Gary Seymour

Gary Seymour, age 76, passed away July 14, 2020. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Gary was born November 13, 1943.

Gary was initiated in 1969 as a journeyman wireman with Local Union 903 and was retired. He was a lifetime member of Knights of Columbus 1583 and parishioner of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Gulfport.

He enjoyed Bluegrass Festivals and camping, fishing, watching the Braves and spending time with grandchildren. He was known for his warm heart and witty sense of humor. His laugh and smile were contagious.

He is preceded in death by his father Vincent Anthony and his mother Verda Lee Seymour; his first wife Peggy Seymour; and four brothers, Robert Kenneth, Ronald Stephen, Vincent Anthony and Darryl Seymour. He was also preceded in death by his step-son, Tyler Phillips.

He is survived by his wife of 23 years, Annette. He is also survived by his two children, Rhonda L. Mires and Gary G. Seymour Jr.; his granddaughter, Divinity R. Mires; and his great grandchildren, Lexi-Alexandra Mires and Kingston Mires; along with his step-daughter, Heather Johnson; and three step-grandchildren, Aaliyah, Rico and Tyler.

He will be dearly missed by all.

Due to the pandemic, a private graveside service will be Friday, July 17 ,2020, at 10 am at Gulf Pines Memorial Gardens. Friends are invited to join by Livestream by going to Gary's obituary page at www.riemannfamily.com .

The family will plan a Mass of Christian Burial at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Dream Program, PO Box 2040, Gautier, MS 39553, or http//www.dreamprogram.net .

RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, Gulfport, is serving the family, and memories may be shared at www.riemannfamily.com .