OBITUARIES
Edward Francis Sullivan
Nov 9, 2025
Mr. Edward F. Sullivan, age 77, passed away on November 9, 2025 in Ocean Springs, Mississippi.
A full tribute will be available soon.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, 13872 Lemoyne Blvd. West Jackson County is serving the family.
An online obituary may be viewed, and memories shared at www.RiemannFamily.com
Yolanda Ruppel Kelley
Nov 8, 2025
Yolanda Juanita Ruppel Kelley, age 85, of New Orleans, LA, passed away on November 8, 2025, in Pass Christian.
Arrangements are pending at the Riemann Family Funeral Home, Long Beach.
Mary Ann Bass
Nov 8, 2025
Mary Ann Bass, age 80, of Andalusia, AL, passed away on November 8, 2025, in Gulfport.
Mrs. Bass will be transferred to Foreman Funeral Home, Andalusia, AL, for services and burial.
A Full tribute will be posted soon.
The Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Randy T. Smith
Nov 8, 2025
Randy T. Smith, 72, of Diamondhead passed away November 08, 2025. Services are private with Riemann Family Funeral Home, Pass Christian assisting the family.
Louis Aaron Marlow
Nov 7, 2025
Louis Aaron Marlow, age 93, passed away peacefully on November 7, 2025, at the Armed Forces Retirement Home in Gulfport, Mississippi.
Born in Cullman, Alabama, on May 24, 1932, Mr. Marlow proudly served his country during the Vietnam War era. His distinguished military career spanned more than two decades, culminating in his retirement as a Master Sergeant in the United States...
Margie Maxine Gilson
Nov 7, 2025
Margie Maxine Gilson, 95, of Gulfport, MS passed away November 7, 2025. Visitation will be Saturday, November 15th from 1 until 2 PM at Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport. The Service will follow with burial at Coalville Cemetery.
A Full obituary will be posted soon. Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport is assisting the family.
Loyd Harlen Smith
Nov 7, 2025
Loyd Harlen Smith, 86, of Biloxi passed away November 7, 2025. He was born in Virginia and later moved to Florida as a welder. He was a proud member of the Boilermaker's Union. In retirement, he moved to the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
The family will hold a private service in Virginia at a later date. Riemann Family Funeral Home, Biloxi is...
William "Frank" Franklin Wheeler
Nov 5, 2025
William Franklin "Frank: Wheeler, age 98, of Gulfport, passed away on November 5, 2025.
Mr. Wheeler is survived by his children, Frankie Oplinger (Steve), Gwen Wheeler, Lori Herring (Eddie), and Kim Johnson (Mitch); his grandchildren, Brent Cowart, Shea Cowart, Jennifer Sullivan, Jessica Whittington, Keegan Thompson, and Samantha Beattie; 12-great-grandchildren; and other relatives and friends.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday,...
Michael William Holland
Nov 4, 2025
Michael William Holland, age 65, of Biloxi, passed away on November 4, 2025, at St. Joseph’s Hospice in Gulfport.
Mike was born and raised in Biloxi, Mississippi, where he also made his lifelong home. He earned an associate’s degree in Electronics and went on to have a successful career working with President Casino and Munro Petroleum.
Mike loved riding motorcycles, hunting, and...
Mary Jane Mize
Nov 4, 2025
Mary Jane Mize, age 77, of Ocean Springs, passed away on November 4, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, West Jackson County, is serving the family.
Full tribute will be posted when available.
Gregory Dale Cooper
Nov 4, 2025
Gregory Dale Cooper, age 62, of Perkinston, passed away on November 4, 2025.
As a beloved husband for 42 years, he shared in life's joys and challenges with his wife, Paula Cooper. Their bond was a testament to love and partnership, built on a foundation of mutual respect and devotion. Together, they raised a son who brought them immense pride: Chase...
Jan Marie Webb
Nov 3, 2025
Jan Marie Webb, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away on November 3, 2025. She was born on January 31, 1967, and lived a life marked by love, laughter, and cherished moments with family.
Jan was a simple and gentle woman whose joy was derived from the presence of her children and grandchildren. Her two sons, Shelby and James...
Alice Gray O'Neal
Nov 2, 2025
Alice Gray O’Neal was born on July 17, 1936, in Savanah Georgia, to Margaret V. Gray and Samuel F. Gray.
Alice, age 89, passed away on November 2, 2025 in Columbus Mississippi, where she resided since Hurricane Katrina. Alice’s father was an officer in the U.S. Coast Guard, which led Alice and her parents to many places around the East Coast...
Chester Lee Rice
Nov 2, 2025
Chester Lee Rice, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and son, passed away on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at the Biloxi VA Rehabilitation / Hospice Community Living Center. Born on April 21, 1935, in Alabama, Chester lived a remarkable life, spanning 90 and a half years, filled with accomplishments, love, and countless memories that will be cherished by those who knew...
Glynn Forest Harbin
Nov 2, 2025
Glynn F. Harbin age 48, of Biloxi, Mississippi, passed away on Sunday, November 2, 2025.
Glynn was from Leland, Mississippi, and made Biloxi his home for many years. He attended some college courses before beginning his career as a truck driver.
He was a dedicated father and grandfather who could fix just about anything, often calling his creative problem-solving “Glyn-Genuity.” He enjoyed...
Melba J. Wyatt
Nov 2, 2025
Melba Jean Welch Wyatt, born November 23, 1938, passed away the morning of November 2, 2025, peacefully surrounded by loved ones in Gulfport, Mississippi.
She was born in Flynn, Texas at the home of her beloved Grandparents, Hoogterp. Melba was quite the tomboy growing up and enjoyed running all over the country homestead where she was born. Growing up and attending...
Ray Elliott Tiblier
Nov 2, 2025
Mr. Ray Elliott Tiblier, age 78, a lifelong resident of Biloxi, passed away surrounded by his loved ones on Sunday, November 2, 2025 at his home. The family is compiling a full obituary which will be posted here on our site as soon as it is available.
Per Ray's wishes, no services are planned at this time. The Riemann Family...
Charles Stuart Viar
Nov 1, 2025
Charles Stuart Viar, age 73, of Biloxi, passed away on November 1, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Biloxi, is serving the family.
Margaret Ann Marasco
Nov 1, 2025
Margaret Marasco, 83, of Saucier, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 1, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi.
Margaret was born in Mount Vernon, Illinois, and later made the Mississippi Gulf Coast her home. She earned an Associate’s Degree in Hotel Management and worked in the hospitality industry for more than 20 years before retiring. Margaret was an active member of the...
Jan "JJ" Lofties
Nov 1, 2025
Jan “JJ” Lofties, age 74, of Saucier, Mississippi, entered into eternal rest at home on Saturday, November 1, 2025. She was born in Dallas, Texas, and made Mississippi her home where she built a lifetime of love, faith, and service to others.
JJ was preceded in death by her father, Dr. William H. Van de Grift; her father-in-law, Orval Lofties; her...
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