OBITUARIES
Richard Smith Perusse
Aug 24, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Richard Smith Perusse, who departed this life on August 24, 2024. Born to Joseph Stephen Perusse, Sr. and Marie Smith Perusse Reed, Richard led a life marked by warmth, friendship, and dedication. He was a proud graduate of Gulfport High School and furthered his education at Mississippi State University,...
Billy Joe Hill
Aug 24, 2024
Billy Joe Hill - late of Biloxi, passed away Saturday, August 24, 2024, at the age of 92.
Billy was born August 12, 1932, to Francis 'Major' Hill and Gracie Hill, and was one of 3 sons.
Billy came to Biloxi as a young man and entered the Air Force, where he was based out of Keesler Air Force Base...
Kathy S. Richter
Aug 24, 2024
Kathy S. Richter, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, passed away on Saturday, August 24, 2024, in Gulfport, Mississippi, at the age of 66. Born on November 13, 1957, in Tennessee, Kathy was a long-time native and resident of Lawrenceville, Georgia, before relocating to Gulfport, MS.
Kathy pursued her passion for healthcare, earning an associate degree from Gwinnett Technical College. She made...
Betty Ruth Lee
Aug 24, 2024
Betty Ruth Burge Lee, age 91, of Long Beach, passed away on August 24, 2024.
Betty is preceded in death by her beloved Robert E. Lee “Bobby Lee”; parents, Luther and Edmonia Wise Burge; siblings, Lucille Hall, Benita Daughdrill, J.L. Burge, Hurley D. Burge, Virginia Dell Davis, Clifton Burge, and Lottie Mae Bass; nieces, London Burge, and Carolyn Muriel May; nephews,...
Joan Mehl Hall
Aug 24, 2024
Joan Mehl Hall, a cherished soul born on May 6, 1936, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, ascended to eternal rest on August 24, 2024, in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. Her journey through life was marked by her profound impact on those who had the privilege of knowing her.
Before embarking on her remarkable journey of motherhood and service to others, Joan served as a...
William Sells
Aug 23, 2024
William Sells, 79, of Ocean Springs, MS died August 23, 2024. Arrangements are private with Riemann Family Funeral Home, Lemoyne Blvd. in charge of arrangements.
Donna Sternik
Aug 23, 2024
Donna Sternik, affectionately known as "Lolly," passed away on August 23, 2024 in Gulfport, Mississippi, at the age of 66. Born on May 13, 1958, in Denton, Texas, Donna was a beacon of light to those who knew her and be profoundly missed.
A devoted professional, Donna was the founder of Lollynet Publishing and worked tirelessly as a nurse at a...
Gail Elizabeth Dubuisson May
Aug 23, 2024
Gail Elizabeth Dubuisson May, age 74, of Saucier, Mississippi, went home to be with Jesus on Friday, August 23, 2024, while in her home and under the care of Vital Caring Hospice. The daughter of Roy C. and Edna Wenger Dubuisson, Gail was born on August 12, 1950, in Gulfport, Mississippi.
Gail was preceded in death by her parents, Roy and...
Judy Flurry Olson
Aug 23, 2024
Judy Flurry Olson passed away on August 23, 2024, surrounded by family in the home in which she came into the world.
Judy was born September 18, 1949 to parents Otto Flurry and Gladys Johnson Flurry, both of whom have passed prior to her death.
Judy grew up in Daisy Vestry, MS and attended Vancleave High School. After graduation, she went on...
Cassandra Coates
Aug 23, 2024
Cassandra Coates, age 81, passed away August 23, 2024. Arrangements are private with Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport in charge of arrangements.
Glenda T. Lindsey
Aug 22, 2024
Glenda T. Lindsey, born on March 12, 1944, in Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on August 22 2024, at Memorial Hospital in Gulfport. Glenda, a devoted homemaker, was known for her unwavering love for her family and her passion for others. She lived her life with kindness and grace, leaving a lasting impression on all who knew her.
Glenda is survived...
Leonola "Lola" Theresa LeBlanc Fortner
Aug 22, 2024
Leonola was born February 25, 1926, in Donaldson, Louisiana, to Leonard (Chauncy) and Neola (Nell) LeBlanc. She passed away at her home in Laurel, Mississippi, on August 22, 2024.
She was the fourth of five children and, according to her brothers and sisters, she was her father’s favorite. She was preceded in death by her parents and siblings, Bubba, Rosemary, Leise...
Allen Bert Brown
Aug 22, 2024
Allen Bert "Bubba" Brown, age 68, of Biloxi, Mississippi passed away August 22, 2024. Services are private with Riemann Family Funeral Home, Biloxi assisting the family.
Kenneth Charles Hindman
Aug 21, 2024
Kenneth Charles Hindman, age 91, of Gulfport, MS, entered eternal rest on August 21, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family.
He is preceded in death by his parents Emmitt and Winnie Hindman and Betsy’s son Johnny Hoffman.
Kenneth is survived by his loving companion of 37 years Betsy Hoffman; his 2 loving sons David (Shannon) Hindman and James (Rhonda)...
Patrick Dale Rolison
Aug 21, 2024
Patrick Dale Rolison, age 28, of Pass Christian, Mississippi passed away on August 21, 2024, at Memorial Hospital in Gulfport. He will be greatly missed by all.
Patrick is survived by his father, Jimmy Ray Rolison; mother, Tracy Oxendine; siblings, Willie Ray Oxendine, Jr., Brandon Ray Oxendine, Astoria Lee Oxendine, and Michael Ray Oxendine; his grandmother, Gayla Ann Rosenpie; grandfather, Michael...
Myrtle Jane Newman
Aug 21, 2024
Myrtle Jane Newman, age 100, of Long Beach passed away peacefully on August 21, 2024 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Myrt was a very active and vibrant person. She was born on September 6, 1923 in Ponchatoula, LA to the late Harvey & Addie Vinyard. She grew up there with her siblings, Edith, Walter, Edgar, Oscar, Clinton,...
Francis Stephen Davis, Jr.
Aug 21, 2024
Francis Stephen Davis Jr., age 65, of Navarre, Florida passed away August 21, 2024. Services are private with Riemann Family Funeral Home, Biloxi handling the arrangements.
Fern Maybelle MaGandy
Aug 20, 2024
Fern Maybelle MaGandy, age 100, of Biloxi, passed away on August 20, 2024.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Brian Alexander Williamson
Aug 18, 2024
Brian Alexander Williamson, 52, of Miami, Florida died August 18th, 2024 while visiting the coast. Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport is assisting the family.
Charles "Andy" Guinn
Aug 18, 2024
Charles “Andy” Guinn, 76 of Perkinston, MS passed away on August 18, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born March 26, 1948 in Paris, TN to the late Guy & Anna Belle Guinn. Andy is preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Dianne Phillips.
After graduating high school, Andy began working for the US Army...
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