OBITUARIES
Robert "Bobby" H. Bates, Jr.
Aug 31, 2024
Robert H. “Bobby Bates, Jr, age 68, of Pass Christian, passed away on August 31, 2024, in Pass Christian.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert H. Bates, Sr and Barbara Hartley Bates; a sister, Patricia Stepp; and a nephew, Larry Bates, Jr.
Bobby is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Jacquelyn “Jackie” Fennell Bates; his children, Brandy...
Evan Baker
Aug 30, 2024
Evan W. Baker, age 63, of Waveland, passed away on Friday, August 30, 2024.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Waveland is honored to serve the Baker family.
Armand Germaine Brown
Aug 30, 2024
Armand Germaine Brown began a much deserved and well earned eternal rest on August 30, 2024 at the young age of 49 years. Armand was a lifelong sports fan never wavering in his devotion to his Spurs, Celtics and Steelers. He was also an aficionado with a grill and a connoisseur of all things automobile. He worked for over 14...
Cragin Allen Gilbert, Sr.
Aug 30, 2024
To those of you who knew Cragin Gilbert Sr., you know he deserves a most unique obituary. He will forever remain in our hearts as the most steadfastly devoted and tenderhearted husband and daddy. His humble beginnings in Millry, AL on January 15, 1945, born to Elizabeth Anne and Cragin Gilbert, our late beloved grandparents, stayed near to his heart...
James William Keeler
Aug 29, 2024
James William Keeler, age 59, of Mobile, Alabama passed away on August 29, 2024.
James was a native of Orange, California. He was a member of the U.S. Air Force and the National Guard. He loved collecting Japanese items, fishing and bowling. He was of the Buddhist faith.
James was preceded in death by his father, William Keeler. His is survived by...
Carolyn Nix
Aug 29, 2024
Carolyn Nix, born on December 17, 1932, in Porterdale, Georgia, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2024, in Biloxi, Mississippi. A devoted daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Carolyn was cherished by her family and friends alike. She is survived by her two children, Deborah Nix and Howard Nix, along with her daughter-in-law, Lynne Nix and Jimae Haynes. Carolyn's legacy...
George "G.T." Thomas Long
Aug 29, 2024
George “G.T.” Thomas Long, age 28, passed away on August 29, 2024, in Vancleave, MS.
Born at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, Mississippi, he graduated from Vancleave High School in 2014. G.T. had a passion for boating, music, food, and Harley Davidsons. He loved spending time at the river, swimming, camping, and enjoying the great outdoors. Known for his charming...
Ottis Lee Shelton
Aug 28, 2024
Ottis Lee Shelton, age 86, of Biloxi, passed away on August 28, 2024.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Harold John Breal, Jr.
Aug 28, 2024
Harold John Breal, Jr, age 81, of Biloxi, passed away on August 28, 2024.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold J. Breal and Rissa Parker Breal; 2 sisters, Kay Breal Albritton and Joan Breal Perdue; his father and mother-in-law, W. Quin and Blanche Buckley Williamson; a sister-in-law, Bobbye Detwiler; and a brother-in-law, Henry “Chip” Williamson.
Mr. Breal is survived...
Mary Jean Lassabe
Aug 27, 2024
Mary Jean Lassabe, age 79 of Gulfport, passed away Tuesday, August 27, 2024.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Pass Christian, is serving the family.
Memories and condolences may be shared at www.riemannfamily.com .
Susan "Dianne" Skok
Aug 27, 2024
Susan “Dianne” Skok, daughter of the late Raymond Alex Bracknell and Ethel Marie Bracknell (Woods), was born December 3, 1954, in Gulfport, Mississippi. She passed away peacefully on August 27, 2024, in her home.
She is survived by her husband, Albert Henry Skok; her four children, Brian Skok (Stephanie), Bradley Skok (Brittany), Christopher Skok (Andie), and Cassandra Carl (Mark); her siblings...
Genn Robert Bjorndahl
Aug 27, 2024
Glenn Robert Bjorndahl, age 84, passed away on August 27th 2024 in Biloxi, MS. He was a resident of Baton Rouge for 48 years, and lived in Biloxi for the last 7 years.
He was born in Hawley, MN in 1940. In 1959 he enlisted in the United States Navy and served 10 years as a Seabee during the Vietnam War.
He...
Mark Warren
Aug 27, 2024
Mark Anthony Warren, age 64, born on April 24, 1960, passed away on Tuesday, August 27th, 2024.
Mark was a loving and devoted son, brother, husband, father, uncle, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He always enjoyed spending time with his wife, Janet, and taking pictures of them doing the things they loved to do together the most. He had a love for music...
Sylvia Benevidias McNeill
Aug 26, 2024
Sylvia Benevidias McNeill, age 89, of Gulfport, passed away on Monday, August 26, 2024, at the home of her son, William, in Newaygo, MI.
Mrs. McNeill is preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Howard F. McNeill, Sr; her parents, Woodrow J. Benevidias and Genevieve Walker Benevidias; and a son-in-law, Ronald Davis.
She is survived by her 5 children, Howard...
Robert Jay Serata
Aug 26, 2024
Robert “Bob” Serata – 05.10.1950 ~ 08.26.2024
A non-traditional obituary for a non- traditional guy
It was a dark and stormy night when Bob gave up the fight. Not really, it was just a mundane Monday afternoon, August 26, 2024, in his own home the way he wanted it. During his last weeks, prayers were answered. He was surrounded by love from...
Betty Lou Ladner
Aug 26, 2024
Betty Lou Ladner, age 86, of the Dedeaux Community, passed away in the early morning hours of August 26, 2024. Mrs. Ladner passed peacefully in her sleep to be in the arms of her beloved Savior, Jesus Christ.
Mrs. Ladner was a homemaker and matriarch of Diamond L Farms in Pass Christian. She was a member of Sacred Heart Church of...
Barbara R. Vanderhoof
Aug 25, 2024
Barbara Ruth Vanderhoof was born on October 3rd, 1958, in Mobile, Alabama to the late Edward T. and Ruth Greeley. Barbara died at her home in Mobile on Sunday, August 25th, 2024, after suffering from Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis lung disease for the last 20 years.
She was preceded in death by her son, Kenneth Vanderhoof, her parent, and brothers, Edward T...
Franklin LeRoy Lewis
Aug 25, 2024
MSgt. Franklin LeRoy Lewis (USAF – Retired), age 91, passed away on August 25th 2024 in Saucier, Mississippi.
He was born on June 22, 1933 in Smith County, Kansas to Johnny Raymond Lewis and Chloe Gardner Lewis and joined the United States Air Force in 1955. He became an Air Traffic Controller, served bravely for 23 years, receiving the Bronze Star...
Richard Smith Perusse
Aug 24, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Richard Smith Perusse, who departed this life on August 24, 2024. Born to Joseph Stephen Perusse, Sr. and Marie Smith Perusse Reed, Richard led a life marked by warmth, friendship, and dedication. He was a proud graduate of Gulfport High School and furthered his education at Mississippi State University,...
Billy Joe Hill
Aug 24, 2024
Billy Joe Hill - late of Biloxi, passed away Saturday, August 24, 2024, at the age of 92.
Billy was born August 12, 1932, to Francis 'Major' Hill and Gracie Hill, and was one of 3 sons.
Billy came to Biloxi as a young man and entered the Air Force, where he was based out of Keesler Air Force Base...
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