Obituaries
Arie Cristina Fletcher Swift
Aug 4, 2026
Arie Cristina (Fletcher) Swift, 83, of Vancleave, Mississippi, passed away peacefully at home on August 4, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. She was born on May 28, 1943, in Pascagoula, MS, to the late Andrew Roscoe and Elsie (Havens) Fletcher.
She was a lifelong member of Vancleave United Methodist Church and a member of the Order of the Eastern Star for...
Beth Koehler Witt
Aug 2, 2026
Beth Koehler Witt, 60, of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away on Sunday, August 2, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Beth was born on May 28, 1966, in Adams, Wisconsin, to Cathy Cullison. She was lovingly raised by her parents, Gary and Cathy Cullison, whose love and guidance shaped the woman she became. She shared a beautiful marriage of 36...
Duc Van Nguyen
Aug 2, 2026
Mr. Duc Van Nguyen, age 87, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Sunday, August 2, 2026.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. at Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home, Howard Avenue in Biloxi.
Funeral Mass will be held at Vietnamese Martyrs Catholic Church on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.
Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home is honored to...
Nancy Joanna Baty
Aug 1, 2026
Sadly, our beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, Nancy Joanna (Joan) Baty, 94, of Scooba and Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away after a fall on August 1, 2026, surrounded by her family.
Nancy was born on April 6, 1932, to Frank and Mary Virginia Wilson in Joplin, Missouri. She grew up during the Great Depression and always appreciated the smallest things in life....
Jonnabel Matuguina Abangan
Aug 1, 2026
Jonnabel "June" Matuguina Abangan, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 1, 2026. She was born on November 19, 1972, in Cebu City, Philippines, to Genera Lewis and the late Laudico Abangan.
June was a graduate of Biloxi High School and earned a bachelor's degree from The University of Southern Mississippi followed by a master's degree from Western Governors University. She dedicated...
Shane Massingill
Aug 1, 2026
Shane Massingill, 45, of Gautier, MS passed away on Saturday, August 1, 2026 in Gautier.
Shane was born in Ocean Springs and attended Ocean Springs public schools. He was employed as an electrician at Ingall’s Shipyard. Shane was an avid Saints fan and enjoyed golfing. He will be remembered as a devoted father and son, and generous with friends.
He was preceded...
David Lynn Crochet
Jul 31, 2026
David Lynn Crochet, age 74, of Biloxi, Mississippi, passed away on Friday, July 31, 2026.
David was born on June 20, 1952, to Gloria Cruso and Dewey Crochet. He graduated from Biloxi High School and dedicated 40 years of service to Ingalls Shipbuilding before retiring.
David enjoyed spending time fishing, especially for lemon fish, and was a devoted Elvis Presley fan. He...
Michael Eric Southworth
Jul 31, 2026
Michael Eric Southworth, 59, passed away Friday, July 31, 2026.
Though he was born in Escondido, California, he spent his early years in Montana living with his father before moving to Mississippi. Michael was a long time resident (nearly 40 years) at South Mississippi Regional Center, where the staff treated him like their own family with the exceptional love and care...
Elsie "Ruth" Zirkelback
Jul 31, 2026
Elsie “Ruth” Zirkelback, 81, of Vancleave, MS passed away on Friday, July 31, 2026 in Ocean Springs.
Ruth was born on September 1, 1944, in Sylvarena, MS. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Windsor Park. Ruth had a special love for children and spent many years working in childcare. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially traveling...
Louise Winn
Jul 30, 2026
Louise Winn, a devoted and loving mother, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, July 30, 2026, surrounded by her children.
Louise was born on February 13, 1936, in Memphis, Missouri, the ninth of nine children born to Retta Ann (Bills) Shelton and John Benjamin Shelton. She was the youngest and only daughter, growing up with eight older brothers who helped...
Candace L. Smith
Jul 30, 2026
Candace L. Smith, 79, of Gulfport, MS passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2026, in Gulfport.
Candace was born June 16, 1947, at County Hospital in Poplarville, MS. She had been a resident of Gulfport since 1969. She is a graduate of Gulfport High School and the University of Southern Mississippi with a bachelor's degree in French and English. She taught...
Judith Ann Linthicum
Jul 29, 2026
Judith Ann Linthicum, 75 of Vancleave, MS, passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2026.
Judy was born on August 4, 1950, in West Virigina. She was a loving mother and grandmother and will be missed by all that knew her. Judy lived a life rooted in love, compassion, and unwavering devotion to her family. She had a gentle spirit, a caring...
Donald Edward "Donnie" Martino, Sr.
Jul 29, 2026
Donald E. Martino, Sr., affectionately known as “Mr. Donnie”, passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at his home surrounded by loved ones.
Born on July 13, 1933, Mr. Donnie was the 13th of 16 children born to Mr. and Mrs. Anthony J. Martino, Sr. Growing up with 15 siblings in a close-knit Sicilian family, Donnie learned early on how to...
Carol J. "Maga" Seymour
Jul 29, 2026
Carol Jean Seymour, affectionately known as "Maga" by everyone who knew and loved her, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Carol was born on December 31, 1946, in Lancaster, New Hampshire, the fifth of nine children born to Carolyn Curtis and Orville Lurvey. She always joked that every New Year's Eve the...
Ila "Sue" Gladney
Jul 29, 2026
Ila “Sue” Gladney, age 91, passed away peacefully at her home in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, on July 29, 2026.
Sue was born on December 18, 1934, in Bristol, Wisconsin, to Laura and McDonough Richards. She grew up alongside four sisters and a brother. Sue later married Edwin Wayne Gladney, who preceded her in death in 1989.
Sue’s greatest pride and joy was...
Virginia Lafond Gregory Russell
Jul 28, 2026
Virginia Lafond Gregory Russell, age 70, of Biloxi, Mississippi, has passed away.
Virginia was born in Gulfport to the late Kendall Decatur Gregory M.D., and the late Virginia Danehower Gregory.
She is survived by 2 sons, 1 granddaughter, 1 brother, and 2 half-brothers.
“Sister”, as she was known to many, loved and cared for many animals throughout her life.
Any donations in her memory...
Delphine Oehms Hamilton
Jul 28, 2026
Delphine “Del” Oehms Hamilton, 64, of Gretna, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2026, after a fierce battle with cancer. She was surrounded by family and one of her pups. She was beloved by many and will be remembered for her caring heart and giving spirit. She was bigger than life in all the best ways. She loved fiercely,...
Robert Eustis McManus III
Jul 27, 2026
Robert Eustis McManus, III was born on November 19, 1951, and went to his eternal home on Monday, July 27, 2026.
Robert attended medical school in Texas and at Ole Miss. He also attended the University of Southern Mississippi for his Master of Science. Robert was of the Catholic faith.
Robert worked for Dupont for over 40 years, retiring with many distinguishing...
King Chan
Jul 27, 2026
King Chan, 85, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away peacefully on Monday, July 27, 2026 at Singing River Hospital. With profound sadness, we announce the passing of a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, and cherished uncle.
King spent many years working in the restaurant industry, where he was known for his dedication, strong work ethic, and commitment to serving others....
Pe Hang Choung
Jul 27, 2026
Pe Hang Choung, 63, of Gulfport, MS passed away on Monday, July 27, 2026 in Ocean Springs.
Pe Hang was born on January 27, 1963, in Qing Xi, Guang Dong, China, to Zhang Yuming and Yang Yu Yun. He moved to the Mississippi Gulf Coast, where he lived for the past 25 years.
Although he had no formal education, Pe Hang was...
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