OBITUARIES

May 25, 2024

Myra Evelyn Branton Wright was born in Tylertown, MS, Feb. 21, 1929, and moved to Gulfport at an early age. She lived a full 95 precious years and went to sleep peacefully surrounded by family at the home of nieces Karen Buehler and Chrissy Hansen, May 25, 2024. Myra was preceded in death by her husband, James D. Wright; parents...

May 25, 2024

Herbert Curtis “Buck” Zengarling, age 72, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2024, with his daughter and son by his side.

His greatest joy in life was his children and grandchildren.  Buck was preceded in death by his parents Bully and Mittie Zengarling; sisters Terri Zengarling and Alice Z. Ladner; and his wife Sheryl Zengarling.

Buck was a proud veteran of the...

May 24, 2024

Richard Lee Umstattd (“Rich” or “Buster”) of Willow Springs, Missouri passed away after a lengthy illness on Friday, May 24, 2024 at Barnes Jewish Hospital in St. Louis, MO.   

He formerly resided in Gulfport, MS for over thirty years.  Rich was born to John C. and Judy M. (Bergthold) Umstattd in Moberly, MO on December 5, 1952, and was 71...

May 24, 2024

Betty Mock, age 91, of Biloxi, passed away on Friday, May 24, 2024.

Betty was a native of Pennsylvania.  She was a Girl Scout for many years, a volunteer at Lynn Meadows Discovery Center, braille book maker at the Lutheran Church in Gulfport.  Betty was a high school booster.  She loved cooking and making Japanese dolls. Betty was a perfectionist in...

May 24, 2024

May 24, 2024

Maxie Lea Castilow, age 89, of Metairie, LA passed away May 24, 2024.

She had a degree in Finance from Milsap and degree in Business from LSU.

Maxie was preceded in death by 2 sisters; and 1 brother. She is survived by 1 brother.

Riemann Family Funeral Home, Waveland is assisting the family.  

May 23, 2024

Darin Anthony Kipker, 61, of Kiln, Mississippi died May 23, 2024. Darin was born on July 17, 1962 in New Orleans, LA to the late Albert and Betty Kipker.  He served in US Navy from 1980 until 1984.  He enjoyed playing playing the guitar and making music.  He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Albert Kipker; and sons,...

May 23, 2024

Donald Ray Hill, Sr., age 85, of Gulfport, passed away on May 23, 2024.He is preceded in death by his parents, Willie Mae and Paul Hill; and siblings Billy Hill, Bobby Hill, Kenneth Hill, Paul Cannon, Frank Hill, and Dorothy Ann Holmes. He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Rita Hill; his children, Tracy Hill (Steve), Sonja Cuevas...

May 23, 2024

Malvrin 'Jerry' McClure - Passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 23,2024, in Gautier, MS. He was born on July 10, 1935, in Marietta GA to Robert and Monnie McClure.  Jerry led a life filled with dedication and service. After graduating from Sprayberry High School in Marietta, GA, he went on to work at Lockheed Martin Georgia for 25 years in...

May 23, 2024

Leslie Carroll Dawson, age 79, passed away peacefully on his birthday, Thursday, May 23, 2024.Per his wishes cremation rites will be accorded with private family services.The Riemann Family Funeral Home, 13872 Lemoyne Blvd, in West Jackson County is proud to serve the Dawson Family.  Please share memories, condolences, and photos at www.riemannfamily.com.  

May 22, 2024

Ruby Ann Cunningham, age 72, passed away on May 22, 2024.Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport is proudly serving the family. 

May 22, 2024

Mrs. Billie Ammons Lowry, age 95, of Long Beach, passed away on May 22, 2024.  She is preceded in death by her parents Fred and Homa Smith; her husband of five years, Stanley Lowry; and her daughter-in-law, Nancy Paske.

She is survived by her sons, David Paske and John Paske (Lori); her grandchildren Christopher Paske (Katie), and Benjamin Paske (Christa); and great...

May 21, 2024

Gavin Scott Williamson, age 25, of Gulfport, passed away on May 21, 2024.Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.

May 21, 2024

Franklin Ladner, age 89, of Saucier,  peacefully passed away on May 21, 2024, surrounded by his loving niece and her family. Born on May 19, 1935, in the same town he called home his entire life, Franklin was known to many as a gentle soul with a deep passion for gardening. 

Franklin’s love for nature was evident from a young age....

May 19, 2024

In Loving Memory of Bahman Nekooei

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Bahman Nekooei, a beloved husband, devoted father, cherished brother, and esteemed engineer. Bahman left this world on Sunday, May 19th, 2024, in Gulfport, Mississippi, at the age of 84. His departure leaves a void that will be deeply felt by all who knew him.

Born with a remarkable...

May 19, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mrs. Frances Pittman Garrett of Gautier, MS on May 19, 2024, after prolonged illness. She was born on July 11, 1939, to Mr. Dunaway and Mrs. Hilda Pittman in Wiggins, MS. She was preceded in death by her parents.

 She married Mr. Ephraim Spencer Garrett III (known to family as...

May 19, 2024

Alice Frazier Scialdone, 96, passed peacefully in Gulfport, Mississippi on May 19, 2024. She was born February 24, 1928, to James L. Johnson and Willa Hazel Fraizer in Rockvale, Tennessee.

Alice’s life was shaped by the dramatically different environments in which she was immersed. Her early childhood occurred in rural Tennessee during the height of the Great Depression. She learned to...

May 19, 2024

   Audrey Mary Rehbein, formerly of Gulfport, passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2024, in Kingston, Tennessee, at the age of 92.

   Mrs. Rehbein was born May 13, 1932, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to Arthur DeJean and Blanche LaGarrigue DeJean. She worked for many years as a Clerical worker at the racetrack and worked as a Real Estate Agent.  Mrs....

May 18, 2024

Conley “Connie” Sherman Lott, age 101, of Biloxi, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2024.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, John W. Sherman; her second husband, Gerald Lott; her son, Johnnie; her grandson, Christopher Quave; three brothers; and two sisters.

Left to cherish her memories are her adoring daughters, Linda Turan (Jimmy), Deborah Quave (Danny), and Renee Pavolini;...

May 18, 2024

Richard Wayne Ladner, Sr, age 74, of Lizana, went to be with his Lord and Savior on May, 18, 2024.

He was preceded in death by a son, Brandon Ladner; his parents, Hillman Ladner and Beurisa Shaw Ladner; and a great-grandson, Mason Price.

He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Kathy Westbrook Ladner; his children, Rickey (Lisa) Ladner, and Sherelle...