Ott & Lee Funeral Homes - Brandon, Morton & Forest

04/03/2026

Last night, we had the privilege of honoring two incredible members of the Ott & Lee family as they celebrate their well-earned retirements. Surrounded by friends, colleagues, and loved ones, we gathered for a special dinner to recognize their years of dedicated service to the communities of Morton and Forest.

Their compassion, professionalism, and unwavering commitment have touched countless lives and helped families through some of their most difficult moments. Their legacy will continue to be felt for years to come.

Please join us in congratulating Riley Dollar and Robin Autry on their retirement and thanking them for the lasting impact they have made. We wish them both all the best in this exciting new chapter! 💐

We would like to also thank Gail Toal, Brandy Robinson, Ann White, Christy Palmer, Jennie Wyatt and Vickie Dipuma for all of their hard work and efforts for organizing this wonderful event.

04/02/2026

Velma Stevens

Velma Annice Stevens, of Brandon, Mississippi, passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at the age of 90. Velma was born on October 21, 1935, in Braxton, Mississippi, to David Kline and Ina Stevens Kline. She grew up in the Johns Community and attended Puckett Schools, where she played basketball. On November 22, 1956, she married Rufus Lee Stevens. Velma’s love for her family shone in her commitment as a wife, homemaker, and mother. She was a member of Alta...

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04/02/2026

Reed Thomas Nunnelee

Reed Thomas Nunnelee, 41, of Flowood, Mississippi, went to be with the Lord on March 31, 2026, at his home with his family by his side. Reed was born May 22, 1984 in Tupelo, MS, to Tori and Alan Nunnelee. He graduated from Tupelo High School in 2002, and attended Mississippi College, where he met and fell in love with his future wife, Kemily Weimer, the fall of their freshman year. During his undergraduate years he played varsity baseball and...

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04/02/2026

Karin Hertrich Manuel

Karin Hertrich Manuel passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026, at the age of 69. Mrs. Manuel was born July 6, 1956, in Frankfurt, Germany, to Max Hertrich and Theresia Rockenberg Hertrich. She moved to Brandon, Mississippi, in 1983. She was a wonderful homemaker and mother, and she enjoyed sewing, reading books, playing card games and spending time with her grandchildren. Her greatest joy was being called Oma by them. She is preceded in death by her parents, brother Alexander...

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04/01/2026

Betty Jean Means

Betty Jean Means, 87, passed away on Tues. March 31, 2026 at St. Dominics Hospital in Jackson, MS. Visitation will be held on Fri. April 3, 2026 from 12pm-2pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Funeral Services are 2pm on Fri. April 3, 2026 at the Ott & Lee Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow in the Floral Hills Memory Gardens in Pearl, MS. Mrs. Means was born in Water Valley, MS on Oct. 24, 1938...

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04/01/2026

Dallas Ray Fitzhugh

Dallas Ray Fitzhugh, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and decorated veteran, passed away on March 31, 2026 in Jackson, Mississippi. Born on December 25, 1956, in Attala County, Mississippi, Dallas lived a life marked by dedication to his family, his country, and his many passions. Dallas proudly served his nation with distinction during the Vietnam War, where he was a radio operator. His contributions were critical in significant operations, including the evacuation of Vietnam and recapture of the U.S.S. Mayguez....

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04/01/2026

Wilbur Franklin Massey

Wilbur Franklin Massey Brandon, MS Wilbur Franklin Massey, Brandon, MS, also affectionately known to friends and family as TUF, passed away on Monday, March 30, 2026. He was born April 28, 1939, in Scott County, Mississippi. He was the second son of four of the late, Wilbur Ad Massey and Ruby Burns Massey. He was preceded in death by both of his parents, Wilbur and Ruby, his brothers, Billy Van Massey and Malcom E. Massey, and his baby son, Mark...

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04/01/2026

Gene Wallace

Gene Wallace, born on January 24, 1958, in Los Angeles, California, passed away peacefully at his home in Forkville, Mississippi, on March 30, 2026. He lived a life marked by hard work, dedication, and the forming of meaningful connections wherever he went. Gene was a truck driver for many years, a profession that took him across the country to places such as New York, Wisconsin, Canada, Florida, New Jersey, and the Dakotas, among many other states. In an era before...

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04/01/2026

Rebecca Dean "Becky" Boyd

Rebecca Dean “Becky” Boyd, 72, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at Mississippi Baptist Medical Center in Jackson, MS. Her family finds comfort in knowing she lived a life full of love, kindness, and quiet strength. Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 4, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS, with funeral services beginning at 1:00 p.m. in the chapel. Burial will follow at Fannin Baptist Cemetery in...

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03/31/2026

Ralph Kearney Hall

Ralph Kearney Hall, 81, passed away on Monday, March 30,2026, in Flowood, Mississippi. He was preceded in death by the love of his life, Betty Helen Clark Hall ("Nana"); his parents, Kearney and Gertrude Hall; his son-in-law, Jonathan Summerlin; and his niece, Lori Harvey. He is survived by his daughters, Becky Russell (Bill) and Missy Summerlin; his granddaughters, Bekah King (Brandon), Halle Russell and Makayla Russell; his brother Ray Hall (Jalane); his sisters, Fay Whittington and Debbie Donald (Jerry); and...

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03/31/2026

William "Will" Noah Merritte

William Noah “Will” Merritte, 19, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2026. He was born on June 5, 2006, to parents Billy Merritte and Kristin Kirby and big sister Elizabeth Merritte, and from the very beginning he brought joy, laughter, and a bright, unmistakable spirit into the world. Will attended Park Place Christian Academy from kindergarten through his graduation in 2024. During his years at PPCA, he was a proud member of the varsity football, basketball, and track teams and...

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03/30/2026

Joe Watkins

Mr. Joe Watkins, 66, of Lawrence, passed away Sunday, March 29, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family at his home. Visitation will be held at Ott and Lee Funeral Home of Forest on March 31st from 4-8pm. A second visitation will be held at Pine Ridge Missionary Baptist Church on April 1st 9-11a.m. The funeral service will begin at 11am and be officiated by Rev. Bobby Everett, and Rev. Victor Bugg. Graveside services will follow in the church...

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