OBITUARIES

Aug 20, 2016

Adam Blake Byerly, age 40, passed away on August 20, 2016, in Fairhope, Alabama.He was preceded in death by his father, William L. (Bill) Byerly Jr., grandparents, William L. (Bud) Byerly, Sr., Syble Smith Byerly., Ples Booth, and Rita Moye Booth Hall.Survivors include his wife, Rachel, children, Dustin Lee Byerly, Harleigh Ann Byerly, Kayleigh Blake Byerly, Daniel Jacob Alexander, Erin...

Aug 20, 2016

Mr. Oliver, age 90, passed away August 20, 2016; Graveside Service 2:30 PM, Friday, 9/2/2016, Biloxi National Cemetery; RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, Gulfport is serving the family. Service SEP 2. 02:30 PM Biloxi National Cemetery 400 Veterans Avenue Biloxi, MS, US, 39531 Interment Biloxi National Cemetery 400 Veterans Avenue Biloxi, MS, 39531

Aug 20, 2016

Peggy Lynn Graham Sappington, age 69, passed away August 20, 2016.She was preceded in death by her husband, Finis Russell Sappington; her parents, Armol and Hazel Graham; and a brother, Kenneth Graham.Peggy is survived by her children, Jeffrey Wayne (Melinda) Sappington of Pass Christian, MS, John Russell (Shonda) Sappington of Mt. Vernon, MO, and Jennifer Lynn (E.J.) Singley of Gulfport,...

Aug 20, 2016

James E. ""Jim"" Baughman, age 83, of Gulfport, MS, passed away on August 20, 2016. He was born on April 11, 1933 in Poplarville, MS to James K. and Velma Baughman. He was a graduate of Gulfport High School and was a Class of 1959 graduate from Mississippi State University. He also served in the US Navy. He retired as...

Aug 19, 2016

Chong Ok (Oggie) Martin, 78, passed away to be by the side of her Lord Savior Jesus Christ with her family and friends near her side on Aug. 19, 2016, at her home in Vancleave, MS. Born in 1938 in Pohang, South Korea, Chong made the United States her home in 1971 where she started her studies to become a...

Aug 19, 2016

Mr. William R. ""Bill"" Morgan"", age 75, passed away on Friday, August 19, 2016 in Woolmarket.He is preceded in death by his parents, Elbert Crayton Morgan and Emma Crawford Morgan, and his aunt, Loretta Crawford Letort.His survivors include his beloved wife of 54 years Gloria Lucille Rushing Morgan; his two children, Cheryl Morgan and her husband Mike Stein, Richard Morgan...

Aug 18, 2016

Aug 18, 2016

Betty Carolyn ""Carol"" Duval, age 71 passed away in Biloxi on Thursday, August 18, 2016. She was a lifetime resident of Biloxi and St. Martin, and a graduate of Biloxi High School. Carol loved to crochet and was of the Catholic Faith. She is preceded in death by her father, Polite Short; her mother, Gussie Short; and her brother Mack...

Aug 18, 2016

John Edward Baxter, age 72, of Diamondhead, passed away on August 18, 2016.He was born in New Orleans, LA, and was a lifelong resident of the coast. He was the current Director of Engineering at Memorial Hospital at Gulfport where he has worked for 28 years. Mr. Baxter was an avid Saints fan and he enjoyed sampling local fare.He was...

Aug 18, 2016

Mrs. Opal Margaret Blaylock Ishee, 81 years old, went to be with her Lord and Savior on August 18, 2016 in her home surrounded by her family. Mrs. Ishee was born in Sumner, MS. Mrs. Ishee moved to the Coast in 1976 and has been a resident of McHenry, MS since 1996.Mrs. Ishee was preceded in death by her husband...

Aug 18, 2016

Beatrice ""Dina"" Edwards Hester, age 61, went to be with her Lord and Savior on August 18, 2016 at 4:30 pm at Ocean Springs Hospital.Dina loved life! She could always be found outside whether it was messing with her flowers, going to the beach, or shrimping. She will be greatly missed by so many.She was preceded in death by her...

Aug 18, 2016

age 61, passed away on Aug. 18,2016 in Ocean Springs. RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, Lemoyne Blvd & Washington Ave., is serving the family. www.riemannfamily.com

Aug 18, 2016

Muriel Maxine Mitchell Necaise of Pass Christian, went to see her Lord on August, 18 2016 after a long battle with cancer. Muriel is survived by her loving husband of 66 years, Leamon Necaise. Leamon and Muriel were married on March 18, 1950. She was born in Kiln, MS, on October 11, 1933. She was the sixth of 10 children...

Aug 18, 2016

Carmi Antonio Mirenda, age 72, passed away Thursday, August 18, 2016 in Biloxi. Mr. Mirenda, a native of Ohio, was an Electrical Engineer retired from General Motors. He had a quick wit, and was a joke teller. He was a member of MENSA, and loved motorcycles. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lora Mirenda, and his parents, Lawrence...

Aug 17, 2016

Kathy Simpson, age 60, passed away Wednesday, August 17, 2016.""Yesterday, as the last of the sunlight faded from the sky, in the art that only God can create, at exactly 7:49 p.m. I joined the Army of God. While on this plain with you, I lived my life to the best of my ability. I loved as Jesus led me...

Aug 17, 2016

Ruby Cuevas, 64, of Perkinston, MS, passed away Wednesday, August 17, 2016 in Slidell, LA.Mrs. Cuevas was preceded in death by her parents, Kenneth Saxon & Flossie Mae Blanchard; foster parents, Houston & Lugenia Ladner; brothers, Jerry Saxon, Earl Dean Saxon and Kenneth W. Saxon; and sister, Shirley Broussard.Survivors include her husband of 46 years, Harlan Cuevas of Necaise Crossing,...

Aug 17, 2016

David ""Dave"" Joseph Jacobson, age 43, of Pass Christian, passed away Wednesday, August 17, 2016.Mr. Jacobson worked at Sears as a Service Technician Trainer. His life revolved around his family, and he loved music, fishing and camping. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Shelton Bermond, Sr., Lillie Bermond, John Jacobson, and Louisa Jacobson. Dave is survived by his...

Aug 16, 2016

Roger Scott Joyner, age 52, passed away Tuesday, August 16, 2016 in Gulfport. He was preceded in death by his parents, Milton and Margaret Wharton Joyner.He is survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. A funeral service will be held at 11:00AM Thursday, August 18, 2016 at RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 11280 Three Rivers Road, Gulfport. A visitation will be...

Aug 16, 2016

Royce Julian Ladner, age 78, of Dedeaux, passed away on Tuesday, August 16, 2016.Mr. Ladner was born in Hancock County and was an educator in the Long Beach School System until his retirement. His presence and gentle nature made him a great role model and allowed him the opportunity to impact many lives throughout his career. His influence has led...

Aug 16, 2016

Mrs. Reba Wigington Shireman, age 73, resident of Gulfport, passed away on August 16, 2016, in Gulfport.Mrs. Shireman was born in Nashville, TN to the late Charles Wigington and Mary Jane Medley. She was retired from Gulfport Memorial Hospital where she spent her career helping others as a Registered Nurse. Some of her favorite activities included baking, traveling, and loving...