OBITUARIES
Melissa McLean
Dec 12, 2024
Sadly, we announce the passing of Melissa Dawn Wilson McLean, 53, of Ocean Springs, MS, who went to be with Jesus on December 12, 2024. She was born on July 7, 1971, in Biloxi, MS, she was the daughter of Willie Wilson and Mary Ann Stevenson Kisner.
Melissa was known for her kindness, compassion, unwavering love for family and friends and...
Wayne McBride
Dec 12, 2024
Alfred “Wayne” McBride, 76 of Vancleave passed away on December 12, 2024 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born on March 3, 1948 in Hattiesburg to the late Alfred & Daisy McBride. Wayne is preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Fredrick “Freddy” McBride.
Wayne graduated from Moss Point High School. After graduation he started working...
Robin Grigsby Blackmon
Dec 11, 2024
Robin G Blackmon, age 67, of Gulfport, MS, passed away on Wednesday December 11, 2024, in Gulfport, MS. She was born in New Albany, MS to Robert and Miriam Grigsby, and raised in Hattiesburg, MS until she moved to the Coast.
Robin was preceded in death by her husband Donald Ray Blackmon Sr., her parents Robert ‘Bob” and Miriam Grigsby, and...
Lonnie G. Necaise
Dec 11, 2024
Lonnie G. Necaise “The Locksmith” age 83, of Pass Christian, passed away on December 11, 2024, in Diamondhead, MS.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Alphonse and Estelle Necaise; 14 brothers; and 2 sisters.
Mr. Necaise is survived by his 4 sons, Shannon Necaise (Penny), Lonnie Necaise (Kristy), Chris Necaise (Stefani), and Stephen Necaise; his daughter, Ashley Skaggs (Josh); his...
Theresa Ann Whitley
Dec 10, 2024
Theresa Ann Whitley, age 68 of Biloxi, passed away on December 10, 2024.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles W. Newhouse and Gloris A. Allen.
Theresa is survived by her children, Shannon L. Adipietro (Joseph) and Bryan V. Guthrie (Virgie) all of Jacksonville, FL; her siblings, Evie Epler (Stan), Donald Newhouse, of Davisville, WV, James Newhouse (Candy) of Tabernacle,...
Izabellaa Ann-Lynne Rodriguez
Dec 10, 2024
Izabellaa Ann-Lynne Rodriguez, gained her angel wings on Tuesday, December 10, 2024.
She is dancing in the sky surrounded by loved ones who passed before her and forever looking over the ones she left behind.
She survived by her parents Jasmine Gardache and Joshua Rodriguez; her brother Ethann Rodriguez; her Nonna, Brittany Campbell; Peepaw, Jonathan Campbell; her Aunt Gwendolyn Gardache; Funcle, Noah...
Cainan Lee Cooper
Dec 10, 2024
Cainan Lee Cooper, passed peacefully in the arms of his daddy on December 10th, 2024. He was born at 12:34 a.m. and met the eyes of Jesus at 5:36 p.m. the same day.
He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Debbie Ann Brooks; and his great-grandparents, Lavon Smith, Kathy Snow, John Calvin Brooks, Sr. and Gladys Brooks.
He is survived by...
Frances Wren
Dec 10, 2024
(Elinor) Frances Wren, age 87, of Long Beach, MS, passed away on December 10, 2024.
She was born on November 23, 1937, in Vicksburg, MS to the late Thomas Wilkerson and Lynn (née Miller) Wilkerson. Fran was one of the kindest, the most loving, and the most caring person that anyone could ever hope to meet. Fran was preceded in death...
Brooks James Ferrell
Dec 9, 2024
Brooks James Ferrell. Born and passed away on December 9th, 2024.
He is deeply cherished and loved by his parents Wesley Ferrell and Chelsea Miller, his siblings Ainsleigh, Oliver, and Henry, his grandparents Jennifer and Charlie Glenn, Charmaine Hall, and Michael Leonard, his uncles Thomas Ferrell, John Leonard (Emma), Charles Brandon Glenn (Jess), and Joseph Glenn, and great grandparents Vetter Taylor...
John Russell Hall
Dec 9, 2024
John Russell Hall, age 81, resident of Gulfport, passed away Monday, December 9, 2024.
He was born in Jasper, TX to Frank and Edna Mae Hall. He attended Little Cypress High School, where he was an outstanding running back in the state of Texas. He graduated from Lamar University with a degree in Industrial Engineering. While in college, he worked for...
Walter John Zilke, Jr.
Dec 9, 2024
Walter John Zilke, Jr., age 69, passed away on December 9, 2024. Born on April 4, 1955, in Boston, MA, to Walter John Zilke, Sr. and Margaret Christine Noble Zilke, Walter spent the last 60 years as a cherished resident of the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Walter dedicated 36 years of his career to Gulf Coast Prestress, in Pass Christian, retiring in...
Hannah Elizabeth Rewis
Dec 9, 2024
Our beautiful daughter, Hannah Elizabeth Rewis, was called to her Heavenly home on December 9, 2024, after her courageous battle at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. In the prime of her life at 30 years old, she leaves behind an absolutely shattered family, who are distraught and tear-stained versions of their former selves. Hannah didn't have a bad side....
Mildred "Lou Lou" Louise Ladner
Dec 9, 2024
Mildred "Lou Lou" Louise Ladner, a beloved daughter, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully in Gulfport on December 9, 2024, at the age of 57. Born on September 15, 1967, in Gulfport, MS.
She spent her formative years embracing the joys of family and community, which played an integral part in shaping the generous spirit that defined her. Lou Lou was...
Chaz Ryan Savoy
Dec 9, 2024
Chaz Ryan Savoy, age 32, resident of Picayune, passed away on December 9, 2024.
He was born in Gretna to Edward Lee Savoy, Jr. and Karen Ann Rodriguez Savoy. Chaz was diagnosed with Muscular Dystrophy as a child and was determined to live his life to the fullest. From fishing to deer hunting to offshore boating, he did whatever he wanted...
Marvin "Handlebar" Henry Blanton, Jr.
Dec 8, 2024
Marvin "Handlebar Henry" Blanton, Jr. passed away on December 8, 2024, in Long Beach, leaving behind a legacy of joy, creativity, and resilience. Born to Marvin and Betty Ann Fuller Blanton in Laurel, MS.
Handlebar Henry was a proud graduate of Gulfport East High School in 1970. He faced significant challenges in his life, most notably the loss of his home...
Sydney Irene Roberts
Dec 8, 2024
Sydney Irene Roberts, 75 of Gulfport passed away on December 13, 2024 at her residence. She was born on November 2, 1949 in New Orleans, LA to the late William & Freda Fink. She is preceded in death by her loving husband of 52 years Quitman Carly Roberts III; parents, brother, William Fink Jr.; and niece Catherine Tomasich.
Sydney graduated from...
Thomas Alan Sondgeroth
Dec 8, 2024
Thomas Alan Sondgeroth, age 60, of Gulfport, passed away on December 8, 2024.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Lavada Holloway
Dec 8, 2024
Lavada Holloway a devoted mother, cherished grandmother, loving great-grandmother and, a beloved seamstress, passed away peacefully, December 8, 2024, in Gautier, Mississippi. Born on December 11, 1934, in Dunklin, Missouri, Lavada lived a life full of warmth, love, and creativity. She proudly earned her GED in 1990, demonstrating her belief in lifelong learning and personal growth.
In her professional life, Lavada...
Jackson Prentiss "Jackie" Smith, Jr.
Dec 8, 2024
Jackson P. “Jackie” Smith, Jr, age 80, passed away on December 8, 2024.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Kathy Varnado Smith; his son, Jackson Smith, III; and his parents: Jackson P. Smith & Ivy Cullinane Smith.
Mr. Smith is survived by a daughter, Julie Smith Ritten and her husband, Jon Ritten; two granddaughters, Kendall Ritten Jensen (Austin) of...
Dennis Martin McGuff
Dec 7, 2024
Dennis Martin McGuff, a beloved husband, father, stepfather, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on December 7, 4, in Gulfport, Mississippi, at the age of 77. Born on September 20, 1947, in Indianapolis, Indiana, Dennis lived a life devoted to family, career, and his passions, especially accounting and photography.
Dennis pursued his education with determination, earning an Associates Degree, which laid the...
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