Obituaries - April 2012

Apr 1, 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Perry Lee Crow Funeral services for Perry Lee Crow, 88, of Monroe, will be held at 11:00 AM Monday, April 2, 2012, at Lakeshore Baptist Church with Rev. William Smith officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Crow died Saturday, March 31, 2012, at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. He was a member of Lakeshore Baptist Church, where he served as treasurer for many years, and was an active deacon. Mr. Crow was a church softball coach and served on many committees. He retired as office manager after 37 years of employment at Ouachita Coca Cola. Mr. Crow was a U. S. Army Veteran of WWII in the Headquarters and Service Company 153rd Engineer Construction Battalion. Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Helen Rodden Crow; daughter, Connie Bennett and husband Glen of Monroe; son, Carl Crow and wife Pat of Bloomington, IL; five grandsons, Greg Bennett and wife Jessica of Benton, LA, Jeff Bennett and wife Kyla of Monroe, Jerry Bennett and wife Ashley of Baton Rouge, LA, Kevin Crow and wife Ashleigh of Raymore, MO, and Keith Crow and fiancée Sislye Soper of Washington, IL; two great grandchildren, Brady Bennett of Benton, LA and Lillie Crow of Raymore, MO. His grandsons will serve as honorary pallbearers. Visitation will be Monday from 9:00 AM until service time at Lakeshore Baptist Church. Memorials may be made to Lakeshore Baptist Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 1, 2012

Bettina Wallace Matthews Bettina Wallace Matthews, 79, of Rayville died peacefully at home Monday, March 26, 2012 surrounded by family after a lengthy illness. She was born November 16, 1932 in Chicago, Illinois to Clarence J. and Rosamond K. Wallace. A graduate of Eleandor McMain High School class of 1950 in New Orleans, Bettina then attended H. Sophie Newcomb Memorial Collage where she was a Chi Omega. "Tina" was married on June 2, 1951to William F. Matthews, Jr. in New Orleans. She later earned a Bachelor's degree in English at South Arkansas University in 1971 and subsequently was awarded a Master's degree in American History from Northeast Louisiana University. She taught English and American History at Mangham High School from 1971 to 1994. Besides being a dedicated teacher, Tina became interested in outdoors where she enjoyed fishing, gardening, and bird watching. She loved music and was an accomplished pianist and an enthusiastic bridge player. She was a dedicated member of Rayville United Methodist Church congregation and played piano every Sunday. She was an active member of the Beouf River chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. She is survived by her husband of 61 years-William F. Matthews, Jr.; a son-William H. Matthews, MD and wife Lillian; and a daughter -Denise M. Lea and husband-Ken; her grandchildren-Amber Jeansonne of West Monroe and husband Scott, Betsy Tobony of Baton Rouge and husband John, Christopher Matthews of New Orleans, and Michael Matthews of Monroe; her great grandchildren-Delaney and Vanessa Tabony of Baton Rouge and Brooks and Layla Jeansonne; brothers-John F. Wallace and wife Charlene of Ft. Washington, Maryland and David Wallace and wife Janet of Joplin, Missouri. A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at the Rayville United Methodist Church on April 5, 2012 at 10:00 AM under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home-Rayville. Memorials in her memory may be made to the Louisiana Methodist Children's Home, P. O. Box 929, Ruston, LA 71273. "….Boundless love for family, music, and nature anchored in faith" Online registry/condolences at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on April 1, 2012

Janice Darby Powell Funeral services for Janice Darby Powell age 65 of Columbia will be held 2PM Monday April 2, 2012 from the First Baptist Church in Columbia with the Rev. Eric Harriman officiating. Interment will follow in the Columbia Hill Cemetery under direction of Riser Funeral Home of Columbia. Visitation will be on Sunday evening April 1, at the funeral home from 6pm until 8pm, and again on Monday from 8am until noon at the funeral home. Janice Helen Darby Powell was born on November 29, 1946 at Lawton, Oklahoma to the union of her parents James Edward Darby, Sr. and Mellie Elaine Seay Darby. She passed from this life on Saturday March 31, 2012 at the Willis Knighten Medical Center, North Campus in Shreveport. Known as Jan to her family and friends, she was preceded in death by her beloved mother, by her grandson, Adam Volentine, and by her son-in-law Ed James. Jan was presently a Dietary Manager at Caldwell Memorial Hospital in Columbia. Jan was a graduate of the 1965 Class of Caldwell Parish High School, and was a Licensed Practical Nurse. Jan was loved by all who knew her and will be greatly missed. Survivors include, her husband of thirty eight years, Dale Powell of Columbia; son, Darren Williams and wife Leann of Lafayette; daughters, Danielle Hutto and friend Jerry Gregory of Columbia, Janet Lawrence and husband Jackie of Columbia, and Lisa James of Columbia; her father, James E. Darby, Sr. of Columbia; brother, James E. Darby, Jr. of Monroe; sister, Evelyn Eden and husband Clay of Splendora, Texas; and her beloved grandchildren, Hali Williams, Dylan Williams, Fawn Hutto, Coal Hillestad, Laine Hutto, Eddie James, Lee Volentine, Hollie Worley, Eric Lawrence, and Kellie Ballard, and also nine great-grandchildren. Pallbearers include Mark Powell, Ralph Seay, Charles Newsom, Jason Parker, Bill Massey, and Bill Clark. Honorary pallbearers include Ikey Harris, Sheriff Steve May, J.L. Hall,Kevin Hutto, and Donnie Williams. Online registry/ condolences: riserfuneralhomes.com Riser Funeral Home 7131 U S Highway 165 Columbia, LA 71418 logo Published in The News Star on April 1, 2012

Clyde M. Jackson, 87 Clyde M. Jackson of West Monroe, a machine operator, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at New Daughters of Zion Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Sunday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in St. Luke Cemetery.

Douglas R. McClure, 59 KEITHVILLE — Douglas Ray McClure, a draftsman and musician, died Friday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville. Visitation is 1 p.m. Sunday until time of service at the funeral home. Burial will be be in the Locust Grove Cemetery.

James Milby, 28 GILBERT — James Milby, a licensed practical nurse, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at First Baptist Church, Wisner, Visitation is 6:30-9 p.m. Sunday at the church. Arrangements are under the direciton of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Cleophus Rogers, 64 LAS VEGAS — Cleophus Rugers, a retired truck driver, died March 18. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Visitation is before the service Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in the New Oakwood Cemetery, Tallulah.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED: Bowhaw, Willie: 2 p.m. Sunday, St. Mark Baptist Church, Wisner. Tin, Elvon: 3 p.m. Sunday, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Robinson, Audrey Lee Thomas: 2 p.m. Sunday, First United Pentecostal Church, Winnsboro. Tucker, Jack Sellers: 2 p.m. Sunday, First Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Ward, Marvin Don: 10 a.m. Monday, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Apr 2, 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

George Ervin Estep, Jr. George Ervin Estep, Jr. 84, a resident of Bastrop, LA and native of Hot Springs County, AR passed away at Cherry Ridge Nursing Home on Sunday, April 1, 2012. Visitation will be held at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop, LA on Monday, April 2nd, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Services will be held at the funeral home chapel on Tuesday, April 3, 2012 at 11:00 AM with Reverend Dalyn D. Helbling officiating. Interment will follow in Bastrop Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Estep is preceded in death by his parents, George Ervin Estep, Sr. and Hattie Mae "Simpson" Estep. George graduated from Forest High School in 1946, then joined the U.S. Navy and served as Seaman 1 on the USS Valley Forge and was a member of the original crew and plank owner of the USS Coral Sea. After being honorably discharged from the U.S. Navy in 1948 and his marriage to Sue, he entered employment with the International Paper Company in Bastrop, and retired after 43 years of dedicated service. Among his numerous awards and activities, he served 21 years as a school board member in District 3 with the Morehouse Parish School Board. George was a kind and gentle man who enjoyed his vegetable garden year round. More importantly, he was a man of great faith and an active member of the Bastrop First Church of God where he enjoyed his Sunday school classes, participating in the church choir and many other activities at his church. Throughout his life he was an avid sportsman, enjoying hunting and fishing with his wife, sons and grandchildren. He coached his sons and many other youngsters in baseball for many years, sharing his love of the sport as well as his strong family values. Mr. Estep is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Sue Perry Estep; four sons, Kenneth and wife Cheryl of Bastrop, LA; Danny of Bastrop, LA; Mike and wife Laverne of Bastrop, LA; and Doug and wife Jerri of Baton Rouge, LA; ten grandchildren, thirteen great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He is also survived by two brothers; Don and wife Pat of Monroe, LA; Lynn and wife Sandra of Webster, NH; and two sisters, Fay Jinks of Monroe, LA; and Fran and husband Chuck Stolhand of Buda, TX. Serving as pallbearers are Kenny Estep, Jr., Danny Estep, Jr., Chad Estep, Joey Collins, Matt Romaire, and Doyle Jinks. Honorary pallbearers are David Estep and Jody Perry. The family would like to extend their deep appreciation to the Cherry Ridge Nursing Home, St. Francis Hospital, and Cornerstone Hospital staff for their care and compassion during George's illness. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Alzheimer's Association or the Bastrop First Church of God. To extend online condolences to the Estep family, please visit our website at www.coxfuneral.com. Cox Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Published in The News Star on April 2, 2012

Gary W. Black, 74 SPEARSVILLE — Gary Wayne Black, a mechanic and logger, died Saturday. Funeral services are at 10: a.m. Tuesday at Farrar Funeral Home in Farmerville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial is in Laran Cemetery under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home.

Perry L. Crow, 88 Perry Lee Crow of Monroe, a retired office manager at Ouachita Coca Cola, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Lakeshore Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is from 9 a.m. until service time Monday at the church. Burial is e in the Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Ronald Crum Sr., 58 WINNSBORO — Ronald "Joe" Crum Sr., a retired heavy equipment mechanic, died Sunday. Funeral services are at 2 p.m. Tuesday in Chase Pentecostal Church near Winnsboro. Visitation will begin at 5 p.m. Monday at the church. Burial is in Oakley Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home of Winnsboro.

Kate M. Long, 90 BASKIN — Kate McCrea Long, a retired teacher, died Sunday. Memorial services are at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Winnsboro First United Methodist Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home of Winnsboro.

Jamie Milby, 28 GILBERT — Jamie Milby died Friday. Funeral services are at 10 a.m. Monday at First Baptist Church in Wisner. Burial is in Providence Memorial Cemetery near Winnsboro under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home of Winnsboro.

Gladys Parker, 94 DOWNSVILLE — Gladys Parker, a Homemaker, died Saturday. Funeral services are at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Point Assembly of God of Point. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Monday at the church. Burial is in Wilhite Cemetery in Point under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville.

Lonnie Trichell, 73 Lonnie "Vince" Trichell, of West Monroe, a retired industrial painter, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Charles O. Whitlock, 83 Charles O. Whitlock of West Monroe, owner and operator of West Monroe Plumbing for 48 years, died Sunday. Funeral services are at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial is in Hasley Cemetery.

Robert B. Williams, 76 Robert B. Williams, of West Monroe, a retired truck driver, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED: Jackson, Clyde M.: 11 a.m. Monday, New Daughters of Zion Baptist Church, West Monroe. Rogers, Cleophus: 11 a.m. Monday, Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Ward, Marvin Don: 10 a.m. Monday, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.Janice D. Powell 65 COLUMBIA — Janice Darby Powell, dietary manager with Caldwell Memorial Hospital, died Saturday. Funeral services are at 2 p.m. Monday at First Baptist Church in Columbia. Visitation is from 8 a.m. until noon at Riser Funeral Home and from 1 p.m. until time of services at the church. Burial will be in Columbia Hill Cemetery.

Apr 3, 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Martha Messina Rizzuto Martha Messina Rizzuto, age 89, passed away at her residence in Texas on March 27, 2012. Daughter of the late Joe and Mary Lucas Messina. Also preceded in death by her husband, the late James N. Rizzuto, Jr., her daughter-in-law, the late Anita Gonzales Rizzuto, and siblings, the late Josephine Buttita, Sarah Dispenza, Mary Messina (twin), Angie Bruscato, Frank Messina, Sam Messina, and Joe Messina. She is survived by her sons Amico Joseph Rizzuto and James N. Rizzuto, III, grandchildren Brad and Brooke Rizzuto, siblings Rose Ditta, Carey Messina and Anthony Messina, and many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass on Wednesday, April 4, 2012, at 1:00 p.m. at Greenwood Funeral Home, 5200 Canal Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70124. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until service time. The family would like to extend special thanks to the staff of Allstar Hospice. To view and sign the family guest book please visit HYPERLINK "http://www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net" www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net Greenwood Funeral Home New Orleans, LA Published in The News Star on April 3, 2012

Lonnie "Vince" Trichell Graveside services for Lonnie "Vince" Trichell, 73, of West Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Wednesday, April 4, 2012 at the Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens Cemetery, West Monroe with Rev. Eugene Brown officiating. Mr. Trichell was born on December 23, 1938 and passed away on April 1, 2012. He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. Mr. Trichell was an avid hunter and fisherman. Mr. Trichell was a generous and loyal friend. Survivors include his children, Carmen Horne and husband Lary, Brad Trichell, Todd Trichell; grandchildren, Madison Horne, Savannah Cromwell, Christi Cannady, Misti Hudson, Wesley and Caleb Trichell; eight great grandchildren; and sisters, Eva Sue Roberson, and Cheryle Jo Wiggins. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Tuesday, April 3, 2012 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Online Registry/Condolence: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 3, 2012

Charles O. Whitlock Funeral services for Charles O. Whitlock, 83 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, April 4, 2012 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe. Reverend Waymond Warren will be officiating. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mr. Whitlock was born July 15, 1928 in West Monroe, LA and passed away April 1, 2012 in West Monroe. Charles was a retired plumbing contractor and owner/operator of West Monroe Plumbing for over 48 years. He loved spending time with his family. Mr. Whitlock is preceded in death by his wife Betty King Whitlock; parents Otis and Dera; daughter Leigh Ann Whitlock; and brothers O.C. Whitlock Jr., James A. Whitlock, and Marvin Whitlock. Charles is survived by his daughters Kay W. Shelton and Rhonda W. Hearne; grandsons D. Brent Shelton, Jr. and wife Lindsay, Michael Hearne and wife Carla, and Ryan Hearne and wife Britni; sister Nelda Whitlock Crain; and great grandchildren Brodie Hearne, Haylee Hearne, and 'Trey' Shelton. Pallbearers will be Michael Hearne, Todd Whitlock, Brent Shelton, Ryan Hearne, Mike Wilbanks, and David Crain. Honorary pallbearers are William "Bo" Whitlock, Don Leiber, Paul Crain, Alton "Giggs" Cooper, Henry Cook, and Ronald Moore. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 3, 2012

David E. Young Funeral services for David E. Young, 73 of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Wednesday, April 4, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Lindle Stewart officiating. Graveside services will be at 3:00 PM Wednesday at Smith Morgan Cemetery, New Edinburg, AR. Mr. Young went home to be with the Lord on April 02, 2012 at St. Francis Medical Center after a lengthy illness. He was born on November 1, 1938 in Fordyce, AR. He was raised in New Edinburg, AR and graduated from Kingsland High School in 1956. Mr. Young entered the U. S. Army in 1956. He moved to Monroe in 1959. Mr. Young was the owner of Young's Whirlpool Baths for 20 years. He was a member and past Master of Graham-Surghour Mason Lodge #383, Monroe York Rites, Emeritus Captain of Barak Flivvers Unit, Emeritus Member of Board of Directors, Perpetual Member of the Barak Shrine Temple, Past Director of Royal Order of Jesters. Mr. Young was preceded in death by his father, Edmond Young; mother, Martha Young; and brother, Paul Young. Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Della King Young; two sons, Douglas E. Young and wife Lisa of Baker, LA, Lamar E. Young and wife Donnie of Monroe, LA. He had one grandson, Brennon Young; and two granddaughters, Analyse and Sara Grace Young. He is also survived by a special niece, Patricia Putnam and husband John, sons, Daniel and Tyler of West Monroe, LA; brother, George E. Young of New Edinburg, AR; and a host of nieces and nephews. Honorary pallbearers will be the members of the Barak Shrine Temple and Graham-Surghour Lodge. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. In lieu of flowers, Mr. Young requested that donations be made to the Shriner's Hospital for Children, 3100 Samford Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71103. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 3, 2012

Mildred R. Bailey, 68 WINNSBORO — Mildred R. Bailey, a bookkeeper, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Winnsboro.

George Brinson, 74 George Brinson of Monroe, retired from the Ouachita Parish Fire Department, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Inez Daniels, 95 BASTROP — Inez Daniels, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Philadelphia Baptist Church, Bastrop. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

George E. Estep Jr. 84 BASTROP — George Ervin Estep Jr., retired lab technician with International Paper Company, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial, with military honors, will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

Arthur Hendrix, 55 CROSSETT, Ark. — Arthur Hendrix died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Sonny Lee Jones, 86 MER ROUGE — Sonny Lee Jones, a construction worker, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Red Hill Cemetery, Mer Rouge.

Kyle McCoy Jr., 65 Kyle "Butch" McCoy Jr. of Monroe, a computer programmer, died Sunday. Visitation is 9-11 a.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Other arrangements are incomplete.

Mary A. Miller, 76 BASTROP — Mary Ann Wilson Miller, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Morehouse Baptist Education Association Building, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at New Star Baptist Church, Collinston. Burial will be in Jerusalem Cemetery, Mer Rouge, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Rosie Patterson, 79 OAK RIDGE — Rosie Patterson, a line worker, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at New Bethany Baptist Church, Oak Ridge. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Oak Ridge, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Gloria Powell, 70 LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Gloria Powell, formerly of Strong, Ark., a foster caregiver, died March 24. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at Shiloh Baptist Church, Strong. Burial will be in Spring Hill Baptist Church Cemetery, Oakland, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Margaret Thomas, 85 Margaret Thomas of Monroe died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Robert B. Williams, 76 Robert B. Williams of West Monroe, a retired truck driver, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Jimmy Woods, 51 OAK RIDGE — Jimmy Woods, an administrative services worker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at the Morehouse Association Building, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at Alexandria No. 2 Baptist Church, Oak Ridge. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED: Black, Gary Wayne: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Crum Sr., Ronald "Joe": 2 p.m. Tuesday, Chase Pentecostal Church, near Winnsboro. Long, Kate McCrea: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Winnsboro First United Methodist Church. Parker, Gladys: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Point Assembly of God of Point. Whitlock, Charles O.: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Apr 4, 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

George Brinson Funeral services for George Brinson, 74, of Monroe, will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday, April 5, 2012, at the Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel with Rev. Terry Young officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Brinson died Sunday, April 1, 2012. He was a retired Chief for the Ouachita Parish Fire Department. Mr. Brinson was preceded in death by four brothers and two sisters. Survivors include his wife of fifty years, Anita Brinson; children, Mona Brinson Thomas and husband Rick of California, and Wendy Brinson Hardin and husband Tim of Monroe; seven grandchildren, one great grandchild, and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Thursday from 10:00 AM until service time at the Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital . Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 4, 2012

Kyle "Butch" McCoy, Jr. Funeral services for Kyle "Butch" McCoy, Jr., 65, of Monroe, will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday, April 5, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Warren Eckhardt officiating. Private Interment will be at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. McCoy died Sunday, April 1, 2012. He was Vice President of Ouachita National Bank, Programming Manager, Vice President of Central Bank, worked at Troy & Nichols, and L M Data. Butch won many Golden Glove Awards in the Amateur Division before becoming a professional boxer. He loved to fish and spending time with his family. Mr. McCoy was preceded in death by his parents, Kyle Jesse and Gladys McCoy; two sisters, Shirley McCoy Cobb and Frances McCoy Jones; and nephew, Donnie Caruthers. Survivors include his wife, Brenda McCoy; two sons, Mark Kyle McCoy and wife Theresa, and Matthew Brian McCoy; grandson, Justin Kyle McCoy, all of Monroe; sister, Peggy Head of El Dorado, AR; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Thursday from 9:00 AM until service time at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 4, 2012

Edmond L. Richard, Jr. Memorial services for Edmond L. Richard, Jr., age 86 of Columbia will be held Saturday , April 7,2012 at 10:00am, in the Riser Funeral Home chapel in Columbia with the Rev. Cecil Gregory officiating. Visitation will be from 5:00pm to 8:00pm, Friday, April 6, at the funeral home. Mr. Richard was born in Boyce, LA on July 19, 1925 to the union of his parents Edmond Louis Richard, Sr. and Victoria Blacksher Richard, and died April 2, 2012 at his residence. He was retired from the Caldwell Parish School System where he was a classroom teacher, Principal of Columbia High School, Principal of Caldwell Parish High School, and Superintendent of Schools. He also taught in the Lasalle Parish School System for six years and one year at the Northeast Louisiana Vocational Center. He was a member of the Kiwanis Club, Columbia Masonic Lodge and the Order of The Eastern Star. He was a veteran of World War II, serving with the 1st Infantry Division in the European Theater. He was awarded the Bronze Star for bravery and two Purple Hearts for his service. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Juanita Richard, and son, Charles Richard. Mr. Richard is survived by his wife, Helen Mills Richard; son, Dan Richard and wife Susie, of Collierville, TN; and two grandchildren, Chris Richard and Alison Richard. In lieu of flowers any planned memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church of Columbia. Online registry/ condolences: riserfuneralhomes.com Riser Funeral Home 7131 U S Highway 165 Columbia, LA 71418 Published in The News Star on April 4, 2012

Loretta G. Chretien, 86 QUITMAN — Loretta Gobert Chretien, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Lucy Catholic Church, Hodge. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Wednesday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Wanda Ford, 62 COLUMBIA — Wanda Sue Bratton Ford, a licensed practical nurse, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Riser Funeral Home. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Little Star Cemetery, Kelly.

Jerry G. Graves, 63 BASTROP — Jerry Gene Graves, a carpenter, died Monday. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Other arrangements are incomplete.

James Hullaby, 47 James Alton Hullaby of Monroe, a custodian, died Thursday. Services are Saturday, time and location incomplete. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. at Hester's Central Sate Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery.

Bettina Matthews, 79 RAYVILLE — Bettina Matthews, a high school teacher, died March 26. Memorial services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Rayville United Methodist Church. Visitation is 9 a.m. Thursday until time of service at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home,.

Vivian W. McVicker, 89 TAMPA, Fla. — Vivian McVicker, a homemaker formerly of Farmerville, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Conway Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in Conway Cemetery.

Nemigah Smith, 71 Nemigah Smith of Monroe, a laborer, died March 27. Graveside services are1 p.m. Wednesday at Magnolia Cemetery under the direction of Hester's Central State Funeral Home.

Lonnie Trichell, 73 Lonnie "Vince" Trichell of West Monroe, a retired industrial painter, died Sunday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens Cemetery, West Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Charles Tucker, 61 Charles Michael Tucker of Monroe, a retail manager, died March 28. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Greater Realiness Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Wednesday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

David E. Young, 73 David E. Young of Monroe, owner of Young's Whirlpool Baths, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Graveside services are 3 p.m. Wednesday in the Smith Morgan Cemetery, New Edinburg, Ark.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Bailey, Mildred R.: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Jones, Sonny Lee: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Miller, Mary Ann Wilson: 11 a.m. Saturday, Morehouse Baptist Education Association Building, Bastrop. Patterson, Rosie: 11 a.m. Thursday, New Bethany Baptist Church, Oak Ridge. Powell, Gloria: 1 p.m. Friday, Shiloh Baptist Church, Strong, Ark. Whitlock, Charles O.: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Williams, Robert B.: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Woods, Jimmy: 2 p.m. Saturday, Morehouse Association Building, Bastrop.

Apr 5, 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

George Brinson, 74 George Brinson of Monroe, retired from the Ouachita Parish Fire Department, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel. Visitation is 10 a.m. Thursday until service time at the mausoleum. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Willard D. Chevallier, 83 JONESVILLE — Willard Dawson Chevallier died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Liberty Worship Center. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at Young's Funeral Home. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery,

Jena. Mary M. Cook, 92 RUSTON — Mary Martille Cook died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Cook Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Owens Memorial Chapel. Burial will be in Cook Cemetery.

Maxie F. Curington, 67 WISNER — Maxie Faye Curington, a teacher's aide with Franklin Parish School Board, died Tuesday. Services are 3 p.m. Thursday at South Central Baptist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Terry W. DuPont, 67 BASTROP — Terry W. DuPont, a retired carpenter, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Friday at Christ Church Cemetery. Visitation is 10 a.m. until noon Friday at Golden Funeral Home.

Billy Egans, 51 CASTOR — Billy Egans, a business owner, died March 28. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at New Friendship Baptist Church. Visitation is 3-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Minden. Burial will be in Old Castor Cemetery.

Malik S. Gibbs, infant Malik Sylvastian Gibbs of Monroe, the infant son of Dalisha Gibbs, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Halls Cemetery, Rhymes.

Esther B. Hale, 82 Esther B. Hale of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are noon Thursday at Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. Thursday until service time at the funeral home.

George Harrison, 73 MINDEN — George Harrison, a business owner, died Sunday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at Mayflower Baptist Church. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home. Burial will be in Mayflower Cemetery.

Billy P. Head, 76 HEBERT — Billy Parnell Head, retired sheet metal worker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Bethany Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Roger K. Hutson, 59 RAYVILLE — Roger K. Hutson, a boilermaker, died Wednesday. Memorial service arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home.

Joanna Leechman, 91 Joanna Leechman of West Monroe, retired postal worker, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Farmerville. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Freddie Little, 68 Freddie Mae Little of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Zion Springs Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 3-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery.

Kyle McCoy Jr., 65 Kyle "Butch" McCoy Jr. of Monroe, a computer programmer, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. Thursday until service time at the funeral home. Private burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Jessie W. Paris, 90 FERRIDAY — Jessie Wrinkle Paris died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at The Pentecostals of the Miss-Lou. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Thursday at the church. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Park, Natchez, under the direction of Young's Funeral Home.

Rosie Patterson, 79 OAK RIDGE — Rosie Patterson, a line worker, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at New Bethany Baptist Church, Oak Ridge. Burial will be in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Oak Ridge, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

J. Todd Peel, 45 J. Todd Peel of Monroe died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Edmond L. Richard Jr., 86 COLUMBIA — Edmond L. Richard Jr., retired superintendent with the Caldwell Parish School System, died Monday. Memorial services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Riser Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Bennie E. Roark, 85 Bennie E. Roark of Monroe, retired Central Oil & Supply, died Wednesday. Visitation is noon until 1 p.m. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Other arrangements are incomplete.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED: Chretien, Loretta Gobert: 10 a.m. Thursday, St. Lucy Catholic Church, Hodge. Ford, Wanda Sue Bratton: 11 a.m. Thursday, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Matthews, Bettina: 10 a.m. Thursday, Rayville United Methodist Church. McVicker, Vivian: 11 a.m. Friday, Conway Baptist Church. Miller, Mary Ann: 11 a.m. Saturday, Morehouse Baptist Education Association Building, Bastrop. Powell, Gloria: 1 p.m. Friday, Shiloh Baptist Church, Strong, Ark. Tucker, Charles Michael: 11 a.m. Thursday, Greater Realness Church, West Monroe. Woods, Jimmy: 2 p.m. Saturday, Morehouse Association Building, Bastrop.

Apr 6, 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Roderick "Rod" Ray Clements Graveside services for Roderick "Rod" Ray Clements 45, of Whitney, Texas will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, April 7, 2012 at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens West Monroe. Rev. Woods Watson will be officiating under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Rod is survived by his mother; Ruth Clements; sister; Jennifer Wallace and husband Emmett; nephews; Shawn Keyser and Shane Ryan; niece, Amanda Smith and husband Theron; great niece, Karly Keyser. Family requests that memorials be made to assist with funeral expenses. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 7, 2012

Claudine "Mutt" Hightower Funeral Services for Mrs. Claudine Milford "Mutt" Hightower, of West Monroe, LA will be 11:00 AM Saturday, April 7, 2012 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Rev. Stuart Sherman and Rev. Johnny Hankins officiating. Interment will follow at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Mrs. Hightower was born March 26, 1919 to the union of Jack and Alma Milford and died April 4, 2012 at Ridgecrest Community Care Center West Monroe, Louisiana. She was a member of Asbury United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, James Hightower; three brothers, William "Sambo" Richardson, Luther Richardson and Billy Richardson; sister-in-law, Mary Ford; and son-in-law, Fred Herndon. Survivors include three daughters, Barbara Scalia and her husband J.C., Gail Duke and her husband Danny, Cheryl Herndon; two special sisters-in-law, Irene Richardson, and Juanita Richardson; 9 grandchildren, Pam Klaser, Traci Reneau, Leigh Turnage, John Scalia, Jamie Brooks, Ken Berry, Kim Moore, Sam Langston, and Stephanie Guidry; 17 great grandchildren and 5 great great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews and lifelong close friends. Pallbearers will be Ken Berry, Sam Langston, Tyler Brooks, Dustin Brooks, Lennon Inabnet, and Connor Inabnet. The family would like to extend their special thanks to the staff of Ridgecrest Community Care Center and to Hospice Compassus for their care and compassion during our mother's illness. Memorials may be sent to Wish I Could Foundation Inc. or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital . Visitation will be from 9:00 AM Saturday until service time at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 6, 2012

J. Todd Peel Graveside services for J. Todd Peel, 45, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, April 7, 2012, at Beech Springs Baptist Church Cemetery, Quitman, LA with Pastor Eugene Brown officiating. Services are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Todd died Wednesday, April 04, 2012. Survivors include his sisters, Kaye Smith and husband Dale, Ann Duck and husband Larry, Jennie McQuay, Shanna Peel and Chris Robertson; and Donna Campbell. Brothers, Tony Peel and wife Linda, Billy Allen, Chuck Huffman and wife Perry, and Nicholas Peel; and special friend, Thomas Southern. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 6, 2012

Graham J. Christian, infant Graham Jack Christian, the infant son of Felicca Willhite and Perry Christian, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Roderick Clements, 45 Roderick "Rod" Ray Clements of West Monroe, former car salesman and veteran, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Louis Curtis, 60 BASKIN — Louis "Snooky" Curtis, a retired crop adjuster, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Coax Cemetery.

Kay G. Ellender, 69 COLUMBIA — Kay Godfrey Ellender, an English Teacher at the University of Louisiana at Monroe and Louisiana Tech University, died March 27. Memorial services are 3-5 p.m. Saturday at Synope Plantation. Arrangements are under the direction of Riser Funeral Home.

Jerry G. Graves, 63 BASTROP — Jerry Gene Graves, a carpenter, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Maplewood Baptist Church. Burial will be in Union Cemetery, Marion, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Lillian A. Hartman, 72 RAYVILLE — Lillian Anita Hartman died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Mount Calvary Baptist Church. Visitation is 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Rayville Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home.

Claude Henderson, 79 HARRISONBURG — Claude Ray Henderson, an oilfield equipment salesman, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Harrisonburg Cemetery. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday at Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville.

Sharon K. Hodges, 50 SHREVEPORT — Sharon K. Hodges died Wednesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Beulah Cemetery. Visitation is 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Saturday at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

James A. Hullaby, 47 James Alton Hullaby of Monroe, a custodian, died March 29. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at St. Phillip Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

Robert L. Wilson Jr., 61 TALLULAH — Robert Lee Wilson Jr., an engineer, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Tallulah Community Center. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home. Burial will be in New Oakwood Cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED: Chevallier, Willard Dawson: 10 a.m. Friday, Liberty Worship Center, Jonesville. Cook, Mary Martille: 10 a.m. Saturday, Cook Baptist Church, Ruston. DuPont, Terry W.: 2 p.m. Friday, Christ Church Cemetery, Bastrop. Egans, Billy: 11 a.m. Saturday, New Friendship Baptist Church. Harrison, George: 3 p.m. Saturday, Mayflower Baptist Church. Head, Billy Parnell: 10 a.m. Friday, Bethany Baptist Church, Hebert. Leechman, Joanna: 1 p.m. Saturday, Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Farmerville. Little, Freddie Mae: 1 p.m. Saturday, Zion Springs Baptist Church, Monroe. McVicker, Vivian: 11 a.m. Friday, Conway Baptist Church. Miller, Mary Ann: 11 a.m. Saturday, Morehouse Baptist Education Association Building, Bastrop. Paris, Jessie Wrinkle: 2 p.m. Friday, The Pentecostals of the Miss-Lou, Ferriday. Powell, Gloria: 1 p.m. Friday, Shiloh Baptist Church, Strong, Ark. Richard Jr., Edmond L.: 10 a.m. Saturday, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Woods, Jimmy: 2 p.m. Saturday, Morehouse Association Building, Bastrop.

Apr 7, 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Mary Aaron LaComb Funeral Services for Mary Aaron LaComb, 63, of West Monroe will be held on Saturday, April 7, 2012 at 3:00 PM in the Chapel at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA with Rev. Jerry Salisbury officiating. Mrs. LaComb was born on September 12, 1948 and passed away on April 5, 2012. Survivors include her husband Floyd LaComb, her son; Truett Temple, daughter; Shelly Temple Sims, grandchildren; Dustin, Tyler, Baylea, Tori, Toby, Hunter, Abby, and Cody, and her three brothers; Charles Aaron, Jerry Aaron, and Bobby Aaron. Visitation will be held from 1:00 PM until service time on Saturday. Memorials may be made to Susan G. Komen Foundation . Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 7, 2012

Bennie E. Roark Funeral services for Bennie E. Roark, 85, of Monroe, will be held at 1:00 PM Monday, April 9, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Mickey Bounds officiating assisted by Richard Runnels and Rev. Gabe Krell. Interment will be at Shanks Cemetery, Rayville, LA. Mr. Roark died Wednesday, April 04, 2012, at Richardson Medical Center. He was a U. S. Army veteran serving in both WWII and the Korean Conflict. Mr. Roark is preceded in death by parents, Edwin and Lillie Roark; sister, Eddie Lee Roark Hardwick; and two brothers, Jack Roark and William Roark. Survivors include his wife, Samantha Ann Spencer Roark; daughter, Debbie Roark of Brandon, MS; son, Phil Roark and wife, Kelly Roark of Monroe; and four grandchildren, Terrell Kincaid, Tucker Kincaid, Jordan Roark, and Spencer Roark; along with numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Leonard Spencer, Edwin Tudor, Don Green, Ronnie Nolan, Gary Roberts, and Brad Lawrence. Visitation will be Monday from 12:00 Noon until service time at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The family wishes to extend a special thanks to Viola White and to the staff of Rayville Nursing and Rehabilitation for their years of care, compassion and love shown to our husband and father. Memorials may be made to West New Home Baptist Church, 1799 LA 134, Rayville, LA 71269. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 7, 2012

Alice Albritton, 79 FARMERVILLE — Alice Joan Albritton, a retired public health nurse, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home.

Loc Calhoun, 96 RAYVILLE — Loc Calhoun died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Richland United Pentecostal Church, Holly Ridge. Visitation is 9 a.m. until time of service at the church. Burial will be in McKnight Cemetery, Holly Ridge, under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home.

Graham Christian, infant Graham Jack Christian, infant son of Felicca Willhite and Perry Christian, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Roderick Clements, 45 WHITNEY, Texas — Roderick "Rod" Ray Clements, a former car salesman, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens, West Monroe, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Charles Henderson, 72 BASTROP — Charles Ronald Henderson, a supervisor with GEO Chemicals, died Friday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Monday at Cox Funeral Home.

Claudine Hightower, 93 Claudine Milford "Mutt" Hightower of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. until time of service at the funeral home. Burial will be in Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens Cemetery, West Monroe.

Gary Howard, 62 ROCKWALL, Texas — Gary Wayne "Joe" Howard, a restaurant equipment repairman, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Mary LaComb, 63 Mary Aaron LaComb of West Monroe, a retired medical secretary, died Thursday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. until time of service at the funeral home.

Dewana Nichols, 59 GEORGETOWN — Dewana Gayle Nichols, an office manager, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Sunday at Beulah Baptist Church, Georgetown. Visitation is 5 p.m. Saturday at Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield. Burial will be in Beulah Cemetery.

Betty Norris, 75 WINNSBORO — Betty Levonne Norris, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home.

Martha D. Pee, 69 CHOUDRANT — Martha D. Pee died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

J. Todd Peel, 45 J. Todd Peel of Monroe died Wednesday. Memorial services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Beech Springs Baptist Church Cemetery, Quitman, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Jimmie Sivils, 74 BASTROP — Jimmie Sivils died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home.

James D. Smith, 48 DARNELL — James Douglas Smith Jr., an offshore welder, died Thursday. Services are 3:30 p.m. Saturday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 10:30 a.m. until time of service at the funeral home.

Ella B. Thomas, 77 LAFAYETTE — Ella Bernice Thomas, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 3 p.m. Sunday at Laurel Heights Baptist Church, Winnfield. Visitation is 5 p.m. Saturday at Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield. Burial will be in Couley Double Church Cemetery, Winnfield

Bennie Thompson, 85 RUSTON — Bennie Melle Thompson, a retired teacher, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Temple Baptist Church. Visitation is 1 p.m. until time of service at the church. Burial will be Vienna Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED: Christian, Graham Jack: 10 a.m. Saturday, Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe. Cook, Mary Martille: 10 a.m. Saturday, Cook Baptist Church, Ruston. Curtis, Louis "Snooky": 10 a.m. Saturday, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Egans, Billy: 11 a.m. Saturday, New Friendship Baptist Church. Ellender, Kay Godfrey: 3-5 p.m. Saturday at 293 Synope Drive, Synope Plantation, Columbia. Graves, Jerry Gene: 10 a.m. Saturday, Maplewood Baptist Church, Bastrop. Harrison, George: 3 p.m. Saturday, Mayflower Baptist Church. Hartman, Lillian Anita: 2 p.m. Friday, Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Rayville. Henderson, Claude Ray: 2 p.m. Saturday, Harrisonburg Cemetery. Hodges, Sharon K.: 2 p.m. Saturday, Beulah Cemetery. Hullaby, James Alton: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Phillip Baptist Church, Monroe. Leechman, Joanna: 1 p.m. Saturday, Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Farmerville. Little, Freddie Mae: 1 p.m. Saturday, Zion Springs Baptist Church, Monroe. Miller, Mary Ann: 11 a.m. Saturday, Morehouse Baptist Education Association Building, Bastrop. Richard Jr., Edmond L.: 10 a.m. Saturday, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Wilson Jr., Robert Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, Tallulah Community Center. Woods, Jimmy: 2 p.m. Saturday, Morehouse Association Building, Bastrop.

Apr 8, 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Alice Joan Albritton Funeral services for Mrs. Alice Joan Albritton, age 79, of Farmerville, LA., will be held at 10:00 AM Monday, April 9, 2012, at Enterprise Baptist Church in Farmerville. Officiating the service will be Rev. Bob Jackson. Interment will follow in Enterprise Cemetery under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville, LA. Joan was born on April 13, 1932 in Downsville, LA; and passed away on April 6, 2012 in Monroe, LA. She was a longtime member of Enterprise Baptist Church and was a Registered Nurse who spent several years as a Public Health Nurse for the Union Parish Health Unit till her retirement. Survivors include her husband of 58 years, Bob Albritton; sons, Steven Albritton and wife Reba; Robin Albritton and wife Sue; daughter, Thalia Williams and husband Darrell; grandchildren, Benji Albritton and wife Sherri; Kristen Huey and husband Willie; Jeff Albritton and wife Jennifer; and Mark Albritton; great-grandchildren, Logan Albritton, Landyn Albritton, Mary Sue Huey, Nettie Huey, Amelia Albritton, and Olivia Albritton. Visitation will be held Sunday, April 8, 2012 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on April 8, 2012

Gary Wayne "Joe" Howard Funeral service for Mr. Gary Wayne "Joe" Howard, 62, of Rockwall, TX, will be held at 3:30 PM, Monday, April 9, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe with Rev. Kenny Eubanks officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Howard passed away on April 6, 2012, in Rockwall, TX. He was a business owner of Howard Restaurant Services in Rockwall, TX. Mr. Howard was a musician and loved to play music, spending time with his grandchildren, Nascar and the New Orleans Saints. Survivors include his wife, Peggy Stewart Howard; three children, Mark Howard; Tina Howard all of Rockwall, TX; and Paul Howard and wife Amanda of Quinlan, TX, three grandchildren, Meagan Howard, Jake Burks Howard, and Nathan Howard; two sisters, Norma Oliveaux and Diane Lamartiniere; brother, Seville Howard all of Monroe, LA; and much loved nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Kenny Brinson, Harold Jones, Gary and Bradley Lamartiniere, and Kenny and Glen Killian. Visitation will be from 12:00 noon until service time Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 8, 2012

Martha D. Pee Funeral services for Martha D. Pee, age 69, of Choudrant, LA will be held at 3:00 PM, Sunday, April 8, 2012, at Cook Baptist Church in Ruston. Officiating the service will be Dr. Mike Holloway and Rev. David Harrell. Interment will follow in Cook Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston. Martha was born July 9, 1942 and passed away April 6, 2012 following a lengthy illness. She is preceded in death by her father, Odis Davis and a sister, Patsy Phillips. Martha, an avid quilter, was a retired secretary for the Lincoln Parish School Board and co-owner of Ruston Car Wash. She was an active member of Cook Baptist Church for 48 years and very involved in the Navajo Missions in New Mexico. She also loved spending time with her grandchildren and her family. She is survived by her husband; Fred Pee, daughters; Denise Kimrey, Donna Sasser and her husband David, Marti Hubbard and her husband Chris; her mother; Helen "Mama D" Davis; one sister, Carolyn Mizell and her husband Bobby, grandchildren; Megan McCoy and her husband Chancy, Daniel Kimrey, Rachel Sasser, Anna Sasser and Jonathan Hubbard. Pallbearers will be Richard Jones, Tim Whittington, George Scriber, Allen Sandifer, Kevin Williams, and Todd Lary. Honorary pallbearers will be the Deacons of Cook Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Navajo Missions c/o Cook Baptist Church or to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Published in The News Star on April 8, 2012

Ernestine "Ernie" Raborn Poland Funeral services for Ernestine "Ernie" Raborn Poland, 88, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 1:00 PM, Monday, April 9, 2012 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe with Pastor Fred J. Foster and Pastor Mark Foster officiating. Interment will follow at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Poland was born April 9, 1923 in Farmerville, LA and passed away April 6, 2012 in West Monroe after a lengthy illness. She was a woman of faith and prayer and a member of The Pentecostals of the Twin Cities Church in West Monroe where she was actively involved in church activities until her residency at Landmark Nursing Home. Mrs. Poland was preceded in death by her husband, William A. Poland; parents, Ernest and Eunice Raborn; 2 brothers and 2 sisters. She is survived by her son, William A. "Butch" Poland and wife Kathy; daughter, Deborra Poland Beard and husband Tony; daughter, Carol Poland Smith and husband Randy; 7 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; brothers, James Raborn and Richard Raborn; and sister, Linda Raborn Dew and husband Bill. The family would like to thank the staff of Landmark Nursing Home for the care given to Mrs. Poland throughout the years of her residency. Visitation will be held Sunday, April 8th from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 8, 2012

Bennie Melle Liner Thompson Funeral services for Bennie Melle Liner Thompson, age 85, of Ruston, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Monday, April 9, 2012, at the chapel of Temple Baptist Church in Ruston. Officiating the service will be Rev. Dale Oden. Interment will follow at Vienna Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston. Visitation will be on Monday from 1:00 PM until service time. Mrs. Thompson was born July 12, 1926 and passed away at her home in Ruston, LA on Thursday, April 5, 2012 following a courageous battle with cancer. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Howard Liner and her sister, Frances Jeannene Liner. Mrs. Thompson graduated from Louisiana Tech University with a Master's degree in Education. She loved teaching children and held a special place in her heart for each of her students. She was a member of Temple Baptist Church, Sunset Garden Club, and a Silver Member of Alpha Delta Kappa. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Bruce Thompson; her daughter, Shawn Moss and her husband Craig; her two grandsons, Corey and Blake Moss; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Corey Moss, Joey Booth, James Davison, Randy Moore, Terry Havins, and Tyler Mann. The Thompson family wished to thank Professional Hospice Care for their love and support. In lieu of flowers memorials may be sent to Temple Baptist Church Children's Ministry or to a charity of one's choice . Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Published in The News Star on April 8, 2012

Carolyn Durbin, 59 SALINE — Carolyn Corley Durbin, a factory worker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Magnolia Baptist Church. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. Sunday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in the Old Saline Cemetery.

Marie Evans, 91 Marie "Mama Ree" Evans of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Luna Methodist Cemetery.

Jerry Graves, 63 BASTROP — Jerry Gene Graves, a carpenter, died Monday. Services were Saturday at Maplewood Baptist Church. Burial was in Union Cemetery, Marion, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Hazel Long, 89 DOWNSVILLE — Hazel Cox Long, a retired accountant, died Friday. Services are 3 p.m. Monday, at Holmesville Baptist Church. Visitation is 1 p.m. Monday until time of service at the church. Burial will be in Holmesville Cemetery under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Carol McLendon, 62 OAK GROVE — Carol Lee McLendon, a bookkeeper with the East Carroll Parish School Board, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Cox Funeral Home. Visitation is 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday and from 9 a.m. until time of service Monday at the funeral Home. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery.

Betty Norris, 75 WINNSBORO — Betty Levone Jones Norris, a homemaker, died Friday. Memorial services are 7 p.m. Monday at Gill First National Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Bennie E. Roark, 85 Bennie E. Roark of Monroe died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is noon Monday until time of service at the funeral home. Burial will be in Shanks Cemetery, Rayville.

Jimmie Sivils, 74 BASTROP — Jimmie Turner Sivils, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at the Pine Grove Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. at the church. Burial will be in LA-ARK Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED: Henderson, Charles Ronald: 2 p.m. Monday, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Nichols, Dewana Gayle: 11 a.m. Sunday, Beulah Baptist Church, Georgetown. Thomas, Ella Bernice: 3 p.m. Sunday, Laurel Heights Baptist Church, Winnfield. Thompson, Bennie Melle: 2 p.m. Monday, Temple Baptist Church, Ruston.

Apr 9, 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Ruby Lois Gathright Funeral service for Mrs. Ruby Lois Gathright, 80, of Sterlington, will be held at 10:00 AM Tuesday, April 10, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe with Rev. Chad Ballard officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Ms. Gathright died on April 7, 2012, after a lengthy illness. Born on April 21, 1931, in Athens, LA, she lived in Sterlington, LA since 1953. Mrs. Gathright was as a long-time volunteer for North Monroe Hospital and St. Francis Medical Center and received Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition in 2011 as a Hometown Hero. Mrs. Gathright also worked as an election poll worker for many years. Mrs. Gathright was preceded in death by her husband, B.K. Gathright who passed away on February 20, 2012, by her parents, Lawrence and Beatrice Feazell, brothers, Arvil and James Feazell, and sisters, Lorita Feazell and Oneal Anderson. Survivors include three sons, Larry Gathright and spouse Mona Gathright, Raymond Gathright and spouse Denise Gathright, and Randy Gathright; daughter, Carolyn Gathright Northcutt, seven grandchildren, Robin Reynolds, Amanda Gathright, Chad Hargon, Michael Northcutt, Brandon Northcutt, Ashley Northcutt, and Tyler LaFollette; one great granddaughter, Annelise Reynolds; brothers, Charles and Aubin Feazell; sisters, Inez Thompson and Peggy Ramsey; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Rheo Stewart, Michael Northcutt, Brandon Northcutt, Tyler LaFollette, Chad Hargon, James Neal Anderson, and Russell Banks. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society . Special appreciation to A Touch of Love Hospice Care, LLC and specifically Janice Robinson for the loving care. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 9, 2012

Hazel Cox Long Funeral services for Hazel Cox Long, age 89, of Downsville, LA., will be held at 3:00 PM, Monday, April 9, 2012, at Holmesville Baptist Church in Downsville. Officiating the service will be Rev. Jerry Whitman. Interment will follow in Holmesville Cemetery under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville, LA. Hazel was born on June 30, 1922 in Downsville, LA., and passed away on April 6, 2012 in West Monroe, LA. She was a member of Holmesville Baptist Church in Dowsnville. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jessie E. Long, sons, Billy Wayne Long, Elzie C. Long, and grand-daughter, Allyson Lynn Long. Survivors include her two sons, Johnny M. Long of Downsville, LA; Richard Lynn Long of Downsville, LA; two grandsons, Stephen Wayne Long, and David B. Long, one great-grandchild, and one brother T.W. Cox of West Monroe, LA. Visitation will be held Monday, April 9, 2012 from 1:00 PM until time of service at the church. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on April 9, 2012

Alice Joan Albritton, 79 FARMERVILLE — Alice Joan Albritton, a retired public health nurse, died Friday. Funeral services are 10 a.m. Monday at Enterprise Baptist Church in Farmerville. Burial is in Enterprise Cemetery under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville.

Marie Evans, 91 Marie (Mama Ree) Evans of West Monroe, a retired homemaker, died Saturday. Funeral services are at 10 a.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Burial is in Luna Methodist Cemetery.

Ruthie M. Haddox, 80 JEFFERSON, Texas — Ruthie Mae Haddox, formerly of Farmerville, a retired certified nurse's aide, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Ernestine Poland, 88 Ernestine "Ernie" Poland of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Funeral services are at 1 p.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe. Burial is in Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens.

Jane A. Ward, 73 BASTROP — Jane Ann Ward, a retired respiratory therapist and a beautician, died Sunday. Funeral services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Golden Funeral Home. Visitation is 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial is in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED: Durbin, Carolyn Corley: 2 p.m. Monday, Magnolia Baptist Church, Saline. Henderson, Charles Ronald: 2 p.m. Monday, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Evans, Marie "Mama Ree": 10 a.m. Monday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Long, Hazel Cox: 3 p.m. Monday, Holmesville Baptist Church, Downsville. McLendon, Carol Lee: 2 p.m. Monday, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Norris, Betty Levone Jones: 7 p.m. Monday, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Roark, Bennie E.: 1 p.m. Monday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Sivils, Jimmie Turner: 10 a.m. Monday, Pine Grove Baptist Church, Bastrop. Thompson, Bennie Melle: 2 p.m. Monday, Temple Baptist Church, Ruston.

Apr 10, 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Perry Reese Childress A graveside memorial service for Perry Reese Childress will be held at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, April 10, 2012 at Mansfield Cemetery in Mansfield. Rev. Jon Tellifero of First Methodist Church, West Monroe, will officiate. Perry was born July 12, 1934 in Mansfield and died April 6, 2012 in Alexandria. He was preceded in death by his parents James and Elizabeth Childress and his brothers Hollie and James. He is survived by his sisters, Sara Vercher and Barbara Westbrook, niece Sharon Van Tyne, nephews Robert, Ronald, and Robin Vercher. In early childhood Perry suffered an illness that left him severely disabled. When his parents were no longer able to care for him, he became a resident of Pinecrest Developmental Center in Pineville. For more than half his life Perry was cared for by the doctors, nurses, professional staff and cottage workers at Pinecrest. Doctors and hospitals in Alexandria provided additional care when needed. Members of local churches regularly visited him. His family has always been grateful for the loving kindness shown to Perry throughout his years at Pinecrest - it was immeasurable and unforgettable. Kramer Funeral Home Alexandria, LA Published in The News Star on April 10, 2012

Dorothy Elizabeth Breese Grant Dorothy Elizabeth Breese Grant, age 97, of Houston, Texas, died Easter Day, the 8th of April 2012, in Houston. Dorothy, also known as Maw Maw and Aunt Dot, was born on the 20th of March 1915 in Trenton (now West Monroe), Louisiana, to Frank C. Breese, Sr. and Dora Monteith Breese. She was educated in Ouachita Parish schools and attended business school after high school. In 1937, she married E. Bailey Grant, also of West Monroe, to whom she remained married for 68 years until his death in 2005. After service in World War II, Bailey ran for Ouachita Parish Sheriff, was elected, and served in that office for 32 years. After he retired, he and Dot moved to Pearland, Texas, to be near their daughter Bennie and her family. After her husband died, Dorothy moved to Houston. Except her job at Milner Fuller as a young woman, she was a homemaker all her life, raising their daughter and supporting her husband in his career. She enjoyed community activities, most notably the Junior Charity League and the Bobashelas Book Club of West Monroe, of which she was a lifetime member for more than 60 years. Mrs. Grant was predeceased by her parents and by her four siblings, Alma Breese (Mrs. Louis) Gimler, Neva Breese (Mrs. Florence L.) Jones and Frank C. Breese, Jr., all of Monroe, Louisiana, and Helen Breese (Mrs. David L.) Croom of Monahans, Texas. She is survived by her daughter, Bennie Breese Grant Hall and son-in-law, The Reverend Dr. Laurens Allen Hall, of Houston, Texas; grandson, Grant Allen Hall and wife, Allison Quayle Hall, and children, William Quayle Hall and Daisy Grace Hall of Houston, Texas; grandson, Oliver Wilton Hall of Austin, Texas; and granddaughter, Bailey Elizabeth Hall Kinney and husband, Benjamin Kane Kinney, and children, Kane Elizabeth Kinney and Trotter Hall Kinney of Houston, Texas. Dorothy was proud to be aunt to numerous loving nieces and nephews. The memorial service is to be conducted at 11:00 in the morning on Wednesday, the 11th of April, in the chapel of The Church of St. John the Divine, 2450 River Oaks Boulevard in Houston, where the Rev. Dr. Laurens A. Hall, Rector, is to officiate. The interment service is to be conducted in Louisiana at 11:00 in the morning on Thursday, the 12th of April, at Riverview Cemetery, 100 Standifer Avenue at South Grand Street in Monroe. In lieu of customary remembrances, the family requests memorial contributions be directed to the Sheriff Bailey Grant Memorial Scholarship in Criminal Justice; University of Louisiana - Monroe; 700 University Ave.; Monroe, LA, 71209; or to The Church of St. John the Divine, 2450 River Oaks Blvd., Houston, TX, 77019. Online registry/condolence: mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 10, 2012

Carol Ann Williams Mills A memorial service and visitation for Carol Ann Williams Mills, 63, of West Monroe, will be held on Tuesday, April 10, 2012 at St. Patrick's Episcopal Church, 1712 Wellerman Road, West Monroe. The memorial service will begin at 4:00 PM with Rev. Robert Dandridge officiating, and will immediately be followed by visitation until 6:00 PM. Carol was born November 6, 1948 in Monroe, LA to Hubert Weatherly and Nancy Williams and passed away Monday, April 9, 2012, at St. Francis Medical Center following a battle with cancer. Carol had a successful career with Bell South that spanned more than 30 years. In retirement, Carol devoted her time to rescuing and providing resources for the care and treatment of numerous felines. This was a calling for her, and gave her great joy to give back to the creatures that she felt gave her so much. Carol was preceded in death by her parents, Hubert Weatherly and Nancy Williams. Survivors include her Daughter, Heather Mills of Frisco, TX; Son, Heath Mills and his wife Jennifer of Monroe, LA; Brother, Robert Williams; Sister, Lucy Phillips; Sister, Nancy Manchester; 4 Grandchildren, Brennan Mills, Lauren Telano, Bailey Mills and Liam Mills, all of Monroe, LA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent in Carol's name to the Humane Society Adoption Center, 920 Freight Drive, Monroe, LA 71203 Published in The News Star on April 10, 2012

Lucy Ashby, 92 DOWNSVILLE — Lucy Ashby, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Lomer L. Barr, 88 OAK GROVE — Lomer L. Barr, a farmer, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Tuesday at Goodwill Church of God, Goodwill. Visitation is 8 a.m. Tuesday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Redwing Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Linda J. Briley, 65 RAYVILLE — Linda Jo Briley, a daycare worker, died Thursday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 1 p.m. Tuesday until service time at the funeral home. Viola E. Brooks, 18 JONESBORO — Viola Elizabeth Brooks died Friday. Services are 3 p.m. Wednesday at Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be Thursday in Atmore, Ala. Ruby L. Gathright, 80 STERLINGTON — Ruby Lois Gathright, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Betty J. Hale, 75 JONESVILLE — Betty Jean Hale died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Sandy Lake Pentecostal Church, Jonesville. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Tuesday at the church. Burial will be in Heard Cemetery, Manifest, under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Jonesville. John H. Hale, 71 John H. Hale of Calhoun, a retired courier, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Paul R. Huff, 55 WINNSBORO — Paul Ray Huff died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at First United Pentecostal Church, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Bertha Lewis, 65 COLUMBIA — Bertha Lewis, a certified nursing assistant, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Hopewell Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Hopewell Baptist Church Cemetery.

Marie J. Lewis, 75 Marie Jean Lewis of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation is noon until 1:30 p.m. Tuesday under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Elmore King, 72 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Elmore King, a laborer, died Wednesday. Services are noon Friday at Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Thursday at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Ruby McCall, 76 DELHI — Ruby McCall, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Delhi.

George Powell Jr., 76 LAKE PROVIDENCE — George Powell Jr., a laborer, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Lake Providence High School Auditorium. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Lonestar Cemetery.

Deborah I. Powers, 56 JONESBORO — Deborah Irene Powers died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Full Gospel Christian Center, Jonesboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Harper Cemetery, Saline.

Michael W. Richardson, 56 Michael W. Richardson of Monroe, a custodian, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at China Grove Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Wednesday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

Jimmy L. Smith Jr., 52 Jimmy Lee Smith Jr. of Monroe, a laborer, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

David F. Stinson, 83 JONESBORO — David D. Stinson, a state bank examiner, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Jonesboro Cemetery.

Daisy Tillman, 73 Daisy Tillman of West Monroe, a retired nurse, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Friday at Hasley Cemetery. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Thursday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery.

Robert C. Watson, 52 OAK GROVE — Robert Charles Watson, a laborer, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church, Oak Grove. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Southside Cemetery, Oak Grove.

Marlon Winters, 67 LaCombe — Marlon "Bo" Winters died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Ward, Jane Ann: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Apr 11 , 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Lucile Davis Ashby Funeral services for Lucile Davis Ashby, age 92, of Downsville, LA., will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, April 12, 2012, at Downsville Baptist Church in Downsville. Officiating the service will be Rev. Laymond Tucker, assisted by Rev. Mike Develier. Interment will follow in Downsville Cemetery under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville, LA. Lucile died quietly at her home in Downsville, Louisiana on April 7, 2012. Lucy, as she was widely known, was born on September 8, 1919, in Arcadia, LA., to Sam Jack and Reita Wade Davis. During the Depression, the family moved from Arcadia to the Wade home place at D'Arbonne. After graduating from Farmerville High School, Lucy attended Louisiana Tech at Ruston where she received her Bachelor of Science degree in Commerce in 1940. During the war, Lucy was employed by the War Department in the office of the Commanding General at Camp Polk, LA. It was there that she met U.S. Army Lieutenant Ralph Everett Ashby of Livingston, New Jersey. They were married on December 25, 1942, and moved to Downsville in 1950. She and Ralph enjoyed 56 years together until his death in 1998. Lucy was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her son-in-law, Charlie Hurt, a grandson, Steve Hurt, and her sister, Helen Davis Owen. She was active member of Downsville Baptist Church until Alzheimer's began to take its toll. She is a lifetime member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and Colonial Dames. Those left behind to cherish her memory are a son, Ray Ashby and wife Lou of Downsville, LA; daughters, Carol King and husband Bobby of Downsville, LA; and Elizabeth Hurt of Winnsboro, Texas; grandchildren, Mark Ashby, Will Ashby, Carol Elizabeth Britt, Jonathan King, Emily King, Valerie King, Charlie Hurt, Jr., Brett Hurt, Bart Hurt, Matthew Hurt, and Eric Hurt; three great grandchildren; three nephews and one niece; and many cousins and friends. Lucy's vivacious personality and contagious laughter brought her many enduring friendships through the years. She will be greatly missed. Visitation will be held Wednesday, April 11, 2012 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Pallbearers are Mark Ashby, Will Ashby, Jonathan King, Larry Banks, Johnny McFarland, and Steven Wade. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on April 11, 2012

Shirley Armstrong Harrop Funeral services for Shirley Armstrong Harrop, 77, of Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday April 12, 2012, at the First United Methodist Church in Monroe with Dr. Larry Stafford officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, in Monroe. Mrs. Harrop, was born February 5, 1935, and passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, April 8, 2012. She loved all animals, especially her cats. She was known as an exceptionally great cook and a huge lover of classical music. She attended First United Methodist Church and Sunday school classes. Shirley was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Robert W. Harrop. She is survived by three children: Paul, Ann Marie, Karl and his wife Jennie; and six grandchildren: Will, Miles, Piper, Mattie, Josie and Carson. Visitation will be held Wednesday, April 11, 2012, from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home in Monroe. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the River Cities Humane Society for Cats, 5302 Desiard Street in Monroe or to the First United Methodist Church in Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 11, 2012

Eddie B. Wilson Funeral services for Eddie B. Wilson, 69, will be held at 10:00 AM on Thursday, April 12, 2012, at Rose-Neath's Southside Chapel. Officiating will be Pastor Troy Parker. Interment with military honors presented by the U.S. Air Force will follow in NW. Louisiana Veterans Cemetery in Keithville, LA. Visitation with the family will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at the funeral home. Eddie was born on February 25, 1943 in Start, LA to Edward and Dorothy Wilson. He passed away on April 9, 2012. He was a resident of Shreveport and a member of Church at Red River. He was a millwright for General Motors and also a carpenter. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force and the U.S. Navy. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Mary Hopkins; brothers, Billy and Edward Wilson. He is survived by his wife, Clara M. Wilson; son, Bryant Wilson and wife, Tanya; stepson, Gary L. Cobb; stepdaughter, Charla Caudill and husband, Jim; grandchildren, Blake, Bailey and Brook Wilson, Courtney and Kristin Cobb, James and Joshua Brison; siblings, Jimmie M. Jones and husband Harry and Lennie M. McLain. Pallbearers will be Eric Boykin, Wayne Cockerham, Gary Cobb, Jim Caudill, Tony McLain and Tommy Branch. Memorials may be made to the Southeastern Guide Dogs, www.guidedogs.org Rose-Neath Funeral Home Southside Chapel Shreveport, LA Published in The News Star on April 11, 2012

Lucia M. Kemp-Araujo, 43 WINNSBORO — Lucia Monica Kemp-Araujo died Tuesday. Memorial services will be announced at a later date under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home.

Harold C. Brakefield, 64 GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Harold Curtis Brakefield, retired heavy equipment rental dealer, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Ruthie Haddox, 80 JEFFERSON, Texas — Ruthie Mae Haddox, formerly of Farmerville, retired certified nurse's aide, died Sunday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Mount Tabor Cemetery, Farmerville. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

John H. Hale, 71 John H. Hale of Calhoun, a retired courier, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at New Chapel Hill Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Charles Moore, 77 RUSTON — Charles Roscoe Moore, retired gas station owner, died Monday. Services are 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield. Visitation is 8-10 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in St. Maurice Cemetery, St. Maurice.

Billy Ray Self, 62 PIONEER — Billy Ray Self, a farmer, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in New Forest Cemetery, Forest.

Marlon Winters, 67 LACOMBE — Marlon "Bo" Winters died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Ogden Cemetery, Liddieville.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED: Brooks, Viola Elizabeth: 3 p.m. Wednesday, Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Hale, Betty Jean: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sandy Lake Pentecostal Church, Jonesville. Lewis, Bertha: 11 a.m. Saturday, Hopewell Baptist Church. King, Elmore: noon Friday, Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Powell Jr., George: 1 p.m. Saturday, Lake Providence High School Auditorium. Powers, Deborah Irene: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Full Gospel Christian Center, Jonesboro. Richardson, Michael W.: 1 p.m. Thursday, China Grove Baptist Church, Monroe. Stinson, David F.: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Tillman, Daisy: 1 p.m. Friday, Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe. Watson, Robert Charles: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church, Oak Grove.

Apr 12, 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Harold Curtis Brakefield Graveside Services for Mr. Harold Curtis Brakefield, 64, of Gainesville, FL formerly of West Monroe, LA, will be held on Friday, April 13, 2012, at 1:00 PM in Beulah United Methodist Church Cemetery in Calhoun with Rev. Eugene Brown officiating, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home. Mr. Brakefield was born on August 8, 1947 in West Monroe Louisiana and passed away after a brief illness in Gainesville, Florida on April 9, 2012. He is preceded in death by his mother and father; Mr. Robert L. Brakefield and Grace Bonds Brakefield, one brother; Joseph T. "Tommy" Brakefield, two sisters; Elsie Marie Brakefield and Robertine Brakefield Hearne, beloved brother-in-law; James G. "Jim" Sackman, and step-son Ryan Breen. He is survived by one sister, Nora Brakefield Sackman, and her children; Kay Sackman Takewell, James G. "Jay" Sackman Jr., Bobby L. Sackman (Celeste), Christy Sackman Dollins Williams (Tim), and their children and grandchildren. He had two nephews; Robert Dewey Hearne (Patsy), of Pineville, LA, and Donald C. Hearne (Bonita) of Bossier City, LA. Mr. Brakefield has many special family friends; Charlene Brakefield and son Mike Breen, Cheryl Norman, and step-daughters; Amanda and Lyndsey Norman. He was also blessed with many cousins, nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. Harold served in the United States Navy in San Diego, California on board the U.S.S. Enterprise from 1964-1968. After his tenure in the Navy he worked in construction for a while before he became affluent in the heavy equipment rental business. He worked for many large equipment companies, and his last transfer landed him in Atlanta, Georgia. He retired to Chiefland, Florida in 2011 where he loved to fish and have coffee with his special friends. Visitation will be held from 11:00 AM until 12:30 PM, Friday, at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA, and from 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM at Christ Church in West Monroe, LA. The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses at Gainesville VA Hospital for their care, concern, and medical knowledge, but especially for their tireless efforts in taking care of our special brother, uncle, and cousin. We know he is in a better place then we, who are left on earth, and that his Mom, Dad, and "Uncle James" all welcomed him into Heaven and into the presence of our Glorious Lord. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 12, 2012

Lonnie A. Roark Funeral Services for Lonnie A. Roark, 76, of Monroe, LA will be 11:00 AM, Thursday, April 12, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe with Rev. Dennis Fontenot officiating. Graveside Services will be 1:00 PM Thursday at Aimoch Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Roark was born September 9, 1936 in LaSalle Parish, LA and died in Richland Parish, LA on April 10, 2012. He was a retired automobile salesman. Mr. Roark served in the Louisiana National Guard. He was preceded in death by his brother, Lloyd L. Roark; sister, Floy Katherine Lee; and nephew, Bennie Ray Lee. He is survived by his sister, Dorothy Foster and many other family members and friends. Visitation will be 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM Thursday, April 12, 2012, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 12, 2012Lucile D. Ashby, 92 DOWNSVILLE — Lucile Davis Ashby, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Downsville Baptist Church. Burial will be in Downsville Cemetery under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Fannie Mae Ates, 83 BERNICE — Fannie Mae Hutto Ates, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Choudrant Cemetery.

James E. Attaway, 82 MONTGOMERY — James Edward Attaway died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield. Burial will be in Sardis Cemetery, Atlanta.

Lenward Brown, 81 MINDEN — Lenward Brown, a laborer, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Tillman Church of God In Christ. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Minden. Burial will be in Brown Cemetery.

Margaret M. Day, 20 Margaret Michelle Day of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Glen Easter, 66 Glen Roy Easter of Monroe, a telecommunication technician, died Tuesday. Memorial services are 9 a.m. Friday at Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Dorothy Grant, 97 HOUSTON — Dorothy Elizabeth Breese Grant, formerly of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Riverview Cemetery, Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Shirley Harrop, 77 Shirley Harrop of Monroe, a retired registered nurse, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at First United Methodist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. Thursday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Ruby McCall, 76 DELHI — Ruby McCall, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Etta B. McKeever, 93 Etta B. McKeever of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Columbia. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Lonnie A. Roark, 76 Lonnie A. Roark of Monroe, a retired automobile salesman, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. Thursday until service time. Burial is 1 p.m. Thursday in Amoch Cemetery.

Phillip P. Scott, 59 PASADENA, Calif. — Phillip P. Scott died March 29. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Holly Grove Baptist Church, Wisner. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Leroy Shaw, 50 WINNSBORO — Leroy Shaw, a farmer, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at True Gospel Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home. Burial will be in Cuba Cemetery, Gilbert.

Robert Sherman, 67 Robert Sherman of Monroe, a laborer, died Tuesday. 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 Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Jimmy Smith Jr., 52 Jimmy Lee Smith Jr. of Monroe, a laborer, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Edwina M. Tinsley, 77 Edwina Marie Tinsley of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Flora Cemetery, Flora, Miss. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Minnie B. Villers, 88 Minnie Blanch Villers of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Visitation is 1-3 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery Mausoleum Chapel, Monroe. Other arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Minnie Williams, 82 Minnie Williams of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Rev. William H. Yearby, 75 CLARKS — The Rev. William H. Yearby, a maintenance supervisor, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Brownville Baptist Church, Columbia. Visitation is 1-4 p.m. Friday with family hours from 6-8 p.m. at Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED: Haddox, Ruthie Mae: 2 p.m. Thursday, Mount Tabor Cemetery, Farmerville. Hale, John H.: 10 a.m. Thursday, New Chapel Hill Baptist Church. Lewis, Bertha: 11 a.m. Saturday, Hopewell Baptist Church. King, Elmore: noon Friday, Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Powell Jr., George: 1 p.m. Saturday, Lake Providence High School Auditorium. Richardson, Michael W.: 1 p.m. Thursday, China Grove Baptist Church, Monroe. Self, Billy Ray: 2 p.m. Thursday, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Tillman, Daisy: 1 p.m. Friday, Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe. Watson, Robert Charles: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church, Oak Grove.

Apr 13, 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Fannie Mae Hutto Ates Funeral services for Fannie Mae Hutto Ates, age 83, of Bernice, will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, April 14, 2012 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in Ruston. Officiating the service will be Rev. Lamar Guillot. Interment will follow at Choudrant Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Mrs. Ates was born September 3, 1928 and passed away April 11, 2012. She is preceded in death by her husband Charles Edward Ates; sons: John Oliver, Steve Randall and James Calvin; one grandchild; three great grandchildren and fifteen siblings. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She loved sewing; quilting, watching Walker Texas Ranger, listening to music, putting puzzles together, puzzle books, shopping at Rolling Hills and spending time with her family and at family get togethers. Mrs. Ates is survived by her children: Charles Ates and wife Doris of Bernice, Carolyn Ates of Dubach, Dorothy Mercer and husband Tommy of Luna, special daughter-in- law; Alice Ates of Choudrant, Betty Sue Primm of Collinston, Edward Eugene Ates and wife Ann of Bernice, Edith Akin and special son Dennis of Bernice, Roy Edward Ates of Homer, Darlene Smith and husband Mike of Monroe, Wayne Ates and wife Leisa of Bernice, Charlene Cummings of Luna and Linda Dodge and husband Jeffrey of Bernice; 33 grandchildren, 55 great great grandchildren, one great great grandchild; brother: Roy Hutto and wife Christine of Parsons, TN and sister Lucille Chambers of West Monroe. Pallbearers will be Tommy Ates, James Shirley, Rusty Garner, Jay Smith, Jonathan Ates, Robert Primm, Brandon Cummings and Alan Ates. Honorary Pallbearers will be the remaining grandsons and great grandsons. Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 9:00 PM Friday, April 13, 2012 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Online condolence may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Published in The News Star on April 13, 2012

Betty Lou Doyle Funeral services for Mrs. Betty Lou Doyle, age, 82, of Newellton, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, April 13, 2012, in the Newellton Union Church with Rev. John Wilkins officiating. Visitation will begin at 1:00 PM, Friday, in the church for one hour. Burial will follow in the Legion Cemetery in Newellton under the direction of Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home of Tallulah. Mrs. Doyle died early Thursday, April 11, 2012 at her residence in Newellton after a lengthy illness. She was born in Newellton and had lived most all of her life there. She was a homemaker, and was a postal worker for 22 years. Mrs. Doyle was a member of the Newellton Union Church. Survivors include two sons Alan C. Doyle and his wife Pauline of Newellton and Kenneth R. Doyle and his wife Kim of Carthage, TX; one sister Irene Lewis of Kenner, LA; a daughter-in-law Connie M. Doyle of Ruston, LA; nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Steve Doyle, David Doyle, Jimmy Waddill, Randy Waddill, Tommy Pilkinton, Mike Vinson, Steve Vinson and Curt Leake. Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Tallulah, LA Published in The News Star on April 13, 2012

Daisy Lee Moore Funeral services for Daisy Lee Moore, 74, of Jones, LA, will be 1:00 PM, Saturday, April 14, 2012, at Little Dee Baptist Church in Mer Rouge, LA, with Dr. Rev. Alfred Mack officiating. Mrs. Moore was born June 1, 1937. She died on April 10, 2012, in Monroe. She was a retired pant presser. She is survived by her husband, Rufus Moore, Jr., Monroe, LA; her children, Ethel Dantzler, Orange, TX, Elbert Moore and Bonnie Harris, Monroe, LA, Sandra Moore, Pine Bluff, AR; grandchildren, DeMario Cedric, Juleon, Teisha, Brooke, Selena; aunts, Bernice Martin, Bastrop, Lourie Jones, Oakland, CA. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Loche Mortuary, 412 W. Hickory Ave., Bastrop, LA. Published in The News Star on April 13, 2012

Carl E. Strahan Funeral services for Carl E. Strahan, 69, of Monroe, LA will be held 2:00 PM, Saturday, April 14, 2012 at Brown-Holley Chapel in Rayville, LA with Rev. Wayne Whiteside officiating. Interment will follow in Greer Cemetery, Rayville, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. Mr. Strahan was born May 4, 1942 in Rayville, LA and passed away April 11, 2012 in Monroe, LA. He was preceded in death by parents, Bowen H. and Etta Mae Strahan; brothers, Troy Strahan, James "Jack" Strahan, Bowen H. "Bill" Strahan and Lane Strahan; sister, Mary Louise Graham; sister-in-laws, Lucielle Strahan, Martha Strahan, Ola Strahan and Doris Strahan; brother-in-laws, George Brown and Norris Graham. Survivors include his sister, Joyce Brown of Farmerville; brother, Robert Strahan of Baskin; sister-in-law, Sadie Strahan of Marshall, TX; host of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Bubba Middleton, Bowen Strahan, Dr. Art Strahan. James Lewis Strahan, W. H. Lee, Bobby Lee, and Bradley Brown. To leave condolences for the family go online to www.brownholleyfuneralhomes.com Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on April 13, 2012

Edwina Marie Tinsley Graveside services for Edwina Marie Tinsley, 77, of West Monroe will be held at 10:30 AM, Saturday, April 14, 2012, at Flora Cemetery, Flora, MS with Commander A. Mikel Davis officiating under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Edwina was born February 5, 1935 in Jackson, MS and passed away April 10, 2012. She was a long-time residence and homemaker of West Monroe and a member of Good Hope Baptist Church. Edwina was preceded in death by her husband Robert "Bobby" Tinsley in March 2005 and a brother, Jack Edwin Smith. Edwina is survived by her sister Marsha St. Columbia and husband Jerome; nieces; Cala, Jackie, Michelle and Katrina; several great-nieces and great nephews. Visitation will be Friday April 13, 2012 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 13, 2012

Minnie Blanch Villers Graveside Services Celebrating the Life of Ms. Minnie Blanch Villers, 88 of West Monroe, LA will be 3:00 PM Saturday, April 14, 2012, at the Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery Mausoleum Chapel in Monroe with Rev. Troy Dennard officiating under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Ms. Villers was born one of nine children to the union of Jesse and Lonnie Peyton Dunnivan on February 8, 1924 in Charlottesville, VA. She went to be with her Lord and Savior on April 10, 2012. Ms. Villers was an avid bingo player. She enjoyed working jigsaw puzzles, going to the boat and eating shrimp. Survivors include: daughter, Lorrie Barnes and her husband Les of West Monroe, LA; granddaughter, Cheri C. Blair of New Orleans, LA; grandson, Adam D. Blair and his wife, Stephanie of Aliso Viejo, CA; special granddaughter, Debra Barrett of Birmingham, AL; grand-dogs, Daisy, Pepper, and Joey. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM Saturday, April 14, 2012, at the Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery Mausoleum Chapel in Monroe. The family would like to extend a thank you to Dr. Emile Barrow and a special thank you to Dr. Sunil Prem for his loving care and guidance during the course of her illness. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 13, 2012

Eugene Book, 72 ACME — Eugene Book, retired from the Navy, died Thursday. Memorial services will be held at a later date under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Harold C. Brakefield, 64 GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Harold Curtis Brakefield, formerly of West Monroe, heavy equipment rental dealer, died Monday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Friday at Beulah United Methodist Church Cemetery, West Monroe. Visitation is 11 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe and following services from 2-4 p.m. at Christ Church.

Eddie Coleman, 62 Eddie Coleman of Monroe, a city custodian, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Matthew Baptist Church, Mangham. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in St. Matthew Cemetery, Mangham.

Susan G. Donald, 55 Susan Griffith Donald of West Monroe, director of food and nutrition at Glenwood Regional Medical Center, died Thursday. Visitation is 3-6 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Other arrangements are incomplete.

Floyd Flucas Jr., 75 BELLWOOD, Ill. — Floyd Flucas Jr., formerly of Homer, a casino and resort chef, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. John Baptist Church, Homer. Visitation is 9:30 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of King's Funeral Home, Ruston.

Dennis Glennon, 78 Dennis H. "Slim" Glennon of West Monroe died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Clark Springs Baptist Church, Eros. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Saturday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Charlie Reynolds, 55 RAYVILLE — Charlie Reynolds, a farmer, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Tennant Funeral Home. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Royal Blue Cemetery.

Heaven Sallie, infant Heaven Sallie of Monroe, the infant daughter of Tomekia Sallie, died Friday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Friday at Pilgrim Rest Cemetery, Mangham. Arrangements are under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Victoria H. Scott, 85 Victoria Hill Scott of Monroe, a beautician, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Hazel D. Smelley, 85 JONESBORO — Hazel Driggers Smelley, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Liberty Hill Cemetery, Bienville. Arrangements are under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home.

James Turner, 87 WISNER — James Abel Turner, an insurance agent, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

J.C. Tyler, 94 WINNSBORO — J.C. "Papa T" Tyler, a retired janitor, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Lone Cedar Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Lone Cedar Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home.

G.W. Williams, 71 G.W. Williams of Monroe, retired city of Monroe employee, died March 23. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

Rev. William H. Yearby, 75 CLARKS — The Rev. William H. Yearby, a maintenance supervisor, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Brownville Baptist Church, Columbia. Visitation is 1-4 p.m. Friday at Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe, with family hours from 6-8 p.m. at Morning Star Baptist Church, Clarks. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED: Ates, Fannie Mae Hutto: 2 p.m. Saturday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Brown, Lenward: 11 a.m. Saturday, Tillman Church of God in Christ. Easter, Glen Roy: 9 a.m. Friday, Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Lewis, Bertha: 11 a.m. Saturday, Hopewell Baptist Church. King, Elmore: noon Friday, Mount Pleasant Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. McCall, Ruby: 10 a.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Delhi. McKeever, Etta B.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Columbia. Powell Jr., George: 1 p.m. Saturday, Lake Providence High School Auditorium. Scott, Phillip P.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Holly Grove Baptist Church, Wisner. Shaw, Leroy: 11 a.m. Saturday, True Gospel Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Sherman, Robert: 11 a.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Smith Jr., Jimmy Lee: 10 a.m. Saturday, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe. Tillman, Daisy: 1 p.m. Friday, Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe. Tinsley, Edwina Marie: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Flora Cemetery, Flora, Miss. Watson, Robert Charles: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church, Oak Grove.

Apr 14, 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Susan G. Donald Funeral Services for Susan Griffith Donald, 55, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:30 PM, Sunday, April 15, 2012, at the New Chapel Hill Baptist Church in West Monroe with Rev. Charles Dupree officiating. Interment will be held at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery where Susan's wishes were honored. Susan was the Director of Food and Nutrition at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. She was always taking care of her employees for over 25 years at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. Susan was baptized at First Baptist Church in Bogalusa and attended New Chapel Hill Baptist Church. She graduated from Bogalusa High School, received her BS degree from Northeast Louisiana University, and her Masters from Louisiana Tech University. Susan was a member of the Alpha Omicron Pi Sorority and remained very involved as an Alumni helping with the Chapter at ULM. She was a devout LSU Tiger Fan, spending almost every Saturday in Tiger Stadium when they had home games where some of the happiest times of her life were spent tailgating with her Tiger family. Susan was a loving mother, friend, devoted wife who always had a smile on her face, and would always be willing to help others. She was dynamite in a small package. Susan died April 12, 2012 at St. Francis Medical Center ater a sudden illness. She was preceded in death by her father, Franklin M. Griffith; maternal grandparents, Joseph and Norma Malley; paternal grandparents, F.M. and Ona Griffith ; nephew, Nathan Griffith; and Uncles McGee Griffith and Billy Malley. Susan is survived by her husband of 31 years, M. Randall Donald; sons, Alan Donald and Michael Donald; mother, Mrs. Yvonne Griffith; brother and sister-in-law, Frank and Carol Griffith; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Dr.'s Albert and Bonnie Donald; sisters-in-law, Dr. Donna Donald and fiancé Mike McGee, Alana Cooper and husband Dr. Clark Cooper; brother-in-law, Jeff Donald and wife Denise; nephews and nieces, Colin Mull, Briana Mull, Madelyn Mull, Skylar Donald, Wolf Donald, Camden Cooper, and Colton Cooper. Pallbearers will be Jeff Donald, Eric Craighead, Matt Williams, Rodney Davis, Dock Davis, Randall Freeman, Dr. Clark Cooper, and Collin Mull. Honorary Pallbearers will be Chuck Finley, Jay Gates, Dr. Larry Danna, Dr. Clyde Elliott, Curt Chellette, and all her Glenwood employees. Visitation will be held at 3:00 PM until 6:00 PM Saturday, April 14, 2012, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the Boys and Girls Club of West Monroe, Shriner's Hospital, or the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital . Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 14, 2012

Dennis "Slim" Glennon Funeral services for Dennis H. "Slim" Glennon, 78 of West Monroe will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, April 15, 2012 at Clark Springs Baptist Church. Interment will follow at the church cemetery. Rev. Mickey Hudnall and Rev. Wesley Daniels will officiate under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Dennis was born May 5, 1933 in Possum Valley, Arkansas and passed away April1 12, 2012 in West Monroe, LA. He was retired from Louisiana Machinery where he was employed 44 years. He served in the United States Air Force. Dennis was preceded in death by his wife Betty Sullivan Glennon, son John Glennon and a brother Donald Glennon. Dennis is survived by his wife, Pat Scogins Glennon; daughter, Betty Jeane Glennon Quillian and husband, Dennis,; son, Dennis (Danny) Glennon and wife Kelly; granddaughters; Angela Barnett and Danielle Glennon; grandson, Lee Barnett and wife Kari; granddaughter, Jessica Dumas and husband Lance; sister-in-law; Ann Sullivan; great-grandchildren; Larkin, Alayna, Savannah and Hanna, 6 step-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. His extended family is Sharon Ellington, Pam Scogins, Steven Scogins and Byron Allen Scogins. Visitation will be held Saturday from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Clarks Springs Baptist Church. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 14, 2012

Grace D. Kyle Funeral services for Mrs. Grace D. Kyle, 93, of Farmerville will be 10:00 AM, Monday, April 16, 2012, at Farmerville United Methodist Church with Rev. Truman Stagg officiating. Burial will follow in Sardis Cemetery under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home. Mrs. Kyle, a beloved mother, grandmother and wife died April 13, 2012. She was member of Farmerville United Methodist Church. She is preceded in death by her husband Pryor D. Kyle. Survivors are her daughter, Dorothy Kyle-Welch of Bay City, TX; 2 sons: Pryor Joseph Kyle of Farmerville and Gordon Leonard Kyle & wife, Sherry of Van Buren, AR; 1 brother, Gordon Thomas French of New Market, England; 7 grandchildren: Jason Leopold & wife, Teresa, Nelson Leopold, Jennifer Leopold Frias & husband, Daniel, Joshua Kyle & wife, Kristina, Kelly Knight, Carrie Siudy & husband, Rick, and Scott Lee; 11 great grandchildren: Niki, Baylee, Alana, Lily, Sebastian, Shelby, Danny, Emma, Eli, Brandon, Emma and Paige. Online messages for the family may be left at farrarfh.com. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM on Sunday at Farrar Funeral Home. Farrar Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on April 14, 2012

Patrick A. Bass, 56 COLUMBIA — Patrick A. Bass, a trucking superintendent, died Thursday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Good Hope Cemetery, Kelly. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Sunday at Riser Funeral Home.

Annie Boley, 96 WINNSBORO — Annie Boley, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Richardson and Sims Funeral Home.

Adrian P. Hawkshead Jr., 69 Adrian Phillip Hawkshead Jr. of Monroe, retired paramedic, died Friday. Services are 4 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 2 p.m. Sunday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be at 2 p.m. Monday in Pinecrest Cemetery, Mobile, Ala.

Neomia Ivey, 97 Neomia Ivey of West Monroe, a cafeteria manager, died Wednesday. Services are 3 p.m. Sunday at Mineral Springs CME, Calhoun. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Saturday with family hour from 2-4 p.m. at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Parker Town Cemetery.

Minnie Murry, 77 WISNER — Minnie Murry, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Mount Zion Church of Christ Holiness, Gilbert. Burial will be in Hope Estate Cemetey, Wisner, under the direction of Richardson and Sims Funeral Home.

Victoria H. Scott, 85 Victoria Hill Scott of Monroe, a beautician, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Allen Chapel AME Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Monday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

David W. Steele, 78 FERRIDAY — David Wessley Steele, an oilfield worker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield. Burial will be in Jordan Hill Cemetery, Winnfield.

Donald V. Taylor, 54 Donald Vaughn Taylor of West Monroe, a mechanic, died Thursday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Minnie B. Villers, 88 Minnie Blanch Villers of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel, Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. Saturday until service time at the mausoleum chapel. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Octavious Willis, 79 TALLULAH — Octavious Willis, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED: Ates, Fannie Mae Hutto: 2 p.m. Saturday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Brown, Lenward: 11 a.m. Saturday, Tillman Church of God in Christ. Coleman, Eddie: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Matthew Baptist Church, Mangham. Flucas Jr., Floyd: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. John Baptist Church, Homer. Glennon, Dennis H. "Slim": 2 p.m. Sunday, Clark Springs Baptist Church, Eros. Lewis, Bertha: 11 a.m. Saturday, Hopewell Baptist Church. McCall, Ruby: 10 a.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Delhi. McKeever, Etta B.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Columbia. Powell Jr., George: 1 p.m. Saturday, Lake Providence High School Auditorium. Reynolds, Charlie: 2 p.m. Saturday, Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Scott, Phillip P.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Holly Grove Baptist Church, Wisner. Shaw, Leroy: 11 a.m. Saturday, True Gospel Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Sherman, Robert: 11 a.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Smelley, Hazel Driggers: 2 p.m. Saturday, Liberty Hill Cemetery, Bienville. Smith Jr., Jimmy Lee; 10 a.m. Saturday, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe. Tinsley, Edwina Marie: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Flora Cemetery, Flora, Miss. Turner, James Abel: 2 p.m. Saturday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Tyler, J.C. "Papa T": 11 a.m. Saturday, Lone Cedar Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Watson, Robert Charles: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church, Oak Grove. Williams, G.W.: 2 p.m. Saturday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Yearby, Rev. William H.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Brownville Baptist Church, Columbia.

Apr 15 , 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Adrian Phillip Hawkshead, Jr. Funeral services for Adrian Phillip Hawkshead, Jr., 69, of Monroe, will be held at 4:00 PM Sunday, April 15, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe with Rev. John Yates and Rev. Norman Bryant officiating. Graveside services will be held at 2:00 PM Monday, April 16, 2012, at Pinecrest Cemetery, Mobile, AL. Phil was born December 29, 1942 in Mobile, AL and passed away April 13, 2012. He was preceded in death by his parents, Adrian Phillip Hawkshead, Sr. and Etta Jean Hawkshead; his brother, William Hawkshead. Phil was a wonderful and Godly man who loved his wife, children, and grandchildren. After 20 years of service, he retired from the U. S. Air Force. He retired from his second career as a paramedic after 30 years. He faithfully cared for and protected the citizens of Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana. Survivors include his wife, April Hawkshead; son, Jason Hawkshead (Shaina) of Diamondhead, MS; daughters, Lisa Green (Pat) of Mobile, AL, Lorie Hawkshead of St. Petersburg, FL, and Alonna Hawkshead of Lafayette, LA; sister, Betty Hawkshead of Mobile, AL; brother, Jim Hawkshead (Pam) of Mobile, AL; grandchildren, Kirsten Green of Mobile, Vanity, Anjelica and Gavin Green of St. Petersburg, FL and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Sunday from 2:00 PM until service time at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 15, 2012

Jerry Dean Hill Jerry Dean Hill, 68, of West Monroe passed away April 12, 2012. Born July 31, 1943 in Tallulah, LA, he died of heart complications while hospitalized in West Monroe. He was a retired International Project Manager for Chicago Bridge and Iron, a leading multinational construction firm. He was preceded in death by his parents Ira and Arra Hill. Survivors include his wife of 28 years, Joyce Whitlock Hill, West Monroe; daughters, Paige and Philippos Sklaventitis, Olla; Stacy and James Vedenti, Murrieta, CA; and Samantha Hill, Santa Fe, NM; brother, Stuart and Anna Hill, West Monroe; and sister, Anita Doyle, Orlando, FL. In lieu of services, his cremated remains will be distributed in the Pacific Ocean. Memorials should be offered to charities of the donor's choice. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 15, 2012

Harold L. Coutcher, 78 Harold "Hal" L. Coutcher of Monroe, formerly of Flint, Mich., an employee of the Ouachita Parish Library, died Friday. Services are 6 p.m. Tuesday at First United Pentecostal Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 4 p.m. Tuesday until time of service at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Susan G. Donald, 55 Susan G. Donald, of West Monroe, director of food and nutrition at Glenwood Regional Medical Center, died Thursday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Sunday at New Chapel Hill Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Patricia A. Grant, 74 Patricia Arlene Grant of Monroe, co-owner of Windows A Bookshop and former adjunct English faculty member at the University of Louisiana at Monroe, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Dennis H. Glennon, 78 Dennis H. "Slim" Glennon of West Monroe, retired service manager at Louisiana Machinery, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Clark Springs Baptist Church. Burial will be in Clark Springs Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Patricia B. Grant, 81 COLUMBIA — Patricia B. Grant, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home.

Gerry D. Hanspard, 55 Gerry D.Hanspard of Monroe, a custodian, died Monday. Memorial services are 1 p.m. Monday at Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED: Bass, Patrick A.: 2 p.m. Sunday, Good Hope Cemetery, Kelly. Glennon, Dennis H. "Slim": 2 p.m. Sunday, Clark Springs Baptist Church, Eros. Hawkshead Jr., Adrian P.: 4 p.m. Sunday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Ivey, Neomia: 3 p.m. Sunday, Mineral Springs CME, Calhoun. Murry, Minnie: 2 p.m. Sunday, Mount Zion Church of Christ Holiness, Gilbert. Scott, Victoria Hill: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Allen Chapel AME Church, Monroe. Taylor, Donald Vaughn: 2 p.m. Sunday, Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Apr 16 , 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Patricia Carlean Laird Grant 81 Mrs. Pat was born May 13, 1930 and left this world April 14, 2012. She was preceded in death by her father, Robert Boykin, mother, Lillian Rutledge Boykin, her son Billy Joe Laird, her husbands, Vester B. Laird and Venice Grant, her sister, Charlotte Allen, and her twin sister, Phyllis Evans Haley. Mrs. Pat is survived by her sisters, Doris Howe of Rayville, and Joan Keene and husband Luke Keene, of West Monroe; her brothers, James R. Boykin and wife Wanda of Weatherford, Texas, and Richard R. Boykin of Fort Worth, Texas, along with a host of nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Tuesday April 17, 2012, at Riser Funeral Home in Columbia, Louisiana from 12:00 p.m. until time of service at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Jimmy Goodman officiating. Interment will follow in Roberts Cemetery at Kelly, LA. Pallbearers will be Steve Keene, Mike Gough, Ernest Shoffner, Robert Droten, Ron Laird, and Colby Laird. Online registry/ condolences: riserfuneralhomes.com Riser Funeral Home 7131 U S Highway 165 Columbia, LA 71418 Published in The News Star on April 16, 2012

Margaret Ann Harper Tidwell Funeral services for Margaret Ann Harper Tidwell, 85, of DeRidder, LA, will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday, April 17, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Father Bill Easterling officiating. Interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery. Mrs. Tidwell died Saturday, April 14, 2012, at Westwood Manor in DeRidder, LA. She was one of the founding members of the Bread of Life in Shreveport, LA and an avid warrior for God. Survivors include her children, Charles R. Tidwell and wife Christy of Dallas, TX, Douglas H. Tidwell and wife Terri of Alexandria, LA, Chris H. Tidwell and wife Nancy of DeRidder, LA, and Richard G. Tidwell and special friend Dianne Noriega of Atlanta, GA; grandchildren, Charles R. Tidwell IV of Dallas, TX, Christopher G. Tidwell and wife Misty of Lafayette, LA, B. Hunter Tidwell of Lafayette, LA, Stephanie L. Tidwell of Ruston, LA, and Ryan D. Tidwell of Baton Rouge, LA; one great granddaughter, Chandler Tidwell of Dallas, TX; brother-in-law, Carl Tidwell and wife Adrian; and "The Girls" from Lafayette. Pallbearers will be B. Hunter Tidwell, Ryan D. Tidwell, Chase Tidwell, Christopher Tidwell, Jacob Smith, and Richard Monroe. Visitation will be Tuesday from 12:00 Noon until service time at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 16, 2012

Carolyn S. Carter, 53 MONTGOMERY — Carolyn Sue Carter, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Union Hill Baptist Church, Montgomery. Visitation is 5 p.m. Monday at the church. Burial is at Union Grove Cemetery under the Southern Funeral Homes.

Keith G. Mayes, 48 COLUMBIA — Keith G. Mayes, general manager with IHOP in West Monroe, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete at Riser Funeral Home of Columbia.

Janet Mullican, 52 BASKIN — Janet Mullican died Sunday. Services are at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Gill First National Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial is in Friendship Baptist Church Cemetery near Baskin.

Robert Neal, 83 TALLULAH — Robert Neal, a construction worker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED: Coutcher, Harold L. "Hal": 6 p.m. Tuesday, First United Pentecostal Church, Bastrop. Hanspard, Gerry D.: 1 p.m. Monday, Hester's Central State FuneralHome, Monroe. Scott, Victoria Hill: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Allen Chapel AME Church, Monroe.

Apr 16 , 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Raymond "Ray" Doolittle Funeral services for Raymond "Ray" Doolittle, 70 of West Monroe will be held at 11:00 AM, Wednesday April 18, 2012 at Feazel Chapel of First Baptist Church West Monroe. Rev. Dwight Munn and Tommy Goleman will be officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park under the direction Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mr. Doolittle was born April 18, 1941 in Clarks, LA and passed away April 15, 2012 at his home in West Monroe, LA after a brief illness. He was a member of First Baptist Church, West Monroe and The Gideons International. Mr. Doolittle retired from US Food Service after 35 years of service, where he was the Territorial Manager having received many awards and acknowledgements for his dedicated service. In addition to his love for his Lord, Raymond loved to travel after his retirement. He is preceded in death by his first wife, Palma-Nell Myers Doolittle, his parents, Alvin and Tennie Bratton Doolittle; one sister, Barbara Thompson and grandson, Lance Cpl. Matthew Barnes. He is survived by his wife of 18 years, Blondell Barnes Doolittle; one son, Gary Doolittle (Michelle); daughter Rhonda Whitington ( Larry) and Pamela Doolittle Wall and Jennifer Doolittle Oglesbee ( Daniel); step-son, Ricky Barnes (Connie); step-daughter Rita Dispenza (George); 4 brothers, John Doolittle and wife Belle of Santa Fe New Mexico, Jimmy Doolittle and wife Kathy, Alva Doolittle and wife Mildred and Billie R. Johnson Sr. and wife Betty; grandchildren; Melissa Bacot ( Kyle), Zack Doolittle, Shannon Sumner, Lindsey Morvan (Chad), Katie Martinez (Michael), Jonathan Barnes (Kristen), Kenda Barnes, Jeremy Dispenza , Joel Dispenza (Jessica); 5 great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Jeremy Dispenza, Joel Dispenza, Jonathan Barnes, Zack Doolittle, Kyle Bacot and Daniel Turner. The family would like to give special thanks to Louisiana Hospice Care, Monica Wynn and Chris Johnson for their loving and tender care. Visitation will be held Tuesday April 17, 2012 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kipatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 17, 2012

Benjamin Patrick Kincannon Funeral services for Benjamin Patrick Kincannon, age 87, of Ruston, LA will be 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, April 18, 2012 at Trinity United Methodist Church. Officiating the service will be Rev. Brian Mercer, Rev. Jerry Hilbun, and Rev. Rolly Walker. Visitation will be 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, April 17, 2012 at Burkhalter Chapel at Trinity United Methodist Church. Pat was born in Grand Bayou, Louisiana on 26 May 1924 to his parents now deceased, Benjamin Ellis Kincannon and Dora Miller Kincannon of Shreveport, Louisiana and died on April 16, 2012 at his residence in Ruston, LA. Pat grew up in Greenwood, Louisiana and the far west side of Shreveport. He spoke highly of his teachers at Greenwood, St. Johns and Fair Park High School. He felt he was well prepared for adult life. He graduated from Fair Park in 1941 and enlisted in the Army Air Force in 1942. He qualified to enter pilot training and after completion was assigned to a B-17 flying fortress unit. He was discharged in 1946 and married Sarah Ellen Howell while still in uniform. When the Korean War started, he was recalled to active duty in the U.S. Air Force in 1951. After serving in Korea he decided to make a career in the Air Force. His duties became involved in the Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Program. This was during the Cold War with the Soviet Union. The United States prevailed, but only after some very dangerous times. Pat was very proud of his 28 year career in the Air Force. He had a great love of his country and his family. When time came to retire, the family chose Ruston, Louisiana for their home. This led to many happy years with some wonderful relatives and friends. He had six family graduates from Louisiana Tech, one from LSU Baton Rouge, and one from Northwestern. He was an avid sports fan of Louisiana Tech. Pat was a member of the Trinity United Methodist Church in Ruston, The Military Officers Association, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, The American Legion and the Sons of Confederate Veterans. His two grandfathers served together in the Civil War. Pat developed an intense interest in finding his ancestors. He traced his family roots back to his oldest grandfather arriving in Pennsylvania in 1740 from Ireland. This family had five members that fought in the American Revolution. This information led to his publishing a book of, "Kincannon History" which is his legacy to his family. Pat is survived by his wife and life mate of 66 years, Sarah Ellen Howell Kincannon, and four children, Tom Kincannon, Ted Kincannon and his wife Amy King Kincannon, Ben Kincannon and his wife Deborah White Kincannon, and Kathy Kincannon Warren and her husband Billy Warren. Their nine grandchildren are Kate Kincannon Hudson and her husband Gabe Hudson, Bob Kincannon, Sarah McHale Gisclair and her husband Jason Gisclair, Dusty McHale, Nikki Kincannon, Jordan Kincannon, Mattie Kincannon, Bolton Warren, Garrett Warren and two deceased grandchildren, Ben Ellis Kincannon and Amy Kincannon. Great grandchildren are: Hanna Brashier, Caroline Brashier, Mary Claire Kincannon and Ella Grace Gisclair. Burial will be in the family plot at Oak Grove Church Cemetery south of Simsboro. Pallbearers are, Bob Kincannon, Dusty McHale, Jordan Kincannon, Bolton Warren, Garrett Warren, Jason Gisclair and Gabe Hudson. The family would like to give special thanks to Dr. Osafo, Dr. Grigsby, Hospice of Caring Hearts, and Linda Carr for their loving care. Memorials can be made to Wounded Warriors at PO Box 758517 Topeka Kansas, 66675 and Trinity United Methodist Church. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Published in The News Star on April 17, 2012

Keela Algood, 31 RAYVILLE — Keela Algood, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Littie Anderson, 100 RAYVILLE — Littie Anderson, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Love and Charity Cemetery, Rayville.

Roddie Anderson, 52 BASTROP — Roddie Anderson died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Annie Boley, 96 WINNSBORO — Annie Boley, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Sweet Home Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Richardson and Sims Funeral Home. Burial will be in Adile Cemetery, Mangham.

Todd G. Dudley, 54 LAFAYETTE — Todd Gray Dudley died Thursday. Services are noon Wednesday at Heath Colonial Chapel Funeral Home. Visitation is 10 a.m. Wednesday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Linwood Cemetery.

Timothy Dye, 41 RAYVILLE — Timothy Dye, a minister and truck driver, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Lawrence Fortson Jr., 63 Lawrence Fortson Jr. of Monroe, a postal worker, died Tuesday. Services are 6 p.m. Tuesday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Keithville National Cemetery.

Marion E. Frost Jr., 85 Marion Elbert Frost Jr. of Monroe, a retired U.S. Army Command Sergeant Major, died Sunday. Visitation is 10-11 a.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel. Other services are incomplete at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Patricia L. Grant, 81 Patricia Laird Grant of West Monroe, formerly of Kelly, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is noon until time of service at the funeral home. Burial is in Roberts Cemetery, Kelly.

Marie S. Hennard, 91 DALLAS, Texas — Marie Shumaker Hennard, formerly of Bossier City, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Shreveport. Visitation is 1-2 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in St. Joseph Cemetery under the direction of Osborn Funeral Home, Shreveport.

Robert Kyles, 70 LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Robert Kyles, formerly of Bastrop, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at New Jeruselem No. 2 Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is noon Wednesday until service time at the church. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Keith G. Mayes 48 COLUMBIA — Keith G. Mayesa, IHOP Manager in West Monroe, died Saturday. Memorial services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Roberts Cemetery, Kelly. Visitation is 10:30 a.m. until service time at the cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Roberta F. Newcomer, 53 DAVIDSON, N.C. — Roberta Farish Newcomer, formerly of Monroe, an antique store owner, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete at the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Franica B. Perkins, 34 Franica Baker Perkins of Monroe, a sales tax collector, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Willie Potter, 81 COLLINSTON — Willie Potter, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Galilee Baptist Church, Collinston. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Trousdale Hill Cemetery, Collinston.

A.B. Roberson Sr., 99 A.B. Roberson Sr. of Monroe, a cement mason, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Lillie Rody, 81 RAYVILLE — Lillie Rody, a beautician, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Pine Hill Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Thursday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Old Mount Zion Cemetery, Rayville.

Lavell Smith, 63 BASTROP — Lavell Smith, a paper mill lay operator, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Smith Temple Church of God in Christ, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Thursday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Trousdale Hill Cemetery, Collinston.

Billy D. Stanley, 53 DELHI — Billy Don Stanley, an ironworker, died Wednesday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Pentecost Tabernacle Church, Delhi. Arrangements are under the direction of Cox Funeral Home.

Margaret A. Tidwell, 85 DERIDDER — Margaret Ann Harper Tidwell, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is noon until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Monroe.

Derek D. Vickers, 33 Derek D. Vickers of West Monroe died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in St. Paschal's Cemetery.

Ollie D. Westbrook, 90 Ollie Dupree "O.D." Westbrook of Monroe, a retired businessman, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is noon Thursday until service time. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park.

Leroy White Jr., 59 WINNFIELD — Leroy White Jr., a millwright, died April 8. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Zion Baptist Church, Georgetown. Visitation is 5 p.m. Tuesday until service time at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield.

Joseph Williams, 79 Joseph Williams of Monroe, a construction worker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Love and Charity Cemetery, Rayville.

Perry O. Williams, 88 TALLULAH — Perry O. Williams, a retired state probation and parole supervisor and a retired high school teacher in Tallulah, died Friday. Graveside memorial services are 10 a.m. Tuesday in Silver Cross Cemetery, Tallulah. Arrangements are under the direction of Crothers-Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED: Carter, Carolyn Sue: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Union Hill Baptist Church, Montgomery. Coutcher, Harold L. "Hal": 6 p.m. Tuesday, First United Pentecostal Church, Bastrop. Mullican, Janet: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Scott, Victoria Hill: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Allen Chapel AME Church, Monroe..

Apr 18, 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Jeannine Wimberly Cannon A memorial service for Jeannine Weems Wimberly Cannon will be held on Thursday, April 19th at 1:00 pm at St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Monroe with visitation at 12:00 PM in the church parlor. Mrs. Cannon died Monday, April 16th following a brief illness. Jeannine grew up in Baton Rouge, LA, the only child of her parents, Carrie and Shang Weems. She was a graduate of LSU where she was selected an LSU Campus Beauty all four years. She met and married Abner Wimberly after he returned from service in the Navy in WW II. They lived in Baton Rouge for 11 years while Ab played professional football in Green Bay, and then was on the LSU football coaching staff. They moved their family to Abner's home town of Oak Ridge, LA in 1960 where Jeannine helped him run their family business. She and her son, Brad, continued to operate the business after her husband's death in 1976. In 1980 she and her mother moved to Monroe where she married Dr. Faheam Cannon. Mrs. Cannon was preceded in death by her parents, Carrie and Shang Weems; by her first husband, Abner P. Wimberly, and by her second husband, Dr. Faheam Cannon. She is survived by her daughter, Lynn Wimberly Barr; her son, Brad Wimberly and his wife, Vien; her granddaughter, Jennifer Graham and her husband, Mike; her two grandsons, Brian Barr and Jack Wimberly; and her two great-granddaughters, Caroline Wimberly Graham and Lauren Jeannine Graham. Mrs. Cannon was a member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church, Chi Omega Sorority, and the LSU Tiger Athletic Foundation. Her family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Oak Ridge United Methodist Church, St. Paul's United Methodist Church, or a . Jeannine's family wishes to thank her attending physician and neighbor, Dr. Khaled Shafiei, for his care and compassion. Mrs. Cannon will be laid to rest beside her first husband, Abner P. Wimberly, in a private family graveside at Oak Ridge Baptist Church cemetery in Oak Ridge, LA. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Those who love the Lord never meet for the last time. Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 18, 2012

Pamela Marie House Memorial services for Pamela Marie House will be held at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, Louisiana on Friday, April 20th with viewing at 2:00 PM and services at 3:00 PM. Pam was born in Shreveport, Louisiana, March 27, 1951. She passed from this life on Saturday, April 14, 2012. In her 61 years she was a source of joy and strength to many. She loved more than many are capable of and, at times, suffered more than many can comprehend. Her joys included Hawaiian sunrises, the blue waters of her home, Key West , Colorado snow and more than anything the love of her children and grandchildren. She sang with her whole heart and had an infectious, unbeatable laugh. Those who knew her always felt better for time spent with her. She was courageous in the face of illness and offered forgiveness and smiles freely. Today she is united in heaven with the Savior that she loved so dearly and reunited with family and friends she missed so deeply. We will miss her until we see her again. She is preceded in death by her father, Bill F. House and her maternal and paternal grandparents. She is survived by her mother, Evelyn House, her children, Aaron Boykin, Amber Boykin Turnage, Caleb Boykin, Micah Boykin, her brother William F. House, grandchildren Paige Boykin, Blake Boykin, Daniel Boykin, Skyler Hodnett, Kassie Hodnett, Carter Boykin, nieces Jacqueline Grace House, Savannah Pixie Caroline House and her close friend, Lisa Kirby. The family would like to thank Dr. Kevin Sittig and Dr. Jerome Covington for their compassion and skillful care. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 18, 2012

Acle Thornell McMillian Funeral services for Acle Thornell McMillian, 88, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, April 19, 2012 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel West Monroe with Don Hawkins officiating. Interment follows at Community of Christ Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. McMillian was born April 28, 1923 in Eros, LA and passed away April 16, 2012 in Monroe, LA. She was a long time resident of West Monroe and she was a retired licensed practical nurse. Mrs. McMillian was a member of The Community of Christ. She was preceded in death by a son, Enos Wayne Blazier; daughter, Alex Leak; and brother, Enos Thornell. She is survived by a son, John D. McMillian and wife Sue; 6 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren; sister, Rena Bessie Jarvis; step-brother; James E. Thornell and several nieces and nephews. Visitation is Wednesday, April 18, 2012 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 18, 2012 Send Flowers Now Follow this Obituary Follow on Facebook Get Email Updates Share with Others Ways to help Funeral Home Details Donate to Charity GUEST BOOK View full Guest Book (0 entries) add entry We encourage you to be the first to share your memories or express your condolences in the Guest Book for Acle McMillian. Roberta Farish Newcomer Visit Guest Book Roberta Farish Newcomer Funeral services for Roberta Farish Newcomer will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday, April 19, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Warren Eckhardt officiating. Interment will be in Riverview Cemetery. Roberta passed away in Davidson, NC on Sunday, April 15, 2012. Her selflessness, generosity, and spirit astounded everyone around her. Roberta was born on June 25, 1958 in Bastrop, LA to Willis Gaines Newcomer and Elizabeth Siegle Newcomer. She is survived by her husband, Richard Taylor Hill of Davidson, NC; two sisters, Lydia Griffith and her husband Gary of Monroe, LA, and Joyce Garrett and her husband Reed of Gonzales, LA; a special aunt, Joyce Kellogg; three nephews, and a niece. Roberta graduated from Neville High School and LSU where she was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority. After graduating she worked for two apparel companies in Dallas, TX before moving to Charlotte, NC to start her own sales company in the fashion industry. Due to Roberta's interest in fine arts and antiques, she eventually owned and operated her own antique store in Cramerton, NC. Visitation will be Thursday from 1:00 PM until service time at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The family extends a special thanks to Levine and Dickson Hospice House of North Carolina. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to or the American Cancer Society . Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 18, 2012 Send Flowers Now Follow this Obituary Follow on Facebook Get Email Updates Share with Others Ways to help Donate to American Cancer Society GUEST BOOK View full Guest Book (1 entry) add entry "I'm so sad to hear of Roberta's death. I have so many great memories of fun times with..." June Love (Limato), TX James William "Jim" Standley III Visit Guest Book James William "Jim" Standley, III Graveside services will be at the Oak Ridge Baptist Cemetery at 10:00 AM, Thursday, April 19, 2012, for James William "Jim" Standley, III, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home-Rayville with the Rev. Judy Bazer Rayborn officiating. Mr. Standley attended Neville High School, ULM and served in the United States Army. He was a member of the Oak Ridge United Methodist Church, Kappa Alpha Order and Brookville Masonic Lodge. He is preceded in death by his parents-Jane Terzia and James William Standley, Jr. and his daughter-Susan. Survivors include his wife of 43 years Marcia Files Standley; two sons-James William and wife M'Lee Standley, IV and Jay Files and wife Laura Standley; one granddaughter-Anne Catherine Standley; one sister-Noel Standley Culpepper; one brother-Ted Standley and wife Mary; two nephews-Dickie Culpepper and Jim Culpepper; and one niece-Susan Standley Newman. The family requests that any planned memorials be made to the Oak Ridge United Methodist Church, the Oak Ridge Baptist Cemetery Fund, or the . Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM, Wed., April 18, 2012, at the Mulhearn Funeral Home-Rayville. Online registry/condolences at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on April 18, 2012 Send Flowers Now Follow this Obituary Follow on Facebook Get Email Updates Share with Others Ways to help Donate to Charity of your Choice: AHA GUEST BOOK View full Guest Book (9 entries) add entry "I am sorry for your loss. May God be with all of the family. Edward A. Kaplan" Derek Daniel Vickers Visit Guest Book Derek Daniel Vickers Funeral services for Derek Daniel Vickers, 33, of West Monroe will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, April 19, 2012 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Michael Stravato and Beck Payne will be officiating. Interment will follow at St. Paschal's Cemetery West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Derek was born in Monroe, LA December 4, 1978 and left this world Saturday, April 14, 2012. He graduated from Claiborne Christian High School and attended NLU. He loved God, all sports, his many friends and especially all his loving family. Survivors include his daughter; Olivia Faith Wainwright; his mother, Tanya M. Street. Jupiter, FL.; father, Greg Vickers and wife Judith of Cumming, GA.; Danny Joiner and wife Angelina of Clinton, MS; grandparents; Jean Vickers of Rayville, LA, Tommy and MaryAnn Street of Brentwood, TN.; Judge Charles E. Joiner and wife Jean Daily , and Frances and Walter Creed of West Monroe, LA; sisters; Amber Vickers and her son Ryder, Kristi and husband Brad Tyler and their daughter Kendall Rae; brother, Chad and wife Alexandra Vickers of Atlanta, GA; step-sister, Tara Kemp of Clinton, MS; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Visitation will be held Wednesday, April 18, 2012 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 18, 2012

Ollie Dupree (O.D.) Westbrook Memorial service for Ollie Dupree (O. D.) Westbrook will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, April 19, 2012, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel, 1200 Lamy Lane, Monroe, Louisiana, with Dr. Larry Stafford officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe, La., under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, La. O. D. was born in Marion, Louisiana September 13, 1921 and died peacefully at home in Monroe, Louisiana on Monday, April 16, 2012. He was a member of The First United Methodist Church, Monroe, Louisiana. He grew up in Marion, La., graduated from Marion High School and attended La. Tech University in Ruston, La., and served in The United States Army during World War II. He was preceded in death by his wife Margaret Wilson Westbrook, his parents Amma Lynn Edwards Westbrook and Mack Stancil Westbrook, son Richard Dale Westbrook, daughter-in-law Ann Westbrook and sister, Etta Taylor. Survived by and left to cherish his memory is his daughter Susan Westbrook, West Monroe, LA; granddaughter, Allie Verlander, Austin, TX, grandson, John Verlander and his wife, Edith, great grandson Thomas Verlander, Brooklyn, NY, granddaughter, brother Harry Wyatt and wife Lou of Monroe, La., sisters Lokile Peters, Monroe, LA, Stancil Savage, Lafayette, LA, and Boyce Ann Hulen, Swifton, AR, brother-in-law, Ed Wilson and wife, Wynona of Calhoun, LA, special nieces and nephews, and his long time assistant, Theresa Culp and her husband, Jerry. Mr. Westbrook was a respected man in both his personal and business life. He gave you his word with no straying. He provided a chance and a wonderful opportunity to many of his former employees who had the great potential to succeed in business and a new start in life. Just seeing his former employees succeed was his greatest reward. O. D. Westbrook is the last survivor of the Founding Directors of First American Bank & Trust of Louisiana, founded in 1964, of which is now Regions Bank. He served as a Director for 34 years retiring in March, 1998. In 1956 Mr. Westbrook became the Vice President for three retail lumber companies located in Monroe, West Monroe and Ferriday, Louisiana. Several other business were formed relating to the construction industry, building construction, millwork and plumbing company, of which he served in the capacity of President. In 1969 a parent company Standard Enterprises, Inc. was incorporated, at which time all companies were merged with Standard Enterprises, Inc., in order to expand in the single family construction, multi family construction, land development and management. Standard Enterprises, Inc., built throughout Louisiana, North Texas, South Ark., and Mississippi. Mr. Westbrook served as Chairman of the Board from 1969 through 1979, at which time the company was sold. He continued to serve on the Board of Directors of Standard Enterprises, Inc., until 1995, at which time he retired. Mr. Westbrook's family would like to express their gratitude to the employees of Senior Care Services for the excellent care during his illness, Trey, Mollie, Sabrina, Nancy, Michelle, Joyce, Pat and all caregivers. Pallbearers will be Grandson John Verlander, Michael D. Savage, Wade Wyatt, Larry M. Cooper, David W. Turrentine and George Campbell. Honorary pallbearers will be Kent Anderson, Bud Crow, Bob West, Bob Rickett and R. C. McBroom. Mr. Westbrook will be missed dearly by his family and many friends. Visitation will be 12:00 Noon until service time 2:00 PM, Thursday, April 19, 2012, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, 1200 Lamy Lane, Monroe, La. Memorials may be made to The First United Methodist Church, 3900 Loop Road, Monroe, La. 71201-3125, Louisiana Methodist Children's Home, P. O. Box 929, Ruston, La. 71273-0929 or the charity of donor's choice. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 18, 2012

Jessie Johnson Young Funeral services for Jessie Johnson Young, age 76, of Olla, will be held 10:00 AM Thursday, April 19, 2012 at Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Bro. Johnnie Phillips and Dr. Ronnie Mitchell officiating. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Pine Hill Cemetery in Olla. Jessie was born October 9, 1935 to Rev. John J. and Mary Helen Young in Kelly and he passed from this life on April 16, 2012 at his residence in Olla. He served his country in the Air Force for eight years. He was retired from Union Pacific Railroad. He had his private pilot's license and he loved to fly. He was preceded in death by three sons: Paul Charles Young, Clay Leon Young, and Jesse Ray Young; his parents; brother: John Jackson Young. He is survived by his wife of forty nine years: Wanda Young; two sons: James Young and his wife Ellen; Jessie Young, Jr. and his wife Cathy; two daughters: Tammie Moore and her husband Mike; Amy Sistrunk and her husband Tracy; seven sisters: Helen Jackson and her husband Dennis; Laverne Roberson and her husband Wayne; Vivian Townley; Delores McAdams and her husband Buddy; Mary Warner and her husband Lunsford; Johnnie Boutwell and her husband Gary; Sharon Mitchell and her husband Ronnie; fourteen grandchildren: Shane, Bess, and Eli Young; Dawn Fontenot, Brant, Christopher, and Trista Young; Zachary and Clayton Moore; Nick, Patrick, Jessie, and Jacob Young; Joshua Sistrunk; three step-grandchildren: Jessica, Amanda, and Sam; fourteen great-grandchilden; numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be his grandsons. You may send online condolences to the Young family at www.riserfuneralhomes.com. Published in The News Star on April 18, 2012

Patsy R. Anderson, 82 FARMERVILLE — Patsy R. Anderson, retired from the military, died Tuesday. There is no planned visitation or memorial service as per her wishes. Arrangements were under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home.

Maxine S. Davis, 85 Maxine Stephenson Davis of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Raymond Doolittle, 70 Raymond "Ray" Doolittle of West Monroe, retired salesman, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at First Baptist Church's Feazel Chapel, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Timothy Dye, 41 RAYVILLE — Timothy Dye, formerly of Ferriday and Natchez, Miss., a minister and truck driver, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Mark Baptist Church, Clayton. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Eudora Baptist Church, Mer Rouge. Burial will be in Natchez National Veterans Cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home.

James B. Easom, 47 BASTROP — James Burle Easom, a journeyman electrician with Shaw Industries, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home.

Marion E. Frost Jr., 85 Marion Elbert Frost Jr. of Monroe, a retired U.S. Army command sergeant major, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel, Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. Wednesday until service time at the mausoleum chapel. Burial will be in the Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Madelyn N. Haynes, 64 OAK GROVE — Madelyn Newman Haynes, formerly of Oak Grove, a retired educator, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at First Baptist Church. Visitation is 10 a.m. until noon Wednesday at Cox Funeral Home. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery.

Robert Kyles, 70 LOS ANGELES — Robert Kyles, formerly of Bastrop, died April 10. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at New Jeruselem No. 2 Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is noon Wednesday until service time at the church. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Page

Rebba McGary, 56 Rebba McGary of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Mount Zion Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Thursday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Willie Potter, 81 COLLINSTON — Willie Potter, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Galilee Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Trousdale Hill Cemetery.

Dorothy Puckett, 82 SHARON — Dorothy Lee Moon Puckett, owner of K&D's Barbecue in Farmerville, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Sharon Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Jerry Rockett, 71 FARMERVILLE — Jerry Rockett, retired from the U.S. Forest Service, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Camp Creek Baptist Church, Spearsville. Visitation is 10 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home.

David Smith, 42 VALLIANT, Okla. — David "Hoss" Jeffery Smith, an ironworker, died April 10. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Miller & Miller Funeral Home, Valliant.

Billy Strickland, 64 NEWELLTON — Billy Strickland died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED: Anderson, Littie: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville. Boley, Annie: 11 a.m. Saturday, Sweet Home Baptist Church. Dudley, Todd Gray: noon Wednesday, Heath Colonial Chapel Funeral Home. Hennard, Marie Shumaker: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Shreveport. Kyles, Robert: 1 p.m. Wednesday, New Jeruselem No. 2 Baptist Church, Bastrop. Mayes, Keith G.: 11 a.m. Thursday, Roberts Cemetery, Kelly. Perkins, Franica Baker: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Potter, Willie: 2 p.m. Thursday, Galilee Baptist Church, Collinston. Rody, Lillie: 11 a.m. Friday, Pine Hill Baptist Church, Rayville. Smith, Lavell: 2 p.m. Friday, Smith Temple Church of God in Christ, Bastrop. Stanley, Billy Don: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Pentecost Tabernacle Church, Delhi. Vickers, Derek D.: 2 p.m. Thursday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Westbrook, Ollie Dupree "O.D.": 2 p.m. Thursday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. White Jr., Leroy: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Zion Baptist Church, Georgetown. Williams, Joseph: 2 p.m. Saturday, Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Apr 19 , 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Samuel Luther Barnett Funeral services for Samuel Luther Barnett, 68, of Monroe, LA will be at 2:00 PM, Friday, April 20, 2012 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA with Rev. Jon Tellifero officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Sam Barnett was born on May 19, 1943 in El Dorado, AR. He left this earth on April 17, 2012 in Houston, Texas after a long battle with cancer. Sam was an entrepreneur and craftsman owning a sheet metal/HVAC business for over 20 years. He also worked as a rural mail carrier for more than 20 years until his retirement in 2005. He was an avid outdoorsman and loved hunting and fishing. He always said that when the dogwoods are blooming, the catfish are biting; when the crimson clover blooms, the brim are biting. He enjoyed being outside and working on anything you would put in front of him, which happened a lot because his family considered him a Master of all trades. Sam did so much as a son, brother, husband, and dad. He was a loving companion and mentor and always a source of strength and motivation to his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Willie F. Barnett. He is survived by his mother: Edna Juanita Barnett of Ruston, La; wife of 21 years: Mary Coody Barnett of Monroe; sister: Billie Ann Mays of Arcadia, LA; brothers: William Barnett and wife Margie of Minden, LA, Dr. John W. Barnett and wife, Gail of West Monroe, LA; son: Samuel James Barnett of Colorado Springs, CO; daughters: Jon' Hashimoto and husband, James of Ruston, LA, Andrea Ruhl and husband, Patrick of Monroe, Reagan Sims of Washington, D.C. and six grandchildren: Alex Ruhl, Jacob Hashimoto, Lucas Hashimoto, Lauren Ruhl, Rylie Ruhl, and Mia Hashimoto. Pallbearers will be: James Hashimoto, Patrick Ruhl, DeWayne Barnett, Billie Green, Brian Shelton, and Todd Atchison. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Thursday, April 19, 2012 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 19, 2012

Maxine Stephenson Davis Funeral services for Maxine Stephenson Davis, 85, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, April 21, 2012, at the First Presbyterian Church, Monroe, with Rev. David Roberts officiating. Interment will be in Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Maxine was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Monroe for over 60 years, where she and husband Kince, taught Sunday School and served on numerous committees, boards and volunteer groups. She was a care giving daughter, a beloved wife, an active loving mother and mother- in- law and "Mamaw" to five grandchildren and four great grandchildren. She is survived by her children, Stephanie Burman and husband Richard, and Jennifer Betts and husband Steve; grandchildren, Rick Burman and wife Heather, Andy Burman and wife Natalie, Corbett Betts, Curtis Betts and wife Marie and Christy Betts Garner and husband Ryan; and great grandchildren, Gracie Burman, Chipper Burman, Reese Betts and Blake Sargent. Mrs. Davis is preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, O.K. (Kince) Davis. Pallbearers will be Mrs. Davis' grandsons and J.J. Huggins and Ryan Garner. Honorary pallbearers will be Richard Burman, Steve Betts, Christy Betts Garner, Jim Huggins, Jason Huggins, Jon Huggins and Reeves Stephenson. Visitation will be Friday evening from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the Autism Research Institute, 24 Karen Lane, Monroe, LA 71203 or to the First Presbyterian Church, 1201 Stubbs Ave., Monroe, LA 71201. The Family would also like to express their sincere thanks and appreciation for the skilled and compassionate care provided to Maxine by the entire staff of the Arbor and Terrace of Ruston. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 19, 2012

CSM (Ret) Marion Elbert Frost, Jr. Funeral Services for CSM (Ret) Marion Elbert Frost, Jr., 85, of Monroe, were held at 11:00 AM Wednesday, April 18, 2012, at the Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel with Fr. Job Edathinatt officiating. Interment with Military Honors was at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Frost was born in Choudrant, LA on February 1, 1927 died Sunday, April 15, 2012, at St. Francis Specialty Hospital. He was a retired Command Sergeant Major in the United States Army. Mr. Frost was preceded in death by his parents, Marion Elbert Frost, Sr. and Johnnie Sanderson Frost; his brothers and sisters; wife, Virginia Black Frost; son, Grover Martin Frost, and daughter, Josie D. McCluskey. Survivors include: son, Joseph R. Frost and his wife Belinda; three grandchildren, Misty Budig, David Frost, and Joseph Wayne Frost; four great-grandchildren; two nieces, Ermine Chandler and Mollie McCanless; and nephew, Donald Chandler. Visitation was Wednesday from 10:00 AM until service time at the Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel. The family wishes to extend their special thanks to a special friend, Dr. Herschel Harter and Mrs. Mary Beth Harter and their family. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 19, 2012

Margie Manning Stuart Funeral services for Margie Manning Stuart, 89, of Sterlington, will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, April 21, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Judy Bazer officiating. Interment will follow at Enterprise Cemetery, Farmerville, LA. Mrs. Stuart passed away Tuesday, April 17, 2012, at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. She was a school bus driver for the Ouachita Parish School Board, and a member of St. Andrews United Methodist Church, Sterlington. Mrs. Stuart was known for her cooking, loved to read and was an avid fisherman. Mrs. Stuart was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Ramsey Stuart; and great grandchildren, Madison Grace Hall and Ellie Franklin Stuart. Survivors include her sons, David Stuart and wife Dot of Sterlington, Charles Stuart, Jr. and wife Shirley of Calhoun, and Milton "Pero" Stuart and wife Robin of Swartz; eight grandchildren, Troy Stuart, Travis Stuart, Clinton Stuart, Dr. Anthony Stuart, Gregory Stuart, Billy Stuart, Jennifer Stuart Yarbrough, and Wendy Stuart Hall; nine great grandchildren; and sister, Gladys Smith of Swartz. Pallbearers will be Billy Stuart, Clint Stuart, Anthony Stuart, Gregory Stuart, Travis Stuart, Scott Hall, and Marcus Yarbrough. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to St. Andrews United Methodist Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 19, 2012

Billy Wayne Taylor (In Memoriam) (1949-2007) To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die. (Thomas Campbell) Miss you greatly, Love you always Published in The News Star on April 19, 2012

Margie M. Stuart, 89 Margie Manning Stuart of Sterlington, a retired school bus driver, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Enterprise Cemetery, Farmerville.

Octavious Willis, 79 TALLULAH — Octavious Willis, a laborer, died April 12. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at First Kingdom Missionary Baptist Church. Visitation is 2-5 p.m. Friday at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home. Burial will be in New Oakwood Cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED: Algood, Keela: 11 a.m. Saturday, Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Anderson, Littie: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville. Barber, Lizzie: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Bethel Baptist Church, Tallulah. Benton, Dorianna: 1 p.m. Saturday, Bright Oak Baptist Church, Monroe. Boley, Annie: 11 a.m. Saturday, Sweet Home Baptist Church. Dye, Timothy: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Mark Baptist Church, Clayton. Easom, James Burle "Jim": 2 p.m. Saturday, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Long, Glenda: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Luke Baptist Church, Newellton. Martin, Lena: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Light Baptist Church, Lake Providence. McGary. Rebba: 2 p.m. Friday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Monroe. Rockett, Jerry: 11 a.m. Saturday, Camp Creek Baptist Church, Spearsville. Rody, Lillie: 11 a.m. Friday, Pine Hill Baptist Church, Rayville. Smith, David "Hoss" J.: 2 p.m. Saturday, Miller & Miller Funeral Home, Valliant, Okla. Smith, Lavell: 2 p.m. Friday, Morehouse Baptist Association Building, Bastrop. Stockstill, Jacob Skylor: 2 p.m. Friday, Trinity Free Will Baptist Church. Walters, Carolyn Ann: 11 a.m. Saturday, Newlight Baptist Church, Wisner. Williams, Joseph: 2 p.m. Saturday, Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Williams, Minnie: 11 a.m. Friday, Progressive Baptist Church, Monroe.

Ollie Westbrook, 90 Ollie Dupree "O.D." Westbrook of Monroe, a retired local businessman, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is noon Thursday until service time. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park, Monroe.

Minnie Williams, 82 Minnie Williams of Monroe, a homemaker, died April 10. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Progressive Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 3-6 p.m. Thursday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED: Anderson, Littie: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville. Boley, Annie: 11 a.m. Saturday, Sweet Home Baptist Church. Dye, Timothy: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Mark Baptist Church, Clayton. Mayes, Keith G.: 11 a.m. Thursday, Roberts Cemetery, Kelly. McGary. Rebba: 2 p.m. Friday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Monroe. Potter, Willie: 2 p.m. Thursday, Galilee Baptist Church, Collinston. Puckett, Dorothy Lee Moon: 2 p.m. Thursday, Sharon Baptist Church, Sharon. Rockett, Jerry: 11 a.m. Saturday, Camp Creek Baptist Church, Spearsville. Rody, Lillie: 11 a.m. Friday, Pine Hill Baptist Church, Rayville. Smith, David "Hoss" J.: 2 p.m. Saturday, Miller & Miller Funeral Home, Valliant, Okla. Smith, Lavell: 2 p.m. Friday, Smith Temple Church of God in Christ, Bastrop. Vickers, Derek D.: 2 p.m. Thursday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Westbrook, Ollie Dupree "O.D.": 2 p.m. Thursday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Williams, Joseph: 2 p.m. Saturday, Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Apr 20, 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Etta Douglas Tillman Funeral Services for Mrs. Etta Douglas Tillman, 87, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, April 21, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Eddie Shoemaker officiating. Interment will follow in the Kny Cemetery near Dunn, LA. Mrs. Tillman was born on July 20, 1924 and passed away on April 18, 2012. She is preceded in death by her son, Cary "Butch" Tillman. Survivors include her husband, Edward Tillman; brother, William Douglas; sister, Maude Young; sister-in-law, Laura Endsley; granddaughter, Danni Tillman Pitre and husband, Todd; grandson, Dustin Tillman and wife, Dawn; great grandchildren, Samantha Jones, Jordan Dycus, Brittney Tillman, Madison Clark, and Paige Langenberg; great great grandsons, Chace Jones and Ryan Atkins; along with numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and close friends. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Friday, at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to the Eastern Star, Estarl Scholarship Program. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 20, 2012

Samuel L. Barnett, 68 Samuel Luther Barnett of Monroe, a retired rural mail carrier, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park, Monroe.

Artis T. Bissic, 73 GRAMBLING — Artis Taylor Bissic, a retired Grambling State University mail services director, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Miracle Temple Church of God in Christ Church, Ruston. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Grambling Memorial Gardens.

Maxine S. Davis, 85 Maxine Stephenson Davis of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at First Presbyterian Church, Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens, West Monroe.

Lillian Fuller, 96 RAYVILLE — LilliaN Fuller died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Visitaition is noon Saturday until service time. Burial will be in Sunflower Cemetery, near Delhi.

Pamela House, 61 KEY WEST, Fla. — Pamela House, a homemaker, died Sunday. Memorial services are 3 p.m. Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 2 p.m. Friday until service time at the funeral home.

Glenda Long, 51 Glenda Long of Monroe, a homemaker, died April 12. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church, Newellton. Visitation is 3-6 p.m. Friday at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Wyoming Cemetery, Newellton.

Douglas W. McGee, 69 ORLANDO, Fla. — Douglas Wayne McGee, formerly of Pioneer, a jeweler, died March 17. Memorial services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Goodwill Baptist Church, Goodwill.

Lonnie B. Sanders, 73 GILBERT — Lonnie B. Sanders, a retired truck driver, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Jigger Apostolic Church, Jigger. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Myrtle Memorial Cemetery, Winnsboro, under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home.

Apr 21, 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Todd Gray Dudley January 1, 1958 to April 12, 2012 Todd Dudley, 54, passed away at 8:40 PM on Thursday, April 12, 2012, at his residence in Lafayette, Louisiana. He is survived by his wife, Brenda Brantley Dudley (originally of Monroe) and father and mother-in-law, Ellard and Gloria Brantley of Monroe, Louisiana; his parents, Charles Robert and Jacqueline Gray Dudley of Paragould, Arkansas; two brothers, David and his wife, Karin Dudley of Paragould, Arkansas and Charles Robert II and his wife, Martha Dudley of Hot Springs, Arkansas; his Aunt Marcia Ealy of College Station, Texas and his Aunt and Uncle by marriage, Inell and Ira Taylor of West Monroe, Louisiana; one niece, two nephews and many relatives and friends. A visitation and service was held for family and friends on Saturday, April 14th at David Funeral Home in Lafayette, Louisiana. On Wednesday, April 18th, visitation and funeral service continued in Todd's hometown of Paragould, Arkansas under the direction of Heath Funeral Home. Todd's final resting place was in Paragould. Todd was a wonderful, husband, son, brother and friend. He was loved, respected and admired by many. His positive attitude, strength and love of life were a true inspiration to all. Todd will be greatly missed. Published in The News Star on April 21, 2012

Pauline Anthony, 79 Pauline "Paulie" Rushing Anthony of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Weston C. Brown, 15 JONESVILLE — Weston "Wes" Cole Brown, a student at Sandy Lake Christian Academy, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Sandy Lake Pentecostal Church. Visitation is 1 p.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Manifest, under the direction of Young' Funeral Home.

Repond Davis, 60 PIONEER — Repond "Jack" Davis, a truck driver, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Chase Cemetery, Chase.

Pat Grant, 74 Pat Grant of Monroe, former owner of Windows A Bookshop in Monroe, died Saturday. Memorial services are 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Ouachita Parish Public Library, Louis Lock Room. 18th Street and Stubbs Avenue, Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Bill Langston, 85 KILBOURNE — Bill Langston, a farmer, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Kilbourne United Methodist Church. Visitation is 1-4 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. Sunday until service time at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

James R. Nielsen, 68 SWAMPERS — James Robert Nielsen died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Fish Bayou Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Sunday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Harris Cemetery, Crowville.

Etta D. Tillman, 87 Etta Douglas Tillman of West Monroe, retired receptionist, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. Saturday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Kny Cemetery. Dunn.

Belinda Tucker, 62 LOMPOC, Calif. — Belinda Joy Tucker, formerly of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Memorial Park, Monroe. Visitation is 10-11 a.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED: Algood, Keela: 11 a.m. Saturday, Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Anderson, Littie: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville. Barber, Lizzie: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Bethel Baptist Church, Tallulah. Benton, Dorianna: 1 p.m. Saturday, Bright Oak Baptist Church, Monroe. Bissic, Artis T.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Miracle Temple Church of God in Christ Church, Ruston. Boley, Annie: 11 a.m. Saturday, Sweet Home Baptist Church. Davis, Maxine Stephenson: 10 a.m. Saturday, First Presbyterian Church, Monroe. Dye, Timothy: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Mark Baptist Church, Clayton. Easom, James Burle "Jim": 2 p.m. Saturday, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Fuller, Lillian: 2 p.m. Saturday, Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Long, Glenda: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Luke Baptist Church, Newellton. Martin, Lena: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Light Baptist Church, Lake Providence. McGee, Douglas Wayne: 10 a.m. Saturday, Goodwill Baptist Church, Goodwill. Rockett, Jerry: 11 a.m. Saturday, Camp Creek Baptist Church, Spearsville. Sanders, Lonnie B.: 10 a.m. Saturday, Jigger Apostolic Church, Jigger. Smith, David "Hoss" J.: 2 p.m. Saturday, Miller & Miller Funeral Home, Valliant, Okla. Stuart, Margie Manning: 2 p.m. Saturday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Walters, Carolyn Ann: 11 a.m. Saturday, Newlight Baptist Church, Wisner. Williams, Joseph: 2 p.m. Saturday, Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Willis, Octavious: 11 a.m. Saturday, First Kingdom Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah.

Apr 22, 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

David Leon Allen of Delhi, LA was born on November 30, 1955 and passed away on April 20, 2012 at Glen wood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, April 23, 2012 at Hill Ridge Baptist Church in Crowville, La with Brother Dennis Fontenot and Brother Mickey Gallup officiating under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home. A visitation will be held from 5-8 p.m, Sunday evening at the church. Burial will follow services at the Masonic Cemetery in Crowville, LA. David is preceded in death by his parents, Neville and Pauline Allen and brother Thomas Allen He is survived by his, brothers, Gerald Allen of Homer; Wayne Allen of Delhi; Preston Allen of West Monroe; Reggie Allen of Delhi, and their spouses. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends that he loved. Pallbearers will be Gerald Allen Jr., Marcus Allen, Ken Wright, Ricky Lockridge, Josh Allen, Lynn Jones. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffinfuneralhome.net Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 22, 2012

Pauline Anthony Funeral services for Mrs. Pauline "Polly" Anthony, 79, of Monroe are at 2:00 PM on Monday, April 23rd, 2012, in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe with Rev. Jeff Smart officiating. Interment follows at Faith Memorial Park, Hwy 17 South, Delhi, LA, under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Born February 13th, 1933, in Winnsboro, LA, Polly passed away on Friday, April 20th, 2012, in Monroe. She was a homemaker and a member of the First Baptist Church of Swartz. She was a graduate of Baskin High School's Class of 1951. Polly's claim to fame was being a member of the 1948-1951 undefeated girls' basketball team, under the direction of Hall of Fame Coach Edna "Tiny" Tarbutton. Polly was preceded in death by her parents, Emmett and Rita McManus Rushing; her husband, Talmadge Anthony; her sister, Bernice McKeithen; and her brother, Troy Rushing. Survivors include her sons and their wives, Johnny and Carol Anthony, Jimmy and Connie Anthony, Danny and Susan Anthony, Larry and Arlene Anthony, and David and Aimee Anthony; 10 grandchildren; 6 step grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Barbara Rushing and Joyce Smith; a brother-in-law, Alton McKeithen; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers are Hayden Anthony, Stephen Anthony, Wesley Anthony, Bryan Banks, Larry Banks, Michael Banks, Dr. Paul Rushing, and Myron Smith. Honorary pallbearers are Landel McKeithen and Alton McKeithen. Visitation is Monday, April 23rd, 2012, from 10:00 AM until 12:00 Noon at the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 22, 2012

Pat Grant Pat Grant was born in 1937 in Detroit, where her family lived in a flat near the Packard plant. Pat and her sister Marge were part of the homefront effort during WWII, saving dimes for victory garden seeds, while their mother served as an air raid warden. After the war when Pat was 9, she and her family joined her father at his Army postings in the US Territory of Hawaii and in Yokohama, Japan. Pat graduated from Eastern High School in Detroit. She had a BA in English from Wayne State University, an MEd in Classroom Teaching from Eastern Michigan University, and an MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. She was a gifted teacher who taught English for 40 years—10 years in the Detroit Public Schools, and then at the college level at Detroit College of Business, Pan American University, the University of Arkansas, and Northeast Louisiana University. She also taught for two years in Athens, Greece. As a young woman, Pat lived in an apartment where the landlord tried to evict her for the diversity of her friends. She became the plaintiff in an ACLU lawsuit that changed state law in Michigan to end racial discrimination in housing, and her name remains in the law books of that state. She was a lifelong fighter for peace and justice. She spent the best summer of her life in Provincetown on Cape Cod when she was 21 in 1958. She lived in a shack on a dock and spent days on the beach and evenings in intense conversation with painters and writers. She also loved Maine and spent a rainy week in a leaky tent there eating lobster every day at roadside stands. In recent years she revisited both those places, even finding her dock in P-town and her still-standing and occupied shack. Not many people realized what a fierce patriot Pat was, which was why she fought to always make her country better, fairer, more just. Her fellow Arkansas graduate students will remember a famous 4th of July party where Pat picked up the American flag and paraded around the backyard singing God Bless America in her best Kate Smith voice. Pat traveled to many countries and many different states. She loved fiction and poetry and art. She loved dance and films and plays. She loved classical music, opera, jazz, and any good, honest, roots music. She loved Aretha Franklin, Billie Holiday, Cleo Laine, and Lady GaGa. She loved cats her whole life and left two grieving ones behind. She loved dogs, especially Mike and Olive. She loved all the other animals, too. She loved the writing of Carol Shields, Valerie Martin, William Faulkner, Nadime Gordimer, J M Coetzee, W G Sebald. She loved reading above all, but lately loved watching Steve Harvey on Family Feud and America's Test Kitchen on public television (that will surprise some of her friends). She was honest, deeply moral, kind, and funny. She was one of the best people many of us have ever known. Pat and her partner Elisabeth co-owned Windows a bookshop in Monroe, Louisiana, co-hosted The Book Report radio show, and co-wrote the newspaper column Louisiana Bookshelf. Pat's love of books was apparent in all she did. She was the kind of reader that all writers hope for—a reader who would spend time with a book, give it a chance to unfold and reveal its mysteries, and then think deeply about what she found there. It was Pat's careful reading and insightful questions that led so many authors that she interviewed to say that hers was the best interview they'd ever had. Pat and Elisabeth also co-wrote a comic strip (illustrated by Pat) called Olive of the Ozarks, which appeared on a regular basis in the Grapevine in Fayetteville, Arkansas, in the 1980s. Pat had many publications of stories, poems, and scores of reviews. After being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in February, Pat continued to have a martini and one Pall Mall every evening, and she remained nearly pain-free. She enjoyed lamb and Greek salad, two of her favorites, in recent weeks. She died peacefully at home in the arms of love. Pat is survived by her friend, companion, and partner of 30 years, Elisabeth Grant-Gibson; her sister, Marjorie K Fronckel of Lansing, Michigan; her sister-in-law, Marika Gibson of Dubai; her special friends Savvas Apotsos and Eleni Hatzigeorgiou of Thessalonica, Greece; her great and great-great nephews and nieces; her cousin Ed Miller and wife Jean of North Carolina; and by dozens of colleagues, hundreds of friends, and thousands of former students. There could be no more fitting place than the public library for remembering Pat Grant, who was a lover of books, of people, of animals, and of life. Those who knew her are invited to join our joyful celebration in the Louis Lock Room of the Main Branch of the Ouachita Parish Public Library on 18th & Stubbs on Sunday, April 22, 2:30 PM-4:30 PM. Guests are invited to drop in during that time and to join in the stories and tales and remembrances of Pat. Jeans and tee shirts and yard flowers and laughter will be a perfect fit to match Pat's spirit. Those who wish to further honor her may make a memorial donation to Ouachita River Valley Animal League (ORVAL), c/o Sharpco, 8770 Frontage Road, Monroe, LA, 71201. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 22, 2012

S.D. Huffman Mr. S. D. Huffman, age 94, died peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday, April 20. Mr. Huffman's death was caused by complications from an earlier fall from a ladder at home. He was a lifelong resident of Lincoln Parish and was a descendant of the Autrey family, one of Lincoln Parish's oldest pioneer families. Dubach is known as the Dogtrot Capital due in part to the "Autrey House" log home in that area. Mr. Huffman and his brother T.R. were instrumental in the preservation of this structure as a pioneer museum that is now listed on the "National Register of Historic Places". Mr. Huffman was preceded in death by his wife and mother of his children, Marie Cooper Huffman; one grandson, Jeff Brown; wife and mother of his step-children, Ruth Watts Huffman; and step-sons, Joel Watts and Danny Michael. He is survived by a large family: brother, T. R. Huffman of Dubach; his loving wife, friend, constant companion, and care-giver Margaret Huffman. Three children: Daughter Omega Brown and husband Nolen of Minden, daughter Ruth Ellen Hanna and husband Norman of Dubach, son Randy Huffman and wife Connie of Bentonville, Ar. Step-sons: Henry Watts and wife Carla of Dubach, James Ray Watts and wife Claudia of Choudrant, Bob Michael and wife Carla of Savannah, GA, Bill Michael and wife Jeanine of Dublin, OH. Stepdaughter Kathy Packman and husband Bob of Dubach. He was also survived by 23 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Huffman retired from Chevron. He was an active member of St. Rest Baptist Church early in his life and later Fellowship Baptist Church of Dubach. Known to most simply as S. D. or "Huff", he was a member of the Ruston Gun Club and Arcadia Gun Club and was known as an expert marksman. He was an avid deer hunter and enjoyed this sport his entire life. Many in Dubach have enjoyed the fruits of his labor in his bountiful gardens that were planted every year. He loved to tell his hunting and fishing experiences to anyone who would listen. His love of his heritage was also evident in the many stories he told of early Lincoln Parish. S.D. enjoyed good health all his life until his recent fall from a ladder. He amazed many people, including the medical staff who recently attended him, with his memory and vitality for a man in his 90s. Many compared him to someone in their 70s. This patriarch of the Dubach area will be missed by many. Services are 2:00 p.m. Sunday at First Baptist Church Dubach. Visitation is 1:00 p.m. Sunday until service time at the church. Burial will be in St. Rest Baptist Church Cemetery, Dubach, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the American Cancer Society , St. Rest Cemetery Memorial Fund, Autrey House Museum c/o Lincoln Parish Museum, or . Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Published in The News Star on April 22, 2012

Rodney Vicente Rodriguez On April 20, 2012 Rodney Vicente Rodriguez quietly slipped away into eternity to meet his Lord Jesus. He was blessed to be married to and survived by his wife of seven years Candace "Candi" Dawn Holloway Rodriguez. He was honored to be the father of a one year old son named Charles Luke Vicente Rodriguez and was awaiting the birth of his daughter Isabella Grace Rodriguez. He is also survived by his mother Martiza Rodriguez and brother Ryan Rodriguez. Rodney was employed by Community Trust Bank in Ruston. The visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. on April 23rd at Owens Funeral Home in Ruston and the memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on April 24th at Cook Baptist Church in Ruston. The internment will be at Oak Grove Baptist Church Cemetery in Eros, LA following the memorial service. Dr. Mike Holloway, Dr. Scott Thompson and Rev. Brett Patterson will officiate the service. To leave a memorial message for the family, please visit www.ownensmemorialfuneralhome.com. Published in The News Star on April 22, 2012

Olevia Antwine 77 COLUMBIA — Olevia Antwine, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

William L. Atkins, 75 VERNON — William Lavon Atkins, a retired welder, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Vernon Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. at the church. Burial will be in New Prospect Cemetery under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

James H. Brown, 50 James H. "Jimbo" Brown of Monroe, a manager for Avis and Budget Car Rental, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Henry R. Chavis IV, 41 Henry Rufus "Rusty" Chavis IV of West Monroe, a restaurant manager, died Wednesday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1:30 p.m. Sunday until time of service at the funeral home.

Lucille Cupp, 85 WINNSBORO — Lucille Cupp, a seamstress, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Gill First National Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Coax Cemetery.

Kattie Lace Dixon, 78 Kattie Lace Dixon of Monroe, a private sitter, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Berean Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Joe P. Edwards, 54 Joe P. Edwards of Monroe, regional director of consumer sales for Regions Bank, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Jerusalem Baptist Church, Calhoun. Visitation is 8-9:45 a.m. at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Ocie Hall, 74 Ocie Hall, 74, of Monroe died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Jack E. Murphy, 84 Jack Everette Murphy of Monroe, a retired businessman in real estate, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Betty Navarro, 62 FOREST — Betty Navarro, a nurse's aide, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Betty Parker, 78 JOYCE — Betty Lou Parker, a retired retail manager, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Sikes Cemetery, Sikes.

Easter L. Ratcliff, 87 RAYVILLE — Easter Lilly Ratcliff, A homemaker, died, Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Greer Cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED: Brown, Weston "Wes" Cole: 2 p.m. Sunday, Sandy Lake Pentecostal Church, Jonesville. Davis, Repond "Jack": 2 p.m. Sunday, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Grant, Pat: 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Ouachita Parish Public Library, 18th Street and Stubbs Avenue, Monroe. Langston, Bill: 2 p.m. Sunday, Kilbourne United Methodist Church, Kilbourne. Nielsen, James Robert: 10 a.m. Monday, Fish Bayou Baptist Church, Swampers.

Apr 23 , 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Jack E. Murphy Memorial services for Jack E. Murphy who passed away Saturday, April 21, 2012 will be announced at a later date. Mr. Murphy was preceded in death by his father Dewey Murphy and mother Catherine Shrout-Murphy; and son Brian Murphy. He is survived by his wife Brenda Murphy originally from New Orleans, LA; step-son Ryan Milliken; daughter, Kerry Ketchell; granddaughters, Karma, Tiffany, and Kelly; daughter-in-law Linda Murphy; and great grandson Haydon Dash. Jack was born in Meridian Mississippi, and graduated from Meridian High School. He joined the Merchant Marines at age 17 where he served in WWII. On leaving the service he began a career as a traveling salesman for Standard Coffee Co. selling house to house. During a sales career that spanned more than 25 years, he managed and represented companies such as Motorola and Kelvinator. At age 48 he was recognized as one of the top fifty salesmen in America. He often pursued several careers at the same time. While active in sales he also became a licensed general contractor, building apartments and houses for both himself and others. In 1965 Jack founded, owned and operated Murphy Apts. He believed that a people oriented business helped keep ones' mind useful and life useful, young at heart and fulfilled. Mr. Murphy was also active in civic affairs in Monroe and in Louisiana. As a member of the Monroe Jaycees he was responsible for the City Bandstand constructed in Forsythe Park and chaired the first 4th of July fireworks display in Forsythe Park. As president of the Monroe Jaycees he brought the Ms. Louisiana Pageant to Monroe and led the Monroe Jaycees to first place in chapter achievements in Louisiana and third place nationally. He was always interested in and helpful in civic matters. During Governor Edwards administration Jack served as a goodwill ambassador to Costa Rica. Later he served on Governor Treen's appointed staff on alcohol and drug abuse for 2 years. During that time he founded and then served as President of the Northeast Louisiana Alcohol and Drug Abuse Association. He was responsible for the building and construction of the Bright House, a half-way house for recovering substance abusers. Jack was above all a Christian, who believed in God and our Savior, Jesus Christ. He was an honorable businessman, and loyal to his friends and business associates. He enjoyed travel, reading, and life in general. He had a good sense of humor and enjoyed friendships with everyone. He gave of himself, both in money and more importantly, in life, truly believing that you can't give yourself poor. He fully believed, and often said, that life for him had been a great adventure. It was his wish, that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Ouachita Parish Library. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 23, 2012

David L. Allen, 56 DELHI — David Leon Allen died Friday. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Hill Ridge Baptist Church in Crowville. Burial is in Masonic Cemetery in Crowville under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home.

Pauline Anthony, 79 Pauline "Polly" Anthony of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Lamy Lane, Monroe. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to noon, Monday at the funeral home. Burial is at Faith Memorial Park in Delhi.

James H. Brown, 50 James H. "Jimbo" Brown of Monroe, a manager for Avis and Budget car rentals, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. Albans Episcopal Church in Monroe. Visitation will be from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe. Burial is in the Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Courtney A. Cole, 47 Courtney Ann Cole of Monroe, a schoolteacher, died Sunday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Monroe.

Fannie L. Dent, 91 HEBERT — Fannie Lea Thomason Dent of Hebert, a registered nurse, died Thursday. Services are at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Riser Funeral Home in Columbia. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial is in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe.

Mary H. Esposito, 52 Mary Helen Esposito of Monroe, a retail manager, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete at Griffin Funeral Home in West Monroe.

Inez T. Griffith, 95 JONESBORO — Inez T. Griffith, a retired paper mill employee, died Sunday. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at North Hodge Assembly of God Church, Hodge. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m. Monday at Edmonds Funeral Home. Burial is at 3 p.m. at Forest Corner Cemetery in Oak Grove.

Betty Navarro, 62 FOREST — Betty Navarro, a nurses aide, died Saturday. Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Brown-Holley Funeral Chapel in Oak Grove. Visitation will be from 4-9 Monday and 9 a.m. until service time Tuesday at the funeral home.

A.B. Roberson, 99 A.B. Roberson of Monroe, a cement mason, died April 14. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Bethel Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. Monday at Smith Funeral Home in Monroe. Burial will be in the Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Rodney V. Rodriguez, 29 EROS — Rodney Vicente Rodriguez, a customer service specialist, died Friday. Services are at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Cook Baptist Church in Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Monday at Owens Memorial Chapel in Ruston. Burial will be in Oak Grove Baptist Church Cemetery near Eros.

Everett B. Zeagler, 86 Everett B. Zeagler, of West Monroe, retired Ouachita Parish Registrar of Voters and owner of Zeagler Music, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED: Atkins, William Lavon: 10 a.m. Monday, Vernon Baptist Church, Vernon. Cupp, Lucille: 2 p.m. Monday, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Dixon, Kattie Lace: 11 a.m. Saturday, Berean Baptist Church, Monroe. Edwards, Joe P.: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Jerusalem Baptist Church, Calhoun. Nielsen, James Robert: 10 a.m. Monday, Fish Bayou Baptist Church, Swampers. Parker, Betty Lou: 2 p.m. Monday, Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield. Ratcliff, Easter Lilly: 10 a.m. Monday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.

Apr 24 , 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

John Terry Baxter Funeral services for John Terry Baxter, 54 of Eros will be held on Tuesday, May 1, 2012, 2:00 PM at Cheniere Baptist Church in West Monroe with Brother Robert "Bodie" Spicer officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens. Terry was born January 17, 1958 and entered into eternal rest on April 28, 2012, following a lengthy battle with lung cancer. He was a contractor who spent many hours building and remodeling homes for many special people, charities, and businesses. Terry took much pride in his work and was always available to help his family and friends. He was a member of Cheniere Baptist Church and participated in many mission service projects both at home and away. His father, John Riley Baxter; nephew, Joshua Baxter; several cousins; and his grandparents preceded Terry in death. Left to cherish his memory are his son, Jeremiah Baxter; mother, Charlotte Baxter; brothers, Jerry Baxter and wife Donna, and Greg Baxter; nephew, Samuel Baxter; niece, Christian Baxter; his biological father, Reggie Collier; and a number of aunts, uncles and cousins. Terry's cousins will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be held at the church from 12:00 Noon until time of service. The family request any planned memorials be made to Cheniere Baptist Church, 101 Cheniere Baptist Church Road, West Monroe, LA 71292. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 30, 2012

James H. "Jimbo" Brown Funeral services for James H. "Jimbo" Brown, 50, of Monroe, Louisiana, will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at St. Albans Episcopal Church, with The Rev. Whit Stodghill officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA. Mr. Brown, a manager of Avis and Budget car rentals for 15 years, died April 21, 2012, at his residence in Monroe, Louisiana. Mr. Brown was preceded in death by his father Alton Dallas Brown. He was a member of St. Albans Episcopal Church, and loved to ride motorcycles. Mr. Brown was a very loving, and caring person who made everyone he knew smile, and was always the life of every party. Survivors include mother, Georgie Vollman Brown; his fiancé Jill Roberts; son, Dylan Brown and fiancé, Jessie Tate; brother, Charles Brown and his children, Camille Brown and Samuel Brown; sisterly cousins, Betsy Kimball and Stacey White; Brother, Dallas Brown and wife C.J; sister, Kathryn Gazaway and husband David; her son, Justin Brown and her granddaughter, Kelsey Brown and his faithful partner and dog Otto. Pallbearers will be Richie Varino, Carol Wiggins, David Gazaway, Scott Porier, Justin Brown, George Daughty and Dr. Gordon Massengale. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 24, 2012

Courtney Ann Cole Funeral services for Courtney Ann Cole, age 47, will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at First Presbyterian Church in Monroe. Officiating the services will be Dr. Allison Moody, assisted by Rev. John Mabray and Father Matthew Long. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of Monroe. Born in Baton Rouge, LA on February 25, 1965, Courtney Ann Cole went home to her Lord on Sunday, April 22, 2012, surrounded by her loving family and friends. She had waged a valiant and courageous battle against cancer, and she did so with dignity, a positive attitude, and perseverance. Courtney was a "trooper" and a role model for all who knew and loved her. A 1984 graduate of River Oaks School in Monroe, Courtney earned a business degree from the University of Louisiana at Monroe. She subsequently received her Masters in Education, Plus Thirty and certification from ULM as well. Courtney never ceased her education. While she actively taught school, she regularly attended workshops and continuing education classes to keep her skills honed. She was also an active member and alumna of Kappa Delta sorority. Courtney was an avid traveler and was always ready for a trip. Her trips to most of the United States, Europe and the Far East were highlights of many a summer vacation. Foremost in Courtney's life was her beloved teaching profession that took her to Wossman High School. It was at Wossman that Courtney flourished as an outstanding, knowledgeable, and compassionate teacher. She loved her students, and they knew it. Willing to work long hours and on weekends, Courtney put everything into their young lives, and they responded. She never missed an event at Wossman. She would travel to every athletic event, performance or ceremony. She was a very popular chaperone for field trips and many other activities. She loved her co-workers at Wossman, and she will be missed. She was named Teacher of the Year in 2006. Courtney was also a member of Jesus the Good Shepherd Church. Courtney was preceded in death by her younger sister, Caroline Casey Cole; her grandparents, Jane and Coy Casey and Irene and Winnie Cole. She is survived by her parents, Ann and Henry Cole; aunts and uncles, Connie and Frankie Miletello, Rena and Clayton Cole, Carol Nies, and Catherine and John Mabray. She is also survived by many loving cousins and friends. Her special cousin, Jennifer Owen Biedenharn, gave Courtney extraordinary loving care throughout her illness. Her loving canine companion, Maddie, also brought her comfort. Pallbearers will be Keith Biedenharn, John Fuglar, Jerry Mayhall, Jim Owen, Brian Bertsch and Trimble Mabray. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 6:30 PM, Tuesday, April 24, 2012 at Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of Monroe. The family wishes to thank all who came with food, flowers and loving arms that held us up especially, Anne Cookston, Laura Parker, Catherine Mabray, Ann Fuglar and Leslie Bertsch. We love you all. A heartfelt thank you to Dr. Kerry Anders, Dr. Grace Shumaker, Dr. Barry Weinberger and Shannon Newton for their compassionate care during Courtney's illness. Matthew 25:21 "Well done, good and faithful servant." Memorials may be made in Courtney's name to the ULM Foundation for the Courtney Cole Scholarship Fund, 700 University Avenue, Monroe, LA 71209, Cancer Foundation League, PAWS or the charity of the donor's choice . Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 24, 2012

Joe Perry Edwards Joe Perry Edwards, born May 11, 1957, Wildsville, LA to Lillie M. Edwards and the late Julius Edwards, Sr. Graduated from Ferriday High ('75), majored in Journalism at Northeast University ('80) and obtained a graduate degree in Banking from Louisiana State ('95). Joe was a community servant in the public and private sectors. He began his stellar banking career in 1983 that ended with Regions Bank as a Consumer Sales Manager. Deacon Edwards was a member of Jerusalem Baptist, Calhoun, LA. To cherish his memory are his wife of 28 years, Anna; their son Ian; his mother, Lillie; his mother-in-law, Katherine Toston; four brothers, seven sisters, and numerous other loving family members and friends. Miller Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 24, 2012

Berdie Diane Hamilton Funeral Services for Berdie Diane Hamilton, 59, of Downsville, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, April 25, 2012, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Rev. Bill Hearne officiating. Interment will follow at Carlton Cemetery in Calhoun. Diane was born on February 1, 1953 in Monroe, LA and passed away on April 22, 2012 in Shreveport, LA. She was a nurse at Lincoln General Hospital for over 20 years. Diane was a devoted wife, loving mother and grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She is preceded in death by her parents, David Mitchell Hodges, Sr. and Rae Louise Hobbs Hodges; brothers, Jeffery Hodges, Durwood Hodges, David Mitchell Hodges, Jr., and Ronnie Hodges; and daughter, Shannon Danielle Hamilton. Diane is survived by her sons, Michael Hamilton, Jr. and wife, Tracie and their children, Katie, Emily, Taylor and Hayden, Pat Hamilton, Jacob Hamilton and ex-wife Wendy Stansel and their children, Chloe, Lily, Jacee and Sylas; daughters, Jessica Hamilton and fiancée Jerry, and Jamie Hamilton; father of her children, Michael Hamilton, Sr.; brothers, Roger Hodges, Kenny Hodges, Scotty Hodges and Paul Hodges; and sisters, Cindy Woodard and Brenda Posey. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Tuesday, April 24, 2012 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice . Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 24, 2012

Glenn Earl Martina, Jr. Glenn Earl Martina, Jr. passed away on April 19, 2012 at the age of 64. Son of Bertha Hasemann Martina and the late Glenn Earl Martina, Sr. Brother of Judy Danna (Nick), Patricia, Susan and Jeffery Martina (Michele). Also survived by nieces, nephews and three great nephews. He was in the armed forces and served in Vietnam. He was a member of The Knights of Columbus, Council #2925, and retired from KNOE TV Station in Monroe, LA. A Private Service was held on April 23, 2012. Memorial donations may be sent to the charity of your choice . To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com Lake Lawn Metairie New Orleans, LA Published in The News Star on April 24, 2012

Johnny Wayne Thomas Funeral services for Mr. Johnny Wayne Thomas, age 68, of Bossier City, LA., will be held at 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in Farmerville. Officiating the service will be Rev. John Saunders. Interment will follow in Liberty Hill Taylor Cemetery under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville, LA. Mr. Thomas was born on June 27, 1943 and passed away on April 22, 2012 after a brief illness. He was a member of Wards Chapel Church of Christ. He served in the U.S. Navy and was a retired LA. State Trooper. He had also worked for Ouachita Parish Sheriff's Office, Lincoln Parish Probation and Parole, Farmerville Police, Union Parish Sheriff's Office, Automatic Gas Company in Headerson, TX; and Chevyland in Shreveport, LA. Survivors include his wife Barbara Thomas of Bossier City, LA; sons, John Walker and wife Jeri kay of Wauchula, FL: Morris Brossette of Dallas, TX; daughters, Deann Smith and husband Wayne of Valley View, TX; Diann Cook of Shreveport, LA; Susan Turner and husband Chris of Keithville, LA; grandchildren, Jansen Kay Walker, Jamie Kay Walker; Breann Smith, Brooke Smith; Matthew Rayne Gibson, Tanner Sims; and Emily and Claire Turner; brother, Rex Thomas of Farmerville, LA; previous wife Faye Ramsey Thomas of Farmerville, LA; grandmother of Jamie and Jansen Walker; with a host of nieces, nephews and friends. Pallbearers are Bob Buckley, Craig Cook, Sidney LeVasseur, Joe LeVasseur, Ronnie Poche' and Chris Turner. Honorary Pallbearers are Ben Thomas, Jason Thomas, Andy Roan, and Andy McCullen. Visitation will be held Tuesday, April 24, 2012 from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Memorials may be sent to American Cancer Society . Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Homes Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on April 24, 2012

Francis C. Dison, 83 JONESBORO — Francis Corbitt Dison of Castor, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Old Saline Baptist Church, Saline. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Tuesday at the church. Burial will be in the cemetery under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Louis Greene, 82 Louis Greene of West Monroe, a retired Louisiana State Bank examiner, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Sherman Moore Jr., 71 Sherman Moore Jr. of West Monroe, a retired educator, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Little Flower of Jesus Catholic Church, Monroe. Family hour is 7-8 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Greater Pilgrim Rest Cemetery, Mangham.

Willard R. Smith, 82 WISNER — Willard R. Smith died Monday. Services are 3 p.m. Wednesday at Holly Grove Baptist Church, Wisner. Visitation is noon until 3 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in Holly Grove Cemetery, Wisner, under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home.

Mary E. Temple, 87 JONESBORO — Mary Emily Temple died Monday. Services are 4 p.m. Thursday at Siloam Baptist Church, Dodson. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Everett B. Zeagler, 86 Everett Bernard Zeagler of West Monroe, former owner of Zeagler Music and former Registrar of Voters for Ouachita Parish, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at First United Methodist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Brown,James H. "Jimbo": 2 p.m. Wednesday, St. Albans Episcopal Church, Monroe. Dent, Fannie Lea Thomason: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Dixon, Kattie Lace: 11 a.m. Saturday, Berean Baptist Church, Monroe. Edwards, Joe P.: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Jerusalem Baptist Church, Calhoun. Griffith, Inez T.: 10 a.m. Tuesday, North Hodge Assembly of God Church, Hodge. Navarro, Betty: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Roberson, A.B.: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Bethel Baptist Church, Monroe. Rodriguez, Rodney Vicente: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Cook Baptist Church, Ruston.

Apr 25, 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Louis A. Greene, Jr. Funeral services for Mr. Louis A. Greene, Jr., age 82, will be 10:00 A.M., Thursday, April 26, 2012 in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes in West Monroe. Officiating will be Rev. Mark Fenn. Interment will follow at Hamilton Cemetery in Dubach, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of West Monroe. Louis was a beloved and devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend. He was also a loving and generous gentleman who will be missed by all who knew him. After serving his country in the U.S. Navy, he received his Bachelors Degree in Business from ULM, formerly Northeast LA State College. He was one of the first graduates of the four year program. He worked for United Gas and retired as a Louisiana State Bank examiner. He loved his church and was a faithful member of First Baptist Church of West Monroe for 60 years. In later years, he loved spending time with his grandchildren, helping and taking part in their activities. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jo Helen Fuller Greene. Survivors are his sons, Greg Greene and his wife, Julie and Alan Greene; grandchildren, Daniel and Emily Greene, Chaz and Ashley Lambert, Tryston Miller and Jackson Greene; and special niece, Sara Sanders. Visitation will be 5:00 P.M. until 8: 00 P.M., Wednesday, April 25, 2012, at Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of West Monroe. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 25, 2012

Ocie Hall Ocie Hall of Monroe, LA, was born March 17, 1938 in Lincoln Parish. He was 74. He passed away on April 21, 2012, unexpectedly at St. Francis Medical Center, Monroe, LA. Ocie retired as a Glazier from the Monroe City School Board in 2003 after 27 and a half years. He delivered to Acme Glass and Twin City Glass for many years. Ocie was also an assistant at Chennault Aviation and Military Museum. He confessed his life to Christ at an early age at St. Joe Baptist Church under the leadership of the J.H. Hously. He later united with Greater New Hope Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Rev. J.J. Stewart. He was a faithful Christian, Deacon and Youth Leader until his death. Ocie is preceded in death by his parents, Eugene Hall Sr. and Addie Goldsmith Hall; two brothers, Phillip and Eugene Hall Jr.; three sisters, Rosie Hall, Neveda Hall Adams and Hattie Hall Bradley. He is survived by his loving wife of 21 years, Evelyn C. Hall of Monroe, LA; his special pride and joy, "Evelyn Chardae" Covington and his dog, "Diamond"; two brothers, Robert and Edward (Earnestine) Hall of Monroe, LA; one sister, Ardessa Lewis (Andrew) of Chicago, IL; a sister/niece, Myrtis Hall of Monroe, LA; his children, Derrick, Victor, Kim, Lisa and Lorrie; grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and church family that he loved. Visitation will be Friday from 1:00 PM until 6:00 PM, on April 27, 2012, at the Alice Mae Chapel (Miller Funeral Home). Funeral services will be Saturday, April 28, 2012, at 11:00 AM. 201 Thomas Ave., Monroe, LA, at Greater New Hope Baptist Church. Published in The News Star on April 25, 2012

Everett Bernard Zeagler Services for Mr. Everett Bernard Zeagler, 86, of West Monroe, LA, will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, April 26, 2012, at First United Methodist Church in Monroe with Dr. Larry Stafford officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in Monroe. Mr. Zeagler passed away on April 22, 2012 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. Everett Bernard Zeagler, born August 22, 1925, joined his wife, Dorothy, in heaven on Sunday, April 22nd. Known for his honor, integrity, moral standards and sense of duty, Everett was greatly admired and respected by all who knew him. He lived his entire life in Ouachita Parish, graduating from OPHS in 1942 and attended Northeast Junior College in 1943, where he had been Colonel and student commander of the ROTC program. He then joined the US Army Air Corp. After his discharge in 1946, he returned home to Monroe and started H.B Zeagler and Son Dairy. He joined his church choir to meet the director, Dorothy Williams, who soon became his adoring and adored wife of almost 65 years. In 1956 Everett began selling insurance for Farm Bureau Insurance Company. In 1958, he was elected to the Ouachita Parish School Board where he served one six year term. In 1968, Everett and Dorothy purchased a small sheet music store which later became Zeagler Music, still operating after 44 years in Monroe and Baton Rouge. In 1969, he was appointed Registrar of Voters for Ouachita Parish, a position he held until his retirement in 1989. He was a faithful and stalwart member of First United Methodist Church in Monroe, where he sang in the choir and taught Sunday School for many years. He loved music, sang in the local barbershop harmony chapter for many years and was a committed Rotarian. Everett was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy; son, Wesley; and brother, Arnold. His surviving family includes sons Fred and wife, Susan, David and wife, Melinda, Grayson and wife, Kristina and daughter, Alice Langehennig and husband, Terry, sister, Anita Fleming, and sister-in-law, Dorothy Zeagler. Everett had 11 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the Mercy Ministries or First United Methodist Church of Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 25, 2012

Apr 26, 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Alma Jean Caraway Alma Jean Caraway of Monroe, a retired employee of The News-Star, died Tuesday. Services are 1:00 p.m. Thursday at Bethel Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery. Published in The News Star on April 26, 2012

Billie Crowder Funeral services for Billie Crowder, 63 of Choudrant, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday, April 25, 2012 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Bro. Dub Hatten will be officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Billie was born June 4, 1948 in Horsching, Austria and passed away Sunday, April 22, 2012 in West Monroe, LA. Billie was drafted into the United States Army during the Vietnam War and served in the 173rd Airborne Brigade. He received a Purple Heart and several other awards for his honorable service. He retired from Conway Freight and was a member of Cheniere Drew Primitive Baptist Church. Billie enjoyed the outdoors, hunting and fishing, as well as spending time with his children and grandchildren. Billie was preceded in death by his parents; Homer and Hilda Crowder. Billie was survived by his wife; Debbie Crowder; 2 sons, DaWayne Crowder and wife Laura and Greg Crowder and wife Angela; sister, Sharon Lindsay; grandchildren; Abigail Crowder, Corbin Crowder, Grace Crowder and Meredith Crowder. Pallbearers will be Roger Huckaby, Paul Newman, Bennie Folden, Larry Freeman, Donald Duncan, and Travis Barrett. Honorary pallbearers will be Five Points Hunting Club. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project or Friends of Chenault Museum. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 24, 2012

Ruth Phelps Mickel Funeral services for Mrs. Ruth Phelps Mickel, 90, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Friday, April 27, 2012, at First Presbyterian Church, where she was a longtime active member, with the Reverend Dr. Bruce K. Austin and the Reverend Dr. Allison Moody officiating. Interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Mickel passed away Wednesday, April 25, 2012. "Miss Ruth," the widow of the late Toufick "T." Mickel was born on March 8, 1922, in Gonzales, Florida, the first of five children to Ella Yount Phelps and James Cochran Phelps. Miss Ruth grew up in New Orleans where she attended the Algiers Methodist Church, graduated Magna Cum Laude from Martin Behrman High School and attended Loyola University in New Orleans. In 1939, Ruth was cast as Alexandra in the New Orleans premier of The Little Foxes, directed by Lillian Hellman herself. Upon the death of her father, Ruth went to work for Louisiana Power and Light to help her mother support her four younger siblings. During WWII Ruth began her career in radio broadcasting as a staff announcer at WDSU in New Orleans. Her early morning listeners knew her as the "Chicory Chick." In addition to reporting on items of local interest and Mardi Gras events, Ruth often interviewed noted individuals such as Liberace and General James H. "Jimmy" Doolittle. Ahead of her time as a female broadcaster, Ruth also announced sporting events such as the New Orleans Open golf tournament. She continued her radio broadcast career at WKRG in Mobile, WNOE in New Orleans and KNOE in Monroe. Ruth left her position at KNOE in 1949 to marry local businessman T. Mickel who had taken note of her pleasant voice as she broadcast "The Palace Shopper" on KNOE radio. They reared five children together. She returned to college in 1970 and received her Bachelor's Degree from Northeast Louisiana University (now ULM) in 1973. After her graduation, Miss Ruth worked as a librarian for Glenwood Hospital and for the Ouachita Parish Public Library and sold World Book Encyclopedias. She later returned to broadcasting as the Senior Reporter for KNOE-TV. In that capacity she interviewed Charlton Heston. She also worked as a docent for the Biedenharn Foundation giving tours of Elsong Gardens and The Bible Research Center. Mrs. Mickel served as President of the Georgia Tucker PTA, Worthy Grand Matron of the Louise L. McGuire Chapter of the Eastern Star, District Deputy and Poet Laureate of the Louisiana Eastern Star, President of the Women of First Presbyterian Church, and President of Church Women United. She was a member of the Social Order of the Beauceant, the De Nova Book Club, the Monroe Garden Club, the League of Women Voters, the Louisiana State Poetry Society and the American Mother's Club. In 1976, she ran for State Representative, and she was chosen as Louisiana's Mother of the year in 1995. Mrs. Mickel was preceded in death by her daughter, Martha Ann, in 1984, and her husband, T., in 1990. She is survived by her daughter, Diana Mickel Austin and son-in-law, Rev. Dr. Bruce K. Austin of McKinney, TX; her sons, Joseph Thomas Mickel, J.D. of Lafayette; Timothy Joseph Mickel, M.D., and daughter-in-law, Mrs. Stephanie Mickel of Monroe; daughter, Sarah Katherine Mickel of Bossier City; nine grandchildren: Jennifer Austin Bettis and husband, Hal Bettis, Jr.; Seth Mickel Austin and wife, Lara Austin; Thomas Joseph Mickel, Matthew Scott Mickel, Jennifer Ellen Mickel, John Timothy Mickel, Rebecca Brooks Mickel, Katherine Key Mickel, David Timothy Mickel; five great-grandchildren: Hunter, Hannah, Charlotte Ruth, and Fischer Bettis; and Benjamin Austin, as well as several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Friday from 12:00 Noon until service time at First Presbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests gifts to the Benevolence Fund of First Presbyterian Church of Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 26, 2012

Apr 27 , 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Fred Dale Becton Funeral services for Fred Dale Becton, 71 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, April 28, 2012 at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church West Monroe. Rev. Randy Burdeaux will be officiating. Interment will follow at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Fred was born April 17, 1941 in Monroe, LA and passed away April 25, 2012 in West Monroe. He retired from GM as a machine attendant and was currently working at Hixson Ford as a courtesy driver. Mr. Becton served in the United States Navy and was a member of Mt Vernon Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Amy Becton and a granddaughter, Taylor Becton. Fred was always willing to help anyone and, as a result, he made friends easily and never met a stranger. Fred is survived by his three children; Burton Becton, Mary Crouse and husband Mike and Dustin Becton and wife Nicole; 7 stepchildren; Debra Morton, Gilbert Becton, Sharon David, Randy Snodgrass, Jerry Horn, Tammy Seay and Troy Tillman; sister, Ethel Moore and husband Fred, and a brother, Frank Briggs and wife Julia; 4 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren and numerous step-grandchildren and step-great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Steven Hemphill, Brian Ray, Dewayne Saterfiel, Shane Saterfiel, Mike Crouse, Jared Saterfiel, Lance Stapleton and Mike Hargrove. Honorary pallbearers will be Tommy Pouland, Walter Stapleton, Briggs Becton and John Earl Becton. Visitation will be held Friday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 27, 2012

Sondra McCrary Clark Funeral services for Sondra McCrary Clark will be held on Saturday, April 28, 2012 at 10:00 AM at Temple Baptist Church in Ruston, Louisiana. Officiating will be Reverend David Hastings. Interment will follow at Pines Memorial under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston. Sondra McCrary Clark was born on January 20, 1947 in Kilgore, Texas. She died on April 21, 2012 as the result of a tragic automobile accident. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 45 years, Layne Andrew Clark, Sr.; her sons, Layne Andrew Clark, Jr. and Cullen McCrary Clark; her daughters-in-law, Lisa Porter Clark and Katie Best Clark; her grandchildren, Layne Andrew Clark III, Chloe Elizabeth Clark, Cullen McCrary Clark, Jr. and Anna Kate Clark; her brother, Jerry McCrary and wife, Donna; and her sister, Charlotte McCrary Riddell and husband, Tom. Sondra also leaves her special friends, the Ya-Ya's. She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Mr. and Mrs. Wiley Eugene McCrary. Sondra graduated from Louisiana Tech University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Journalism. She lived in Ruston all of her adult life and adored the town, the surrounding area and the many friends she made throughout the years. Sondra was an avid reader all of her life. She also enjoyed movies, crossword puzzles, needlework, entertaining and baking. Her family and friends reveled in her wonderful cookies, candies, cakes and breads. Sondra also loved to travel and visited 47 states and Europe with her sister-in-law and dear friends. Her greatest joys on this earth were her relationships with others. She was a cherished daughter and wife, a devoted mother, a loving sister, a doting grandmother and a loyal friend. Sondra was an active Christian who sought to serve God in all endeavors. As a breast cancer survivor, she worked tirelessly for the American Cancer Society and assisted others in their personal battles against cancer. Charitable work was always a priority. She supported many charities including DART, the Methodist Children's Home and Easter Seals. She and her husband also supported many local and international Christian missions. Her love of baking grew into a ministry of its own. After so many did so much for her when she was fighting cancer, she was determined to give something back. After her recovery, she began baking loaves of banana bread for all the people she visited. Her "Banana Bread Ministry" touched many, bringing love and encouragement to those who were sick, lonely or grieving. Pallbearers will be F. J. Armond, Clark Canterbury, Bobbie Clark, Wes Clark, Hollis Downs, Jerry Houston, and Jeremy Tate. Visitation will be held at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston on Friday April 27, 2012 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM. In Lieu of flowers the family requests that charitable donations be made to the American Cancer Society , the Alzheimer's Association or the charity of one's choice . Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Published in The News Star on April 27, 2012

Colleen Moore Hendrix Ezell Funeral services for Colleen Ezell, 83, of Cadeville, LA, will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, April 28, 2012 at Clark Springs Baptist Church, West Monroe. Interment will follow at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens, West Monroe, LA. Rev. Mickey Hudnall, Rev. Lance Otwell and Rev. Tony Cassels will be officiating under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Ezell was born July 30, 1928 in Friendship, LA and passed away April 25, 2012 in Cadeville, LA. She was a member of Clark Springs Baptist Church West Monroe, and was a retired LPN nurse at St. Francis Hospital. She was preceded in death by her husband, James K. Ezell, Sr., a son, William Benjamin Ezell; brother, Marshall Hendrix. Mrs. Ezell is survived by her sons; Warren Ezell and wife Kay, Wiley Ezell and wife Sherri, and James Ezell Jr.; daughter; Berna E. Scott and husband Theron; brother, Warren Hendrix and a sister, Betty Albritton; granddaughters, Meranda Ezell, Kristin G. Hattaway and Terri Lee Sullivan; grandsons; Jarrod Golson, Benny Ezell and David Ezell; granddaughter, Stacie Silman and grandson, Tyler Farnell; 9 great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Jarrod Golson, Benny Ezell, David Ezell, Shane Hattaway, Tyler Farnell and Scott Sullivan. The family wishes to thank her "special" neighbors, community and Premier Hospice for their loving care. Visitation will be held Friday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 27, 2012

Wilfred R. Matheny 2 Timothy Chapter 4 verse 7 I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept my faith. Funeral services for W. R. Matheny, 90 of Calhoun are at 11:00 AM, Saturday, April 28, 2012 in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Interment follows at Roselawn Memorial Gardens Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. In loving honor - Wilfred R. Matheny entered into the presence of his Lord on April 25, 2012 at his home in El Dorado, AR. He was born November 27, 1921 in Clarks, LA. W.R. served in the Marine Corp from 1940 to 1946. For his services he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal, Prisoner of War Medal, Marine Corp Good Conduct Medal, American Defense Medal, Asiatic- Pacific Campaign Medal, and WWII Victory Medal. He was also awarded the Purple Heart May 6, 2003 for service to his country in WWII and for surviving 3 ½ years from 1942 to 1945 as a POW of the Japanese. W.R. also received a letter from President Truman expressing his gratitude as Commander in Chief for his services and sacrifice overseas. He continued his services in the POW chapter as commander until it closed in 2010. He was preceded in death by his wife Clara Mae Matheny, son Roy Wayne Matheny and brothers, Pete Matheny, William (Bill) Matheny, Clarence Matheny and Wyley Deloach. Those left to cherish his memories include brother, Bob Matheny, Curtis Matheny; sister, Maxine Jenkins, Peggy Savignol, Jeanette Mathes; daughter; Margaret Groves and husband Charlie; grandsons; Scott Jerry, Steven Jerry and Mark Jerry, Charles David Groves, Edward Wayne Groves; granddaughter, Ryan Guinn Hinkie and many great-grandchildren. Visitation is Friday, April 27, 2012 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 27, 2012

Yvonne Defee Stokes Funeral services for Yvonne Defee Stokes, 74, of Sterlington, will be held at 2:00 PM Friday, April 27, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Elder Derrell Holland and Rev. Jerry Fletcher officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Stokes passed away Wednesday, April 25, 2012, at St. Francis Medical Center. She was a member of Spencer Baptist Church and enjoyed racing, yard work, and her family. But most of all she loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mrs. Stokes was preceded in death by her parents, Archie and Geraldine Defee; and brother, G. W. Defee. Survivors include her husband of 58 years, Sidney Stokes; daughter, Patricia Holland and husband Derrell of Sterlington; son, Dennis Stokes of Rayville; four grandchildren, Shelley Kelly, Denni Stokes, Addie Stokes, and Emma Stokes; two great grandchildren, Nick Nale and Nate Snowdy; and two nieces. Pallbearers will be Charles Thomas, Jimmy Hollis, Burl McGee, Billy Spencer, Gary Dunham, and Joe Johnson. Honorary pallbearers will be Freddie Cook, Brandon Albritton, and Glen Smithwick. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 27, 2012

Apr 28, 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Martha Woolley Breard Martha Woolley Breard, 94, a long-time resident of Monroe, LA, passed away Monday, April 23, 2012, in Baton Rouge, LA. We celebrate her life on this Earth as wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother. While we mourn her death we rejoice knowing we will see her again in the presence of our God. She is survived by two sons, Charles and daughter-in-law Peggy Breard of Baton Rouge, LA and James of Slidell, LA; 7 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Trouard A. Breard, and two sons, Angelus and Steve. Private services will be held April 28 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in Monroe, LA. Interment will follow at St. Matthew's Cemetery. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star from April 27 to April 28, 2012

David Gary Burkett Funeral services for David Gary Burkett, age 61, of Monroe, Louisiana will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, April 29, 2012, at St. Paul's Methodist Church in Monroe, Louisiana with Rev. J. Roddy Taylor officiating. Visitation will be Saturday, April 28, 2012, at Mulhearn Funeral Home on Highway 165 N, Monroe, from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM. David was born in Johnstown, PA on October 19, 1950 to Donald Ray Burkett and Nina Jane Burkett. He passed away in Monroe, LA on April 26, 2012, after a courageous battle with leukemia. David spent his early years in Johnstown, PA. Being the son of a schoolteacher who stressed education, he gave up his dream of playing professional baseball at his mother's urging and pursued a medical degree. That decision would define the remainder of his life. Mothers truly do know best as being a physician was his destiny. He received his B.S. in Biochemistry from Albright College in Reading, PA in 1972. He graduated from Hahnemann University in Philadelphia, PA in June of 1976. After graduating medical school, David joined the United States Air Force which took him to Wilford Hall Medical Center in San Antonio, Texas in 1976. His superior training in the Air Force from 1976 to 1982 prepared him for the career that was to come. Board certified in internal medicine, he began his career in emergency department medicine but soon shifted to pursuing Cardiovascular Medicine. He returned to school at the University of Massachusetts in Worcester, MS and UCLA School of Medicine in Long Beach, CA where he was trained in interventional cardiology from 1985 to 1988. After completing his training, he moved to Monroe, Louisiana in 1988 becoming the first interventional cardiologist in this area. While he was afflicted with many health conditions, first cervical spine stenosis in 1996 and then myelodysplasia in 2010, both of which affected his mobility, his drive and ambition always sustained. When his physical limitations interfered with his ability to provide interventional cardiac care, he propelled himself into the newest diagnostic modality of cardiac computed tomography. He faced adversity with a strong Christian faith even though the odds were against him always stating that he "had not yet begun to fight." His greatest love was his family and his patients. He was a truly caring and compassionate human being and had everything required to be a great physician. He was born with innate knowledge which only expanded with years. He prided himself on the care he delivered to each and every patient. His motto was "treat every patient as if they were family." He sacrificed so many things to ensure that his patients were properly cared for. He displayed these traits in both his professional and personal life. His family always came first. Nobody in the family ever had to worry because David would ensure that all needs were met. His care, compassion, and extraordinary medical care is validated by his patients, many of whom he has cared for since his arrival to Monroe in 1988. Through thick and thin and in sickness and in health, he had developed a sort of marriage with his patients, which they and their family will never forget. David saved many, helped many, and comforted even more. His life will be remembered and celebrated by many for years to come. As a father of four, and grandfather of eight, he was the greatest ever imaginable. He provided unconditional love to all and family was the most important aspect of his life always. He was the rock and guiding light of his family forever stressing education, compassion, and leading a Christian life. Left to honor his memory is his loving wife, Judy Isley Burkett; children, David Scott Burkett and wife, Ashley Burkett, of Monroe, LA, Laurie Burkett Smiley and her husband, Shane Smiley, of Monroe, LA, Courtney Burkett Schindler and her husband, Kevin Schindler, of San Antonio, Texas, and Brittany Colleen Burkett, of San Marcos, Texas; grandchildren, Taylor Alexis Smiley, Katherine Elizabeth Burkett, Camille Claire Burkett, Ella Scott Burkett, Marshall Henry Burkett, Benjamin David Burkett, all of Monroe, Louisiana, Madison Grace Schindler and Sophie Rose Schindler, of San Antonio, Texas; Uncle Philip Cook of Loysville, PA; and a host of cousins and relatives in Pennsylvania. His parents, Donald Ray and Nina Jane Burkett; grandparents, William and Beatrice Varner Himes, Gary and Bessie Burkett; Aunt Joyce Cook; and Uncle William Hines, III preceded him in death. Pallbearers will be Prentice Norred, David I. Burkett, Rick Pettis, Karl Kaufman, Beau Roberson, Brandon Huff, Bryan Adams, and William Harris. Honorary pallbearers are Sonny Sumlin, Doug Cook, Gus Campbell, Carl Aron, Mark Cook, and Tom Cook. A special thanks is given to his office staff who are loved like family and the nursing staff of the CCU at St. Francis Hospital. "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the good race, I have kept the faith. " 2 Timothy 4:7 "Well done, good and faithful servant!" Matthew 25:23 Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 28, 2012

James Clyde McDaniel Funeral services for James Clyde McDaniel, 93, of Calhoun, LA, will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, April 29, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Rev. Neil Everett and Buddy Milstead officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Mr. McDaniel was born on October 19, 1918 and passed away on April 26, 2012 in West Monroe. He was a decorated veteran of the United States Army serving as a combat medic with the 42nd portable surgical hospital in China, Burma and India. Following the end of WWII, Mr. McDaniel operated a general contracting business for many years. Mr. McDaniel was a member of Downsville Masonic Lodge #43. He is preceded in death by his wife Rejohnia McDaniel; parents, Cleve McDaniel and Clara Belle Foster McDaniel; brothers, Charles and Harold McDaniel; and sister Elaine Cox. Survivors include sister-in-laws, Margie McDaniel and Ann Clark; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until service time Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 28, 2012

Gary L. Wright, Sr. Funeral services for Gary L. Wright, Sr. age 56 of Harrisonburg will be held 2pm Monday April 30, 2012 from the sanctuary of the Harrisonburg United Pentecostal Church with Rev. David Bailey and Rev. Jason Paul officiating. Interment will follow in the Tidwell Landing Cemetery at Sharptown, LA. Visitation will be on Sunday evening April 29, at the church in Harrisonburg from 4pm until 9pm. Gary Lavon Wright, Sr. was born on October 9, 1955 at Jena, LA to the union of his parents Connie Lee Wright and Mildred Armite Huffman Wright. He passed from this life on April 27, 2012 at the Lasalle General Hospital in Jena. Mr. Wright was preceded in death by his parents, and by his son Gary L. Wright, Jr and his brother L. C. Wright. Gary was a member of the Harrisonburg United Pentecostal Church, a member of the Harrisonburg Masonic Lodge # 110, and worked in Law Enforcement most of his life. He had served Catahoula Parish as a Police Juror, and was Fire Chief of Harrisonburg. He also owned and operated Gary Wright Bail Bonds. Survivors include his wife Mrs. Cynthia A. Wright of Harrisonburg; his son, Charles A. Wright and wife Laurie of Arabi, LA; his daughter, Brandi Jenkins and husband Billy of Dallas, Texas; step-son, Thomas Teabout of Bay St. Louis, Mississippi; and his step-daughter, Suzanne Fouasnon and husband Michael, of Bay St. Louis, Mississippi. He also leaves four sisters, Nedra Boothe , Janice Wright- Boothe, and Linda Gayle Wright, all of Harrisonburg; and Bonnie Gunn of Sugarland, Texas; and his beloved grandchildren; Cynthia Fouasnon, Amanda Fouasnon, Jessica Teabout, Samantha Fouasnon, Christian Wright, Caitlin Wright, and Ian Jenkins. Pallbearers include Barry Boothe, Tommy Mayo, Hawk Holloway, Billy Glen Floyd, Jr., Richard Otero, and Gregory Poole. Honorary pallbearers include Billy Floyd, Sr., James Deville, Pete Tolar, Paul Blunsch, and men of Harrisonburg United Pentecostal Church. Online registry/ condolences: riserfuneralhomes.com Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Published in The News Star on April 29, 2012

Apr 29, 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Teresa Lynn Purdy Bush Teresa Lynn Purdy Bush passed away on Friday, April 27, 2012 at the age of 63. She was born in Monroe, raised in Calhoun, LA and a resident of Kenner for the past 21 years. She was a graduate of Northeast Louisiana University in Monroe. She was a dedicated educator in classroom and in pupil appraisal. Teresa was a wonderful wife and mother. Beloved wife of Thomas R. Bush. Mother of Amy Simmons (Brian) and Andrew Bush (Wilma) Daughter of the late James V. Purdy and Vera Weems Purdy Russell. Step-daughter of the late John Walker Russell. Sister of Dorothy Dupree and the late James V. Purdy, Jr. Step-sister of Bobby Russell, Elaine Ables, Lorraine Otwell, Grace Barnes, Gladies Spurlock and Herece McMullen. Grandmother of Elise and Drew Simmons, and Sofia Bush. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Service in the Chapel of the Kenner Funeral Home of L. A. Muhleisen & Son, 2607 Williams Blvd. on Monday, April 30, 2012 at 3:30 PM. Visitation will begin at 1:30 PM. A Graveside Service will be held in Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Calhoun, LA on Tuesday, May 1, 2012 at 2:30 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to American Cancer Society , 2605 River Rd., New Orleans, LA 70121. To view or sign the online guest book, please visit www.muhleisen.com L.A. Muhleisen & Son Funeral Home Kenner, LA Published in The News Star on April 29, 2012

James Ernest Mulhern, Sr. Funeral Services for James Ernest Mulhern, Sr., 72, of Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM Monday, April 30, 2012 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe with Dr. Alan Miller and Rev. Jon Tellifero officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Mulhern died April 27, 2012 in Monroe, LA. He served 11 years in the United States Air Force, two years in Okinawa and one year in Vietnam. He was very active in his church serving with the television ministry and enjoyed televising West Monroe High School football through the same ministry. He enjoyed spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Linda Womack Mulhern; children, Jennifer Mulhern Bass, Jay Mulhern and his wife Deanna, David Mulhern and his wife Amy, and Laura Mulhern; four grandchildren, Brian Bass, Trey Mulhern, John Mulhern, and Jaxon Mulhern; sisters-in-law, Sara Swift, Anita Breen; brother-in-law, Jimmy Womack and his wife Nita Rae. Pallbearers will be Rusty Grant, Bruce Garner, James Green, Brian Ringo, Jerry Roark, and Ben Shockley. Honorary Pallbearers will be Bill Arrington, Bob Lewter, Joel Jones, J.W. Warden and Gordon Kenwright. Visitation will be 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM Sunday, April 29, 2012 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to your favorite charity . Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 29, 2012

Amanda Price Funeral services for Amanda Price, 77, will be held 3:00 PM Sunday, April 29, 2012, in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe with Bill Schooley officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Price was born October 10, 1934 in St. Joseph, LA and passed away on April 26, 2012 in West Monroe. She was a faithful member of Bawcomville Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leroy Price, Jr. Surviving Mrs. Price are daughter Terri Hendrix and husband Kenneth; sons, Leroy Price III and William Price; grandchildren Crista Sims, Michele Brasher, Pamela Hendrix, Caleb Price and James Price; 8 great-grandchildren; brothers, David Hornsby and wife Joyce, Torris Hornsby and wife Dowan; sisters Eula Hern and husband Clyde, Ida Herrington, and Brenda Darden. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until time of service at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 29, 2012

Amanda Price Visit Guest Book Amanda Price Funeral services for Amanda Price, 77, will be held 3:00 PM Sunday, April 29, 2012, in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe with Bill Schooley officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Price was born October 10, 1934 in St. Joseph, LA and passed away on April 26, 2012 in West Monroe. She was a faithful member of Bawcomville Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by her husband, Leroy Price, Jr. Surviving Mrs. Price are daughter Terri Hendrix and husband Kenneth; sons, Leroy Price III and William Price; grandchildren Crista Sims, Michele Brasher, Pamela Hendrix, Caleb Price and James Price; 8 great-grandchildren; brothers, David Hornsby and wife Joyce, Torris Hornsby and wife Dowan; sisters Eula Hern and husband Clyde, Ida Herrington, and Brenda Darden. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until time of service at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 29, 2012

Apr 30, 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Jerry Allen Graham Graveside funeral services for Jerry Allen Graham age 83 of Olla will be held 12:00 PM Noon Tuesday May 1, 2012 at the Urania Cemetery at Urania under direction of Riser Funeral Home of Olla. Visitation will be on Monday evening at the funeral home located at 4823 Main Street 165, Olla; from 4pm until 8pm, and again on Tuesday from 8am until 11:30am. Jerry Allen Graham was born on April 24, 1929 at Urania to the union of his parents Ted Graham and Pauline Holloway Graham. He passed from this life on Sunday April 29, 2012 at his residence in Olla. Mr. Graham was preceded in death by his parents, and was a member of the Urania Methodist Church. He was a United States Marine Corp Veteran of the Korean Conflict, where he received numerous medals for his bravery and valor, including the Purple Heart. He was a lifetime member of the National rifle Association, the Single Shot Association, and was a Riflesmith. Survivors include his good friends, Gary Barbo and wife Gale of Olla, Kimber Barbo, Allen Barbo, Danny Corley, and Mike Corley, and numerous others friends in the Urania, Olla area. Online registry/ condolences: riserfuneralhomes.com Riser Funeral Home Olla, Louisiana Published in The News Star from April 30 to May 1, 2012

Mildred Marie (Nonnie) Keith Mildred Marie (Nonnie) Keith passed away April 27, 2012 in Birmingham, Alabama. Graveside services will be performed 2:00 PM Tuesday, May 1, 2012, at Mulhearn Memorial Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Mrs. Keith was born March 4, 1927, in York, Alabama and then moved to Clarks, Louisiana where she met her future husband, Jimmy, as he played professional baseball after the end of World War II. Mrs. Keith was a long time resident of Monroe, Louisiana before moving to Gonzales, Louisiana with her husband James W. Keith. Nonnie, as her eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren affectionately called her, was a mother to four boys - William W. (Bill), James D. (Dick), Michael R. and Dennis E. Keith. After raising her sons she was employed and retired from Northeast Louisiana University (ULM) where she was assistant manager of the campus bookstore. She spent most of her retirement years enjoying their camp on Lake D'Arbonne near Farmerville, Louisiana. She eventually moved to Gonzales to be near her sons. Mrs. Keith, a member of Ascension Baptist Church, was a long time member of College Place Baptist Church in Monroe. Mrs. Keith was preceded in death by her husband, James W. Keith, her father William W. Rodgers, her mother Vina Rodgers, her brothers William Rodgers, Warren Rodgers, and Lawrence Rodgers, and her sister Kathleen Chavis. Survivors include her sons William W. (Karen) Keith, Birmingham, Alabama; James D. (Beth) Keith, Lady Lake, Florida; Michael R. (Cindy) Keith, Gonzales, Louisiana; and Dennis E. (Cathy) Keith, Gonzales, Louisiana; her brother Joe Rodgers, West Monroe, Louisiana and her sister Hazel Wallace of Monroe, Louisiana; eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. The family invites friends and family for a visitation Monday, April 30th, 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe located at 1200 Lamy Lane, Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on April 30, 2012

Robert " Bert " Murphy Funeral services for Robert " Bert " Murphy age 75 of Columbia will be held 2pm Tuesday May 1, 2012 from the sanctuary of Bethany Baptist Church with Rev. Ed. Smith and Rev. Brian Rankin officiating. Interment with full military honors will follow in the Bethany Cemetery under direction of Riser Funeral Home of Columbia. Visitation will be on Monday evening April 30 at the Bethany Baptist Church from 5pm until 8pm. Robert " Bert " Murphy was born on October 26, 1936 at Rayville, LA to the union of his parents Charlie Murphy and Virginia Platt Murphy. He passed from this life on Saturday April 28, 2012 following an extended illness. He was preceded in death by his parents and by 3 brothers Charles Murphy, Lonnie Murphy, David Murphy and two sisters, Betty Garner and Ouida Murphy. He was a United States Air Force Veteran having served twenty five years, and a member of the Bethany Baptist Church. He served as a minister for forty years in California, Oregon, and Montana. His grandchildren were the light of his life and he loved to fish. Those left to cherish his memory include, his beloved wife of fifty two years, Lavada McLemore Murphy of Columbia; his son, Bobby Murphy, Jr. and friend Debra Hernandez, of Houston, Texas; and daughter Sandy Farrell and husband Andrew of Hot Springs, South Dakota. He also leaves his beloved grandchildren Adam Staeben, Matthew Staeben, Gracie Farrell, Chris Murphy, Karilyn Murphy, and Billy Murphy; and a host of nieces and nephews. Online registry/ condolences: riserfuneralhomes.com Riser Funeral Home 7131 U S Highway 165 Columbia, LA 71418 Published in The News Star on April 30, 2012

Cona S. Spillers Funeral services for Cona S. Spillers, 97, of Spencer, LA, will be held at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, May 1, 2012 at Spencer Baptist Church with Rev. Terry Ganey and Rev, Jerry Fletcher officiating. Burial will follow at Liberty Cemetery in Linville, LA. Visitation will be Monday, April 30, 2012 at Spencer Baptist Church from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Cona was born on September 22, 1914 in Linville, LA and passed away on April 27, 2012 at St Francis Medical Center in Monroe, LA after a brief illness. He graduated from Linville High School and attended Ouachita Parish Jr. College in Monroe, LA for one year. On July 19,1934, he married Lois Brasher, who was his loving wife for almost 78 years. He worked in the gas field in different capacities until his retirement at the age of 63. In addition to his primary work, he was also a community leader, who was kind, fair, and never met a stranger. He was dedicated to making Union Parish a better place to live. During a long life of accomplishments, some of the more notable were: As a Police Juror for 5 consecutive terms, from 1956-1976, he was instrumental in paving 60 miles of parish roads. He was one of three members of the building committee that led to the formation of the Union Parish Courthouse. He was chairman of the Union Parish Wildlife Committee, and from 1966-1976 was board member and President of the Union Parish Community Action Association. He served on the board of the North Delta Regional Planning and Development District, Inc., an organization that worked to expand the economic growth in North Louisiana. He was a faithful member of Spencer Baptist Church and served as a deacon for over 50 years. These accomplishments led to a Recognition of Lifetime Achievement award by the Union Parish Police Jury. Cona also helped create the Spencer-West Sterlington Fire District and in 2007, he was honored as the Union Parish citizen of the Year for his many years of public service. He was a life member of the NRA, an organization he was proud to be associated with. He loved nature, the outdoors, hunting and fishing his entire life. In his later years, he was an avid deer hunter, killing his last deer, a seven point buck, at the age of 96. He was an incredible son, husband, and father. He is survived by his wife Lois B. Spillers and daughter Sherry A. Spillers of Spencer. daughter-in-law Caroline Spillers of Batesville, AR, grandsons Kevin Spillers and wife Kelly of Chicago, IL and Chris Spillers and wife Carla of Rogers, AR, great grandchildren Amber, Jordan, Tyler, Dexter, Mason, and Fletcher Spillers, niece Betty Owen Snell and husband Jasper Snell, Jr., who were also hunting partners, and numerous great nieces and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents W. H. and Martha Spillers and his beloved son Ronnie Spillers. He also was preceded in death recently by Little Spence, his loving cat of 16 years. Pallbearers will be Charles Thomas, Mike Jones, Ronnie Jones, Dave Garris, Keith Laster, and, Joe Wheeler. Honorary pallbearers are Jasper Snell, Jr., Les Parks, John E. Parks, Jimmy Hollis, and Glenn Ham. A special thanks is given to the nursing staff at SFMC who were compassionate and caring and to the friends and family members who visited and offered support during a difficult time. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on April 30, 2012

Willie Etha Harris Spillers Funeral services for Mrs. Willie Etha Harris Spillers, age 88, of Choudrant, LA will be held 2:30 PM, Tuesday, May 1, 2012 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in Ruston. Interment will follow in Beulah Cemetery in Calhoun, LA. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Monday, April 30, 2012 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston, LA. Mrs. Spillers was born in Choudrant, LA on April 16, 1924 and died on April 28, 2012 in West Monroe, LA. She was a member of Choudrant United Methodist Church. Mrs. Spillers enjoyed quilting and was a member of North Louisiana Quilting Guild. She is preceded in death by her husband Hollis Lamoin Spillers and grandson Eric Britt. She is survived by her son, William L. Spillers and wife Nell of West Monroe, LA; daughters, Edna Green and husband Willard Irving of Shreveport, LA and Kathy Britt and husband Don of West Monroe, LA; five grandsons; three granddaughters; twenty-five great grandchildren; and two great great grandchildren. Pallbearers and honorary pallbearers will be grandchildren and great grandchildren. Memorials may be made to Beulah Cemetery Fund or a Children's Home of your choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Published in The News Star on April 30, 2012