OBITUARIES
Richard Allen Eckert Sr.
Jul 7, 2025
Richard "Dick" Allen Eckert Sr., 90, of Ocean Springs passed away on July 7, 2025.
Dick was born on April 16, 1935 at Fort Lewis, Washington. He came from a military family. He graduated from Jesuit High School in New Orleans in 1954 and from the University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg, Mississippi.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Col....
Michael Guidry
Jul 6, 2025
Michael Guidry, age 69, of Picayune, passed away on July 6, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Jesse Darryl Tate
Jul 6, 2025
Jesse Darryl Tate, age 83, passed away on July 6, 2025 in Ocean Springs.
Darryl was born and raised in Denham Springs, Louisiana.
He was a husband and soulmate since 1983 to his wife, Patti Tate, a brother to JL Tate (deceased), Ronnie Tate (deceased), Jerry Tate and Ted Tate. Darryl was also a father to Darryl Alan Tate of Georgia, Robert...
Cassandra Lynn Threadgill
Jul 5, 2025
Cassandra Lynn Threadgill, age 36, of Perkinston, passed away on July 5, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
John Anthony Bullock
Jul 5, 2025
John Anthony Bullock, known affectionately to all as Johnny, was a man who lived life with the same vigor with which a fisherman casts his line - with hope, a touch of skill, and a whole lot of tales to tell. Born on December 17, 1958, in the quaint town of LaPlace, Johnny set out to make a splash in...
Cathy Ann Oser
Jul 5, 2025
Cathy Ann Oser Godard, 77, of Gulfport, MS, passed away on July 5, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was born November 20, 1947, in Alexandria, Louisiana. Cathy was a 1965 graduate of Picayune High School. She earned her Bachelor's degree in Education in 1969 and her Master's degree in Education in 1975, both from the University of Southern...
Reginald Wayne Richards
Jul 3, 2025
Reginald Wayne Richards, age 93, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2025, in Pascagoula, Mississippi. He was known fondly to friends and family as Reg, Reggie, or Tang.
Born in St. Martin, Mississippi, Reggie was the son of Elmer Joseph Richards, Sr. and Pansy Sticher Richards. He served honorably in the United States Navy during the Korean War era.
Following his military...
Marlin Keith Ladner
Jul 3, 2025
Marlin Keith “Buck” Ladner, age 71, of Saucier, passed away on July 3, 2025.
Born in Gulfport to Herman and Eunice Cuevas Ladner, Marlin was a lifelong welder known for his love of hunting, fishing, and cooking chicken on his homemade grill. He brought humor and sarcasm to every conversation — if you asked what he was up to or what...
Tais Michelle Jenkins
Jul 2, 2025
Tais Michelle Jenkins, born on December 29, 1982, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2025, in D'Iberville, Mississippi. She was a beloved daughter, sister, wife, and mother whose warmth and vivacity left an indelible mark on the lives of those she touched.
Tais was the cherished daughter of the late Larry Jenkins and Quilcene "Jetta" Jenkins, whose unwavering support and love...
Douglas Paul Landry
Jul 2, 2025
Douglas Paul Landry, 62, of Disputanta, VA passed away July 2nd, 2025. Arrangements are private with Riemann Family Funeral Home, Waveland assisting the family.
Lawrence Mayman
Jul 2, 2025
Lawrence Mayman, 64, of Gulfport passed away July 2, 2025. Larry was raised in Springfield, Virginia and Cherry Hill, New Jersey. He spent most of his adult life in Centreville, Virginia. He then resided in Edgewater Florida and Gulfport Mississippi.
He graduated in 1983 from American University in Washington D.C.
Larry was predeceased by his father Jerry Mayman and Mother Barbara Marshak...
Albert Taylor
Jul 2, 2025
Albert Lee Taylor, 78, a decorated U.S. Navy Vietnam veteran and devoted family man, completed his earthly journey on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, and was joyfully reunited with his beloved sister, the late Mary Louise Taylor Brazzel, who preceded him in death. And also preceding him in death are his parents, Olney Alton Taylor and Mary Lee Taylor; and by...
Grady G. Baggett, Jr.
Jul 2, 2025
Grady Baggett, Jr., age 96, a longtime resident of Biloxi, MS, passed away on July 2, 2025.
Born on October 26, 1928, to Grady and Myrtle Baggett of Blackman, FL, Grady (fondly known as “Junior” by his close family) spent his early years working on the family farm. After graduating from Escambia Farms School in 1948, he enlisted in the U.S....
Germaine "Jude" Matulewski
Jul 1, 2025
Germaine "Jude" Matulewski, 25, of Picayune, MS and New Orleans, LA passed away July 1, 2025. A celebration of her life will be held July 19th, 2025 at her father's house. Riemann Family Funeral Home, Waveland is assisting the family.
Howard George Olsen
Jul 1, 2025
Howard George Olsen, born on April 3, 1946, peacefully departed this life on July 1, 2025, at the age of 79. With a legacy filled with love and unwavering spirit, Howard was a remarkable man whose presence touched the lives of many throughout his journey.
A proud veteran, Howard served in the military before embarking on a diverse career that included...
Kathleen Jean Bender
Jul 1, 2025
Kathleen Jean Bender, age 72, of Ocean Springs, passed away on July 1, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Margaret Earline O'Shields
Jul 1, 2025
Margaret Earline O'Shields, a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2025, in Pass Christian, surrounded by her family. Born on February 26, 1935, in Hancock County, she lived a fulfilling life dedicated to her family and her community.
Margaret was a devoted homemaker, creating a warm and nurturing environment for her loved ones....
Helen L. Phillips
Jun 30, 2025
Helen Louise Phillips died peacefully at the age of 98 the morning of June 30,2025, in Aurora, Colorado.
Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Phillips Sr.; her parents, Ottoway and Bessie Moody; her sister, Joan Moore; a son-in-law, Randy Wedgeworth; and her granddaughter, Melissa Wedgeworth.
She is survived by her three children, her daughters, Jo Ellen Reid (Pat) and...
Kerry "Sam" Searcy
Jun 30, 2025
Kerry “Sam” Searcy, passed away on Monday, June 30, 2025, in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, at the age of 73. Born on August 4, 1951, in Mississippi, Sam left an indelible mark on everyone he encountered.
A proud graduate of Harrison Central High School, Sam channeled his talents and hard work into his career as the owner and operator of A &...
Pat Cuevas
Jun 30, 2025
Rodney Patrick "Pat" Cuevas, age 58, passed away Monday, June 30, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ora and Julia Cuevas; and his unborn child.
Pat is survived by his loving wife, Cynthia "Sam" Cuevas; daughter, Brandy (Joey) Necaise; son, Bransan (Trista) Cuevas; grandchildren, Brendan Necaise, Braelyn Necaise, Adalyn Cuevas, and Kylie Cuevas; siblings, Melanie Dedeaux (Steve), Ora “Buddy”...
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