May 29, 2024

Mary Jane "M.J." Schaffield, aka Nana.  God rest her sweet soul, passed on May 29th, 2024. She lived almost 83 fantastic years.  She was a 10-year resident of Lumberton, Mississippi.  M.J. is survived by her three daughter, Sheila Pierce, Lumberton, Marilyn "Tima" Fuller, Villa Ricca, GA and Dawn Bueker, Mims, FL.  Mary also adored her grandchildren, Loreal Baxley, Kaz...

May 29, 2024

Kimberly Dillard Inman, 58, of Mcneill, Mississippi passed away on May 29, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. Kimberly was born at Baptist Hospital in New Orleans, Louisiana, June 4, 1965 to Kenneth and Sheryl Dillard. She attended Picayune High School. She married Mark Inman, Sr.  July 3, 1982. Together in 42 years of marriage, they had two children...

May 29, 2024

Andrea Alice Kaufman, 58, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2024, at her home surrounded by family in Saucier, MS. Born on February 25, 1966, in Karlsruhe, Germany, Andrea lived a full and vibrant life that touched everyone she met. While in Germany, she pursued her passion for language, obtaining a master's degree. Andrea moved to America at the...

May 28, 2024

Deborah Ann Lizana (McLaughlin) was born on October 8, 1960, in Plainwell, Michigan, to her loving parents Michael and Wanda (Lang) McLaughlin. ​ She brought joy and warmth to the lives of those around her, leaving an indelible mark on everyone she encountered.

Deborah's kind and compassionate nature was evident throughout her life. ​ She was always...

May 27, 2024

Charles Edward Schoniwitz, 85, passed away on May 27, 2024 at Memorial Hospital in Gulfport. He was born on August 22, 1938 at the family home in Saucier, one of five children to Charles Robert and Lucille (Bond) Schoniwitz. Charles, or "Pinky" as a lot of folks came to know him, grew up in Saucier where he enjoyed the...

May 21, 2024

Charles Larry Penton Jr., 52, passed away on May 21, 2024, in Carriere, Mississippi. Born on December 4, 1971, in Picayune, Mississippi to Charles and Patricia Penton, Sr. Growing up in Carriere, with some of his childhood spent in Atlanta, Georgia, he developed a deep appreciation for the great outdoors. An avid deer hunter and fisherman, he lived by...

May 20, 2024

Michael Eugene Collier, 62, passed away on May 20, 2024, in Hattiesburg, MS. Born on September 4, 1961, in Germany, Michael's early years were shaped by the discipline and honor of a large military family, with roots extending through the marines, army, and air force. A true artist at heart, Michael's passion for drawing was evident in his intricate...

May 19, 2024

Dustin Lee Craven, 30 of McHenry, passed away in a tragic accident early Sunday morning, May 19, 2024, in Chackbay, LA. Dustin was born on May 30, 1993 in Gulfport, the middle of three sons to Patrick Neil Craven and Shelly Cheri Ladner. He grew up in Saucier and loved the outdoors. Hunting, fishing, racing whatever would move, was...

May 17, 2024

Glenn Ellis Mangrum, 61, of Lucedale, MS, left this earth for his Heavenly home on Friday, May 17, 2024, at Merit Health Hospital in Hattiesburg, MS. Glenn was born March 9, 1963, to his parents Jim and Betty Joyce (Lewis) Mangrum in Kosciusko, MS. Glenn attended the University of Mobile and later decided to join the United States Air...

May 17, 2024

Emily Maxine Hickman, affectionately known to all as Maxine, was a beacon of warmth and kindness whose light ceased to shine on May 17, 2024, in Gulfport, Mississippi, just shy of her 71st birthday. Born on May 19, 1953, in Slidell, Louisiana, she brought joy and an indomitable spirit to everyone she encountered throughout her remarkable life. Maxine's early...

May 15, 2024

Jesus Roberto Vargas, Sr., 71, of Houston, TX., passed away on May 15, 2024, at University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS. Jesus was born on January 01, 1953, in Monterrey Mexico to his parents Roberto and Crisanta Maria (Sanchez) Vargas. Trinity Funeral Services is honored to serve the Vargas family during this time and would ask that...

May 15, 2024

B.E. (Byrus) Hurt, 94, born on May 13, 1930, in Tennessee, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2024 at home in Lumberton.  Byrus worked in the furniture industry most of his life.  He was a founding member of the Lumberton Lions Club and actively served as a member of the Lumberton Volunteer Fire Department.  Mr. Hurt was a member...

May 13, 2024

Cora received her heavenly wings on May 13, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born on March 27, 1935, in England she later resided in McHenry, Ms. She was the cherished daughter of Ida Curran and Norman Crozier. Cora’s legacy lives on through her devoted daughter, Lita Lubitsh-White, and son, Rocklan White, along with their spouses, Tami Lubitsh and...

May 12, 2024

Larry Laverne Ladnier, Jr., 54, of Gautier, MS., passed away on May 12, 2024, at Slidell Memorial Hospital in Slidell, LA. Larry was born on December 29, 1969, in Pascagoula, MS to his parents Larry Laverne Ladnier, Sr. and Eleanor Eugene Ehlers.  Larry was a kind-hearted and gentle man who was known for his sense of humor and adventurous...

May 12, 2024

Sheryl (Sherry) Lynn Abbitt passed away Sunday May 12, 2024. She is survived by her mother, Donna McAnally, her husband Joseph Abbitt, her children Ashleigh Abbitt and Noah Abbitt. She was a loving wife, a devoted mother, and mentor and light to so many of her family and friends. She is considered by her family to be a true...

May 11, 2024

Robert Charles Johnson, II, 62 of Gulfport, passed away May 11, 2024 at his home in Gulfport, surrounded by his loving family. He was born September 06, 1961 in Pearisburg, VA, one of four and the only son to Robert Charles and Mary Sue (Lively) Johnson. Known as Bobby to those who knew him best, he spent most of...

May 11, 2024

Darris Joseph Dubuisson, Jr., 71 of Pass Christian, passed away peacefully May 11, 2024. He was born December 07, 1952 at the family home in Pass Christian, one of four children to Darris Joseph and Mabel Mae (Ladner) Dubuisson. He grew up in the Dubuisson community of Harrison county where he enjoyed literally anything to do with the water...except...

May 9, 2024

Kristi Elaine Crosby, aged 38, passed away on May 9, 2024, in Hattiesburg, MS. Born on August 29, 1985, in Picayune, MS. Growing up in the town where she was born, Kristi developed a deep love for the outdoors. She could often be found fishing, riding horses, or enjoying the serenity of the beach. Despite her simple tastes, she...

May 8, 2024

Jacob Noel Morgan, 33, of Brandon, MS, passed away unexpectedly on May 08, 2024, in Jackson. Jacob was born on June 09, 1990, in Flowood, MS to his parents Thomas and Rose (Drew) Morgan. Jacob was such a fun, loving, free-spirited, charismatic, funny, and the list goes on, individual, you would ever meet. Jacob always knew just how to...

May 8, 2024

Joshua Byron Fort, 45, passed away May 8th, 2024 at his home in McHenry, MS. He was born December 29, 1978 in Tampa, FL, the son of Joey Byron and Margaret Rafealla (Davis) Fort. He grew up in Gulfport and loved boating and fishing, skating, basketball, enduro racing, and so much more. Josh, as he was known to those...