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Paula French

Paula French

Aug 6, 2026

Paula French, 71, passed away Thurs. Aug. 6, 2026 at the Mississippi Baptist Medical Center in Jackson, MS. Visitation will be held on Mon. Aug. 10, 2026 from 10am-12pm at Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Funeral services are 12pm on Mon. Aug. 10, 2026 at the Ott & Lee Funeral Home Chapel. Graveside services are 3pm on...

Lydia Grace McKnight

Lydia Grace McKnight

Aug 4, 2026

Lydia Grace McKnight, 42, passed away on Tues. Aug. 4, 2026. Visitation will be held on Tues. Aug. 11, 2026, from 10am-11:15am at Crossgates Baptist Church in Brandon, MS. Funeral Services are 11:30am on Tues. Aug. 11, 2026, at Crossgates Baptist Church with burial in the Alford Cemetery in Kentwood, LA. Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS is...

Jerrolyn Martin Owens

Jerrolyn Martin Owens

Aug 8, 2026

Jerrolyn Martin Owens October 3, 1969 – August 8, 2026 

Our precious Jerrolyn gained her angel wings peacefully at home, surrounded by her beloved family, her closest friends, and her sweet Sadie girl. 

After a long journey of faith, love, and courage, she was welcomed into the arms of the Savior she loved so deeply. She leaves behind a love that touched...

Ray Clifford Martin

Ray Clifford Martin

Aug 4, 2026

Ray Clifford Martin, 71, of Jackson, Mississippi, passed away on Tuesday, August 4, 2026.

Ray was born on December 8, 1954, in Jackson, Mississippi, to Guy Wilson Martin and Zell Thornton Martin. He spent most of his life in Clinton and served with dedication in the Air National Guard. He had a long career as a typesetter and pressman for several...

Wesley Hallman

Wesley Hallman

Aug 4, 2026

Wesley Odell Hallman, of Pearl, Mississippi, passed away peacefully in Jackson, Mississippi, on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at the age of 69.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at 11:00 am at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, with visitation from 9:00 until 11:00 am.

Wesley was born on June 13, 1957, in Tokyo, Japan, to...

Carolyn Stuart Graves

Carolyn Stuart Graves

Aug 3, 2026

Carolyn Stuart Graves

After 99 and a half remarkable years, Carolyn Stuart Graves entered her eternal heavenly home on August 3, 2026. She will be remembered as someone who was quick with a smile or a joke, told great stories, and was full of life and energy, never missing an opportunity to go on a new adventure. Carolyn was fondly known...

Faye Walls Gordon

Faye Walls Gordon

Aug 1, 2026

Faye Walls Gordon, born August 17, 1936, in Monroe County, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2026, in Brandon, Mississippi, at the age of 89.

Faye was the beloved daughter of Harve Walls and Mary Smith Walls, both of whom preceded her in death. Faye was also preceded in death by her devoted husband, Ralph Roberts Gordon, with whom she...

Joyce Holmes Sanford

Joyce Holmes Sanford

Aug 1, 2026

Funeral services for Joyce Holmes Sanford will be held at Lakeland Presbyterian Church on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at 11am with visitation starting at 10am at the church. Visitation will be from 6pm to 8pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon on Wednesday, August 5, 2026.

Joyce Holmes Sanford, known affectionately to her friends as “Joyce” and to her...

Mavis Perry Melton

Mavis Perry Melton

Jul 31, 2026

Mavis Perry Melton

Mavis Perry Melton, born September 12, 1944, in Edinburg, Mississippi, entered the presence of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on July 31, 2026, surrounded by her family at home. While her family mourns her passing, they rejoice in the comfort of her faith fulfilled.

Born to James and Earl Perry, Mavis lived a life defined by faith, love,...

Kacky Whitehead Mitchell

Kacky Whitehead Mitchell

Jul 30, 2026

Kacky Whitehead Mitchell, 74, passed away at her home in Brandon, Mississippi, on Thursday, July 30, 2026.

Kacky was born on February 15, 1952, in Memphis, Tennessee, to William Cary Whitehead and Jane Dalrymple Whitehead. She grew up in Memphis, attending Hutchison School and graduating from East High School, attending Stratford College in Danville, Virginia, and the University of Memphis. She...

Annelle C. Gore

Annelle C. Gore

Jul 29, 2026

Annelle C. Gore passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at her home in Brandon, Mississippi, at the age of 92.

Annelle was born on March 6, 1934, to Samuel Sission and Margaret George Sission in Neshoba County, Mississippi. She later lived in Madison County before settling in Brandon. She was a member of the Cathedral of St. Peter the Apostle...

James Randall Ates

James Randall Ates

Jul 29, 2026

James Randall “Randy” Ates, 67, of Brandon, Mississippi, entered the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 29, 2026.

Born on March 1, 1959, to James and Maggie Ates, Randy lived a life marked by faith, love, service, and a genuine care for others.

Randy was married to the love of his life, Lori, for 34 years. He was...

David Charles Pollard

David Charles Pollard

Jul 29, 2026

David Charles Pollard, 77, of Brandon, Mississippi, passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, in Jackson.

David was born October 8, 1948, in New Orleans, Louisiana, and grew up in the nearby town of St. Rose. He graduated in 1966 from Destrehan High School and later earned his bachelor’s degree in business and marketing from Southeastern Louisiana University. He married Denise...

Kenneth Ray Ellis

Kenneth Ray Ellis

Jul 29, 2026

Kenneth Ray Ellis, 80, passed away on Wed. July 29, 2026 at the Baptist Hospital in Jackson, MS. Visitation will be held on Sat. Aug. 1, 2026 from 10am-12pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Graveside services will be held at 1:30pm on Sat. Aug. 1, 2026 at Sunrise Baptist Cemetery in Carthage, MS.

Mr. Ellis was born...

Dewey Ray Wise

Dewey Ray Wise

Jul 28, 2026

Dewey Ray Wise, 87, passed away on July 28, 2026, after a life marked by faithful service, lifelong learning, and a deep love for his family. Born on November 1, 1938, in Haleyville, Alabama, Dewey lived a life of purpose, embracing each chapter with determination, curiosity, and unwavering faith.

In 1957, Dewey was drafted into the United States Army. His military...

Travis Wayne Webb

Travis Wayne Webb

Jul 25, 2026

Travis Wayne Webb, a beloved father, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2026, in Gulfport, Mississippi, at the age of 79. Travis was born on December 13, 1946, in Neshoba County, Mississippi, to Edmond Perry Webb and Irma Lou Bethany Webb.

Throughout his long and fulfilling life, Travis was known for his devotion to his family and...

Lillian Caldwell Turbville

Lillian Caldwell Turbville

Jul 25, 2026

Lillian Caldwell Turbville

January 18, 1944 - July 25, 2026

Lillian “lil” 82 passed away at her home Saturday, July 25, 2026.

Lillian was born January 18, 1944 in Johnston County, Missouri at Warrensburg Hospital. She moved to California in 1961 and graduated high school in Pittsburgh, California in 1962. She met Billy Wayne while he was stationed there with the Navy. They...

Betty Ann Gunn

Betty Ann Gunn

Jul 25, 2026

Betty Ann Gunn passed away peacefully at the age of 89. She was a loving daughter, sister and friend whose kindness touched so many lives. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, from 11am -12 pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Forest, Ms., with the funeral service to begin at 12pm in the Chapel at Ott...

Annie Pearl Scoggin

Annie Pearl Scoggin

Jul 22, 2026

Annie Pearl Cochran Scoggin, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2026, in Brandon, Mississippi, at the age of 88. Born on September 17, 1937, in Hickory, Mississippi, Annie lived a long and meaningful life marked by love, resilience, and devotion to her family.

Annie was the daughter of Otho Lavon Cochran and Annie Lee Elam Cochran, both of whom preceded her...

Carlene Evans Cooksey

Carlene Evans Cooksey

Jul 21, 2026

Carlene Cooksey, age 95, entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior surrounded by the love of her family. While her family grieves her absence, they rejoice knowing she is now whole, healed, and celebrating on the streets of gold after a life faithfully lived for Christ.

Carlene devoted her life to her family as a loving homemaker, wife, mother,...

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