OBITUARIES
Alphonse Joseph Lind, Jr.
Oct 25, 2023
Alphonse Joseph Lind, Jr., age 78, of Diamondhead, passed away on Wednesday, October 25, 2023.
A native of Pass Christian, Mr. Lind had made Diamondhead his home. He was an Army veteran serving his country from 1969 to 1974 and recipient of The National Defense Service medal. He was employed by the Gulfport Veterans Administration Hospital. Alphonse enjoyed fishing, particularly...
Thelma Hock
Oct 25, 2023
Thelma Gertrude McCabe Bobko Hock, born July 31st, 1923, a native of Kansas City, Missouri and resident of St. Petersburg, Florida, died October 25th, 2023, in St Petersburg. She was 100 years old.
Mrs. Hock was preceded in death by her husband, Phillip Hock; sister, Vera Fernauld; and stepdaughter, Nancy Shoemake.
She is survived by her...
Christine Chiniche
Oct 25, 2023
Christine Hart Chiniche, age 87, of Bay St. Louis, passed away on October 25, 2023.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank P. Chiniche; and her parents, Christopher and Lillie Belle Hart.
She is survived by her God children, Fr. Mike Austin and Natalie Sandoz Auger; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.
Visitation will...
Betty Marie Fleming
Oct 24, 2023
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Betty Marie Fleming, affectionately known as “Rhee” to her friends and family. Rhee was born on December 22, 1954, in Calhoun County, MS. She departed from this world on October 24, 2023, in her home in Long Beach, MS, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, laughter, and unforgettable...
Myra Lynn Watkins
Oct 24, 2023
Myra Lynn Watkins, age 66, of Long Beach, passed away Tuesday, October 24, 2023.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, of Long Beach, is assisting the family with arrangements.
Paul J Caudill
Oct 23, 2023
Paul J. Caudill, age 71, passed away Monday, October 23, 2023, at his home in Long Beach, Mississippi. He was born in Kentucky but became a resident of Long Beach.
Paul was a veteran of the United States Army, who later worked as a coal miner. He enjoyed hunting and fishing in his spare time.
Paul is survived by...
Rebecca Renee Waterbury
Oct 23, 2023
Rebecca defined her life by fierce independence and a passion for knowledge. She shared her medical knowledge and healthcare administrative skills with companies from coast to coast and loved her work family. Most of all, she loved laughing with her own family and doting on many of them, mainly her nieces, whom she considered her children.Rebecca, or to many, Becca,...
Beatrice Marie Cuevas
Oct 23, 2023
Beatrice “Marie” Cuevas, age 70, of Gulfport, MS passed, October 23, 2023.
Marie was born on October 23, 1953, in Gulfport to the late Mabel and Renelder Cuevas. She was a graduate of Harrison Central High School and graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi with an accounting degree. She worked as a CPA in the Gulfport area serving her...
Barbara Claire Hayes
Oct 23, 2023
Barbara Claire Hayes, native of New Orleans, La., passed away on October 23, 2023, in Gulfport, MS, at the age of 89. Barbara was a long-time resident of Biloxi, Ms. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph, and Blanche L’herisse; her sister, Iris Spencer; her brothers, Ralph L’herisse, and Wayne L’herisse; her children; Hubert T. Hayes, and...
Charles Lee McWhorter
Oct 22, 2023
Charles Lee McWhorter, age 43, of Rochelle, Georgia, passed away on Sunday, October 22, 2023.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Waveland, is serving the family.
Taylor Allen Wagner
Oct 22, 2023
Taylor Allen Wagner passed away on Sunday, October 22, 2023 at the age of 32. Taylor was born on August 7, 1991 in McComb, MS, and grew up in Picayune, MS, where he graduated from Picayune Memorial High School in 2010. He went on to graduate from the University of Southern Mississippi, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in...
Delia Marie Garcia Schouder
Oct 22, 2023
Delia “Dee” Marie Garcia Schouder, age 84, of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away on October 22, 2023.
Dee was a devoted Christian who dedicated many years to mission work. She loved to sing and pray for others. Dee had a great sense of humor and enjoyed making her family laugh. Above all, she loved her family fiercely and cherished every moment...
Edwin "Ed" H. James
Oct 22, 2023
Edwin “Ed” H. James, 85, of Biloxi, MS passed away on October 22, 2023 at his home with his loving wife by his side. He was born on February 5, 1938 in Clarksdale, MS to the late Bryce & Bernice James. He is preceded in death by his parents; son, Edwin Scott James; and brother, Bryce James Jr.
Ed...
Bryan E Dietz
Oct 21, 2023
Bryan E Dietz, U.S. Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class, a dedicated family man, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on October 21, 2023, in Gulfport, Mississippi. He was born on November 23, 1958.Throughout his life, Bryan made a significant impact in various professions. He began his career as a lead custodian at Goshen Central High School and later served...
Betty Mae Cuevas
Oct 21, 2023
Betty Mae Cuevas, age 87, of DeLisle, passed away on Saturday, October 21, 2023, in Bay St. Louis, MS surrounded by her loved ones.
Betty Mae is preceded in death by her husband, Everett Oliver Cuevas, Sr., her son Everett Oliver Cuevas, Jr., her great grandson Cameron Cuevas, her mother Elsie Necaise Gilbert and her father Clarence “Pete”...
Lori Michelle Myers
Oct 20, 2023
Lori Michelle Myers - Passed peacefully in her home with her family by her side on Friday, October 20, 2023, at the age of 58, after a valiant battle with cancer.
Born on November 24, 1964, in her hometown of Biloxi, Lori lived a life full of compassion, adventure, and dedication to her profession. Lori's career spanned 30 years, and...
David G. Thompson
Oct 20, 2023
David G. Thompson, 66, passed away on October 20, 2023, in Bay St. Louis, MS. He was a resident of Diamondhead since 2005.
After graduating from Moselle High School in 1975, David worked as a skilled marine electrician at Ingalls Shipbuilding, Turnbull Metal and others.
Fishing was David's favorite pastime, and he loved fishing at the Twin Lakes in Diamondhead.
...
Michael John Cissell
Oct 20, 2023
LCDR Michael John Cissell, US Naval Aviator, retired who proudly served his country for over 20 years, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 20, 2023, at Saad Hospice Retreat in Mobile, Alabama.
He was born on October 25, 1952, in St. Louis, Missouri, and moved with his family to Gulfport, MS at the age of 5. He lived in...
Linda Marie Wedgeworth
Oct 20, 2023
Linda Marie Dedeaux Wedgeworth, age 70, of the Dedeaux Community, passed away on October 20, 2023.
She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Clinton and Earlyne Dedeaux; a brother, Carey Dedeaux; and her grandparents, Christoph and Mae Dedeaux and Leran and Ethel Ladner.
She is survived by her children, Lance Wedgeworth (Charlee) and Lindsey Anderson (Jake); her...
John E. Hastings Sr.
Oct 20, 2023
John E. Hastings Sr. - A Loving husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on October 20, 2023, at his home in Biloxi, MS surrounded by his beloved family. He was born on March 30, 1949, to George Ellsworth Hastings and Marjorie (nee Nadeau) Hastings in Montague City, MA.John will be remembered for his deep love for his family....
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