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.
Ralph Lane Burroughs, Jr.
Oct 22, 2025
Ralph Lane Burroughs, Jr., was born on September 5, 1941, in Jackson, MS. He left this earthly home and entered his eternal home on October 22, 2025, at the age of 84. Ralph dedicated much of his professional life to caring for others, having served as a Hospital Administrator for the State and as a nursing home Administrator for several...
James Edward Thompson
Oct 23, 2025
James Edward Thompson, born on September 3, 1941, in Brandon, Mississippi, passed away on October 23, 2025, in Pearl, Mississippi. James led a remarkable life filled with dedication and love for his family and community.
Having retired from the United States Postal Service and the State of Mississippi's Department of Finance and Administration, James also spent cherished time working at the...
Charles A. Phipps
Oct 21, 2025
Charles Allen Phipps (Charlie), a proud veteran and beloved family man, passed away on October 21, 2025, at his home in Brandon, MS. He was married to his devoted wife, Pris Phipps with whom he shared 42 years of love and partnership.
Charlie served honorably in the United States Army, embodying dedication and patriotism throughout his life. He cherished the lifelong...
Morris Bowen
Oct 22, 2025
Morris Bowen, 75, passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at his home in Magee, Mississippi.
Visitation will be held at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon on Saturday, November 8, 2025, from 9:00 to 10:00 am, with a graveside service immediately following in Clinton Cemetery.
Morris was born on April 21, 1950, in Shaw, Mississippi, to John Edward Bowen and...
Charles Howard Cox, Jr
Oct 20, 2025
Charles Howard Cox, Jr., born on March 7, 1946, in Jackson, Mississippi, passed away on October 20, 2025, in Florence, Mississippi. He was a well-known figure in his community, having owned and operated Cox Heating and Air for many years until his health declined.
Charles had a zest for life that was evident in his love for traveling with friends. He...
Howard Lavon Lee
Oct 17, 2025
Howard Lavon Lee, of Pearl, Mississippi, passed away at his home on Friday, October 17, 2025.
Visitation will be at Ott & Lee Funeral Home on Monday, October 20, 2025, from 5:00 to 8:00 pm.
The funeral service will take place at First Baptist Church of Pearl on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at 12:00 pm with visitation from 11:00 am until the...
Alyce "June" Garner
Oct 16, 2025
Alyce “June” Garner, of Brandon, Mississippi, passed away on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at the age of 95.
June was born on May 18, 1930, in Kentwood, Louisiana, to Emory H. Goit and Lola Rhymes Goit. She earned her nursing degree from Gilfoy School of Nursing and later her master’s in business from Belhaven University. During her career as a registered...
David Howard May
Oct 16, 2025
David May, 76, of Forest, Mississippi, passed away peacefully at his home on October 16, 2025.
Born on August 25, 1949, in Memphis, Tennessee, David was the son of D.A. May and Dot May. He graduated from Forest High School in 1967 and went on to earn a master’s degree from Delta State University in Guidance Counseling. Shortly after graduating, he...
Dwight D Grissom
Oct 15, 2025
Dwight D Grissom was the only son born to James O. Grissom and Alice L. Hall (Grissom) on July 23, 1956, in Kenosha, Wisconsin.
His parents and sisters Patricia and Betty Jo (Longo) preceded him in death.
He received his education in the Jackson public school system and graduated from Wingfield High School in 1974.
Dwight worked at several places (his father's service...
Christine Grace Hillhouse
Oct 15, 2025
Visitation will be held Thursday, October 23, 2025 from 1pm-4pm at Ott and Lee Funeral Home Morton.
Chapel service will be held at 4pm at the Ott and Lee Chapel in Morton.
Cremation will follow after the service
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Christine Grace Hillhouse, age 36, born on March 3, 1989, in Jackson, Mississippi, ascended peacefully to eternal rest October 15, 2025 in Baldwyn, Mississippi....
Bobby Kendall Cox
Oct 15, 2025
Bobby Kendall Cox, a beloved figure in his community and a cherished family man, passed away unexpectedly in an automobile accident on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at the age of 68. Born on June 17, 1957, in Scott County, he filled his years with experiences that would resonate deeply with those who knew him.
Bobby dedicated many years of his life...
Robert Boone Cooper
Oct 15, 2025
Robert B. (Bobby) Cooper, age 64, passed away peacefully in Brandon, MS on October 15, 2025.
Bobby was born August 22, 1961, in Memphis Tennessee to Billy W. Cooper, Sr and Ann Cingtran Cooper.
He spent his career as a law enforcement officer at UMMC in Jackson, MS, Brandon, MS and Greenville, MS before retiring to Brandon, MS. “His happiest days were...
Marlene Marie Rhodes
Oct 13, 2025
Marlene Marie Rhodes, born on June 9, 1943, in San Jose, California, passed away on October 13, 2025, in Jackson, Mississippi. She was a devoted member of the Catholic Faith, often enjoying her services and Mass through television.
Marlene's life was filled with love for her family, especially her cherished grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She found joy in being a BINGO caller...
Dennis Ray Stuart
Oct 13, 2025
Dennis Ray Stuart
May 28, 1958 — October 13, 2025
Morton, Ms
Dennis Ray Stuart, a veteran of the United States Air Force passed away on October 13,2025. Visitation will be held Friday, October 17 at Morton Ott and Lee Funeral Home from 5:00-8:00pm. On Saturday, October 18 at Mt. Olive Primitive Baptist Church visitation will be from 10:00 - 11:00am with the...
Jan Crump Robinson
Oct 13, 2025
Jan Crump Robinson, 69, of Brandon, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2025. Visitation will be 9am until 11am Thursday, October 16, 2025, at The Church at Shiloh in Pelahatchie, MS. Services will follow at 11am at the church with burial in The Church at Shiloh Cemetery.
Born and raised in Schlater, Mississippi, Jan graduated from Pillow Academy in 1974...
Joel Dee Birdsong
Oct 12, 2025
Joel Dee Birdsong, of Brandon, Mississippi, passed away on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at the age of 80.
Mr. Birdsong was born on November 3, 1944, in Alabama to Oscar Birdsong and Sybill Smith Birdsong. He worked as a heavy equipment mechanic for Massey-Ferguson in Indianola for many years. He married Reatta Yates on June 7, 1981, and together they shared...
Edward M Fortune
Oct 12, 2025
Edward Fortune, a veteran of the United States Army and Coast Guard, passed away surrounded by family on October 12,2025. Visitation will be held Friday, October 17 at Ott and Lee Funeral Home from 8:30-10:15am, with a funeral service in the chapel at 10:15am officiated by Bro. Gary Morris. Burial will take place at Mississippi Veteran’s Cemetery in Newton with...
Jonnie Jo McMurphy
Oct 11, 2025
Jonnie Jo Upton McMurphy, 97, of Forest, MS passed away on October 11, 2025, in Olive Branch, MS.
Funeral services will be held at 2:30pm , Saturday, October 18, 2025, at Ott & Lee Funeral Home, with Visitation from 1pm till the service time. No graveside services will be held, the family will remain to visit with friends. She will be...
Gerald Lamar Ballard, Sr.
Oct 11, 2025
Lamar Ballard, 86, of Brandon, Mississippi, passed away on October 11, 2025, in his home with his wife by his side.
Funeral services will be at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at 2:00 pm, with visitation from 12:30 to 2:00 pm. He will be laid to rest in Sims Cemetery in Morton.
Born on February...
Mack Douglas Robinson, Jr.
Oct 10, 2025
Mack Douglas Robinson, Jr. passed away on October 10, 2025, in Pearl, MS, where he was also born on January 18, 1972. He was a lifetime resident of Rankin County and devoted his career to working for the Corps of Engineers as well as various Land Engineering companies.
Doug is survived by his mother, Martha Jay Robinson, and his brother, Marshal...
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