Obituaries

John  Bernard "JB" Illich

John Bernard "JB" Illich

Mar 24, 2020

The family of John Bernard “JB” Illich, age 98, has lost a very important part of their lives on Tuesday, March 24, 2020. JB has gone to join his wife, Florence, and his son, Dennis, in a happy reunion with God. JB was born in Biloxi, Mississippi, on February 19, 1922, served in the Navy in World War II; was...

Beryl Virginia Noble Bond

Beryl Virginia Noble Bond

Mar 24, 2020

Beryl Virginia Noble Bond, age 91, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family and loved ones on March 24, 2020. Beryl was born in Ocean Springs and was a life-long resident of the coast. She was a long-time member and Sunday school teacher at Bell Fountain Baptist Church in O.S. and was a member of the WMU (Women’s Missionary Union)....

Sheryl  (Kau) Olesen

Sheryl (Kau) Olesen

Mar 24, 2020

Sheryl (Kau) Olesen, beloved wife of Gene Olesen for 55 years, passed on Tuesday, March 24, 2020. She was born in Sheboygan, Wisconsin to Vernon and Verna Kau on June 27, 1945. She graduated from Sheboygan North High in 1963. Her first date with Gene was June 17, 1960 and they married on September 5, 1964 at US Air Force...

Joseph Robert Sabbatini

Joseph Robert Sabbatini

Mar 24, 2020

Joseph Robert Sabbatini, age 82, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2020. Joseph was born in Leland, MS on July 12, 1937 to Terzo “Buster” and Jennie Cuicchi Sabbatini. He attended Leland High School, Sunflower Junior College, where he was an All-State football player, and Delta State University, where he also played football. Joseph served in...

George "Mims" Venus

George "Mims" Venus

Mar 23, 2020

Mr. George Mims Venus, age 60 of Ocean Springs, MS passed away on Monday, March 23, 2020. Mims was born on December 16, 1959 in Biloxi, MS and remained a lifelong resident of the Gulf Coast. He was a graduate of Notre Dame High School and was of the Catholic faith. He enjoyed working on boats and anything in the...

Michael Gras

Michael Gras

Mar 21, 2020

Saturday March 21, 2020, Mike Gras, 57, passed away in his Biloxi home. Mike was born November 10, 1962 in New Orléans, Louisiana. Mike brought joy and laughter to those in his life. He was a perfectionist and made sure he did things the right way. Mike was a jack of all trades and accomplished so much in his short...

Frances  Josephine  Waltman

Frances Josephine Waltman

Mar 21, 2020

Mrs. Frances Josephine Waltman gained her wings on March 21, 2020. She was very caring, and a loving mother, friend and grandmother. She loved going to church, fishing and going to the casinos with her pockets full of nickels. She made friends everywhere she went. She loved giving hugs and talking to everyone. She lived at River Chase the last...

Howard Herbert Tirrell

Howard Herbert Tirrell

Mar 21, 2020

Howard Herbert Tirrell, age 93, passed away Saturday, March 21, 2020 in Gulfport, Mississippi. A memorial service will be announced at a later date. Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Homes, 15th Street in Gulfport is in charge of arrangements. 228-865-0090

Colonel Stanley Arthur Taylor, USAF, Ret.

Colonel Stanley Arthur Taylor, USAF, Ret.

Mar 21, 2020

Colonel Stanley Arthur Taylor, 88, passed away on Saturday, March 21, 2020 in Ocean Springs, MS. Stan was born in Lucedale Mississippi to Thomas J. Taylor and Dora Irene Tanner Taylor. He grew up and worked on the family farm from an early age. Stan graduated from Mississippi State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering in May...

Therese Geneva Swanson

Therese Geneva Swanson

Mar 20, 2020

Therese Geneva “Mama T or TT” Swanson, age 60 of Ocean Springs, MS passed away on Friday, March 20, 2020 at Ocean Springs Hospital surrounded by her children. Therese was born on January 25, 1960 to Kenneth and Catherine Swanson in Milwaukee, WS. Her family moved around due to her father being in the military, and graduated high school in...

Marilyn "Mare" Ashmus

Marilyn "Mare" Ashmus

Mar 20, 2020

Marilyn “Mare” Ashmus, age 77, of D’Iberville, MS passed away on Friday, March 20, 2020 in D’Iberville, MS. Mare was born on May 2, 1942 in Chicago, IL. She worked in the banking industry most of her life and was a wonderful daughter, mother, wife, aunt, cousin, and friend to many. She is survived by her loving & sexy husband,...

Martha  Earline Carroll

Martha Earline Carroll

Mar 19, 2020

Martha Earline Carroll, aged 71, a long- time resident of D’Iberville, passed peacefully in her sleep at her home on Thursday, March 19, 2020. Martha was born August 10,1948, in Mobile, Alabama, to Muriel Taylor Gabel and Roy H. Gabel. Martha later moved to the coast of Mississippi where she worked at her long- time job, at Keesler Air Force...

Laura Ann DeGeorge Creel

Laura Ann DeGeorge Creel

Mar 19, 2020

Laura Ann DeGeorge Creel, 83, of Biloxi, MS passed away Thursday, March 19, 2020 in Ocean Springs. Mrs. Creel was born July 29, 1936 in Biloxi, MS. She attended Sacred Heart Girls High School and was a hairdresser. She was preceded in death by her husband, George E. Creel, Sr.; her parents, Paul “Mutt” DeGeorge and Frances Runfalo DeGeorge; and...

Enedina "Neng" Jocson Warren

Enedina "Neng" Jocson Warren

Mar 18, 2020

Enedina “Neng” Jocson Warren, age 63, of Biloxi passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2020 at her residence. Neng was born on May 14, 1956 in the Philippines where she attended high school and Lorraine Technical Institute. Neng worked at Treasure Bay and Beau Rivage Casinos and was employee of the month in September 2007. She enjoyed photography, travel, cooking,...

Noel Joseph Denoux

Noel Joseph Denoux

Mar 18, 2020

Noel Joseph Denoux, Jr., 73, passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2020 at St. Joseph’s Hospice in Gulfport, Mississippi. Noel was born October 7, 1946 in New Orleans, Louisiana. He attended Martin Berhman High School. Noel attended Northeastern Louisiana University graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree. He won many sharpshooting awards. His hobbies included military miniatures and magic cards. Noel worked...

Carolyn "Lou" Jane  Kennedy

Carolyn "Lou" Jane Kennedy

Mar 17, 2020

Carolyn "Lou” Jane Kennedy passed away peacefully in her sleep on March 17, 2020 at age 84. Carolyn was born in Biloxi on November 26, 1935. She was a native & lifelong resident of Biloxi. She was a retired bookkeeper at Dels Seaway. Carolyn was preceded in death by her husband of 43 years, Conrad Kennedy Sr.; her parents, Chester...

Paul  McDuff  Allen

Paul McDuff Allen

Mar 16, 2020

Paul McDuff Allen, MD, age 77, passed away on March 16, 2020 in the Community Living Center at the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Biloxi, Mississippi. Dr. Allen is survived by his former spouse, Ms. Joan Weir Allen. He is also survived by his four sons: Dr. Mark McLean Allen (Jennifer), Barnaby McDuff Allen (Alissa), Gabriel Paul Allen (Elizabeth), and...

Tammy  Marie  Brown-Truong

Tammy Marie Brown-Truong

Mar 16, 2020

Tammy Marie Brown-Truong, age 36, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Monday, March 16, 2020. Tammy was born on September 11, 1983 in Waukegan, IL. She lived on the Coast for over 15 years and was of the Non-Denominational faith. She worked as a cocktail waitress in the gaming industry for the last 10 years. Survivors include her husband, Kevin...

Linda Diane Burra

Linda Diane Burra

Mar 16, 2020

Linda Diane Burra, age 73, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on the morning of March 16, 2020. Linda was born in Biloxi, Mississippi on February 1, 1947 to her beautiful Mother, Esther Theriot Enochs. Linda graduated from University High School in California and married her high school sweetheart, John. She had a long career in accounting in...

Dora  Alece Schwed

Dora Alece Schwed

Mar 15, 2020

Dora Schwed passed peacefully at home, Sunday morning, March 15, 2020. Her son, John, along with her daughter-in-law Renee and 3 grandchildren were by her side. Her pet “Schatzi” was nearby for comfort. Dora and her husband were longtime residents of Mississippi. She has lived with John and Renee, in their Utah home, for the past 3 years. Dora was...