Obituaries - March 2009

March 1, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

FANNYE WASSON Ott & Lee Funeral Home, Brandon, MS. Fannye Wasson, 83, passed away in Brandon on Wednesday Feb. 25, 2009 after a lengthy illness. A memorial service will be held in April. Ms. Wasson was born in Aberdeen, MS. and graduated from MSCW. She worked for the State Health Department in Louisiana and lived in Monroe, LA. for a number of years. Recently she came to Brandon to be with family. She loved working in her garden, bird watching, and caring for her cats. Her Christmas baking was looked forward to all year long. She will be missed so much by family and friends. Ms. Wasson was preceded in death by her parents, Dr. L.P. Wasson and Ella Wasson; sisters, Ruby McBryde, Elizabeth Rhudy, Virginia Furr, Lucy Thompson and one brother, Wilbourn Wasson. She is survived by her sisters, Julia Strong and Sara Edwards; her brother-in-law, W.C. Thompson and her nieces and nephews.

J. B. "BURT" MCGEE Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mr. J.B. "Burt" McGee, 89, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM Monday, March 2, 2009 at the New Chapel Hill Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA with Rev. Charles Dupree, Rev. Jim Wolfe and Rev. Bruce McGee officiating. Interment will follow in the New Chapel Hill Church Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. McGee was born in West Monroe, LA on December 11, 1919 and passed away very near to the place where he was born, on February 26, 2009. He graduated from Ouachita Parish High School and went on to Business School in Shreveport, LA. Mr. Burt enlisted in the Army and later volunteered to be a pilot. He was commissioned as an officer in the United States Air Force, and received the rank of Captain. Mr. McGee was a P-51 pilot and flew 90 combat missions. He was awarded many medals, including the Distinguished Flying Cross. He is preceded in death by his wives, Dorothy Johnson McGee and Lorece Mock McGee. Survivors include his four children, Bruce McGee and wife Ann of Columbia, LA, Sandy McGee of West Monroe, LA, Kathy Wolfe and husband Jim of Dallas, TX and Phyllis Freeman and husband Mike of Ruston, LA; eleven grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren. Mr. McGee's grandsons will serve as pallbearers, Bobby McGee, Terry Wolfe, Adam Wolfe, Jimmy Wolfe, Joe Wolfe, and Tony Wolfe. Honorary Pallbearers will be Irving Sills and Mike McGee. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to the Gideons or to the American Cancer Society. Mr. Burt leaves a tremendous legacy of faith in Christ, duty and love. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

LEON BUCK COLVIN Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Leon Buck Colvin, 85, of Monroe, will be held at 1:00 PM Monday, March 2, 2009, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe with Rev. Lindle Stewart officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Colvin passed away Friday, February 27, 2009, at St. Francis North Hospital. He was a U. S. Navy veteran of WWII, and a member of New Light Baptist Church. Mr. Colvin retired after 21 years of service as a machinist with Borg Warner in California, then moved to Monroe and became a farmer. His love and passion in life was mechanicing and gardening. Survivors include his wife, Mona Colvin; daughters, NeAlta Smith and husband Don of Riverside, CA, and Sharon Johnston of Monroe, LA; sons, William (Butch) Colvin of Monroe, LA, and Mike Colvin and wife Debby of West Monroe, LA; eight grandchildren, and fourteen great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Josh Helm, Jeremy Helm, Steve Williams, Mike Bryant, George Stadter, and Richie May. Visitation will be Sunday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to New Light Baptist Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MARY LEE RONEY Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Funeral services for Mary Lee Roney, 57, of Rayville, LA will be held 2:00 PM, Sunday, March 1, 2009 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Monroe, LA with Bishop William C. Johnston officiating. Internment will follow in Start Cemetery, Start, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. Mary Roney was born January 25, 1952 in Start, LA and passed away Thursday, February 26, 2009 after a brief illness. Mary was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Felix and Mary Virginia Moore. Survivors include her daughter, Angela Templeton and husband, Larry of Start, LA; granddaughter, Tiffany Templeton of Start, LA; sister, Dianne Donald and husband, Danny of Rayville, LA; brothers, Louis Moore and wife, Mary of Rayville, LA and David Moore and wife, Tammi of Start, LA; a host of nieces and nephews; and very special friends, the Dixon Abell Family. Pallbearers will be Josh Moore, Jeffrey Moore, Jason Donald, Joseph Moore, Johnathan Moore, and Logan Morris. Honorary Pallbearers are Dixon Abell, Harold Abell, Bob Thrower, Drew Kennedy, and Richard Robinson. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM, Sunday, at the Monroe Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneral homes.com

Melvin "Red" Byrd, 68
Pineland, Texas — Melvin "Red" Byrd, a retired heavy equipment operator, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Willie Mae Haddox, 92
ALEXANDRIA — Willie Mae Haddox, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Riser Funeral Home chapel, Columbia. Visitation is 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the chapel. Burial will be in Palestine Baptist Church Cemetery, Vixen.

Carolyn Russell Haye, 75
Carolyn Russell Haye, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

James Kent Hodges, 55
HAUGHTON — James Kent Hodges, a paint inspector, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Young's Funeral Home chapel, Jonesville. Burial will be in Harrisonburg Cemetery, Jonesville.

Billie Jean Jennings, 59
OAK GROVE — Billie Jean Jennings, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Harvest Assembly of God, Oak Grove. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Oak Grove, under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Gertrude Louise Mitchell, 70
HOMER — Gertrude Louise Mitchell, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at Antioch Baptist Church, Homer. Visitation is 6 to 7 p.m. Monday at King's Funeral Home, Homer. Burial is in the church cemetery.

Albert W. Pace, 69
OAK GROVE — Albert W. Pace, a heavy equipment operator, died Saturday. Arrangements are incompleted under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Charles W. "Buck" Stewart, 74
Charles W. "Buck" Stewart of Monroe, a retired educator and administrator, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Parkview Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Ruston, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Robert Swayzer Sr., 85
WINNSBORO — Robert Swayzer Sr., a business owner, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Winnsboro Second Baptist Church. Wake service will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday at Richardson & Sims Funeral Home chapel, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Sims-Gethsemane Memorial Gardens, Winnsboro.

A.W. Wiley, 76
LARTO — A.W. Wiley, an oil field superintendent, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Sunday at Larto Baptist Church. Burial will be in Pease Cemetery, Larto, under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Riley F. "Bo" Wilkerson, 83
Riley F. "Bo" Wilkerson, a retired machine operator, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Baxter, Charles T. "Pappy": 2 p.m. Monday, Natchez City Cemetery, Natchez, Miss.
Bryan, Omer: 2 p.m. Sunday, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.
Newton, Frances M.: 11 a.m. Monday, Mount Sinai Baptist Church, Choudrant.
Robinson, Lillie: 2:30 p.m. Sunday, St. Luke Baptist Church, Bonita.
Roney, Mary Lee: 2 p.m. Sunday, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Monroe.
Watson, Sherry Ann Adele Root: 11 a.m. March 21, St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Monroe.
Wormley, Wanda Louise: 11 a.m. Tuesday at Lewis Temple CME, Grambling.

March 3, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CAROLYN RUSSELL HAYE Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, La. Graveside services for Carolyn Russell Haye, 75, of Monroe, will be 10:00 AM on Tuesday morning, March 3, 2009, at the Rocky Branch Cemetery, Rocky Branch, LA, under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Her son, Jack W. Haye will officiate. Mrs. Haye was born November 24th, 1933, in Union Parish, LA, and passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2009, in Monroe, LA. A homemaker, she was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Her beloved husband, Jackie R. Haye, preceded her in death on November 19, 2008. Survivors include her two daughters, Teressa Haye of Orlando, FL, and Tina Houston and husband, Ken of Monroe; her son, Jack Haye and wife, Carol, of Dallas, TX; ten grandchildren, Vicki Bagshaw and husband, Wayne, Ryan Houston, Summer Houston, Grayson Haye, Austin Haye and wife, Savannah, Caleb Haye, McCall Haye, Sumner Haye, Sutton Haye, and Nicholas Haye; great grandchildren, Joshua and Angel Bagshaw; and her brother, Melvin Russell of Bastrop. The family will receive friends on Monday, March 2, 2009, from 5:00PM to 7:00PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, 1321 North 7th St. in West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

DOROTHY PEARL WATKINS REYNOLDS Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Dorothy Pearl Watkins Reynolds, 72, of Monroe, will be held at 3:00 PM Tuesday, March 3, 2009, at Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church with Rev. Weldon Bares and Rev. Joe Solomon officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Reynolds passed away Sunday, March 01, 2009. Our beloved wife, mother, and sister devoted her life to spreading her joyous spirit to everyone she met. Those closest to her experienced her gifts of love, humor, and God's abiding peace. Her laugh was as contagious as was her faith. She will live in each of us for all of our days and her spirit will perpetuate through us all. Although she left us too soon, she was thankful to have been able to have nurtured a loving relationship with each of her grandchildren. She will be missed. Mrs. Reynolds was preceded in death by her parents, Bertha E. and Samuel E. Watkins; and son, Mark Anthony Reynolds. Survivors include her children, Thomas Dwayn Reynolds and wife Chyleen, David Allen Reynolds and wife Blanche, Marilyn Reynolds Bryant and husband Steve, and daughter-in-law, Kimberly Reynolds Cathey and husband Tom; grandchildren, Erica Crystal Reynolds, Mark Colby Reynolds, Thomas Jared Reynolds, Bailie Jordan Bryant, Tyler Kale Reynolds, Thomas Jackson Reynolds, Mark Mattison Reynolds, and Anna-Beth Bryant; and siblings, Mildred Watkins Mosley of Greenville, MS, Francis Watkins Mosley Herron of Searcy, AR, Sonny Watkins of Greenville, MS, and Kathy Watkins Kuhn of Olive Branch, MS. Pallbearers and honorary pallbearers will be the members of the Pastors Class at Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church. Visitation will be Monday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Most especially, the family would like to say to our friends that we appreciate your prayers through the past few months and we treasure your loyal friendships throughout the years. We also want to express our love and thankfulness to our family at Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church. Your love, kindness, and support have been a true blessing. We appreciate all the fine physicians and nurses at St. Francis Hospital and a special thank you to our hospice team. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

RILEY "BO" F. WILKERSON Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Riley "Bo" F. Wilkerson, 83, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday, March 3, 2009, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe with Rev. Tom Lowe and Rev. John Jones officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Wilkerson, a retired machinist, passed away Saturday, February 28, 2009, at his residence after a lengthy illness. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Judy Fox Fryday; son, Gary Wayne Wilkerson; and son-in-law, Danny Schooley. Survivors include his wife of fifty-one years, Vada Wilkerson; daughters, Dottie Swain and husband Jake of Calhoun, LA, Joyce McNeely and husband Terry of West Monroe, LA, Pam Graves and husband Tony of Calhoun, LA, Tammy "Peanut" Schooley of West Monroe, LA, Tiffany Jones and husband Rev. John of Alto, LA, and Carolyn Waldroup and husband Ricky of Eros, LA; sons, Randy Wilkerson and wife Lauri of West Monroe, LA, and Kenny Wilkerson of West Monroe, LA; twenty grandchildren, and twenty-two great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Mark Bennett, Robert Woodall, Charles Woodall, B. R. Netherland, Craig Bryan, and Randy Wygal. Honorary pallbearers will be Dale Rieger and John Paul Rieger. Visitation will be Monday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The family wishes to extend a special thanks to Patient Choice Hospice, Karol Handy, Milton Pray, Gale Palm, Murla Martin, Suzanne Hatton, and Peggy Clark. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Alvin Anders, 71
EROS — Alvin Anders, retired from the Jackson Parish School System, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Plum Hill Baptist Church, Eros. Visitation is noon-7 p.m. with family hour 6-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in church cemetery.

Betty Sue LeCroy Boyd, 74
Betty Sue LeCroy Boyd of Monroe, a florist, died Monday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Delhi Masonic Cemetery. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Teresa D. Caskey, 54
QUITMAN — Teresa D. Caskey, a certified nursing assistant, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Beech Springs Baptist Church, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Beech Springs Cemetery under the direction of Southern Funeral Homes, Jonesboro.

Rev. Clifton Collins, 48
LAKE PROVIDENCE — The Rev. Clifton Collins, a minister, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in New Light Cemetery.

Carolyn Russell Haye, 75
Carolyn Russell Haye of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Rocky Branch Cemetery, Rocky Branch, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Andrew Seth Hunt, 20
BASTROP — Andrew Seth Hunt, a roofer, died Sunday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Larry Lewis Kennedy, 66
OAK GROVE — Larry Lewis Kennedy died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Douglas Morey, 53
OAK GROVE — Douglas Morey, a mechanic, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Christopher H. Navarro, 43
MONTICELLO — Christopher H. Navarro, a nurse's aid, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Darnell United Pentecostal Church, Darnell. Visitation is noon-9 p.m. Tuesday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Dorothy Pearl W. Reynolds, 72
Dorothy Pearl Watkins Reynolds of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 3 p.m. Tuesday at Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Dr. James K. Sehon Jr., 59
RAYVILLE — Dr. James K. Sehon Jr., a physician, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Donna R. Simms, 61
SIMSBORO — Donna R. Simms, a retired Lincoln Parish school bus driver, died Sunday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Simsboro Baptist Church, Simsboro, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Riley 'Bo' F. Wilkerson, 83
Riley "Bo" F. Wilkerson of Monroe, a retired machine operator, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Boyer, Jenese Humphrey: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Byrd, Melvin Duain: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Causey Jr., Wren M.: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.
Mitchell, Louise Mitchell: 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Antioch Baptist Church, Homer.
Stewart, Charles W.: 1 p.m. Wednesday, Parkview Baptist Church, Monroe.
Watson, Sherry Ann Adele Root: 11 a.m. March 21, St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Monroe.
Wormley, Wanda Louise: 11 a.m. Tuesday at Lewis Temple CME, Grambling.

March 2, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

BRUCE OTTO GROOM Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Bruce Otto Groom, 83, of Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, March 4, 2009 at Monroe Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel with Rev. Marcelle Crow officiating and interment will follow at Monroe Memorial Park under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Mr. Groom was born September 7, 1925 in Morrilton, AR and passed away at home on March 1, 2009. He was a member of Reveille Methodist Church in Monroe, LA and American Legion Post 13. He was a retired Plant Superintendent for Borden Milk Company and served with the U. S. Marine Corps in both World War II and the Korean Conflict. He was preceded in death by his parents, Hugh and Thelma Groom and 6 brothers, Orville, William, Mitchell, Wayne, Marlin, and Donald Groom. Mr. Groom is survived by his wife of 62 years: Mary Groom of Monroe; sisters: Maxine G. Hall of Leechburg, PA and Willa Jennings of Midland, TX; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to the Animal Shelter, 417 Well Road, West Monroe, LA 71202. Online condolences may be made to the family at kilpatrickfuneralhomes. com

CHARLES WILLIAM STEWART CHARLES WILLIAM STEWART Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Charles William Stewart will be held at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, March 4, 2009 at Parkview Baptist Church, Monroe with Dr. E. Whit Holmes officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, 2300 West California, Ruston, LA 71270. Services are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. The family will receive visitors at the church two hours prior (11:00 AM to 1:00 PM) to the service. "Coach Buck," as he was affectionately known, was born on October 29, 1934, in Ruston, Louisiana, and died on February 27, 2009, after a courageous battle with cancer. Buck was a graduate of Ruston High School where he played football for L.J. "Hoss" Garrett. He was a captain and the quarterback on Coach Garrett's 1951 state championship football team. After graduating from high school, he proudly served his country as a member of the United States Marine Corps. He later returned to Louisiana Tech University and played football for Joe Aillet, earning all-conference honors. He received his B.S. in Health & P.E. and his M.S. in Education & Administration from Louisiana Tech. He also received a+30 in Education and Administration from Louisiana Tech and the University of Louisiana at Monroe. Buck was quick to credit Coaches Garrett and Aillet for teaching him discipline, the value of hard work, and the importance of academics, traits that defined his career as a dedicated educator in the Monroe City Schools. He served as a teacher and coach at Neville High School, a principal at Lexington Elementary School, and returned to Neville as principal before retiring in 1994. He also served as the Interim Director at A.E. Phillips Lab School at Louisiana Tech and the Interim Principal at Hillcrest Elementary School in Ruston. Buck's family was his pride and joy. He had an undeniable zest for life and was a man of uncompromising principle. To his friends, he was known for his fierce loyalty, infectious personality, and generous heart. His enthusiasm and attention to detail were hallmarks of his character. After retirement, Buck enjoyed spending time on his property in Lincoln Parish. He was most proud of the pond that he built and stocked for his family's enjoyment. This became his personal sanctuary. Buck was preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Stewart, his father and mother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. W.A. Taylor, and his grandson, Charles William Stewart, II. He is survived by his devoted wife of 50 years, Patsy; his daughter, Holly Stewart Ratcliff and husband, Douglas James Ratcliff; his son, William Buckley Stewart, Sr., and wife, Lynda Kinard Stewart; his beloved grandchildren, Taylor Anne Ratcliff and William Buckley Stewart, Jr.; his sister, Billie Jo Whiteside; and, his two nephews, Doug Kirklin and wife, Penny, and Joel Kirklin and wife, Dee. He is also survived by his yellow lab and companion, Maggie. Pallbearers will be Dr. John Davis, Dr. Paul Davis, Dr. Mike Davis, Dr. Patrick Garrett, Tom Hinton, Doug Kirklin, Joel Kirklin, and Dr. Nick White. Honorary pallbearers will be members of Dr. Larry Johnson's Sunday School Class, Donnie Bartlett, Charlie Brown, Joe Caskey, Chick Childress, Joe Coats, George Davis, J.L. Fitts, William Hindmon, Bill Johnson, Robert Johnson, Van Leigh, Al Miller, Jim Mize, Harry Pankey, Willie Reagan, Roosevelt Rankins, Dr. Sidney Seegers, Danny Shaw, Don Shows, Sonny Smith, Dr. James Stafford, and A. L. Williams. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Myeloma Institute for Research & Therapy, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, 4301 W. Markham Street, Little Rock, Arkansas 72205-9985, Louisiana Baptist Children's Home, or the Neville Alumni & Friends Association. A special thanks to the following people for their dedicated, compassionate care during Buck's illness: Dr. Charles Morgan, Dr. Coy Gamage, and their staffs, and Dr. Bart Barlogie and his team of physicians and nurses at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. A heartfelt thanks to our friends for the kind gestures of food, calls, cards, and especially their prayers. Papa, we love you and we will miss you in all the days to come. Online condolences may be made to the family at kilpatrickfuneralhomes. com.

LILLIAN GEORGIA HATTEN FORD Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mrs. Lillian Georgia Hatten Ford, 87, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM Wednesday, March 4, 2009 in the Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel with Rev. Wesley Pittman officiating. Interment will follow in the Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Ford was born on March 23, 1921 and passed away at her daughter's home on March 1, 2009. She was a graduate of Ouachita Parish High School. Mrs. Ford was a member of the Trinity Baptist Church for over 50 years and was also a member of the Annie E. Bennett Order of the Eastern Star. She Co-Founded a dress shop in West Monroe and was the 1st woman to be appointed to the Beautification Board for the City of West Monroe. Mrs. Ford is preceded in death by her parents, Horace and Georgie Hatten and by her beloved husband of 67 years, Timothy Ford, Sr. Survivors include her children, Gail Ford Palmieri and husband, Robert and Tim Ford, Jr. and wife, Amy; her beloved grandchildren, Katie Palmieri, Jason Ford and wife, Jodi, Andy Sanders, Matthew Palmieri, April Wallace, Timothy Ford, III. "Trey", and L. Gennie Ford "Lil Rose"; great grand children, Aden Ford, Abbi Wallace, and Trinity Ford; her dear friend, Relda "Bo" Butler; and by her adopted daughter, Martha Yarbourgh. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. The family would like to give a special thanks to the staff of Hospice Care of Louisiana; especially Travis, Nicole, Casandra, Cindy, Marvin, Tim and to her sitter, Betty. Online Registry/ Condolences:www. mulhearnfuneral home.com

MARY ELIZABETH KILLINS "MA" Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Killins "Ma", 92, of West Monroe will be held at 3:00 PM Wednesday, March 4, 2009 at St. Paschal's Catholic Church with Rev. Adrian Fischer officiating. Interment will be held at Williamette Memorial Park in Albany, OR. Mrs. Killins was born September 21, 1916 in Detroit, Michigan and entered into eternity on February 27, 2009 peacefully at home. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend. Ma grew up an only child and married Dave Killins in 1935. Together they had seven children, five boys and two girls: Mary D. Soignier and husband, Robert, Candy Allen and Dannie Sims, Rick Killins and wife, Julie, Don Killins and wife, Oneta, Robert Killins, Dan Killins and wife, Patsy, and Davey Killins and wife, Eileen. She played piano and won the Detroit piano playing contest in 1927. She also enjoyed fishing, dancing, "her birthday party", church, family and friends. Ma lived by herself up until January 2009 at which time she chose to have Hospice Family Alliance come to her home for assistance. She was widowed in 1967 while living in Oregon. She is preceded in death by her husband, Dave Killins; her parents, and her sons, Don and Davey. She is survived by five children, sixteen grandchildren, thirty two great grandchildren, and five great great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Mickey Plunk, James Morris, Donald Duncan, Bobby Killins, Dee Killins, and Leslie Killins. Honorary pallbearers will be James Pickering and I. H. Tidwell. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Prayer service to be held at 6:00 PM. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital or St. Paschal's Catholic Church or send any flowers to Oregon. The family would like to thank Willie Mae and Renita of Hospice Family Alliance. Online Condolences/Registry: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MARY EMMA TINDELL KIFER Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home Tallulah, LA Funeral services for Mary Emma Tindell Kifer, age 77, will be held Monday, March 2, 2009 at 11:00AM at St. Joseph Baptist Church in St. Joseph, LA. Visitation will be Monday from 10:00 a.m. until time of services, with Pastor Larry Foster officiating. Burial will follow in Legion Cemetery in Newellton, LA. Mrs. Kifer was born in Newellton, LA September 9, 1931 to Albert and Mary Elizabeth Tindell. She graduated from Newellton High in 1951 and married Cecil Lee Kifer, Sr. November 3rd of that same year. Mrs. Kifer was a homemaker and resident of St. Joseph from 1951 until 2002 when she moved to Baton Rouge, LA. Mrs. Kifer died February 26, 2009 at the Butterfly Wing of the in-patient hospice unit of the Hospice of Baton Rouge. Mrs. Kifer is preceded in death by her husband Cecil Lee Kifer, Sr.; her parents Albert and Mary Stone Tindell; brother Morris "Hoss" Tindell; father and mother-in-law Louis Allen and Effie Kifer; brothers and sisters-in-law Nathan and Ruth Kifer, Ollie Kifer Brown and Fred Brown and Franklin "Frank" Kifer. Mrs. Kifer is survived by on daughter Elizabeth Routon and her husband Robert Glen Routon of Baton Rouge, LA; two sons Cecil Lee Kifer, Jr. and his wife Connie of St. Joseph, LA and Brian Wade Kifer and wife Pam of St. Joseph, LA; five grandchildren Crawford Wade Kifer and wife Brandy of Vidalia, LA, Tucker Lee Kifer of Ruston, LA, Kelsey Lynn Kifer of Clinton, MS, Nikki Peeples Laboda and husband Steve of Ringgold, GA and Brett Peeples of Tallulah, LA; three great-grandchildren Nicholas, Lucas and Thomas Laboda of Ringgold, GA; siblings Margie Tindell Redditt and husband John of Hendersonville, TN, Mardell "Sissy" Tindell Osborne and husband Warren of Napels, FL and Albert "Buddy" Tindell, Jr. and wife Lady Tindell of St. Joseph, LA; numerous nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Crawford Wade Kifer, Tucker Lee Kifer, Danny Kifer, Nathan Odell "Sonny" Kifer, Jr., Allen Brown, David Redditt, John B. "Terry" Redditt and Rickey Lowery. Honorary pallbearers will be Mr. Whitfield Jones and Will Johnson. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Baton Rouge, LA. Originally published March 03, 2009.

WREN M. CAUSEY, JR . Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Mr. Wren McGehee Causey, Jr., age 67 of Merryville will be 2:00 PM Tuesday, March 3, 2009 at Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Ronnie Cosby officiating. Interment will follow at Columbia Hill Cemetery in Columbia. Mr. Causey was born on January 14, 1942 in Beauregard Parish to the union of Wren McGehee and Edith Carroll Causey and passed from this life on Saturday, February 28, 2009 in Merryville. Wren was a 1960 graduate of Columbia High School. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Joseph David Causey; maternal grandparents Benjamin Hawkins and Alice VanBrook Carroll and paternal grandparents Robert Daniel and Sadie Nunnery Causey. Survivors include his brother; Robin Causey and wife, KaraLe of Monroe, three sisters; Emily Faye McCarty of Columbia, Sarah Jane Wright and husband, Jack of Shreveport and Elizabeth Carroll Douglas and husband, Benny of Grayson, numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. He was greatly loved by many friends. Pallbearers will be Billy Dunn, James Crawley, Carl McDaniel, Jerry Mobley, Raffe Carroll, Bobby Durham, Hill Clinton Durham and John Durham. Online condolences may be made at www.riserfuneralhomes. com

Larry Lewis Kennedy, 66
OAK GROVE — Larry Lewis Kennedy died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Douglas Morey, 53
OAK GROVE — Douglas Morey, a mechanic, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Dr. James K. Sehon Jr., 59
RAYVILLE — Dr. James K. Sehon Jr., a physician, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

March 4, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

LILLIAN STODGHILL GREEN Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Lillian Stodghill Green, 91, of Ruston, LA will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, March 5, 2009 in the Burkhalter Chapel of Trinity United Methodist Church, Ruston, LA with Rev. Fred Wideman officiating and Rev. Jerry Hilbun assisting. Interment will follow at Greenwood Cemetery under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home in Ruston. The family will receive visitors at the church two hours prior to the service (12:00 Noon until 2:00 P. M.). Mrs. Green was born on May 13, 1917 in Rayville, LA. to Jesse and Willie Lee Stodghill, and passed away in her home at the Russ House in Ruston, LA on March 2, 2009. She is preceded in death by her husband, Truman Jackson Green; her parents; brothers: Jesse Edward Stodghill, Jr. and William Everett Stodghill; sisters: Lula Elizabeth McMahon and Dorothy Lee Cenac. Mrs. Green graduated from Rayville High School and Louisiana Tech University. She spent most of her adult life and raised her family in Delhi, LA, where she was a member of the Delhi United Methodist Church. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was artistically talented, and loved to paint, sew, and needlepoint. She was an avid bridge player and a member of several bridge groups. She was a member of the Delhi Garden Club and loved to arrange flowers and work in her yard. Mrs. Green moved to Ruston in 2000 and was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church and Willing Workers Sunday School Class. She is survived by her children and their spouses: Lillian G. McCullin and husband, Bill of Ruston, LA; Truman "Jack" Green and wife, Jeanie of Rayville, LA; and Carol G. Anding and husband, George of Baton Rouge, LA.; Grandchildren: Rhonda McCartt and husband, Mark of St Paul, TX; Kevin McNabb and wife, Missy of Monroe, LA; Cassie Livingston and husband, Trent of Delhi, LA; Sarah Green of Rayville, LA; Trey Anding of Baton Rouge, LA; and Allyson Anding of Madison, WI. Step-grandchildren: Mark McCullin and wife Laura of McKinney, TX; Amy Rheams and husband Chris of Azle, TX, and Andrew McCullin and wife Kelly of Ruston, LA.; four great-grandchildren, four step great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Trey Anding, James "Dud" Holland, Trent Livingston, Mark McCartt, Kevin McNabb, and William "Billy" Stodghill. Mrs. Green's children would like to thank all of those who cared for their mother in such a dedicated, compassionate and loving way. A special thanks to her caregivers: Patricia Ellis, Vivian Ellis, Frankie Hamilton, Diana Pritchard, Sherrie Thomas and Ruth Albritton; the staff at the Russ House; Hospice of Caring Hearts; and Dr. J. Michael Belue and staff. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital, Methodist Children's Home in Ruston, or Trinity United Methodist Church. To leave an on-line memorial message for the family, please visit www.owensmemorial funeralhome.com

MILDRED NORRIS Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA Graveside services for Mildred Norris, 86, of Rayville, will be 2:00 PM, Thursday, March 5, 2009 at Stevenson Cemetery, Rayville with Rev. Curtis Harris officiating under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Mrs. Norris was born June 4, 1922 and passed away Tuesday, March 3, 2009. Mrs. Norris was preceded in death by her parents, Ben and Mary Henson; sister, Oulie Williamson; brothers, Joe, Lee, and Lefevere Henson; sons, Clyde Hardy and Leroy Hardy; daughter, Joann Hardy. Survivors include daughter, Virginia Dale Smith of Okeechobee, FL; son, Carlton F. Hardy of Ellijay, GA; 5-grandchildren, Ellen Maccarone, Wayne Smith, Joey Smith, Karen Gahn, and Phillip Smith; 10-great grandchildren and 6-great-great grandchildren. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Wednesday at the funeral home. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneral homes.com

MRS. BETTY SUE LECROY BOYD Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Graveside services for Mrs. Betty Sue LeCroy Boyd, 74, of Monroe, will be at 2:00 PM on Thursday, March 5th, 2009, at the Delhi Masonic Cemetery in Delhi, LA with Rev. Andy Myrick officiating. Services are under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Mrs. Boyd was born December 28th, 1934, in Springhill, LA, and passed away at her residence on Monday, March 2nd, 2009. She was a retired florist and member of the Loch Arbor Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jesse P. and Oma Crow Smith. Survivors include her beloved husband of over 52 years, Thomas Mack Boyd; her son, Mark Boyd and his wife, Kaye, of Saucier, MS; a sister, Mary Berret of Natchez, MS; and 2 grandchildren. A gathering for family and friends will be held Wednesday evening, March 4th, 2009, from 5:00PM to 7:00PM at the Loch Arbor Baptist Church. Online condolences may be made to the family at kilpatrickfuneralhomes. com.

RICHARD ALEXANDER HILL Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside services for Mr. Richard Alexander Hill, 66, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 3:00 PM Friday, March 6, 2009 at Trinity Cemetery in Wilmer, TX with his brother in-law, Rev. Jerry Price officiating. Mr. Hill died Monday, March 2, 2009 at Stoneybrook Assisted Living in West Monroe, LA. He was born June 27, 1942 in Amarillo, TX. Mr. Hill was a veteran of the United States Air Force. Mr. Hill loved his family, country, and many friends and will be greatly missed. He is preceded in death by his father, Richard Hill; stepfather, Lee Hilton; and brother, Dennis Ray Hill. Survivors include his mother, Mary Sue Hilton; sister, Suzanne Price and husband Jerry all of West Monroe, LA and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Thursday, March 5, 2009 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com.

VERDA MAE "MAE-MAE" COPES Norris Funeral Home Bay Minette, AL Mrs. Verda Copes, age 92, a native of Pioneer, Louisiana and a resident of Bay Minette, Alabama, died Friday, February 20,2009 at a nursing home in Bay Minette, AL. Mrs. Copes was a former Senior Olympian and was elected to the Louisiana Senior Olympic Hall of Fame. Mrs. Copes previously resided in Tallulah and Denham Springs, LA. She is survived by her two sons Frederick Duane Copes (Jeanette) of West Point, MS, and Jerry Walter Copes, of Davis Island, LA; her daughter Laura C. Pitre, (Richard) Bay Minette, AL; her sister, Inez Gawthorp of Cody, WY; six grandchildren and nine great grand children. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Laura Inez Prestridge; her husband Walter Fredrick Copes, a granddaughter Charlam Renee Hopper and four brothers and four sisters. A memorial service will be held at New Hope Church of God on Hwy 577 west of Darnell, LA at 2:00 PM on Saturday, March 7, 2009. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to the charity of your choice.

Altha Madeline Adams, 90
Altha Madeline Adams of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Glen Ervin Adcock, 51
OAK GROVE — Glen Ervin Adcock, a truck driver, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Mount Zion Church of God, Oak Grove. Visitation is Friday and Saturday at the church. Burial will be in Forest Corner Cemetery, Forest, under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Rural Bonner Jr., 59
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — Rural Bonner Jr., retired from U.S. Marines and a hospital file clerk, died Feb. 26. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at Zion Traveler Baptist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 9 a.m. until noon Saturday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Bonner Cemetery, Ruston.

Opal Bratton, 90
KINGWOOD, Texas — Opal Bratton, formerly of Kelly, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 9 a.m. Saturday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Old Bethel Cemetery, Grayson.

Johnny Deville, 80
RAYVILLE — Johnny Deville, a farmer, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 4:30-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in McKnight Cemetery, Holly Ridge.

Rita Mae Fairley, 52
Rita Mae Fairley of Monroe, a substitute teacher, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Richard Alexander Hill, 66
Richard Alexander Hill of West Monroe, a veteran, died Monday. Graveside services are 3 p.m. Friday at Trinity Cemetery, Wilmer, Texas. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Brenda Hood, 63
Brenda Hood of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Ethel B. Moreland, 72
TALLULAH — Ethel B. Moreland, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Rose Hill Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in New Oakwood Cemetery, Tallulah.

Sandra McSherry-Pires, 51
WEYMOUTH, Mass. — Sandra Pomeroy McSherry-Pires, a homemaker, died Feb. 17. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-2 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

Leola Simmons, 99
DOWNSVILLE — Leola Simmons, a homemaker, died Feb. 27. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Lane Chapel Baptist Church, Downsville. Visitation is 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Friday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Adams, Michael John: 10 a.m. Saturday, Reeks Cemetery, Oak Grove.
Anders, Alvin: 2 p.m. Saturday, Plum Hill Baptist Church, Eros.
Brown, Charles: 11 a.m. Friday, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.
Brown, Gloria: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Peter Baptist Church, Columbia.
Byrd, Mary Chase: 2 p.m. Saturday, Lake Providence High School, Lake Providence.
Campbell, George: 1 p.m. Saturday, Pilgrim Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Collins, Rev. Clifton: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Conley, Lucinda: 11 a.m. Saturday, Richwood Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Monroe.
Greeley, Jimmy: 11 a.m. Friday, New Morning Star Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Henson, Margie: 10 a.m. Friday, Chatham Pentecostal Church, Chatham.
Jenkins, Lamar: 1 p.m. Saturday, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe.
Murphy, Dennis C.: 10 a.m. Friday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Reed, James: 11 a.m. Saturday, Macedonia Baptist Church, Rayville.
Watson, Sherry Ann Adele Root: 11 a.m. March 21, St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Monroe.
Wilkerson, Janie: 2 p.m. Saturday, Triedstone Baptist Church, Monroe.

March 5, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

AUDRIE Y. LOHN Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Services for Mrs. Audrie Y. Lohn, age 91, of Rayville, LA will be 10:00AM Thursday, March 5, 2009 at the Rayville United Methodist Church with Charles Germany and Ted Freeland officiating. Interment will follow in the Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. She was a Secretary for the Corps of Engineers, member of the Rayville United Methodist Church and Mattie Haley Circle, president of United Methodist Women for years, various civic organizations: Rayville Literary Club, Lambda Kappa Club, Rayville Garden Club, Chairman of the Cleanest City Contest, and Rayville Homemakers Club. She was a avid gardener and for many years grew beautiful roses. She enjoyed all types of handwork and most recently worked on her beautiful "Santa of the Forest". She was a wonderful cook and loved to share meals with family and friends. She passed from this life on March 3, 2009 in the Richardson Medical Center, Rayville, LA. She is preceded in death by husband, Ivon Ingram Lohn. She is survived by a host of nieces, nephews, and many friends. Pallbearers will be Pete Mulhern, Jr., Charles E. Spruell, James L. Harrell, Bobby Calvert, J. L. Cook, and Fred Scott Franklin. Honorary pallbearers will be George Gladney, Gene Holtzclaw, Russell Rainbolt, and Timmie Ray Thames. Visitation will be from 9:00 AM till service time, Thursday, March 5, 2009. On line registry / condolences at www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

JAMES K. SEHON, JR., MD Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Funeral services for James K. Sehon, Jr., MD, 59, of Rayville, LA will be held 1:00 PM, Thursday, March 5, 2009 at the Delhi Presbyterian Church, Delhi, LA with Reverend Paul Lipe and Dr. Lester Johnson officiating. Internment will follow in Faith Memorial Cemetery, Delhi, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. Kenny Sehon was born July 18, 1949 and passed away Monday, March 2, 2009 after a lengthy illness. Dr. Sehon was raised in the Presbyterian Faith and later in his life when he met his wife, Dawn he became a member of the Delhi First Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his mother-in-law, Betty Schoonover, grandmother-in-law, Jewel Merriweather; special friend, Tommy Bradley; paternal grandparents, Ellis W. Sehon, Velma Sehon, and Macey Sehon. Kenny graduated from Delhi High School, Louisiana Tech University and Louisiana State University Medical School Shreveport. He completed his Internship and Residency in surgery at LSU Medical Center in 1980 and was selected as the outstanding Resident Physician. He was certified by the American Board of Surgery and was a Fellow in the American College of Surgeons. Kenny served on various committees as well as published numerous articles and did several presentations. Dr. Sehon held many positions during his medical career including Chief of Staff Richardson Medical Center, Rayville, Board of Commissioners Richland Parish Hospitals, and Professor of Surgery LSU Medical Center Monroe. The family would like to thank all the physicians, nurses, and staff of the SICU - St. Francis Medical Center and Dr. David Rains, Dr. Robert Marshall and the Surgical Staff for their excellent care given to Kenny as well as the kindness and compassion shown to the family while he was in their care during his illness. We would also like to thank the Richardson Medical Surgical Staff for their years of dedication. Dr. Sehon was beloved by his patients and peers alike. He had no enemies and met no strangers. He was a Professor of Surgery for the last decade of his life. He was selected best intern and best resident during his years of training and he carried with him from LSU much more than an understanding of surgical judgment and technique. He had learned and taught rejection of the concept of self and promoted something far finer - a selflessness which links physicians with all of humanity. He thought of his peers in the surgical profession as cherished colleagues rather than competitors and adamantly obeyed the rule that all actions, all actions, at all time should be taken with regard to the best interest of the patient. He was a man who had eyes to see and more importantly a heart to understand, a man whose conscience was burdened because so many of his fellow men were burdened. Perhaps the words of another doctor, Dr. John Donne some three hundred years ago in reference to the philosophy of individual men such as Dr. Sehon is still true today. "Any mans death diminishes me because I am involved in mankind, and therefore never send to know for whom the bell tolls, for it tolls for thee". In this world of constant change, nothing which comes stays, but that which goes is really never lost. Those who are engaged in the most virtuous actions, or who are swayed by the purest motives, are those who never go out of fashion and are those who we would all do well to imitate. Dr. Sehon believed as surgeons and as citizens that we are in this life together. A passage from The Book of Ruth in the Torah of the Jews and in the Bible of the Christians may describe his loyalty to his fellow men best. "Where thou goest I will go, Whether thou lodgest I will lodge and thy people will be my people even, even until the end. Survivors include his wife of 25 years, Dawn Sehon of Monroe, LA; children, Jes Sehon of Ruston, LA and Jared Sehon of Monroe, LA; parents, Elizabeth and James Sehon, Sr. of Calhoun, LA; sisters, Sammie Gordon of Monroe, LA and Mary Sehon of Shreveport, LA; and a host of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Dr. Lester Johnson, Dr. David Thompson, Jimmy Whitman, Dan Dry, Mike Schoonover, Bryan Schoonover, Chet Boudreaux, and Les Johnson, Jr. Honorary Pallbearers are Jimmy Dale Greer, Red Gordon, Dr. Lee Bairnsfather, Dr. Frank Haglund, Dr. Larry Bundrick, Rodney Lofton, Dr. George Edwards, Rep. Charles R. "Bubba" Chaney, Dr. Bob Taylor, Doyle McEacharn, Ronnie Strain, and Ken Loftin. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the LSU Health Sciences Foundation, Administration Building, 1501 Kings Highway, P.O. Box 105, Shreveport, LA 71103 To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneral homes.com |0001133544-01-1.jpg

SANDRA POMEROY MCSHERRY-PIRES Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside services for Sandra Pomeroy McSherry-Pires will be held at 2:30 PM Saturday, March 7, 2009 at Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Calhoun, LA with Rev. Neil Everett officiating. Sandra was born December 5, 1957 in Riverhead, New York and died at home in Weymouth, MA on February 17, 2009 from complications resulting from an auto accident. Sandra grew up in Bastrop, LA and graduated high school at Prairie View Academy in Bastrop. She went on to live in Monroe for several years before moving to Massachusetts to make her permanent home. Sandra will always be remembered for her beautiful smile, love of laughter, and her deep love for family, friends, and all animals. She is preceded in death by her stillborn daughter and only child, Debra Michaela Pires; sister, Debra Pomeroy Ponn-DeMarco; former husband, Robert Morrison McSherry; and maternal grandparents, Olan Dean Tyler and Miriam Honey Johnston-Tyler. At an earlier time, Sandy had expressed her desire to be cremated and then returned to Louisiana together with the cremated remains of her daughter to be buried beside her grandparents, Olan and Miriam Tyler. The Cremation Society of Massachusetts performed the cremation on February 23, 2009 under the direction of Hamel, Wickens and Troupe Funeral Home both of Quincy, MA. Survivors include her husband, Lourival Pires of Weymouth, MA; mother, Maydra Johnston Pomeroy; father, Paul Allen Pomeroy; sister, Patricia Pomeroy Barnes and husband, Randy; three nieces, Lauren Ponn, Alexa DeMarco, and Emily Barnes; uncle, Duran Allen Johnston and wife, Linda; and cousins, Kelly Johnston Greenwood, and Allen Johnston. Visitation will be held from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM Saturday, March 7, 2009 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. The family wishes to thank the doctors and staff of South Shore Hospital in Weymouth, MA and Braintree Rehabilitation Hospital in Braintree, MA for their superb care and compassionate devotion to the recovery of our loved one; and also to Christopher Goulet, Director of the Hamel, Wickens and Troupe Funeral Home for his kind guidance and exceptional services. Memorial may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home and the Ouachita Parish Humane Society. Online Condolences/Registry/ www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Brenda Hood, 63
Brenda Hood of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

March 6, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

DR. HAROLD EDWARD WILLIAMSON Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, La. Graveside services for Dr. Harold Edward Williamson, 61, will take place at noon Saturday, March 7, 2009, at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, 451 North Hwy. 151 in Calhoun. Michi Head, pastor of McGuire United Methodist Church, will officiate. Dr. Williamson was born April 15, 1947, in Huntsville, Texas, and passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2009, in West Monroe, La., due to complications in his battle against cancer. Since 1981, Harold was a professor and department head of Criminal Justice at the University of Louisiana Monroe. He supported development of law enforcement personnel through his career, including serving as an instructor with the North Delta Regional Training Academy, and administrative positions with the Texas Department of Corrections where he began as a horseback guard in Huntsville. He served as a liaison officer in the U.S. Air Force and was honorably discharged in 1970. Harold enjoyed reading, fishing, collecting pipes and tobaccos, and spending time with his friends and family. Harold was preceded in death by his wife, Sharon Ann Clark Williamson; his son, Jason Eric Williamson; and his parents, Willie Elzora Peacock Williamson and Clifford Odell Williamson. Survivors include his son, Travis; daughter, Crystal Brakefield and husband, Troy; grandchildren, Kiera and Jacob Brakefield; and several close cousins. The family would like to thank their many friends and neighbors who have helped during this difficult time. They also ask that in lieu of flowers, those wishing to show their support to please make a donation to the Harold and Sharon Williamson Memorial Scholarship Fund at the University of Louisiana Monroe. Visitation will take place from 9:30 A. M. to 11:30 A.M. Saturday, March 7, 2009, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, 1321 North 7th St. in West Monroe. Online condolences may be made to the family at kilpatrickfuneralhomes .com Originally published March 06, 2009.

GEORGE C. EASTERLING Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mr. George C. Easterling, 85, of Ruston, LA. will be 2:00 PM Saturday, March 7, 2009 at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel with Rev. Bill Smith officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum. Mr. Easterling was born November 20, 1923 in Choudrant, LA and passed away on March 4, 2009 in Ruston, LA. He was a 32nd Degree Mason. Mr. Easterling served in the United States Navy during WWII aboard USS Osmus DE-701. He was a member of Choudrant United Methodist Church, Kappa Sigma Fraternity and "Copasetic" Bunch. Mr. Easterling is preceded in death by his parents George C. and Ollie Sims Easterling; sisters, Louise Roland and Laverne Rudd. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Colleen Parnell Easterling; brother, Dewitt Easterling and sister-in-law Barbara; brother-in-law, Morton Parnell; three stepchildren, Doug Banks, Buster LeJeune, Anne Fitzgerald and her husband Charles; a cherished grandson Charlie Fitzgerald and his wife Ansaley; numerous loving nieces and nephews. Honorary Pallbearers will be Jakie Williams, Jack Sanderson, John Lowery, Bo Boyd, Victor Hollis, Steve Moore, Eddie Parnell, and Derek Pesnell. Visitation will be from 12:00 PM until 2:00 PM Saturday, March 7, 2009 at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the loving staff of Ruston Nursing and Rehab and PHC Hospice Care of Ruston. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Choudrant United Methodist Church or the American Cancer Society. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com Originally published March 06, 2009.

LAWRENCE DAVID FLETCHER Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Lawrence David Fletcher, 67, will be held at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, March 7, 2009 at New Chapel Hill Baptist Church. Rev. Charles Dupree and Rev Don Fletcher will be officiating. Interment to follow at New Chapel Hill Cemetery, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Through broken hearts and tears of sorrow, we say goodbye to our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend. Heroes come from all walks of life it is true, and one quietly and honorably left this earth early Thursday morning. A true "hero" to all who were privileged to know and love David, his fierce and courageous battle with cancer came to an end as he took one last breath and kissed this world goodbye. He was born on Boeuf River in Amity Community near Rayville, LA. He was raised in West Monroe and Monroe, LA. He attended Ouachita High School and graduated in 1960. He worked as a manager for G.C. Murphy Company in Monroe and retired after 25 years of service. He was a member of Faith Baptist Church in Monroe and New Chapel Hill Baptist Church in West Monroe. He enjoyed the outdoors, hunting, fishing and country music. A true love of his was coaching girl's softball, for which he did many years of his life. To many he was known as "Coach Dave". Through out the years at Dixie Youth he touched so many lives with encouragement and guidance. This was a true passion of his, one that brought him much joy and happiness. He was also a huge LSU fan and you could hear him cheer "Go Tigers" all the way from his home in Mississippi. Despite his illness he lived life with zest and humor that often times brought comfort to those who were trying to comfort him. He quietly battled his disease with courage and strength with few complaints and always a smile on his face. Even during his darkest days he was never at a lost for a good joke or a comforting smile. He was passionate about his devotion to his family. David's beloved wife of 38 years, Linda was truly his one great love. The many years they spent together, the ups and the downs, the sickness and the health, truly gave him the strength to fight as much and as long as he did. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank Carey Fletcher and Minnie Mae Fletcher, two brothers, Randal Peter Fletcher and Thomas Fletcher. To cherish his memories are his loving and devoted wife, Linda Fletcher, daughter and son-in-law Kerri and Bubba Harrist, daughter and son-in-law Robyn and Brian Blaylock, daughter, Rhonda Carter, brother, Don Fletcher and wife Fannie, sister Linda Salsbury and husband Doug, sisters-in-law Maxine Fletcher and Irene Fletcher, brothers-in-law Lavell Dodd and wife Vickie, Rusty Dodd and wife Theresa and Duell Dodd, 6 grand children, Brooklynn & Bailey Harrist, Taylor Antley, Drew Blaylock, Amanda Carter and April Land, 2 great grandchildren and several nephews and nieces and other extended family and dear friends. The family would like thank their many friends, family, nurses and doctors for all of their help, love, support and prayers during this difficult time. "We have had the opportunity that few people get on this earth. God has blessed us to share space and time with a man He designed himself just for us. A man who was a loving husband, a precious father, a wonderful grandfather, uncle, brother, brother-in-law and friend. We all not only have been blessed but we have been divinely favored. Thank you God." "I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith. Henceforth, there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day; and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing." II Timothy 4: 7-8. Pallbearers will be Thomas Wilder, Jan Phillips, Theron Wyant, Chris Dodd, Bill Nevala and Keith Dodd. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. on Friday, March 6, 2009 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. On line condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

THOMAS WADE DARNELL, SR. Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA Funeral services for Thomas Wade Darnell, Sr., 78, of Decatur, Alabama, will be 10:30 AM, Saturday, March 7, 2009, at Brown-Holley Funeral Chapel in Rayville, LA. With Bro. Buddy Frost and Bro. Travis Arrant officiating. Burial will be in the Rayville Masonic Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday from 5:30 P.M. to 8:30 P.M. at the funeral home. Mr. Darnell was born July 2, 1930 in Simsboro, LA. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ed and Lucille Darnell, his first wife Frances Goforth Darnell, a brother, Lavell Darnell, a great-grandson, Elijah Bracey Haywood and a daughter in law, Janet Darnell. He is survived by his wife, Gail Darnell of Decatur, AL; daughters Sherry Hutto of Rayville, LA and Michele Darnell and her fiancé, Paul Barrett of Baton Rouge, LA; sons, Wade Darnell, Jr., Kenny Darnell and his wife, Sherry of Rayville, LA, and Keith Darnell and his wife, Darlene of Vidalia, LA; a stepdaughter, Susan Davis of Decatur, AL; nine grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and two step grandchildren. Brothers, Lewis Darnell of Biloxi, MS, W.T. Darnell of Sulphur, LA, and Charles Darnell of Rayville, LA; Sisters, Lujean Darnell of Rayville, LA and Betty Ann Davidson of Ruston, LA. Pallbearers will be David Faulks, Daniel Faulks, Max Darnell, Jerry Word, Perry Pee, and Larry Watson. Originally published March 06, 2009.

Brenda Hood, 63
Brenda Hood of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

March 7, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

BRENDA SUSAN MASON HOOD Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Brenda Susan Mason Hood, 63, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, March 8, 2009 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Bro. Jeff Luellen will officiate and will be assisted by Bro. Robin Roark. Interment will follow at Monroe Memorial Park, Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Brenda was born July 26, 1945 in Monroe, LA and passed away March 5, 2009 in West Monroe, LA surrounded by her loving and devoted family. A life-long member of Ridge Avenue Baptist Church, Brenda was actively involved in Woman's Missionary Union, Adult Choir, co-founded the English as a Second Language Ministry in 1994 and served as its Coordinator until 2008. She enjoyed traveling with family and friends and attending gospel music concerts. She retired from U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development after 31 years of service. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, George and Elsie Mason, Myrtle and Thomas McCullough, and Yeldon Tarver. She is survived by her son, Dewayne Hood (Breanna,) grandchildren; Reagan Hood, Caden Hood, Brooke Whitehead and Lacey Bush, parents; Ray and Irene Mason; sister, Janice Dumas (Larry); nephew, Todd Dumas ( Dianna); niece, Traci Dumas Payne (Dennis);great-nieces, Lauren and Avery Dumas; and special friend, Larry McGuffee, an aunt, Gladys Hodge and numerous cousins. Pallbearers will be Jared Smith, Butch Gilliam, Mel Shackelford, Henry Chriceol, Todd Dumas, and Bob Dumas. Visitation will be held Saturday, March 7, 2009 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the ESL program or the Annie Armstrong Missions Offering at RABC. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

HUEY P. WILLIS Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mr. Huey P. Willis, 79, of Calhoun, LA formerly of Oakdale, LA will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, March 8, 2009 at the Souls Harbor United Pentecostal Church in Calhoun, LA with Rev. Carroll Bushnell, Rev. H.B. Ward, Rev. Jimmy Masters and Donny Willis officiating. Interment will follow in the Aulds Chapel Church Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Willis was born on December 21, 1929 and passed away in Houston, TX on March 5, 2009 after a brief illness. He was a member of the Souls Harbor Pentecostal Church. Mr. Willis is preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Willis Sr; five brothers, two sisters, and one great grandchild. Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Betty Willis; five children, Sheila Billings and husband, Joe of Oakdale, LA, Sharon Garland and husband James of Calhoun, LA, Diane Tyler of Houston, TX and husband Terry of Oakdale, LA, Keith Willis and wife Kim of Lake Charles, LA, Kent Willis and wife Rhonda of Denham Springs, LA; ten grand children and twelve great grandchildren; two sisters, Lonie Ashmore and Bessie Mae Bohannon of Oakdale, LA. Pallbearers will be Dustin Willis, Donny Willis, Shane McDaniel, Gerald Nelson, Ray Willis and Byron Gary. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

J. BRYAN MCDUFFIE Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Funeral services for J. Bryan McDuffie, 81, of West Monroe will be held at 1:00 P.M. Sunday March 8, 2009 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Rev. George Wortham officiating. Graveside services will be held at 4:00 P.M. Sunday at Lake Village Cemetery in Lake Village, Arkansas. Mr. McDuffie died March 5, 2009 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. He was a member of the Highland Presbyterian Church in West Monroe. Mr. McDuffie retired from Graphic Packaging, and after retirement he opened McDuffie Enterprises Consulting and he was a farmer. He was a veteran of the United States Navy serving in WWII. Mr. McDuffie was very active in Boy Scouts Troop 11 sponsored by the Memorial Presbyterian Church. He received the Order of Arrow and the Silver Beaver through scouting. Survivors include his wife Billie Jean Spurlock McDuffie; children, J.B. McDuffie, Jr. and wife Suzanne, Jean McDuffie; grandchildren, J. Bryan McDuffie, III, Jennifer Barrett McDuffie; brothers, Dean McDuffie and wife Rosie, George McDuffie and wife Carol; sister, Connie Zintgraff; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Blythe McDuffie, Jack Dement, Richard Poole, Trevor Melnor, Dennis Rogers, and Barnett McDuffie. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Saturday March 7, 2009 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the Highland Presbyterian Church in West Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences:www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

JIMMY BRADLEY Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove, LA Funeral services for Mr. Jimmy Bradley, age 69, of Oak Grove, Louisiana will be held at 3:00 PM on Sunday, March 8, 2009 at First Baptist Church in Oak Grove. Reverend Carl Gulde will officiate. Burial will follow in the Oak Grove Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Oak Grove. Mr. Bradley died Thursday, March 5, 2009 at his residence. Jimmy was a native and lifelong resident of Oak Grove where he served at the First Baptist Church, Beulah Baptist Church, and Immanuel Christian Fellowship. Jimmy was a graduate of Oak Grove High School and a big fan of Oak Grove athletics. He wrote weekly articles for the West Carroll Gazette "Following The Tigers". He attended Northwestern Louisiana University where he played football and later attended Northeast Louisiana University. He was employed as Customer Service Manager of Ruffin Building Systems for 35 years. He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert Clifton Bradley and Ida Lavelle Watts Bradley; sisters, Doris Bassett and Margaret Jean McFarlin; brothers-in-law, Sartis Bassett, Sammy Jacobs, and Ben McFarlin. He is survived by his wife, Brenda Bradley of Oak Grove; son and daughter-in-law, Rodney Lowery and Gwen Gunter of Oak Grove; son and daughter-in-law, Josh and Emily Bradley of Oak Grove; daughter and son-in-law, Kandace and Mike Mote of Oak Grove; daughter and son-in-law, Courtney and Roger Bolding of Oak Grove; brother and sister-in-law, Willis and Norma Bradley of Strong, Arkansas; sister, Betty Jo Jacobs of Baton Rouge, Louisiana; sister and brother-in-law, Marilyn and Whitey Davis of Oak Grove; Brother-in-law, Johnny Johnson of Oak Grove and 9 grandchildren. Pallbearers are nephews. Family will receive friends between the hours of 5 to 8PM at Cox Funeral Home in Oak Grove. Memorials may be made to the Jimmy Bradley Memorial Athletic Fund for West Carroll Parish Schools, 6914 Highway 2, Oak Grove, LA 71263.

SAMUEL DOLPH FERRINGTON Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Samuel Dolph Ferrington, 76, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, March 8, 2009 at Feazel Chapel West Monroe, LA. Rev. Mark Fenn will be officiating. Interment will follow at Holly Grove Cemetery, Holly Grove, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Ferrington was born October 31, 1932 in Wisner, LA and passed away March 5, 2009 in West Monroe, LA. He was a member of First Baptist Church West Monroe, LA since 1957. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Joye Ferrington; son, Sam Ferrington Jr. and wife Sandra; daughter, Kim Booth and husband David; grandchildren; Samantha Sumpter, Joseph Battaglia, and Ashton Ferrington; great-grandchildren; Magi, Thomas, and Judge; brothers; Bob Ferrington and Ronnie Ferrington. Visitation will be held Saturday, March 8, 2009 from 5:30 PM until 7:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Shriners, Baptist Children's Home, First Baptist Church of West Monroe or St. Jude's Hospital. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

WILLIAM BENNIE CHAPMAN, JR. Farrar Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Funeral services for William Bennie Chapman Jr., age 60, of Rocky Branch, LA will be held at 2:30PM Sunday, March 8, 2009 at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church at Rocky Branch with Rev. Ryan Chapman, Rev. Aleck Nyegaard and Rev. Michael Howard officiating. Interment will follow in Rocky Branch Cemetery under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mr. Chapman was born on Oct. 22, 1948 and passed away Mar. 5, 2009 in West Monroe, LA. He worked at IMC and Angus in Sterlington until becoming disabled. Bennie enjoyed hunting and fishing and especially enjoyed his children and grandchildren. He was also a veteran of the Vietnam War. Mr. Chapman was preceded in death by his parents: W. B. "Dawkins" and Lucy M. Chapman and his daughter, Kelly Denise Chapman. Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Judy Chapman of Rocky Branch; one daughter, Amy Lea and husband Keith Young of Millbrook, AL; one son, Doug Bentley Chapman and wife Jessica of Rocky Branch; three grandchildren: Chelsea Chapman, Jacob Young and Daniel Young; two sisters: Shirley and husband J. C. Honeycutt and Bea Chapman, all of Rocky Branch. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews and a host of other relatives and friends. Serving as pallbearers will be: Paul Chapman, Dickie Chapman, Lucien Savage, Tony Williams, Bill Phillips, Steven Malone, Larry Seffens, Willie Pierre, Huey Tatum, Conrad Blanchard, James "Peanut" Wells, Johnny Dunn and Jimmy Chapman. Honorary pallbearers will be Durwood Waldrop, Charles Tullos, Jay Crain, Pat Bryan, Clyde Barkley and Herman Lujan. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM, Saturday, March 7, 2009 at Farrar Funeral Home in Farmerville and from 1:00 PM until service time on Sunday at the church. Online condolences may be sent to: www.farrarfh.com

Aaron Britton, 54
OAK GROVE — Aaron Britton, a retired state police officer, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

George Cheffin Jr., 75
George Cheffin Jr., of Monroe, a distribution supervisor, died Saturday. 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 Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

C.L. Hinton Jr., 67
C.L. Hinton Jr., of Monroe, a retired car salesman, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, U.S. 80 East, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road.

Annie Horton, 94
RAYVILLE — Annie Horton, formerly of Birmingham, Ala., a homemaker, died March 3. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe.

C.R. "Dick" Huston, 73
RUSTON — C.R. "Dick" Huston, a retired college professor, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Robert Pace, 81
Robert L. Pace, of Monroe, formerly of Bastrop, an offset press printer, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

John William Wilson, 58
COLUMBIA — John William Wilson died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service Wednesday at the funeral home.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Bearden, Pauline: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Boyter, Jacqueline: 10 a.m. Thursday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Britton, Sidney: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jerusalem Baptist Church, Calhoun.
Byrd, Samual Sr.: 11 a.m. Thursday, New St. James Baptist Church, Monroe.
Reeves, Mary Alice: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Evergreen Baptist Church, Bernice.
Watson, Sherry Root: 11 a.m. March 21, St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Monroe.
Wiltz, Rebecca M.: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Pleasant Grove Cemetery, Monroe.

March 8, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

EDITH GRIFFIN ROGERS Allison Funeral Home Kingsland, Georgia Memorial services for Edith Griffin Rogers, 78, of Kingsland, GA, (formerly of West Monroe, LA) were held on February 21, 2009 at the Central Baptist Church in St. Marys, Georgia. Mrs. Rogers died February 5, 2009 in Kingsland, GA. Survivors include her husband, Luther W. (Boots) Rogers of Kingsland, GA; children, Kay Higgins and husband Tim of Kingsland, GA, and Morris Lary, III and wife Lisa of Jacksonville, FL; grandchildren, Stacy Rone, Karen Reighney and husband Thomas and Michael Alford and wife Dianne; eight great grandchildren; sister, Lavern Rogers of Bossier City, LA; four step children; ten step grandchildren; one step great grandchild; two nephews and one niece.

SALLY B. FLETCHER Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Sally B. Fletcher, 70, of West Monroe, LA will be at 10:00 AM Monday, March 9, 2009 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA with Rev. Leverne Gardner officiating and interment to follow at New Light Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Mrs. Fletcher was born on July 19, 1938 in Huttig, Arkansas and passed away on March 6, 2009 in West Monroe, LA. She was a retired food service employee for Lakeshore Cafeteria. Mrs. Fletcher loved to fish and spend time with her family and her loving dog. She was preceded in death by her parents and 3 brothers. Mrs. Fletcher is survived by her daughters: Carmon Crenshaw and husband, Keith, Cheri Morris and husband, C. D., Rhoda Winstead and husband, Tom and Carol Hawkins; sons: Joey Fletcher and wife, Cyndi and Robert Fletcher and wife, Kim; 22 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Ronald Parker, Randy Armstrong, Jesse Reese, Jonathon Crenshaw, Daniel Goyne, and C. D. Morris. Visitation will be 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Sunday, March 8, 2009. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

Aaron Britton, 54
OAK GROVE — Aaron Britton, a retired state police officer, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

C.R. "Dick" Huston, 73
RUSTON — C.R. "Dick" Huston, a retired college professor, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

March 9, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

C. L. " LAVELLE" ADKINS Riser Funeral Home Columbia, La. Funeral services for C. L." Lavelle" Adkins age 81 of Grayson will be held 10:00 AM Tuesday March 10, 2009 from the Columbia chapel of Riser Funeral Home with Rev. Larry Adkins officiating. Burial will follow in the Old Union Cemetery at Grayson. Visitation will be on Monday March 9 from 4:00 PM to 8PM at the funeral home. Lavelle Adkins was born December 26, 1927 at Grayson, LA and passed from this life on Sat. March 7, 2009 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe. Lavelle owned and operated Adkins Logging for many years and was a lifelong resident of Caldwell Parish and had been active in community leadership throughout his life. He was a World War II Army Veteran. He was preceded in death by his wife Helen Adkins, three sons Terry, Charles Ray, and Kenneth. He was also preceded in death by his father and step mother: Chris and Ila Mae Adkins, and by two brother's Virgil Adkins and Billy Adkins. Survivors include: Daughter in law-Cherry Adkins of Grayson; six grandchildren, Jerry Adkins and wife Shondra of Grayson, Jessica Anderson and husband Shane of Pineville, Christy Adkins of Grayson, Mason Adkins of Grayson, Adelia Grayson and husband Hugh of Grayson, and Brooks Adkins and wife Jennifer of Bosco; and eleven great grand children: two sisters, Linda Shumaker and husband Jeff of Grayson, and Sheila Laffoon and husband Shannon of Clark; two Brothers, Gary Adkins and wife Grace of Columbia, and Larry Adkins and wife Cheryl of Grayson. Pallbearers will be Ricky Ray, David Key, David King, Joe Cubbitt, Craig McMullen, and Hugh Grayson. In lieu of flowers any planned memorials may be made to ones favorite charity. Online condolences may be sent at riserfuneralhomes.com.

March 10, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

C. L. HINTON, JR. Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. C. L. Hinton, Jr., 67, of Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday, March 11, 2009 at the Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel with Rev. Danny Hawthorne officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Hinton passed away Sunday, March 8, 2009 at his residence after a lengthy battle with emphysema. Mr. Hinton was a 1959 graduate of Ouachita Parish High School. In 1963, he received his degree in Sociology and a minor in Geology from Northeast Louisiana University. He spent his business career as a car salesman, where he loved working with his co-workers and customers and retired from Cooper Buick in 2001. He enjoyed his free time fishing and working in his rose garden and vegetable garden. Survivors include his wife, Carolyn C. Hinton; daughter, Kim Hinton Adams and husband Jerry; sons, William Randall Hinton and Aaron Wayne Hinton and fiancé Andrea; four grandchildren, Jordan Hinton, Zeke Adams, Jessie Roberson, and Holly Adams; great grandson, Blake Roberson; mother, Effie May Hinton; two sisters, Sylvia H. Wilhite and husband Lilburn and Elaine H. Boudreaux and husband Glenn; sister-in-law, DeLane Hollis and husband Benny; several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Jackie Norton, Jerry Adams, Dobie Mixon, Joe May, Glenn Boudreaux, and Ray Newman. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Tuesday, March 10, 2009 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The family would like to thank Dr. Thomas Williams and staff; Hospice Care of Louisiana; Travis, Sean, Leah, Vickie, Jessica, and Kendra for all their special care of Mr. Hinton. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

JOHN WILLIAM WILSON Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Memorial services for John William Wilson,58, of Columbia, LA will be held at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, March 11, 2009 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. J. J. was born August 8, 1950 in Monroe, La. and passed away March 7, 2009 in Columbia, LA. He is preceded in death by his father; Woodrow Wilson, mother; Princess Beatrice Dalton Wilson. He is survived by his son, John "John Boy" Wilson, brother; Melvin Wilson, sisters; Frances Lum and Janet Rushing, Survived by a loving aunt; Ollie Millien, uncle; Tommy Dalton. The "PRECIOUS UNCLE J.J." will be greatly missed by numerous nieces and nephews as well as many great nieces and nephews. Visitation on Wednesday, March 11, 2009 after 1:00 PM until service time at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

March 11 , 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

BOBBY JOE GIROD RISER FUNERAL HOME COLUMBIA, LA Services for Deputy Bobby Joe Girod, age 65 of Clarks will be 10:00 AM Wednesday, March 11, 2009 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Bro. Ed Smith and Bro. Chuck Stapleton officiating. Interment will follow at Welcome Home Cemetery in Grayson. Bobby Joe was born on November 29, 1943 in Columbia to the union of Alon Leon and Anna Belle Campbell Girod and passed from this life on Monday, March 9, 2009 at Citizens Medical Center in Columbia. Bobby Joe retired as a school bus driver after 23 years with the Caldwell Parish School system. For 19 years he served as the Town Marshall for Clarks. He has worked as a deputy for Caldwell Parish Sheriff's office for the last 22 years. He was preceded in death by his parents and his two brothers; Billy Ray Girod and James Leon Girod. Survivors include his wife of 43 years; Nell Patterson Girod, two sons; James Girod and wife, Heather of Columbia and Bryan Girod and wife, Kim of Holum, and six grandchildren; Justin Girod, Jessica Girod, Molly Girod, Traycer Girod, Breann Morgan and Abby Morgan. Pallbearers will be Jimmy Ray Girod, Tommy Steele, David Williams, Mike Fatheree, Tommy Ellerbee and Steely Smith. Honorary pallbearers will be the Caldwell Parish Sheriff's deputies. Online condolences may be made at www.riser funeralhomes.com.

CECIL B. MASON Fort Necessity, LA Mulhearn Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Funeral services for Cecil Mason with the Reverends Lillard Bevill, Rex Barker, and Howard Childs officiating will be on Wednesday, March 11 at 10:30 AM at Mulhearn's Funeral Home in Winnsboro, LA. Burial is in the historic Boeuf Prairie United Methodist Church cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Cecil Mason was a lifelong resident of Fort Necessity, LA; he died peacefully at his home on Monday, March 9 with his family and friends around him. Cecil was a humble man and a man of few words; when he spoke, everyone listened, for he had something to say. He enjoyed the outdoors and camping with his special friend Ricky Smith. In 1945, Cecil, eighteen years old, answered Uncle Sam's call by joining the Army Air Corps. After basic training, he was deployed to London, England where he contracted rheumatic fever and was quarantined for 9 months. His slow gait, which was a result of his heart condition, earned him the nickname of "Speedy" from his co-workers at the post office. In later years, the heart damage from the illness caused him to have to retire from the United States Postal Service after seventeen years of service. When he had to retire on a medical disability, he did not go home to rest; he immediately planned his garden which he shared with everyone in the community. He left fresh vegetables, watermelons and fresh peaches on the doorsteps of many people. His watermelon and peaches were the best in the community, and he took great pride in his produce. Preceding Cecil in death were his parents Heloise Volentine Mason and Robert B. Mason; two brothers John Stewart and Malcolm; a sister, Mildred Mason Goins. He is survived by his wife of forty-six years, Mary Jo Berry Mason; a daughter, Nona and her husband Daniel Mendez; one grandson Chris, who is a senior at Texas A&M; one brother, Kenneth Mason of Fort Necessity, LA; four nephews Ronnie and Gary Goins, Kenneth A. Mason and Malcolm Mike Mason and one niece, Mariann Hitt. Pallbearers are Jimbo Colvin, Ken A. Mason, Mike Bryan, Ricky Smith, Eddie Ray Bryan, and Jimmy Henderson. Honorary pallbearers are Charles Buie, Charles Winters, Joe Tarver, Faydette Moore, and Ray Bryan. The family would like to thank Dr. Charles Joyce and staff, Dr. Ronald Koepke and staff, Family Life Home Health, and TLC Hospice. Online condolences may be made at www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

EULA MAE REINNINGER PARKER Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Eula Mae Reinninger Parker, of Riverton, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday, March 12, 2009 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe with Rev. Lindle Stewart officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Parker was born on August 11, 1937 and passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2009. She was preceded in death by her son, William "Bo" Parker and granddaughter, Hannah Diane Luffey. Survivors include her husband of fifty-two years, William "Billy" Parker; sons, Billy Parker and wife Charlotte, Bobby Parker and wife Judy, Chuck Parker and wife Melissa, Terry Parker, and Gary Parker; daughters, Tammy Martin and husband Larry and Kathy Luffey and husband Isaac; twenty-one grandchildren; five great grandchildren; sisters, Earlene Bridges of Monroe, Laura Messenger of Natchez; brothers, Hardy Reinninger of Oklahoma and B.F. Reinninger of Monroe; numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be her grandsons, Johnathan Parker Coon, Caleb Luffey, Duke Luffey, Clint Martin, Lance Martin, Ryan Martin, Devin Parker, and Heath Parker; son-in-laws, Isaac Luffey, Jr. and Larry Martin. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Wednesday, March 11, 2009 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

GERALD A. ESTESS Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Gerald A. Estess, 83, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday, March 12, 2009 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Dr. Lionel Crowell and Rev. Calton Yeager officiating. Interment will follow in the Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA. Mr. Estess was born on May 30, 1925 and passed away at his residence on March 9, 2009. He was a member of the Ridge Avenue Baptist Church and was very active in Dixie Youth Baseball. Mr. Estess loved fishing and was an avid gardener. He is preceded in death by his wife of 57 years, Gertie H. Estess and his daughter, Brenda Kay Reed. Survivors include his spouse, Mary Priscilla Estess; children, Linda McCalmon and husband Bill of West Monroe, LA, Gerald Glenn Estess and wife Bonita of Ft. Worth, TX, and Ricky DeWayne Estess and wife Julia of Watkinsville, GA; step-children, Barry Gray, Cindy Hays and husband Mark, Kim Washington and husband Rick and Jason Gray and wife Amy; ten grandchildren; ten great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren; seven step grandchildren; sister, Marcille Hester and husband Ellis and brother, Marvin Cloyce Alger and wife Wanda. Pallbearers will be Rodney Reed, Lance Reed, Michael Brown, James Lee Brown, Bryan Estess, Joshua Hays, Ken Alger and David Keith Hasley. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to West Monroe Dixie Youth Baseball Program. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

GERTRUDE CRAWFORD Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA Funeral services for Gertrude Crawford, 89, of Rayville, LA will be held 10:00 AM, Thursday, March 12, 2009 at Brown-Holley Funeral Chapel, Rayville, LA with Bro. Rick Berry and Bro. Ray Johnston officiating. Internment will follow in Lone Cherry Cemetery, Mangham, LA. Gertrude Crawford was born March 8, 1920 in Brookhaven, MS and passed away Monday, March 9, 2009 in Rayville, LA. Mrs. Crawford was a member of the Full Gospel Pentecostal Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ray Crawford and stepchildren, Margie LaCroix and Wiley Crawford. Survivors include her 5 children, Betty Antley of Delhi, LA, Jerry Crawford and wife, Gwen of Rayville, LA, Joy Southern of Rayville, LA, Sadie Franks and husband, Heston of Baskin, LA, and Ivy Ray Crawford of Rayville, LA; and a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Pallbearers are Christopher Berry, Jeremy Berry, Clay Southern, Casey Dove, Rickey Johnston, and Scott Berry. Honorary Pallbearers will be Robert Harris and M.B. Thornton. Visitation will be 4:30 PM until 8:00 PM, Wednesday, at Brown-Holley Funeral Home. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholley funeralhomes.com

JACQUELINE BOYTER Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Jacqueline Boyter, 83, of Monroe, Louisiana will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, March 12, 2009 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe . Mrs. Boyter passed away Sunday, March 8, 2009. Jackie was raised in a military family. Her dad was in the U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard. The family was stationed at ports from Alaska, Florida, and the entire coast of California. Jackie attended seventeen different schools and even earned a scholarship to the University of Florida for Graphic Design. During WWII, she was employed by the 12th Naval District in her beloved home town of San Francisco, California. At the end of WWII, the family settled in Alexandria, Louisiana. Jackie had many skills and worked for the family business; Westside Services and was bookkeeping at several other businesses. It was when she was employed at Couch Motor Lines where she met her future husband, Roland Boyter. After the requisite courtship, Jackie and Roland married and set up homesteading in Monroe, Louisiana, where she became a fulltime homemaker and mother to James, Jon, and Joel. Jackie was active at all her son's schools and activities. She was a gifted artist and avid gardener who enjoyed sharing the fruits of her labor whether it was a "mess" of greens or a handmade pinecone Christmas wreath. She loved animals and always had various pets in her home. She loved to fish much to the delight of the stray cats at the houseboat, where the family owned property on the Ouachita River. The fun times at the houseboat are memories enjoyed by all that spent time up there. In her "golden" years, Jackie kept busy with other hobbies not so labor intensive. She learned to cook from her mother and mother-in-law, but developed her own style with recipes she remembered from her youth in the various cities she lived in during WWII. All three sons inherited her love of cooking and are carrying on her tradition. Jackie was a kind, generous, and loving person and we will miss her, but she lives on in our hearts. Survivors include her sons, James Hill Boyter and wife Rebecca, Jon Wesley Boyter, and Joel Greer Boyter; sister, Robbie L. Laborde of San Clemente, CA; brother, Ray V. Laborde of Ridgecrest, CA; grandchildren, Jacqueline Powell of Shreveport, LA, Justin Boyter of Shreveport, LA, Hillary Boyter of Champaign, IL, and Beaux Boyter of Champaign, IL; great granddaughter, Taylor Powell and Brittany Powell; many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be 9:00 AM until service time Thursday, March 12, 2009 at Mulhearn Funeral Home Chapel, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

JOSEPH E. LEVAC Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Memorial service for Mr. Joseph E. Levac, 70, of Calhoun, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday, March 11, 2009 at St. Paschal's Catholic Church with Father Adrian Fischer officiating. Interment will be held at a later date in the National Cemetery in Dallas, TX. Mr. Levac is a 21 year veteran of the United States Navy. He retired as a Chief Petty Officer and operated in the EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) unit and was a Navy Diver as well. He also received the Bronze Star for actions in Vietnam. He later worked for the U.S. Postal Office as a Letter Carrier for 12 years in Arlington, TX. Survivors include his wife, Roberta Levac; son, Robert Levac and wife Kris of Burnsville, MN; daughter, Michelle Herring and husband Paul of West Monroe, LA; grandchildren, Kyle and Brett Levac and Christopher, Hunter, and Hagen Herring; brothers, Roger and Mike; and sisters, Rollie, Georgette, Agathe, and Marie. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM Wednesday at St. Paschal's Catholic Church, West Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to USO (United Service Organizations). Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MR. ROBERT EDWARD "BOBBY" RABB Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside Services for Mr. Robert Edward "Bobby" Rabb, 57, of Downsville, LA will be held at 1:00 P.M. Thursday, March 12, 2009 in the Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel with Rev. Ron Lowe officiating. Interment will be in the Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Rabb was born on December 5, 1951 in Monroe, LA and lost his battle with Cancer at his brother's home with his family at his side on March 10, 2009. Bobby traveled all over with his pipeline job, where he was a heavy equipment operator. Mr. Rabb served in the United States Army. He was an avid fisherman and hunter and dearly loved all of his family and friends. He never met a stranger and would give you the last dime in his pocket or the shirt off his back. Bobby is preceded in death by his parents, J.W. Rabb, Sr. and Mildred Tidwell Rabb Tolbird; and his brother, Jim Rabb. Survivors include his three daughters, Angel Cowan and husband Shawn, Robyn Renee Mizell and husband Justin and Crystal Craig and husband Steven; four granddaughters, Ashlie Laren Cowan, Samantha Renee Craig, Catherine Elizabeth Craig and Breanna Diane Mizell. He is also survived by three sisters and two brothers, Fran Holloway and husband Roy, Mary Kimble and husband John Harly, Brenda Carr, Joe Rabb and wife Wanda and Richard Rabb; numerous nieces and nephews, aunt and uncle, Clara and Vincy Tidwell; several cousins and his best friends, Jeannie Parker and Suzan Troup. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA and from 12:00 PM until service time Thursday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Family would like to give special thanks to Angela Short and Glenda Lewis and the rest of the staff Southern Care Hospice. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MRS. HAZEL ELLINGTON KNOX Kilpatrick Funeral Homes West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Hazel Ellington Knox, 74, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, March 12, 2009 at Lapine Assembly of God Church, West Monroe, LA. Rev. Gene Cumpton and Sister Mildred Lenard will officiate. Interment will follow at Ansley Cemetery near Ruston, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Knox was born August 18, 1934 in Farmerville, LA and passed away March 10, 2009 in West Monroe, LA. She was a member of First Assembly of God North Hodge. Mrs. Knox was preceded in death by her husband, Bobby Ray Knox and a brother, Chester Ellington and her parents, David and Ida Ellington. Mrs. Knox is survived by 3 children; Donnie Knox and wife Kathy, Glenda Dodson, and Rebecca McVay and husband Freddie; 3 sisters, Avie Nell Murphy, Louise Bonnette, Betty Rigal and husband Jim; brother, Gene Ellington; 7 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Jody Sepulvado, Jeremy Cousins, Jonathan Bedgood, Randy Dodson, Ronnie Dodson and Brian Underwood. Honorary pallbearers will be Austin Dodson, Christian Dodson, Kayl Underwood, Reed Sepulvado and Harrison Cousins. Visitation will be held Wednesday, March 11, 2009 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the church. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

Aaron Britton, 54
OAK GROVE — Aaron Britton, a retired state police officer, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.dd xsbv

C.R. "Dick" Huston, 73
RUSTON — C.R. "Dick" Huston, a retired college professor, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

March 12, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

DORIS MAE HUGHES Golden Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Doris Mae Hughes, 82, of Farmerville, LA, formerly of Sterlington, are scheduled for 12:00 Noon Friday, March 13, 2009 at the Chapel of Golden Funeral Home with Mr. Randy Hart officiating. Interment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Golden Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Thursday at Golden Funeral Home. Mrs. Hughes, a former LPN at the Crossett Hospital in Crossett Arkansas, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2009 at Union General Hospital in Farmerville, LA. She was a dedicated housewife, mother and grandmother. She is survived by two sons, Vernon Hughes of Perryville, LA, Marty Hughes and wife Wanda of Farmerville, LA; brother, Estel Burchell of Crossett, AR; twin brother, Norris Burchell of Crossett, AR and four grandchildren, Hannah Fife and husband Heath, Rebekah Hughes, Micah Hughes and Brant Forwood. Mrs. Hughes is preceded in death by her husband, Calvin E. Hughes; parents, Mack and Maude Burchell and two sisters, Lonnie Mae Murphy and Ella Mae Murphy.

DR. CHARLES RICHARD "DICK" HUSTON Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA A celebration of the life of Dr. Charles Richard "Dick" Huston, age 73, of Ruston will be held at 2:00 PM Friday, March 13, in the Sanctuary of Trinity United Methodist Church in Ruston, LA, with Dr. Andy Hurst officiating. Visitation will be held following the celebration in the Trinity Fellowship Hall. Dick was born September 12, 1935 in Cincinnati, OH and entered into a well-deserved rest on Tuesday, March 10, 2009 after fighting a long and courageous battle against cardiomyopathy. His unyielding strength and perseverance in overcoming so very many hurdles along the way will remain a source of encouragement for his family and friends. Dick was the son of the late Glenn Maurice & Marjorie Chickedantz Huston. He grew up in Washington, IN, and graduated from Washington High School in 1953. Dick married his high school sweetheart, Norma Lou Snider, in 1954. He graduated magna cum laude with a degree in Economics from Wabash College in Crawfordsville, IN, where he was also a member of Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society. He then went on to earn Masters and Doctorate degrees in business from Indiana University in Bloomington, IN. Dick was a professor of marketing for 44 years. He retired from teaching in 2004 from Louisiana Tech University, where he had taught for 25 years. Dick turned his love for golf into a second career, serving as the Louisiana Tech golf coach for 10 years. He and his wife, Norma, have also owned the Hole-In-One Driving Range and Golf Shop since 1988, where he enjoyed giving lessons, repairing clubs and sharing his vast knowledge of his favorite sport. He also loved spending time fishing with Norma, their four daughters, and grandchildren. Dick was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church and a proud supporter of his alma maters, Wabash College and Indiana University. Dick leaves to cherish his memory his wife of 55 years, Norma Snider Huston of Ruston; four daughters Jan Douglas, and husband Gary of Germantown, TN; Cyndy Taylor, and husband Walker of Germantown, TN; Carrie Likley, and husband Steve of Memphis, TN; and Julie Graham, and husband Mark of Ruston; 11 grandchildren: Marnie Taylor Slattery, and husband Dr. Thomas Slattery; Paige, Carly & Kendall Taylor; Meredith & Elizabeth Douglas; Huston, Callie & Ellie Likley; Zoë & Mia Graham; one great-grandson, Walker Thomas Slattery; siblings, Tom Huston, Jon Huston, Jill Forbes, and husband David, all of Phoenix, AZ; sisters-in-law, Lorene Howerton of Ruston and Ruth McCracken of Evansville, IN; as well as many nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank Dr. George Smith, Dr. Benson Grigsby, Dr. Scott Wiggins, Shelley Mercer, Lori Davis and Christy Davis for their compassionate and faithful care during this long battle. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the Trinity United Methodist Church Building Fund. "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day - and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing." 2 Timothy 4:5-8

JOSEPH SALVADOR LASUZZO Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Joseph Salvador LaSuzzo, 77, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 1:00 PM Saturday, March 14, 2009, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe with Msgr. Edmund Moore officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. LaSuzzo passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2009, at St. Francis Medical Center. He was a member of Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, a lifetime member of Monroe Youth Baseball Association, a graduate of Neville High School, and attended Northeast Louisiana University. Mr. LaSuzzo retired as Captain from the National Guard after twenty years of service. Retired from the banking business, he was employed with Friendly Finance (who was like a family to him) at the time of his death. Joe's main topic when anyone was around was his family. They were his passion and life as well as his work. Joe will be deeply missed by his family. Mr. LaSuzzo was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Martha Scalia Lasuzzo. Survivors include his wife of fifty-one years, Faye LaSuzzo; two sons, Dennis Paul LaSuzzo and wife Wendy, and Ronald Joseph LaSuzzo and wife Cheryl of Monroe; three sisters, Marion Slavant, Josephine Miller, and Martha Snider; nine grandchildren, Lauren LaSuzzo, Tony LaSuzzo, Michelle LaSuzzo, Jordan LaSuzzo, Zach LaSuzzo, Kirby Buttitta, Christopher Buttitta, Nicholas Buttitta, and Kam Buttitta; James Scalia, who was like a brother to him; and a number of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be nephews, Charles Miller, Clifford Miller, Kenneth Miller, Keith Miller, Bill McKinney, and Merwin McKinney. Honorary pallbearers will be James Scalia, III, Bill Loftin, Jim Loftin, Robert Loftin, and Steve Powell. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM and a Vigil Wake Service at 6:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to St. Frederick Athletic Department or to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Special Thanks from the LaSuzzo family to St. Francis Medical Center, ER, MICU, and the many doctors and nurses who gave their professional care during Mr. LaSuzzo's illness. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

ROBERT L. PACE, SR. Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Robert L. Pace, Sr., 81, of Monroe, LA formerly a lifelong resident of Bastrop, LA, will be held at 3:30 PM Thursday, March 12, 2009, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe with Dr. Whit Holmes officiating. Interment will follow at Christ Church Cemetery in Bastrop, LA. Mr. Pace passed away Tuesday, March 10, 2009, at his home after a brief illness. He was born in Mer Rouge, LA in the Bonne Idee community. Mr. Pace retired in 1990 after a lifelong career in the printing business. He enjoyed golf in his retirement. Mr. Pace was preceded in death by his parents, Jesse James and Gladys Naff Pace; and brothers and sisters, Jesse James Pace, Jr., Emory Pace, Clyde Grogan, Mildred Nixon, Alice Arant, Camille East, Pete Grogan, and Joyce Clack. Survivors include his children, Sharon Roeder and husband Mike of Sevierville, TN, Joni Snead of Monroe, LA, Robert Pace, Jr. of Houston, TX, and Bryan Pace of Monroe, LA; grandchildren, Zack, Pace, Amanda, Molly, Madelyn, Bethany, Jonathan, and Benjamin; brother, John Henry Pace of Bastrop, LA; and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Thursday from 2:00 PM until service time at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Mary Adams, 90
GRAMBLING — Mary Adams, a library clerk, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Mount Zion Baptist Church. Visitat ion is Friday prior to service at the church rals by McFarland, Monroe.

Virginia Cox, 41
TALLULAH — Virginia Cox died March 4. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at First Missionary Baptist Church, Fort Worth, Texas. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Thursday at New Hope Deliverance Church, Tallulah. Burial will be in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Arlington, Texas, under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Gertrude Crawford, 89
RAYVILLE — Gertrude Crawford, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Lone Cherry Cemetery, Mangham.

Ruth Cummings, 84
Ruth Cummings, of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Piney Grove Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in J.S. Clark Cemetery, Monroe.

Gerald A. Estess, 83
Gerald A. Estess of West Monroe, a retired machinist, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. Thursday until service time. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Calhoun.

Edna Lee Fields, 53
RUSTON — Edna Lee Fields, a cook, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Zion Traveler Baptist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 6:15-7:15 p.m. Friday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston.

Lovie Fraction, 79
BASTROP — Lovie Fraction, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery.

Mary E. Green, 93
DELHI — Mary E. Green, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Delhi. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Delhi. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

John Billy Hanchey, 90
RAYVILLE — John Billy Hanchey, a salesman, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

William F. Jefferson Jr., 54
William F. Jefferson Jr., of Monroe, a cook, died Friday. Memorial services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Hester Central State Funeral Home.

Hazel Ellington Knox, 74
Hazel Ellington Knox, of West Monroe, a retail sales shipping clerk, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Lapine Assembly of God Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Ansley Cemetery, near Ruston, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Joseph Lee, 56
BASTROP — Joseph Lee, a farmer, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Second Baptist Incorporated. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home. Burial will be in Red Hill Cemetery, Mer Rouge.

Larry Gene Oby Jr., 33
DALLAS — Larry Gene Oby Jr., a civil engineer, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at New Morning Star Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 9-10:30 a.m. Saturday at the church. Burial will be in New Zion Cemetery, Sondheimer, under the direction of Sandra Clark Funeral Home, Dallas, and Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence.

Eula Renninger Parker, 71
RIVERTON — Eula Mae Renninger Parker, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Robert "Bobby" Rabb, 57
Robert Edward "Bobby" Rabb, of West Monroe, a pipeline heavy equipment operator, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery Mausoleum, Monroe. Visitation is noon until service time Thursday at the mausoleum. Burial will be in the mausoleum cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Estelle Randall, 61
Estelle Randall, of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Liberty Hill Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Marion Baptist Church Cemetery, Marion, under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Jimmie Vernell Rowland, 53
Jimmie Vernell Rowland, of Monroe, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Arthur Thomas, 81
CLAYTON — Arthur Thomas, a farmer, died Wednesday. Services are 11:30 a.m. Saturday at Oakwood Baptist Church, Waterproof. Visitation is 10 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Burks Cemetery, Waterproof, under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

G. Grant Walters, 57
FORT SMITH, Ark. — G. Grant Walters, formerly of Rayville, a salesperson, died Monday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 4:30-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Lynn Cemetery, Archibald.

Holen Lee Welch, 76
HOMER — Holen Lee Welch, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Friendship CME Church, Lisbon. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at King's Funeral Home, Homer. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Louella Crawford Williams, 76
Louella B. Crawford Williams, of Monroe, a retired nurse, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Boyter, Jacqueline: 10 a.m. Thursday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Cheffin Jr., George: 11 a.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Horton, Annie: 10 a.m. Thursday, Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.
Watson, Sherry Root: 11 a.m. March 21, St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Monroe

March 13, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

JOHN BILLY HANCHEY Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Funeral services for Mr. John Billy Hanchey, age 90 of Rayville, LA will be held 2:00 PM Friday, March 13, 2009 from the chapel of Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Rev. Ted Freeland and Rev. Howard Childs officiating. Interment will follow in Columbia Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be on Friday from 1:00 PM until time of service. Mr. Hanchey was born on January 26, 1919 at Kelly, LA to the union of John Hardy and Zelma Neathery Hanchey and departed this life on March 10, 2009 at his residence. He was an active member of the First United Methodist Church in Rayville for 60 years. In 1944 he was called to serve in the U S Navy and was stationed in the South pacific for 5 years. After he was discharged he went into sales and remained there until his retirement. Survivors include his wife of 68 years: Josephine Meredith Hanchey of Rayville, one daughter: Meredith Mechele Beevers of Rayville, one Grandson: Tyler Mark Beevers and his wife: Donna Mechelle Beevers, two great-grandchildren: Christian Tyler Beevers and Shelby Karoline Beevers all of Brentwood, TN, one sister: Mary Ouida Carter of West Monroe, two nieces: Dianne Carter Mears of Downsville and Judith Carter McIntosh of West Monroe and one sister-in-law: Pauline Meredith Patton of Columbia. Pallbearers include Tyler Beevers, Richard Meredith, Jackie Fuller, Scott Meredith, Bob Meredith, Mark Meredith, Harvey Patton, and Meredith Patton. Honorary pallbearers will be all members of Something More Sunday School Class. Online condolences may be sent at riserfuneralhomes.com Originally published March 13, 2009.

MARY JO "GEGE" CARLTON Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Jo Carlton, 79, of Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, March 14, 2009 at Lakeshore Baptist Church, Monroe, LA with Rev. Warren Eckhardt officiating and interment to follow at Monroe Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. "GeGe" was born on February 28, 1930 in Birmingham, AL and passed away on March 11, 2009 in Monroe, LA. She was a member of Lakeshore Baptist Church since 1956 and a member of Faith Sunday School Class. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 48 years, B. J. Carlton; her mother, Goldie Bowden; sister, Geraldine Kinnett; granddaughter, Karen Leigh Ann Carlton and great grandson, Ethan Thomas Cook. She is survived by her daughter, Sandy Tucker and husband, Tommy of Prairieville, LA; son, David Carlton and wife Caryn of Holden, LA; daughter, Jo Alice Olin and husband, Bill of Monroe, LA; grandchildren, Kristi and Jimmy Delaune and Kim and Smokey Cook, all of Prairieville, LA, Matt and Carrie Tucker of Baton Rouge, LA, Ben and Michelle Carlton of Walker, LA, Amanda and Brett McMurry of Monroe, LA, Cassie and Kevin Berthelot of Greenwell Springs, LA, Angela, Andrew and Aaron Carlton of Holden, LA; great-grandchildren, Connor Cook, MacKenzie, Jacob and Taylor Delaune, all of Prairieville, LA, Joshua Tucker of Baton Rouge, Cooper Carlton of Walker, LA, and Decatur and Ana Gail McMurry of Monroe, LA. Pallbearers will be Matt Tucker, Jimmy Delaune, Smokey Cook, Ben Carlton, Kevin Berthelot, and Brett McMurry. Honorary pallbearers will be Barney Tucker, Scotty Barnes, Gene Ford, Lynn Fant, Hugh Vick, and O. D. Korn. SPECIAL THANKS TO: Deepest gratitude to Dr. Daniel Eugene Hutton and his staff for 42 years of loving care and the St. Francis Emergency Room staff for their professionalism and compassion. Visitation will be 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Friday, March 13, 2009 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe and from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM Saturday, March 14, 2009 at Lakeshore Baptist Church. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com.

Paul Abercrombie, 52
FARMERVILLE — Paul Abercrombie died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

William L. Austin, 83
MANGHAM — William L. Austin, a retired sales clerk, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Laura L. Aymond, 38
WISNER — Laura L. Aymond, a school bus driver, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in South Central Cemetery, Wisner.

Nettie Faye Bass, 51
WINNSBORO — Nettie Faye Bass, a seamstress, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at First Zion Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Cuba Cemetery, Gilbert.

Augusta Bennett, 75
LAKE PROVIDENCE — Augusta Bennett, a laborer, died March 3. 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 Lonestar Cemetery.

Betty Jean Brown, 61
Betty Jean Brown, of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Bethel Church of God in Christ, Monroe. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at Power House Church of God in Christ, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Edward Brown Sr., 73
TALLULAH — Edward Brown Sr. died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Alfredia Lee Collins, 61
NEWELLTON — Alfredia Lee Collins, a farmer, died Saturday. Services are noon Saturday at St. Luke Baptist Church, Newellton. Visitation is 11 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Ruth Cummings, 84
Ruth Cummings, of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Piney Grove Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in J.S. Clark Cemetery, Monroe.

Roy B. Gates, 92
Roy B. Gates, of West Monroe, retired general manager of United Gas, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Cora Goodwin, 103
ARCADIA — Cora Goodwin died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Emmanuel Baptist Church, Athens. Burial will be in Hurricane Cemetery, Athens, under the direction of Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Arcadia.

C.R. "Dick" Huston, 73
RUSTON — C.R. "Dick" Huston, a retired college professor, died Tuesday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Friday at Trinity United Methodist Church. Visitation is Friday following services at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Joseph Salvador LaSuzzo, 77
Joseph Salvador LaSuzzo, of Monroe, a loan officer, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday with vigil wake at 6 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Nettie Green Napper, 97
RUSTON — Nettie Mae Green Napper, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Fellowship Baptist Church, Dubach. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Tony Plater, 54
WISNER — Tony Plater, a farmer, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mathis Cemetery, Extension.

Clarence H. Price Jr., 75
Clarence H. Price Jr., of West Monroe, retired supervisor at Graphic Packaging International, formerly Riverwood International Paper, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Estelle Randell, 61
Estelle Randell, of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Liberty Hill Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Marion Baptist Church Cemetery, Marion, under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Roger "Steve" Riggin, 58
Roger Stephen "Steve" Riggin, of West Monroe, retired robotics engineer for General Motors, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Jimmie "Jennie" Rowland, 53
Jimmie "Jennie" Vernell Rowland, of Monroe, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. James Baptist Church, Sterlington. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Monday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Mozell Smith, 82
BOSSIER CITY — Mozell Smith, formerly of Richwood, a plumber, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at St. James Baptist Church No. 2, Richwood. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Adams, Mary: 11 a.m. Friday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Grambling.
Britton, Aaron: 11 a.m. Saturday, Macedonia Baptist Church, Monroe.
Calhoun, Willie Catron: 2 p.m. Friday, First United Methodist Church, Oak Grove.
Canfield, Shellie: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. James Baptist Church, Sterlington.
Cheffin Jr., George: 11 a.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Cox, Virginia: 1 p.m. Saturday, First Missionary Baptist Church, Fort Worth, Tex.
Fields, Edna Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, Zion Traveler Baptist Church, Ruston.
Fraction, Lovie: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Joseph Catholic Church, Bastrop.
Green, Mary E.: 2 p.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Delhi.
Lee, Joseph: 1 p.m. Saturday, Second Baptist Incorporated, Bastrop.
Oby Jr., Larry Gene: 11 a.m. Saturday, New Morning Star Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Thomas, Arthur: 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Oakwood Baptist Church, Waterproof.
Walters, G. Grant: 3 p.m. Saturday, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.
Watson, Sherry Root: 11 a.m. March 21, St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Monroe.
Welch, Holen Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, Friendship CME Church, Lisbon.
Williams, Louella B. Crawford: 1 p.m. Friday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

March 14, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ROGER STEPHEN "STEVE" RIGGIN ROGER STEPHEN "STEVE" RIGGIN Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Roger Stephen "Steve" Riggin, 58, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, with Rev. Bo Horne of Asbury Methodist Church officiating. Interment will follow at the Mulhearn Memorial Park. Mr. Riggin was veteran of the United States Army and retired from GM. He was a past Master of Walker George and Dalley Masonic Lodges. Steve enjoyed trips to the fishing camp over the past several years with his son, Anthony. He is preceded in death by his father, Burton T. Riggin. He is survived by his mother, Gloria Beryl Hatten Riggin; son, Anthony Riggin of Monroe, LA; two daughters, Stephanie Beryl Rooney and husband, Brian of North Carolina, and Wendy Michelle Ballesteros and husband, Xavier of California; step daughter, Alfie Smith and husband, Richard of Monroe, LA; brother, Ronnie Riggin and wife, Pam of Monroe, LA; sister, Gloria Riggin White of Tulsa, OK; and six grandchildren. Pallbearers will be T.J. Holman, Wayne Hammons, Brad Riggin, Joey Riggin, Jimmy Taylor, and Floyd Allen. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Saturday, March 14, 2009 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Obituaries CLARENCE H. PRICE, JR. CLARENCE H. PRICE, JR. Sonny Boy "Pappy" Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA A Celebration of the life of Mr. Clarence H Price, Jr., 75, of West Monroe will be held at 4:00 PM Sunday, March 15, 2009 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Rev. Waymon Warren officiating. Interment will follow at Clark Springs Baptist Church Cemetery. Clarence was born on November 19, 1933 and went home to be with the Lord on March 12, 2009. He was a long time member of Fair Park Baptist Church, where he enjoyed singing in the choir and being a part of the Men's Sunday School Class. Clarence was a veteran of the United States Navy. He retired from (Brown) Riverwood Paper Mill, where he worked for 43 years. In his early years, Clarence loved fishing and hunting. He was an avid West Monroe Rebel Fan and enjoyed tailgating with his best buddies. But he devoted his entire life to his beloved wife of 54 years, his children and his precious grandchildren. Clarence was a tower of strength, a care-giver, a conscientious worker, devoted friend and a loving father and grandfather who honored God, family and his country. He is preceded in death by his parents, Clarence H. Price Sr. "Red" and Juanita Price and by his mother and father-in-law, Lawrence and Vernie Clark. Clarence leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Vernie Jean Price; two children, Randy Price and wife Lana and Leslie Purcell; two grandchildren, Shandi Conville and Dalton Purcell; two sisters, Betty Scharf and husband Ray and Debbie Plummer; brother, Maurice Price and wife Frances and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Randy Price, Garland Meredith, Jeff Jordan, Bobby Lemoine, Michael Plummer, Al Hamby, Ken Brooks and Mark Brooks. Honorary Pallbearers will be Maurice Price, Ray Scharf, Ronnie LaBorde, Danny Bennett, Ben Brooks, Herb Peterson, John Jowers, Bill Tucker, R.B. Pepper "Pepper", The Encouragers - Clarence's Sunday School Class at Fair Park Baptist Church and Sonny's Soldiers. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Heart Association. Uncle Clarence will always be a special memory for his nieces and nephews. His sisters-in-law looked up to him and loved him as a brother. He will be sorely missed! Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

ROY B. GATES Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Roy B. Gates, 92, of Monroe, will be held at 11:00 AM Monday, March 16, 2009, at St. Paul's United Methodist Church with Rev. J. Roddy Taylor officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. ROY B. GATES, World Traveler, Avid Outdoorsman, Southern Gentleman , passed away March 11, 2009. He was born in Pollock, Louisiana, December 28, 1916, to William R. and Mabel Gates. The family , including his brothers, Billy B. Gates and Glen Gates, moved to West Monroe where Roy attended school and graduated from Ouachita Parish High School in 1935. He worked with the CCC, completing various projects, including the dam at Lake D'Arbonne, while he attended classes at Louisiana Tech. A call to serve his country led to his enlisting in the Army Air Corp, Oct. 8, 1942. He brought the first group of recruited Air Corps Specialists to Selman Field on Oct. 14, 1942. Assignments and stations include: 96th NTS, instrument specialist; Flux Gate Compass Pioneer Instrument School, Philadelphia, PA; McClellan Field, CA; 3rd AF, McDill Field, Florida. The demobilization after the war led to his Honorable Discharge from the service; but he forever loved his country and admired the men and women who have defended it. At the start of WWII, he met Blanche Burpo on New Year's Eve, 1941 and they married seventeen days later on January 17, 1941. After 53 years together, Blanche passed away November 19, 1994. After the war, he went to work with United Gas. Retired April 26, 1972, as District Manager. He was then employed as Manager of the Gas Department of Monroe Utilities. He retired as General Manager of the Monroe Utilities Commission October 31, 1978. He was employed as District Representative of Monroe System for Louisiana Gas and then retired December 31, 1982. Since retirement, he has traveled extensively, visiting every continent in the world at least once. He has been to Australia, New Zealand, and to most of the countries in Europe, and in Asia. He went to Antarctica on a German Research Vessel enjoying the majesty of the icebergs and walking among penguins. His most recent trip to Africa at age 90 included a photographic safari and a hot-air balloon ride over the Serengeti. He always marveled at the diversity of God's creation on the planet; but was always quick to say how very blessed we are in the USA!! He has had a lifetime of giving to the community through his activities in many civic organizations. He has been a member of the Lions Club for over 50 years and has held many offices and served wherever the need arose. He has been a member of the Grand Lodge of the Masons since 1946. He was a charter member of the Barak Shrine Temple and has participated in their efforts to help crippled children. For many years, he was the past director of the Royal Order of the Jesters. He has served in leadership positions in the Selman Field Historical Society, working to reunite veterans who trained at Selman Field to serve our country as navigators. Even at the advanced age of 92, he has served this year on the board of the Friends of Chennault Aviation and Military Museum. His awards and expressions of appreciation are numerous and include Monroe Mayor Ralph Troy awarding him the Pacesetter Award in 1976, and Secretary of State, Fox McKeithen proclaiming April 29, 2005, as Roy Gates Day for the state of Louisiana. His gift of laughter and his spirit of joy drew many friends to him and made the world a brighter place. He shared his wisdom, his love and his passion about the wonder of God's creation here on earth with his family. The many memories of a well-shared life will be treasured by his daughter, Peggy Corvin her husband Stan; his brother Billy B. Gates; his grandson Mack Marsh, Jr. and his sons, Hank and Robert; his granddaughter, Karen Wittbrodt, her husband Todd and their daughters, Meagan and Macy; his grandson Kevin Marsh, his wife Tammy and their children Emma and Kevin, Jr. Pallbearers will be John Dugger, James Fuller, Don Hereford, Johnny "Bo" Mitchell, Billy Laird, Bill Lensing, Michael Allen, and Todd Wittbrodt. Honorary Pallbearers are Otto Nash, W. B. Hatten, and Pete Aswell. Visitation will be Sunday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, and Monday from 10:00 AM until service time at St. Paul's United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to St. Paul's United Methodist Church where he has been a member since 1957, or to the Chennault Aviation and Military Museum. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

WILLIAM LESLIE "BILL" AUSTIN MULHEARN FUNERAL HOME WINNSBORO, LA Mr. William Leslie "Bill" Austin, 83 of Mangham, LA passed away on Thursday, March 12, 2009 at Richardson Medical Center in Rayville, LA. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Virginia King Austin of Mangham, LA, his seven children and their spouses, Michael Austin and wife Patricia of Baton Rouge, LA; daughter Judy Austin Jumonville and her husband Gabe of Baton Rouge, LA; Gail Austin Lyon and her husband Dr. Robert Lyon of Bastrop, LA; Brenda Austin Torsrud and her husband Jeff of Rayville, LA; Shirley Austin McDonald and her husband Randall of West Monroe, LA; Ron Austin and his wife Marsha of Atlanta, GA; Renee' Austin Crawford and her husband Scott of Rayville, LA; 10 grandchildren; Rebecca Reed, Rachel Austin, Matthew Lyon, Jason Lyon, Corey Austin, Janna Austin, Amelia Hutson, Annamaria Hutson, Austin Crawford and Avery Crawford; and 8 great grandchildren; Luke Reed, Jake Reed, Amanda Goodson, Austin Goodson, Cooper Lyon, A.J. Brewer, Chandler Brewer and Dakota Brewer He is also survived by his brothers Malcolm Austin and Harold Austin, sisters; Louise DeVille, Elaine Bernard and Pat Mercer. He was preceded in death by his parents; Ernest and Eula Austin, brother; Tim Austin, sisters; Lettie Aswell, Eugenia Harris, and Mary Haynes. Visitation will be at Mulhearn Funeral Home in Winnsboro, LA on Saturday, March 14, 2009 from 12 noon till time of service at 2:00 PM conducted by Dr. Ernest Winburn. Burial will follow in Lone Cherry Baptist Church Cemetery, Mangham, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro, LA. Pallbearers will be grandsons; Corey Austin, Matthew Lyon, Jason Lyon, Jason Reed, Austin Crawford and nephews; Robert Dye, Andy Dye, and Randy Dye. He loved gardening, cooking for his family, and spending time with family. He also enjoyed being a ham radio operator and is known by friends as K5QBE. The family wishes to thank Dr. Robert Lyon, the staff of Morehouse General Hospital, Dr. Robert Ewing, Dr. Julius Makanjoula, and the staff of Louisiana Health Care Extended Care of West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be made at www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Paul Abercrombie, 52
BERNICE — Paul Abercrombie, retired from the Louisiana Department of Wildlife & Fisheries, died Thursday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Evergreen Baptist Church. Bernice. Arrangements are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Pocahontas Austin, 80
WINNSBORO — Pocahontas Austin, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

William 'Bill' Austin, 83
MANGHAM — William Leslie "Bill" Austin, a retired sales clerk, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Lone Cherry Baptist Church Cemetery, near Mangham.

Lonzo Lelvin Burgess, 82
Lonzo Lelvin Burgess of Monroe, a retired shop foreman for Century Ready-Mix, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Mary Jo 'GeGe' Carlton, 79
Mary Jo "GeGe" Carlton of Monroe, a retired executive housekeeper for Holiday Inn, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Lakeshore Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Bill Carr, 67
BASTROP — Bill Carr, a retired farmer, died Friday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Sunday at Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop. Visitation is 9-10:30 a.m. Sunday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Minnie Mae Ferguson, 72
RUSTON — Minnie Mae Ferguson, a homemaker, died Friday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Monday at Greenwood Cemetery, Ruston. Visitation is 2-5 p.m. Sunday at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Forest Lee Harlan, 73
BASTROP — Forest Lee Harlan, a retired painter, died Friday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Christ Church Cemetery, Bastrop. Visitation is 1-1:45 p.m. Sunday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

David James, 81
RUSTON — David James, a laborer, died Thursday. The funeral is at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Miracle Temple, Ruston. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Monday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial is in Grambling Memorial Gardens.

Martiel Pierce Lee, 86
NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas — Martiel Pierce Lee, formerly of Monroe, a retired registered nurse, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 2-5 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Sharon Lipsey, 47
MONTEREY — Sharon Lipsey, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Sebron R. Sowell, 76
MARION — Sebron R. Sowell, a retired truck driver, died Friday. Graveside services are 2:30 p.m. Monday at Riverview Cemetery, Monroe. Visitation is noon until 2 p.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Avice A. Varnell, 79
COLUMBIA — Avice Ainsworth Varnell, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Clarks United Pentecostal Church. Visitation is 9 a.m. Saturday until service time. Burial will be in Lowe Cemetery, Kelly.

Jeanie K. Wiley, 51
JONESBORO — Jeanie Horton Knighten Wiley, a nurse's aide, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at First Assembly of North Hodge. Visitation is 3-9 p.m. Saturday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Fellowship Cemetery, Quitman.

Velma A. Williams, 82
TALLULAH — Velma A. Williams, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Acts Tabernacle Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 7-9 p.m. Saturday at the church. Burial will be in Harris Cemetery, Crowville, under the direction of Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Aymond, Laura L.: 2 p.m. Saturday, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Bass, Nettie Faye: 1 p.m. Saturday, First Zion Baptist Church, Winnsboro.
Bennett, Augusta: 11 a.m. Saturday, Northstar Baptist Church, Lake Providence.
Britton, Aaron: 11 a.m. Saturday, Macedonia Baptist Church, Monroe.
Brown, Betty Jean: 2 p.m. Saturday, Bethel Church of God in Christ, Monroe.
Canfield, Shellie: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. James Baptist Church, Sterlington.
Cheffin Jr., George: 11 a.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.
Collins, Alfredia Lee: noon Saturday, St. Luke Baptist Church, Newellton.
Cox, Virginia: 1 p.m. Saturday, First Missionary Baptist Church, Fort Worth, Texas.
Cummings, Ruth: 11 a.m. Saturday, Piney Grove Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Fields, Edna Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, Zion Traveler Baptist Church, Ruston.
Fraction, Lovie: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Joseph Catholic Church, Bastrop.
Goodwin, Cora: 2 p.m. Saturday, Emmanuel Baptist Church, Athens.
Green, Mary E.: 2 p.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Delhi.
LaSuzzo, Joseph Salvador: 1 p.m. Saturday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Lee, Joseph: 1 p.m. Saturday, Second Baptist Incorporated, Bastrop.
Napper, Nettie Mae Green: 2 p.m. Saturday, Fellowship Baptist Church, Dubach.
Oby Jr., Larry Gene: 11 a.m. Saturday, New Morning Star Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Plater, Tony: 11 a.m. Saturday, Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.
Randell, Estelle: 1 p.m. Saturday, Liberty Hill Baptist Church, Monroe.
Rowland, Jimmie "Jennie" Vernell: 11 a.m. Tuesday, St. James Baptist Church, Sterlington.
Smith, Mozell: 2 p.m. Saturday, St. James Baptist Church No. 2, Richwood.
Thomas, Arthur: 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Oakwood Baptist Church, Waterproof.
Walters, G. Grant: 3 p.m. Saturday, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.
Watson, Sherry Root: 11 a.m. March 21, St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Monroe.
Welch, Holen Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, Friendship CME Church, Lisbon.

March 15 , 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

EDITH G. ROACH Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Edith G. Roach, 94, of Monroe, will be at 1:00 PM on Monday, March 16th, 2009, in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, 1200 Lamy Lane, with Rev. Lindle Stewart officiating. Interment will follow in the Weldon Cemetery in Bernice under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Born January 3rd, 1915 in Summerfield, LA, she was the daughter of the late Larkin and Eolian Mitchum Green. She passed away Saturday, March 14th, 2009, in West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Roach grew up in Summerfield and graduated from Summerfield High School. She married Alvis Roach on July 31st, 1935. During their years together, they lived in Bethany, LA, Pharr, TX, Lafayette, LA, and Rocky Branch, LA while Mr. Roach was employed with United Gas Pipeline. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Alvis, sisters Evelyn Kelly and Melba Cook, and brother Fred Green, daughter, Linda Crews and husband, Lynn, and grandsons Jim and Patrick Crews and granddaughter, Cheryl Crews. Survivors include her children, Kay Lowther and husband, Chuck of Monroe, LA, Sue Eppler and husband, Dick of Calhoun, LA, Danny Roach and wife Debbie of Broussard, LA, and Elizabeth Boyd and husband, Rodney of Clinton, LA; grandchildren, Richard Eppler, Michelle Eppler West, Danelle Roach Hueser, Denise Roach Woodrum, Amanda and Rodney Boyd; eleven great grandchildren; and a great great grandchild. The family wishes to thank the West Monroe Guest House for their loving care the past three years. Also, Glenwood Medical Center and Hospice Care of Louisiana for the special care they gave her. Visitation will be Sunday evening, March 15th, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Kilpatrick Funeral Home, 1200 Lamy Lane, Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

LAURIE WALKER SHELBY 4/9/1953-3/15/2008 It has been one short, but unbearably long, year since you left us in your sleep. Friends and family alike continue to remember your ever-present smile and bubbling personality. We will forever love and cherish our time together which was entirely too brief. We miss you, Laurie. May you rest in peace. Love always, Ronnie

LONZO L. BURGESS Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Graveside services for Mr. Lonzo L. Burgess, 82, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Monday, March 16, 2009, at Serenity Gardens in West Monroe, LA with Rev. Roger Stoffer and Rev. Jerry Chapman officiating. Services are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Burgess passed away Friday, March 13, 2009 at St. Francis Medical Center. He was member of Memorial Baptist Church and retired as shop foreman with Century Ready-Mix after 23 years of service. Mr. Burgess was a U. S. Army veteran of WWII. Survivors include his wife, Helen Burgess; two daughters, Cindy Dunn and Dean Neville; brother, Leslie W. Burgess; sisters, Alease Irvine, Maudine White, Lou Ann Trim, and Ollie Belle Clark; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews; and step children, Eddie Leonard, and Marsha Leonard. Visitation will be Sunday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MARTIEL PIERCE LEE Kilpatrick Funeral Home , Monroe, Louisiana Funeral services for Mrs. Martiel Pierce Lee, 86, of New Braunfels, TX, formerly of Monroe, LA will be at 10:00 AM, Monday, March 16, 2009 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe on Lamy lane with Bro. W. A. Massey and Ricky Baker officiating and interment to follow at Monroe Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Mrs. Lee was born on March 20, 1922 to her parents, Tom and Betty Rawls Pierce in Rawls Arkansas and passed away on March 11, 2009 in New Braunfels, TX. Mrs. Lee was a retired registered nurse of graduating class of 1945 at St. Francis School of Nursing and was also a charter member of Grace Baptist Church in Monroe. She was preceded in death by her husband, E. M. (Morrell) Lee. Mrs. Lee is survived by sons: John Lee and wife, Barbara of Monroe, and Richard Lee and wife, Brenda of Ruston; daughter: Betty Jane Lemmons and husband, Ray of New Braunfels, TX; five grandchildren: Chris Lee, Travis Lee, Spencer Lee, Megan Lemmons, and Laura Lemmons; two great granddaughters: Morgan Lee and Hailey Lemmons; brothers: Rawls Pierce and wife, Merle of Crossett, AR and Gene Pierce and wife, Elizabeth of Prattville, AL; sisters-in-law: Caureen Pierce of Crossett, AR and Judy Pierce of New Braunfels, TX; and numerous nieces and nephews and friends. Pallbearers will be: Travis Lee, Spencer Lee, James Pierce, Jimmy Sanford, Jim Sanford, and Kyle Sanford. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Roy McCaa, O. B. McCaa, Jr., and Bill Ferrington. Visitation will be from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM Sunday, March 15, 2009 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Online Condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

RICK KNIGHTEN Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Rick Knighten, 51, of Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Monday, March 16, 2009 at the Whites Ferry Road Church of Christ in West Monroe with Alan Robertson and Mike Kellet officiating. Interment will be at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA. Rick was born in Monroe, LA on January 27, 1958 and passed away at his residence on March 14, 2009. He was a member of the Whites Ferry Road Church of Christ and worked in the Broadcasting Business for over 35 years. He loved working with TOTS (Teams of Tomorrow). Survivors include his wife, Alice Knighten; daughter, Kassidy Knighten; step-children, Haley Byars and Scott Barnett; parents, Willie Glenn and Bobbie Knighten; brothers and sisters, Ted Knighten, James Knighten, Kim Haughton and Dawn Knighten; numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Pallbearers will be Carl Idzik, Clint Whittington, Ryan Ray, Michael Knighten, Jason Knighten, and Scott Caldwell. Honorary Pallbearers will be Mark Edward, Joey Accardo, Scott Strang, Gary Simmons, Kevin Welch, and Kelly Thomas. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Sunday, March 15, 2009 at the Whites Ferry Road Church of Christ. Memorials may be to the Rick Knighten Fund at Progressive Bank. Online Registry/ Condolences: mulhearnfuneralhome.com

SEBRON SOWELL Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside services for Mr. Sebron Sowell, 76, of Marion, LA will be held at 2:30 PM, Monday, March 16, 2009 at Riverview Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Sowell was born November 17, 1932 and passed March 13, 2009 in Farmerville, LA. He was a retired truck driver and Korean War Veteran of the US Navy. Mr. Sowell loved to fish and hunt. He was preceded in death by his son, James R "Rusty" Sowell, Sr. Mr. Sowell is survived by his wife, Joyce Sowell; daughter, Wendy Sowell; grandchildren; Rusty Jr. and wife Rebecca, Christopher and Brandi Nicole; brother, Charlie Sowell; great-grandchildren; Tristin and Jamie Rae Sowell. Visitation will be held Monday, March 16, 2009 from 12 Noon until 2:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

SHERRY ANN ADELE ROOT WATSON " Miss Me But Let Me Go" When I come to the end of the road And the sun has set for me I want no rites in a gloom filled room Why cry for a soul set free. Miss me a little - but not too long And not with your head bowed low. Remember the love that we once shared Miss me-but let me go. For this is a journey that we all must take And each must go alone It's all a part of the Master's plan A step on the road to home. When you are lonely and sic k of heart Go to the friends we know And bury your sorrows in doing good deeds Miss me - but let me go. Sherry Ann Adele Root Watson died Thursday, February 26, 2009 at North Monroe Hospital in Monroe, LA after an extended illness. The daughter of the late Margaret Mueller Root and Gilbert Lee Root of Baton Rouge, she is survived by her loving and devoted husband R.L. "Buddy" Watson of Monroe, LA, and three sons, James Graves Sherman, Jr. of Houston, Texas , married to Kathryn Sherman; Stephen Lee Sherman of Baton Rouge, married to Jane Sherman; and Thomas Oliver Sherman, of Houston, married to Keri Sherman, and stepchildren Karen Sue Cruse of Grayson and Reginal Dunn Watson of Monroe. Grandchildren include Stephen Lee Sherman, Jr., Kramer Graves Sherman, Bennett Oliver Sherman and Elizabeth Jane Sherman of Baton Rouge; Thomas Campbell Sherman and Webber Graves Sherman of Houston, and step-grandchildren Bernard Lewis "Traey" Hatch, Kimberly Ann Cruse Stovall, Charles Wesley Cruse, Deanna Kay Cruse St. Germain and Christian Reed Watson. Visiting at St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 3706 Bon Aire Drive, Monroe, on Saturday, March 21, 2009 from 10:00 AM until the memorial service at 11:00 AM, conducted by Rev. Dawnell Stodghill. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Paul Bruscato Jr., 68
Paul Bruscato Jr., of West Monroe, a retired Hoslum Bread Co. salesman, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Lonzo Lelvin Burgess, 82
Lonzo Lelvin Burgess, of Monroe, a retired Century Ready-Mix shop foreman, died Friday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Monday at Serenity Gardens, West Monroe.

Roger M. Floyd, 79
Roger M. Floyd, of West Monroe, a Georgia-Pacific design engineer, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Roy B. Gates, 92
Roy B. Gates, of Monroe, retired general manager of United Gas Co., died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at St. Paul's United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road. Visitation is 10 a.m. until service at the church.

Alton Hall, 73
MAYFLOWER, Ark. — Alton Hall, formerly of Ferriday, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Ferriday. Burial will be in Natchez (Miss.) City Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Rosary is 5 p.m. Monday with visitation is 5:30 -8 p.m.

Mary Caldwell Hill, 67
VIDALIA — Mary Katherine Caldwell Hill died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Clayton Pentecostal Church. Burial will be in Oakley Cemetery, Gilbert, under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Rick Knighten, 51
Rick Knighten, of Monroe, a radio broadcaster, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at White's Ferry Road Church of Christ, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service at the church.

Pearl Olivia Peterson, 92
RUSTON — Pearl Olivia Peterson, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Edith G. Roach, 94
Edith G. Roach, of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Weldon Cemetery near Bernice.

Edell Wilson, 83
SALINE — Edell Wilson, a registered nurse, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Saline Baptist Church. Burial will be in Old Saline Cemetery under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Christian, Rufus Coy: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Beverly Hills Baptist Church, Waco, Texas.
Coley, Ida J.: 10 a.m. Monday, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Ferguson, Minnie Mae: 10 a.m. Monday, Greenwood Cemetery, Ruston.
Lee, Martiel Pierce: 10 a.m. Monday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.
Rowland, Jimmie "Jennie" Vernell: 11 a.m. Tuesday, St. James Baptist Church, Sterlington.
Russ, Leon: 10 a.m. Monday, Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe.
Sowell, Sebron R.: 2:30 p.m. Monday, Riverview Cemetery, Monroe.
Watson, Sherry Root: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Monroe.

March 16 , 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

EDWARD T. CARTER Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Edward T. Carter, 85, of Calhoun, LA, will be Tuesday, March 17th, 2009, at 10:00 AM in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Rev. Frank Sellers officiating. Born October 14, 1923, in Grant Parish, LA, he was the son of the late John E. and Mary Anaise Parque Carter. Mr. Carter was the manager of the news stand at the Federal Court House in Monroe for many years. He later ran the snack stand at LSUS Conway Medical Center for 16 years until he retired. Mr. Carter passed away Saturday, March 14th, 2009, in West Monroe. Survivors include his wife, Mary Lou Landry Carter; three daughters and their spouses, Brenda and Bob Hendricks, Wanda and Dean Foster, and Claudia and Tony Concelli; his sister, Mary Carter Hobgood; grandchildren, Billy Ray Baker, April Foster Duckworth, Shawn Foster, Jennifer Concelli, and Matt Concelli and his girlfriend, Caitlin Brown; and great grandchildren, Morgan and Chloe Baker, Bryce Johnson, and Jordan Duckworth. Pallbearers are Bob and Joey Hendricks, Dean and Shawn Foster, Tony and Matt Concelli, and Tommy Tyler. Visitation will be Monday evening, March 16th, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Kilpatrick Funeral Home, 1321 N. 7th Street, West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

MARGARET RASBERRY PEEL Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro, LA Funeral services for Margaret Rasberry Peel, age 89, of Quitman, LA will be at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, March 17, 2009 at the Beech Springs Baptist Church in Quitman with Rev. Robert Tyler officiating. Interment to follow at the church cemetery under the directions of Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro. Mrs. Peel passed away Friday, March 13, at the West Monroe Guest House after a lengthy illness. She was a beloved mother to Tony Peel and wife, Linda, of Prineville, OR, Kaye Smith and husband, Dale, of West Monroe, Ann Duck and husband, Larry, of Blairsville, GA, Todd Peel of Monroe, Billy Allen, of Texline, TX, Jeannie McQuay and husband, Kevin, of Rockwall, TX, Chuck Huffman and wife, Perry, of Quitman, Nicholas Peel of Quitman and Shanna Peel of Winnfield. She was a devoted grandmother to Tim Peel, Greg Peel, Tina Fegel, Lisa Duck, Kristy Duck, Cody McQuay, Mickey Huffman and Jessie Huffman, four great grandchildren and one great great grandchild. Mrs. Peel is preceeded in death by her husband, Gaar L. Peel and three children.

PEARL OLIVIA PETERSON Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Pearl Olivia Peterson, 92, of Ruston, LA will be 2:00 PM Tuesday, March 17, 2009 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in Ruston with Rev. Dale Oden officiating the service. Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Mrs. Peterson was born in New Orleans, LA on September 18, 1916 and died in Ruston on March 14, 2009. She lived in New Orleans and Mobile for a number of years before moving to Ruston in 2000 to be near her family. Mrs. Peterson was a member of Temple Baptist Church in Ruston. She is survived by her children, Henry Lee Peterson and wife Judy of Carlsbad, CA; Trudy Potter and husband Jack of Ruston, LA; grandchildren, Cyndie Jackson and husband Chuck of Ben Wheeler, TX; John Peterson of Vista, CA; Deborah Ann Johnson and husband Philip of Choudrant, LA; David Potter and wife Stacy of Ruston, LA; great-grandchildren, Bryce, Donald, Jonathan and April; and several nieces and nephews. Special thanks to: Dr. Ed Mariano, Nursing Staff at Health South, The Arbor, and Princeton Place. Visitation will be from 5:00 - 8:00 PM Monday, March 16, 2009 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral home.com

Paul Bruscato Jr., 68
Paul Bruscato Jr., of West Monroe, a retired Hoslum Bread Co. salesman, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Lonzo Lelvin Burgess, 82
Lonzo Lelvin Burgess, of Monroe, a retired Century Ready-Mix shop foreman, died Friday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Monday at Serenity Gardens, West Monroe.

Roger M. Floyd, 79
Roger M. Floyd, of West Monroe, a Georgia-Pacific design engineer, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Edith G. Roach, 94
Edith G. Roach, of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Weldon Cemetery near Bernice.

March 17, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ROGER MIXON FLOYD Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside services for Mr. Roger Mixon Floyd, 79, of West Monroe will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday, March 18, 2009 at Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Calhoun, LA with Rev. James Prince officiating. Mr. Floyd was born July 14, 1929 in Columbia, LA and went to be with the Lord on March 15, 2009. Roger was a member of Columbia Heights Baptist Church in Columbia, LA. He served as a Sergeant on the United States Air Force and had the honor of guarding President Truman. He worked as a design engineer at Georgia Pacific for 35 years before retiring. He attended LSU and NLU universities and held several patents for box designs. Roger enjoyed going to church and reading his bible. He also coached his sons' baseball teams and his daughter's softball teams for many years. Roger is preceded in death by his father, Charley Elbert Floyd; mother, Hattie Mae Luna; and siblings, William Elbert Floyd, Hermie Lee "PeeWee" Floyd-Sanderson, Juanita Mae Floyd-Smith, Cecilia Murl Floyd-Clark, Ora Earlene Floyd-Landry, Opal Maurie Floyd-Hunsiker, Raymond Anderson Floyd, and Wayne Luna "Skinny" Floyd. Roger is survived by his wife of 60 years, Mardell Lena Floyd, daughter of William Teller May and Irene Martin May; sons, Donald Glen Floyd and wife, Mary Nelda Floyd and Jerry Michael Floyd; daughter, Tammy Delane Floyd and husband, Craig Gautreaux; grandchildren, Shane Floyd and wife, Debbie, Tara Floyd, CeJay Gautreaux, Lyndsey Floyd, Peyton Floyd, Micah Gautreaux, and Shelby Floyd; great grandchildren, Amber and Kaleigh Williams and Haley Floyd; numerous nieces and nephews; brothers, Charles Floyd and wife, Audlee, Paul Floyd and wife, Francis; and sisters, Maxine Floyd and Iris Grenier and husband, Don. Pallbearers will be Shane Floyd, CeJay Gautreaux, Peyton Floyd, Micah Gautreaux, Randy May, Charles Lee May. Honorary pallbearers will be David May and Randy Evans. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to Dr. Donald Hammet, Dr. Ronald Koepke, Dr. Shafie, and the entire staff of the Cornerstone Hospital. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Estelle Arrant, 86
Estelle Arrant of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Alexis 'Jo'i Blanson, 5
Alexis Joi Blanson of West Monroe, the daughter of Brenda Buggs and Allen Blanson of West Monroe, a student at West Monroe Headstart Center, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Janie Mae Bracy, 57
Janie Mae Bracy of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Wilma Ruth Brady, 76
Wilma Ruth Brady of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Graveside services are 3 p.m. Wednesday at Bethel Cemetery, Chatham. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Joe J. Costanza Jr., 88
Joe J. Costanza Jr. of Monroe, a retired business owner, died Tuesday. Visitation is 5-6:30 p.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Arrangements are incomplete.

Donald Dunn, 55
Donald Dunn of Monroe, a laborer, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Roger M. Floyd, 79
Roger Mixon Floyd of West Monroe, a retired design engineer for Georgia-Pacific, died Sunday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Calhoun. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

John 'J.C.' Moore, 67
HOMER — John Clyde "J.C." Moore, a Homer selectman, died Sunday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Homer High School. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at Mount Dillard Christian Methodist Church, Homer. Burial will be in Moreland Cemetery, Homer, under the direction of King's Funeral Home, Ruston.

Wilber Tucker Jr., 89
Wilber Tucker Jr. of Monroe, a laborer, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Vivian Wallace Welch, 61
Vivian Francis Wallace Welch of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Robert C. 'Bob' Williams, 63
ORLANDO, Fla. — Robert C. "Bob" Williams, formerly of northeastern Louisiana, director of engineering with the Florida Municipal Power Agency, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5 to 8 p.m Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Pine Grove Cemetery, in the Hilly Community.

Previously acknowledged
Watson, Sherry Root: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Monroe.

March 18, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Estelle Arrant, 86 Estelle Arrant of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Alexis 'Jo'i Blanson, 5 Alexis Joi Blanson of West Monroe, the daughter of Brenda Buggs and Allen Blanson of West Monroe, a student at West Monroe Headstart Center, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Janie Mae Bracy, 57 Janie Mae Bracy of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Wilma Ruth Brady, 76 Wilma Ruth Brady of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Graveside services are 3 p.m. Wednesday at Bethel Cemetery, Chatham. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Joe J. Costanza Jr., 88 Joe J. Costanza Jr. of Monroe, a retired business owner, died Tuesday. Visitation is 5-6:30 p.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Arrangements are incomplete. Donald Dunn, 55 Donald Dunn of Monroe, a laborer, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Roger M. Floyd, 79 Roger Mixon Floyd of West Monroe, a retired design engineer for Georgia-Pacific, died Sunday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Calhoun. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. John 'J.C.' Moore, 67 HOMER — John Clyde "J.C." Moore, a Homer selectman, died Sunday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Homer High School. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at Mount Dillard Christian Methodist Church, Homer. Burial will be in Moreland Cemetery, Homer, under the direction of King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Wilber Tucker Jr., 89 Wilber Tucker Jr. of Monroe, a laborer, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Vivian Wallace Welch, 61 Vivian Francis Wallace Welch of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Robert C. 'Bob' Williams, 63 ORLANDO, Fla. — Robert C. "Bob" Williams, formerly of northeastern Louisiana, director of engineering with the Florida Municipal Power Agency, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5 to 8 p.m Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Pine Grove Cemetery, in the Hilly Community. Previously acknowledged Watson, Sherry Root: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Monroe.

C. LLOYD JOSLIN Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA There are some people in the world who are special and make the world better and life more beautiful. Thank you for the precious memories and for your hard work and guidance that have made us who we are today . Funeral services for Mr. C. Lloyd Joslin, 71, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday, March 19, 2009 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Rev. Mark Fenn officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe, LA. Mr. Joslin was born March 14, 1938 in Erie, PA and passed away March 16, 2009 in West Monroe, LA. He is preceded in death by his parents, Grant and Mabel Joslin and son, Chad Joslin. Survivors include his wife of 40 years, Zoe' Collette Joslin; children, Robin Meredith and husband, Daryl, Jr., Lance Joslin and wife, Angela, and Mandy Joslin; precious grandchildren, Anthony Meredith and wife, Bobbie, Clay Joslin, Joseph Joslin, and Caroline Joslin; great granddaughter, Natalie Jalovec; and brother, Donald Joslin. Pallbearers will be Anthony Meredith, Clay Joslin, Charlie McNair, Daryl Meredith, Sr., Shane LeBlanc, and Shannon Dominique. Honorary pallbearer will be Joseph Joslin. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

HELEN VERONICA HADDOCK SADOW ROSE-NEATH BOSSIER CHAPEL BOSSIER CITY, LA A Prayer Virgin pure, lily white Queen of Angels, Mother of Might Brilliant star of radiant light Make my life with virtue bright Helen Haddock , 1941 Helen Veronica Haddock Sadow died of kidney and congestive heart failure at her residence in Shreveport, LA, on Mar. 17, 2009. She was born Mar. 31, 1923 in Wellesley, MA. She grew up in Needham, MA and suffered the tragic loss of her father Francis Oliver Haddock when he, a police officer for Needham, was shot and killed incident to a bank robbery, less than two months before her eleventh birthday. A graduate of Sacred Heart High School of Newton, she subsequently became a registered nurse graduated by the Carney School of Nursing in 1944 and worked for the then-U.S. Public Health Service in locations as varied as New York City, Buffalo, and Savannah, GA. Returning to Needham in 1951, she worked in area hospitals while pursuing a B.S. in Nursing at Boston College, graduating in 1953 whereupon she enlisted in the U.S. Air Force. Stationed at Hamilton Air Force Base, San Francisco, she met and subsequently married on Veterans Day, 1955, Ronald Dennis Sadow. After they were discharged from active duty, she worked in a variety of private sector nursing positions until about a year before the birth of her children. After they had departed for college she moved to Monroe, LA in 1985 where she lived until 2008. There, she was an active parishioner of Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church and member of the Newcomers Club. The last year of her life she lived in Shreveport. Throughout her life she loved reading and enjoyed contemplation about and discussion of subjects ranging from history to politics to literature to philosophy, although her favorites were religious history, philosophy, and theology. She was predeceased by her husband of 49 years Ronald Dennis Sadow, her sisters Mary Florence Haddock Barnicle, Dorothy Frances Haddock Pratt, Phyllis Teresa Haddock Murphy; her mother Helen Frances Callanan Haddock; and her father Francis Oliver Haddock. She is survived by her son Jeffrey Dennis Sadow and his wife Deshae Elizabeth Lott Sadow of Bossier City, LA and her son Jonathan Carl Sadow of Austin, TX. In lieu of flowers, donations are recom-mended to the Cardinal Newman Society, 9415 West Street, Manassas, VA 20110. A funeral mass will be celebrated for her at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, 2510 Emerson St., Monroe, LA on Mar. 20 at 2:00 PM. Her family wishes to thank Harmony Life Hospice and Pierremont Healthcare for their kind attention to her needs.

PAUL BRUSCATO, JR . Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside services for Mr. Paul Bruscato, Jr., 68, of West Monroe, LA will be 10:00 AM, Thursday, March 19, 2009, at the Gazebo in Hasley Cemetery. Minister Danny Johnson officiating. Services are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Bruscato was born November 12, 1940, in Monroe and passed away March 15, 2009, in West Monroe, LA. A member of the N. 5th Street Church of Christ, he was a retired salesman for Holsum Bread Company. He was preceded in death by his parents, Paul, Sr. and Claudine Mae McCain. Mr. Bruscato is survived by his loving wife, Emma Bruscato; children and spouses, Mike and LeeAnn Bruscato, Pam and Frank Cordova, Suzie and Kevin Smith, and Paula Jean and Paul Cleary; sister, Madelyn LaBorde; brother, Gene Bruscato; grand children; Michael and Lara Bruscato, Whitney Hurt, Conner Smith and Jaocb Freeman. Honorary pallbearers are Todd Walker, Roger Conley, Reggie Nolan, Bud Womack, Don Caldwell, and Don LaBorde. Visitation will be Wednesday, March 18, 2009 from 6:00 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

WILMA RUTH BRADY Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside services for Mrs. Wilma Ruth Brady, 76, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 3:00 PM Wednesday, March 18, 2009, at Bethel Cemetery in Chatham, LA with Rev. Marlin Betts officiating. Mrs. Brady was born on December 20, 1932, in Eros, LA and passed away Monday, March 16, 2009, at Landmark Nursing Home surrounded by her children and family. She is preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Bert E. Brady; son, Stevie Brady; parents, B.F. and Rena Oglesbee; three brothers, Carl, Bobby and Wendell Oglesbee; and two sisters, Arlene and Grace Oglesbee. She is survived by her six daughters, Terri Hollingsworth and husband, Jay, Karla Pierce and husband, Keith "Pete", Kelly Harrell and husband, Eugene, Lori Tullos and husband, John, Ginger "Lulu" Searcy and husband, Clovis, and Leaha Hunt and husband, Bill; son, Jack Brady; daughter in-law, Cindy Brady; two sisters, Betty Rogers and Kathryn Burkett; and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be her grandsons, Shane Brady, Lane Brady, Beau Pierce, Billy Joe Harrell, J. R. Searcy, Cody Searcy, and Tyler Hunt. The family wishes to thank the kind and caring staff at Landmark Nursing Home, Brother Marlin Betts, and the nursing staffs at Hospice Care of Louisiana and Cornerstone Hospital. We sincerely appreciate the tender and gentle care you all showed our mother and our family during this difficult time. Her greatest sense of pride came from her eight children. She loved nothing more than to have her children and grandchildren around her. We all will miss her deeply, but we know that she can now finally be happy, well, and at peace. Good night, Mama. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Estelle Arrant, 86
Estelle Arrant of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Janie Mae Bracy, 57
Janie Mae Bracy of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Donald Dunn, 55
Donald Dunn of Monroe, a laborer, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Wilber Tucker Jr., 89
Wilber Tucker Jr. of Monroe, a laborer, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Vivian Wallace Welch, 61
Vivian Francis Wallace Welch of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Previously acknowledged
Watson, Sherry Root: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Monroe.

March 19 , 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

DOROTHY WAGONER PINTON Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, Louisiana Funeral Services for Mrs. Dorothy Wagoner Pinton, 99, of West Monroe, LA will be 10:00 AM Friday, March 20, 2009 at Cypress Baptist Church with Rev. Larry Eubanks officiating. Interment will follow at Cypress Baptist Church Cemetery. Mrs. Pinton was born on November 21, 1909 and passed away on March 18, 2009 in West Monroe, LA. She is preceded in death by her husband, Norman Pinton, daughter, Floy Kilpatrick; and sons, Doyle Pinton and Roger Pinton. Mrs. Pinton was a member of Cypress Baptist Church. She was President of the Home Demonstration Club. She is survived by her six grandchildren, Ricky Kilpatrick and wife Cindy, Monty Pinton and wife Kim, Nicole Pinton, Jeri Rountree and husband Glenn, Kyle Pinton and wife Lora, Collette Thomisee and husband Tim; five great-grandchildren; daughter-in-law, Janice Pinton; son-in-law, Ralph Kilpatrick and wife Sharon; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Pallbearers will be Jerry Kilpatrick, Evan Kilpatrick, David Gardner, Edgar Wink, A.J. Wink, and Scott Bonner. Honorary Pallbearers will be Harold Lenard, Doug Wheelington, Brian Tatum, and Reggie Owens. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Thursday, March 19, 2009 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

JONATHAN L. HUDSON Miller Funeral Home Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Jonathan L. Hudson, 32 of Monroe, LA, will be held at 2:00 PM Friday, March 20, 2009, at Park View Church of Christ, with Brother Larry Burrell officiating. Interment will follow in Richwood Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Miller Funeral Home of Monroe. He passed away March 12, 2009. He was born in Monroe, LA on March 12, 1977 to Ivory H. Kidd and Ida M. Hudson. Jonathan attended Berg Jones Elementary, Jefferson Jr. High, and Wossman High Schools. He leaves to cherish his memory; brothers and sisters; Ivory Hudson, Stevie Hudson, Lamar Williams, Markatoes Hudson, Lonnie Hudson, and Xavier Hudson, Shirley Hudson, Armereka Williams, and Chanella Hudson.

MR. JOE JOSEPH COSTANZA, JR. Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Joe Joseph Costanza, Jr., 88, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, March 19, 2009, at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church with Msgr. Edmund Moore, and Rev. Job Sciara officiating. Interment will follow in St. Matthew Mausoleum under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Costanza was born June 23, 1920 in Monroe, LA and passed away Tuesday, March 17, 2009, at St. Francis Medical Center. A longtime member of St. Matthew Catholic Church and Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, a graduate of Neville High School, he served proudly with the U. S. Army during World War II, and he was a retired business owner. Mr. Costanza was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Costanza, and Margarita Cascio Costanza; brothers, Louis J. Costanza, and Nicholas Costanza; and sister, Annie Costanza Lewis. Survivors include his nephews, Joseph Costanza and wife Pat, Louis Costanza, Jr., and Stanley Lewis; nieces, Margaret Horne and husband Raymond, Vita Southern and husband Lee, and Margaret Tarver and husband Tommy; Godchild, JoAnn Crone; and numerous great nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Darryl Gregory, Greg Horne, John Southern, Tim Southern, Tommy Tarver, and Russell Tarver. Special thanks to the Northeast Louisiana War Veterans Home, St. Francis Medical Center, Dr. Charles Morgan, and the many doctors and nurses who gave their professional care during Mr. Costanza's illness. Memorials may be made to Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, or the charity of your choice. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MRS. MARY ESTELLE ARRANT Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Estelle Arrant will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, March 20, 2009 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Rev. Eddie Shoemaker and Rev. Randy Bardwell will officiate. Interment will follow at Walnut Grove Cemetery West Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Arrant was born January 8, 1923 in West Monroe, LA and went to be with her Lord on March 17, 2009 at the age of 86 years old. She was a homemaker and loved her family. She was a very kind hearted person and ready to help any one in need. Estelle is preceded in death by her husband, George Arrant; great-granddaughter, Sara Beth Lenard. Estelle is survived by her two daughters, Virginia Lenard and husband Riley, Connie Roberts and husband Mike; grand daughter, Cindy Pike and husband Mark, Sandy Lenard; grandson, Brian Lenard and wife Bridget. Pallbearers will be Mike Roberts, Riley Lenard, Brian Lenard, Truett Bailey, Justin Sutton and Logan Canterberry. Visitation will be held Thursday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to Dr. Charles Morgan and Dr. Floyd Jones, Prime Care, Care Solutions and People Unlimited (Candance Bloomer) and special care takers; Sonja Cole, Dana Youngblood, and Vertie McCormick Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

NELL ATNIP SIMS CALDWELL Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Nell Atnip Sims Caldwell, 95, of Monroe, will be held at 1:00 PM Thursday, March 19, 2009, 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. Caldwell passed away Wednesday, March 18, 2009. She was a member of College Place Baptist Church, The Eastern Star, and a retired school teacher with Monroe City Schools. Survivors include her son, Sidney B. Sims and wife Karen of Sterlington, LA; daughter, Mary Jane Troutt of West Monroe, LA; grandchildren, Denise, Debbie, Keith, Katherine, and Chris and wife Dawn; ten great grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren, Amelia and Gracie; and one niece, Judy Thornton of Houston, TX. Visitation will be Thursday from 12:00 Noon until service time at the mausoleum chapel. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

VIVIAN FRANCIS WALLACE WELCH Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Graveside services for Vivian Francis Wallace Welch, 61, of Monroe will be held at 2:00 PM Friday, March 20, 2009 in the Mausoleum Chapel of Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery with Rev. Weldon Bares officiating under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Welch was born June 20, 1947 and passed away in Nashville, Tennessee March 13, 2009 after a lengthy illness. She was preceded in death by her father, Charles R. Wallace. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Levi McCue Welch, III; her mother, Virginia Francis Wallace; one sister, Charlene Wallace Burns; one brother, Richard V. Wallace; one son, Levi McCue Welch, IV (Mac); two daughters, Deborah Renee Richards and Tammy Yvette White; and nine grandchildren. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until service time at the Mausoleum Chapel on Friday. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com

Paul Bruscato Jr., 68
Paul Bruscato Jr. of West Monroe, a retired Hoslum Bread Co. salesman, died Sunday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Joe Joseph Costanza Jr., 88
Joe Joseph Costanza Jr. of Monroe, a retired business owner, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Monroe. Burial will be in St. Matthew Mausoleum under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Mary Gilbert, 80
TALLULAH — Mary Gilbert, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

William C. 'Bill' Henley, 79
AMARILLO, Texas — William C. "Bill" Henley, retired from the U.S. Marines and Amarillo College, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Brentwood Chapel of Schooler Funeral Home, Amarillo. Burial will be in Llano Cemetery.

C. Lloyd Joslin, 71
C. Lloyd Joslin of West Monroe, an optician, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. Thursday until service time. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

John Martin, 75
BASTROP — John Martin, a retired dragline operator, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Apostolic Faith Chapel, Gilbert. Burial will be in Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton, under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Wayne Edward Neuroth, 77
ST. JOSEPH — Wayne Edward Neuroth, a retired warehouse manager and U.S. Navy veteran, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Tallulah.

Boyce Pearson, 70
FARMERVILLE — Boyce Pearson, a plumber, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Mount Tabor Baptist Church, Highway 2, west of Farmerville. Burial will be in Mount Tabor Cemetery under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

David Ardell Sherman, 83
ALLEN, Texas — David Ardell Sherman, formerly of Monroe, a retired electrical inspector with the city of Monroe, died Tuesday. Services are 3 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. Friday until service time. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Robert 'Bob' Williams, 63
ORLANDO, Fla. — Robert Charles "Bob" Williams, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Pine Grove Cemetery in the Hilly Community.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Moore, John Clyde "J.C": 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Homer High School, Homer.
Watson, Sherry Root: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Thomas Episcopal Church, Monroe.

March 20, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CECILE MOUNT KEYES Comer Funeral Home, Inc. Ferriday, LA Services for Cecile Keyes Mount, age 71 of Sicily Island, LA will be Saturday March 21, 2009 at First Baptist Church of Sicily Island, LA with Rev. Steve Keyes officiating, Interment will follow at Highland Park Cemetery, the services are under the direction of Comer Funeral Home of Ferriday. Visitation will be held Friday March 20 from 8:00 PM until 5:00 PM at the church. Mrs. Mount a homemaker, was born on November 24, 1937 at Loamland Plantation in Tensas Parish, LA to her parents Roy C and Minnie B. Keyes. She passed away on Wednesday March 18, 2009 in Natchez, MS. Mrs. Mount has been a resident of Sicily Island for 50 years and a member of the First Baptist Church of Sicily Island. She was the church pianist, taught kindergarten and served in many other offices in the church. She was the Director of the Catahoula Council on Aging and was past president of the Woman's Club in Sicily Island. She was a member of the Daughters of the Confederate Rose. Mrs. Mount also taught private piano lessons. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, William H. Mount. Mrs. Mount is survived by 3 sons, Douglas Mount and wife Cindy of Angola, LA, Darrell Mount and wife Lisa of Warner Brothers, GA, and Jay Roy Mount and wife Kristi, of Longview, TX; a brother Leslie Keyes, Sr. of LaPlace, LA; Sister: Ann Lee of Richmond, VA; 5 grandchildren, Ryan Mount, Rachel Mount Nelson, Brayden Mount, and Jayden Mount; great grandchild, William Joseph Nelson. Pallbearers will be Walter Myers, Jr, Leslie Keyes, Kelly White, Reginald Wycoff, Todd Maheffey and Andy Jones. Honorary Pallbearers: Paul White, Norman Jones, Floyd Mahaffey, Charles Miller, Dan White. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church Vacation Bible School ministry in Sicily Island..

DAVID ARDELL SHERMAN Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. David Ardell Sherman, 83, of Allen, TX formerly of Monroe, LA, will be held at 3:00 PM Friday, March 20, 2009, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Weldon Bares officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Sherman was born October 7, 1925 and passed away March 17, 2009. He served in the U. S. Navy during WWII on the island of Tarawa. Ardell retired from the City of Monroe as an electrical inspector. He was Everybody's Buddy. Survivors include his sons, David and Tim; daughters, Sherry Prestedge and Sandy Corley; two step daughters, Jo Ann Cain and Betty Ballew; and nine grandchildren. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

DEBBIE ADAMS Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Debbie Adams, 46, of Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, March 21, 2009 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe with Dr. Bill Dye and Rev. Marcell Crow officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Adams passed away Wednesday, March 18, 2009. She graduated from St. Frederick High School in 1981 and attended Northeast Louisiana University. She was an avid bowler and loved sports and was a Booster at ULM and Ouachita High School. She was preceded in death by her mother, Margaret Lane. Survivors include her husband, James Adams; two children, Cassady Lane Adams and James R. "Chip" Adams II; father, Charles W. Lane; many nieces, nephews, aunts, and uncles. Pallbearers will be Gary Taylor, Mike Hammock, Blaine Fontenot, Christopher DeMers, Jimmy Ratcliff, Randy Barnett, Randy Carr, and Jeff Adams. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Friday, March 20, 2009 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

DOROTHY DILLON WHITTEN Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Dorothy Dillon Whitten, 81, of Monroe will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, March 21, 2009, at Parkview Baptist Church, Monroe, LA with Rev. Terry Barnes officiating. Interment will follow at Serenity Gardens, West Monroe, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Dorothy, a long time member of Parkview Baptist Church, was born on July 4, 1927 in Wilmot, AR and died March 19, 2009. She was preceded in death by her parents, William Hawkins Dillon and Mary Elizabeth (Mae) McKoin Dillon; by her brothers, William Hawkins Dillon, Jr. and Thomas Polk Dillon; and her beloved husband, Rodolph Conrad Whitten. Dorothy was reared in the farming community of Wilmot, AR. She was part of a loving family which exemplified the finest traits of the "Greatest Generation." From her parents, Hawkins and Mae, she learned of the love of Jesus Christ. She passed the love of her Savior on to her children and grandchildren. Dorothy received her undergraduate degree from LSU and a master's degree in Home Economics from Northeast Louisiana University (now ULM). Early in her career, she worked as a Home Economist of LSU's Extension Service. Later, she was a teacher with the Morehouse Parish School System. Her most significant work was as a homemaker for her family. Kind and gentle in nature describes our beloved Dorothy. She was a devoted daughter, sister, wife, and mother. Her favorite role was as grandmomma. Survivors include her daughters and sons-in-law: Mary Grace and Bob Bozeman of Monroe and Connie and Benny Chelette of West Monroe; son, William Conrad Whitten of Dallas, TX; three granddaughters: Heather Bozeman, Molly Bozeman, and Morgan Chelette; brother and sister-in-law: Jimmy Dean and Norma Dillon of Baton Rouge, LA; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Visitation will be Friday from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to Dr. Greg Green, Dr. Matt George, and Southern Care Hospice (Ellie Ferguson, R.N., Angela Short, R.N., and Marilyn Withers, L.P.N.) for their extraordinary care and compassion. During her last illness, Dorothy was also tenderly cared for by Carrie Edwards, Mary January, and Vanessa Moore. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to Parkview Baptist Church, 1001 Forsythe Avenue, Monroe, LA 71201, The Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation, 5005 LBJ Freeway, Suite 250, Dallas, TX 56244, The Alzheimer's Association of Northeast LA, 513 Walnut Street, Monroe, LA 71201, or the charity of your choice. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

JAVENA ROSE PENNINGTON Cheatham County Funeral Home Ashland City, TN Javena Rose Pennington, age 87, died March 13, 2009, at the Woodridge Nursing Home in Grapeview, Texas. She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Sally Bennett Keith, her husband Hugh, Pennington and six siblings. She is survived by her son, Hugh Keith (Judy) Pennington, three daughters: Zo (James) Harper, Karen Brown, and Beth (John) Harvell; three sisters: Mavis Gupton, Dulzie Clark and Zola Bickman, ten grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Funeral service will be held on Friday, March 20, 2009, at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Cheatham County Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Pleasant View United Methodist Church Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers: Grandsons, Brian Pennington, Jason Pennington, Jay Harper, Ryan Brown, Kyle Brown, Brendan Harvell. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday, March 20, 2009, from twelve noon until funeral hour of 2:00 PM. Cheatham County Funeral Home in Charge of Arrangements 615-792-2552 obit line 615-792-2771 website: www.ccfh2552.com

JUDY WOODS LLOYD JUDY WOODS LLOYD Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Graveside services for Judy Woods Lloyd, age 56, of Downsville, LA, will be held at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, March 21, 2009, at Mt. Ararat Cemetery in Downsville, LA. Officiating will be Rev. Peter Simmons, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Mrs. Lloyd was born on February 6, 1953 in Shreveport, LA and passed away on March 18, 2009 in Monroe, LA. She was a member of Lane Chapel Baptist Church in Downsville, LA. She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Roberts and father-in-law Obra Lloyd. She is survived by her husband Donald Lloyd of Downsville, LA; daughter, Tammy Ratcliff Boutwell of West Monroe, LA; son, Dennis Slade Frith and wife Kristy of Downsville, LA; father, Raymond Woods and wife Clara of Columbia, LA; sister, Pat McMurtry and husband Raymond of Downsville, LA; son-in-law Darryl Boutwell; grandchildren, Jordan and Bre Boutwell and Morgan Frith; niece, Lori King and husband Lee; great nephews Landon and Logan King; mother-in-law Maurin Lloyd, extended family Kenneth and Nancy Boutwell. Visitation will be Friday, March 20, 2009 from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

MR. JAMES KENNETH BAKER Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. James Kenneth Baker, 86, of Eros, LA will be held at 10:00 am, Saturday, March 21, 2009 at Clark Springs Baptist Church, intersection of Highway 546 and Clark Springs Road. Rev. C. T. Smith and Rev. Mickey Hudnall will officiate. Interment will follow at Clark Springs Cemetery, Eros, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Baker was born August 3, 1922 in Calhoun, LA to John A. and Mary Truluck Baker and passed away March 18, 2009 at his home. He graduated from Calhoun High School and attended the University of Louisiana at Monroe where he sang in the Men's Chorus. He served in the United States Army during World War II, serving in the 824th Bombardment Squadron from February 1943 to July 1945. Mr. Baker participated in 37 combat missions in Italy and central Europe. For his service to our country, Mr. Baker received an air medal with two oak leaf clusters and a good conduct medal for service in the European Theater of Operations. Upon discharge from the service, Mr. Baker had a long career with the National Cash Register Company. Upon retirement, Mr. Baker returned to Calhoun where he raised peaches and was an avid fisherman. Mr. Baker was an active member of Clark Springs Baptist Church, Eros, where he sang in the choir and was known for his great sense of humor. He was also a 32nd degree Mason. He is survived by his wife, Bess McAllister Baker, daughter, Diane Caton and husband Carl, Wichita, KS, daughter-in-law Diana Baker, Ft. Smith, AR. Niece, Marianne Sumrall, Baton Rouge, LA; granddaughters; Lisa Phillips, Little Rock, AR. And Teresa de la lsla and husband David, Houston, TX; grandsons, Todd Caton and wife Rocio Overland, Park, KS and Matthew Caton and wife Cheryl, Wichita, KS; great-grandchildren; Gabriela and Mateo de la Isla Sydnee, Savannah, and Carter Caton; other family members include Malcolm Kuhn and wife Cheryl, Chad Kuhn.Woody Kuhn and wife Ellen . Pallbearers will be Todd Caton, Matthew Caton, David de la Isla, Ray Walters, Earl Williams and J. T. Gilmore. Visitation will be held Friday, March 20, 2009 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the church. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or Disabled American Veterans. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

NINA PATTERSON HAMMONS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Nina Patterson Hammons, 92 of Dallas, TX formerly of Downsville and Monroe, LA, will be held at 1:00 PM, Saturday, March 21, 2009 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Robert Burgess will officiate. Interment will follow at Downsville Cemetery, Downsville, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Nina Patterson Hammons was born September 5, 1916 and passed away peacefully March 16, 2009. She lived most of her life in Downsville and Monroe, LA and spent her last few years in Dallas, TX to be near her daughter. Nina is preceded in death by her husband, Aubrey, mother and father, Eva and Mack Patterson; sister, Lila McClintic. She is survived by her son, Jerry Hammons and his wife, Margerite and her daughter, Sue Sewell and husband, Jerry; five grandchildren; Cindy Irvin and husband, John, Alicia Ham, Melinda Robert and husband, Barry, David Hammons and Sharon Marchand and husband, Rodney, three great-grandchildren; Adam Marchand, Victor and Sarah Robert and one nephew, Jim McClintic. Pallbearers will be Rodney Marchand, Adam Marchand, Barry Robert, Victor Robert, David Hammons and John Irvin. Visitation will be held Saturday from 12:00 noon until service time at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

PERCY LIDDELL FANT Graveside services for Percy Liddell Fant, 55, will be held on Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at the Hasley Cemetery. The Rev. E. Benjamin Fant will lead the service. Dell Fant was born January 9, 1954 in Denver, CO to the late the Percy B., Jr. and Alene Fant. He passed away in Carlsbad, N.M. on February 24, 2009 following complications of diabetes. Dell was a very kind and friendly person who amazed others with his extraordinary recall of dates and facts. Drawing and music were two of his favorite pastimes. He had a great love for his family and was dearly loved in return. Survivors include his brother, Jerry Fant, nephew, Richard Fant and sister-in-law, Tess Fant of Carlsbad, N.M.; aunt Juanita Clements and cousin Anna St. Clair of West Monroe, LA; Uncle E. Benjamin Fant and wife, Martha of Shreveport; Uncle Jimmy Evans and wife Tina of Selma, AL and several caring cousins.

Ruth Ann Buono, 53
MER ROUGE — Ruth Ann Moore-Buono, a warehouse manager, died Saturday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Claudine Dozier, 76
BOSSIER CITY — Claudine Dozier, a homemaker, died Friday. Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Cox Funeral Home chapel, Oak Grove. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Oak Grove.

Annie Comrato Graham, 104
Annie Comrato Graham of Monroe, owner/operator of Superior Cleaners, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Monroe. Visitation is 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial is in St. Matthew Catholic Cemetery, Monroe.

Sonya Hemphill, 38
Sonya Hemphill of Sterlington, a para-professional, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Rita Faye Hixon, 64
Rita Faye Osburn Hixon of Monroe, a retired Ouachita Parish school bus driver, died Friday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

JoAnn Marlene Hudson, 75
JoAnne Marlene Williams Hudson of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home chapel, West Monroe. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be at Williams Cemetery, Eros.

Auba Mae McCain, 92
WINNSBORO — Auba Mae McCain, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home chapel, Winnsboro. Burial is in Ogden Cemetery, Liddieville.

Robert Earl Ross, 87
RAYVILLE — Robert Earl Ross, an x-ray tech, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Crewlake Methodist Church, Start. Burial will be in Start Cemetery under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Jesse Scott Jr., 87
CROWVILLE — Jesse Scott Jr., a retired draftsman and bee keeper, died Saturday. Graveside services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Harris Cemetery, Crowville, under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation will be 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Phyllis Stowe, 52
KELLY — Phyllis Stowe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Antommaria, Carter Layne: 10 a.m. Monday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.Johnson, Callie Mae: 2:30 p.m. Sunday, True Vine Baptist Church, Monroe.
Reynolds, Tommy Jearl: 3 p.m. Sunday, Lea Joyner Memorial Untied Methodist Church, Monroe.
Statham, Harry Taylor: 2 p.m. Sunday, First United Methodist Church, Loop Road, Monroe.

March 21, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

JOANN MARLENE WILLIAMS HUDSON Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. JoAnn Marlene Williams Hudson, 75, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, March 22, 2009 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Rev. David Mixon officiating. Interment will follow at Williams Cemetery in Eros, LA. Mrs. Hudson was born November 26, 1933 in Eros, LA and passed away on March 20, 2009. She was a lifelong resident of West Monroe. Mrs. Hudson was a homemaker and enjoyed working with her flowers and traveling. She is preceded in death by her husband, E. D. Hudson; parents, Heman and Ardella Williams and brother, Richard Williams. Mrs. Hudson is survived by one son, Kenny Acree; two daughters, Debbie Rogers and husband, Ronnie and Delores Mixon and husband, Joel; very special friend, James K. Hillhouse; one brother, Donald Williams; three sisters, Otha Sandford, Doris Edwins, and Kitty Holton; seven grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 Saturday, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

ROBERT EARL ROSS Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Funeral services for Robert Earl Ross, age 87, of Rayville, LA will be held 2:00 PM, Sunday, March 22, 2009 at Crew Lake United Methodist Church, Start, LA with Rev. Marshall Sevier officiating. Internment will follow in Start Cemetery, Start, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. Robert Ross was born August 20, 1921 and passed away Thursday, March 19, 2009. A call to serve his Country led to his enlisting in the Army. He served with distinction during World War II. During his five years service he was awarded the Silver Star, Purple Heart, Campaign Ribbon with 3 Oak Leaf Clusters, fought in the North Africa Calgeria-French Morocco, Tunisian, Sicily and Italy theaters, WWII Victory Medal, and Army Good Conduct. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lena Word Ross; parents, Robert Henry and Edith Gertrude Ross; brothers, Clifton Ross and Lavelle "Bill" Ross; and sister, Bernice Ross. Survivors include his five children, Frances Goodson and husband, Ralph of Start, LA, Margie Ross of Start, LA, Robert S. Ross and wife, Lucy of Las Vegas, NV, Marvin Ross and wife, Patsy of Rayville, LA, and Lori Adams and husband, Guyon of Rayville, LA; sisters, Dorothy Ritchie and husband, Percy of Monroe, LA and Annette Buckner and husband, Luther of Murfreesboro, TN; aunt, Leola Brown of Monroe, LA; eleven grandchildren and twelve -great grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Darren Frith, Eddie Word, George Word, Jr., Mike Ritchie, LeRoy Ross, and Joey Rushing. Honorary Pallbearers are Jack Barnett, Nelson Lane, all of his old fishing buddies and family at Palmaria. A special thank you to Kay Adams, his "Special Angel", Bro. Marshall Sevier, The Monroe VA Clinic, Richland Hospice, and Dr. LaFleur. Visitation will be 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM, Saturday, at Brown-Holley Funeral Home. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneral homes.com

Ruth Ann Buono, 53
MER ROUGE — Ruth Ann Moore-Buono, a warehouse manager, died Saturday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Auba Mae McCain, 92
WINNSBORO — Auba Mae McCain, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home chapel, Winnsboro. Burial is in Ogden Cemetery, Liddieville.

Phyllis Stowe, 52
KELLY — Phyllis Stowe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Antommaria, Carter Layne: 10 a.m. Monday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Johnson, Callie Mae: 2:30 p.m. Sunday, True Vine Baptist Church, Monroe.
Reynolds, Tommy Jearl: 3 p.m. Sunday, Lea Joyner Memorial Untied Methodist Church, Monroe.
Statham, Harry Taylor: 2 p.m. Sunday, First United Methodist Church, Loop Road, Monroe

March 22, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ANNIE COMRATO GRAHAM Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Annie Comrato Graham, 104, of Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00 AM Monday, March 23, 2009 at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church with Father Sebastian, Father Phillip, Father James, and Father Bobby Inzina officiating. Interment will follow at St. Matthew Catholic Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Annie Comrato Graham was born June 18, 1904 in Donaldsonville, LA and passed away March 19, 2009 at St. Francis Medical Center. Mrs. Graham was a founding member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and a member of St. Joseph Altar Society. She and her husband owned and operated Superior Cleaners on Desiard Street from 1940 until 1960. Upon his death, she worked at Haddad cleaners until her retirement at seventy-six years of age. Mrs. Graham was preceded in death by her husband, Bernard L. Graham; parents, Mary And Charles Comrato; brothers, Louis Comrato and Phillip Comrato; sisters, Josephine Comrato, Lottie C. Anzalone and Frances C. Fisher. Survivors include her sisters, Johanna Comrato, Marie "Bo" Comrato, and Virginia Comrato; nieces, Mary Margaret Dorris, Charlene Bruno, and Margaret Anzalone; great nieces, Gail Boyd, Kathy Stewart, Lisa Wassack, Donna Ferlicca, and Laura Anzalone; great nephews, Calvin "Chip" Dorris, Mike Bruno, and Joey Bruno; numerous great great nieces and nephews and great great great nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Mark Norris, Paul Burke, Ron Boyd, Will Tatum, David Wassack, Joey Feltri, Pete Embanato, Chris Ferlicca, and Lanny Stewart.. Honorary pallbearers will be Calvin "Chip" Dorris. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Sunday, March 22, 2009 with a Vigil Wake at 6:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfunera lhome.com

AUBA MAE MCCAIN MULHEARN FUNERAL HOME, WINNSBORO, LA Mrs. Auba Mae McCain, 92 of Winnsboro, LA, passed away on Friday, March 20, 2009 at Franklin Medical Center in Winnsboro, LA. Services will be 2:00 PM Sunday, March 22, 2009 in the Mulhearn Funeral Home Chapel in Winnsboro, LA with Rev. Troy Dennard officiating. Interment will be in the Ogden Cemetery in Liddieville, LA. She is preceded in death by her husband, Roy "Jake" McCain and son, Herbert D. McCain. She is survived by a daughter: Betty Ross and husband, James of Alabaster, Alabama, 2 grandchildren: Laura A. McIntyre and James Timothy Ross, 3 great grandchildren, Meagan Ainsley McIntyre, Sierra Gracel McIntyre, and Marina Salvetti.a sister, Edna Hatten of Winnsboro, LA, and a brother, Lester Maynor of Winnsboro, LA. Pallbearers are David Fortenberry, Michael Fortenberry, Gary Johns, Thomas Littleton, Glenn Good, and Tommy Womble. Honorary pallbearers are J. W. Fortenberry, James Price, Jerry McCain, and William Doyle Hassell. Online registry/condolences can be made at www.mulhearnfuneral home.com.

CARTER LAYNE ANTOMMARIA Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Carter Layne Antommaria, 3 months, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM Monday, March 23, 2009 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe with Rev. Chad Ballard officiating. Carter Antommaria passed away Thursday, March 19, 2009. Survivors include his mother, Hope Antommaria; grandmother, Lisa Lowery; great grandparents, Ted and Gail Lowery; great great grandmother, Ella McKnight; aunts, Dawn Stanfield and husband Jason and Nicole Antommaria; great uncle, Steve Lowery; cousins, Haley Owens and Kirsten Stanfield. Pallbearers will be Ted Lowery, Steve Lowery,Jason Stanfield and Adam Dampier. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Sunday, March 22, 2009 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Jesus said to them, "Let the little children come to me; don't stop them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.' Mark 10:14 Memorials may be made to The American Heart Association. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfunera lhome.com |

CLAUDINE DOZIER Cox Funeral Home Oak Grove, LA. Funeral service for Claudine Dozier, age 76, of Bossier City, LA will be 2:00 PM Sunday, March 22, 2009 at Cox Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. John Green officiating. Burial will follow in the Oak Grove Cemetery under direction of Cox Funeral Home of Oak Grove, LA. Mrs. Dozier was born in Forest, LA and died March 20, 2009 at Willis Knighten Hospital, Bossier City, LA. She is preceded in death by her husband, William McClain Dozier, father, Earl Smith; mother, Bertha Whitaker; sister, Joy Rae Whitaker and sister, Edna Earl Smith. Survivors include, daughter Arzina Crews and husband, Ernest Crews of Haughton, LA; daughter, Debbie Clevenger and husband, Randy Clevenger of Bossier City, LA; granddaughter, Melissa Clevenger of Bossier City, LA; granddaughter, Jessica Clevenger of Bossier City, LA; grandson, Bryan Clevenger of Bossier City, LA; granddaughter, Stephanie Crews of Houston, TX; granddaughter, Christina Futch and husband Michael Futch of Bossier City, LA; brother, B. R. Smith of Bossier City, LA; sister, Faye Green and husband, John Green of Dumas, TX; sister, Stella Myers and husband Billy Myers of Oak Grove, LA; sister, Janie Mewborn and husband J. W. Mewborn of Waxahatchie, TX. Pallbearers will be Ernest Crews, Randy Clevenger, Michael Futch, Randy Myers, Tony Albritton, Paul Robert Jones, and Calvin Allen.

FAY EMORY Burks Walker Tippit Funeral Directors, Tyler, TX Graveside services for Fay Emory, 84, Tyler, will be Tuesday, March 24, 2009 at 11:00 AM at the Beulah cemetery. Rev. Neil Everett will officiate, with services under the direction of Burks Walker Tippit Funeral Directors, Tyler. Mrs. Emory died March 18, 2009 in Tyler. She was born December 14, 1924 in Beaumont, Texas to the late Bevis Ogden Richardson and Katherine Helen Hanks Richardson. Mrs. Emory was a loving wife and mother. She was a lifetime member and active participant in the Baptist church. She loved being with her grandchildren and was so proud of each one. Mom was a person of great faith and loved her children, dearly. Her devoted love and commitment to her husband reflected a model Christian marriage and when Mr. Emory retired from Sun Oil Company after (forty) years of service traveled to many interesting places together. Among many other hobbies, gardening was a passion for both, especially Mom's "herb garden". Her participation in her Sunday school class and church at First Baptist West Monroe meant so much to her living life to the fullest. Most all of her conversations with people included her church experience. Her children and grandchildren will greatly miss her inspiration by her absence, but her influence will be deeply imbedded in all our lives for years to come. Her husband, Burbon Ralph Emory, daughter, Sharlotte Sue Shepherd, brother, Kenneth Ogden Richardson and grandson, Morgan Emory Adams precede her in death. Survivors include sons, Rick Emory and wife Dottye of Kilgore and John David Emory and wife Oogii of Alexandria, Va., daughter, Katherine Dennis and husband, William of Alexandria, Va., sister, Gayle Adams and husband Rev. Jesse Adams of San Antonio; grandchildren, Brent Emory, Frank Adams, Will Dennis, John Dennis, and Ashley Emory; great grandchildren, Paige, Peyton and Jack Emory. Family requests memorials be made to the Heart to Heart Hospice of Tyler, 1402 Rice Rd., St. 100, Tyler, 75703.

HARRY TAYLOR STATHAM Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Harry Taylor Statham, 90, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, March 22, 2009, at First United Methodist Church with Rev. Larry Stafford officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Statham was born June 21, 1918 in Hamlin, TX and passed away March 20, 2009 at Avalon Place. He was retired from Federal Civil Service. Mr. Statham was a member of Dee Strickland Masonic Lodge #45, Past Master of Paul M. Schneider Lodge in New Orleans, LA, 32nd degree member of Scottish Rite Free Masonry, S.J.U.S.A. Valley of Monroe Orient of Louisiana, Downtown Monroe Lions Club, Men's Bible Sunday School Class at First United Methodist Church, Monroe, LA, Republican Party, NARFE (National Association Retired Federal Employees) where he was past State President and currently President Monroe Chapter. Mr. Statham was preceded in death by his parents, Harry and Myrine Statham; brothers, Rufus, Raymond, and Cooper Statham; and baby sister, Faith Myrine Statham. Survivors include his wife, Emma Elizabeth Statham; nephews, Frederick Berna Cooper and Clifton Marvin Cooper; nieces Virginia Cooper Banks and Dorris Elizabeth Cooper; and brothers, Ottis Statham and wife Lucille of Start, LA, Roy Statham and wife Sarah of Chester, SC, Rodney Statham and wife Earline of Calhoun, LA, and C. W. Statham and wife Cynthia of Gilmer, TX; and numerous other nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Byron Atkins, Kary Bryce, Stephen Banks, Roddy (Trey) White, Berna Cooper, and Marvin Cooper. Honorary pallbearers will be the members of the Men's Bible Class from First United Methodist Church, Loop Road, Monroe, LA. Visitation will be Sunday from 1:00 PM until service time at the church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

JESSE J. SCOTT JR Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA A Graveside service for Jesse J. Scott Jr., 87, of Crowville, LA will be held at Harris Cemetery on Monday, March 23, 2009 at 10:00 AM with Rev. Paul Stephens officiating under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Mr. Scott was born February 12, 1922 in Crowville, LA and passed away Saturday March 21, 2009 at Franklin Medical Center in Winnsboro. He was a Draftsman, a Bee Keeper for Scott Bee Co. and a member of the Masonic Lodge. He served as Secretary/ Treasurer of the Lone Pine Baptist Church for 20 years. He enjoyed playing Tennis into his eighties. He Served in the U.S. Navy as a Lt. and Gunman of a B-24 Bomber. He was preceded in Death by: Father Jesse Jabe Scott ,Mother-Clara (Hosea) Scott, 2 brothers George Author Scott and Adrian Scott Survivors include: Wife-Elouise (Caldwell) Scott of Winnsboro, LA; Daughter-Dale (Scott) Glasscock and husband Ray of West Monroe, LA; Sister Edythe Russell and wife Julian of Winnsboro, LA; Sister in law Margerie Dozier of West Monroe, LA; 2 grandsonsJody Glasscock of West Monroe, LA and Jeff Glasscock of Crowville, LA; 2 Great grand children-Sarah and Jacob Glasscock. The family will receive friends at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM Sunday, March 22, 2009. To leave an online condolence for the family please visit www.youngscommunity. com

TOMMY J. REYNOLDS Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Tommy J. Reynolds, 73, of Monroe, will be held at 3:00 PM Sunday, March 22, 2009 at Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church with Rev. Joe Solomon and Rev. Weldon Bares officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Reynolds was born October 13, 1935 in Rosedale, MS to Grace Viola Nicholson Reynolds and Tom Jackson Reynolds and passed away Friday, March 20, 2009. Tommy grew up on Refuge Plantation in Washington County, MS. He fulfilled a dream of becoming a pilot and after high school learned to fly at Abide Aero in Greenville, MS, and soon moved to Monroe to fly pipeline for McMahon Aviation. He later went to work for Ford, Bacon and Davis, where he began his corporate aviation career. Tommy's aviation career spanned over forty years, where he maintained and flew all types of corporate aircraft. He was also instrumental in spreading his love of flying to numerous young pilots who have gone on to have successful careers in aviation. After flying, he held positions with Petroleum Helicopter and Boeing Aircraft Company before leaving aviation. Of all his projects, his greatest accomplishment was his family. His love for his wife was evident in the way in which he wouldn't leave her side when her health was failing. His presence will be missed; however his spirit will live in each of us. Mr. Reynolds was preceded in death by his parents, Grace Viola and Tom Jackson; wife, Dorothy Watkins Reynolds; son, Mark Anthony Reynolds; brother, Charles Reynolds; sister, Clara Reynolds Born. Survivors include his children, Thomas Dwayn Reynolds and wife Chyleen, David Allen Reynolds and wife Blanche, Marilyn Reynolds Bryant and husband Steve, and daughter-in-law, Kimberly Reynolds Cathey and husband Tom; grand children, Erica Crystal Reynolds, Mark Colby Reynolds, Thomas Jared Reynolds, Bailie Jordan Bryant, Tyler Kale Reynolds, Tom Jackson Reynolds, Mark Mattison Reynolds, and Anna-Beth Bryant; sister, Vivian Reynolds Marchett. Tommy had a deep devotion to his church and church family that was clearly evident in his everyday walk. Pallbearers and honorary pallbearers are the members of the pastor's class at Lea Joyner United Methodist Church. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Saturday, March 21, 2009 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Ruth Ann Buono, 53
MER ROUGE — Ruth Ann Moore-Buono, a warehouse manager, died Saturday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Auba Mae McCain, 92
WINNSBORO — Auba Mae McCain, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home chapel, Winnsboro. Burial is in Ogden Cemetery, Liddieville.

Phyllis Stowe, 52
KELLY — Phyllis Stowe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Antommaria, Carter Layne: 10 a.m. Monday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.
Johnson, Callie Mae: 2:30 p.m. Sunday, True Vine Baptist Church, Monroe.
Reynolds, Tommy Jearl: 3 p.m. Sunday, Lea Joyner Memorial Untied Methodist Church, Monroe.
Statham, Harry Taylor: 2 p.m. Sunday, First United Methodist Church, Loop Road, Monroe.

March 23 , 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

MR. RALPH STEVENS Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Ralph Stevens 83, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 24, 2009 at Living Way Apostolic Church in West Monroe, Interment to follow at Riverview Cemetery Monroe. Rev. Carl Shurte, Rev. Joel Hemphill and Rev Nathan Thornton will be officiating, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mr. Stevens was born December 23, 1925 in Huttig, AR and died March 22, 2009 in West Monroe. Mr. Stevens served his country proudly with the U.S. Navy during World War II, and was a member of Living Way Apostolic Church for over 50 years. He retired from LSU Medical Center as a painter. Mr. Stevens was preceded in death by his grand-daughter, Patsy Lynn Stevens; brothers, Edward Stevens and Ray Stevens; sister, Loraine Nelson. Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Reba Stevens; four sons, Ezra Stevens and wife Shorty, Robert Stevens and wife Debbie, Charles Stevens and Paul Stevens; two brothers, Jake Stevens and Harold Stevens; sister, Lynn Jones; 7 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be James Mayo, Marlin Jones, Willie Kerrigan, James Johnson, Eddie Tidwell, Kenny Chilton and Alsey Franks. Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Monday at Living Way Apostolic Church. Online condolenses may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

SONYA PEROT HEMPHILL Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Sonya Perot Hemphill, 38, of Sterlington, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Monday, March 23, 2009 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe with Rev. Curtis Wilson officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Sonya Hemphill passed away Saturday, March 21, 2009. She was born on February 4, 1971 in Monroe, LA to George and Betty Perot. Sonya loved her family, especially her "boys", Bradley, Brock, and Brennan. She also loved her job, working with pre-k students at A.L. Smith Elementary School. Whenever she would see her students or former students in public, they always ran up for the hug they knew they would receive. She felt a great sense of pride in knowing that she had a positive impact on the lives of so many children. Sonya's favorite places were the beach, which she visited yearly with her friends and family, and her back porch, where she would sit and watch the bayou that she grew up on and loved. She will be greatly missed. She is preceded in death by her grandparents, Yancy and Ethel Perot, and Leonard and Estelle Snell. Survivors include her husband, Jeff Hemphill; sons, Bradley Hemphill and Brock Hemphill; grandson, Brennan Hemphill; parents, George and Betty Perot; sister, Tressie Perot; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Jason Frith, Eric Cook, Kendall Cash, Wesley Yarbrough, Kevin Armstrong, and David Eley. The family requests all donations in memory of Sonya be made to a fund at Marion State Bank to purchase playground equipment for the pre-k playground at the new A.L. Smith Elementary School. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Kristian Gauge Adams, infant
OLLA — Kristian Gauge Adams, infant son of Layton and Christina Adams, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at Zion Hill Baptist Church, Olla. Visitation is 4:30-9 p.m. Thursday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Burial will be in Rosefield Cemetery, near Olla.

Martha Atkins, 21
SICILY ISLAND — Martha Atkins died Thursday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Saturday at New Salem Cemetery, Sicily Island. Arrangements are under the direction of Richardson-Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Uzia Atkins, 57
Uzia Atkins, of Monroe, a laborer, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Holly Grove Baptist Church, Wisner. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Janie Mae Bracy, 57
Janie Mae Bracy, of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at St. Joe Baptist Church, Rhymes. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Job's Hill Cemetery.

Ruth Moore-Buono, 53
MER ROUGE — Ruth A. Moore-Buono, a warehouse manager, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at the Moore-Buono home, Mer Rouge. Arrangements are under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Leamon Butler, 87
LOS ANGELES — Leamon Butler, formerly of Bosco, a shipbuilder, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Cuba Baptist Church, Bosco. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Freddie Lewis Carr, 71
ST. JOSEPH — Freddie Lewis Carr, retired town maintenance worker, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton. Arrangements are under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Kevin Chisolm, 47
TALLULAH — Kevin Chisolm, a laborer, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Delhi.

Clyde Bill Easterling, 67
Clyde Bill Easterling, of West Monroe, a retired insurance manager, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

John Eaton Jr., 82
John Eaton Jr., of Monroe, a retired clerk, died March 18. Services are noon Saturday at Mary Goss Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Philadelphia Cemetery, Crowville.

Bennie Faye Griffith, 75
JONESBORO — Bennie Faye Griffith, a nurse, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Green Acres Memorial Park, Vicksburg, Miss.

Earmer Hemphill, 72
TALLULAH — Earmer Hemphill, a laborer, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at First Colored Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 10 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Morning Rest Memorial Park (Buckner Addition), Tallulah, under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Delhi.

Don Eugene Hendricks, 74
Don Eugene Hendricks, of Monroe, retired from General Motors, died Tuesday. Service is 11 a.m. Thursday at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness, Garrett Road. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road.

James King Jr., 39
ALEXANDRIA — James King Jr., a laborer, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Brownville Baptist Church, Columbia. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in St. Paul Church Cemetery, Columbia.

Cheryl Logan, 50
Cheryl Logan, of Monroe, a direct care technician, died March 18. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Zion Springs Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Thursday and 1-6 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial services are private.

Floy A. McCartney, 78
DELHI — Floy A. McCartney, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Holly Ridge Baptist Church, Holly Ridge. Burial will be in Delhi Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Kathryn McMillon, 67
CALHOUN — Kathryn "Pudgie" McMillon, a beautician, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. Thursday until service time. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Mary Lee Minninger, 82
Mary Lee Minninger, of Monroe, a medical transcriptionist, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road.

Mary Frost Moore, 82
Mary Lee Frost Moore, of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Jessie Mae Saulsberry, 53
Jessie Mae Dean Saulsberry, of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Greater Free Gift Baptist Church. Visitation is 4-7 p.m. Saturday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Thelma Smith, 89
SHREVEPORT — Thelma Smith, formerly of Alto, a librarian, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Alto Baptist Church, Alto. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Velma Swayzer, 80
WISNER — Velma Swayzer, a beautician, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Richardson-Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Media Roach Thurmon, 80
Media J. Roach Thurmon, a retired guard at Wade Correctional Center, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Weldon Baptist Church, Bernice. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the church. Burial will be in Weldon Cemetery, Bernice, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

George White, 44
George White of Monroe, a laborer, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Cannon, Mary Evelyn Wade: noon Thursday, First Baptist Church, Newellton.
Dunn, Donald D.: 2 p.m. Saturday, Richwood High School, Richwood.
Grove, Michael Eugene: 2 p.m. Thursday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.
Leggett, Thomas Carley: 10 a.m. Thursday, Bethel Baptist Church, West Monroe.
Mills, Mary Tolbert: 10 a.m. Thursday, Calvary Tabernacle Assembly of God, Grayson.
Owens, Eugene: 11 a.m. Saturday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Taylor, Joshua: Noon Thursday, Chase Pentecostal Church, Chase.

March 24 , 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

BOBBIE RUTH ANDERS OLDHAM Edmonds Funeral Home Jonesboro, LA Funeral services for Bobbie Ruth Anders Oldham of Chatham will be held on Wednesday, March 25, 2009 at Chatham United Methodist Church in Chatham, LA., at 10:00 A.M. Officiating will be Rev. Jimmie Pyles, Rev. Lala Cooper and Ryan Garrett. Interment will follow in the Chatham Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 24, 2009 from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at Chatham United Methodist Church. Mrs. Oldham was born on January 11, 1928 and passed away on March 22, 2009. She was 81. She is survived by her loving husband, Harold W. Oldham of Chatham, LA., one brother, Edward B. Anders and wife Jolene of Natchitoches, LA., one sister, Frances Algene Hearne of Chatham, LA., one son, Douglas Garrett and wife Karen of Pineville, LA., one daughter, Deborah Loggin of West Monroe, LA., two step-daughters, Tanya Colvin and husband Matt of West Palm Beach, FL., and Cristy Oldham of Benton, LA., four grandchildren, April Loggin, Jason, Ryan and Megan Garrett, five great-grandchildren, James Loggin, Cassie Boles, Lindsey Alford, Caroline Garrett and Ruby Kate Colvin. Mrs. Oldham was also survived by many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her loving parents, Marshall and Velma Anders of Chatham, LA. Mrs. Oldham was an active member of Chatham United Methodist Church in Chatham, LA., and Trinity Baptist Church in Pineville, LA., she was a member and officer of the American Business Womens' Association and also a member and officer of IAPES, she previously worked for the Peoples Bank in Chatham, LA., and was retired from the Louisiana Department of Employment Security in Monroe, LA. Pallbearers will be, Ryan Garrett, James T. Stewart, Bobby Rucker, Pat Miller, Dwight Cooper and Bill Leatherman. Honorary pallbearers will be, Mike Anders, Marvin Davis and Bobby Greer.

CHRISTOPHER MICHAEL HOLLIER Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville Funeral services were held Monday, March 23, 2009 at a 10:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Christopher Michael Hollier, 59, who died Friday, March 20, 2009 at Abbeville General Hospital. He was laid to rest at St. Mary Magdalen Cemetery with Reverend William C. Blanda officiating the services. Pallbearers were, Michael and Kevin deValcourt, Keith Cascio, Alvin Primeaux, Bill Broussard, and Dr. Paul Jude Hollier. Honorary pallbearers were J.D. Cascio, John Hollier, Jr., Bobby Neveaux, Kenneth Cascio, Jarred Franklin, Pratt Lewis and Joseph Marinari. Christopher was an avid baseball fan, fisherman and strong competitor in the Special Olympics. He was a devout spiritual person with love in his heart for everyone he knew and was loved by all who knew him. He is survived by his brother, John Edmund Hollier and wife Evelyn of Abbeville, three sisters, Roberta Anne Hollier, PhD, of San Francisco, CA; Jeanne H. deValcourt of Abbeville and Patricia Ruth and J.D. Cascio of Monroe, LA; and numerous nieces and nephews, Michael Mark deValcourt, John Kevin deValcourt, Stephanie Marie Marinari, John E. Hollier, Jr., Charles Brian Hollier, Marcia Christine Hollier, Maria Angelle H. Zerangue, Patrice H. Thibodeaux, Dr. Paul Jude Hollier, Keith Cascio, Kenneth Cascio, Karen C. Franklin and Kathryn E. Lewis, PhD. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Marie Louise Hebert Hollier. His family would like to offer a special thanks to his sitters for the wonderful care they gave him, Pat, Dot, Geraldine and Irene, also LTAC and the 3rd floor staff at Abbeville General. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.vincent-abbeville.com. All funeral arrangements are being conducted by Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville (337) 893-4661.

DAVID LEE WITHERINGTON Kilpatrick Funeral Homes West Monroe, LA Memorial services for Mr. David Lee Witherington, 75, of Monroe, LA will be at 7:00 PM, Tuesday, March 24, 2009 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Charles Headrick will officiate. Mr. Witherington was born June 3, 1933 in Calhoun, LA and passed away March 21, 2009 at his home. He was a retired salesman and musician. David was preceded in death by his mother, Maude B. Witherington; father, James Ernest Witherington; a son, Davie Witherington; sisters, Juanita Griswold and Faye Harper; brothers, Charles C. Witherington and James B. Witherington; several nieces and nephews. Survivors include a son, Danny Witherington and wife Marcy; daughter, Brandi Rae Wells; 3 grandchildren,Holly Witherington, Benton and Owen Wells; sisters, Gladys Miles, Annette Robertson and husband Terry and many caring family and friends. Dave's last days were peaceful and loving thanks to Doctor's Hospice, special thanks to Muffin Edwards and many loving family members and friends. He will be greatly missed by all. Visitation will be held from 6:00 PM until service time at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

DENNIS MOODY, JR. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Dennis Moody Jr., 52 of West Monroe will be held at 3:30 PM, Wednesday, March 25, 2009 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Rev. Troy Patrick will officiate. Interment will follow at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens West Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Moody was born May 6, 1956 in Monroe, LA and passed away March 21, 2009 in West Monroe, LA. Mr. Moody was employed at Drew Elementary as Building Supervisor. During his years at Drew he touched many young lives. He also worked at Riverside Coney Island. He was preceded in death by parents, Dennis Sr. and Maxine Moody. He is survived by his wife, Donna Moody; children, Dawn Pennington and husband Toby and their children, Amiee Moody, Timothy Scott Holdiness, Gregory Scott Holdiness, Samantha and Matthew Pennington, Denise Smith and husband Scott and their children, Christopher, Geoffrey and Dayton Smith, Dana McVay and husband Eugene and their children Trey and Lachelle McVay, and Landon McVay, Delphia Moody, and future son-in-law Steve Williams, and their children, Corey and Brianna Williams; great uncle, Ernest Moody; special friends, Tom and Willine Hardy, fellow employees at Riverside Coney Island, and fellow Drew Elementary co-workers and numerous other friends. Pallbearers will be Ricky Lee Duff, Mike Bowyer, Jimmy Frezno, Anthony Ard, George Booth, Paul Crain, Ronald Hattaway and Brent Pennington. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

JAMES GLENN "BUDDY" HUNDLEY Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. James Glenn "Buddy" Hundley, 78, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, March 25, 2009. Rev. Woods Watson will officiate. Interment to follow at Antioch Cemetery, Eros, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Hundley was born November 10, 1930 in Columbia, LA and passed away March 22, 2009 in Monroe, LA. He was retired from Manville as press printer. Mr. Hundley was a member of First Baptist Church West Monroe where he served as an usher. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Debra Lynn Hundley. Mr. Hundley is survived by his wife; Dorothy Virginia Hundley; a daughter, Dewanna Hundley. Pallbearers will be fellow ushers at First Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation will be held from 9:30 AM until service time at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

RITA FAYE OSBURN HIXON Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral Services for Mrs. Rita Faye Osburn Hixon, 64, of Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday, March 25, 2009 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA with Rev. Jeff Smart officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Hixon was born on July 21, 1944 and passed away on March 21, 2009 in Monroe, LA. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Swartz, a retired school bus driver for Ouachita Parish School Board, and a member of West Monroe WBA and Monroe WBA. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jewel Ferrand Osburn and William Osburn; sister, Pat LeButt; brothers, Billy Joe Osburn and Morris Glenn Osburn; father-in-law, Sam C. Hixon, Sr.; mother-in-law, Viloa V. Brooks Hixon; and sister-in-law, Jessie B. Hixon Deal. She is survived by her husband of forty-seven years, Prentice M. Hixon; children, Tina Hixon, Scott Hixon and wife Tammy, B.J. Moore and husband Mike, and Benjamin T. Hixon; special cousin, Shelby J. Aufiere and husband David; nine grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; sister-in-law, Mattie L. Foster; sisters, Linda Tuggle and husband Joe, Wanda Woods and husband Terry, Barbara Jones, Judy Rea and husband James; brother-in-law, Sam C. Hixon, Jr. and wife Virginia; numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be David Aufiere, Joe Tuggle, Glenn Beach, Lynn Beach, James Rea, and Sam C. Hixon, Jr. Honorary pallbearers will be Tommy Hixon, Maurice Nelson, Brandon Clarkson, Robert Clarkson, Jr., Jerry Miles, Mike Moore, and all of her great nephews. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Tuesday, March 24, 2009 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

See March 23, 2009 for previous listings.

March 25, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

ALTON "MR. AL" PIPKIN Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Memorial Services for Alton "Mr. Al" Pipkin, 62, of Rayville, LA will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday, March 25, 2009 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA with Dr. Ernest Winburn officiating. Mr. Pipkin was born on August 25, 1946 in Oak Grove, LA and passed away on March 22, 2009 at the Rayville Rehab and Nurse Care Center. He was a Specialist 4 with the U.S. Army serving in Vietnam. Mr. Al was a truck driver along with many other job titles. Mr. Pipkin enjoyed fishing, frog hunting and spending time with his friends. He was a member of the First Baptist Church in Rayville, LA. Mr. Pipkin is preceded in death by his parents, Jesse Hulet and Eunice Irene Pipkin. Survivors include his two daughters, Sharron Hollis and Lisa Nealy both of West Monroe, LA; grand daughter, Autumn Alaynah Witten of West Monroe, LA and sisters, Jesse Irene Hendrix and husband LaVelle and Bertha Jerome Morse; special friend, Linda Briley and many close friends in Rayville, LA. Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until Service Time at Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA. Dad will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

FLOY A MCCARTNEY Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA Floy A. McCartney, 78, passed from this life on March 24, 2009. She was born on May 14, 1930, in Holly Ridge, LA. Services will be on March 26, 2009, at 10:00 AM at Holly Ridge Baptist Church. Bro. Jamie McCartney and Dr. Ernest Winburn will officiate. Interment will follow in Delhi Masonic Cemetery, under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. She is preceded in death by her husband Jake "Red" McCartney, a daughter Pam McCartney, parents Palmer and Maude Antley, and a sister Lottie Eubanks. She is survived by a son Buddy McCartney and wife June of Rayville, three grandchildren Kim Mills and husband Cliff of Rayville, Toni Elkins and husband Vance of Monroe, and Brian McCartney of Dallas, TX, and eight great grandchildren Cole, Kylie, Caroline, and Conner Mills and Avery, Spencer, Mac, and Sadie Elkins. She is also survived by two sisters Margaret George and Gloria Powell. She was a devoted mother and sister and loved her grandchildren and great grandchildren more than life itself. The family would life to express a deep gratitude to the many special caretakers that Mrs. McCartney had in her later years, The Olive Branch in Tallulah, Deerfield Nursing Home in Delhi, Crossroad Hospice of Delhi, and Sitters Margaret Williams, Othell Mize, Rosie Kenly, and Marie Smalling. Pallbearers for the service will be Larry Neathery, Jes McCartney, Bud Book, David Moore, Carey J. Ellis, and Paul Golden. Visitation will be 5:00 PM- 9:00 PM, Wednesday, at Brown-Holley Funeral Home. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneral homes.com

KATHRYN "PUDGIE" MCMILLON Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Kathryn "Pudgie" McMillon, 67, of Calhoun, LA will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday March 26, 2009 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Rev. Phil Middleton officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe, LA. Mrs. McMillon died March 23, 2009 in Calhoun, LA. She enjoyed cooking, listening to West Monroe Rebel's football games, watching her grandson's (Josh) MMA Fights and sitting out by a camp fire. She was a loving mother and grandmother and her family was her life. Mrs. McMillon is preceded in death by her husband Jimmy McMillon. Survivors include her children, Dawn Brown and husband Ron, DeAnn Lee and husband Buddy, Jodi McMillon, and Jennifer Chandler; grandchildren, Josh, Kolt, Dalton, Kole, Katelyn, Kiersten, Lane, Dylan and Jake. Pallbearers will be her grandsons, Larry Painich, and Josh Grant. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Wednesday March 25, 2009 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MARY LEE MINNINGER Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Lee Minninger, 82, of Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, March 26, 2009, at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church with Msgr. Edmund Moore and Rev. Mark Watson officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe. Mrs. Minninger was born on Christmas day in 1926 and passed away Monday. March 23, 2009. She was a graduate of Anguilla High School in Mississippi and later attended Delta State College. She was a member of Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church. Mrs. Minninger was employed by St. Francis Medical Center for the last 20 years. She formally owned and operated a Dress Shop and there made many close and lifelong friends. Mrs. Minninger was a lifelong lover of music and was still enjoying voice and piano lessons. Becoming a member of the St. Gregory Chorale Choir at Jesus the Good Shepherd helped her to accomplish her life long dream, traveling to Rome with the choir and singing in numerous Cathedrals. One of her passions was visiting Holy Places such as cathedrals and was fortunate enough to visit several throughout Europe and sing in some. Mrs. Minninger was a member of the Quota Club and a former volunteer at St. Francis Medical Center. One of her many loves was spending time strolling through her yard guiding her beloved Johnny in the placing of many plants and flowers that adorned her yard. To all who knew her she was the epitome of a true southern lady. She enjoyed the time she spent with her granddaughter, Ashley, while attending graduate school at ULM. Being a good baseball mom she spent numerous hours at the ball park watching her four boys play and her husband coach them as well as her sons coaching her grandsons. Her greatest love was time spent with her family. Survivors include her husband of sixty-one years, John Minninger; children, Linda Miller and husband Tommy of Huttig, AR; Pete Minninger; David Minninger and wife Anne all of Monroe, LA; Richard Minninger and wife Cheryl of Grayson, LA; and Brad Minninger of Monroe, LA; sister, Ginny Bufkin; brother, Joe Martin both of Madison, MS; and grandchildren, Mary Ashley Miller, Matt Minninger, Bershen Minninger, Stuart Baum, Zachary Baum, and Spencer Baum. Pallbearers will be Joe Reljac, Tom Grigson, Carey Zeagler, Ed Regan, Craig Lott, and Dennis Lasuzzo. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM and a Vigil Wake will be held at 6:00 PM, Wednesday, March 25, 2009 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church or to St. Judes Childrens Research Hospital. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MICHAEL EUGENE GROVE Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Memorial services for Mr. Michael Eugene Grove, 62, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, March 26, 2009 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in West Monroe, LA. Rev. Woods Watson will officiate. Interment will be private under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Grove was born October 25, 1946 in Wichita, KS and passed away March 20, 2009 in Monroe, LA as a result of an accident. He was a veteran and in the United States Air Force a life member of Amvet Post 66. Mr. Grove was a Auto Broker and owner of Grove Motor Company. He is survived by his wife, Dawn Grove, half brothers; Ron Salley and Phillip Grove, daughter; Jan Hart, grandsons; Mason and Dylan Hart, granddaughter; Trinitee Walker. Visitation will be held Thursday, March 26, 2009 from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

MICHAEL LANDON MILES Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Michael Landon Miles was born in Monroe, LA on July 8, 1952. On March 19, 2009, he succumbed to Acute Myelogenous Leukemia at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. Michael first went to school in Meridian, MS upon his family's return home to Monroe, he attended Georgia Tucker Elementary, Lee Junior High, and graduated from Neville in 1970. He took classes at Louisiana Tech and Northeast Louisiana University; in 1985, he graduated from LSU, and remained an ardent Tiger fan throughout his life. Michael was a lifelong sports enthusiast and especially loved baseball. After starting in the Minor Leagues in Joliet, IL, he played in Monroe's Little and Dixie Leagues. His wide range of interests led him to jobs in a variety of fields and places: he spent time on the Alaskan pipeline, sold car phones in Baton Rouge in the 80's, and was a realtor and real estate appraiser in Pensacola. In 2006, Michael and his wife Mary turned their love for technology, music, and film into a business, Digital Imaging, LLC. Michael is survived by his wife Mary Dossett Miles, daughter Megan Moncrief of New York, his parents Landon and Virginia Miles, his sister Margaret McInnis and her husband Mike McInnis, and his aunt Juanita V. Ash, all of Monroe, his niece, Jenny Barnes Stacey and husband George and their children Mae, Barnes, and Margaret of Gadsden, AL and his nephew, Price Barnes and wife Christie of Nashville, TN. The family wishes to thank Dr. Owen Meyers and Dr. Marshall Leary of Monroe, as well as Dr. Cortes, Dr. Thomas, Dr. O'Brien, Dr. Borthakur, Dr. Estrov, Dr. Sampat, Dr. Velev, and the nurses and staff of MD Anderson for their expert care and kindness; thank you also to the doctors and lab technicians at the Holly Hall Blood Bank. The world is full of wonderful people, and when given the opportunity to step forth and aid Michael in the battle for life, the following individuals donated white blood cells: Bill Haile and Janice Pomeroy of Baton Rouge, Shane Dossett, Emily Rash, and Tammye Turpin of Monroe, Greg Elliott and the eight anonymous volunteers of Houston. Our thanks also to the many who went for screening in order to donate. A private cremation ceremony was held at Brookside Funeral Home and Cemetery in Houston, Texas, on Tuesday, March 24, 2009 at 2:00 PM. Visitation will be from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM followed immediately by a Memorial Celebration at Mulhearn Funeral Home 165/Sterlington Road. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to MD Anderson Leukemia Center, the Ouachita Parish Humane Society, the Monroe Youth Baseball Association, or a charity of your choice. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

ROBERT K. LAIRD Crothers Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah, LA Funeral services for Robert K. (Bob) Laird, age 76, were held Tuesday, March 24, 2009 at 11:00 AM at the First Baptist Church in Tallulah, LA. Mr. Laird was born April 5, 1932, and passed away March 22, 2009. He was a native of Flora, MS, and moved to Tallulah in 1949. Following graduation from Tallulah High School and Louisiana State University, he served three years in the U.S. Air Force. He is preceded in death by his wife Annette Smith Laird and brother Jack Laird and sisters Loraine L. Smith and Maxine L. Stegal. He is survived by daughter and son-in-law, Debbie and Tony Lourens, of Germantown, TN, two grandsons Colin and Tyler Lourens. He is also survived by a brother William E. Laird of Monroe, LA and sister Lynda L. McKellar of Brandon, MS.

SHIRLEY Z. WATTS 8/20/33 3/25/2002 "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 and family.

STELLA MAE FOSTER Brown-Holley Funeral Homes, Oak Grove, LA Funeral services for Stella Mae Foster age 86, will be held 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, March 23, 2009 at New Prospect Baptist Church in Pioneer, LA with Rev. John White officiating. Interment will follow in Epps Cemetery in Epps, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home of Oak Grove. Stella Mae Foster was born on September 25, 1922 in Winnfield, LA and passed away suddenly at her home on Monday, March 23, 2009 in Pioneer, LA. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Malissa Armstrong; a son, Dennis Foster and 5 brothers. Survivors include her husband of 37 years, Lee Foster of Pioneer, LA; five children, Norman Coffman and wife, Susan of Ragley, LA; Rhonda Rains of Ruston, LA; Bruce Foster and wife, Lori of Houston, TX; David Foster and wife, Lari of Nashville, TN; and Randy Solomon and wife, Elizabeth of Bloomburg, TX; 12 Grandchildren; 6 Great-Grandchildren; and Numerous Nieces and Nephews. Pallbearers will be Gregory Foster, Keith Smith, Douglas Fairchild; John "Bubba" Kitchens; Terry Tate and Jeffery Philley. Honorary pallbearer will be Emmett Foster. Condolences may be left for the family at brownholleyfuneral homes.com

See March 23, 2009 for previous deaths.

March 26, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

BOBBIE "PETE" NELL FATHEREE Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Services for Mrs. Bobbie Nell "Pete" Moore Fatheree, age 62 of Grayson, will be 10:00 AM, Friday, March 27, 2009 from the sanctuary of Bank Springs Baptist Church in Columbia with Bro. Eddie Riley and Bro. Chuck Stapleton officiating. Interment will follow at Belah Cemetery in Jena. Visitation will be Thursday evening from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM at Bank Springs Baptist Church in Columbia. Mrs. Fatheree was born on August 31, 1946 in Clarks to the union of Ervin "Buck" Otis and Lillie Evelyn Sanders Fatheree and passed away on Tuesday, March 24, 2009 at Citizens Medical Center. She was a member of Bank Springs Baptist Church and a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her parents, her niece; Jamie King and nephew; Johnnie Lutrick, Jr. Survivors include her husband of 38 years; Kenneth R. Fatheree of Grayson, two daughters; Lisa Staton and husband, Randy of Queen Creek, AR and Janet Cruse and husband, Dan of Kelly, two brothers; Otis Moore and wife, Wilma of Woodstock, IL and Shep Moore and wife, Carolyn of Grayson, seven sisters; Virtie Lee Short and husband, John of Grayson, Louise Franklin and husband, James of Grayson, Sue Moore of Columbia, Lola Bradford of Olla, Dottie Lutrick and husband, Johnnie of West Monroe, Patsy Eicherberger of West Monroe and Recie King and husband, Andy of West Monroe and four grandchildren; Jamie Staton, Dylan Caraway, Alexis Caraway and Sierra Cruse. Pallbearers are Johnnie Lutrick, Sr., Ray Bradford, Jimmy Bradford, Keith King, Acey Willbanks, Glenn Pauley, Max Scroggs and Shannon Fatheree. Honorary pallbearers are Michael Scroggs, George Zeigler and Terry Wilbanks. Online condolences may be made at www.riser funeralhomes .com

JANET W. BRANTLEY Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Janet W. Brantley, 73, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Friday, March 27, 2009, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Mr. Dennis Mitchell officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Brantley passed away Wednesday, March 25, 2009. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jesse James Brantley, Sr.; brothers, William Lawrence Wagner, Jr., Vincent Harry Wagner, and Daniel Gordon Wagner; sisters, Bernice Schlarb, Florence Wagner, Constance Wagner, and Lois Ann Wagner; and step grandchild, Chelsea Kershaw. Survivors include her son, Jesse James Brantley, Jr. and wife Tammy of Jennings, LA; daughter Vicky Douglas and husband Cam of Monroe, LA; grandchildren, Victoria "Tori" Douglas and Virginia "Ginny" Douglas, both of Monroe, LA; step grand children, Lacie and Tony Kershaw of Jennings, LA, and Sunday Douglas Daly of Lafayette, LA; and brothers, Donald Wagner and wife Connie of Glenshaw, PA, and Richard Wagner and wife Kathleen of Pittsburgh, PA. Pallbearers will be Jesse Brantley, Bill Brantley, Mark Brantley, Mike Barmore, Ryan Gresham, and Karl Davis. Visitation will be Thursday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The family would like to extend special thanks to Denise Bonner and Hospice Family Alliance, and Dr.'s Marshall and Harter, the 7th floor staff at St. Francis Medical Center, especially Jereolyn, and to Tammy for their loving care. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MARION M. BARKLEY Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA A celebration of the life for Mr. Marion M. Barkley, 70, of Monroe, LA formerly of Sumter, SC will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, March 28, 2009 in the chapel of Louisiana War Veteran's Home with Pastor Mike Back officiating. Mr. Barkley retired from the United States Army after twenty years of service. He is preceded in death by his parents, Archie and Sudie Barkley and brother William Barkley. He is survived by his loving wife of fifty-one years, Arlette Barkley; children, Mike Barkley of Monroe, David Barkley and wife Sandy of Shreveport, LA, Annette and husband C.C. Flanagan of Monroe; three granddaughters, Kendra, Lauren, and Andria; one grandson, Joshua; two great grandchildren, Christopher Lee and Jessa Lynn Renee; two brothers, Archie and James Barkley; and sister, Margaret Launius. The family would like to thank the staff at the Veteran's Home, the 5th floor nursing staff at St. Francis North, Hospice Care of Louisiana, and a special thank you to J. Dean Stockstill, M.D. for their compassionate care. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Kevin Chisolm, 47
TALLULAH — Kevin Chisolm, a laborer, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Delhi.

Clyde Bill Easterling, 67
Clyde Bill Easterling, of West Monroe, a retired insurance manager, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Mary Frost Moore, 82
Mary Lee Frost Moore, of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Velma Swayzer, 80
WISNER — Velma Swayzer, a beautician, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Richardson-Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

George White, 44
George White of Monroe, a laborer, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

March 27 , 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CLYDE BILL EASTERLING Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. Clyde Bill Easterling, 67, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, March 28, 2009 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Rev. Jeff Holloway officiating. Interment will follow at Serenity Gardens Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Clyde loved fishing, working in his yard and gardening. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. Mr. Easterling is preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Florine Easterling. He is survived by his wife, Shirley Easterling; six children, Carolyn Taylor, Michael Chenevert and wife Elizabeth, David Chenevert and wife Donna, Sandra Styron and fiancé Barney Robertson, Randy Johnson and fiancé Andrea Edmonson, and Cheryl Johnson and husband Quentin; twelve grand children; ten great grandchildren; and sisters, Bobbie Martin and Esther McGee. Pallbearers will be Richard Dunn, Dennis Joe Mayhall, Quentin Johnson, James Pappas, Travis Martin, and Barney Robertson. Honorary pallbearer will be Joseph Johnson. Visitation will be from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM Friday, March 27, 2009 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

JANICE ROBERTS EVANS Mothe Funeral Home New Orleans, LA Janice Roberts Evans passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2009 at the age of 88. Beloved wife of the late Robert G. Evans. Mother of Ronald J. Evans, Robert G. Evans, Jr., Janice Evans Hamilton, and Jeffrey M. Evans. Mother in law of Barbara Evans, Patsy Evans, and Gary Hamilton. Daughter of the late Grover C. Roberts and Ella Johnston Roberts of Downsville, LA. Sister of the late James F. Roberts and Justine M. Collingsworth. Survived by 9 grand children and 3 great-grandchildren. A native of Downsville, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA for the past 55 years. Relatives and Friends of the Family, also former employees of Evans Industries and members of P.E.O. Sisterhood, are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Gretna, LA on Saturday, March 28, 2009 at 11 AM. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation will take place on Saturday morning at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA from 8:30 AM until 10:30 AM. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to the Westbank Association for Retarded Children (A.R.C.) at 523 Cook Street, Gretna, LA 70053. For information or directions, please call 504.366.4343

MARY LEE FROST MOORE Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Lee Frost Moore, 82, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 1:00 PM Saturday, March 28, 2009 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home with Dr. Lionel Crowell officiating. Interment will follow in the New Chapel Hill Baptist Church Cemetery. Mrs. Moore was born on April 2, 1926 and passed away in the comfort of her home Wednesday, March 25, 2009 following a lengthy illness. Mrs. Moore was a member of First Baptist Church of West Monroe, LA, where she was a member of the Senior Adult Sunday School Class. She was a co-owner of Frost Trailer Parts, Inc. of West Monroe, LA. Her generosity and kind heart were an inspiration to all who knew and loved her. She is preceded in death by her father, Albert Sidney Frost and her mother, Annie Mae Gilliland Frost of West Monroe. Survivors include her beloved husband of 54 years, Oliver Ellsworth Moore, Jr.; daughter, Linda Moore Richardson and husband Gary of Nashville, TN; son, Oliver E. "Skip" Moore, III and wife Nancy of West Monroe, LA; brother, James Albert Frost; and six grand children; Sidney and Matt Richardson, Olivia and Laura Beth Moore, and Jay and Emily Bailes. Pallbearers will be Velton Frost, Frank Rose, Michael Rose, Robert Ballard, Patrick Campbell, and Jay Bailes. Visitation will be held from 11:00 AM until service time on Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. The family would like to thank all of Mimi's caregivers, including Hospice Care of Northeast Louisiana, along with Betty Foy and Sandra Buchan for the special care and devotion shown during her illness. We would like to give a special thank you to Mrs. Clara Elmore, for her many years of exceptional love and care. We would also like to thank the "girls" of her Sunday School Class, for their continued love and concern. Memorials may be made to the Gideons International at P.O. Box 989, West Monroe, LA 71294. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

MICHAEL LANDON MILES Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Michael Landon Miles was born in Monroe, LA on July 8, 1952. On March 19, 2009, he succumbed to Acute Myelogenous Leukemia at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, Texas. Michael first went to school in Meridian, MS upon his family's return home to Monroe, he attended Georgia Tucker Elementary, Lee Junior High, and graduated from Neville in 1970. He took classes at Louisiana Tech and Northeast Louisiana University; in 1985, he graduated from LSU, and remained an ardent Tiger fan throughout his life. Michael was a lifelong sports enthusiast and especially loved baseball. After starting in the Minor Leagues in Joliet, IL, he played in Monroe's Little and Dixie Leagues. His wide range of interests led him to jobs in a variety of fields and places: he spent time on the Alaskan pipeline, sold car phones in Baton Rouge in the 80's, and was a realtor and real estate appraiser in Pensacola. In 2006, Michael and his wife Mary turned their love for technology, music, and film into a business, Digital Imaging, LLC. Michael is survived by his wife Mary Dossett Miles, daughter Megan Moncrief of New York, his parents Landon and Virginia Miles, his sister Margaret McInnis and her husband Mike McInnis, and his aunt Juanita V. Ash, all of Monroe, his niece, Jenny Barnes Stacey and husband George and their children Mae, Barnes, and Margaret of Gadsden, AL and his nephew, Price Barnes and wife Christie of Nashville, TN. The family wishes to thank Dr. Owen Meyers and Dr. Marshall Leary of Monroe, as well as Dr. Cortes, Dr. Thomas, Dr. O'Brien, Dr. Borthakur, Dr. Estrov, Dr. Sampat, Dr. Velev, and the nurses and staff of MD Anderson for their expert care and kindness; thank you also to the doctors and lab technicians at the Holly Hall Blood Bank. The world is full of wonderful people, and when given the opportunity to step forth and aid Michael in the battle for life, the following individuals donated white blood cells: Bill Haile and Janice Pomeroy of Baton Rouge, Shane Dossett, Emily Rash, and Tammye Turpin of Monroe, Greg Elliott and the eight anonymous volunteers of Houston. Our thanks also to the many who went for screening in order to donate. A private cremation ceremony was held at Brookside Funeral Home and Cemetery in Houston, Texas, on Tuesday, March 24, 2009 at 2:00 PM. Visitation will be from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, Friday, March 27, 2009, followed immediately by a Memorial Celebration at Mulhearn Funeral Home 165/Sterlington Road. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to MD Anderson Leukemia Center, the Ouachita Parish Humane Society, the Monroe Youth Baseball Association, or a charity of your choice. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

ROBERT LEON SMITH Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Robert Leon Smith, 60, of Calhoun, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, March 28, 2009 at First Baptist Church Calhoun, LA with Rev. Neil Everett officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Zion Cemetery, Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Smith was born July 7, 1948 in Calhoun, LA and passed away March 25, 2009 in West Monroe, LA. He was employed with Calhoun Research Center as a farm supervisor for almost 43 years and a member of the First Baptist Church of Calhoun. Mr. Smith was a wonderful husband and father who loved to hunt and fish and will be greatly missed by his family. He was preceded in death by a grandson, Robert Lee Herrington. Mr. Smith is survived by his wife of 42 years, Brenda; daughters, Lisa Herrington and husband Buddy, Tonya Monk and husband Terry; son, Leslie Smith and wife LaRynda; 7 grandchildren; sister, Betty Wiltcher and husband William; and a special nephew, David Smith and a host of friends and loved ones. Pallbearers are Raymond Jordan, Eddie Jordan, Chris Thomas, Gary Wayne Neal, James Lowery and Tony Smith. Honorary pallbearers are Rodney Knowles and Randy Neal. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at First Baptist Church Calhoun, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

TERRY "BUBBA" SANDIFER Terry "Bubba" Sandifer, 61, died March 23, 2009 at home in Calhoun, LA. Services were held Wednesday, March 25, 2009. Mr. Sandifer was a native of Crystal Springs, MS and had lived there most of his life, until moving to Calhoun in the past decade. He was a skilled carpenter, and former truck driver. He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. "Bubba" is preceded in death by his father Woodrow "Bud" Sandifer and mother Lois Sandifer. He is survived by his wife Linda Orr Sandifer of Calhoun, LA; daughter, Anya Sandifer Gilmore, and husband Randall, their children Jessica and Andrew of Jackson, MS; daughter, Kara Sandifer Rice, and husband Kit, their child Kaitlin of Jacksonville, FL; daughter, Annie Sandifer Greer and her husband Thomas, their children Tommy and Allison of Ripley, MS; step-son, Mark Orr and wife Mandy, their child Olivia of Calhoun, LA. Sister, Lois Nell Brown, and husband Frank of Vera, OK; Sister, Nita Faye Murchison of Shreveport, LA; Many more extended family members and close friends.

THELMA SMITH Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Funeral services for Thelma Sturgeon Smith, 89, of Shreveport and formerly of Alto, will be held at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, March 28, 2009, at the Alto Baptist Church, Alto, LA with the Rev. David Shirley officiating. Interment will follow in the Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum in Monroe, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Rayville. Visitation will be at the funeral home from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. on Friday, March 27, 2009. Thelma Smith was born December 7, 1919 in Franklin Parish, LA and passed away March 21, 2009 in Shreveport after a lengthy illness. Her parents were Lois Hopkins Sturgeon and James Lesley Sturgeon. She lived most of her life in Richland Parish where she was a homemaker and active member of the community. She was married to Marvin L. Smith who preceded her in death. She was particularly involved in the Alto Baptist Church where she was a member for many years. She had also been a member of the Order of the Eastern Star and the Alto Garden Club. In addition to her community service activities, she was an amazingly creative person. Among her pursuits were sewing, flower arranging, baking, painting, and gardening. She is fondly remembered by all who knew her for her talents in these areas. Survivors included three sons, Donald R. Smith, MD (Kathy) of Shreveport, Jerry M. Smith (Charlotte) of Dubai, UAE, and Kenneth Smith of Evanston, IL; one brother, Edgar Graham (Rose) of Farmerville; seven grandchildren, Donna Reese, Dane E. Smith, MD, Keith Smith, MD, Kevin Smith, MD, Elainea Smith, Kimberly Carbajal, and Dana Bader; fifteen great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Grandchildren will serve as pallbearers. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Alzheimer's Association, National Office, 225 N. Michigan Ave. Floor 17, Chicago IL 60601-7633.

Marion Monroe Barkley, 70
Marion Monroe Barkley, of Monroe, retired from U.S. Army, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at the Louisiana War Veteran's Home Chapel, U.S. 165 North, Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe.

Janet W. Brantley, 73
Janet W. Brantley, of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Roosevelt Brown, 82
COLLINSTON — Roosevelt Brown, a retired grocery store bagger, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Sinai William Temple CME, Collinston. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Trousdale Hill Cemetery, Bastrop.

Gerry Thomas Buckles, 21
ALEXANDRIA — Gerry Thomas Buckles died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Bill F. Hamilton, 94
RUSTON — Bill F. Hamilton, a retired teacher and principal, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Temple Baptist Church, Ruston. Visitation is immediately following services at the church. Burial will be in Downsville City Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

John Phillip Hankins, 65
LAKE PROVIDENCE — John Phillip Hankins, a farmer, died Thursday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Lake Providence City Cemetery. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Reola Harrison, 84
TALLULAH — Reola Harrison died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at First Kingdom Missionary Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Friday at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home. Burial will be in New Oakwood Cemetery.

Laverne A. Ingram, 85
OLLA — Laverne A. Ingram, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Cheryl Logan, 50
Cheryl Logan of Monroe, a direct care technician, died March 18. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Zion Springs Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial services are private.

Michael Landon Miles, 56
Michael Landon Miles, of Monroe, co-owner of Digital Imaging LLC, died March 19. Memorial services are 6 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road. Visitation is 4-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Glenda G. Newell, 58
Glenda G. Newell, of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Lester James Norton, 94
TALLULAH — Lester James Norton, a retired welder for International Paper Co., died Wednesday. Services are 9 a.m. Friday at Mound Baptist Church. Burial will be in South Central Baptist Church Cemetery, Wisner, under the direction of Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Charles Paige, 58
COLLINSTON — Charles Paige, a farmer, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

James L. Pardue, 90
GRAYSON — James L. Pardue, a farmer, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Karian McCollough Powell, 49
BASTROP — Karian McCollough Powell, a licensed practical nurse, died Wednesday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 10 a.m.-noon Saturday at the church. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Alice W. Rushing, 87
ST. JOSEPH — Alice W. Rushing, formerly of Winnsboro, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at First United Pentecostal Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton.

James Thomas, 60
James Thomas, of Monroe, formerly of Epps, a farmer, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Rocky Mount Zion Baptist Church, Epps. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Media Roach Thurmon, 80
BERNICE — Media J. Roach Thurmon, a retired guard at Wade Correctional, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Weldon Baptist Church, Bernice. Visitation is 9 a.m. Friday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Weldon Cemetery, Bernice.

Willard M. White, 90
Willard M. White, of Monroe, owner of W.M. White Construction, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. Saturday until service time. Burial will be in Hamilton Cemetery, Dubach.

Luther "Cliff" Williams, 83
DOWNSVILLE — Luther "Cliff" Williams, a logger, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Downsville. Visitation is 1-5:45 p.m. Friday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Adams, Kristian Gauge: 1 p.m. Friday, Zion Hill Baptist Church, Olla.
Atkins, Martha: 11 a.m. Saturday, New Salem Cemetery, Sicily Island.
Atkins, Uzia: 1 p.m. Saturday, Holly Grove Baptist Church, Wisner.
Bracy, Janie Mae: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Joe Baptist Church, Rhymes.
Buono, Ruth A. Moore: 2 p.m. Sunday, the Moore-Buono home, Mer Rouge.
Butler, Leamon: 2 p.m. Saturday, Cuba Baptist Church, Bosco.
Dunn, Donald D.: 2 p.m. Saturday, Richwood High School, Richwood.
Eaton Jr., John: noon Saturday, Mary Goss Baptist Church, Monroe.
Griffith, Bennie Faye: 10 a.m. Friday, Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.
Hemphill, Earmer: 11 a.m. Saturday, First Colored Baptist Church, Tallulah.
King Jr., James: 1 p.m. Saturday, Brownville Baptist Church, Columbia.
Owens, Eugene: 11 a.m. Satur
day, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.
Saulsberry, Jessie Mae Dean: 2 p.m. Sunday, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe.
Smith, Thelma: 10 a.m. Saturday, Alto Baptist Church, Alto.

March 28, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

BILL F. HAMILTON Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Memorial services for Bill F. Hamilton, 94, of Ruston, formerly of Downsville, will be 2:00 P.M. Sunday, March 29, 2009 at Temple Baptist Church in Ruston, LA. Officiating will be Reverends Dale Oden, Rick Byargeon, and Jim Benbrook. Private interment will be held prior to the service in the Downsville Cemetery, Downsville, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston. Mr. Hamilton died Wednesday, March 25, 2009 at the Northern Louisiana Medical Center in Ruston. Mr. Hamilton was born January 17, 1915 in Dubach. He was a graduate of Northwestern State University, Natchitoches where he was a member of Sigma Nu Fraternity and a graduate of Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, where he was a member of Phi Delta Kappa. He was drafted in 1941 and served for 52 months in the U.S. Army Air Force during WWII. He was principal of Downsville High School from 1955-1968. Prior to becoming principal he coached the various high school ball teams and taught typing and bookkeeping. In 1969, he became coordinator of the Union Parish Media Center until his retirement in 1971. He was involved in many functions of the Downsville community. He served on the town council for 13 years, on the Boy Scout Council, and coached Dixie League. He was a deacon in the Downsville Baptist Church and as well as a teacher in the church Sunday School and Training Union. He also loved to hunt, fish, and play golf. He was preceded in death by his infant son, Thomas James Hamilton, Downsville; his parents, J.C. and Emma Smith Hamilton, his brothers, James P. and Eugene J. Hamilton, all of Dubach; and his grandparents, Dr. James M. and Julia Calhoun Hamilton of Downsville, and Dr. L. P. and Elizabeth Findley Smith, of Dubach, LA. Survivors include his loving wife of 64 years, Iwilla Bossier Hamilton; his son, Fred Hamilton and wife, Freida all of Ruston; his grandson, Robert Hamilton and wife, Lenora of Dallas, TX; his brother, Joe B. Hamilton and wife, Jackie of Dubach; nieces, Nancy Green of West Monroe and Elaine Rupert and husband, Greg of Winnfield; nephew, Joe B. Hamilton, Jr. and wife Vicky of Dubach; several great-nieces and nephews and a host of cousins and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Temple Baptist Church, Ruston, LA; Downsville Baptist Church, Downsville, LA; the Episcopal Church of the Redeemer, Ruston, LA; Louisiana Baptist Children's Home, Monroe, LA; or the charity of one's choice. Family will receive friends following the funeral service in the Fellowship Hall of Temple Baptist Church, Ruston, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

BOB BEENE Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA Memorial services for Mr. Bob Beene, 79, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, March 29, 2009, at Bayou Oaks Baptist Church with Rev. Clyde Sanchez officiating. A reception will follow. Bob was known for his sparkling blue eyes and happy go lucky personality. He was devoted to his wife, Lou, and his constant companion, Miles. Mr. Beene was preceded in death by his first wife, Betty Washington Beene; brother, Doris Beene, father, Walter Beene, and mother, Dessie Mae Wilson. Bob was blessed in life to have two loving families. From his union with Betty Washington, he had two children: his son, Dr. Stephen Michael Beene and daughter-in-law, Dr. Karen Beene; his daughter, Patti Frost and son-in-law Joe; grandchildren, Angela Copeland, Rebekah Beene Willis, Carrie Shipley, and Stephanie Beene; and great grandchildren, Kaitlyn Copeland, Chad Copeland, and Luke Willis. From the marriage with Lou Walker, he was blessed with her five children: Kelly Justice and son-in-law Billy, Jay Walker and daughter-in-law Mishka, Derek Walker, Grant Walker, and Bobby Wofford; grandchildren, Jordan Roark, Jenna Justice, Samuel Walker, and Connor Wofford. He is also survived by two sisters, Ann Baldridge and husband Robert, May Wilson and husband Ray. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Bob Beene Memorial Fund at Bayou Oaks Baptist Church. Special Thanks goes to the staff of Monroe Kidney Center, and Best Home Health for their love and support and his special brothers for their lifelong friendship, The Village Group, Frank, Bud, and Les Turk, and Lewis Dendy. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

BONNIE MARIE CARNEY EVANS Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, Louisiana Funeral Services for Mrs. Bonnie Marie Carney Evans, 88, of West Monroe, LA will be 2:00 PM Sunday, March 29, 2009 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Rev. Tuck Roberts officiating. Interment will follow at Luna Methodist Church Cemetery. Mrs. Evans was born January 20, 1921 in Jacksonville, TX and passed away on March 27, 2009 in West Monroe, LA. She was a charter member of Riverview Baptist Church. Mrs. Evans was an Avon Representative for over 40 years. She is preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, Lee Edward Evans and sister, Lessie South. She is survived by her son, Larry J. Evans and wife Claudia of West Monroe, LA; grandson, Chris Evans and wife Lisa of Plano, TX; granddaughters, Donna Peters and husband Michael of West Monroe, LA, Nikki Russell and husband Dan of West Monroe, LA, Terri Ainsworth of West Monroe, LA; grandson, Jeff Ainsworth and wife Kim of Rayville, LA; great-grandchildren, Whitney and Albany Peters and Mason Evans; one niece, and numerous great nieces and nephews all of Texas. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Saturday, March 28, 2009 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

DON MOODY Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. Magnolia, AR Don Moody, 68 of Magnolia, Arkansas died Wednesday, March 25, 2009 in Magnolia, Arkansas. He was born March 13, 1941 in Monroe, Louisiana to the late Robert L. Moody, Sr. and Louise (Guraedy) Moody. Don was a member of the First United Methodist Church and the Arkansas Cattleman's Association. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, James M. Moody. Survivors are his brother, Bob Moody, Jr. of Springhill, Louisiana; nieces, Cindy Moody Freeman and husband Charlie of Lafayette, Louisiana, Leigh Moody of Bastrop, Louisiana; nephew, Trey Moody and wife Lisa of Springhill, Louisiana; great nieces and nephews, Grant Freeman, Ross Freeman, Chelsey Moody, and Peyton Moody; and numerous well loved friends. Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, March 30, 2009 at the First United Methodist Church with Dr. Walter Smith officiating and assisted by Dr. Greg Payne. Burial will follow at 3:00 p.m. at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe, Louisiana under the direction of Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. of Magnolia. Visitation will be Sunday evening from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the Southern Christian Missions, 515 West Monroe, Magnolia, AR 71753, First United Methodist Church, 320 West Main Street, Magnolia, AR 71753, College Hill Baptist Church, c/o Tommy Preston, 4800 Columbia 45, McNeil, AR 71752. www.lewisfuneral home.biz

JOHN PHILLIP HANKINS Cox Funeral Home Lake Providence, LA Graveside services for Mr. John Phillip Hankins, age 65, of Lake Providence, Louisiana, will be Saturday March 28, 2009 at 2:00 P.M. in the Lake Providence City Cemetery, Lake Providence, Louisiana, with Rev. Michael Marsters officiating. Service are under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Lake Providence, Louisiana. Visitation will be Saturday from 8:00 AM until 1:30 PM at Cox Funeral Home, Lake Providence, LA. Mr. Hankins is preceded in death by his father Clarence Daniel "John" Hankins, and his mother Wilma Hankins. Mr. Hankins is survivied by a son, John Phillip Hankins II of Athens, Louisiana; a daughter, Elizabeth Anne Hankins of Bernice, Louisiana; 2 grandsons, Aaron Day and John Michael Hankins; a sister, Jean Hulett & her husband Bob Hulett of Dumas, Arkansas; a sister, Clara Fortenberry & her husband Earl Fortenberry of Transylvania, Louisiana; a sister, Linda Adler of Nashville, Tennessee; a sister, Martha Scott & her husband Robert Scott of Hollister, Missouri. Pallbearers will be John Martin Kelley, Brandon LaRoe, Toney Lensing, Raymond Harris, Ronnie Whitty, Lee Overby. Honorary pallbearers will be Connie Overby, Wilbur Buchanan, Michael Brown, Mark Brown, Charlie Whitty, Wayne Fortenberry. To leave condolence to the family www.coxfuneral.com

WILLIAM ODIS "BILL" RISHER Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mr. William Odis "Bill" Risher, 82, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, March 29, 2009 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Rev. Rick Crandall and Rev. Fred Taylor will officiate. Interment will follow at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens, 8729 Cypress St. West Monroe, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Risher was born April 23, 1926 in Ouachita Parish, LA and passed away March 26, 2009 in West Monroe, LA. Mr. Risher served in the U.S. Navy and he retired from Olinkraft with over 43 years of service. Mr. Risher was also member of McClendon Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Lucy Risher a brother, Douglas Risher; mother and father-in-law, George and Viola Bailey; sisters; Elaine Bennett and Vernice Caples; brother, Douglas Risher; and grandson, Howard James Risher. Mr. Risher is survived by his wife, June B. Risher; daughter, Dianne Hatfield and husband Burl; sons; Terry Risher and wife Rhonda, Glenn Risher and wife Diane; sister, Aleatha Brown; fourteen grandchildren and many great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Don Risher, Tommy Dalton, Jr., Josh Risher, Robbie Coburn, William Turner and Cody Hatfield. Honorary pallbearers will be Ken Brown, Keith Powell, and Johnny Bailey. Visitation will be held Saturday 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

Norvell H. Arnold, 87
NEWELLTON — Norvell H. Arnold, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at First Baptist Church, Newellton. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time at the church. Burial will be in Legion Cemetery, Newellton under the direction of Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Dr. Loren D. Boersma, 73
RUSTON — Dr. Loren Dale Boersma, a physician, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Patsy Seal Dennis, 76
BAKER — Patsy Seal Dennis died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Baker Funeral Home, Baker. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday and 9 a.m. until service time at the funeral home.

Clyde Bill Easterling, 67
Clyde Bill Easterling of West Monroe, an insurance manager, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. until service time Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens Cemetery, West Monroe.

Cynthia Foster Eppinette, 47
TALLULAH — Cynthia Foster Eppinette died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Visitation is 9 a.m. until service time Saturday. Burial will be in Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton.

Don Moody, 68
MAGNOLIA, Ark. — Don Moody, a pharmacist and owner of Moody Pharmacy, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at First United Methodist Church, Magnolia, Ark. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Sunday at Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., Magnolia, Ark. Burial will be at 3 p.m. in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Mary Lee F. Moore, 82
Mary Lee Frost Moore of West Monroe, co-owner of Frost Trailer Parts, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 11 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in New Chapel Hill Baptist Church, West Monroe.

Lee Osborne, 64
Lee Osborne of Sterlington, a gardener, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield. Burial will be in Bethlehem Cemetery, Calvin.

Eugene Owens, 42
Eugene Owens of Monroe, a mechanic, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Dellwood Church of God, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe, under the direction of Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Starjuana Scott, 30
Starjuana Scott of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Boyd Shipley, 56
BASTROP — Boyd Shipley, a truck driver, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Robert Leon Smith, 60
CALHOUN — Robert Leon Smith, a Calhoun Research Center farm supervisor, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church, Calhoun. Burial will be in Mount Zion Cemetery, Calhoun, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Velma Swayzer, 80
WISNER — Velma Swayzer, a beautician, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Sunday at Holly Grove Baptist Church, Wisner. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Richardson & Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Dorothy Mae Thomisee, 64
DELHI — Dorothy Mae Thomisee, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

George White, 44
George White of Monroe, a laborer, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Willard M. White, 90
Willard M. White of Monroe, owner/operator of W.M. White Construction, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until service time Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Hamilton Cemetery, Dubach.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Atkins, Martha: 11 a.m. Saturday, New Salem Cemetery, Sicily Island.
Atkins, Uzia: 1 p.m. Saturday, Holly Grove Baptist Church, Wisner.
Barkley, Marion Monroe: 11 a.m. Saturday, Northeast Louisiana War Veterans Home Chapel, Highway 165 North, Monroe.
Bracy, Janie Mae: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Joe Baptist Church, Rhymes.
Brown, Roosevelt: 1 p.m. Saturday, Mount Sinai William Temple CME, Collinston.
Buckles, Gerry Thomas: 1 p.m. Saturday, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.
Buono, Ruth A. Moore: 2 p.m. Sunday, the Moore-Buono home, Mer Rouge.
Butler, Leamon: 2 p.m. Saturday, Cuba Baptist Church, Bosco.
Dunn, Donald D.: 2 p.m. Saturday, Richwood High School, Richwood.
Eaton Jr., John: noon Saturday, Mary Goss Baptist Church, Monroe.
Hamilton, Bill F.: 2 p.m. Sunday, Temple Baptist Church, Ruston.
Hankins, John Phillip: 2 p.m. Saturday, Lake Providence City Cemetery, Lake Providence.
Harrison, Reola: 1 p.m. Saturday, First Kingdom Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.
Hemphill, Earmer: 11 a.m. Saturday, First Colored Baptist Church, Tallulah.
King Jr., James: 1 p.m. Saturday, Brownville Baptist Church, Columbia.
Logan, Cheryl: 1 p.m. Saturday, Zion Springs Baptist Church, Monroe.
Powell, Karian McCollough: 3 p.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church, Bastrop.
Rushing, Alice W.: 2 p.m. Saturday, First United Pentecostal Church, Winnsboro.
Saulsberry, Jessie Mae Dean: 2 p.m. Sunday, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe.
Smith, Thelma: 10 a.m. Saturday, Alto Baptist Church, Alto.
Thomas, James: 1 p.m. Saturday, Rocky Mount Zion Baptist Church, Epps.
Williams, Luther "Cliff": 11 a.m. Saturday, Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Downsville.

March 29, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CASCILLE LOIS HOWZE SMITH OSBON Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Mrs. Cascille Lois Howze Smith Osbon died peacefully in the care of her loving family on March 28 following a brief illness. Services celebrating the life of Mrs. Osbon will be held at 10:00 AM on Monday, March 30 at Mulhearn Funeral Home - 2308 Sterlington Road, Monroe LA under the direction of Reverend Cal Adams. Graveside services will follow at Hasley Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 PM on Sunday, March 29 at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Cascille was born February 15, 1921 to Omie Bacon & John Allen Howze in West Monroe, LA and had just recently celebrated her 88th birthday with all of her family in attendance. She was previously employed at Morehouse General Hospital & the office of Dr. Flood Garrett. After retirement she & her husband loved to travel and made several trips abroad. She loved Cherry Ridge Baptist Church, Bastrop LA, where she was an active member of the Ladies 4 Sunday School Class and was a faithful member for more than 24 years. She was also Worthy Matron of the Sunny South Chapter of Eastern Star in 1983 receiving her 25-year certificate in 2004. "Cat" as she was fondly known by those closest to her loved to read, play cards, work crossword puzzles, and send cards to beloved friends and family. She was an avid bargain shopper and enjoyed cooking for her children on Fridays in recent years. She also delighted in giving gifts & treats to her family, church friends, the Ladies at the library and her card-playing buddies. Cascille was preceded in death by her first husband James (Hawk) Smith, her brothers; John Howze, Didymus (Blackie) Howze, Odis Howze and sisters; Emma Brown, Minnie Panzico,and Florence Parker and great grand-daughter Haileigh Martin. She leaves to cherish her memory her husband of 54 years; Edgar N Osbon of Bastrop, LA, her son; Jim Smith and his wife, Ann, West Monroe, LA and daughters; Dolores (Dolly) Smith, West Monroe, LA & Yvonne Drummond and her husband James, of Monroe, LA, her brother Marvin Howze & wife Mae of Lafayette, LA She is also survived by nine grandchildren, sixteen great-grandchildren & one great great grandson. The family would like to express their gratitude & prayers to her family doctor, Robert Lyon, MD for his attentive and compassionate care for over 25 years. They would also like to thank the excellent staff of Premier Hospice for their expertise and kindness over the last several months. They made her Last days as comfortable and peaceful as possible while helping the family navigate this difficult journey with great compassion. Honoring Mrs. Osbon as pallbearers are: Laris Breaux, Keith Martin, Greg Smith, Charles Smith, Jeff Williams, Eddie Nugent, Scottie Nugent, and Kenny Drummond.

DR. LOREN DALE BOERSMA Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Funeral services for Dr. Loren Dale Boersma, 76, of Ruston, LA will be 10:00 AM Monday, March 30, 2009 at Christ Community Church in Ruston with Rev. Len Woods officiating the service. Interment will follow in Pines Memorial Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston. Dr. Boersma was born on July 22, 1932 in Denver, CO and passed away at his residence on March 27, 2009 after a lengthy battle with ALS. He grew up in Longmont, Colorado; attended the University of Colorado in Boulder; the University of Colorado Medical College in Denver; and finished his surgical residency at the Medical College of Georgia. Dr. Boersma was a Captain in the Air Force for two years, stationed at Bunker Hill Air Force Base. In 1964, they moved to Ruston and set up practice. In 1966, the Boersma Clinic was established. Dr. Boersma was involved in several mission trips outside the U. S. He enjoyed traveling; genealogy; singing in the Doctor's Quartet and other local musical groups. Dr Boersma was an elder in the Presbyterian Church; a member of Christ Community Church; belonged to the Louisiana State Medical Society; on staff at Lincoln General Hospital and North Louisiana Rehab; and adjunct professor at L.S. U. Medical Center in Shreveport. He is survived by his wife of 49 years and one day Helen Luntsford Boersma; his children, Barbara Boersma Keller and husband Bob of Evansville, IN; David Boersma and wife Rachel of Ruston; Dr. Mark Boersma and wife Britt of Ruston; and Joanna Boersma Dieckman and husband Donnie of Jackson, MS; ten grandchildren, Lauren Dale Keller, Owen Keller, Mary Julia Keller, Katherine Keller, Natalie Keller, Wesley Boersma, Aaron Boersma, Kelley Grace Boersma, Jackson Boersma, Kate Cameron Boersma; brothers, Gordon Boersma; David Boersma and wife Wyolene; Richard Boersma and wife Lyn; sister, Judy Nakari and husband Ken; numerous nieces and nephews; a host of friends; patients; and his devoted clinic staff. Pallbearers will be Dr. Tommy Smith, Dr. Larry Neal, Henry Hawes, Jim Anderson, Dr. Allen Herbert, and Bobby Conville. Honorary pallbearer is Phillip Carroll. Visitation will be Sunday, March 29, 2009 from 3:00 PM until 6:00 PM at Christ Community Church in Ruston, LA. Memorials may be made to Christ Community Church, 2301 North Trenton, Ruston, LA 71270 or ALS Society. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral home.com

WILLENE HIGHTOWER HUMPHRIES Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Willene Hightower Humphries, 87, of West Monroe, will be held at 1:00 PM Monday, March 30, 2009, at Cypress Street Church of God with Rev. Dennis Anger officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Humphries passed away Saturday, March 28, 2009. Willene was born December 12, 1921, in Baskin, LA, and lived most of her life in Monroe with her husband Dewey. She was a long-time member of Cypress Street Church of God. She was very independent and content with life. She knew how to enjoy the simple things of life like a cold Dr. Pepper or bag of chips. She never missed a Sunday of church (until her recent illness) and found peace in reading the scriptures. She is preceded in death by her mother, Lillie Hightower; husband, Dewey Humphries; son, Little Dewey; daughter, Priscilla; grandson, Barry Easterling; and brother, Hiamon Hightower. Survivors include her daughter Cherie Easterling and husband Jimmy; son, Duane Humphries and wife Gail; granddaughter, Gretchen Pettis and husband Rick; grandson, Gregory Breland and wife Cathy; granddaughter, Mary Katherine Humphries; five great grandchildren, Ryan and Kelsey Breland, Grace, Christopher and Chandler Pettis; and her church family. Visitation will be Sunday from 4:30 PM until 6:30 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. The family wishes to thank the staff at Landmark Nursing Home, Louisiana Extended Care Hospital and dear friends Etta Mae and Keri Mitchell and Anne Pearl Balsamo Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

March 30, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

BETTYE THOMAS PHILLIPS Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Memorial services for Bettye Jo Thomas Phillips, 83, of Ruston will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday, March 31, 2009 at the Trinity United Methodist Church of Ruston. Rev. Jerry Hilbun will officiate, assisted by the Rev. Andy Hurst. Visitation will be at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston from 5:00 PM- 8:00 PM on Monday, March 30, 2009. Following the service, interment will be in the Pines Memorial Gardens in Ruston under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston. Mrs. Phillips died Sunday, March 29, 2009 at her residence after a brief illness. Mrs. Phillips was born in Shreveport, LA on September 20, 1925, the daughter of Samuel Madison Thomas and Dora Mae Montgomery Thomas. The family moved to Quitman in 1932, when Mr. Thomas opened Sam Thomas Merchantile. Bettye was a graduate of Quitman High School and a long-time resident of Ruston. She and her late husband, Lamont Phillips, along with their sons were owners of National Jewelry Company which the couple founded in 1954. She remained active in the business for over 50 years. Mrs. Phillips was a devoted wife and mother, a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, and a past member of the Littera Club. An avid Louisiana Tech fan and supporter, she loved attending and listening to the football games and to both men's and women's basketball. Mrs. Phillips is preceded in death by her parents Samuel Madison and Dora Mae Montgomery Thomas, loving husband of 46 years C. Lamont Phillips, and her brother Samuel M. Thomas II. She is survived by her immediate family of Ruston; sons, Thomas Lamont Phillips and wife Janet Thurmon Phillips and Kenneth Dean Phillips and wife Terri Parisy Phillips. She is also survived by her sister Irene Thomas Muller, Ruston; brother, Harold P. Thomas and wife Mary, Quitman; grandchildren, Dr. Shane Phillips and wife Lauren, Ruston; Ashley Phillips Smith and husband Ben, Atlanta, GA; Elizabeth Phillips Trapp and husband Josh, Hernando, MS; Kim Phillips McCready and husband Ryan, Edmond, OK; and Doug Phillips, Ruston; five great-grandchildren; two sister-in-laws, Opal Phillips Lyles, Ruston; Nita Chapman Thomas, Shreveport; brother-in-law, Steve Phillips and wife Nell, Baton Rouge; numerous nieces, nephews, and special friend and care-taker Joann Bryant. The family wishes to thank Dr. Ed Mariano, Dr. David Osafo, Phyllis Jackson, sitter and Hospice of Caring Hearts for their attentive and loving care they provided to Bettye. Pallbearers will be Mickey Mays, Paul McCormack, Joe Thomas, Sammy Thomas, Billy Phillips, and Randy Fallin. Honorary pallbearers are grandsons Dr. Shane Phillips and Doug Phillips. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Trinity United Methodist Church Building Fund, St. Jude's Hospital, or The American Cancer Society. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

ETHEL L. HIGDON Cox Funeral Home Delhi, Louisiana Ethel L. Higdon age 83 of Delhi, passed away Friday March 27, 2009 at her residence. Mrs. Higdon was born January 7, 1926 in Vivian, LA to Mike and Ethel Hendrix Dunham. Mrs. Higdon lived most of her life in Franklin parish. She was a faithful member of the Lamar Baptist Church. Mrs. Higdon will be remembered by her family as entergetic and kind hearted. She was also very creative and had a passion for art. Through the years she has shared her knowledge and skills by teaching oil painting and charcol art classes. Mrs. Higdon had completed and sold many works of art in the community. She loved and enjoyed her church family, she had developed lifelong friendships with many who will remember her as a generous and trusted friend. She will be greatly missed by a loving and a host of friends, as was a true inspiration to all who knew her. Survivors are her husband Tracy Higdon of Delhi, LA; two sons Donald Higdon of Delhi, LA and Mark McIntyre of Homer, LA; a grandson Justin and wife Amy Higdon of Calhoun, LA; granddagthers April McPherson Lane and husband Bobby of Greenville, S.C., and Sidney Higdon of West Monroe, LA; two great grandchildren Kaitlyn Sullivan and Trivette Alcocer; one brother Rev. Marion Dunham of Largo, FL. Mrs. Higdon was preceded in death by a son Rickey Higdon, a daugther Karen McPherson, her father Mike Dunham, mother Ethel Hendrix Dunham. Her step-father R.D. Herrington, a brother Clyde Dunham, two sisters Margaret McFadlin and Evelyn Captain. Funeral Services will be held Monday March 31, 2009 at 10:00 AM at the Lamar Bapstist Church. Burial will follow in the Lamar Cemetery. Under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Delhi. Pallbearers will be Allen Ogden, Bill Allen, Roger Ward, Marvin Huff, Paul Ogden and Penny Pennebaker. Honoary Pallbearer will be Billy Joe Chapman. Visitation will be held Monday evening from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the church.

n Loving Memory of PAT HOLSTEAD 12/27/30 - 3/30/08 You are missed so much! Pam, Debbie and Connie

ROSE CARMON HARRIS Combre Funeral Home Lake Charles, LA Rose Carmon Harris was born in Lake Charles, LA to Willis and Eula Mae Pickney Carmon on March 9, 1959, and passed away on March 23, 2009 in Charlotte, NC. She was the beloved wife of Edward Harris for more than 27 years. In 1981, she earned a BS degree (cum laude) in Occupational Therapy from Northeast Louisiana University. While at Northeast she became a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. She began practicing her profession at Scott & White Memorial Hospital in Temple, TX. She continued her career at the Rehabilitation Center in Alexandria, LA. Rose is survived by her husband Edward Harris; mother Eula Mae Pickney Carmon; sisters Barbara J. Carmon and Carolyn Carmon Jones; brother Paul W. Carmon; mother-in-law Urlean Payton; sisters-in-law Minnie George, Toney Carmon, and Patricia Carmon; and a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, other relatives, and friends. She was preceded in death by her father Willis Carmon, brother Joseph Carmon, and sister Regina Carmon Atkins. Her funeral will be at 11:00 AM Tuesday, March 31, in Combre Funeral Home Chapel, 1200 Mill Street, Lake Charles, LA. Entombment will be in Sacred Heart Mausoleum on Opelousas Street, Lake Charles, LA, under the direction of Combre Funeral Home. Visitation will is from 10:00 AM Tuesday in the Funeral Home.

WILBURN M. HARRIS MULHEARN FUNERAL HOME, RAYVILLE, LA Funeral services for Mr. Wilburn M. Harris, retired Chief of Police of Rayville, will be held Monday, March 30, at 10:00 AM at First Baptist Church, Rayville, LA with Dr. Ernest Winburn officiating. Interment will follow in Rayville Masonic Cemetery, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Rayville. Mr. Harris was born August 24, 1928, in Louise, MS and passed away surrounded by his family at the Richardson Medical Center in Rayville on March 28, 2009. He served the Town of Rayville as Chief of Police for 27 years before retiring in 1990. For the past nine years he worked as a Deputy of the Richland Parish Sheriff's Department. He gave of himself willingly to the people of Rayville and the entire parish, and he was always eager to help anyone in need. Mr. Harris was a Master Mason, serving as Master of the Lodge twice, and he was a Shriner. He was also a member of First Baptist Church Saints Alive. He was also a veteran, serving in Occupied Japan. Preceding him in death were his parents; W.B. and Coleen Harris, his son Billy, two brothers; Cecil and Lonnie Harris and a grandson. Mr. Harris is survived by his wife of almost 60 years Geraldine Boyd Harris and his children; Karen Harris Jones and husband Joe of Lake Charles, Betsy Harris of Calhoun, Scott Harris and wife Allyson of Monroe, and Paula Burks of Calhoun. His love and joy were his grandchildren; Brian Donham and wife Kim, Connor and Carter Harris, Amy Jones and Joanie Howard and husband Patrick, and his five great grandchildren; Cameron, Noah, Luke, Landry, and Annie. Mr. Harris is also survived by two sisters; Ruth Weeks and Renie Triplett, a brother; Lamar Harris, many nieces and nephews, and special friends; Troy, Joann, and Blake Dennard. Pallbearers will be Chief of Police Willie Robinson, Gene Sorey, Tommy Nicholson, Tommy Price, Bobby Hales, and Troy J. Dennard. Honorary Pallbearers will be Emmett Brown, Jr., Floyd Bruce Boughton, Billy McGlothin, Allen Thompson, B.J. McKnight, and Sheriff Charles McDonald. Mr. Harris was known by several titles; Chief to many people, husband to one, Daddy to three, brother to three, and uncle to many. We will miss his pretty blue eyes, his sweet smile, his smoked hams, and his corny jokes. As his granddaughter Amy said, "We are lucky to have known that no matter what, no one loved us more than Paw did." The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff of Dubuis Hospital, and LSU Medical Center in Shreveport and the Richardson Medical Center in Rayville for their loving care of our dad and husband. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First Baptist Church Signs of Life Fund, Rayville, LA, or to The McDade House, 1825 Warrington Place, Shreveport, LA 71101. Online condolences may be made at www.mulhearnfuneral home.com

Andrew Barnes, 70
TALLULAH — Andrew Barnes died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Oliver Bell, 81
DELHI — Oliver Bell, a laborer, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Delhi.

Jim "The Iceman" Bowie, 82
Jim "The Iceman" Bowie of Monroe, a truck driver and iceman, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Dewey Wayne Chidester, 72
BASTROP — Dewey Wayne Chidester, died Sunday. Services are 4 p.m. Wednesday at Frazer's Funeral Home, Warren. Visitation is 3:30 p.m. Wednesday until service time. Burial will be in Willoughby Cemetery.

Georgia Crawford, 93
TALLULAH — Georgia Crawford, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Delhi.

Aaron Dandway, 49
DELHI — Aaron Dandway, a laborer, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Funerals by McFarland, Delhi. Burial will be in St. John Community Cemetery.

Densic "Dennis" Hayes, 71
BATON ROUGE — Densic "Dennis" Hayes, formerly of Rayville, a retired U.S. Navy officer, died Saturday. Services are 9 a.m. Friday at Hope Community United Methodist Church, Baton Rouge. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. Thursday at Macedonia Baptist Church, Rayville. Burial will be in Port Hudson National Cemetery, Zachary, under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Jamie Hicks, 53
TALLULAH — Jamie Hicks died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Charles Holder, 56
Charles Holder of Monroe, a welder, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Helen Green Holstead, 84
CHOUDRANT — Helen Green Holstead, a retired schoolteacher, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Choudrant Memorial Cemetery.

Jewel Horsley, 91
DELHI — Jewel Horsley died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mount Sinai Church, U.S. 80, Waverly. Visitation is 1 p.m. Saturday at the church until service time. Burial will be in Waverly Cemetery under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Joe Lolley, 58
DUBACH — Joe Lolley died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Calvary Baptist Church, Vienna. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Vienna Cemetery.

Samuel McDuffie, 59
RAYVILLE — Samuel McDuffie died Thursday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Walker Cemetery, Gibsland. Arrangements are under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Lerah Hammock Morgan, 88
Lerah Hammock Morgan of West Monroe, a retired personnel director with The News-Star, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Dorothy Mae Oglesby, 84
Dorothy Mae Oglesby of Monroe, a retired cashier at Piccadilly's, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Eastside Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 11 a.m. Wednesday at the church until service time. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Ruth H. Simpson, 92
RUSTON — Ruth H. Simpson, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Ruston.

Makayla Thomas, infant
Makayla Thomas of Monroe, the infant daughter of Brianca Thomas and Lemeko Williams, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

J.W. Traylor, 70
LAS VEGAS — J.W. Traylor, formerly of Monroe, a retired construction contractor, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Clotilde Douglas Wink, 95
Clotilde Douglas Wink of West Monroe, a retired admissions clerk for Glenwood Regional Medical Center, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Fair Park Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. Wednesday at the church until service time. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Bonvillian, Ruby Jane Henson: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Stevenson Cemetery, Rayville.
Colman, James Harold: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Brownville Cemetery, Columbia.
Phillips, Magdalene E.: 2 p.m. Thursday, Church of Christ, Jigger.
Roberts, Mae Golmon: 10 a.m. Thursday, First Baptist Church, Vidalia.
Rowe, Tommy C.: 4 p.m. Wednesday, McDonald Memorial Baptist Church, Jonesboro.
Sharp, Charles W.: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Oak Grove Baptist Church, Oak Grove.
Shipley, Boyd: 10 a.m. Thursday, East Haven Church of God, Bastrop.
Walker, LaVon: 1 p.m. Saturday, China Grove Baptist Church, Lake Providence.

March 31, 2009 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

CLOTILDE DOUGLAS WINK Kilpatrick Funeral Homes West Monroe, LA Funeral services for Mrs. Clotilde Wink, 95, of West Monroe, La will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, April 1, 2009 at Fair Park Baptist Church West Monroe, LA. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery West Monroe, LA. Rev. Waymond Warren will officiate under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Wink was born October 18, 1913 in Brookhaven, Mississippi and went to be with her beloved Lord on His day, Sunday, March 29, 2009 in West Monroe, LA. She was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Webb Austin Wink; parents, John and Maude Douglas; and sons, Albert, West Monroe, Austin of Mobile, Alabama, and Douglas of Baton Rouge. She is survived by three daughters, Joanne Wink Whitlock and husband Royce, Rita Mann and husband Donnie of West Monroe and Kaye Wink and husband Russell of Jonesboro, LA; two daughters-in-law, Ollivee Wink of Mobile, Alabama, and Kathy Wink of Baton Rouge; nine grandchildren, Jimmy Whitlock and wife Tammy, Chris Hodnett and wife Sheryn, and Bryan Hodnett all of West Monroe, Donna Mann of Shreveport, Roycelyn Bowman and husband Mike of Galesville, MD., John Wink and wife Patty, Judy Walters and husband Derek, Lisa Fountain, Allyson McNeil and husband Kenny all of Mobile, Ala; 22 great-grandchildren, and 9 great-great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. She was a member of Fair Park Baptist Church and Faith Sunday School Class. Mrs. Wink was a devout Christian Lady, a faithful prayer warrior and served our Lord in many ways. Topping her list was preserving God's nature by always having beautiful and unique flower gardens incorporating as much of God's creations as possible. She always cared for her family and friends with equal love and fervor as she did her gardens. Pallbearers will be Jimmy Case, Steve Vallery, Steve Walker, Steve Teel, Ron Nix and George Abbott. Honorary pallbearers will be deacons of the church. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA and Wednesday from 1:00 PM until service time at the church. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com

ETHEL L. HIGDON Cox Funeral Home Delhi, Louisiana Ethel L. Higdon age 83 of Delhi, passed away Friday March 27, 2009 at her residence. Mrs. Higdon was born January 7, 1926 in Vivian, LA to Mike and Ethel Hendrix Dunham. Mrs. Higdon lived most of her life in Franklin parish. She was a faithful member of the Lamar Baptist Church. Mrs. Higdon will be remembered by her family as energetic and kind hearted. She was also very creative and had a passion for art. Through the years she has shared her knowledge and skills by teaching oil painting and charcoal art classes. Mrs. Higdon had completed and sold many works of art in the community. She loved and enjoyed her church family, she had developed lifelong friendships with many who will remember her as a generous and trusted friend. She will be greatly missed by a loving family and a host of friends, as she was a true inspiration to all who knew her. Survivors are her husband Tracy Higdon of Delhi, LA; two sons Donald Higdon of Delhi, LA and Mark McIntyre of Homer, LA; a grandson, Justin and wife, Amy Higdon of Calhoun, LA; granddaughters, April McPherson Lane and husband, Bobby of Greenville, S.C., and Sidney Higdon of West Monroe, LA; two great grandchildren Kaitlyn Sullivan and Trivette Alcocer; one brother Rev. Marion Dunham of Largo, FL. Mrs. Higdon was preceded in death by a son, Rickey Higdon, a daugther, Karen McPherson, her father, Mike Dunham, mother, Ethel Hendrix Dunham, her step-father, P. D. Herrington, a brother, Clyde Dunham, two sisters, Margaret McFadlin and Evelyn Captain. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, March 31, 2009 at 10:00 AM at the Lamar Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the Lamar Cemetery, under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Delhi. Pallbearers will be Allen Ogden, Bill Allen, Roger Ward, Marvin Huff, Paul Ogden and Penny Pennebaker. Honorary Pallbearer will be Billy Joe Chapman.

ROBIN HARRIS BUTTS Young's Funeral Home Ferriday, LA Robin Harris Butts, 86, died Saturday, March 21, 2009, at her home on Helena Plantation in Waterproof. Funeral services were held at the Chapel of Young's Funeral Home in Ferriday on Tuesday, March 24, 2009, at 11:00 AM with Rev. Dave Sheehun officiating, with interment at Natchez City Cemetery. Visitation was held Monday, March 23, from 5:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M. at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Mrs. Butts was born in Memphis, TN. on July 4, 1922, to the late Dr. and Mrs. Robin Harris of Jackson, MS and was married to the late Henry Fowler Butts. She graduated from Charleston High School in Mississippi before attending Copiah-Lincoln Community College. She graduated with majors in Chemistry and Bacteriology from Mississippi State University, where she was also a member of the Maroon Band and the Chi Omega Sorority. Prior to working as a Medical Technologist at the New Orleans Ochsner Clinic, Mrs. Butts completed a Medical Technology internship at Street-Mercy Hospital. She was always a supporter of young people through the Boy Scouts, 4-H Club, Children of the American Revolution, and serving as a girls' softball coach. She was a lifetime member of the Waterproof High School Quarterback Club, a member of the Tensas Academy Athletic Association, and a member of the Presbyterian Church, where she served as an elder. Mrs. Butts was also a charter member of the Bruin-Vidal Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, holding several offices including State Treasurer, State Regent, National Vice Chairman of Conservation, Reporter General to the National Society of DAR, and National Chairman of Insignia. She was an avid conservationist, having won the National DAR Conservationist Award, and loved all forms of sports and wildlife. Mrs. Butts is survived by her son and daughter-in-law Ed and Bernadette Butts of Fairfield, CT, her daughter and son-in-law Ann and Dennis Burns of Waterproof, LA. granddaughter Robin Rae Burns of Clinton, MS and granddaughter and her husband Libbi and Ryan Calloway of Little Rock, Ark.; Survivors also include sisters Fisher Kortz of British Columbia, Nancy Ann Harris and Harley and Jon Williams of Annapolis, MD. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Dr. Jeff Harris and Richard Harris. Pallbearers were be Lucas Harris, James Lentz, James Clower, Bobby James, Darrell Vandeven, Don Magee, Jr., Bryant Killen, Tru Goldman. Memorials may be made to Tensas Academy and Wesley Chapel.

TOMMY C. ROWE Edmonds Funeral Home Jonesboro, LA Funeral services for Tommy C. Rowe will be held on Wednesday, April 1, 2009, at 4 P.M. at McDonald Memorial Baptist Church in Jonesboro, LA. Officiating will be Bro. Terry Mims and Bro. Joey Bignar. Interment will follow in the Garden of Memories Cemetery in Jonesboro, LA. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 31, 2009, from 4:00 P.M until 8:00 P.M. and Wednesday, April 1, 2009 from 9:00 A.M. until Noon at Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro. Mr. Rowe was born on June 23, 1942 and passed away on Sunday, March 29, 2009. He was 66. Mr. Rowe was employed with Smurfit-Stone Container for 48 years. He was a member of McDonald Memorial Baptist Church. He enjoyed playing golf, duck hunting and loved watching and attending sporting events of all kinds. He was an avid LSU fan. He is survived by his wife; Regina Rowe of Jonesboro, LA.; Four Daughters, Suzann Ford and husband Jamie of Jonesboro, LA., Dee Rowe of Dodson, LA., Amanda Weeks and husband Marty of Jonesboro, LA., Megan Rowe of Alexandria, LA., One Step-Daughter, Melissa Johnson and husband Stacy of Brandon, MS., One Step-Son, Christopher Kohler of Jonesboro, LA., One Sister, Diane Gunn and husband Pete of Jonesboro, LA., Two Brothers, Verlon Rowe of Jonesboro, LA., Joe Rowe of Jonesboro, LA., Seven Grandchildren,Patrick Ford John Clark Ford, Kaleb Causey, Marly and Carson Lee Weeks, Aston and Alli Claire Johnson, One Great-Granddaughter, Gennavive Ford. Mr. Rowe was preceded in death by his parents, Hansel and Kate Rowe, one brother, Jerry Mac Rowe and his nephew, Chris Rowe. Pallbearers will include, Bob Bennett, Andy Brown, Roy Gaines, Reggie Hall, Cliff Hampton, Billy Pipes, Chris Ross, Dan Smith, Robert Stassen and Butch Weaver. Honorary Pallbearers will include, Gary Boone, Bobby Emerson, Cedric Garner, F. Ken Jones, Nathan Leonard, Rondy Maxwell, Jay Russell, Jimmy Teat and Bruce Thomas