OBITUARIES

TSgt Roy L. Krietemeier

TSgt Roy L. Krietemeier

Oct 10, 2012

TSgt Roy L. Krietemeier, USAF, Ret, age 85, of Biloxi, passed away on October 10, 2012 in Gulfport.He was preceded in death by his wife, Melba Krietemeier.He is survived by his sister, Lucille Jenkins of Illinois; his nephews, Danny Davis (Crystal) of Gulfport, Reggie Davis (Darlene) and Ricky ""Bubba"" Davis, of Picayune; a niece, Tammy Wills (Mike) of Saucier; a...

James  Richard Hopkins

James Richard Hopkins

Oct 10, 2012

Colonel James Richard Hopkins, U.S. Army, Retired, age 85, of Diamondhead, MS, passed away on Wednesday, October 10, 2012, in Gulfport. Richard was born in Grayson, MO to Paul Francis and Christine Virginia George Hopkins. He graduated from Rockhurst College in Kansas City, MO, and retired from the United States Army where he served during the Korean War. After retirement,...

Anna  Griebel Edwards

Anna Griebel Edwards

Oct 9, 2012

Anna Griebel Edwards, age 79, of Long Beach, passed away on Tuesday, October 9, 2012. Mrs. Edwards was born in Pass Christian to Alfred Griebel and Rubina Wade Griebel. She grew up in Gulfport and graduated from Gulfport High School. She and her husband, Grover H. Edwards, moved to Long Beach in 1971. She was a past Worthy Matron of...

Kenneth  Ray George

Kenneth Ray George

Oct 9, 2012

Kenneth Ray George, age 85, of Gulfport passed away October 9, 2012. He was preceded in death by his wife, Peggy George; parents, Altas Ray and Grace George; and son, Scott George. He is survived by his sons, Kelly George of Gulfport and Kevin George of Orlando, FL; and grandchildren, Scott and Sara George. Mr. George and his wife retired...

Blake  Lee Terrell

Blake Lee Terrell

Oct 9, 2012

Blake Lee Terrell, age 8, passed away October 9, 2012 in Biloxi. He was sent from RIEMANN FAMILY FH, Biloxi to LOWNDES FUNERAL HOME, Columbus, MS for services.

Phil Larabie

Phil Larabie

Oct 8, 2012

Philippe R. Larabie, 69, of Biloxi, passed away on October 8, 2012. Mr. Larabie was a native of New York and longtime resident of Biloxi. He served in the U.S. Air Force, was a tradesman, and was a talented musician. He was preceded in death by his wife and mother of his children, Diane L. Larabie; his second wife, Colleen...

Charles  William Pippins

Charles William Pippins

Oct 8, 2012

Charles W. Pippins, age 64 and a resident of Saucier, died on Monday, October 8, 2012, in Gulfport. Mr. Pippins was a native of Bainbridge, GA and was a longtime resident of Saucier. He was owner and operator of C & S Motorcycle in Saucier. He was preceded in death by his father, Dale Pippins and his mother, Opal Lee...

Kenneth  Paul Williams

Kenneth Paul Williams

Oct 7, 2012

Kenneth Paul Williams, passed away on Sunday, October 7, 2012, surrounded by his loving family, after a brief illness. Kenny was a lifelong resident of Gulfport and will be missed by his many friends along with his family. His gentle nature will be remembered by all who knew him. He will be forever cherished by his family. He is survived...

Donald Hagan

Donald Hagan

Oct 7, 2012

Donald Hagan, age 58, of Biloxi, passed away on Sunday, October 7, 2012. Donald was born in Montgomery, Alabama. He was a resident of Biloxi, MS for more than 34 years where he loved spending time with his family & friends, spending time outdoors, riding his Harley, and playing his guitar. Donald worked at Ingalls Shipbuilding for 31 years. He...

Alvin Durel

Alvin Durel

Oct 7, 2012

Alvin Durel, Sr., age 64 of Long Beach passed away October 7, 2012. He was preceded in death by his wife, Judy Salters Durel; mother, Floretta Sprinkle Durel; father, William ""Bill"" Durel; and brother, Stephen Paul Durel.Survivors include his son, Alvin Durel, Jr. of Long Beach; granddaughter, Megan Taylor Durel of Long Beach; sisters, Marie Etta Wise of Long Beach,...

Virginia Ann Chinsley Conner

Virginia Ann Chinsley Conner

Oct 7, 2012

Virginia Chinsley Conner, age 77 and a resident of Long Beach, died on Sunday, October 7, 2012, in Gulfport. Mrs. Conner was a proud Navy wife and traveled around the world with her husband for 30 years. She was preceded in death by her parents, George J. Chinsley and Anna North Pumphrey and her husband, RADM Donald Lee Conner, Sr....

Virdee  Graham Marchant

Virdee Graham Marchant

Oct 7, 2012

Virdee Graham Marchant, age 89, of Gulfport, passed away Sunday, October 7, 2012. Virdee a long time resident of Gulfport, but formally from Sumrall, MS, graduated from Sumrall High School in 1941. She is the daughter of the late Alex and Annabelle Graham. As a beloved wife, she leaves behind her husband of 70 years, Edward D. Marchant, Sr., Army...

Bernice  Juanita Smith

Bernice Juanita Smith

Oct 7, 2012

Bernice Juanita Smith passed away October 7, 2012 at her home in the Lizana Community.She was born in Meridian, MS to the late Mary Shirley and James Caraway of Meridian, MS. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hayward Smith; and son-in-laws, F.E. Fairley and Gerald Royals.Survivors include her daughters, Linda Fairley, Joyce Royals, and Wanda Smith; grandchildren, Mary...

William Joseph "Billy" Whobrey

William Joseph "Billy" Whobrey

Oct 7, 2012

William ""Billy"" Joseph Whobrey, age 36 and a resident of Gulfport, died on Sunday, October 7, 2012, in New Orleans. Billy was a native of Chicago Heights, IL and a longtime resident of the Mississippi Gulf Coast. He was an avid outdoorsman, lived a full and active life, and traveled extensively. Billy enjoyed spending time with this family and friends,...

Kimberly  Ann Crum

Kimberly Ann Crum

Oct 6, 2012

Kimberly Ann Crum, age 52, passed away on Saturday, October 6, 2012 in Long Beach.Kim attended Long Beach schools and Jeff Davis Jr. College. She was a pharmaceutical technician in Las Vegas and at Garden Park Medical Center. Kim is survived by her mother, Ann Crum; her brother, Gary Crum Sr.; nephew, Gary Crum Jr and his children, Haley Ann...

Etta Varnado

Etta Varnado

Oct 6, 2012

Etta Varnado, 96, a life-long resident of Saucier, passed away in her home surrounded by her family and friends on Saturday, October 6, 2012. Etta was of the Baptist faith. She dedicated her life to raising her children and grandchildren. She is survived by her children, DC Varnado of Biloxi, Ethel Marie Ladner (Donvian) of Pass Christian, Leslie John Varnado...

Elijah  Jacob Salcido

Elijah Jacob Salcido

Oct 5, 2012

After a long fight Heaven received a beautiful Angel on October 5, 2012, Elijah Jacob Salcido. He was born on June 14, 2012. Elijah is survived by his mother, Lisa Salcido; his father, Scott Salcido; his grandparents, Richard, Jr. and Sharon Miller; his siblings, Emily, Ethan, and Evan Salcido; his godmothers and aunts, Melissa Miller and Jamie Heaton; and his...

Jim Caviness

Jim Caviness

Oct 5, 2012

James ""Jim"" L. Caviness, age 71 and a resident of D'Iberville, passed away Friday, October 5, 2012 in Amarillo, Texas. Jim Caviness has gone HOME! He loved the Lord and he loved his family. Jim was a Christ follower from the age of seven and lived for Him each day. Jim was married 51 years to the best helpmate that...

Eddie  C. Ladner

Eddie C. Ladner

Oct 5, 2012

Eddie C. Ladner, long time resident of Saucier, a much loved Dad, Grandfather, Brother, Uncle, Cousin, and Friend passed away at home Friday, October 5th, 2012 at 7:30 pm at the age of 81. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Margaret; sister, Margaret; brother, Curtis; sister, Helen; brother, Gerald; son, Greg; and daughters, Beverly, Connie, and Tammy....

Wanda  H. Stout

Wanda H. Stout

Oct 5, 2012

Wanda H. Stout of Gulfport died October 5, 2012 after a long struggle with a stroke. Wanda was 74 years of age. Wanda will be sadly missed by her husband of 55 years, James E. Stout Sr.; two sons, James E. Stout Jr. of Cheyenne, WY, and Darryll L. Stout of Pass Christian, MS; five grandchildren, Jamye Houser of Bristow,...