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Trenton Mangum Obituary
Trent attended Brandon High School and graduated with the "Class of 1987". After high school, he attended Hinds Community College in Raymond.
Trent began his Fire Service career as a volunteer with The City of Brandon Fire Department in 1999. He later became the city's 1st African American Fire Inspector.
Trent departed this life on Thursday, July 30, 2009. The Lord took his hand and led him into the light.
He leaves to cherish his loving memories, his parents, Willie Earl and Ella Mangum; one daughter, Christina M. Johnson; one god-daughter, Kyla Mangum; two sisters, Anita Mangum of Flowood, MS and Stephanie Harvey of Brandon, MS; one brother, Willie James (Paulette) Harvey of Pearl, MS; and a special friend, Essie Davis of Pearl, MS; five nephews, Kimball, Jeremy, Quincy, and Philip Harvey and Ian Dixon; three nieces, Shuntina, Khadijah, and Katlynn Harvey; one great niece, Kennedi Harvey; and a host of uncles, aunts, cousins, other relatives and friends.
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Memories and Condolences
for Trenton Mangum
Renee Taylor
July 30, 2022
Trent and I were great friends, we grew up on the same street until our adult lives. We had so much fun together. I think about him often and he is truly missed. Hold it down till I get there my friend. I love you.
panessa johnson
August 11, 2009
i will continue to keep your family lifted up in prayer, we have all lost a truly great friend.
DeShaye Barr
August 10, 2009
My thoughts are prayers go out to the family.
Keshia
August 8, 2009
Trent,was such a great friend to me i enjoyed each of our conversations together.He will be missed but never forgotten. My prayer and thoughts are with you in this time of lost.
MICHIEL HARRIS
August 8, 2009
"TRENT", WAS A GOOD PERSON! HE WILL BE GRATFULLY MISSED BY FAMILY AND FRENDS!
Renee Taylor
August 7, 2009
Trent and I grew up together and there will never be another one like him. We had many laughs and he is and was the love of my life. I'll miss you. But I will see you again.
BARBARA MAGEE
August 7, 2009
So sorry for your lost.I know you loved Trent but god loved him more.BARBARA Magee & family .
John & Tammie Logan
August 6, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. I will always remember how kind Trent was to me. He was a very special young man who is still making a positive impact on his generation. We love you.
Tasha Mosley
August 6, 2009
My Prayers and condolences are with the Mangum Family. He will always be a inspiration to all of us in the Brandon Community. Trent will be missed!
Cathy Goolsby
August 6, 2009
The celebration of life service for Trent for unbelievable. Trent was a dear friend and I shall never forget that beautiful smile. I never ever heard Trent complain once about his illness - just goes to show the kind of man Trent was - it was an honor and pleasure to work with Trent.
Nicole Stewart
August 6, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with the Mangum family. Trent was a very dear friend to me for a long time and will truly be missed. Trent was a good man and would help anyone out that he could. He will remain in my thoughts and memories forever. Thank you Trent for always being there for me. Cole
A.J. & JOY JOHNSON
August 6, 2009
TO: MR & MRS MANGUM : PASTOR A.J. & JOY JOHNSON WANT TO SAY TO YOU GOD IS ABLE TO KEEP WHEN ALL ELSE FAILS, WE TO LOVED YOUR SON AS IF HE WAS OURS, BUT WE UNDER STAND GOD ONLY WANT THE BEST, AND HE WAS THE BEST, AND OUR PRAYERS WILL ALWAYS BE FOR YOU ALL.
Miranda King
August 5, 2009
I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Trent. My thoughts and prayers are with you all thru this difficult time.May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Purvie Green
August 5, 2009
May God continue to bless and comfort that Mangum family and especially Christina. Such a huge void is felt in Brandon and Central Mississippi. Trent will be missed and any of us that knew him were blessed. He will continue to be in our thoughts and our memories. Thanks for the years of friendship Trent.
Tonya Wade-Johnson
August 5, 2009
May God's peace be upon the family, I know Trent is dancing with the angels now. I will miss his laugh, his caring spirit, and all the fond memories that I will forever hold dear.
Pastor Marcus Mann
August 5, 2009
Trent was a awesome person. He set the tone for how we should live with all fellow man. He was a good friend and He will be missed dearly. Our prayers are with his family knowing that God is able.
Shirley Porter-Harper
August 5, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Kayron James Gaddy
August 5, 2009
I am so sorry I could not make the service today but I wanted the family to know I have been praying for them during this time. Heaven has received a special angel today.
And the "Class of 1987" will miss you!!
Ivon Prewitt
August 5, 2009
My condolences and prayers go out to the Mangum family and Essie Davis. May the joyous and glorious days be remembered.
Tommy Hildesheim
August 5, 2009
May God be with the family through the hard times. I know Trent will be dearly miss, I did not know him but I am a former Fire Fighter for Robin Hood Vol. Fire Dept. and all fire fighters weather be a mn or women we are all brothers and I have to say this MAY THE LORD BLESS HIS FAMILY AND I FEEL LIKE I KNOW HIM EVEN IFI DIDNT KNOW HIM. I feel lik I can look up and he will b there looking over all FIRE FIGHTERS.
FeFe Dawson-Handy
August 5, 2009
May the memories, laughter and times you shared bring comfort and peace during this difficult time. He will never be forgotten.
Lesa Gray
August 5, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with the family of Trent. I am honored to have had the opportunity to know and grow up with "Trent" on Shelby Circle. You are in my prayers
Walt & Yvette Collier
August 5, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
Alisa Green
August 5, 2009
Trent left us with wonderful memories, a beaming smile, and an unyielding spirit. God bless and strengthen his family and friends.
Alan and Jennifer Holmes
August 5, 2009
You're family are in our prayers. May God give you the strenght during this time. I knew Trent by being in the fire dept. with him. He was a very nice person. I'm Billy and Marie's Holmes son.
Maxine Daniels
August 5, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with the mangum family. Trent I am glad I had a chance to meet you and your mother. May God continue to give the family strength in a time of sorrow.
Mynika Jones
August 5, 2009
Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.
Laron, Arleshia, Rydell, & Je'Kory Trigg
August 5, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Todd Smith
August 5, 2009
May God bless you in this time of sorrow. Trent was a good friend to work with at Jackson Mack.
marilyn horton
August 5, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Mangum family. Trent will truly be missed by his family and friends. I feel honored to have known him. I know his smile will remain in our hearts forever.
Marilyn Horton
Paula Walk
August 5, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Trent was a good person that I am glad to have known. My all the wonderful memories that you have with him carry you through the days ahead.
John McDonald
August 5, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you today. Trent was loved by so many. God Bless!!
Judy Huggins
August 5, 2009
May God bless you during your time of grief. Trent was a blessing to me and all who knew him, always a great smile for everyone.
Trent I will miss you and all you did for our community.
Shuna Fields
August 5, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with the Mangum Family. Trent will be truly missed.
Yvette McMaden
August 5, 2009
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Twana Neal-Summers
August 5, 2009
My prayers and condolences are with the Mangum Family. I will always remember Trent's smile. He will truly be missed by many of his friend.
August 5, 2009
God Bless Anita, Mrs. Ella, Mr. Willie, and Ian. Love you all and May God continue to give you strenth.
S. Holloway and Family(Brandon, MS)
Joetta Thurman
August 5, 2009
May God be with you all through your time of sorrow
Dwayne Denson
August 5, 2009
My Heart and prayers are with the family. Trent was a great person, we are all very lucky to have known him.
Robin Lackey
August 5, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss. May you find strength and comfort in the arms of our Lord, Jesus Christ.
Kenya Taylor
August 5, 2009
My prayers and condolences are with the Mangum family. Trent I will truly miss you.
Clinton Jones
August 5, 2009
My thought and prayers go out to your family.
Tabatha Webb Horton
August 5, 2009
May God continue to bless the Mangum Family. I only new Trent for a little while but he was a joy to be around always had a wonderful smile on his face and He always made me laugh.
Michael Cousin
August 5, 2009
May God keep you during this difficult time. Please know that the Mangum family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Byron Johnson
August 5, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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