OBITUARIES
Emma Jean Bookout
Apr 28, 2025
Emma Jean Bookout, born on November 30, 1931, passed away on April 28, 2025. She made a significant impact during her lifetime, especially through her career as a beloved worker in the cafeteria at Bel Air Elementary, nurturing the community's children with care and warmth.
Emma was an alumna of Perkinston Jr. College, where she laid the foundation for a life...
Shirley Mae Salters
Apr 27, 2025
Shirley Mae Salters, age 84, of Pass Christian, passed away Sunday, April 27, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Audrey Payne; daughter, Jennifer Salters; son, Rowland Salters; father, Thomas Payne; sister, Tommie Lee Seymour; brother, William “Bill” Henry Payne; and partner, Andrew Giaconi.
Shirley is survived by her son, Jeffrey Lee “Jeffro” Salters; daughter, Valerie Marie Smith; sister, Jackie...
Jennifer Lynn Dale
Apr 27, 2025
Jennifer Dale, born Jennifer Lynn Tomczak on December 14, 1970, passed away on April 27, 2025, in Gulfport, MS.
A beloved wife, mother, daughter, step-grandmother, and college math professor. Jennifer grew up in Aurora, IL where she attended Waubonsie Valley High School, College of DuPage (COD) for her undergrad, and Northern Illinois University (NIU) for her Bachelors and Masters. She was...
Barbara Grygier
Apr 27, 2025
Barbara Watts Grygier, age 76 of Medina, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2025, in Biloxi, MS.
She was preceded in death by her husband, John Edward Grygier and her parents, Helen Rossel Watts and William Watts.
Ms. Barbara is survived by her son, Jonathan Lee Grygier and his wife, Terri Ann Brown Grygier; her grandchildren, Helen Lorene Grygier Baker, Kendall...
Ronald Wayne Blacklidge, Sr.
Apr 27, 2025
Ronald Wayne “Ronnie” Blacklidge, Sr., 75, of Gulfport, MS, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on April 27, 2025.
Ronnie was born in Gulfport, MS, on November 14, 1949, to Elden Ray Blacklidge of Gulfport and Dorothy Scruggs Blacklidge of Hattiesburg. He grew up in Gulfport and remained a lifelong resident. After graduating from Gulfport High School, where he played...
Shaunelle Marie King
Apr 27, 2025
Shaunelle Marie King was born on October 20, 1959, in Landstuhl, Germany, to Barbara Claire L’Herisse Hayes and Hubert Hayes of New Orleans, Louisiana. Raised in the strength, love, and traditions of her New Orleans family, Shaunelle carried those values proudly throughout her life.
Shaunelle was a devoted wife, a loving mother and grandmother, a loyal sister, and a faithful friend....
Arthur Edward Anderson
Apr 26, 2025
Arthur Edward Anderson, age 88, of Gulfport, passed away on April 26, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Marcia DeMarcay Artigues
Apr 26, 2025
Marcia DeMarcay Artigues, age 80, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2025.
Born in New Orleans and a lifelong resident of Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, Marcia lived a life defined by grace, creativity, and generosity. Earlier in her career, Marcia was a devoted teacher, inspiring young minds with her patience, encouragement, and kindness. Her love of education and design reflected her...
Glenda Marie LaFrance
Apr 26, 2025
Glenda Marie LaFrance, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, gained her angel wings on April 26, 2025, in Kiln, Mississippi, at the age of 71. She was born on April 16, 1954, in Mississippi, and her spirit resonated brightly throughout her life, enriching the lives of those around her with love and kindness.
As a devoted housewife, Glenda poured her...
Mary Louise Minchew
Apr 26, 2025
Mary Louise Minchew, age 98 of Biloxi, passed away on Saturday, April 26, 2025.
She was a native of Gulfport, but relocated to Biloxi after Hurricane Katrina. Mary graduated from St. John High School, class of 1946.
Mary was preceded in death by her husband, David Minchew; her parents, Lawrence and Mary Phillips; and her infant daughter.
She is survived by her children,...
Margo Elizabeth Porento
Apr 25, 2025
Margo Elizabeth Porento, 73, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away April 25th, 2025. Riemann Family Funeral Home, Lemoyne Blvd. is assisting the family.
Dona Harry Haynes
Apr 25, 2025
Born to Mr. and Mrs. John Jason Harry on December 4, 1943, Dona Harry Haynes passed quietly from this world to enter the gates of Heaven on April 25, 2025, at the age of 81.
She is predeceased by her parents, her husband of 45 years, James Howard Haynes “Jimmy”, her sister, Mollie Harry Doucet and her brother-in-law, George Schloegel.
She is...
Gloria Evans Hester
2025
Gloria Evans Hester, age 86, of Ocean Springs, passed away on April 24, 2025.
Gloria was a wonderful mother and nana. She was a fun-loving, eccentric intellectual who enjoyed a wide range of activities including classical music, golf, reading, and fishing. She went to medical school at a time when few women entered medicine and became a pediatrician. Subsequently, she joined...
Marjorie B. Ezell
Apr 24, 2025
Marjorie B. Ezell, age 88, of Mandeville, LA, passed away on Thursday, April 24, 2025.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Lee and Marjorie Ezell; her brother, Richard Brown; and her husband of 60 years, Phillip E. Ezell.
Marjorie is survived by her children, Lynda Blasini-Dauphin (Larry), Phil Ezell (Terri), Dee Ann Datri (Matthew), and Jan Glaudi (Gregg); her sister,...
Paul Franklin Stockus
Apr 23, 2025
Paul Franklin Stockus, born on June 21, 1952, in Oak Creek, Wisconsin, passed away on April 23, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi, at the age of 72. He lived a fulfilling life dedicated to his family and career, retiring as a respected engineer after completing his education at the Milwaukee School of Engineering.
Paul was known for his good-natured spirit and his...
Gayle Sinclair Morton
Apr 23, 2025
Gayle Sinclair Morton, age 77 of Gulfport, passed away on Wednesday April 23, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Sinclair and Leota Morton.
Gayle is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Georgie Necaise Morton.
He was a champion ballroom dancer, a master accordionist and enjoyed acting at the local theater. Gayle loved watching football as the LA Rams...
Lindy Gene Thomas Callahan
Apr 23, 2025
Lindy Gene Thomas Callahan, 97, passed away peacefully at his home in Gulfport on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. A longtime and beloved resident of Gulfport, Mississippi, Lindy was born in Vicksburg on December 25, 1927—a Christmas gift to all who would come to know and love him.
A devoted family man, lovingly known as “Papa,” he was preceded in death by...
Dave Serrato
Apr 22, 2025
Dave Serrato, a cherished resident of Gulfport for 75 years, passed away on April 22, 2025, at the age of 95. Born in California on April 26, 1929, he dedicated his life to his family, his craft, and his community.
Dave was well-known for owning and operating David Serrato Painting & Decorating, a business that he passionately ran for many years....
Alvin "Rock" Rance Favre
Apr 22, 2025
Alvin Rance “Rock” Favre, beloved brother, uncle, brother-in-law, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 22, 2025, in Gulfport, MS at the age of 76 after a courageous battle with Leukemia.
Rock was a man of few words, but his quiet strength and gentle presence spoke louder than any speech ever could. He was never married and had no children of...
Cathy Grimsley
Apr 22, 2025
Cathy Grimsley, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on April 22, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi. Born on March 10, 1953, in Bessemer, Alabama, she led a full and vibrant life that touched the hearts of many.
Cathy dedicated 28 years to her career at Coca-Cola before retiring, where her joyful spirit and laughter were as refreshing as the beverages...
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