Obituaries

Margaret Amanda "Mandy" Krucks

Margaret Amanda "Mandy" Krucks

Dec 2, 2025

Oh, Mandy, you came and you gave without taking...Margaret Amanda “Mandy” Krucks departed this life in the arms of her mother, Judge Margaret Alfonso, and her Aunt Carlene at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans. Her beloved Daddy Cono was waiting for her in Heaven with open arms.

Mandy was born with multiple health issues, and it took a village to...

Rosa Jane O'Bannon

Rosa Jane O'Bannon

Dec 2, 2025

Rosa Jane (Martin) O’Bannon, 82, a beloved member of our family, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, in her home, surrounded by her loved ones.

She was born in Gulfport on May 30, 1943, to Calvin Martin, Sr. and Willie Ray (King) Martin. She was a housewife. Rosa was a devoted wife, mother, sister and grandmother. Her heart was...

Hubert Ronald Cooper

Hubert Ronald Cooper

Dec 2, 2025

Hubert Ronald Cooper (Ron), 82, of Ocean Springs, Mississippi, passed away on December 2, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi. He was born on December 26, 1942, in Freeport, New York. On June 12, 1965, he married the love of his life, Jean Alice Kressel (Jeanne), in San Diego, California.

Mr. Cooper proudly served in the United States Air Force, attaining the rank...

Melanie Francesca Rush

Melanie Francesca Rush

Dec 1, 2025

Melanie Francesca Rush, 48, of Pass Christian, Mississippi, passed away on December 1, 2025. Born on December 8, 1976, to Cheryl and Ray Reeves, Melanie brought light, laughter, and a fearless spirit into the world from the very beginning.

Melanie was a free spirited, funny, and outspoken soul. Someone who never hesitated to speak her mind, stand up for what she...

Daniel Joseph Salvetti

Daniel Joseph Salvetti

Nov 30, 2025

Daniel Joseph Salvetti, lovingly known as “Danny,” age 58, of Ocean Springs, Mississippi, passed away on November 30th, 2025, in Ocean Springs.

Danny was born on November 4th, 1967, in Syracuse, New York, to Bernard Francis Salvetti and Alice Cornelius (Smith) Salvetti. He graduated from West Genesee High School in 1985. Danny spent his early years in upstate New York before...

Valarie Wynn Cusick

Valarie Wynn Cusick

Nov 30, 2025

It is with deep love and profound sadness that the family of Valarie Wynn Cusick, affectionately known as Mimi, 65, of Gulfport, MS announces her passing on Sunday, November 30, 2025, in Gulfport.

She was born on December 12, 1959, in Jackson, MS to Willard T. Johnson and Lennie V. Johnson. She received her high school diploma and worked to help...

Eric Charles Chambala

Eric Charles Chambala

Nov 30, 2025

Eric Charles Chambala, 79, passed away in Gulfport, MS on November 30, 2025.

Born on November 15, 1946, in Binghamton, New York to Linda Estelle Bullock and Louis Anthony Chambala. Eric served his country in Vietnam, receiving the Purple Heart for is bravery. Eric has lived in Biloxi ever since he moved here in 2004.

He was preceded in death by his...

Rose Ann Periatt

Rose Ann Periatt

Nov 30, 2025

Rose Ann Periatt (81), our mother’s lifelong desire was to emulate Carl Fredricksen’s life (Up 2009). She felt her childhood and early adulthood were filled with too many moves. After graduating from Waite High School in Toledo, OH, she thought she was starting a Rom Com when she met the love of her life, James Raymond Periatt(deceased 2007). Jim’s decision...

Linda Raney

Linda Raney

Nov 30, 2025

Linda Raney, 81, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025 in Biloxi.

Mrs. Raney was born in Manila, Philippines on April 21, 1944.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Raney; her parents, Manuel Viray and Rosario Santos; and her sisters, Lilia Culbertson and Lydia Forlot.

Mrs. Raney’s survivors include her children, Adam Raney, Alex Raney and Amanda...

Patricia "Patti" B. White

Patricia "Patti" B. White

Nov 30, 2025

Patricia "Patti" B. White, age 100, passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025, at her home in Gulfport.

Patti was born on October 14, 1925, in Booneville, MS to the late Dr. and Mrs. John T. Barrett.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Knox White; daughter, Gloria White; her parents; sisters, Gloria Reese and Joan Roosa; and brother, John T....

Max Richard Bell

Max Richard Bell

Nov 30, 2025

Max Richard Bell, 87, of Vancleave, MS went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, November 30th, 2025. Born in Ellisville, MS in 1938, Max was a devoted husband and loving father. His journey on this earth was one marked by love, compassion, and unwavering faith in God.

Max is survived by his wife, Nora Mae Bell, four children,...

Mack Robley Broussard, Jr.

Mack Robley Broussard, Jr.

Nov 30, 2025

Mack Robley Broussard, Jr., 49, of Biloxi, MS, born March 9, 1976, passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025, in Tennessee.

Mack grew up spending his childhood on the fields and courts, playing football, baseball, and basketball. As a young ballplayer, he often asked his dad if he would ever be as good as his favorite second baseman, Marshall Eleuterius. He...

Zelma Jackson Gollott

Zelma Jackson Gollott

Nov 30, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved wife and mother. Zelma Jackson Gollott, age 87, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025 at her home in Biloxi surrounded by her family.

Born in Ocean Springs, MS on September 1, 1938, to Katie Quave Jackson and Irvin William Jackson, Jr., Zelma lived a...

Abraham Joseph Del Valle, III

Abraham Joseph Del Valle, III

Nov 29, 2025

Abraham Joseph Del Valle, III of D’Iberville, Mississippi, age 48, passed away on 29tth of November 2025 due to complications with Asthma.

Born on April 8th, 1977, in Ithica, New York, Abraham was a beloved son, grandson, brother, nephew, cousin, uncle, and friend. He touched the lives of many with his profound sense of humor, creativity, and curiosity. He loved organic...

Faith Marie Hosford

Faith Marie Hosford

Nov 29, 2025

Faith Marie Hosford, 61, of Gulfport, MS passed away on Saturday, November 29, 2025, at her home in Gulfport.

She was born on October 23, 1964, in Staunton, IL to Martha Rae Webb. She graduated from Litchfield High School and was an avid pool player and recently won her first jacket before her death. Faith was retired from Memorial Hospital. Her...

Hazel Webb

Hazel Webb

Nov 29, 2025

Our beloved, Hazel Webb, passed away on Saturday, November 29, after a short illness, surrounded by family and friends. We have lost an extraordinary, worldly, and regal woman who was dearly loved by all who knew her.

Hazel was born in London, England, and soon after her birth was sent to an orphanage in the countryside due to the London Blitz...

Henry Kenneth "Lil Kenny" Lundy, Jr.

Henry Kenneth "Lil Kenny" Lundy, Jr.

Nov 28, 2025

It is with profound heartbreak that we announce the passing of Henry Kenneth “Lil Kenny” Lundy, age 29, who left this world on Friday, November 28, 2025. Though his life ended far too soon, Little Kenny leaves behind memories full of warmth, laughter, love, and lots of fishing stories.

Born on December 27, 1995, the baby of 7 children, Little Kenny...

Timothy Len Smith

Timothy Len Smith

Nov 27, 2025

Timothy Len “Timmy” Smith, born August 27, 1976 was called home on November 27, 2025 to be with his Lord and Savior, age 49, a cherished long-term resident of Biloxi, Mississippi, passed away surrounded by the love of his family. Born and raised on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Tim made his home in the Woolmarket community, where he built a...

Mary Ellen Lipely

Mary Ellen Lipely

Nov 27, 2025

Mary Ellen Lipely, age 91, born on December 5, 1933, passed away peacefully on Thanksgiving Day, November 27, 2025. She was a long time resident of Alliance, OH before moving to Biloxi, MS 10 years ago.

Mary Ellen was a former deacon at First Presbyterian Church in Alliance and attended Westminster Presbyterian Church of Gulfport, MS. She loved being a wife...

Matthew Thomas McElhaney (Matt)

Matthew Thomas McElhaney (Matt)

Nov 27, 2025

Matthew Thomas McElhaney (Matt), age 43, passed away on Thursday, November 27, 2025.

Matt was a longtime resident of Pascagoula, Mississippi, and was currently residing in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. He was a 2001 graduate of Pascagoula High School. He attended Meridian Community College, where he played tennis on full scholarship and was coached by his long-term mentor, Wanda McPhail, who had...