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Betty Buterbaugh Smith

Betty Buterbaugh Smith

Feb 26, 2024

Betty Buterbaugh Smith, age 79, of Gulfport, passed away in Covington, LA, on February 26, 2024.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Mona Buterbaugh, of Johnstown, PA; and her brother, Franklin Jr. Hart.

Betty is survived by her children, Glenda M. Sizemore, Kevin J. Wagner, Bonnie M. Venable and Eric Wagner; her brother, Richard Buterbaugh (Rita); her grandchildren,...

Virgil Daniel Vintila

Virgil Daniel Vintila

Feb 26, 2024

Virgil Daniel Vintila, age 84, of Gulfport, MS passed away, Monday, February 26, 2024.

Burial will be at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.

Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, MS is assisting the family.

Shirley Davidson McGuire

Shirley Davidson McGuire

Feb 26, 2024

Shirley Davidson McGuire, a beloved retired educator from the MS Gulf Coast, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 26, 2024, in Biloxi. She was born on October 20, 1931, in Greenville, Mississippi, to her loving parents Gaddis and Marie Davidson.

Shirley's dedication to the field of education was unwavering. She received her undergraduate degree and her Master of Education and Library...

Sandra Wedworth

Sandra Wedworth

Feb 26, 2024

Sandra Dolores Wedworth, age 81 of Long Beach, passed away on Monday, February 26, 2024.

She touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her. Sandra graduated from Long Beach High School.  She was a member of Long Beach Baptist Church. Sandra was coordinator and director of Wedworth Photography and a dedicated employee who retired from Hancock Bank...

Hansel Bialorucki

Hansel Bialorucki

Feb 25, 2024

Hansel 'Jay' Bialorucki, 56, of Long Beach Mississippi passed away February 25th, 2024.  He is preceded in death by his parents Richard Bialorucki and Lilly Mckinney. He is survived by his sons Richard Badman and Michael Willmth. Sister's Sandra White, Stephanie Bialorucki, Mary(Brian) Roach, and Angel(Josh) Jordan. Grandchildren Adecyn Badman, Ciaron Badman and Grayson Badman. Nieces and nephews Bruce Young,...

Jewel Jean Kastrantas

Jewel Jean Kastrantas

Feb 25, 2024

Jewel Jean Kastrantas, a cherished and deeply loved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away on February 25, 2024, in Biloxi, Mississippi, at the age of 66. Born in October, 1957, at Ramstein-Landstahl Air Base, Germany, Jewel's life was a journey of love, dedication, and joy that touched many.

Jewel's adventure began overseas, but her heart found its home in Biloxi,...

Morris Lee Crain

Morris Lee Crain

Feb 23, 2024

   Morris Lee Crain, a devoted family man and retired Machinist with DuPont in DeLisle, Mississippi, has sadly passed away in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, at the age of 70. Born in Louisville, Kentucky, Morris made Ocean Springs his home for 46 years and left an indelible mark on all who knew him.

   Throughout his life, Morris was known for his...

Shirley Ann Blanton

Shirley Ann Blanton

Feb 23, 2024

Shirley Ann Blanton, 87, of the Gulf Coast, passed away peacefully Friday, February 23, 2024. Shirley was born March 25, 1936, in Buena Vista, Georgia. She moved to Tampa as a child and later settled on the Gulf Coast in the 1960's.

Shirley dedicated over 25 years of her life to working in retail at Walmart, where she eventually retired. She...

Robert Alcide Juneau,Sr.

Robert Alcide Juneau,Sr.

Feb 23, 2024

Robert Juneau, Sr., age 81, of Pass Christian, passed away on Friday, February 23, 2024.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Edith Autin; his second wife, Marguerite Bosley; son, Carlos Rene` Juneau, Sr.; parents, Alcide Joseph Juneau, Jr., and Mary Mae Lacomb; sisters, Trudy Juneau Autin, and Kimberly Juneau Quartermount.

He is survived by his sons, Robert (Laura) Juneau, Jr.,...

Lois Kelley

Lois Kelley

Feb 23, 2024

Lois Langston Kelley, age 97, passed away Friday, February 23, 2024 in Long Beach, MS. 

Mrs. Kelley was born on May 19, 1926 in Tunica, MS, to the late Ethel Edwards Langston and Hammett Langston. Lois Kelley was a seamstress, cook, gardener, and faithful Christian at First Baptist Church Long Beach. Known as the “grandmother of Johnson Road,” Lois dressed and...

Tina Marie Leonard

Tina Marie Leonard

Feb 22, 2024

Tina Marie Leonard, a loving wife, sister, aunt and a devoted restaurant chef whose culinary skills graced the Gulf Coast over the years.  

Tina was born on January 15, 1958, in Biloxi, MS, and passed away unexpectedly Thursday, February 22, 2024, in Ocean Springs, MS.

Tina's passion for cooking was evident in every dish she prepared, bringing joy to countless patrons throughout...

Cleve Michael Harrington

Cleve Michael Harrington

Feb 22, 2024

Cleve Michael Harrington, age 82, of Saucier, passed away on February 22, 2024.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Michael J. Harrington and Vernice Barker Harrington; his infant brother, James Harrington; and his sisters, Lucy Nell Welch and Clara Harrington Dobbyn; and his in laws, Travis and Ann Munn;

Cleve is survived by his wife of 60 years, Sibyl Harrington;...

Michael Lee McCullar

Michael Lee McCullar

Feb 21, 2024

Michael Lee McCullar, age 69, of Gulfport, MS passed away February 21, 2024 surrounded by his friends. He was a graduate of the University of Southern Mississippi and worked as a chemist with Polymer Science.

Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport is assisting the family.  

Rosemary Palmisano Hobbs

Rosemary Palmisano Hobbs

Feb 20, 2024

Rosemary Palmisano Hobbs, age 88, passed away February 20, 2024, with her family by her side in Folsom, La.

She was born September 14, 1935, in New Orleans, LA. Her father Michael Palmisano was a NOPD Police Officer. Her mother Thelma Broadus Palmisano a School Teacher. Her hobbies and interests included family, gardening, sewing, and antiques, and she was blessed with the...

Deborah Charlene Lowery

Deborah Charlene Lowery

Feb 20, 2024

Deborah Charlene Lowery, passed away peacefully after bravely battling her illness, surrounded by her beloved family, on Tuesday, February 20, 2024. Born in Memphis, TN, August 19, 1953, she leaves behind a legacy of love and kindness that will be forever remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Deborah dedicated herself to serving others during her career as...

David Earl Serrato

David Earl Serrato

Feb 20, 2024

David Earl Serrato, age 38, of Long Beach, passed away on February 20, 2024.

He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Clement Earl Cuevas; his grandmother, Clarice Cuevas; a brother, Tony Serrato; and an uncle, Terry Cuevas.

He is survived by his loving parents, David and Pamela Serrato; 2 brothers, Steven Serrato (Jamie) and Ryan Serrato; his grandparents, Dave and Lois...

Ethel Mae Fillingame

Ethel Mae Fillingame

Feb 20, 2024

Our dear mother, Ethel Mae Fillingame, left this world for Paradise on February 20, 2024 at the age of 96. She will be greatly missed by all that survive her, but joyously reunited with those that have preceded her in death, including her loving husband of 56 years, James A. Fillingame II; her parents, Lera and Ike Fortner; her brother,...

Vicki Ann Frazier

Vicki Ann Frazier

Feb 19, 2024

Vicki Ann Frazier, age 81, of Gulfport, passed away on Monday, February 19, 2024.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Ronald Mullikin and Iva Belle Hudson; her sisters, Betty and Donna.

Vicki is survived by her husband, Robert L. Frazier; her children, Colby Wolney (Juliann), Cindy Andersen (Keith), and Kathy Frazier; 8 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren and many cousins in...

Gayle Marcella Patricks

Gayle Marcella Patricks

Feb 19, 2024

Gayle Marcella Patricks, 78 of Gulfport passed away on February 19, 2024 at her home.  She was born on October 15, 1945 in Gulfport, MS to the late Charles Mathews & Carolyn Elizbeth Lindh Lee.  She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Pat Patricks; and brother, Gorden Lee.

Gayle started her career at as a hostess at the Friendship...

Beverly S Yarber

Beverly S Yarber

Feb 19, 2024

Beverly Sue Brokering Yarber, age 82, passed away on February 19, 2024, in Huntsville, AL.

Beverly was born November 2, 1941 in Shelbyville, IN to Harry and May Platt Brokering.

She met and married the love of her life, Richard Wayne Yarber, on September 26, 1964. Together they raised two children, Tammy and Todd, who were their pride and joy. Military life...

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