OBITUARIES

May 26, 2024

Robin Linnette Cleveland, 53, went to her heavenly home to be with her Lord and Savior, peacefully in her sleep at home in Gulfport, MS on Sunday, May 26, 2024.

She was a native of Gonzales, LA, where she spent most of her life. Robin grew up loving to dance and competing in beauty pageants. She attended nursing school and graduated...

May 26, 2024

Jewel Evangeline Anderson, age 90, of Sellers Community, passed away on Sunday, May 26, 2024.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Olen Anderson; her parents, Ernest Ladner, and Mary Annie Patton Ladner; her siblings, Leamon Ladner, Leona Shaw, Calona Breland, Lona Shaw, Levan Ladner, Francis Ladner, and Edward Ladner.

Jewel is survived by her children, Joy Triplett (David), Patricia...

May 26, 2024

Neil Richard Franke, age 84, of Ocean Springs, passed away on May 26, 2024.   

He was preceded in death by his father, William Harold Franke; his mother, Charlotte Mary Franke McKasky; a brother, James H. Franke, Sr; and nephew, James H. Franke, Jr.

He is survived by his sister-in-law, Billie G. Franke; 3 nieces, Jeannie (Scott) Nesmith, Julie (Glenn) Cobb, and...

May 26, 2024

Our hearts are heavy as we announce the passing of Ernest Howard Cloutier of Gulfport, Mississippi, on Sunday, May 26, 2024, at the age of 62.  Ernest was affectionately known by the name ‘Ernie’ to all that knew him.  Ernie was a beloved son to Richard and Patsy Cloutier, a brother to Ricky and Greggory Cloutier and Jo Ann Cloutier Coates.   

 Ernie was born in Dover-Foxcroft, Maine on...

May 26, 2024

Michael “Mike” Hanko, 73, of Long Beach, MS, passed away May 26, 2024 with his loving wife always byMichael “Mike” Hanko, 73, of Long Beach, MS, passed away May 26, 2024 with his loving wife always by his side. He was born March 10, 1951 in Long Island, NY. He was a proud Vietnam Veteran and retired from the Seabees...

May 26, 2024

Jerry A. Nyberg, 85, of Long Beach, escaped this mortal realm on May 26, 2024, leaving behind 14 Oregon Ducks football jerseys, 20 golf polo shirts, misc. bird feeders, a pellet gun for shooting squirrels, and a used duck call.

Jerry is survived by his wife of 41 years, “The Lovely Miss Cheryl” (Cheryl Batey Nyberg), and three daughters: Susie McGlothlin...

May 26, 2024

Ronald Prentiss Boone, age 73, passed away on May 26, 2024 in Long Beach, Mississippi.

He was born in Jackson, Mississippi to William Prentiss Boone and Beatrice “Maggie” Kline Boone.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 49 years, Linda Kemp Boone and his parents, William and Beatrice “Maggie” Boone.

He is survived by his two daughters, Michelle Helphrey (Troy) of...

May 25, 2024

Myra Evelyn Branton Wright was born in Tylertown, MS, Feb. 21, 1929, and moved to Gulfport at an early age. She lived a full 95 precious years and went to sleep peacefully surrounded by family at the home of nieces Karen Buehler and Chrissy Hansen, May 25, 2024. Myra was preceded in death by her husband, James D. Wright; parents...

May 25, 2024

Herbert Curtis “Buck” Zengarling, age 72, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2024, with his daughter and son by his side.

His greatest joy in life was his children and grandchildren.  Buck was preceded in death by his parents Bully and Mittie Zengarling; sisters Terri Zengarling and Alice Z. Ladner; and his wife Sheryl Zengarling.

Buck was a proud veteran of the...

May 24, 2024

Richard Lee Umstattd (“Rich” or “Buster”) of Willow Springs, Missouri passed away after a lengthy illness on Friday, May 24, 2024 at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, MO.   

He formerly resided in Gulfport, MS for over thirty years.  Rich was born to John C. and Judy M. (Bergthold) Umstattd in Moberly, MO on December 5, 1952, and was 71...

May 24, 2024

Betty Mock, age 91, of Biloxi, passed away on Friday, May 24, 2024.

Betty was a native of Pennsylvania.  She was a Girl Scout for many years, a volunteer at Lynn Meadows Discovery Center, braille book maker at the Lutheran Church in Gulfport.  Betty was a high school booster.  She loved cooking and making Japanese dolls. Betty was a perfectionist in...

May 24, 2024

May 24, 2024

Maxie Lea Castilow, age 89, of Metairie, LA passed away May 24, 2024.

She had a degree in Finance from Milsap and degree in Business from LSU.

Maxie was preceded in death by 2 sisters; and 1 brother. She is survived by 1 brother.

Riemann Family Funeral Home, Waveland is assisting the family.  

May 23, 2024

Darin Anthony Kipker, 61, of Kiln, Mississippi died May 23, 2024. Darin was born on July 17, 1962 in New Orleans, LA to the late Albert and Betty Kipker.  He served in US Navy from 1980 until 1984.  He enjoyed playing playing the guitar and making music.  He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Albert Kipker; and sons,...

May 23, 2024

Donald Ray Hill, Sr., age 85, of Gulfport, passed away on May 23, 2024.He is preceded in death by his parents, Willie Mae and Paul Hill; and siblings Billy Hill, Bobby Hill, Kenneth Hill, Paul Cannon, Frank Hill, and Dorothy Ann Holmes. He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Rita Hill; his children, Tracy Hill (Steve), Sonja Cuevas...

May 23, 2024

Malvrin 'Jerry' McClure - Passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 23,2024, in Gautier, MS. He was born on July 10, 1935, in Marietta GA to Robert and Monnie McClure.  Jerry led a life filled with dedication and service. After graduating from Sprayberry High School in Marietta, GA, he went on to work at Lockheed Martin Georgia for 25 years in...

May 23, 2024

Leslie Carroll Dawson, age 79, passed away peacefully on his birthday, Thursday, May 23, 2024.Per his wishes cremation rites will be accorded with private family services.The Riemann Family Funeral Home, 13872 Lemoyne Blvd, in West Jackson County is proud to serve the Dawson Family.  Please share memories, condolences, and photos at www.riemannfamily.com.  

May 22, 2024

Ruby Ann Cunningham, age 72, passed away on May 22, 2024.Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport is proudly serving the family. 

May 22, 2024

Mrs. Billie Ammons Lowry, age 95, of Long Beach, passed away on May 22, 2024.  She is preceded in death by her parents Fred and Homa Smith; her husband of five years, Stanley Lowry; and her daughter-in-law, Nancy Paske.

She is survived by her sons, David Paske and John Paske (Lori); her grandchildren Christopher Paske (Katie), and Benjamin Paske (Christa); and great...

May 21, 2024

Gavin Scott Williamson, age 25, of Gulfport, passed away on May 21, 2024.Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.