OBITUARIES
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
Bea Burge, age 95, of Long Beach, passed away on June 24, 2026.
Visitation will be on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, from 9 - 10 am at the Riemann Family Funeral Home, 19130 Commission Road, Long Beach. The funeral service will be at 10 am in the funeral home chapel. Interment will be in Henleyfield Baptist Church Cemetery, Pearl River County,...
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,...
Sharon Leigh Bauldree
Jun 20, 2026
Sharon Leigh Bauldree, age 83, of Kiln, passed away on Saturday, June 20, 2026, in Gulfport.
She is survived by her children, Mike Howard, Joyce Nieves, and Richard Scott Howard; her grandchildren, Matthew Howard and Nathan Howard; and her great-grandson, Maverick Howard.
Sharon is a native of Flomaton, Alabama, but made Kiln her home. She worked as an executive assistant and a...
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...
Evelyn Brentz Necaise
Jun 20, 2026
Evelyn Brentz Necaise, age 88, of Diamondhead, MS, transitioned to her heavenly home on Saturday, June 20, 2026.
Evelyn was born April 27, 1938, in Pascagoula, MS to the late Albert Brentz and Ina Irene Rice. Evelyn retired from Bellsouth/AT&T in July of 1989 and went on to an extended career with the Hancock County, MS Library System, where she retired...
Chhitubhai K. Patel
Jun 20, 2026
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Chhitubhai Patel, age 81, passed away on June 20, 2026, in Gulfport, Mississippi. He was a resident of Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, and was originally from Palsod, India.
Chhitubhai was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He shared 55 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Ashaben Patel.
He is survived by his children and their spouses:...
Jimmy L. Simmons
Jun 20, 2026
Jimmy Louis Simmons passed away on 6/20/2026, in Ocean Springs, Mississippi at the age of 91 years old.
He is preceded in death by his wife Jacqueline (Guerbet) Simmons; parents, Christopher Columbus Simmons and Emma Lucinda (Hopkins) Simmons; brothers Christopher Columbus Simmons III and Bobby Simmons Sr; and sisters Vivian (Simmons) Burton and Christine (Simmons) Koch.
Jimmy is survived his children, Brigitte Simmons...
Florene A. Simmons
Jun 20, 2026
Mrs. Florene Abernathy Simmons of Long Beach, Mississippi went to be with her Heavenly Father on June 20, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her devoted husband of 61 years, Dr. Billy E. Simmons; her loving parents, Julius P. Abernathy, Sr., and Geneva McGraw Abernathy; and her brother, Julius Perry Abernathy, Jr.
Mrs. Simmons is survived by her son, Billy Craig...
Roscoe Blaney "RB" Bryant, Jr.
Jun 19, 2026
Roscoe Blaney Bryant "RB", age 92 of Biloxi., MS, was called home by his Lord on Friday, June 19, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roscoe and Athia (Spell) Bryant, Sisters Myrtle Ely, Ethel Sutton, Janie Johnson, and Marie Enriquez, and brothers Walter Bryant, Edmond Bryant, and Clarence Bryant.
Survivors include his devoted and loving wife, Janet Bryant,...
Jo Eveyln Breland
Jun 18, 2026
Jo Evelyn Breland, 83, of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2026, in Gulfport.
Jo was born in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, and was a longtime resident of Gulfport. She retired from Walmart after many years of dedicated work.
She enjoyed working in her yard and spending time with her family. Jo was a Godly woman. Although she was of the Pentecostal...
Elmer Arthur Nichols
Jun 17, 2026
Elmer Auther Nichols III, age 55, of Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, passed away on June 17, 2026. He was born on March 17, 1971, in South Carolina.Known to family and friends as “Nick,” he was a lifelong resident of Bay St. Louis and a proud graduate of Bay High School. Nick was a well-known bartender throughout the Gulf Coast and...
Kirk Anthony Lowry, Jr.
Jun 17, 2026
Kirk Anthony Lowry Jr. passed away after a tragic motorcycle accident on June 17, 2026, in Ocean Springs, Mississippi.
Kirk was born February 3, 1989, in West Covina, California.
He was an incredible husband, father, son, brother, and friend. He was someone who always put his family first and worked tirelessly to provide for them. His love for his wife and children...
Roberta Lynn Manning
Jun 17, 2026
Roberta Lynn Manning, passed away on June 17, 2026, in Gulfport, Mississippi. Born on October 16, 1964, in Gulfport, as a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse in health care, she spent her life serving others with compassion and commitment.
Roberta was preceded in death by her parents, Lynn and Betty Sanderson, and her son, Corey Jeanfreau. Her family and friends remember her...
Lottie "Kitty" Stephens
Jun 17, 2026
Lottie “Kitty” Stephens, age 89, of Biloxi, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Lee County, Mississippi, Kitty made her home in Biloxi, where she built a life centered on faith, family, and service to others. She attended some college and worked throughout her life with Keesler BX, the Keesler Commissary, and later...
SFC Michael Eugene Ceruto, United States Army, Ret.
Jun 17, 2026
SFC Michael Eugene Ceruto, United States Army, Retired, age 93 of Gulfport, passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Jose Ceruto and Antonia Sarmiento; and his siblings, Joe Ceruto and Connie Nieves.
Michael is survived by his loving wife of 65 years of Maria Ceruto; his daughters, Eleonore Griesch, Elizabeth Ginori, Susie Ceruto, Rose...
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