1925
2010
Roy Clifton Bratton, Sr., 85, passed away on Friday, November 26, 2010 at Mississippi Baptist Medical Center.
Mr. Bratton was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Juanita Baham Bratton; his parents, William Henderson Bratton and Fanie Arbuckle Bratton; sisters Gert Whitten, Ruby Simmons, and Essie McGarrity; brothers Lee Bratton, Charlie Bratton, Crip Bratton, John Bratton, and Jonah Bratton.
Mr. Bratton is survived by son Roy Clifton "Cliff" Bratton, Jr. (Debra) of Germantown, Tennessee; daughter Mary Lea Nations (Ricky) of Clinton, Mississippi; three grandchildren, Emily Nations, Will Nations, and Meagan Bratton; a brother, Eugene Bratton of Grenada; and a sister, Irene McMahan of Tupelo. Mr. Bratton also had a very special and close relationship with his niece, Peggy Sue Barnett of Marietta, Georgia.
Mr. Bratton was born on April 9, 1925 in Yalobusha County. He was a long-time resident of Jackson, Mississippi. He was a graduate of Draughn's Business College. He worked for DeSoto Furniture Company (formerly MPI) in many capacities for 35 years until the plant was closed in 1982. He then worked as a car salesman for 17 years at Howard Wilson Chrysler-Plymouth on Highway 80 and later Lakeland Drive, retiring in 2001 to care for his wife.
Mr. Bratton was a member of Alta Woods Baptist Church for 45 years. He also served as a deacon at West Jackson Baptist Church. He was a member of the Forest Hill Masonic Lodge.
Visitation will be held Sunday, November 28th from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm and Monday, November 29th at 1:00 pm at Wright & Ferguson Clinton, 106 Cynthia Street, Clinton, Mississippi. The funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm Monday at Wright & Ferguson Clinton Chapel.
The family would like to extend a very special note of gratitude to personal caregivers who were with Mr. Bratton during his recent 3-month illness: Lillian Jackson, Marion Avery, Louise Patton, Leroy Perry, Patsy Bryant, Linda Moore, Patricia Preston, Alberta Payton, Heather Johnson, Virgie Muriel, and Vina Burkett. Thanks to the staff of Deaconess HomeCare and especially Linda Byrd, Robin Creel, and Quon Franklin. A special note of thanks is offered to Mrs. Lillian Jackson who served Mr. Bratton constantly and faithfully throughout the past three months.
Honorary pallbearers are George Mason, William Tanner, Eugene Bratton, Billy McMahan, Boots Rives, and George Weeks
Memorials may be sent to Alta Woods Baptist Church, 168 Colonial Drive, Jackson, Mississippi 39204 or Guatemala Missions Fund, c/o Trinity Baptist Church, 8899 Trinity Road, Cordova, Tennessee 38018.
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November 30, 2010
Alethea Sue Harris Weir
I really hate that I didn't work harder to get to see Uncle Roy over the past several years. He was so sweet and always knew me. I guess the last time I saw him waas when Grandma (Ruby Simmons) had died and he came to the funeral. I can remember coming to Jackson over the years and calling him while I was there. He is really going to be missed by so many. Y'all are in my prayers.
November 29, 2010
Teri Smith
Mr. Bratton was one of the kindest and most generous people I have ever met. Every time I saw him he always had a grin from ear to ear. He definitely has a special place in Heaven. You will be missed!
November 29, 2010
Jeff White
I will miss uncle Roy when i was a kid we come see you & the family you always make me smile !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank You Uncle ROY !!! WE LOVE YOU !!!
November 28, 2010
I was so sorry to hear about Roy. I worked in Personnel at DeSoto/MPI for many years while Roy was there.
Regina Chapman Morgan
November 28, 2010
Joy Williams
Cliff, we were so sorry to hear about your father. We know this has been a difficult time for you and your sister. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Joy and Don Williams
November 28, 2010
The Staff of Wright & Ferguson Funeral Home
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
November 28, 2010
Kristie Everett
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
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