OBITUARIES
Carolyn Powers
Feb 26, 2025
Carolyn Sue Paulich Powers, a long-time resident of Diamondhead, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2025. Carolyn was born on March 12, 1933, in Pleasanton, Kansas. She is reunited in Heaven with her parents, Anthony and Erma Anderson Paulich; sisters, Josephine Pernot, Regina Jones, Theresa Rankin, and brother, Leo Paulich; and her beloved husband of seventy years, William Robert...
William C. Turberville
Feb 25, 2025
William C. Turberville, age 89, passed away on February 25 2025 in Gulfport, Mississippi.
He is survived by his sister, Gloria Dean Robinson and two nephews, Edward Eddins and Michael Deese.
He was a resident of Biloxi and enjoyed gardening, spending time with family, westerns on TV and slot machines at the casino.
A Celebration of Life wil be held at at later...
Prudence Cyr
Feb 25, 2025
Prudence Parker Cyr, age 94 died Tuesday, February 25, 2025, in Diamondhead, MS.
She was born July 29, 1930 in Prescott, Arkansas. After a few years of being a nurse, she met and married Louis Cyr and became a military spouse. She was a loving wife and upon Louis’s death in 2010, had shared 57 wonderful years together. She was a...
Lawson Ray Weaver
Feb 25, 2025
Lawson Ray Weaver, a beloved member of the Gulfport community, passed away on February 25, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on September 1, 1950, in Olla, LA., Lawson dedicated his life to both his family and his career in the purchasing department at Hancock Bank, where he became a cherished and friend to many.
A proud alumnus of Pearl...
Andy Alfonso, Jr.
Feb 25, 2025
Andy Joseph Alfonso, Jr., age 89, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2025. He was born on June 14, 1935, in Gulfport, MS. Andy graduated from the University of Southern Mississippi with a Masters’ degree in Banking.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Mary S. Alfonso; and his parents, Andy J. Alfonso, Sr. and Evelyn L. Alfonso.
Andy is...
John L. Coleman
Feb 25, 2025
John Lee Coleman was born in Shreveport, LA on July 29, 1951. He passed away on February 25, 2025 in Gulfport, MS., at the age of 73. In keeping with his wishes, no memorial service will be held.
John was raised in Gulfport and graduated from Gulfport East High School. He attended the University of Southern Mississippi and was a member...
Kevin Michael Billiot
Feb 24, 2025
Kevin Michael Billiot, 55, of Bay St. Louis passed away February 24, 2025. Arrangements are private with Riemann Family Funeral Home, Waveland assisting the family.
Marian Kiser Sours
Feb 24, 2025
Marian Kiser Sours, beloved educator and devoted family member, passed away on February 24, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi, at the age of 86. Born on July 18, 1938, in Charlotte, North Carolina, Marian’s life was marked by her unwavering spirit, passion for teaching, and a love for those around her.
Marian's career was a tapestry of meaningful contributions, as she enjoyed...
Richard J. Bingham
Feb 24, 2025
Richard J. Bingham, a cherished member of the Gulfport community, passed away on February 24, 2025, at the age of 80. He was born on March 18, 1944, in Alabama, and spent many years of his life dedicated to both his family and his country.
Richard had a distinguished military career, retiring as a Master Sergeant after 23 years with the...
David Carson Austin
Feb 24, 2025
David Carson Austin, born on October 25, 1977, in Biloxi, Mississippi, passed away on February 24, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi. David was a beloved member of his community and a dedicated member of the maintenance team at Centennial Plaza in Gulfport. His hard work and commitment were evident to all who had the privilege of knowing him.
He was a proud...
Wendy Lou McGinnis
Feb 23, 2025
Wendy Lou McGinnis, age 62 of Gulfport, passed away Sunday, February 23, 2025.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Orville and Gertrude Pennington; daughter, Trudy Ray Carmine-McGinnis; and sisters, Iva Kemp and Deborah Vandal.
Wendy is survived by her husband of 23 years on February 14th, Gene McGinnis; children, Jason Carmine (April), Kristan Carmine (Edwardo), and Mark McGinnis; siblings, Robert...
Dennis Guillory
Feb 23, 2025
Dennis Guillory, age 70, of Diamondhead, passed away on February 23, 2025.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Ogden and Lea Troxclair Guillory.
Dennis is survived by his wife of 40 years, Janet; and his son, Rodney Guillory (Nikki).
A native of Harahan, Louisiana, Dennis had resided in Diamondhead. He graduated with honors from Archbishop Rummel High School in 1973 and...
Charles Chris Robertson, Sr.
Feb 22, 2025
Charles Chris Robertson Sr., age 75, of Belleville IL, passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2025.
He was born on September 25, 1949, in New Orleans, LA to Edward Ray and Marguerite (Huber) Robertson. Chris was a retired Lt. Colonel in the United States Air Force. He served 33 years as an accomplished navigator while performing other various roles. He flew...
Mauretta Lesley Carter
Feb 21, 2025
Mauretta Lesley Price Carter, (also known as “Murphy” to many of her friends), of Woolmarket, MS, passed away on February 21, 2025, at the age of 66 surrounded by her family and special friends.
Mauretta was born on September 4, 1958, in Ipswich, England, (due to being a military brat), but was a lifelong resident of the Coast. She was a...
Richard Lyon
Feb 21, 2025
Richard Matthew Lyon, aged 80, of Pass Christian, MS, on February 21, 2025. Richard, a retired SMSgt of the United States Air Force, peacefully passed away surrounded by his loving family.
Richard is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Linda Lyon; his children Rick (Teresa), Sean (Mileah), Todd (Julia), and David (Petchie); his beloved grandchildren Chris, Nate, Nick, Kayla,...
Shirley Anne Van Court
Feb 21, 2025
Shirley Anne Todaro Van Court of Pass Christian, MS passed away peacefully surrounded by her family in Diamondhead, MS on February 21, 2025, at the age of 88. Born in Shreveport, LA on February 20, 1937.
Shirley married the love of her life, the late Robert (Rip) Van Court in 1955 and they were able to celebrate 64 years together before...
Ryan Edward Graham
Feb 20, 2025
Ryan E. Graham, a beloved son, father, brother, and friend, passed away on February 20, 2025, in Biloxi, Mississippi, at the age of 43. Born on December 26, 1981, in Oakville, Washington, Ryan spent the early years of his life in Oakville and later in Centralia, WA, before relocating to Biloxi two years ago.
Ryan was a man of many passions....
Nathaniel W. Gadson
Feb 20, 2025
Nathaniel W. Gadson, born on August 8, 1938, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, passed away peacefully into the arms of his Lord on February 20, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi. He lived a life marked by dedication, both to his family and to his profession, creating an enduring legacy that will be cherished forever.
Nathaniel beautifully blended his passions and skills, starting his...
Muriel Ruth Oehler Vogle
Feb 20, 2025
Muriel Ruth Oehler Vogle, 90, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 20, 2025.
Muriel was born in Biloxi, MS on August 12, 1934. She graduated from Biloxi High School, where she participated in the band. She then attended Perkinston Junior College, where she met the love of her life, Calvin E. Vogle. They were married on July...
Nell Reynolds
Feb 19, 2025
Nell Reynolds, age 97, of Ocean Springs, MS passed away February 19, 2025.
Services are private with Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport assisting the family.
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