OBITUARIES
Lewie Merrill
Feb 1, 2025
Lewie Merrill, age 91, of Biloxi, passed away on February 1, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Barbara Ann Stacks
Feb 1, 2025
Barbara Ann Stacks, age 78, of Gulfport, MS passed away February 1, 2025, in Biloxi, MS. She was born in Altoona, Alabama to Clarence and Susie Hunter. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Travis Stacks Sr., three brothers, and three sisters.
She enjoyed spending family time with her children and grandchildren. Barbara leaves her cherished memories to...
Celia Frances Waterbury
Feb 1, 2025
Celia Frances Stewart {C C} Waterbury, of Gulfport, MS, with her family at her home, was called to her Heavenly home on February 1, 2025.
Celia was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Robert E. Waterbury of Gulfport, MS, on January 17, 2021; her parents, also of Gulfport, MS, Alvah T. Stewart Sr. and Gonzula Nelson Stewart; and...
Milivoj Marinkovic
Jan 31, 2025
Milivoj Marinkovic, 67, of San Leon, Texas passed away January 31, 2025. Arrangements are private with Riemann Family Funeral Home, Waveland assisting the family.
Norene Whitehead
Jan 31, 2025
Norene Whitehead, 79, of Gulfport, MS passed away January 31, 2025 Services are private with Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport assisting the family.
Robbie Joan "Jo" Walters
Jan 31, 2025
Robbie Joan “Jo” Walters, 89, of Gulfport, MS passed away peacefully surrounded by family on January 31, 2025.
Jo was born in Clarksdale, MS on June 27, 1935. She moved to Gulfport and graduated from Gulfport High School in 1953. After high school she went to work for Harris Lumber, where she worked for many years. In 1976, Jo began her...
Thomas Anthony Reed
Jan 30, 2025
Thomas Anthony Reed, age 68, of Long Beach, passed away on January 30, 2025.
A graveside service will be held at 12:30 pm, Wednesday, February 12,2025, at Biloxi National Cemetery.
The Riemann Family Funeral Home, Long Beach, is serving the family.
Jimmy Olyn Miles, Jr.
Jan 30, 2025
Jimmy Olyn Miles, Jr., born on December 18, 1976, in Bad Windsheim, Germany, passed away on January 30, 2025. He was a beloved son, father, brother, grandfather, and friend whose craftsmanship and warm spirit touched the lives of many.
Jimmy dedicated the majority of his life to his career as a carpenter, a testament to his exceptional skill and passion for...
Richard D Beeson
Jan 30, 2025
Capt. Richard D Beeson, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on January 30, 2025, in Long Beach, Mississippi, where he was born on July 7, 1947.
A proud veteran, Capt. Beeson served his country with honor in the U.S. Army from 1968 to 1972 during the Vietnam era. His commitment to service extended beyond his military duties and was...
Eleanor Rose Marsh
Jan 30, 2025
Eleanor Rose Willison Marsh, 90, died Thursday, January 30, 2025, in Waveland. Mrs. Marsh was a native of Stark Township, Ohio, and a long-time resident of Waveland, MS. She was an active parishioner of St. Clare Parish and a member of the Knights of Columbus No. 1522, American Legion Post 77, and the Waveland Civic Association.
She was preceded in death...
Keith M. Van Doren
Jan 29, 2025
Keith M. Van Doren, age 93, of Gulfport, entered into eternal rest on January 29, 2025.
Keith was born to Katherine and Albert H. Van Doren of Royal Oak, MI. Keith was the husband of Evelyne L. Van Doren “Lynne”.
He was a twenty-six-year destroyer sailor, and recruit “Company Commander” training recruits. After Naval retirement, Keith was employed as a repair instructor...
Mary Faye Woodcock
Jan 29, 2025
Mary Faye Woodcock, age 72, of Pass Christian, MS passed away on January 29, 2025, in Gulfport, MS. She was born in Biloxi, Mississippi to Jack Oscar and Isabelle Hebert Schonewitz. Mary was preceded in death by her parents Jack and Isabelle Schonewitz, four sisters Annabell Wescovich, Jacqueline Puzz, Judy Ann Johnson, Stellar Schonewitz, two brothers William Jerry Schonewitz and...
Truman Heath Ray
Jan 28, 2025
Truman Heath Ray, age 53 of Gulfport, passed away Tuesday, January 28, 2025.
He is preceded in death by his daughter, Destiny Ray; parents, Gayle and Rhonwyn Pendergrass Ray; and grandparents, Carl and Geraldine Pendergrass.
Truman is survived by his partner in life for 20 years, Athena Cuevas; daughter, Chelsie Bradford (Trey); son Blake Ross; brother, Chris Ray; and grandchildren, Brynleigh Ray,...
Robert William Windham
Jan 28, 2025
Robert William Windham
September 19, 1968 – January 28, 2025
Rob peacefully passed away after a 3 year battle with cancer, Tuesday January 28, 2025, in Gulfport, MS.
He was born in Marrero, LA but was a resident in Diamondhead, MS for many years. Rob's parents are Linda M. Bonvillian (Eddie) of McComb, MS, and Larry Windham (Vicki) of Moselle, MS.
Rob is survived...
Lawrence "Larry" Willett
Jan 28, 2025
Lawrence “Larry” Willett, 63 of Gulfport, MS passed away on January 28, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on June 20,1961 at Warner Robbins Air Force Base in Georgia. Larry is preceded in death by his mother, Betty Walker; father, Nelson Willett; brother, Leslie Bigelow; sister, Theresa McQuillen; and nephew, Michael McQuillen.
Larry was a...
Bobby Gene Spooner, Jr.
Jan 28, 2025
Bobby Gene Spooner Jr.
September 21, 1956 – January 28, 2025
Bobby Gene Spooner Jr, age 68, of Gulfport, MS, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, January 28, 2025. He was a lifelong resident of Gulfport.
He is preceded in death by his son, Michael Paul Spooner; his parents Charles and Carmen Bowen; his brothers, Roland Spooner and Michael Bowen (Pamela).
He is...
Bernard Anthony Ladner, Sr.
Jan 27, 2025
Bernard Anthony Ladner Sr. was born on August 18, 1957, in Gulfport, MS. He was eight of eleven children to his parents, Mazie and Clifton Ladner. His elementary school and high school were Hancock North Central where he was a member of the Hancock Hawks Basketball team. After high school, he attended Pearl River Community College and Mississippi Gulf Coast...
Elizabeth Newman
Jan 27, 2025
Elizabeth Cunningham Newman
November 10, 1934
Gulfport, MS
Elizabeth Cunningham Newman, age 90, went home to her Lord and Savior on January 27, 2025.
Elizabeth was born in Jackson, Mississippi to Blanche Didlake and Oliver E. Cunningham on November 10, 1934. She grew up in Jackson and graduated from Central High School in 1952. Elizabeth attended Millsaps College in Jackson, MS and graduated from...
Paul Fremont Burnett Jr
Jan 27, 2025
Paul Fremont Burnett Jr., born on December 8, 1934 in Ohio, passed away on January 27, 2025 in Saucier, Mississippi. He lived a life marked by dedication and service, culminating in a fulfilling career as a Cross County Truck Driver for 18 years, where he exemplified the commitment and hard work that define the profession.
In addition to his successful career,...
Ann B. White
Jan 27, 2025
Ann B. White, 78 of Long Beach passed away on January 27, 2025 at St Joseph’s Hospice. She was born on April 6, 1946 in Gulfport, MS. She is preceded in death by her parents, A.C. Brewer and Lillian R. Creel; and her loving husband of 62 years, George Wallace White III.
Ann graduated from Murphy High School in Mobile, AL,...
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