Obituaries
Carl Albert Necaise
May 6, 2026
Carl Albert Necaise (“Mr. Carl”), passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. He was born on July 14, 1943, in Gulfport, MS, and was the son of Albert Milton Necaise and Elvina Deana Alexander Necaise.
Carl is survived by his wife of over 57 years, Mary Ann Ranson Necaise; his brother, David Necaise (wife Stephanie), Diamondhead, MS; and...
Jewel Davis West
May 6, 2026
Jewel Davis West, 97, of Biloxi, MS, passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, in Biloxi.
Born on July 17, 1928, to Willie Lee Davis and Bertha Jane Davis, she was the daughter of a sharecropper and developed a strong work ethic that shaped her life. She graduated from Seminary High School in 1947, where she was a basketball standout. Having...
Joan Saucier
May 3, 2026
Betty Joan Price Saucier, 74, of Biloxi, MS, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026 in the comfort of her home.
Joan was a long-time resident of Biloxi and native of Gulfport. She was a graduate of Harrison Central High School, Class of 1970, and received a Bachelors of Elementary Education from the University of Southern Mississippi, Class of 1979. Joan...
Robert Peter Difiore
May 2, 2026
Robert Peter Difiore, age 93, passed away peacefully at his residence at the Armed Forces Retirement Home in Gulfport, Mississippi on May 2, 2026.
Born in Attleboro, MA on January 1,1933 to the late John Difiore and Louise Morrell Difiore. He was the husband of the late Virginia Anne Lambert Difiore for 61 years. He leaves 4 loving sons, Richard and...
Charles Henry Rogers, Sr.
May 1, 2026
Charles Henry Rogers, Sr., 88, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Friday, May 1, 2026 in Gulfport.
A visitation will be held from 1:00 pm until 2:00 pm at Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home on Howard Avenue in Biloxi on Friday, May 15, 2026 followed by a 2:30 pm graveside service at Biloxi National Cemetery.
Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home is honored to serve the family...
Terri Lynn Mullen Langson
May 1, 2026
Terri Lynn Mullen Langson, of Biloxi, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 1, 2026 surrounded by loved ones. She was born on July 27, 1959, in Biloxi, Mississippi, to Donald J.M. Mullen and the late Vera Ann Mullen.
Terri was a proud graduate of Biloxi High School, Class of 1976. She dedicated many years of service to the VA Medical...
Russell T. Shoultz
May 1, 2026
Russell Trice “Rusty” Shoultz, age 52, passed away on May 1, 2026.
Rusty was born on August 14, 1973, in Gulfport, Mississippi to Linda A. Shoultz and Lonnie T. Shoultz. He grew up on the “Coast” and showed a passion for firefighting early in his life. He began as a volunteer fireman before he could drive and his mother would drive...
Virginia Marie Anderson
May 1, 2026
Virginia Marie Anderson, age 59, of Ocean Springs, passed away on Friday, May 1, 2026.
Virginia, affectionally know as Grammy, was born on April 28, 1967 in Tampa, Florida. She was a graduate from Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College where she earned a degree in Nursing. She enjoyed being “Grammy” to all her grandchildren. During her spare time, she enjoyed lunches...
Davis Mitchell Evans
Apr 29, 2026
Davis Mitchell Evans of Vancleave, MS passed away unexpectedly on his 17th birthday, Wednesday, April 29, 2026.
Davis was a Junior at St. Martin High School where he was active in the Marching and Symphonic Bands. He served on the leadership team as a Trumpet Section Leader. He was also a member of the H. O. P. E. Squad, and Student...
Wade Dwaine Beech
Apr 29, 2026
Wade Dwaine Beech, born December 19, 1944, to Homer and Doris Beech, passed away on Wednesday, April 29, 2026.
Dwaine was truly a jack of all trades—there wasn’t anything he couldn’t build, paint, or guide someone else to complete. A master craftsman, artist, and musician, he poured creativity and passion into everything he touched. Even in his later years, after a...
Keleal Stephen Hassin, Jr.
Apr 28, 2026
Keleal Stephen Hassin Jr. passed away peacefully during his sleep on April 28, 2026, in Gulfport, Mississippi, after a lengthy illness. He was born September 12, 1944, in Yazoo City, Mississippi, where he spent his youth and achieved Eagle Scout status. Keleal loved scouting as a young boy. Generations fondly remember “Hassin’s on Broadway” mercantile in Yazoo City.
Keleal earned a...
Billy Wayne Klein
Apr 28, 2026
Billy Wayne Klein, age 72, of Ocean Springs, Mississippi passed away on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 peacefully at home.
Billy was born on November 30, 1953 in Aynor, South Carolina to the late Howard E. Klein, Sr. and Mary T. Klein. During his spare time, he enjoyed fishing, camping under the stars and working on cars. He chose his family first,...
Stephen Robert Smith
Apr 27, 2026
Stephen Robert Smith, 69, of Gulfport, MS passed away on Monday, April 27, 2026 in Gulfport.
A Graveside Service will be held at Biloxi National Cemetery on Monday, May 4, 2026 at 11:00 am.
Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Stephen Robert Smith.
Angelina Gialone Ward
Apr 27, 2026
Angelina Gialone Ward, 94, of Ocean Springs, Mississippi, passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on May 4, 1931, in Naples, Italy, she spent her early years there before immigrating to the United States in 1957, where she built a life centered on faith, family, and tradition.
Angelina was the heart of her family—a devoted wife, mother,...
Consorcia Susie Loftin
Apr 26, 2026
Consorcia “Susie” Loftin was born on October 4, 1928, in Minalin, Pampanga, Philippines, to the late Manuel and Gregoria Lagman. She met the love of her life, Jim H. Loftin, while he was serving in the U.S. Air Force and stationed at Clark Air Base in the Philippines. Their meeting blossomed into a lifelong love, and they were married on...
James Randall Stringer
Apr 25, 2026
James Randall Stringer, age 71, of Biloxi, MS passed away on April 25, 2026.
James was born on December 14, 1954 to Charles and Levern Stringer. He was employed with the City of Ocean Springs and Coast Transit Authority. He had a kind soul and loved his family.
He is preceded in death by his parents; and by his son, Chris Stringer....
Ronald Wayne Schnoor
Apr 25, 2026
Ronald Wayne Schnoor, 72, passed away peacefully in his sleep on April 25, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s.
Ron was a respected executive in the maritime industry. He held people to the highest standard and expected excellence. He was direct, disciplined, and believed in doing things the right way.
He was a devoted husband, father, and family man....
Anna Belle Cox
Apr 25, 2026
Anna Belle Borries Cox, age 90, of Ocean Springs, Mississippi, passed away on April 25, 2026 surrounded by her family. Known and loved by all as Anna Belle, she was born on July 4, 1935, and carried a spirited and joyful nature throughout her life. She was a devout Catholic and was a parishioner at Christ the King Catholic Church.
Anna...
James Phillip Holmes
Apr 24, 2026
James Phillip Holmes, age 84, of Gulfport, MS passed away Friday April 24, 2026.
Phil was born in Pensacola, FL on April 21, 1942, and raised in Marianna, FL. In 1960, Phil joined the U.S. Navy and served in the Vietnam War on the US Forrestal. After his duty, he and his wife, Jean, settled on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. He...
Norma Jean Lamey
Apr 24, 2026
Norma Jean Lamey, age 91, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 24, 2026 in Biloxi, MS. A lifelong resident of the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Norma Jean was a woman of deep faith, steadfast devotion to her family, and quiet service to her community. She attended Sacred Heart Academy, where she graduated in 1954. Following graduation, she began her career with...
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