Obituaries

Juanita Mae Giveans Dedeaux

Juanita Mae Giveans Dedeaux

May 12, 2026

Juanita Mae Giveans Dedeaux, 88, of Bay St. Louis, MS passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2026, in Waveland, MS.

 A beloved member of Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church, Juanita’s radiant spirit touched all who knew her, shining most brightly through her profound love for family and her zest for life.

Juanita’s joyful soul was beautifully expressed in the treasured moments...

Richard Michael Mattingly

Richard Michael Mattingly

May 12, 2026

Richard "Rick" Michael Mattingly, 68, of Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, passed away on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Born in Quantico, Virginia, Rick graduated from Castle High School in 1975. Shortly thereafter, he devoted his life to serving our country by joining the United States Air Force, where he served with distinction from April 1976 until September 1992....

Tammy Aline Favre Peterson

Tammy Aline Favre Peterson

May 10, 2026

Tammy Aline Favre Peterson, 63, of Waveland Mississippi passed away on the morning of May 10, 2026.Born December 20, 1962 in Bay Saint Louis, MS to Curtis Blaize Favre Sr., and Jessie Mae Dahl Favre, Tammy spent most of her life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. She grew up in Bay Saint Louis, lived for a time in San Diego,...

Randall Ruben "Randy" Ingersoll

Randall Ruben "Randy" Ingersoll

May 9, 2026

Randall "Randy" R. Ingersoll of Lakeshore, Mississippi, was born on July 20, 1961, and passed from this world on May 9, 2026. A beloved husband, father, brother, and friend to many, Randy is now reunited with his son, Robert, whom he deeply missed and longed to be with again.

Randy was a dedicated husband and father to Sheila, Robert and Steven....

Bluffard A. Bradburn

Bluffard A. Bradburn

May 8, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Bluffard A. Bradburn.

Mr. Bradburn departed this life peacefully on May 8, 2026, at the age of 84 surrounded by his loving wife and family.

Born in Costa Rica on April 13, 1942, to Bluffard and Zoraida Bradburn, he served in the Navy on the USS Shangri-La. He lived a life marked by dedication...

Paul Eugene Mary III

Paul Eugene Mary III

May 6, 2026

Paul Eugene Mary III, 91, of Bay Saint Louis, MS, passed away on Wednesday, May 6, 2026.

Paul is survived by his sister, Cynthia Sue Mary.

Services will be held on Monday May 18, 2026, at Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church, with visitation at 9:00 a.m., and Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. Graveside service will take place at...

Wesley Robert Viator

Wesley Robert Viator

Apr 30, 2026

Wesley Robert “Bob” Viator, 65, passed away on Thursday, April 30th, 2026. Bob, as he was known by family and friends, was born in Lafayette, LA on May 1, 1960, to the late Roland Paul Viator and Isabel Rouly Viator. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, everything LSU, and spending time with those he loved and held dearly.

He was preceded in...

Jennifer Jean "Jeanie" Moran

Jennifer Jean "Jeanie" Moran

Apr 28, 2026

Jennifer Jean “Jeanie” Moran, age 76, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at Greenbrier Nursing Center. A lifelong resident of the Mississippi Gulf Coast, she resided in D’Iberville after spending the majority of her life in her hometown of Bay St. Louis with her family.

Born on June 28, 1949 in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, to the late Big...

Janet Talton Wheat

Janet Talton Wheat

Apr 25, 2026

The Beautiful Life of Janet Talton Wheat

Janet Talton Wheat April 3, 1964 – April 25, 2026

With love all around her, Janet Talton Wheat passed away peacefully on Saturday morning, April 25, 2026, at the age of 62. She was born April 3, 1964, in Lafayette, Louisiana, to the late Lee and Anna Jean.

Janet married Steven Talton and became the proud...

William Roy Horrigan

William Roy Horrigan

Apr 22, 2026

IN LOVING MEMORY

William "UB" Roy Horrigan, age 88, of Bay Saint Louis, MS, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, surrounded by family and friends.

Known affectionately as "Uncle Billy," "UB," and "Mr. Bill," he was born on October 2, 1937, in Vinton, LA, a man of many names because he touched so many lives. After serving proudly in the...

Huey Thomas Kenmar

Huey Thomas Kenmar

Apr 12, 2026

In Loving Memory of Huey T. Kenmar

Huey T. Kenmar, a man of profound resilience, melody, and a truly uplifting spirit, began his next journey on April 12, 2026. Born in Bay St. Louis on June 12, 1955, Huey’s life was defined not by the challenges he faced, but by the grace with which he navigated them.

After contracting Polio on his...

Marvin Sidney Bernatsky

Marvin Sidney Bernatsky

Apr 7, 2026

Marvin Sidney Bernatsky, born November 18, 1934, in Memphis, Tennessee, to Herman and Sadie Bernatsky, passed away April 7, 2026, at the age of 91, leaving behind a legacy of dedication, kindness, and banterous humor.

A lifelong learner, Marvin graduated from Central High School before continuing his education at Vanderbilt University, where he earned his law degree. He went on to...

Dajon Lorenzo Ramsey

Dajon Lorenzo Ramsey

Apr 3, 2026

Dajon Ramsey, born July 29, 1997, passed away far too soon, leaving behind a life full of love, strength, and unforgettable memories.

He leaves behind his wife, Brittany, and his daughter, Rylee, who he loved more than anything in this world. He also leaves behind his son, Eli, who he loved deeply, prayed for, and always held close in his heart.

He...

Roy Troendle

Roy Troendle

Apr 2, 2026

Bay St Louis, MS: Roy A. Troendle, Jr. passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 2 at St. Oaks Care Center in Carriere, MS, where he had been lovingly cared for during his long journey with dementia.

Roy was born in New Orleans on October 25, 1946 to Claire Sulli Troendle and Roy A. Troendle, Sr (Uncle Roy to many junior sailors)....

Dennis Wayne Whittington

Dennis Wayne Whittington

Apr 1, 2026

Dennis Wayne Whittington, born on November 24, 1951, in Monroe, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026, in Diamondhead, Mississippi. Dennis was a beloved Father, Husband, Brother and a respected member of his community. He was the owner of Dyna-Flow and retired with pride after years of hard work.

Dennis graduated from Bossier High School in Bossier City, Louisiana. Throughout...

John Zaffuto Jr.

John Zaffuto Jr.

Mar 29, 2026

John Zaffuto Jr., age 86, of Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, passed away peacefully at his home on Palm Sunday, March 29. 

Born January 11, 1940, in New Orleans, Louisiana, John was the son of Elvera Terry Zaffuto Higgins and John Zaffuto, Sr.

Known as “Johnny” to family and friends and “Gramps” to his grandchildren, he was a faithful servant of the Lord...

Daniel "Danny" Joseph LaFontaine III

Daniel "Danny" Joseph LaFontaine III

Mar 22, 2026

Daniel “Danny” Joseph La Fontaine III, of Bay St. Louis, MS, passed away on March 22, 2026, at the age of 69, while residing with dear friends in Carriere, MS.

He was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his daughter, one grandchild, two sisters, two brothers, two nieces, two nephews, two great-nephews, and one great-niece.

Danny will be...

Barbara Jean (Unger) Torguson

Barbara Jean (Unger) Torguson

Mar 19, 2026

Barbara Jean Torguson, age 79, of Bay St. Louis, MS, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 19, 2026. A resident of the Mississippi Gulf Coast for over 35 years, she resided in Pass Christian and Bay St. Louis with her devoted husband of 58 years, Marlin.

Born on October 22, 1946, in Morris, Minnesota, to the late Jim and Helen (Volkman)...

Bruce William Northridge

Bruce William Northridge

Mar 16, 2026

Bruce William Northridge, the second oldest of six children, born on March 22, 1954, in Newark, New Jersey, passed away peacefully at 71 years of age, on March 16th, 2026, in Gulfport, MS.

Bruce earned his bachelor’s degree and commission from the U.S. Naval Academy in 1976 and a master’s degree of applied science from the U.S. Naval Postgraduate School in...

Marcella Kingston Archibeque

Marcella Kingston Archibeque

Mar 16, 2026

Marcella Kingston Archibeque, 92, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026. She was a life-long resident of Bay St. Louis, MS and a member of Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church in Bay St. Louis.

Marcella was preceded in death by her parents, Agnes Kingston and Thomas W. Kingston; daughter, Gail Tomson (Bab); brothers, Chester Kingston, Joe Kingston, Bert Kingston,...