Obituaries

Se'er Levi Preston

Se'er Levi Preston

Nov 13, 2015

Se'er Levi Preston died Friday, November 13, 2015. Service is Monday, November 23, 2015 at 11:00 A.M. at BRADFORD-O'KEEFE FUNERAL HOME, 15th St, Gulfport

Miriam Wallace Scarborough

Miriam Wallace Scarborough

Nov 12, 2015

Miriam Wallace Scarborough, “Monkey” or "Mimi” to her family died Thursday, November 12, 2015 in Gulfport at the age of 98. Miriam was born in Biloxi on December 7, 1916 to Dr. George W. Wallace and Lillian Hewitt Wallace. Miriam was preceded in passing by her husband of 68 years, G.W. Scarborough; her parents; and her brothers, Hewitt Wallace and...

Robert James Oliver

Robert James Oliver

Nov 12, 2015

Mr. Robert James Oliver, age 84, of Ocean Springs, MS, passed away on Thursday, November 12, 2015, in Ocean Springs. Mr. Oliver was a resident of the coast since 1978. He was formerly employed with the Maintenance Department of the Ocean Springs School District. He also had worked at Picatiny Arsenal in Dover, NJ. He was of the Catholic faith....

Sammie Joe Hodges

Sammie Joe Hodges

Nov 12, 2015

Sammie Joe Hodges, Jr, age 52, a native of Jackson, MS and a resident of Gulfport, MS for the past 19 years, was called home by the Lord on Thursday, November 12, 2015. He was the beloved husband of Lisa Lynn Feliu; loving father of Zachary, Michael, Emma and Eli; the son of the late Sammie Joe Hodges Sr. from...

John  Lewis Chase

John Lewis Chase

Nov 11, 2015

John Lewis Chase, Jr., 49, passed away Wednesday, November 11, 2015 at the VA Hospice in Biloxi, MS. John was born at Tompkins County Hospital in Ithaca, New York on June 2, 1966. He lived in Trumansburg, New York until joining the United States Navy in 1987. He was stationed at the Naval Construction Battalion Center in Gulfport, MS, where...

Jerry Thacker

Jerry Thacker

Nov 10, 2015

Jerry Thacker, 71, of Gulfport passed away on November 10, 2015. She is preceded in death by her husband, Vaughn, mother Ann Watson, father Roland Beaver, sister, Dorothy Tidwell, and brother Jimmy Beaver. She is survived by two daughters, Linda (Wade) Miller, Tangie (Mel) Carrillo, 6 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and a brother Bobby (Sandra) Beaver. She retired from Whitney Bank...

Jeff Davis Dulaney

Jeff Davis Dulaney

Nov 9, 2015

Jeff Davis Dulaney, age 73, went home to be with our Lord on Monday, November 9, 2015. Jeff was born in Fulton, MS. He was a great artist who enjoyed drawing funny sketches to make people laugh. He served in the United States Army and received an Honorable Discharge in 1964. Jeff formerly worked as a welding instructor at Ingalls’s...

Thomas "Alex" Alexander Lundy

Thomas "Alex" Alexander Lundy

Nov 9, 2015

Thomas Alexander “Alex” Lundy, 57, of Vancleave, MS passed away Monday, November 9, 2015 in Vancleave. Alex was a native of Clarksdale, MS and the son of an Episcopal Minister. He lived in Ocean Springs, Clarksdale and Minnesota. Alex graduated from the University of Minnesota with a degree in Computer Science. He is preceded in death by his parents, Inez...

Jeffrey Dupont Holland

Jeffrey Dupont Holland

Nov 7, 2015

Jeffrey Dupont Holland, 42 years young, from Ocean Springs, MS. left his earthly home, November 7th, 2015, completely surrounded by family and loved ones who sang him to heaven. Jeff was born November 27, 1972 to the proud parents, Barry & Brenda Holland of Ocean Springs. He was preceded in death by his beloved grandparents, (paternal) Donald & Grace Holland,...

Robert "Bob" Anthony Carroll

Robert "Bob" Anthony Carroll

Nov 7, 2015

Robert A. (Bob) Carroll, a lifelong resident of Biloxi passed away at his home November 7, 2015. Carroll, 59, had been involved in many activities during his life. He was a 1974 graduate of Biloxi High. While at Biloxi High, Carroll was a member of the Indians' marching band and symphonic band. The highlight of his band years was marching...

Harold "Jack" Chastain

Harold "Jack" Chastain

Nov 6, 2015

Harold “Jack” Chastain went to his heavenly home in Pensacola Florida on Friday, November 6, 2015. He leaves behind his daughter, Laura; his son, Jim; and their families. Jack is also survived by his grandsons, Cole McClain and Jace Chastain; his sisters; Beth Hattaway and Mimi Perelle and their families. Jack was born on March 12, 1938 in Ft. Pierce,...

Dustin Heath "Dusty"  Freche

Dustin Heath "Dusty" Freche

Nov 6, 2015

Dustin Heath “Dusty” Freche Dustin Heath “Dusty” Freche, 35, passed away Friday, November 6, 2015. He was a longtime resident of Biloxi. Dusty was a devoted father and friend who never met a stranger. When not spending time with his family, he loved to fish. He was preceded in death by his father, Martin Freche; grandparents, Jesse and Mary Bullock;...

Jerry  Mathers  Lawson

Jerry Mathers Lawson

Nov 6, 2015

Jerry Mathers Lawson, age 76, of Ocean Springs, died Friday, November 6, 2015. Jerry was born in Sweetwater, Alabama. He attended the University of Alabama and was a lifelong Alabama football fan. He was an amazing father and grandfather, and he will be dearly missed. He is survived by his former wife and mother of his children, Louise Lawson; his...

Sherry  Sue Everett Glanemann

Sherry Sue Everett Glanemann

Nov 5, 2015

Sherry Sue Everett Glanemann was surrounded by her family when she went to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 5, 2015. Sherry was a lifelong resident of D’Iberville and graduated from D’Iberville High School in 1957 where she was Miss DHS. During high school, Sherry was known for being a very aggressive basketball player. She was very active in...

Kenneth Bland

Kenneth Bland

Nov 4, 2015

Kenneth Bland, age 52 of Biloxi died Wednesday, November 4, 2015 in Gulfport. Arrangements are incomplete at BRADFORD-O'KEEFE FUNERAL HOME, 15th Street, Gulfport. (228 865-0090)

Kenneth "Kenny"  Lee Ostrowski

Kenneth "Kenny" Lee Ostrowski

Nov 3, 2015

Mr. Ostrowski, 72, passed away Tuesday, November 3, 2015. A lifelong resident of the Biloxi/D’Iberville area, he was a retired heavy equipment operator for Harrison County Beat 5. He was preceded in death by his wife of 36 years, Phyllis J. Gibson Ostrowski. Kenny is survived by his daughter, Angela Ostrowski; son, Kenny Lee Ostrowski, Jr.; sister, Sandra (Billy Ray)...

Archie Dale Scarborough

Archie Dale Scarborough

Nov 3, 2015

Archie Dale Scarborough, age 63, of D’Iberville died Tuesday, November 3, 2015. Archie was born in Biloxi and was a longtime resident of D’Iberville. He was employed with the Harrison County Work Center in D’Iberville. He enjoyed fishing a crabbing. Archie will be remembered for his great personality, generosity and for having a heart of gold. Archie was preceded in...

Archie Dale Scarborough

Archie Dale Scarborough

Nov 3, 2015

Archie Dale Scarborough, age 63, of D’Iberville died Tuesday, November 3, 2015. Archie was born in Biloxi and was a longtime resident of D’Iberville. He was employed with the Harrison County Work Center in D’Iberville. He enjoyed fishing a crabbing. Archie will be remembered for his great personality, generosity and for having a heart of gold. Archie was preceded in...

Norma  David  Wilson

Norma David Wilson

Nov 3, 2015

Norma David Wilson, age 88, of Biloxi, died Tuesday, November 3, 2015. Norma was a lifelong resident of Biloxi. She was a charter member of La Petite Club and a member of Biloxi VFW Ladies Auxiliary and Golden Age. She loved to bowl, fish, going to Sunday brunches at the casinos and taking trips with her friends. She also enjoyed...

Deanna Barton  Delancey

Deanna Barton Delancey

Nov 1, 2015

Deanna Barton Delancey, 72, passed away Sunday, November 1, 2015. She was a lifelong resident of the Gulf Coast. Deanna was preceded in death by her parents, Melvin and Dorothy Barton; a sister, Myrna Husley and a brother, Larry Barton. She is survived by her husband, Howard Derald Delancey of Latimer; daughter, Regina Marie Delancey of Latimer; son, Dwayne (Angela)...