Jessica Upshaw , a respected veteran lawmaker , had been battling depression . She died in her sleep on the morning of July 26 at age 51 after suffering from an apparent suicide attempt and was buried with full military honors. Gov . Phil Bryant calls Upshaw a `` unselfish and dedicated public servant . ''
Jessica Upshaw , a respected veteran lawmaker , had been battling depression . A friend says it appears she killed herself . Gov . Phil Bryant calls Upshaw a `` unselfish and dedicated public servant . ''