Obituaries
Mary Catherine Thornton Ladner
Feb 19, 2026
Mary Catherine Thornton Ladner, age 74, of Waveland, Mississippi, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on February 19, 2026.
Mary was born on August 31, 1951, in Kenner, Louisiana, to Burt and Jane Thornton. She was a graduate of high school and went on to complete cosmetology school before beginning a long and dedicated career. Mary worked...
Clarence Franklin Schornick III
Feb 13, 2026
Clarence "Jack" Franklin Schornick III of Bay St. Louis, MS passed away Friday, February 13, 2026, at the age of 74.
It is with heavy hearts and grateful smiles that we celebrate the life of Jack, a man whose humor, energy, and generosity left an indelible mark on everyone who knew him. Born on October 10, 1951, in Seminole, Oklahoma, Jack...
Allan Patrick Murphey
Feb 12, 2026
On February 12, 2026, Allan Patrick Murphey died peacefully with family at his bedside.
He attended Francis T. Nicholls High School in New Orleans and graduated from Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana. Allan worked in the maritime industry for over 40 years. After retirement he volunteered at Memorial Hospital in Gulfport, Mississippi and at the Waveland Ground Zero Hurricane Katrina...
Kathy Ann Ford
Feb 10, 2026
Kathy Burnett Ford, age 69, of Kiln, MS., went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, passing peacefully in the arms of her loving son, her beloved husband at her side.
Born to Henry "Preacher" M. Eubanks and Esther "Kitty" Moss, Kat came into this world on October 22, 1956, in Lucedale, MS. Kat grew up in...
Joel Davis Dicharry, Sr.
Feb 8, 2026
Joel Davis Dicharry, Sr., of Diamondhead, Mississippi, passed away at home on Sunday, February 8th, 2026. Born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana in 1947, he is preceded in death by his parents, Verne Dicharry, Sr. and Veva Davis Dicharry; his beloved first wife, Roseanne Cooling Dicharry; his granddaughter Nina Dicharry; his brother Verne Dicharry, Jr. and his sister-in-law Susie Dicharry.
Joel is survived...
Bobby "Boz" Lamar Boswell, Sr.
Feb 7, 2026
Bobby "Boz" Lamar Boswell, Sr., 78, of Bay St. Louis, MS, passed away on Saturday, February 7, 2026, in New Orleans, LA. Boz proudly served in the United States Army from 67-69, demonstrating his dedication to his country he was a proud Vietnam Veteran.
An active member of the Ironworkers Local 58 and American Legion Post 139, Boz was deeply involved...
Jerry Louis Ladner
Feb 6, 2026
Jerry Louis Ladner, of Lakeshore, Miss. passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, Feb. 6, 2026, at the age of 86. He was born January 19, 1940, in Bay St Louis, Mississippi.
Jerry was a lifelong resident of Hancock County where he had many relatives and friends. He loved people, and he always championed the cause of the "little man"...
Joseph Reuther III
Feb 5, 2026
Joseph Reuther III, age of 74, of Bay St. Louis, passed away on Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
Mr. Reuther was a longtime resident of the Gulf Coast who was an avid hunter and fisherman. He loved to tell his stories and listen to everyone else's. He was a master carpenter who loved to build everything that came to his mind, or...
Louis "Bud" Moreau
Feb 5, 2026
Louis Joseph Moreau, Jr.
Louis “Bud” Moreau, age 97, of Bay St. Louis, MS, passed away peacefully in his home on Thursday February 5, 2026.
Bud was born in Alexandria, LA where he spent his childhood working in the family business. Shortly after Bud’s high school graduation his family relocated to Bay St. Louis, MS where he resided until his death.
Bud enlisted...
John Angus Wadsworth
Feb 4, 2026
John Angus Wadsworth, 72, of Diamondhead, Mississippi, passed away on Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
John was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on January 16, 1954, to Oliver and Lucille Wadsworth. His lifelong love for the sea shaped his career. He proudly served in various roles, all deeply rooted in maritime service. Anyone who knew John was well aware of his devotion...
Joe Michael Shaw, Sr.
Feb 4, 2026
Joe Michael Shaw, Sr. was born March 14, 1950, to Marie Shaw Cagle and she was assisted by her parents, O.L. Shaw and Christie Bell, who also helped raise Joe from infancy. With no siblings, Joe received all the attention and love a child could receive. As a youngster growing up at a time when rock'n'roll was king, Joe developed...
Mark K. Murphy
Feb 3, 2026
Mark K. Murphy died on February 3rd, 2026 at St. Joseph's Hospice in Gulfport, MS surrounded by family and friends. He was born on July 11, 1965 and was a resident of Bay Saint Louis, MS. He served in the United States Army for four years.
Mark is preceded in death by Dan B. Murphy, father; Helen Murphy Decell, mother; Louis...
Barbara Jean Thornton
Jan 31, 2026
Barbara Jean Thornton, 74, of Kiln, Mississippi, passed away on Saturday, January 31, 2026. Barbara was a woman committed to her faith and committed to her family. She will be missed by all who knew her.
Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Edna Thornton; brothers, George Earl, David, William, Elmer, and James Thornton; sisters, Ethal Page, Nora...
Timothy Schaubhut
Jan 28, 2026
Timothy “Tim Montana” Schaubhut was born on October 20, 1962, and passed away on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, in Gulfport, Mississippi, at the age of 63.
Tim grew up in Thibodaux, Louisiana, and later graduated in Katy, Texas, before finding his calling in radio. From New Orleans to Houston to the Ozarks, his radio career put him in rooms with country...
Elizabeth "Liz" Maillho Buoch
Jan 28, 2026
Elizabeth "Liz" Maillho Buoch born on June 22, 1960 to Milton and Mathilda Maillho, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2026.
Liz was a daughter, sister, aunt, mother, grandmother and friend who mattered deeply to those that loved her. She was so proud of her grandchildren, always taking pictures and showing them off. She loved Mardi Gras, dancing, fishing, shopping and...
William John Kane
Jan 28, 2026
William "Bill" John Kane,75, of Bay St. Louis, MS passed away Wednesday, January 28, 2026, with his family by his side.
A native of Baton Rouge, LA living in Bay St. Louis, MS. He graduated from Redemptorist High School in Baton Rouge. He was a member of St. Clare Catholic Church in Waveland, MS where he was a member of the...
Margaret "Marie" Dudash
Jan 27, 2026
Margaret “Marie” Dudash (NumNum), age 70, of Gulfport, Mississippi, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, January 27th, 2026.
Marie, a native of the Gulf Coast and past resident of Indiana, loved life. She always kept a smile on her face and laughter in her heart. She enjoyed dancing, playing Bingo, and drinking coffee. She always talked...
Debra Guillot Johnson
Jan 27, 2026
Debra Guillot Johnson, age 72, of Bay St. Louis, left on her last adventure on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
Ms. Johnson retired to Bay St. Louis a year ago with her husband of 49 years, Craig Johnson. She is preceded in death by her mother, Margie Midkiff Guillot, her father, Sidney Paul Guillot, her brothers, Alfred Guillot and Kenneth Guillot, and...
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...
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