OBITUARIES
Jerry Thomas Brewer
May 6, 2026
Jerry Thomas Brewer, born on September 14, 1951, in Greenwood, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2026, in Gulfport, Mississippi. He was surrounded by family at the time of his passing.
Jerry grew up in Pascagoula, Mississippi, and later moved to Petal, where he met his beloved wife, Betty, on the baseball field. During his working years, Jerry was employed...
Daniel Alan Kelley
May 5, 2026
Daniel Alan Kelley, (Dan, Danny, Monk, Danno) 64, a beloved son, brother and friend passed away on May 5, 2026 in Gulfport, Mississippi. Born August 21, 1961, at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Camden, New Jersey, Dan was the youngest of our family of five boys and one girl. He moved to Mississippi when he was nine years old...
Michael Dennis Knieriem
May 4, 2026
Michael Dennis Knieriem, age 76, entered into eternal rest on May 4, 2026.
A full tribute to his life will be posted soon.
Services are currently pending.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, West Jackson County, is honored to serve the family during this difficult time.
Wayne Reed
May 4, 2026
Arnold “Wayne” Reed, a resident of Ocean Springs, MS., passed away on May 4, 2026, in Long Beach, MS.
Known to his friends and family as Wayne, he grew up in the St. Martin community but was a graduate of DIberville High School. Wayne enjoyed fishing watching sports, cooking and playing with his grandbabies.
Wayne is survived by his loving wife of...
Dona Marie Stockstill White
May 3, 2026
Dona Marie Stockstill White, age 65, of Long Beach, passed away on May 3, 2026.
A visitation will be on Monday, May 11, 2026, from 11:30 am - 1 pm at the Riemann Family Funeral Home, 19130 Commission Road, Long Beach. The funeral service will be at 1 pm in the funeral home chapel. Interment will be in Finley Cemetery.
A full...
Joseph Robert Kerr, Jr.
May 3, 2026
Joseph Robert Kerr, Jr. passed away on May 3, 2026 in Gulfport, MS.
Family is currently composing a full obituary to be posted soon.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, 19130 Commission Rd, Long Beach, MS is serving the family.
Louise Holston
May 3, 2026
Louise Holston, age 76, passed peacefully at her home on May 3, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She is now whole and at home.
Louise was born on October 1st, 1949, in Gulfport, MS to the late James and Dorthy Curvin. She is reunited with many loved ones who preceded her in death, including her husband, Mike “Mikey” Holston; their...
Fay Russell Castiglia
May 3, 2026
Fay Russell Castiglia, age 85, of Long Beach, passed away on May 3, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her parents, O.B. and Jewel Russell; her husband, Frank Castiglia, Sr; a daughter-in-law, Vivian Castiglia; and a grandson, Christopher Castiglia.
Mrs. Castiglia is survived by her children, Frankie Castiglia, Russell Castiglia, Cheryl (Howell) Yarbrough, and Julie (Terrell) LaFontaine; her grandchildren, Laura (Jared)...
Lorraine C. Jennings
May 2, 2026
Lorraine Catherine (Becker) Jennings peacefully entered her Heavenly home on May 2, 2026, surrounded by the love and memories of a life beautifully lived. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, Lorraine’s gentle spirit and loving heart touched all who knew her.
Born in Alden, New York, Lorraine later made Biloxi, Mississippi, her home for more than 51 years. She...
Daniel Woodrow Wilson
May 1, 2026
DANIEL WOODROW WILSON
November 21, 1933 — May 1, 2026
Daniel Woodrow Wilson, a man of profound courage, quiet strength, and an unwavering heart, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2026, in Gulfport, MS. He was 92 years old. Born in Red Star and raised in Minden, WV, Daniel was the true embodiment of a life well-lived—a man who dedicated himself to...
Kimberly A. Burge
May 1, 2026
Kimberly A. Burge, age 62, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
A full tribute to her life will be shared at a later time.
No services have been planned at this time.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is honored to serve the family during this difficult time.
SSgt John H Griffith, U.S. Army, Ret.
May 1, 2026
SSgt John H. Griffith, U.S. Army, Ret, age 79, of Kiln, passed away on May 1, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Kathryn Vera Griffith; a son, John M. Griffith; a daughter, Aimee Bobbitt; his mother, Louise Bell Black (Bill); his father, Kay Griffith; a sister, Nellie Adams; and a granddaughter, Katie Bobbitt.
Mr. Griffith is survived by his...
Marjorie W. Mckay
Apr 30, 2026
Marjorie W. McKay, age 87, entered into eternal rest on April 30, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
A full tribute celebrating her life will be shared soon.
In keeping with her wishes, no services are planned at this time.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Pass Christian, is honored to walk alongside the family during this difficult time.
Rita Belle Meyers
Apr 30, 2026
Rita Belle Meyers, age 91, of Gulfport, Mississippi, entered into eternal rest on April 30, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born in Palmetto, Louisiana, Rita was a woman of quiet strength, deep faith, and unwavering devotion to her family. A proud high school graduate, she lived a life centered on love, sacrifice, and service. As a Navy wife...
Nancy Soder
Apr 30, 2026
Nancy Jane Soder, age 88 of Biloxi, passed away surrounded by her family on Thursday, April 30, 2026.
She was born on November 14, 1937, in Miamisburg, OH, to Elmer and Ruby Hartzell. Nancy worked as head librarian the D’Iberville Library for 21 years. She loved her co-workers and her patrons. After retirement, Nancy enjoyed driving to Ohio and spending time...
Phyllis Arlene Shippee
Apr 29, 2026
Phyllis Arlene Shippee age 65, of D’Iberville, MS passed away on April 29, 2026, surrounded by the immense love she gave so freely. Born to William and Jeraldine Ebberman on October 29, 1960, in Vicksburg, MS and later moved to the Gulf Coast where she attended Biloxi High School and remained a resident of D’Iberville for over 30 years. Phyllis...
Eva Susan Ross Foy
Apr 29, 2026
Eva Susan Ross Foy, age 74 of Pass Christian, MS, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on April 29, 2026. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness, education, and a profound love for her family and friends.
Susan was born on March 19, 1952 in Tifton, GA to the late Myrtle Weaver Ross and the late Charles Wilton Ross. She...
Ryan Duckie Adam
Apr 29, 2026
Infant Ryan Duckie Adam passed away April 29th 2026, in Gulfport, MS.
Ryan was preceded in death by her great-grandmothers, Carolyn Adam and Mary Ellen Montgomery; two great-grandfathers, Clayton Adam and Jimmie Ray Hoda; Uncle, Tanner Adam; Cousin, Everett Hoda; and Great Aunt, Mary Lynn Necaise.
Ryan is survived by her parents, Trevor and Jessica Adam and brother, Rhett Adam of Diamondhead,...
Ada A. Toups
Apr 29, 2026
Ada Toups, age 101, passed away peacefully in 2026, leaving behind a lifetime defined by love, warmth, and deeply cherished memories for all who knew her.
A devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Ada’s family was the center of her world. She is survived by her daughter Paula; her sons Robert and Patrick; her grandson Robert; her granddaughters Emily, Shawanda and Melissa;...
Charles V. Cabalero Jr.
Apr 29, 2026
Charles V. Cabalero Jr., age 79, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
A full tribute celebrating his life will be shared soon.
In accordance with his wishes, no services are planned at this time.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Waveland, is honored to serve the family during this difficult time.
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