Obituaries

Cody Mack Mercer

Cody Mack Mercer

May 18, 2023

Cody M. Mercer, age 30, passed away on Thursday, May 18, 2023

On June 27, 1992, a beautiful soul was born, Cody Mercer. He was a gentle hearted child who loved baseball and was very gifted at the sport. He often recalled his childhood and said those days of playing ball were some of his happiest moments. Cody also enjoyed...

Charles Taylor Veazey

Charles Taylor Veazey

May 18, 2023

Charles “Charlie” Taylor Veazey, age 81, of Vancleave, passed away on Thursday, May 18, 2023.

Charlie was born on August 31, 1941, in Attala Co. in McCool, MS to Benny Taylor Veazey and Jessie Mae (Lewis) Veazey. He graduated from Ethel High School and Christy Trade School. Charlie worked as an electrician at Ingalls Shipyard from 1974 to 2011. Prior...

Bettye Brashier Richards

Bettye Brashier Richards

May 17, 2023

 

It is with great sadness that the Bettye Richard's family announces her passing on Wednesday, May 17, 2023.

She was the daughter of the late Roy and Eldred Brashier.  She is survived by her husband, Eddie Richards; a daughter, Jamie Williams; a son, Hayden Richards; two sisters, Shelia (Steve) Rusk and Debbie Laney.  She leaves behind three grandchildren: Hailey...

Mary Jane Lang

Mary Jane Lang

May 17, 2023

Born January 11, 1926, Mary Jane Lang grew up in Philadelphia, Mississippi working in her family store, Williams Brothers. After meeting her husband Eaton A. Lang, Jr. at Ole Miss, she spent  most of her married life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast in Pass Christian. After Eaton’s death, Mary Jane moved to Birmingham, Alabama a decade later where she died...

Ira "Rinky" Royce Noble

Ira "Rinky" Royce Noble

May 16, 2023

Ira “Rinky” Royce Noble, 90 of Ocean Springs, MS passed away on May 16, 2023.

He was born on August 23, 1932 in Fountainbleau, MS to James W. and Henrietta. He graduated from Ocean Springs High School in 1951. He worked as the maintenance supervisor for Chevron. He served in the U.S. Navy. He enjoyed fishing and building.

Rinky was...

Sophie Kerwin

Sophie Kerwin

May 16, 2023

Sophie Kerwin, age 99, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away on May 16, 2023.

She was transferred to Mothe Funeral Home in Harvey, LA for services.

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Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Sophie Kerwin.

Jeanette Marie Lizana Saylor

Jeanette Marie Lizana Saylor

May 16, 2023

Jeanette Marie Lizana Saylor, 58 of Ocean Springs, MS passed away on May 16, 2023 in Ocean Springs, MS.

She was born on August 3, 1964 in Gulfport, MS to William Joseph Lizana and Julie Anne Pitalo. She graduated from Ocean Springs High School and Christ for the Nations. She enjoyed cooking, reading, praying, worshipping, and sharing the love of...

Mary Virginia "Ginny" Brumbelow

Mary Virginia "Ginny" Brumbelow

May 15, 2023

 

Mary Virginia “Ginny” Brumbelow, age 77, passed away on Monday, May 15, 2023.

Ginny, better known as MopMop, was born in Vicksburg, Mississippi, on March 10, 1946. After spending her childhood and some of her adult life in Natchez, she moved to the Mississippi Gulf Coast in 1976. She returned to Natchez for a short time before permanently moving...

Connie Elaine Calloway Fessler

Connie Elaine Calloway Fessler

May 14, 2023

 

Connie Elaine Calloway Fessler, 72, went to be with her heavenly Father May 14, 2023. She passed away peacefully at home in Woolmarket. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband, William J "Bill" Fessler; sister, Carol West of Gulfport; brother, John Calloway (Carla) of Willis, TX; and sister-in-law, Judy Calloway (Jack) of Port Charlotte, FL. She is...

Melba Ruth Layton Parkinson

Melba Ruth Layton Parkinson

May 14, 2023

Melba Ruth Layton Parkinson passed away on May 14, 2023.  Mrs. Parkinson was born on July 24, 1939 in Mendenhall, Mississippi to the late Henry Clifton Layton and the late Winnie Overby Layton. 

She is survived by her children, Dr. Rhonda Parkinson Clark, Jennifer Parkinson Burkes (Jeff), and Roy Parkinson, Jr. (Rhonda Kay); five amazing grandchildren, Tripp Parkinson (Kaitlyn),...

Patricia "Trish" Diane Lacy Perkins

Patricia "Trish" Diane Lacy Perkins

May 13, 2023

Patricia “Trish” Diane Lacy Perkins, age 81, of Gulfport passed away on May 13, 2023, of natural causes at Memorial Hospital.

Trish was born on October 7, 1941, in Denver, CO to Charles Lacy and Evelyn “Pat” O’Brien Lacy. She attended Littleton High School in Littleton, CO and took classes at Adams State University in Alamosa, CO. Trish married Brian...

Joshua Lee Anderson Sr.

Joshua Lee Anderson Sr.

May 13, 2023

Joshua Lee Anderson Sr., 35 of Vancleave, MS passed away on Saturday, May 13, 2023 in Vancleave, MS.

He was born on April 25, 1988 in Pascagoula, MS to Ronald E. Anderson Sr. and Cyndi Kell Anderson. He graduated from St. Martin High School. He was employed at Trident and was a volunteer Fire Fighter. He loved spending time with...

Walter Anibal Choc Choc

Walter Anibal Choc Choc

May 12, 2023

Walter Anibal Choc Choc, age 21, of Waynesboro, MS passed away on Friday, May 12, 2023.

There are no services scheduled.

Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Walter Anibal Choc Choc.

Nan L. Loyd Harrison

Nan L. Loyd Harrison

May 12, 2023

 

Nan L. (Lloyd) Harrison, 86, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Friday, May 12, 2023 in Biloxi.

Nan was a lifelong resident of Biloxi, who graduated from Sacred Heart Girls Academy and worked for South Central Bell and the Harrison County Tax Assessors Office before retiring. After retirement, she began traveling around the world to see locations such as...

Yvonne Cals Brady

Yvonne Cals Brady

May 12, 2023

Our beloved mother, Yvonne Cals Brady, age 86, of St. Martin peacefully passed away surrounded by her family on Friday, May 12, 2023, after a brief illness. 

She was born in Curwensville, PA on March 14, 1937, and was a lifelong resident of the Gulf Coast. She was a loving mother, grandmother and if she was your friend, you...

Keith Daniel Byrd

Keith Daniel Byrd

May 12, 2023

Keith Daniel Byrd, 74 of Biloxi, MS passed away on May 12, 2023.

Keith was a native of the Coast and a longtime resident of Biloxi.  He was a graduate of Biloxi High School and was a carpenter and handyman for most of his working career.  He enjoyed fishing and woodworking and was a long-standing member of the Biloxi Elks Lodge #606...

Joanne Dewberry Collins

Joanne Dewberry Collins

May 11, 2023

Joanne Dewberry Collins, age 90, of Mesa, AZ passed away on May 11, 2023.

Visitation will be held on Friday, May 26, 2023 at Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home, Howard Avenue in Biloxi, from 9:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow at Biloxi City Cemetery,

Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Joanne Dewberry Collins.

 

Polly Myles

Polly Myles

May 11, 2023

Mrs. Polly Myles passed away Thursday, May 11, 2023.

Additional arrangements and services will be provided by Trice Funeral Home in Thomaston, Georgia.

Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Mrs. Polly Myles

Edith Firth Fitzpatrick

Edith Firth Fitzpatrick

May 11, 2023

Our beloved mother, Edith “Edie” Fitzpatrick, age 82 of Biloxi, passed away on Thursday, May 11, 2023. Edie born on December 20, 1940. She was a long-time resident of the Mississippi Gulf Coast. She loved going to Boomtown and being surrounded by her friends. 

She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother and will be missed by everyone that knew her.

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SMSgt James Eugene Derrick

SMSgt James Eugene Derrick

May 10, 2023

 

SMSgt James Eugene Derrick (USAF retired), age 93, passed away on Wednesday, May 10, 2023 in Gulfport.

Mr. Derrick was a resident of the Armed Forces Retirement Home.

Survivors include his daughter, Brenda F. Wright of Mayflower, AR.

Mr. Derrick was transported from Bradford-O’Keefe Funeral Home, 15th Street, Gulfport to Ashby Funeral Home in Benton, AR for services and...

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