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