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Reuben Carlton Gailey of Morton, MS passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 19, at the age of 92, after a brief illness. He was born on August 27, 1931, in Commerce, GA, to Leatus T. Gailey and Nettie C. McGinnis. He is survived by daughters Susan Payne (Chris) of Madison, MS and Laurie Howren (Chris) of Kennesaw, GA and 6 grandchildren. Carlton served as plant manager of Tip Top Poultry in Marietta, retiring in 1996 after a long tenure in the business. Visitation will be held from 12:30pm-2:30pm Saturday, October 28, at Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. A graveside service will follow at 3pm at Floral Hills Memory Gardens in Pearl, MS. You may share condolences at...

A Life of Service and Love Edith Whitley Minnis, a beloved teacher, social worker, and missionary, passed away on October 5, 2023, in her hometown of Brandon, MS. She was born on July 19, 1934, and was the youngest of 12 siblings. Edith lived a life filled with compassion, dedication, and a strong commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of others. Throughout her career as a teacher and social worker, Edith touched the hearts of countless individuals. Edith's dedication to her profession extended beyond the classroom as she also served as a social worker, providing support and guidance to those in need. Her unwavering empathy and willingness to lend a helping hand made a lasting...

John "Turner" Wakefield, age 54 of Brandon passed away on Tuesday, September 19, 2023. A Graveside service will be 2:00pm Sunday September 24, 2023, at Knights of Pythius Cemetery (K.P. Cemetery) in Russellville, AL. Turner worked in Lumber Sales for Engineered Lumber Partners. Turner is survived by his mother Mary Wakefield, son John Turner Wakefield, sister and brother-in-law Emme Wakefield O'Neill and Miles O'Neill, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father George Daniel Wakefield. Turner was a good friend to many. And a proud father to John. You may share condolences at www.ottandlee.com.

BRANDON, MS - Sandra Dabbs Rogers, 83, passed away peacefully on September 17th surrounded by loved ones. Visitation will be at Ott and Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, Mississippi on Thursday Sept 21st at 2:00pm. A Service of Remembrance will follow at 3:30pm officiated by Mr. Gary Blakeney. Sandra was born in Aberdeen, Mississippi on May 9, 1940 to Dr. Rome Turner Dabbs and Minta Taylor Dabbs. The family remained in Aberdeen and she was named Ms Aberdeen High School in 1958. Sandra attended the University of Mississippi where she was a member of the Tri Delta sorority and secretary of the student body. She graduated with a degree in Physical Education and later earned a Master's degree...

Gary Richard Giachelli, age 71, passed on August 21, 2023, at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, surrounded by his family, and closest friends. Gary was a resilient man, who fought the good fight of faith until the Lord called him home. Gary was born on October 30, 1951, in Leland, MS to John and Carness Giachelli. He was baptized into the Catholic faith and graduated from St. Joseph's Catholic High School in 1970. Upon graduation, he entered the National Guard and served for six years. The first part of Gary's career was primarily spent working in the construction business. He got married, started his family, and later moved to Clarksdale, MS where he opened his own nursery...

Brandon, MS - Betty Louise Rogers, 89 died peacefully at home on Friday morning August 4th, 2023, surrounded by her family. She was born October 24, 1933, in Winona, MS to William Clarence and Willie Mozelle Overstreet. Louise attended Winona Public Schools and worked to help support her family throughout her teen years. She met and married her husband of 68 years in 1955, Seth Doyle Rogers. Seth and Louise settled in Winona, MS following stints in both Hammond, Indiana and Pearl, MS. They ultimately moved to Brandon, MS in 2005 to be closer to their children. In addition to her parents, Louise is predeceased by sisters Dovie Crowder and Evelyn Laney and brothers John Overstreet and...

Ima Barrett "Doodle Bug" 83 passed way peacefully in Katy TX, after a long battle with Dementia. Doodle lived in Mississippi most of her life, she enjoyed playing sports and was Captain of her Basketball Team all 4 years of High School. Doodle enjoyed the outdoors and worked for Walmart for 15 years. Doodle was preceded in death by her Parents Charles and Lucille Pugh, brothers Gilmore and Delmore Pugh, sister Elizabeth Massey, daughter Teresa Massey and great grandson Jack Henry Gressett. She is survived by her sons Michael Gressett of Texas (Leslie) Kevin Gressett of Mississippi (Brad), 10 grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren. Services will be held at Ott & Lee Funeral...

George Beck Coghlan, 82, passed away on Tues. June 20, 2023, at Merit Health Hospital in Hattiesburg, MS. Visitation will be held on Sat. July 1, 2023 from 9:30am-10:30am at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Graveside Services are 11am on Sat. July 1, 2023 at Floral Hills Memory Gardens in Pearl, MS. Mr. Coghlan was born on April 13, 1941, in Brookhaven, MS to the late J.L. Coghlan and Eunice Beck Coghlan. He was tough, quiet, quick-witted, and sarcastic. If he loved you, he loved you hard. If you didn't have a father in your life and you were in need of a father figure, he'd do his best to be it. Mr. Coghlan was a man that needed to know how things worked. If he didn't know how it...

Cynthia Hickson's had a favorite phrase of a few choice words that defined her life. She was born and reared in JP, MA, on November 13, 1947, she was the fourth in a family of six. Later she moved to Roslindal, MA where she lived her life. She is survived by her younger brother, Joe and younger sister, Jodie, as well as a plethora of nieces and nephews, great nieces, and great nephews. In a home filled with lots of fighting, lots of love and lots of laughter, one can understand why her "favorite phrase" in an endearing manner became Cynthia's catch phrase. Cynthia lost most of her hearing at a young age from measles. From then on you could always count on her for a good laugh when...

Dorothy Frances Brown Henderson of Brandon, MS ? whose lifetime of service touched countless lives and whose sweet spirit was beloved by family, friends, and widespread community ? went to be with the Lord on April 10, 2023. She was 80. She is preceded in death by her parents, the late Myles and Ruth Brown. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Dr. Gene Henderson of Brandon, MS; her brother, Bobby Brown (Liz) of Carrolton, GA; her children - Gina Henderson Palasini of Nashville, TN, Page Henderson Hughes (Les) of Alabaster, AL, Justice Dawn Henderson Beam (Stephen) of Sumrall, MS, Dr. Chip Henderson (Christy) of Flowood, MS, and Hope Henderson Davis (Bradly) of Brandon. Her...

Dorothy Frances Brown Henderson of Brandon, MS ? whose lifetime of service touched countless lives and whose sweet spirit was beloved by family, friends, and widespread community ? went to be with the Lord on April 10, 2023. She was 80. She is preceded in death by her parents, the late Myles and Ruth Brown. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Dr. Gene Henderson of Brandon, MS; her brother, Bobby Brown (Liz) of Carrolton, GA; her children - Gina Henderson Palasini of Nashville, TN, Page Henderson Hughes (Les) of Alabaster, AL, Justice Dawn Henderson Beam (Stephen) of Sumrall, MS, Dr. Chip Henderson (Christy) of Flowood, MS, and Hope Henderson Davis (Bradly) of Brandon. Her...

Dorothy Frances Brown Henderson of Brandon, MS ? whose lifetime of service touched countless lives and whose sweet spirit was beloved by family, friends, and widespread community ? went to be with the Lord on April 10, 2023. She was 80. She is preceded in death by her parents, the late Myles and Ruth Brown. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Dr. Gene Henderson of Brandon, MS; her brother, Bobby Brown (Liz) of Carrolton, GA; her children - Gina Henderson Palasini of Nashville, TN, Page Henderson Hughes (Les) of Alabaster, AL, Justice Dawn Henderson Beam (Stephen) of Sumrall, MS, Dr. Chip Henderson (Christy) of Flowood, MS, and Hope Henderson Davis (Bradly) of Brandon. Her...

Dorothy Frances Brown Henderson of Brandon, MS ? whose lifetime of service touched countless lives and whose sweet spirit was beloved by family, friends, and widespread community ? went to be with the Lord on April 10, 2023. She was 80. She is preceded in death by her parents, the late Myles and Ruth Brown. She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Dr. Gene Henderson of Brandon, MS; her brother, Bobby Brown (Liz) of Carrolton, GA; her children - Gina Henderson Palasini of Nashville, TN, Page Henderson Hughes (Les) of Alabaster, AL, Justice Dawn Henderson Beam (Stephen) of Sumrall, MS, Dr. Chip Henderson (Christy) of Flowood, MS, and Hope Henderson Davis (Bradly) of Brandon. Her...

Sandra Jean Moon, 76, a resident of Greenville, MS, passed away on Sun. April 2, 2023 at St. Dominic Memorial Hospital in Jackson, MS. Visitation was held on Fri. April 7, 2023 from 10am-11am at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Funeral Services were 11am on Fri. April 7, 2023 at the Ott & Lee Funeral Home Chapel in Brandon, MS with burial in the Floral Hills Memory Gardens in Pearl, MS. Sandra was born on Dec. 8, 1946 in Yazoo City, MS to the late Ernest Roy Crum and Jean Schofield Crum. She attended Greenville High School in Greenville, MS. Sandra is survived by her 2 sons, Charles Robert Peeples (Katheryn) and Jody Peeples (Kim); 2 sisters, Joyce Coker (Willis) and Leisa...

On Tuesday, March 28th, Andrew Thomas "Drew" Troxler departed this world and was welcomed by his Lord and Savior and reunited with his son Baker, who no doubt ran and jumped into his daddy's arms. A Celebration of Drew's Life will be 3:30pm Monday, April 3, 2023, at Crossgates United Methodist Church in Brandon with visitation beginning at 2:00pm. Burial will follow at Crestview Memorial Gardens. Born in Shelbyville, TN on February 6, 1980, Drew spent most of his childhood in McComb, MS before moving to Brandon, MS in junior high. It was at Brandon High where he thrived and grew. He was an outstanding baseball and tennis player, excelling in all sports he tried. His talents allowed him...

Ilene Mann Rucker, 91, a resident of Brandon, MS, died peacefully at home the morning of Feb. 20, 2023. Visitation will be held on Sat. Feb. 25, 2023 from 10am-12pm at Ott & Lee Funeral Home in Brandon, MS. Funeral Services are 12pm on Sat. Feb. 25, 2023 at the Ott & Lee Funeral Home Chapel in Brandon, MS. Graveside Services will be held at 3:30pm on Sat. Feb. 25, 2023 at Parkway Cemetery in Kosciusko, MS. Mrs. Rucker was born Aug. 13, 1931, in Attala County, MS and was the only daughter of Virgie Mae (Armstrong) Mann and Milton Mann. Mrs. Rucker was a retired cosmetologist and owner of Ilene's Kut and Kurl in Pearl, MS. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her...

Jay Nibert, age 56 of Richland, passed away at home on Saturday, February 4, 2023, and woke up in heaven. A memorial service will be 12:00 pm Monday, February 13, 2023, at Crossgates Church in Brandon, MS with visitation starting at 10:00 am. He was born in Natchez, MS on July 14, 1966, to the late John Marshall Nibert and Laura Jean Sandidge Nibert. Jay began to play the guitar at the age of nine with his best friend Brady on the drums, playing in different bands all their lives later joining up with Lee Calendar and David Gentry and other musicians who all became brothers to each other. Jay was a master carpenter who created different things for many people throughout his life bringing...

Sandra Taylor McClain, 74, was born in Columbus, MS on October 23, 1948. She passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Sunday, January 22, 2023. Sandra was the daughter of Lethal Preston Taylor of Stonewall, MS and Bonnie Bell Thompson of Crawford, MS. Survivors include her loving husband of 56 years, James O. McClain of Brandon, MS; daughters, Lisa Baker of Brandon, MS, Gina McClain (Brandon Massengill) of Atlanta, GA, Mindy Gordin (Kirk) of Puckett, MS, Kasi Weghorst (Anthony) of Puckett, MS, and Laci Clack (Richard) of Brandon, MS; grandsons, Christopher Hancock (Kara) of Crestview, FL and Justin McClain Gordin of Puckett, MS; granddaughters, Grace and Claire Gordin...

Wallace Roland Howle, 94, joined his Lord and Savior on Monday, December 5, 2022. Funeral services will be 10:00 am Thursday at First Baptist Fannin with visitation starting at 9:00 am. There will be a 2:00 pm graveside service following in Friendship Cemetery in Columbus, MS. Mr. Howle was born Neshoba County, MS to Robert Perry Howle and Cleopatra Loveless McCarty Howle on March 13, 1928. He was a member of First Baptist Fannin, and he had a strong Christian faith. He loved working in the yard and reading his Bible. Mr. Howle retired from the US Airforce after 23 years of service. He served in the Korean and Vietnam wars. He also retired from the State of Mississippi Agriculture...

Clytice Robertson Gardner, age 90, passed away Thursday, December 1, 2022, at her home in Brandon, Mississippi. A graveside service will be held 2:00 pm Saturday, December 10, 2022, at Harmonia Cemetery in Sallis, Mississippi. Mrs. Gardner was a native of Sallis, Mississippi, Attala County. She was born January 13, 1932, and graduated from Sallis High School in 1949 as Valedictorian of her class. She attended Holmes Junior College (now Holmes Community College) for one year and after retirement received her bachelor's degree in history from Millsaps College. She retired from South Central Bell Telephone Company (subsequently AT&T) in 1989 with over 37 years of service, working her way...

William T. "Bill" Longo, age 84, a resident of Brandon, MS passed away Saturday, November 19, 2022, at his home surrounded by his loving family. A Funeral Mass will be held 12:00 pm Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at St. Paul Catholic Church in Flowood, MS with interment in Lakeland Place Memorial Park in Flowood, MS. Visitation will be held Tuesday, November 22, 2022, from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm at the church. Mr. Longo was born March 26, 1938, in Bridgeport, Connecticut to Peter and Margaret Trisko Longo. He was married to Betty Grissom Longo. He was member of St. Paul Catholic Church in Flowood, MS, where he served as a church usher. He enjoyed hunting and any great outdoor adventure. It was...