Henry Christian Stiller Jr.

Henry Christian Stiller Jr., age 81, of Long Beach, Mississippi, passed away on January 18, 2026, in Gulfport, Mississippi.

Henry was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, and later made his home in Long Beach. MS.

He was preceded in death by his father, Henry Christian Stiller Sr.; his mother, Mary Frances Rowe Stiller; and his stepmother, Melida Stiller.

Henry is survived by his wife of 31 years, Theresa Tylka Stiller; his children, Michelle Wienold (Troy) and Henry Christian Stiller III (Lisa); his siblings, Dale Stiller (Joann) and Dean Stiller; and his grandchildren, James Wienold, Thomas Wienold, Shayne Stiller, and Mya Stiller.

Henry proudly served 23½ years in the United States Air Force, retiring at the rank of Master Sergeant. In addition to his military career, he worked for 10 years as a medical illustrator at Keesler Medical Center.

His achievements included having four bronze plaques on the Bay St. Louis Bridge, and he also taught art classes for OLLI at USM.  Henry earned a 6th-degree black belt in Taekwondo. Along with being a medical illustrator, he was a cartoonist, and fine artist.

Henry was a member of the Knights of Columbus and the Pass Christian Art Association.

Henry was known as a kind, generous, gentle, and loving man. Those who knew him remember him as “such a good man”, who fought the good fight.

Memorial contributions may be made to Wounded Soldier, or a tree may be planted in his honor.

A visitation will be held on Friday, January 23, 2026, at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM. Henry will be laid to rest in Biloxi National Cemetery following the service.

Riemann Family Funeral Home, Long Beach, is honored to service the family during this time.