Obituaries
Joseph Charles Griffing
Oct 16, 2019
Joseph Charles Griffing, age 88 passed away on Wednesday, October 16, 2019. He was born January 23rd1931 in Natchitoches, Louisiana to Ward and Ethel. Joe was preceded in death by his wife Zoe McGovern Griffing, and four brothers. In 1955 Griffing completed his medical education at Tulane University in New Orleans and began his internship at Charity and Southern Baptist...
Anthony Lucian Paternostro
Oct 14, 2019
Anthony Lucian "Mush" Paternostro, age 74 of Carriere, Mississippi passed away Monday, October 14, 2019 at his country residence with family by his side. Tony was a native of New Orleans, Louisiana, born on January 20, 1945 and a resident of Carriere, Mississippi for the past twenty years with his beautiful wife Sharon. He was of the catholic faith and...
James Fleet Fortenberry
Oct 11, 2019
James Fleet Fortenberry, of Picayune, Mississippi passed away Friday, October 11, 2019 at the age of 63. James was a long-time resident of Picayune, Mississippi and a member of New Palestine Baptist church. He owned PJ's Lawnmower and Bicycle shop located in Slidell, Louisiana. He was a third-degree Mason that enjoyed masonry work and hunting in his spare time. He...
Gary Wayne Parker
Oct 10, 2019
Gary Wayne Parker, of Poplarville, Mississippi passed away Thursday, October 10, 2019 at the age of 73 with family by his side. Gary was a life-long resident of Poplarville and a veteran of the U.S Army National Guard. He worked many years for the City of Picayune as an equipment operator. He was a loving husband and father. His many...
Carol Ray Ball
Oct 9, 2019
Carol Ray "Jimmy" Ball, of Carriere, Mississippi passed away Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at the age of 71. "Jimmy" was born in New Orleans and lived in Carriere since he was a child. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Carriere and a retired carpenter. He loved being outdoors with his dogs and sometimes drove them around on...
Betty Jane Pond
Oct 6, 2019
Betty Jane Pond, of Picayune, Mississippi passed away Sunday, October 6, 2019, at the age of 77. Betty was a long-time resident of Picayune. She enjoyed reading, spending time with her grandchildren, watching television shows alongside her husband, and constantly shopping for the best bargain. She was a loving wife, extraordinary grandmother, and a beyond courageous, kind old soul. She...
Earl Albert Trosclair
Oct 6, 2019
Earl Albert Trosclair, age 93, of Carriere, Mississippi passed away Sunday, October 6, 2019 in the comfort of his home. Earl was a long-time resident of Carriere, and a member of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. He was a Staff Sergeant, WWII Veteran with the U.S Air Force. He enjoyed spending time outdoors working in the yard, wood working, building...
William Stecil Kellar
Oct 6, 2019
William Stecil Kellar, Jr. of Carriere, Mississippi passed away Sunday, October 6, 2019 at the age of 84. William was a life-long resident of Pear River County. He was a Veteran of the Army National Guard. He was a member of New Henleyfield Baptist Church. He is survived by one son, Joseph Weinmann of Texas; two daughters, Michelle Meier of...
Wanda Fay Sandras
Oct 4, 2019
Wanda Fay Sandras, of Poplarville, Mississippi, passed away Friday, October 4th, 2019, at the age of 61 in the comfort of her home. Wanda was born in Nashville, Tennessee and lived the past 25 years in Poplarville, Mississippi. She was a sales associate for Wheats Lumber for 22 years. Wanda was also a member of the Red Hat Society, participated...
Prentiss Lavon Burks
Oct 4, 2019
Prentiss Lavon Burks, age 80 of Picayune, Mississippi passed away Friday, October 4, 2019. He was a member of Unity Baptist Church and Veteran of the U.S. Air Force. He worked for Southcentral Bell for 33 years and was a farmer at heart. Prentiss is survived by his wife of 47 years, Nancy Burks of Picayune; sons: James Andrew Burks...
Dovil Stockstill
Oct 3, 2019
Dovil Stockstill of Picayune, Mississippi went to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 3, 2019, at the age of 89. Dovil was a long-time resident of Picayune, Mississippi. He was a church member of Cedar Hill House of Prayer. He was a carpenter by trade and a crafter at building furniture. Dovil loved playing the guitar and fellowship for...
Susan Elizabeth Lafond Lewis
Sep 23, 2019
Susan Elizabeth LaFond Lewis, of Picayune Mississippi passed away Monday, September 23, 2019 at the age of 76 after a long courageous battle with cancer. Susan was born in Holyoke, Massachusetts and lived in Picayune, Mississippi the last several years. She was a respiratory therapist and enjoyed her job. She was an inspiration and was able to spread her knowledge...
James Donovan Stewart
Sep 23, 2019
James Donovan Stewart, of Carriere, Mississippi passed away Monday, September 23, 2019 at the age of 48. James was born in Gulfport, Mississippi and later lived in Carriere. He was a Welder for industrial and plant construction. He is survived by his daughter, Donnie-Lynn Stewart of Carriere, Mississippi; brother, William P. Stewart (Renee) of Louisiana; sister Sherryl A. Lane (James)...
John August Huye
Sep 18, 2019
John August Huye, II, age 77, of Picayune Mississippi went to be with the Lord with his family by his side, Wednesday, September 18, 2019. John loved Jesus and loved to tell others about Jesus. He was an active member of Goodyear Baptist Church. He enjoyed fishing, boat building, trains, and camping. John loved his family and enjoyed spending time...
Charlie Leonard Walters
Sep 13, 2019
Charlie Leonard Walters, born in Laurel, Mississippi on April 27, 1936 went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, September 13, 2019 at the age of 83. Charlie was the beloved son of Annie Mae Byrd Walters and Jordan B. Walters. He is now reunited with his infant daughter, Tamara; grandson, Kevin Walters, Jr., sisters, Maxine Licciardi,...
Donald Leon Shetter
Sep 7, 2019
Donald "Donnie" Leon Shetter, passed away Saturday, September 7, 2019 at home with his family. Donnie was a member of Bienville Baptist Church. He was very active in spreading the gospel. He was a missionary to Pima Indians in Arizona, started twelve different churches in seven states, and a musician and a gospel song writer. He authored and published Biblical...
Cynthia Gaynell Holland
Sep 4, 2019
Cynthia Gaynell Holland, of Picayune Mississippi passed away Wednesday, September 4, 2019 at the age of 43. Cynthia was born in Gulfport, Mississippi and a resident of Picayune, Mississippi for the past ten years. She was a loving mother and caring sister. She will forever be remembered in many hearts. She is survived by her husband, Jeff Lee of Mississippi;...
Carlin Ann Messa
Sep 2, 2019
Carlin Ann Messa, age 82, of Moselle, Mississippi, passed away Monday, September 2, 2019. Our dear sweet mother, Carlin was a native of New Orleans, Louisiana. She lived in Chalmette, Louisiana and Picayune, Mississippi before moving to Moselle, Mississippi until her passing. She worked as a hairdresser for many years where she formed great relationships with many friends at her...
Krystal Gale Carpenter
Sep 1, 2019
Krystal "Kristi" Gale Carpenter, age 40, of Carriere, Mississippi, passed away Sunday, September 1, 2019 at her home. Kristi was a housewife and a member of Roseland Park Baptist Church and had lived in Pearl River County her entire life. She was dedicated to her husband and children. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Visitation will...
Dominic Anthony Bruce
Aug 28, 2019
Dominic Anthony Bruce of Slidell, Louisiana, passed away Wednesday, August 28, 2019 at the age of 51, in the comfort of his home. Dominic was born in New Orleans Louisiana. He was an avid fisher and hunter. He had a generous heart for all and was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He is survived by his wife of 34...
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