OBITUARIES
Melvin E. Austin Sr.
Mar 23, 2025
Melvin E.Austin Sr
June 30, 1947 – March 23, 2025
US Army 101st Airborne Screaming Eagles
Melvin passed away peacefully in Gulfport, MS. He was a Sargent in the US Army and proudly served the USA in the Vietnam war. Melvin was a resident of Poplarville, MS and he retired from being a contractor for over 30 years. He helped to build a...
James Brady Robinson
Mar 23, 2025
James Brady Robinson, 73, of Wiggins, MS passed away March 23rd, 2025. Arrangements are private with Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport assisting the family
Arngoun Yanee Hodges
Mar 23, 2025
Arngoun “Yanee” Yanee Hodges, a deeply devoted homemaker and cherished matriarch, passed away on March 23, 2025, Gulfport, Mississippi, leaving behind a legacy of love, resilience, and compassion. Born on April 17, 1934, in Phetchaburi, Thailand, Yanee’s life was a testament to her unwavering dedication to family and community.
Her journey began in Thailand, where she passionately cared for her children...
Virginia Lee Margiotta
Mar 23, 2025
Virginia Lee Margiotta, a devoted seamstress and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2025, in her beloved hometown of Gulfport, Mississippi, at the age of 83. Born on October 25, 1941, Virginia dedicated her life to both her craft and her family, leaving behind a legacy of hard work and unwavering dedication.
Virginia attended St. John...
Hien Quang Ngyuen
Mar 21, 2025
Hien Quang Nguyen, a dedicated and vibrant member of the Vietnamese community, passed away on March 21, 2025, at the age of 67. Born on February 29, 1960 in Phan Thiet, Vietnam, Hien was a proud graduate of high school in Vietnam before embarking on a successful career as a self-employed real estate investor.
Throughout his life, Hien was known for...
Robert C. "Lucky" Gordon
Mar 21, 2025
Robert C. “Lucky” Gordon, passed away on Friday, March 21, 2025, at the age of 72. He was born in Gulfport, MS, on June 13, 1952, and was a life-long resident of the Woolmarket community.
He was preceded in death by his father, Robert C. “Cookie” Gordon, and his mother, Jenelle King Gordon.
Lucky is survived by his devoted wife of 51...
Jimmy Leroy Dillingham
Mar 20, 2025
Jimmy Leroy Dillingham, born on April 22, 1956, in Corning, Arkansas, passed away on Thursday, March 20, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his father, Harold Dillingham; stepmother, Bea Dillingham; mother, Peggy Erline Dillingham; and his wife, Waynette Long Harrison Dillingham.
Jimmy was survived by his sons, John Hamilton and Jimmy Hamilton; stepsons, Chip Harrison (Crystal) and Chuck Harrison (Leslie); ex-wife,...
McKenzie Holland
Mar 20, 2025
McKenzie Rae-Lynn Holland, age 13 of McHenry, passed away on Thursday, March 20, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Brandy Ladner; her paternal grandfather, Billy Joe Holland; her cousin, Caleb Montgomery Hickman; her paternal great grandfather, Phillip Ray Holland; and her maternal great grandfather and great grandmother, Bennett and Frankie Pearce.
McKenzie is survived by her father, Todd Holland...
Nancy Elsworth Hall
Mar 19, 2025
Nancy Elsworth Hall, age 53, of Gulfport, passed away on March 19, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Linda Beech; her father, Tommy Elsworth; a daughter, Farren Hall; and a son, Killian Hall.
Survivors include a son, Gannon Hall; 3 siblings, Skip Elsworth (Misty), Sabrina Moran (Eric), and Scott Cornelius (Kelly); her nieces and nephews, Chase Elsworth, Dalton Fayard,...
Sharon M. Santhuff
Mar 19, 2025
Sharon M. Santhuff, age 70, of Gulfport, MS, entered into eternal rest on March 19, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is honored to serve the Santhuff family.
Karen Patty Gorline
Mar 19, 2025
Karen Patty ‘Ralphie’ Gorline, born November 4, 1960, in Southern Illinois, and a native of the Ocean Springs, MS. Community since 1978, left her earthly home on March 19, 2025, surrounded by her loving mother and very dear friends to join those who had gone before her to join them in her eternal heavenly home.
She is preceded in death by...
SMSgt Fernando E. Campa
Mar 19, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of SMSgt Fernando E. Campa, U.S. Air Force, Retired, age 81, on March 19, 2025, in Biloxi. Fernando dedicated a significant part of his life to serving his country and was a proud member of the U.S. Air Force. His commitment to service and his community will be remembered fondly...
Rita Ann Ball
Mar 19, 2025
Rita Ann (Cassidy) Ball was born December 30, 1934, in Harbor Springs, MI. Rita attended Holy Childhood of Jesus School, Harbor Springs and St. Francis Xavier in Petoskey. She graduated from Petoskey High School in 1953.
Rita was preceded in death by her loving husband of 49 years, James Ball; her parents, John and Violet Cassidy; brothers, Jack, Paul, Bernard, and...
Kenneth Dale Stickney
Mar 19, 2025
Kenneth Dale Stickney, age 94, of Gulfport, passed away on March 19, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
CW4 Wayne Houston Weeks, Sr
Mar 19, 2025
CW4 Wayne Houston Weeks, Sr, US Army, Ret, age 88, of Diamondhead, passed away on March 19, 2025.Wayne Houston Weeks, Sr., born on a farm north of Samson, AL., on April 4, 1936, to a father that was a sharecropper. He passed away on Wednesday, March 19, 2024.
He was preceded in death by his parents, David Weeks and Ethel (Carter)...
Peggy Anne Carlisle
Mar 18, 2025
Peggy Anne Carlisle, age 81, of Gulfport, passed away on March 18, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Wilfredo "Willie" Fernandez
Mar 18, 2025
Wilfredo “Willie” Fernandez, 89, a native of the Philippines and longtime resident of Gulfport, passed away on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at Select Specialty Hospital with family by his side.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Esteban and Sebastiana Fernandez, beloved daughter, Melissa Lacap Fernandez and siblings, Roberto, Gilda, Rosendo and Edeltrudes. Wilfredo is survived by his devoted children,...
Charles Halbert Delk
Mar 18, 2025
Charles Halbert Delk (Charlie), known for his friendly nature, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2025, at the remarkable age of 95.
Charlie was born in Columbus, MS on May 2, 1929. After graduating from S.D. Lee High School in Columbus with honors, he received a full scholarship from the NAVY/ROTC program and enrolled in the engineering school at Auburn University....
Benigno Raul Mederos-Aportela
Mar 18, 2025
Benigno Raul Mederos-Aportela, age 74, of Gulfport, passed away on March 18, 2025.
Benigno Raul Mederos, Born on February 13, 1951, in Central Havana Cuba. Ben was 74 years old when he went to his eternal home to be with the Lord on March 18, 2025. Due to double pneumonia and other lung complications.
He was the first beloved son of Raul...
Billie Rae Crowley
Mar 17, 2025
Billie Rae Crowley, age 91, of Diamondhead, passed away on Monday, March 17, 2025, in Biloxi.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, March 22, 2025, at 1:00 PM at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Pass Christian. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at 11:00 AM at Biloxi National Cemetery, Biloxi.
Riemann Family Funeral...
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