Obituaries
Annie Parker Whittington
Apr 23, 2016
Annie Parker Whittington, age 98, surrounded by her family, departed this earthly life to enter eternal life with her Heavenly Father, on Saturday, April 23, 2016. She was born in the Bendale Community and resided in Ocean Springs for many years. Annie was a sweet, kind, humble individual who loved and was loved very much by all who knew her....
Warren Walter Penney
Apr 22, 2016
Warren W. Penney, 87, died Friday, April 22, 2016 in Gulfport. Private service. BRADFORD-O'KEEFE FUNERAL HOME, 15th Street, Gulfport is in charge.
Kenneth Ray McKenzie
Apr 22, 2016
Kenneth Ray McKenzie, age 82, died Friday, April 22, 2016 in Ocean Springs. Private service. BRADFORD-O'KEEFE FUNERAL HOME, O'Neal Road, Gulfport is in charge of arrangements.
Marcus F. Shanteau
Apr 22, 2016
Marcus F. Shanteau, Jr., 87, passed away on April 22, 2016 with his children at his side. He was a quiet man, unusually sweet and kind, deeply loved by his family and friends, and will be greatly missed. Marc was born on October 31, 1928, in New Orleans, LA, to Marcus F. Shanteau and Loraine Craft Shanteau. The family made...
Elizabeth M. "Betty" Sekul
Apr 22, 2016
Elizabeth M. “Betty” Sekul, 90, died on April 22, 2016 in Augusta, Georgia. Mrs. Sekul was born in Cisco, Texas. A long time resident of Mississippi, she moved to Augusta after losing her home in Hurricane Katrina in 2005. She was a devoted wife and mother and civically-minded, volunteering at many levels. She was a registered nurse receiving her degree...
Kenneth Gates
Apr 21, 2016
Kenneth Gates began his journey to the Lord on Thursday, April 21st, 2016. He died in Tampa Fla. where he was serving as a Navy Chief Petty Officer in the United States Special Operations Command at MacDill Air Force Base. He was born September 28th,1983 in Landstuhl Germany. He attended D' Iberville Elementary, Ocean Springs Jr High and graduated from...
Linda Sue Ford
Apr 21, 2016
Linda Sue Ford, 60, mother of Michelle Bang, died April 21, 2016. A memorial service will be held on April 28, 2016 at Woodhaven Baptist Church at 5 PM. Friends may visit 1 hour prior.
Robert F Brousseau
Apr 21, 2016
Robert F. Brousseau, 71, went to join his twin, Richard L. Brousseau, and the Spirit in the Sky on April 21, 2016. Born in New York City and raised in Vermont, Robert was a longtime resident of Hancock County. He is survived by his sister, Carol Adams; brother-in-law, Don; niece Brooke Adams; nephew Aaron Adams, numerous great nieces and nephews,...
Nancy Marie Garland Grogan
Apr 21, 2016
Nancy Marie Garland Grogan, 88, of Wiggins, MS passed away on Thursday, April 21, 2016 in Wiggins. Mrs. Grogan was a native of San Antonio, TX and a resident of Wiggins. She was of the Catholic faith. She is preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Grogan; and her daughter, Deborah Dodd. Mrs. Grogan’s survivors include her daughter, Barbara (Marshall)...
Richard C. Farmer
Apr 20, 2016
Richard C. Farmer, 71, of Slidell died Wednesday, April 20, 2016 in Gulfport. Private service. BRADFORD-O'KEEFE FUNERAL HOME, 15TH St, Gulfport is in charge.
Walter W. Hutchins
Apr 19, 2016
Walter W. Hutchins,91, died Tues. April 19, 2016. Graveside service is Tues. April 26, 2016 at 2:30 pm. at Biloxi National Cemetery. BRADFORD-O'KEEFE, 15th St, Gulfport, in charge.
Betty Slay Polite
Apr 17, 2016
Betty Slay-Polite April 19, 1927-April 17, 2016 Mrs. Betty Slay-Polite passed away in Ellisville where she had resided for the past 10 1/2 years. She Lifelong resident of Biloxi. Betty touched the lives of many. She owned Slay’s Cleaners and Clothing Store. She is preceded in death by her husband of 22 years, Rafield Slay, Sr. and son, Rafield, Jr....
Joseph N. "Joe" Werther
Apr 17, 2016
Mr. Joseph N. "Joe" Werther, age 79, of Vancleave, MS, passed away on Sunday, April 17, 2016, in Moss Point. Survivors include his wife, Ann Werther, two daughters, Janine (Ricky) Danby and Jennifer (Allen) McAvoy, son, Joe Werther, two granddaughters, Emily McAvoy and Carly Danby, sister, Gail (Saul) Silverman and brother, Kenneth (Fran) Werther. A memorial service will be held...
Billy Joseph Buck
Apr 17, 2016
Billy Joseph Buck, 69, of Pass Christian died Sunday, April 17, 2016 in Gulfport. He was born in Riverside, AL and had been a resident of Pass Christian since 2005. He was a self- employed roofer and he was Baptist. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Irene Buck; two brothers, Arpa and Clarence; and two sisters,...
James R. "Jimmy" Byrne
Apr 17, 2016
“I’m not giving up!!!” These are the words of James R. “Jimmy” Byrne, Jr. that will ever ring in the minds of his family and friends who knew him best. Words of inspiration to “Live by”. Jimmy was born on October 29, 1960 in Biloxi, Mississippi and went home to be with our Lord on April 17, 2016 after a...
Charles E. "Buddy" Johnson
Apr 17, 2016
On Sunday, April 17, 2016, U.S.C.G. Captain Charles E. “Buddy” Johnson, age 57, went home to be with his heavenly father after a lengthy illness. Mr. Johnson was a resident of Lumberton, MS. He worked as a United States Coast Guard Certified Captain in the offshore industry for 30 plus years until he was forced to retire due to his...
James R. Goss
Apr 16, 2016
James R. Goss, 87, of Wiggins, MS passed away on Saturday, April 16, 2016 in Wiggins. Mr. Goss was a native of Sebastpol, MS and longtime resident of the Coast. He was an automotive mechanic and formerly employed at Pine Island Golf Club. Mr. Goss was a Christian and formerly attended Victory Worship Center. He is preceded in death by...
James Banell Long
Apr 16, 2016
James Banell Long, age 73, of Gulfport died Saturday, April 16, 2016 in Biloxi. He was born in Oxford, MS and had been a resident of the Coast for about 50 years. He was a retired building contractor and a veteran of the Vietnam War, serving in the U.S. Navy. Mr. Long is survived by his wife, Jane C. Long;...
Allen Wayne Preston
Apr 15, 2016
Allen Wayne Preston, age 71, of Saucier died Friday, April 15, 2016 in Gulfport. He was born in Success and was a lifelong resident of Harrison County. He was a graduate of Gulfport High School. He was Baptist and was the owner of Preston’s TV and Appliance Repair in Gulfport. He was an avid Saints fan and enjoyed wade fishing...
Zula Marie Loper
Apr 15, 2016
Zula Marie Loper, 82, of Perkinston, MS, passed away on Friday, April 15, 2016 in Wiggins. She is preceded in death by her parents, Willie and Roland Smith; and her step-son, Morris Nelson Loper. Mrs. Loper’s survivors include her husband, Joseph Nelson Loper; 3 sisters; 3 brothers; 2 daughters; 10 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. Private services will be held at...
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