Wilma Dickerson Obituary
Wilma Lee Floyd Dickerson, age 80, of Gulfport, passed away on Sunday, January 7, 2024.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Baxter and Dolly Floyd; her brothers, James Floyd, Troy Floyd, and JP Floyd; her sisters, Virgie Floyd Ainsworth, Janie Floyd Nicholson, Johnnie Floyd Anderson, Arline Floyd Hanks, and Emma Grace Floyd Henson.
Wilma is survived by her children, Lesa Dickerson Ard (Darrell) and Sharron Dickerson Ventura (Shawn); her sisters, Bobbie Floyd Smith and Auzell Floyd Craven; her grandchildren, Brande Kelly Davis and Alexis Ventura Mayeux; and her great-grandchildren, Raylyn Marie Davis, Jace Preston Davis and Charlie Kate Mayeux.
Wilma earned her college degree from Jones Jr. College in Business, she joined and retired from the U.S. Navy and was a member of the US Navy Band, she enjoyed golf, football and spending time with family.
Thank you to everyone who have been there for our family over the years, God’s plan is always perfect.
A visitation will be held from 1:00-2:00 PM, Saturday, January 13, 2024, at Riemann Family Funeral Home, Gulfport, with the service beginning at 2:00 PM.
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11280 Three Rivers Road, Gulfport, MS 39503
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