Jo Ann “Nanny” Dubuisson, age 69, passed away Sunday, July 20, 2014 surrounded in love with her family by her side.
She was born in Gulfport and remained a lifelong resident of the Gulf Coast. Jo Ann was a loving mother, grandmother and “Nanny” to many children over the years. She was always there for everyone whether it was a shoulder to cry on, to make you laugh and loved you no matter the circumstances.
Jo Ann was preceded in death by her husband, Ray Dubuisson; father, Fred Duprey; mother, Catherine Kennon; Brother, Mike Duprey; and sister, Jackie Boone.
She is survived by daughters, Cathy Dubuisson, Denise Dubuisson, and Stacey (Shane) Brunson; son, Ray (Candi) Dubuisson; brothers, Jerry (Yoette) Duprey, Kenny (Aleta) Duprey, Ed (Theresa) Duprey, and James (Beth) Duprey; grandchildren, Shanna, Steven, Sean, Raehann, Dylan, Cassandra, Derek, Rebecca, Joshua, and Amber; great-grandchildren, Robbie, Evan, Emma and Jace; and a host of extended family members.
In lieu of flowers the family prefers donations to Biloxi High Schools Band Boosters, 1845 Richard Drive, Biloxi, MS 39532.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. at the Committal Shelter at Biloxi National Cemetery on Thursday, July 24, 2014. The Howard Avenue Chapel of Bradford-O’Keefe Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.