OBITUARIES
Anthony "Butch" Keith Richmond
Jun 30, 2026
Anthony "Butch" Keith Richmond, age 70, passed away on June 30, 2026.
A full tribute honoring his life will be posted soon.
Visitation will be held on Monday, July 20, 2026, beginning at 3:00 p.m. at Community Baptist Church, 17402 Robinson Road, Gulfport, MS 39503. The funeral service will follow at 4:00 p.m.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is honored to serve the...
Lester G. "LG" Curvin
Jun 30, 2026
Lester G. “LG” Curvin
April 29, 1944 – June 30, 2026
Lester G. “LG” Curvin, 82, of Kiln, Mississippi, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Tuesday, June 30, 2026
LG was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, firefighter, and public servant whose life was defined by his unwavering commitment to his family, his community, and the fire service.
He was preceded...
Frances Mary Rolkosky Tillman
Jun 30, 2026
Frances Mary Rolkosky Tillman, age 88, of D'Iberville, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2026, at Greenbriar Nursing Home, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born in Biloxi, Mississippi, Frances was a lifelong resident of the Mississippi Gulf Coast. She dedicated many years of her career as an Executive Housekeeper at the Broadwater Hotel and Howard Memorial, where she...
Margaret Ann Hatem Necaise
Jun 29, 2026
Margaret Ann Hatem Necaise, age 82, of Long Beach, passed away on June 29, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward Hatem and Marguerite Ladnier Hatem; a sister, Mary Jane Hatem; and a granddaughter, Lauren Bridgette Lankford.
Mrs. Necaise is survived by her children, Donna Lankford (Jarvis), Diane Desporte (Kenny), and Deena Kuntz (Wayne); a sister, Phyllis Seal; her...
Alexander Russell Lee Collier
Jun 28, 2026
Alexander Russell Lee Collier
It is with unimaginable sorrow that we announce the passing of our precious son, Alexander Russell Lee "Alex" Collier, who passed away at home in Long Beach, Mississippi, on Sunday, June 28, 2026, at just 3 months old.
Though his time on earth was far too brief, Alex filled every day with a lifetime of love. His sweet...
Lynn Kay McCollum
Jun 28, 2026
Lynn Kay McCollum, age 78, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2026.
Born on March 21, 1948, in Twin Falls, Idaho, she made Biloxi her home for the past 10 years. She shared a beautiful marriage of 59 years with her devoted husband, Ray E. McCollum, whose love and companionship were the foundation of her life.
She was a woman of deep...
Crispin Jeffry "Butch" Horning
Jun 28, 2026
Crispin Jeffry "Butch" Horning, of Gulfport, MS, passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2026.
Butch was born to Kenneth and Mary Horning in Reading, PA on May 25, 1941. He spent his childhood on a dairy farm in Bowmansville, PA and graduated high school, where he played the French horn in the school band.
Aspiring to become a pilot, he joined the...
Kayla Marie Andrews
Jun 25, 2026
Kayla Marie Andrews, age 34, passed away on June 25, 2026.
A full tribute celebrating her life will be posted soon.
Visitation will be held on Monday, July 6, 2026, beginning at 11:00 a.m. at Riemann Family Funeral Home, 13872 Lemoyne Boulevard, Biloxi, MS 39532. The funeral service will follow at 12:00 p.m.
Interment will take place at 1:30 p.m. at Biloxi National...
Carolyn Niolet Cuevas
Jun 25, 2026
Carolyn Niolet Cuevas, age 80, of Kiln, passed away on June 26, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard R. Cuevas; a son, Heath Cuevas; her parents, Lacy and Laurlice Niolet; and a brother, Eugene Niolet.
Mrs. Cuevas is survived by her children, Scottie (April) Cuevas, Tasha (Jess) Favre, and Keshia (Bo) Necaise; a sister-in-law, Jerry Niolet; her 9...
Sandra Faye Farmer
Jun 24, 2026
Sandra Faye Farmer, born Sandra Faye Calhoun in July of 1939, in Newton, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2026, in Picayune. Her passing marks the conclusion of a long and meaningful life.
A devoted wife, Sandra was preceded in death by her first husband, Harry Garber. She found profound joy and fulfillment in their union, which was further enriched...
Victor John Lassabe, Jr.
Jun 24, 2026
Victor John “John” Lassabe, Jr, 51, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones, on Wednesday, June 24, 2026.
Born on March 6, 1975, in Gulfport, Mississippi, John was the beloved son of Victor J. Lassabe, Sr. and Marlene Hollingsworth Lassabe.
John was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing, and boating. He enjoyed countless adventures with family and friends throughout Mississippi...
Stephen Randy Wilks
Jun 24, 2026
Stephen Randy Wilks passed away peacefully on June 24, 2026, in Gulfport, Mississippi, leaving behind a legacy defined by dedication, diverse talents, and love for his family. Born on September 12, 1949, in Columbia, Mississippi, Randy’s journey through life was marked by achievement, creativity, and an enduring commitment to those he cherished.
From a young age, Randy distinguished himself both academically...
Bea Burge
Jun 24, 2026
I. V. “Bea” Burge was born in Pearl River County, Mississippi, on August 30, 1930, to Mary Ladner Bennett and S. D. Bennett of Mill Creek. She passed away peacefully on June 24, 2026, in Gulfport, Mississippi, at Gulfport Care Center, where she had resided for two and a half years.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers,...
Frieda Louise Snell
Jun 24, 2026
Frieda Louise Snell, age 77 of McHenry, passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Cecil Brashier and Virginia (Wendell) Moore; her brother, Gerald Ray Brashier; her sister, Marion Berendsen and her granddaughter, Kaitlyn Snell.
Louise is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Roger Snell; her children, Tina (Chris) Penick, James (Theresa) Snell...
Retired Technical Sergeant Vincent Joseph Patricelli, Sr., USAF
Jun 23, 2026
Retired Technical Sergeant Vincent J. Patricelli, Sr., USAF, age 91, passed away peacefully at the Biloxi VA on Tuesday, June 23, 2026.
Mr. Patricelli was a native of Rensselaer, NY, and a resident of Biloxi and Gulfport since 1971. He retired from the USAF in 1977, after serving 22 years, proudly serving in numerous assignments both in the US and abroad,...
Rodney Coy Brewer
Jun 22, 2026
Rodney Coy Brewer, age 72 of Diamondhead, passed away on Monday, June 22, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his parents, William Brewer and Joy Purcell; his siblings, Raymond Brewer, Larry Brewer and Cathy Brewer and his grandson, T.J. Brewer.
Rodney is survived by his children, Teena Brewer and Donovan (Silvania) Brewer; his grandchildren, Trey, Trent, Thabata, Savannah, Austin and Colby...
Martha Elizabeth Tyrone
Jun 21, 2026
Martha Elizabeth Tyrone, née Joullian, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2026, in Gulfport, Mississippi, at the age of 80.
Born on November 9, 1945, in Biloxi, Mississippi, Martha spent most of her life in Pascagoula, where she built a life defined by compassion, creativity, and devotion to her family. As a nurse, she dedicated her career to caring for others,...
Neil Gilbert Unterseher
Jun 20, 2026
Neil Gilbert Unterseher, beloved husband, father, grandfather, musician, artist, athlete, and friend, died on June 20, 2026, at his home in Kiln, Mississippi. He was 86.
Born on February 6, 1940, in Lincoln, NE, Neil was the youngest child and only son of Gilbert and Virginia (Kellogg) Unterseher. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Carole (Wardell) Smith,...
Sharon Leigh Bauldree
Jun 20, 2026
Sharon Leigh Bauldree, age 83, of Kiln, passed away on Saturday, June 20, 2026, in Gulfport.
She is preceded in death by her son, David Howard.
She is survived by her daughter, Joyce Nieves, her son Michael Howard, his wife, Judy, their children, Jennifer and Stephanie, and grandchildren, McKinley, Chase, Leilani, and Kai; her son Scott Howard, his wife, Melissa, and their...
Maura Shannon Cook
Jun 20, 2026
Maura Shannon Cook, age 81, passed away on June 20, 2026, in Gulfport, MS. She was born in Lafayette, Louisiana and grew up in Pass Christian, MS.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Lynn Evan Cook and Irene Northrop Cook; her brother, Lynn Evan Cook, Jr.; and her sister, Kathleen Trochesset. She leaves behind her nieces, nephews and other...
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