OBITUARIES
Paula Hyatt Newell
Jul 24, 2025
Paula Hyatt Newell, age 69, of Coden, AL, passed away Thursday, July 24, 2025.
Arrangements are pending at the Riemann Family Funeral Home in West Jackson County.
Dana Christine "Chris" Covacevich
Jul 23, 2025
Dana Christine “Chris” Miller Covacevich, age 57, passed away on July 23, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her father, Donald Miller; grandmother, Irma Durbin and grandfather, Albert Moreau.
Chris is survived by her son, Anthony Covacevich and Anthony’s father, T.J. Covacevich; her mother, Sandra Cuevas; her aunt, Vickie Wimans and her long time friend, Steve Castleberry.
She found her greatest joy...
Joseph Edward Philio
Jul 23, 2025
Joseph Edward Philio age 61, a longtime resident of Ocean Springs, MS., passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, in Ocean Springs.
Joseph was born at Tyndal Air Force Base, in Panama City Florida on May 23, 1964, to Schuyler “Butch” Philio and the late Virginia Philio who preceded him in death only three months ago.
Joseph is survived by his father,...
Irene B. Parkman
Jul 23, 2025
Irene B. Parkman, 86, of Gulfport, MS, passed away Wednesday, July 23, 2025.
A funeral service will be held Wednesday, July 30, 2025, beginning at 10:00 AM at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, 1500 Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Gulfport, MS 39501. Family and friends are invited to a visitation time beginning an hour prior to the funeral service.
Riemann Family Funeral Home,...
Oliver Miles "Mike" Parker
Jul 22, 2025
MSgt Oliver Miles “Mike” Parker, USAF, Ret, age 90 of McHenry, passed away on July 22, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his father, Miles Samuel Parker; his mother, Exie Pitts Parker; a brother, Samuel Lawrence Parker; and an infant sister, Mary Vernie Parker.
Survivors include his loving wife, Sterling Louise Parker; his children, Oliver Miles “Lil Mike” Thomas, Jr (Julie...
Evelyn L. Ferguson
Jul 21, 2025
Evelyn Louise Ferguson, age 70, of D'Iberville, Mississippi, passed away on July 21, 2025, at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans.
A native and lifelong resident of D'Iberville, Evelyn was known for her kind and gentle soul. She was devoted to her family and her home, spending much of her time doing the things she loved most—cooking, baking, gardening, sewing, and...
Joe Michael "Mike" Mayo
Jul 21, 2025
Mike was born on December 17, 1953 at Galveston County Hospital, Galveston, TX. He attended school in League City and furthered his education at the University of Texas in Austin. He learned his work ethic at an early age by managing a U-totem store in his teens. Mike never met a stranger and always had a magical smile that would...
Gloria Allen Lyle
Jul 21, 2025
Gloria Allen Lyle, age 73, of Long Beach, passed away on July 21, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Kenneth and Geraldine "Rimes" Allen.
Mrs. Lyle is survived by her husband of 50 years, John Lyle; her children, Jennifer Ladner (Wade), Rebecca Atwell (David) and Matthew Lyle; his grandchildren, Henry Atwell, Emily Atwell, Katelyn Atwell, Courtney Ladner, and Peyton...
John Leslie Nicholas
Jul 20, 2025
John Leslie Nicholas, 89, of Diamondhead, MS passed away July 20, 2025. Arrangements are private with Riemann Family Funeral Home, Pass Christian assisting the family.
Gordon Julian Herron
Jul 19, 2025
Gordon Julian Herron, a dedicated mechanic and a proud family man, passed away on July 19, 2025, at the age of 72. He was surrounded by his loving family at his home in Kiln, Mississippi, leaving behind a legacy of hard work and devotion.
Born on January 31, 1953, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Gordon made a significant impact throughout his life,...
Dorman Allen Little, Jr.
Jul 19, 2025
Dorman Allen Little, Jr., a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on July 19, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi. He was born on January 22, 1962, in Bogalusa, Louisiana, and lived a life dedicated to his family and his work in construction, where he made invaluable contributions over many years.
Allen was a devoted husband to his wife of 34...
Peggy Marie Bosma
Jul 19, 2025
Peggy Marie Bosma, 68, a native of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away Saturday, July 19, 2025. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and devoted community servant born on January 25, 1957, in Biloxi, Mississippi. She lived her life with a heart for God, full of kindness and a dedication to helping others. Peggy leaves an indelible mark on the lives...
Lois Bird
Jul 19, 2025
Lois Amelda Bird, age 96, passed away on July 19, 2025 in Biloxi.
Lois was born in Biloxi and made her home in D'Iberville. She dedicated many years of her life to working at TG&Y, followed by Family Dollar, where she remained employed until the age of 83. Lois found joy in spending time with friends and taking part in activities...
Terri Lynn Saegert
Jul 19, 2025
Terri Lynn Saegert, age 69, of Long Beach, MS passed away on July 19, 2025.
Terri was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charlie and Joyce Donlin; sisters, Karen Tillman and Charlene Donlin; brother in law, Greg Saegert; her Mother-in-law, Esther Saegert;
She is survived by her husband of 44 years, Jeffrey Saegert...
Peggy Jean Baker
Jul 19, 2025
Peggy Jean Baker, 79, of Diamondhead, MS passed away July 19th, 2025. Arrangements are private with Riemann Family Funeral Home, Pass Christian assisting the family.
Susan Edith Ross
Jul 18, 2025
Susan Edith Ross, 78, of Long Beach, Mississippi, passed away Friday, July 18, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Jonnie J Orr
Jul 18, 2025
Jonnie J. Orr, 84, of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away Friday, July 18, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is assisting the family.
Nadine Regina "Dina" Frederick Bates
Jul 18, 2025
Nadine Regina "Dina" Frederick Bates, age 71, of Long Beach, passed away Friday, July 18, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her father, Wilfred Frederick; mother, Thelma Pauline Aultz Frederick; nephew, Billy Joe Martin; niece, Terry Ann Martin Zybinski; brother-in-laws, Arnold "Hicky" Martin and Clyde Edward Poole.
Dina is survived by her long-term companion of 38 years, Darwin Ezell; her son,...
Vessen "Butch" Magee, Jr.
Jul 18, 2025
Vessen “Butch” Magee, Jr. was born on January 22, 1941, in Jackson, Mississippi, to Vessen Magee, Sr. and Myrtis McNeill Neelly.
He graduated from Central High School and went on to study at Hinds Junior College, the Mississippi State University extension at Belhaven, and Memphis State University. Butch also served honorably in the United States Navy.
Following his military service, Butch’s passion...
Susanne F. Groom
Jul 18, 2025
Susanne Follansbee Groom, age 88, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2025, in Biloxi, Mississippi.
Born in Massachusetts, Susanne was a proud New Englander who later made Biloxi her longtime home. She was a dedicated educator, earning her master’s degree after studying at Atlantic Union College and Boston University. She devoted 36 years to teaching in Sterling, Massachusetts, where she left...
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