James "Kirk" Halstead

James “Kirk” Halstead, 74, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away Saturday, October 26, 2024. Kirk was born July 3, 1950 in McAllen, TX to Earnest and Margaret Halstead.

Kirk was a 12-year student in the Ocean Springs school system, where he was voted Class President. He graduated with the class of 1968. He served in United States Coast Guard and reserves. Kirk was a member of many groups and activities such as, the first Jackson County Leadership, Head of the Chamber of Commerce, and lifelong President of the Krewe of HAPPY FEET, Pieds de Contents; and he served as Alderman of Ward 4 in Ocean Springs. Kirk was also a lifelong member of the First Presbyterian Church of Ocean Springs, where he held the positions of a Deacon and Elder, and was also a member of Stephen’s Ministry in church. Kirk was a member of Presbyterian Cursillo of MS

He is preceded in death by his parents, Earnest Wilder Halstead and Margaret Lewis Lemon Halstead; and his son, JK “Patrick” Halstead.

Survivors include his wife, Genevieve “Genny” Halstead; daughters, Beth Halstead Peterson (D.R. Peterson) and Sarah Halstead; sister, Bette Lynn Nersesian; grandchildren, Emily Duprey, Connor Shelby, BG Peterson, Margaret Grace Peterson, and Matthew Halstead; and great granddaughter, Ellisyn Guerrero.

A memorial service will be held at 11 am on Friday, November 1, 2024 at the First Presbyterian Church of Ocean Springs. Friends are invited to visit one hour prior. Interment will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Ocean Springs.

Bradford-O’Keefe Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Kirk Halstead.