James "Jim" Earl Pendergrass

James “Jim” E. Pendergrass, age 66, passed away on Saturday, January 5, 2019 at his home. Mr. Pendergrass was a native and lifelong resident of Biloxi. He retired from the Biloxi Police Department in 1994 and worked for Harrah’s Gulf Coast Casino for over 20 years. He was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Mr. Pendergrass is survived by his wife of 42 years, Marie Pendergrass; son, Jason Pendergrass; brother, Charles Pendergrass; sisters-in-law, Jean Lightsey, Ahling Weldon, and Rose (Benard) Keller; and several nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 9, 2019 at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Friends may visit one-hour prior. Interment will follow at Biloxi City Cemetery. The Howard Avenue Chapel is in charge of arrangements. In Lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to St. Vincent de Paul c/o Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 2090 Pass Rd, Biloxi, MS 39531.