Obituaries
Catherine Lamas Wiltz
Jan 19, 2025
Catherine Lamas Wiltz, 70, of Biloxi passed away peacefully in the care of St. Joseph Hospice in Gulfport in the early hours of January 19, 2025. Her son Jason was by her side.
Catherine was born on September 26, 1954, in Biloxi, where she attended Sacred Heart Girls High and played the flute in the kilted marching band. After graduating in...
Mattie S. Dalgo
Jan 19, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Mattie S. Dalgo, who left us peacefully on Sunday, January 19, 2025. Born on October 11, 1933, Mattie was a cherished member of our community, a beloved friend and mother.
She is preceded in death by her husband of 71 years, Jerry A Dalgo, Sr.; her parents, Everett and Lavert...
Andrew "Mike" Moore
Jan 19, 2025
Andrew "Mike" Moore, 51, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away Sunday, January 19, 2025. Andrew was born January 10, 1974 in Killeen, TX.
A funeral service will be held at 12 pm on Saturday, January 25, 2025 at the Ocean Springs Chapel of Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home. Friends are invited to visit one hour prior. Interment will follow at Crestlawn Memorial Park.
Please...
Mary Lou White Eastland
Jan 19, 2025
Mary Lou White Eastland was born on July 3, 1939 in McComb, MS, the eldest child of Mary Belle Barnes White and James D. White, Sr., both of McComb. Maternal grandparents were Jeanette Denson Barnes and Benjamin B. Barnes. Paternal grandparents were Mary Alice Reeves White and Cleon B. White.
She is survived by her son, Charles Lamar Eastland, Jr. and...
Tamera Lorraine Smith "Tammy"
Jan 18, 2025
Tamera Lorraine Smith “Tammy”, age 61, of Biloxi, MS, passed away on January 18, 2025.
Tammy was born on October 24, 1963 to parents, Jessie Scarbrough and George Schulz in Beaufort, SC.
She earned an associate’s degree from Tulane University. She was a dedicated manager at Animal Care Hospital, under Dr. Stephanie Stubbs, for 8 years. She enjoyed celebrating Mardi Gras, she...
Judy Drucella Johnson
Jan 16, 2025
Judy Drucella Johnson, age 74, of Gulfport, MS, passed away on Thursday, January 16th, 2025.
Judy was born on March 4, 1950 to parents, Geneva and James Martin in Lawrenceburg, TN.
She graduated from Madison Heights Highschool in 1968. She loved baseball, hockey, traveling, cooking and animals.
She is preceded by her parents and brothers, Danny Martin, Larry Martin, Glenn Martin, and sister...
William Jerry Murphy
Jan 16, 2025
William Jerry Murphy, age 88, passed away peacefully, going to be with his Lord and Savior on January 16, 2025, in Biloxi, MS.
Bill was born on February 1, 1938, in Algoma, Mississippi, to Jerry Colton Murphy and Analara Harwood Murphy. He attended Algoma High School then enlisted in the United States Army. Bill was deployed to Korea where he was...
Ethan Phi Văn Đặng
Jan 14, 2025
Với trái tim nặng trĩu, chúng tôi thông báo sự ra đi của Ethan Phi Văn Đặng, người đã rời bỏ thế giới này vào ngày 14 tháng 1, 2025, ở tuổi 24. Anh mang lại niềm vui và ánh sáng cho tất cả những ai đã quen biết, để lại dấu ấn không thể phai mờ trong cuộc sống...
Ethan Phi Van Dang
Jan 14, 2025
With heavy heart, we announce the passing of Ethan Phi Van Dang, who left this world on January 14, 2025, at 24 years old. He brought joy and light to all who knew him, leaving an indelible mark on the lives he touched.
Ethan Phi Van Dang was born in Mobile, Alabama, on September 4, 2000. He was born prematurely at...
Ronnie Earl Harvey, Sr.
Jan 14, 2025
Ronnie E. “Ron” Harvey, 80, passed away peacefully at home in Biloxi, MS, on January 14, 2025.
Born in Meridian, MS, Ron was preceded in death by his parents, Robert E. “Bob” Harvey and Frances McLelland Harvey, as well as three brothers: James Edwin “Jim” Harvey, Robert Lowry “Bobby” Harvey, and Steven Louis Harvey.
He is survived by his beloved wife of...
"Coach" Joey Waites
Jan 14, 2025
“Coach” Joey Waites, 81, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.
Coach Waites was born and raised in Bay Springs, MS. He graduated from Bay Springs High School in 1962 and graduated from Mississippi State University in 1967 with an Industrial Technology Degree.
Coach Waites was a huge inspiration to so many. He started...
Michael Charles Bass
Jan 14, 2025
Lifelong Biloxian Michael Charles Bass, 77, finally rejoined with his deceased loved ones and Creator on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. Mike passed peacefully with his wife sitting by his side.
Mike was preceded in death by his parents, Frank Paul and Aeoline Gabrich Bass; his brothers, Marion “Nunu” Cruthirds, Frank “Buddy” Bass; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He is survived by...
Scott Clifford Miller
Jan 13, 2025
Scott Clifford Miller, age 76, of Gulfport, passed away on Monday, January 13, 2025.
Scott was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Johnnie Miller; brother, Chris Miller; and sons, Matthew Scott Miller and Randall Miller.
Survivors include his loving wife, Marsha Rou Miller and his sister, Holly Miller.
Scott loved children and spending time with his two sons. He served in...
Etta Marie Mitchem
Jan 13, 2025
Etta Marie (Pullins) Mitchem, 75, of Gulfport, MS passed away on Monday, January 13, 2025 in Gulfport.
There are no services scheduled at this time.
Bradford O'Keefe Funeral Home, O'Neal Road, Gulfport is honored to serve the family of Etta Mitchem.
Jean Martinette Cirino
Jan 13, 2025
Jean Martinette Cirino was born on July 8, 1936 in Portsmouth, Val
She is preceded in death by her parents, Samuel, and Susie Martinette; husband of over 43 years, John B. Cirino; a sister, Suzanne Sanchez, and a step son, Chris Cirino.
Jean and John’s love story started in 1970 on a blind date. They later married and became a blended family...
John A. Simmons
Jan 12, 2025
John A. Simmons Jr., age 98, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025.
John was born to parents, John A. and Anna Gertrude Simmons on August 12, 1926 in Biloxi, MS.
Mr. Simmons was a WWII Veteran, serving in the US Navy. He was aboard the USS Cortland APA 75 as a landing boat coxswain. He retired from...
William Harris
Jan 11, 2025
Mr. William Harris, a veteran of the Vietnam War and longtime resident of Buffalo, New York, passed away peacefully in his home on January 11, 2025. He was known as Billy to his parents and childhood friends, and as Bill or Poppie by many.
Bill was born on June 7th, 1939 to Mr. John and Mrs. Marzie Chandler. Shortly after completing...
Jackie Eugene Rhodes
Jan 11, 2025
Jackie E. Rhodes "Dusty", age 71, passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2025.
Jackie was a longtime resident of the Mississippi Gulf Coast. He received his Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. He enjoyed helping other people, listening to Southern Gospel music on Sirius XM, and spending time with his favorite bird, Hobie. He also had...
Elia "Ellie" Testani Vasilopoulos
Jan 10, 2025
Elia “Ellie” Testani Vasilopoulos died peacefully at home in Biloxi, Mississippi on Tuesday, January 10, 2025 at the age of 85. She was surrounded by love and warmth as she walked into the arms of the Lord.
Ellie is survived by her children, Karen (Dan) Wachter of Franklin, Tennessee, granddaughter, Kari Ann (Joseph) Staley (great grandchildren, Mia Staley and Lucy Staley)...
Robert "Billy" W. Robertson
Jan 10, 2025
Robert “Billy” W. Robertson, 67, of Slidell, MS passed away Friday, January 10, 2025 peacefully at Slidell Memorial. He was born October 7, 1957 in Flint Michigan to James and Ruth Robertson.
Billy earned two associate degrees at Nicholls State and Delgado. He worked as a Tugboat Captain and a Physical Therapist Assistant. In his free time, he enjoyed shooting pool,...
Subscribe
Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries
