She would have turned 10 years old today but died Oct. 8, 2006, at age 7.
Jon Warren Lamey of Tibbie died Jan. 3, 2009. The 22-year-old worked as an operator for Ciba Corp. in McIntosh, Ala.
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Alabama Memorials -- January 2008
Today, the family of Tequilla Adams remembered her birthday, which was Jan. 31, 1999.
Lauren Leigh Hill
Lauren Leigh Hill was among young adults who passed away during fall 2008.
Mourning the death of the 21-year-old Biloxi resident were parents Frank W. and Holly Graham, brother Graham Scott Brandon, and her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Elwood Graham.
Lauren died Oct. 27 and was laid to rest Oct. 29 following a Mass of Chrisian Burial at Nativity B.V.M. Internment was at Southern Memorial Park.
Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home on Howard Avenue in Biloxi conducted services.
Teen, 1-year-old die in separate accidents
A teenager and toddler died within a week of each other in South Alabama during mid-November.
The 17-year-old had been involved in a police chase and vehicle crash in west Mobile on Nov. 11. A 15-year-old was critically injured, and two teens injured in the wreck of the Mustang convertible.
Mobile police identified Richard Hamilton, 18, and Jacob Cartee, 19, as passengers in the vehicle but did not name the other juveniles.
Prichard police said a 1-year-old girl was struck by a Nissan Armada while crossing the parking lot at Anton Square Apartments on Anton Street in Prichard. She was headed to a nearby playground.
The 16-year-old driver of a SUV that struck the child transported her to University of South Alabama Medical Center, where she died of her injuries Nov. 8, 20008.
Savaan Senice Smith, Lacey LeAnn Williams
Funeral arrangements for the Biloxi resident were handled by Marshall Funeral Home.
Lacey LeAnn Williams, 18, left behind many friends and family when she died Dec. 9 in Brooklyn.
Services, arranged by Moore Funeral Home, were held at Clear Creek Methodist Church.
Shakeylia Marie Anderson
UPDATE: June 21, 2009
In our comment section, Sandra Anderson, mother of Sha'keylia, disputes reports by officials that the man -- Leslie Galloway -- accused of causing her daughter's death was a boyfriend.
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UPDATE: Feb. 1, 2009
Sha'keylia turned 18 years old Jan. 30, 2009. Recently her family, particularly her mother, promised to celebrate her daughter's birthday just as Sha'keylia had planned. The teenager was born in 1991.
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GULFPORT -- Family, friends and the South Mississippi community were shocked by the brutal death of 17-year-old Shakeylia Anderson on Dec. 5.Hunters discovered Anderson's nude body Dec. 6 in woods near Mississippi 15. Law officials said she had been repeatedly raped, run over by a vehicle several times, and her body set on fire. The officials suspected her former boyfriend, Leslie Galloway III of Moss Point.
Shakeylia was a senior at Harrison Central High, where she had been a member of the school's Reserve Office Training Corps (ROTC).
Billey Joe Johnson Jr.
April 25, 1991 -- Dec. 8, 2008Though numerous teen deaths saddened families and communities in South Mississippi during 2008, no other brought as much attention and controversy as that that followed the death of Billey Joe Johnson Jr.
A standout football player at George County High School, Johnson died during the early morning hours of Dec. 8 after he was stopped by a Lucedale police officer. It was that very police presence without any corroborating evidence of the death and the initial investigation of the scene that caused the teenager's family to question the circumstances of his sudden and shocking death.
They asked for an independent investigation by the NAACP, which has been led by President Curley Clark of the Moss Point - Jackson County Chapter, and state chapter vice president.
Media reports said the Benndale resident died from a shotgun blast to the head after he was pulled over on Mississippi 26 for running a stop sign and red light, according to Police Chief Garry Welford. The death made national headlines because of Johnson's outstanding athletic achievements.
According to www.sunherald.com, Johnson's parents -- Billey Joe Sr. and Annette -- were upset that they were notified of their son's death after his football coach Al Jones was called to the scene to identify the body. The family also was not allowed to view the 17-year-old's remains at the scene during the initial investigation that took place over several hours and well into the afternoon of Dec. 8.
To avoid a conflict of interest and the appearance of impropriety, Chief Welford called in the Mississippi Highway Patrol, the state Bureau of Investigation and the District Attornery's Office of Jackson and George Counties to investigate the death.
Welford initially said he could not tell if Johnson shot himself or if the shotgun went off accidentally, as reported by www.wlox.com and the Press-Register at www.gulflive.com. The officer at the scene said he was about to call in the traffic violations when he heard a shot and breaking glass and then saw Johnson on the ground next to the open door of his truck. The officer said the gun was lying atop Johnson's body.
Rumors abounded after the teenager's death before District Attorney Tony Lawrence called for calm and assured the public and Johnson's family that his untimely passing would be thoroughly investigated, as reported by regional media. Lawrence met personally with Johnson's family before a public funeral service and later private burial at Fairley Creek Cemetery in Blackcreek.
Days after the teenager's death, media reports said that Johnson had been identified as the suspect in an attempted break-in at the home of his former girlfriend. Reportedly, the student and her mother were on their way to Lucedale's police station to file charges against Johnson at the time his death was called into law enforcement.
Clark and attorney Jerome Carter of Mobile had an independent autopsy performed on the 17-year-old running back before an estimated 600 to 800 students and residents attended his funeral services Dec. 20 at George County Middle School gymnasium. Carter said the autopsy was inconclusive because part of Johnson's head and face were still with the state medical examiners office.
Neither Clark nor Carter believe Johnson committed suicide, and Clark has said the only other possibilities for the death are accidential shooting and homicide. They cited statements from family and friends that the student athlete had too much to live for to kill himself.
Johnson was well-liked and admired by his coaches, students, teachers and community leaders. He was known for his leadership, Christian life, and football skills.
During his junior year he completed 1,529 yards and 24 touchdowns for the Rebels team, and had gained about 4,000 yards total during his football years. He was being recruited by colleges including Ole Miss, Mississippi State, Southern Miss, Alabama, Arkansas, Auburn, Louisiana State, and Oregon.
James Mack Allen
James Mack Allen, 17, died Christmas Day in Gulfport.
He was preceded in death by grandfather Mack Patterson, grandmother Liz Allen Moss, uncle Anthony C. Allen and mother Jennifer K. Allen.
Allen's father, Michael S. Allen of Biloxi, and brother Stanley Stewart of Dallas, Texas, are his surviving relatives.
Graveside services were held at Biloxi National Cemetery.
Riemann Family Funeral Home in Gulfport handled services.
Cameron Emanuel King
Hartwell Christian Mortuary in Gulfport conducted services.
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Graveside services were held at Finley Cemetery for infant Olivia Mae Favre, who died Nov. 28, 2008, in Gulfport. Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home arranged services that included a visitation before the early afternoon burial.
Accused killer of Hudson family appears in court
The man accused of killing three relatives of singer and actress Jennifer Hudson, including her 7-year-old nephew, was indicted Tuesday, Dec. 30, in a Chicago courtroom. 
Julia and Jennifer Hudson with their mother Darnell Donerson,
and Jennifer's nephew, Julian.
William Balfour is charged with first-degree murder in the shooting deaths of Julian King, son of Hudson's sister Julia, her mother Darnell Donerson and brother Jason Hudson. He has pleaded not quilty. (Information may be found at the Associated Press)
Balfour is the estranged husband of Julia Hudson and the stepfather of Julian, whose body was found in a sports utility vehicle three days after his grandmother and uncle were discovered in Donerson's home Oct. 24.
The killings shocked the nation, and was one of the leading stories about children's death during 2008. A number of other deaths shocked America, including the story of 3-year-old Caylee Anthony, who had been missing since June and whose remains were identified Dec. 11, her birthday.
Dustin D. Simoneaux, Keahn L. Hill
Dustin Dewayne Simoneaux died Sunday, Oct. 26, 2008. The 21-year-old, known as "Duddy," was a resident of Saucier.
A visitation was held Oct. 29 and a Celebration of Life service was conducted Oct. 30 in the chapel of Rieman Family Funeral Home on Three Rivers Road in Gulfport. Burial was at Saucier Cemetery.
Riemann also conducted funeral services for 2-year-old Keahn L. Hill, who died Oct. 21, 2008.
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While MemoriesAlways was on hiatus the mother of Dustin Simoneaux made a special request to add her son to the list of children and young adults featured on this memorial blog.
We were happy to oblige and regret that his name was not added sooner.
Memories Always includes young people from birth to 25 years old who have passed away within the last two years, or earlier if their deaths made significant news headlines or had a profound affect on the local community and region.
Saturday, December 20, 2008
Hiatus ...
Memories Always has been on hiatus for just over two months because of production problems and business reorganization.
We apologize for any inconvenience.
Updates are being made as soon as possible.
Thank you for your support of and interest in remembering our youth and their families of South Mississippi.
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Tanae Laree Ladner
Tanae “Nae Nae” Laree Ladner, 13, of Pass Christian died Wednesday, March 19, 2008. She was born in Gulfport.
Tanae was a student at DeLisle Elementary School, and had been crowned Miss Mississippi for a day.
She is preceded in death by grandfather Cecil Ladner.
Survivors include parents Terry and Julie Cuevas Ladner of Pass Christian; sisters Jazell Ladner, Tareka Ladner, and Keyera Ladner, all of Pass Christian; grandmothers Patsy Ladner of Pass Christian and Judy Cuevas of Kiln; grandfather Bobby Cuevas of Kiln; great-grandmother Ofelia Niolet of Kiln; uncles Rodney and Robbie Ladner of Pass Christian and aunt Tabath Cuevas of Kiln.
Visitation was held March 21 with a rosary at Riemann Family Funeral Home in Long Beach. A prayer service was held at St. Ann's Catholic Church in the Dubuisson community, with visitation until services. Burial followed at Alphonse Malley Cemetery. A reception was at St. Ann's Hall.
Memorial contributions were made to the family.
An online guest book was viewed and signed at www.riemannfamily.com
Tanae was a student at DeLisle Elementary School, and had been crowned Miss Mississippi for a day.
She is preceded in death by grandfather Cecil Ladner.
Survivors include parents Terry and Julie Cuevas Ladner of Pass Christian; sisters Jazell Ladner, Tareka Ladner, and Keyera Ladner, all of Pass Christian; grandmothers Patsy Ladner of Pass Christian and Judy Cuevas of Kiln; grandfather Bobby Cuevas of Kiln; great-grandmother Ofelia Niolet of Kiln; uncles Rodney and Robbie Ladner of Pass Christian and aunt Tabath Cuevas of Kiln.
Visitation was held March 21 with a rosary at Riemann Family Funeral Home in Long Beach. A prayer service was held at St. Ann's Catholic Church in the Dubuisson community, with visitation until services. Burial followed at Alphonse Malley Cemetery. A reception was at St. Ann's Hall.
Memorial contributions were made to the family.
An online guest book was viewed and signed at www.riemannfamily.com
George E. Thompson Jr.
George E. Thompson Jr., 24, died March 8, 2008. He was born May 14, 1983.
Family members called him “Lil George.”
No other information is available at this time.
Family members called him “Lil George.”
No other information is available at this time.
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Joshua Adam Baker
Joshua Adam Baker, 23, of Gulfport died Thursday, March 6, 2008. He was a native of South Mississippi.
Survivors include parents Michael and Susan Baker of Ocean Springs; daughters Ava Michele Baker and Breanna Leigh Baker, both of Gulfport; girlfriend Christina Parker of Gulfport; sister Genifer McVicker of Ocean Springs, and brother Michael "Mikey" Baker II of Pace, Fla.
Joshua was found dead in his truck of a gunshot wound to the head, according to a March 08, 2008, news report at www.sunherald.com. Gulfport police said he was found on Ponderosa Drive, where his Dodge pickup hit an automobile that was apparently some distance from where his vehicle had drifted after the 23-year-old was shot.
"I didn't believe it. It was a horrible shock. We will all miss his big, happy smile," said Baker's sister, Genifer McVicker, to a reporter with the Sun Herald.
Driver dead in his truck:
Truck rolls on, hits parked car
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Visitation was March 12 at the Ocean Springs Chapel of Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Homes. Funeral service was March 13 in the funeral home chapel. Burial was at Crestlawn Memorial Park.
Survivors include parents Michael and Susan Baker of Ocean Springs; daughters Ava Michele Baker and Breanna Leigh Baker, both of Gulfport; girlfriend Christina Parker of Gulfport; sister Genifer McVicker of Ocean Springs, and brother Michael "Mikey" Baker II of Pace, Fla.
Joshua was found dead in his truck of a gunshot wound to the head, according to a March 08, 2008, news report at www.sunherald.com. Gulfport police said he was found on Ponderosa Drive, where his Dodge pickup hit an automobile that was apparently some distance from where his vehicle had drifted after the 23-year-old was shot.
"I didn't believe it. It was a horrible shock. We will all miss his big, happy smile," said Baker's sister, Genifer McVicker, to a reporter with the Sun Herald.
Driver dead in his truck:
Truck rolls on, hits parked car
Website registration/access to archives required to view information
Visitation was March 12 at the Ocean Springs Chapel of Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Homes. Funeral service was March 13 in the funeral home chapel. Burial was at Crestlawn Memorial Park.
Monday, September 22, 2008
Corey Jeanfreau
Corey Jeanfreau, 20, of Gulfport died Friday, Sept. 19, 2008.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at noon Sept. 23 at Riemann Family Funeral Home, 11280 Three Rivers Road in Gulfport, where friends may visit one hour prior to the service.
Burial will be at Galilee Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery in Saucier.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at noon Sept. 23 at Riemann Family Funeral Home, 11280 Three Rivers Road in Gulfport, where friends may visit one hour prior to the service.
Burial will be at Galilee Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery in Saucier.
Friday, September 19, 2008
Family begins legal pursuit in death of VanAlstines
Shyla and Phillip VanAlstine
Relatives of Phillip and Shyla VanAlstine have begun a pursuit for legal and financial compensation in the deaths of their family members, according to media reports.
The family filed a suit in federal court this week charging Waste Management of 'willful, wanton negligence' for the July 29 vehicle wreck that killed the Vancleave couple and their 7-year-old daughter Haylie and injured 4-year-old Kaytie.
Family files suit in deathsPosted Sept. 19, 2008 @ www.gulflive.com/themississipipress
Daughter Avery, 18 months then, was in the care of family members at the time of the wreck, which occured on Interstate 12 in Baton Rouge, La.
Phillip VanAlstine was employed with Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding in Pascagoula; Shyla VanAlstine was a teacher at Vancleave High School and head of the English Department.
Family files suit in deaths
Posted Sept. 18, 2008 @ www.wlox.com
The suit charges James C. Lane, driver of an 18-wheeler Waste Management truck, with causing the accident that eventually involved another tractor-trailer and another van.
Truck driver arrested in fatal crash
Posted August 2008 @ www.clarionledger.com
Waste-truck driver charged in deaths
Posted Aug. 23, 2008 @ www.sunherald.com
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Louisiana police officials have said the two latter vehicles also struck the van driven by the VanAlstines, who were returning home from trip before the start of the 2008-09 school year Aug. 6.
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Brian Robisheaux: 9/11 memorial
(Also see notable teen death from 9/11/2004: Lindsay Miller)
Brian David Robisheaux, an 18-year-old from Gulfport, died Sept. 11, 2007.
He graduated in 2006 with honors from the Youth Challenge Program of Louisiana, and was employed by Cajun Cutters Lawn Care Service, owned and operated by his father, David Robisheaux.
Brian loved the outdoors, especially riding dirt bikes and four-wheelers. He loved spending time with his nieces and nephews -- Devondrick, Ashton, Ashlyn, Jada and Spencer.
Brian was preceded in death by maternal grandparents William “Bill” Williams and Bettie Barnes Williams, and uncle Rufus Hill.
Brian was the beloved son of David Peter Robisheaux and wife Donna, and Jean Williams Bagwell and husband Royce. He is also survived by sister Rachel Lewis and husband Damondrick; brother Bryce Robisheaux; stepbrother Brandon Cooper and wife Samantha.
Other family survivors include paternal grandparents Solly “Jack” and June Robisheaux; step-grandmother Sheryl Cooper; step-grandparents Donald Cooper and wife Charlotte; uncles Solly Robisheaux and wife Patricia, Jeri Williams, and Joe Tom Williams and wife Leah; aunts Beth Robisheaux Holley and husband Jerry “Randy”, Mary Robisheaux Hill, Lou Malbrough and husband Melvin, Bridgette Basas and husband Julio; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
A memorial service was held in Youngsville, La., and was handled by Riemann Family Funeral Homes, 11280 Three Rivers Road Chapel, Gulfport.
Brian David Robisheaux, an 18-year-old from Gulfport, died Sept. 11, 2007.
He graduated in 2006 with honors from the Youth Challenge Program of Louisiana, and was employed by Cajun Cutters Lawn Care Service, owned and operated by his father, David Robisheaux.
Brian loved the outdoors, especially riding dirt bikes and four-wheelers. He loved spending time with his nieces and nephews -- Devondrick, Ashton, Ashlyn, Jada and Spencer.
Brian was preceded in death by maternal grandparents William “Bill” Williams and Bettie Barnes Williams, and uncle Rufus Hill.
Brian was the beloved son of David Peter Robisheaux and wife Donna, and Jean Williams Bagwell and husband Royce. He is also survived by sister Rachel Lewis and husband Damondrick; brother Bryce Robisheaux; stepbrother Brandon Cooper and wife Samantha.
Other family survivors include paternal grandparents Solly “Jack” and June Robisheaux; step-grandmother Sheryl Cooper; step-grandparents Donald Cooper and wife Charlotte; uncles Solly Robisheaux and wife Patricia, Jeri Williams, and Joe Tom Williams and wife Leah; aunts Beth Robisheaux Holley and husband Jerry “Randy”, Mary Robisheaux Hill, Lou Malbrough and husband Melvin, Bridgette Basas and husband Julio; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
A memorial service was held in Youngsville, La., and was handled by Riemann Family Funeral Homes, 11280 Three Rivers Road Chapel, Gulfport.
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Dillyn Michael Baldock
Dillyn Michael Baldock, infant, of Moss Point died July 4, 2008.
Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home on Howard Avenue in Biloxi handled arrangements.
Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home on Howard Avenue in Biloxi handled arrangements.
Ashton Morgan Ford & Justin Golden
Ashton Morgan Ford, 17, died June 21, 2008, in Gonzales, La., in a vehicle wreck.
She leaves her mother and stepfather, Bertha and Tim Watts of Gonzales; father Morgan Ford, formerly of Long Beach; grandparents, numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.FAMILY MEMORIES: She was a bright light in a dark world and will be sorely missed by her loving family.
Justin Golden, 23, of Vancleave died Sunday, Sept. 21, 2008.
Heritage Funeral Home in Escatawpa handled funeral arrangements.
Arrest Made in Posey death
Update:
According to media reports, Gulfport police have arrested Anthony Gerard Randall, 25, of Petal in connection with the hit-and-run death of 19-year-old Theresa Posey.
The teenager was killed about 4:30 a.m. Sept. 14 after her vehicle stopped on Interstate 10 in Gulfport. Posey's 16-year-old sister was with her at the time.
Arrest Made In Biloxi Teen's Hit & Run Death
Posted Sept. 15, 2008 @ www.wlox.com
$1 million bond for hit-and-run suspect
Posted Sept. 16 2008 @ www.sunherald.com
According to media reports, Gulfport police have arrested Anthony Gerard Randall, 25, of Petal in connection with the hit-and-run death of 19-year-old Theresa Posey.
The teenager was killed about 4:30 a.m. Sept. 14 after her vehicle stopped on Interstate 10 in Gulfport. Posey's 16-year-old sister was with her at the time.
Arrest Made In Biloxi Teen's Hit & Run Death
Posted Sept. 15, 2008 @ www.wlox.com
$1 million bond for hit-and-run suspect
Posted Sept. 16 2008 @ www.sunherald.com
Monday, September 15, 2008
Vanessa Posey: He Took My Child From Me
“He took my child from me.”
Those were the words of a crying and grieving Vanessa Posey on Sunday, Sept. 14, as she talked about the death of her 19-year-old daughter, Theresa Posey.
Mother Of A Hit And Run Victim Pleads For Killer To Confess
View mother's plea and statements about her daughter at www.wlox.com
The teenager was killed around 4 a.m. Sept. 14 during a hit-and-run accident while she and a younger sister were trying to change oil on Posey's malfunctioning vehicle.
Hit-and-run kills Biloxi teen
Police search for driver of white car on I-10
Posted Sept. 15, 2008 @ www.sunherald.com
Gulfport police are asking residents for help in locating the driver and vehicle, a white male in a white automobile. A darker-skinned male passenger was said to be in the vehicle headed west on Interstate 10, according to media reports.
Biloxi Woman Killed In Hit And Run On I-10 In Gulfport
Posted Sept. 14, 2008 @ www.wlox.com
Residents with information about the hit-and-run may contact Gulfport police at 228-868-5959.
Those were the words of a crying and grieving Vanessa Posey on Sunday, Sept. 14, as she talked about the death of her 19-year-old daughter, Theresa Posey.
Mother Of A Hit And Run Victim Pleads For Killer To Confess
View mother's plea and statements about her daughter at www.wlox.com
The teenager was killed around 4 a.m. Sept. 14 during a hit-and-run accident while she and a younger sister were trying to change oil on Posey's malfunctioning vehicle.
Hit-and-run kills Biloxi teen
Police search for driver of white car on I-10
Posted Sept. 15, 2008 @ www.sunherald.com
Gulfport police are asking residents for help in locating the driver and vehicle, a white male in a white automobile. A darker-skinned male passenger was said to be in the vehicle headed west on Interstate 10, according to media reports.
Biloxi Woman Killed In Hit And Run On I-10 In Gulfport
Posted Sept. 14, 2008 @ www.wlox.com
Residents with information about the hit-and-run may contact Gulfport police at 228-868-5959.
Steven P. Hoda Jr.
Steven P. Hoda Jr., 17, of the Kiln died Saturday, Sept. 13, 2008, in Gulfport following a wreck that also killed friend Tanner Adam.
2 Dead After Crash in The Kiln
Posted Sept. 13 and 14, 2008 @ www.wlox.com
Steven was a native of Kiln, and a senior at Hancock High School. He was employed with Dixieland Feed Store. He was a junior fireman at Fenton Volunteer Fire Department.
His family said Steven was an avid outdoorsman. He loved hunting, fishing, 4-wheelers, along with friend Tanner, and all other sports.
Steven is survived by his father, Steven P. Hoda Sr. and fiance Leslie Ladner; mother Leslie Hoda and fiance Scott Brecher; brother Donavon Hoda; step-sisters Maesyn Cuevas, Emily Brecher, and Logan Brecher; grandparents Donnie and Cynthia Carver and Pat and Sharon Hoda; great-grandmother Lillian Carver; aunts and uncles Donnie and Rebecca Carver, Kenneth "Ray" and Jennifer Faye, Stanley and Debbie Hoda and Marlin and Priscilla McQueen; cousins Heather Hoda, Trevor Patterson, Whitley McQueen, Frank Venezia and Braxton Faye; and numerous other family, relatives and friends.
Kiln teens killed in wreck
Posted Sept. 14, 2008 @ www.sunherald.com
Visitation will be 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 16 at Riemann Family Funeral Home, 9113 Kiln DeLisle Road in Pass Christian. A burial Mass will be at 3:30 p.m. at Annunciation Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Alphonse Malley Cemetery.
Residents may sign the guestbook at http://www.riemannfamily.com/
Photo courtesy of riemannfamily.com
Tanner Neil Adam
Tanner Neil Adam, 17, died Saturday, Sept. 13, 2008, in the Kiln along with friend Steven P. Hoda Jr.
Tanner was a life-long resident of Bay St. Louis and the Kiln. He was a senior at Hancock High School and a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church of Dedeaux.
Kiln teens killed in wreck
Posted Sept. 14, 2008 @ www.sunherald.com
Tanner was an active outdoorsman who especially loved four-wheel drives, hunting, fishing and 4-wheeling with his twin brother, Taylor, and friends that included Steven Hoda.
He was preceded in death by grandmother Mary Ellen Montgomery and grandfather Clayton Richard Adam.
He is survived by parents Brian "Hooty" and Laura Ladner Adam; brother Trevor and twin brother Taylor; grandparents Aubrey "Duper" Montgomery of Kiln, Carolyn Adam of Bay St. Louis, Johnny and Charlene Ladner of Dedeaux; great-grandmother Birdie Mae Ladner; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins, and many special friends.
2 Dead After Crash In The Kiln
Posted Sep 13, 2008 @ www.wlox.com
Visitation begins at 7 p.m. Sept. 16 and will last through the night until 11:30 a.m. Sept. 17 Riemann Family Funeral Home at 9113 Kiln-DeLisle Road in Pass Christian. Recitation of the Rosary begins at 9:00 p.m.
The funeral procession will leave at 11:30 a.m. from the funeral home and end at Sacred Heart church for the burial Mass at noon Sept. 17. Burial will follow at the ME & D Family Cemetery.
Tanner was a life-long resident of Bay St. Louis and the Kiln. He was a senior at Hancock High School and a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church of Dedeaux.
Kiln teens killed in wreck
Posted Sept. 14, 2008 @ www.sunherald.com
Tanner was an active outdoorsman who especially loved four-wheel drives, hunting, fishing and 4-wheeling with his twin brother, Taylor, and friends that included Steven Hoda.
He was preceded in death by grandmother Mary Ellen Montgomery and grandfather Clayton Richard Adam.
He is survived by parents Brian "Hooty" and Laura Ladner Adam; brother Trevor and twin brother Taylor; grandparents Aubrey "Duper" Montgomery of Kiln, Carolyn Adam of Bay St. Louis, Johnny and Charlene Ladner of Dedeaux; great-grandmother Birdie Mae Ladner; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins, and many special friends.
2 Dead After Crash In The Kiln
Posted Sep 13, 2008 @ www.wlox.com
Visitation begins at 7 p.m. Sept. 16 and will last through the night until 11:30 a.m. Sept. 17 Riemann Family Funeral Home at 9113 Kiln-DeLisle Road in Pass Christian. Recitation of the Rosary begins at 9:00 p.m.
The funeral procession will leave at 11:30 a.m. from the funeral home and end at Sacred Heart church for the burial Mass at noon Sept. 17. Burial will follow at the ME & D Family Cemetery.
Thursday, September 11, 2008
Catherine Rebecca Hale
Catherine Rebecca Hale, 21, died Saturday, Sept. 6, 2008, in Biloxi. She was born Nov. 28, 1986.
She was a 2008 graduate of Harrison County Child Development Center and attended Mill Creek.
Catherine was preceded in death by her grandfather, Willie O'Connor, and great-grandmother Rebecca Reed Bradley. She is survived by her mother, Ruth E. Hale; grandmother Felice O'Connor; brothers William (Marilyn) Hale of Gulfport, Anthony M. Hale Sr. of Biloxi, Bradley R. Hale of Gulfport and Lonnie J. Hale of Biloxi; nephews Anthony M. Hale Jr. of Moultrie, Ga. , and Toran and Tevar Aultman of Biloxi; godmothers Stephanie Gray of Ocean Springs and Frances Thomas and Kathy Pickich of Biloxi; and five godsisters and two godbrothers.
The family extended special thanks to Biloxi Regional Medical Center; Dr. Richard Gorman and staff; Harrison County Child Development Center staff; Arnette Jackson; Lacresia Wilkey; Eddie Joe (Vonda) Lyons, Jr.; Audrey Robinson; First Missionary Baptist Church and everyone who touched her life.
Marshall Funeral Home handled burial arrangements that were held today, with visitation and funeral services at First Missionary Baptist Church. Burial was in Biloxi City Cemetary.
She was a 2008 graduate of Harrison County Child Development Center and attended Mill Creek.
Catherine was preceded in death by her grandfather, Willie O'Connor, and great-grandmother Rebecca Reed Bradley. She is survived by her mother, Ruth E. Hale; grandmother Felice O'Connor; brothers William (Marilyn) Hale of Gulfport, Anthony M. Hale Sr. of Biloxi, Bradley R. Hale of Gulfport and Lonnie J. Hale of Biloxi; nephews Anthony M. Hale Jr. of Moultrie, Ga. , and Toran and Tevar Aultman of Biloxi; godmothers Stephanie Gray of Ocean Springs and Frances Thomas and Kathy Pickich of Biloxi; and five godsisters and two godbrothers.
The family extended special thanks to Biloxi Regional Medical Center; Dr. Richard Gorman and staff; Harrison County Child Development Center staff; Arnette Jackson; Lacresia Wilkey; Eddie Joe (Vonda) Lyons, Jr.; Audrey Robinson; First Missionary Baptist Church and everyone who touched her life.
Marshall Funeral Home handled burial arrangements that were held today, with visitation and funeral services at First Missionary Baptist Church. Burial was in Biloxi City Cemetary.
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
Rivalries To Talk Big Game Over Breakfast
By Myya Robinson
Communications Director
Moss Point School District
MOSS POINT -- It’s known as one of the top high school football rivalries in Mississippi.
The Moss Point Tigers and the Pascagoula Panthers will go head to head for the traditional rivalry game Sept 12 at Dantzler Memorial Stadium in Moss Point. The game is one of the most anticipated in Jackson County every year.
This friendly competition sparked Moss Point to start a new tradition three years ago where the hosting team invites the other over to its neck of the woods for a special breakfast.
This year’s breakfast is scheduled for 9 a.m. Sept. 11 at Burnham Drugs in Downtown Moss Point.
Rivals trade barbs before big game
Communications Director
Moss Point School District
MOSS POINT -- It’s known as one of the top high school football rivalries in Mississippi.
The Moss Point Tigers and the Pascagoula Panthers will go head to head for the traditional rivalry game Sept 12 at Dantzler Memorial Stadium in Moss Point. The game is one of the most anticipated in Jackson County every year.
This friendly competition sparked Moss Point to start a new tradition three years ago where the hosting team invites the other over to its neck of the woods for a special breakfast.
This year’s breakfast is scheduled for 9 a.m. Sept. 11 at Burnham Drugs in Downtown Moss Point.
Rivals trade barbs before big game
Posted Saturday, Sept. 13, 2008 @ gulflive.com/themississippipress
The school district superintendent, high school principal, head football coach, and mayor from Moss Point and Pascagoula are slated to attend.
This is not your typical breakfast. Participants from both sides usually engage in “big talk” to say why their team is going to win this year.
The rivalry between Moss Point and Pascagoula is included in a new book, Y’all vs Us, which features the top 15 high school football rivalries in Mississippi.
The books will be on sale for $35 at Moss Point’s home gate.
Photos courtesy of pascagoula.net and the Moss Point School District
Monday, September 8, 2008
Ryder A. Hotalen
Ryder A. Hotalen, 5 months, died Monday, Sept. 1, 2008.
He is survived by parents Chad and Shannon Hotalen, brothers Hunter and Graham, and a host of other family members.
A memorial service was held Sept. 6 at Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Boulevard Chapel, with the Rev. Tim Robertson officiating. A private burial was held at Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens in Suffolk, Va.
The family asked that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to “First Candle” at www.firstcandle.org. First Candle was formerly known as SIDS, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Alliance.
He is survived by parents Chad and Shannon Hotalen, brothers Hunter and Graham, and a host of other family members.
A memorial service was held Sept. 6 at Sturtevant Funeral Home, Portsmouth Boulevard Chapel, with the Rev. Tim Robertson officiating. A private burial was held at Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens in Suffolk, Va.
The family asked that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to “First Candle” at www.firstcandle.org. First Candle was formerly known as SIDS, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Alliance.
Sunday, September 7, 2008
Nicholas Clayton Woods
Nicholas Clayton Woods, 16, died Saturday, Sept. 6. 2008. He was born Dec. 14, 1991, in Pascagoula.
Nick was a junior at St. Martin High School in the St. Martin community, and enjoyed riding dirt bikes, fishing and golfing. He attended Calvary Baptist Church in Pascagoula.
St. Martin Student Dies in Accident
Posted Sunday, Sept. 07, 2008 @ gulflive.com/the mississippi press
He was preceded in death by paternal great-grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Pete Schlautman; maternal great-grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Eugene R. Smith and William Howard Pope Sr.
He is survived by Pascagoula residents who include his parents, Michael and Leigh Ann Woods of Pascagoula; sisters Caroline Woods and Allison Woods; paternal grandparents Charles and Joann Woods; and maternal grandparents Bill and Diane Pope.
Survivors also include paternal great-grandparents Otis and Pearl Woods of Kiln, Miss; maternal great-grandmother Lela G. Pope of Agricola; uncles and aunts Marcy McKee (Tom), Theresa Pintea (Mitchell), Annalisa Franklin (Joe), Jodi Gasaway (Tony), Dana Woods, Billy Pope (Jennifer), Mark Pope (Dawn) Scott Holliday (Robbie), Melissa Courville, Mike Pope, and Tifiney Pope; and numerous cousins and friends.
Teen dies as car flips
Posted Sunday, Sept. 07, 2008 @ www.sunherald.com
Visitation will be Sept. 8 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church in Pascagoula. Funeral services will be Sept. 9 at 2 p.m. at the church with the Rev. Chris Carter officiating.
Pallbearers will be Billy Pope, Scott Holliday, Mark Pope, Joe Franklin, Tony Gasaway and Tommy McKee. Honorary pallbearers will be Austin Hill, Logan White, Jacob Reeves and Kyle Bryant.
Interment will follow at Jackson County Memorial Park in Pascagoula. Residents may sign an online registration at http://www.obryant-okeefe.com/
Nick was a junior at St. Martin High School in the St. Martin community, and enjoyed riding dirt bikes, fishing and golfing. He attended Calvary Baptist Church in Pascagoula.
St. Martin Student Dies in Accident
Posted Sunday, Sept. 07, 2008 @ gulflive.com/the mississippi press
He was preceded in death by paternal great-grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Pete Schlautman; maternal great-grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Eugene R. Smith and William Howard Pope Sr.
He is survived by Pascagoula residents who include his parents, Michael and Leigh Ann Woods of Pascagoula; sisters Caroline Woods and Allison Woods; paternal grandparents Charles and Joann Woods; and maternal grandparents Bill and Diane Pope.
Survivors also include paternal great-grandparents Otis and Pearl Woods of Kiln, Miss; maternal great-grandmother Lela G. Pope of Agricola; uncles and aunts Marcy McKee (Tom), Theresa Pintea (Mitchell), Annalisa Franklin (Joe), Jodi Gasaway (Tony), Dana Woods, Billy Pope (Jennifer), Mark Pope (Dawn) Scott Holliday (Robbie), Melissa Courville, Mike Pope, and Tifiney Pope; and numerous cousins and friends.
Teen dies as car flips
Posted Sunday, Sept. 07, 2008 @ www.sunherald.com
Visitation will be Sept. 8 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church in Pascagoula. Funeral services will be Sept. 9 at 2 p.m. at the church with the Rev. Chris Carter officiating.
Pallbearers will be Billy Pope, Scott Holliday, Mark Pope, Joe Franklin, Tony Gasaway and Tommy McKee. Honorary pallbearers will be Austin Hill, Logan White, Jacob Reeves and Kyle Bryant.
Interment will follow at Jackson County Memorial Park in Pascagoula. Residents may sign an online registration at http://www.obryant-okeefe.com/
CANDY Receives Grant to Purchase Car Seats
United Way of Jackson and George Counties last week gave Citizens Against Needless Death in Youth one of several Community Impact Grants presented to non-profit groups.
CANDY received $943 to replace 23 car seats.
CANDY's mission is to promote through educational awareness programs activities and community service the prevention of needless death and injuries suffered by children.
United Way begins fundraising
Posted Sept. 5, 2008 @ The Mississippi Press
The grant was presented Sept. 4 during United Way's kickoff luncheon for the 2008 fundraising campaign. The agency supports 23 other non-profits, and aims to raise $2 million this year.
CANDY received $943 to replace 23 car seats.
CANDY's mission is to promote through educational awareness programs activities and community service the prevention of needless death and injuries suffered by children.
United Way begins fundraising
Posted Sept. 5, 2008 @ The Mississippi Press
The grant was presented Sept. 4 during United Way's kickoff luncheon for the 2008 fundraising campaign. The agency supports 23 other non-profits, and aims to raise $2 million this year.
Elena Ramos Robinson
“Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them; for of such is the kingdom of heaven.” -- Jesus Christ
Infant Elena Ramos Robinson, daughter of Levi and Maria Ramos-Robinson, died Thursday, July 3, 2008, in Mobile, Ala.
Elena is also survived by grandparents Michael and Mary Partrick and Pastor and Elenita Ramos, uncle Pastor Ramos Jr; cousin Gavriella Ramos, and godmother Teri Breeland.
A graveside service was held July 8 at Biloxi National Cemetery.
Arrangements were by Riemann Family Funeral Home in Gulfport, where obituary was viewed and a guest book signed at www.riemannfamily.com
Infant Elena Ramos Robinson, daughter of Levi and Maria Ramos-Robinson, died Thursday, July 3, 2008, in Mobile, Ala.
Elena is also survived by grandparents Michael and Mary Partrick and Pastor and Elenita Ramos, uncle Pastor Ramos Jr; cousin Gavriella Ramos, and godmother Teri Breeland.
A graveside service was held July 8 at Biloxi National Cemetery.
Arrangements were by Riemann Family Funeral Home in Gulfport, where obituary was viewed and a guest book signed at www.riemannfamily.com
Jena Cecile Peterman
This summer the family of Jena Cecile Peterman remembered her birthday, July 3, 1985, with a poem. Jena died Feb. 24, 2005, and will be forever loved and missed by her parents and sister Jana.
They also presented the third annual Jena C. Peterman Memorial Scholarship on May 12, 2008.
“Loved with a love beyond all telling,
Missed with a grief beyond all tears,
To the world she was just one,
To us she was all the world."
They also presented the third annual Jena C. Peterman Memorial Scholarship on May 12, 2008.
“Loved with a love beyond all telling,
Missed with a grief beyond all tears,
To the world she was just one,
To us she was all the world."
Eric Edward Banas
Eric Edward Banas, 20, of Moss Point died June 23, 2008. He was born Oct. 4, 1987, in Johnston City, N.Y.
Eric graduated in 2006 from Keystone National in Pennsylvania. He was employed at Northrop Grumman Ship Systems in Pascagoula and was a student at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. He was a member of Riverside Baptist Church in Pascagoula.
He is survived by his wife, Kayla Banas of Moss Point; parents Dr. Edward Banas and Charlotte Banas, and sister Natalie Banas, all of Vancleave, and numerous other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were private, and handled by O'Bryant-O'Keefe Funeral Home, where an online register was viewed and signed at http://www.obryantokeefe.com/
Eric graduated in 2006 from Keystone National in Pennsylvania. He was employed at Northrop Grumman Ship Systems in Pascagoula and was a student at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. He was a member of Riverside Baptist Church in Pascagoula.
He is survived by his wife, Kayla Banas of Moss Point; parents Dr. Edward Banas and Charlotte Banas, and sister Natalie Banas, all of Vancleave, and numerous other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were private, and handled by O'Bryant-O'Keefe Funeral Home, where an online register was viewed and signed at http://www.obryantokeefe.com/
Ashton Morgan Ford
Ashton Morgan Ford, 17, died June 21, 2008, in Gonzales, La., during a vehicle wreck.
She leaves her mother and stepfather, Bertha and Tim Watts of Gonzales; father Morgan Ford, formerly of Long Beach; grandparents, numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
FAMILY MEMORIES: She was a bright light in a dark world and will be sorely missed by her loving family.
Ourso Funeral Home in Gonzales, La., handled service arrangements.
Saturday, September 6, 2008
Tristan Paul Prejean
Tristan Paul Prejean, 24, of Assumption Parish, La., died June 20, 2008.
He is survived by parents Ricky and Taryn Tague Prejean; sister Tarie Prejean, godchild Tyrie Prejean; grandparents Raymond Prejean Sr. and Mary Jane Prejean of Paincourtville, La.; Joseph and Elizabeth Tague of Waveland.
A visitation was held June 25 and June 26 at Landry's Funeral Home, Napoleonville, La. A Mass of Christian burial was held June 26 in Paincourtville, La.
Another memorial service was held in Bay St. Louis on June 29 at Jack's Restaurant.
Landry's Funeral Home Inc. was in charge of arrangements.
He is survived by parents Ricky and Taryn Tague Prejean; sister Tarie Prejean, godchild Tyrie Prejean; grandparents Raymond Prejean Sr. and Mary Jane Prejean of Paincourtville, La.; Joseph and Elizabeth Tague of Waveland.
A visitation was held June 25 and June 26 at Landry's Funeral Home, Napoleonville, La. A Mass of Christian burial was held June 26 in Paincourtville, La.
Another memorial service was held in Bay St. Louis on June 29 at Jack's Restaurant.
Landry's Funeral Home Inc. was in charge of arrangements.
Thursday, September 4, 2008
Lewis Randal Zehner Jr.
Lewis Randal "Man Man" Zehner Jr., 20, of Leakesville died Aug. 27, 2008.
Services were handled by Freeman Funeral Home of Leakesville.
Services were handled by Freeman Funeral Home of Leakesville.
Schools reopen following Hurricane Gustav
Communications Director Myya Robinson
Schools across South Mississippi opened Wednesday and Thursday following storm preparation and evacuation for Hurricane Gustav, which did not cause major damage in the three coastal counties.The 2008 summer season's seventh named tropical storm/hurricane made landfall as a Category 2 storm Sept. 1 about 70 miles west of New Orleans, which had evacuated about 1.9 million residents.
Communications Director Myya Robinson with the Moss Point School District on Aug. 30 announced precautionary measures to have schools remain closed Tuesday. Classes resumed Wednesday along with other districts in Jackson and Harrison counties.
All educational districts in Hancock County are set to reopen today.
Myya Robinson may be reached at 228-474-3399.
Evacuation hiatus
MemoriesAlways was on evacuation hiatus from Aug. 30 until today for Hurricane Gustav, which made landfall Sept. 1 in Louisiana.
Friday, August 29, 2008
Children Only 2 Percent of Katrina Death Toll
By MemoriesAlways Staff
PASCAGOULA -- Only 2 percent of the estimated 1,000 people who died during Hurricane Katrina and its related accidents and injuries were under 18 years old, according to a new report released this week.
Media outlets published the report a day before Gulf Coast residents marked the third anniversay of Katrina on today.
The report said that nearly half those who died in Mississippi, Louisiana and Alabama were over 75 years old. Most died the morning Katrina hit the Gulf Coast - Aug. 29, 2005. The eye came in near Waveland and Bay St. Louis, Miss., almost wiping the small towns from the shoreline.
New Report Released On Hurricane Katrina Deaths
Posted Thursday, Aug. 28, 2008@ www.wkrg.com
Residents in New Orleans and cities in Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama held community events Friday to remember the day Katrina came ashore, and to commemorate the lives of those lost during the worst natural disaster in the history of the United States.
Federal, state and municipal officials and residents along the coastline of west Alabama to southern Texas have spent the last week monitoring Tropical Storm/Hurricane Gustav, which now has killed about 60 people in Haiti and the Dominican Republic. They are making preparations for shelter or to evacuate, and hoping Gustav is not a repeat of Hurricane Katrina.
3 years after Katrina, new study focuses on death toll in elderly, drowning leading cause
Posted Aug. 28, 2008 @ www.newsday.com
Gov. Haley Barbour declared a state of emergency in South Mississippi on Thursday and extended that emergency to the entire state on Friday, Aug. 29, according to state officials.
Hurricane Gustav is expected to make landfall Tuesday, Sept. 2.
PASCAGOULA -- Only 2 percent of the estimated 1,000 people who died during Hurricane Katrina and its related accidents and injuries were under 18 years old, according to a new report released this week.
Media outlets published the report a day before Gulf Coast residents marked the third anniversay of Katrina on today.
The report said that nearly half those who died in Mississippi, Louisiana and Alabama were over 75 years old. Most died the morning Katrina hit the Gulf Coast - Aug. 29, 2005. The eye came in near Waveland and Bay St. Louis, Miss., almost wiping the small towns from the shoreline.
New Report Released On Hurricane Katrina Deaths
Posted Thursday, Aug. 28, 2008@ www.wkrg.com
Residents in New Orleans and cities in Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama held community events Friday to remember the day Katrina came ashore, and to commemorate the lives of those lost during the worst natural disaster in the history of the United States.
Federal, state and municipal officials and residents along the coastline of west Alabama to southern Texas have spent the last week monitoring Tropical Storm/Hurricane Gustav, which now has killed about 60 people in Haiti and the Dominican Republic. They are making preparations for shelter or to evacuate, and hoping Gustav is not a repeat of Hurricane Katrina.
3 years after Katrina, new study focuses on death toll in elderly, drowning leading cause
Posted Aug. 28, 2008 @ www.newsday.com
Gov. Haley Barbour declared a state of emergency in South Mississippi on Thursday and extended that emergency to the entire state on Friday, Aug. 29, according to state officials.
Hurricane Gustav is expected to make landfall Tuesday, Sept. 2.
School Districts Wait for Direction of Gustav
Superintendent Wayne Rodolfich
By MemoriesAlways Staff
PASCAGOULA -- Jackson County supervisors declared a state of emergency today based on projected forecasts of Hurricane Gustav making landfall somewhere near New Orleans. County buildings were closed but employee work hours continued as normal.
Government workers and numerous businesses are scheduled to be off work for Labor Day, Sept. 1, regardless of emergency warnings.
Spokeswoman Debbie Anglin on Friday, Aug. 29, said Superintendent Wayne Rodofich has made no decision about dismissal of the Pascagoula School District because Hurricane Gustav is too far away to be certain of its direction once it enters warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Any announcement possibly would be made on Sunday, she said.
Anglin also said all school superintendents from Hattiesburg southward participated in a teleconference Friday afternoon with State Superintendent Hank Bounds.
"Everybody is in a wait-and-see mode right now. We just don't know," she said.
PASCAGOULA -- Jackson County supervisors declared a state of emergency today based on projected forecasts of Hurricane Gustav making landfall somewhere near New Orleans. County buildings were closed but employee work hours continued as normal.
Government workers and numerous businesses are scheduled to be off work for Labor Day, Sept. 1, regardless of emergency warnings.
Spokeswoman Debbie Anglin on Friday, Aug. 29, said Superintendent Wayne Rodofich has made no decision about dismissal of the Pascagoula School District because Hurricane Gustav is too far away to be certain of its direction once it enters warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Any announcement possibly would be made on Sunday, she said.
Anglin also said all school superintendents from Hattiesburg southward participated in a teleconference Friday afternoon with State Superintendent Hank Bounds.
"Everybody is in a wait-and-see mode right now. We just don't know," she said.
Thursday, August 28, 2008
School, County Officials Talk Preparations For Gustav
Governor Issues State Of Emergency Ahead Of Gustav (article/video)
Posted Aug. 28, 2008 @ www.wlox.com
Miss. governor declares emergency before Gustav
Posted Thursday, Aug. 28, 2008 @ www.sunherald.com
Communications Director Debbie Anglin on Thursday said Jackson County and Pascagoula School District officials would make a decision Friday, Aug. 29, about what to do in preparation for Tropical Storm Gustav, which is expected to become a hurricane once it enters the Gulf of Mexico by this weekend.
Pascagoula under a state of emergency
Thursday, Aug. 28, 2008 @ http://www.sunherald.com/
The storm, which already has killed about 23 people in Haiti and the Dominican Republic, is expected to reach Category 3 strength before making landfall. Right now, the project path is aimed at New Orleans.
Ocean Springs to hold emergency meeting at 3 p.m.
Posted Thursday, Aug. 28, 2008 @ www.sunherald.com
School and county officials met Thursday, Aug. 28, at the Emergency Operations building to discuss what needs to be done to protect students countywide.
Gautier urges citizens to watch weather alerts
Posted Aug. 28, 2008 @ www.sunherald.com
Moss Point continues preparations and plans for storm response
Posted Friday, Aug. 29, 2008 @ www.sunherald.com
Posted Aug. 28, 2008 @ www.wlox.com
Miss. governor declares emergency before Gustav
Posted Thursday, Aug. 28, 2008 @ www.sunherald.com
Communications Director Debbie Anglin on Thursday said Jackson County and Pascagoula School District officials would make a decision Friday, Aug. 29, about what to do in preparation for Tropical Storm Gustav, which is expected to become a hurricane once it enters the Gulf of Mexico by this weekend.
Pascagoula under a state of emergency
Thursday, Aug. 28, 2008 @ http://www.sunherald.com/
The storm, which already has killed about 23 people in Haiti and the Dominican Republic, is expected to reach Category 3 strength before making landfall. Right now, the project path is aimed at New Orleans.
Ocean Springs to hold emergency meeting at 3 p.m.
Posted Thursday, Aug. 28, 2008 @ www.sunherald.com
School and county officials met Thursday, Aug. 28, at the Emergency Operations building to discuss what needs to be done to protect students countywide.
Gautier urges citizens to watch weather alerts
Posted Aug. 28, 2008 @ www.sunherald.com
Moss Point continues preparations and plans for storm response
Posted Friday, Aug. 29, 2008 @ www.sunherald.com
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Gustav -- Which Way Will He Go?
Residents Prepare for Potential Replay of Katrina
SOUTH MISSISSIPPI -- Tropical Storm Gustav has killed about 22 people in Haiti since forming late Monday night.
On the eve of the third anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, South Mississippi residents are preparing well ahead of what could possibly turn into -- we all hope not -- a replay of Aug. 29, 2005.
Residents already are buying extra groceries and other hurricane supplies, including generators, batteries, etc. Hotel rooms well north of coastal counties have been reserved for the coming week, according to media reports.
Hurricane tracking agencies have Gustav on a beeline to New Orleans, the same predicted path of Katrina before she took an eastward turn toward Mississippi. Still, meterologists and hurricane officials have said it is too early to determine exactly where Gustav will go.
Gustav is the second tropical storm and expected hurricane directed at South Mississippi this 2008 summer season and within the past week. Possible landfall is projected for the Gulf Coast area extending from south Florida to Texas and Mexico.
SOUTH MISSISSIPPI -- Tropical Storm Gustav has killed about 22 people in Haiti since forming late Monday night.
On the eve of the third anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, South Mississippi residents are preparing well ahead of what could possibly turn into -- we all hope not -- a replay of Aug. 29, 2005.
Residents already are buying extra groceries and other hurricane supplies, including generators, batteries, etc. Hotel rooms well north of coastal counties have been reserved for the coming week, according to media reports.
Hurricane tracking agencies have Gustav on a beeline to New Orleans, the same predicted path of Katrina before she took an eastward turn toward Mississippi. Still, meterologists and hurricane officials have said it is too early to determine exactly where Gustav will go.
Gustav is the second tropical storm and expected hurricane directed at South Mississippi this 2008 summer season and within the past week. Possible landfall is projected for the Gulf Coast area extending from south Florida to Texas and Mexico.
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
What is Meningitis?
What is Meningitis?
Meningitis is inflamation of the membranes enclosing the brain and spinal cord. It is usually a bacterial disease marked by these characteristics. -- Courtesy of Merriam-Webster Dictionary
Biloxi Student Has Viral Meningitis
SUN HERALD (Aug. 25) @ www.sunherald.com
BILOXI -- A student at Biloxi Junior High School has been diagnosed with viral meningitis, district officials said Monday. ...
Question: What is Viral Meningitis?
Posted at backandneck.about.com
Of the two types of spinal meningitis, viral meningitis is the easier and less damaging.
Answer: Viral meningitisis an infection to the membranes and fluids of the brain.
Viral meningitis is the most common type of meningitis, causing between 25,000 and 50,000 hospital visits per year, according to the Center for Disease Control. Generally bouts of viral meningitis last between a week and 10 days, and tend to resolve on their own. Doctors recommend treating viral meningitis just as you would a flu, i.e.:
1. bed rest
2. drink lots of fluids
3. take medicine for fever and headache
About 90% of viral meningitis cases are caused by the enterovirus. The enterovirus is especially active in the summer and early fall. Yes, viral meningitis (and bacterial meningitis) is (are) contagious.
Viral meningitis is also caused by the mumps and the herpes virus.
Meningitis is inflamation of the membranes enclosing the brain and spinal cord. It is usually a bacterial disease marked by these characteristics. -- Courtesy of Merriam-Webster Dictionary
Biloxi Student Has Viral Meningitis
SUN HERALD (Aug. 25) @ www.sunherald.com
BILOXI -- A student at Biloxi Junior High School has been diagnosed with viral meningitis, district officials said Monday. ...
Question: What is Viral Meningitis?
Posted at backandneck.about.com
Of the two types of spinal meningitis, viral meningitis is the easier and less damaging.
Answer: Viral meningitisis an infection to the membranes and fluids of the brain.
Viral meningitis is the most common type of meningitis, causing between 25,000 and 50,000 hospital visits per year, according to the Center for Disease Control. Generally bouts of viral meningitis last between a week and 10 days, and tend to resolve on their own. Doctors recommend treating viral meningitis just as you would a flu, i.e.:
1. bed rest
2. drink lots of fluids
3. take medicine for fever and headache
About 90% of viral meningitis cases are caused by the enterovirus. The enterovirus is especially active in the summer and early fall. Yes, viral meningitis (and bacterial meningitis) is (are) contagious.
Viral meningitis is also caused by the mumps and the herpes virus.
Fay Brings Needed Rains, Deadly Flooding
By Memories Always Staff
GULF COAST -- After causing 13 deaths from flooding in the Caribbean, Georgia and Florida, Tropical Storm Fay was downgraded to a tropical depression Saturday, Aug. 23, before reaching South Mississippi.
Heavy rains fell late into Sunday night and early Monday morning. Fay also dumped torrential rains on Alabama and Louisiana for the remainder of Monday.
The storm had crossed the Dominican Republic, Haiti and Cuba, killing several people. The rainmaker earned the moniker “Fickle Fay” as it hit the Florida Keys, zigzagged back and forth between land, the Gulf Coast and Atlantic Ocean to hit Georgia, as well as the peninsula state four separate times.
The rains were much needed in northern Florida, and Fay's remnant will provide water needed also in drought areas of north Alabama, Tennessee, North Carolina, Virginia and other states.
As the storm headed toward South Mississippi, an emergency shelter was opened at the Gautier Convention Center as a precaution for residents seeking safety from flooding in low-lying areas across Jackson County.
Since then, Tropical Storm Gustav formed late Monday in the Caribbean. Weather officials are watching its track closely as it heads today for Haiti and Cuba.
Gustav has become a Category 1 hurricane and is expected to reach Category 3 by the time it enters the Gulf of Mexico by Sunday or around Labor Day on Sept. 1.
GULF COAST -- After causing 13 deaths from flooding in the Caribbean, Georgia and Florida, Tropical Storm Fay was downgraded to a tropical depression Saturday, Aug. 23, before reaching South Mississippi.
Heavy rains fell late into Sunday night and early Monday morning. Fay also dumped torrential rains on Alabama and Louisiana for the remainder of Monday.
The storm had crossed the Dominican Republic, Haiti and Cuba, killing several people. The rainmaker earned the moniker “Fickle Fay” as it hit the Florida Keys, zigzagged back and forth between land, the Gulf Coast and Atlantic Ocean to hit Georgia, as well as the peninsula state four separate times.
The rains were much needed in northern Florida, and Fay's remnant will provide water needed also in drought areas of north Alabama, Tennessee, North Carolina, Virginia and other states.
As the storm headed toward South Mississippi, an emergency shelter was opened at the Gautier Convention Center as a precaution for residents seeking safety from flooding in low-lying areas across Jackson County.
Since then, Tropical Storm Gustav formed late Monday in the Caribbean. Weather officials are watching its track closely as it heads today for Haiti and Cuba.
Gustav has become a Category 1 hurricane and is expected to reach Category 3 by the time it enters the Gulf of Mexico by Sunday or around Labor Day on Sept. 1.
Barfield Sentenced to 20 Years for Talley's Death
Former Boyfriend Says Killing Was An Accident, But Teenager's Mother Does Not Believe Him
By Memories Always Staff
Tiffany Talley's former boyfriend was sentenced Monday, Aug. 25, to 20 years in prison for her shooting death nearly two years ago. He was convicted of manslaughter in July.
Jonathan Barfield of Gulfport still maintained that the killing was accidental, though during his trial friends and co-workers of Talley quoted the 17-year-old girl as saying Barfield was abusive and had threatened to kill her
He reportedly apologized to Talley's family during the sentencing on Monday.
Barfield Gets 20 Years for Gulfport Teen's Death
Posted Aug. 25, 2008 @ www.wlox.com
Talley, honor student and standout basketball player at Gulfport High, died Dec. 27, 2006, while visiting Barfield's trailer at a FEMA park to return some of his belongings.
Ursula Lawton, Tiffany's mother, and the teenager's siblings told a reporter with WLOX TV-13 that they are still hurt about the death, and think the sentence is not enough. The mother does not believe Barfield is remorseful about her daughter's death.
Barfield gets 20 years for killing ex-girlfriend
Posted Aug. 25, 2008 @ www.sunherald.com
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Family and police photographs @ www.wlox.com
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
"Lil" Jerry Wilson Memorial
Jerry and Renee Wilson recently observed the birthday of their son, Jerry Jerrell "Lil Jerry" Wilson. They will mark the one-year anniversary of his death Sept. 18.
A LIFETIME OF ACCOMPLISHMENTS
" And I said, Oh that I has wings like a dove, for then I would fly away and be at rest." Psalm 55.6
Jerry Jerrel Wilson, 19, died Sept. 18, 2007, in Mobile, Ala. He was born Aug. 10, 1988.
He is survived by his parents, Jerry and Renee Wilson of Pascagoula. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, James Wilson Jr. and Dessie B. Wilson.
An avid sportsman from age 4, “Lil” Jerry played t-ball, basketball and baseball, and was a member of the All-Star Baseball team for several years. He also was a representative of the State of Mississippi Baseball Championship games in 1998 and 2001.
An honor student, he received highest achievement awards in science, English, math computer discovery and other subjects. He was recognized for perfect attendance and was a Principal's List and Superintendent’s List student throughout his school years.
Wilson was a 2006 graduate of Pascagoula High with highest honors and received several scholarships. He was in his second year at University of South Alabama in Mobile, studying physical therapy.
Jerry and Renee always admonished "Lil" Jerry to put God first in his life and to remember 'if God be for you who could be against you?' Those who forever cherish his life, love and legacy:
His parents, sisters Valencia Durr Wilson of Picayune and Kinyatta Wilson of Houston, Texas; one niece Jada Jackson of Dallas, Texas; grandparents Robert and Myrtis Middleton of Moss Point and Oteria Boyce of Pascagoula; a host of uncles, aunts, great-uncles, great-aunts, cousins and many friends, including special friend Lanyia Evans of Escatawpa and friends Travis Rosado, Donald Ray Gibson and Terrel Wills.
Visitation and funeral services were Sept. 22 at the Church of the Living God on Telephone Road in Pascagoula, officiated by Elder Matthew Townsend. Burial was at Machpelah Cemetery in Pascagoula.
Arrangements were made by Millender's Funeral Home in Moss Point. An online registry was signed at http://www.millenders.com/
Saturday, August 16, 2008
John Paul Moline III
John Paul Moline III, 20, of Sorrento, Fla., died Monday, June 16, 2008, at his residence. Born Sept. 8, 1987, he was employed with Sprint.
John is survived by his mother, Beverly Ione Moline of Gulfport; father Stephen Kyle Moline of Sorrento; sister Riane J. Ragno of Gulfport; maternal grandparents Robert and Vivian Ragno of Moss Point; paternal grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Moline of Arizona; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, other family and many friends.
A graveside celebration of life service was held June 25 at Serene Memorial Gardens Cemetery in the Escatawpa community. The Rev. Leonard Miller officiated.
In lieu of flowers, the family requested donations in John's memory to the American Diabetes Association.
An online guestbook was viewed and signed at CoastalFuneralHome.net.
Arrangements were handled by Coastal Funeral Home and Cremations, 12800 Mississippi 613, Moss Point, MS 475-7705.
John is survived by his mother, Beverly Ione Moline of Gulfport; father Stephen Kyle Moline of Sorrento; sister Riane J. Ragno of Gulfport; maternal grandparents Robert and Vivian Ragno of Moss Point; paternal grandparents Mr. and Mrs. Moline of Arizona; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, other family and many friends.
A graveside celebration of life service was held June 25 at Serene Memorial Gardens Cemetery in the Escatawpa community. The Rev. Leonard Miller officiated.
In lieu of flowers, the family requested donations in John's memory to the American Diabetes Association.
An online guestbook was viewed and signed at CoastalFuneralHome.net.
Arrangements were handled by Coastal Funeral Home and Cremations, 12800 Mississippi 613, Moss Point, MS 475-7705.
Thursday, August 14, 2008
Qualan Alexander Evans
Qualan Alexander Evans, 13, of Gulfport died June 14, 2008, in Nashville, Tenn. He was born Sept. 1, 1994, one of triplet brothers, to Lance Leon Evans Sr. and Patsy Ann Evans of Gulfport.
He had attended Lyman and Orange Grove elementary schools, and North Gulfport Seventh and Eighth Grade School. He was a member of Lyman Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses.
Qualan was preceded in death by his grandfather, Arthur Junior Carr.
Survivors include his parents, brothers Lance Leon Evans Jr. (Shaun) of Clarksville, Tenn, Julius Earl Evans (Vanessa), Justin Patrick Evans (Whitney), remaining triplets Quace Alexander Evans and Quint Alexander Evans, all of Gulfport; sisters Chereen Ya'Lonica Evans and Ariel Sa'Von Evans, both of Gulfport;
Paternal grandmother Irene Evans of Atoka, Tenn., maternal grandmother Betty Carr of Gulfport; step-grandmother Betty Brimmage Carr;
Aunts Ann Randolph of Flint, Mich., Karen Evans, Gwen Evans, Betty Evans, and Deena Evans, all of Forth Worth, Texas, Jennifer Patton, Jacqueline Williams (Kirby), and Margie Evans, all of Gulfport, Debra Carr (daughter Donae) of Houston, Texas;
Uncles Benny Ray Evans (Roberta) of Atoka, James Evans (Mickey), Thomas Evans of Gulfport, Jeffrey Carr (Patricia) and Dwight Carr of Gulfport;
Nephews De'Ron, De'Shon, Xavier E., Dillon, Denzel, Jayden, Johnny-Xavier, and James; nieces Deja', Taylor, Dayshia and Julie; and a host of cousins, relatives and friends.
Visitation and funeral service were June 18 at Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home on O'Neal Road in Gulfport. Internment followed at Biloxi National Cemetery.
Residents viewed and signed a register book at www.bradfordokeefe.com
He had attended Lyman and Orange Grove elementary schools, and North Gulfport Seventh and Eighth Grade School. He was a member of Lyman Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses.
Qualan was preceded in death by his grandfather, Arthur Junior Carr.
Survivors include his parents, brothers Lance Leon Evans Jr. (Shaun) of Clarksville, Tenn, Julius Earl Evans (Vanessa), Justin Patrick Evans (Whitney), remaining triplets Quace Alexander Evans and Quint Alexander Evans, all of Gulfport; sisters Chereen Ya'Lonica Evans and Ariel Sa'Von Evans, both of Gulfport;
Paternal grandmother Irene Evans of Atoka, Tenn., maternal grandmother Betty Carr of Gulfport; step-grandmother Betty Brimmage Carr;
Aunts Ann Randolph of Flint, Mich., Karen Evans, Gwen Evans, Betty Evans, and Deena Evans, all of Forth Worth, Texas, Jennifer Patton, Jacqueline Williams (Kirby), and Margie Evans, all of Gulfport, Debra Carr (daughter Donae) of Houston, Texas;
Uncles Benny Ray Evans (Roberta) of Atoka, James Evans (Mickey), Thomas Evans of Gulfport, Jeffrey Carr (Patricia) and Dwight Carr of Gulfport;
Nephews De'Ron, De'Shon, Xavier E., Dillon, Denzel, Jayden, Johnny-Xavier, and James; nieces Deja', Taylor, Dayshia and Julie; and a host of cousins, relatives and friends.
Visitation and funeral service were June 18 at Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home on O'Neal Road in Gulfport. Internment followed at Biloxi National Cemetery.
Residents viewed and signed a register book at www.bradfordokeefe.com
Noah E. Trochesset
Noah E. Trochesset, infant, died Wednesday, June 11, 2008.
Visitation and funeral services were June 14 at Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd.
Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home handled service arrangements.
Visitation and funeral services were June 14 at Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd.
Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home handled service arrangements.
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
Preventing Youth Suicide
Attorney General Offers Resource for Preventing Youth Suicide
Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2008
Contact: Jan Schaefer
Public Information Officer
601-359-2002
jscha@ago.state.ms.us
JACKSON -- Mississippi parents have a new resource now available to them addressing important prevention information on youth suicide, courtesy of Attorney General Jim Hood.
The Office of Attorney General, through its Crime Prevention & Victim Services Division, has compiled a brochure for parents called “Youth Suicide: What Parents Should Know.”
The resource provides statistics on youth suicide, outlines the signs a young person may be considering suicide, and lets parents know what they can do if they suspect their child is contemplating suicide.
Suicide is the third leading cause of death among young people ages 15 to 24, the second leading cause of death for college students and the fourth leading cause of death for children ages 10 to 14. A 2007 national survey indicated that 15% of high school students in Mississippi reported that they had seriously considered attempting suicide.
“The facts about youth suicide are absolutely frightening,” said Attorney General Jim Hood. “I was shocked that the statistics are so high and the resources are so low that I felt compelled to compile some information that I felt parents needed to know.
"This is one of those issues that we can’t resolve after the fact. Prevention and education are key. That’s why I am honored to join other attorneys general across the nation in supporting the work of organizations such as The Jason Foundation to provide programs for youth, those who work with youth, educators and parents to prevent youth suicide.”
Copies of the brochure can be obtained by calling the Office of the Attorney General at 1-800-829-6766, or by visiting http://www.agjimhood.com/ and clicking on “AGO Publications” or “Featured Brochures” links.
NOTE: Attorney General Jim Hood was available to discuss this new resource today at the First Annual Mississippi Youth Suicide Prevention Workshop at the JSU e-Center, 1230 Raymond Road, Jackson, MS.
Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2008
Contact: Jan Schaefer
Public Information Officer
601-359-2002
jscha@ago.state.ms.us
JACKSON -- Mississippi parents have a new resource now available to them addressing important prevention information on youth suicide, courtesy of Attorney General Jim Hood.
The Office of Attorney General, through its Crime Prevention & Victim Services Division, has compiled a brochure for parents called “Youth Suicide: What Parents Should Know.”
The resource provides statistics on youth suicide, outlines the signs a young person may be considering suicide, and lets parents know what they can do if they suspect their child is contemplating suicide.
Suicide is the third leading cause of death among young people ages 15 to 24, the second leading cause of death for college students and the fourth leading cause of death for children ages 10 to 14. A 2007 national survey indicated that 15% of high school students in Mississippi reported that they had seriously considered attempting suicide.
“The facts about youth suicide are absolutely frightening,” said Attorney General Jim Hood. “I was shocked that the statistics are so high and the resources are so low that I felt compelled to compile some information that I felt parents needed to know.
"This is one of those issues that we can’t resolve after the fact. Prevention and education are key. That’s why I am honored to join other attorneys general across the nation in supporting the work of organizations such as The Jason Foundation to provide programs for youth, those who work with youth, educators and parents to prevent youth suicide.”
Copies of the brochure can be obtained by calling the Office of the Attorney General at 1-800-829-6766, or by visiting http://www.agjimhood.com/ and clicking on “AGO Publications” or “Featured Brochures” links.
NOTE: Attorney General Jim Hood was available to discuss this new resource today at the First Annual Mississippi Youth Suicide Prevention Workshop at the JSU e-Center, 1230 Raymond Road, Jackson, MS.
Friday, August 8, 2008
Birthday memorial/scholarship -- Kiara Iman Pearse
Parents promote seat beat safety
Notable: June 12, 1989 – Birthday of Kiara Iman Pearse, who was 17 when she died Nov. 14, 2006, in a vehicle accident on U.S. 49 in Gulfport.
She was driving herself and her younger brother, Brian Jameel, to school at Harrison Central High. Jameel,15, also suffered fatal injuries when the car flipped on the highway.
Their parents, Brian and Yvette Pearse of Gulfport, started a campaign promoting seat beat safety among students. In May 2007 and this spring, the Pearses awarded four $500 scholarships to Harrison County high school graduates attending college, university or trade school.
When appropriate, students may submit applications to K&J Foundation, P.O. Box 1686, Gulfport, MS 39502. The applications are available at local guidance counselors.
Notable: June 12, 1989 – Birthday of Kiara Iman Pearse, who was 17 when she died Nov. 14, 2006, in a vehicle accident on U.S. 49 in Gulfport.
She was driving herself and her younger brother, Brian Jameel, to school at Harrison Central High. Jameel,15, also suffered fatal injuries when the car flipped on the highway.
Their parents, Brian and Yvette Pearse of Gulfport, started a campaign promoting seat beat safety among students. In May 2007 and this spring, the Pearses awarded four $500 scholarships to Harrison County high school graduates attending college, university or trade school.
When appropriate, students may submit applications to K&J Foundation, P.O. Box 1686, Gulfport, MS 39502. The applications are available at local guidance counselors.
Kaytie reportedly removed from ventilator
Upgrade not confirmed by hospital personnel
Acquaintances of the VanAlstine family have reported that Kaytie was removed from a ventilator on Thursday.
No report of her medical condition could be confirmed Friday morning with staff or public relations officials at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center in Baton Rouge.
Kaytie, 4 years old, was critically injured July 29 during a four-vehicle wreck on Interstate 12 in
Louisiana. Her parents and older sister, Phillip and Shayla VanAlstine, and her older sister Haylie were killed. The family members were laid to rest Aug. 4 among an outpouring of community support.
Link
Vancleave Family killed in Baton Rouge; second child critical
http://www.sunherald.com/185/story/715546.html
Acquaintances of the VanAlstine family have reported that Kaytie was removed from a ventilator on Thursday.
No report of her medical condition could be confirmed Friday morning with staff or public relations officials at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center in Baton Rouge.
Kaytie, 4 years old, was critically injured July 29 during a four-vehicle wreck on Interstate 12 in
Louisiana. Her parents and older sister, Phillip and Shayla VanAlstine, and her older sister Haylie were killed. The family members were laid to rest Aug. 4 among an outpouring of community support.
Link
Vancleave Family killed in Baton Rouge; second child critical
http://www.sunherald.com/185/story/715546.html
Haylie Rochelle VanAlstine
Vancleave student was looking forward to second grade
Posted by MemoriesAlways staff
PASCAGOULA -- Haylie VanAlstine, 7, died July 29, 2008, during an automobile accident that also killed her parents, Phillip and Shyla VanAlstine, in Baton Rouge, La.
She would have begun second grade at Vancleave Lower Elementary School on Aug. 6, and was looking forward to the new year, according to reports from district teachers.
Haylie's younger sister, 4-year-old Kaytie, was in critical condition following the four-vehicle wreck on Interstate 12. She was taken to Our Lady of the Lake Medical Center in Baton Rouge.
Their youngest sister, 11-month-old Avery, was at home with relatives.
Vancleave Family Killed in Car Crash Laid to Rest
http://www.wlox.com/Global/story.asp?S=8787040
The VanAlstines, residents of Vancleave in Jackson County, reportedly were on their way to an outing to celebrate the end of summer vacation before Haylie would have started second grade at Vancleave Lower Elementary School.
Their mother, Shyla VanAlstine, was gearing up to return to the classroom at Vancleave High, where she was an English instructor and chairman of the English Department at Vancleave Attendance Center, one of three campuses within the Jackson County School District.
During a district Back-to-School Rally on Aug. 1, teachers and other personnel conducted a memorial observance for their colleague and her family, according to school district officials.
According to reports from media outlets in South Mississippi and Louisiana, the wreck that killed the three family members occurred about 9:30 a.m. that Tuesday when 55-year-old Ruth A. Fort of Baton Rouge rear-ended the VanAlstine's van. The fenders got caught, causing the van to spend before it was hit by a sanitation truck.
Fort was also injured and, initially, had been expected to be charged in the deaths once she had left the hospital. However, media outlets recently reported Lousiana law officials have said they have insufficient evidence to file charges. Those officials have said Fort, of Baton Rouge, was tailgating the VanAlstines' vehicle when the wreck took place July 29.
After a visitation attended by approximately 2,200 people Sunday, Aug. 3, in Pascagoula, and funeral services Aug. 4 at St. Paul United Methodist Church East Campus in Ocean Springs, Haylie and her parents were laid to rest at Biloxi National Cemetery.
Phillip VanAlstine was a 17-year member of the Army National Guard. He had recently served a year in Iraq.
Posted by MemoriesAlways staff
PASCAGOULA -- Haylie VanAlstine, 7, died July 29, 2008, during an automobile accident that also killed her parents, Phillip and Shyla VanAlstine, in Baton Rouge, La.
She would have begun second grade at Vancleave Lower Elementary School on Aug. 6, and was looking forward to the new year, according to reports from district teachers.
Haylie's younger sister, 4-year-old Kaytie, was in critical condition following the four-vehicle wreck on Interstate 12. She was taken to Our Lady of the Lake Medical Center in Baton Rouge.
Their youngest sister, 11-month-old Avery, was at home with relatives.
Vancleave Family Killed in Car Crash Laid to Rest
http://www.wlox.com/Global/story.asp?S=8787040
The VanAlstines, residents of Vancleave in Jackson County, reportedly were on their way to an outing to celebrate the end of summer vacation before Haylie would have started second grade at Vancleave Lower Elementary School.
Their mother, Shyla VanAlstine, was gearing up to return to the classroom at Vancleave High, where she was an English instructor and chairman of the English Department at Vancleave Attendance Center, one of three campuses within the Jackson County School District.
During a district Back-to-School Rally on Aug. 1, teachers and other personnel conducted a memorial observance for their colleague and her family, according to school district officials.
According to reports from media outlets in South Mississippi and Louisiana, the wreck that killed the three family members occurred about 9:30 a.m. that Tuesday when 55-year-old Ruth A. Fort of Baton Rouge rear-ended the VanAlstine's van. The fenders got caught, causing the van to spend before it was hit by a sanitation truck.
Fort was also injured and, initially, had been expected to be charged in the deaths once she had left the hospital. However, media outlets recently reported Lousiana law officials have said they have insufficient evidence to file charges. Those officials have said Fort, of Baton Rouge, was tailgating the VanAlstines' vehicle when the wreck took place July 29.
After a visitation attended by approximately 2,200 people Sunday, Aug. 3, in Pascagoula, and funeral services Aug. 4 at St. Paul United Methodist Church East Campus in Ocean Springs, Haylie and her parents were laid to rest at Biloxi National Cemetery.
Phillip VanAlstine was a 17-year member of the Army National Guard. He had recently served a year in Iraq.
Tragedy ended summer outing
Thursday, July 31, 2008 @ www.2theadvocate.com
Haylie Rochelle VanAlstine, 7, of Vancleave died July 29, 2008, from injuries sustained in an automobile crash. She was born Sept. 22, 2000, in Pascagoula to the late Phillip and Shyla VanAlstine Jr., and was a lifelong resident of Jackson County.
Thursday, July 31, 2008 @ www.2theadvocate.com
Haylie Rochelle VanAlstine, 7, of Vancleave died July 29, 2008, from injuries sustained in an automobile crash. She was born Sept. 22, 2000, in Pascagoula to the late Phillip and Shyla VanAlstine Jr., and was a lifelong resident of Jackson County.
Haylie had just completed first grade at Vancleave Lower Elementary School and was looking forward to second grade. She was a great student and received many awards in her class this past year. She enjoyed reading and playing softball, and loved being a big sister.
Survivors include sisters Kaytie Carson VanAlstine and Avery Noel VanAlstine, both of Vancleave; maternal grandparents Jerry and Patricia Isaacson of Lucedale; paternal grandparents Phillip and Carol VanAlstine Sr. of Gautier; uncles Steven L. VanAlstine of Gautier and Jerrell Isaacson and his wife Rebecca of Beaumont, Texas; two aunts Lori Poiroux and her husband Mark of Mobile, Ala., and Tanya Derry and her husband Elmer of Butler, Mo.
Visitation for friends and community was Aug. 3 at O’Bryant-O’Keefe Funeral Home in Pascagoula. Funeral services were Aug. 4 at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church on U.S. 90 in Ocean Springs. Interment was at Biloxi National Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Shyla VanAlstine Memorial Scholarship Fund, Vancleave High School, 4724 Bulldog Lane, Vancleave, MS 39565
Thursday, August 7, 2008
Trust Fund Established for VanAlstine daughters
For Kaytie and Avery ...
A trust fund has been established at Hancock Bank for Kaytie and Avery VanAlstine, children of the late Phillip and Shyla Van Alstine of Vancleave.
Contributions may be made at any Hancock branch. They also may be mailed to Hancock Bank, P.O. Box 4019, Gulfport, MS 39502. Residents may contact James Reeves at 374-5151 for more information.
The trust fund is in the name of Kaytie and Avery VanAlstine.
(The Shyla VanAlstine Memorial Scholarship Fund has been established at Vancleave High School, 4724 Bulldog LaneVancleave, MS 39565)
Kaytie, 4, was with her family July 29 when her mother, Shyla, father Phillip, and older sister Haylie, 7, were killed in a four-vehicle wreck on Interstate 12 in Baton Rouge, La. The Vancleave family was returning home from an outing meant to celebrate the end of summer vacation and the start of the 2008-2009 school year.
Kaytie was critically injured and remains hospitalized at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center in Baton Rouge.
The family's 11-month-old daughter Avery was at home with relatives at the time of the crash.
Vancleave Family Killed in Car Crash Laid to Rest
http://www.wlox.com/Global/story.asp?S=8787040
A trust fund has been established at Hancock Bank for Kaytie and Avery VanAlstine, children of the late Phillip and Shyla Van Alstine of Vancleave.
Contributions may be made at any Hancock branch. They also may be mailed to Hancock Bank, P.O. Box 4019, Gulfport, MS 39502. Residents may contact James Reeves at 374-5151 for more information.
The trust fund is in the name of Kaytie and Avery VanAlstine.
(The Shyla VanAlstine Memorial Scholarship Fund has been established at Vancleave High School, 4724 Bulldog LaneVancleave, MS 39565)
Kaytie, 4, was with her family July 29 when her mother, Shyla, father Phillip, and older sister Haylie, 7, were killed in a four-vehicle wreck on Interstate 12 in Baton Rouge, La. The Vancleave family was returning home from an outing meant to celebrate the end of summer vacation and the start of the 2008-2009 school year.
Kaytie was critically injured and remains hospitalized at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center in Baton Rouge.
The family's 11-month-old daughter Avery was at home with relatives at the time of the crash.
Vancleave Family Killed in Car Crash Laid to Rest
http://www.wlox.com/Global/story.asp?S=8787040
Outpouring for Vancleave family killed in crash
Thousands attend visitation for VanAlstinesPosted by Memories Always staff
PASCAGOULA – The line of students, district teachers and officials at the Vancleave Attendance Center stretched unceasingly it seemed outside the funeral home Aug. 3 where respects were paid to the Van Alstine family members killed July 29 in a vehicular wreck.
That line inside O'Bryant-O'Keefe Funeral Home on Telephone Road also curved around the chapel room and down the hall into the parlor for the closed-casket memorial.
On Aug. 6, General Manager William Wilmoth said approximately 2,200 people attended the service for 14-year English teacher Shyla VanAlstine, her husband Phillip, and their 7-year-old daughter Haylie.
Hal Holmes, superintendent at Vancleave Attendance Center, said the loss was hard.
Vancleave Family Killed in Car Crash Laid to Rest
http://www.wlox.com/Global/story.asp?S=8787040
The faces of family, friends, colleagues and residents of Vancleave and from across Jackson County were somber. Numerous ones wept openly, comforted by others also grieving the loss of the three Vancleave residents. Everyone waited patiently in the evening sun.
Inside they signed an extended banner that offered get-well wishes to 4-year-old Kaytie, who still is in critical condition at Our Lady of the Lake Medical Center in Baton Rouge, La. Wilmoth said the banner stretched over 60 feet.
Wilmoth said about 800 people attended funeral services Aug. 4 at St. Paul United Methodist Church East Campus in Ocean Springs, located at U.S. 90 and Mississippi 57.
American Legion members and active members of the Army National Guard also attended in honor of Phillip VanAlstine's 17-year service in the military, including a year in Iraq.
Holmes must now replace a 14-year instructor who was head of the English Department at Vancleave Attendance Center. She also had been girls volley ball coach about 10 years.
Christine Elizabeth Roberts
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Christine Elizabeth Roberts, 2, of Carriere died June 10, 2008.
Picayune Funeral Home handled service arrangements.
Christine Elizabeth Roberts, 2, of Carriere died June 10, 2008.
A memorial service was held June 14 at Resurrection Life Worship Center.
Picayune Funeral Home handled service arrangements.
MemoriesAlways: This posting will be updated at a later date.
Chase Cummings Hensley
Chase Cummings Hensley, 23, of Ocean Springs died Tuesday, June 3, 2008.
A memorial service was held June 6 at Biloxi National Cemetery, followed by a celebration of his life at the Fountainbleau Community Center.
Chase was born Oct. 26, 1984, in Las Vegas, where he was reared until his family moved to Ocean Springs in 1998. He was a member of the National Guard Airborne.
Survivors include daughter Abby Brennan-Hensley, parents Bob and Vicki Hensley, sister Amanda Williams, brother Cameron Hensley, uncle and aunt Dave and Debbie Cummings, and grandmother Avis Morton.
He also will be remembered by many friends whose lives he touched.
In lieu of flowers, the family established a scholarship fund for Hensley's daughter, Abby, at Keesler Federal Credit Union.
Funeral arrangements were handled by Ocean Springs Chapel of Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home, and residents viewed and signed a register book at bradfordokeefe.com
A memorial service was held June 6 at Biloxi National Cemetery, followed by a celebration of his life at the Fountainbleau Community Center.
Chase was born Oct. 26, 1984, in Las Vegas, where he was reared until his family moved to Ocean Springs in 1998. He was a member of the National Guard Airborne.
Survivors include daughter Abby Brennan-Hensley, parents Bob and Vicki Hensley, sister Amanda Williams, brother Cameron Hensley, uncle and aunt Dave and Debbie Cummings, and grandmother Avis Morton.
He also will be remembered by many friends whose lives he touched.
In lieu of flowers, the family established a scholarship fund for Hensley's daughter, Abby, at Keesler Federal Credit Union.
Funeral arrangements were handled by Ocean Springs Chapel of Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home, and residents viewed and signed a register book at bradfordokeefe.com
Summer tragedy: 5-year-old drowns
Raindy S. Soth, 5, of Gulfport died Monday, June 2, 2008, during an accidential drowning at Dedeaux Park in Gulfport.
Arrangements by Riemann Family Funeral Home in Gulfport. Access www.riemannfamily.com
MemoriesAlways: This posting will be updated at a later date.
Arrangements by Riemann Family Funeral Home in Gulfport. Access www.riemannfamily.com
MemoriesAlways: This posting will be updated at a later date.
21-year-old jumps to death from casino balcony
IP is scene of second suicide: Woman jumps from 29th floor
Posted Sunday, June 1, 2008, A4 @ www.sunherald.com (check archives)
BILOXI – A 21-year-old Tennessee woman jumped to her death from the 29th floor of the IP Casino on Friday (May30), authorities said.
MemoriesAlways: This posting will be updated at a later time.
Posted Sunday, June 1, 2008, A4 @ www.sunherald.com (check archives)
BILOXI – A 21-year-old Tennessee woman jumped to her death from the 29th floor of the IP Casino on Friday (May30), authorities said.
MemoriesAlways: This posting will be updated at a later time.
Tabitha Ann Hartfield
Tabitha Ann Hartfield, 23, of Lumberton died in Lamar County.
Visitation was June 2 and funeral service June 3 at Baxterville Baptist Church.
White Funeral Home was in charge of burial services.
Visitation was June 2 and funeral service June 3 at Baxterville Baptist Church.
White Funeral Home was in charge of burial services.
Wednesday, August 6, 2008
Breanna Jones
Posted Sunday, May 11, 2008 @ www.sunherald.com
LaRoy Jones was sentenced to 15 years behind bars for manslaughter after admitting he was responsible for the death of his 20-month-old daughter, Breanna Jones.
LaRoy Jones was sentenced to 15 years behind bars for manslaughter after admitting he was responsible for the death of his 20-month-old daughter, Breanna Jones.
Malaysia Ireana Williams
Malaysia Ireana Williams, 23 months, died May 26, 2008. She was born June 17, 2005. Her family called her “MeMe.”
Loved by Trachere, Paula, Robin, Casey, Diana, Deashia, Junior, Keleigh, Annapoh, Siniah, Casey Jr., BJ and Cagney.
Loved by Trachere, Paula, Robin, Casey, Diana, Deashia, Junior, Keleigh, Annapoh, Siniah, Casey Jr., BJ and Cagney.
LaShae Faye Necaise
LaShae “Shae-Shae” Faye Necaise, 13, died Friday, May 23, 2008, in Pass Christian. She was a student at Hancock Middle School.
ShaeShae was preceded in death by her cousin, Tanae Ladner, and her great-grandparents.
She is survived by parents Donald Wayne “Donnie” Necasie of Kiln and Kerry Morgan of Pass Christian; sisters Kallie Wilson and Alissa Necaise; brothers Dustin Necaise and Dawson Necaise; grandparents Billy and Daisy Morgan of Pass Christian, and Teddy and Willie Mae Necaise of Kiln; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and other family members.
A visitation was held May 26 at Riemann Family Funeral Home on Kiln-DeLisle Road in Pass Christian. Funeral service was May 27 in the chapel. Burial followed at Standard Sandhill Cemetery.
An online obituary was viewed and signatures left at http://www.riemannfamily.com/.
Family Memories: She was a proud and well-loved member of the Dedeaux community. She loved to dance and play softball.
ShaeShae was preceded in death by her cousin, Tanae Ladner, and her great-grandparents.
She is survived by parents Donald Wayne “Donnie” Necasie of Kiln and Kerry Morgan of Pass Christian; sisters Kallie Wilson and Alissa Necaise; brothers Dustin Necaise and Dawson Necaise; grandparents Billy and Daisy Morgan of Pass Christian, and Teddy and Willie Mae Necaise of Kiln; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and other family members.
A visitation was held May 26 at Riemann Family Funeral Home on Kiln-DeLisle Road in Pass Christian. Funeral service was May 27 in the chapel. Burial followed at Standard Sandhill Cemetery.
An online obituary was viewed and signatures left at http://www.riemannfamily.com/.
Family Memories: She was a proud and well-loved member of the Dedeaux community. She loved to dance and play softball.
Celebrate Life -- Back to School 2008
Students in South Mississippi head back to school after a two-month break for summer vacation.
School officials have advised the public to watch out for the children -- pre-schoolers to high school teenagers -- we all love dearly and hope the best for in academic success.
John Robert Dobbs
John Robert Dobbs, 18, died Wednesday, May 21, 2008, near the Franklin Creek community east of Moss Point. He was a senior at Pascagoula High School.
Born Oct. 23, 1989, in Jackson, Miss., to John E. and Margaret Willingham Dobbs of Pascagoula, he had been a resident of Pascagoula since 1991.
John Robert would have graduated with honors May 23 with his class. He worked part-time for Burnham Drugs in Moss Point, and was a worship leader a Central Church of Christ. John Robert gave his life to Christ at age 9 while attending summer camp.
He loved being a camper at Gulf Coast Bible Camp and had attended for many years. He had
many wonderful friends and will be missed by all who knew him.
(Several links are listed below.)
Born Oct. 23, 1989, in Jackson, Miss., to John E. and Margaret Willingham Dobbs of Pascagoula, he had been a resident of Pascagoula since 1991.
John Robert would have graduated with honors May 23 with his class. He worked part-time for Burnham Drugs in Moss Point, and was a worship leader a Central Church of Christ. John Robert gave his life to Christ at age 9 while attending summer camp.
He loved being a camper at Gulf Coast Bible Camp and had attended for many years. He had
many wonderful friends and will be missed by all who knew him.
(Several links are listed below.)
Survivors include his parents, sister Nicole Holland and her husband Robert of Pascagoula, paternal grandparents Harold and Pamela Duet of Waggaman, La.; maternal grandparents James and Ollie Sue Willingham of Ruleville, Miss.; niece Clarie Willingham
and a nephew Blake Holland.
Funeral services were held at Calvary Baptist Church in Pascagoula with Al Sturgeon officiating. Interment was at Lehrton Cemetery in Ruleville.
Pallbearers were Robert Holland, Joel Jordan, Jordan Dupree, Jessie Bosarge, Patrick Kimball and Colton Vice.
Those who wish to contribute may make memorial contributions to the Gulf Coast Bible Camp, 2370 Hillcrest Rd. Suite, G #305, Mobile, AL 36695.
Graduating senior dies on I-10
Thursday, May 22, 2008 @ http://www.sunherald.com/
Fellow students recall 'a very loving friend'
Thursday, May 22, 2008 @ http://www.sunherald.com/
and a nephew Blake Holland.
Funeral services were held at Calvary Baptist Church in Pascagoula with Al Sturgeon officiating. Interment was at Lehrton Cemetery in Ruleville.
Pallbearers were Robert Holland, Joel Jordan, Jordan Dupree, Jessie Bosarge, Patrick Kimball and Colton Vice.
Those who wish to contribute may make memorial contributions to the Gulf Coast Bible Camp, 2370 Hillcrest Rd. Suite, G #305, Mobile, AL 36695.
Graduating senior dies on I-10
Thursday, May 22, 2008 @ http://www.sunherald.com/
Fellow students recall 'a very loving friend'
Thursday, May 22, 2008 @ http://www.sunherald.com/
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