OBITUARIES
John Elmer Havelin
Jan 14, 2025
John Elmer Havelin, age 59, passed away on January 14, 2025 in Biloxi.
He is preceded in death by his father, Elmer Havelin;
He is survived by his mother, Helen Havelin of Biloxi; daughter, Megan Marie Havelin; sister, Deborah Savage (James) of Biloxi; and several nieces and nephews.
A private memorial service will held at a later date.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Biloxi served...
Ronnie "Ron" Dale Bond
Jan 14, 2025
Ronnie “Ron” Dale Bond, 76 of Saucier, passed away on January 14, 2025 at the Singing River Hospital in Gulfport. Ron was born on September 5, 1948 in Saucier, MS. He is preceded in death by his wife of 41 years, Patricia Bond; his parents; and brother, Bruce Bond.
Ron joined the United States Army and was a Vietnam Veteran. After...
Virginia Lee Mladinich
Jan 13, 2025
On January 13, 2025, with her family by her side, Virginia Rowe Mladinich passed away peacefully, her exuberant spirit leaving an everlasting impression on all who knew her.
Virginia once described the original White Pillars Restaurant & Lounge as a place for creating “memorable occasions,” and she embraced that very spirit in every chapter of her life. Known for her warm...
John Joseph Cucuzza, Jr.
Jan 13, 2025
John Joseph Cucuzza, Jr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on January 13, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi, at the age of 77. Born on March 12, 1947, in Bradford, Pennsylvania, John was a proud veteran who served in the United States Air Force, ultimately retiring as a Master Sergeant. His commitment to his country was paralleled by...
Bettie Faye Toombs
Jan 13, 2025
Bettie Faye Burton Toombs, affectionately known as "Miss Bettie" by her family and friends, passed away on Monday, January 13, 2025, at the age of 80. She was born to A.W. and Willie Burton in 1944 in Philadelphia, Neshoba County, Mississippi. As the daughter of a sharecropper, she spent her early years working in the cotton fields alongside her cherished...
Betty J. McQueen
Jan 13, 2025
Betty J. McQueen, age 83, of Bay St. Louis, passed away peacefully at her home on January 13, 2025.
She was born January 31, 1941 to Joseph Marvin and Clara Belle Richard of the Lorraine community. Mrs. McQueen attended Woolmarket High School and graduated from Harrison Central High School. She was a lifelong resident of the Gulf Coast and was a...
Doyle Moran
Jan 11, 2025
Doyle Vincent Moran, age 43, of Diamondhead, passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2025.
He is preceded in death by his father, Dale Antony Moran; his paternal grandparents, Vincent Moran Sr. and Ilanth Mary Moran; and his maternal grandparents, John Connor and Viola Connor.
Doyle is survived by his wife of four years, Amelia Ann Moran; his children; Zay Moran, Zoë Moran,...
Warren Cressey, II
Jan 10, 2025
In Loving Memory of Warren Ashton Cressey II
November 27, 1958 – January 10, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Warren Ashton Cressey II, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, who peacefully departed this life on January 10, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi. Born on November 27, 1958, in Groveland, Florida, Warren Ashton Cressey II was a man...
Billy Wayne Mullen
Jan 10, 2025
Billy Wayne Mullen, age 63, of Wiggins, passed away on January 10, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Henrietta Minor Click
Jan 9, 2025
Henrietta Minor Click, a respected member of her community and devoted matriarch, passed away on January 9, 2025, at St. Joseph Hospice in Gulfport, Mississippi, at the age of 91. Born on June 27, 1933, in Macon, Georgia, she was a focused problem-solver and creative go-getter throughout her life.
Henrietta dedicated over 27 years to her career as the...
Major Keith Garner
Jan 9, 2025
Kenneth “Keith” Levon Garner, a beloved member of the Biloxi community, passed away at the age of 49 on January 9, 2025.
He was a proud native of the Mississippi Gulf Coast and dedicated his life to serving others. Keith earned a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, a Master's of Business Administration, and graduated from Northwestern University’s Leadership School, culminating his...
Alice M. Scafidi
Jan 8, 2025
Alice M. Scafidi, beloved matriarch and lifelong resident of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away peacefully at her residence on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at the age of 92. Born on December 10, 1932, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Alice embodied warmth, kindness, and an enduring spirit that touched the lives of many throughout her remarkable journey.
Alice was a devoted family member, leaving...
Nell Renwick Williams
Jan 8, 2025
Nell R Williams, age 102, currently of Long Beach MS, formerly of Monroe, LA, passed away peacefully January 8, 2025.
She was born on July 20, 1922 and lived a life full of love for her family, a passion for gardening, and a special fondness for the color blue.
Known affectionately as “Noni” to her family and friends, she was deeply...
Grace Musmeci Mauterer
Jan 7, 2025
Grace Musmeci Mauterer, age 97, of Diamondhead, MS passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 7, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Edwin A. Mauterer Jr. and is survived by her son Edwin A. III, and his wife, Therese Mauterer. She is loved and survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Grace was the daughter of the...
Arthur Louis Delaughter
Jan 7, 2025
Arthur Louis Delaughter, a cherished father, brother, grandfather, and friend, entered into eternal rest on January 7, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi, at the age of 77. Born in Ponchatoula, Louisiana on October 18, 1947, Arthur lived a life of service and dedication that touched the hearts of many.
Arthur proudly served his country as an Army Veteran, attaining the rank of...
Laura Goodman
Jan 7, 2025
Laura Goodman, 99, of Bay St. Louis, MS passed away January 7th, 2025. Riemann Family Funeral Home, Waveland is assisting the family.
Janet DeSloover
Jan 6, 2025
Janet DeSloover, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, entered into eternal rest peacefully and surrounded by her loving family on January 6, 2025, at her home in Saucier, Mississippi. Born on December 14, 1946. She was born and raised in Mississippi and returned to the coast after 45 years in Richmond, KY. Janet lived a life filled...
Jesse Wayne James Truax
Jan 5, 2025
Jesse Wayne James Truax passed away peacefully on January 5, 2025, at his home in Foxworth Mississippi. Jesse was born on July 15, 1949, at Gulfport Memorial Hospital and raised in Gulfport, Mississippi.
Jesse attended St Thomas Catholic School, Long Beach, MS, Notre Dame School, Biloxi, MS, Holy Cross High School in New Orleans, LA, LSU in Baton Rouge and...
Jessie Marie Eck
Jan 5, 2025
Jessie Marie Eck, passed away on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at the age of 87 in Gulfport, Mississippi.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Joseph R.P. Eck; father, Carl F. McDonald; mother, Grace Cure McDonald; and sister, Carol Whitehead.
Jessie is survived by her daughter, Julie Morris; son, John (Connie) Eck; sister, May Parnow; and grandchildren, Braxton Bowling, Jesse...
Alicia Boles
Jan 5, 2025
Alicia Boles, 43, of Bay St. Louis, MS passed away January 5th, 2025. Riemann Family Funeral Home, Waveland is assisting the family locally. Crowder Funeral Home in Dickinson, TX is assisting with funeral arrangements.
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