OBITUARIES
Barbara Pearl Hartley Richter
Nov 4, 2023
Barbara Pearl Hartley Richter née Bentz, 85, better known to her loved ones as “Joyce” or “Mimi,” passed away on November 4th at St. Joseph’s Hospice in Gulfport, MS. A lifelong resident of the Gulf Coast, she most recently resided in Long Beach. Born on October 14th, 1938, in Pass Christian, MS to Emile Joseph Bentz and Eula “Annie” Lee...
James Frisina, Jr.
Nov 4, 2023
James 'Jim' Frisina Jr, late of Diamondhead, MS. Passed away suddenly after a brief illness, in Pensacola, FL, on Saturday, November 4, 2023, at the age of 91.
Jim, has left an indelible mark on the communities he was a part of. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. Throughout his life, he contributed greatly to the...
Edward Bell, Jr.
Nov 4, 2023
Edward Bell, Jr., age 92, passed away on November 4, 2023. Mr. Bell is being sent for services to Jones Funeral Home, 303 Chaney Ave., Jacksonville, North Carolina .
Robin G. Allen
Nov 3, 2023
Gulfport, Mississippi - Robin G. Allen, a beloved member of the community, passed away on Friday, November 3, 2023. She was born on May 22, 1963, in Mississippi to Gordon and Polly Allen. Robin's bright spirit touched the lives of those around her, and she will be deeply missed. Her memory will continue to shine forever in the hearts and...
Janice Inez Ladner Bosarge
Nov 3, 2023
Janice Inez Bosarge of Woolmarket joined her Savior in that most peaceful rest on November 3, 2023.
Janice was born November 2, 1945 in Gulfport, MS to the late Claiborne and Myrtle Ladner.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her brother Keith Ladner, and her sister Patricia Ladner.
Left to cherish her lasting legacy and memory are her...
Charles W. Benefield
Nov 3, 2023
Charles W. Benefield, a native of Enterprise, Alabama and long-time resident of Harrison County, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 3, 2023, in Gulfport at the age of 90. He was born on October 2, 1933, in Chancellor, Alabama. Charles was the beloved husband of Wanda Lee Benefield for 50 wonderful years.Throughout his remarkable life, Charles was known for...
Brenda Kay Spears
Nov 2, 2023
Brenda Spears died November 2, 2023. Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Shirley Faye Scott
Nov 2, 2023
Shirley Faye Scott, age 86, of Gulfport, went to be with her Heavenly Father and Savior on November 2, 2023.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Joe Troy Scott; and her parents, Lloyd C. Goudeau and Katherine Schliegelmeyer Goudeau.
She is survived by her daughter, Jo Ellen Tappan (Scott); and a grandson, Shannon Paul Tappan; and other...
Kay K Theman
Nov 1, 2023
Kay K. Theman, 86 of Gulfport died November 1, 2023, in West Sacramento, CA. Born in Sasebo, Japan she moved to the United States and was a long-time resident of Napa, California. She was a retired supervisor at Hamilton Air Force Base and a retired Seamstress. She loved cooking, sewing, crocheting, and creating floral arrangements. She was preceded in death...
Linda Waller
Nov 1, 2023
Linda Waller, age 70, of Poplarville, was born on April 1, 1953, to Vernon Hawk and Myrtis Rhodes.
Linda was a loving wife to Ross Waller and a mother to Tammy Smith. Linda was a grandmother to Manse Walley, Brent Walley and Tyler Smith.
Momma has worked hard all her life. She was a strong-minded woman that told you...
Charles A Brown
Oct 31, 2023
Charles A. Brown, age 81, of Pass Christian, passed away on Tuesday, October 31, 2023.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Pass Christian, is serving the family.
Wanda Lynn Easterling
Oct 31, 2023
Wanda Lynn (Ladner) Easterling, age 87, a cherished mother and grandmother, gracefully entered eternal peace on Tuesday, October 31, 2023, at her home in Pass Christian, surrounded by the love of her devoted family.
Wanda was born on November 15, 1935, to the late William Nall Ladner, Sr. and Alma Telhiard Ladner of Pineville. She was a woman...
Wallace Doyle Dabbs
Oct 30, 2023
Wallace Doye Dabbs, age 86, of Bay St. Louis, MS, passed away on Monday, October 30, 2023.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Hayley Maultsby
Oct 30, 2023
Hayley Danielle Maultsby, 36 of Biloxi passed away on October 30, 2023. She was born January 12, 1987, in Ocean Springs, Mississippi. She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Doug and Rita Maultsby, and Roy Hopkins.
Hayley was a kind, loving person and relished bringing joy to those around her. She had a zest for life and...
Darryl Dobbs
Oct 30, 2023
Darryl Dobbs, 58, passed away on Monday October 30, 2023. He is survived by his wife of 37 years Theresa Dobbs, his daughters Connie Dobbs, Courtney (Tom) Buffington, and Brittany Goff, his mother Lila Dye, and his sister Rachel (Charlie) Gant. Darryl also leaves behind his 6 grandchildren Mckynze Dobbs, Jaxon Coffman, Reagan Buffington, Georgia Buffington, Jacen Coffman, and...
Sandra M. McGrew
Oct 29, 2023
Sandra M. (nee Havens) Johnson McGrew - A sister, aunt and friend, has left us with heavy hearts but countless beautiful memories. Born on February 1, 1945, in Pascagoula, MS, Sandra was a remarkable woman who brought joy and compassion to everyone she encountered. She peacefully departed from this world on October 29, 2023, in Benndale, MS, after bravely battling...
Ruth Solomon
Oct 29, 2023
Ruth Solomon, age 61, of Gulfport, passed away on Sunday, October 29, 2023.
She is preceded in death by her father, Jessie Pinner; and her mother, Edith Barefield.
Ruth is survived by her loving husband of 42 years, Mitchell Solomon; children, Mitchell Solomon, Joshua Solomon, Sarah Solomon, and Victoria Soloman; sibling, Jessie Pinner; and grandchild, Brady Solomon.
Riemann Family...
Marvin Wayne Schwartz
Oct 28, 2023
Marvin Wayne Schwartz, 61, of the Ansley Community passed away Saturday October 28, 2023.Marvin was born January 6, 1962 and was a lifelong resident of Ansley, MS. Marvin was known for his loving heart, hard work, being the best dad, the “cool” uncle, and his love for his family and his friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Nicholas S. Schwartz and Louise Marie...
Enoch Evans
Oct 28, 2023
Enoch Evans, a retired US Army veteran, passed away on October 28, 2023, at the age of 92 in Gulfport, Mississippi. He was born on June 10, 1931, in Newton, Mississippi, to Purvis Evans and Frances Evans White.
Enoch dedicated 20 years of his life to serving in the US Army, where he displayed unwavering commitment and bravery. After...
Hurley Swain Ladner
Oct 28, 2023
Hurley Swain Ladner, age 73, of Kiln, passed away on Saturday, October 28, 2023, in Gulfport, MS.
A native of the Dedeaux Community, Mr. Ladner was a Navy and Army veteran serving his country from 1969 to 1990, during which time he was awarded numerous certificates and recognition for his service. Hurley’s first assignment was with the USS Guam LPH-9...
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