Kendall Jerome Cuevas

Kendall Jerome Cuevas, age 60 of Woolmarket, passed away at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans, Louisiana, on Thursday, August 8, 2024. He was a talented CAD designer in the shipbuilding industry. Born on September 2, 1963, in Gulfport Mississippi, Kendall was the beloved son of Virgil and Lydia Cuevas. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his grandparents, Levander and Elizabeth Cuevas, and Ignace and Alvena Cuevas. 

Kendall graduated from St. John High School in Gulfport and furthered his education at Mississippi State University. Kendall loved MSU sports, Nascar, and a range of outdoor activities, including golf, hunting, fishing, and car restoration, which he enjoyed alongside his son Keegan.

A man of unwavering faith, family values, and friendship, Kendall's character was defined by his devotion to his loved ones. His wife of 30 years, Sandra Cuevas, stood by his side through thick and thin. Together, they nurtured a close-knit family that included their son, Keegan Cuevas. Kendall is also survived by his beloved brothers and sisters-in-law: Kirt and Caroline Cuevas, Keith and Lori Cuevas, Kevin and Stacey Cuevas, Kerwin and Peggy Cuevas and John and Stacey Keegan, brother-in-law and sister-in-law. In addition, he leaves behind his father-in-law and mother-in-law, John and Diane Keegan, as well as a large and loving extended family, including 8 nieces, 3 nephews, 5 great-nephews, 6 great-nieces, aunts, and numerous other relatives and friends.

Kendall's warm and inclusive nature touched everyone who knew him. He was a devout Catholic and a member of St. Mary Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. His philosophy of "Faith, Family, and Friends" guided his every action, and his kind spirit will be sorely missed by all who had the privilege of his acquaintance.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 15th, at Riemann Family Funeral Home, 11280 Three Rivers Road, Gulfport, MS. The Recitation of the Rosary will be at 6:00 p.m., with the visitation to continue after the Rosary until 8:00 p.m.

On Friday, August 16th, visitation will be held at St. John Catholic Church, Gulfport, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Following Mass, Kendall will be laid to rest at Evergreen Cemetery in Gulfport.

In this time of loss, may we all find solace in the cherished memories Kendall leaves behind and the profound impact he had on all who had the privilege to know him.

The family would like to express their appreciation to the staff at Davita Gulf Islands Kidney Care; with special thanks to Brittany, the Critical Care Team at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans, and the numerous physicians and medical staff that worked with Kendall over the years. The family requests that memorial contributions be made to St Jude Children’s Research Hospital, St. Mary Catholic Church, or the Mississippi Kidney Foundation.

Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family. The online guestbook may be viewed, and memories & photos shared at www.riemannfamily.com