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James Herring Obituary
Friends are invited to join the Herring family for visitation from 1 to 3 p.m. Sunday at Riemann Memorial Funeral Home, 274 Beauvoir Road, Biloxi. The Celebration of Life Service will follow at 3 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. Burial will be held by family at a later date in Picayune.
Memorial contributions may be made to Quality Hospice, 999 Howard Avenue, Suite 1, Biloxi, MS.
Born in Bainbridge on Jan. 20, 1940, he was the son of late Johnny and Agnes Herring.
After graduating from Midland City High School, he attended Troy State University. Upon graduation, he was commissioned into the United States Navy. After serving 7 1/2 years of active duty, he stayed in the Naval Reserves, while attending Auburn University, College of Veterinary Medicine, and graduated in 1975.
In 1978, Dr. Herring and his family moved to D'Iberville where he opened North Bay Animal Hospital.
In 1983, he retired from the USNR as a Commander. He retired in 2005 following Katrina, after 27 years of taking care of many of this community's pets, whose names he always remembered. He was active in many civic and community organizations.
He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Elizabeth Ann (Wilson) Herring of Biloxi; his son, James Ashley Herring of Harlingen, Texas; his daughter, Olivia Herring Tolson and husband, Brian of Coral Springs, Fla.; brother, John William Herring; sisters, Billie Jo Dasinger and husband, Bobby, and Kay Wingate and husband, Jesse, all of Midland City; his five grandchildren, John Ashton Herring, Dallas Herring, William Herring and Jacob Herring, all of Harlingen, Texas, and Halee Elizabeth Tolson of Coral Springs; his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Helen and John Wilson of Picayune, Miss.; sister-in-law, Libby Dobbyn and husband, Geoff of Gulfport; and seven nieces and nephews.
Riemann Memorial Funeral Home, 274 Beauvoir Road, Biloxi, (228)388-9516, is in charge of arrangements. An online guestbook may be viewed and signed via www.RiemannBiloxi.com. Sign the guest book at www.dothaneagle.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Herring
Danielle Brewer
June 29, 2007
My deepest sympathy on the passing of Dr. Herring. My heart goes out to all his family.
Tom and Sandra Paramore
May 18, 2007
We just heard of your lose and you have thoughts and prayers. Tom and Sandra Paramore
Dearl Williams
May 8, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. As a childhood playmate and classmate of "jimmy's" I am truly saddened by his passing. I am very sorry I did not know in time to pay my respects.
Robin King
April 30, 2007
I will miss Doctor Herring ,He took care of my animals since I was little and after I was married he was still there for me..I am sorry for your loss. Robin& James King
Gussie Wilson
April 30, 2007
To Doctor Herring's wife and family.
You have our deepest sympathy,We will miss Doctor Herring he was a good man so caring.He took good care of all our animals and loved them like they were his own.You are all in our prayers.Ronald and Gussie Wilson
Mary Ann kwiecinski
April 29, 2007
My dear cousin, Jim. I remember so many good times with you when we were growing up and I also have many fond memories of out visits with you and Ann. I miss you all ready and pray that you are at peace.
Jimmy & Sara Skipper
April 28, 2007
When we were all young, we used to play together in Floyd Ward's yard. Often we ate together and had many fun times. Jimmy
As a teenager I remember how handsome Jim was and how all the girls wanted to date him. Sara
The love and care you have shown for Jim during his life and during his illness are a witness of your love for him. You continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. You are all very precious to us.
jo dasinger
April 27, 2007
I love you so much, I will never forget the good times we had together as young people. I am so glad that I got to spend time with you before you got too sick to remember, and I am glad that I was at your side when you left us. I will always love you, Your Sister Billie Jo
Claire and Bill Shackelford
April 26, 2007
Ann, Olivia,Ashley,
He will be missed by many.I am sure he and Belle will be hunting in heaven.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Steve & Jean Dobbyn
April 26, 2007
Ann,
We are so very sorry for your loss and pray for comfort for you and your family.
Jimmy & Mary Bourdin
April 24, 2007
Dear Anne, Olivia & Ashley,
Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Love,
Caroline Fountain
April 24, 2007
Olivia, Mrs. Ann, Ashley-
I am very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you and your family. I love you Olivia.
Tina Fountain-Gauthe'
April 24, 2007
Dear Ashley, Olivia & Miss Ann,
Dr. Herring was our family Vet and our trusted friend. He was a sweet gentle soul with a warm, contagious smile who will be sadly missed. God bless your family!
Tina Fountain-Gauthe' DHS CLASS '83
Diane McCarty
April 23, 2007
Anne,
I am so sorry for your loss, your whole family is in my prayers at this time of sadness. I remember many happy stories about your family during our time working together. May God comfort all of you.
Love, Diane
Barbara Tucker
April 23, 2007
Anne, I am so sorry for your loss.
"Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints."PS 116:15
I worked at East Central with you, Diane McCarty, Cindy Hassell, and Paula Lucas. We had some good times.
Love, Barbara
Olivia, Brian and Halee Tolson
April 23, 2007
He was a great father and grandfather. He will be missed by all. I love you, daddy!!
Pam Bauman
April 23, 2007
Doc's Family,
Enjoyed many conversations w/Doc & you (Ann) over the years @ David's Fishing Camp. He was a wonderful person & missed seeing him since Katrina. He always seemed to have a smile on his face.
You are in our prayers.
Pam & Lin (Pam - Judy's neice)
Norma Wilson (Judy's sister)
Norb and Maryann Graczyk
April 22, 2007
We were so saddened to read that Dr. Herring had passed away. Our deepest sympathy is extended to all of his family.
We will always have the fondest memories of the kindness he extended to us whenever we brought our "Queenie" into his service. He provided excellent examples to our children on how to take care of our precious dog from her earliest days until she grew very old. He was a long-time partner in care.
While teaching in d'Iberville, Maryann valued his help and point of view as a parent. One telephone call in particular thanking her for a special lesson taught in his son's class has always been a treasured memory.
We will miss Jim and will keep his family in our prayers.
Dennis Selig
April 22, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Herring family--your loss is shared by those whose lives Jim touched by his serving as a dedicated and compassionate veterinarian. I can remember sitting at a veterinary meeting that Jim was attending and marvelling at his intelligence, devotion and wisdom. I remember thinking that, when I reach Jim's age and years in practice, I will be doing OK if I could still be as interested in my profession, be as informed, resourceful and dedicated to my clients as Jim was to his.
He was a good Naval officer, veterinarian, husband, father, and friend who will be missed by those who knew him. God bless.
Larry & Frances McCarn
April 22, 2007
Dear Ann and Family
So sorry to hear about Jim. Verlin gave us the news today (22).
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Karen Christensen
April 22, 2007
It was an honor to know Doc and all the good things he did in his lifetime. Our family's sympathy and love to each one of you, now and in the future.
Ginny Christensen
April 22, 2007
Words are not enough to express the deepest sorrow and regret, I have over Doc's passing. When we had a little private time November of 2006, he gave me a bit of advice that sounded exactly like my Dad. His words will always be with me for the rest of my days. Doc said,"Life is very short. And you need to learn to have a little fun and not be so serious. Things you do not understand will pass. When you learn to have a little fun is when you will find the promise of tomorrow. Once you find the fun in life, everything you want will begin to happen."
God Bless the Herring family and friends who may be reading this.
The Staff of Riemann Funeral Home
April 22, 2007
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
kathleen smithson
April 21, 2007
Dr Herring took care of our family pets from the late 70's and mid 80's.through Fredrick and many other Hurricanes until we went back overseas. The kindness he showed to the animals was amazing.We were blessed to have known him and we extend our sympathies to you.
Joe and kathleen Smithson
Larry & Betty Lou Spooner
April 21, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bridgid Brug
April 21, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love, Bridgid, Pat and girls.
Susan Wilson
April 21, 2007
Dear Ann and Family,
I wish I was there to share in the celebration of Jim's life. I knew him as a sensitive family member, working DVM and wildlife caretaker.
How I wish I had known him more.
My life has been better for your family. My prayers are with you all this weekend.I love you.
Sincerely,
Susan Wilson
Dixie Reynolds
April 21, 2007
My prayers and thoughts are with Jimmy's family and loved ones.
I have nothing but fond memories of Jimmy. He was a great guy.
Jenny Warder
April 21, 2007
My condolences...I was sad to hear the news Thursday. My thoughts are with you Ann, Olivia and Ashley.
Benny & Peggy (Fulford) Jones
April 21, 2007
Our Prayers are with you at this time.
Louis and Becky Boothe
April 21, 2007
I shall always cherish the happy times we experienced as friends and senior classmates, MCHS Class of 1958.
We share in your loss yet look to the resurrection and life with our Lord and Savior.
Margaret Walsh
April 21, 2007
As you celebrate Jim's life may the healing powers of God's love bless you.
Much love and prayers, Frank and Margaret
David and Lucy Hale
April 21, 2007
From 1989 until 2005, Dr. Herring cared for the abandoned animals that we adopted and brought into our home. He remembered their names whenever we took them to Dr. Herring. Many times we had to call Dr. Herring on a holiday or a weekend to treat an emergency for a sick or injured animal. He would meet us at his office, showing no sign that he had been inconvenienced. It would be routine for him to call and check on his "patients."
We will truly miss Dr. Herring. He was a gentle man who cared for the little creatures on the Coast. May the Herring family be comforted knowing that Dr. Herring left an impact on the families that trusted him with their pets.
Doris Farrell Varnum
April 21, 2007
I went to school with Jimmy, as we knew him. He was so smart as I remember. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Mike and Becky (Fulford) Sawyer
April 21, 2007
Thinking of you.
James & Dorothy Coe
April 21, 2007
Our hearts and prayers to the Herring family. May God bless and comfort you.
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