Obituaries

Aporn Hongkum Carlton

Aporn Hongkum Carlton

Nov 5, 2024

Aporn Carlton, 75, of Gulfport, passed away at home on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024, after a nine month battle with stage four pancreatic cancer. She was the second of 10 children of Gou and Sorn Hongkum, of Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand.Aporn worked in gaming on the Mississippi Gulf Coast from 1992 to 2024. Her last employer was Hard Rock Casino-Biloxi, where...

William Charles Shaw

William Charles Shaw

Nov 4, 2024

William “Bill” Shaw passed away on Monday, November 4, 2024 surrounded by family and loved ones.

If Bill were here, we wouldn’t have to tell you any of this because he would have already told you.

William's (Bill) life began in Des Moines, Iowa on October 20, 1942. Bill was a beloved sibling in a close-knit Catholic family of nine children.

He fell...

Kathleen Carolyn Summerhays

Kathleen Carolyn Summerhays

Nov 4, 2024

It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the passing of Kathleen Carolyn Summerhays, 72, of Saucier, Mississippi, a beloved mother, grandmother, and wife, who left us peacefully on Monday, November 4, 2024.

Kathleen was born in California on September 27, 1952. She was a remarkable woman whose love and kindness touched the lives of everyone she met. She loved classic...

William Duff Darnell

William Duff Darnell

Nov 4, 2024

William Duff Darnell, 51 of Ocean Springs passed away at his residence Monday, November 4, 2024.

Duff was born on September 30, 1973, in Cleveland, MS and was a devoted son, husband, father, brother, and friend. Known for his unwavering dedication to his country, Duff left a profound impact on all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Duff was a graduate...

Lionel "Rocky" E. Sentell, Jr.

Lionel "Rocky" E. Sentell, Jr.

Nov 4, 2024

“Rocky” Lionel E. Sentell, Jr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 4, 2024, at the age of 69. He was a lifelong resident of both Biloxi and Ocean Springs, Mississippi, he was known for his larger-than-life presence, his fierce loyalty, and his unshakable integrity. Born on July 4, 1955, at Biloxi Hospital...

Raymond H. Gustafson

Raymond H. Gustafson

Nov 3, 2024

Raymond H. Gustafson, age 78, died November 3, 2024, with family at his side.

Ray was born in Racine, WI, on December 13, 1945. He later moved to Chicago and then California to study Business and Mortuary Science. Ray became a resident of New Orleans and the Gulf Coast for over 20 years. He returned home to Wisconsin in 2015 to...

Michael Allen Collins

Michael Allen Collins

Nov 3, 2024

Michael Allen Collins, age 40, of Gautier passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2024.

No services will be held. Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home, 15th Street, Gulfport is honored to serve the family of Michael Collins.

Karl Fasold

Karl Fasold

Nov 3, 2024

Karl Joseph Fasold, age 96, of Gulfport passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2024.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph K and Anna Fasold, wife Deanne, infant daughter Kathleen, brother Joseph, and sister Annie Marie "Toots" Tisdale.

 Survived by a sister, Margaret Fasold of Las Vegas, daughter Ann of Gulfport, son & daughter-in-law, Karl J. Fasold, Jr. (Melita), two...

Gary Allen Nickles

Gary Allen Nickles

Nov 2, 2024

Gary Allen Nickles died on November 2, 2024, surrounded by his loving family at home. He was born on July 31, 1946 in Kansas City, Missouri.

 Gary led his life with integrity, humility, and quiet strength. As a husband, father, and brother, he was gentle and generous with his love, always eager to share his laughter. He never sought the spotlight,...

Darren Lee Wharton

Darren Lee Wharton

Nov 2, 2024

Darren Lee Wharton, 47, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away on Saturday, November 2, 2024 at UMMC in Jackson, MS.

Darren was born in Ocean Springs, MS. He received his GED, Business Degree, and many other awards and accomplishments. Darren worked for MAGCOR at MDOC as a printshop associate. He was a philosopher, mentor and man of God.

He was predeceased by...

Chad Aaron Merkle

Chad Aaron Merkle

Nov 2, 2024

Chad Aaron Merkle “Fairly Dangerous Man”, age 49 of Ocean Springs, MS, passed away at his home on Saturday, November 2, 2024.

Chad was born May 29, 1975, to his parents Darrell Merkle and Teresa Younker in El Paso, TX.

Chad was a devoted father and friend. He was the glue that kept our family together, an ocean of love.

He obtained his...

Rebecca "Becky" Stanley

Rebecca "Becky" Stanley

Nov 1, 2024

“I will not die an unlived life,”…and on November 1, 2024, Rebecca (Becky) Stanley passed unexpectedly from our world unto her next spiritual journey. Becky embraced life with her whole being in such a way that meaningfully connected all within her sphere of existence. She was the light in the lives of those who knew and loved her, and the...

Charlotte Ann Prevost Maniscalco

Charlotte Ann Prevost Maniscalco

Nov 1, 2024

Charlotte Ann Maniscalco, age 83, of Biloxi passed away on November 1, 2024. 

Charlotte was born on September 3, 1941 and was a native and lifelong resident of Biloxi. She was a devoted wife, mother, homemaker and caregiver. She loved spending time with her husband, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, playing bingo, and was also a long-time volunteer of the Boy Scouts...

Jeffery Allen Jones Jr.

Jeffery Allen Jones Jr.

Nov 1, 2024

Jeffery Allen Jones, age 48, passed away on Friday, November 1, 2024 at his home in Biloxi, MS.

Jeffery was born on November 19, 1975 in Greenville, MS to Jeffery Allen Jones, Sr. and Elizabeth Jones. He was a member of the Fleur de Lis Society and Krewe of Isadora, of which he was very proud. Jeffery was an avid watch...

Stephanie Anne Wolff

Stephanie Anne Wolff

Oct 31, 2024

Stephanie Anne Wolff, age 39, passed away on October 31, 2024, in Lafayette Parrish, LA. An extensive family survives her: her four children, Tyler, Salvatore, Cameron, and Sebastian; parents, Geri Cox and Paul Brazinsky; grandparents, Gerry Blandina, Sal Blandina (Jamie); four brothers, Justin (Izzy), Matthew, Joshua, and Elijah; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Stephanie was born in Patuxent River, MD...

Donn R. Mitchell

Donn R. Mitchell

Oct 31, 2024

Donn R. Mitchell Sr. (Paw-Paw to his family), 83, a lifelong resident of Biloxi, passed away on October 31, 2024.

A devoted family man, Donn was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. Samuel Sterling Mitchell and Mrs. Della Mae Pringle Mitchell; his brother, Samuel Sterling Mitchell Jr.

He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Marsha Bernich Mitchell; three sons,...

Joyce Marie Mathews Reynolds

Joyce Marie Mathews Reynolds

Oct 30, 2024

Joyce Marie (Mathews) Reynolds, 86 of Ocean Springs, MS, passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2024. She was born on May 9, 1938 in Waterloo, Iowa.

Prior to helping raise her grandchildren, Joyce was employed at The Peoples Bank, North Branch in D’Iberville, MS.

She was predeceased by her father, Charles C. Mathews, her mother, Eunice M. (Rummens) Mathews and her sister,...

Mary Elaine Holley

Mary Elaine Holley

Oct 29, 2024

Mary Elaine Holley passed away on Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at Gulfport Memorial Hospital surrounded by lived ones.

Elaine was born to Mary Casey Holley and John Ernest Holley. She spent her life working in the secretarial field and in banking and investment until she was 84 years old. Elaine was a fun loving, loyal, and faithful friend. Although she did...

William O. "Bill" de Bruler, Jr.

William O. "Bill" de Bruler, Jr.

Oct 28, 2024

William O. “Bill” de Bruler, Jr., 88, of Biloxi, MS passed away at 7:45 am on Monday, October 28, 2024 in D’Iberville.

Bill was born in Atlanta, GA on February 13, 1936 to William O. and Alice Heller de Bruler. He was a Korean War Veteran and retired as a Staff Sergeant from the U.S. Air Force. Bill was retired from...

Freda June Graham

Freda June Graham

Oct 27, 2024

Freda ‘June’ Graham, 71 from Ocean Springs died peacefully in her sleep Sunday, October 27, 2024.

She was born on April 14, 1953 to Floyd James Fuller and Sammie Lou May Fuller. She graduated high school from Pharr-San Juan-Alamo high school in TX. She was retired from the Ocean Springs school system as a Guidance Counselor Secretary.

She is predeceased by her...

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