William Lester "Billy" Forehand, Jr.

William Lester “Billy” Forehand, Jr., 73, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Tuesday, December 29, 2020 in Biloxi. Mr. Forehand was born in Biloxi, MS on November 26, 1947 to Bud and Eleanor Forehand. He graduated from d’Iberville High School and he was part of the chain crew at both d’Iberville High School and MGCCC. Mr. Forehand served in the USMC from 1965 – 1969. He enjoyed d’Iberville High School sporting events, playing softball and coaching youth sports. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bud and Eleanor Forehand; and his son-in-law, Alan French. Mr. Forehand’s survivors include his wife, Marlene Letort Forehand; his children, Les Forehand, Melanie French and Jeremy (Janet) Forehand; and his grandchildren, Kyle (Elizabeth) Bennett, Macey Forehand, Jacob Bennett, Lanie Forehand and Landon French. The family wishes to extend a special thanks to Dr. Pavlov, Twy and the entire staff at North Bay Family Medical. In lieu of flowers the family prefers donations be made in Mr. Forehand’s memory to one’s favorite charity. Private services will be held with interment at Biloxi National Cemetery. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at d’Iberville High School Stadium at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, January 8, 2021. Bradford-O’Keefe Funeral Home is honored to serve the Forehand family.