OBITUARIES

Ernest  Eugene Sanderson

Ernest Eugene Sanderson

Jun 14, 2011

Ernest Eugene Sanderson, age 50, of Dallas, TX, passed away on June 14, 2011, in Dallas, TX. Arrangements by RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, Gulfport.

Leslie  A. Stevenson

Leslie A. Stevenson

Jun 14, 2011

Mr. Leslie A. ""Les"" Stevenson, age 74, and a resident of the Armed Forces Retirement Home, in Gulfport died Tuesday, June 14, 2011 at Keesler Air Force Base, Biloxi. A Graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, June 17, 2011 at Biloxi National Cemetery. Service JUN 17. 10:00 AM Biloxi National Cemetery 400 Veterans Avenue Biloxi, MS,...

Thomas  "Turtle" Davies

Thomas "Turtle" Davies

Jun 14, 2011

Thomas ""Turtle"" Davies, Jr., age 61, of Gulfport, passed away Tuesday, June 14, 2011. Mr. Davies served as a medic in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was a member of Iron Horse Community Church and he enjoyed arts, crafts, leatherwork, and riding and working on motorcycles. Survivors include his wife Paulette, children, Tracey and Matthew, 4 grandchildren,...

Christian  Blue Jordan

Christian Blue Jordan

Jun 13, 2011

Christian Blue Jordan of Kiln, age 11, went to be with the Lord on Monday, June 13, 2011. Christian, known to his loved ones as ""Chris,"" was born August 11, 1999 in Vicksburg, Mississippi. He is survived by loving and proud parents Blue and Madella Jordan; by his two sisters, Vivian and Shelby; by his grandparents, great-grandparents, aunts, uncles, and...

Albert  W. Daniels

Albert W. Daniels

Jun 12, 2011

Albert Woodward Daniels, Sr., age 76 and a resident of Kiln, died on Sunday, June 12, 2011, in Gulfport. He took pride in being the baby of his family. He liked being protected and cared for by his older siblings. He had a childhood of pleasant memories that he often told and retold stories of to his children, grandchildren and...

Joseph  David McKay

Joseph David McKay

Jun 11, 2011

Joseph David McKay, Sr. departed this life on Saturday, June 11, 2011, and was reunited with his loved ones that passed before him. Born and raised in Gulfport, Joe grew up building water towers for CB & I, traveling to Kuwait, St. Lucia, and all over the Southeastern United States. Joe loved to ride his Harleys and later became one...

Steve  "Tater" Barnhill

Steve "Tater" Barnhill

Jun 11, 2011

Steve ""Tater"" Barnhill, 41, of Hurley, MS, passed away on June 11, 2011, in Mobile. He was born on July 19, 1969, in Jacksonville, AL. He worked for Gulf Coast Fence Company for 20 years and was an avid fan of motorcycles and race cars. Tater was preceded in death by his grandparents, Charles and Mae Sparks; and his brother,...

Jackie  "Jack" Bassinger

Jackie "Jack" Bassinger

Jun 11, 2011

Jackie ""Jack"" Bassinger, Jr, age 51, of Gulfport, passed away on June 11, 2011 in Gulfport. He is survived by his wife, Dale Bassinger; three sons, Gerald Bassinger (Kristy), Michael Bassinger, and Jeremy Bassinger; a daughter, Amanda Thacker (David); four sisters; and seven grandchildren. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 15, 2011 from 9:30 AM until 10:30 AM...

Frank Lee "Buddy" Moran

Frank Lee "Buddy" Moran

Jun 10, 2011

Mr. FrankLee ""Buddy"" Moran, age 81, resident of Gulfport, passed away on Friday, June 10, 2011, at home with his family by his side. Mr. Moran was born in Harrison County to Franklin and Viola Cuevas Moran. He was a member of St. Ann Catholic Church in Lizana and worked at Indal Aluminum for 38 years before retirement. He enjoyed...

Shirley Ann Gardner Demo

Shirley Ann Gardner Demo

Jun 10, 2011

Shirley Gardner Demo, age 72, of Biloxi, MS, passed away June 10, 2011. She was born January 6, 1939, to Gladys and J.W. Gardner in Flora, MS. Shirley was preceded in death by her parents, Gladys and J.W. Gardner; her stepfather, Price Lewis; former husband, Thomas Demo, Jr.; her brother, ""Doc"" Gardner (Dot); two sisters, Gladys Winans (Bill) and Sarah...

Thelma  Barnes Weeks

Thelma Barnes Weeks

Jun 9, 2011

Thelma Barnes Weeks, age 77, born in Prentiss County Mississippi passed away in Gulfport on Thursday, June 9, 2011. Mrs. Weeks was born to Autie and Bertha Hutchens in 1933. She attended Wheeler High School and then graduated from St. Joseph Hospital School of Nursing in 1957. She furthered her education at the University of Alabama at Birmingham and received...

Rachel Estelle "Smith" Williams

Rachel Estelle "Smith" Williams

Jun 9, 2011

Rachel Estelle (Smith) Williams of Gulfport, MS passed away on Thursday, June 9, 2011, at the age of 70. Rachel was born in Booneville, MS and lived in California and Texas before moving to Gulfport in 1981 with her family. Rachel shared a special relationship with her family, many of whom have been by her side providing her love and...

Kermit  J. Ladner

Kermit J. Ladner

Jun 9, 2011

Mr. Kermit Joseph Ladner, age 64, resident of the Dedeaux Community, passed away on Thursday, June 9, 2011. Mr. Ladner was born to Ollis and Gracie Cuevas Ladner in the Dedeaux Community in 1947, where he lived his whole life. He retired from Northrup Grumman Ship Systems after 38 years as a sheet metal mechanic. One of his biggest accomplishments...

Kenny Eastep

Kenny Eastep

Jun 8, 2011

Mr. Kenny Eastep, age 43, of Long Beach, passed away on Wednesday, June 8, 2011. Mr. Eastep was born in Columbia, TN. He was always aware of people in need and went to great measures to help them. He was a mentor for youth in the state working through Camp Shelby in Hattiesburg, MS. He worked for Fagan Trucking out...

Barbara Carlstrom

Barbara Carlstrom

Jun 8, 2011

Barbara Carlstrom, age 77, of Long beach, passed away on Wednesday, June 8, 2011, in Long Beach. She was employed at the SeaBee Base as a librarian, spending time with her children, traveling, knitting, and reading. She was preceded in death by her husband, Danny Carlstrom. Survivors include her son, Brian Everhart and her daughter, Jill Bailey, several grandchildren, great-grandchildren,and...

Loye  Maxwell Russell

Loye Maxwell Russell

Jun 8, 2011

MSgt. Loye Maxwell Russell, U.S. Air Force, retired, age 73, resident of Ocean Springs, passed away on Wednesday, June 8, 2011. Mr. Russell was born in Gadsden, AL to Howard J. and Nina Alewine Russell. He retired from the U.S. Air Force after 20 years of service. After military retirement, he worked for Litton Data Systems and then retired from...

William M. "Billy" Smith

William M. "Billy" Smith

Jun 8, 2011

William M. ""Billy"" Smith, age 70, of Gulfport, passed away on Wednesday, June 8, 2011. Mr. Smith was born in Bay St. Louis to Porter and Florence Eley Smith. He was a drywall finisher by trade and was a member of First Free Church of God on Three Rivers Road. He enjoyed gardening and was a true family man. He...

Sylvester  L. Athmann

Sylvester L. Athmann

Jun 7, 2011

Sylvester L. Athmann, age 90, and a resident of Baton Rouge, LA, died Tuesday, June 7, 2011. The Graveside service, with military honors is 11:00 a.m., Thursday, June 9, 2011 at Biloxi National Cemetery, Biloxi, MS. Mr. Athmann was a US Army veteran of World War II. Arrangements by RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, Biloxi. www.riemannfamily.com. Service JUN 9. 11:00 AM...

Michael Woodfield

Michael Woodfield

Jun 7, 2011

Michael Allen Woodfield, age 43, of Jackson, MS formerly of Gulfport, MS passed away on June 7, 2011 in Jackson. He was preceded in death by his father, Senator Clyde V. Woodfield; and his grandparents, M/M O.V. Woodfield and David McCoy, MD and Margaret McCoy. He is survived by his daughter, Sara Frances Woodfield of Spanish Fort, AL; his brother,...

Chappell Bryant

Chappell Bryant

Jun 7, 2011

Chappell Bryant, age 77, of Gulfport, passed away on June 7, 2011, in Gulfport. Mr. Bryant served in the U.S. Army during WWII and later retired from Civil Service at KAFB. At Keesler, he was a radar instructor before moving into administration. He was an avid reader, a member of the Gideo Society, and attended Bible Fellowship Church in Pass...