OBITUARIES
Reginald Wayne Richards
Jul 3, 2025
Reginald Wayne Richards, age 93, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2025, in Pascagoula, Mississippi. He was known fondly to friends and family as Regg, Reggie, or Tang.
A full tribute will be available soon.
Funeral services will be held Friday, July 11, 2025 at 10:00 am, with visitation on hour prior at Riemann Family Funeral Home, 13782 Lemoyne Blvd. Biloxi, MS....
Marlin Keith Ladner
Jul 3, 2025
Marlin Keith “Buck” Ladner, age 71, of Saucier, passed away on July 3, 2025.
Born in Gulfport to Herman and Eunice Cuevas Ladner, Marlin was a lifelong welder known for his love of hunting, fishing, and cooking chicken on his homemade grill. He brought humor and sarcasm to every conversation — if you asked what he was up to or what...
Albert Taylor
Jul 2, 2025
Albert Lee Taylor, 78, a decorated U.S. Navy Vietnam veteran and devoted family man, completed his earthly journey on Wednesday, July 2, 2025.
Friends are invited to join the family for visitation and services on Monday, July 14, 2025, at Riemann Family Funeral Home, 274 Beauvoir Road, Biloxi, MS 39531. Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until 12 Noon. The...
Grady G. Baggett, Jr.
Jul 2, 2025
Grady Baggett, Jr., age 96, a longtime resident of Biloxi, MS, passed away on July 2, 2025. Born on October 26, 1928, to Grady and Myrtle Baggett of Blackman, FL, Grady (fondly known as “Junior” by his close family) spent his early years working on the family farm. After graduating from Escambia Farms School in 1948, he enlisted in the...
Howard George Olsen
Jul 1, 2025
Howard George Olsen, age 79, of Gulfport, MS, passed away Tuesday, July 1, 2025.
A visitation will be held Saturday, July 12, 2025, from 1:00 PM until 4:00 PM at Riemann Family Funeral Home, 11280 Three Rivers Road, Gulfport, MS 39503.
Riemann Family Funeral Home in Gulfport is serving the family. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.riemannfamily.com.
Kathleen Jean Bender
Jul 1, 2025
Kathleen Jean Bender, age 72, of Ocean Springs, passed away on July 1, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving the family.
Margaret Earline O'Shields
Jul 1, 2025
Margaret Earline O'Shields, a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2025, in Pass Christian, surrounded by her family. Born on February 26, 1935, in Hancock County, she lived a fulfilling life dedicated to her family and her community.
Margaret was a devoted homemaker, creating a warm and nurturing environment for her loved ones....
Kerry "Sam" Searcy
Jun 30, 2025
Kerry “Sam” Searcy, passed away on Monday, June 30, 2025, in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, at the age of 73. Born on August 4, 1951, in Mississippi, Sam left an indelible mark on everyone he encountered.
A proud graduate of Harrison Central High School, Sam channeled his talents and hard work into his career as the owner and operator of A &...
Pat Cuevas
Jun 30, 2025
Rodney Patrick "Pat" Cuevas, age 58, passed away Monday, June 30, 2025.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ora and Julia Cuevas; and his unborn child.
Pat is survived by his loving wife, Cynthia "Sam" Cuevas; daughter, Brandy (Joey) Necaise; son, Bransan (Trista) Cuevas; grandchildren, Brendan Necaise, Braelyn Necaise, Adalyn Cuevas, and Kylie Cuevas; siblings, Melanie Dedeaux (Steve), Ora “Buddy”...
Joseph Robert Meadows, Sr.
Jun 29, 2025
Joseph R. Meadows, Sr., of Gulfport, passed away on Sunday, June 29, 2025. A full obituary will be posted in the near future.
Visitation will be held at First Baptist Church of Gulfport on Thursday, July 24, 2025, from 9:30am until the service begins at 11:00 am. Burial will be in Floral Hills Memorial Gardens.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is serving...
Lindsay Ryan Sentell - Smith
Jun 29, 2025
Lindsay Ryan Sentell - Smith, age 40, of Picayune, MS, passed away Sunday, June 29, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is assisting the family with arrangements.
Albert Shelton Metts, MSgt, USAF, (Ret.)
Jun 28, 2025
Albert Shelton Metts, MSgt, USAF (Ret.) passed away at the age of 93 on June 28, 2025, in Gulfport, MS where he was a resident since his retirement from the Air Force in 1971.
He was preceded in death by his most beloved wife, Peggie Dean Metts; his only son, James Albert Metts; his parents, C. Preston Metts and Sarah Laura...
Don Everette Enroth, Sr.
Jun 28, 2025
Don Everette Enroth, age 74, of Gulfport, MS, passed away Saturday, June 28, 2025.
Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, is assisting the family with arrangements.
Tuzette McNeil
Jun 28, 2025
Tuzette P. McNeil, age 84 of Diamondhead, passed away Saturday, June 28, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Henrietta Henderson; her loving husband of 56 years, Ronald McNeil, Sr.; and her sister, Marie Calogne.
Tuzette is survived by her children, Ronald McNeil, Jr., Thomas McNeil and Susanne McNeil Eng; seven grandchildren, and ten great grandchildren.
A native of...
Rosalie Elizabeth Allely
Jun 27, 2025
Rosalie Elizabeth Allely, 87, of Long Beach, Mississippi, passed away on June 27, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Edith Lackwood; her older brothers, Chuck and John; the father of her children, Philip B. Keith Jr.; and her late husband, Richard Allely.
Rosalie is survived by her daughter, Linda Sue, and three sons: Philip, John, and David....
Camren Alexander Dunn
Jun 27, 2025
Camren Alexander Dunn, born on January 21, 1999, in Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away on June 27, 2025, in Kiln, Mississippi.
Camren was a talented welder for Turner Industry and graduated from Hancock County High School, showcasing his commitment to both education and craftsmanship. He grew up and was raised in the Long Beach Community.
Known for his lively spirit and engaging personality,...
Patricia Ann Slocum
Jun 26, 2025
Patricia Ann Slocum, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on June 26, 2025, in Long Beach, Mississippi, surrounded by her loving family. Born on August 11, 1949, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Patricia was a cherished member of her community and a dedicated professional throughout her life.
Patricia's educational journey culminated in her graduation from Long Beach High School in...
Geraldine Diane Baden
Jun 26, 2025
Geraldine Baden, age 86, of Diamondhead, Mississippi, passed away on June 26, 2025, at Gulfport Memorial Hospital.
She was preceded in death by her husband, William N. Baden; her mother, Florence Grufman; her father, Dennis W. Grufman; and her brother, Neil Grufman.
She is survived by her nieces Tricia Lowe, Tracie Grufman; her great-niece Taylor Lowe; her great-nephew Tristan Lowe; her sister-in-law...
Edgar Lee McKay
Jun 25, 2025
Edgar Lee McKay (Red), age 100, of Gulfport, MS, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at St. Joseph Hospice in Gulfport.
Edgar Lee (Red) was born January 2, 1925, in Gulfport, MS to Edward D. McKay and Mandy Tanner McKay. He was the beloved husband to Addie Nell Pennington McKay (Penny), and devoted father to Johnny Lee McKay (Linda),...
Dorothy June Henderson
Jun 25, 2025
Mrs. Dorothy June Henderson (Dottie), age 86 of Ocean Springs, Mississippi, passed away on Wednesday, June 25, 2025.
She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Madge Plonkey.
Dottie is survived by her loving husband of nearly 61 years, Lee Henderson; her children, Beth (Rory, Sr.,) Downey, Laura (Dave) Sherman and David (Kelly) Henderson; her siblings, Frank Plonkey, Sr., Jack...
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