Obituaries

William Stecil Kellar

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Dianna Parker Johnson

Dianna Parker Johnson

Aug 24, 2019

Dianna "Connie" Parker Johnson of Carriere, Mississippi passed away Saturday, August 24,2019 at the age of 70, in the comfort of her home. Connie was a resident of Carriere, Mississippi since nineteen ninety-two. She was a member of Jesus Name Apostolic Church in Pearl River, Louisiana for over thirty years. She dedicated her life to ministry and was a loving...

Carlie Oliver Spiers

Carlie Oliver Spiers

Aug 24, 2019

Carlie Oliver Spiers, age 71, passed away Saturday, August 24, 2019, in Picayune. Carlie retired as Sales Operations Manager with Rex Distributing Company in Gulfport, Mississippi, where he worked for over forty years. He was a longtime member and past president of Millbrook Country Club and played golf there for many years. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and vegetable gardening. He...

Ida Mae Wright

Ida Mae Wright

Aug 16, 2019

Ida Mae Wright of Picayune, Mississippi passed away Friday, August 16, 2019. Ida was a life-long resident of Pearl River County, Mississippi. She was a member of Flat Top Baptist Church. She worked as a Nurse, a loving mother, grandmother and a friend to many. She is survived by two sons, James "Danny" Dillard Jr. (Sue) of Picayune, Mississippi, Donald...

Robert Louis St.Amand

Robert Louis St.Amand

Aug 14, 2019

Robert Louis St.Amand, Sr., of Carriere, Mississippi passed away Wednesday, August 14, 2019 at the age of 86 in the comfort of his home. Robert was a resident of Carriere, Mississippi for forty-five years. Robert was a Millwright that specialized in mechanical machinery at nuclear, chemical and powerplants. He was a Veteran from serving in the United States Army, also...

Shirley Pauline Campos

Shirley Pauline Campos

Aug 14, 2019

Shirley Pauline Campos, age 89 of Picayune, Mississippi passed away Wednesday, August 14, 2019. Shirley was a resident of Picayune, Mississippi since nineteen eighty-five, originating from St. Louis Missouri. She was a loving mother, grandmother and had a smile that would brighten the room. She is survived by one daughter, Marilyn Kelly and her husband Bobby Kelly of Carriere, Mississippi;...

Michelle Lynn Gibson

Michelle Lynn Gibson

Aug 7, 2019

Michelle Lynn Gibson, of Carriere, Mississippi passed away Wednesday, August 7,2019 at the age of 47. Michelle was a resident of Carriere, Mississippi since nineteen ninety. She was born and originated from New Orleans, Louisiana. She loved being in the outdoors and adored her nephews, niece, and her dogs. Michelle is survived by her parents, James m. Gibson and Bliss...

Eugene Henry Hotard

Eugene Henry Hotard

Aug 3, 2019

Eugene Henry Hotard of Carriere, Mississippi passed away Saturday, August 3, 2019 at the age of 80. Eugene lived in Carriere, Mississippi and was previously from Jefferson Parish, Louisiana. He served in the Marine's and was an electrician. He dedicated his life to helping others! He is survived by his wife of fifty-six years, Karen Vincent Hotard of Carriere, Mississippi;...