OBITUARIES

George "G.T." Thomas Long

George "G.T." Thomas Long

Aug 29, 2024

George “G.T.” Thomas Long, age 28, passed away on August 29, 2024, in Vancleave, MS.

Born at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, Mississippi, he graduated from Vancleave High School in 2014. G.T. had a passion for boating, music, food, and Harley Davidsons. He loved spending time at the river, swimming, camping, and enjoying the great outdoors. Known for his charming...

Ottis Lee Shelton

Ottis Lee Shelton

Aug 28, 2024

Ottis Lee Shelton, age 86, of Biloxi, passed away on August 28, 2024.

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

Harold John Breal, Jr.

Harold John Breal, Jr.

Aug 28, 2024

Harold John Breal, Jr, age 81, of Biloxi, passed away on August 28, 2024.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold J. Breal and Rissa Parker Breal; 2 sisters, Kay Breal Albritton and Joan Breal Perdue; his father and mother-in-law, W. Quin and Blanche Buckley Williamson; a sister-in-law, Bobbye Detwiler; and a brother-in-law, Henry “Chip” Williamson.

Mr. Breal is survived...

Mary Jean Lassabe

Mary Jean Lassabe

Aug 27, 2024

Mary Jean Lassabe, age 79 of Gulfport, passed away Tuesday, August 27, 2024.

Riemann Family Funeral Home, Pass Christian, is serving the family.

Memories and condolences may be shared at www.riemannfamily.com .

Susan "Dianne" Skok

Susan "Dianne" Skok

Aug 27, 2024

Susan “Dianne” Skok, daughter of the late Raymond Alex Bracknell and Ethel Marie Bracknell (Woods), was born December 3, 1954, in Gulfport, Mississippi. She passed away peacefully on August 27, 2024, in her home.

She is survived by her husband, Albert Henry Skok; her four children, Brian Skok (Stephanie), Bradley Skok (Brittany), Christopher Skok (Andie), and Cassandra Carl (Mark); her siblings...

Genn Robert Bjorndahl

Genn Robert Bjorndahl

Aug 27, 2024

Glenn Robert Bjorndahl, age 84, passed away on August 27th 2024 in Biloxi, MS. He was a resident of Baton Rouge for 48 years, and lived in Biloxi for the last 7 years.

He was born in Hawley, MN in 1940. In 1959 he enlisted in the United States Navy and served 10 years as a Seabee during the Vietnam War.

He...

Mark Warren

Mark Warren

Aug 27, 2024

Mark Anthony Warren, age 64, born on April 24, 1960, passed away on Tuesday, August 27th, 2024. 

 Mark was a loving and devoted son, brother, husband, father, uncle, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He always enjoyed spending time with his wife, Janet, and taking pictures of them doing the things they loved to do together the most. He had a love for music...

Sylvia Benevidias McNeill

Sylvia Benevidias McNeill

Aug 26, 2024

Sylvia Benevidias McNeill, age 89, of Gulfport, passed away on Monday, August 26, 2024, at the home of her son, William, in Newaygo, MI. 

Mrs. McNeill is preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, Howard F. McNeill, Sr; her parents, Woodrow J. Benevidias and Genevieve Walker Benevidias; and a son-in-law, Ronald Davis.

She is survived by her 5 children, Howard...

Robert Jay Serata

Robert Jay Serata

Aug 26, 2024

Robert “Bob” Serata – 05.10.1950 ~ 08.26.2024

A non-traditional obituary for a non- traditional guy

It was a dark and stormy night when Bob gave up the fight. Not really, it was just a mundane Monday afternoon, August 26, 2024, in his own home the way he wanted it. During his last weeks, prayers were answered. He was surrounded by love from...

Betty Lou Ladner

Betty Lou Ladner

Aug 26, 2024

Betty Lou Ladner, age 86, of the Dedeaux Community, passed away in the early morning hours of August 26, 2024. Mrs. Ladner passed peacefully in her sleep to be in the arms of her beloved Savior, Jesus Christ. 

Mrs. Ladner was a homemaker and matriarch of Diamond L Farms in Pass Christian. She was a member of Sacred Heart Church of...

Barbara R. Vanderhoof

Barbara R. Vanderhoof

Aug 25, 2024

Barbara Ruth Vanderhoof was born on October 3rd, 1958, in Mobile, Alabama to the late Edward T. and Ruth Greeley. Barbara died at her home in Mobile on Sunday, August 25th, 2024, after suffering from Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis lung disease for the last 20 years. 

She was preceded in death by her son, Kenneth Vanderhoof, her parent, and brothers, Edward T...

Franklin LeRoy Lewis

Franklin LeRoy Lewis

Aug 25, 2024

MSgt. Franklin LeRoy Lewis (USAF – Retired), age 91, passed away on August 25th 2024 in Saucier, Mississippi. 

He was born on June 22, 1933 in Smith County, Kansas to Johnny Raymond Lewis and Chloe Gardner Lewis and joined the United States Air Force in 1955. He became an Air Traffic Controller, served bravely for 23 years, receiving the Bronze Star...

Richard Smith Perusse

Richard Smith Perusse

Aug 24, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Richard Smith Perusse, who departed this life on August 24, 2024. Born to Joseph Stephen Perusse, Sr. and Marie Smith Perusse Reed, Richard led a life marked by warmth, friendship, and dedication. He was a proud graduate of Gulfport High School and furthered his education at Mississippi State University,...

Billy Joe Hill

Billy Joe Hill

Aug 24, 2024

Billy Joe Hill - late of Biloxi, passed away Saturday, August 24, 2024, at the age of 92.  

Billy was born August 12, 1932, to Francis 'Major' Hill and Gracie Hill, and was one of 3 sons.  

Billy came to Biloxi as a young man and entered the Air Force, where he was based out of Keesler Air Force Base...

Kathy S. Richter

Kathy S. Richter

Aug 24, 2024

Kathy S. Richter, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, passed away on Saturday, August 24, 2024, in Gulfport, Mississippi, at the age of 66. Born on November 13, 1957, in Tennessee, Kathy was a long-time native and resident of Lawrenceville, Georgia, before relocating to Gulfport, MS.

Kathy pursued her passion for healthcare, earning an associate degree from Gwinnett Technical College. She made...

Betty Ruth Lee

Betty Ruth Lee

Aug 24, 2024

Betty Ruth Burge Lee, age 91, of Long Beach, passed away on August 24, 2024.

Betty is preceded in death by her beloved Robert E. Lee “Bobby Lee”; parents, Luther and Edmonia Wise Burge; siblings, Lucille Hall, Benita Daughdrill, J.L. Burge, Hurley D. Burge, Virginia Dell Davis, Clifton Burge, and Lottie Mae Bass; nieces, London Burge, and Carolyn Muriel May; nephews,...

Joan Mehl Hall

Joan Mehl Hall

Aug 24, 2024

Joan Mehl Hall, a cherished soul born on May 6, 1936, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, ascended to eternal rest on August 24, 2024, in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. Her journey through life was marked by her profound impact on those who had the privilege of knowing her.

Before embarking on her remarkable journey of motherhood and service to others, Joan served as a...

William Sells

William Sells

Aug 23, 2024

William Sells, 79, of Ocean Springs, MS died August 23, 2024.  Arrangements are private with Riemann Family Funeral Home, Lemoyne Blvd. in charge of arrangements.  

Donna Sternik

Donna Sternik

Aug 23, 2024

Donna Sternik, affectionately known as "Lolly," passed away on August 23, 2024 in Gulfport, Mississippi, at the age of 66. Born on May 13, 1958, in Denton, Texas, Donna was a beacon of light to those who knew her and be profoundly missed.

A devoted professional, Donna was the founder of Lollynet Publishing and worked tirelessly as a nurse at a...

Gail Elizabeth Dubuisson May

Gail Elizabeth Dubuisson May

Aug 23, 2024

Gail Elizabeth Dubuisson May, age 74, of Saucier, Mississippi, went home to be with Jesus on Friday, August 23, 2024, while in her home and under the care of Vital Caring Hospice. The daughter of Roy C. and Edna Wenger Dubuisson, Gail was born on August 12, 1950, in Gulfport, Mississippi. 

Gail was preceded in death by her parents, Roy and...