OBITUARIES
Carol Ann Reiger
May 14, 2025
Carol Ann Reiger, age 86 , of Gulfport, passed away on Wednesday, May 14, 2025.
Mrs. Reiger was born to James Eugene and Margaret A. Schroeder Ringler in Cleveland, Ohio.
She loved spending time with family shopping and playing bingo and quilting was her hobby. She especially enjoyed her work for Quilts of Valor for her military friends at the Armed Forces...
George Ray Simpson
May 13, 2025
George R. Simpson July 30, 1943 – May 13, 2025
George R. Simpson, age 81, of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away peacefully at his home on May 13, 2025. Born on July 30, 1943, in Kosciusko, Mississippi, George was a devoted husband, loving father, and proud grandfather.
He was married to the love of his life, Carolyn Simpson, for 62 cherished years. Together,...
Marilyn Ready Handley
May 13, 2025
Marilyn Ready Handley, 69, of Picayune, MS, passed away May 13th, 2025. Born on June 1, 1955, in Waynesboro, MS, to the late Edward and Josephine Ready. She later moved to Picayune, MS, with her family and also lived in Bay St. Louis. She was an Administrative Assistant for the Picayune Item. One of her loves in life was enjoying...
Robert M. Slade
May 12, 2025
Robert M. Slade, age 74, of Gulfport, MS, entered into eternal rest on May 12, 2025.
Full tribute to be posted soon.
Visitation will be held on Friday, May 23, 2025, at Riemann Family Funeral Home, 274 Beauvoir Rd, Biloxi, MS 3953, from 10:30am until 11:30am. The funeral service will begin at 11:30am and will be followed by graveside services at Biloxi...
Earlene Pace Wilson
May 12, 2025
Earlene Wilson, 87, is remembered by her family as a loving mother and grandmother. Mrs. Wilson, who went to be with her Lord on May 12, 2025, was born in Columbia, MS, on April 15, 1938, to Rosa Mae and Luke Pace. She was the second daughter and fourth of sixth children who grew up in the country in Marion...
Norma "Ms Pete" Stanford
2025
Centenarian Norma Arlene Delk Stanford, known as “Ms. Pete”, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 12, 2025, surrounded by her loving family and caregivers. She dedicated her life to create a warm and nurturing home for her late husband of 44 years, Charles Frank Jr., and their three children.
Pete was born on August 13, 1923, in Atlanta Georgia, to William...
Walter Eugene Lucas, Jr.
May 11, 2025
Walter Eugene Lucas, Jr., age 77, of Houston, Alabama, passed away on May 11, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Judith Weekes Short
May 11, 2025
Judith Weekes Short, 76, of Saucier, MS passed away May 11, 2025 in Gulfport, MS. She was born in Spokane, WA to the late George and Eva Weekes. Later she resided in Oklahoma before moving to the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Survivors include her daughter, Tamera Marie Perkins; grandchildren, Jimi Lee Hodges and Jake Charles Hodges; and great grandchild, Addyson K. Hodges....
Justin David Weems
May 9, 2025
Justin David Weems, age 42, passed away on May 9 2025 in Long Beach, MS.
As an avid sailor, Justin loved anything pertaining to the water where he spent as much time as he could, whether working or for pleasure. He could also turn a piece of wood and some sauces into a tasty meal.
He was preceded in death by his...
Lucile Margaret Hanstine Crosby
May 8, 2025
Lucile Margaret Hanstine Crosby, age 76, born on January 12, 1949, in Biloxi, entered into her heavenly home on May 8, 2025. Lucile's journey through life was characterized by her unwavering faith, love for family and friends, and strong commitment to her community.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry Reuben Hanstine and Shirley Marion Hanstine; and her brothers,...
Terry Allen Ostenson
May 8, 2025
Terry Allen Ostenson, age 69, of Biloxi, passed away on May 8, 2025.
Terry was born in Muskegon, Michigan. He was in the U.S. Marine Corps. After serving in the Marines, he worked for Mississippi Power Company, retiring in 2015. Terry also worked at Hairston Express, Oceaneering, and Mooney Aircraft.
Terry spent most of his free time bowling and was a member...
Henry Busby, Jr.
May 8, 2025
Henry Alexander Busby, Jr., a cherished individual and a respected member of his community, departed this life peacefully on May 8, 2025, in Diamondhead, Mississippi. Born on August 13, 1943, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Henry lived a life characterized by dedication to his family and commitment to his profession.
Henry enjoyed a fulfilling career as a Program Manager in the shipbuilding...
Donna Jean Whitfield
May 8, 2025
Donna Rippy Whitfield, age 68, of Vancleave, Mississippi, passed away on May 8, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi. Born on August 30, 1956, in Gulfport, Donna was a lifelong native of the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Donna was preceded in death by her father, Irvin Rippy Sr.; her mother, Rebecca May Rippy; and her sister, Helen Ann Bryant (Fred).
She is survived by her...
George Edward Holetz
May 7, 2025
George Edward Holetz of Diamondhead, passed away on Wednesday, May 7, 2025 in Biloxi at the age of 87.
He is preceded in death by his parents, George Edward Holetz and Gertrude "Patricia" Holetz; his father-in-law, Fred E. Gondrella; mother-in-law, Annie Serita Gondrella; brother-in-law, Frederick Harry Gondrella, Sr., and sister-in-law, Janet Sexton.
George is survived by his wife of 64 years, Beverly...
Lowery Key Bounds
May 7, 2025
Lt. Colonel (retired) Lowery Key Bounds, 96, passed away Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at his home in Ocean Springs, MS.
Lt. Col. Bounds was a native of Bailey, MS and a graduate of East Mississippi Junior College and Mississippi State University. After college he worked as a draftsman for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers before joining the United States Air...
John "Harry" Ladner, Sr.
May 7, 2025
John "Harry" Ladner, Sr., a beloved member of the Delisle community and dedicated family man, passed away on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi, at the age of 79. Born on August 13, 1945, Harry was a long-time resident of Delisle, where he cherished the time spent with his family and friends.
After graduating from Pass Christian High School in...
Lorenza L. Cuevas
May 7, 2025
Lorenza L. Cuevas, age 79, passed away on May 7, 2025 in Gulfport, MS.
No services are scheduled at this time.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport is serving the family.
An online obituary may be viewed, and memories shared at www.RiemannFamily.com
Paula Graham
May 7, 2025
Paula Graham, 73, of Gulfport, MS passed away May 1st, 2025. Services are private with Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport assisting the family.
CSM Alan D. Simmons (US Army - Retired)
May 6, 2025
Retired Command Sergeant Major
Alan Dale Simmons, Sr.
November 14, 1945 - May 6, 2025
Alan Simmons, 79, of Gulfport, Mississippi, entered into the presence of the Lord Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at The Biloxi V.A. Medical Center, with loved ones by his side.
Alan was a native of Gulfport and educated at Harrison Central High School, where he played multiple sports. He completed...
Howard David Edwards
May 6, 2025
Howard David Edwards, age 74, of Kiln, passed away on May 6, 2025, in Gulfport, Mississippi.
Born in Gulfport to the late Howard A. and Oletta Lambert Edwards, Howard was a proud graduate of Gulfport High School and went on to earn several trade certifications. A true master of many crafts, he worked in refrigeration, plumbing, carpentry, auto mechanics, and general...
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