OBITUARIES
Robert William Nickels
Jan 24, 2025
Robert “Bert” William Nickels, age 53, of Gulfport, passed away on Friday, January 24, 2025.
He was proceeded in death by his parents, Gene and Jackie Nickels, and brother, Donnie Johnson.
Rob is survived by his ex-wife, Andrea Boney Nickels Ackerman; his son, Kyle (Heather) Nickels; and two grandchildren, Mason and Emily Nickels of Prattville, Alabama; his brothers Gene “Ed” (Raquel) Nickels,...
William 'Bill' Frances Boswell
Jan 23, 2025
William 'Bill' Frances Boswell, age 62, late of Ocean Springs, MS – Passed away peacefully, into the arms of his Savior, with his family by his side on, Thursday, January 23, 2025, at the University of Alabama Birmingham Hospital.
Bill was born on April 20, 1962, in Biloxi, MS to Charles & Fran Boswell. Throughout his life, Bill was an outdoor...
Charles Richard Currie
Jan 23, 2025
Following a struggle with brain cancer, Charles departed this life on January 23, 2025 at age 73.
He is survived by two brothers, Jim Currie (Laura) and Bill Currie (Darlene), six nephews and nieces, sister-in-law, Debbie Johnson, and his late wife’s two step-children, Lance Power and Laurel McLaughlin.
Charles was the second of three boys born to James R. Currie and Helen...
David Earl Hawley
Jan 23, 2025
David Earl Hawley, born on May 6, 1938, in Oklahoma, fell asleep in death on Thursday, January 23, 2025, in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, at the age of 86. David was a skilled and dedicated Structural Engineer known for his exceptional attention to detail and commitment to excellence. He earned an Associate's Degree in Engineering, which allowed him to make meaningful...
Clara E. Barreto Bravo (Clara Frost)
Jan 22, 2025
Clara E. Barreto-Bravo (Clara Frost), a cherished wife, devoted mother, and beloved grandmother, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2025, in D'Iberville, Mississippi. Born on September 23, 1947, in Puerto Rico, Clara carried with her the vibrant spirit of her birthplace throughout her life.
A dedicated educator, Clara made a profound impact as she taught French, English, and Spanish in various...
Lawrence Edwin Carver, Jr.
Jan 22, 2025
Lawrence Edwin Carver Jr., age 87 of Bay St. Louis, MS passed away on Wednesday January 22, 2025, in Diamondhead, MS. He was a resident of New Orleans, Louisiana.
Lawrence was preceded in death by brothers Donald J. Carver, Sr. and Kenneth Ray Carver; sister Bonnie M. Evans; nephews David W. Carver, Charles Cook Jr., and Derek W. Evans; parents, Edwin...
Norma Shafer Gregory
Jan 22, 2025
Norma Shafer Gregory, a beloved matriarch and cherished member of her community, passed from this life on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, in Winter Garden, Florida, at the age of 93. Born on January 22, 1932, in Jackson, Mississippi, daughter of Arthur & Kate Shafer, Norma lived a life filled with love, devotion, and commitment to her family and faith.
A proud...
Danniel Robert Glenn
Jan 21, 2025
Danniel Robert Glenn, 56, of Pass Christian passed away January 21st, 2025. Arrangements are private with Riemann Family Funeral Home, Pass Christian assisting the family.
Randy Dean Lewis
Jan 21, 2025
Randy Dean Lewis, a beloved father and ‘Paw Paw’, passed away unexpectedly at home on January 21, 2025, at the age of 60. Born on July 18, 1964, in Southport, NC, Randy brought joy and warmth to everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. He was a proud graduate of the West Brunswick High School Class of 1981, a...
Jerry Allen Burghout
Jan 21, 2025
Jerry Allen Burghout, age 89, of Greenville, FL, passed away on January 21, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Ingrid Schnabel Fox
Jan 20, 2025
Ingrid Schnabel Fox, age 86, passed away on January 20, 2025 in Biloxi, MS.
She was born on February 28, 1938 in Stuttgart, Germany to Wilhelm Schnabel and Rosa Duemmler Schnabel.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Wilhelm Schnabel and Rosa Duemmler Schnabel; and daughter, Carol R. Robershaw.
She is survived by her husband of 63 years, John E. Fox, Jr....
Carol Ann Waldrop Campbell
Jan 20, 2025
Carol Ann Waldrop Campbell, a beloved matriarch and cherished member of the Gulfport community, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 20, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on April 5, 1948, in Biloxi, Mississippi, Carol was a lifelong resident of Gulfport, where she cultivated deep connections and a profound love for her family and community.
A proud graduate of Gulfport...
Brenda K Hart
Jan 19, 2025
Brenda K. Hart, 73, of Biloxi, MS passed away January 19th, 2025. Arrangements are private with Riemann Family Funeral Home, Biloxi assisting the family.
Terry E. Joffrion
Jan 19, 2025
Terry Ellis Joffrion passed away on January 19, 2025 in Gulfport, MS.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ellis Arthur Joffrion, and Mildred Sullivan Joffrion; and his stepsons, Stephen Blair Simpson and Richard Edward Harrison.
Terry is survived by the love of his life and soul mate, Beth Newman Joffrion; his daughters, Rene Britt (David) and Maria Preston (Eddie); his...
Edward A Gamard III
Jan 18, 2025
On January 18th, 2025, the world lost a much-treasured man. Edward Alphonse Gamard III, 80, was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother, and friend. He passed away at Memorial Hospital in Gulfport, MS surrounded by family.
Edward, more commonly called “Slicky”, was born on July 17th, 1944, in Birmingham, AL to Stella and Edward Gamard Jr. He grew up in...
Helen Frances McIntosh
Jan 18, 2025
Helen McIntosh (affectionately known as “Hanny”), age 91, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, January 18, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents, James O McIntosh and Myrtie Mae Tucker McIntosh, and her brother, James O McIntosh, Jr. She is survived by her sister, Mildred Quinn, and four nieces, Jeanne, Judy, Janet and Marylin.
Hanny dedicated over...
Dianne Helen Licklider
Jan 18, 2025
DIANNE HELEN LICKLIDER
Biloxi, MS
We are saddened to announce the passing of our Queen, our loving and cherished wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, and friend to all whose lives she touched. She departed our world peacefully and gained her angel wings on January 18, 2025. She was in her 87th year.
Dianne was born a green-eyed, Irish beauty, on April 22, 1937,...
Dennis "Denny" Paul Prescott
Jan 17, 2025
Dennis Paul Prescott, age 62, of Bismark, AR passed away on January 17, 2025.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Paul & Emma Prescott; his brother-in-law, Mendy Deas; and his nephew Mendel Deas Jr.
Dennis is survived by his five sisters, Lynn, Cathy, Nancy, Debbie, and Liz.
The loss of our brother has broken our hearts and will forever be missed.
Dennis...
Dennis Paul Prescott
Jan 17, 2025
Dennis Paul Prescott, age 62, of Bismark, AR, passed away on January 17, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Brenda Joyce Davis
Jan 17, 2025
Brenda Joyce Davis passed away on January 17, 2025, at the age of 76. Born December 11, 1948, in Mobile, Alabama, she called Gulfport home since 1975. She was preceded in death by her son, Nathaniel Brennen Davis, her parents, Waldma and Zelmer Alston, and her sister, Earline Robinson.
Brenda met her love of 59 years, Ray Davis, in 1963. After...
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