Longtime Vicksburg Resident Loretta Williams-Brown Passes Away at 65

Services for the former Moorhead resident will be held this Saturday at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 5:23pm

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Loretta Williams-Brown, a 65-year-old resident of Vicksburg, Mississippi, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2026. Williams-Brown, who previously lived in Moorhead, will be remembered at a funeral service this Saturday at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church in Indianola.

Why it matters

The loss of Loretta Williams-Brown, a longtime community member in Vicksburg and Moorhead, will be felt by her family, friends, and those who knew her. Her passing serves as a somber reminder of the importance of cherishing our loved ones and celebrating the lives of those who have made an impact on their local communities.

The details

Visitation for Williams-Brown will be held on Friday, April 10 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at First United Baptist Church in Moorhead. The funeral service will take place on Saturday, April 11 at 1 p.m. at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church in Indianola, with the body lying in repose one hour before the service. The Rev. Clint Simpson will officiate the service.

  • Visitation will be held on Friday, April 10 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
  • The funeral service will take place on Saturday, April 11 at 1 p.m.

The players

Loretta Williams-Brown

A 65-year-old resident of Vicksburg, Mississippi who previously lived in Moorhead.

James Brown

The husband of Loretta Williams-Brown.

DeDee Williams

The daughter of Loretta Williams-Brown, living in Aberdeen, Maryland.

Larry Williams

The brother of Loretta Williams-Brown, living in Memphis.

Rev. Clint Simpson

The officiant who will lead the funeral service for Loretta Williams-Brown.

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The takeaway

The passing of Loretta Williams-Brown, a beloved member of the Vicksburg and Moorhead communities, serves as a poignant reminder to cherish our loved ones and celebrate the lives of those who have made a lasting impact on their local communities.