Obituaries

Leonard Adam Yarush

Leonard Adam Yarush

Apr 10, 2014

Leonard Adam Yarush, Jr., 81, died Thursday, April 10, 2014. Visitation will be Tuesday, April 15, 12:30 P.M.-1:30 P.M. at BRADFORD-O’KEEFE O’Neal Rd, Gulfport. Graveside at 2:30 P.M. Biloxi National Cemetery.

William "Billy" Smith

William "Billy" Smith

Apr 9, 2014

William “Billy” Smith, age 70, of D’Iberville, MS died Wednesday, April 9, 2014 in Biloxi, MS. Billy was born in Brooklyn, NY to Richard and Florence Smith. They moved to D’Iberville, MS in 1964. He and his parents owned the Bavarian Lounge on Brodie Road. He also worked as a cook offshore. Billy is preceded in death by his parents....

Elizabeth Mangin Melancon

Elizabeth Mangin Melancon

Apr 9, 2014

Elizabeth Mangin Melancon, 90, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend passed away April 9, 2014 after a lengthy, courageous battle with numerous health issues. Born December 9, 1923, Elizabeth, affectionately known by her family and friends as “Betty”, was a native and lifelong resident of Biloxi and a member of Nativity BVM Cathedral. She graduated from Sacred Heart Academy,...

Tony Joseph Radich

Tony Joseph Radich

Apr 9, 2014

On this day 04/09/14 the old seaman made his last voyage sailing into the sunset crossing the great divide into the kingdom of heaven. Tony was born 09/14/26 on Point Caddy to Hungary-Austria Provice immigrants Capt. Petar Radich and Mary Guich Radich, who both preceded him in death. Also preceding him in death was his (3) brothers Nick (Razzoo), Andrew...

Floyd Pergram

Floyd Pergram

Apr 9, 2014

Floyd Pergram, 78 died Wednesday, April 9, 2014. Burial will be at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. BRADFORD-O'KEEFE Funeral Home, 15th St., Gulfport is in charge of arrangements.

Richard Sedillo

Richard Sedillo

Apr 8, 2014

Richard Sedillo, 69 of Saucier died Tues. April 8, 2014. Private Services. Bradford-Okeefe Funeral Home O’Neal Rd in charge

Hamilton Don Bickham

Hamilton Don Bickham

Apr 8, 2014

Hamilton Don Bickham, born September 28, 1930 to Houston Bickham and Geneva (“Jence”) Bickham in Franklinton, Louisiana, passed away peacefully at his home in Vancleave, Mississippi, on Tuesday, April 8, 2014. As a child he fell in love with the Mississippi Gulf Coast spending summers at his family’s cabin at the Old Methodist campground in Biloxi, Mississippi. He attended Gulf...

Peggy Jene Harding McCrea

Peggy Jene Harding McCrea

Apr 7, 2014

God blessed Albert and Clellan Harding on August 12, 1941 with Peggy Jene Harding McCrea. After a valiant fight against breast cancer, Peggy went home to be with the Lord on April 7, 2014. Our dear Mom, our Angel, you have taught us how to live life fully, passionately, bravely and courageously, just like you lived yours. Mom, all of...

Ramon P. Benezue

Ramon P. Benezue

Apr 7, 2014

Ramon P. Benezue, 58, of Lumberton, MS, died Monday, April 7, 2014 in Ocean Springs. Mr. Benezue was born May 30, 1955 in New Orleans, LA. He was raised in Ocean Springs having lived the last 18 years in Lumberton, MS. Mr. Benezue was a musician, first and foremost a guitarist, and he was a chef for many years. Mr....

Scottlene "Scottie" Bond Manuel

Scottlene "Scottie" Bond Manuel

Apr 7, 2014

Scottlene "Scottie" Bond Manuel, 83, passed away peacefully April 7, 2014 in Ocean Springs. Mrs. Manuel was born in the Deep Creek community in Perry County and was a resident of Ocean Springs for 44 years. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Ocean Springs, serving the Lord through the years by singing in the choir and teaching...

Bonnie  Rohrs  Stone

Bonnie Rohrs Stone

Apr 6, 2014

Bonnie Rohrs Stone, 76, of Ocean Springs, MS, formerly of Arroyo Grande, CA, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 6, 2014 at the home of her daughter, Laura. Bonnie was born March 15, 1938 in Berwyn, Cook Co., IL, to parents, Martin Rohrs and Mildred Clair Bendel Rohrs. She was an entrepreneur owning and running several businesses. Bonnie’s love of...

Jacob " Jack" Dominick Covacevich

Jacob " Jack" Dominick Covacevich

Apr 6, 2014

Jacob “Jack” Dominick Covacevich, age 80, of Ocean Springs, passed away Sunday, April 6, 2014. Jack was a native and lifelong resident of the MS Gulf Coast. He was 3rd generation owner of Covacevich Ship Yard. He was a Master Boat Builder since 1955 and an U.S. Army Veteran of World War II. Jack was a member of Sacred Heart...

Mary Ann Acevedo

Mary Ann Acevedo

Apr 5, 2014

Mary Ann Acevedo, age 70, of Biloxi passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2014. Mary Ann was a lifelong resident of the MS Gulf Coast. She is preceded in death by her parents, Otto and Mamie Dunn; ex-husband, Robert Acevedo; and son, Pete. She is survived by her children, Belene, Paul, Robin and Yvette (Michael); and grandchildren, Matthew, Megan, Lauren...

Mary Ann  Acevedo

Mary Ann Acevedo

Apr 5, 2014

Mary Ann Acevedo, age 70, of Biloxi passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2014. Mary Ann was a lifelong resident of the MS Gulf Coast. She is preceded in death by her parents, Otto and Mamie Dunn; ex-husband, Robert Acevedo; and son, Pete. She is survived by her children, Belene, Paul, Robin and Yvette (Michael); and grandchildren, Matthew, Megan, Lauren...

Hupert R. Hurlbert

Hupert R. Hurlbert

Apr 5, 2014

Hupert R. Hurlbert, age 93, died Saturday, April 5, 2014. Mr. Hurlbert was a lifelong resident of the Gulf Coast. He was a 30 year WWII, Korea and Vietnam Veteran and retired as a Chief Warrant Officer with honors. Mr. Hurlbert was a member of Shriners and an American Legion member. He was a Mason/Scottish Rite 32 degree. Mr. Hurlbert...

J.F. "Jack" Douglas,

J.F. "Jack" Douglas,

Apr 4, 2014

J.F. "Jack" Douglas, Jr., of Ocean Springs, passed away peacefully at home with family on Friday, April 4, 2014, at the age of 94. He was a proud, loving, and dedicated family man. Jack is survived by his wife of 63 years, Dorothy Douglas; daughter, Gaye and husband David Row of Ocean Springs; son, Paul and wife Cindy Douglas of...

Alvin L. Smith

Alvin L. Smith

Apr 4, 2014

Alvin L. Smith, Jr., 93, died Fri., April 4, 2014 in Denver. Graveside service: Fri., May 30, 2014, 2pm at Evergreen Cem. BRADFORD-O'KEEFE Funeral Home, 15th St. Gulfport, is in charge. 228-865-0090

Albert  Adam Blanchard

Albert Adam Blanchard

Apr 3, 2014

Albert Adam Blanchard, 90, of Ocean Springs, MS died Thursday, April 3, 2014 in Biloxi. Mr. Blanchard was a native of Biloxi and a resident of Ocean Springs for fifty years. He was a Veteran of the US Navy, serving in WWII and the Korean Conflict. Mr. Blanchard was an Aircraft Propeller Mechanic Specialist, retiring after thirty years of service....

James Hervey Palmer,

James Hervey Palmer,

Apr 3, 2014

MSgt. James Hervey Palmer, US Air Force Ret., 83, of Vancleave, MS died Thursday, April 3, 2014 in Mobile. Mr. Palmer was born in Kemper County, MS and was a longtime resident of Vancleave. He served in the US Air Force during the Korean Conflict and retired after twenty-one years of service. He was a devoted husband, loving father and...

Susan Lynette "Sue" Hammons

Susan Lynette "Sue" Hammons

Apr 2, 2014

Susan Lynette “Sue” Hammons, age 55, died Wednesday, April 2, 2014 in Long Beach. She was born in Gulfport and was a lifelong resident of Long Beach. She was Baptist. She was a legal secretary and enjoyed her plants, collecting what-nots and she loved her cat, Gage. She was preceded in death by her mother, Carolyn Ann Hammons; a brother,...