Kenneth Bounds

Kenneth Bounds, age 91, of Biloxi, Mississippi, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2026, at his residence at the Biloxi VA Hospital on the Delaware Unit of the Community Living Center.

Kenneth was born January 24, 1935. A lifelong Mississippi resident and native of Biloxi, he proudly served his country in the United States Navy for five years and received an honorable discharge. During his service he was part of the 7th Fleet and participated in Operation Redwing at the Bikini and Enewetak Atolls and was recognized as an Atomic Veteran. Following his military service, Kenneth worked for Mississippi Gas Company and Mississippi Power & Light (now Southern Company), where he served as foreman. 

Kenneth and his beloved wife, Helen Attaya Bounds, were married on February 1, 1963, and shared 63 years together before her passing on January 9, 2021. Together they were lifetime members of the Gulf Coast Camellia Society. He enjoyed gardening, fishing, and shrimping, and also loved RV life. He was a longtime resident of the Sunkist community on N. Shore Street. Kenneth was of the Baptist faith. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas Edward Bounds and Mabel Herrin Bounds; his brothers, Thomas Bounds and Raymond Bounds; and his wife, Helen Attaya Bounds. Kenneth is survived by his sister, Betty Jo Dahnke of Destin, Florida; and his nieces and nephews.  

The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the nurses, doctors, and staff of the Biloxi VA for the excellent care provided during his final years. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Disabled American Veterans (DAV) or the National Association of Atomic Veterans (NAAV).

Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Riemann Family Funeral Home, 274 Beauvoir Road, Biloxi. The Graveside services with military honors will be held on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at 10:30 am, at Floral Hills Memorial Gardens, 8910 Carl Legget Rd. Gulfport, MS 39503.

Riemann Family Funeral Home, Biloxi served the family. An online obituary may be viewed, and memories shared at www.RiemannFamily.com