Obituaries - March 2008

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

DR. CHARLES ASHER WOOD III Edmonds Funeral Home Jonesboro, LA Graveside services for Dr. Charles Asher Wood III will be held on Sunday, March 2, 2008 at Jonesboro Cemetery in Jonesboro, LA at 2:00 PM. Officiating will be Dr. Charles Wesley. Visitation will be at 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Saturday, March 1, 2008 at Edmonds Funeral Home, in Jonesboro, LA. Dr. Wood was born on August 29, 1933 in Tulsa, OK, and passed away on February 28, 2008 in Jonesboro. He was 74. Survivors Include, Wife, Alma Jeanette Wood of Jonesboro, LA; One Daughter Catherine Annette Wood of Texarkana, TX; One Son, Charles Asher Wood, IV of Los Angeles, CA; One Brother, William R Wood of Wichita, KS. Dr. Wood was an eye doctor with an office in Jonesboro for many years. He was an avid hunter and sportsman. He was an army veteran and loved his family and friends.

LARRY BENJAMIN WALDING Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Larry Benjamin Walding, 67, of West Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, March 2, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, with Bro. Neil Everett and Rev. Dub Massey officiating. Interment will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA. Mr. Walding passed away Thursday, February 28, 2008, at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Calhoun, LA. A very special day was only a few years ago when he was baptized. He was a painting contractor for many years and in prior years he owned and operated Northside Barber Shop. He loved the outdoors and to fish. Mr. Walding was preceded in death by his father, Edgar Walding. Survivors include his mother, Mary Ellen Walding; four daughters, Kathy Elledge and husband Bob, Sherry Smith and husband Roger, Susan Walding, and Benji Lynn Hendrix and husband David; grandchildren, Daniel Coates, Casey Russell, Ryan Smith, and Katelynn Malone-Walding; step children, Jack Conley, Jesse Conley, and Rita Saxon; step grandchildren, Rachel Elledge, Brittany Elledge, Jack Conley, Jr., Josh Jackson, Ronni Sims, Chad Smith, and Jessica Smith; aunt, Lorene Holland; special uncle, Carl Brister and his family; special cousin, Keith Brister and wife Cheryl; and other family in Alexandria, LA. Pallbearers will be Glen Taylor, Glen Russell, Richard Puckett, Billy Cooper, Marshal Eubanks, and Scott Goodman. Visitation will be Saturday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church in Calhoun, LA. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MARGARET B. CROW GRAY Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Graveside services for Margaret B. Crow Gray, age 77, of Farmerville, formally of Marion will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, March 2, 2008, at Roark Cemetery in Marion, LA. Bro. Donald Reeves and Bro. Bubba Hoggett will officiate, under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Margaret Gray was the former owner of Crows Grocery in Marion. She was born on April 14, 1931 and passed away on February 28, 2008 after a lengthy illness. She was preceded in death by her husband Doyle O. Crow, son, Willie M. Cook, Jr.; sister's, Eva Frances Black Denman and Mary Marlene Black Mason, parents, Conard C. and Leila Lankford Black. She is survived by her grandson, Jody Cook and wife Dori B. Cook of Farmerville, LA; great-granddaughter, Remington Reese Cook of Farmerville, LA; niece, Rhonda Kay Denman of Swartz, LA; nephews, Billy Mason of Amite, LA; Greg Mason of LaPlace, LA; and Jerry Mason of Denham Springs, LA; brother-in-law, Max C. Mason of LaPlace, LA; and a host of great nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Don Smith, Billy Mason, Jody Cook, James Allen, Jr., Joey Mason and Jarrod Surratt. Visitation will be Saturday, March 1, 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

MRS. ANNIE MARIE PERRITT Southern Funeral Home Jonesboro, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Annie Marie Perritt of Eros, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, March 1, 2008 at Community of Christ Church, Eros, LA with Elders J.P. Mobley and Ellis Lewis officiating. Interment will follow in Community of Christ Church Cemetery. Mrs. Annie Marie Perrit was born May 5, 1938 in Houston, Texas and passed away February 28, 2008 at her residence in Eros, LA. Marie was a blessing to all she came in contact with. Although she was blind from birth, she saw the world in her own special way. She attended school for the blind in Baton Rouge, LA where she graduated and also furthered her education by attending NLU as a music major. She was loved by all and she touched many lives, too numerous to count, through her music. She will be deeply missed. She was preceded in death by her husband of 26 years Floyd Thornell and son Kenneth Thornell. She is survived by her husband Elvin Perritt, Eros, LA; mother Exie Phillips, Eros, LA; two daughters, Sandy Stucky and husband Danny of West Monroe, LA , Barbara Shurling and husband Reg of Weston, LA.; son Sheldon Thornell and wife Carla of Eros, LA. Two daughters; Johnette Smith and husband Steve, Conyers, GA and Anna Womack and husband Tommy, Oxford GA; brother George Phillips and wife Betty of Eros, LA; Granddaughters, Lindsey, Alexis , Stephanie, and Ashely, and two Great Grand-daughters. She is also survived by a a host of other relatives and friends. Online condolences may be made at www.southernfuneral home.com

MRS. CHARLOTTE REGINA DENTON LENARD Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mrs. Charlotte Regina Denton Lenard, 62, of Columbia, LA will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, March 1, 2008 at the Cypress Baptist Church with Rev. Larry Eubanks and Rev. George Bonner officiating. Interment will follow in the Cypress Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Lenard was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on December 21, 1945 and passed away at the Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe, LA on February 28, 2008 after a very lengthy illness. Mrs. Lenard was a member of Cypress Baptist Church, West Monroe, LA. where she served for several years as a Sunday school teacher, and was an active participant in other church functions. Survivors include husband, Harold Lenard, sister, Diane Heffner, brothers, Jimmy Murphy and Joey Murphy, step-children, Dennis Lenard and wife Lynette, John Lenard, Paula Lenard Childers and husband Daniel, and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Doug Wheelington, Dan Street, Lonnie Antley, Eugene Ouchley, Tommy Ford, and Jarvis Renfrow. Honorary Pallbearers will be Bob Wilbanks, Dennis Herd, Daniel Leroy Childers, and Ray Floyd. Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until Service Time Saturday at Cypress Baptist Church. The family would like to thank everyone for the prayers and concern for Regina and express a special word of thanks to Dr. Floyd Jones and Dr. Coy Gammage, Jr. Online Registry/Condolences www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Ruby T. Evans, 92
GILBERT — Ruby T. Evans, a retired Baptist Children's Home housemother, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at 1 p.m. Sunday until service time. Burial will be in Coax Cemetery.

Mildred Gallman, 89
RAYVILLE — Mildred M. Gallman, a nurses' aide, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time today. Burial will be in Rayville Masonic Cemetery.

Estelle K. Glass, 90
MANGHAM — Estelle Kierbow Glass, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Friendship Baptist Church near Baskin. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time today at the church. Burial will be in Gwin Cemetery, Mangham under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Delmar A. Gulick, 90
Delmar Alice Dore Gulick of West Monroe, a retired teacher, died Thursday. Visitation is 3-5 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Further arrangements are incomplete.

John R. Howard Sr., 84
LAKE PROVIDENCE — John R. Howard Sr., a farmer, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. today at First United Methodist Church, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Lake Providence City Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Lake Providence.

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

Melvin D. Morse, 45
PEARL, Miss. — Melvin 'Mel' David Morse, an auto parts salesman formerly of St. Joseph, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at First United Methodist Church, St. Joseph. Visitation is noon until service time at the church. Burial will be in Wesley Chapel Cemetery, St. Joseph under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Annie Marie Perritt, 69
EROS — Annie Marie Perritt, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Community of Christ Church, Eros. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Calvin H. Rabb, 63
St. JOSEPH — Calvin H. Rabb, a farmer, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at St. Patrick Catholic Church, St. Joseph. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial will be in Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton.

Bennie Mae Spearman, 83
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Bennie Mae Spearman, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 1:30 p.m. Sunday at East Carroll Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. today at Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Heavenly Rest Cemetery, Lake Providence.

Bettye M. Talbert, 77
DENHAM SPRINGS — Bettye Morgan Talbert, a homemaker formerly of Wisner, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 10 a.m. until time of services Monday. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Robert B. Watson, 65
Robert Bernard Watson of Monroe, a computer programmer, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, Monroe. Burial will be in St. Paschal Catholic Church Cemetery, West Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Rosa Williams, 60
MINDEN — Rosa Williams died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Charles Asher Wood III, 74
JONESBORO — Charles Asher Wood III, an optometrist, died Thursday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Jonesboro Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. today at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Dessie Wright, 107
Dessie Wright of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at St. Phillip Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 3-6 p.m. today at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Ashford, Dorothy Ann: 2:30 p.m. today, Christ Temple, Grambling.
Benson, Earl L.: 1 p.m. today, Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe.
Butler, Leroy: 11 a.m. today, Union Baptist Church, Bosco.
Daniels, Martha: noon today, Springfield Baptist Church, Lomeland.
Dunn, Willie O.: 10 a.m. today, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Ellis Jr., Eli: 2 p.m. today, First Zion Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Graves, Rebecca: 2 p.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Green, Pete: 1 p.m. today, Alexandria No. 2 Cemetery, Oak Ridge.
Green Jr., Talmadge Wesley: 11 a.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Jackson, Mildred: 2:30 p.m. today, Lake Providence Senior High School Auditorium.
Lenard, Charlotte Regina: 11 a.m. today, Cypress Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Mayfield, Wilton "Al": 1 p.m. today, Mount Harmony Baptist Church, Ruston.
Ragland, Philip "Snake": 2 p.m. Sunday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Reese, Velma: 1 p.m. today, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Epps.
Richardson, William C.: 1 p.m. today, New St. James Baptist Church, Monroe.
Ross, Lula Mae Lain: 11 a.m. today, Mount Zion Church of Christ, Gilbert.
Runnells, Essie Mae: 3 p.m. today, University Church of Christ, Monroe.
Sims, Lela Mae: 11 a.m. Monday, Gum Springs, Farmerville.
Tyler, Lois Junetta: 11 a.m. today, Lea Joyner Memorial Methodist Church, Monroe

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

EULA L. WILKINS Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home Tallulah, LA Services for Eula L. Wilkins, 92, will be held at 10:00 AM, Monday, March 3, 2008, at First United Methodist Church of Tallulah. Officiating will be Rev. Jean Foremen, Rev. Michael Jones and her son, Johnny Wilkins. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00, Sunday, March 2, 2008, at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home in Tallulah. Eula was born in Mischner, LA on Dec. 23, 1915 to L. J. and Eliza Land and died Saturday, March 1, 2008 at Madison Parish Hospital in Tallulah, LA. An active member of First United Methodist Church of Tallulah since 1932, she wa also a member of the Women's Guild and the church choir. She served her church as greeter, a participant in dramas, and in other varied ways. She was preceded in death by her husband, Luke A. Wilkins and her oldest daughter, Sue Wilkins Laminack. She is survived by two sons, Johnny Wilkins and his wife Sandra of Tallulah; Jimmy Wilkins and his wife, Julie of Tallulah, a daughter Lou Ann Jones and husband Dale of Tallulah, 8 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church of Tallulah or to the charity of the donor's choice.

LOREN RONALD WALLEY Dallas, TX Ron Walley, 65, was born June 23, 1942, in Lepanto, AR, and passed away February 22, 2008, in Richardson, TX (Dallas), after a brief but courageous battle against cancer. Ron was a veteran of the U.S. Army and was a retired U.S. Postmaster. He was a devoted father, grandfather, and friend who will be greatly missed. Ron was preceded in death by his parents, Loren and Pauline Walley; and his sister, Mary Elaine Walley. Survivors include his daughter and son-in-law, Suzanne and Cliff Anderson; his son and daughter-in-law, Ron and Julie Walley; four grandchildren, Lauren Walley, Chase Anderson, Gabrielle Walley, and Pierce Anderson; Betty Walley, his wife of 29 years and mother of his children; his brother and sister-in -law, Jerry and Elsie Walley; his niece, Debbie Thomas and her family; his nephew, Keith Walley and his family; and numerous friends in Louisiana and Florida. A memorial service was held on Friday, February 29, at the Episcopal Church of the Ascension in Dallas, TX. A private burial will be held at the Dallas Fort Worth National Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the First Tee of Northwest Florida, 300 Tonawanda Dr., Pensacola, FL 32506, in care of Ron Walley.

MARY ELIZABETH "LIBBY" SMITH BORDEN Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral Services for Mary Borden, 93, of Spearsville, LA, will be held on Monday, 10:00 AM March 3, 2008, at Spearsville Baptist Church in Spearsville, LA., with Reverend James Miller officiating. Burial will follow in Bernice Cemetery in Bernice, LA, under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mrs. Borden was a member of Spearsville Baptist Church. She was born on October 28, 1914 and passed away after a brief illness on February 29, 2008. She was preceded in death by her husband Rev. Jack K. Borden. Survivors include her children, Bert Clifton Borden, Barbara Walker and Paul J. Borden, brothers and sisters, James Carroll Smith and Rhedia Mae Smith Skiles, 9 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be James Draper, Danny Manning, Danny Rockett, Johnny Buckley, James Wicker and Bobby Harkins. Honorary Pallbearers will be John Smith, Jelly Kelley, Marvin Kennedy and Drew Rockett. Visitation will be held Sunday, March 2, 2008 at 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

MR. JAMES ELVIN BROOM Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. James Elvin Broom, 87, of West Monroe, La. will be held at 10:00 AM Monday, March 3, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA with Rev. Dennis Anger officiating. Interment will be in Hasley Cemetery. Mr. Broom died March 1, 2008 at his residence. Mr. Broom was a retired pipeline foreman of 30+ years for Tennessee Gas Pipeline Company. He was a United States Navy Veteran serving in WWII. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mrs. Ida P. Broom; his parents, J.C. and Margaret Carter Broom and by his brothers, Norman and Eual Broom. Survivors: Daughters, Lorita Gilmore of Ft. Necessity, LA and Vera McCarty of West Monroe, LA; Sister, Margaret Gebhardt of Calhoun, LA; Grandchildren, Jennifer McCarty, Marissa McCarty, Missy Beavers and Randy Gilmore; great grandchildren, MaKayla Beavers, Kody Beavers, Jacob Weaver and Jackson Weaver; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Randy Gilmore, Gerald Gilmore, Charlie Keene, Ryan Norris, Greg Windsor and Gerald Byrd. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. The family would like to give special thanks to Dr. Barry Weinberger and Staff, Dr. Donna Donald, Linda and Staff. Very special thanks to Glenda Lewis, RN Case Manager. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

SOPHIE SUTTON Caruth Village Funeral Home Hot Springs Village, AR Sophie Sutton Frasier, age 86, died on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2008 in Hot Springs, AR after a lengthy illness. Born in Bienville Parish, LA, Mrs. Frasier was the daughter of Henry Sutton and Mary Wilkinson Sutton. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Warren Sutton, and her husband of many years, Gerald Frasier. Mrs. Frasier is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Gerrie & Richard Sanders of Hot Springs Village, AR; grandsons Eric Begley of Irving, TX and Scott Begley and wife Tracy of Tucker, GA; great-granddaughter, Mackenzie Begley of Tucker, GA; sister and brother-in-law: Dorothy and Wrede Blackburn of Nokomis, FL; a nephew and two nieces. Mrs. Frasier earned a degree in Commerce from LA Tech as well as BSE, MSE and "Plus 30" degrees from ULM. She taught fourth grade at Shady Grove Elementary for many years. After retirement, Mrs. Frasier devoted her life to perfecting her bridge game and being caregiver to her husband during his lengthy illness. She was a long-time communicant of Grace Episcopal Church. A memorial service under the direction of the Reverend Canon Gregg Riley will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, March 4, 2008 at the church. The family wishes to express their appreciation to the staff of Quapaw Health Care and Rehab; and Hospice Home Care of Hot Springs, AR for their kind and gentle care of Mrs. Frasier in her last days. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to Grace Episcopal Church, 405 Glenmar Ave., Monroe, LA 71201. Guests may register at http://www.caruth-hale.com

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TRAXEL STEVENS Forest Park The Woodlands The Woodlands, TX Traxel Stevens, age 90, of The Woodlands, TX, formerly of Austin, died Wednesday, February 27th, 2008. He was born James Traxel Stevens on March 28, 1917, in Shreveport, LA, the son of Samuel Clemens and Nevah Hill Stevens. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Maxine Fowler Stevens; daughter, Linda Menn of The Woodlands, TX; son, Barry and wife Gayla, of Winnsboro, LA; granddaughters, April Menn Dickerman of The Woodlands, TX; and Jessica Stevens Hamby, Jennifer Stevens Juneau, and Jacqueline Stevens, all of Ruston, LA. In August 2005, after 59 years in their beloved Austin (40 years in the same house), Traxel and Maxine moved to The Woodlands to be near their daughter. Stevens graduated from Fair Park High School, Shreveport, in 1934 and received a degree from Louisiana College, Pineville, LA, in 1942. He was a veteran of World War II. After the war, he did graduate work in journalism at The University of Texas-Austin. Traxel's journalism career included: News coverage of Austin city hall and Travis County courthouse, for KVET radio (1947-48); newspaper correspondent for Texas newspapers at the State Capitol with Long News Service (1949-54); journalism director, University Interscholastic League (1954-56); managing editor of The Texas Outlook and communications director, Texas State Teachers Association, beginning in 1956. He retired from TSTA in 1981. Later, he was author of Vision, Vigilance, and Victory, a history of the Teacher Retirement System of Texas, and On Solid Rock, a history of Northwest Hills United Methodist Church, Austin. He published two books of memoirs. Stevens had been a member of the Society of Professional Journalists (Sigma Delta Chi) and was involved with Lifetime Learning Institute of Austin. His volunteer work included many years as a reader for Austin Recording for the Blind, and assisting with West Austin Caregivers. He sang in church choirs for most of his life, at weddings and funerals and a few "hog killin's." He was active in Northwest Hills United Methodist Church, Austin, where he was a charter member. After moving to The Woodlands, he and Maxine attended Woodlands Community Presbyterian Church and then joined The Woodlands United Methodist Church. Traxel took his work seriously, but not himself. He looked for humor throughout life. That included the golf course, even though the game did not treat him kindly. So he felt his mission in life was to make others feel good about their golf game-compared to his game. Following cremation, a memorial service will be held Monday, March 3, 2008, at 10:00 AM at Northwest Hills UMC, Austin. Reverend Bill Henderson will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Northwest Hills United Methodist Church, Austin, to Recording for the Blind, Austin, or a charity of choice.

Kenneth Auld Sr., 76
CLAYTON — Kenneth Auld Sr., a retired oilfield worker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Central Cemetery, Wisner.

James Elmore, 69
POINT — James Elmore, a retired truck driver, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Point Assembly of God Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Wilhite Cemetery.

Jacqueline M. Gilbert, 80
Jacqueline M. Gilbert of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Margaret B. Crow Gray, 77
MARION — Margaret B. Crow Gray, a homemaker, died Thursday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Roark Cemetery, Marion, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Mary D. Husbands, 65
HARRISONBURG — Mary D. Husbands, a retired employee of the Catahoula Parish School System and Champlin's Net Co., died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. today at New Hope Pentecostal Church at Leland. Burial will be in Highland Park Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Mary Ann Neas, 72
RUSTON — Mary Ann Neas, a retired florist, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Larry B. Walding, 67
Larry Benjamin Walding of West Monroe, a painting contractor, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time today. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Evans, Ruby T.: 2 p.m. today, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Moore, Lougen: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Mount Zion Baptist Chruch, Grambling.
Morse, Melvin David: 2 p.m. today, First United Methodist Church, St. Joseph.
Rabb, Calvin H.: 2 p.m. today, St. Patrick Catholic Church, Ferriday.
Ragland, Philip "Snake": 2 p.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Spearman, Bennie Mae: 1:30 p.m. today, East Carroll Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Sims, Lela Mae: 11 a.m. Monday, Gum Springs, Farmerville.
Talbert, Bettye Morgan: 1 p.m. Monday, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Wood III, Charles Asher: 2 p.m. today, Jonesboro Cemetery, Jonesboro.
Wright, Dessie: 2 p.m. today, St. Phillips Baptist Church, Monroe

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

BILLY JOE WILKES, JR. RISER FUNERAL HOME COLUMBIA, LA Services for Mr. Billy Joe Wilkes, Jr., age 43 of Columbia will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday, March 4, 2008, from the sanctuary of Palestine Baptist Church with Rev. Charles Lutrick officiating. Interment will follow at Fellowship Cemetery in Columbia. Mr. Wilkes was born in Caldwell Parish on December 26, 1964 to the union of Billy Joe and Johnnie Morris Wilkes and passed away on March 2, 2008 in Caldwell Parish. He was a member of the NRA and played the guitar and harmonica. Billy enjoyed hunting and fishing, but also believed in the conservation of wildlife and in preserving the land and to give back what was taken. He took in strays of every kind and was well loved by everyone. He was preceded in death by his father, Billy Joe Wilkes. Survivors include his mother, Johnnie Morris Wilkes of Columbia, his sister, Shirley Wilkes of Columbia, two nieces, Rebecca Lee Johnson of West Monroe and Danielle Nicol Wollerson of Columbia, a host of cousins, many friends, relatives and beloved animals. Pallbearers will be Ralph Byrd, Joe Byrd, Timothy Morris, Timothy Morris II, Sylvester Carr, Jr. and William Whitlock. Honorary pallbearer is Ricky Kilcrease. Visitation will be Monday evening, March 3, 2008 from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Palestine Baptist Church.

JACQUELINE M. "JACKIE" GILBERT Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Jacqueline M. "Jackie" Gilbert, 87, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Tuesday, March 4, 2008, at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel with Rev. Warren Eckhardt officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Gilbert passed away Saturday, March 1, 2008. Formerly of Baton Rouge, LA, Mrs. Gilbert resided at The Oaks Nursing Home for the past two years. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was an avid bridge club member and homemaker. Mrs. Gilbert was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Gilbert; and son, Edward Jake Short. Survivors include her daughters, Diane Walters of Monroe, and Elizabeth Ann Gilbert O'hara of Williamsport, TN; and a host of grandchildren and great grandchildren. Visitation will be Monday from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice Care of Louisiana. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

JAMES EARL WYANT Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for James Earl Wyant, 73 of Columbia will be held at 10:00 AM Tuesday, March 4, 2008 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Jimmy Goodman and Rev. Stan Wyant officiating. Interment will follow in Holum Baptist Church Cemetery. Mr. Wyant was born in Columbia on October 3, 1934 to the union of Henry Deanious and Amy Cassels Wyant and passed away Saturday, March 1, 2008 at St. Frances North Hospital in Monroe. He was a diesel mechanic with Central Oil and Supply Co. and a member of Holum Baptist Church, the National Rifle Association, and the Bayou Calamus Hunting Club. He was a die hard LSU football fan. He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers, H.D. Wyant, Jr., Maloy Wyant, and Ples Henry Wyant. Survivors include his wife: Marjorie Day Wyant of Columbia, his daughter: Tracey L. Wyant of Germantown, MD, his sons and daughters-in-law: Dr. Chapman Lee and Diane Sellers Wyant of Little Rock, AR, Dr. Glen Ray and Dr. Mary Stephenson Wyant of Dallas, TX, his brothers and sisters-in-law: Archie and Virginia Wyant of Columbia, Charlie and Ellen Wyant of Columbia, Calvin and Murle Wyant of Chatham, Clyde and Ann Wyant of Columbia, and Benjamin Wyant of LaGrange,TX, his sister: Verena McKee of Columbia, his six grandchildren: Clay Hudson Wyant, Abby Leigh Wyant, Patricia Wyant Purcell and her husband, Josh, David Winters, Rachel Marie Wyant, and Rebecca Liza-Michelle Wyant and his great grandson, Christopher Lane Purcell. Pallbearers will be Dr. Chapman Lee Wyant, Dr. Glen Ray Wyant, Ronnie Wyant, Otis McKee, Therion Wyant, and Andy Hayden. Visitation will be Monday evening, March 3, 2008, at Riser Funeral Home in Columbia from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM.

LLOYD SMITH Chattanooga Funeral Home Chattanooga , TN Lloyd Ray Smith, 73, went to be with the Lord early Saturday morning, March 1, 2008 at his home in Chattanooga. Lloyd Ray was born June 6, 1934 in Epps, Louisiana. Preceding him in death is his beloved wife of 24 years, Carole Smith. He is survived by his children Lloyd Ray "Buddy" Smith, II, Gabe Walker Smith, Timmy Conner, Dennis Conner, Tracee Randall and Wendy Leaumont; his siblings Shirley Benson and Harold Smith; his several grandchildren and his loving companion Leona Dunn. A born-again Christian, Lloyd Ray lived a happy life full of wild adventures and huge accomplishments. Though known by the local community for his service to the Special Olympics program, he was known by his family as the most wonderful dad, husband, and grandfather one could ever hope to have. Funeral services will be held at 11:30 AM Tuesday at the East Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, 404 South Moore Road with Father Mike Nolan officiating. Burial will be in Chattanooga National Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM Monday at the funeral home. Lloyd requested that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to Special Olympics 250 Layne Road Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379. Please share your thoughts and memories at www.mem.com.

MR. JAMES ELMORE Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. James E. Elmore, 69, of Point, LA , will be held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, March 4, 2008, at the Point Assembly of God Church with Rev. Dennis Anger, Rev. George Elmore, and Rev Clay Kelly officiating. Interment will follow in the Wilhite Cemetery in Point, LA, under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Born November 18th, 1938, in Point, LA, he was a son of the late James Leroy and Esther Tidwell Elmore. A truck driver and veteran of the Louisiana Army National Guard, he passed away in West Monroe on Friday, February 29th, 2008. Survivors include his sons, Jamie Moorhead and wife, Karen, and Bobby Bennett and wife, Dorie; 2 sisters, Cora Sue Hedden and husband, Doyle, and Judy Bearden and husband, Larry; 3 brothers, J.D. Elmore and wife, Clara, Charles Elmore and wife, Nancy, and Carl Van Elmore and wife, Connie; 2 grandsons, Thatcher Moorhead and Tanner Michael Bennett; and a number of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers are nephews and include Craig, Eric, Shane, Glen and Keith Elmore, Dwight and Darrell Hedden, and Richard Bearden. Visitation will be on Monday, March 3rd, 2008, from 5:00 PM until 8:00PM at the Point Assembly of God Church, Point, LA. Online condolences may be emailed to www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

James Elvin Broom, 87
James Elvin Broom, of West Monroe, a retired gas pipeline foreman, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.

Joe Burnham, 71
DUBACH — Joe Burnham, an Ark-La Gas superintendent, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday in New Prospect Baptist Church. Burial will be in Unionville Cemetery under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel, Ruston. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at the church.

Joan K. Walker, 70
HODGE — Joan K. Walker, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Walnut Ridge Baptist Church near Hodge. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Gladys Copeland Wilson, 102
BASTROP — Gladys Tommy Copeland Wilson, a retired paper-mill cafeteria worker, died Sunday. Graveside services are 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Golden Funeral Home. Visitation is noon-2 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Marvel Winn, 83
Marvel Winn, of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Auld Sr., Kenneth: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Elmore, James: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Point Assembly of God Church.
Moore, Lougen: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Mount Zion Baptist Chruch, Grambling.
Sims, Lela Mae: 11 a.m. today, Gum Springs, Farmerville.
Talbert, Bettye Morgan: 1 p.m. today, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro

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

JUDY NICHOLS 7/25/1949 - 3/4/1998 Remembrance You can shed tears that she is gone, or you can smile because she has lived. You can close your eyes and pray that she'll come back, or you can open your eyes and see all she has left. Your heart can be empty because you can't see her, or you can be full of the love you shared. You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday, or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday. You can remember her and only that she's gone, or you can cherish her memory and let it live on. You can cry and close your mind, be empty and turn you back. Or you can do what she'd want: Smile, Open Your Eyes, Love and Go on. In Loving Memory of a wonderful Mother, MeMe, and Best Friend Daughter, Shannon

MRS. MARVEL MARIE WINN Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Funeral services for Mrs. Marvel Marie Winn, 83, of West Monroe, La. will be at 2:00 PM Wednesday, March 5, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. with Rev. Cecil Herrington officiating. Interment will be in Hasley Cemetery. Mrs. Winn died March 1, 2008 at La. Extended Care Hospital. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Prudhomme and Julia Trichel, Step-mother, Laura Trichel, and daughter-in-law, Sue Winn. Mrs. Winn was a member of the West Heights Baptist Church. Survivors: 3 Sons, Eddie Joe Winn of Mer Rouge, LA, Larry Don Winn and wife, Cathy, of West Monroe, LA and Ernest Dwayne Winn and wife, Beatrice of Lonoke, AR; Sisters, Lucille Hopkins North and husband, Ray of Oak Grove and Betty Carter of West Monroe, LA ; Brothers, Mack Trichel and wife, Jo of Hot Springs, AR, Woody Trichel and wife, Cloteal of Mer Rouge, LA and Joseph Prudhomme Trichel, Jr. and wife, Lori of West Monroe, La.; 9 Grandchildren and 10 Great Grandchildren; Very Special Niece, Marlyn Black and many dearly loved nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be her sons, Eddie, Larry and Ernie Winn, Johnny Gilbert, her brothers, Mack, Joseph and Woody Trichel and Russ Millar. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 P.M. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

SOPHIE SUTTON FRASIER Caruth Village Funeral Home Hot Springs Village, AR Sophie Sutton Frasier, age 86, died on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2008 in Hot Springs, AR after a lengthy illness. Born in Bienville Parish, LA, Mrs. Frasier was the daughter of Henry Sutton and Mary Wilkinson Sutton. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Warren Sutton, and her husband of many years, Gerald Frasier. Mrs. Frasier is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Gerrie & Richard Sanders of Hot Springs Village, AR; grandsons Eric Begley of Irving, TX and Scott Begley and wife Tracy of Tucker, GA; great-granddaughter, Mackenzie Begley of Tucker, GA; sister and brother-in-law: Dorothy and Wrede Blackburn of Nokomis, FL; a nephew and two nieces. Mrs. Frasier earned a degree in Commerce from LA Tech as well as BSE, MSE and "Plus 30" degrees from ULM. She taught fourth grade at Shady Grove Elementary for many years. After retirement, Mrs. Frasier devoted her life to perfecting her bridge game and being caregiver to her husband during his lengthy illness. She was a long-time communicant of Grace Episcopal Church. A memorial service under the direction of the Reverend Canon Gregg Riley will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, March 4, 2008 at the church. The family wishes to express their appreciation to the staff of Quapaw Health Care and Rehab; and Hospice Home Care of Hot Springs, AR for their kind and gentle care of Mrs. Frasier in her last days. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to Grace Episcopal Church, 405 Glenmar Ave., Monroe, LA 71201. Guests may register at http://www.caruth-hale.com

Sharicka Ballett, infant
TALLULAH — Sharicka DaNay Ballett, infant daughter of Tara Ballett, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Rodney 'Drill' Coleman, 57
RUSTON — Rodney "Drill" Coleman, an oilfield worker, died Monday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Douglas Cemetery, Choudrant under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Joe Hampton Jr., 54
OAK GROVE — Joe Hampton Jr., a retired postmaster, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery.

Timothy M. Hayden, 28
CLEBURNE, Texas — Timothy Michael Hayden, an oil industry truck driver, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Eros United Methodist Church. Visitation is 6 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Rita D. Leonard, 57
LONGVIEW, Texas — Rita Dillingham Leonard of Monroe, an executive secretary, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Lillie Mae Miles, 82
RUSTON — Lillie Mae Miles, a retired custodian, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Grambling. Burial will be in Grambling Memorial Garden Cemetery under the direction of King's Funeral Home, Ruston.

Roy B. Riley Sr., 86
JONESVILLE — Roy B. Riley Sr., retired Catahoula Bank president and World War II Army veteran, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at First United Methodist Church, Jonesville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Nolley Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Leroy L. Trimble, 78
TALLULAH — Leroy Lawrence Trimble died Feb. 27. Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at New Light Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

Marvel Winn, 83
Marvel Winn of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Anderson, Roosevelt: 11 a.m. today, First Pilgrim Baptist Church, Monroe.
Brown, Emily M.: noon Thursday, Brownville Baptist Church, Columbia.
Hutson, Louise C.: 11 a.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.
McBroom, Gearldine: 2 p.m. today, Laran Cemetery, Laran.
Parker, Irene: 11 a.m. today, Pentecostals of the Miss-Lou, Ferriday.
Pleasant, Viola: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Luke Baptist Church, Alto.
Shipman, Billie Jean Kelly: 11 a.m. today, Pine Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, Bastrop.
Williams, Terence: 11 a.m. Thursday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe

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

BARBARA JEAN WALLACE REGAN Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Barbara Jean Wallace Regan, 81, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday, March 6, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Dr. Allison Moody officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Regan passed away Tuesday, March 04, 2008, at home surrounded by family and friends. She was a lifelong resident of Ouachita Parish. She was a devoted daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She enjoyed gardening, reading, traveling, the outdoors, and camping. Mrs. Regan was a member of First Presbyterian Church and was active in the women of the church in her earlier years. She worked alongside her husband in the business they founded "Regan Office Supply". She was a previous member of the Quota Club of Monroe. Mrs. Regan was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Regan; mother and father, Percy Lyle and Bertha Moore Wallace; and mother and father-in-law, Willie Edwin and Kate Byrnes Regan. Survivors include her children, Nancy Boutwell and husband Kenneth of West Monroe, Ed Regan and wife Joy of West Monroe, and Charles Regan, Jr. and wife Gayle of Tulsa, OK; grandchildren, Jonathan Regan, Kerry Regan, Jeffrey Regan, Sara Regan McKinney and husband Charles, Darryl Boutwell and wife Tammy, Dana Burch, Jordan and Brenna Boutwell, and Sydney and Sophie Leslie; and beloved canine companions, Buddy and Baby Izzie. Survived also by special cousin, Johnny Lou Daniel; friend like a sister, LaRue Howard; special caregivers, Angela Brown, Gloria Brown, and their families; as well as many other cousins, nieces, and nephews. She was our Beautiful Mother and will be missed more than words can express. Pallbearers will be Jonathan Regan, Jeffrey Regan, Charles McKinney, Mike Harrelson, Buddy Fisher, and Darryl Boutwell. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

CARL A. TAYLOR Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral services for Mr. Carl A.Taylor, 74, of Farmerville, LA, will be held at 10:00 AM. Thursday, March 6, 2008, at Beulah Baptist Church in Farmerville, LA. Officiating will be Bro. Jeff Hurst and J.E. Brown. Burial will be at Beulah Cemetery. Mr. Taylor was born on January 30, 1934 in Truxno, LA, and passed away on March 3, 2008 at Glenwood Hospital. He was an avid LSU football fan and fisherman. He was a member of Beulah Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his parents, Firmy and Mattie Lee Taylor; sister, Effie Gulley; brothers, Jim Taylor and Willie Emmett "Bill" Taylor. He is survived by his wife Ruby Taylor of Farmerville, LA; son, Dent Taylor and wife Leesa of Farmerville, LA; daughters, Ann Marie Finklea and husband Tracy of Farmerville, LA; Cindy Clay and husband Leroy of Marion, AR; son, Mazion Pepper and girlfriend Gay Nell McIntosh of Farmerville, LA; son, Keith Tawater and wife Donna of Farmerville, LA; daughter, Kathy Rewolinski and husband Chance of Central Point, OR; grandchildren, Josh and Ree Taylor; Amy Pearson; Corrina Terral; Taylor and Adam Clay; Justin Pepper; Jolie Harrison; Natalie and Matthew Stratton; Colin Rewolinski; Holly Rosa; and Emily McIntosh. great-grandchild, Baylor Terral. brother, Jerry Taylor of Farmerville, LA; sisters, Billie Crow of Farmerville, LA; Bobbie Williamson of West Monroe, LA; and Sylvia Rockett of Alexandria , LA. Memorials may be made to the building fund of Beulah Baptist Church or donor choice. Pallbearers will be Justin Pepper; Josh Taylor; Taylor Clay; Matthew Stratton; Andy Harrison and Chris Terral. Honorary Pallbearers will be deacons of Beulah Baptist Church and Modell Robinson. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 5, 2008 at 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM at Beulah Baptist Church in Farmerville, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

GEARLDINE MCBROOM FARRAR FUNERAL HOME Farmerville, LA Graveside services for Gearldine McBroom, 84, of Laran will be 2:00 PM Wednesday at Laran Cemetery with Truett West officiating and under direction of Farrar Funeral Home. Mrs. McBroom, a homemaker, died March 2, 2008. She was a member of Hopewell Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by husband, Perry McBroom. Survivors are sons: Ricky McBroom and Dennis McBroom; daughters: Linda Kay Talluri and Tammy Romero; 7 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.

JOE HAMPTON, JR. Cox Funeral Home Oak Grove, Louisiana Funeral services for Joe Franklin Hampton, Jr. age 54, will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, March 6, 2008 at Cox Funeral Home Chapel in Oak Grove, Louisiana. Mr. Hampton died Sunday, March 2, 2008 in Paragould, Arkansas after a sudden illness. Mr. Hampton was a retired Postmaster. He was a graduate of Oak Grove High School and the University of Louisiana in Monroe, Louisiana. He is survived by his wife, Brenda Carol Hampton of Paragould, AR; son, Jeremy Slade Hampton of Los Angeles, CA; son, Anthony Trippe Hampton of San Diego, CA; daughter and son-in-law, Patches Mechelle Euchaski and Lance Euchaski of Springfield, MO; granddaughter, Hunter Meagan Euchaski of Springfield, MO; his parents, Joe Franklin Hampton, Sr. and Rose Marie Smith Hampton of Oak Grove; brother and sister-in-law, Bruce and Cindy Hampton of Ruston, Louisiana; brother, David Hampton of West Monroe, Louisiana; sister and brother-in-law, Sharon and Gregg Ward of Oak Grove. Pallbearers are: Vic Dalrymple, Mike Collins, Scott Lee, Beanie Moss, James McGee, and Michael Jason Rivoire. Family will receive friends on Wednesday, March 5, 2008 between the hours of 5 to 9:00 PM at Cox Funeral Home in Oak Grove. www.coxfuneral.com

MRS. SHERRY MCCLAIN MORRIS Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Memorial service for Mrs. Sherry McClain Morris, 57, of Eros, LA, will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, March 6, 2008, at Living Way Apostolic Church with Rev. Carl Shurte officiating. Mrs. Morris passed away on March 4, 2008, at her residence. Sherry was loved by all her friends at the Post Office where she had worked as a rural carrier for many years. She was a great friend to all. Sherry was a beautiful person who throughout her illness showed great grace and dignity and was an example to all who loved her. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother and will be missed by all who she had touched. Survivors include her husband, Shannon Morris; three sons, Darren Dycus and fiancée, Aubrey Humphries, and Joe Dee Dycus and wife SuAnn, and Randy Dycus and wife Jessica; four brothers, Tommy, Ronnie, Jerry, and James McClain; eight grandchildren, Samantha, Jordan, Dalton, Caitlin, Ty, Jake, Eli, and Annalise; and great grandchild, Chace. Visitation will be from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

OLIN BAKER SAULSBURY Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Olin Baker Saulsbury, 73, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday, March 6, 2008, at First United Methodist Church, Loop Road, Monroe, with Rev. Larry Stafford and Rev. Jo Ann Cooper officiating. Graveside services will be at 11:00 AM Friday, March 7, 2008, at Forest Park Cemetery in Shreveport, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Saulsbury passed away Monday, March 3, 2008. He was retired from Bank One (Chase) as Senior Vice President and Ford Motor Credit Company. He was a member of First United Methodist Church of Monroe, Bayou DeSiard Country Club, Red Raider Club, ULM Athletic Scholarship Foundation, United Way Steamboat Club, A Paul Harris Fellow, Little Theater, NELA Arts Council, A 32nd degree Mason, and a member of Barak Shrine Temple. Survivors include his wife of forty-nine years, Sammie Fowler Saulsbury; brother, Tony Saulsbury and wife Pat of Wichita Falls, TX; in-laws, Dr. and Mrs. Garry Nall of Amarillo, TX, Mr. and Mrs. Bob Bettinger of Lakewood, CO, and Dr. and Mrs. John Fowler of Aiken, SC; nieces and nephews, Stuart Saulsbury, Scott Saulsbury, Mr. and Mrs. Gary Robinson, Mr. and Mrs. John Barnhart, Scott Saulsbury, Drs. Jim and Julie Bettinger Salzman, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Bettinger, Joe Bettinger, Bill Fowler, and Lori Fowler. Pallbearers will be Sam Pack, Stuart Saulsbury, Joe Bettinger, Willie Mitchell, Scott Saulsbury, and John Barnhart. Honorary pallbearers will be Paul Bettinger, TTS group-Ernest Strauss, Ken Conrad, Gene Worthen, Tom Hardee, Bill Morrow, Ed Major, Ed Miller, Dick Blanchard, Dick McGivern, Tom Zentner, Jim Jordan, Jack Neel, Graham Schneider, Larry Winter, Jim Ellis, Jerry Garner, Walter Hastings, Bill Matthews, Fred Marx, Jay Adams, and Bill Malone. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church Building Fund, American Cancer Society, or to the charity of your choice. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Ricky Wayne Lowery, Sr. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Ricky Wayne Lowery, Sr. will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, March 6, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Officiating will be Bro. Pete Gilbert. Interment will follow at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens, West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Ricky was born March 5, 1965 in West Monroe, LA and passed away March 3, 2008 following an automobile accident. Ricky enjoyed hunting, fishing, picking around with friends and family and living life to the fullest. He was in the construction and vinyl siding business. Ricky was a wonderful and loving son, father, brother and friend. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Bill and Evelyn Lowery, grandfather, George W. Warner and cousin Timothy "Tinker" Warner. Ricky is survived by his parents, Gerald and Renee Lowery, Jim and Irene Cowger; two sons, Hunter Lowery and Ricky Wayne Lowery, Jr.; one daughter, Angel Logan Lowery; brothers, LaMar Lowery and Heath Lowery, step-brother, Chuck Sturdivant; step-sister, Misty Sturdivant; grandmother, Omah Wheeler, all of West Monroe. Pallbearers are, Douglas Valentine, Keith Lenard, Jeff Hicks, Hunter Lowery, Jeff Spillers, James Warner, Bubba Lawson, Frankie Hillhouse, and Jerry Walker. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM and Thursday from 12:00 Noon until service time at Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

TIMOTHY MICHAEL HAYDEN Cleburne, Texas Edmonds Funeral Home Jonesboro, LA Funeral services for Timothy Michael Hayden, age 28 will be held on Thursday, March 6, 2008 at 2:00 PM, at Eros United Methodist Church in Eros, LA. Officiating will be Rev. Bill Strawbridge and Rev. Joseph Guo. Interment will follow in the Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe, LA. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 5, 2008 starting at 6:00 PM, at Eros United Methodist Church. Mr. Hayden was born on September 2, 1979 and passed away on March 3, 2008 in Cleburne, Texas. He is survived by his father, Bobby Hayden and wife Rhonda of Eros, LA, mother, Lydia Ann Hopfinger of TX, one brother, Bobby Hayden of Cleburne, TX, two step-brothers, Corey Johnston of West Monroe, LA, and Chad Garner of Sterlington, LA, one step-sister, Candice Johnston of Hodge, LA, paternal grandparents, Bobby L. and DeWanna Hayden of Eros, LA, maternal grandparents, James W. and Geri Hopfinger of West Monroe, LA., step-grandparents, Aylon and Bettye Pate of Jonesboro, LA. He is also survived by a number of nieces, nephews and cousins. Pallbearers will include, Herschel Hayden, Christopher Hayden, Josh Hayden, Corey Johnston, Marcus Coates and Jesse Howard. Honorary pallbearers will be, Danny Dunn, Dr. James M. Hayden, Aubrey Hayden and Chad Garner.

VIOLA POWELL Rose-Neath Funeral Home Chapel Arcadia, LA Funeral services will be held for Viola Powell, at Rose-Neath Funeral Home Chapel Arcadia, on Wednesday March 5, 2008, at 2:00 p.m. Rev Robert Peyton and Rev. Greg Dunn 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. Powell was born February 5, 1924, in Caruthersville, MO, to Henry Lester LaFerney and Mary Evelyn Laferney. She entered into rest March 2, 2008. She was a member of Mt. Mariah Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband Ardis Aaron Powell, Jr. brother Richard LaFerney and sister Elsie LaFerney. Mrs. Powell is survived by a daughter Dawn Y. Leatherwood and husband Mike of Calhoun, LA, five sons; Ardis A. Powell III and wife Bobbie Sue of Athens, LA, Henry L. Powell and wife Carla of Pineville, La, Larry R. Powell and wife Terrie of Baton Rouge, LA, Ricky G. Powell and wife Jerri of Monroe, LA and Tony M. Powell and wife Celeste of Athens, LA brother Clyde Laferney and wife Shirley of St. Louis, MO and a sister Mary Sparks of Killeen, TX. grandchildren Sherri Powell, Daryl Powell, Heather Bennett, Brian Powell, Greg Powell, Marc Powell, Charles Aaron Powell, Bryce Powell, Sara Powell and Chrissy Powell, she also had nine great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Jerry Woodard, E.J. Ratcliff, Daryl Powell, Brian Powell, Greg Powell, Marc Powell, Bryce Powell and Charles Aaron Powell. Memorials may be made to the Mt. Mariah Methodist Church.

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

BARBARA JEAN WALLACE REGAN Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Barbara Jean Wallace Regan, 81, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday, March 6, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Dr. Allison Moody officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Regan passed away Tuesday, March 04, 2008, at home surrounded by family and friends. She was a lifelong resident of Ouachita Parish. She was a devoted daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She enjoyed gardening, reading, traveling, the outdoors, and camping. Mrs. Regan was a member of First Presbyterian Church and was active in the women of the church in her earlier years. She worked alongside her husband in the business they founded, Regan Office Supply. She was a previous member of the Quota Club of Monroe. Mrs. Regan was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Regan; mother and father, Percy Lyle and Bertha Moore Wallace; and mother and father-in-law, Willie Edwin and Kate Byrnes Regan. Survivors include her children, Nancy Boutwell and husband Kenneth of West Monroe, Ed Regan and wife Joy of West Monroe, and Charles Regan, Jr. and wife Gayle of Tulsa, OK; grandchildren, Jonathan Regan, Kerry Regan, Jeffrey Regan, Sara Regan McKinney and husband Charles, Darryl Boutwell and wife Tammy, Dana Burch, Jordan and Brenna Boutwell, and Sydney and Sophie Leslie; and beloved canine companions, Buddy and Baby Izzie. Survived also by special cousin, Johnny Lou Daniel; friend like a sister, LaRue Howard; special caregivers, Angela Brown, Gloria Brown, Terri Lynch, Lynn Porter, and their families; as well as many other cousins, nieces, and nephews. She was our Beautiful Mother and will be missed more than words can express. Pallbearers will be Jonathan Regan, Jeffrey Regan, Charles McKinney, Mike Harrelson, Buddy Fisher, and Darryl Boutwell. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

CHAD DELOACH 3/6/1978-8/11/2007 God looked around and saw your tired face He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest. He knew your pain and suffering, He heard your cry for peace. It broke our hearts to lose you, but you did not go alone. Part of us went with You. You will always be loved and will remain in our hearts Forever. Momma, Paul, Jennifer, Mimi and PawPaw

DARRELL LYNN JOHNSON 1/22/1969 - 3/06-06 In loving memory, Gone but not forgotten. We miss you and will always love you from, Your Parents, Helen Johnson, Ronnie Johnson, Sisters, Ronita Calhoun & Lakeisha Johnson, Grandmother, Mattie Heckard, nieces, nephews and a host of relatives and friends.

IRMA BAILEY ANGELL Greenwood Funeral Home New Orleans, LA Irma Bailey Angell, 96, died March 1, 2008 in Monroe, LA. She was born August 12, 1911 in New Orleans where she lived 94 years before relocating to Monroe following Hurricane Katrina. Daughter of the late Joseph Bailey and the late Evelyn Abbo Bailey of New Orleans. She was happily married for 71 years to the late Merwin Eugene Angell, who preceded her in death by less than one month. Beloved mother of the late Donna Angell Sciretta and grandmother of Vicki Sciretta Weber and Robin Sciretta Brown. She is preceded in death by seven brothers and sisters. She is survived by many nieces and nephews. Irma was a deeply devoted wife, known for her unselfish giving and unconditional love for God and her family. She was a strong woman who was happiest when taking care of others. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at GREENWOOD FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5200 CANAL BLVD. NEW ORLEANS, LA 70124 on Saturday, March 8, 2008 at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in Masonic Cemetery. Visitation after 9:00 AM Saturday. The family guest book may be signed on line at www.greenwoodfuneral home.net

JOE. A. MCQUISTON Sun City, AZ Joe A. McQuiston, born December 26, 1923 in Monroe, LA, went to be with the Lord February 21, 2008. Joe resided in Sun City , AZ, with his wife of 12 years Carol. A memorial service will be held at New Light Baptist Church March 8, 2008, at 10:00 AM. Joe is survived by his loving wife Carol, her six children and their families; sisters Alice Elise Briggs and Jackie Smith; children Barbara, Linda (Ernie), Jonathan, Jeff (Barbara), Jack (Mary Jo) as well as many grandchildren, great grandchildren, niece and nephews. Joe is preceded in death by his wife Elila Clorene Sanders, son-in-law Paul C. Senseman, and grandson Nathan Daniel Boehm. Joe was born on a houseboat on the Ouachita River. He and his sisters lost both of their parents due to illness during childhood. Joe was raised in the home of his uncle, L.K. McQuiston, his wife Nellie and their four boys, Gradon, Richard, Fred and Van. In late 1941, Joe turned 18 and promptly enlisted in the United States Marines. Wounded at Tulagi after landing in Guadalcanal, he was awarded the Purple Heart and the Presidential Unit Citation. Joe began his recovery at the naval hospital in San Diego, where he met a " Gray Lady" volunteer who would become his wife of 49 years, Elila Clorene Sanders. Joe loved to hunt, fish, and to preach, and he enjoyed his career as a teacher and counselor at LTI in Monroe. He faithfully served the Lord through his ministry in his adult life. Joe's legacy of courage and faith are a lasting testament to our families and to our nation. In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation may be sent to New Light Baptist Church, 2477 Prairie Rd, Monroe, LA 71202.

ROBERT ANDREW "RACER" HOLSTEAD, SR CROTHERS GLENWOOD FUNERAL HOME Tallulah, LA Robert Andrew "Racer" Holstead, Sr., age 81, will be held on Saturday, March 8 at 3:00 PM at Tallulah Academy in Tallulah with visitation at the school on Friday evening from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Known as Coach to generations of players and students, Racer Holstead was born on January 29, 1927, in Ruston, Louisiana, and died Tuesday, March 4 at the Madison Parish Hospital. Given the nickname of "Racer" at Hillcrest Grammar School when he outran all the children chasing the merry-go-round at recess, Coach Holstead graduated from Ruston High School where he was an outstanding athlete and quarterback under his mentor, Coach Hoss Garrett. After service in the Navy during World War II, he attended Louisiana Tech University on scholarship where he lettered in baseball and football and received his baccalaureate degree in education. After several summer sessions in the Big Eight semi-pro baseball league where he played for the Ruston Rebels and received the highest batting average award, he began his long, illustrious coaching carrer in Plaquemine, Louisiana in 1949. He served as assistant football coach, and head coach for baseball and basketball for four years. He won the first basketball state championship at Plaquemine High School in 1952. In addition, while at Plaquemine, he won his bride of 57 years, the former Lillie "Se Se" Jumonville. In 1953 he moved to Jena where he coached for two years and earned a state runner-up title in basketball. In 1955 he moved to Tallulah for his first head football coaching job, where he claimed four state football championships in the years between 1958-1962. During his 14 hears at Tallulah High School, his teams also won six district titles. In 1970, he moved to Tallulah Academy where for the next three decades he was headmaster, head football coach, and athletic director. With his long-time assistant coach I. T. Crothers, he won four state championships as well as five state runner-up ant thirteen district titles in football. He also won two state championships in golf. During his forty-eight years of coaching, forty two as head! footba ll coach, he achieved an impressive career record. With his 287th career victory, he moved into the top spot as the Winningest High School Coach in Louisiana. His cumulative coaching record of 309-146-8 ranks him 66th nationally among high school coaches. Other numerous honors that have established him as a coaching legend include his 1991 induction into the Louisiana High School Athletic Association Hall of Fame, his 1995 induction into the Louisana Tech University Athletic Hall of Fame, and his 2002 induction into the All-American Football Foundation. He was a past president of the LHSAA, one of the key organizers and the first athletic commissioner of the Louisana Independent School Athletic Association and was presented a special commendation of merit from both houses of the Louisiana Legislature. Above all, Coach Holstead valued the many awards from his fellow coaches who remained his staunchest friends and supporters, respecting his integrity as a competitor and his nobility of character. Coach Holstead was also named national Scholastic Coach of the Year and will long be remembered for his dedication to academics which taught his players and students to be winners in life. He is survived by his wife, SeSe; four daughters Alexis Holstead Thompson and her husband Bud; Heidi Holstead Mayeaux, Chere Holstead Bourgeois and her husband Al; and Lillie Holstead; and one son Robert A. Holstead, Jr.; and six grandchildren, Buster and Brad Bourgeois, Danielle Clapinski and husband Greg, Chand and Megan Mahaffey and Hilary Thompson; and one great-grandson; Andrew Clapinski. He is also survived by his sister Mary Beth Carr and husband Bob and four nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents Clarence Otis and Jimmie Howard Holstead and brother Clarence. His pallbearers, senior players from each of his eight state championship football teams, are Dick Brown, Billy Foster, Wayne Noland, Leonard "Pops" Neumann, Paul Machen, Randy Collins, Jimbo Paxton, and Darryl Ellerbee. Honorary pallbearers are his Louisiana Tech teammates fondly known as the "NAAGQ."

Mildred R. Anderson, 81
BASTROP — Mildred Raborn Anderson, a homemaker, 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 Christ Church Cemetery.

Maggie L. Ballard, 84
DALLAS — Maggie L. Ballard, a retired pastry clerk, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Concord Missionary Baptist Church, Dallas. Wake services are 7-8 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Laurel Land Memorial Park Cemetery, Dallas under the direction of Cooper and Wilson Funeral Directors, Dallas.

Myron Arvid Berndt, 70
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Myron Arvid Berndt, a carpenter, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 9 a.m.-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Beulah Cemetery, Oak Grove.

Mary Bingham, 86
WISNER — Mary Bingham died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. Friday at Richardson & Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Hope Estate Cemetery.

Napolein Joe Brown, 74
RAYVILLE — Napolein Joe Brown died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Jerry A. Culpepper, 64
JONESBORO — Jerry A. Culpepper, a heavy equipment operator, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 4:30-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Springhill Cemetery.

Bobbie Jean Edwards, 80
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Bobbie Jean Edwards, an office manager, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 9 a.m. today at Providence Memorial Cemetery, Lake Providence under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Lake Providence.

Dominick Emerson, 29
Dominick Emerson of Monroe died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Mary L. Esters, 88
Mary L. Esters of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at New Galilee Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Ruthie Fulford, 81
DELHI — Ruthie Fulford, a retired owner of Ruthie's Flowers, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.

Danela Hemphill, 23
Danela Hemphill of Monroe, a student, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Ollie Jackson, 63
Ollie Jackson of Monroe, a nurse, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Parkview Church of Christ, Monroe. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Holly Grove Cemetery, Rayville under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Monroe.

Eva Johnston, 88
BOSSIER CITY — Eva Johnston, a homemaker formerly of Farmerville, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Gerald 'V.J.' Jones, 69
GILBERT — Gerald "V.J." Jones, a retired ironworker and farmer, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Jigger Apostolic Church. Visitation is 5 p.m. today until service time at the church. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery, Winnsboro under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Rita D. Leonard, 58
LONGVIEW, Texas — Rita Dillingham Leonard, an executive secretary formerly of Monroe, died Monday. Graveside service are 10 a.m. Friday at Riverview Cemetery. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Ricky W. Lowery Sr., 42
EROS — Ricky Wayne Lowery Sr., a construction worker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is noon until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Twin Cities Memorial Gardens, West Monroe.

Emanuel Marshall, 73
RAYVILLE — Emanuel Marshall, a welder, died Thursday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 3-6 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Love and Charity Cemetery.

Sherry McClain Morris, 57
EROS — Sherry McClain Morris, a U.S. Postal Service rural carrier, died Tuesday. Memorial services are 10 a.m. today at Living Way Apostolic Church, West Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Roosevelt Nash, 79
RAYVILLE — Roosevelt Nash, a security officer, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Joe Baptist Church, Mangham. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in St. Matthew Cemetery, Mangham.

Ruby Brown Nolley, 91
JONESBORO — Ruby Brown Nolley died Wednesday. Services are 3 p.m. today at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Walnut Ridge Cemetery, Quitman.

Barbara Jean W. Regan, 81
Barbara Jean Wallace Regan of Monroe, co-owner of Regan Office Supply, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Mario Rosales, 68
PIONEER — Mario Rosales, a town of Oak Grove maintenance person, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at First United Pentecostal Church, Oak Grove. Visitation is until service time today. Burial will be in McGaha Memorial Cemetery at Red Wing under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Olin Baker Saulsbury, 73
Olin Baker Saulsbury of Monroe, a retired banker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at First United Methodist Church, Loop Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Forest Park Cemetery, Shreveport under the direction of at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Carl A. Taylor, 74
FARMERVILLE — Carl A. Taylor, a truck driver, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Beulah Baptist Church, Farmerville. Burial will be in Beulah Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

LaKeshia C. Williams, 24
LaKeshia Clark Williams of Monroe died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Rose of Sharon Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. at the church. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Monroe.

Trudie Williams, 93
HOMER — Trudie Williams, a homemaker, died Feb. 28. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Center Spring CME Church, Homer. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Forest Grove CME Cemetery, Homer under the direction of King's Funeral Home, Ruston.

Glenn Wiggins, 35
HOUSTON — Glenn Wiggins formerly of Clayton, died Feb. 28. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Previously acknowledged:
Brown, Emily M.: noon today, Brownville Baptist Church, Columbia.
Hampton Jr., Joe: 10 a.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Hayden, Timothy Michael: 2 p.m. today, Eros United Methodist Church.
Miles, Lillie Mae: 11 a.m. Friday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Grambling.
Pleasant, Viola: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Luke Baptist Church, Alto.
Riley Sr., Roy B.: 2 p.m. today, First United Methodist Church, Jonesville.
Shipman, Billie Jean Kelly: 11 a.m. today, Pine Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, Bastrop.
Trimble, Leroy Lawrence: 1 p.m. today, New Light Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Williams, Terence: 11 a.m. today, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe

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

EVA JOHNSTON FARRAR FUNERAL HOME Farmerville, LA Funeral services for Eva Johnston, 88, of Marion will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, at Farrar Funeral Home with Bro. James Mooney officiating. Burial will be in Liberty Hill-Taylor Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mrs. Johnston, a homemaker, died March 5, 2008. She was a member of Marion Assembly of God Church. She is preceded in death by her husband, Emmette Johnston; sister, Selma Cofield and brother, Paul Jinks. Survivors include son, Glynn Johnston & wife, Ruth; 3 daughters: JoAnn Ramsey, Christy Quick & Karen Johnston; 2 brothers: Vaughn Jinks & wife, Pansy and Lamar Jinks & wife, Kim; 3 sisters: Doris Keene, Marie Farmer & Beatrice Gray; 6 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; 1 great-great grandson and a host of other relatives and friends. Pallbearers are: Craig Johnston, Curtis Ramsey, Dean Ramsey, Duane Jinks, Jacob Ramsey and Jamie Morganthal. Visitation will be 5:00 PM til 8:00 PM Friday at Farrar Funeral Home. Online messages may be sent to the family at www.farrarfh.com.

FRANK STANTON HEAD Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro, La Funeral Services for Mr. Frank Stanton Head, 81, of Sulphur, LA, will be held at 3:00 PM Sunday, March 9, 2008 at Chatham Baptist Church, Chatham, LA Rev. R.C. Smith will officiate. Burial will follow at Chatham Cemetery, Chatham, LA under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro, LA. Visitation will begin Sunday, March 9, 2008 from 2:00 PM until time of service at the church. Mr. Head passed away on Monday, March 3, 2008 at 4:25 PM in Sulphur, LA. Frank Stanton Head was born on January 6, 1927, on the family farm, south of Eros, LA. His parents were Jesse George and Helen Allena (Garrett) Head. He had an older brother, Jesse Garrett, two older sisters, Mellie Mason "Sissie" (Morris) and Frances Roberta (Adkins), and two younger sisters, Mary Helen and Betty Lou (DeRouen). In 1943 he graduated from Chatham High School. He honorably served his country in the U.S. Navy from 1945-1946 and again from 1950-1952. In 1952 he was married to Martha Joyce Taylor and they built their home in Westlake, LA. They were blessed with three children, Linda Carol, Janise Diana, and David Stanton. After several years of attending night classes and while working full time at Davison Chemical Company, Frank enrolled full time at McNeese State University and received his Bachelor of Science degree in 1969 with a double major in Mathematics and Physics. He retired from W.R. Grace as a Plant Engineer after 31 years. Frank was a quiet and patient father as well as a talented and gifted man. He needed more space to build and repair, or "tinker" as his family fondly said, so he built a large workshop. In this haven of tools and machines, he made games and puzzles for his children. Once, his daughters hurried home from school because a TV repairman would be at the home--they had never seen a repairman since they knew their daddy could do anything! His son was fortunate to have a dad who knew cars and how to keep them running. Frank enjoyed reading and was often was seen with a book in hand if he wasn't tinkering in the workshop. Frank accepted Jesus as his personal Savior as a twelve-year-old boy in Sunday School at Chatham Baptist Church. As a parent he took his family to church each time the doors were open. He faithfully served God as a church Deacon and director of the Youth Department at 1st Baptist Church of Westlake, LA for many years. He led by example. Later in life, as a single man, he attended Magnolia Baptist Church in Big Woods, LA before moving to Sulphur. Frank is survived by his three children: Linda Burrows and husband Gerald of Oklahoma City, Ok; Janise Crumpler and husband Tim of Sulphur; and David Head and wife Marie of Big Woods, LA. His legacy includes sixteen grandchildren: Kelley Burrows Gibson, Phillip Burrows, Stuart Burrows, Taylor Burrows, Cora Burrows, Kate Burrows, Ting Burrows, Amy Crumpler Mayo, Jacob Crumpler, Seth Crumpler, Claire Crumpler, Gracie Crumpler, Cole Crumpler, Garrett Head, John Thomas Head, Phillip Head and eight great grandchildren. He is survived by his children's mother, Joyce Head of Sulphur; Dee Head, mother of three grandsons, of Sulphur; brother, Jess; sisters, Sissy, Frances, and Betty Lou; and his friend of many years, Pauline Hooper of Sulphur, LA. He is preceded in death by his parents; an infant sister; a three-year-old sister, Mary Helen Head; and sister-in-law, Vern Head. The family wishes to thank their beloved Dad's caretakers of many years, Lucille Poole and Susan O'Connor and the angels of Odyssey Hospice for their recent help.

JOSEPHINE STANSELL Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Funeral services for Josephine Stansell, 86, of Rayville will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, March 8, 2008 at the Brown-Holley Funeral Chapel in Rayville with Rev. Harold Spillers and Rev. Bruce Underwood officiating. Interment will follow in the Rayville Masonic Cemetery in Rayville under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Josephine Stansell was born on April 2, 1921 and passed away on Thursday, March 06, 2008. Mrs. Stansell was a member of the Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, Rayville. She was a loving mother, grandmother, who loved her family. Her family surrounded her as she passed on to be with the Lord. She was preceded in death by her husband, J.B. Stansell; parents, Clyde and Mary Gaston; brothers, Wimp Gaston, Pete Gaston, and Leon Gaston and her sister, Nettie Ireen Gaston. Survivors include her Children, Mary Underwood and husband, John of Monroe, Bennie Stansell and wife, Shelvia of St. Joseph, LA, Joyce Piercy and husband, Clyde of Dunn, Barbara Pierce and husband, Therrell of Alexandria, LA, Kenneth Stansell and wife, Rebecca of Rayville, and Brenda Rawls and husband, Mitchell of Pioneer; Sister, Opal Jones and husband, Thomas of Rayville; Sister-In-Law, Mamie Gaston of Andrews, TX; 18-Grandchildren, 39-Great Grandchildren and 10-Great-Great Grandchildren. Pallbearers will be her grandsons. Honorary pallbearers will be great grandsons. Visitation will be 5:00 PM 9:00 PM, Friday, March 7, 2008 at Brown-Holley Funeral Home in Rayville. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneral homes.com

MAGGIE L. BALLARD COOPER AND WILSON FUNERAL DIRECTORS Dallas, TX Wake Service Friday 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Celebratory Service 1:00 PM Saturday. Both services will be held at Concord Missionary Baptist Church 6808 Pastor Bailey Dr. Interment, Laurel Land Cemetery , Minister Harry Rick Jordan Officiant. Wayne L. Cooper, FDIC

THERESA DANIELA HEMPHILL Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Theresa Daniela Hemphill, 23, of Monroe, will be held at 3:00 PM Sunday, March 9, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Dr. F. Randy Harper officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Ms. Hemphill passed away Wednesday, March 5, 2008, at Christus Shumpert Hospital in Shreveport, LA. She was a graduate of Ouachita Parish High School and a nursing student at Louisiana Technical College. She was preceded in death by her grandfather, James L. Hemphill; and aunt, Janice Hilburn. Survivors include her parents, Damon and Theresa Hemphill; sister, Lindsay Hemphill; grandparents, James and Betty Shows, and Lorraine and Hollis Plumley; uncles and aunts, Donna Hemphill, Ronnie Hemphill, Jeff Hemphill, Gary Hemphill, Barbara Shows, Susie McQuillin, Carolyn Dickleman, Marilyn Gross, James W. Shows, and James David Shows; and numerous other family and friends. Pallbearers will be Lane McQuillin, Jerry McQuillin, Kenny McQuillin, David McQuillin, Matthew Smith, Shane McQuillin, Chris McQuillin, and Josh Carter. Visitation will be Saturday from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Napoleon Joe Brown, 74
OAK GROVE — Napoleon Joe Brown died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Mattie Lee Cockerham, 70
SIMSBORO — Mattie Lee Cockerham, a retired custodian, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Grambling Memorial Gardens.

Joe L. Douglas, 62
FARMERVILLE — Joe L. Douglas, an IMC employee, died Tuesday. Services are noon Saturday at Blooming Grove Baptist Church, Farmerville. Visitation is 10 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery, Truxno, under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Ruthie Fulford, 81
DELHI — Ruthie Fulford, a retired florist and owner of Ruthie's Flower Shop, died Sunday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Delhi Masonic Cemetery. Visitation is 10 a.m. until noon Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.

Timothy Roy Hicks, 49
FORT SMITH, Ark. — Timothy Roy Hicks, a welder formerly of Winnsboro, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Hattie May Martin, 100
RUSTON — Hattie May Martin died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Saphira D. Stringer, infant
Saphira DaNay Stringer of Monroe, the infant daughter of Sherry Lee Williams and Jabari D. Stringer, died Monday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Monday at Macedonia Church Cemetery, Choudrant, under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Daisy Mae Warden, 79
CLAYTON — Daisy Mae Warden died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Rosa Williams, 60
TALLULAH — Rosa Williams died Feb. 28. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at First Kingdom Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Oakwood Cemetery.

Previously acknowledged:
Anderson, Mildred Raborn: 2 p.m. today, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Ballard, Maggie L.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Concord Missionary Baptist Church, Dallas.
Berndt, Myron Arvid: 10 a.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Bingham, Mary: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Culpepper, Jerry A.: 10 a.m. today, Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Esters, Mary L.: 11 a.m. Saturday, New Galilee Baptist Church, Monroe.
Jones, Gerald "V.J.": 2 p.m. today, Jigger Apostolic Church.
Leonard, Rita Dillingham: 10 a.m. today, Riverview Cemetery, Monroe.
Marshall, Emanuel: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, Rayville.
Miles, Lillie Mae: 11 a.m. today, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Grambling.
Nash, Roosevelt: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Joe Baptist Church, Mangham.
Pleasant, Viola: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Luke Baptist Church, Alto.
Williams, LaKeshia Clark: 11 a.m. Saturday, Rose of Sharon Baptist Church, Monroe.
Williams, Trudie: 11 a.m. Saturday, Center Spring CME Church, Homer

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

HATTIE MAY MARTIN Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Hattie May Simonton Martin, age 100, of Ruston, LA will be held at Cook Baptist Church at 2:00PM, Sunday, March 9, 2008, with Dr. Mike Holloway, Rev. Dayton Doughty and Rev. Kevin Daniel officiating. Burial will follow in Vienna Cemetery under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Ruston, LA. Mrs. Martin was preceded in death by her husband, J. W. "Bill" Martin; her granddaughter: Susan James Smith; great granddaughter: Sara June Martin. She is survived by two sons: Leonard (Betty Jean) Martin and Bill (Chris) Martin, all of Ruston, LA; two daughters: Bettye (Ted) James of Albuquerque, NM and Mary (James) Dugdale of Choudrant, LA; 13 grandchildren: Bill (Sandra) Martin of West Monroe, LA Scott (Claudia) Martin of Ruston, LA, Phillip (Fran) Martin of Hot Springs, AR, Steve (Becky) Martin and Stacey (Dondra) Martin of West Monroe, LA, Mike (Melba) Martin of Homer, LA, Marti (Tim) Garlington of Calhoun, LA, Pat (Jennifer) Ball, Ruth (James) Nail and Todd (Mindy) James, all of Albuquerque, NM, Theresa (Kevin) Daniel of Choudrant, LA, Libby (Robert) O'Neal of Trophy Club, TX and Amy (Mark) Taylor of Choudrant, LA; 42 great-grandchildren, 20 great great-grandchildren; sister-in-law: Gertie Wilder Simonton of Cedar Park, TX and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. Grandchildren will serve as pallbearers and honorary pallbearers. Visitation will be Saturday, March 8, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Owens Memorial Chapel. Online condolences may be sent to: www.owensmemorial funeralhome.com

LOUISE WALTERS WRIGHT Gill First National Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA. Funeral services for Louise Walters Wright, 92 of Crowville, will be at 2:00 PM Sunday March 9, 2008 at the Crowville United Methodist Church under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home in Winnsboro, LA with Rev. Chris Thomas and Rev. Marcelle Crow officiating. Interment will follow at Crowvillle Masonic Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Gill Funeral Home. Louise was born on January 8, 1916 in Winnsboro to Percy and Asha Donnell Walters and she passed from this life on March 6, 2008 at St. Francis North Hospital in Monroe. She was a member of the Crowville United Methodist Church. She loved quilting, crocheting, flowers and gardening. She was preceded in death by her husband: John Marshall Wright Sr.; Daughter: Bobbie Jean Vickers; two brothers: Joe Walters, Sr. and Percy Eugene Walters, Jr.; two sisters: Grace Walters and Mary Lois Walters. She is survived by one son: John Wright, Jr. and his wife Carolyn of Sterlington; one daughter: Carol Doherty of Monroe; one brother: Elbert Walters of Fort Worth, TX; one sister: Ruby Bradley of Delhi; five grandchildren: Drew Vickers, Vicki Calhoun, Terri Coleman, Kelley Doherty, and Erin Doherty; two great-grandchildren: Damion Calhoun and his daughter Hailey, and Spencer Vickers. Pallbearers will be nephews. To view video tribute or send online condolences visit www.gillfirstnational.com

Charles Marcello Buono, 84
Charles Marcello Buono of Monroe, a retired jet-engine mechanic, died Friday. Private services were held under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Rev. Arthur Head, 85
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The Rev. Arthur Head, a retired minister formerly of Monroe, died Thursday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Spaulding Funeral Home, Los Angeles. A local visitation will be held 1-6 p.m. Tuesday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Darren Edward Jacobson, 34
COLUMBIA — Darren Edward Jacobson, owner of D&H Express Lube and Service Center in Olla, died Saturday. Services are 3 p.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Burial will be in Rosefield Cemetery, Rosefield.Peggy Anders Miller, 64
PORT ARTHUR, Texas — Peggy Jean Anders Miller, formerly of Winnsboro, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Edna Blount Morgan, 83
FERRIDAY — Edna Blount Morgan, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home.

Carol Mosley Pleasant, 65
Carol Mosley Pleasant of West Monroe, an office manager, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Carl Rankin, 45
Carl Rankin of Monroe, a truck driver, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-2 p.m. Tuesday at the mausoleum.

W.D. 'Buster' Self, 91
JONESBORO — W.D. "Buster" Self, a retired road foreman, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at First Baptist Church, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Garden of Memories Cemetery under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home.

Eloise Silman, 83
Eloise Silman of West Monroe, a retired seamstress, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Pentecostals of Twin Cities Church. Burial will be in Twin Cities Memorial Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home.

Tristen Alexander Skipper, infant
ST. JOSEPH — Tristen Alexander Skipper, son of Olivia and Joshua Skipper, died Saturday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Ernest Cooper Statham, 81
Ernest Cooper Statham of West Monroe, a retired welder, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home.

Leon Butler Wyles Sr., 83
FERRIDAY — Leon Butler Wyles Sr., owner of convenience stores, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Comer Funeral Home. Burial will be in Oakley Cemetery,

Gilbert. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.
Ballett, Sharika DaNay: 1 p.m. today, Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.
Barrios, Oralia "Lottie": 11 a.m. Tuesday, Bethel Hispanic Baptist Church, Bernice.
Scoby, Garland Lamar: 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Scott, Michael: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe.
Smith, Neal Dwight "N.D.": 10 a.m. today, Ebenezer Baptist Church, Jonesboro.
Stringer, Saphira DaNay: 11 a.m. today, Macedonia Church Cemetery, Choudrant.
Ward Jr., James Albert: 10 a.m. today, Houston, Texas National Cemetery

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

DARREN EDWARD JACOBSON Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Darren Edward Jacobson, age 34 of Copenhagen Community, Columbia will be held at 3 PM, Monday, March 10, 2008 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Stan Wyant officiating. Interment will follow in the Rosefield Cemetery in Rosefield. Mr. Jacobson was born in Monroe on February 22, 1974 and died Saturday, March 8, 2008 in Columbia from injuries received in an automobile accident. He owned and operated D & H Express Lube and Service Center in Olla. He was also a member of the Holum Baptist Church. He was an avid outdoorsman and loved his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandfather: W.E."Jake" Jacobson Survivors include his wife: Hollen Gay Jacobson, his children: David Harrison Jacobson, Sarah Ramsey Jacobson and Emilyanne Morgan Jacobson all of Copenhagen Community, Columbia, his parents: Dennis and Janis Jacobson of West Monroe, his brother and sister-in-law: Chris and Michelle Jacobson of Tyler, TX, his sister: Melissa Jacobson of Waco, TX, his father-in-law and mother-in-law: Tom and Kem Gay of Columbia, his maternal grandparents: Archie and Virginia Wyant of Columbia, his aunt and uncle: Sue and Gary Jacobson of Sterlington, his niece: McKenzie Jacobson, his grandmother-in-law: Dr. Margaret Wilder of Ruston and a host of other family members. Pallbearers will be Chris Hunt, Jon Cader, Russell Flint, Richard Davis, Landon McGrew, Charlie Lafferty, Nick Rowland Paul Duke and Denious Jacobson . Any planned memorials may be made to the Gideons, First United Methodist Church of Columbia or the Holum Baptist Church. Visitation will be Sunday from 4 PM until 9 PM. and Monday from 9 AM until time of services at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 Hwy 165, Columbia.

ELOISE SILMAN Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Eloise Silman, 83 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, March 10, 2008, at The Pentecostals of the Twin Cities Church in West Monroe, LA, with Rev. Fred Foster and Rev. Mark Foster officiating. Interment to follow at Twin City Memorial Gardens in West Monroe, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home-West Monroe. Mrs. Silman was born August 16, 1924 in Joyce, LA and died Friday, March 7, 2008 in West Monroe. Mrs. Silman was member of The Pentecostals of the Twin Cities, and retired as a seamstress with Fashion Cleaners after many years of service. She was preceded in death by her sons, David Boles, Gary Silman and George Silman; daughter, Barbara Boles; granddaughter, Rhonda Atkins; brothers, Garland Boles and Claude Boles; and a sister, Faye Johnson. Mrs. Silman is survived by her children, Phillip Silman, Dennis Silman and wife Denise, Patsy Castle and husband Jimmy, James Silman and Carolyn Quick; brothers, Horace Boles and wife Dorothy, Carl Boles and Sammie Boles; sisters, Lucille Greer, Annie Ardis, Mary DeYoung and Maurice Rhodes; 20 grandchildren and 30 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Heath Quick, Brandon Silman, Corbin Silman, Brian Walker, Cesar Romero and Ben Daniels. Visitation will be held from 4:00 PM until 8:00 Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Landmark Nursing Home for their wonderful care, and special nurse Cherilyn, Antie Loved You. Online condolences may be sent to wwwkilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

GEORGE R. THOMAS Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. George R. Thomas, 84, of Monroe, La. will be 2:00 PM Sunday, March 9, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Monroe, La. Officiating will be Rev. Bill Bearden and Rev. Jim Ragsdale, interment will follow at Monroe Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Mr. Thomas was born January 13, 1924 in Pounding Mill, Virginia and passed away March 7, 2008 in Monroe, La. He was Owner of Thomas Auto Parts and Salvage and Thomas Napa Auto Parts. Mr. Thomas was in the U.S. Army during World War II and the Korean War. He was preceded in death by his father, Claude F. Thomas , mother, Elva Johnson Thomas. Mr. Thomas is survived by his wife of 59 ½ years: Jo Edith Thomas, daughter; Melissa Jo Thomas Green and husband Kenneth, sons; Byron R. Thomas and wife Mary Jane, George B. Thomas and wife Abbie, John T. Thomas and wife Ramona, grandsons; Ken Green and wife Michelle, Mark Green and wife Ginger, John Green and wife Christi, Colby Thomas, Seth Thomas, Joshua Thomas and wife Kelley, Jonathan Thomas, Joseph Thomas, Trey Thomas, Hunter Hearn, granddaughter; Kaitlin Thomas. Sisters; Mary Staggs, Gennette Smith, Sue Lockhart, Louise Dowell, brother; Jack Dowell. Also survived by seven great grandchildren, and numerous nephews and nieces and lifetime friends. Pallbearers will be: Ken Green, Mark Green, John Green, Colby Thomas, Seth Thomas, Joshua Thomas, Jonathan Thomas, Trey Thomas. Honorary pallbearers will be: Hunter Hearn, Joseph Thomas. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Saturday, March 8, 2008 and 1:00 PM until service time on Sunday, March 9, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. The family would like to give special thanks to Hospice Care for love and support. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

MARTHA HATCHELL RIGBY Osborn Funeral Home Shreveport, LA Following a private graveside service, a memorial service and celebration of the life of Martha Hatchell Rigby will be held in the Sanctuary of First Presbyterian Church, 900 Jordan St. in Shreveport on Monday March 10, 2008 at 2:00 PM. A reception will follow in the church dining room. Mrs. Rigby died March 7, 2008 at Willis Knighton Medical Center from complications resulting from a fall. Born and raised in Monroe, Martha made her home in Shreveport. Her dedication to her church and her family was a source of joy and pride in her life as were her many lifelong friendships. Dedication to those she loved defined her life. Martha was born July 24, 1934, in Monroe, Louisiana and graduated from Ouachita Parish High School. She earned a Bachelors of Arts from Sophie Newcomb College with a major in education. Martha was a Chi Omega. She returned to Monroe where she met Dr. Russell Owen Rigby who was serving his residency. She was a second grade teacher at Lexington School until her marriage on September 13, 1958 when the Rigbys moved to Shreveport. She was an active member of First Presbyterian Church serving as a Deacon and Sunday School teacher and was awarded Life Membership in Presbyterian Women. Her service to the community included membership in the Shreveport Medical Auxiliary and the Junior League. Enriching the lives of her children was her lifelong focus. She gave her time and energy to Southfield School serving as chairman of Book Fair, room mother, as a member of the First Ladies of Southfield, and in sponsoring a summer camp for Southfield students on the Rigby farm. "Granmomma's" love and commitment was abundantly spread amongst her grandchildren. She was a fixture fan of youth sports, hardly missing a grandchild's game or school activity. She maintained dear friendships from all times of her life and will be fondly remembered by many. Martha was especially blessed by the years spent with her Wednesday Bible Study Group. She was preceded in death by her parents, William Reginald and Lois Read Hatchell and by her husband Dr. Russell Owen Rigby. She is survived by her sister Beverly Hatchell Yancey and husband William Langston Yancey Jr. of Rayville, La., son Russell Owen Rigby Jr., daughters Beverly Rigby Dickson, Martha Adelyn Rigby, by their spouses Joan Doughty Rigby and Paul Meade Dickson, and by her grandchildren Jacob Allen Dickson, Paul Meade Dickson Jr., Catherine Dorothy Rigby, Russell Reginald Dickson, Elizabeth Joan Rigby and Clayton Rigby Dickson, all of Shreveport. Her grandsons will serve as pall bearers. The family wishes to thank Dr. P.V. Blanchard for his years of compassionate care. Memorials may be made to Southfield School or First Presbyterian Church.

Peggy Anders Miller, 64
PORT ARTHUR, Texas — Peggy Jean Anders Miller, formerly of Winnsboro, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Edna Blount Morgan, 83
FERRIDAY — Edna Blount Morgan, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home.

Carol Mosley Pleasant, 65
Carol Mosley Pleasant of West Monroe, an office manager, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Carl Rankin, 45
Carl Rankin of Monroe, a truck driver, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-2 p.m. Tuesday at the mausoleum.

W.D. 'Buster' Self, 91
JONESBORO — W.D. "Buster" Self, a retired road foreman, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at First Baptist Church, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Garden of Memories Cemetery under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home.

Eloise Silman, 83
Eloise Silman of West Monroe, a retired seamstress, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Pentecostals of Twin Cities Church. Burial will be in Twin Cities Memorial Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home.

Tristen Alexander Skipper, infant
ST. JOSEPH — Tristen Alexander Skipper, son of Olivia and Joshua Skipper, died Saturday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Ernest Cooper Statham, 81
Ernest Cooper Statham of West Monroe, a retired welder, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home.

Leon Butler Wyles Sr., 83
FERRIDAY — Leon Butler Wyles Sr., owner of convenience stores, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Comer Funeral Home. Burial will be in Oakley Cemetery,

Gilbert. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.
Ballett, Sharika DaNay: 1 p.m. today, Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.
Barrios, Oralia "Lottie": 11 a.m. Tuesday, Bethel Hispanic Baptist Church, Bernice.
Scoby, Garland Lamar: 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Scott, Michael: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe.
Smith, Neal Dwight "N.D.": 10 a.m. today, Ebenezer Baptist Church, Jonesboro.
Stringer, Saphira DaNay: 11 a.m. today, Macedonia Church Cemetery, Choudrant.
Ward Jr., James Albert: 10 a.m. today, Houston, Texas National Cemetery

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

ERA V. CALDWELL Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA God has called another saint home. Era V. Caldwell, 89, formerly of Crowville, LA went home to be with the Lord on March 9, 2008. Services will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday, March 11, 2008 at Bethany Full Gospel Church, Crowville, LA with Brother Ron Charrier officiating. Interment will follow in the Crowville Masonic Cemetery. Mrs. Era V. was a prayer warrior for God. Everything she did, evolved around prayer. She was preceded in death by her husband, J.B. "Buck" Caldwell ; son, James E. Caldwell; granddaughter, Cindy Caldwell. Survivors include sons, Dalton "Bunk' and wife Patricia of Laurel, MS, and Bobby Caldwell and wife Rita of Monroe, LA; daughter, Millie Thomas and husband Jerry of Sterlington, LA; sister, Nola Busby of Winnsboro, LA; ten grandchildren; fifteen great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be her grandsons, Rhodney Cook, Greg Caldwell, Dal Caldwell, Scotty Caldwell, Craig Caldwell, Ran Caldwell, and David Caldwell. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Monday, March 10, 2008 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe and Tuesday, March 11, 2008 from !:00 PM until service time at the church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

REV. CHARLES F. TOLBIRD Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral service for Rev. Charles F. Tolbird 86, of West Monroe, LA, will be held at 10:00 AM Tuesday, March 11, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home-West Monroe with Rev. Robert Mercer, Rev. Robert Hill, Rev. Eugene Brown and Rev. Troy Patrick officiating. Interment will follow at Old Lapine Methodist Cemetery off Charlie Griggs Road in West Monroe, under the Kilpatrick Funeral Home-West Monroe. Rev. Tolbird was born February 24, 1922 in West Monroe, LA and died March 9, 2008 in West Monroe, LA. He served his country proudly in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Rev. Tolbird was an ordained Assembly of God minister serving his congregation for over 55 years. He had pastored numerous churches throughout Northeast Louisiana. Rev. Tolbird loved Gods word, and was loved by all who knew him. He was known by many as the walking bible because of his knowledge and memory of God's word. Rev. Tolbird was a member of Seigle Assembly of God Church in West Monroe. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Sadie Tisdale, Gertie Evans, and Ruth Sanders and a grandchild, Tammy Bollier. Survivors include his wife, Mary E. Tolbird; daughter, Barbara Hite and husband Johnny, Charlene Bollier and husband Joey, Marilyn Lee and husband Mitchell; son, Rev. Loy Tolbird and wife Shelly; sister, Eunice Williamson and husband Eldridge; brother, Curtis Tolbird and wife, Billie; 10 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Scott Williams, Daron Hemphill, Marlin Hataway, Michael Trichel, Jerry Kilpatrick and Evan Kilpatrick. Honorary pallbearer will be Daniel Hill. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Monday, March 10, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes. com

Peggy Anders Miller, 64
PORT ARTHUR, Texas — Peggy Jean Anders Miller, formerly of Winnsboro, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Edna Blount Morgan, 83
FERRIDAY — Edna Blount Morgan, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home.

Carol Mosley Pleasant, 65
Carol Mosley Pleasant of West Monroe, an office manager, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Carl Rankin, 45
Carl Rankin of Monroe, a truck driver, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-2 p.m. Tuesday at the mausoleum.

W.D. 'Buster' Self, 91
JONESBORO — W.D. "Buster" Self, a retired road foreman, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. today at First Baptist Church, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Garden of Memories Cemetery under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home.

Eloise Silman, 83
Eloise Silman of West Monroe, a retired seamstress, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Pentecostals of Twin Cities Church. Burial will be in Twin Cities Memorial Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home.

Tristen Alexander Skipper, infant
ST. JOSEPH — Tristen Alexander Skipper, son of Olivia and Joshua Skipper, died Saturday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Ernest Cooper Statham, 81
Ernest Cooper Statham of West Monroe, a retired welder, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home.

Leon Butler Wyles Sr., 83
FERRIDAY — Leon Butler Wyles Sr., owner of convenience stores, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Comer Funeral Home. Burial will be in Oakley Cemetery, Gilbert. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Ballett, Sharika DaNay: 1 p.m. today, Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.
Barrios, Oralia "Lottie": 11 a.m. Tuesday, Bethel Hispanic Baptist Church, Bernice.
Scoby, Garland Lamar: 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Scott, Michael: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe.
Smith, Neal Dwight "N.D.": 10 a.m. today, Ebenezer Baptist Church, Jonesboro.
Stringer, Saphira DaNay: 11 a.m. today, Macedonia Church Cemetery, Choudrant.
Ward Jr., James Albert: 10 a.m. today, Houston, Texas National Cemetery

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

CAROL MOSLEY (RUSTY) PLEASANT Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Funeral services for Carol Mosley (Rusty) Pleasant, 65, of West Monroe will be held at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday March 12, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Rev. Terry Bostick officiating. Burial will follow in Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home. Mrs. Pleasant died March 9, 2008 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe. Rusty was loved by many people. Her family and especially her grandchildren were her reason for living. She loved to go see them perform and very seldom missed a performance, awards day or any special event in their lives. She also loved to play cards with her friends. She served as President for two years in the Mon Amie Newcomer Club where she made many wonderful friends. Several of them traveled together and called themselves the Butterfly Club and just recently went to Branson and had a wonderful time. Rusty was an amazing friend, great storyteller (as all her grandkids will verify), the best mom anyone could ask for and a wonderful wife for over 45 years. She will be forever missed. Survivors include her husband, Joe Pleasant; son, Joey Pleasant and wife Melinda; daughter, Christy Dulaney and husband Lance; grandchildren, Christopher Pleasant Gabrielle Bourgeois, Luke Dulaney, Nick Pleasant, Joe Michael Pleasant, Sarah Dulaney and Josh Bourgeois; brother, Tommy Mosley and wife Mattie. Pallbearers will be Bert Wiggins, Miles Luke, Herb Scribner, Joe Daniel, Danny Knowles and Jim Bordreaux. Honorary Pallbearers will be Mon Amie Newcomer Club Members, Miles Tolleson, Tony Tuminello and Bob Oden. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Tuesday March 11, 2008 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation or the American Heart Association. Online registry/condolence www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

DANNY JOE HATTEN MULHEARN FUNERAL HOME WEST MONROE, LA " Should I die tomorrow I have lived, Should I never love again, I have loved just knowing you has made my life fulfilled . Should I die tomorrow I have lived. " On Saturday March 8, 2008 God took home one of his sons Danny Joe Hatten at 34 to be with him in eternity. Funeral services for Danny will be at Fairpark Baptist Church West Monroe, LA at 10:00 AM Wednesday March 12, 2008. Rev. Waymon Warren and Rev. Jeff Autrey officiating. Burial will be following at Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe. Visitation with Danny's family will be at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Tuesday March 11,2008. Danny would have been married to the love of his life Pamela Autrey Hatten for 17th years Sunday March the 9th. He leaves behind with her the three most precious daughters parents could want, Caitlyn , Kayla , and Corie . He was preceded in death by grandfathers, Morris Crain and Dale Hatten. He is also survived by his mother and stepfather Debbie and Don Lieber of West Monroe, LA, father and step-mother Steve and Bonnie Hatten of Strong, AR; baby sister April Ragusa, and husband Paul of Delhi, LA: grandmothers Ethel Hatten and Shirley Crain both of West Monroe, LA. Danny had many other brothers and sisters in his extended family; Donna and James Pridgen, Jr: Danny and Tamara Lieber; Brandon and Karen Pridgen; Mrs. Jody Wood; Kevin and Lacey Shipp; Robin and Rick Morgan; and many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Scott Banks, Kenny Beall, Rick McGahan, Scott Nettles, Joey Cowan, and Ron Marcus. Honorary Pallbearers will be Paul Ragusa and Lee Green. Online registry/condolence www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

EMMA LEE PENUELL BAKER Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral services for Emma Lee Penuell Baker, age 93, of Choudrant will be held at 10:00 A.M Wednesday March 12, 2008 at Alabama Presbyterian Church in Sibley. Officiating the service will be Rev. Bill Willis and Dr. Marshall Boyd. Interment will follow at the Sibley Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Mrs. Baker passed away at Lincoln General Hospital, Sunday, after a short illness. She was preceded in death by her husband, Clayton Baker; her parents: John Will and Emma Penuell; her brothers: Lane and Monard Penuell; sister: Evelyn Medaries and niece Sue Sanderson. She is survived by her two children: Ronny Baker and wife Dawn of Choudrant, Johnette Upchurch and husband John E. of Dubach; six grandchildren: Randy Upchurch of Sterlington, Suzy Jiles of Choudrant, Tracy Renfrow of Golden, Co. and Emily Wingfield of Sterlington, Clay Baker of Choudrant and Justin Baker of Baton Rouge; eleven great grandchildren, four great great grandchildren, and numerous loving nieces, and nephews. Her dedication to her church and her family was a source of joy and pride in her life as were her many lifelong friendships. Dedication to those she loved defined her life. The family would like to extend a special thanks to those at Alpine Health Care, Dr Wayne Owens, Dr. Ballard, and her nurses at Lincoln General Hospital for their special care. A very special thanks goes also to Nadine Rogers and Yvonne Austin for their love, care, and support the last few months of her life. Visitation will be form 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Tuesday March 11, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

ERNEST COOPER STATHAM Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, Louisiana Funeral Services for Mr. Ernest Cooper Statham, 81, of West Monroe, LA will be 2:00 PM Wednesday, March 12, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Rev. Ryan Chapman officiating. Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Garden Cemetery in Calhoun. Mr. Statham passed away on March 9, 2008 in West Monroe, LA. He is preceded in death by his "Baby Sister" Faith, parents, Harry and Myrine Statham, brothers, Rufus and Raymond Statham, good friend "Nephew" Billy Stanley. He served in the United Stated Navy during WWII. He enjoyed fishing, reading, playing dominos. He retired as a welding inspector and enjoyed being outside and traveling. He was a member of the West Monroe Moose Lodge 1723. He was a loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother. Survivors include his children, Butch Statham, Randy Statham, Susie Coates, Barbara Statham, Angela Malmay, James Parker and Sharon Parker; grandchildren, Eric Statham, Mike Statham, Julie Watson, Josh Statham and Madolyn Malmay; great-grandchildren, Ainsley Statham, Jaden Statham, Leann Thompson, Bryanna Watson and Parker Statham; brothers, Harry Statham, Otis Statham, Roy Statham, Rodney Statham, C.W. Statham, good friend "Nephew" Sam Stanley; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Tuesday, March 11, 2008 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the West Monroe Guest House Staff and Hospice Care of Louisiana. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MRS. ILA SPIVEY DAVIS Blanchard St. Denis Funeral Home Natchitoches, La Funeral services for Mrs. Ila Spivey Davis will be held Wednesday, March 12, 2008 at 11:00 AM in the chapel of Blanchard St. Denis Funeral Home with Reverend Wesley Jackson officiating. Visitation will be at the funeral home Tuesday, March 11, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 pm Burial will be at Memory Lawn Cemetery, Natchitoches, LA. Mrs. Ila Davis was born June 25, 1912 in Tabor City, NC to Henry Clay Spivey and Letie Faircloth Spivey. The Davis family moved to Natchitoches in 1948 where she was a member of Coldwater Baptist Church. She enjoyed teaching Sunday school for many years. Mrs Ila worked at Fishers Sporting Goods Store during her adult life. Those left to cherish her memory include her son George Clayton Davis and wife Judith of Wellington, AL. Two daughters Carolyn Eloise Davis Kilpatrick and husband Robert L. of Monroe, LA and Marcia Claudette Davis of Natchitoches. One Sister Mabel L. Mitchell of Tampa FL 7 Grandchildren and 9 Great-Grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Emmett Ray Davis, her parents Henry and Letie Spivey and one Grand Daughter Vicki Kilpatrick. Memorials may be made to a charity of your choice in Mrs. Ila's name. Online condolences may be extended to the Davis family by visiting www.blanchardstdenis funeralhome.com

Paul Burch, 70
HEBERT — Paul Burch, a retired carpenter, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Era V. Caldwell, 89
Era V. Caldwell of Monroe, formerly of Crowville, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Bethany Full gospel Church, Crowville. Burial will be in Crowville Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Cathey Castilaw, 44
SHREVEPORT — Cathey Castilaw died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Martha F. Chaney, 74
Martha Francis Chaney, a retired special education aide, died Sunday. Private graveside family services are at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

William Casey Craig, 27
BASTROP — William Casey Craig, a Ouachita Fertilizer mechanic, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Bonita Road Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 11 a.m. until service time today at the church. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop, under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Rev. Arthur Head, 85
Rev. Arthur Head of Monroe, a retired minister, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Spaulding Funeral Home, Los Angeles. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Lincoln Memorial Cemetery, Carson, Calif.

Robert L. Leslie, 70
WINNSBORO — Robert L. Leslie, a self employed carpenter, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Peggy Anders Miller, 64
PORT ARTHUR, Texas — Peggy Jean Anders Miller, formerly of Winnsboro, an artist and homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at First United Methodist Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday and 9 a.m.-noon Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro, and 1 p.m. until service time Thursday at the church. Burial will be in Myrtle Memorial Cemetery.

Edna Blount Morgan, 83
FERRIDAY — Edna Blount Morgan, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Monterey Church of Christ, Monterey. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in Monterey Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Emmett Nobles, 87
Emmett Nobles of West Monroe, a retired cotton ginner, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Johnny R. O'Mary, 84
PIONEER — Johnny Richard O'Mary, a farmer, died Monday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at New Forest Cemetery, Forest. Visitation is 3-8 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Carl Rankin, 45
Carl Rankin of Monroe, a truck driver, died Saturday. Services were 2 p.m. Monday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel, Monroe. Visitation was 1 p.m. until service time Monday at the mausoleum. Arrangements were under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Charles F. Tolbird, 86
Charles F. Tolbird of West Monroe, a retired minister, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Old Lapine Methodist Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Lawrence 'L.E.' Wells, 90
JONESBORO — Lawrence E. "L.E." Wells died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Southern Funeral Homes, Jonesboro.

Ronald E. Woodard, 59
Ronald Eugene Woodard of Monroe, a Vietnam veteran, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Barrios, Oralia "Lottie": 11 a.m. today, Bethel Hispanic Baptist Church, Bernice.
Scoby, Garland Lamar: 1:30 p.m. today, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Scott, Michael: 11 a.m. today, Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe.
Wyles Sr., Leon Butler: 11 a.m. today, Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

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

GENNIE LEE NEATHERY Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Gennie Lee Neathery, 76 of Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday, March 13, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home with Rev. Buddy Wade, Rev. Billy Taylor and Rev. Ron Lowe officiating. Interment will follow at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Neathery was born February 2, 1932 in Taylor, Arkansas and passed away March 10, 2008 in Monroe. She was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas H. Neathery; parents, Noah and Annie Bethany Spruell. Mrs. Neathery was a member of Francis Towers Senior Association, Red Hat Society, Francis Towers Coffee Club and the Reflections Club. Mrs. Neathery is survived by sons, Timothy Scott Neathery, David Ronald Neathery and wife Juanita; daughters; Debbie Chisolm and husband Sammy of Olla, LA, Sarah "Cricket" Bell and husband Alex; daughter-in-law, Christy Neathery; grandchildren; Jason & Jeffery Chisolm, Connie, Gennie, Deborah, Scotty, Tye, Coby, Angie, Hannah, Bethany, David Neathery, Brittany Martin, Dakin, Darin, Dusty Bell, Jaushua & Ashley Keefover, Kelley & Harley Bolton; great-grandchildren; Brandon, Tori, Sierra, Kayden, Dustin and Destiny; special sister-in-laws, Sally Hamm and Frances Neathery; numerous nieces and nephews; also survived by special friends of Francis Towers. Pallbearers will be Scotty Neathery, David Neathery, Dakin Bell, Darin Bell, Jeffrey Chisolm, Jason Chisolm, Dustin Bell and Tye Neathery. Honorary pallbearers will be Paul Hammond, Eric Williams, and A.C. Housley. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

GEORGIA BELLE GOZA OSKOIAN Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, Louisiana Funeral services for Mrs. Georgia Belle Goza Oskoian, 86, of Monroe, LA will be 10:00 AM Thursday, March 13, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe with Dr. Alan Miller officiating. Interment will follow at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Mrs. Oskoian was born October 30, 1921 in Monroe, LA and passed away March 10, 2008 in Monroe, LA. She was retired as Deputy Tax Assessor for the Ouachita Parish Tax Assessor. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Monroe, LA and the Eastern Star, Dixie Chapter. She was preceded in death by her father: Rufus J. Goza, Sr. and mother: Irene Keller Goza; son: George E. Oskoian, Jr.; brothers: Norman K. Goza and R. J. Goza, Jr. and sister: Joy Dee Goza Reed. Mrs. Oskoian is survived by her husband of 62 years, George Oskoian, Sr. of Monroe; sister: Frances Goza Curty of Monroe; grandsons: Tony Oskoian, Nicholas Oskoian, and Christopher Oskoian and granddaughter: Julia Oskoian of Pensacola, FL. Pallbearers will be Richard Freeland, Rick Chris, Connie Eppinette, Bryan Mitchell, Gary Savage, and Kevin Audirsch. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Wednesday, March 12, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, 201 St. John Street, Monroe, LA. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

PAUL B BURCH Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Paul B. Burch, age 71 of Columbia, will be held at 3:00 PM Wednesday, March 12, 2008, from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Larry Adkins officiating. Interment will follow at Welcome Home Cemetery in Grayson. Mr. Burch was born to the union of Phinas Burl and Belle Padgett Burch on February 28, 1937 in Sterlington, LA and passed away Monday, March 10, 2008 at his residence. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Frances McDonald Burch, his son Jimmy Culpepper, and his grandson, Jason Graham. Survivors include his sons; Wesley Burch and his wife Cindy of Grayson, Billy Culpepper of Hebert, Ronnie Culpepper and his wife, Elaine of Slidell, and Bobby Dale Culpepper of Hebert, his daughters; Susie Culpepper of Grayson, Debbie Ann Taylor and her husband, Robbie of Hebert, Elizabeth Brady and her husband, Ricky of Slidell, also his children from a previous marriage, Paul B. Burch, Jr., Cheryl Gay Burch, and BB Burch, ten grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Wesley Burch, Billy Culpepper, Ronnie Culpepper, Robbie Taylor, Tyler Warren, and Daniel May. Honorary pallbearers are Luther Howard, Gavin Burch, Matt Knight, and Wade Knight.

PEGGY JEAN ANDERS MILLER PORT ARTHUR, TX Mulhearn Funeral Home Winnsboro, Louisiana Services for Mrs. Peggy Jean Anders Miller, age 64 of Port Arthur, Texas will be at 2:00 PM Thursday, March 13, 2008 at the First United Methodist Church of Winnsboro with Rev. Hank Hamilton officiating. Burial will follow at Myrtle Memorial Cemetery in Winnsboro, Louisiana under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro, Louisiana. Peggy Miller was born on December 27, 1943 and passed away at Christus St. Mary's Hospital in Port Arthur, Texas on Sunday, March 9, 2008. She was the daughter of Sonny and Earlene Anders of Liddieville, Louisiana which preceded her in death. Peggy graduated from Odessa High School in Odessa, Texas and moved back to North Louisiana, married and had two children. In 1973, she and her family traveled and lived in the Middle East, Africa, and Russia. Peggy was a talented artist, homemaker and had a passion for her flower garden. She moved to Port Arthur, Texas in 2005 after Hurricane Katrina damaged her home in Kenner, Louisiana. She spent her last days surrounded by those that loved her, sharing her love and blessings for each of us. It was a testament to her strength and faith and a beautiful gift, as she was in life, to our family. Survivors include: Son: Michael Wayne Miller of Baskin, LA, Daughter: Elizabeth Miller Schroeder and husband Wayne of Port Arthur, TX. Brothers: Jerry Anders and wife Carolyn of Denham Springs, LA; William Anders and wife, Linda of Liddieville, LA; Grandson: Zachary Michael Miller of Baskin, LA; Granddaughter: Sarah Elizabeth Miller of Port Arthur, TX; Nieces: Melissa M. Swope of Austin, TX; Diana Doucet and husband, Daniel of Houston, TX; Nephews: John Miller and wife, Laura of Tomball, TX, Gerald Anders of Denham Springs, LA; Jay Anders and wife, Shaunda of Amarillo, TX; Wes Anders and wife, Sandy of Wellington, TX; Jeff Anders of Denham Springs, LA; Sister-in-Law: Betty Miller of Tomball, TX; Brother-in-Law: Robert Miller. Pallbearers are: Wes Anders, Jeffrey Anders, John Miller, Donnie Bennett, Raymond Bennett, and Kyle Harper. Honorary Pallbearer will be Wayne Schroeder. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM till 8:00 PM on Wednesday March 12, 2008 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in Winnsboro, LA. Online condolences may be made at www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Darryl D. Berry, 45
Darryl Darnell Berry, of Monroe, a laborer, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland of Monroe.

Cathy A.Castilaw, 44
SHREVEPORT — Cathy Ann Castilaw, marketing representative, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Trinity UMC Trinity Center, Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Mount Olive East Cemetery.

Dominick Emerson, 29
Dominick Emerson of Monroe, a cook, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Orange Hill Cemetery, Alto.

Danny Hatten, 34
Danny Hatten of West Monroe, a communications technician, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Fair Park Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time today at the church. Burial will be in St. Paschal Cemetery, West Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Sharon G. Hedrick, 55
DEVILLE — Sharon Gillespie Hedrick, an International Paper Co. employee, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Highland Park Cemetery.

Ardell C. Johson, 73
Ardell Colvin Johnson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland of Monroe.

Carol M. Pleasant, 65
Carol Mosley Pleasant of West Monroe, an office manager, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Ernest C. Statham, 81
Ernest Cooper Statham of West Monroe, a retired welder, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Garden Cemetery, Calhoun.

Albert C. Truitt, 88
Albert Carpenter Truitt of Monroe, retired owner of Beltone Hearing Aid Center, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Ethel Williams Wiley, 92
COLUMBIA — Ethel Louise Williams Wiley, a licensed beautician, died Feb. 29. Services are 11:30 a.m. Thursday at St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, Columbia. Burial will be in St. Paul Cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Chaney, Martha Francis: 11 a.m. today, Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.
Head, Rev. Arthur: 10 a.m. Monday, Spaulding Funeral Home, Los Angles, Calif.
Leslie, Robert L.: 10 a.m. today, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Miller, Peggy Anders: 2 p.m. Thursday, First United Methodist Church, Winnsboro.
Morgan, Edna Blount: 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Monterey Church of Christ, Monterey.
O'Mary, Johnny Richard: 10 a.m. today, New Forest Cemetery, Forest.
Woodard, Ronald E.: 10 a.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe

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

ALBERT C. TRUITT, JR. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, Louisiana Funeral services for Albert C. Truitt, Jr. 88, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, March 14, 2008 in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Rev. Mark Fenn will be officiating. Interment will follow at Monroe Memorial Park Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mr. Truitt was born September 18, 1919 in Lehighton, PA and passed away March 11, 2008, in West Monroe, LA. Albert Carpenter Truitt passed away on March 11, 2008, surrounded by his family. He was a resident of Landmark Nursing Facility in West Monroe, and had previously lived in Monroe since 1968. Albert was known for his loving devotion to his family, particularly to his wife, Sybil, with whom he recently celebrated 40 years of marriage. Albert and his wife, Sybil, owned and operated Beltone Hearing Aid Center for more than 25 years. He was an active member of First Baptist Church of West Monroe, and formerly Highland Park Baptist Church of Monroe. He was dedicated to Christian leadership and served faithfully as a member of the Gideons, Shriners, Optimist, Rotary Club, and Lions Club. He was a member of the Dee A. Strickland Masonic Lodge and also served as an officer in World War II. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sybil Dorris Lear Truitt, nine sisters and one brother. Survivors are his children, Donna McCormick and husband, Jim of Hagerstown, IN, Sharla Truitt of Hempstead, NC and Judy Shupe of Newport, NC; stepchildren, Jim Lear and wife, Laurie of West Monroe, Jack Lear and wife, Gerry of Mechanicsburg, IL, and Bernie Lear and wife, Alisa of Downsville, LA, Suzann Lear Boyett of Panama Beach, FL; grandchildren, Kelly Boyett Guillory, Mycal Boyett, Richard Boyett, Jennifer Boyett Burson, Bryant Lear, Diana Lear Rees, Adam Shupe, Tanya Bellott, Cliff Schweitzer, Cindy Gurtner, Sara Moore and 13 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Mycal Boyett, Richard Boyett, Bryant Lear, John Burson, Jim Lear and Jim McCormick. Visitation will be Friday, March 14, 2008 from 1:00 PM until service time at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Donations may be made to The Shriners Children's Hospital or Gideons International. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

EMMETT NOBLES Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Emmett Nobles, 87, of Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Friday, March 14, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home on Sterlington Road with Rev. Paul Lytle officiating. Interment will follow at Lone Cherry Cemetery at Mangham, LA. Mr. Nobles passed away Sunday, March 9, 2008. He was a member of Lone Cherry Baptist Church. He was a Navy Vet of WWII and was a Seaman Second Class. He was preceded in death by his wife, Audrey Nobles; parents, Alonzo and Mamie Nobles of Mangham, LA; brother, A.B. Nobles Jr. of Mangham, LA; sisters, Gladys Eubanks of Rayville, LA and Estelle Stephens of Archibald, LA. Survivors include his son, Jim Nobles of West Monroe, LA; 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; eight grandchildren; eight great grandchildren; sisters, Kathleen Eubanks of Bastrop, LA, Dovie Gandy and husband Clinton of Waterproof, LA, Darlene Turnage of Vidalia, LA, Connie Burrows and husband Jerry of Chatman, LA; brothers, James (Bobo) Nobles of Baskin, LA, Harvey Nobles and wife Alice of Swartz, LA, Ronald Nobles and wife Evon of Mangham, LA. Pallbearers will be Mark Kinison, Ray Kinison, Roger Rowland II, Dock Kelly, Jordan Hatten, and Paul Roark. Visitation will be Thursday, March 13, 2008 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

ERVA FLO STURDIVANT BRADSHAW Charlet Funeral Home, Inc Zachary, LA Erva Flo Sturdivant Bradshaw died on Tuesday, March 11, 2008 at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital, Baton Rouge. She was 74, born in Winnsboro, LA and a former resident of Archibald and resident of Baker. She was an elementary teacher at Rayville Elementary, Riverfield Academy. Visiting will be at Charlet Funeral Home, Inc., 4230 High Street, in Zachary, 70791 on Wednesday, March 12, 2008 from 5:30 PM until 8:30 PM on Thursday, the visiting will be held at Galilee Baptist Church in Central from 12 noon until services at 2:00 conducted by Rev. Ron Lowery and burial to follow in the church cemetery. She is survived by husband of 54 years, Early Ray Bradshaw of Baker; three daughters, Linda Love and husband, Eddie Love of McComb, MS.; Teresa Waldrop and husband, Ricky Waldrop of Zachary; Lisa Young and husband, Doug Young of Central; one sister, Carolyn Nicholson of Enterprise, Ala; six grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and several special nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by parents Willie and Martha Dean Sturdivant; brother, Ralph Sturdivant; 2 sisters Eva Finch and Shelby Dean Killen. Share sympathies, condolences, and memories at www.charletfuneral home.com.

GEORGE "G.W." TEMPLETON Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Funeral services for George "G.W." Wesley Templeton, 87, of Rayville will be held at 2:00 PM , Friday, March 14, 2008 at Brown-Holley Funeral Chapel in Rayville with Rev. Mark Parker officiating. Interment will follow in the Lynn Cemetery, Archibald under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home in Rayville. George Wesley Templeton was born on May 7, 1920 and passed away on Tuesday, March 11, 2008 after a lengthy illness. Mr. Templeton was a member of Cedar Baptist Church in Archibald and a lifelong resident of Rayville. He was an Army veteran of World War II. Mr. George enjoyed being outdoors mowing his grass. His wife, Johnnie Templeton preceded him in death. Survivors include his 4-Children, James Wesley Templeton and wife, Carolyn of Port Allen, LA, George Holt Templeton and wife, Sue of Baker, LA, Brenda Diane Templeton Colson and husband, Jerry of Vero Beach, FL, and Michael Warren Templeton and wife, Rachel of Swartz, LA; Siblings, Claude Templeton of Rayville and Jettie Sharbono of Shreveport, LA; 10-Grandchildren, 10-Great Grandchildren; 1-Great-Great Grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be "Big" Mike Ellis, Michael Shawn Templeton, James Allen Templeton, Rodney Roberts, Bobby Mullins, and Gregory Holt Templeton. Honorary pallbearers will be Roger Odom, Otis Bowman, and Sherman Townsend. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM, Thursday, March 13, 2008 at Brown-Holley Funeral Home. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneral homes.com

HARVEY COBB Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral services for Mr. Harvey Cobb, age 72, of Dubach will be held at 10:00 A.M Friday March 14, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in Ruston, LA. Officiating the service will be Elder Wendell Sellers. Interment will follow at the Fellowship Baptist Church Cemetery in Dubach, LA. Mr. Cobb was born March 27, 1935 and passed away March 12, 2008. Mr. Cobb was a member of the East Main Baptist Church in Eldorado AR. He is preceded in death by his wife Betty Cobb. He is survived by his wife, Mittie New Cobb of Eldorado, AR.: daughter: Cathy Cobb of Choudrant; sons: Harvey Wayne Cobb of Ruston, and Larry Cobb of Ruston; brother: Doyle Cobb of Dubach; sister: Maggie Singleton of Bernice; eleven grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, and three great great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Jesse Cobb, Buddy Cobb, Andy Singleton, Rodney Cobb, Lance Colvin, Robert "Skeeter" Colvin, and Steven Wilson Honorary pallbearers will be Michael Ray, David Wayne Godwin, Gary New, Mark Singleton and Michael Jones. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M to 8:00 P.M Thursday March 13, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

J. T. BYNO Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, Louisiana Funeral services for Mr. J. T. Byno, 82, of Monroe, LA will be 11:00 AM Saturday, March 15, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Monroe, LA. Father Sebastian Kallarackal will officiate. Interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Mr. Byno was born July 17, 1925 in Monroe, LA and passed away March 11, 2008 in Monroe, LA. He was preceded in death by his father, Leo Byno, mother, Virginia Vallery Byno, brothers; Phillip and Albert Byno, sister; Juli Byno. Mr. Byno is survived by his sister: Melissa Byno Robinson and husband James Robinson, nephews; Charles, Bobby, David, Paul and Gary Robinson, niece; Robbie Byno ,Diane Kruger and husband Ben, grand nephews; Stephan Tullas, Cody Robinson, Jacob Robinson, D.J. Robinson, Noah Robinson, grand nieces; Lexi Robinson, Tiffany Robinson, cousin; Gilmer Bennet. Pallbearers will be family members. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Friday, March 14, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

JOHN FORSYTHE HARDIN, JR. Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. John Forsythe Hardin Jr., 82, of Monroe, La will be at 4:00 PM Friday, March 14, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home on Sterlington Road with Rev. Larry Stafford officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Hardin passed away Wednesday, March 12, 2008. Mr. Hardin was in the Army Air Corp during WWII. Before this, he was employed by the Railroad. After he completed his duty he worked as a Crop Duster. He was a graduate of LA Tech in Engineer Design and he later became a Corporate Pilot. Survivors include his wife of fifty-five years, Delores Thompson Hardin; sons, John Forsythe Hardin III and wife Lisa of Dallas, TX and Timothy Alan Hardin and wife Wendy of Monroe, La; brother, Robert (Bob) Lee Hardin of Tyler, TX; grandchildren, Kaylan Nichole Hardin, Jacob Timothy Hardin, Curphey Alan Hardin, and Zachary Thomas Hardin. Pallbearers are Matthew Thompson, Jacob Timothy Hardin, Steve Curphey Hardin, John Tucker, Harvey Stover, Robert Davis, Curphey Alan Hardin, and Zachary Thomas Hardin. Visitation will be Thursday, March 13, 2008 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Humane Society of Monroe or Special Olympics. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MRS. JACKIE MCBROOM Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Jackie McBroom, 83, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, March 14, 2008 at The Pentecostals of the Twin Cities in West Monroe with Rev. Mark Foster, Rev. Danny Chance and Rev. Danny McIlveene officiating. Interment will follow at Monroe Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. McBroom was born October 19, 1924 in Clarks, LA and passed away March 11, 2008 in West Monroe, LA. She was a retired bookkeeper for Slagle-Johnson Lumber Company. Mrs. McBroom attended Christian Life Church and Pentecostals of the Twin Cities. She was preceded in death by her husband, C. M. McBroom; parents, James & Betty Bingaman, a brother, Wilfred Bingaman; 2 sisters, Bonnie Fordham and Jean Craft and great-grandson, Brayden King. She is survived by a daughter, Beth Chapman; sister, Billie Montgomery; 3 grandchildren; Jeremy Dennard, Candace Duran and Kindra King; 4 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Gary Fordham, Kent Fordham, Ben Cooper, Gaylon Chapman, Ronnie Rogers and Cody Fordham. Visitation will be held Thursday, March 13, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

Robert L. Atkins, 50
Robert L. Atkins of Monroe, a truck driver, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. James Baptist Church, Richwood. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Zelma Aycock, 83
BROUSSARD — Zelma Aycock formerly of Monroe, a retired telephone department manager, died Thursday. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Further arrangements are incomplete.

Albert S. Bass Jr., 43
GARLAND, Texas — Albert S. Bass Jr. died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Norma Lee S. Foster, 96
RAYVILLE — Norma Lee Stokes Foster, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Shady Grove Church of God in Christ, Holly Ridge. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial is in McKnight Cemetery, Holly Ridge.

Ben Gibson, 44
Ben Gibson, of Monroe, a custodian, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery.

Arthur Stevens Green, 83
Arthur Stevens Green, of West Monroe, a retired Continental Trailways employee, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Woodrow Hanspard, 91
Woodrow Hanspard of West Monroe, a mill worker, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Gennie Lee Neathery, 76
Gennie Lee Neathery, of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Twin Cities Memorial Gardens Cemetery, West Monroe.

Emmett Nobles, 87
Emmett Nobles, of West Monroe, a retired Navy veteran of World War II, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Lone Cherry Cemetery, Mangham.

Georgia Belle Oskoian, 86
Georgia Belle Goza Oskoian, of Monroe, a retired deputy tax assessor, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Twin Cities Memorial Gardens, West Monroe, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Charles Scott, 51
Charles Scott, a landscaper, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Deuteronomy Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. Friday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Monroe.

Tristen A. Skipper, infant
NEWELLTON — Tristen Alexander Skipper, son of Olivia and Joshua Skipper, died Saturday. A private graveside family service was held Wednesday under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Sullivan Vaughan Jr., 68
Sullivan Vaughan Jr., of Monroe, a retired truck driver, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Riverside Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Zion Cemetery, Foules.

Mary Washington, 52
BASTROP — Mary Washington, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Renner Winston, 95
RAYVILLE — Renner Winston, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Church, Rayville. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in St. Deed Cemetery, Start.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Castilaw, Cathey: 2 p.m. today, Trinity UMC Trinity Center, Ruston.
Head, Rev. Arthur: 10 a.m. Monday, Spaulding Funeral Home, Los Angles, Calif.
Hedrick, Sharon Gillespie: 2 p.m. today, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Miller, Peggy Anders: 2 p.m. today, First United Methodist Church, Winnsboro.
Morgan, Edna Blount: 10:30 a.m. today, Monterey Church of Christ, Monterey.
Wells, Lawrence E. "L.E.": 2 p.m. today, Midway Baptist Church, Jonesboro

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

ARTHUR STEVENS GREEN Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, Louisiana Visitation will be 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Friday, March 14, 2008 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. A Masonic Graveside Service will be held Saturday, March 15, 2008 at 2:00 PM at the New Chapel Hill Baptist Church Cemetery. Mr. Green, 83 years old, was born July 29, 1924 and passed away March 12, 2008. Arthur was a Veteran of WWII in the United States Navy. He was a chief hospital corpsman and had 28 months of sea duty serving on M. S. John Ericsson, U.S.S. Facility, U.S.S. Brinkley and other base and mobile hospital units. After this he enlisted in the United States Naval Reserve, where he served 4 more years. He retired from Continental Trailways after 41 years of service where he served as business agent and President of the Amalgameted Transit Union. Mr. Green is survived by his two; Sherwin and wife Anne and Richard and wife Linda; two; grandchildren, Kelly and Jeremy, one great-grandson, Landon; numerous nephews and great-nephews. Pallbearers will be Roy Green, Scott Green, Troy Green, Bill Green, William Green, and Rodney Pardue. "He was a man greatly admired, respected and loved. We will miss him and remember him with love." Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

BILLY W. PHILLIPS Kilpatrick Funeral Homes West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Billy Wayne Phillips, age 54, will be 4:00 P.M., Saturday, March 15, 2008, in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Officiating will be Rev. Marlin Betts. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Billy was born on December 30, 1953 in Monroe, LA and passed away on March 12, 2008 in West Monroe after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his mother, Dorothy Phillips; half brother, James Allen; and father-in-law, E.L. "Buddy" Spillers. Survivors are his wife, Martha Spillers Phillips; father, Clarance C. Phillips; half brothers, Ronald Allen and Jerry Phillips; nephews, Jason Allen, Daniel Allen, Charles David Allen; mother-in-law, Mae Spillers and a host of nieces and nephews and friends. He was employed with H & H X-Ray as an X-ray technician. Visitation will be Friday, March 14, 2008, from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M., at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Pallbearers will be family members and friends. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

EZELLE GERTRUDE Maxey Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Ezelle Gertrude Maxey, 90, of Sterlington, LA will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, March 15, 2008 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Mike Parker officiating. Interment will follow at Calhoun City Cemetery, Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Maxey was born October 8, 1917 in Downsville, LA and passed away March 12, 2008 in Farmerville, LA. She was preceded in death by her husband, James E. Maxey, sons, Ray Maxey and Wesley Maxey. She is survived by sons; Jimmy B. Maxey and wife Jo of Sterlington, LA, John E. Maxey and wife Ann of Linville, LA, daughter, Kay Downs and husband Dale of Sterlington, LA; grandchildren; David Maxey, Tammy Maxey, Vicki Troitski, Audie Maxey and Casundra Downs; and 3 great-grandchildren. Family members and friends will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be Friday, March 14, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Memorials may be sent to Sterlington Assembly of God Church. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

James Legg Rose Neath Funeral Home Minden, LA James Edward Legg, 75, entered into heaven on Wednesday, March 12, 2008. He was born in Moss, Ms, August 3, 1932, to Willie Clifford Legg and Sally Joyner Legg. Services for Mr. Legg of Minden, La. will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, March 16, 2008, at Rose Neath Funeral Home, Minden, LA. Officiating will be Reverend Jay Valentine, and Reverend Johnny Creasong, Pastor, First Church of God Bossier City, LA. Interment will be at Gardens of Memory, Minden, LA. Visitation with family and friends will be at Rose Neath Funeral Home on Saturday, March 15, 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Jim served two years active duty in the Navy stationed in Brooklyn, NY, from 1954-1956. He later graduated from Louisiana State University in 1959 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Forestry. He went on to a successful 40-year career in forestry working for Bodcaw Company and later for International Paper. Jim enjoyed the outdoors, especially his time spent in the woods managing land and timber. Jim was an avid craftsman in his spare time. He enjoyed woodworking and repairing just about anything imaginable in his workshop. In his retirement years, he thoroughly enjoyed his latest hobby of motorcycle riding. He was committed to serving in his church and was devoted to his family. He was a member of the Minden Jaycees and a long time member of the Minden Lions Club where he enjoyed participating in local charitable events. He was also a passionate follower of LSU football. Mr. Legg is preceded in death by his father, Willie Clifford Legg, his mother, Sally Joyner Legg, and his brother Roscoe Hollis Legg. Survivors include his wife, Audrey Anderson Legg; sons Mike Legg and wife Aileen of Amarillo, TX; Don Legg and wife Catherine of Monroe, LA; and David Legg and wife Rhonda of Minden, LA. He is also survived by two sisters, Willie Lou Roller of Anderson, IN, and Marie Bufkin of Moss, MS. Jim loved spending time with his eight grandchildren: Amy Lee, RN, of Lubbock, TX. Private First Class Mark Legg of Hannau, Germany; Corbin Legg of Monroe, LA; Kaleb Legg of Monroe, LA; Bailey Richardson of Monroe, LA; Olivia Legg of Minden, LA; Adrienne Legg of Minden, LA; and John David Legg of Minden, LA. Serving as pallbearers will be his sons Mike, Don, and David Legg, along with his grandsons Corbin, Kaleb, and John David Legg. Honorary pallbearers are grandson PFC Mark Legg, nephews Robert Legg, Charles Legg, Danny Bufkin, Steve Anderson, and Glenn Anderson. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to First Church of God, Bossier City, LA.

LURLENE WHITTINGTON Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Lurlene Strickland Whittington, age 80 of Grayson will be held at 10 AM, Saturday, March 15, 2008 from the Cross Roads Baptist Church west of Grayson with Rev. Tommy Nelson officiating. Interment will follow in the Cross Roads Cemetery. Mrs. Whittington was born in Clarks on July 8, 1927 to the union of William Riley and Clara Green Strickland and died Thursday, March 13, 2008 at the Haven Nursing Center. She was a gentle, loving and kind mother and grandmother. In her latter years, she loved playing dominos with her friends at the Council on Aging. Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law: Jimmy and Kathy Whittington of Grayson, her daughter and son-in-law: Patsy and Jerry Strickland of Columbia, special daughter: Lydia Pearl McKeithen, her brothers: Billy Strickland and his wife: Ginger of Seattle, WA and Ray Strickland and his wife: Mary of Simms, AL, her sister: Clarice Whittington and her husband: Billy of Monroe, her grandchildren: Dewayne and Janelle Scott of Grayson, Mark Scott of Columbia, Mitch and Dixie Scott of Grayson, Jenny Gibson of Grayson and Christy Montgomery of Grayson, her great-grandchildren: Chelsea Scott, Erin Scott, Cari Scott and Heather Montgomery and two special nephews: Patrick Barrett and Spencer Barrett and one special neice: Kylie Barrett. Pallbearers will be Dewayne Scott, Mitch Scott, Patrick Barrett, Spencer Barrett, Tommy Whittington and Scott Strickland. Mark Scott will serve as a honorary pallbearer. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband: Owen Cecil "Pete" Whittington, her son-in-law: Buddy Scott, her brothers: Eldridge Strickland, Clifton Strickland and Irbie Strickland and her sister: Odelle Prine. Visitation Friday will be from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 Hwy 165, Columbia.

MARIE TAWATER LANGSTON Golden Funeral Home Bastrop,LA. Funeral services for Marie Tawater Langston, 84, of Bastrop, will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 15, 2008 at the chapel of Golden Funeral Home with Rev. Cal Adams officiating. Burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday, March 14, 2008 from 5-9 p.m. at Golden Funeral Home. Mrs. Langston passed away March 12, 2008 at St. Francis North Hospital after a lengthy illness. She was a member of Cherry Ridge Baptist Church and employed for many years by CN Dalton/Tommy Rolfe Insurance and Dr. John Ziegler. She is preceded in death by her husband Henry Walter Langston, Sr. and her parents, Wendell and Carah Tawater. Marie's legacy of love and caring will be carried on by those she loved and adored the most; her family. She is survived by her four children: Dolly Martin of Bastrop, Sharon LaFoy & Joe of Stewart, MS, Henry Langston, Jr. & Sherry of Scott, AR, and Jessie Baskin of Downsville; three grandchildren, Brian Martin & Kim, Brianne Allen & Duffy, all of Bastrop, and Kay Baskin of Crosby, TX; four great grandchildren, Seth & Maurie Grace Allen, Chelsea Lowden, and Kristy Baskin; and one sister, Reba Bryan & Omer of Bastrop. Serving as pallbearers will be Seth Allen, David Bryan, Brad Gregory, Jack Langston, Jr., Kenneth Langston, and Mike Langston. The family wishes to express special thanks to Susan Musgrove and the staff at Oak Woods Home for the Elderly, Dr. Alexander and the PCU 2nd floor staff of St. Francis North Hospital, Dr. Keith White and the CV-ICU staff of Glenwood Regional Hospital, Dr. Greg Sampognaro, and Dr. Charles Morgan.

MR. ARVIS "TINY OR JR." O. GRAHAM Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral service for Mr. Arvis "Tiny or Jr." O. Graham 61, of Farmerville, LA, will be held at 3:00 PM Saturday, March 15, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe with Rev. Johnny Hankins. Interment will follow in Hasley Cemetery with Military Honors. Mr. Arvis passed away on Thursday, March 13, 2008, at his residence following a long battle with cancer. Arvis was born on February 25, 1947 and was raised in West Monroe. He was a retired Major from the U.S. Marine Corp and a Master Mason and member of the Masonic Lodge in Memphis and Farmerville for over 16 years. Arvis was preceded in death by his sister, Debbie Osburn. Survivors include his daughter, Terry Perot and husband Bubba of Arlington, TX; son, David Graham and wife Debbie of Kinder, LA; brother, Derrel Graham; three sisters, Bonnie Harrison, Reba Jo Stevens, and Wanda Baker; five grandchildren, Dave Haney, Chad Perot, Hunter Graham, Wyatt Graham, and Zack Perkins; great grandchild, Jamie Perkie; and numerous nieces and nephews and special friend, Pat Taylor. Visitation will be from 2:00 PM until service time at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe. Our Dad will be remembered for his love, giving, being full of life but especially his love for his family. He will be missed forever. "Greater love hath no man than this, that one lay down his life for his friend." Thank you John Loyns "Semper Fi" Online Registry/Condolences:www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

Mrs. Marilynn Sue Mixon Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Marilynn Sue Mixon, age 57, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, March 15, 2008, at The Apostolic Church of The Lord Jesus Christ. Officiating will be Rev. Paul Massey and Rev. Michael Disotell. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mrs. Mixon was born January 26, 1951, in Bastrop, LA and passed away March 13, 2008 in West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Mixon will be remembered as a devoted wife, and a loving mother. Mrs. Mixon was a dedicated Christian and lived her life serving the Lord. She was a lifelong member of The Apostolic Church of the Lord Jesus Christ in West Monroe. For over 20 years, Mrs. Mixon served along side her husband, Rev. David Mixon, pastoring the church. She was loved by all who knew her, and will be dearly missed. Mrs. Mixon was preceded in death by her father, Rev. Thomas Coley; and her mother and father-in-law, Rev. Edward and Abbie Mixon. Mrs. Mixon is survived by her husband of over 38 years, Rev. David Mixon; by her 3 children; Rhonda Mixon, Regina Mixon and Ryan Mixon and wife Candace; mother, Katie M. Coley; sisters; Shirley Brewer and husband Donnie, Katherine Mixon and husband Nathanael; several nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. Pallbearers will be members of the church. Visitation will be Friday, March 14, 2008, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe and 1:00 P.M. until service on Saturday, March 15, 2008 at the church. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

MS. JEAN D. LEWIS Brandon G. Thompson Funeral Home Hammond, LA. Age 61, Jean passed away March 11, 2008 at St. Tammany Parish Hospital in Covington. She was a Paralegal with Ernest Barrow Law Firm in Covington. She is survived by 4 daughters, Sherrie D. Michael, Terri Sauls, Carrie Bell Holmes & Jennifer E. Lewis. Her ex-husband, Glenn Bell survives her along with his spouse, Carolyn; mother, Elcie M. Dees, father & step-mother, James & Mildred Dees, sister, Jane D. Odom; 8 grandchildren, Zachary, Isaac, Griffin, Katie, Levi, Mason, Hannah & Daniel. A Memorial visitation will be at Brandon G. Thompson Funeral Home of Hammond March 15, 9:00 a.m. until the Memorial Service time of 10:00 AM. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to help defray the medical expenses on Jean. Donations can be made to any branch of Regions Bank or you can mail a donation to Post Office Box 77864, Baton Rouge, LA 70879. Condolences and other information available online at www.bgthompsonfuneral home.com Arrangements have been entrusted to Brandon G. Thompson Funeral Home of Hammond.

NORMA LEE STOKES FOSTER Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Funeral services for Norma Lee Stokes Foster, 96, of Rayville will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, March 15, 2008 at Shady Grove Church of God, Holly Ridge with Bro. Raymond Agent and Bro. Charles Cannon officiating. Interment will follow in McKnight Cemetery, Holly Ridge under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home in Rayville. Norma Lee Stokes Foster was born on May 7, 1911 and passed away on Wednesday, March 12, 2008 after lengthy illness. Mrs. Foster was the last charter member of the Shady Grove Church of God where she worshiped for over 70 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lemon Lavelle Foster; son, Robert Earl Foster; daughter-in-law, Phoebe Foster; mother, Ada Goynes Stokes; father, Earl J. Stokes; brothers, Robert "Bob" Stokes, Herman L. Stokes, Jack Stokes, and Louie V. Stokes and sister, Jaydee Stokes Smith. Survivors include her Son, James H. Foster; 3-Sisters, Nell Stokes Lenard and husband, Walter, Willie Stokes Cunningham, and Mildred Stokes Crabtree and husband, Ed; 5-Grandchildren, Wanda Boraten and husband, Ron, Paula Davis and husband, Rick, Lenita Reeves and husband, Kenneth, Coniece Carr and husband, Tommy, and Robert Edward Posten; 14-Great Grandchildren; 2-Great-Great Grand children and many devoted and loving nieces and nephews and her brothers and sisters in Christ. Pallbearers will be James Wilkerson, Joey Reeves, Chuck Clack, Jamie Rawls, John David Jones, and Mark Hammons. Honorary pallbearers will be David Cater, Charles Clack, Winston Hammons, Terry Thompson, and Ricky Goodman. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Friday, March 14, 2008 at Brown-Holley Funeral Home in Rayville. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneral homes.co

RICHARD LAMAR BOUTWELL, JR. Cox Funeral Home Oak Grove, Louisiana Funeral services for Richard Lamar Boutwell, Jr., age 42, of Oak Grove, Louisiana will be held at 2:00PM on Saturday, March 15, 2008 at Cox Funeral Home Chapel in Oak Grove, Louisiana. Reverends Roy Pepmiller and Dale Jordan will officiate.Burial will follow in the Kilbourne Cemetery in Kilbourne, Louisiana. Services are under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Oak Grove. Mr. Boutwell died Wednesday, March 12, 2008 at his residence after a lengthy illness. He was a graduate of Brairfield Academy in Lake Providence, Louisiana. He graduated from L.S.U. in Baton Rouge. He coached college women's basketball until his illness. He fought a brave hard battle with lymphoma. He is preceded in death by his grandparents: Richard and Irma Wilson Boutwell; and Joe M. and Lottie Thelma Rushing. He is survived by his parents, Richard Lamar Boutwell, Sr. and Betty Ann Boutwell of Oak Grove; brother, Jeff Boutwell of Oak Grove; brother, Brady Boutwell of Oak Grove; niece, Katie Boutwell; nephew, John Richard Boutwell. He is survived by his aunts and uncles: Maxine Dumas, Lottie Burk, Jo Cutrera, Sue Bell, Jean Bikowski, John Bikowski, Alene Vining, Carrol Vining, Billy Jack Rushing, Mary Rushing and two special friends, Jackie Lee and Evette Harris. Pallbearers are: Jim Sowell, Cleve Shivers, Pat Porter, John Crosby, C. C. Prine, and Artie Boutwell. Family will receive friends on Friday, March 14, 2008 from noon until 9:00 PM at Cox Funeral Home in Oak Grove. www.coxfuneral.com

ZELMA WILLIAMS AYCOCK Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA F uneral services for Mrs. Zelma Williams Aycock, 83, of Lafayette, LA, formerly of Monroe, LA, will be at 10:00 AM Saturday, March 15, 2008, at the Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum on Hwy 80 East with Dr. Whit Holmes officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Aycock passed away March 6, 2008. She was a member of Parkview Baptist Church. She worked for forty years, in several different positions, for Bell South Telephone Systems. She was preceded in death by her husband, William B. Aycock Jr. Survivors include her son, William Aycock. Visitation will be Friday, March 14, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA. In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to Journey Hospice at 101 La Rue France, Suite 406 Lafayette, LA 70508. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

E. Deane Adams, 75
FARMERVILLE — E. Deane Adams, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mount Tabor Cemetery.

Mia Adams, infant
SHREVEPORT — Mia Adams, infant daughter of Kisha Adams and Ray Tillman, died Sunday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. today at Pilgrim Rest Cemetery, Mangham. Visitation is 11 a.m.-noon today at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe.

Albert S. Bass Jr., 43
GARLAND, Texas — Albert S. Bass Jr. died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Lake Providence High School, Lake Providence. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Darryl Darnell Berry, 45
Darryl Darnell Berry, of Monroe, a laborer, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Union Chapel Baptist church. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery under the direction of Funerals by McFarland of Monroe.

Richard Boutwell Jr., 42
OAK GROVE — Richard Lamar Boutwell Jr., a college coach, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is noon-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Kilbourne Cemetery, Kilbourne.

J.T. Byno, 82
J.T. Byno of Monroe, a retired handyman, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Monroe.

Walter Lee Dunn, 98
COUSHATTA — Walter Lee Dunn, a farmhand and cowboy, died Wednesday. Services are 3 p.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery, Lake Providence.

Joyce Litton Foreman, 81
Joyce Litton Foreman of Monroe, a retired school teacher, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

John F. Hardin Jr., 82
John Forsythe Hardin Jr. of Monroe, a pilot, died Wednesday. Services are 4 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Ardell Colvin Johnson, 73
Ardell Colvin Johnson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Calvary Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 3-6 p.m. today at Funerals by McFarland of Monroe. Burial will be in Trouser Hill Cemetery, Collinston.

Irma Livingston, 57
BASTROP — Irma Livingston died Friday. Memorial services are 1 p.m. today at Parkview Church of Christ, Monroe, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Jackie McBroom, 83
Jackie McBroom of West Monroe, a retired bookkeeper, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. today at The Pentecostals of the Twin Cities. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Emmett Nobles, 87
Emmett Nobles of Monroe, a retired retired cotton ginner, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Lone Cherry Cemetery, Mangham.

Hazel Powell, 80
RUSTON — Hazel Powell died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel, Ruston.

George Templeton, 87
RAYVILLE — George "G.W" Wesley Templeton, a carpenter, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Lynn Cemetery, Archibald.

Albert Carpenter Truitt, 88
Albert Carpenter Truitt of Monroe, retired owner of Beltone Hearing Aid Center, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

T.J. Washington, 60
WISNER — T.J. Washington, a contractor, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at New Light Baptist Church, Wisner. Burial will be in Holly Grove Baptist Cemetery, Wisner under the direction of Richardson-Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Wilbur Wheeler, 65
CHOUDRANT — Wilbur Wheeler, a chicken farmer, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

Previously acknowledged:
Atkins, Robert L.: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. James Baptist Church, Richwood.
Gibson, Ben: 2 p.m. Saturday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Hanspard, Woodrow: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Head, Rev. Arthur: 10 a.m. Monday, Spaulding Funeral Home, Los Angles, Calif.
Nobles, Emmett: 2 p.m. Saturday, Shady Grove Church of God, Holly Ridge.
Scott, Charles: 1 p.m. Saturday, Deuteronomy Baptist Church, Monroe.
Vaughan Jr., Sullivan: 11 a.m. Saturday, Riverside Baptist Church, Monroe.
Washington, Mary: 1 p.m. Saturday, Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Winston, Renner: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Zion, Rayville

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

ALICE CROW GREGORY Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Alice Crow Gregory died Thursday, March 13, 2008, at Northern Louisiana Medical Center in Ruston, after a lengthy illness. She was born on February 20, 1920, in Ruston, the daughter of Aubrey Crow and Bess Davis Crow. Alice was a graduate of Ruston High School and Louisiana Tech University, where she was a member of Kappa Delta sorority and served as the 1938 Homecoming Queen. She married Albert Huey Williamson in 1941 and lived in various locations throughout the United States during his wartime service in the U.S. Army Air Force. After the war, they returned to Ruston where she was a founding member of the Culture Guild of Ruston. She was also a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, the Garden Club of Ruston, the choir of Trinity Methodist Church and the Miriam Circle at Trinity. In her later years, she studied Spanish, participated in foreign studies programs with Louisiana Tech, and became an accomplished water color artist. Throughout her life, she was an avid bridge player, belonging to the same two bridge clubs for over sixty years. She loved exploring and traveling and maintained a keen curiosity and zest for life until her final illness. In 2006, she was delighted to attend the swearing-in of her son as a United States Ambassador by Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice. She was preceded in death by her parents, Aubrey Crow and Bess Davis Crow, and her first husband Huey Williamson. She is survived by her husband, Garland Gregory, whom she married in 1998 and shared nine wonderful years - among the happiest of her life. She is also survived by daughter Beverly Marcantel of Atlanta, Georgia; daughter Janice Thiel, and husband, David, of Atlanta, Georgia; son Al Williamson, and wife Lillian, of Ruston; son Clint Williamson, and wife Ivana, of Washington, D.C.; and step-daughter Josie Herbert, and husband Allen, of Ruston. She had ten grandchildren and thirteen great grand-children. The family wishes to thank Dr. Shane Phillips, Dr. Tommy Smith, and Dr. Jeb Butler for their attentive care. The family also wants to express its sincere appreciation to Katherine Agbaih, Val Bridges, Lela Chaney, Renee Johnson, Tracy McElduff, Theresa Mason, Debra Newton, Lucy Newton, Sheila Newton, Christy Patten, and Linda Patten for the devoted, compassionate, and loving care they provided to Alice over the past few months. Funeral services will be held at Trinity United Methodist Church in Ruston at 10:00 AM am on Monday, March 17, 2008, with the Rev. Fred Wideman and Rev. Rolly Walker officiating. Visitation will be at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Sunday, March 16, 2008. Pallbearers will be Greg Herbert, Mark Herbert, John Herbert, Joel Marcantel, Scott McIntosh, and JP Nugent. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

Zelma Aycock, 83
BROUSSARD — Zelma Williams Aycock, a retired BellSouth department manager formerly of Monroe, a died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Joyce Litton Foreman, 81
Joyce Litton Foreman of Monroe, a retired schoolteacher, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at First Baptist Church of Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Norma Stokes Foster, 96
RAYVILLE — Norma Lee Stokes Foster, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Shady Grove Church of God, Holly Ridge. Burial will be in McKnight Cemetery under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Arvis O. Graham, 61
FARMERVILLE — Arvis "Tiny or Junior" O. Graham, a retired Marine Corps major, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 2 p.m. until service time today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Arthur Stevens Green, 83
Arthur Stevens Green of West Monroe, a retired Continental Trailways employee, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 3 p.m. today at New Chapel Hill Church Cemetery, Calhoun under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Mary Hartsell, 101
DALLAS — Mary Hartsell, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Farmerville City Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

James L. Honeycutt, 83
CHATHAM — James L. Honeycutt died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Concord Methodist Church, Chatham. Visitation is 9-11 a.m. today at the church. Burial will be in church cemetery under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Ezelle Gertrude Maxey, 90
Ezelle Gertrude Maxey of Sterlington, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Calhoun City Cemetery.

Marilyn N. Sue Mixon, 57
Marilyn N. Sue Mixon of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at The Apostolic Church of the Lord Jesus Christ Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Calhoun under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

John S. Pearson Sr., 66
ST. JOSEPH — John Stanton Pearson Sr. died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Patrick S. Petersen, 29
OAK GROVE — Patrick Steven Petersen, a cook, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Billy W. Phillips, 54
Billy W. Phillips of West Monroe, a pipeline X-ray technician, died Wednesday. Services are 4 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Donald V. Schmitz, 88
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — Donald V. Schmitz died Wednesday. Services are 10:30 a.m. Monday at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, Sioux Falls. Visitation is p.m.-7 p.m. Sunday at Heritage Funeral Home, Sioux Falls. Wake services are 7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in St. Michael Cemetery.

Alvin T. Sheppard, 79
GRAYSON — Alvin Thomas Sheppard, a retired aeronautical engineer, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Lloyd A. Voorhees Jr., 80
Lloyd A. Voorhees Jr. of Monroe, a retired KNOE TV salesman, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Elijah Whaley, 57
HOUSTON — Elijah Whaley died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Wilbur Ray Wheeler, 65
CHOUDRANT — Wilbur Ray Wheeler, a farmer, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in New Light Baptist Church Cemetery, Monroe.

Lurlene S. Whittington, 80
GRAYSON — Lurlene Strickland Whittington died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Cross Roads Baptist Church west of Grayson. Burial will be in Cross Roads Cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Jessie Mae Williams, 89
Jessie Mae Williams of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Jerusalem Baptist Church, Calhoun. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Sunday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Adams, E. Deane: 10 a.m. today, Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.
Atkins, Robert L.: 11 a.m. today, St. James Baptist Church, Richwood.
Bass Jr., Albert S.: 1 p.m. today, Lake Providence Senior High School.
Berry, Darryl Darnell: 11 a.m. Monday, Union Chapel Baptist Church, Monroe.
Boutwell Jr., Richard Lamar: 2 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Byno, J.T.: 11 a.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.
Gibson, Ben: 2 p.m. today, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Hanspard, Woodrow: 11 a.m. today, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Head, Rev. Arthur: 10 a.m. Monday, Spaulding Funeral Home, Los Angeles.
Johnson, Ardell Colvin: 11 a.m. today, Calvary Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Scott, Charles: 1 p.m. today, Deuteronomy Baptist Church, Monroe.
Vaughan Jr., Sullivan: 11 a.m. today, Riverside Baptist Church, Monroe.
Washington, Mary: 1 p.m. today, Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Washington, T.J.: 2 p.m. today, New Light Baptist Church, Wisner.
Wheeler, Wilbur: 2 p.m. Sunday, Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.
Winston, Renner: 11 a.m. today, Mount Zion, Rayville

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

DR. ALVIN THOMAS SHEPPARD Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Dr. Alvin Thomas Sheppard, age 79 of Grayson will be held at 2 PM, Monday, March 17, 2008 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia. Interment will follow in the McGehee Cemetery in Grayson. Dr. Sheppard was born on October 13, 1928 to the union of John H. and Laura Ann Lee Sheppard and passed away Friday, March 14, 2008 at Citizens Medical Center in Columbia. Dr. Sheppard was a veteran having served in the Army and later in his career served as a military advisor. He was an aeronautical engineer having worked for Lockheed Martin Corporation. Dr. Sheppard worked on every man space flight up until the Challenger. He was the lead engineer and designer of the external tanks for the Shuttle, and invented the heat resistant adhesive used on the Space Shuttle. Dr. Sheppard won scientist of the year for this invention. He was a driver for Bobby Kennedy and very active in the California political arena. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Elenore Sator Sheppard. Survivors include his daughters; Genise Sheppard of Grayson and Lanette McGaha Sheppard of Houston, TX, and grandson, Jules C. McGaha. Pallbearers will be David Moore, Jules McGaha, Billy Johnson II, Louis Hodges, Robert Carlson and Justin Meredith. Visitation will be Sunday evening from 5 PM to 8 PM at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 HWY 165, Columbia.

JOYCE LITTON FOREMAN Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Joyce Litton Foreman of Monroe will be held at 10:00 AM on Monday, March 17, 2008, at First Baptist Church of Monroe. Dr. Alan Miller will officiate. Burial will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Dr. Richard Buck, Gene Crim, Robert Finch, Hollis Nelson, Michael Swinney, and Dr. Dan Trimble, and the deacons of First Baptist Church will serve as honorary pallbearers. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 on Sunday, March 16, at Mulhearn Funeral Home on Sterlington Road. Mrs. Foreman was born on September 29, 1926, in Fisher, LA to parents Henry Kyle and Thelma Litton and died on March 13, 2008. She was a homemaker and retired teacher, and a graduate of Ouachita Parish High School and Baylor University. Mrs. Foreman was a member of First Baptist Church, Monroe since 1936, serving for many years as a Sunday school teacher and member of several committees. She served as president of the Woman's Missionary Union of First Baptist Church, Northeast Louisiana Baptist Association, and the Louisiana Baptist Convention and as vice-president of the WMU of the Southern Baptist Convention. Also, she was a member of the Board of Trustees of Louisiana Baptist College in Pineville. Mrs. Foreman was preceded in death by her parents and survived by her husband of 59 years, A.D. Foreman, III of Monroe; daughter, Lynn Foreman of Lakewood, CO; son, Dr. David Foreman and wife Elvia of Birmingham, AL; grandchildren, Kyle McCain of Denver, CO; Leslie Doyle and husband Pat of Golden, CO; Julie Foreman of Oklahoma City, OK; Emily Foreman of Birmingham, AL; great-grandchildren, Kayleigh Doyle and Landace Doyle of Golden, CO; and special friends, Gene and Frances Crim of Monroe. The family expresses gratitude to the administration and staff of Avalon Place and to hospice nurse Daphne Thomas for their loving care. In lieu of flowers, the family requests gifts to the Annie Armstrong Offering of First Baptist Church of Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

LLOYD A. VOORHEES, JR. Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Roadn Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Lloyd A. Voorhees, Jr., 80, of Monroe, will be at 2:00 PM Monday, March 17, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Joseph Puthuppally officiating. Interment will follow in St. Matthew Catholic Church Mausoleum. Mr. Voorhees passed away Thursday, March 13, 2008, at St. Francis North Hospital. He was a graduate of Neville High School, attended North East Junior College and attended L.S.U. Mr. Voorhees served in the U. S. Navy 1945-47 aboard the Attack Transport USS George Clymer APA-72. He was recalled to active duty and served in the Korean Conflict 1950-1951 aboard the now famous Grey Ghost USS Frank E. Evans DD-754. Mr. Voorhees served as State President of the Louisiana Wildlife Federation, Inc. 1963-1964, served on the Louisiana Wildlife Federations State Legislative Committee, 1962-63-64, served on the Cheniere Lake Commission 1963-64, served on the Lovely Louisiana Tourist Association Outdoor and Recreation Committee 1963-64, and was president of the Ouachita Parish Wildlife Unit serving 2 terms, where the Wildlife Unit was voted the most outstanding both years. He also was voted by fellow sportsmen to be the most Outstanding Conservationist in Ouachita Parish in 1959. Mr. Voorhees was a charter member of the Northeast Louisiana Archeology Society, and past member of the Junior Chamber of Commerce, Lion's Club, Optimist Club, CYO, Ducks Unlimited, YMCA, Red Cross, and NRA. He was elected in the City of Monroe and served on the Democratic Executive Committee of Monroe for a four year term. Mr. Voorhees retired from KNOE TV after thirty-eight years of service. He was preceded in death by his daughters, Patricia V. Anders and Mary Voorhees. Survivors include his wife, Barbara Englund Voorhees; sons, Larry Voorhees and wife Sandra, and Karl Voorhees and wife Becky; daughters, Jean Voorhees, Barbara V. Ervin and husband Tim, and Krista V. Harvey and husband Curt; son-in-law, Billy Anders of Monroe, LA; seven grandchildren, Katie W. Brewer of Pflugerville, TX; Christopher Voorhees of Monroe, LA; Matthew Voorhees of Ruston, LA; Zachary Ervin of Mt. Pleasant, TX; Will Anders of Monroe, LA; and William and Douglas Cox of Monroe, LA; two great grandchildren, Lily Guevara and Savannah Brewer of Pflugerville, TX; brothers and sisters, Robert and Peggy Voorhees of Mobile, AL; Jackie Voorhees of Monroe, LA; and Janet and Glenn Golson of Eros, LA; and many loving nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Monday from 1:00 PM until service time at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. In Lieu of flowers memorials may be made to St. Matthew's Catholic Church Building Fund or to your favorite charity. online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MISS SHANNON MECHELLE DAY Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe, LA Funeral Service for Miss Shannon Mechelle Day, 38, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 4:00PM Monday, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterligton Rd. Monroe with Rev. Tracy D. Boyd officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Miss Day passed away on March 13, 2008, at her residence. She was a nurse at E. A. Conway and was attending ULM. Survivors include her parents, Delton and Iris Bordelon of Sterlington, LA; son, Brent Allen Day of Monroe, LA; four sisters, Angela Kay Skipper and husband Junior and their children, Sarah and Tyler of Calhoun, LA; Penny Lane Toney and husband Michael and their children, Heather, Michael, and Joshua of London, KY; Jennifer Wren Slaughter and husband John and their children, Anna, Kayla, and Kelsey of Jonesboro, LA; and Victoria Lee Bordelon of Sterlington, LA; and grandmother, Daisy Bordelon of Sterlington, LA. Pallbearers will be Johnny Lee, Johnny Glen Lee, Clint Lee, Brandon Bordelon, Shane Middleton, and Edwin Cannon. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Online Registry/Condolences:www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

VENILA DARDEN WELLS Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Venila Darden Wells, age 83 of Monroe will be held at 2 p.m., Sunday, March 16, 2008 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Howard Hudson officiating. Interment will follow in the Welcome Home Cemetery in Grayson. Mrs. Wells was born in Grayson on April 22, 1924 to the union of Joseph Paul and Mittie Horn Darden and died Friday, March 14, 2008 at the St. Francis North Hospital in Monroe. She was a retired field agent with the LA State Employment Office and a member of First Baptist Church in Monroe. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother: Frank Darden and her sister: Sybil Bostick. Survivors include her husband of 65 years: Hardy E. Wells of Monroe, her son and daughter-in-law: John E. and Nancy Wells of West Monroe, her grandchildren: Renee Johnson, Jay Wells and Bert Cherry, her great-grandchildren: Cassie Wells, Samantha Wells, Rachel Johnson, Dylan Cherry and Bailey Cherry, her sisters: Imogene D. Warner of Columbia and Joy D. Patterson and her husband: John of Grayson and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Glen Warner, Todd Patterson, Paul David Darden, Bobby Parker, Jessie Gunn, Terry Darden and Billy Frank Darden. Honorary pallbearers are Joy Wells and Bert Cherry. Visitation will be Sunday from 11 a.m. until time of services at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 Hwy 165, Columbia.

WILDA O. HICKS Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral services for Wilda O. Hicks, 64, of Farmerville, LA will be at 2:00 PM Monday, March 17, 2008 at First Baptist Church in Farmerville with Rev. Kurt Auger and Rev. Wayne Whiteside officiating. Interment will follow in Enterprise Cemetery in Farmerville, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville. Wilda was born August 12, 1943 and died March 14, 2008. She was a lifelong resident of Union Parish where she was a beautician for over twenty-five years. Mrs. Hicks was a member of the First Baptist Church of Farmerville and the Ballard Sunday School Class. She is preceded in death by her husband, John L. Hicks and parents, Carnas and Carrie Lou Odom. Mrs. Hicks is survived by her daughters, LaDonna Pardue and husband Jimmy; Stephanie Calloway and husband Michael; grandchildren, Eric Pardue, Audrey Pardue, Christian Calloway, Aimee Calloway; brothers, Billy Odom and Tony Odom; sister-in-law, Terri Patterson and a host of nephews, family, and friends. Pallbearers will be Damon Odom, Casey Savage, Donnie Gates, Mike Rhodes, Bill Roark, and Marvin Jones. Special thanks to friends Kay Jones and Toni Grier and also to the staff of Timberlake Healthcare. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Sunday, March 16, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

James O. Breland, 83
BASTROP — James O. Breland, retired from International Paper Co., died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Cherry Ridge Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

JoAnn Garrett, 77
BASTROP — JoAnn Garrett, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangement are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Jessie Gill, 85
TALLULAH — Jessie Gill died Saturday. Arrangement are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Charles Hayton, 84
Charles "O'Charlie" Hayton of West Monroe, a building contractor, died Saturday. Arrangements are pending with Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Russell G. Ray Sr., 93
LITTLETON, Colo. — Russell G. Ray Sr., a watchmaker formerly of West Monroe, died Thursday. Memorial services will be announced at a later date by Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Laurie Walker Shelby, 54
Laurie Walker Shelby of Monroe, a teacher at Neville High School, died Saturday. Arrangements are pending with Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Terri Lynn Smith, 37
Terri Lynn Kulp Smith of Monroe, an assistant manager with Klean King, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

George D. Thornton, 81
JONESVILLE — George Dudley "Doug" Thornton, a retired oilfield worker, died Friday. Arrangements are pending with Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Previously acknowledged:
Berry, Darryl Darnell: 11 a.m. Monday, Union Chapel Baptist Church, Monroe.
Foreman, Joyce Litton: 10 a.m. Monday, First Baptist Church, Monroe.
Hartsell, Mary: 2 p.m. today, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.
Head, Rev. Arthur: 10 a.m. Monday, Spaulding Funeral Home, Los Angeles.
Schmitz, Donald V.: 10:30 a.m. Monday, Holy Spirit Catholic Church, Sioux Falls, S.D.
Wheeler, Wilbur: 2 p.m. today, Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.
Williams, Jessie Mae: 11 a.m. Monday, Jerusalem Baptist Church, Calhoun

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

MR. CHARLES O. "CHARLIE" HAYTON Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Charles O. "Charlie" Hayton, 84, of West Monroe, will be on Tuesday, March 18th, 2008, at 10:00AM in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Rev. Carlos Lane Cole officiating. Interment will follow in the Mineral Springs Cemetery in Lincoln Parish under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Born November 12th, 1923, in Bienville, LA, he passed away on Saturday, March 15th, 2008, in West Monroe. Charlie was a son of the late Fred and Marteel Poland Hayton and a veteran of the US Navy serving during World War II. A well-known building contractor, he was a long-time member of the Buford Highway Baptist Church in Doraville, GA. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Fred Hayton, Jr. Survivors include his beloved wife, Pat; 4 daughters, Charlene Copeland, Karen White, Jeanie Edge, and Kathy Renfrow; 8 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; 4 nieces and nephews; a special "friend/daughter" Pat Swillie. Visitation will be Monday evening, March 17th, 2008, from 5:00 to 8:00PM in the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

MRS. LAURIE WALKER SHELBY Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Laurie Walker Shelby, 54, of Monroe, will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday, March 18, 2008, at Pine Grove Church with Rev. Dale Walker officiating. Services are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Shelby, born April 9, 1953 in Flint, Michigan, passed away Saturday morning, March 15, 2008, at her home. Laurie, along with her family moved to Arlington, TX in 1961, where she graduated from Arlington High School and later lived a number of years in the Fort Worth, TX area until meeting her husband Ronnie in Omaha, NB during the 2000 College World Series. They married February 3, 2001 and she moved to Monroe, LA where she began teaching chemistry and physical science at Neville High School. She also coached the softball team her first four years, guiding them to the first ever playoff appearance as well as the first playoff victory in school history. Laurie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, a friend to many and a stranger to none. She enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren, going to ballgames, assisting anyone or any group with their particular project, or traveling with friends and family. Her passion for teaching and seeing the successes of her students drove her to go above and beyond what was expected. Her style and personality were unique yet contagious. Those traits allowed her to exhibit a vivacious and optimistic approach to life. She will truly be missed by her family and friends as well as all of her many students and colleagues. Survivors include her husband, Ronnie Shelby; parents, Dr. Lee and Marilyn Walker of Arlington, TX; sister, Karen Schafstall of Baycliff, TX; son, Bart Hall and wife Alex of Fort Worth, TX; daughter, Lindsey Hall of Dallas, TX; stepsons, Stewart Shelby and wife Rachel, Will Shelby and wife Megan, and Scott Shelby and wife Briene, all of Monroe, LA; grandchildren, Amanda, Mason, Abbey, and Ryleigh Shelby, all of Monroe, LA; and mother-in-law, Rachel Shelby of Monroe, LA. Pallbearers will be Alex Hayward, Steve Jefferson, Jimmy Johnson, Paul McElroy, Cody Sanders, and Jeff Tannehill. Visitation will be Monday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. In lieu of flowers, the family would like to suggest memorials to Neville High School Softball, or to the Neville Alumni and Friends Association. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MRS. TERRI LYNN KULP SMITH Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Graveside services for Mrs. Terri Lynn Kulp Smith, 37, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday, March 18, 2008, at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery with Rev. Roger Johnston officiating. Services are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Smith, office manager for Klean King, passed away Saturday, March 15, 2008. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Swartz. She loved gardening and hummingbirds. Survivors include her husband, Leon Smith; mother and stepfather, Sharon and Charles Traxler; father, Terry Gremillion; daughters, Kayla Kulp, Nicole Kulp, Sidney Smith; ex-husband, Sandy Kulp; granddaughters, Jamylyn Kulp and Gabby Frost; sisters, Christie Hemphill, Brandy Blocker, and Rachael Hudnal; and grandmothers, Christine Brown and Gloria Traxler. Pallbearers will be David Blocker, Robert Lofton, Christopher Lofton, John Tillman, Kyle Kulp, Kory Kulp, Jeff Grenway, Jason Laffoon, and Bill Damiper. Visitation will be Tuesday from 12:00 Noon until 1:30PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Ernest Cowart Sr., 75
Ernest Cowart Sr., of Monroe, formerly of Jonesville, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

Shannon M. Day, 38
Shannon Mechelle Day, of Monroe, a nurse, died Thursday. Services are 4 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

JoAnn Garrett, 77
BASTROP — JoAnn Garrett, a homemaker, died Saturday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Friday at Dry Bayou Cemetery, Wilmot, Ark., under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Wilda Hicks, 64
FARMERVILLE — Wilda Hicks, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at First Baptist Church. Burial will be in Enterprise Cemetery, Enterprise, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Lavelle Pixley, 80
JONESBORO — Lavelle Pixley, a debarker operator, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Southern Funeral Home. Burial will be in Yankee Springs Cemetery, Goldonna. Visitation is 5:30-9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Bertha Beard Pullin, 91
OAK GROVE — Bertha Beard Pullin died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

George Thornton, 81
MONTEREY — George Dudley "Doug" Thornton, formerly of Newellton, a retired oil field worker, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Christian Fellowship Church, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton, under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Tuesday at the church.

Quillie Underwood, 82
Quillie N. Underwood, of Monroe, retired from the military, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Arlene Vail, 65
ALVARADO, Texas — Arlene Vail, formerly of Greenwood, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Mount Olive East Cemetery.

Lloyd Voorhees Jr., 80
Lloyd A. Voorhees Jr., of Monroe, a retired salesman for KNOE-TV, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road. Burial will be in St. Matthew Catholic Mausoleum. Visitation is 1-2 p.m. today at the funeral home.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Berry, Darryl Darnell: 11 a.m. today, Union Chapel Baptist Church, Monroe.
Breland, James O.: 2 p.m. today, Cherry Ridge Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Foreman, Joyce Litton: 10 a.m. today, First Baptist Church, Monroe.
Head, Rev. Arthur: 10 a.m. today, Spaulding Funeral Home, Los Angeles.
Schmitz, Donald V.: 10:30 a.m. today, Holy Spirit Catholic Church, Sioux Falls, S.D.
Williams, Jessie Mae: 11 a.m. today, Jerusalem Baptist Church, Calhoun

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

DOLORES ARLENE LARSON- DOWNING Thornburg-Hanson Funeral Home Prairie du Chien, WI Dolores A. Downing 79 of Prairie du Chien, WI died Saturday March 15, 2008 at Memorial Hospital in Prairie du Chien,WI following a short illness. Memorial services will be 1:30 PM Tuesday March 18. 2008 at Thornburg-Hanson Funeral Home in Prairie du Chien, WI She is survived by two daughters: Terri (Marv) Cunningham of Monroe, LA, Jo Anne (Jeff) Dangel of Mesa, AZ; five grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren; four siblings. In the late 1980's Dolores owned and operated a catering business, The Upper Crust in Monroe, Louisiana for ten years. Memorials may be given to River Oaks School 600 Hideway Rd. Monroe, LA 71203 or memorial of your choice.

EDWARD "CHOP" PLUMMER FARRAR FUNERAL HOME Farmerville, LA. Funeral services for Edward "Chop" Plummer, 67, of Marion, LA will be held at 3:00 PM Wednesday at Dean Baptist Church in Marion with Bro. Donald Reeves officiating. Burial will be in Liberty Cemetery in Linville. Arrangements are under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mr. Plummer, a retired oil field worker, died Sunday March 16th. He is preceded in death by his parents, Buddy & Bell Plummer; brother, Billy McKinnie; grandsons: Cody Alan Plummer & Shawn Lee Hicks and great nephew, Ve Jay Pace. Survivors include 4 sons: Peanut & Lynne Plummer of Marion; Bubba & Carmen Plummer of West Monroe; Larry Joe & Lynn Plummer of Mangham; and Sam & Memi Zimm of Baton Rouge;1 daughter: Sharon Reeves & husband, Emmitt of Marion; 1 sister: JoAnn "Sissie" Pace & husband, Charles of Marion; 11 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; very special friends: Evelyn Norris and Dale Riles; and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Pallbearers are Chris Fulton, Jesse Lively, Roger Reeves, Marvin McKinnie, George Herring and Jed Rhodes. Honorary pallbearers are Bennie Ford, W. D. Roberson, Charlie Marshall and Dewey Rhodes. Visitation will be at Dean Baptist Church in Marion beginning at 5:00 PM Tuesday until service time on Wednesday. Online messages may be sent to the family at www.farrarfh.com.

GENEVIEVE COCO CHRISTY Hamllin & Hilbish Eustis, FL Genevieve Coco Christy 91 passed away in Tavares on Friday March 14, 2008. Jenny was born in Moreauville, LA and was one of 10 children. They grew up on a rural cotton farm in Avoyelles, Parish. Her father, Wilmore Arthur Coco was on one of the first LSU football teams and her mother Sadie Leet Coco was a schoolteacher across the Mississippi River in Bayou Sara. The family moved to Baton Rouge after her Dad's death when they lost the farm in the Great Depression. At one time, seven Baton Rouge "Coco" families lived in a small neighborhood surrounding the Coco Lumber Company, founded by her oldest brother and employing most of the family men at one time or another. She and Earl raised their family of four children in the family enclave. Jenny was multi-talented and could do anything she decided she wanted to accomplish. She designed and made her clothes for much of her life, was a master gardener, painted, made stained glass, taught herself to play the piano and worked with her husband to build two businesses. She met her husband, Joseph Earl Christy in an elevator in the Louisiana State Capital building where they both worked. She has been widowed since 1991, and was married for 53 years. She and her husband retired to Mount Dora, Florida 30 years ago from Monroe, LA. Nanny, as she was affectionately called by all the grandchildren , leaves a lasting heritage… her positive attitude about life, her practical approach to problem solving and her generosity. Pink was her signature color… reflected in the hundreds of azaleas and camellias she left behind in her many gardens… a living fragrant legacy. Survivors include her children Cynthia Christy Prickett and son-in-law Jack Prickett of Eustis, FL, Linda Christy Ewell and son-in-law Edmond Ewell of Zachary, LA, Hunter Aubert Christy and daughter-in-law Monica Christy of Monroe, LA and Melody Christy Oligane and son-in-law Maxwell Oligane, grandchildren; Christy Prickett McCain, Jacquelyn Prickett Maroney, Cannon Parrish Prickett, Hunter Lewis Gordon, Hunter Thomas Christy, Chelsea Christy Hennessy, Genevieve Oligane and Hayley Oligane, great grandchildren; Jackson McCain, Dallas McCain, Quentin McCain, Billy Gordon, Wyatt Gordon (Jan. 27, 2007 - Jan. 28, 2008) Cannon Parrish Prickett and Frances Christy Maroney. Services were held will be held in the Hamlin & Hilbish Chapel at 10 AM Monday, March 17, with Chaplain Bob Whitworth officiating, interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery, Eustis. You may share your own special thoughts and memories by visiting hamlinhilbish.com.

MARGIE PEARL MURRAY Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Margie Pearl Murray, 86, of Calhoun, LA, will be held Wednesday afternoon, March 19th, 2008, at 2:00PM in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Rev. Warner Aswell and Rev. Charles Dupree officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt. Zion Cemetery in Calhoun, LA. Mrs. Murray was born January 28, 1922 in Calhoun, LA, and passed away March 16, 2008, in Jonesboro, LA, following a lengthy illness. A homemaker for over 50 years, she was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Murray; her father, Willie Newton Smith and wife, Hazel, and her mother, Pearl Lowery Carney and husband, Frank; a sister, Laura Gilmore; 2 brothers, Milton Buddy Smith and Johnny Smith; 2 grandsons, Michael Allen and Henry Otis Lowery; stepmother, Hazel Smith; and stepfather, Frank Carney. Survivors include her 3 children, Emma Jones and husband, Johnny, of Vernon, LA, Joann Mangum and husband, Chris, of Calhoun, LA, and Allen Murray and wife, Julie, of Calhoun, LA; 7 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; 5 great great grandchildren; sister, Betty Wiltcher and husband, George, of Bernice, LA; brothers, Billy Smith and wife, Faye, and Robert Smith and wife, Brenda, all of Calhoun, LA; and numerous nieces and nephews. Margie's legacy of loving and caring will be carried on by those she loved and adored the most, her family. She was a devoted and loving grandmother and bragged endlessly about her grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Chris Mangum, John Lowery, Chris Maxwell, Henry Murray, Willie Murray, Jr., and Richard Puckett. Visitation will be Tuesday evening from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

QUILLIE N. UNDERWOOD Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Quillie N. Underwood, 82, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday, March 19, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe with Rev. Mark Fenn officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Underwood was born April 9, 1925 to John Irvin Underwood and Emma Louella May in Winnsboro, LA and passed away Sunday, March 16, 2008. He was raised in the community of Zebedee, LA in Richland Parish. He was a 32nd degree Mason, realtor, farmer, and owner of Underwood Drilling Inc. and Underwood Oil Well Service, Inc. He was also a veteran in the U. S. Army, 25th Infantry Division, 32nd Infantry Division, 24th Division, and a Top Recruiter. He was an avid outdoorsman. Mr. Underwood received certificates of appreciation from the U. S. Army Chief of Staff and the Army's Adjutant General when he retired from the service after 20 years of duty. He saw combat in two wars, WWII and Korea, and enlisted 2,340 persons during his recruiting duty. Mr. Underwood was wounded several times in service of his country. Mr. Underwood received numerous awards and decorations including: Combat Infantry badge, Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Good Conduct with Silver Loops, American campaign ribbon, Asiatic Pacific ribbon with three Battle Stars, WWII Victory ribbon, Japan Occupation ribbon, National Defense ribbon, Philippine Liberation ribbon with one Bronze Star, United Nations ribbon, Korean campaign with six battle stars, Philippine Presidential citation, Korean Presidential citation. Mr. Underwood was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Woodrow W. Underwood, Lawrence M. Underwood, Marshall M. Underwood, Tommy J. "TJ" Underwood, and Billy R. Underwood; and sister, Ella May Chisolm. Survivors include his wife, Barbara Mathieu Underwood; sons, Bobby N. Underwood and wife Suzonne of Monroe, LA; David A Underwood of Monroe, LA; daughter, Theresa Underwood Kelly of Delhi, LA; and sister, Faye L. Underwood of West Monroe, LA; three grandchildren, Ryan Cheek, Madi Jo Underwood, and John Patrick Kelly, Jr. Kelly ; step grandchild, Whitney Manning; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Pat Wright, Jr., Mickey Dubos, Scott Wolleson, Matthew Colvin, Don Wills, and Dwain McVay. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Jasyah Bosley, infant
Jasyah De'Monyae Bosley, the infant daughter of LaToya Alexander and Joshua Bosley, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under directions of Funerals by McFarland of Monroe.

Ann Brown, 94
FARMERVILLE — Ann Brown, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Ernest C. Cowart Sr., 75
Ernest Clifton Cowart Sr., of Monroe, formerly of Jonesville, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Pisgah Baptist Church, Manifest. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

Georgia P. Morace Cox, 83
VIDALIA — Georgia Paralee Morace Cox, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial will be in Long Pine Cemetery, Monterey.

Stanley R. Davis, 91
Stanley R. Davis of West Monroe, a retired insurance salesman, died Monday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. until noon Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Frank Dukes, 62
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Frank Dukes, a laborer, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Gaither Memorial Cemetery.

Mary Alice Galloway, 70
Mary Alice Galloway of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Monroe.

Doris Gorman, 77
WINNSBORO — Doris Gorman, a retired cashier, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Myrtle Memorial Cemetery.

Charles O. Hayton, 84
Charles O. "Charlie" Hayton of West Monroe, a retired building contractor, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mineral Springs Cemetery, West Monroe.

Herbert Henderson, 68
HOMER — Herbert Henderson, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Dorothy M. Kinnison, 80
Dorothy "Dot" M. Kinnison of West Monroe, a retired physical therapist, died Monday. Graveside services are 4 p.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, West Monroe. Visitation is 5:30-7:30 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

James Jerrell Peters, 69
WINNSBORO — James Jerrell Peters, formerly of Council Bluff, retired from the United States Air Force, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Bertha Beard Pullin, 91
OAK GROVE — Bertha Beard Pullin died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 8 a.m.-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Kilbourne Cemetery, Kilbourne.

Laurie Walker Shelby, 54
Laurie Walker Shelby of Monroe, a Neville High School teacher, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Pine Grove Church, Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. until service time today at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Terri Lynn Kulp Smith, 37
Terri Lynn Kulp Smith of Monroe, a Klean King assistant manager, died Saturday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation is noon until 1:30 p.m. at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Lavelle Straughter, 73
MANGHAM — Lavelle Straughter died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Bobbie Jean Thomas, 55
DETROIT, Mich. — Bobbie Jean Thomas, formerly of Columbia, died Sunday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland of Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Garrett, JoAnn: 2 p.m. Friday, Dry Bayou Cemetery, Wilmot, Ark.
Pixley, Lavelle: 2 p.m. today, Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Thornton, George Dudley "Doug:" 10 a.m. Wednesday, Christian Fellowship Church, Winnsboro.
Underwood, Quillie N.: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe

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

DOROTHY M. KINNISON Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Dot Kinnison, 80 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 4:00 PM Wednesday, March 19, 2008 at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery on Hwy 80 in Monroe, LA with Rev. Mark Fenn officiating. Ms. Kinnison was born on November 10, 1927 to Robert (Bob) Samuel & Emma Mae Horne Kinnison in Standard, LA and passed away Monday, March 17, 2008 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe. As a physical therapist, Dot served in the Armed Forces from 1949 to 1959, the Cerebral Palsy Stuart Bacon Center as Director/Therapist and with the Ouachita Parish School System. She graduated from Northwestern University where she was on the homecoming court & a member of Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority. Dot was a fan of the NLU lady Indians basketball team attending most home games & watched all out of town games on TV. She was also an avid reader & crossword puzzle solver. She has been a volunteer at the Glenwood Medical Mall since 1998, received her 1000 Mile Mall Walker Pin and was honored in June 2002 as Volunteer of the Month. Dot is survived by her sister, Evelyn Blackmon & her husband Ed, nephew Larry Blackmon & wife Dency, niece Jan Mattingly & husband Dale, five Great Nieces, their husbands and children: D'Anne & Corey Bennett, Reid, Emma; Angela & Rob Hammond, Abbigayle, Garrett; Amy & Jeremy Many, Mase & brother to be; Ashley & Shannon Harper, Cam; Kinbur & Matt Gosling. She was preceded in death by her closest friend, Louise Harris. A special thanks to Robert & Exa Harris, Teddy & Diane Harris, and Sonny & Margaret Burkett as well as all the Harris Family! Dot's beloved pets were like family to her. They are: her poodle Loki, and cats Aker & Squeaker. Memorials may be made to the United Cerebral Palsy or the Humane Society. Online condolence/registry www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MAURINE TURNER Ted Dickey Funeral Home Plano, TX Age, 89. Maurine was born in Bernice LA on July 25, 1918. She passed away in Plano, TX on March 16, 2008. Maurine is survived by her children Sonny Turner and wife Pat, Joe Turner and wife Donna, Ty Turner, Johnny Turner and wife Tina, Teresa Brown and husband Randy, and stepdaughter Sharon Pierce and husband David. Siblings Truby Bromell, Teddy Clements, Van Green and wife Freda. She is also survived by 11 grand-children and 14 great grandchildren. Maurine is preceded in death by two siblings Eleanor Smith, Curt Green and one son Doug Turner. Family and friends were Maurine's life. She enjoyed cooking, and played bingo and card games with her friends to pass the time. She was a loving mother and grandmother. Maurine is deeply loved, and will be greatly missed. Visitation will be held at the Custer Rd. United Methodist Church on Wednesday, March 19, 2008 from 12:00 PM til 2:00 PM, on the Funeral Service will begin at 2:00 PM with interment to follow at Ridgeview Memorial Park in Allen, Texas. For tributes please visit www.mem.com

MR. RONALD GLENN RENFROW Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mr. Ronald Glenn Renfrow, 72, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday, March 20, 2008 at the Ridge Avenue Baptist Church with Rev. David Brown, Rev. Calton Yeager and Rev. Charles Holstead officiating. Interment will follow in the Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Renfrow was born on November 2, 1935 in Liddieville, LA and passed away on Tuesday, March 18, 2008 at the St. Francis Medical Center in Monroe, LA. He was a member of the Ridge Avenue Baptist Church, Urim 111 Masonic Lodge Calhoun, LA and also the West Monroe Masonic Lodge #419. He served his country in the United States Marine Corps and was a member of the American Legion Post in Monroe, LA. Mr. Renfrow worked for the West Monroe Fire Department, for 29 years. He also loved to hunt. Survivors include his wife, Carolyn Renfrow; children, Kirk Renfrow and wife Tracy, Derrick Renfrow and wife Lydia, Sha Hill and husband Jeff, Misti Owens and husband Bill; grandchildren, Brandon Renfrow and wife Shannon, Chad Renfrow and wife Evelyn, Devin, Rance and Parker Brit Hill, Dillon and Bailey Renfrow, Camrin and Cole Clark, Ty Owens, Chris and Josh Gandy; great grandchildren, Sebastian Renfrow, Aspen and Dawson Renfrow and Dalton Hill; mother, Ethel Renfrow; brother, Jerry Renfrow; sisters, Ann Eubanks and husband Kenny, Sue Renfrow and friend Jo Greer. Mr. Renfrow's Grandchildren will serve as pallbearers. Honorary Pallbearers will be members of the West Monroe Fire Department and the West Monroe Masonic Lodge # 419. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Wednesday, March 19, 2008 at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to the St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital. Online Registry/Condolences www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Willie Blunt, 54
Willie Blunt of Monroe, an LSU Medical Center supervisor, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Helen Durham, 80
FERRIDAY — Helen Durham, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Alice Garner, 96
RUSTON — Alice Garner, a teacher, died Tuesday. Graveside services are noon Saturday at Greenwood Cemetery, Ruston. Visitation is 8-11 a.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Kiley Renee Hill, infant
GRAYSON — Kiley Renee Hill infant daughter of Ricka Mercer and Luke Hill, died Monday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Cross Roads Cemetery west of Grayson under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Eddie L. Hunt, 84
Eddie L. Hunt of Monroe, a monument engraver, died March 11. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Hunts/Fleming Cemetery, Cranfield, Miss.

Leigh Robison Hunter, 36
Leigh Anne Robison Hunter of West Monroe died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Earl 'Buddy' Husbands, 72
HARRISONBURG — Earl "Buddy" Husbands, a truck driver and U.S. Army Korean War veteran, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville. Visitation is 5-10 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Highland Park Cemetery.

Charles Ray Jackson, 50
Charles Ray Jackson of Monroe, a carpenter, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Bright Oak Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Hall Cemetery under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

James David Larance, 67
DUBACH — James David Larance died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Rock Corner Baptist Church, Dubach. Visitation is noon until service time today at the church. Burial will be in Colvin Memorial Cemetery, Dubach under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Bennie Lusk, 65
WINNSBORO — Bennie Lusk, a farmer, died Saturday. Graveside services are noon Thursday at Springfield Cemetery, Clayton. Visitation is noon-7 p.m. today with a wake service 6-7 p.m. today at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Margie Pearl Murray, 86
JONESBORO — Margie Pearl Murray, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mount Zion Cemetery, Calhoun.

James Jerrell Peters, 69
WINNSBORO — James Jerrell Peters, retired from the U.S. Air Force and formerly of Council Bluff, Iowa, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Newton Baptist Church, Delhi. Visitation is noon-2 p.m. Thursday at the church. Burial will be in Newton Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Edward Plummer, 67
MARION — Edward "Chop" Plummer, a retired oilfield worker, died Sunday. Services are 3 p.m. today at Dean Baptist Church, Marion. Visitation continues until service time today at the church. Burial will be in Liberty Cemetery, Linville under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Casey W. Smith, 34
FERRIDAY — Casey W. Smith, an International Fire and Safety employee and U.S. Navy veteran, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial will be in Natchez City Cemetery.

Irene Smith Wiggins, 85
LIDDIEVILLE — Irene Smith Wiggins, a retired private sitter, died Tuesday. Services 10 a.m. Thursday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Ogden Cemetery.

Nicholas Zabaronick Jr., 62
Nicholas Zabaronick Jr. of West Monroe, a retired certified orthotist, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Davis, Stanley R.: 2 p.m. today, Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.
Dukes, Frank: 11 a.m. Saturday, Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence.
Garrett, JoAnn: 2 p.m. Friday, Dry Bayou Cemetery, Wilmot, Ark.
Kinnison, Dorothy M.: 4 p.m. today, Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.
Pullin, Bertha Beard: 2 p.m. today, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Thornton, George Dudley 'Doug': 10 a.m. today, Christian Fellowship Church, Winnsboro.
Underwood, Quillie N.: 2 p.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

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

ALICE FALLIN GARNER Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Mrs. Garner was born August 25, 1911 and passed away March 18, 2008 following a lengthy illness. Mrs. Garner was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church in Ruston. You could not meet Alice Fallin Garner without her making a big impact on your heart. You knew instantly that she was an extremely unique and interesting individual. Alice was one of five children. She was born on August 25, 1911 to Ollie Jane and Benjamin Lloyd Fallin of Choudrant, Louisiana. She lived her whole life in Lincoln Parish graduating from Louisiana Tech University and teaching in the Lincoln Parish School System for over 40 years. If you were a student of Alice Garner's, you were very lucky. She loved teaching, particularly American History, and she loved and always remembered her students. Alice's motto was "Life is to be lived", which she proceeded to do after retiring by traveling extensively with publisher groups to "six of our seven continents." Traveling was her passion, especially cruising. She could amaze you with such detailed recollections of her travels that you felt like you had been there. Alice had a green thumb and loved to have her hands in the dirt. A long time member of the Ruston Garden Club, she had a tremendous variety of interesting plants at her home in Ruston which she gladly shared with many. Alice went to meet her Heavenly Father on March 18, 2008, at the age of 96. She had a strong faith and looked forward to seeing her family that went before her including her parents, Ollie Jane and Benjamin Lloyd Fallin, her husband, W.T. Garner, her sisters Mary Lee Chandler and Erline Fallin Webster, and brother, Henry Ford Fallin. Alice did not have children, but she is the cherished sister of Daniel Webster Fallin and beloved Aunt to Alton Fallin and wife Sylvia, JoAnna Fallin Duarte and husband Luis, C.H. Chandler and wife Joan, Mary Olive Gary, and Sondra Webster Davis. She is lovingly remembered as well by many great nieces and nephews and countless friends. For certain, Alice would want to express her gratitude to all those that cared for her so lovingly in the end, especially her close friend Danny Bonaventure in addition , Alice formed a caring bond with caregivers Rachelle Latham, Renee' Street, Shaneisha Bryant, and Patricia Smith. Alice Fallin Garner touched many people's lives with her generous compassionate spirit, her sharp mind, and her enthusiasm for life. No doubt she is "stompin' mightily" right now and we here will greatly miss her. Graveside services for Alice Fallin Garner, age 96, of Ruston will be held at 12:00 P.M Saturday, March 22, 2008 at Greenwood cemetery in Ruston. Officiating the service will be Rev. Fred Wideman under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Visitation will be from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Pallbearers will be great nephews Bill, Gerry, and Mike Gary, great-great nephews Douglas, Calvin, Jack, and Brandon Gary, and friends Larry Jarrell, and Rob Shadoin and Cole Thibaut. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

JAMES "JIMMY" MELVIN BONNETT Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, Louisiana Funeral Services for Mr. James "Jimmy" Melvin Bonnett, 59, of West Monroe, LA will be 2:00 PM Friday, March 21, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Dr. Greg Clark and Rev. George Bonner officiating. Burial to follow at Walnut Grove Cemetery. Mr. Bonnett was born April 24, 1948 to Randolph Bonnett, Jr. and Ovenia C. Williams Bonnett in West Monroe, LA and passed away on March 19, 2008 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. He was raised in the Ouachita Parish Community. He retired from A & P Grocery Store. He was a volunteer for the Ronald McDonald House. He was a member of the Monroe Jaycee's. He was a member of Cedar Crest Baptist Church. Mr. Bonnett was preceded in death by his father, Randolph Bonnett, Jr., and brother, Jesse Melton Bonnett. James is survived by his mother, Ovenia Bonnett; brother, Alton M. Bonnett; sister, Linda D. Lambert; sister-in-law, Shirley Bonnett; and fourteen nieces and eleven nephews. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Thursday, March 20, 2008 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. James was a man that had a great character and loved volunteering to help anyone in need. He was had a heart of gold. He will be missed by all whom knew him. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

NICHOLAS ZABARONICK, JR. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Nicholas Zabaronick, Jr., 62, of West Monroe will be held Friday, March 21, 2008, at 10:00 AM, at the Pentecostals of the Twin Cities Church, West Monroe. Rev. Mark Foster and Rev. Fred Foster will be officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun, LA, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Mr. Zabaronick was born September 16, 1945, in Dobbs Ferry, New York and passed away March 18, 2008, in West Monroe, LA. Mr. Zabaronick was preceded in death by his parents, Nicholas and Ann Zabaronick of New York. Mr. Zabaronick is survived by his wife, Connie Zabaronick; daughters, Cathy Telano Schjelde and husband, Alex of West Monroe; Leslie Rawls and husband, Daryl of West Monroe, Kristi Long and husband, Darian of Monroe; grandchildren, Lauren Telano, Olivia Telano, Jackson Telano, Ruby Rawls, Nicholas Rawls, Brittany Long, Katie Long, and Megan Long; sister, Patricia Radomski and husband Robert of Lake Charles; niece, Kim Radomski and husband Keith of Lake Charles, nephew, Kevin Radomski of Houston. Pallbearers will be Darian Long, Daryl Rawls, Alex Schjelde, Bibb Ragland, Jerry Worley, Gene Duffy, Greg Yoes, and Charles Williams. Honorary pallbearers will be Poppy's best buddy, Jackson Telano, Bill Loughlin, Ron Smith, Jonathan Primeaux, Jody Primeaux, Randy Broussard, Aaron Carr, and Richard Rawls. Visitation will be Thursday, March 20, 2008, from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home and Friday from 9:00 AM until service time at the church. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

ROBERT A. FANT Rose-Neath Southside Funeral Home Shreveport, LA Funeral services honoring the life of Robert A. Fant, 77, will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, March 21, 2008 at Rose-Neath Southside Funeral Home. Officiating will be Reverend Bill Stowell, assisted by Reverend George R. Bailey. Interment will be in Hashley Cemetery in West Monroe, LA with graveside service at 3:00 p.m. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday, March 20, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 P.M. Robert was born in Union Parish, LA on April 11, 1930 to Thomas and Maudie Fant. He passed away on March 19, 2008 after a brief illness in Shreveport. He was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church and was a retired Pharmacist. He proudly served his country in the Marine Corp. He was a devoted husband, daddy, grandfather, great-grandfather and, affectionately known as Bobby. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Thomas W. Fant. Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 54 years, Sue Fant; son, Major Fant and wife, Jennifer, of Belcher, LA; daughter: Susan Fant Votaw of Shreveport; one very special grandson, John Votaw, Jr., and one very special great grandson, Johnathan Votaw; sister, Shirley Mathews, and husband, Robert, of Santa Fe, NM; brother, Joe Fant and wife, Sylvia, of Texarkana, TX; numerous nieces, nephews, and many friends. Honorary pallbearers will be Adrian Flores, Ron Lewis, Jim May and Dr. "Bo" Worley

Annie Lee Hardy Allen, 60
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Annie Lee Hardy Allen, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Lake Providence High School Auditorium. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Saturday at Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Gaither Memorial Cemetery.

Floyd Arceneaux Sr., 81
WINNSBORO — Floyd Arceneaux Sr., a retired farmer, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Jasyah Bosley, infant
Jasyah De'Monyae Bosley, the infant daughter of Joshua Bosley and LaToya Alexander, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Clyde S. Cartlidge, 89
START — Clyde S. Cartlidge, a retired farmer, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Start Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Start Cemetery.

Edna Arledge Coleman, 83
EPPS — Edna Arledge Coleman, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Burial will be in Epps Cemetery.

Frank Dukes, 62
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Frank Dukes, a laborer, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Northstar Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Gaither Memorial Cemetery.

Helen A. Durham, 80
FERRIDAY — Helen A. Durham, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 3 p.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.

Louella Filhoil, 101
Louella Filhoil of Monroe, a homemaker, died March 11. Services are noon Saturday at Logtown Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Union Baptist Church Cemetery, Bosco.

Jessie Gill, 85
TALLULAH — Jessie Gill died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Olive Baptist Church, Carthage, Miss. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Mount Olive Cemetery.

James Green, 59
James Green of Monroe, a janitor, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

Mark Alan 'Bo' Hogan, 44
BASTROP — Mark Alan "Bo" Hogan, a roofer, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Friday at Carter Cemetery, Bastrop. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. today at Golden Gate Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Jesse Howard Irby, 89
BASTROP — Jesse Howard Irby of Bastrop, a retired farmer, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. today at Redwing Cemetery, Goodwill under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

James Jackson, 38
LAKE PROVIDENCE — James Jackson died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Lake Providence High School Auditorium. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Gaither Memorial Cemetery.

Ollie Jones, 53
ALEXANDRIA — Ollie Jones died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence.

Adell R. Marbley, 65
Adell Robinson Marbley of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Joyce Payne Marsh, 70
VIDALIA — Joyce Marie Payne Marsh, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Ferriday Church of God. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the church. Graveside services will be 1 p.m. at Epps Cemetery, Epps under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

LaNeisha Neal, 29
BUNA, Texas — LaNeisha Neal, a cook formerly of Wisner, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Newlight Baptist Church, Wisner. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. A wake service is 6-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Hope Estate Cemetery, Wisner.

Ronald Glenn Renfrow, 72
Ronald Glenn Renfrow of West Monroe, retired West Monroe Fire Department assistant fire chief, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Ridge Avenue Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time at the church. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Irene Smith Wiggins, 85
LIDDIEVILLE — Irene Smith Wiggins, a retired private sitter, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Boeuf River Baptist Church, Liddieville. Burial will be in Ogden Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Olevia Boyd Wiley, 55
JONESVILLE — Olevia Boyd Wiley, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Sandy Lake Pentecostal Church near Jonesville. Visitation is 5 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Pine Grove Cemetery, Rhinehart under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Austin Wilson Sr., 85
FERRIDAY — Austin Wilson Sr. died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Previously acknowledged:
Dukes, Frank: 11 a.m. Saturday, Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence.
Garner, Alice: noon Saturday, Greenwood Cemetery, Ruston.
Garrett, JoAnn: 2 p.m. Friday, Dry Bayou Cemetery, Wilmot, Ark.
Hunt, Eddie L.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Husbands, Earl "Buddy": 11 a.m. today, Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.
Jackson, Charles Ray: 1 p.m. Saturday, Bright Oak Baptist Church, Monroe.
Lusk, Bennie: noon today, Springfield Cemetery, Clayton.
Peters, James Jerrell: 2 p.m. today, Newton Baptist Church, Delhi.
Wiggins, Irene Smith: 10 a.m. today, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro

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

A. B. GRANT Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, Louisiana Funeral Services for Mr. A. B. Grant, 86, of West Monroe, LA will be 12:00 PM Saturday, March 22, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Rev. Bruce McGee officiating. Burial to follow at Hasley Cemetery. Mr. Grant passed away on Wednesday, March 19, 2008. He was a Veteran of WWII serving in the United States Army. He retired from Manville International Paper as Storeroom Manager. He is survived by his daughters, Sherri Barnett and her husband Greg, Kim Heacock and her husband Rick, Becky Horton and her husband Rodney; grandchildren, Christina Sellers and her husband Jesse, Tommy Gonzales, Brandon Barnett, Emily Hardwick, Dillon Barnett, Daniel Heacock, Logan Horton, Caleb Horton, great-granddaughter, Haley Sellers; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Caleb Horton, Logan Horton, Greg Barnett, Ricky Sims, Brandon Barnett, Dillon Barnett, and Tommy Gonzales. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Friday, March 21, 2008 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

CLYDE SHELBY CARTLIDGE Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. Funeral services for Mr. Clyde Shelby Cartlidge, 89, of Start, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Friday, March 21, 2008 at the Start Baptist Church with pastor Steve Wilkins officiating. Interment will follow in Start Cemetery under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home in Rayville. Mr. Cartlidge was born on February 21, 1919 and passed away on Wednesday, March 19, 2008. He was a member of Start Baptist Church and a retired farmer. Mr. Cartlidge was instrumental in the planning and development of the Rayville Producers Gin, as well as, serving in the capacity of board member and president. He served on the Board of Directors for the Union Oil Mill. He also served as secretary and treasurer of the board of directors for the Rayville Compress and Warehouse. He was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Yorkie B. Cartlidge. He is survived by his daughter, Sue Trisler and husband, Walt; three grandchildren, Tara Maddox and husband, Rob, Patrick Trisler and wife, Shannon, and Amy Booth and husband, Aaron; thirteen great grandchildren, Shelby, Rachael, Jackson, Gareth, Bronwen and Jude Maddox, Wrenn, Eli, Luke, and Solon Trisler, and Sophie, Ava, and Layla Booth. Pallbearers will be Ken Lindsay and family members, Walt Trisler, Patrick Trisler, Rob Maddox, Shelby Maddox, and Aaron Booth. Honorary pallbearer will be Charles Turnage. A special thanks to caregivers, Faye Payton and Robert Davis for their devoted care. Also thanks to Best Home Health and to Cindy and the staff of Agape Hospice. To leave condolences for the family to online to: www.brownholleyfuneralhomes.com

JAMES "JIMMY" MELVIN BONNETT Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mr. James "Jimmy" Melvin Bonnett, 59, of West Monroe, LA will be 2:00 PM Friday, March 21, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Dr. Greg Clark and Rev. George Bonner officiating. Burial to follow at Walnut Grove Cemetery. Mr. Bonnett was born April 24, 1948 to Randolph Bonnett, Jr. and Ovenia C. Williams Bonnett in West Monroe, LA and passed away on March 19, 2008 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. He was raised in the Ouachita Parish Community. He retired from A & P Grocery Store. He was a volunteer for the Ronald McDonald House. He was a member of the Monroe Jaycee's. He was a member of Cedar Crest Baptist Church. Mr. Bonnett was preceded in death by his father, Randolph Bonnett, Jr., and brother, Jesse Melton Bonnett. James is survived by his mother, Ovenia Bonnett; brother, Alton M. Bonnett; sister, Linda D. Lambert; sister-in-law,Shirley Bonnett; and fourteen nieces and eleven nephews. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until Service Time at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. James was a man that had a great character and loved volunteering to help anyone in need. He was had a heart of gold. He will be missed by all whom knew him. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

JOSEPHINE LASUZZO CASCIO Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Josephine Lasuzzo Cascio, 94, of Monroe, will be held at 1:00 PM Saturday, March 22, 2008, at St. Matthew Catholic Church with Rev. Joseph Puthuppally officiating. Interment will follow in St. Matthew Catholic Mausoleum under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Cascio, a restaurateur, passed away Wednesday, March 19, 2008, at St. Francis Specialty Hospital. She was a lifetime resident of Monroe. She was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church, Catholic Daughters of America, and Cosmopolitan Dance Club. Mrs. Cascio was preceded in death by her husband, Joe David Cascio; parents, Sam Lasuzzo, Sr. and Mary Farace Lasuzzo; sisters, Mary Scalia, Anna Colichia, Sara Sparacino, Rose Gaskins, Grace Peters, and Gussie Schott; and bothers, Joe Lasuzzo, Charlie Lasuzzo, Sam Lasuzzo, and Camille Lasuzzo. Survivors include her son, Victor David Cascio, Sr. and wife Marie; grandsons, Joe David Cascio, II and wife Rene', Victor David Cascio, Jr. and Rodney Christopher Cascio and wife Caroline; great grandsons, Joe David Cascio, III, Carter Christopher Cascio, Benjamin Maher Cascio, and John Christopher Cascio; great grand daughter, Katherine Marie Cascio; brother, Tony Lasuzzo; and a number of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Tom Baker, John Lauve, Clint Hixson, Sheriff Elect-Royce Toney, Ed Seymour, Dr. Mike Cage, Judge Scott Leehy, and Charles Marsala. Honorary pallbearers will be Victor Charles Cascio, Christian Creed, Rev. Scotty Sanders, James Moore, Luke Sanders, Dr. Doug Brown, and Dr. Scott Zentner. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to Monroe Garden Study League Memorial, P O Box 2152, Monroe, LA. 71207 or to the American Cancer Society. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MS. LEIGH-ANNE ROBISON Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Memorial Services for Ms. Leigh-Anne Robison, 36, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, March 22, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Rick Crandall officiating. Leigh-Anne was born on January 9, 1972 and passed away at her residence on March 18, 2008. She is preceded in death by her mother, Mrs. Johnnie L. Robison. Survivors include her father, Robbie Robison and wife Linda; sister, Denise Green and husband Greg; brother, Eddie Robison and wife Kimberly; three nieces, Abbie, Emma and Annalise Robison and special friend, Danelle Mathews. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National Kidney Foundation or to the Gideons. Online Registry/Condolences www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

OPAL MAE HAMMETT GEORGE Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Opal Mae Hammett George, 92, of Eros, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, on Saturday, March 22, 2008, at the Oak Grove Baptist Church on Crowell Road in the Okaloosa Community with Rev. Scott Thompson and Rev. Mike Barnett officiating. Interment will follow in the Walnut Grove Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. George was born May 26, 1915 in Saline, LA and passed away March 19, 2008, in Monroe, LA. A homemaker and long-time member of the Oak Grove Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Allen George. Mrs. George is survived by her son, W. H. George and wife Barbara; daughter, Gwenette Cummings and husband, Gene; grandsons; Jason George and wife Audery, Lance George, Travis Cummings and wife Brennan, Mark Cummings and wife Kim; 3 great-grandchildren; brother, Andrew Hammett and wife Gertrude and many nieces and nephews. Pallbearers are Jason George, Lance George, Mark Cummings, Travis Cummings, Garland Meredith and Wayne Murray. Visitation will be held at the Oak Grove Baptist Church on Friday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM and Saturday from 12:00 noon until service time. In lieu of floral tributes, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Walnut Grove Cemetery Fund or the Oak Grove Baptist Church Mission Fund. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.comTINA MICHELLE BARNES JOHNSON Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Tina Michelle Barnes Johnson, 35 of Eros, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Monday, March 24, 2008 at White's Ferry Road Church of Christ. Graveside services will be held at 2:00 PM at New Hope Cemetery, Monticello, LA. Bro. Mack Owen and Bro. Don Boyett will be officiating. Under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Tina was born May 9, 1972 in Monroe, LA and passed away March 19, 2008 in West Monroe, LA. Tina was a member of White's Ferry Road Church of Christ. Tina is survived by her husband, David Wayne Johnson; daughters, Ashley Heard, Brittany Heard, Jessica Thompson, Crystal Thompson; son, David Wayne Johnson, Jr.; sister, Tracey Patterson; brothers; William Barnes, Jr. and wife Sonja, Jason Barnes; sister, Samantha Winborne and husband Jeremy; mother-in-law, Aloha Johnson; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and 1 great nephew. Visitation will be held at White's Ferry Road Church of Christ, in the Fellowship Hall, Sunday, March 23, 2008 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Online condolences may be sent to the family at: www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

Michael Anderson, 35
Michael Anderson of Monroe died March 10. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

Floyd Arceneaux Sr., 81
WINNSBORO — Floyd Arceneaux Sr., a retired farmer, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Chase Cemetery.

Willie Blunt, 54
Willie Blunt of Monroe, an LSU Medical Center supervisor, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Bethel Church of God in Christ, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

James M. Bonnett, 59
James "Jimmy" Melvin Bonnett of West Monroe, a retired A&P Grocery employee, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Walnut Grove Cemetery.

Roy E. Chestnut, 60
TRANSYLVANIA — Roy Eugene Chestnut, an engineer, died Wednesday. Graveside services will be 10:30 a.m. today at Old Floyd Cemetery, Pioneer under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Jessie C. Franklin, 57
Jessie C. Franklin of Monroe, a salesman, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Anne R. Gannaway, 87
Anne R. Gannaway of Monroe, a retired teacher, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in the mausoleum.

James Green, 61
James Green of Monroe, a janitor, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at the Devine Word Spiritual Enrichment and Empowerment Temple, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Velma Henderson, 79
Velma Lee Henderson of Monroe, a college custodian, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. March 29 at Northgate Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. March 28 at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Elaine B. Hooks, 84
Elaine Bentz Hooks of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Private family graveside services will be held at Roselawn Memorial Garden Cemetery, Calhoun under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Mary Jackson, 81
Mary Jackson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Johnny Ladner Jr., 60
Johnny B. Ladner Jr. of Monroe, a disabled construction worker, died Thursday. Services are 4 p.m. Saturday at Hasley Cemetery Pavilion, West Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Adell R. Marbley, 65
Adell Robinson Marbley, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Riverside Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

Michael Mathews, 39
CROWVILLE — Michael Mathews died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Michael McIntyre, infant
Michael "Blake" McIntyre of West Monroe, infant son of Shannon Taylor and Samuel McIntyre, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Cheniere Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Floyd Patterson, 59
Floyd Patterson of Monroe, a laborer, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at King Solomon Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Oak Ridge.

Anthony Sumrall, 28
COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Anthony Wayne Sumrall, a landscaper, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Elijah Whatley, 57
HOUSTON — Elijah Whatley died March 11. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. today at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

N. Zabaronick Jr., 62
Nicholas Zabaronick Jr. of West Monroe, a retired certified orthotist, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at The Pentecostals of the Twin Cities Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time at the church. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Calhoun under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLYACKNOWLEDGED:
Allen, Annie Lee Hardy: 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Lake Providence High School Auditorium.
Bosley, Jasyah De'Monyae: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe.
Cartlidge, Clyde S.: 10 a.m. today, Start Baptist Church.
Dukes, Frank: 11 a.m. Saturday, Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence.
Durham, Helen A.: 3 p.m. today, Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Filhoil, Louelle: noon Saturday, Logtown Baptist Church, Monroe.
Garner, Alice: noon Saturday, Greenwood Cemetery, Ruston.
Garrett, JoAnn: 2 p.m. today, Dry Bayou Cemetery, Wilmot, Ark.
Gill, Jessie: 1 p.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Carthage, Miss.
Hogan, Mark Alan "Bo": 2 p.m. today, Carter Cemetery, Bastrop.
Hunt, Eddie L.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Jackson, Charles Ray: 1 p.m. Saturday, Bright Oak Baptist Church, Monroe.
Jackson, James: 2 p.m. Saturday, Lake Providence High School Auditorium.
Marsh, Joyce Payne: 10 a.m. today, Ferriday Church of God, Ferriday.
Neal, LaNeisha: 11 a.m. Saturday, Newlight Baptist Church, Wisner.
Wiley, Olevia Boyd: 2 p.m. today, Sandy Lake Pentecostal Church, Jonesville.
Wilson Sr., Austin: 10 a.m. today, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

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

ANNE R. GANNAWAY Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Anne R. Gannaway, 87, of Monroe, LA will be Saturday, March 22, 2008, at 2:00 P.M. at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel, Hwy 80 E, Monroe, with the Rev. JoAnn Cooper officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum. Miss Gannaway passed from this life early Thursday morning after a lengthy illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert H. Gannaway; her siblings, R. Leslie Gannaway, Guy Gannaway Sr., Mildred Gannaway, and Billy Gannaway and by her foster sister, Louise Tarpley. Miss Gannaway was born in Monroe, LA, May 15, 1920. After graduating from college, she joined the Navy during WWII and was responsible for instrument flight training for many Naval pilots. After the war, she returned home and obtained her Master's Degree and Plus 30 in education, attending both LA Tech and LSU. Miss Gannaway taught math and history at Jack Hayes Elementary, Ouachita Jr. High and Ouachita High School for nearly 40 years. She was very highly regarded by her students and fellow teachers. She played and loved to watch both tennis and golf. Miss Gannaway was a life long member of First United Methodist Church of Monroe. She was also a member of Eastern Star. She will be missed and is survived by her nieces and nephews; Guy Gannaway Jr., Terry Gannaway, Milann Gannaway, Gary Gannaway, Gay G. Brantley, Jan G. Blankenship, Judy G. Willis, Leslie G. Calhoun, Bill Gannaway and Bob Gannaway. She also had many friends and great nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church. The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to Miss Gannaway's long-time sitters, Ruby Chatham, Mary Anthony, and Gretchen Weidman, for their loving and patient care. They also want to thank the North Louisiana War Veterans Home staff for their kind and excellent care. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

IRWAN DANIEL SANUSI M.D. Hill and Wood Funeral Home Charlottesville, VA Irwan Sanusi M.D. 77, passed away Monday, March 17, 2008 as a result of an accidental fall experienced while playing tennis - his favorite hobby. He was born February 9, 1931 in to the late Samsi Wibowo (Sie Wie Bo) and late Sarlotti Winarko. He is survived by his devoted wife of 47 years, Marina T. Sanusi M.D. of Charlottesville, Virginia; his son H. David Sanusi M.D. and wife Lisa and their four children (Jeremy, Matthew, Joseph, Anna) of Atlanta Georgia, his son H. August Sanusi M.D. and wife Martha and their four children (Marina, Olivia, Juliette, Eliza) of Charlottesville, Virginia, and his daughter Monica Gelé and husband Stephen and their two children (Julia, Emma) of New Orleans Louisiana. Born in Blitar, Indonesia, as Sie Ing Hok, his name changed at the urging of the Indonesian government. He met his future wife, Marina, in high school after which they enrolled together in Airlangga School of Medicine, in Surubaya. After medical school, he became a resident, then a faculty member in forensic pathology at Airlangga for ten years. During that time, he also received 2 years of further residency training at the Medical College of Virginia. Immigrating to America with his family in 1970, he completed further residency training at LSU Medical School in Shreveport, LA. then joined the faculty in the Dept. of Pathology. He was board certified in Forensic and Dermatopathology, becoming one of the leading experts in the area in the field of skin pathology. As Professor, he co-authored a book on skin pathology, wrote numerous medical articles, and was often an invited lecturer in America and abroad. He was granted Emeritus Professor faculty status at LSU after 34 years of service in the Dept. of Pathology. He retired from medicine entirely in 2006 after 46 years of service and then moved to Charlottesville, VA. Here he enjoyed his retirement years by playing tennis, spending time with his family, and writing his just published memoirs: Life Story of a Foreign Medical Pathologist. He will be forever remembered for his devotion to his family as a loving husband, father, and "opa"; his unique sense of humor; his fierce passion for tennis; and his world famous "Tattoo Lecture" which he gave to hundreds of LSU medical students over the years. The family will receive friends from 7:00 PM until 8:00 PM on Friday, March 28th, 2008 at Hill & Wood Funeral Home, Charlottesville, Virginia. The funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, March 29th, at 10:30 AM at St. Thomas Aquinas Church, Charlottesville, Virginia. Interment will follow at Holly Memorial Gardens.

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

ANNA DORA BOYD Kinner & Stevens Funeral Home Jena, LA Funeral Services for Mrs. Anna Dora Boyd, 74 of Jena will be held at 10:00 AM Monday, March 24, 2008 in the Nolley Memorial Church of Jena with Rev. Melodie Long and Rev. Lyndle Bullard officiating. Burial will be at 3:00 PM Monday in the Alabama Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Choudrant, LA. Mrs. Boyd passed away Friday, March 21, 2008 in the LaSalle General Hospital of Jena. Mrs. Boyd was homemaker and member of the Trinity Presbyterian Church of Jonesville, LA. She is survived by her daughter: Charlene B. Ranton of Jena, LA; a son Alan W. Boyd of Choudrant, LA; two brothers Dallas "Buck" Webb and Edward Webb both of Choudrant, LA, and four grandchildren. Friends may call at Kinner and Stevens Funeral Home from 5:00 PM till 9:00 PM Sunday, March 23, 2008. Online condolences may be made at kinner@centurytel.net

MAMIE TORRENCE GILMORE Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Graveside services for Mamie Torrence Gilmore, 93, of Sterlington, LA will be held at 10:00 AM on Monday, March 24, 2008, at Concord Cemetery in Marion, LA. Bro. Roger Johnson and Bro. J.E. Brown will be officiating under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Mrs. Gilmore was born on February 4, 1915 and passed away on March 21, 2008. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Sterlington and worked at Albritton's Pharmacy for many years. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Peggy Yelton and her husband of 76 years, James Miles Gilmore. She is survived by her children: Barbara Reppond and husband, Bobby of Marion, LA; Tommy Gilmore and wife, Dorothy of Sterlington, LA; grandchildren: Vicki Green and husband, Mike of Monroe, LA; Linda Kennedy and husband, Stan of Marion, LA; Glenda Reynolds and husband, Pete of Marion, LA; Kim Stroud and husband, Jack of Calhoun, LA; Randy Gilmore and wife, Donita of West Monroe, LA; Jay Yelton and wife, Kim of Farmerville, LA; and Jennifer Yelton of Farmerville, LA; 14 great grandchildren; and 11 great great grandchildren. Pallbearers: Randy Gilmore, Jay Yelton, Jack Stroud, John "Pete" Reynolds, Mike Green, and Stan Kennedy. Visitation will be Sunday, March 23, 2008 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

MRS. BARBARA HOLLIS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe Funeral services for Mrs. Barbara Hollis 71 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Monday, March 24, 2008, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA, with Rev. Huey Diffey officiating. Interment to follow at Clark Springs Cemetery, Eros, La., under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Barbara Hollis was born July 29, 1936 in Calhoun, LA, and died Friday, March 21, 2008 in West Monroe. Barbara moved to West Monroe, LA, after her marriage. She loved to fish and garden and always enjoyed the harvest of hard work. Barbara retired from General Motors Corp., and was a member of Clark Springs Baptist Church in Eros, LA, Barbara always had a bright smile and a zest for life that brought her a multitude of lasting friendships. She was a loving devoted wife and mother and a kind generous friend. Barbara was married to H. V. Hollis for 51 years, and was preceded in death by Mr. Hollis. Barbara is survived by her children: five sons, Jackie Hollis and wife Becky, Jimmy (Bo) Hollis and wife Cindy, Frankie Hollis and wife Patty, Chris Hollis and wife Paula, and Keith Hollis and wife Julie, all of West Monroe, LA, three daughters, Kathy Middleton and husband Jesse of Calhoun, LA, Tammie Odom of West Monroe, LA, and Sandy Stansbury and husband Jerry of West Monroe, LA, 22 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren. Three brothers Eddie Spillers, C. D. Spillers and Charles Spillers all of West Monroe, LA, Five sisters Vickie Frazier of Choudrant, LA, Carol Webb of Mesquite, TX, Ella Fay Spillers of West Monroe LA, Lilly Messner of CA, and Mary Santar of CA, Barbara is survived by numerous nieces and nephews and special friends and neighbor Harold and Helen Thomas. Pallbearers will be J.J. Hollis, Jason Hollis, Malcolm Davis Jr., Dustin Hollis, Justin Hollis, Jacob Hollis. Honorary pallbearers will be Matthew Waggner and Andrew Burges. Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM until time of service Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to wwwkilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

MRS. PEGGY KIDD WATTS Monroe, LA Mrs. Peggy Kidd Watts died March 16, 2008. She was born November 22, 1929, in Choudrant, LA and was predeceased by her husband, Dr. Walter Joseph Watts, Jr.; her parents, Milton and Emma Lee Cook Kidd; brothers and sisters, Margaret Kidd Lewis, Virginia Kidd Burnside, Grace Kidd Liles, M.E. Kidd, Jr., William Lorenzo Kidd, and James Richard Kidd. She is survived by her daughter, Laura Virginia Watts Boyce, and son Walter Joseph Watts III, and granddaughters Laura Elizabeth Boyce, Emalie Boyce Self, Katherine Clark Boyce, and Sally Milton Boyce. She is also survived by siblings Sunshine Kidd Snyder, O.A.Kidd, and Paul Henry Kidd, Sr. Mrs. Watts bequeathed her body to LSU Medical School. A memorial service for family and friends will be held later. Mrs. Watts attended Northwestern State University and Chillicothe Missouri Business School. She was a member of the Ruston Cultura Club, DAR, Bayou DeSiard Country Club, Life Master of the Monroe Bridge League, and Grace Episcopal Church. Mrs. Watts had an interesting career as a model for John Roberts Powers, and as a builder, realtor, travel agent, interior designer, as well as an antiques dealer. She was very much loved by her family and friends. Please make memorials to the charity of your choice.

Jane W. Cabuk, 91
OAK RIDGE — Jane W. Cabuk, a registered nurse and farmer, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Oak Ridge Baptist Church. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time. Burial will be in Oak Ridge Baptist Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.

Rosa Collins, 67
COLUMBIA — Rosa Collins, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Darwin Enlow, 86
MONTEREY — Darwin Enlow died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Jackie Lynn Fryday, 46
Jackie Lynn Fryday of Monroe, a welder, died Thursday. Private services were held Saturday under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Jeffery Michael Gibson, 58
Jeffery Michael Gibson, a retired University of Louisiana at Monroe professor, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Tina Barnes Johnson, 35
Tina Barnes Johnson of West Monroe, a Ouachita Parish School Board bus driver, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at White's Ferry Road Church of Christ, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be at 2 p.m. Monday at New Hope Cemetery, Monticello.

Ollie Jones, 53
ALEXANDRIA — Ollie Jones, a phlebotomist formerly of Lake Providence, died March 16. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Rocky Mount Zion Baptist Church, Epps. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence.

Michael A. Pizzalato, 60
Michael A. "Mike" Pizzalato of West Monroe, a sporting goods store owner, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Allen, Annie Lee Hardy: 2:30 p.m. today, Lake Providence High School Auditorium.
Bates, Rubert: 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Second Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Garrett, Sonny: 11 a.m. Monday, Fellowship Cemetery, Quitman.
Henderson, Velma Lee: 11 a.m. March 29, Northgate Church, Monroe.
Marbley, Adell R.: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Riverside Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe

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

JANE W. CABUK Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Services for Mrs. Jane W. Cabuk, age 91 of Oak Ridge, LA will be at 2:00 p.m. Monday, March 24, 2008 at the Oak Ridge Baptist Church in Oak Ridge, LA with Rev. Claud Hughes officiating. Burial will follow in Oak Ridge Baptist Church Cemetery under the directon of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Rayville, LA. Mrs. Cabuk passed from this life of Saturday, March 22, 2008. She was a retired Licensed Nurse and Farmer and a member of Oak Ridge Baptist Church. Survivors include Son: Joe Grice Cabuk, Jr. and wife Marsha of Oak Ridge, LA; Daughter: Camilla Grant and husband, Herman of Rayville, LA; Sister: Mildred Parks of Oak Ridge, LA; Grandchildren: Amy Schillage, Joe Grice Cabuk III, and Samuel Jerome Cabuk; 3 Great Grandchildren. Pallbearers will be: Clarke M. Williams III, Phillip Williams, John Windsor, Gene Allen, Tom Allen and Weldon Fitch, Jr. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Lew and Brad Parks, Clay and Wesley McConnell, Johnny Fitch, Huey O'Neal, Emmett Davis and Fred Parks. Memorials may be made to Oak Ridge Baptist Church Cemetery, St. Jude's, or a charity of your choice. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM till time of service on Monday at the Oak Ridge Baptist Church in Oak Ridge, LA. Online condolences may be made at www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

JEFFREY MICHAEL GIBSON Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Memorial services for Jeffrey Michael Gibson, 58, of Monroe, LA will be at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 26, 2008 at St. Alban's Episcopal Church, with Father Lawrence F. Braden and Father George Walker officiating. A celebration of Jeff's life will immediately follow in McClain Fellowship Hall. The family will receive guests from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Tuesday March 25, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, 1200 Lamy Lane, Monroe, LA Jeffrey was born January 4, 1950 and died March 22, 2008. He grew up in Westerville, OH, graduated from Ohio State University with a bachelor's degree in business administration and a master in photography and cinema. He began his teaching career at Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa, as writer, director, and instructor for the film production unit. There he produced numerous film projects and taught students in the advanced film production sequence. Jeffrey worked with Iowa Public Broadcasting to produce numerous films and videos including American Dream: American Reality and There Once Was a River Called Missouri, both of which were aired nationwide via PBS satellite. Jeffrey was recruited by the University of Louisiana at Monroe and taught a wide variety of courses in television and film production as well as film analysis and criticism, electronic media criticism, script writing, and mass communication ethics. After 25 years, he retired from ULM in 2007 as a tenured associate professor. Jeffrey was preceded in death by his parents, Hiram Floyd and Alice Gibson; brother Frank Gibson; niece Lisa Gibson Gross; and survived by his wife Beverly Flowers- Gibson of Monroe; stepson Dustin Ray Flowers; brother & sister-in-law Greg and Susan Gibson of Port Clinton, OH; aunt Martha Gibson of Cincinnati, OH; aunt Evelyn Gibson of Westerville, OH; nephew Eric Gibson and his wife Diane and their daughter Desary and their grandchildren Savannah and Camden; nephew Jim Gibson & his wife Rene and their children Fisher and Zane; nephew David Gibson and his wife Janet and their children Jessica, Samantha, Conner, and Reese; and two great nieces Melissa Gross and Alycia Gross. Jeffrey was an avid power boater and sailor most of his life. He assisted with teaching boat smart and seamanship courses for the Ouachita Sail and Power Squadron and single-handedly taught a sailing course. He served as Commander of the Ouachita Sail & Power Squadron. He was an active member in the Iron Mountain Yacht Club on DeGray Lake in Arkansas for 25 years where he enjoyed competitive sailing and served as Iron Mountain Yacht Club Commodore for four years. Honorary Pallbearers will be the members of the Iron Mountain Yacht Club. Ouachita Power Squadron will serve as honor guard. The family is very thankful for the care and compassion demonstrated by Dr. Dean Stockstill, Dr. William Zollinger, Dr. Scott Barron, Ms. Marilyn Gallagher, and the staffs of the Northeast Cancer Institute and Agape Hospice. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Make a Wish Foundation, c/o Iron Mountain Christmas, 134 Iron Mountain Marina Drive, Arkadelphia, AR 71923, or to your favorite charity. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral home.com.

KENNETH RAY "KEN" BROOKS Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral services for Kenneth Brooks, age 64, of Choudrant, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday March 25, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in Ruston. Officiating the service will be Rev. Dan McLure. Interment will follow at Beulah Cemetery in Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston Mr. Brooks was born January 31, 1944 and passed away March 23, 2008. He was a member of the Calhoun First Assembly of God Church. He owned the Mini Mart in Choudrant, LA. He is preceded in death by his father: Arthur Brooks; brother Durward Brooks and his dog Smokey. Mr. Brooks is survived by, wife JoAnn Brooks; daughter: Angie Brooks Andrews and husband Diddle; grandsons: Dustin Kyle Andrews and Cody Dwayne Andrews all of Choudrant; son: Derward Scott Brooks and wife Brenda; granddaughters: Jessica E. Brooks and Allyson M. Brooks all of Columbia, LA; mother: Mary Alice Brooks of Ruston; brother: Terry Wayne Brooks and wife Sharon of Choudrant; sister: Denise B. Hillman and husband Tom of Longview, TX, and numerous nieces and nephews and many friends. Pallbearers will be Jimmy Brown, Roy McCoy, Clint Trant, Travis Rae, John Croswell and Mark Taylor. Honorary pallbearers will be Lynn Robinson, Wiley Hilburn, Mike Pylant, Reagan Pylant, Billy Frazier, Lamar Spillers and Jimmy Davis. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Monday March 24, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Memorial may be made to the Calhoun First Assembly of God Church Building Fund. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

James Allbritton, 85
James Allbritton of West Monroe, a retired carpenter, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Walter Denmon, 67
WINNSBORO — Walter Denmon, retired, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Funeral Home.

Mamie Torrence Gilmore, 93
Mamie Torrence Gilmore of Sterlington, a sales clerk, died Friday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. today at Concord Cemetery, Marion, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Barbara Hollis, 71
Barbara Hollis of West Monroe, retired from General Motors Corp., died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Clark Springs Cemetery, Eros.

Steven Miller, 55
EPPS — Steven Miller, a teacher and coach, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Jullie B. Reed, 80
Jullie B. Reed of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Peggy Upshaw, 72
FARMERVILLE — Peggy Upshaw, a retired licensed practical nurse, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home.

Previously acknowledged:
Bates, Rubert: 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Second Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Cabuk, Jane W.: 2 p.m. today, Oak Ridge Baptist Church.
Garrett, Sonny: 11 a.m. today, Fellowship Cemetery, Quitman.
Henderson, Velma Lee: 11 a.m. March 29, Northgate Church, Monroe.
Johnson, Tina Barnes: 10 a.m. today, White's Ferry Road Church of Christ, West Monroe.
Jones, Ollie: 11 a.m. today, Rocky Mount Zion Baptist Church, Epps.
Marbley, Adell R.: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Riverside Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe

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

CHARLES WAYNE BRANTLEY Norco Family Funeral Home Norco, CA Charles Wayne Brantley went to meet his Heavenly Father on Sunday, March 16, 2008 at the age of 49. He is survived by his daughter Tomeko Releford, two grandchildren (Kadijah and Deneontavious), his sisters Carolyn and Glenda Brantley, Brother Ronald Brantley, Sr. (Phedra), immediate family, and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. Charles would want to express his gratitude to the Eva Mathis Family of California, with whom he formed an endearing bond. All of our sorrows cannot express how much we will always love and miss Charles Wayne. Yet, our hearts will cherish that he is at peace in the arms of Jesus. Until Christ Jesus returns, we hope to see you, too, in the "Sweet Bye and Bye." The immediate family of Charles Wayne Brantley.

E. W. "BILL" SKAINS Farrar Funeral Home Farmerville, LA. Funeral services for E. W. "Bill" Skains, 91, of Farmerville will be held at 10:00 AM Wednesday at Farrar Funeral Home with Bros. Kurt Auger and David Barkley officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Ararat Cemetery, Downsville. Arrangements are under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mr. Skains, a baptist and retiree of IMC, died Monday, March 24, 2008. He was preceded in death by his wife, Eunice Watson Skains. Survivors include 2 sons: Billy Skains & wife, Mary of Downsville and Rex Skains of Farmerville; 1 daughter: Debbie Rodgers & husband, Henry of Farmerville; 4 brothers-in-law: Dale Watson, Roy Pylant, Herbert Pylant and Doyle Pylant; 3 sisters-in-law: Wyvonne Watson, Glenda Watson and Peggy Joyce Watson; 8 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; 1 great-great grandchild and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Pallbearers are Stan Bearden, Shane Hodges, John Knoles, Brandon Phillips, Steve Brantley and Tracy Kennedy. Visitation will be 5:00 PM til 8 PM Tuesday at Farrar Funeral Home. Online messages may be sent to the family at www.farrarfh.com

JAMES E. ALLBRITTON Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Steadily slipping away from his loved ones he journeyed home March 23, 2008. Funeral services for James E. Allbritton will be 3:00 P.M. Wednesday, March 26, 2008, at McClendon Baptist Church in West Monroe with Rev. Robbie Robison and Rev. Rick Crandall officiating. Burial will follow at Hasley Cemetery under direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Mr. Allbritton was born November 15, 1922 in Parkdale, Arkansas. He was a building construction and concrete foundation contractor. He served as deacon in church and showed his love for God and his church by doing lots of remodeling. Mr. Allbritton spent many hours working on the "Old Parsonage", little house (office) and the gym. You could see his handiwork in the stage props or whatever for Georgia Savoie's great musical productions. He was active in mission trips. One mission was planned and "Preacher Savoie said if James doesn't go, we don't go. Mr. Allbritton was chosen the First Man of the Year at McClendon personally by preacher Savoie and first one to be chosen person of the week. Mr. Allbritton served nearly five years during World War II in Army Infantry. He was in first wave of troops landing on Normandy Beach and was in the Battle of the Bulge. He fought on thru France and Germany until V.E. Day. Mr. Allbritton was honorably discharged September 24, 1945 with several medals. Mr. Allbritton was preceded in death by daughter, Carol Jean Allbritton; parents, Mr. and Mrs. E. B. Allbritton; brothers, Earl and Jack Allbritton; sisters, Loucille Joyner and Mozelle Legg; granddaughter, Rachael Allbritton; daughter-in-law, June Allbritton; and special inspirational nephew, Bobby Allbritton. Survivors include wife and sweetheart of 64 years, Beatrice Allbritton; sons, Jim Allbritton and wife Sarah, and Teddy Allbritton and wife Sandy; grandchildren, Jamie Allbritton, Justin Allbritton and wife Mandy, Timothy Allbritton, Mandy Taylor and husband Terry; step granddaughter, JoAnna Calhoun; great grandchildren, Austin and Dylan Taylor, Jaycee and Abigail Allbritton and their mother Bonnie, and Joci Allbritton; brother, Joe Allbritton and wife Florence; sisters, Aline McCarty and Annie Phillips and husband Lawrence; in-laws, Gloria Allbritton, Inez Anding, Vivian Bennett and husband Frank, Ray Anding and wife Joyce; and many nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Jamie Allbritton, Justin Allbritton, Timothy Allbritton, Terry Taylor, Ronnie Allbritton, Danny Wink, Marvin Wink and Randy McCarty. Honorary Pallbearers will be Billy Wilhite, Johnnie Wilhite, David Reagan, Greg Reagan, Chris Reagan, Randy Anding, Albo Anding, Charles Legg, Robert Legg, Jack McCarty, Royce Allbritton, Steve Allbritton, Robert Williams and members of his Sunday School Class. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Tuesday, March 25, 2008, at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the Senior Activities at McClendon Baptist Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

JULLIE B. REED Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Jullie B. Reed, 80, of Monroe will be held Tuesday, March 25, 2008 at 10:00 AM in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road with Mr. Don Deluckie and Mr. David Smith officiating. Interment will follow at Fairview Cemetery at Marion, LA. Mrs. Reed passed away Saturday, March 22, 2008. She was a member of the Church of Christ. She loved her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She also loved to sew. She was a bookkeeper for Reed Construction Company for many years. She was also a seamstress for Gays Men's Clothing, Hanelines, Wellermans, King of Hearts Bridle Shop and KinCaids. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roy C. Reed; daughter, Caroline Diane Smith; brother, Newton C. Reeves; and her half brother, J.W. Reeves. Survivors include her children, David R. Reed and wife Ginger of Monroe, LA, Mark Reed and wife Alisa of Calhoun, LA, and Sheila Reed and husband Jody Austin of Basile, LA; sisters, Martha Mae Smeltzer of Prescott, AR, Juanita Smith of Brookhaven, MS, and Bonnie Ashley of Minden, LA; grandchildren, Dona Bryan, Julie Thornhill, David R. Reed, Jr., Amanda Smith, Shane Smith, Robert Smith, Lindsey Trainor, Lesley Reed, Benji Watson, and Brandi Green; ten great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be David Reed, Jr, Blaine Thornhill, Robert Smith, Shane Smith, Michael Bryan, Mike Reed, and Brad Reed. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MARTIN WESTOVER SCHUTZ Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Martin Westover Schutz, 74, of Monroe will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday, March 25, 2008 at Lea Joiner Memorial United Methodist Church with Rev. Weldon Bares officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Martin Westover Schutz was a guileless woman, free of hatred, prejudice, and criticism. She moved to Monroe with her husband September 15, 1956. She became a teacher and was employed by the parish system for several years. She retired early and spent a number of years traveling, photographing, and enjoying life, especially outdoor events. Marti loved her church, her family, and her cameras. She will be missed by all who knew her, yet if we look skyward at evening, we will likely see one star with a little brighter twinkle. Marti was born on September 8, 1933. She passed away Sunday, March 23, 2008. She graduated from LaPorte High School in 1949 and attended Texas University, where she met and married Edward. E. Schutz. This union produced three children, Steven, Kathi (deceased), and Kristi. Her life revolved around her children, but her special pride in the later years, was her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Survivors include her husband of fifty-five years, EdD Edward Schutz; son, Steven Edward and wife Christy Joy; daughter, Kristi Schutz; grandsons, Victor Lyle, and Marty and wife Christina; son-in-law, Percy Hamlett; granddaughters, Sarah Schutz, and Angela Self and husband Curt; great grandson, Reuben; great granddaughter, Kathiryn; brother, Brock Westover and wife Vicki; nephews, John, Mike, and Lynn; nieces, Vivian, Chrystal, Lynda Mayer and Anne Marie; sister-in-law, Bernice Cochrane; grand nephew, Jason; brother-in-law. Joseph Schutz; numerous cousins. Pallbearers will be Victor Schutz, Marty Hamlett, Curt Self, Jimmy Gill, John Gummere, and J.C. Taylor. Visitation will be Tuesday, March 25, 2008 at Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church from 9:00 AM til 11:00 AM. Online /Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MARY HELEN GINN Kilpatrick Funeral Homes West Monroe, LA Services for Mary H. Ginn, age 80, of West Monroe, La will be 10:00 A.M., Wednesday, March 26, 2008 at St. Paschal's Catholic Church in West Monroe, LA. Officiating will be Father Frank Coens. Interment will follow at Faith Memorial Park in Delhi, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of West Monroe. Mrs. Ginn went to join her Resurrected Lord at dawn on Easter Morning, March 23, 2008, at St. Francis Medical Center, following a lengthy illness. Mrs. Ginn was a faithful member, prior to her illness, of St. Paschal's Catholic Church in West Monroe, serving as Lector and lay Eucharistic minister. She was preceded in death by her father, Frank Everett Anthony; her mother, Leona Anthony; her brother, Talmadge Anthony, as well as her son-in-law, John Morton. Mrs. Ginn was retired from Glenwood Regional Medical Center's Purchasing Department, where she enjoyed working as a purchasing agent for over 25 years. Survivors include her loving husband, Angelo, of West Monroe; her beloved daughter, Jennifer Morton of Candia, NH; grandson, Joshua Morton of Boston, MA; sister, Joyce Anthony of Calhoun, LA; sister-in-law, Polly Anthony of Monroe, LA; one niece, several nephews, and numerous great nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Sharon Chapman, Sonny Jones, Alcus Maxwell, Jack McCune, Joshua Morton and Myron Smith. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM, Tuesday, March 25, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Prayer service will start at 7:00 PM. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

SHIRLEY Z WATTS 8/20/1933 - 3/25/2002 "Excerpts of Lyrics by Bobby Goldsboro's Honey" I came home unexpedetedly and found her crying needlessly in the middle of the day. And it was in the early Spring when flowers bloom and robins sing, she went away. And Honey, I miss you and I'm being good and I'd love to be with you if only I could. Yes, one day while I wasn't home she was there all alone the Angels Came. Now all I have is memories of Honeyand I wake up nights and call her name. Now my life's an empty stage where Honey lived and Honey played and love grew. A small cloud passed overhead and cries down in the flower bed that Honey loved. Rest well in God's good graces, my love. Terri, David, Tammi, Benji, Roddy, Bob & Family

Marion Anderson, 79
OAK GROVE — Marion Anderson, a highway department employee, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Robert Bates, 32
BASTROP — Robert Bates died March 19. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Second Missionary Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Trousdale Cemetery, Collinston.

James L. Crye, 55
TALLULAH — James L. Crye died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Walter Denmon, 67
WINNSBORO — Walter Denmon, a retired farmer, died Sunday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. today at Oakley Cemetery, Gilbert, under the direction of Young's Community Funeral Home.

Jim Ellis, 95
GRAMBLING — Jim Ellis, a retired restaurant owner, died Friday. Services are noon Saturday at Lewis Temple C.M.E. Church, Grambling. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. Friday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Grambling Memorial Garden Cemetery.

Darwin S. Enlow Sr., 86
MONTEREY — Darwin S. Enlow Sr., a U.S. Army WWII veteran, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial will be in White Cemetery, Monterey.

Leonard Foy Sr., 76
WINNSBORO — Leonard Foy Sr., a warehouse worker, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Winnsboro Second Baptist Church. Visitation is noon-6 p.m. Friday and wake services are 6-8 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in State Place Cemetery, Gilbert.

Jessie Franklin, 57
Jessie Franklin of Monroe, a salesman, died March 19. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at King Jesus Worship Center, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Jeffrey M. Gibson, 58
Jeffrey Michael Gibson of Monroe, a retired University of Louisiana at Monroe associate professor, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at St. Alban's Episcopal Church, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Lamy Lane, Monroe.

Alice F. Henderson, 56
Alice F. Henderson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Edward Lee Jones, 83
MANGHAM — Edward Lee Jones, an engineer, died Sunday. Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. today at Lone Cherry Cemetery, Mangham, under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Joseph Ellis Knapp, 44
NATCHEZ, Miss. — Joseph Ellis Knapp died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Tiffee Family Cemetery.

Adell R. Marbley, 65
Adell Robinson Marbley of Monroe, a homemaker, died March 19. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Riverside Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. today at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

Steven L. Miller, 55
EPPS — Steven L. Miller, a teacher and coach, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Epps Baptist Church. Burial will be in Epps Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

George W. Rogan Jr., 81
TALLULAH — George W. Rogan Jr., an Army Corps of Engineers retiree, died Sunday. Graveside services are 2:30 p.m. Wednesday at Silver Cross Cemetery, Tallulah. Visitation is 12:30 p.m. until time of services Wednesday at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Kevin Scott, 32
RAYVILLE — Kevin Scott, a construction worker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Bessie Wilmore, 77
RAYVILLE — Bessie Wilmore, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in St. Paul Cemetery, Rayville.

Ella M. Dosher Wright, 92
HARRISONBURG — Ella Mae Dosher Wright, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Birds Creek Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Manifest, under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Peggy Upshaw, 72
FARMERVILLE — Peggy Upshaw, a retired licensed practical nurse, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Salem Baptist Church, Farmerville. Burial will be in Liberty Hill-Taylor Cemetery, near Farmerville, under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Henderson, Velma Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, Northgate Church, Monroe.
Reed, Jullie B.: 10 a.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe

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

JAMES L. DORMAN, JR Kilpatrick Funeral Homes West Monroe, LA Funeral services for James L. Dorman, Jr., 84 of West Monroe will be at 10:00AM on Thursday, March 27, 2008, in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home with Rev. John Dallalio officiating. Interment will follow at Twin Cities Memorial Gardens under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Rev. Greg Green officiating. Born April 25, 1923, in Franklin Parish, LA, he passed away March 24, 2008, in Monroe, LA. A US Army veteran of World War II, Mr. Dorman was a retired automobile mechanic and a member of the New Chapel Hill Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Florence Dorman; his beloved wife, Mary A. Dorman in 1989; 2 sisters, Pauline McMurray and Elaine Pialette; daughter-in-law, Gwen Dorman and son-in-law, Daryl Henry. Survivors include 3 daughters, Sharon Davis and husband, Carl, Linda Head and husband, Ken, and Deborah Henry; 2 sons, Jimmy and Danny Dorman; 6 grandchildren, Beverly Boles, Carl Davis, Jr., Misty Torres, James Bryan Head, Sherry Stryon, and Ed Stryon; 4 great grandchildren, Vanessa Melger and Valdermar Torres, Sara and Brandon Boles; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Pallbearers are Keith Sandford, Taylor Coulter, John Joseph, Tom Perkins, Thomas Wilder, and Tim Doughty. Visitation will be 5:00 P.M. until 8:00PM on Wednesday, March 26, 2008, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

MAURINE ELOISE NUGENT STEPHENS Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Maurine Eloise Nugent Stephens, 82, of Monroe, LA will be 10:00 AM on Thursday, March 27, 2008 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Monroe with Rev. John Mark Little and Rev. William Smith officiating. Burial to follow at Memorial Park Cemetery in Bastrop. Mrs. Stephens was born May 30, 1925 to D. W. Nugent, Sr. and Hazel Carver Nugent in Bastrop, LA and passed away on March 24, 2008 at St. Francis North Hospital. Mrs. Stephens retired in 1990 after many years of faithful and dedicated service in the secretarial field. Mrs. Stephens was preceded in death by her husband of 37 years, Robert L. "Buster" Stephens, parents, D. W. Nugent, Sr. and Hazel Carver Nugent, brother. D. W. Nugent, Jr. Maurine is survived by sons, Greg Bell and wife Dahnell; Don Bell and wife Kathy and daughter, Roxanne McCormick and husband Waylon; grandchildren: Jamey Bell and wife Vicki, Keri Sylvester and husband Edward, David Bell, Kathy Bell, Matt Scharf, Amy Scharf, Bradley McCormick and Corbin McCormick; great grand-children: Lauren and Andrew Bell and Daniel, Annie and Johanna Sylvester and her many friends from Chauvin Point Retirement Community who treated her like she was family. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM Wednesday, March 26th at Kilpatrick Funeral Home on Lamy Lane. Pallbearers will be: Edward Sylvester, David Bell, Bradley McCormick, Matt Scharf, Jerry Nugent and Terry Nugent. Honorary Pallbearers: Jamey Bell and Corbin McCormick. The family wishes to thank Dr. David L. Barnes for his compassionate care and friendship he has bestowed on our mother and family over the past 25 years. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

RALPH BRAXTON BIRD, JR Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Ralph Braxton Bird, Jr., age 66 of Columbia will be held at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, March 27, 2008 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Eric Harriman officiating. Interment will follow in the Roark Cemetery in Marion. Mr. Bird was born on March 22, 1942 in Urbana, OH. to the union of Ralph Braxton and Beverly Robinson Bird and died Monday, March 24, 2008 at the Caldwell Memorial Hospital in Columbia. He was supervisor for the Columbia Heights Water District and a veteran of the U.S. Marines. He was also a member of the First Baptist Church of Columbia where he was president of the Agape Sunday School Class. He was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include his wife: Kami McBroom Bird of Columbia, his sons: Roy Bird of Columbia and Robert Bird of Tallahassee, FL., his daughter: Christy Owens of Goldsboro, N. C. Carolina, his brothers: Randal Bird of Roanoke, TX. and Ricky Bird of FL., his sister: Linda Krauss of Auberry, CA and his grandchildren: Brittany Bird of Jay, FL. and Jake Owens of Goldsboro, N.C., his in-laws: Ralph and Jane Fowler of Columbia, Chris McBroom and Sarah Moore of Columbia, Ralph and Tanya Fowler and children of Texarkana, TX, Will and Marcia Fowler and children of Lewisville, AR and Bobby, Janna and Todd Fowler of Ft. Worth, TX. Pallbearers will be Ellis Spangler, Daniel Boone, David Tucker, Ricky Fowler, James Carter, Mike Alsworth, Justin Primm and Heath Carter. Honorary pallbearers are Max Shores, V. H. Ostteen, Albert Winters and members of the Agape Sunday School. Visitation will be Wednesday from 4 P.M. until 9 P.M. and Thursday from 8 A.M. until time of services at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 Hwy 165, Columbia.

James E. Allbritton, 85
James E. Allbritton of West Monroe, a contractor, died Sunday. Services are 3 p.m. today at McClendon Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 2 p.m. until service time at the church. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Mary Helen Ginn, 80
Mary Helen Ginn of West Monroe, a retired medical purchasing agent, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. today at St. Paschal Catholic Church. Burial will be in Faith Memorial Park Cemetery, Delhi under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Alice F. Henderson, 56
Alice F. Henderson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Bright Oak Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia City Cemetery, Monroe.

Mary Bell Jackson, 81
Mary Bell Jackson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 1:30 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Thursday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in J.S. Clark Cemetery, Monroe.

Matilda Williams Moy, 76
Matilda Williams Moy of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

John Martin Paster, 67
John Martin Paster of Monroe died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Liberty Christian Center, Monroe. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Thursday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in J.S. Clark Cemetery, Monroe.

E.W. 'Bill' Skains, 91
FARMERVILLE — E.W. "Bill" Skains died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Mount Ararat Cemetery, Downsville.

Maurine N. Stephens, 82
Maurine Eloise Nugent Stephens of Monroe, a retired Waste Management Inc. secretary, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

Bobbie J. Thomas, 55
DETROIT — Bobbie J. Thomas, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Peter Baptist Church, Columbia. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in St. Paul Cemetery, Columbia.

Mamie L. Thomas, 89
WINNSBORO — Mamie L. Thomas, a housewife, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witness, Baskin. Visitation is noon-8 p.m. Thursday with a wake from 7-8 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Morning Star Cemetery, Fort Necessity.

William D. Washington, 50
WINNSBORO — William Don Washington, an orderly technician, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at St. John Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is noon-7 p.m. with a wake from 6-7 p.m. Thursday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Gethsemane Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Sharon D. Warbington, 35
Sharon Denise Warbington, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Bright Oak Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Bates, Robert: 2 p.m. today, Second Missionary Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Ellis, Jim: noon Saturday, Lewis Temple C.M.E. Church, Grambling.
Foy Sr., Leonard: 1 p.m. Saturday, Winnsboro Second Baptist Church.
Franklin, Jessie: 1 p.m. today, King Jesus Worship Center, Monroe.
Gibson, Jeffrey Michael: 1 p.m. today, St. Alban's Episcopal Church, Monroe.
Knapp, Joseph Ellis: 2 p.m. today, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Marbley, Adell R.: 1 p.m. today, Riverside Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe.
Rogan Jr., George W.: 2:30 p.m. today, Silver Cross Cemetery, Tallulah.
Wright, Ella Mae Dosher: 10 a.m. today, Birds Creek Baptist Church, Harrisonburg

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

BESSIE OPHELIA THOMPSON CALHOUN Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral services for Bessie Ophelia Thompson Calhoun, age 95, of Choudrant will be held at 10:00 A.M Thursday March 27, 2008 at Alabama Presbyterian Church in Choudrant, LA. Officiating the service will be Rev. Bill Willis. Interment will follow at Sibley Cemetery in Choudrant, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston, LA. Mrs. Calhoun was born January 24, 1913 and passed away March 26, 2008. She was a member of the Alabama Presbyterian Church. She is survived by daughter: Wanda Huey of Shreveport; son: Billy Calhoun of Oak Grove; daughter: Lu Ferguson of West Monroe; seven grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren. Visitation will be from 9:00 AM to service time Thursday March 27, 2008 at Alabama Presbyterian Church. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

ELAINE MCALLISTER MARTIN Kilpatrick Funeral Homes West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Elaine (Angel) McAllister Martin, age 82, will be 2:00 P.M., Friday, March 28, 2008, in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of West Monroe. Officiating will be Rev. Joe Soloman, Rev. Weldon Bares and Rev. Isaac Patton. Interment will follow at Monroe Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of West Monroe. Mrs. Martin was born on May 7, 1925 and passed away on March 25, 2008. Mrs. Martin was a retired assistant business manager for the Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 659. She was a member of the American Business Women's Association for many years and a long time member of Lea Joyner United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Sally Mays McAllister; son, Richard Garland Decell; two step granddaughters, Brandi Lynn Gates and Candi Kaye Gates. Survivors are husband, J. W. "Dub" Martin; daughter, Dottie Decell Brown; step daughter, Jan Martin Gates and husband Butch; grandsons, Jason Brown and wife, Eva and Justin Brown; granddaughter, Tiffany Brown Meyers and husband, John; great granddaughter, Sara Elisabeth Brown; step grandson, Tadd Gates and wife, Amber; step granddaughter, Amber Gates and fiancé, Jeff Kirkland; two step great granddaughters, Alli Gates and Kaitlynn Kirkland. Pallbearers are Jason Brown, John Meyers, Tadd Gates, Bobby Kirkham, Norman Bennett, and John Thomas. Honorary pallbearers will be Sheriff Richard Fewell, Major Royce Toney, Chief Deputy Jerry Russell. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Thursday, March 27, 2008, at Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of West Monroe. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

RUSSELL G. RAY Kilpatrick Funeral Homes West Monroe, LA Russell G. Ray, Sr. 93, husband, father and friend of many, passed away peacefully at his son's home, March 13, 2008 in Littleton, Colorado. His son, daughter and family were present. Russell was preceded in death by his wife Cloma, parents Margarette and Jessie Claud Ray and brothers, Alvin and Doyle. He is survived by his children and their families: Russell G. Ray, Jr. and wife Vicki of Littleton, Colorado and Paula Ray Perrine and husband Tim of Roseburg, Oregon. Other surviving relatives are Shirley and George Maddux of Middleburg, Florida, Peggy and Aubrey Brooks of Shreveport, Louisiana. Shirley Ann and Lonnie Lynch of Middleburg, Florida, Janice and Joel Alexander of Eros, Louisiana, Mike Peret of Dallas, Texas, Angela and James Redmond and Tracy Davis of Richmond, Virginia. Grandchildren are Kandi Kirby and Courtney Rennie of Roseburg, Oregon and Shawn Ray of Richmond Virginia. Great grandchildren are Cody and Caleb Redmond, Brooke Wardle, Bianca and Faith Davis, all of Richmond, Virginia and Kayden Joel Kirby of Roseburg, Oregon who entered life the day before Russell's death. Born in Heber Springs, Arkansas Russell lived in West Monroe over 88 years. Trained both professionally and by his father as a jeweler and watchmaker, he worked at Ray's Jewel Box, Peacocks Jewelry and Howard Brothers Jewelry. He continued to be an amazing craftsman after retirement, working on anything that "ticked". Other area watchmakers found him an invaluable resource of skill, knowledge and friendship. He loved to say, "If you don't have the time… come see me." Russell enjoyed life, being a Master Mason, Shriner, Photographer, Auxiliary Policeman, Amateur "Ham" radio operator and Big Band trumpet player. A WWII Veteran, he worked on airplane instruments at Selman Field in Monroe, Louisiana. He enjoyed all music especially the Russ Morgan Orchestra, with whom he played on occasion. Untold numbers of friends will certainly miss stopping by "The Shack" to swap stories, visit and get their watches looked at. It is impossible to list everyone whose life Russell touched. People met him as a "customer" and became a friend. Special thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Mack Thomas and Nancy Perodeau of Monroe, Louisiana, CornerStone of West Monroe, DaVita Dialysis Center of Lonetree Colorado, Calvin Natt of the Denver Nuggets and The Denver Hospice. A Memorial celebration at Kilpatrick's West Monroe will be held at 4:00 PM, Saturday, March 29, 2008 in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of West Monroe. At his request Russell was cremated. The family requests that donations be made in Russell's name to either of the deserving charities below or to one of your choosing. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

SHERRY TAYLOR ST. PETERSBURG, FL Sherry Taylor 45, of St. Petersburg, FL passed away on Friday, March 14, 2008 in St. Petersburg after a 3 year battle with Breast Cancer. She was born November 2, 1962 in Op, AL. Sherry was raised in Elba, AL, Winnsboro, LA and Monroe, LA, and graduated from Ouachita Parish High School. She was currently residing in St. Petersburg, FL with her partner Suzanne. A Celebration of Life will be held April 19, 2008 at Sherri and Suzanne's home located at 136 12th Ave. NE, St. Petersburg, FL 33701. For more information call: 727-894-7048. Family and close friends will have a celebration at a later date in May in Monroe. Contact Gary Taylor at 318-376-9795. She was preceded in death by her father, Alec Taylor. She is survived by her partner, Suzanne George; mother, Mary Evelyn Smith and husband Charlie Smith, Monroe, LA; brothers, Larry Taylor and wife Debra, New York; Gary Taylor and wife Pam and daughters Tori and Erin, Monroe, LA; sister, Gena Worsham and husband Paul and son William, Dallas TX. And many good friends who loved her very much. She will be missed. "Rest in Peace Martha". In lieu of flowers donations can be made to: The Hospice Foundations of the Florida Suncoast 5771 Roosevelt Blvd. Clearwater, FL 33760. Memo Sherri Taylor on check. The Juno Foundation of Orlando (Cancer support for women) P.O. Box 536266 Orlando, FL 32853 407-451-3344

Marion Anderson, 73
OAK GROVE — Marion Anderson, a highway department employee, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Oak Grove First Church of God. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Southside Cemetery, Oak Grove.

Ralph B. Bird Jr., 66
COLUMBIA — Ralph Braxton Bird Jr., a Columbia Heights Water District supervisor and U.S. Marine Corps veteran, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Burial will be in Roark Cemetery, Marion.

Racheal Briggs, 88
Racheal Briggs of Monroe, a retired restaurant manager, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Liberty Christian Center, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Printess Charles, 64
RUSTON — Printess Charles died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Pines Memorial Cemetery, Ruston.

James Dorman Jr., 84
James L. Dorman Jr. of West Monroe, a retired auto mechanic, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Twin Cities Memorial Gardens, West Monroe.

Nealie Mae Douglas, 71
GRAMBLING — Nealie Mae Douglas, a retired residence trainer, died Tuesday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Liberty Hill Cemetery, Dubach.

Eugene Flintroy Jr., 73
Eugene Flintroy Jr. of Monroe, a handyman, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Visitation is 3-6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Magnolia City Cemetery, Monroe.

Billy Jackson, 77
RIDGECREST — Billy Jackson died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Richard Johnston, 73
BASTROP — Richard Lee Johnston, former employee of the Louisiana State Police and Morehouse Parish Sheriff's Department, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Grace Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Beekman Cemetery under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Alonzo Lawson Sr., 80
RAYVILLE — Alonzo Lawsom Sr., a construction worker, died Tuesday. Services are noon Saturday at Macedonia Church, Rayville. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Lake Erwin Cemetery, Oak Grove.

Michael Pizzalato, 60
Michael A. "Mike" Pizzalato of West Monroe, a sporting goods store owner, died Friday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 10 a.m. until service time Saturday at the funeral home.

Kelvin Scott, 32
RAYVILLE — Kelvin Scott, a construction worker, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in St. John Cemetery, Delhi.

Maurine Stephens, 82
Maurine Eloise Nugent Stephens of Monroe, a retired secretary for Waste Management Inc., died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

Eva Stubblefield, 102
DELHI — Eva Stubblefield, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Alberta Taylor, 97
HOMER — Alberta Taylor, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Colquitt Church of God in Christ, Homer. Burial will be in Colquitt Cemetery, Homer under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Ellis, Jim: noon Saturday, Lewis Temple C.M.E. Church, Grambling.
Foy Sr., Leonard: 1 p.m. Saturday, Winnsboro Second Baptist Church.
Henderson, Alice F.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Bright Oak Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe.
Henderson, Velma Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, Northgate Church, Monroe.
Jackson, Mary Bell: 1:30 p.m. Friday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.
Moy, Matilda Williams: 11 a.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Paster, John Martin: 11 a.m. Friday, Liberty Christian Center, Monroe.
Thomas, Bobbie J.: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, St. Peter Baptist Church, Columbia.
Thomas, Mamie L.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witness, Baskin.
Washington, William Don: 1 p.m. Friday, St. John Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Warbington, Sharon Denise: 1 p.m. today, Bright Oak Baptist Church, Bastrop

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

JERRY E. COOPER Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Jerry E. Cooper, age 61 of Grayson will be held at 10:00 A.M Saturday, March 29, 2008 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Eric Harriman officiating. Dallas "Frog" Crain will deliver the eulogy. Interment will follow in the Welcome Home Cemetery in Grayson. Mr. Cooper was born in Columbia on December 3, 1946 to the union of Harold E. and Annie Ruth Rucker Cooper and died Thursday, March 27, 2008 at the Citizens Medical Center in Columbia. He was a deputy sheriff with the Caldwell Parish Sheriff's Office and a member of the First Baptist Church in Columbia. He was also a retired farmer and a member of the Bayou Dan Hunting Club. He was preceded in death by his father: Harold E. Cooper and his step-father: Rudolph Stapleton. Survivors include his wife: Teresa Arceneaux Cooper of Grayson, his son: Logan E. Cooper of Grayson, his daughters: Rachel Cooper of Hebert and Jennifer McDougald and husband Reggie of Calhoun, his mother: Annie Ruth Rucker Stapleton of Grayson, his grandchild: Reese McDougald and a special friend: Jessica Stamper of Grayson. Pallbearers will be Keith Wilkins, Bernard Gray, Jay Gore, Jerry Futch, Tony Childress and Chester Coleman. Honorary pallbearers are Eloy Washer, Hank Boyles, Jerry Lambert, Tommy Fulford, Sheriff Steve May and Chief Deputy Glenn Gilmore. Visitation will be Friday from 4:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Riser Funeral Home, 7131 Hwy 165, Columbia.

MICHAEL ANGELO PIZZALATO Gill First National Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Beloved husband, father and friend, Michael Angelo Pizzalato, died Friday, March 21, 2008 at the age of 60. Memorial Services will be Saturday, March 29, at Gill First National Funeral Home in Winnsboro with Brother J. P. Faubert of the West Monroe Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses officiating. "Mike" was born January 16, 1948 in Baton Rouge, LA. He was preceded in death by his younger brother, Patrick, and his parents, Angelo Patrick Pizzalato and Doris Faye Farmer. He is survived by his wife, Kristina Hackworth Pizzalato of West Monroe; son, Michael Pizzalato Jr. and wife Dee Pizzalato of Texarkana, TX; daughter, Micah Nicole; sister, Paula Nunn of Baton Rouge, LA; parents-in-law, Steve and Jeannie Hackworth of Calhoun, LA; granddaughter, Britain and grandson, Devan; great-grandson Kyler Kristian and numerous other relatives and friends. He received an honorable discharge as a disabled veteran. Despite being wounded in action several times during the Vietnam War, Mike was proud to serve his country with honor as a U.S. Navy SEAL. He strongly believed in duty and honor. A "jack-of-all-trades", he had a variety of business professions throughout his later years. He was probably most well-known for his love of bow hunting and all other outdoor sports. Many knew him as the owner of the popular "Bowhunterz Pro-Shop" in Lafayette, LA. His nickname was the "Bowmechanic" and there was none better. Michael was well known and loved for his out-going personality, sense of humor and notorious "hunting and fishing" stories. He never met a stranger and will be dearly missed by all who knew him. In recent months, Michael had been looking forward to continuing his Bible studies with Jehovah's Witnesses and has a future hope of living in a paradise earth with his beloved wife, Kristina. A special thank you to Dr. Robert McMillan and the whole transplant team at Willis-Knighton North in Shreveport, LA. We know you gave it your all. Visitation will be held at 10:00 A.M., Saturday, March 29 at Gill First National Funeral Home in Winnsboro, LA followed by Memorial Services at 2:00 P.M.

RUSSELL G. RAY, SR. Kilpatrick Funeral Homes West Monroe, LA Russell G. Ray, Sr. 93, husband, father and friend of many, passed away peacefully at his son's home, March 13, 2008 in Littleton, Colorado. His son, daughter and family were present. Russell was preceded in death by his wife Cloma, parents Margarette and Jessie Claud Ray and brothers, Alvin and Doyle. He is survived by his children and their families: Russell G. Ray, Jr. and wife Vicki of Littleton, Colorado and Paula Ray Perrine and husband Tim of Roseburg, Oregon. Other surviving relatives are Shirley and George Maddux of Middleburg, Florida, Peggy and Aubrey Brooks of Shreveport, Louisiana. Shirley Ann and Lonnie Lynch of Middleburg, Florida, Janice and Joel Alexander of Eros, Louisiana, Mike Peret of Dallas, Texas, Angela and James Redmond and Tracy Davis of Richmond, Virginia. Grandchildren are Kandi Kirby and Courtney Rennie of Roseburg, Oregon and Shawn Ray of Richmond Virginia. Great grandchildren are Cody and Caleb Redmond, Brooke Wardle, Bianca and Faith Davis, all of Richmond, Virginia and Kayden Joel Kirby of Roseburg, Oregon who entered life the day before Russell's death. Born in Heber Springs, Arkansas Russell lived in West Monroe over 88 years. Trained both professionally and by his father as a jeweler and watchmaker, he worked at Ray's Jewel Box, Peacocks Jewelry and Howard Brothers Jewelry. He continued to be an amazing craftsman after retirement, working on anything that "ticked". Other area watchmakers found him an invaluable resource of skill, knowledge and friendship. He loved to say, "If you don't have the time… come see me." Russell enjoyed life, being a Master Mason, Shriner, Photographer, Auxiliary Policeman, Amateur "Ham" radio operator and Big Band trumpet player. A WWII Veteran, he worked on airplane instruments at Selman Field in Monroe, Louisiana. He enjoyed all music especially the Russ Morgan Orchestra, with whom he played on occasion. Untold numbers of friends will certainly miss stopping by "The Shack" to swap stories, visit and get their watches looked at. It is impossible to list everyone whose life Russell touched. People met him as a "customer" and became a friend. Special thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Mack Thomas and Nancy Perodeau of Monroe, Louisiana, CornerStone of West Monroe, DaVita Dialysis Center of Lonetree Colorado, Calvin Natt of the Denver Nuggets and The Denver Hospice. A Memorial celebration at Kilpatrick's West Monroe will be held at 4:00 PM, Saturday, March 29, 2008 in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of West Monroe. Visitation will be held from 2:00 PM until service time. At his request Russell was cremated. The family requests that donations be made in Russell's name to either of the deserving charities below or to one of your choosing. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com National Kidney Foundation 30 East 33rd St., New York, NY 10016 http://www.kidney.org/ support/donate.cfm (800) 622-9010. All For One-One For All Foundation Fund, PO Box 460340, Aurora, CO. 80046-0340 Phone(720)255-6434 http://www.afoofa.org/ Calvin Natt Executive Director Providing free burial services for children of families in need.

Candelaria Apodaca, 85
Candelaria Apodaca of West Monroe, a retired waitress, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Patricia 'Trish' Austin, 43
FERNANDINA BEACH, Fla. — Patricia "Trish" Austin, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Weston Baptist Church, Weston. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. today at Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Springhill Cemetery, Weston.

Fiuri Digiovanni, 69
RAYVILLE — Fiuri Digiovanni, retired owner of Dee's Tractor Service, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Louise Griffin, 68
FERRIDAY — Louise Griffin, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Richardson & Sims Funeral Home.

Faye R. Harmon, 81
TALLULAH — Faye R. Harmon, owner/operator of Faye's Beauty Shop, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. today at First Baptist Church, Tallulah. Burial will be in Silver Cross Cemetery, Tallulah under the direction of Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Billy Jackson, 77
RIDGECREST — Billy Jackson, a Korean War veteran and retired service manager for Guice Chevrolet. died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Ridgecrest Baptist Church, Ferriday. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at the church under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Dylan R. Jones, 21
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Dylan R. Jones, a certified nursing assistant, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at New Morning Star Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is noon-5 p.m. today at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Jones Cemetery.

Elaine M. Martin, 82
Elaine "Angel" McAllister Martin of West Monroe, a retired Plumbers and Steamfitters Union assistant business manager, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Matilda Williams Moy, 76
Matilda Williams Moy of Monroe died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. today at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

John Martin Paster, 67
John Martin Paster of Monroe died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Liberty Christian Center, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery Annex, Monroe under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Eula Mae Lutrick Poole, 85
COLUMBIA — Eula Mae Lutrick Poole, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Robert Paul Shumway, 79
VIDALIA — Robert Paul Shumway, owner/operator of an appliance repair shop, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, Vidalia. Visitation is 6:15-8:15 p.m. with a rosary at 7:45 p.m. today at the church. Burial will be in Natchez City Cemetery under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Eva Stubblefield, 102
DELHI — Eva Stubblefield, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Warsaw Baptist Church, Delhi. Visitation is 10 a.m. until time of services today at the church. Burial will be in Crowville Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Artis M. Tynes, 84
Artis M. Tynes of West Monroe, a retired tin smith, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Previously acknowledged:
Anderson, Marion: 1 p.m. Saturday, Oak Grove First Church of God.
Briggs, Racheal: 1 p.m. Saturday, Liberty Christian Center, Monroe.
Douglas, Nealie Mae: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, King's Funeral Home, Ruston.
Ellis, Jim: noon Saturday, Lewis Temple C.M.E. Church, Grambling.
Flintroy Jr., Eugene: 1 p.m. Monday, Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.
Foy Sr., Leonard: 1 p.m. Saturday, Winnsboro Second Baptist Church.
Henderson, Alice F.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Bright Oak Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe.
Henderson, Velma Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, Northgate Church, Monroe.
Jackson, Mary Bell: 1:30 p.m. today, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.
Johnston, Richard Lee: 2 p.m. today, Grace Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Lawsom Sr., Alonzo: noon Saturday, Macedonia Church, Rayville.
Paster, John Martin: 11 a.m. today, Liberty Christian Center, Monroe.
Pizzalato, Michael A. "Mike": 2 p.m. Saturday, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Scott, Kelvin: 11 a.m. Saturday, Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.
Taylor, Alberta: 11 a.m. today, Colquitt Church of God in Christ, Homer.
Thomas, Mamie L.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witness, Baskin.
Washington, William Don: 1 p.m. today, St. John Baptist Church, Winnsboro

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

CANDELARIA (LALA) PINO APODACA Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Candelaria (LaLa) Pino Apodaca, 85, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, March 30, 2008, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe with Dr. George Wortham officiating. Burial will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park under direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Mrs. Apodaca was born August 27, 1922 and passed from this world Thursday, March 27, 2008 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. A native of El Paso, Texas, she had lived in West Monroe since 1987 and was retired from the restaurant business. Preceding her in death are her husband, Raul Apodaca; her parents, Domingo and Isabel Pino; two sisters, Lucia (Chia) Pino and Regina (Kina) Lopez; one brother, Miguel Pino; and one grandson, Robert (Bobby) Campbell Sr. Survivors include daughter, Maria Elena Flores Gaines and husband Shelby; four grandchildren, Candi Summerville, Sherrie Roberson, David Campbell, and Darryl Campbell; three step grandchildren; twelve great grandchildren; seven step great grandchildren; five great, great grand children; a very special nephew, Ruben Pino and wife Yolie; and many special friends. Pallbearers will be Jeremy Burgess, Casey Roberson, Roger Roberson, Michael Summerville, Michael Summerville Jr., and Billy Fenn. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM on Saturday, March 29, 2008 at Mulhearn Funeral Home of West Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

ROBERT H. EVANS December 25, 1911 ~ March 25, 2008 Former Carmel City Councilman Robert H. Evans died Tuesday, March 25th. A resident of Carmel since 1966, he served on the Arts Commission, Cultural Commission, Planning Commission, Harrison Library Board and Forestry Commission. He was appointed to the council by Mayor Clint Eastwood in October 1986 to fill a vacancy. Evans was also made chairman of the General Plan Review Committee which produced the revised General Plan of 1988. He was the council representative on the boards of Tor House, Monterey-Salinas Transit and Rowntree Arboretum. For ten years, he was associated with his son in the former Studio Theatre and Restaurant on Dolores Street. Born in New York City on December 25, 1911, Evans was a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Columbia College in 1930 and did graduate work toward a Ph.D. in economics at the New York University Graduate School of Business Administration where he was elected to Beta Gamma Sigma in 1938. During World War II, he was assistant chief and later chief of the Wood Pulp Allocation Office of the War Production Board and during the Korean War served as a consultant to the National Production Authority. After an early career in investments with Scudder, Stevens & Clark and the Fiduciary Trust Company of New York, Evans became a director and treasurer of Riegel Paper Corporation and later vice-president of Olin Corporation as general manager of its packaging division in West Monroe, Louisiana. He served a term as president of the American Pulp Consumers Association. While living in Monroe, Evans was president of United Givers, chairman of the Masur Art Museum, president of the Little Theatre of Monroe, a director of the Arkansas & Louisiana Missouri Railroad, a director of the Southern Pine Association, a director of the Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana and consultant to the city of Monroe on its major public works program. Before moving to California, he was a member of the University Club of New York. Evans donated his library on Middle America to Centenary College in Shreveport and matched funds with Carmel to enclose the Marjorie Evans Gallery at Sunset Center in honor of his mother. In honor of his wife, he established the Marguerite Evans Award for Excellence in Nursing at Community Hospital. He was instrumental in the development of the Bingham and Chapman rooms at Sunset. He funded scholarship awards at Carmel High School and the Maurine Church Coburn School of Nursing. Over a period of years, Evans traveled extensively in Mexico and Guatemala. He was a writer all his life, starting as a teenager with poems published in the Brooklyn Daily Eagle. A good part of his business life was devoted to analytical reports. After his second trip to Guatemala, he wrote an unpublished guidebook to that country. Evans had a weekly community theater column in the Monroe News-Star-World and was a frequent contributor to the weekend section of the Monterey Herald. In his nineties, he published a work of fiction, The Mortmain, suggested by his experiences in Guatemala, followed by a sequel, The Legacy. At various times in his life he was an equestrian, small boat sailor, orchid grower, philatelist, birder, occasional actor, instructor and collector of local art. In recent years, he enjoyed double-crostic puzzles and e-mail correspondence with others in this field. He was long a member of the Tuesday lunch group established by the late Donald Teague. Evans is survived by his wife, Marguerite, and by two children of his previous marriage, Mrs. William C. Wells of Beaverton, Oregon, and Robert H. Evans, Jr. of Carmel Knolls, as well as four grandsons, three great-grandchildren, his sister, Mrs. Carlos G. Riano of Larchmont, New York, and an extended family of his wife's children and grandchildren. He is also survived by his former wife, Mrs. Desmond Hoban of Portland, Oregon. He held in particularly high regard his primary physician, Dr. Charles C. Bates, to whose care he credited his long life span. No funeral service will be held, but his ashes are to be scattered over Lake Atitlan, Guatemala, in accordance with his long-standing love of that locale which he had visited many times. Memorial contributions may be made to the Carmel Foundation, PO Box 1050, Carmel, 93921, Community Hospital Auxiliary, PO Box HH, Monterey, 93942 or the Carmel Public Library Foundation, PO Box 2042, Carmel, 93921. To sign the guest book for Mr. Evans and leave condolences for his family, please visit www.thepaulmortuary.com

Ronald Alexander, 63
JONESBORO — Ronald A. Alexander, a lab technician, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Edmonds Funeral Home. Burial will be in Gayla Traina Cemetery. Visitation is 11 a.m.-9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Bobby Joe Clark Sr., 77
Bobby Joe Clark Sr., of Calhoun, a retired store owner, died Saturday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. today at Liberty Baptist Church cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Edward E. Cupit, 70
OAK GROVE — Edward Eugene Cupit, a construction worker, died Sunday. Services are 3 p.m. Tuesday at Macedonia Baptist Church. Burial will be in Macedonia Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home.

Deloris Ellett, 79
RUSTON — Deloris Ellett, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home.

Roddie Emfinger Jr., 68
WINNSBORO — Roddie Emfinger Jr., a meat-market manager and carpenter, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Magnolia Baptist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the church.

Carl M. Evans Sr., 76
DELHI — Carl M. Evans Sr., retired from Bellsouth Co., died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Robinson Baptist Church, Dunn. Burial will be in Sunflower Cemetery, Baskin, under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is noon-2 p.m. at the church.

Fannie Pearl Foster, 90
DELHI — Fannie Pearl Foster, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home.

William Foust Jr., 38
William "Chip" Foust Jr., of Calhoun, employed by Glenwood Regional Medical Center, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. until service.

Patricia Holstead, 77
Patricia Ann Mills Holstead, of West Monroe, a retired manager of Motor Supply Co., died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Annabel Smith Lee, 83
WINNSBORO — Annabel Smith Lee, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 10:30 a.m. today at Magnolia Baptist Church. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home.

Ruth Otts, 80
Ruth Otts, of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Cemetery, Calhoun. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Bobby E. Redden, 78
Bobby E. Redden, of Monroe, a telephone construction supervisor, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

J.B. Shepherd, 60
OAK GROVE — J.B. Shepherd, disabled, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home.

Claudia D. Strozier, 53
RUSTON — Claudia Dianne Strozier, a retail employee, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Owens Memorial Chapel. Burial will be in Wesley Chapel Cemetery. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Gerald K. Thomas, 68
SPEARSVILLE — Gerald Kent Thomas, a Union Parish deputy, retired from LP&L, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Mount Union Baptist Church. Burial will be in Spearsville Cemetery under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Jack O. Thomas Sr., 60
SPENCER — Jack Oliver Thomas Sr., a cabinet maker, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Spencer Baptist Church. Burial will be in Liberty at Linville Cemetery in Union Parish under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Artis M. Tynes, 84
Artis M. Tynes, of Calhoun, a retired tin smith, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Cemetery. Visitation is 12:30 p.m. until service at the funeral home.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Aulds, Alma: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Smackover (Ark.) Cemetery.
Curry, Solon Glen: 2 p.m. today, Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Flintroy Jr., Eugene: 1 p.m. today, Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.
Jackson, Hugh Edward: 2 p.m. today, Mineral Springs Cemetery, Lincoln Parish.
Lee, Annabel Smith: 10:30 a.m. today, Magnolia Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Pylant, George M.: 10 a.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro

March 30, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ALTON HOLMES Cox Funeral Home Delhi, LA Funeral services for Alton A. Holmes, age 95, of Epps, La will be held at 2:00 PM, March 31, 2008 at the chapel of Cox Funeral Home in Delhi, La. Rev. Wesley Pittman and Rev. Pat Loftin will be officiating. Interment will follow at Epps Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home. Visitation will be Sunday from 2:00PM - 9:00 PM Mr. Holmes was born in Winnfield, La on November 21, 1912 and went to be with his Lord on March 29, 2008. He was a long time resident of Epps, a pillar of the Little Creek Community and was a member and deacon of the Little Creek Baptist Church. Recently, due to illness he was residing at the Northeast Louisiana War Veterans Home in Monroe and passed away at St Francis North Hospital. Mr. Holmes was preceded in death by loving wife of 55 years, Gladys Rai Barr Holmes, parents, Joseph Walter and Rosie Volentine Holmes and two sisters, Audie McPherson and Lanell Holmes. Mr. Holmes is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Kevin and Joy Holmes of Monroe, La, brothers, Ted R. Holmes and wife Helen of Monroe, La, and James R. "Jimmy" Holmes and wife Karen of West Monroe, La, and many nieces, and nephews, along with a host of other relatives, friends, and neighbors, who all loved and respected him. Mr. Holmes was a veteran of WWII, serving in the Army Air Corps as a Tech. Sgt. He was a successful cattleman and farmer and held the distinction of owning and operating a school bus for West Carroll Parish and the State of Louisiana for 45 years, longer than any other individual. "A.A." was the epitome of what a Christian man should be. Hardworking, dedicated, caring and giving to others, a devoted husband and a wonderful father, he touched all who knew him and heaven is brighter this day for his presence. Pallbearers will be Larry Copes, Vernon Eugene Black Jr., James Barkman, Steve Kammerman, Keith Dollar and Roger Green. Honorary pallbearers include Willie Holley, Donnie Holley, Charles McPherson, Dennis McPherson, Keith Holmes and Ted R. Holmes Jr., Devon Knight and Dinky Williamson. The family wishes to extend special thanks to Northeast Louisiana War Veterans staff and the medical staff of the fifth floor of St Francis North Hospital.Also to the many people these past several years who have shown their unwavering kindness, love, and support. Your unselfish acts will not be forgotten. May God bless you all.

BOBBY JOE CLARK SR. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside services for Bobby Joe Clark Sr., 77, a resident of Calhoun, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Monday, March 31, 2008 at Liberty Baptist Church Cemetery in Calhoun, LA with the Rev. Tony Smith officiating under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Clark was born August 3, 1930 in Rayville, LA and passed away at Landmark Nursing Home in West Monroe on Saturday March 29, 2008. He is survived by a his wife Ann Clark, 3 sons Bobby Clark Jr. , Mike Clark, David Clark, and a daughter Lisa Frost, 8 grandchildren, and 2 great children. Visitation will be held Sunday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

CARL M. EVANS, SR. Brown Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Funeral services for Carl M. Evans, Sr., 76, of Delhi, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Monday, March 31, 2008 at Robinson Baptist Church, Dunn, LA with Rev. Clyde Piercy officiating. Interment will follow in Sunflower Cemetery, Baskin, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home in Rayville. Mr. Evans was born on September 23, 1931 in Delhi and passed away on Friday, March 28, 2008 at St. Francis Specialty Hospital in Monroe. He was an Air Forced veteran serving during the Korean Conflict. He was injured while rescuing a pilot from an airplane that had crashed landed on the Air Force base. That injury led to the destruction of his kidneys. In 1999, he went on kidney dialysis and he continued to dialyze until his death. Mr. Evans was a member of Robinson Baptist Church. He completed his high school and graduated from Faith Bible College in 2007. He was a devoted father and husband. He worked for Bellsouth Telephone Co. for 28 years. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Sarah Evans; great granddaughter, Jocyln Turnbow; brother, Bill Evans; sisters, Joann Durr and Louise Evans. Survivors include his Wife of 32 years, Danette Brown Evans of Delhi; 6-Daughters, Wanda Kay Turnbow Brown of West Monroe, Selia Kay Frasier and husband, Phillip of Delhi, Glenda Gail Bumpurs of West Monroe, Earlene Elizabeth Watson and husband, Jeff of Birmingham, AL, Nancy Len Caudle and husband, Archie of Baskin, and Sonya Rena Haire of Monroe; 3-Sons, Carl Marvin Evans, Jr. and wife, Sue of Winnsboro, Sheldon Ray Evans and wife, Elizabeth of Delhi, and Danny LaWayne Evans and wife, Kristie of Delhi; 5-Sisters, Pansy Garner of West Monroe, Betty Graham of Delhi, Mary Ann Ford and husband, Randy of West Monroe, Gladys Cain and husband, Bob of West Monroe, and Viola Lucus and husband, Dewight of Delhi; 4-Brothers, Howard Evans and wife, Montiel of Delhi, Wayne Evans and wife, Patsy of Delhi, George Evans, Jr. and wife, Debra o! f Andal usia, Al, and Marvin Evans and wife, Naomi of Greenleaf, AL; 23-Grandchildren and 7-Great Grandchildren. Visitation will be 3:00 PM until 9:00 PM, Sunday, March 30, 2008 at Robinson Baptist Church in Dunn. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneral homes.com

GEORGE M. PYLANT Mulhearn Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Services for Mr. George M. Pylant, 87, of Crowvile, LA , will be 10:00 AM Monday, March 31, 2008 at Mulhearn Chapel with Dr. Keith Dowden officiating, internment to follow in Crowville Masonic Cemetery. Under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Winnsboro. Mr. Pylant was a member of First Baptist Church Crowville, Woodmen of the World and retired farmer and carpenter, he was most proud of his children and grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents William Asberry Pylant and Zelma Ann Cox Pylant along with five brothers. He is survived by his wife of 66 years Helen Plyant, two daughters Linda Martin and her husband Huey and Rita Pilgreen and her husband Jim, three sons George A. Pylant and his wife Liz, Michael Pylant and his wife Gayle and Jeff Pylant, two brothers Floyd Pylant and Cecil Pylant. 14 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Brandon Pylant, Chad Pylant, Jason Pylant, Donnie Harper, Eddie Ward, Jeffery Lena, Joey Lena and Jason Nix. Visitation will be from 4:00 PM til 6:00 PM Sunday, March 30, 2008 and 9:00 AM until service time Monday, March 31, 2008 at the funeral home. Online registry / condolences at www. mulhearnfuneralhome. com

GERALD KENT THOMAS FARRAR FUNERAL HOME Farmerville, LA. Funeral services for Gerald K. Thomas, 68, of Spearsville, LA will be held at 1:00pm Monday, March 31, 2008 at Mt. Union Baptist Church, Spearsville with Bro. Jarrod Hawthorne officiating. Burial will be in Spearsville Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mr. Thomas, a deputy with the Union Parish Sheriff's Department and a retiree of LP&L, died Friday, March 28, 2008. He was a graduate of the University of Southern MS and is a veteran of the U. S. Navy, having served on the USS Hornet from 1957-1960. He was a member of Mt. Union Baptist Church, a Mason, and a member of the A.A.O.N.M.S. Shriner of Monroe. Gerald had a special place in his heart for the church family at Mt. Union Baptist Church and especially for the members in his prayer group. He is preceded in death by his wife, Joan Farris Thomas and parents: Arnold & Mildred Thomas. Survivors include 2 daughters: Gerri Thomas Ellis & husband, Robert of Pittsburg, PA and their two daughters: Kristen Ellis and Cydni Ellis; and Dianna Thomas Guidry & husband, Rory of Start, LA and their two sons: Brook Sebren and Jared Sebren; 1 brother, Benny Thomas & wife, Brenda of El Dorado, AR; 2 sisters: Evelyn Thomas Beaird & husband, Paul of Spearsville and Janice Thomas Scriber & husband, Charles of Mt. Home, AR; special friend, Bettye Auger; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. Pallbearers will be law enforcement officers: his nephews, Mark Thomas of Union County,AR and Nathan Scheer with the Ruston Police Dept. and four members of the Union Parish Sheriff's Dept. Honorary pallbearers are Devayne Garris, Bobby Elkins and nephew, Tony Thomas, as well as members of the Union Parish Sheriff's Dept. Visitation will be at Mt. Union Baptist Church, Spearsville on Sunday beginning at 2:00 PM. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Mt. Union Building Fund, c/o Bro. Jarrod Hawthorne, 2586 Hwy. 15, Spearsville, LA. 71277. Online messages may be sent to the family at www.farrarfh.com.

JACK OLIVER THOMAS, SR KILPATRICK FUNERAL HOME MONROE, LA Funeral Services for Mr. Jack Thomas, age 60, of Spencer will be held on Monday, March 31, 2008 at 10:00 AM in the Spencer Baptist Church, Spencer, LA with Rev. Donald Reeves officiating. Interment will follow in the Liberty Cemetery in Linville under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Born December 29, 1947, Mr. Thomas passed away March 28, 2008 in Monroe, LA. A son of Winfred Glass Thomas and the late Oliver (Buddy) Thomas; he was a graduate of Linville High School and a veteran of the Vietnam War where he served as a medic with the Fleet Marine Force. For his service, Jack was awarded the Purple Heart three times, the Bronze Star Medal, and a number of other service and campaign awards. He was a highly talented cabinet maker and a member of the Spencer Baptist Church. In addition to his mother, Mr. Thomas is survived by his daughter, Carolyn Thomas Roberts; 3 sons, Jack Thomas, Jr., Robert Thomas and wife, Krista, and Adam Thomas; a grandson, Corbin Thomas; 3 brothers, Billy Thomas and wife, Amy, Charles Thomas and wife, Joyce, Michael Thomas and wife, Amy; several nieces, nephews, and cousins; and best friends, Jerry and Charlie Lightsey, and Keith Smith. Pallbearers are: Lance Thomas, Brinkley Thomas, Chuck Thomas, Raymond Royal, Philip Roberts, and Larry Corbin. Visitation will be Sunday evening, March 30, 2008 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Spencer Baptist Church in Spencer, LA. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral home.com

MR. ARTIS M. TYNES Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mr. Artis M. Tynes, 84, of Calhoun, LA will be held at 2:00 P.M. Monday, March 31, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Dub Massey and Rev. Neil Everett officiating. Interment will follow in the Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA. Mr. Tynes was born in Fisher, LA on June 26, 1923 and passed away on March 26, 2008. A Tin Smith by trade, Mr. Tynes was the Events Coordinator for the Monroe Civic Center for fourteen years. He also retired from the Louisiana Vocational Education System. Preceding him in death are his parents, Thomas Valry Tynes, Barbara Raiford Tynes Hatcher and Marion Hatcher; son, John V. Knox; brother, Travis Tynes; sister, Louise Fields; mother of his children (Tommy and Rhonda), Juanita Tynes; in-laws, Evelyn and Breard Street and Doris Tynes. Survivors include his wife, Tressa (Pat) Tynes of Calhoun, LA; children, Tommy Tynes, Rhonda Sington and husband Ronnie both of West Monroe, LA, Kay Jones and husband, Jim of Calhoun, LA and Steven Moore and wife Darlene of Arp, TX; grandchildren, Dee Dee Whitlock and husband David, Janice Garrison and husband John, Brian Sington, Shannon Dumas and fiancé Brad Johnson, Brad Tynes, Karen Sington and fiancé Ricky Robertson, Derek Dumas and wife Kristi, Steven Lee Moore and wife Julie, Kevin Moore and Jeremy Moore; great grandchildren, Brittney, Bailey, DJ, Megan, Jordan, Kayin, Cooper, Cheyenne, Tristen, and Trentyn; sister-in-law, Betty Tynes; brother-in-law, Carl Fields; special daughter-in-law, Margaret Taylor and daughter Krystal and a host of friends, nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Charlie Staples, James Coleman, Joe Burton, David Hodges, Jack Jamerson, Bobby Panzico and Brad Johnson. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. The family would like to give a special thank you to Mr. Tynes Caregivers, Miss Mickey Steward, Janice and Connie and also to Dr. Jacquelyn Carter for her special care. Online Registry/Condolences www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MRS. V. C BRISTER IN LOVING MEMORY 11/26/28 - 3/30/07 WINGS OF THE ANGELS by Tim Chambers A gentle wind blew cross the land; Reaching out to take a hand For on the winds the angel came; Calling out a mother's name. Left behind, the children's tears; Loving memories of the years Of joy and love, a life well spent; And now to God a mother's sent On angel's wings, a heavenly flight; The journey home,towards the light To those who weep, a life is gone; But in God's love, 'tis but the dawn. We love you and miss you, your loving family

VEDA VIRGINIA HULL Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral services for Veda Virginia Hull, 80, of Downsville, LA will be 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, April 1, 2008 at Point Assembly of God Church, Point-Wilhite, LA. Officiating the service will be Bro. Louis Bartett. Interment will follow in Wilhite Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston. Mrs. Hull was born in Waldron, Arkansas on April 30, 1927 and died at home in Downsville, LA on March 29, 2008 following a lengthy illness. She was a member of Calhoun First Baptist Church and was preceded in death by her husband Phillip W. Hull. She is survived by her daughters, Patricia Miller and husband Bill of Dubach, LA; Dorothy Littleton of Ruston, LA; sons, Kelly Hull of Downsville, LA; Michael Hull and wife Barbara of Gatesville, TX; and Aaron Hull of Tennessee Colony, TX; eleven grandchildren, Jennifer Simpson; Melinda Hollingsworth; Kyla Hibbard; Mike Hull, Jr.; James Hull; Phillip Hull; Casey Hull; Larry Hull; Eric Hull; Cecil Littleton and Joshua Littleton. Pallbearers will be James Hull, Phillip Hull, Eric Hull, Cecil Littleton, Joshua Littleton, and C. L. Lewis, Jr. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Monday, March 31, 2008 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

WILLIAM "CHIP" FOUST, JR. Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. William "Chip" Foust, Jr., 38, of Calhoun, LA, will be held at 11:00 AM Monday, March 31, 2008 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe with Rev. Frank Shields officiating. Mr. Foust passed away on March 28, 2008, at his residence following a brief illness. He was a graduate of Jonesboro-Hodge High School and LA Tech University. Mr. Foust had just finished premed and was working as a scribe at Glenwood Regional Medical Center awaiting his acceptance to Medical School. Mr. Foust was also a U. S. Marine Corps veteran. Survivors include his father, Dr. William N. Foust Sr. and wife Cyndi; mother, Carole Wilson and husband Ed; brother, David H. Foust and wife Windy; and sisters, Karen Foust Pagget and husband Tony; Rachael Foust and special friend, Shawn Smith; and Ashley Foust Pardue and husband Ki; two nieces and a nephew. Visitation will be from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the Ronald McDonald House, 200 South 3rd Street, Monroe, LA 71201. Online Registry/Condolences:www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

Deloris Ellett, 79
RUSTON — Deloris Ellett, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home.

Roddie Emfinger Jr., 68
WINNSBORO — Roddie Emfinger Jr., a meat-market manager and carpenter, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Magnolia Baptist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. today at the church.

Carl M. Evans Sr., 76
DELHI — Carl M. Evans Sr., retired from Bellsouth Co., died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Robinson Baptist Church, Dunn. Burial will be in Sunflower Cemetery, Baskin, under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is noon-2 p.m. at the church.

Fannie Pearl Foster, 90
DELHI — Fannie Pearl Foster, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home.

William Foust Jr., 38
William "Chip" Foust Jr., of Calhoun, employed by Glenwood Regional Medical Center, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. until service.

Patricia Holstead, 77
Patricia Ann Mills Holstead, of West Monroe, a retired manager of Motor Supply Co., died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Annabel Smith Lee, 83
WINNSBORO — Annabel Smith Lee, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 10:30 a.m. today at Magnolia Baptist Church. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home.

Ruth Otts, 80
Ruth Otts, of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Cemetery, Calhoun. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Bobby E. Redden, 78
Bobby E. Redden, of Monroe, a telephone construction supervisor, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

J.B. Shepherd, 60
OAK GROVE — J.B. Shepherd, disabled, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home.

Claudia D. Strozier, 53
RUSTON — Claudia Dianne Strozier, a retail employee, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Owens Memorial Chapel. Burial will be in Wesley Chapel Cemetery. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Gerald K. Thomas, 68
SPEARSVILLE — Gerald Kent Thomas, a Union Parish deputy, retired from LP&L, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. today at Mount Union Baptist Church. Burial will be in Spearsville Cemetery under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Jack O. Thomas Sr., 60
SPENCER — Jack Oliver Thomas Sr., a cabinet maker, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. today at Spencer Baptist Church. Burial will be in Liberty at Linville Cemetery in Union Parish under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Artis M. Tynes, 84
Artis M. Tynes, of Calhoun, a retired tin smith, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. today at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Cemetery. Visitation is 12:30 p.m. until service at the funeral home.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED:
Aulds, Alma: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Smackover (Ark.) Cemetery.
Curry, Solon Glen: 2 p.m. today, Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Flintroy Jr., Eugene: 1 p.m. today, Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.
Lee, Annabel Smith: 10:30 a.m. today, Magnolia Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Pylant, George M.: 10 a.m. today, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro

March 31, 2008 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

LOIS L. DICKERSON Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Lois L. Dickerson, 85, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday, April 1, 2008, at the Swartz Assembly of God Church with Rev. Gerald Lewis and Rev. Bill Lewis officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Dickerson passed away Saturday, March 29, 2008, at St. Francis Medical Center. She was a member of Swartz Assembly of God Church. Her children, being a wife, and being a mother was her entire life. She was preceded in death by her husband, J. B. Dickerson; son, Paul Albert Dickerson; and sister, Marie Agin. Survivors include her daughter, Joan Brantley and husband Rev. Bob Brantley of Mobile, AL; sons, Earl Dickerson of Monroe, LA and James Dickerson of Houston, TX; brothers, Purvis "Buddy" Lewis and wife Gwendolyn, and Gerald Lewis and wife Shirley; grandchildren, Jeffery Brantley, Tamela "Tami" Harper, and Sherry Lynn Acree; great grandchildren, Shannon Keys, Joshua Brantley, Taylor Marie Harper, and Isabelle Harper; and great-great granddaughter, Lindsey Keys. Pallbearers will be Eric Acree, Daniel Lewis, Aaron Lewis, Duane Emken, Archie Little, and Melvin Burrows. Visitation will be Monday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to the Swartz Assembly of God Church.