OBITUARIES
Edward "Snowball" F. McKenna, Jr.
Jul 11, 2023
Edward "Snowball" F. McKenna, Jr, age 93, of Long Beach, passed away on July 11, 2023.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Velma McKenna; his parents, Edward F. McKenna, Sr. and Louise Netz McKenna; a brother, George McKenna, a sister, Mary Donnellon, and a grandson, Blake McKenna.
He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Deidre...
William Griffith Faust
Jul 10, 2023
William Griffith Faust, known to his loved ones as Bill, peacefully passed away on July 10, 2023, in Biloxi, MS. Born on November 5, 1937, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Bill led a remarkable life that touched the hearts of all who had the privilege of knowing him.Bill dedicated many years of his life to serving his community. He retired with...
Michael James Piszczek
Jul 9, 2023
Michael ‘Mick’ James Piszczek, our beloved brother, son, husband, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on July 9, 2023, at the age of 28 years old. Michael was born to Carol and Jerry Piszczek on June 20, 1995, in Wichita, Kansas. He graduated from Hutchinson Community College with a degree in Fire Science. He eventually furthered his education to be more...
John C. Dawson, Jr.
Jul 8, 2023
John Carlton Dawson, Jr., age 68, of Gulfport, passed away on Saturday, July 8, 2023.
He was born on August 5, 1954 in Washington, D.C. to John Carlton Dawson and Sarah Dever Dawson and resided in Gulfport for the last 52 years.
After graduating from Gulfport East High School in 1972, he earned a bachelor's degree from the University of...
Anne B. Schonewitz
Jul 8, 2023
Anne B. Schonewitz, age 78 of Gulfport, MS., passed away on Saturday, July 8, 2023 in Gulfport.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Fred A & Nan Draughn Schonewitz; and her twin sister, Rachel Amelia Schonewitz Bodosch. Anne is survived by nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Anne will be remembered as a true friend who had a love for...
James Fisher "Bo" Bruce
Jul 7, 2023
James Fisher "Bo" Bruce, Jr., age 72 of Perkinston, MS., passed away on Friday, July 7, 2023 in Hattiesburg.
Bo was a loving father, brother, and friend. He was a very hard worker. If there was a way to do something easy or hard, he would find it and do it with no doubt. He was a drywall finisher, painter, and...
Sylvia Calcote Stanley
Jul 7, 2023
Sylvia Calcote Stanley, 80, of Biloxi passed away on July 7, 2023. She was born on March 5, 1943 in Lucien, MS to Edward Calcote and Katherine Calcote Buckley, and resided in Biloxi for the last 54 years.
She is survived by her husband, Thomas Stanley, of 64 years; children Thomas Stanley Jr (Carla) and James Michael Stanley (Kathy); grandchildren...
Christi Leigh Casey
Jul 7, 2023
Christi Leigh Casey, of Ocean Springs, passed away unexpectedly, at home, after a valiant fight with Guillain Barre Syndrome.Christi was born July 23, 1971, in Pascagoula, MS to James E. and Judy (nee Bailey) Nettles. Christi is survived by her loving husband of 25 years, Robert “Bob” Casey; her daughter, Sarabeth Casey and two sons, Dylan (Madison) Nappier and Blake Nappier;...
Angela Bowell
Jul 6, 2023
Angela Catherine Bowell passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 6, 2023, at the age of 53, with friends and family by her side.
Born on February 1, 1970, in Roanoke, VA, she was the daughter of Charlotte Oliver (John) and Dal Davidson.
She was known for her kindness, warmth, love of life and strong devotion to her...
Jacob Alan Hargett
Jul 5, 2023
Jacob Alan Hargett, age 28, of Ocean Springs, passed away Wednesday, July 5, 2023.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Charles Allen James
Jul 3, 2023
Charles Allen James, 49, of Waveland, passed away on Monday, July 3, 2023. Charles is survived by his father, John E. James, Sr., brother, John E. James, Jr., and sister, Gwenette James. He is preceded in death by his mother, Joycelyn E. Collins. Charles was an Army veteran and after his service worked as a welder. He enjoyed boxing...
Irene Carter
Jul 3, 2023
Ettie "Irene" Carter
February 16, 1958 - July 3, 2023
VANCLEAVE - Ettie "Irene" Carter passed away on July 3, 2023, in Vancleave, Mississippi, at the age of 65. She was born on February 16, 1958, in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, and was a lifelong resident of the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Irene grew up in Holly Bluff, Mississippi. She was a devoted...
Russell "Rusty" E. Burton Jr.
Jul 3, 2023
Russell “Rusty” E. Burton Jr, 72, of Gulfport, MS passed away on July 3, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 23, 1950 to Russ & Claire Burton Sr. in Princeton, IN. He is preceded in death by his father, Russ Burton Sr.
Rusty grew up in Princeton, IN and graduated from Princeton High School in...
Angela Slade
Jul 1, 2023
Angela Slade, age 65, of Biloxi, passed away on Saturday, July 1, 2023.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Amber Lucille Perkins
Jul 1, 2023
Amber Lucille Perkins, age 53, of Pass Christian, passed away on Thursday, July 1, 2023.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Edmond Marvin Thompson
Jul 1, 2023
Edmond Marvin “Marvelous” Thompson, age 65, of Diamondhead, MS, passed away on Saturday, July 1, 2023, at his residence.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Edith Agnes Mulroy; his father, Curtis Felton Thompson; and his brother, Lewis Garcia.
He is survived by his wife of 15 years, Donna Antill of Diamondhead; his children, Samantha Wellman and Rachel LaNoue...
Tommie Carolyn Tabor Ziegeler
Jul 1, 2023
Tommie Carolyn Tabor Ziegeler, age 87, of Diamondhead, passed away on July 1, 2023.
She was of the catholic faith, a homemaker, a member of the DAR, DAC, and Colonel Dames Organizations of the Gulf Coast, a member of the MOPH Chapter 676, DAV Chapter 5, and VFW Post 4526 Ladies Auxiliary.
Mrs. Ziegeler was preceded in death by...
Robert Roy Culpepper, Jr.
Jul 1, 2023
Robert Roy Culpepper, Jr., age 80, of Gulfport, passed away on July 1, 2023.
Robert was a native of Laurel, MS. He retired from the Gulfport Police Department as a Community Service Tec.
Roy’s wish was to gift his body to the University of Tennessee Medical Research Center. The Center was honored to accept his generous gift.
Roy was...
Dorothy Angela Slade
Jun 30, 2023
Dorothy Angela Slade, 65, passed away June 30, 2023 in Houston, TX. “Angie” was born in Gulfport, MS on December 31, 1957 to parents Frank and Dorothy Robinson and was a lifelong resident of Biloxi.Angie is preceded in death by her father, Frank E. Robinson; mother, Dorothy C. Robinson; and brother, Frank “Robby” Robinson Jr.A graveside service will be held...
Jennifer Kay Bell
Jun 30, 2023
Jennifer Kay Bell, a native of Shreveport, LA and resident of Ocean Springs, MS., passed away on June 30, 2023, at the age of 58 years old.
She was preceded in death by her father, James Reno, Sr.; her mother, Patsy Scott Reno; a brother, James (Buddy) Reno, Jr.; a sister, Janet Pritchard; and her son, Casey Thomas Bell.
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