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Eligah McCray

Eligah McCray

Feb 14, 2016

Eligah McCray, 70, resident of Gulfport, MS, passed away February 14, 2016, at his home from a heart attack. He was born in Silvercreek, MS, November 16, 1944, the son of the late Alfred and Arlivia McCray. Eligah was married to Ruby J. McCray. He spent his career as an independent contractor. He loved his family and fishing. Eligah "Buddy"...

Eric Stanley Cameron

Eric Stanley Cameron

Feb 2, 2016

On February 2, 2016, God in His infinite wisdom called Eric Stanley Cameron from this earthly home. Eric was born June 10, 1974 in Gulfport, MS, and was the first child of Hewey and Nelwyn Cameron. He grew up in Avondale Circle in Gulfport, where he exemplified a special love for his family, church and friends. He attended Harrison County...

Mary Whittle

Mary Whittle

Jan 25, 2016

Mary Louise McClain Whittle, 64, a resident of Vancleave, MS, passed away at Ocean Springs Hospital, January 25, 2016. Mary, AKA “Mary Louise”, “Mrs. Mary”, “Aunt Mary”, “Mama Mary”, “Weezy”, “Louise”, “Gee” and “Mama,” was born June 16, 1951, to the late Emmanuel “Blackboot” Alford and Lucille McClain in Vancleave, MS. She married Eli Whittle, Jr., at the age of...

David J. Hoffman

David J. Hoffman

Jan 22, 2016

Mr. David J. Hoffman passed away January 22, 2016. The care of Mr. David J. Hoffman was entrusted to RICHMOND-AUGUST FUNERAL HOME. Inquiries: call 228-436-6722.

Watt Lee Kemp, Sr.

Watt Lee Kemp, Sr.

Jan 10, 2016

Watt Lee Kemp, Sr., 76, resident of Gulfport, MS, passed away, January 10, 2016, at his home. He was born in Sandy Ridge, Alabama, August 24, 1939, the son of the late Arthur and Lucy Kemp. Watt Lee Kemp, Sr., was married to Fannie Mae Kemp for over 60 years. Watt Lee spent 42 years 1 month as a Civil...

Dianeska Torres-Oquendo

Dianeska Torres-Oquendo

Dec 20, 2015

Dianeska Mary Torres-Oquendo, 21, of Pascagoula, MS, passed away December 20, 2015. She was born January 19, 1994, in Caguas, Puerto Rico, the daughter of Luz Maria Oquendo and Jose Ismael Torres Bonilla. Dianeska was engaged to marry Robert Figueroa. She was preceded in death by her mother, Luz Maria Oquendo. Dianeska leaves to cherish her memories, her fianc, Robert...

Mary Alice Sloan

Mary Alice Sloan

Dec 15, 2015

Mary Alice Sloan, 80, of Gulfport, MS passed away on December 15, 2015, at her home. She was born in McHenry, MS on September 23, 1935 to Clara White and James Ladner. Mary attended Stone County Training School. Mary married Joe Douglas Sloan on July 23, 1953. To this union was born 3 children, Joannie Sloan, Larry (Janet) Sloan, and...

Charles Leonard Smith

Charles Leonard Smith

Dec 7, 2015

Mr. Charles L. Smith passed away December 7, 2015.The care of Mr. Charles L. Smith was entrusted to RICHMOND-AUGUST FUNERAL HOME. Inquiries: call 228-436-6722.

Limmie Earl Beal

Limmie Earl Beal

Dec 7, 2015

Limmie Beal Sr., of Gulfport, MS was born to the late Limmie K. Beal and Mary Lee Beal on June 26th, 1948. He departed this life on Sunday, December 6, 2015 at the Biloxi VA Hospital. Limmie joined the Little Rock Missionary Baptist Church under the direction of the late Pastor Famous McElhaney. He was an active member serving on...

James Richardson

James Richardson

Nov 30, 2015

James Allen Richardson, 68, of Moss Point, MS, passed away on November 30, 2015. James Allen Richardson was married to Annie P. Richardson. James Allen Richardson was a long time employee at International Paper Mill where he retired. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends! He was preceded in death by his mother, Ellen Riley; father, Hibert Richardson;...

W. Pearl Brumfield

W. Pearl Brumfield

Nov 28, 2015

Willie Pearl Brumfield, age 75, passed away, Saturday, November 28, 2015. She was born May 18, 1940, in Hazelhurst, Mississippi, the daughter of the late Herbert (Sr.) and Hazel Harville. She attended Utica (Hinds) Junior College and received an Associate Degree. Willie Pearl Brumfield was married to Archie Brumfield, Jr. on May 18, 1964. Willie Pearl Brumfield was a devoted...

Arnell Miller

Arnell Miller

Nov 19, 2015

Arnell Lafayette Miller was born on December 28, 1926 in Ft. Deposite, Alabama to the late Shedrick and Rosie Lafayette. Arnell Lafayette Miller retired from Keesler Air Force Base after 16 years. She was married to Joe Miller (deceased) up until his death. She was proceeded in death by both her parents, Shedrick and Rosie Lafayette; her two sons, Walter...

David McCullough

David McCullough

Nov 19, 2015

Mr. David McCullough passed away November 19, 2015. The care of Mr. David McCullough was entrusted to RICHMOND-AUGUST FUNERAL HOME.. For updates, call 228-436-6722.

Leroy Mason

Leroy Mason

Nov 18, 2015

Leroy Mason, age 65, resident of Biloxi, passed away on Wednesday, November 18, 2015 in Gulfport, MS. He was born in Biloxi on May 20, 1950 to Ceolious and Allene Mason. Leroy attended M.F. Nichols High School. He served in the United States Army from 1 Dec. 1970 - 21 Sept. 1972. During this time he also served in Vietnam....

Mable McGee

Mable McGee

Nov 14, 2015

My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion forever. Psalms 73:26 Mable (Brock) McGee, 95, born February 28, 1920, was granted her angel wings on November 14, 2015. Mable was born in Tylertown, MS, to the late Augusta �Beat� Brock and Mattie Simmons Brock. Mable was one of 13 children. She...

Fester Groves, Sr.

Fester Groves, Sr.

Oct 31, 2015

Fester Groves, Sr., of Gulfport, MS, passed from time into eternity October 31, 2015, at Biloxi VA Medical Center. He was born in Thorna, Mississippi on June 11, 1935 to Elias and Fannie Groves. Fester was married to Ms. Bettie Lou Aaron on October 9, 1957. He spent his working career in ILA working in local Refrigeration Diesel Mechanic Fester...

Clarence "Chuck" Blake

Clarence "Chuck" Blake

Oct 30, 2015

Clarence Charles �Chuck� Blake, 45, a resident of Biloxi, passed away, October 30, 2015. He was born in Jacksonville, FL, August 1, 1970, the son of Mary and Bobby Lee Blake. Chuck graduated from Hancock High School. He lived numerous places, and spent some time in Kiln, MS, especially enjoying his time in Ocean Springs, MS, and Portland, OR. After...

Roy Lee Underwood

Roy Lee Underwood

Oct 5, 2015

Mr. Roy Lee Underwood, was born June 5, 1969 in Gulfport, Mississippi to Mrs. Lillie Mae Underwood Jones and the late Mr. Earvin Underwood, Sr. Roy was preceded in death by his father, Mr. Earvin Underwood, Sr. and a brother, Earvin Underwood, Jr. Roy, passed away Monday, October 5, 2015. He leaves to cherish his loving memories his mother, Mrs....

Lourdes Manahan

Lourdes Manahan

Sep 30, 2015

Ms. Lordes Manahan passed away September 30, 2015.The care of Ms. Lordes Manahan was entrusted to RICHMOND-AUGUST FUNERAL HOME. Inquiries: 228-436-6722.

Pastor Donald Ray Sewer

Pastor Donald Ray Sewer

Sep 23, 2015

Pastor Donald Ray Sewer was born on May 3, 1959 in Pascagoula, MS; to Deacon Egbert & Sallie Mae Sewer of Grand Bay, Alabama. He passed from this life on September 23, 2015 at the Mobile Infirmary Hospital. Pastor Sewer was a native and life-long resident of Grand Bay, Alabama. He was born one of ten children. He received Christ...

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