Jewel Billy "J.B." Dedeaux, Sr.
May 22, 2023
Jewel Billy Dedeaux, Sr., 80, passed away early Monday morning, May 22, 2023 at Memorial Hospital at Stone County. You likely don't recognize that name, but you just might know "J.B.", which is how he was widely known. He was born on December 20, 1942 at the old home place in Steep Hollow, the oldest of four children to...
Shane Eric Nelson
May 21, 2023
Shane Eric Nelson, 53, of Buffalo, MO., passed away on May 21, 2023, in Lamar County, MS. Shane was born on September 19, 1969, in Cairo, GA to his parents Charles and Linda (Davis) Nelson. Shane will be immensely missed by all who knew and loved him. Left to cherish Shane's memory are his son, Forrest Nelson of Oak...
Linda Mae (Jones) Holcomb
May 20, 2023
Linda Mae Holcomb, 73, of Ellisville, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2023, at Forrest General Hospital in Hattiesburg, MS. Linda was born on March 31, 1950, in Louisiana to her parents Rufus and Bunny Mae (Melton) Jones. Linda was a humble woman, who despite how bad her health was, was most concerned with someone else's needs. She was...
Ted Wayne Necaise
May 18, 2023
Ted Wayne Necaise, also known as “Teddy,” was born on October 23, 1944 to Daniel and Luevaley Necaise and passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by loved ones in Kiln, MS on May 18, 2023. Teddy liked taking drives and reminiscing about the good old days. He always looked forward to spending time with the family at gatherings...
Mary Nancy (Burge) Cranford
May 18, 2023
Mary Nancy (Burge) Cranford, 75 of Lumberton, went right where she wanted to be...home to heaven Thursday afternoon from her home, with her loving husband by her side. Nancy was born September 8, 1947 at the family home in Pearl River County, the baby of three girls to James Eli and Mary Audrey (Merritt) Burge. Growing up in Lumberton,...
Elizebeth Noel (Simon) Sullivan
May 16, 2023
Elizebeth Noel Sullivan, 35, passed away on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, in Carriere, MS. She was born on December 22, 1987, in Picayune, MS to the late Trina Love Calvert and Joseph Purvis Simon, Sr. Noel was a kindhearted, outspoken individual who never met a stranger. She always extended a helping hand to others, regardless of her own circumstances....
Donald Lee Hood
May 16, 2023
Donald Lee Hood, 66, passed away in Gulfport on May 16, 2023. He was born on October 12, 1956 in Belzoni, Mississippi to the late Leon and Myrna Hood. Known for his modesty and comedic personality, Donald brought laughter and joy to those around him. He had a natural ability to lighten the mood and put smiles on the...
Joy Lynn Wilhelm
May 13, 2023
Joy Lynn (Wilt) Wilhelm, 67, of Lucedale, MS., passed peacefully late Saturday, May 13, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Joy was born June 14, 1955, to her parents Paul and Faye Ann (Gute) Wilt, in Michigan. Before the age of 5, Joy was taught to sew by her grandmother and even made her own clothes throughout her childhood....
Charles Ray Hubbard
May 11, 2023
Charles Ray Hubbard, 64 of Saucier, passed away Thursday morning, May 11th, 2023 at his home. He was born on May 29, 1958 in Hamilton, OH, the son Geraldine and Janet Lee (Boggs) Hubbard. Ray, as most everyone knew him, grew up there and enjoyed music, golf, and bowling. He learned to play the guitar and could play just...
Franklin Elvadie Davis, Jr.
May 10, 2023
Franklin Davis, Jr. passed away on May 10, 2023, at Forrest General Hospital in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. He was a loving father and took pride in his children and grandchildren. He loved his trade most, only after his family. He was truly brilliant, and his craftsmanship and talent as both a carpenter and a contractor were unmatched. He deeply touched...
William Jackson Poland, Jr.
May 9, 2023
William Jackson Poland, Jr., 78, passed away May 09, 2023 at Ashbury Hospice House in Hattiesburg, MS. Bill as he was known, was born on July 30, 1944 in Forrest City, AR, the son of William Jackson, Sr. and Eileen Clara (Kelch) Poland. Bill was a mechanic by trade, and owned and operated Bill's Marine and Auto in Valdez,...
Carl Melvin Seale
May 7, 2023
Carl Melvin Seale, age 84, passed away peacefully in Wiggins, Mississippi on May 7, 2023. Carl was born in Hattiesburg, Mississippi on July 28, 1938, to William Seale and Martha Morse Seale. Carl was a very intelligent person who could analyze any situation. He joined the Air Force right out of high school and served his country with pride....
Edith Waline Fitzgerald
May 7, 2023
Edith Waline Fitzgerald, 74, of Perkinston, MS, passed away surrounded by family on Sunday, May 7, 2023. Edith was born on September 11, 1948, at home in Perkinston, MS to Louis and Ruby (Parker) Cowart. She grew up in Perkinston, alongside eleven siblings and retired from driving school buses after 20+ years. Edith was a simple woman who loved...
Kelly Dyan O'Neal
May 7, 2023
Kelly Dyan O’Neal, 51, of Gulfport, MS, passed away on Sunday, May 7, 2023. Born August 1, 1971, in Biloxi, MS to Johnny O’Neal and Cindy (Thibodeaux) Labbie. Kelly grew up in Biloxi, always tagging along with her father on his charter boats and spending summer nights soft shelling. She loved being on the Gulf, not only to spend...
Ruby Renee Westmoreland
May 7, 2023
Ruby Renee Westmoreland, 53, of Pass Christian, MS, passed away Sunday, May 7, 2023. Born to the late Thomas and Ruby Michaels, Sr. on March 12, 1970, in Gulfport, MS. Renee enjoyed many hobbies: baking delicious desserts, playing darts, tending to her garden, being out in nature, and hunting. She had a heart of gold when it came to...
Michael Andrew Gray
May 6, 2023
Michael Andrew Gray, 71 of the Magnolia community, answered his final call Saturday afternoon, May 06, 2023 from his home where he was surrounded by his loving family. He was born June 15, 1951 in Gulfport, the youngest of three children to George Harrison, Sr. and Hilda Estelle (Sorrels) Gray. Though his mother called him "Sonny Boy", everyone else...
Jessy Kenneth Hilberry
May 5, 2023
Jessy Kenneth Hilberry, 31, of Slidell, passed away in the early morning, on May 05, 2023, at Slidell Memorial Hospital. Jessy was born on June 13, 1991, in Waveland, MS to his parents Ronald and Deborah (Blackwood) Hilberry. Jessy enjoyed makeup, and even more so, he loved doing makeup for others. He loved music, fashion, animals, and his momma!!...
Ashlye Ann Cuevas
May 3, 2023
Ashlye Ann Cuevas, 35, went home to heaven Wednesday morning, May 03, 2023 in Wiggins. She was born September 08, 1987 in Gulfport, the only daughter of Terry Glen and Leslye Ann (Powell) Cuevas. Ashlye came into this world smiling and did so most every day of her life. She grew up and lived in the Magnolia community of...
Billy Reginald Flake
May 2, 2023
Billy Reginald Flake, age 69, passed away on May 02, 2023 in Perkinston, Mississippi. He was born on July 14, 1953 to the late Billy M. and Danella Flake. Billy Reginald Flake was a one-of-a-kind man who will be dearly missed by all who knew him. He was known for being very outspoken and giving everyone a nickname. He...
James Thomas Cutrer
Apr 25, 2023
James "Goldie" Cutrer, 78, of Gulfport, passed away on April 25, 2023, at the Biloxi VA Hospital. James was born October 8, 1944, to JC and Sybill (Flowers) Cutrer, in Jackson, Mississippi. James was laid to rest at the Biloxi National Cemetery on Friday, April 28, 2023. James will be immensely missed by all who knew and loved him....