Obituaries
River Daniel Straughan
Apr 11, 2026
River Daniel Straughan, age four, of Biloxi, Mississippi, went to be with Jesus on April 11, 2026.
Born on July 23, 2021, River was a beautiful and deeply loved little boy who brought light, joy, and love to everyone blessed to know him. He radiated goodness, innocence, and sweetness in a way that made him feel as close to heaven on...
David Rufus Theroit
Apr 11, 2026
David Rufus Theriot, 56, of Vancleave, Mississippi, passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at 3:28 p.m. in Ocean Springs, Mississippi.
David was born on October 22, 1969, in Morgan City, Louisiana, to Alfred Joseph Theriot Sr. and Mae Elizabeth Hill Theriot. He graduated from St. Martin High School in 1989.
David dedicated 31 years of his life as a truck driver....
Galen Paul Doucet
Apr 10, 2026
Galen Paul Doucet, 64, of Gulfport, MS passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026 in Gulfport.
A Memorial Service will be held at Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home on 15th Street in Gulfport on Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:00 pm. Friends may visit from 4:00 pm until service time.
Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Galen Paul Doucet.
Donna Jean (Bagby) Starr
Apr 10, 2026
Donna Jean (Bagby) Starr, 70, of Biloxi, MS died on April 10, 2026, at her home.
Donna was born June 3, 1955, in St Joseph Missouri. Her parents Charles and Eva Pauline Bagby. She grew up in northwest Missouri and graduated from Ashland High School in 1974. Upon graduation she began a life of service to help the sick, starting as...
Jack Vernon Madison
Apr 10, 2026
Jack Vernon Madison, age 100, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home, Howard Avenue in Biloxi from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Jack Vernon Madison.
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Jesus Angel Pec-Xol
Apr 10, 2026
Jesus Angel Pec-Xol, of Gulfport, Passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026.
Jesus is survived by his parents, Wilmer Estuardo Pec Quileb and Flor Azucena Xol-Cuz; and brother, Grayson Estuardo Pec-Xol.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at Bradford-O’Keefe Funeral Home, 1726 15th Street, Gulfport. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. until service time....
Ross Grimm
Apr 10, 2026
Suell Ross Grimm III— beloved husband, father, brother, nephew, cousin, and friend—was welcomed into the arms of the Lord on April 10, 2026. He passed away surrounded by his cherished family, leaving behind a legacy of love and faith.
Born August 10, 1948, in Seattle, Washington, Ross had a deep love for fishing, much like the disciples he admired. He often...
Terri Lynn Husley-Crawford
Apr 9, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved sister, Terri Lynn Husley-Crawford, who left her worldly home on April 9, 2026, at the age of 66.
Terri was born on February 1, 1960, and lived a life filled with love, dedication, and unwavering devotion to her family. She was a cherished sister, aunt, and friend whose warmth, kindness,...
John Henry Oehms
Apr 9, 2026
John Henry Oehms "Shorty" passed away peacefully on April 9, 2026, with family at his side. Johnny was born in Biloxi, MS on October 20, 1956. He was raised on “the Point” and called Biloxi home his entire life. Johnny was never happier than when he was on the water. He grew up shrimping with his Daddy from an early...
Patricia Jean Falany
Apr 8, 2026
Patricia Jean Falany, 77, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2026.
A graveside service will be held at the Biloxi National Cemetery at a later date.
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Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Homes is honored to serve the family of Patricia Jean Falany.
John Wesley Shannon
Apr 7, 2026
John Wesley Shannon, 92, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. He was born on November 23, 1933, in Barre, VT to Arthur Earl Shannon and Alice May Shannon. He served as a Staff Sergent in the United States Air Force. He attained a master’s degree in business administration. He was employed for twenty-five years as...
Craig Richard Balius, Sr.
Apr 7, 2026
Craig Richard Balius, age 66 of Biloxi, MS passed away on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at his home in Biloxi with his family by his side.
Craig was born July 28, 1959 in Biloxi, MS and graduated from Biloxi High School Class of 1977. He was a retired City of Biloxi Firefighter. Craig loved fishing, traveling and watching the sun rise...
Andra June Mladinich
Apr 6, 2026
Andra June Mladinich, age 66, of Biloxi, passed away peacefully in her home on Monday, April 6, 2026.
Andra was a lifelong resident of Biloxi and never felt drawn to live anywhere else, it was her home. She was a graduate of Sacred Heart Girls High School. She was a proud member (since 1982) of the Gulf Coast Orchid Society and...
Mark Christopher Sansing
Apr 6, 2026
Mark Christopher Sansing passed away peacefully on April 6, 2026, in Gulfport, MS surrounded by loved ones. Born on January 18. 1960, Mark led a remarkable life serving our county for 26 years. He graduated from Mississippi State University with a bachelor’s degree in agriculture and later received a master’s degree in management.
He served honorably in the Army Special Forces,...
Joseph Dwayne Plylar
Apr 5, 2026
With a heavy heart, our family announces the passing of Joseph Dwayne Plylar, loving known as “Joey” or “JoJo”. The Lord received him on April 5, 2026 from his home with his wife, Lorna, by his side.
Joey was born on September 3, 1960 in Biloxi, MS to Clara Louise Suarez Plylar and Thomas Christian Plylar, Sr. He was the youngest...
Thelma Mae Roberts
Apr 5, 2026
Thelma Mae Roberts, 88, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Sunday, April 5, 2026 in Ocean Springs.
Thelma was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. She loved to make everyone laugh! Thelma was a very good cajun cook and she loved having her family over every Sunday for lunch. Any Sunday, if you passed her house, it looked like a...
Connie Kay Pickich
Apr 5, 2026
Connie Kay Pickich, 77, of Biloxi, Mississippi, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, April 5, 2026.
Connie was born on August 16, 1948, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to Gloria Foehl and Charles Peach. She was a graduate of Biloxi High School and spent her career working as a Harbor Master. Connie was known for her strong work ethic and dedication...
Bertie "Birdie" Marie Evans
Apr 4, 2026
Bertie "Birdie" Marie Evans, 94, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2026 at Singing River Hospital, Ocean Springs, MS.
She was born on August 26, 1931 in Piggot, Arkansas to James Andrew Jackson and Sarah Ann Forest. She graduated High school. She enjoyed gardening.
Birdie was preceded in death by her parents, James Andrew Jackson and Sarah Ann...
Will Brown
Apr 4, 2026
Will Robertson Brown, 59, of Biloxi, MS passed away Saturday, April 4, 2026. He was born March 23, 1967 to John C. Brown, Sr. and Mollie Bang Brown.
Will attended St. Martin Schools until the 8th grade. Later, he obtained his GED. He worked at Bradford-O’Keefe Funeral Home and in his free time, enjoyed fishing.
He is preceded in death by his...
James Louie "Jim" Hodge
Apr 4, 2026
James Louie “Jim” Hodge, 87, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2026.
Jim was a hardworking and dedicated man who took great pride in owning and operating his construction company, Continental Aluminum. Through his work, he built more than a business – he built a legacy of determination, strength and commitment that will be remembered by those who...
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