OBITUARIES
Thomas Melvin Swensen
Dec 4, 2024
Thomas Melvin Swensen, 77, of Diamondhead, MS passed away December 4th, 2024. Riemann Family Funeral Home, Pass Christian is assisting the family.
MSgt James Harold Barton
Dec 4, 2024
MSgt James Harold Barton, USAF, Retired, age 94, of Gulfport, passed away on December 4, 2024.
Mr. Barton was preceded in death by his loving wife of 32 years, Sue Atkinson Barton; his parents, Dave Barton and Alma Barton.
Survivors include 2 daughters, Pam Ladner (Steve) and Sharon Renee Savage; 2 sons, Butch Barton (Cindy) and Keith Barton (Donna); a grandson, Adam...
Carlos Robert "Bob" Meador Jr.
Dec 4, 2024
Carlos Robert “Bob” Meador Jr., 80 of Perkinston, MS passed away peacefully at his residence on December 4, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. Bob was born on December 14, 1943 in Gulfport, MS to the late Carlos Robert Meador Sr & Mary Gottlich Meador. His preceded in death by his parents; step son, Steven Tillman; and a niece, Melissa...
Joyce Bennett Heran
Dec 4, 2024
Joyce Bennett Heran, age 71, passed away on December 4, 2024, in Ocean Springs, MS. A beloved resident of Tampa, Florida for over 40 years, she relocated to Ocean Springs four years ago.
Joyce graduated from King High School in Tampa and earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Education from Florida State University. She dedicated 5 years to the Peace Corps in...
Marilyn Stegall Petermann
Dec 2, 2024
Marilyn Stegall Petermann passed away December 2, 2024.
Marilyn was born in Gulfport, MS on May 10, 1936 on Mother’s Day, of which she was always proud! She graduated from Gulfport High School in 1954, and married Thomas Petermann, her “sweetie,” in January 1955.
Marilyn was predeceased by her husband of 66 years, Thomas; her daughter, Jan Woycke; her parents, Henry Clyde...
Linda Kay DeParto
Dec 2, 2024
We remember the life of Linda DeParto, whose spirit departed from us on Monday, December 2, 2024. Linda was born on January 17, 1943, in Texas to Holly and Lila Carlile, the youngest of nine children. She moved to New York where she married her only true love, Wayne DeParto (deceased 2019), where she raised her family and began a...
Lillian Pujol Ferguson
Dec 2, 2024
Lillian Pujol Ferguson
September 1, 1932 – December 2, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Lillian Ferguson also known as Mawmaw, who departed this world on December 2, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and unforgettable memories. Born on September 1, 1932 in DeLisle, she was a lifelong resident of her beloved MS Gulf Coast...
Melonie Ladner Waltman
Dec 2, 2024
Melonie Ladner Waltman, age 67, of DeLisle, passed away on December 2, 2024.
She is preceded in death by her parents, R.S. "Boots" Ladner and Doris Netto Ladner.
Melonie is survived by her husband of 50 years, Patrick Waltman; daughter, Amanda (Shane) Cuevas; sister, Cynthia (Joe) Newman; grandchildren, Emily (Colton) Crawford and Ethan (MacKenzie) Cuevas; her cousin, Diane Lane Leblanc; and her...
Dorothy Ann Smith
Dec 1, 2024
Dorothy Ann Smith, age 70, of Bay St. Louis, passed away on December 1, 2024.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Joseph Guadalupe Muñoz
Dec 1, 2024
Joseph Guadalupe Muñoz, age 76, passed away on December 1, 2024 in Biloxi.
Joseph Muñoz was born on December 2, 1947, in León, Mexico, to José Amaya Muñoz and Aurora Córdova. In 1968, he graduated from high school in Phoenix, Arizona, and joined the United States Marine Corps. He served bravely through two tours in Vietnam, earning the Vietnam Service Medal,...
Barbara Ann Dickson Polk
Dec 1, 2024
Heaven gained another angel on Sunday, December 1, 2024, when Barbara Ann Dickson Polk passed away peacefully at home at the age of 89, surrounded by her family. Born on September 14, 1935, in Bogalusa, Louisiana, Barbara's life was marked by her unwavering commitment to her family, her faith, and her profession.
With a remarkable career spanning over 40 years, Barbara...
Robert "Bob" Creel Montgomery
Nov 29, 2024
Robert “Bob” Creel Montgomery, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend and Veteran, of Ocean Springs, Mississippi passed away peacefully on November 29, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born on December 25, 1938, in Highland Park, Illinois, Robert was a remarkable man who lived his life with passion and dedication, leaving a legacy that will resonate with all who...
Marianne H. Thomas
Nov 29, 2024
In Loving Memory of
Marianne Hollida Thomas
Sunrise
July 1, 1942
Sunset
November 29, 2024
Our beautiful, sweet, strong, and intelligent wife, mother, grandmother, and sister was born in Memphis, Tennessee on July 1, 1942. She was the fourth child of nine children. As a very young adult, she settled in Woolmarket, Mississippi when she married her first husband, Kenneth Gene Smith, where she raised...
Philip Walter Verdung
Nov 28, 2024
Philip Walter Verdung, age 86, of Ocean Springs, passed away on November 28, 2024.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Margaret Clark Buck
Nov 28, 2024
Margaret Joan Clark Buck looked forward to reaching heaven for 91 years, and made it there on November 28, just in time for Thanksgiving with her husband, Glenn, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. William R. Clark (Mildred), her beloved twin sister, Marjorie Brown, and brother-in-law Paul Brown. Left behind to go on without her inspiring presence are her four children...
Allen Rogers
Nov 27, 2024
Allen Rogers, age 89, of Diamondhead, passed away on Wednesday, November 27, 2024.
He is preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Gloria Faye Rogers; his parents, Joe and Mattie Rogers; and all of his siblings.
Allen is survived by his sons, Bruce Allen Rogers (Cheryl) and Rodney Quinn Rogers, and his grandchildren, Chase Quinn Rogers, Cailey Alyssa Rogers, and...
Natalie Jo Beightol
Nov 27, 2024
Natalie Jo Beightol, age 96, of Diamondhead, passed away on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at Memorial Hospital in Gulfport.
She is preceded in death by her husband of 75 years, Richard O. Beightol.
Natalie is survived by her daughter, Karen Lynn Brown (Jesse E.); son, Richard Mac Beightol (Martha); grandchild, Jesse E. Brown, Jr. (Laura); and one great-grandchild, Samantha Brown.
Before retiring to...
Felix Bourgeois Jr.
Nov 26, 2024
Felix Bourgeois Jr., a beloved figure in his community, passed away on November 26, 2024, at the age of 94 in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi. Born on December 16, 1929, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Felix dedicated his life to both family and service.
Felix’s career included significant roles at Haspro Brothers and Tulane University, as well as his previous employment with...
Gary Dean Spooner
Nov 26, 2024
Gary Dean Spooner, born on September 28, 1951, in Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away peacefully at home in Bivins, Texas on November 26, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones. He leaves behind a legacy marked by dedication, love, and cherished memories.
Gary dedicated 15 years of his life to the U.S Army, proudly serving his country and earning the respect of many....
Richard Ezra Gardner Jr
Nov 25, 2024
Richard Ezra Gardner Jr, 83 of Biloxi passed away on November 25, 2024 at Memorial Hospital in Gulfport. He was born on September 27, 1941 in Louin, Mississippi to the late Richard Ezra Gardner Sr & Nina Davis Gardner. Richard is preceded in death by his parents; sister, Mable Butler; and brothers, Davis Gardner, and Steve Gardner; and grandmother, Margaret...
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