Obituaries

Jeanne Rawlinson

Jeanne Rawlinson

Mar 17, 2023

Jeanne Rawlinson, age 89, of Ocean Springs, passed away on Friday, March 17, 2023.

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, March 31, 2023 at Finley Cemetery. Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home, 15th Street, Gulfport is honored to serve the Rawlinson family.

 

 

Robert Barrett Fishman

Robert Barrett Fishman

Mar 17, 2023

Our beloved Robert Barrett Fishman tragically left us on March 17, 2023.

Preceding his untimely departure from this world was his grandparents, Ann & Frank Macklin and Hal & Rhoda Fishman and various aunts & uncles. He has left behind a loving family mother, Kathleen Macklin; father, William “Bill” Fishman (DeAnn); and sister, Nicole Lee (Alex). He was also...

Paulette Cox Mclain

Paulette Cox Mclain

Mar 16, 2023

Mary Paulette Cox Mclain, age 66 of Waveland, passed away on Thursday, March 16, 2023.

Paulette was born on September 8, 1956 at Southern Baptist Hospital in New Orleans, LA, the daughter of Paul Cox Sr. and Rita Bopp Cox. Paulette’s life was devoted to her children and grandchildren, as well as all those she called family. She worked 20+...

Patricia Ann Beach

Patricia Ann Beach

Mar 14, 2023

 

 

Patricia Ann Beach, age 81, passed away Tuesday, March 14, 2023.

She attended Grace Memorial Baptist Church in Gulfport where she had many friends who supported her in her journey with Christ. Patricia was passionate about cooking and loved to read.

Her husband of 60 years, Delaine Beach, preceded her in death. Together, they raised three children; Gary...

Tony Vernon Moss

Tony Vernon Moss

Mar 14, 2023

Mr. Tony Vernon Moss, age 65, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Tuesday, March 14, 2023.

There are no services scheduled at this time.

Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Mr. Moss.

 

 

Warren William Caille

Warren William Caille

Mar 14, 2023

Warren William Caille, age 102 of Cookeville, died Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at Ocean Springs Hospital in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. 

He was transferred to Dyer Funeral Home in Cookeville, Tennessee for services.  https://www.dyerfh.com

Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Mr. Caille.

Elizabeth Simon Lorenz

Elizabeth Simon Lorenz

Mar 14, 2023

Elizabeth Barbara Lorenz, age 97 of New Orleans, LA passed away on March 14, 2023.

She was born on June 14, 1925 in Buffalo, NY and was a longtime resident of Holbrook, NY.  She moved to the Coast in 1989, where she was a resident of the Villa Maria Retirement Community. She was a member and library volunteer at St....

Judy Lena Schultz Broussard

Judy Lena Schultz Broussard

Mar 14, 2023

Judy Schultz Broussard was born on February 10, 1940 on the Point in Biloxi, Mississippi, the daughter of Thomas James Schultz and Ophelia Quigley Schultz. Being born a fisherman's daughter, the love of the Gulf was deeply engraved in her soul. She always fought for Biloxi and its heritage. After a strong battle, she was welcomed to Heaven on March...

Loraine Jean Brodie

Loraine Jean Brodie

Mar 14, 2023

 

Loraine Jean Brodie, age 94, of Gulfport, passed away on Tuesday, March 14, 2023.

She was born Loraine Jean Costa, in Oakland, CA on March 20, 1928, to parents, Manuel and Georgina Maura Costa. Loraine was raised by her Momma and Poppa, Loriano and Josephine Souza Costa.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, George Costa;...

Laura EunaV. Brown

Laura EunaV. Brown

Mar 14, 2023

Laura EunaV. Brown, 87, passed away Tuesday, March 14, 2023. Laura was born in Saucier, MS on July 24, 1935 to John and Laura Bellew.

Laura was a lifelong resident of the Mississippi Gulf Coast. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She enjoyed spending as much time with her family as she could.

She is preceded in death...

Katharina Joyce Murphy

Katharina Joyce Murphy

Mar 13, 2023

Katharina Joyce (Phillips) Murphy, 72, of Perkinston, MS passed away on Monday, March 13, 2023 in Gulfport.

There are no services scheduled for Mrs. Murphy at this time.

Bradford O'Keefe Funeral Home, O'Neal Road, Gulfport is honored to serve the Murphy family.

William Joseph Holland

William Joseph Holland

Mar 12, 2023

 

William Joseph Holland, age 85, of Biloxi, Mississippi, passed away on Sunday, March 12, 2023.

A lifelong resident of the coast, William was preceded in death by his parents, Gilbert A Holland and Audrey d’Aquin Holland; sister, Carol Broussard; and brother, George Holland.

He is survived by his brother, Gilbert Holland; his three children, Mark (Dina) Holland, Brad (Peggy)...

Aldora "Sugar" Arcement Ross

Aldora "Sugar" Arcement Ross

Mar 11, 2023

 

Aldora “Sugar” Arcement Ross of Vancleave, MS, 90 years old, died on Saturday, March 11, 2023.

Mrs. Ross was born on May 15, 1932 in Violet, LA. She was of the Catholic/Episcopal faith.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Rene and Esma Savoy Arcement; her brothers, Rene Jr., Marcel, Russell and Charles Arcement of Violet, LA; her...

Carolyn Olivia Melton Neblett

Carolyn Olivia Melton Neblett

Mar 10, 2023

Carolyn Olivia Melton Neblett, age 68, of Gulfport, Mississippi passed away on March 10th 2023.

Carolyn was born in Jackson, Mississippi and resided in Gulfport, Mississippi most of her life. As a dual citizen, she often traveled between the United States and England. She received an associate's degree in hospitality from Southern Miss and held many titles through the course...

Robert "Bob" Fye

Robert "Bob" Fye

Mar 10, 2023

 

Robert “Bob” Fye, 82, of Moss Point, MS passed away on Friday, March 10, 2023 in Moss Point.

Mr. Fye was born on August 30, 1940 in Indiana, PA. He was a longtime resident of Brimfield, OH where he owned a muffler shop. Mr. Fye enjoyed fishing Lake Erie and had a love for racing at Barberton Speedway. He...

Kathy Mangin

Kathy Mangin

Mar 10, 2023

Kathy Mangin, beloved teacher, performer, aunt and sister died tragically in a car accident Friday, March 10, 2023.

Kathy graduated from St. Alphonsus Grade School, Sacred Heart High School in 1975 and Florida State University. 

Kathy's entire life was devoted to God and music from elementary school on. She started her teaching career at St. John's Catholic School in Gulfport...

Juliet Pagan Sandell

Juliet Pagan Sandell

Mar 10, 2023

Juliet Pagan Sandell passed away Friday, March 10, 2023. Juliet was born March 10, 2023 to Jose Pagan and Idalissa Sandell.

No services are being held at this time.

Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Juliet Pagan Sandell.

Harry Nicholas "Nick" Christovich

Harry Nicholas "Nick" Christovich

Mar 9, 2023

Harry Nicholas “Nick” Christovich, age 83, of Gulfport, MS passed away on Thursday, March 9, 2023.

Nick was born in Mississippi City, MS on December 31, 1939 to the late Delories and George Christovich. Nick attended Mississippi City Elementary School and attended Gulfport High School, Notre Dame Catholic High School and Holy Cross Catholic High School in New Orleans, LA....

Robyn Lee Simpson

Robyn Lee Simpson

Mar 8, 2023

Robyn Lee Simpson, 62, of Biloxi, MS passed away Wednesday, March 8, 2023. Robyn was born August 1, 1960 to Robert Pais and Penelope Lettler.

No services are being held at this time.

Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Robyn Lee Simpson.

Michael Lee Mathers, Jr.

Michael Lee Mathers, Jr.

Mar 8, 2023

Michael Lee Mathers, Jr., age 37, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at his home.

He was born January 21, 1986 in Slidell, LA. Mike owned Mathers Construction Company and specialized in underground utilities. He was a passionate fan and follower of the University of Alabama Sports Programs and playing rounds of cornhole at the...