OBITUARIES

Margaret  "Margie" Lanning

Margaret "Margie" Lanning

Jan 23, 2016

Margaret (Margie) Lanning, 94, passed away on January 23, 2016, in Gulfport. She was born in Hammond, LA to Simon and Nellie Ware on November 16, 1921. She was preceded in death by her husband, R. W. (Pete) Lanning; two sons, Russell Lanning and Lester Lanning. She is survived by two daughters, Debbie McClendon and Patti Bosarge; seven grandchildren, Scott...

James  Russell Lowell

James Russell Lowell

Jan 23, 2016

age 84, passed away on January 23, 2016 in Ocean Springs. Graveside services were held on Thursday, January 28, 2016 at The Biloxi National Cemetery. RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 13872 Lemoyne Blvd., at the corner of Washington Ave., in Ocean Springs served the family. An online register book may be viewed and memories shared at www.riemannfamily.com Interment Biloxi National Cemetery...

Bonnie  Jean Flick

Bonnie Jean Flick

Jan 23, 2016

Bonnie Jean Flick, 59, of Saucier, passed away Saturday, January 23, 2016 in Gulfport. Mrs. Flick was a loyal wife, devoted mother, loving grandmother and generous sister of the Lord. She was courageous, self-sacrificing and resilient, and she persevered through the circumstances of her life through her faith in God. She was preceded in death by her mother, Birdie M....

Fred W. "Jack" Mills

Fred W. "Jack" Mills

Jan 21, 2016

MSgt. Fred W. ""Jack"" Mills, Air Force Retired, age 98, went home to be with his Lord on Thursday, January 21, 2016 in Franklin, NC. He was born on December 18, 1917 in Piper, AL, near present-day West Blocton, to Fred Carlyle Mills and Leila Creel Mills.After working on the family farm, then mining coal for about three years during...

Herbert Ray "Billy" Ladner

Herbert Ray "Billy" Ladner

Jan 20, 2016

Herbert ""Billy"" Ray Ladner, 79, passed away Wednesday, January 20, 2016 in Gulfport. Billy was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps and a member of Masonic Lodge #635 Orange Grove. He loved horses and trail riding. He was preceded in death by his parents, Vincent and Winnie Ladner; and five siblings, A.J., Archie, Helen, Alma and Floy. Surivivors include...

Linda  Lenell Jones

Linda Lenell Jones

Jan 20, 2016

Linda Lenell Jones, age 60, of Vancleave, passed away on January 20, 2016. She is preceded in death by her parents Clifford and Doris Gary of Eupora, MS. Linda is survived by her loving husband of 42 years, Bobby L. Jones; her two daughters, Jennifer R. Jones, of Bridgeport, WV, and Lisa N. Jones-Boscio (Juan) of Charlotte, NC.; her siblings,...

Juanita  Sparks Fugate

Juanita Sparks Fugate

Jan 19, 2016

age 89, of Lucedale, passed away on Tuesday, January 19, 2016. RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 13872 Lemoyne Blvd., at the corner of Washington Ave., is serving the family. An online register may be signed and memories shared at www.riemannfamily.com

Martha Grant

Martha Grant

Jan 19, 2016

Martha McCutchon Grant, age 94, passed away, January 19, 2016 in New Orleans, Louisiana. She was born March 7, 1921 in New Orleans to Frances Pardue McCutchon and Azby Destrehan McCutchon, both of New Orleans. She was predeceased by her husband, Arthur Gordon Grant; and her sisters, Mary Sherman Swindle and Frances Barber. She is survived by her son, Arthur...

Charles  E. Clark

Charles E. Clark

Jan 19, 2016

Charles E. Clark of Houston, TX passed away on Tuesday, January 19, 2016 at age 71. Born on June 21, 1944 in Gulfport, he was preceded in death by his parents, Gene M. Clark, Sr. and Mary W. Clark and his sister, Mary Linda Clark all of Gulfport, MS. He is survived by his life partner of 39 years, Wade...

Carol  A. Keller

Carol A. Keller

Jan 18, 2016

Carol A. Keller, 77, of Kiln, passed away Monday, January 18, 2016 at her residence.Mrs. Keller was a native and long-time resident of New Orleans and was currently a resident of Hancock County. She retired after 33 years from working with the Naval Support Activity and she was a member of Annunciation Catholic Church.She was preceded in death by her...

Raymond  E. Cummings

Raymond E. Cummings

Jan 18, 2016

Raymond E. Cummings, 81, passed away Monday, January 18, 2016 in Gulfport. Raymond will always be remembered for his joyful smile, fun loving spirit and generous heart. He loved the outdoors, his family and his country. He proudly served in the U.S. Marines and Air Force for 23 years. His spirit will live on in his family and friends. He...

Michael  Colon Smith

Michael Colon Smith

Jan 18, 2016

Mike Smith, age 59, of Gulfport, passed away, January 18, 2016.He was preceded in death by his parents, and brothers.Mike is survived by his wife, Ruth Smith; son, Roth Rouse; step-sons, Ronnie Rouse, and Robert Rouse; his brother, Richard Smith; and grandchildren, Lacey, and Clayton.Born in Baton Rouge, Mike grew up in Saucier, son of the postmaster general there. He...

Chester  Morris Ladner

Chester Morris Ladner

Jan 17, 2016

Chester Morris Ladner, 82, passed away Sunday, January 17, 2016 in Gulfport. He was preceded in death by his parents Wesley Ladner and Irene Williams Ladner; sisters, Mildred Lott and Helen Carver. He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years Carol Stephens Ladner; children, Brian Lewis (Carol) of Vandalia, IL, Lisa Oliver (Charles) of Kiln, Sadona Compton (John)...

Harriette  Ineze Howard

Harriette Ineze Howard

Jan 17, 2016

Age 59, passed away, January 17, 2016. Visit: Sat. 1/23/16, RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, Gpt, 1:30-2:30pm; Graveside serv: Finley Cem., 3:00pm. www.riemannfamily.com. Visitation JAN 23. 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM Riemann Family Funeral Home- 3RR 11280 Three Rivers Rd. Gulfport, MS, US, 39503 Service JAN 23. 03:00 PM Finley Cemetery Highway 53 Gulfport, MS, US, 39503 Interment Finley Cemetery Highway...

Carl  Duane Killebrew

Carl Duane Killebrew

Jan 17, 2016

Carlton Duane Killebrew, born on February 23, 1960, passed away on January 17, 2016. He was preceded in death by his father, William C. Killebrew of Gulfport Mississippi. He is survived by his mother, Olivia Killebrew of Gulfport; his sister, Stacey Martin of Gulfport; his children, Jarett Killebrew and Christina Killebrew both of New Hebron Mississippi; his nieces, Michelle Manuel,...

Elmer  McCoy Peterson

Elmer McCoy Peterson

Jan 16, 2016

Elmer ""McCoy"" Peterson, 72, passed away peacefully at Ochsner's in New Orleans surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, January 16, 2016. McCoy was a lifetime member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church-Dedeaux. He was a high school graduate of Hancock North Central where he played basketball and was a member of the first state championship basketball team of 1960-61, attended...

Lillie  Kay Harvey-Villarreal

Lillie Kay Harvey-Villarreal

Jan 16, 2016

Lillie Kay Harvey-Villarreal passed away on January 16, 2016, in San Antonio TX, with her husband, David Villarreal, at her bedside. She is preceded in death by her mother, Lillie Mae Harvey; her sister, Sandra Harvey Jones; and her niece, Angie Reynolds. Lillie is survived by her husband, David Villarreal of Aransas Pass, TX; sister, Ruby Reynolds of Anchorage, AK;...

Natallya  O'Nealia Dent

Natallya O'Nealia Dent

Jan 16, 2016

Natallya O'Nealia Dent, age 6, passed away Saturday, January 16, 2016. A funeral service will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, January 25, 2016 at Family of Life Worship Center, 35th Street. Gulfport with a visitation for family and friends beginning at 10:00 a.m. with a burial to follow in Finley Cemetery. RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 11280 Three Rivers...

Peggy Brochard

Peggy Brochard

Jan 16, 2016

Peggy Brochard, age 77, from Saucier, passed away Sat. 1/16/16. Arrangements are pending with RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 11280 Three Rivers Road, Gulfport. www.riemannfamily.com.

Robert  A. Lefeve

Robert A. Lefeve

Jan 16, 2016

Dr. Robert A. Lefeve, age 89, of Gulfport, passed away Saturday, January 16, 2016. He is preceded in death by his wife, Maxine White Lefeve; and his parents, Antoine and Thelma McCoy Lefeve. Dr. Lefeve is survived by his children, Mike Lefeve and Pattie Lefeve of Gulfport. Dr. Lefeve served in the Merchant Marines and the U.S. Navy. He retired...