Obituaries
Harold Eugene Jackson
Sep 12, 2026
Harold Eugene Jackson, of Lakeshore, Mississippi, passed away on September 12, 2026, in Lakeshore. He was born on November 20, 1953, in Lakeshore, and remained a part of the community throughout his life.
Harold was a carpenter and a cook, and he brought dedication and steady effort to his work. He also earned his GED, an accomplishment that reflected his determination....
Jack Joseph Voelker
Sep 10, 2026
Jack Joseph Voelker, 92, of Diamondhead, MS, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2026, surrounded by loving family.
Jack was born May 24, 1934, in New Orleans, LA and enjoyed life as a consummate family man, introducing three generations of his family to his love of fishing. Graduated from St. Aloysious High School where he excelled on the football field earning...
Stephen Mark Koppman
Sep 9, 2026
Stephen "Steve" Mark Koppman, 88, of Diamondhead, Mississippi, passed away on Wednesday, September 9, 2026.
Steve was born on May 18, 1938, in New York, NY, to Leo and Marjorie Koppman. He was their firstborn child and they lived in Brooklyn, NY until the family moved to Dallas, TX. He attended the Wharton School of Business in Pennsylvania and excelled in...
John Jerome Maples
Sep 6, 2026
John Jerome Maples, of Waveland, Mississippi, passed away on Sunday, September 6, 2026, at the age of 71.
Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on September 5, 1955, John lived a life that took him from his hometown across much of the country. He proudly served in the United States Navy. Following his military service, John worked in several different occupations, each...
Patsy Jo Cuevas
Sep 5, 2026
Patsy Jo Cuevas, aged 77, of Kiln, MS passed away on September 5th 2026. She was born on August 16,1949 in Sibley, LA
She was the cherished daughter of the late Kate Gibson and Thomas McCoy.
Patsy brought warmth, joy, and unconditional love to everyone she met. She was a loving mother who always put her family first, but her favorite and...
James Todd Hornbuckle
Sep 4, 2026
James "Jimmy" Todd Hornbuckle, 60, of Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi, passed away on Friday, September 4, 2026.
Jimmy was born on October 11, 1965 in Atlanta, Georgia. After graduating from Franklin County High School, he worked in many different careers, including: Atlanta Airport, Atlanta Dental, Ethan Allen, Beau Rivage, and 200 North Beach Restaurant. Jimmy loved college football, music, visiting oceans...
Steven Ray Muirhead
Sep 3, 2026
Steven Ray Muirhead "Steve", age 57, of Bay St. Louis, was born on May 2nd, 1969 in Louisiana, and passed away on Thursday, September 3rd, 2026 in Bay St. Louis.
Steve was a long time resident of the Mississippi Gulf Coast and attended Bay High School. He was always a hard worker providing for his family. He was a loving father,...
Jill Ina Larkin Booher
Sep 2, 2026
Jill Ina Larkin Booher, age 86, a resident of Diamondhead, Mississippi, went to be with our Lord on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, surrounded by family and close friends. She was born January 26, 1940 in New Orleans, LA To Justine Mary Sauter Larkin and Thomas Patrick Joseph Larkin, who proceed her in death. She is survived by her loving husband...
Steven Lee Harrel
Aug 31, 2026
Steven Lee Harrel "Steve", age 65 of Bay St. Louis, MS. passed away on August 31, 2026, at his residence.
Steve was born on July 10, 1961, in Charleston, SC to John Alexander "Bo" Harrel and Patsy Jane (Swann) Harrel. Prior to becoming ill, Steve worked in the home improvement industry and enjoyed cabinetry. He was well known for his tall...
Lawrence Emanuel Starita, Jr.
Aug 30, 2026
Lawrence “Skip” Emanuel Starita Jr., at the age of 82, quietly departed this life on Sunday, August 30, 2026, in his cherished hometown of Bay St. Louis, MS.
Skip was born on March 23, 1944, in Bay St. Louis to Lawrence “Skeet” and Aleciadell “Dell” Bennett Starita, who were also lifelong residents of Hancock County. His passions included fishing, hunting, cooking,...
Brennan Joseph Sims
Aug 29, 2026
Brennan Joseph Sims, affectionately known as “Porkchop,” 20, of Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi, passed away on Saturday, August 29, 2026.
Brennan was born on October 9, 2005 in Sevierville, Tennessee to Keith Sims and Lindsey Fayard. Brennan was a young man with a big personality and an even bigger heart. Brennan had a way of bringing laughter wherever he went and...
Bernard "Benny" Silvestri
Aug 25, 2026
Bernard "Benny" Silvestri, 74, of Walker, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones.
Benny was born on August 6, 1952, in Algiers, LA and was a longtime resident of Waveland, MS before moving to Walker, LA after Hurricane Katrina. Benny leaves behind to cherish his memory, his sister, Yvonne Silvestri; cousins, Jay Dufrechou and...
Loretta Marie Holden
Aug 24, 2026
Loretta Holden, 82, of Bay Saint Louis, MS, passed away on Monday, August 24, 2026, in Woodland Village, Diamondhead, MS.
Loretta was born on July 28, 1944, to Maryetta and Herman Holden. She loved to crochet. Loretta was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Foster Holden; and sister, Ida Holden. She is survived by her sisters, Anna Bingham and Etta...
Derek Louis Collier
Aug 22, 2026
Derek Louis Collier was born on January 27, 1975, in Gulfport, Mississippi, and passed away on August 22, 2026, in Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi. A native of Bay Saint Louis, he is remembered with love as a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend, and he will be deeply missed by those who hold him close in their hearts.
Derek was baptized...
Elizabeth Anne Breen
Aug 20, 2026
ELIZABETH ANNE BREEN, age 69 of Bay St. Louis, MS, passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2026.
ELIZABETH ANNE BREEN was born on Flag Day, June 14, 1957, in Norfolk VA, where her father was stationed with the Navy. She was the youngest of three children and the only daughter of George William Breen and Madeline Mary Berni Breen. Lizzie, as...
William David Ladner
Aug 17, 2026
William “Billy” Ladner, 83, of Necaise, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2026, in Poplarville.
Billy was born on August 1, 1943, in New Orleans to the late Forrest and Erma Bourgeois Ladner. He was raised in Lakeshore, the place that always held his heart, he eventually made Necaise his home, where he lived his married life and built a lifetime...
Raymond John Myers
Aug 17, 2026
In Loving Memory of Raymond Myers
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Raymond, 77, who passed away on Monday, August 17, 2026, a truly special man who was loved by everyone fortunate enough to know him.
Raymond had a heart of gold and a personality that could light up any room. He was always ready...
Cleopatra Moran
Aug 16, 2026
Cleopatra Moran, age 90, went peacfully to her Forever Home to be with her Lord on Sunday, August 16, 2026.
A woman of deep faith, compassion, and unwavering generosity, Cleopatra devoted her life sharing the love of Christ with everyone she encountered. Her faith was not simply something she professed- it was something she lived each day. As a faithful member...
Richard Arthur Fillingame
Aug 14, 2026
Richard Arthur Fillingame, also known as "Dickie" to his family, "Rich" at work, and "Papa" to his grandchildren, passed away on Friday, August 14, 2026, at the age of 67.
Richard was born on November 22, 1958, in Gulfport, Mississippi to James A. and Ethel Mae Fillingame. He was a graduate of Bay Sr. High School, class of 1976, and held...
Wilfred Aubert Rome Jr.
Aug 10, 2026
Wilfred Aubert Rome Jr., age 95, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2026, at Woodland Village Nursing Center. Born on July 10, 1931, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Wilfred lived a long and meaningful life centered on family, faith, and love.
Wilfred was preceded in death by his parents, Wilfred Aubert Rome and Leona Anna Garcich Rome; his beloved wife, Catherine Mary...
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