Kenny Gilmore, Jr.

“I am the resurrection and the life: he that believeth in me, though he were dead, yet shall he live: and whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die. Believest thou this?” John 11:25–26

Kenny L. Gilmore, Jr., affectionately known as “Lil Kenny,” was born on March 25, 1999, to Tiquana Price and Kenny L. Gilmore, Sr. On January 17, he peacefully answered his Master’s call at his home in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.

Lil Kenny was preceded in death by his grandfather, James “BayBoy” Price; his uncle, Darrius Morris; and his maternal and paternal great-grandparents.

A proud graduate of St. Martin High School in Ocean Springs, MS, Kenny, Jr. was a dedicated student-athlete who played football and built lifelong friendships along the way. In August 2018, he completed the Walmart Pathways Foundation program in Picayune, MS. His strong work ethic carried him into roles such as Team Lead at Keesler Air Force Base in Gulfport, MS.

Driven and ambitious, Kenny, Jr. earned his associate degree in welding, achieving recognition on the President’s List. He went on to build a successful career as a traveling first-class welder, a profession that allowed him to showcase his skill, discipline, and determination.

Beyond his accomplishments, Lil Kenny will be remembered for the joy he found in life’s simple pleasures. He was a devoted Philadelphia Eagles fan and loved unwinding with video games after a long day’s work.

Kenny, Jr. leaves his precious memories and legacy to be cherished by his loving mother, Tiquana Price; father, Kenny Gilmore, Sr.; sister, Ken’ya Gilmore; brothers, Dmarea Price, Ken’ny Gilmore and Connor Higginbothan; special friend, Kaylee Jones; grandmothers, Brenda Price and Kimberly Gilmore; grandfather, Kenneth Bolar (Tamika); godfather, Draeshund Magee; aunts, Lakisha Price, Nic’Kendrick Flot, Kellye Bolar, Kelsey Bolar, Tyionne Bolar, and Patricia Bolar; uncles, Sedwick Price (Pam), Corey Price, Kenny Lee Bolar, Alophonse Bolar, Keon Bolar, and Tyler Bolar; great-uncles, Robert Varnado, Hollis Bolar, Jr., Vernon Price, Lavern Guy (Kendra), and Rev. John Guy; great-aunts, Desma Carter (Benjamin), Drester Smith, Camille Gilmore, Rolanda Gilmore, Michelle Gilmore, Pamela Bolar, Mary Bolar-Bryd, and Tanesha Bolar-Lee; and a host of cousins and friends.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Pleasant Valley Baptist Church, 501 Weems Street, Picayune, MS 39466. Visitation will be held one hour prior to service time. Rev. Wyman Gaulden, Pastor, and Rev. John Guy will officiate the service.

Infinity Funeral Home extends our condolences to the family of Kenny Gilmore Jr. For inquiries, call 228-436-6722.