OBITUARIES
John Leslie Nicholas
Jul 20, 2025
John Leslie Nicholas, 89, of Diamondhead, MS passed away July 20, 2025. Arrangements are private with Riemann Family Funeral Home, Pass Christian assisting the family.
Gordon Julian Herron
Jul 19, 2025
Gordon Julian Herron, a dedicated mechanic and a proud family man, passed away on July 19, 2025, at the age of 72. He was surrounded by his loving family at his home in Kiln, Mississippi, leaving behind a legacy of hard work and devotion.
Born on January 31, 1953, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Gordon made a significant impact throughout his life,...
Dorman Allen Little, Jr.
Jul 19, 2025
Dorman Allen Little, Jr., a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on July 19, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi. He was born on January 22, 1962, in Bogalusa, Louisiana, and lived a life dedicated to his family and his work in construction, where he made invaluable contributions over many years.
Allen was a devoted husband to his wife of 34...
Peggy Marie Bosma
Jul 19, 2025
Peggy Marie Bosma, 68, a native of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away Saturday, July 19, 2025. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and devoted community servant born on January 25, 1957, in Biloxi, Mississippi. She lived her life with a heart for God, full of kindness and a dedication to helping others. Peggy leaves an indelible mark on the lives...
Lois Bird
Jul 19, 2025
Lois Amelda Bird, age 96, passed away on July 19, 2025 in Biloxi.
Lois was born in Biloxi and made her home in D'Iberville. She dedicated many years of her life to working at TG&Y, followed by Family Dollar, where she remained employed until the age of 83. Lois found joy in spending time with friends and taking part in activities...
Terri Lynn Saegert
Jul 19, 2025
Terri Lynn Saegert, age 69, of Long Beach, MS passed away on July 19, 2025.
Terri was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charlie and Joyce Donlin; sisters, Karen Tillman and Charlene Donlin; brother in law, Greg Saegert; her Mother-in-law, Esther Saegert;
She is survived by her husband of 44 years, Jeffrey Saegert...
Peggy Jean Baker
Jul 19, 2025
Peggy Jean Baker, 79, of Diamondhead, MS passed away July 19, 2025. Arrangements are private with Riemann Family Funeral Home, Pass Christian assisting the family.
Susan Edith Ross
Jul 18, 2025
Susan Edith Richardson Ross, age 78, formerly of Hattiesburg went home to be with the Lord, Friday, July 18, 2025. She was a graduate of Hattiesburg High School, Class of 1966.
Susan was able to fulfill a lifelong dream of traveling the United States and Canada as an assistant cargo loader and unload-er. She was later employed as a government housekeeper...
Jonnie J Orr
Jul 18, 2025
Jonnie J. Orr, 84, of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away Friday, July 18, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is assisting the family.
Nadine Regina "Dina" Frederick Bates
Jul 18, 2025
Nadine Regina "Dina" Frederick Bates, age 71, of Long Beach, passed away Friday, July 18, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her father, Wilfred Frederick; mother, Thelma Pauline Aultz Frederick; nephew, Billy Joe Martin; niece, Terry Ann Martin Zybinski; brother-in-laws, Arnold "Hicky" Martin and Clyde Edward Poole.
Dina is survived by her long-term companion of 38 years, Darwin Ezell; her son,...
Vessen "Butch" Magee, Jr.
Jul 18, 2025
Vessen “Butch” Magee, Jr. was born on January 22, 1941, in Jackson, Mississippi, to Vessen Magee, Sr. and Myrtis McNeill Neelly.
He graduated from Central High School and went on to study at Hinds Junior College, the Mississippi State University extension at Belhaven, and Memphis State University. Butch also served honorably in the United States Navy.
Following his military service, Butch’s passion...
Susanne F. Groom
Jul 18, 2025
Susanne Follansbee Groom, age 88, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2025, in Biloxi, Mississippi.
Born in Massachusetts, Susanne was a proud New Englander who later made Biloxi her longtime home. She was a dedicated educator, earning her master’s degree after studying at Atlantic Union College and Boston University. She devoted 36 years to teaching in Sterling, Massachusetts, where she left...
Mary Margaret Bull Fore
Jul 17, 2025
Mary “Margaret” Bull Fore completed her earthly journey and peacefully entered eternity with her Lord and Savior on July 17, 2025; two months shy of her centennial birthday.
She is survived by two of her children and their spouses, Paul & Pat Fore (Biloxi) and Tammy & Ron Turney (Ocean Springs); three grandsons, Barry (Mary) Warriner (Pflugerville, TX), Brad Fore (Columbus),...
Duncan Chisholm
Jul 17, 2025
Duncan Chisholm, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on January 27, 1947, in Brooklyn, New York. Duncan's early years saw him moving to Freehold, New Jersey, before eventually settling in Montgomery, Illinois. After a fulfilling career, he later retired on the beautiful...
Mary Alice Schramm
Jul 16, 2025
Mary Alice Schramm, age 90, of Pass Christian, passed away on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, her home since being displaced by Hurricane Katrina.
Born on September 5, 1934, in Pass Christian to the late John and Mary Louise Saucier Ulrich, she was the oldest of two children. She attended and graduated from St. Joseph High School in Pass...
Gisela Lina Pritchett
Jul 16, 2025
Gisela Lina Pritchett, age 85, of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away on Wednesday, July 16, 2025.
Gisela was preceded in death by her husband, Willie J. Pritchett; her parents, Lina and Jakob Cenzanne; two brothers; and one sister. She is survived by her children, Rita Ann Rademacher, Rickey Jay Pritchett (Patty), and Mark Jimmy Pritchett (Shelly); her sister, Gertrude Schwappacher; her grandchildren,...
Marlene Lease
Jul 16, 2025
Marlene Lease, 73, of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away Wednesday, July 16, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is assisting the family with arrangements.
A full tribute will be posted soon.
Donald Wayne Crosby
Jul 16, 2025
Donald Wayne Crosby, a devoted husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on July 16, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi, at the age of 77, surrounded by his loving family. Born on July 23, 1947, in Great Bend, Kansas, Donald was the son of Henry Edward "H.E." and Betty Crosby, who preceded him in death. He also mourned the loss...
Michael Anthony Martorano
Jul 15, 2025
Michael Anthony Martorano, age 40, of Brandon, MS, passed away on July 15, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Jeremiah Jay Baker
Jul 15, 2025
Jeremiah Jay Baker, born on March 2, 1982, in Indiana, departed this world on July 15, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and a generous spirit. He found peace in Saucier, Mississippi, where he created cherished memories with family and friends. Jeremiah was more than just a kitchen manager for McDonald's; he was a dedicated soul who poured...
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