OBITUARIES
Ola Dell Phillips
Jun 9, 2025
Ola Dell “Sweetie” Phillips, age 71, passed away on June 9, 2025, in Gulfport, MS. She was born in Gulfport and had lived in Long Beach since 2019.
She was a talented cook who expressed love through food. She enjoyed gardening, traveling, storytelling, and had a great sense of humor.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Elbert Phillips; parents, William...
Shannon Elizabeth Hernandez
Jun 9, 2025
Shannon Elizabeth Miller Hernandez, age 58, of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on June 9, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Long Beach, MS, Shannon was a devoted mother, grandmother, daughter, and friend. She dedicated her life to her family and faith as a homemaker and nurturer to all who knew her.
Shannon had a deep love for crafts, ceramics,...
David Hunter Lauten
Jun 8, 2025
David Hunter Lauten, age 71, of Gulfport, MS, passed away Monday, June 8, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is assisting the family with arrangements.
Cathie L Ownbey
Jun 8, 2025
On June 8, 2025, Cathie Lorraine Ownbey (b. Sept. 21, 1940) was reunited with her beloved husband, Henry David, and her oldest son, Randy, in Heaven. Once she catches up with the family and friends who had been waiting there for her, Cathie will join Henry and Randy in watching over their loved ones still on Earth: their son, Eric;...
Ruban Hayes, Jr.
Jun 7, 2025
Ruban Hayes, Jr., born on March 3, 1959, in Biloxi, Mississippi, passed away on Saturday, June 7, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi, at the age of 66. He lived a life rich with experiences, shaped by his love for family and friends, as well as his passion for various hobbies.
Ruban had a fulfilling career in retail sales merchandising. His dedication to...
Bobbie Jean Bowman
Jun 7, 2025
Bobbie Jean Bowman, age 92, from the Dedeaux Community, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 7th, surrounded by the legacy she built—a family rooted in love, laughter, and grace.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Jimmy Bowman; 2 children, Cindy Bludworth and Kristy Wise; 4 siblings, Laverne Brogdon, Helen Ladner, Hilda Bennett, and Otis Bud Brogdon; and a son-in-law,...
Grace Elkins Pierce
Jun 7, 2025
Helen Grace Elkins Pierce peacefully joined her beloved husband, Peter, in the eternal presence of God early in the morning of June 7, 2025. She transitioned to eternity while asleep in her bed in her home in Helena, MS, where she and Peter raised their children and spoiled their grandchildren and great-grandchildren (who called her Mawmaw).
Born on November 8, 1939,...
Ricky W. Spring, Jr.
Jun 6, 2025
Ricky W. Spring, Jr., age 44, of Ocean Springs, passed away on Friday, June 6, 2025.
Ricky was preceded in death by his grandparents, Frank and Patricia Spring, and William J. and Ernestine Lyons; his step-grandmother, Virginia Lyons; his uncles, Frank Spring, Jr. and Kevin Spring; and his aunt, Carol Layne.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 10 years, Brooke...
Linda Mary Grigg
Jun 6, 2025
Linda Mary Griggs, age 64, of Gulfport, MS, passed away Friday, June 6, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, of Gulfport, is honored to be assisting the family.
James Emile Haik
Jun 6, 2025
James Emile Haik, known to all as “Jimmy,” passed away peacefully on June 6, 2025, in Lafayette, LA. He lived in Long Beach, Mississippi, the town he proudly called home, for his entire life. He was a devoted husband, father, brother, grandfather, and friend.
Born to Emile Michel Haik and Olga Shamis Haik, Jimmy grew up surrounded by extended family and...
David Michael Yutzy
Jun 6, 2025
David Michael Yutzy, age 63, of Pass Christian, passed away on Friday, June 6, 2025.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Mary Yutzy, and his sister, Connie.
David is survived by his wife of 25 years, Aleta Brown Yutzy; his son, Michael Jacob Yutzy; and his brothers, Richard Yutzy and Ray Yutzy.
He was employed by Bridgehouse Recovery Center...
Judge Jerry O. Terry, Sr.
Jun 6, 2025
Judge Jerry Owen Terry, Sr
Sunrise: April 16, 1934 Sunset: June 6, 2025
With deep love and reverence, we announce the passing of Jerry O. Terry, Sr., a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather and respected judge.
Jerry O. Terry was born in Clear Branch, Mississippi on April 16, 1934 to Joe Walter Terry and Edith Neal Terry. He passed away peacefully...
Jenny Lynn Green
Jun 6, 2025
Jenny Lynn Green, age 52, passed away on June 6, 2025, in Ocean Springs, Mississippi.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Denise Doucet; grandparents, Peggy and George Doucet; and aunt, Michelle Godwin.
She is survived by her husband, Jack E. Green Jr.; her children, Paige Joyner, Garrison Murphy, and Emma Green; daughter-in-law, Brittany Ahlberg Brady; and grandchildren, Lilly Joyner, Jack...
William Braxton Dellenger
Jun 5, 2025
On June 5, 2025, the Ms. Gulf Coast lost one of its lifelong natives of Biloxi. William Braxton “Bill” Dellenger passed away in Ocean Springs, MS at 83 years of age.
Bill grew up on Santini Street in Biloxi, close to Porter Ave. in downtown Biloxi. He was a graduate of Biloxi High School; he joined the United States Navy and...
Deronda "Dee" Lee Greer
Jun 5, 2025
Deronda "Dee" Lee Greer, born on December 3, 1941, in Barnesville, Ohio, passed away on June 5, 2025, in Biloxi, Mississippi. She was a cherished member of her family and will be fondly remembered by all who knew her.
She moved to Sarasota, Florida with her first husband, Donald Bailey from Ohio until she ultimately made her home in Gulfport, Mississippi...
Asterio Acuna Armada
Jun 5, 2025
Asterio Acuna Armada, age 84, passed away on June 5, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi. He was preceded in death by his parents, Eugenio and Macaria Acuna Armada, and his brothers, Franco and Edgardo Armada.
He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Virginia Angeles Armada; his daughter, Arlene Armada Manalo; his sister, Erlicita Armada; and his grandsons, Jason and Matthew...
James "Jim" William DeMarco
Jun 4, 2025
Sgt. James William DeMarco, Jr., resident of Mobile, AL., and long-time member of the Harrison County Sheriff Department, passed away peacefully in Mobile, AL at the age of 63 on June 4, 2025.
Jim is preceded in death by his parents, James William and Elaine Carter DeMarco. He is survived by his devoted and loving children, Lauren McKenzie DeMarco and James...
Daniel Paul Wathen
Jun 3, 2025
Paul Daniel Wathen, age 33, of Pearlington, MS, passed away Tuesday, June 3, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is assisting the family with arrangements.
Dennis Michael Livengood
Jun 3, 2025
Dennis Michael Livengood, born on January 26, 1947, in Harrison Township, Ohio, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi. He was a dedicated mechanic known for his skillful hands and strong work ethic.
Dennis had a love for the great outdoors, enjoying fishing and frequently casting nets from the harbor. He also cherished hunting, spending many hours in...
Mary Kate Moore Platts
Jun 3, 2025
Mary Kate Moore Platts, age 93, of Gulfport, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, June 3, 2025.
Born in Memphis, TN, Mary Kate was delivered to her parents in Hattiesburg, MS at seven weeks old. At an early age, her family moved to Gulfport, where she would live the rest of her life. She was a class of 1949 graduate...
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