OBITUARIES
James Wiley Pitts
Apr 11, 2025
James (“Jim”) Wiley Pitts, 75, beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Diamondhead, Mississippi, on Friday, April 11, 2025.
Born on May 23, 1949, in Jackson, Mississippi, to Billy and Mary Helen Pitts, Jim lived a life marked by service, dedication, and creativity. A proud U.S. Army veteran, he served his country honorably during the...
Jeanette DeGroat
Apr 11, 2025
Jeanette DeGroat, 66, of Gulfport, MS passed away April 11th, 2025. A memorial service will be held at 11 AM at New Hope Baptist Church on May 17th. Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport is assisting the family.
Keron Sue McDaniel
Apr 10, 2025
Keron Sue McDaniel, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, Keron Sue McDaniel passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of faith, service, and love.
Keron was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Glyn McDaniel; her loving parents, Dudley and Jean Garriga; and her brother, Tom Garriga.
She is survived by her children, Stephanee McDaniel, Jennefer (Patrick) Taylor, James McDaniel, and Andrew...
Ignatius Catalano
Apr 10, 2025
Ignatius Catalano, a proud and dedicated veteran of the United States Navy, passed away on April 10, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi, at the age of 79. Born on May 2, 1945, in Brooklyn, New York, Ignatius was a graduate of Valley Stream Central High School, where he built a strong foundation for a life characterized by service, hard work, and...
Earle George Hare
Apr 9, 2025
Earle George Hare, 91, of Diamondhead, Mississippi, passed away on April 9, 2025.
A native of Steward, Illinois, Earle graduated from the local school system before serving two years in the U.S. Army. Following his military service, he worked for Chrysler Corporation.
Earle had a lifelong appreciation for staying active. He especially enjoyed golf, tennis, and running. Above all, he loved life...
Linda Joyce Noble Gilliland
Apr 9, 2025
Linda Noble Gilliland
August 13, 1937 – April 9, 2025
Heaven will never be the same! Linda showed up at 3:30 pm on April 9th with a half-gallon of Taaka Vodka and some choice words for her late husband, Pat, who left her for heaven 21 years ago. After sharing those choice words with Pat, there is no doubt that the reunion...
Jose Medina
Apr 8, 2025
Jose Gonzalez Medina, 91 years old, passed away on April 8, 2025, in Gulfport, MS.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Jesus and Antonia, beloved wife Carmen, brother Wilfredo Medina, sister Piringa, daughters Iris (Herbert) Lugo and Roshanara Cortes, son Irineo "Junior" Luciano, and granddaughter, Leticia Torres.
Survived by his sons, Jose E. Medina and Luis (Maria) Torres, brother Salvador...
MSgt Charles W. Boss
Apr 8, 2025
MSgt Charles W. Boss, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on April 8, 2025, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Born in Bryan, Texas, Charles proudly served in the U.S. Air Force, retiring as a Master Sergeant after a distinguished career as Personnel Superintendent. His military service was marked by numerous accolades, including the Meritorious Service Medal with one oak...
Lysle T. Roberts Sr.
Apr 7, 2025
Lysle. Roberts Sr., a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away on April 7, 2025, in Carrire, Mississippi. Born on March 5, 1946, in Ponka City, Oklahoma, Lysle lived a life full of service, adventure, and community.
Lysle dedicated many years of his career to Puckett Machinery, where he began as a diesel mechanic and worked diligently in the field...
Thomas Richard Morrison, Sr.
Apr 7, 2025
Thomas Richard Morrison, Sr., age 79 of Long Beach, passed away on Monday, April 7, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents and parents, T.C. and Betty Morrison.
Tommy is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Nona Morrison; his children, Thomas (Kathleen) Richard Morrison, Jr. and Tracy (Don) Ballard; his grandchildren, Christopher Ballard, Cindy Ballard, Elizabeth (Brock) James,...
Joel Reeves Holifield
Apr 7, 2025
Joel Reeves Holifield, 78, of Long Beach, passed away on April 7, 2025.
Joel Reeves Holifield, affectionately known as "The Friendly Bug Man," was born in Laurel to George Watson Holifield and Emma Cobb Holifield. He grew up in Biloxi and later settled in Long Beach, where he became a well-respected businessman and the owner of Rocket Pest Control. Joel served...
Betty Cook Fletcher
Apr 6, 2025
This precious soul has left this earth to receive her mansion, robe and crown. Betty Jo Cook Fletcher passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2025 at the age of 100, to join her father, Leman Atlee Cook, her mother Dicy Elva Golden Cook, and her Stepmother, Lockie Webster Cook in heaven.
Ms Betty, as she was lovingly called through the years,...
Nicholas Matthew Frontz
Apr 6, 2025
NICHOLAS MATTHEW FRONTZ
💙Nicholas M. Frontz, 23, of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away on April 6, 2025. A lifelong resident of Gulfport, Nick touched countless lives with his generous spirit, quick wit, and infectious joy.
Nick graduated from Gulfport High School in 2019, where he was an accomplished saxophone player in the school band and served as treasurer of DECA. Nick achieved the...
Tifani Jizelle Cuevas-Leon
Apr 6, 2025
Tifani Cuevas-Leon, age 23, a native of Orlando, FL, and a resident of Pass Christian, MS, passed away on April 6, 2025, leaving behind a void that words cannot begin to express. Her life, though far too short, was filled with light, creativity, laughter, and love.
Tifani was preceded in death by her beloved father, Eduardo Leon; her grandfather, Eduardo Leon,...
Quang Van Pham
Apr 6, 2025
Quang Van Pham, a dedicated commercial fisherman and cherished family man from Ocean Spring, MS, passed away on April 6, 2025. He will be remembered for his unwavering commitment to both his career and his beloved family.
Quang's life was filled with passion for, where he enjoyed only the serenity the sea but also camaraderie it brought with fishermen. Beyond his...
Dorothea Jean Bauer
Apr 5, 2025
Dorothea Jean Bauer, age 83, of Diamondhead, passed away on Saturday, April 5, 2025.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Elmore F. Bauer, Jr., and her son, David W. Bauer.
Dorothea is survived by her sons, Steve Bauer (Tammy) and Brian Bauer (Susan Mickey); her brother, Bill Capella (Rose); and her grandchildren, David, Kellie, Noah, Savannah, Jacob, Mandi, Miranda, and...
Ruth Margaret Behan Dufay
Apr 5, 2025
Ruth Margaret Behan Dufay, beloved teacher and skilled cosmetologist, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi. Born on July 30, 1936, in Los Angeles, California, Ruth’s journey through life was marked by her passions for education and creativity, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew her.
Ruth dedicated her professional life to teaching at the Cosmetology School,...
Lucius "L.D." Conn
Apr 5, 2025
Lucius “L.D.” Dudley Conn, Jr., age 83 of Pass Christian, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Saturday, April 5, 2025.
He was born in Virginia on December 4, 1941 and moved to the Coast during his childhood years. He was married to Christine Conn in 1961 and raised two daughters, Renee and Connie. Together they owned and operated Conn...
Robert James Tierney
Apr 5, 2025
Robert James Tierney, age 86, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi. Born in Newark, New Jersey, Bob grew up in Cranford, NJ, where he developed a love for basketball, playing for Cranford High School.
He is preceded in death by his parents, James Patrick Tierney and Mary Agnes Tierney.
Survivors include his two sons, James Tierney and his...
Barbara Dee Dee Sneed
Apr 4, 2025
Barbara Dee Dee Sneed, 52, of Biloxi passed away April 4th, 2025. Arrangements are private with Riemann Family Funeral Home, Biloxi assisting the family.
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