OBITUARIES
George K. Boatner Jr
Dec 17, 2025
George K. Boatner Jr, age 69, entered into eternal rest on December 17, 2025.
Services will be private.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is honored to serve the Boatner / Marcello family.
Rita Muhs Barrau
Dec 17, 2025
Rita Muhs Barrau, 104, of Bay St. Louis, MS passed away December 17, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Waveland is assisting the family.
Elizabeth Ann Ward Schafer
Dec 16, 2025
Elizabeth Ann Ward Schafer, age 88, of Gulfport, passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at Lakeview Nursing Center in Gulfport.
Visitation and services will be held on Monday, December 22, 2025, at Riemann Family Funeral Home, 11280 Three Rivers Road, Gulfport, MS. Visitation will be held from 1:30 to 2:00 p.m., with the funeral service following at 2:00 p.m....
Sharon Kaye Waggoner
Dec 16, 2025
Mrs. Sharon Kaye Waggoner (née Jenkins), age 77, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2025, in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. Born on October 11, 1948, in Pike County, Ohio, she lived a life marked by devotion to her family and a deep appreciation for the simple joys that brought her happiness.
Sharon was the wife of Raymond Waggoner and a mother to...
Doreen Lenora Atwell
Dec 16, 2025
Doreen Lenora Atwell, a beloved mother, sister, and grandmother, passed away on December 16, 2025. She will be remembered for her deep love for her family, particularly her cherished grandchildren.
Doreen was born to Robert and Leona Davison and grew up surrounded by family, fostering strong relationships that lasted throughout her life. She took great pride in watching her children grow...
Rose Marie Lamey
Dec 16, 2025
Rose Marie Lamey, age 94, peacefully entered into eternal rest on December 16, 2025.
She will be lovingly remembered, and a full tribute honoring her life will be shared soon.
Visitation will be held on Monday, December 22, 2025, beginning at 9:00 a.m. at Riemann Family Funeral Home, West Jackson County, located at 13872 Lemoyne Boulevard, Biloxi, Mississippi 39532.
A prayer service will...
Harold L Biksey
Dec 15, 2025
Harold L. Biksey, a cherished member of the Gulfport community, passed away on December 15, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and dedication. Harold was the son of Mildred Biksey and Harold Lloyd Pace, and the adopted son of John Biksey. He was preceded in death by his beloved son, Mark Biksey, his brother Patrick Biksey, and his sister,...
Alyce A. Dana
Dec 15, 2025
Alyce A. Dana, age 80, passed peacefully into eternal rest on December 15, 2025.
She will be lovingly remembered, and a full tribute honoring her life will be shared soon.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, West Jackson County, is honored to serve the Dana family with care and compassion during this time.
Peggy Marie Rowell
Dec 13, 2025
Peggy Marie Rowell, born on August 31, 1935, in Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away on December 13, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi. She was known for her love and devotion as a homemaker. Peggy was a longtime member of First Methodist Church of Long Beach, where she cherished her faith and community.
Throughout her life, she found joy in creating ceramics, a hobby...
Debora Lynn Brewton
Dec 13, 2025
Debra Lynn Brewton, age 63, of Savannah, Georgia, and a longtime resident of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away on December 13, 2025, in Gulfport. She was a graduate of Harrison Central High School and remained connected to the Gulfport community throughout her life.
She is survived by her beloved sons, Matthew Brewton and Justin Riojas, and Justin’s husband, Matthew Kearney; Matthew Brewton’s...
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...
Coach J. Larry Ladner
Dec 12, 2025
Coach James Larry Ladner, age 88, of Kiln, passed away on December 12, 2025.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Earl E. Ladner and Birdie Mae Favre Ladner; brothers, Ronald David Ladner and Earl "Buck" Ladner; and his sister, Carolyn Ladner Adam.
Coach Ladner is survived by his wife of 65 years, Peggy Ann Ladner, his children, Pamela Ann Ladner...
David Lester Smith
Dec 11, 2025
David L. Smith, a devoted husband and father defined by curiosity, courage, and generosity, passed away on December 11, 2025 at the age of 72. Born on November 21, 1953, David lived a life rich in purpose, laughter, and deep love for both the natural world and the people who shared his journey.
A lifelong learner, David's passion for wildlife and...
Placido Jerome Rizzo
Dec 11, 2025
Placido Jerome Rizzo, age 90 of Gulfport, MS, left this world after a long beautiful life on December 11, 2025, at home with his family. Placido was born on March 29, 1935 in Glassboro, NJ to his parents, Joseph and Katherine Rizzo.
Placido grew up in Glassboro, New Jersey with his parents and two brothers, John and Joe. Placido was the...
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 Coleman.
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...
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