OBITUARIES
Pamela Sue West
Aug 2, 2025
Pamela Sue West, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on August 2, 2025, in Kiln, Mississippi. Born on November 26, 1956, in Ohio, Pamela touched the lives of all who knew her with a sweet nature and a generous spirit.
Throughout her life, Pamela dedicated herself to the joy of serving others, working as a cashier and waitress in...
Tommy Lee McCormick
Aug 2, 2025
Tom McCormick, a kind and humble man devoted to his family, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2025, at the age of 72.
Born in Meridian, Tom was the son of a Methodist preacher and grew up attending schools in various towns across Mississippi. He graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi in 1975. Tom’s life was defined by quiet strength,...
Elizabeth Jo " Libby" Randall
Aug 1, 2025
Elizabeth Jo "Libby" Randall, born on April 3, 1949, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 1, 2025. She leaves behind a legacy woven from her deep love for family, education, and community.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Richmond Carl (R.C.) and Ruth Randall.
Libby is survived by her siblings, Rich (Cherie) Randall, Debbie Randall, Ronnie Randall, and Pam (Andy)...
Elizabeth "Liz" Ann Thornburg
Aug 1, 2025
Elizabeth Ann “Liz” Thornburg, age 59, of Gulfport, passed away on August 1, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her parents, John Thornburg, Sr and Myrna Allen Thornburg; a brother, John Thornburg, Jr; and a sister, Peggy Herring.
Liz is survived by her sister, Mary (Brendan) Gibbons; a half-sister, Shelia (Tim) Davis; a niece, Analese Gibbons; 2 nephews, Kurt Ladner and...
Cathy Roe
Aug 1, 2025
Cathy Haynie Roe, 72, of Fayetteville, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2025.
She was born November 22, 1952, the daughter of Hugh Jones Haynie and Frances Anderson Haynie of Gulfport. Cathy graduated from Gulfport High School, and attended the University of Mississippi, where she was selected as one of the Top 5 Most Beautiful and Top 10 Best Dressed....
Patricia Ann Becker
Aug 1, 2025
Patricia Ann Becker, 70, of Bay St. Louis, MS passed away August 1st, 2025. Riemann Family Funeral Home, Waveland is assisting the family.
Brenda Ann Hynum
Jul 31, 2025
Brenda Ann Hynum, age 71, of Gulfport, passed away Thursday, July 31, 2025.
She is preceded in death by her daughters, Brenda Dale Odem (1976) and Miranda Ann Odem (1977); and her parents, John and Rebecca (West) Hynum.
Brenda is survived by her children, Todd Odem of Gulfport, MS and Daniel Odem of Porter, TX; sister, Peggy (Cowart); brother-in-law, Dean Cowart; her...
Stephen Dominic Peller III
Jul 31, 2025
Stephen Dominic Peller, III, age 73, of Pass Christian, passed away Thursday, July 31, 2025.
Stephen Dominic Peller, III, was born on September 13, 1951, in Meridian, Mississippi, the only child of the late Stephen D. Peller Jr. and Yvonne Brewer Peller. Always sensing where the action was, he made it to Woodstock the summer before attending the University of Mississippi...
Jennice Teddy Chandler
Jul 31, 2025
Jennice Teddy Chandler of Long Beach, MS, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend, transitioned on July 31, 2025, in Gulfport, MS, at the age of 82. Born on October 29, 1942, in Goodman, MS, Teddy dedicated her life to family and friends.A long-time resident of Chicago, IL, Teddy returned to her Mississippi roots where she delighted in the...
Glen Lawrence Beach
Jul 31, 2025
Glen Lawrence Beach passed away on July 31, 2025, at the age of 68 after living life to the fullest.
He was born November 28, 1956, in Youngstown, Ohio to Marion and Jo Beach. Glen grew up climbing trees, getting in and out of scrapes, and learning how to fix things. He joined the army in 1974 as a helicopter mechanic....
Mary Tait Lopez
Jul 31, 2025
Mary Tait Lopez, a devoted, selfless mother and loving wife, was tragically killed on July 31, 2025, while riding her bicycle.
Mary was born on December 30, 1960, in Gulfport Mississippi. A former cheerleader who loved to be the life of the party, Mary was characterized by her unwavering love for her family and her vibrant personality which illuminated the lives...
Eleanor Sims
Jul 30, 2025
Eleanor Sims, 89, of Long Beach passed away July 30, 2025. A full obituary will be posted shortly by Riemann Family Funeral Home, Long Beach.
Carolyn Perkins McCollam Bromaghim
Jul 30, 2025
Carolyn Perkins McCollam Bromaghim, 91, of Gautier, Mississippi, passed away on July 30, 2025. A native of Aransas Pass, Texas, she was born to Horace and Elizabeth Kopperl Perkins.
Carolyn’s life was marked by dedication, warmth, and diverse interests. She established a distinguished career as an executive legal secretary, known for her typing speed of 150 words per minute, shorthand proficiency,...
Theodora Janes
Jul 30, 2025
Theodora Janes, age 82, of Gulfport, passed away on July 30, 2025.
A full tribute will be available soon.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Biloxi is serving the family.
Mary Lou Eaves
Jul 30, 2025
A Daughter & Granddaughter’s Tribute to Our Beautiful Mother and Grandmother, Mary Lou Bond Eaves.
On July 30, 2025, our beloved mother and grandmother, Mary Lou Bond Eaves, passed away peacefully at home after a courageous battle with ovarian cancer. She was 78 years old and left this world surrounded by love, just as she lived her life.
Mary was born and...
Cynthia Kay Claytor Batey
Jul 29, 2025
Cynthia Kay Batey, age 67, of Tampa, FL, passed away on July 29, 2025, in Tampa.
She was preceded in death by her father, Marvin Claytor and her mother, Pat Claytor.
She is survived by her children, Brandon Batey and Brendon Batey; a daughter-in-law, Crystal Batey; a sister, Melinda Freeman; sister-in-law, Cindy Batey; her beloved pets, Cherish Batey and Chloie Batey; and...
Valerie Michelle Brown
Jul 29, 2025
Valerie Michelle Brown, age 56, of Wewahitchka, FL, passed away on July 29, 2025.
Ms. Brown was a native of Kansas City, MO and was born to George Stanley and Patty Fenstermaker Brown. Growing up in Kansas City, she was an avid Chiefs fan teaching her daughter, “Raider Hater”, at a young age. She worked in the Casino industry for many...
Eunice Kellogg
Jul 29, 2025
Eunice Joan Kellogg, age 88 formally of Saucier, MS, passed away Tuesday, July 29, 2025.
Joan spent all her adult life in South MS. She graduated from Rocky Creek High School in George County, MS, William Carey University located in Hattiesburg, MS, as well as earning a master's degree from the University of Southern Mississippi.
Joan was an educator and spent 33...
Mark A. Carter
Jul 29, 2025
Mark Andrew Carter (Pawpaw), age 61, of Pass Christian, Mississippi, passed away on July 29, 2025, at Singing River Hospital in Ocean Springs, MS.
Born in Wilmington, Ohio, Mark was a proud graduate of Potomac High School, Class of 1982. He went on to serve his country with honor in the U.S. Navy Seabees, retiring in 2002 with the rank of...
William Scott Collins
Jul 29, 2025
William Scott Collins 65, of Long Beach, passed away July 29, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Long Beach, is assisting the family.
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