Obituaries

Judith Ross

Judith Ross

Feb 23, 2023

Judith Annette Tiblier Ross, age 83, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Thursday, February 23, 2023.

Judith was born on December 5, 1939 in Biloxi, MS to the late Jules Tiblier and Virgie Mallette Tiblier. She was a native and lifelong resident of the Gulf Coast. She was former member of Ramsey Creek Baptist Church and a volunteer at Merit...

Faye "Mamaw" Saylor

Faye "Mamaw" Saylor

Feb 23, 2023

 

Margaret “Mamaw” Saylor, 83, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away on Thursday, February 23, 2023 in D’Iberville.

Mrs. Saylor was born in Williamsburg, KY and was a resident of the coast for the past 32 years. She loved spending time with her family and taking care of her grandchildren. Mrs. Saylor enjoyed gardening and puzzle books.

She was preceded...

John "Jack" Albert Matthews

John "Jack" Albert Matthews

Feb 22, 2023

 

John “Jack” Albert Matthews passed away on Wednesday, February 22, 2023.  He was born October 19, 1937, in Pittsburgh, PA, to parents Alvin Matthews and Mary Leeds Matthews.

John was preceded in death by his wife Eleanor Oliana Matthews, brothers Alvin Matthews and James “Jim” Matthews, and son Michael Scherer.  He is survived by children Marion Matthews, Catherine Scherer, John...

James M. Lancaster, Sr.

James M. Lancaster, Sr.

Feb 22, 2023

The Reverend Deacon James (Jim) M. Lancaster, Sr., age 82, passed away on Wednesday, February 22, 2023, at his home in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. 

He was born on November 1, 1940 in Greenville, MS, to Archie and Irma Lancaster.  He was a member of St. John’s Episcopal Church in Ocean Springs where he served as deacon and was active in...

Joseph St. Amant

Joseph St. Amant

Feb 22, 2023

Joseph Elliot St. Amant, age 53, of Biloxi, Mississippi passed away on February 22, 2023.

Joseph was born on September 8, 1969 to Bernard and Martha St. Amant in Biloxi, Mississippi. He graduated from Biloxi High School in 1987. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Human and Health sciences from the University of Southern Mississippi. He later received...

Vien Thi Nguyen

Vien Thi Nguyen

Feb 21, 2023

Vien Thi Nguyen, 66, of D'Iberville, MS passed away Tuesday, February 21, 2023. Mrs. Nguyen was born March 14, 1956 to Duc and Vien Nguyen.

In her free time, Mrs. Nguyen enjoyed gardening, knitting, and spending time with her grandkids when they visited.

Survivors include her husband, Ban Van Le; and children, Thuc Le (wife: ThaoLy Vo) and family,...

Consuelo Lee

Consuelo Lee

Feb 20, 2023

 

Mrs. Consuelo Lee, age 76, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Monday, February 20, 2023 in Biloxi in her sleep.

Mrs. Lee was born on December 28, 1946 in Angeles City, Philippines. She was the beloved wife of Kim Lee for 48 years. Mrs. Lee loved cooking and taking care of her family.

Mrs. Lee was preceded in death...

Robert Draughn Statzer

Robert Draughn Statzer

Feb 20, 2023

Robert Draughn “Bobby” Statzer, 54, of Gulfport, MS passed away on Monday, February 20, 2023 in Gulfport.

Bobby was born in Farmville, VA on June 10, 1968 to William Bernard Statzer and Marjorie Marye Cox Statzer.  He attended Prince Edward Academy and served in the US Navy Seabees.  He was the owner of Statzers Outdoors and was a lifelong ham radio operator.

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Kenneth Everitt Necaise

Kenneth Everitt Necaise

Feb 20, 2023

Kenneth Everitt “Cracky” Necaise, 76, of Long Beach, MS passed away Monday, February 20, 2023 at Gulfport Memorial Hospital.

He was born September 17, 1946 to Everitt Necaise and Florence Rider.  He attended St. Thomas Elementary and Long Beach High School.  Kenneth was employed by Frito-Lay and Dickie’s Potato Chip Company.

Kenneth was preceded in death by his parents and...

Billy Joe Gilson Sr.

Billy Joe Gilson Sr.

Feb 19, 2023

 

Billy Joe Gilson Sr., 82, of Vancleave, MS passed away Sunday, February 19, 2023. Billy was born April 30, 1940 to George and Hazel Gilson.

Though he was a native to Arkansas, Billy resided on the Mississippi Gulf Coast for over 60 years and worked as a truck driver. He was a beloved father, grandfather, and friend. Billy was...

Nola Fritz Jones

Nola Fritz Jones

Feb 18, 2023

Nola Fritz Jones, 93, of Biloxi, MS passed away Saturday, February 18, 2023. Mrs. Jones was born May 12, 1929.

A funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Monday, February 27, 2023 at the Howard Avenue Chapel of Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home. Friends are invited to visit at 10 AM. Interment will be at Coalville Cemetery.

Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral...

Howard Rutland

Howard Rutland

Feb 18, 2023

Charles Howard Rutland, age 80, of Gulfport passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 18, 2023.

Originally from Mount Olive, Mississippi. Howard was preceded in death by his father, Leff Rutland and mother, Molly Speed Rutland; brothers, John, Lawrence and Jerry Rutland; sister, Ann Helm; and beloved wife of 58 years, June Kahler Rutland.

He is survived by his daughter, Larissa...

James William "JW" Short

James William "JW" Short

Feb 17, 2023

James William “JW” Short, 86, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Friday, February 17, 2023 in Biloxi.

JW was born in Hugo, OK on June 4, 1936 to Mark Short, Sr. and Eloise Harding Short. He was a servant leader in many ways, serving over 25 years in the United States Army, retiring as a Lt. Colonel; a more recent...

Conrad George Howell

Conrad George Howell

Feb 16, 2023

Conrad George Howell, 81 of Gulfport, MS passed away Thursday, February 16, 2023 in Gulfport.

George was born in Rosehall, Jamaica on December 15, 1941 to Walvin Howell and Tiller Miller Howell.  He finished primary school in Jamaica and attended an IT trade school in Atlanta, GA.  He was employed at the water commission in Jamaica and as a real...

Edith "Joan" Keller

Edith "Joan" Keller

Feb 16, 2023

Edith “Joan” Keller, affectionately known as Mawmaw Bear, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Thursday, February 16, 2023 at the age of 75.

Joan was born on March 8, 1947 in Biloxi where she was raised on “The Point” and remained a longtime resident of the Coast. She was happiest when sharing me with her family. Her selflessness to her...

Peter Emanuel Stanovich, Jr.

Peter Emanuel Stanovich, Jr.

Feb 16, 2023

Peter Emanuel Stanovich, Jr., age 80, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2023. After suffering many years with various illnesses, Pete is now at peace as he rests in the company of his Lord and Savior. 

Pete was born to Peter and Bessie Stanovich on January 16, 1943. After high school graduation in 1961, he served in the U.S. Army....

Thomas Douglas Knotts

Thomas Douglas Knotts

Feb 15, 2023

Thomas D. Knotts passed away in Ocean Springs, MS on Wednesday, February 15, 2023. Thomas “Tom” was born on October 8, 1960 in Andalusia, Alabama to Marlon Knotts and Evelyn (Dawkins) Knotts. Tom grew up with time in Alabama, Mississippi, and the Azores. He attended St. Martin High School, where after high school he joined the United States Navy. In...

Edward L. Lowe, Sr.

Edward L. Lowe, Sr.

Feb 14, 2023

Mr. Edward L. Lowe, Sr., age 95, of Columbia, MS passed away on Tuesday, February 14, 2023.

There are no local services. He was transferred to Colonial Funeral Home in Columbia, MS for services.

Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Mr. Edward L. Lowe, Sr.

 

James Michael Huber

James Michael Huber

Feb 14, 2023

James Michael Huber, 58, passed away on Tuesday, February 14, 2023 in Cleveland, MS.

He was born in Gulfport and was a life long resident of Mississippi.  He was a member of the Catholic faith.

James was preceded in death by his mother, Virginia Louise May Huber and a brother, Joseph Huber.   James is survived by his father, Werner...

Patricia Lynn Clendenon

Patricia Lynn Clendenon

Feb 14, 2023

Mrs. Patricia Lynn Clendenon, 76, of Gulfport, MS, passed away on Tuesday, February 14, 2023, at Memorial Hospital in Gulfport, MS.

Mrs. Lynn was born on August 7, 1946, in Jackson, MS to the late Richard Bailey and Audrey Jacqueline Holmes. She graduated from Forrest Hill High School in 1964. She completed a correspondence course throughout the years where she...

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