Celebration Service Honoring the Life of Rita Creel Lott

Rita C. Lott, 82, joined her Heavenly Father on Sunday, October 25, 2026. She passed away in Jackson, MS. There will be a celebration of life service at Crossgates Baptist Church on Monday, November 2, 2026, at 2:30 pm, with visitation from 1:00 until 2:15 pm. 

Throughout her life, she was a beautiful reflection of her faith. It was not simply something she professed, but something she lived through her kindness, compassion, generosity, and love for others.

Survivors include her husband, Tommy D. Lott; daughter, Tonya Myers of Brentwood, TN; son, Tony Alexander (Gwen) of Philadelphia, MS; stepson, Patrick Lott of Clinton, MS; former daughter-in-law, Julie Suggs; four grandchildren, Joshua Myers (Haley) of the Netherlands, Jade Alexander of San Diago, CA, Casey Lott of Clinton, MS, and Caitlyn Lott Dabbs (Dawson) of Clinton, MS; two great grandchildren, Peter Myers and Dorothy Myers; she is also survived by her sister, Peggy Clark (Ted) of Madison, MS. She was preceded in death by her parents, William Finley Creel and Allie Mae Byram Creel.

In lieu of flower, memorials may be made in Rita's memory to the Crossgates Food Pantry, 8 Crosswoods Road, Brandon, MS 39042 or www.crossgates.org/give.

Rita Creel Lott was a woman of unwavering Christian faith, boundless love, and a servant’s heart.

“Well done, thou good and faithful servant.” — Matthew 25:21

Rita will be deeply missed, forever loved, and always remembered.