OBITUARIES
Roger D. Melton
Dec 13, 2025
Roger David Melton, age 77 of Vancleave, passed away Saturday, December 13, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Mary Gonzales Melton and Shelby Melton; and his siblings, Johnny Melton, Jess S. Melton and Jeffery Melton.
Roger is survived by his children, Joanie (John) Alexander, Cindy (Michael) Chesney, Deanna (John) Tyrone, Roger Melton, Jr., and Amanda (Trey Davis) Shaw; his...
Nancy Marie Brown
Dec 11, 2025
Nancy Marie Brown, age 62 of Gulfport, passed away Thursday, December 11, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Barbara Neal.
Nancy is survived by her loving husband of 41 years, Jimmy Brown; her children, Monica (Kevin) Lott, Shaun Brown and Krissy Brown; her grandchildren, Liberty, Charish, Memory, Kevin, Jr., Nilay, Nayla, Takoda, Chayton, Nicholas, Jr., Heaven, Isabella, Imelda, Jalen,...
William Kennith "Ken" Crawford, Sr.
Dec 10, 2025
William Kennith “Ken” Crawford Sr., age 85 of Gulfport, passed away on Wednesday, December 10, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Flora Dean Mooney Crawford, his father, William Pugh Crawford, and his sister and brother in law, Alice and Perry Ames.
William is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Peggy Herod Crawford; his children, Kimberly “Kymmer” Crawford,...
Dutch Franke, Jr.
Dec 10, 2025
James V. "Dutch" Franke, Jr., age 80, of Long Beach, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2025, with his loving companion, Debi Allen, by his side. Dutch was born on July 5, 1945, in Gulfport, MS. He was preceded in death by his father James V. Franke, Sr. and his sister, Ruby Peterman.
Dutch is survived by his mother, Everetta Franke;...
Marilyn Patout Keys
Dec 9, 2025
Marilyn Patout Keys, age 82 of Ocean Springs, passed away on Tuesday, December 9, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Eleanor Landwer Patout, and her father, Eugene Warren Patout.
Marilyn is survived by her loving husband, James Robert Keys; her children, Christopher Darren Keys, Meredith Lynn Cheney (Zach), and Ashley Keys Johnson (Dan); her sisters, Ginger Patout Stein (Joe)...
Sutton Beaux Lloyd
Dec 9, 2025
Sutton Beaux Lloyd Born November 21, 2025 – Passed Away December 9, 2025
Our precious son, Sutton Beaux Lloyd, was born on November 21, 2025, at 21 weeks and 3 days, and passed gently into the arms of peace on December 9, 2025. He is the beloved twin brother of Saige Ramona Lloyd, who welcomed him into Heaven, their bond forever...
Marion "M.J." Saunders
Dec 9, 2025
Marion Junious “M.J.” Saunders, 92, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2025. He was born on October 18, 1933, in Camden, Tennessee, to the late Irene Troutt Saunders and Orville Saunders. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Sidney “Sid” Spence Saunders; his brothers, Wallace Saunders and Raymond Saunders; his sisters, Louise Ervin and Edna Eaton; and his...
MaryAnn Pagano
Dec 9, 2025
MaryAnn Pagano Scarborough passed away peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at the age of 81.
She is survived by her daughter, Daneen Fitzsimmons; her grandchildren, Ashley Brownlee, Brandy Smith, Cara Scarborough, MaryClaire Scarborough, Joshua Cashwell, Nick Scarborough, Brad Scarborough, and Jared Scarborough; her great-grandchildren Hayley Smith, Carley Dedeaux, Emma Bradbury, and Colby Hayes; and her great-great-grandchildren Amar...
Ricky D West
Dec 9, 2025
Ricky D West, a beloved husband, father, brother, friend, and Pawpaw passed away on December 8, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on July 16, 1950, Ricky lived a life marked by his dedication to family, military service, and craftsmanship.
Ricky was proud to serve his country during the Vietnam War, where he was awarded the Bronze Star for his...
Mary Nell (Smith) Graves
Dec 8, 2025
Mary Nell (Smith) Graves, our precious mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother went home to be with the Lord on December 8, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Cornealia A. Gates and Norman Weeks; her siblings, Cornelia (Arthur) LaVell, Norman (Ida) Weeks, Jr., James (Opal) Dudley Weeks, John Preston (Doris) Weeks, Durward (Marie) Weeks, Victoria (Earl) Hensley, Lealia (Joe) Frankie,...
Sandra Elizabeth Sandifer Gunn
Dec 8, 2025
Sandra Elizabeth Sandifer Gunn, 90 years old, saw her Savior face to face on Monday, December 8, 2025. She was a resident of Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Sandra was born August 21, 1935, in Tylertown, Mississippi. She graduated from Topeka-Tilton High School in 1953 and received a B. A. Degree in 1957 from her beloved Mississippi College. She is preceded in death...
Mary Helen Allen
Dec 7, 2025
Mary Helen Allen, born in Pass Christian, MS, on Feb 3rd, 1943 to Lula and Avery Allen, Sr, departed this life on December 7, 2025, in Mobile, Alabama. She was a native of Pass Chrisitan and attended Pass Christian High School where she graduated in 1961.
Mary Helen spent most of her professional career at Hancock Bank, where she completed the...
Wayne Anthony LaScola
Dec 7, 2025
Wayne Anthony LaScola, age 84, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, December 7, 2025.
Mr. LaScola was a native of New Orleans, Louisiana, and a longtime resident of Pass Christian, Mississippi.
Wayne is preceded in death by his loving wife of 58 years, Mrs. Linda Ann Phillips LaScola; his parents, Rufus Alonzo LaScola and Helen Antoinette Mangiaracina LaScola.
He is survived...
Lowell Roger Johnson
Dec 7, 2025
Lowell Roger Johnson, age 83, passed away on December 7, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi. Born on January 18, 1942, in Mansfield, Ohio.
A proud veteran, Lowell served honorably in the Ohio Army National Guard, exemplifying his commitment to his country. Following his military service, he enjoyed a fulfilling career with the United States Postal Service, from which he retired after many...
Leonel Gonzalez Jr
Dec 7, 2025
Leonel Gonzalez Jr., age 74, entered into eternal rest on December 7, 2025.
A full tribute and service details will be shared soon.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is honored to serve the Gonzalez family.
Lynda Kay Hogue
Dec 6, 2025
Lynda Kay Hogue, age 77 of Saucier, passed away Saturday, December 6, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her husband, David Alan Hogue, Sr; parents, Harry and Mildred Hunt; daughter, Tammy Elkins; grandchild, Kandice Hogue; and great-grandchildren, Baylie and Ryder Kimmel.
Lynda is survived by her sons, David Hogue, Jr. and Alan Edward Hogue (Stephanie); and her daughter, Penny Ashmun (Jessie);...
Sander Ian Findlay
Dec 6, 2025
Sander Ian Findlay, age 36, gained his angel wings on December 6, 2025.
A full tribute will be shared soon.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 21, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Riemann Family Funeral Home, located at 274 Beauvoir Road in Biloxi, Mississippi. Family and friends are invited to gather in remembrance and to share in honoring...
Joycelyn Portie
Dec 6, 2025
Mrs. Joycelyn Portie, a beloved Christian mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on December 6, 2025, at the age of 89.
She was a woman of deep faith, gentle strength, and unwavering love for her family. She is survived by her daughter, Kim, and son-in-law, Audie; her grandchildren, Steve(Caitlin), Roni, Jon(Jen), Shannon(Eric); and her...
Marilyn Misko
Dec 5, 2025
Marilyn Lee Misko, age 78, of Biloxi, MS, passed away on December 5, 2025.
Marilyn was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Rocco Misko, Jr.; her father, William Michael Lee, Sr.; her mother, Lillian Beatrice Reaves Lee; and her great grandchild, baby Lewis. She is survived by her children, Joseph Michael Misko, Jason Lee Misko, and Senta Misko Jones (Patrick),...
Raymon Warren Tomasich
Dec 5, 2025
Raymon Warren Tomasich, cherished husband and devoted father, passed away on December 5, 2025, in Austin, Texas, at the age of 73. Born on October 28, 1952, in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, Raymon dedicated his life to working on the river. He held various jobs throughout his career, including serving proudly as a captain.
Raymon was known for his strong character,...
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