Ernest R. Dearman, Sr.

Mr. Ernest R. Dearman, Sr., 71, of Biloxi, MS, passed away Monday, August 6, 2012, in Biloxi. Mr. Dearman was born in Hattiesburg and had been a resident of Biloxi for the past 10 years. He was a U. S. Navy Veteran. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather who will be greatly missed. He was preceded in death by his wife, Judy Dearman. Survivors include his companion, Ethel Tina LeDoux; daughter, Deana Raye Dearman; four sons, Ray (Paula) Dearman, Jr., Jason (Jennifer) Dearman, Shannon Dearman and Mark Dearman; daughter-in-law, Andraya Catchot; two brothers, David Dearman and Ed Dearman; and nine grandchildren. Visitation is Tuesday, August 7, 2012, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home, 2511 Pass Road, in Biloxi. Graveside services will be Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. at Biloxi National Cemetery with military honors.