Gerald R. Stees

Gerald R. Stees, 93, of Vancleave, MS passed away on Friday, August 14, 2020 in Vancleave. Mr. Stees was born in Harrisburg, PA and formerly resided at the U.S. Armed Forces Retirement Home. He was retired from the U.S. Navy and also from the Department of Defense as a Program Analyst. Mr. Stees was a 32nd Degree Mason, a Shriner and a member of the American Legion. He influenced many young people over the years. He was preceded in death by his wife of 43 years, Melvie Ruth Stees. Mr. Stees’ survivors include his daughter, Janine (David) Mizelle; his granddaughter, Amber (Matt) Phillips; his grandson, Zachary (Alexandra) Mizelle; and five great-grandchildren, David Isaac Jenkins, Bentley Mizelle, Greyson Mizelle, Tristan Phillips and Braelynn Phillips. In lieu of flowers the family prefers donations be made to any veteran’s organization of one’s choice. A Memorial Service will be held at Bradford-O’Keefe Funeral Home on Jim Ramsay Road in Vancleave on Wednesday, August 19, 2020 at 12:00 pm. Friends may visit from 11:00 am until service time.