Obituaries
Aaron Dale Burge
Sep 10, 2024
Aaron Dale Burge, 40, of Lakewood, Colorado, passed away on Tuesday, September 10, 2024.
Aaron truly inherited the love of fishing, and always made time for that.
Aaron was preceded in death by his sister, Michalean Burge; and grandfathers, Irving Higgins Jr. and Melvin M. Burge.
He is survived by his wife, Ashley Burge; daughter, Deja K. Burge; mother, Melissa Higgins "Pebbles" Boswell;...
Robert Garland "Bob" Hubbard III
Sep 9, 2024
Robert Garland "Bob" Hubbard III 86, of Bay St. Louis, MS passed away peacefully at Dunbar Village in Bay St. Louis while in Hospice care.
Bob was born to R.G. "Manny" Hubbard and Dorothy Thompson "Dot" Hubbard on May 19, 1938, at Baptist Hospital in New Orleans, LA then came home to live in the family home in Waveland, MS.
Bob attended...
Dr. Leonard "Chick" Anthony Cheramie, Jr.
Sep 5, 2024
Dr. Leonard Anthony “Chick” Cheramie, Jr.
Born November 1, 1928, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Dr. Chick, a resident of Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on September 5, 2024, after a brief illness.
Dr. Chick was a graduate of Jesuit High School, Louisiana State University, and LSU Medical School. After medical school he served as a flight surgeon in the United...
Thomas "Eddie" Edmund Jennings, Sr.
Sep 2, 2024
Thomas "Eddie" Jennings, Sr., 82, of Kiln, Mississippi, passed away on Monday, September 2, 2024.
Eddie was born in Hattiesburg, MS on August 30, 1942 to Avis Morgan and William Jennings. He was an avid outdoorsman who had a great love of sports. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gunsmithing, working on cars, and drinking cold beer. During his early life he served...
Joseph E. Kern
Sep 2, 2024
Joseph E. Kern, 87, of Diamondhead, MS, passed away on Monday, September 2, 2024 in Gulfport, MS. He was a cherished member of Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, the Rotary, and the Hancock County Historical Society. Joseph graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi with a Bachelor's degree in Business. He had a passion for hunting, fishing, traveling, and reading.
He was...
Leo Jerome Driscoll, Jr.
Sep 1, 2024
Leo Jerome Driscoll, Jr., known also by "Pawpaw," of Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi, passed away on Sunday, September 1, 2024 at the age of 90.
Leo was born on July 20, 1934 in Baltimore, MD to Leo and Hazel Driscoll. Brother to Francis Kratz & John Driscoll. Leo was a member of Lutheran Church of the Pines in Waveland, MS. He...
Guy McCormick Wheeler, Sr.
Aug 31, 2024
Guy McCormick Wheeler, Sr., 71 of Bay St. Louis, MS passed away Saturday, August 31, 2024 in Bay St. Louis.
Mr. Wheeler was a lifetime resident of Bay St. Louis and a man of Faith. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend who will be sadly missed by all.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen...
Darrell Wayne Edwards
Aug 27, 2024
Darrell Wayne Edwards, 86, of Diamondhead, MS passed away Tuesday, August 27, 2024 in Diamondhead, MS.
Darrell proudly served in the United States Marine Corps.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Jess Wayne and Dorothy Blanche Atwood Edwards.
He is survived by his daughter, Darlene Tuggle and fiancée, Dorothy Mysing.
In honor of Darrell, the family suggests donations to the Wounded Warrior...
Mary Margaret Perkins
Aug 23, 2024
Mary Margaret Perkins, a lifelong native of Bay Saint Louis, died unexpectedly on Friday, August 23, 2024 at the age of 75.
Mary was born January 3, 1949, to Rufus Terrell and Vivian Eggloff Perkins at King's Daughter Hospital in Bay St. Louis. She was a graduate of Bay High School, class of 1966.
A civic minded leader, Mary took great pride...
Linda Bustin Sweet
Aug 23, 2024
Linda Bustin Sweet, 76, of Diamondhead, Mississippi, passed away on Friday, August 23, 2024.
Linda was born on November 23, 1947 to Oscar and Willie Bustin in Hattiesburg, MS. She loved her work as a dog groomer, dedicating many years to it. She loved riding motorcycles, sweet tea, and a variety of do-it-yourself and building projects. She will be missed by...
Daniel "Mutzie" Joseph Forestier III
Aug 20, 2024
Daniel “Mutzie” Joseph Forestier III, 64, of Waveland, Mississippi, passed away on Tuesday, August 20, 2024.
Mutzie was born on May 19, 1960, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to Daniel and Barbara Forestier. He grew up in Chalmette, Louisiana, where he spent the first 22 years of his life. A proud alumnus of Chalmette High School, Mutzie was the quarterback for the...
Dr. Mildred Marie Usher III
Aug 19, 2024
Dr. Mildred "Millie" Marie Usher III, 83, of Perkinston, MS, passed away on Monday, August 19, 2024, in Gulfport, MS.
Millie was a dedicated member of the Clermont Harbor Methodist Church and also held membership at Wiggins Methodist Church.
She was born in New Orleans LA, and grew up in Clermont Harbor. Millie graduated from Bay High School and furthered her education...
Roy Joseph Dedeaux, Jr.
Aug 19, 2024
Roy "PeeWee" Joseph Dedeaux, Jr., 75, of Bay St. Louis, MS, passed away on Monday, August 19, 2024, leaving behind a legacy cherished by his family and friends.
PeeWee was born and raised in New Orleans, LA, and moved to Bay St. Louis at a young age. He took great pride in his service with the United States Navy and was...
William "Bill" Richard Lady
Aug 18, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of William “Bill” Lady, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Bill, aged 69, loved the Mississippi Gulf Coast and was so proud to be one of the founders and board of directors for the beloved event Cruisin’ the Coast.
Bill was born in Chicago, Illinois and raised in a suburb...
Anna Elizabeth Jeanfreau
Aug 16, 2024
It is with a heavy heart that I share the news of the passing of our beloved Anna "Sally" Elizabeth Jeanfreau, who left us on Friday, August 16, 2024, in Bay St. Louis, MS, at the age of 87. As we gather our thoughts and emotions during this difficult time, we remember Sally not only for the years she graced...
Robert Leo Hincks
Aug 15, 2024
Robert Leo Hincks, 78, of Waveland, Mississippi, passed away on Thursday, August 15, 2024.
Robert was born on August 31, 1945 in New Orleans, Louisiana to William Hincks and Geraldine O'Brien. He grew up in Pass Christian, MS. During his younger years he loved playing many different sports, like basketball, softball, or football, later playing football for MGCCC Perkinston and Southeastern...
Jean Marie Chambley
Aug 13, 2024
Jean Marie Chambley, 79, of Bay St. Louis, MS passed away Tuesday, August 13 2024, in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi.
She was a member of Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church in Bay St. Louis, MS and made lasting contributions to her community through various organizations including, American Legion Auxiliary Post 139, Hancock County Women's Republican Club, and former committee...
Gerald Winston Scafidi
Aug 11, 2024
Gerald “Jerry” Winston Scafidi, 82, of Bay St. Louis, MS passed away Sunday, August 11, 2024 in Gulfport, MS.
Jerry served in the United States Coast Guard and Civil Air Patrol. He was a member of Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church.
He loved Aviation, Snow Skiing, Boating, and Traveling/vacationing to Costa Rica.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, August J. and...
Steve Joseph Prestenbach, Jr.
Aug 8, 2024
Steve J. Prestenbach, Jr., 86, of Natchez, MS passed away Thursday, August 8, 2024 in Diamondhead, MS.
He was of Pentecostal faith and a member of the Lions club.
Steve enjoyed watching the Saints, Elvis Presley, Harley Davidson Motorcycles, fishing, cooking, telling stories, and making people laugh.
He was preceded in death by two daughters, Darlene J. Wilson, and Tanya R. Prestenbach; parents,...
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