OBITUARIES
Dorothy Ione Gibson
Mar 12, 2026
Dorothy Ione Gibson, born on May 17, 1940, passed away Thursday, March 12, 2026, in Gulfport, Mississippi. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Dorothy’s life was a beautiful tapestry woven with love, dedication, and joy.
Dorothy graduated from high school and embarked on a career at Arkport Central School, where she touched the lives of many through her work. Her...
Eudith Troy Baird
Mar 10, 2026
Eudith Troy Baird, age 85, passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 in Gulfport, MS.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, 11280 Three Rivers Road, Gulfport, MS is serving the family.
James T. Cockrell
Mar 10, 2026
James T. Cockrell of Long Beach, MS, age 94, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on March 10, 2026. He is preceded in death by his loving wife of 61 years, Mary A. Cockrell, his parents, Robert O. and Nancy L. Cockrell, his granddaughters, Jennifer J. Bush and Dede Sykes, his great-granddaughter, Eve Gretchen Bush, and daughters-in-law, Susan...
Rose Marie Ryals
Mar 9, 2026
Rose Marie Ryals, age 84, of Long Beach, MS, passed away Monday, March 9, 2026.
Visitation will be on Monday, March 16, 2026, from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm at the Riemann Family Funeral Home, Long Beach. The funeral service will be at 10:00 am, Tuesday, March 17, 2026, in the funeral home chapel. Interment will be in Gulf Pines Memorial...
David Max Waaga
Mar 9, 2026
David Max Waaga, 70, of Long Beach, Mississippi, joined the Lord on March 9, 2026.
David "Root" was born on February 14 in Gulfport, Mississippi, to Robert Waaga and Marian (Netto) Waaga. He grew up in Long Beach alongside his brothers and sisters.
He welcomed two sons, David Max Waaga Thorton, and Tyler Max Waaga. "Root" worked as a carpenter for more...
Marie W. Ward
Mar 9, 2026
Lola Marene “Marie” Winstead Ward, age 94, of Long Beach, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2026. Born on September 8, 1931, she was the daughter of Willie Howard and Alberta Winstead.
After the death of her father at a young age, Marie was raised by her mother in Pea Ridge, Mississippi, alongside her four brothers and six sisters. As...
Larry Eugene Burr
Mar 8, 2026
Larry Eugene Burr passed away on March 8, 2026, in Ocean Springs, Mississippi.
Larry was born in Clarksdale, Mississippi, and had been a long-time resident of Ocean Springs. He earned his associate’s degree and proudly served his country in the United States Army for 24 years, reaching the rank of First Sergeant, and serving in the Vietnam War. Larry was awarded...
David Michael McCollister
Mar 7, 2026
David Michael McCollister, age 72, of Long Beach, passed away Saturday, March 7, 2026.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Long Beach, is serving the family.
Joseph Anthony Giametta, Sr.
Mar 7, 2026
Joseph Anthony Giametta, Sr., age 97 of Biloxi, MS, entered into the arms of the Lord on March 7, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
He was preceded in death by his much-loved wife of 32 years, Laura Giametta; his father, Charles; his mother, Theresa DeCarlo; his stepmother, Josephine Chiniche; his siter, Camella Cates; his brothers, Charles Giametta and Ambrose James...
Nancy Fowler Hanby
Mar 7, 2026
It is with a profound sense of loss that we announce the passing of Nancy Fowler Hanby, age 85, of Long Beach, MS. She passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family.
She is preceded in death by her devoted parents, James Donald Fowler and Frances Mae Troyer Fowler, who fostered her unerring spirit and zest for life.
Nancy leaves...
Senior Chief Petty Officer Jerry Lewis Wright, U.S. Navy, Ret
Mar 7, 2026
Senior Chief Petty Officer Jerry Lewis Wright, U.S. Navy, Ret, age 79, of Lumberton, MS passed away peacefully in the early hours of March 7 following a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, and a proud Vietnam veteran and Purple Heart recipient who served his country with courage and dedication as a...
Dennis "Denny" Lau
Mar 6, 2026
Dennis “Denny” Michael Lau, 80, of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away on Friday, March 6, 2026.
Denny was born in Highland Park, Michigan, in 1945. He attended Our Lady of Sorrows and later Farmington High School, graduating in 1963. He went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree from Northern Michigan University.
Denny was a devoted father to his three surviving children:...
Terence Lee Bartusiak
Mar 5, 2026
It is with a heavy heart that the Bartusiak family announces that Mr. Terence Lee Bartusiak, beloved husband, brother, father, and grandfather, passed away on 5 March 2026, at the age of 73.
Born 25 March 1952 to Maryann and Joseph Bartusiak in Morton Grove, Illinois, Terence was the oldest of 4, and loved his little siblings Judy, Danny, and Michael...
Norma Lee Rush
Mar 5, 2026
Norma Necaise Rush, a devoted mother and cherished caregiver, was born on February 4, 1964, in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi. She peacefully departed this life on March 5, 2026, in Carriere, Mississippi. Norma dedicated her life to nurturing those she lovingly referred to as family, embodying the essence of compassion and loyalty throughout her years.
As a homemaker, Norma's commitment to...
Donna Lynn Bainum
Mar 5, 2026
Donna Lynn Bainum, age 56, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones.
A full tribute celebrating her life and legacy will be posted soon.
Riemann Family Funeral Home is honored to serve the Bainum family during this difficult time.
Henry Marshall Steiner, II
Mar 4, 2026
Henry Marshall Steiner, II, age 63, of Saucier, passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry Marshall and Mathilde Steiner; and his brother, Greg Steiner (Mary Ruth).
Henry is survived by his children, Henry Marshall Steiner, III and Maranda Nicole Weems; siblings, Cheryl Quesenberry (Bill), Steve Steiner (Delores), Iris Lee (Wilbur), David Steiner (Rhonda), Nathan...
Tami Newman Haverty
Mar 4, 2026
Tami Newman Haverty — a loving mother, wife, daughter and sister — died peacefully at Gulfport Memorial Hospital on March 4, 2026, surrounded by her family, she was 65.
To know Tami was to know how deeply she loved her children, how proud she was of them, and how fiercely she defended them. Teachers in the Long Beach School System may...
Jeareld Dean Farley
Mar 3, 2026
In Loving Memory of
Jeareld Dean Farley
September 22, 1939 – March 3, 2026
Jeareld Dean Farley—our “Dean”—was born on September 22, 1939, in Pass Christian to Charles and Alice Cox. From the very beginning, her life carried a quiet strength that would define her and bless everyone around her.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her beloved siblings, Dorothy Lopez,...
CMSgt. (Ret.) Paul Joseph Dehm
Mar 3, 2026
CMSgt. (Ret.) Paul Joseph Dehm, age 76, of Saucier, Mississippi, passed away on March 3, 2026.
Paul was a proud Vietnam Veteran who devoted his life to serving his country. He served in the United States Air Force, rising to the esteemed rank of Chief Master Sergeant. In 1984, he was honored as the Outstanding Senior Enlisted Administrator of the Year...
Elizabeth Leah Roberts
Mar 2, 2026
Elizabeth Leah Roberts, a vibrant and accomplished soul, passed away on March 2, 2026, at the age of 36.
She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, C.W. and Maybelle Brewer; paternal grandmother, Carlene Roberts; and close friend, Josh Nieves.
Elizabeth is survived by her parents, Bruce and Teresa Roberts; brother, Bruce Lee Roberts, III; paternal grandfather, Bruce Roberts; and her...
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