OBITUARIES
Timothy A. Roberts
Jan 19, 2026
Timothy Andrew Roberts, 59, of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away on January 19, 2026, following a courageous and hard-fought battle with cancer. In his final days, he was surrounded by the family he loved so dearly, and he took his last breath while holding the hand of his son, Kyle.
Born in Louisiana and raised in Long Beach, Mississippi, Timmy was a...
Ralph Edward Neumeier
Jan 18, 2026
Ralph Edward Neumeier, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and cherished friend, passed away on January 18, 2026, at the age of 81 in Gulfport, Mississippi. He was born on November 26, 1944, in Elkhorn, Wisconsin, and lived a life marked by dedication to his family, community, and service to his country.
Ralph proudly served in the United States Navy Seabees as...
Henry Christian Stiller Jr.
Jan 18, 2026
Henry Christian Stiller Jr., age 81, of Long Beach, Mississippi, passed away on January 18, 2026, in Gulfport, Mississippi.
Henry was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, and later made his home in Long Beach. MS.
He was preceded in death by his father, Henry Christian Stiller Sr.; his mother, Mary Frances Rowe Stiller; and his stepmother, Melida Stiller.
Henry is survived by his...
Maxine Louise Higdon
Jan 18, 2026
Maxine Louise Higdon, a cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 18, 2026, in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, at the age of 98. Born on March 19, 1927, in Indiana, Maxine's journey through life was marked by love, faith, and an unwavering commitment to family and community.
Maxine devoted many years of her professional life as a secretary...
Ralph G. Newman, Sr.
Jan 18, 2026
Ralph G. Newman, Sr., age 94, of Gulfport passed away January 18, 2026, in Gulfport.
He was born August 29, 1931, to Fred and Ollie Ladnier Newman of Fernwood. Ralph was a proud "Fernwood boy", evidenced by the quote in his Biloxi High School senior yearbook: "If it weren't for Fernwood, Biloxi would be unknown." He was the vice president of...
Judy Carol Meadows Bonner
Jan 17, 2026
Judy Carol Meadows Bonner was born July 28, 1950, at Magee, MS to parents Eugene and Willie Mae Meadows. She lived at Magee, Mendenhall, and New Hebron where she graduated High School in 1969. Married October 3, 1970, to Charles Bonner and was faithful, loving, and caring wife for 55 years 3 and 1/2 months.
Judy became a mother to two...
Leatha Michelle Coons
Jan 17, 2026
Leatha Michelle Saint Coons, born on September 21, 1967, in Maryland, passed away on January 17, 2026, in Pascagoula, MS. Leatha was a dedicated teachers aid who enjoyed her work in Kentucky for many years. About 15 years ago, she moved to the Gulf Coast, where she continued to make an impact through her kindness and dedication.
Leatha had a passion...
Martha Hendrick Chapin
Jan 17, 2026
Martha Hendrick Chapin, age 90, passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2026, in Gulfport, MS.
A visitation will be held 10:00AM - 11:00AM, Monday, January 26, 2026, at St. James Catholic Church, 366 Cowan Rd, Gulfport, MS. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00AM.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Glenda Faye Fleming
Jan 17, 2026
Glenda Faye Fleming, age 61 of Saucier, MS passed away January 17, 2026, surrounded by her family.
She was in Information Technology prior to opening and running a bookstore in North Gulfport. She is survived by her husband Patrick Fleming.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport is assisting the family.
Jordan Bryant McCrary
Jan 16, 2026
Jordan Bryant McCrary, born on December 26, 1985, passed away on January 16, 2026. He was known for his compassion, relentless passion for advocating for those wronged, and his great sense of humor. Friends and family will remember him for his unwavering commitment to helping others.
A devoted and avid reader, Jordan took joy in sharing knowledge and supported students through...
Marsha Diana Schwartz
Jan 16, 2026
Marsha Diana Schwartz, 75 of Pass Christian, Mississippi, passed away at 9:00 p.m. Friday, January 16, 2026, surrounded by family in Ocean Springs Hospital, Ocean Springs, Mississippi due to complications associated with Alzheimer’s.
Marsha was born on December 17, 1950 in Sullivan, Illinois, the daughter of Charles and Rachel Murphy Taylor. As one of the Taylor girls, Marsha worked at the...
Agnes Lang
Jan 15, 2026
Agnes Lang, age 90 of Moss Point, passed away on January 15, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, West Jackson County, is serving the family.
David Dennis Williams
Jan 15, 2026
David Dennis Williams, age 79, of Diamondhead, passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026, in Wiggins.
He is preceded in death by his son, Andrew Williams.
David is survived by his wife of 15 years, Linda Williams, and his grandson, Talon Williams.
David was a Vietnam Veteran, serving in the United States Army. He was a Purple Heart recipient, a Bronze Star recipient,...
N. Maxine Parker
Jan 14, 2026
Nellie Maxine Parker, age 81, of Wiggins, Mississippi, passed away on January 14, 2026, at her home.
Maxine was born in Alabama and was a longtime resident of Wiggins. She attended some college and devoted her life to her family as a homemaker. Her life was centered on faith, service, and love for others. She had a heart for missions and...
Ronald R. Speck
Jan 13, 2026
Ronald R. Speck, age 78, of Diamondhead, passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Betty Speck; sister, Ruellen Speck; and his brother, Darryl Hankins.
Ronald is survived by his wife of 56 years, Patsie Speck, and his children, Brian Speck (Joni) and Jeffery Speck.
Mr. Speck was a native of Arkansas, but called...
Betty Ryan
Jan 13, 2026
Betty Ryan, age 91, of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family, on January 13, 2026.
Betty’s greatest joy in life was her family. A devoted and loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, she treasured time spent together and especially loved family gatherings filled with laughter and connection. She found comfort and happiness in the simple...
Rebecca B. "Becky" Smith
Jan 13, 2026
Rebecca B. Smith (“Becky”)
Rebecca B. Smith, lovingly known as “Becky,” passed away at her residence on January 13, 2026, after a lengthy illness. She was 82 years old.
Becky was born on March 8, 1943, in Houston, Mississippi. She was a longtime resident of Pass Christian, Mississippi, and remained deeply connected to both the Pine Belt and the Mississippi Gulf Coast...
Roger W. Stuckey
Jan 12, 2026
It is with broken hearts that we announce the passing of our cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, Roger W Stuckey, who passed away at the age of 88 on January 12, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.Roger was proceeded in death by his parents, William Grady and Mattie Ethel Stuckey; brother, Donald Eugene Stuckey; and sister, Margaret Helms.Roger...
John Lee Hanson, Jr.
Jan 11, 2026
John “Johnny” Lee Hanson, Jr., age 78 of Biloxi, MS, passed away on Sunday, January 11, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Marie and Augusta Windom and Gracie Bellais; and his parents, Louise and John Hanson, Sr.
Johnny is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Kathleen Cleary Hanson; his children, Jeffery (Dixie) Hanson and Joelle (Douglas) Daring;...
Kyle Robert White
Jan 10, 2026
Kyle Robert White, age 36, of Galaxy, MS, passed away on January 10, 2026.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
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