OBITUARIES

Aug 20, 2023

Aug 20, 2023

 

William Edward “Ed” Rafferty, Engineer, Veteran, Bassist, Astronomer, Husband, Father, and most importantly, “Pappy”, left for a never ending jazz gig in the sky on Sunday, August 20, 2023 after a long yet courageous battle with cancer.

 

Ed was a resident of Long Beach, Mississippi and survived by his wife, Teryl Rafferty, his daughter, Heather Rafferty, step children,...

Aug 20, 2023

Joseph William Cannon, III, age 77 of Gulfport, passed away Sunday, August 20, 2023.

Joseph was a retired police officer for the VA. He enjoyed riding with the Blue Knights, watching Fox News, and cheering on the Alabama Crimson Tide. He loved spending time with his cherished grandchildren.

He is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Brenda Cannon;...

Aug 20, 2023

 

Kenneth Leroy Clark, born on October 9, 1947, in Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away on August 20, 2023, in Gulfport at the age of 75. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend who touched the lives of many.After completing his education at Long Beach High School, Ken honorably served the U.S. Army in Vietnam. He earned the Purple...

Aug 20, 2023

Lonnie Chester Schultz, age 77, of Bay St. Louis, passed away in Biloxi on Sunday, August 20, 2023.

Lonnie was born on June 13, 1946, in Bay St. Louis to Chester L. Schultz and Louella Culbreth Schultz. He graduated from Bay High class of 1966 and after graduation joined the Navy. After his Navy career, Lonnie moved to Chattanooga,...

Aug 19, 2023

William Hill, Jr., age 66, of Kiln, passed away on Saturday, August 19, 2023. Riemann Family Funeral Home, Pass Christian, is serving the family.

Aug 19, 2023

 

Cynthia Granger, a devoted wife, loving mother, and grandmother, passed away on August 19, 2023, in Houston, TX. She was born on February 14, 1956, in Louisiana. Cynthia's legacy is one that will forever be cherished by her family and friends.Cynthia's career at the Navy Exchange spanned three decades, during which she made a significant impact on the lives...

Aug 19, 2023

Milton Lee Harris, age 87, of Gulfport, passed away Saturday, August 19, 2023.

Mr. Harris was born in Hazlehurst, MS. on December 30, 1935, to William Cecil Harris and Alma Russell Harris.

He was a retired homebuilder/broker and current resident of Gulfport, where he was a member of Westminster Presbyterian church, and a volunteer for “Feed My Sheep.” He...

Aug 18, 2023

Justin Tomlinson, age 38, of Gulfport, passed away on August 18, 2023, in Morgan City, LA.

He is survived by his spouse, Feather Brown; his parents, Charlie and Kim Tomlinson; his children, Kyle Lifer and Hunter Lifer; his siblings, Joshua Tomlinson and Brittany and Divid Hiller; 3 nieces and 1 nephew; and other relatives and friends.

Justin was born in...

Aug 18, 2023

Michael Hackett, age 64, of Diamondhead, passed away on Friday, August 18, 2023. Riemann Family Funeral Home, Waveland, is serving the family.

Aug 18, 2023

Kenneth Wayne Clay, age 82, of D’Iberville passed away on Friday, August 18, 2023.

The family wishes to extend their sincere thanks and deep gratitude for all expressions of sympathy and acts of kindness during this time of private bereavement.

Riemann Family Funeral Home, West Jackson County, is serving the family.

Online condolences may be offered at www.riemannfamily.com

Aug 17, 2023

Kenneth Eugene Hoffman, age 81, of Biloxi, passed away on August 17, 2023, in Biloxi.

Mr. Hoffman was born in Catawissa, Pennsylvania. He grew up in Minoa, NY. He attended General Motors Institute of Technology in Flynt, MI and pledged to Omega Epsilon Fraternity serving as Vice President. He joined the U.S. Navy serving on the SSN593  Thresher. He was...

Aug 17, 2023

Kristy Renae Salmon, a beloved daughter, sister, mother, and friend, passed away suddenly on August 17, 2023, in Ocean Springs, MS. Born on November 18, 1993, in Dothan, Alabama, Kristy brought joy and laughter to the lives of all those who knew her. She will be deeply missed but forever remembered for her infectious laugh, charismatic attitude, and warm smile...

Aug 17, 2023

Yen T. Tran, age 74, of Long Beach, passed away on August 17, 2023 in Gulfport.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Dao Tran; a grandson, Parker Emerson; and her parents, Mr.  & Mrs. Bang Tran.

Mrs. Tran is survived by her children, Stephanie Tran-Nguyen (Tam Nguyen), Simone Tran-Kowalski, Khellie Tran (Matthew Emerson), Drew Tran (Thao Nguyen),...

Aug 16, 2023

Susan Powell Lenes, age 70, of Gulfport, passed away Tuesday, August 16, 2023.

She was preceded in death by her parents, James E. and Eugenia S. Gillikin.

Susan is survived by her husband of 36 years, Peter A. Lenes; sons, Chad Allen Lenes (Jeanne) and Sean William Lenes (Victorianne); granddaughter, Saylor Elizabeth Lenes; and other relatives, Ann and Lee (Foeste)...

Aug 15, 2023

Julia Ann Marshall, age 60 of Long Beach, passed away on Tuesday, August 15, 2023.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Dallas and Peggy Parvin; and her in-laws, Dennis and Audrey Marshall, Sr.

Julia is survived by her husband of 42 years, Dennis Marshall, Jr.; her children, CiJii Marshall Dupont (Robert J.) and DenniLynn Marshall Sullivan (Matthew B.);...

Aug 15, 2023

 

 

Florence Mildred Tomsik (née Mialki), 93, died on August 15, 2023, her birthday and the Feast of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary. Florence always recalled how she spent every birthday attending mass. Her family is at peace knowing that she got to spend her last birthday in heaven.

 

Florence was born in Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania to...

Aug 15, 2023

Joyce Delord Melancon, age 97, of Gulfport, passed away on Tuesday, August 15, 2023.

Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.

Aug 14, 2023

Susan Marie Dye (Culp), age 62, of Mobile, AL, died at her residence on Monday, August 14, 2023. Honoring Susan's wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial and celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, September 9, 2023, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM at Bayou Phillips Community Center in Bay St. Louis.

Susan was born May...

Aug 14, 2023

Daryl Lee Dehart, age 55 of Lee Town, passed away on Monday, August 14, 2023.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Alvin and Elizabeth Dehart; his daughter, Rochelle Dehart; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

Daryl is survived by his loving wife, Amber Dehart; his children, Sabrina (Steven) Dehart, Elizabeth (Rafael) Dehart, Daryl (Christen) Dehart, Jr., Kevin (Alyssa)...