OBITUARIES
Tammy Marie Short
Sep 28, 2024
Tammy Marie Short, born on June 27, 1976, in Missouri, passed away peacefully on September 28 2024, in Gulfport. She leaves behind a legacy of love and kindness that has touched the hearts of all who knew her.
A devoted mother and grandmother, Tammy's proudest accomplishments centered around her family.
She is survived by her children, Brenda Kay Beeson, Thomas Jefferson Beeson...
Everett Stanley Gilkerson
Sep 27, 2024
Everett Stanly Gilkerson, age 73, of Waveland, passed away on September 27, 2024.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Nellie King Gilkerson; and his sister, Donna Gilkerson Vollmer.
Everett is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Diane S. Banzhof Gilkerson; his children, Danny Gilkerson (Breena), Clifton Gilkerson, and Chad Gilkerson; his siblings, Mary Gilkerson Fawcett (Gordon),...
Shan Stuart Snowden
Sep 26, 2024
Shan "Snowball" Stuart Snowden, passed away on Thursday, September 26, 2024, at the age of 67. He was born on November 3, 1956, in Gulfport, Mississippi.
Shan was preceded in death by his mother, Dorothy Tisdale Snowden; his father, Earl LaRue Snowden; his brother, Alan LaRue Snowden; his sisters, Dixie Whitehead and Dawn Breland; and his daughter-in-law, Emily Snowden. Each of...
Rebecca Ann Simpkins
Sep 26, 2024
Rebecca Ann (Karns) Simpkins passed in her sleep on September 26, 2024, at the age of 71.
Becky was born and raised in Marshall, Michigan. She was beautiful, smart, funny and a great cook. She was one of the many students at the old St. Mary’s Catholic School of Marshall. Becky had 2 sons, Andy, and Brian with Chuck Bidelman. She...
Janice Fay Leake
Sep 26, 2024
Janice Fay Leake, age 84 of Hancock County, MS, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Thursday, September 26, 2024.
Janice was preceded in death by her parents, Percy Garriga and Effie Moran Garriga; son, James E. Leake.
She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Jerry W. Leake; her children, Charles Leake (Molly), Tina Lewis (Steve), and Bryan Leake...
Susan Ann Yurik
Sep 25, 2024
Susan Ann Yurik, a beloved member of our community, passed away on September 25, 2024, in Gulfport, MS at the age of 75. Born July 18, 1949, Biloxi, MS, Susan led a life filled with compassion, generosity, and spirit that uplifted all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Retiring after a long and fulfilling career in the retail industry, Susan...
James Oliver
Sep 25, 2024
James Olive of Bay St. Louis passed away September 25, 2024.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Waveland, is assisting the family.
William "Bill" Powell
Sep 25, 2024
William “Bill” Powell, age 79, of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away peacefully in his home, surrounded by loved ones, on September 25, 2024.
He was born on December 15, 1944, in Memphis, Tennessee, and he spent the majority of his life in Gulfport, a place he proudly called home.
He is preceded in death by his parents, W.T. and Martha Powell,...
Jerrilyn Lea McInnis-Mortis
Sep 24, 2024
Jerrilyn Lea McInnis-Mortis, a cherished soul whose warmth and spirit touched the lives of many, passed away peacefully at her home in, Florida, on September 24, 2024, after a valiant battle with cancer. Born on August 17, 1977, in Compton, California, Jerrilyn's journey led her through various paths, ultimately shaping her into the remarkable woman remembered by all who had...
Robert Lee Mumma
Sep 24, 2024
Robert Lee Mumma, 88, died September 24th, 2024. Riemann Family Funeral Home, Biloxi is assisting the family.
Ricardo "Rick" Moore
Sep 23, 2024
Ricardo "Rick" Moore, a cherished resident of Pass Christian, Mississippi, passed away on Monday, September 23, 2024, at the age of 88. He was born on November 21, 1935, in Omaha, Nebraska, and was a former resident of the Gentilly neighborhood in New Orleans.
Rick retired after a commendable career as a machinist with the Times Picayune Newspaper, where he was...
William F. Gillen, Jr.
Sep 23, 2024
On Monday, September 23, 2024, God called home one of his Chosin Few, William F. Gillen Jr., at the age of 94.
“Bill” was born to William F. Gillen Sr. and Mildred Prosperie on July 26, 1930. He was a resident of New Orleans for most of his life, but resided in Waveland, MS at the time of his passing. He...
Stephenie "Stevie" English
Sep 22, 2024
Stephenie Walker "Stevie" English
It is with deep sorrow and heartfelt love that we announce the passing of Stephenie English, who went to be with her Savior, Jesus Christ, on September 22, 2024, at the tender age of 16.
Stevie was born on January 24, 2008 in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, as a 6 lb. 8 oz. blonde curly headed blue eyed beautiful child....
Booth Robbin Nations
Sep 22, 2024
Booth Robbin Nations, age 84, of Long Beach, joined his Lord and Savior and his wife of 55 years on Sunday, September 22, 2024. Mr. Nations was born on October 29, 1939, in Bogue Chitto, MS to Kees Nations and Helen Laura Nations. He attended Copiah-Lincoln Community College; then went on to earn his BS degree at the University of...
Gregory Brian Gladin
Sep 21, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Gregory Gladin, age 63, a beloved resident of Biloxi, Mississippi. Gregory passed away peacefully on September 21, 2024, surrounded by family. Born in Savannah, Ga on June 12, 1961, Gregory lived a life filled with love, laughter and adventure. He was known for his warm smile, generous spirit,...
Sharon Ann Ladner
Sep 21, 2024
Sharon Ann Ladner, of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away peacefully in her hometown on September 21, 2024. She was a beloved daughter, sister, and friend, cherished by all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Sharon was a proud graduate of Mississippi State University, where she studied Animal Science. Her passion for animals extended far beyond her studies. Throughout her life, she...
Peter Winford Webb
Sep 20, 2024
Peter Winford Webb
(03/21/1948-09/20/2024)
Peter Winford Webb was born in Munich, Germany on March 21st, 1948, to his parents Airman Otis and Caroline Webb. Peter spent his early childhood in Germany before coming to Gulfport, Mississippi in the 1960s. Peter loved working at Gulf Coast Industries with his friends. Peter loved airplanes, the Saints football team, Batman, and Spiderman. His eyes would...
David Henry Hunt
Sep 19, 2024
David Henry Hunt, age 74 of Pass Christian, passed away on Thursday, September 19, 2024.
He was born in Philadelphia, PA to the late Edward (USN Ret.) and Aurora Jordon Hunt. He was proud to have served in the U.S. Marine Corp, Air National Guard, and retired in 1994 from the U.S. Air Force as a Master Sgt.
David was preceded in...
Maurice Allen Root II
Sep 19, 2024
Maurice A. Root, age 79, of Gulfport, passed away on September 19, 2024.
He was preceded in death by his father, Maurice A. Root; his mother, Viola M. Root; a sister, Maurene M. Fish; and a brother, Burgess Root.
Mr. Root is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Janet D. Root; his children, Karena M. Kerner-Gagnon (Rich) and Alison L....
Gloria Faye Rogers
Sep 18, 2024
Gloria Faye Rogers, 82, of Diamondhead, entered eternal rest peacefully on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, with her loving husband Allen by her side.
Gloria is preceded in death by her parents, Cecil Lloyd Smith and Mary Leman Boman; her brother, Leman Bert Heflin; and her sisters, Glenda Lee Brown, Mary Alice Holder, Maxine Rogers, and Sylvia Jane Holder.
She is survived by...
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