Chapter Celestial Kappa Sigma
Brothers
Bell Toll in respect for our Passed Brothers
Charles Hailey “Chuck” Davidson
Died:05/03/2018 Initiation Date:02/05/1989 Initiation Number:#0902 Chapter:Epsilon Nu School:USM
Obituary:
Charles H. "Chuck" Davidson
Hattiesburg - Charles Hailey "Chuck" Davidson, 50, of Hattiesburg, Mississippi, passed away in Biloxi on May 3, 2018, from complications following a stroke. Chuck was born in Lafayette, Louisiana, on December 19, 1967, but spent most of his life in Hattiesburg. He graduated from Hattiesburg High School in 1986. Chuck was a member of Kappa Sigma fraternity at the University of Southern Mississippi where he graduated with a degree in Business Administration in 1991.
Chuck was actively involved in the Boy Scouts and at age 14, he earned the rank of Eagle Scout with Troop 93 at Parkway Heights United Methodist Church. After earning the rank of Eagle Scout, he remained active in Scouting as a summer counselor at Camp Tiak. Chuck travelled widely during his lifetime, and it was Scouting that likely sparked his sense of adventure. Chuck was known for his love of gardening and his kind, outgoing personality.
Survivors include his mother, Faye Davidson; his father, Dr. Charles Davidson; sisters Diane Speedling (Sandon) and Beverly Fulcher (Dave) two nephews, and a niece.
The family wishes to thank the doctors and staff of Merit Health Biloxi Medical Center for the excellent care they provided to Chuck and to the family following his stroke.
Visitation will be from 10:00 am to 11:00 am on Saturday, May 12 at Parkway Heights United Methodist Church, immediately followed by a memorial service.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Parkway Heights United Methodist Church of Hattiesburg.
James Paul Dealy II
Died:01/31/1974 Initiation Date:05/18/1969 Initiation Number:#0498 Chapter:Epsilon Nu School:USM
Obituary:
Born July 4,1950
DIED 1974 at age 23. He was an ENSIGN in the U.S. Navy. It appears that he died in the Vietnam War after being married for only @6 months. 
Samuel Joseph Demeranville III
Died:07/09/2005 Initiation Date:04/02/1967 Initiation Number:#0441 Chapter:Epsilon Nu School:USM
Obituary:
Samuel Joseph Demeranville III, who died July 9, 2005, was born December 3, 1943 in Ft. Rucker, Alabama to Rose Mary Beshel and Samuel Joseph Demeranville, Jr. He grew up in Mobile, Alabama where he graduated from McGill Institute. He received his bachelor's degree from the University of Southern Mississippi where he was a member of Epison Nu Chapter of Kappa Sigma Fraternity. Mr. Demeranville had lived in Jacksonville since 1974 and had been involved in the lumber industry; first with Lanahan Lumber Company and most recently with Wood Treaters, Inc. Joe was an active member of the Yates YMCA, the River Club, and the Florida Yacht Club. He frequently participated in running events including most all of the River Runs, the Jacksonville Marathon, the Marine Corp Marathon, and the Boston Marathon. He is survived by his parents, of Mobile, his wife of 34 years, Patricia Lanahan Demeranville, his daughter, Kathryn Schmidt and her husband Gabriel, and his sons Samuel Joseph Demeranville IV and David Christian Demeranville. Also surviving are his sisters, Rose Mary O'Boyle of Atlanta, and Ryan Schwaner and her husband Charles of Englewood, Florida and his brothers, John Demeranville and his wife Stephanie of Mobile, and Stephen Demeranville and his wife Anne of Boston and numerous nieces and nephews. Other survivors include his mother-in-law, Wanda Barton Lanahan and brothers and sisters-in-laws Dennis and Susan Lanahan, Michael and Mary Anne Lanahan, Barton and Donna Lanahan, and Teresa and Thebaut Dutton. Visitation will begin at 6:00 PM, Tuesday, July 12, 2005 at St. Matthew's Catholic Church, 1773 Blanding Boulevard, followed by the Vigil Service at 7:00 PM. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Fr. Joseph McDonnell on Wednesday, July 13, 2005 at 10:00 AM at St. Matthews Catholic Church with burial at St. Mary's Cemetery, 4535 N. Main Street.Pall Bears are Dennis Lanahan, Michael Lanahan, Thebaut Dutton, Wade Hampton, Mark Seib ler, Joseph Foy, Phillip Voss, and Joel Herron.In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to St. Vincent's Foundation, 1800 Barrs Street, Jacksonville, Florida 32204 or USM Foundation (Kappa Sigma Fund), Attention: Tim Ryan, P. O. Box 10026, Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Arrangements are under the direction of HARDAGE-GIDDENS FUNERAL HOME, 729 S. Edgewood Avenue.
Robert Bobby Dews
Died:02/18/2026 Initiation Date:03/30/1969 Initiation Number:0488 Chapter:Epsilon Nu School:USM
Obituary:Robert Carrington "Bobby" Dews, Sr. Obituary Robert Carrington “Bobby” Dews Sr. of Hattiesburg, Mississippi, passed away Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his immediate family. He was 75. Bobby faced complications following cancer in 2005, but in true Bobby Dews fashion, he fought with strength and determination for more than twenty years. He was preceded in death by his parents, C.L. Dews Jr. and Jeanne Dews of Hattiesburg, and his brother, C.L. “Joe Buddy” Dews III, also of Hattiesburg. Born August 10, 1950, in Hattiesburg, Bobby was a lifelong resident of the community he loved. He was a 1968 graduate of Hattiesburg High School, where he played basketball for the Tigers. He was active in athletics and remained a devoted sports fan throughout his life. After graduation, Bobby attended The University of Southern Mississippi, following in his father’s footsteps as a Southern Miss athlete and playing basketball for the freshman team. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Coaching and Athletic Administration. While at Southern Miss, Bobby was active in Kappa Sigma Fraternity, where he formed lifelong friendships and, thanks to his fraternity brother Jimmy Buffett, became a devoted Parrot Head. Jimmy’s music was always playing in their home and became part of the fabric of their family. In 1971, Bobby married the love of his life, Hattiesburg native Patty Overstreet Dews, and they shared 55 happy years together. He was a proud and loyal supporter of Southern Miss and remained closely involved in USM athletics throughout his life. Bobby spent his entire career with C.L. Dews and Sons Foundry & Machinery Company, Inc. serving as Vice President until his retirement in 2020. For more than forty years, he helped guide the company through seasons of growth and change. His success in business was always about people. He knew their names, their stories, and he loved nothing more than a good conversation. He was a man of integrity, hard work, and rooted in principle. More than anything, he earned the respect of those around him by the way he lived and the way he treated others. If you knew Bobby, you knew his love for all things Southern Miss. He rarely missed a chance to cheer on the Golden Eagles, and his pride in the University was both constant and contagious. His final outing was spent celebrating a Southern Miss basketball victory alongside his children—just where he would have wanted to be. That devotion led him to serve the University in many meaningful ways. He was a lifetime member of the Southern Miss Alumni Association and served on the Board of Directors for the USM Foundation. He was a proud member of the M-Club and the Circle of Champions and served on the Executive Board of the USM Athletic Foundation. Bobby was past president of the USM Kappa Sigma Fraternity Housing Corporation, a recipient of the fraternity’s Outstanding Service Award, and a member of the USM School of Engineering Technology’s Advisory Committee. Together, he and Patty were Association for Excellence members of the Honor Club with the USM Foundation. In 2001, Bobby was inducted into the USM Alumni Association Hall of Fame. Bobby also believed deeply in giving back to his community. He served as Chairman of the Mississippi Manufacturers Association, was a board member of the Hattiesburg Convention Center, and co-chaired the Mississippi chapter of the United States Olympic Committee. Bobby was a lifelong member of First Presbyterian Church of Hattiesburg, where he faithfully served as a deacon. More than any title he ever held, Bobby was a devoted husband, father, and proud grandfather who loved his family above all else. He is survived by his wife, Patty Overstreet Dews; his son, Robert Carrington Dews Jr. (Rachel); his daughter, Lucy Dews Jussely (Daniel); and his brother, Thomas Alvin Dews (Skip) all of Hattiesburg, MS. He was known to his grandchildren by the name he cherished most—“Chief.” Nothing brought him greater joy than time spent with them, whether it was cheering them on, telling stories, or simply being together. They were the light of his life. He leaves behind five grandchildren who meant the world to him and who will miss him dearly: Daniel Dews Jussely, Sterling Elizabeth Dews, Hallie Carrington Jussely, Stella Claire Dews, and Carrington Lane Dews. Services will be held at the First Presbyterian Church of Hattiesburg, MS on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at 1:00PM. Visitation will be Tuesday from 11:00AM to 1:00PM at the church. The family wishes to give a special thanks to Mrs. Brenda Kellen, and Mr. Joey Kindle. They have served us faithfully and loved Chief well. We are forever grateful for your loving care. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made in his name to the First Presbyterian Church of Hattiesburg, or the USM Athletic Foundation. First Presbyterian Church of Hattiesburg 4901 Hardy Street Hattiesburg, MS 39402 Southern Miss Athletics Foundation PO Box 15458 Hattiesburg, MS 39404
Carrington Luther Dews, III
Died:09/24/2017 Initiation Date:03/13/1972 Initiation Number:#0559 Chapter:Epsilon Nu School:USM
Obituary:
Memorial Services will be held at 5:00 P.M. Thursday at Hulett-Winstead Funeral Home for Mr. C.L. "Joe Buddy" Dews III, 63, of Hattiesburg, MS who passed away Sunday, September 24, 2017.
Mr. Dews retired as Vice President at C.L. Dews & Sons Foundry and was a member of First Presbyterian Church. He attended the University of Southern Mississippi where he was a member of Kappa Sigma Fraternity.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Jeanne and C.L. Dews, Jr. and his wife, Elaine Flood Dews.
Mr. Dews is survived by a son, Steven Dews (Chelsee) of Hattiesburg, MS; a daughter, Jennifer Dews of Hattiesburg, MS; two brothers, Tommy Dews (Skip) and Bobby Dews (Patty) both of Hattiesburg, MS.
Memorials may be made to Edwards Street Fellowship Center or to the charity of the donor's choice.
Visitation will begin at 3:00 P.M. Thursday at Hulett-Winstead Funeral Home.
Charles Robert Dickens
Died:10/19/2022 Initiation Date:03/22/1964 Initiation Number:#0345 Chapter:Epsilon Nu School:USM
Obituary:
Charles Robert Dickens, 82, died Wednesday, October 19, 2022, at Select Specialty at Baptist Medical Center. A memorial service will be held 1:00 p.m. Saturday, October 22, 2022, at Briarwood United Methodist Church. Visitation will begin at 11:30 a. m. Saturday at the church.
Mr. Dickens was born on August 12, 1940, in Natchez, the son of the late Charles Henry Dickens and Hattie Williams Dickens. A 1958 graduate of Natchez High School, he served his country joining the US Navy and served on the USS Intrepid. After receiving his honorable discharge, he attended Hinds Community College with his sister, Honey, and graduated in 1966 from the University of Southern Mississippi. At USM, Mr. Dickens was a member of Kappa Sigma and served as the District Grandmaster for 25 years.
He was a member of Briarwood United Methodist Church.
In mid 1980, Mr. Dickens and his partner, Artis Williams began C A T trucking, eventually retiring in 2012. He loved attending USM games, collecting coins and John Wayne Movies. Most of all, he cherished spending time with his family.
Along with his parents, Charles Henry Dickens and Hattie Williams Dickens is preceded in death by a sister, Frances Jane “Honey” Dickens.
Married in December of 1966, he is survived by his wife of 55 years, Diane Martin Dickens of Jackson; son, Chad Dickens of Pensacola, FL; son, Roger Dickens and his wife Rachel of Longmont, CO; nephew, Keith Massey of Natchez and great nephew, Zachary Massey.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Charlie and Diane Dickens Endowed Scholarship Fund for Athletics at the University of Southern Mississippi, https://southernmisstickets.evenue.net/www/ev_usm/ss/ev/DonationEntry?donationCd=AE&siteId=ev_usm&locale=en_US&linkID=usm
or to the former Crew Members Association of the USS Intrepid. USSINTREPIDCVII.ORG.
The family would like to thank long time neighbors Devetta Jones and family for their friendship..
Allen Edward Doering
Died:04/27/2023 Initiation Date:02/05/1967 Initiation Number:#0434 Chapter:Epsilon Nu School:USM
Obituary:
Allen Edward Doering
Allen went home to his Heavenly Father on Thursday, the 27th day of April. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. Over the years, Allen included his four-legged friends as part of his family whom he spoiled. Allen was a native of Natchez, Mississippi. He was the son of Catherine Lydia (Shaw) and August Edward Doering, born on June 28, 1948.
Allen was a highly regarded teacher who formed lasting friendships with his peers and communities in which he served. He was beloved by all of his students who frequently reached out to him years after he had taught them.
During his teaching career he touched the lives of the following Native Americans: Choctaw (Mississippi), Chitimacha (Louisiana) and Hopi (Arizona), and Navajo (Arizona).
One of his most prestigious awards, acknowledging his excellence in teaching, was the National Teacher of the Year awarded by the American Indian Science and Engineering Society (AISES).
Allen is survived by his devoted wife of 52 years, Linda Canard Doering, His son, Brantley M. Doering (Tammy), His grandchildren, Cole and Ashley Doering, His brother, Dix Doering, His sister-in-law, Patti Canard, His brother-in-law, Roger Canard (Denise), His niece, Tracy Canard Goodluck, His nephews, Robert Canard and Jason Romero.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Catherine Lydia (Shaw), and his father, August Edward Doering and his nephew, Collin Doering.
The Episcopal Church of the Epiphany, 423 N. Beaver Street, Flagstaff, Arizona will host Allen's Celebration of Life Ceremony on Saturday, June 10, 2023 at 2:00 P.M. Everyone is invited to join us in celebrating Allen's life. Please feel free to share your memories of experiences you shared with him. Memories and condolences can also be shared online at www.norvelowensmortuary.com.
Donald Grady “Don” Driskell
Died:04/12/2019 Initiation Date:02/22/1953 Initiation Number:#0101 Chapter:Epsilon Nu School:USM
Obituary:
Donald Grady Driskell
Brookhaven - Memorial service for Donald Grady Driskell will be 11:00 a.m., Monday, April 15, 2019, First Baptist Church, Brookhaven. Memorial gathering will be from 9:00 until time of service.
Donald Grady Driskell, 86, of Brookhaven, passed from this life April 12, 2019, at University of Mississippi Medical Center, in Jackson, MS. He was born August 14, 1932, to John Grady Driskell and Annie D. Perkins Driskell. He was a Financial Advisor for Edward Jones and formerly Executive Vice President of First Federal Savings and Loan. Don served his country in the United States Army as a Captain. He was past president of the National USM Alumni Association, and elected to USM Hall of Fame and an active member of the community, serving on the Board of Trustees of the Brookhaven Separate School District as well as serving as past president of the Brookhaven/Lincoln County Chamber of Commerce, past chairman of Industrial Development Foundation, and past chairman of Mississippi Savings and Loan League Legislative Committee. Don was a faithful member of First Baptist Church in Brookhaven, serving as deacon and Sunday School officer. He was loyal to his family whom he loved and served well as husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He will be greatly missed by all who loved him.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 64 years, Marilyn Roper Driskell and children, Blair Driskell and Jennifer Schoenhurst, Glenn and Vickie Driskell, Bill and Leslie Ashford, Bruce and Jill Black, and Dan and Rachel Spivey; one sister, Carreen Bolen; and brother-in-law, Bob Roper.
He is also survived by his 15 grandchildren, Ryan, Matthew, and Marielle Driskell, Hannah and Russ Butts, Caroline and Hunter Harrison, Alford Driskell, Daniel Ashford, Madeline, Harrison, and Carlisle Porter, Lydia and Barnabas Spivey, Mary Liz Black, Emily and Tye Warren, John Clay and Cerissa Ashford; and five great-grandchildren, Kaylee and Jordan Ashford, Noah and Elle Warren, and Chloe Mathews.
Memorials may be made to Blair Batson Children's Hospital, 2500 N State St. Jackson, MS 39216; First Baptist Church, Brookhaven, 200 E Monticello St, Brookhaven, MS 39601, or The Cornerstone Foundation, 9032 Woolmarket Rd, Biloxi, MS 39523
Michael Patrick Dwyer
Died:06/21/2022 Initiation Date:02/05/1967 Initiation Number:#0428 Chapter:Epsilon Nu School:USM
Obituary:
Michael Patrick Dwyer, age 77, of Metairie, LA passed away peacefully Tuesday, June 21, 2022. Michael was born on September 4, 1944, in Columbus, Ohio, and was raised in the Irish Channel. Only child of Colonel Stephen and Winona "Nonie" Dwyer. Survived by his wife of 49 years, Pamela Charbonnet Dwyer. Also survived by cousins and many close friends he considered to be family. Graduate of St. Alphonsus, Fortier High School (1961), Southwest MS Junior College, BA (1964), University of Southern Mississippi, BS (1967). He served in the United States Army 1968 – 1970. He worked for New Orleans Board of Trade, Travelers Insurance Company, Acme Truck Line, Bush-LeNormand Ins. Agency as part owner, Coastal Ins. Agency and U.S.I. Past President Crescent City Eye Openers Kiwanis Club, Independent Insurance Agents of New Orleans, and LA Motor Transport Assoc. Member of the Bayou Club, Kappa Sigma, USM Foundation, Ducks Unlimited and Coastal Conservation Assoc. Mike was happiest when fishing at his camp in Leeville or duck hunting at the Bayou Club. Decades long Club Box holder at the Fairgrounds, always betting the long shot. He enjoyed vegetable gardening, a good Baldacci novel, trips to Orange Beach and attending the races at Saratoga every August for 35 years. Special thanks to his caregivers Debbie Fiegel, Tyshara Washington, Mayra Mendoza, and Miranda James for their compassionate care. Thanks to all the Family Practice doctors especially Dr. Russ for his care and to the staff of Sunrise of Metairie. Funeral service at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home , 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70124 on Wednesday, June 29, 2022. Visitation from 9:00 am to 11:OO am, followed by a Funeral Mass at 11:00 am. Private Interment in Metairie Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Blessed Francis Seelos Shrine, 919 Josephine St., New Orleans, LA 70130 or Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation, P. 0. Box 834, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.
Sherwin Winston Easterling
Died:07/15/2024 Initiation Date:02/13/1972 Initiation Number:#0554 Chapter:Epsilon Nu School:USM
Obituary:
A private graveside service will be held at 10 A.M. Thursday, July 18, 2024, at Highland Cemetery for Mr. Sherwin Winston Easterling 73, who passed away on Monday, July 15, 2024 at Asbury Hospice House.
Sherwin was born on June 22, 1951 in Durham, North Carolina and raised in Hattiesburg. A 1969 graduate of Hattiesburg High School, he went on to graduate from the University of Southern Mississippi where he received a Masters of Accounting and was a member of Kappa Sigma Fraternity. He was a practicing CPA in Hattiesburg for a number of years.
He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Roberta Strickland Easterling and Dr. H.B. Easterling.
He is survived by his wife, Teresa Wilkinson Easterling; two daughters, Chanda Easterling Van Slyke (Jeremy) and Courtney Easterling Smith (Jon) one brother, S. Wayne Easterling; granddaughters, Isabella Avis Van Slyke and Loulou Leann Van Slyke and one grandson, Pelham Reeves Smith.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made in Sherwin’s name to Asbury Hospice House.
