OBITUARIES

Nov 3, 2024

Daphne Lin Kiff Betterton passed away Sunday, November 3, 2024, in Ocean Springs, MS. She was born on 28 November 1961 to Gilbert Kiff and Linda Ray in Marrero Louisiana.

She was a graduate of Lutheran High School in New Orleans, LA. She retired as a Bus Driver with the Ocean Springs School District. 

She’s preceded in death by her father, Gilbert...

Nov 3, 2024

Linda Joy Thames, a beloved member of her community, passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2024, in Gulfport, Mississippi, where she was born on August 19, 1940, and had resided throughout her life. Linda was a shining light for her family and friends. She was a remarkable woman who shared 65 wonderful years of marriage with her husband, Emmitt Thames.

Professionally,...

Nov 2, 2024

Kobe Michael Smith, age 15, of Pass Christian, passed away on November 2, 2024.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Shannon Morrison; grandfather, Michael Benson; and a great uncle, Charlie Herman. 

Kobe is survived by his father, Michael Smith, Sr (Lacey); 2 brothers, Ethan Fisher and Michael Smith; a sister, Tristen Fisher; his grandmother, Edith Benson; aunt, Kathryn Jenkins; 2...

Nov 1, 2024

Everlee Ann Jones, age 4, of Kiln, gained her angel wings on November 1, 2024. 

She was preceded in death by Patricia Ladner, Clinton Ladner, Earline Bridges and Freddie Hartfield. 

Everlee is survived by her mother, Amber Alleman; her dad,Marcus Jones; her step dad, Jessie Stanley her paternal grandparents, Melissa Drew & Arthur Jones (bio Grandpa) & Ray Drew is her bonus...

Nov 1, 2024

Alfred Gene Griebel Jr, 62 of Gulfport passed away on November 1, 2024 at Memorial Hospital in Gulfport. He was born on August 7, 1962 in Gulfport, MS to Alfred Gene Griebel Sr and Nancy Lee Wallace. Gene is preceded in death by his mother, Nancy Alley; step mother, Sheila Griebel; and sister, Sheryl Griebel.

Gene enjoyed having a good time...

Nov 1, 2024

James “Jimmy” Fredrick Noyes Jr., 58 of Pass Christian formerly of LaPlace, Louisiana passed away on November 1, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 20, 1966 in New Orleans to the late James “Jim” Sr. & Shirley Noyes. Jimmy is preceded in death by his parents.

He was born in New Orleans but...

Nov 1, 2024

Hilda Marie Colwell, 64, of Biloxi, Mississippi, passed away surrounded by her loving family on November 1, 2024. A native of South Mississippi, Hilda will be remembered for her warmth, kindness, and the joy she brought to everyone she met. She had a profound love for her family and friends, and her strong faith in Christ touched the lives of...

Nov 1, 2024

William Palmer "Billy" Frommeyer, III, age 63, of Gulfport, passed away on November 1, 2024. 

He was preceded in death by his father, William P. Frommeyer, Jr.; sister, RoseAnne Frommeyer; in laws, Johnnie & Betty Fayard; and Uncle Dr. William Bradford.

Billy is survived by his loving wife of 28 years, Alicia Fayard Frommeyer; mother, Margo (Don) Smith; children, Katie Frommeyer, Quinn...

Oct 30, 2024

Anthony Roy Burch, age 81, known locally as Papa “B” and operated Papa B ‘s Tamale in Bay Saint Louis passed away October 30, 2024 in Gulfport, MS. He was born to Roy and Agnes Burch in Tampa, Florida.Tony was preceded in death by his parents. 

Tony traveled the United States because his father was in the Air Force. When his...

Oct 30, 2024

Marilyn Rose LeBire, 82 of Long Beach, MS formerly of Massena, NY and Zephyrhills, FL passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at the Darline House surrounded by family. She was born on January 10, 1942 in Decatur, IL to the late Jay & Sadie Ball. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband of 52 years, Richard “Dick”...

Oct 29, 2024

Recognizing and Honoring a Fallen Hero, Who Served Within the Mississippi National Guard. “Fallen, Yet Not Forgotten”. 

SSG Ryan Patrick MacPherson, born on April 18, 1984, in Adrian, Michigan, passed away suddenly on October 29, 2024, due to injuries suffered in a tragic motorcycle accident in Hattiesburg, MS. His unexpected departure has left an indelible mark on the hearts of those...

Oct 29, 2024

James "Keith" Owen, 67, of Long Beach, Mississippi passed away October 29, 2024.

A private interment will be held in Gulf Pines Memorial Gardens, Long Beach. 

The Riemann Family Funeral Home, Long Beach, is serving the family. 

Oct 28, 2024

Linda Gayle Hammond, 51, of Saucier, Mississippi passed away October 28, 2024. Linda was born February 14, 1973 in Tampa , FL.

She was preceded in death by her father, William Deaton; her mother, Beverly Tillery; her sister, Kimberly Deaton; and her ex husband, Craig Hammond. Linda is survived by her four daughters, Amber (Robert) Lowery, Rachel (HC) Lachner, Kaitlin Hammond,...

Oct 28, 2024

Kathy Jernigan Trochesset, age 74, of Biloxi, passed away on October 28, 2024.

She was preceded in death by her father, Herschel Henry Jernigan; her mother, Elizabeth Agatha Jernigan; her husband, John A. Trochesset Sr.; and her grandsons, Noah Edward Trochesset, Joshua Paul Trochesset, Shaun Michael Trochesset Jr. and Elliott Daniel Russell.

Kathy is survived by her children, Valerie A. Schwartz (Walter),...

Oct 28, 2024

Loretta Faye Rushing, 66, of Biloxi, Mississippi passed away October 28th, 2024.  Services are private with Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport assisting the family.  

Oct 27, 2024

Robert William Ripp, 92, of Bay St. Louis, Mississippi passed away October 27, 2024.  Robert retired with the US Marine Corps with 26 years of service.  Services are private with Riemann Family Funeral Home, Waveland assisting family.  

Oct 26, 2024

Timothy Neil Curry, went to be with the lord and savior on October 26, 2024. Tim’s family is sad to announce that he passed away unexpectedly at his home in Arlington, Texas.

Timothy was preceded in death by his brother David Curry of San Francisco, CA; his maternal grandparents William and Martha of Netterville of McComb MS, and Elizabeth Netterville; his...

Oct 26, 2024

Clara "Jean" Tripp, age 59 of Pass Christian, passed away Saturday, October 26, 2024.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Irma Nadine Blackwell; father, Willard Dickerson; and niece, Shannon Lee Tisdale.

Clara is survived by her loving husband of 34 and a half years, Mark Tripp; children, Houston Tripp, Kristen (Patrick) Jones, and Trinity Tripp; siblings, Sue (Alan) Tisdale, Betty...

Oct 26, 2024

Vicki Sue Huskey, 69, of Gulfport, Mississippi passed away October 26, 2024.  Services are private with Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport assisting the family.  

Oct 26, 2024