Obituaries

Sabrina Renee Allen

Sabrina Renee Allen

Mar 17, 2026

Sabrina Renee Allen, age 58, of Gulfport, MS passed away on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.

Funeral service will be held on Monday, March 23, 2026 at Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home, Howard Avenue in Biloxi at 1:00 p.m. Friends may visit from 12:00 p.m. until 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at D'Iberville Memorial Park.

Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of...

Sara Taranto Miller

Sara Taranto Miller

Mar 17, 2026

Sara Taranto Miller, 65 of D’Iberville, MS passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.

Sara was a lifelong resident of the Mississippi Gulf Coast and was a pillar of its community. Sara loved her family and her friends fiercely. Her joys in life included Mardi Gras, cooking, being a Southernette member, and spending time with her seniors at...

John Larson Fountain

John Larson Fountain

Mar 15, 2026

John Larson Fountain, age 87, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 15, 2026 — a date made even more meaningful as it fell on the birthday of his beloved wife, Nelldine, a reminder to those who loved them that their bond endures beyond this life.

He was born on April 22, 1938, to Albert and Augustine Fountain.

John was a man known...

Retired MSGT Benny Lynn Stansbury Sr.

Retired MSGT Benny Lynn Stansbury Sr.

Mar 15, 2026

Retired MSGT Benny Lynn Stansbury, Sr., 85, of Biloxi, passed away at his home, surrounded by his family, early Sunday morning, March 15, 2026.

Benny was born on March 13, 1941, to Clyde and Dorothy Stansbury, and graduated from Morgan City High School in Morgan City, Louisiana. He proudly served in the United States Air Force, rising to the rank of...

Nathan Lee Canterbury

Nathan Lee Canterbury

Mar 14, 2026

Nathan Lee Canterbury, beloved son of Devin Andrew Canterbury and Miranda Joy Canterbury, was born sleeping on March 14, 2026, in Pascagoula, Mississippi.

Though his time was brief, Nathan was deeply loved and will always be remembered. He brought hope, and leaves behind a love that will last forever.

He is survived by his parents, Devin and Miranda Canterbury; grandparents Jack and...

Kenadi Paige Thornton

Kenadi Paige Thornton

Mar 14, 2026

Kenadi Paige Thornton, 5, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026 in Biloxi.

A Memorial Service will be held at Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home on Howard Avenue in Biloxi on Sunday, March 22, 2026 at 1:00 pm. Friends may visit from 12:00 pm until service time.

Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Kenadi Paige Thornton.

Larry William Brewster

Larry William Brewster

Mar 14, 2026

Larry William Brewster, 76 of Gautier, MS passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026.

He was born on March 6, 1950, in West Plains, Missouri to George William Brewster and Jean Marie Brewster. He grew up in Oregon and Nebraska and graduated from Albion High School in 1968. His passions were golf and home remodeling. His latest hobby was Genealogy. He...

Brandon K. Saucier

Brandon K. Saucier

Mar 14, 2026

Brandon K. Saucier 37 years old of Ocean Springs, MS passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026 in Ocean Springs, MS.

Born on August 2, 1988, in Gulfport, Mississippi, he built a life rooted in loyalty, curiosity, and quiet joy. He was employed by Beau Rivage Resort & Casino, where he was known for his dedication and steady presence. Outside of...

Thomas L. Beech

Thomas L. Beech

Mar 13, 2026

Thomas L Beech, age 75, of Pass Christian passed away on Friday, March 13, 2026.

Tommy was preceded in death by his spouse, Steven Beech and his parents, Wilma Beech and Leonard Beech Jr.

Survivors include his son, Glen Beech (Pam) and his granddaughters, Courtney and Caitlin Beech. His siblings include Bonnie Ladner, Donnie Beech Sr., Bobby Beech Sr., William “Mikie” Beech...

Doris Lee Daughtry

Doris Lee Daughtry

Mar 13, 2026

Doris Lee Daughtry, 77, of Gulfport, MS died Friday, March 13, 2026, in Gulfport.

Doris was born on March 1, 1949, to McEnnis and Stella Jones. She was a retired seamstress who loved, sewing, baking, cooking, traveling and spending time with family.

She was preceded in death by her parents and spouse, Dennis Daughtry, Sr.; a son, Michael J. Daughtry, identical twin...

Annie "Ann" Carroll Krause

Annie "Ann" Carroll Krause

Mar 13, 2026

Annie Carroll Herrington Krause, age 92, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2026, in Gulfport, Mississippi. She was born on April 12, 1933, in Memphis, Tennessee, where she also graduated from high school.

Ann was a beloved wife of a veteran and lived a life full of meaningful connections and joyful activities. She was a lifetime member of several clubs, including...

Alice Aminta Parks

Alice Aminta Parks

Mar 12, 2026

Alice Aminta Parks (née Deoneto), age 73, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026, in Gulfport, Mississippi. Born on October 18, 1952, in Biloxi, Mississippi, Alice lived a life filled with love, family, and cherished memories.

Alice was the beloved daughter of the late Shannon Raley Gibson and Rudolf Castillo Deoneto. She was predeceased by her husband, Mike Parks; her sons,...

Richard "Butch" Harper, Sr.

Richard "Butch" Harper, Sr.

Mar 10, 2026

Richard “Butch” Harper, Sr. 83 of Vancleave, MS passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 in Moss Point, MS.

He was a native and lifelong resident of Jackson County. He was a member of Larue Baptist Church. He was a retired carpenter from Ingalls Shipbuilding. He was a former member of the country road quartet. He enjoyed fishing.

Butch is preceded in...

Barbara Moore

Barbara Moore

Mar 10, 2026

Barbara Moore, age 93, of Biloxi, passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. 

Mrs. Moore was a longtime resident of the MS Gulf Coast. She was a loving mother, grandmother and aunt and will be missed by all that knew her.

Mrs. Moore is preceded in death by her husband, Don Moore; daughter, Deborah Junot; and siblings, Thomas Norris, Esther Moore, Jack...

Kenneth William Bagwell

Kenneth William Bagwell

Mar 9, 2026

Kenneth William Bagwell, 76, went to be with his heavenly Father March 9th, 2026 after a three-year battle with multiple myeloma. Ken was surrounded by family and friends throughout his cancer journey.

He was born in Mobile, Al. to William C. and Rebecca Bagwell and attended Murphy High School. He graduated with his bachelor’s in business administration from Faulkner University and...

Cynthia Tangney Morgan

Cynthia Tangney Morgan

Mar 8, 2026

Cynthia Tangney Morgan, 78, of Vancleave, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on March 8, 2026. She was born July 9, 1947, in Coushatta, Louisiana.

Cynthia devoted her life to caring for others through a long and respected career in nursing that spanned more than 45 years. She graduated from the LPN program at Jefferson Davis Junior College in 1966 and later returned...

Karen Lynne Gatineau

Karen Lynne Gatineau

Mar 6, 2026

The family of Karen Lynne Gatineau (Jones) of Biloxi, MS is saddened to announce her passing on Friday, March 6, 2026 at the age of 62 years. Born on November 2, 1963, Karen was preceded in death by her parents, Kermit Lester Jones and Mary Ruth Allen (Johnson); her stepfather, Vernard Leland Allen; and her dear brother, James Dale Jones.

She...

Harold Odom Ward

Harold Odom Ward

Mar 6, 2026

Harold Odom “PaPa” Ward, 93, of St. Martin, MS passed away on Friday, March 6, 2026.

He was born on October 16, 1932 in Center, MS to Homer Hutchins Ward and Frances Ruth Odom Ward. He retired from the United States Air Force after twenty-two years of service. He was employed as a Radar Supervisor for Ingalls Shipbuilding for twenty years.

He...

Patricia Diane Shoemaker

Patricia Diane Shoemaker

Mar 5, 2026

Ms. Patricia Diane Shoemaker, 72, of Biloxi, MS gained her angel wings on Thursday, March 5,2026.

She was predeceased by her parents, Emelda and Nello John Battaya; her husband, Philip W. Shoemaker; her sisters, Ida Mullen and Cindy Ferrill; her bonus sister, Bobbie Smith; her brother-in-law, Charles "Eddie" Mullen; and her grandson, Philip W. Moran.

She is survived by her daughter, Trudy...

Ernie Mae Duggan

Ernie Mae Duggan

Mar 5, 2026

Ernie Mae Duggan, 82, of Franklin Creek, MS entered into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior on Thursday, March 5, 2026, surrounded by family. Ernie was born on May 30th, 1943, to Leo and Cleo Linder in Moss Point MS. She graduated from Moss Point High School in 1961. She worked with Lewis Printing of Pascagoula for a...