Perkinston, Ms
Funeral Home
Visitation
December 20, 2025, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., St. Matthew Catholic Church of White Cypress, 27074 St. Matthew Church Road, Perkinston, MS
Service
December 20, 2025, 12 p.m., St. Matthew Catholic Church of White Cypress, 27074 St. Matthew Church Road, Perkinston, MS
Obituary
Military Service Tribute, Honors, and Obituary:
Recognizing and Honoring a Fallen Hero, Who Served Within the Mississippi National Guard. “Fallen, Yet Not Forgotten”.
In recognition of our proud American tradition of honorable service which our military men and women have given to their country and our State, we honor a Fallen Hero. Our nation, our state, and the National Guard Association of MS (NGAMS) regard the memorializing of its retired military deceased as an honorable and sacred obligation.
Another great Soldier and Fallen Hero has been released from duty, passed from our ranks on December 10, 2025, and has moved on to his heavenly home. Retired Chief Warrant Officer 4 Donald “Donnie” Sylvester Necaise, age, 78, who had served in the 1108th AVCRAD has departed and gone to a better place with our good Lord.
It takes a special person to serve within the military for their country, giving up their family time, comfort, and safety for their country, ultimately for all Americans to enjoy their freedoms, safety, and way of life. We now applaud you for your service to our country. A special message from General Douglas McArthur remains applicable today for our servicemen that have passed: “Old Soldiers never die; they just fade away”.
Rest in Peace Soldier. We applaud your patriotism, sacrifices, and brave efforts in serving our country and your family for their support of your service. We thank you for your service. Without your efforts and your families’ support, our country would not stand so boldly, shine so bright, and live so free.
You now have earned a rest, so go fly with the Angels, go rest high on that mountain; your work on earth is done. Go to heaven a-shoutin’ Love for the Father and the Son.
Another great Soldier has gone home, “Fallen, Yet Not Forgotten, Soldier for Life”.
Obituary, Visitation, and Service Details:
Donald “Donnie” Sylvester Necaise, age 78, of the Crane Creek Community, passed away on December 10, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Donnie was a devoted husband, a loving father and grandfather, and a faithful friend whose kindness, quiet strength, and unwavering dedication to others touched everyone who knew him.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Sylvester “Sap” Necaise and Doris Necaise; Seaborn and Geraldine Shaw; his brother, Jimmy Necaise; his nephews, Bobby Dykes, Jr. and Jerred Necaise; and his niece, Melanie Walker.
Donnie leaves behind his beloved wife and best friend, Rebecca “Becky” Necaise, with whom he shared a lifetime of love. He was a proud father to his daughters, Katrina Shaw (Barry Tarver) and Natasha Green (Garry Green), and a cherished grandfather to Braxton Green, Taylor Shaw, Jr., Olivia Shaw, Addison Green, and Carter Green, who were truly the joy of his life.
He is also survived by his siblings: Amy Ladner (Roger), Dubois Ladner (Pat), Sylvia Walker (Glen), Thresia Dykes, Annette Ladner (Roland), Veronica Ladner (Randall), Mary Cade (Dewayne), Regina Weeks (Timothy), Larry Necaise (Yvette), Paul Necaise (LarRece), Gerard Necaise, and John Necaise. He shared a special bond with his godchildren, Rochelle Eubanks, Mia Lee, Brent Necaise, and Carson Lee.
Donnie proudly served his country, completing two tours in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He continued his lifelong commitment to service through the Mississippi National Guard, where he dedicated many years before retiring with the distinguished rank of Chief Warrant Officer Four (CW4). His service reflected his deep sense of duty, honor, and love for his country.
He is further survived by his uncle, Charles Necaise (Becca); his aunts, Myra Peterson, Helen Jones (Ronnie), and Linda Necaise; and many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.
Donnie found happiness in life’s simple pleasures. He enjoyed reading, watching television, hunting, fishing, and most of all, spending time visiting with family and friends. A faithful Christian of the Roman Catholic faith, he lived with humility, generosity, and an unwavering love for his family.
The family would like to extend their deepest gratitude to the Biloxi VA Home-Based Primary Care (HBPC) and Hospice Team, the Vital Caring Hospice Team, his devoted daily care assistant, Cheryl Drean, and to Gloria Ann “Granny” Ladner and Amy Flynt for their loving support, compassion, and care during his final days.
Though he will be deeply missed, Donnie’s legacy of love, service, faith, and family will live on in the hearts of all who were blessed to know him.
Visitation
December 20, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
St. Matthew Catholic Church of White Cypress
27074 St. Matthew Church Road
Perkinston, MS 39573
Funeral Service
December 20, 2025 | 12:00 p.m.
St. Matthew Catholic Church of White Cypress
Interment immediately following Mass
Crane Creek Baptist Church Cemetery
30040 Crane Creek Road
Perkinston, MS 39573
A reception will follow at Crane Creek Baptist Church.