Margaret Ladner

Margaret Ladner, age 86, passed away on December 18, 2020 in Gulfport, MS.
She was born in Saucier to Ollie and Martha Ladner in 1934 and was a lifelong resident of Saucier. She worked for over 35 years for Pass Christian Industries, mostly as a quality inspector. She was a member of Morris Hill Landmark Missionary Baptist Church and was the matriarch of her family.
She is preceded in death by her husband Murphy “Bug” Ladner; parents, Ollie and Martha Ladner; brothers, A.C. Ladner, Eddie Ladner, Cubby Ladner; sister, Gloria “Snooky” Triplett; and two grandchildren, Shelley Johnston and Justin Lizana.
She is survived by her five children, Myron Johnston (Julie) of Saucier, Jody Ladner (Cindy) of Saucier, Marty Ladner (Kathy) of Saucier, Jane Triplett (Flubsy) of Gulfport, Melanie Bond (Timmy) of Saucier; 11 grandchildren, Lauren Seals (Ken) of Saucier, Matt Ladner (Nikki) of Saucier, Madison Anderson (Justin) of Perkinston, Robin Ladner of Saucier, Ashley Ladner of Saucier, Casey Ladner of Saucier, Heath Lizana (Amber) of Gulfport, Heather Lizana of Saucier, Lindsey Fairley (Jason) of Saucier, Allison Fairley (Joe) of Saucier, Courtney Rider (Casey) of Virginia; 18 great-grandchildren; and her siblings, Helen Bentz (Leonard) of Biloxi and Gerald Ladner (Pat) of Saucier.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, December 26, 2020 at 11:00 AM at Saucier Baptist Church, with visitation starting one hour prior to services. Burial will follow at Ollie Ladner Cemetery, Herman Ladner Rd. Saucier.
Fellowship will follow after the service at the home of Margaret Ladner
RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, Gulfport is serving the family.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Morris Hill Landmark Missionary Baptist Church.
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Margaret Ladner
The Matriarch
Her first love was her Lord & Savior Jesus Christ, then her family and friends.
A mom too many throughout her life, she was a coach on and off the field, she was admired and respected by her basketball and softball family and was instrumental in shaping the lives of so many.
A daughter to a daddy and she walked in his footsteps on a daily basis. Being the oldest girl with four brothers she had to be strong and carried that trait throughout her life. A daughter to a mama and exhibited her same strength and courage. They shared a love of gardening and chickens. She was a sister that was always there for her siblings no matter the need. They were always bound by love and sharing good times and bad and she was always the protector of everyone.
The title that molded her patience, strength, and courage was that of mama. Her love for her children was foremost in her daily life. The utmost request she made of her children was for them to be saved so they would all reunite one day in Heaven.
A maw maw that loved her grandchildren and great-grandchildren with her whole heart, but made it clear, she was the “boss”. She looked forward to every visit they shared.
She was immensely happy when looking at old cars, planting a garden, fishing, watching the Atlanta Braves, and most of all adorning her collection of hats.
If you had the opportunity to share a moment of time with her, you would feel blessed to know the person she was.