Vita Jane Washington
Sep 16, 2026
Vita Jane Washington, 55, passed away peacefully in Mississippi on September 16, 2026. Born on September 3, 1971, in Mississippi, Vita will be remembered as a loving and devoted presence whose life was centered on family, kindness, and the simple joys that brought people together.
Vita was known for her friendly spirit and for the warmth she shared so naturally with...
Ethel "Rhetta" Lyon Huggins
Sep 15, 2026
Ethel Rhetta Lyon Huggins, age 84, passed away on September 15, 2026, at Serenity Pearl Living Center in Carriere, Mississippi, surrounded by her loving family.
Rhetta was born on July 11, 1942, in Rome, Georgia, to William Spencer Lyon and Evie Virginia Pruitt Lyon. She was married for 54 years to the love of her life, John Lewis Huggins, who passed...
Travis Olyn Taylor, III
Sep 15, 2026
Travis Olyn Taylor III, lovingly known as “Trey,” passed away at the age of 50 on September 15,2026 after a courageous battle with stage four glioblastoma brain cancer.Born on December 27, 1976, Trey lived a life defined by hard work, humor, and a deep love for the people around him. He built a career in HVAC, where he not only...
Kyle Joseph Tanner
Sep 14, 2026
Kyle Joseph Tanner, 28, of Perkinston, MS., passed away unexpectedly on September 14, 2026, at home in Perk. Kyle was born on May 6, 1998, in Biloxi, MS, to his parents, Edward and Donna Tanner. Kyle will be remembered as a sweet and loving son, who had such a huge heart. Growing up, he fell in love with Go-Kart racing,...
Jackie Ray Carmack
Sep 14, 2026
Jackie Ray Carmack, 71, of Gulfport, MS., passed away on September 14, 2026, in the comfort of his home. Jackie was born on December 25, 1954, in Kentucky, to his parents, Arthur and Jeanette (Smith) Carmack. Jackie's passion in life was truck driving. He enjoyed being on the road and seeing the sights that came along with the job. After...
Gwendolyn Ann Dedeaux
Sep 8, 2026
Gwendolyn Ann Dedeaux, of Kiln, Mississippi, passed away on September 8, 2026, surrounded by family. She was born on February 5, 1952, in Gulfport, Mississippi.
Gwendolyn will be remembered as a friendly and outgoing woman with a big heart who truly loved life. She was a true girls girl who enjoyed doing hair, makeup, and nails, especially on herself, and she...
Loren Dewayne Sullivan Sr.
Sep 6, 2026
Loren Dewayne Sullivan Sr., known to many as “Snake,” passed away peacefully surrounded by family on September 6, 2026, in Gulfport, Mississippi. He was born on February 4, 1958, in Gulfport, and remained closely connected to the place he called home throughout his life.
Loren was a man with a big presence. He was funny and loud, and he brought energy...
Charlene Gulledge
Sep 2, 2026
Charlene Gulledge was born on August 13, 1958, in Albany, GA. Charlene was the daughter of Floyd Eddison Allen and Mary Emily Kimble Allen. That little redheaded girl would grow up to be a blessing to all who knew her, lovingly known as “Red” “Charlie” and “CC”.
Charlene lost a child to a miscarriage, and she was never able to conceive...
Janice Marie Kerr
Aug 29, 2026
Janice Marie (Foley) Kerr
January 26, 1951 – August 29, 2026
Janice Marie Kerr, née Foley, passed away on August 29, 2026, at the age of 75.
Janice was born on January 26, 1951, in New Britain, Connecticut, to Thomas and Barbara Foley. One of six daughters, she grew up surrounded by her sisters and family.
As a young woman, Janice made her way...
John W. Peterson
Aug 22, 2026
John Willard Peterson, affectionately known as Johnny, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2026, in Poplarville. Born on February 10, 1939, in Gulfport, his journey through life touched the hearts of many and left an enduring legacy of kindness, hard work, and genuine affection for family and community.
Johnny was a man who lived simply but gave abundantly. His childhood in...
Gerald Ray Campbell
Aug 21, 2026
Gerald Ray Campbell, 59, passed away on August 21, 2026 at Forrest General Hospital surrounded by his loved ones. Gerald was born on February 06, 1967 in Bogalusa, Louisiana. Jerry, affectionately known as “Little Jerry” to most, was a man who could do just about anything. A true jack of all trades, Jerry lived a full and adventurous life, leaving...
Cynthia Jane Davenport Carroll
Aug 18, 2026
Cynthia Jane Davenport Carroll, fondly known as Cindy, passed away peacefully on August 18, 2026, in Long Beach at the age of 70. Born on August 7, 1956, Cynthia’s life was a testament to warmth, kindness, and a love that radiated to all who were fortunate enough to know her.
Cynthia brought light and laughter wherever she went. She is remembered...
Elbert Jackson Strickland
Aug 18, 2026
Elbert Jackson Strickland, 89, went to be with the Lord on August 18, 2026, in Wiggins, Mississippi. He was born on February 4, 1937, in Cerro Gordo, North Carolina, to Gordon and Vertie Fairfax Strickland. Elbert was the ninth of eleven children and, having grown up on a farm, learned from an early age the value of hard work, determination,...
Peggy Ann Billingsley
Aug 16, 2026
Peggy Ann Brodus Billingsley, 91, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2026, at Azalea Gardens Nursing Center in Wiggins, Mississippi. She was born on February 12, 1935, in Gulfport, Mississippi, to Howard and Maude Hudson Broadus.
Peggy was a strong, outgoing woman with a feisty spirit, a straightforward personality, and a heart that cared deeply for others. She was never afraid...
Jackie Ann Tallo
Aug 15, 2026
In loving memory of Jackie Ann Tallo
Jackie Ann Tallo, 79, of Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, formerly of Illinois, passed away at her home on August 15, 2026.
Jackie was a woman whose life was defined by strength, grace, love and selflessness. There are truly no words that could ever fully capture who she was or the impact she has on the...
Tamara Joy Lott
Aug 14, 2026
In Loving Memory of Tamara Joy Lott
Tamara Joy Lott - known as Tammy, 62 yrs of age, of Wiggins, Mississippi, passed away on August 14, 2026, in Greenville, MS, where she resided.
She was a Christian, and her faith in the Lord remained a guiding presence throughout her life.
Tammy had a deep love of music, particularly the songs of the '70s...
Leon Elton Fairley
Aug 12, 2026
Graveside services for Mr. Leon Elton Fairley will be held at 3pm Friday, August 14, 2026, at Benndale Church of God Cemetery on Hwy 57 in Benndale, MS. Rev. Haskel Rhodes will officiate.
Leon Elton Fairley, 73, passed peacefully at Lakeview Nursing Home in Gulfport, MS on August 12, 2026. Elton was born February 11, 1953. He was the son of...
Elvis Wayne "Munch" Woodard
Aug 11, 2026
Elvis Wayne "Munch" Woodard, age 49, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2026, at Singing River Hospital in Gulfport, Mississippi. Born on September 30, 1976, in Mississippi, Elvis was the son of John Wayne and Delores Frierson Woodard.
To most everyone who knew him, though, he was simply “Munch.” And if you knew Munch, you knew there was nobody quite like...
Martha Mendoza Estrada
Aug 11, 2026
Martha Mendoza Estrada, de 59 años, partió de este mundo en paz el 11 de agosto de 2026, a las 5:20 p.m., en Saucier, Mississippi. Martha nació el 27 de abril de 1967, en San Felipe, Guanajuato, México, hija de Manuel Mendoza Martinez y Amanda Estrada Grande.
Martha fue una mujer fuerte y extraordinaria que durante toda su vida luchó por...
Ernest C. Smith Jr
Aug 10, 2026
Ernest Carroll “Ernie” Smith, Jr.
Ernest Carroll “Ernie” Smith, Jr., of Necaise Crossing, Mississippi, passed away on August 10, 2026. Known as “Little Carroll” in his younger years, Ernie was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, remembered for his hard work, fierce loyalty, generosity, and unmistakable sense of humor.
Ernie grew up in Gulfport and attended St. John’s Elementary and...