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Cheryl Coleman Vallot

Cheryl Coleman Vallot

Aug 6, 2023

Cheryl Coleman Vallot, age 79, of Gulfport, passed away Sunday, August 6, 2023.

Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.

Frances Anne Lane Waldrop

Frances Anne Lane Waldrop

Aug 5, 2023

Frances Anne Lane Waldrop, age 82, of Gulfport, passed away Saturday, August 5, 2023.

Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, assisted the family.

Lia Lana Fortenberry

Lia Lana Fortenberry

Aug 5, 2023

Lia Lana Fortenberry, a beloved wife, mother, sister, and caretaker, passed away on August 5, 2023. She was born on June 9, 1964, in the beautiful state of Hawaii. Lia was known for her vibrant personality and her incredible sense of humor that brought joy to everyone she encountered. Her ability to ignite belly laughs and share her light with...

David Files Riemann

David Files Riemann

Aug 5, 2023

David Files Riemann, age 73 of Gulfport, MS, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Saturday, August 5, 2023.

David was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Martin Riemann and Iva Frances Files Riemann; brother, Robert Malcom “Mack” Riemann; mother-in-law and father-in-law; Gwen Hand Gollotte and Wilfred Elton Gollotte; and sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Vicki and David Cobb.

He...

Levi J Strowder

Levi J Strowder

Aug 4, 2023

Levi J. Strowder, age 80 of Perkinston, passed away on Friday, August 4, 2023.

Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.

John H Coleman Jr.

John H Coleman Jr.

Aug 4, 2023

 

John H. Coleman, Jr., age 78 of Pass Christian, passed away on Friday, August 4, 2023.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Rachel Smith; his father, John Coleman Sr.; and his son, Brandon Coleman.

John is survived by his spouse of 35 years, Linda C. Coleman; his son, Stacey Coleman; his daughter Laura Beth Siltala; his brother,...

John Richard Cox

John Richard Cox

Aug 4, 2023

John Richard Cox, a beloved member of the Gulfport community, passed away on Friday, August 4, 2023, at the age of 89. A dedicated and hardworking individual, John left a lasting impact on those who knew him. Born on March 28, 1934, in Evansville, Indiana, he was the son of John F. Cox and Sadie P. Cox.John graduated from Gulfport...

Billy Joe Stephens

Billy Joe Stephens

Aug 4, 2023

Billy Joe Stephens, age 87, of Gulfport, passed away Friday, August 4, 2023.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Wanda Stephens; parents, Orville and Coy D. Stephens; brother, Ray Stephens; and sister, Patsy Gordon.

Billy is survived by his son, Richard Stephens; grandchildren, Jaime Stephens and Dr. James Stephens (Candace); and his great grandchildren, Madisen Smith, Connor Stephens,...

George John Galla

George John Galla

Aug 3, 2023

 George John Galla, age 80, of Diamondhead, passed away on Thursday, August 3, 2023. A native of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, George had also lived in Corona, California but made Diamondhead his home for the last several years. He graduated from Rubidoux High School in Riverside, California, class of 1961, and attended Cypress College in Cypress, California where he studied Business. George...

Judy Anne Craven

Judy Anne Craven

Aug 3, 2023

Judy Anne Craven, age 69, of Saucier, passed away on August 03, 2023.

She was born in Coco Beach Florida to Robert Daniel Turner and Lillian Anne Crownover-Turner, and was raised in Tullahoma, Tennessee.  She served for 20 years in the United States Air force, earning the title Master Sergeant (MSGT). She held a BA in Jurisprudence, and practiced as...

Barbara Chachitz

Barbara Chachitz

Aug 3, 2023

 

Barbara Carlaw Chachitz, age 98, passed away on Thursday, August 3, 2023.  She was born on June 16, 1925, to David and Annie Carlaw in New Bedford, Massachusetts where she grew up.

Barbara was proud of her enlistment as a Seaman in the SPARS Coast Guard during WWII.  During her military service she met and married the love of...

Margaret Mary Berger

Margaret Mary Berger

Aug 3, 2023

Mrs. Margaret Mary (Seiter) Berger passed away from this life on Thursday morning, August 3, 2023, in Biloxi, Mississippi.

Born October 29, 1926, in Galveston, Texas, Mrs. Berger was a member of the Elks Lodge and Bethel Lutheran Church in Biloxi. Margaret enjoyed camping and traveling in their R.V. fulltime for 15 years throughout the United States and Canada, dancing...

Sylvia Rediger

Sylvia Rediger

Aug 2, 2023

Our family received the word that we lost our sister, Sylvia, on August 2, 2023, at her residence in Gulfport, MS. Sylvia was born April 24, 1944. She was the daughter of Steve and Doris Majors. She grew up in Petersburg, Michigan and graduating from Summerfield High School in 1962.

Some of her best memories and friends came from summers...

Helen Marie Taylor

Helen Marie Taylor

Aug 2, 2023

Helen Marie Taylor, age 91, was called home on August 2, 2023.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Estella Campanile; and her son, Douglas Daniels.

It is with tears in our eyes that we prepare for the homecoming of our beloved mother and grandmother, Helen Marie Taylor.

She is survived by her daughter, Rhonda M. Breaux of Gulfport;...

Ha Thanh Nguyen

Ha Thanh Nguyen

Jul 31, 2023

Ha Thanh Nguyen - Passed away suddenly Monday, July 31, 2023.  Age 64.

Survived by his son Hai Nguyen, his three daughters Trang Nguyen, Dawn Nguyen and Trish (Thomas) McDonald.  His grandchildren Christian, Christopher, Trinity, Aria, Grace, Karri-Mae and Judah.  

A visitation will be held on Monday, August 7, 2023, from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Riemann Family...

David Scott Lothers

David Scott Lothers

Jul 31, 2023

David Scott Lothers, a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on July 31, 2023, at the age of 62. Born on January 6, 1961, in Encino, CA, David's life was filled with passion, artistry, and an unwavering dedication to helping others.David was known for his free spirit and vibrant personality. Throughout his life, he explored various artistic endeavors...

Jack Leonard Taylor

Jack Leonard Taylor

Jul 31, 2023

Jack Leonard Taylor, 76, of Ocean Springs, Mississippi, passed away on July 31, 2023, in Ocean Springs. Born on January 23, 1947, in Biloxi, Mississippi, Jack was a lifelong resident of OceanSprings.

 He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather, known for his hardworking nature and love for the outdoors. Jack graduated from St. Martin High School in 1964 and...

Oanh Van Nguyen

Oanh Van Nguyen

Jul 30, 2023

Oanh Van Nguyen - Passed away suddenly Sunday, July 30, 2023 where he loved to be, his shop.  Age 71.

A visitation will be held on Wednesday, August 2, 2023, from 9:00 a.m-12:00 p.m. and on Friday, August 4, 2023 from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM at Riemann Family Funeral Home, 13872 Lemoyne Blvd. in Ocean Springs, MS.

The Riemann...

Pearl Inez Speer

Pearl Inez Speer

Jul 30, 2023

Pearl Inez Griffin Speer, age 80, of Milford, KS, passed away on July 30, 2023, in Gulfport, MS.

Pearl was born on July 27, 1943, in Guthrie, OK.  Upon graduating from High School, she attended Oklahoma Baptist University where she earned her BA in Sociology in 1965.  While in college she had the chance to travel to Europe for a...

Joyce Delene Maddox Mathews

Joyce Delene Maddox Mathews

Jul 30, 2023

Joyce Mathews of Gulfport passed away peacefully on July 30, 2023, after spending the day surrounded by her most profound legacy, her family.  

Joyce was born in Birmingham, AL to Arnold D. and Eloise N. Maddox and then grew up in Trussville, AL.   

As Leonardo da Vinci so famously said "There are three classes of people: those who...

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