Obituaries
Betty Lou Necaise
Jan 25, 2026
Betty Lou Necaise, 86, passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2026. She was born to Charlie and Norma Lou Bivens in Pontotoc, Mississippi, and made the beautiful Mississippi Gulf Coast her home after moving with her family in 1953.
Betty was the epitome of love and care—as a daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Her gentle spirit and warm heart...
Gene Edward Strief
Jan 22, 2026
Gene Edward Strief, age 89, passed peacefully in his sleep on January 22, 2026, in Lakeshore, Mississippi. Gene was born July 5, 1936, in Storm Lake, Iowa. After graduating from Marcus High School, he enlisted in the United States Air Force. Eventually stationed in Biloxi, MS, he met the love of his life, Ella Deschamp. Later, he began a career...
Lisa Marie Lemoine
Jan 18, 2026
On January 18, 2026 Lisa Marie Lemoine passed peacefully to be with the Lord. She was surrounded by a crowd of loving family.
Lisa was born on July 26, 1980 in New Orleans, LA. She grew up in Slidell, LA until making her home in Picayune, MS.
Lisa was a very open hearted person. She loved well, forgave freely, and treated people...
David Arthur Beckner
Jan 17, 2026
David Arthur Beckner, 74, of Diamondhead, Mississippi, went home to be with the Lord on January 17, 2026, at his home.
David was born in El Dorado, Kansas, and carried his Midwestern roots with him throughout his life. He was preceded in death by his father, Bill Beckner, and his mother, Bea Pryor.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Rita; his...
Cameron Rene Dozier
Jan 11, 2026
Cameron Rene Dozier, 37, of Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, passed away on January 11, 2026, in Diamondhead, MS. Cameron was born on May 9, 1988 in Gulfport, MS to Richard and Robin Dozier.
Cameron is preceded in death by his father, Riichard Dozier. He is survived by his son, Kaden Maples; mother, Robin Dozier; grandparents, Sheryl Colson and Claude Garcia, siblings,...
John Philip Bolian III
Jan 10, 2026
John "Buddy" P. Bolian, III, 83, of Kiln, Mississippi, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026. Beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend,
John was known for his construction company, JB Design-Build, and the beautiful homes he designed and built, woodworking, model cars, sports, and family. John will be greatly missed, but his loved ones celebrate knowing he is with the Lord...
Tommie Ray Spiers
Jan 7, 2026
Tommie Ray Spiers, 91, died Wednesday, January 7, 2026, after a very short battle with cancer. He was surrounded in love by his family.
Tommie Ray was born on April 15, 1934, in Logtown, Mississippi to George Thomas Spiers and Bertha Asher Spiers. He was a graduate of Bay High School.
Tommie Ray Spiers married Alice Francis Shubert on December 5, 1954....
Wesley J. "Joe" Ladner Jr.
Jan 7, 2026
Wesley J. "Joe" Ladner Jr. passed away on January 7, 2026, in Gulfport, MS. He was born on October 25, 1967, in Picayune, MS. Joe was a dedicated welder by trade, known for his strong work ethic and skillful hands.
Joe was a family man at heart. He is survived by wife, Janet Ladner, and his three children, Michelle, Brandon, and...
David Michael Kent, Sr.
Jan 7, 2026
David "Dave" Michael Kent Sr., born on June 28, 1959, in Albany, New York, passed away on January 7, 2026, in Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi. He was known for his love of life and passions that included New York Giants football, New York Yankees baseball, and enjoying a cold Miller Lite.
Dave's educational journey culminated in earning his GED. Throughout his...
William "Michael" Ladner
Jan 2, 2026
William "Michael" Ladner, 55, of Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi, passed away on Friday, January 2, 2026. He will be remembered as a man whose warmth and humor left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to know him. Michael was known for his goofy personality and natural ability to make people smile. He was honest, hardworking, and deeply thoughtful. He...
Clifford Anthony Green, Jr.
Jan 2, 2026
Clifford Anthony Green Jr. passed away on Friday, January 2, 2026, at the home he built for his family in Pass Christian, Mississippi, after bravely fighting his battle with cancer.
Born on October 17, 1957, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Clifford grew up in Bucktown, Louisiana, and graduated from East Jefferson High School. His service to his country as a United States...
Sharon Anne Hobson
Dec 31, 2025
Sharon "Sherri" Anne Hobson Adcock Hedgecock, 79, of Diamondhead, MS passed away Wednesday, December 31, 2025, in Bay St. Louis, MS. Born on August 19, 1946, in Greensboro, North Carolina, Sherri was the beloved daughter of David Chapman Hobson and Ruth Melinda Dickens Hobson.
Throughout her life, Sherri pursued a variety of passions. She honed her skills at the prestigious GIA...
Terrence Joseph Cullen
Dec 28, 2025
Terrence Joseph Cullen, age 77, passed away on Sunday, December 28, 2025 at St. Oaks Care Center in Carriere, Mississippi.
He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Bernadette Burlett Cullen and their three children: Joseph F. Williamson (Wendy), Robert Kevin Williamson (Kimberly), and Bridgette M. Williamson (Kerry). He is also survived by five grandchildren: Courtney L. Thornhill (Kevin), Meghan...
Kenneth Wayne Rayborn
Dec 24, 2025
Kenneth Wayne Rayborn,71, of Waveland, MS, passed away on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, in Waveland, MS. Born in Starkville, Mississippi, he was the beloved son of Talmadge and Rena Jean Rayborn.
Kenneth graduated from Bay High School in 1973 and continued his education at Pearl River Community College and Mississippi State University. A proud member of the Mississippi State Marching Band...
William "Billy" Cuevas
Dec 19, 2025
William “Billy” Cuevas, 53, of Bay Saint Louis died December 19, 2025. He was born May 19, 1972, in Laurel to Lena Jane Page.
He died following a major cardiac event on his wedding anniversary as he and wife, Vickie, traveled for a weekend celebration. His sudden death leaves an enormous void for his family and friends.
Billy was a loving, caring...
Wanda Rogers Haskell
Dec 17, 2025
Wanda Rogers Haskell, 78, of Waveland, Mississippi, passed away peacefully in her beautiful home beside her devoted and loving husband, Dewight Haskell, on December 17, 2025. Wanda was born on August 31, 1947, to Freddie Rogers and Lois Boudreaux. As the daughter of a Navy serviceman, her early years were shaped by movement and adventure; Wanda spent much of her...
Theodore Michael Adams
Dec 17, 2025
Theodore Michael Adams, 46, of Waveland, Mississippi, passed away on Wednesday, December 17, 2025. He was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on July 6, 1979 to Billy and Susan Adams.
Theodore was preceded in death by his mother, Susan Adams. He is survived by his father, Billy Adams; son, Alexander A. Adams; sister, Michelle Lynn Adams; nephew, Patrick Lee Redmon; and...
Patricia Lynelle Caldwell
Dec 15, 2025
Patricia Lynelle Caldwell, 86, of Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi, passed away on Monday, December 15, 2025. She was born on July 12, 1939 in Jennings, Louisiana to Henry and Dorothy Drake.
Patrica is preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Dorothy Drake; son, Jaime Knight; and brother, Norman Drake.
She is survived by her loving husband of 39 years, David Caldwell;...
David Thomas Shipman
Dec 11, 2025
David Thomas "Tommy" Shipman, 73, of Picayune, Mississippi, passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2025.
Tommy was born in Pine Bluff, Arkansas to George and Bernice Shipman, and raised by his mother and Eugene Lackey.
Tommy was preceded in death by his parents, and two brothers, Jerry and Randy Lackey.
He is survived by one son, David Shipman II; one daughter, Leslie (Ivan)...
Ingeborg D. Felder
Dec 11, 2025
Ingeborg D. Felder, born on April 23, 1927, in Weilburg, Germany, passed away on December 11, 2025, in Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi.
Ingeborg was a beloved member of her family, leaving behind loving children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. She is survived by her son, John K. Felder (Doris), daughter, Sharon F. Jacobi (Al), son, Gerald D. Felder, and daughter, Karen F....
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