Obituaries
James Perry Douglas
Feb 11, 2009
Mr. James Perry Douglas, age 64, of Laurel, MS., died Wednesday, February 11, 2009, in Ocean Springs. Mr. Douglas was a longtime resident of the Gulf Coast and was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corp during the Vietnam Conflict. He eventually retired as a parts manager from Chris Posey Chevrolet in Laurel, MS. He was a wonderful husband, father,...
Raymond Andrew Burke
Feb 10, 2009
Raymond Andrew Burke, age 50, of Vancleave, MS., died Tuesday, February 10, 2009, in Biloxi, MS., after his battle with cancer. Ray was born in Chicago, Illinois, and moved to Ocean Springs with his family in 1976. He was preceded in death by his mother, Elaine Burke and a brother, Bryan Burke. Survivors include his father, Richard Burke of Biloxi,...
Alton Ray Ball
Feb 9, 2009
Mr. Alton Ray Ball was called home to rest by our Heavenly Father on Monday, February 9, 2009. Called "Al" by his family and friends, he was born on August 27, 1935, in Leakesville, MS., but spent the majority of his life living on the Gulf Coast. Alton lived a full and active life. He was always busy with his...
Theresa Denise Taylor Sanchez
Feb 9, 2009
Theresa Taylor Sanchez, 47, of Ocean Springs, MS died Monday, February 9, 2009. She was born in Orlando, FL and had been a resident of Ocean Springs for the past 10 years. She was a wonderful person who loved people, especially children. Being a professional cosmetologist, she made many friends. She will be missed and cherished by all of her...
Laura Lynnette Neely Phillips
Feb 8, 2009
Mrs. Lynnette Neely Phillips, age 67, of Gulfport, died Sunday February 8, 2009 in Gulfport after an extended battle with multiple sclerosis. Mrs. Phillips was a native of Miniola, TX. She attended The University of Mississippi and Mississippi College where she graduated with honors and a degree in English. She had been a resident of Gulfport since 1962 and taught...
Robert Joseph Askin
Feb 8, 2009
Mr. Robert Joseph Askin, 79, surrounded by his family, peacefully passed away Sunday, February 8, 2009, at his home in Biloxi. Mr. Askin, a lifelong resident of Biloxi, attended Notre Dame School, and in his younger days enjoyed boxing. He became a Biloxi businessman in the 50's. He was a licensed plumbing and general contractor. He owned the first septic...
Paul E. Howington
Feb 8, 2009
Mr. Paul E. Howington, 84, of Diamondhead, MS, died Sunday, February 8, 2009, in Gulfport. Mr. Howington was born in Rayville, LA, and had been a resident of the coast for the past 11 years. He was an avid golfer and member of the Jackson Civitan Club, owner and operator of Paul's Jewelry 32 years in Jackson, MS, and was...
Joel "Joe Boy" Williams
Feb 8, 2009
Mr. Joel "Joe Boy" Williams, 81, of Gulfport, MS, passed away February 8, 2009, in Gulfport. Mr. Williams was born in Biloxi and remained a lifelong resident of the Coast. He was formerly employed with Baricev's Restaurant in Biloxi and ran the concession stand on Ship Island at one time. Before he retired he was employed at the Grand Casino...
Richard Patrick Keleher, Sr.
Feb 8, 2009
Mr. Richard Patrick Keleher, Sr., 65, of Ocean Springs, died Sunday, February 8, 2009, in Moss Point. Mr. Keleher was born and raised in Madison, South Dakota. He joined the U.S. Air Force in 1961, was stationed at Keesler Air Force Base and served in Vietnam from 1968-1969. He fell in love with the Gulf Coast, where he met and...
Carrie Parker Hawkins
Feb 8, 2009
Ms. Carrie Parker Hawkins, 85, of Biloxi, died Sunday, February 8, 2009 in Ocean Springs. Ms. Hawkins was a lifelong resident of Biloxi. She was of the Methodist faith. She is preceded in death by her husband, Chester R. Hawkins; her parents, William and Mary Alice Parker; two brothers, Thomas and Edward Parker, and two sisters, Norwin Feranda and Thelma...
Oscar Lee Noble, Sr.
Feb 8, 2009
Oscar Lee Noble, Sr. 78, was born May 29, 1930, died February 8, 2009 at his home in Biloxi surrounded by his loved ones. Mr. Noble was a master carpenter and worked many years as a construction superintendent on projects in New Orleans and the Gulf Coast. He was a member of the Carpenters and Joiners of America United Brotherhood...
Charles S. Marchelos
Feb 7, 2009
Mr. Charles S. Marchelos, age 80, of Ocean Springs, MS., died Saturday, February 7, 2009, in Ocean Springs. Mr. Marchelos, a longtime resident of Ocean Springs, was born in New York, New York. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of WWII serving aboard the U.S.S. Mississippi. Survivors include his wife, Margaret Vanacore Marchelos of Ocean Springs, two daughters, Elaine Marchelos...
Gilman Luther Graves, Jr.
Feb 7, 2009
Mr. Gilman Luther Graves, Jr., age 83, of Ocean Springs, MS., died Saturday, February 7, 2009, in Ocean Springs. Mr. Graves was a resident of the community since June of 1979. He was born in Leominster, Massachusetts, and was a graduate of New York University. Mr. Graves was a retired Mechanical Engineer and was a member of the Fellow American...
Aurora L. Johnston
Feb 4, 2009
Aurora L. Johnston, our beloved matriarch and friend peacefully passed away on February 4, 2009 at her home in Long Beach, MS surrounded by family and friends. She will be greatly missed by those who knew her, but her glorious spirit and loving heart will live on forever. Aurora was born in Jacksonville, FL on July 16, 1916 and later...
Alan Dean Layne
Feb 4, 2009
Alan Layne, 49 of Biloxi died Wednesday, February 4, 2009 in Biloxi. Alan was a lifelong resident of the Gulf Coast. He had a free spirit with a big heart. He was a hard worker. Alan was a loving son, brother and friend to all who knew him. Alan was preceded in death by his father, Robert Layne, sister, Michelle...
Jewel Mae Seymour
Feb 3, 2009
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Jewel Mae Seymour, 78, announces her passing on February 3, 2009. She left this world peacefully to be with her Lord and Saviour, after a long illness surrounded by her family. She is preceded in death by her husband, Reginald L. Seymour. They were life long residents of D'Iberville. Together they...
Lela Firth Dunn
Feb 2, 2009
Lela Firth Dunn, 92, of Clementon, N.J. died Monday, February 2, 2009 in Clementon, N.J. Lela was formerly a longtime resident of Biloxi and a former member of Epworth United Methodist Church in Biloxi. Preceded in death by her 1st husband, Fred Firth, 2nd husband, Thomas Dunn, parents, Robert and Mary Boatwright, son, Charles Firth, sisters, Mittie King, Mary Boatwright,...
Ruth Marie Bowen-Tobias
Feb 1, 2009
Ruth Bowen Tobias, age 70, of Ocean Springs, passed away at her residence surrounded by family and friends on Sunday, February 1, 2009. Mrs. Tobias was formerly of Bath and Isle Au Haut, ME. She has been a resident of Ocean Springs for the past twenty five years. She was a member and past president of Lady's Auxiliary of BPOE...
Richard Gordon Hunt, Sr.
Feb 1, 2009
Richard Gordon Hunt, Sr., 66, of Biloxi, died Sunday, February 1, 2009 in Biloxi. Richard was a resident of the Gulf Coast for 38 years and a native of Woodbridge, NJ. Richard retired as M/SGT from the U.S.A.F. after 26 years of service. He worked 16 years in Civil Service before retiring from the Naval Construction base in Gulfport. Richard...
L. Arline Willis Waits
Feb 1, 2009
Mrs. L. Arline Willis Waits, 75, of Biloxi, MS, died Sunday, February 1, 2009, in Biloxi. Mrs. Waits was a native of Roswell, New Mexico and had been a resident of the coast for the past 58 years. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Mrs. Waits was preceded in death by her husband, Allen R. Waits. She...
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