Obituaries

Mildred Mary Ladner

Mildred Mary Ladner

Aug 3, 2025

Mildred Mary Ladner, a cherished member of her family and community, passed away on Sunday, August 3, 2025. Born on May 25, 1935, in Pass Christian, MS, she lived a life rich with love, laughter, and devotion to those around her.Mildred was the beloved wife of the late Vester Ladner, with whom she shared a life filled with warmth and...

Rebecca Lynn Ladner

Rebecca Lynn Ladner

Aug 2, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we announce the passing of Rebecca Lynn Hudson Ladner, remembered by many as Bubby and Becky. She was a devoted wife, loving mother, and a cherished grandmother and great grandmother, who passed away peacefully on 8/2/25 at the age of 70.

Rebecca was the very embodiment of love and warmth. From the...

Rebecca Ann Henley

Rebecca Ann Henley

Aug 2, 2025

Rebecca “Becky” Ann Cospelich Henley, 83, of Bay St. Louis, MS, peacefully passed away at her home surrounded by her family on Saturday, August 02, 2025.

Becky’s life was a beautiful reflection of her deep Christian faith, expressed through her warmth, compassion and generosity. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend to many, she had a gift for making people...

Beulah Mae Roberts

Beulah Mae Roberts

Aug 2, 2025

Beulah Mae Roberts, 92, of Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi, passed away on August 2, 2025.

No services are scheduled at this time.

Edmond Fahey Funeral Home is honored to serve the family and friends of Beulah Mae Roberts.

Basil Thompson Kennedy

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

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...

Scott McDonald Beyer Ward

Scott McDonald Beyer Ward

Jul 7, 2025

Scott McDonald Beyer Ward, born June 12, 1988, left us on July 7, 2025. A self-taught Renaissance man, Scott is survived by the love of his life, Jess Stone; his devoted parents, Holly Taylor Ward and Charles R. Ward Jr with his girlfriend Patricia Leitz; his brother Matt Ward and his wife, Alex; his paternal grandfather, Charles R. Ward Sr.;...

John Dale Bickner

John Dale Bickner

Jul 7, 2025

John Bickner took his last swim on July 7, 2025. An avid swimmer, he moved to Bay St. Louis, MS, so he could swim daily in the Gulf. He probably had a heart attack while swimming. It is a blessing that he died doing something he loved. He was 71.

John was born and raised in Heron Lake MN, the third...

Dewey Pulliam

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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...