OBITUARIES

Oct 13, 2021

John Anthony Toche age 87, passed away on October 13, 2021.  He was born in Biloxi, Mississippi on January 9th, 1934 to John Adaulph and Mary Toche.

John was a graduate of Notre Dame High School in 1952. During his schooling years, John grew up around the shipyard business, becoming a skilled craftsman before graduating high school....

Oct 13, 2021

Bula S. Freche, age 88, a native of Cecil, GA, and long-time resident of Ocean Springs, MS., passed away in Gulfport, MS on Wednesday, October 13, 2021.

She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Edwin J. Freche, Sr.;

a son, Donald M. Freche; and parents, Ruben Savage and Mittie Rumph.

Bula...

Oct 13, 2021

Shirley Elizabeth Ladner, age 86, of DeLisle, passed away on October 13, 2013.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Levan Ladner; daughter, Marian May; and her parents, Reed Winstead and Beatrice Winstead.

Survivors include her son, Billy Epperson, Bryan Epperson, Wayne Epperson, and Jimmy Epperson; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

A graveside...

Oct 12, 2021

Steven Ray Dobson, age 67 of Woolmarket, passed away on Tuesday, October 12, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his father, James “Brother” Dobson; his mother, Ruby Dobson; and a sister, Jackie McDaniel.

Steve is survived by his wife of 48 years, Cindy Dobson; his children, Jason Dobson (Jamie) and Joe Dobson; his sister,...

Oct 12, 2021

Barbara Anne Aaron age 93, a resident of Ocean Springs, MS., passed away on October 12, 2021 in Ocean Springs.

She is preceded in death by her devoted and loving husband of 72 years, David Aaron; by her parents, Sam and Ruth McCaa; brothers,  Sonny McCaa and John McCaa,  sisters, Janie Wheeler and Susan Gates ;  and...

Oct 12, 2021

Mrs. Rebecca E. Currie, age 80, of Biloxi passed away on October 12, 2021. RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 11280 Three Rivers Road, Gulfport is assisting the family with arrangements.

Oct 12, 2021

Mr. John Michiel "Mike" Anderson, son of the late Leon and Selma Anderson, passed away on October 12, 2021. Mike was born in Gulfport, Mississippi in 1947. He graduated from Biloxi High School and attended Perkinston Jr. College, where he studied music. Mike was a believer in Jesus Christ and was recently baptized by Pastor Rodney Evans. Mike enjoyed...

Oct 12, 2021

Rachel Williford passed away on October 12, 2021 at the age of 86. She was born on August 10,1935, in Chihuahua, Chihuahua Mexico. Her parents were Jorge and Lucia (Lucy) Lopau.

Rachel’s family moved to El Paso, Texas when she was 5 years old. Rachel was the oldest of 5 daughters. Due to her mother’s influence, she...

Oct 11, 2021

Daniel Whichard, 81, was peacefully called home by his Lord and Savior on October 11, 2021 from his home in Gulfport.

He leaves behind his beloved wife of 52 years Lynn Whichard; his daughter, Amanda Whichard; his brother, Jack Whichard; his in-laws, Janet Wallace, Marlene Cooper, and Harold Sanders; and many nieces and nephews.

Dan...

Oct 11, 2021

Michael Ray Christensen, Sr., age 71, of the Steep Hollow community, passed away on Monday, October 11, 2021, in Harrison County.

Mr. Christensen was preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Ethel Christensen; his wife, Dolores Anna Christensen; his son, Roy Ross; one brother; and one sister.

Survivors include his companion of 12 years,...

Oct 11, 2021

May Schnexnayder Adams, 85, of Gulfport, MS passed away Monday, October 11, 2021 at Crystal’s Place in Ocean Springs, MS.

May was born in New Orleans, LA on January 21, 1936. She attended Redemptorist High School in New Orleans and it was there she met her high school sweetheart, LJ (Leon) Adams. They were married in 1954....

Oct 10, 2021

Michael Rodney Sewell, age 76 of Gulfport, passed away at his home on Sunday, October 10, 2021.

He was retired from Mississippi Power Company and owned Mike Sewell A/C Appliance Repair.  Michael worked in Iraq for three years installing and repairing washers, dryers, and air conditioning for our soldiers.

Mike was a hardworking and good-hearted...

Oct 10, 2021

Margaret Moran, age 80, of Gulfport, passed away Sunday October 10, 2021.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Daniel Joseph Moran, Sr., and her parents, Frank and Rosemary Blackmarr. She is survived by sister, Rosie Finley; her sons, Gregory Edmond Moran and Daniel J. Moran, Jr.; daughter-in-law, Randie Moran; grandchildren, Hayden Moran,...

Oct 10, 2021

Jerry Bythel Read, age 71 of Gulfport, MS, passed away peacefully at St. Joseph’s Hospice on Sunday, October 10, 2021.

Mr. Read, a native of Durant, MS, was a longtime resident of the coast. He was of the Methodist faith.

He was an Eagle Scout in high school. Later, he donated the pipe organ to...

Oct 10, 2021

Frank E. Robinson, 88, of Woolmarket, passed away on Sunday, October 10, 2021, in Gulfport.

Mr. Robinson was born February 10, 1933, in Woolmarket to Oren and Daisy Robinson. In 1952, he graduated from Woolmarket Consolidated High School. He served two years in the U.S. Army during the Korean conflict. Upon returning home, he was employed by...

Oct 9, 2021

Cecil Edward Wilson, age 93, of Long Beach entered into the golden gates of Heaven on October 9, 2021. His family was by his side. He will be greatly missed by his loving family.

Cecil was born April 6, 1928. He is the son of the late Homer and Leona Wilson.

Cecil Wilson’s wife is...

Oct 9, 2021

Juan Carlos Galvan-Sandoval, age 44 of Gulfport, passed away on Saturday, October 9, 2021.

Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.

Oct 9, 2021

Renee Holmes, age 75, of Brooklyn NY passed away on October 9,2021. RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 11280 Three Rivers Road, Gulfport is assisting the family with arrangements.

Oct 9, 2021

John R. Bogle, Sr., age 81, of Gulfport, MS, passed away on Saturday, October 9, 2021 in Gulfport.

Mr. Bogle was a native of Springfield, Missouri and a longtime resident of Gulfport. He was a high school graduate of Aransas Pass, Texas. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, retiring after 20 years of service as...

Oct 9, 2021

Josie Bacud Clinton, a native of the Philippines and obtained her U.S. citizenship in Houston, TX, passed away Saturday, October 9, 2021, at the age of 72.

She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Rev. Ward A Clinton, USN (Ret.); children, Jessica Clinton, Debbie (Rex) Borsil; siblings, Cora (Dave) McPherson of KY, Carolina Soriano of...