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Ronnie Lee Jones
Jul 19, 2017
Master Sergeant Ronnie Lee Jones, “Ron”, 57, died peacefully in his Gulfport, MS home on July 19, 2017. MSgt Jones was born on September 24, 1959 in Meridian, MS to Mr. Albert Jones, Sr. and Mrs. Florence Jones. He graduated from Meridian High School and joined the U.S. Air Force. In 1979, he completed basic training at Loring AFB, Maine....
Elyanna Gabrielle Dedeaux
Jul 6, 2017
Elyanna “Bella” Gabrielle Dedeaux returned to the stars on Thursday July 6, 2017 wrapped in love and surrounded by her family. Born July 3, 2009, Bella lived eight years full of more love and joy than most will experience in a lifetime. Although she had her own struggles everyday, Bella only ever worried about everyone else. She had a smile...
Carolyn Faye Kennedy
Jul 3, 2017
Carolyn Robinson Kennedy began her earthly journey in Biloxi, MS. on September 26, 1946, as the oldest child of Beatrice and James C. Robinson. She was baptized at an early age at the First Missionary Baptist Church in Biloxi under the leadership of the late Rev. C.M. Holloway. She attended Sunday school, Vacation Bible School, and sung with the Junior...
Colton Nathaniel Jones
Jul 2, 2017
Colton Nathaniel Zane Jones 28, was born on July 16, 1988 in Gulfport, Mississippi, he departed this life on July 3, 2017 in Moss Point, Mississippi. Colton attended Gulfport Public Schools, where he was in the Gifted Program and an honor student. He graduated with honors from Gulfport High School in 2006. Colton was a member of Morning Star Missionary...
Johnny Vincent Watson
Jul 1, 2017
Mr. Johnny V. Watson passed away July 1, 2017. Arrangements of Mr. Watson were entrusted to RICHMOND-AUGUST FUNERAL HOME. Inquiries: 228-436-6722.
Henry Alden Dexter
Apr 20, 2017
Henry Alden Dexter, 69, of Vancleave, MS, passed away, April 20, 2017. He was born in New Orleans, LA on October 13, 1947, the son of H.D. and Luverna Dexter. He was united in holy matrimony to Ms. Priscilla Peoples in 2009. Henry spent his working career at Armor Lloyd Fabrication in Fort Worth, TX; Roy Alexander Construction and Yates...
Sandra Fay Scarborough
Apr 19, 2017
Sandra Fay Scarborough, 79, passed away on Wednesday, April 19, 2017, in Gulfport, MS. She was a lifelong resident of the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Full Gospel Tabernacle was her church home for over 30 years. In her later years, she supported her son-in-law and daughter in planting Destiny Church. Sandra loved her family and devoted her life to care for...
Kelli Denise Woods
Apr 16, 2017
Ms. Kelli Denise Woods, of Gulfport, MS, entered into eternal rest on April 16, 2017, after her battle with cancer. She was born in Gulfport, MS, on February 25, 1968, to Ms. Susie Woods. Kelli attended Gulfport High School and received her diploma in 1986. She spent 23 years working for the federal government, 12 years with the Armed Forces...
Annie Pearl Bournes
Mar 30, 2017
Annie Pearl Bournes, 73, a resident of Gulfport, MS, departed this life on March 30, 2017, surrounded by her loving family. Annie Pearl was born in Prentiss, MS, April 12, 1943, to the union of Lessie and Emma Jackson. Annie attended the Prentiss Institute and the University of Southern Mississippi. A devoted wife, she was married to the late C.B....
Geneva Wallace
Mar 17, 2017
Geneva Wallace was born on September 4, 1945, in Tylertown, MS, to the late Robert James and Imogene James. She was united with Main Street Missionary Baptist Church of Biloxi, MS, under the leadership of the late Rev. Dr. Kenneth Haynes, Sr. Mrs. Wallace started her career in nursing during her early years before pursuing a career in culinary arts....
Ronald Charles Washington
Mar 1, 2017
Ronald Charles Washington, affectionately known as “Ronnie”, was born July 15, 1947 in St. Louis Missouri to Charles and Ann Washington. Charles moved his family to Chicago when Ron was 8 months old. Ron accepted Christ at an early age and many years later became a member of Trinity United Church of Christ where he enjoyed singing in the Men’s...
Earnest Charles Saucier
Feb 25, 2017
Earnest Charles Saucier, 62, of Waveland, MS, passed away, February 25, 2017, in Gulfport, MS. Earnest was born in Bay St. Louis, MS, July 10, 1954, the son of Alice Victoria Saucier. He was preceded in death by a sister, Gwendolyn Goff; a grandfather, Victor Saucier; and a grandmother, Dorether Saucier. Bro. Ernie “Shank" is survived by his mother, Alice...
Donald L. Rainey
Feb 13, 2017
Donald L. Rainey, of Biloxi, born February 11, 1951, went to be with his savior on February 13, 2017. He was a member of that famous Boy Scout Troop 416. Donald graduated from M.F Nichols High School in 1969, where he was an outstanding football player. Afterwards, he lived in Chicago, IL, for many years, where he raised a family....
Derrick Van Rainey
Feb 8, 2017
Derrick Van Rainey, 55, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away Wednesday, February, 8, 2017. He will be remembered for his kind heart and a smile that lit up a room. He was born in Biloxi, MS, on July 28, 1962, to the late James and Ruby Rainey. Derrick attended Biloxi Schools and served in the National Guard and U.S. Army...
Rev. Dr. Kenneth Haynes, Sr.
Jan 29, 2017
Reverend Kenneth Haynes, Sr. was born October 11, 1930, in Amite County, Mississippi to Johnny Haynes and Ethel Wilson. He attended school in Amite and Pike Counties. In 1958, he entered the ministry. He enrolled in Harper Baptist College where he received a Diploma in Christian Education and a Doctorate of Divinity. Later, he enrolled in Mississippi Baptist College Extension...
Mary Lee Burns
Jan 11, 2017
Mary Lee (Presley-Hands) Burns was born December 24, 1937 in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, to the late Robert Lee Hands and Georgia May Hands (Spears) where she attended the Public school of Forrest County at Rowan High School. She was a member of Greater Bible Fellowship Church (Rivers of Living Water) of Gulfport; Ms., where she served faithfully as a mother of...
Rev. Lee James Adams, Jr.
Jan 11, 2017
Rev. Lee James Adams, Jr., age 69, a resident of D’Iberville, MS, passed away from natural causes, on Wednesday, January 11, 2017 at his home. He was born in Gulfport, MS, on July 17, 1947, the son of Lee and Delaura Adams. Rev. Adams graduated with Honors from 33rd Ave High School in 1964, and then attended Tuskegee Institute, in...
Susie Woods
Jan 7, 2017
Mother Susie Woods was born on October 30, 1943, in Seminary, MS to the late Bessie and Ezra Woods. The family soon relocated to Gulfport, MS where Susie was raised. Susie Woods attended and graduated from the historic 33rd High School, class of 1962. Mother Susie Woods accepted Jesus Christ at an early age. She was a devoted member of...
Bunia Vista Sanders
Jan 3, 2017
Bunia Vista Sanders, a resident of Biloxi, MS, passed away on Tuesday, January 3, 2017 at her daughter’s home in Lacey, WA. She was born on May 9, 1939 in Benndale, MS to her late parents, Arthur and Ora Fairley. Bunia attended Green County High School in McClain, MS. After graduating high school, she resided in New York for four...
Mary Louise Evans
Dec 20, 2016
Mrs. Mary Louise Evans, beloved Wife, Mother, and Grandmother, passed away December 20, 2016. She was born January 14, 1939, in Hattiesburg, MS, to Robert and Georgia Mae Hands. She attended Roe Ann High School in Hattiesburg. She also worked at USM College in Gulfport and was a member of Mount Bethel Baptist Church, where she was an usher and...
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