OBITUARIES
Michael Vincent Edwards
Apr 25, 2026
Michael Vincent Edwards, 41, of Gulfport, passed away on April 25, 2026.
Michael was a resident of Gulfport and a graduate of Gulfport High School. He was employed by Dan Hensarling, Inc., where he was known for his strong work ethic and skill, particularly in carpentry, trim work, and welding.
He had a passion for fishing, working on cars, and attending races....
Thomas E. Knappich
Apr 25, 2026
Thomas Knappich was born in Kempten, Germany on February 5th, 1934. He was raised in Stuttgart, Germany. During my childhood when bombing during the war escalated, children were ordered by Hitler to leave the cities, and that is when he went to live with his grandparents in Bayersoien. At age ten he joined the Hitler Youth, also called the German...
Joycelyn Belcher Wallis
Apr 25, 2026
Joycelyn Belcher Wallis, 82, a resident of Pass Christian, Mississippi, and a native of New Orleans, Louisiana, passed away on April 25, 2026.
Mrs. Wallis was a graduate of East Jefferson High School in New Orleans and retired from Crescent Bank and Trust after many years of dedicated service. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, and was especially...
Laura Hollis Holleman
Apr 24, 2026
Laura Hollis Holleman
April 8, 1960- April 24, 2026
I want to tell you about the love of my life—my wife, Laura Hollis Holleman (“Laurie”). Laurie passed away peacefully on April 24, 2024, surrounded by our three children, her loved son-in-law Beau Wiltz and our dear prayerful friend (Beau’s Mother), Annette Wiltz.
This is a testament to a great woman of faith who...
Billie Jo Robertson
Apr 24, 2026
Billie Jo Louise (Vuyovich) Robertson, age 76, of Biloxi, Mississippi, passed away on April 24, 2026.
Billie was born on December 30, 1949, in Biloxi, Mississippi, to Jack and Louise Vuyovich, Sr. Throughout her life, she devoted herself to caring for others, serving as a secretary, teacher’s assistant, homemaker, and most importantly, as a loving wife, daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, and...
Gene Schroeder
Apr 23, 2026
Gene McDonald Schroeder, age 96, of Troy, Alabama, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2026. He was born on May 15, 1929 in Wetumpka, Alabama. He lived a long and meaningful life marked by devotion to his family, his community, and honorable service in the United States Army during the Korean War.
Gene was married to June Faulk Schroeder for 65...
CaSandra Busse Mettlach
Apr 23, 2026
CaSandra Busse Mettlach, a dedicated speech therapist and beloved mother, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2026, in Pensacola, Florida. Born on February 14, 1958, in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, CaSandra lived a life filled with purpose, love, and devotion to her family and profession.
CaSandra earned her Master’s degree in Speech Therapy and devoted her career to helping others find their...
Steven Michael Hanberry
Apr 23, 2026
Steven Michael Hanberry, 38, left us on April 23, 2026, in his own home.
Steven was a dedicated general contractor who took great pride in working for himself and building a life through his own hands. He truly loved what he did, and that passion showed in both his work and the way he approached each day.
He found his greatest joy...
Wilma Ruth Brewer
Apr 22, 2026
Wilma Ruth Sargent Brewer, born September 25, 1930. Died April 22, 2026.
Wilma Ruth Sargent Brewer, 95, of Gulfport, Ms., died peacefully at home on April 22, 2026, surrounded by family. She was born in Elkhart, Kansas on September 25, 1930 to Jesse Baker and Claude Sargent and passed on April 22, 2026, in Gulfport, Mississippi. She was the oldest of...
Myrna Lois Burney
Apr 21, 2026
Myrna Lois Burney, a devoted homemaker and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2026, in Diamondhead, Mississippi. Born on December 18, 1938, in Carriere, Mississippi, Myrna lived a full and meaningful life rooted deeply in the places she loved.
Myrna was a graduate of Carriere High School. Though she later made her home in Diamondhead, MS,...
Tánna Jeanne Kendrick
Apr 20, 2026
Tánna Jeanne Kendrick, 77, of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away on April 20, 2026, at USA Hospital in Mobile, Alabama.
She was born on November 19, 1948, in Springfield, Illinois, and grew up in Virden, Illinois. Tánna attended Virden schools and was the eldest of six children.
Tánna had a smile that could light up a room. She loved living in Gulfport, especially...
Teresa De Jesus Cadavid Cabrera
Apr 19, 2026
Teresa De Jesus Cadavid Cabrera was born August 28, 1926, the Daughter of Manuel and Juana Cadavid and the sister of Manuel and Jose Cadavid, in Havana, Cuba, and was a descendant of Spain.
Teresa was the wife of Rev. Alfredo Augustin Cabrera, the love of her life until her death, and the mother of Rebeca Teresa Cabrera Boudreaux and Jorge...
Patricia Anne Bond
Apr 19, 2026
Patricia Anne Sovell Bond, age 82, of Long Beach, Mississippi, entered eternal rest on Sunday, April 19, 2026, surrounded by the love, comfort, and prayers of her family. Patricia lived a life defined by faith, devotion, and a gentle strength that touched all who knew her.
Born in Biloxi, Mississippi to Lawrence Sovell Sr. and Clarice Parker Sovell, both of whom...
Ann "Annie" Sizemore
Apr 19, 2026
Ann “Annie” Sizemore, age 65, of Long Beach, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at her residence.
Annie was born on November 15, 1960, in Gulfport, Mississippi. She was the beloved daughter of the late Mert and Charlie Sizemore, Jr. She was also preceded in death by her grandparents.
She is survived by her devoted and loving partner, Katrina...
Charles Harry Brann, Jr.
Apr 18, 2026
Charles Harry Brann, Jr. was born on September 4, 1943, in New Orleans, Louisiana. He lived a full life marked by dedication to his family, career, and interests. Charles passed away on April 18, 2026, in Gulfport, Mississippi, peacefully with his wife by his side.
Charles graduated from Ponchatoula High School in the class of 1961. After High School, he served...
Laurie Blackmarr Miller
Apr 18, 2026
Laurie Blackmarr Miller, a devoted mother, loving wife, and compassionate community servant, passed away peacefully in her home in Gulfport, Mississippi on April 18, 2026. Born in Minnesota, Laurie led a life marked by dedication to her family and her community, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew her.
Laurie spent the early part of her adult life as a...
Gola Ann Niolet
Apr 17, 2026
Gola A. Niolet "Ann", age 67, passed away April 17, 2026, in Pass Christian, MS.
Ann was born on April 12, 1959, in Knoxville, Tennessee; the daughter of the late Carl and Dorothy Shults.
Our mother was the glue that held our family together. She loved to host gatherings at her house, cooking for every holiday, including birthdays. She always made sure...
Louise A. O'Brien
Apr 17, 2026
Louise Angeline O’Brien, 90, of Long Beach, Mississippi, passed away April 17, 2026, at her home surrounded by family.
She was the beloved wife of the late Kenneth J. O’Brien, Sr., with whom she shared 59 years of marriage. She was preceded in death by her son, Kenneth O’Brien, Jr.; her parents, Jennie and Joseph Angeline, Sr.; her brother, Joseph Angeline,...
Merrill Weatherley
Apr 16, 2026
Merrill Weatherley, 70, of Ocean Springs, Mississippi, passed away Thursday, April 16, 2026.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is honored to serve the family at this time.
Merrill Weatherley
Apr 16, 2026
Merrill Weatherley, age 70, passed away on April 16, 2026.
A full tribute to his life may be posted at a later date.
At this time, no services are planned.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is honored to serve the family during this difficult time.
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