Obituaries
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...
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...
Lisa Marie Lemoine
Jan 18, 2026
On January 18, 2026 Lisa Marie Lemoine passed peacefully to be with the Lord. She was surrounded by a crowd of loving family.
Lisa was born on July 26, 1980 in New Orleans, LA. She grew up in Slidell, LA until making her home in Picayune, MS.
Lisa was a very open hearted person. She loved well, forgave freely, and treated people...
David Arthur Beckner
Jan 17, 2026
David Arthur Beckner, 74, of Diamondhead, Mississippi, went home to be with the Lord on January 17, 2026, at his home.
David was born in El Dorado, Kansas, and carried his Midwestern roots with him throughout his life. He was preceded in death by his father, Bill Beckner, and his mother, Bea Pryor.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Rita; his...
Cameron Rene Dozier
Jan 11, 2026
Cameron Rene Dozier, 37, of Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, passed away on January 11, 2026, in Diamondhead, MS. Cameron was born on May 9, 1988 in Gulfport, MS to Richard and Robin Dozier.
Cameron is preceded in death by his father, Riichard Dozier. He is survived by his son, Kaden Maples; mother, Robin Dozier; grandparents, Sheryl Colson and Claude Garcia, siblings,...
John Philip Bolian III
Jan 10, 2026
John "Buddy" P. Bolian, III, 83, of Kiln, Mississippi, passed away on Saturday, January 10, 2026. Beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend,
John was known for his construction company, JB Design-Build, and the beautiful homes he designed and built, woodworking, model cars, sports, and family. John will be greatly missed, but his loved ones celebrate knowing he is with the Lord...
Tommie Ray Spiers
Jan 7, 2026
Tommie Ray Spiers, 91, died Wednesday, January 7, 2026, after a very short battle with cancer. He was surrounded in love by his family.
Tommie Ray was born on April 15, 1934, in Logtown, Mississippi to George Thomas Spiers and Bertha Asher Spiers. He was a graduate of Bay High School.
Tommie Ray Spiers married Alice Francis Shubert on December 5, 1954....
Wesley J. "Joe" Ladner Jr.
Jan 7, 2026
Wesley J. "Joe" Ladner Jr. passed away on January 7, 2026, in Gulfport, MS. He was born on October 25, 1967, in Picayune, MS. Joe was a dedicated welder by trade, known for his strong work ethic and skillful hands.
Joe was a family man at heart. He is survived by wife, Janet Ladner, and his three children, Michelle, Brandon, and...
David Michael Kent, Sr.
Jan 7, 2026
David "Dave" Michael Kent Sr., born on June 28, 1959, in Albany, New York, passed away on January 7, 2026, in Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi. He was known for his love of life and passions that included New York Giants football, New York Yankees baseball, and enjoying a cold Miller Lite.
Dave's educational journey culminated in earning his GED. Throughout his...
William "Michael" Ladner
Jan 2, 2026
William "Michael" Ladner, 55, of Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi, passed away on Friday, January 2, 2026. He will be remembered as a man whose warmth and humor left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to know him. Michael was known for his goofy personality and natural ability to make people smile. He was honest, hardworking, and deeply thoughtful. He...
Clifford Anthony Green, Jr.
Jan 2, 2026
Clifford Anthony Green Jr. passed away on Friday, January 2, 2026, at the home he built for his family in Pass Christian, Mississippi, after bravely fighting his battle with cancer.
Born on October 17, 1957, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Clifford grew up in Bucktown, Louisiana, and graduated from East Jefferson High School. His service to his country as a United States...
Sharon Anne Hobson
Dec 31, 2025
Sharon "Sherri" Anne Hobson Adcock Hedgecock, 79, of Diamondhead, MS passed away Wednesday, December 31, 2025, in Bay St. Louis, MS. Born on August 19, 1946, in Greensboro, North Carolina, Sherri was the beloved daughter of David Chapman Hobson and Ruth Melinda Dickens Hobson.
Throughout her life, Sherri pursued a variety of passions. She honed her skills at the prestigious GIA...
Terrence Joseph Cullen
Dec 28, 2025
Terrence Joseph Cullen, age 77, passed away on Sunday, December 28, 2025 at St. Oaks Care Center in Carriere, Mississippi.
He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Bernadette Burlett Cullen and their three children: Joseph F. Williamson (Wendy), Robert Kevin Williamson (Kimberly), and Bridgette M. Williamson (Kerry). He is also survived by five grandchildren: Courtney L. Thornhill (Kevin), Meghan...
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