Obituaries

David Michael Harendza

David Michael Harendza

Jan 19, 2021

It is with profound sadness that the family of David Michael Harendza shares the news of his passing on January 19, 2021, at the age of 69, after a difficult struggle with early onset Alzheimer's. David was born in Binghamton, New York, on March 12, 1951, to Mike and Maisie Harendza. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother...

Thomas L. Anderson

Thomas L. Anderson

Jan 19, 2021

Thomas Lawrence Anderson, age 62, passed away on Tuesday, January 19, 2021. Thomas was born on February 3, 1958 in Conway, SC to Dr. Thomas J. and Katherine Anderson. He was a former resident of Laurel, MS and a graduate of the University of Mississippi. Thomas was employed at WLOX for over 30 years where he worked in production. He...

Robert Alonzo Fayard

Robert Alonzo Fayard

Jan 19, 2021

The day after his 84th birthday Robert, “Bob”, “Rock” Alonzo Fayard III, of Ocean Springs, MS passed into the promised care of his savior Jesus Christ, having placed his faith and trust in Him. Robert was born on January 18, 1937, in Biloxi, MS to R. A. Fayard and Joan Ella Broussard Fayard. Robert grew up working under the tutelage...

Shari Lynn Summers

Shari Lynn Summers

Jan 19, 2021

Shari Lynn Summers, 60, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 in Biloxi. Ms. Summers was born in Wabash, IN to Jack and Lenna Summers. She was a D’Iberville High School graduate. She was preceded in death by her parents; her stepfather, Donald Cox; and her brother, Harold Osborn. Ms. Summers’ survivors include her daughter, Amanda Alford;...

Thomas Edwin "Eddie" Hair

Thomas Edwin "Eddie" Hair

Jan 19, 2021

Thomas Edwin “Eddie” Hair, age 65, passed away on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 in Biloxi. Thomas was born on January 23, 1955 in Gulfport, Mississippi. He retired from Mississippi Power after 37 years of dedicated service. He loved to play golf with his buddies, go to Disney World with his beloved wife, and host pool parties with family and friends....

Mary Susan Burke

Mary Susan Burke

Jan 18, 2021

Mary Susan Burke, born March 5, 1943 in Norwich, CT., passed peacefully in her sleep Monday evening January 18, 2021 in Orange Park, Florida. Mary was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was an Elvis enthusiast and a professional at crocheting. She raised her family along the Mississippi Gulf Coast but later in life became a resident of Quincy,...

Cletus Glay Babin

Cletus Glay Babin

Jan 18, 2021

To avoid turning 91, Cletus Glay Babin "Poppy" passed away peacefully on January 18th, 2021. Cletus had a heart attack on Sunday night, in the middle of the Saints game, like we all almost have many times. On earth, Cletus will be greatly missed by his better half and favorite dance partner, Sandy Delia, fur daughters Izzy and Lulu ("the...

Glenda Aileen Dawkins

Glenda Aileen Dawkins

Jan 18, 2021

Glenda Aileen Dawkins, age 87 passed away on January 18, 2021 at Ocean Springs Hospital. She was born in Louin, MS on December 15, 1933. She graduated with honors from Hickory High School in Hickory, MS. She and her husband, Robert, moved to the coast with their first daughter, Mirinda, for Robert’s new job opportunities at Ingall’s shipbuilding. They later...

Mary "Lucy" Thompson

Mary "Lucy" Thompson

Jan 18, 2021

Mary Thompson, age 86, passed away on Monday, January 18, 2021. Mary was a lifelong resident of the Gulf Coast. She was born on March 31, 1934 in Brooklyn, MS to Kenneth and Elnora Martin. Mary was a loving mother and grandmother. She enjoyed taking care of her family and reading. Mary was preceded in death by her parents; husband,...

Sylvia Ann Galuksi

Sylvia Ann Galuksi

Jan 17, 2021

Sylvia Ann Schall Galuski, age 77 of Vancleave, MS passed away on January 17, 2021. She was born on February 25, 1943 to Robert Lee Schall and Vera Smith. She was a native of Indiana but has been a resident of the Coast for over twenty-five years. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Ocean Springs and a...

Moseley Allen Mallette

Moseley Allen Mallette

Jan 17, 2021

On the morning of January 17, 2021, Moseley Allen Mallette, loving husband, father of five and cattleman, passed away at the age of 90 years old. Mose was born on August 31, 1930, in Vancleave, MS to Harry Mallette and Jane Mallette. He was a lifelong resident of Vancleave so it was only natural he would reside and raise a...

Curtis Arthur Felsher

Curtis Arthur Felsher

Jan 17, 2021

Mr. Curtis Arthur Felsher passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on January 17, 2021. He was born November 14, 1932 in Woolmarket and graduated as Salutatorian from Woolmarket High School, class of 1950. He was a member of Coalville United Methodist Church. He served in the Army during the Korean War. He worked for Western Electric/AT&T for...

Diana Teraesa Maricich

Diana Teraesa Maricich

Jan 17, 2021

Diana Teraesa Maricich, 34, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Sunday, January 17, 2021 in Gulfport. Diana was a native and lifelong resident of the coast. She graduated from Biloxi High School and from MGCCC with her Electrician Certificate. Diana was employed with Bob Singh at Subway restaurants for 16 years. She loved music and dancing, but most of all...

Pamela Anne Mitchell Walker

Pamela Anne Mitchell Walker

Jan 17, 2021

Pamela Anne Mitchell Walker, 64 of Gulfport, MS, passed away Sunday, January 17, 2021. Pam was a native of Holly Springs and longtime resident of Gulfport. She graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in English and a minor in Journalism from the great University of Mississippi in 1978. She began her career teaching in 1979 in Batesville, MS but spent the...

Joe Edward Jackson

Joe Edward Jackson

Jan 16, 2021

Joe E. (Jay) Jackson left this earth on January 16, 2021. Joe was born in Finley, TN to Lester Wiley and Maggie Mozell (Hudson) Jackson. He was preceded in death by both parents and a stepfather, Ben Pugh. The last son of a large country family, Joe was preceded in death by 9 brothers and sisters: Blanche (Dood) Pride, James...

Delano "Theo" Goodwin

Delano "Theo" Goodwin

Jan 16, 2021

Delano “Theo” Goodwin, 75, of Biloxi, MS, passed away on January 16, 2021 at Canon Hospice in Gulfport, MS. He was preceded in death by his parents, Willo and Lorena Goodwin; five brothers; and one sister. He is survived by his wife, Nanette Beach Goodwin; son, Theo Goodwin, Jr.; daughter, Melissa Goodwin Tracy; sister, Sara Brumley; four grandchildren, Weston, Amber,...

Charles "Chuck" Arthur Collmer

Charles "Chuck" Arthur Collmer

Jan 15, 2021

Charles “Chuck” Arthur Collmer of Pascagoula, MS, passed away on January 15, 2021 at the age of 66 after a hard-fought battle with COVID-19. Chuck was born in New Orleans, LA, to parents Charles and Leonie Collmer. He had two sisters, Noel Collmer Smith and Susan Collmer Spratley. After spending most of his childhood growing up in Pascagoula, he graduated...

Lisa Marie Duke

Lisa Marie Duke

Jan 15, 2021

Lisa Marie Duke, age 44, passed away Friday, January 15, 2021. Lisa was born in Houston, Texas. She lived on the coast for a number of years. She was a homemaker, and employed at McElroy’s in Ocean Springs as a waitress for a couple of years. She attended schools in Texas and graduated in Lucedale. Lisa was a loving daughter,...

Dona Lou Johnson Pack

Dona Lou Johnson Pack

Jan 14, 2021

Dona Lou Johnson Pack, age 83, of Saucier, MS, died Thursday, January 14, 2021 in Saucier. Dona was born in Saucier and was a lifelong resident of the Coast. She was retired from Ingalls Shipbuilding. She loved all her family and enjoyed spending time with them. She was preceded in death by her parents Isaac and Laura Johnson, husband Lonnie...

Elanor "Anne" Davis Bass

Elanor "Anne" Davis Bass

Jan 14, 2021

Elanor “Anne” Davis Bass, 60, of Vancleave, MS, passed away on January 14, 2021. Anne was a native of Vancleave, MS, where she lived all of her life. She graduated from Vancleave High School and went on to manage the Sherwin-Williams paint store in Pascagoula, MS, and most recently was a customer sales associate at the Ocean Springs Walmart. Anne...