Obituaries

Gloria  Murguia Quave

Gloria Murguia Quave

Apr 9, 2016

Gloria Murguia Quave was surrounded by her loving family when she went to be with the Lord, Saturday, April 9, 2016. She was born in San Antonio, TX where she met and married her husband, Lynrose Fabian Quave, Sr of D’Iberville, MS. In 1945 she became a resident of D’Iberville, Ms. Gloria was very active in Sacred Heart Catholic Church...

Thomas William Howard

Thomas William Howard

Apr 8, 2016

T. William Howard passed away on April 8, 2016, from complications of dementia. He is survived by his wife, Nancy English Howard; sister, Theresa (Bob) Culling; sons, William Howard and Patrick Howard, both of Gulfport, Sean Howard (Deda), Baton Rouge, and Tim ((Ji Young) Howard of Honolulu, Hi. Three stepchildren, Darrel (Teri) Kramer, TN, Mark Kramer, CA, and Jenifer (John)...

Peter "Matthew" Skrmetta

Peter "Matthew" Skrmetta

Apr 7, 2016

Peter “Matthew” Skrmetta Jr., 59, passed away on Thursday, April 7, 2016 in the presence of his family at his parents’ home in Biloxi. Matt was a lifelong resident of Biloxi and worked in his family’s business Ship Island Excursions for over 30 years. Matt will be remembered as a kind, warm hearted individual that never met a stranger. He...

James Henry

James Henry

Apr 7, 2016

Mr. James Meyer Henry, age 68, died Thursday, April 7, 2016, in Biloxi. Mr. Henry was born in Hattiesburg, MS and had been a longtime resident of the MS Gulf Coast. He was a 1966 graduate of Gulfport High School and a U. S. Marine Corps Veteran of Vietnam. During his military service he received many citations and awards including...

Marion Edwin Thompson

Marion Edwin Thompson

Apr 7, 2016

Marion Edwin Thompson III, age 63, passed away on Thursday, April 7, 2016. He was born on June 14, 1952 in Ft. Walton Beach, FL. Edwin enjoyed spending time with his friends and family, and was always there to support them. He enjoyed fishing and spending time on the water. Edwin had a big heart and loved taking care of...

Susan Frances Plomb

Susan Frances Plomb

Apr 6, 2016

Susan Frances Plomb, 59, of Biloxi died Wednesday, April 6, 2016 in Biloxi. A private service was held. Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home, O'Neal Road, Gulfport was in charge of arrangements.

Gail Elaine Anderson

Gail Elaine Anderson

Apr 6, 2016

Gail Elaine Anderson, age 73, lost her courageous battle with breast cancer on Wednesday, April 6, 2016 surrounded by her family and friends. She was born in Omaha Nebraska. She was a member of the Lutheran Church and the Eastern Star. A graduate of William Carey University with a BSN, she was retired from the V.A. Medical Center. She was...

Helen Hetrick Graham

Helen Hetrick Graham

Apr 5, 2016

Dr. Helen Hetrick Graham, age 88, died peacefully in Gulfport on Tuesday, April 5. She was a resident in Gulfport for 55 years. She was a teacher and guidance counselor at Gulfport High School, followed by 20 years in a private practice of psychotherapy. She was a graduate of USM with four degrees. Later she earned her doctorate in psychotherapy...

Henry Anthony Oliver

Henry Anthony Oliver

Apr 4, 2016

Mr. Henry Anthony Oliver, Sr., age 85, of Biloxi entered eternal life on Monday, April 4, 2016. He was a lifelong resident of Biloxi and D’Iberville. He served in the U.S. Navy. He was a longshoreman and was a member of I.L.A. Local #1303 from 1960, retired 1989. He was a member of the V.F.W. #2434 in Biloxi and was...

Iris  Jane Orr Heinrich

Iris Jane Orr Heinrich

Apr 4, 2016

Iris Jane Orr Heinrich, age 78, of North Biloxi passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family and friends on Sunday, April 3, 2016, the 21st anniversary of her mother’s passing. Iris was born September 27, 1937 in Oak Grove, Al. She was a stay at home mom and a faithful member of Lemoyne Boulevard Baptist Church. She served as...

Hildred K.  McLellan

Hildred K. McLellan

Apr 4, 2016

Hildred K. McLellan, age 96, a longtime resident of Biloxi, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 4, 2016 in Ocean Springs. She was born on December 17, 1919 in Duck Hill, MS the only daughter of W.L. and Mettie Kirk. She married the late Sam R. McLellan, Jr. of Winona, MS, Mothers’ Day, 1940. After his service in World War...

Gerald "Jerry"  Salvatore Rich

Gerald "Jerry" Salvatore Rich

Apr 4, 2016

Gerald Salvatore “Jerry” Rich, born June 4, 1937, went to join his Heavenly Father on April 4, 2016. Gerald was a proud U.S. Marine, a member of St. John’s Episcopal Church in Ocean Springs, MS and a graduate of University of South Alabama. He worked for many years at Ingalls Shipbuilding. Gerald was also a former member of the Knights...

William  Charles Manning

William Charles Manning

Apr 4, 2016

William Charles Manning, Jr, 74, of Biloxi, lost his battle with cancer on Monday, April 4, 2016. He is preceded in death by his father, William Charles Manning, Sr.; and brother, John Elton Manning. He is survived by his wife, Ruth Higgins Manning; daughter, Jennifer Manning Discher (Michael); grandchildren, Hayley and Austin Discher; mother, Katherine Marie Angle Manning; brother, Michael...

Lynn Patterson

Lynn Patterson

Apr 4, 2016

Thomas Lynn Patterson passed away on Monday, April 4th, 2016, surrounded by his family in Biloxi, MS. He was born January 6th, 1945 in Pascagoula, MS, and was a life-long resident of Biloxi. He was known as “Lynn” by his family and friends. He graduated from Biloxi High School in 1962 and was recruited by legendary Alabama football coach Paul...

Jenna  Leigh Robinson

Jenna Leigh Robinson

Apr 4, 2016

Jenna Leigh Robinson, age 17, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 4, 2016. She was born in Biloxi, Mississippi on February 22, 1999. Jenna and her two sisters were raised by devoted, loving parents Paul and Toinette Robinson, who instilled in their children the values of honesty, hard work, and initiative. Jenna’s life reflected her love of the preforming arts...

James  "Jimmy" Ernest  Kohlhepp

James "Jimmy" Ernest Kohlhepp

Apr 3, 2016

James "Jimmy" Ernest Kohlhepp, Jr. was a free- spirited, lifelong Biloxi native. His closest friends called him "Jimbo." He was born on August 3, 1966 at Keesler Air Force Base Hospital in Biloxi. He went on to Glory on Sunday, April 3, 2016. Jimmy died of heart failure at his Biloxi home, where he resided with his dear friends, Norm...

Thelma Cleveland Wilson

Thelma Cleveland Wilson

Apr 3, 2016

Mrs. Thelma Cleveland Wilson, age 83, of Biloxi, MS, passed away on Sunday, April 3, 2016, in Gulfport, MS. Mrs. Wilson was a resident of the coast since 1962. She was employed for many years and retired from the Keesler Main Exchange. She was an avid follower of sports, her favorites being the Atlanta Braves, New Orleans Saints, Biloxi High...

Salvadore J. "Penue"  Taranto

Salvadore J. "Penue" Taranto

Apr 3, 2016

Salvadore J. “Penue” Taranto, 78, lifelong resident of Biloxi, passed away on April 3, 2016 in Ocean Springs. He was loved by many and will be deeply missed. Mr. Taranto had a long battle with COPD but never lost his zest for life. His confinement was made easier with the love and support of his family and friends, especially his...

Martha Faulk Davis

Martha Faulk Davis

Apr 3, 2016

Ms. Martha Faulk Davis, age 63, of Vancleave, MS, passed away peacefully in the presence of her children. Martha was a lifelong resident of Vancleave and worked for the U.S. Postal Service for over 30 years. She was very active in her community and in numerous civic organizations. She will be known for her great personality and fun loving spirit....

William "Bill" N.  Pittman

William "Bill" N. Pittman

Apr 1, 2016

William “Bill” N. Pittman, age 95, passed away Friday, April 1, 2016. Mr. Pittman was a resident of the Mississippi Gulf Coast for many years. He was a Veteran of the United States Air Force having joined in 1941. He served with CBI Theater 10th AF 80th Fighter group during World War II and during the Korean War and various...