OBITUARIES
Lawrence "Larry" E. Rolfs, Jr.
Mar 28, 2024
Lawrence” Larry” E. Rolfs, Jr., passed away peacefully on March 28, 2024, at the age of 92 after having lived a full and honorable life as a beloved husband, father, grandfather, friend to many, and a respected member of the Diamondhead, MS community.
He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Bonnie June Morrow Rolfs; their three children; and a...
James Austin Teegarden, Jr.
Mar 28, 2024
James Teegarden, known as Jim, courageously battled the unyielding disease of pancreatic cancer since 2016. Sadly, this battle came to an end early in the morning of March 28, 2024, with family at his side. In his youth he was a fantastic athlete with Baseball being his sport. He joined the US Army after high school and served his country...
Johnny Bryan Bankston
Mar 27, 2024
Johnny Bryan Bankston, aged 75, born in West Point, Mississippi on November 10, 1948, passed away of sudden heart attack in Biloxi, Mississippi on March 27, 2024.
He is survived by his wife, Linda Caranna-Bankston, his son Johnny Bryan Bankston, his mother Mary Bankston, his brother James (Jimmy) Bankston, sister Patti Futrell, and his granddaughters by marriage Ash, Kat, and Elisa...
James Murphy
Mar 27, 2024
James Murphy passed away March 27, 2024.Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport is assisting the family locally. Funeral Arrangements will be announced by Webb Stephens Funeral Home in Meridian Mississippi.
Bella Seal
Mar 27, 2024
Bella Seal, age 10, of Long Beach, Mississippi passed away Wednesday, March 27, 2024.Born January 30, 2014, at Memorial Hospital at Gulfport, Bella Christian Seal came into this world a fighter and a hero. Despite being born with end stage renal failure, Bella was amazing. She achieved so much in such a short time. Bella was a true miracle. She...
Mary Brakebill
Mar 27, 2024
Mary Ayers Brakebill, 86, passed away in Gulfport, MS, on March 27th, 2024. Mary was born on January 11th, 1938 to George and Ethel Ayers in Roaring Spring, PA.
Mary was preceded in death by her husband, James H. Brakebill III, her husband and father of her children, Rev. William D. Flickinger Jr., and her parents George Ayers and Ethel Glass...
Albert Kelly McGavock
Mar 27, 2024
Albert Kelly McGavock, lovingly known as Kelly, peacefully passed away on March 27 2024. He was born on September 10, 1940. Kelly's life was filled with dedication and service to his country and community.
Kelly's career was a testament to his commitment to making a difference. He served in the Civil Service at CBC in Gulfport, MS, as a Supervisor in...
Courtney Maureen Smith
Mar 27, 2024
Courtney Maureen Smith, 23, of Pass Christian, MS, danced and ran her way into Heaven on Wednesday, March 27, surrounded by her Buddy Sports friends.She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Thomas Wayne and Emily Jo Favre and Dot Lumpkin Favre; her great-grandparents Forrest and Bea Favre, and James and Verna Dubuisson; her beloved uncle Robert "Flounder" Favre;...
Michael Linkous
Mar 27, 2024
Michael Linkous, age 53 of Bay St. Louis, passed away Wednesday, March 27, 2024.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Tanya Linkous Simmons; mother, Billie Yvonne Britt; father, Douglas Ray Linkous; grandmother, Jo Ann Phillips Carlin (Reginald); and grandfather, Earl Britt.
Michael is survived by sisters, Michelle Linkous Carrigan (Chris) and Diana Linkous; former spouse America Linkous Trudeau Bray; daughters,...
Clifford Arthur Winebarger
Mar 27, 2024
Cliff Winebarger, age 82, a resident of Saucier passed away on March 27, 2024, at his home.
Cliff asked to let him come home to be with his wife, Brenda and his fur Baby, Miss Harlee, for his final days on this earth. His wishes were granted.
Cliff was born in Wilkes-Barre, PA on March 15, 1942, and raised in Union Grove,...
Gene Edward Watts
Mar 26, 2024
Gene Edward Watts, age 80 of Long Beach, passed away on Tuesday, March 26, 2024.A full tribute will be posted soon.Riemann Family Funeral Home, Long Beach, is serving the family.
Ann Mason NeCaise
Mar 26, 2024
Ann Mason NeCaise, age 85, of Long Beach, passed away on March 26, 2024.She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Ray NeCaise, Sr; a son, Walter Ray NeCaise, Jr; her parents, Jesse Allen Mason and Nellie Smith Mason; her siblings, Ben Mason, Sr, Kenneth Mason (Dot), Mary Walker (Roy), and Jesse Allen Mason, Jr.She is survived by her...
Lori Ann DiLorenzo
Mar 25, 2024
Lori Ann DiLorenzo, a beloved member of the Gulfport community, passed away on March 25, 2024. She was known for her unwavering passion for English Springer Spaniels and the world of show kennels. Lori's life was a testament to her independence and determination, always living by her mantra: "Believe in Yourself… Know what YOU want… MAKE IT HAPPEN!" Born on June...
June Hearn
Mar 25, 2024
June Ruffin Hearn, age 89, went home to her Lord and Savior on March 25, 2024. June was born in Jasper County Mississippi to A.B. Ruffin and Gertrude Carr Ruffin on May 21, 1934. She grew up in Laurel and graduated from high school there. From her earliest years, June was well-loved by everyone. During high school she was selected...
Anne F. Latino
Mar 25, 2024
Anne Fasone Latino of Long Beach, MS, passed away peacefully in her sleep on March 25, 2024, at Summerfield Senior Living in Gulfport, MS. Born on January 11, 1924 in New Orleans, Louisiana, Anne recently celebrated her 100-birthday surrounded by fun-loving family.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Josephine and Carmelo Fasone; her husband, John A. “Johnny” Latino; a brother, Chris J. Fasone; and...
James Bernazzani
Mar 24, 2024
James Bernazzani, age 68, of Biloxi, passed away on March 24, 2024.Riemann Family Funeral Home, assisted Lake Lawn Funeral Home, in serving the family.
Robert James Menna, Sr.
Mar 24, 2024
Robert James Menna, Sr., age 77, passed away on March 24, 2024 in Gulfport, Mississippi.
He was born in Biloxi, Mississippi to Frank Menna and Carrie Camille Ryan Menna, and worked as a self employed general contractor. He served the country for 2 years in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era, and 4 years in the Army National Guard. Robert...
Pamela Margaret Stewart
Mar 23, 2024
Pamela Margaret Stewart, gracefully departed from this world on a peaceful day in Ocean Springs. Born in Gulfport to her loving parents Danny Campbell and Elaina Cuevas on a summer day in 1962, she filled the lives of those around her with warmth, kindness, and unwavering love until her last breath.Pam's legacy lives on through the beautiful family she leaves...
William Chandler Alexander
Mar 23, 2024
William Chandler Alexander passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2024, at his home in Long Beach, Mississippi. Chandler was born on July 24, 1972, and was raised in Glenn Springs, South Carolina.
Chandler loved to travel with his work and through his travels, he found the perfect place to call home, Long Beach, Mississippi. He loved his home and yard, which...
Rexcine Simer
Mar 23, 2024
Rexcine Simer, 63, of Carriere, Mississippi died March 23, 2024. Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is assisting the family.
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