sr.
Dec 11, 2025
Alston Barrett Rhodes, Sr., age 78, passed away on December 11, 2025. Born on October 30, 1947, in Montgomery, Alabama, Barry lived a full life defined by hard work, devotion to family, and a deep love for the water.
Barry graduated from Butler High School in Butler, Alabama, where he proudly played football. He went on to attend Livingston University. A...
Linda Perkins Gober
Dec 12, 2025
Linda Perkins Gober passed away on Friday, December 12, 2025, at the age of 76.
Visitation will be at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, Mississippi, on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, from 10:00 to 11:00 am, with a funeral service beginning in the funeral home chapel at 11:00 am.
A complete obituary is forthcoming.
Billy L. Green, Jr.
Nov 25, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we must announce that Billy Green has passed away at the age of 68. Billy is being mourned by his beloved wife Lynne, his daughters Lindsey, Kim her husband Jared, May, Emilee her husband Connor, Kiersten, Hannah and Claire, as well as his mother Versie and his sisters, Karen her husband Matt, Cindy,...
Hubert Lamar Bowman
Dec 11, 2025
Hubert Lamar Bowman, 96, of Pelahatchie, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2025. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and servant of God, Hubert’s legacy is one of faith, hard work, and quiet strength.
Born on May 8, 1929, in Antioch, Mississippi, to Oscar and Alice Bowman, Hubert grew up in a loving and close-knit family. He was one of seven...
James Delton Coleman
Dec 9, 2025
James Delton Coleman
Delton, age 77, passed away in Jackson MS on December 9, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of strength, kindness, and unwavering love for his family and friends.
Early Life & Character, Delton was a man whose big heart, gentle nature, and steady presence made a lasting impact on all who knew him.
Career & Work Family, Delton was dedicated to...
Jackie Lynn Smith
Dec 9, 2025
Jackie Lynn Smith, 78, passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family, on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at her home in Brandon, Mississippi.
Visitation will be Thursday, December 11, 2025, from 9:30 to 11:00 am at First Baptist Church of Fannin, with the funeral service beginning at 11:00 am. A graveside service will follow at 3:00 pm at Collins...
Mable Evelyn Daughdrill Raybon
Dec 9, 2025
Mable Evelyn Daughdrill Raybon, 88, passed away on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at her home in Pearl, Mississippi.
She was born in Silver Creek, Mississippi, on October 18, 1937, to Lemuel Lafayette Daughdrill and Irene McNease Daughdrill. She was a member of Paul Truitt Baptist Church in Pearl, where she participated in the ladies groups.
She is preceded in death by her...
Kenneth O. "Ken" Yount
Dec 7, 2025
Kenneth O. "Ken" Yount, born on February 8, 1965, in Okolona, Mississippi, passed away on December 7, 2025, in Morton, Mississippi. Ken was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother who made a lasting impact on all those who knew him.
He leaves behind his beloved wife, Janette, and two daughters, Kelly and her husband Jason Goss, and Katie and her...
Karen Jones
Dec 6, 2025
At exactly 4:00 p.m. on December 6, 2025, Lydia “Karen” Jones departed this earthly life and entered the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 1-2pm at Ott and Lee in Forest, followed by a funeral service at 2pm. Burial will take place at Hopewell Baptist Church in Lake, Ms.
Known affectionately to...
Willie Truman Clark
Dec 6, 2025
Willie Truman Clark, 79, went to be with the Lord on December 6, 2025, at his home in Brandon, MS.
Mr. Clark was born on July 13, 1946, in Greene County, MS. He attended Moss Point High School. He married Charlotte in 2012 and together they had a blended family of 6 sons.
Truman lived a life defined by family devotion and...
William Davis Floyd
Dec 6, 2025
William Davis Floyd, born on December 18, 1943, in Kosciusko, Mississippi, passed away on December 6, 2025, at Baptist Hospital in Jackson, Mississippi, surrounded by loved ones.
William, or commonly referred to as Sonny, grew up in Brandon, Mississippi and attended Brandon High School. After graduating from high school, Sonny dedicated his life to becoming a service technician and served many...
Justin Tyler Stribling
Dec 5, 2025
Justin Tyler Stribling was born on April 10, 1999, in Jackson, Mississippi. He passed away on December 5, 2025, in Mendenhall, Mississippi.
Justin was a young man with a variety of interests. He enjoyed playing football, running track, and pole-vaulting. He had a knack for tinkering and building things, showcasing his creative spirit and mechanical skills. Though he was often quiet...
Lawrence James Morten, Sr.
Dec 5, 2025
Lawrence James Morten, Sr. was born on January 3, 1946, in Worthington Springs, Florida. He dedicated his life to serving others, spending 20 years in the U.S. Airforce followed by another 20 years with the Contra Costa County Sheriff's Department in California. His commitment to public service was further demonstrated through his education, as he earned a master's degree in...
Ed Bailey, Jr.
Dec 5, 2025
Ed Bailey, Jr., age 87, a resident of Goshen Springs Community passed away Peacefully on Friday, December 5, 2025 at home surrounded by his family. from an extended illness, Mr. Bailey served his heavenly Father, his family ,his country and his community throughout his lifetime. He loved and was loved by all that enjoyed the privilege of knowing him. He...
Carla Sue Thompson
Dec 5, 2025
Carla Sue Thompson, born on June 14, 1950, in Guymon, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2025, in Jackson, Mississippi. She was 75 years old. Carla was a dedicated and passionate individual who spent 44 years working for the Rankin County School District in Child Nutrition, contributing to countless students' lives with her nurturing spirit.
Raised in Oklahoma on the...
Dixie Lofton Simpson
Dec 4, 2025
Dixie Lofton Simpson, 94, of Brandon, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on December 4th, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born with a strong spirit and a generous heart, Dixie was the cherished matriarch of her family- a guiding presence whose wisdom, warmth, and unwavering devotion shaped generations. Known for her remarkable ability to bring people together, she welcomed all...
Virginia Ann Fitzhugh Mangum
Dec 4, 2025
Virginia Ann Fitzhugh Mangum, 88, of Morton passed away peacefully on December 4th, 2025 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 7th from 12-2pm at Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Forest, Ms, with a chapel service following at 2pm. Graveside services will be held following the funeral at Sims Hill Cemetery. Bro....
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