Obituaries

Jeanette Stephens

Jeanette Stephens

Jul 26, 2026

Jeanette Stephens, aged 83 passed away in her home in Diamondhead MS on Sunday 26th July 2026.

Born Jeanette Lillian Rose Stephens in 1943 in the UK, she left home at 16 and emigrated to Australia. Jeanette returned home after 2 years having matured into a confident young woman. The desire to travel had been awakened and she went again to...

Linda

Linda

Jul 24, 2026

Sieglinde "Linda" H. Arceneaux passed away Friday, July 24, 2026, at the age of 81 in Gulfport, MS. Linda was born on June 23, 1945 in Germany.

She is survived by five children, 12 grandchildren, three grandchildren, and many great-grandchildren, and also step-great-grandchildren.

No services are scheduled at this time.

Edmond Fahey Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Linda Arceneaux.

Dr. Myrna Ladner Bourgeois

Dr. Myrna Ladner Bourgeois

Jul 16, 2026

Dr. Myrna Ladner Bourgeois, PhD, of Waveland, MS, passed away at home on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at the age of 88.

Myrna was born in Hancock County, MS, on January 3, 1938, to August and Myrtle Ladner of the Bayou La Croix Community. She graduated from Kiln High School before attending Pearl River Junior College, where she earned an associate’s...

Larry O. Helton

Larry O. Helton

Jul 13, 2026

Larry O’Deane Helton, lovingly known to many as “Homer,” passed away peacefully on July 13, 2026, in Kiln, Mississippi. Born on August 11, 1937, in Elmer, Missouri, Larry’s life was characterized by dedication to family, quiet strength, and lasting friendships.

Larry was the cherished son of the late Archie Helton and Effie Mae Helton. He was also preceded in death by...

Mary Catherine Gillen

Mary Catherine Gillen

Jul 12, 2026

Mary Catherine Gillen née Rogers, 82, of Waveland, Mississippi, passed away on Sunday, July 12, 2026, in Shreveport, LA.

Mary was born in Magnolia, Arkansas to Clarence Rogers and Louise Rogers née Roton on November 7, 1943. She was educated at Fairpark High School, Shreveport, LA, and Forest Park Community College, St. Louis, MO. Mary married William F. Gillen Jr., and...

Bobby Lee McAlister

Bobby Lee McAlister

Jul 7, 2026

IT IS WITH DEEP SORROW THAT WE ANNOUNCE THE PASSING OF BOBBY LEE MCALISTER ON JULY 7TH, 2026. HE PEACEFULLY DEPARTED FROM THIS WORLD AT HIS HOME IN BAY ST LOUIS, MS. BOBBY WAS BORN ON JULY 19, 1961 AND RAISED IN MERIDIAN, MISSISSIPPI. BOBBY HAD A PASSION FOR OLD CARS AND HE LOVED SPENDING MOST OF HIS TIME WITH...

Emilie Renee Scianna

Emilie Renee Scianna

Jul 5, 2026

Emilie Renee SciannaSeptember 2, 1983 – July 5, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Emilie Renee Scianna, who entered eternal rest on July 5, 2026, at the age of 42.

Emilie was born on September 2, 1983, and was the beloved daughter of the late Luke Michael Scianna, Jr. and Brenda Demoruelle Scianna. She was preceded in death by...

Edwin Lee Dawsey

Edwin Lee Dawsey

Jul 5, 2026

Edwin Lee Dawsey, beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend, passed away on July 5, 2026, in Covington, Louisiana. He was born on May 28, 1971, in Picayune, Mississippi. His life was marked by a steadfast devotion to his family, faith, and profession.

Edwin’s love for his family was the cornerstone of his life. He is survived by his wife, Brandi...

Emile Louis Mattei Jr.

Emile Louis Mattei Jr.

Jul 3, 2026

Emile Louis Mattei Jr., a devoted family man, proud Marine veteran, innovative entrepreneur, and beloved friend, passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 3, 2026, at the age of 92. Born on May 7, 1934, in New Orleans, Louisiana, at Hôtel-Dieu Hospital (the name of the hospital at that time), he grew up on Verbena Street in Gentilly (named...

Gloria Marjoe Breland Gex

Gloria Marjoe Breland Gex

Jul 3, 2026

Gloria Marjoe Breland Gex, a resident of Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 3, 2026, surrounded by family. She was born on January 29, 1940, in Caesar, MS to Vera Lee Breland and Joseph B. Breland, who precede her in death.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 41 years, Gerald Calhoun Gex, her sister...

Gwendolyn Favre Barrett

Gwendolyn Favre Barrett

Jul 2, 2026

Gwendolyn “Gwen” Favre BarrettBay St. Louis, Mississippi

Gwendolyn “Gwen” Favre Barrett, 64, of Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones.

A lifelong resident of the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Gwen was born on February 3, 1962, in Gulfport. She was a devoted member of Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church and a proud...

Penny Lynn Ladner Bourgeois

Penny Lynn Ladner Bourgeois

Jun 30, 2026

Penny Ladner Bourgeois, 78, of Bay St. Louis, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, June 30, 2026.

Born on July 16, 1947 in New Orleans to Agatha and Clinton Ladner, Penny was a true New Orleans Lady and lived a life that reflected the city from which she hailed. A lover of soulful music, good food, and cold drinks, Penny had...

Donald Robert Wilson

Donald Robert Wilson

Jun 29, 2026

Donald Robert Wilson passed away on Monday, June 29, 2026, in Slidell LA at the age of 73.

Known as “Don” to his family and friends, he was born on March 2, 1953, in Jasper, AL. Following graduation from Walker High School, he worked in construction; during that time, he met and married Donna Skinner, also from Jasper. Together they had...

Parker David Waltman

Parker David Waltman

Jun 25, 2026

Parker David Waltman, 27, of Kiln, Mississippi, passed away on Thursday, June 25, 2026.

Parker was born on July 2, 1998, in Bay St. Louis, MS, to Raymond Waltman and Kathleen Gardache. He enjoyed playing his Xbox, eating (that boy loved to eat), loved wrestling, and spending time with family. Parker will be greatly missed by all who knew him, especially...

Mark Andrew Danko

Mark Andrew Danko

Jun 22, 2026

Mark Andrew Danko, from Meraux, Louisiana, passed away June 22, 2026, at the age of 52. Born on October 14, 1973, in Gulfport, Mississippi, he is the beloved son of Barbara and Russell Traina, and brother of Kenneth Danko. 

Mark is the father of Mark Danko Jr., Jada Danko, and Destinee Duet. He also had six grandchildren and a host of...

Dorothy Jane Larroux Kersanac

Dorothy Jane Larroux Kersanac

Jun 20, 2026

Dorothy Jane Larroux Kersanac, 89, of Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 20, 2026, in Houston, Texas, her children holding vigil across three states, and her grandchildren bringing her joy with songs and laughter in her final days.

Dot was born on February 6, 1937 at the old Kings-Daughters Hospital in Bay St. Louis, where her heart...

David Lee Van Patten

David Lee Van Patten

Jun 14, 2026

David Lee Van Patten, 50, of Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, passed away on June 14, 2026, in Bay St. Louis.

Born on September 16, 1975, at Vandenberg Air Force Hospital in California, David was a son, brother, father, veteran, and friend. He proudly served in the military for two years and was a disabled veteran.

David loved spending time outdoors and enjoyed...

Oren Bradley Bounds

Oren Bradley Bounds

Jun 14, 2026

Oren "Brillo" Bradley Bounds, 64, of Carriere, Mississippi, passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2026.

Bradley was born on April 8, 1962, in Bay Saint Louis, MS, to Oren and Betty Bounds. Preferring to spend most of his time behind the camera rather than in front of it, Bradley enjoyed traveling from faraway countries to local communities to depict life in...

Frederick William Rothwell Jr.

Frederick William Rothwell Jr.

Jun 10, 2026

Frederick William Rothwell Jr., 91, of Kiln, Mississippi, passed away on June 10, 2026. Frederick was born on February 28, 1935, in San Diego, CA, to Frederick and Mildred Rothwell. He honorable served his country in the U.S. Armed Forces, six years in the Marines and three years in the Air Force. Frederick was a hard worker, both in his...

Paul Richard Eyster

Paul Richard Eyster

Jun 10, 2026

Paul Richard Eyster, 64, of Diamondhead, MS passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, in Diamondhead, MS.

Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, Paul was a devoted family man and a cherished friend whose warmth and enthusiasm brightened every room he entered.

For the past 25 years, Paul dedicated himself as the manager of Helm Paint and Supply in Mandeville, Louisiana, where his...