OBITUARIES
Arthur Karl Williams
May 17, 2025
Arthur Karl Williams, a respected member of the engineering community and a beloved family man, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2025, in Diamondhead, Mississippi, surrounded by his family. He was born on August 7, 1929, in New York, and his life spanned nearly a century of remarkable experiences and contributions.
A proud veteran, Arthur distinguished himself by serving overseas as...
Clara Jean Frazier
May 17, 2025
Clara Jean Frazier, a beloved figure in her community and cherished matriarch of her family, peacefully departed this life on May 17, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi, at the age of 87. Born on July 2, 1937, in Osyka, Mississippi, Clara shared her warmth and compassion with everyone she encountered throughout her life.
Clara had a distinguished career as the cafeteria manager...
Bryce Kevin James
May 16, 2025
Bryce Kevin James, a cherished member of the community, passed away on May 16, 2025, in Pass Christian, Mississippi, at the age of 69. He was born on February 1, 1956, in Pearl, Mississippi, and proudly graduated from Pearl High School in 1974. A long-time resident of Mendenhall, Mississippi, Bryce's contributions to his family and profession left a lasting impact...
Harold Paul Boudreaux
May 16, 2025
Harold Paul Boudreaux, 83, of Kiln, Mississippi, passed away Friday, May 16, 2025.
A graveside service will be held on Thursday, May 22, 2025, beginning at 3:00 PM, at Standard Sandhill Cemetery in Kiln, MS.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Pass Christian, is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements.
Ronald L. Rech
May 16, 2025
Ronald Lee Rech, age 87 of Diamondhead, MS, went to heaven on May 16, 2025, very suddenly following a brief illness.
Ronald was born in a farmhouse near Dwight, Nebraska, on October 25, 1937, and grew up on a farm near David City, NE. He helped his parents farming until he went on to college.
He attended an elementary country school and...
Louis W. Helwick
May 16, 2025
Louis Winston Helwick, the third of nine children born to Quincy Louise Winston Helwick and Eldridge Anthony Helwick on January 11, 1953, in Bay St. Louis, MS, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2025, at the age of 72 in Gulfport, MS.
Louis was a lifelong resident of the Mississippi Gulf Coast, living in Pass Christian until Hurricane Camille in 1969...
Alice Faye Ladner
May 15, 2025
Alice Faye Ladner, a cherished lifelong resident of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at the Driftwood Nursing Center in Gulfport. Born on July 31, 1939, Alice's journey through life was marked by her unwavering spirit and dedication to her family and community.
Alice graduated from Gulfport High School in 1957, after which she pursued further education...
Robert David Thielker
May 15, 2025
Robert D. Thielker, age 67, of Mobile, Al, passed away on Thursday, May 15, 2025, in Oxford, Al.
He was preceded in death by his father, David H. Thielker; his mother, Doris J. Thielker; a brother, Paul Thielker; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, John C. Brooks and Gladys E. Brooks; and a sister-in-law, Cathey Brooks Cain.
Mr. Thielker is survived by his loving...
Dorothy Dianne Antwine
May 14, 2025
Dorothy Dianne “Dee Dee” Antwine, 79, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2025, in Biloxi, Mississippi.
Born on April 30, 1946, in Gulfport, Mississippi, Dee Dee was the daughter of Joseph and Dorothy Hayden. She grew up along the Mississippi Gulf Coast and graduated from Pass Christian High School. Her passion for education led her to the University of Southern Mississippi,...
Carol Ann Reiger
May 14, 2025
Carol Ann Reiger, age 86 , of Gulfport, passed away on Wednesday, May 14, 2025.
Mrs. Reiger was born to James Eugene and Margaret A. Schroeder Ringler in Cleveland, Ohio.
She loved spending time with family shopping and playing bingo and quilting was her hobby. She especially enjoyed her work for Quilts of Valor for her military friends at the Armed Forces...
George Ray Simpson
May 13, 2025
George R. Simpson July 30, 1943 – May 13, 2025
George R. Simpson, age 81, of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away peacefully at his home on May 13, 2025. Born on July 30, 1943, in Kosciusko, Mississippi, George was a devoted husband, loving father, and proud grandfather.
He was married to the love of his life, Carolyn Simpson, for 62 cherished years. Together,...
Marilyn Ready Handley
May 13, 2025
Marilyn Ready Handley, 69, of Picayune, MS, passed away May 13th, 2025. Born on June 1, 1955, in Waynesboro, MS, to the late Edward and Josephine Ready. She later moved to Picayune, MS, with her family and also lived in Bay St. Louis. She was an Administrative Assistant for the Picayune Item. One of her loves in life was enjoying...
Robert M. Slade
May 12, 2025
Robert M. Slade, affectionately known as Mike to family and friends, departed this life on May 12, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on August 29, 1950, Mike touched the lives of many throughout his journey. He was a proud veteran, having served in the United States Air Force, and he retired with honor after years of dedicated service.
Mike's...
Earlene Pace Wilson
May 12, 2025
Earlene Wilson, 87, is remembered by her family as a loving mother and grandmother. Mrs. Wilson, who went to be with her Lord on May 12, 2025, was born in Columbia, MS, on April 15, 1938, to Rosa Mae and Luke Pace. She was the second daughter and fourth of sixth children who grew up in the country in Marion...
Norma "Ms Pete" Stanford
2025
Centenarian Norma Arlene Delk Stanford, known as “Ms. Pete”, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 12, 2025, surrounded by her loving family and caregivers. She dedicated her life to create a warm and nurturing home for her late husband of 44 years, Charles Frank Jr., and their three children.
Pete was born on August 13, 1923, in Atlanta Georgia, to William...
Duane R. Vance
May 11, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Master Chief Duane R. Vance, USN, Retired of McDonough, GA, who passed away on May 11, 2025, at the age of 78 in Gulfport, MS.
He was born February 28, 1947 in Painesville, Ohio , the first of nine children to the late Dean Rusk and Eleanor Ruth Faerber Vance.
Duane...
Walter Eugene Lucas, Jr.
May 11, 2025
Walter Eugene Lucas, Jr., age 77, of Houston, Alabama, passed away on May 11, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Judith Weekes Short
May 11, 2025
Judith Weekes Short, 76, of Saucier, MS passed away May 11, 2025 in Gulfport, MS. She was born in Spokane, WA to the late George and Eva Weekes. Later she resided in Oklahoma before moving to the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Survivors include her daughter, Tamera Marie Perkins; grandchildren, Jimi Lee Hodges and Jake Charles Hodges; and great grandchild, Addyson K. Hodges....
Justin David Weems
May 9, 2025
Justin David Weems, age 42, passed away on May 9 2025 in Long Beach, MS.
As an avid sailor, Justin loved anything pertaining to the water where he spent as much time as he could, whether working or for pleasure. He could also turn a piece of wood and some sauces into a tasty meal.
He was preceded in death by his...
Lucile Margaret Hanstine Crosby
May 8, 2025
Lucile Margaret Hanstine Crosby, age 76, born on January 12, 1949, in Biloxi, entered into her heavenly home on May 8, 2025. Lucile's journey through life was characterized by her unwavering faith, love for family and friends, and strong commitment to her community.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry Reuben Hanstine and Shirley Marion Hanstine; and her brothers,...
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