WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, R-Miss., today released the following statement after learning of the passing of former Biloxi mayor A.J. Holloway:

“A.J. Holloway was a force for the city of Biloxi during his impressive 22-year career in public service.  As a city councilman and mayor he helped revive the region’s economy and later was instrumental in the city’s recovery from Hurricane Katrina.  He was also a standout college football player, helping Ole Miss win a national championship in 1960.  Gayle and I send our deepest sympathies and prayers to his wife, Macklyn, and their entire family.”