Obituaries
Earl Brewer Wall, Jr.
Jun 26, 2025
Earl Brewer Wall, Jr, age 87, of Gulfport, Mississippi, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, June 26, 2025. He was a strong and loving father who modeled the care of his Heavenly Father well to his family.
Earl was born on November 1, 1937, in Osyka, Mississippi and was the oldest son of Earl “Brewer” Wall,...
Brently Harrell
Jun 26, 2025
Brently Harrell, 47, passed away on Thursday, June 26, 2025, in Biloxi, Mississippi. Born on August 4, 1977, in Pascagoula, Mississippi, Brently lived a life marked by ambition, determination, and a deep commitment to those around him.
A proud graduate of Ocean Springs High School and the University of Mississippi, Brently carried his strong will and intelligence into every endeavor. In...
Beverly Ann Bindl
Jun 25, 2025
It is with deepest sadness that we announce the passing of Beverly Ann Guidry Bindl, who died peacefully in her home on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with kidney disease. She was 76 years old.
Born on January 25, 1949, Beverly was a woman of immense strength and a true caretaker at heart. She dedicated her...
Mike "Pop" Urbani
Jun 25, 2025
Mike “Pop” Urbani, 62 of Vancleave, MS died Wednesday, June 25, 2025 in Moss Point, MS.
Mike was born on July 20, 1962 to his parents, Patricia Gamblin McElhenney and Larry Urbani in San Francisco, CA. He attended and graduated from Vancleave High School and did go to MS Gulf Coast MS in Gautier. Mike was baptized and found and was...
Buster Charles Taylor
Jun 25, 2025
Buster Charles Taylor, age 95, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, in Gautier, MS, with his wife and stepson at his side.
Mr. Taylor was born in Newport Beach, CA, on November 21, 1929. He graduated from Pierce Junior College in Los Angeles with an AA degree. Mr. Taylor proudly served in the U.S. Navy from...
Beatrice Mae "Granny" Vermeulen
Jun 25, 2025
Beatrice Mae Vermeulen, known as Bea or possibly more often "Granny", passed away on June 25, 2025. She was born on May 1st, 1945 to Ben and Hazel Blunk, who worked a farm in Coffeyville, Kansas. She was one of thirteen children. She is survived by her husband, Bill; her children, Donna, Jim and Allen; her grandchildren, James, Tré, Kegan...
Oliver Thomas "Peanut" Collier
Jun 25, 2025
Oliver Thomas “Peanut” Collier, age 81, of Biloxi, MS, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Oliver was born and raised in southern Mobile County, AL and lived in Biloxi, MS for most of his adult life. He was the fifth of thirteen children born to Arthur and Dorothy Collier. Despite completing...
Mary Bankston
Jun 24, 2025
"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." 2 Timothy 4:7.
With heavy hearts and profound sadness, we announce the passing of Mary Bankston on June 23, 2025 in Biloxi, Mississippi.
Born September 11, 1931, in Jones County Mississippi, Mary Bankston was a young avid reader. Mary would hide from her sister Doris in...
Davona "Dee" Ayn Dougherty Mitchell
Jun 24, 2025
Davona “Dee” Ayn Dougherty Mitchell, born September 20, 1965 in Harrisburg, PA, joined her Heavenly Father surrounded by family on Tuesday, June 24, 2025.
Dee spent her early years in Harrisburg, PA, Mobile, AL, Brindisi, Italy, Ocean Springs, MS and Biloxi, MS. She graduated from Vancleave High School as the class valedictorian. Dee attended The University of Southern Mississippi receiving her...
Archer Clyde Landstreet
Jun 24, 2025
Archer Clyde “Archie Man” Landstreet, age 2, of Vancleave, Mississippi, walked into Heaven hand-in-hand with Jesus on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at Children’s of Mississippi Hospital in Jackson, following a courageous six-month battle with a rare form of leukemia.
Archer was born on November 17, 2022, in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, to his loving parents Curtis R. “Rob” and Tammy L. Landstreet....
Christal "Chrissy" Spencer Dessommes
Jun 22, 2025
Christal (Chrissy) Spencer Dessommes, age 64, of Gulfport, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 22, 2025.
Born on January 5, 1961, Chrissy was a vibrant and unforgettable presence in the lives of all who knew her. From a young age, Christal displayed an extraordinary spirit, shining as an award-winning gymnast in her childhood. Later in life, she found immense joy and...
William Davis Majure
Jun 22, 2025
William “Bill” Davis Majure, age 78, passed away on June 22, 2025 at his home in Ocean Springs after a three-year battle with lung cancer.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Edwin and Vivian Louise (Smith) Majure, his brother, James Edwin Majure, and his first wife, Katherine Lynn (Webster) Majure. He is survived by his current wife, Cynthia...
William Gorenflo Curtis
Jun 21, 2025
William (Bill) Gorenflo Curtis of Ocean Springs, MS, passed away on June 21, 2025, at the age of 82.
Bill was raised in Biloxi, MS, and shared many stories of him and his friends’ adventures growing up. He graduated from Notre Dame High School in 1961, attended Perkinson Jr College and received his BS degree from the University of Southern Mississippi...
Roy Stephen "Steve" Cook
Jun 21, 2025
Roy Steven Cook, affectionately known as Steve, was born on December 6, 1955, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Steve passed away peacefully at his home in Biloxi, Mississippi, on June 21, 2025. He was a cherished member of his community and a dedicated professional who worked in maintenance within the gaming industry.
Steve was known for outgoing personality and his love for...
Theresa Esther McInnis
Jun 21, 2025
McInnis, Theresa Esther (nee Wasielak), died June 21, 2025 at The Pillars of Biloxi, MS. Terri was born January 16, 1942 in New Britain, CT, and graduated Belin (CT) High School in 1960. Terri was pre-deceased by husband James Thomas “Tom” McInnis and by parents Stephen J. Wasielak and Rita L. (nee Auclair) Wasielak. Terri is survived by her daughter...
Anna DeBoard Kirby
Jun 21, 2025
Anna DeBoard Kirby passed away peacefully on June 21, 2025 at the age of 98 in Gulfport, MS. She was born on April 15th, 1927 in Tazewell, Virginia to the late Mittie (Gore) and John DeBoard.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Alfred Kirby; a grandson, Ryan Kirby; a great grandson, Seth Kirby; and a son in...
Gary Michael Kolasa
Jun 20, 2025
Gary Michael Kolasa, 53, of Biloxi, Mississippi, passed away on June 20, 2025. No services will be held at this time, but a celebration of life will be planned at a later date.
Born on December 6, 1971, in Hampton, Virginia, Gary was the beloved son of the late Peter Kolasa & Karen Kolasa, and a cherished brother to Douglas Kolasa...
Wayne Felton Garlotte
Jun 20, 2025
Wayne Felton Garlotte, born on February 20, 1953, in Biloxi, Mississippi, passed away on June 20, 2025, in Ocean Springs, Mississippi.
He graduated from high school and leaves behind a legacy, having dedicated his lifetime career to law enforcement before retiring.
Wayne is survived by his wife, Lona Fay (Lamey) Garlotte; his brother, Ray (Beverly) Garlotte; and his daughter, Angela Garlotte Lemay;...
Dennis Wayne Crabtree, Sr.
Jun 20, 2025
Dennis Wayne Crabtree, Sr., age 78, of Ashland City, TN, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, June 20, 2025.
Born on April 1, 1947, in Owensboro, KY, Dennis was the beloved son of the late Zeffie Lee and Catherine Bicket Crabtree. He proudly served his country for 20 years in the United States Navy, retiring with the rank of...
Lillian "Lil" Vaughan
Jun 20, 2025
Lillian “Lil” Vaughan, age 60, passed away on Friday, June 20, 2025.
Lil was a longtime resident of the Mississippi Gulf Coast, living in Ocean Springs for most of her life. She was a graduate of Ocean Springs High School, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, and the University of Southern Mississippi. A friend to all who were lucky enough to meet...
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