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James Lepre Obituary
Mr. Lepre was a practicing Catholic and could be seen daily walking the church and school grounds around Sacred Heart Catholic Church in D'Iberville saying his rosary. He enjoyed helping people and spent the majority of his life giving shrimp or fish to the Cabrini Nuns when the Convent was in ocean Springs or to friends he knew would enjoy fresh seafood. Jimmy was an outstanding athlete and throughout his life was known for his love of sports and remembered for his team, the Yankees, in minor league ball and his many years of playing golf.
He served his country in the 8th Naval District out of New Orleans, LA and was a retired fireman for the City of Biloxi. After retiring from the fire department he divided his time as captain of tour boats on the gulf, custodial care for First Federal Savings and Magnolia Federal Savings Institutions, fishing and playing golf. He was a member of Sunkist Country Club, the VFW and Knights of Columbus.
Jimmy was preceded in death by his wife, Beatrice R. Lepre, parents, Armond and Beulah Lepre; brothers, Vernon (Dorothy), Vallie (Nola), Carol (Mary) and William Lepre; and one sister, Emma (Willie) Fountain, all of Biloxi. He is survived by his daughter, Linda Sue (Bill) Graham of Grand Bay, AL; two grandchildren, Jason (Andrea) Graham of Grand Bay, Al, and Holly (Tom) Raymond of Winter Garden, FL; three great grandchildren, James Andrew and Kayla Marie Graham and Marley Emma Raymond; and many very special nieces, nephews and friends he loved.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, December 3, 2009, at 11 a.m., at Sacred Heart Catholic Church where friends may visit from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. Interment will follow in Biloxi National Cemetery. Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home, 675 Howard Ave. in Biloxi is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Lepre
Lisa Given
December 7, 2009
Linda and family,
Thank you for sending me the note about your dad. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Your dad was the most amazing person I have ever met and I know that the reason that my heart sent me to D'Iberville after Hurricane Katrina was so that I could meet him. He touched my life in a way that I cannot describe but he was a blessing to be part of my life for just the few short years that I knew him and loved him! The First Presbyterian Church of Woodstock, Il will be thinking of you this holiday season.
Carolyn (Lepre) Irwin
December 3, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about Uncle Jimmy's passing, he was a good man and i know he will be missed dearly. I am keeping everyone in my prayers.
William & Judy Byrd
December 3, 2009
Mr. Jimmy Lepre will be greatly missed. He was one of the finest men on earth! Always ready and willing to help you. We are going to miss him! Our prayers go out to his family.
Donna & Kenny Higginbotham
December 2, 2009
Donna and I would like to offer our deepest condolences and prayers to
Mr. Jimmy's family and many friends.
He will be missed by all who knew
him.I still have fond memories of
Mr. Jimmy chipping golf balls from
the Back Bay Fire Station over to
the ball park across the street.
Then Richard would run over and
pick them all upfor him.
May Angels lift Mr. Jimmy's Soul
to the throne of God where he will
be greeted with open arms to begin
his eternal life as promised by
our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Jerry Dodge
December 2, 2009
My thoughts are full of good memories and times shared with Mr. Jim. I miss our visits and friendship but he lives on in my heart. My children miss him too, Anna wants Mr. Jim to know that she loves and misses him too. All of our prayers are with him and the entire family.
Jerry, April, Kyle, Anna Dodge & Eric Beasley
Jay Graham
December 1, 2009
I love you Paw Paw, I will miss you.
Jay, Andrea, Kayla and James Graham
December 1, 2009
Paw Paw,
You were truly a blessing to all of us. You will deeply missed. We will forever keep you in our hearts each and every day. We love you and will miss you.
Carol Redmond
December 1, 2009
Linda ,Billy & Family
I am so very sorry to hear of Mr Jimmy Passing .My heart and prayers go out to all of you. He was such a Good & Wonderful man and Devoted husband , i have not met no one more special than your father. I truly loved him. He will be missed very much and never forgotten. If there is any thing i can do please let me know I love you all. May GOD Bless you and see you through this very difficult time. Forever in my Heart.
The Staff and Management of Bradford O'Keefe Funeral Homes
December 1, 2009
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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