OBITUARIES
Karen Ann Nelms
Feb 8, 2026
Karen Ann Nelms, age 83, of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2026.
A full tribute to her life will be shared at a later time.
Services will be private.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is honored to serve the Nelms family during this difficult time.
Senior Master Sergeant Braxton Riley Pitts, US Air Force, Ret.
Feb 7, 2026
Senior Master Sergeant Braxton Riley Pitts, United States Air Force, Ret., age 97 of Ocean Springs, passed away on Saturday, February 7, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Owen Edward Pitts and Florance A. Pitts; his wife, Rita L Daub Pitts; his stepson, James A. Daub and Edward L Daub; his son-in-law, David McLaurin; a granddaughter, Morgan; five...
Teddy Madsen
Feb 6, 2026
Teddy Madsen, age 24, of Poplarville and Gulfport, passed away on February 6, 2026.
The family will have a private graveside service. Arrangements are being made for a public celebration on the beach in the coming days. Please refer to this website for updates.
The Teddy Madsen Memorial Fund has been set up at Cadence Bank and the account number is 84346709...
Sandra Champagne Winston
Feb 5, 2026
Sandra Champagne Winston, age 87, of Pace, FL passed away peacefully in Kiln, MS on Thursday, February 5, 2026.
She is survived by her two sons, James Winston (Pamela) and Stark Winston (Pauline), and her three grandchildren, Keeli (Daniel), Chase, and Conner.
A private funeral service will be held where she will be laid to rest at Pensacola Memorial Gardens.
Riemann Family Funeral...
Jerome Cole Sr.
2026
Jerome Cole Sr., age 77, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2026, in Pascagoula, MS. Born in Manassas, VA, on January 14, 1949, to Lewis and Carrie (Russell) Cole. He was a long-time resident of Escatawpa, MS.
Jerome Cole Sr. will be remembered for his quick wit, love of cooking, and enjoyment of the outdoors and fishing.
Chief Petty Officer Jerome Cole...
John "Buck" Harrison Robuck
Feb 4, 2026
John Harrison “Buck” Robuck passed away February 4, 2026. John was born in Lyman, South Carolina on May 4, 1934 to Charles and Elizabeth Robuck. The family moved to Georgia soon after his birth. Buck lived and died a Georgia Tech Yellow Jacket.
Buck was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps and enjoyed his time as a recruiter....
Lloyd Richard Ball, III
Feb 4, 2026
Lloyd Richard Ball III, age 63, of Ellisville, MS, passed away on February 4, 2026, in Gulfport, MS.
Richard was born in Jackson, Mississippi, and spent his early years in Ellisville. In junior high school he moved to Gulfport, where he made lasting memories and friendships, before returning to Ellisville to complete his later high-school years. He was a proud graduate...
Helen Marie Cuevas
Feb 4, 2026
Helen Marie Cuevas, born December 27, 1949, of Pass Christian passed away on February 4, 2026, in Bay Saint Louis, MS. surrounded by her loved ones.
Helen is preceded in death by her husband, Rudolph Horace Cuevas Jr.; parents, Louis and Vera Niolet; siblings, Louis Niolet Jr. and Barbara Cuevas; and granddaughter, Jenny Henderson.
She is survived by her children, Pam (Rodney)...
Margaret Elliott Baine
Feb 3, 2026
Margaret Baine, 82 of Gulfport, Mississippi, went home to be with her Savior, our Lord Jesus Christ, on February 3, 2026.
Margaret was born on September 7, 1943, to Joseph and Alice Elliott. She grew up inOnancock, Virginia, and spent most of her adult life on the Gulf Coast.Known to many as “Miss Meg,” she was admired for her faith, kindness,...
Romeo Gabriel Weaver
Feb 3, 2026
Romeo Gabriel Weaver, age 9 of Pass Christian, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his uncle, Jesse Guzman
Romeo is survived by his mother, Yesenia Guzman; his sister, Amora Pineda; his grandmother, Maria Gamboa; his grandfather, Jesus Guzman; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
Born in Gulfport and raised in Pass Christian, he attended the Harrison...
Lemara Daisy Mays
Feb 2, 2026
Lemara Daisy Mays, a warm and dedicated homemaker, passed away on February 2, 2026, in Biloxi, Mississippi, at the age of 79. Born on January 16, 1947, in Columbus, Ohio, Lemara led a full life that was rich with love and passion.
A native of Columbus, she made the move to the Gulf Coast later in life. This transition allowed her...
James Ross Norris
Feb 2, 2026
James Ross Norris, born on January 3, 1947, in the warmth of a loving family, passed away on February 2, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. A proud graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, James dedicated a significant portion of his career to Huntington Ingalls Industries, where his contributions were both valued and respected.
James was...
Anneitta Elizabeth Banks
Feb 2, 2026
On February 2, 2026, Anneitta Elizabeth Banks, age 97, completed her earthly journey and was reunited forever with her precious Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Having never retired from the work she loved, Sister Banks faithfully served as pastor of Fountain of Life Tabernacle Church in Lyman, Mississippi, a ministry she and her beloved husband, the late Reverend James E. Banks,...
David T. Sheff
2026
Mr. David T. Sheff, age 77, passed away on January 31, 2026 in Saucier, Mississippi.
Funeral services will be on Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 12:00 pm, with visitation starting at 11:00 pm, at Riemann Family Funeral Home, 274 Beauvoir Rd. Biloxi, MS. Interment with military honors will follow at 1:30 pm at Biloxi National Cemetery, 400 Veterans Ave. Biloxi, MS.
Riemann...
Camala L Fant
Jan 31, 2026
Camala L. Fant, age 56, of Gulfport, passed away on Saturday, January 31, 2026.
Camala was born April 22,1969 to Gerald Isabell and Bernadette Fant in Gulfport, Ms. She attended Mississippi Gulf Coast Junior College after graduating from St. John High School. She was actively involved in St. Teresa CYO and participated in the Vogue Socialite Debutante presentation in 1986. She later...
Edna Ruth Edwards
Jan 31, 2026
Edna Ruth Edwards, age 84, of Bay St. Louis, passed away on Saturday, January 31, 2026.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Lelia and Clarence Edwards; and her brother, Toby Edwards.
Ruth is survived by her children, Terri Blaylock (Wesley), and Ric Brown; grandchildren, Anthony Coleman (Andrea), Brandy Williams (Rodney), Raymond Entrekin (Amanda), Eric Brown (Beth), Ariel Brown, and Jeremy...
Emma Alina McDowell
Jan 30, 2026
Emma Alina McDowell, age 72, of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2026. She was born on February 8, 1953, in Quezon City, Philippines, and lived a life marked by quiet strength, devotion to her family, and a deep love for the simple comforts of home.
Emma was a very quiet and reserved person, speaking little unless she was...
Ardith Wiley Lacy
Jan 30, 2026
Ardith Wiley Lacy of Sellers, MS, went to her Lord on January 30, 2026, having recently celebrated her 90th birthday.
Ardith was a devoted wife, mother and servant to her church, Crane Creek Baptist. For over 69 loving years of marriage, Ardith and her husband, Ed, raised a family. She loved cooking and entertaining and later traveled the country volunteering for...
Carolyn Virginia Wink Pitts
Jan 30, 2026
Carolyn Virginia Wink Pitts, born on September 4, 1928, in Gulfport, Mississippi, and a treasured soul who graced our lives for 97 wonderful years, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2026, in Pass Christian, Mississippi.
Carolyn was a remarkable woman whose life was dedicated to caring for others. For 25 years, she served as a medical lab technician for Dr. Ben...
Kimberly Dana Buxmann
Jan 28, 2026
Kimberly Dana Buxmann, age 64 and of Biloxi, passed away on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at the Pillars Nursing Center in Biloxi.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Biloxi, is serving the family. Please sign the online guestbook and share memories at www.riemannfamily.com
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