OBITUARIES

Kenneth Mickael Barber

Kenneth Mickael Barber

Nov 17, 2023

Kenneth Mickael Barber, age 70, of Kiln, Mississippi, passed away on November 17, 2023.

Mr. Barber was a strong Christian man who loved his wife, children, grandchildren, his family and friends fiercely.  He loved to make others laugh and he never met a stranger and he cared deeply for others.  He was a life-long resident of the Coast and retired...

Carol McMinn Kelly

Carol McMinn Kelly

Nov 15, 2023

 

We are deeply saddened by the loss of Carol McMinn Kelly, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Despite facing numerous medical challenges, she persevered with grace and strength. Carol passed away peacefully on November 15, 2023, surrounded by her family; she was 87 years young.

Carol was born on February 11, 1936, in Laurel, Mississippi, to Jaye Alton...

Warren Bernard Doussan , Jr.

Warren Bernard Doussan , Jr.

Nov 15, 2023

 

Warren B. Doussan Jr. entered Heaven, at the age of 61, on Wednesday, November 15th, 2023.

 

He was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on November 23rd, 1961 and was a graduate of Archbishop Rummel High School and South Eastern University with a Business Degree.

 

Warren owned and operated an international airport rehabilitation company for more than 2...

Carol Jaye McMinn Kelly

Carol Jaye McMinn Kelly

Nov 15, 2023

Carol Jaye McMinn Kelly, age 87, of Pass Christian, passed away on Wednesday, November 15, 2023.

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

Terry Austin

Terry Austin

Nov 15, 2023

 

Terry Sexton Austin, age 65, of Gulfport, went to be with her Lord and Savior on November 15, 2023.

She is survived by her loving husband of 45 years, David Austin; her children, Christy Austin Gollahon (Shane) and Matthew Austin (Hope); her parents, Harley Edward and Mary Francis Sexton; her siblings, Harley Edward Sexton, III (Debbie) and Mary Sexton;...

Madelyn Woodye Eskridge

Madelyn Woodye Eskridge

Nov 15, 2023

 

Madelyn Woodye Freeland Eskridge, aged 88, peacefully passed away on November 15, 2023. Born on June 4, 1935, in Lucedale, Mississippi, Madelyn Woodye was the beloved daughter of Woodie Stone Freeland and Kathleen Martin Freeland. She was originally named Woodye Madelyn Freeland after her father, but, with a touch of humor and grace, she embraced the name 'Woodye' throughout...

Donald Henry Meyn

Donald Henry Meyn

Nov 14, 2023

Donald Henry Meyn, age 86, of Diamondhead, passed away on Tuesday, November 14, 2023.

Riemann Family Funeral Home, Pass Christian, is serving the family.

Kathy Brock

Kathy Brock

Nov 14, 2023

Kathy Brock, age 70, of Gulfport, passed away on Tuesday, November 14, 2023.

Born on July 18, 1953, Kathy grew up with a passion for baking. It was this passion that led her to become the proud owner operator of the original Sugar Shack Bakery in Orange Grove. For years, Kathy delighted locals and visitors alike with her delectable treats,...

Georgianna Louise Barnett

Georgianna Louise Barnett

Nov 14, 2023

 

Georgianna Louise (Langer) Barnett, age 87, of Long Beach, Mississippi, formerly of Stratford, Connecticut, entered eternal rest on November 14, 2023, in Gulfport, MS surrounded by her loved ones. She was preceded in death by her parents, George Langer, Sr and Veronica Wilchinsky Langer; a son, George Joseph Langer; 2 sisters, Mildred Langer and Beverly Langdon; her best friend,...

Robert Caldwell

Robert Caldwell

Nov 13, 2023

Robert Milton Caldwell, age 82, of Biloxi, MS, passed away on Monday, November 13, 2023. He was a native of Tampa, Florida but the last 5 years on the Mississippi Gulf Coast.

He is preceded in death by his mother and father Dorothy and John Caldwell, his sisters Patricia, Carol and Teresa.

He is survived by his Children, Russell (Laura)Caldwell;...

Tim Irvin

Tim Irvin

Nov 13, 2023

 

Coy Timothy “Tim” Irvin, passed away on November 13, 2023, in Gulfport, Mississippi. Born on November 22, 1956, in Amory, Mississippi, Tim lived a life filled with love, adventure, and cherished connections. He was known for his kind heart and warm spirit that touched the lives of everyone he encountered.Tim retired as a manager after 20+ years at JM...

Billie "Bill" Culumber

Billie "Bill" Culumber

Nov 13, 2023

 

Billie “Bill” Culumber, 91 of Biloxi, Mississippi, passed away on November 13, 2023 at his home surrounded by his loving family.  He was born on July 21, 1932 in Decatur, IL to the late Paul & Atha Culumber.  He is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Doris Culumber; siblings, George Wade, and Woodrow Culumber.

Bill enjoyed playing cards...

Dolores Snow

Dolores Snow

Nov 13, 2023

Dolores Snow was born Josephine Dolores Bombach in Las Cruces, New Mexico on March 22, 1933. She died in Jackson, MS on November 13, 2023.  She was the oldest of five children born to Ramón and Aurora Bombach.  Raised on a family cotton farm in Mesilla, New Mexico during the Great Depression, Dolores attended Mesilla High School and was active...

Pamela R Ivy

Pamela R Ivy

Nov 12, 2023

Pamela R. Ivy, age 61, of Pass Christian, MS, passed away on Sunday, November 12, 2023.

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

William Christopher Alley

William Christopher Alley

Nov 12, 2023

Captain William Christopher “Kit” Alley passed away on November 12, 2023, in Gulfport, MS, at the age of 60.He was born June 28, 1963, in Ashland, KY and resided in Gulfport, MS.Kit was preceded in death by his mother, Elizabeth Windland Martin; and his biological mother, Norma Jean Adkins.He is survived by his loving wife of 24 years, Tina Wise...

Vernon Patrick Steele

Vernon Patrick Steele

Nov 11, 2023

Vernon Steele died November 11, 2023.  Riemann Family Funeral Home, Ocean Springs, is serving the family.  

Billy Joseph Barnett

Billy Joseph Barnett

Nov 11, 2023

Billy Joseph Barnett, affectionately known as "BB," passed away on November 11, 2023, in Long Beach, Mississippi, at the age of 64. He was born on September 23, 1959, in Gulfport, Mississippi, to Billy James Barnett and Mary Robertson Barnett.

Billy's journey began at St. John High School in Gulfport, where he graduated in 1979. He furthered his education at...

James Alfonso Nichols

James Alfonso Nichols

Nov 10, 2023

"To be absent from the body is to be present with The Lord"

 

James Alfonso Nichols, age 90, of Diamondhead, passed away on Friday, November 10, 2023.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Sarah Frizzell Nichols; his parents, James Alfonso Nichols and Annie Bynum Nichols; and his sister, Earline Nichols Westbrook.

He is survived by his...

Lynne Bohn

Lynne Bohn

Nov 10, 2023

 

Lynne Anne Cromwell Bohn, 74, of Pass Christian, Mississippi, entered into Heaven’s gates on Friday, November 10, 2023.  

 

Lynne was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on May 10, 1949, to Edith McCutchon Cromwell and Richard Peytavin Cromwell. She was the second child in a loving family who spent their time between New Orleans and Pass Christian, cultivating...

Lynne Ruth Lais Parkinson

Lynne Ruth Lais Parkinson

Nov 10, 2023

Lynne Ruth Lais Parkinson, age 82, of Diamondhead, passed away on Friday, November 10, 2023.

Friends are invited to join the family for a Celebration of Life Gathering to be held on Saturday, January 6, 2024, at 1:00 PM at the Diamondhead Community Center.