Obituaries
George Vaughn Taylor
Jan 5, 2025
George Vaughn Taylor “Pa”, age 61, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025.
George was preceded in death by wife, Cora Taylor.
He was born in Carter, Tennessee on October 27, 1963. He was a family man and enjoyed being with his grandkids. George served in the Navy. He was employed with Ocean Springs Walmart.
George is survived by...
Frank "Butch" Eldridge
Jan 5, 2025
Retired TSgt Frank “Butch” Eldridge, age 84, of Saucier, MS passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2024 with his wife at his side.
He was born in Independence, LA on April 29, 1940. He grew up in Spring Creek and Kentwood, LA until enlisting in the US Army after graduating from high school.
Frank served in the US Army for 6 years...
Sarah Rebecca Fikes "Becky"
Jan 5, 2025
Sarah Rebecca Fikes “Becky”, age 63, of Gulfport, MS passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025.
Becky was born in West Marrero, LA on May 3, 1961 to parents, Angelina and H.L. Strickland Jr. She attended Northeast Jones Highschool, Jones County Junior College, and USM.
She was a proud miliary homemaker and spouse. She loved music and fishing.
Sarah is preceded in death...
James "Jimmy" Lively Sr.
Jan 4, 2025
James "Jimmy" "Ace" Lively entered into eternal rest on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at the age of 79. Jimmy was born in Biloxi, Mississippi, on April 24, 1945, to John O. Lively, Sr. and Susan Garcia Lively.
He is preceded in death by Joan Tapper, Florence Garner, Mary Hedgecoth and John O. Lively, Jr.; his son, Kevin Lively; and nephew, Clinton...
Patricia Ann Flowers
Jan 3, 2025
Patricia Ann Flowers, 83, of D'Iberville, MS passed away Friday, January 3, 2025. She was born May 20, 1941 in St. Louis, MO to Robert and Gertrude Larkey.
Patricia was the first in her family to go to college. She became a registered nurse. As a young adult, she loved horseback riding and throughout her life, she had a love for...
Lois Maxine Gandy
Jan 3, 2025
Lois Maxine Gandy, age 89, a longtime resident of D’Iberville, Mississippi, was welcomed into the arms of her loving Savior on Friday, January 3, 2025.
Maxine was born to Edgar and Lessie McDonald in Preston, Mississippi, on October 17, 1935. She grew up in a loving Christian home where she worked the family farm with her brothers and sisters. She attended...
Ingeborg "Inga" Irene Boone
Jan 2, 2025
Ingeborg “Inga” Irene Boone, 90, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away Thursday, January 2, 2025. She was born May 28, 1934 in Baesweiler Aachen, Germany.
She is preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Roy E. Boone.
Survivors include her children, Roy E. Boone, Jr. and Ruthie I. Bell; grandchildren, Katherine “Katie” Boone, David Boone, Melinda Ferguson, Haley Dails, Joshua...
Darrell "Trent" Broome
Jan 2, 2025
Darrell “Trent” Broome, 58, of St. Martin, MS, went into the arms of the Lord on January 2, 2025. He was born in Petal, MS to the late Alice Tyner Maloney and Floyd Daniel Broome on January 13,1966.
He attended St. Martin High School and worked in the construction industry for over 30 years, sometimes alongside his dad and brothers, with...
Victoria Boudwin Manderson
Jan 2, 2025
Victoria Boudwin Manderson, age 73, of Coaling, Alabama, passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2025.
Mrs. Manderson grew up in Biloxi, Mississippi, until she settled in Coaling, Alabama, with her husband, David Manderson. She graduated from Biloxi High School and later pursued a bachelor’s degree from Stillman College. In her free time, she loved to garden, paint, crochet, and read. She...
Sharon Ann Hunter
Jan 2, 2025
Sharon Ann Hunter, 64, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2025.
She was born Sharon Ann Wood on February 19, 1960, in Kenosha, Wisconsin.
Sharon was a fighter throughout her life, having endured many challenges. She was an example to her loved ones because of her resilience and her ability to stay positive and loving throughout the worst...
Susan Adele Farley
Jan 2, 2025
Susan Adele Farley, age 84, of Latimer, MS passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2025.
Mrs. Farley was originally from Rush, NY and a recent resident of the MS Gulf Coast. She moved from Auburn, CA with her husband, Anthony Farley, in 2022. She was a graduate of Rush-Henrietta High School in Rush, NY and took several continuing education courses while...
Louis Anthony Vassalli, Sr.
Jan 1, 2025
Louis Anthony Vassalli, Sr., 82, of St. Martin passed away on Wednesday, January 1, 2025. He was born in Biloxi, graduated from St. Martin High School, and lived out his life as a resident of St. Martin.
Louis was an employee of Ingalls Shipbuilding for thirty-two years upon retirement. He was a dedicated Shriner for over thirty years. Louis loved participating...
Carol Ann Sanford Fullilove
Jan 1, 2025
This may be a bit unusual, but who wants to be ordinary, especially when talking about someone so extraordinary. My wife, Carol Ann Sanford Fullilove, was taken home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, peacefully on Wednesday January 1, 2024 at 2:45 p.m. After battling cancer for over ten years, she is now free of pain, receiving...
Deborah "Debbie" Lynn Wren
Dec 31, 2024
Deborah "Debbie" Lynn Wren, age 64 of Bay Minette, AL, passed away on December 31, 2024. She was born Deborah Lynn Marchitto on December 6, 1960, in Biloxi, MS. A proud graduate of Ocean Springs High School, Class of '79, Debbie was known for her vibrant spirit and dedication to her family and community. One of her cherished accomplishments was...
Libia Martinez Brockhoeft
Dec 31, 2024
Libia "Libby" Martinez Brockhoeft, age 73, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2024, at her home in Gulfport, Mississippi, surrounded by her loving family.
Libby was born on May 8, 1952, in Manhattan, New York. She spent her childhood in New Orleans, Louisiana, and later resided in 9 Mile Point, Louisiana, before retiring to Gulfport.
She was predeceased by her beloved husband,...
Frankie Vaughn
Dec 31, 2024
Frankie L. Vaughn, Ret. TSGT USAF, age 88 of D’Iberville, MS passed away peacefully at Ocean Springs Hospital on Tuesday, December 31, 2024.
Born in Arkansas, he traveled the world while serving his country in the United States Air Force for 22 years. He made Biloxi his home after being stationed here in 1970. Throughout his life, he enjoyed fishing, boating...
Sandra Eucaris Mejias
Dec 30, 2024
Sandra E. Mejias (Sandra Guerra), born on April 19, 1965, in David, Chiriquí, Panamá, peacefully departed this life on December, 30th, 2024 at the age of 59. A beloved Ocean Springs, Mississippi resident, for the past 16 years, Sandra’s life was a testament to hard work, love, and joy.
She was the cherished daughter of José Abelardo Guerra Espinoza and Cedoina...
Mary Elizabeth Cvitanovich
Dec 30, 2024
Most perfect sweetheart, Mary Elizabeth “Mary Beth” Cvitanovich, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Monday, December 30, 2024.
Mary Beth was born on April 27, 1995, in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, to Tony and Ellen Cvitanovich. Like all her family members, Mary Beth possessed the quality of tenacity. She had a courageous persistence in her 29 years of life to...
Jacqueline "Jackie" Marie Wescovich
Dec 29, 2024
Jacqueline “Jackie” Marie Wescovich, 55, of St. Martin, MS passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2024 in St. Martin.
Jackie was born on June 23, 1969 in Chattanooga, TN to Jerry Davis and Marie Myrick Pardue. She attended Baton Rouge and Ocean Springs High Schools. Jackie was formerly employed with Quality Seafood, Lowe’s and Camping World. She enjoyed fishing boating, watching...
Father John James Kelly
Dec 29, 2024
Father John J. Kelly, 88, of Biloxi, peacefully passed away on December 29, 2024, following a brief illness.
A devoted servant of the Catholic Church, Father Kelly dedicated his life to faith, family, and fostering connections between his beloved Ireland and the United States.
Born on June 23, 1936, at Falnashamer House in Ballintogher, County Sligo, Ireland, Father Kelly faced an early...
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