OBITUARIES
Jon David Cooper
Jun 30, 2024
Jon David Cooper, 62, of Pass Christian died June 30th, 2024. Services are private and Rieamann Family Funeral Home, Pass Christian is assisting the family.
Clois Ray Aycock
Jun 30, 2024
Clois Ray Aycock, age 89 of Saucier, passed away on June 30, 2024. The world lost a remarkable educator and a loving family man. Clois was born on October 20, 1934, in Lauderdale County, Mississippi, and his journey was marked by dedication to teaching and a deep passion for history and language.
Clois's educational pursuits were extensive and admirable. From being...
Darline McRoy
Jun 30, 2024
Darline McRoy, born on November 28, 1934, in Southern Illinois, has left behind a legacy that touched the hearts of many. She passed away on June 30, 2024, at her residence in Gulfport, Mississippi, at the age of 89.
Throughout her life, Darline wore many hats, each with its own story and significance. From being a dedicated waitress at her family's...
Pamela Christine Davenport Shirah Miller
Jun 30, 2024
Pamela “Pam” Davenport Shirah Miller, 74 of Kiln passed away on June 30, 2024, at Memorial Hospital in Gulfport. She was born on August 28, 1949, in Independence, Louisiana to the late Junior Patterson & Eva Christine Davenport. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband and father of her 6 children, Foy Shirah Sr.; second husband, Maurice “Marty”...
Annie Lee Catchot
Jun 29, 2024
Annie Lee McMurtray Catchot, a longtime resident of Ocean Springs, passed away peacefully, on Saturday, June 29, 2024. She was 88. She was born on July 27, 1935, in Vancleave, MS and led a fulfilling life dedicated to her family, faith, and career.
Annie had a passion for learning and graduated from Ocean Springs High School Class of 1953. She continued...
Timothy Allan Bury
Jun 28, 2024
Timothy Allan Bury, 74, of Canton Ohio died June 28th 2024. Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport is assisting the family locally. A full obituary can be found at https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/canton-oh/timothy-bury-11880491.
Joyce Joshiphene Harrelson
Jun 27, 2024
Joyce Joshiphene Harrelson, affectionately known as "Jo," was born on October 14, 1939, in Salem, Arkansas, to her loving parents Kenney Huff Sr and Ruby White Huff. She peacefully passed away on June 27, 2024, in Gautier, MS.
Throughout her life, Joyce touched the hearts of many with her kindness, generosity, and unwavering love for her family.
She was a devoted mother...
Raymond Edward Carr
Jun 27, 2024
Raymond Edward Carr, age 76, passed away on June 27, 2024 in New Orleans, LA.
He is survived by his beloved life partner, Vanessa Gieseler, and daughter Danielle Rose Schlumbrecht.
A graveside service will be held on Thursday, July 18, 2024 at 11 AM at Biloxi National Cemetery, 400 Veterans Ave. Biloxi, MS.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Biloxi served the family
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Richard R. Poley
Jun 27, 2024
Richard R. Poley, age 61, of Gulfport, passed away on June 27,2024.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Scott Ellsworth
Jun 27, 2024
Scott Ellsworth, 62, of Long Beach passed away on June 27, 2024.
A full tribute will be posted at a later date.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Long Beach is serving the family.
Donald Eugene Wray
Jun 27, 2024
Donald Eugene Wray, age 83, of Biloxi, passed away on June 27, 2024.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Wray; his parents, James Woodrow Wray and Opal Myrtle Fincher Wray; a brother, Jack Wray; and a sister, Darlene Weinger.
He is survived by his 2 children, Michelle Stetson (Donald), and Dennis Wray; brother ; David Wray (Linda) ; his...
Constance "Connie" Manella
Jun 26, 2024
Constance "Connie" Susan Lacey Manella, age 74, passed away on June 26, 2024 in Gulfport, Mississippi.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Greg Manella; parents, Wilma B. Goetz Lacey Thompson and Donald Atherton Lacey; stepfather, Stewart R. Thompson; brothers, Donald Austin Lacey and David A. Lacey; sister, Diane Jean "Jeanie" Clinton; and brother-in-law Bert.
She is survived by her siblings...
Dr. Lorraine T. Boisselle
Jun 26, 2024
Rev. Dr. Lorraine T. Boisselle, affectionally known as “Dr. B”, age 81, of Gulfport, passed away on Wednesday, June 26, 2024.
She was preceded in death by her father, Armand Teolis; her husband, Robert Boisselle, Sr., and her aunt/uncle, Bernice Kerr (Bev Kerr).
Lorraine is survived by her children, Joshua Boisselle, Carlos Boisselle (William Boisselle-Schalaba), Robert Boisselle, Jr., Matthew Boisselle, and Sarah...
Era Davis Chastain
Jun 24, 2024
Era Davis Chastain, age 99, passed away June 24, 2024.
Born September 9, 1924, in Tylertown, Mississippi, to Percy Edgar Davis and Chinese Thomas Davis, Era grew up in Sandy Hook, Mississippi. As a young girl she was baptized in the cold water of Hurricane Creek. She was a star high school basketball player in a group called the Swamp Ladies....
Mark Steven Praznovsky
Jun 23, 2024
Mark Steven Praznovsky, 65 of Pass Christian passed away peacefully on June 23, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on January 16, 1959 in Endwell, NY to the late Steven & Joan Praznovsky. He is preceded in death by his parents; and his brother, David Praznovsky.
Mark grew up in upstate New York and graduated...
Ignacio Tovar-Martinez
Jun 23, 2024
Ignacio Tovar-Martinez, of Biloxi, passed away on June 2,3 2024.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Biloxi is serving the family.
The family is composing a full obituary that will be available soon..
Stanley Francis Letort
Jun 23, 2024
Stanley Francis Letort, age 65, of St. Martin, MS, passed away peacefully at his home on June 23, 2024. Stan was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. His granddaughters were his biggest joy. He was of a quiet nature and enjoyed a simple life.
Stan was a lifelong resident of St. Martin and graduated from St. Martin High School...
Lucille Bush
Jun 23, 2024
God opened His loving arms and received His daughter; Lucille Roberson Bush June 23, 2024 at the age of 94 years. Born in Ellisville, MS one of 14 children to parents Monroe and Colie Phillips.
Blessed with three children: Deborah Dawsey (Woody), Beverly Turgeon (David), and Eddie Roberson (Sandra) all of Gulfport, MS, 6 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, and 4 great...
Jerold T. Picard
Jun 22, 2024
Jerold "Jerry" Picard, 89, of Bay Saint Louis, MS, passed away peacefully from natural causes on Saturday, June 22, 2024.
Born in Campbellsport, WI in 1934 to the late Telesphore and Caroline (Staib) Picard, Jerry led a vibrant life, touching many across the United States before finding his home in Bay St. Louis, MS where he dedicated himself to the Lakeshore...
Linda Shiyou
Jun 22, 2024
Linda Shiyou, passed away on June 22, 2024 in Long Beach, Mississippi. She was born on October 10, 1946, in Meridian, Mississippi.
Linda found joy in simple pleasures such as gardening and cherished moments spent with her family. Her love for nurturing plants mirrored the care and love she showered upon her loved ones.
She is preceded in death by her beloved...
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