OBITUARIES
James Lee Whitfield
Jul 27, 2024
James Lee Whitfield, known to family and friends as “Jimmy”, passed away in Gulfport, MS on July 27, 2024, at the age of 79 years old.
Jimmy was born in Columbia, MS., to his parents John A. and Letha R. Whitfield who have preceded him in death. He is also preceded in death by his brothers John P Whitfield and Thomas...
Charles S. Brock
Jul 27, 2024
Charles Sidney Brock, a month shy of "99" years old, died on July 27, 2024.
Charlie was born in Gulfport, Mississippi to Walter and Maude Brock on September 10, 1925. He was a graduate of Gulfport High School where he was on the tennis team and received his actual "Letter" in 1982 from Coach Lindy Callahan. He was also a graduate...
Quirino Molina
Jul 27, 2024
Quirino del Rosario Molina, 86 of Gulfport, MS passed away on July 27, 2024 at the Stone County Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Wiggins, MS. He was born on October 2, 1937, in Pozorrubio, Pangasinan, Philippines to the late Alejandro and Eriberta (del Rosario) Molina. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Rodrigo (Belen †) Molina.
Quirino was...
Audrey "Frances" Walker
Jul 26, 2024
Audrey Frances Walker, of Boulder, CO - Audrey Frances Walker died at the age of 84 on July 26, 2024, at Sunrise of Boulder Reminiscent Care. She was born on July 20, 1940, in Gulfport, MS, the daughter of George R. and Audrey F. Wimpee.
She attended Gulfport High School where she met her high school sweetheart, Paul Wayne Walker, Sr....
TSgt. Jerry Lynn Cade, USAF Ret.
Jul 26, 2024
TSgt. Jerry Lynn Cade, USAF Ret., a beloved member of the community, passed away on Friday, July 26, 2024, at the Biloxi VA Hospice Unit. He was born on September 6, 1935, in Des Moines, Iowa, with the name of Bruce Quarton. At the age of 2, he was adopted by Mark William and Birdene Cade, and his name was...
Norman Watt Lassiter
Jul 26, 2024
Norman W. Lassiter, age 91, passed away peacefully Friday, July 26, 2024. Norman was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend.
Preceding Norman in death was his wife, Bert Lassiter, who passed away in 1992. Also, preceding Norman in death were his parents Audrey and Argel Lassiter; his grandparents, Agnes and Chalmers Hurlbert, Mrs. Jeanette Lassiter; Ken Williams and Terri Murphy.
Those...
Gary Dean Trautman
Jul 24, 2024
Gary Dean Trautman, age 74, passed away July 24, 2024 in Lizana, Mississippi.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Stewart and Betty Trautman; and in-laws, Albert and Dot Franklin.
He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Newahana Trautman; children, Brandon Trautman and Alisa Ladner (Jesse); grandchildren, Allie Ladner and Eli Ladner; siblings, Stewart Trautman (Aileen), David Trautman...
Thomas "Tom" Evans Wilson
Jul 24, 2024
Thomas “Tom” Evans Wilson, 89 of Biloxi passed away on July 24, 2024 at the Magnolia Place Nursing Home. He was born on November 2, 1934 in Graham, North Carolina to the late James Wilson Sr & Pauline Delilah Evans Wilson. Tom is preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Shirley Wilson; son David Wilson; parents, James Wilson...
Mary E. Gilsinan
Jul 23, 2024
Mary E. Gilsinan, a beloved happy homemaker, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at her residence in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, at the age of 69. She was born on August 11, 1954, in Ridgewood, New Jersey. Mary led a remarkable life filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable.
In her earlier years, Mary received her education at Ridgewood High School in...
Joshua Matthew Myers
Jul 23, 2024
Joshua Matthew Myers, 47, died on July 23, 2024, in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. Born on October 19, 1976, to William H. Myers and Edith Myers, Josh was known from an early age for his quick wit and his caring nature. He made friends wherever he went and was loyal to his many friends and family.
Josh received a degree in Political...
Joseph R Tanko
Jul 23, 2024
Joseph R. Tanko, age 92, passed away at his home in Perkinston on July 23, 2024. Born in Gilbert, MN, Joseph was a resident of South Mississippi for over 54 years.
Known to many by his nickname, Jaye, he was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Margery Tanko (Moorman); his parents, Joseph A. and Matilda Tanko of Milwaukee,...
Lisa Ann Welbrock
Jul 22, 2024
Lisa Ann Welbrock, 66, of Gulfport and formerly of New Orleans passed away on July 22, 2024 at Memorial Hospital in Gulfport. She was born on January 29, 1958 in New Orleans to John “Zeke” & Patricia Welbrock. She is preceded in death by her parents.
Lisa graduated from high school in New Orleans. She then went on to Elaine P....
Pauline Hastings
Jul 22, 2024
Pauline Hastings, of Biloxi, passed away on Monday, July 22, 2024, in New Orleans, at the age of 75.
She was preceded in death by her husband, John E. Hastings, Sr; mother, Eva Carmen Heeter; father, Marvin McKenneth Adkins; step father, Eugene Heeter; sister, Geri Bryant; and brother, Larry Atkins.
Pauline is survived by her children, Regina (Rodney) Lister, Shawn (Carmelita) Hastings, Michael...
Kathleen Wiseman
Jul 22, 2024
Dr. Kathleen Reynolds Wiseman passed away peacefully in her sleep after a day surrounded by her husband and four daughters.
She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Helen Reynolds; and her brother, George Reynolds.
Kathleen is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Neil Wiseman; and her four daughters, Michelle Magruder (Ian), Melissa Ferrer (Mark), Wendy Farley (Brian),...
Oscar "Rusty" Waldrep III
Jul 21, 2024
Oscar “Rusty” Waldrep III of Waveland, MS and formerly Denham Springs, LA, passed away peacefully after an extended illness on July 21, 2024, at the age of 77 in his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on September 3, 1946 in Hammond, LA to the late Oscar “Red” Waldrep and Elizabeth “Betty” Aiken Waldrep. Rusty is preceded...
Robert Marshall Owen
Jul 21, 2024
Robert Marshall Owen, age 78, of Saucier, passed away on July 21, 2024.
A full tribute will be posted soon.
The Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family and online condolences may be offered at www.riemannfamily.com
Janet Embry
Jul 21, 2024
Janet Denison Embry, age 78 of Long Beach, passed away on Sunday, July 21, 2024.
Janet was a 1963 graduate of Gulfport High School. She received her bachelor's and master's degrees in education from the University of Southern Mississippi.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Thelma Roberts Denison; her father, Oscar Denison; her brother, Joe Denison; and her sister, Becky...
Dora Doss
Jul 21, 2024
Dora Doss, age 59, passed away July 21, 2024. Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport is assisting the family.
Jason Daniel Moore
Jul 20, 2024
Jason Daniel Moore, 42, died July 20th, 2024. Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport is assisting the family locally. Funeral services will be in Lexington, NC with Davidson Funeral Home assisting the family.
Peggy Anna Irbe
Jul 20, 2024
Peggy Anna Irbe, a beloved member of the community, passed away on July 20, 2024 She was born on May 8, 1945, in Indianapolis, IN. Peggy led a fulfilling life filled with diverse career experiences and a range of hobbies and interests that brought her joy.
Peggy is survived by her husband of 33 years, Andre H. Irbe; children, Christopher &...
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