OBITUARIES
Captain Phillip John Kies, U.S. Coast Guard, Ret.
Jun 9, 2026
Captain Phillip John Kies, U.S. Coast Guard, Ret, age 88, of Long Beach, passed away on June 9, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Kies; a son, Darrell Kies; his parents, William Kies and Christina Kies; and a sister, Christian Kall.
He is survived by a son, Darren Kies (Tracy); a sister, Judy Kies; 3 grandchildren, Brady Kies...
Betty Maxine Sowers
Jun 8, 2026
Betty Maxine Sowers, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and dedicated educator, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 8, 2026, in Zachary, Louisiana. Born Betty Maxine Taylor on August 4, 1943, in Burlingame, Kansas, she lived a life marked by unwavering commitment to her family, faith, and community.
A lifelong learner, Betty earned her Associates Degree in Education, which paved the way...
Kathleen Ann Wilson
Jun 7, 2026
Kathleen A. Wilson of Long Beach, Mississippi passed away peacefully on June 7, 2026, in Gulfport, Mississippi with her family at her side. Kathy was born on August 25, 1949, in Council Bluffs, Iowa.
Kathy was preceded in death by her high school sweetheart and beloved husband, Larry Wilson; son, Eric Wilson; parents, LeRoy and Helen Holsapple; brothers, Kenny Jessen and...
Teresa Renee Heal
Jun 7, 2026
In Loving Memory of
Teresa Renee Heal
December 3, 1965 – June 7, 2026
“Many women do noble things, but you surpass them all.” -Proverbs 31:29
With heavy hearts and endless love, we celebrate the life of Teresa Rene Heal, born December 3, 1965, in Memphis, Tennessee and entered her heavenly home on June 7, 2026. Teresa spent her life sharing her love, laughter,...
William T. Ritchie
Jun 6, 2026
William Troy Ritchie (80), a longtime resident of Ocean Springs, passed away on June 6, 2026, at the Biloxi VA Community Living Center.
He was born March 6, 1946, in Vicksburg, Mississippi, and spent his formative years in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1966. During his final station at Keesler Air Force Base in...
Elizabeth Hahn Carter
Jun 6, 2026
Elizabeth Hahn Carter (Betty), age 89, entered glory surrounded by her family on Saturday, June 6th, 2026, in Gulfport, MS after a lengthy illness. She fought the battle and kept her faith, and she is now with Jesus.
She was born on April 1st, 1937, in Pensacola, Florida to the late Charles and Malzie Hahn. She was raised in the Baptist...
Joy Burns
Jun 5, 2026
Joy Burns, 60, of Saucier, Mississippi, entered into the arms of her Lord and Savior on June 5, 2026, in New Orleans, Louisiana, with her loving family by her side.
Joy was a faithful servant of God, a devoted wife, a loving mother, a cherished grandmother, a beloved sister, and a treasured friend. Throughout her life, she demonstrated remarkable strength, unwavering...
LeRoy Keith Morgan
Jun 5, 2026
LeRoy Keith Morgan, 61, of Biloxi, MS, passed away Friday, June 5, 2026.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 11, 2026, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, at Riemann Family Funeral Home, 11280 Three Rivers Rd., Gulfport.
A funeral service will begin at 2:00 PM, Friday, June 12, 2026, at the Funeral Home Chapel. The burial will follow at Coalville Cemetery,...
Dawn Felton
Jun 5, 2026
Dawn Felton, 65, of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2026.
Mrs. Felton was known for her deep appreciation of nature and her love of the outdoors. She found peace and joy in the natural world and cherished the time she spent outside. She was also a dedicated advocate for Autism Awareness within the Gulfport and Harrison County School...
Thomas Henry Harvey, Jr.
Jun 4, 2026
After a long courageous battle, with his wife Debbie beside him each step of the way, Tom lost his battle with Huntington Chorea Disease. He entered Heaven on June 4, 2026.
Tom dedicated his life to serving our country. He loyally served in the U.S. Air Force, retiring after 26 years as an E7 Master Sergeant. While in the Air Force,...
Kimberly Ann Harris
Jun 3, 2026
Kimberly (Kim) Ann Branscum Harris went to her heavenly home on June 3, 2026, while surrounded by the love of her family and friends. She was born December 9, 1971, in Biloxi at Keesler AFB Medical Center to James and Sherry Branscum. She graduated from St. Martin High School in 1990 and went on to MGCCC and the University of...
Merry Beth Lyons
Jun 3, 2026
Merry Beth Herrington Lyons, 80, of Saucier, Mississippi, passed away on June 3, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Tommy Lyons of Learned, Mississippi, her parents, Jesse and Lerlene Herrington of Jackson, Mississippi and her son-in-law Travis Leggett, Sr. of Saucier Mississippi.
Merry is survived by her children, Carol Leggett of Saucier, Mississippi, Lori Travis (Troy) of Sulphur Springs,...
Jarvis James Bracknell
Jun 2, 2026
Jarvis Bracknell, a devoted family man and respected Operations Superintendent at the Diamondhead Water and Sewer District for nearly 17 years, passed away on June 2, 2026, in Metairie, Louisiana. Born on August 4, 1972, Jarvis’s life was marked by an unwavering commitment to those he loved and a selflessness that touched all who knew him.
A 1991 graduate of Harrison...
April Patton Lund (Thompson)
Jun 2, 2026
April Patton Lund (Thompson), born on March 28, 1972, in the vibrant city of New Orleans, LA, passed away surrounded by love on June 2, 2026, in Gulfport, MS. A soul marked by a sweet yet stubborn spirit, April’s presence was always illuminated by a beautiful smile that captivated the hearts of those around her.
Her journey through life was rooted...
Brenda Gayle Graybeal
Jun 2, 2026
Brenda Gayle Graybeal entered into the arms of her Savior on June 2, 2026, just days before her 83rd birthday. Her life was a beautiful testament to perseverance, devotion to family, faith and unconditional love.
Born on June 13, 1943, in Cisco, Texas, Brenda spent her early years in Eastland, Texas, where she attended elementary school. She later moved to Corpus...
Karl Andrus Aderer
Jun 1, 2026
Karl Andrus Aderer, age 84, of Waveland, passed away on Monday, June 1, 2026, in Biloxi.
The family will receive friends beginning at 1:00 PM on Friday, June 19, 2026, at Riemann Family Funeral Home, 141 Highway 90, Waveland, MS 39576. Military honors will be rendered at 3:00 PM, followed by a prayer service.
Cremation arrangements are being handled by Riemann Family...
Cora Lee Crosby
Jun 1, 2026
Cora Lee Crosby, born on November 9, 1942, in Poplarville, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026, in Picayune, Mississippi. She was surrounded by her family at the time of her passing.
Cora dedicated much of her working life to quality control at Oreck Vacuum manufacturing. She was a woman of great love and selflessness, best known as a devoted...
Caroline Lee McCaffrey
Jun 1, 2026
Caroline Lee McCaffrey, a devoted and cherished presence in the lives of many, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2026, at her residence in Gulfport, Mississippi, at the age of 81. Born on August 14, 1944, Caroline's life embodied grace, dedication, and the quiet strength of a loving heart.
A proud graduate of St. Francis Xavier Academy in Vicksburg, Mississippi, Caroline’s...
Rev. Charles Gilbert Clary
Jun 1, 2026
Rev. Charles Gilbert Clary, a proud native of Winter Haven, Florida, and resident of Hurley, Mississippi, decided to celebrate his 90th birthday a little early by peacefully transitioning to heaven on June 1, 2026.
He was a devoted preacher of the gospel for more than 50 years, pastoring Assembly of God churches in Ocracoke and Winston Salem, North Carolina; Wiggins and...
Ivey Lane Rawson
Jun 1, 2026
Ivey Lane Rawson, age 93, of Picayune, Mississippi, passed peacefully into the presence of his Lord and Savior on June 1, 2026, at his home surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on May 6, 1933, in Kosciusko, Mississippi, Ivey was one of eight children born to John Wilburn Rawson and Mabry Bell Ivey Rawson. He was preceded in death...
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