Obituaries
Lauren Catherine Lane-Hester
Nov 23, 2024
Lauren Catherine Lane-Hester, of Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on November 23, 2024, after two years of illness. She was 80 years old.
Lauren was born on June 20, 1944, in Chicago, Illinois, to Harry Kish and Leona Welinske Kish, who preceded her in death. She was also predeceased by her sister, Sharon Jenkins. Lauren grew up on dairy...
Terrell Owen LaFontaine
Nov 22, 2024
Terrell Owen LaFontaine, lovingly known as “T.O.,” “Big Terrell,” “GT,” and (his favorite name)“Paw Paw,” passed away at the age of 74 on Friday, November 22, 2024. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Laurin Ann LaFontaine; his daughter Vicki Lynn Favre (Brian); his son Terrell O. LaFontaine, II (Julie); his five grandchildren: Natalie, Emily (Josh), Erin, Ethan, Evan;...
Dr. Stanley Willetts Chapman
Nov 20, 2024
Dr. Stanley “Stan” Willetts Chapman of Jackson, Mississippi passed away on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at the age of 78 in Bay St. Louis, MS. We celebrate the life of a remarkable physician, family man, brother, and friend, whose unwavering compassion and dedication to healing will continue beyond his earthly days.
Dr. Chapman was born in Brooklyn, N.Y. in 1946 to...
Emily Sophia LaFontaine
Nov 14, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Emily Sophia LaFontaine, age 14, of Pass Christian, MS, who left us on Thursday, November 14, 2024. Emily’s vibrant spirit and infectious laughter touched the lives of everyone she met, creating beautiful memories that will forever resonate in our hearts.
A cherished member of Calvary Chapel, Emily’s love for life...
Barbara LaBella Platz
Nov 13, 2024
Barbara LaBella Platz passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at the age of 81 in Bay St. Louis, MS.
Barbara was born on August 26, 1943, to Peter and Dora LaBella in New Orleans, LA. She was a graduate of Martin Behrman High School in New Orleans.
She was preceded in death by her husband Peter Platz, parents, Peter and Dora LaBella,...
Robert "Bob" Dale Zeigler
Nov 13, 2024
Robert "Bob" Zeigler, 69, of Diamondhead, Mississippi, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Ila Mae Zeigler.
He is survived by two sons, Spencer Zeigler and Karl Legere; one grandson, Eli Zeigler; three brothers, John Zeigler (Donni), Dave Zeigler (Eileen), and Bill Zeigler; and one nephew, Noah Zeigler.
A Celebration of Life will...
Ronald Ray Young, Jr.
Nov 13, 2024
Ronald Ray Young, Jr., 56, of Bay St. Louis, MS passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2024 in Gulfport, MS.
He was preceded in death by his father, Ronald Ray Young, Sr. and maternal and paternal grandparents.
He is survived by his wonderful and loving wife, Tara Ray; step-daughter, Phoenix Jones and mother, Cynthia White (Roger)
Edmond Fahey Funeral Home is honored to serve...
John Hurst Embry, Jr.
Nov 12, 2024
John Hurst Embry, Jr., 64, of Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi, passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2024.
John was born on November 19, 1959 in Melbourne, Florida to John Hurst Embry, Sr. and Peggy Philyaw Embry. He grew up in Satellite Beach, FL and attended Surfside Elementary School before moving to Clear Lake (Houston), TX, where he attended Junior and Senior...
Carlton E Kelley, Jr.
Nov 9, 2024
Carlton E. Kelley, Jr., 68, of Bay St. Louis, MS, passed away on November 9, 2024, in Diamondhead, MS.
Carlton loved to travel and cherishing moments with his grandchildren brought him joy.
He was preceded in death by his father, Carlton E. Kelley, Sr.; mother, Virgeline Jenkins; and sister, Janette Price.
Carlton is survived by three daughters, Carma Knight, Tiffany Kelley, and Alanna...
Raymond Joseph Ellis, Sr.
Nov 8, 2024
Raymond Joseph Ellis, Sr., 86, of Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi, passed away on Friday, November 8, 2024.
Raymond was born in Bay Saint Louis to Frank and Lucille Ellis on March 26, 1938. He was a member of Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church. After serving his country in the National Guard, Raymond was a well known business owner specializing...
Robert "Bob" Emmett King, Jr.
Nov 6, 2024
Robert "Bob" Emmett, King, Jr., 68, of Bay St. Louis, MS passed away after a short illness on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 in Slidell, LA.
Bob was born in Baton Rouge, LA and moved with his family when he was three to Metairie, LA. He attended New Orleans Academy from K-12 where he lettered in football, track, and was commander of the...
Janet Luxich Wiggins
Nov 5, 2024
Janet Luxich Wiggins,70, of Kiln, MS passed away Tuesday, November 5, 2024 in Kiln, MS.
Janet's life was a beautiful testament to love, compassion, and unwavering faith.
A proud graduate of Bay High School in 1973. She completed nursing school in 1977. Throughout her career as a dedicated nurse, she touched countless lives with her kindness and expertise, demonstrating that nursing was...
Herbert "Toby" Arnold Mevers
Oct 31, 2024
Herbert "Toby" Arnold Mevers, 81, of Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi, passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2024.
Toby was born in Bogalusa, Louisiana to Herbert Arnold Mevers, Sr. and Edna Bennett Mevers. He served in the U.S. Army. He loved spending time with his family and friends. His interests included walking on the beach, sailing, gardening, and reading. He was a...
Cece Sue Collins
Oct 30, 2024
Cece Sue Collins, 70, of Waveland, Mississippi, passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2024.
Cece was born on May 9, 1954 in Laurel, MS to George Wilson and Susan Collins and spent the last few decades on the MS Gulf Coast. She was a member of the Methodist faith.
Cece was preceded in death by her parents, George Wilson and Susan Collins.
She...
Thaddeus "T.J." Collier
Oct 28, 2024
Thaddeus "T.J." Collier, 76, of Bay St. Louis, MS, passed away surrounded by loved ones on Monday, October 28, 2024, in Gulfport, MS.
T.J. was a proud member of the American Legion, V.F.W and the Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed many activities including dancing, swimming, traveling, listening to music, and playing tennis.
As a dedicated father, T.J. cherished spending time with his...
Jesse James Rego
Oct 28, 2024
Jesse James Rego, 19, of Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi, passed away on Monday, October 28, 2024.
Jesse was born in Okinawa, Japan on September 24, 2005 while his father was stationed in Japan with the U.S. Marine Corps. In 2007, they moved to Bay St. Louis, where Jesse was raised, graduating from Bay High in the class of 2024. He went...
Eudora Pierce MacNair Smith
Oct 22, 2024
Eudora “Andora” Pierce MacNair Smith passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at the Hospice House in Slidell, LA.
Andora was a longtime resident of Pass Christian, MS.
She was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, longtime local business owner, "Andora’s Holistic Therapies" artist, beloved, involved community and church member.
Andora (also known as “Dora”) was born in Wilmington, Delaware, in 1947...
Judith "Judi" Summers
Oct 21, 2024
Judith "Judi" Summers, 68, of Waveland, MS passed away unexpectedly on Monday, October 21, 2024 in Waveland, MS. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was known affectionately as Mom, Mimi, and Mawmaw. A graduate of Columbia High School in 1974, Judi went on to attend Pearl River Community College, where she met the love of...
Dawn Marie Nogueira
Oct 20, 2024
Dawn Marie Callhan Nogueira, 59, of Waveland, Mississippi, passed away on October 20, 2024.
Dawn was a devout Catholic and attended Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church in Bay Saint Louis, MS. She loved spending time at home, cooking and playing games on her iPhone. She also loved spending time at the beach; she enjoyed life.
Dawn is survived by her...
William "Bill" LeMoyne Delcuze
Oct 18, 2024
William "Bill" LeMoyne Delcuze, 81, of Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi, passed away on Friday, October 18, 2024.
He was a veteran of the United States Air Force and honorably served as an intelligence officer in Thailand during the Vietnam War during which he reached the rank of Captain. He held degrees from Mississippi State University and William Carey College.
He was a...
Subscribe
Subscribe to get alerts on new obituaries
