Obituaries

Harvey Loren Guldensupp

Harvey Loren Guldensupp

Jun 4, 2023

Harvey Loren Guldensupp, age 85, passed from this world unto the next at his home on Sunday, June 4, 2023.

Harvey, a longtime resident of Ocean Springs, MS, was a retiree of the United States Air Force and the International Paper Company. He enjoyed bowling and fishing, when he wasn't watching The Weather Channel. He was an amazing husband, father,...

Dr. James Edward Alexander

Dr. James Edward Alexander

Jun 4, 2023

Dr. James Edward Alexander, age 90, of Ocean Springs, MS, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2023 with family lovingly by his side.

Born in Alexandria, LA to the late John D. and Leona Alexander, James was preceded in death by his brothers, Laurence Montgomery and John D. Alexander, Jr.; sisters, Marjorie Alexander Byrd, Katherine Alexander Trahan, and Annie Laurie...

Ruth Katherine Creamer

Ruth Katherine Creamer

Jun 3, 2023

Ruth Katherine Creamer, 85, passed away Saturday, June 3, 2023. Ruth was born May 2, 1938.

Dobies Funeral Home in Hudson, Fl will be providing additional arrangements and services. A full obituary can be found at Dobies Funeral Home & Crematory | Ruth K. Creamer 

Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Ruth Katherine Creamer.

Castel Louis "Pop" Allgood

Castel Louis "Pop" Allgood

Jun 3, 2023

 

Castel Louis “Pop” Allgood, 85, of Huntsville, AL passed away Saturday, June 3, 2023. Castel was born July 6, 1937 in Moselle, MS to Robert and Susie Allgood.

Castel received his GED while in the US Army. He received numerous awards and recognitions throughout his time in the Army such as the SSgt. US Army National Defense Medal, Meritorious...

Edna Esperanza Migues

Edna Esperanza Migues

Jun 3, 2023

Beloved by everyone who knew her, Edna Esperanza Migues was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend.  She passed away peacefully on June 3, 2023 at the age of 76.

Born in San Antonio, Texas on May 8th, 1947, to her parents Marcial and Esperanza Jimenez.  Edna was married to Raymond Migues, Jr. and together they raised five children:...

Drew Cameron

Drew Cameron

Jun 2, 2023

 

Drew Cameron, age 70, of Long Beach, slipped away peacefully to see his Savior in heaven on Friday, June 2, 2023 surrounded by his family.   Drew was a loving husband, dad, granddad and friend.  Living on the coast his entire life, he amazed his family with how many people he knew.  His family, friends, Sunday School class, Wednesday Night...

Frances H Gunter

Frances H Gunter

Jun 2, 2023

Frances Hudgins Gunter, 90, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away peacefully on June 2, 2023, in Ocean Springs, MS. Frances was born on April 7, 1933 to Claude and Dorris Hudgins in Kosciusko, MS and was one of 14 children. She had humble beginnings being raised in rural Attala County MS on the family farm. She learned a strong work...

Rosa Elisa Davila-Perez

Rosa Elisa Davila-Perez

Jun 1, 2023

Rosa Elisa Davila-Perez, 96, of Pascagoula, MS passed away Thursday, June 1, 2023. Rosa was born February 28, 1927.

No services are being held at this time.

Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Rosa Elisa Davila-Perez.

Claire Tewfik Ibrahim

Claire Tewfik Ibrahim

Jun 1, 2023

Claire Ibrahim, 89 of Biloxi, Mississippi, formerly from Cairo, Egypt, passed away quietly in the comfort of her own home on Thursday, June 1, 2023.  She was born January 2, 1934 in Cairo, Egypt to her parents, Tewfik Ibrahim of Egypt and Angele of Lebanon.  She moved to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania in 1991 to be close to her children, then finding...

Michael Glen Santa Cruz

Michael Glen Santa Cruz

Jun 1, 2023

Michael Glen Santa Cruz, age 59, of Vancleave, MS passed away on Thursday, June 1, 2023.

Michael was born on June 25, 1963. He was a graduate of D’Iberville High School and of Mississippi Highway Patrol Training Academy. He worked as a State Trooper until he retired. During his spare time, he enjoyed fishing, hunting and cooking.

Michael is preceded...

Thearon Timothy "Tim" Thomas

Thearon Timothy "Tim" Thomas

Jun 1, 2023

 

Thearon Timothy “Tim” Thomas, age 75, passed away on Thursday, June 1, 2023.

Tim was born in Booneville, MS on November 10, 1947. He married Mary Hayes on October 3, 1970. Tim attended Itawamba Community College in Fulton, MS and received a bachelor’s degree from William Carey University in Hattiesburg, MS and his master’s degree from Southern Baptist Seminary...

Mary Alice Walls

Mary Alice Walls

May 31, 2023

Mary Alice Walls, age 90, passed away on Wednesday, May 31, 2023.

Mary was a native of Leland, MS and a resident of Weatherford, TX.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00am on Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at Evergreen Cemetery, Gulfport, MS.

Bradford-O’Keefe Funeral Home, Howard Ave, is honored to serve the family of Mary Alice Walls.



 

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Judy Knapp

Judy Knapp

May 31, 2023

 

Judy Knapp of Biloxi, MS passed away peacefully on May 31, 2023.

Born in Minneapolis, MN on August 24, 1937, she is preceded in death by her mother Ruth (Bunnell) Harvey and her father William Harvey. She is survived by her son Ryan Knapp, daughter-in-law Theresa Gordon-Knapp and grandson Alex Knapp.

Judy had several health issues over the past...

Kara Lynne Walters Birtwhistle

Kara Lynne Walters Birtwhistle

May 31, 2023

Kara Lynne Walters Birtwhistle, age 85, passed away on Wednesday, May 31, 2023.

Kara was a native of Laurel, MS. She was a member of the Heritage United Methodist Church. She worked at the Biloxi VA as a licensed practical nurse before retiring.

Kara was preceded in death by her parents, Matthew and Otella Walters; and husband, Robert D....

Darrell G. Snyder

Darrell G. Snyder

May 31, 2023

Darrell G. Snyder, age 83 of Vancleave, MS passed away on Wednesday, May 31, 2023.

No services will be held.

Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Homes is honored to serve the family of Mr. Darrell G. Snyder.

Terri Ann Zbysinski

Terri Ann Zbysinski

May 30, 2023

Terri Ann Zbysinski, age 58, of Biloxi, passed away on Tuesday, May 30th, 2023, at Touro Hospital in New Orleans after a two-day spinal operation.

Mrs. Zbysinski was born at Memorial Hospital in Gulfport, MS, on March 14th, 1965, and has lived on the MS Gulf Coast all her life. She graduated from Gulfport High School, learning Latin along with...

Towana Gail Brown Smith

Towana Gail Brown Smith

May 30, 2023

Towana Brown Smith, 75 of Ocean Springs, MS passed away on Tuesday, May 30, 2023.

She was born on July 28, 1947 in Brookhaven, MS to Edwin and Mildred Brown. She was a resident of Ocean Springs for fifty plus years. She graduated from Moss Point High School in 1965 where she stood out as head majorette, excelled in concert...

Annita Taylor Ladner

Annita Taylor Ladner

May 28, 2023

 

Annita Taylor Ladner of Gulfport, MS went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 28, 2023 at the age of 90.

Annita, a foundling, was born July 20, 1932 in Tampa, FL. She was adopted as an infant by William and Julia Taylor. Her father’s career as a Methodist minister instilled a deep devotion to God, and...

Sheila Dressler Walker

Sheila Dressler Walker

May 27, 2023

Sheila Dressler Walker, 56 passed away on May 27, 2023 in Ocean Springs, Mississippi.

She was born to June Dressler Nulta Ainsworth and John T. Dressler "Butch" in Oxford, Mississippi. Sheila graduated from George County High School in Lucedale, Mississippi and attended Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. Sheila worked for many years at Main Drug in Lucedale beside her dad,...

Andrea Cecelia Landry Broach

Andrea Cecelia Landry Broach

May 27, 2023

Andrea Cecelia Broach, 82, of Biloxi, MS passed away Saturday, May 27, 2023. She was born March 18, 1941 to Sheldon and Nola Landry.

Andrea graduated from Biloxi High School in 1960. She was a member of many associations such as the Steel Magnolias and the Southernettes where she was their Queen in 1980. Since 1964, Andrea has also been...