Obituaries
Deanna Schloegel Castanedo
Mar 19, 2025
Deanna Schloegel Castanedo, age 83, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her beloved daughters, on the Feast of St. Joseph, March 19, 2025, in Pass Christian, Mississippi.
Deanna was born at Mercy Hospital in New Orleans, Louisiana, on April 17, 1941, and received the Sacrament of Baptism at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church. She was the only child of...
Debby Mader
Mar 17, 2025
Deborah "Debby" Harris Mader, 75, of Kiln, Mississippi, passed away on Monday, March 17, 2025.
Debby was born on October 3, 1949 in New Orleans, Louisiana to Duke and Alice Harris. She is a graduate of Fortier High School in New Orleans and a member of Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Pass Christian, MS.
Debby was preceded in death by her...
Sylvia Reed Brown
Mar 15, 2025
Sylvia Ann Reed Brown, 86, of Kiln, Mississippi, passed away on Saturday, March 15, 2025. She was born on November 28, 1938.
Sylvia was preceded in death by her husband, Grady J. Brown, Sr.; grandson, Jonathan Wade Brown; parents, Herbert and Lucille Reed; brothers, Robert and Randy Reed; sister, Mary Nelson; and niece, Shannon McDuffie.
She is survived by three children, Cheryl...
Dale Mark Lusich, Sr.
Mar 15, 2025
Dale Mark Lusich, Sr., 67, of Lakeshore, Mississippi, passed away on Saturday, March 15, 2025.
Dale was born on November 30, 1957. He loved fishing, hunting, and Saints football.
Dale was preceded in death by his parents, Evan and Peggy Lusich.
He is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Lynn Lusich; two sons, Dale ( Ashley) Lusich, Jr. and Clint (Samantha)...
Thomas Robert Cool, Jr.
Mar 15, 2025
Thomas Robert Cool Jr., 55, of Bay Saint Louis, MS, entered his eternal rest with Jesus on March 15, 2025. He took his final earthly breath at home, surrounded by the love of his closest family and friends.
Thomas was born on March 2, 1970, in Tucson, Arizona, to Thomas Cool Sr. and Linda Cool. He was lovingly raised in Bay...
Fred Jackson Burson, Jr.
Mar 14, 2025
Fred Jackson Burson, Jr.,80, of Bay St. Louis, MS, passed away Friday, March 14, 2025 in Bay St. Louis, MS.
Fred dedicated his professional life to the International Houseware Company, where he made significant contributions in Business Management, as a Houseware Representative, and through his work at the Dallas Trade Mart. He also served as the mayor of Rock Island, OK,...
Carolyn Rita Williams
Mar 13, 2025
Carolyn Rita Williams was born in New Orleans, LA, November 22,1941, to Edward and Otis Long (both deceased). She was also preceded in death by her brother, Robert Long and her sister, Patricia Ann Fitzpatrick. She grew up in New Orleans, and moved to Waveland with her husband, Clinton Clark, Jr. in the early 1970s, where she has since lived....
Kirk Allan Exnicious
Mar 11, 2025
Kirk Allan Exnicious, 58 of Bay St. Louis, MS passed away on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 in Bay St. Louis, MS. Kirk was born in Gulfport, MS on September 10, 1966 and if you knew Kirk you knew that he referred to that day as the Best Day Ever!
Kirk was a graduate of St Stanislaus College in Bay St Louis. He...
Patricia Ann Williams Lena
Mar 9, 2025
Patricia Ann Williams Lena, 69, of Waveland, MS, passed away Sunday, March 9, 2025, in Slidell, LA.
Patricia was one of the hardest working individuals around. She dedicated 19 years of her life to the Silver Slipper Casino, where her spirit and work ethic shone brightly.
Among her cherished memories were her beloved cardinals and her pet turtle, "Little Henry." Whether dancing...
John H Heath
Mar 6, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, uncle, brother, and friend John H. Heath, who left us on Thursday, March 6, 2025. Born in Bay St. Louis, MS with a passion for knowledge and a heart full of compassion, John H. Heath lived a life rich with dedication to his family, his students,...
Marian Necaise Epperson
Feb 27, 2025
Marian Necaise Epperson, 83, of Kiln, Mississippi, passed away on Thursday, February 27, 2025.
Marian loved cooking, fixing up houses, just loved doing little projects around the house, and collecting recipes.
Marian was preceded in death by her husband, Larry Epperson; parents, Oswald and Antonia Necaise; brothers, Larry Necaise and Leroy Necaise; sisters, Marie Chenney, Flora Bolton, Jenny, and Helen Bell; and...
Margaret Patricia Horne Scafidi
Feb 26, 2025
Margaret Patricia Horne Scafidi, 78, passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2025, in Diamondhead, MS surrounded by her husband of 58 years Terry Scafidi, her brother, Michael Horne, and his wife Kay Horne.
Having suffered from bone cancer recently, Margaret passed away comfortably and was ready to meet her maker. The daughter of a college professor of English, Margaret was born in...
Charles W. Gardner
Feb 24, 2025
In loving memory we announce the passing of Charles W. Gardner on Monday, February 24, 2025.
Born June 25, 1931 in El Paso Texas, Charles led a Christ-filled life, full of laughter and love, dedicating himself to family and friends.
A beloved friend, husband, father and grandfather, Charles leaves behind sisters Pat Peters and Liz Richards, and sons John (Jean) and Michael,...
Robert E. Cagle
Feb 23, 2025
Robert E. Cagle, 91, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 23, 2025. He was a devoted father, grandfather, and friend, known for his kind heart, sharp mind, and unwavering faith. A brilliant man with a wealth of knowledge, Robert had a keen intellect that left a lasting impression on those who knew him.
Robert was preceded in death by his beloved...
Richard Joseph Melancon, Jr.
Feb 23, 2025
Richard "Jerry" Joseph Melancon, Jr., 90, of Diamondhead, Mississippi, passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2025.
Jerry was preceded in death by his wife, Joan Breisacher Melancon; and parents, Richard J. Melancon, Sr. and Violet Melancon.
He is survived by two children, Barbara M. Landry (Stephen) and Sandra M. Odom (David); four grandchildren, Brandon Odom, Stephen Landry (Nicole), Rebecca Lovelace (Michael), and...
Corinne Ladner
Feb 22, 2025
Corinne Milliner Ladner, 97, of Diamondhead, MS passed away Sunday, February 22, 2025 in Diamondhead, MS.
Corinne was born in Australia, where most all of her family still lives.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, Lloyd Joseph Ladner, Jr.; parents, Albert and Ivey Milliner and sister, June Todd.
She is survived by three nephews, Scott Todd and Kevin...
Victoria Lynn Jones
Feb 20, 2025
Victoria Lynn Jones, 71, of Pearlington, MS made her way home to be with her husband and son on Thursday, February 20, 2025. Vicki was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother and volunteer firefighter. She loved her family and friends and wore her heart on her sleeve. Vicki served her community tirelessly with her husband, then Chief Kim Jones and fellow firefighters,...
William Richard "Rickey" Geno
Feb 16, 2025
William Richard "Rickey" Geno, 66, of Bay St. Louis, MS passed away Sunday, February 16, 2025, in Diamondhead, MS. Rickey was a cherished member of Central Bible Church in Bay St. Louis, Rickey embraced life with warmth and kindness, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew him.
Rickey's journey began with a passion for craftsmanship, as evidenced by his completion of...
Linda B. Koenenn
Feb 12, 2025
Linda B. Koenenn, 75, of Kiln, Mississippi, passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025.
Linda was born on August 31, 1949 in Bay Saint Louis, MS. She was a lifelong Catholic and member of Annunciation Catholic Church in Kiln, MS, where she volunteered as a CCD teacher. Linda loved working in the yard and gardening. But most of all, she loved...
Tony Christopher Waltman
Feb 6, 2025
Tony Christopher Waltman, 37, of Waveland, MS passed Thursday, February 6, 2025.
Tony loved cooking, karaoke, wrestling, video games, and just hanging out together. What he loved most was spending time with his most favorite person, his son Locke. Tony will be sadly missed by his family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, Ricky Waltman; grandparents, Earl &...
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