Willie Bob

Brandon, Sr

Willie Bob Brandon, Sr., affectionately known as "Daddy," passed away peacefully at his residence in Plantersville, Mississippi on March 14, 2026, at 4:57am with his family by his side, just five days shy of his 73rd birthday. Born on March 19, 1953, in Nettleton, Mississippi to the late Benjamin Brandon Sr. and Fairrean Dilworth Brandon. Willie lived a life marked by faith, family, and dedication.

Willie's working hands crafted a legacy of strength and reliability through his four-decade-long career as a frame builder at Action by Lane. His commitment to his craft was unparalleled, much like his devotion to being a helping hand for his sisters-in-law or anyone else needing a hand.

Throughout his life, Willie Bob found joy in simple pleasures. He enjoyed riding in his cherished Dodge Ram Rumble Bee, spending time with his brothers and sister, and visiting with the elderly in his community. These moments were reflections of a man who valued connection and camaraderie.

In August 1972, he experienced a spiritual rebirth during a Tent Revival at the Pentecostal Church of Jesus Christ, where he was filled with the Holy Ghost and baptized in the name of Jesus Christ. A man of profound faith, Elder Brandon was called to preach the Gospel and was a member of Straight Gate Holiness Church in Nettleton. His faithful journey was a testament to his heart full of love and unwavering devotion, which he carried with him throughout his life.

Willie is preceded in death by his father Benjamin Brandon, his mother Fairrean Dilworth, his sister Morlene Brandon Orr, and his brothers Elbert and Louis Brandon. Also preceding him are his sisters-in-law Debroah, Catherine, Evelyn, and Costella Brandon.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his beloved and devoted wife of 54 years, Nyoka Johnson Brandon, his son, Willie Brandon Jr. of Nettleton, MS, and his two beautiful daughters, Arlene (Dameon) Hampton of Wren, MS, and Amy Brandon of Richmond, VA. His legacy lives on through his grandchildren: Brandon Finnie, Braxton Polk, Timothy Brandon of Nettleton, MS, and Addison Hampton of Wren, MS, and great-grandchildren Brooklyn Finnie, Sha'niya Townsend of Nettleton, MS, Princeton Polk, Nyomi Polk of Amory, MS, and Melody Polk of Tupelo, MS, one sister Lois Gates of Nettleton,  three brothers Robert (Dorothy) Brandon of Nettleton, MS and  Lollar, and Benjamin Jr. Brandon of Shannon, MS, and Willie Bob also leaves behind a host of nephews, nieces, in-laws, cousins, and countless friends who will forever hold him dear in their hearts.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 21, 2026, from 4 PM to 6 PM at Community Funeral Directors in the Fairrean Dilworth Brandon Memorial Chapel. A celebration of Willie's life and faith will take place at Straight Gate Holiness Church in Nettleton, Mississippi, on Sunday March 22, 2026, at 2 PM.

Willie Bob "Daddy" Brandon, Sr. was a pillar of strength, love, and unwavering faith. His life's journey was an inspiration, showing all who knew him the true meaning of devotion and love. He will be deeply missed but fondly remembered by all whose lives he touched.