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Michael Gilmore Obituary

Michael Gilmore
December 30, 1955 - August 18, 2023
Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi - Michael Joseph Gilmore Sr.
December 30, 1955- August 18, 2023
Michael Joseph Gilmore, Sr. of Bay Saint Louis, MS passed into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, August 18, 2023 at the age of 67.
Michael was born in Biloxi MS on December 30, 1955 to Roy and Emily Gilmore of Biloxi, MS. He was a devout Catholic who faithfully attended mass. Known for his warm and welcoming nature, Michael never met a stranger and was a kind and loving man to everyone he encountered. He grew up in Biloxi and moved to Bay St. Louis where he resided for the last 39 years. He loved his children, grandchildren and family immensely. Michael worked at Winn Dixie in store Management for 26 years and transitioned to Dak America formerly known as Wellman at the Pearl River Plant where he continued to work for the last 25 years. Michael was a diligent worker and when he wasn't working, spent most of his time with his family and friends. Michael lived his life by example showing a caring, compassionate and loving nature toward others. He always told people that he loved them and was always available when people needed him without expecting anything in return.
Michael was preceded in death by his parents Roy and Emily Gilmore and brother-in-laws, Wayne Rodolfich and Louis Smith. His surviving legacy lives within his four children, Tabetha Lynn Camagong, (Michael ), Michael Joseph Gilmore, Jr. (Hannah), Christopher Michael-Thomas Gilmore (Aco), and Sara Suzanne Taylor (Michael), His seven grandchildren, Gannon Aubrey Chipley, Haley Samantha Camagong, Gillian Belle Chipley, Piper-Grace Taylor, Ligaya Arielle Camagong, Penelope Faith Taylor, and Joseph Saengphet Gilmore.
Other Survivors include his beloved brothers Roy Gilmore (Debbie), David Gilmore (Tamatha) and sisters, Charlotte Smith and Susan O'Neal (Bill). Also included are many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be on Saturday, August 26th, 2023 at OLG Catholic Church in Bay St. Louis from 8:30 until 9:15 with a mass of Christian burial to follow at 9:30. Interment will follow at Southern Memorial Park in Biloxi MS.

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Published by The Sun Herald on Aug. 26, 2023.

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Kenny Cox

August 26, 2023

Went to school with Mike. He was a good friend. Rest in Peace Brother.

The Staff and Management of Bradford O'Keefe Funeral Homes

August 25, 2023

We extend our sincere sympathy and value your trust during this time of remembrance and reflection. We pledge our support now and in the future.

Susie Elizabeth Hathaway

August 24, 2023

I graduated with Michael but he is most remembered by the way he treated my Mother and I when we went grocery shopping. Always smiling and making us feel like family. I know his family will truly miss him. God love him!

Vicki Shoemaker Wilkerson

August 24, 2023

So very sorry to hear of Mike´s passing!! May he Rest in Eternal Peace!! Sending prayers and my Deepest Sympathy to his entire Family!!

Pamela Bauman

August 23, 2023

So sorry to hear of the passing of Mike. Know he will be missed. Family are in my thoughts and prayers. May he Rest In Peace.

Sincerely,

Pam Wilson Bauman

Linda Moore Nichols

August 23, 2023

You will be missed. rest in Peace.

The Staff and Management of Bradford O'Keefe Funeral Homes

August 20, 2023

We extend our sincere sympathy and value your trust during this time of remembrance and reflection. We pledge our support now and in the future.

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Visitation

8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

Our Lady of the Gulf

228 S. Beach Blvd., Bay St. Louis, MS 39520

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26

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9:30 a.m.

Our Lady of the Gulf

228 S. Beach Blvd., Bay St. Louis, MS 39520

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