Brenda Kay Smith, 74, of Anchorage, AK, passed away on August 18, 2024. She was born on April 20, 1950, in Gulfport, MS to her parents Mary and Pearly Smith. Brenda is preceded in death by her parents, Pearly and Mary Smith of Gulfport, MS; brother, Kevin Earl Smith of Gulfport, MS; sister, Mary Ellen Wilson of Saucier, MS....
Michael Stephenson, aged 56, departed this life on August 16, 2024, in Laurel, Mississippi. Born on February 29, 1968, in LaGrange, Georgia, he was a man whose hands could deftly build a house and gently hold the hands of his beloved children. Michael dedicated his career to Carpentry, where he specialized in flooring, he took great pride in his...
Barbara Hegwood, a beacon of love and joy, departed from this life on August 16, 2024, one day before her 67th birthday, in Gulfport, MS, leaving a legacy of laughter and cherished memories behind. Born in New Orleans, LA, on August 17, 1957, Barbara's vibrant spirit and loving nature touched everyone she encountered throughout her remarkable life. An aficionado...
Norma Je'Nell (Slade) Whisenant, 73, of Gulfport, MS was reunited with her husband of thirty-five years, on August 16, 2024, at Lakeview Hospital in Covington, LA. Norma was born on October 02, 1950, in Gulfport, MS to her parents, Bernard Irving and Norma Estelle (Edgar) Slade. Je'Nell as she was lovingly known, cherished life and the time spent with...
Linda Kay Dills (LeRoy), aged 76, passed away on August 13, 2024, in Mississippi, leaving behind a legacy of love and entrepreneurship. She is preceded in death by her husband of 47 years Paul Dills; Mother Elise Carlene Murray; Father Leon LeRoy; and brother Charles LeRoy. Linda was a cherished sister to Nancy Lewis (Junior) and an adored aunt...
It is with deep sadness but also joy in the Lord that we share that Robert Arnold Myers, 85 years old of Success, MS died peacefully with family at his side on Monday afternoon, August 12, 2024, in Gulfport, MS. Arnold was born in Laurel, MS, on January 16, 1939, to Robert and Bama Oleena Myers of the Myrick...
Robert “Bo” Leon Matula, age 47, of Saucier, MS, left this life surrounded by his loving family and the love of his life and childhood sweetheart Vickie Lynn Wedgeworth. Robert was born August 6, 1977, in Gulfport, MS to the late Robert Leopard Matula and Rita Gay White Matula. He attended Harrison County Schools. He came from a heritage...
Rebecca Medley, 74, passed away on August 11, 2024 in Picayune, MS. Rebecca was born on September 29, 1949 in Montgomery, AL to parents Fred Lewis and Emily Rebecca Kemp White. She is preceded by her parents Fred White (Father), Emily Callahan (Mother). Rebecca is survived by her Spouse Danny Medley; Nieces: Rebecca Porter (Niece) of Henderson, NV, Aimee Colwell...
Wanda Gail Reid Martin was born November 28, 1956 at the Pearl River County Hospital in Poplarville, MS to parents John and Nellia Reid. She attended school in Lumberton, MS. A beloved mother, a loyal wife, a daughter, sister, and cherished friend. She devoted her life to her family and home and especially God. She met the love of...
Floyce Ladner Peterson, age 71, passed away on August 07, 2024, after a three-year battle with cancer. She was born on May 11, 1953, in Poplarville to the late L.V. “Shine” Ladner and Bernelia Dedeaux Ladner.
Floyce Peterson, a beloved matriarch, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of warmth and strength. Known for her boundless hospitality,...
Jesse W. "JW" Parker, husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, a McHenry native, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2024, in McHenry, Mississippi, at the age of 68. Born on July 1, 1956, in Wiggins, Mississippi, JW lived a life full of vigor, tinkering and turning wrenches, and love for the great outdoors. As a dedicated truck driver, JW...
James Charles Daughtery Jr., 64, of Lumberton, MS, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2024. Born on July 4, 1960, in Biloxi, MS. He attended local schools before embarking on a fulfilling career that saw him rise through the ranks to become a respected Boat Captain at Laredo Offshore. In the fabric of his life, family was the strongest...
Ryan Joseph Paige, age 47, born June 12, 1977 went to be with The Lord on July 22,2024. Ryan will be sadly missed by his family, his friends and his work family at The Inn at Long Beach. Ryan was loving, happy-go-lucky with a heart as big as Texas. He never met a stranger. To know Ryan was to...
Billy Joe Buse, a cherished family man and a respected mechanic, graced this world with his presence on March 6, 1971, in the warm-hearted city of Hattiesburg, MS. With a life as rich as the history of his beloved hometown, Billy peacefully took his last breath on July 21, 2024, in the same city where his story began. Hattiesburg...
Mary Lucille Breazeale passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on July 20, 2024. Born in Lumberton, MS on March 24, 1948, to Ernest and Lillian Martin. Mary grew up in Purvis, a town close to her heart, where she married the love of her life, Sam Breazeale, in 1970. Together, they created a beautiful life in the house that...
Gerald Edward Shea, a spirited soul known for his love of horses and dedication to service, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2024, in Gulfport, MS. Born on December 9, 1933, in Belfast Township, MN, Gerald's journey through life was marked by an unwavering commitment to his family, his country, and his community. Gerald's life was one of honor...
Melissa Elaine Howard, 58 of Wiggins, passed away July 20, 2024 at Memorial Hospital in Gulfport. She was born October 27, 1965 in Wiggins, the oldest of three and daughter of Eddie 'Talmadge' and Cynthia Diane (Daughdrill) Byrd. Missy, as she was known to most, grew up in Wiggins where she was an active and outgoing young lady. As...
Glenda Faye Schonewitz, born on March 14, 1960, in Gulfport, MS, passed away peacefully at her home in Saucier, MS, on July 18, 2024, surrounded by the love and warmth of her family. She filled her days with the joy of service, dedicating her entire career to waiting tables, a job through which she touched many lives with her...
Joseph Bennie Strahan, affectionately known as Joe/Pappy, of Lumberton, MS, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2024, in Long Beach, MS. Born on October 31, 1938, in Lumberton, Joe was a proud graduate of Lumberton High School and went on to establish a fulfilling career that spanned woodworking, carpentry, and the petroleum industry. Joe was a man who cherished...
Mary Catherine Holmes, 69, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2024. She was born in Hattiesburg, Mississippi on November 24, 1954 to the late William Louis Holmes and Cynthia Holmes. Mary is leaving behind a legacy of warmth and generosity. She was a devoted fan of Ole Miss Football and all things Ole Miss, Mary’s spirit was as vibrant...