OBITUARIES

May 2, 2024

James Howard Lizana, 81 of Gulfport, MS passed away peacefully at his home on May 2, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.  He was born on December 8, 1942 in Gulfport, MS to the late Adolph & Evelyn Necaise Lizana.  Howard is preceded in death by his parents; 7 brothers, Edward Lizana, Alphonse Lizana, Elder Lizana, Harold Lizana, Ralph Lizana,...

Apr 30, 2024

Charlene  Ann Smuck, age 79, of Diamondhead, passed away on Tuesday, April 30, 2024.A full tribute will posted soon.Riemann Family Funeral Home, Pass Christian, is honored to serve the Smuck family. 

Apr 30, 2024

Derek Lee Wynn, a dedicated professional who spent 40 years at W & W of Alexandria, Inc. in various leadership roles including Vice President and President, passed away on April 30, 2024, in Pass Christian. He was born on May 27, 1960, in Palo Alto, CA.Throughout his life, Derek achieved many milestones, but among his proudest accomplishments were completing the...

Apr 30, 2024

Rachel Jean Bell, age 48, of Biloxi, passed away on April 30, 2024. She was born on April 29, 1976, in Biloxi, Mississippi, to Robert Michael Bell and Susan Jane Holifield. Rachel graduated from St. Martin High School in 1993 and went on to earn a Bachelor of Science degree from Tulane University, where she was recognized as Summa Cum...

Apr 29, 2024

Dave Bowen, 75 of Biloxi formerly of Georgia and Michigan passed away on April 29, 2024 at Memorial Hospital in Gulfport.  He was born on November 20, 1948 in Trenton, Michigan to the late Robert “Bob” & Edith Bowen.  Dave is preceded in death by his parents.

Dave enjoyed having a good time and always enjoyed Cruising the Coast and his...

Apr 29, 2024

Skyler Jaxon Otis, age 16, known to his family and friends as Jack, passed away on April 29, 2024, at his home in Gautier, MS., leaving his family and friends shocked and heartbroken.A Celebration of Jacks life will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2024, from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at The Church of Christ located at 11101 MS-57,...

Apr 29, 2024

Elizabeth "Betty" Taylor, age 81 of Biloxi, passed away on Monday, April 29, 2024.She was preceded in death by her father, Jessie Fletcher; mother, Edna Reed; and brother, Jerry Fletcher.Betty was survived by her children, Vicki Taylor and Paul Taylor; and grandson, Lowry Taylor.Betty was a native of Potts Camp, MS. She worked at Memorial Hospital in Gulfport as a...

Apr 29, 2024

Sarah Elizabeth “Jackie” Berry went to be with her Lord on April 29, 2024.Jackie was born January 29, 1931, in Alamo, Georgia to Neal Thomas Clark and Sarah Elizabeth Arenvia Clark. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by, seven brothers, four sisters and several nieces and nephews. After finishing high school, Jackie graduated from Southern Business University...

Apr 29, 2024

Robert Roy Grey, age 61 of Kiln, Mississippi passed away April 29, 2024.  Born on September 27, 1962, in Pennsylvania to the late Howard and Judith Hughes, he later moved to the Mississippi Coast and worked as an auto mechanic.  He was known for his karaoke talent he loved to share.

Along with his parents he was preceded in death by...

Apr 28, 2024

Matthew Joseph Necaise, age 58, of Kiln, MS, passed away on, Sunday, April 28, 2024.He is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Claude and Laurine Cuevas; paternal grandparents, Farley and Annie Ruth Necaise; and his father, David Necaise.He is survived by his mother, Cheryl Smith; daughters, Pearlanna Necaise and Kayla Necaise; his brothers, Mark (Ofelia) Necaise and Kirk (Stevee)...

Apr 28, 2024

Apr 25, 2024

(Ulrich) Carlton Pool, 83, left this life peacefully at his home in Diamondhead, Mississippi on Thursday, April 25, 2024. His beloved wife, Soni, his constant companion, caretaker, and joyful partner, was with him in his final moments.Carlton was born in Nacogdoches, Texas on July 14, 1940, to Frank and Thelma Pool. He was the older brother to TJ (Thelma Jean),...

Apr 25, 2024

Joseph "Joey" Corbin, 53, of Gulfport, Mississippi, passed away on April 25, 2024.

Joey’s journey began with his education at the Louisiana School for Math Science and the Arts, followed by his short time at LSU where he cultivated a lifelong love for learning and curiosity. As a dedicated veteran of the Army National Guard, Joey exemplified a commitment to service,...

Apr 24, 2024

Kenneth Richard Leister, age 76, of D'Iberville, passed away on April 24, 2024.Arrangements are pending at the Riemann Family Funeral Home, Long Beach.

Apr 24, 2024

Billy “Don” West, age 79, passed away on April 24, 2024. He was born on January 22, 1945 in Philadelphia, Mississippi to Harold O. West and Era Simmons. He attended Union High School, in Union, Mississippi. After high school he attended East Central Junior College and went on to the University of Mississippi where he obtained a degree in pharmacy...

Apr 24, 2024

Kathryn A. Whyte, age 83, passed away on April 24, 2024. She was a resident of Gulfport, MS. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at 2:30 PM, at First Free Church of God Cemetery, Gulfport. Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport is serving the family. www.RiemannFamily.com

Apr 23, 2024

Paul Frank Russell, age 75 of Long Beach passed away peacefully at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on October 17, 1948 in Gulfport, MS to the late Paul & Mary Jane Russell. He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Brenda Page, Barbara Smith, and Charles Russell.

Frank was the most hardworking person you will ever...

Apr 23, 2024

Wanda Delois Newman born November 10, 1941, in Leakesville, Green County, Mississippi to AJ and Esther Waltman Cooley, went home to be with the Lord on April 23, 2024, at the age of 82.She was a resident of Long Beach, Mississippi since 1960. She has always called her property on Harris Avenue "God's Little Acre". She was a direct descendant...

Apr 23, 2024

Claudia Mae Creamer, age 80, of Diamondhead, Mississippi passed away April 23, 2024.Riemann Family Funeral Home, Waveland, is assisting the family. She was sent to Miles Funeral Home in Holden, MA, for services.

Apr 21, 2024

Victor John Labat, age 91, of Bay St. Louis, MS passed away Monday April 21, 2024.The family is planning a Celebration of Life service at a later date.Riemann Family Funeral Home, Waveland, is assisting the family.