OBITUARIES
Edgar Lee McKay
Jun 25, 2025
Edgar Lee McKay (Red), age 100, of Gulfport, MS, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at St. Joseph Hospice in Gulfport.
Edgar Lee (Red) was born January 2, 1925, in Gulfport, MS to Edward D. McKay and Mandy Tanner McKay. He was the beloved husband to Addie Nell Pennington McKay (Penny), and devoted father to Johnny Lee McKay (Linda),...
Charles Chris Robertson, Sr.
Feb 22, 2025
Charles Chris Robertson Sr., age 75, of Belleville IL, passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2025.
He was born on September 25, 1949, in New Orleans, LA to Edward Ray and Marguerite (Huber) Robertson. Chris was a retired Lt. Colonel in the United States Air Force. He served 33 years as an accomplished navigator while performing other various roles. He flew...
Tuzette McNeil
Jun 28, 2025
Tuzette P. McNeil, age 84 of Diamondhead, passed away Saturday, June 28, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Henrietta Henderson; her loving husband of 56 years, Ronald McNeil, Sr.; and her sister, Marie Calogne.
Tuzette is survived by her children, Ronald McNeil, Jr., Thomas McNeil and Susanne McNeil Eng; seven grandchildren, and ten great grandchildren.
A native of...
Geraldine Diane Baden
Jun 26, 2025
Geraldine Baden, age 86, of Diamondhead, Mississippi, passed away on June 26, 2025, at Gulfport Memorial Hospital.
She was preceded in death by her husband, William N. Baden; her mother, Florence Grufman; her father, Dennis W. Grufman; and her brother, Neil Grufman.
She is survived by her nieces Tricia Lowe, Tracie Grufman; her great-niece Taylor Lowe; her great-nephew Tristan Lowe; her sister-in-law...
Dorothy June Henderson
Jun 25, 2025
Mrs. Dorothy June Henderson (Dottie), age 86 of Ocean Springs, Mississippi, passed away on Wednesday, June 25, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Madge Plonkey.
Dottie is survived by her loving husband of nearly 61 years, Lee Henderson; her children, Beth (Rory, Sr.,) Downey, Laura (Dave) Sherman and David (Kelly) Henderson; her siblings, Frank Plonkey, Sr., Jack...
Janet Marie Stockwell
Jun 25, 2025
July 9, 1941 – June 25, 2025
Janet Marie Greene Stockwell, 83, of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2025, in her hometown, with her longtime colleague and friend Keiko Palmero, a respected real estate broker, at her side.
Born on July 9, 1941, in Gulfport, Janet was the daughter of the late Lee and Inez Greene. She lived a...
Averil Cleveland Necaise
Jun 24, 2025
Averil Cleveland Necaise of Pass Christian, MS was born on October 3, 1954, in Gulfport, MS, passed away on June 24, 2025, in the same city. He was a devoted husband to his beloved wife, Kathy Necaise, with whom he shared 52 wonderful years of marriage. Averil was a proud 18-wheel driver for 40 years, and he truly loved being...
Bobbie Jean Lafayette Yelverton
Jun 24, 2025
Bobbie Jean Lafayette Yelverton, age 89, of Biloxi, Mississippi, peacefully passed from this life into her eternal home and the loving presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on June 24, 2025.
Born on September 8, 1935, in Tupelo, Mississippi, Bobbie was the beloved daughter of Robert and Ershal Lafayette. Her early years were spent in Natchez, Mississippi, where she...
Wallace Wedgeworth
Jun 23, 2025
Wallace Wray Wedgeworth, age 59, of Gulfport, passed away on June 23, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Janet Cecile Clark
Jun 23, 2025
Janet Cecile Clark, born on September 3, 1951, in Jackson, Mississippi, passed away on June 23, 2025, in Janet's professional journey began with her degree in kinesiology, which led to her career in working with babies and adults with special needs .Janet graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi , later obtaining her teaching certificate in California. Her career continued...
Robert "Rob" Boxley Kappus
Jun 22, 2025
Mr. Robert "Rob" Boxley Kappus, of Gulfport, MS, passed away on Sunday, June 22, 2025, at the age of 55.
At this time, no services are being scheduled. For the family, please sign the online guestbook and share memories & photos at www.riemannfamily.com
Riemann Family Funeral Home in Gulfport is serving the family.
Anthony David "Tony" Belson
Jun 22, 2025
Anthony David "Tony" Belson, born on August 22, 1945, in Liverpool, England, peacefully passed away on June 22, 2025, in Gulfport. He lived a life dedicated to service and love, leaving behind a legacy that will be cherished by many.
Tony served honorably in the U.S. Army for six years. After his military service, he contributed to his community by working...
Harrison Lee Lofton
Jun 22, 2025
Harrison Lee Lofton, age 71 a resident of Biloxi, MS., passed away on June 23, 2025, in Ocean Springs, MS.
He is a retired Staff Sergeant of the U. S. Marine Corp; he had a deep love for his country and for serving it. He worked for Chevron and Zachary Construction Co. for many years.
Harrison loved to fish, he loved watching...
Bahman Taji
Jun 21, 2025
Bahman Taji, 74, of Diamondhead, MS passed away June 21, 2025. Arrangements are private with Riemann Family Funeral Home, Pass Christian serving the family.
Christine Roberts
Jun 21, 2025
Christine Sullivan Roberts, of Gulfport, went to be with her Lord on June 21, 2025. The daughter of Elias and Fannie Sullivan, Christine was born in Mississippi, on October 14, 1926. She graduated from Mize High School and took courses as a Music Major at Mississippi College.
Christine married her childhood sweetheart, John Preston Roberts, August 19, 1960, at the First...
Jan Wells Miller
Jun 20, 2025
Jan Wells "J.W." Miller, age 78, of Biloxi, passed away on June 20, 2025.
Graveside services will be at Biloxi National Cemetery, on Friday, June 27, 2025 at 9:00 a.m.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Biloxi is proud to serve the family.
Mildred Boyd
Jun 20, 2025
Mildred Ellice Boyd, age 97, of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away on June 20, 2025, in Gulfport.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 69 years, Alvin Boyd; her parents, Charlie and Amy McCardle; her son, Dennis Boyd; son-in-law, Don Jones; brothers, Stanley McCardle, Buck McCardle, and Richard McCardle; and sisters, Betty Morgan and Carol Keller.
She is survived by...
John Lewis Alverson
Jun 19, 2025
John Lewis Alverson, age 63, of Picayune, pass away on June 19, 2025, in New Orleans, Louisiana, after a long battle with Leukemia.
John was born in Amory, Mississippi. He was a graduate of Biloxi High School, class of 1979. John Graduated from the University of Maryland with degrees in psychology and computer science. John was a member of the United...
Stephanie Grace West
Jun 19, 2025
Stephanie Grace West, 53, of Bay St. Louis, MS passed away June 19th, 2025. A full obituary will be posted by Riemann Family Funeral Home, Waveland.
Megan Ladner Delgado
Jun 19, 2025
Megan Lindsey Ladner Delgado, age 36, passed away in her home in Bay Saint Louis, Mississippi, on June 19, 2025. She battled a terminal disease for many years and despite her condition, she lived life to the fullest; attending soccer games, hosting friends and family and attending church every Sunday. Her passing leaves a profound void in the hearts of...
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