About Us
Our History
Infinity Funeral Home’s history began with the vision of the late W. B. McDaniel. In 1959, the Florida native founded W.B. McDaniel and Son Funeral Home. Mr. McDaniel established the business, then located at 438 Division Street in Biloxi, to serve the needs of members of his community. He had a passion for music and played piano in his local church, as well as taught piano lessons to local residents. In the early 1960’s the Division Street location was more than a funeral home in the community. It was also the meeting destination for Civil Rights activists fighting to integrate the beaches in Harrison County. Mr. McDaniel faithfully served his community until his retirement in 1979.
On January 1, 1980, Mr. McDaniel’s protégé, the late Jesse B. Richmond, Jr., purchased W.B. McDaniel and Son Funeral Home and renamed it McDaniel-Richmond Funeral Home. Soon after the purchase, Mr. Richmond expanded the business and relocated it to Main Street in Biloxi. His enterprising vision propelled him to establish a second location in Gulfport, MS in 1983. Mr. Richmond’s reputation for service and dedication to the community established him as a pillar along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Like his predecessor, he used this position to make strides in the community with local officials and church leaders. He is remembered as a man of perseverance with a commitment to excellence. After more than 40 years in Funeral Service, Mr. Richmond retired from the business and passed the legacy of service to his long-time employee, Bishop Rick August.
