OBITUARIES
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,...
Robert James Mount, Jr.
Jan 26, 2025
Robert James Mount, Jr., age 62, passed away on January 26, 2025 at Lakeview Nursing Center. He was born in Brookhaven, MS but a lifelong resident of Biloxi. He graduated from Biloxi High School in the Class of 1980, and graduated from Jefferson Davis Community College with Associates in Business Administration.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert James...
Walter Ray Hammons
Jan 26, 2025
Walter Ray Hammons, born February 1, 1940, in Long Beach, MS went home to be with his Lord and Savior on January 26, 2025. He was the beloved son of Robert Franklin Hammons and Bertha Mae Allen. Walter Ray was raised in Long Beach by his father and loving stepmother, Mertis Anita Beech.
Walter Ray was preceded in death by loving...
Tony Michael Angrisano
Jan 26, 2025
Tony Michael Angrisano, 72, of Pass Christian MS, entered into eternal rest on January 26th, 2025. Arrangements are private with Riemann Family Funeral Home, Pass Christian assisting the family.
Helen Louise Thomas
Jan 26, 2025
Helen Louise Thomas, a resident of Gulfport, died January 26, 2025, at home.
She was born in Sherman, MS, September 27, 1927. She had 2 younger brothers, Edward and Charles. Due to her mother’s illness, all of the children were placed in an orphanage run by Georgia Tann in Memphis, TN. Helen and Charles were adopted by Mr. and Mrs. McKinley...
Father Thomas Carthage White
Jan 26, 2025
Fr. Thomas Carthage White, age 85, of Biloxi, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 26, 2025.
Father was a native of Cahir, Ireland, attending St. Joseph High School, Cahir and St. John Seminary, Waterford.
He was ordained for the Diocese of Natchez-Jackson on June 14, 1964 at the Cathedral of the Most Holy Trinity in Waterford. Father White served as an assistant...
Ryan Wesley Plant
Jan 25, 2025
Ryan Wesley Plant, age 46, longtime resident of Summit County, CO, passed away tragically during a snowboarding trip with friends in Steamboat Springs, CO, January 25, 2025.
A beloved son, friend, adventurer, and all-around extraordinary human being, Ryan was preceded in death by his grandparents, Hazel and Robert Willing of Sharptown, Maryland, and Dorothy J. Montague and Thomas E. Plant of...
Leon 'Robbie' Edward Robertson
Jan 25, 2025
Leon 'Robbie' Edward Robertson, age 86, of D'Iberville, MS, passed away peacefully on January 25, 2025, in Ocean Springs, MS. He was born on February 6, 1938, in Phenix City, Alabama, to Leon and Lucille Robertson.
He served in the US Marine Corps from 1956-1958, where he played the trombone in the US Marine Band. During this time, he was assigned...
Rodney Eldon Kruse
Jan 25, 2025
Rodney Eldon Kruse, age 71, of Gulfport, passed away on January 25, 2025.
He is preceded in death by his parents Glen and Barbara Kruse, and his loving companion, Reba.
He is survived by his son. Eldon (Erika); his siblings, Buster Kruse, Sarah Kruse Fenton, and Barbara; his grandchildren, Hazelyn L. Kruse, Sheldon Moran, and Braylea Jordan. He was the best Paw...
Mary "Nell" Harmon
Jan 25, 2025
Mary “Nell” Harmon passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 25, 2025 at her home surrounded by her family in Oakland, TN. She was 83 years old.
Nell worked as a dental assistant/receptionist then moved on to Harrison County Sheriffs Department operating the County Farm. She loved working in her yard growing all kinds of flowers and enjoying time with her children...
Jasper "Jay" Davis
Jan 25, 2025
Jasper “Jay” Davis was born in Huntsville, AL on August 31,1948, and passed away in Ocean Springs, MS on January 25, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his wife Linda, his parents Verlon and Claudine and his brother Wayne.
Jay served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War and retired with Honorable discharge after almost 21 decorated years...
Kerry Justice
Jan 25, 2025
Kerry Justice, a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on January 25, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi. He is fondly remembered for his robust spirit and the joy he brought to those around him.
Kerry had a fulfilling career, retiring from Billy Harris Plumbing, where he was known for his strong work ethic and commitment to excellence. Outside of work, Kerry...
Bruce Young
Jan 25, 2025
Walter “Bruce” Young, age 66, of Long Beach, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025, in Long Beach.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Lauren Young; his father, William Young; a brother-in-law, Daniel Haulsee; and a sister-in-law, Toni Lott.
He is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Donna Parks Young, Long Beach; his son, Derek Young, Long Beach;...
Richard Walters
Jan 25, 2025
Richard Walters, born on January 22, 1950, in Indiana, passed away on January 25, 2025, in Biloxi. He lived a life dedicated to both his profession and the family around him.
Richard was a devoted Finance Manager for a manufacturing company, where he made significant contributions through his expertise and commitment to excellence. His educational background, which included a Bachelor's degree,...
Joe Perez, Jr.
Jan 25, 2025
Joe Perez, Jr., a cherished member of his community, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at his residence in Biloxi, Mississippi, at the age of 88. Born on October 2, 1936, in San Antonio, Texas, Joe led a life marked by dedication, service, and a deep love for his family.
Joe retired after an impressive 23-year career as a Safety...
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