OBITUARIES
Charles W. Benefield
Nov 3, 2023
Charles W. Benefield, a native of Enterprise, Alabama and long-time resident of Harrison County, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 3, 2023, in Gulfport at the age of 90. He was born on October 2, 1933, in Chancellor, Alabama. Charles was the beloved husband of Wanda Lee Benefield for 50 wonderful years.Throughout his remarkable life, Charles was known for...
Brenda Kay Spears
Nov 2, 2023
Brenda Spears died November 2, 2023. Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Shirley Faye Scott
Nov 2, 2023
Shirley Faye Scott, age 86, of Gulfport, went to be with her Heavenly Father and Savior on November 2, 2023.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Troy Scott; and her parents, Lloyd C. Goudeau and Katherine Schliegelmeyer Goudeau.
She is survived by her daughter, Jo Ellen Tappan (Scott); and a grandson, Shannon Paul Tappan; and other...
Kay K Theman
Nov 1, 2023
Kay K. Theman, 86 of Gulfport died November 1, 2023, in West Sacramento, CA. Born in Sasebo, Japan she moved to the United States and was a long-time resident of Napa, California. She was a retired supervisor at Hamilton Air Force Base and a retired Seamstress. She loved cooking, sewing, crocheting, and creating floral arrangements. She was preceded in death...
Linda Waller
Nov 1, 2023
Linda Waller, age 70, of Poplarville, was born on April 1, 1953, to Vernon Hawk and Myrtis Rhodes.
Linda was a loving wife to Ross Waller and a mother to Tammy Smith. Linda was a grandmother to Manse Walley, Brent Walley and Tyler Smith.
Momma has worked hard all her life. She was a strong-minded woman that told you...
Charles A Brown
Oct 31, 2023
Charles A. Brown, age 81, of Pass Christian, passed away on Tuesday, October 31, 2023.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Pass Christian, is serving the family.
Wanda Lynn Easterling
Oct 31, 2023
Wanda Lynn (Ladner) Easterling, age 87, a cherished mother and grandmother, gracefully entered eternal peace on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, at her home in Pass Christian, surrounded by the love of her devoted family.
Wanda was born on November 15, 1935, to the late William Nall Ladner, Sr. and Alma Telhiard Ladner of Pineville. She was a woman...
Wallace Doyle Dabbs
Oct 30, 2023
Wallace Doye Dabbs, age 86, of Bay St. Louis, MS, passed away on Monday, October 30, 2023.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Hayley Maultsby
Oct 30, 2023
Hayley Danielle Maultsby, 36 of Biloxi passed away on October 30, 2023. She was born January 12, 1987, in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Doug and Rita Maultsby, and Roy Hopkins.
Hayley was a kind, loving person and relished bringing joy to those around her. She had a zest for life and...
Darryl Dobbs
Oct 30, 2023
Darryl Dobbs, 58, passed away on Monday October 30, 2023. He is survived by his wife of 37 years Theresa Dobbs, his daughters Connie Dobbs, Courtney (Tom) Buffington, and Brittany Goff, his mother Lila Dye, and his sister Rachel (Charlie) Gant. Darryl also leaves behind his 6 grandchildren Mckynze Dobbs, Jaxon Coffman, Reagan Buffington, Georgia Buffington, Jacen Coffman, and...
Sandra M. McGrew
Oct 29, 2023
Sandra M. (nee Havens) Johnson McGrew - A sister, aunt and friend, has left us with heavy hearts but countless beautiful memories. Born on February 1, 1945, in Pascagoula, MS, Sandra was a remarkable woman who brought joy and compassion to everyone she encountered. She peacefully departed from this world on October 29, 2023, in Benndale, MS, after bravely battling...
Ruth Solomon
Oct 29, 2023
Ruth Solomon, age 61, of Gulfport, passed away on Sunday, October 29, 2023.
She is preceded in death by her father, Jessie Pinner; and her mother, Edith Barefield.
Ruth is survived by her loving husband of 42 years, Mitchell Solomon; children, Mitchell Solomon, Joshua Solomon, Sarah Solomon, and Victoria Soloman; sibling, Jessie Pinner; and grandchild, Brady Solomon.
Riemann Family...
Marvin Wayne Schwartz
Oct 28, 2023
Marvin Wayne Schwartz, 61, of the Ansley Community passed away Saturday October 28, 2023.Marvin was born January 6, 1962 and was a lifelong resident of Ansley, MS. Marvin was known for his loving heart, hard work, being the best dad, the “cool” uncle, and his love for his family and his friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Nicholas S. Schwartz and Louise Marie...
Enoch Evans
Oct 28, 2023
Enoch Evans, a retired US Army veteran, passed away on October 28, 2023, at the age of 92 in Gulfport, Mississippi. He was born on June 10, 1931, in Newton, Mississippi, to Purvis Evans and Frances Evans White.
Enoch dedicated 20 years of his life to serving in the US Army, where he displayed unwavering commitment and bravery. After...
Hurley Swain Ladner
Oct 28, 2023
Hurley Swain Ladner, age 73, of Kiln, passed away on Saturday, October 28, 2023, in Gulfport, MS.
A native of the Dedeaux Community, Mr. Ladner was a Navy and Army veteran serving his country from 1969 to 1990, during which time he was awarded numerous certificates and recognition for his service. Hurley’s first assignment was with the USS Guam LPH-9...
Tina Maria Morales
Oct 28, 2023
Tina Maria Morales, age 56 of Long Beach, passed away on Saturday, October 28, 2023.
The family is preparing her obituary and will be posted here once finalized. Please see the below link from the family:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/tina-maria-morales?utm_campaign=p_lico+share-sheet-first-launch&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Long Beach, is serving the family.
Sandra Lee Stewart
Oct 28, 2023
Sandra Lee Stewart, 85 of Gulfport, MS passed away on Saturday, October 28, 2023 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on April 23, 1938 in Atlanta, GA to the late Holland & Mary Stewart. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Warner “Bud” Stewart; son, Samuel Stewart; and sister, Trena Wright.
Sandra had...
Rachel Capps
Oct 28, 2023
Rachel Stokes Johnson Capps, age 93, of Biloxi, MS, passed away on October 28, 2023.
Rachel Capps was a woman of noble character. Though she was born in the country, having been raised on a farm in Philadelphia, MS, Rachel spent most of her life on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. She was married to Robert “Bob” Johnson, owner...
Cornelia Slaton Parker
Oct 28, 2023
Cornelia Slaton Parker, age 92, of Diamondhead, MS, passed away on October 28, 2023. She was born on July 27, 1931, in Yazoo County, MS., to Edna Janet Jones and Henry Clay Slaton.
Preceding her in death was her husband, William Riley Parker, Jr.; sisters, infant Mattie Gayle Slaton, and Edna Voncile Slaton Seale.
Cornelia is survived by...
Linda Miller Sharp
Oct 27, 2023
Linda Miller Sharp, age 74, of Gulfport, MS, passed away on Saturday, October 28, 2023.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Harold Miller, Sr., and Martha Miller; and her brother, Harold “Hal” Miller.
Linda is survived by her children, Myles Sharp (Daria) and Robert “Heath” Sharp; her siblings, Lisa Moffett (Robert), Robert Rockco (Connie), Glenn Miller (Pam)...
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