OBITUARIES
Bryan E Dietz
Oct 21, 2023
Bryan E Dietz, U.S. Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class, a dedicated family man, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on October 21, 2023, in Gulfport, Mississippi. He was born on November 23, 1958.Throughout his life, Bryan made a significant impact in various professions. He began his career as a lead custodian at Goshen Central High School and later served...
Betty Mae Cuevas
Oct 21, 2023
Betty Mae Cuevas, age 87, of DeLisle, passed away on Saturday, October 21, 2023, in Bay St. Louis, MS surrounded by her loved ones.
Betty Mae is preceded in death by her husband, Everett Oliver Cuevas, Sr., her son Everett Oliver Cuevas, Jr., her great grandson Cameron Cuevas, her mother Elsie Necaise Gilbert and her father Clarence “Pete”...
Lori Michelle Myers
Oct 20, 2023
Lori Michelle Myers - Passed peacefully in her home with her family by her side on Friday, October 20, 2023, at the age of 58, after a valiant battle with cancer.
Born on November 24, 1964, in her hometown of Biloxi, Lori lived a life full of compassion, adventure, and dedication to her profession. Lori's career spanned 30 years, and...
David G. Thompson
Oct 20, 2023
David G. Thompson, 66, passed away on October 20, 2023, in Bay St. Louis, MS. He was a resident of Diamondhead since 2005.
After graduating from Moselle High School in 1975, David worked as a skilled marine electrician at Ingalls Shipbuilding, Turnbull Metal and others.
Fishing was David's favorite pastime, and he loved fishing at the Twin Lakes in Diamondhead.
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Michael John Cissell
Oct 20, 2023
LCDR Michael John Cissell, US Naval Aviator, retired who proudly served his country for over 20 years, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 20, 2023, at Saad Hospice Retreat in Mobile, Alabama.
He was born on October 25, 1952, in St. Louis, Missouri, and moved with his family to Gulfport, MS at the age of 5. He lived in...
Linda Marie Wedgeworth
Oct 20, 2023
Linda Marie Dedeaux Wedgeworth, age 70, of the Dedeaux Community, passed away on October 20, 2023.
She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Clinton and Earlyne Dedeaux; a brother, Carey Dedeaux; and her grandparents, Christoph and Mae Dedeaux and Leran and Ethel Ladner.
She is survived by her children, Lance Wedgeworth (Charlee) and Lindsey Anderson (Jake); her...
John E. Hastings Sr.
Oct 20, 2023
John E. Hastings Sr. - A Loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on October 20, 2023, at his home in Biloxi, MS surrounded by his beloved family. He was born on March 30, 1949, to George Ellsworth Hastings and Marjorie (nee Nadeau) Hastings in Montague City, MA.John will be remembered for his deep love for his family....
Harvey Faye, Sr.
Oct 20, 2023
Harvey Faye, Sr, age 75, of Kiln, passed away on Friday, October 20, 2023, in New Orleans.
He was preceded in death by his father, Charles L. Faye, Sr; his mother, Violetta Ladner Faye; his brothers, Charles L. Faye, Jr, Wascom Faye, Morris Faye, and Chester Faye; a sister, Charlotte Faye Graham; and infant twins, a brother and sister.
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Bonnie Ladner Holliman
Oct 20, 2023
Bonnie Ladner Holliman, age 79, of Gulfport, passed away on October 20, 2023.
Bonnie was a native of DeLisle, Mississippi, and a resident of Gulfport. She was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. She served her community as a registered nurse, working 24 years in Oncology, and then later in Hospice care for 5 years.
She loved...
Angelo Vitali
Oct 19, 2023
Angelo Vitali, age 88 of Long Beach, passed away on Thursday, October 19, 2023.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Robert Edwin Peden
Oct 19, 2023
Robert Edwin Peden, age 28 of Gulfport, passed away on Thursday, October 19, 2023.
He was preceded in death by his father, Robert "Bobby" Peden; paternal grandfather, William "Bill" Peden, and grandmother, Genevieve Peden; maternal grandfather, Fred Heflin.
Robert is survived by son, Gabriel Alexander Peden; mother, Melissa Heflin Peden; brothers, Austin P. Peden and Wesley P. Peden, Sr. (Savannah);...
Deborah "Debbie" Laursen
Oct 19, 2023
Deborah “Debbie” Laursen, 70 of Diamondhead, MS passed away peacefully at her home on October 19, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 1, 1953 in Bossier City, LA to Charles & Doris Sellers. She is preceded in death by her father, Charles Sellers.
Debbie enjoyed being in the outdoors and going fishing. She was...
Karry Kathleen Galey
Oct 18, 2023
Karry Kathleen Galey, age 59, of Biloxi, Mississippi, passed away on Wednesday, October 18, 2023.
Karry was a native of Los Alamitos, California where she graduated from Los Almitos High School where she ran track. She was a former forestry technician at the U.S. Forest Service from 1984-2006. She was also a crewman at CCC (California Conservation Corps). Karry...
Mildred "Millie" Pittman
Oct 18, 2023
Mildred “Millie” Pittman, 85 of Gulfport, MS passed away on October 18, 2023 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on October 20, 1937 in Shreveport, LA to the late Robert & Elanor Magner. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Earl Pittman; and two sisters, Kay and Sharon.
Millie enjoyed going to...
Douglas Husley
Oct 18, 2023
Douglas Husley, 64 of Gulfport, MS passed away on October 18, 2023 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on January 13, 1959 in Biloxi, MS to the late Andrew & Ruby Husley. He is preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Terry Husley.
Doug was a true outdoorsman and loved nature. He enjoyed fishing...
Gary Jason Carver
Oct 18, 2023
Gary Jason Carver, a beloved licensed boat captain who recently retired, has sadly passed away at the age of 64 in Gulfport. He was heard, seen, and felt - an extraordinary presence that left an everlasting mark on the lives of those who knew him. Born and raised with a strong spirit in Long Beach, Gary attended Long Beach High School...
Patsy H. Patricelli
Oct 17, 2023
Patsy Ruth Henderson Patricelli, at 80, of Gulfport, passed away on October 17, 2023.
Patsy received her master’s degree in Math Education at Mississippi College in Clinton, MS. She was a teacher at Gulfport High School for 31 years and was a math instructor at William Carey College in Biloxi, MS. Patsy was the math coordinator for Harrison County Schools,...
Robert Earl Mixon
Oct 17, 2023
Robert Earl Mixon, age 90, passed away on Oct 17, 2023 at Gulfport Memorial Hospital after a short illness.
Robert was born March 1, 1933, in Hattiesburg, MS to Earl and Hazel (Crowe) Mixon. Robert attended Eatonville High School. At the age of 17, Robert enlisted in the United States Army, where he served in Korea. After serving 2 years,...
Rita Gail Dill
Oct 17, 2023
Rita Gail Dill, a cherished daughter, sister, loving mother, and grandmother, passed away on October 17, 2023, at the age of 69. She was born in Duckhill, Mississippi, and called Gulfport, Mississippi, her home for many years.
Rita was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Bennie Dill; her father, Earl Carr;, and her brother, Danny Carr.
She is survived...
Teresa Haden
Oct 17, 2023
Teresa Mae Haden, 65, of Gulfport, MS, passed away on October 17, 2023. Born on July 9, 1958, in Virginia. Teresa was a beautiful person inside and out. She had a loving and bubbly personality that could light up any room. Teresa was known for her selflessness and always putting others' needs before her own. She adored her family and...
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