OBITUARIES

Jan 20, 2021

Ms. Cathy Ainsworth Powell passed away on January 20th, 2021 in Gulfport, MS. Cathy was a native and lifelong resident of Biloxi, MS and graduated from Biloxi High School in 1969. Cathy began her career as a Respiratory Therapist in the early 1970’s at Howard Memorial Hospital and later obtained a degree in Respiratory Therapy from MGCCC. Cathy worked at...

Jan 20, 2021

Maria Urvelina Velasques age 67of Catacamas, Honduras passed away on January 20, 2021 in Gulfport, MS A visitation was held for Maria at RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 13872 Lemoyne Blvd. in West Jackson County on Sunday, January 24, 2021 where friends and family gathered for a final goodbye before we sent her back to her family in her home country.

Jan 19, 2021

Bob Laswell, age 75 of Ocean Springs, MS passed away on January 19, 2021. Bob faithfully served his country as a member of the U.S. Army. Bob was preceded in death by his loving wife of 50 years, Evelyn. He is survived by his son, Robert (Cathy), his daughter, Heidi; and grandsons, Zach (Kailyn) and Gage. He is missed....

Jan 18, 2021

Dr. Gerald “Jerry” Sydney Masterson, 87, was born on June 20, 1933 in La Porte, IN. He had 14 brothers and sisters and was the youngest of the boys. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, pastor, and friend. Bro Jerry was called home to see his best friend Jesus and beautiful wife Hallelujah (Joyce), and his daughter, Charlene,...

Jan 18, 2021

John Malley, 80, of Pass Christian, MS passed from this world to his heavenly home on January 18, 2021, following a losing struggle with mesothelioma. He was a man who loved people, loved to laugh, loved to play golf, and especially loved his wife, children, and grandchildren. Even more, he loved his Savior, Jesus Christ and served Him throughout...

Jan 18, 2021

Ervin Moore of Gulfport, Mississippi passed away on Jan 18, 2021. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Jan 17, 2021

Susan Ann Shank, age 70, of Biloxi, passed away on Sunday, January 17, 2021.

Susan was a retired dispatcher with the City of Biloxi Police Department.  She loved and took care of all animals.

Susan was preceded in death by her father, John J. Bilicko, Sr.; her mother, Kathleen L. Swetman Bilicko; and her brother,...

Jan 17, 2021

Karen Ann Holliman, age 67, passed away on January 17, 2021 in Perkinston, MS. She was preceded in death by her parents, Latterer Norvell Montague and Shirley F. Nelson Montague; daughter, Shirley Holliman; and grandson, Austin Pratt. She leaves behind her husband, Ernest “Ernie” Holliman; three children, Ernest Holliman, Jr. (Anjelica), Joelene Pratt (Andrew), Nicholas “Nick” Holliman (Aerail); brother,...

Jan 17, 2021

Thanh Van Vu of Pass Christian, Mississippi passed away on Jan 17, 2021.  Among other family, survivors include his sons, Tony Vu (and family) from Long Beach and Billy Vu (and family) from Gulfport.

Services will be as follows:

Thursday, January 21, 2021, 5:00 - 7:00 PM, RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 19130 Commission Road, Long...

Jan 17, 2021

Thomas James McMahon, Sr., age 65 of the St. Martin Community passed away on Sunday January 17, 2021 at his home, surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his father, Martin McMahon; his mother, Marilyn McMahon; three brothers, Martin, Timmy and Brian McMahon. Thomas is survived by his loving wife of over ten years, Adrienne McMahon; his...

Jan 17, 2021

Mrs. Tammy Mechelle Griffing, 57, of Gulfport, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on January 17, 2021. Tammy was born November 10, 1963, in Rainbow City, AL, the daughter of Ernest L. Towe and the late Dorothy Jean Lloyd Fountain. Tammy enjoyed reading, cooking, and flower gardening. She especially loved the beach. She loved people....

Jan 17, 2021

ROBERT ELLIS WATERBURY June 16, 1931 to January 17, 2021 Robert (Bob) Ellis Waterbury, 89, of Gulfport, MS, went to be with his Heavenly Father on January 17, 2021.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Eugene and Lola Diller Waterbury of Norfolk, Nebraska; sister, Eldora Wieting of Klamath Falls, Oregon.

Bob is...

Jan 16, 2021

Silbern Lee King, aged 79, passed away on Sunday, January 16, 2021, surrounded by his family. Lee was a greatly beloved teacher, mentor, father, grandfather, and husband. Born on November 29, 1942, in Indianapolis, Indiana, Lee was a lifelong Hoosier. He was an avid athlete and fan of basketball, golf, and running. He is often remembered wearing one of...

Jan 16, 2021

Henry Klein Zorn, Jr., age 78, of Biloxi, passed away on Saturday, January 16, 2021.

Henry was preceded in death by his parents, Lora and Henry Klein Zorn Sr.; and his sister, Bonnie Zorn.

Henry is survived by his loving family; his wife, Madonna Walsh; his daughters, Marguerite Zorn, Melanie (Dr. Eugene) Toy, Vicki (Stephen)...

Jan 16, 2021

Peter Turner of Biloxi, Mississippi passed away on Jan 16, 2021.

RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, Biloxi is serving the family.

Jan 16, 2021

Mr. Hulon "Bill" Williams, age 84, of Saucier, passed away on Saturday, January 16, 2021. Mr. Williams was preceded in death by his wife, Hula Mae Williams. He is survived by his daughter, Rita Williams; his granddaughter, Sundee Anspach and her husband, Al; Step-son, Ronnie (Charlene) Myers; his great-grandchildren, Kayleigh (Kye) Wilson and Aaron (Haley) Anspach; his great-great-grandchild, Kooper...

Jan 16, 2021

Reba Jean Malley Herrin entered the arms of Jesus on Saturday, January 16, 2021 at 2:15 PM. She was preceded in death by her husband Thomas E. Herrin; her parents Oville and Mae Malley; her sisters Mary Hickman, Virginia Miller, and Arilla Malone; and her brothers, Arlin and Owen Malley. She is survived by her daughters, Linda Avery, of...

Jan 15, 2021

James Otto Jackson, Jr., age 56, resident of Gulfport, passed away on January 15, 2021 in Gulfport.

He was born in Pennsylvania to the late Otto and Kathryn Jackson in 1964.

Left behind to cherish his memory include is wife Christine Roe Jackson; nine children; one brother; and 16 grand-children.

James pursued a...

Jan 15, 2021

Kevin Hutchins of Gulfport, Mississippi passed away on Jan 15, 2021. His loved ones are composing his obituary, which you will be able to read here.

Jan 15, 2021

Ernest L. Rivers, better known as Dale, son of Earnest C. and Helen Rivers (both deceased), was a life-long resident of the Mississippi Gulf Coast, went to his Heavenly home on Friday, January 15, 2021. He is survived by his wife, Pamela and children, Jonathan, Kimberly and Brian Rivers; 7 grandchildren; his brother, David; and sister, Dona Langlinais. Known...