OBITUARIES
Cora Lee Crosby
Jun 1, 2026
Cora Lee Crosby, born on November 9, 1942, in Poplarville, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026, in Picayune, Mississippi. She was surrounded by her family at the time of her passing.
Cora dedicated much of her working life to quality control at Oreck Vacuum manufacturing. She was a woman of great love and selflessness, best known as a devoted...
Caroline Lee McCaffrey
Jun 1, 2026
Caroline Lee McCaffrey, a devoted and cherished presence in the lives of many, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026, at her residence in Gulfport, Mississippi, at the age of 81. Born on August 14, 1944, Caroline's life embodied grace, dedication, and the quiet strength of a loving heart.
A proud graduate of St. Francis Xavier Academy in Vicksburg, Mississippi, Caroline’s...
Rev. Charles Gilbert Clary
Jun 1, 2026
Rev. Charles Gilbert Clary, a proud native of Winter Haven, Florida, and resident of Hurley, Mississippi, decided to celebrate his 90th birthday a little early by peacefully transitioning to heaven on June 1, 2026.
He was a devoted preacher of the gospel for more than 50 years, pastoring Assembly of God churches in Ocracoke and Winston Salem, North Carolina; Wiggins and...
Ivey Lane Rawson
Jun 1, 2026
Ivey Lane Rawson, age 93, of Picayune, Mississippi, passed peacefully into the presence of his Lord and Savior on June 1, 2026, at his home surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on May 6, 1933, in Kosciusko, Mississippi, Ivey was one of eight children born to John Wilburn Rawson and Mabry Bell Ivey Rawson. He was preceded in death...
CMSgt James "Jim" Loren Sparkman, Sr., USAF Ret.
May 31, 2026
CMSgt James “Jim” Loren Sparkman, Sr., USAF Ret., age 90 of Saucier, passed away on Sunday, May 31, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ezra and Pauline Sparkman; his beloved wife, Gladys Sparkman; his son, Joseph Sparkman; his grandson, Jerold Lee Sparkman, Jr., and his sister, Ann Risner.
Jim is survived by his sons, Jim (Laura) Sparkman, Jr. of...
Julius Leon Regel
May 30, 2026
Born March 17, 1935 in Belen, MS, Leon graduated from Marks High School and attended Northwest Jr. College and Delta State University where he received his BS degree. He later received his Master's degrees from the University of Southern Mississippi.
Leon served as a National Guard reservist from 1956-1958.
After graduating from Delta State, he taught and coached football at Greenville St....
James "Jim" Watkins
May 30, 2026
James "Jim" Watkins, age 86, of Long Beach, passed away Saturday, May 30, 2026.
A full tribute will be posted soon.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Long Beach, is honored to serve the Watkins family.
David Norman Johnston, Sr.
May 29, 2026
David Norman Johnston, Sr., cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and devoted member of his community, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 29, 2026, in Gulfport, Mississippi. Born on April 10, 1963 in Chugiak, Alaska, David led a life marked by his faith in Jesus Christ and dedication to his family, friends and colleagues.
David was a proud graduate of Bible Baptist...
James Melvin Wells
May 29, 2026
James Melvin Wells, born on December 22, 1958, passed away on May 29, 2026, in Long Beach, Mississippi. He will be remembered with great respect and fondness by all who knew him.
James was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Joseph Wells, Jr. and Mary Wells; his brother, Roy Wells; his niece, Marie Wells Kelley; his great-niece, Carla Thomas; his...
Terrell "Ted" Edward Ducharm
May 29, 2026
Terrell "Ted" Edward Ducharm, a man of many accomplishments and wide-ranging experiences, passed away on May 29, 2026, in Gulfport, Mississippi. Born on October 8, 1944, in San Francisco, California, Ted lived a life filled with travel, service, and dedication to his community and profession.
Ted was proud of his service as an Airman in the United States Air Force. After...
Arnold E. Bryant
May 29, 2026
Arnold E. Bryant, age 69, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2026.
Born on February 23, 1957, Arnold was the son of the late Norman Bryant and Arneva Bryant. He was a resident of the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Arnold enjoyed watching baseball and talking sports with family and friends. He was of the Catholic faith.
In addition to his parents, Arnold was preceded...
Claire Gillis Dugger
May 29, 2026
Claire Gillis Dugger, age 79 of Biloxi, MS, passed away on Friday, May 29, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Herbert and Carolyn Gillis.
Claire is survived by her loving husband of 35 years, Billy Dugger; her step children, Adam (Stephanie) Dugger and Dory (Bradley) Beall; and her step grandchildren, Barrett and Paige Beall.
She was born and raised in...
Virginia G. Donald
May 29, 2026
Virginia G. Donald, a beloved resident of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away on May 29, 2026. Born on February 10, 1952, also in Gulfport, Virginia’s life was marked by deep devotion to her family, faith, and community.
A woman of enduring faith, Virginia loved God deeply and dedicated much of her time to studying the Bible. She found great joy in her...
Gilbert Lawrence "Larry" Coe Jr.
May 28, 2026
Gilbert Lawrence “Larry” Coe Jr., age 92, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2026.
Born on December 27, 1933, in Newark, New Jersey, Larry was the oldest child of Gilbert Lawrence Coe, Sr., and Julia Marie (Reboli) Coe.
Larry grew up in Livingston, New Jersey, and graduated from Caldwell High School, where he played the trumpet and ran track. From an early...
Kay Murray Gully
May 28, 2026
Kay Murray Gully, age 83, of Moss Point, passed away on May 28, 2026.
Visitation will be on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 10 - 11 am at Our Lady of Victories Catholic Church, 503 Convent Ave, Pascagoula, MS. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 am in the church.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, 13872 Lemoyne Blvd,...
Billy Ray Smith
May 27, 2026
Billy Ray Smith embarked on his final journey May 27, 2026 from Stone County, MS. Born June 14, 1940, in Festus, Missouri, Billy Ray lived a full and loved life, and leaves behind a legacy of hard work, dedication, enduring friendships, and grand adventure.
Billy Ray was a Jack of all trades; he could fix anything. He worked in a produce...
Ellen Phelps Collins
May 27, 2026
Ellen Phelps Collins, age 79 of Gulfport, passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her parents, William Madison "Mack" Phelps and Millie Olivia Graves Phelps; her sister, Mignonette Phelps Bang and her brother, James Lafayette Phelps.
Ellen is survived by her loving husband of 55 years, Boyce O. Collins; her daughters, Kimberly (Todd) Ladner and Susan...
Agnes Marie Seal
May 26, 2026
Agnes Marie Seal, age 100, of Long Beach, Mississippi passed away on May 26, 2026 at St. Joseph’s Hospice Carpenter House in Gulfport, Mississippi.
Agnes was born in New Brunswick, New Jersey and after meeting Charles J. Seal, World War II Veteran, she later moved to Long Beach, Mississippi.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Antonio and Maria Agnes De...
Shirley Dolores Silkwood
May 26, 2026
Shirley Silkwood, age 84, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2026, at Bedford Care Center of Petal with her family by her side, leaving behind a legacy of faith, love, kindness, and devotion to her family. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend whose love and loyalty touched everyone who knew her.
Shirley was born February...
Kenneth "Ken" R. Edmunds
May 26, 2026
Kenneth "Ken" Robert Edmunds, age 91, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2026, with his loving daughter and son by his side. Born with a kind heart and strong work ethic, Ken lived a life filled with dedication to his family, his career, and the things he enjoyed most.
Ken was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Liz Edmunds; his...
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