Obituaries
Roland Joseph Diaz, Sr.
Dec 12, 2020
Roland Joseph Diaz, Sr., 91, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away Saturday, December 12, 2020 in Meridian, MS. Mr. Diaz was born in D’Iberville, MS on April 16, 1929 to Elinor Trochesset Diaz and Joseph Paul Diaz. He graduated from Jeff Davis Community College and retired from the U.S. Army as well as from Ingall’s Shipbuilding. In his prime, Mr....
Henry J. Burkle
Dec 12, 2020
Henry J. Burkle, died Saturday, December 12, 2020, at his home in Biloxi, MS, at the age of 99. He joined the Army Air Corps in 1941. He spent his military career performing numerous duties. He graduated from Officer Candidate School at Keesler AFB. He served in World War II and served in Korea. After 28 served years of service...
Vernon John Lepre, Jr.
Dec 12, 2020
Vernon John Lepre, Jr., 76, of D’Iberville, MS went to his final resting place on Saturday, December 12, 2020 after a long battle with cancer and other medical complications. He was born on February 4, 1944. He attended St. Theresa Catholic School and graduated from D’Iberville High School in 1962. After graduating, he served in the Army National Guard Reserves...
Michael Dennis Fortier
Dec 12, 2020
Michael Dennis Fortier of Ocean Springs, Mississippi, passed away on the evening of December 12th, 2020 at the age of 78. Michael, or “Mike” (as he was known by close friends and family) was a hard-working businessman, loving father, and proud retiree of the United States Air Force. Born in Waterville, Maine, he moved several times throughout his life, residing...
Barbara Louise Parker
Dec 12, 2020
Barbara Louise Parker, 77, of Biloxi, MS passed away Saturday, December 12, 2020 in Ocean Springs. Mrs. Parker was a native of Pearl River County, MS and a longtime resident of St. Martin. She retired from West Jefferson Hospital in New Orleans, LS as a registered nurse. Mrs. Parker was of the Pentecostal faith. She was preceded in death by...
Nancy Lee Riedinger
Dec 12, 2020
Nancy Lee Riedinger, 77, died December 12, 2020, with her family by her side in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. She was born January 23, 1943, in East Liverpool Ohio to George and Mary Ellen Fowler. Anyone who had the privilege to meet Nancy knows that she had a passion for helping others, and that is why she became a nurse. Nancy...
Donald Francis Cox
Dec 11, 2020
Donald Francis Cox, age 77, of Biloxi, MS was born November 9, 1943 in Weymouth, MA. Don’s soul departed this earth on December 11, 2020 and began its journey to his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Many family members preceded him in death, including: parents, John Sr. and Isabelle Cox; brothers, John Jr., Edward, James, and Bobby; sisters, Muriel, Beverly,...
Patricia Ann Dearing Ward
Dec 11, 2020
On December 11, 2020, Patricia Ann Dearing Ward gained her wings. She was born to Auffie Lee and Minnie V. Dearing on March 10, 1939. Known as Momma, Nana, Aunt Pat, and friend, she leaves a legacy of grace and love to everyone who had the distinct pleasure of meeting her. Patricia was a mother and wife first, but ultimately...
Michelle Renee Schneider
Dec 11, 2020
Michelle Renee Schneider, age 59 of Pass Christian, MS passed away in Gulfport, MS on Friday, December 11th, 2020. Michelle was born in England. After traveling with her family in the Air Force, they settled in Ocean Springs, MS. She graduated from St. Martin High School and attended college at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. She enjoyed her work of...
Thomas Eugene "Gene" Slade
Dec 11, 2020
CMSGT Thomas Eugene “Gene” Slade, (USAF, MSANG Ret), 88, of Vancleave, passed away peacefully at home, December 11, 2020. Gene was born May 17, 1932 in Lamar County, MS, to William A. and Ava Slade. He graduated from Forrest County Agricultural High and enlisted in the USAF in 1952 during the Korean Conflict, but his unit was sent to Germany...
Kenneth Foreman
Dec 10, 2020
Kenneth Foreman, Sr., age 76, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away on December 10, 2020. Ken was a loving husband to his wife, Patsy Acreman Foreman of 54 years. Together they had three sons, Kenneth Jr. (Amanda), Scott (Patti), and Craig (Kerry), all of Ocean Springs. He was a devoted “Grandpa” to Dallas, Jamie, Hayley, Destiny, Noah, Thomas Alan, Zack,...
Phyllis Mattina Gigl
Dec 10, 2020
Phyllis Mattina Gigl, 70, passed into Heaven on December 10, 2020 after a brief hospital stay. She was married to the late David Joseph Gigl. They were blessed with two children: Candice Rae Gigl, and David J. Gigl Jr. (Melissa); six grandchildren, William, Stephen, Jane (Matt), John, Jesse and Madie. Phyllis is also survived by one sister Cassandra Mattina Griswold....
Mary Nell Emile
Dec 9, 2020
Mary Nell Emile, 83 of Ocean Springs passed away peacefully surrounded by family December 9, 2020. She was preceded in death by her mother, Clorena Kates, her Father, Leander Hoda, and her sister, Inez Rudloff. She is survived by her children, Sandra Dubaz, Sharon (Don) Langham, George (JoAnn) Emile, Connie (Pat) Firmin, Wayne (Angie) Emile, Cindie (Jamie) Griffin, and Shari...
Mary Jane Marsland
Dec 9, 2020
Ms. Mary Jane Marsland, our precious and loving mother, passed away peacefully today with family by her side, December 9, 2020. She devoted her life to her children and grandchildren, always putting their needs ahead of her own. The consummate mediator, she was the glue that held our family together. Late in life she began a new career as the...
Anna Mae Savastano Viator
Dec 7, 2020
Mrs. Anna Mae Savastano Viator, age 87 of Biloxi, passed away Monday, December 7, 2020. Mrs. Viator was born and raised in Plaquemines Parish, LA along the banks of the Mississippi River in the Braithwaite Community. Anna Mae moved to Biloxi in the early 50’s when she married her husband, Daniel “Warren” Viator, Sr. They were married for sixty-five years...
Harold V. Sumners
Dec 7, 2020
Harold V. Sumners, Jr. passed away peacefully and went to be with the Lord on Monday, December 7, 2020, at the age of 75. Mr. Sumners is survived by his loving wife, Sharon, two children: Heather Purdy (David) and Harold Sumners III. He also leaves behind two grandchildren, Finn and Jackson Purdy. He is lovingly remembered by his sister, Patricia...
John Leslie Dockens
Dec 7, 2020
John Leslie Dockens, age 59, got his celestial legs on December 7, 2020. A swimming accident at 16 left him paralyzed from the chest down. John was born on August 5, 1961. He worked as a civilian employee at KAFB for 25 years, earning many accolades and awards, including Civilian Employee of the Year. He taught himself computers inside and...
Roland Matthew Trebotich
Dec 7, 2020
Roland Matthew Trebotich, age 83, passed away on Monday, December 7, 2020. Mr. Trebotich was born on November 10, 1937 and was a native and longtime resident of Biloxi. He retired from the U.S. Postal Service and was a lifelong member of the Slavonian Benevolent Association (Slavic Lodge). He was a longtime volunteer of the Lord is my Help. He...
James Doyle Casey
Dec 6, 2020
James Doyle Casey, age 82, of Latimer passed away on December 6, 2020. Mr. Casey was born on November 11, 1938 in Latimer, Mississippi to parents N.J. and Velma Casey. He attended St. Martin High School, and then went on to attend Perk. He worked at Ingalls Shipbuilding and MDOT, and was awarded MDOT Employee of the Quarter. He served...
Charles "Chuck" Edward Teston
Dec 6, 2020
CMSgt Charles “Chuck” E. Teston (USAF Retired), died Sunday, December 6, 2020 in Gulfport, MS at 86 years of age. He had been a resident of the MS Gulf Coast for many years, living in Gulfport, MS. Chief Teston entered the United States Air Force January 7, 1954. He was a graduate of the USAF Senior NCO Academy, NCO Academy,...
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