Obituaries
Basil Thompson Kennedy
Jul 21, 2025
Basil Thompson Kennedy, 77, of Bay St. Louis, Mississippi passed away Monday, July 21, 2025, surrounded by his family, with the perfect view of his beloved Bay of Saint Louis. Basil was a member of St. Rose de Lima Catholic Church. His family has always known that he loved Jesus, his family, his friendships, his community, the water and the...
Carolyn Otis Snyder
Jul 8, 2025
Carolyn Otis SnyderJanuary 12, 1948 - July 8, 2025
Carolyn was born and raised in Logtown, Mississippi. A place she always called home! In her teens she moved and resided in Waveland, MS until she joined the US Naval forces and became a corps-wave. She was stationed in Corpus Christi and fell in love with Alfred Benton Snyder Jr. They got...
Dewey Pulliam
Jul 6, 2025
Dewey Pulliam, 76, a native of Hattiesburg, MS passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 6, 2025. Dewey will be truly missed by all who knew and loved him.
He was preceded in death by his parents Vinson and Velma Pulliam, a daughter, Sue Moran, two brothers, Jerry and David Pulliam, and sisters Evelyn Pulliam and Ruth Smith. Left to...
Randy Green
Jul 6, 2025
Randy Green, 65, of Kiln, Mississippi, passed away on Sunday, July 6, 2025.
Randy was a welder for 42 years and retired due to his illness. He enjoyed deer and turkey hunting, and most of all shooting guns on his pistol and rifle range. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends.
Randy was preceded in death by his parents,...
Jerry "Rowdy" F. Yates
Jul 4, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jerry "Rowdy" F. Yates, who passed away on Friday, July 4, 2025, in Biloxi, MS, at the age of 80. A true embodiment of love and adventure, Jerry made his home in Diamondhead, MS, where he cherished every moment with his family and friends.
Born with an indomitable spirit, Jerry...
Matthew Anthony Ladner
Jul 4, 2025
Matthew Anthony Ladner, 57, of Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi, passed away on Friday, July 4, 2025.
Matthew was born in Bay Saint Louis, MS on September 30, 1967 to Lyonie "Jeep" and Rosalie "Rosie" Ladner. A cowboy from an early age and a true cowboy at heart throughout his life, Matt was a devoted family man whose greatest joy came from...
Alice Francis Shubert Spiers
Jun 28, 2025
Alice Francis Shubert Spiers, 89, died Saturday, June 28, 2025, at Gulfport Memorial Hospital surrounded by her family.
Alice was born March 30, 1936, in Plaquemine Parish, Louisiana on a houseboat to Henry and Ruth Shubert. Alice helped care for her two sisters, she enjoyed cooking and cleaning while her mom helped her dad on the farm.
Alice married Tommie Ray Spiers...
Sharon Minchew
Jun 26, 2025
Sharon Minchew, 70, of Kiln, Mississippi, went to be with our Lord on Thursday, June 26, 2025.
Sharon had a passion for traveling, was always up for an adventure, and loved being with her family more than anything. She leaves behind the love of her life and husband of 52 years, Danny Minchew, son Kris (Karyn) Minchew, daughter Keri (Ryan) Bozant,...
Edna Mae Gilbert Morel
Jun 24, 2025
Surrounded by family, Edna Mae Morel, 88, passed peacefully into the hands of her Creator on June 24, 2025, in Poplarville, Mississippi. Born Edna Mae Gilbert in 1936, the Biloxi native spent most of her life “down the road” in Buras, Louisiana, before relocating to Pearl River County following Hurricane Katrina.
She lived a full life – one that included both...
Jimmy Dale Ladner, Sr.
Jun 21, 2025
Jimmy Dale Ladner, Sr. 73, of Kiln, MS passed away Saturday, June 21, 2025 in Gulfport, MS.
Jimmy was much more than the owner of the Dedeaux Country Club; he was a beloved figure in our community—a genuine and kind soul whose big heart touched the lives of all who had the privilege to know him. His passions for fishing, basketball,...
Michelle Pate
Jun 21, 2025
Michelle Pate, 51, of Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi, passed away on Saturday, June 21, 2025.
Michelle was born on December 11, 1973 to Lenford "Len" and Anna Marshall. Michelle shone brightly as a symbol of hope and love, touching the lives of her Husband, three daughters and numerous others in our family with her extraordinary kindness and compassion. As she devotedly...
Martha L. Cochran
Jun 18, 2025
Martha L. Cochran, 93, of Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi, went to be with her Lord and Savior on the 18th day of June 2025.
Martha was born on December 28, 1931 in Wayne County, MS. She was preceded in death by her husband, O'Neal Cochran, daughter, Betty Frances Krankey, grandson, Raymond John Thomas, and siblings, Mary, Merlene, Houston, Grafton, and Cliff.
She...
John David Dupre
Jun 16, 2025
John David Dupre, 61, of Pearlington, MS passed away Monday, June 16, 2025, in Pearlington, MS.
John loved playing golf, swimming, and spending time with his family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Anne Dupre; parents, Joseph and Bobbie Rose Dupre, and brother, Joseph Nicky Dupre.
He is survived by his son, Howard Montgomery (Stephanie); sister, Kathy Dupre; two...
Doyle Donell Bosarge
Jun 11, 2025
Doyle "Tode" Donell Bosarge, 54, of Diamondhead, Mississippi, passed away on Wednesday, June 11, 2025.
Doyle was born to James and Bertha Bosarge on September 28, 1970. He later worked for the Beau Rivage Casino as a Craps Dealer, a job he enjoyed.
Doyle was preceded in death by his parents, James and Bertha Bosarge; brother, Wayne Bosarge; and sister, Jackie Cuevas.
He...
Gina F. Bolian
Jun 7, 2025
Aljean "Gina" F. Bolian, 79, of Kiln, Mississippi, passed away on Saturday, June 7, 2025.
Beloved wife, mother, grandmother and friend, Gina was known for her heart for Jesus, family and all people, as well as her pets and animals of all types. Gina's love and servant's heart will be missed dearly, but at the same time we celebrate her life...
Peter Matthew Smith
Jun 5, 2025
Peter Matthew Smith, 89, of Kiln, MS, passed away on Thursday, June 5, 2025, in Gulfport, MS.
Peter had an eclectic personality, varied background, and would consider himself a lifelong student. He received many degrees; Physics was his first love, followed by nursing, Spanish, computer science, genetics, and mathematics. He enjoyed music of all sorts, but most notably, musicals and acapella...
Robroy "Rob" Adams
Jun 3, 2025
Robroy “Rob” Adams, 69, of Waveland, MS passed away on Wednesday, June 3, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Patricia Adams.
Rob’s survivors include his brother, Mike (Ana) Halley; his sister, Sue (Bill) Epperson); his son, Jeremy (Telisa) Posey; his grandchildren, Madyson and Carver Posey; and his nephews, Matt (Jesse) and Ivan (Nancy) Halley and Billy (Zoee)...
Danae Marie Lovell-Potter
Jun 1, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Danae Marie Lovell-Potter, age 38, on Sunday, June 1, 2025. Danae was born January 25, 1987, in Sparta, TN. She brought light, laughter, and warmth to everyone who had the joy of knowing her. A one-of-a-kind voice.
Danae never met a stranger. Her open heart, genuine curiosity, and welcoming spirit made others feel...
Ann Gottschalk Bobinger
Jun 1, 2025
Ann Gottschalk Bobinger, 77, of Bay St. Louis, MS passed away on Sunday, June 1, 2025, in Gulfport, MS. Ann was born into a large and loving family in Pontiac, Michigan. At an early childhood age, the family relocated to Bay St. Louis and established a homestead on DeMontluzim Street. Ann attended St. Joseph's Academy, the source of many lifelong...
George Dennis Wainwright, Sr.
May 31, 2025
George Dennis Wainwright, Sr., 73, of Pass Christian, Mississippi, passed away on Saturday, May 31, 2025.
George was preceded in death by his parents, George and Margaret Wainwright; and two brothers, Michael and Jeffery Wainwright.
He is survived by two sons, George Dennis Wainwright, Jr. and Anthony Cuevas; daughter, Mendy Wood; many grandchildren; brother, James Wainwright (Janet); sister, Jennifer Browning; and many...
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