Jamal Nathaniel Ussery

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the departure of our beloved Jamal Nathaniel Ussery, born on December 27, 2001, in Austin, Texas. Leaving us far too soon on August 5, 2026, Jamal resided in Manor, Texas, and held a special place in the hearts of all who knew him. In the words of Maya Angelou, "People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." This sentiment rings true for Jamal, whose warm spirit and genuine kindness left an indelible mark on everyone he met.

Jamal was a free spirit who dedicated his time to his passions. Cooking was one of Jamal's many talents, especially his signature dish—cornbread with enchiladas that family and friends will remember fondly. He loved the camaraderie of playing video games. Jamal also found solace in fishing, a pastime that connected him to the simplicity and tranquility of the country. He enjoyed his life being around his brothers and sisters doing different things while growing up, and he truley did love his family. As American author Richard Brautigan once said, "I've always liked fishing because it's a way of relaxing and
escaping from reality."

Jamal is preceeded in death by his grandmother, Mary Buchanaan, his cousins, and other family members.

Jamal is survived by his loving father, Jesse Ussery; his caring mother, Cristal Cordell; his brothers, Joseph Cordell, Carlos Cordell, and Jeremy Scott, all of Austin; two sisters, Jasmine Ussery (Josh) of Belton, Texas, and Selena Sharpe (Levi) of Austin, Texas; and his cherished grandma, Ruth Hodges. Their lives are forever enriched by Jamal's presence and
forever marked by his absence.

Let us honor Jamal by sharing our memories and love for him,
forever cherishing the time we had with him.