Fay Johnston Albrecht passed away peacefully at home after a brief illness. She was born on February 24, 1931 in Shreveport, LA and has lived in Reserve, LA for the past 55 years. Beloved wife of Dr. Robert C. Albrecht, MD for 65 years. Mother of Cynthia G. Albrecht, Clay H. Albrecht, Gary R. Albrecht and the late Jane Albrecht Monk and Robert Albrecht, Jr. Daughter of the late Claudia Herrington and A.W. Johnston, Sr. Also survived by 7 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, 2806 W. Airline Hwy., LaPlace on Saturday, December 23, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Interment in Westlawn Cemetery.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home online obit (accessed 12/21/2017)

LAPLACE - Frank Carl Alexander, 50, a native of Hammond and resident of LaPlace, died Feb. 4. He was the husband of Jo Ann Morris Alexander and stepfather of Averill Smith and Ashanti Carter. He was also the son of Willie and May Alexander and brother of Patricia, Charles Ray, Robert, Larry and the late Glenn Alexander. He is also survived by one grandchild. He was an insurance agent for State Farm. Services were Feb. 7 at New Union Christian Fellowship, LaPlace, and at First Church of God in Christ, Hammond, with interment at Holly Garden Cemetery, Hammond.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; February 10, 2001

Mathew "Snookie" Alexander III, at the age of 62 passed away on Sunday, November 12, 2017 in Wallace, La. He was the son of the late Matthew Alexander II and Theresa Alexander. He leaves to cherish his memories his daughter Glorial McClelland and his son Matthew Alexander McClelland, four grandchildren; Leon, Lyric, Madison, and Mason Davis, five sisters; Onetia Morton, of Dallas TX., Patricia Marshall of Avondale La., Margaret (Clarence) Isaac of Vacherie and Rose Williams of Marrero La., three brothers Leonard and Russell Alexander of Vacherie La. and Tommie Williams of Marrero La. He is preceded in death by his parents Mathew Alexander III and Theresa Dumas Alexander and nephews, Jarvis Alexander and James Dumas. Members of First Baptist Church, Highway Baptist Church of Vacherie LA., and employees of AOA Services, INC. are invited to attended the home going celebration on Saturday, November 25, 2017, at Treasures of Life Center for Life Funeral Services, 315 E. Airline Hwy., Gramercy La., for 10:00 a.m. Visitation begins at 9:00 a.m.. Rev. Wesley Brown officiating. Interment First Baptist Church Cemetery. Final care entrusted to Treasures of Life Center for Life Funeral Services.
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1964 - 2018
Colette Marie Pierre Anderson left this earthly existence on April 16, 2018 at the young age of 54. The eldest daughter of Warren and the late Nora A. Pierre, Colette sought to create a life defined by her own terms. Marriage, family and faith were guiding cornerstones for her life. The greatest joy of her existence was found in the birth of her daughter, Mea Christian Anderson. Colette worked hard to be a devoted and loving mother even in the midst of life's challenges. She treasured every moment with Mea and wanted her to have the best experiences of girlhood. In her professional life, Colette worked as a local political activist. She served as an integral member of the campaign for trailblazing judge, the Honorable Madeline Jasmine. Also, Colette was an active member of the local National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) for many years. She helped in the planning of events to support youth awareness and promote the organization. It was during her years, actively engaged with the NAACP, that she met and married Malcolm Anderson. Colette achieved her dream of having a family with the birth of Mea in the year 2000 after enduring a pregnancy riddled with medical complications. Prior to Mea's birth, Colette worked to lay the foundation for Ande's Bridal Salon as co-owner of the storefront in Plaquemine, Louisiana. The store opened in 1998 and has survived difficult business terrain for the past twenty years. Its success if partly due to Colette's work during its incubation. Her early life included studying at Loyola University in New Orleans where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting. While living in New Orleans, Colette had the unique experience of working at the Louisiana World's Fair. She drove the monorail at the World's Fair in the areas now occupied by the Riverwalk and Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. With God, Colette faced and overcame tremendous adversity. She had recently begun to chronicle her experiences in inspirational writings to help others facing difficulties. Her strength was made evident during her last days of life as she continually rallied despite physical frailty. Repeatedly defying medical expectations, Colette was able to bring many people together in loving fellowship and mutual support. She leaves behind her daughter, Mea; her father, Deacon Warren R. Pierre I; siblings: Trisha (Ernest); Warren, II; Atoundra (Reginald) and Emile (Nakeisha); aunts and uncles: James (Katherine), Darrell (Jennifer); Marian (Prescott) and, Jessie Mae (the late Alexander). Her nieces, nephews, friends, aunts and cousins mourn the loss of this uncommon woman. She is preceded in death by her mother, Nora Allen Pierre; grandparents, Rufus and Anita Pierre, Thomas Allen, Sr. and Pearl Bastain; her uncles: Alvin Pierre, Alexander Allen, Sr.; Theophile Haydel, Sr.; Thomas Allen, Jr. and Ronald Gaudet; and her aunts: Priscilla Haydel and Glenda Gaudet. Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, April 21, 2018 for 10:00am from St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Father Robustiano Morgia, celebrant. Viewing from 8:00am until service time. Private burial to follow. Treasures of Life Funeral Services, 315 E Airline Hwy, Gramercy, LA entrusted with her final care.
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12/16/1952 - 2/7/2017
Lawrence Paul Armant, native of LaPlace, LA passed away peacefully at the age of 64 with his family by his side on Tuesday, February 7, 2017 at Ochsner Medical Center in New Orleans, LA. Lawrence, a U.S. Navy Veteran, is survived by his six sisters; Hazel Scott (Fred), Veronica Zenon, Ella Philip, Lana Philip, Phyllis Clay, and Marie Growe. He is preceded in death by his father, Eddie J. Armant, mother, Dory R. Philip, step-father Joseph E. Philip and brother Sidell Armant Sr. The family extends sincere thanks to St. John Parish Emergency Responders and the staff of Ochsner Medical Center Main Campus, Westbank Campus, & River Parish Hospital. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, February 15,2017 at 10:00 from Treasures of Life Funeral Services, 315 E. Airline Hwy, Gramercy, LA 70052. Visitation begins at 8:30am; followed by Rosary at 9:00am. Father Christopher Amadi, Celebrant. Interment, Southeast Louisiana Veterans Cemetery, 34888 Grantham College Road Slidell, LA 70460. His final care has been entrusted to Treasures of Life Center for Life .
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BOUTTE - Clayton J. August, 52, a native of New Orleans, long-time former resident of Hahnville and resident of Boutte, died Dec. 22. He was the husband of Immel Butcher August and father of Ashley August. He was also the son of the late Clay and Ethel Mae Gordon August, stepson of Joyce Byrd August and brother of Julie Bolden, Mary Williams, Deborah Madere, Charles Downing and Randall Donald, Bruce, Darcey and R.J. August. Services were Dec. 28 at Mt. Airy Baptist Church, Boutte, with interment at the church cemetery.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 30, 2000

HAHNVILLE - Augustine Gloria Myers Austin, 74, a native of New Orleans and resident of Hahnville, died Jan. 19. She was the wife of the late Warren "Jelly Bean" Austin Sr. and mother of Victoria Turner, Mary White, Ethel Howard, Vera White, Verna Marshall, Augustine Wilson, Lorraine, Evelyn, Warren Jr. and John Austin, the late Helen Moore and three infants. She was also the daughter of the late Estazzie Bujol and James Myers Sr. and sister of Lydia Breaux and the late Mae Moultrie, Estazzie Baptiste, Rachel Nicks and James Jr., Carroll, Joseph and Murphy Myers. She is also survived by 20 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Services are today at 11 a.m. at Philadelphia Baptist Church, Hahnville, with interment at St. James United Methodist Cemetery, Hahnville. Visitation starts at 10 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; January 27, 2001

HARVEY - Harold J. Badeaux, 94, a native of Romeville and resident of Marrero, died Feb. 14. He was the husband of the late Mercedes Dufour Badeaux, by first marriage, and the late Edna Rome Badeaux, by second marriage, and father of Arlen Sr., Lynn and Janice Badeaux. He was also the son of the late Henry and Lucy Sarrizan Badeaux and brother of Edna Brown. He is also survived by eight grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. He was an usher at Infant Jesus of Prague Catholic Church, Harvey. Private services were Feb. 17.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; February 21, 2001

METAIRIE - Eva Mahan Bagwell, 93, a native of Berry, Ala., former resident of New Orleans and resident of LaPlace for 17 years, died Feb. 21. She was the wife of the late Herman J. Bagwell and mother of Wilma Cotty, Doris Delatte, Patsy Bell and Wanda and the late Sgt. Cecil Ray Bagwell. She was also the sister of the late Ethel Flynn and Maggie, Pearl, Beulah, Stella, Mack and Fred Bagwell. She is also survived by 18 grandchildren, 48 great-grandchildren and eight great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two grandchildren. Services are today at 1 p.m. in the chapel of Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, Metairie, with interment at St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. Visitation starts at noon.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; February 25, 2001

Lester "Coz" Baker at the age of 74 yrs departed this earthly life and entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at his residence in LaPlace, LA. Beloved son of the late Dorothy Mae Stewart Knight and Lester Baker and stepfather Wesley Roy Knight of Mt. Airy, LA. Beloved husband of Augustine V. Baker of LaPlace, LA. Loving father of Warren Dixon, Rosalind Davis Banks, Michelle Davis Bourgeois, Michael Davis, Pamela Carter, Donovan Moore, Terri Moore, and Honorary Son Dvante Young. Beloved brother of Lee Knight, Warren Knight, James Knight, Calvin Knight (Riska), Rev. Aaron Knight (Mary), Eula Knight Pierce, Cherry Knight-West, Cheroyen Lewis (Leroy), Joyce Knight Wilson, Audrey Shepard, and Lorraine Knight. Nephew of Milton Stewart of New Orleans, LA. Also survived by a host of grandchildren. Nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. A native of Mt. Airy, LA and a resident of LaPlace. Pastors, officers, and members of the St. John the Baptist Missionary Baptist Church of Mt. Airy, LA and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the homegoing celebration on Saturday, February 23, 2019 at 11:00 am at the St. John the Baptist Missionary Church of Mt. Airy, LA. Pastor Gary Bolden officiating. Visitation will be at the above name church from 9:00 am until service time. Burial will be private. Bardell's Mortuary of Mt. Airy, LA in charge. Funeral Home: Bardell's Mortuary, 3856 Louisiana 44, Mt. Airy, LA 70076; (985) 535-6837
Published in TheNewOrleansAdvocate.com from Feb. 21 to Feb. 23, 2019

NEW ORLEANS - Raymond Bernard Balls Jr., 46, a native of New Orleans and resident of Boutte for 10 years, died Dec. 10. He was the companion of Darleen Jones and father of Danyell, Raven, Lawander, Chiquita, Reynold and Quinton Balls. He was also the son of Raymond Balls Sr. and Mary McGowan, brother of Alton Isaac, Elvis Balls and Tyrone, Jessie and Darrell Taylor and grandson of Solomon McGowan and Lovida Pollard. He is also survived by two grandchildren. Services are today at 9 a.m. in the chapel of Tharp-Sontheimer-Laudumiey Funeral Home, New Orleans, with interment at Holt Cemetery. Visitation starts at 8 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 16, 2000

A leading pioneer in the funeral profession since the early 1980's that inspired many African-American women to pursue a career in the funeral business, passed away on Saturday, July 6, 2019 at the age of 63. Since a youth, she was always alongside her father, Earl Baloney, Sr., whom started Earl Baloney & Sons Mortuary. In addition to assisting, she gladly accepted the role of assisting her brother, Earl Baloney, Jr., with his ambulance business that operated within the River Parishes and the greater metropolitan areas. Often times Carmen and Earl, Jr. would be found hanging out at River Parishes Hospital, where they were a social staple amongst the staff and administrators. Carmen's life was devoted to caring for others, whether as an EMT or Funeral Director, but especially her own loved ones whom she showered and often times spoiled until they didn't want to return back to their parents, especially Markus and Malik Baloney. Many road trips, party functions, and daily lessons of shopping were some of the most talked about subjects while in the company of Carmen. Her infectious smile was something that predominated her character. While we all have bad days, Carmen just seemed to embrace times like that and persevered through with a positive spirit. As often as she was seen on funeral services and on the ambulance with her brother, Carmen still found time to raise her nieces and nephews, even with the birth of her own son, Coi Baloney. Carmen was also accompanied in the funeral profession with her sister-in-law and close friend, Shelia G. Baloney, whom people referred to as ""Dem Girls"" on funerals and in the public setting. After the passing of Earl, Sr. and Jr., Carmen gladly embraced the role as General Manager of Earl Baloney & Sons Mortuary, later renamed The Baloney Funeral Home, where her brother Carl, Sr., Shelia, and nephews Malik, Markus, and Courtney Baloney all worked. She later moved from her position to care for her mother, Ophelia Baloney, until the time of her passing, making her the new matriarch of the Baloney Family Legacy. While not just a socialite in the community, she also served the community through the St. John Parish Planning and Zoning. She was the social fabric that glued families together, especially her own. During her mother's sickness she was touched with the culinary hands of her mother and gladly accepted the role of Ophelia Baloney ""Greatest Cook in the World"". She would often prepare large dishes and ship to relatives afar and near and even the sick and homeless. A pure heart of gold and character of greatness in her right of passion and comfort was a gift from God. During the later years, as The Baloney Family Legacy evolved, she joined her nephew, Courtney G. Baloney in the third generation of excellence within the funeral profession with the opening of Treasures of Life Center for Life Funeral Services in Gramercy, LA, where she was employed until the time of her passing. Within the last eight years she found herself again raising her loved one's kids with the addition of her baby sister, Alona McDowell, two sons, Conner and Cole, whom she took pride in caring for, just like the rest of her nieces and nephews who were spoiled previously. It was not until the birth of her grandchild when she really could say she was ""Nana"" and she showed it to the world when baby boy Mason Avery Baloney was born. Carmen's memory lives on forever and continuing life in her spirit is her son Coi A. Baloney (Teddricka Hawthorne), grandson, Mason A. Baloney, sister Alona B. McDowell (Chester), sister-in-law Shelia G. Baloney, former sister-in-law Emma Jean Baloney, nieces Valerie Baloney Johnson (Zolton), Colette B. Choates,(Clifford, Sr.) Yvette B. Perrilloux (Kenneth), Helaine Baloney, nephews Malik Baloney (Lynette Davis), Markus Baloney, Courtney Baloney (Julie Jack), Carl Baloney, Jr., a devoted great aunt Rose B. Alexander and a brother from another mother Harold L. Sterling, Sr. along with a host of other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents Earl Baloney, Sr. and Ophelia Borne Baloney, brothers Earl, Jr. and Carl Baloney, Sr. and niece Stephanie B. Pryor. Friends of the community along with a special invitation to St. John Parish Planning and Zoning, Dillard University Alumni, Edgard Class of '72, St. Augustine High School Booster Club and Alumni, are invited to a public viewing on Sunday, July 14, 2019 at First Community Antioch Baptist Church, 10860 LA-3125, Lutcher, LA 70071 from 3:00pm - 6:00pm. There will be a celebration of her wonderful life on Monday, July 15, 2019 at St. John the Baptist Parish Community Center, 2900 US-51, Laplace, LA 70068. Viewing begins at 8:00am followed by service at 11:00am. Pastor Oscar R. Nelson, officiating. Treasures of Life Funeral Services are entrusted with her final care, with the assistance of Williams and Southall Funeral Home, Robottom Mortuary, Hobson Brown Mortuary, Professional Funeral Services, Davis Mortuary, MJR Family and Friendly Funeral Services and Heritage Funeral Directors.
Published in The Times-Picayune (LA) on July 12, 2019

NEW ORLEANS - Michael Norwood Batiste, 41, a native of Vacherie and resident of New Orleans for 14 years, died Dec. 24. He was the husband of Antoinette Harvey Batiste and father of Ryan and Brad Batiste. He was also the son of Norwood Batiste. He is also survived by his grandmother, Equator Batiste. Services were Dec. 30 at Star of Bethel Baptist Church, New Orleans, with interment at Providence Memorial Park.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; January 3, 2001

HAHNVILLE - Wilbert Batiste, 52, a native of Edgard and resident of Marrero, died Nov. 19. He was the husband of Olevia Mae Wilson Batiste and step-father of Crystal Jusu, Shanell Hall and Darvin, Arlene and Ralph Quinn. He was also the son of the late John and Louella Lumar Batiste and brother of Rose Mary Haydel, Mary Ann Darjean, Julia Coldwell, Barbara Williams, Doloris Potier, Patricia Landry and Lawrence and Laddie Batiste. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren. Services were held Nov. 24 at Philadelphia Baptist Church, Hahnville, with interment at Bethlehem Cemetery, Hahnville.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; November 25, 1998

NEW ORLEANS - Kenneth Thomas Bayard, 50, a native of New Orleans, former resident of LaPlace, and resident of New Orleans, died Dec. 10. He was the father of Chip, Tom, Blake and Kenny Bayard. He was also the son of Leo F. Bayard Jr. of New Orleans, and the late Lorraine D'Antoni Bayard of Milesville, and brother of Dianne DeLong and Leo Bayard III, and stepbrother of Deborah Bayard. He was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran of the Vietnam War and former president of the South Louisiana Dart Association. Services were held Dec. 12 in the chapel of Jacob Schoen & Son Funeral Home, New Orleans, with interment at St. Roch Cemetery, New Orleans.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 20, 2000

Dianne M. Bazile, loving daughter of the late John and Adele Fiffee Bazile, was born on May 24, 1947. She departed her earthly vessel on Monday, January 22, 2018. Dianne left to embark on her heavenly journey to rest in the bosom of her Lord and savior Jesus Christ. Dianne was a native of LaPlace, LA and resident of Allen, Texas. Dianne is survived by her two children, Willie F. Cole III (Pasadena, TX) and Monique Bourgeois (Allen, TX). Her grandchildren, whom she adored, LaQuanna, Taraneisha and Quinton Cole (all of Houston, TX) and Blaire Okpalobi (Allen, TX). Dianne has two brothers, Patrick Bazile, Sr. (Sacramento, CA) and Randolph Bazile, Sr. (Vallejo, CA); two sisters, Brenda Bazile and Cherlyn DeDe (both of New Orleans, LA) and host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A devoted friend and sister in Christ, Elder Catherine Ceaser and former sister in law, Connie Brisco Bazile. Dianne was preceded in death by her parents, John and Adele and oldest brother, Joseph Bazile, Sr. Educated at an early age at Our Lady of Grace Catholic School and St. John the Baptist Parish school system. She graduated from the former Fifth Ward High School, Class of 1966. For many years, she was an employee of Shell Oil Refinery in Norco, LA and a diligent retiree of the Sears Roebuck Company and First American Loss and Litigation Services, New Orleans, LA. There will be a celebration of her life on Wednesday, January 31, 2018 from Treasures of Life Funeral Services, 315 E Airline Hwy, Gramercy, LA 70052 for 11:00AM. Visitation from 9:00am until service time. The service will be officiated by Reverend Rodney Blair Nicholas, First Community Baptist Church; pastored by Reverend Ferdinand Gaines in Lutcher, LA. Private burial to follow.
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LULING - Amelie Chapoton Becnel, 95, a native of Garyville and resident of Luling, died Jan. 5. She was the wife of the late Whitney Becnel and mother of Barbara Zeringue. She was also the daughter of the late Fred Sr. and Pauline Naquin Chapoton and sister of the late Maude Roth and Malcolm, Milton, Alfred Jr. and Wallace Chapoton. She is also survived by six grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Services were Jan. 8 at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, Luling, with interment at St. Charles Cemetery, Luling.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; January 10, 2001

Charles Becnel passed on Sunday, June 24, 2018 at the age of 66. He was born and raised in Paulina and a resident of Garyville. Beloved husband of Marian Frangella Becnel. Father of Tammy Gan (Steaven) and Heidi Morici (Brad). Like a father to John Logarbo. Grandfather to Destiny and Wayne Gan and Derrick and Bailey Morici. Son of the late Joseph O. Becnel and Rita Weber Becnel. Brother of Jerry Becnel, Jocelynn Accordo (Dale), Rose McClung and the late Richard Becnel (Masami). Also survived by brothers and sisters-in-law, Paula and Drew Madere, Carmine and Michelle Frangella; his nephew, Chad Becnel (Annette); a host of nieces and nephews; family, friends and neighbors. Charles served in the U. S. Army during the Vietnam War. He served his community for 32 years with St. James Parish and St. John the Baptist Parish Sheriff's office where he retired in 2006. Most recently he was employed with Whelan Security. He was a people person who loved to lend a helping hand when needed. He was a craftsman who loved to build projects with wood. He loved spending time with his family and friends, along with spoiling his grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at St. Hubert Catholic Church, 176 Anthony F Monica St., Garyville on Wednesday, June 27, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation at the church from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations preferred to St. Judes Childrens Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home online obit (accessed 6/26/2018)

GRAMERCY - Alvin Joseph Berthelot, 77, a native of Paulina and resident of Gramercy, died Jan. 31. He was the husband of Geraldine Bordelon Berthelot and father of Diana Rome, Anette Simon and Andrew and Alvin Berthelot Jr. He was also the son of Fortune and Blanche Roussel Berthelot and brother of the late Mildred Louque, Marjorie Ory, Blanche Baham and Felice, Anicet, Dalton and Roger Berthelot. He is also survived by six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one grandchild. Services were Feb. 2 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Gramercy.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; February 4, 2001

Leroy Joseph Bienemy Sr., 74 years of age of Violet, Louisiana departed this earthly life on Thursday, December 27, 2018. He was born May 15, 1944 to the late John Sr. and Felo Bienemy. Devoted husband of Merelyn Bienemy of Violet, LA. Loving father of Leroy (Angie) Bienemy Jr. and Arlese (Kevin) Thompson. Brother of Feast Bienemy. Brother-in-law of Dorothy Lafrance and James Miller. Grandfather of Christopher Joseph Bienemy (Cyntiael), Rashad Joseph Bienemy, Tanis Pettis, Crea (Brian) Cooper and Tempestt and Tevin Thompson. 5 Great-Grandchildren. A host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Leroy Sr. was preceded in death by his parents, John Sr. and Felo Bienemy; his siblings, Henrietta, Olivia, Fe Fe, Sedonia, Rosemary, Geraldine, Veronica, Emma, John, James, Emile (Annie Mae), Vincent (Mable), Clouvis (Dora), John Jr., and Isaiah. Aunts, Frances and Louise Stevenson. Pastors, officers, and members of the Upperroom Bible Church of New Orleans, LA, Greater Roundhill, Mount Olive Baptist Church, and all neighboring churches in Orleans and Plaquemines Parish are invited to the Homegoing celebration on Saturday, January 5, 2019 at 11:00am at the Upperroom Bible Church 8600 Lake Forest Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70127. Dr. Herbert H. Rowe officiating. Visitation will be Friday January 4, at Bardell's Mortuary 3856 Jefferson Hwy Mount Airy, La. 70076 from 5-8 pm and on Saturday January 5, 2019 from 11-1 pm at Upperroom Bible Church 8600 Lake Forest Blvd, New Orleans, La. 70127. Interment in St. Bernard Gardens. Bardell's Mortuary of Mt. Airy, LA in charge. Information: (985) 535-6837.
Published in TheNewOrleansAdvocate.com from Jan. 2 to Jan. 5, 2019

Jonathan Blaise, known to all as "Sampson", 68 years of age, peacefully departed this life on February 6, 2019 at University Medical Center of New Orleans surrounded by his loving family. Sampson accepted the Lord as his Savior many years ago and was baptized at the Third Missionary Baptist Church of St. Bernard, Louisiana. He was born and raised in St. Bernard Parish and educated by the St. Bernard Parish School System. Born on April 10, 1950, Sampson entered by the union of the late Lawrence A. Blaise Jr. and the late Gladys Ceaser Blaise, Grandparents Alma James & Lawrence Blaise Sr. (paternal) and Margaret Lewis Ceaser & Eli Ceaser (maternal). The devoted Father of Terrell Brown of Dallas, TX; Sherell A. Green, Jonathan Green, Quanesha Blaise of Dallas, TX; Jonathan Smith, Nodriaelle Ceaser and Raynell Ceaser. Loving Grandfather of seventeen (17) and Great-Grandfather of four (4). He was the brother of Mary (late Cornelius) Enclarde, Marie B. (Rodney) Lewis, Ronnie (Diane) Blaise, Doreen (late Roland) Major, Michael Blaise, the late Jamerson (Stephanie) Blaise and the late Rickey (Alfreda) Blaise. Sampson is also preceded in death by two (2) nephews, Rickey Blaise Jr., Tyrone M. Blaise Sr., one (1) great-nephew Jamerson Joseph Lavigne and one (1) niece, Lakeitha Monique Blaise. He also leaves behind four (4) aunts, Dorothy Blanchard, Cynthia Winseberry, Roseanna Maurice and Audrey Brown, two (2) uncles, James (Bernice) Ceaser and Leroy Williams Sr. and a host of other nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and friends. He was the devoted companion of Adrian Bienemy, and proud Godfather of two (2) - namely Evangeline Bell & Jamerson Blaise. Family and friends, members of the Corinne Missionary Baptist Church, all neighboring churches of St. Bernard, Plaquemines and Orleans Parish are invited to attend funeral services: Saturday, February 16, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. (Visitation 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.), Corinne Missionary Baptist Church, 5620 E. Judge Perez Drive, Violet, LA 70092. Officiating Pastor - Dr John Bailey Jr. Interment - Merrick Cemetery, Violet, LA. Arrangements Entrusted to: Bardell's Mortuary, Mt. Airy, LA. Funeral Home: Bardell's Mortuary, 3856 Louisiana 44, Mt. Airy, LA 70076; (985) 535-6837
Published in TheNewOrleansAdvocate.com from Feb. 14 to Feb. 16, 2019

DES ALLEMANDS - Elizabeth Bolden, 84, a resident of Des Allemands,died Jan. 27. She was the mother of Bertha Hill. She was also the daughter of the late John and Louvenia Bolden and sister of the late Mary Williams, Leatha Jones, Anna Billups, Bessie Lewis, Hathie Canty, Julia Green and Albertha, Robert, Mitchell Sr. and John Bolden Jr. She is also survived by six grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchildren. Services are today at 11 a.m. at Antioch Baptist Church, Des Allemands, with interment at Shell Mound Cemetery, Des Allemands. Visitation starts at 10 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; February 4, 2001

CHALMETTE - Hilda Lemoine Bordelon, 73, a native of Lucy and resident of Chalmette for 36 years, died Dec. 22. She was the mother of Keith and Louis Bordelon Jr. and stepmother of Mary Bordelon Day. She was also the sister of Grace Hymel, Rosalie Waguespack and Roland, Stephen, Earl and Ross Lemoine. She is also survived by eight grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. Services were Dec. 27 at St. Mark Catholic Church, Chalmette, with interment at St. Bernard Memorial Gardens.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 30, 2000

NEW ORLEANS - Michael David Boudoin Sr., 51, a native of Lucy and resident of New Orleans for 28 years, died Dec. 7. He was the husband of Shelia Lefrere Boudoin and father of Keri, Kila and Michael Boudoin Jr. He was also the son of Ogla Sorapuru Boudoin and brother of Thelma Burrell, Melanie Cox and Nicholas Sr. and Wayne Boudoin Sr. He is also survived by one grandchild. Services are today at 10 a.m. at St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church, New Orleans, with interment at Lake Lawn Cemetery, Metairie. Visitation starts at 8 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 16, 2000

KENNER - Jane "Mama Jane" Bourg, 69, a native of Baltimore and resident of Hahnville for 25 years, died Dec. 7. She was the mother of Sharon "Sally" Boudreaux, Lynn Bernard, Maria Cambre, Norman Cambre, David Harrison and Melvin "Buddy" Bourg. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Memorial services were held Dec. 11 in the chapel of L. A. Muhleisen & Son Funeral Home, Kenner.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 13, 2000

KENNER - Gilbert "Gilly" Bourgeois, 65, a native of Gramercy and resident of Destrehan for 42 years, died Feb. 17. He was the husband of Betty Jo Vitrano Bourgeois and father of Kelly McCray and Kevin, Carey, Keith and Curt Bourgeois. He was also the son of the late Junius and Elsie Bourgeois and brother of Lois Owens. He is also survived by six grandchildren. He was an industrial operator for Dupont Chemical. Services were Feb. 19 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Kenner, with interment at Jefferson Memorial Gardens.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; February 21, 2001

METAIRIE - Thelma Haydel Brown Bourgeois, 92, a native of Garyville and resident of New Orleans for 72 years, died Dec. 5. She was the mother of Shelby Delhomme and Donald and Wayne Bourgeois. She is also survived by 14 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Services were Dec. 7 at Lake Lawn Funeral Home, Metairie, with interment at All Saints Mausoleum.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 9, 2000

Travis W. Bourgeois On Monday, April 2, 2007 At Lakeview Regional Medical Center In Covington, La. Age 41 Years. A Native And Resident Of Laplace, La. Son Of George Leo Bourgeois, Jr. And The Late Lola A. Bourgeois. Husband Of Paula Traylor Bourgeois. Father Of Travis Jermaine And Patrick Allen Bourgeois. Brother And Brother-In-Law Of Eric (Madeline), Clinton (Velvet), Aaron And Adrian (Marilyn) Bourgeois, Patrice B. (Louis) Austin And The Late Capt. George Bourgeois Iii. Son-In-Law Of Gwendolyn Traylor Freeman And The Late Roy Traylor. Also Survived By A Host Of Nieces, Nephews, Aunts, Uncles, Other Relatives And Friends. Relatives And Friends Of The Family; Also Priest And Parishioners Of Our Lady Of Grace Catholic Church; Pastor, Officers And Members Of Rising Star Baptist Church And All Neighboring Chuches; Employees Of Hexion, Specialty Chemical, Tulane University, Raising Cane's Restaurant, East St. John High And Laplace Elementary Schools Are Invited To Attend The Mass Of Christian Burial At Our Lady Of Grace Catholic Church, 772 Highway 44, Reserve, La On Monday, April 9, 2007 At 11:00 A.M. Fr. Joseph Rodney, Celebrant. Burial Will Be Private. Visitation At The Above Named Church From 9:00 A.M. Until Mass Time. Serviced By Robottom.
Times Picayune (LA); April 8, 2007

LAPLACE - Steven C. Brackin, 51, a native of Selma, Ala., resident of LaPlace for 15 years and resident of Kenner, died Dec. 24. He was the husband of Marlean Brackin and father of Stephanie Dates. He was also the brother of Deloris McGee and Mary Ann Lawson. Services were Dec. 29 at Providence Baptist Church No. 1, LaPlace, with interment today at noon at Elmwood Cemetery, Selma.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 30, 2000

MARRERO - William J. Brock, 79, a native of Vacherie and resident of Gretna for 33 years, died Dec. 10. He was the husband of Sylvia Borne Brock and father of Stephanie Erbesti. He was also the son of the late Charles and Edna Hebert Brock and brother of Edianne Landry, Denise Chapaton and the late Adles Benoit, Ediasse Bourg and Everiste, Louis and Charles Brock. He is also survived by two grandchildren. Services were Dec. 12 in the chapel of Mothe Funeral Home, Marrero, with interment at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Cemetery, Chackbay.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 13, 2000

BROWN - On Friday, October 18, 1968, at 3:00 o'clock p. m. George Joseph Brown, beloved husband of Aline Tregre Hebert Brown; stepfather of Col. James P. Hebert Jr., Mrs. Walter Lafayette, Floyd W. Hebert and Mrs. Warren Huth; brother of the late Cletus Brown; also survived by 15 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. A native of Algiers, La. Relatives and friends of the family, also officers and members of Archbishop Chapelle Council No. 3465, Knights of Columbus, and the Brotherhood of Railroad Workers, are invited to attend the funeral. Services from the funeral home of Jacob Schoen and Son, Inc., 3827 Canal St. at N. Scott, on Monday, October 21, 1968, at 9:00 a. m. with Requiem Mass at St. Leo the Great Church. Interment in St. Louis Cemetery No. 3. Friends may call between 5 and 10 p. m.
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Jack Brown went home to be with his Lord on Tuesday, April 3, 2018 at 96 years of age. Born in 1921 in Velasco, TX, he was a resident of LaPlace, LA for over 30 years. Mr. Brown was a WWII Marine veteran who loved his family and was a faithful member of the United Methodist Church throughout his life. Beloved husband of the late Sarah Burkhardt Brown. Father of Diane Keller, Donna Brown, Michael Brown and the late Sharon Beckham. Stepfather of Rosalin Maturin, Janet Homan and Stanley Burkhardt. Son of the late Merle Stratton and Perry M. Brown. Brother of Clive Merle Rush and the late Perry M. Brown, Jr., Ford Brown, Frances Willenberg, Mina Hrobar and Dixie Brown. He is also survived by nine grandchildren, seventeen great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Visitation at 10:00 a.m. and Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 14, 2018 at First United Methodist Church, 301 Bamboo Road, LaPlace, LA. Interment to follow in Metairie Cemetery, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans, LA. Arrangements by Millet-Guidry Funeral Home.
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January 6, 1941 - June 19, 2019
Thiel I. Bueto, Jr. passed away surrounded by family at home on Wednesday, June 19, 2019 at the age of 78. He was a native of Baton Rouge and a resident of LaPlace for the past 47 years. Thiel proudly served in the U. S. Army, was a member of the American Legion, the AOL Silver Crusaders and AARP Club. He was a Pharmacist for 40 years. He enjoyed gardening, traveling, fishing and loved his Saints Football team. Beloved husband of 51 years to Patricia Carney Bueto. Loving father of Cheryl Chaney (Michael), Linda Hymel (Wayne) and Debbie Bueto. Grandfather of Abbee, Avarie and Wayne Hymel. Son of the late Thiel and Vivian Bueto. Brother of Diane Bueto and family friend Jackie Montegudo. Brother-in-law of Ann and Ralph Fico, Kristine and Larry Murray, Celie Tempesta, Stephen and Kathy Carney and Joseph Carney. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation at Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, 2806 W. Airline Hwy. LaPlace on Friday, June 21, 2019 from 5:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. and on Saturday, June 22, 2019 at Ascension of Our Lord Catholic Church, 799 Fairway Dr., LaPlace from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. The Funeral Mass will follow at 11:00 a.m. Interment in Buetoville Family Cemetery in Clinton, LA.
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11/3/1926 - 11/24/2016
Jesse Oleo Butler entered into his eternal rest on Thursday, November 24, 2016 at the age of 90. He served his country proudly in the U.S. Navy as a veteran of World War II. Loving husband of the late Myrtle Butler. Father of Linden, Eric, Everett, Corey, and the late Rosalyn Butler. He also leaves to cherish his memories 11 grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. A longtime native of New Orleans and a resident of Laplace for the past eleven years. A mass of Christian burial will be held on Thursday, December 1, 2016 for 10:00 A.M. at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, 772 LA-44, Reserve, La 70084. Father Christopher Amadi officiating. Visitation begins at 8:00 A.M. until time of service. Private disposition to follow. Treasures of Life Center for Life Funeral Services are entrusted with the arrangements of his final care.
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HAHNVILLE - Anthony "Chuck" Byrd, 62, a native of Hahnville and resident of Destrehan, died Feb. 4. He was the father of Kenneth Marshall, Bridget Miller, Sonya Miller, Carol Mallory and Juan, Aaron and Chad Byrd. He was also the son of the late Theresa Martin and Joseph Byrd and brother of Catherine White, Emelda Smith, Heidi Menedez, Mary Clark, Gladys Crachian and Sybil Davis, Ida, Freddie and Andrew Martin. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren. He was also the companion of Dianne Powell. Services are today at 11 a.m. at True Vine Baptist Church, Hahnville, with interment at St. Charles Cemetery, Luling. Visitation starts at 9 a.m.
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LULING - Cynthia Ann Caillet, 55, a native of Luling and resident of Kenner for nine years, died Feb. 18. She was the former wife of David Champagne Sr. and mother of David Jr., Chad, Kelly and Cami Champagne. She was also the daughter of Syl Sr. and Maybelle Baudoin Caillet and sister of Sylvia Touchard and Syl Jr. and Gerald Caillet. She is also survived by one grandchild. Services were Feb. 20 at Holy Family Catholic Church, Luling, with interment at St. Charles Cemetery, Luling.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; February 21, 2001

Richard Thomas Carbo, Jr. departed this life on Friday, July 27, 2018 at the age of 27. Richard was a resident of Luling. Beloved son of Richard Thomas Carbo, Sr. and GinaMarie Giannattasio Lakatos, brother of Nicholas Carbo and Chelsea Campbell (Nathan), and uncle to Kingsley Campbell. Also survived by his grandmothers, Barbara Miller Carbo and Lucille Janice Giannattasio, by his stepmother, Chantal Durand Carbo, and by a host of uncles, aunts, and cousins. Predeceased by his grandfathers, G.A. "Tommy G" Giannattasio and Earl Anthony Carbo, and by his stepfather, Richard Frank Lakatos. Richard loved playing guitar, composing music, and programming computers. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation on Saturday, August 4, 2018 at Christ the King Catholic Church (535 Deerfield Road, Terrytown) from 9:00 A.M. until the Funeral Mass begins at 11:00 A.M. A reception will follow in the Knights of Columbus Hall adjacent to the church. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that any donations be made to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Christ the King Conference.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home online obit (accessed 8/2/2018)

April 25, 1951 - January 4, 2019
Dionne Eve Gauthe Champagne passed away on Friday, January 4, 2019 at the age of 67. She was a native and lifelong resident of Reserve. Beloved wife of 47 years to Allen M. Champagne. Loving mother of Elizabeth Champagne and Tiffany C. Martin (husband, Ashley). Grandmother of Serenity Marks, Lillianna Davila, Azlynn Martin, Fancy Martin and the late Deston Rayburn. Daughter of the late Wallace and Emily Gauthe. Sister of David Gauthe, Dale Gauthe and the late Dalton Gauthe. Daughter-in-law of Anna Mae Battard. Sister-in-law of Cathay and Brian Allen. She is also survived by nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Service at Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, 2806 W. Airline Hwy., LaPlace on Wednesday, January 9, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
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DENHAM SPRINGS - Fredrick Joseph Chiquet, 58, a native of Welcome and resident of Denham Springs, died Jan. 5. He was the husband of Cheryl Samson Chiquet for 33 years and father of Staci Smith and Scott and Cory Chiquet. He was also the son of Mildred Landry Chiquet and the late Eddie Chiquet and brother of Linda Byrd, Pat Coleman and Charles "Chucky" and Paul Chiquet. He is also survived by one grandchild. Services were Jan. 8 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Denham Springs, with interment at Greenoaks Memorial Park, Baton Rouge.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; January 10, 2001

Laurence 'Larry' Hallet Clarke passed away surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, August 12, 2018. He was 63, born in Buffalo, NY and a resident of LaPlace, LA. Beloved husband of Cynthia Pasko Clarke. Father of Catherine Sanchez (Rick) and Matthew Clarke. Grandfather of Brandon and Chase Sanchez. Son of Helen Kennedy Clarke and Henry Cartan Clarke. Brother of Helen Laseter and Henry, Donald, David, Michael, and Patrick Clarke. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Service at Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, 2806 W. Airline Hwy., LaPlace on Saturday, August 18, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home online obit (accessed 8/14/2018)

Blaine Anthony Clement, 58, native and resident of Reserve, LA entered eternal peace on Tuesday, August 8, 2017 at University Hospital, New Orleans, LA. Beloved father of Grace Ann Nicholas(Carlos). He leaves to cherish his memories, siblings: Joey, Randy(Kathleen), Glenn(Tanya), Rusty(Jina) Clement, Shelly(Parkash) Attul and Melissa Gill; Godmother Sandra Stein Cortez and Godfather, Wayne Matherne. He also leaves his grandchildren, whom he considered his pride and joy; Noah, Gabby, Brayden and Mason Nicholas. Missing him will also include former wife and long-time friend and mother of his only child, Lavona Clement Millet along with a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Blaine was a joy to many and found friendship with all he met. He was preceded in death by his parents, Emilien "Rinso" Jr. and Argie Clement and brother Harry Clement. He will be missed by all who loved and knew him. Employees of St. Charles Parish School Board, St. John Sheriff's Office, Progressive Lodge 444-Metairie, and Shriners Hospital are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, August 12, 2017 at 12 noon from St. Peter Catholic Church, 1550 LA 44, Reserve, LA 70084. Father John Marse, Celebrant. Visitation begins at 10:00am. Private burial to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations in honor of his memory are requested to be sent to Shriners Hospital for Children, 6977 Main Street, Houston, TX 77030. Treasures of Life Funeral Services 315 E. Airline Hwy. Gramercy, La. entrusted with his final care.
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CHALMETTE - Bobbie Jean Clement, 66, a native of Norco and resident of St. Bernard Parish for 49 years, died Dec. 29. She was the daughter of the late Aline Landry and Joseph Clement and sister of Peggy Morales and Aline, Gerald and Ray Clement. Services were Jan. 2 in the chapel of Vickers, Verrette & Dornan Funeral Home, Chalmette, with interment at St. Bernard Memorial Gardens.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; January 3, 2001

Glenda Clift passed away on Saturday, March 24, 2018. She was 65, a native of Crestview, FL and a resident of LaPlace, LA. Beloved wife of the late Edward Allen Clift, Jr. Mother of Daphne Clift Darr (William Darr, Jr.) and the late Edward Allen Clift, III (Angelle Chenier Clift). Grandmother of Devin Clift, Katie Chenier, Andrea Darr (Aaron McIlwain), Alanna Darr, Emily Darr and William Darr, III. Great-grandmother of Jayce McIlwain. Daughter of Dorothy Carroll and the late Jack Carroll. Sister of Mary Huckabaa (Hubert), Eugene Coburn, Sharon Dinkins (Tom), Diane Hebert (John), Dwayne Mathews (Carol) and the late Linda Lewis. Niece of Ella Ruth Salter, Viola Rodgers and the late Mildred Kelly and Willard Cox. Sister-in-law of Willie Jean Dowdy (James). Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Living Way Pentecostal Church, 810 Walnut St., LaPlace on Thursday, March 29, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. Visitation will begin in the church at 1:00 p.m. Interment to be held in Live Oak Cemetery, Crestview, FL on Friday, March 30, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. Arrangements by Millet-Guidry Funeral Home.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home online obit (accessed March 27, 2018)

NEW ORLEANS - Henry Cochran Jr., 94, a native of Liberty, Miss., and resident of New Sarpy for 40 years, died Feb. 7. He was the brother of Carolyn McCray. He is also survived by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Services were Feb. 13 in the chapel of Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp Funeral Home, New Orleans, with interment at Providence Memorial Park Cemetery.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; February 14, 2001

DES ALLEMANDS - Eddie Colbert Jr., 89, a native and resident of Des Allemands, died Jan. 8. He was the husband of the late Leona M. Colbert and father of Yolanda Scott and Lionel Williams. He was also the son of the late Mary Adams and Eddie Colbert Sr. and brother of Willie Colbert and the late Donna Parker and Charlie Tolliver. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Services are today at noon at Antioch Baptist Church, Des Allemands, with interment at Shell Mound Cemetery, Des Allemands. Visitation starts at 11 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; January 13, 2001

Melvin "Sunshine" Coleman Sr. at the age of 80 yrs departed this Earthly life and entered into eternal rest on Monday, August 20, 2018 at his residence, LaPlace, LA. Beloved Husband of Barbara Jean Sylvester Coleman of LaPlace, LA. Loving father of Melvin Jr., Wesley, Ryan Coleman, and Jasmine Herron of Chicago, Ill. Step-father of Bradtrel (Michael) Bowser, La'Baron Sylvester Sr., Edwin (LaWandra) Johnson. Brother of John Davis Jr., Jacqueline Lewy, Renee (Richard) Pointer of Jefferson City, MO. Also survived by a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great- grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. A native of Chicago, Ill. And a resident of LaPlace, LA. Melvin was preceded in death by his parents Georgia B. Davis and Charles Coleman of Chicago, Ill. Pastors, officers, and members of The Living Way UPC Church, 810 Walnut St., LaPlace, LA and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Homegoing Celebration on Saturday, August 25, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at The Living Way UPC Church at 810 Walnut St. LaPlace, LA. Pastor Micheal Jay officiating. Burial will be private. Visitation will be at the above name church from 9:00 a.m. until service time. Bardell's Mortuary of Mt. Airy, LA in charge. Information: 985-535-6837.
TheNewOrleansAdvocate.com from Aug. 23 to Aug. 25, 2018

Joanne Ronquille Constantine entered into eternal rest on the morning of November 6, 2017 at the age of 52. She was born on August 8, 1965 in Marrero, LA and spent her childhood in Lafitte, LA until her parents moved to LaPlace, LA. She is survived by her husband, Allen Constantine; her beloved pups, She She and Bessie; parents, Roland Ronquille and Joanne Kreger Ronquille; siblings, Cindy Ronquille Cambre (Zack), Amy Ronquille Reid (Ronnie) and Robert Constantine (Andrea); father-in-law and mothers-in-law, Wayne and Sylvia Kimball and Sandy Constantine; sister-in-law, Marcie Constantine; a host of beloved nieces and nephews, Taylor D. Sinclair, Lexi Cambre, Rami Reid, Bree Reid, Raven Reid, Zack Cambre, Jr., Johnny Cambre and Layla Cambre; and grandmother, Lillian Z. Kreger. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends. She was preceded in death by grandparents, Joseph P. Kreger, Toot Ronquille and Adler Peter Ronquille and father-in-law, Robert Constantine, Sr. Joanne graduated from St. Charles Catholic High School and earned a degree in cosmetology. Joanne had many great accomplishments in her life, but the greatest gift she gave us all was love. She will be greatly missed. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, 2806 W. Airline Hwy., LaPlace on Friday, November 10, 2017 at 11:30 a.m. Visitation from 9:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. Interment in St. Pius X Cemetery, Crown Point, LA.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home online obit (accessed 11/11/2017)

MARKSVILLE - Clifton John Cortez, 66, a native of Kramer, former resident of LaPlace for 28 years, and resident of Effie, died Dec. 19. He was the husband of Charnelcia Lou Cortez and father of Wanda Chauvin, Karren Madere, Janet Clark, Rachael Chatham, Roger and David Smith, Clifton Jr. and Jack Cortez. He was also the brother of Deanna, Huey, Robert, Jackie and Malcolm Cortez, and the late Marilyn Villeret and Carl Cortez. He is also survived by 14 grandchildren. He was a U.S. Army veteran and employed at Dupont Chemical in Reserve for28 years. Services are today at 10 a.m. in the chapel of Hixon Brothers Chapel, Marksville, with interment at Oak Grove Cemetery, Effie. Visitation starts at 8 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 20, 2000

DESTREHAN - Catherine McGettigan Crisham, 81, a native of Greenside, England, resident of St. Rose for 40 years and resident of LaPlace for five years, died Dec. 16. She was the wife of the late Morgan P. Crisham, andmother of Margaret Planchard, Monica Gremillion, James and John Crisham. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren. She was a retired catalog sales representative with Sears, Roebuck & Co. after 18 years. Services were held Dec. 18 at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, Destrehan, with interment at the church mausoleum.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 20, 2000

NEW ORLEANS - Willa Mae Cureaux, a native of Reserve and resident of New Orleans, died Jan. 7. She was the former wife of the late Alvin Cureaux Sr., mother of Melissa Jones, Vondakay Melton, Kimberly, Alvin Jr. and the late Keith Cureaux and stepmother of Munson Sims, D'etta Picou and Samantha Badon. She was also the daughter of the late Evelina, Dorothy and Victor Bright Sr. and sister of Berry Devare, Dianne Johnson, Barbara Mitchell, Sylvia James, Gwendolyn Juniors, Mary Nelson, Shirley Woodland, Lori Reid, Geraldine, Ulysses and Herman Bright and the late Peggy Hawkins, Jesse Grace Sr. and Victor Bright Jr. She is also survived by 12 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Services are today at 11 a.m. at New Testament Baptist Church, New Orleans, with interment at Providence Memorial Park. Visitation starts at 9 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; January 13, 2001

Anthony "Tony" William D'Amico, Jr. died peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on January 15, 2019 in LaPlace, LA at the age of 65. Anthony is survived by his wife of 43 years, Mary Jo (Labat) D'Amico; daughters, Heidi Cain (Michael) and Kara Godofsky (Evan); grandchildren, Caroline, Olivia, and Luke Cain; Annabelle and Collin Godofsky. He is preceded in death by his parents, Anthony, Sr. and Jeannette Milliet D'Amico; his siblings, Francis D'Amico and Jane D'Amico Wheeler. Anthony was born on February 13, 1953 in Metairie, LA. He graduated from Archbishop Rummel High School in 1971 and attended Nicholls State University where he met his wife, Mary Jo. Anthony was employed in Industrial Sales for over 40 years until his retirement where he enjoyed being a substitute teacher. He was a reporter for WWL Prep Football for over 20 years, known as "Tony D". He will be remembered for his many years of service as a volunteer coach in Jefferson Parish, Kenner, and the Catholic Schools Athletic League. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Ascension of Our Lord Catholic Church, 1900 Greenwood Dr., LaPlace, on Friday, January 18, 2019 at 12:00 p.m., The Reverend Walter Austin, celebrant. Visitation at church from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. Interment in All Saints Mausoleum, New Orleans. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Archbishop Rummel High School, 1901 Severn Ave, Metairie, LA 70001. Arrangements by Millet-Guidry Funeral Home.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, LaPlace, LA (accessed 1/17/2019)

KILLONA - Arthur Davis Jr., 44, a native and resident of Killona, died Jan. 27. He was the father of Nataria Joseph, Jermika Glenn and Barniesha Glenn. He was also the son of Celestine Dent Bartley and the late Arthur Davis Sr., stepson of Ernest Bartley Jr. and brother of Sheila Toney, Rhonda Mitt, Patricia LeBlanc, Betty Dent, Leroy Toney, Byron, Kenneth and Anthony Davis and Nathaniel, Darryl and Kevin Bartley. He was also the fiance‚ of Felita Smith. Services were Feb. 1 at Canaan Baptist Church, Killona, with interment at Greenhill Cemetery, Taft.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; February 4, 2001

Emma Lee Davis entered into eternal rest early on Monday, December 17, 2018. Beloved wife of the late George H. Davis. Daughter of the late Louis Holmes and Isabelle Hunter Holmes. Sister of Katie Johnson (James), Avondale, LA, Deloris Fenderson (James), Chicago, IL. Loving mother of Alfreddie Davis and the late Alma Lee Robertson. Also 1 son-in-law and 1 daughter-in-Law. Survived by 10 grandchildren several great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives, friends and neighbors. All are invited to attend the viewing service on Thursday, December 27, 2018 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Baloney Funeral Home, 1905 West Airline Highway, LaPlace, LA 70068. Funeral service will be Friday, December 28, 2018 at 11 a.m. at Mount Zion Freewill Baptist Church, 4244 Highway 1036, Montpelier, LA 70422 St. Helena Parish. Pastor Raymond Foster officiating funeral service. Repast to follow after dismissal from the Cemetery. Any flowers or sympathy cards should be sent to the church. Funeral arrangements entrusted to The Baloney Funeral Home, LLC located at 1905 West Airline Highway, LaPlace, LA 70068 (985) 224-8460. Condolences may be offered at www.baloneyfuneralhome.com.
Published in TheNewOrleansAdvocate.com from Dec. 22 to Dec. 28, 2018
Contributed by Jane Edson

HAHNVILLE - Harvey Davis Sr., 75, a native and resident of Killona, died Jan. 3. He was the husband of Charlotte Joseph Davis and father of Lydia Cook, David and Harvey Davis Jr. He was also the son of the late Victoria Johnson and Filmore Davis and brother of the late Evelyn Valentine, Ola Brown and Filmore Jr., Arthur Sr. and Stanley Davis Sr. He is also survived by three grandchildren. Services were Jan. 8 in the chapel of Robottom Mortuary, Hahnville, with interment at Greenhill Cemetery, Taft.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; January 10, 2001

NEW ORLEANS - Leondia Alfred Day, 91, a native of Edgard and resident of New Orleans for 76 years, died Dec. 5. She was the wife of the late Ernest Day and mother of Emma Thomas, Adalee Smith, Olga McGee and Linder, Norman and Jimmy Day. She was the daughter of the late Paul and Marie Charlon Alfred and sister of the late Marie Schexnayder, Mathilda Landry and George, Paul, Fergus, Oliver and Emile Alfred. She is also survived by 31 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren. Services are today at 10 a.m. at St. Mary of the Angels Catholic Church, New Orleans, with interment at Restlawn Cemetery, Avondale. Visitation starts at 9 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 9, 2000

Claudine Thompson Decoteau passed away on Friday, April 13, 2018 at the age of 63. She was born in Enid, OK and was a resident of LaPlace, LA. Beloved wife of Kyle Decoteau. Mother of Michael Green and Bobby Thompson. Sister of Roy Thompson, Lynn Corff, Brenda Astin and the late James Thompson, Walter Menyer, Barbara Wolfe and Flo Treloar. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the memorial gathering at St. Martin Community Center, 15008 Lemoyne Blvd., Biloxi, MS on Friday, April 20, 2018 from 5:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. Arrangements by Millet-Guidry Funeral Home.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home online obit (accessed 4/19/2018)

Ronald Martin "Ronnie" Dents at the age of 65 years departed this earthly life and entered into eternal rest on Monday, August 5, 2019 at his residence in New Orleans, LA. Son of the late Ernest Sr. and Rita Perrilloux Dents. Ronnie following in his father's footsteps, "The Maestro", was a musical legend born in Los Angeles, California, raised in Reserve, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Beloved husband of Rhonda Johnson Dents. Loving father of Ronnie Jr. and Ryan Dents, Danielle Frazier (Aaron), Gabrielle Robinson, and Ronald McLean. He is also survived by four siblings; Ernest Dents Jr. (Marva), Emery Dents (Sandy), Shelley and Donovan Dents. Two grandchildren; Miles and Madison Frazier. An aunt Ernestine Showers. Godfather of Domonique Reimonenq (Roy). Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers, and members of the Riverland's Christian Center of Reserve, LA, former musicians, soloists, and surrounding churches are invited to attend the homegoing celebration on Saturday, August 17, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at the Riverland's Christian Center, 123 Redemption Way & N.W. 3rd Street, Reserve, LA. Dr. Rev. Steven Perrilloux officiating. Visitation will be at the above name church from 9:00 a.m. until service time. Bardell's Mortuary of Mt. Airy, LA in charge.
Published in The Times-Picayune on Aug. 16, 2019

August 20, 1932 - January 3, 2019
Julie Kilburn DeRoche passed away on Thursday, January 3, 2019 at the age of 86. She was a native of Convent and a resident of River Ridge. Beloved wife of the late Roy J. DeRoche. Loving mother of Roy "Rusty" DeRoche, Jr. and Eric DeRoche (Kellie). Grandmother of Eric DeRoche, Jr. (Meghan), Roy "Trey" DeRoche, III (Dakotah) and Cori DeRoche-Martin. Great grandmother of Mason, Milly and Mary Martin, Parker, Peyton, Lucy, Eloise and Dorothy DeRoche. Daughter of the late Sidney J. Kilburn and Eva Garcia Kilburn. Sister of the late Sidney J. Kilburn, Jr., Farrell Kilburn, Samuel Kilburn, Stanley Kilburn, Leroy Kilburn and Eva Mae Kilburn Casey. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the service. Visitation at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 13396 River Rd., Destrehan on Monday, January 14, 2019 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. followed by the Mass at 12:00 p.m. Burial in St. Charles Borromeo Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in her memory to the American Heart Association, P. O. Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, LaPlace, LA (accessed 1/8/2019)

On April 18, 2018, Thomas (Sammy) Dewey Jr. entered into eternal peace surrounded by his family at home in Reserve, LA. Thomas Dewey leaves to cherish his loving wife Cassandra P. Dewey of 44 years and children Tanya Simms, Thomas Dewey III, Nakita Dewey, Lance Dewey, Ashley Dewey Dracier (Mario) all of Reserve La.,8 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Sammy held a close knitted relationship with a host of sister-n-laws-Bernadine P. Jones, Cheryl P. Sulmers, Beverly P. Barnes and Renita Perrilloux; brother-n-laws; Rickie Perrilloux, Richard Perrilloux Jr and John Furnel Perrilloux. Thomas Dewey was the son of the Late Estella Rollins Dewey and Thomas Dewey Sr. Sammy was born on September 29, 1956 in New Orleans, LA. He was the oldest of six surviving siblings, Sandra (Donald) Dewey Wilson, Angie Dewey, Cherylette Dewey Bennett (Ervin), Leonard Dewey of Norco, LA., Benjamin Dewey (Janice) of Reserve, LA. and Marvin Dewey (Latoya) of Dallas, Texas. Sammy was preceded in death by his Mother-n-law, marion B. Perrilloux, and Father-n-law, Richard Perrilloux and his parents. Sammy grew up in Norco, La. with his parent's guidance to be a strong kind and loving man. Later in life he met his wife Cassandra Kay Perrilloux, who stayed by his side for 44 years of marriage. They began a family of their own (6) children. Sammy was a very proud man, with a huge sense of humor. He loved to tell jokes and make others laugh and making a secure home life for his family. When the work day ended, Sammy would love to have a drink or two to unwind, he remained the same for family, just being plain "ole" Sammy.
Baloney Funeral Home online obit (accessed 6/19/2018)

On October 11, 2018, at the age of 74, George Atwood Doepke, "The King," passed away peacefully at the Southeast Louisiana War Veterans Home in Reserve, LA, after residing there for over six years. George was known for his kind and generous nature and witty sense of humor. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and was a resident of Laplace/Reserve for over 46 years. He is survived by sister Joan Boyer, daughters Natalie Ann Doepke Pardy and Kristie Marie Doepke Lemoine, as well as son-in-law Jeffery Paul Lemoine. He is the beloved "Paw Paw" of grandchildren Jenna Kay Lemoine and Kaylyn Jessa Lemoine. He is preceded in death by mother Gertrude Atwood Doepke, father Henry Charles Doepke Jr., and brother Henry Frank Doepke. George was a 1964 graduate of Destrehan High School, then was in the Vietnam War from 1966 through 1970 after proudly serving in the U.S. National Army. George then became employed at Bell South as a telephone repair technician, then retired after thirty years of service. His final resting place is at Greenwood Cemetery in his hometown of New Orleans, LA. Arrangements by Millet-Guidry Funeral Home.
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James "Jim" S. Driscoll passed away on Thursday, August 30, 2018 at the age of 76. He was a native of Titusville, PA and a longtime resident of LaPlace, LA. Jim served in the U. S. Army and later worked for Shell Chemical where he retired in 1999. He was a parishioner of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church. Beloved husband of 50 years to Frances Bradberry Driscoll. Loving father of Lorrie Beth Driscoll, Stephen Aaron Driscoll and Kyle Jerrod Driscoll (Natalie). Grandfather of Nathan "Nate" James Driscoll and Olivia Clare Driscoll. Son of the late John and Katherine Findley Driscoll. Brother of the late Edith Campbell, Frances Hummer and Johnny Driscoll. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation at Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, 2806 W. Airline Hwy., LaPlace on Tuesday, September 4, 2018 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. with the service to immediately follow.
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CONVENT - Liza M. Duhon, 90, a native and resident of Convent, died Feb. 21. She was the wife of the late Mitchell Duhon and mother of Audrey Johnson, Shirley Nelson, Hattie Wright, Dorastine Dilbert, Emma Lane and Joseph, Mitchell and the late Septime and Michael Duhon. She was also the daughter of the late Cornell and Lillian L. Morris and sister of the late Emma Tuckerson, Clara Cummingham, Elnora Riles, Lillie Jenkins, Hilda Flowers and Cornell, Willis, Oscar and Joseph Morris. She is also survived by 49 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Services are today at noon at Little Pilgrim Baptist Church, Convent, with interment at St. Michael Cemetery, Convent. Visitation starts at 11 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; February 4, 2001

NORCO - George B. "Slick" Edwards Sr., 76, a native of Mississippi and resident of Batchelor, died Feb. 3. He was the husband of 56 years of Nellie Prisock Edwards and father of Brenda Galliano of Montz, Sheila Edwards of Metairie and the late George Edwards Jr. He was also the son of the late Almo and Birdie Estelle Edwards and brother of Almo Edwards Jr. and the late Janelle Warren and Carlton Edwards. He is also survived by four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was a former superintendent with T.L. James Construction, with 33 years of service, and an avid fisherman. Services are today at 11 a.m. in the chapel of H.C. Alexander Funeral Home, Norco, with interment at St. Charles Borromeo Mausoleum, Destrehan. Visitation starts at 9 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; February 7, 2001

MONTZ - Patricia Faunce Edwards, 57, a resident of Montz, died Dec. 22.She was the wife of Stephen Edwards and mother of Donna Cantrelle Gilbert and Donnell Cantrell Robertson. She was stepmother of Stormy Edwards Decker and Brigette and Buddy Edwards and the daughter of the late John and Doris Ducote Sr. She was the sister of Pamela Ledet Bowler and John Ducote Jr. She was also survived by seven grandchildren. Services were held Dec. 23 at Mothe Funeral Home, Harvey.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 27, 2000

Shamora (Jody) Edwards Savoy transitioned on Thursday July 04, 2019, daughter of Shelita (Anthony) Lewis, and Erskin Duskin, Wife of Allen Savoy, Mother of Serenity and Amir Edwards, and Ailyn Savoy whom she reared as her own, Sister of Seiera Tezeno and Shameka Edwards. Shamora is also survived by a host of relatives and friends. Celebration service will be held on July 13, 2019 at Milesville Memorial C.O. G.C. 129 Apple St. Laplace, LA, at 11:00am Viewing on Saturday at 8:00am until service time. Bishop Ronald Frank Pastor, officiating. Interment Belle Grove Cemetery, Kenner, La. Professional Services entrusted to the caring staff of Hobson Brown Funeral Home, 134 Daisy St., Garyville, LA 70051. 985-535-2516.
Published in The Times-Picayune (LA) on July 12, 2019

NORCO - Forsee "Jack" Estes, 81, a native of Guion, Ark., and resident of Destrehan, died Dec. 6. He was the husband of the late Lena Mae Treadaway Estes and father of Michelle Harris, Darlene Wise and John H. Estes, Sr. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. He was a veteran of World War II, a 32nd degree Mason and was the founder of GNOTS-RESERVE in Destrehan. Services are today at 2 p.m. in the chapel of H.C. Alexander Funeral Home, Norco, with interment at St. Charles Borromeo Mausoleum, Destrehan. In lieu of flowers, donations are encouraged to The Shriners Children's Hospital, c/o Jerusalem Temple, P. O. Box 712, Destrehan, La. 70047-0712.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 9, 2000

April 28, 1950 - October 15, 2019
George Bryan Exell passed away on Tuesday, October 15, 2019 at the age of 69. He was born in Hamilton, Bermuda and was a resident of Reserve, Louisiana. George retired from MG Automation and Controls, Inc. Son of the late John and Dorothy Louise Exell. Brother of the late John Warren Exell. Uncle of Chad Rosere. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation at Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, 2806 W. Airline Hwy., LaPlace on Saturday, October 26, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, LaPlace, LA (accessed 10/20/2019)

April 23, 1948 - February 10, 2019
John Exell passed away on Sunday, February 10, 2019. He was 70, born in Paget, Bermuda and was a resident of Reserve, LA. Beloved father of Chad Exell. Son of the late Dorothy Young Exell and John Exell. Brother of George Exell. He will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial visitation Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, 2806 W. Airline Hwy., LaPlace on Thursday, February 14, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, LaPlace, LA (accessed 2/13/2019)

Mark Owen Falgoust, 80, of Norco, LA passed away peacefully on Thursday May 3rd, 2018 at East Jefferson General Hospital. Mark and his loving sister Barbara were born in Reserve, LA to Nash and Leone Falgoust. Mark was a stand-out athlete at Reserve High School where he played baseball, basketball and was an all-District selection and Team Captain of the football team his senior year. In his last year of high school, Mark and Janet Perilloux were honored by being chosen Homecoming King and Queen. Upon graduation, his stated goal was to become "President of the United States!" Although he never reached that lofty expectation, what followed in the next sixty plus years was far more fulfilling. Shortly after high school, Mark began working fulltime for American Cyanamid and married Janet. They were blessed to give birth to two healthy boys- Barry and Scott Falgoust. It was during this time that he developed some of his lifelong passions: LSU football, golf and carpentry. For a short period of time in the late 1970's, he owned a construction company. Several of the structures that he built are still standing in the River Parishes today. (A true testament to the man's creativity long after he is gone!) It was during the 1970's that Mark married his second wife Nancy, and they gave birth to his youngest son, Paul Falgoust. As he transitioned from the contracting business to Purchasing Manager for Cytec Industries in the latter part of his work career, Mark discovered what would give him his greatest joy in life-his grandchildren and great grandchildren. "Pops", as he was called by his grandchildren, always spoke of them with great pride in their accomplishments and loved seeing all of them during the holidays and at birthday parties. While he often lamented the fading of his Elvis-like good looks (and his hairline!), the thought of his grandchildren always put a smile on his face! As he settled into his twilight years, we would often share a bourbon while watching an LSU football game and he would reminisce about his life and his family. He always hoped that we knew how much he loved and cared for all of us and that we not worry about him because he had a good, full life. Yes, "Pops", you sure did have a good life! We will always love and remember you! Mark is pre-deceased by his parents Nash and Leone Falgoust. He will forever be remembered by his sister Barbara, his children Barry (Judy), Scott (Lana) and Paul (Linda), by his grandchildren Lesley (Robert), Brett (Alexis), Lindsey (Blake), Michelle and Chris and by his great-grandchildren Averie and Lily. He will be fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and cousins as well. And of course, his beloved dog, "Rooster", will always miss his master. Please join us in honoring the memory of Mark on Saturday May 19th at Millet-Guidry Funeral Home where a memorial service will be held from 9-11 am. Millet-Guidry Funeral Home is located at 2806 West Airline Highway, LaPlace, LA 70068. Tel: (985)-536-7700. Flowers are always welcome, but if you would really like to honor the memory of Mark Falgoust, please consider making a donation to the Kidney Cancer Association at www.kidneycancer.org.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home online obit (accessed 5/12/2018)

HAHNVILLE - Elise Gaubert Falgout, 85, a native of Luling and resident of Hahnville, died Dec. 12. She was the wife of the late Clement Falgout and mother of Audrey Matherne and Larry Sr. and Gerald Falgout. She was also the daughter of the late Sylvester and Veronica Naquin Gaubert and sister of Enid Holibaugh and Edward, Ernest, Richard, Carroll, Vivian, Mabel, Alma and the late Wallace, Sylvester, Raymond, Earline and Mildred Gaubert. She is also survived by one grandchild and one great-grandchild. Services were Dec. 15 at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Hahnville, with interment at the church cemetery, Taft.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 16, 2000

November 9, 1958 - July 15, 2019
Elizabeth Jean Fields passed away at her residence on Monday, July 15, 2019 at the age of 60. She was a native of Cincinnati, Ohio and a resident of LaPlace, LA. Beloved wife of Kenneth A. Fields. Loving mother of Kenneth A. Fields II (Kelly), Tiffany Cherie Juneau (Daniel), and Ryan Edward Fields. Grandmother of Austin, Joey, Elizabeth, Frank and Eleanor. Daughter of the late Cecil and Lillian Cooper. Sister of Patricia Morgan, Frances Sunderman, Helen Holton, Teresa Grimm, Ricky, Robert, Cecil, Gary and the late Randy Cooper. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

A Symbol of Hope
A butterfly lights beside us like a sunbeam
And for a brief moment its glory
and beauty belong to our world
But then it flies again
And though we wish it could have stayed...
We feel lucky to have seen it.

Kenneth A. Fields passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2020 at the age of 63. He was born in Cincinnati, Ohio and was a resident of LaPlace, LA. Beloved husband of the late Elizabeth Jean Fields. Loving father of Jodi F. Culver (David), Kenneth A. Fields, II (Kelly), Tiffany Cherie Juneau (Daniel), and Ryan Edward Fields. Grandfather of Sabra, Zoe, Austin, Joey, Elizabeth, Frank and Eleanor. Son of the late Edgar Fields and Margaret Hugo Winkelman. Also survived by his Uncle John, Aunt Sue, siblings, nieces and nephews. Kenneth had a love for life and family that went beyond words. He loved to spend time with his grandkids. His favorite hobbies were fishing and rehabbing unloved homes. He also loved coaching, it didn't matter what the activity was he just loved helping people get better. He will be missed by all. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, 2806 W. Airline Hwy., LaPlace on Saturday, January 11, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
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NORCO - Rubin Nathaniel Finn, 76, a native of Hahnville and resident of Norco, died Dec. 10. He was the father of Rubin Gray and Lee Diggs. He was also the son of the late Lucien and Ceola Waters Finn, and brother of Rose Lee White and Melvin Smith Jr. He is also survived by one grandchild. Services were held Dec. 19 at Good Hope Baptist Church, Norco, with interment at Montz Memorial Cemetery, Montz.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 20, 2000

Joseph T. Francis, Jr. entered into eternal rest on Monday, February 12, 2018 at 12:15 a.m. Beloved husband of 55 years to Kay Faucheux Francis. Father of Lisa, Joey, Robin, John and Roy (Tiffany) Francis. Son of the late Joseph T. Francis, Sr. and Lionella Wiltoz Francis. Brother of Jeanne Voiron. Grandfather of James Champagne, Kaitlyn, Victoria, Tyler and John Francis. Great-grandfather of Baileigh Francis. Joseph proudly served our country in the U.S. Army and will be sadly missed by all who loved him. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at St. Charles Borromeo Church,13396 River Rd, Destrehan, LA on Monday, February 19, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation at the church from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Interment in St. Charles Borromeo Mausoleum. Arrangements by Millet-Guidry Funeral Home.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home online obit (accessed 2/15/2018)

Brenda Ann (Probst) Frase passed away on Thursday, October 5, 2017. She was 75, a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of LaPlace, LA. She was preceded in death by her husband Joe Harris Frase, Sr. and her parents. She is survived by a son, 2 daughters: Cheryl Lewis (George) and Sue Ellen Mire (David, Sr.), grandchildren, great-grandchildren, step-brother, step-sister and her beloved dog, "Sparky". Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Service at Life House Church, 3556 W. Airline Hwy, Reserve, LA on Thursday, October 12, 2017 at 10:30 a.m.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home online obit (accessed 10/6/2017)

LAPLACE - Howard T. Gaudet Sr., 82, a native of Hahnville and resident of LaPlace for 21 years, died Dec. 5. He was the husband of the late Mary Migliore Gaudet and father of Mona Loisel and Gail, Howard Jr. and Shelly Gaudet. He was also the son of the late Thomas and Corinne Gaudet and brother of Vivian Jacob, Mildred Toye and Clifford and Wade Gaudet. He is also survived by four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Services were Dec. 7 in the chapel of Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, LaPlace, with interment at St. Charles Borromeo Cemetery, Destrehan.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 9, 2000

NEW ORLEANS - Ellis Joseph Gauthreaux, 73, a native of St. Rose andresident of River Ridge for 12 years, died Dec. 14. He was the brother of Eloise Simoneux, Lillian Perez, Oscar and Allen Gauthreaux. Graveside services were held Dec. 15 at St. Patrick Cemetery No. 1, New Orleans.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 20, 2000

Thelma Ruth Williams George peacefully transition on Friday, October 18, 2019, Wife of Paul A. George, Mother of Paula Guillard, Paul, Jr., and Christopher George, Sr., two foster children Cleo Antoine and Alfreda White. Sister of Lucille McClain, Eugenia Chambers, Regina Doston, Joseph, III, James, Sr., Robert Sr. and Cubby Doston. Thelma is survived by 10 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2019 at St. John B.C., 287 Daffodil St., Mt. Airy, La. at 1:00 pm., Rev. Paula Guillard, pastor, officiating. Visitation at 12:00 noon. Service Entrusted To Hobson Brown Funeral Home, 134 Daisy Street, P.O. Box 61, Garyville, LA 70051.
Published in The Times-Picayune on Oct. 25, 2019

Surrounded by her loving family at Ochsner Main Campus on Jefferson Hwy., Sara Lee Shuford Glidden, age 74, went to be with her Lord and Savior on January 29, 2018. She was a native of Louisiana, Missouri and a resident of LaPlace, Louisiana for 34 years. Sara was the loving wife to her husband of 53 years, Harry Glidden, Jr.; mother of Brent (Kendra) Glidden and the late Neil (Jennifer) Glidden; devoted grandmother of Ashleigh (Justin) Tumminello, Alexzander (Kaitlyn) Glidden, Austin Glidden, Devin Collins, Victoria Glidden; great grandmother of Teagan Glidden; sister to Betty Dolbeare (Raymond), Frances Koeller (Harry) and L. Donald Shuford (Jean); aunt to several nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents John Oliver Shuford and Frances Elzea Shuford; brothers Lloyd Shuford (Jean), John Oliver Shuford, Jr., E. Alexander Shuford (Leora), Kenneth Shuford (Betty) and Harold Shuford (Gisele). Sara was a graduate of Louisiana (Missouri) High School and attended Northeast Missouri State College majoring in accounting. Her accomplishments / Hobbies included: Honorary Life Member of the Texas Jaycee-ettes, former Treasurer of the River Forest Homeowners Association, a former member of the Krewe of Iris, a proud supporter of the Leukemia Foundation, member of the DuPont Wives Club and First United Methodist Worship Committee. She was a bookkeeper by trade and retired from Brennan's Printing and Direct Mail after 20 years. She enjoyed traveling, loved cruises, and passing a good time with her family and friends. Sara was also a hummingbird enthusiast, an avid gardener and a loyal fan of the New Orleans Saints. She will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. Sara's family would like to thank all of those whom have expressed their condolences during this time of loss. All are invited to attend a visitation in her honor to be held at Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, 2806 W. Airline Hwy., LaPlace on Monday, February 5th from 6:00 - 9:00 PM. A memorial service will follow on Tuesday, February 6th officiated by Reverend Regina Hickman at First United Methodist Church of LaPlace located at 301 Bamboo Road in LaPlace at 10:00 AM. with visitation beginning in church at 9:00 AM. A private burial at Jefferson Memorial Gardens in St. Rose, LA will be held at a later date. Millet-Guidry Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. To sign and view the family guestbook, please visit www.milletguidry.com In lieu of flowers, please make donations to: American Heart Association or the First United Methodist Church of LaPlace.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home online obit (accessed 1/31/2018)

Clarence Goffner Jr. passed away on Thursday, March 8, 2018, in his home in LaPlace, LA, Son of Sylvia and Clarence Goffner Sr. Father of Kamarion Clarence Stokes. Brother of Christina (Momodou Jallow), Chisterlin, Kimberly (George Johnson), Anita (O. Gregory Powell) and Devona (Chandler Mashia). Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. Age 37 years. A native of New Orleans, LA, and resident of LaPlace, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service at New Wine Christian Fellowship, 1929 W. Airline Hwy, LaPlace, LA, on Friday, March 16, 2018, at 11:00 AM, Rev. Neil J. Bernard, Pastor, Officiating. Burial will be private. Visitation at the above named church from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM. SERVICED BY ROBOTTOM MORTUARY.
TheNewOrleansAdvocate.com from Mar. 13 to Mar. 16, 2018

LULING - Romelis "Nunny" Gordon Jr., 76, a native and resident of Luling, died Dec. 30. He was the husband of the late Cora Wright Gordon and father of Thomas Pierre. He was also the son of the late Romelis and Alice Gordon and brother of Brenda Fuller, Eva Adams, Mathilda Singleton, Willie Mae Taylor and Francis, Amelia, Earl, Charles and the late Lawrence, Alma and August Gordon. Services were Jan. 5 at Bell Baptist Church, Luling, with interment at Bethlehem Cemetery, Hahnville.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; January 2001

William (Wilbert) Greenup transitioned on Thursday July 15, 2019, Son of the late George and Alice Greenup, Father of Mona, Denise, William Greenup, Pearl and Kevin Singleton, Shardannay Lewis and Elton Joseph, Bother of Glenda Garza, Elise Cook and Wilfred Greenup. William is also survived by a devoted friend Karen Isaac and a host of grandchildren 1 great-grandchild relatives and friends. Memorial Service will be held on Friday July 19, 2019 at Milesville Memorial Church of God In Christ, 129 Apple St., Laplace, LA, at 10:00am. Meeting with the family at 9:30 a.m. Bishop Ronald Frank Pastor, officiating. Professional Services entrusted to the caring staff of Hobson Brown Funeral Home, 134 Daisy St., Garyville, LA 70051; 985-535-2516.
Published in The Times-Picayune (LA) on July 19, 2019

BOUTTE - Leona Broden Griffin, 76, a native of Welcome and resident of Boutte, died Feb. 17. She was the mother of Joyce Brown, Valerie Robertson, Patricia Johnson and Clarence Griffin Jr. She was also the sister of Florence Johnson, Ethel Mae Butler, Vidella Daggs and the Rev. Joseph Broden. Services are today at 11 a.m. at Mt. Airy Baptist Church, Boutte, with interment at the church cemetery. Visitation starts at 9 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; February 24, 2001

NORCO - Craig John Guidry, 36, a native of Jefferson and resident of Destrehan, died Dec. 3. He was the husband of Julie Guidry and father of Justin David Guidry. He was also the son of Gary and Letty V. Guidry and brother of Alicia Windstein. He is also survived by his grandparents Ruth Vicari and Delmo Guidry. He was preceded in death by grandparents Anthony Vicari Sr. and Roy J. Guidry. Services are today at 8 p.m. in the chapel of H. C. Alexander Funeral Home, Norco. Visitation starts at 6 p.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 6, 2000

Julia Ann Hamilton passed away on Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at the age of 76. She was a native of Carroll Township, PA and a resident of LaPlace, LA. Beloved wife of 57 years to Ronald Lee Hamilton. Loving mother of Lesa Turkovich (George), Daniel Hamilton (Theresa) and Ronald K. Hamilton (Kari). Grandmother of Jessica, Chelsea, Brittany, Daniel (Amanda), Morgan (Sheila), Jessica and Garrett. Great grandmother of Brody, Donald, Hunter, Ryder, Gracie, Preston and Jaxon. She is preceded in death by her parents, Daniel M. Stearns and Sarah Ann Leyda Stearns and her sisters, Elsie and Alice. She is also survived by cousins, nieces and nephew. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, 2806 W. Airline Hwy, LaPlace on Saturday, June 9, 2018 at 8:00 p.m. Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home online obit (accessed 6/7/2018)

William (Bro. Bill) Harrier passed away, surrounded by his loving family, on Tuesday, April 17, 2018. He was 82, a native of Portis, Kansas and a resident of Gramercy, LA for 32 years until moving to Reserve, LA. Bill served in the Air Force stationed in Shreveport, LA (as a Police Officer) and was an avid fisherman. Husband of the late Thelma J. King Harrier. Father of Dani Williams (Clifton) of Gramercy, LA. Stepfather of Kathy Smith (Allen) of LaPlace, LA and the late Danny King and Peter Ziegler. Son of the late William and Dorothy Harrier. Grandfather of the late April Smith. Also survived by 4 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Bill was an active leader at Celebration Church in LaPlace, a Marriage Counselor, C.R. and a preacher for Southeast Louisiana Veterans War Home in Reserve, LA. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service at Celebration Church, 3400 US-51, LaPlace on Monday, April 23, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. Visitation at church from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Arrangements by Millet-Guidry Funeral Home.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home online obit (accessed 4/19/2018)

June 28, 1928 - October 3, 2019
Mildred Marie Chimento Hawkins passed away on Thursday, October 3, 2019 at the age of 91. She was born in Brooklyn, NY and was a resident of LaPlace, LA. Beloved wife of the late Carl Ray Hawkins. Loving mother of Debra Schum (Galen), Kathy Kliebert (Lynn), David Hawkins (Maria) and Susan LaPrade (Bob). Grandmother of Amy, Kacie, Heidi, Megan, Kevin, Brian, Rachel, Dean, Ben, Zac, Breton, Sam, Josh and Jessica. Daughter of the late Mary Sesta Chimento and Louis Chimento. Sister of Thomas Chimento and the late Louise Baratta, Frank Chimento and Annmarie Tedesco. Also survived by 14 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Millie was an extraordinary wife, mother and sister; the matriarch of the family that made everyone she came in contact with feel loved and important. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation at Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, 2806 W. Airline Hwy., LaPlace on Monday, October 7, 2019 from 1:00 p.m. until 2:45 p.m. Words of remembrance at the Funeral Home will begin at 2:45 p.m. followed by a Memorial Mass at 4:00 p.m. at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 529 W 5th Street, LaPlace, LA.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, LaPlace, LA (accessed 10/5/2019)

January 31, 1930 - July 21, 2019
Doris Broussard Haydel passed away peacefully on July 21, 2019 at the age of 89. She was born January 31, 1930 to Aymar and Naomi (Dubois) Broussard in New Iberia, LA. She married Earl F Haydel Sr on November 28, 1968 and was a resident of Reserve, LA. Doris is preceded in death by her father, Aymar, mother, Naomi, and 11 siblings. She is survived by her brother George Broussard, loving husband Earl Haydel Sr, daughter Cindy Martinez (Adrian), son Earl Haydel Jr (Laurie), and daughter Terri Morris (Tim). She will fondly be remembered by her 7 grandchildren: Kelley Martinez, Kristan Pedesclaux, Keva Fontanille, Wendy Henderson, Jason Haydel, Misty Melvin, Summer Haydel, and grand-dog: Lexie Morris. There will be a two hour visitation on Thursday, July 25 2019 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. with the Funeral Service to immediately follow at 11:00 a.m. at Millet-Guidry Funeral Home: 2806 West Airline Hwy, LaPlace, LA. Interment will take place at Jefferson Memorial Gardens: 11316 River Rd., St. Rose, LA.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, LaPlace, LA (accessed 7/23/2019)

NORCO - William Hayes Jr., 66, a native of Norco and resident of Milwaukee, died Feb. 10. He was the father of Rhonda Woods, David Hayes and William Jenkins. He was also the son of Edwina Hall Moore and the late William Hayes, brother of Karen Harris, Maryetta McCurry, Elouise Labostrie, Clarence, Michael, Aaron and Donna Moore and stepbrother of Marion London. He is also survived by five grandchildren and two great- grandchildren. Services were private.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; February 17, 2001

Jessica Lynn Haywood passed away on Thursday, April 5, 2018. She was 33, a native of LaPlace, LA and a resident of Tickfaw, LA. Beloved mother of Zachary Alexander Haywood and Allie Paige Haywood. Daughter of Donald Haywood, Jr. and the late Danielle Winters Haywood. Step-daughter of Pamela A. Haywood. Sister of Jennifer Haywood, Naomi Haywood, Michelle Vega and Kristy Vega. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Service at Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, 2806 W. Airline Hwy., LaPlace on Monday, April 16, 2018 at 12:00 p.m. Visitation from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home online obit (accessed 4/14/2018)

HEBERT - Emily M. Hebert on Thursday in Kaseman Presbyterian Hospital, Albuquerque, New Mexico. Age 65 years. Wife of James P. Hebert. Mother of James P. Hebert III of Richardson, Texas and Michael J. Hebert of Albuquerque, New Mexico, Beth E. Taylor of Houston, Texas and Sharon A. Bertucci of Metairie, Louisiana. Sister of Gordon Bonnette of Covington, Robers Bonnette of Robert, La. and Huey Bonnette of Lake Okeechobee, Fla., and Maudry Ferrand of Slidell. Also survived by 6 grandchildren. A native of Plaucheville, Louisiana and a resident of Albuquerque for the past 22 years. Funeral services will be held on Monday, November 19, 1984 at Sangre De Cristo Catholic Church, Albuquerque, New Mexico. Burial will be in the National Cemetery, Santa Fe, New Mexico. French Mortuary of Albuquerque is in charge of arrangements.
Contributed by Dale Tregre - unknown newspaper clipping, dated Saturday, November 17, 1984

Rites Monday
Funeral services will be held Monday for William Floyd Hebert, retired division manager of Ford Motors, who died Thursday. He was 56. Services begin at 9 a.m. in the chapel of Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp Funeral Home, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd. Interment will be in St. Louis No. 3 Cemetery. Mr. Hebert retired from Ford Motors after 27 years with the company. A native of this area, he participated in the Navy V-2 program at Loyola University. Mr. Hebert is survived by his mother, the former Aline Tregre Brown; a brother, James P. Hebert; and two sisters, Mrs. Iris M. Lafayette and Mrs. Marion Huth.
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BROWN - Aline Tregre Hebert Brown. At her residence in Metairie, on Monday June 8, 1987. Beloved wife of the late James Hebert by first marriage and the late George Brown by second marriage. Mother of James Hebert, Iris Lafayette, Marion Huth and the late William Hebert. Sister of Mrs. Conrad Spatz and Mrs. John Haydel. Daughter of the late Leonce and Olymp Tregre. Also survived by 15 grandchildren and 32 great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral Mass from the Jefferson Home of Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blve. in Metairie on Wednesday, June 10 at 1 o'clock p.m. Interment in St. Louis No. 3 Cemetery. Visitation on Wednesday, June 10 from 10 a.m. until service time.
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LUTCHER - Sadie Holland Hickman, 73, a native of Plaquemine and resident of Lutcher, died Feb. 8. She was the wife of the late Rev. Cleo Hickman, and mother of Thomas Holland. She was also the daughter of the late Joseph Sr. and Mary Braxton Holland, and sister of Lillie Mae Cain, and the late Lottie Gaines, Mary Taylor, Joseph Jr., Ross and James Holland. She is also survived by three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Services were Feb. 15 at King Triumph Baptist Church, Lutcher, with interment at Home State Cemetery, Plaquemine.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; February 17, 2001

March 11, 1938 - April 29, 2019
Rolf Herman Hildebrandt passed away on Monday, April 29, 2019 at the age of 81. He was a native of Germany and a resident of LaPlace for over 40 years. Rolf proudly served in the U.S. Army and was honorably discharged. He worked for Shell Chemical in Saudia Arabia and Norco, was an officer in the American Legion, member of the Lions Club and was on the committee for planning and zoning for St. John the Baptist. Rolf impacted everyone's life and was a true original and will be greatly missed. Beloved husband of the late Virginia Arquitt Hildebrant. Son of the late Maria Bez Hildebrandt and Hans Hildebrandt. Brother of Ursula Schneider. Uncle of Michael Schneider. Stepfather of April Accomando and Eric Covington. Step-grandfather of Christina Accomando and Matthew Accomando. Also survived by dear friend, Elke Dandridge. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Service at Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, 2806 W. Airline Hwy., LaPlace on Saturday, May 4, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his memory to the St. John the Baptist Animal Shelter.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, LaPlace, LA (accessed 5/2/2019)

NORCO - Clifford J. Hinkle, 86, a native of Corning, Ark., and resident of New Sarpy for 46 years, died Nov. 30. He was the husband of the late Rosemary Poche Hinkle and father of Patricia Chiasson, Susan Cabibi, Kathleen Pellegrine and Clifford II and the late Carolyn Hinkle. He was also the son of the late Louis Nelly and Willie Hinkle. He is also survived by eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Services are today at noon at First Baptist Church, Norco, with interment at St. Charles Borromeo Cemetery, Destrehan. Visitation starts at 9:30a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 2, 2000

Irene Hall Holland at the age of 78 yrs departed this earthly life and entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, August 1, 2018. Irene was a native of Edgard, LA and a resident of LaPlace, LA. Beloved wife of James Holland Jr. of LaPlace, LA for 17 yrs. Loving mother of Andrea Elem, Alvin Phillips Jr., and Reggie Phillips Sr. Step-mother of Dionne Holland Peck, Jerome Holland, Steven Holland, and adopted daughter Janice Geason. Sister of Ellis Hall Sr. (Alice). Also survived by 10 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Irene was preceded in death by her parents Rozeila Marshall Hall and Washington Hall Sr., siblings Washington Hall Jr., Richard Hall, John Hall, Jesse Hall, Ophelia Stockman, Josephine Gordon, Aldonia Johnson, and Lily Lumar. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers, and members of the family, Second Baptist Church 6th District of New Orleans, LA, Greater New St. Peter Baptist Church, 1st District Women's Department, Waterford #3 Power Plant, and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Homegoing Celebration on Friday, August 10, 2018 at 10:00 am at Second Baptist Church 4218 Laurel St. New Orleans, LA 70115. Pastor Samuel Gibbs Jr. officiating. Interment in LA Veteran Cemetery of Slidell, LA. Visitation will be at Bardell's Mortuary on Thursday, August 9, 2018 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. and at the Second Baptist Church of New Orleans, LA from 9:00 a.m. until service time.
TheNewOrleansAdvocate.com from Aug. 8 to Aug. 11, 2018

Louis Holloway, Jr., was born to the Late Lizzie Williams and the Late Louis Holloway, Sr. on March 23, 1943 in Garyville, La. On Saturday, July 28, 2018 at Ochsner Hospital, Kenner, La, Louis was called to his Heavenly Home. On March 21, 1981 Louis was united in holy matrimony to Wanda Eugene. To this union was one daughter, Zakiya Holloway. Louis also has one Son, Darren Mitchell, Sr. and reard Charonika Wilkens and Lemey Ross. Louis was reared here in Garyville, where he attended public schools here in St. John the Baptist Parish, graduated from Fifth Ward High in 1961. He attended Southern University in Baton Rouge, LA where he received his Bachelor Degree in education and then further his education by receiving is Master's Degree. He was employed by St. John Parish School Board for over 50 years, as a Coach at East St. John High School until his retirement. Coach Holloway had a great impact in our community and the lives of our children. Louis accepted Christ as his saviour later on in Life. He leaves to cherish his memories, his wife, Wanda Holloway, one daughter, Zakiya Holloway, one son, Darren (Taleka) Mitchell, Charonika Wilkens and Lemey Ross; one Brother, Charles Holloway, Sr. 4 Sisters, Diane (Rickie) Perrilloux Victoria (Dwayne) Fleming, Eula Williams and Marie Williams, 4 granchildren, Darren Mitchell, Jr., Nicholas Mitchell, Destiny Esko, and Kayliv Parquet; In-Laws, Diane, Patricia, Stanley Hawkins, Vanessa (Kevin) Robertson, Sharoit, Bryan, and Charles Eugene; Devoted Friends, Alex Mils, Ir., Lester Simon and Andrea Wilkens, a host of Nieces, Nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Louis Holloway, Sr., Mother, Lizzie Williams, Brothers, Clarence Holloway, Robert Holloway, his grandparents, Victoria Sullivan, Eddie Williams, Harriet and Mike Valentine, In-Laws, Elaine Holloway, Karen Washington, Ruby Lee Hawkins, Debra Smith and Charley Erytenie. A Celebration of Coach Holloway's life will be held at 11:00 am, on Saturday, August 4, 2018, from Mont Zion #1 Baptist Church, 144 Little Hope St., Garyville, La., Rev. Kent B. Fredericks officiating. Following a private burial. Public visitation will be held on Friday, August 3,2018 from 5:00 until 7:00 pm at Treasures of Life. Final care entrusted to Treasures of Life Funeral Services, 315 E. Airline Hwy, Gramercy, LA 70052.
www.treasurefunerals.com (accessed 10/7/2018)

11/12/1978 - 9/11/2016
Reginald Holmes, Jr. of Garyville, La. passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 11, 2016. He leaves to cherish his memories his son, Deante Davis, sisters Crystal, Natasha, and Yvette Prembrook, Tracy Russell, Natoya, Jace, and Tramon Lee. Preceded in death by his parents Casana Primbrook and Reginald Holmes, Sr., one sister, Melanie Prembrook and one brother, Michael Lee. A gathering of friends and family will be held on Saturday, September 24, 2016, for 10:00 a.m. at Treasures of Life Center for Life Funeral Services, 315 E. Airline Hwy, Gramercy, La. Private disposition to follow.
www.treasurefunerals.com (accessed 10/18/2018)

Janice Andre Hoover, born December 14, 1938, in Point Coupee, LA, and passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, at her home in LaPlace at 2:22 p.m. on Saturday, October 27, 2018. She was 79 years old. She was preceded in death by her parents, Russell J. Andre, Sr. and Gracie Guerin Andre, her brother, Russell J. Andre, Jr., and grandson, Zachary Hoover. She is survived by her beloved husband of 61 years, Harry J. Hoover; her four children-Cherrie Hoover Broekhoven (spouse-Wayne), Timothy Hoover (spouse-Camilla), Steven Hoover (spouse-Lisa) and Michael Hoover (spouse-Leigh); her siblings, Donald Andre (spouse-Diana), Richard Andre, James Andre (spouse-Darlene) and Debbie Andre Fox (spouse-Jim). She also leaves unforgettable cherished memories, 10 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, cousins, nieces, nephews and her beloved dog, Logan. Janice and her family moved to Baton Rouge where she attended from Redemptorist High School. She married Harry on August 3, 1957, and moved with her husband and family to LaPlace in 1967. Janice, who loved to sing for weddings since she was in grammar school, joined the St. Joan of Arc Chancel Choir and remained a member for over 41 years. In 1971, she joined the Christmas Cantata of four LaPlace churches for the season. In 1987, she was selected for the Choir for Pope John's Papal Visit in New Orleans, LA. She worked for Sears in both LaPlace and Clearview for 25 years. In her spare time, she joined the St. John Theatre. Some her favorite performances were Bloody Mary in South Pacific; Aunt Eller in Oklahoma; Golde in Fiddler on the Roof; and Lady Margaret in Camelot. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 529 West 5th Street, LaPlace, LA 70068 on Friday, November 2, 2018 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon followed by a Funeral Mass at 12:00 noon. Inurnment will be held at Roselawn Cemetery, 4045 North St., Baton Rouge, LA 70806 at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church. Arrangements by Millet-Guidry Funeral Home.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home online obit (accessed 10/31/2018)

July 7, 1962 - October 25, 2019
Linton "Mouse" House, Jr. passed away from complications of a motorcycle accident on Friday, October 25, 2019 at the age of 57. He was born in Concord, MA and was a resident of LaPlace, LA. "Mouse" was a compassionate plumber in the River Parishes, belonged to a dart league and recently took an interest in fishing. Beloved father of Amber Nicole Munoz (Joey). Grandfather of April Lopez, Autumn Lopez and Dominic Munoz. Loving son of Linton Q. House, Sr. and Doyleen B. House. Brother of Shawn House (Lori) and Stephanie House. Uncle of Michael, Allie, Lorel and Gabrielle House. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Service at Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, 2806 W. Airline Hwy., LaPlace on Saturday, November 2, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. with the visitation starting at 9:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in his memory to the charity of your choice.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, LaPlace, LA (accessed 10/29/2019)

Veronica Sue Hudson, born on September 24, 1974 in Hermann, MO and raised in Laplace, LA. God brought her home on August 17, 2017 surrounded by her loved ones. Veronica is survived by her children, Jacob Hudson (Kandi Rizzo), Noah Fugate and Sandy Fugate; her granddaughter, Nova Jean; her husband, Noah Anthony Fugate; mother, Sandy Rucker Remedies (Joseph Remedies); father, Ace Hudson; stepfather, Mark Burson; grandparents, John and Pauline Rucker; sisters, Tricia H. Lazo (Ron Lazo) and Joy H. Phillips (Rob Phillips); step brother, Paul Burson; step sisters, Chrissy B. Dotson (Tony Dotson) and April Remedies (Chris Deloach); step brothers, Joey Remedies (Candy Remedies) and Paul Remedies (Amanda Remedies). She is also survived by many other family members and friends. Veronica (Roni) was a wonderful and devoted parent. She was a passionate cosmetologist and a loving friend. She had such a natural way of making people smile and was loved by so many. Although she is gone, her light can still be felt by those who knew and loved her. She will be greatly missed! The Funeral Service will be held at Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, 2806 W. Airline Hwy, LaPlace on Tuesday, August 22, 2017. Visitation from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. with the Funeral Service immediately following at 6:30 p.m.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home online obit (accessed 9/25/2017)

HUTH - Marion Hebert Huth at Harahan, Louisiana on Sunday, February 6, 1994 at 10:06 a.m. Beloved wife of the late Warren J. Huth. Daughter of the late Aline Tregre & Pelham Hebert. Mother of Aline Genenheimer, Darleen Hernandez, Charleen Kelly, Marlene Schaefer, Warren Huth, Jr. and Colleen Christiana. Sister of James Hebert and the late Iris Lafayette and William Hebert. Also survived by 10 grandchildren and 2 step-grandchildren. Age 66 years. A native of New Orleans, Louisiana and a resident of Harahan, Louisiana. Relatives, friends of the family, friends of Colonial Country Club and Colonial Manor Apartments are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from the Jefferson Chapel of Tharp Sontheimer Tharp Funeral Home, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd. at 43rd Street, Metairie, Louisiana on Tuesday, February 1994 at 12:00 p.m. Interment in St. Louis No. 3 Cemetery. Visitation on Tuesday, February 8, 1994 after 10:00 a.m. until Service time. Information call 835-2341.
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HUTH - Warren J. Huth Sr. at the V.A. Hospital in New Orleans on Monday, February 8, 1988. Beloved husband of Marion Hebert Huth. Father of Aline Gegenheimer, Darleen Hernandez, Charleen Kelly, Marleen Schaefer, Warren J. Huth Jr. and Colleen Christiana. Son of Mrs. Nora Huth and the late Robert Huth Sr. Brother of Robert C. Huth Jr. and Margie O'Hallaron, also 9 grandchildren. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from the Jefferson chapel of Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, Louisiana on Tuesday, February 9, 1988 at 2 o'clock p.m. Interment in St. Louis Number 3 Cemetery. Visitation on Tuesday February 9, 1988 from 11 a.m. until service time. Masses or Memorials to Poor Clare Nuns, 720 Henry Clay Street in New Orleans.
Contributed by Dale Tregre - unknown newspaper clipping dated Tuesday, February 9, 1988

LULING - Noe Joseph Hymel, 91, a native of Vacherie and resident of Luling, died Dec. 12. He was the husband of Norma H. Hymel and father of Donald and Raymond Hymel. He was also the son of the late Benjamin and Fellecie Traigle Hymel and brother of Paula Blaise, Wilfred Hymel and the late Norman, Sidney, Elvina, Stella and Sister Loyola Hymel. He is also survived by five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Services were Dec. 14 at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, Luling, with interment at St. Charles Cemetery, Luling.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 16, 2000

1946 - 2018
Stafford "Zeke" Jacob of Edgard, LA on Monday, March 12, 2018 departed this life. Brother of Betty and Anthony Samuel. Also survived by nieces and nephews, Terrell (Lisa) Herbert, Denise Herbert, Leala (Raynard) Thomas, Marvell Herbert, Rachel (Keith) Bruce, Charles Samuel, Harold Hines and Dameion Hines. Devoted cousin Ida Arceneaux, Rose Ulmer, Charles August, and Shantell Hall. A host of great nieces, nephews and friends. Two God children, Dana Herbert and Leala Thomas. Also preceded in death by parents Wilbert and Artemese Jacob. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a funeral service at Mount Zion Baptist Church, 107 Magnolia Ridge Road, Boutte, LA 70039. Pastor Charles Johnson officiating. Visitation at church from 10:00am until service time 11:00am. Final care entrusted to Treasure of Life Funeral Services, 315 East Airline Hwy, Gramercy LA 70052.
www.treasurefunerals.com (accessed 10/7/2018)

May 8, 1958 - November 24, 2019
On November 24, 2019, Cynthia "Cindy" Sanchez Jenkins peacefully passed away surrounded by family at the age of 61, following a courageous battle with cancer. Cindy was born in New Orleans, LA and was a long-term resident of LaPlace, LA. To know Cindy, was to love her. She never met a person that did not instantly connect with her, as she had a miraculous ability of making people feel as though she had known them forever. The love that Cindy had for her family and friends was deep and unconditional. The amount of people left behind to remember her and love her are immeasurable. Cindy was preceded in death by her mother, Emily Sanchez and sister, Kathryn Sanchez. Those left behind to carry on her legacy are her father Henry Sanchez, loving husband Terry, son Daniel Babin (Amanda), daughter Sarah Shinpoch (Alex), brother Neil Sanchez (Bobbi), sister Marilyn Summerhalter (Don), grandchildren Sonny, Alex, and Alyssa, mother-in-law and friend Debbie Wilson, nephew Mark Babin(Stephanie) and her great niece Emma Babin that she adored with all of her heart. Cindy will also be missed and remembered by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, family and friends that all loved her beyond words can express. A celebration of life will be held at Millet Guidry Funeral Home, 2806 W. Airline Hwy, LaPlace. on Saturday, November 30, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. with the service to follow at 11:00 a.m. to give family and friends the opportunity to gather together and remember the amazing life that Cindy lived, be a source of comfort for each other, and share memories.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home online obit (accessed 11/26/2019)

Jerry "JY" Jenkins passed away on Monday, January 29, 2018 at the age of 84. He was a native of Franklinton, LA and a resident of LaPlace, LA. He proudly served his country in the U. S. Navy during the Korean Conflict and later retired from Entergy as an Operations Superintendent. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge in LaPlace. Beloved husband of Deborah Wilson Jenkins by second marriage and the late Ruby Thigpen Jenkins by first marriage. Loving father of John Barry Jenkins, Terry Walter Jenkins (Cindy), Bradley Young Jenkins (Kellie) and Jaime Wilson Tennimon (Trey). Grandfather of Ellen Jenkins, Lisa Avery, Alecia Jenkins, Brandon Jenkins, Hannah Jenkins, Tess Jenkins Ha, Ashton Schumacher and Kenzie Tennimon. Also survived by numerous great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Son of the late Walter Durward "Slim" Jenkins and Lorena Sanders Jenkins. Brother of Edgar Louis Jenkins (Mary), Sarah Williams (James) and the late Walter Durward "Dub" Jenkins, Jr. (Ann). Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, 2806 W. Airline Hwy., LaPlace on Saturday, February 3, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. A Graveside Service will be held in Springhill Magee Cemetery in Franklinton, LA at 2:30 p.m.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home online obit (accessed 1/31/2018)

NEW SARPY - Edward "Eddie Bo" "Cheeta" Johnson, 50, a native and resident of New Sarpy, died Dec. 29. He was the husband of Rose Stewart and father of Danielle Kenner, Odie Murphy, Shelia Martin, Theresa Davis, Augustine Melancon, Shedrick Kenner and Freddie Martin. He was also the brother of Angela Davis and Terry, Roy, Charles, James and William Johnson Jr. He is also survived by 21 grandchildren. Services were Jan. 5 at House of Prayer Baptist Church, New Sarpy, with interment at Ashbury Cemetery, Clinton.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; January 6, 2001

VACHERIE - Gerald James Johnson Sr., 51, a native and resident of Vacherie, died Dec. 31. He was the husband of Phyllis Smith Johnson, father of Gerald Johnson Jr. and stepfather of Stevenson and Lance Champagne. He was also the son of the late Lebora Melancon and brother of Debra Graham, Marvin Jasmin and Michael Williams. He was a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War and worked as a supervisor at St. James Youth Center. Services are today at noon at First Baptist Church, Vacherie, with interment at St. Luke Baptist Cemetery, Moonshine. Visitation starts at 10 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; January 6, 2001

Joyce Ann Johnson, Age 69, departed this life on October 17, 2019. Wife of the late Jackie Johnson, Mother of Brian Brown, Sharon Robinson, Dwayne Brown and Shannon Hill, Sisters of Michael Cooper, Gregory White, Gail Johnson, Anthony, Mark and Cathy Gordon, Joyce is also survived by 12 grandchildren and a host other relatives and friends. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2019 at Oakland B.C., 825 Rev. Richard Wilson St., Kenner, La. at 10:00 am, Rev. Charles Hurst, Pastor, Officiating. Visitation on Saturday at 9 am until service time. Interment: Providence Memorial Park, Metairie LA. Professional Services entrusted to the caring staff Hobson Brown Funeral Home, 134 Daisy St., Garyville, La 70051, 985-535-2516.
Published in The Times-Picayune on Oct. 25, 2019

Germaine Cole-Jones, 37, a native of Norco and resident of Reserve, died Dec. 5. She was the wife of Sherman Jones Sr. and mother of Carlita Coleman and Ariana and Sherman Jones Jr. She was also the daughter of Milton and Carolyn Laurent Cole and sister of Devaliant Cole. She is also the granddaughter of Dorothy Cole of Gramercy. Services are today at 11 a.m. at Zion Travelers Baptist Church, Lions, with interment at St. Charles Borromeo Cemetery, Destrehan. Visitation starts at 10 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 9, 2000

BOUTTE - Janice Griffin Jones, 48, a native of Boutte and resident of Melbourne, Fla., died Nov. 23. She was the mother of Michelle and Kelvin Jones. She was also the daughter of Leona Groden Griffin and sister of Joyce Brown, Patricia Johnson, Valerie Robertson and Clarence Griffin Jr. Services are today at 11 a.m. at Mt. Airy Baptist Church, Boutte, with interment at the church cemetery. Visitation starts at 9 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 2, 2000

Deondra Kyneisha Joseph, age 23 peacefully transitioned to her eternal home on Thursday, January 10, 2019 with her family at her bedside. Daughter of Kenneth and Annette Joseph Webb, Sister of Lacorido, Elandra, and Kendra Joseph. Deondra is survived by nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles' East St. John class of 2016 other relatives and friends. Family, friends and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the home going service on Saturday January 19, 2019 at 11:00 am at Mt. Calvary B.C. 127 W. 3rd St. Laplace, La. Rev. Freddie Howard Pastor Officiating. Visitation at 9:00 am. Until service time. Interment in Providence Cemetery, Montz, La. Professional Services entrusted to the caring staff Hobson Brown Funeral Home, 134 Daisy St., Garyville, La 70051, 985-535-2516.
Published in TheNewOrleansAdvocate.com from Jan. 16 to Jan. 19, 2019

March 9, 1977 - January 14, 2019
Trina Tumblin Joseph passed away on Monday, January 14, 2019. She was 41, born in New Orleans, LA and was a resident of Pontchatoula, LA. Beloved wife of Patrick Joseph. Mother of Patrick, Preston and Paige Joseph. Daughter of Joyce Joseph and Stephen Tumblin. Sister of Tina Fallen, Stephen Tumblin, Toriano Tumblin, Casey Claborne, Cameron Tumblin and Kayla Tumblin. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, family and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Living Way Church, 810 Walnut St., LaPlace, LA on Saturday, January 19, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation at church from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Arrangements by Millet-Guidry Funeral Home.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, LaPlace, LA (accessed 1/18/2019)

August 13, 1976 - December 9, 2019
Anthony "Tony" Kirk passed away on Monday, December 9, 2019 at the age of 43. He was a native of Canton, OH and a resident of LaPlace, LA. Beloved husband of Gayle Birdsall Kirk. Loving father of Elizabeth Mohr and Aaron Mohr. Step-father of Joseph Hollier, IV. Son of the late Roger Kirk and Susan Lewis Kirk. Step-son of Rich Morris. Brother of Jackie Blogna, Michelle Pence and Rodney Kirk. Step brother of Jeremy, Andy and Brandon Morris. Grandson of Ann Lewis and the late Jack Lewis. He is also survived by 4 grandchildren, 3 step grandchildren, aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews. There will be no Funeral Service per Tony's request.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home online obit (accessed 12/12/2019)

Dorothy Kirk Lane departed this life on October 15, 2019. Widow of the late Israel Lane, and mother of Linda Kirk Lewis, Charlotte, Wilbur, and Karsten Kirk. Dorothy is also survived by grandchildren, great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 2, 2019 at 11:00 a.m at Greater Good Hope B.C., 47 Cathey St., Norco, LA. Rev. Tyrone Scott Pastor, Officiating. Professional Services entrusted to the caring staff of Hobson Brown Funeral Home, 134 Daisy St, Garyville, LA 70051. 985-535-2516.
Published in The Times-Picayune on Nov. 1, 2019

Henry Ellzey Kirkland passed away on Monday, July 23, 2018 at the age of 98. He was a resident of Tickfaw, LA for 6 years and former resident of Magnolia, Mississippi. Henry was a veteran of the U.S Army Corp during WWII and was an electrician with New Orleans Public Service for over 30 years. Beloved husband of Mary Laviolette Kirkland for 32 years. Loving father of Ronnie L. Kirkland, Melanie Orwig, Pamela Prats, Kristi Hunger and Henry Kirkland, Jr. Grandfather of 11 grandchildren and 1 great grandson. Former spouse of Margie Kirkland. Son of the late Henry Edward Kirkland and Rettie Clark Kirkland of Smithdale, Mississippi. Brother of the late Elaine Whittington, Laverne Harms, Bobby McCoy, Hugh B. Kirkland, and James Kirkland. A private burial will take place at Oak Grove Cemetery in Smithdale, Mississippi. Arrangements by Millet-Guidry Funeral Home.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home online obit (accessed 7/25/2018)

Arnold J. Labat, 87, of LaPlace, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, January 8, 2018 surrounded by his family and his loving wife Geraldine Bleakley Labat of 68 years. He was preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Mary Guercio Labat, two granddaughters, and a son-in-law. He is survived by his three sisters Noeline Satterlee, Rose Mary Evans and Sarah Abbatiello, his seven children Terry Labat (Trudy), Stephanie Morris (the late Paul), Mary Jo D'Amico (Anthony), Richard Labat (Elsie), Jill Vicknair (Darren), Toni Ruiz (Todd), and Hollie Faucheux (Lenny), twenty-three grandchildren, and twenty-four great grandchildren. Arnold was born in White Castle, LA and grew up in LaPlace. He graduated from Leon Godchaux High School. He worked at Shell Oil Refinery in Norco and retired after 30 years to begin his political career as St. John the Baptist Parish's first Parish President. Because of his love for his community and the people of St. John the Baptist Parish, he served as Parish President for three terms. He served as Assistant Scout Master for Troop 312 as well as the Tri Parish Scouting District Chairman. He was awarded one of scoutings highest honors, the Silver Beaver, for his distinguished service to youth. He was awarded V.F.W. Citizen of the Year in 1968. He was one of the founding fathers of Larayo, coordinated the first Mardi Gras Parade in LaPlace, and proudly served as King Allovus III. He was a lifelong member of St. Joan of Arc Church Parish. Visitation will be held at Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, 2806 W. Airline Hwy, LaPlace, LA on Thursday evening, January 11, 2018 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and on Friday morning, January 12, 2018 at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 529 West Fifth St., LaPlace, LA from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. The Catholic Funeral Mass will follow visitation at 12:00 noon. A private interment will be held at a later date.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home online obit (accessed 1/10/2018)

LAFAYETTE - Iris Hebert Lafayette, on Monday, December 9, 1991 at 7:30 AM. Wife of the late Walter M. Lafayette, Jr. Mother of Patricia Schonacher, Kathleen Bosworth, Cynthia Baune, Mary Ann Pilson and Michele Deck. Sister of James P. Hebert, Marion H. Huth and the late William F. Hebert. Also survived by 15 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Aged 70 years, a native of Reserve, LA and a resident of New Orleans. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Chapel of Jacob Schoen & Son, Inc., 3827 Canal St. at N. Scott on Friday, December 13, 1991 at 11 o'clock AM. Interment in St. Louis No. 3 Cemetery. A parishioner of Our lady of the Rosary Catholic Church. Friends may call after 9 AM Friday.
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DES ALLEMANDS - Willie "Bill" Reginald Lancaster, 74, a native of Pensacola, Fla., and resident of Paradis for 53 years, died Jan. 1. He was the husband of Mary Estay Lancaster and father of Linda Matherne and Terry Lancaster. He was also the son of the late Samuel and Seresa Carver Lancaster and brother of Adeline Warehime, Lucille Richardson and the late Myra Colley, Hazel Loggins and Tracy Lancaster Sr. He is also survived by four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Services were Jan. 4 at Des Allemands Mennonite Church, with interment at Sunset Cemetery, Des Allemands.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; January 6, 2001

March 29, 1962 - July 24, 2019
Rose R. (La Fernier) Landreaux, 57, passed away suddenly on July 24th 2019 at her home with her loving husband of 24 years at her side. Rose was born in L'Anse Michigan on March 29th 1962 the daughter of the late Wilbur and Lois La Fernier. She was the "baby" of our large family. After graduating from L'Anse High School she moved to New Orleans where she later met and married her husband Chris. They lived their entire married life in LaPlace, Louisiana where she worked for many years at Bulls Corner Restaurant in management until hurricane Katrina. She loved to cook and entertain the neighbors and friends. She was also a member of the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community. Rose was preceded in death by her parents, sisters Arlene Wessman, Sybil La Fernier, Georgia Bourdage and brothers Earl La Fernier, John La Fernier, Patrick La Fernier and brother in-law Peter Wessman. She is survived by her husband Chris Landreaux, brothers Michael (Susan) La Fernier, L'Anse, Michigan, Harry La Fernier, Baraga, Michigan, sisters Marcia (Dennis) Wentland, Holdingford, Minnesota, Margaret (John) Vanover, Hawesville, Kentucky, Rebecca (Ralph) Decker, Hawesville, Kentucky, Cosie La Fernier L'Anse, Michigan, Angela (Gerald) Friisvall, L'Anse, Michigan along with many nieces and nephews. Per her request no funeral service will be held.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, LaPlace, LA (accessed 8/7/2019)

February 14, 1943 - October 21, 2019
Alton J. "Pete" Landry, Jr. passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, October 21, 2019. He is survived by his loving wife, Rosemary Acosta Landry, of 55 years; his children, Dwayne (Ann) Landry, Troy (Jeanne)Landry, Sean (Kristyn) Landry and Nicole Landry (Mark Pollman II); Grandchildren, Alyssa (Sam) Folkins and Meghan, Ashlynn, Amanda, Christian, Camren and Ethan Landry; and his brothers and sister, Barbara (the late Wayne) Knotts, Gary (Rita) Landry and Kenneth (Ann) Landry. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alton J. Landry, Sr. and Glenna Marie Landry; brother-in-law, Wayne Knotts; and his beloved cat, Minneaux. Pete was a wonderful husband, father and proud grandfather. Pete's legacy to his children and grandchildren was to always be yourself in whatever they pursue, something he lived and modeled for them. He loved to fish and cheer for his favorite teams, LSU and the Saints. He was lucky enough to fulfill one of his greatest dreams and see LSU baseball play in Omaha and win the College World Series. He will be greatly missed, leaving a legacy of family and love. Geaux Tigers!! Special thanks to Chris Theodossiou, MD and his staff for the excellent care and support received at the Benson Cancer Center. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Mass at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 529 W. 5th Street, LaPlace, on Friday, October 25, 2019 at 5:00 p.m. Visitation at the church from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, LaPlace, LA (accessed 10/24/2019)

DESTREHAN - Mary M. Landry, 67, a native and resident of New Sarpy, died Dec. 8. She was the wife of Guy J. Landry and mother of Gary, Glen and Trenell Landry. She was also the daughter of the late Alex and Clare Zeller Mollere and sister of Daniel and Wayne Mollere and the late Gloria Berteau and Alex and Huey Mollere. She is also survived by seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Services were Dec. 11 at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, Destrehan,with interment at the church mausoleum.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 13, 2000

LULING - Marie C. Laque, a resident of Luling, died Nov. 28. She was the wife of the late Vernon V. Laque.She was also the daughter of the late Leon and Mary Welmer Chiasson and sister of Alice Palmisano, Pearl Verda, Alma Dasch, Helen Rome, Rose Mary Chiasson, Betty Hymel, Bernice Oubre and the late Pauline, Arthur and Leon Chiasson. Services were Nov. 30 at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, Luling.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 2, 2000

February 17, 1923 - November 3, 2019
Nilton "Nit" Larousse passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2019 at the age of 96. He was a native of Gheens, LA and a resident of LaPlace, LA. He is preceded in death by his wife, Archangel "Angel" Ledet Larousse and son, Dale Joseph Larousse. Survived by his children, Larry P. Larousse (Diana) and June Larousse Brignac (Leo). Grandfather of Jennifer Duhe, Paula Maurin, Tyrone Duhe, Jr., Troy Duhe, Tricia Curling, Christina Stout, Dawn Adams and Nichelle Vicknair. Also survived by 13 great grandchildren and 6 great great grandchildren. His greatest pleasures in life, besides his family, were cooking, fishing and hunting. He retired from St. John the Baptist Parish Road and Bridges Dept. He was an active member of Ascension of Our Lord Knights of Columbus Council #9623 and a member of Archbishop Assembly 318 Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus. Also, he was an auxiliary deputy with the St. John the Baptist Sheriff's Office and an active member of Civil Defense. He served in the U. S. Navy during WW II.
Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, LaPlace, LA (accessed 11/5/2019)

DESTREHAN - NEW ORLEANS - Mattie Monson LeBlanc, 83, a native of White Castle and resident of Lutcher for 20 years, died Dec. 3. She was the wife of the lateArthur C. LeBlanc and mother of Marie Dimm. She was also the sister of Gertrude and Leonard Monson. She is also survived by two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Services were Dec. 5 in the chapel of Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home, New Orleans, with interment at St. Patrick Cemetery No. 1.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 6, 2000

Rosetta Jones Liretta on February 21, 2019 heard the master's call and entered into eternal rest at the age of 65 yrs. She leaves to cherish her memories a loving sister and brother Jenny L. (The Late Lawrence) Cooper, and George Alex Lirette of Houma, LA. Her niece, Raynelle E. Turner (Clifford), her nephews, Daron P. Cooper (Darlene), and Dominic Cooper of LaPlace, LA. Also survived by 3 great nieces, 4 great nephews, a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, pastors, officers, and members of The Rising Star Baptist Church of LaPlace, LA and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the homegoing celebration on Saturday, March 2, 2019 at 10:00a.m. at The Rising Star Baptist Church, 620 Cardinal St. of LaPlace, LA. Pastor Donald August officiating. Visitation at the above name church from 9:00 a.m. until service time. Bardell's Mortuary of Mt. Airy, LA in charge. Information: (985)535-6837
Published in TheNewOrleansAdvocate.com from Feb. 28 to Mar. 2, 2019

BATON ROUGE - Louis London, 72, a native of Lutcher and resident of Baton Rouge, died Dec. 1. He was the companion of Lizzie Norman. He was also the son of the late Thomas and Pearl London and brother of Shirley Weathers. Services are today at 12:30 p.m. in the chapel of Winnfield Funeral Home, with interment at Port Hudson National Cemetery. Visitation starts at 10a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 9, 2000

PAULINA - Morris "Buck" Earl Louque Sr., 73, a native of Grand Point and resident of Lutcher, died Dec. 12. He was the husband of Rose Mary Oubre Louque and father of Glenda Lasseigne, Cathy Accardo, Chandra Ayo, Rose Fremin, Wanda Trosclair and Morris, Brad, Joette and the late Lee Ray Louque. He was also the son of the late Alcee and Louise Louque and brother of Enola Brignac, Annabelle Bourgeois, Euncie Poche, and Gladys and the late Newton Louque. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren. Services were Dec. 14 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Paulina.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 16, 2000

8/30/1941 - 5/24/2016
Jeanetta Lumar, native of Edgard, Louisiana, entered into her heavenly home on Tuesday, May 24th, 2016 at the age of 74. Beloved mother of Darrin Lumar (Darolyn), she also reared Leo Paul Lumar, sister of Ceola Lumar. grandmother of Darrione and Darrielle Lumar. She was preceded in death by her parents Leo Paul and Ida Mae Herbert Lumar, brothers: Clifton, Alex, Sterling and Roger Lumar, sisters: Beatrice Howard and Eula Mae Lumar. Also survived by a host of devoted nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Relatives, friends and employees of Cornerstone Chemical Company are invited to attend the celebration of life held on Saturday, May 28th for 2:00 P.M.at Treasures of Life Center for Life Funeral Services, 315 E. Airline Hwy. Gramercy. Viewing begins at 1:00 PM. Treasures of Life Center for Life Funeral Services are entrusted with the arrangements of her final care.
www.treasurefunerals.com (accessed 10/18/2018)