Obituaries

Susan Jeanette Weems

Susan Jeanette Weems

Apr 24, 2025

Susan Jeanette Weems, 66 of Ocean Springs, MS passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2025.

She was born on November 20, 1958 to Madison Lee Weems and Elsie Hinton. 

No services will be held.

Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Homes is honored to serve the family of Susan Jeanette Weems. 

James Suttles

James Suttles

Apr 23, 2025

James Roy Suttles was born on June 22, 1922 in Fletcher, NC the son of John Nelson Suttles and Lila Mae Davis Suttles. Known as Roy by those in North Carolina, Jim to others, he was more than often affectionately addressed as Poppa or Grandaddy by most who knew and loved him. On April 23, 2025 his Lord and Savior...

Wayne Denny Wescovich

Wayne Denny Wescovich

Apr 23, 2025

Wayne Denny Wescovich, 78, of Biloxi, Mississippi, passed away early Wednesday morning, April 23, 2025. Wayne was a beloved figure to all who knew him.

He was born on January 19, 1947, to the late James "JD" Wescovich and Ruby Wescovich. He was preceded in death by his sister, Julie Grandy; and his beloved wife, Sibyl Wescovich.

Wayne had a distinguished career...

Dorothy "Dot" Woods

Dorothy "Dot" Woods

Apr 20, 2025

Dorothy “Dot” Woods was 78 years old when she passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2025. She was born May 19, 1946 in Coy, Alabama. Dot lived in Connecticut for many years before deciding to move to Biloxi, Mississippi.

She is survived by 6 children, Calvin Dees, Anthony Ray Woods, Angela Woods, Bridgette Woods, Benjamin Woods, and Timothy Woods; 11 grandchildren;...

William "Billy" Joseph Richtofen

William "Billy" Joseph Richtofen

Apr 20, 2025

William Joseph Richtofen “Billy or Billy goat” passed on April 20, 2025. He was born on September 9, 1969, in New Orleans, Louisiana. He was a resident of Biloxi, MS and had a true talent for art and it showed in his drawings. Over the years, he worked as a cook at various restaurants and painted 18 Wheelers as an...

Kirk Edward McDonald

Kirk Edward McDonald

Apr 20, 2025

Kirk E. “Mack” McDonald, 73, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2025 in Gulfport.

Mack was born in Bay City, MI on February 14, 1952 to Richard McDonald and Lillian Linder (Earnest). He served his country in the U.S. Navy and was a Vietnam Vet. Mack was a welder by trade and retired from Ingalls Shipbuilding. He was...

Ronald Thomas "Ronnie" Nungesser

Ronald Thomas "Ronnie" Nungesser

Apr 20, 2025

Ronald Thomas “Ronnie” Nungesser, 89, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2025 in Biloxi.

Ronnie was born on November 19, 1935 in New Orleans, LA to George and Hazel Nungesser. He graduated from Notre Dame High School in 1954. Notre Dame provided a very strong positive foundation that supported him through the hard times and kept him humble...

Barbara Louise Walker

Barbara Louise Walker

Apr 19, 2025

Barbara Louise Walker, 85, of Gulfport, MS passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2025, in Gulfport.

Barbara was born in Detroit, MI on December 11, 1939, to the late Hildred and Thelma Bynum. From this union, Barbara was the second of three children; Donald Bynum and the late Hildred Salaam were her cherished brothers. Barbara married Ivory Walker and from this...

Anh Ngoc-Thi Nguyen

Anh Ngoc-Thi Nguyen

Apr 19, 2025

Mrs. Anh Ngoc-Thi Nguyen, age 72, of Biloxi, MS passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2025.

Mrs. Nguyen was born on October 10, 1952 in Vietnam to Thi Van Nguyen and Nhieu Thi Nguyen. She worked as a seamstress.

Visitation will be held on Friday, April 25th from 2:00 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. and on Saturday, April 26th from 8:00 a.m. until...

Brenda Ann Ellis Templeton

Brenda Ann Ellis Templeton

Apr 18, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Brenda Ann Ellis Templeton, a woman whose life was a testament to kindness and a life in Christ. Brenda, age 81, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2025, in Woolmarket, Mississippi.

Born on October 28, 1943, in Asheboro, North Carolina, Brenda was the daughter of Alfred Benton Ellis and Allie...

Ton That Vi

Ton That Vi

Apr 18, 2025

Ton That Vi, 86, of Ocean Springs, Mississippi, peacefully passed away on April 18, 2025 with his wife and all his children by his side.

Ton That Vi was born on April 15, 1940 in Vietnam. He had a passion for nature and the outdoors, especially Koi fish, birds, and his beloved dog.

He leaves behind a loving wife of 45 years,...

Patrick Albert Evans

Patrick Albert Evans

Apr 17, 2025

It is difficult to summarize a great man’s life in a few words; but those who knew Patrick would be certain he would not have wanted it any other way. “Not too flowery” he would often say. So here goes…Patrick was a man with integrity and character. Patrick was a man with a deep and intense love for his family....

Mary Jeanette Wells Wood

Mary Jeanette Wells Wood

Apr 15, 2025

The beloved matriarch of the Wood Family, Mary Jeanette Wells Wood, age 94, went home to The Lord on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, in the presence of family, friends, and caregivers.

Ms. Wood was a resident of Ocean Springs, calling the Mississippi Gulf Coast home for 65 years.

She was the mother of four children and had eight grandchildren and ten great...

Brenda Joyce Ballengee Mills

Brenda Joyce Ballengee Mills

Apr 15, 2025

Brenda Joyce Ballengee Mills, 78, of D’Iberville, MS passed away at her home on Tuesday, April 15, 2025.

Mrs. Mills was born on November 10, 1946 in Montgomery, WV to John Sherman Ballengee and Virginia Aliene Parrish Ballengee. She graduated from Williamsport Maryland High School and attended MGCCC. Mrs. Mills went from being employed as a teacher’s assistant to a truck...

Joan Archer McFarland

Joan Archer McFarland

Apr 15, 2025

Joan Archer McFarland passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at the age of 96. She was a devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. Joan and her family were long-time residents of Biloxi, MS having moved to Biloxi in 1965.

Joan was born in St. Joseph, Missouri to Fred and May Archer. She was the youngest of their three...

William John Koolsbergen

William John Koolsbergen

Apr 15, 2025

William John “Will” Koolsbergen of Pass Christian, passed away on Friday, February 28, 2025.

Will was born on June 13, 1949, in Gulfport. He was a Catholic. Will was a graduate of Pass Christian High School, class of 67 and a proud Pirate alum. He earned the following degrees (all but two in theatre): AA (in English) from Jeff Davis, BA...

Dorothy "Dottie" Field Inman

Dorothy "Dottie" Field Inman

Apr 13, 2025

Dorothy “Dottie” Field Inman of Vancleave, Mississippi passed away on April 13, 2025.

She was born on December 31, 1946, in Vicksburg, Mississippi, growing up as a “military brat” living all over the world. She returned home to attend the University of Southern Mississippi, earning a bachelor’s and master’s degree in education. She taught 3rd and 7th grade in the Ocean...

Jeffery "Lance" Creel, Sr.

Jeffery "Lance" Creel, Sr.

Apr 13, 2025

Jeffery Lance Creel, born April 12, 1954, in Biloxi, MS, passed away on April 13, 2025, in New Orleans, LA, after celebrating his 71st birthday in a city he loved and had previously lived for 42 years.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 43 years, Lynn Creel; father, Larry Creel; mother, Margaret Creel; father-in-law, George Pitalo Sr.;...

Larry Marreel

Larry Marreel

Apr 13, 2025

Larry Hubert Marreel, age 84, of Ocean Springs, passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2025.

Larry was born on February 10, 1941 to Ray Marreel and Huberta Knight Marreel in Osage, IA. He attended Osage schools in Osage, IA. During his spare time, he enjoyed fishing and Vikings football.

Larry is preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Carol; and by...

Anita Beth Foster Denham

Anita Beth Foster Denham

Apr 12, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Anita Beth Foster Denham on April 12, 2025. She was surrounded by family.

Nita, as she was known to her family and friends, was born on December 27, 1958 in Houston, MS. She graduated from Biloxi High School in 1976.

Nita was a beloved bus driver for Harrison County Schools and...