Obituaries
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Larry Eugene Johnson
Apr 1, 2016
Mr. Larry Eugene Johnson, Sr., age 76, of Biloxi passed away on Friday, April 1, 2016. Mr. Johnson was born in Morgantown, MS and was a longtime resident of MS Gulf Coast. He retired as Master Sergeant from the United States Air Force and was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He is preceded...
Carolyn Ann May Collins
Apr 1, 2016
Carolyn Ann May Collins, age 71, passed away on Friday, April 1, 2016. She was born in El Dorado, AR and was a longtime resident of Biloxi, MS. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Bessie Culpepper May; husband, James Collins; two daughters, Kaylyn and Tommie; two brothers, James May and Ronnie May; and sister, Wanda Richardson....
Dixie Plummer Schankin
Mar 31, 2016
Dixie Plummer Schankin, age 79, of Gulfport died Thursday, March 31, 2016 in Gulfport. She was born in Long Beach and was a resident of the Coast for most of her life. She was a member of Coalville United Methodist Church and attended Mississippi City United Methodist Church. She retired from Plummer Realty and was the former owner of Classic...
Louise Palmer Rairigh
Mar 30, 2016
Louise Rairigh passed on to her eternal life on March 30, 2016, with her family close at hand. Louise was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who enjoyed family gatherings, traveling, camping, dancing and gardening. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Rairigh; her parents, Pauline and Walter Palmer; her brother, Lawrence Palmer; and her sister, Corrine Abbott....
Patricia "Pat" M. Richardson
Mar 30, 2016
Patricia “Pat” M. Richardson, age 80, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 30, 2016. She was born February 20, 1936 in Biloxi to Joe and Ethel Murray. Although she resided in Ocean Springs for 52 years, she was always a Biloxi girl. She worked for the City of Biloxi for 40 years in several areas, but retired as the Court...
Cliff Stephen Allyn
Mar 30, 2016
Cliff Stephen Allyn, age 16, passed away Wednesday, March 30, 2016. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 9, 2016 at the Ocean Springs Chapel of Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home. Family and friends are invited to visit from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Please check back for full obituary.
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