Billy Ray Darnell

Bill Darnell, age 74, of Gulfport, passed away on October 5, 2014.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Ozella Gross, a sister, Dorothy Linza.
Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Carol Darnell, his children, Steve (Pam) Darnell, Jeff (Joanna) Darnell, and Susan (John) Culver, 5 grandchildren, Vincent , Elizabeth, Katherine, John Z., and Nina, and other relatives and friends.
Mr. Darnell served in the USAF as a medic and has been happily retired for the last 15 years. He enjoyed spending time with friends and family, working with the tools, fishing, hunting, music, and working with his tools. He was an avid L.A. Dodgers fan and enjoyed helping people.
A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.
Memorials may be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Blvd., 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105
The RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, Gulfport, assisted the family and an online guestbook may be signed at www.riemannfamily.com