Obituaries

Yvonne  Watson Bates

Yvonne Watson Bates

Sep 8, 2016

Yvonne Watson Bates, 77, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away a 1:50 pm on Thursday, September 8, 2016 at the Ocean Springs Nursing Home of Alzheimer’s. Ms. Bates was born September 27, 1938 to George William and Frances Bertha Nolen Watson. She enjoyed crocheting, sewing, putting puzzles together and Cruisin’ the Coast. She worked at P.F.G.’s and was of the...

Dorothy M Walker

Dorothy M Walker

Sep 8, 2016

Dorothy M. Walker, 85, of Gulfport passed away Thursday, September 8, 2016 in Gulfport. Dorothy loved hockey and the Red Hat Club. She was preceded in death by her husband, George Robert Walker. She is survived by her children, Thomas Conway and spouse Sarah, Steven Walker and spouse Suzanne, Deborah Engle and spouse Mark, and Douglas Walker and spouse Kennie;...

Mary Davenport

Mary Davenport

Sep 7, 2016

Mary S. Davenport, 85, of Gulfport passed away on Wednesday, September 7, 2016. Ms. Davenport was a longtime resident of the MS Gulf Coast. She was a graduate of St. Joseph in Bay St. Louis. She was a loving mother and grandmother and will be missed by all that knew her. She was preceded in death by her parents, Herbert...

Ona Lee Williams

Ona Lee Williams

Sep 7, 2016

Ona Lee Williams, age 77, of Ocean Springs, MS died Wednesday, September 7, 2016 in Covington, LA. She was a lifelong resident of the Mississippi Gulf Coast, and a graduate of St. Martin High School Class of 1957. She worked at the E.R. Moore Company in Ocean Springs, MS; her parent’s business, Page’s Building Supply, in Ocean Springs, MS; and...

Hershel Richards

Hershel Richards

Sep 6, 2016

Hershel “Rich” Arnold Richards, age 77, of Gulfport, MS, passed away Tuesday, September 6, 2016. Rich was born on March 5, 1939 in Gulfport, MS, he grew up in Woolmarket, and graduated from Woolmarket High School. He served in the U.S. Navy. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints. Rich enjoyed fishing and drag...

Iris  Puzz Vierling

Iris Puzz Vierling

Sep 5, 2016

Iris Puzz Vierling, beloved wife and mother, 90, departed this world on September 5, 2016 on her heavenly journey to again join all the members of her family who preceded her. Included are her father, Andrew Puzz and mother, Gertrude Anglada Puzz; sisters, Margaret (Tony) Rosetti, Violet (Steve) Bowen and Dale (Guy) Mansi; and brothers, Donald (Betty) Puzz, Andrew (Shirley)...

Lucien LeBlanc

Lucien LeBlanc

Sep 3, 2016

Lucien LeBlanc, age 62 of Gulfport died Saturday, September 3, 2016 in Gulfport. Arrangements are incomplete at Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home, 15th Street in Gulfport.

Rosary Schayot King

Rosary Schayot King

Sep 3, 2016

Rosary Schayot King, 64, passed away on Saturday, September 3, 2016 at her home in Ocean Springs, MS. She dedicated her life to teaching first grade in the Catholic Diocese of Biloxi. For thirty-two years, Mrs. King taught her “Turkeys” to read and to love “Sweet Jesus.” Rosary is preceded in death by her parents, Albert Schayot, Jr. and Jeanne...

Percy  H. Kaigler, II

Percy H. Kaigler, II

Sep 3, 2016

Percy H. Kaigler, II, age 77, of Gulfport died Saturday, September 3, 2016. Arrangements are incomplete at BRADFORD-O'KEEFE Funeral Home, 15th Street, Gulfport. (228)865-0090

Jean  Gwendolyn Suit

Jean Gwendolyn Suit

Sep 3, 2016

Jean Gwendolyn Suit, 90, of Vancleave, MS passed away Saturday, September 3, 2016 at her home in Vancleave surrounded by her family. Jean’s favorite pastime was spending time with her family just riding around. She also enjoyed bingo and going to the casino to eat. Jean is preceded in death by her late husband of 50 years, Francis W. Suit;...

Percy  Henry Kaigler II

Percy Henry Kaigler II

Sep 3, 2016

Percy Henry Kaigler II of Gulfport, passed away on September 3, 2016. Percy was born on August 15, 1939 in Clarksdale, MS. He was a graduate of Clarksdale High School and The University of Mississippi. As a longtime resident of Gulfport, MS, he began his career with Hancock Bank and worked for Gulf National Bank and A.G. Edwards & Sons....

Alric Joseph Knebel, Sr.

Alric Joseph Knebel, Sr.

Sep 2, 2016

Born on September 8, 1927, Alric Joseph Knebel, Sr. passed away on Friday, September 2, 2016, just a few days shy of his 89th birthday. Alric was preceded in death by his wife, Irene Thibodeaux Knebel; his sons, Randy and Ronny Knebel; and his granddaughter, Roxanne Knebel. He is survived by his sons, Alric “Ricky” Knebel, Jr., Michael Knebel and...

Larry Harold Tiblier, Sr.

Larry Harold Tiblier, Sr.

Sep 2, 2016

Larry Harold Tiblier, Sr. went to be with our Lord on Friday, September 2, 2016. A longtime resident of Biloxi, MS, Larry was a man who loved life and family. His professional life was spent as a residential painter and he enjoyed landscape painting in his spare time. Larry is preceded in death by his parents, Julius Tiblier and Vergie...

Sammy Britt Thigpen

Sammy Britt Thigpen

Sep 2, 2016

Sammy Britt Thigpen, age 70, of Gulfport died Friday, September 2, 2016 in Gulfport. Arrangements are incomplete at Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home, 15th Street, Gulfport.

Tony  Lawson

Tony Lawson

Sep 2, 2016

Tony Lawson, 44, of Wyanette, OK died Friday, September 2, 2016 in Biloxi. Arrangements are incomplete at BRADFORD-O’KEEFE FUNERAL HOME, 15th Street, Gulfport. (228 865-0090).

Tan Ly

Tan Ly

Sep 2, 2016

Mr. Tan Ly, 84, of Biloxi, MS, passed away Friday, September 2, 2016 in Biloxi. Mr. Ly was sent to Forrest Lawn Funeral Home in Covina, CA for services. The Howard Avenue Chapel of Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

William Robert Collier

William Robert Collier

Sep 2, 2016

William Robert Collier, 71, of Gautier, MS passed away Friday, September 2, 2016 in Biloxi. William was a resident of the Gulf Coast since 1995. He was a U.S. Army Veteran, serving during the Vietnam Conflict. His interests include woodworking, playing pool and country music. William loved his family and his Lord. He is preceded in death by his parents,...

Shirley B. Card

Shirley B. Card

Sep 1, 2016

Shirley B. Card, 80 of Saucier died Thursday, September 1, 2016 in Gulfport. Private services. BRADFORD-O'KEEFE FUNERAL HOME, O'Neal Road in charge of arrangements.

Emily  Ann Germanis

Emily Ann Germanis

Aug 31, 2016

Emily Ann Germanis, age 74, passed away suddenly at her residence in Biloxi, MS on August 31, 2016. She was of the Catholic Faith and attended mass at Nativity B.V.M. Cathedral and Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Emily was born in Biloxi. She attended Sacred Heart Academy and Gulf Park College. Upon graduation, she was employed as a reporter...

Robert C. "Bobby" Walker

Robert C. "Bobby" Walker

Aug 31, 2016

Robert C. “Bobby” Walker, 62, of Vancleave, MS passed away Wednesday, August 31, 2016 at Baylor University Hospital in Dallas, TX. Bobby was born June 15, 1954 in Lucedale, MS. He was a graduate of Biloxi High School and a 36 year employee with Mississippi Power Plant Daniel. Bobby was an avid fisherman and he loved spending time with his...