Obituaries
Kevin "Bryan" Bartley
Jan 15, 2025
Kevin "Bryan" Bartley, age 42, of Loxley, AL passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2025.
Bryan's passions included off-road mud riding, riding his motorcycle, and the annual Mardi Gras celebrations; however, his greatest source of fulfillment was his family. He was a dedicated and loving father, a successful provider, and a deeply caring individual whose absence will be profoundly felt.
Bryan is...
Henry Bertram Hickox
Jan 15, 2025
Henry Bertram Hickox, age 89, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at home with his loving wife, Mary and grandson, Dylan by his side.
Henry was born on February 17, 1935 in Haverhill, MA. As a youth, he began doing chores on a farm to earn money until he graduated high school. He then enlisted...
Ethan Phi Văn Đặng
Jan 14, 2025
Với trái tim nặng trĩu, chúng tôi thông báo sự ra đi của Ethan Phi Văn Đặng, người đã rời bỏ thế giới này vào ngày 14 tháng 1, 2025, ở tuổi 24. Anh mang lại niềm vui và ánh sáng cho tất cả những ai đã quen biết, để lại dấu ấn không thể phai mờ trong cuộc sống...
Ethan Phi Van Dang
Jan 14, 2025
With heavy heart, we announce the passing of Ethan Phi Van Dang, who left this world on January 14, 2025, at 24 years old. He brought joy and light to all who knew him, leaving an indelible mark on the lives he touched.
Ethan Phi Van Dang was born in Mobile, Alabama, on September 4, 2000. He was born prematurely at...
Ronnie Earl Harvey, Sr.
Jan 14, 2025
Ronnie E. “Ron” Harvey, 80, passed away peacefully at home in Biloxi, MS, on January 14, 2025.
Born in Meridian, MS, Ron was preceded in death by his parents, Robert E. “Bob” Harvey and Frances McLelland Harvey, as well as three brothers: James Edwin “Jim” Harvey, Robert Lowry “Bobby” Harvey, and Steven Louis Harvey.
He is survived by his beloved wife of...
"Coach" Joey Waites
Jan 14, 2025
“Coach” Joey Waites, 81, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.
Coach Waites was born and raised in Bay Springs, MS. He graduated from Bay Springs High School in 1962 and graduated from Mississippi State University in 1967 with an Industrial Technology Degree.
Coach Waites was a huge inspiration to so many. He started...
Michael Charles Bass
Jan 14, 2025
Lifelong Biloxian Michael Charles Bass, 77, finally rejoined with his deceased loved ones and Creator on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. Mike passed peacefully with his wife sitting by his side.
Mike was preceded in death by his parents, Frank Paul and Aeoline Gabrich Bass; his brothers, Marion “Nunu” Cruthirds, Frank “Buddy” Bass; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.
He is survived by...
Scott Clifford Miller
Jan 13, 2025
Scott Clifford Miller, age 76, of Gulfport passed away on Monday, January 13, 2025.
Scott was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Johnnie Miller; brother, Chris Miller; and sons, Matthew Scott Miller and Randall Miller.
Survivors include his loving wife, Marsha Rou Miller and his sister, Holly Miller.
Scott loved children and spending time with his two sons. He served in...
Etta Marie Mitchem
Jan 13, 2025
Etta Marie (Pullins) Mitchem, 75, of Gulfport, MS passed away on Monday, January 13, 2025 in Gulfport.
There are no services scheduled at this time.
Bradford O'Keefe Funeral Home, O'Neal Road, Gulfport is honored to serve the family of Etta Mitchem.
Jean Martinette Cirino
Jan 13, 2025
Jean Martinette Cirino was born on July 8, 1936 in Portsmouth, Val
She is preceded in death by her parents, Samuel, and Susie Martinette; husband of over 43 years, John B. Cirino; a sister, Suzanne Sanchez, and a step son, Chris Cirino.
Jean and John’s love story started in 1970 on a blind date. They later married and became a blended family...
John A. Simmons
Jan 12, 2025
John A. Simmons Jr., age 98, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025.
John was born to parents, John A. and Anna Gertrude Simmons on August 12, 1926 in Biloxi, MS.
Mr. Simmons was a WWII Veteran, serving in the US Navy. He was aboard the USS Cortland APA 75 as a landing boat coxswain. He retired from...
Debora Frances Varnado
Jan 11, 2025
Debora “Debbie” Blakely Varnado, age 58, of Saucier, passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2025 unexpectedly at home.
Debbie was born on October 4, 1966 in New Orleans, LA. She graduated class of ’84 from Moss Point High School. She worked as a dealer at the Grand Casino from 1993 until 2005. After Katrina, Debbie worked for the IP Casino Resort...
William Harris
Jan 11, 2025
Mr. William Harris, a veteran of the Vietnam War and longtime resident of Buffalo, New York, passed away peacefully in his home on January 11, 2025. He was known as Billy to his parents and childhood friends, and as Bill or Poppie by many.
Bill was born on June 7th, 1939 to Mr. John and Mrs. Marzie Chandler. Shortly after completing...
Jackie Eugene Rhodes
Jan 11, 2025
Jackie E. Rhodes "Dusty", age 71, passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2025.
Jackie was a longtime resident of the Mississippi Gulf Coast. He received his Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. He enjoyed helping other people, listening to Southern Gospel music on Sirius XM, and spending time with his favorite bird, Hobie. He also had...
Elia "Ellie" Testani Vasilopoulos
Jan 10, 2025
Elia “Ellie” Testani Vasilopoulos died peacefully at home in Biloxi, Mississippi on Tuesday, January 10, 2025 at the age of 85. She was surrounded by love and warmth as she walked into the arms of the Lord.
Ellie is survived by her children, Karen (Dan) Wachter of Franklin, Tennessee, granddaughter, Kari Ann (Joseph) Staley (great grandchildren, Mia Staley and Lucy Staley)...
Robert "Billy" W. Robertson
Jan 10, 2025
Robert “Billy” W. Robertson, 67, of Slidell, MS passed away Friday, January 10, 2025 peacefully at Slidell Memorial. He was born October 7, 1957 in Flint Michigan to James and Ruth Robertson.
Billy earned two associate degrees at Nicholls State and Delgado. He worked as a Tugboat Captain and a Physical Therapist Assistant. In his free time, he enjoyed shooting pool,...
Roland Davidson Figueroa
Jan 9, 2025
Roland Davidson Figueroa, age 91, of Ocean Springs passed away on January 9, 2025.
Roland was born in New Orleans, Louisiana to Iris Davidson Figueroa of Ocean Springs, MS and Marco Juan Figueroa of Guatemala City, Guatemala. He attended Christian Brothers High School in Memphis, TN and the University of Southern Mississippi where he was a member of Sigma Epsilon Fraternity....
Martin Anthony Quave III
Jan 9, 2025
Martin Anthony Quave III “Spyder”, 65 of Vancleave, MS passed away on Thursday, January 9, 2025.
He was born on August 16, 1959 in Bermuda to Martin Anthony Quave, Jr. and Doris Quave. He was a proud son, husband, brother, father, and grandfather. He enjoyed motorcycles and hotrods -- “Live to ride, ride to live.”
Spyder was preceded in death by his...
Shirley Anne Giafaglione
Jan 7, 2025
Shirley Anne Giafaglione, 90 years old, was a lifelong resident of Ocean Springs, Mississippi; she joined her Lord and Savior in Heaven in the early hours of January 7th, 2025. Shirley was born in Biloxi on September 26th, 1935, to Robert Claude and Alberta Ellen Kew Mohler; she was the youngest of seven children. From an early age, Shirley knew...
Wanda Gale Cleveland
Jan 7, 2025
Wanda Gale Cleveland, age 47, passed away on Tuesday, January 7th, 2025 at Thomas Medical Center in Fairhope, AL due to some health complications following heart surgery.
She was born on Thursday, February 3, 1977 at Keesler Medical Center in Biloxi, MS., to Mr. Wayne and Mrs. Josie Wooten.
She is preceded in death by both her paternal and maternal grandparents; her...
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