Benjamin Virgilio

Benjamin Wayne Virgilio, age 80, of Biloxi, passed away on March 6, 2021.

Mr. Virgilio was a native of Beaumont, Texas.  He had a BA in Business Administration, from American University.  He was a Major in the United States Air Force and retired after 27 years.  Benjamin was the Health Services Administrator at Keesler Air Force Base.

Benjamin was an avid fisherman and excellent photographer.  He was a member of the Bassmaster, NRA, and the Mosaic Church.

Mr. Virgilio was preceded in death by his wife, Kay Virgilio; his mother, Deola Dejean; and his sister, Phyllis Labbe.

Benjamin is survived by his children, Anthony Wayne (Kathleen) Virgilio and Damone Scot (Sherry) Virgilio; and his grandchildren, Brittani Virgilio, and Madison Virgilio.

Benjamin was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather.  He was a kind and decent man who loved his family dearly.

In lieu of flowers the family ask that donations be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, www.woundedwarrior.org

The funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, March 11, 2021, at RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 274 Beauvoir Road, Biloxi, with a visitation for family and friends starting at 10:30 a.m.  Burial will follow at Biloxi National Cemetery, Biloxi.  Face masks are requested to be worn as well as social distancing.

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