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Alphonse Poillion Obituary

Alphonse "Al" Poillion

1925 ~ 2019

Long Beach

Mr. Alphonse "Al" Poillion, husband, father, Merchant Mariner and World War II Paratrooper, peacefully passed away on November 1, 2019 at the age of 93. His buddies would say he died with his boots on. Mr. Poillion was preceded in death by his loving wife, Marie Garriga Poillion. He leaves behind his most cherished daughter Alrie' Poillion as well as numerous family and close friends. Mr. Poillion enjoyed everything about the Mississippi Gulf Coast: boating, fishing, casinos, and especially teaching the young how to fish responsibly. Mr. Poillion will be remembered for his many businesses and real estate contributions to Long Beach as well as his friendship and conversational wit. Al will be missed by all that crossed his walk in life.

Services will be at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church in Long Beach on Friday, November 8 at 11:00 am where friends may visit beginning at 10:00 am. with interment following at New DeLisle Cemetery in Harrison County. Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home, 15th Street is in charge of arrangements. View and sign register book at www.bradfordokeefe.com

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Published by The Sun Herald on Nov. 7, 2019.

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Darlene Stewart

November 11, 2019

So, sorry Alrie, to hear about the loss of your dad. Sending Prayers

Dale Kizer

November 9, 2019

Alrie, you're in my thoughts. Big Al was a real character. His wit and laughter were infectious.

Louis Wingo

November 8, 2019

So MANY MEMORIES FROM A YOUNG BOY LOUIS WINGO VOLUMES OF STORIES OF MY GODFATHERS BRAVERY COMEDY AND TALENTS OF FISHING, SHRIMPING , BOAT BUILDING, MASTER CARPENTER AND MANY OTHERS TO NUMEROUS TO FIT IN HERE ! LEARNED SO MUCH JUST BY WATCHING HIM,LOVE AND MISS HIM !

The Staff and Management of Bradford O'Keefe Funeral Homes

November 7, 2019

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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8

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church

Long Beach, MS

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8

Service

11:00 a.m.

St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church

Long Beach, MS

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Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home - 15th Street - Gulfport

1726 15th Street, Gulfport, MS 39501

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