Obituaries - November 2007

November 1, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

DON JOHNSTON 1952-2002 A special smile, a special face, and in our hearts a special place. No words we speak can ever say How much we miss you every day. In loving memory of our dear son who died in a plane crash November 1, 2002. Missing You Always & Loving You Forever. Mom and Dad

GRADY M. "TONY" RENTZ Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Grady M. "Tony" Rentz, age 69 of Clarks will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday, November 1, 2007 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Ed Cotton and Rev. Harrel Tucker officiating. Interment will follow in the Welcome Home Cemetery in Grayson. Mr. Rentz was born in Clarks on June 19, 1938 to the union of Grady Allen and Florence McDaniel Rentz and died Tuesday, October 30, 2007 at his residence. He was butcher and he attended Rosefield Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include his wife: Bobbie Perkins Rentz of Clarks, his son and daughter-in-law: Joe and Patty Rentz, his grandchildren: Nick, Megan, Daniel, Jody, Jesse and Justin, his great-grandchildren: Landon, Elizabeth, Skylar and Ethan, his daughter: Rebecca Martin, his grandchildren: Amanda White, Nicholas Flores and Nathan Flores and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Zeb Tucker, Caleb Tucker, Jeff Jacks, Jeff Tucker, Jerry Dilley, Willis Martin and Nicholas Flores.

MARGIE LEE MULLINS Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, Louisiana Funeral services for Margie Lee Mullins, 83, of Monroe, LA, will be Friday, November 2, 2007, at 1:00 P.M. in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe with Rev. Danny Hawthorne officiating. Interment will follow in the Union Cemetery in Marion, LA, under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Born February 29th, 1924, in Lamkin, LA, she was a daughter of the late William Moses and Madeline Taunton Mullins. Margie was preceded in death by her 3 children, Rita, Wayne, and Jackalene Caffrey; and 5 brothers, Clyde "Sonny" Mullins, Darius Mullins, O. J. "Jack" Mullins, and Noah Lavelle Mullins. Survivors include a sister, Dolly Downing and husband, Edward; a brother, Evan D. "Eckie" Mullins and wife, Sylvia; 3 grandchildren, Steven Long and wife, Linda, Sheri Felton and husband, Aubrey, and Shandy Grisham and husband, Joey; 4 great grandchildren, Jacob and Justin Long, and Payton and Luke Del Rio; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Nephews and a grandson will serve as pallbearers and include: Noah L. Mullins, Jr., John P. Mullins, Darryl R. Mullins, Darold Mullins, Michael Mullins, and Justin Long. Visitation will be Thursday, November 1st, 2007, from 5:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. in the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

MARIE COLVIN OWENS E.J. Fielding Funeral Home Covington, LA Marie Colvin Owens passed away on Monday, October 29, 2007. She was born January 1, 1928 in Monroe, LA to the late Jewel E. and Gladys Lloyd Colvin. She was the beloved wife of the late Oswald J. Owens; mother of Linda O. Chauvin (Danny), John C. Owens (Lanette) and David L. Owens (Linda); sister of J.Emmett Colvin, Donald L.Colvin, Norma C. Hendrix and Ola C. Bounds. She is also survived by five grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and three step-granchildren. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend Funeral Services on Friday, November 2, 2007 at 11:00 A.M. from New Covenant Presbyterian Church, 4375 Highway 22, Mandeville, LA 70471. Visiting hours at the church will begin at 10:30 AM. Food and fellowship will follow services at the Church. Interment services will take place later in West Monroe, LA. E.J. Fielding Funeral Home of Covington has been entrusted with arrangements. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Susan G. Komen for a Cure, 5005 LBJ Fwy., Ste. 250, Dallas, TX 75244 or to Alzheimer's Foundation of America, 322 Eighth Ave., 7th Floor, New York, NY 10001. Sign the family Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com.

Hattie Lee Baker, 76
Hattie Lee Baker of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Royal Blue Cemetery, Rayville.

Grover Buffington Jr., 82
OAK GROVE — Grover W. Buffington Jr., a retired Temple Inland Paper Mill employee, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Bartholomew Cemetery, Bastrop.

Mary Delois Capers, 71
Mary Delois Capers of Monroe, a clerk, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mount Pleasant Church of God in Christ, Calhoun. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Gary George Coty, 36
Gary George Coty of Monroe, a truck driver, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Adile Cemetery, Alto.

Donald R. Cox, 51
WINNSBORO — Donald R. Cox, a farmer, died Oct. 23. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Palestine Baptist Church, Warden. Visitation is noon until 7 p.m. Friday with wake service from 6-7 p.m. at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Willie T. Eaton, 57
CROWVILLE — Willie T. Eaton, a construction engineer, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Pleasant Green Baptist Church, Crowville. Visitation is noon until 7 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Philadelphia Cemetery, Crowville.

Elgin Franklin, 64
FARMERVILLE — Elgin Franklin died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Rev. Billy Givens, 60
The Rev. Billy Givens of Monroe, a minister, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. Friday at Deuteronomy Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Ona Gene Greer, 74
Ona Gene Greer of West Monroe, a mechanic, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Athea Griffin, 83
RAYVILLE — Athea Griffin, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Earl James Johnson, 52
Earl James Johnson of Monroe, an elementary school teacher, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Trenton Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Margie W. Johnson, 61
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Margie Washington-Johnson, a cook, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at King Solomon Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

James Harrell Lary, 81
James Harrell Lary of Monroe, retired president of Bancroft Paper Co., died Tuesday. Graveside services are 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe. Memorial services are 11 a.m. Saturday at First Presbyterian Church, Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Marion 'Mutt' Lemons, 77
Marion "Mutt" Lemons of Monroe, formerly of Bonita, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Parkview Church of Christ, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

William "Bill" Mabry, 82
RUSTON — William "Bill" Mabry, owner and operator of William Mabry Contractor Co., died Monday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. today at Wilder Cemetery, Ruston. Arrangements are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

S. 'Snook' McDaniel, 60
BASKIN — Steve Allen "Snook" McDaniel, a mechanic, died Tuesday. Memorial services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Coax Baptist Church Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Pearl Talton McKiry, 79
Pearl Talton McKiry of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Missionary Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Janis Padgett, 52
Janis Padgett of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Galen Rockett, 56
RUSTON — Galen Rockett, director of judicial affairs at Louisiana Tech University, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Cook Baptist Church, Ruston. Burial will be in Fellowship Baptist Church Cemetery, Dubach.

Walter E. Sevin, 57
VIDALIA — Walter E. Sevin died Wednesday. Arrange-ments are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Aubrey Solomon, 85
RAYVILLE — Aubrey Solomon, retired owner and operator of Aubrey's Men Shop and a V.A. service officer, died Wednesday. Services are 3 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Rayville Masonic Cemetery.

Treston Tennant, infant
BASTROP — Treston Terrell Tennant, infant son of the Rev. Timothy and Jennifer Smith Tennant, died Sunday. Graveside services are 4:30 p.m. today at H.V. Adams Cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Essie Mae Waller, 70
HOMER — Essie Mae Waller, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Antioch Baptist Church, Homer. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Martha B. Ward, 75
Martha B. Ward of Monroe, a Monroe City Schools crossing guard, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Bethel Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Saturday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Alvin Lee Watters, 77
Alvin Lee Watters of Monroe, a truck driver, died Monday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Frances S. Weeks, 85
JONESVILLE — Frances Swaggart Weeks, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today and 9 a.m. Friday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Pine Hill Baptist Cemetery, Sicily Island, under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Diana Lynn Williams, 54
BASTROP — Diana Lynn Williams died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Bonita Road Baptist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Ellie R. Wilson, 71
Ellie R. Wilson of West Monroe, a registered nurse, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Harris, Etta J.: 1 p.m. today, New Friendship Baptist Church, Gansville.
Harris, Willie: 1 p.m. Saturday, Beulah Baptist Church, Farmerville.
Landry, Ruth Wroten: 2 p.m. Friday, First United Methodist Church, Bastrop.
Mullins, Margie Lee: 1 p.m. Friday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.
Sanders, Alma Carol: 2 p.m. today, Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.
Zizzi Jr., Henry 'Hank': 11 a.m. Friday, Young's Funeral Home, Vidalia.

November 2, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

AUBREY SOLOMON Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Services for Mr. Aubrey Solomon, 85, of Rayville, LA will be 3:00 P.M. Friday, November 2, 2007 at Mulhearn Chapel- Rayville, LA with Dr. Ernest Winburn officiating. Interment to follow in Rayville Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Rayville. Mr. Solomon was a member of First Baptist Church Rayville and retired owner operator of Aubrey's Mens Shop. After retiring, he worked as Veterans Service Officer assisting area Veterans. He was preceded in death by his parents Michael and Ava Solomon as well two brothers Edwin Solomon and Herman Solomon. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, George Ann Solomon of Rayville, LA; three daughters Ava Mazzanti of Epps, LA, Dia Solomon of Monore, LA, Lisa Giachetti of Morago, CA and a son George Aubrey Solomon of Boston, MA; sisters, Lorene Byles, Claudia Warren and Alice May; 13 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren as well as several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be: Josh Bryan, Tony Mazzanti, James Green, Joe Lively, Claude Templeton, and Bill Newsom. Visitation will be from 2:00 P.M. until service time Friday. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Louisiana Baptist Children's Home. Online registry/condolences at www.mulhearnfuneral.com.

BETTY RUTH HILL PEROT Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Funeral services for Betty Ruth Hill Perot, 74 of West Monroe will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, November 3, 2007 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Rev. George Bonner and Rev. Roy Southern officiating. Burial will follow at Chase Cemetery in Chase, LA. Mrs. Perot died November 1, 2007 at the Landmark Nursing Home in West Monroe. She is preceded in death by her parents Vernon and Sennie Hill, brothers V.W., Willie, Mack, Buddy and Lucian Hill and sisters Mildred Doughty and Helen Polk. Survivors include her husband Jacob N. (Jake) Perot; children, Richard Perot and wife Jill, Steve Perot and wife Renee, Jeff Perot and wife Shannon, Sara Hendricks and husband Jeff; grandsons, Chad Perot, Ethan and Seth Perot, Wayne Hendricks, Andrew and Matthew Moore, and Judson and Clayton Porter; granddaughters, Amy Hendricks, Candyce, Casey and Mackenzie Perot, and Anna Redding; brothers, Harold, Robert and Joe Hill; sister, Janice Southern. Pallbearers will be Chad Perot, Ethan Perot, Wayne Hendricks, Ken Hill, Barry Bonner, and Joe Doughty. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Friday November 2, 2007 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. The family would like to thank the staff of Premier Hospice and Landmark Nursing Home for the care of Mrs. Perot. Online Registry/Condolence: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com.

JAMES HARRELL LARY Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Memorial services for James Harrell Lary, 81, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, November 3, 2007, at the First Presbyterian Church of Monroe with Dr. Allison F. Moody officiating. Prior to the memorial service, the interment will be at 9:30 AM at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Lary was born at home on a farm near Athens, LA in Claiborne Parish on June 12, 1926 and passed away on Tuesday, October 30, 2007, at St. Francis Downtown. He graduated from Athens High School in Athens, LA and Centenary College in Shreveport, LA, where he was a member of Kappa Sigma Fraternity. This is where he met Patricia Ann Meece, who later became his wife. At the age of 17 he joined the U. S. Navy on May 6, 1944, during World War II. He was in the invasion of Okinawa on April 1, 1945 (Easter Sunday) on the ship USS Roberts DE 74, the only ship in his group not hit by Kamikaze planes. He was later sent to the NROTC Unit at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City, Utah, and was honorably discharged from service on June 8, 1946, as a Radarman 2nd Class declining to remain in the navy to receive his commission. Medals from WWII were: National Defense Service Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal, Navy Occupational Medal, American Campaign Medal, and WWII Victory Medal. Crosses of Military Service WWII were presented to him by United Daughters of the Confederacy. After graduation from Centenary, he was employed by Hycalog Company. Then he was recalled to active duty in the Korean War on August 14, 1950, and served aboard the USS James E. Keyes (DD787) and USS Prichett (DD561). He was honorably discharged on June 14, 1952. Medals from Korean War: United Nations Service Medal, Korean Service Medal. Celebrating 50th anniversary Korean War Service, Crosses of Military Service Korean Medal presented by United Daughters of the Confederacy. He returned home in Shreveport and he and his family moved to Monroe, LA where he went to work as a sanitary maintenance salesman for Bancroft Paper Company and finally became President of the company. On November 30, 1997, he left Bancroft after 45 years of loyal service. He then was employed by the United Group (TUG) for a couple of years. During his lifetime, Mr. Lary was a member of the Y's Men's Club, The Civitan Club, The Rotary Club of Monroe, The American Legion, and the Down Town Lions Club. He was also a member of Bayou DeSiard Country Club and was an Elder and Trustee of First Presbyterian Church. He also sang in the Choir which was his love. He was weekly joined on Fridays for lunch, The ROMEOS (Retired Old Men Eating Out) and we express our gratitude to Skip Bell for always picking him up. Mr. Lary was preceded in death by his precious daughter, Susan Lary Lasuzzo Papa; his parents, Jacob Washington and Mary Harmon Lary; four brothers, William Douglas Lary of Ashland, AL, Cullen Cortex Lary of Arcadia, LA, and his wife Mary, and Elton Lavert Larry of Natchez, MS; one sister, Merline Larry Baudino Watson of Alexandria, LA. Mr. Lary is survived by his loving wife of sixty years, Pat Meece Lary; his son, Dr. Michael A. Lary and his wife Pam of Amarillo, TX; his daughter, Nancy Lary Jantz of Rockwall, TX; grandchildren, Kristi Lasuzzo Alexander of Avant, CO, James Phillip Lary and wife Sarah of Dallas, TX, Blake Anthony Lasuzzo of Los Angeles, CA, Jason Michael Lary and his wife Helen of Dallas, TX, and Amandy Lary Ramsey and husband Hunter of Frisco, TX; two great grandsons, Michael Hudson Ramsey and Luke Harrell Lary; two sisters-in-law, Mrs. W. D. Larry of Ashland, AL, and Mrs. E. L. Larry of Natchez, MS; niece, Magdalene Baudino Wise and husband Walter of Madisonville, LA; nephews, Doug Lary and wife Jean of Talladega, AL, Dan Lary of Monroe, LA, Elton Larry of Washington, D.C., and Larry Maudino of Texarkana, TX; and many grand and great nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Friday, November 2, 2007 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. A special thanks to the personnel of Monroe Kidney Center, Ouachita Council on Aging, and United Home Care for the many kindnesses shown to Mr. Lary and his family. Donations may be made to the First Presbyterian Church, Stubbs Ave; Ouachita Council on Aging (Transportation), Alzheimer Association or any charity of your choice. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com.

MRS. EULA FAYE MORGAN Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Eula Faye Morgan, 69, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, November 3, 2007, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA with Bro. Ron Lowe officiating. Interment will follow at Monroe Memorial Park, Monroe, LA. Mrs. Morgan was born July 23, 1938, in Spencer, LA, and passed away October 31, 2007, in Monroe, LA. She was a member of Oaklawn Baptist Church of Monroe. Mrs. Morgan was a homemaker and a seamstress. She graduated in 1956 from Linville High School. Mrs. Morgan is survived by her husband, Dale S. Morgan; daughters, Julie Morgan McCarty and Anita Morgan; sons, Alan Morgan and Barry Morgan; brothers, Billy Joe Ganey and Wilbur Ganey; sister, Mary Beth Fuller; stepbrother, Paul Tarter; granddaughters, Felicia King, Jennifer King Blackmon, Amanda Holley, Magen Morgan, and Monica Mays; grandsons, Brandon Wellerman, Lyn Wellerman, and Dusty Wellerman; and six great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Keith Smith, Mike Dorsey, Charlie Watkins, Keith Alexander, Wilbur Dale and Casey Sandidge. Honorary pallbearers will be James Spivey and Bobby Robert. The family would like to thank many friends, family and health care workers for their loving support. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com mes.com

TERESA JANE STAMPER Riser Funereal Home Columbia, LA Services for Teresa Jane Stamper, age 53 of Covelo, California will be held at 2:00 P.M., Saturday, November 3, 2007 from the Cross Roads Baptist Church west of Grayson with Rev. Tommy Nelson officiating. Interment will follow in the Cross Roads Cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home of Columbia. Ms. Stamper died Friday, October 26, 2007 at her residence. She was a secretary. She attended Caldwell Parish Schools. She was preceded in death by her son: Billy Angelo Thornton, her paternal grandparents: Willie and Eula Stamper and her maternal grandparents: Oscar and Mary Silacci. Survivors include her father and step-mother: W.O. and Bonnie Stamper of Olla, her mother: Albina Silacci Stamper of Covelo, CA, her step-sister: Sherrie Bruce of Olla and several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Johnny Stamper, Ronnie Stamper, Douglas Stamper, Michael Sullivan, Cody Sullivan, Charlie Chisolm and Randy Frye. Honorary pallbearers are Alson Taylor, Curtis McNaughton and James Westbrooks. Visitation will be Friday after 5:00 P.M. at Cross Roads Baptist Church, Hwy 126 West Grayson, LA.

THELMA "NANA" M. STURGIS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Funeral services for Mrs. Thelma M. Sturgis, 82 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 1:00 P.M., Saturday, November 3, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel West Monroe with Bro. Bill Smith and Bro. Alan Robertson officiating. Interment to follow at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens, West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Sturgis was born on July 22, 1925 in Belzona, MS. and passed away Wednesday October 31, 2007. Mrs. Sturgis was a hairdresser for 48 years. Mrs. Sturgis was preceded in death by her husband, Bennie Gibson Sturgis; son, Randy Sturgis; brothers, James, Alton and B.J. Morris; sisters, Susie Moore and Pearlie May Jackson. Also awaiting Nana in heaven are, grandchildren, Terry Eugene and Gerald Gibson Sturgis; great grandchildren, Joel Blake and Aaron Reed Chapman. Survivors include her son, Gene Sturgis and wife Margie of Hamburg, Arkansas; daughters, Wanda McCoy of Clinton, Ms. and Sherry White of West Monroe, sisters, Anna Lois Meyers and Elaine Nugent; grandchildren, Bennie McCoy, Mike McCoy, Cindy King, Pam Hatcher, Traci Yelton, Jessica Chapman, Jason Sturgis, Kristi Warren; great grandchildren, Andrew Pierce, Sarah McCoy, Brandon McCoy, Heather Yelton, Morgan Yelton, Skylar Bates, Rachel Chapman, Taylor Tucker, Austin Warren, Lindsey McCoy and Justin McCoy. Pallbearers will be Kent Chapman, David Yelton, Jason Sturgis, Tom Powell, Timothy Warren, Mike McCoy, Bennie McCoy. Visitation will be held from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Friday, November 2, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. On-line condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneralhome.com.

Angela Anderson, 42
Angela Anderson of Monroe, a dietitian, died Tuesday. Services are 3 p.m. Sunday at Prevailing Faith Bible Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Saturday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Audrey Turner Burns, 56
ARCADIA — Audrey Turner Burns, a manufacturing company consultant, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Lewis Temple CME Church, Grambling. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Sunday at Memorial Funeral Home, Arcadia. Burial will be in Grambling Memorial Gardens.

Mary Delois Capers, 71
Mary Delois Capers of Monroe, a clerk, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mount Pleasant Church of God in Christ, Calhoun. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Fred Colston, 84
Fred Colston of Monroe, a shipyard worker, died Saturday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in J.S. Clark Cemetery.

Ruth W. Crawford, 100
FERRIDAY — Ruth Wilkerson Crawford, a homemaker formerly of Waterproof, died Thursday. Graveside services are 4 p.m. Sunday at Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton. Visitation is 1-3 p.m. Sunday at Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Maxine DuBois, 82
Maxine DuBois of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Visitation is 10 a.m. until noon Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Arrangements are incomplete.

Rev. Billy Givens, 60
The Rev. Billy Givens of Monroe, a minister, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. today at Deuteronomy Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Ona Gene Greer, 74
Ona Gene Greer of West Monroe, a mechanic, died Tuesday. Memorial services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Hasley Cemetery Pavilion. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Leroy P. Henry, 92
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. — Leroy P. Henry, a retired watchmaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Booker Jackson, 62
MARION — Booker Jackson died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Marion Baptist Church. Burial will be in Marion Cemetery under the direction of Memorial Funeral Home, Arcadia.

Cheryl H. Johnson, 53
OAK GROVE — Cheryl Haynes Johnson, an employee of the Louisiana Department of Social Services, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Marion 'Mutt' Lemons, 77
Marion L. "Mutt" Lemons of Monroe, a homemaker formerly of Bonita, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Parkview Church of God, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Pearl Talton McKiry, 79
Pearl Talton McKiry of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Missionary Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Essie Mae Waller, 70
HOMER — Essie Mae Waller, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Antioch Baptist Church, Homer. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at King Funeral Home, Homer. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Frances S. Weeks, 85
JONESVILLE — Frances Swaggart Weeks, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial will be in Pine Hill Baptist Cemetery, Sicily Island.

Joseph Michael White, 56
Joseph Michael White of West Monroe, an accountant, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Baker, Hattie Lee: 1 p.m. today, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Buffington Jr., Grover W.: 1 p.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Coty, Gary George: 1 p.m. Saturday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Cox, Donald R.: 2 p.m. Saturday, Palestine Baptist Church, Warden.
Eaton, Willie T.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Pleasant Green Baptist Church, Crowville.
Harris, Willie: 1 p.m. Saturday, Beulah Baptist Church, Farmerville.
Johnson, Earl James: 11 a.m. Saturday, Trenton Baptist Church, Monroe.
Johnson, Margie Washington: 1 p.m. Saturday, King Solomon Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Landry, Ruth Wroten: 2 p.m. today, First United Methodist Church, Bastrop.
Lary, James Harrell: Graveside services are 9:30 a.m. Saturday, Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe; Memorial services are 11 a.m. Saturday, First Presbyterian Church, Monroe.
McDaniel, Steve Allen "Snook": 10 a.m. Saturday, Coax Baptist Church Cemetery.
Mullins, Margie Lee: 1 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.
Solomon, Aubrey: 3 p.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.
Ward, Martha B.: 2 p.m. Sunday, Bethel Baptist Church, Monroe.
Watters, Alvin Lee: 2 p.m. Saturday, Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.
Wilson, Ellie R.: 11 a.m. today, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Zizzi Jr., Henry 'Hank': 11 a.m. today, Young's Funeral Home, Vidalia

November 3, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

BESSIE MAE HINTON COLE Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside services for Mrs. Bessie Mae Hinton Cole, 78 of Zachary, LA, formerly of Monroe, will be held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, November 3, 2007 at Hasley Cemetery West Monroe. Mrs. Cole was born November 5, 1928 in West Monroe and died November 2, 2007 in Zachary, LA. Mrs. Cole was the daughter of the late Turner Marvin and Lucille Becton Hinton. She was preceded in death by her husband, James C. Cole and her brother, Turner Marvin Hinton, Jr. Mrs. Cole retired from the Ouachita Parish Public Library. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Monroe, and was the church librarian for many years. Survivors include her three sons, Danny Cole and wife Martha of Towson, MD, Robert Cole and wife Jill of Jasper, AR, David Cole and wife Sherry of Pride, LA; five grandchildren, Nicholas, Hilary, Ben, Michael and Madeline Cole; sister, Frances Webb and husband Al; sister-in-law, Mebble Hinton; three step-grandchildren, five step great- grandchildren, and many other relatives and friends. Visitation will be held from 1:00 P.M. until 2:30 P.M. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home-West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or the charity of your choice. Online message may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

CHERYL L. JOHNSON Cox Funeral Home Oak Grove, LA Funeral services for Cheryl Lynn Haynes Johnson, age 53, of Oak Grove, Louisiana will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Sunday, November 4, 2007 at Harvest Assembly of God Church in Oak Grove. Reverend Bill Bearden will officiate. Burial will follow in the Oak Grove Cemetery in Oak Grove. Services are under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Oak Grove. She was employed by the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals as a Medicaid Analyst. Mrs. Johnson died Thursday, November 1, 2007 at Saint Francis Medical Center in Monroe, Louisiana. Cheryl is survived by her husband, Bobby Dale Johnson of Oak Grove, Louisiana; son and daughter-in-law, Trey and Laura Bennett of Oak Grove; son and daughter-in-law, Billy Joe and Brandy Bennett of Greensboro, North Carolina; son and daughter-in-law, Lee and Stephanie Johnson of Oak Grove; son and daughter-in-law, Lance and Brittany Johnson of Oak Grove; 3 grandchildren, Ashleigh Clement, Drew Bennett and Bryan Walker Johnson of Oak Grove. She is survived by brother and sister-in-law, Dallas and Madelyn Haynes of Monroe, Louisiana; brother and sister-in-law, Larry and Sheila Haynes of Oak Grove; 3 nephews, Chris Haynes, Brandon Haynes and Jonathan Haynes and a niece, Melanie Schrock. Pallbearers are: Hal Waller, Rusty Hayes, Melvin Jones, Phillip Weatherly, Larry Dale Duff, and Mike Stapleton. Honorary Pallbearers are: Martha Lancaster, Sherry Hamilton, Debbie Cox, Beth McNeil, Anita House, Janie Neighbors, Vicki Clarkson, Lynn Brown, Kristi Wyly, Christy Brown, Annette Durbin, Jean Oldham, Sherry Hutson, Belinda Chop and the Monroe Ladies Tennis League. Family will receive friends on Saturday, November 3, 2007 at Harvest Assembly of God Church between the hours of 5:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M. To leave condolences to the family www.coxfuneral.com.

FRANCES KENNEDY BELLAMY THOMPSON Golden Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Frances Kennedy Bellamy Thompson, 89, of Oak Ridge, LA are scheduled for 1:00 P.M. Monday, November 5, 2007 at Oak Ridge United Methodist Church with Rev. Don Wilkinson officiating. Interment will follow in the Oak Ridge Baptist Cemetery under the direction of Golden Funeral Home. Mrs. Thompson, a retired Registered Nurse and member of Oak Ridge United Methodist Church, passed away Wednesday, October 31, 2007 in Birmingham, AL. She was a member of the Pierian Club and Daughters of the Revolution. She is survived by a son, Jay Freeling Bellamy of Lafayette, LA; sister, Minel Kennedy Wilkins of Forest Park, IL; six grandchildren, Mittie Bellamy Dunand, Jon Heath Bellamy, Wendy Roach, Stephanie McConnell, Matthew McConnell, Helen Umstead; eight great grandchildren, Tucker Dunand, Sam Dunand, William Bellamy, Sarah Catherine Bellamy, Kyla Roach, Emily McConnell, Camille McConnell and Lilligh McConnell. Mrs. Thompson is preceded in death by her first husband, Major Freeling Bellamy; second husband, Gerald Thompson; parents, Samuel and Minnie Kennedy; four brothers and one sister. Pallbearers will be: Jon Heath Bellamy, Matthew McConnell, Joe Dunand, Brent Umstead, James Earl Walker and Daniel Hughes. Visitation will be held Sunday, November 4, 2007 from 5:00 P.M. until 7:30 P.M. at Golden Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Oak Ridge United Methodist Church, Oak Ridge, LA.

IN LOVING Memory of Daniel Blakeney November 3, 2006 You are always in our hearts and our thoughts. Love, Mom, Dad, Shonnette, Sherrie, Joe, And Lisa

JAMES B. "POPPY" OGLESBY Hillcrest Funeral Home Haughton, Louisiana Services for James B. Oglesby, age 70, of Princeton, LA will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, November 3, 2007 at Central Assembly of God Church. The family will be receiving friends on Friday, November 2, 2007 from 5:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. at Hill Crest Funeral Home. Officiating the service will be Pastor Andy Harris, Pastor of Central Assembly of God. Interment will follow at Hill Crest Memorial Cemetery. Mr. Oglesby passed away on Wednesday, October 31, 2007 at Willis Knighton Pierremont Hospital after an automobile accident. He was born in Holly Ridge, LA on December 24, 1936. He was a member of Central Assembly of God and loved his church dearly. Mr. Oglesby retired after 20 years as a Fire Captain with the city of West Monroe. Following his retirement, he was owner of Keith's Auto Sales for 13 years and then worked with Laboratory Corporation of America. He was preceded in death by her parents Julian Marshall and Harvey Bell Oglesby and his sister, Maudie Bell Fitch. Survivors include his wife of 49 years, Elaine, three children Lori Nitz and husband Jeff, Stephen Oglesby and wife Jamie, and Sharon Greer; five grandchildren: Krista Hendrix and husband Eric, Linsday Peters and husband Nick, Chelsea Nitz, Corey Oglesby, and Caleigh Oglesby; three great grandchildren: Brittany, Paige, and LoganHendrix; his sisters and brothers and many nieces and nephews. Pallbearers include Eric Hendrix, Nicholas Peters, Jeff Nitz, Terry Fitch, Darren Oglesby, and Rodney Cain. It is impossible to sum up into words what "Poppy" meant to many people. He will be missed tremendously, but will live in our hearts forever. The family requests that contributions be made to Central Assembly of God Church, P.O. Box 5355, Bossier City, LA 71111. Please share your condolences with the family by visiting www.MeM.com.

Roligh W. Andrews, 95
RUSTON — Roligh W. Andrews died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Wesley Chapel Cemetery.

Deborah Bass, 42
BASTROP — Deborah Bass died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at West End Church of God in Christ, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Tuesday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Judy Durr Blackmon, 68
WINNSBORO — Judy Durr Blackmon, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Turkey Creek Baptist Church near Gilbert. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Winsey Odelia Brown, 93
OAK GROVE — Winsey Odelia Brown, a retired secretary, died Friday. Services are 9 a.m. today at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be 4 p.m. today at Mendenhall (Miss.) Cemetery.

Bessie Hinton Cole, 78
ZACHARY — Bessie Mae Hinton Cole, a retired librarian formerly of West Monroe, died Thursday. Graveside services are 3 p.m. today at Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-2:30 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Maxine DuBois, 82
Maxine DuBois of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Monday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m.-noon Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Elgin Franklin, 64
FARMERVILLE — Elgin Franklin, a truck driver, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. today at St. John Baptist Church, Farmerville. Visitation is 10 a.m. until service time today at the church. Burial will be in Farmerville City Cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Althea Griffin, 83
RAYVILLE — Althea Griffin, a homemaker, died Oct. 26. Graveside services are noon Monday at St. Paul Cemetery, Columbia under the direction of Tennant Funeral home, Rayville.

Jimmie Hearne, 70
CHATHAM — Jimmie Hearne, a truck driver, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is noon until service time Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Chatham.

Leroy Parker Henry, 92
BOWLING GREEN, Ky. — Leroy Parker Henry, a retired watchmaker, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is noon until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Calhoun.

Dwight Lee Herron, 61
OAK GROVE — Dwight Lee Herron, a U.S. Army veteran, died Thursday. Services are 3 p.m. Sunday at Oak Grove Church of God. Visitation is 3-10 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Redwing Cemetery, Oak Grove under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Cheryl L. Johnson, 53
OAK GROVE — Cheryl Lynn Johnson, a Medicaid analyst with the Louisiana Department of Health, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m.
Sunday at Harvest Assembly of God, Oak Grove. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Eula Faye Morgan, 69
Eula Faye Morgan of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Carolyn Nation Nute, 52
FARMERVILLE — Carolyn Ann Nation Nute, a cook, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Betty Ruth Hill Perot, 74
Betty Ruth Hill Perot of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Chase Cemetery.

Ruthie Robinson, 72
RAYVILLE — Ruthie Robinson, a housekeeper, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Thelma M. Sturgis, 82
Thelma "Nana" M. Sturgis of West Monroe, a retired hairdresser, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Twin City Memorial Gardens, West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Clyde Tidwell, 69
LAFAYETTE — Clyde Tidwell, a law professor, died Monday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Harold Ray Turner, 60
NEW IBERIA — Harold Ray Turner, a construction foreman, died Friday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Calhoun City Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today and 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Joseph Michael White, 56
Joseph Michael White of West Monroe, an accountant, died Tuesday. Services are 4 p.m. Sunday at McGuire United Methodist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 3 p.m. until service time at the church under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Lorece Zimmerman, 71
Lorece Zimmerman of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Tuesday at Logtown Baptist Church south of Monroe. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Monday at Tennant Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Anderson, Angela: 3 p.m. Sunday, Prevailing Faith Bible Church, Monroe.
Burns, Audrey Turner: 11 a.m. Monday, Lewis Temple CME Church.
Capers, Mary Delois: 2 p.m. today, Mount Pleasant Church of God in Christ, Calhoun.
Colston, Fred: 2:30 p.m. today, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Coty, Gary George: 1 p.m. today, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Cox, Donald R.: 2 p.m. today, Palestine Baptist Church, Warden.
Crawford, Ruth Wilkerson; 4 p.m. Sunday, Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton.
Eaton, Willie T.: 1 p.m. today, Pleasant Green Baptist Church, Crowville.
Givens, the Rev. Billy: 11 a.m. today, First Baptist Church, Monroe.|
Greer, Ona Gene: 10 a.m. today, Hasley Cemetery Pavilion, West Monroe.
Harris, Willie: 1 p.m. today, Beulah Baptist Church, Farmerville.
Jackson, Booker: 11 a.m. today, Marion Baptist Church.
Johnson, Earl James: 11 a.m. today, Trenton Baptist Church, Monroe.
Johnson, Margie Washington: 1 p.m. today, King Solomon Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Lary, James Harrell: Graveside services are 9:30 a.m. today, Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe; memorial services, 11 a.m. today, First Presbyterian Church, Monroe.
Lemons, Marion L. "Mutt": 11 a.m. today, Parkview Church of God, Monroe.
McDaniel, Steve Allen "Snook": 10 a.m. today, Coax Baptist Church Cemetery.
McKiry, Pearl Talton: 11 a.m. today, St. Joseph Missionary Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Waller, Essie Mae: 2 p.m. today, Antioch Baptist Church, Homer.
Ward, Martha B.: 2 p.m. Sunday, Bethel Baptist Church, Monroe.
Watters, Alvin Lee: 2 p.m. today, Funerals by McFarland, Monroe

November 4, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

EUGENIA VOLENTINE OSTTEEN Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Eugenia Ostteen, 73, of Monroe, will be held at 11:00 A.M., Monday, November 5, 2007 at Mulhearn Memorial Mausoleum Chapel with Rev. Bob Clanton officiating. Interment will be at Mulhearn Memorial Park, Monroe, LA. Mrs. Ostteen passed away Friday, November 2, 2007 at LSU Medical Center, Monroe, LA. Survivors include her husband, J.V. Ostteen; son, Shannon Ostteen and wife Cheryl of Calhoun, LA; daughter, Linda Brewer of Broken Arrow, OK; four grandchildren, Richard Brewer, Leslie Lawson, Mark Ostteen, and Casey Hodge; one great grandson, Joshua Lawson. Visitation will be Sunday from 3:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M. at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

GARY WAYNE CLARK Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Gary Wayne Clark, 61, a resident of Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 A.M., Monday, November 5, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. with the Rev. Charles Headrick officiating. Interment to follow at Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Clark was born September 12, 1946 in St. Joseph, LA and passed away at St. Frances Medical Center on November 2, 2007 as a result of injuries of an automobile accident. Gary was a member of the Assembly of God Church and the National Guard. His family moved to West Monroe, LA in 1947 where he lived most of his life. Mr. Clark is retired from Sand Blasting and Painting. After his retirement he enjoyed fishing, playing dominos and visiting with friends. Mr. Clark is preceded in death by his parents Luther and Mary Clark; brothers, Everett Jerome, Jerry Leon and John Charles Clark. Also his wife, Glenda and son Tracy Wayne Clark. He is survived by a daughter Alana McIntosh; two grandsons, Brent and Brandon; two sisters, Margaret Tonroe of Monroe, LA and Lana Logan of West Monroe, LA; two brothers, Sherman Clark and wife Alice of Downsville, LA and Luther Clark and wife Ione of Crossett, AR. Gary will be missed by his family and many friends. Pallbearers will be Jeffery Clark, Jeffery Kyle Clark, Bill Johnson, Rex Billingham, Mark Billingham and Jamie Morganthall. Visitation will be held Sunday from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

LLOYD "BLUE EYES" MARCHANT Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral services for Lloyd "Blue Eyes" Marchant, 68, of Farmerville, LA, will be held at 2:00 P.M. Monday, November 5, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in Farmerville, LA. Officiating will be Rev. Paul Carter. He is preceded in death by his parents; Bertha and Adam Marchant, and a brother, Everett Marchant. Mr. Marchant passed away at his residence on November 2, 2007 after a brief illness. He was a loving husband, father, brother, Papaw, and great Papaw; and he was an avid hunter and fisherman. He is survived by his wife of 48 years Katherine "Kat" Marchant of Farmerville, LA; son, Michael " Mike" Marchant and wife Marlene of Farmerville, LA; daughter, Sandra " Sandi" Thurston and husband James "Jay" of Linville, LA; sisters, Jane Wood and husband David of Boone's Mill, VA; Eva Blevins and husband Curtis of Chilhowie, VA; Lacie Marchant of West Monroe, LA; grandchildren Launa Liggin and husband Sam of Linville, LA; Chelsea Chapman of Linville, LA; Joey Marchant of Farmerville, LA; Alissa Marchant of Farmerville, LA; great-grandchild, Kamryn Liggin of Linville, LA; numerous nieces and nephews. Special friends Margie and Cecil Brown of Farmerville, LA. Visitation will be held Sunday, November 4, 2007 from 7:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

LORA JORDAN STEVENSON Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Funeral services for Lora Jordan Stevenson, age 88, of Rayville, LA will be held at 2:00 P.M. Monday at Brown-Holley Funeral Chapel, Rayville, LA. with Bro. Bob Schlemmer officiating. Interment will follow in the Stevenson Cemetery, Rayville, LA. under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home in Rayville, LA. Lora Jordan Stevenson was born on June 18, 1919 in Farmerville, LA and passed away on November 3, 2007. Mrs. Stevenson was a member of New Hope Church of God in Darnell, LA. Survivors include her Husband of 69 years, Robert E. Stevenson of Rayville, LA.; Children, Charles Stevenson and wife, Sherry of Albany, GA., Sheila Lane of Rayville, La., Wanda Robinson and husband, Johnny of Monroe, LA., Keith Young of Monroe, LA., 6 Grandchildren, and 12 Great Grandchildren. The Family would like to give special thanks to caretakers Patsy Self and Charlotte Gwin who provided many years of compassionate and loving care to Mrs. Lora during her lengthy illness with Alzheimer's disease. Pallbearers will be Bob Thompson, Chip Hixon, Bubba Stevenson, Andrew Stevenson, Bob Groves, Bendell Clack, Aaron Thompson. Honorary pallbearer will be Keith Young. Visitation will be 5:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M., Sunday, at Brown-Holley Funeral Home in Rayville, LA. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneral homes.com.

MAXINE DUBOIS Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Graveside services for Mrs. Maxine DuBois, 82, of Monroe, will be held at 1:00 P.M. Monday, November 5, 2007, at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery with Rev. Warren Eckhardt officiating under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. DuBois passed away Wednesday, October 31, 2007 at St. Francis Medical Center. She was preceded in death by her husband, Cleveland Woodford DuBois; daughter, Joyce Ann Worley; son, Kelton Cleveland DuBois; and grandson, Marty K. Worley. Survivors include her grandchildren, Michael A. Worley, Michele Worley Johnson, Doug DuBois, Tyler DuBois, and Kelly DuBois Joyner, and ten great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Monday from 10:00 A.M. until 12:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Aral Tippen Ellis, 84
Aral Tippen Ellis of Monroe, a retired LPN, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Annie M. Evans, 61
GADSDEN, Ala. — Annie M. Evans, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Columbia. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Robby Dean Gentry, 33
ST. MARTINVILLE — Robby Dean Gentry, an instrument engineer formerly of Bastrop, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Wiggens Cemetery, Rayville.

Allen 'Bennie' Gilley, 92
MANGHAM — Allen "Bennie" Gilley, a retired truck driver, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Field Ford Cemetery, Mangham.

Bennie M. Green, 84
BERNICE — Bennie M. Green died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Pine Grove Baptist Church, Bernice. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Pine Grove Cemetery, Bernice under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Baby Boy Hawkins, infant
Baby Boy Hawkins of Monroe, son of Amy Hawkins, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Tony Alonza Jackson, 47
QUITMAN — Tony Alonza Jackson, a truck driver, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Clay. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Thursday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston.

Ronald Johnson, infant
Ronald Johnson of Monroe, infant son of Lisa Moore, died Saturday. Services are noon Friday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Kent Jones, 41
Kent Jones of Monroe, an insulation installer, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

Aline T. Lewis, 91
WARSAW — Aline T. Lewis, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

John Morehead, 87
John Morehead of Monroe, a retail merchant, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Norman Neal Myers, 88
Norman Neal Myers of West Monroe, retired from Pete Caldwell Drilling Co., died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Calhoun.

Janis Padgett, 54
Janis Padgett of Monroe, a cook, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Dellwood Church of God, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Elizabeth Sanders, 87
RUSTON — Elizabeth Sanders, a homemaker, died Oct. 30. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Hubert E. Sanders, 86
Hubert E. Sanders of West Monroe, a watchmaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Bro. Joe Sandlin, 70
SHERMAN, Ill. — Brother Joe Sandlin, a member of the Franciscan Providence and formerly of West Monroe, died Saturday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Thursday at St. Paschal Catholic Church Cemetery, West Monroe. Visitation is noon until 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Gilbert Smith, 85
JONESVILLE — Gilbert Smith, a U.S. Army World War II veteran, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Jonesville. Visitation is all day today. Burial will be in Heard Cemetery, Manifest under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Charles E. Steward III, 55
EROS — Charles Ellzey Steward III, a welder, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Wilhite Cemetery, Downsville.

Clyde Tidwell, 69
LAFAYETTE — Clyde Tidwell, a law professor, died Oct. 29. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Richwood Memorial Gardens. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. today at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Raphael Joseph Trahan, 3
BERWICK — Raphael Joseph Trahan, son of Janey and Matthew Trahan, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Burial will be in Bethel Cemetery west of Clarks.

Willie Wilson Jr., 69
Willie "Old Folk" Wilson Jr. of Monroe, a farmer, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Sadie Marie Woods, 78
Sadie Marie Woods of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Friday at Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Bass, Deborah: 11 a.m. today, West End Church of God in Christ, Bastrop.
Foster, Murrell L.: 2 p.m. Saturday, Winnfield Funeral Home, Winnfield.
Jackson, James: 1 p.m. Thursday, St. Luke Baptist Church, Newellton.
King, Betty Gene Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, Lake Providence High School Auditorium.
Nerren, James C.: 10:30 a.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Sims, Mary Francis: 10 a.m. today, Green Chapel Church of God, Oak Grove.
Tidwell, Clyde: 11 a.m. Thursday, Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

November 5, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

DENNIS LANGE Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Dennis Lange, 70, of West Monroe will be held at 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, November 6, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home-West Monroe with Eddie Simmons officiating. Mr. Lange will be laid to rest next to his wife Thursday at Locklin Cemetery in Thorndale, TX. Mr. Lange was born in Taylor, TX on April 18, 1937 and raised in the Noack community in Texas, and passed away Saturday November 3, 2007 in West Monroe, LA. Mr. Lange was preceded in death by his loving wife of 45 years Jane Ann Lange, father, Alfred Lange, two brothers, James and Billy Lange, and two stepsons, Randy and Truett Lane. Mr. Lange is survived by his mother, Irma Lange of Allen, TX; three children, Amanda Tackett and husband Terry of Pasadena, TX, Denise McCoy and husband Tommy of Thorndale, TX, Rupert Lange and wife Karen of West Monroe,LA; sister, Loretta Foreman and husband Ted of Allen, TX; seven grandchildren, Dana Tackett, Kyle and Morgan McCoy, Brittany, Brooke, Rupert Troy, and Randall Lange; dear friend and companion Sue Blakely of Monroe,LA; and a number of nieces and nephews. Mr. Lange was a member of "Downsville Masonic Lodge # 143", the regular chapter of "Royal Arch Masons #18", regular chapter of the "Council of Cryptic Masons #8", Knights Templer "Commander #007" of Monroe, LA, past Potenate of the "Barak Shrine Temple", charter member of the "Royal Order of Jesters", Monroe Court # 187, past member of "Monroe Scottish Rite Bodies". Mr. Lange started working at the age of 6 in the local store in Noack, TX counting eggs, making 5 cents a case. He used his very first paycheck of 35 cents to buy candy for his brothers and sister. Each Mother's Day he would bring home a cake with pink roses and "HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY" written on the cake because he knew how his Mom loved cake. He treasured and loved his Mother who is 93 years old and live in a nursing home in Allen, TX. His mother taught him about the importance of hard work and showing love and kindness to others. He enjoyed his visits with her up until about a year ago when he became too ill to travel. He graduated May 27, 1955 from Thrall High School in Texas. He was voted most popular boy in his Senior year and graduated with honors. After high school he went to work for Superior Dairies delivering milk to homes, then a job offer from Borden working in the food division. He married his late wife Jane Ann and her three children on March 20,1959. While employed at Borden he was in the dairy division in Austin, TX, and transferred to Pasadena, TX, in the food division, then to Midland, TX, in the dairy division. He left Midland in 1970 and moved to Fort Stockton, TX, where he purchased and ran the Borden Distributorship until 1974. While in Fort Stockton he was actively involved in the Boy Scouts of America from 1970 to 1974. In June of 1974 he moved back to the Noack community, purchased and ran Zieschang's Resturant until 1976 when he went back to work for Borden and worked until his retirement in 1993 as General Sales Manager. After his retirement, he spent two years at ServiceMaster of Northeast Louisiana with his son and daughter-in-law. Memorials may be made to the Shriner's Hospital, 3100 Stamford Avenue, Shreveport, LA 77113. Pallbearers will be Jim Sims, Frank Phelps, Don Hereford, Johnny Bo Mitchell, Sam Lamkin and Louis Mashaw. Honorary Pallbearers will be Past Potentate's. Visitation will be Tuesday after 9:00 AM until service time. On-line condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneralhome.com.

HUGH PARKER Golden Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Funeral services for Mr. Hugh Parker are scheduled for 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, November 6, 2007 at First Baptist Church in Bastrop with Rev. Jim Ingram, Dr. L.H. McCollough, and Rev. Dick Day officiating. Interment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop. Visitation will be held Monday evening from 5:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. at Golden Funeral Home. Hugh Parker was born July 25, 1934, in Bastrop. In 1949, Hugh contracted polio and he spent the next year in New Orleans receiving treatment and then went to Warm Springs, GA for therapy and recuperation. Hugh returned to Bastrop and to Bastrop High School where he graduated in 1952. He attended LSU and graduated in 1956 with a degree in architectural engineering. In 1963, Hugh married Sarabeth Boughton and they are the parents of two daughters, Sharon Lynn Johnson and husband Charlie of Garland, TX, and Lee Anne McDonald and husband Clay of Choudrant, LA. Three granddaughters are Amelia Cooper and Audrey McDonald of Choudrant, LA, and Ragan Johnson of Garland, TX. Three grandsons are Eric Johnson, Matthew Johnson, and Chuck Johnson, all of Monroe, LA. Other survivors include one sister, Merrilee Rogers of Garland, TX; niece, Suzy Crain and husband Shelby, and great niece and nephew, Meredith and Harrison Crain, all of Sachse, TX; sister-in-law, Sharon B. Green and husband Charlie of Lebanon, TN; nieces, Holly Herrington of Chicago, IL, Marea Herrington of Nashville, TN, Sara H. Jones and husband Nolan of Kilmichael, MS. Hugh was presented the Mayor's Award for Outstanding Disabled Individual in 2001, was a recent board member for ARCO, was on the Louisiana Architect's Selection Board in 1997, and a member of the Board of Regents of Louisiana Architectural Foundation in 2002. He was also a member of the Rotary Club of Monroe, a Paul Harris Fellow, and a member of First Baptist Church in Bastrop. Hugh was affiliated with the American Institute of Architects, AIA Louisiana, AIA Monroe, and a member of the National Council of Architectural Registration Board. His professional experience includes 45 years of practice in all types of architecture, especially churches, educational, housing residential, commercial and institutional. Some of his projects include Monroe/West Monroe Convention and Visitors Bureau, Wyly Tower at Louisiana Tech University, University of Louisiana at Monroe Football Stadium and Baseball Stadium, ULM Activities Center, City Hall and Police Station of Bastrop, many churches in the area, including McGuire United Methodist Church of West Monroe and Lea Joyner United Methodist Church in Monroe. He has worked for Ouachita Parish School Board, Monroe City School Board, Claiborne Parish School Board, Richland Parish School Board, Morehouse Parish School Board, and Franklin Parish School Board. The family requests memorials be made to First Baptist Church of Bastrop Canada Missions Fund, Louisiana Baptist Children's Home, Rays of Sonshine, or the charity of your choice.

WILLIAM "PAT" CHRISTY Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mr. William "Pat" Christy, 85, of West Monroe, LA will be 10:00 AM Tuesday, November 6, 2007 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Interment will follow at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church Cemetery in West Monroe. Mr. Christy died on November 3, 2007 in West Monroe, LA. He was a member of Montgomery Street Church of God. He was a loving brother, uncle and great uncle. He is preceded in death by his parents John and Eula Christy; brother, Earl Christy and sister, Doris Worley. Survivors include his sisters, Marion Gilley and her husband Freddie and Carol Tolbird; brother, Walter P. Christy; and numerous nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Billy Lewis, Raymond Hamilton, Ronnie Gilley, Cody Murphy, Hunter Christy, and W. E. Phillips, Jr. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Monday, November 5, 2007 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. A special thanks to the care givers at Care Providers, especially Willie Elmore, Deneen Gibson, Jackie Walker, Billy Lewis, Martha Mullins and Diane Nabors. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com.

Aral Tippen Ellis, 84
Aral Tippen Ellis of Monroe, a retired LPN, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Annie M. Evans, 61
GADSDEN, Ala. — Annie M. Evans, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Columbia. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Robby Dean Gentry, 33
ST. MARTINVILLE — Robby Dean Gentry, an instrument engineer formerly of Bastrop, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Wiggens Cemetery, Rayville.

Allen 'Bennie' Gilley, 92
MANGHAM — Allen "Bennie" Gilley, a retired truck driver, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Field Ford Cemetery, Mangham.

Bennie M. Green, 84
BERNICE — Bennie M. Green died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Pine Grove Baptist Church, Bernice. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Pine Grove Cemetery, Bernice under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Baby Boy Hawkins, infant
Baby Boy Hawkins of Monroe, son of Amy Hawkins, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Tony Alonza Jackson, 47
QUITMAN — Tony Alonza Jackson, a truck driver, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Clay. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Thursday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston.

Ronald Johnson, infant
Ronald Johnson of Monroe, infant son of Lisa Moore, died Saturday. Services are noon Friday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Kent Jones, 41
Kent Jones of Monroe, an insulation installer, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

Aline T. Lewis, 91
WARSAW — Aline T. Lewis, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

John Morehead, 87
John Morehead of Monroe, a retail merchant, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Norman Neal Myers, 88
Norman Neal Myers of West Monroe, retired from Pete Caldwell Drilling Co., died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Calhoun.

Janis Padgett, 54
Janis Padgett of Monroe, a cook, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Dellwood Church of God, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Elizabeth Sanders, 87
RUSTON — Elizabeth Sanders, a homemaker, died Oct. 30. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Hubert E. Sanders, 86
Hubert E. Sanders of West Monroe, a watchmaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Bro. Joe Sandlin, 70
SHERMAN, Ill. — Brother Joe Sandlin, a member of the Franciscan Providence and formerly of West Monroe, died Saturday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Thursday at St. Paschal Catholic Church Cemetery, West Monroe. Visitation is noon until 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Gilbert Smith, 85
JONESVILLE — Gilbert Smith, a U.S. Army World War II veteran, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Jonesville. Visitation is all day today. Burial will be in Heard Cemetery, Manifest under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Charles E. Steward III, 55
EROS — Charles Ellzey Steward III, a welder, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Wilhite Cemetery, Downsville.

Clyde Tidwell, 69
LAFAYETTE — Clyde Tidwell, a law professor, died Oct. 29. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Richwood Memorial Gardens. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. today at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Raphael Joseph Trahan, 3
BERWICK — Raphael Joseph Trahan, son of Janey and Matthew Trahan, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Burial will be in Bethel Cemetery west of Clarks.

Willie Wilson Jr., 69
Willie "Old Folk" Wilson Jr. of Monroe, a farmer, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Sadie Marie Woods, 78
Sadie Marie Woods of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Friday at Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Bass, Deborah: 11 a.m. today, West End Church of God in Christ, Bastrop.
Foster, Murrell L.: 2 p.m. Saturday, Winnfield Funeral Home, Winnfield.
Jackson, James: 1 p.m. Thursday, St. Luke Baptist Church, Newellton.
King, Betty Gene Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, Lake Providence High School Auditorium.
Nerren, James C.: 10:30 a.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Sims, Mary Francis: 10 a.m. today, Green Chapel Church of God, Oak G rove.
Tidwell, Clyde: 11 a.m. Thursday, Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery

November 6, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

BILLY BROWN Jones-Wynn Funeral Home Villa Rica, GA Billy Brown, 52, of Dallas, Georgia passed away Sunday, November 4, 2007 at Wellstar Cobb Hospital in Austell. Mr. Brown was born February 3, 1955 in Greenville, Mississippi, the son of William Brown and the late Jacqueline Hutton Brown. Mr. Brown worked in the sales industry and was of the Baptist faith. He loved playing golf and swimming, and enjoyed being outdoors with nature. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his brother, Tommy Joe Brown. Survivors include his wife, Carol Norsworthy Brown; daughter, Melissa Brown of Dallas; and son and daughter in-law, Michael and Tabitha Brown of Dallas; father and step-mother, William and Sue Brown of Downsville, Louisiana; sisters and brothers in-law, Lorene and Terry Rogers of Dallas, Margaret and Derrick Basey of Downsville, Louisiana, Ruby Brown of Downsville, Louisiana, and Estella and Tommy Bandy of Cabot, Arkansas; and one grandchild, Alexis Brown of Dallas. Funeral Services will be conducted Wednesday, November 7, 2007 at 1:00 P.M. from the Chapel of Jones-Wynn Funeral Home in Villa Rica, Georgia with Rev. Danny McIlveene and Rev. Jerry Fleming officiating. Interment will follow at Meadowbrook Memory Gardens in Villa Rica, Georgia. The family will receive friends at Jones-Wynn Funeral Home in Villa Rica Tuesday, November 6, 2007 from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made to Billy Graham's Samaritan's Purse at P.O. Box 3000; Boone, NC 28607. Messages of condolence may be sent to the family at www.jones-wynn.com.

CHARLES ELLZEY STEWARD III Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Charles Ellzey Steward III, age 55, of Eros, LA will be 10:00 AM Wednesday, November 7, 2007 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home with Rev. Johnny Sanders officiating. Interment will follow at Wilhite Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home. Mr. Steward was born on November 6, 1951 in Crystal Springs, MS and died Monday, November 5, 2007 at his mother's home in Point, LA, with family by his side. He retired from K.D. Auger Co. He was a member of Providence Baptist Church of Point, LA and of Belle Cote Hunting Club. Charles had three loves in his life and they were the Lord, his family, and hunting. He was preceded in death by his father C.E. Steward, Jr.; his brother, Bobby Glen Steward Sr.; and two sisters, Tammy Michelle Steward and Camelia Carol Coker. Survivors include his wife of 36 years, Judy Grissom Steward; their children, Machelle Danna of West Monroe, Charles Steward IV and wife Christi Marie Warren Steward of Eros, Christina Allen and husband Charlie of Corpus Christi, TX; his mother Mickey Steward of Downsville; brothers, Thomas Mark and Carlotta Steward of Cadet, MO, James W. Jarrell of Jackson, MS; sister, Linda Stewart of Tennessee; sister-in-law, Tammy Steward of Luna; grandchildren, Ashliee and Tiffany Smith, Amber Steward, Anita, Charles, and Maverick Steward. Pallbearers will be Big Randy Everette, Sam Steward, Kevin Steward, Wayne Moore, Daniel Guthrie and Malcom Averitt. Special thanks to Dr. Johnny Sanders and wife Becky of Point, LA. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Tuesday, November 6, 2007 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com.

DAVID FREEMAN TORREY Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for David Freeman Torrey, age 83, of Columbia will be held at 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, November 6, 2007, from the Old Catahoula Church in Enterprise with Bob McIlwain officiating. Interment will follow in the Old Catahoula Cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home of Columbia. Mr. Torrey was born in Franklin Parish on February 8, 1924, to the union of Dave and Mamye Aplin Torrey and died Saturday, November 3, 2007, at Citizens Medical Center. He was a retired cattleman and farmer. He was a veteran of World War II serving in the Navy and is the longest standing member of New Ouachita Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include his wife: Dovie Maye Tarver Torrey, his brothers: Dale T. Torrey, Sr. of Columbia and T.J. Torrey, Sr. of Enterprise, his nephews: Donnie Torrey of Enterprise, Dale T. Torrey, Jr. of El Dorado, AR, and Mike Doughty of Many, LA. Pallbearers will be Mike Doughty, Dale T. Torrey, Jr., Charlie Jenkins, Donnie Townsend, Ray Emfinger, and Jerry Eubanks.

HUBERT E. SANDERS, SR. Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Hubert E. Sanders, Sr. born in Hawkinsville, GA to the union of Joseph Edward Sanders and Lillian Ersaline Davis the second of four sons. Hubert passed from this life on November 5, 2007 at home surrounded by his loving wife Joyce Sanders and family. Hubert came to Selman Field in March of 1943 to a snow covered Monroe, LA. He was a trained jeweler and worked on cockpit instruments and became a bomb specialist. During WWII Hubert served with the Air Force in an Ordinance Aviation Supply and Maintenance Company in the Asian Pacific Theater of Operations. During his military service, he participated in campaigns for the Southern Philippines, Luson, and was on the Island of IE Shima when the first atomic weapon was dropped on Japan. Hubert was awarded a WWII Victory Medal, The American Service Medal, The Asiatic Pacific Service Medal with two bronze stars and a Good Conduct Medal. Upon discharge from the service, Hubert returned to West Monroe and began his family with Ms. Jesse Thomas raising four children, Gay and Ray Holley, and Huey and Randy Sanders. For thirty five years, Hubert owned and operated Sanders Jewelry Store on Trenton Street in West Monroe. He was the 2nd resident to build a house in Sunshine Heights Subdivision, where he lived 60 years until the time of his death. Hubert was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Joseph, Richard, and Marvin Sanders; his first wife, Jesse Holley Sanders; his daughter Gay Holley Roberts, and sons Huey and Randy Sanders. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He is survived by his wife, Joyce Taylor Sanders; his son Ray Holley of Fredericksbrg, TX; his step children Dana Fowler of Keller, TX, Mark Flowers, Larry Flowers, and Mitch Flowers all of West Monroe, LA. Hubert had 20 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren and numerous nieces, and nephews. Funeral Services will be 2:00 PM Wednesday, November 7, 2007 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Mr. Ray Holley and Alan Robertson officiating. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe, LA. Pallbearers will be Ronnie Roberts, Marshael Flowers, Ryder Flowers, Cade Flowers, M.C. Jordan, Walt Henson, Chuck Webb and J. E. Lee. Honorary Pallbearers will be C. T. Gilreath, Harold Frith, Herbert Hayes, and members of AMVETS Post V. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Tuesday, November 6, 2007 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Memorials may be made to AMVETS Post V. Hubert was greatly loved and will be missed by all who knew him. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com.

LTC KENNETH LEE EUBANKS Doppenschmidt Funeral Home New Braunfels, TX LTC Kenneth Lee Eubanks, U.S. Army (Retired) of Canyon Lake, Texas passed away Saturday, November 3, 2007 at the age of 59 years. He was born September 3, 1948 in Fort Bragg, California to John Lee Eubanks and Dorothy Frances Grivette Eubanks. He married Terri K. Becker on August 16, 1986 in Columbia, Louisiana. LTC Eubanks began his military career on October 28, 1966. During his 29 ½ years of military service he served for a period in Somalia. He was a member of the VFW Post 8800 Startz Memorial Post. He received his Bachelor of Administration Degree on May 10, 1975 and his Masters of Administration Degree on December 11, 1976 from Northeast Louisiana University. LTC Eubanks served locally in the San Antonio Recruiting Battalion as Executive Officer from 1989 until 1991 and again served as commander from 1996 until 1998. He was the Resources Manager for Defense Information Systems Agency Pacific in Hawaii from 1998 until he retired from military service June 30, 2003. He is survived by his loving wife: Terri K. Eubanks of Canyon Lake, TX; a daughter Dori Lee Thompson of Berlin, NH; son Kenneth "Kenny" Lee Eubanks, Jr. of San Marcos, TX; sister Darlene Perkins of Kelly, LA; grandchildren: Crissi, Christopher, Cody, Carter, Daniel and Riley; Father-in-law and mother-in-law: LTG Quinn H. Becker, U.S. Army (Retired) and his wife Marie of San Antonio, TX. Visitation will be held Tuesday, November 6, 2007 from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. and on Wednesday from 4:00 P.M. until service time at Doeppenschmidt Funeral Home in Canyon Lake , TX located at 1071 FM 2673. Funeral service will be held Wednesday, November 7, 2007 at 6:00 P.M. at the Doeppenschmidt Funeral Home Chapel in Canyon Lake, TX with Chaplain Gil Richardson (Colonel) officiating. Graveside services will be held on Thursday, November 8, 2007 at 10:00 A.M. at the Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery with full military honors.

MARY NELL KANE CONGER Golden Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Nell Kane Conger, age 93, of Oak Ridge, LA are scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, November 7, 2007 at Oak Ridge United Methodist Church with Rev. Donnie Wilkinson officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Ridge Baptist Cemetery under the direction of Golden Funeral Home. Mrs. Conger, a homemaker and member of Oak Ridge United Methodist Church, passed away Sunday, November 4, 2007 at Morehouse General Hospital. She was a member of the Pierian Club and also the Daughters of the Revolution. She is survived by her grandchildren, Edwin Bernard Conger, Jr., Gretchen Conger Duff, Jon Bernard Conger, Sue Ann Conger Poling, Joe William Conger II and four great grandchildren. Mrs. Conger is preceded in death by her husband, Samuel William Conger and sons, Joe William Conger and Edwin Bernard Conger, Sr. Serving as pallbearers are: Bruce Garner, Mike Garner, Clint Shepard, Johnny Fitch, Robert Barham and Gene Allen. Visitation will be held Tuesday, November 6, 2007 from 5 p.m. until 7:00 P.M. at Golden Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Oak Ridge United Methodist Church, Oak Ridge, LA.

MILDRED COOK MARCHMAN Monroe, Louisiana Mildred Cook Marchman was born in Vidalia, GA, October 23, 1913. She married Ernest Lee Marchman of Bremen, GA, May 3, 1935. The couple moved to Monroe, LA in 1936. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest Marchman, president of M&S Co. & Buccaneer Slacks Co., Monroe, LA & son David Marchman, Sr. She is survived by son Dennis Marchman; grandchildren, David Marchman, Catherine Marchman; Madelyn Marchman Caldwell; Marianna Marchman, Amy Craigen; great-grandchildren David Lee Marchman, Michael Marchman, Charlotte Caldwell; sisters Helen Cook Rozmerski; brothers Joe Cook and Raymond Cook. Mrs. Marchman was a member of Monroe Garden Club & Covenant Presbyterian Church where services will be held Thursday afternoon, November 8, 2007.

MR. NORMAN N. MYERS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Norman N. Myers age 88, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, November 7, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel West Monroe, LA with Rev. G.R. Winslow Sr. and Rev. Gordon Winslow, Jr. officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Myers was born September 8, 1919 in Forest, MS and passed away November 4, 2007 in West Monroe, LA. Mr. Myers served in the United States Army during World War II and was retired from Pete Caldwell Drilling Service. He also worked several years in the lumber industry. He was a member of Ridge Avenue Baptist Church. Mr. Myers was preceded in death by a daughter Velma Ruth Brown, parents, George W. and Velma Myers and step-mother, Mary Gould Myers. He is survived by his wife, Clotile Brogdon Myers; 3 children, Donald Myers and wife Lou, Connie Winslow and husband Gordon, Vickie Vocker and husband Donnie; brother, J.C. Myers; 22 grandchildren, Terri Nordan, Mark Harper, Jeff Harper, Susan Schofield, Jennifer Foster, Ricky Myers, Lori Maxwell, Ellen Eubanks, Carrie Molloy, Wendy Dansby, Elizabeth Ramirez, Gordon Winslow, Jr., Amber Sanders, Trey Vocker, Teri Hemphill, Shane Vocker and Kaitlin Vocker; 25 great grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren. Mr. Myers Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

OLIVER WAYNE MORGAN Ardoin's Funeral Home Eunice, LA A Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated Tuesday, November 6, 2007, at 11:00 AM at St. Anthony Catholic Church.for Mr. Oliver Wayne Morgan, 65, who passed away Sunday, November 4, 2007 at his residence. Rite of Committal will follow in the Mulhearn Cemetery in Monroe, LA. Wayne was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather. He was a dedicated and loyal friend. Wayne instilled love and appreciation for family and was committed to education and a strong work ethic. He served others with determination. Wayne served 20 years in the military in the Army and the Air Force also serving in the Berlin Conflict and two tours in Vietnam. He was a true and loyal patriot with great love and pride for his country. Wayne always made it known that his truest gift was his wife, Gloria. Together the two persevered and demonstrated love, friendship, dedication, and commitment to all who were blessed to know them. His influence and presence will always be with us. Mr. Morgan is survived by his wife, Gloria Courville Morgan of Monroe; one son, Raymond Thomas Morgan and his wife, Betsy of DeRidder; two daughters, Marice Morgan Guilbeau and her husband, Glenn of Monroe and Dr. Katherine Morgan Wilson and her husband, Dr. Jason of Monroe; seven grandchildren, Casey Guilbeau DeSalvo of San Clemente, Ca., Shelley Guilbeau Amos of Monroe, Ca, Nicholas Charles Guilbeau of Monroe, Victoria Sloan Morgan of Monroe, Chase Morgan Wilson of Monroe, Cole Matthew Wilson of Monroe, and Tyler Martin Daigle of Eunice, two sisters, Ruth Morgan Smith and husband, Donald of Lawrence, In and Hilda Morgan Laing and husband, George of Broad Run, Va and a brother, Kenneth R. Morgan of Lawrence, In. He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles T. Morgan and Ruth Alice Kiplinger Morgan and nine brothers and sisters. The family request that visiting hours be observed from 3:00 PM until 10:00 PM and on Tuesday from 8:00 AM until time of services. A rosary will be recited at 6:00 PM Monday. Ardoin's Funeral Home of Eunice is in charge of arrangements.

RAPHAEL JOSEPH TRAHAN Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Raphael Joseph Trahan, age 3 of Berwick, LA will be held at 2:00 P.M., Wednesday, November 7, 2007 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Larry Russell officiating. Interment will follow in the Old Bethel Cemetery west of Clarks. Raphael was born in Lafayette on February 20, 2004 and died Sunday, November 4, 2007 in Columbia. Survivors include his parents: Matthew and Janey Trahan of Brewick, his brothers: Robert Puri and Matthew Trahan II of New Jersey and Michael Trahan of Berwick, his sisters: Angela Trahan of New Jersey and Gabrielle Trahan of Berwick, Maternal grandparents: Howard and Mary Poole of Grayson, Paternal grandparents: Janet Trahan and the late Evariste Trahan of Morgan City, his aunts and uncles: Charles and Debbie Poole of Kelly, Gary Poole of Stamps, AR, Dianne and Tony Childress of Kelly, Tommy Poole of Stamps, AR, Steve and Reba Briscoe of Sandy Bayou, Paul and Dee Briscoe of Grayson, Michelle and Thad Miller of Morgan City, Gregory Trahan of Beaumont, TX, Daniel Trahan of Morgan City and Lynne and Kip Percle of Morgan City, seventeen cousins and several great-aunts and uncles. Pallbearers will be Koby Percle, Daniel Trahan, Steven Briscoe and Tony Childress. Honorary pallbearers are Aaron Briscoe and Lynn Briscoe. Visitation will be Tuesday from 4:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 Hwy 165, Columbia.

ROY LEE JEFFERS, III Forest Lawn Funeral Home Dallas, TX Roy Lee Jeffers, III, 32, a kind and gentle man, died Sunday, November 4, 2007, at home in Dallas. He was born November 4, 1975, to Roy Lee Jeffers, Jr. and Roxann West Jeffers. Roy was born and raised in Bastrop, Louisiana and graduated from Downsville High School. He was extremely intelligent and at 14 was offered a full scholarship to Nachodoches School of Science. Roy loved science fiction, horror movies, hiking and camping. He is survived by his husband, Tim Huggins of Dallas; mother, Roxann Jeffers of Donalsonville, GA.; father, Roy Jeffers and wife, Brenda, of Brandon, Miss.; brothers, Billy Jeffers of Bastrop, LA. and Daniel Jeffers and wife, Kelsey, of Donalsonville; grandmothers, Vivian West and Rosie Lee Jeffers; and nieces, nephews and extended family and friends. Visitation: 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Tuesday, November 6, 2007 at Forest Lawn Funeral Home, 3204 Fairmount Street, Dallas. Funeral Service: 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, November 7, 2007 in the Forest Lawn Funeral Home Chapel.

November 7, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ALINE T. LEWIS Cox Funeral Home Delhi, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Aline T. Lewis will be held in the chapel of Cox Funeral Home in Delhi at 2:00 P.M., Thursday, November 8, 2007 with Rev. Karl Huff officiating. Burial will be in the Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe under the direction of Cox Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 5:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M. Wednesday at Cox Funeral Home in Delhi. Mrs. Lewis was born on January 16, 1916 in Marion, LA and died on November 6, 2007 in Monroe at the age of 91 years. She was a member of the Winnsboro Church of Christ. Mrs. Lewis was prececed in death by her husband of 71 years, Oran Lewis. She is survived by one daughter, Bobbie Cupit of Monroe, LA; one son, Jerry Lewis and his wife Patsy of Monroe; six grandchildren, Theresa Hendrix and her husband, Ricky of Winnfield, LA, Cindy Swenson and her husband, Marshall of Charleston, SC, Kevin Cupit of Mims, FL, Kevin Sumlin and his wife Jennifer of Monroe, Dean Lewis of Houston, TX and Dodd Lewis of Monroe. Also surviving her are seven great grandchildren, Sarah Cupit, Elizabeth and Holly Hendrix, Sean and Claire Sumlin and Brandon and Dylan Lewis;one sister, Helen Grantham and her husband A. G. of Columbus, GA; one brother, Eugene Taunton and his wife Eva of Monroe; two sisters-in-law, Esther Taunton of Monroe and Clotelle Lewis of Bastrop and numerous nieces, nephews and hosts of friends. Pallbearers will be Kevin Sumlin, Dean Lewis, Ricky Hendrix, Sammy Dennard, Mike Emfinger and Aaron Hebert. Mrs. Lewis was a resident of the Warsaw Community in Madison Parish since 1947. She was a member of the Crowville Chapter of the Eastern Star for many years. She was also a member of the Madison Parish Home Demonstration Club where she won numerous awards for her cooking and sewing. She was always willing and ready to provide her home cooking for any occasion and everyone wanted some of her homemade banana pudding. To leave a message of condolence to the family please visit our webpage at www.coxfuneral.com.

ANCE C. WELCH Boone Funeral Home Bossier City, LA Daddy passed away in his sleep on the early evening of November 5, 2007. A man who met life on his terms, he will pass this earthly existence in the same manner. Daddy will be cremated at Boone Funeral Home in Bossier City and his ashes will be spread across Indian Lake in Northeast Louisiana as he requested. A man who asked no quarter from any other man, Daddy did not want a funeral or burial, wanting only to be remembered with fondness and not sorrow. Daddy was born on April 7, 1922 in Winnsboro, LA to Daniel C. and Minnie Alice Welch. He was one of the last remaining members of the generation that lived through the Great Depression and defended his country during World War II, serving in the Air Force and Navy as a teletype operator. Daddy married our mother, Ethelda "Babe" on April 3, 1947 in Clovis, NM. Never one to leave his beloved North Louisiana woodlands and lakes, Daddy and Mother moved back to Franklin Parish with their family in the late 1950's where they raised five children. After Mother's death, Daddy met and married Charlotte Moody of Ruston, LA. He and Charlotte lived in Ruston until the time of his death. Faithful companions to the end, they loved and cared for each other through the illness and trials that growing old brings. Daddy was greeted in heaven by our Mother, two grandchildren, his parents, two brothers; Leo and Daniel, and host of relatives and friends who have passed before him. Left to cherish his memory is his wife Charlotte, five children; Daniel E. Welch, Kathy E. Langley, Martha A. Watson, Patricia W. Shadoan and Ann M. Seals. Daddy also leaves behind nine grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Please visit www.boonefh.com to share your memories of A.C. with his family. Boone Funeral Home Bossier City, LA (318) 742-5361.

BERNICE STEWART BOYETTE Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe, LA Funeral service for Mrs. Bernice Stewart Boyette, 92, of Baton Rouge, LA formerly of Fairbanks, LA, will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thursday, November 8, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe with Rev. Mark Fenn officiating. A private family interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Boyette passed away peacefully in Baton Rouge at the Lakewood Quarters Nursing Home on November 2, 2007 surrounded by her family. She was a member of Fairbanks Baptist Church. She was the matriarch of five generations and will be remembered for her generosity and the youthful spirit that kept her active and a longtime participant in the Senior Olympics. Mrs. Boyette was preceded in death by her parents, and four siblings, including her twin brother, and a son-in-law. Survivors include her daughter, Joni Carter Downing and husband Mike; brother, William "Dub" Stewart and wife Joyce; granddaughter, Stephanie Carter Boudreaux and husband Lane; three great grandchildren, Courtney Leigh Pettit and husband David, Kelly Carter Fagan and Zachary Lane Boudreaux; and great great grandson, Landon Joseph Pettit. Honorary pallbearers will be Mike Downing, Lane Boudreaux, David Pettit, Stephen Pettit and Ted Jones. Visitation will be from 1:00 P.M. until service time at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com.DALLAS WAYNE WEBB Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, Louisiana Visitation for Mr. Dallas Wayne Webb, 62, of Monroe, LA will be 9:00 A.M. until 10:30 A.M. Friday, November 9, 2007, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. at Jesus The Good Shepherd Catholic Church with Father Joe Puthuppally of St. Mathew Catholic Church officiating with Dr. Whit Holmes of Parkview Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Monroe Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Dallas was born March 2, 1945 in Alexandria, LA and passed away Saturday, November 3, 2007 at the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, TX following an extensive battle with melanoma, one of the most aggressive cancers known. Dallas was a graduate of Villanova University of PA, where he played Defensive End on the Football Team. He worked for and retired from the Cigna Corporation in Hartford, CT. Wayne, as his parents and wife called him, was a gentle and caring husband, father, and son who loved Jesus. He had a beautiful sense of humor that underlined his love of life. His lifelong motto is "Never Quit". Left behind to mourn his passing are his loving wife, Patricia, who never left his side and fought with him through his battle, his son, Dallas Jason Webb, his daughter, Marilee Webb, his loving parents, Dallas and Annabelle Webb, his two brothers, Wyatt Webb M.D. and his wife Allison, and Gene Webb, along with several nieces and nephews. Pall Bearers will be: Wyatt Webb M.D., Gene Webb, Greg Prosak, Brian Fitzpatrick, John Wilson, and Joseph McErlane. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Dallas Webb to the M.D. Anderson Cancer Research Hospital, Melanoma Division, P.O. Box 4486, Houston, TX 77210-4486 or call 1-800-525-5841 for questions and/or credit card donations. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

DOYLE TERRY HAGAR, JR Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe Memorial services for Doyle Terry Hagar, Jr, 76, of Monroe, Louisiana, will Be held at 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, November 7, 2007 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe with Chaplin Fred Rushing officiating. Mr. Hagar was born October 9, 1931, in Shreveport, LA and passed away November 4, 2007. He is preceded in death by his parents, Doyle Terry Hagar SR and Emma James Hagar of Mangham and sister, Mary Virginia Bass Tubbs of Bastrop, Louisiana. Mr. Hagar is survived by his wife, of fourty-four years, Babs Lee Hagar of Monroe and a sister, Jerry Free of Calhoun, Louisiana and several nieces and nephews. Mr. Hagar proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War aboard the ship, USS General A.E. Anderson. Additionally, Seaman Hagar was granted the National Defense Good Conduct medal by R.M. Streeter, LT. USN, and was honorably discharged after having served three years, eleven months, and six days. Terry was retired from the Monroe City School System where he served for better than thirty years. He was a teacher, principal, supervisor of instruction, and Director of Personnel and Transportation for the Monroe System. At the time of his death, he was actively involved with the Retired Teachers in this area. Mr. Hagar was a member of Mangham Lodge #388 F & AM; McQuire York Rite #58 Royal Arch Mason; Monroe Scottish Rite Arch Masons; Monroe Scottish Rite Bodies; and Barak Shrine. Terry was treasurer of the Barak Legion of Honor, and worked tirelessly with the Shrine Circus dealing with novelties and their presentation. Mr. Hagar will be long remembered by those whose lives he touched, with his kind, loving, and generous service to others. He was an energetic man who loved life and greatly enjoyed being of assistance to his many friends in all walks of life. Visitation will be held at Mulhearns from 1:00 P.M. until time of the memorial service. In lieu of flowers, please give to the Girl Scouts or to your favorite charity. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com.

H. EZRA RUSSELL Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Celebration of Life and Homegoing for Hebert Ezra Russell, age 84 of Kelly will be held at 2:00 P.M., Wednesday, November 7, 2007 from the Columbia Heights Baptist Church with Rev. John Traylor and Rev. James Prince officiating. Interment will follow in the Old Bethel Cemetery west of Clarks. Mr. Russell was born on July 13, 1923 in Tullos, LA to the union of Kirby Smith and Emma Bass Russell and died Monday, November 5, 2007 at the Citizens Medical Center in Columbia. He was a retired engineer with the LA Dept. of Development and Transportation with 31 years of service. He was a past member and deacon of First Baptist Church in Columbia and was presently a member and deacon of the Columbia Heights Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers: K.R. Russell and Willard Russell and his sister: Lillie R. McDonald. Survivors include his wife: Elaine Claunch Russell of Kelly, his sons and daughters-in-law: Danny and Sue Russell of Monroe, Richard and Patty Russell of Kelly, his daughter and son-in-law: Marilyn and John McCoy of Monroe, eight grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be William Russell, Paul McCoy, Brad Russell, Kirby Russell, Mike Creel and Steve May. Honorary pallbearers are deacons of Columbia Heights Baptist Church, Henry Hudson, Royce Johnson, C.L.Lenard and Perry Parker. Visitation will be at Riser Funeral Home Wednesday until noon and at the church at l:00 P.M.

JAMES CLARK NERREN Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe James Clark Nerren, 78, the youngest of ten children born to Edmond Wilson Nerren and Fronnie Estelle Nerren of Ruleville, MS. Mr. James Nerren died on November 5, 2007. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 A.M., November 7, 2007 at Jackson Street Church of Christ, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, with Brother Don Delukie and Brother Terry Ware officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Family will receive relatives and friends at Mulhearn Funeral Home on Tuesday, November 6, 2007 from 6:00 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. Mr. James Nerren was a member of Jackson Street Church of Christ, Monroe, LA for many years, a church he dearly loved. He was a graduate of Mississippi State University with a degree in Agriculture. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean conflict as a 1st Lieutenant. He worked with Louisiana Agriculture Service and retired with Mississippi Chemical Corporation where he was a fertilizer salesman for thirty one years. Survivors include his lovely wife of 50 years, Verna Neva Nerren; sons, James Clark Nerren, JR and wife Patricia of Natchez, MS, Danny Mark Nerren and wife Rita of Flower Mound, Tx; daughters, Zalenda Rene Nerren Keen and husband Bruce of West Monroe, LA, Jana Dawn Nerren Townsend and husband David of Longview, TX; sisters, Jewel Davidson of Sentobia, MS, Mattie Lou Monroe of Huntsville, AL.; nine grandchildren and one great grandchild. Pallbearers will be Larry Nerren, Jimmy Turner, John Harvey, Phil Riley, Shane Ware, Ronnie Hayes, Ricky Hudnall, and Bob Harrell. Honary Pallbearers will be Mitchell Clark Nerren, Jason Alan Keen, Austin Clark Nerren, and Ryan David Townsend. The family request in lieu of flowers that memorials be made to Young and Heart Group at Jackson Street Church of Christ, Monroe, LA. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

JOYCE ELLEN FRAZIER AGNEW Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, Louisiana Funeral Services for Joyce Ellen Frazier Agnew, 66, of Monroe, LA will be 10:00 A.M. Thursday, November 8, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe with interment to follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Born April 10, 1941 in West Monroe, LA, she passed away Tuesday, November 6, 2007 in Monroe, LA after a long courageous battle with cancer. She was a retired bookkeeper for Roofing Supply of Monroe with over 30 years of service. She was survived by daughters: Angie Agnew Little and husband, Rusty of Monroe, and Dianna Agnew Guntharp and husband, Mickey of Calhoun, LA; grandsons: Tanner Flory, Tony Booth, Michael Guntharp, and Mason Guntharp; mother: Marjorie Frazier of West Monroe; sisters: Leta Steed and husband Sonny of Houston, TX, and Annette Mason and husband, Harold of West Monroe; brother: Raymond Frazier and wife, Sandy of West Monroe, LA; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be: Harold Mason, Sonny Steed, Dion Young, Jim Steed, John Michael Frazier, Doug Frazier, Wayne Thompson, and Laymon Godwin. Memorials may be made to Angel Flight or M. D. Anderson Cancer Hospital in Houston, TX. Visitation will be 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Wednesday, November 7, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

OTTIS MANUAL COPES Cox Funeral Home Delhi, LA Funeral services for Ottis M. Copes, 80, of Delhi will be held at 3:00 P.M., Wednesday, November 7, 2007 at the Newton Baptist Church in Delhi with Rev. Terry Ganey, his former pastor, officiating. Burial will be in the Newton Community Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Delhi. Visitation will be held from 1:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. today at Newton Baptist Church. Mr. Copes was born on September 6, 1927 in Delhi and passed away on November 6, 2007 in Monroe. Ottis served in the Army during the Korean War. He was employed by Westinghouse, Delcraft and retired from the General Motors plant in Monroe. He was a longtime member of the Newton Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his wife and mother of his children, Dorothy Walter Copes, his wife of the past 12 years, Melba Gibson Copes; his parents, Joseph and Jewel Copes; a sister, Lynette Copes Donahoe and two brothers, Thomas E. Copes and Tolbert Copes. Ottis is survived by two daughters, Rita Copes Mendrop and her husband Chuck of Vicksburg, MS and Rhonda Copes Craig and her husband Steve of Delhi; two step-sons, Ken Gibson and his wife Gail and Larry Gibson and his wife Lori all of Delhi; two step-daughters, Barbara Gibson of Rayville and Donna Gibson Zahn and her husband Scott of Sarepta, LA; one brother, Greenlee Copes of Delhi; one sister, Cloie Copes Haywood Black of Delhi; eleven grandchildren, one great grandchild; and a host of nieces, nephews, friends and other family members. Pallbearers will be Will Mendrop, Doug Craig, Gary Jones, Dustin Jones, Ken Gibson and Larry Gibson. To leave a message of condolence to the family please visit our webpage at www.coxfuneral.com.

Jerry Mellice Bush, 66
Jerry Mellice Bush, a cook, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Ottis M. Copes, 80
DELHI — Ottis M. Copes, a retired tool and die setter, died Tuesday. Services are 3 p.m. today at Newton Baptist Church, Delhi. Visitation is 1 p.m. until time of service today at the church. Burial will be in Newton Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Ollie Donaldson, 52
Ollie Donaldson of Monroe, a cook, died Saturday. Services are noon Saturday at Triedstone Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Aral Tippen Ellis, 84
Aral Tippen Ellis of Monroe, a retired LPN, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Annie M. Evans, 61
GADSDEN, Ala. — Annie M. Evans, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Columbia. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Robby Dean Gentry, 33
ST. MARTINVILLE — Robby Dean Gentry, an instrument engineer formerly of Bastrop, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Wiggens Cemetery, Rayville.

Allen 'Bennie' Gilley, 92
MANGHAM — Allen "Bennie" Gilley, a retired truck driver, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Field Ford Cemetery, Mangham.

Bennie M. Green, 84
BERNICE — Bennie M. Green died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Pine Grove Baptist Church, Bernice. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Pine Grove Cemetery, Bernice under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Baby Boy Hawkins, infant
Baby Boy Hawkins of Monroe, son of Amy Hawkins, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Tony Alonza Jackson, 47
QUITMAN — Tony Alonza Jackson, a truck driver, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Clay. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Thursday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston.

Ronald Johnson, infant
Ronald Johnson of Monroe, infant son of Lisa Moore, died Saturday. Services are noon Friday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Kent Jones, 41
Kent Jones of Monroe, an insulation installer, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

Aline T. Lewis, 91
WARSAW — Aline T. Lewis, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

John Morehead, 87
John Morehead of Monroe, a retail merchant, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Norman Neal Myers, 88
Norman Neal Myers of West Monroe, retired from Pete Caldwell Drilling Co., died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Calhoun.

Janis Padgett, 54
Janis Padgett of Monroe, a cook, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Dellwood Church of God, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Elizabeth Sanders, 87
RUSTON — Elizabeth Sanders, a homemaker, died Oct. 30. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Hubert E. Sanders, 86
Hubert E. Sanders of West Monroe, a watchmaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Bro. Joe Sandlin, 70
SHERMAN, Ill. — Brother Joe Sandlin, a member of the Franciscan Providence and formerly of West Monroe, died Saturday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Thursday at St. Paschal Catholic Church Cemetery, West Monroe. Visitation is noon until 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Gilbert Smith, 85
JONESVILLE — Gilbert Smith, a U.S. Army World War II veteran, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Jonesville. Visitation is all day today. Burial will be in Heard Cemetery, Manifest under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Charles E. Steward III, 55
EROS — Charles Ellzey Steward III, a welder, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Wilhite Cemetery, Downsville.

Clyde Tidwell, 69
LAFAYETTE — Clyde Tidwell, a law professor, died Oct. 29. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Richwood Memorial Gardens. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. today at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Raphael Joseph Trahan, 3
BERWICK — Raphael Joseph Trahan, son of Janey and Matthew Trahan, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Burial will be in Bethel Cemetery west of Clarks.

Willie Wilson Jr., 69
Willie "Old Folk" Wilson Jr. of Monroe, a farmer, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Sadie Marie Woods, 78
Sadie Marie Woods of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Friday at Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Bass, Deborah: 11 a.m. today, West End Church of God in Christ, Bastrop.
Foster, Murrell L.: 2 p.m. Saturday, Winnfield Funeral Home, Winnfield.
Jackson, James: 1 p.m. Thursday, St. Luke Baptist Church, Newellton.
King, Betty Gene Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, Lake Providence High School Auditorium.
Nerren, James C.: 10:30 a.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Sims, Mary Francis: 10 a.m. today, Green Chapel Church of God, Oak Grove.
Tidwell, Clyde: 11 a.m. Thursday, Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery

November 8, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ALLEN "BENNIE" GILLEY Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Allen "Bennie" Gilley, 92, of Mangham, LA will be held at 2:00 P.M., on Friday, November 9, 2007 at Brown-Holley Funeral Chapel, Rayville, LA with Sister Gay Bradford and Rev. Ron Lowe officiating. Interment will follow in Ford Field Cemetery, Mangham, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. Mr. Gilley was born on September 1, 1915 and left this life on November 4, 2007. He was a loving father, pappaw and gran-pappy. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He leaves behind a legacy of hunting and fishing stories for all that knew him. At age 90, he was still climbing deer stands and killing deer. He will be missed by all who knew him. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, of 43 years, Gloria Matherne Gilley and great grandson, Cameron Dean Cardin. He is survived by his Daughters and Husbands, Susan and Steve Cardin of Mangham, Charolett and Ray Caraway of Ruston, Karen and Roy Chapman of Rayville, Sons, Jerry Gilley .of West Monroe, and Jimmy "J.J." and Patricia Gilley of Ruston, LA and Special Niece, Dot Washington; 17-Grandchildren; 13-Great Grandchildren and a host of loved nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank, Dixie Melancon, Cherry Timber, Lisa Mitchell, Bro. Ron Lowe and the nursing staff at Southern Care, Inc. for their loving and compassionate care of our father. We would also like to thank Rayville Nursing and Rehabilitation, especially Ruby, Carolyn and Dorothy and Richardson Medical Center nurses and staff. Pallbearers will be grandsons, Kevin Cardin, Rodney Cardin, Brett Cardin, Josh Caraway, Jason G. Lindsay, and Dustin Chapman. Honorary pallbearer will be Jon Chapman. Visitation will be 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Thursday, November 8, 2007 at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneral homes.com.

ARAL TIPPEN ELLIS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Aral Tippen Ellis, age 84, will be 1:00 P.M., Friday, November 9, 2007, in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Officiating will be Rev. Sherwood Smith and Pastor Mark Foster. Interment will follow in the Tippen Chapel Family Cemetery in Womack, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mrs. Ellis was born on January 1, 1923 in Womack, LA and passed away on November 6, 2007 in West Monroe, LA. She was born to the union of Amy and Dennis Tippen of Womack. Mrs. Ellis was a retired License Practical Nurse at St. Francis and E.A. Conway. She is survived by her daughter; Jennifer Fuller and husband, Terry; sons, Pete Sims and wife, Gwennet, Mike Sims and wife, Yvonne, Phil Phillips and wife, Kathy; brothers, Don Tippen and wife, Darlene and Dervis Tippen; sister, Amy Barker and husband, Bobby; grandchildren, James Sims, Chris Simons, Le'Sann Smith, Anthony Sims, Sis Kennedy, Craig Simons, Ben Fuller, Kyle Sims, Phillip Phillips, Jr., Candy Phillips, Sarah Phillips and Chad Boudoin. Pallbearers will be her grandchildren, James Sims, Kyle Sims, Anthony Sims, Craig Simons, Ben Fuller and Phillip Phillips, Jr. Honorary pallbearers will be Chad Boudoin and Terry Simons. Visitation will be 5:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M., Thursday, November 8, 2007, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe.

BILLY WAYNE TAYLOR Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Billy Wayne Taylor, age 58, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, November 9, 2007 in the Worship Center of First Baptist Church of West Monroe. Officiating will be Rev. Harry Boyd and Rev. Tom Lowe. Interment will follow at Concord Cemetery in Chatham, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. He was a successful businessman, but to his family he was a generous and constant source of advice and support. He held the affections of his siblings and most of all, his nieces and nephews in the palm of his hands. His words, actions and deeds always conveyed to his family that he was on our side and that he loved us and we could always depend on him. Billy Wayne was the "glue" that held us all, brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews together. He always said that families "stick together". Now how can we go on without him, knowing he died alone and not with those who loved him. His favorite statement to every tragedy was "life goes on". We have to move on because to do less would be a disservice to his memory. We will remember him always for the way he loved us. The way he honored, cared for and loved his mother and father. He suffered many losses, one of which he never understood, but managed to move forward without bitterness and hatefulness. We will remember our Sunday dinners and our Christmas days and sitting on the porch and walking in the yard. We will laugh when we think of his "Big Secret" which was home fried chicken dipped in barbeque sauce. We will remember him because with all the material things he had or could have had his most prized possession was his beloved pet, Jolie. Jolie was there with her 'Dad" until and after the very end. He was good, he was kind and he was beautiful. To the rest of the world, he was Bill, but to his family he was Billy Wayne. "How will we live without you?" We will because "life goes on". Survivors include his brothers; Preston Taylor and wife, Gloria, Jake Taylor and wife, Wanda, Clyde Taylor, Jimmie Taylor, Ernest Conn and wife, Jeanette and Alwood Conn and wife, Blanche; sisters, Linda Sue Hightower and husband, Bob and Zola Mae Morphew and husband, Charles; numerous nieces and nephews; step-daughter, Jennifer Tudor and beloved pet, Jolie. Bill's mortgage experience spans thirty six years, of which twenty two years were spent in developing, managing correspondent production channels. He was a pioneer and icon in the correspondent business. Bill developed one of the first correspondent purchase programs in 1982 for Troy & Nichols Mortgage in Monroe, LA. After being acquired by Chase Manhattan Bank, Bill managed the Chase Manhattan Correspondent Channel. Following Chase Manhattan, Bill built and managed the Correspondent Channel for The Dime Saving Bank of New York/North American Mortgage until its sale to Washington Mutual. Bill developed and managed the correspondent channel for Irwin Mortgage until leaving to consult for two years. In 2007, Bill was hired by Benchmark Bank of Dallas, Texas as president of Affiliated Mortgage Company to oversee all operations for the correspondent channel. Pallbearers will be Colbee Taylor, Brian Murphy, Dan Hastings, Don Richey, David Halley and Steve Gibson. Honorary pallbearers will be Stephen Hutchinson, Bill Bennett, Mike Lancaster and the entire staff at Affiliated Mortgage Co. Visitation will be 5:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M., Thursday, November 8, 2007 in the Worship Center of First Baptist Church of West Monroe. Memorials may be given to Louisiana Tech Foundation Champs in memory of Bill Taylor, P.O. Box 3183, Ruston, LA 71272 or Goodfellows. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

RUSSELL A. NORMAND Kramer Funeral Home Alexandria, LA Graveside Services for Russell A. (Bud) Normand will be at 11:00 A.M. Friday, Nov. 9, 2007, in Alexandria Memorial Gardens Cemetery with Rev. Dan O'Connor officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of John Kramer & Son. Russell A. Normand, 68, formerly of Alexandria, residing in Monroe, died Friday, Nov. 2, 2007, in his residence. After a 30 year career, he retired from ULM as a professor. He was the co-owner of Elpac Consulting Firm. Mr. Normand was of the Catholic faith. Russell Normand is survived by: Three brothers, Samuel A. Normand, Jr. of Alexandria, LA; Edward Neal Normand of Libuse, LA; David Michael Normand of Memphis, TN; One Sister, Linda Kay Sasser of Libuse, LA; One Aunt, Sister Inconcentia Gauthier of Lafayette, LA; Numerous Nieces and Nephews. Notes of condolence may be sent to the family online at kramerfunerals@aol.com.

SHELVY JEAN CURRIE Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Shelvy Jean Currie, 67, of West Monroe, LA, will be on Friday at 10:00 AM in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Rev. Allen Eppinette officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt. Olive Church Cemetery in the Cypress Community under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Born April 18, 1940, in Bennettesville, SC, she passed away in West Monroe on Tuesday, November 6th, 2007. A retired assistant manager for Carousel Recreation at Western Lanes, Mrs. Currie loved the sport of bowling and she promoted the sport at every opportunity. Mrs. Currie was a member of the Center Point Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, Daniel and Marjorie Peele McQueen, Mrs. Currie was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Jim Currie in August, 1995. Survivors include her son, Joseph Daniel Currie and wife, Vicki, and son, William Milton Currie; 6 grandchildren, Heather, Matt, Josh, Billy, Katie, and Kasey Currie; 6 great grandchildren; and a brother, Jimmy McQueen. Visitation will be held Thursday, November 8th, 2007, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Active pallbearers are Bob Wilson, David Campbell, Bubba Boyd, Mike, Huey, and Bubba Edwards. Memorials may be made to the USBC Junior Bowlers Program in care of Bayou Bowl in Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

THERESA FOUNTAIN Funerals by McFarland Delhi, Louisiana Mrs. Theresa Fountain was born March 5, 1924. She passed November, 1 2007 at St. Francis North in Monroe, LA. Services will be held on Saturday, November 10, 2007 at 11:00 A.M. with Rev. Anthony Guice officiating at Mt. Zion Baptist church in Delhi, LA. She is preceded in death by her husband, Horace Fountain Sr., her parents, Elnora & Buck Washington, her daughters, Helen Carroll & Bessie Wilson. She is survived by her children Roosevelt, Horace Jr, Bobby, Bobbie Jean, Ramona, Herbert, Ivory, Louis, and, Victoria Fountain, and Vickie Fountain- Holland and a host of grandchildren. Her passion for higher learning was instrumental as she funded the college expenses of Bobby- Masters in Science, and Masters in Education, Louis-Bachelors in Psychology, Vickie and Victoria- Masters Degrees in Social Work (MSW). She was equally proud of Hebert-Construction Expert, Beverly-Mental Health Specialist, Horace Jr.-Entrepreneur and Professional Driver, Roosevelt, retired from Sales and Casino Mgt., Ramona- University and motivational speaker for Katrina evacuees who met with Hillary Clinton, Ivory- a five –star chef, and Lee-self employed and the Delhi hero who saved one of the relatives of the Martin family (one of the most prominent families in Richland parish) from airplane crash carrying him to safety from the corn field to the ambulance. She was the foundation of the Fountain family. She loved Home Interiors, flowers, and beautiful clothes. Giving, wise and Christian, and the sole caregiver of Bobbie who required special needs until her stroke in March of this year. Visitation will be held at Funerals by McFarland 1223 Broadway Street, Delhi, on November 9, 2007. from 3:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M

TRUDIE MAE (WEBB) BANKSTON SOUTHERN FUNERAL HOME WINNFIELD, LA Mrs. Trudie Mae (Webb) Bankston, age 88, of Winnfield, La., passed away Wednesday, November 7, 2007, at the Winnfield Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Winnfield, LA. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Winnfield. Mrs. Bankston owned and managed J.C's Curb Market in Winnsboro with her husband for many years. She was the daughter of the late Elijah Webb and the late Lula Mae (Weathers) Webb. Mrs. Bankston was also preceded in death by her husband, J.C. Bankston; and daughter, Joy Smith. She is survived by her one son, Tommy Bankston and wife Helen of Winnfield, LA; son-in-law, Buddy Smith of Winnsboro, LA; two Sisters, Maxine Mize of Waterproof, LA; Peggy Southern of Winnsboro, LA; five grandchildren. Pallbearers will be: Jerry Bankston, Richard Henderson, Lyn Bankston, Chip Little, Guy Smith, Billy Boutwell, Billy Smith, and Steve Thompson. Services are under the direction of Southern Funeral Home of Winnfield, LA., where the family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Thursday, November 8, 2007 and from 8:00 AM to 9:45 AM Friday, November 9, 2007. Funeral services will be held at First Baptist Church of Winnfield at 10:00 AM Friday, November 9, 2007 with Dr. Jerald McBride officiating. Graveside services will be held at the Providence Memorial Cemetery in Winnsboro, LA. at 1:00 PM, Friday. Friends may express messages of condolence to the family online by visiting www.southernfuneralhome.com.

Joyce Ellen Agnew, 66
Joyce Ellen Frazier Agnew of Monroe, a retired bookkeeper, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

William A. Anderson, 43
TYLER, Texas — William Aaron Anderson, a pharmacist, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Albertine Barnes, 71
BASTROP — Albertine Barnes, homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home of Bastrop.

Artha L. Bingham, 54
Artha L. Bingham of Monroe, an upholster, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Wisner. Burial will be in Hope Estate Cemetery, Wisner.

Bernice S. Boyette, 92
BATON ROUGE — Bernice Stewart Boyette, a retired cafeteria cashier at the University of Louisiana at Monroe, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Joel Corbett Brewer, 87
FERRIDAY — Joel Corbett Brewer, a retired machinist with Armstrong Rubber Co., died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Masonic graveside services will be held at Greenlawn Memorial Park, Natchez, Miss.

Darnell Cheffin, 59
Darnell Cheffin of Monroe, a machine operator, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Springhill Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Annie Mae Darby, 96
RICHMOND, Calif. — Annie Mae Darby died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at St. Rest Baptist Church, Quitman. Visitation begins at noon. Burial will be in Mount Zion Cemetery under the direction of King's Funeral Home, Ruston.

Rev. Louis V. Ederson, 73
ALEXANDRIA — The Rev. Louis V. Ederson, a truck driver formerly of Monroe, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Ludden Chapel Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Geraldine Jackson, 59
Geraldine "Jerry" Jackson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. James Missionary Baptist Church, Richwood. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Cemetery.

Donald Lancastor Jr., 58
SLIDELL — Donald Lancastor Jr., a retired U.S. Navy commander and controller for the U.S. Navel Ocean Graphics Office, died Tuesday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.

Maylene Lawrence, 73
BASTROP — Maylene Lawrence died Saturday. Arrangements are pending with Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Eddie Lee Marshall, 80
Eddie Lee Marshall of Monroe, a carpenter, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Liberty Christian Center, Monroe. Visitation is 3-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

John Morehead, 87
John Morehead of Monroe, a retail merchant, died Monday. Services are pending under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Juanita McIntosh, 73
RAYVILLE — Juanita McIntosh, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are pending under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Janie Pearl Moss, 84
Janie Pearl Case Moss of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Bobby C. Odom Sr., 68
Bobby C. Odom Sr. of West Monroe, a pipeline worker, died Oct. 15. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Antioch Cemetery north of Hodge. Arrangements are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Helen P. Rhodes, 84
TALLULAH — Helen P. Rhodes, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah. Visitation begins at noon. Burial will be in Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton.

Sammie Roberts, 71
MARION — Sammie Roberts, a boiler operator for Pilgrim's Pride, died Saturday. Services will be 2 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation will be 2-6 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be at Concord Cemetery, Marion.

Jimmy C. Roberts, 69
LISBON — Jimmy C. Roberts, a machinist and a native of Delhi, died Wednesday. Services will be 2 p.m. Friday at Lisbon Methodist Church under the direction of Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Homer. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be at Lisbon Cemetery.

Ruthie Robinson, 72
RAYVILLE — Ruthie Robinson, a homemaker, died Nov. 1. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

James L. Shively, 75
DODSON — James L. Shively, a retired seaman, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Siloam Cemetery, Dodson.

Carrie Welch, 80
Carrie Welch of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Macedonia Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

Claude Williams Jr., 78
Claude Williams Jr. of West Monroe, a retired truck driver, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Marteel Willis, 82
BASTROP — Marteel Willis, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Donaldson, Ollie: noon Saturday, Triedstone Baptist Church, Monroe.
Evans, Annie M.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Columbia.
Foster, Murrell L.: 2 p.m. Saturday, Winnfield Funeral Home, Winnfield.
Gilley, Allen "Bennie": 2 p.m. Friday, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.
Green, Bennie M.: 2 p.m. today, Pine Grove Baptist Church, Bernice.
Jackson, James: 1 p.m. today, St. Luke Baptist Church, Newellton.
Jackson, Tony Alonza: 1 p.m. Friday, Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Clay.
Johnson, Ronald: noon Friday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Jones, Kent: 11 a.m. Monday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
King, Betty Gene Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, Lake Providence High School Auditorium.
Lewis, Aline T.: 2 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.
Sanders, Elizabeth: 1 p.m. Saturday, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Sandlin, Brother Joe: 2 p.m. today, St. Paschal Catholic Church Cemetery, West Monroe.
Smith, Gilbert: 10 a.m. today, Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Jonesville.
Tidwell, Clyde: 11 a.m. today, Richwood Memorial Gardens.
Wilson Jr., Willie: 2 p.m. Saturday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Woods, Sadie Marie: 1 p.m. Friday, Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe

November 9, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CLAUDE WILLIAMS, JR. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Claude Williams, Jr., 78, of West Monroe, LA, will be on Saturday at 10:00 AM in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Chaplain Mitchell Pray officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Born on December 25, 1928, he was a son of the late Claude Williams, Sr., and Cora Gilmore Williams. He passed away November 6, 2007, in West Monroe. A retired truck driver for Sunbelt Plastics, Mr. Williams was a U.S. Navy veteran of the Korean Conflict. He was preceded in death by his parents; 2 sisters, Rheba Tinker and Marjorie Williamson; and son-in-law, Glenn D. Hinton. Survivors include his beloved wife of 58 years, Florence Christy Williams; daughter, Claudia Hinton; son, Claude Williams, III and his wife, Charlotte; grandchildren, Johnny and Marty Hinton, Justin and Crystal Williams, and Whitney Griggs; and a sister-in-law, Kathryn Campbell. Memorials may be made to the Northeast Louisiana New Voice Club of which Mr. Williams was a member. Active pallbearers include Joey Frazier; Gary, Leon, Jerry, Richard, and Plesey Lynn Christy. Honorary pallbearers are Walker Burson, Joe Lambert, Ralph Barnes, Neal Duncan, and Jimmy Chapman. Visitation will be held Friday, November 9, 2007, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. The family would like to say a heart-felt thank you to Patient's Choice Hospice, and staff members, Suzanne Hatton, RN, Donna Ware, CNA, Chaplain Mitchell Pray, and Charles Dyers of Meals on Wheels for their loving care of Mr. Claude Williams, Jr. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

GEORGE IVAN JOHNSON Restland Funeral Home Dallas, TX George Ivan Johnson Beloved husband, father & grandfather was born August 30, 1923 and passed away November 7, 2007. George grew up in Los Angeles, CA & Taos, NM. He served in the Navy from 1942 to 1945 and was on the USS Mahan #364 which was sunk in Ormot Bay on December 7, 1944. All of the men, except for 12, were rescued. He attended the University of Southern California and graduated in 1949 in communications. He came to Bastrop, LA to work in radio, then married in 1950. He worked at KNOE Television CBS TV in Monroe, LA until his retirement in 1988. Our deepest gratitude to Faith Hospice and all the staff who cared for George daily for the past year. George is preceded in death by his daughter, Julie Anne Holmes. George is survived by his wife of 57 years, Louise Johnson; daughters, Connie Callan, Kathy Reagan & husband David, and Christy Schmitz & husband Ray; grandchildren, Brooke, Paige, Morgan, John, William, Taylor, Haley, Jake, Caroline, and Clay; and aunt, Alice Deveau. Family to receive friends from 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Friday, November 9, 2007 at Restland Funeral Home. Graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, November 10, 2007 at Restland Memorial Park. Donations may be sent to Alzheimer's Association, 4144 N. Central Expwy., Suite 750, Dallas, TX 75204.

JANIE PEARL CASE MOSS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Janie Pearl Moss age 84 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, November 10, 2007 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Leonard Garlington, Rev. Randy Bardwell, and Rev. Eddie Shoemaker officiating. Interment to follow at Hasley Cemetery West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Moss was born February 25, 1923 in Brookhaven, MS and received her wings on November 6, 2007 in Monroe, LA following a lengthy illness. Janie was a member of Peniel Baptist Church but unfortunately she wasn't able to attend to long before health issues took over. She was an avid member of the Great Billy Graham Crusade receiving his membership letters and books for many years. She enjoyed gospel music and reading. She was also a doll collector. She never complained about how she felt, but would say she was fine or O.K. But now she is more than ok for she is with her Savior, no longer in pain, health restored and walking the streets of Heaven. Mothers are special and we rate ours the best! Forever in our hearts you will remain, until we meet again! (Kat, Buddy, Michael, and Sharon Rose). Mrs. Moss was preceded in death by her parents, Louie and Rosie Case; sister, Gladys Holloway, granddaughter, Jennifer Leach; sister-in-law, Earlene Fleming and husband Ben; brother-in-law, Earl Moss. Mrs. Moss is survived by her husband of 61 years, Edgar Moss; sons, John Moss and Mike Moss and wife Verna; daughters, Mary Harbor and husband David, Sharon Hardwick and husband Les; grandsons, Justin Canterberry, Brandon Harbor and wife Kelly; granddaughter, Pam Harbor; great grandson, Shelby Raney; 3 step-grandchildren and 7 step great grandchildren all of West Monroe; 3 brothers, Percy Case of Ferriday, LA, L.C. Case and wife Marlene of Alexandria, LA, Thomas Case of Jonesville, LA; 3 sisters-in-law, Mildred Cox of Natchez, MS, Florene Harmen of Tupelo, MS, and Katherine Moss of Oak Grove of LA. and numerous nieces, nephews and a host of church family. Mrs. Moss's nephews will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be Friday November 9, 2007 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. The family would like to give a special thanks to Dr. Michael Sampognaro and staff, Dr. Marshal Leary and staff, United Home Care (A God send of special nurses) for the many years of special care given to Mrs. Janie and to Hospice Care of LA for being there in her final days before going home. For these are the angels God has here working for him on earth. P R A Y E R The family thanks all the churches that kept us and mother in their prayers for many months. Online condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

JOHN EDWARD "JACK" MARTIN, JR. Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Mr. John Edward "Jack" Martin, Jr. passed away November 8, 2007. He was born July 24, 1922 in Toronto, KS, the son of John Edward and Ressie Marilla Martin. He grew up in Wichita, KS and attended East High School where he was a honor society student, band member, and three year Golf Team Letterman. His love of golf continued throughout his life and included numerous tournament trophies, a course record 63 and a hole in one at Meadowlark golf course (now Clapp Park) in Wichita, KS. After graduation he served as a 1st Lt. and pilot in the U. S. Army Air Corp. during World War II. After serving his country he attended Wichita State University where he received his BS degree in Aeronautical Engineering in 1951. He joined the Boeing Company the same year and held several engineering and program management roles for the next forty-two years. His long career at Boeing included locations in Wichita, KS, Huntsville, AL, and Seattle, WA. Notable positions included Chief Liaison Engineer, NASA Payloads Integration Mgr., and 1st Inertial Upper Stage-Space Shuttle Mission Director. Honors included AIAA Associate Fellow, Who's Who in Aviation and Aerospace - 1983 and the Smithsonian Apollo Achievement & Roll of Honor Awards. Mr. Martin was a member of Lakeshore Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife of sixty years, Dorothy Louise Martin; three sons, Glenn Martin of Monroe, LA, Jack Martin of Lake Stevens, WA, and David Martin of Arlington, WA; two daughters, Ann Hinshaw of Huntsville, AL, and Susan Hooper of Oaksdale, WA; one step daughter, Sharon Fields of Monroe, LA; fourteen grandchildren, ten great grandchildren, three great-great grandchildren, two nieces, Gail Roy, and Brenda Dupriest; and two nephews, William Cavitt, and John Grimm. A memorial service will be held at a later date with Rev. William Smith officiating. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com.

MRS. VERNIECE DUCHESNE BRELAND HORTON Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe, LA Mrs. Verniece Duchesne Breland Horton 90, was born on September 26, 1917, passed away on November 7, 2007, at St. Francis North Hospital. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Ellis C. Breland and Lonnie Horton and her daughter, Judy Breland Turnage. She is survived by her daughter, Barbara Breland Fruge and husband George of Alexandria, LA; sons, Ellis C. Breland of Represa, CA; Gary Breland and wife Cynthia of Monroe, LA; sisters, Mackie Fitch of Monroe, LA; and Betty Thompson of Chattanooga, TN; thirteen grandchildren; fifteen great grandchildren; and one great great grandson. At her request, her body was donated to the LSU School of Medicine in Shreveport for the advancement of medical education and research. The family extends special thanks to the staff of 5th floor of St. Francis North, Patients Choice Hospice, Dr. Anders and Dr. Yount. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

WILLIAM AARON ANDERSON, R. PH. Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe Funeral services for Mr. William Aaron Anderson, R. Ph., 43, of Tyler, TX, will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, November 10, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Thomas Peoples and Rev. Clyde Dearman officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park. Mr. Anderson passed away November 3, 2007. He was a dedicated and caring pharmacist for eighteen years. He was also a loving husband, father, and friend. Survivors include his wife, Lori Anderson; son, James Cruce Anderson; daughters, Casey Erin Anderson, and Samantha Marie Anderson; mother, Faye Woodruff Turner and husband James; father, Robert Anderson and wife Silvia; brothers, Steve Anderson, and Michael Anderson; sister, Kimberly Anderson; and many other loving relatives. Pallbearers will be Michael Anderson, Steve Anderson, Sam Branco, Clyde Dearman, Robert Hetzel, and Doug Dussey. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Following the committal service Saturday, the family will receive friends at Lakeshore Baptist Church, Katherine's Activity Building, 315 Lakeshore Drive, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Paul "Porter" Beatty, 52
JONESVILLE — Paul "Porter" Beatty died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. Burial will be in Calhoun Cemetery, Clayton, under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

Mack Donald Brendle, 79
BASTROP — Mack Donald Brendle, a retired merchant marine, died Friday. Services are 4 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 3 p.m. today until service time at the funeral home.

Ruby Brown, 57
WINNSBORO — Ruby Brown, a program director, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Sunday at Liberty Christian Center, Monroe. Burial will be in Gethsemane Memorial Gardens under the direction of Richardson-Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Clayton "Clay" Bunch, 19
WYNNE, Ark. — Clayton Edmund "Clay" Burch, a student formerly of Oak Grove, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery.

Yvonne Holmes, 80
OLLA — Yvonne Holmes, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Olla.

Cedric L. Jenkins, 26
Cedric L. Jenkins of Monroe, a production assistant, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at Progressive Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

Cynthia Ann Jones, 46
Cynthia Ann Jones of West Monroe, a child care provider, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Phyllis Ann Kennedy, 71

CHOUDRANT — Phyllis Ann Kennedy, a homemaker, died Friday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Sibley Cemetery. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Janie Case Moss, 84
Janie Pearl Case Moss of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Jo Southern, 67
WINNSBORO — Jo Southern, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Myrtle Memorial Cemetery.

Katherine L. Whitaker, 84
COLUMBIA — Katherine Louise (Morgan) Whitaker, a retired seamstress, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today and 9 a.m. Sunday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Old Bethel Cemetery, Clarks.

Claude Williams Jr., 78
Claude Williams Jr. of West Monroe, a retired truck driver, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Anderson, William Aaron: 11 a.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Armstead, Rebecca: 2 p.m. today, Mount Lebanon Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Bingham, Artha L.: 2 p.m. today, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Wisner.
Brown, Ruby: 1 p.m. Sunday, Liberty Christian Center, Monroe.
Bush, Jerry: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Lone Wa Baptist Church, Monroe.
Cheffin, Darnell: 11 a.m. today, Springhill Baptist Church, Monroe.
Darby, Annie Mae: 1 p.m. today, St. Rest Baptist Church, Quitman.
Davis, Bobbie Jean: 2 p.m. today, Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Donaldson, Ollie: noon today, Triedstone Baptist Church, Monroe.
Durr, Joan Evans: 10 a.m. today, Robinson Baptist Church, Dunn.
Ederson, the Rev. Louis V.: 2 p.m. today, Ludden Chapel Baptist Church, Monroe.
Evans, Annie M.: 11 a.m. today, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Columbia.
Feazel, Jamie Marie Stevens: 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.
Foster, Murrell L.: 2 p.m. today, Winnfield Funeral Home.
Fountain, Theresa May Washington: 11 a.m. today, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Delhi.
Jackson, Geraldine "Jerry": 11 a.m. today, St. James Missionary Baptist Church, Richwood.
Jones, Kent: 11 a.m. Monday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
King, Betty Gene Lee: 11 a.m. today, Lake Providence High School Auditorium.
Lancaster Jr., Donald: 2 p.m. today, Rayville Masonic Cemetery.
Marshall, Eddie Lee: 10 a.m. today, Liberty Christian Center, Monroe.
Moss, Janie Pearl Case: 1 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Nute, Carolyn Nation: 1 p.m. today, Farmerville Recreation Center.
Pendergrass, Don: 2 p.m. today, Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.
Salley Jr., John B. "Chubby": 2 p.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Sanders, Elizabeth: 1 p.m. today, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Scott, Martha Bryant: noon today, New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Sellers, Lorla: 11 a.m. today, Mount Sinai Baptist Church, Monroe.
Sommerville, Geraldine G. "Mama Geri": 11 a.m. today, St. Joe Baptist Church, Rhymes.
Thompson, Lawrence: 1 p.m. today, New Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Williams Jr., Claude: 10 a.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Wilson Jr., Willie: 2 p.m. today, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe

November 10, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

JIM TAYLOR "BO" BEST Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral services for Jim Taylor "Bo" Best, age 23, of Ruston will be held 3:00 PM Saturday November 10, 2007 at Trinity United Methodist Church in Ruston. Officiating the service will be Dr. Fred Wideman and Rev. Andy Hurst. Interment will follow at Sibley Cemetery in the Sibley Community under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Bo was born May 2, 1984 and passed away November 9, 2007, following injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Bo was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church and was a 2003 graduate of Ruston High School where he played on the Varsity Football Team. He was currently attending Louisiana Tech University and Delta Community College where he was schedule to graduate in December of 2007. Bo loved the outdoors: hunting, fishing, attending football games with his father, and going to Southpoint with his Granddaddy. He is survived by mother, Charlene O'Neal Best of Ruston; father: Steve Best and wife Lou Ann of West Monroe; sister: Katie Best Clark and husband Cullen of Ruston; maternal grandparents: Dan and Jimmie O'Neal of Ruston; aunt: Jan O'Neal Murphy and husband Randall of Ruston; uncle: Dan O'Neal III and wife Lynne of Sibley; Ben Joiner and wife Allison of Denver; Jerelyn Corbman and husband Roger of Las Vegas; Jeni Eldridge and husband Bill of Texarkana; cousins: Anna Mitchell, Parker Mitchell, Heather Chambliss and husband Donnie, Daniel O'Neal IV, Adam O'Neal, Jamie Joiner, Billy Eldridge and wife Bridget, Daniel Eldridge, Joshua Eldridge, Craig Corbman, Tony Bradford and wife Syd, Step-sister: Danielle Bordelon and husband Scott; brother: Jackson Harold Best; step mother: Linda Best, and a host of friends who Bo loved dearly. Pallbearers will be Daniel O'Neal IV, Adam O'Neal, Parker Mitchell, Scott Bradley, Ben Lary, Christopher Cado, Brandon Belcher and Greg Thompson. Honorary pallbearers will be Christopher Edminston, and Daniel Flowers. Visitation will be Saturday November 10, 2007, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church in Ruston, LA Planned memorials may be made to the Louisiana Methodist Children's Home in Ruston, Louisiana. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

JOHN BURL SALLEY, JR Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA John Burl Salley, Jr. passed away on Wednesday, November 7, 2007 at the LSU Medical Center in Shreveport after an extended illness. He is survived by his Wife of 26 years Glenda Salley of West Monroe, LA; daughter, Susannah Salley of West Monroe; daughter, Claire Clary, husband Raymond and son Alex of Cape Coral Florida, and son John Lambert, wife Jennifer and daughters Lauren and Sarah of West Monroe. John was preceded in death by his parents John Burl "JB" Salley and Terece Salley. Survivors also include Mary McCook of Chapel Hill NC, and Holland Salley of Naples FL. John was born February 5, 1941 and was a lifelong resident and business owner in West Monroe. He was an icon in the Ouachita Parish real estate community for over 30 years. John was a Graduate of West Monroe High School, Louisiana State University, and Louisiana Tech University. There was not a bigger fan of West Monroe High School and LSU Football, and he was happiest being with his family, sitting in a football stadium or in a fishing boat. John has been an active member of the Eagles Nest Church, under the direction of Pastors George and Clarice Fluitt for 30 years. He never met a stranger and set the standard for kindness and a giving heart. John was blessed to have a list of friends that would fill a phone book, and will be missed. Special thanks for help during John's illness are to Faith Mathews of Farmerville, Mae Miles of West Monroe, Cort and Melva Wagnon of Little Rock, Dr. Wally and Jennifer Nawas of Shreveport, and the wonderful doctors and nurses of LSU Medical Center, who took time to befriend John as well as treat him. Pallbearers will be Buddy Moore, Reggie Vaughn, John Daniel, John McCormick, John Lambert, Raymond Clary, James Rasberry and Edwin White. Honorary Pallbearers will be Joe Ross, Robert Charles Payne, Bob Foss, Billy McQuade, Mark Word, Harold Flannigan, Wayne Flannigan and Ronald Bo Salley. Memorials should be sent to Rays of Sonshine Ministries, Eagles Nest Prayer and Training Center, or Phillip Smith Ministries. Visitation will be held from 1:00 P.M. until service time Saturday, November 10, 2007, at Mulhearns Funeral Home at 300 McMillan Rd in West Monroe. Funeral Service will be held in the chapel of Mulhearns Funeral Home, West Monroe on Saturday, November 10, 2007, at 2:00 PM with Pastors George and Clarice Fluitt, and Reverend Phillip Smith officiating. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com.

SADIE SMITH WOODS Miller Funeral Home Monroe, LA Sadie Woods, age 78, died Sunday, November 4, 2007 at St Francis Hospital-North in Monroe, Louisiana. She was born May 7, 1929 in Monroe, Louisiana to Edwin and Henrietta Smith. Sadie accepted Christ at an early age and was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church until she moved to Chicago, Illinois in 1953. She then united with Oakdale Baptist Church in Chicago where she remained a faithful member until she relocated back to Monroe after retirement in 2000. Upon her return to Monroe, she reunited with Macedonia. Sadie received her high school education from Monroe Colored High School. She received her Bachelor degree in Education from Leland College in Baker, Louisiana in 1952 and certified in Special Education. She did graduate work at Chicago State University in Chicago, Illinois and taught middle school there for almost 40 years. Sadie's passion for teaching continued after returning to Monroe and she worked as a substitute teacher for the Monroe City Schools and a tutor at the Mt. Nebo Center. She was a member of numerous educational, civic and social organizations and received many awards for her contribution to education. Sadie was united in marriage to Tommy Woods who preceded her in death. Her parents (Edwin and Henrietta Smith), sisters (Janie Smith and Dorothy Richard), and brother (Joe C. Smith), also preceded her in death. Sadie is survived by two sons: Richard (Tina) Woods of Suitland, Maryland; and Arthur Woods of Monroe, Louisiana; three sisters: Beverly (Sylvester) Foster of Hyattsville, Maryland; Betty (Vinson) Crawford of Ruston, Louisiana; and Joe Ann Smith of Chicago, Illinois; four brothers: James (Helen) Smith of Baton rouge, Louisiana; Edwin Smith, Jr, of Bronx, New York; Johnny (Mamie) Smith of Baltimore, Maryland; and Arthur (Brenda) Smith of Fayetteville, North Carolina; a special aunt and friend: Susie Gaines of Bosco, Louisiana; and many other family members and friends.

W. LLOYD PARROTT Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Mr. W. Lloyd Parrott, 68, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, November 11, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe with Rev. Gerald "Bubba" Bickley officiating. Interment will follow in Hasley Cemetery. Mr. Parrott passed away on November 8, 2007, at Louisiana Extended Care Hospital. He was self employed as a Mortgage Field Representative. Mr. Parrott was an Air Force Veteran of the Korean Conflict and a lifetime member of the AMVETS. Peanut, his beloved dog, has been his traveling companion for the last 10 years. Mr. Parrott was a very loving and caring husband, father, grandfather, and brother. Survivors include his wife Paula Parrott of West Monroe, LA; daughter, Deon Davis and husband Brian of Baskin, LA; grandchildren, Dylan Pipes and Devin Davis; brother, Jimmy Parrott of Chatham, LA; three nephews, Jerry Wayne Parrott, Jimmy Lynn Parrott, and Seth Waldon; niece, Elizabeth Waldon; brother-in-law, Paul Waldon of Tyler, TX; mother-in-law, PeeWee Waldon Harvey of West Monroe, LA; and sister-in-law, Mrs. Glen Parrott. Pallbearers will be Brian Davis, Duke Tobia, Jerry Wayne Parrott, Jimmy Lyn Parrott, Little Jimmy Parrott, and Herman McGuire. Honorary pallbearers will be Bill Ratcliff, Bob "Snuffy" Pickering, Robert R. Hathaway, and Don Lanier. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com.

WILEY FRANKLIN WHEELER, SR. Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Wiley Franklin Wheeler, Sr., 82, of West Monroe, LA will be 2:00 PM, Sunday, November 11, 2007 at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church, West Monroe, LA with Rev. Woody Rimes officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Mr. Wheeler passed away on November 8, 2007. He was a member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church and of the West Monroe Masonic Lodge #419. Mr. Wheeler preceded in death by his children Wiley Franklin Wheeler, Jr.; and daughters, Beverly Sue Bush and Doris Elaine Wheeler. Survivors include his wife, Willie E. Pickett Wheeler; son, Jerry Pickett; daughter, Mary Smith; ten grandchildren; numerous great and great great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Gary Hamilton, Jody Pickett, Jared Pickett, David Murphy, Danny Gaston, and Ricky Johnson. Honorary pallbearer will be Mike Gates. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Saturday, November 10, 2007 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Mt. Vernon Baptist Church Building Fund. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com.

Clayton "Clay" Bunch, 19
WYNNE, Ark. — Clayton Edmund "Clay" Burch, a student formerly of Oak Grove, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery.

Yvonne Holmes, 80
OLLA — Yvonne Holmes, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Olla.

Cedric L. Jenkins, 26
Cedric L. Jenkins of Monroe, a production assistant, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at Progressive Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

Cynthia Ann Jones, 46
Cynthia Ann Jones of West Monroe, a child care provider, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Phyllis Ann Kennedy, 71
CHOUDRANT — Phyllis Ann Kennedy, a homemaker, died Friday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Sibley Cemetery. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Janie Case Moss, 84
Janie Pearl Case Moss of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Jo Southern, 67
WINNSBORO — Jo Southern, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Myrtle Memorial Cemetery.

Katherine L. Whitaker, 84
COLUMBIA — Katherine Louise (Morgan) Whitaker, a retired seamstress, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today and 9 a.m. Sunday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Old Bethel Cemetery, Clarks.

Claude Williams Jr., 78
Claude Williams Jr. of West Monroe, a retired truck driver, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Anderson, William Aaron: 11 a.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Armstead, Rebecca: 2 p.m. today, Mount Lebanon Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Bingham, Artha L.: 2 p.m. today, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Wisner.
Brown, Ruby: 1 p.m. Sunday, Liberty Christian Center, Monroe.
Bush, Jerry: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Lone Wa Baptist Church, Monroe.
Cheffin, Darnell: 11 a.m. today, Springhill Baptist Church, Monroe.
Darby, Annie Mae: 1 p.m. today, St. Rest Baptist Church, Quitman.
Davis, Bobbie Jean: 2 p.m. today, Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Donaldson, Ollie: noon today, Triedstone Baptist Church, Monroe.
Durr, Joan Evans: 10 a.m. today, Robinson Baptist Church, Dunn.
Ederson, the Rev. Louis V.: 2 p.m. today, Ludden Chapel Baptist Church, Monroe.
Evans, Annie M.: 11 a.m. today, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Columbia.
Feazel, Jamie Marie Stevens: 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.
Foster, Murrell L.: 2 p.m. today, Winnfield Funeral Home.
Fountain, Theresa May Washington: 11 a.m. today, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Delhi.
Jackson, Geraldine "Jerry": 11 a.m. today, St. James Missionary Baptist Church, Richwood.
Jones, Kent: 11 a.m. Monday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
King, Betty Gene Lee: 11 a.m. today, Lake Providence High School Auditorium.
Lancaster Jr., Donald: 2 p.m. today, Rayville Masonic Cemetery.
Marshall, Eddie Lee: 10 a.m. today, Liberty Christian Center, Monroe.
Moss, Janie Pearl Case: 1 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Nute, Carolyn Nation: 1 p.m. today, Farmerville Recreation Center.
Pendergrass, Don: 2 p.m. today, Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.
Salley Jr., John B. "Chubby": 2 p.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Sanders, Elizabeth: 1 p.m. today, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Scott, Martha Bryant: noon today, New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Sellers, Lorla: 11 a.m. today, Mount Sinai Baptist Church, Monroe.
Sommerville, Geraldine G. "Mama Geri": 11 a.m. today, St. Joe Baptist Church, Rhymes.
Thompson, Lawrence: 1 p.m. today, New Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Williams Jr., Claude: 10 a.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Wilson Jr., Willie: 2 p.m. today, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

November 11 , 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ALTA CHRYSTINE BERRY THOMAS WOMACK ROSE-NEATH FUNERAL HOME, Marshall Street Chapel, Shreveport, LA Graveside Services for Mrs. Alta Chrystine Berry Thomas Womack will be held at 1:00 PM, Monday, November 12, 2007, at Ouachita Cemetery in Donaldson, AR. Alta was born July 19, 1917, in Donaldson, AR, to her parents Charles Franklin and Dovie Braswell Berry. She passed away November 9, 2007 in Shreveport, LA. She was a member of Parkview Baptist Church in Monroe, LA, where she lived for over 50 years. Alta was a loving mother, wonderful cook, and devoted grandmother who enjoyed working in her yard, and especially mowing her yard. She is survived by two sons, Henry Morgan Thomas and his wife Gail, of Many, LA, and Joseph Berry Thomas and his wife Mary Lynn, of Dallas, TX, and a stepdaughter Mary Eva Womack Bagwell of Monroe, LA. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren, and 8 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husbands, Henry Cornelius Thomas and Ellis Womack; her parents, her sisters Madge, Vera, Iona, and brothers Clint, Bert, Goebel, Gus, and Dawson Berry. Serving as Pallbearers will be her grandsons and grandsons-in-law. Memorials may be made to the favorite church or charity of choice. Rose-Neath Funeral Home 318-222-0348

CLAYTON EDMUND "CLAY" BURCH BROWN-HOLLEY FUNERAL HOME Oak Grove, LA Funeral service for Clayton Edmund "Clay" Burch, age 19, will be held 2:00 PM Sunday, November 11, 2007 at Brown-Holley Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Mike Ray officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Clay Burch was born on October 29, 1988 in Bastrop and passed away on November 9, 2007. He was preceded in death by his Grandfather, Lampton "Ed" Dunaway; and Grandmother, Betty Burch. Early Friday morning, a vehicle accident in Cherry Valley, AR claimed his life and the life of his good friend, Michael Cook. Clay was in his senior year at Cross County High School in Cherry Valley. He was always smiling and laughing. He loved his Nieces and Nephews very much. He will be missed greatly by his family and friends, and remain in our hearts forever. Survivors include his Father, James Burch and Wife, Patti of Oak Grove; Mother, Cindy Cooper and Husband, Buddy of Wynne, AR; Sisters, Kacie Bonnett and Husband, Jeffery; Ashley Burton and Husband, David; Nieces and Nephews, Brooklyn Burton; Skylie Bonnett; William Burton; Alyssa Bonnett; Braxton Bonnett; and Christopher Burton; Grandfather, Bobby Burch, Sr of Oak Grove; Grandmother, Nancy Colquette of Mer Rouge; Uncles, Bobby Burch Jr and Wife, Brenda of Stamps, AR; and Phillip Burch and Wife, Wanda of Oak Grove; Aunts, Brenda La Croix and Husband, Kevin of New Hampshire; Vicki Jordan and Husband, Mike of Mer Rouge; Melissa Schrock of Oak Grove; and Leisa Spann and Husband, Gary of Oak Grove; Numerous Cousins; and Many Many Friends. Pallbearers will be Rance Robertson, Brandon Burch, Lance Burch, Dusty Schrock, Robbie Wheelington, Derek Wheelington, Jessy Goodwin, and Zack Moody. Honorary pallbearers will be Johnathon Witcher, Jalon Polk, and Slade Ferrell. Visitation will be from 11:00 AM until 10:00 PM Saturday and 9:00 am until service time on Sunday at the funeral home. To leave condolences for the family go to www.brownholleyfuneral homes.com.

DWAIN LEO HOWINGTON, SR. Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Dwain Leo Howington, Sr., 70, of West Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Monday, November 12, 2007, at North Monroe Baptist Church with Dr. Bill Dye and Rev. David Worthington officiating. Interment will follow in Faith Memorial Park Cemetery in Delhi, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Howington passed away Saturday, November 10, 2007, at his residence after a lengthy illness. He was a member of North Monroe Baptist Church, AICPA, and Louisiana Certified Public Accountants. Mr. Howington was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who lived his life as a faithful servant of God. He loved spending his time with his family and was blessed to have many friends. He was a graduate of ULM and recently retired from CenturyTel as the Corporate Tax Manager. He was preceded in death by his father, Laura Oscar Howington; and brother, Marshall D. Howington Survivors include his wife, Minnie Louella (Lou) Howington; sons, Dwain Leo Howington, Jr. and wife Karen, Jeffrey Vance Howington and wife Beth, Donald Wayne Howington, and Ronald Lane Howington and wife Natalie; daughter, Tammy Lou Cheney and husband Robert; nine grandchildren, Caroline and Connor Howington, Matthew and Courtney Howington, Joshua and Madison Cheney, Tomas Howington, and Ashlyn and Grayson Howington; mother, Emma D. Howington; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Pallbearers will be Murray Howington, Jerry Barnes, Ralph McMickle, Dr. Tommy Hodge, AJ Burlew, and Bill May. Honorary pallbearers will be Thomas Murphy, and the Encouragers Class of North Monroe Baptist Church. Visitation will be Sunday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to North Monroe Baptist Church, or to ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) Association. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

GENEVIEVE DIXIE YOUNG Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral services for Genevieve Dixie Young, age 80, of Ruston will be held 10:00 AM Monday November 12, 2007, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Officiating the service will be Rev. James Grafton. Interment will follow at Ansley Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Dixie was born in Ansley, Louisiana on April 17, 1927, to Dixie Arthur and Laura Joanna Young. She attended school there and graduated from Ansley High School. She worked in the Post Office in Ansley. While working at a local furniture store in Ruston, there was an opening for Meter Maid and on October 1, 1966, Dixie joined the Ruston Police Department and served there until her retirement on October 31, 1983. She was the first woman to join the Ruston Police Department and the first woman to retire from it. Dixie was a member of the Barnett Springs Baptist Church in Ruston. Dixie moved back to Ruston in 2006, after having lived in Arkansas for a number of years. She has been in the Alpine Nursing Home in Ruston for the last year. She is survived by one niece: Joan Pelt and husband E.L. of Nederland, TX; two nephews: Garland Young and wife Brenda of Nederland, TX and Donnie Davis and wife Sharon of West Monroe, LA; Godchild: Mary Elizabeth Horstmann and other family and friends. Pallbearers will be members and retired members of the Ruston Police Department. Visitation will be Sunday from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

MARVIN BLAKLEY July 11, 1940 - November 4, 2006 Daddy, The Lord saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be, So he put his arms around you, and whispered, "Come with me". With tearful eyes we watched you suffer, And saw you fade away, Although we loved you dearly, We could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating, A beautiful smile at rest, God broke our heart to prove, He only takes the best. It's lonesome here without you. We miss you, Your kids.

MR. MACK DONALD BRENDLE Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Memorial service for Mr. Mack Donald Brendle, 79, of Bastrop, LA will be held at 4:00 PM Sunday, November 11, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe with Rev. Loyal T. Miller officiating. Mr. Brendle passed away on November 9, 2007, at St. Francis North Medical Center. He was a Navy Veteran of WWII and later served in the Merchant Marines until he retired. Mr. Brendle was preceded in death by his son, Johnny and brother, R. P. Brendle. Survivors include his son, Donald Brendle of Bastrop, LA; brother, Joe Brendle and wife Norma of West Monroe, LA; and Jerry Meeks; sister-in-law, Betty Brendle; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 3:00PM until 4:00PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.Mulhearnfuneral home.com

MRS. CYNTHIA ANN MARTIN JONES Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Memorial services for Mrs. Cynthia Ann Martin Jones, 46, of West Monroe, LA, will be held at 10:00AM Tuesday, November 13, 2007, at the Fifth Street Church of Christ in West Monroe with Rev. Danny Johnston officiating. Mrs. Jones passed away on November 8, 2007. Survivors include her husband, Danny Jones; four children, Joshua Sikes, Jessica Sikes, Jennifer Nowlin, and Jimmy Nowlin; granddaughter, Maleah Sikes; mother and step father, Dorothy and Roger Conley; sister, Marian Moxley and brother, Dean Conley. Online Registry/Condolences: www.Mulhearnfuneral home.com

MRS. FRANCES JEANETTE BURCH Riser Funeral Home Columbia, La. 71418 Funeral services for Mrs. Frances Jeanette Burch age 73 of Hebert, La. will be held 10:00 AM Monday November 12, 2007 from the Columbia Chapel of Riser Funeral Home. Officiating will be Rev. Larry Adkins. Interment will follow in the Welcome Home Cemetery at Grayson. Frances Jeanette Barron Burch was born on Sept. 24, 1934 at Monroe, La. and passed from this life on Friday Nov. 9, 2007 at Citizens Medical Center in Columbia. She was preceded in death by her parents Bill and Lucille McDonald, and by her son Jimmy Culpepper and her grandson Jason Graham. Survivors include her husband Paul Burch of Hebert. Four sons-Billy Culpepper & Bobby Dale Culpepper both of Hebert, LA Wesley Culpepper of Grayson, and Ronnie Culpepper of Slidell, LA Three daughters Susie Culpepper of Grayson, Debbie Ann Taylor of Hebert, and Elizabeth Brady of Slidell, LA Ten grand children and seven great grand children. The Burch Family will receive visitors on Sunday Nov 11 from 4:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 US Hwy 165, Columbia, LA.

WILLIAM (BILL) ARTHUR SHEPARD Waldron, AR Our Daddy, Bill Shepard, died Thursday, October 25, 2007 at Mercy Nursing Center in Waldron, Arkansas. He was 73 years of age. He was a retired welder and resident of Waldron, Arkansas and a native of Monroe, Louisiana. He was a graduate of Ouachita Parish High School, Class of 1953. He owned his own welding company in Lafayette, Louisiana before retirement. After retirement, he and his wife of 36 years relocated to North Arkansas in the heart of the Ouachita Mountains. He was a wonderful father, great friend and loved husband. A private family memorial service conducted by Father Mike Collins, will be held in his honor on November 17, 2007. He is survived by his wife Wanda M. Shepard of Waldron, Arkansas. He is also survived by his first wife and mother of their three daughters Syble McKay Shepard Ellen of Baton Rouge, Louisiana; daughter and son-in law, Margaret S. Broussard and Milton (Bubba) C. Broussard, Jr.; daughter and son-in-law, Sara S. Moody and Herman (Hank) N. Moody, Jr.; daughter and son-in-law, Nancy Shepard-Tarver and Craig Tarver all of Baton Rouge, Louisiana; sister and brother-in-law, Janet and Jack Calhoun of Houston, Texas; grandchildren, Emily and Charles (Charlie) Broussard and Christian Moody; niece and family, Sharon and Richard Bundy; nephew, Dan Calhoun. He is preceded in death by his parents; Howard W. Shepard, Sr. and Emma Fisher Shepard; brother, Howard W. Shepard, Jr.

Carrie Dell Dixon, 50
COLUMBIA — Carrie Dell Dixon, a home care sitter, died Friday. Arrangements are pending with Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Jason Carroll Fourmy, 39
BATON ROUGE — Jason Carroll Fourmy died Oct. 31. Memorial services are 1 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church, Vidalia. Internment will be at Comer Mausoleum, Ferriday.

Shirley Ann Hoenke, 64
RUSTON — Shirley Ann Hoenke, a Registered Nurse, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Pines Memorial Cemetery.

Edith Yvonne Holmes, 80
OLLA — Edith Yvonne Holmes, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at First Baptist Church of Olla. Visitation begins at 10 a.m. at the church. Burial will be in Olla Cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Micah Scott LeBlanc, 33
WILDSVILLE — Micah Scott LeBlanc died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Evangeline Baptist Church, Wildsville. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Monday at the church. Other arrangements are under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Mark A. Owen, M.D., 41
RUSTON — Mark A. Owen, a physician, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Tuesday at Dubach United Pentecostal Church. Visitation if 5-7 p.m. Monday at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Douglas Cemetery near Choudrant.

W. Lloyd Parrott, 68
W. Lloyd Parrott of West Monroe, a retired mortgage field representative, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery.

Wiley F. Wheeler Sr., 82
Wiley Franklin Wheeler Sr. of West Monroe, a retired employee of the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mount Vernon Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Freddie Wright, 62
TALLULAH — Freddie Wright died Friday. Arrangements are pending with Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Brendle, Mack Donald: 4 p.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Brown, Ruby: 1 p.m. today, Liberty Christian Center, Monroe.
Burch, Clayton Edmund "Clay": 2 p.m. today, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Bush, Jerry: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Lone Wa Baptist Church, Monroe.
Feazel, Jamie Marie Stevens: 3:30 p.m. today, Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.
Jenkins, Cedric L.: 1 p.m. Monday, Progressive Baptist Church, Monroe.
Jones, Kent: 11 a.m. Monday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Kennedy, Phyllis Ann: 2 p.m. today, Sibley Cemetery, Sibley.
Southern, Jo: 2 p.m. today, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Whitaker, Katherine Louise (Morgan): 2 p.m. today, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia

November 12, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

DAVID EDWIN FARMER ROSE-NEATH FUNERAL HOMES, INC. SOUTHSIDE CHAPEL, Shreveport, LA Shreveport, LA - It is with overwhelming sorrow that we announce the passing of this great man. David was born October 22, 1938 in Columbus, Ohio, and was the beloved only child of Edwin Lodge Farmer and Mary Elizabeth Abbott Farmer. His family lived in many cities until they settled in Ft. Worth, TX in his teen years. He graduated from Rice University with a Bachelor in Physics. Immediately after graduation he began a long and distinguished career with IBM. In 1963 he married his first wife. They settled in Shreveport, LA and had four children. David enjoyed being a father and took great pride in his children. He attended their many activities, gave sage advice, and offered them a steady hand and love during the changes and challenges of life. In 1991 he married the love of his life, Madelyn Faye Parker. They filled their marriage with travel, good works, and the company of many dear and wonderful friends. In 2000, David retired from IBM after 39 years and was finally able to indulge in his favorite pastime, golf. It was during his retirement that David felt called to the ministry. He became Minister of Congregational Care at Kings Highway Christian Church and was ordained in 2001. David was always available to his congregation, and counseled and supported church members through countless events, from weddings to baptisms to funerals. He especially enjoyed the youth program and became honorary "grandfather" to many children. David and Faye had recently returned from a trip to Seattle for a visit with his children where they enjoyed reminiscing, laughter, and each other's company. He suffered a stroke and passed away on November 10, 2007 with his beloved wife, four children, and church family by his side. He died rich in love and friendship, and his loss is deeply felt by the many, many people who love him. David filled his life with giving --- giving to his family, his friends, and his community with his time. It would be his wish that all who knew him give of themselves. David was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife Faye Parker Farmer and four children Kate Swiney and husband David of Richardson, TX; Beth Farmer Phillips and husband Tom of Seattle, WA; Mary Farmer Hayes and husband Major Sean Hayes of Dumfries, VA; and John Lodge Farmer of Prescott, AZ; and seven grandchildren Joseph, Sarah, and Jenna Swiney; Peyton and Garren Hayes; and Sofie Rose and Livia Mae Phillips. It is with gratitude that the family thanks the members of King Highway Christian Church for the love and support given to us during this difficult time. A special thank you to Rev. David Brice who never left the family's side, and Linda Dame and Robin Burgess who guided the family through many difficult decisions. The family would also like to thank the doctors and staff at Willis-Knighton Pierremont. Graveside services will be held November 13 at 1:00 PM at Mulhearn Memorial Park, 623 Hwy 80 East in Monroe. A celebration of his life will be held on November 14 at Kings Highway Christian Church in Shreveport. Family visitation will be at 9:00 AM followed by a memorial service at 11:00 AM. Honorary pallbearers are: John Birdsong Jr., Bill Bradford, Tom Collins, Linda Dame, Robert Dickinson, Paul Dupont, Judge Maury Hicks, Kay Jarratt, Tom Scates, Chris Thompson, Gabe Wilson, Josh Wilson, Dr. Dennis Wissing and the Elders of Kings Highway Christian Church. Memorials may be made to Kings Highway Christian Church Youth Program (806 Kings Hwy., Shreveport, 71104), Juliet Fowler Homes (1234 Abrams Rd., Dallas, 75214), or the charity of your choice.

GLYNN E HARGROVE Woody Funeral Home Richmond, VA Hargrove, Glynn E., 57, of Bedford, Va., went to be with our Lord on November 7, 2007. He was preceded in death by his father, Edsel B. Hargrove. He is survived by his wife, Carol F. Hargrove; his son, Sean Hargrove; his mother, Naomie C. Hargrove; his brother, Guy B. Hargrove; his sister, Lana J. Ruble; his two nephews, William T. Childress and Benjamin L. Childress; also a host of aunts, uncles and cousins all from West Monroe, LA. Glynn was employed by Weldsonix Inc. out of Houston, Texas, and was working in Rock Spring, WY at the time of his death. Glynn will be missed by those who loved him and we know that he is at peace. A family gathering will be held at the Parham Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, 1771 N. Parham Rd. from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Tuesday. A graveside service will be held Wednesday at 11:00 AM in Westhampton Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in honor of his mother Naomie Hargrove, to Alzheimers Association, 4600 Cox Rd, Suite 130, Glen Allen, VA. 23060.

Frances J. Burch, 73
HEBERT — Frances Jeanette Burch, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Burial will be in Welcome Home Cemetery, Grayson.

Hallie Beth Gravelle, 5
WINNSBORO — Hallie Beth Gravelle, daughter of Joe and Beth Ann Gravelle, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Shirley Ann Hoenke, 64
RUSTON — Shirley Ann Hoenke, a registered nurse, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Pines Memorial Cemetery. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service.

Dwain Howington Sr., 70
Dwain Leo Howington Sr. of West Monroe, a retired Century Tel tax manager, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at North Monroe Baptist Church. Burial will be in Faith Memorial Park Cemetery, Delhi, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Myrtle H. Washam, 94
Myrtle H. Washam of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Clotile Watson, 83
RUSTON — Clotile Watson, a drug store salesperson, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Owens Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will be 2 p.m. in Oak Grove Cemetery, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Dixie G. Young, 80
RUSTON — Dixie G. Young, a retired police officer, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Ansley Cemetery. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Bush, Jerry: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Lone Wa Baptist Church, Monroe.
Fourmy, Jason Carroll: 1 p.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church, Vidalia.
Hoenke, Shirley Ann: 2 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.
Jenkins, Cedric L.: 1 p.m. today, Progressive Baptist Church, Monroe.
Jones, Kent: 11 a.m. today, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
LeBlanc, Micah Scott: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Evangeline Baptist Church, Wildsville.
Owen, Dr. Mark A.: 1 p.m. Tuesday, Dubach United Pentecostal Church

November 13, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CDR DONALD DELOES LANCASTER, JR. (RET) Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville, LA CDR Donald Deloes Lancaster, Jr. (Ret), of Slidell, LA, passed away at home surrounded by his loving family, on Wednesday, November 7, 2007, at the age of 58. Born in Monroe, LA, he was a graduate of Tallulah High School, the University of Monroe, and the Naval Post Graduate School. He proudly served his country for 23 years before retiring as a U.S. Navy Commander in 1994. After a brief retirement, he returned as the Comptroller of the Naval Oceanographic Office. In the words of his Commanding Officer, "Don was a good man, a great friend, and a superb professional." He was preceded in death by his parents Donald Deloes Lancaster, Sr. and Eva Louise (Craig) Lancaster. He was the beloved father of Donald Deloes Lancaster III and Anthony Edward Lancaster. Father-in-law of Jennifer (Lestelle) Lancaster, devoted grandfather of Rosemary Louise Lancaster, and loving companion of Leah Levenson Palmer. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Don was interred in Rayville Masonic Cemetery in Rayville, LA. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to the charity of your choice. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of the Naval Oceanographic Office for their love and support during this difficult time. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

DOROTHY PHILLIPS MOCK Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside services for Mrs. Dorothy Phillips Mock (Dot) will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, November 14, 2007 at Monroe Memorial Park, Monroe, LA with Rev. Charles Martindale officiating. Under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Dorothy Phillips Mock (Dot) age 69, went to be with her Lord and Savior on the 11th of November 2007 after a lengthy illness. She was a former Ouachita Parish School P.E. Teacher and girl's basketball coach at West Monroe for many years. Dot was born in West Monroe on the 14th of July 1938 to Cary and Martha Phillips. Survivors include her husband, James E. Mock of West Monroe, son and daughter-in-law Larry and Candy Mock, daughter, Debra Mock, grandsons Logan and Jackson Mock, granddaughters Alex and Brister Curry and special family friend and caregiver Jody Rogers. Memorials may be made to the Baptist Children's Home, Ouachita Parish Humane Society or First Baptist Church West Monroe. Visitation will be Tuesday, November 13, 2007 from 5PM until 7PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

MRS. MYRTLE HART WASHAM Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Myrtle Hart Washam, 94, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 10:00 AM Wednesday, November 14, 2007, at College Place Baptist Church with Rev. Charles Headrick officiating. Interment will follow at 2:00 PM at Oak Grove Cemetery in Oak Grove, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Washam was born in Girard, LA on September 28, 1913 and passed away on Sunday, November 11, 2007, at Avalon Place Nursing Home following a brief illness. Mrs. Washam was a charter member of Transylvania Baptist Church in Transylvania, LA and joined College Place Baptist Church in 1988 after moving to Monroe. She lived at McKeen Plaza until she went to Avalon Place in 2003. Mrs. Washam was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great-great grandmother. Mrs. Washam was preceded in death by her parents, William Ralph and Martha Jane Hart; her husband of fifty-five years, John M. Washam; son, Don Washam; granddaughter, Karen Kaye Beck; five sisters, and six brothers. Mrs. Washam is survived by her son, Murray Washam and wife, Blanche of Newellton; daughter, Annie Ruth Beck and husband, Thomas of Monroe; daughter, Pat Muirhead and husband, Bob of Monroe; son, Darrell Washam and wife, Jane of Monroe; thirteen grandchildren, twenty-three great grandchildren, three great-great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews, and a special friend, Dorothy Rachal. Pallbearers will be Barry Washam, Kenneth Beck, Kevin Washam, Donnie Washam, Jimmy Hart, and David Phelps. Honorary pallbearers will be her great grandsons. Visitation will be Tuesday, November 13, 2007, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe and Wednesday from 9:00 AM until service time at College Place Baptist Church. The family would like to thank Dr. Dickie Vines for his long-time care of Mrs. Washam and Dr. Stacy Conville for the recent care of her. They also thank the nurses and staff of Avalon Place Nursing Home for their excellent care of Mrs. Washam the past four years and Patient's Choice Hospice for their care these last few days. Memorials may be made to College Place Baptist Church, 301 Sherrouse Avenue, Monroe, LA 71203, or to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home, P.O. Box 4196, Monroe, LA 71211. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MRS. NETTIE "JO" THOMPSON FREEMAN Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Mrs. Nettie "Jo" Thompson Freeman of Calhoun, LA passed away at the age of 79. She was a retired Data Entry Clerk, and was a member of Calhoun First Baptist Church and Hope Sunday School Class. She was preceded in death by her husband, Aubrey Freeman; daughter, Gayla Barber Freeman; her father, Jewel Thompson; mother, Ernestene Dickerson Thompson; step-mother, Ila Mae Long Thompson; and sister, Judy Smith. She leaves a son, Lester Freeman and wife Kathy of Long Beach , CA; daughter, Kimber and husband Tim Hoy of Aptos, CA; son, Scott Freeman, of Aptos, CA; five grandchildren, Chad and Krystle Freeman, Ian, Josh and Ashley Hoy; five sisters & brother-in-laws; one brother and sister-in-law and nieces and nephews. Jo was also "Me Me" to two special boys, Ben & Grant Edwards, who meant a lot to her. The family will receive friends on Friday, November 16, 2007 at 9:00 AM, memorial services will follow visitation at 10:00 AM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Rev. Neil Everett will be officiating. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to St. Jude Hospital for Children. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

Laverne Abernathy, 92
RUSTON — Laverne Abernathy, a Pearce Lumber secretary, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Temple Baptist Church, Ruston, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

George B. Ferrington, 77
CHOUDRANT — George B. Ferrington died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Pines Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Ruston.

Hallie Beth Gravelle, 5
WINNSBORO — Hallie Beth Gravelle, daughter of Joe and Beth Ann Gravelle, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at First United Methodist Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in Harris Cemetery, near Winnsboro, under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Gestine P. Hendricks, 69
DALLAS, Texas — Gestine Pleasant Hendricks, formerly of Winnsboro, a housewife, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Greater New Zion Baptist Church, Dallas, Texas. Wake services are 6-7 p.m. today at Pleasant Star Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is 7:15-8:15 p.m. Wednesday at Golden Gate Funeral Home, Dallas, Texas. Burial will be in Fort Worth National Cemetery.

Earnistine F. Houston, 73
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Earnistine F. Houston, a retired schoolteacher, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence.

Cynthia Ann M. Jones, 46
Cynthia Ann Martin Jones died Nov. 3. Services are 10 a.m. today at Fifth Street Church of Christ, West Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Myrtle Hoben Norman, 97
DELHI — Myrtle Hoben Coats Norman, a retired postmaster, died Monday. Services are 3 p.m. Wednesday at Dunn Baptist Church, Delhi. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Delhi Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

James Allen Parrot, 45
WINNSBORO — James Allen Parrot, a truck driver for Corbitt Manufacturing, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Jimmy C. Roberts, 69
DELHI — Jimmy C. Roberts, a machinist, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Lisbon Methodist Church, Lisbon. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Homer. Burial will be in Lisbon Cemetery.

Eloise Vigg, 86
Eloise Vigg of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Bush, Jerry: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Lone Wa Baptist Church, Monroe.
Fourmy, Jason Carroll: 1 p.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church, Vidalia.
LeBlanc, Micah Scott: 10 a.m. today, Evangeline Baptist Church, Wildsville.
Owen, Dr. Mark A.: 1 p.m. today, Dubach United Pentecostal Church.
Watson, Clotile: 10 a.m. Thursday, Owens Memorial Funeral Home, Ruston

November 14, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

BENNIE T. NALLEY Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Bennie T. Nalley 85 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday November 15, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA, with Rev. Larry Hibbard officiating. Interment to follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Nalley was born March 20, 1922 in Gurdon, Arkansas and passed away November 12, 2007 in West Monroe, LA. He served 9 years in The United States Army during World War II and the Korean War. Mr. Nalley was a production engineer for Bancroft Bag Corp. and International Paper Company, working in the paper industry over 40 years. He was an avid baseball fan and played minor league baseball in the early 1940's. Mr. Nalley loved the flowers he had in his yard and also loved working in his work shop. Mr. Nalley is survived by his wife of 61 years, Estelle Rowe Nalley; daughters, Beverly Ann Mosley and T. K. Waugh; son, Sam C. Nalley; sister, Melba Roberts; brother, Virgil Nalley; granddaughters, Nikki Mosley, Lynde Eastman, Chesney Eastman and Cheyenne Bradley; grandsons, Wade Mosley, Cole Nalley, and Chase Eastman. Pallbearers will be, Wade Mosley, Cole Nalley, Chase Eastman, James Mosley, Jamie Waugh, and Keith Tippen. Honorary pallbearers will be Roland Carter, Ryan Breen and Johnny Diaz. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Contributions to the Dixie Youth Baseball in West Monroe or The Arkansas Travelers in Little Rock, Arkansas preferred. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

DENNIS SHELL Southern Funeral Home Winnfield, LA Funeral services for Dennis Shell will be held 2:00 PM Thursday, November 15, 2007, in the First United Methodist Church of Winnfield with the Reverend Mark Goins officiating. Burial will follow in the Garden of Memories Cemetery under the direction of Southern Funeral Home of Winnfield. Friends may visit with the family in the funeral home on Wednesday, November 14, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM and on Thursday at the funeral home from 8:00 AM until 12:00 PM. Mr. Shell was born June 12, 1920, in Winnfield, Louisiana, and died Monday, November 12, in Winn Parish Medical Center. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dudley Floyd and Della Peters Shell; his twin brother, Denton Shell; and his sister, Doris Shell. He is survived by his wife of fifty-nine years, Sara Jackson Shell; his daughters Fran Walton and Jan Beville; four grandchildren, Matt Walton of Winnfield; Sara Crossland of El Dorado, AR; Denise Brown of Huntsville, AL; and Jared Beville of Bossier City; five great-grandchildren, Sydney Jeanne and Jackson Crossland, VA and Benjamin Brown, and Thomas Walton; his sister, Dorothy Shell, and his brother, Dudley P. Shell. Mr. Shell was graduated from Winnfield High School and attended Louisiana Tech until he joined the United States Air Force; he was stationed on the Island of Guam during World War II. He was owner and editor of the Winnfield News American newspaper, bookkeeper for Brewton Hardware and Brewton Butane, and a life and health insurance agent from 1967 until his retirement. Mr. Shell was a member of the First United Methodist Church, the Wesley Young Adults Sunday School Class, United Methodist Men, Gideons International, the Lions Club, and the Azalea Drive Husbands' Association. He was a 32nd Degree mason and a member of the Eastern Star Lodge No. 151 F&AM.

DOROTHY ELOISE HARRISON VIGG Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Services for Dorothy Eloise Harrison Vigg, of Monroe, will be held at 3:00 PM Wednesday, November 14, 2007, at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel with Don Delukie officiating under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Vigg was born on August 4, 1921 and passed away on Monday, November 12, 2007, at her home following a lengthy illness. A long-time resident of Monroe, Mrs. Vigg was a member of Jackson Street Church of Christ. A loving wife, the greatest and most fun mother there ever was, she shared a special bond with her grandchildren and loved her great grandchildren very much. She loved to cook and bake cakes, and she created wonderful flower arrangements and corsages for all. Mrs. Vigg was preceded in death by her parents, Lonnie and Maymie Harrison; her sister, Lorraine Herrmann; and her brother, Gerald Harrison. Survivors include her husband of sixty-seven years, Earl H. Vigg; daughters, Dottie Moses and husband John, and Sandra Daniel and husband Billy; granddaughter, Sandy McClain and husband Denny, Sherri McFadden and husband Michael, and Elizabeth Moses and her fiancé Noah; grandsons, John Moses and wife Stacey, and Patrick Daniel and wife Patti; and great grandchildren, Mamie and John David Moses and their mother Lynelle, Ashton McClain, Olivia and Sydney McFadden, and Blake and Spencer Daniel. Visitation will be Wednesday from 2:00 PM until service time at the Mausoleum Chapel. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Hospice and our loving caregivers, Sherry, Clara, Sandra, and Becky. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, or to Jackson Street Church of Christ. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com.

HALLIE BETH GRAVELLE Gill First National Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA A service celebrating the life of Miss Hallie Beth Gravelle will be held Thursday, November 15, 2007 at 10:00 A.M. in the First United Methodist Church in Winnsboro, Louisiana with Reverends Hank Hamilton, Bill Moon and Harry Boyd officiating. Interment will follow in Harris Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Hallie was born in Monroe, Louisiana on February 9, 2002. She passed away on November 11, 2007 in Memphis, Tennessee. Though her years with her loving family and friends were few in number, the dramatic influence she invoked on all she came to know was far greater than could be measured by time. Hallie's gentle, sweet spirit spread to everyone she came in contact with. Though she was often facing circumstances that were far from pleasant, she always managed to find a sweet smile and positive attitude to deal with whatever she was facing. Hallie loved to dance and sing her way through life. She did not need an audience or a planned setting. She only needed music for her inspiration, and her enthusiasm would bring smiles to anyone who had the privilege to be watching. She took great pleasure at the big age of five in being a member of the Franklin Academy Sassy Steppers dance team. She was dancing at pep rallies between trips to Memphis for medical care, but to Hallie, the dancing was far more important than the trips to Memphis. Her life was filled with activity. She was a proud member of Miss Tommy Church's School of Dance. She participated in her first recital this past summer. She loved to play tee-ball. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church, and she participated in vacation bible school, Sunday school classes, and church nursery activities. Hallie adored her brother, Harrison, and they passed many hours together playing in their yard. Swinging was one of the things that Hallie most enjoyed. This summer marked her first trip to the beach. She played in the sand and ocean for many hours. She was an avid LSU fan just like the rest of her family. Hallie loved to swim. She enjoyed many happy times at the lake this summer with her friends and family. Hallie loved to draw and color. She colored and drew many pictures for some of her favorite people in the past several days and weeks. Her life was full, and she gave her love to all around her. Because of this blessed child, many lives have been touched and changed forever. Her courage and spirit have been a living testimony to the treasure of life. Hallie's parents would like to express their deep gratitude to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. The care extended, not only to Hallie but also to her family, cannot be measured. They especially want to express their heartfelt appreciation to Dr. Wayne Furman, his Nurse Practitioner, Sandy Kovach; Nicole Thomas, the team of D Clinic, and the nurses and support staff on the second floor of the hospital. They traveled this journey from beginning to end with Hallie and her family, always giving their love and guidance. Hallie shared her life with her parents Beth Ann and Joe, her brother Harrison, and her grandmothers, Carolyn Pailette and Mary Alice Gravelle, and great-grandmother Frances McCoy. Her grandfathers Joe M. Gravelle and Charles Pailette were waiting for Hallie in Heaven and are now enjoying her happy spirit. Her family was filled with loving aunts, uncles, and many cousins: Karen P. Turner and her children, Sully and Sage; Amy and Tom Montgomery; Charles and Debbie Cascio, and Heather; Paul and Debra Gravelle and their children, Mary Beth and Chas. Hallie's life was also filled with so many special friends, far too numerous to name. Teachers, classmates, babysitters, Sunday school teachers, there are so many people who played an important part in her very busy life. The influence of these mentors is beyond measure. Beth Ann and Joe will receive visitors in the Sanctuary of the First United Methodist Church in Winnsboro on Wednesday, November 14, 2007 from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Pallbearers will be Sam Branco, Charles Cascio, Tom Montgomery, Bryan Morgan, Brent Webb and Randy Woods. The family asks that in lieu of flowers memorial gifts be made to the First United Methodist Church, 1502 West St., Winnsboro, LA 71295 or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 332 N. Lauderdale, Memphis, Tennessee 38103. Online condolences may be made at www.gillfirstnational.com.

JOHN D. "DANNY" MYERS Wilbert Funeral Home Plaquemine , LA Services for John D. "Danny" Myers 57 of Plaquemine will be held Thursday November 15, 2007 at 10:00 AM at the First Baptist Church of Sicily Island, LA, interment will follow at Highland Cemetery. Mr. Myers a native of Wisner, LA passed away Monday November 12, 2007. Visitation will be held Tuesday 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Wilbert Funeral Home in Plaquemine, LA, and 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM Wednesday as well as 8:00 AM until time of service at the First Baptist Church of Sicily Island. Mr. Myers is surived by his wife, Bert Myers; his parents Mr. and Mrs. Walter Myers, Sr; a daughter Wendy LeRay; a son Standly Myers; two sisters Cecilia Ann Hoffman, Johnnie Mae Grubbs and husband Mitchell; one brother Walter R. Myers, Jr. and wife Jackie; three grandchildren, Kai Dang, Breanna LeRay and Krystal LeRay. Pallbearers will be Joseph Avant, Bobby Chapman, Ricky Carlin, Matthew Myers, Chad Grubbs and Mitch Grubbs.

KATHLEEN M. JONES Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Kathleen M. Jones, 84, of Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thursday, November 15, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA with Rev. Paul Cascio and Dr. Alan Miller officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe, LA. Mrs. Jones died November 13, 2007 at her residence. Mrs. Jones was a member of the Emmanuel Baptist Church in Monroe, LA. She was retired from Northeast Louisiana University. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother to all of her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Mr. W. R. Jones. Survivors: Daughters, Brenda Rosedale and husband, David; and Sharon Dunn and husband, Jimmy; and Son, Greg Jones and wife, Pam; Grandchildren, Dr. Bryan Rosedale and wife, Bridget, Stacey Rosedale, Jason Dunn, and Ryan Jones; Great Grandchildren, Landon, Braden and Laney; 3 sisters, Lynn, Mildred and Bo; Special Caregivers, Flora Orange and all of her family, and Ida Foster. Pallbearers will be Joey Jones, Regan Jones, Gary Jones, Danny Jones, Ronnie Osbon and Dr. Bryan Rosedale. Honorary Pallbearers will be Jason Dunn, Rob Garner, Chris Allums and Ryan Jones. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com.

LORRAINE BARNETT MONROE Cox Funeral Home Oak Grove, LA Funeral services for Lorraine Barnett Monroe, age 86, of Oak Grove, Louisiana will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Thursday, November 15, 2007 at Cox Funeral Home Chapel in Oak Grove. Reverends Jimmie Herring and Carl Gulde will officiate. Burial will follow in the Oak Grove Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Oak Grove. Mrs. Monroe died Tuesday, November 13, 2007 at Carroll Nursing Home in Oak Grove. Mrs. Monroe was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on June 8, 1921 while her father was working as a brick mason in the area. She graduated from Oak Grove High School in 1938. Lorraine was a lifelong member of the First Baptist Church in Oak Grove, where her grandparents were charter members. Mrs. Monroe was a member of the Eastern Star, Guiding Star #66 and a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Mrs. Monroe was a retired secretary, having worked for the Selective Service and the Department of Veteran's Affairs during WWII, Korea, and the Vietnam War years. She served as secretary of the First Baptist Church for many years. While living in Shreveport, Louisiana, Lorraine worked as the assistant to the manager of Shreveport Downtown Airport. Upon their retirement, she and her husband, H. T., returned to reside in Oak Grove. She is preceded in death by her husband, H. T. Monroe; her parents, Walter Amis Barnett and Julia Clara Berry Barnett; and sister-in-law, Bernyce "Sissy" Harvey. She is survived by son and daughter-in-law, Herman and Theresa Monroe of Lake Providence, Louisiana; daughter and son-in-law, Harriet and John Miller of Palm Harbor, Florida; granddaughter, Michelle Waits of Lake Providence; grandson and his wife, Asa and Mandee Monroe of Pasa Robles, California; brother, Sidney Barnett of Oak Grove; brother and sister-in-law, Bobby and Paulette Barnett of Oak Grove; nephew, Mark Barnett of Oak Grove; niece, Manda Lieb of Monroe, Louisiana; niece, Sally Danley of Natchitoches, Louisiana; and 2 great grandchildren. Pallbearers are: Mike Stoll, Ronald Bedenbender, Jack Smith, Jerry Harper, Jimbo Herring, and Joe Chatman. Honorary Pallbearers are: Thurman Pippens, John Wesley Smith, Excel Hankins, Skippy Smith, Billy Wasson, Alvin Sullivan, and Jessie Craft. Family will receive friends on Wednesday, November 14, 2007 between the hours of 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at Cox Funeral Home in Oak Grove. To leave condolences to the family www.coxfuneral.com.

MYRTLE HOBEN COATS NORMAN Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Myrtle Hoben Coats Norman was born September 14, 1910, in Dunn, Louisiana to Thomas and Madeline Messenger Hoben. She departed this life for her heavenly home on Monday, November 12, 2007. She was preceded in death by her parents and her siblings: Harry Hoben, Jimmy Hoben, Ruth McKibbens, Billie Cruisenberry, Helen Mayes, an infant brother, and by her husbands, Carson Coats and R.L. Norman. Myrtle graduated from Delhi High School in 1927 and from the Shreveport Charity Hospital School of Nursing RN program in 1932. It was during this era that "times were hard", so she did private duty nursing. In 1935, she was offered and accepted the position of postmaster at the Dunn post office. She remained there until her retirement in 1971. At this time, she was able to pursue her favorite past time, fishing. She enjoyed her fishing camp on Yucatan and later on Toledo Bend and could be seen running her bass boat on the lakes. She was a die hard Saints and Astro fan. Myrtle had a fantastic memory and people enjoyed listening to stories about the flood of '27, the baseball games at Sacksonia in the 1930s, and the thriving sawmill town that Dunn once was. If anyone needed to know a bit of history about the Dunn area, they would call her. She was a faithful of Dunn Baptist Church. She was also a member of Lee Emmett Thomas Chapter Order of the Eastern Star. She is survived by a daughter, Kathleen Coats Parker and husband, Charles of Delhi, her granddaughter, Melanie Parker of The Woodlands, Texas. Other survivors include a special nephew, Tom Doggett of West Monroe, special niece, Jane Jones and husband, Bob of Cedar Park, Texas, their daughter, Kim Connor and husband, Ryan, and children, Cole, Case, and Karlie. Also, nephews, Harry Hoben and Ronnie Hoben, and nieces, Rose Collier and Hazel Calvert and one cousin, Alma Slack of Plain Dealing. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM, Wednesday, November 14, 2007 at Dunn Baptist Church with Rev. Bernard Duchesne and Rev. Eddie Fuller officiating. Interment will follow in the Delhi Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home in Rayville, LA. Pallbearers will be Melton Ringle, Clayton Cooper, Jr., Troy Thomas, Paul Wells, James Ogles, and Wayne Edwards. Visitation will be 1:30 PM until service time Wednesday at Dunn Baptist Church. Any planned memorials may be made to Dunn Baptist Church, 1474 Hwy 80, Delhi, LA 71232, or Louisiana Baptist Children's Home. The family would like to thank Dr. Paul Grandon and the nurses and staff of the Delhi Hospital for their care and dedication to "Miss" Myrtle. A special thank you to the staff of Richland Manor Nursing Home. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneral homes.com.

Sarah Greene Berry, 85
GRAMBLING — Sarah Greene Berry, a retired librarian, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Lewis Temple CME Church, Grambling. Visitation is 2-4:45 p.m. Thursday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Pioneer Cemetery, Hawkins, Texas.

Doris Billberry Elliott, 86
DUBACH — Doris Billberry Elliott died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at First Baptist Church, Dubach. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the church. Burial will be in Hamilton Church, Dubach under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Jimmy Manning, 52
Jimmy Manning of West Monroe died Nov. 5. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Olive Branch Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Monroe City Cemetery under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Dorothy Phillips Mock, 69
Dorothy Phillips Mock of West Monroe, a teacher, died Sunday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery,
Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Lorraine B. Monroe, 86
OAK GROVE — Lorraine Barnett Monroe, a U.S. Selective Service clerk, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery.

Jason Morries, 33
TALLULAH — Jason Morries died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Skippy E. Schneider, 57
Skippy Endsley Schneider of West Monroe, a musician, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Artis Strong, 82
HOMER — Artis Strong died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery, Homer.

Eloise Vigg, 86
Eloise Vigg of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 3 p.m. today at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery Mausoleum, Monroe. Visitation is 2 p.m. until time of services today at the mausoleum. Burial will be in the cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Myrtle H. Washam, 94
Myrtle H. Washam of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at College Place Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time today at the church. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Oak Grove under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Bush, Jerry: 11 a.m. today, Lone Wa Baptist Church, Monroe.
Ferrington, George B.: 10 a.m. Thursday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.
Fourmy, Jason Carroll: 1 p.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church, Vidalia.
Gravelle, Hallie Beth: 10 a.m. Thursday, First United Methodist Church, Winnsboro.
Hendricks, Gestine: 11 a.m. Thursday, Greater New Zion Baptist Church, Dallas.
Norman, Myrtle Hoben Coats: 3 p.m. today, Dunn Baptist Church.
Roberts, Jimmy C.: 2 p.m. Friday, Lisbon Methodist Church.
Watson, Clotile: 10 a.m. Thursday, Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Rusto

November 15 , 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CLOTILE GUIMBELLOT WATSON Owens Memorial Chapel Ruston, LA Funeral services for Clotile Guimbellot Watson, 83, of Ruston will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, November 15, 2007 at Owens Memorial Chapel with Rev. Gill Arthur officiating. Graveside services will follow at 2:00 PM in Oak Grove Cemetery in Winnsboro with Rev. Clovis Sturdivant officiating under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Ruston. Clotile Gumbellot Watson was born March 2, 1924 in Winnsboro, LA to the union of Julius and Evelean Guimbellot. She grew up in Winnsboro, LA and graduated from Winnsboro High School. She married Morgan Watson in Winnsboro, LA which ended in divorce in 1965. They had two children Lou Ann Watson Stryker and Morgan Danny Watson. Mrs. Watson was a faithful member of Oak Grove Baptist Church in Winnsboro during her younger years and Cook Baptist Church in Ruston, LA. Her love and caring for family and friends was always an out reach and witness for her love of the Lord. She was employed by Corner Drug Store (formerly Cupp Drug Store) for 32 years until retirement and was an avid sports fan watching baseball and football on TV and knew the players names, especially the Atlanta Braves. She had a great talent in making things grow and was always giving plants to family and friends. In her final days she would crochet and make small items as gifts for all those that touched her life in a special way. Mrs. Watson is survived by her daughter: Ann Watson Stryker and her husband Dee of Montrose, CO; four grandchildren: Michael Miles and wife Tammy; Scott Miles; Steven Watson and wife Rebecca and Deanna Watson Williams and husband Joe; four great-grandchildren: Morgan and Madison Williams, Grant and Caroline Watson; sisters: Lucy Loflin of Tallulah, LA, Janie Williams and Evelyn Roberts both of Winnsboro, LA; brother: Bud Guimbellot of Monroe, LA. She is preceded in death by her parents, three brothers, one sister and her son Danny. Mrs. Watson was a lady who loved her family very much and leaves them with a legacy of love and faithfulness to her God. Visitation will be Wednesday, November 14, 2007 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Owens Memorial Chapel in Ruston. Memorials may be made to Cook Baptist Church playground equipment fund. To leave an on-line memorial message, please visit www.owensmemorialfuneralhome.com.

DURWARD EDWARD "DEE" BROWN, JR. YOUNGS FUNERAL HOME JONESVILLE, LA Funeral service for Durward Edward "Dee" Brown, Jr. of Jonesville Louisiana, former businessman and community leader died Wednesday Nov 14th after a lengthy illness at his home Mayo Plantation, surrounded by his family will be as follows. Funeral will be held at Friday November, 16, 2007 at the Trinity Presbyterian Church in Jonesville, LA with Rev's Melodie Long and Clyde Ray Webber officiating. Interment will follow in Heard Cemetery in Manifest, LA under the Direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville. Mr. Brown was a life long resident and businessman of Jonesville, Louisiana and Catahoula Parish and a member of the Trinity Presbyterian Church. In past years Mr. Brown held various civic and leadership positions including: President , Jonesville Jaycees; President, Louisiana Seedmans Association; President, Louisiana Soybean Festival; Chairman of the Catahoula Parish Hospital Board; Past member of the Louisiana Cattlemen's Association; and Deacon in the Trinity Presbyterian Church. Mr. Brown worked in the family business known as Brown Brothers for over 40 years starting as a child delivering groceries for Brown Brothers Wholesale Grocery in 1945. Brown Brothers operated retail stores in Jonesville, Harrisonburg, Jena, and Olla quickly becoming a household name. In 1956, after graduating from Mississippi State University in Seed Technology and Agriculture, Mr. Brown joined the family business. He came to be known as one of the most knowledgeable agricultural persons in Catahoula and Concordia parishes. In 1958, the Browns opened the first grain elevator in the area and the growing of soybeans was introduced as a profitable crop. In 1966 Brown Brothers opened the fertilizer mixing plant servicing farmers in many parishes. Brown Brothers grew to be one of the largest Garden Centers in the area offering feed, seed, hardware, garden supplies, fertilizer, and custom seed cleaning. In 1997, Mr. Brown began to work as an independent cotton consultant and later for the Louisiana Department of Agriculture with the Cotton Bowevil Eradication Program. Mr. Brown served his country with eight years in the Army Reserve. Mr. Brown was preceded in death by his parents Durward E. Brown, Sr. and Alpha Webb Brown. Survivors include: his wife Mickie Nasif Brown, four sons: Durward (Eddie) Brown, III, of Jacksonville, FL, William (Bill) Brown of Jonesville, LA, Michael (Mike) Brown of Chicago, IL, Zane Nasif Brown of Birmingham, AL, and one daughter: Brittain Marie Brown of Baton Rouge, LA, seven grandchildren, two great grandchildren, one brother-in-law: George Nasif of Natchez, MS, and one niece and nephew. Pallbearers will be Buddy Davis, Randy Boughton, Cleve Womack, J.S. Fairbanks, Jason Tiser, and Mike Venable. Honorary pallbearers will be Fred Parish, Bill Avery, H.C. White, A.L. "Petie" Moore, LeRoy Paul, Jimmie Jones, Leo Boothe, Charlie Venable, Morris Wilson & Al Boughton. The family will receive friends at Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville Thursday November 15, 2007 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM. To leave an online condolence please visit www.youngsfh.com

MRS. MARIE MORRIS MCNABB Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Marie Morris McNabb, 68, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, November 16, 2007, at Rowland Road Baptist Church with Rev. Norman Bryant and Rev. John Yates officiating. Interment will be at 1:00 PM at Lone Cherry Cemetery in Mangham, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. McNabb passed away Tuesday, November 13, 2007, at St. Francis Medical Center. She was a member of Rowland Road Baptist Church. Her life was her church, her children, and her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Earl Gordon Morris, Sr.; and son, Steven Randall Morris. Survivors include her husband, Rick McNabb; daughter, Julie Bradshaw and husband John; sons, Stan Morris and wife Nancy, and "Bubba" Morris and wife Debbie; nine grandchildren, and three great grandchildren. Visitation will be Thursday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

SKIPPY ENDSLEY SCHNEIDER Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Memorial services for Skippy Endsley Schneider, age 57 of West Monroe Louisiana will be held at 2:00 PM Friday, November 16, 2007 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. A eulogy honoring Skip's life will be given by her family members. Skip died November 13, 2007 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center following a lengthily illness. Skippy was born to Ralph and Laura Tillman Endsley on August 14, 1950 at Monroe, Louisiana. In addition to Louisiana, Skip lived in Florida, Texas, California, New York, North Carolina, but her favorite place on earth was Fairbanks, Alaska. She loved the cold and snow and was never content in warm weather. Because her father was in the Air Force, Skip was able to travel throughout the United States, including a trip she and her family made driving from Fairbanks, Alaska to Tampa, Florida. Skip was the "Dental Poster Child" for our region, and she continued to light up a room with her beautiful smile throughout her life. As a teenager she was a Demolay sweetheart, rainbow girl, and a member of the West Monroe High school band where she played the e flat clarinet. Skip attended Northeast Louisiana University (ULM), where she was music major, with an emphasis on composition. She was a member of the Sound of Today band where she played the b flat clarinet. In addition to playing the clarinet, Skip also played the flute, piano, banjo, and dulcimer. Skip was a musician, artist, historian, draftsman, avid reader, story teller, and a superior intellect. Skip was preceded in death by her husband, Lomax Anderson, father, Ralph Endsley, grandmother Ruby Tillman, cousins Drucilla Steiger, and Butch Tillman. Skippy is survived by her children, Amy Kovalchick, Patrick Anderson, Jessica Schneider; her mother, Laura Endsley; grandchildren Savannah and Gunner Williams; great grandchild Avyanna Williams; her sisters Julia Tipton and husband Barry, Dr. Jane Wilson, and husband Dr. Ed Wilson; nieces Amanda Hendry, Morgan Strong; nephews, Zachary Lee and Dane Strong; ex-husband Lowry Schneider; cousins Michael Price and husband Lynn, Margaret Baker, and husband Quincy. In lieu of flowers memorial may be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital or American Lung Association. Visitation will be 1:00 PM until service time, Friday, November 16, 2007 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Goodbye our beautiful girl. I'll make a cup of tea, read Owen Meany one more time, and think about all of the adventures we had together. Love you always. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

WILLIE LEA BEALL BRUMFIELD PHILLIPS Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Willie Lea Beall Brumfield Phillips will be at 10:00 AM Saturday, November 17, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. John Mark Little officiating. Interment will follow in Crowville Masonic Cemetery in Crowville, LA. Our mother, Willie Lea Beall Brumfield Phillips of Monroe, passed from this life on November 8, 2007, at 76 years of age, surrounded by the love of her family and under the watchful care of the doctors and nurses in the CCU at St. Francis Medical Center. Mama was a breast cancer survivor of 11 years. She met many health challenges along the way with faith and valor. Her life is an inspiration to her family and friends. She is preceded in death by her husband, Sherman A. Phillips, Sr., and her father and mother, Maloy and Maggie Beall. She is survived by her children, Donna Williams of Monroe, Mike Brumfield and his wife, Jane, of Hastings, East Sussex, U.K., and Steve Brumfield and his wife, Kathy, of Monroe, and by her sister, Faye Simmons and her husband, Sonny, of Monroe. She is also survived by her step-children, Sherman "Rip" Phillips, Jr. and his fiancé, Marion Livingston, of Lubbock, Texas, Wayne Phillips and his wife, Christie, of Winnsboro, and Robert Phillips and his wife, Cheryl, of Lafayette. Mother also leaves behind eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. We will all miss her. Pallbearers will be Joe Doughty, Stan Ezell, James McGraw, Kenny Hickingbottom, Woody Williams, and Emmett Richardson. Honorary pallbearers will be Jerry Sandifer and Perry Eppinette. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Phillips made many friends since relocating to Monroe from Winnsboro in 2001, many of them the patients and staff at Monroe Kidney Center and at Oncology Associates of Monroe. Her family would like to express their thanks to the staff of each of these organizations for the years of compassionate, competent service they provided to her. Thanks also go to the office of Dr. Keith Calhoun and to Gardner Foot Clinic in Monroe where Mrs. Willie found friendship and care as well. Memorials may be made to the Louisiana Cancer Foundation. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com.

Thomas J. Benjamin, 72
Thomas J. Benjamin of Monroe, a medical supply salesman, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Antioch Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. today at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia City Cemetery, Monroe.

James Robert Dowling, 59
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. — James Robert "Jim" Dowling died Monday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. today at Greenwood Cemetery, Ruston under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Doris Billberry Elliott, 86
DUBACH — Doris Billberry Elliott died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at First Baptist Church, Dubach. Burial will be in Hamilton Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

William Emerson, 78
LAKE PROVIDENCE — William Emerson, a mechanic, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. today at China Grove Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. today at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in church cemetery.

Clyde Luther Heard, 50
FARMERVILLE — Clyde Luther Heard, a truck driver, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Spearsville. Visitation is 4-6 p.m. Sunday at Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Blanche Odelia Jones, 93
VIDALIA — Blanche Odelia Jones, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Natchez (Miss.) City Cemetery.

John Edward Martin Jr., 85
John Edward "Jack" Martin Jr., a retired engineer, died Nov. 8. Memorial services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Lakeshore Baptist Church, Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is following the service at 503 Connie Lynne Drive, Monroe.

Marie Morris McNabb, 68
Marie Morris McNabb of Monroe, a retired secretary, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Rowland Road Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Lone Cherry Cemetery, Mangham under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

John Morehead, 87
John Morehead of Monroe, a truck driver, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at King Solomon Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Monroe.

Dorothy Jean Outley, 53
DETROIT, Mich. — Dorothy Jean Outley, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Mount Gilead Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Willie B. Phillips, 76
Willie Lea Beall Brumfield Phillips of Monroe, a retired bank teller, died Nov. 8. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Crowville Masonic Cemetery.

Albert Price, 87
Albert Price, a construction worker, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Greater New Hope Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Oakley Cemetery, Wisner.

Skippy E. Schneider, 57
Skippy Endsley Schneider of West Monroe, a musician, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time today at the funeral home.

Robert C. Temple Jr., 77
GILBERT — Robert C. "Poss" Temple Jr., a retired truck driver, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Harris Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Freddie Lee Wright, 62
TALLULAH — Freddie Lee Wright died Nov. 9. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Matthew A.M.E. Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Tallulah.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Berry, Sarah Greene: 10 a.m. today, Lewis Temple CME Church, Grambling.
Copeland, Preston C.: 10 a.m. today, Cypress Creek Baptist Church, Dodson.
Dixon, Carrie Dell: 1 p.m. Saturday Brownville Baptist Church, Columbia.
Elliott, Doris Billberry: 2 p.m. today, First Baptist Church, Dubach.
Freeman, Nettie "Joe" Thompson: 10 a.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Fourmy, Jason Carroll: 1 p.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church, Vidalia.
Graham, Jennie: 11 a.m. Monday, Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence.
Houston, Earnestine: 11 a.m. Saturday, First Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Johnson, Bobby Joe: 11 a.m. today, Concord Cemetery, Marion.
Lawrence, Emmitt: 11 a.m. Saturday, Shiloh Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Manning, Jimmy: 1 p.m. Saturday, Olive Branch Baptist Church, West Monroe.
McIntyre, Ray: 1 p.m. today, First Assembly of God Church, Bastrop.
Parrott, James Allen: 10 a.m. Saturday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Ralston, Paul Henry: 2 p.m. Sunday, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Roberts, Jimmy C.: 2 p.m. today, Lisbon Methodist Church, Lisbon.
Strong, Artis: 11 a.m. Saturday, King's Funeral Home, Homer.
Washington, Dennis R.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater Free Gift Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe

November 16 , 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ALMA DAY HENDRIX Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Alma Day Hendrix, 97, of Haile, LA, will be held at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, November 17, 2007 at Haile Baptist Church in Haile, LA. Officiating will be Rev. Don Reeves. Interment will be in Liberty Cemetery at Linville under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville. She was a faithful member of Haile Baptist Church where she taught Training Union for many years. She was preceded in death by her father: Albert Barr and mother: Georgia Edwards Barr; brothers: Lloyd Barr and J.C. "Scooter" Barr; and husbands: Lawyer Day and Earl Hendrix. She is survived by her 2 children: Lee Roy Day and wife Mary Lou; Lynn Wheeler and husband Joe; 2 step daughters: Eloyce Davey and Carolyn Whitard, 5 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and 2 nephews. Pallbearers will be: grandsons and great-grandsons. Visitation will be held Friday, November 16, 2007 at 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

BRANDON TYLER STEWART Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Brandon Tyler Stewart, age 15, will be 10:00 AM, Saturday, November 17, 2007 in the Worship Center of First Baptist Church of West Monroe. Officiating will be Rev. John Avant and Rev. Terry Barnes. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Brandon was born on March 22, 1992 in West Monroe, LA and passed away on November 14, 2007. Brandon attended grade school at Jesus the Good Shepherd and currently was a sophomore at West Monroe High School. He was enrolled in advance arts classes and had a passion for art. He also was an honor student. Survivors include his mother, Becky McEnery and husband, Kurt; father, Eddie Stewart and wife, Ruth Ann; sisters, Cristin Mason and fiancée, Brent, and their son, Ethan Barrois, Valerie Mason; step sisters, Rebecca Griggs, Meghan Griggs and Kelli McEnery; grandparents, Bernice and Bob Forrest and Raymond and Wanda Stewart; great grandmother, Naomi Stewart; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and a host of other relatives and friends. Pallbearers will be Tim Holloway, David Campbell, Matt McClung, Roy Wilkerson, David Aderholt and Brent Barrois. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM, Friday, November 16, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home or to the donor's choice. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

JAMES ALLEN PARROTT Mulhearn Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Services for Mr. James Allen Parrott, age 45, of Winnsboro, LA will be at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, November 17, 2007 in the Chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro with Rev. Willie Parker and Rev. Bill Nash officiating. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Survivors include: wife, Kim Parrott of Winnsboro, LA; son, Austin James Parrott of Winnsboro, LA; sister: Debbie Woods of Reserve, LA; grandmother, Mrs. Estelle Sharp of Winnsboro, LA; a number of nieces, nephews, and a great niece. Pallbearers are: Nathan Brewer, Josh Brewer, Dakota Mahaffey, Tim Winnett, Mike Boyd, Wayne Boyd, Lloyd Williams and Charles Mahaffey. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. till 8:00 P.M. on Friday, November 16, 2007 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Online Registry and Condolences may be made at www.mulhearnfuneral home.com.

JAMES ARNOLD MAYFIELD Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA In loving memory. James Arnold Mayfield March 10, 1913 - November 13, 2007 On November 13, 2007, Mr. Mayfield, age 94, (formally of Monroe, Louisiana) passed away peacefully in Bloomington, Illinois after a short illness. Visitation will be at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA on Friday, November 16, 2007 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. A grave-side service will be held on Saturday, November 17, 2007 at 2:00 PM in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun, LA. with Rev. Keith Evans officiating. James Mayfield was born in Hope, Arkansas on March 10, 1913. He was one of nine children born to George J. Mayfield and Lillie Modisette Mayfield. He served in the United States Army in World War II in Italy as a B.A.R. gunner and was involved in heavy action in the Poe Valley. He was wounded in action and received the Purple Heart as well as the Bronze Star and a citation for bravery under enemy fire. His interests included raising tomatoes which earned him the nickname "Materman" from some of his friends. He was a good man, a man of "principle" who always did "the right thing" as best as he knew how. He was a loving husband, father and father-in-law. He loved children and enjoyed giving presents to the neighborhood children on their birthdays or other special occasions. He was preceded in death by his wife Oma Turnage Mayfield, his parents, five brothers and three sisters. He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Jerry A. Mayfield and Karen Fuller Mayfield as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. He will be greatly missed. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com.

JULIUS ROBERT "BOB" FULLERTON Charlet Funeral Home, INC Clinton, LA A resident of Zachary, he died Thursday, November 8, 2007. He was 91 years old. He was a former employee of James Machine Works, Loper Machine Works, and Continental Can Corp. A memorial service will be held Saturday, November 17, 2007 at 10:00 AM at the Jonesboro United Methodist Church. He is survived by a son and 2 daughters-in-law, Jay & Lee Ann Brewer Fullerton of Zachary and Wanda Kaye Trailer Fullerton; 5 grandchildren, Deborah Kay Fullerton, Guy Robert Fullerton, Jayson Robert Fullerton, Kristie Lynn Gross and Joni Michelle Fullerton; 3 great grandchildren, Jayke Robert Fullerton, Tess Lydia Fullerton, and Whitney Jewel Gross; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife of 64 years; Mary Cousins Fullerton; son, Albert Ewing Fullerton; and parents. Arrangements by Charlet Funeral Home Inc., Zachary. Share sympathies, condolences and memories at www.charletfuneral home.com.

Randall Carl Collins Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral services for Mr. Randall Carl Collins, age 53, of Choudrant will be held 10:00 A.M Saturday November 17, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston Officiating the service will be Rev. Jerry Whitman. Interment will follow at Choudrant Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Mr. Collins was born September 26, 1954 and passed away November 15, 2007 following a lengthy illness. Mr. Collins was preceded in death by brother: Kevin Reed Collins. Randall is survived by wife, Tammie Collins; sons: Ryan Carl Collins and wife Jo Ellen of Choudrant, Rance Scott Collins of Fayetteville, Ark; step Children: Jamie Burton, Lindsay Burton, Jared Burton and Taylor Burton all of Choudrant; brother Russell Wayne Collins and wife Bettye of Choudrant; parents: Ralph and Dorothy Collins of Choudrant; niece: Dana Burway of Ruston; nephew: Brandon Collins of Choudrant and six grandchildren. Visitation will be Friday November 16, 2007 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatarickfuneral homes.com

RONNIE A. FRITH Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Ronnie A. Frith, 59, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, November 17, 2007 at St. Lawrence Catholic Church with Father Job Edathinatt officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Frith passed away Wednesday, November 14, 2007, at St. Francis North Hospital after a brief illness. He was a member of St. Lawrence Catholic Church, a U. S. Army veteran, and a truck driver with KLLM Transportation. Survivors include his wife, Peggy J. Frith; sons, Ronnie A. Frith, II and wife Tammy of Pineville, LA, and Brian Frith and wife Kristi of Monroe; step daughters, Cynthia Lynn Walters, Angela Marie Burnett and husband Jerry, and Katherine Renee Rogers and husband Kevin, all of Pegram, TN; twelve grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, father O. M. Frith of Farmerville, LA; mother, Zana Ezernack of Monroe; and brother, Don Frith of Monroe. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com.

November 17, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

BEATRICE "BEA" STUCKEY Golden Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Beatrice "Bea" Stuckey, 73, of Bastrop, LA are scheduled for 3:00 P.M. Saturday, November 17, 2007 at Oak Hill Baptist Church with Revs. Gene Thomas and William Fowler officiating. Interment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Golden Funeral Home. Mrs. Stuckey, a homemaker, loving mother, and everybody's Aunt "Bea" and charter member of Oak Hill Baptist Church, passed away Thursday, November 15, 2007 at Glenwood Regional Hospital in West Monroe. She is survived by her husband, D.B. "Dick" Stuckey; two sons, Jerry Lynn Stuckey and wife Rita of Bastrop, LA, Charles Wayne Stuckey and wife Maylu of Russellville, AR; six grandchildren, Tifanie Rainbolt and husband Brian, Jerilyn Stuckey, Samuel Stuckey, Megan Stuckey, Logan Stuckey and Molly Ann Stuckey; two great grandchildren, Victoria and Layton Rainbolt and numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. Stuckey is preceded in death by her parents; Andrew and Belle Hudson Bradshaw; four sisters and one brother. Serving as pallbearers are: Mike Morris, Dennis Bratton, Earl Glenn Stuckey, Danny Stuckey, Gary Stuckey, Dennis Smith,Jr., Shawn Talley and Andy Bradshaw. Honorary pallbearers are: David Thomas, Gerald Lowery and Dr. Robert E. Lyon.

FRANK MEREDITH WALKER, SR. Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Mr. Frank Meredith Walker, Sr. died November 16, 2007. A celebration of his life will be held Sunday, November 18, at 5:00 PM at the Pine Grove Church Life Center; Pastor Dale Walker will be officiating. Visitation will follow immediately after. Frank Walker was born in Bazette, Texas January 2, 1919. In 1925, he moved with his family to Corsicana, Texas where he grew up and graduated from Corsicana High School. He then attended St. Edwards University in Austin and the University Of Texas. He was a veteran of World War II serving in the Air Force and stationed in England. Mr. Walker came to Monroe in 1948 as a salesman for Del Monte. In 1953 he opened his first restaurant and continued in the business for 35 years. He loved the hamburger business and perfected making the best one in town. His hamburgers have yet to be matched and they are still talked about by his many faithful former customers. Mr. Walker was the last child of six born to James Gibson and Maggie Garvin Walker. He was preceded in death by his son Frank Meredith Walker Jr. and his granddaughter Nina Elise Walker. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Billie Etheredge Walker, his son Dale Walker and his wife Lydia; his daughters, Becky Ford and her husband Keith, Melanie Turner and her husband Randy, Lisa Herrock and her husband John, and Carrie Walker; grandchildren, Jared, Whitney, and Mollie Walker, Lindsey, Austin, Carlie, and Maggie Turner, Caitlin, Emma, Olivia, and Owen Herrock, Andrew Ford, and Liz Cottrill, Meredith Price, Brooke, Carmen, and Slade Walker; two great-grandchildren, nephews, Joe and Jerry Walker; and nieces, Connie Galloway, and Cathy Donovan. Memorials may be made to Pine Grove Church, Loop Road, Monroe, LA. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com.

LETHA BRYAN POWERS Gill First National Winnsboro, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Letha Bryan Powers, 89 years old, of Winnsboro, will be held Sunday November 18, 2007 at 2:00 PM at Gill Chapel with Reverend Doyle Adams officiating. Visitation will be held Saturday, November 17, 2007 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Pine Grove Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro, Louisiana. Mrs. Powers was born to the union of David and Lucy Dean Bryan on May 20, 1918 in Farmerville, Louisiana and passed from this life on November 16, 2007. She was a member of Coax Baptist Church and loved beautiful flowers. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Robert, three brothers, one sister, one grandson, and one grandson-in-law. She is survived by three children Janis Townsend and her husband Leo of West Monroe, Sam Powers and his wife Carolyn of Winnsboro, and Mary McLemore of West Monroe, and one brother, Thomas Bryan and his wife Kouzea of Rayville as well as a special niece, Jo Ann Evans and her husband Jimmy of Gilbert. Mrs. Letha has six grandchildren: Ronnie Townsend and his wife Brenda, Vicky Powers, Wana Evans, Renee Stansbury and her husband Chuck, Lea McLemore, and Alicia Bal and her husband Alan and sixteen great grandchildren and one great great grandchild. To sign guestbook please visit www.gillfirstnational.com.

NINA JEANETTE BURNS VIOLA Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside services for Mrs. Nina Jeanette Burns Viola, 84, of Rocky Branch, LA. will be held at 3:00 P.M. Saturday, November 17, 2007 at Rocky Branch Cemetery with Brother James Mooney officiating. Interment in Rocky Branch Cemetery, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Viola was born December 04, 1922 in Franklin Parish and passed away November 15, 2007 in West Monroe, LA. She was a member of the Baptist Faith. She is preceded in death by her husband, Rhine Viola, parents, James and Frankie Burns, son, Rhine Viola, Jr., daughter, Betty Brandao. Mrs. Viola is survived by her daughter, Linda Parks and husband Presley Parks of Rocky Branch, LA., son, Rayford Viola and wife Helen Viola of Jena, LA., son in law, J.W. Brandao of West Monore, LA., sister Iris Kokinos and husband Spedo Kokinos of Monroe, LA. She is also survived by nine grandchildren, twenty nine great-grandchildren and two great great grand children. Pallbearers will be Grandsons. The family would like to give special thanks to West Monroe Guest House, Glenwood Hospital third floor Staff & Doctors, Hammett & Donald for the loving care of our mother. Contributions to the Gideons International. Visitation on Friday November 16, 2007 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home- West Monroe. You may send condolences to the family to www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

ROBERT JEFFREY JOHNSON Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Robert Jeffrey Johnson, 48, of West Monroe, LA, will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, November 18, 2007 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA, with Rev. Mark Fenn and Rev. William Busby officiating. Interment will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA. Jeff was born on February 22, 1959 and died Thursday November 15, 2007 at the Glenwood Regional Medical Center. Jeff was a car dealer by trade and his interests included duck hunting, boating, and being on the water with family and friends who knew him as "Dough Boy". He cherished spending time with his grandsons, Logan and Luke, who simply knew him as 'Deaux". Survivors: loving wife, Terry Ward Johnson; step-daughter, Brandi Shurden and husband, Mitch; Grandsons, Logan and Luke; Parents, George and Shirley Johnson; Father and Mother-in-law, Ralph and Gail Ward; Sisters-in-law, Sandy Williams, Patty Conrad, and Tracie Simmons; Special Aunt and Uncle, Carolyn and Johnny Wright; cousin, Terri Johnson; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Ronnie Boyd, Tommy Bordelon, Rodney Griffin, Dan Hastings, Scott Certain, Johnny Pace, Walter Smith and Billy Ware. Honorary Pallbearers will be Buddy Paul, Mike Wilson, Tom Snyder, Gary Taylor, Brad Walker, Dwayne Enterkin, Richard Landry, David Walters, Winton Lofton and James Polk Brian. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or your favorite charity. He will be greatly missed by family and friends! Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com. |0000891337-01-1.jpg

Randall Collins, 53
CHOUDRANT — Randall Collins died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Choudrant Memorial Cemetery.

Mary Louise Colvin, 50
Mary Colvin of West Monroe died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Bethel Church of God in Christ, Monroe. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. Sunday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Hall Cemetery, Alto under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Judy Overby Denton, 87
LAKELAND, Fla. — Judy Overby Denton, formerly of Oak Grove, died Oct. 18. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Oak Grove Cemetery under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

James R.Dowling, 59
OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. — James Robert "Jim" Dowling died Monday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. today at Greenwood Cemetery, Ruston under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

William Emerson, 78
LAKE PROVIDENCE — William Emerson, a mechanic, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. today at China Grove Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Burial will be in church cemetery under the direction of Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence.

Ronnie A. Frith, 59
Ronnie A. Frith of Monroe, a KLLM Transportation truck driver, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at St. Lawrence Catholic Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Alma Day Hendrix, 97
HAILE — Alma Day Hendrix, a pipeline worker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Haile Baptist Church. Burial will be in Liberty Cemetery, Linville under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Wilbert Jones, 71
FERRIDAY — Wilbert Jones, a laborer, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Old Saint Reed Baptist, Ferriday. Burial will be in Natchz (Miss.) National Cemetery under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

James Arnold Mayfield, 94
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. — James Arnold Mayfield, a fireman formerly of Monroe, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Calhoun under the direction Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Catherine Pippins, 75
GILBERT — Catherine Pippins, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Harris Cemetery.

Letha Powers, 89
WINNSBORO — Letha Powers, a retired nurse's aide, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 4-7 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Pine Grove Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Paul Henry Ralston, 72
EPPS — Paul Henry Ralston, formerly of Whittier, Calif., died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Whittier, Calif.

Brandon Tyler Stewart, 15
Brandon Tyler Stewart of West Monroe, a West Monroe High School, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at First Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Nina J. Burns Viola, 84
ROCKY BRANCH — Nina Jeanette Burns Viola, a homemaker, died Thursday. Graveside services are 3 p.m. today at Rocky Branch Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Benjamin, Thomas J.: 2 p.m. today, Antioch Baptist Church, Monroe.
Dixon, Carrie Dell: 1 p.m. today Brownville Baptist Church, Columbia.
Fourmy, Jason Carroll: 1 p.m. today, First Baptist Church, Vidalia.
Graham, Jennie: 11 a.m. Monday, Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence.
Heard, Clyde Luther: 11 a.m. Monday, Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Spearsville.
Houston, Earnestine: 11 a.m. today, First Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Jones, Blanche Odelia: 10 a.m. today, Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Lawrence, Emmitt: 11 a.m. today, Shiloh Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Manning, Jimmy: 1 p.m. today, Olive Branch Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Martin Jr., John Edward: 10 a.m. today, Lakeshore Baptist Church, Monroe.
Morehead, John: 1 p.m. today, King Solomon Baptist Church, Monroe.
Outley, Dorothy Jean: 10 a.m. today, Mount Gilead Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Parrott, James Allen: 10 a.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Phillips, Willie B.: 10 a.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Price, Albert: 11 a.m. today, Greater New Hope Baptist Church, Monroe.
Strong, Artis: 11 a.m. today, King's Funeral Home, Homer.
Temple Jr., Robert C.: 2 p.m. today, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Washington, Dennis R.: 11 a.m. today, Greater Free Gift Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe.
Wright, Freddie Lee: 11 a.m. today, St. Matthew A.M.E. Church, Tallulah

November 18, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

BEVERLY EVANS The Settegast-Kopf Co. Sugar Land, TX Beverly Evans went to be with her Lord and Savior on the 15th of November 2007. Beverly Richmond Evans was born on the 17th of October 1955 in Los Angeles, California to her parents, the late William Arnette Richmond and Betty Nolan Richmond. After graduating from Ouachita High School in Monroe, Louisiana, she has been a resident of the Houston, TX area for over 30 years where she especially enjoyed spending time with students and people from all over the world. Art, travel, architecture, and sports activities were a part of her life, but she especially had a passion for people and the things of her Lord. Beverly married David Alan Evans on the 21st of August in 1976 and the couple enjoyed 31 years of marriage and family life. Beverly graduated from the Houston Baptist University College of Nursing in 1979 and joyfully served patients before becoming an interior designer and later opening Beverly Evans Designs. She was a member of Morning Star Christian Church where she faithfully served her church family leaving a legacy of many lives changed by her love for God. Beverly is survived by her husband, David Alan Evans; daughter, Adriana Marcella Evans; and grandson, Peyton Bryce Warren of Sugar Land, TX; sisters, Gay Farmer, Angela Meyers, and Taina Richmond; and brothers, Ron Richmond and Mark Richmond; as well as 8 nephews and nieces, aunts and uncles, and a host of good friends. Our family wishes to offer special thanks to all those who supported Beverly and her family through this difficult time. A funeral service, celebrating Beverly's life, will be conducted at three o'clock in the afternoon on Sunday, November 18, 2007 in The Chapel of The Settegast-Kopf Co. At Sugar Creek, 15015 Southwest Freeway in Sugar Land where Pastor Elliot Warren of the Christ Church for the Nations will serve as the officiate. A graveside service and committal will be held at eleven o'clock in the morning on Tuesday, November 20, 2007 in the Mars Hill Cemetery near Downsville. For those desiring, contributions "In Memory of Beverly Richmond Evans" may be directed to All For Him Ministries, 130 Industrial Blvd. #100 in Sugar Land, TX 77478; or to The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center at P.O. Box 4486 in Houston, TX 77210-4486.

OLIECE WILHITE BESS Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Oliece Wilhite Bess, 89, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Monday, November 19, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, 300 McMillian Road, West Monroe with Rev Michi Head officiating. Interment will follow in the Wilhite Cemetery. Mrs. Bess passed away Saturday, November 17, 2007 from heart failure. She was a resident of Monroe, but was formerly of West Monroe. She was a Charter Member of McGuire United Methodist Church. She was a retired bookkeeper from J.C. Penny, co-owner of Monroe Loan & Sporting Goods, and Office Manager for Montgomery Wards from the 1940's to 1954. Mrs. Bess was a Graduating Senior of La Tech when WWII began. She was preceded in death by her second husband, E. Carl Bess; brother, Frank Wilhite, King and wife Aline Wilhite; sisters, Fannie Elliott and husband Garland ( Doc ), Cecil Newman and husband Bill. Survivors include her daughter, Nancy Johnston; sister-in-law, Velma Wilhite; and many nieces and nephews and the Metcham family. Visitation will be Sunday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, 300 McMillian Road, West Monroe, LA. Special thanks to Dr. Don Hammett and Staff for all the loving care given during these last years. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com.

WILLIAM RUFUS KERRY, SR. Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Funeral services for William Rufus Kerry, Sr. of Folsom, LA, and formerly of Hebert will be held 12:00 Noon Tuesday from the Columbia Chapel of Riser Funeral Home. Mr. Kerry was born on January 30, 1916 at Derry ,LA, and passed from this life on November 14, 2007 at his home in Folsom. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Mable Effie (Beach) Kerry and by his son Harold Kerry, Sr. Mr. Kerry served in the Army during World War II, and was a resident of Kenner, LA. until his retirement from T.L. James Const. Co. in 1972. After that he and his wife Mable resided in Hebert, LA. until her death in 2001. He had lived with his son Bobby Kerry, Sr. at Folsom until his death. He was a member of the St. John the Baptist Catholic Church at Folsom. Survivors include his sons, Bobby Kerry, Sr. and William Kerry,Jr. ten grand children and 15 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to attend visitation at Riser Funeral Home 7131 U S Hwy 165 in Columbia on Tuesday November 20, 2007 from 9:00 AM until service time at noon. Interment will follow in the Hebert Cemetery,Hebert, LA.

Marie Bailey, 78
Marie Bailey of West Monroe, a retired clerk, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Elnora Calhoun, 100
Elnora Calhoun of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are pending with Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Elbert U. Chisley, 78
Elbert U. Chisley of Monroe, a retired teacher, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Randolph Cockrell, 73
MER ROUGE — Randolph Cockrell, a retired farmer, died Friday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Parkdale (Ark.) Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Lorenzo Dow Crews, 76
TRANSYLVANIA — Lorenzo Dow "L.D." Crews, a farmer, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery. Visitation will be from noon today until service time.

Emma G. Duchesne, 96
HEBERT — Emma Gordon Duchesne, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are pending with Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Eddie Cole Figures, 74
PICAYUNE, Miss. — Eddie Cole Figures, a registered nurse, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Robert Jeffrey Johnson, 48
Robert Jeffrey Johnson of West Monroe, a car dealer, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. today until service time. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Calhoun.

Abe McFarland Jr., 70
Abe McFarland Jr. of Monroe, owner of McFarland's Garage, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

William McMahon IV, 30
LAFAYETTE — William James McMahon IV, formerly of Ferriday, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Frank M. Walker, 88
Frank Meredith Walker, a retired restaurant owner, died Friday. Services are 5 p.m. today at Pine Grove Church Life Center. Visitation will be held immediately after the services.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Colvin, Mary Louise: 11 a.m. Monday, Bethel Church of God in Christ, Monroe.
Graham, Jennie: 11 a.m. Monday, Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence.
Heard, Clyde Luther: 11 a.m. Monday, Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Spearsville.
Jones, Wilbert: 11 a.m. Monday, Old Saint Reed Baptist Church, Ferriday.
Powers, Letha: 2 p.m. today, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Ralston, Paul Henry: 2 p.m. today, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove

November 19 , 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

EDDIE COLE FIGURES Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Graveside services for Mrs. Eddie C. Figures, 74, of Picayune, Mississippi will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Tuesday, November 20, 2007 at Greenwood Cemetery in Ruston, LA. Officiating will be Father Al Jost O.F.M. under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Mrs. Eddie Figures died at her home in Picayune, Mississippi on Thursday morning, November 15, 2007. She was preceded in death by her parents, Murry and Archie Lee Cole of Farmerville, LA. She was a loving wife to her late husband, Mabry A. Figures and beloved mother to her children, Michael and Elizabeth Figures. She was a graduate of Farmerville High School and Warner Brown Hospital School of Nursing and worked at various hospitals and nursing homes throughout her career. She will be forever missed by her friends and family members, including her daughter-in-law Joanna, grandson, Michael, son-in-law James Hano, brother Dickey Cole and sisters Rose Marie Duke and Mary Ann Imhoff along with many nieces, nephews and cousins. Visitation will be held Monday, November 19, 2007 from 6:00 P.M to 8:00 P.M. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice of Louisiana/Mississippi, 770 Gauss Blvd Suite C Slidell, LA 70458 on behalf of the Figures family. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

EMMA GORTON DUCHESNE Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Emma Gorton Duchesne age 96 of Hebert will be held 2:00 PM Monday November 19, 2007, from the Welcome Home Baptist Church at Hebert with the Rev. Bill Gueringer officiating. Interment will follow in the Etier Cemetery at Hebert. All services are under direction of Riser Funeral Home of Columbia. Emma Gorton Duchesne was born on December 3, 1910 at Hebert, LA, and passed from this life on Saturday November 17, 2007 at Citizens Medical Center in Columbia. She was preceded in death by her parents Louis and Lena Hebert Gorton. She was also preceded in death by her husband Clarence "Son" Duchesne and by three sons Edward Duchesne, Clarence Duchesne, Jr. and Jerome Duchesne, and by her son in law Ellie Oliveaux and her daughter in law Bertha Duchesne. Survivors include her Daughter Mrs. Frances (Duchesne) Oliveaux of Hebert. Her Brother Mr. Lonnie Gorton of Houma, LA; and her sister Mary Brandon of Calhoun. Her eight grand children, Donnie Oliveaux, Donald Oliveaux, Tere Davidson, Vicki Walker, Debbie Norrell, Rose Marie Cobb, Dawn Duchesne, and Penny Cruse; 11 great grand children and 11 great great grand children. Serving as pallbearers: John Creech, Dub Weed, Elvis Branch, Larry Dannehl, Buddy Winstead, & John Steortz. Honorary pallbearers include: Jim Oliveaux, Bob Lee, Alfred Duchesne, Vernon Duchesne, Buddy Oliveaux, Charles Duncan, and Pete Duncan. The Duchesne Family will receive visitors on Monday at the Welcome Home Baptist Church from 10:00 AM until time of service.

LOUISE MCDADE PARDEE Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Graveside services for Mrs. Louise McDade Pardee, 74, of Alexandria, LA will be held at 1:00 P.M. November 19, 2007 at Chatham City Cemetery. She was preceded in death by her husband, J. E. McDade and her son, James. Mrs. Pardee is survived by four children, Sheila Desadier and husband Willie, Sherry Holton and husband Jimmy all of West Monroe, David McDade and wife Lee Ann of Lake Bistineau, Donna Edwards and husband Ray of Alexandria; 11 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren.

MARIE BAILEY Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Marie Bailey 78, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, November 20, 2007 at Lapine Assembly of God with Sister Mildred Lenard officiating. Interment to follow in the Church Cemetery. Mrs. Bailey was born August 11, 1929 in Pioneer, LA, and died November 16, 2007 in West Monroe. Mrs. Bailey was preceded in death by her husband, Leon Bailey, Sr.; a son, Leon D. Bailey; and her mother, Adell Jones. Survivors include her daughter, Charlene Foster and husband Tommy; grandchildren, J R Bailey and wife Lori, Donna Antley and husband Tim, Pam Ford and husband James, Charlotte Hutson and husband T.J., Charles Foster and wife Amy, Tommy Foster Jr., and Donald Ellis and wife Shelia; and numerous great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Glen Foster, Wayne Foster, Grady Foster, John Lee Foster, Bubba Underwood, Lynn Vestal and Jonathan Foster. Visitation will be held from 5:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. Monday at Lapine Assembly of God. Online Condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com.

OLIECE WILHITE JOHNSTON BESS Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mrs. Oliece Wilhite Johnston Bess, 89, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Monday, November 19, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Rev. Michi Head officiating. Interment will follow in the Wilhite Cemetery, Downsville. Mrs. Bess passed away Saturday, November 17, 2007 from heart failure. She was a resident of Monroe, but was formerly of West Monroe. She was a Charter Member of McGuire United Methodist Church. She was a retired bookkeeper from J.C. Penny, co-owner of Monroe Loan & Sporting Goods, and Office Manager for Montgomery Wards from the 1940's to 1954. Mrs. Bess was a Graduating Senior of La Tech when WWII began. She was preceded in death by her infant daughter, Wanda Anne; second husband, E. Carl Bess; brothers, Frank Wilhite, King and wife Aline Wilhite; sisters, Fannie Elliott and husband Garland (Doc), Cecil Newman and husband Bill. Survivors include her daughter, Nancy Johnston; sister-in-law,Velma Whilhite; and many nieces and nephews and the Mitchum family. Visitation will be Monday from 1:00 PM until Service Time at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Special thanks to Dr. Don Hammett and Staff for all the loving care given during these last years. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com.

RAY V. GRANT Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Funeral services for Mr. Ray V. Grant age 96 of Holum, LA, will be held Graveside 12:00 Noon Monday, November 19, 2007 at the Lowe Cemetery at Kelly. Rev. C.R. Martin will officiate with services under direction of Riser Funeral Home of Columbia. Ray V. Grant was born on October 19, 1911 at Kelly, LA, to the union of his parents the late Ocie Ola Grant and Priscilla Volentine Grant. He was also preceded in death by his wife Carmon Duck Grant and by his son in law Jimmy Hodges and by his grand son Aaron Hodges and a great grand daughter Jessica Martin. Survivors include 4 daughters; Betty Hodges of Grayson, Melba Strange of Columbia, Mary Ann Martin of Kelly, and Faye Krueger of Grayson; 8 grand children, 14 great grand children, and 9 great great grand children. The Grant Family will receive guests on Monday November 19, 2007 at the Riser Funeral Home from 10:00 AM until 11:30 AM.

Elnora Calhoun, 100
Elnora Calhoun, of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Mount Zion Baptist Church Cemetery, Delhi, under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m.-noon at the funeral home.

Elvert Chisley, 78
Elvert Chisley, of Monroe, a retired teacher, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at First Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Smith Funeral Home. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Ina C. Gaines, 95
Ina C. Gaines, of Monroe, retired from MS Johnnie's Dress Shop, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Charles Evan Lane, 84
VIDALIA — Charles Evan Lane died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Vidalia.

Abe McFarland Jr., 70
Abe McFarland, of Monroe, owner of McFarland Garage, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Liberty Christian Center. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Funerals by McFarland. Wake service is 5-7 p.m. today at St. Luke Baptist Church.

James 'Randy' Poston Jr., 50
James "Randy" Poston Jr., of West Monroe, died Monday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Friday at Beulah Cemetery, Calhoun.

Scottie L. Powell, 37
Scottie Powell, of Monroe, a furniture truck driver, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Tried Stone Baptist Church. Burial will be in Richwood Cemetery under the direction of Funerals By McFarland. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Cecil J. Stevens, 83
Cecil J. Stevens, of Monroe, a retired sheriff's chief deputy, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home. Visitation is noon until service at the church.

Joyce W. Strickland, 79
Joyce W. Strickland, a retired secretary for Judge Farr, died Thursday. Services are noon Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Donald Gene Till, 32
Donald Gene Till, of Monroe, a construction worker, died Nov. 15. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Mark's United Methodist Church. Visitation is 1-2 p.m. Saturday at the church. Arrangements provided by Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Banks, Mary: 11 a.m. Saturday, Agape Baptist Church, Rayville.
Calhoun, Elnora: 2 p.m. today, Mount Zion Methodist Church Cemetery, Waverly.
East, Laura Vining: 10 a.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
English, Rosie: 1 p.m. Monday, New Jerusalem Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Forman, Stephanie G.: 1 p.m. today, Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Holden, Willie: 11 a.m. Saturday, Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church, Winnfield.
Holmes, Marie: 1 p.m. Saturday, Evening Star No. 1, Monticello, east of Epps.
Mays, Leo: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Morning Star Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Morries, Jason, D.: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Owens, Marie Colvin: 2 p.m. today, Cypress Baptist Church West Monroe.
Phillips, Margie Garner: 3 p.m. today, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Tisley, Elbert U.: 11 a.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church, Monroe.
Verbeck Jr., Jack: 1 p.m. today, Pine Crest West Cemetery, Mobile, Ala.
Wilhite, Robert L.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Shady Grove Methodist Church, Mangham

November 20, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

HAROLD RAY ROBINSON Cox Funeral Home Bastrop, LA A service to celebrate the life and going home of Harold Ray Robinson will be held at First Baptist Church in Bastrop, Louisiana at 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, November 21, 2007, with the Rev. Jim Ingram and Rev. Scott Petrus officiating. Interment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery of Bastrop under the direction of Cox Funeral Home. Harold Ray was born February 5, 1925 in Crossett, Arkansas and went to be with his Lord on November 18, 2007. He was the youngest of two children born to Martin Isiah and Izora Powell Robinson. Harold Ray entered the United States Army on July 28, 1943, and served during World War II as a Staff Sergeant, Co.E, 2nd Battalion 70th Div 276th Infantry. He was discharged on February 7, 1946, with many service medals including the Purple Heart. Harold Ray was severly wounded by an artillery shell in the south of France suffering the loss of a limb that resulted in over a year on a hospital ship and several VA hospitals while recovering. After his military service ended, Harold Ray returned to Bastrop and began a 22 year career with International Paper Co., retiring in 1969. After retirement from International Paper, Harold Ray began work with the Morehouse Parish Sheriff's Department under the administration of the late Hughie Perry. He remained active with the sheriff's department for many years retiring in February of 2005 under the current sheriff, Danny McGrew. During his career with the sheriff's department, "Mr. Harold Ray", as he was known to many, escorted numerous funeral processionals leading many residents of this community to their final resting place. Mr. Robinson was a lifelong member of First Baptist Church of Bastrop and has served his country and community faithfully over the years. He loved his role as husband, father, and grandfather. He is preceded in death by his parents and his sister and brother-in-law, Mary Martille and Harold V. Keahey. Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Charlene Stevens Robinson, his children, Hal Robinson, Steve Robinson with wife Jamie and their son Sagen, Mark Robinson with wife Terrie and their children Eric, Brandy, and Justin and his great grandchild Ethan. Additional survivors include two nieces, Carol Keahey Tubbs and husband Ronnie, Margaret Keahey and one nephew Robert H. Keahey and his wife Mary. Pallbearers are Gary Freeman, Danny McGrew, Eric Robinson, Justin Robinson, Wayne Robinson, and Mike Tubbs. Visitation will be Tuesday, November 20, 2007 from 5:00 P.M. till 8:00 P.M. at Cox Funeral Home of Bastrop. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to First Baptist Church of Bastrop, the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home or a charity of your choice.

JEWEL MAXINE HART Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Jewel Maxine Hart, 84, of West Monroe, LA will be 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, November 21, 2007 at Apostolic Church of Lord Jesus Christ in West Monroe with Rev. David Mixon officiating. Interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Mrs. Hart was a life long member of Apostolic Church of Lord Jesus Christ in West Monroe. She loved to hunt, fish, crochet, and cook. She is preceded in death by her husband, Earnest Albert Hart and son, James R. Hart. Survivors include her sons, Robby L. Hart, Sr. and wife Cheryl and Ernest Dwayne Hart; grandchildren, Savannah Hart, Alana Hart, Elise Hilton, Tamara Sanderson, R. J. Hart, Shane Hart, and Cheyenne Hart; eight great grandchildren and one sister, Billie Jean Brown. Visitation will be 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, November 20, 2006 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com.

LELA MAE BATSON Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Lela Mae Batson, 86, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Wednesday, November 21, 2007, at Loch Arbor Baptist Church with Rev. Andy Myrick officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Batson passed away Sunday, November 18, 2007. She was a member of Loch Arbor Baptist Church. Survivors include her daughter, Melva ( Micey ) Underwood and husband Homer; grandchildren, Charles Simmons and wife Shelly, Daniel Simmons and Lisa, Deborah Simmons, Timothy Simmons and wife Theresa, Suzanne Hewett and husband Jim, Rodney Underwood, and Sheryl Alexander and husband Billy; seventeen great grandchildren. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Loch Arbor Baptist Church at 3960 Hwy 139, Monroe, LA. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com.

LOIS BUSKIRK Cox Funeral Home Lake Providence, LA Funeral services for Lois Buskirk, age 82, of Lake Providence, LA, will be 2:30 PM Wednesday, November 21, 2007, Graveside at the Providence Memorial Cemetery, Lake Providence, Louisiana with Rev. Billy Castilaw officiating. Services are under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Lake Providence. Family will receive friends: Wednesday, 12:00 noon untill service time at Cox Funeral Home. She is preceded in death by her husband: Leroy Buskirk, parents: Charles and Myrtle Dodd, 4 brothers, and 6 sisters. Lois is survived by her son: Bobby Buskirk and wife Gloria of Louisville, Ms., son: Jim Buskirk of Transylvania, LA., granddaughter: Audra Buckley and husband David of Plano, TX., granddaughter: Tracey Grabber and husband Scott of Louisville, MS., granddaughter: Brandi Carter and husband Eric of Noxapater, MS., granddaughter: Taylor Price and husband Jesse of West Monroe, LA., brother: Cordell Dodd and wife Shirley of Vaiden, MS., sister: Diane Bailey and husband Jerry of Houston, MS., and 9 Great-Grandchildren. Pallbearers will be: Larry Whatley, William Ramsey Jr., Billy Calhoun, Nolan Tyson Jr., Bill Hopkins, and Terry Lynn Jones.

LOIS VERA MCGEE Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Lois Vera McGee, 85, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Wednesday, November 21, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Sanchez officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. McGee passed away Saturday, November 17, 2007. Mrs. McGee retired from General Motors. She was a member of Bayou Oak Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, J.P. ( Mac ) McGee. Survivors include her sons, James Edward McGee and wife Danelle, Ronald Eugene ( Pete ) McGee; brothers, Dwain Schuette and Willis Schuette. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com.

RICKY L. SWAN Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Ricky L. Swan, 51 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM Wednesday, November 21, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Larry Hibbard officiating. Interment to follow at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens West Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Swan was born November 22, 1955 in Monroe, LA and passed away November 18, 2007 in West Monroe, LA. Mr. Swan was currently a boat captain for Y & S Marine. He enjoyed mechanic work and also racing. He was preceded in death by his mother, Marinell Swan. Mr. Swan is survived by his grandfather, Tom Childers and wife Dorothy; father, Orval Swan; 3 brothers; Steve Swan and wife Arlene, Tommy Swan, Phillip Swan and wife Valerie; step-brothers; Glen Bryant and wife Judy, Stephen Bryant and wife Marilyn; uncle, Thomas Glen Childers; aunt, Rita Jones, several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Lance Swan, Shaun Swan, Chad Swan, Curtis Corbin, Jr., Tom Norris, and Rick Porter. Honorary pallbearers will be Curtis Corbin Sr., and Michael Swan. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

November 21, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CHARLES O. WARDLOW Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Charles O. Wardlow, 56, of Sterlington, LA, will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday, November 21, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd; Monroe with Rev. Joseph Puthuppally officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Wardlow passed away on November 19, 2007, at St. Francis North Medical Center. Mr. Wardlow was a retired salesman. Survivors include his three sons, Adam B. Wardlow, Andrew Wardlow, and Charles A. Wardlow; daughter, Leslie B. Wardlow; three grandchildren, Chloe Stamper, Nadia Stamper, and Aidan Stamper; three brothers, Harrison Wardlow, Jeff Elkins and wife Nellie, and Frank Elkins III and wife Kathy; sister, Christine Evans and husband Daryl; four nephews, Nathan and Ryan Wardlow, Brandon and Grant Elkins; and four nieces, Natalie, Gabrella, Katie, and Olivia. Pallbearers will be Steve Fontana, Jackie Rosenberg, Herman Rosenberg, Mark Goza, Mike Reece, and Greg Bryan. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com.

FLAVIL MAE HUDDLESTON Cox Funeral Home Oak Grove, LA Funeral services for Flavil Mae Huddleston, age 92, of Oak Grove, La will be 10:00AM, Wednesday, November 21, 2007 at Cox Funeral Home with Rev. Annie Mae Farmer officiating. Interment will be in the Redwing Cemetery near Oak Grove. Services are under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Oak Grove. She is preceded in death by her husband, Carney Alfed Huddleston; parents: Alex and Rose Phillips; brother: Orvile Phillips. Flavil is survived by her son, Bill Huddleston and wife Mae of Lafayette, In; son: Bob Huddleston of Kenner, La; son: Ronnie Huddleston and wife Lou Ann of Greenville, Ms; daughter: Betty Frost and husband John B. of Lafayette, In; daughter: Lola Best of Oak Grove, La; daughter: Cleta Blackwood of Pine Bluff, Ar; sister: Lorene Huddleston of Granite City, Il; 21 Grandchildren, 39 Great Grandchildren, and 14 Great Great Grandchildren. Pallbearers will be: Timmy Hale, Dodd Motes, David Adams, Larry Drurey, Rod Drurey, Robbie Thompson.

JAMES "RANDY" POSTON, JR. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside and interment services for James "Randy" Poston, Jr., 50 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Friday, November 23, 2007 at Beulah Cemetery Calhoun, LA with Rev. Woods Watson officiating. Services are under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Poston was born November 7, 1957 in Monroe, LA and passed away November 19, 2007 in West Monroe, LA. He was preceded in death by his parents, James R. Poston, Sr. and Christine Purdy Poston, and by a sister, Priscilla Poston. He is survived by his sister, Janice Fletcher of West Monroe, LA and a niece Christy Bailey and husband Jeff of Tampa, FL; several aunts, uncles and cousins. Visitation will be held Wednesday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

November 22, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CECIL J. STEVENS Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Cecil J. Stevens, 83, of Monroe, will be at 2:00 PM Friday, November 23, 2007, at Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church with Rev. Joe Solomon and Rev. Weldon Bares officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Stevens passed away Wednesday, November 21, 2007, at St. Francis Medical Center. He was a member of Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church. He retired in 1986 as Chief Deputy for the Ouachita Parish Sherriff's office. He was in Army Intelligence and retired from the military after serving in three wars, WWII, Korean conflict, and Vietnam War. Cecil was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Sue Stevens and his children, Hope Carroll and husband Bob of York, PA, Sharon Stevens of Monroe, LA, Toni Collins of Monroe, LA, and Jay Stevens of Mobile, AL; grandchildren, Jenni Carroll, Brad Carroll and wife Dawn, Payne Collins, and Brody Stevens; one great grandson, Harris Carroll; and sister, Betty Blair of Memphis, TN. Pallbearers will be Jay Stevens, Brad Carroll, Payne Collins, Ray Cook, Laymon Godwin, and Tim Hardin. Honorary pallbearers will be Bob Carroll and Brody Stevens. Visitation will be Friday from 12:00 PM until 2:00 PM service time at Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com.

DONALD GENE TILL Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe A memorial service for Mr. Donald Gene Till, 32, formerly of Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, November 24, 2007, at St. Mark's United Methodist Church, 513 Lincoln Rd. Monroe, with Rev. Mary Ann Collie officiating. Donald a construction worker in Monroe and Ft. Walton Beach, FL died Thursday, November 15, 2007. He was preceded in death by his father, Audy Eugene Till of Delhi, LA; and his grandparents, Hurvie and Bea Moak of Monroe, LA. Survivors include his wife, China Telano Till of Monroe, LA; three stepsons, Michael Wood, Heath Calhoun and Hayden Calhoun; stepdaughter, Bailee Calhoun all of Columbia, LA; mother, Louise Till of Monroe, LA; two brothers, Alan Till and wife Diane of Vanceboro, NC and Charles Ragan and wife Kim of Topeka, KS and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM at St. Mark's Untied Methodist Church. The family requests in lieu of flowers, please make donations to the University of Louisiana at Monroe Foundation for the H.M. Moak Scholarship. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com.

EMMA L. RHYMES Mulhearn Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Services for Mrs. Emma Lou Rhymes, age 80, of Winnsboro, LA will be at 2:00 p.m. Friday, November 23, 2007 in the Chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro with Rev. Bobby Brown and Rev. Danny McIlveene officiating. Burial will follow in Ogden Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Mrs. Rhymes was a life-long resident of Franklin Parish and was a retired Registered Nurse. She passed away on November 20, 2007. She was preceded in death by her husband, Eddie Rhymes and son, Ronnie Rhymes. Survivors include: daughter: Linda Rhymes of Winnsboro, LA; son: Eddie Wayne Rhymes and wife, Donna of Mangham, LA; daughter: Monnie Mercer and husband, Johnny of West Monroe, LA; daugher: Lou Ann Parker and husband, Danny of Winnsboro, LA; daughter-in-Law: Diana Smith of Winnsboro; sister: Hedy Vega of Mandeville, LA; grandchildren: Shelly McLendon and husband, Johnny, Patricia Smith, Eddie Lee Carter and wife, Jolene, Nikki Roux and husband, Kris, John Mercer, David Rhymes and wife, Jaime, Jason Rhymes, Christopher Rhymes and Zachary Smith, Kristen and Lyndsey Jones, and Hayden and Danyelle Parker; great grandchildren: Hunter Ray, Melanie and Jonathan McLendon, Drew Smith, Andrew and Natalie Roux, and Dalton and Joni Carter; great-great grandchild: Jase McLendon. Pallbearers are: David Rhymes, Jason Rhymes, John Mercer, Christopher Rhymes, Hunter Ray, and Drew Smith. Honorary Pallbearers are: Eddie Lee Carter, Kris Roux, Jonathan McLendon, and Clay Russell. Visitation will be from 6:00 P.M. till 8:00 P.M., Thursday, November 22, 2007 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Online registry and condolences may be made at www.mulhearnfuneral home.com. Memorials may be made to the Brenda Hall Abney Learning Center at the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home.

INA C. GAINES Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Ina C. Gaines, 95, of Monroe, will be held on 10:00 AM Saturday, November 24, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home on Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA, with Dr. Whit Holmes officiating. Interment will be at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Gaines was born in Independence, LA on April 20, 1912 and passed away on Monday, November 19, 2007. She was a devoted member of Parkview Baptist Church. She retired from Ms Johnnie's Dress Shop and spent her time doing what she loved most gardening. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, James W. Gaines; two brothers, Omar Cason & Edmond Cason; daughter-in-law, Amalie N. Gaines, & grand-daughter, Nikki Gaines. Survivors include her son, James S. Gaines and wife Debbie Gaines; two sisters, Evelyn C. Blaine and Mamie Stevens; one brother, Burnel Cason and wife Dolly; one step-grandson and two step-granddaughters; five step-great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. Family would like to give special thanks to the following people who helped make Ina's last days as comfortable and peaceful as possible: Prime Care Home Health & Seniorcare Services. We will always be grateful for all the love & care you gave to Ina. Visitation will be on Friday, November 23, 2007 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe and on Saturday, November 24, 2007 from 9:00 AM to service time. Memorials may be made to Parkview Baptist Church or Louisiana Children's Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com.

NELLIE FAYE (JORDAN) SPRINGFIELD Southern Funeral Home Winnifield, LA Mrs. Nellie Faye (Jordan) Springfield, age 71, of West Monroe, LA., passed away Tuesday, November 20, 2007, at Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe, LA. She was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church of West Monroe. Mrs. Springfield worked as a civil deputy at the Winn Parish Sheriff's Office under her father, Sheriff Sanford Jordan. She was the daughter of the late Sheriff Sanford Jordan and the late Clara (Adams) Jordan. She is survived by her husband Elwyne G. Springfield of West Monroe, LA; two Sons, Glenn Springfield and wife Michelle of Monroe, LA, Roy L. Springfield and wife Sheila of Spring, Texas; four grandchildren; Ashley and Matthew Springfield of Monroe, LA; Heath and Cole Springfield of Spring, Texas; one Sister, Sue Avant and husband Joe of West Monroe, LA; one Nephew and four Nieces. Services are under the direction of Southern Funeral Home of Winnfield, LA., where the family will receive friends from noon to service time Friday, November 23, 2007. Funeral services will be held at Southern Funeral Home at 2:00 PM Friday, November 23, 2007 , with Rev. Terry Mims and Rev. Edward Smith officiating. Interment will be at Hurricane Grove Cemetery in Sikes, LA. Friends may express messages of condolence to the family online by visiting www.southernfuneralhome.com.

November 23 , 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

DAISY MCKENZIE YOUNG Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Born Dec. 8, 1915 in Crystal Springs, MS and went to be with the Lord on Thursday, Nov 22, 2007. Mrs. Young resided in the Monroe/West Monroe area her entire life and worked as the head cashier for the Delta, Paramount, and Eastgate Cinema Theaters for 50 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Bridges "Bill" Young. She is survived by their three daughters, Lovie Jean Gray and husband William, Gerry Hall and husband Fred, Daisy Bennett and husband H.B. She has seven grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and seven great-great-grandchildren. Graveside service will be at 10:00 AM Saturday, Nov. 24 at Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of West Monroe. She was a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was an excellent cook, whose presence will be greatly missed especially during the holiday season. Pallbearers will be grandsons & great-grandsons. Online registry and condolences may be made at www.mulhearnfuneral home.com.

MARY OTWELL Owens Memorial Chapel, Inc. Funeral Home Ruston, LA Mrs. Mary Otwell, age 75 of Choudrant, was born May 6, 1932 passed away November 22, 2007 at North Louisiana Medical Center after a lengthy illness. She was preceded in death by husband Hayward Otwell, parents Marjorie and Osie Rogers, brothers: Roy Tildon Rogers, Alvin Rogers and Billy Rogers. She is survived by one brother Mike Rogers of Sheridan, AR; 8 daughters: Nina Jean Martin of Eldorado, AR; Cathy Reynolds husband Leon of Lisbon, LA; Sue Rogers Husband Dal. of Vivan, LA; Dianne Strozier husband Kenny of Ruston, LA; Wanda K. Beckham and husband Terry of Chordrant, LA; Marjorie Lynn Moses, husband Burt of Plano, TX; Ginger Nell Otwell of Ruston, LA Linda Gail Frazier, husband Steve of Choudrant, LA; 2 sons: Greg Johntson, wife Janet of Ruston, LA; Eddie Johnston of Shreveport, LA; 21 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren, as well as several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Jimmy Murphy, Josh Beckham, Jordan Frazier, Chris Boone, Kenny Wayne Strozier and Garreth Smith. Honorary pallbearers will be Jered Smith, Daniel Moses and Michael Martin. Visitation will be from 6:00PM to 8:00PM Friday November 23, 2007 at Owens Memorial Chapel in Ruston, LA with Graveside services Mineral Springs, Cemetery at 3:00 PM Saturday November 24, 2007 with Rev. Greg Tipton officiating. The Family wishes to thank the Staffs of Ruston Nursing & Rehab Center and North Louisiana Medical Center. To leave a memorial message for the family, please visit www.owensmemorialfuneralhome.com.

MR. RAY DELL GUNTER Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Graveside services for Mr. Ray Dell Gunter, 66, of North Hodge, La. will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday November 24, 2007 at Mount Vernon Baptist Church Cemetery. Brother Woody Rymes officiating under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe, LA. Mr. Gunter served in the U. S. Navy for four years, he was a welder in Long Beach, California shipyard for fourteen years and worked for the government in the Defense Department for thirty years. He was preceded in death by his father, Ivy Gunter, brother, James Gunter. Mr. Gunter is survived by his mother, Bernice Hebert, daughters, Beverly Cobb and Julie Hamel. Survived by two grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation at Kilpatrick Funeral Home-West Monroe on Friday November 23, 2007 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

November 24 , 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

DAVID PERCY NEWTON Cox Funeral Home Oak Grove, LA Funeral services for David Percy Newton, age 73, of Oak Grove, La will be 10:00 AM, Saturday, November 24, 2007 at Cox Funeral Home with Rev. Bill Robertson officiating. Interment will be in the Oak Grove City Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Oak Grove. Visitation will be Saturday 8:00 AM until service time. He is preceded in death by his son: Rodney Wayne Newton; parents: William Percy Newton and Gladys Thompson Newton. David is survived by his son: Ronnie Newton of Oak Grove, LA; grandson: Ronald David Newton and wife Jennifer; granddaughters: Morgan and Carlee Newton; sister: Marie Cullever and husband John of Houma, LA; sister: Jo Ellen Manley and husband Herbert of Monroe, LA; brother: Bill Newton and wife Marcia of Salem, Ar; brother: John Robert Newton and wife Johni of Pride, LA; sister: Sheila Crosby and husband Engene "Pop" of Oak Grove, LA; Numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be: Cleve Shivers, Aubrey Allen, Howard Berg, Jimmy Turner, Allen Bolding, Jess Smith. Honorary pallbearers will be: Dennis Rainey, Seth Huffty, Bill Schrock, Scott Williams, Langford Craft.

JOYCE W. STRICKLAND Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Joyce W. Strickland, 79, of Monroe, will be held at 12:00 Noon Saturday, November 24, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe with Rev. Paul Sabin officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Strickland was born in Kingsland, AR on January 2, 1928 and passed away Thursday, November 22, 2007, after a long illness. She attended high school in Crossett, AR and worked many years in Crossett until she married her husband, Jay, who was in the construction business. They lived many places before settling down in Monroe with their own company where she worked as secretary and bookkeeper. She was also the former owner of a nursery in West Monroe and for a short time was secretary for a Judge in District Court. She was proficient at each job. She loved her flowers and loved sharing them with friends, nurturing all to perfection, friends and flowers. She will be missed by many friends who all loved her. Mrs. Strickland was preceded in death by her father, Jo West of Crossett, AR; and daughter, Lynn "Bea" Gorman. Survivors include her husband, Jay Strickland; one son, Steve Jones and wife Debbie; four grandchildren, Sandy Cribbs, Jennifer Wheelis and husband Lee, Scott Jones, and Jared Jones; two great grandchildren, Connor Wheelis, and Caden Cribbs, all of West Monroe; granddaughter, Randi Matuszek and husband John; great grandson, Jace Gorman, all of Texas; her mother, Mrs. Edna West of Crossett, AR; one brother, Herman West and wife Lois of Texas; brother-in-law, Leon H. Strickland of Savannah, GA; and several nieces ad nephews. Memorials may be made to Memorial United Methodist Church or to the Parkinson Association. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com.

LEETON LLOYD HOLLIS Rose-Neath Funeral Home Homer, LA Funeral services will be held for Leeton Lloyd Hollis, 88 , of Homer, LA, will be held at the Homer Church of Christ in Homer, LA, on November 24, 2007 at 1:00 PM with Rev. Barge Elmore and Rev. Ray Anderson officiating. Interment will follow at Antioch cemetery in Spearsville, LA. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on November 24, 2007 from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Saturday, at Rose-Neath Funeral Home, in Homer,LA. He entered into rest on November 22, 2007 ,in Homer, LA. Mr. Hollis was a member of the Homer Church of Christ. He was loved by many and will be sorely missed. Mr. Hollis graduated from Louisiana State University with a degree in Agriculture. He taught Agriculture in Union and Lincoln parishes for several years. He later moved to Homer, LA, where he owned and operated Hollis Feed and Seed, Inc. In later years he was employed by the Louisiana Department of Agriculture. Mr. Hollis was preceded in death by his first wife Anita Rockett Hollis; parents Lloyd L. and Wadie Hodge Hollis; sisters, Lora H. Wall, Vera H. Risinger, and Lyda H. Rockett, and a brother, Houston P. Hollis. He is survived by his wife, Louis W. Hollis, and Stepchildren Kerry Allen, Karen Moser. Pallbearers will be Art Risinger, Kent Everrett, Leslie Hollis, Ken Bailey, Colin Bailey and Jerry Matthews. Memorials may be made to Homer Church of Christ, 308 W. 2nd Street, Homer, La. 71040 Rose-Neath Funeral Home.

LILLIAN RUTH MCKEITHEN MAY RISER FUNERAL HOME COLUMBIA, LA Funeral services for Lillian Ruth McKeithen May, age 100 of Grayson will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, November 25, 2007, from the Sanctuary of Grayson United Methodist Church with Bro. Howard Hudson officiating. Interment will follow at Welcome Home Cemetery in Grayson. Mrs. May was born August 23, 1907, to the union of William Osee and Lois Pierce McKeithen and passed away Friday, November 23, 2007 , at Citizen Medical Center in Columbia. Mrs. May was preceeded in death by her parents, husband: Robert Lee May, daughter: Emma Irene Couch May, two brothers and three sisters. Survivors include one son, Williams Robert May and companion Melba Jean Nations of Grayson, one daughter, Ruth Marie Price and husband Sidney of Longview, TX, two grandsons and two great grandchildren. Visitation will be Saturday from 4:00 PM to 9:00 at Riser Funeral Home in Columbia.

Mose Jones, 87
WINNSBORO — Mose Jones, a farmer, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at River of Life Church, Winnsboro. A wake service is 7-9 p.m. Monday at Pleasant Star Baptist Church. Burial will be in Morning Star Cemetery, Fort Necessity under the direction of Richardson & Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Frances Malta, 81
Frances Malta of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today with a wake service at 6:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Monroe.

Annie Ruth Miley, 80
OAK GROVE — Annie Ruth Miley, a retired factory worker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at New Zion Baptist Church, Oak Grove. Visitation is 12:30 p.m. until time for services at the church. Burial will be in Kilbourne Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Lucille Parnell, 79
CHOUDRANT — Lucille Parnell died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Sibley Cemetery near Choudrant.

Dolly D. Payne, 91
DELHI — Dolly D. Payne, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Shady Grove Church of God, Holly Ridge. Visitation is 4:15 p.m.-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in McKnight Cemetery, Holly Ridge, under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Stacy Flanagan Redl, 29
Stacy Flanagan Redl of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Graveside services 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at Mount Olive Cemetery, Luna. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Monday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Arthur G. Trevison, 84
JONESBORO — Arthur George "Art" Trevison, a retired forester, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Brenda Kay Wallace, 57
CROWVILLE — Brenda Kay Wallace, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at River of Life Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Harris Cemetery, Crowville, under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Lillian Eleanor Weir, 84
Lillian Eleanor Helms Weir of Monroe, owner of a tire center and dry cleaners, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Robert Lee Williams, 78
FARMERVILLE — Robert Lee Williams, a logger, died Saturday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
English, Rosie: 1 p.m. Monday, New Jerusalem Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Gray Jr., Waymon F.: 2 p.m. Monday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Herren Sr., Allen Fowler: 2 p.m. today, Sharon Baptist Church, near Hico.
May, Lillian McKeithen: 2 p.m. today, Grayson United Methodist Church.
Reagan, Samuel Berry: 2 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Delhi

November 25, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

BILLY R. "BILL" BRAKEFIELD, SR. Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA Funeral services for Billy R. "Bill" Brakefield, Sr., 71, of Rayville, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Monday, November 26, 2007 at Woodlawn Baptist Church, Rayville, LA with Rev. Roger Johnston and Rev. Bobby Wilson officiating. Interment will follow in Rayville Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Bill Brakefield was born on February 13, 1936 in Forest, LA and passed away on Friday, November 23, 2007. Mr. Brakefield was the owner and operator of Bill's Motor Company for 40 years providing a great service to the Rayville Community. He was a member and past Master of the Rayville Masonic Lodge, R.F. McGuire #209. He was a 32nd Degree Scottish Rite, York Rite, and a Shriner. He had a passion about flying and riding his motorcycle. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Rachel Brakefield. He was a veteran of the US Air Force serving in both Korean and Vietnam. He will be greatly missed by family, friends, loyal customers, and his dog, Toby. Survivors include his Wife, Nelda Brakefield of Rayville; Sons, Rusty Brakefield and wife, Janet of Rayville and Jimmy Brakefield and wife, Bonnie of Rayville; Grandchildren, Amy Cannon and husband, Chuck, Liza Hiraoka and husband, Hew, Jay Brakefield and wife, Chastidy, Matthew Brakefield and wife, Crystal, Nick Brakefield, Michael Brakefield and friend, Anna Myers, Mandy Brakefield, Jon Brakefield, and Jenna Brakefield; Sisters, Mary Williams of Camden, AR, Debbie Turner of Magnolia, AR, and Rita Horton and husband, Ray of Bossier City, LA; Great Grandchildren, Breanna Foreman, Noah Foreman, Garrett, Hudson Luke, and Grayson Brakefield, Leah, Matthew, and Joseph Hiraoka, and Alex Brakefield. Pallbearers will be Joe Comeaux, Wilson Cook, Jim Adams, Forrest Cook, Bendel Clack, and Jay Brakefield. Honorary pallbearers will be Grandsons, Matt Brakefield, Nick Brakefield, Michael Brakefield, Jon Brakefiled and also Michael Reddick, Don McCleery, Dusty O'Neal, Kenneth Bradshaw, and Gene Sorey. The family would like to give special thanks to Dr. Massengale and his staff for their care of Mr. Brakefield. Visitation will be 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Sunday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneral homes.com

BRO. MOSE JONES Richardson & Sims Funeral Home of Winnsboro, LA Funeral services for Bro. Mose Jones, 87, of Winnsboro, LA, will be held at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, November 27, 2007, at River of Life Church, 127 Ellis Lane, Hwy 15, in Winnsboro with Rev. Deacue Fields Jr. and Rev. Elmer Jones officiating. Graveside services with Military honors will follow at the Morning Star/Pleasant Star Cemetery in Ft. Necessity under the direction of Richardson & Sims Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Visitation will be from 4:00 PM 6:00 M pm on Monday, November 26 at Richardson & Sims Funeral Home in Winnsboro, with a celebration service from 7:00 to - 9:00 PM to follow at Pleasant Star B. C., 1810 New Zion Rd. Bro. Mose Jones was born October 12, 1920, in Start, LA, to the union of Della and Sam Jones. He went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 23, 2007. He will be remembered by his wife: Beatrice Winters Jones of Winnsboro and his children: Lucy, Georgia, Louise, Elmer, Anna, Marie, Sylvester, Joyce, Emma, Leroy, Frederick, Geneva, and Tammi. He was preceded in death by two children: Edward and Bertice; siblings: Rev. E. J. Jones of Monroe, Arlee Jackson, Thelma Hoard, and Jack Jones. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in the name of Mose Jones to: Pleasant Star B.C. c/o Georgia Jones 113 Canal Street Winnsboro, LA 71295

MRS. ESTHER LEE PYLANT Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Esther Lee Hudson Pylant, age 90, of West Monroe, will be at 2:00 PM on Monday afternoon, November 26th, 2007, in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Dr. Scott Thompson officiating. Interment will follow in the Walnut Grove Cemetery under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. A native of Ouachita Parish, Mrs. Pylant was born December 11th, 1916, a daughter of the late Ben A. and Allie McGrew Hudson. She passed away at Glenwood Regional Medical Center on Saturday, November 24th, 2007, following a short illness. Mrs. Pylant was a graduate of Ouachita Parish High School, lived her entire life in the Okaloosa Community and was a member of the Oak Grove Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leymon Pylant; half sisters, Mittie Cummings, Lou Coon; half brothers, Horace and Ernie Frith; and her parents, Ben and Allie Hudson. Survivors include a special niece, Pennie McGrew and a special nephew, L.V. Frith, and several other nieces and nephews. Active pallbearers are: Dewayne Cummings, Roy G. McGrew, Danny McGrew, Jack Clampit, Sam Coon, and L. V. Frith. Visitation will be Sunday, November 25th, 2007, from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

VAN E. LEE, SR. Golden Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Graveside funeral services for Mr. Van E. Lee, Sr., age 93, are scheduled for 3:00 PM Sunday, November 25, 2007 at the Oak Ridge Baptist Cemetery with Rev. Jim Ingram officiating. Visitation will be held Sunday afternoon from 1:00 to 2:00 PM at Golden Funeral Home. Mr. Lee, a resident of Bastrop, passed away Saturday, November 24, 2007. He was a retired drug store owner having retired in 1985. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Bastrop and one of the founding members of the Morehouse Country Club Couples Club. He graduated from the University of Tennessee in 1935 with a degree in chemistry. He was head chemist for International Paper Company before opening his own pharmacy. He was the former owner of the Louisiana Hotel. Mr. Lee was one of the first to recruit doctors to Bastrop, among them being Dr. Cox and Dr. Pollard. He is preceded in death by his wife, Mildred Bardin Lee and granddaughter, Anna Lee. Left to cherish his memory are two sons, Van Lee, Jr. & wife Pam of Bastrop, Bill Lee & wife Cathy of Covington, LA; sister-in-law, Laurie Cunningham of Hot Springs, AR; two grandchildren, Jennifer Lee Wier & husband Jeff of Dallas, TX, and William Lee, Jr. of Mandeville, LA. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Don Sims, Walter Moore, Jerry Jones, Bobby Jones, Shawn Ouellette, Derek Lee Ouellette, Clint Shepard and Jimmy Wright. The family of Mr. Lee would like to thank Dr. Cox, Jerry Harris of Harris Personal Care, and his faithful caregivers, Helen Robinson, Doris Wilson, and Tommy Brandon.

WILLIAM LEON MCINTOSH, JR. Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA A service, including a Military Ceremony, to celebrate the life and going home of William Leon McIntosh, Jr. will be held on Tuesday, November 27 at 10:00 AM at the Union United Methodist Church, 3055 Highway 132, near Mangham, LA, with the Reverend Wayne Ray officiating. Interment at the Church will follow the service. William Leon entered this world on August 2, 1923 in Buckner, Louisiana and was called home on November 13, 2007 under the watchful care of the doctors, nurses and staff of the Northeast Louisiana War Veterans' Home in Monroe, Louisiana. His life was an example of unfailing courage, humanity and personal involvement and will continue to inspire all that knew him. He was a career Naval Officer who retired in 1967 and became a business leader in Winnsboro, LA owning the local White's Auto Store and other businesses. He had a passion for civic involvement which led him to the founding of the Winnsboro Economic Development Foundation, the Winnsboro Tourist Commission,the Winnsboro Merchants Association and the Winnsboro Bi-racial Commission. He further enriched the political interests of the community by becoming a candidate for State Representative for Franklin Parish. He provided the initial funding for the Annual Winnsboro Catfish Festival and authored Articles and By-laws for the Winnsboro-Franklin Parish Chamber of Commerce. He served as the Vice-president of the Winnsboro Credit Union and served for seven years as the United Methodist Monroe District Lay Leader. He was a past President of the Winnsboro Rotary Club, the Winnsboro Chamber of Commerce and the Charter President of the Macon Ridge Shrine Club of the Barak Shrine. He is preceded in death by his parents William Leon McIntosh, Sr. and Lois Estelle Baldwin McIntosh, and his sisters Carrie Almena McIntosh DuCote, Lois McIntosh Dunlap, and Mary LeSouard "Sue" McIntosh Willis. William Leon's spirit will continue to live within his beloved spouse of 64 years, Rosemary Cable McIntosh, his sister Faye Margie McIntosh Wilkerson, daughters Cherylyn McIntosh and Angelann McIntosh Dufour, grandchildren Wendy Lynn Garza McMillin, Nicole Lynn Dufour and Brian Cable Dufour. He also leaves behind great-grandchildren Kirin Kage McMillin, Julia Tosh McMillin, and Hudson Jac McMillin. Pallbearers are Michael DuCote, Reagan Wilkerson, Brian Dufour, Manuel Garza, Bruce Dufour and Jesse McMillin. Serving as honorary pallbearers are Chris Cruse, Hugh Dufour, D. B. McKay, Charles Noble and Charlie Noble. The family would like to thank everyone for their acts of compassion during this difficult time. Visitation will be on Monday November 26, 2007 from 5"00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home of Rayville. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Union United Methodist Church, c/o Mrs. Sue Molsberry, 3345 Hwy 132, Rayville, LA 71269-5805. To leave an online condolence or tribute for the family, please visit www.mulhearnfuneral home.com.

Sean Robert Bates, infant
RUSTON — Sean Robert Bates, infant son of Tiffany McMurry and Robert Bates, died Friday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Woods Chapel Cemetery, Ruston.

Lorraine E. Huebner, 81
RUSTON — Lorraine Eason Huebner died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation of 5-8 p.m. today. Burial will be in Pines Memorial Gardens, Ruston.

Mose Jones, 87
WINNSBORO — Mose Jones, a farmer, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at River of Life Church, Winnsboro. A wake service is 7-9 p.m. Monday at Pleasant Star Baptist Church. Burial will be in Morning Star Cemetery, Fort Necessity under the direction of Richardson & Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

November 26, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

OROTHY MEDLIN Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral services for Dorothy Medlin, 81, of Marion, LA, will be held at 2:00 PM Monday, November 26, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in Farmerville, LA. Officiating will be Rev. Donald Reeves. Interment will follow in Marion Cemetery in Marion, LA. She was called home to heaven on November 24, 2007 at her home surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Medlin and son Johnny Medlin Jr. She was a very special mother and grandmother and she was her happiest spending time with her family. She will be greatly missed but never forgotten. She is survived by her son; Walter Medlin and wife Donna of Marion, LA; daughter, Dottie Farr and husband Lum of Weatherford, TX; son, Wade Medlin and wife Moira of Marion, LA; grandchildren, Sonya Baker , Aubri Sandlin, David Medlin, Dustin Farr, Erin Hudson, Greg Medlin and Steven Medlin, 6 great-grandchildren and very special friends, Iva Pardue and Mary N. Medlin. Charity may be made to the donor's choice. Pallbearers will be: Greg Miller, Glenn Smith, Paul Smith, Don Smith, Lum Farr and Allen Booker. Visitation will be held Monday, November 26, 2007 at 12:00 PM until time of service at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

JOHNILE CURRY JOHNSON Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Mrs. Johnile Curry Johnson was born June 5, 1915 in Kentwood, LA and passed away Sunday morning, November 25, 2007. Visitation will be Monday, November 26 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home in Rayville, LA. Funeral services will be held at Rayville United Methodist Church on Tuesday, November 27 th at 11:00 AM with the Reverand Ted Freeland presiding. She has now joined her beloved husband Lester in the arms of their Savior. First and formost Mrs. Johnson was dedicated to the needs of her family, but she also had an extended family that was dear to her heart. Generations of English students in northern Louisiana were taught by Mrs. Johnson at both the high school and collegiate level. She took her profession seriously and everyone who passed through her classroom knew that she "meant business." She was fascinated all the days of her life by the power and beauty of the language of the English it's power to change minds, and its beauty to change hearts. She was perhaps most dedicated to those students of all races who were s ocially and economically disadvantaged. She believed that mastery of language and communication was the surest method to assure that these children would be able to attain their highest possible level of success in American society. Mrs. Johnson was an accomplished author of books of prose, poetry, and a master of the short story. Her book, Sunspur, was a bestseller and inspiration to all families who endured the difficulty of the post Bellum South and the Great Depression. Mrs. Johnson was an undergraduate of Northeast Center Junior College and Louisiana Tech. She held graduate degrees in English from Northeast Louisiana State College and North Texas State University. She was a member of Kappa Delta sorority and editor of The Northeast "Pow Wow" and "Tech Talk." She was preceded in death by her husband Lester and will be greatly missed by her son Lester Wayne Johnson and her foster son Charles Glen Germany. She was both their most valued critic and staunchest advocate. Left also to cherish her memory is daughters -in- law Mary Barham Johnson and Jean Germany, and grandchildren Currie Marie Johnson, Lester Wayne Johnson, Jr., Thomas Armistead Johnson, Patrick Lee Johnson, Charles Christopher Germany and wife Robyn, Dana Janette and David Ware, and Justin and Julie Germany, also, four great-grandchildren and dear friend Melda Silk. Pallbearers are George B. Franklin, III, Fred Franklin, Roy Franklin, and grandsons Lester Wayne Johnson, Jr., Thomas Johnson, Patrick Johnson, Dr. Chris Germany, and Justin Germany. Honorary pallbearers are Dr. David Thompson, Dr. Kenneth Sehon, and Joey Chaney. Mrs. Johnson's family also wants to acknowledge her cherished caregivers Betty Avants, Roxie Gibbs, Brenda Jackson, Sheila Stephenson, and Shonica Jones. In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the Rayville United Methodist Church or to the Louisiana Methodist Children's Home in Ruston. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MRS. LILLIAN ELEANOR HELMS WEIR Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Lillian Eleanor Helms Weir, 84, of Monroe, will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday, November 27, 2007, at Grace Episcopal Church with the Rev. Gregg L. Riley officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Weir passed away Saturday, November 24, 2007, at Cornerstone Hospital. Mrs. Weir was a member of Grace Episcopal Church. She and her husband were the owners of the Tire Center and a dry cleaners. She was a special mother, grandmother and great grandmother; always there for anyone who needed help and she was always full of laughter. She enjoyed fishing with her husband and going to Florida on vacations. She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Williams Weir. Survivors include her daughters, Vevie Lynne Weir Rea and husband Robert W. Rea, Jr., and Eleanor Louise Weir Ogden and husband Guy Powers Ogden; grandchildren, Connie Rea McGee and husband Stephen, Karen Rea Trigg and husband David, Chad Ogden and wife Julia, Jennifer Ogden Holmes and husband Christopher, and Wendy Ogden; great grandchildren, Brittany Rea Price, Adam Rea McGee, Austin Trigg, Logan Trigg, Grace Ogden, Chloe Ogden, and Katelyn Ogden; sisters, Louise Helms Ratliff and husband Jack, Ruth Helms Nunnery, Myrtice Helms Stewart and husband David, and Mary Helms Bloodworth; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Ray Pierce, Elee Trichel, Chad Ogden, John Rea, Steve McGee, and Christopher Holmes. Honorary pallbearers will be Lemmie Wood, Adam McGee, and Bill Everitt. Visitation will be Monday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to Grace Episcopal Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

THOMAS HENRY MULHEARN, JR. Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Thomas Henry Mulhearn, Jr., 67 of West Monroe, LA, will be held 2:00 PM Tuesday, November 27, 2007 at St. Matthews Catholic Church in Monroe, LA with Rev. Joseph Puthuppally officiating. Interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery in Monroe, LA. Mr. Mulhearn died on November 25, 2007 surrounded by his family at his residence after a lengthy illness. Mr. Mulhearn was a member of St. Matthews Catholic Church and a Fourth Degree Member of the Knights of Columbus Council # 329. Tom was a former owner of Mulhearn Funeral Home and Mulhearn Car Wash. He was a member of the Louisiana Funeral Directors Association and served in various civic organizations through the years. Tom was a former director of Monroe Building and Loan and Louisiana Bank. He also served as city alderman for the City of West Monroe, LA. Tom's grandchildren, who referred to him as "Paw Paw," will miss him the most. He loved taking them deep sea fishing in the Gulf of Mexico. He is preceded in death by his wife of 45 years, Peggy Ann Mullins Mulhearn; parents, Tom and Marie Mulhearn; brother, Pete Mulhearn; and great granddaughter, Haley Mulhearn. He is survived by his children: Mike Mulhearn; Cathy Richardson; Lynn Antis and husband Andrian; Thomas H. Mulhearn III and wife Tammy; William S. Mulhearn and wife Robin; daughter-in-law, Cathy C. Mulhearn; grandchildren: Michael Mulhearn and wife Joani; Gus Antis and wife Frankie; Audrey and Adam Antis; Cory, Colby, Casey and Kailey Mulhearn; Ashlea, Lauren, and Van Richardson; great-grandchildren: Carter Mulhearn and Hunter McKoin; sister, Barbara McKenzie and husband Harry; brother, Joe Mulhearn and wife Nancy; and sister-in-law Nancy Pierron and husband Walter; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be his grandsons, Michael, Gus, Cory, Adam, Colby, Casey, and Van. Honorary Pallbearers will be Tom Sanders, Raymond Winn, Clyde White, Richard Norman, Pat Norman, and the employees of the Mulhearn Corporation. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM on Monday under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Vigil wake service will be held at 6:00 PM in the funeral home chapel. Special thanks to the staff of The Terrace and the staff of Patients Choice Hospice for their special care for our father. Memorials may be made to St. Matthews Catholic Church, St. Paschal Catholic Church Building Fund or St. Vincent DePaul Society. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Billye L. Adams, 84
Billye L. Adams of Monroe, a retired attorney, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Thelma Ballard, 92
DETROIT, Mich. — Thelma Ballard, a homemaker formerly of Monroe, died Nov. 22. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Darius Iman Clark, 27
HOUSTON — Darius Iman Clark, an offshore worker formerly of Delhi, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Greater One Christian Fellowship Church, Delhi. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Delhi. Burial will be in Mount Zion Church Cemetery, Delhi.

John Cosse, 81
John Cosse of West Monroe died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Conrad L. Golden, 59
BERNICE — Conrad L. Golden, a construction worker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mount Tabor Cemetery.

T. Arthur Hatfield, 76
T. Arthur Hatfield of Monroe, a Louisiana Power & Light electrician, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at New Galilee Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Trousdale Hill Cemetery, Collinston.

Jessie 'Jake' Hicks, 84
COLLINSTON — Jessie "Jake" Hicks died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Carter Cemetery, Collinston.

Bettye Jordan, 70
Bettye Jordan of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Northminster Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Saturday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Philadelphia Baptist Church Cemetery, Crowville.

Gary Ray Jurek, 51
Gary Ray Jurek of Monroe, a quality control salesman, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Mary Beth and James Beau LeBlanc, infants
Mary Beth and James Beau LeBlanc of West Monroe, infant children of Jay and Amy LeBlanc, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Billie Ruth Moore, 73
RAYVILLE — Billie Ruth Moore, a sales clerk, died Wednesday. Services are 3 p.m. Friday at Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Thursday at the church. Burial will be in Start Cemetery under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Micheal C. Norman, 62
LIDDIEVILLE — Micheal Charles Norman, a farmer, died Nov. 22. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Liddieville. Visitation is noon-7 p.m. Friday with wake services 6-7 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in New Hope Cemetery, Liddieville.

Jeanne Lucile Oliver, 77
BASTROP — Jeanne Lucile Oliver, a retired schoolteacher, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Bastrop.

Atis Wayne Patrick, 73
DARNELL — Atis Wayne Patrick, a retired crop insurance agent, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at New Hope Church of God, Darnell. Burial will be in Epps Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Henry Peevy, 57
Henry Peevy of Monroe, a truck driver, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

James 'J.C.' Sullivan, 71
WINNSBORO — James "J.C." Sullivan, an X-ray technician, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Barbara Thompson, 52
COLUMBIA — Barbara Terry Thompson, a medical doctor, died Tuesday. Memorial services are 10 a.m. Dec. 8 at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation will be 9 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.

Dora Vaughn, 81
DENTON, Texas — Dora Vaughn, a custodian formerly of Richwood, died Sunday. Services are noon Saturday at St. James Baptist Church, Richwood Road No. 2, Richwood. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Mary Lou Walker, 75
WINNSBORO — Mary Lou Walker, a retired cafeteria worker, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at First Zion Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is noon-6 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Wake services are 7-8 p.m. Friday at First Zion Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Gethsemane Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Ronald P. Walsworth, 64
QUITMAN — Ronald Philip Walsworth, a millwright, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Harmony Grove Cemetery, Gaars Mill.

Robert Lee Williams, 78
FARMERVILLE — Robert Lee "Honey" Williams, a logger, died Saturday. Services are noon Saturday at Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church, Farmerville. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Farmerville. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Armstrong, Avis Shuff: 2 p.m. today, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Barnes, Hannah Pleas: noon today, Mary Goss Baptist Church, Monroe.
Brown, Madell Walker: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Summerfield.
Gardner, Berry "T.D.": 2 p.m. Sunday, St. Luke Baptist Church, Monroe.
Hill Jr., Joe: 1 p.m. today, Paradise Baptist Church, Newellton.
Lynn, Harold D.: 2 p.m. today, Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe

November 27 , 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ALMA CRENSHAW Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Alma Crenshaw 51 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, November 28, 2007 at College Town Assembly of God Church Monroe, LA with Rev. Ginger Gault officiating. Interment to follow at Monroe Memorial Park Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Crenshaw was born September 14, 1956 in Monroe, LA and passed away November 25, 2007 in West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Crenshaw is survived by her husband George Crenshaw; sister, Linda Armstrong; 3 brothers, Melvin Woolsey, Frank Woolsey and Claudie Woolsey; several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews and a host of special friends, and one very special angel. Pallbearers will be Mike Woolsey, Frank Woolsey, Ed Harris, Alan Rogers, Charles Cascio, Randy Vining, John Cherry and Thomas Aswell. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at College Town Assembly of God Church. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

DR. WILLAM BENSON TEMPLE Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston,LA A memorial service for Dr. Willam Benson Temple, age 94 of Bellevue, WA formerly of Ruston, will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday, November 28, 2007 at the chapel of First Baptist Church of Ruston. Burial will follow the next morning at 10:00 AM in Arcadia Cemetery under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Ruston. Dr. Temple was born February 2, 1913 in Sallis, MS and died November 20, 2007 in Bellevue, WA. He moved to Ruston in 1948 and was a longtime professor of Mathematics at Louisiana Tech University. While living in Ruston, he was a member of First Baptist Church. Dr Temple is survived by his wife: Mabel Daniel Temple, of Bellevue, WA; his children Daniel B. Temple of Mt. Vernon, Ohio, Louise Rosebrook-Temple of Harrisonburg, VA, Van Temple of Wilmington, DE, and Jane Rogstad of Bellevue, WA as well as numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. To leave an on-line memorial message for the family, please visit www.owensmemorial funeralhome.com

OMA MAZA JENKINS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Homa Maza Jenkins, age 72, of West Monroe, will be at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, November 28th, 2007, in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Rev. Jason Maza and Rev. Tracy Ables officiating. Interment will follow in the Pleasant Valley Assembly of God Church Cemetery, Downsville, LA under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Born December 16, 1934, in Monroe, LA, she passed away November 25th, 2007, at Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe. She was a retired restaurant and café owner and cook. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Jenkins was preceded in death by her husband, Johnny Mack Jenkins, 2 sisters, Ruth Taylor and Faye Maza, and 3 stepsons, Billy, David, and Harold Taylor. Survivors include 4 daughters, Della Johnson and husband, Wayne, Brenda Wade and husband, Mike, Virginia Hoffman, and Charlotte Taylor and special friend, Mark Worley; 5 sons, Walter Taylor, Gary Taylor and wife, Bennie, Bobby Taylor, Randall Taylor, Sr., and wife, Debbie, and Harold Maza; 2 grandsons that she raised, Jamie Choate and Chris Taylor; brother Malcolm Mack Maza, Jr. and wife, Doris; 24 grandchildren; 29 great grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren on the way. Visitation will be Tuesday, November 27th, 2007, from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe, LA. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

JOHNILE CURRY JOHNSON Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Mrs. Johnile Curry Johnson was born June 5, 1915 in Kentwood, LA and passed away Sunday morning, November 25, 2007. Visitation will be Monday, November 26 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home in Rayville, LA. Funeral services will be held at Rayville United Methodist Church on Tuesday, November 27 th at 11:00 AM with the Reverand Ted Freeland presiding. She has now joined her beloved husband Lester in the arms of their Savior. First and formost Mrs. Johnson was dedicated to the needs of her family, but she also had an extended family that was dear to her heart. Generations of English students in northern Louisiana were taught by Mrs. Johnson at both the high school and collegiate level. She took her profession seriously and everyone who passed through her classroom knew that she "meant business." She was fascinated all the days of her life by the power and beauty of the language of the English it's power to change minds, and its beauty to change hearts. She was perhaps most dedicated to those students of all races who were s ocially and economically disadvantaged. She believed that mastery of language and communication was the surest method to assure that these children would be able to attain their highest possible level of success in American society. Mrs. Johnson was an accomplished author of books of prose, poetry, and a master of the short story. Her book, Sunspur, was a bestseller and inspiration to all families who endured the difficulty of the post Bellum South and the Great Depression. Mrs. Johnson was an undergraduate of Northeast Center Junior College and Louisiana Tech. She held graduate degrees in English from Northeast Louisiana State College and North Texas State University. She was a member of Kappa Delta sorority and editor of The Northeast "Pow Wow" and "Tech Talk." She was preceded in death by her husband Lester and will be greatly missed by her son Lester Wayne Johnson and her foster son Charles Glen Germany. She was both their most valued critic and staunchest advocate. Left also to cherish her memory is daughters -in- law Mary Barham Johnson and Jean Germany, and grandchildren Curry Marie Johnson, Lester Wayne Johnson, Jr., Thomas Armistead Johnson, Patrick Lee Johnson, Charles Christopher Germany and wife Robyn, Dana Janette and David Ware, and Justin and Julie Germany, also, four great-grandchildren and dear friend Melda Silk. Pallbearers are George B. Franklin, III, Fred Franklin, Roy Franklin, and grandsons Lester Wayne Johnson, Jr., Thomas Johnson, Patrick Johnson, Dr. Chris Germany, and Justin Germany. Honorary pallbearers are Dr. David Thompson, Dr. Kenneth Sehon, and Joey Chaney. Mrs. Johnson's family also wants to acknowledge her cherished caregivers Betty Avants, Roxie Gibbs, Brenda Jackson, Sheila Stephenson, and Shonica Jones. In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the Rayville United Methodist Church or to the Louisiana Methodist Children's Home in Ruston. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

LINDA FALLIN COBURN Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Ms. Linda Fallin Coburn, 60 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 P.M., Wednesday, November 28, 2007 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA with Rev. W.C. Hatten officiating. Interment to follow at Longstraw Cemetery in Choudrant, LA, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Ms. Coburn was born March 16, 1947 in Monroe, LA and passed away November 26, 2007 in Monroe, LA. She was retired from General Motor on the assembly line at numerous positions after nearly 30 years of service. Ms. Coburn is preceded in death by her mother, Sadie Fallin. Ms. Coburn is survived by her 2 children, Sandra Patterson and husband Rusty, and Kevin Miller; father, Ira Fallin; 2 brothers, Charles Carl Fallin and Randell Fallin; grandchildren; Andrew Patterson, Jennifer Patterson, Kathryn Patterson, Steven Patterson; several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Mike Lemoine, Rodger Fulmer, Rodger Fulmer, Jr. Maurice Patterson, Ryle Reagan and Steven Patterson. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

MARY H. HUBBARD Everly Funeral Home Fairfax, VA Mary H. Hubbard, Age 81, on November 21, 2007, at Warren Memorial Hospital, Front Royal, VA. Cherished daughter of Louise C. Baumbach and the late Vance Mayfield Hough; beloved wife of the late James H. Collier, Jr. and the late John T. Hubbard; loving mother of Janice A. Hart (James), John H. Collier (Gay) and Michael A. Collier (Christie); stepmother of Lee Hubbard (Joan), Robert Hubbard (Linda) and Pat Gallaher (Jack); half sister of Vance Hough Jr. and Betty Cornwell; adored grandmother of five and great-grandmother of four. The family will receive friends at the Everly Funeral Home, 10565 Main St., Fairfax, VA, today, November 27, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM where funeral service will be held Wednesday at 11:00 AM. Interment to follow at National Memorial Park, Falls Church, Va. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Blue Ridge Hospice, 333 West Cork St., Ste. 405, Winchester, VA, 22601.

RALPH THOMAS Gill First National Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Rounded Up In Glory Ralph Thomas , 65, of Dean Road Winnsboro was rounded up in glory after finishing his path up the Narrow Trail on Sunday, November 25 at LSU Medical Center, Shreveport and hitched his pony at heaven's gatepost rail after suffering from a brain aneurysm. Thomas received a Doctorate of Divinity from Luther Rice Seminary. Thomas also had a Masters in Special Education and retired from teaching in 2005. He was a member of Lone Cedar Baptist Church. During Thomas' life as a minister he shared the love of God while leading numerous souls to the Lord. As a Special Education teacher and coach, Thomas lead teams to seven state championships in Special Olympics and was honored to represent Franklin Parish by leading two teams to the International Special Olympics. Born November 3, 1942 in Franklin Parish he was the son of Lee Ed Thomas and Bonnie Russel Thomas, both of Winnsboro. Surviving Thomas is daughter DeVonda Hand of Richardson, Texas; son Lee Ed Thomas II of Caddo Mills, Texas; brother Ray Thomas of Winnsboro; sisters Janice Posy, Winnsboro and Jean Johnston of Liddieville. Thomas had four grandchildren Kaylee Morgan Thomas, Emma Grace Thomas, both of Hellertown, PA; Lauren Madison Hand and Ryleigh Caroline Hand, both of Richardson, TX; two step-granddaughters Alyssa and Megan Shehane of Fayetteville, AR and one step great granddaughter Aubree Boudwin also of Fayetteville. Thomas was also very close with son-in-law Barry Hand of Richardson, TX and Lori Anne Thomas of Caddo Mills, TX. Thomas had five nephews and two nieces. Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday, November 28 at Lone Cedar Baptist Church located on Officiating at the services will be Rev. Buford Brady of Lone Cedar Baptist Church and Rev. James Carson of the Deer Creek Baptist Association. Interment will follow at Providence Memorial Cemetery in Winnsboro. There will be visitation from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Tuesday, November 27 at Gill First National Funeral Home in Winnsboro.

STACY FLANAGAN REDL Funerals By McFarland Monroe, LA Graveside Services for Stacy Flanagan Redl, 29, of West Monroe, LA, will be held at 2:30 PM, Tuesday, November 27, 2007 at Mount Olive Cemetery in Luna, LA. Stacy Redl was born on November 23, 1978 in Monroe, LA, and passed away on November 23, 2007. Left to cherish her memorys are two children Eason and Kylie Johnson of Mississippi; a husband Brian Redl of West Monroe; a father Jimmy E. Flanagan of West Monroe; a mother Robin R. Sanders of West Monroe; and a mother-in-law and father-in-law Earl and Paul Knox of West Monroe; 2 brothers and 1 sister Stevie Sanders and family of West Monroe; Jimmy Don Flanagan and Family of Downsville; Jessica Cash and Family of Haile; a grandmother Norma Humphries of West Monroe; a grandfather Robert Sanders Sr. of Dayton, TX; Along with Aunts, Uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. She will be greatly missed by all.

November 28, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

AVIS SHUFF ARMSTRONG Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Funeral services for Avis Shuff Armstrong, 76 of Winnsboro, LA will be held on Thursday, November 29, 2007 at 2:00 P.M. at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home with Bro. Karl Huff officiating. Interment will follow at Providence Memorial Cemetery, Winnsboro. Mrs. Armstrong was born on March 21, 1931 to Joseph and Clement Shuff in Baskin, LA. She married her soul mate "Charlie" in 1953. She was preceded in death by her parents, her beloved granddaughter, April Armstrong, and her precious great grandson, Sylas Blackwell. She is survived by her loving husband of 54 years, Charlie Armstrong Jr.; 4 children, Ginger Russell and husband Vernis of Winnsboro; Charlie "Buddy" Armstrong and wife Sharon of Sterlington; Cat Brent and husband Butch of Start; and Joe Armstrong and wife Kim of Winnsboro: 8 grandchildren; Regina Blackwell and husband Michael; David Brent; Ragen Russell; Dustin Russell; Jon-Reese Armstrong; Ali Armstrong; Andrea Armstrong; Tyler McCarty: 2 great grandchildren-her "lump of love", Jonah Blackwell and her "sugarpie", Emme Cate Blackwell: 1 brother; Luther Shuff and wife Agnes of Denham Springs: 1 sister; Maude Gray of Alexandria: 5 sisters-in-law-Violet Shuff; Georgia Montgomery; Bobbie Guyton and husband Pat; Eunice Welch and husband Robert; Eula Faye Coleman and husband Curtis: Special telephone friends; June Wollerson, Gloria Davis, and Bessie Stephens. Pallbearers will be Charlie Armstrong III, David Brent, Dustin Russell, Jon Reese Armstrong, Tyler McCarty, Michael Blackwell and Jonah Blackwell. The family will receive friends and family on Wednesday, November 28, 2007 from 5 P.M – 8 P.M. at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. To leave an online condolence for the family, please visit www.youngscommunity. com.

EDDIE BEATRICE MARSHAL VARNER NELSON Winnfield Funeral Home, Shreveport, LA Services for Mrs. Eddie B. Nelson will be held Friday, November 30, 2007 at St. Rest Baptist Church, 1664 Garden Street at 11:00 AM, Officiating will be Rev. Robert L. Walton. Mrs. Nelson will be laid to rest at the Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Monroe, Louisiana. Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at St. Rest Baptist Church on Friday Novmeber 30, 2007. Mrs. Nelson passed away on Saturday, November 17, 2007 at 11:32 AM at Willis Knighton Pierremont Hospital. She is preceded in death by her parents and husband Herbert Nelson, Sr. She is survived by her beloved sons, Elton Dwight Varner (fiance' Zelia) Monroe, LA, and Vincent Gordon Nelson, MD (wife Brenda) Houston, TX; several grandchildren, great grandchildren and other relatives and friends.

JAMES T. "TED" PARKER Riser Funeral Home Olla, LA Services for James T. "Ted" Parker, age 87 of Urania, will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, November 29, 2007, from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Olla. Interment will follow in the Forest Hill Cemetery in Pineville. Mr. Parker was born in Sikes on October 25, 1920, to the union of Miron and Lizzie Gregory Parker and passed away on Sunday, November 25, 2007, at his daughter's residence in Madisonville, LA. He was a longtime resident of Olla. Ted worked in the oil and gas field most of his life and retired as a supervisor with SSM Oil Co. He will be remembered by numerous younger men, that he taught to work in the Tullos, Urania, Olla, and Winn Parish oil fields. Mr. Parker served as a Seaman First Class in the South Pacific during WWII with the US Navy. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother: Rush D. Parker, sister: Marjorie Parker Rushing, and grandson: Steven W. Wilmore. Those left behind to cherish his memory is his beloved wife of 67 years: Majorie Walker Parker of Madisonville, two daughters: Carolyn Stagg and husband Paul of Madisonville, LA, and Mildred Wilmore and husband Johnnie of LeCompte, LA, one brother: M.M. "Doc" Parker of Winnfield, four grandchildren: Nancy Lachney, of Alexandria, Chris Mauterer and wife Tricia of Georgetown, Deborah DeSoto of Eunice, and Eric Mauterer and wife Christina of West Monroe, one step-grandchild: Lorie Stagg Jacobs and husband Rick of Dallas, TX, one grand daughter-in-law, Debra L. Wilmore of LeCompte, eight great grandchildren: Christie Wilmore Dauzat and husband David of Pineville, Randall Wilmore of LeCompte, Jarvis Perry of LeCompte, Amanda Perry of Alexandria, Kayla Wiley of Pollock, Heather Wiley of Deville, Johnnie Ray Wiley of Deville, Taylor Mae Mauterer of Georgetown, one step great great grandchild: Brian Dauzat. Numerous nieces, nephews, and many friends. Pallbearers are Marc Olden, Mark J. King, Leonard Henderson, Kenny Cox, Jesse Mercer, and Danny Olden. Honorary pallbearers are Joe Cruse, Monty Adkins, Richard H. King, and Kerry "Sonny" King. Visitation will be Wednesday, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM. at Riser Funeral Home Olla Chapel and Thursday, 8:00 AM until time of service.

MR. HERBERT H. WILKINS Crothers Glenwood Funeral Home ,Tallulah, LA Funeral services for Mr. Herbert H. Wilkins, age 64, of Tallulah will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2007, in the First Baptist Church in Newellton, Louisiana with Rev. Larry Foster officiating. Burial will follow in the Memorial Park Cemetery in Tallulah, LA under the direction of Crothers Glenwood Funeral Home of Tallulah. Mr. Wilkins died Sunday, November 25, 2007 at his residence in Tallulah after a lenghty illness. He was an aircraft mechanic and a member of the Masonic Lodge #308 of Tallulah. He was a Vietnam Veteran in the U.S. Air Force. Mr. Wilkins is survived by his wife Barbara Whittington Wilkins of Tallulah; his son Justin Wilkins and his wife Heather of Vernal, UT; his sisters Carolyn Doyle of Jackson, MS and Bobbie Clingan of Donaldson, AR and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Michael Cannon, David Vinson, Michael Vinson, Robert Hugh Dozier, John Robert Gaumnitz and Freddy Gaumnitz. Honorary pallbearers will be Bruce Wallace, Aron Wallace, Brad Wallace, Kirby Fortenberry, William Yerger, Jr. and Bubba Nettles, Paxton Thomas.

November 29, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MR. HAROLD D. LYNN Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside Services for Mr. Harold D. Lynn, 89, of Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday November 29, 2007 at the Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery with Rev. John Dallalio officiating under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Lynn was born in Lubbock, TX on April 16, 1918 and passed away at St. Francis Medical in Monroe, LA on November 26, 2007. Mr. Lynn was a veteran on WWII, where he received many medal and honors including the Distinguished Flying Cross, Purple Heart, Air Medal with Oak Leaf, Good Conduct Medal, American Defense Service Medal, Europe-Africa-Middle East Medal, Victory Medal WWII and the WWII Occupation Medal. Survivors include his children, Marc Harold Lynn, Tonya Lynn Roberts and Lee Jay Lynn; daughter-in-law, Bonnie Lynn and Numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. Online Registry/Condolences www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MRS. EVA DUBOIS DUKE Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Eva Dubois Duke, age 91, of Springtown, TX, and a former resident of Columbia, LA, will be at 10:00AM on Friday, November 30th, 2007, in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Rev. Larry Hibbard officiating. Interment will follow in Monroe Memorial Park under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Born April 20th, 1916, in Colfax, LA, she passed away November 27th, 2007, in Springtown, TX. Mrs. Duke was preceded in death by her husband, A. B. Duke in 1974, a grandson in 1965, 2 great grandsons one in 2006 and one in 2007, two brothers, Cleveland and J. C. Dubois, and a sister, Bema Dubois. Mrs. Duke is survived by sons; Frank Moore Sr. and wife Leone, Louis Brinson Jr. and wife, Cathryn; a daughter, Louise Williamson and husband Frank; 5 grandsons and 2 granddaughters; a special granddaughter Rhonda McRae and her husband Bill; 15 great grandchildren and 10 great-great grandchildren; 3 great-great grandchildren expected in April; and 3 sisters, Decie Patton, Cleo Taylor, and Crecy Duffey. Pallbearers are; Terry, Mike, Don, and Beau Brinson, Brian McMeans, and Kenny Ramsey. Visitation will be Thursday, November 29th, 2007, from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

REV. EDDIE "CARROLL" JOHNSON Resthaven Funeral Home Baton Rouge, LA Rev. Carroll Johnson was born on August 31, 1946 in Hartsville, SC and passed away Saturday, November 24, 2007 as result of an automobile accident. He is now in the arms of his Savior. Before entering the ministry, Carroll retired from Sonoco Products Company after 35 years of employment. He was a minister in the United Methodist Church, having served Grand River United Methodist Church in Plaquemine, LA and was currently serving Mangham UMC and Crew Lake UMC in Northeast Louisiana. He also enjoyed working with the younger children by helping them learn about God using puppets and stories. He also enjoyed visiting with members of his churches. He loved South Carolina and LSU sports. Visiting at Resthaven Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA from 4pm Thursday to 7:00 PM Thursday. From 12:00 noon Friday until service at 1:00 pm Friday conducted by Rev. Leslie Akin. Interment in Resthaven Gardens of Memory. He is survived by his wife, Janice; Father Eddie H. Johnson and wife Jackie of Hartsville, SC Mother, Jennie Johnson of Sumter, SC; Sister Ann Johnson of Sumter, SC; Daughter and son-in-law, Crystal and Ryan Cox of Florence, SC ;Son, Eddie of Hartsville, SC; Step-daughters and sons-in-law, Kim and Jesse Olague of Hayward, CA and Nicole and Brandon Smith of Baton Rouge, LA; Step-son, Kevin Miller of Fort Polk, LA. Niece, Lynn Johnson and great nephew, Curtis Johnson of Sumter, SC; Step-grandchildren, Emily and Andrew Olague of Hayward, CA; Autumn and Taylor Smith of Baton Rouge, LA; and Austin Landin and Jacob Miller of Georgia. Aunts, uncles and cousins. Pallbearers are Rev. Bill McLain, Brandon Smith, Mark Jones, Curtis Johnson, Ken Warner and Tim Fife. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Mangham United Methodist Church in Mangham, LA or the Crew Lake United Methodist Church in Stuart, LA. Sign the online guestbook at www.resthavenbatonrouge.com

RUTH WILLIS MCGEE Cox Funeral Home Oak Grove, LA Funeral services for Ruth Willis McGee, age 95, of Oak Grove, La will be 2:00 PM, Friday, November 30, 2007, at Cox Funeral Home with Rev. Jeff Sykes officiating. Interment will be in the Oak Grove City Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Oak Grove. Visitation will be Thursday from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM and Friday from 8:00 AM until time of service. She is preceded in death by her husband: William Claude McGee; parents: William Ruben Willis and Nora Frances Knighten Willis; brother: Lavelle Willis. Ruth is survived by her son: James McGee and wife Nellie of Bernice, La; daughter: Nora Jean Allen and husband Calvin of Bastrop, LA; son: Robert McGee and wife Jo Ann of Monroe, LA; son: Carl McGee and wife Sandra of Jackson, TN; brother: James O. Willis of Ruston, LA; brother: W. R. Willis Jr. of Mer Rouge, LA; 10 Grandchildren, 9 Great Grandchildren, and 1 Great-Great Grandchild. Pallbearers will be: Shorty McLemore, Richie Allen, Mike Henderson, C.A. Creech, Roy Dean Wink, Mike Keller. Honorary pallbearers will be: C.J. Huckaby, C.W. Jordan.

November 30, 2007 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

BETTYE JORDON Richardson Funeral Home Monroe,LA Funeral services for Bettye Jordon, 70, of Monroe will be at 2 PM Sunday, December 2, 2007, at Northminster Baptist Church with Dr. C. Welton Gaddy, Pastor. Bettye home coming was Sunday November 25, 2007 at St. Francis North. She was a member of Pleasant Green Baptist Church of Crowville, LA. Bettye was born in Forest, MS, to the late Lucille and Claude Bradford on May 23, 1937. Survivors include her husband Oarvest of 39 years. From their union was the birth of Penny T. Jordon. Oarvest is a loving and careing father of his children from previous marriages. Joe Willis Gibbs now decreased was first born son. James M. Brown, Monroe, LA; Bobby D. Jones, (Mary) wife, Jacksonville, NC; Erica L. Jones, Monroe, LA; and Andre M. Jones, Norcross, GA; Grandchildren: Natasha Ramirez (Levi Jonathan) husband, Toshiba Jones, Bobby Jr (Courtney) wife, all of Jacksonville, NC; Gene Autrey Ward, Altanta, GA; Kiya Stephens (Courtney) husband Montgomery, AL; Michael Powell, Lake Charles, LA; Chelsea Brown and Michael Brown, Monroe, LA; Sacha Jones, Las Vegas, NV; Andrea Jones Jr. and Kimberly Jones, Monroe, LA; Tiffany Jordon, JeCorey Jordon, Chandler Johnson, Meredyth Johnson, Monroe, LA. Great grandchildren: Malik Jones, Levi Jonathan Ramirez II, Amari Stephens, Nyla Jones, Omar Ramirez, Jalyn Robinson, Jaden Stephens, Mikayla Jordon, Emarie Jones. Pallbearers are Bobby Jones, Andre Jones, Jake Jordon Jr., Carey Jones,Charles Ellis, and Ray Jordon. Vistation will be from 1:00 PM until 7:00 PM Saturday December 1, 2007 at Richardson Funeral Chapel, Monroe,LA. Burial will be in Crowville, LA at Philadelphia Baptist Church burial site. Bettye's Family would like to send great love to all those who sent their love through cards and phone calls. Words can not express the thanks to all those who went beyond their call of duty. We love you all and in your heart you should still hear her voice.

BILLIE RUTH MOORE Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville,LA Funeral services for Billie Ruth Moore, 73, of Rayville will be held at 3:00 PM, Friday, November 30, 2007 at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, Rayville with Rev. Harold Spillers, Rev. David Herrington, and Rev. Joel Parker officiating. Interment will follow in Start Cemetery under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home in Rayville, LA. Billie Ruth Moore was born on July 29, 1934 and passed away on Wednesday, November 28, 2007 in Monroe, LA. Mrs. Billie Ruth was a member of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her Husband, Leon Moore; Father, Guy Copeland and Mother, Grace McDonald. Survivors include her Children, Leslie Moore and, Gloria and Debbie Robinson and husband, Richard; Grandchildren, Chris Winstead, Logan Moore, and Stephanie Robinson; Step Mother, Beatrice Copeland; Brothers, Lynn Copeland and wife, Dee, Bud Copeland and wife, Mary, Royce Copeland and wife, Phyllis, and Terry Copeland and wife, Alece and Special Cousin, Marlene Redding. Pallbearers will be Lynn Copeland, Bud Copeland, Terry Copeland, Royce Copeland, Josh Moore, and Jeff Moore. Visitation will be 9:00 AM until Service Time, Friday at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneral homes.com.

BILLYE L. ADAMS Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Billye L. Adams, 84, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Friday, November 30, 2007, at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel with Rev. Warren Eckhardt officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Adams was born July 26, 1923 in Strong, AR and passed away Wednesday, November 28, 2007, at his residence. He graduated high school from Strong, AR, graduated from Northeast Junior College, LSU, and LSU Law School in 1951. He then practiced law in Monroe until his retirement in 1997. Mr. Adams was a member of the Optimist Club, Monroe Jaycees, Moose Lodge, American Bar Association, Louisiana State Bar, and the 4th Judicial Court System. He was also a United States Army Air Corps veteran of WWII. Mr. Adams was preceded in death by his wife, June Wright Adams; daughter, Marsha Adams Pollard; parents, Leon Lonza Adams and Minnie Agnes Green Adams; and eight older brothers and sisters. Survivors include his son, Mark Allen Adams and wife Sharon Hammond Adams of Monroe, LA; daughters, Linda Adams Pertuit and husband Thomas F. Pertuit of Prairieville, LA, and Jane Adams Jalovec and husband Gary Jalovec of West Monroe, LA; ten grandchildren, Paige Schexnaydre and husband Clint, and Drew Pertuit and wife Beth, all of Prairieville, LA, Rachel Pollard and Mallory Pollard, Lori Manfull and husband Wes, Tracy Alexander and husband Andy, Kevin Adams, Josh Adams, Luke Jalovec and Maggie Jalovec, all of the Monroe area; and six great grandchildren. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until service time at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com.

GRADY M. "BUDDY" WALKER Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mr. Grady M. "Buddy" Walker, 90, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, December 1, 2007, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA with Rev. Todd Perry officiating. Interment will follow in the Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Walker passed away on November 27, 2007 at his residence. He was a veteran of the United States Army during WWII and was retired from Olinkraft with 34 years of service. Mr. Walker is preceded in death by his parents, brothers and sisters. Survivors include his wife, Juanita J. Walker; children, Gary Walker and wife Vickie, Ann Walker and Priscilla Leon and husband Philip; five grandchildren and four great grandchildren and by his brother, Ivan Walker. Pallbearers will be Chris Nadler, Rich Nadler, Josh Walker, Nathanael Walker, Gavin Walker and Philip Leon. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM Friday, November 30, 2007 under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

I.M. "BILL" GIROD Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for I.M. "Bill" Girod, age 84 of Clarks will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, December 1, 2007, from the Christians Sharing Christ Church in Clarks with Rev. Larry Adkins officiating. Iley Evans will deliver the eulogy. Interment with military rites will follow in the Old Bethel Cemetery west of Clarks. Irby May Girod was born in Hebert, LA on June 28, 1923, to the union of S.A. and Sally Girod and died Wednesday, November 28, 2007, at his residence. At the age of 18, he joined the U.S. Navy and served four years in the South Pacific. Soon after he joined the Army and served 18 months in Tokyo. He is retired from Dow Chemical Co. in Freeport, Texas with 30 years of service. He was also a member of the Christians Sharing Christ Church in Clarks. He was preceded in death by his parents, his son: Kenneth Scott Girod and four siblings. Survivors include his wife of 57 years: Emma Jean Barnette Girod of Clarks, his children: D'wan Simmons and her husband: Mark of Clarks, Jeannine Girod of Clarks, David Girod and his wife: Kenda of Cape Girardieu, MO, Paul Girod and his wife: Nicole of Clarks, Kim Longabaugh and her husband: Darryl of Clinton, MS, Guy Girod and his wife: Theresa of Pensacola, FL, Severan Girod and his fiancé: Tesha of Grayson, twenty-two grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be members of the 528 Engineer Battalion of Monroe. Visitation will be after 5:00 PM Friday until time of services at the church.

JAMES "J.C." SULLIVAN Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Funeral services for Mr. James "J.C." Sullivan, 71, of Winnsboro, LA will be held at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home on Saturday, December 1, 2007 at 2:00 PM with Rev. George Bates officiating. Interment will follow at Providence Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Mr. Sullivan was born May 11, 1936 in Winnsboro, LA and passed away Wednesday, November 28, 2007 in Longview, TX. He was a resident of West Monroe, an Industrial X-ray engineer, and a member of the Protestant faith. J.C. was a veteran of the United States Army. Mr. Sullivan was a generous man who loved with all his heart. His first love was Christ, his family, and his friends. He was indeed a servant and gentleman to all. His second love was dancing. He has now found his place in heaven dancing at the feet of his Savior. He was preceded in Death by: Father-Edgar Johnny Sullivan, Mother, Victoria V. (Emerson) Sullivan; Niece, Brandi Spradlin; Step niece, Mallory Dixon. Survivors include: 2 Daughters, Terri Sullivan Taylor and husband Jeff of Longview, TX, Jamie Sullivan of Bryan, TX; 1 Step daughter, Melissa Conover of West Monroe, LA; 1 Step son, Steve Provost and wife Sonja of West Monroe, LA; 2 sisters; Dorothy Stanitzky and husband Carl of West Monroe, LA, Rita Colgate and husband Terry of Lafayette, LA; 2 brothers, John L. Sullivan and wife Georgia of Winnsboro, LA, Jerry V. Sullivan and wife Carrie of Monroe, LA; 3 Grandchildren, Jayci Taylor, Breana Sullivan, and R. J. Henderson; 6 step grandchildren; 3 step great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. The Pallbearers will be Jeff Taylor, Chris Taylor, Steven Taylor, Steve Provost, Shawn Sullivan, Jeremy Spradlin, James Dixon, and Justin Conover. The family would like to express their deepest love and appreciation to The Clairmont Nursing and Rehab Center, Dr. Hong I Shen, and Southern Care Hospice for the special care given to Mr. Sullivan during his illness, as well as the love and support provided to the family. The family will receive friends at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Friday, November 30, 2007. To leave an online condolence for the family please visit www.youngscommunity.com.

JOHN JAMES COSSE, SR. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA John James Cosse, Sr., 81, Calhoun, LA went to be with our Lord while on the golf course on November 28, 2007. Services will be held at 3:00 PM Saturday, December 1, 2007 at St. George Greek Orthodox Church, Shreveport, LA and interment will follow at Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will be at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe on Friday, November 30, 2007, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. John was born on July 28, 1926 in Shreveport, LA, grew up in Tallulah, LA and was a veteran of World War II. He married Marie McGough of Farmerville, LA on December 13, 1947. They spent 60 amazing love-filled years together and raised their pride and joy John James Cosse Jr. He retired from Wossman High School where he spent his days as an assistant principal and teacher. John never seemed to meet a stranger and his spirit of joy was contagious to all. He always had words of encouragement and praise. John literally left this world doing what he loved, playing golf. He was also an avid supporter of the Louisiana Tech basketball program. John was preceded in death by his father James John Cosse, his mother Katina Liacopoulo, his sister Sylvia Booras and his granddaughter-in-law Amy Lynn Cosse. John leaves behind his wife Marie of Calhoun, son John James Cosse Jr., and wife Susan, grandsons Michael Cosse and wife Anoland, Donald Cosse, and Christopher J. Cosse and wife Sara, all of Kansas. He also leaves two great grandchildren, Katherine Lucia Cosse and John Albert Cosse. Pallbearers will be Michael Cosse, Donald Cosse, Christopher J. Cosse, Dean Xeros, Gary Collett, Kerry Tassopoulas, Chris Cosse and Jimmy Mijalis. Honorary Pallbearers are his brother-in-law and dear friend Alex Booras, Dwight McGough, Steve Cheek, Robert Harris, Emanuel Stravolemos, Alec Mijalis, Gus Mijalis, Spiro Mijalis and the Pine Hills Senior Golf Club Members. Special thanks to Dr. Don Hammett and Dr. George Smith for their excellent care and friendship.

MR. BERRY "T.D." GARDNER Miller Funereal Home Monroe, LA Mr. Berry "T.D." Gardner was born on November 4, 1930. He expired from this life on November 26, 2007. He retired from Scott Truck and Tractor Company after 40 years. He was preceded in death by his wife Helen Gardner. He leaves to cherish his memory 13 children, 27 grandchildren, 2 great great grandchildren, 3 sisters and a host of relatives and friends. Homegoing services will be held on Sunday, December 2, 2007 at St. Luke Baptist Church, 3507 Church St., Monroe, LA at 2:00 p.m. Visitation will be Saturday, December 1, 2007 from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM in the chapel of Miller Funeral Home. Family hour will be from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Billye L. Adams, 84
Billye L. Adams of Monroe, a retired attorney, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. today until time of services today at the mausoleum. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Gertrude Bolden, 71
TALLULAH — Gertrude Bolden died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at New Hope Deliverance Center, Tallulah. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Tallulah.

Adona Cain, 85
RUSTON — Adona Cain, a retired teacher, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Trinity United Methodist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Saturday at the church. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Ruston under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Nelwyn Rascoe Davis, 77
RUSTON — Nelwyn Rascoe Davis, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is noon to service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in New Hope Cemetery near Douglas.

Eva Dubois Duke, 91
SPRINGTOWN, Texas — Eva Dubois Duke, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Elsie Fields, 96
TALLULAH — Elsie Fields died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Thomas Gosby, 57
BASTROP — Thomas Gosby, a laborer, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Joe AME Church, Bonita. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery, Bonita.

Ann Griffin, 33
Ann Griffin of Monroe, a homemaker, died Nov. 23. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Living Gospel Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Holly Ridge Baptist Church Cemetery.

Lucille Jackson, 86
WISNER — Lucille Jackson, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Richardson & Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Levy Johnson, 73
Levy Johnson, a laborer, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Lela W. Ashley Jones, 87
Lela Williams Ashley Jones, retired waitress, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Gary Ray Jurek, 51
Gary Ray Jurek of Monroe, a quality control salesman, died Tuesday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Kingdom Hall, West Monroe under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Mary Beth and Beau LeBlanc, infants
Mary Beth and Beau LeBlanc, infant children of Jay and Amy LeBlanc of West Monroe, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Ebether Major, 97
CLAYTON — Ebether Major, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Springfield Baptist Church, Clayton under the direction of Richardson & Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Henry Peevy, 57
Henry Peevy of Monroe, a truck driver, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Monroe.

Freddie Lee Stevens, 76
BASTROP — Freddie Lee Stevens, a mechanic, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. John Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery, Bastrop.

James 'J.C' Sullivan, 71
WINNSBORO — James "J.C." Sullivan, an X-ray technician, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Lillie Williams, 74
BASTROP — Lillie Williams, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Morehouse Association Building, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Red Hill Cemetery.

Dorothy A. Wilson, 81
MURPHYSBORO, Tenn. — Dorothy A. Wilson, a homemaker formerly of Monroe, died Saturday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Concord Cemetery in the Beulah Community. Visitation is 9-10 a.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Julian 'Keiph' Woods, 21
Julian "Keiph" Woods of Monroe, a gospel singer, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Dayspring and Fitch Funeral Home, Seattle, Wash.

Previously acknowledged
Brown, Madell Walker: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Summerfield.
Clark, Darius Iman: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater One Christian Fellowship Church, Delhi.
Gardner, Berry "T.D.": 2 p.m. Sunday, St. Luke Baptist Church, Monroe.
Golden, Conard L.: 2 p.m. Saturday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.
Hatfield, T. Arthur: 11 a.m. Saturday, New Galilee Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Hicks, Jessie "Jake": 2 p.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Jordan, Bettye: 2 p.m. Sunday, Northminster Baptist Church, Monroe.
Moore, Billie Ruth: 3 p.m. today, Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Rayville.
Norman, Micheal C.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Liddieville.
Oliver, Jeanne Lucile: 11 a.m. Saturday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Thompson M.D., Barbara Terry: 10 a.m. Dec. 8, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.
Vaughn, Dora: noon Saturday, St. James Baptist Church, Richwood Road No. 2, Richwood.
Walker, Mary Lou: 1 p.m. Saturday, First Zion Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Williams, Robert Lee: noon Saturday, Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church, Farmerville.