OBITUARIES
Dr. Lorraine T. Boisselle
Jun 26, 2024
Rev. Dr. Lorraine T. Boisselle, affectionally known as “Dr. B”, age 81, of Gulfport, passed away on Wednesday, June 26, 2024.
She was preceded in death by her father, Armand Teolis; her husband, Robert Boisselle, Sr., and her aunt/uncle, Bernice Kerr (Bev Kerr).
Lorraine is survived by her children, Joshua Boisselle, Carlos Boisselle (William Boisselle-Schalaba), Robert Boisselle, Jr., Matthew Boisselle, and Sarah...
Era Davis Chastain
Jun 24, 2024
Era Davis Chastain, age 99, passed away June 24, 2024.
Born September 9, 1924, in Tylertown, Mississippi, to Percy Edgar Davis and Chinese Thomas Davis, Era grew up in Sandy Hook, Mississippi. As a young girl she was baptized in the cold water of Hurricane Creek. She was a star high school basketball player in a group called the Swamp Ladies....
Mark Steven Praznovsky
Jun 23, 2024
Mark Steven Praznovsky, 65 of Pass Christian passed away peacefully on June 23, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on January 16, 1959 in Endwell, NY to the late Steven & Joan Praznovsky. He is preceded in death by his parents; and his brother, David Praznovsky.
Mark grew up in upstate New York and graduated...
Ignacio Tovar-Martinez
Jun 23, 2024
Ignacio Tovar-Martinez, of Biloxi, passed away on June 2,3 2024.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Biloxi is serving the family.
The family is composing a full obituary that will be available soon..
Stanley Francis Letort
Jun 23, 2024
Stanley Francis Letort, age 65, of St. Martin, MS, passed away peacefully at his home on June 23, 2024. Stan was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. His granddaughters were his biggest joy. He was of a quiet nature and enjoyed a simple life.
Stan was a lifelong resident of St. Martin and graduated from St. Martin High School...
Lucille Bush
Jun 23, 2024
God opened His loving arms and received His daughter; Lucille Roberson Bush June 23, 2024 at the age of 94 years. Born in Ellisville, MS one of 14 children to parents Monroe and Colie Phillips.
Blessed with three children: Deborah Dawsey (Woody), Beverly Turgeon (David), and Eddie Roberson (Sandra) all of Gulfport, MS, 6 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, and 4 great...
Jerold T. Picard
Jun 22, 2024
Jerold "Jerry" Picard, 89, of Bay Saint Louis, MS, passed away peacefully from natural causes on Saturday, June 22, 2024.
Born in Campbellsport, WI in 1934 to the late Telesphore and Caroline (Staib) Picard, Jerry led a vibrant life, touching many across the United States before finding his home in Bay St. Louis, MS where he dedicated himself to the Lakeshore...
Linda Shiyou
Jun 22, 2024
Linda Shiyou, passed away on June 22, 2024 in Long Beach, Mississippi. She was born on October 10, 1946, in Meridian, Mississippi.
Linda found joy in simple pleasures such as gardening and cherished moments spent with her family. Her love for nurturing plants mirrored the care and love she showered upon her loved ones.
She is preceded in death by her beloved...
Baxter Francis Wade, Jr.
Jun 22, 2024
Baxter F. Wade, Jr., age 86, of Gulfport, MS, departed this life on June 22, 2024.
A native of Roxboro, North Carolina, Baxter moved to Mississippi with his family in 1942. Mr. Wade was a graduate of Mississippi State University with a degree in Engineering in 1961. Mr. Wade practiced engineering and construction for most of his career, retiring as the...
Frances Jenkins Ross
Jun 22, 2024
Frances Jenkins Ross, 89, of Gulfport, passed away on June 22, 2024.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Joel L. Ross, and her grandchildren, Michelle Cazeaux and Kimberly Ann Ross. Frances is survived by her children; Paulette Reed (Marshall), Judy Massa (Joe), and Joey Ross (Kay). She leaves behind 5 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and...
Alice Ladnier
Jun 22, 2024
Alice Jeanette (Diamond) Ladnier died Saturday, June 22, 2024 in Gulfport MS. She was born in Saucier on December 23, 1937 to Louis and Florence Diamond. She was raised in Saucier and attended school in Saucier.
In 1954, she married Richard P. Ladnier, Command Sergeant Major, US Army (deceased in 2006) and supported him in his postings around the world from...
Dean Ladner
Jun 21, 2024
Kermit Dean Ladner, age 63, of Pass Christian, passed away on Friday, June 21, 2024.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Kermit and Betty Joyce Ladner; paternal grandparents, Edwin and Luella Ladner; maternal grandparents, Elmer and Onelia Necaise; and his brother, Ricky "Spoolie" Ladner.
He is survived by his sons, Brantley (Devin) Ladner and Justin (Maryann) Ladner; his daughter, Kristin...
Virginia Sue Clark Jones
Jun 21, 2024
Virginia Sue Clark Jones, age 70, of Cottondale, AL, passed away on June 21, 2024, in Biloxi, MS.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Biloxi helped Tuscaloosa Memorial Chapel serve the family.
Kimberly Smith
Jun 21, 2024
Kimberly Dawn Brown Smith, age 45, of Gulfport, went home to be with her Savior on Friday, June 21, 2024.
She was born on December 10, 1978 in Farmington, New Mexico. Kimberly loved spending time with her family (nieces and nephews), shopping, crafting, drawing, teaching, serving in her church, cooking, and attending and watching sports with her husband.
Kim was preceded in...
Francis David Brickey
Jun 21, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Francis David Brickey, who went to be with the Lord on June 21st, 2024, with his wife Carol Ann by his side. Frank was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, who will always be remembered for his kind heart and loving spirit.
Born on October 27, 1940, in Owensboro,...
Maxine "Jeanette" Ross
Jun 20, 2024
Maxine “Jeanette” Ross, beloved wife, daughter, sister, aunt and friend, peacefully passed away on June 20, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones. Born on September 23, 1969, in Biloxi, Mississippi, Jeanette lived a life filled with kindness, resilience, and unwavering faith.
Jeanette is survived by her husband, David Ross, of 36 years; her parents, Bizer and Evelyn Carroll; sister, Victoria (Richard)...
Joseph Francis Brennan Jr.
Jun 20, 2024
Joseph Francis Brennan, Jr., 69, of Gulfport, passed away June 20, 2024.
A full tribute will be posted at a later date.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport is serving the family.
Joshua David Brown
Jun 20, 2024
Joshua David Brown, aged 38, passed away on June 20, 2024, in Gulfport, MS.
Born in Covington, Louisiana, he spent much of his early years in Messena, NY. Joshua served in the United States Army as a Paratrooper in the Tenth Mountain Division. After his service, he traveled extensively until settling down in his thirties after meeting his wife, Mildred. For...
Craig H. Fredericks
Jun 20, 2024
Craig Heston Fredericks, age 68, of Gulfport but a Biloxi boy at heart, was carried on Angel wings to The Lord Jesus Christ on June 20,2024 after a 3-year battle with Leukemia. He moved to Houston for MD Anderson treatment for the last 6 months having intensive chemo and radiation. Although he fought a hard fight The Lord wanted another...
Stewart E. "Buddy" Cumbest, Jr.
Jun 20, 2024
Stewart E. “Buddy” Cumbest, 86, of Hurley, Mississippi, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on June 20, 2024. He was born in the Three Rivers community on August 9, 1937.
He was preceded in death by his parents Stewart Cumbest and Louetta Fairley-Cumbest; siblings Mavis Bangs, Gladys Tompkins and Wynan Cumbest; and daughter Teresa Orso.
Buddy is survived by...
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