Joel Keith Farve

Joel Keith Farve obituary, Picayune, MS

Joel Keith Farve

Joel Farve Obituary

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Joel Keith Farve ,59 of Kiln,MS passed away on January 30th, 2026 . Keith was born in Picayune,ms and from an early start he was a man defined by a relentless work ethic and a commitment to serving others. Whether it was helping a neighbor, assisting a friend, or working long hours, Keith was always the first to step up.

While his role as a father was complex, he did his best by providing and imparting a strong sense of responsibility and resilience to his children. He lived life on his own terms and leaves behind a legacy of hard work and generosity toward his community. Keith was an avid outdoorsman now he's fishing in heaven .

He is proceeded in death by both parents , his late wife Helen Marie Farve and 3 grand children.

He is survived by his wife Tammy Renee Farve of Kiln, MS , 5 children Shawn Bercegeay JR, Kayla (Dustin Lee of Palestine, AR) Shayla (Chaz Peterson of Palestine, AR) Sandra (Shawn Raver of Denver, Co) and Wilbur Lewis of (Kiln, MS). And several grandchildren .

Family and friends are invited to attend a visitation starting at 11:00 a.m. followed by Mass at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday February 3, 2026 at Sacred Heart Church Dedeaux 14595 Vidalia Rd, Pass Christian, MS 39571. Burial to follow in the Standard Sandhill Cemetery Kiln, Mississippi. 

Bagnell & Son Funeral Home

75212 Lee Road (Hwy. 437), Covington, LA 70435

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