Frank Melas Whipple Jr., born November 12, 1975, in Hot Springs, Arkansas, passed away on March 28, 2026, in Picayune, Mississippi. He was a man who cherished fishing and carpentry, passions that brought him peace and satisfaction throughout his life.

 Frank is survived by his loving mother, La Juana W. Gilbert; his sons Patrick Whipple, Andrew Hodge and his wife Cynthia, and Gaven Whipple; his daughter Crystal Seals and her husband Jordan; his nephew Caleb Whipple and his wife Candace Gonzales; his sister Rhonda Marino and her husband Tommy; as well as his grandchildren Lyra and Axel Hodge.

 He was preceded in death by his father, Frank Melas Whipple Sr. Frank will be remembered fondly by all who knew him. A Celebration of Life will be held at a date to be announced.

The family asks that any donations towards Frank's cremation be made to Picayune Funeral Home located at 815 S. Haugh Ave, Picayune, MS 39466 or called in at (601) 798-5238.