OBITUARIES
Christopher William Jones
Nov 30, 2023
Christopher WIlliam Jones, 57, of Gulfport died November 30th, 2023. Services are private and arrangments are being handled by Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport.
Allyson I. Jones
Nov 30, 2023
Allyson I. Jones, age 86, of Lorida, Florida (formerly of the MS Gulf Coast), passed away on November 30, 2023, at St. Camillus Center in Sebring, Florida.
Ms. Jones will be laid to rest with her parents in a private ceremony at Floral Hills Memorial Gardens in Gulfport, MS.
Harold "Hal" Ray Cioffi
Nov 30, 2023
Harold “Hal” Ray Cioffi, age 68, of Long Beach, passed away on November 30, 2023.
Hal was preceded in death by his parents, Daniel and Mary Cioffi; a sister, Linda Cioffi; his father-in-law, Gerald L. “Buster” Young; and a sister-in-law, Missy Smith Dedeaux.
He is survived by his wife of 23 years, Sharon Wendy Smith Cioffi; his children, Colby (Shelbie)...
Garlon Darrell Martin
Nov 30, 2023
Garlon Darrell Martin went to his heavenly home November 30, 2023. He passed peacefully with family at his side.
He was born August 25, 1941, in Carson, MS. In August 1962, he married the love of his life, Willie Dean Sumrall. He worked in insurance, construction and law enforcement over the years. He came to the coast in...
Doris Mae Revon
Nov 30, 2023
Doris Mae “Nena” Revon, 93, was born March 30, 1930, to Grover Clifton Peoples and Edna Pauline Frye Casanovas in Monroeville, Alabama. She passed away at The Claiborne at Gulfport Highlands on November 30, 2023.
She was preceded in death by her parents, and her sister and brothers, Priscilla Silver, James Peoples, and Grover Peoples. She was also preceded in...
Robert "Bob" Williams
Nov 30, 2023
Robert (Bob) Lowery Williams was born on November 11, 1938. He is the son of Elias Leon Williams and Jewel A. Williams. He grew up in Wesson, Mississippi. He grew up in a multi-generational family. His grandfather was also Robert. So they called his grandfather Pa Bob and he was called Bob Boy. He spent his childhood growing up...
Frank O. King Sr.
Nov 29, 2023
Frank O. King Sr., - Of Ocean Springs, passed away at home surrounded by his family, on Wednesday, November 29, 2023. Born on December 13, 1951, in Biloxi, MS. Frank led a remarkable life filled with accomplishments, simple joys, and cherished relationships. His passing has left an immense void in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing...
Joshua Anson Stone
Nov 29, 2023
Joshua Anson Stone, age 25, of Gulfport, passed away on Wednesday, November 29, 2023.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, served the family.
Dr. John Allan Brazitis
Nov 29, 2023
Dr. John Allan Brazitis, age 83, of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away on November 29, 2023. Born on May 13, 1940, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to John and Florence Brazitis, he leaves behind a legacy marked by profound contributions and a life rich with accomplishments.
A dedicated father and esteemed military veteran, John served in the United States Air Force, where...
Theresa E. Bliss
Nov 29, 2023
Theresa E. Bliss - A beloved wife, mother, sister, and grandmother, passed away peacefully at home in Ocean Springs, MS, surrounded by her loving family after a courageous battle with cancer on Wednesday, November 29, 2023.Born in Poland on March 26, 1945, Theresa was a beacon of light in the lives of all those fortunate enough to know her. Known...
Michael Robert Selvage
Nov 27, 2023
Michael Robert Selvage, age 71, of Gulfport, passed away on Monday, November 27, 2023.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Charles Ray Kelly Sr.
Nov 27, 2023
Charles R. Kelly, Sr., age 80 of Saucier, passed away Monday, November 27, 2023.
He was preceded in death by his father, Guy Benjamin Kelly, Sr.; mother, Mary Eilene Gowan Kelly; wife, Marion Rita Kelly; daughter, Frances Elizabeth Kelly; brothers, Clyde Kelly, Archie Kelly, Hulon Ray Kelly, and Guy Kelly, Jr.; and sister, Dianne Gonzales.
Charles is survived by his...
Ruth Elaine Gibson
Nov 27, 2023
Ruth Elaine Gibson, age 78, of the Dedeaux community, passed away on Monday, November 27, 2023.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Odis Cuevas and Grace Deschamp Cuevas Ladner; her husband, Owen Gibson; her son, Rancy Gambill; and her sister, June Cuevas.
Left to cherish her memory are her children, Timmy Gambill (Samantha), Donna Gambill, Tesia Gambill (Troy), and Tammy...
Helen La Fontaine
Nov 27, 2023
Helen La Fontaine, age 93, of Orange Grove, passed away on Monday, November 27, 2023, at her home.
She was a lifelong resident of the Coast and worked as a beautician, then she worked and retired in 1972 as Teacher and Disability Specialist with Headstart (Gulf Coast Community Action Agency). She was a member of First Baptist Church of Lyman,...
Elena M. Brown
Nov 25, 2023
Elena Prosperie Brown passed away peacefully at Coastal Health and Rehabilitation Center on Saturday, November 25, 2023. She was 80 years of age and the devoted mother of Michael L. Brown II and Brian G. Brown and the grandmother of Austin, Collin, Ethan, Jordan and Cameron Brown. Elena was the daughter of the late Louis and Josephine Leto Prosperie and...
Patricia "Patsy" Diana McCrory
Nov 25, 2023
Patricia "Patsy" Diana McCrory, age 72 of Long Beach, passed away on Saturday, November 25, 2023.
Patsy found joy in the simple pleasures of life. Her love for planting and painting with her grandchildren and other family members created cherished memories that will be remembered by all who had the pleasure of witnessing their bond. She was preceded in death by...
Gerald "Rusty" Redmond
Nov 25, 2023
Gerald “Rusty” Redmond, 73 of Biloxi and resided in Vancleave in Jackson County, passed away on November 25, 2023, at the Ocean Springs Hospital. He was born on March 18, 1951, in Biloxi to Jesse Redmond & Myrtis Redmond. He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Eldon Redmond, Jessie “Bo” Redmond, Jerry Redmond, Lavoise Redmond, George Redmond, Tommy...
Martha Louise Lothers
Nov 25, 2023
Martha “Marti” Louise Lothers, 95 of Ocean Springs, MS., formerly of Mission Viejo, CA passed away on Saturday, November 25, 2023, at her home. She was born on April 22, 1928, in Indiana to Cleveland Butcher and Emma Emery. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, Robert “Bob” Lothers; son, David Lothers; and brother, Nathaniel Ryan Emery.
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Mary Elizabeth Dardar
Nov 25, 2023
Mary Elizabeth Dardar, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on November 25, 2023, in Slidell, Louisiana. She was born on October 30, 1946, to William Sutton and Gloria Zimmer.Mary had a diverse career that reflected her passion for helping others. She worked as a Special Education Teacher Assistant, where she made a significant impact on the lives...
Travis Smith
Nov 25, 2023
Travis Smith a native of Arkansas, and a long-time resident of Ocean Springs, MS., passed away at The Ocean Springs Hospital on Saturday, November 25, 2023, at the age of 76.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Willie Lafayette Smith “Pa” and his mother, Muriel Joyce Smith “Ma.”
Travis is survived by his devoted and...
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