OBITUARIES
Ricky D West
Dec 9, 2025
Ricky D West, a beloved husband, father, brother, friend, and Pawpaw passed away on December 8, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on July 16, 1950, Ricky lived a life marked by his dedication to family, military service, and craftsmanship.
Ricky was proud to serve his country during the Vietnam War, where he was awarded the Bronze Star for his...
Mary Nell (Smith) Graves
Dec 8, 2025
Mary Nell (Smith) Graves, our precious mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother went home to be with the Lord on December 8, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Cornealia A. Gates and Norman Weeks; her siblings, Cornelia (Arthur) LaVell, Norman (Ida) Weeks, Jr., James (Opal) Dudley Weeks, John Preston (Doris) Weeks, Durward (Marie) Weeks, Victoria (Earl) Hensley, Lealia (Joe) Frankie,...
Sandra Elizabeth Sandifer Gunn
Dec 8, 2025
Sandra Elizabeth Sandifer Gunn, 90 years old, saw her Savior face to face on Monday, December 8, 2025. She was a resident of Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Sandra was born August 21, 1935, in Tylertown, Mississippi. She graduated from Topeka-Tilton High School in 1953 and received a B. A. Degree in 1957 from her beloved Mississippi College. She is preceded in death...
Mary Helen Allen
Dec 7, 2025
Mary Helen Allen, born in Pass Christian, MS, on February 3, 1943, to Lula and Avery Allen, Sr, departed this life on December 7, 2025, in Mobile, Alabama. She was a native of Pass Chrisitan and attended Pass Christian High School where she graduated in 1961.
Mary Helen spent most of her professional career at Hancock Bank, where she completed the...
Wayne Anthony LaScola
Dec 7, 2025
Wayne Anthony LaScola, age 84, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, December 7, 2025.
Mr. LaScola was a native of New Orleans, Louisiana, and a longtime resident of Pass Christian, Mississippi.
Wayne is preceded in death by his loving wife of 58 years, Mrs. Linda Ann Phillips LaScola; his parents, Rufus Alonzo LaScola and Helen Antoinette Mangiaracina LaScola.
He is survived...
Lowell Roger Johnson
Dec 7, 2025
Lowell Roger Johnson, age 83, passed away on December 7, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi. Born on January 18, 1942, in Mansfield, Ohio.
A proud veteran, Lowell served honorably in the Ohio Army National Guard, exemplifying his commitment to his country. Following his military service, he enjoyed a fulfilling career with the United States Postal Service, from which he retired after many...
Leonel Gonzalez Jr
Dec 7, 2025
Leonel Gonzalez Jr., age 74, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi.
Leonel was born in Texas and later resided in McAllen, Texas. Throughout his life, he also lived in Wyoming and Michigan for over 30 years before settling in Harrison County, Mississippi. A proud United States Army veteran, Leonel served his country honorably and carried that sense...
James Edward Rodgers
Dec 6, 2025
James Edward Rodgers, born February 20, 1945, took his final bow on December 6,2025. A lifelong devotee of Elvis Presley, James always said he wanted to live like "The King," but nobody realized he intended to exit the stage exactly like him, too.In a move that would have made Elvis himself give a curled-lip grin, James went out like the...
Lynda Kay Hogue
Dec 6, 2025
Lynda Kay Hogue, age 77 of Saucier, passed away Saturday, December 6, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her husband, David Alan Hogue, Sr; parents, Harry and Mildred Hunt; daughter, Tammy Elkins; grandchild, Kandice Hogue; and great-grandchildren, Baylie and Ryder Kimmel.
Lynda is survived by her sons, David Hogue, Jr. and Alan Edward Hogue (Stephanie); and her daughter, Penny Ashmun (Jessie);...
Sander Ian Findlay
Dec 6, 2025
Sander Ian Findlay, age 36, gained his angel wings on December 6, 2025.
A full tribute will be shared soon.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 21, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Riemann Family Funeral Home, located at 274 Beauvoir Road in Biloxi, Mississippi. Family and friends are invited to gather in remembrance and to share in honoring...
Joycelyn Portie
Dec 6, 2025
Mrs. Joycelyn Portie, a beloved Christian mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on December 6, 2025, at the age of 89.
She was a woman of deep faith, gentle strength, and unwavering love for her family. She is survived by her daughter, Kim, and son-in-law, Audie; her grandchildren, Steve(Caitlin), Roni, Jon(Jen), Shannon(Eric); and her...
Christopher W. Peterson
Dec 5, 2025
Christopher W. Peterson, age 69 of Pensacola, passed away on Friday, December 5, 2025.
He was an avid Southern Mississippi football fan and enjoyed the water, especially boating and fishing. During his later years he loved to dance and was the life of the Waterford at Creekside Senior Living in Pensacola.
Christopher was preceded in death by his parents, Ira and Verlane...
Marilyn Misko
Dec 5, 2025
Marilyn Lee Misko, age 78, of Biloxi, MS, passed away on December 5, 2025.
Marilyn was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Rocco Misko, Jr.; her father, William Michael Lee, Sr.; her mother, Lillian Beatrice Reaves Lee; and her great grandchild, baby Lewis. She is survived by her children, Joseph Michael Misko, Jason Lee Misko, and Senta Misko Jones (Patrick),...
Raymon Warren Tomasich
Dec 5, 2025
Raymon Warren Tomasich, cherished husband and devoted father, passed away on December 5, 2025, in Austin, Texas, at the age of 73. Born on October 28, 1952, in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, Raymon dedicated his life to working on the river. He held various jobs throughout his career, including serving proudly as a captain.
Raymon was known for his strong character,...
Catherine Ann Rogers
Dec 5, 2025
Catherine Ann Rogers, age 86, passed away on December 5, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi. She was a longtime resident of the Gulf Coast and was born in Miami, Florida.
Ann was preceded in death by her husband, Keith Rogers; her parents, Alfred and Susan Prevatt Peterson and her sisters, Suandra Parsons and Alice Hall.
She is survived by her children, Lee Rogers...
Kate Bohlke
Dec 4, 2025
Kate Bohlke, of Long Beach, age 66, died on December 4, 2025 in the comfort of her home surrounded by her loved ones. She was born in New Orleans, LA. and moved to Long Beach with her family in 1973.
She was preceded in death by her father, John Bohlke; mother, Jeri Zimmerman; grandparents, Joe and Anna Dulcich; grandparents, Jack and...
LeeAnn Rich Mitchell
Dec 4, 2025
LeeAnn Rich Mitchell, age 60, of Long Beach, MS, passed away on Thursday, December 4, 2025.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Troy and LeDoris Rich; and her mother-in-law, Linda Robinson (Mitchell).
LeeAnn is survived by her loving husband of 30 years, Jeff Mitchell; children, Brandon Quin and Carlton Mitchell; siblings, Troy Rich (Lisa), Kathy Mitchell (Tommy), and Kimbel Rich...
Freida Herrington Thompson
Dec 4, 2025
Freida Thompson, age 88, passed away peacefully on December 4, 2025. She was born on December 18, 1936, in Meridian, Mississippi, where her life began as a bright, determined, and deeply faithful soul.
In 1970, Freida married the love of her life, Harold Lee Thompson, and together they blended their families into one—what began as two separate households became a single,...
Alton R. Miller
Dec 4, 2025
Alton Miller, age 74, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 4, 2025. Born on September 7, 1951, Alton lived life with an open heart, a free-roaming spirit, and a deep love for family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his sisters, Emily, Patsy, Judy, and Charlene, and his brother, Charles. He is survived by his brother, John Miller, along...
Jean Angela Gronmeyer
Dec 4, 2025
Jean Angela Gronmeyer, born on May 30, 1944, in Western New York, passed away on December 4, 2025, in Biloxi, Mississippi. She lived a life filled with dedication and passion, serving as a Speech Pathologist at Picayune Junior High after working for the IRS and the Census Bureau. Jean held a master's degree in Speech Pathology from the University of...
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