Obituaries

Barbara Ann Pugh

Barbara Ann Pugh

Jan 19, 2023

Barbara Ann Pugh, age 85, of Biloxi, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 19, 2023, in Mobile, Alabama.

She was born in Texarkana, Texas, to Eugene James Lee and Bonnie Pate Lee on April 6, 1937. Barbara married the love of her life, James Ted Pugh, on January 16, 1953, in Purcell, Oklahoma.

Barbara was a...

Joseph Alan Jones

Joseph Alan Jones

Jan 19, 2023

 

Joseph A. Jones, age 67, of Gulfport, MS passed away on Thursday, January 19, 2023.

Joseph was born August 13, 1955 in Kosciusko, MS to William C. and Evelyn Delores Jones.He met his beloved wife, Sharon B. Jones when they were teenagers in New Orleans, LA where they shared a story book romance. They were married on August 14,...

David L. "Dobber" Dobbs

David L. "Dobber" Dobbs

Jan 19, 2023

 

David Lee “Dobber” Dobbs, a strong-willed and determined man with a warm and soft heart, passed away on Thursday, January 19, 2023 at the age of 63. Dobber exhaled his last breath and his good heart pumped its last beat at Select Specialty Hospital in Gulfport, MS, surrounded by his loving, caring and dedicated sister, Rachel and the dedicated...

Gary "Beau" Francis Gollott III

Gary "Beau" Francis Gollott III

Jan 19, 2023

 

Gary “Beau” Francis Gollott III, age 40, of Biloxi gained his heavenly wings on Thursday, January 19, 2023.

Beau was a lifelong resident of Biloxi, MS. He was a loving son, grandson, nephew, and cousin who touched so many lives and hearts. Beau was a 2003 graduate of the Harrison County Child Development Center. There he presided as King...

James Engelhardt

James Engelhardt

Jan 18, 2023

James Engelhardt, age 33, of Columbia, MS, passed away on Wednesday, January 18, 2023.

He was transferred to Colonial Funeral Home in Columbia, MS. 601-522-1212 https://www.dignitymemorial.com

Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of James Engelhardt.

 

Helen Shirley Hutto

Helen Shirley Hutto

Jan 18, 2023

Helen Shirley Hutto, age 90, of Gautier, MS passed away on Wednesday, January 18, 2023.

Helen was born on October 20, 1932 in Roanoke, Virginia. She was a stay-at-home wife.

She is preceded in death by her husband; John A. Hutto, USN, CDR, Rt.; daughter, Linda J. Sanford; son, John G. Hutto; and four brothers and six sisters.

She is...

Mia Thi Le

Mia Thi Le

Jan 18, 2023

 

Mia Thi Le, age 7, of Lawrence, MS passed away Wednesday, January 18, 2023. Mia was born July 7, 2015 in Lawrence, MS to Chien Le and Hiep Le.

Mia attended Newton County Elementary. When she wasn’t in school, she enjoyed playing Roblox and spending time with family and friends.

She is survived by her dad, Chien Le; mom, Hiep...

Kevin O'Brien

Kevin O'Brien

Jan 18, 2023

Kevin O'Brien, 74, passed away Wednesday, January 18, 2023. 

Kevin was born in Newton, NJ on September 13, 1948 to Bridget and Charles O'Brien. He was the youngest of 6 children. He graduated from Pope John XXIII High School in 1966 and attended college for 2 years before joining the U.S Air Force. He worked in military logistics for 22...

Charles Durham Roberts

Charles Durham Roberts

Jan 18, 2023

Charles Durham Roberts went home to Jesus through death on January 18, 2023. Born on September 10, 1933 in Greensboro, North Carolina, his parents were Alvis Percy "A.P.” Roberts and Gertrude Lilliam Stout. His grandparents were Samuel Ayers Roberts and wife, Sallie Lou Talley; and Dr. Enoch Lewis Stout and wife, Annie L. Jarrell. 

He is preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Ann...

Jerry Wayne Kelly, Sr.

Jerry Wayne Kelly, Sr.

Jan 18, 2023

 

Jerry Wayne Kelly, Sr., age 83, quietly passed away from natural causes at home on Wednesday, January 18, 2023, surrounded by family.

Jerry was born in Hattiesburg on the Ides of March 1939, graduated E. Jefferson High School in 1957, and served in the Navy. Jerry, a successful real estate developer and owner, loved his family, the outdoors, and...

Patrick Damian Foster, Sr.

Patrick Damian Foster, Sr.

Jan 17, 2023

Patrick Damian Foster, Sr., age 46, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Tuesday, January 17, 2023.

He was born on August 3, 1976 in Biloxi, MS and was a 1994 graduate of D’Iberville High School. He worked at M & D Sandblasting as an industrial sandblaster and painter and was the owner of Pat’s Scrap. During his spare-time he enjoyed...

Sheryl Diane Hinton

Sheryl Diane Hinton

Jan 17, 2023

Sheryl Diane Hinton, age 73, of Gulfport, MS passed away on Tuesday, January 17, 2023 in Gulfport.

Sheryl was born in Leland, MS to Melton Wells and Marie Pope Wells.  Her hobbies were watching SEC football, gardening, spending time with her grandchildren, nieces and nephews and movie nights with her husband.  She was a housewife.

She was preceded in death...

Lindsey Carrie Varner

Lindsey Carrie Varner

Jan 17, 2023

Lindsey Carrie Varner, age 46, of Ocean Springs passed away Tuesday, January 17, 2023 at her home. 

Lindsey was born October 5, 1976 at Tyndall Air Force base in Florida. She was raised in an Air Force family that traveled the world. She lived in multiple countries, Italy and Tunisia. Her childhood would give her a lifelong love of international...

Isaac Sipriano Jr.

Isaac Sipriano Jr.

Jan 17, 2023

 

Isaac Sipriano Jr., 77, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Tuesday, January 17, 2023 in Ocean Springs.

Mr. Sipriano was born on August 7, 1946 in Kemp, TX. He graduated from Kaufman High School and East Texas State University in Commerce, TX. Mr. Sipriano served in the U.S. Air Force from 1969-1973 and worked 34 years of loyal and...

Andrew "Andy" William Bosarge

Andrew "Andy" William Bosarge

Jan 16, 2023

 

Andrew “Andy” William Bosarge, 56, of Pass Christian, MS passed away on Monday, January 16, 2023 in Gulfport.

Andy was born in Biloxi on November 14, 1966 to Joseph C Bosarge, Sr. and Gaynell Dill Bosarge. He attended St. Martin schools and was a volunteer firefighter for West Jackson County. Andy was employed with Memorial Hospital Gulfport and a...

James A. Hood

James A. Hood

Jan 16, 2023

 

James A. Hood, age 95, passed away on Monday, January 16, 2023 in Biloxi.

James was born on March 26, 1927 in Golden, TX. He was the founder of Louisiana Log Home Company and a retired Army Warrant Officer. James enjoyed ballroom dancing and writing songs.

James was preceded in death by his parents, Roy Hood, Sr. and Willie...

Nancy Ann Brunschwig

Nancy Ann Brunschwig

Jan 16, 2023

Nancy Ann Brunschwig, age 84, of Ocean Springs, passed away on Monday, January 16, 2023.

Nancy was born on February 15, 1938 in Danville, VA. Nancy grew up in Danville and upon graduating high school in 1955, moved to Baltimore, MD where she attended and graduated from John's Hopkins University School of Nursing. Nancy began her career as a Registered...

Tanya Rose Roberts Sjostrom

Tanya Rose Roberts Sjostrom

Jan 16, 2023

Tanya Rose Roberts Sjostrom, 66, of D’Iberville, MS passed away Monday, January 16, 2023. Tanya was born in Biloxi, MS on February 10, 1956 to Eugene “Buddy” Joseph Roberts Jr. and Dolores “Doe” Mary Broussard Roberts.

Tanya graduated from Biloxi High School. After graduating, she worked as a vault auditor at Boomtown Casino for 25 years before retiring. In her...

Franklin "Frank" Earl Leach

Franklin "Frank" Earl Leach

Jan 16, 2023

Franklin “Frank” Earl Leach, a great man with a heart of pure gold, passed away on Monday, January 16, 2023 at the age of 70. It is hard to put into a few words the culmination of a life of service.  Those who knew Frank well knew he lived to serve others.  Frank was born in Pascagoula but grew up...

Mary Ann Gonzalez Stewart

Mary Ann Gonzalez Stewart

Jan 15, 2023

 

Mary Ann Gonzalez Stewart, 64, a resident of Biloxi, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 15, 2023, at Memorial Hospital in Gulfport. Mary was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on January 6, 1959, to Mr. And Mrs. Vincent Gonzalez. She was raised in Baton Rouge and the family would often visit her grandmother in New Orleans. Mary was a graduate of...