OBITUARIES
Lydia Carreno Caruthers
Jul 20, 2024
Obituary for Lydia Carreno Keen Johnson England Caruthers
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lydia, who departed this world on July 20, 2024. Born on August 3, 1938, in Cienfuegos, Cuba, Lydia lived a life filled with love, determination, and resilience. Lydia's journey to the United States in 1958 was a testament to her courage and...
James Paul Blanchard, Sr.
Jul 19, 2024
James Paul “Jim” Blanchard, Sr, age 79, of Metairie, LA, passed away on July 19, 2024, in New Orleans, LA.
Throughout his life, Jim Blanchard was dedicated to his family, his faith, his home and his work.
He was a native of New Orleans and Arabi and raised by his parents Ruby and Al Huguet. He graduated from Chalmette High School,...
Felix Joseph Dugas
Jul 19, 2024
Felix Jospeh Dugas, age 80, of Waveland passed away July 19, 2024. A private burial will occur at Waveland Cemetery. Riemann Family Funeral Home, Waveland is assisting the family.
Samuel Cates
Jul 19, 2024
Samuel Cates, a long-time resident of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away among his family on Friday, July 19, 2024, at the age of 78 in Gulfport. He was a devoted father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.
Samuel was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Sandra Cates (passed away July 2013), with whom he shared a deep and enduring love. Their bond was a...
O'Brien Lawrence Chatelain Jr.
Jul 18, 2024
O’Brien Lawrence Chatelain, Jr passed away of lung cancer at his home in Johnson City, TN surrounded by family on July 18, 2024.
He was born in St. James Parish, Louisiana in 1955 to O’Brien and Thelma Lemoine Chatelain. O’Brien graduated from Bonnabel High School. He was married to Tessa Susan D’Angelo and together they raised three children. O’Brien worked in...
Susan Christina Musa
Jul 18, 2024
Susan Christina Musa age 82, a native of New Jersey, and long time resident of the Gulf Coast, passed away on July 18, 2024 in Ocean Springs, MS surrounded by her loving family. There are no services planned at this time.
In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to the Jackson County Animal Shelter at 4400 Audubon Lane Gautier,...
Olivia B. Gresham
Jul 18, 2024
Olivia Ann B. Gresham, 81, a native of Jonesboro-Hodge, La., and long-time resident of Thibodaux, La., and Diamondhead, Miss., passed away Thursday, July 18, 2024, with family and friends by her side.
She is survived by her son Matthew Clifton Gresham of New Orleans, sister Virginia Waynette Glade of New Orleans, sister-in-law Susie Acklin Storey of Longview, Texas, nephew Henry Brinson...
Howard R. Wood
Jul 18, 2024
BUCS, Howard R. Wood “Woody” (US Navy Retired), age 71, passed away on July 18, 2024 in Gulfport.
He was born in Norwalk, Connecticut on May 17, 1953 to Douglas Wood and Margaret Neil Wood. Soon after high school, he enlisted as a Sea Bee in the United States Navy in 1971, serving at the end of the Vietnam Era, and...
Lilly Frances Bang
Jul 17, 2024
Lilly Frances Bang, age 88, of Pass Christian, passed away on July 17, 2024
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest L. Bang; her parents Sallie Lucille Price
George Gunn and Clyde Gray Gunn; and a brother, David George.
Survivors include her children; Debbie Buel, Rusty (Cathy) Bang, Terrell (Michele) Bang, and
Huey (DeAnna) Bang; a sister, Patricia Laux; a brother, Marshall...
Mark Lee Morgan
Jul 16, 2024
Mark Lee Morgan of Hancock County, Mississippi died July 16th, 2024. Arrangements are private with Riemann Family Funeral Home, Waveland assisting the family.
John Edward Overcast III
Jul 16, 2024
John Edward Overcast III, age 73, passed away on July 16, 2024 in Gulfport.
He was born in Chicago, Illinois, and a lifelong resident of Biloxi. He was of Catholic faith, attended Our Lady of Fatima School as a child. He graduated Biloxi High School in 1969 and graduated from Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College in 1979 with an Associate degree...
Richard "Ricky" Lee Overby
Jul 15, 2024
Richard "Ricky" Lee Overby, known for his infectious joy and unwavering smile, passed away at the age of 60 at North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo, Mississippi.
Ricky’s cerebral palsy didn’t allow him to articulate his thoughts, but no words were needed to see his joy and happiness. He was usually smiling, and thrived on attention; he would always...
Pamela P. Carrubba
Jul 15, 2024
Pamela Pike Carrubba, age 75, of Long Beach, MS passed away peacefully on Monday, July 15, 2024, at Senior Oaks assisted living facility.
Pam was born in Memphis, TN on February 24, 1949. She was preceded in death by her son Ashlee Jonathan Anderson and her parents Frank E. and Rosemary Lee Pike.
Pam is survived by John Carrubba, her husband of...
Nadine Hunter
Jul 15, 2024
Nadine “Dean” Smith Hunter passed away peacefully on July 15, 2024. She was born December 30, 1927, in Dancy, MS, daughter of Harvey Smith and Louella Edwards Smith, and grew up in Mantee, MS. She has lived in Gulfport, MS, since 1963.
Dean graduated from Wood Junior College and Mississippi State University and was a long-time teacher at Bayou View Elementary...
Gary Ivan Rumick
Jul 14, 2024
Gary Ivan Rumick, age 76, passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2024, in New Orleans, Louisiana.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Margaret Rumick.
He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Iris Rumick; his children, Adam and Ashley; and his grandchildren, Logan and Lila.
Gary was a native of New Orleans, and over his lifetime lived in...
Timothy Michael Pace
Jul 14, 2024
Timothy Michael Pace Sr., known affectionately as Michael, was born on July 12 , 1988, in Jackson, MS, he passed away suddenly on July 14, 2024, in Denham Springs, LA, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.
His presence will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. He was a loving son, brother, father,...
Sheryl Ann Loudenslager
Jul 14, 2024
Sheryl Ann Loudenslager, age 75, resident of Biloxi, passed away on July 14, 2024 in Ocean Springs.
She was born on July 14th 1949 in New Orleans, Louisiana to Victor and Eileen LaChute, attended L.W. Higgins High School in Marrero, LA, and retired from Huntington Ingalls Shipbuilding. She enjoyed playing bingo, cards, family gatherings, cooking, and helping others in need.
She is...
Joseph Harry Spence
Jul 13, 2024
Joseph "Joe" Harry Spence, age 66, of Pass Christian, passed away on July 13, 2024.
Joe is preceded in death by his parents, William G. Spence, Sr. and Odette Ware Spence Smith; siblings, William Bill" G. Spence, Jr, and James "Jim" McGhee Spence; his nephew, Eric James Spence; his great nephew, Kolbie Spence; and his niece, Susan Elizabeth Spence..
Joe is survived...
Rubye McKibben Murks
Jul 13, 2024
Rubye McKibben Murks was a resident of Gulfport, MS for the past 58 years. She was born on January 8, 1932, in Bruce, MS, and passed away on Saturday, July 13, 2024, at One Magnolia Place Assisted Living Facility in Gulfport, MS
She was preceded in death by her husband, Archie Lee Murks, Jr., her son, Robert Paul Murks; her parents,...
Marie Ladner Pique
Jul 13, 2024
Iantha Marie Ladner Pique, age 94, formerly of Gulfport and Woolmarket, MS, went home to Heaven on July 13, 2024, in Diamondhead, MS. Marie was born on December 26, 1929, in Pass Christian, MS, as the most beautiful Christmas gift to her parents, Walter and Alezia Ladner.
Marie was a devout Catholic and servant of God. In her 94 years, she...
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