Obituaries
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 &...
Lois Jean Speidel Anderson
Feb 4, 2025
Lois Jean Speidel Anderson, 96, of Slidell, LA passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, in Slidell, LA, leaving behind a beautiful legacy of love and community spirit.
Born on March 23, 1928, in East McKeesport, PA, Lois lived a life rich with experiences and connection. In her earlier years, she called Venice, FL, and Diamondhead, MS, home before finding her...
Susan Josephine Bordages
Feb 3, 2025
Susan Josephine Bordages, 74, of Bay St. Louis, MS, passed away on February 3, 2025.
Susan was a woman of quick wit, undeniable charm, and an open heart. She had a way of accepting people as they were—quirks and all—and could make anyone feel welcome. Her laugh was something special; it was something you had to earn, and when you did,...
Ofelia Codiam Bangsara
Feb 3, 2025
On February 3 2025 God called Ofelia Codiam Bangsara into his kingdom in heaven. She was a beacon of light in this life that gave hope, strength, and courage to all that knew her.
Ofelia was born on May 14, 1975, in Tabuk city, Kalinga Province in The Philippines where she grew up on the family farm learning and working hard...
Rose Marie Wuesthoff
Feb 1, 2025
Rose Marie Wuesthoff, 85, of Diamondhead, Mississippi, passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2025.Rose was born in Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi on October 5, 1939. She was married to Max Wuesthoff in July of 1966. She was a member of Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church and volunteered in their youth program. She loved yard work and visiting and...
Shannon Marie Champagne
Jan 31, 2025
Shannon Marie "Nae Nae" Champagne, 47, of Waveland, MS, passed away on Friday, January 31, 2025, in Slidell, LA.
A devoted member of the Church of the King, Shannon cherished the moments spent with her loved ones and friends. She had a vibrant spirit, enjoying games of Bingo and cards, and relished every opportunity for laughter around the table with those...
Albert Alphonse Asher
Jan 16, 2025
Albert Alphonse Asher, 89, of Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi, departed this life on January 16, 2025, at the Gulf Coast VA Medical Center in Biloxi.
Albert Alphonse Asher was born on November 15, 1935, at the Hancock County home of his parents, Curtis A. Asher and Luella Hose Asher. The home was in the same neighborhood where he would live his...
David Paul Deblanc, Jr.
Jan 15, 2025
With a heavy heart, we announce the passing of David Paul DeBlanc, Jr. on Wednesday, January 15, 2025. David DeBlanc, affectionately known as “Dave” was born on March 9, 1979 in New Orleans, Louisiana to David Paul DeBlanc Sr. and Betty Elise Bowen. Dave was the eldest of four sons. His brothers are Daniel DeBlanc, James “Jay” Vega, and John Vega and...
Derek Nicklas Knight
Jan 14, 2025
Derek Nicklas Knight, 43, of Bay St. Louis, MS passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2025, in Bay St. Louis.
Derek was a member of St. Clare Catholic Church in Waveland, MS where he received Conformation from Father Jacob.
He enjoyed music, working in the yard, and clearing their Lots. Derek will be sadly missed by family and friends.
He was preceded in death...
Edward Daniel "Danny" Thomas
Jan 14, 2025
Edward Daniel "Danny" Thomas died on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at his home in Bay St. Louis.
Danny was born in Bay St. Louis to Agnes Mae (Hartmann) and Carl John Thomas Sr. on March 26, 1963. Both of his parents preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by one brother, Joseph Thomas.Danny is survived by three brothers, Carl...
Jewel Mutz LaCour
Jan 12, 2025
Jewel Mutz LaCour, 94, passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025 at home in Diamondhead MS.
Jewel was born on September 4, 1930, in New Orleans LA, to Charles and Wilhelmina (Weixel) Mutz. Jewel grew up in a close-knit family in the 9th Ward. Jewel also lived many years in St. Bernard Parish and later, Wiggins MS. She loved gardening, travel,...
Ronald Joseph Garcia, Sr.
Jan 12, 2025
Ronald Joseph "R.J." Garcia, Sr.,83, of Diamondhead, MS passed away Sunday, January 12, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi.
R.J. was a man of conviction, known for his straightforwardness and unwavering honesty. His passions included golfing, classic cars, visiting the casino, and collecting beer signs. He was a wonderful and loving husband, father, and grandfather who will be sadly missed by his family...
Herbert Francis Young, Sr.
Jan 10, 2025
Herbert Francis “Bert” Young, Sr. was born April 23, 1928, in New Orleans, LA. Herbert, known to family and friends as Bert, was the eldest child of Herbert Adam and Buelah Mequet Young. He grew up in New Orleans, attended Tulane University and graduated from Loyola University School of Law in 1956. He passed away peacefully on January 10th at...
Helga Mahler Whittaker
Jan 5, 2025
Helga Mahler Whittaker, 95, of Diamondhead, Mississippi, passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025.
Helga was born and raised in Germany. She spent her teen years in the midst of World War II, being sent from Berlin to Northern Germany to live with an Aunt during the end of the War. She captured many of her experiences in a book she...
Bertrand Olavides Sy, MD
Jan 3, 2025
Bertrand Olavides Sy, MD, 78, of Diamondhead, Mississippi, was born January 14, 1946, to Praxedes and Sabina Sy. He passed away January 3, 2025, surrounded by his family.
In 1974 Bertrand moved from the Philippines to Brooklyn, New York where he completed his pediatric residency, becoming a board-certified pediatrician. He married Bernadette Tan in 1975, and together, in 1980, they moved...
James Ray Singletary
Dec 30, 2024
James Ray Singletary,73, known to everyone as Jimmy, passed away on Monday, December 30, 2024, in Gulfport, MS.
Jimmy was born December 11, 1951, in Lucedale, Mississippi and was a longtime resident of Hancock County. He worked most of his life as a heavy machine operator and mechanic.
Jimmy was preceded in death by his mother, Clara Garcia; father, Oscar Havard; sister, Carol...
Brother Henry Michael Gaither
Dec 28, 2024
Brother Henry Gaither (Brother Thomas) passed peacefully into eternal life Saturday, December 28, 2024, at Passages Hospice in New Orleans, LA, at the age of 80 and after 60 years of religious life.
Brother Henry, the only child of Eileen Marron and Henry Maclin Gaither, was born March 3, 1944, in San Pedro, CA. In his early years, Henry split time...
George Emory Mills
Dec 27, 2024
George Emory Mills, 74, of Eight Mile, AL, passed away suddenly on December 27 in Waveland, MS. He had been battling congestive heart failure for several months. He was born to William and Pauline Mills on September 12, 1950.
George's biggest passion in life was music. He was an avid guitarist and had a career spanning over 55 years. While the...
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