Obituaries

Valarie Wynn Cusick

Valarie Wynn Cusick

Nov 30, 2025

It is with deep love and profound sadness that the family of Valarie Wynn Cusick, affectionately known as Mimi, 65, of Gulfport, MS announces her passing on Sunday, November 30, 2025, in Gulfport.

She was born on December 12, 1959, in Jackson, MS to Willard T. Johnson and Lennie V. Johnson. She received her high school diploma and worked to help...

Eric Charles Chambala

Eric Charles Chambala

Nov 30, 2025

Eric Charles Chambala, 79, passed away in Gulfport, MS on November 30, 2025.

Born on November 15, 1946, in Binghamton, New York to Linda Estelle Bullock and Louis Anthony Chambala. Eric served his country in Vietnam, receiving the Purple Heart for is bravery. Eric has lived in Biloxi ever since he moved here in 2004.

He was preceded in death by his...

Rose Ann Periatt

Rose Ann Periatt

Nov 30, 2025

Rose Ann Periatt (81), our mother’s lifelong desire was to emulate Carl Fredricksen’s life (Up 2009). She felt her childhood and early adulthood were filled with too many moves. After graduating from Waite High School in Toledo, OH, she thought she was starting a Rom Com when she met the love of her life, James Raymond Periatt(deceased 2007). Jim’s decision...

Linda Raney

Linda Raney

Nov 30, 2025

Linda Raney, 81, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025 in Biloxi.

Mrs. Raney was born in Manila, Philippines on April 21, 1944.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Raney; her parents, Manuel Viray and Rosario Santos; and her sisters, Lilia Culbertson and Lydia Forlot.

Mrs. Raney’s survivors include her children, Adam Raney, Alex Raney and Amanda...

Patricia "Patti" B. White

Patricia "Patti" B. White

Nov 30, 2025

Patricia "Patti" B. White, age 100, passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025, at her home in Gulfport.

Patti was born on October 14, 1925, in Booneville, MS to the late Dr. and Mrs. John T. Barrett.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Knox White; daughter, Gloria White; her parents; sisters, Gloria Reese and Joan Roosa; and brother, John T....

Max Richard Bell

Max Richard Bell

Nov 30, 2025

Max Richard Bell, 87, of Vancleave, MS went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, November 30th, 2025. Born in Ellisville, MS in 1938, Max was a devoted husband and loving father. His journey on this earth was one marked by love, compassion, and unwavering faith in God.

Max is survived by his wife, Nora Mae Bell, four children,...

Mack Robley Broussard, Jr.

Mack Robley Broussard, Jr.

Nov 30, 2025

Mack Robley Broussard, Jr., 49, of Biloxi, MS, born March 9, 1976, passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025, in Tennessee.

Mack grew up spending his childhood on the fields and courts, playing football, baseball, and basketball. As a young ballplayer, he often asked his dad if he would ever be as good as his favorite second baseman, Marshall Eleuterius. He...

Zelma Jackson Gollott

Zelma Jackson Gollott

Nov 30, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved wife and mother. Zelma Jackson Gollott, age 87, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025 at her home in Biloxi surrounded by her family.

Born in Ocean Springs, MS on September 1, 1938, to Katie Quave Jackson and Irvin William Jackson, Jr., Zelma lived a...

Abraham Joseph Del Valle, III

Abraham Joseph Del Valle, III

Nov 29, 2025

Abraham Joseph Del Valle, III of D’Iberville, Mississippi, age 48, passed away on 29tth of November 2025 due to complications with Asthma.

Born on April 8th, 1977, in Ithica, New York, Abraham was a beloved son, grandson, brother, nephew, cousin, uncle, and friend. He touched the lives of many with his profound sense of humor, creativity, and curiosity. He loved organic...

Faith Marie Hosford

Faith Marie Hosford

Nov 29, 2025

Faith Marie Hosford, 61, of Gulfport, MS passed away on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at her home in Gulfport.

She was born on October 23, 1964, in Staunton, IL to Martha Rae Webb. She graduated from Litchfield High School and was an avid pool player and recently won her first jacket before her death. Faith was retired from Memorial Hospital. Her...

Hazel Webb

Hazel Webb

Nov 29, 2025

Our beloved, Hazel Webb, passed away on Saturday, November 29, after a short illness, surrounded by family and friends. We have lost an extraordinary, worldly, and regal woman who was dearly loved by all who knew her.

Hazel was born in London, England, and soon after her birth was sent to an orphanage in the countryside due to the London Blitz...

Elizabeth Odom Moon

Elizabeth Odom Moon

Nov 28, 2025

Elizabeth Odom Moon of West Monroe, Louisiana was born May 15, 1926, in Meridian, Mississippi and passed away on November 28, 2025.

Mrs. Moon was preceded in death by her beloved husband, John William Moon Sr.; her parents, Mr. Horace Glen Odom and Mrs. Clara Belle Lucas Odom; daughter, Judith Ann Moon; sons, John W. Moon Jr. and Glen Frederick Moon;...

Henry Kenneth "Lil Kenny" Lundy, Jr.

Henry Kenneth "Lil Kenny" Lundy, Jr.

Nov 28, 2025

It is with profound heartbreak that we announce the passing of Henry Kenneth “Lil Kenny” Lundy, age 29, who left this world on Friday, November 28, 2025. Though his life ended far too soon, Little Kenny leaves behind memories full of warmth, laughter, love, and lots of fishing stories.

Born on December 27, 1995, the baby of 7 children, Little Kenny...

Norma Louise Johnson

Norma Louise Johnson

Nov 27, 2025

Norma Louise Johnson (Antle), 80, of D’Iberville, Mississippi, passed away on Thanksgiving Day morning, Thursday, November 27, 2025. Norma was born on August 11, 1945, in New Albany, Indiana, to the late Guy Lee and Ruth Elnora (King) Antle. She loved and cared for D’Iberville.

She had a deep love and passion for crafts and decorating and even had a special...

Timothy Len Smith

Timothy Len Smith

Nov 27, 2025

Timothy Len “Timmy” Smith, born August 27, 1976 was called home on November 27, 2025 to be with his Lord and Savior, age 49, a cherished long-term resident of Biloxi, Mississippi, passed away surrounded by the love of his family. Born and raised on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Tim made his home in the Woolmarket community, where he built a...

Mary Ellen Lipely

Mary Ellen Lipely

Nov 27, 2025

Mary Ellen Lipely, age 91, born on December 5, 1933, passed away peacefully on Thanksgiving Day, November 27, 2025. She was a long time resident of Alliance, OH before moving to Biloxi, MS 10 years ago.

Mary Ellen was a former deacon at First Presbyterian Church in Alliance and attended Westminster Presbyterian Church of Gulfport, MS. She loved being a wife...

Matthew Thomas McElhaney (Matt)

Matthew Thomas McElhaney (Matt)

Nov 27, 2025

Matthew Thomas McElhaney (Matt), age 43, passed away on Thursday, November 27, 2025.

Matt was a longtime resident of Pascagoula, Mississippi, and was currently residing in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. He was a 2001 graduate of Pascagoula High School. He attended Meridian Community College, where he played tennis on full scholarship and was coached by his long-term mentor, Wanda McPhail, who had...

Rita Jean McKinney

Rita Jean McKinney

Nov 25, 2025

Rita Jean Royer McKinney, 69, of Gulfport, MS passed away on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, at Singing River Hospital Gulfport.

She was born on July 5, 1956, to Darwin H. Royer and Gertrude Thralls Royer. She worked at Sarah Scott Middle School for many years and was an amazing caregiver. She loved her grandkids and all Elvis memorabilia.

Rita was preceded in...

Ronald "Ron" Raymond Rivard Sr.

Ronald "Ron" Raymond Rivard Sr.

Nov 25, 2025

Ronald “Ron” Rivard Sr., age 79, of Ocean Springs passed away at home on Tuesday, November 25, 2025.

Born on January 15, 1946, in Framingham, Massachusetts to Arthur and Bertha Rivard. Ron attended high school in Fort Meyers graduating in 1966. After high school Ron joined the United States Air Force and served his country in Vietnam. Ron was an Electrical...

William Lamont Smith

William Lamont Smith

Nov 25, 2025

William Lamont Smith was born sleeping on November 25th, 2025, at Memorial Hospital in Gulfport, MS. Born to parents Shamia Smith and Isaiah Presley.

William was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Norman Lamont Smith.

He is survived by his loving parents, Shamia Smith and Isaiah Presley; siblings, Kamar Smith, Kailani Smith, and Jaxson Smith; grandparents, Barbara Nix, Taffedy (Scott) England,...