Obituaries

Walter V. "P.I." Williams

Walter V. "P.I." Williams

Jan 20, 2024

Walter V. “P.I.” Williams, 83, passed away Saturday, January 20, 2024. P.I. was born August 2, 1940 in Biloxi, MS.

After graduating from Biloxi High School, he attended Perkinston Junior College (Gulf Coast Community College) on a basketball and baseball scholarship. Upon graduation from Perk, P.I. attended the University of Southern Mississippi and graduated in 1962 with a Bachelor of Science...

Patricia Watts Baker

Patricia Watts Baker

Jan 20, 2024

Patricia Watts Baker, 79, of Gulfport, MS passed away on Saturday, January 20, 2024 in Mobile, AL.

She was born on September 29, 1944 in Lumberton, MS to Marvin Bernell and Edith Watts.  Patricia received a Bachelor of Science degree from William Carey and Master of Science degree from the University of Southern Mississippi.  She was a retired school administrator for...

Ray H. Greenwood

Ray H. Greenwood

Jan 19, 2024

He was born on August 12, 1933 in Cherry Valley, AR and died on January 19, 2024 in Ocean Springs, MS.

Ray was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Jo Webb Greenwood; father, W.F. Bill Greenwood; mother, Julia Greenwood; sister, Odessa Willis; brother, Billy Greenwood; and stepson, Gary Chappell.

He is survived by his sister, Jane Young of Cherry Valley, AR;...

Juanna Richardson Recore

Juanna Richardson Recore

Jan 19, 2024

Juanna Richardson Recore, age 55, of Biloxi, passed away on Friday, January 19, 2024. Juanna was born on July 4, 1968, in Selma, Alabama. She graduated from Biloxi High School and later earned a BS degree from Nicholls State University in Thibodaux, LA. She taught school for a few years and later worked in real estate. Juanna was a member...

Hong Thi Nguyen

Hong Thi Nguyen

Jan 18, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Hong Nguyen, who left this world on January 18, 2024, at the age of 69. She was born on January 20, 1954, and her life was a testament to love, strength, and compassion. Hong showed kindness and generosity to all who had the privilege of knowing her. As we...

Judith Ann "Judi" Blakesley

Judith Ann "Judi" Blakesley

Jan 18, 2024

Judith Ann “Judi” Goodale Blakesley, 65, of Gulfport, MS died Thursday, January 18, 2024, in Gulfport.

 

Mrs. Blakesley was born in Greensboro, NC and had been a resident of Gulfport since 2004, moving here from Denver, CO.

 

Judi found joy in sharing her love of nature through her beautiful artwork.  She was a bright light, inspiration to many and loved by all. 

 

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Fred Hill

Fred Hill

Jan 18, 2024

Mr. Fred “Leon” Hill Sr., age 77, of Biloxi passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2024.

Leon was born on May 3, 1946 in Biloxi and was raised on Point Cadet. He worked as a shrimper and as a rigger at Ingalls. He also was a bus driver for Grand Casino and a bus driver for St. Martin School District for...

Patricia "Pat" Ann Miller

Patricia "Pat" Ann Miller

Jan 17, 2024

Patricia Ann Miller, known to her loved ones as Pat, peacefully passed away on January 17, 2024, at the age of 83 in Ocean Springs, MS.

She was born on October 31, 1940 in Olean, NY to Howard L. Cole and Flora M. Farrington Cole. Pat had a caring spirit and a zest for life that endeared her to all who...

Robert Louis Mobbs

Robert Louis Mobbs

Jan 17, 2024

Robert Louis Mobbs, 77, of Gulfport, MS passed away on Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at his home in Gulfport.

Mr. Mobbs was born in Oakland, CA and traveled before settling down, first in New Orleans, LA and then in Harrison County, MS.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Linda Mobbs; and five siblings.

Mr. Mobbs’ survivors include his children, Michele Matthews...

Auguste Anna-Louisa Patterson-Epperson

Auguste Anna-Louisa Patterson-Epperson

Jan 17, 2024

Auguste Anna-Louisa Christmann Patterson-Epperson, 94 of Biloxi, MS passed away on Wednesday, January 17, 2024.

She was born on November 2, 1929 in Kassel, Germany. She came to the U.S. in 1956 after marrying her first husband, Richard Patterson. They moved to Ocean Springs in the mid 1970’s. She was a member of the O.S. Hospital Auxiliary for twenty-five years,...

Julie Renee Trosclair

Julie Renee Trosclair

Jan 16, 2024

Julie Renee Trosclair, age 49, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2024.

Julie was born on September 20, 1974 in Laurel, MS to Roland and Mary Dubois Trosclair. 

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Julie’s survivors include her longtime companion, George McKay; her children, Kaylynd Trosclair and Kristian Trosclair; five grandchildren; and many brothers and sisters.

A graveside...

Samuel Edward Rushing

Samuel Edward Rushing

Jan 16, 2024

Samuel Edward Rushing, 51, of D’Iberville, MS passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at his home in D’Iberville.

Mr. Rushing was born on January 19, 1972 in California to Richard and Mary Bain. He received his Associates Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology. Mr. Rushing served in the U. S. Navy during Desert Storm. He would volunteer often for the sheriff’s...

Roberta Mary (Thayer) Hill

Roberta Mary (Thayer) Hill

Jan 16, 2024

Roberta Mary (Thayer) Hill, wife of US Marine Corps Sergeant Major (Retired) Harold A. Hill, passed away Tuesday, January 16, 2024 following a lengthy battle to recover from injuries suffered in an accidental fall.

Roberta is the daughter of the late Robert Ellsworth Thayer and Mary Lola (Edmister) Thayer of Beaver Dams, NY.  She was born June 23, 1940 in Cooperstown,...

Brian Craig Parker

Brian Craig Parker

Jan 15, 2024

Brian Craig Parker, age 59, of Gautier, MS, passed away at his home suddenly on Monday, January 15, 2024.

Brian was born on November 29, 1964 in Fort Knox, KY. He was a veteran of the US Army. He was an infantryman with and an expert at M16 and hand grenades. He served 2 years, 3 months. He was stationed in...

John "Johnnie" Carter Cook, Jr.

John "Johnnie" Carter Cook, Jr.

Jan 15, 2024

John “Johnnie” Carter Cook, Jr., 79 of Ocean Springs, MS passed away on January 15, 2024.

He was born on February 4, 1944 in New Orleans, LA to John and Vera Cook. He graduated from Ocean Springs High School in 1962 and attended the University of South MS. He worked in construction and sales. He served in the U.S. National...

George A. Peloquin

George A. Peloquin

Jan 15, 2024

 

George A. Peloquin, 65, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away Monday, January 15, 2024. George was born in Chicopee, MA to George and Marjorie Peloquin.

George retired from the United States Navy Seabee Unit. He was a veteran of Desert Sheild and Desert Storm. Following his retirement, he worked as an electrician.

He is preceded in death by his...

Larry Brian Migues

Larry Brian Migues

Jan 14, 2024

Larry Brian Migues, 58, of Vancleave, MS passed away Sunday, January 14, 2024. Larry was born December 21, 1965 in Biloxi, MS to Eules Migues Jr. and Agnes Migues. Larry attended schools in D’Iberville. After graduating, he sought a career in heavy equipment operation. He received his diploma and CDL license. Larry worked for several trucking companies and worked locally at...

Bobbie Nugent Parnell

Bobbie Nugent Parnell

Jan 14, 2024

Bobbie Nugent Parnell, 84, of Vancleave, MS passed away Sunday, January 14, 2024. Bobbie was born January 1, 1940 to Stanley and Josephine Fountain.

Bobbie was a native and lifelong resident of Vancleave. She was a member of LaRue Baptist Church and was cofounder of Parnell Construction. Bobbie was an incredible woman with a head strong personality. She loved sitting...

Charles W. Stanley, Jr.

Charles W. Stanley, Jr.

Jan 14, 2024

 

Charles W. Stanley, Jr., 77, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Sunday, January 14, 2024 in Gulfport.

Mr. Stanley was born on November 15, 1946 in Biloxi, MS to C.W. Stanley, Sr. and Mary Dorothy Bosarge. He worked for the U.S. Postal Service for 30 years. Mr. Stanley served in the U.S. Army and was very proud of being...

Peggy Jo Bass Daniels

Peggy Jo Bass Daniels

Jan 13, 2024

 

Peggy Jo Bass Daniels, age 92, of Ocean Springs, passed away on Saturday, January 13, 2024.

Peggy was born in Marion County on December 28, 1931.  When she was ten, her family moved to Picayune and then to Poplarville six years later where she lived until moving to Ocean Springs to live with her daughter several years ago.

Peggy...

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