Obituaries

Robert Leo Hincks

Robert Leo Hincks

Aug 15, 2024

Robert Leo Hincks, 78, of Waveland, Mississippi, passed away on Thursday, August 15, 2024. 

Robert was born on August 31, 1945 in New Orleans, Louisiana to William Hincks and Geraldine O'Brien. He grew up in Pass Christian, MS. During his younger years he loved playing many different sports, like basketball, softball, or football, later playing football for MGCCC Perkinston and Southeastern...

Emily Sophia LaFontaine

Emily Sophia LaFontaine

Nov 14, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Emily Sophia LaFontaine, age 14, of Pass Christian, MS, who left us on Thursday, November 14, 2024. Emily’s vibrant spirit and infectious laughter touched the lives of everyone she met, creating beautiful memories that will forever resonate in our hearts.

A cherished member of Calvary Chapel, Emily’s love for life...

Barbara LaBella Platz

Barbara LaBella Platz

Nov 13, 2024

Barbara LaBella Platz passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at the age of 81 in Bay St. Louis, MS.

Barbara was born on August 26, 1943, to Peter and Dora LaBella in New Orleans, LA. She was a graduate of Martin Behrman High School in New Orleans.

She was preceded in death by her husband Peter Platz, parents, Peter and Dora LaBella,...

Robert "Bob" Dale Zeigler

Robert "Bob" Dale Zeigler

Nov 13, 2024

Robert "Bob" Zeigler, 69, of Diamondhead, Mississippi, passed away on Wednesday, November 13, 2024.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Ila Mae Zeigler.

He is survived by two sons, Spencer Zeigler and Karl Legere; one grandson, Eli Zeigler; three brothers, John Zeigler (Donni), Dave Zeigler (Eileen), and Bill Zeigler; and one nephew, Noah Zeigler.

A Celebration of Life will...

Ronald Ray Young, Jr.

Ronald Ray Young, Jr.

Nov 13, 2024

Ronald Ray Young, Jr., 56, of Bay St. Louis, MS passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2024 in Gulfport, MS.

He was preceded in death by his father, Ronald Ray Young, Sr. and maternal and paternal grandparents.

He is survived by his wonderful and loving wife, Tara Ray; step-daughter, Phoenix Jones and mother, Cynthia White (Roger)

Edmond Fahey Funeral Home is honored to serve...

John Hurst Embry, Jr.

John Hurst Embry, Jr.

Nov 12, 2024

John Hurst Embry, Jr., 64, of Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi, passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2024.

John was born on November 19, 1959 in Melbourne, Florida to John Hurst Embry, Sr. and Peggy Philyaw Embry. He grew up in Satellite Beach, FL and attended Surfside Elementary School before moving to Clear Lake (Houston), TX, where he attended Junior and Senior...

Raymond Joseph Ellis, Sr.

Raymond Joseph Ellis, Sr.

Nov 8, 2024

Raymond Joseph Ellis, Sr., 86, of Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi, passed away on Friday, November 8, 2024.

Raymond was born in Bay Saint Louis to Frank and Lucille Ellis on March 26, 1938. He was a member of Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church. After serving his country in the National Guard, Raymond was a well known business owner specializing...

Robert "Bob" Emmett King, Jr.

Robert "Bob" Emmett King, Jr.

Nov 6, 2024

Robert "Bob" Emmett, King, Jr., 68, of Bay St. Louis, MS passed away after a short illness on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 in Slidell, LA.

Bob was born in Baton Rouge, LA and moved with his family when he was three to Metairie, LA. He attended New Orleans Academy from K-12 where he lettered in football, track, and was commander of the...

Janet Luxich Wiggins

Janet Luxich Wiggins

Nov 5, 2024

Janet Luxich Wiggins,70, of Kiln, MS passed away Tuesday, November 5, 2024 in Kiln, MS. 

Janet's life was a beautiful testament to love, compassion, and unwavering faith.

A proud graduate of Bay High School in 1973. She completed nursing school in 1977. Throughout her career as a dedicated nurse, she touched countless lives with her kindness and expertise, demonstrating that nursing was...

Cece Sue Collins

Cece Sue Collins

Oct 30, 2024

Cece Sue Collins, 70, of Waveland, Mississippi, passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2024.

Cece was born on May 9, 1954 in Laurel, MS to George Wilson and Susan Collins and spent the last few decades on the MS Gulf Coast. She was a member of the Methodist faith.

Cece was preceded in death by her parents, George Wilson and Susan Collins.

She...

Thaddeus "T.J." Collier

Thaddeus "T.J." Collier

Oct 28, 2024

Thaddeus "T.J." Collier, 76, of Bay St. Louis, MS, passed away surrounded by loved ones on Monday, October 28, 2024, in Gulfport, MS.

T.J. was a proud member of the American Legion, V.F.W and the Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed many activities including dancing, swimming, traveling, listening to music, and playing tennis.

As a dedicated father, T.J. cherished spending time with his...

Jesse James Rego

Jesse James Rego

Oct 28, 2024

Jesse James Rego, 19, of Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi, passed away on Monday, October 28, 2024.

Jesse was born in Okinawa, Japan on September 24, 2005 while his father was stationed in Japan with the U.S. Marine Corps. In 2007, they moved to Bay St. Louis, where Jesse was raised, graduating from Bay High in the class of 2024. He went...

Eudora Pierce MacNair Smith

Eudora Pierce MacNair Smith

Oct 22, 2024

Eudora “Andora” Pierce MacNair Smith passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at the Hospice House in Slidell, LA.

Andora was a longtime resident of Pass Christian, MS.

She was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, longtime local business owner, "Andora’s Holistic Therapies" artist, beloved, involved community and church member.

Andora (also known as “Dora”) was born in Wilmington, Delaware, in 1947...

Judith "Judi" Summers

Judith "Judi" Summers

Oct 21, 2024

Judith "Judi" Summers, 68, of Waveland, MS passed away unexpectedly on Monday, October 21, 2024 in Waveland, MS. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was known affectionately as Mom, Mimi, and Mawmaw. A graduate of Columbia High School in 1974, Judi went on to attend Pearl River Community College, where she met the love of...

Dawn Marie Nogueira

Dawn Marie Nogueira

Oct 20, 2024

Dawn Marie Callhan Nogueira, 59, of Waveland, Mississippi, passed away on October 20, 2024.

Dawn was a devout Catholic and attended Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church in Bay Saint Louis, MS. She loved spending time at home, cooking and playing games on her iPhone. She also loved spending time at the beach; she enjoyed life.

Dawn is survived by her...

William "Bill" LeMoyne Delcuze

William "Bill" LeMoyne Delcuze

Oct 18, 2024

William "Bill" LeMoyne Delcuze, 81, of Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi, passed away on Friday, October 18, 2024.

He was a veteran of the United States Air Force and honorably served as an intelligence officer in Thailand during the Vietnam War during which he reached the rank of Captain. He held degrees from Mississippi State University and William Carey College. 

He was a...

Louis Smolensky

Louis Smolensky

Oct 16, 2024

LOUIE Smolensky of Waveland, MS, and a 3 year resident of Dunbar Village Assisted Living in Bay St Louis passed away on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, after a brief illness.

Louie was the third child of Rachel Goldberg and Saul Smolensky. He was in the Louisiana National Guard. 

Louie started his varied careers as a bartender at Pat O’Brien’s in the French...

Leila Rossner Thissell

Leila Rossner Thissell

Oct 15, 2024

Leila Rossner Thissell, a.k.a. Mrs. Charles William Thissell and formerly Miss Leila Amoret Rossner, died on October 15, 2024.

Leila was born on May 8, 1935, of Helen Gates Rossner and Charles William Rossner, DDS, of New Orleans, LA. She spent the years from 1942-5 in Franklin, LA. Leila graduated from Sophie Newcomb College of Tulane University in 1957 with a...

Dorothy Sharon Standard Waugh

Dorothy Sharon Standard Waugh

Oct 13, 2024

Dorothy Sharon Standard Waugh, 79, of Kiln, Mississippi, passed away on Sunday, October 13, 2024.

Dorothy was born on December 5, 1944 in Greenwood, MS to Red and Ruby Standard. She was a retired Medical Transcriber who spent most of her days enjoying gardening, cooking, and taking long walks around her and her husband’s 20 acres. Collecting shiny rocks, fossilized crystals,...

Louis Samuel Jacobi, Sr.

Louis Samuel Jacobi, Sr.

Oct 7, 2024

Louis Samuel Jacobi, Sr., of Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, passed away on October 7, 2024, surrounded by his loving family, after a month battling the rare auto-immune disease myasthenia gravis. 

Son of the late Virginia Carver and Louis John Jacobi, he is survived by his wife of 56 years, Janis Eble Jacobi; son Louis S. Jacobi, Jr., and wife April of...

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