Obituaries

Aug 22, 2025

Delano B. Cook passed away on Friday August 22, 2025 in Carriere, Mississippi at the age of 90 surrounded by her family.

She will be missed dearly by her family and friends.

Aug 16, 2025

Mandy Owens, a beloved mother, grandmother, and treasured friend, passed away on August 16, 2025, in McComb, Mississippi, at the age of 87. She was born on November 21, 1937, in Picayune, Mississippi, where she spent her early years.

Mandy is survived by her daughters Laura Quave (Wesley) and Peggy Mohan (Jeff), and her sons Thomas Jackson (Martha), Perry Jackson (Terri),...

Aug 15, 2025

Kevin Joseph McConnell Sr., born on January 14, 1967, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2025, in Covington, Louisiana.

Kevin was a man of many passions. He loved fishing, painting, and music, finding joy in the simple pleasures that life had to offer. His creative spirit and zest for life were truly contagious, and he shared this joy with everyone around...

Aug 6, 2025

Carol Jean Floyd, a beautiful soul with a captivating personality, departed this world on August 6, 2025, in Picayune, MS. at the age of 85. Carol brought joy and warmth to all who knew her.

She had a profound love for reading, often seen with a book in hand, immersing herself in the stories that enriched her life. Her passion for...

Aug 3, 2025

Bobbett Hazel Gunnells, a beloved matriarch, passed away on August 3, 2025, in Picayune, Mississippi. She was born in New Hampshire on November 2, 1946 and lived a life filled with love and family. She was happily married for 63 years to the love of her life Luther Earl Gunnells Jr.

Bobbett was the cherished mother of three sons, Joseph Gunnells...

Jul 28, 2025

Edith Marie Cortez, born on January 19, 1949, in Lutcher, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on July 28, 2025, in Picayune, Mississippi. Edith lived a fulfilling life as a proud stay-at-home homemaker, dedicated to her family and creating a loving home for them.

She is survived by her beloved husband, Louis P. Cortez Sr., with whom she shared 58 wonderful years of...

Jul 24, 2025

Deborah Jane Ball, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend, peacefully passed away on July 24, 2025, in Carriere, Mississippi. She was born on April 16, 1959, in Picayune, MS, to the late Hugh Quitman Holland Jr. and Beatrice Pearson Fore.

Debi was known for her strong spirit and unwavering resolve, always the one to step up and take action. She...

Jul 24, 2025

Nicholas George Karmoukos was called home to eternal rest on Thursday, July 24th, 2025. He was born on February 14, 1938 in Kardamyla, Chios, Greece. He was preceded in death by his parents, George Karmoukos and Eftichia Frangos Karmoukos. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Antonia Gialis Karmoukos. He was the father of Dimitris Karmoukos (Charlotte), George...

Jul 22, 2025

Alexander Sharp III, born on March 28, 1957, in Covington, Louisiana, passed away on July 22, 2025, in Picayune, Mississippi. He was raised in New Orleans and later lived in Nashville, Tennessee, before spending his final years in Carriere.



Alex had a lifelong appreciation for nature—especially the Rocky Mountains, which held a special place in his heart. He was a passionate...

Jul 22, 2025

Surrounded by family, William "Bill" Keith Edwards, age 79, peacefully left his earthly body to join our Lord and Savior, Tuesday morning July 22, 2025, at his residence in Carriere, MS, after battling prostate cancer for 8 years. He was born November 2, 1945, in Park Falls, WI, to the late Ronald Keith and Bonnie Rose Clayton Edwards. 

Bill is survived...

Jul 21, 2025

Billy Ray Cupit of Carriere, Mississippi passed away on July 21, 2025 at the age of 73. 

Jul 21, 2025

Jul 21, 2025

Cecilia Spiers Lee (61) of Picayune, Mississippi passed away on Monday July 21, 2025

She was a source of unconditional love, strength, and grace to all who knew her. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, whose warm smile and kind spirit made an impact that will never be forgotten.

Cecilia is preceded in death by her father and...

Jul 20, 2025

Donna Kilmer Giambalvo, a cherished soul, was born on February 3, 1936, in New York. She departed this world on July 20, 2025, in Picayune, Mississippi, leaving behind a legacy of love and resilience.

Donna was the beloved daughter of Burt Kilmer and Ellyn Ruth Hickey-Kilmer, both of whom have passed away. Their nurturing guidance shaped her into the compassionate individual...

Jul 14, 2025

Joseph Edward Wilder, age 82, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2025. Born on July 28, 1942, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Joe dedicated his life to service, family, and faith.

A proud and longtime member of the New Orleans Fire Department, Joe rose through the ranks to serve as District Chief. His decades of courageous service reflected not only his professionalism...

Jul 13, 2025

Paul James Schommer of Carriere, Ms. born in New Orleans, LA. on May 6,1957, passed on July 13, 2025.He was a loving son, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, and friend. 

Paul was a member of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, a member of the Knights of Columbus and a 4th Knight. He was an outgoing person with a wonderful personality. 

He is survived by...

Jul 10, 2025

Brannon E. Woodward Jr. of Pearl River, LA made his way home to be with Jesus on Thursday July 10th, 2025. He was 77 years old.

Brannon was born in Angie, Louisiana. Although enduring quite challenging circumstances as a child, one characteristic was certain about Brannon and it was his unwavering faith. He spent his whole life building his faith and...

Jul 8, 2025

Charlotte Johnson, 80, of Carriere, Mississippi passed away on July 8, 2025.

Hazel "Charlotte" Dahl Johnson was born into this world on 3/3/1945 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Loved ones who preceded her in death were her parents Hazel and Bjorn Dahl, her godmother Ruth "FuFu" McCraney, Leroy Fricke, siblings Solveig Hutchison and Charlie Dahl and great granddaughter Chanley Fricke.

Charlotte is survived...

Jul 1, 2025

Patrick James Ordoyne Sr., born on August 21, 1986, in New Orleans, Louisiana, left this world on July 1, 2025, in Carriere, Mississippi. He was a beloved man whose warmth and dedication to his family will forever be cherished by those who knew him.

He was an amazing son to his mother, Celie Reynolds (James) and his father, Patrick Martin. Always...

Jun 26, 2025

Joseph Savaski Jr. Passed away peacefully on June 26, 2025, at the age of 74. He was born on February 19,1951, in New Orleans, Louisiana. 

He was preceded in death by his parents Joseph Savaski Sr. and Verna Landry Savaski; and stepfather, Joseph Senko.

He was a beloved husband to his wife Gail Krieger Savaski for 55 years; caring father to Joseph...