OBITUARIES
Deborah Lynn Rivers
Sep 19, 2025
Deborah Lynn Rivers, age 59, of Long Beach, Mississippi, entered eternal rest on September 19, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi.
Deborah was born in New Orleans and was a lifelong resident of the Mississippi Gulf Coast. She earned her bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. Deborah was very proud of her education, which reflected her strength and determination.
She was preceded in death by...
Obert Thomas Knutson, Jr.
Sep 17, 2025
Obert Thomas Knutson Jr. 84 of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away Wednesday, September 17, 2025 in Gulfport, Mississippi.
He is resting in Jesus' arms for eternity.
Obie was preceded in death by his parents, Evelyn (Berg) Knutson and Obert Knutson Sr; and two sisters, Shirley Johnson and Marion Olson.
He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Inez (Kitti) Knutson; a son from...
Jeffery Wayne Hall
Sep 17, 2025
Jeffery Wayne “Jeff” Hall, age 59 of Gulfport, passed away on September 17, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his father, Robert A. Hall; his mother, Freda L. Hall; and a brother, Randall A. Hall.
Jeff is survived by a sister, Robin Boykin and her spouse, Ken Apperson; nephews, Kyle (Jessie) Boykin, Tyler (Kristina) Boykin, Daniel Bear Boykin, and Justin (Leanne)...
Dorothy Deal
Sep 17, 2025
Dorothy Deal, age 93, of Ocean Springs, passed away on September 17, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Thomas Carras
Sep 17, 2025
Thomas Carras, age 92, of Gulfport, passed away on September 17, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Mark Daniel Philbrick
Sep 16, 2025
Mark D. Philbrick, age 62, of Biloxi passed away on September 16, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Phyllis Burns Young
Sep 16, 2025
Phyllis Burns Young, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and devoted servant to her community and faith, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of grace, wisdom, and unwavering dedication to youth and family.
Born on January 12, 1930, in Brookhaven, Mississippi, Phyllis was the youngest of three children born to Lydia Nix Burns and James Ele Burns. She grew up alongside her...
Evelyn Pierce
Sep 15, 2025
Evelyn Katherine Pierce, age 88 of Biloxi, MS, passed away on Monday, September 15, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Samuel Pierce, Jr., and her granddaughter, Heather Pierce McGlothin.
Ms. Evelyn is survived by her children, Neal Pierce of Vermilion, OH, Debra Rollberg of Biloxi, MS, Mark Pierce of St. Martin, MS, Brian Pierce of Biloxi, MS and Tina...
Iva Luvene Diehl Ingram Anthony
Sep 15, 2025
Iva Luvene Diehl Ingram Anthony was born on August 11, 1929, in Wichita Falls, Texas, to Cecil Boyd Diehl and Minnie Ella English Diehl. She passed away on Monday, September 15, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi, surrounded by loved ones.
Iva was a devoted Christian and mother. She cherished the Lord and her family above all else. She is survived by her...
Betty Jean Chamberlain
Sep 15, 2025
Betty Jean Chamberlain, age 79, of Biloxi, passed away on September 15, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Ruth Margaret North
Sep 14, 2025
Ruth Margaret North, age 71, a resident of Ocean Springs, MS., passed away on September 14, 2025, in Ocean Springs.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Helmar and Saima Peterson of Michigan; and her siblings, Myrna, Marie, William, and Marjorie.
Ruth is survived by her loving husband of 25 years, Mark North; her children, Tammy (Scott) Bosse, Jamie (Adriana) Baird;...
Brian "Timmy" Timothy Paige
Sep 14, 2025
Brian Timothy "Timmy" Paige, age 59, of Saucier, MS, passed away on September 14, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his father, Dale Paige and his mother, Marie Stockstill.
Mr. Paige is survived by his wife of 33 years, Julie Ann Paige; his children, Kyle Christopher Paige and his fiancé, Bailey and Hayden Conner Paige; his grandchildren, Kylie and Kolbi; his...
Frances Ryan Dunaway
Sep 14, 2025
Frances Ryan Dunaway, born November 10, 1944 has passed away in her home at the age of 80. She was born in New Orleans,LA and moved to Gulfport,MS at the age of 7 where she became a life long resident. She attended Gulfport High School and was a class of 1962 graduate. She then attended Meadows Draughon Business School in...
Peggy Sue Davis
Sep 13, 2025
Peggy Sue Davis, a beloved matriarch and cherished member of the Gulfport community, passed away on September 13, 2025, in Gulfport, MS. She was born on June 26, 1938, in Columbus, MS, where she spent her formative years before moving with her husband, Robert Lewis Davis, Sr., to Gulfport in the 1960s.
Peggy was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother....
Frederick Earl Pate
Sep 13, 2025
Frederick Earl Pate, born on March 21, 1933, in Whistler, Alabama to Samuel Bascomb Pate and Lee Ola Gavin, passed away at the age of 92 at The Retreat in Mobile, Alabama on September 13, 2025. He was a man who lived his life with purpose, guided by his faith in Christ, love for his family and unwavering service to his...
Teresa Gail Sisson
Sep 13, 2025
Teresa Sisson, 65, went to be with the Lord, who made heaven and earth, on September 13, 2025.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Tommy and Reba Herrin of Gulfport, Mississippi.
She is survived by her husband, Charles Sisson, of 45 years; her son, Nathaniel (Marisa), and their two sons, Benjamin and Zachariah, of Fredericksburg, Virginia; and her daughter Rebecca Sisson,...
Edward D. Colbet
Sep 12, 2025
Edward (Eddie) Colbet, passed away on September 12, 2025 in Gulfport, MS.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Rose Fallo Colbet; their son, Kevin Colbet; his parents, Adelaide Melerine Colbet and Edward G. Colbet; sister, Dinah Johanson; and lifelong companion, Sandy Dickey Thompson.
He is survived by his two daughters and a son, Maria Colbet Travis (Jack) of Magnolia, TX,...
Joseph Massa
Sep 11, 2025
Joseph Massa, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2025, in Gulfport, MS, with his devoted wife, Judy, and his cherished cat, Sadie, by his side. Born on September 2, 1948, in Hartford, CT, Joseph lived a life full of passion, dedication, and love for both his family and country.
Joseph’s military journey was marked...
Kathy Irene Froehlich
Sep 11, 2025
Kathy Irene Froehlich, born August 15, 1958, in Elkhart, Indiana, departed this life on September 11, 2025, in Biloxi, Mississippi. A devoted homemaker, Kathy dedicated her life to her family and her community.
After graduating from high school, she went on to earn an Associate’s degree in Medical Coding and Billing, exemplifying her commitment to education and personal growth.
Kathy was a...
James "J.D." David Watts
Sep 10, 2025
James David Watts, affectionately known to family and friends as “J.D.” passed away on September 10, 2025, in Ocean Springs, MS., at the age of 76.
J.D. a lifelong Mississippian was born on September 2, 1949, he later moved to the coast and was employed by the Biloxi VA hospital for over 34 years until his retirement. He was a faithful...
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