OBITUARIES
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.
Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at Ellisville First Methodist Church, 202 Church Street, Ellisville, MS 39437.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, 11280 Three Rivers Road, Gulfport, MS, is serving the family.
Jerome Cole Sr.
2026
Jerome Cole, Sr., age 77, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2026, in Pascagoula, MS. He was a long-time resident of Escatawpa, and enjoyed the outdoors and fishing.
Chief Petty Officer Jerome Cole Sr. retired from the United States Navy on July 31, 1993, after serving during the Vietnam War and earning numerous decorations including Vietnam Service Medal, Navy and Armed...
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, peacefully 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....
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
Valine Ladner, Jr.
Jan 28, 2026
Valine Ladner, Jr., age 89, passed away on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at Pass Oaks Personal Care home in Pass Christian, MS.
Valine was born on October 21, 1936, in Kiln, MS, and was the son of Valine Ladner, Sr., and Wilma Hoda Ladner.
He worked and retired from Ingalls Shipyard. He married Bonnie Page in 1981. Valine loved to play checkers...
Carolyn McNatt Leister
Jan 27, 2026
Carolyn Leister, age 77, of Woolmarket, passed away on January 27, 2026, in Long Beach.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Richard Leister; a son, John David Leister, and her mother, Hazel McNatt Webb.
Mrs. Leister is survived by her daughter, Kini Gonsoulin; a sister-in-law, Marilyn Rippeon (Greg); a brother-in-law, Michael Leister; 2 grandchildren, Jessica Leister and Case Gonsoulin;...
Preston Dewey Bond
Jan 27, 2026
Preston Dewey Bond, born on October 25, 1958, in Gulfport, MS, passed away peacefully at his residence in Long Beach, MS, on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. He was a dedicated house painter, known for his skill and attention to detail, which reflected his love for his craft.
Preston's life was enriched by his passion for fishing, which he pursued fervently throughout...
Denise Craig Clark
Jan 25, 2026
Denise Craig Clark, age 69, of Gulfport, passed away Sunday, January 25, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her father, James "Boots" Craig; and her mother, Ethel Rouse Craig.
Denise is survived by her husband of 8 years, Linus W. Clark; daughter, Shelley R. Holland (Michael Paola); sons, James C. Adam and Brandon J. Necaise; grandchildren, Gage Holland, Conner Holland, and...
James P. Mooney Sr.
Jan 25, 2026
James P. Mooney, age 76, entered eternal rest on January 25, 2026.
He was preceded in death by his parents, David J. Mooney and Maureen C. Mendenhall; his sister, Carole Strickler (Tom); and his brother, David D. Mooney (Judy).
He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Mary T. Mooney; his children and their spouses, James P. Mooney, Jr. (Janine), Chris...
Michael Raymond Callecod
Jan 25, 2026
Our father, Michael Raymond Callecod, passed away peacefully early this morning, Sunday, January 25, 2026. We are thankful that he is now at rest and so appreciative for the care he received at Crown Care in Wiggins, MS.
Dad was a hard worker, perfectionist, and so proud of his career in health & safety as well as his leadership in Ergonomics...
Dorothy Marie Savarese Clifford
Jan 25, 2026
Dorothy “Dot” Marie Savarese Clifford, age 83, of Long Beach, went to her Heavenly Home on January 25, 2026.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Jimmy and Marie Savarese; her sister, Bert Mueller; and a great-grandson, Caden DiLorenzo.
Mrs. Clifford was a homemaker and the best wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was a faithful member of First Baptist Church...
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