OBITUARIES
Robert Roy Culpepper, Jr.
Jul 1, 2023
Robert Roy Culpepper, Jr., age 80, of Gulfport, passed away on July 1, 2023.
Robert was a native of Laurel, MS. He retired from the Gulfport Police Department as a Community Service Tec.
Roy’s wish was to gift his body to the University of Tennessee Medical Research Center. The Center was honored to accept his generous gift.
Roy was...
Dorothy Angela Slade
Jun 30, 2023
Dorothy Angela Slade, 65, passed away June 30, 2023 in Houston, TX. “Angie” was born in Gulfport, MS on December 31, 1957 to parents Frank and Dorothy Robinson and was a lifelong resident of Biloxi.Angie is preceded in death by her father, Frank E. Robinson; mother, Dorothy C. Robinson; and brother, Frank “Robby” Robinson Jr.A graveside service will be held...
Jennifer Kay Bell
Jun 30, 2023
Jennifer Kay Bell, a native of Shreveport, LA and resident of Ocean Springs, MS., passed away on June 30, 2023, at the age of 58 years old.
She was preceded in death by her father, James Reno, Sr.; her mother, Patsy Scott Reno; a brother, James (Buddy) Reno, Jr.; a sister, Janet Pritchard; and her son, Casey Thomas Bell.
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Gloria Duddlesten
Jun 29, 2023
Gloria Duddlesten, resident of Gulfport, MS, passed away on Friday June 29,2023, after a short battle with cancer. Gloria was born on May 23, 1943, in Brookhaven, MS, to Excel and Carra Smith White. She had a joyful childhood surrounded by her sister Linda Cooper and other cherished family members. For the last 56 years, Gloria found love and companionship in her...
Frank Michael LaRosa
Jun 29, 2023
Frank Michael LaRosa, age 71 of Long Beach, passed away on Thursday, June 29, 2023.
He was preceded in death by his father, Vincent LaRosa; and his mother, Katherine Price LaRosa.
Frank is survived by his wife of 52 years, Deborah Elrod LaRosa; his children, Jeri LaRosa Fayard and Timothy LaRosa (Vickie); his siblings, David V. LaRosa, Sr. (Doris),...
Deborah Kay Vinsett
Jun 29, 2023
Deborah Kay "Debbie" Vinsett, beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away on June 29, 2023, in Vancleave, Mississippi, at the age of 71.
She was born on May 30, 1952, in North Little Rock, Arkansas, and has been a resident of Vancleave since 2004.
Deborah was a member of Fort Bayou Family Church. She shared her spiritual journey with her...
Ai T. Nguyen
Jun 28, 2023
Chúng con tạm biệt Mẹ ...Người phụ nữ thật là kiên cường , yêu con , thương cháu trọn cả cuộc đời . Mặc dù đang bệnh rất nặng , bác sĩ - các con không cho bay vì sợ Mẹ không đủ sức - làm đủ mọi cách để ngăn cản . Nhưng Mẹ vẫn về Việt Nam ,...
Charles Oliver
Jun 28, 2023
Charles Edward “C.O.” Oliver
Charles Edward Oliver age 59 of Kiln, MS passed away on Wednesday, June 28, 2023.
He was preceded in death by his parents, August & Mary “Elaine” Oliver, grandparents, aunts, uncles, father-in-law, Chester Ladner, and sister-in-law, Sadona Compton, and mother of heart, Carolyn Adam.
He is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Lisa L....
Lloyd J. Duval, Sr.
Jun 28, 2023
Lloyd Joseph Duval, Sr., a lifelong resident of Biloxi, passed away on June 28, 2023, in Gulfport, MS at the age of 77.
He was a graduate of Biloxi High School, he later moved to the St. Martin community where he coached little league, umpired for the games, was one of the founding members of the West...
Ronnie Arthur Morano
Jun 27, 2023
Better known to his family as ‘Lil Ron’. Born March 6, 1970 in Pascagoula, MS, passed away suddenly, June 27, 2023, at his home in Lucedale with his longtime girlfriend of 11 years (Tina Smothers), by his side.
He was a lifetime resident of Ocean Springs who never got to far from the water. Always with a fishing pole...
Helen Barnes
Jun 26, 2023
Helen Rose Barnes, age 79, of Diamondhead passed away on June 26, 2023.
She was retired, a dedicated volunteer of the USO and VA , and incredibly proud to have held numerous officer positions including this year’s 2nd Vice President of American Legion Auxiliary Unit 139.
Helen was preceded in death by her parents, Helen and Robert Reid, and Joseph...
Newahana Ann Collins
Jun 25, 2023
Newahana Collins, a loving wife, daughter, sister, mom, and grandmother, peacefully passed away on June 25, 2023, in Saucier, MS, surrounded by her loved ones.
Newahana was preceded in death by her parents, Julius "Speck" and Patsy Lizana; as well as her beloved husband, Ronald "Ron" Collins; and her younger brother, Kirk Lizana.
She is survived by her daughters, Brianne...
Louis "Butch" Anthony DiSalvo, Jr.
Jun 25, 2023
Louis "Butch" Anthony DiSalvo, Jr., known to his family and friends as Butch, passed away at home on June 25, 2023. He was a dedicated servant of the community and achieved great success in both his career and personal life.
Butch attended Bay St. Louis High School before furthering his education at MGCCC and William Carey College. After completing...
Jon Dorine McDougal
Jun 24, 2023
Jon Dorine McDougal of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away on June 24, 2023, at the age of 52.
Jon was born in Virginia and raised in Long Beach, Mississippi. After graduating from Coast
Episcopal School, he attended Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College and the University of South Alabama, earning a degree in English Literature.
He moved to Atlanta,...
James McClintock Day
Jun 24, 2023
Mr. James M. “Jim” Day , age 93, of Gulfport died Saturday, June 24, 2023. Mr. Day was born on March 14, 1930, in Inverness, Mississippi to Mr. and Mrs. S. K. Day.
After high school, he attended the University of Mississippi where he majored in Pharmacy. While at the University of Mississippi, He was an active member...
William "Leroy" Richards
Jun 23, 2023
William "Leroy" Richards, a man known for his diverse skill set and loving devotion to his family, passed away on June 23, 2023, in Gulfport, MS. Leroy was born in Virginia on November 30, 1956. He was a beloved father, stepfather, and proud grandfather who will be deeply missed by all.Leroy's career was marked by his incredible aptitude for fixing...
Patsie Dillon
Jun 23, 2023
Patricia M. Dillon passed away on June 23, 2023, in Gulfport, MS. She was born on January 11, 1951, in Bridgeport, CT, to the late Henry L. and Kathleen M. (Schneider) Dillon.
Patsie spent her formative years in Foxboro, MA, where she developed lifelong friendships. Her professional journey began at UMASS Medical Center in Worcester, MA, where she held various...
Tommie Broome
Jun 23, 2023
Tommie Jean Broome, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2023, in Vancleave, Mississippi, at the age of 87. She was fondly known as “Mama B”. She was born on October 10, 1935, in Sumrall, Mississippi, and spent her formative years picking cotton on her family farm.
Tommie became a resident of the Mississippi Gulf Coast...
Joan Lorraine Amacker
Jun 22, 2023
Joan Lorraine Amacker was born on May 14, 1942, and passed away on June 22, 2023.
She was born and raised in Yazoo City, MS. She graduated from Redwood High School. She resided in Vicksburg, MS until 2000, when she moved to the Mississippi Gulf Coast to be closer to her daughter, Tracy, and family. She was a...
Harvel Floyd Ryan, Jr.
Jun 22, 2023
Harvel Floyd Ryan, Jr. “Bud”, age 82, of Gulfport, went to be with Jesus in eternity on June 22, 2023.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Harvel Floyd Sr. and Claudia Marie Fore Ryan; a sister, Floye Ryan (Haskel) Alexander; and a brother, Chester Wayne Ryan.
Harvel is survived by his wife of 59 years, Carol...
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