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William Scotty Pearson

October 15, 1943 — October 4, 2025

Ackerman, MS

William Scotty Pearson of Ackerman, MS, passed away on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at Baptist Hospital in Columbus, MS. Scott was born on October 15, 1943, in Louisville, Mississippi, to Willis and Pauline(Miller) Pearson. He was 81 years old.

Scott worked as a mechanic at various locations throughout the years before finally making the decision to purchase and operate his own business in Ackerman. He was a hard worker, not only as a mechanic, but for whatever needed to be done at home, for family, friends, and the community. Scott’s life changed tremendously after losing his wife, Brenda….the true love of his life. Scott also loved time spent with family. The grandchildren and great-grands always brought pure joy to his life.

Scott is survived by his son, Mike (Deanna) Pearson of Ackerman, MS; his daughter, Donna(Mark) Gillis of Sturgis, MS; his sister, Paula Bane of Louisville, MS; his brother, Larry (Cheryl) Pearson of Louisville, MS; 3 grandchildren, Brooke (Brandon) Mast, Anna Gillis, and Jace (Shelby) Pearson; 3 great-grandchildren, Bo Mast, Brant Mast, and JoAnna Mae Pearson. He also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews. Scott had a community of friends and neighbors also whom he loved deeply.

Scott was preceded in death by his loving wife, Brenda (Wells) Pearson; his parents, Willis and Pauline Pearson; 1 precious great-granddaughter, Ava-Lynn Mast; and 2 brothers, Jack Pearson and Terry Pearson.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, 11:00 a.m., at Coleman Funeral Home in Ackerman, MS. Visitation will be held Monday evening 5:00 till 8:00 p.m. at Coleman Funeral Home. There will also be an hour’s visitation before service time beginning at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday.

Memorials may be made to: Children’s of MS Hospital, 2500 N State St Jackson, MS 39216

OR

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation 700 Avignon Dr, Suite D Ridgeland, MS 39157

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