Dena Charles Whipp, Jr., age 83, of Biloxi, MS, and formerly of Waco and Orange, TX, passed away on Friday, March 23, 2018.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Dena Charles Whipp, Sr. and Bonnie May Wheat Whipp.

He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Paula Rossi of Biloxi; and his sister, Bettye Ann Whipp.

RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 274 Beauvoir Road, Biloxi, MS, is serving the family, and memorials may be made to the SPCA or the USO.

An online obituary may be viewed and memories shared at www.riemannfamily.com.