OBITUARIES
Mertice Parmer Smith
Jul 16, 2023
Mertice Parmer Smith of Long Beach and Poplarville, MS passed away peacefully on July 17, 2023.
Born February 2, 1926, in Blue Springs, Alabama, Mertice was the only child of LL Blakey and Ollie Riley Blakey, a hardworking farming family.Mertice married James Preston Parmer at 17 and had three children. They moved multiple times, eventually settling in...
Robert Stephen Bogner
Jul 15, 2023
Robert Bogner, beloved husband, father, son, and brother, passed away on Saturday, July 15, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. Born on January 9, 1978, in Bermuda, Robert lived a life filled with passion and dedication.A man of many interests and talents, Robert's love for target shooting and his cherished Corvette were central to his life....
Elizabeth Ann Galloway
Jul 15, 2023
Elizabeth Ann Galloway was born April 15, 1958, to proud and happy parents, Perry and Dixie Gautier, She and her sister, Choyce May, brought great joy to her immediate family and to the close-knit extended family that lived nearby. The sisters were wrapped, spiritually and physically, in love and joy as they grew up. They were more than sisters;...
Carol Bailey Wood
Jul 15, 2023
Carol Bailey Wood, age 78, of Long Beach, passed away on July 15, 2023.
Carol was born on December 4, 1944, in Denver, CO to Clark and Leah Bailey. She grew up in a loving family that included her brother, Roger. Carol graduated from Gulfport High School and embarked on a fulfilling career with Mississippi Power Company. She dedicated...
Robert Elmer Cloyd
Jul 14, 2023
Robert Elmer Cloyd, a native of Chico, CA., and resident of Ocean Springs, MS., passed away on Friday, July 14, 2023, in Ocean Springs at the age of 70 years old.
Known to his family and friends as “Bob”, he was a graduate of Pleasant Valley in Chico, CA, and attended Butte College. He was a skilled handyman...
Jimmy Dale Barfield
Jul 13, 2023
James Dale Barfield, known affectionately as "Mr. Fred" and "Mr. B" to many, passed away on July 13, 2023, in Gulfport, Mississippi. He was born on December 31, 1939, in Union, Mississippi, to Clyde and Marie Barfield.Jim had an incredible career as the owner of Freds Discount Stores on the Gulf Coast. He was a shrewd businessman with an unwavering...
Chief David Bass
Jul 13, 2023
Chief David Bass, age 64, of Long Beach, passed away on July 13, 2023, in New Orleans, LA.
He was preceded in death by his father, Reginald Bass; his mother, Lottie Mae Burge Bass; and a nephew, Taylor Bass.
He is survived by his loving wife of 8 years, Susan Danenhower Bass; a daughter, Lindsey Bourne; a brother, Gene...
Robert Fleetwood Bozeman, Jr.
Jul 12, 2023
Robert Fleetwood Bozeman, Jr., age 90, of Diamondhead, passed away on Wednesday, July 12, 2023.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Robert Lee Whetstine
Jul 12, 2023
Robert ‘Bob’ Lee Whetstine – Late of Diamondhead, passed away suddenly after a brief illness at Woodland Village, on Wednesday, July 12, 2023. Age 84.
Survived by his wife of 62 years Fran Whetstine and a son Mark (Rita) Whetstine.
Preceded in death by a daughter Angie Whetstine (1974)
Per his wishes, cremation rites will be accorded.
The Riemann...
Curtis Arleth
Jul 12, 2023
Curtis Arleth, 80, of Gulfport MS, passed away on July 12, 2023 surrounded by his family. He was born on April 30, 1943 in Richmond, VA to the late Bernard & Elsie Arleth.
Curtis was a man of immense character and grace. Throughout his life, he exemplified warmth and kindness towards all those he encountered. His spirit was filled with...
KarenAnn Kristiane Samuelson
Jul 12, 2023
KarenAnn Kristiane Samuelson, 78, passed away on July 12, 2023, in Gulfport, MS. She was born on December 15, 1944, in Duluth, Minnesota. Karen grew up on a farm before moving to Proctor, Minnesota, and later to Oregon and California. She worked as a Purchasing Agent at Berkley Bank of California and also taught ceramics classes in Minnesota. More...
Adelina Rodriguez Montesino
Jul 12, 2023
Adelina Rodriguez Montesino, age 90 of Gulfport, passed away on Wednesday, July 12, 2023.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Ruby Lynn Wilson
Jul 12, 2023
Ruby Lynn Wilson, age 71, of Gulfport, passed away on July 12, 2023.
She was preceded in death by her father, Lewis W. Roberts; her mother, Dorothy G. White; and a sister, Glenda Cushman.
She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Larry Van Wilson; a daughter, Stephanie (Gary) Spring; 2 sisters, Evelyn Massey (Bill) and Patricia Roberts (Garner);...
Gaydell Cue Beyer
Jul 12, 2023
Gaydell Cue Beyer, age 87, of Bay St. Louis, passed away on July 12, 2023, in New Orleans, LA.
Gaydell was born on November 9, 1935, to Jessie Favre and Emile “Dick” Cue. She was raised in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi and graduated from St. Joseph Academy. She also attended Mississippi State College for Women. She met the love of...
John Clark Pates
Jul 11, 2023
John Clark Pates, age 72, of Biloxi, passed away on July 11, 2023.
Services were private.
Interment was at Biloxi City Cemetery.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Biloxi served the family
Harry "Toogie" DeWitt Bahm, Jr.
Jul 11, 2023
Harry DeWitt “Toogie” Bahm, Jr., age 83, of McHenry, passed away Tuesday, July 11, 2023.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Harry D. & Elma D. Bahm; sister, Martha Dee Barlow; and brother, Stanley Richard “Dicky” Bahm.
Harry is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Rosharon Bahm; his children, Harry D. Bahm, III (Carolyn), Shelli Weston...
Edward "Snowball" F. McKenna, Jr.
Jul 11, 2023
Edward "Snowball" F. McKenna, Jr, age 93, of Long Beach, passed away on July 11, 2023.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Velma McKenna; his parents, Edward F. McKenna, Sr. and Louise Netz McKenna; a brother, George McKenna, a sister, Mary Donnellon, and a grandson, Blake McKenna.
He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Deidre...
William Griffith Faust
Jul 10, 2023
William Griffith Faust, known to his loved ones as Bill, peacefully passed away on July 10, 2023, in Biloxi, MS. Born on November 5, 1937, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Bill led a remarkable life that touched the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing him.Bill dedicated many years of his life to serving his community. He retired with...
Michael James Piszczek
Jul 9, 2023
Michael ‘Mick’ James Piszczek, our beloved brother, son, husband, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on July 9, 2023, at the age of 28 years old. Michael was born to Carol and Jerry Piszczek on June 20, 1995, in Wichita, Kansas. He graduated from Hutchinson Community College with a degree in Fire Science. He eventually furthered his education to be more...
John C. Dawson, Jr.
Jul 8, 2023
John Carlton Dawson, Jr., age 68, of Gulfport, passed away on Saturday, July 8, 2023.
He was born on August 5, 1954 in Washington, D.C. to John Carlton Dawson and Sarah Dever Dawson and resided in Gulfport for the last 52 years.
After graduating from Gulfport East High School in 1972, he earned a bachelor's degree from the University of...
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