Obituaries - February 2008

February 1, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ALVIN WILSON (BILL) NEWKIRK Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Alvin Wilson (Bill) Newkirk went to be with our Lord on Wednesday, January 30, 2008. Services will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, February 2, 2008, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, Louisiana; interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Services will be officiated by Dr. Alan Miller, Reverand of First Baptist Church, Monroe. Mr. Newkirk was born on January 11, 1925 at his family farm home in Jessieville, Arkansas. He graduated from the Jessieville High School. He attended Arkansas Tech at Russellville and the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville where he graduated with a degree in Civil Engineering. Mr. Newkirk entered the US Navy on December 23, 1943. He attended the University of Texas in the Naval Aviation Cadet Program (V-5); Naval Air Technical Training Command (NATTC) in Norman, Oklahoma; Naval Air Gunnery School, Whidbey Island, Washington. Mr. Newkirk was also stationed at Jacksonville, Florida and Miami Florida. As a member of the bomber squadron during World War II, he was stationed in the Pacific at Hawaii, Iowa Jima, Tinian, and Saipan. Mr. Newkirk was honorably discharged on June 4, 1946. He was a 53-year member of First Baptist Church, Monroe, Louisiana and served as a lifetime deacon. He enjoyed hunting, camping, attending church, and playing golf. Mr. Newkirk began working with the Army Corps of Engineers in October 1949 in Vicksburg, Mississippi. He was assigned to the Monroe, Louisiana office of the Corps of Engineers in June 1951. He was the Resident Engineer for the construction operation and maintenance of the Ouachita River Navigation System in Arkansas and Louisiana. He retired as Resident Engineer from the Monroe Navigation Field Office on September 28, 1985 with 38 ½ years of service. Mr. Newkirk was preceded in death by his parents, Alvin Forest and Eula Ward Newkirk; sister, Esther Zeigler, and three brothers, Howard, Jeff, and John Newkirk. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Myrtis Mophett Newkirk; daughter, Debra Newkirk Hazelwood and husband Dwight Hazelwood of Knoxville, TN; son, Al Gordon Newkirk and his wife Kandi Rickel Newkirk of Cullowhee, NC; and one granddaughter, Alyson Florence Hazelwood of Knoxville, TN. Pallbearers are Johnny Newkirk of Bryant, AR; Ronnie McKnight of Little Rock, AR; Greg Mophett and Stephen Mophett both of Jonesville, LA; Jack Windham of Monroe; Tom Howell of Pace, FL; Scott Johnson of Monroe, LA; and Rick Lee of Milton, FL. Honorary pallbearers are all deacons and their wives who served with Bill at First Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation will be Friday from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Donations can be made to First Baptist Church, Monroe or the Northeast Louisiana War Veterans Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

CHARLES ALLEN PUCKITT ROSE-NEATH MARSHALL STREET Shreverpot, LA A worship service celebrating the life of Charles Allen Puckitt, 66, will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, February 2, 2008, at Faith Tabernacle located 4901 Pine Hill Road, Shreveport, LA. Officiating will be Dr. Shelton W. Young, Pastor Trey Lewis, III, Dr. Lawrence Kennedy and Bro. Brett Puckitt. Interment will follow in Memorial Gardens North, Blanchard, LA. The family invites and will receive friends from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM Friday evening at Rose-Neath Marshall Street Funeral Home and from 1:00 PM until service time at the church Saturday. Charles was born May 11, 1941 in Winnfield, LA and went to meet Jesus in Heaven Tuesday, January 29, 2008. A longtime resident of Blanchard, LA, he was a member of Faith Tabernacle. He retired from KCS Railroad as a Dispatcher after 25 years of service. Charles had been blind for 24 years of his life, but his disability never stopped his being a "Warrior for God". Friends and family will miss him dearly. Charles, through all of his medical conditions including a kidney transplant and being a survivor of cancer, never quit serving and witnessing for Jesus Christ. He was an inspiration to everyone he met. Thank you God for sharing him with us. His father, George Charles Puckitt, preceded Charles in death. Left to cherish beautiful memories are his wife of 47 years, Patricia Manges Kennedy Puckitt of Blanchard, LA; mother, Mary Sue Poole Puckitt of Olla, LA; son, Tim Allen Puckitt and wife, Darlene of Benton, LA; daughters, Kathy Elizabeth and Debra Jeanne Puckitt both of Dallas, TX; grandchildren, Chad Allen Puckitt, Brett Austin Puckitt, Kristen Paige Puckitt and Lauren Victoria Stringer; great grandchild, Carter Allen Puckitt; and one on the way. Pallbearers honoring Charles Puckitt will be Chad Allen Puckitt, Bro. Brett Austin Puckitt, Shane Carlisle, Rodney Patten, Nathaniel Patten, and Jake Patten. Memorials may be made to the Charles Allen Puckitt Memorial Fund, c/o Barksdale Federal Credit Union, P.O. Box 1139, Blanchard, LA 71009 (318-549-8246). Charles was directed by God to put altars back in the church. This memorial will be used for churches. The Holy Spirit clearly guided his footsteps.

ELAINE PEYATTE FONTANA Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Mrs. Elaine Peyatte Fontana, 77, of Monroe, LA, passed away Monday, January 28, 2008. Survivors include children, Gary M. Fontana, Kathey Fontana, Cheryl Fontana Harris and husband Ricky David, and Tod Fontana; grandchildren, Lisa Marie Nance and husband Michael and Michael Todd Fontana; great grandchildren, Chandler, Chase, Macie, and Charlie. The family will receive friends on Saturday, February 2, 2008 from 12 noon until 2:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to Leukemia Foundation in Memphis, TN, Ouachita Parish Public Library, ULM Library, and the Independence Kansas Public Library. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

JOHN THOMAS MCJUNKINS Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, La. Graveside services for John Thomas "Tommy" McJunkins will be at 2:00 PM Saturday, February 2, 2008, at Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe with Rev. Weldon Bares officiating, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe, LA. Tommy was born April 24, 1953 in Tampa, FL and died January 30, 2008 in Monroe, LA at the age of 54. He was preceded in death by his father, Billy Willard McJunkins and step-father, Rex Bullock. He is survived by his wife of 18 years, Patricia Trimble McJunkins; son, John Thomas McJunkins, Jr.; mother, Sue Bullock all of Monroe, La.; step-mother, Betty McJunkins of Shreveport, LA; brothers, Tim McJunkins and wife, Becky of Longview, TX and Trent McJunkins and wife, Lori of Monroe, LA; sisters, Sarah McAbee of Hartselle, AL and Joni Lindsay and husband, Jeff of Mooringsport, LA; father and mother-in-law, Dan and Betty Trimble of Monroe, La.; brother-in-law, Michael Trimble of Derby, CT; sister-in-law, Peggy Estopinal and husband, Ryan of Nashville, TN; numerous nephews, nieces, cousins and friends beyond count. He enjoyed his family and set aside every Sunday night as Father-and-Son-time, strictly enforced and richly beneficial to both father and son, among those highlights were going to the movies together. Tommy was an entrepreneur, starting two businesses and the managing partner of a third business. He first started McJunkins Tire Center in Monroe in 1980, and then in 1987 started Corporate Computing, Inc. of Monroe. Most recently he, along with partners, acquired and sold Diamond Dodge of Bastrop, LA He was very involved in law enforcement in Ouachita Parish, graduating from the Police Academy at Northeast Louisiana University. He served on the Monroe Police Reserves, Ouachita Parish Sheriff Reserves and the Marshall's office of the City of Monroe all at the same time. Because of his desire to help people, Tommy was drawn to public service and in 1995 ran successfully for Ouachita Parish Police Juror. He was reelected, without opposition, for a second term in 2000 and resigned in 2001 to devote more time to his family and business. Tommy was a member of the Lea Joyner United Methodist Church in Monroe, LA. He was an enthusiastic flyer of powered parachutes, having flown in numerous meets around the country. He also loved dirt-bike racing and participated in this sport for many years. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Friday and from 11:30 A.M. until 1:00 PM Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe, LA. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Computer Lab at Ouachita Christian School 7065 Highway 165 North Monroe, Louisiana 71203. The family would like to give special thanks to his special friends David and Kathy Tadlock, Sam and Lisa Birmingham and Glenn and Tammy Robinson; and to his girls as he called them, Debbie Adams, Wendy Gentry and Cathy Mulhearn. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

LAUREL RUSSELL HENDRIX Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Laurel Leigh Russell Hendrix, age 44 of Columbia will be held 2 PM, Saturday, February 2, 2008 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Eugene Dunn officiating. Interment will follow in the Adams Cemetery west of Kelly. Laurel was born in Monroe on July 3, 1963 and passed away Wednesday, January 30, 2008 at M. D. Anderson Hospital in Houston, TX. She lived life to the fullest and loved to do crafts. She was a big worker with The Angel Tree of Caldwell Parish. She was a loving mother and a devoted friend to all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her husband: Tommy Hendrix. Survivors include her children: Kaci Wilks and Presley Hendrix, her son: T.G. Hendrix, her step-daughter: Carol Ann May of Columbia, her step-son: Jon Cader, her step-granddaughter: Anna Hunt, her step-grandson: Jon Michael Cader all of Columbia, her parents: Terry and Ann Shields of Calhoun and her brother: Larry Hamilton of Calhoun, LA. Pallbearers will be Glenn Hendrix, Dale Hendrix, Ricky Ratcliff, Jamie Duff, Buster Mullin and Mark Mathieu. Visitation will be Friday from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM and Saturday from 11:00 AM until time of services at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 Hwy 165, Columbia.MR. LISTON "L.J.," GARDEBLED Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston, LA Funeral services for Mr. Liston "L.J.," Gardebled, age 75 of Ruston, will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, February 2, 2008 at Owens Memorial Chapel in Ruston with Rev. Dale Oden officiating. Burial will follow in Cook Cemetery under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Ruston. Mr. Gardebled was born November 2, 1932 in New Orleans. He died January 31, 2008 in Ruston. Mr. Gardebled enjoyed playing dominoes, researching his family's genealogy, and being with his friends at the barber shop. Mr. Gardebled was a board member for the Council on Aging, a member and Past Master of Ruston Lodge #106 F&AM, alumni member of Delta Chi Fraternity for 15 years, and a member of Temple Baptist Church. He retired from Bell South as a manager after 36 years. Mr. Gardebled is survived by his wife of 50 years: Carolyn Rabb Gardebled; Children: Barry Gardebled & wife Pattie of Wappingers Falls, NY; Paul Gardebled & wife Renee of Mandeville, Brent Gardebled & wife Susan of Sulphur; 3 grandchildren, 2 step-grandchildren; Brothers: Bob Gardebled & wife Judy of Metairie, Phil Gardebled & wife Dedra of Poplarville, MS. He was preceded in death by his sisters Helen Keely & Eula Nolan. Pallbearers will be grandsons Stephen and Matthew Gardebled and members of Ruston Lodge #106. Honorary Pallbearers will be members of the Adult Five Men's Sunday School Class at Temple Baptist Church. Visitation will be held from 5:00 until 8:00 PM Friday February 1, 2008 at Owens Memorial Chapel. To leave an on-line memorial message for the family, please visit www.owensmemorial funeralhome.com.

MRS. LOUISE OSBON HORN Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside services for Mrs. Louise Osbon Horn age 83, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, February 2, 2008 at Hasley Gazebo with Pastor Jack Fry officiating. Interment to follow at Hasley Cemetery, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Horn was born September 27, 1924 in Delhi, LA and passed away surrounded by loving family members on January 30, 2008, after a long battle with cancer. She was a devoted and loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who enjoyed cooking, reading and socializing with friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Melvin Horn; parents, Ed and Zola Osbon; brother, Isaac Osbon; sons-in-law, Delmas Thorne and Manning Blazier Jr.; and grandsons, Johnny Miller and Elvis Ellis. Survivors include 5 daughters, Jeanie Thorne of West Monroe, Peaches McKnight and husband Dale of West Monroe, Maureen Horn of West Monroe, B. A. Blazier of West Monroe and Laureen Horn of Ruston; brother, Edgar Osbon of Bastrop; 7 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Chad Baugh, Jeremy Perkins, Robert Thorne, Robbie Tolbird, Todd Walker, and Brian Moore. Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM until 12:30 PM Saturday Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. A special word of appreciation is expressed to Dr. Warren A. Daniel, Jr., Dr. Marshall L. Leary, Jr. and the Patient's Choice Hospice Center. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

Joyce Atkins, 56
FERRIDAY — Joyce Atkins, a certified nurse's assistant, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Richardson-Sims Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial will be in Ferriday Cemetery.

Elizabeth E. Comanche, 72
Elizabeth "Billie" Evans Comanche of Monroe, a salesperson, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Greater Free Gift Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia City Cemetery under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Pauline Ferschoff, 78
BASTROP — Pauline "Ping" Ferschoff, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Christ Church Cemetery.

Elaine P. Fontana, 77
Elaine P. Fontana of Monroe, a retired accountant, died Monday. Visitation is noon-2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Charles Joe Lee, 69
DELHI — Charles Joe Lee, retired from the Air Force, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at North Central Baptist Church, Delhi. Visitation is 4 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Faith Memorial Cemetery, Delhi under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

John T. McJunkins, 54
John T. "Tommy" McJunkins, owner of Corporate Computing, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe. Visitation is 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Thelma Roach Meek, 71
JONESBORO — Thelma Janette Gunter Roach Meek died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Monday at Forest Park West Cemetery, Shreveport. Visitation is 3-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Alvin 'Bill' Newkirk, 83
Alvin Wilson "Bill" Newkirk of Monroe, a retired Corps of Engineers civil engineer, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

William B. Smith III, 23
William B. Smith III of Monroe, a Barksdale Air Force Base senior airman, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Pleasant Green Baptist Church, Richwood. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Biddle, Sandra Reeves: 10 a.m. today, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Blann, Gwendolyn Bradley: 3 p.m. Sunday, Christ Church, West Monroe.Clemons, Amos 'A.C.': 11 a.m. today, Soloman Temple Baptist Church, Monroe.
Ellis, Johnny: 1 p.m. today, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville.
Ford, Thessdonia: 2 p.m. today, Morehouse Association Building, Bastrop.
Henderson, Martha: 11 a.m. today, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Terry.
Hope, George: 11 a.m. today, Lake Providence High School.
Horn, Louise Osborn: 1 p.m. today, Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.
James, Joyce Crooks: 4-6 p.m. today, Grace Episcopal Church, Monroe.
Johnson, Loretta: 2 p.m. today, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.
Livingston, Robert: 11 a.m. today, Richland United Pentecostal Church, Holly Ridge.
Lloyd, Obra: 2:30 p.m. Feb. 9, Farmerville Recreation Center.
Mathews, Jerry 'Monk': 2 p.m. today, Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
McDonald, Myrle: 1 p.m. today, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.
McDowell, Monroe: 11 a.m. today, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Delhi.
Nelson, Deborah K.: 11 a.m. today, Marion Baptist Church, Marion.
Radcliff, Johnnie Hill: 10 a.m. today, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Scott, Phillip: 11 a.m. today, Triumph Baptist Church, Monroe.
Tennant, Cedric: 1 p.m. today, Alexandria No. 2 Baptist Church, Oak Ridge.
Thomas, Daisy: 11 a.m. today, Newellton Chapel Baptist Church, Newellton.
Van Buren, Olevia: 11 a.m. today, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Walker, Willie Ervin: 2 p.m. today, Newlight Baptist Church, Wisner.
Wallace, Cecile Jordan: 2 p.m. today, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Weakley, Irene Renaud: 7 p.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Williams, Dorothy: noon Monday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville.
Williams, Louis: 2 p.m. today, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

February 2, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

BETTY MCDUFF MCCARTNEY Riser Funeral Home Olla, LA Services for Betty Ann McDuff McCartney, age 71 of Olla will be held at 2 PM , Sunday, February 3, 2008 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Olla with Rev. Johnny Phillips and Rev. Randy Ray officiating. Interment will follow in the Pinehill Cemetery in Urania. Mrs. McCartney was born in Atlanta, Texas on May 23, 1936 to the union of Virgil Taylor and Madgie Wall McDuff and died Friday, February 1, 2008 at the Hardtner Medical Center in Urania. She was a homemaker and a member of the First Baptist Church in Olla. She was preceded in death by her parents, her son: James Richard McCartney, her brothers: Richard Lee McDuff and James Preston McDuff and her sisters: Arlie Merle Simon and Madge Drew James. Survivors include her husband of 53 years: Noble E. McCartney of Olla, her sons: Wayne McCartney and his wife: Linda of Wisner, Paul McCartney of Tyler, TX, her daughter-in-law: Jan McCartney of Slidell, her grandchildren: Adrain Hall, Stephanie Wilson, Bevann McCartney and Nathan McCartney, seven great-grandchildren, her brother: Virgil Taylor McDuff, Jr of Russellville, AR and her sister: Peggy Nell Smith of Olla. Pallbearers will be Joe Rachal, Billy Talley, Nathan McCartney, Phillip Brehm, Bill Hall and Ronnie Biggs. Honorary pallbearers are Jerry Wilson, Jeremy Wilson, L.C. Smith, John McCartney, David Scott and Frank Jones. Visitation will be Saturday from 6 PM until 9 PM and Sunday from 9 AM until time of services at Riser Funeral Home, Hwy 165, Olla.

GWENDOLYN BRADLEY BLANN Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Gwendolyn Bradley Blann, 86, of Shreveport, La., will be held at 3:00 PM, Sunday February 3, 2008 at Christ Church in West Monroe, La. with Pastor Tom Lowe officiating. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe, La. under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Blann was born August 13, 1921 in New Orleans, La. and passed away January 31, 2008 in Shreveport, La. She is preceded in death by her husband; Earl Blann, Father; Allie Bradley, mother; Laura Fortner Bradley, brother; A.D. Bradley Jr., sister; Madge Bradley Ennis. She is survived by son; Mark Steven and wife Donna, grandsons; David Batson and Steven Blann, sister; Claire Bradley McDaniel Nolley, nieces; Gail McDaniel Lubas, Adrian Ennis Pitre, nephews; Henry Ennis and Gary McDaniel. Visitation will be held Saturday, February 2, 2008 from 5PM until 8PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. and Sunday, February 3, 2008 from 2PM until service time at Christ Church in West Monroe, La. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

JOYCE LEE CROOKS JAMES Monroe, LA Visitation for Mrs. Joyce Lee Crooks James, a retired E.A. Conway X-ray technician, will be held from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM Saturday, February 2, 2008, at Kilbourne Hall of Grace Episcopal Church. Mrs. James passed away Tuesday, January 29, 2008. Survivors include her husband of 56 years, Charles P. James; daughters, Linda Wilkerson of Jonesville, LA, Janice James of Monroe, LA, and Terri James-Hayward and her husband Dr. Michael Hayward of Monroe, LA; son, Charles P. James, II; and four grandchildren, Christiana, Michael Thurner, Thomas James, and Annelies Hayward. In lieu of flowers, memorials maybe made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

OLIVE M. PARKER Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside services for Olive Mary Boynton Parker, 95, will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, February 3, 2008 in the Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel with Rev. Bill Lovett officiating under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Olive was born March 24, 1912 in Rockford, IL and passed away Friday, February 1, 2008 at Glenwood Medical Center. She moved to Monroe at a very young age and was a life-long resident. Olive graduated from Ouachita Parish High School in 1929. She worked at Twin City Printing; Bond's Bakery and for many years helped her husband in the operation of Parker Wholesale. She was a life-long member of Monroe, where she attended First Baptist Church and taught children's Sunday school for many years. She loved playing hymns on the piano in Sunday school and at family gatherings. She was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Ellsworth Parker, parents Washington and Irene Boynton and her Sibling, Ruth Walton. Survivors include two Sons, James Morris Parker and wife Joan of Monroe, LA and Charles Irving Parker and wife Mary Ellen of Daphne, Al; Four Granddaughters, Gwen Martin and husband Dan, Cheryl Spradling and husband Mike, Allyson Parker, Ginger Parker and One Grandson, James Parker, two Great Granddaughters, Mikayla Spradling and Ashley Spradling; and numerous Nieces and Nephews. Visitation will be from 1:00 P.M. until service time Sunday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel. In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home. The family would like to give a special Thank You to Dr. Dan Hutton and Jeanie Womack and the staff of Glenwood Hospital 6th floor for their special care of Mrs. Parker. Online Registry/Condolences www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

STEPHEN E. MAY Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Stephen E. May, age 54 of West Monroe will be held at 2 p.m., Sunday, February 3, 2008 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Frank Sellers officiating. Interment will follow in the Roselawn Cemetery in Calhoun. Mr. May was born in Monroe on October 21, 1953 to the union of Prentice "Jack' and Mary Ann Evans May and died Monday, January 28, 2008 in Laurel, MS. He was an employee of H. C. Price Pipeline Co. He was also a veteran of the Vietnam Conflict having served in the U.S. Air Force. He was preceded in death by his father: Jack May and his brother: John May. Survivors include his daughter: Megan May, his mother: Mary Ann Evans May both of West Monroe, his brother: Prentice May of Jonesboro, his brothers and sisters-in-law: Henry and Dee May of Ft. Worth, TX, Jimmy and Jerri May of West Monroe, his sister: Jackie May of West Monroe, his sister and brother-in-law: Cathy and Richard Hunt of West Monroe. Pallbearers will be Mark May, Richard Hunt, Todd Dedman, Jay Dedman, Joe May, Jonathan Dew, Dewayne May and Scooter Wise. Visitation will be Saturday from 5 PM until 9 PM and Sunday from 10 AM until time of services at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 Hwy 165, Columbia, LA. |0000932463-01-1.jpg

Joyce Atkins, 56
FERRIDAY — Joyce Atkins, a certified nurse's assistant, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Richardson-Sims Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial will be in Ferriday Cemetery.

Elizabeth E. Comanche, 72
Elizabeth "Billie" Evans Comanche of Monroe, a salesperson, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Greater Free Gift Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia City Cemetery under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Pauline Ferschoff, 78
BASTROP — Pauline "Ping" Ferschoff, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Christ Church Cemetery.

Elaine P. Fontana, 77
Elaine P. Fontana of Monroe, a retired accountant, died Monday. Visitation is noon-2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Charles Joe Lee, 69
DELHI — Charles Joe Lee, retired from the Air Force, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at North Central Baptist Church, Delhi. Visitation is 4 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Faith Memorial Cemetery, Delhi under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

John T. McJunkins, 54
John T. "Tommy" McJunkins, owner of Corporate Computing, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe. Visitation is 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Thelma Roach Meek, 71
JONESBORO — Thelma Janette Gunter Roach Meek died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Monday at Forest Park West Cemetery, Shreveport. Visitation is 3-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Alvin 'Bill' Newkirk, 83
Alvin Wilson "Bill" Newkirk of Monroe, a retired Corps of Engineers civil engineer, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

William B. Smith III, 23
William B. Smith III of Monroe, a Barksdale Air Force Base senior airman, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Pleasant Green Baptist Church, Richwood. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Biddle, Sandra Reeves: 10 a.m. today, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Blann, Gwendolyn Bradley: 3 p.m. Sunday, Christ Church, West Monroe.
Clemons, Amos 'A.C.': 11 a.m. today, Soloman Temple Baptist Church, Monroe.
Ellis, Johnny: 1 p.m. today, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville.
Ford, Thessdonia: 2 p.m. today, Morehouse Association Building, Bastrop.
Henderson, Martha: 11 a.m. today, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Terry.
Hope, George: 11 a.m. today, Lake Providence High School.
Horn, Louise Osborn: 1 p.m. today, Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.
James, Joyce Crooks: 4-6 p.m. today, Grace Episcopal Church, Monroe.
Johnson, Loretta: 2 p.m. today, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.
Livingston, Robert: 11 a.m. today, Richland United Pentecostal Church, Holly Ridge.
Lloyd, Obra: 2:30 p.m. Feb. 9, Farmerville Recreation Center.
Mathews, Jerry 'Monk': 2 p.m. today, Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
McDonald, Myrle: 1 p.m. today, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.
McDowell, Monroe: 11 a.m. today, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Delhi.
Nelson, Deborah K.: 11 a.m. today, Marion Baptist Church, Marion.
Radcliff, Johnnie Hill: 10 a.m. today, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Scott, Phillip: 11 a.m. today, Triumph Baptist Church, Monroe.
Tennant, Cedric: 1 p.m. today, Alexandria No. 2 Baptist Church, Oak Ridge.
Thomas, Daisy: 11 a.m. today, Newellton Chapel Baptist Church, Newellton.
Van Buren, Olevia: 11 a.m. today, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Walker, Willie Ervin: 2 p.m. today, Newlight Baptist Church, Wisner.
Wallace, Cecile Jordan: 2 p.m. today, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Weakley, Irene Renaud: 7 p.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Williams, Dorothy: noon Monday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville.
Williams, Louis: 2 p.m. today, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

February 3, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ARTHA LEE PATTON LANDRY Greenoaks Funeral Home Baton Rouge, LA A native of Clarks, LA and a retired employee with the Louisiana school for the deaf, she passed away Saturday January 26, 2008 at her home in Baton Rouge, she was 76. She was a devoted mother and grandmother. A memorial visitation was held on Wednesday January 30, 2008 1:00 PMm. until 4:00 PM at the Greenoaks Funeral Home, Baton Rouge, LA. She is survived by 2 daughters, Shelia Dawson, and Wanda Anne Thomas and husband Mark B. Thomas, Sr. sister Mildred Maxine Fish, brother Roy Patton and wife Dorothy and 5 grandchildren Nicholas J. Dawson, Ashley N Allain, Chelsey M. Thomas, Marleigh A. Thomas and Mark B. Thomas Jr. She was preceded in death by her husband, David J. Landry, Sr. parents, Charlie and Lucy Patton, and 5 brothers Clarence, Guy, Woodrow, Jack, Charles, Jr., sisters Avis P. Stamper and Hazel P. Bonaventure.

DIANE SMITH MYERS Dr. Diane Myers was born December 30, 1947, in Austin, Texas. Services were held January 27, 2008, at Arborlawn United Methodist Church, Fort Worth, Texas. The daughter of the late Percine Crow Towery and Dr. Raymond C. Smith. She received her Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology from Texas Christian University, and her Master of Arts and Ph.D. degrees in counseling psychology from Texas Woman's University. She completed a postdoctoral fellowship and clinical internship at Long Island jewish Medical Center-Hillside Hospital for the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, new York, N.Y. She was an accomplished therapist, diagnostician, author and speaker. Early in her career she worked for 11 years at the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Forth Worth in the Offices of Medical Education, Educational Planning and Development. She is survived by her husband of 37 years, John Myers; son, Shawn Myers; sister, Pattie Menge and her husband, Roy; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; and a host of dear friends.

MARVIN HAYES SMITH, SR. Canale Funeral Directors Memphis, Tn. Funeral services for Marvin Hayes Smith Sr., 82, of Memphis and formerly of Greenville, Miss., will be at 10 A.M., Thursday, February 7 at the West Tennessee Veterans Cemetery. He died January 31 at home in Memphis. Mr. Smith, the son of the late William Burris and Elvira Mottley Smith of Greenville, graduated from Greenville High School, where he played on the Mississippi Division 1-A State Championship football team of 1943. He and five of his brothers served in the Army in WWII where he fought at the Battle of the Ardennes and again in the Korean Conflict. Mr. Smith was in the outdoor advertising business in Greenville and was later a commercial artist and sign painter in Memphis and West Monroe, LA, where he retired from Lamar Advertising Company. Mr. Smith was active in the Greenville Kiwanis and Jaycees, where he served as president. He volunteered his time with the Greenville Little Theatre where he created set designs, and the Greenville Summer Carnival where he served as vice president in 1962. In Memphis, he created playing field designs for the Liberty Bowl Memorial Stadium and helped restore the city owned Grand Carousel as an employee of the Memphis Park Commission. Mr. Smith is survived by his wife of 57 years, Elizabeth Jeanne Adams Smith, of Memphis; a daughter, Deborah Smith Byram, of Memphis; two sons, M. Hayes Smith Jr. of Memphis, and Robert Adams Smith of Whitfield, MS.; a brother, David Mottley Smith of Bastrop, Texas; two grandchildren, Paul Wesley Byram and Mary Elizabeth Byram White of Southaven, MS; and a great grandchild. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be sent to the charity of the donor's choice.

MR. C.J. WILCOXON Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mr. C.J. Wilcoxon, 80, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 A.M. Monday, February 4, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Mark Jones and Derrick Jones officiating. Interment will follow in the Twin Cities Memorial Gardens in West Monroe, LA. Mr. Wilcoxon was born on December 22, 1927 in Jonesboro, AR and passed away on February 1, 2008 at the Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe, LA. C.J. was a United States Navy Veteran of WWII. He enjoyed playing Bingo, but most of all he loved spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife, Margie Wilcoxon; daughter, Jeri Gandy and husband James; grandchildren, Derrick Jones and wife Christi, Brad Jones and wife Tabatha and Samantha Gandy; great grandchildren, Chelsea Jones, Jude Jones and Haylie Jones; brother-in-law, George Golemon and numerous nieces and nephews and family members and many good friends. Pallbearers will be Harold Parker, James Parker, Mickey Cook, Matt Bonner, Dennis Veach and Mike Moore. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online Registry/ Condolence www. mulhearnfuneral home.com

Catherine C. Barnett, 95
CHATHAM — Catherine Clydell Barnett died Friday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Chatham Cemetery under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Leigh Brown, 86
SPOKANE, Wash. — Leigh Brown, a homemaker formerly of Ruston, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home. Visitation is noon Tuesday until service time. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery, Quitman.

Joe Mary Cummins, 94
Joe Mary McKoin Cummins of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Marie S. Davis, 81
Marie S. Davis of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Richard J. Duddy, 90
ROANOKE, Va. — Richard J. Duddy, a retired general manager of Lewis' Stagg Shop, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Thomas Catholic Church, Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery, Simsboro.

John D. Hagan, 88
John D. Hagan of Monroe, formerly of Dry Prong and retired from Colfax Creosoting Co., Pineville, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Hixson Brothers Funeral Home, Pineville. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Dry Prong Cemetery.

Elizah 'Bobby' Hawkins, 80
SLIDELL — Elizah "Bobby" Hawkins, a retired contractor formerly of Lake Providence, died Tuesday. Services are 6 p.m. today at Tabernacle Baptist Church, Slidell. Graveside services are ll:30 a.m. Monday at Milliken Cemetery near Lake Providence under the direction of Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence.

Emma 'MeMa' Hicks, 77
RUSTON — Emma "MeMa" Hicks, a retired trainer at Ruston State School, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 4-7 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery, Simsboro.

Brenda Joyce Holland, 57
Brenda Joyce Holland of Monroe, a homemaker, died Jan. 29. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Prevailing Faith Bible Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. Monday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Cemetery.

Stephen McGowen, 38
Stephen McGowen of Monroe, a computer programmer, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington
Road, Monroe.

Olive M. Parker, 95
Olive M. Parker of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum. Visitation will be at 1 p.m. until service time. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Ada Paynes, 93
TALLULAH — Ada Paynes of Tallulah died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Alton D. Pettey, 80
Alton D. Pettey of West Monroe, retired manager of Hartford Steam Boiler Insurance, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Private family graveside services will be in St. Paschal Catholic Church Cemetery.

Toni Black Smith, 45
MER ROUGE — Toni Black Smith died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Blann, Gwendolyn Bradley: 3 p.m. today, Christ Church, West Monroe.
Ferschoff, Pauline: 2 p.m. today, Golden Fuenral Home, Bastrop.
Lee, Charles Joe: 2 p.m. today, North Central Baptist Church, Delhi.
Lloyd, Obra: 2:30 p.m. Feb. 9, Farmerville Recreation Center.
Meek, Thelma Roach: 10 a.m. Monday, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Williams, Dorothy: noon Monday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville

February 4, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

JOE MARY MCKOIN CUMMINS Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Joe Mary McKoin Cummins, of Monroe, will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday, February 5, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Paul Sabin officiating. Private Burial will be in Oak Ridge Baptist Church Cemetery in Oak Ridge, LA. Joe Mary was born on October 17, 1913; the oldest of four daughters born to Dr. Bunnie McKoin and Enid Wimberly McKoin. She attended grade school in Mer Rouge, Louisiana and Georgia Tucker grade school in Monroe. She was a member of the first Monroe Chapter of a high school sorority, DBS. She graduated from Ouachita Parish School and then attended a girl's school, Sullins, in Bristol, Virginia. She received a degree in Kindergarten Primary Teaching at what was known then as Normal in Natchitoches, Louisiana. Joe Mary married Dr. Jay W. Cummins, a physician in Oak Ridge, Louisiana where they lived for several years before moving to Monroe. They were parents to three sons, Bunnie, Jay and Joe. During World War II she was responsible for recruiting ladies in the Sherrouse Area to make bandages for the Red Cross. Joe Mary was a Cub Scout Den Mother for several years, a member of Ouachita Parish Medical Auxiliary and chairman of the Baby Clinic sponsored by the old Junior Charity League which met in the St Francis Hospital basement. She was a member of the National College fraternity Zeta Tau Alpha and served as Pledge Advisor for a time. She owned and operated an antique shop, 5C Country Store for several years. She was a member of the Memorial Methodist Church and taught Sunday School there. Joe Mary was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, two sisters, Jessie Lee McKoin Woods and Dean McKoin Bushong; a son, Bunnie McKoin Cummins and wife Ann; and a grandson, Richard McKoin Cummins. She is survived by twin sons and their wives; Jay and Betty Cummins of Mangham, Louisiana; Joe and Dot Cummins of West Monroe, Louisiana; one sister; Joyce McKoin Swanson of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, six grandchildren; Erin Paige Cummins, Ryan Deason Cummins, Rebekah Cummins Fuller, Jay Scott Cummins, Mary Ellen Cummins Thompson and Kelley Doucette, also a number of nieces and nephews. Special thanks to grandson Ryan who cared for his grandmother for years. Visitation will be Tuesday from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM at the funeral home. Any planned memorials may be made to the charity of your choice. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

LEIGH C. BROWN Spokane, WA Owens Memorial Chapel, Ruston, LA Leigh Brown, 86, joined her father and mother, Charlie Napoleon Clay and Betty Cooper Clay, and her son, Greg Brown, in heaven on January 30th. We can only imagine her joy at reuniting with her family and finally seeing her King face to face. She leaves behind her son, Gil B. Brown, of Elk, WA, daughter-in-law, Susan, and her granddaughter and the apple of her eye, Christian. She is also survived by her brothers, Charlie Clay (Anchorage, AK) and Jimmy Clay (Monroe, LA), as well as nieces and nephews Linda Huff (Winnsboro, LA), Sallie Patterson (Huntsville, AL), Herbert Gene Robinson (Winnsboro, LA), and Hugh L. Clay (Mangham, LA). Leigh was born in Winnsboro, LA, and has resided in Ruston and West Monroe. She spent the last 9 years in Washington State with her immediate family. Leigh's passions were studying her Bible (often with her dear friends, Joy and Henry Campbell), and doting on her granddaughter. She loved her sons and family deeply, was generous in helping others, and will be remembered for her grace, dignity, beauty, and her joy and faith in the Lord. The service will be held at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home in Ruston, La at 2 PM on Tuesday, February 5, 2008. Visitation is from noon until service time at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Antioch Cemetery in Quitman. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association at www.alz.org or by phone, (800) 272-3900. To leave a memorial message for the family, please visit www.owensmemorial funeralhome.com

MRS. MARY LEE GURAEDY Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, La. Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Lee Guraedy, 86, of West Monroe, La. will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday February 5, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, La. with Rev. Oda "Tuck" Roberts officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe, La. Mrs. Guraedy died February 3, 2008 at the Stoneybrook Assisted Living. Mrs. Guraedy was a member of the Trinity Baptist Church in West Monroe, La., where she was active in all areas of the church's work. She was a former member of the Order of the Eastern Star and was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She was preceded in death by her husband, Mr. Charlie Guraedy. Survivors: Daughters, Pat Rhymes and husband, T. L. and Ila Kay Guraedy; Grandchildren, Shea Crew and husband, Paul, Ron Rhymes and wife, Samantha, and Kayle Waren and husband, Darris; Great Grandchildren, Anne-Claire and Blake Rhymes, Grace and Emma Waren and Keely Crew. Pallbearers will be T. L. Rhymes, Ron Rhymes, Paul Crew, Darris Waren, Earl Hannah Bennett and Gene Rhymes. Visitation will be 5:00 until 8:00 PM Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, La. Memorials may be made to the National Arbor Day, Alzheimer's Foundation or the Fair Park Baptist Church (I Care Building Fund). The family would like to give special thanks to the staff at Stoneybrook and Southern Care Hospice. Online Registry/Condolences:www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

STEPHEN KEITH MCGOWEN Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Graveside services for Mr. Stephen Keith McGowen, 38, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Tuesday, February 5, 2008, at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel with Rev. John Moden officiating. Services are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. McGowen passed away Saturday, February 2, 2008. Survivors include his father, Ron McGowen and his wife Sheila of Bastrop, LA; grandmother, Edith McGowen of Monroe, LA; sister, Ashley McGowen Chorette and husband Tripp of Bastrop, LA; brother, Clint McGowen of Monroe, LA; half brother, Brad Dyer; and mother, Francis Dyer of Dry Prong, LA. Visitation will be Monday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Timothy D. Anderson, 88
QUITMAN — Timothy D. Anderson died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Southern Funeral Home in Jonesboro.

Hazel Mae Boles, 61
Hazel Mae Boles, of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Twin Cities Memorial Gardens. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

Vincent Burnett, 49
WISNER — Vincent Burnett, a substance-abuse counselor, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at St. Paul No. 1. Burial will follow at Oakley Cemetery in Gilbert. Richardson-Sims Funeral Home in Winnsboro is in charge of arrangements.


Marie S. Davis, 81
Marie S. Davis, a retired business owner, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home Chapel, Sterlington Road. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial is at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Moises Delgado, 30
WISNER — Moises Delgado died Sunday. Services are 9 a.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial is at South Central Cemetery. Visitation is from 7-9 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Richard J. Duddy, 90
ROANOKE, Va. — Richard J. Duddy, a retired general manager at Lewis' Stagg Shop, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Thomas Catholic Church, Ruston. Burial is in Antioch Cemetery, Simsboro, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. at the funeral home.

Ella N. Edwards, 98
Ella N. Edwards, of West Monroe, a retired sales clerk, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Edgar L. 'Buddy' Harrison Jr., 63
BASTROP — Graveside services for Edgar L. "Buddy" Harrison Jr., general manager of Moeller's, are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Christ Church cemetery Visitation will be from 5-9 p.m. Tuesday at Golden Funeral Home.

Feola Hayes, 80
TALLULAH — Feola Hayes died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.
Sammy Lee Hefner, 56

COLUMBIA — Sammy Lee Hefner, a construction employee, died Sunday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home.

Emma "MeMa" Hicks, 77
RUSTON — Emma Hicks, a retired trainer at Ruston State School, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Antioch Cemetery in Simsboro.

James W. Jones, 75
CHOUDRANT — James W. Jones, retired from Lauren's Glass, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston.

Luella Darline Lloyd, 79
Luella Darline Lloyd, of Monroe, a retired school bus driver, died Sunday. Services are 6:30 p.m. Wednesday at North Crossings Church. Mulhearn Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Pearl K. Morgan, 95
COOS BAY, Ore. — Pearl K. Morgan, a homemaker formerly of Monroe, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in Monroe.

Sheila Maxine Parker, 61
OAK GROVE — Sheila Maxine Parker, a seamstress, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Macedonia Baptist Church. Visitation is 10 a.m. until services at the church. Burial is at Macedonia Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Homes.

Bernice Polk, 62
Bernice Polk, of Monroe, a project manager in engineering and construction, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. today at University Church of Christ. Burial will follow at Richwood. Miller Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Billy R. Russell, 55
COLUMBIA — Billy R. Russell, a Department of Transportation and Development employee, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home.

Jimmie C. Weeks, 70
QUITMAN — Jimmie C. Weeks died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Edmonds Funeral Home Chapel in Jonesboro. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be at Ansley Cemetery.

Matthew Arnold Whitehead, 19
FERRIDAY — Matthew Arnold Whitehead died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home.

C.J. Wilcoxon, 80
C.J. Wilcoxon, of West Monroe, a self-employed businessman, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Twin Cities Memorial Gardens.

Bobbie Lois Wilson, 82
BASTROP — Bobbie Lois Wilson, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Magnolia Cemetery in Tullos. Southern Funeral Homes in Winnfield is in charge of arrangements.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Brown, Leigh: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.
Duddy, Richard J.: 11 a.m. Tuesday, St. Thomas Catholic Church, Ruston.
Hagan, John D.: 10 a.m. today, Hixson Brothers Funeral Home, Pineville.
Hawkins, Elizah "Bobby": 11:30 a.m. today, Milliken Cemetery near Lake Providence.
Hicks, Emma "MeMa": 10 a.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.
Holland, Brenda Joyce: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Prevailing Faith Bible Church, Monroe.
Lloyd, Obra: 2:30 p.m. Feb. 9, Farmerville Recreation Center.
Meek, Thelma Roach: 10 a.m. today, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Pettey, Alton D.: 2 p.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Williams, Dorothy: noon today, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville

February 5, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ALANA RAYLYN NARON Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Alana Raylyn Naron will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, February 6, 2008 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe with Rev. Shane Warren officiating. Interment will follow at Walnut Grove Cemetery West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Alana was born December 28, 2000 in Monroe, LA and passed away February 3, 2008 in Shreveport, LA. Alana was in first grade at Highland Elementary, she was a student of Ms. Hope Evans and was always a straight A student on the principal's list. She attended In His Steps Fellowship Church. Alana was preceded in death by great-grandmother, Robbie Wheat. She is survived by her mother, Kelley Howard Townsend and step-daddy Chris Townsend; father, Daniel Naron; sister, Crystalyn Swan; step-sister, Lauren Townsend; grandparents; Susan and Jamie Swillie, Steve and Cindy Howard, Johnny and Sue Naron, Linda and Robert Townsend; great-grandparents; Alfred and Margie Howard. Willie and Faye Swillie, Judy and Jesse Brown; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Pallbearers will be Ken Howard, Wayne Howard, Mark Underwood Jr., and Jared Townsend. Visitation will be Tuesday, February 5, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. In lieu of floral tributes the family requests memorial donations be made to the Alana Naron Fund at Ouachita Valley Federal Credit Union. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

ELLA GIBSON EDWARDS Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, La. Funeral services for Mrs. Ella N. Gibson Edwards, 98, of West Monroe, La. will be held at 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, February 5, 2008 at the McClendon Baptist Church in West Monroe, La. with Rev. Aaron Dickinson and Rev. Rick Crandall officiating. Interment will follow in Newton Cemetery near Delhi, La. under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, La. Mrs. Edwards died February 3, 2008 at Ridgecrest Nursing Home. Mrs. Edwards was a member of McClendon Baptist Church for over 25 years. She served as a Sunday school teacher for over 75 years through out her church work. She was a member of West Ouachita Senior Center where she enjoyed teaching, tatting, crochet, and quilting and volunteered for the United Way. She was an accomplished seamstress. She was preceded in death by husband of 35 years, Britt Gibson and second husband of 17 years, Falcon Edwards, and her son, Donald Britt Gibson and 9 Siblings. Survivors: Daughters, Ruth Clayton, Jean Dunham and husband, Johnny, Kathy Folks and husband, Randall; Sister, Velma Daingerfield; 12 Grandchildren and 13 Great Grandchildren. Grandsons will serve as Pallbearers. Honorary Pallbearers will be Ron Barfield and the McClendon Baptist Van Drivers Visitation will be from 1:00 P.M. until service time at the church. Memorials may be made to the McClendon Baptist Church Building Fund. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

JONATHAN CHRISTOPHER ACREE Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Jonathan Christopher Acree, 24 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday February 6, 2008 at Cypress Baptist Church Officiating will be Rev. Larry Eubanks. Interment to follow at Cypress Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Jonathan was born April 18, 1983 in Monroe, LA and passed away February 2, 2008 in West Monroe, LA. He attended Pinecrest Elementary and Middle school and West Ouachita High School. Jonathan was employed at Powder Coating. Jonathan's favorite job, as a cook in the Gulf of Mexico, ended with Katrina. His hobbies were hunting and fishing, especially at the camp with "Maw". From the time he was a small boy, Jonathan could be counted on if you needed a fishing buddy. Uncle "Piggie" will be greatly missed by niece Amber and nephew Cole with whom he spent time. He was preceded in death by grandparents, Frank and George Mae Harper, Nora Bamburg Crowell, John Crowell and James and Lillian Bayles Acree. Survivors are mother, Wanda Crowell Meador and step-father, Derrick Meador of West Monroe, LA; father Ike Acree and step-mother, Trisha Acree of Fairborn, Ohio; step-father, Freddie Joe McVay of West Monroe, LA; brother, James "Jamie" Waldon Acree (Mitzi); sisters, Valerie Acree and Nikkie McDonald, step-brother, Dakota Meador; nieces, Amber Acree and Tabytha McDonald; nephew; Cole Acree; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins; special friend, Ramona Woosley. Maternal grandparents: John W. and Bamma "Sam" Crowell, Donald and Alice Meador, Paternal grand parents: Bonnie Acree. Pallbearers will be Ronnie Absher, Russell Hopko, Darren Brister, Jeffrey Osborn, Timothy Taylor and Anthony Deal. Honorary pallbearers will be Deanie Harper, Lance Ray Meador and Steve Brown. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at Cypress Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers donations to Chase Bank, 131 Thomas Road, West Monroe, La. 71291 Glenwood Branch, Care of Jonathan Acree account. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

ADVERTISEMENT JUDY MARIE KNIGHT JUDY MARIE KNIGHT Cox Funeral Home Lake Providence, LA Born in Lake Providence, Louisiana, on Jan. 9, 1949 Departed Feb. 4, 2008. Funeral services for Judy Marie Knight, age 59, of Transylvania, Louisiana will be held at 2PM on Wednesday, February 6, 2008 at Transylvania Baptist Church in Transylvania, Louisiana. Reverends Jeff Eagles and Lamar Skinner will officiate. Burial will be in the Providence Memorial Park Cemetery in Lake Providence, Louisiana. Services are under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Lake Providence. Judy was a lifelong resident of Transylvania, Louisiana where she was a member of the Transylvania Baptist Church. She served in the church in many positions and will be greatly missed at the piano. She was a graduate of Lake Providence High School. She graduated Magna Cum Laude from ULM in 1971. In 1974 Judy received her Masters and 30 Plus in Education. She started her teaching career as a third grade teacher at Southside Elementary in 1971. She retired in 2004 as principal of Transylvania Elementary School. Having never had children of her own, her motherly spirit was felt by all who met her. She is preceded in death by her parents, Perry Delton Knight and Mary Pearl Beard Knight; and a brother, Larry Doyle Knight, Sr. She is survived by her brother and sister-in-law, James Perry and Mary Jean Knight of Lake Providence, Louisiana; sister-in-law, Sharon Knight of Transylvania; neice and her husband, Renee and Ted Schneider of Lake Providence; nephew and his wife, Rick and Melanie Knight of Columbus, Georgia; nephew and his wife, Larry D. Knight, Jr. and Leslie Knight of Monroe, Louisiana; nephew and his wife, Todd E. and Pam Knight of Tallulah, Louisiana. She is survived by her great nieces and nephews: Mary Kathryn Schneider, Madelyn Schneider, Hall Schneider, Katie Knight, Sarah Knight, Kaitlyn Thomason, Lee Thomason, Richard Knight, Megan Knight, Emily Knight, Bo Knight, and Sydni Kaye Knight. Pallbearers are: Mike Bradley, Buddy Fairchild, Billy Ray Harper, Mike Outzs, Jimmy Stuart, and Wayne Wiltcher. Family will receive friends on Tuesday, February 5, 2008 between the hours of 5:00 P. M. to 7:00 P.M. at Cox Funeral Home in Lake Providence. www.coxfuneral.com

MARIE S. DAVIS Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Marie S. Davis, 81, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday, February 6, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Clarence Kelly officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Davis passed away Saturday, February 2, 2008. She was a nurse in her younger years. Mrs. Davis was the owner of Orange Julius in Twin City Mall for 14 years before retiring. She was a loving mother with a heart of gold and raised seven children. Mrs. Davis attended Ambassador Baptist Church. Her husband of 60 years, James W. Davis, preceded her in death. Survivors include her children, Deleta Sue Gee, Jimmy Davis and wife Stephanie, Carol Nale and husband Glenn, Darol Davis, Chris Davis, Sheila McGrew and husband Robby, and Lena Pike and husband Brian; sisters, Earline Brannon, Dora Oliver, and Flora Brower; seventeen grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Brian Pike, Willis Wooten, Shane Wooten, James Anders, Richard Oberle, and Dustin Fleming. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MARY MCBRIDE MCCONATHY Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro, LA Funeral services for Mary McBride McConathy, age 84 of Jonesboro will be held on Wednesday, February 6, 2008 at 1:00 P.M., at Edmonds Funeral Home Chapel in Jonesboro. Officiating will be Bro. Billy Mac McBride, Bro. Mac Brunson and Bro. Robert Leach. Interment will follow in the Zions Rest Cemetery in Jonesboro. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 5, 2008 at Edmonds Funeral Home from 5:00 P. M. until 9:00 P.M. Mrs. McConathy was born on June 22, 1933, in Jonesboro, she was a homemaker. Mrs. McConathy is survived by two daughters, Carolyn Kelly and husband Phillip of Weston, LA.,Greta Hutchinson and husband Leonard of Quitman, LA. and One son, Louis McConathy and wife Marlene of Hodge, LA., two brothers, Billy Mac McBride and wife Dorothy of Weston, LA. , and James McBride and wife Mary Alice of Goldonna, LA. She is also survived by six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews. Mrs. McConathy is preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Mattie McBride, her husband, A. P. McConathy, two brothers, W.C. McBride and Shaw McBride and one sister, Evelyn Knighten. You may send condolences and view our website at www.edmondsfuneral home.com

MRS. HAZEL MAE BOLES Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mrs. Hazel Mae Boles, 61, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, February 5, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Jerry Hebert officiating. Interment will follow in the Twin Cities Memorial Gardens in West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Boles was born on February 19, 1946 and passed away at the St. Francis Medical Center in Monroe, LA on February 3, 2008. She loved raising roses and also loved horses. She is preceded in death by her husband, David Boles; daughter, Rhonda Aikens; son-in-law, Robbin Aikens; her grandson, Jessie Friedman and brother, Jessie Levele McLain. Survivors include her children, Loretta Steele, Patricia Schmidt, Rebecca Brown, Cathy Boles, Jennifer Friedman, Stacy Moore, Michelle Boles, Jamie Boles and Angela Speller; numerous sons-in-laws; seventeen grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren with two more on the way; sister, Carolyn Waltman; brothers, Ronnie McLain, Robert McLain and Roger McLain and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Adam Moore, Cory Moore, Micheal Steele, David Friedman, Steve Schmidt and Victor Banda. Memorials may be made to the National Kidney Foundation. Online Registry/condolences www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

PEARL KILLIAN MORGAN Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Services for Mrs. Pearl Killian Morgan, 95, of Coos Bay, OR, will be held at 10:00 AM Wednesday, February 6, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Johnny Hankins and Rev. Ken Renfroe officiating. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, South Grand Street, Monroe. Mrs. Morgan was born January 1, 1913, Winnsboro, LA; but had resided in Monroe, LA the major portion of her life until it became necessary that she move to Coos Bay, OR where she resided until her death Thursday, January 31, 2008. Mrs. Morgan was a Legal Secretary and Assistant Secretary-Treasurer of the Ouachita Valley-Cornie Valley National Farm Loan Association, Monroe, LA. She had been a member of the former Gordon Avenue Methodist Church and the Monroe Methodist Protestant Church, Monroe, LA. Mrs. Morgan was preceded in death by her husband, Howard H. Morgan, Sr.; her parents, Robert R. and Mary Scott Killian; brother, Joseph F. Killian; sisters, Miss Roxie Killian, Mrs. Eunice Killian Lambert, Mrs. Juanita Killian Osterland, and Mrs. Myrtle Killian Hankins. Survivors include her son, Howard H. Morgan, Jr. and his wife, Winnie Jean, of Coos Bay, OR; grandsons, Joseph S. Morgan of Dahlonega, GA, Lewin Dee Gray of Bastrop, LA; granddaughter, Katie Morgan of Texas; and four great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Joseph S. Morgan, Lewin Dee Gray, Will Robert Lambert, Jon Hankins, Matthew Hankins, and Marshall Wright. Honorary pallbearers will be great nephews. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral fhome.com

Bertha Brown, 87
Bertha Brown of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Joe McKoin Cummins, 94
Joe Mary McKoin Cummins of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 10-11 a.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be private at Oak Ridge Baptist Church Cemetery, Oak Ridge.

Ella Gibson Edwards, 98
Ella Gibson Edwards of West Monroe, a retired sales clerk, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at McClendon Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time today at the church. Burial will be in Newton Cemetery, Delhi, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Donald Evans, 55
BASTROP — Donald Evans died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Acie Freeman, 72
Acie Freeman of Monroe, a teacher, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Riverside Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Monroe.

Clinton H. Guillory, 79
VIDALIA — Clinton H. Guillory died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Mary Lee Guraedy, 86
Mary Lee Guraedy of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. today until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Sammy Lee Hefner, 57
HARRISONBURG — Sammy Lee Hefner, a construction worker, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Rosin Creek Pentecostal Church, Harrisonburg. Visitation is 10 a.m. today until time of services Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in Heard Cemetery, Manifest, under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Ethan Cole Johnson, infant
WINNSBORO — Ethan Cole Johnson, the infant son of Brook and Dana Johnson, died Saturday. Graveside services are noon today at New Life Cemetery, Winnsboro. Visitation is 10 a.m. until time of services today at Apostolic Tabernacle, Winnsboro. Arrangements are under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Ivory Johnson, 57
BASTROP — Ivory Johnson, a Skinner Saw employee, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

James W. Jones, 77
CHOUDRANT — James W. Jones, a route manager, died Saturday. Services are 4 p.m. Wednesday at New Hope Baptist Church, Choudrant. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Acree Cemetery, Point, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Eleanor Claire Justice, 70
MER ROUGE — Eleanor Claire Justice, a thoracic surgeon, died Sunday. Services are 3:30 p.m. Wednesday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Stephen K. McGowen, 38
Stephen Keith McGowen of Monroe, a computer programmer, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Beatrice Nelson, 91
Beatrice Nelson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

James S. Parrott, 72
CHATHAM — James S. Parrott, an electrician, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Toni D. Black Smith, 45
MER ROUGE — Toni Danette Black Smith, a homemaker, died Friday. Services will be 2 p.m. Wednesday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Mer Rouge Cemetery.

Betty C. Sorey, 71
Betty C. Sorey of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Bobby Sumler, 54
Bobby Sumler of Monroe, a truck driver, died Jan. 29. Services are 11 a.m. today at Macedonia Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Matthew A. Whitehead, 19
FERRIDAY — Matthew Arnold Whitehead, a student and restaurant worker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Lismore Baptist Church Cemetery.

Theola Wilson, 91
Theola Wilson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Nebo Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in J.S. Clark Cemetery, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Boles, Hazel Mae: 10 a.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Brown, Leigh: 2 p.m. today, Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.
Burnett, Vincent: 1 p.m. Wednesday, St. Paul No. 1 Church, Wisner.
Davis, Marie S.: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Delgado, Moises: 9 a.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Duddy, Richard J.: 11 a.m. today, St. Thomas Catholic Church, Ruston.
Harrison Jr., Edgar L. "Buddy": 2 p.m. Wednesday, Christ Church, Bastrop.
Holland, Brenda Joyce: 11 a.m. today, Prevailing Faith Bible Church, Monroe.
Lloyd, Luella Darline: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, North Crossings Church.
Lloyd, Obra: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Farmerville Recreation Center.
Weeks, Jimmie C.: 11 a.m. today, Edmonds Funeral Home Chapel, Jonesboro.
Wilson, Bobbie Lois: 1:30 p.m. today, Magnolia Cemetery, Tullos

February 6, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

BILLY RICHARD RUSSELL Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Billy Richard Russell, age 55 of Kelly will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, February 6, 2008 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Julius Russell officiating and Eugene Dunn speaking. Interment will follow in Old Bethel Cemetery in Grayson. Mr. Russell was born in Columbia on March 18, 1952 to the union of Hebert Ezra and Doris Elaine Claunce Russell and passed away Sunday, February 3, 2008 at Citizens Medical Center. He was retired from the Department of Transportation and Development and previously worked as a truck driver for Double R Trucking. He was a member of the National Angus Assoc. and Cross Roads Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his father. Survivors include his wife, Patricia Barkley Russell of Kelly, his mother, Elaine Claunch Russell of Kelly, his daughters and son-in-law, Cathy and Gary Crossfield of Norfolk, VA and Karen Russell of Tallulah, his son, William Russell of Kelly, his brother and sister-in-law, Danny and Sue Russell of Monroe, his sister and brother-in-law, Marilyn and John McCoy of Monroe, three grandchildren, Alexis Crossfield, Andrew Crossfield, and Hunter Robbins. Pallbearers will be Paul McCoy, Brandon Robertson, Phillip Wilkins, Chris Fitzgerald, Keith Barkley, and Tommy Weller. Honorary pallbearers are Lee Barkley, and his co-workers with DOTD and Double R. Trucking. Visitation will be Wednesday from 4:00 PM until 9:00 PM and Thursday from 10:00 AM until time of service at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 Hwy 165, Columbia, LA. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Cancer Society and Pilots for Patients.

JAMES STOKE PARROTT Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Funeral services for Mr. James Stoke Parrott, 72, of Eros, LA will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday February 7, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Rev. Franklin Pierce officiating. Burial will be in the Chatham Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Mr. Parrott died February 4, 2008 at his residence. Mr. Parrott was a veteran of the United States Airforce serving in the Korean Conflict. Mr. Parrott was preceded in death by his parents, Mut and Addie Parrott; brother, Lloyd Parrott. Survivors include his wife Glen Parrott; sons, Jimmy L. Parrott, Sr., Jerry W. Parrott and wife Susie; grandchildren, Jimmy Jr., Jessica, Lacey, Amy and Lauren Parrott; sister-in-law, Paula Parrott. Pallbearers will be Jimmy Parrott, Sr., Jimmy Parrott, Jr, Bobo Barr, Wayne Waggoner, Dale Waggoner and Tim Harper. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Wednesday February 6, 2008 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the St. Jude Children's Hospital. Online Registry/Condolence www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

JOHN MILTON RHORER Wilbert Funeral Home Plaquemine, LA Funeral services for John Milton Rhorer, 87, of Plaquemine will be at 11:00 AM, Thursday, February 7 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Plaquemine with visitation in the church from 8:30 until 11:00 AM. He died February 3 at the home of his daughter, Donna, in Monroe, Louisiana. Mr. Rhorer, the son of the late Philip Goode Rhorer and Sybil Marionneaux Rhorer Brown, graduated from Plaquemine High School in 1938. On April 5, 1944, he married Magdalen Louise Hebert, and she was his beloved wife for 64 years. As a member of the U. S. Navy in WWII, he served in the Pacific Theater. He was stationed in San Diego, California, and Whidbey Island, Washington. Mr. Rhorer retired from the Civil Engineering Unit of the Louisiana Department of Highways in 1977 and reveled in years spent in purposeful retirement. A dedicated gardener and an avid fisherman, Mr. Rhorer enjoyed the outdoors and particularly delighted in sharing the intricacies and secrets of fishing with his grandchildren. He was also a member of St. John the Evangelist Church and the Plaquemine chapter of the Knights of Columbus, and American Legion Home Post, No. 167. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, 4 brothers: P. G. Rhorer, Edward Hawley Rhorer, Walter Marionneaux Rhorer, and James Berkeley Rhorer, and his only sister: Kathleen Rhorer Landry. He is survived by his aunt, Margaret Marionneaux of Plaquemine; three daughters, Dr. Donna R. Kjeldaas and her husband Per Martin Kjeldaas of Monroe; Judy Louise Rhorer, also of Monroe, and Sybil R. Lefebvre and her husband, Dr. Richard Anthony Lefebvre, Sr. of Monroe; five grandchildren, John Rhorer Higdon, Sr. and his wife Sheri Judice Higdon of Centerville; Mary Mixon Wilbert Higdon Brinkerhoff and her husband, William Robert Brinkerhoff of Monroe; Angela Williams Watts and husband Dale Lee Watts of Watson; Dr. Richard Anthony Lefebvre, Jr. of Monroe; and Lauren Magdalen Lefebvre of Baton Rouge; four great grandchildren, Carolyn Louise Higdon and her brother, John Rhorer Higdon, Jr. of Centerville; Emily Claire Brinkerhoff of Monroe, and Madeleine Leigh Watts of Watson; and numerous nieces and nephews including John Hawley Landry and Edward Hawley "Skipper" Rhorer. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be sent to the charity of the donor's choice or to the Coalition for Pulmonary Fibrosis.

JOHNNIE MAE WOMACK PARKER Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Johnnie Mae Womack Parker, 91 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, February 6, 2008, Mt. Vernon Baptist Church. Officiating will be Rev. Woody Rimes. Interment to follow at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Born February 17, 1916 in Dodson, LA., she passed away February 4, 2008 in West Monroe, LA. She was a member of MVBC for 55 years, the youngest of nine children of Jack and Mary Etta Womack, formerly of the Gaars Mill community, Winn Parish, the last of the nine to leave this earthly home. She is survived by husband, Marshal Parker; children, Ralph Parker; Donald Parker, wife Lana; Jeanette Rogers, husband Gene; five grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Visitation will be Wednesday from 10:00 AM until service time at the church. Honorary pallbearers, Walter Gates, Jr, J. E. Wilkes, and Erby Tisdale. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

MAGDALEN LOUISE H. Rhorer Wilbert Funeral Home Plaquemine, LA Funeral services for Magdalen Louise H. Rhorer, 84, of Plaquemine will be at 11:00 AM, Thursday, February 7 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Plaquemine with visitation in the church from 8:30 until 11:00 AM. Recently, she was cared for in the Monroe home of her daughter, Sybil, assisted by her other daughter, Judy; but she died February 4 at St. Francis Hospital, in Monroe, Louisiana. Mrs. Rhorer, was lovingly parented and supported by her mother, Louise Dubois Hebert, and her maternal grandmother, Celestine LeBlanc Dubois. She graduated from St. John's High School in 1941 and later from Baton Rouge Business College. On April 5, 1944, she married John Milton Rhorer, and he was her cherished husband for 64 years. Mrs. Rhorer retired in 1987, from Citizens' Bank and Trust where she served as branch manager and bank loan officer. A dedicated homemaker, Mrs. Rhorer enjoyed large gatherings and spared no amount of preparation for family or friends. She loved her grandchildren and great grandchildren, and they loved nothing more than to gather around her for a card game of Old Maid or Fish. She also enjoyed time with her many friends and was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church, the Catholic Daughters of America, the Plaquemine Garden Club, and the Women's Auxiliary of River West Medical Center. She was preceded in death by her mother, grandmother, and husband. She is survived by her three daughters, Dr. Donna R. Kjeldaas and her husband Per Martin Kjeldaas of Monroe; Judy Louise Rhorer, also of Monroe, and Sybil R. Lefebvre and her husband, Dr. Richard Anthony Lefebvre, Sr. of Monroe; five grandchildren, John Rhorer Higdon, Sr. and his wife Sheri Judice Higdon of Centerville; Mary Mixon Wilbert Higdon Brinkerhoff and her husband, William Robert Brinkerhoff of Monroe; Angela Williams Watts and husband Dale Lee Watts of Watson; Dr. Richard Anthony Lefebvre, Jr. of Monroe; and Lauren Magdalen Lefebvre of Baton Rouge; four great grandchildren, Carolyn Louise Higdon and her brother, John Rhorer Higdon, Jr. of Centerville; Emily Claire Brinkerhoff of Monroe, Madeleine Leigh Watts of Watson; and numerous cousins. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be sent to the charity of the donor's choice, or to the Feist-Weiler Cancer Center, LSU Medical Center, Shreveport, Louisiana, or to LifeShare Blood Centers in Shreveport.

MRS. BETTY C. SOREY Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Ms. Betty C. Sorey, 71, of West Monroe, will be held on Thursday, February 7th, 2008, at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Officiating will be Bill Smith. Interment will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA, under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Born August 19th, 1936, in Bernice, LA, she was a daughter of the late Ray and Vera Mabry Telford. She passed away Sunday, February 3rd, 2008, in West Monroe. A homemaker and loving mother and grandmother, Mrs. Sorey was a long-time member of Whites Ferry Road Church of Christ. Survivors include her daughter, Cindy Moore and husband, Steve; her son, Ray Sorey and his wife, Elizabeth; 3 grandchildren, Beth Sorey, Chelsea and Jonathan Moore; her sister, Patsy Hobson; her brother, Brodie Telford; and a number of aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Pallbearers Brice Telford, Sean Rogers, Christopher Long, Jamie Hobson, Jimmy Telford, Van Grafton, Larry Earwood, and Gary Simmons. Visitation will be Wednesday, February 6th, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

Jonathan C. Acree, 24
Jonathan Christopher Acree of West Monroe, a contractor, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Cypress Baptist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Donny Allen, 49
DOWNSVILLE — Donny Allen, a DC Drilling Co. consultant, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.


Gloriastean Bell, 61
NATCHEZ, Miss. — Gloriastean Bell, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Joan Noyes Berry, 74
LONGVIEW, Texas — Joan Noyes Berry died Monday. Memorial services are 11 a.m. Thursday at First United Methodist Church, Longview, under the direction of LeRoy Radar Funeral Home, Longview.

Linda R. Borne, 60
WISNER — Linda R. Borne, a homemaker, died Monday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Masonic No. 1 Cemetery, New Orleans under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Bertha Duckett Brown, 87
Bertha Duckett Brown of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monrooe.

Bennie J. Dean, 79
RUSTON — Bennie J. Dean, a retired laborer, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Bethany Baptist Church, Quitman. Visitation is 4-6 p.m. today at Miller Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in St. Rest Cemetery, Quitman.

Mary E. Dumas, 73
Mary E. Dumas of Monroe, a private sitter, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Swartz Assembly of God Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Geraldine R. Golsby, 69
WINNSBORO — Geraldine Crain Rushing Golsby, a retired Big A Auto Parts shipping and receiving clerk, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Oak Grove Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Winnsboro under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Clinton H. Guillory, 79
VIDALIA — Clinton H. "Sonny" Guillory, a Jack McGowan Co. heavy equipment operator, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Natchez (Miss.) City Cemetery.

Alvin Glen Jackson, 53
Alvin Glen Jackson, a real estate entrepreneur, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Rose M. Kassah, 80
CHOUDRANT — Rose M. Kassah died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Judy Marie Knight, 59
TRANSYLVANIA — Judy Marie Knight, an educator, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Transylvania Baptist Church. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery, Lake Providence under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Lake Providence.

Ruby Smith Meredith, 89
GRAYSON — Ruby Smith Meredith, a retired nurses' aide, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today and 8 a.m. until service time Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Old Hebron Cemetery near Sikes.

Pearl Killian Morgan, 95
COOS BAY, Ore. — Pearl Killian Morgan, a homemaker formerly of Monroe, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Monroe.

Alana Raylyn Naron, 7
Alana Raylyn Naron of West Monroe, a student, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Walnut Grove Cemetery, West Monroe.

Beatrice Nelson, 91
Beatrice Nelson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

George A. O'Neal Jr., 82
George Aubrey O'Neal Jr. of Monroe, a purchasing agent, died Monday. Graveside services are 4 p.m. Thursday at Sibley Cemetery, Choudrant. Burial will be in Sibley Cemetery under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Rashita Pendleton, 16
Rashita Lashell Pendleton of Monroe, a Richwood High School student, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Vaughn Clayton Purdy, 78
Vaughn Clayton Purdy of West Monroe, a heavy equipment operator, died Tuesday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Calhoun Assembly of God Church. Burial will be in Beulah Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Jo Ann Rutledge, 68
Jo Ann Rutledge of West Monroe, a retired clothing assembly line worker, died Monday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Walnut Grove Cemetery, West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

John L. Smith, 54
John L. Smith of Monroe, a parts salesman, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Ronald Steve Temple, 58
CHASE — Ronald Steve Temple, an iron worker and lawn care service employee, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Blanche Corbitt Walker, 99
JONESBORO — Blanche Corbitt Walker, a teacher, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 3-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Old Saline Cemetery.

Girtrue F. Brown Wall, 89
Girtrue F. Brown Wall of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Visitation is noon until service time Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Other arrangements are incomplete.

Previously acknowledged
Burnett, Vincent: 1 p.m. today, St. Paul No. 1 Church, Wisner.
Davis, Marie S.: 2 p.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Freeman, Acie: 10 a.m. Saturday, Riverside Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe.
Harrison Jr., Edgar L. "Buddy": 2 p.m. today, Christ Church, Bastrop.
Hefner, Sammy Lee: 11 a.m. today, Rosin Creek Pentecostal Church, Harrisonburg.
Jones, James W.: 4 p.m. today, New Hope Baptist Church, Choudrant.
Justice, Eleanor Claire: 3:30 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Lloyd, Luella Darline: 6:30 p.m. today, North Crossings Church.
Lloyd, Obra: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Farmerville Recreation Center.
Smith, Toni Danette Black: 2 p.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Sorey, Betty C.: 2 p.m. Thursday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Whitehead, Matthew A.: 2 p.m. today, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Wilson, Theola: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Nebo Baptist Church, Monroe

February 7, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

DONNY ALLEN FARRAR FUNERAL HOME Farmerville, LA Funeral services Donny Allen, 49, of Downsville will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, February 8, 2008 at Bethel Baptist Church, Downsville with Bro. Laymon Tucker officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Nebo Cemetery, Downsville under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mr. Allen, an oilfield consultant for D.C. International, died February 4th. He was a member of Downsville Baptist Church and a member of Twin Creek Hunting Club. He was preceded in death by his father, Donald Allen. Survivors are his wife, Mollie Allen; 2 daughters: Lindsey Allen and Savannah Allen; mother, Syble Allen all of Downsville; a sister, Pam Russell & husband, Steve of TX; and a host of other relatives and friends. Visitation will be 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Thursday at Farrar Funeral Home of Farmerville. Online messages may be sent to the family at www.farrarfh.com.

EUNICE VIOLA BUIE Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, Louisiana Services for Mrs. Eunice Viola Brown Buie , 79, of Mangham, LA. will at 10:00 AM Friday, February 8, 2008 at the Mulhearn Chapel in Rayville with Rev. Gary Garrison and Rev. Cecil Gregory officiating with interment to follow in the Lone Cherry Cemetery near Mangham, LA, under the directions of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Rayville. Mrs. Buie was a member of the New Light Baptist Church, Mangham. Mrs. Buie was preceded in death by her parents; Otis and Harrit Brown, husband; Carl W. "Bo" Buie, sister; Margie Harwell, brothers; John Brown and Ralph Brown. She is survived by five daughters; Virginia B. Jones and husband, Ed of West Monroe, LA, Elizabeth B. Schooler and husband, "Bubba" of Mangham, LA, K. B. Frost and husband Johnny of Millry, Alabama, Carla B. Martin and husband Keith of West Monroe, LA, and Karen B. Tidwell and husband Jeff of Oneonta, AL. Grandchildren; Ken Jones and wife Robin, Chris Jones and wife Shelia , Michael Schooler, Melissa Manderson and husband, Eran, Raychel Whitlock, Katie Chriss, and Madison Tidwell. Great Grandchildren; Whitney Jones and Jennifer, Matt Jones, Landon Jones, Ethan Jones, and Ashton Jones.One Great Great Granddaughter; Ella Kate Jones. Pallbearers will be nephews; Robert Neal Harwell,Larry Harwell,Neal Harwell, Jay Brown, Ferris Patterson, and Shelton Baker. Honorary pallbearers will be Paul Brown, Tom Brown, Ed Brown, Richard Brown and Ronald Brown. Special thanks to Dr. Massengale and staff, Mangham Home Health Care, and a very special thanks to Kyla Parks and LaTonya Jackson. Visitation will be from 5:00 till 8:00 PM Thursday at the funeral home. Online registry/condolences at www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

GEORGE AUBREY O'NEAL Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home Ruston, LA George Aubrey O'Neal, Jr. died Monday, February 4, 2008 at the Northeast Louisiana War Veteran's Home in Monroe. He was preceded in death by his father George A. O'Neal, Sr. and his mother Leila Davis O'Neal, his sister and brother-in-law Col. Arthur and Peggy Carroll and one niece Gay. Mr. O'Neal is survived by his wife of 30 years, Genie Denny O'Neal, one aunt, Mrs. Alline Gill, his step daughter Judy Denny Lenard and husband Tom of Washington, D.C., his step son Benny Denny and wife Carol of Ruston; grandsons Lee and John Denny of Ruston, Michael Lenard of Washington, D.C. and granddaughter Julie Lenard of Philadelphia, PA; four great grandchildren Ben, Jed, Trey and Gretta Denny of Ruston; nephews Ladge and George Carroll of Lafayette and niece Dawn Strick of Shreveport as well as numerous cousins, great nieces and nephews who will miss his humor and quick wit. Special thanks goes to the fourth wing of the V.A. Home, his caring roommate Henry Hardgrove, wonderful friends Lloyd Clifton Gill, John Lawless, Freddy Price, John McCann, Charles Wilson, and Gene Lueg, In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to a favorite charity. Graveside services will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday, February 7, 2008 at Sibley Cemetery in Choudrant next to Alabama Presbyterian Church with Rev. Dale Oden officiating. Services are under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Ruston.

LINDA SUE NALE CHAMBLESS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Linda Sue Nale Chambless, age 62, will be 2:00 PM, Friday, February 8, 2008, at Paron Baptist Church in Sterlington, LA. Officiating will be Rev. Kurt Auger and Rev. Terry Ganey. Interment will follow in Enterprise Cemetery, near Farmerville, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mrs. Chambless was born on November 14, 1945, in Goose Creek, TX and went home to be with her Lord on February 5, 2008, in Monroe, LA. Mrs. Chambless was retired from Angus Chemical Company. She began playing piano at the young age of 12, and served as the church pianist for over 50 years. Her love of piano playing was only surpassed by her love of floral arranging for her family, friends and church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Roy and Mariete Nale. Survivors are her husband of 25 years, Bobby R. Chambless; daughters, Lisa Wheeler and husband Joe, Jennifer Dunn and husband Steve; sons, Brad Roberson and wife Beth, Bob Chambless and wife Brandi, Todd Chambless and wife Becca; 9 grandchildren; sister, Janice Welch and husband Dale; numerous relatives, church family and friends. Pallbearers will be Todd Thompson, Chad Thompson, Tommy Phillips, John Sutton, James Wells and Gary Tubbs. Visitation will be 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M., Thursday, February 7, 2008, at Paron Baptist Church in Sterlington. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Flower Fund or Music Department of Paron Baptist Church.

MARION W. "SONNY" BEARDEN Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral services for Marion W." Sonny" Bearden, 71, of Ruston, LA., will be held at 2:00 PM Friday, February 8, 2008 at Holmesville Baptist Church in Downsville, LA., under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville. Rev. Jerry Whitman will officiate. Interment will follow at Holmesville Cemetery in Downsville, LA. Mr. Bearden was born on February 9, 1936 and passed away on February 5, 2008 after a brief illness. He was a lifelong member of Holmesville Baptist Church in Downsville, LA, and was a native of Union Parish. Survivors include his wife, Jo Anne Waller Bearden of Ruston, LA; son, Keith W. Bearden and wife Theresa of Downsville, LA; daughter, Marilyn McCoy and husband Kevin of Downsville, LA; step-son, Patrick Taylor and wife Ashley of Ruston, LA; step-daughter, Lynette Kelly and husband Duke of Boston, MA; Melody Wood of Farmerville, LA; 4 grandchildren, Wayne, Brett, Joey and Tiffany; and 7 step-grandchildren, Asen, James, Bailey, Richard, Brian, Suzanne and James Patrick. Pallbearers will be Pat Taylor; Kenny Black; Kerry Black; Butch Pardue, Vernard Snearly and Derek Mims. Honorary Pallbearers will be the Class of Farmerville High 1954. Visitation will be held Thursday, February 7, 2008 at 5:00 PM. to 7:00 p.m. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Memorials may be made to Holmesville Baptist Church in Downsville, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

MARY E. DUMAS Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, Louisiana Funeral services for Mrs. Mary E. Dumas, 73, will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, February 8, 2008 at Swartz First Assembly of God Church with Rev. Gerald Lewis officiating.Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Mrs. Dumas was born June 8, 1934 in Meadville, MS and passed away February 4, 2008 in West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Dumas was a devoted mother, grandmother, friend and faithful servant. She attended Swartz First Assembly of God Church and Grace Christian Fellowship in The Woodlands, Texas. She was a missionary to Jamaica, Guatemala and Barbados and supported many charities and missionaries worldwide. She was preceded in death by her husband Robert L. Dumas and son, Robert M. "Mike" Dumas, her mother Gladys Farrar, step-father Jim Bob Farrar and father Monroe J. Cater. Mrs. Dumas was also preceded by her brothers W. R. "Billy" Farrar and Monroe J. Cater, Jr. She is survived by two sons, Keith A. Tyson and wife, Jeanette and Steve Tyson and wife, Kitty, grandchildren Christopher Tyson, Erica Forwood, Dannette Tyson, Melissa Tyson, Johnny Morrison, Brandy Abraham and 8 great grandchildren. Her surviving siblings are J. B. Farrar, Jr., Randy and Shirley Farrar, Patsy and Pink Self, Evelyn and Wookie Flattmann and Cathern and Robert Walker and a host of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be members of The Monroe Fire Department. Visitation will be at from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Thursday, February 7, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home on Lamy Lane in Monroe. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrick funeralhomes.com

MERWIN EUGENE ANGELL Greenwood Funeral Home Chapel, New Orleans, LA Merwin Eugene Angell, 97, died February 4, 2008 in Monroe, LA. He was born December 11, 1910 in New Orleans, where he lived for 95 years before relocating to Monroe, LA, following Hurricane Katrina. He is the son of the late Merwin James Angell and the late Henrietta Barthel Angell. He is survived by his best friend and wife of 71 years, Irma Bailey Angell. Beloved father of the late Donna Angell Sciretta, loving grandfather of Vicki Sciretta Weber of Austin, TX and Robin Sciretta Brown (husband Dr. Charles E. Brown, III) of Monroe, LA. His sisters are Alma "Honey" Angell Watzke [the late Joseph Watzke] and Dorothy Newcomb Angell, brothers Irving N. Gilbert [the late Juanita Doty Gilbert] and the late John Minter Angell (wife Annabelle Webb Angell), as well as many nieces and nephews. Merwin attended Howard Elementary School and Samuel J. Peters High School in New Orleans. In 1929 he worked for New Orleans Belting Co. where he manufactured belting until 1930. He then worked for the U.S. Attorney's Office before transferring to the U.S. Customs Service where he worked for 34 1/2 years until retirement as Import Specialist in 1973. In 1969 he was named Customs Employee of the Year. Merwin enjoyed tending to his vegetable garden and spending time with his wife. His greatest accomplishment was maintaining a job during the Great Depression. Merwin was a member of National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE) and member and supporter of the National Wildlife Federation. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Greenwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5200 Canal Blvd. (Formerly All Faiths Funeral Home) New Orleans, on Friday, February 8, 2008 at 11:00 AM, Interment will follow in the Masonic Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM . To view or sign the Family Guestbook please visit www.greenwoodfuneral home.net

ORMA JEAN ROBERTSON Cox Funeral Home Delhi, LA. Norma Jean Robertson departed from this earth and transcended to heaven on February 6, 2008, to be with her Heavenly Father and her late husband, Lynn Gayle Robertson. Her legacy includes three children, Danna Renee Robertson of Hattiesburg, MS, Sonya Lynnece Wood and husband Steve of Aiken, SC and Ron Lynn Robertson and wife Amber of Rayville, LA and one beautiful grandchild, Elle Lynn Robertson of Rayville, LA Norma was born July 4, 1935 to Eva and Harvey Gilley in Mangham, LA and has been a resident of Delhi since 1959. She is preceded in death by her husband, parents, one sister and one brother. Norma was a devoted member of the First Baptist Church in Delhi, LA. She was an avid participant in various home and community activities and will be remembered for her love of gardening and enthusiasm for Christmas. Her absence will forever leave a void in the hearts of her family and the community that she dearly appreciated and loved. Visitation will be held at Cox Funeral Home on Thursday, February 7, 2008 from 6:00 P. M. until 8:00P.M. Services for Norma will be held at the First Baptist Church in Delhi, LA on Friday, February 8, 2008 at 10:00 A.M. with Dr. Marcus Murphy officiating followed by interment in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe under the direction of Cox Funeral Home. Pallbearers will include James Curry, Allen Laird, Andrew Robertson, Travis Robertson, Doug Thompson and Hal Williams. Any planned memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church of Delhi. To leave a message of condolence to the family please visit our website at www.coxfuneral.com

Lillian Atkins, 98
BASTROP — Lillian Atkins, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Greater Magnolia Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery, Bastrop.

Geraldine Atteberry, 82
RUSTON — Geraldine Atteberry, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Memorial services are 10 a.m. Friday at Cathedral of Praise Church, Ruston under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Woodrow Cann Sr., 90
Woodrow Cann Sr. of Monroe, a retired farmer, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Logtown Baptist Church south of Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

James Clark, 65
BASTROP — James Franklin-Roosevelt Clark, a bus driver, died Jan. 29. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Edith Hill Cook, 76
GILBERT — Edith Hill Cook, past Rockwell International employee, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Friday at Eureka Church Cemetery. Visitation is 5-10 p.m. today at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Eddie Cowart, 74
RAYVILLE — Eddie Cowart, a farmer, died Jan. 30. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Macedonia Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Mount Zion Baptist Church Cemetery, Delhi.

Scott Dowling, 58
SIMSBORO — Scott Dowling, a farmer, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Simsboro First Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Simsboro City Cemetery.

Floyd Williams Ezell, 88
GILBERT — Floyd Williams Ezell, a retired farmer, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Calvary Baptist Church, Gilbert. Visitation is 5 p.m. today until service time Friday at the church. Burial will be in South Central Cemetery, Wisner under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Acie Freeman, 72
Acie Freeman of Monroe, a teacher, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Riverside Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Matt Heckard Jr., 84
TUCSON, Ariz. — Matt Heckard Jr., retired from the military, died Sunday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Friday at Locust Hill Cemetery, Extension under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Ivory Johnson, 57
BASTROP — Ivory Johnson, a Skinner Saw Papermill worker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Church of Christ, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery, Bastrop.

Jessie Jones, 85
BASTROP — Jessie Jones died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Carolyn Krinsavage, 57
FERRIDAY — Carolyn Krinsavage, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Acme Free Methodist Church. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time Saturday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Curtis Landers Jr., 52
RAYVILLE — Curtis Landers Jr., a construction worker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Lucille Logan, 62
Lucille Logan of Monroe, a cook, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Oakwood Baptist Church, Waterproof. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Friday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe and 7-7:30 p.m. at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

Nobel E. McCartney, 75
OLLA — Nobel Emerson McCartney, a retired Shell Oil Co. production foreman and retired U.S. Army veteran, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Riser Funeral Home, Olla. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Pine Hill Cemetery, Urania.

Rena Shinn McKenzie, 85
Rena Shinn McKenzie of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

George A. O'Neal Jr., 82
RUSTON — George Aubrey O'Neal Jr., a purchasing agent, died Monday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Sibley Cemetery, Choudrant under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

James S. Parrott, 72
EROS — James S. Parrott, an electrician, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time. Burial will be in Chatham Cemetery.

Berna J . Beach Posey, 80
BASTROP — Berna Jean Beach Posey, a Hillview Nursing Home cafeteria worker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery.

Leka M. Rivers, 93
RAYVILLE — Leka M. Rivers, a housewife, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church, Rayville. Wake services are 5-7 p.m. Friday the church. Burial will be in Sister and Brother of Love and Charity Cemetery, Rayville under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Norma Jean Robertson, 72
DELHI — Norma Jean Robertson, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at First Baptist Church, Delhi. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Alice Swygert, 65
BASTROP — Alice Swygert, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction or Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Ronald Steve Temple, 58
CHASE — Ronald Steve Temple, an iron worker and lawn care service employee, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Harris Cemetery, Crowville.

Charles 'Geter' Virges, 59
Charles "Geter" Virges of Monroe, a tire recycler, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Wisner. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Hope Estates Cemetery, Wisner.

Girtrue F. Brown Wall, 89
Girtrue F. Brown Wall of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is noon until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Twin Cities Memorial Gardens Cemetery, West Monroe.

Annie M. Wiley, 76
Annie M. Wiley of Calhoun, a cook, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Chatham Church of God in Christ. Burial will be in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, West Monroe under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Theola Wilson, 91
Theola "Mama Shug" Wilson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Nebo Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in J.S. Clark Cemetery, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Berry, Joan Noyes: 11 a.m. today, First United Methodist Church, Longview, Texas.
Borne, Linda R.: 1 p.m. today, Masonic No. 1 Cemetery, New Orleans.
Dean, Bennie J.: 1 p.m. today, Bethany Baptist Church, Quitman.
Dumas, Mary E.: 10 a.m. Friday, Swartz Assembly of God Church.
Golsby, Geraldine R.: 10 a.m. today, Oak Grove Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Guillory, Clinton H. "Sonny": 2 p.m. today, Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Lloyd, Obra: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Farmerville Recreation Center.
Meredith, Ruby Smith: 11 a.m. today, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.
Purdy, Vaughn Clayton: 2 p.m. today, Calhoun Assembly of God Church.
Rutledge, Jo Ann: 1 p.m. today, Walnut Grove Cemetery, West Monroe.
Sorey, Betty C.: 2 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Walker, Blanche Corbitt: 10 a.m. today, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Wilson, Theola: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Nebo Baptist Church, Monroe

February 8, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Floyd Lee Mixon Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Floyd Lee Mixon, 74, of Swartz, LA, will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, February 9, 2008, at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel with Rev. Ron Lowe officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Mixon passed away Wednesday, February 6, 2008 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Swartz, the Lions Club of Swartz, and AARP. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, and two sisters. Survivors include his wife, Anna Jo Mixon; two sons, Mark E. Mixon and wife Stefine of Missouri City, TX, and Floyd (Dobie) Mixon, Jr. of Monroe; and one grandson, Peter Mixon. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MEARL MILLS BAILEY Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Mearl Mills Bailey, age 87 of Columbia will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, February 8, 2008 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Don Wright officiating. Interment will follow in the Pine Hill Cemetery in Urania. Mrs. Bailey was born in Tullos on August 5, 1920 to the union of William Cary and Martha Doughty Hollaway and died Thursday, February 7, 2008 at the Citizens Medical Center in Columbia. She was a retired school bus driver. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband: Brown Word Mills and her sister: Edith Allbritton. Survivors include her daughter: Margarett Mills Lindsey of Columbia, her grandchildren: Steve Lindsey, Scott Lindsey, Ann Callender and Micah Lindsey, her great-grandchildren: Jenny, Dani, Kendra, Kelsi, Caleb, Kristen, Myra and John Word, her great-great-grandson: Ethan and her brother: W.C. Hollaway of Georgtown. Pallbearers will be Steve Lindsey, Scott Lindsey, Micah Lindsey, Wendell Callender, Wade Allbritton and David Allbritton. Honorary Pallbearers will be Caleb Callender and Wayne McKnight. Visitation will be after 9:00 AM until time of services at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 Hwy 165, Columbia, LA.

RENA SHINN MCKENZIE Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Rena Shinn McKenzie, 85, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, February 9, 2008, at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel with Rev. Lysbeth Cockrell officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. McKenzie passed away Wednesday, February 6, 2008, at St. Francis Specialty Hospital. She was a member of St. Mark's United Methodist Church and a former member of Lakeshore Garden Club. Survivors include her daughter, Carol M. Ragland of Monroe; son, Carleton A. McKenzie, Jr. and wife Sherry of Monroe; grandson, Jody C. McKenzie and wife Amy; and two great-grandsons, Kohl and Jake. Pallbearers will be John F. Cunningham, Sr., John F. Cunningham, Jr., Jody C. McKenzie, Jimmy Strain, C. L. Beaver, and Jerry Murphy. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Any planned memorials may be made to St. Mark's United Methodist Church, 513 Lincoln Road, Monroe, LA 71203. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Elizabeth Alford
OAK GROVE — Elizabeth Alford, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Donny Allen, 49
DOWNSVILLE — Donny Allen, a DC Drilling Co. consultant, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Bethel Baptist Church, Downsville. Burial will be in Mount Nebo Cemetery, Downsville under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Mearl Mills Bailey, 87
COLUMBIA — Mearl Mills Bailey, a retired school bus driver, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Pine Hill Cemetery, Urania.

Marion W. Bearden, 71
RUSTON — Marion W. "Sonny" Bearden, a Motor Freight employee, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Holmesville Baptist Church, Downsville. Burial will be in Holmesville Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Bertha Duckett Brown, 87
Bertha Duckett Brown of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Eunice Brown Buie, 79
MANGHAM — Eunice Viola Brown Buie, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 8 a.m. until service time. Burial will be in Lone Cherry Cemetery near Mangham.

Linda Chambless, 62
Linda Sue Nale Chambless of West Monroe, a retired executive secretary, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Paron Baptist Church, Sterlington. Burial will be in Enterprise Cemetery near Farmerville under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Tommy L. Coleman Sr., 58

SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Tommy Lee Coleman Sr. died Sunday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Point Pleasant Cemetery, Homer under the direction of King's Funeral Home, Ruston.
Edith Walters Cook, 76

GILBERT — Edith Walters Cook died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Eureka Church Cemetery.

Presley Daniels, 63
Presley Daniels of Monroe, retired from the military, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Mount Olivet Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Sunday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Judge Day, 89
TALLULAH — Judge Day died Jan. 30. Services are noon Saturday at Rocky Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Epps. Visitation is noon-6 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Bennie Elzy Jr., 83
CROWVILLE — Bennie Elzy Jr., a plumber, died Thursday. Arrangements under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Cecily Renee Fife, 45
Cecily Renee Fife of West Monroe, a Progressive Bank teller, died Wednesday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in St. Paschal Catholic Church Cemetery, West Monroe.

Betty Jean D. Frost, 60
DOWNSVILLE — Betty Jean Dosher Frost, retired Regis Hair Salon manager, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Alvin G. Jackson, 53
Alvin Glenn Jackson of Monroe, a real estate entrepreneur, died Feb. 1. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Mary Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Gethsemane Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Elnora Jennings, 67
TALLULAH — Elnora Jennings died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Mertie Smith Meredith, 99
COLUMBIA — Mertie Smith Meredith, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Beatrice Nelson, 91
Beatrice Nelson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mount Nebo Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in J.S. Clark Cemetery, Monroe.

Rashita Pendleton, 16
Rashita LaShell Pendleton of Monroe, a student at Richwood High School, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Sunday at the high school. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Saturday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

John L. Smith, 54
John L. Smith of Monroe, a parts salesman, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday of Living Gospel Church, West Monroe. Visitatio is 1-7 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the V.A. National Cemetery, Riverside, Calf.

T.F. 'Red' Simpson, 86
T.F. "Red" Simpson of West Monroe, retired from Crow-Burlingame, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Felicia W. Walsh, 43
DOWNSVILLE — Felicia Williams Walsh, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Elaine C. White, 65
BASTROP — Elaine Cockrell White, a retired state of Louisiana employee, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Central Missionary Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. today at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial service will be 2 p.m. Saturday at Promise Land Cemetery, Hamburg, Ark.

Jerry Williams, 54
FERRIDAY — Jerry Williams, a mechanic, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Richardson-Sims Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Jessica M. Williams, 20
Jessica Masha Williams of Monroe, a cashier, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Maxine Allen Wyatt, 89
JONESBORO — Maxine Allen Wyatt died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Ebenezer Cemetery, Jonesboro.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Atkins, Lillian: 1 p.m. Saturday, Greater Magnolia Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Atteberry, Geraldine: 10 a.m. today, Cathedral of Praise Church, Ruston.
Cann Sr., Woodrow: 1 p.m. Saturday, Logtown Baptist Church, Monroe.
Cowart, Eddie: 1 p.m. Saturday, Macedonia Baptist Church, Rayville.
Dowling, Scott: 11 a.m. today, Simsboro First Baptist Church, Simsboro.
Dumas, Mary E.: 10 a.m. today, Swartz Assembly of God Church.
Freeman, Acie: 11 a.m. Saturday, Riverside Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe.
Heckard Jr., Matt: 2 p.m. today, Locust Hill Cemetery, Extension.
Johnson, Ivory: 2 p.m. Saturday, Church of Christ, Bastrop.
Krinsavage, Carolyn: 11 a.m. Saturday, Acme Free Methodist Church, Ferriday.
Lloyd, Obra: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Farmerville Recreation Center.
Logan, Lucille: 1 p.m. Saturday, Oakwood Baptist Church, Waterproof.
McCartney, Nobel E.: 10 a.m. today, Riser Funeral Home, Olla.
Posey, Berna Jean Beach: 2 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Rivers, Leka M.: 1 p.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church, Rayville.
Robertson, Norma Jean: 10 a.m. today, First Baptist Church, Delhi.
Temple, Ronald Steve: 10 a.m. today, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Virges, Charles "Geter": 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Wisner.
Wiley, Annie M.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Chatham Church of God in Christ.
Wilson, Theola: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Nebo Baptist Church, Monroe

February 9, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

BETTY JEAN DOSHER FROST Cox Funeral Home Bastrop, Louisiana Funeral services for Mrs. Betty Jean Dosher Frost of Downsville, Louisiana will be held 11:00 AM. Monday, February 11, 2008 at the Pleasant Valley Assembly of God in the Pleasant Valley Community of Ouachita Parish with Bro. Chris Meredith officiating . Interment will follow at the Pleasant Valley Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Bastrop. The family will receive friends Sunday evening, February 10th, from 5:00 PM till 8:00 PM at Cox Funeral Home in Bastrop and again Monday morning from 9 a.m. till 10:30 AM at the church. Mrs. Betty Jean Frost was born March 9, 1947 in Bastrop and she died Wednesday February 6, 2008 in Shreveport. Mrs. Frost was preceded in death by her parents, K.T. and Tommie Sherman Dosher. She was a former manager of Regis Hair Salon in Pecanland Mall. Betty was a devoted and loving wife and mother. She was a constant source of strenghth and encouragement to her family always providing them with love and motherly advice. She was a selfless servent who put others first ahead of her own needs and concearns. Betty is survived by her husband Tommy Frost of Downsville; five sons, Chris Meredith and wife Denise of Jackson, MS, Bart Meredith of Olla, LA, Bruce Meredith of Monroe, Jamie Meredith and wife Katie of Jackson, MS, and Thomas Frost, Jr. of Downsville; a daughter, Kim Austin and husband Rodney of Calhoun; four sisters, Patsy Costello of Monroe, Bobbie Schulingkamp and husband Jim of Mandeville, LA, Donna Davis and husband Hank of Calhoun, and Debbie Dosher of West Monroe; fourteen grandchildren, Kristen Meredith, Jed Meredith, Jon Meredith, Dustin Meredith, Noah Meredith, Logan Frost, Garrett Frost, Shelby Frost, Tyler Austin, Corey Austin, Courtney Austin, Zoey Perritt, Sadie Perritt, and Hunter Meredith; two great-grandchildren, Avery Meredith and Ethan Jordan; and numerous nieces and nephews. Serving as pallbearers are Scott Costello, Beaux Davis, Jay Hancock, Mark Soignier, Jon Meredith, and Jed Meredith. For those who wish memorials may be made to the charity of one's choice.

CECILY RENEE HERNANDEZ FIFE Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Funeral Services for Cecily R. Fife, 45, of West Monroe, LA. will be 3:00 PM Saturday, February 9, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Fr. Frank Coen officiating. Interment will follow at St. Paschal's Catholic Cemetery. Mrs. Fife was born on April 12, 1962 in Monroe, Louisiana and passed away Wednesday February 6, 2008 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center after a short illness. Cecily worked for Progressive Bank as a teller and had also taught Pre-school. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, and her girls were her pride and joy. She loved being around children, and her years as a pre-school teacher were very rewarding. She was also a talented artist and was considering taking courses in graphic design. She treasured her friends, co-workers and customers at Progressive Bank. Her quick wit and fun-loving nature were a delight to those who knew her. She was preceded in death by her son, Jacob Evan Fife, her father, James Cecil Hernandez, paternal grandparents, Felix and Antoinette Hernandez, maternal grandparents, Felix and Josephine Brossett, and several aunts and uncles. She is survived by daughters, Eden Fife and Meredith Fife, mother, Ida Hernandez, sister and brother-in-law, Iris and Mark Stevenson of Choudrant, LA; brother and sister-in-law, Chrys and Becky Hernandez of Martinsburg, W. Virginia; sister and brother-in-law, Toni and Roger Worsham of West Monroe; sister and brother-in-law, Alexis and Joey Ellis of West Monroe; nieces, Jennifer Roy and husband Richard Roy, Cara Stevenson and Amanda Wiley and husband John; nephew, Joseph Ellis; great nephews, Luke Roy and Tristan Calaman; "Bestest" friend, Deanie Daily; former husband, Steven Fife and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Pallbearers will be Mark Stevenson, Roger Worsham, Richard Roy, Raymond LeBrun, Jamie Beach, and Ken Daily; honorary pallbearer will be Bill Albritton. Visitation will be from 2:00 PM until service time on Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

EDWARD "PETE" LEE, JR. Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, Louisiana Funeral services for Mr. Edward "Pete" Lee, Jr., 78, of Monroe, LA will be 2:00 PM Saturday, February 9, 2008 at St. Lawrence Catholic Church in Swartz. Officiating will be Father Job Edathinattu and interment will follow at Monroe Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Mr. Lee was born April 28, 1929 in Homer, LA and passed away February 7, 2008 in Morehouse General Hospital in Bastrop, LA after a lengthy illness. He was retired from the Monroe Police Department with 30 years of service. He also was a founding member of St. Lawrence Catholic Church and a member of the Knights of Columbus of Swartz. He was preceded in death by his father, Edward Lee, Sr., mother, Irma "Lee" Teal and sister, Lola Fitts. Mr. Lee is survived by his wife: Norma "Elee" Lee; son: Roger G. Lee; sisters: Matilda Jones of Midland, TX, Jane Williams of Breaux Bridge, LA, and Flossie LeBlanc of Duson, LA; brothers: Milton Lee of West Monroe, LA, Andy Lee of Calhoun, LA and John Lee of Swartz, LA and many loved one's. Pallbearers will be: Jackie D. Elee, Jr., Jason Elee, Kerry Elee, Raymond Lee, Roger Lee, and Gary Fitts. Honorary pallbearers will be: Dr. Robert E. Lyon, Harry Petty, Bill Webb, and members of the Monroe Police Reserves. Memorials may be made to St. Lawrence Catholic Church Building Fund or St. Vincent DePaul Community Pharmacy. Visitation will be 12:00 Noon until 1:30 PM, Saturday, February 9, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www. kilpatrickfuneralhomes. com.

LUCILLE ISABELLE LASKEY WITTLIEF Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Private services for Mrs. Lucille Isabelle Laskey Wittlief, 91, of Monroe, were held Friday, February 08, 2008, at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Services were under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Wittlief was born June 17, 1916 in Manistee, MI and died Thursday, February 7, 2008, in Monroe, LA. She was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church. Mrs. Wittlief was preceded in death by her husband of sixty years, Claude John Wittlief. Survivors include her son, C. J. Wittlief, Jr. and wife Jerri; and granddaughter, Lindsay. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MERTIE SMITH MEREDITH Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Mertie Smith Meredith, age 99 of Columbia will be held at 2 P.M, Saturday, February 9, 2008 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. James Prince officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery west of Columbia. Mrs. Meredith was born in Colfax on January 25. 1909 to the union of Grover C. and Mandy Maddox Smith and died Thursday, February 7, 2008 at the West Monroe Guest House in West Monroe. She was a homemaker and worked in the Caldwell Parish School cafeterias. She was a member of the Columbia Heights Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband: Sidney Homer Meredith and her son: Maurice Meredith. Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law: Robert and Doris Meredith of Mansfield, her daughter-in-law: Dolores Meredith of Monroe, her grandchildren: Seth and Jennifer Meredith, Suzanne and John Brossette five great-grandchildren and her brother:R.D.Smith of Natchitoches. Pallbearers will be Charles Brown, Barry Wiley, John Brossette, Seth Meredith, Blaine Cobb and Kenny Travis. Any planned memorials may be made to the Columbia Heights Baptist Church Building Fund or the Mt. Pleasant Cemetery. Visitation will be from noon until time of services.

MRS. BEATRICE HEMPHILL Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Beatrice Hemphill, 89 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, February 10, 2008 at Living Way Apostolic Church West Monroe. Officiating will be Joel Hemphill, David Hemphill and Rev. Carl Shurte. Interment to follow at Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Hemphill was born March 26, 1918 in Ouachita Parish and passed February 8, 2008 in West Monroe. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elder W. T. Hemphill, step-children, Col W. T. Hemphill Jr., Ruth McKeithen, Lois Wingate, Rev. Daniel Hemphill, Mary Evelyn Corr; brothers, Clyde Brown, Bill Brown, Steward Brown; sisters, Gladys Fuller and Gertrue Wall. Mrs. Hemphill worked diligently alongside her beloved husband, W. T., as they founded and pastored numerous churches in California and Louisiana. Their life-long work culminated in establishing and pasturing what is now Living Way Apostolic Church in West Monroe. She is survived by children; Joel and wife LaBreeska Hemphill, Anna Gayle and husband Jerry Hicks, Rita Mayo and husband James, David and wife Leah Hemphill, Brenda and husband Marvin Deason, step-daughters, Juanita Kelley and Verba Spillers; grandchildren; Joel Hemphill, Jr. Trent Hemphill, Candy Christmas, Jerri Gayle Ginn, Tonya Back, Michelle Smith, Rachel Holmes, Preston Mayo, LaTasha Kersh, Brittney Pearce, Quint Deason, Amanda Deason; 18 step-grandchildren; and a host of great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Joel Hemphill Jr., Trent Hemphill, Kendall Ginn, Preston Mayo, Quint Deason and Tim McKeithen. Visitation will be Saturday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Living Way Apostolic Church. Online condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneral homes

MRS. ELAINE GILMORE Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Elaine Gilmore, 62 of West Monroe, will be held at 3:00 PM, Sunday, February 10, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Officiating will be Rev. Mark Fenn & Rev. Dwight Munn. Interment to follow at Monroe Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Gilmore was born May 30, 1945 in Winnsboro, LA and passed away February 7, 2008 in West Monroe. She was preceded in death by her parents; Oscar Lee Franks, Selma Finley Franks; daughter, Cindy Gilmore; brother, Robert Franks; sister, Jean Hadley Evans. She is survived by her husband, Tommy Gilmore; son Kevin Gilmore and wife Courtney of Conway, AR; sister, Barbara Franks of West Monroe, LA; Elizabeth Parker of Winnsboro, LA; brother, James Franks and wife Kay of Natchez, MS; granddaughter, Emily Gilmore; along with numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Elaine was a long-time employee for the City of West Monroe and her sweet voice and outgoing personality were apparent each and every time she answered the phone at City Hall. She attended First Baptist Church of West Monroe where she was a member of the choir. Friends were a very important part of Elaine's life. Those friends were a comfort to her throughout her life, but especially during her illness within the last year. Whether it be cards, flowers, telephone calls or their numerous prayers, these friends have also been a great source of comfort for the entire family during this time. The light in Elaine's eyes was her granddaughter, Emily Caroline. Elaine always referred to Emily as her princess and she certainly treated Emily in that manner. Elaine always made sure Emily had the prettiest dresses and all the accessories, especially that bow in her hair. Elaine loved Emily with all her heart and Emily loved her "Nana". The family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to Dr. Weinberger and the entire 3rd floor nursing staff of Glenwood Regional Medical Center. They took such good care of Elaine and we will forever be grateful. Pallbearers will be Jimmy Nelson, Mike Allen, Jay Crain, Eddie Beard, Ougie Phillips, and Jimbo Smith. Honorary pallbearers will be Mayor Dave Norris, Doug Caldwell, and Benny Chelette. Visitation will be Saturday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe In lieu of flowers, friends may choose to make a donation in memory of Elaine to St. Jude's Children's Hospital or the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

Elizabeth Alford, 64
OAK GROVE — Elizabeth Alford, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Donny Allen, 49
DOWNSVILLE — Donny Allen, a DC Drilling Co. consultant, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Bethel Baptist Church, Downsville. Burial will be in Mount Nebo Cemetery, Downsville under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Mearl Mills Bailey, 87
COLUMBIA — Mearl Mills Bailey, a retired school bus driver, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Pine Hill Cemetery, Urania.

Marion W. Bearden, 71
RUSTON — Marion W. "Sonny" Bearden, a Motor Freight employee, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Holmesville Baptist Church, Downsville. Burial will be in Holmesville Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Bertha Duckett Brown, 87
Bertha Duckett Brown of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Eunice Brown Buie, 79
MANGHAM — Eunice Viola Brown Buie, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 8 a.m. until service time. Burial will be in Lone Cherry Cemetery near Mangham.

Linda Chambless, 62
Linda Sue Nale Chambless of West Monroe, a retired executive secretary, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Paron Baptist Church, Sterlington. Burial will be in Enterprise Cemetery near Farmerville under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Tommy L. Coleman Sr., 58
SAN ANTONIO, Texas — Tommy Lee Coleman Sr. died Sunday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Point Pleasant Cemetery, Homer under the direction of King's Funeral Home, Ruston.

Edith Walters Cook, 76
GILBERT — Edith Walters Cook died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Eureka Church Cemetery.

Presley Daniels, 63
Presley Daniels of Monroe, retired from the military, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Mount Olivet Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Sunday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Judge Day, 89
TALLULAH — Judge Day died Jan. 30. Services are noon Saturday at Rocky Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Epps. Visitation is noon-6 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Bennie Elzy Jr., 83
CROWVILLE — Bennie Elzy Jr., a plumber, died Thursday. Arrangements under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Cecily Renee Fife, 45
Cecily Renee Fife of West Monroe, a Progressive Bank teller, died Wednesday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in St. Paschal Catholic Church Cemetery, West Monroe.

Betty Jean D. Frost, 60
DOWNSVILLE — Betty Jean Dosher Frost, retired Regis Hair Salon manager, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Alvin G. Jackson, 53
Alvin Glenn Jackson of Monroe, a real estate entrepreneur, died Feb. 1. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Mary Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Gethsemane Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Elnora Jennings, 67
TALLULAH — Elnora Jennings died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Mertie Smith Meredith, 99
COLUMBIA — Mertie Smith Meredith, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Beatrice Nelson, 91
Beatrice Nelson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mount Nebo Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in J.S. Clark Cemetery, Monroe.

Rashita Pendleton, 16
Rashita LaShell Pendleton of Monroe, a student at Richwood High School, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Sunday at the high school. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Saturday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

John L. Smith, 54
John L. Smith of Monroe, a parts salesman, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday of Living Gospel Church, West Monroe. Visitatio is 1-7 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the V.A. National Cemetery, Riverside, Calf.

T.F. 'Red' Simpson, 86
T.F. "Red" Simpson of West Monroe, retired from Crow-Burlingame, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Felicia W. Walsh, 43
DOWNSVILLE — Felicia Williams Walsh, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Elaine C. White, 65
BASTROP — Elaine Cockrell White, a retired state of Louisiana employee, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Central Missionary Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. today at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial service will be 2 p.m. Saturday at Promise Land Cemetery, Hamburg, Ark.

Jerry Williams, 54
FERRIDAY — Jerry Williams, a mechanic, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Richardson-Sims Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Jessica M. Williams, 20
Jessica Masha Williams of Monroe, a cashier, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Maxine Allen Wyatt, 89
JONESBORO — Maxine Allen Wyatt died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Ebenezer Cemetery, Jonesboro.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Atkins, Lillian: 1 p.m. Saturday, Greater Magnolia Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Atteberry, Geraldine: 10 a.m. today, Cathedral of Praise Church, Ruston.
Cann Sr., Woodrow: 1 p.m. Saturday, Logtown Baptist Church, Monroe.
Cowart, Eddie: 1 p.m. Saturday, Macedonia Baptist Church, Rayville.
Dowling, Scott: 11 a.m. today, Simsboro First Baptist Church, Simsboro.
Dumas, Mary E.: 10 a.m. today, Swartz Assembly of God Church.
Ezell, Floyd Williams: 2 p.m. today, Calvary Baptist Church, Gilbert.
Freeman, Acie: 11 a.m. Saturday, Riverside Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe.
Heckard Jr., Matt: 2 p.m. today, Locust Hill Cemetery, Extension.
Johnson, Ivory: 2 p.m. Saturday, Church of Christ, Bastrop.
Krinsavage, Carolyn: 11 a.m. Saturday, Acme Free Methodist Church, Ferriday.
Lloyd, Obra: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Farmerville Recreation Center.
Logan, Lucille: 1 p.m. Saturday, Oakwood Baptist Church, Waterproof.
McCartney, Nobel E.: 10 a.m. today, Riser Funeral Home, Olla.
Posey, Berna Jean Beach: 2 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Rivers, Leka M.: 1 p.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church, Rayville.
Robertson, Norma Jean: 10 a.m. today, First Baptist Church, Delhi.
Temple, Ronald Steve: 10 a.m. today, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Virges, Charles "Geter": 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Wisner.
Wiley, Annie M.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Chatham Church of God in Christ.
Wilson, Theola: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Nebo Baptist Church, Monroe

February 10, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CAROL HERRINGTON HOWARD Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for J. C. "Carol" Herrington Howard, age 67 of Columbia will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, February 10, 2008 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Don Wright officiating. Interment will follow in the Bethany Cemetery. Mrs. Howard was born in Columbia on April 28, 1940 to the union of Clarence and Irene Herrington and died Friday, February 8, 2008 at Cornerstone Hospital in West Monroe. She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister: Arlene Hart and her brothers: Ronnie Joe Herrington and Roy M. Herrington. Survivors include her sons: Darrell Howard, Luke Howard, Jeff Howard and Tommy Howard all of Columbia, her friend and father of her sons: Luther Nolan Howard of Columbia, her sisters: Helen Mills and Clara Simpson both of West Monroe, her brother: Billy Herrington of Benton, TX and seven grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Thorne Howard, Ethan Howard, Cody Howard, Allen Sandidge, Seth Sandidge and Jake Wallace.

MARY KATHLEEN LISTER LANDERS Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Services for Mrs. Mary Landers, 85, of Monroe will be 10:00 AM Monday, February 11, 2008 in the Mulhearn Funeral Home, Chapel with Dr. Alan Miller officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Landers was a member of First Baptist Church of Monroe and retired from J.C. Penny's. She is preceded in death by her husband, Carl Landers; sister, Margaret Lister; and brother, L. B. "Buddy" Lister, Jr. Survivors include her daughters, Donna Hixon and husband Rick; Marcia Wiseman and husband Larry; granddaughters, Rachel Evans and Dyan Wiseman. Visitation will be Sunday, February 10, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MRS. ANITA HARRELL BARRIER Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Anita Harrell Barrier, 87, West Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00 AM. Monday, February 11, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in West Monroe. Rev. Ricky Baker and Rev. W.A. "Dub" Massey will be officiating. Interment to follow at Monroe Memorial Park, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Barrier was born October 21, 1920 in Monroe, LA, and died February 8, 2008 in West Monroe. Mrs. Barrier was a member of Grace Baptist Church in Monroe. She retired from The Palace Department Store, and was an Avon District Representative for many years. Mrs. Barrier was very involved in her community and was member of Retired Senior Volunteer Program. Mrs. Barrier was also a member of the Knights of Pythians. She was preceded in death by her son, Albert B. Causey. Survivors include her three children, Claude A. Causey JR and wife Carol, Beverly A. Smith and husband John, and Shelia Massey and husband W.A. "Dub" Massey; fourteen grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren. Mrs. Barrier's grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be held from 4:00PM. until 6:00 PM Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

MRS. BEATRICE HEMPHILL Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Beatrice Hemphill, 89 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, February 10, 2008 at Living Way Apostolic Church West Monroe. Officiating will be Joel Hemphill, David Hemphill and Rev. Carl Shurte. Interment to follow at Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Hemphill was born March 26, 1918 in Ouachita Parish and passed February 8, 2008 in West Monroe. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elder W. T. Hemphill, step-children, Col W. T. Hemphill Jr., Ruth McKeithen, Lois Wingate, Rev. Daniel Hemphill, Mary Evelyn Corr; brothers, Clyde Brown, Bill Brown, Steward Brown; sisters, Gladys Fuller and Gertrue Wall. Mrs. Hemphill worked diligently alongside her beloved husband, W. T., as they founded and pastored numerous churches in California and Louisiana. Their life-long work culminated in establishing and pasturing what is now Living Way Apostolic Church in West Monroe. She is survived by children; Joel and wife LaBreeska Hemphill, Anna Gayle and husband Jerry Hicks, Rita Mayo and husband James, David and wife Leah Hemphill, Brenda and husband Marvin Deason, step-daughters, Juanita Kelley and Verba Spillers; grandchildren; Joel Hemphill, Jr. Trent Hemphill, Candy Christmas, Jerri Gayle Ginn, Tonya Back, Michelle Smith, Rachel Holmes, Preston Mayo, LaTasha Kersh, Brittney Pearce, Quint Deason, Amanda Deason; 18 step-grandchildren; and a host of great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Joel Hemphill Jr., Trent Hemphill, Kendall Ginn, Preston Mayo, Quint Deason and Tim McKeithen. Visitation will be Sunday from 12 noon until servicetime at Living Way Apostolic Church. Online condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

MRS. LOUISE HOWELL Our deep appreciation is extended to you for each kindness extended to us during our loss. May God richly bless you. The Howell Family

T. F. "RED" SIMPSON Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Funeral Services for Mr. T.F. "Red" Simpson, 86. of West Monroe will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, February 10, 2008 in the chapel at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, La. with Rev. Michi Head officiating. Interment will follow at Crossroads Cemetery. Mr. Simpson was born on August 12, 1921 in Downsville, Louisiana and passed away at home Thursday, February 7, 2008. Mr. Simpson was retired from Crow Burlingame of over 45 years of service. He served as a 1st Lieutenant in World War II with the 416th Night Fighters. He was an Ex POW and received the Purple Heart and Distinguished Flying Cross in the U.S. Army Air Force. He was a member of the Pine Hills Country Club in Calhoun and loved playing golf with his friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lillie Mae Maulden Simpson and Talmadge Ford Simpson Sr., two sisters, LaRue Simpson and Mary Jo Fulton, one brother, Billie Ford Simpson. Survivors include his wife, Lila Simpson of West Monroe, son, Tal Simpson and wife Joella of Crossroads, LA., two grandchildren, Savannah and Wiley, two brothers, Johnny Simpson and wife Anna Joyce of Calhoun, LA.; Ervin Simpson, one sister, Floyce Meyer, numerous beloved relatives and friends. Pallbearers will be Don Thompson, Fletcher Loyd, Bobby Loyd, Dusty Gates, Jeff Jordan, Kevin Meyer, and Johnny Simpson. Visitation will be Sunday, February 10, 2008 from 1:00 PM until service time at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. The family would like to thank the Hospice Care of Louisiana and also the V.A. Medical Center in Shreveport and Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

WILLIAM HOWARD JOHNSTON Golden Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Services celebrating the life of William Howard Johnston, 97, will be held at the First United Methodist Church in Bastrop, Louisiana, on Sunday, February 10, 2008, at 2:00 PM Officiating will be Rev. Mark Benge. Interment will follow at the Beekman Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until service time at the church. Howard was born on January 20, 1911 and passed away, after a lengthy illness, on Friday, February 8, 2008, at the Live Oak Retirement Center in Shreveport, Louisiana. He attended Broadmoor United Methodist Church in Shreveport for the past eight years. He was a long time member of the Bastrop United Methodist Church and retired from International Paper Company after 37 years of service. He is preceded in death by his parents, William J. and Lugenia M. Johnston; all of his siblings, Harvey Johnston, Harold Johnston, J. D. Johnston, Doris Johnston, Minnie Poston, Myrtle Tedeton, son-in-law, John F. Langston, and great granddaughter, Cameron Marie Langston. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Muriel Day Johnston; daughter, Bunny Langston; son, Bill Johnston and wife Van; three grandchildren, Will Langston and wife Kelly, Lauren Cox and husband Chris, Dillon Wright; three great grandchildren, Ellie and Grace Wilcox and John Anthony Langston. Honoring Howard as pallbearers will be: Will Langston, Dillon Wright, Charles Moore, Gayle Garrett, Curtis Turner, Nat Little and Jim Merritt. Honorary pallbearer is Chris Wilcox. Daddy was a gracious gentleman in the truest sense of the word. He loved the Lord. He loved his family and he was a faithful friend. www.goldenfh.com

Benton Lee Collins, 70
CROWVILLE — Benton Lee Collins died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National, Winnsboro.
Mary Costanza, 85
Mary Myrtle Woods Costanza of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Carmen Curtis, 77
ARCADIA — Carmen Curtis died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Rose-Neat Funeral Home, Arcadia.

Clyde Grau, 58
RUSTON — Clyde Grau, retired chief operational officer of Lincoln General Hospital, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Mary K. Landers, 85
Mary Kathleen Landers of Monroe, retired from J.C. Penney, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park.

Bobbie C. Morgan, 78
FERRIDAY — Bobbie Calvit Morgan, a retired teacher, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park, Natchez, Miss.

Minnie Price, 88
WILSON — Minnie Price, formerly of Winnsboro, a retired nurse, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Richardson-Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Inglewood Park Cemetery, Inglewood, Calif.

Rev. James Russell, 79
DELHI — The Rev. James Windell Russell, a retired Baptist minister, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Burial will be in Delhi Masonic Cemetery. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Vera Lonas Smith, 95
KILBOURNE — Vera Lonas Smith, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in Kilbourne Cemetery. Visitation is 3-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Lillie Stephenson, 77
FARMERVILLE — Lillie Stephenson, a retired inspector for NASA, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Jeff Thomas Jr., 83
TALLULAH — Jeff Thomas Jr., retired service manager of Osborne Ford, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Dovie Mae Torrey, 77
ENTERPRISE — Dovie Mae Torrey, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Old Catahoula Baptist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

James Wilson Sr., 66
FERRIDAY — James William Wilson Sr., a retired body man for Purvis Motor Co., died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Sycamore Baptist Church, Vidalia. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park, Natchez, Miss.

Milton G. Wisner, 95
NATCHEZ, Miss. — Milton Guilford Wisner, formerly of Vidalia, retired from the Air Force, died Saturday. A private family service will be held at a later date under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Ollie Zaunbrecher, 76
JONES — Ollie Zaunbrecher, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in St. Joseph Catholic Church cemetery, Bastrop. Visitation is 4-7 p.m. today at the funeral home.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Daniels, Presley: 11 a.m. Monday, Mount Olivet Baptist Church, Monroe.
Frost, Betty Jean: 11 a.m. today, Pleasant Valley Assembly of God, Downsville

February 11, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CAROL HERRINGTON HOWARD Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for J. C. "Carol" Herrington Howard, age 67 of Columbia will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, February 10, 2008 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Don Wright officiating. Interment will follow in the Bethany Cemetery. Mrs. Howard was born in Columbia on April 28, 1940 to the union of Clarence and Irene Herrington and died Friday, February 8, 2008 at Cornerstone Hospital in West Monroe. She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister: Arlene Hart and her brothers: Ronnie Joe Herrington and Roy M. Herrington. Survivors include her sons: Darrell Howard, Luke Howard, Jeff Howard and Tommy Howard all of Columbia, her friend and father of her sons: Luther Nolan Howard of Columbia, her sisters: Helen Mills and Clara Simpson both of West Monroe, her brother: Billy Herrington of Benton, TX and seven grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Thorne Howard, Ethan Howard, Cody Howard, Allen Sandidge, Seth Sandidge and Jake Wallace.

MARY KATHLEEN LISTER LANDERS Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Services for Mrs. Mary Landers, 85, of Monroe will be 10:00 AM Monday, February 11, 2008 in the Mulhearn Funeral Home, Chapel with Dr. Alan Miller officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Landers was a member of First Baptist Church of Monroe and retired from J.C. Penny's. She is preceded in death by her husband, Carl Landers; sister, Margaret Lister; and brother, L. B. "Buddy" Lister, Jr. Survivors include her daughters, Donna Hixon and husband Rick; Marcia Wiseman and husband Larry; granddaughters, Rachel Evans and Dyan Wiseman. Visitation will be Sunday, February 10, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MRS. ANITA HARRELL BARRIER Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Anita Harrell Barrier, 87, West Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00 AM. Monday, February 11, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in West Monroe. Rev. Ricky Baker and Rev. W.A. "Dub" Massey will be officiating. Interment to follow at Monroe Memorial Park, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Barrier was born October 21, 1920 in Monroe, LA, and died February 8, 2008 in West Monroe. Mrs. Barrier was a member of Grace Baptist Church in Monroe. She retired from The Palace Department Store, and was an Avon District Representative for many years. Mrs. Barrier was very involved in her community and was member of Retired Senior Volunteer Program. Mrs. Barrier was also a member of the Knights of Pythians. She was preceded in death by her son, Albert B. Causey. Survivors include her three children, Claude A. Causey JR and wife Carol, Beverly A. Smith and husband John, and Shelia Massey and husband W.A. "Dub" Massey; fourteen grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren. Mrs. Barrier's grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be held from 4:00PM. until 6:00 PM Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

MRS. BEATRICE HEMPHILL Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Beatrice Hemphill, 89 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, February 10, 2008 at Living Way Apostolic Church West Monroe. Officiating will be Joel Hemphill, David Hemphill and Rev. Carl Shurte. Interment to follow at Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Hemphill was born March 26, 1918 in Ouachita Parish and passed February 8, 2008 in West Monroe. She was preceded in death by her husband, Elder W. T. Hemphill, step-children, Col W. T. Hemphill Jr., Ruth McKeithen, Lois Wingate, Rev. Daniel Hemphill, Mary Evelyn Corr; brothers, Clyde Brown, Bill Brown, Steward Brown; sisters, Gladys Fuller and Gertrue Wall. Mrs. Hemphill worked diligently alongside her beloved husband, W. T., as they founded and pastored numerous churches in California and Louisiana. Their life-long work culminated in establishing and pasturing what is now Living Way Apostolic Church in West Monroe. She is survived by children; Joel and wife LaBreeska Hemphill, Anna Gayle and husband Jerry Hicks, Rita Mayo and husband James, David and wife Leah Hemphill, Brenda and husband Marvin Deason, step-daughters, Juanita Kelley and Verba Spillers; grandchildren; Joel Hemphill, Jr. Trent Hemphill, Candy Christmas, Jerri Gayle Ginn, Tonya Back, Michelle Smith, Rachel Holmes, Preston Mayo, LaTasha Kersh, Brittney Pearce, Quint Deason, Amanda Deason; 18 step-grandchildren; and a host of great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Joel Hemphill Jr., Trent Hemphill, Kendall Ginn, Preston Mayo, Quint Deason and Tim McKeithen. Visitation will be Sunday from 12 noon until servicetime at Living Way Apostolic Church. Online condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

MRS. LOUISE HOWELL Our deep appreciation is extended to you for each kindness extended to us during our loss. May God richly bless you. The Howell Family

T. F. "RED" SIMPSON Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Funeral Services for Mr. T.F. "Red" Simpson, 86. of West Monroe will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, February 10, 2008 in the chapel at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, La. with Rev. Michi Head officiating. Interment will follow at Crossroads Cemetery. Mr. Simpson was born on August 12, 1921 in Downsville, Louisiana and passed away at home Thursday, February 7, 2008. Mr. Simpson was retired from Crow Burlingame of over 45 years of service. He served as a 1st Lieutenant in World War II with the 416th Night Fighters. He was an Ex POW and received the Purple Heart and Distinguished Flying Cross in the U.S. Army Air Force. He was a member of the Pine Hills Country Club in Calhoun and loved playing golf with his friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lillie Mae Maulden Simpson and Talmadge Ford Simpson Sr., two sisters, LaRue Simpson and Mary Jo Fulton, one brother, Billie Ford Simpson. Survivors include his wife, Lila Simpson of West Monroe, son, Tal Simpson and wife Joella of Crossroads, LA., two grandchildren, Savannah and Wiley, two brothers, Johnny Simpson and wife Anna Joyce of Calhoun, LA.; Ervin Simpson, one sister, Floyce Meyer, numerous beloved relatives and friends. Pallbearers will be Don Thompson, Fletcher Loyd, Bobby Loyd, Dusty Gates, Jeff Jordan, Kevin Meyer, and Johnny Simpson. Visitation will be Sunday, February 10, 2008 from 1:00 PM until service time at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. The family would like to thank the Hospice Care of Louisiana and also the V.A. Medical Center in Shreveport and Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

WILLIAM HOWARD JOHNSTON Golden Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Services celebrating the life of William Howard Johnston, 97, will be held at the First United Methodist Church in Bastrop, Louisiana, on Sunday, February 10, 2008, at 2:00 PM Officiating will be Rev. Mark Benge. Interment will follow at the Beekman Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until service time at the church. Howard was born on January 20, 1911 and passed away, after a lengthy illness, on Friday, February 8, 2008, at the Live Oak Retirement Center in Shreveport, Louisiana. He attended Broadmoor United Methodist Church in Shreveport for the past eight years. He was a long time member of the Bastrop United Methodist Church and retired from International Paper Company after 37 years of service. He is preceded in death by his parents, William J. and Lugenia M. Johnston; all of his siblings, Harvey Johnston, Harold Johnston, J. D. Johnston, Doris Johnston, Minnie Poston, Myrtle Tedeton, son-in-law, John F. Langston, and great granddaughter, Cameron Marie Langston. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Muriel Day Johnston; daughter, Bunny Langston; son, Bill Johnston and wife Van; three grandchildren, Will Langston and wife Kelly, Lauren Cox and husband Chris, Dillon Wright; three great grandchildren, Ellie and Grace Wilcox and John Anthony Langston. Honoring Howard as pallbearers will be: Will Langston, Dillon Wright, Charles Moore, Gayle Garrett, Curtis Turner, Nat Little and Jim Merritt. Honorary pallbearer is Chris Wilcox. Daddy was a gracious gentleman in the truest sense of the word. He loved the Lord. He loved his family and he was a faithful friend. www.goldenfh.com

Benton Lee Collins, 70
CROWVILLE — Benton Lee Collins died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National, Winnsboro.

Mary Costanza, 85
Mary Myrtle Woods Costanza of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Carmen Curtis, 77
ARCADIA — Carmen Curtis died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Rose-Neat Funeral Home, Arcadia.

Clyde Grau, 58
RUSTON — Clyde Grau, retired chief operational officer of Lincoln General Hospital, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Mary K. Landers, 85
Mary Kathleen Landers of Monroe, retired from J.C. Penney, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park.

Bobbie C. Morgan, 78
FERRIDAY — Bobbie Calvit Morgan, a retired teacher, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park, Natchez, Miss.

Minnie Price, 88
WILSON — Minnie Price, formerly of Winnsboro, a retired nurse, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Richardson-Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Inglewood Park Cemetery, Inglewood, Calif.

Rev. James Russell, 79
DELHI — The Rev. James Windell Russell, a retired Baptist minister, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Burial will be in Delhi Masonic Cemetery. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Vera Lonas Smith, 95
KILBOURNE — Vera Lonas Smith, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in Kilbourne Cemetery. Visitation is 3-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Lillie Stephenson, 77
FARMERVILLE — Lillie Stephenson, a retired inspector for NASA, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Jeff Thomas Jr., 83
TALLULAH — Jeff Thomas Jr., retired service manager of Osborne Ford, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Dovie Mae Torrey, 77
ENTERPRISE — Dovie Mae Torrey, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Old Catahoula Baptist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

James Wilson Sr., 66
FERRIDAY — James William Wilson Sr., a retired body man for Purvis Motor Co., died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Sycamore Baptist Church, Vidalia. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park, Natchez, Miss.

Milton G. Wisner, 95
NATCHEZ, Miss. — Milton Guilford Wisner, formerly of Vidalia, retired from the Air Force, died Saturday. A private family service will be held at a later date under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Ollie Zaunbrecher, 76
JONES — Ollie Zaunbrecher, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in St. Joseph Catholic Church cemetery, Bastrop. Visitation is 4-7 p.m. today at the funeral home.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Daniels, Presley: 11 a.m. Monday, Mount Olivet Baptist Church, Monroe.
Frost, Betty Jean: 11 a.m. today, Pleasant Valley Assembly of God, Downsville

February 12, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CARMEN CURTIS Rose-Neath Funeral Home Arcadia Chapel Arcadia, LA Funeral services will be held for Carmen Youngblood Curtis, at Rose-Neath Funeral Home Chapel, on Wednesday, February 13, 2008, at 10:00 AM, Duane Cook and Don Woodard will officiate. Interment will follow at the Mt. Mariah cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Tuesday. Mrs. Curtis was born January 24, 1931, in Claiborne Parish to Glen and Lena Youngblood. She entered into rest February 10, 2008. She was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband John Lee Curtis, parents Glen and Lena Youngblood and brother Elgie Youngblood. Mrs. Curtis is survived by two sons, Greg Curtis and wife Deanna of Arcadia and John Curtis of Arcadia, three daughters, Phyllis Curtis of Arcadia, Sandy Green and husband Donald of Arcadia and Janet Hill of Monroe, Sisters Marguerite Sherrill of Athens, Glennie Baker and husband Sam of Farmerville, Brother Paul Youngblood and wife Melva of Bienville, grandchildren Ben Green and wife Tracy, Hannah Green, J.T. Combs, Trevor Hill, Joey Carr and wife Valerie, Brooke Curtis, Jessica Curtis and Jodie Curtis and Brandi Kay Moore Spurlock who she loved as a granddaughter, great-grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Garrett, Riley, Owen and Grant. Pallbearers will be JT Combs, Ben Green, Joey Carr, Trevor Hill, Robert Youngblood and Peter Armstrong. A special thank you to Dr. Mark Haynes, Dr. Scott Haynes and Homer Memorial Hospital's ICU unit. Memorials may be made to the Emmanuel Baptist Church. www.rose-neath.com

DIXIE DELORES (BEACH) BROWN Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, Louisiana Funeral services for Mrs. Dixie Delores (Beach) Brown, age 74, Monroe, LA will be held at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel, 1200 Lamy Lane, Monroe, LA at 10:00 AM Wednesday, February 13, 2008 with Rev. Danny McIlveene officiating. Burial will be at St. Maurice Cemetery, St. Maurice, LA, approximately eight (8) miles west of Winnfield, LA, at 2:00 PM. Mrs. Brown was born February 27, 1933 in Birmingham, AL, and died February 10, 2008 in Monroe. Delores was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grand mother. She was preceded in death by her parents, Rufus and Dixie Beach of St. Stephens, AL, infant daughter, Mary Diane and great granddaughter, Zoe Arie. Survivors include her devoted husband, Dwight Brown, three daughters, Debra Daigle and husband David, Denise Shannon and husband Steve, Dixie Womble and husband Barry, six grandchildren, Josh and Jeremiah Daigle, Stephanie Shannon, Heather Brown, Taylor and Krista Siddon, one step grandchild, Roman Womble, six great grandchildren, LouLou, Radlee, Bronson, Marissa, Baylee and Landan, brothers Jimmy and Ray Beach of Jackson, AL, as well as many loving friends and family including Patty Grubbs who was like an adopted daughter. Donations can be sent to Community Baptist Church, West, Monroe, LA or Christian Harmony Baptist Church, Natchitoches, LA. Mrs. Brown's pallbearers are David, Josh and Jeremiah Daigle, Wesley Martin, Wayne Gourdon, Mike Judah, Mark Tingle. Honorary Pallbearers are her nephews. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Tuesday, February 12, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

DR. EUGENE HENRY FOX Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Dr. Eugene Henry Fox, 86, will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday, February 13, 2008, at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, 3205 Concordia Avenue, Monroe, La with Father Job Edathinatt, Dr. Kuncheria Pathil, and Father Mark Watson officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Dr. Fox passed away Monday, February 11, 2008. He was an Air Force Veteran during WWII. He was very active in Lay Ministries in Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Dr. Fox graduated with his B.S. Degree in Business Administration from Northern State College in South Dakota in 1959. He also graduated with his Ph.D. Degree in Economics from the University of Alabama in 1962. Dr. Fox was the Professor of Economics from 1964 to 1996 at Northeast Louisiana University and was also the Head of the Department of Economic and Finance from 1965 to 1974. He was Assistant to the Dean, College of Business Administration and Coordinator, College of Business Administration Special Projects, from 1975 to 1996. Dr. Fox was owner of farm interest in South Dakota, Chair of Ford Motor Company Appeals Board (FCAB), Insurance Consultant for Northeast Small Business Development Center, and Education Coordinator CPCU program for State Farm Insurance Company, Mid-South Region. Survivors include his wife of fifty nine years, Dolores Shirley Jaragoske Fox; son, Eugene Joseph "Joey" Fox of Dallas, TX; brothers, Lorenz Fox and wife Fran of Yankton, SD and Father Robert Fox of Hanceville, AL; sister-in-law, Mercedes Fox of Watertown, SD; grandsons, PFC Matt Fox of Ft. Bragg, Corporal Brett Fox of Camp Mujuk, Korea, and Chris Fox, Conrad Fox, Kurt Fox, all of Dallas, TX; a number of nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Tuesday, February 12, 2008 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, with the Vigil Wake starting at 6:00 PM, at Mulhearn Funeral Home at Sterlington Road, Monroe. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church or Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

EARNEST WRIGHT JOHNSON Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Funeral services for Earnest W. "Ruff" Johnson age 61 of Grayson will be held 2:00 PM Tuesday February 12, 2008 from the Columbia Chapel of Riser Funeral Home with Rev. Mike Whitman and Rev. Jimmy Fletcher officiating. Interment will follow in the New Light Baptist Church Cemetery, South of Monroe. Earnest Wright Johnson was born on April 21, 1946 at Monroe , LA. to the union of his parents Claude Morris Johnson and Ruth Bea Cauthron Johnson. He passed from this life on Sunday Feb.10,2008 at the Citizens Medical Center in Columbia. Earnest known to everyone as "Ruff" was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Claude "Sonny" Johnson . He was a Veteran of the United States Air Force and after service became a building contractor. Earnest loved to garden and was an avid fisherman. Surviving him are his wife Linda Flores Johnson of Grayson. His former wife and mother of his children Joy Johnson. Three sons Earnest Keith Johnson of West Monroe. Claude Edward Johnson of Tallahassee, FL, Kenneth Wayne Johnson of Luling, La. His Daughter Ruth Ann Vargas of Huntville, Texas. Three Brothers James Johnson and David Johnson both of West Monroe and Benny Johnson of Grayson. Nine Sisters Ruth Holloway of Columbia. Jewell Wilson of Monroe. Barbara Bernard of River Ridge, La. Kathy Wilson of West Monroe, Peggy Fletcher of West Monroe, Bobbie Gregoire of West Monroe. Elaine Hill of Calhoun, Tammy Kilpatrick of Calhoun, and Martha Hedgepeth of Dubach and seven grandchildren and one great-grand-child. Serving as pallbearers will be Johnny Wilson, Darryl Johnson, Neil Bernard, D avid Wilson, Lewis DeVille, and Bill Yelvington. He is also survived by his special little niece Jessa Rae Ann. Visitation for Tuesday will be from 9:00 AM until time of service at the Riser Funeral Home, 7131 U S Hwy 165, Columbia, LA.

MRS. EMMA "BIG MAW MAW" DUBOIS THOMASSIE Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Emma Thomassie will be held Wednesday, February 13, 2008, at 2:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Father Joe Puthuppally officiating. Interment will follow in Monroe Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe, LA. Emma "Big Maw Maw" Thomassie was born in Matthews, LA on March 12, 1930 and died on Monday, February 11, 2008. Preceded in death by her husband; Leo Thomassie, Sr., father; Bernard Dubois, mother; Nola Stesay Dubois. She is survived by her daughters; Sandra Cole, Merita Loupe and husband Raymond. Son; Leo Thomassie, Jr. and wife Susan. Grandchildren; Jerry Bumgarden & wife Linda, Frank Bumgarden & wife Amy, Corey Martin and wife Shelly, Tera Wittnber & husband Ed, Kelly Cole Spears, Billy Hunter, Melissa Hunter, Shannon Dye, Danielle Thomassie, Mia Thomassie, sister; willis Trishe, brother; Alvin Dubois. Also survived by sixteen great grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Tuesday evening from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

OPAL JACKSON FIELDER Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Graveside services for Opal Jackson Fielder, 92, of Bernice, LA, will be Wednesday, February 13, 2008, at 2:00 PM at Hebron Baptist Church. Officiating will be Rev. Kenneth Nutt. Interment will be in Hebron Baptist Church Cemetery. Mrs. Fielder was born on June 12, 1915 in Lincoln Parish, LA, she passed away after a brief illness in Bernice, LA, She is preceded in death by her husband N.E. Fielder. She is survived by her daughter, Billie Jean Fielder Grafton and husband Wallace of Bernice, LA; grandson, Travis Grafton and wife Bobbie of Norphlet, AR; great-grandchildren, Rhiannon Grafton Massery and husband Kevin of Conway, AR; Jared Grafton of El Dorado, AR; brother, Hugh Edward Jackson of Ruston, LA; a host of nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held at 5:00PM to 8:00 PM Tuesday, February 12, 2008 at Hebron Baptist Church. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.

Thomas Lee Bracy, 61
Thomas Lee Bracy of Monroe, a laborer, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at St. Joe Baptist Church, Rhymes. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at McFarland Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Bright Water AME Church Cemetery, Alto.

Lee Benton Collins, 70
CROWVILLE — Lee Benton Collins, a plumber, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Bethany Worship Center, Crowville. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. today at Gill First National, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Mary Woods Costanza, 85
Mary Myrtle Woods Costanza, of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Matthew Catholic Church, Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in St. Matthew Catholic Church Mausoleum.

Bennie Elzy, 83
CROWVILLE — Bennie Elzy, a plumber, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Philadelphia Baptist Church, Crowville. Wake services are 7-8 p.m. Friday at McFarland Funeral Home, Delhi. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Sandra Brown Farr, 64
Sandra Brown Farr of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Kathy Ford, 39
STRONG, Ark. — Kathy Ford, a South Arkansas Medical Center receptionist, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Strong Gymnasium. Burial will be in County Line Cemetery, Laran, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Shelia Gaines, 45
TALLULAH — Shelia Gaines, a teacher's aide, died Feb. 9. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at McCall Senior High School, Tallulah. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at new Bethel Baptist Church, Tallulah. Burial will be in Morning Rest Memorial Park Cemetery, Buckner Community, Tallulah, under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Delhi.

Mary Gibson, 92
PIONEER — Mary Gibson, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Pioneer. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Wednesday at Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Jones Cemetery, Pioneer.

Clyde Grau, 58
RUSTON — Clyde Grau, retired chief operational officer of Lincoln General Hospital, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Douglas Cemetery, Douglas.

Kenneth Dale Howe, 67
BASTROP — Kenneth Dale Howe, a retired insurance sales director, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Twin Oaks Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. today at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Alice Mary Jones, 84
BERNICE — Alice Mary Jones, a homemaker, died Monday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Weldon Baptist Church Cemetery, Weldon. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Jerry Jones Jr., 26
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Jerry Jones Jr. died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence.

Geraldine Frost Jordan, 92
Geraldine C. Frost Jordan of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Pleasant Valley Assembly of God Church, Downsville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

John King, 76
FARMERVILLE — John King, a logger, died Feb. 9. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Woodlawn Baptist Church, Farmerville. Visitation is 4-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Gum Springs Cemetery, Farmerville.

Barney T. Martin, 86
ONESBORO — Barney T. Martin died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Ebenezer Baptist Church, Jonesboro. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Garden of Memories Cemetery, Jonesboro.
Roy Dale 'R.D' Miller, 43VIDALIA — Roy Dale "R.D" Miller, a D&D Drilling employee, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Natchez, Miss.

Jordon 'Jordy' Odom, 13
JENA — Jordon "Jordy" Odom, a student, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 9:30 a.m. until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Bethel Cemetery, Holly Ridge.

Maxine E. Plummer, 83
Maxine E. Plummer of Monroe, a retired certified public secretary, real estate broker, and bridge life master, died Saturday. Memorial services are 10 a.m. Saturday at First United Methodist Church, Loop Road, Monroe.

Catherine B. Prince, 80
NATCHEZ, Miss. — Catherine Bondurant Prince, formerly of Oak Grove, a retired teacher and office manager, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Trinity Episcopal Church, Natchez, Miss. Visitation is 10 a.m. until service time at the church. Burial will be in Natchez City Cemetery, Natchez, Miss., under the
direction of Laird Funeral Home.

Annie Louise Smith, 50
Annie Louise Smith of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

James Jessie Smith, 84
James Jessie Smith of Monroe, a veteran, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Lillie Stephenson, 77
BERNICE — Lillie Stephenson, a retired inspector for NASA, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mount Tabor Baptist Church, Farmerville. Visitation is 9 a.m. until time of services today at the church. Burial will be in Cedar Crest Cemetery, Baytown, Texas, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Billie Tarver Whitlock, 44
HAILE — Billie Jean Tarver Whitlock died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Coushatta.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Russell, Rev. James Windell: 10 a.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.
Smith, Vera Lonas: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Torrey, Dovie Mae: 10 a.m. today, Old Catahoula Baptist Church, Enterprise.
Wilson Sr., James William: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Sycamore Baptist Church, Vidalia.
Zaunbrecher, Ollie: 2 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

February 13, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

DANIEL BENJAMIN EMMONS Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Graveside Service for Mr. Daniel Benjamin Emmons, 93, of West Monroe, will be 10:00 AM Thursday, February 14, 2008 at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Mr. Emmons died February 11, 2008. Mr. Emmons was preceded in death by his wife Marian A. Emmons. Survivors include Eileen Emmons Altenberg and her husband Al, Daniel M. Emmons and his wife Joyce, Jennifer Emmons Bryan and her husband Jeff; grandchildren, John Altenberg and his wife Beth, Daniel Ray Emmons, Robert Altenberg, David Emmons, Joanna Bagley and her husband Billy, Jeffrey Bryan Jr.; great grandchildren, Zack, Seth, Alison Paige, Mallory, and Ellie. Mr. Emmons was a veteran of World War II. He served as a Technical Sergeant US Army 4th Division Headquarters Battery 42nd Field Artillery Battalion. He was active in planning the D-Day invasion of Utah Beach. He was awarded a Bronze Star for bravery after the Battle of the Bulge. Mr. Emmons had a special heart for his grandchildren. He will be remembered and greatly missed. Visitation will be 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Wednesday, February 13, 2008 under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

EARNEST GENE LAWRENCE Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, Louisiana Funeral services for Earnest Lawrence 64, will be 4:00 PM Thursday, February 14, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe with Brother Dale Jordon officiating. Interment will be private under the directions of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mr. Lawrence was born July 24, 1943 in Norfolk, Arkansas and passed away February 11, 2008 in West Monroe, LA. He is preceded in death by his parents; Virgil and Agnes Lawrence, brothers; Bobbie and Rufus Lawrence, nephew; Dennis Lawrence, an infant sister. Survived by his wife; Shirel Lawrence of West Monroe, daughters; Sherry Harrington and husband Paul of Chicago, Illinois, Rhonda Bowie of Downsville, Linda Ross of West Monroe, Martha Hoover and husband Jimmy of Conway, Arkansas, sons; Terry Lawrence and wife Cris of Shiloh, Georgia, Earnest Lawrence, Jr. and wife Cheryl of Atlanta, Georgia. Brothers; Leon Lawrence and wife Maryanne of Arkansas, Leroy Lawrence and wife Patricia of Hamilton, Michigan, Hershel Lawrence and wife Audry of Muskegon, Michigan, sisters; Bernice Arens and husband Jerry of West Olive, Michigan, Louise Bouie of Oklahoma, Freda Wagner and husband Glen of Oklahoma, Patricia Woodruff of Mississippi. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM, Thursday, February 14, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe, Louisiana. Memorial donations may be made to the family. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilatricfuneralhomes.com.

FRANCES BERNICE REITZELL RADER Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, Louisiana Funeral services for Frances Reitzell Rader, 87, formerly of Monroe, LA will be 2:00 PM,Thursday, February 14, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA with Dr. John Traylor officiating. Interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery of Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Mrs. Rader passed away at Zachary Manor Nursing Home in Zachary, LA on February 11, 2008. She was a retired school teacher from Ouachita Parish School System and a life long resident of Monroe, LA. She was a life long and active member of the First Baptist Church of Monroe where she served many years as a Sunday School teacher and choir member and former president of W. M. U. She was active in the Eastern Star where she served as a Worthy Matron and enjoyed traveling throughout the world. Mrs. Rader was preceded in death by her husband: Charles W. Rader, her parents: Frank V. Reitzell, Sr. and Bernice Welch Reitzell, stepmother: Christine Collins Reitzell and a brother: Doxie Reitzell. She is survived by three Brothers: Frank Reitzell, Jr., Charles Reitzell and Richard Reitzell; her sons and daughter-in-law: Wayne and Nettie Rader of Senern, Maryland, and Steve and Suzanne Rader of Slaughter, LA; her grandchildren: David Rader, Jennifer Rader and Shannon Aldridge; and five great grandchildren. The family would like to thank the staff at Zachary Manor Nursing Home for all their compassion and care throughout the years and a special thanks to Dr. Juan Medina. Visitation will be at Kilpatrick Funeral Home on Lamy Lane in Monroe, Thursday, February 14, 2008 from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM. Online condolences may be made at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

FRANCES GLENDINE WILSON FINCHER Young's Funeral Directors El Dorado, AR. Frances Glendine Wilson Fincher, 84, of El Dorado died February 11, 2008 at Medical Center of South Arkansas following a brief illness. She was a retired social worker and graduate of Newcomb College of Tulane University (1947), and received a Masters Degree in Social Work from UALR (1981). She was a parishioner of St. Mary's Episcopal Church, where she served as a Stephen Minister, a member of the ECW, the Women of St. Mary's and the Daughters of the King. As an Oblate of the Order of St. Benedict, she attended seminars and worship retreats. She was active in community organizations, serving as President of the PTA and the El Dorado Junior Service League. She was the daughter of the late Thomas and Lillian Wilson of Selma, Alabama. She is survived by a son Dr. Richard and Cathie Fincher of Monroe, LA, daughter Jeanie and Mike Miles, son Ronny and Dr. Bernadette Fincher all of El Dorado, daughter Janet and Dr. Phil Grau of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and daughter Sara and Steve Schmidt of Santa Clarita, CA; sister and brother-in-law Kay Hyland of Dallas, TX and Edward Fincher of Little Rock; grandchildren Peter Grau, John and April Miles, Sam Fincher, Laura Briggs, Elizabeth Martinez; Richard L. Fincher, one great grandson and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Thursday, February 14, 2008 at St. Mary's Episcopal Church with Revs. Charles Chapman and Paula Hall officiating. Burial will follow at Old Parkers Chapel Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Directors. Visitation will be 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. Wednesday at the funeral home. The family will accept friends and family at 1109 Cypress, El Dorado, AR. Memorials may be made to St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 512 Champagnolle Rd., El Dorado, AR 71730. Serving, as pallbearers will be grandsons, John Miles, Sam Fincher, Peter Grau, Richard L. Fincher and friends Rusty McGaugh and Jon Tarver.

GERALDINE C. FROST JORDAN Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Geraldine C. Frost, 92 of Downsville, LA will be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, February 14, 2008 at Pleasant Valley Assembly of God Church with Rev. Tracey Ables and Rev. Butch Pilcher officiating. Interment will be held at the church cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Jordan passed away February 10, 2008 at Cornerstone Hospital West Monroe after a courageous battle with diabetes and kidney failure. She was a charter member of the Pleasant Valley Church her father started in the early 1920's. Over the years she served as Sunday School teacher, church secretary-treasurer, ladies group leader, and choir member. She was always willing to serve her church and community in any capacity. She loved gospel music and sang for many years with her husband in a church quartet. Mrs. Jordan has been a devoted and loving wife, grandmother and a precious saint of God. She was preceded in death by her husband Melvin C. Jordan, father, Willie Mae Frost, her mother Catherine M. Tanner Frost, brothers and sisters; Herbert Frost, Arthur (Buddy) Frost, Beatrice Grayson, Verdie Zeagler, Bessie Butler, Wayne Frost and Elmer Frost, daughter and son-in-law, Barbara and G. C. Bearden, a grandson Tony Bearden and her grand son-in-law, James Taylor. Survivors include one son, Deral Jordan of West Monroe; her daughters and son-in-laws, Melvaleen and Jerry Burroughs of West Monroe, Linda and Connie Mack Bearden of Farmerville, LA, her granddaughters, Monica Breedlove of Farmerville, Angela Taylor of West Monroe, one great-granddaughter, Brandi Taylor of West Monroe; one foster grandson, Robert Heckford West Monroe; brother, Clarence Frost and wife Jimmie Sue of Downsville, step-granddaughter, Terri Silmon of Farmerville; and numerous nieces and nephews. Three nieces that were so good to her to the end, Donna Allen and husband Marvin of West Monroe, Maxine Copeland and Dixie Hennington all of Downsville. Mrs. Jordan was a loving wife, daughter, mother, sister and neighbor in her community. She taught us all to love God, serve others and very importantly, a lesson in forgiveness. God really blessed her with a long life. She will be missed by all. Pallbearers will be Jerry Glenward Jordan, Kerry Jordan, James Butler, Mark Copeland, Eddie Wayne Bailey, and Thomas Hennington. Honorary pallbearers will be Sherward Tanner, Dewain Jordan and Marvin Allen. Memorials can be made to the Melvin Jordan Memorial Fund c/o The Pleasant Valley Assembly of God Church, Downsville, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Wednesday, February 13, 2008at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe.

GLORIA GEM VALLERY WETZEL Forest Park East Funeral Home, Webster, TX Gloria Gem Vallery Wetzel, 78, passed away on February 12, 2008, in Friendswood, TX. Gloria is preceded in death by her parents, Matt and Pinkie Vallery; loving husband, Robert E. Wetzel and brothers, AJ and Ray. She is survived by her daughter, Becky Kirkpatrick and husband Terry; grandsons, Colin Robert and Cole Logan Kirkpatrick; brother, Charles and wife Evelyn Vallery; sister-in-laws, Mary Jewel and Virginia Vallery; and numerous loving family members and friends. The family will receive friends Thursday, February 14, 2008, beginning at 9:00 AM at Forest Park East Funeral Home Chapel. Chapel services will follow at 10:00 AM with a committal service at Forest Park East Cemetery.

IN LOVING Memory JAMES L. ANTLEY "BIG JIM" September 8, 1943 February 13, 2007 I thought of you with love today But that is nothing new, I thought about you yesterday and days before that too. I think of you in silence I often speak your name, All I have are memories and your picture in a frame. Your memory is my keepsake with which I'll never part God has you in His keeping I have you in my heart. Love Sherry, children and grandchildren

JERRY C. JOHNSTON Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Services for Jerry Cecil Johnston, age 74 of Ruston, LA. will be held Thursday, February 14, 2008 at 2:00 P.M at Trinity United Methodist Church, Ruston, LA. with Rev. Fred Wideman officiating. Interment will follow at Pines Memorial Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home; Ruston, LA. Visitation will be at Dr. Johnston's home, 425 Forest Circle following the interment at Pines Memorial Gardens. Dr. Johnston was born July 19, 1933 in Beekman, LA. and passed away February 11, 2008 in Ruston, LA. He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. He attended L. S. U. and graduated from Loyola School of Dentistry in 1958. He served two years as a Captain in the U. S. Air Force in the Dental Corp at Carswell Air Force base in Ft. Worth, TX.; He opened his dental office in Ruston in 1960 and served his community for 47 years. Dr. Johnston helped organize Boy Scout Troup 59 and served as its first scout master. He was the dental consultant for Ruston State School for many years. He was elected City Alderman in 1966 and was selected Ruston's Outstanding Young Man in 1967. He was a supporter of La. Tech at various Levels and past President of Greater Tech Foundation. Dr. Johnston was one of the five founders of Cedar Creek School and served on the Board of Directors until his death. Dr. Johnston was a Fellowship member in the: Academy of Dentistry International, Academy of General Dentistry, American College of Dentists, International College of Dentists and Pierre Fauchard Academy. Past President of the 5th District Dental Society and the Northeast Louisiana Dental Association. A graduate of Pankey Institute for Advanced Dental training and received a mastership at the Las Vegas Institute. He was an avid fisherman and passionate outdoorsman. He was preceded in death by his parents, Margie and Leon Johnston; sister, Margie Ann Port; brother Leon Allen Johnston. Survivors include his wife Joann Keller Johnston, sons Jerry Lamar Johnston and wife Tami of Ruston. Stephen Doyle Johnston and wife Kim of Port Richey, FL.; daughters Frances Johnston Matise and husband Mark of Dallas TX. Holly Johnston Reed and husband Jay of Southlake, TX. Ten grandchildren: Jerry Johnston, Jr., Taylor Johnston, Ayla Johnston, Elle Johnston Hoyt Matise, Frances Ann Matise, Keller Matise, Meridian Reed, Cierra Reed and Calloway Reed; his brothers Max Johnston and wife Frances and Ronnie Johnston and wife Jeanette of Rome, GA. Pallbearers will be Johnny Maxwell, James Davison, Ben James, Ron Riley, Tommy James, Tom Hinton and Jerry Lamar Johnston, Jr. Honorary pallbearers will be Robert Dawkins, Scotty Robertson, Dr. Hoye Grafton, Danny Carroll, Dr. Damon Bradford, Mike Frazier, Joe Hinton, M. L. Smith, Lincoln Bordelon, Joe Reeves, Huey Warner, Fred Hoogland, Bill Rogers, Troy Smalling and Tom Kilpatrick. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to La. Methodist Children's Home or Cedar Creek School in Ruston. Online Condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

LINDA CROWSON HARRELL Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside services for Linda Harrell 60 of West Monroe will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, February 14, 2008 at Hasley Cemetery. Rev. Robin Roark will be officiating under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. She was born November 14, 1947 in Monroe, LA and passed away February 11, 2008 in West Monroe. Linda is preceded in death by her husband, Dennis Harrell; father, R. C. Crowson; sister, Beth Schempf; and brother, Marvin Crowson. Linda is survived by a daughter, Shala Tornatore; 2 grandchildren; Chase Bailey and Evan Smitherman; mother, Lillian Crowson; sister, Jane Burkett; brother, John Crowson; and a host of close friends and relatives. Linda was a very giving and loving person and will be dearly missed by her family and friends. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

MARY MYRTLE WOODS COSTANZA Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Myrtle Woods Costanza, 85, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, February 14, 2008 at St. Matthew Catholic Church, 121 Jackson Street, Monroe, LA with Father Joe Puthuppally officiating. Interment will follow at St. Matthew Catholic Cemetery Mausoleum. Mrs. Costanza passed away Sunday, February 10, 2008. She was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Louis J. Costanza Sr. Survivors include her son, Louis J. Costanza Jr.; step daughters, Vita Southern and husband Lee and Margaret Tarver and husband Tommy.; stepson, Joe N. Costanza and wife Pat; grandson, Louis Trey Costanza III. Pallbearers will be Sal Petitto, Danny Griffith, Will Chapman, Raymond Horne, John Southern, and Tim Southern. Visitation will be Wednesday, February 13, 2008, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road. Online Condolences/Registry: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

RICHARD W. BURGOYNE Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Richard Burgoyne, beloved husband of Tywannia "Tee" Burgoyne and devoted father of Jan Daniels and Ann Fugler, died at Glenwood Regional Medical Center on February 11, 2008 following a brief illness. Mr. Burgoyne, born on November 11, 1939, was a lifelong resident of Monroe. He graduated from Neville High in the Class of 1957, attended LSU and graduated from Northeast Louisiana University with a degree in Business Administration. For many years before his retirement Mr. Burgoyne owned and operated Burgoyne Janitorial Service and Total Property Maintenance. Richard, called "the Whale" by his many friends, had a passion for golf, serving as the Official Starter and Assistant to the Executive Director of the Louisiana Golf Association, providing live coverage from the Masters during the 70's and 80's through KMLB radio, and playing many rounds over the years with his friends at Bayou DeSiard Country Club. He was a member of the Louisiana Sports Writers' Association and committee member for the USGA. Richard also was an avid fan of ULM and supported the University's Athletic program with his attendance over the years and his involvement in the Booster Club. He was on the broadcast team providing color commentary from 1979 to 1983. He was also active in the Monroe Rotary Club for many years. Mr. Burgoyne was the most proud and happiest when he was surrounded by his family. He was preceded in death by his father, Everette Burgoyne, and mother, Zora Barlowe Burgoyne. Survivors include his wife, Tywannia "Tee" Burgoyne; daughters: Jan Daniels and husband, Derek and Ann Fugler and husband, John; grandchildren: Will Daniels, Parker Fugler and Whitney Fugler, who lovingly called him Bubba; and sister: Doll Burgoyne. During his later years he spent most of his time attending the "boys" ball games and enjoyed the company of "folks" who dropped by. Bubba's memory will remain vivid to his family and friends with wonderful stories about a man who enjoyed life to the fullest and could always bring a smile to anyone's face. He will be deeply missed. At Mr. Burgoyne's request, because of his love of the outdoors, a graveside service will be held on Thursday, February 14, 2008 at 12:00 Noon at Memorial Park Cemetery here in Monroe. Everyone is invited to come and be a part of the service. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Wednesday, February 13, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home on Lamy Lane in Monroe. Pallbearers will be: Henry Thomas, Henry Cole, Dr. Howard John, Kenny Cagle, Bo Bilbo, John Cobb, Carl Aron, French Smith, and Bill Rose. Honorary pallbearers will be: Bob De Moss, Don Stinson, Ralph Wicker, and Dr. Buddy Bodron. Memorials may be made to Ruple-Brown Memorial Scholarship Fund, 103 Regency Place, West Monroe, LA 71291. Online condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

SANDRA BROWN FARR Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA. Funeral services for Sandra Brown Farr, 64, of Monroe will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thursday, February 14, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA with Rev. Will Sheffield officiating. Burial will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA. Mrs. Farr passed away February 11, 2008. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Dorothy Brown; and her sister, Donna Bush. Sandy excelled in and enjoyed gardening with her daughter, often offering and asking for long-distance consultations. Loving a house full of people, she would often cook and entertain family and friends. Those fortunate enough to attend any one of her large parties or small gatherings throughout the years, knew she was one of the best cooks in North Louisiana. In recent years, Sandy developed a fondness for Monroe's Little Theater productions, attending frequently. Her greatest love was for her children and grandchildren. She spent a great amount of time traveling to visit them. She will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all of the people whose lives she touched, whether through a simple recipe shared or a lifelong friendship offered. Survivors include her children, Rodney Farr and wife Cynthia of Coppell, Tx; Deidra Farr of Atlanta, GA; grandchildren, Ashton and Cameron Farr; sister-in-law, Linda Goodloe and husband Billy of San Antonio, TX. Pallbearers will be Freddy Cook, Burl McGee, Gene Schempf, Don Shlosman, Jerry Keever, and Lee Tugwell. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Wednesday February 13, 2008 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe, LA. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Dewey Barnes Jr., 87
WINNSBORO — Dewey George Barnes Jr., a retired crop duster, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Hattie Benton, 79
Hattie Benton of West Monroe died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Macedonia Baptist Church, Sibley. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time Saturday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Dixie Delores Brown, 74
Dixie Delores "Beach" Brown of Monroe, retired from retail sales, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in St. Maurice Cemetery eight miles west of Winnfield.

Elizabeth C. Bryant, 86
Elizabeth C. Bryant of West Monroe, a retired florist, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. today at St. Patrick's Episcopal Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Opal Jackson Fielder, 92
BERNICE — Opal Jackson Fielder, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Hebron Baptist Church Cemetery, Bernice. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Eugene Henry Fox, 86
Eugene Henry Fox of Monroe, a retired University of Louisiana at Monroe professor, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Ralph A. Griffing, 86
WINNSBORO — Ralph A. Griffing, a farmer, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Thelma Holden, 99
HOUSTON — Thelma Holden died Monday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Greenwood Cemetery, Ruston under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Lucille Howard, 84
CROWVILLE — Lucille Howard, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Pleasant Green Baptist Church, Crowville. Visitation is 3-5 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Delhi. Burial will be in Philadelphia Baptist Church Cemetery, Crowville.

George 'G' Johnson, 85
HARRISONBURG — George "G" Johnson, a World War II veteran and Purple Heart recipient, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Meyers Bend Pentecostal Church. Burial will be in Heard Cemetery, Manifest under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

H.M. McKoin, 62
BEEKMAN — H.M. McKoin, an auto body repairman, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. today at Oak Grove City Cemetery. Visitation is 10 a.m. until noon today at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Edward Smith Jr., 68
JACKSON — Edward Smith Jr. died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Darlynn Taylor, 73
INDIAN TOWN, Fla. — Darlynn Taylor, formerly of Winnsboro, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Emma D. Thomassie, 77
Emma Dubois Thomassie of West Monroe, a retired cook, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Rosie Watson, 90
TALLULAH — Rosie Watson died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Jessica M. Williams, 20
Jessica M. Williams of Monroe, a cashier, died Feb. 5. Services were 2 p.m. Sunday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial was in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Bracy, Thomas Lee: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Joe Baptist Church, Rhymes.
Collins, Lee Benton : 1 p.m. today, Bethany Worship Center, Crowville.
Costanza, Mary Woods: 10 a.m. Thursday, St. Matthew Catholic Church, Monroe.
Elzy, Bennie: 2 p.m. Saturday, Philadelphia Baptist Church, Crowville.
Ford, Kathy: 1 p.m. Saturday, Strong Gymnasium, Strong, Ark.
Gaines, Shelia: 1 p.m. Saturday, McCall Senior High School, Tallulah.
Gibson, Mary: 11 a.m. Thursday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Pioneer.
Grau, Clyde: 10 a.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.
Howe, Kenneth Dale: 2 p.m. today, Twin Oaks Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Jones, Alice Mary: 11 a.m. today, Weldon Baptist Church Cemetery, Weldon.
King, John: 11 a.m. Saturday, Woodlawn Baptist Church, Farmerville.
Martin, Barney T.: 2 p.m. today, Ebenezer Baptist Church, Jonesboro.
Miller, Roy Dale 'R.D.': 11 a.m. today, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Plummer, Maxine: 10 a.m. Saturday, First United Methodist Church, Loop Road, Monroe.
Prince, Catherine Bondurant: 11 a.m. Saturday, Trinity Episcopal Church, Natchez, Miss.
Smith, Vera Lonas: 10 a.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Wilson Sr., James William: 2 p.m. today, Sycamore Baptist Church, Vidalia

February 14, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ARNOLD E. WATTS Edmonds Funeral Home Jonesboro, LA Funeral services for Arnold E. Watts, of Jonesboro will be held on Friday, February 15, 2008, at Edmonds Funeral Home Chapel in Jonesboro at 1:00 PM. Officiating will be Rev. Charles Wesley. Interment will follow in the Jonesboro Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 14, 2008 at Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM. A Masonic service will be held at 7:00 PM on Thursday, February 14, 2008 at Edmonds Funeral Home. Mr. Watts was born on October 14, 1929 and died on February 13, 2008, he was 78. Survivors include, two Daughters, Susie Watts of Murfreesboro, TN, Letha Hartsfield and husband Trae of Ruston, LA ; three Sons, Mike Watts of Campti, LA, Russ Watts and wife Erica of Quitman, LA, Scott Watts of Haughton, LA ; five Grandchildren, Logan, Seth and Adam Hartsfield, Andrew Watts and Tess Myers . Mr. Watts was preceded in death by his wife, JoAnn Watts and one son, Steven Watts. Pallbearers will be: Russ Watts, Scott Watts, Mike Watts, Drew Watts, Logan Hartsfield and Trae Hartsfield.

BILLIE JEAN TARVER WHITLOCK Rose-Neath Funeral Homes, Inc. Coushatta, LA Services for Billie Jean Tarver Whitlock, age 44, will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, February 15, 2008 at Rose-Neath's Coushatta Chapel. Officiating will be Rev. John Grabanski of Magnolia Baptist Church. Burial will be at Mt. Zion Cemetery, Hall Summit, LA. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday, February 14, 2008 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Billie was born on May 10, 1963 in Shreveport, LA and passed away on Sunday, February 10, 2008 in Albuquerque, NM after an extended illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Dempsey Anderson Tarver and Mattie Mae Tilton; her brother, Dempsey Anderson Tarver, Jr. and her sister, Melba Louise Stroud. Billie's interests were her children, her toy poodle Little Man, family, friends, quilting, photography, computers, talking on the phone and Finch Lake Campground which she operated along with her husband and Evelyn Norris. Billie was a loving, outgoing person and a comfort to anyone who knew her. She will be deeply missed by family and many friends. Rose-Neath Funeral Home Coushatta Chapel

DENNIS WAYNE STARKS Happy Valentine's Day! We Love and Miss You So Much Love Always, Your Girls

EARNEST GENE LAWRENCE Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, Louisiana Funeral services for Earnest Lawrence 64, will be 4:00 PM Thursday, February 14, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe with Brother Dale Jordon officiating. Interment will be private under the directions of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mr. Lawrence was born July 24, 1943 in Norfolk, Arkansas and passed away February 11, 2008 in West Monroe, La. He is preceded in death by his parents; Virgil and Agnes Lawrence, brothers; Bobbie and Rufus Lawrence, nephew; Dennis Lawrence, an infant sister. Survived by his wife; Shirel Lawrence of West Monroe, daughters; Sherry Harrington and husband Paul of Chicago, Illinois, Rhonda Bowie of Downsville, Linda Ross of West Monroe, Martha Hoover and husband Jimmy of Conway, AR, sons; Terry Lawrence and wife Cris of Shiloh, GA, Earnest Lawrence, Jr. and wife Cheryl of Atlanta, GA; Brothers; Leon Lawrence and wife Maryanne of Mt. Home, AR, Leroy Lawrence and wife Patricia of Hamilton, MI, Hershel Lawrence and wife Audry of Muskegon, MI; sisters; Bernice Arens and husband Jerry of West Olive, MI, Louise Bouie of OK, Freda Wagner and husband Glen of OK, Patricia Woodruff of MS. Also survived by sixteen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM, Thursday, February 14, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe, Louisiana. Memorial donations may be made to the family.

FRANCES BERNICE REITZELL RADER Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, Louisiana Funeral services for Frances Reitzell Rader, 87, formerly of Monroe, LA will be 2:00 PM,Thursday, February 14, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA with Dr. John Traylor officiating. Interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery of Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Mrs. Rader passed away at Zachary Manor Nursing Home in Zachary, LA on February 11, 2008. She was a retired school teacher from Ouachita Parish School System and a life long resident of Monroe, LA. She was a life long and active member of the First Baptist Church of Monroe where she served many years as a Sunday School teacher and choir member and former president of W. M. U. She was active in the Eastern Star where she served as a Worthy Matron and enjoyed traveling throughout the world. Mrs. Rader was preceded in death by her husband: Charles W. Rader, her parents: Frank V. Reitzell, Sr. and Bernice Welch Reitzell, stepmother: Christine Collins Reitzell and a brother: Doxie Reitzell. She is survived by three Brothers: Frank Reitzell, Jr., Charles Reitzell and Richard Reitzell; her sons and daughter-in-law: Wayne and Nettie Rader of Senern, Maryland, and Steve and Suzanne Rader of Slaughter, LA; her grandchildren: David Rader, Jennifer Rader and Shannon Aldridge; and five great grandchildren. The family would like to thank the staff at Zachary Manor Nursing Home for all their compassion and care throughout the years and a special thanks to Dr. Juan Medina. Visitation will be at Kilpatrick Funeral Home on Lamy Lane in Monroe, Thursday, February 14, 2008 from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM. Online condolences may be made at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

MR. HARRY KENNETH "KEN" BEERS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Memorial services for Mr. Harry Kenneth "Ken" Beers will be held 11:30 AM Saturday, February 16, 2008 at Calhoun Presbyterian Church in Calhoun, LA. Mr. Beers will be laid to rest at Roselawn Memorial Gardens. Mr. Beers was born March 18, 1927 in Appleton, Maryland and passed away February 13, 2008 in Monroe, LA. He served in the U.S. Army Occupational Forces in Germany during World War II. Mr. Beers retired from Chrysler and General Dynamics as a quality control supervisor with over 33 years of service. He was a charter member of Evangelical Presbyterian Church in Newark, Delaware and currently served as an elder of Calhoun Presbyterian Church. Mr. Beers is survived by his wife, Doris Gray Beers; son, Bruce Kenneth Beers and wife Sandra A. Beers; daughters; Robin Beers Gorab and husband Thomas E. Gorab; Kim Beers Alexander and husband Dr. William C. Alexander; sister, Doris Beers Briscoe; granddaughters, Christina M. Gorab, Amy R. Beers, Hannah M. Alexander, Leigh Beth Alexander, Mary Lynn Alexander; grandsons, Brandon E. Gorab and wife Emily, Matthew K. Gorab and wife Birute, Nathan B. Beers, Justin B. Beers, William Clay Alexander, Jr., Ian K. Alexander and Aaron P. Alexander and was eagerly awaiting his first great-grandson. Pallbearers will be Bruce Beers, William Alexander, Thomas Gorab, Nathan Beers, Samuel Gray, Justin Beers, and Clay Alexander . Honorary pallbearers will be grandsons who are currently serving their country in the United States Military, Captain Brandon Gorab and DSS Matthew Gorab. The family would like to express heartfelt thanks to Dr. David Burkett and staff for their expert care and especially their compassion. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Calhoun Presbyterian Church: Building Fund P.O. Box 210 Calhoun, LA 71225 Online condolences may be sent to the family at ww.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

MR. RICHARD HENRY "POP" COKER Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Richard Henry "Pop" Coker 69, of Calhoun, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Friday, February 15, 2008 at First Baptist Church of Calhoun. Rev. Neil Everett and Rev. Dub Massey will be officiating. Interment will follow at Beulah Church Cemetery Calhoun, LA, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Coker was born November 14, 1938 in Ouachita Parish, LA and passed away February 13, 2008 in Monroe, LA. He was retired from Hydraulic Rebuilders of West Monroe with over 30 years of service. Whether he was fishing or hunting, he loved being outdoors. Mr. Coker was a member of First Baptist Church in Calhoun, LA. Mr. Coker is survived by his wife of 51 years Annette Coker; daughters, Nancy Ann Britton, Carol Jean Widener and husband Mike, Pamela Gayle Robinson and husband Gary, "special daughters", Gina White and Crystal Bresett; brothers, Billy Ray Coker and wife Earnestine, Gerald Don Coker and wife Marilyn; sister, Ima Nae Green and husband Roy; 7 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers; Joshua Fitzpatrick, Jeffrey Fitzpatrick, Jacob Fitzpatrick, Ricky Coker, Chris Coker and Tanner White. The family would like extend a heartfelt thanks to MICU and Specialty Hospital at St. Francis Medical Center, and a special thanks to Dr. Clyde Elliott his primary physician, God Bless You All. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

Robert Armstrong, 81
BASTROP — Robert Armstrong, an International Paper woodyard operator, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Morehouse Baptist Association Building, Bastrop. Visitation 5-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Red Hill Cemetery, Mer Rouge.

Dewey G. Barnes Jr., 87
WINNSBORO Dewey George Barnes Jr., a retired crop duster, died Tuesday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Bethany Worship Center, Winnsboro under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Richard W. Burgoyne, 68
Richard W. Burgoyne of Monroe, owner-operator of a commercial cleaning business, died Monday. Graveside services are noon today at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Lamy Lane, Monroe.

Phillis G. Burress, 66
FERRIDAY — Phillis G. Burress, a self-employed provider agent, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Ferriday Church of God. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday at the church under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Jeanette C. Clements, 76
FERRIDAY — Jeanette Chapman Clements died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Jimmie Theodora Cole, 59
Jimmie Theodora Cole of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at New Saint James Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Wallace C. Davis, 96
WINNSBORO — Wallace C. Davis, a retired farmer and rancher, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Daniel B. Emmons, 93
Daniel Benjamin Emmons of West Monroe, a retired pipefitter for Local Union 659, died Monday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. today at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens Cemetery, West Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Willie B. Walker Evans, 63
CLAYTON — Willie B. Walker Evans, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at St. Mark Baptist Church, Clayton. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in New Mount Zion Cemetery, Clayton under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Sandra Brown Farr, 64
Sandra Brown Farr of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Walker D. Gay, 87
DOTHAN, Ala. — Walker D. Gay, formerly of Ruston, retired Lincoln Parish School Board member, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery.

Darnell Grayson, 82
RAYVILLE — Darnell Grayson, a bus driver, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Oak Grove.

Ralph A. Griffing, 86
WINNSBORO — Ralph A. Griffing, a farmer, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Pleasant Hale Cemetery near Mangham.

Linda Crowson Harrell, 60
Linda Crowson Harrell of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. today at Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Feola Hayes, 80
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Feola Hayes died Feb. 2. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Mount Celler Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Wake services are 5-6 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery, Tallulah.

Ernest R. Johnston, 77
MANGHAM — Ernest R. Johnston, a retired engineer, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Dr. Jerry Johnston, 74
RUSTON — Dr. Jerry Johnston, a dentist, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Trinity United Methodist Church, Ruston. Burial will be in Pines Memorial Gardens Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Jerry Jones Jr., 26
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Jerry Jones Jr., died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at East Carroll Baptist Center, Lake Providence. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Cain Ridge No. 1 Cemetery.

Jessie Jones, 85
BASTROP — Jessie Jones died Feb. 6. Services are noon Saturday at St. Luke Church, Bonita. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Red Hill Cemetery, Mer Rouge.

Geraldine Frost Jordan, 92
Geraldine C. Frost Jordan of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Pleasant Valley Assembly of God Church, Downsville. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Curtis Landers Jr., 52
RAYVILLE — Curtis Landers Jr., a construction worker, died Feb. 4. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Holley Ridge Baptist Church Cemetery, Dehlco.

Earnest G. Lawrence, 64
Earnest Gene Lawrence of West Monroe, a construction worker, died Monday. Services are 4 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Robert Neal, 78
Robert Neal of Monroe, a contractor, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Audrey Marie Nobles, 85
Audrey Marie Nobles of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Further arrangements are incomplete.

Ada Paynes, 93
TALLULAH — Ada Paynes died Feb. 1. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

Frances Reitzell Rader, 87
ZACHERY — Frances Bernice Reitzell Rader, a retired Ouachita Parish schoolteacher formerly of Monroe, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. until time of services today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Monroe.

Annie Louise Smith, 50
Annie Louise Smith of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at New Daughters of Zion Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Jessie James Smith, 84
Jessie James Smith of Monroe, a pipefitter, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Avenue Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Collins R. Viola, 75
Retired U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Collins R. Viola of West Monroe died Wednesday. Visitation is 9-10:15 a.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Further arrangements are incomplete.

Mary E. Washington, 85
Mary E. Washington of Monroe, a retired teacher, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Benton, Hattie: 2 p.m. Saturday, Macedonia Baptist Church, Sibley.
Bracy, Thomas Lee: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Joe Baptist Church, Rhymes.
Costanza, Mary Woods: 10 a.m. today, St. Matthew Catholic Church, Monroe.
Elzy, Bennie: 2 p.m. Saturday, Philadelphia Baptist Church, Crowville.
Ford, Kathy: 1 p.m. Saturday, Strong Gymnasium, Strong, Ark.
Gaines, Shelia: 1 p.m. Saturday, McCall Senior High School, Tallulah.
Gibson, Mary: 11 a.m. today, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Pioneer.
Holdon, Thelma: 10 a.m. today, Greenwood Cemetery, Ruston.
Howard, Lucille: 11 a.m. Saturday, Pleasant Green Baptist Church, Crowville.
Jordon, Geraldine Frost: 11 a.m. today, Pleasant Valley Assembly of God Church, Downsville.
King, John: 11 a.m. Saturday, Woodlawn Baptist Church, Farmerville.
Plummer, Maxine: 10 a.m. Saturday, First United Methodist Church, Loop Road, Monroe.
Prince, Catherine Bondurant: 11 a.m. Saturday, Trinity Episcopal Church, Natchez, Miss

February 15, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

BILLIE JEAN TARVER WHITLOCK Rose-Neath Funeral Homes Coushatta, LA Services for Billie Jean Tarver Whitlock, age 44, will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, February 15, 2008 at Rose-Neath's Coushatta Chapel. Officiating will be Rev. John Grabanski of Magnolia Baptist Church. Burial will be at Mt. Zion Cemetery, Hall Summit, LA. Billie was born on May 10, 1963 in Shreveport, LA and passed away on Sunday, February 10, 2008 in Albuquerque, NM after an extended illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Dempsey Anderson Tarver and Mattie Mae Tilton; her brother, Dempsey Anderson Tarver, Jr. and her sister, Melba Louise Stroud. Mrs. Whitlock is survived by her husband, Scott Whitlock; one brother, William Carl Logan; three sisters, Dianne Clark, Linda Sue Tarver and Pam Marshall; Brother-in-law, Roy Marshall; two children, Michael Wilson and Karla Wilson; three step-children, Shawn Whitlock, Robert Whitlock and David Whitlock; and numerous nieces, nephews and family friends.

DEWEY G. "LUCKY" BARNES Gill First National Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Dewey G. "Lucky" Barnes was born in Ardmore, Oklahoma on January 1, 1921. He passed from this life on Tuesday, February 12, 2008. He was preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Andre Barnes, and one grandson, Blake Tucker. He is survived by one son, Dr. Dewey G. Barnes III, and wife Pam, and daughters Donna and husband, Dr. Mike Tucker, and Carol and husband W. H. Sanders. He is also survived by five grandchildren: Dr. Dawn Pennebaker, Kristie McFarland, Dr. Mindy Williams, Kelly Kucin, and Dewey G. Barnes, IV and nine great-grandchildren. Mr. Barnes was a decorated World War II bomber pilot, flying thirty missions in a B-17. He received the Distinguished Flying Cross and Air Medal with 3 Oak-leaf Clusters and was always considered a hero by everyone except himself. He continued flying after the war as a "Crop Duster" and resided in Crowville for the last forty-three years. He was a mechanically-gifted man who loved to work with wood but could fix anything that moved. A tenure at Texas A&M was cut short due to the death of this father. He never knew anything but hard work but never complained. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International, at 120 Wall St., 19th Floor, NY, NY, 10005 or St. Jude Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN, 38105. A Memorail service will be held at Bethany Worship Center in Crowville, LA on Saturday, February 16, at 2:00 PM. To sign the guest book please visit www.gillfirstnational.com

DOROTHY DUNHAM HARBOUR TURNIPSEED Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Dorothy Dunham Harbour Turnipseed, 91, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, February 16, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Mark Fenn and Rev. John Mark Little officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Dorothy passed away Wednesday, February 13, 2008, at Cornerstone Hospital. She was a member of First Baptist Church of West Monroe. Dorothy was a kind and fun loving lady who enjoyed her family and friends. She was a member of the Ladies of the Oriental Shrine and the Eastern Star. She loved her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, fishing, Bingo, Dominoes, and cards. Survivors include her daughter, Ginger Harbour Graham and husband Derrel of Monroe; son, Ronnie Lee Harbour and wife Colleen of Marion, KY; sister, Ethelene Burgi of Mesquite, NV; and grandchildren, Sandi Graham Jones and husband Jamey, Dr. Derrel Graham, Jr. and wife Fay, Damien and Lindsay Harbour; and three great grandchildren, Kayla and Emily Jones, and Douglas Graham. Pallbearers will be Lynn Lillie, Randy Branch, Jamey Jones, Butch Graham, Don Harrison, and John Burson. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

DOYLE JACKSON HOWARD Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Doyle Jackson Howard, 86, of Downsville, LA, will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, February 16, 2008, at Pleasant Valley Assembly of God Church, Downsville, LA with Rev. Tracey Ables officiating. Interment will follow at Pleasant Valley Cemetery, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mr. Howard was born August 29, 1921 and passed away February 14, 2008 in Downsville. Mr. Howard served in the United States Army. He was the founder of Howard and Son Painting, and through his leadership the business is still prosperous today. Some of his favorite pastimes were his Monday morning beagle races and spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He loved to work in the garden and share his produce. He always loved "coffee time at Big Billy's." He was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Tiny Howard, 5 brothers and 3 sisters. Mr. Howard is survived by his wife Dorothy Howard; son, Jackie Howard and wife Colleen; grandson, Brad Howard and wife Miranda; granddaughters, Brandi Miller and husband Adam, Jessica Lyons and husband Tony, Maggie Franklin, Kelly McAllister and husband Morgan; sister, Lurline Slocum and husband Maloy; brother, Dick Howard and wife Theresa; sister-in-laws; Vonice Howard and Marie Howard; 11 great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Brad Howard, Tony Lyons, Andy Futrell, Randy Armstrong, Mike Howard, and Joe Amparan. Honorary pallbearer will be Chuck Cambre, Earnest Turner, Dale Davis, Don Lee Jordan and Durwood Waldrop. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. We would like to give special thanks to Patient's Choice Hospice and Palliative Care. We especially want to thank Susanne Hatton and Gale Palm for being so good to our family. Online condolences may be emailed to www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

AMES J. COOK Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for James J. Cook will be held 2:00 PM Saturday, February 16, 2008 at First United Methodist Church in Columbia with Rev. Stuart Sherman officiating. Interment will follow in Welcome Home Cemetery in Grayson. Mr. Cook was born in Montgomery, LA on July 10, 1919 to the union of Jim and Ola Cardozier Cook and passed away Wednesday, February 13, 2008 at Glenwood Medical Center in West Monroe. He was retired from the LA Dept. of Transportation and Development. He was a veteran of World War II and served in the US Army Military Police. He was a member of First United Methodist Church, Columbia, LA. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, and three brothers. Survivors include his wife, Carmen Parker Cook, his sons, Glenn Cook of West Monroe, Gary May and his wife, Dianne of Columbia, and Larry May and his wife, Patsy of Wasilla, AK, his sister, Gertrude Rikard of West Monroe, five grandchildren; Tim Cook, Michael Cook, Chuck May, Lisa May, and David May, and three great grandchildren. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the church and Saturday from 10:00 AM until time of service.

MAXINE E. PLUMMER Monroe, LA Maxine Plummer 83, of Monroe, LA, passed away on Saturday, February 9, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband, Marion C. Plummer, Sr. She is survived by her daughter, Patricia A. Arant and husband, Jack; a son, Marion C. Plummer, Jr. and wife, Amy; and daughter, Cynthia L. Scott , all of Monroe, LA; sisters Annette Edmonson of Plano, TX; Evelyn Fazakerly of Memphis, TN and Earline Moore of Haughton, LA; 6 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Mrs. Plummer was a retired Certified Public Secretary, real estate broker and a Bridge Life Master. Mrs. Plummer donated her body to LSU Health Sciences Center. A memorial service will be held in her memory on Saturday , February 16, 2008 at 10:00 AM at First United Methodist Church on Loop Road. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Monroe City Humane Society or River Cities Humane Society.

MRS. MARY EMMA WASHINGTON Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Emma Washington, 85, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, February 16, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Everett Geis officiating. Interment will follow in Faith Memorial Park Cemetery in Delhi, LA. Mrs. Washington passed away Wednesday, February 13, 2008, at Christus St. Josephs Nursing Home. She was a member of Victory Baptist Church and a retired teacher at Richland Parish School for Mentally Handicapped Children. Survivors include her husband, Loyd E. Washington; son, James C. Washington and wife Judith of Shreveport, LA; daughters, Pamelia Yesse and husband Gary, and Charlotte Higgins, all of Monroe, LA; sister, Wren Bynum of Zapata, TX, eleven grandchildren, and nineteen great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Tyler Walters, Roger Walters, Brandon Yesse, Phillip Daniels, Shaun Windle, and Pete Parado. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Victory Baptist Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Roy Bass, 66
CHURCH HILL, Miss. — Roy Bass, a retired iron worker, died Monday. Memorial services are 7 p.m. Saturday at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 4 p.m. until time of services Saturday at the funeral home.

Harry 'Ken' Beers, 80
Harry Kenneth "Ken" Beers of Calhoun, retired General Dynamics and Chrysler control supervisor, died Wednesday. Services are 11:30 a.m. Saturday at Calhoun Presbyterian Church. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Calhoun under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Jeanette C. Clement, 76
FERRIDAY — Jeanette Chapman Clement, retired Kelly's Kids personnel director, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at South Central Cemetery, Wisner under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Richard 'Pop' Coker, 69
Richard Henry "Pop" Coker of West Monroe, a mechanic, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at First Baptist Church, Calhoun. Burial will be in Beulah Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Wallace C. Davis, 96
WINNSBORO — Wallace C. Davis, a retired farmer and rancher, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Chase Cemetery. Visitation is 10-10:45 a.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Walker Gay, 87
DOTHAN, Ala. — Walker Gay died Tuesday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. today at Greenwood Cemetery, Ruston under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Elnora Jennings, 67
TALLULAH — Elnora Jennings died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at First Color Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

Tejahn R. Johnson, 3
RUSTON — Tejahn Marquel Reshawn Johnson, infant son of Kimberly Chollete and Terry Johnson, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at South Parkway Worship Center, Ruston. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Grambling Memorial Garden Cemetery.

Celest C. Key, 91
Celest C. Key of Sterlington, a cook, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Moriah Baptist Church, Sterlington. Visitation is noon-6 p.m. Saturday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Monroe City Cemetery.

Jettie Mae McCall, 93
Jettie Mae McCall of West Monroe, a cook, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Calvary Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. today at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe and 7-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

James 'JD' McCallum, 80
RUSTON — James "JD" McCallum, retired U.S. Post Office superintendent, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Greenwood Cemetery, Ruston. Visitation is noon-1 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Eddie Moore, 90
TALLULAH — Eddie Moore died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Marilyn O'Neal, 68
COLUMBIA — Marilyn O'Neal, a retired medical receptionist, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Edward Smith Sr., 68
JACKSON — Edward Smith Sr. died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Delhi. Visitation is 9-10:30 a.m. Saturday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Collins R. Viola, 75
Retired U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Collins R. Viola of West Monroe died Wednesday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. today at Rhymes Cemetery, Rhymes. Visitation is 9-10:15 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Rosie Watson, 90
TALLULAH — Rosie Watson died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Celler Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Mound Project Cemetery.

Jerry Williams, 54
FERRIDAY — Jerry Williams, a mechanic, died Tuesday. Servies are 11 a.m. Saturday at Richardson & Sims Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitaiton is 11a.m.-3 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Ferriday Cemetery.

William Williams, 90
SICILY ISLAND — William T. "Dutch" Williams, a roustabout and retired U.S. Navy veteran, died Thursday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Saturday at New Pine Hill Cemetery, Sicily Island. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today with rosary services at 7 p.m. at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Previously acknowledged:
Armstong, Robert: 1 p.m. Saturday, Morehouse Baptist Association Building, Bastrop.
Barnes Jr., Dewey George: 2 p.m. Saturday, Bethany Worship Center, Winnsboro.
Benton, Hattie: 2 p.m. Saturday, Macedonia Baptist Church, Sibley.
Bracy, Thomas Lee: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Joe Baptist Church, Rhymes.
Burress, Phillis G.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Ferriday Church of God.
Cole, Jimmie Theodora: 11 a.m. Saturday, New Saint James Baptist Church, Monroe.
Elzy, Bennie: 2 p.m. Saturday, Philadelphia Baptist Church, Crowville.
Evans, Willie Benjamin Walker: 11 a.m. today, St. Mark Baptist Church, Clayton.
Ford, Kathy: 1 p.m. Saturday, Strong Gymnasium, Strong, Ark.
Gaines, Shelia: 1 p.m. Saturday, McCall Senior High School, Tallulah.
Gay, Walker D.: 10 a.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.
Grayson, Darnell: 11 a.m. Saturday, Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.
Hayes, Feola: 11 a.m. today, Mount Celler Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Howard, Lucille: 11 a.m. Saturday, Pleasant Green Baptist Church, Crowville.
Jones Jr., Jerry: 1 p.m. Saturday, East Carroll Baptist Center, Lake Providence.
Jones, Jessie: noon Saturday, St. Luke Church, Bonita.
King, John: 11 a.m. Saturday, Woodlawn Baptist Church, Farmerville.
Landers Jr., Curtis: 2 p.m. Saturday, Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.
Paynes, Ada: 2 p.m. today, Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.
Plummer, Maxine: 10 a.m. Saturday, First United Methodist Church, Loop Road, Monroe.
Prince, Catherine Bondurant: 11 a.m. Saturday, Trinity Episcopal Church, Natchez, Miss.
Smith, Annie Louise: 11 a.m. Saturday, New Daughters of Zion, West Monroe.
Smith, Jessie James: 2 p.m. Saturday, Avenue Baptist Church, Monroe

February 16 , 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

AZILEE PORTER NEWMAN Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral services for Azilee Porter Newman, age 92, of Bernice, LA will be 2:00 P.M. Sunday, February 17, 2008 at Shiloh Baptist Church in Bernice, LA with Rev. J. L. Foster and Rev. Phillip Farris officiating the service. Interment will follow in the Shiloh Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston, LA. Mrs. Newman was a lifelong resident of Bernice area and a longtime member of Shiloh Baptist Church where she served as church clerk for 29 years and church secretary for 32 years. She is preceded in death by her husband, Jack Newman, and her parents, Bob and Ellie Porter. Mrs. Newman is survived by a host of cousins and her Shiloh Baptist Church Family. Pallbearers will be Bobby Harkins, Larry Green, Eddie Paul Evans, Gayle T. Dick, Matt Gerety, and Donny Grafton. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Saturday, February 16, 2008 at Shiloh Baptist Church in Bernice under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston. Online condolences maybe sent to www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

CHLOE D. ADAMS Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Funeral Services for Chloe D. Adams, 80, will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, February 17, 2008 in the chapel at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Rev. Danny Hawthorne officiating. Interment will follow at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Mrs. Adams was born May 21, 1927 in Greenville, Texas and passed away Thursday, February 14, 2008. She was a resident of West Monroe and a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA. She was preceded in death by her parents Thomas and Otha Beggs. Survivors include: husband, Johnny Malvin Adams, daughters, Margie Adams Gray and Terri Adams Valenti, 4 grandchildren, Lindsay Gray Minyard, McKenzie Lynn Gray, Charles Scott Joiner, Kristen Leigh Joiner, 1 great grandchild, Kelsey Gray Minyard, sister, Nelda Turner, and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be 12:30 PM until service time Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

JOHN CARLOS SODD Groesbeck Funeral Home Groesbeck, TX John Carlos Sodd, local rancher, passed away February 13, 2008. He was born November 11, 1947, in Winnsboro, Louisiana. Survivors include his wife, Pamela Norman Sodd; daughter, Crystie Oden and her husband Greg of Crossett, Arkansas; grandson, Garrett Oden of Crossett, Arkansas; sister, Charlotte Evans and her husband Martin of West Monroe, Louisiana; other relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held at the Church of Christ in Groesbeck, Texas at 2:00 PM on Sunday, February 17, 2008.

KATHLEEN ALISON POWERS HOUGH Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA Memorial services for Kathleen Alison Powers Hough, 34, of Guayaquil, Ecuador/Plano, Texas, will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, February 17, 2008 at the White's Ferry Road Church of Christ in West Monroe, Louisiana with Bro. Alan Robertson officiating under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home in Rayville, LA. Kathleen Alison Powers Hough was born on October 3, 1973 in North Carolina and passed away on Saturday, February 9, 2008. Mrs. Hough was a Diplomat and Mother. Kathleen was preceded in death by her mother, Jacquelin Rowe Powers. Survivors include her husband, Shane Hough of Rayville, Louisiana, her son Alex, 2 and daughter Sydney, 1. Also survived by her father Ron Powers of Frisco, Texas, and her brother Ron Michael Powers of Plano, Texas. In lieu of flowers, charitable donations to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association in Katie's name are suggested. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneral homes.com

MARILYN DAVIS O'NEAL Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Marilyn Davis O'Neal, age 68 of Clarks will be held Sunday, February 17, 2008 from the Old Bethel Baptist Church west of Clarks with Rev. Keith Thomas officiating. Interment will follow in the Old Bethel Cemetery. Mrs. O'Neal was born in Urania on February 3, 1940 to the union of Sam and Gladys McDaniel Davis and died Thursday, February 15, 2008 at her residence. She was a retired medical receptionist and a member of the Old Bethel Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sisters: Aline Pace and Joyce Morrow. Survivors include her husband: Wilmer Joe O'Neal of Clarks, her son and daughter-in-law: Joseph T. "Joey" and Kotye O'Neal of Kelly, her grandchildren: Brandon Bennett, Phynix R. O'Neal and Tabatha J. O'Neal, her great-grandson: J.B.Bennett, and her sister: Jewell Horn of Lafayette. Pallbearers will be William Downing, Jr., Ray Morrow, Mark Dodson, Brian Brooks, Jim Wallace and Roger Ballard. Kenneth T. Sims will serve as a honorary pallbearer. Visitation will be at the Old Bethel Baptist Church after 5:00 PM Saturday.

MRS. AUDREY MARIE MILLER NOBLES Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe, LA Funeral service for Mrs. Audrey Marie Miller Nobles, 85, of West Monroe, LA, will be held at 2:00PM Sunday, February 17, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe with Rev. Paul Lytle officiating. Interment will follow in Lone Cherry Cemetery in Mangham, LA. Mrs. Nobles passed away on February 13, 2008, at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. She was a member of North Crossings Church of God. Mrs. Nobles was preceded in death by her parents, J. D. and Emma Miller; and two sisters, Annie Hemphill and Juanita Garren. Survivors include her husband, Emmett Nobles of West Monroe, LA; four daughters, Shirley Smith of West Monroe, LA; Charlotte Rowland and husband Roger of Columbia, LA; Linda Kinison of Monroe, LA; and Beth Roark and husband Paul of Grayson, LA; son, Jim Nobles of West Monroe, LA; sister, Louise Traxler of Rayville, LA; eight grandchildren; and eight great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Mark Kinison, Ray Kinison, Roger Rowland II, Dock Kelly, Jordan Hatten, and Craig Roark. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Sibyl Dorris Lear Truitt Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Sibyl Dorris Lear Truitt, 87, of West Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, February 16, 2008 in the chapel of Kilpatrick's Funeral Home in West Monroe. Officiating will be Bro. Ricky Baker. Interment will follow at Monroe Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Sybil Truitt was a past owner of Beltone Hearing Aid in Monroe with husband, Albert Truitt. She was a faithful member and very active in the First Baptist Church and several civic organizations in the area. After her first husband passed away in 1957, she raised her four children in Illinois. She later met and married Albert Carpenter Truitt in 1967 and the relocated to Louisiana. They recently celebrated their 40th Wedding Anniversary. She was born August 29, 1920 in West Frankfort, Illinois, to Troy and Helen Dorris and died February 15, 2008 at Landmark Nursing Center in West Monroe, LA. She was preceded in death in 1957 by her first husband, Delbert Lear, her parents, her sister, Lucille Milton and her brother, Troy Dorris. She is survived by her husband, Albert Carpenter Truitt; three sons, Jim Lear and wife Laurie of West Monroe, LA; Jack Lear and wife, Gerry of Mechanicsburg, IL; and Bernie Lear and wife, Alisa, of Downsville, LA. She is also survived by one daughter, Suzann Lear Boyett, of Panama City Beach, FL and three step-daughters, Donna McCormick and husband Jim, Hagerstown, IN, Sharla Truitt, Hampstead, NC and Judy Shupe, Newport, NC; 11 grandchildren, Kelly Boyett Guillory, Mycal Boyett, Richard Boyett, Jennifer Boyett Burson, Bryant Lear, Diana Lear Rees, Adam Shupe, Tanya Shupe, Cliff Schweitzer, Cindy Gurtner, and Sara Moore, and 13 great-grandchildren, her sister-in-law, Marie Dorris and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Mycal Boyett, Richard Boyett, Bryant Lear, John Burson, Joey Swaggart, and Kenny Swaggart. Visitation will be Saturday, February 16, 2008 from 1:00 PM until service time at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Louisiana Baptist Children's Home or charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

STEVE JONES, JR. Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Steve Jones, Jr., 82, will be held Sunday, February 17, 2008, at 1:00 PM at Ardoin's Funeral Home Chapel in Ville Platte, LA. Burial will follow in the Chatham Cemetery in Chatham, LA at 11:00 AM Monday, February 18, 2008. Mr. Jones, a resident of Ville Platte, died Thursday, February 14, 2008, at his residence following a long illness. He enjoyed eating crawfish with his grandkids as well as spending quality time with them and taking them to various places. He was also an outdoors person who loved working in his yard. As a veteran of the United States Army, he served in World War II. A loving husband, father, and grandfather, he is survived by his wife, Wavey Jones of Ville Platte; a son, Jimmy E. Jones of Monroe; a daughter, Beverly Jones of Orange, TX; two grandchildren, Shelly Landry of New Iberia, LA, and Chad Jones of Monroe; and one great grandchild, Jared Landry of New Iberia, LA. He is preceded in death by his parents, Steve Jones and Hettie Milner Jones; two brothers, Eugene Jones and Charles Jones; and two sisters, Grace Jones Willhite and Joycelyn Jones Smith. Visitation will be held Saturday, February 16, 2008, from 11:00 AM until 9:00 PM and on Sunday from 8:00 AM until time of services. A rosary will be recited at 6:30 PM Saturday. Family and friends may view the online obituary and/or sign the guestbook at www.ardoinfuneral homes.com. Ardoin's Funeral Home of Ville Platte is in charge of arrangements.

Doria S. Bladock, 89
Doria S. Bladock of West Monroe, a retired teacher, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Robert Bordelon, 54
ENTERPRISE — Robert Bordelon died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

Brenda Joyce Brunson, 64
JONESBORO — Brenda Joyce Brunson died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 3-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Gayla Traina Cemetery, Jonesboro.

James J. Cook, 87
COLUMBIA — James J. Cook, retired state Department of Transportation and Development employee and veteran of World War II, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at First United Methodist Church, Columbia. Visitation is 10 a.m. until time of services today at the church. Burial will be in Welcome Home Cemetery, Grayson under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Roy Copes, 57
OAK GROVE — Roy Copes died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Rosie Louise Goldman, 53
WINNSBORO — Rosie Louise Goldman, a restaurant worker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at King Jesus Worship Center, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Oakley Cemetery, Gilbert under the direction Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Carol Ann Harris, 63
CROSSETT, Ark. — Carol Ann Harris, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Pine Grove Church of God. Visitation is 4 p.m. today until service time Monday at the church. Burial will be in Tillou Cemetery under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Doyle J. Howard, 86
DOWNSVILLE — Doyle Jackson Howard, founder of Howard Painting Co., died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Pleasant Valley Assembly of God Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Dr. Najeeb Klam, 93
Dr. Najeeb Klam of Monroe, a retired physician, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Cloteel Bennett Nelson, 81
RAYVILLE — Cloteel Bennett Nelson, a homemaker formerly of Pioneer, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Visitation is noon until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery.

T.C. Pierce, 84
RAYVILLE — T.C. Pierce, a retired electrical contractor and plumber, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Stevenson Cemetery.

Bobby Gerald Smith, 74
MER ROUGE — Bobby Gerald Smith, a retired International Paper Co. supervisor, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Mer Rouge Methodist Church. Burial will be in Bartholomew Methodist Cemetery under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Darlyn Taylor, 73
INDIANTOWN, Fla. — Darlyn Taylor, formerly of Winnsboro, a factory worker, died Monday. 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 Oak Grove Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Dorothy Turnipseed, 91
Dorothy Dunham Harbour Turnipseed of Monroe, a retired bookkeeper, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Mary Washington, 85
Mary Emma Washington of Monroe, a retired teacher, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Faith Memorial Park Cemetery, Delhi.

Dauphine M. Wilkerson, 88
Dauphine McGaha Wilkerson of Monroe, a retired Ouachita Parish School Board dietitian, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Armstong, Robert: 1 p.m. today, Morehouse Baptist Association Building, Bastrop.
Barnes Jr., Dewey George: 2 p.m. today, Bethany Worship Center, Winnsboro.
Bass, Roy: 7 p.m. today, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Beers, Harry Kenneth "Ken": 11:30 a.m. today, Calhoun Presbyterian Church.
Benton, Hattie: 2 p.m. today, Macedonia Baptist Church, Sibley.
Bracy, Thomas Lee: 1 p.m. today, St. Joe Baptist Church, Rhymes.
Burress, Phillis G.: 11 a.m. today, Ferriday Church of God.
Clements, Jeanette C.: 2 p.m. today, South Central Cemetery, Wisner.
Cole, Jimmie Theodora: 11 a.m. today, New Saint James Baptist Church, Monroe.
Davis, Wallace C.: 11 a.m. today, Chase Cemetery near Winnsboro.
Elzy, Bennie: 2 p.m. today, Philadelphia Baptist Church, Crowville.
Ford, Kathy: 1 p.m. today, Strong Gymnasium, Strong, Ark.
Gaines, Shelia: 1 p.m. today, McCall Senior High School, Tallulah.
Grayson, Darnell: 11 a.m. today, Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.
Howard, Lucille: 11 a.m. today, Pleasant Green Baptist Church, Crowville.
Jennings, Elnora: 1 p.m. today, First Color Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Johnson, Tejahn Marquel Reshawn: 1 p.m. today, South Parkway Worship Center, Ruston.
Jones Jr., Jerry: 1 p.m. today, East Carroll Baptist Center, Lake Providence.
Jones, Jessie: noon today, St. Luke, Bonita.
Key, Celest C.: 11 a.m. today, Mount Moriah Baptist Church, Sterlington.
King, John: 11 a.m. today, Woodlawn Baptist Church, Farmerville.
Landers Jr., Curtis: 2 p.m. today, Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.
McCall, Jettie Mae: 2 p.m. today, Calvary Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Plummer, Maxine: 10 a.m. today, First United Methodist Church, Loop Road, Monroe.
Prince, Catherine Bondurant: 11 a.m. today, Trinity Episcopal Church, Natchez, Miss.
Smith, Annie Louise: 11 a.m. today, New Daughters of Zion, West Monroe.
Smith, Edward Jr.: 11 a.m. today, Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Delhi.
Smith, Jessie James: 2 p.m. today, Avenue Baptist Church, Monroe.
Watson, Rosie: 11 a.m. today, Mount Celler Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Williams, Jerry: 11 a.m. today, Richardson-Sims Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Williams, William T. "Dutch": 10 a.m. today, New Pine Hill Cemetery, Sicily Island

February 17, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

BOBBY GERALD SMITH (DIED FEB. 14, 2008) Golden Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Funeral services for Mr. Bobby Gerald Smith, 74, of Mer Rouge, LA will be held at 2 PM Monday, February 18, 2008 at Mer Rouge United Methodist Church. Burial will follow at the Bartholomew Methodist Cemetery. The Reverends Samuel Emanuel, Ramon Warren and Bo Horne will be officiating under the direction of Golden Funeral Home. Mr. Smith was born in Kingsland, Ark. on December 24, 1933 and died peacefully on February 14, 2008 at Morehouse General Hospital after a lengthy illness. He was the oldest son of Noel Clark Smith and Trecie Cheshier Smith. He was a graduate of Bastrop High School, NLU in Monroe and served in the U.S. Army as a helicopter crew chief. Mr. Smith was retired from International Paper as a Planning and Scheduling Supervisor for Construction Services. He was also a hunter, fisherman and an avid LSU fan. He dearly loved his Mer Rouge Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Betty Carpenter Smith; children, Elisabeth Smith Stack, John Frederick Smith and wife Lauren, Robert Smith; brother, Jimmy Clark Smith and wife Louise; grandchildren, Carol Stack, Joel Stack, Maggie Stack, John Garrett Smith; aunts, Bea Rhodes, Frances Russell, Ruby Heuguely; nephews, Jimbo Smith, Kelly Smith and David Smith. Honorary pallbearers will be his sons, John and Robert Smith; brother, Jimmy Smith; nephew, Jimbo Smith; special friends, Kenneth Honeycutt and Walter Hull. A special thanks goes to his classmate, friend and doctor, Dr. Carter Cox, Dr. Marshall Leary, Dr. David Raines and Dr. Robert Ewing. Memorials may be made to the Methodist Childrens Home at P.O. Box 929, Ruston, LA 71273.

DORIS BROWN MEWBORN Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Doris Brown Wilson Mewborn, age 76 of Columbia will be held at 2 PM, Sunday, February 17, 2008 from the First Baptist Church in Columbia with Rev. Eric Harriman officiating. Interment will follow in the Ogden Cemetery in Liddeville. Mrs. Mewborn was born on May 12, 1931 in Rayville to the union of James Thomas and Frances Smith Brown and died Saturday, February 16, 2008 at the Caldwell Memorial Hospital in Columbia. She was a homemaker and a member of First Baptist Church in Columbia. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husbands: Sam E. Brown and Allen Mewborn. Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law: David and Cindy Wilson of Hebert, her daughter and son-in-law: Anita and David Phillips, her grandchildren: Shawn Phillips, Sammy Phillips, Brad Wilson, Leeann Wilson Dunn and Lyndsay Phillips and her great-grandchildren: Shawn Phillips and Katie Phillips. Pallbearers will be Brad Wilson, Shawn Phillips, Sammy Phillips, Brandon Dunn, James Talbert and Kim Wilson. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until time of services at the church.

MRS. DAUPHINE MCGAHA WILKERSON Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mrs. Dauphine McGaha Wilkerson, 88, of Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, February 17, 2008 at the Reveille United Methodist Church in Monroe, LA with Rev. David Ragland, Rev. Willis Wilkerson and L.M. McGaha officiating. Interment will be in the McGaha Cemetery near Oak Grove, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Wilkerson was born on August 29, 1919 and passed away at the Oaks Nursing Home on Friday, February 15, 2008. She loved her family and was a fulltime Grandmother. Mrs. Wilkerson also loved traveling and watching the New Orleans Saints. She is preceded in death by her husband, Walter Wilkerson. Survivors include her daughters, Julia Wilkerson, Charlene Talton and Helen Joyner and husband Ray; five grandchildren; six great grandchildren; brother, L.M. McGaha and sister, Mable Adams. Pallbearers will be Todd Richardson, Brian Fleming, Brian Stephens, Walter Adams, Hunter Hancock and Melvin Wilkerson. Visitation will be from 1:00 P.M. until Service Time at the church. Online Registry/Condolences www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

PAULINE TUBBS DANIELS Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Services for Pauline Tubbs Daniels, 90 of Conway, LA, will be held on Monday, 2:00 PM February 18, 2008, at Conway Baptist Church in Conway Community with Reverends Terry Mims and Matt Taylor officiating. Burial will follow in the Conway Cemetery in Conway under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mrs. Daniels was born October 15, 1917, in the Salem community near Farmerville. As a small child, her family moved to Truxno. She married the love of her life, Dewitt Daniels, on August 2, 1935; they lived their entire married life in Conway community that she loved. She was a wonderful mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who adored her family. She was a member of the Conway Baptist Church where she was an active participant of every organization and activity, sang in the choir, and served as church clerk for thirty five years. When her children became adults, she completed her education and took great pride in working. She loved to get dressed up and go out to be with people. She worked until she was eighty years and then told people that "her family made her quit work." After an accident disabled her in 2005, she lived at the Farmerville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Farmerville where she especially enjoyed morning Bingo and the Sunday morning worship services. Mrs. Daniels died Friday, February 15, 2008, at Union General Hospital in Farmerville surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dewitt Daniels; her parents, Jess and Aliphair Hodge Tubbs; two sisters, Sybil Marie and Florene; three brothers, Travis, Troy, and an infant. Survivors include a son, Jerry Daniels and Annette of Conway; a daughter, Sharon Daniels Rowell and Jimmy of Conway; four granddaughters, Jerrilyn Daniels Williams, Jayne Daniels Terral, Dana Rowell Woody, and Valerie Rowell Fradella; ten great-grandchildren, Jeremy Todd Williams, Jared Alan Williams, Seth Daniel Terral, Sara Elizabeth Terral, Gabriel Jim Fradella, Garrett Lane Fradella, Kyra Woody, Jacob Daniel Woody, Dara Jo Woody, and Jimmy Wes Woody; one sister, Melba Tubbs Kyle of Conway, and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Kim Kyle, Danny Tucker, Todd Williams, Cory Woody, Casey Fradella, Jeremy Todd Williams, Jared Williams, and Seth Terral. Honorary pallbearers will be Gabriel Fradella, Garrett Fradella, and Jacob Woody. The family expresses appreciation to the many healthcare persons who cared so diligently for her during her past two years, Dr. Uncle, the staff at Farmerville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, her family and friends, especially Mildred Traylor, who were so faithful to call, visit, and care for her. Visitation will be held Sunday, February, 17, 2008 at 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Memorials may be made to the Parsonage Fund of Conway Baptist Church or the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

PEARL BAGGS RYLANT BORN ON JUN. 20, 1928 DEPARTED FEB. 15, 2008 Cox Funeral Home Oak Grove, LA Funeral services for Pearl Baggs Rylant, age 79, of Oak Grove, La will be 2:00PM, Monday at Pioneer Assembly of God Church, Pioneer, La with Rev. Annie Mae Farmer Allen officiating. Interment will be in the Reeks Cemetery near Pioneer. Services are under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Oak Grove. Visitation will be Sunday at the Church after 1:00PM. She is preceded in death by her husband, Herman Alton Rylant. Pearl is survived by her son, Larry Baggs of Oak Grove, La,. 3 daughter and sons-in-law, Linda and Tom Russell of Lexington, SC, Colleen and Randy Burch of Oak Grove, LA, Shirl and Mark Gammel of Pioneer, LA; six grandchildren, Laura Meetze, Alton Jean' "A.J." Fabela, Bruce Fabela, Jr., Joshua Nail, Rassie Burch and Jessica Burch Bevins; three great-grandchildren, Jessica Thompson, Alex Fabela and Austin Lee Fabela. Pallbearers will be Benton Morgan, Vernon "Smokey" McAllister, Michael Gene McAllister, Dustin Faircloth, Melvin Clark, and George "Buster" Pace.

T.C. PIERCE Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Services for Mr. T. C. Pierce, age 84, of Rayville, LA will be at 2:00 PM Sunday, February 17, 2008 in the Chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Rayville with Rev. Roger Johnson officiating. Interment will follow in Stevenson Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Rayville. Mr. Pierce was born on September 4, 1923 and passed away on February 15, 2008. He was a life-long resident of Richland Parish, a Marine Corp Veteran of World War II and an electrial contractor and plumber. He was a life-long member of the National Rifle Association. He loved hunting, shooting, reloading, and building rifles. He also enjoyed gardening, was a member of the Jaycee's and coached youth baseball. He was the owner of T.C. Pierce Electric and Plumbing. Survivors include: Wife of 60 years: Maudie Pierce of Rayville, LA. 8 Children: Therrell Pierce and wife Barbara of Alexandria, LA. Eddie Pierce and wife, Kathy of Rayville, LA. Ledatha Pierce of Rayville, LA. Sam Pierce and wife Reva of Swartz, LA. Randy Pierce and wife, Jane of Rayville, LA. Gordon Pierce and wife, sGinger of Start, LA. Rhonda Pierce and husband, Jessie Defreese of Dunn, LA. Wade Pierce of Cannelton, IN. Sister: Marjorie Frances Writer of Sealy, TX. 11 Grandchildren, 9 Great Grandchildren, and 2 Great Great Grandchildren. Pallbearers are: Jason Salsbury, Corey Pierce, Curtis Pierce, Larry Morris, Mike Hardy, and Jessie Sepulvado. Online condolences may be made at www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Doria S. Bladock, 89
Doria S. Bladock of West Monroe, a retired teacher, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Robert Bordelon, 54
ENTERPRISE — Robert Bordelon died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

Brenda Joyce Brunson, 64
JONESBORO — Brenda Joyce Brunson died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 3-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Gayla Traina Cemetery, Jonesboro.

James J. Cook, 87
COLUMBIA — James J. Cook, retired state Department of Transportation and Development employee and veteran of World War II, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at First United Methodist Church, Columbia. Visitation is 10 a.m. until time of services today at the church. Burial will be in Welcome Home Cemetery, Grayson under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Roy Copes, 57
OAK GROVE — Roy Copes died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Rosie Louise Goldman, 53
WINNSBORO — Rosie Louise Goldman, a restaurant worker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at King Jesus Worship Center, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Oakley Cemetery, Gilbert under the direction Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Carol Ann Harris, 63
CROSSETT, Ark. — Carol Ann Harris, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Pine Grove Church of God. Visitation is 4 p.m. today until service time Monday at the church. Burial will be in Tillou Cemetery under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Doyle J. Howard, 86
DOWNSVILLE — Doyle Jackson Howard, founder of Howard Painting Co., died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Pleasant Valley Assembly of God Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Dr. Najeeb Klam, 93
Dr. Najeeb Klam of Monroe, a retired physician, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Cloteel Bennett Nelson, 81
RAYVILLE — Cloteel Bennett Nelson, a homemaker formerly of Pioneer, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Visitation is noon until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery.

T.C. Pierce, 84
RAYVILLE — T.C. Pierce, a retired electrical contractor and plumber, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Stevenson Cemetery.

Bobby Gerald Smith, 74
MER ROUGE — Bobby Gerald Smith, a retired International Paper Co. supervisor, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Mer Rouge Methodist Church. Burial will be in Bartholomew Methodist Cemetery under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Darlyn Taylor, 73
INDIANTOWN, Fla. — Darlyn Taylor, formerly of Winnsboro, a factory worker, died Monday. 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 Oak Grove Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Dorothy Turnipseed, 91
Dorothy Dunham Harbour Turnipseed of Monroe, a retired bookkeeper, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Mary Washington, 85
Mary Emma Washington of Monroe, a retired teacher, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Faith Memorial Park Cemetery, Delhi.

Dauphine M. Wilkerson, 88
Dauphine McGaha Wilkerson of Monroe, a retired Ouachita Parish School Board dietitian, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Armstong, Robert: 1 p.m. today, Morehouse Baptist Association Building, Bastrop.
Barnes Jr., Dewey George: 2 p.m. today, Bethany Worship Center, Winnsboro.
Bass, Roy: 7 p.m. today, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Beers, Harry Kenneth "Ken": 11:30 a.m. today, Calhoun Presbyterian Church.
Benton, Hattie: 2 p.m. today, Macedonia Baptist Church, Sibley.
Bracy, Thomas Lee: 1 p.m. today, St. Joe Baptist Church, Rhymes.
Burress, Phillis G.: 11 a.m. today, Ferriday Church of God.
Clements, Jeanette C.: 2 p.m. today, South Central Cemetery, Wisner.
Cole, Jimmie Theodora: 11 a.m. today, New Saint James Baptist Church, Monroe.
Davis, Wallace C.: 11 a.m. today, Chase Cemetery near Winnsboro.
Elzy, Bennie: 2 p.m. today, Philadelphia Baptist Church, Crowville.
Ford, Kathy: 1 p.m. today, Strong Gymnasium, Strong, Ark.
Gaines, Shelia: 1 p.m. today, McCall Senior High School, Tallulah.
Grayson, Darnell: 11 a.m. today, Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.
Howard, Lucille: 11 a.m. today, Pleasant Green Baptist Church, Crowville.
Jennings, Elnora: 1 p.m. today, First Color Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Johnson, Tejahn Marquel Reshawn: 1 p.m. today, South Parkway Worship Center, Ruston.
Jones Jr., Jerry: 1 p.m. today, East Carroll Baptist Center, Lake Providence.
Jones, Jessie: noon today, St. Luke, Bonita.
Key, Celest C.: 11 a.m. today, Mount Moriah Baptist Church, Sterlington.
King, John: 11 a.m. today, Woodlawn Baptist Church, Farmerville.
Landers Jr., Curtis: 2 p.m. today, Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.
McCall, Jettie Mae: 2 p.m. today, Calvary Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Plummer, Maxine: 10 a.m. today, First United Methodist Church, Loop Road, Monroe.
Prince, Catherine Bondurant: 11 a.m. today, Trinity Episcopal Church, Natchez, Miss.
Smith, Annie Louise: 11 a.m. today, New Daughters of Zion, West Monroe.
Smith, Edward Jr.: 11 a.m. today, Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Delhi.
Smith, Jessie James: 2 p.m. today, Avenue Baptist Church, Monroe.
Watson, Rosie: 11 a.m. today, Mount Celler Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Williams, Jerry: 11 a.m. today, Richardson-Sims Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Williams, William T. "Dutch": 10 a.m. today, New Pine Hill Cemetery, Sicily Island

February 18, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CARL GENE WILSON Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside services for Carl Gene Wilson, 78, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday, February 19, 2008, at Riverview Cemetery with Rev. George Bonner officiating. Services are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Mr. Wilson passed away Saturday, February 16, 2008. He was preceded in death by his infant son, Carl David Wilson. Survivors include his wife, Glendell Wilson; children, Roxie Whitlock, Lee Wilson, and Eddie Wilson; grandchildren, Shawn Whitlock, Robert Whitlock, David Whitlock, Michael Wilson, and Karla Wilson; and numerous brothers and sisters. Visitation will be Monday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

CARROLL ROBERT REGAN Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home Tallulah, LA Funeral services for Mr. Carroll Robert Regan, 71, of Tallulah will be Monday at 2 PM at St. Edwards Catholic Church. Visitation will be from 1 PM until time of the service at the church. Burial will follow at Silver Cross Cemetery under direction of Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home. Mr. Regan died Saturday, Feb. 16, 2008, at his residence in Tallulah after a lengthy illness. He was former owner and editor/publisher of the Madison Journal. He was a longtime member and past president of the Louisiana Press Association. His newspaper won numerous awards from the LPA during his years as publisher. Mr. Regan was a graduate of Louisiana State University, where he was a member of Kappa Alpha fraternity. He was a veteran of the United States Navy. During his many years of service to the community of Tallulah, Mr. Regan was a longtime member and past chairman of the Madison Parish Hospital Board and the Vicksburg/Tallulah Regional Airport Board. He was a longtime Rotarian and a member of the LSU Alumni Association. Mr. Regan was preceded in death by his parents, Georgia Johnson Regan and Alva Bates Regan of Magnolia, Miss. Survivors include his wife, Carol A. "Sug" Regan of Tallulah; two sons, Dr. William Bates Regan of Memphis and Dr. Robert Leo Regan and wife, Carol, of Baton Rouge. He is also survived by three grandchildren, AnnaClaire, Rhymes and Baytes Gabriel. The family requests that memorials be made to St. Edwards Catholic Church, the Silver Cross Cemetery or the charity of your choice.

GERALD LYNN MCLAUGHLIN Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Gerald Lynn McLaughlin, 68, of Monroe, LA, will be held 10:00AM Tuesday morning, February 19th, 2008, at North Monroe Baptist Church with Rev. Marshall Douglas and Dr. Bill Dye officiating. Interment will follow in Monroe Memorial Park under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mr. McLaughlin passed away Saturday, February 16th, 2008, at St Francis Medical Center following a lengthy illness. He was preceded in death by his son, Darryl Lynn McLaughlin, his parents, Claude Lynn McLaughlin and Freda Morrow Weathers, and granddaughter, Whitney Morgan McLaughlin. Gerald was born October 20th, 1939, in West Monroe, LA. He served his country honorably in the US Army and US Air Force. Following his service years he worked in the wholesale produce industry and was known locally as the "Tomato Man." He was also very talented with his hands and became a master auto body repairman. After retirement he enjoyed working with wood and made many beautiful pieces of furniture for his family. "Papa" as he was affectionately known by his grandchildren, was an excellent cook. No one ever left Papa and Yaya's house hungry and he loved cooking for his family and friends. Gerald also had a wonderful quick wit, and livened up the room with laughter. A member of North Monroe Baptist Church, he was also a Mason and a Shriner. Gerald is survived by his wife, Donna Douglas McLaughlin of Monroe. Sons, Joe and wife, Yukiko, of Bend, OR; Sean and wife, Jan, of Mobile, AL; Claude and wife, Roycanne and Clay and wife, Rhonda, all of West Monroe. Stepsons, Mark Price of Monroe, and Matthew Price and wife, Denise, of Keller, TX. 14 grandchildren, Craig, Naomi, Katie, Sean, Erin, Nick, Shannon, Hannah, and Brendon McLaughlin; Crystal, Lauren and Drake Price; Ashton Sikes and Raven LeBeau. One great grandchild, Alex Smith. Sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law: Yvonne Douglas of Shreveport; John and Helen Landby and Ray and Jerry Calloway of West Monroe; Ken and Betty Crawford of Denver, CO; George and Pat Douglas and Elsie and Ed Justice of Monroe; Marshall and Teresa Douglas of Jonesville; and numerous nieces and nephews. Grandsons and brothers-in-law will serve as pallbearers. A special thank you goes to the doctors, nurses and techs at Ouachita Dialysis. We appreciate the skilled care and compassion shown to Gerald during his illness; you made this difficult time in his life a little easier, and he loved you all. Memorials can be made to the North Monroe Baptist Church, the American Kidney Fund or the American Heart Association. Visitation will be Monday, February 18th, 2008, from 5PM until 8PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be emailed to www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

MR. LUTHER MILTON HALE Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Luther Milton Hale, 79, of Monroe, will be at 10:00 AM Tuesday, February 19, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, with Rev. James Tate officiating. Interment will follow in Hasley Cemetery. Mr. Hale passed away Sunday, February 17, 2008, at St. Francis Medical Center. He was the owner of H & H Electric. He loved the outdoors, especially fishing for white perch. Mr. Hale was preceded in death by his wife, Mrs. Virginia Ross Hale; sons, Richard and Phillip Hale; mother, Josie Lee Parker; and mother-in-law, Gladys Ross. Survivors include his children, Mike Hale and wife Johnnie, Vernon Hale and wife Dinah, Cheryl Christy and fiancé Tommy Kinard, and Lynette Chandler and husband Jimmie; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, and one great-great grandson. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be Monday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the funeral home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

PAULINE JOHNSON SMITH Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Pauline Johnson Smith, 65, of Sondheimer, La., will be held at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, February 19, 2008 in the chapel of Kilpatrick's Funeral Home in West Monroe. Officiating will be Rev. Randy Vallot. Interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. She was born January 11, 1943 in West Monroe, La. and passed away February 16, 2008 in Monroe, La. She is preceded in death by her father; William Johnson and her mother; Elsie Cooper Johnson. She is survived by her husband, Steve Smith, daughter; Laveta "Katie" Herrington, sons; James "Bubba" Osbon Jr. and William "Buddy" Osbon, brother; William Johnson, sister; Virginia Johnson, sister in law; Sue Gandy, also survived by several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Monday, February 18, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

SHIRLEY WILHITE Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Shirley Wilhite, 71, of Point, La., will be held at 4:00 PM, Tuesday, February 19, 2008 in the chapel of Kilpatrick's Funeral Home in West Monroe. Officiating will be Rev. Brian Halley. Interment will follow at Wilhite Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. She passed away February 16, 2008 in Farmerville, La. She is preceded in death by her husband; Roy "Bill" Wilhite, father, mother and siblings. She is survived by her siblings; R.A. Ford, Florance Sheeley and Minnie Smead. Extended family; Lottie and Harold Ray, Challana, Dino, Jada Dean, Kiffney, Thomas, Cole, Brittany Willett. Visitation will be Monday, February 18, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Pallbearers will be friends.

VADIE L. BURCHELL Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Vadie L. Burchell, 84, of West Monroe, La., will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, February 19, 2008 in the chapel of Kilpatrick's Funeral Home in West Monroe. Officiating will be Butch Pilcher and Darrell Pilcher. Interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. She was born March 29, 1923 in Monroe, La. and passed away February 16, 2008 in West Monroe, La. She is preceded in death by her father; Henry Brown, mother; Eudie Franks Pilcher, brother; Basil Pilcher, husbands; Carl Bell and Alvin Burchell. She is survived by her daughters; Carra Lee Redmond and husband Donald, Delores McCaleb and special friend Charlie Lenard, Charlotte Burchell and special friend Melvin Balsamo, son; Roy Bell and wife Debra, brothers; Darrell, Butch and Wayne Pilcher. Also survived by eight grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be; Jeff Pilcher, Frank Pilcher, Jason Sutton, Wayne Pilcher, Bill Clower, Tavis Bryant, Brian Ducote. Visitation will be Monday, February 18, 2008 from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

Virginia Furr Bird, 102
SICILY ISLAND — Virginia Furr Bird, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Tuesday at New Pine Hill Baptist Church, Sicily Island, under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial will be in Old Pine Hill Cemetery. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the church.

Pauline Tubbs Daniels, 90
CONWAY — Pauline Tubbs Daniels, a retired clerical worker, died Friday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Conway Baptist Church cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Carl D. Johnson, 77
Carl D. Johnson of Sterlington, co-owner of Bayou Roofing Co., died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Steve Jones Jr., 82
VILLE PLATTE — Steve Jones Jr., retired from Shell Oil Co., died Thursday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. today at Chatham Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Edgar L. Jordan, 80
JONESBORO — Edgar L. Jordan, a mechanic, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Ebenezer Cemetery.

Arlene Platt, 57
Arlene Platt of West Monroe, a retired cashier, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service.

Carroll Robert Regan, 71
TALLULAH — Carroll Robert Regan, former publisher of the Madison Journal, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at St. Edward's Catholic Church. Burial will be in Silver Cross Cemetery under the direction of Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service at the church.

Lola S. Reith, 88
Lola S. Reith of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Alton Donald Upshaw, 78
FARMERVILLE — Alton Donald Upshaw, retired from IMC, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Liberty Hill-Taylor Cemetery near Farmerville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Farrar Funeral Home.

Frank Ray Vinyard, 78
RAYVILLE — Frank Ray Vinyard, a florist, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Gracie E. Waggoner, 92
Gracie E. Waggoner of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Mount Vernon Baptist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the church.

Charles C. Witherington, 82
Charles C. Witherington of West Monroe, owner of Charlie's Barber Shop, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mount Zion Cemetery, Calhoun.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Harris, Carol Ann: 2 p.m. today, Pine Grove Church of God, Pine Grove.
Head, Virginia Gaye Copley: 3 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Smith, Bobby Gerald: 2 p.m. today, Mer Rouge Methodist Church.
White, Mary Lee: 10 a.m. today, First Apostolic Church, Bastrop

February 19, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

AUBREY WILLIAM BUIE, SR. Hillcrest Funeral Home Haughton, LA Funeral services for Rev. Aubrey William Buie, Sr., 87, of West Monroe, LA, will be held at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday morning, February 20, 2008 at the Souls Harbor United Pentecostal Church with Rev. Tom Johnson and Rev. Jimmy Masters officiating. Interment will follow at 2:00 p.m. in the Hillcrest Memorial Cemetery under the direction of the Hillcrest Funeral Home of Haughton. Rev. Buie passed from this life on Sunday, February 17, 2008 at The Oaks in Monroe. He was preceded in death by his parents, Milton William "Bud" Buie and Ida Mae Hilburn Buie. Rev. Buie was born on Sunday, March 14, 1920 in Lecompte, LA., graduated from Tioga High School in 1938 and married Gloria Gwendolyn Morgan on June 2, 1941 in Alexandria, LA. here he attended the First Pentecostal Church pastored by Gloria's father, Rev. A. T. Morgan. Aubrey was employed by the Baptist Hospital in Alexandria as an x-ray technician while also studying medicine under Doctor Barker, the hospital's Chief of Staff. Rev. Buie received his call to the ministry in 1939 and was subsequently ordained into the ministry by Rev. Dan Hayes. During almost seventy years of ministry, he pastored congregations in Ball, Bossier City and New Orleans, LA., Kilgore, TX., South Bend, IN., DeRidder, Alexandria and Bastrop, LA., Sherman, TX., West Monroe and Jena, LA. He was the founding pastor of several of these churches and many ministers received their calling under his anointed leadership. As a skilled draftsman and builder, Reverend Buie assisted many pastors in the design and construction of new church sanctuaries. He was an avid sportsman enjoying both hunting and fishing. He is survived by Gloria Gwendolyn, his wife of sixty-seven years; three sons and their wives, A. W. Jr. "Bill" and Lou Buie, Sandy Lake, LA, Ralph "Buddy" and June Buie, Monroe, LA and James "Jimmy" and Linda Buie, Livingston, TX ; two sisters, Maxie Mae Frake, Bossier City, LA and Norma Faye Teekel, Bossier City, LA; one brother, Archie Duncan Buie, Blanchard, LA; five grandsons, Michael David Buie, Christopher Marcus Buie, James Arthur "Jaime" Buie, Jonathan Joel "Jay" Buie and Jeremy Wayne Buie; nine great grandchildren, numerous cousins, nephews, nieces and extended family. Visitation will be Tuesday, February 19, 2008 from 5:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at the Souls Harbor United Pentecostal Church in Calhoun, LA. Flowers, greetings and cards may be sent to the church at 113 Slocum Road, Calhoun, LA. You may share your memories with the family by visiting www.MeM.com

BENJAMIN YOUNG JENNINGS Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. A Celebration of the life of Benjamin Young Jennings will be held at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, February 19, 2008 at First Baptist Church of Monroe with Dr. Marcus Murphy, Benjamin's cousin, and Dr. Alan Miller, Benjamin's pastor, officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, La. under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until service time at the church. Pallbearers will be his cousins Daniel Young, Marny Young, Jessica Young, Michael Young, Jamie Young, Hayden Murphy, Candace Kallevig and Mark Kallevig. Benjamin was born September 10, 1996 in Monroe, Louisiana and passed away Sunday, February 17, 2008, at his home in West Monroe. Benjamin was born with cerebral palsy and while his activity was limited by his disability, it did not define his life. Benjamin was a source of joy to his family and friends and demonstrated resiliency, patience and grace in the midst of adversity. His family's unswerving faith in God's sovereignty and grace has sustained them throughout his life and remains a source of comfort and hope. Benjamin's life on earth was brief, but infinitely significant. He will be missed, yet his family takes joy in the knowledge that he is healthy, happy and whole in heaven. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Carl Jennings. Survivors include: his parents Danny and June Jennings, brother, Nathaniel Jennings of West Monroe; paternal grandmother, Gladys Jennings of West Monroe; maternal grandparents, Ray and Dorothy Young of Wisner; aunts and uncles Tony and Marlene Young of Ruston, Peggy and David Kallevig of Alexandria, Minn., Jesse and Leslie Young of Wisner and Gene and Sandy Jennings of Calhoun; and a host of loving great aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. A special word of appreciation is expressed to Dr. Bonita Dyess and the staff of Pediatrics Plus for excellent medical care, Family Care Services for providing childcare, Alpha Care for nursing care, and Melanie Massey Physical Therapy for giving love and care to this precious child. Also, a special thank you to Dean Sims, Benjamin's beloved long time nurse and best friend. Memorial contributions may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home, 7200 DeSiard St., Monroe, Louisiana 71203; the children's ministry of First Baptist Church 201 St. John St. Monroe, La. 71201; or Seeker Springs Ministry 1280 Okaloosa Rd. Eros, La. 71238 Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

CARL DAVID JOHNSON Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Carl David Johnson, 77, of Sterlington, LA, will be held at 1:00 PM Wednesday, February 20, 2008, at First Baptist Church of Sterlington, LA with Rev. J. E. Brown officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Hwy 80, Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Johnson was born June 10, 1930 in Philadelphia, PA and passed away Sunday, February 17, 2008, at St. Francis Specialty Hospital following a lengthy illness. He moved to New Orleans and graduated from Fortier High School, then attended Louisiana Tech for three years. He was a U. S. Marine Corp veteran during the Korean Conflict. Mr. Johnson was a draftsman for Ballard's Air Conditioning, partner in Breck Construction and Slagle-Johnson Lumber, Inc. He started Bayou Roofing, with his son (Steve), in 1983, and operated Bayou Roofing until 2003 when he retired. Survivors include his wife of fifty-two years, Barbara B. Johnson; son, Steven K. Johnson and wife Margaret of Monroe; grandsons, William Ecklund and wife Brandi of Monroe, and Ronald Ecklund of Key West, FL; brothers, Arthur B Johnson and wife Mary, and Edward G. Johnson and wife Tommy Sue, all of Monroe; sister, Helen Knebel of Victoria, TX; two great grandchildren, Jackson and Sophie Ecklund; numerous nieces and nephews, and his beloved dog, Snoopy. Pallbearers will be Bayou Roofing employees, Isaac Armstrong, William Ecklund, Perry Harbor, Larry Goldsberry, Willie Jackson, and Leon Wilson. Honorary pallbearers will be the Adult One Men's Class of First Baptist Church, Sterlington, Mr. R. E. Kelly, and Mr. Sam Brinson. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The family wishes to extend a special thanks to the nursing and doctor staff of St. Francis Specialty Hospital. Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church of Sterlington Building Fund. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

CHARLES WITHERINGTON Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Charles C. Witherington, 82, of West Monroe will be held on Wednesday, February 20th, 2008, at 10:00AM at Good Hope Baptist Church with Rev. David Chapman officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt. Zion Cemetery in Calhoun, LA, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Born February 28th, 1925, in Fairfax, AL, he passed away on Saturday, February 16th, 2008, in Monroe following a lengthy illness. A son of the late James Ernest and Clara Maude Bell Witherington, Mr. Witherington was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II and spent the greater part of his life in West Monroe where he was the owner and operator of Charlie's Barber Shop in West Monroe. He was a member of the Good Hope Baptist Church. Preceding him in death was his beloved wife, Ann Witherington; a daughter, JoAnn Roy; and a grandson, Jonathan McClain. Survivors include his daughters, Judy Green and husband, Billie, Jackie Carter, Debbie McClain and husband, Gary, Sherry Williams and husband, Robert, and Lisa Powell and husband, Jay; his son, Charles "Bo" Witherington, Jr.; brothers James and Dave Witherington; sisters Gladys Miles and Annette Robertson; and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. Pallbearers are Gary McClain, Billie Green, Robert Williams, Charlie Witherington, Elvin Crawford, and Chris Roy. Visitation will be Tuesday, February 19th, 2008, from 5:00 PM until 8:00PM at Good Hope Baptist Church. Online condolences may be emailed to www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

RENE PROVOST Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville, LA Funeral Services for Mrs. Irene Provost, 62, of Downsville, LA, will be held on Wednesday, 10:00 A.M. February 20, 2008, at Holmesville Baptist Church in Downsville, LA., with Reverend Jerry Whitman officiating. Burial will follow in Holmesville Cemetery in Downsville, LA under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mrs. Provost was a member of Holmesville Baptist Church. She was born on September 19, 1945 in Amite, LA., and passed away on February 17, 2008 in Shreveport, LA. Survivors include her husband of 37 years: Ralph Provost of Downsville, LA; son: Frank Ciccio and wife Darlin of West Monroe, LA; 3 granddaughter's: Desiree, Chasity and Gabby Ciccio; 2 brothers: Bennie Folks of Folsom, LA and L.K. Jones of Bogalusa, LA; numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held Tuesday, February, 19, 2008 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

MRS. GRACIE E. WAGGONER Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Gracie E. Waggoner, 92, of West Monroe, LA, will be held 2:00 PM Tuesday afternoon, February 19th, 2008, at Mt Vernon Baptist Church with Rev. Shawn Waggoner, Rev. Woody Rimes, and Rev. Pat Lofton officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt. Vernon Church Cemetery under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Born February 11th, 1916, in Jackson Parish, LA, she was a daughter of the late Ed and Lily Wilhite. A homemaker and member of the Mt Vernon Baptist Church, she passed away Sunday, February 17th, 2008, in West Monroe. Also preceding her in death was her husband, Jesse A. Waggoner, and a son, Jerry Waggoner. Mrs. Waggoner is survived by her son Kenneth and his wife, Tanya; 4 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; and a sister, Elsie Mae Sales. Pallbearers will be: Alton Wilhite, Curtis Wilhite, Bobby Philips, Stanley Wink, Tracy Martin and Jason Springfield. Visitation will be Monday, February 18th, 2008, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the Mt. Vernon Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be emailed to www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

James 'Buddy' Arnold, 73
James "Buddy" Arnold of Monroe, retired from construction, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

A.J. Bailey, 90=
RAYVILLE — A.J. Bailey, died Feb. 9. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Angeline Baker, 61
TALLULAH — Angeline Baker, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Silas T. Barnett, 77
LOMPOC, Calif. — Silas T. Barnett died Thursday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Monday at New Hopewell Cemetery, Bernice. Wake services are 6-7 p.m. Sunday at Our Christian Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Trudie E. Bedenbender, 79
OAK GROVE — Trudie Eleanor Bedenbender, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilbourne United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Charles Allen Boyte, 79
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Charles Allen Boyte, a chemist, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in New Forest Cemetery.

Seth J. Bradford, infant
CHOUDRANT — Seth James Bradford, son of Jeff and Melissa Bradford, died Saturday. Services are noon today at Trinity United Methodist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 10 a.m. until service time today at the
church. Burial will be in Wesley Chapel Cemetery, Ruston under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.
James W. Braggs, 52

James W. Braggs of Monroe died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Monroe City Cemetery.

Tyrone Brown Sr., 48
Tyrone Brown Sr. of Monroe, a construction laborer, died Saturday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Presley Erin Burton, 5 months
CHOUDRANT — Presley Erin Burton, infant daughter of Jamie Burton and Robbie Boyd, died Sunday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Choudrant Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Alvin Fields, 35
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Alvin Fields, a laborer, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Northstar Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. today at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Good Samaritan Cemetery.

Christine M. Griffin, 70
Christine M. Griffin of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Monroe.

Douglas Grover, 76
BASTROP — Douglas Grover, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Annie Belle Hester, 90
Annie Belle Hester of Richwood, a cook, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Faith Harvest Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Josephine Hill, 91
Josephine Hill of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at True Vine Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Thursday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in J.S. Clark Cemetery, Monroe.

Carl David Johnson, 77
Carl David Johnson of Sterlington, co-owner of Bayou Roofing Co., died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. today at First Baptist Church, Sterlington. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Julius M. Johnson Jr., 87
Julius M. "Sonny" Johnson Jr., a retired Olin Kraft personnel director, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Monroe.

Milton James Johnson, 90
Milton James Johnson of Monroe, a bookkeeper, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at First United Methodist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Thursday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Robert Lee Johnson Sr., 76
Robert Lee Johnson Sr. of Monroe, retired from Coca-Cola Bottling Co., died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Paul Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Ernest R. Johnston, 77
MANGHAM — Ernest R. Johnston, a retired engineer, died Wednesday. Memorial services will be 3 p.m. today at Mangham Methodist Church under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

David Jones Jr., 85
TALLULAH — David Jones Jr. died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Truevelue Jones, 89
TALLULAH — Truevelue Jones, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Homer H. Kramer III, 52
JONESBORO — Homer Harmon Kramer III, an oilfield mudlogger, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Ebenezer Baptist Church, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Hodge Cemetery under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Amanda L. Oliver, 77
FERRIDAY — Amanda LaBlanche Oliver, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Charles L. Parish, 77
Charles L. Parish of Monroe, retired from the military, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. today at Roselawn Cemetery, Calhoun under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Ellis Polete Jr., 90
Ellis Polete Jr. of Monroe, a retired delivery driver and veteran, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Monroe Cemetery.

Irene Provost, 62
DOWNSVILLE — Irene Provost, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Holmesville Baptist Church, Downsville. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Videll Robinson, 95
Videll Robinson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Cuba Baptist Church, Bosco. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Nell E. Wallace Rogers, 82
BASTROP — Nell Evelyn Wallace Rogers, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Stevenson Cemetery, Bastrop.

Rev. William Smith, 90
BERNICE — Rev. William Smith died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Roxie Traylor, 89
MESQUITE, Texas — Roxie Traylor, a homemaker formerly of Marion, died today. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Edgar L. Young, 60
DELHI — Edgar L. Young, a laborer, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Funerals by McFarland, Delhi. Burial will be in St. Johns Community Cemetery, Delhi.

Fannie Webb, 103
MANGHAM — Fannie Webb, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Edna Westbrook, 60
ST. JOSEPH — Edna "Yvonne" Westbrook, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Mary J. Williams, 43
BASTROP — Mary J. Williams, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Leathers Jr., Arbin: 1 p.m. Thursday, Friendship Baptist Church, Bernice.
Reith, Lola Dee Shumaker: 10 a.m. Thursday, Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe.
Witherington, Charles C.: 10 a.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Wright, Louise Patten: 10 a.m. Thursday, Lake Lilly Baptist Church near Jonesville

February 20, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

DR. NAJEEB KLAM Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Shortly after the turn of the 20th century, a young Christian Arab named Elian Klam emigrated to America. He worked for two years to earn enough to send for the wife and two small children he had left behind in Beirut. The young couple settled in the Boston area and had six more children. One boy died young, but the Klams raised and educated seven c hildren. Najeeb Klam (Naj) was born March 18, 1915, the seventh child and youngest son. To house his growing family, Elian bought a Victorian mansion in Cambridge, MA. Najeeb attended Cambridge Latin School earned his bachelor's degree from Boston University, and entered the B.U. School of Medicine. Receiving his M.D. degree in 1940, he proceeded in the next year to complete his internship, marry the former Louise Selwyn and be accepted into Tufts University hospital to begin work on his residency in pathology. Following the attack on Pearl Harbor, Naj resigned from Tufts and enlisted in the U. S. Army Medical Corps. His first assignment was at Ft. Benjamin Harrison, where he taught truck drivers to become ambulance drivers. He spent some time in Texas where he learned that "winters don't have to be like New England." Next he was sent to England, where the 112th Evac Hospital was being organized. Naj served with this group through the invasion of Normandy and the Battle of the Bulge. Following the cessation of hostilities, he was transferred to the 80th General in Nuremberg for the war crimes trials. Home again on Christmas Day, 1945, Naj soon returned to Tufts and completed his training. When he was ready to start looking for a job he remembered the lessons about the winters and confined his search to the Southern states. Receiving a number of nice offers, Naj fell in love with Monroe and settled there in the fall of 1947. He was associated with St. Francis for a number of years, and then opened his own office, Monroe Diagnostic Laboratories, which serviced hospitals throughout North Louisiana and Southern Arkansas. Naj retired from practice at the age of 62 and enjoyed thirty years of happy retirement, traveling and dancing. Naj was a member of Grace Episcopal Church for over 60 years, regular in attendance and faithful in stewardship. He served on the Vestry and Boy Scout Boards, and taught Sunday School. One man now in his 50's who grew up in Monroe was home on a visit recently. He said to Naj, "I remember you - you were the best Sunday School teacher I ever had." Naj was the past president of the Ouachita Parish Medical Society, the Louisiana Pathologists and was a 32nd degree Mason. He was an original, sustained, and ardent supporter of St. Jude's Hospital until his death. He was preceded in death by his parents, Nabeeha and Elian Klam; his first wife, Louise Selwyn Klam; one son, Dr. Roger Klam; grandson, Ret Taylor; and great-grandson, Ryan Murphy. Naj is survived by his wife of 20 years, the former Marillyn Marshall Taylor; sons, CAPT Warren Klam, MC, USN, of San Diego, CA, Robert Taylor and wife Louise of Sheffield, AL, Rick Taylor and wife Cindy of Baton Rouge; daughter, Elizabeth Garrison of Sheffield, AL; his daughter-in-law, Gayle Klam; eleven grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren, two sisters, and numerous nieces and nephews. Honorary pallbearers are Stanley Mintz, M.D., Sol Courtman, M.D., Ran Phillips, M.D., Benjamin Marshall, III, Lovell Hayden, and his four grandsons. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday, February 21, 2008, at Grace Episcopal Church. Following the service, there will be a visitation in Kilbourne Hall. Memorials can be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, TN, or to the Grace Episcopal Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

ELEY, MARY FRANCES CARROLL "DOOD" Rabenhorst Funeral Home Baton Rouge, LA A retired legal secretary at Watson, Blanche, Wilson and Posner with over 44 years as Mr. Harvey Posner's secretary, she died on Monday, February 18, 2008, at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. She was born on November 8, 1932 and was a native of Gilbert, Louisiana and a resident of Baton Rouge. Visitation will be at Rabenhorst Funeral Home, 825 Government Street, from 8:30 AM Thursday until the religious service in the funeral home chapel at 10:00 AM. Interment will be at Providence Memorial Cemetery in Winnsboro with a graveside service at 3:00 PM. She is survived by five nieces: Paula Matter Burruss of Plaquemine, Carol Anne Carroll Giesemann & husband Dennis of Baton Rouge, Lisa Carroll Smith & husband Nat of Addis, Louise Carroll Crochet & husband Dale of Brusly, Rachel Carroll Tempanaro & husband Frank of Brusly; three nephews: Gary Carroll & wife Cindy of Addis, Brian Carroll & wife Deanie of St. Francisville, and Loyd Carroll of Baton Rouge; numerous great nieces and great nephews. Although she had no children of her own, she enjoyed being a "grandmother figure" to the children of Paula Burruss and Clark Matter. She was preceded in death by her parents: U.C. "Doc" & Sara Elizabeth Patten Carroll; a sister: Sara Elizabeth Carroll Matter; a brother: Gerald P. "Bud" Carroll; sister-in-law: Betty Flatau Carroll; and nephew: E. Clark Matter. Mary was a member of Southside Baptist Church and the National Secretaries Association, who named her Secretary of the Year in 1972. She enjoyed playing bridge, painting, sewing and traveling. Special thanks to two nieces, Paula Burruss and Carol Giesemann, for the wonderful care and thoughtfulness given to Mrs. Eley for the past seven years. Memorial donations may be made to the Arthritis Foundation, P.O. Box 96280, Washington, DC, 20077-7491, for arthritis research.

JOHN HOUSTON MYERS Ownes Memorial Chapel Monroe, LA John "Johnie" H Myers, 66, passed away on Sunday, February 17th 2008. Services will be held at 3:00 PM Thursday at the Highland Presbyterian Church of West Monroe, LA with Rev. Dr. George Wortham officiating. A small reception will follow. Johnie Myers was born in Alexandra, LA in 1942 and raised in Bastrop, LA. A graduate of Bastrop High; he continued his education at LA Tech and later Tulane University. Dr. Myers (PhD) retired in 2004 from the University of Louisiana-Monroe after 33 years of service as a physics professor and department head. He was a dedicated educator who valued the importance of learning a means to better society. Mr. Myers also possessed a great appreciation of nature; he was an avid birder and backpacker. Dr. Myers is survived by his wife, Ann Breckenridge Myers; three children, J. Breck Myers and Amy M Brainis of Shreveport LA; Maggie M. Carroll of New Orleans, LA; and his sister, Martha Ann Copes of Pioneer, LA. Mr. Myers had 5 grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Audubon Society (www.audubon.org) under the organization's living tribute program or the Highland Presbyterian Church. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to Johnie's friends at ULM and the Highland Presbyterian Church. To leave a memorial message for the family, please visit www.owensmemorial funeralhome.com

JOHN L. JUSTICE Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. John L. Justice, 75, of Monroe, will be held at 3:00 PM Thursday, February 21, 2008, at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church with Rev. Job Edathinatt, Rev. Joseph Puthuppally, and Rev. Sebastian Kallarackal officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Justice was born in Delhi, LA on August 19, 1932 to Lee Justice and Janie Weese Justice, the youngest of eleven children. He was preceded in death by all but one sister, Alpha Lee Justice Roy; and his oldest son, John L. Justice, Jr. He grew up, attended school, and worked in the North East Louisiana area. While serving in the Army National Guard, John then married, settled in Monroe, and began to raise his own family of eleven children. He and his wife, Dott, completed that task while residing in their family home, located in the Swartz community where they have lived and assisted with the population there for the past forty-eight years. He was a faithful, active member of St. Lawrence Catholic Church where he was fond of this church family and embraced the opportunity to be a part of a growing congregation. He was also a member of the Knights of Columbus. As a business man he worked as an auto body shop manager for many years before opening his own business as an appraiser. He was trusted and respected in both fields and found retirement a challenge as long as he was physically able to work. (So he did!) Survivors include his wife, Dorothy (Dott) Lew Miller Justice; children and spouses, Margie Adams and husband Dennis Adams of Rogers, AR, Mary Francis (Sissie) Jones and husband Dr. Gary Jones of Monroe, LA, Glen Justice and wife Janell Justice of Rogers, AR, Barbara Jane (BJ) Tassin and husband Scott Tassin of Bella Vista, AR, Janet Justice of West Monroe, LA, Kenny Justice of Monroe, LA, Charlotte Jobe and husband Dr. Darrell Jobe of Shreveport, LA, Katie Massingill and Rob Massingill of Bella Vista, AR, Billy Justice and wife Kelly Justice of Monroe, LA, and Lisa Murphy and husband Paul Murphy of West Monroe, LA; forty grandchildren and spouses, seventeen great grandchildren (two more due in August), and one sister, Alpha Lee Justice Roy. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM and a Vigil Wake Service at 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Lawrence Catholic Church Building Fund. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

JULIUS M. "SONNY" JOHNSON, JR. Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Julius M. "Sonny" Johnson, Jr., 87, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday, February 20, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Dr. Allison Moody officiating. Interment will follow in Riverview Cemetery. Mr. Johnson died Sunday, February 17, 2008, at St. Francis Medical Center following a brief illness. He was a retired Personnel Director from Olinkraft (now Graphic Packaging) and also served as Personnel Director for the City of Monroe during the late Mayor Bob Powell's administration. He was a World War II Army Air Force veteran, serving in North Africa, Italy, and France. He was also a 32nd Degree Mason and Shriner. Sonny served on the Monroe Little League Board of Directors (forerunner of Monroe Youth Baseball Assoc.) as well as the City of Monroe Recreation Board for many years. An avid hunter and fisherman, he served as president of the Ouachita Parish Wildlife Federation and a long time member of Potluck Hunting Club. He was a longtime supporter of ULM, Neville, and Monroe Youth Baseball as a parent, grandparent, coach, and fan. A loving husband, father, and grandfather, he is survived by his wife of sixty-two years, Barbara Bain Johnson; a son, James W. "Jimmy" Johnson, Sr.; and grandson, James W. "Jay" Johnson, Jr., all of Monroe; granddaughter, Jennifer Johnson Keith and husband Wes of New Orleans, LA; and nieces, Carolyn Courson Elliott and Connie Courson Richardson. Mr. Johnson was preceded in death by his parents, Julius M. Johnson, Sr. and Evie Shook Johnson; a sister, Connie Courson; and a niece, Doll Courson Riley. He joins his "Potluck" Poker Group and hunting buddies: Andy Anders, Don Giffen, Bob Carter, Luke Mouk, Harry Frazer, Donnie Walker, Levins Thompson, Tom Peyton, and Jim Rivers. Pallbearers will be Ronnie Shelby, Bob Rowan, Dr. Mike Nolan, Rob Carter, Jack Cole, and Bobby Hawkins. Honorary pallbearers will be members of Potluck Hunting Club. The family would like to thank Dr. Russ Greer, Dr. Michael Hand, Dr. Richard O'Donovan, Dr. David Raines, Dr. Greg Sampognaro, Drs. and nurses in the St. Francis Medical Center Emergency Room, and the nurses in CCU and 3rd Floor. Memorials may be made to Monroe Youth Baseball Assoc., P.O. Box 14826, Monroe, LA 71207; NAFA (Neville Alumni and Friends Assoc), 600 Forsythe Ave., Monroe, LA 71201; or First Presbyterian Church, 1201 Stubbs Ave., Monroe, LA 71201. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

LOLA DEE SHUMAKER REITH Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Lola Dee Shumaker Reith, 88, of Bastrop, LA, will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, February 21, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum with Rev. Ron Thomas officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Reith was born June 28, 1919 in Ethel, MS and passed away Sunday, February 17, 2008, at Summerlin Lane Nursing Home in Bastrop, LA. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Swartz. Mrs. Reith was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Frank Reith; and daughter Betty Swink. Survivors include her daughters, Julie Smith and husband John R. Smith, III of Monroe, LA, and Ruth Marie Brown and husband Ronald Brown of Slidell, LA; nine grandchildren, and fourteen great grandchildren. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MRS. CECILE CLARK CHAMBLESS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Cecile Clark Chambless, 80, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday February 21, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Rev. Chuck Johnston will be officiating . Interment to follow at Clark Springs Cemetery West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Chambless was born October 23, 1927 in Blue Springs, Mississippi and passed away February 18, 2008 in West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Chambless was a devoted Christian and was a member of First Baptist Church West Monroe where she attended Williams/Vines Sunday School Class. Mrs. Chambless loved her grandchildren, crocheting, crossword puzzles and her circle of friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Morris Chambless and parents, Thad Clark and Lynn Harper, a brother, Jimmy Clark and a sister, Dora Hayes. She is survived by 2 children, Sharon Chambless Roeger and husband David, James M. Chambless and wife Carolyn; brother, Billy Clark and wife Ola; 3 grandsons, James M. Chambless Jr., and wife Megan, Joshua Chambless and fiancé Cindy, and Christopher Roeger; great-grandchild, James M. Chambless III; step-grandchild, Rachael Causey; 2 step-great-grandchildren, Hunter Trichell and Kori Causey; numerous nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Pallbearers will be Terry Hayden, Donald Nolan, Mike Lowery, Montez Pate, Henry Kirkham and Benjy Collins. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

VIRGINIA LOMAX MARBURY Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Virginia Lomax Marbury age, 89, of 2400 North Trenton Street Ruston, Louisiana 71270 will be held at 10:00 AM Friday February 22, 2008 Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, Ruston, Louisiana Officiating the service will be The Very Reverend Paula Clair Hall, Reverend Douglas L. McGuire and Reverend Fred Wideman Interment will follow at Greenwood Cemetery under the Direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston. Mrs. Marbury passed away Tuesday, February 19, 2008 at her home following a recent illness. Virginia Lomax Marbury was born on June 25, 1918, in Ruston Louisiana. She is the daughter of Della Southern Lomax and Dallas Daniel Lomax. Della Southern Lomax was born and raised in Bienville Parish. Dallas Daniel Lomax was born and raised in Simsboro, Lincoln Parish, Louisiana. Virginia Lomax graduated from Louisiana Tech University with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in the School of Music, in 1936. She was very proud that her grandfather George Madden Lomax sponsored the legislation that founded Louisiana Tech University. Following graduation from Louisiana Tech University, she enrolled in Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, in September, 1936. In June of 1938, she received her Degree in Music from Louisiana State University. Immediately after graduation from Louisiana State University, she accepted a teaching position with the Iberia Parish School Board in New Iberia, Louisiana , and she taught music in that Parish from 1938 until 1942. In 1942 she accepted a position in the Music Department of Ruston High School, and she taught music at Ruston High School form 1942 to 1943. On September 5, 1943 Virginia Lomax married William Ardis Marbury, Jr. On March 1, 1944 Mrs. Marbury, along with her husband, organized and established William A. Marbury & Company, Inc., managing General Agents, and this Corporation over a period of years, achieved the record of being the largest General Agency in the State of Louisiana, and one of the largest in the entire South, writing over $25 million in premiums annually. On July 5, 1959, Mr. & Mrs. Marbury and their associates, organized Bankers Life of Louisiana, which eventually became the largest credit life writer in the State of Louisiana, and that company was one of the few Louisiana domiciled companies that enjoyed an "A" rating with Alfred M. Best & Company of New York. Mrs. Marbury served as a Director of the Homer National Bank in Homer, Louisiana, for a period of 14 years, from 1964 through 1978. In 1987 Mrs. Marbury was presented with an Honorary Doctor of Laws Degree from Louisiana Tech University. In the year 1987 both Mr. & Mrs. Marbury were named "Insurance Persons of the Year" by the Northeast Louisiana Chapter of CPCU organization. At the Spring 1991 graduation exercise at Louisiana Tech University, Mrs. Marbury was presented with the Tower Medallion Award, and this honor is bestowed annually upon a graduate of the University who has distinguished himself or herself in their particular field of endeavor, along with service they have rendered to the University. In 1994, Louisiana Tech University celebrated its Centennial Anniversary, having been established in 1894. Both Mr. and Mrs. Marbury were honored by being selected as members of the 100 distinguished graduates of the University, Out of 63,000. On January 28, 1995, the Louisiana Tech Alumni Association established the William A. Marbury and Virginia Lomax Marbury Scholarship Fund to the awarded annually to the deserving children of the Alumni of the University. On October 19, 1996 the Alumni Center, at Louisiana Tech University, was renamed the "Marbury Center" to honor the Marbury family. The family would like to say thank you to special caregivers Mrs. LaTonyna Jackson, Mrs. Dorothy Jones, Mrs. Sylvia Simonton, Mr. and Mrs. Fredrick Blake, Agape hospice Service, Mrs. Kathy Spears, Angel Care of Louisiana, Inc. , Dr. J. V. Jones, Dr. Tommy Smith, and Dr David Osafo. She is survived by Daughter: Rebekah Marbury Napper, and husband Lue Charles Napper; Grandson: Lomax Bailey Napper and wife Misty McClintock Napper: Daughter Caroline Ardis Marbury, Grandaughter Virginia Elizabeth Smart, and Grandson William Samuel Smart. Memorials may be made to The Episcopal Church of the Redeemer of Ruston, Louisiana Tech University Scholarship Fund, Louisiana Methodist Children's Home. Pallbearers will be Bobby Conville, Carrell Dowies, John Emory, Sr., Don Faust, Dr. Marvin T. Green, Jr., Johnny Maxwell, Bill Tubre, J. N. Walpole. Honorary Pallbearers will be John Mills Armstrong, Frank Gerig, III, Randy Graham, Dr. J. V. Jones, Don McGehee, Frank Miller, Coach Jimmy Mize, L. D. "Buddy" Napper, Travis Napper, Dr. Dan Reneau, Scotty Robertson, Loyd Shaw, A. W. Thompson, Rusty Woodard. Visitation will be 5:00 PM To 8:00 P M February 21, 2008 Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston, Louisiana Online condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

James 'Buddy' Arnold, 73
James "Buddy" Arnold of Monroe, retired from construction, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

A.J. Bailey, 90
RAYVILLE — A.J. Bailey, died Feb. 9. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Angeline Baker, 61
TALLULAH — Angeline Baker, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Silas T. Barnett, 77
LOMPOC, Calif. — Silas T. Barnett died Thursday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Monday at New Hopewell Cemetery, Bernice. Wake services are 6-7 p.m. Sunday at Our Christian Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Trudie E. Bedenbender, 79
OAK GROVE — Trudie Eleanor Bedenbender, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilbourne United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Charles Allen Boyte, 79
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Charles Allen Boyte, a chemist, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in New Forest Cemetery.

Seth J. Bradford, infant
CHOUDRANT — Seth James Bradford, son of Jeff and Melissa Bradford, died Saturday. Services are noon today at Trinity United Methodist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 10 a.m. until service time today at the church. Burial will be in Wesley Chapel Cemetery, Ruston under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

James W. Braggs, 52
James W. Braggs of Monroe died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Monroe City Cemetery.

Tyrone Brown Sr., 48
Tyrone Brown Sr. of Monroe, a construction laborer, died Saturday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Presley Erin Burton, 5 months
CHOUDRANT — Presley Erin Burton, infant daughter of Jamie Burton and Robbie Boyd, died Sunday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Choudrant Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Alvin Fields, 35
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Alvin Fields, a laborer, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Northstar Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. today at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Good Samaritan Cemetery.

Christine M. Griffin, 70
Christine M. Griffin of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Monroe.

Douglas Grover, 76
BASTROP — Douglas Grover, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Annie Belle Hester, 90
Annie Belle Hester of Richwood, a cook, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Faith Harvest Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Josephine Hill, 91
Josephine Hill of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at True Vine Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Thursday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in J.S. Clark Cemetery, Monroe.

Carl David Johnson, 77
Carl David Johnson of Sterlington, co-owner of Bayou Roofing Co., died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. today at First Baptist Church, Sterlington. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Julius M. Johnson Jr., 87
Julius M. "Sonny" Johnson Jr., a retired Olin Kraft personnel director, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Monroe.

Milton James Johnson, 90
Milton James Johnson of Monroe, a bookkeeper, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at First United Methodist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Thursday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Robert Lee Johnson Sr., 76
Robert Lee Johnson Sr. of Monroe, retired from Coca-Cola Bottling Co., died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Paul Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Ernest R. Johnston, 77
MANGHAM — Ernest R. Johnston, a retired engineer, died Wednesday. Memorial services will be 3 p.m. today at Mangham Methodist Church under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

David Jones Jr., 85
TALLULAH — David Jones Jr. died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Truevelue Jones, 89
TALLULAH — Truevelue Jones, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Homer H. Kramer III, 52
JONESBORO — Homer Harmon Kramer III, an oilfield mudlogger, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Ebenezer Baptist Church, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Hodge Cemetery under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Amanda L. Oliver, 77
FERRIDAY — Amanda LaBlanche Oliver, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Charles L. Parish, 77
Charles L. Parish of Monroe, retired from the military, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. today at Roselawn Cemetery, Calhoun under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Ellis Polete Jr., 90
Ellis Polete Jr. of Monroe, a retired delivery driver and veteran, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Monroe Cemetery.

Irene Provost, 62
DOWNSVILLE — Irene Provost, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Holmesville Baptist Church, Downsville. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Videll Robinson, 95
Videll Robinson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Cuba Baptist Church, Bosco. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Nell E. Wallace Rogers, 82
BASTROP — Nell Evelyn Wallace Rogers, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Stevenson Cemetery, Bastrop.

Rev. William Smith, 90
BERNICE — Rev. William Smith died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Roxie Traylor, 89
MESQUITE, Texas — Roxie Traylor, a homemaker formerly of Marion, died today. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Edgar L. Young, 60
DELHI — Edgar L. Young, a laborer, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Funerals by McFarland, Delhi. Burial will be in St. Johns Community Cemetery, Delhi.

Fannie Webb, 103
MANGHAM — Fannie Webb, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Edna Westbrook, 60
ST. JOSEPH — Edna "Yvonne" Westbrook, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Mary J. Williams, 43
BASTROP — Mary J. Williams, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Leathers Jr., Arbin: 1 p.m. Thursday, Friendship Baptist Church, Bernice.
Reith, Lola Dee Shumaker: 10 a.m. Thursday, Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe.
Witherington, Charles C.: 10 a.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Wright, Louise Patten: 10 a.m. Thursday, Lake Lilly Baptist Church near Jonesville

February 21, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ANNIE LEONA DOMINO FRYER Bailey Mortuary, Springhill, LA. Funeral services for Mrs. Annie Leona Domino Fryer, age 87, will be held Friday, February 22, 2008 at 2:00 PM in Central Baptist Church with Rev. Tim Everett officiating. Interment will follow in the Springhill Cemetery under the direction of Bailey Mortuary, Springhill, LA. Visitation will be Thursday 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM. Mrs. Fryer was born June 8, 1920 in Bastrop, LA to Carmello and Caterina Messina Domino and passed away Sunday, February 17, 2008 in West Monroe, LA. She was a former resident of Springhill and was a resident of West Monroe, LA. She was a member of Central Baptist Church and was a homemaker. She is survived by her sons, Jerry Elmo Fryer and wife, Ann of Winchester, KY, Paul Dean Fryer and wife, Tonia of Calhoun, LA; grandchildren Jeffery Fryer and wife, Donna, Angie Renee Jessup and husband, Rick, Mark Alan Fryer and wife, Ann, Todd Michael Fryer and wife, Tamara, Matthew Ryan Fryer, Austin Paul Fryer, Stephanie Noland and husband, Rodney, Joshua Baldwin, Noah Becker and great grandchildren, Mitchell, Danielle, Lillie, Seth, Kate, Grace, Caleb and Grayson. Mrs. Fryer was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Henry Elmo Fryer, four sisters and five brothers. Pallbearers will be Jeffery Fryer, Mark Alan Fryer, Todd Michael Fryer, Andrew Marino, Robby Tassin and Joshua Baldwin. Honorary pallbearers will be Cpl. Matthew Ryan Fryer, Jerry David Fryer and Mitchell Elmo Fryer.

MICHAEL STEVE LAWSON, SR. Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Funeral services for Michael Steve Lawson, 57, of West Monroe will be held at 10:00 A.M. Friday February 22, 2008 at Cedar Crest Baptist Church in West Monroe with Dr. Greg Clark and Rev. Ben Wasson officiating. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery Ruston, LA. Steve passed away on February 19, 2008 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe. On April 24th, 1950 Steve was born to R.W. Lawson and Alvearne Pearce in Ruston, LA. As a child, Steve found a love of music and the piano and a passion in them that would be a melody for the rest of his life. He graduated from Ruston High School in 1968 and he went on later to earn a degree in Music from Louisiana Tech in 1986. Soon after high school he met and married the love of his life Mary Elizabeth Rhodes of Spearsville, LA. Together they brought three children into the world and were again blessed with two grandsons. He and his wife recently celebrated their thirty-ninth anniversary. Steve spun a varied and rich life professionally. He started out with a small aviation company with Steve as pilot and owner. From there he took a chance at having a small restaurant, spending some time in the army reserves and then running an electronics store called "The Lawson Company." It was after this that Steve changed direction somewhat and was ordained into the ministry in 1982 as a youth minister at Emmanuel Baptist Church, Ruston LA. He served again as a youth and music minister at Highland Baptist Church in West Monroe before going to El Dorado, AR as a music minister at Immanuel Baptist church. In the spring of 2005, he and his wife came back to West Monroe for Steve to become the music minister of Cedar Crest Baptist. Here, Steve served with a passion and dedication that was marked by everyone who knew him. He loved the church he served and they him. Steve was happiest spending time with the family he loved, trumping through the woods GPS in hand after his next geocache discovery or making his miniature trains chug along their tracks filling his workshop with smoke. Spirits soared when his fingers found the ivory of a baby grand or pipe organ. His smile was infectious and he went about his life a gentle and generous soul that no one who knew him will ever forget. Survivors include his wife Beth Lawson, children, Steve Lawson, Jr. and wife Mary of Spearsville, LA, Elizabeth Lawson and son-in-law Josh Burton of Houston, TX, Matthew Lawson of Houston, TX, grandchildren, Layne and Tyler Lawson; brothers, Roger P Lawson and his wife of Jan El Dorado, AR. Philip R. Lawson and his wife Anita of Little Switzerland, NC. Pallbearers will be Jonathan Spears, Don Austin, Jonny McCartney, Barry Blanton, Marshall Pearce and David Abernathy. Honorary pallbearers will be Roger Lawson, Phil Lawson, David Moreland and Benjamin Rhodes. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Thursday at Cedar Crest Baptist Church in West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the Cedar Crest Baptist Church Faith Walk. Online Registry/Condolence: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MR. JAMES DALE ARNOLD Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. James Dale Arnold, 73, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, February 22th, 2008, at The Apostolic Church Of The Lord Jesus Christ with Rev. David Mixon, Rev. Ron Townley and Rev. Paul Massey officiating. Interment will follow in the Delhi Masonic Cemetery in Delhi, LA under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Born February 12th, 1935, in Crowville, LA and went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on February 19, 2008 after a short illness. He is preceded in death by his wife; Carolyn Rurdell Arnold, parents; Martin and Annie Bell Arnold, brothers; W.B. Arnold, Leon Arnold, Denon Arnold. Sisters; Myrtle Arnold, Allie Laura Arnold, Stella Parker, Irma Pickering, Margie Pepper. James served his country for 9 years in the U.S. Army from October 1953 to December 1962. James was a retired construction worker, James was a member for 45 years at The Apostolic Church Of The Lord Jesus Christ in West Monroe, LA. pastor, David Mixon. James was better known as "Papaw", he loved to joke and play around with his kids and grandkids. His sense of humor will be greatly missed. Mr. Arnold is survived by sons; David Deron and wife Reba of Monroe, LA, Billy Deron and wife Michelle of Farmerville, LA, Danny Arnold and wife Cheryl of West Monroe, LA. Ronnie Arnold of Monroe, LA. daughter; Barbara McDonald and husband Jesse of Urania, LA, brothers; Dewitt Arnold and wife Shirley of Delhi, LA, Ray Arnold and wife Margie of Monroe, LA., sister; JoAnn Cartlidge and husband Grady of Point, LA, Sure Parker of Winnsboro, LA, Verlene Almond of Tallulah, LA, brother in law; C. L. Rundell and wife Claire of Monroe, LA, sister in law; Beth Ann Terry and husband Lanny of Friendswood, Texas. Survived by 15 Grandchildren, 9 Great Grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Dr. Kutnikar and staff and Premier Hospice Staff. Pallbearers will be: Luther Chadwick, Traber Brister, Ryan Mixon, Junior Wilson, Bruce Frith, Traver Self. Visitation will be Thursday, February 21th, 2008, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe, La. and Friday, February 22, 2006, from 9:00 AM until service time at The Apostolic Church Of The Lord Jesus Christ Church in West Monroe. Online condolences may be emailed to www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

ROBERT L. JOHNSON SR Monroe, LA Funeral services for Deacon Robert L. Johnson Sr., 76, of Monroe will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, February 23, 2008 at the St. Paul Baptist Church in Monroe, with Rev. John L. Perry officiating. Interment will follow at Richwood Memorial Gardens. Dea. Johnson died Feb. 13 in Monroe following a brief illness. He was a longtime employee of Coca-Cola Bottling Co., retiring after forty-five years of faithful service. Being a believer in Jesus Christ and a lover of gospel music, he was a member of the quartet singing group, The Gospel Wings for 20 years, The Royal New Town Spirituals for two years and a group he actively sang in until death, The Mighty Gospel Aires for 40 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Annie and Sullivan Johnson Sr., two sisters, Faddie Johnson and Lillie Johnson and one brother, Charles Johnson. Cherishing his memories are his devoted wife of forty-seven years, Myrtis Belton Johnson, 3 sons, Robert L. Johnson Jr. and Kenny (Tina) Johnson of Monroe; Thomas (Marlene) Johnson of Nashville, Tenn.; 5 daughters, Sharon (Michael) Bursey, Angela Johnson and Penny Johnson of Monroe; Deborah (Billy) Bowie of Nashville, Tenn. and Ivory Dixon of Shreveport; 3 sisters, Bettie Johnson and Sarah Johnson of Monroe and Shirley Johnson of San Leandro, CA; 3 brothers, Sullivan Johnson Jr. of Rayville, James Johnson and Billy Johnson of Monroe; twelve grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Visitation is 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM Friday at Miller Funeral Home in Monroe.

TERESA ELAINE KENNEDY Cox Funeral Home Lake Providence, LA Funeral services for Teresa Elaine Bell Kennedy, age 44, of Pineville, Louisiana will be held at 3:00 PM Thursday, February 21, 2008 at Providence Worship Center in Lake Providence, Louisiana.Reverend Don Boyett will officiate. Burial will follow in the Providence Memorial Park Cemetery in Lake Providence. Services are under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Lake Providence. Mrs. Kennedy died February 18, 2008 at Rapids General Hospital in Alexandria, Louisiana. She is survived by her husband, Michael H. Kennedy of Pineville, LA; daughter and son-in-law, Amber and Shane Jeansonne of Pineville; son, Adam Michael Kennedy of Pineville; son, Mathew Benton Kennedy of Pineville; granddaughter, Olivia Jeansonne; her parents, Benton Raymond Bell and Alva Elaine Noland Bell of Lake Providence; brother and sister-in-law, Keith and Ashley Bell of Lake Providence; sister and brother-in-law, Charlotte and John Herrington of Lake Providence; sister, Winona Bell of Lake Providence. She is also survived by her nieces and nephews: John Michael Herrington, Kristin Densmore, Katie Bell, Christian Herrington, Reagan Densmore, Taylor Herrington, and Colton Herrington. Pallbearers are: Brad Johnson, Ronald Pippin, Alvin Minsky, Andy Brister, Barry Sullivan, Gregg Johnson, Delmar Gene Pippin, and Kemp Haley. Family will receive friends on Thursday , February 21, 2008 between the hours of 8:00 AM and 12: noon at Cox Funeral Home in Lake Providence. www.coxfuneral.com

A.J. Bailey, 90
RAYVILLE — A.J. Bailey died Feb. 9. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Pine Street Church of Christ, Rayville. Burial will be in New Bethel Church Cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Angeline Baker, 61
TALLULAH — Angeline Baker, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Pleasant Grove No. 1, Tallulah. Burial will be in Royal Blue Cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Cecile Chambless, 80
Cecile Clark Chambless of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Clark Springs Cemetery, West Monroe.

Mary Cockerham, 99
PIONEER — Mary Edna Cockerham, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at New Prospect Baptist Church near Pioneer. Visitation is 8 a.m. until time of service today at the church. Burial will be in Unity Cemetery, Pioneer under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Ruth Coleman, 70
Ruth Coleman of Monroe, a retired Allen Daycare worker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Grover Douglas, 76
BASTROP — Grover Douglas died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Mary Frances Eley, 75
BATON ROUGE — Mary Frances Carroll "Dood" Eley, a retired Watson, Blanche, Wilson and Posner legal secretary, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Rabenhorst Funeral Home, Baton Rouge. Graveside services are 3 p.m. at Providence Memorial Cemetery, Winnsboro. Visitation is 8:30 p.m. today until time of service at the funeral home.

Truevelue Jones, 89
TALLULAH — Truevelue Jones, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at New Morning Star, Tallulah. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

John L. Justice Sr., 75
John L. Justice Sr. of Monroe, a retired auto damage appraiser, died Monday. Services are 3 p.m. today at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Teresa E. Kennedy, 44
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Teresa Elaine Kennedy, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 3 p.m. today at Providence Worship Center, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery, Lake Providence under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Lake Providence.

Dr. Najeeb Klam, 93
Dr. Najeeb Klam of Monroe, a retired physician, died Friday. Memorial service is 11 a.m. today at Grace Episcopal Church, Monroe. Visitation will follow in Kilbourne Hall under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Virginia Marbury, 89
RUSTON — Virginia Marbury, an insurance executive, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, Ruston. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery.

Ellen S. Martin, 75
RAYVILLE — Ellen Singleton Martin, a secretary, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Sammy Morgan, 64
OAKLAND — Sammy Morgan, a laborer, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Robert 'Doc' Neal, 78
Robert "Doc" Neal of Monroe, a mechanic, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Union Hill Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Willie Parker, 67
DELHI — Willie Parker, a laborer, died Wednesday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Funerals by McFarland of Delhi.

Nettie Patterson, 84
OAK GROVE — Nettie Myrtle Patterson, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Mount Zion Church of God, Oak Grove. Visitation is 2-8 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in Red Wing Cemetery, Oak Grove.

Paula Robertson, 55
Paula Faye Robertson of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Rev. W. Smith Sr., 90
BERNICE — The Rev. William C. "Bro Billy" Smith Sr., a minister, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Weldon Baptist Church, Bernice. Burial will be in Bernice City Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Willie Thomas, 90
OAK GROVE — Willie Thomas, a laborer, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Olive Baptist Church, Oak Grove. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Brannum Funeral Home, Oak Grove with Wake services 6-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Southside Cemetery, Oak Grove.

W.H. Thompson III, 57
PORTLAND, Ore. — W.H. "Bill" Thompson III, a musician formerly of West Monroe, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 8:30 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Indian Village Cemetery, Calhoun.

Frank Ray Vinyard, 78
RAYVILLE — Frank Ray Vinyard, an owner of Audie's Flowers and Gifts, died Sunday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Fannie Webb, 103
MANGHAM — Fannie Webb, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Oscar 'Papa' White, 71
BASTROP — Oscar "Papa" White, a retired carpenter, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Canaan Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in La-Ark Cemetery, Jones under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Kay F. Williams, 59
Kay Frances Williams of Monroe, an offshore cook, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation is noon until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Liberty Hill-Taylor Cemetery near Farmerville.

Mary J. Williams, 43
BASTROP — Mary J. Williams, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at New Jerusalem No. 2, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Trousdale Cemetery.

Grace Witcher, 23 months
BASTROP — Grace Witcher, infant daughter of Kimberly White and Scott Witcher, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Canaan Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in La-Ark Cemetery, Jones under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Barnett, Silas T.: 11 a.m. Monday, New Hopewell Cemetery, Bernice.
Braggs, James W.: 2 p.m. Friday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Brown Sr., Tyrone: 3 p.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Fields, Alvin: 1 p.m. today, Northstar Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Hester, Annie Belle: 11 a.m. Saturday, Faith Harvest Baptist Church, Monroe.
Hill, Josephine: 1 p.m. Friday, True Vine Baptist Church, Monroe.
Johnson, Milton James: 11 a.m. Friday, First United Methodist Church, Monroe.
Johnson Sr., Robert Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Paul Baptist Church, Monroe.
Leathers Jr., Arbin: 1 p.m. today, Friendship Baptist Church, Bernice.
Oliver, Amanda LaBlanche: 2 p.m. Friday, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Polete Jr., Ellis: 11 a.m. today, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Reith, Lola Dee Shumaker: 10 a.m. today, Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe.
Robinson, Videll: 11 a.m. Saturday, Cuba Baptist Church, Bosco.
Rogers, Nell Evelyn Wallace: 10 a.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Wright, Louise Patten: 10 a.m. today, Lake Lilly Baptist Church near Jonesville

February 22, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ANDY RUSSELL Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Andy Russell, 72, of Monroe, LA will be at 1:00 PM, Saturday, February 23, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Chapel of Monroe, LA with Rev. Charles Headrick officiating. Interment will be at 3:00 PM at Strong Cemetery in Strong, AR under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Mr. Russell was born November 20, 1935 in Strong, Arkansas and passed away February 17, 2008 in Katy, Texas. Mr. Russell was a member of College Place Baptist Church in Monroe, LA. He was preceded in death by his wife, Maudine Dopson Russell. He is survived by his daughters: Terri Rosamond and Carol Claborn; grandchildren: Phillip Rosamond, Colton Claborn, Camron Claborn, and Chad Claborn. Pallbearers will be members of the family. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM Saturday, February 23, 2008 until the time of the service at 1:00 PM. Online condolences may be made at Kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

DONNIE SULLIVAN 9-9-1965 - 2-22-2006 Donnie its been 2 years but it seems just like today. You almost made it home just for me, but the Lord had other plans and we don't question his work. We didn't get to say goodbye, or tell you we love you. We miss you so much. Your wife and children, Donnie, Jr, Sara, Josh. Thank you Ricky & Peggy for your loving support when I need it. God Bless You.

DORIA SYME BALDOCK Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Memorial Services for Mrs. Doria Syme Baldock, will be 2:00 PM Saturday, February 23, 2008 at First United Methodist Church in Monroe with Rev. Larry Stafford officiating. Visitation will be in the church parlor from 1:00 PM until the service begins. Mrs. Baldock was born in Flushing, NY on May 1, 1918 and passed away on February 14, 2008 in West Monroe. She was a graduate of Grove City College in PA and taught kindergarten in Bayside, Long Island. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Norman L. Syme and Ashby W. Baldock. She is survived by her four children, Leslie Connell and husband Derrick of Hanover, Jamaica, Phyllis Cady and husband Ray of Punta Gorde, FL, Allison Wilkes and husband Charles of Monroe, and a son, Norman Syme of Tallahassee, FL. She was a grandmother to Holly Bishop of Bonita Springs, FL, Parker Wilkes of Monroe, LA, Brent Wilkes and his wife, Holly of Monroe, LA, Bradshaw Wilkes and his wife Kambra of Monroe, LA, Doria Stephens and her husband Robbie of Asheville, NC, and Deanna Doggett of Greenville, SC. She had five great-grandchildren. The family request that in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the following foundation for alzheimers research: Fisher Center Foundation at alzinfo.org/index.asp Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

FRANK RAY VINYARD,SR Brown-Holley Funeral Home ,Rayville, LA Memorial services for Frank Ray Vinyard, Sr., age 78, of Rayville, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, February 23, 2008 at the Brown-Holley Funeral Chapel in Rayville with Rev. Bill Lovett and the Masonic Relief Lodge officiating. Mr. Vinyard passed away on Sunday, February 17, 2008 in Monroe. Mr. Vinyard was a member of the Zebedee Baptist Church. He was a graduate of Rayville High School. He served in the US Navy during the Korea War. He was the first mayor in Marina, CA and active in CA politics. He and his late wife, Audie Vinyard owned Audie's Flowers and Gifts in Rayville, LA. He was a member of the Free & Accepted Masons for over 30 years, the Scottish Rite, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the American Legion. He is preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. J.E. Clary of Rayville, LA; wife, Audie B. Vinyard, and son, Larry Vinyard. Survivors include sons, Ray Biggs and wife, Pam of Rayville, LA and F.R. "Bud" Vinyard, Jr. of Rayville, LA; grandchildren, Rachel and Jacob Biggs of Rayville, LA; and an "Adopted daughter-in-law",Jamie Parker. Visitation will be at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Friday, February 22, 2008 from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneral homes.com

NICHOLAS COLE CRAWFORD Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Nicholas Cole Crawford, 8, of West Monroe, LA will be 10:00 AM Saturday, February 23, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA with Rev. Tony Smith and Rev. Larry Linson officiating. Burial will follow at McCormick Cemetery. Nicholas is preceded in death by his great grandparents, Sybil and Edward Brown, Lee Crawford, Violet Case, and Bennett Stephens, cousin, Blain Crawford. Survivors include his mother, Katie Crawford, father, Patrick Crawford, Sr.; three brothers, Christian Crawford, Patrick Crawford, Jr. and Joel Bagwel, grandparents, James and Sandra Crawford, Larry and Geraldine Brown; honorary grandmother, Linda Thompson; several cousins, aunts and uncles. Pallbearers will be Robby Kirkland, Gary Kirkland, Eloy Garcia, and Stephen Price. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM Friday, February 22, 2008 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

W. G. "BILL" CRAIG Cox Funeral Home Delhi W. G. "Bill" Craig, 79, longtime resident of Delhi, LA went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 21, 2008 at the Richland Parish Hospital in Delhi. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge for over 55 years and was currently affliated with Delhi Masonic Lodge #120. He was a former SFC in the US Army during the Korean Conflict and was a longtime youth baseball coach and mentor. Bill was a member of the First Baptist Church of Delhi for over 45 years and was a long time Deacon. Any planned memorials may be made to the LA Baptist Childrens Home or to the Shriners Hospital. Mr. Craig is preceded in death by his parents, Tom Wesley Craig and Posie Viola Hopper Craig. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, February 23, 2008 in the chapel of Cox Funeral Home in Delhi with Rev. Eddie Fuller and Dr. Marcus Murphy officiating. Interment will be in the Newton Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 PM Friday at Cox Funeral Home in Delhi. Pallbearers will be Bruce McEacharn, Bruce Tatum, Charles Parker, Bobby Wooten, Albert Christman and Shelton Parker. Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Mary Lyndal Craig of Delhi; two sons, Dr. Johnny B. Craig of Shreveport and Steve Craig and wife Rhonda of Delhi; four grandchildren, Deidre Craig Dement, Steven Douglas "Doug" Craig II, Sarah Elizabeth Craig and Rachel Parish Craig; two great grandchildren and a sister, Eva Lou Maynor of Shreveport. To leave a message of condolence to the family please visit our website at www.coxfuneral.com.

James 'Buddy' Arnold, 73
James "Buddy" Arnold of Monroe, a retired construction worker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at the Apostolic Church of the Lord Jesus Christ, West Monroe. Burial will be in Delhi Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Charles Blunt, 45
Charles Blunt of West Monroe, a laborer, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Bethel Church of God in Christ, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. today at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

Ruth Coleman, 70
Ruth Coleman of West Monroe, a retired Allen Daycare worker, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

W.G. 'Bill' Craig, 79
DELHI — W.G. "Bill" Craig died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Newton Cemetery.

Thomas Doles, 85
Thomas Doles of Monroe, a retired U.S. Navy Officer, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Verlene H. Holland, 57
RAYVILLE — Verlene H. Holland, Richland Parish School Board Drug Free Coordinator, died Tuesday. Services are noon Saturday at Macedonia Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at

Macedonia Baptist Church, Rayville. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.Jestina Jackson, 94
WINNSBORO — Jestina Jackson, a housewife, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Morning Pilgrim Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is 2-8 p.m. today and wake services are 7-8 p.m. today at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Pilgrim Cemetery, Sicily Island.

Carrie Jones, 82
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Carrie Jones, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Greater One Church, Delhi. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. today at Funerals by McFarland, Delhi. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

David Jones Jr., 85
TALLULAH — David Jones Jr. died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at First Kingdom Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

Michael Lawson Sr., 57
Michael Steve Lawson Sr. of West Monroe, Cedar Crest Baptist Church minister of music, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Cedar Crest Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time at the church. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery, Ruston under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Clara Lee Loyd, 88
JIGGER — Clara Lee Loyd, a retired nurse's aid, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Ogden Cemetery.

Willie Parker, 65
DELHI — Willie Parker died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Sunday at Greater One Christian Fellowship Church, Delhi. Wake services are 5-7 p.m. Saturday at Funerals by McFarland, Delhi. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Paula Faye Robertson, 55
Paula Faye Robertson of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Patrick's Episcopal Church, West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Roxie Traylor, 89
MESQUITE, Texas — Roxie Traylor, a homemaker formerly of Marion, died today. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Paul Baptist Church, Marion. Burial will be in St. Paul Cemetery under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Edna Westbrook, 60
ST. JOSEPH — Edna "Yvonne" Westbrook died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Maryland Baptist Church, St. Joseph under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Bailey, A.J.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Pine Street Church of Christ, Rayville.
Baker, Angeline: 1 p.m. Saturday, Pleasant Grove No. 1, Tallulah.
Barnett, Silas T.: 11 a.m. Monday, New Hopewell Cemetery, Bernice.
Braggs, James W.: 2 p.m. today, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Brown Sr., Tyrone: 3 p.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Hester, Annie Belle: 11 a.m. Saturday, Faith Harvest Baptist Church, Monroe.
Hill, Josephine: 1 p.m. today, True Vine Baptist Church, Monroe.
Johnson, Milton James: 11 a.m. today, First United Methodist Church, Monroe.
Johnson Sr., Robert Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Paul Baptist Church, Monroe.
Jones, Truevelue: 11 a.m. Saturday, New Morning Star, Tallulah.
Marbury, Virginia: 10 a.m. today, Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, Ruston.
Neal, Robert 'Doc': 2 p.m. Saturday, Union Hill Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe.
Oliver, Amanda LaBlanche: 2 p.m. today, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Patterson, Nettie Myrtle: 10 a.m. today, Mount Zion Church of God, Oak Grove.
Robinson, Videll: 11 a.m. Saturday, Cuba Baptist Church, Bosco.
Thomas, Willie: 1 p.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Oak Grove.
Thompson III, W.H. "Bill": 10 a.m. Saturday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Vinyard, Frank Ray: 2 p.m. Saturday, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.
Webb, Fannie: 2 p.m. Saturday, Canaan Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Williams, Mary J.: 2 p.m. Saturday, New Jerusalem No. 2, Bastrop.
Witcher, Grace: 2 p. m. Saturday, Canaan Baptist Church, Bastrop

February 23, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Doris Baldock, 89
LONG ISLAND, New York — Doris Syme Baldock, a retired teacher, died Feb. 14. Memorial services are 2 p.m. today at First United Methodist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. today until service time at the church under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Nicholas Cole Crawford, 8
Nicholas Cole Crawford of West Monroe died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. today until service time. Burial will be in McCormick Cemetery.

Thomas Doles, 85
Thomas Doles of Monroe, a retired U.S. Navy Officer, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Wilmot, Ark. Cemetery.

Grover Douglas, 76
BASTROP — Grover Douglas died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Evergreen No. 2 Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Monday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery.

David "Dave" Feazel, 54
David "Dave" Feazel of West Monroe, a Wal-Mart sales associate, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Christine Griffin, 70
Christine M. Griffin of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at H.V. Adams Cemetery, Bastrop. Arrangements are under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Monroe.

Sammy Morgan, 64
OAKLAND — Sammy Morgan, a laborer, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Springhill Baptist Church, Marion. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Sunday at Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Philip "Snake" Ragland, 63
Philip "Snake" Ragland of Monroe, a retired U.S. Postal Service employee, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Hazel Jean Stewart, 79
MARLOW, Okla. — Hazel Jean Stewart, formerly of Jonesboro, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Antioch Cumberland Presbyterian Church, Quitman. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Callaway-Smith-Cobb Funeral Home, Marlow.

Alice Faye Tarver, 68
WINNSBORO — Alice Faye Tarver, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at First United Pentecostal Church, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Fannie Lee Webb, 103
MANGHAM — Fannie Lee Webb, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Bailey, A. J.: 11 a.m. today, Pine Street Church of Christ, Rayville.
Blunt, Charles: 11 a.m today, Bethel Church of God in Christ, Monroe.
Baker, Angeline: 1 p.m. today, Pleasant Grove No. 1, Tallulah.
Barnett, Silas T.: 11 a.m. Monday, New Hopewell Cemetery, Bernice.
Brown Sr., Tyrone: 3 p.m. today, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Coleman, Ruth: 11 a.m. today, Allen Chapel A.M.E. Church, Monroe.
Craig, W.G. "Bill": 2 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.
Hester, Annie Belle: 11 a.m. today, Faith Harvest Baptist Church, Monroe.
Holland, Verlene H.: noon today, Macedonia Baptist Church, Rayville.
Jackson, Jestina: 11 a.m. today, Morning Pilgrim Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Johnson Sr., Robert Lee: 11 a.m. today, St. Paul Baptist Church, Monroe.
Jones, Carrie: 11 a.m. today, Greater One Church, Delhi.
Jones Jr., David: 1 p.m. today, First Kingdom Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Jones, Truevelue: 11 a.m. today, New Morning Star, Tallulah.
Loyd, Clara Lee: 10 a.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Neal, Robert 'Doc': 2 p.m. today, Union Hill Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe.
Parker, Willie: 11 a.m. Sunday, Greater One Christian Fellowship Church, Delhi.
Robertson, Paula Faye: 10 a.m. today, St. Patrick's Episcopal Church, West Monroe.
Robinson, Videll: 11 a.m. today, Cuba Baptist Church, Bosco.
Thomas, Willie: 1 p.m. today, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Oak Grove.
Thompson III, W.H. "Bill": 10 a.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Traylor, Roxie: 2 p.m. today, St. Paul Baptist Church, Marion.
Vinyard, Frank Ray: 2 p.m. today, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.
Westbrook, Edna: 2 p.m. today, Maryland Baptist Church, St. Joseph.
Williams, Mary J.: 2 p.m. today, New Jerusalem No. 2, Bastrop.
Witcher, Grace: 2 p. m. today, Canaan Baptist Church, Bastrop.

February 24, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MR. DAVID "DAVE" FEAZEL Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for David "Dave" Feazel, 54, of West Monroe, LA will be at 2:00PM on Sunday, February 24, 2008, in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Pastor Mark Foster officiating. Interment will follow in the Hasley Cemetery under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Born June 17, 1953, Monroe, LA, he passed away February 22, 2008 in West Monroe, LA. He was a sales associate with the West Monroe Wal-Mart for over 25 years and an avid sports fan who loved to watch the New Orleans Saints play football. Dave was preceded in death by his parents, J. D. and Pat Meek Feazel and by his daughter, Jamie Feazel. Survivors include his wife, Jo Ann Thomas Feazel; 5 children, Keith Watkins and wife, Amy, Melissa Taylor and husband, Dell, Jason Lilly and wife, Marie, Heather and Adam Feazel; 12 grandchildren; 4 brothers; Jim Feazel and wife, Bonnie, George Feazel, Paul Feazel, and Bill Feazel and wife, Lisa; and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers include Rube Frazier, Sr., Rube Frazier, Jr., Samuel Frazier, Jason Shanks, Dell Bounds, and Danny McCurry. Visitation will be Sunday afternoon from 1:00PM until service time at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

THOMAS K. DOLES Kilpatrick Funeral Homes Monroe, LA Funeral services for Thomas Kinniard Doles, age 85, of Monroe, LA will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Monday, February 25, 2008, in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe on Lamy Lane. Officiating will be Rev. Larry Stafford. Interment will follow at Wilmot Cemetery in Wilmot, AR under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe on Lamy Lane. Mr. Doles was born on October 27, 1922, in Jones, LA and passed away on February 21, 2008, in Monroe, LA. Mr. Doles was a graduate of Bonita High School and attended Louisiana State University on an Agricultural scholarship. He graduated with a degree in Animal Husbandry and was a member of the professional fraternity Alpha Gamma Rho where he served as Vice-Noble. Having a passion for airplanes, Mr. Doles served a 20 year career in the United States Navy as a naval aviator retiring at the rank of Commander. He served in the Philippines as chief pilot to J.P. Putney. In Paris, France, he was stationed with the Supreme Allied Headquarters of Europe and was the personal assistant to Admiral McDonald who later became the Chief of Naval Operations for the United States Navy. He later served as Commander and gunnery office on the U. S. Forrestal aircraft carrier. Mr. Doles career and countless hours of flight time enabled him and his family to travel extensively. Mr. Doles, with his wife, Edieth, selected an early retirement from the military and returned to North Louisiana in 1962. They raised their two daughters and he became very involved with the Navy as a teacher in the ROTC programs at area high schools. Mr. Doles participated in various community groups and organizations and was a charter member of the Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola, FL. He was a farmer, a pilot, a teacher, an avid yachtsman, and a great fan of opera. Mr. Doles was preceded in death by his wife, Edieth Crossley Doles and his parents, Bonnie and David Doles, Sr.; brothers, Robert Fort Doles, Basil Doles, Sr. and William Doles. Survivors are his two daughters, Bonnie Doles of San Miguel de Allende, MX and Beverly Graham and her husband, Gary of Monroe, LA; grandsons, Hutton Banks of Baton Rouge, LA, Harrison Banks of Oxford, MS, and Jeremy Graham of Baton Rouge, LA; brother, David Doles, Jr. of Monroe, LA and nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Hutton Banks, Harrison Banks, Basil Doles, Jr., Mike Doles, Don Doles and Jimmy Doles. Honorary pallbearers will be David Doles, Jr., Leon Doles, Jeff Foster, Kenneth Foster and Ronald Boone. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM, Sunday, February 24, 2008, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe on Lamy Lane. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

R. B. "Bush" Colvin
DUBACH — R.B. "Bush" Colvin, a retired carpenter, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Colvin Memorial Cemetery, Dubach.

Ruth Vernell Lewter, 77
JONESBORO — Ruth Vernell Lewter, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at McDonald Baptist Church. Burial will be in Garden of Memories under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Edna E. Lloyd, 61
Edna E. Lloyd of Monroe, a retired nurse, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Newlight Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Monday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Kathy Magee, 58
BASKIN — Kathy Magee, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Reagan Cemetery.

Odell Nivans, 81
RAYVILLE — Odell Nivans, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Lynn Cemetery, Archibald.

Lena Mae Pepper, 94
JONESBORO — Lena Mae Pepper died Friday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Monday at Garden of Memories Cemetery, Jonesboro. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Vera Smith Toney, 77
FERRIDAY — Vera Aline Smith Toney, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Pentecostals of the Miss Lou. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Woodlawn Mausoleum, Ferriday under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Harold E. Watts, 68
COLLINSTON — Harold E. Watts, retired machinist with International Paper Co., died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Central Church of Christ, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Monday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

Previously acknowledged:
Barnett, Silas T.: 11 a.m. Monday, New Hopewell Cemetery, Bernice.
Doles, Thomas: 1 p.m. Monday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.
Douglas, Grover: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Evergreen No. 2 Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Feazel, David "Dave": 2 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Griffin, Christine M.: 1 p.m. Wednesday, H. V. Adams Cemetery, Bastrop.
Morgan, Sammy: 2 p.m. Monday, Springhill Baptist Church, Marion.
Stewart, Hazel Jean: 10 a.m. Monday, Antioch Cumberland Presbyterian Church, Quitman.

February 25, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ALMA GUERRERO Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, Louisiana Funeral services for Alma Guerrero, 88, will be 2:00 PM Tuesday, February 26, 2008 at Living Way Apostolic Church in West Monroe, La. with Rev. Carl Shurte and Rev. Mark Jones officiating. Interment will follow at Welcome Home Cemetery in Grayson, La. under the directions of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Alma was born January 14, 1920 in Saint Luez, Mexico and passed away February 24, 2008 in Monroe, Louisiana. She was preceded in death by her father; Alberto Guerrero, mother; Donaciana Hernendez Guerrero, brothers; Bico, Martin, Johnny and Higinio Guerrero, sister; Mary Martinez. A beloved aunt and second mother to many. She loved reading her bible and teaching others about the word of God. She enjoyed teaching family traditions to her family. Above all she was a prayer warrior who loved attending church and serving God. Truly earth's loss is Heaven's gain. She is survived by her nephews; Pablo Guerrero and wife Donna of Columbia, Leo Guerrero and wife Sandy of Columbia, Noel Guerrero and wife Linda of Columbia, Danny Guerrero and wife Janice of Columbia, Johnny Guerrero, nieces Olga McClanahan and husband Roger of Columbia, Rosemary Guerrero of Round Rock, Texas, Gloria Guerrero of Columbia, Maria Guerrero of Columbia, Sara Duncan and husband Woody of West Monroe. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Roger McClanahan Jr., David Guerrero, Kendall Guerrero, Jonathan Gregory, Mark Guerrero, Matthew Guerrero, Roger McClahanan Sr., Woody Duncan. Honorary pallbearers will be Raul Guerrero, Martin Guerrero, Ernest Guerrero, Art Guerrero, Albert Guerrero, Israel Guerrero, Eligio Leija. Visitation will be 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Monday, February 25, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA and 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, Tuesday, February 26, 2008 at Living Way Apostolic Church in West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

MR. HOLLIS LAMOIN SPILLERS Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral services for Mr. Hollis Lamoin Spillers, age 86, of Choudrant, LA will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, February 26, 2008, in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston, LA. Rev. Raymond Crowfoot will be officiating with burial to follow in the Beulah Cemetery in Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston, LA. Mr. Spillers was born on December 25, 1921 in Calhoun, LA and went home to be with his Lord on February 23, 2008 in West Monroe, LA. Mr. Spillers was a long-standing member of the Choudrant United Methodist Church where he faithfully served his Lord and Savior as a layman and chairman of the board. He loved his country and willingly served during WW II in the South Pacific for 26 months as a member of 202 ND AAA (AW) Batallion. Mr. Spillers was a wonderful and loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and a friend to everyone he came in contact with. He retired from Manville with over 30 years of service. Mr. Spillers had a love for the outdoors as well as the preservation of the outdoors. He was preceded in death by 5 brothers and sisters and a grandson, Eric Britt. Survivors include: his wife of 66 years, Willie Etha Spillers of Choudrant, LA; 3 children: William L. Spillers and wife, Nell of West Monroe, LA; Edna Green and husband, Irving of Shreveport, LA; Kathy Britt and husband, Don of West Monroe, LA; 8 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; 4 siblings: Prentice Spillers of Ruston, LA; Ocie R. Spillers of Choudrant, LA; Marvin Spillers of West Monroe, LA; and Dot Pesnell of Choudrant, LA; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other family and friends. Pallbearers will be: Keith Spillers, Rodney Spillers, Rex Green, Rickey Spillers, Kris Spillers, and John Rieger. Honorary pallbearers will be: other grandchildren and great grandchildren. Visitation will be Monday, February 25, 2008 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston, LA. In lieu of flowers, planned memorials may be made to a local children's home, Choudrant United Methodist Church, or to the Beulah Cemetery Fund. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

MR. OSCAR J. PARKER JR Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Graveside services for Mr. Oscar J. Parker JR, age 85, of West Monroe will be held at 3:00 PM, Tuesday, February 26, 2008 at Monroe Memorial Park. Mr. Parker's brother, Dr. Robert Parker will be officiating, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Mr. Parker was born April 5, 1922 in Sherman, TX, and died February 23, 2008 in West Monroe. O.J. grew up in Sterlington, LA, and was educated in Ouachita Parish and attended Louisiana Tech University before serving in the U.S. Air Force during World War II. After leaving the service he worked for Louisiana Power and Light until 1984. Mr. Parker is survived by his wife of 65 years, Margaret Moore Parker; brother, Dr. Robert Earl Parker and wife Ruthie Wilkinson Parker; nephew, Bob Parker and wife Anna Robinson Parker; nieces, Becky Parker Seal and husband Bing Seal and Patti Williams; three special friends, Travis Jones, Gloria Whitman and Billie Green. The family will receive guests at Kilpatrick Funeral HomeWest Monroe from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Monday, February 25, 2008. Online condolences may be sent to www. kilpatrickfuneralhomes. com

ODELL NIVANS Brown-Holley Funeral Home ,Rayville, LA Funeral services for Odell Nivans, 81, of Rayville, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Monday, February 25, 2008 at the Brown-Holley Funeral Chapel in Rayville with Rev. Joe Senn officiating. Interment will follow in Lynn Cemetery, Archibald, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home. Odell Nivans was born on May 15, 1926 and passed away on Saturday, February 23, 2008. Mrs. Nivans was a member of Eastside Baptist Church in Rayville. She was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert Nivans. Survivors include her 2 daughters, Shirley Nivans Kennedy and husband, Bill of Rayville and Brenda Nivans Senn and husband, Joe of Rayville; sister, Thelma Patten of Monroe; 4 grandchildren, Carla Hatch Leon and husband, Pedro of Minden, NV, Brad Senn and wife, Claire of Bastrop, Mica Holubec and husband, Kenny of College Station, TX, and Sara Senn of Rayville; 4 great grandchildren, Mattie Senn, Crosby Senn, Brady Senn, and Rylee Jo Holubec . To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneral homes.com

RILEY E. HOPKINS Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Riley E. Hopkins, 80, will be held at 1:00 PM Tuesday, February 26, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Harry Lilly officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Hopkins was born on August 6, 1927 in Rayville, LA and passed away on February 23, 2008 in Monroe, LA. He was retired from the U.S. Postal Service after thirty-seven years in management. He was a veteran of WWII and Korea War. He was preceded in death by his parents, Riley Hopkins, Sr. and Ada Hopkins Turnage; and stepfather, J.P. Turnage. Mr. Hopkins was an avid fisherman and outdoorsman. He enjoyed his camp at Lake Claiborne for many years. Some of his best times were spent with his five great grandchildren. Survivors include wife of sixty years, Gloria J. Hopkins; one daughter, Sheryl Bell and husband Steven; two grandchildren, Jennifer Hill and husband Greg and Todd Bell and wife Katrina; five great grandchildren, Bailey and Abbigail Hill, Taylor, Brooke, and Shyan Bell; one sister, Louise Carr of Pensacola, FL; three nephews, John S. Carr and wife Robin , Donald C. Carr and wife Barbara, and Richard T. Carr; one niece, Ruth Wessel and husband Jack of Pensacola, FL; and his faithful retriever, "Sonny". Pallbearers will be Guy D. Bell, Floyd Peters, Floyd Lightsey, Benny Rollins, Chris Smith and Jimmy Hickey. Visitation will be Monday, February 25, 2008 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road. The family would like to thank the staff on the second floor of St. Francis North Hospital and special thanks to Dr. Thomas Williams for their loving care. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Lesbia S. Ainsworth, 92
OAK GROVE — Lesbia S. Ainsworth, a homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at New Forest Cemetery, Forest. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Bertha Bratton, 98
COLUMBIA — Bertha Bratton, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home.

Kathy Magee, 58
BASKIN — Kathy Magee, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Gill Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Reagan Cemetery. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service.

Charlie Perkins, 55
Charlie Perkins, of Monroe, a cook, died Feb. 14. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. today at Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Barnett, Silas T.: 11 a.m. today, New Hopewell Cemetery, Bernice.
Colvin, R.B. "Bush": 2 p.m. Tuesday, Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.
Doles, Thomas: 1 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.
Douglas, Grover: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Evergreen No. 2 Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Griffin, Christine M.: 1 p.m. Wednesday, H. V. Adams Cemetery, Bastrop.
Lloyd, Edna E.: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Newlight Baptist Church, Monroe.
Magee, Kathy: 2 p.m. today, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Morgan, Sammy: 2 p.m. today, Springhill Baptist Church, Marion.
Nivans, Odell: 10 a.m. today, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.
Pepper, Lena Mae: 10 a.m. today, Garden of Memories Cemetery, Jonesboro.
Stewart, Hazel Jean: 10 a.m. today, Antioch Cumberland Presbyterian Church, Quitman.
Toney, Vera Aline Smith: 11 a.m. today, Pentecostals of the Miss Lou, Ferriday.
Watts, Harold E.: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Central Church of Christ, Bastrop

February 26, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ANNETTE H. DUNGAN Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Annette H. Dungan, 60, of Monroe, will be held at 1:00 PM Thursday, February 28, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Mr. Mack Owen officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum. Mrs. Dungan, a Century-21 Shackelford-French Broker Associate, passed away Monday, February 25, 2008, at St. Francis North Hospital. She was a member of Whites Ferry Road Church of Christ and president of the Notary Club. Survivors include her husband, John Dungan; daughter, Laura Richie and husband Mark; grandchildren, Mark Anthony, Eric, Laura Kay, and Alex Richie; and sisters, Janis Miller and Fredia Gail Knight. Pallbearers will be Bill Durham, Roger Elkin, Eddie Harper, Royce Ogle, Bill Hester, and Herb Jones. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MARJORIE RANDOLPH MURCHISON STEPHAN MONROE, LA A Memorial Service for Marjorie Randolph Murchison Stephan of Monroe will be held at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, February 26, 2008 at Covenant Presbyterian Church, 1901 Milton Street in Monroe, with Rev. Bruce M. Rux officiating. The family will receive friends in the church parlor from 1:00 PM until service time. Marj was born in Cheneyville, LA on January 7, 1925, and passed away on February 23, 2008, following a brief illness. Having grown up in Alexandria and Pineville, she was a graduate of LA Tech University, and worked in the Ouachita Parish Library System for many years. Marj is survived by her husband, Edward Matthew Stephan, Jr. of Monroe; two daughters, Savannah Stephan of Lafayette, LA and Ann Stephan Davis and her husband Dale of Bristol, VA; sisters Louise Murchison Sneed and K. Murchison Duplechain; grand daughters Emily and Kathleen Witkovski, Hillary Stephan Fontenot and Sarah Stephan, Katherine and Abigail Davis; and a large extended family. She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, and her son, Edward Matthew Stephan, III. The family wishes to extend their profound gratitude to Dr. Blaine Borders and the professionals at St. Francis Regional Medical Center Cardiovascular Recovery Unit, and requests that any planned memorials be made to Covenant Presbyterian Church, or the charity of the donor's choice.

MR. DAVID K. MARTIN Turrentine-Jackson-Morrow Funeral Home McKinney, Texas Mr. David K. Martin, age 64, a retired Sears executive of 42 years and a member of the Potter's House Church, passed away in his home on February 23, 2008, surrounded by family and friends. A loving husband, devoted father and loyal friend, David's ability to lead and mentor leaves larger than life footprints. He is preceded in death by his parents, Cleo and Virginia Martin. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Cheryl; four children, Lori Martin, Jill Carter and her husband, Jack, Yolanda Gordon and her husband, Warren and Jerone Gray and his wife, Sandra; two brothers, Fred Martin and his wife, Debbie, Ronald Martin and his wife, Beverly; and one sister, Charlotte Parker and her husband, Neal; eight grandchildren, Joshua and Jared Ramsey, Brooke Funk, Tenea and Matthew Gordon, Antoinette, Jerika and Jeroné Gray; a host of nieces and nephews; and two devoted friends, Jack DeSimone and David Hall. Funeral services will be held 10:00 AM., Wednesday, February 27, 2008, in the Turrentine-Jackson-Morrow Chapel with the Reverend James Thornton officiating. Interment will follow at Ridgeview Memorial Park. The family will receive friends for a visitation beginning at 6:00 PM, Tuesday at the Turrentine-Jackson-Morrow Funeral Home. To convey condolences or to sign an online registry, please visit www.tjmfuneral.com . In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to the American Cancer Society or Odyssey Home Healthcare, 5440 Harvest Hill Road, Suite 200 – Toll Hill East, Dallas, Texas 75230.

WENONAH SUE POLLARD Cox Funeral Home Delhi, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Wenonah Sue Pollard, 96, of Delhi will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, February 27, 2008 at Cox Funeral Chapel in Delhi with Dr. Marcus Murphy officiating. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe under the direction of Cox Funeral Home. Mrs. Pollard died Sunday, February 24, 2008 at her daughters residence in Monroe following a brief illness. Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 7:00 PM Tuesday at Cox Funeral Home in Delhi. Mrs. Pollard was a native of Wewoka, Oklahoma. She was a longtime member of the First Baptist Church of Delhi. She is preceded in death by her parents, Jess Edwin McClanahan and Fannie Copeland McClanahan; her husband, William Earl Pollard and a daughter, Sue Pollard Timmons. Mrs. Pollard is survived by one daughter, Kay Pollard Ellis and her husband Albert of Monroe; six grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Drew Timmons, Bill Ellis, Joe Ellis, Don Ostrander, Ryan Ostrander, Joeseph Ellis, Steven Ellis and Cole Chisnell. Honorary pallbearers will be Gage Edwin Ellis and Brandon Orso. To leave a message of condolence to the family please visit our website at www.coxfuneral.com

George Allen Albright, 58
BASTROP — George "Butch" Allen Albright, a welder, died Sunday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 1 p.m. until time of service at the funeral home.

Joe Armstrong Jr., 66
BASTROP — Joe Armstrong Jr., retired from Ford Motor Company, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Alma Ball, 80
JONESVILLE — Alma Ball died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

Bertha M. R. Bratton, 98
COLUMBIA — Bertha M. Rolen Bratton, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Old Bethel Cemetery, west of Clarks.

Clifton Glen Bryant, 76
BASTROP — Clifton Glen Bryant, a cabinetmaker, died Sunday. Services are 3 p.m. today at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

Darnell Colquitt, 37
RAYVILLE — Darnell Colquitt died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Bethena Crockett, 85
EPPS — Bethena Crockett, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Martha Daniels, 92
WATERPROOF — Martha Daniels, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Melvin Davis, 57
Melvin Davis of Monroe, a janitor, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery.

Maudine F. Dodson, 74
JONESBORO — Maudine Ferguson Dodson, a retail clerk died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 3-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery, Goldonna.

Douglas Wayne Duck, 60
HODGE — Douglas Wayne Duck, a truck driver, died Friday. Graveside services are noon Wednesday at Beech Springs Cemetery, Quitman. Visitation is 10 a.m.-noon Wednesday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Rose Mary Price Ford, 85
MADISON, Miss. — Rose Mary Price Ford, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Sandy Lake Pentecostal Church in Jonesville, La. Visitation is 4-7 p.m. today with a celebration of life service at 7:30 p.m. today at Parkway Pentecostal Church, Madison, Miss. Visitation is also from 5-9 p.m. Wednesday at Sandy Lake Pentecostal Church. Burial will be in Heard's Cemetery, Manifest, under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Zola Gibson, 79
WINNSBORO — Zola Gibson, a retired custodian, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Gerald B. Grant, 74
JONESVILLE — Gerald B. Grant died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

Alma Guerrero, 88
COLUMBIA — Alma Guerrero, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Living Way Apostolic Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 11 a.m.-2 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Welcome Home Cemetery, Grayson, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Kelly Dennis Harris, 52
CHOUDRANT — Kelly Dennis Harris, Haskel's Donut Shop manager, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Riley E. Hopkins, 80
Riley E. Hopkins of Monroe, a retired U.S. postmaster, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Lauren Ann Johnson, 22
TALLULAH — Lauren Ann Johnson, a teacher, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Edna E. Lloyd, 61
Edna E. Lloyd of Monroe, a nurse, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Newlight Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Monroe, under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Chap F. Lockhart, 76
DOWNSVILLE — Chap F. Lockhart, a building contractor, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Ellen Martin, 82
TALLULAH — Ellen Martin, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Bo Mullins, 55
ALEXANDRIA — Bo Mullins, a retired oil field worker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Ogden Cemetery, Liddieville.

Oscar J. Parker Jr., 85
Oscar J. Parker Jr. of West Monroe, a retired Louisiana Power and Light meter technician, died Saturday. Graveside services are 3 p.m. today at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Wenonah Sue Pollard, 96
DELHI — Wenonah Sue Pollard, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Soloan Rogers, 97
BASTROP — Soloan Rogers, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Tommie Temple, 56
WINNSBORO — Tommie Temple, a construction worker, died Monday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Harris Cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Ainsworth, Lesbia S.: 2 p.m. today, New Forest Cemetery, Forest.
Colvin, R.B. "Bush": 2 p.m. today, Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.
Douglas, Grover: 2 p.m. today, Evergreen No. 2 Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Griffin, Christine M.: 1 p.m. Wednesday, H. V. Adams Cemetery, Bastrop.
Watts, Harold E.: 2 p.m. today, Central Church of Christ, Bastro.

February 27, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ELIZABETH C. WHITLEY Whitley's Funeral Home Kannapolis, NC Elizabeth C. Whitley, 46, passed away Thursday, February 21, 2008. She devoted her life to numerous humanitarian causes and advocated animal rights by establishing Safe For Life, a non-profit dedicated to rescuing abused and abandoned animals. She is survived by her husband, Dr. John M. Whitley of Oak Ridge, TN; father and mother-in-law, William L. Sr. and Johnette Whitley; son, Ashton Finley; daughter and son-in-law, Alyson and Jay Hodgkin; granddaughter, Ava Annalise Hodgkin; sister, Cynthia Glatt of Brookline, NH; sister-in-law, Jane Whitley Antinucci of Kannapolis, NC; two brothers-in-laws and spouses, William L. Jr. and Karan Whitley, David and Hope Whitley; 15 nieces and nephews. Services are scheduled for 3:00 PM Saturday, March 1, 2008, at the William L. Whitley, Sr. Annex Chapel of Whitley's Funeral Home. Rev. Judith White of Trinity United Methodist Church will officiate. The family will receive friends at the funeral home prior to the service from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Online condolences may be left at www.whitleysfuneral home.com

KELLY DENNIS HARRIS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Kelly Dennis Harris , 52, will be 2:00 PM Thursday, February 28, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel of West Monroe, LA with Rev. Tom Lowe officiating. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe, LA under the directions of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Kelly was born December 5, 1955 in Odessa, Texas and passed away February 25, 2008 in Bastrop, LA. He is survived by his wife; Jean, daughter; Denise Christensen, three stepdaughters and three stepsons, Sisters & brothers; Johnnie Webb and husband Jack Webb, Carolyn Johnson, Nell Wade, Haskell Harris and wife Norma Jean, Vickie Carter, Jackie Hill, Rickey Harris and wife Janie, Mitchell Harris and wife Debra. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews and grandchildren. Visitation will be 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Wednesday, February 27, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

MARY MAXINE HILL WIGGINS Brown-Holley Funeral Home ,Rayville, LA Maxine Wiggins, 75, was born in Richland parish on Hill Rd. on June 16, 1932, and passed from this life on Tuesday, February 26, 2008. She was preceded in death by her father Grover Cleveland Hill, and her mother Mamie Alma LaGrone Hill. Also preceding her were her sisters; Lona McDonald, Annie Bell Jones, brothers; Grover Cleveland Hill, Jr., and James Hill. Mrs. Wiggins is survived by her children; daughter Mary Ann Colvin (Tommy) of Rayville, sons; Huey L. Wiggins, Jr. (Sylvia) of Delhi, Billy Bob Wiggins (Misty) of Monroe, Roy Wiggins (Trudy) of Mangham, and Rev. Joe Wiggins (Lauren) of Eagleville, TN. Mrs. Wiggins is also survived by sisters; Bernice Boydston of Natchitoches, LA, Mozelle Bingston of Salina, KS, and Geraldine Hill of Rayville. She is also survived by brothers; Eugene Hill of Archibald, Billy Hill, and Dock Hill both of Mangham, Tom Hill, and Grant Hill both of Rayville; 14 grandchildren, and 11 great grandchildren. In her mid-life, Mrs. Wiggins received her degree and worked as a registered nurse at Richardson Medical Center in Rayville where she retired. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, February 28, 2008 at the Archibald First Baptist Church with Rev. John Cleveland, Rev. Jimmy Goodman, and Rev. Joe Wiggins officiating. Interment will follow in Little Creek Cemetery, Archibald under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home in Rayville. Pallbearers will be Ronnie Hill, Charles McDonald, Sidney Ray Hill, Brian Hill, Tom Hill, Jr., and David Boydston. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM, Wednesday, February 27, 2008 at the Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneral homes.com.

MR. CHAP FRANK LOCKHART Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Chap Frank Lockhart, 76, of Downsville, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, February 28, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Rev. Jim Ragsdale will be officiating. Entombment will follow in the Mausoleum at Monroe Memorial Park Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mr. Lockhart was born April 14, 1931 in Rocky Gap, Virginia and passed away February 25, 2008 in Downsville, LA. Mr. Lockhart was a self-employed contractor. He served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War. He was preceded in death by his parents, James P. Lockhart and Mary Jane Lockhart. Mr. Lockhart is survived by his wife, Kathryn Sue Lockhart; son, Michael Lockhart and wife Clementine; daughter, Melanie Loe; grandsons, Damon Martin and wife Lisa, Blayne Spilker and Grayson Powell; granddaughter, Lyndsey Pool and husband Danny; brothers, Ira Lockhart and wife Lola, Bobby Lockhart and wife Billie, George Thomas and wife Jo, Jack Dowell and wife Louise; sisters; Lottie Dillow, Jean Neal and husband Thomas, Dixie Lockhart, Nellie Lockhart; sister-in-law, Gennette Smith; numerous nieces and nephews and 4 great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Damon Martin, Danny Pool, Timmy Thomas, Byron Thomas, George Thomas, and Peyton Dowell. Honorary pallbearers will be Geoffrey Russell and Browning Dowell. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

RICHARD D. JACKSON MONROE, LA 10/24/58 - 2/21-08 " A Celebration in Memory of" The life of Richard D. Jackson" Ricky left his earthly life on February 21, 2008 at his sisters home after a lengthy illness. He was proceeded in his eternal life by grandparents Frank and Bell Jeter, father Richard D. Jackson, mother Lovie I. Rowe, step-father Jesse Rowe and many other family members. Survivors are two loving daughters Cristy Woods and fiance' Gary Armstrong, Katina Ratcliff and husband Justin; mother of his children and eternal friend Twana Rials, 6 grandchildren, Kayla, Alexis, Breanna, Tristan, Brooke and Mark; two brothers Dennis Jackson and wife Clara, Robert ( Bobby) Jackson and wife Becky; four sisters Linda Dicks and husband Tommy, Brenda Terry and husband Pete, Debra Joyner and husband Mike, and Reba Lynn and husband Robert (Bob), and many nieces and nephews along with a host of special friends. Ricky was an avid hunter, fisherman, and lover of life. He made a lasting impression on all the lives he crossed. He will be remembered as one who loved the outdoors, gatherings of family and friends and his work. Ricky was a "jack of all trades" and master of carpentry. He will be missed by many yet never forgotten. He left this world a testimony of Gods grace. His last wishes were that he see everyone again. Ricky left knowing God had him a better place prepared and he is saving all of you a place also. Ricky donated his body to Science for research. Therefore a closing ceremony will be listed at a later date. Rickys memorial celebration will be on March 1 , 2008 at Kiroli Park. Services will be from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM with reception following from 4:00 PM to 8:00PM. No flowers please. All donations to be made to the Cancer Foundation of choice.

Roosevelt Anderson, 62
Roosevelt Anderson of Monroe, a General Motors employee, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of McFarland Funeral Home, Monroe.

Alma Smith Ball, 80
JONESVILLE — Alma Herrington Smith Ball, a housewife, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Good Road Pentecostal Church, Jonesville. Visitation is 5-10 p.m. today at Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville. Burial will be in Heard Cemetery, Manifest.

Mary Bingham, 86
WISNER — Mary Bingham, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the Richardson & Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Leroy Butler, 76
COLUMBIA — Leroy Butler, a security guard and farmer, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Annette Dungan, 60
Annette H. Dungan of Monroe, a Realtor, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe.

Willie O. Dunn, 77
Willie O. Dunn of Monroe, a carpenter, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is noon-5 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in J.S. Clark Cemetery.

Altha E. Floyd, 70
JACKSON, Miss. — Altha E. Floyd, Delta Bank retiree, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Zola Gibson, 79
Zola Gibson of Monroe, a retired custodian, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Matthews Church of Christ Holiness, Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Gerald B. Grant, 74
JONESVILLE — Gerald B. Grant, a heavy equipment operator and Korean War U.S. Marine Corps veteran, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Sandy Lake Pentecostal Church, Jonesville. Burial will be in Heard Cemetery, Manifest, under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

Philip Ragland, 63
Philip "Snake" Ragland, retired U.S. Postal Service employee, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Wake services are 7 p.m. Friday at the Cork Room of the Chateau Restaurant. Visitation is 4-7 p.m. Saturday and noon until service time Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Lula Mae Lain Ross, 86
WINNSBORO — Lula Mae Lain Ross, a retired certified nursing assistant, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Church of Christ, Gilbert. Visitation is noon Friday with wake services 6-7 p.m. Friday at Richardson & Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Sims-Gethsemane Memorial Garden Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Lois Junetta Tyler, 77
Lois Junetta Tyler of Monroe, a retired Little Rock public school teacher, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Lea Joyner Memorial Methodist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

LouEtta Walker, 97
DELHI — LouEtta Walker, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Nanette Cappo Wise, 43
Nanette Cappo Wise of Calhoun, a security guard, died Tuesday. Private memorial services will be held at a later date under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Albright, George Allen: 2 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Bratton, Bertha: 1 p.m. today, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.
Davis, Melvin: 1 p.m. today, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.
Dodson, Maudine F.: 10 a.m. today, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Ford, Rose Mary Price: 11 a.m. Thursday, Parkway Pentecostal Church, Madison, Miss.
Griffin, Christine M.: 1 p.m. today, H.V. Adams Cemetery, Bastrop.
Harris, Kelly Dennis: 2 p.m. Thursday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Mullins, Bo: 2 p.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Pollard, Wenonah Sue: 10 a.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.
Temple, Tommie: 2 p.m. Thursday, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro

February 28, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

AUDREY KNIGHTEN THOMPSON Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Audrey Knighten Thompson, age 78 of Columbia will be held at 10:00 AM, Friday, February 29, 2008 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Eddie Riley officiating. Interment will follow in the Knighten-Furlow Cemetery west of Columbia. Mrs. Thompson was born on July 19, 1929 in Clarks to the union of Samuel and Addie Knighten and died Wednesday, February 27, 2008 at the St. Francis Medical Center in Monroe. She was a homemaker and a member of the Banks Springs Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents and her son: Carl Thompson. Survivors include her son: Randy Thompson of Grayson, her daughters: Faye Hohm and her husband: Erich of Apopka, FL, Carletta Sigers of Grayson, Brenda Strange and her husband: Andrew, Sr of Columbia, her brothers: Leo Grayson of West Monroe and James Knighten of Braxton, MS, eight grandchildren and a host of great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Erich Michael Hohm, Andrew Strange, Jr., Andrew Strange, Sr., Bobbie Feltner, Bradley Barnes, Scott Knighten and Bryan Soto and Jason George. Visitation will be Thursday from 4:00 PM until 9:00 PM. at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 Hwy 165, Columbia.

BOBBY JOE HARRELL Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, Louisiana Funeral Services for Bobby Joe Harrell, 69, of West Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Friday, February 29, 2008, at the Jackson Street Church of Christ with Bro. Don DeLukie officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Mr. Harrell passed away after a sudden heart attack, Tuesday, February 26, 2008 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. He was the self-employed owner of Ouachita Valley Farm Supply for 32 years. He also served as an elder for 23 years at Jackson Street Church of Christ. Mr. Harrell served in the United States Army at Ft. Sill near Lawton, OK. Mr. Harrell was an avid fisherman. He was preceded in death by his father, Earl Joseph Harrell, and his father and mother-in-law, David and Valeria McAnally. Survivors include his wife of 49 years, Charlotte J. Harrell, daughter, Lisa Salter and husband Chris of Baton Rouge, LA, son, Robert Harrell and wife Kelly of Cabot, AR., mother, Margaret Harrell of Camden, AR; his grandchildren who he loved so much, Kelsey Harrell, Reed Harrell, Cameron Salter, and Larkin Salter; brother, Bill Harrell and wife Marsha of Bentonville, AR, sister, Angie Robertson and husband Charlie of Katy, TX and numerous nephews, cousins and a host of loving friends. Pallbearers will be Jim Fuller, Terry Ware, Ricky Hudnall, Frank Ellis, Shannon Bennett, Shane Ware, and Honorary Pallbearers will be Phil Riley and Billy Tomlinson. Visitation will be Thursday, February 28, 2008, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to Jackson Street Mexico Mission Fund or to the charity of your choice. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

ELEANORE LIVIGNI Shreveport, LA A memorial mass honoring the life of Florence Eleanore Livigni, age 75, will be held Friday, February 29, 2008 at 11:00 AM at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 315 Marshall St. in Shreveport, LA. Officiating will be Monsignor Earl Provenza. Florence Eleanore (Dee) Livigni passed away peacefully February 26,2008 at the home of her son, Bill Livigni after a courageous battle with cancer. Dee was born November 1, 1932 in Barberton, Ohio to John and Margaret Skarl. In 1955 she married the love of her life, Charles Phillip Livigni. During this marriage she was able to travel the world with her husband during their Air Force career. She often said that the happiest times of her life was raising her children and being a strong supporter of their education. She considered education a lifelong journey. Dee was the supervisor of several cottages at Northwest Louisiana State School from 1978 to 1988 and was proud to be associated with this organization. She was preceded in death by her parents, an infant brother, John and her husband, Charles. She is survived by sister Margie Brindle and husband Chris of Barberton, OH and Leonard Skarl and wife Joan of Kanoga Falls, OH, her four children, William James (Bill) Livigni of Shreveport, LA, James Joseph (Jim) Livigni and wife Lisa of Monroe, LA., Vicki Livigni Duet of Bossier City, LA and Cindy Livigni Hampton of Shreveport, La. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Rachel, Paul, Matthew, Michelle and Andrew Duet of Shreveport, LA, Jennifer Hampton Harper and husband Todd of Marksville, LA, Phillip Ray and Grant James Livigni of Shreveport and Marie Rose and Audrey Eleanore Livigni of Monroe, LA. The family would like to thank all employees of Schumpert Hospice and especially her kind and compassionate nurse, Chris King, for without the sincere love and devotion the end to this long journey would have been much less bearable. The family would also like to thank Sharon Womack, who became a loyal and intimate friend not only to Florence but to her entire family. The family requests that memorials be made to Father Flannigan Boys and Girls Town, or charity of donor's choice.

ELMER L. KILCREASE Golden Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Funeral services for Mr. Elmer L. Kilcrease, 75, of Monroe, LA are scheduled for 10 a.m. Friday, February 29, 2008 at the Chapel of Golden Funeral Home with Rev. Mike Kellett officiating. Interment will follow in Beekman Cemetery.Visitation will be held Thursday, February 28, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 8 p.m. at Golden Funeral Home. Mr. Kilcrease, a retiree of Georgia Pacific Paper Mill in Crossett, AR and a veteran of the Korean War, passed away Tuesday, February 26, 2008 at St. Francis Specialty Hospital in Monroe, LA. Elmer was born in Morehouse Parish and resided there until five years ago when he went to live with his sister, Barbara Chesney in Monroe, LA. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill Kilcrease and Bertie Johnson Kilcrease; brother, Ernest Kilcrease and a sister, Willie V. Mullins. Elmer leaves behind to cherish his memories four sisters, Helen Sumrall of Vancleave, MS, Geraldine Crenshaw of Mer Rouge, LA, Barbara Chesney of Monroe, LA, Betty Hughes of St. Amant, LA; numerous nephews, nieces, great nephews, great nieces, great great nephews , great great nieces and one very special brother-in-law, Leon Hughes of Beekman, LA. Serving as pallbearers will be his nephews. The family would like to take this opportunity to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at the St. Francis Specialty Hospital and the nurses of the Cardiac Care Unit.

JEWEL BAUM NUGENT Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Jewel Kathlene Baum Nugent, age 73 of Grayson will be held at 2:00 PM , Friday, February 29, 2008 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home with Rev. Jimmy Goodman and Rev. B. F. Jordan officiating. Interment will follow in the Welcome Home Cemetery in Grayson. Mrs. Nugent was born in Pollock, LA on May 8, 1934 to the union of Arthur William and Vergie Florence Leckie Baum and died Wednesday, February 27, 2008 at her residence after and extended illness with cancer. She was a homemaker and was preceded in death by her parents, her granddaughter: Stacey Nugent Riales and her brothers: Clyde Baum and Claudis Baum. Survivors include her husband: Buddy Nugent of Grayson, her sons: Calvin Ray Nugent and his wife: Kathy, Terry Allen Nugent and Dennis Wayne Nugent all of Grayson, her daughters and sons-in-law: Patsy Darlene and Ricky Hart of Columbia, Cindy Kathlene and Dion Nash of Jones, Vickie Marlene and Butch Darden of Grayson, her grandchildren: Stephanie Knight, Kimberly Allbritton, Shane Nugent, Casey Nugent, Joey Nugent, Kristie Nugent, Melissa Harvey, Branden Nugent, Miranda Holley, Daniel Hart, Donna Darden, Dawn Chapman, Dolph Darden, Cody Nash and Dustin Nash, sixteen great-grandchildren and her special friends: Mary Fuller and Delores May. Pallbearers will be her sons and her sons-in-law. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 Hwy 165, Columbia, LA.

LOUETTA WALKER Cox Funeral Home Delhi, LA Funeral services for Mrs. LouEtta Walker, 97, of Ida, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday, February 28, 2008 at Cox Funeral Chapel in Delhi with Rev. Clyde Piercy and Rev. W. H. "Buck" Curry Jr. officiating. Burial will be in the Crowville Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Delhi. Visitation will be at Cox Funeral Home until time of service. Mrs. Walker was a longtime resident of the Dunn community until she was 95 years old when her health declined and she then lived with her daughter in Minden, LA for two and a half years and she spent the last few months in Ida with another daughter where she passed on Tuesday, February 26, 2008. She is preceded in death by her husband, Frank Charles Walker; her parents, Ucreightous Antley and Cynthia Katherine Butler Antley; a son, Alton "Red" Walker; a son-in-law, Fred Smith; a daughter, Geniece Walker; a grandson, Clifford Hays; two brothers, William and Archie Antley; and three sisters, Rosa Martin, Evie Upton and Annie Lee Smith. She is survived by two sons, Wilford Walker and wife Helen of Delhi, LA and Travis Walker and wife Rogenia of Crowville, LA; five daughters, Floriece Smith of Fort Necessity, LA, Maxine Hays and husband Charles of Ida, LA, Patsy Evans and husband Wayne of Delhi, LA, Linda Caldwell and husband, Roger of Arcadia, LA and Kay Hamm and husband J. E. of Minden, LA; a daughter-in-law, Johnnie Walker of Winnsboro, LA ; a sister, Lois McGuire of Longview, TX; twenty three grandchildren, forty four great grandchildren and twenty two great great grandchildren. Her grandsons will serve as pallbearers. To leave a message of condolence to the family please visit our website at www.coxfuneral.com.

MRS. MARIE LORD Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Services for Mrs. Marie Lord, 67, of Rayville, LA will be 10 AM Friday at the First Assembly of God Church Rayville, LA with Rev. Jason Murphy, Rev. Roger Johnson and Rev. Robert Stroud officiating. Internment will follow in Greer Cemetery - Rayville, LA, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville. Mrs. Marie was a loving mother and grandmother as well as a great cook no matter what you wanted she would fix it. She was preceded in death by her father Emmett Greer, Sr. and a son Alan Royce Lord. She is survived by her mother LaVerne Greer of Rayville, LA, the father of her children, Royce Lord of Rayville, LA; daughters Connie Espinoza and her husband Guadalupe of San Antonio, TX, Deborah Payeur of Charlotte, N.C. And Susanne Odom and her husband Tim of Holly Ridge, LA; sons, David Lord and his wife Shelia of Mangham, LA, John Lord and his wife Mary also of Mangham, LA and James Lord and his wife Kim of Rayville, LA; sisters Laura Netherland of Farmerville, LA, and Liz Coffey of Magnolia, TX, one brother Emmett Greer, Jr. of Archibald, LA; sixteen grandchildren and two great grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Alan Stephenson, John Coates II, Joshua Lord, Justin Carraway, Lee Greer and Darrell Greer. Honorary Pallbearers are Remy Lord and Cole Odom. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Thursday and 9 AM until service time Friday at First Assembly of God Church Rayville. Online registry/condolences at www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

NANETTE CAPPO WISE West Monroe, LA. Memorial services for Mrs. Nanette Cappo Wise, 43 of Calhoun, LA. will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday, February 28, 2008 at Calhoun Assembly of God Church with Rev. Dan. McClure officiating. Mrs. Wise passed away on Tuesday, February 26, 2008 at her residence after a lengthy illness. She is preceded in death by her brothers, Robert Cappo and Joel Rachell. She is survived by her husband, Glenn Allen Blaine Wise, children, Samantha Randall, Thomas E. Holmes, Jr., Lisa Ramsey, James Wise, grandchildren, Jacie Randall, Jennifer Randall, Skylar Holmes, Haley Moffett, John Ramsey, her mother, Billie Rachell and husband Lee, father, Tony Cappo and wife Sarah, brothers, Anthony Cappo, Timmy Cappo, Carson Cappo, and Lynn Rachell, sisters, Callie Cappo, Evelyn Rachell, and Dawn Wiltberger, special brother in law Darryl Wise and wife Karyn, sister in law, Dusta Holmes. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until time of service. The Family would like to extend a special thanks to Hospice Care of Louisiana to Mrs. Wise's nurses, Nikki Cowan and Lauren McGuffie and Rev. Dan. McClure.

PHILIP "SNAKE" RAGLAND Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA PROVERBS 17 & 18 A man that has "FRIENDS" must show himself friendly and then there is a friend that stays closer than a Brother. JOHN 15 - 13 Greater love hath no man than this that a man lay down his life for his FRIEND S. "Snake will always be remembered as an avid sportsman and deer hunter. He loved riding motorcycles with his many friends. "Snake" could make an angry man laugh and appreciate life. He worked 30+ years for the U. S. Postal Service and retired in 2007. He enjoyed life to the fullest and spent many hours at his deer camp, telling stories around the campfire, full of laughter and great times, with all of the guys at the camp that he cared for deeply. "Snake" took great pride in working and caring for his yards at home and at his camp. "Snake" also cherished the times that he spent with his dog "Ginger", one of the loves of his life. "Snake" had many special and cherished times not only with his beloved "Ginger" but, with his many many friends. Cherished times at Lake Tahoe at Christmas time and Phoenix with friends and his beloved Linda Mae and family. He touched so many lives as he strolled through this world. He was on his way to becoming one of the greatest joke and storytellers to all of us, who had the pleasure of knowing "Snake" Ragland. He was a man that never skirted around the truth. He always told it the way it was whether you liked it or not, that was just "Snake". He was always there for you through good times and bad. He left this world a self-made man for the world to know. Look in the dictionary and his picture is beside the word FRIEND. To know him was to like and love him. God called "Snake" home to be his special storytelling Angel. All of his family and friends will always remember the "good times". We are all looking forward to being with him again, and sitting with him around that big campfire in Heaven, listening and laughing to our favorite stories of long ago. This old world has had the privilege of knowing the one and only Philip "Snake" Ragland. "Snake" left behind his family that he loved so much. His sister, Linda Mae Melton of Cave Creek, AZ; his nieces, Dee Dee Biggs and husband Larry, their daughter and great niece, Isabella of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; Julie Rose McDonald and husband Frank, their sons and great nephews, Evan and Conner of Paradise Valley, AZ; sister, Barbara Sue Bayles of West Monroe, LA; brother, Donnie Gayle Zeigler of New Orleans, LA; and best friend, Larry Lee Cobb of Monroe, LA. In lieu of flowers, please send donations and memorials to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in his name for Children's Cancer Research, Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church, or to the charity of your choice. Thanks to the staff of doctors and nurses on the 5th floor at St. Francis Hospital for all of their kindness, prayers and concerns. Also, thank everyone for their prayers, calls and visits during "Snake's" brief illness. Thanks to all of the guys at the Harley Shop and the Local Hog Chapter. Special thanks for all of the years of friendship from the U. S. Postal workers. Friday, February 29, 2008, beginning at 7:00 in the evening, family and friends are invited to share a night of dinner and remembrance to celebrate the life of "Snake" in the Cork Room of the Chateau Restaurant. Visitation is Saturday, March 1, 2008, from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe and Sunday, March 2, 2008, 12:00 PM until time of service. Services will be at 2:00 PM with Rev. Weldon Bares and Rev. Warren Eckhardt officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Hwy 80 East, Monroe. Pallbearers will be Earl Moon, Ken Cook, Chris Turner, Don Wills, Joey "PH" Johnston, and Art Thigpen. Honorary pallbearers will be Larry Cobb, Benny Moore, Lee Webster, C. J. Johnson, Charles Wisner, Chip Harris, Fred McGaha, G. G. Shin, Terry Lasoyne, Gary Lasoyne, John Broadnax, Jim Mixson, Ricky Streetman, Robert Rochell, Wayne McCarty, John Harper, Micky Dubos, Curtis Harris, Paul Thompson, Charles Bentley, J. R. Walker, Jerry Sapp, Jeff Pruitt, Joe Casiday, Scott Trichell, Scott Certain, Bob Wilsher, Barry Becton, Connie Nichols, Kevin Alexander, Kevin Hopper, Todd Hicks, Johnny Eppinette, Dennis Warner, Jerry Holdiness, Ricky Taylor, Ronnie Dale Griggs, Homer Pritchard, Macky Brister, Joe Smith, Bill Turintine, Jerry Futch, Charlie Ford, Ray Arbour, Tim Cobb, and Jimmy Farmer. "All motorcycles are welcome. 'Please' attend and send my Best Friend off in style." |0000947300-01-1.jpg

ROY WEBB MCINTYRE Cox Funeral Home Delhi, LA Funeral services for Roy W. McIntyre, 89, of Delhi will be held at 1:00 PM, Friday, February 29, 2008 at the Delhi United Methodist Church with Rev. Marion Collier and Rev. Chris Thomas officiating. Burial will be in the Delhi Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Thursday at Cox Funeral Home. Mr. McIntyre was a member of the Delhi United Methodist Church for over 70 years. He was a longtime farmer and rancher and was a member of the Louisiana Cattleman's Assoc. and the Franklin Parish Cattleman's Assoc. He was a member of the Soil Conservation Board of Supervisors, a member of the board of directors for the Northeast LA Power Cooperative for over 40 years and was a 32nd degree Mason having over 50 years of service. He was a former member of the Franklin Parish Police Jury and was a member of the Board of Stewards for the Delhi United Methodist Church. Mr. McIntyre was preceded in death by his parents, L. M. McIntyre and Minnie Kersh McIntyre; a grandson, Chris Winters; two brothers, M. C. and Kersh McIntyre and a sister, Audrey Honeycutt. He is survived by his wife of over 65 years Virginia Pettit McIntyre of Delhi; four children, Ginger Sturdivant and husband David of Delhi, Dottie Winters and husband Carey of West Monroe, Roy Pettit McIntyre and Deborah Herford both of Delhi; ten grandchildren, Ken Sturdivant, Caroline Croad, Scott Winters, Stuart McIntyre, Leigh Bentley, Missy Farrar, Rachael Herford, Michelle Herford, Beth Herford and Lauren Herford, two brothers, Marion McIntyre of Delhi and Rudolph McIntyre Sr. of Winnsboro and eight great grandchildren. Any planned memorials may be made to the National Parkinsons Disease Foundation, 1359 Broadway, Ste 1509, New York, NY 10018. To leave a message of condolence to the family please visit our website at www.coxfuneral.com

THOMAS EARL MCILWAIN Riser Funeral Home Columbia, La. A memorial service for Thomas Earl McIlwain age 58 of Hebert ,La. will be held at 6:00 PM Thursday February 28, 2008 from the Bethany Baptist Church at Hebert with the Rev. Don Wright officiating. Thomas Earl McIlwain was born on June 17, 1949 at Rayville, La. to the union of his parents the late Malcolm Terrial McIlwain and Mary Ethel Boone McIlwain. He passed from this life on Tuesday February 26, 2008 at the LSU Conway Medical Center in Monroe following a lengthy illness. Survivors include two brothers Jerry Lynn McIlwain, of Leesville and Donald Ray McIlwain of St.Augustine ,FL . Two Sisters Mary Spillers of Monroe and Cathy Roberson of Downsville, La. and a host of nieces and nephews. The family will receive visitors on Thursday from 5:00 PM until time of service at the church. In lieu of flowers any planned memorials should be made to the Bethany Baptist Church, Hebert, LA.

VERA LANGSTON THOMAS Kilpatrick Funeral Farmerville, LA Services for Vera Langston Thomas age 86, of Marion, LA, will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, February 29, 2008, at First Baptist Church in Marion, LA. Bro. Bubba Hoggett will officiate. Interment will follow in Union Cemetery in Marion, LA., under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Mrs. Thomas was born on October 17, 1921 in Cecil, LA and passed away on February 26, 2008 at St. Francis North Hospital in Monroe, LA. She was an avid gardner and cook. She was preceded in death by her husband, C.C. Thomas; parents, Charley G. and Della K. Langston; 4 brothers, Oliver, Edward, Olan and Carlton Langston; 2 sisters, Erma L. Granger and Sallie L. Clark; nephews, Bruce Granger, Gary Langston; niece, Ruth L. Robinson; great nephew, Doug Lee. She is survived by her sister, Maggie Langston of Marion, LA; sisters-in-law, Bertie L. Langston of Pollock, LA, and Juretta Thomas of Huttig AR; 5 nieces, Sharon G. Braxton of Pollock, LA, Bobbye L. White of Alexandria, LA, Carolyn L. Bozarth of Dickinson, TX; Louise L. Guillot of West Monroe, LA, Jeanne L. Arrant of Walker, LA; 5 nephews, Harry Langston of Columbia, MD, Billy Langston of Sterling, VA, Lavelle Langston of Franklin, LA, Dan Yossett of Deltona, FL, R.L. Langston of Pollock, LA, and numerous great nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Louisiana Baptist Children's Home or Marion Baptist Church in Marion, LA. The family would like to express special thanks for the compassionate care of Dr. Kerry Anders and his staff, the 5th floor Medical Care Staff 2nd floor I.C.U. at St. Francis North Hospital, and also special thanks to Synergy Home Health. You were all very special. Pallbearers will be Brian Braxton, Kenny Guillot, Ricky Guillot, Chris Shows, Eddie Thomas, and Stan Thomas. Visitation will be Thursday, February 28, 2008 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

Leroy Butler, 76
COLUMBIA — Leroy Butler, a security guard and farmer, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Union Baptist Church, Bosco. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Darnell Colquitt, 37
RAYVILLE — Darnell Colquitt died Thursday. Services are 11 p.m. today at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville. Burial will be in Royal Blue Cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Martha Daniels, 92
WATERPROOF — Martha Daniels, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are noon Saturday at Springfield Baptist Church, Lomeland. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be at Clayton Garden of Rest Cemetery under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Eli Ellis Jr., 61
WINNSBORO — Eli Ellis Jr., a farmer, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at First Zion Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is noon-8 p.m. with a wake service from 7-8 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Philadelphia Cemetery, Crowville.

Altha E. Floyd, 70
JACKSON, Miss. — Altha E. Floyd, a Delta Bank retiree, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Natchez, Miss.

George R. Goforth, 68
RAYVILLE — George R. Goforth, a welder, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Reagan Cemetery, Baskin.

Martha E. Green, 59
DUBACH — Martha Emily Green, a cashier, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Friday at Fellowship Cemetery, Dubach. Visitation is 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Pete Green, 85
RAYVILLE — Pete Green, a farmer, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Alexandria No. 2 Cemetery, Oak Ridge. Visitation is 5-6:30 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Kelly D. Harris, 52
CHOUDRANT — Kelly Dennis Harris, a donut shop manager, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Mildred Jackson, 90
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Mildred Jackson, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Lake Providence Senior High School Auditorium. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Heavenly Rest Cemetery, Lake Providence.

Chap Frank Lockhart, 76
DOWNSVILLE — Chap Frank Lockhart, a building contractor, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Wilton 'Al' Mayfield, 70
OAKLAND, Calf. — Wilton "Al" Mayfield, a retired security guard, died Feb. 21. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Harmony Baptist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Roy Webb McIntyre, 89
DELHI — Roy Webb McIntyre, a farmer and rancher, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at Delhi United Methodist Church. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Burial will be in Delhi Masonic Cemetery.

Leo Luther McVay, 91
BASTROP — Leo Luther McVay, a retired carpenter, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

Velma Reese, 73
EPPS — Velma Reese, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Epps. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

William C. Richardson, 91
William C. Richardson of Monroe, a teacher, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at New St. James Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Essie Mae Runnells, 92
Essie Mae Runnells of Monroe, a domestic maid, died Tuesday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at University Church of Christ, Monroe. Visitation is 2-8:45 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Bennie Mae Spearman, 83
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Bennie Mae Spearman, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence.

LouEtta Walker, 97
DELHI — LouEtta Walker, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Visitation is until time of services today. Burial will be in Crowville Masonic Cemetery.

Louie Alfred Whitman, 99
HOUSTON — Louie Alfred Whitman, an electrical engineer, died Saturday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Friday at Cook Cemetery, Ruston under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Maxine Wiggins, 75
RAYVILLE — Maxine Wiggins, a registered nurse, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Archibald First Baptist Church. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time today at the church. Burial will be in Little Creek Cemetery, Archibald under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Nanette Cappo Wise, 43
Nanette Cappo Wise of Calhoun, a security guard, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Calhoun Assembly of God Church. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time today at the church under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Luvenia Winzer, 57
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Luvenia Winzer, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Lake Providence Senior High School Auditorium. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Gilliard Cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Ball, Alma Smith: 10 a.m. today, Good Road Pentecostal Church, Jonesville.
Dungan, Annette H.: 1 p.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Dunn, Willie O.: 10 a.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Ford, Rose Mary Price: 11 a.m. today, Parkway Pentecostal Church, Madison, Miss.
Gibson, Zola: 11 a.m. today, St. Matthews Church of Christ Holiness, Monroe.
Harris, Kelly Dennis: 2 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Ragland, Philip "Snake": 2 p.m. Sunday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Ross, Lula Mae Lain: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Church of Christ, Gilbert.
Temple, Tommie: 2 p.m. today, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Tyler, Lois Junetta: 11 a.m. Saturday, Lea Joyner Memorial Methodist Church, Monroe

February 29, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ESTELLE KIERBOW GLASS Mulhearn Funeral Home Winnsboro, Louisiana Funeral services for Estelle Kierbow Glass, 90, of Mangham, LA will be at 10:00 AM Saturday, March 1, 2008 at the Friendship Baptist Church near Baskin, La. with Rev. Prentis Gandy and Rev. David Shirley officating. Burial will be in the Gwin Cemetery in Mangham, LA under the directions of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro, LA. Mrs. Glass was born in Yell County, AR on March 29, 1917 and died in Monroe, La. on Feb. 27, 2008. She was a member of the Friendship Baptist Church near Baskin, La. She was preceded in death by her husband, Pervis Glass, grandson; Bo Mack McMahon and 2 brothers; Jewel and Ernest Kierbow. She is survived by ten children, William Glass of Mangham, Ernestine Glass of Archibald, Jesse Glass and wife, Louginna of Baskin, Betty Royals and husband Kirby of Douglas, GA, Ida Bradshaw and husband, Buddy of Rayville, Jimmy Glass and wife Joyce of Gilliam, LA, Sammy Glass and wife, Juanita of Mangham, Odell Glass of Mangham, John David Glass and wife, Edith of Mangham, and Ruby Glass of Mangham. One sister, Ruby Fraiser of Boynton Beach, FL. Twenty three grandchildren, numerous number of great grandchildren and great, great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Jimmy Davis, Kevin Glass, Chris Glass, James Hines, Richard McMahon, and John Graham. Honorary pallbearers will be Byron Glass, Jayme Lee Graham amd Daniel Glass. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 till 8:00 PM at the funeral home, and from 9:00 till service time Saturday at the church. Online condolences may be made at www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

JOHN. R. HOWARD, SR. Cox Funeral Home Lake Providence, LA A cotton producer and life-long resident of Lake Providence, John R. Howard, Sr. passed away at home February 27, 2008 after a short illness. Born on December 24, 1923, Mr. Howard lived all but three of his 84 years on the family farm, Carrollton Plantation. He attended SLI, now University of Louisiana Lafayette before enlisting in the U.S. Navy where he served on a destroyer class ship in the Pacific during WWII. After the war, he returned to Lake Providence and began a successful farming career that spanned six decades. Mr. Howard was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Lake Providence and served on its board of trustees for many years. He was elected and served 12 years on the East Carroll Parish School Board, six years as its president. He was a founding member of the LA Cotton Producers Association, the local American Legion Post, LA Farmer-Bankers Association, and Joe's Bayou Gin. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Marilyn Jones Howard, three children, five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; daughter Carol Howard Whitaker and husband Bill of Kerrville, TX and their children William Howard and Christina Whitaker of Houston, TX and Ben Tucker and Megan Whitaker of Pensacola, FL; son, John R. Howard, Jr. and his wife, Mary of Baton Rouge, LA and their children William John and Laura Howard of Dallas, TX and Martin Payne Howard of Dallas, TX; son, R. Donald Howard and his wife Connie of Ruston, LA, his late wife, Sherrie, and their daughter, Carrie Howard Uberecken and her husband Mark of Shreveport, LA. Mr. Howard has four great- grandchildren, Clare, Luke and Caroline Uberecken of Shreveport and Kate Howard of Dallas, TX. He is also survived by a brother, Herbert E. Howard and his wife, Hilda of Lake Providence, LA and a sister-in-law, Eloise A. Howard, also of Lake Providence, LA. Pallbearers will be his grandsons, William and Martin Howard, William and Ben Tucker Whitaker, Mark Uberecken, nephews John Robert Howard, and Howard John. Honorary pallbearers are nephews Brian Howard, Billy John, Richard John and E.W. Patrick, Jr., special friends, James Shepherd, William Ragland and EW Patrick. The family would like to acknowledge the faithful care given by long-time friend Mary Scott, and recent care givers Donald Ray Finley, Belle Heard, Naomi Watts and Brenda Robinson along with Patitent's Choice Hospice Care of Tallulah and caring physicians, Dr. William Smith, Ruston, Dr. Donovan Bailey, Lake Providence and Dr. David Osafa, Ruston. Visitation will be held at the First United Methodist Church in Lake Providence on Friday, February 29 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, March 1st at the First United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Lake Providence. Services are under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Lake Providence, LA.

MILDRED MARIA GALLMAN Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA Funeral services for Mildred Maria Gallman, 89, of Rayville, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, March 1, 2008 at the Brown-Holley Funeral Chapel in Rayville with Dr. Ernest Winburn officiating. Interment will follow in the Rayville Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home. Mrs. Mildred Gallman was born on July 17, 1918 and passed away on Wednesday, February 27, 2008. Mrs. Gallman was a member of the Rayville First Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Marion Gallman. Survivors include her daughter, Marilyn Hood and husband, Allen of Bossier City, LA; sons, Michael Gallman and wife, Stephanie of Bunkie, LA, Harold Gallman and wife, Gloria of Rayville, and Jerry Gallman and wife, Janet of Houston, TX; 12 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren; 2 great-great grandchildren and special friends, Dorothy Pope and Mildred Bailey. Pallbearers will be Ben Burgess, Kyle Gallman, Paul Gallman, Fletcher Booth, Mark Lanier, Mike Thornton, Gary Freeland, and Harry Pankey. Honorary pallbearers will be Mose Beach, A.B. Branch, Dr. Paul Grandon, E.E. Lockwood, Richard Rockett, and R.B. Green. Visitation will be 5:00 PM till 7:00 PM Friday, February 29, 2008 at Brown-Holley Funeral Home in Rayville. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneral homes.com

MR. TALMADGE WESLEY GREEN, JR Cox Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Memorial services for Mr. Talmadge Wesley Green, Jr., of Bastrop, will be held 11:00 AM , Saturday, March 1, 2008 at the Chapel of Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop with Reverends Rosemary Stelz and Cal Adams officiating. A time of fellowship and visitation with the family will be held at the funeral home following the memorial services. Mr. Talmadge Wesley Green, Jr. was born November 25, 1922 in Marion, Louisiana and he died Wednesday evening, February 27, 2008 at the Oak Woods Home for the Elderly in Mer Rouge, Louisiana. Mr. Green was preceded in death by his parents Talmadge Wesley Green, Sr. and Boyce Elizabeth Edwards Green. Mr. Green, a longtime Bastrop businessman, was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Bastrop. He was a graduate of the Bastrop High School Class of 1940 and a veteran of World War II having served in the U.S. Navy. He was a member of the Bastrop Optimist Club and the American Legion serving as a past commander of the Scott L. Hood Post. Mr. Green is survived by his wife of 61 years, Ann Green of Bastrop; a daughter, Brenda Bates and husband Gene Bates of Atlanta, Georgia; a son, Randy Green and wife Becky Green of Alexandria, LA; two grandsons, Todd Bates and Bryan Bates and his wife, Yvonne all of Atlanta, GA; two great-grandchildren, Ashley and Katie Bates of Atlanta; a brother, Rex Green of Mer Rouge, Louisiana; uncle, John Greene of Monroe; and two nieces, Sara G. Bonsall of Lake Charles, Louisiana and Dona G. Harris and husband Daniel Harris of Mer Rouge, LA. For those who wish memorials may be made to the Oak Woods Home for the Elderly or a charity of the donor's choice.

Robert Bernard Watson Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Robert Bernard Watson, 65, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, March 1, 2008 at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church with Rev. Sebastian Kallarackal officiating. Interment will be at St. Paschal's Catholic Church Cemetery. Mr. Watson passed away Wednesday, February 27, 2008. He was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. He was the President of Pastoral Council of the Jaycees Our beloved husband and father was a great man of honor, integrity and wisdom. He was loved by so many because of his character, loyalty, and most of all his kindness and love. He honored our country as a Marine in Vietman and was awarded the Purple Heart for his bravery. He has always remained close to his Marine brothers. He married "His Bride', Sherry Falls and cherished her for forty-two years and had such pure unconditional love for her, his children, and grandchildren. He was a sports enthusiast since his youth. He played H.S. football, basketball, baseball, and track, and excelled at all. In his children's younger years, he coached basketball and played fast-pitch softball. He was so blessed to have so many loyal friends and family and anyone that ever met him, will never forget him. Survivors include his wife, Sherry Watson; daughters, Kelly Christine Watson Steen and husband Tommy and Jennifer Rose Watson; sisters, Saundra English and husband Bob, and Kathy Laird and husband Kit; brother, Ricky Watson; grandsons, Max Steen, Ty Steen, and Cody Steen; granddaughters, Samantha Steen and Ashley Steen; great granddaughter, Macy Steen; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Jim and Beth Falls, Joe and Sally Quezada, Susan and Jim Easterling, Bill and Donna Falls, Jeanne Falls, Mike and Dora Falls, and Charles Anthony Falls. Pallbearers will be Paul Solice, Phillip Semon, Roger Smith, Mike Cleary, George Fruge, and Randall Ingram. Visitation will be Friday, February 29, 2008 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM with the wake starting at 6:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Our family would like to thank all who prayed for us and loved him as we did. He will be enormously missed, but we find comfort in knowing the Lord is so merciful, and he is now at peace. We love you Robert, Daddy, and Papaw. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com |0000948199-01-1.jpg

Dorothy Ashford, 56
GRAMBLING — Dorothy Ann Ashford, Grambling State University administrative staff employee, died Monday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Christ Temple, Grambling. Burial will be in Grambling Memorial Garden Cemetery under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Earl L. Benson, 56
Earl L. Benson of West Monroe, laborer, died Feb. 21. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

Emily Brown, 50
COLUMBIA — Emily Brown, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Leroy Butler, 77
COLUMBIA — Leroy Butler, a security guard and farmer, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Union Baptist Church, Bosco. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Rebecca Graves, 93
WINNSBORO — Rebecca Graves, a retired store owner, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 10 a.m. until time of services Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in New Winnsboro Cemetery.

Talmadge Green Jr., 85
BASTROP — Talmadge Wesley Green Jr., an oil and gas distributor, died Wednesday. Memorial services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation will follow the memorial service.

Bobby Joe Harrell, 69
Bobby Joe Harrell of West Monroe, owner of Ouachita Valley Farm Supply, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Jackson Street Church of Christ, Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time at the church under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Charlotte Lenard, 62
COLUMBIA — Charlotte Regina Lenard, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Cypress Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe and 9 a.m. until service time Saturday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Marie Lord, 67
RAYVILLE — Marie Lord, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at the First Assembly of God Church, Rayville. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time today at the church. Burial will be in Greer Cemetery, Rayville under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.

Lougen Moore, 80
RUSTON — Lougen Moore, a retired Grambling State University plumber, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Grambling. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Tuesday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Grambling Memorial Garden Cemetery.

Jewel B. Nugent, 73
GRAYSON — Jewel Kathlene Baum Nugent, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Burial will be in Welcome Home Cemetery, Grayson.

Lela Mae Sims, 95
ARCADIA — Lela Mae Sims, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Gum Springs, Farmerville. Visitation is 2-4:45 p.m. Sunday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Vera L. Thomas, 86
MARION — Vera Langston Thomas, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. today at First Baptist Church, Marion. Burial will be in Union Cemetery, Marion under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Audrey Thompson, 78
COLUMBIA — Audrey Knighten Thompson, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Burial will be in Knighten-Furlow Cemetery west of Columbia.

Previously acknowledged:
Daniels, Martha: noon Saturday, Springfield Baptist Church, Lomeland.
Dunn, Willie O.: 10 a.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Ellis Jr., Eli: 2 p.m. Saturday, First Zion Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Floyd, Altha E.: 10 a.m. today, Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Goforth, George R.: 10 a.m. today, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.
Green, Martha Emily: 2 p.m. today, Fellowship Cemetery, Dubach.
Green, Pete: 1 p.m. Saturday, Alexandria No. 2 Cemetery, Oak Ridge.
Jackson, Mildred: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Lake Providence Senior High School Auditorium.
Mayfield, Wilton "Al": 1 p.m. Saturday, Mount Harmony Baptist Church, Ruston.
McIntyre, Roy Webb: 1 p.m. today, Delhi United Methodist Church.
McVay, Leo Luther: 2 p.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Ragland, Philip "Snake": 2 p.m. Sunday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Reese, Velma: 1 p.m. Saturday, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Epps.
Richardson, William C.: 1 p.m. Saturday, New St. James Baptist Church, Monroe.
Ross, Lula Mae Lain: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Church of Christ, Gilbert.
Runnells, Essie Mae: 3 p.m. Saturday, University Church of Christ, Monroe.
Tyler, Lois Junetta: 11 a.m. Saturday, Lea Joyner Memorial Methodist Church, Monroe.
Whitman, Louie Alfred: 10 a.m. today, Cook Cemetery, Ruston.

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