Obituaries
Debra Ann Helveston
Nov 10, 2016
Debra Ann Helveston, age 65, of Gulfport died Thursday, November 10, 2016 in Gulfport. She was born in Gulfport and was a lifelong resident. Debra enjoyed her family, friends, gardening and pets. She will be missed by all. She was preceded in death by her mother, Ami Beebe Bussolati. Debra is survived by her son, Stanley James Helveston; a brother,...
Mary Collins Wilson
Nov 8, 2016
Mary Collins Wilson was called home to her Savior on Tuesday, November 8, 2016. She was born on Sept 2, 1926 in Biloxi, Mississippi to William J. and Augustine O’Donnell Collins. Mary was a graduate of Sacred Heart Academy, Biloxi and St. Mary’s Dominican, New Orleans. After her marriage to Dick Wilson on April 25, 1953 at Nativity B.V.M., Biloxi,...
Phyllis Durtka
Nov 8, 2016
Phyllis Durtka, of Ocean Springs, Mississippi died of natural causes Tuesday, November 8, 2016 at the Ocean Springs Hospital. Born in Chicago, Illinois, January, 25, 1926, to Felix and Kathryn Woloszkiewicz, Phyllis was a devout Catholic, loving wife, mother, grandmother and kindred spirit to everyone she met. She loved reading her Bible and murder mystery books, writing cards to her...
Madge B. Lester
Nov 5, 2016
Madge B. Lester, age 83, of Diamondhead passed away Saturday, November 5, 2016 in Gulfport. She was born in Athens, LA and had been a resident of the Gulf Coast since 1989. She was Baptist. Mrs. Lester is survived by her husband, Marvin E. Lester of Diamondhead; a son, Mark E. Lester (Lea) of Diamondhead; and a grandson, Michael E....
Harry Earl Jones
Nov 5, 2016
Harry Earl Jones, 92, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 5, 2016, at his home at The Trace in Covington, Louisiana. Mr. Harry was born in Biloxi, Mississippi, on October 8, 1924. He graduated from Biloxi High School and was inducted in the Navy on July, 1943, as a Medic. He served on Normandy Beach and in the Pacific during...
David Asher Harris
Nov 4, 2016
David Asher Harris, MD of Vancleave, MS, died Friday, November 4, 2016, at the age of 60 after a two-year battle with sarcoma. David was born July 17, 1956, in New Rochelle, NY. In 1964 his family moved to Greenwood, MS. He graduated high school in 1974 as Class President, went to Emory University, then to the University of Mississippi...
Ilona Z Gawkowski
Nov 3, 2016
Ilona Z. Gawkowski, age 96, of Gulfport passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, November 3, 2016. She is preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Col. Paul Gawkowski. She is survived by her two children, Harry Gawkowski of West Palm Beach, FL and Paulette Kergosien of Gulfport; her three grandchildren, Lee and Jeff Christiansen of Georgia...
Walter Francis Moore
Nov 3, 2016
Walter Francis Moore, 86, of Biloxi MS, was called home to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 3, 2016. He was born on August 12, 1930, in Philadelphia, PA. Walter was a retired Tech Sergeant with the Air Force, and he also was a retired teacher and counselor with the school systems. He was a beloved husband, father, and...
Nadeyda Phillips
Nov 2, 2016
Nadeyda Phillips, 78, passed away peacefully in her home on November 2, 2016 surrounded by her devoted family. She was a loving mother, wife, sister, grandmother, and friend. She was known for her caring heart and willingness to always lend a helping hand to others. Nadeyda will always be remembered for her outgoing personality and contagious smile. She was one...
Robert F Bates
Oct 31, 2016
Robert F. Bates, 79, of Brewton, AL died Monday, October 31, 2016 in Brewton. A graveside service will be held Tuesday November, 15, 2016 at 2:30 p.m. at Biloxi National Cemetery with honors by the U.S. Navy. BRADFORD-O'KEEFE FUNERAL HOME, 15th Street, Gulfport is in charge of arrangements.
Mary Nanelle Fleming
Oct 30, 2016
Mary Nanelle Fortenberry Fleming, age 88, passed away on Sunday, October 30, 2016 in Gulfport. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Eckie Fortenberry; and her brother, William “Pete” Fortenberry. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Dolan C. Fleming; her daughter, Merri Lynne (Jim) Booth; her grandson, Connor Booth; her sister-in-law, Bennie Jean...
Betty Maples Tyndall
Oct 29, 2016
Betty Maples Tyndall, age 68, of Vancleave, MS, passed away in her home on Saturday, October 29, 2016, surrounded by family and friends. Betty was a Godly woman of unwavering faith and is no doubt dancing with her Savior in a body free of pain and sorrow. Betty was a lifelong resident of Vancleave. She was a loving mom, devoted...
Betty Mae Mason
Oct 29, 2016
Mrs. Betty Mae Mason, age 93, of Ocean Springs, MS, passed away on Saturday, October 29, 2016, in Pascagoula. Betty was a native of Biloxi and a longtime resident of Ocean Springs. She retired from Hancock Bank and was a member of St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church, where she served as Secretary. She was a Eucharistic Minister, member of the...
Betty A Busby
Oct 29, 2016
Ms. Betty Busby, a resident of Gulfport, died Saturday the 29th of October at Garden Park Hospital. Born May 30, 1929 in Trafalgar, Indiana., Betty graduated from High School and shortly thereafter married husband, Jimmie H. Busby. She traveled and visited many places and countries, Betty was a homemaker and supportive of her husband’s work before he retired. They lived...
Betty "Jean" Hamilton
Oct 28, 2016
Ms. Betty “Jean” Hamilton, 75, of Vancleave, MS passed away Friday, October 28, 2016. Jean was a native of Kentucky and a resident of the coast since 1971. She is preceded in death by her parents, Hershell and Alma Smith. Jean’s survivors include her daughter, Lisa (Jeff) Thompson; sisters, Joann Lorrison, Carolyn Prewitt and Rose Friley; grandchildren, Brittany and Randy...
Eva Lee Walsh
Oct 28, 2016
Eva Walsh passed away on October 28, 2016, at the age of 88, after a long and adventurous life. Eva was born in Oak Grove, LA on July 5, 1928, to Esther and Marvin Thompson. She was one of seven children including Winifred, Etoil, Noble, Bobby, Clinton and Norman. Eva met her husband-to-be, Fondren Walsh, in Jackson, MS. They married...
Betty J. Dominey
Oct 25, 2016
Mrs. Betty J. Dominey, age 80, of Latimer, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 25, 2016. Betty was a resident of Latimer for 56 years. She traveled the world with her husband during his 30 year Air Force career, living in Germany for three years and Japan for two years. She was a loving wife, mother and...
Joseph Baisden Agregaard
Oct 25, 2016
At 1:55 pm on the 25th of October Joseph Baisden Agregaard was taken to Our Heavenly Father. Joe passed so peacefully after a very short illness. Joe was a native and lifelong resident of Biloxi, born to Henry and Margueritte Agregaard on September 12, 1932. He graduated from Notre Dame with honors and from Draughn Business College in Baton Rouge....
Jack F. Parker
Oct 24, 2016
Jack F. Parker, 73, of Woolmarket, MS, passed away Monday, October 24, 2016 in Biloxi. Mr. Parker was a native of McHenry and a resident of Woolmarket for 53 years. He was a 3rd Degree Mason. Mr. Parker retired from Irby Steel, Inc. as a welder after 38 years of service. He is preceded in death by his parents, Eligah...
Vernon Wayne "Peanut" Whitfield, Sr.
Oct 22, 2016
Vernon Wayne “Peanut” Whitfield, Sr. of Picayune, MS passed away on Saturday, October 22, 2016 at the VA Hospital in Biloxi, MS, he was 67 years old. Mr. Whitfield was born on December 8, 1948 in Mendenhall, MS. He served in the United States Marine Corp from 1967-1971 during the Vietnam War. Mr. Whitfield lived in New Orleans, Chalmette, and...
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