OBITUARIES

Dec 19, 2024

Cliff Sutton Jr, 55 of Gulfport passed away suddenly on December 19, 2024. He was born on February 2, 1969 in Port St. Joe, Florida. Cliff is preceded in death by his father, Louie Sutton Sr; maternal grandmother, Gloria Houseman; and his grandson, Bentlee Clyfton Grimes.

Cliff attended Harrison Central High School in 1987. Cliff always worked in construction and worked...

Dec 18, 2024

Wanda S. Jones, age 78, of Gulfport, passed away on December 18, 2024.  

Mrs. Jones made an anatomical gift to the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson.

The family will hold a graveside service at a later date.

The Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, assisted the family with local arrangements.

Dec 18, 2024

Frank A. George, age 77 of Gulfport, passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2024.

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

Dec 18, 2024

Patricia Ann Garner, of Gulfport, peacefully passed away on Wednesday December 18, 2024, at the age of 77. Mrs. Garner was a long-time resident of the Mississippi Gulf Coast. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Some of her favorite hobbies included bowling, painting, gardening, and the occasional casino visit.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Nacy and...

Dec 18, 2024

Dennis Harold Reeves, age 76, of Diamondhead, passed away on, Wednesday, December 18, 2024, in Gulfport.

Dennis retired from A T & T as a computer engineer in 2000. During his retirement, he was able to spend his time focused on his love of golf. His competitive spirit in sports, that he developed in his younger years, helped him overcome the...

Dec 18, 2024

Edith Gaines, 94 of Saucier passed away on December 18, 2024 at the Driftwood Nursing Facility. She was born on March 11, 1930 in Walker County, Alabama to the late David & Exer Alexander. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband of 67 years Mack Gaines; grandson, Michael Bond; son in law, Delma Bond; brothers, Noah Alexander, Thirl...

Dec 18, 2024

Betty S. Sconiers, age 93, passed away on December 18, 2024 in Biloxi. Born in 1931, she was a lifelong resident of Biloxi. Betty was a devout Christian lady and loved church.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Harold Walker Sconiers; son, Wayne Harold Sconiers; parents, Floyd Nelson Sherrell and Ruby Maples Sherrell Wright; and siblings, Doris Sherrell Waters,...

Dec 17, 2024

Christina "CJ" Daughdrill, 39 of Biloxi passed away on December 17, 2024.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 28, 2024 from 2:00 pm until 4:00 pm at the Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport (11280 Three Rivers Road, Gulfport).  A Memorial Service will follow on Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 4:00 pm at the Riemann Family Funeral Home.

A full obituary will...

Dec 17, 2024

Alton Donald Farmer, Sr, age 84, of Gulfport, passed away on December 17, 2024.

He was preceded in death by his parents, D.D. Farmer, Sr. and Edna Richards Farmer; step-mother, Clara Farmer; brothers, D.D. Farmer, Jr., Holly Farmer, James "Bill" Farmer, and Will Earl Farmer.

Alton is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Linda Carolyn Farmer; children, Alton (Donnie) Farmer,...

Dec 17, 2024

Linda Strange Galloway, age 77, passed away on December 17, 2024. She was born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, in 1947. Her father's Air Force service brought the family to Biloxi, Mississippi in the early 1950's, where she graduated from Biloxi High School in 1965.

Linda pursued higher education, earning a Bachelor of Arts from Mississippi University for Women in 1969, a Master...

Dec 17, 2024

Carol Ladner Sandidge, age 82, entered into the presence of the Lord on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. 

Carol was a native of DeLisle, Mississippi, and a long-time resident of Gulfport. She graduated from Pass Christian High School, earning valedictorian honors as well as recognition for her exceptional skills on the basketball court.

 Carol stood firm in her trust in God despite life’s...

Dec 16, 2024

JoAnn Humphries, age 83, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2024, in Biloxi, Mississippi. Born on May 22, 1941, Jo Ann attended school in Forest County, where she was voted “Ms. Forest County Agricultural High School.”

JoAnn dedicated over 20 years to serving on the Biloxi Planning Commission, contributing significantly to the community. She was the proud owner of Jo Ann’s...

Dec 15, 2024

Walter Greg Smith, age 78, of Poplarville, passed away peacefully on December 15, 2024.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter Lelius Smith and Ruth Hariel Smith; a sister, Jerry Kate Bazor; his wife, Aline Brewer Smith; and a grandson, Dakota Necaise.

Greg is survived by his children, Steven (Miranda) Smith, Angela (Darren) Dutil, and Michelle Mitchell, and Brent Smith;...

Dec 15, 2024

Angela Elizabeth McDaniel, age 25 of Gulfport, passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2024. 

Angela was preceded in death by her grandparents, Jerry Strong and Maggie McDaniel; her great grandparents and several aunts and uncles.

She is survived by her mother's, Brandy Strong and Elizabeth Mauffray; her father, Tony McDaniel; and siblings, Jorden T.S. Boleware and Ashley McDaniel.

She enjoyed lights, music and...

Dec 15, 2024

George David Rogers, age 76, passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2024, in Kiln.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Pearl Rogers; father, Joseph “J.D.” Daniel Rogers; stepmom, Irene Rogers.

He is survived by his sisters, Elaine Lawton (Clayton) and Libby Spiers, a host of nieces and nephews.

David loved drawing and fishing, and he enjoyed camping trips with his family....

Dec 15, 2024

Ray Brayden Buchholz, a radiant spirit born on a full moon, October 22, 2021, in Biloxi, MS, gained his little angel wings to dance in the Heavens, on a full moon, December 15, 2024, in New Orleans Children's Hospital, New Orleans, LA, leaving behind cherished memories and an indelible mark on the hearts of all who knew him.

From the very...

Dec 15, 2024

   Ms. Joerettsie “Essie” Mae Stewart, age 84, of Long Beach, passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2024. Ms. Stewart was born in Kiln, MS on June 16,1940, to Jesse Willard Cuevas and Lillie Mae Hoda Cuevas. She married the love of her life, Dean, at the age of 15. She was a homemaker for most of her life until...

Dec 14, 2024

James Garrold Owen, affectionately known as "Jerry," was born on July 1, 1943, in Lumberton, Mississippi. He passed away peacefully on December 14, 2024, in Long Beach, Mississippi.

Jerry dedicated his life to music, seamlessly blending his passion with his profession. He spent many years employed at Sears Parts in Gulfport. Music was more than a career for Jerry; it was...

Dec 14, 2024

Shelley Hyde Bentz, age 73, of Pass Christian, passed away on December 14, 2024.

She was preceded in death by her father, James L. Hyde; and her mother, Jacqueline Pugh Justice.

Mrs. Bentz is survived by her husband of 46 years, Robert Henry “Robbie” Bentz, Sr; her children, Lauren Bentz Winbigler (James N), and Robert H. “Bret” Bentz, Jr (Sheena); her grandchildren,...

Dec 14, 2024