Joseph Wharton Mouney

Joseph Wharton Mouney, 96, of Ocean Springs, MS, passed away on Monday, March 30th, 2026, in Ocean Springs, MS.

He was born on July 25th, 1929, in New Orleans, LA, to Wharton L. Mouney and Thelma Saladino Mouney. He graduated from Samuel J. Peters High School and attended Tulane University. He was a long-time employee at Standard Brands in New Orleans, LA, and later at Ferson Optics in Ocean Springs, MS, being an outstanding accountant and manager. He also worked part-time at Century 21 before retirement. He served briefly in the Air Force during the Korean War. He was a passionate and loyal Saints fan, as well as a supporter of his beloved Tulane Green Wave, no matter how good or bad they both were. Mr. Mouney’s hobbies included golf, walking, and watching his teams play football, and fixing things at the house.

Mr. Mouney was a devout Catholic who always tried to live by God’s word. He never met a stranger in life. He was a member of St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church and a 3rd degree member of the Knights of Columbus. He loved working the church fish fries during Lent and also made the best potato salad.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy O. Mouney; his parents, Wharton L. Mouney and Thelma Saladino Mouney; his brother, Dan Mouney (Rita Mouney); and nephew, Daniel Mouney.

Survivors include his daughter, Susan Major (Mike Major); his son, Joseph Daniel Mouney; his grandchildren, Angela Haygood and John J. Baum III (Megan); and great-grandchildren, Madeline, Johnathan, John IV and Shelby. He is also survived by his niece, Debbie Broussard (Mike); and nephew, Alan Kunz.

A visitation will be held from 5:00pm until 7:00pm on Monday, April 6, 2026 at Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home, Ocean Springs, MS. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11:00am on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church. Friends may visit from 10:00am until mass time. Burial will follow at Crestlawn Memorial Park.

The family would like to say a special thank you to Renee and Kala for providing love and care to Dad when he needed it the most during difficult times. Also, thank you to Neal, DeAnna, and T, and everybody at Enhabit Hospice. T, I’ll always remember how his face would light up when you walked in the room. Thank you as well to the doctors and nurses at Ocean Springs Hospital for providing care and comfort to Dad in his final days.

Dad was a very loving and wonderful husband, father, and friend. He would always make sure his family was provided for, no matter the challenge. During his final months, even though bed bound, he would always know when something was wrong with any of us and would ask what he could do to help us. He was a hardworking man but always would have a smile and kindest heart. When he met Kala, he welcomed her with the biggest hug and smile. He immediately made her feel welcomed into the family. And all those years ago Dad did the same for Renee. Dad, we love and miss you beyond words can ever express! Until we all meet again! 

Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Homes is honored to serve the family of Joseph Wharton Mouney.