OBITUARIES
Barabara A. Taylor
Sep 23, 2025
Barbara A. Taylor, age 96, of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2025, in Stone County.
Full tribute to be posted.
Riemann Family Funeral Home is honored to serve the Taylor family.
Angela L. Dubuisson
Sep 22, 2025
Angela L. Dubuisson, affectionately known as Angie, passed away on September 22, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi. Born on July 9, 1970,
She graduated from Harrison Central High School. Angie had a particular passion for fishing, a hobby that brought her great happiness and allowed her to connect with nature. Additionally, she adored visiting Disney World, where the magic of childhood remained...
Rachel Renae Helvie
Sep 22, 2025
Rachel (Burke) Padilla, born June 16, 1991, passed away the morning of September 22, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her brother, Jesse Spahn. She is survived by her mother, Susan Spahn, niece, Brooke Spahn and the love of her life & soulmate Jesse Padilla, maternal grandmother, aunts & cousins.
Rachel was a wild spirit that made her own rules and...
Delores Holmes MacFarland
Sep 21, 2025
Delores H. MacFarland, age 92, passed away on September 21, 2025 in Gulfport, MS.
A full obituary will be posted soon.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Biloxi is serving the family.
An online obituary may be viewed at www.RiemannFamily.com
David Gerald Usry Sr.
Sep 20, 2025
David Gerald Usry Sr., age 77, of Biloxi, MS, passed away on September 20, 2025.
David was a longtime resident of Biloxi. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army with the 9th Infantry Division APO 96370, and later dedicated over 30 years of service to the V.A. Medical Center in Biloxi. He was a past Post Commander of VFW...
Susan Denham
Sep 19, 2025
Susan Denham, age 73, passed away Friday, September 19, 2025, at her home in Saucier, MS surrounded by her loved ones.
Susan cherished her many roles as a loving mother, grandmother (MawMaw), sister, and aunt (Aunt SuSu). Her selfless dedication to her family was undeniable and unwavering. The blessings she bestowed upon her loved ones was immeasurable and will forever be...
Jerry Sison
Sep 19, 2025
Jerry Wayne Sison, age 74 of Gulfport, passed away on Friday, September 19, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Florencio and Virginia Sison and his brothers, Ted Sison and Sidney “Sid” Sison.
Jerry is survived by his loving wife of nine years, Nancy Sison; his children, Dana (Jason) Vincent and Jared (Heather) Sison; step children, Robert (Tabitha) Rich, Juanita...
Robert Lindsay Hughes
Sep 19, 2025
Robert L. Hughes, age 94, of Gulfport, passed away on September 19, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Rev. Fr. LTC Fintan John Kilmurray, U.S. Army, Ret.
Sep 19, 2025
Rev. Fr. LTC Fintan John Kilmurray, U.S. Army, Retired, age 72 of Lumberton, passed away on September 19, 2025, in Lumberton.
He was preceded in death by his father, Frank Kilmurray; his mother, Josephine Kennedy Kilmurray; and a brother, Philip Kilmurray.
Fr. Fintan is survived by his brothers, Fineen Kilmurray of Dublin, Ireland, Owen Kilmurray of Dublin, Ireland, and Liam Kilmurray of...
Deborah Lynn Rivers
Sep 19, 2025
Deborah Lynn Rivers, age 59, of Long Beach, Mississippi, entered eternal rest on September 19, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi.
Deborah was born in New Orleans and was a lifelong resident of the Mississippi Gulf Coast. She earned her bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. Deborah was very proud of her education, which reflected her strength and determination.
She was preceded in death by...
Obert Thomas Knutson, Jr.
Sep 17, 2025
Obert Thomas Knutson Jr. 84 of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away Wednesday, September 17, 2025 in Gulfport, Mississippi.
He is resting in Jesus' arms for eternity.
Obie was preceded in death by his parents, Evelyn (Berg) Knutson and Obert Knutson Sr; and two sisters, Shirley Johnson and Marion Olson.
He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Inez (Kitti) Knutson; a son from...
Jeffery Wayne Hall
Sep 17, 2025
Jeffery Wayne “Jeff” Hall, age 59 of Gulfport, passed away on September 17, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his father, Robert A. Hall; his mother, Freda L. Hall; and a brother, Randall A. Hall.
Jeff is survived by a sister, Robin Boykin and her spouse, Ken Apperson; nephews, Kyle (Jessie) Boykin, Tyler (Kristina) Boykin, Daniel Bear Boykin, and Justin (Leanne)...
Dorothy Deal
Sep 17, 2025
Dorothy Deal, age 93, of Ocean Springs, passed away on September 17, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Thomas Carras
Sep 17, 2025
Thomas Carras, age 92, of Gulfport, passed away on September 17, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Mark Daniel Philbrick
Sep 16, 2025
Mark D. Philbrick, age 62, of Biloxi passed away on September 16, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Phyllis Burns Young
Sep 16, 2025
Phyllis Burns Young, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and devoted servant to her community and faith, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of grace, wisdom, and unwavering dedication to youth and family.
Born on January 12, 1930, in Brookhaven, Mississippi, Phyllis was the youngest of three children born to Lydia Nix Burns and James Ele Burns. She grew up alongside her...
Evelyn Pierce
Sep 15, 2025
Evelyn Katherine Pierce, age 88 of Biloxi, MS, passed away on Monday, September 15, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Samuel Pierce, Jr., and her granddaughter, Heather Pierce McGlothin.
Ms. Evelyn is survived by her children, Neal Pierce of Vermilion, OH, Debra Rollberg of Biloxi, MS, Mark Pierce of St. Martin, MS, Brian Pierce of Biloxi, MS and Tina...
Iva Luvene Ingram Anthony
Sep 15, 2025
Iva Luvene Diehl Ingram Anthony, age 96, of Gulfport, MS, passed away on Monday, September 15, 2025.
The family is preparing her full obituary and once finalized, will be posted here.
The graveside service will be conducted at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at Floral Hills Memorial Gardens, Gulfport, MS. Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family. Please sign...
Betty Jean Chamberlain
Sep 15, 2025
Betty Jean Chamberlain, age 79, of Biloxi, passed away on September 15, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Ruth Margaret North
Sep 14, 2025
Ruth Margaret North, age 71, a resident of Ocean Springs, MS., passed away on September 14, 2025, in Ocean Springs.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Helmar and Saima Peterson of Michigan; and her siblings, Myrna, Marie, William, and Marjorie.
Ruth is survived by her loving husband of 25 years, Mark North; her children, Tammy (Scott) Bosse, Jamie (Adriana) Baird;...
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