Obituaries

Tammy Lynn Baradell

Tammy Lynn Baradell

May 16, 2024

Tammy Lynn Baradell passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2024. Tammy was born in Pittsboro, NC and moved to Picayune, MS at the age of 16. This would be the start of her life she made with her lifelong companion Edward Baradell. They would spend the next 30 years raising their children, Aaron, Valerie, Amber, and Amanda. Tammy was an...

Michael Christopher Blackwell

Michael Christopher Blackwell

May 13, 2024

Michael Christopher Blackwell born Sunday April 10, 1988 to Michael and Renee Blackwell He was a lifelong resident of Carriere, Ms. A roofer by trade for the most part of his life but could build a house from the ground up including electrical, plumbing, and construction. He was great with his mind and hands. He loved helping others who needed...

Tammy A George

Tammy A George

May 9, 2024

Tammy A. George of Picayune, MS passed away on Thursday May 9, 2024. She was born in Picayune to parents John Rush, and Mary Broom Rush. Tammy graduated Picayune Highschool, was a member of George Ford Landmark Missionary Baptist Church, and was a proud mother. Tammy is preceded in death by her parents John Rush, and Mary Broom Rush. She...

Ford Evans Jr.

Ford Evans Jr.

May 8, 2024

Ford Evans Jr. (92) of Picayune, MS went home to be with God on Wednesday May 8, 2024. A lifelong resident of Mississippi, Ford was born to parents Ford Evans Sr and Ethel Mae Courtney Evans. He was a proud veteran, owned his own roofing company for much of his life, and worked for Kaiser Aluminum in Chalmette for 29...

Sherry Lynn Temple

Sherry Lynn Temple

Apr 28, 2024

Sherry Lynn Temple went home to be with God on Sunday April 28, 2024. Sherry was born in Picayune, MS to parents L.D. Stockstill and Mary Lee Stockstill, and had a large family with many siblings. She a proud mother and grandmother, who spent many years doing bodywork on cars, and enjoyed bird watching, gardening, and playing computer games. She...

William "Bill" Robert Bender

William "Bill" Robert Bender

Apr 26, 2024

William “Bill” Robert Bender, passed away peacefully at the age of 82, Friday, April 26, 2024 in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi. Bill was born in New Orleans, Louisiana and most recently resided in Bay St. Louis, MS at Dunbar Village. Bill spent most of his life between New Orleans, LA and Baton Rouge, LA before settling down in Mississippi with...

Betty Rose Brown

Betty Rose Brown

Apr 25, 2024

Betty Rose Brown of Picayune went home to be with God on Thursday April 25, 2024. Betty was born in New Orleans to parents Luther and Lola Wallace and had many siblings. She was a loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, and grandmother who enjoyed spending her time canning, gardening, and fishing. She is preceded in death by her husband Melvin...

Thomas Rawlings Boone Jr

Thomas Rawlings Boone Jr

Apr 25, 2024

Dr. Thomas Rawlings Boone Jr. of Picayune passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2024, at the age of 89. Thomas was born in South Carolina to Thomas and Sadie Boone. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Picayune and worked as a psychologist since graduating with honors in 1986. He had more than 38 years of diverse experiences,...

Sandra A. Cruz

Sandra A. Cruz

Apr 20, 2024

Sandra A. Cruz passed away on Saturday April 20, 2024. She is survived by her husband of 56 years Ricardo Cruz, children Ricky, Brandon, Sabrina, Catina, Stacy, Chad, Chance, stepchildren Danny, Dana, Brian, many grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Ronnie Ray Hora

Ronnie Ray Hora

Apr 18, 2024

Ronnie Ray Hora, from Picayune, Mississippi, passed away on Thursday April 18, 2024, at the age of 75. Ronnie worked with Deep South Equipment for twenty-five plus years. He enjoyed NASCAR and stock car races, camping, and rides on his Harley with his wife and wild hog brother’s and sister’s. He will be deeply missed by all. He is survived...

Howard L. Pearson

Howard L. Pearson

Apr 17, 2024

Graveside service for Howard Pearson, age 72, of Carriere who entered into God’s eternal home on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, will take place 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 23,2024 at Pearson Cemetery in Carriere. Howard was a member of Union Baptist Church. He enjoyed working with his hands, whether fixing something or dreaming of restoring his 1955 Chevy Belair. He worked...

Arthur Scott Carrier Sr.

Arthur Scott Carrier Sr.

Apr 12, 2024

Arthur Scott “Big Scott” Carrier Sr. was born on November 22, 1946, in Picayune, Mississippi. He transitioned peacefully on April 12, 2024, in Waggaman, LA where he resided for over forty years. Big Scott was born to Sadie and Victor Carrier as one of eight children. At the age of 18, Big Scott met the love of his life Elaine....

Audrey Mae Burnette Stone

Audrey Mae Burnette Stone

Apr 12, 2024

Audrey Mae Burnette Stone, a woman of profound faith and fierce devotion to her family, departed from this world on April 12th, 2024, at the age of 83. She leaves behind a legacy that spans generations, forever etched in the hearts of her loved ones. Audrey is survived by her cherished grandchildren and their spouses: James Stone and his wife...

Glenda Rae Harrison

Glenda Rae Harrison

Apr 10, 2024

Glenda Rae Harrison was born to Robert and Blanche Irby in Prichard, AL on Aug 25, 1945. She was a beloved friend, wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who lived life to the fullest. Glenda traveled all over the world with her husband of 60 years, Benjamin. No matter where they traveled, Glenda made friends wherever she went. She was the...

Joseph Anthony Marchand Jr.

Joseph Anthony Marchand Jr.

Apr 9, 2024

Joseph Anthony Marchand Jr. Longtime resident of Poplarville, Mississippi passed away Tuesday April 9, 2024. Joe was born on March 4, 1953, to parents Joseph Anthony Marchand Sr., and Renelda Jastram Marchand. He grew up in Slidell, Louisiana, eventually joined the Army, and worked many years for Lockheed Martin. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, photography, and took immense pride in being...

Michael Alvin Martinez

Michael Alvin Martinez

Apr 7, 2024

Michael Alvin Martinez of Perkinston, Mississippi passed Sunday, April 7, 2024, at the age of 62. Michael was a longtime resident of Hancock County after moving from Chalmette, Louisiana. He enjoyed fishing, crabbing and cooking his fresh catch of the day. Michael loved spending time with his grandchildren and family. He will be deeply missed by many. Left to cherish...

Patricia Ann Ward Cooper

Patricia Ann Ward Cooper

Apr 5, 2024

Memorial Services for Patricia Ann Ward Cooper, age 81, of Picayune, MS, who departed this life into God’s presence Friday, April 5, 2024, will be held Friday, April 12, 2024, with a visitation from 10:00 am to 11:00 am followed by a service at Union Baptist Church, 1628 West Union Rd, Picayune, MS 39466. A native of Petal, MS, Pat...

Charles "Teddy" Richard Lee

Charles "Teddy" Richard Lee

Apr 3, 2024

Charles “Teddy” Richard Lee of Picayune, passed away on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at the age of 73. Teddy has been a resident of Leetown all of his life and was of the Baptist faith. He proudly served with the Army in the Vietnam War as a member of the 101 Airborne Unit. Left to cherish his memories is his...

Frances C. Easterling

Frances C. Easterling

Apr 1, 2024

Frances C. Easterling went home to be with God on Monday April 1st, 2024. She was a proud stepmother and grandmother who enjoyed trips to the casino and playing cards. Frances is preceded in death by her husband Bobby Easterling Sr., her parents Frank Clesi, Mary (Manali) Clesi, and her stepdaughter Carolyn Jordan. Her memory will be cherished by her...

Scotty Ray Smith

Scotty Ray Smith

Mar 30, 2024

Scotty Ray Smith of Picayune, passed into his forever home on Saturday, March 30, 2024. Scotty was born in Picayune but spent most of his life living in New Orleans before moving back to Picayune permanently. His passions were the horses that he worked around at the racetrack, spending time with his nieces and nephews who he loved as if...