Obituaries

Linda Sue Ford

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Allen  W.  Preston

Allen W. Preston

Apr 15, 2016

Allen W. Preston, 71, of Saucier died Friday, April 15, 2016 in Gulfport. Arrangements are incomplete at Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home, O'Neal Road, Gulfport.

Michael  Anthony Hebert

Michael Anthony Hebert

Apr 15, 2016

Michael Anthony Hebert III, 22 days old, passed away Friday, April 15, 2016. Survivors include his parents, Elizabeth Forehand and Michael Hebert, Jr of Biloxi, MS; sister, Aubree Forehand of Biloxi, MS; grandparents, Penny Nelson and Allen Nelson of Vancleave, MS and Michael Hebert Sr. of Gautier MS; great grandparents, Cleo Broussard and Charles Broussard Sr. of Vancleave MS; aunts...

Merilys Elaine Caddell

Merilys Elaine Caddell

Apr 14, 2016

Merilys Elaine Caddell, 87, of Vancleave, MS, passed away on Thursday, April 14, 2016 in Houston, TX. Mrs. Caddell was born in Wilmot, SD. She was a former longtime resident of Vancleave, MS and a resident of Houston, TX for one year. Mrs. Caddell was a former cafeteria worker at Vancleave Schools. She is preceded in death by her parents,...

Mary Jane Heald Walley

Mary Jane Heald Walley

Apr 14, 2016

Mary Jane Heald Walley, 74, of Long Beach died Thursday, April 14, 2016 in Gulfport. Arrangements are incomplete at Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home 15th Street, Gulfport.

Dony J. Wicker

Dony J. Wicker

Apr 14, 2016

Dony J. Wicker, 74, of Biloxi died Thursday, April 14, 2016 in Gulfport. Arrangements are incomplete at BRADFORD-O’KEEFE FUNERAL HOME, O’Neal Road, Gulfport.

Mary Jane Heald Walley

Mary Jane Heald Walley

Apr 14, 2016

Mary Jane Heald Walley of Long Beach, MS, passed away on Thursday, April 14, 2016 at the age of 74. She had worked as a registered nurse in Vicksburg and on the Mississippi Gulf Coast for over thirty years in intensive care and hospice, providing strength, comfort, and crocheted cuddleables for co-workers, patients, and their families right up until the...