OBITUARIES

Herman Watts, Jr.

Dec 6, 2019

Herman Watts, age 88 of Long Beach, MS, peacefully went to be with his heavenly father on November29, 2019, at Memorial Hospital, Gulfport, MS, with his loving family by his side.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Herman Lee Watts Sr. and Mable Harris Watts; his brother, James (Jimmy) Dale Watts; and his brother in...

Roberta Sizemore

Dec 6, 2019

Roberta Sizemore, age 85, of Gulfport, peacefully passed on to heaven on Friday, December 6, 2019, leaving behind her six children, four step-children, four grandchildren, eleven step grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, six step great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren.

Born in Wisconsin June 1934, she moved to the Gulf Coast in 1967 with her husband Melvin W. Hanson...

Edward Dougherty

Dec 6, 2019

Edward “Ed” Michael Dougherty, age 72, of Pearlington, passed away on Friday, December 6, 2019 peacefully at his home.

He was preceded in death by his father, Francis William Dougherty, Sr.; wife, Patricia Woods Dougherty;  his mother, Marion Ryan Dougherty; his sisters, Sharon Dougherty and Patricia Dougherty; and his brothers, William Dougherty, Jr., Dennis Dougherty and Gerald...

Barbara Necaise

Dec 5, 2019

Barbara Jane Necaise, age 65, passed away on December 5, 2019 in Kiln, MS.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Stanley Joseph Cameron and Verina Veronica Ladner Cameron; brother, Stanley J. Cameron; sisters, Geraldine Necaise, Bernice Ladner, Charlene Cameron; and her son, Ron Keith Necaise.

She leaves behind her beloved husband of 45...

Ellis Lizana, Jr.

Dec 4, 2019

Ellis Vincent Lizana, Jr., age 77, of Gulfport, passed away on Wednesday, December 4, 2019.

RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 11280 Three Rivers Road, Gulfport, is serving the family.

Charlotte Peterson

Dec 4, 2019

Charlotte Ann Peterson, of Pass Christian, was called home to be with the Lord December 4th, 2019, at the young age of 67.

Charlotte is now reunited with her loved ones, father, Charlie O. Cuevas, mother, Nolia Mary Cuevas, and brothers, Gerald (PeeWee) Cuevas, Danny Cuevas and Charles (CJ) Cuevas. She is survived by her 4 children, Katrina Jordan,...

Crystal Wilhite

Dec 4, 2019

Crystal Lanette Wilhite, age 48, of Gulfport, passed away Wednesday, December 4, 2019. Funeral arrangements are pending at this time. RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, Gulfport is serving the family.

Catherine Graves

Dec 4, 2019

Catherine Yvonne Graves, age 54, passed away on Wednesday, December 4, 2019.

RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 11280 Three Rivers Road, Gulfport, is serving the family.

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Diane Punzo

Dec 3, 2019

Diane Phyllis Punzo, age 68, passed away on December 3, 2019, after a five-month battle with Leukemia.

Diane was born on November 10, 1951, in Louisville, Kentucky to George and Phyllis Manemann.

On July 31, 1971, Diane married the love of her life and her best friend, Charles N. Punzo, who lovingly and compassionately provided...

Lovell Geiger

Dec 2, 2019

Lovell Shaw Geiger, age 86, of the Lyman community, passed away Monday, December 2, 2019. Lovell was born and raised in the Lizana community in Harrison County and was a member of Saint Joseph Church on Depew Road in Gulfport. She lived for many years in the Lyman community with her husband, Darrell. She was a seamstress by trade, but...

Patricia "Doan" Lerch

Dec 1, 2019

Patricia (Doan) Lerch, age 73, of Bay St. Louis, passed away on Sunday, December 1, 2019.

Patricia Roche Doan Lerch, was the eldest of six daughters, born in Blue bell, PA,  in 1946, following the end of WW2.  Both parents were U.S.Army vets, her mother being a trained nurse, and father a reconnaissance pilot for the Army...

Karen Davis

Nov 30, 2019

Karen Lynn Davis, age 73, of Biloxi, left this life to go dance with the angels on November 30, 2019.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Virda Mallett Davis; and brother, Kenneth Larry Davis.

She is survived by two her sisters, Vida Rhoton and Cheryl Lively; son, Ray Kuns (Jerri Beth); daughter, Rene...

Louis King, Jr.

Nov 30, 2019

Louis Edward King, Jr., age 68, of Escatawpa, passed away on November 30, 2019.

He was preceded in death by a son, Louis Edward King, III; his parents, Louis Edward King, Sr. and Lorine King; and a special cousin, Vernon King.

He is survived by his children, Tanya Gipson (Chris) and Angela Grosso (Shane); 3...

Thomas Wedgeworth

Nov 30, 2019

Thomas H. Wedgeworth, age 51 of Gulfport, passed away on November 30, 2019.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles K. Wedgeworth, Sr. and Dora E. Wedgeworth; a nephew, Michael K. Burns; and a brother, Charles K. Wedgeworth, Jr.

Thomas is survived by his daughters, Britain and Bailey Wedgeworth of Gulfport; sister, Sherry...

Lora Ladner

Nov 30, 2019

Lora Jean Ladner, age 71, of Gulfport, passed away on Saturday, November 30, 2019.

She was a life-long resident of Gulfport and attended and graduated from St. John Catholic schools and she was a member of St. John Catholic Church. She retired after 25 years from the Department of Human Services. Ms. Ladner enjoyed spending time with...

Gene Rogers, Sr.

Nov 29, 2019

Gene Joseph Rogers, Sr., age 87, of Pass Christian, passed away on November 29, 2019.

He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Rogers; his mother, Arcelle Ladner; a twin brother, Eugene “Nonnie” Rogers; and a sister, Helen Ague.

Survivors include his loving wife, Kathy Rogers; his children, Gene Rogers, Jr. (Tina), Jim Rogers,...

Jo Dykes

Nov 29, 2019

Jo Lois Dykes, age 80, passed away on Friday, November 29, 2019 in Long Beach. A memorial service will be held at a later date. RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOMES, Long Beach served the family.

John O'Brien

Nov 29, 2019

John Patrick O’Brien, age 73, a native of Cleveland, OH, and resident of Diamondhead, MS passed away peacefully at home on Friday, November 29, 2019.

He was preceded in death by his parents, John Martin O’Brien and Clara Mary O’Brien; and his sister, Patricia Stevens.

John is survived by his wife, Eileen M. O’Brien; children,...

Florence Cuevas

Nov 27, 2019

Florence "Flossie"  Ellen Cuevas, age 73, of Kiln, Mississippi, passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2019.

To most people Florence was better known as Flossie. With her outgoing tell it like it is personality, everyone that was fortunate enough to cross paths with her was sure to love her. Whether you called her Florence, Flossie, Mrs. Cuevas, Mom,...

Joseph Brown

Nov 27, 2019

Joseph Sumner Brown, Jr., age 89, of Gulfport, passed away on November 27, 2019.

He was born in Zanesville, OH, on July 4, 1930 to the late Joseph Sumner Brown, Sr. and Ruth Caliman Brown.  Joseph entered into the USAF in July of 1951 and served into July of 1955.  On July 3, 1955, he married Catherine...