Sandra Lynn

Ainsworth

Sandra Lynn Brown Ainsworth, age 80, of Bay Springs, Mississippi, passed away on November 7, 2026. She was born on June 2, 1946, in Ted, Mississippi, to the late Dewey and Effie Brown.

Lynn was a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She shared 52 years of marriage with her late husband, Douglas Ainsworth. Together, they built a life centered on family and the many years they shared.

A strong and hardworking woman, Lynn was a member of Bay Springs Baptist Church. Her faith and family were important parts of her life. She especially cherished the time spent with her grandchildren and great-grandson, who brought her tremendous joy and held a special place in her heart.

Lynn leaves behind her four children: Wayne Ainsworth, Michelle Ainsworth, Susan Hays (Johnny), and Misty Oppenheimer (Rob); eight grandchildren: Ashton Freeman (Zach), Amanda Cromwell (Tyler), Colby Stringer (Hannah), Hailey Ainsworth, Bryce Oppenheimer, Jamie Ainsworth, Brandon Ainsworth (Savannah), and Ryker Oppenheimer; and her beloved great grandson, Scottie James Freeman.

She was preceded in death by her siblings: Dot Land, Darrel Brown, Grace Nelson, Bill Brown, Wayne Barefoot, Joyce Grav, Rex Brown, and Carolyn Byrd.

Lynn's life was defined by her strength, hard work and devotion to her family. Though she will be deeply missed, her love will continue through her children, grandchildren, and great grandson, who will carry her with them in all the years to come.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at Bay Springs Baptist Church, located at: 15 Highway 528 Bay Springs, MS 39422.

Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m., followed by the funeral service at 3:00 p.m. The service will be officiated by Brother James D. Clardy, with special music by Tony Freeman.

In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorial donations be made to Children's Hospital Colorado, in honor of Lynn. Donations may be made online at: https://www.coloradogives.org/donate/Childrenshospitalcolorado.