OBITUARIES

Charles Keeler Henderson

Charles Keeler Henderson

Nov 22, 2023

Charles Keeler “Charlie” “Mr. Ford” Henderson, Age 81, of Long Beach, Mississippi, passed away on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, from natural causes at Gulfport Memorial Hospital.

 

Charlie, a successful Ford dealer and businessman, loved his family, friends and spending time outdoors. He enjoyed people and his warm demeanor and inclusiveness were welcoming to all who met him; he...

Marian Couch

Marian Couch

Nov 22, 2023

Marian C. Couch, age 84, of Auburn, WA, passed away on November 22, 2023, in Diamondhead, MS.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 42 years, Leonard C. Couch.

Mrs. Couch is survived by her 2 children, Douglas B. barrows (Yvette M. Barrows) and Daniel C. Barrows (Myra M. Barrows); a sister, Phyliss Carlson; 6 grandchildren, Derek J....

Linda D Page

Linda D Page

Nov 21, 2023

Linda D. Page, age 73, of Saucier, passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2023.

Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.

Janet Joann Thompson

Janet Joann Thompson

Nov 21, 2023

 

Janet Joann Thompson, age 77 of Gulfport, passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2023.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Otha Leroy and Vera Thompson; her siblings, L.J. Holland, Otha “Leroy” Thompson, Jr., and Gail Davenport; her nephews, Jeffrey Holland and Rusty Thompson; and her niece, Janet Elaine Northrop.

Although Janet never had children of her own,...

Valerie Touchstone

Valerie Touchstone

Nov 21, 2023

Valerie Touchstone, age 64, of Gulfport, passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2023.She was preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Pearl Stewart; her sister, Exalee Stewart; her brother, Terry Stewart; her grandparents, Charlie and Arlena Stewart and Jasper and Terry Mullins; and her granddaughter, Valerie Destiny Raquel Zirger “Chicken”

Valerie is survived by her husband of 35 years,...

William Wiegand

William Wiegand

Nov 20, 2023

William Wiegand, age 88 of Durham, NC, passed away November 20, 2023.

 Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, served the family.

Elisabeth Chisholm Mitchell

Elisabeth Chisholm Mitchell

Nov 20, 2023

Elisabeth Chisholm Mitchell, age 63, of Biloxi, passed away on Monday, November 20, 2023.

A full tribute will be posted at a later date.

Riemann Family Funeral Home, Waveland, is serving the family.

Doris Estelle Balfour

Doris Estelle Balfour

Nov 20, 2023

Doris Estelle Balfour, age 98, of Gulfport, passed away on Monday, November 20, 2023.

Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.

George Ira Donivan

George Ira Donivan

Nov 20, 2023

George Ira Donivan,  age 87, of Wiggins, passed away on Monday, November 20, 2023.

Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.

Mary Margaret Armstrong

Mary Margaret Armstrong

Nov 20, 2023

Mary Margaret Armstrong passed away peacefully on November 20th, 2023, at the age of 84. She was surrounded by loved ones at St. Joseph Hospice in Gulfport, Mississippi. Born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, Mary Margaret graduated from Laboure High School and later attended St. Louis University.

Throughout her life, Mary Margaret dedicated herself to her family as a...

Alaina Leiann Hayward

Alaina Leiann Hayward

Nov 19, 2023

 

Alaina Hayward, 58 of Gulfport, MS died Sunday, November 19, 2023.  She received her bachelor’s degree in business and was a Real Estate Broker.  She loved to play piano and enjoyed water sports.

She was preceded in death by her father, Carroll Peterman.

Survivors include her mother, Lois Fisher, sister, Tonia Castleberry and husband, Aaron; brothers, Cody Peterman and...

Albert Necaise

Albert Necaise

Nov 19, 2023

 

Mr. Albert Necaise, age 87, of Gulfport, passed away on November 19, 2023.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert and Mamie Necaise; and a granddaughter, Whitney Lee.

Mr. Necaise is survived by his wife of 65 years, Lois Ann Walker Necaise; his children, Ann Lee (Jack), Michael Necaise (Cindy), and Brian Necaise (Carlin); his grandchildren, Lauren...

Roger Smith

Roger Smith

Nov 18, 2023

 

In God's perfect timing, Roger Smith passed away doing what he enjoyed, serving the needs of his church and others.  He went to be with the Lord on the same day he was born, after enjoying a full life with family and friends, always willing to lend a helping hand as often as he could. 

Roger was born November...

John Randall Hammons

John Randall Hammons

Nov 18, 2023

John Randall “Randy” Hammons, age 56, passed away on November 18, 2023.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ronald E. Hammons, Sr and Geraldine Fennell Hammons; his maternal grandparents, W.G. “Bill” Fennell and Delores Fennell; and his paternal grandparents, Henry “Hank” Hammons and Juanita Hammons.

Randy is survived by his children, Jonathon (Katie) Hammons, Josh (Michelle) Hammons, Madison...

Elva Mariana Salazar

Elva Mariana Salazar

Nov 17, 2023

Elva Mariana Salazar, age 85, of Long Beach, passed away  on Friday, November 17, 2023.

Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.

Hermine Anna Maria Lightell

Hermine Anna Maria Lightell

Nov 17, 2023

Hermine Anna Maria Lightell, age 91, of Biloxi, passed away on Friday, November 17, 2023.

Riemann Family Funeral Home, Biloxi, is serving the family.

Kenneth Mickael Barber

Kenneth Mickael Barber

Nov 17, 2023

Kenneth Mickael Barber, age 70, of Kiln, Mississippi, passed away on November 17, 2023.

Mr. Barber was a strong Christian man who loved his wife, children, grandchildren, his family and friends fiercely.  He loved to make others laugh and he never met a stranger and he cared deeply for others.  He was a life-long resident of the Coast and retired...

Carol McMinn Kelly

Carol McMinn Kelly

Nov 15, 2023

 

We are deeply saddened by the loss of Carol McMinn Kelly, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Despite facing numerous medical challenges, she persevered with grace and strength. Carol passed away peacefully on November 15, 2023, surrounded by her family; she was 87 years young.

Carol was born on February 11, 1936, in Laurel, Mississippi, to Jaye Alton...

Warren Bernard Doussan , Jr.

Warren Bernard Doussan , Jr.

Nov 15, 2023

 

Warren B. Doussan Jr. entered Heaven, at the age of 61, on Wednesday, November 15th, 2023.

 

He was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on November 23rd, 1961 and was a graduate of Archbishop Rummel High School and South Eastern University with a Business Degree.

 

Warren owned and operated an international airport rehabilitation company for more than 2...

Carol Jaye McMinn Kelly

Carol Jaye McMinn Kelly

Nov 15, 2023

Carol Jaye McMinn Kelly, age 87, of Pass Christian, passed away on Wednesday, November 15, 2023.

Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.