Obituaries
Helen Ramon Saunders
Sep 26, 2024
Helen Ramon Saunders "Happy Helen", 79, passed away Thursday, September 26, 2024. Helen was born June 19, 1945 in Biloxi, MS to John Ramon III and Adeline Leviens Ramon.
Helen was the heart of her family, and a proud Biloxi native. She attended school in Biloxi until the 10th grade. Later, after marrying her husband, Noah Saunders Sr., she accompanied him...
Donald "Buddy" Ray Tims Jr.
Sep 26, 2024
“Buddy" is survived by his daughter, Ashley (Austin) Rice; his son, Johathan Ray Tims; his sisters, Donna Robinson, Darlene (Kerry) Balius, and Debora (Jason) Batchelor; his nieces, Wendy (Colin) McGibboney, Karen (Casey) Sollberger, and Jessica Balius; his nephews, Darryl Balius and James Robinson; his great nieces, Audry (Lily) Cooper, Madison and Shannon McGibboney, and Elsa Trochesset; and his great nephews,...
Paul Lawrence "Butch" Halat
Sep 25, 2024
Paul Lawrence “Butch” Halat, age 79, of Ocean Springs, died on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, in Ocean Springs MS after a long and courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease.
He was born in Biloxi, MS on December 7, 1944 to Paul John and Margaret (Skrmetta) Halat.
His father owned the Biloxi Seafood Packing Company, and he loved spending time fishing, hunting, and being...
William "Bill" Gillies
Sep 25, 2024
William “Bill” Gillies, age 85, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, comfortably at his home surrounded by family & friends.
Bill was a long-time resident of the Mississippi Gulf Coast. He was born in Tylertown, NY on July 9, 1939. He earned an associate’s degree and certification in Quality Assurance. He was retired Air Force before working...
Thomas "T.C." Christian Plylar, Jr.
Sep 25, 2024
Thomas Christian “T.C.” Plylar, Jr. age 83, of Biloxi, passed away on Wednesday, September 25, 2024.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Tommie and Clara Plylar; and brother, Jim Stok.
He is survived by the love of his life, his wife of 58 years, Margaret Yates Plylar; son, Thomas C. Plylar III (Sissy); daughter, Rachel D. Plylar (Fulmer); 2 granddaughters...
Ryan Douglas McLaughlin
Sep 24, 2024
Ryan Douglas McLaughlin, age 36, of Fountain Hills, AZ, passed away on Tuesday, September 24, 2024.
There are no services scheduled at this time.
Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Ryan Douglas McLaughlin
Deborah Ann Woolery
Sep 24, 2024
Deborah Ann Woolery, age 60, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Tuesday, September 24, 2024.
Private services will be held.
Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Deborah Ann Woolery.
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Douglas Eric Denehie
Sep 24, 2024
Douglas Eric Denehie, 74 years old, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away Tuesday, September 24, at Singing River Hospital in Pascagoula, MS. Douglas was born July 19, 1950 in Paris, IL, to Robert Arther Denehie and Helma Holdaway Denehie.
Doug was 74 years old and a long-term resident of Ocean Springs. He was a specialist in the Army National Guard from...
Alfred Dale Williams
Sep 23, 2024
Alfred Dale Williams, age 87, from Long Beach, MS passed away in Ponce de Leon, Fl on Monday, September 23, 2024.
Mr. Williams was born in Steubenville, Ohio on August 9, 1937. After high school he served 3 years in the US Navy and then went on to serve in the US Army and retired in 1975 as Sgt First Class.
Mr....
Chayce Michael Parsons
Sep 23, 2024
Chayce Michael Parsons, 14 years old, of Biloxi, MS passed away Monday, September 23, 2024. Chayce was born December 29, 2009 in Warren, PA to Michael and Barbara Parsons.
As a 9th grader attending school in Biloxi, he enjoyed collecting sport cards, foreign currencies, vinyl records, Pokemon cards, play video games, throwing the football in the backyard, visiting the aquarium, and...
James Franklin Lewis
Sep 23, 2024
James Franklin Lewis, 81, of Gulfport, MS passed away on Monday, September 23, 2024 at his residence in Gulfport.
James was born in Gulfport to Roy and Mildred Lewis. He received an Associates Degree from Gulf Coast Community College and served in the US Navy then the MS Air National Guard where he retired after 22 years. He retired as a...
Robert Lynn Chavis
Sep 22, 2024
Robert Lynn Chavis, 72, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Sunday, September 22, 2024 in Gulfport.
Robert was a native of Memphis, TN and a longtime resident of the coast. He was a former casino dealer and an avid motorcyclist.
He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Cleo Buchanan Chavis; his brother, George Allen Chavis; and his sisters, Betty...
Claudia Ann Gagliano
Sep 21, 2024
Claudia Ann Gagliano, age 72, of Harahan, LA, passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2024.
Claudia was born in New Orleans, LA on November 23, 1951 and remained a resident of New Orleans until she moved to Harahan, LA.
Claudia was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Beliva Hussy Gagliano and daughter, Sandra Kelly.
Survivors include her daughter, Jennifer Byers; sister,...
Ronald Barnard
Sep 21, 2024
Ronald Barnard, age 79, of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2024.
Ron was preceded in death by his parents, Albert Barnard and Ruth Olsker. He is survived by his wife, Karen; son, Lance (Katie); and granddaughter, Stella.
Ron entered the Army at 17 and spent almost 2 years in Vietnam. During his service, he earned the Purple Heart, the...
Melissa Mangum Cospelich
Sep 21, 2024
Melissa Mangum Cospelich, 59, of Biloxi, MS passed away Saturday, September 21, 2024. She was born January 22, 1965 in Biloxi, MS to Robert Mangum Sr. and Joan Mangum.
She graduated from D’Iberville High School. Following graduation, she attended the University of Southern Mississippi, where she received a Masters Degree. Melissa then began her career as a social worker. In her...
Lillian Ruth Bateman Crowe
Sep 20, 2024
Lillian Ruth Bateman Crowe, age 85, passed away Friday, September 20, 2024.
Ruth was born in Franklinton, LA, on May 29, 1939 to Madison and Lillian Bateman. She learned her amazing work ethic growing up on a dairy farm. In her childhood, Ruth was surrounded by a close-knit extended family. Her selflessness, acceptance and love of everyone gained her lifelong friends...
Mr. Dovel Boles, Jr.
Sep 19, 2024
Mr. Dovel Boles Jr., 81, of Biloxi, MS, died Thursday, September 19, 2024 in Gulfport, MS. Dovel was born on August 15, 1943 to Dovel Boles and Mabel Powell Boles in Greenville, AL.
Dovel came to Biloxi with his parents when his father was stationed at Keesler AFB. He graduated from Biloxi High School and attended the University of Southern MS...
Michael Troy Previto
Sep 19, 2024
Michael Troy Previto, 59, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Thursday, September 19, 2024 in Biloxi.
Mr. Previto was born in Biloxi and was a lifelong resident of the coast. He was a beloved son and brother.
Mr. Previto's survivors include his parents, Tony Previto and Joyce Previto; his sister, Kimberly Broussard; and his brothers, Anthony Previto, Jr., Todd Previto and Toby...
Betty Lou Boyles Modlin
Sep 18, 2024
Betty Lou Boyles Modlin, 88, of Ocean Springs, MS, departed this life Wednesday, September 18, 2024. Mrs. Betty was born to Hardy and Easter Marie Smith Boyles in Waynesboro, MS, on Wednesday, November 13,1935. She was a Beautician in downtown Ocean Springs for 55+ years, a loving mother and wife. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She...
Mr. Hon Van Dao
Sep 17, 2024
Mr. Hon Van Dao, age 61, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Tuesday, September 17, 2024.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, September 25th, Thursday, September 26th and Friday, September 27th from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home, Howard Avenue in Biloxi.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 28, 2024 at Vietnamese...
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