Obituaries

Terry Lynn Schultz

Terry Lynn Schultz

Mar 27, 2024

Terry Lynn Schultz, 66, of Gulfport, MS passed away on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 in Gulfport.

He was a wonderful husband, brother, father and grandfather.  Terry enjoyed playing sports at Gulfport East High School along with his hobbies, golf, fishing and camping.  He worked hard and played harder and spending time with friends was a favorite past time.  Terry spent a...

Harold James Maynard

Harold James Maynard

Mar 24, 2024

Harold J. Maynard “Harry J” was born in Biloxi on October 17, 1944, and passed away surrounded by loved ones on March 24, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Maurice Maynard and Rita Ransonet Maynard. He is survived by his sister, Laura Allen (Larry), two nieces, and a nephew. He was a graduate of Biloxi High School....

Jerry Lee Grissom

Jerry Lee Grissom

Mar 23, 2024

Jerry Lee Grissom, age 92, of Gulfport, passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2024.

Jerry was born on September 11, 1931 in Laurel, MS to Lois Cox Tolbert and Jay Lee Tolbert. She met her husband of 67 years, James Calvin Grissom, at the age of 22 in St. Louis, MO, where she attended college. They were married two weeks later.

Jerry...

Virgilia "Virgie" Maria Fountain Pisarich Ridgeway

Virgilia "Virgie" Maria Fountain Pisarich Ridgeway

Mar 23, 2024

Virgilia "Virgie" Maria Fountain Pisarich Ridgeway, beloved grandmother, mother, sister, and friend, peacefully passed away at home surrounded by family on Saturday, March 23rd, 2024. Virgie was born on November 27th, 1934, in Biloxi, Mississippi, to Iona Fountain Diddlemeyer. She was raised in D’Iberville and attended D’Iberville schools.  

Virgie had a lifelong passion for dancing and frequented dance clubs in...

James Jay Manly

James Jay Manly

Mar 23, 2024

James Jay Manly, age 80, of Gulfport, MS passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2024, unexpectedly.

James was born on June 23, 1943 to Burdett and Dorothy Manly.  After studying at the University of Miami,  James began a career in hotel management.  He was also a lobbyist for small businesses.

In 2022, James met his wife, Linda Ladner Manly.  He enjoyed retirement...

Katharine Lorraine Hager

Katharine Lorraine Hager

Mar 22, 2024

Katharine Lorraine Hager, age 68, of Gulfport, passed away on Friday, March 22, 2024.

Katharine was born on November 24, 1955 in Norfolk, VA and was a resident of the gulf coast most of her life. She served in the U.S. Army and retired from civil service at the Seabee base.

Katharine is survived by her long-time companion, Keats Bush and her...

Gloria Dorothy Meaut Lestrade

Gloria Dorothy Meaut Lestrade

Mar 22, 2024

Gloria Dorothy Meaut Lestrade, born in Biloxi, MS on May 11, 1928, peacefully passed away at the age of 95, on Friday, March 22, 2024. She is preceded in death by her parents, Elbert C. Meaut and Dorothy Baker Meaut; her husband, Jack Lewis Lestrade; and her brother, Elbert “Boy” Meaut. Gloria is survived by her six children, Gloria and husband,...

Richard Dennis Breslin

Richard Dennis Breslin

Mar 22, 2024

Richard Dennis Breslin, age 83, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Friday, March 22, 2024. He was born on May 7, 1940 and grew up in the small town of Gilbertsville, NY. 

He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Patricia Howell Breslin; his parents, Wilson and Bertha Breslin; and his sister, Wilma Laraway. 

Richard is survived by his children, Deborah...

Charles Early, Jr.

Charles Early, Jr.

Mar 21, 2024

Charles Richard Early, Jr., age 2, of Saucier, MS passed away on Thursday, March 21, 2024 in Mobile, AL.

Charles was born in Biloxi, MS on September 14, 2021.  He enjoyed riding his bike, playing with balls and he loved shoes.  Charles was a loving, sweet boy with an attitude.

He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Vickie Cox.  He is...

Mary Ellen Munkel

Mary Ellen Munkel

Mar 21, 2024

Mary Ellen Munkel, age 79, of Long Beach, Mississippi passed away on March 21, 2024, at her home.

 Mary Ellen Conard Munkel was born on June 9, 1944, in Fairfield, Iowa to Gordon and Ellen Conard.  She graduated from Watertown High School in Wisconsin in 1962 and attended St. Norbert College in West DePere, Wisconsin with a major in English and...

Heinz Schwarz

Heinz Schwarz

Mar 21, 2024

Heinz Schwarz, 88, of Gulfport, MS passed away on Thursday, March 21, 2024, in Gulfport.Mr. Schwarz immigrated to the United States many years ago.  He moved to Gulfport, MS in 1996.  He was active in real estate.​Survivors include his wife, Carol Schwarz; two children, Anita Curry and Kris Schwarz.There will be a graveside service on Friday, April 5, 2024, at...

Betty "Bebby" Milling Reeves

Betty "Bebby" Milling Reeves

Mar 20, 2024

Betty Lois Milling Reeves, also known as Bebby by her grandchildren, was born on December 13, 1938, in Sebastopol, MS.  She peacefully passed away surrounded by her family on March 20, 2024, at the age of 85, in Santa Rosa Beach, FL.

 Betty was a dietician and home economics teacher.  However, after her marriage, she dedicated her time to being a...

Christine B. Stewart

Christine B. Stewart

Mar 19, 2024

Christine B. Stewart of D’Iberville, MS departed this life on Tuesday, March 19, 2024. Christine was a recent resident of D’Iberville having spent the majority of her life on Cape Cod, MA and the Boston area. She was born and raised in Waban, MA where she attended Newton Public Schools and earned her teaching certificate from Suffolk University in Boston....

Linda Holley

Linda Holley

Mar 19, 2024

Linda Holley, 73, of Ocean Springs passed away Tuesday, March 19, 2024. Linda was born July 25, 1950 in Kentucky to Harold Gibson and Peggy Radetic. 

Linda was known for being a caretaker. In her free time, she enjoyed coloring and playing games and everyone loved her delicious fudge. Linda had a heart of gold and never met a stranger.  She...

Thomas Joel Embry, Sr.

Thomas Joel Embry, Sr.

Mar 19, 2024

Thomas Joel Embry, Sr, 83 yrs. old, went home to his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on March 19th, 2024. Oh, what a glorious day for him and all his loved ones that were waiting for him in heaven. 

Joel was born in Dundee, MS on October 25th, 1940. He spent time in Oklahoma as a child before the family settled...

Mr. Andrew Paul Blahut

Mr. Andrew Paul Blahut

Mar 18, 2024

Mr. Andrew Paul “Andy” Blahut, age 86 of D’Iberville, MS passed away peacefully surrounded by family and love on Monday, March 18, 2024.

Andy was born April 12, 1937 in Pittsburgh (South Side), PA, and was formerly of Eighty-Four, PA. He was a graduate of Connelley Technical Institute in Pittsburgh, PA and attended Washington & Jefferson College in Washington, PA. He...

Chad Alan Bechhold

Chad Alan Bechhold

Mar 17, 2024

Chad Alan Bechhold, 41, of Gulfport, MS passed away Sunday, March 17, 2024. Chad was born June 28, 1982 in Grand Forks, North Dakota. He was a graduate of East Grand Forks Senior High school. He served in the United States Navy for 21 years ending his career as a highly decorated chief. He was a loving father, fantastic husband,...

Andrew "DJ" Parker IV

Andrew "DJ" Parker IV

Mar 16, 2024

Andrew Parker, IV, affectionately known as “DJ”, aged 4, of Tampa, Florida, tragically passed away on March 16th, 2024, in Ruskin, Florida. Born on August 28, 2019, in Meridian, Mississippi, DJ brought immense joy and love into the lives of his parents, Andrew Parker, III, and Ashley B Parker.

From an early age, DJ exhibited an extraordinary thirst for knowledge and...

Emery David Fortner

Emery David Fortner

Mar 16, 2024

Emery David Fortner, Jr., age 72, of Gulfport, passed away on Saturday, March 16, 2024.Mr. Fortner was born in George County, MS and was a retired truck driver.A private graveside service will be held at Finley Cemetery in Gulfport. Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home, 15th Street, Gulfport is honored to serve the Fortner family.

Willard "Billy" Anderson, Jr.

Willard "Billy" Anderson, Jr.

Mar 15, 2024

Willard “Billy” Anderson Jr., age 78, of Vancleave, MS passed away on Friday, March 15, 2024.

Billy was born on February 2, 1946 in Alabama. He attended Satsuma High School in Alabama and worked at Gollott’s Transfer and Storage in Biloxi for 45 years. He enjoyed watching football and golf on TV and enjoyed going to car races with his kids....

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