Jun 7, 2023

"Butch" Leroy McQueen, 74, of Wiggins, MS., peacefully entered his heavenly rest, Wednesday, June 7, 2023, in his home, surrounded by his family.  Butch, as everyone knew him, was born in McHenry, on August 5, 1948, to the late Leroy and Jeanette (Saucier) McQueen, Sr.  Butch grew up in the McHenry and Perkinston area, mastering auto mechanics and his...

Jun 6, 2023

Jewel Lavander Smith, 84, passed away June 06, 2023, surrounded by his loving family at his home Lumberton. He was born on August 19, 1938 at the family home outside Poplarville, the third of five children to Lawrence Hurley and Melvina (Lee) Smith. He grew up in the White Sand community of Pearl River county where he loved fishing...

Jun 6, 2023

Ralph “Rip” Edward McCarty, 68, passed away on June 6, 2023, in Wiggins, MS. He was born on August 29, 1954, in Wiggins, MS, to his parents Henry and Johnnie McCarty.

Rip was a dedicated individual, serving in the Navy, Navy Reserve, and later working as a US Division Manager for Schlumberger International Oil Company. Rip's adventurous...

Jun 5, 2023

Jesse Lee Clark, 70, of Natchez, MS passed away early Monday morning, on June 5, 2023, at the University Medical Center in Jackson.  Jesse was born on January 19th, 1953, in Natchez to the late Earl L. and June (Glossl) Clark. Jesse loved to travel the country,  he lived as far west as Arizona and as far east as...

Jun 2, 2023

Betty Dianne Jordan Thompson, known to her friends and family as Dianne, passed away peacefully on June 2, 2023, in Gulfport, MS. Born on October 4, 1952, in Poplarville, MS, she was the beloved daughter of the late John Paul Jordan Sr. and Mildred Lee Smith. Dianne was a devout Christian who found great joy in reading the Bible...

Jun 1, 2023

Bernice Broadus, 85, passed away June 1st, 2023 at her home in Saucier, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on February 04, 1938 in Poplarville, the third of eight children to Robert Steve and Lorena (Seal) Head. Bernice grew up outside Poplarville in rural Pearl River County near Wolf River, where the family had a small farm....

May 29, 2023

Charles Louis McKenzie, 71 , passed away on May 29, 2023 at his home at in Perkinston. Charles was born on August 04, 1951 in New Orleans, LA, the youngest of three children James Kratzer and Lillian (Bing) McKenzie. He grew up in the Big Easy and enjoyed fishing, music, and writing. He never missed a chance to go...

May 29, 2023

Billy Ray Cuevas, 75, passed away on May 29, 2023 in Perkinston, MS. Born on August 16, 1947, in Gulfport, MS to Melvin and Willie Shavers Cuevas. Billy lived a fulfilling life defined by love, service, and strong connections. After graduating from Harrison Central High School, he proudly served in the Marines, displaying his unwavering dedication to his country....

May 26, 2023

Carl C. Christensen Sr, passed away on May 26, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, devotion, and family values. Born on February 6, 1948, in the old hospital on Howard Ave in Biloxi, Carl was the third of five children, growing up in a close-knit community on the point. From an early age, Carl followed in his...

May 26, 2023

Herman Lucious Stokley, 84 of Waynesboro, passed away Friday morning, May 26, 2023 at Wayne General Hospital. He was born July 17, 1938 in Waynesboro, one of twelve children to parents Shirley and Arentha Stokley. He grew up in the area and has called the Waynesboro area home his entire life. Herman joined the US Army and was honorably...

May 24, 2023

John Dale Comeaux, Jr., 53, was critically wounded in an accident on I-59 in the early morning hours on May 24, 2023. He was born on July 10, 1969 in New Orleans, the oldest of three boys to John Dale, Sr. and the late Patricia Gail (Bailey) Comeaux. John grew up in New Orleans and Kenner where he enjoyed...

May 24, 2023

Dallas Cherokee Quick, 49 of Wiggins, lost her brief battle with cancer Wednesday morning, passing away at West Jefferson Medical Center in Marrero, LA. She was born on December 29, 1973 in Union City, IN, the second of four children and the only daughter to Bobby Gene, Sr. and Parepa Kay (O'Dell) Pouder. Dallas grew up between Watonga, OK...

May 23, 2023

Steven Clay Alison, 65, of the Millard community, passed away on May 23, 2023, in his home, surrounded by his loving family. Steven was born on May 31, 1957, in Cordalaine, ID to his parents Henry and Alice (McGuire) Alison. Steven will be remembered as a loving husband, father, and grandfather by those who loved and cherished him. He...

May 22, 2023

Pauline Ann Strahan, 82, of Lumberton, passed away peacefully at home, on Monday, May 22, 2023. Pauline was born on March 5, 1941, to Paul and Regina Martin, in New Orleans, LA. At just twenty years old, Pauline married the love of her life, Joe Strahan, and after sixty-two years of marriage, they managed to only spend three nights...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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....