Obituaries

Ryan N. O'Donnell

Ryan N. O'Donnell

Aug 9, 2023

Ryan Nicholas O’Donnell passed away Wednesday, August 9, 2023, in Ocean Springs, MS, at the age of 51. For those who came in contact with him never left a stranger.  He helped many people in need.  Ryan will be truly missed by many of those who he considered family but by those he kept close as well. 

He was preceded...

Mary Simmons Parker

Mary Simmons Parker

Aug 9, 2023

Mary Simmons Parker, 83, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away at her home on Wednesday, August 9, 2023.

Ms. Parker was born in Biloxi on February 24, 1940. She was employed with Swingster in Ocean Springs for 21 years. Mrs. Parker loved bowling and socializing with her friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, McKinnley and Annie Simmons;...

Norma June Gollott Sentelle

Norma June Gollott Sentelle

Aug 9, 2023

Norma June Gollott Sentelle, 89 of Vancleave, MS passed away on Wednesday, August 9, 2023 in the comfort of her home.

She was born on June 29, 1934 in Biloxi, MS to Joseph Elmer Gollott, Sr. and Gwendola Extine Gollott. She owned an upholstery shop for over thirty years. She was extremely artistic and could make or create anything that...

Retired CMSgt Henry Alvin "Jody" Chatman

Retired CMSgt Henry Alvin "Jody" Chatman

Aug 8, 2023

 

Retired CMSgt Henry Alvin “Jody” Chatman, 83, of Biloxi, MS passed away Tuesday, August 8, 2023. Henry was born December 25, 1939.

He proudly served in the United States Air Force for 30 years. 

A graveside service will be held at 11 am on Monday, August 28, 2023 at Biloxi National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests...

Robert William Fell, Jr.

Robert William Fell, Jr.

Aug 8, 2023

Robert William Fell, Jr., age 76, of Biloxi, passed away on Tuesday, August 8, 2023.

Mr. Fell was born on August 19, 1946, in Detroit, Michigan to Robert W. Fell, Sr. and Elizabeth Hunt Fell. His mother died when he was a toddler, and he was raised by his father and his father’s loving wife, Catherine Fell. Mr. Fell...

Candido "Andi" Ramos Apple

Candido "Andi" Ramos Apple

Aug 8, 2023

Candido “Andi” Ramos Apple, 58, of Biloxi, MS passed away Tuesday, August 8, 2023. Andi was born August 3, 1965 in the Philippines.

Andi served in the United States Navy and he had a love for all things car related.

He is survived by his sibling, Teresita Blair.

No services are being held at this time.

Bradford-O’Keefe Funeral Home is...

Willis "Bill" R. Budnick

Willis "Bill" R. Budnick

Aug 7, 2023

 

Willis R. (“Bill”) Budnick peacefully ascended to the arms of his Lord on August 7, 2023.  Bill was born in Wayne County, Michigan, on September 24, 1939, to Ralph and Aeza Budnick.  Bill developed a lifelong love of motorcycles and joined the U.S. Air Force while in Omaha, Nebraska, in 1962 and was honorably discharged in February of 1964. ...

Sally Mae Kelly

Sally Mae Kelly

Aug 6, 2023

 

Sally Kelly, 90, of Gulfport, MS entered peacefully into God’s Kingdom on August 6, 2023, at home in Chicago, IL, surrounded by many of her adoring family members who had lovingly cared for her in her final years.

Sarah “Sally” Mae Hayman was born February 27, 1933, in Davenport, Iowa. The youngest of 5 children to parents Elizabeth and...

Maria Graciela Villalobos Cuevas

Maria Graciela Villalobos Cuevas

Aug 6, 2023

We lost our dearest mama and the matriarch of our family, Maria Graciela Guillermina Villalobos Cordova de Cuevas, 86 of Ocean Springs, MS peacefully on August 6, 2023 surrounded by family at Angel Oaks Personal Care Home.

She was born on February 10, 1937 in Antigua, Guatemala, Central America, to Leopoldo Villalobos Herrera and Maria Cristina Cordova de Villalobos....

Brother Bill Renick

Brother Bill Renick

Aug 5, 2023

 

Billy “Bro. Bill” Ross Renick, age 73, passed away peacefully with his family by his side, singing and praising Jesus on Saturday, August 5, 2023 at Springhill Senior Residence in Mobile, AL. Bro. Bill was born on March 11,1950 in Hattiesburg, MS to Rev. Ottis Bryan “OB” and Elizabeth Renick.

Bro. Bill was a lifelong resident of St. Martin,...

Sarah Lott Ladner

Sarah Lott Ladner

Aug 5, 2023

 

Sarah Marie Lott Ladner, 86, of Saucier, died Saturday, August 5, 2023 in Gulfport.

Mrs. Ladner was born in Pearl River County and was a resident of Gulfport most of her life.  She was a member of Saucier Holiness Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Hartsell A. Lott and a son, James Donald Lott.

Survivors include...

Jodie Leann "Jo Jo" Cooley Baker

Jodie Leann "Jo Jo" Cooley Baker

Aug 5, 2023

 

Jodie Leann “Jo Jo” Cooley Baker, 32, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Saturday, August 5, 2023 in Ocean Springs.

Jodie was born on December 7, 1990 in Killeen, TX. She enjoyed writing, reading, gardening and especially spending time with her daughter. Jodie had a huge heart and no matter how difficult moments were, she always had the biggest...

Raymond Wilfred Robichaud

Raymond Wilfred Robichaud

Aug 4, 2023

Raymond Wilfred Robichaud, age 88, died in Ocean Springs, MS on August 4, 2023.

He had recently moved back to South Mississippi where he always loved the people and the area. He was a long- time resident of Cumberland, RI, but also lived in Pascagoula, MS from the late 1950’s to the early 1980’s. After serving in the US Navy...

Timothy "Tim" Mark Gearheart

Timothy "Tim" Mark Gearheart

Aug 4, 2023

 

Timothy “Tim” Mark Gearheart of Gulfport, MS, passed away Friday, August 4, 2023, at the age of 65.

He was born in Atlantic, Iowa, April 6, 1957 to Floyd Gearheart and Jean Brindley Gearheart.  He graduated from Atlantic High School in 1975.  Tim loved his dogs, boxers were his passion, and he also enjoyed his mustang convertibles.

He was...

Austin Seth Jordan

Austin Seth Jordan

Aug 4, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Austin Seth Jordan, age 25. 

Austin was born in Gulfport MS on November 21, 1997, and went to be with the Lord on August 4, 2023.  Austin graduated from Gulfport High School with honors.  He was heavily involved with marching band and loved the music and the camaraderie. ...

Terry Joseph Holtz

Terry Joseph Holtz

Aug 3, 2023

Terry Joseph Holtz, age 60, passed away on Thursday, August 3, 2023, at the Ocean Springs, MS, family home. A Mass of Christian burial will be at Saint Elizabeth Seton Catholic Church, 4900 Riley Road, Ocean Springs, MS, at 11:00 am Saturday, August 5, 2023, preceded by visitation from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at the church. Burial will immediately...

Avacyn Christine King

Avacyn Christine King

Aug 2, 2023

Avacyn Christine King passed away on Wednesday, August 2, 2023.

Avacyn was a sparkling little firecracker. Although she hadn’t been introduced to the world yet, she made sure to remind everyone that she was already the star of the show. She had a feisty nature about her, from the second her lively kicks were starting to be felt.

Among her...

Frances Shivers Teringo

Frances Shivers Teringo

Aug 2, 2023

Frances Shivers Teringo, born in 1935 in Bassfield, Mississippi, passed away at the age of 88 on August 3, 2023 in Gulfport, Mississippi.

Frances was preceded in death by her husband, Major James K. Teringo; her parents. Clem and Jewel Shivers; and her sisters. Amanda Moree, Nell Morrison, Betty Lee, Audry Bailey and Pat Bullen.

She is survived by her...

Mary Ann Collier

Mary Ann Collier

Aug 2, 2023

Mrs. Mary Ann Collier, 76, of Gulfport, MS died Wednesday, August 2, 2023.

The following is a correction to the previous service announcement.  A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at 12:30 p.m. at  Biloxi National Cemetery.

Bradford O'Keefe Funeral Home, O'Neal Road, Gulfport, is honored to serve the Collier family.

William Rhodes, III

William Rhodes, III

Aug 1, 2023

William Rhodes, III passed away on Tuesday, August 1, 2023.

He was transferred to Nowell-Massey Funeral Home in Louisville, MS for services. 662-418-2497

https://www.nowellmasseyfuneralhome.com/obituaries/William-Tully-Rhodes/#!/TributeWall

Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of William Rhodes, III.

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