Obituaries - July 2012

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

James Monroe Bowen Funeral services for James Monroe Bowen of Bastrop, LA, born October 17, 1928 in Marion, LA, are scheduled for 2:00 PM, Monday, July 2, 2012, at Greenacres Baptist Church with Bro. Chad Ballard, Bro. Gerald Gates, and Bro. Doug Hughes officiating. Mr. Bowen was a retired employee of International Paper Company with 41 years of service. He was a longtime member of Greenacres Baptist Church and a 32 degree Mason. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Lula (Tennie) Bowen; brother, Benjamin (Buddy) Bowen; sons, Terry Bowen and wife Patricia of Bastrop, LA, Randy Bowen and wife Brenda of Bastrop, LA; daughters, Jo Lynn Denton and husband Eddie of Mer Rouge, LA, Tonya Wilson and husband Mike of Gardendale, AL; grandchildren, Christy Thompson, Mia Rayborn and husband Nathan, Stephen Bowen and wife Ramona, Laura Phillips and husband Andrew, Mary Ellen Bowen, James David Bowen, Melissa Hughes and husband Doug, Alex McQuillin, Landon Adams and girlfriend Holly Counts, James Denton and wife Rebecca, Mike Denton; great grandchildren, Morgan Thompson, Hunter Rayborn, Haylie Rayborn, Taylor Mason, Kristen Bowen, Lane Bowen, Garrett Phillips, Mallory Phillips, Declan Hughes, Evan Hughes, Ben Denton, Megan Denton, Jenna Denton, Tiger Denton, Bryn Denton; great great grandchildren, Alaina Reppond, Alexis Reppond; and close friend, Ina Crow. Mr. Bowen is preceded in death by his parents, David and Golma Bowen, and brother, Jimmy Dale Bowen. Pallbearers are Stephen Bowen, James David Bowen, Andrew Phillips, Nathan Rayborn, Alex McQuillin, and Landon Adams. Honorary pallbearers are Hunter Rayborn, Lane Bowen, Garrett Phillips, John T. Crow, Mikie Barmore, Danny Barmore, and Dr. Carter Cox. Visitation will be held Sunday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Golden Funeral Home. Our Father, Papaw, and Friend is in Heaven with our Lord Jesus. Golden Funeral Home of Bastrop, LLC, Bastrop, LA Published in The News Star on July 1, 2012

Our Friend John W. "Sugar Bear" Gibson Jr. Memorial services for Mr. John W. Gibson, 60, of Pineville are incomplete at this time under the direction of Forest Lawn Funeral Home Pineville and Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe. Johnny was born in Orange, Texas on October 10, 1951 to the union of Rev. John W. and Ela Lenard Gibson and passed from this life on Saturday Morning June 30, 2012 in Kinder, Louisiana after a sudden illnesss. John was instramental in our funeral business at Griffin funeral Home and Forest Lawn in Pineville and co-founder of Simply Cremations of West Monroe. John was Vice-President of Public Relations for Forest Lawn Funeral Home. We loved John dearly and he adopted us as his family and he will be missed greatly. John was slow to anger and fast to defend the ones he loved, always offering everyone a word of encouragement with his "it will be ok, you can't out give God" Survived by his feline campion Dutches and adopted family, brother, Mike Clark of Winnsboro, brother and sister, Kenneth Griffin and Glenda Meissner of West Monroe, brother and daughter, Trevis and Michelle Wheeling of West Monroe, sister, Stephanie Hattaway of Choudrant, Lifetime friend Lynn Emerson of Orange, TX; and the staff of Comer Funeral Home; Griffin funeral Home; Forest Lawn Funeral Home. Memorial preferred to any Society for Cats. Online condolences can be made at www.forestlawn-pineville.com or www.griffinfuneralhome.net Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 1, 2012

Mildred (Millie) Carolyn Phillips Mildred (Millie) Carolyn Phillips was born in Monroe, Louisiana February 2, 1923, the daughter of the late Paul Keller, Sr. and Leonora Kirsch Keller, and passed away June 7, 2012 in Richardson, Texas, surrounded by loving family and friends. Mildred was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, James Roark Phillips Sr., and children , Charles Edward Phillips and John Paul Phillips. She was a graduate of Louisiana State University, a lifelong Kappa Delta member and had a long career as an elementary school and Special Education Teacher. Millie was a long time member of the Richardson Women's Club, was active and enjoyed her quilting and book clubs, and was an avid Bridge player. She was a founding member of St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church in Richardson, as well as teaching there during its early years. Mildred or Millie, as she was known to all, is survived by daughter, Mildred (Midge)Keller Claiborne of Houston, sons James Roark Phillips, Jr. and Lee Phillips from Richardson, and son Michael Phillips of Houston, along with grandchildren Courtney, Adam and Amanda Claiborne, Darren Phillips, Coby Phillips, Meagan Phillips, Katie and Jimmy Phillips, great grandchildren Tyler Nicole Phillips, Graham Claiborne, and Chandler Martinez. She will be missed greatly by her many friends and relatives, everyone that knew Millie loved her. A Memorial Liturgy to celebrate her life will be held on July 7, 2012 at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church, 720 Floyd Rd. Richardson, Texas 75090, at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the St. Paul Building Fund. Published in The News Star on July 1, 2012

Johnnie Ruth Savage Reeves Jonesboro, LA, Funeral Services for Johnnie Ruth Savage Reeves will be held at Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro, Monday, July 2 at 10 A.M. and her burial will be at 2 P.M. at Fairview Cemetery in Marion, LA the same afternoon with Rev. Malcolm Self, Father Mike Maxwell, and Jerry Tettleton officiating. Mrs. Reeves was born on October 19, 1923 in Jonesboro, LA and died on June 29, 2012. She is preceded in death by her parents, Ella Ruth Moffett Savage and John Wesley Savage, a son Rodney Dean Reeves, and her loving husband of 69 years, Ira Dean Reeves. She is survived by two sons; Alden Reeves and wife Adrane of Shreveport, LA, Ted Reeves and wife Ann of Jonesboro, LA; six grandchildren, Amy Reeves, Bo Reeves, Andy Reeves and wife Kylie, Katie Reeves, Chad Powell and wife Kacey, and Clay Powell and wife Brittany; eight great-grandchildren, Cody, Casey, and Colton Gordon, Drew Reeves, Alden Ann Reeves, Kaden McNaughton, Tessa Kate Reeves, and Smith Powell. Mrs. Reeves is also survived by a sister Oleta Haile, and a brother, John Savage. Mrs. Reeves spent much of her life working as a teller at the Jackson Parish Bank where she loved seeing her co-workers and making new friends each day. She enjoyed fishing, bowling, and outings with her family. She especially loved watching her sons, Alden and Ted play ball. She and Ira were always together and we know she is happy to be with him again! Pallbearers will be Andy Reeves, Bo Reeves, Chad Powell, Casey Gordon, Colton Gordon, Cody Gordon, Clay Powell, and Ricky McBride. Honorary pallbearer will be Rusty Haile. You may send condolences and view our website at www.edmondsfuneralhome.com. Published in The News Star on July 1, 2012

O.G. Wynn, Jr O.G. Wynn, Jr. was born on June 12, 1918, in Prescott, Arkansas and passed to be in the presence of Jesus on June 30, 2012 at the age of 94 at Carpenter House in Baton Rouge. He was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Lillian, and was a resident of Baton Rouge after her passing. O.G. served his country in the 17th Airborne Division, the 82nd Airborne Division and the 101st Airborne Division of the United States Army, earning campaign stars for the Ardennes, Rhineland, Central Europe and the Spearhead for Airborne Rhine Crossing, having crossed the Rhine River in a glider as part of Operation Varsity. He was awarded the Bronze Star for his bravery under direct fire from the enemies of our freedom. He was discharged from the Army as a Sergeant Major in the 101st Airborne Division. He recorded his was experiences in a book, A Soldier of the Post. During his professional life he worked in the construction industry and also as a draftsman, working for the Peck Lumber Company in Sicily Island, Louisiana, and Jordan, Kaiser, and Sessions Civil Engineers in Natchez, Mississippi. Numerous buildings and other construction projects throughout Louisiana and Mississippi mark his achievements. O.G. is survived by his son, James Howard Wynn, Sr. and his wife Gloria, a grandson, James Howard Wynn, Jr. and his wife Brandi, two great-grandchildren, Landen and Nadia Wynn, and two step great-grandchildren, Destinee' and Kameron Arnold, all of Baton Rouge. Funeral services will be held under the direction of Rabenhorst Funeral Home at Blackwater United Methodist Church on Monday, July 2, 2012 at 10am, conducted by Reverend Linda Hagan. Graveside services will be held at the Old Jena Cemetery in Jena, Louisiana on Tuesday, July 3, 2012 at 10:00 AM, conducted by Reverend Kenneth Hoots. Rabenhorst Funeral Home Baton Rouge, LA Published in The News Star on July 1, 2012

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

Leola Bagwell Pardue Funeral services for Leola Bagwell Pardue, age 92, of Downsville, LA., will be held at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, July 3, 2012, at Holmesville Baptist Church in Downsville with Bro. Jerry T. Whitman officiating. Burial will follow at the church cemetery. Visitation will be held Monday, July 2, 2012, from 6:00 PM until Tuesday, July 3, 2012, at 8:00 AM at her residence, 346 Pardue Road, in Downsville, LA., and Tuesday from 9:00 AM until time of service at the church under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mrs. Pardue was born on August 14, 1919, and passed away on June 30, 2012, after a brief illness. She was a member of Holmesville Baptist Church and was Head of the Church Fellowship Committee for many years. She was still serving in love as a prayer warrior, homemaker, and cook for the community. She is preceded in death by her husband, Hershel Edward Pardue Sr., and her grandchildren, Porcia Pardue and Andrew King. She is survived by her son Hershel Edward "Butch" Pardue and wife Elaine of Downsville, LA; daughter, Lou Pardue King and husband Billy of Downsville, LA; grandchildren: Shannon Pardue and wife Rachette of Ruston, LA; Troy Pardue and wife Linda of Downsville, LA; Angie King Borden and husband Clay of Ruston, LA; Amanda King McDaniel and husband Josh of Downsville, LA; great- grandchildren Justin and Rachel Pardue, Chase, Noah and Grace Borden; sister, Marvell Busby of Bernice, LA; adopted by love: Bro. Jerry T. Whitman, Randy Harvey, Ralph Provost, Kenny Bowen, Valerie Kennedy, nurse Kerri Price; and a host of nieces, nephews, neighbors, and friends. Pallbearers will be Josh McDaniel, Troy Pardue, Shannon Pardue, Chase Borden, Noah Borden, Justin Pardue, Ralph Provost, and Randy Harvey. Honorary Pallbearers will be Kenny Bowen, Bob Tom Riser, Bo Cox, Charles Welch, Vernard Snearly, and Clay Borden. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on July 2, 2012

Bonnie Lee Hagarman Allen Peel Funeral services for Bonnie Lee Hagarman Allen Peel will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 3, 2012, at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in Ruston, Louisiana with Rev. Frank Folino, OFM, presiding. Burial will follow at St. Lucy Cemetery in Hodge, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston, LA. The family will receive friends at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston on Monday, July 2, 2012, from 4:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. A rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. Mrs. Peel was born March 31, 1932, in Hubbard, Ohio, to Harry and Edith Hagarman. She is survived by her children Christie Weeks and husband Bill of Jonesboro; C. H. "Chuck" Allen and wife Kathy of Chatham; Donald J. "D.J."Allen and wife Sandy of Ruston; and Richard S. Allen and wife Laura of Auburn, Alabama. "Honeybunch's" sixteen grandchildren were a special joy: Stephen Weeks and wife Suzanne, Paul Weeks and wife Jessica, Carrell Weeks McAllister and husband Brad, Andrew Weeks and wife Katie, Katie Weeks, Grayson Allen and wife Ashley, Natalee Allen Menge and husband Dax, Thurston Allen, Winston Allen and wife Maddie, Madalyn Allen, Kyle Allen and wife Jennifer, K. C. Allen and wife Claire, Kramer Allen, Justin Allen, Anslee Allen and Christian Allen. Great-grandchildren are Noah, Lilly, Colton, Harrison and Olivia Weeks, Charlotte Menge, and Carter, Bailee and Kameryn Allen. Additionally, her sister Norma Jean Hagarman of Greenacres, Florida, and numerous nieces and nephews survive her. In addition to her parents, Ms. Peel was preceded in death by a sister, Rita Gifford; brother, Richard Hagarman; granddaughter Kayla Allen; and spouses Charles Harold Allen and Shelby R. Peel. In remembrance of her devotion and service to her church as a member of the pastoral council, lector, former Sunday school teacher, and member of numerous committees over the years, and at her request, the family suggests, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations to St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church Building Fund, St. Lucy Cemetery Fund, or St. Lucy Catholic Church, Hodge, Louisiana. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Published in The News Star on July 2, 2012

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

Edith Beeson Bradley Services for Edith Merle Beeson Bradley of West Monroe, LA, will be held 10:00 AM Thursday, July 5, 2012 in Feazel Chapel at First Baptist Church in West Monroe with Dr. Toby Frost officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe, LA, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Bradley was born on June 4, 1921 in West Monroe and went to be with her Savior on July 2, 2012 at the age of 91 while residing at Rosemont Assisting Living Center in West Monroe. In My Father's house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. (John 14:2 NKJV). In Mother's Heavenly home there will be glorious music and praise in the midst of a joyous family reunion. Her legacy of finding beauty in all things, tender encouragement, lively sense of humor and deep Christian faith will live on through generations. Mother grew up in West Monroe, helping her mother, Emma Moore Beeson, in her beauty salon until she met the love of her life, James Bradley, at Ouachita Parish High School in Monroe. She was a devoted, loving wife and wonderful mother. In her younger days, Mother attended the Methodist Church in West Monroe and after marriage, invested her life in the First Baptist Church of West Monroe and in the lives of her family. She was a youth Sunday school teacher, choir member and served in many other ways as she saw a need. Her Bible was not far from her side, especially in the quiet of the mornings with a cup of coffee. Mother was a talented vocalist, singing in various choral groups throughout her life. She especially enjoyed the senior choirs and church fellowship that she and James shared together in their retirement years in Texas including Tyler, McKinney and Frisco. She was active in the CPA Wives Club and delighted in cooking delicious meals for her family and friends. She also loved to travel, enjoyed growing many varieties of flowers and vegetables in her garden and was a talented seamstress. Mrs. Bradley is preceded in death by her parents, William Walter and Emma Beeson, her beloved brother, Walter Clayton Beeson and sister, Rosalie Beeson Norris, two daughters, Nancy Carole Bradley Whitlatch and infant daughter, Susan Bradley. She is survived by her husband of 71 years, James B. Bradley Jr., daughter, Linda Bradley Norwood and husband Jim of West Monroe; son, Richard Bradley and wife Sheryl of West Monroe; son-in-law, Blake Whitlatch of Prairieville, LA; and her sister, Billie Beeson Dupre of West Monroe. Her beloved grandchildren are Andrea Norwood Pate and husband Josh of West Monroe; Bach Norwood, of Dallas, TX; Nicholas Norwood of Ann Arbor, Michigan; Nicole LeBlanc Arnold and husband Preston of Geismer, LA; Adrienne LeBlanc Maginnis and husband John of Prairieville, LA; Carter LeBlanc and wife Kate of Prairieville; Leah Whitlatch of Prairieville and Lauren Bradley of West Monroe; and great grandchildren, Alexandra and Hudson Arnold of Geismer, LA; Grayson and Caroline Maginnis of Prairieville, LA; and Gabrielle and Andrew LeBlanc of Prairieville. Surviving nephews are Robert Cavendish of Buda, Texas; Brad Cavendish of Round Rock, Texas; William Norris III and Dave Norris of West Monroe, Mark Little of Hernando, Mississippi, and Todd Little of West Monroe; nieces Ellen Norris Prather of Calhoun, LA, and Cindy Little Cameron of West Monroe. The family also wishes to thank Mother's care givers at Nursing PRN, Rosemont Assisting Living Center and Premier Hospice. Pallbearers will be her grandsons. Honorary pallbearers will be members of the First Baptist Church adult choir and members of the Ladies Encouragers Sunday School class. Visitation will be from 2:00 PM until 5:00 PM Wednesday, July 4, 2012 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home or First Baptist Church of West Monroe. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 3, 2012

Mr. G. W. "Dub" (Bear) Cooper Funeral service for Mr. G. W. "Dub" (Bear) Cooper, 84, of Monroe will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday, July 5, 2012, at the Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Monroe with Rev. Troy J. Dennard and Rev. Kenneth Waters, Jr. officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Cooper passed away on July 2, 2012, at the Northeast Louisiana War Veterans Home. He was a Navy veteran of WWII, a member of the AMVETS Post 66, VFW, and the American Legion. Survivors include his wife of 45 years, Nancy "Mousie" Cooper of Monroe, LA; son, Terry L. Cooper of Jonesboro, AR; sister Dorothy Goforth of San Antonio, TX; brother, Bill R. Cooper of Austin, TX; stepson, Larry Pruitt of Vidalia, LA; two step daughters, DeNora White of Jackson, MS and Lynn Holcomb of Dallas, TX; four step grandchildren, and four great step grandchildren. Pallbearers will be member of the AMVETS Post 66. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road. In lieu of flowers the family would like any donations to be made to the AMVETS Post 66. The family would like to give a special thanks to the Northeast Louisiana War Veterans Home staff for all their care and love given to Mr. Cooper over the past five years and also Dr. Gary Jones and Dr. Bruce Wheeler. There will be a gathering following the funeral service at the AMVETS Post 66, 2915 Armand, Monroe, LA 71201. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 3, 2012

Roman Yebro Cordova Memorial service for Mr. Roman Yebro Cordova, 73, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 2:00PM Thursday, July 5, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe with Rev. Warren Eckhardt officiating. Mr. Cordova passed away on June 30, 2012, at his residence. He was preceded in death by his son, Richard Cordova. Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Susie Cordova; children, Frank Cordova, Diane Mistzal, Margaret Maxey, Rosemary Blanco, Michael Cordova, and Roman Cordova Jr.; brother, Paul Cordova; eight grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren; and one great great grandchild. Visitation will be from 1:00PM until service time at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 3, 2012

Flora B. Goodman Funeral services for Flora B. Goodman, 80, of Monroe, LA will be held 2:00 PM, Tuesday, July 3, 2012 at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA with Bro. Butch Goodman and Bro. Chad Ballard officiating. Interment will follow in the Bethel Baptist Cemetery, Holly Ridge, LA. Flora was born January 15, 1932 in California, Mo and passed away Sunday, July 1, 2012 in Monroe, LA after a lengthy illness. Mrs. Goodman was a member of Lakeshore Baptist Church, Monroe, LA. She enjoyed being with her friends and reading her bible. Mrs. Goodman is preceded in death by her parents, Christopher and Lola Roll; her two brothers and two sisters. Survivors include her children, Butch Goodman and his wife, Martha of Sterlington, LA, Rickey Goodman and his wife, Brenda of Rayville, LA, and Toni Goodman of Monroe, LA; grandchildren, Tobey Coody, Kasey Walton, Kelley Frankowicz, Eric Chadwick, and Stephanie Chadwick; great grandchildren, Zoe' Coody, Addie Bell Coody, Alix Duncan, Ethan Chadwick, Mac Coody, Kayda Chadwick, Luke Frankowicz, Maddix Walton, Jaxin Walton, and Brelynn Mitchell; one-brother and four-sisters; special friends, Margie Hillis and Dee Price; her loving pet, Cosmo. Pallbearers are Eric Chadwick, Ambrose Buechter, Michael Chadwick, Rodger Coody, Alan Nettles, and Brother Musgrove. Honorary pallbearers are Ethan Chadwick and Larry Randolph. The family would like to thank Dr. Scott Barron and his staff for the care they gave Mrs. Goodman. Visitation will be 10:30 AM until 2:00 PM, Tuesday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. To leave condolences for the family go to brownholleyfuneralhomes.com Brown Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on July 3, 2012

AROLE ANN HAYNIE Carole Ann Thomas Haynie, 69, of Anderson, died Friday evening, June 29, 2012, at her home surrounded by her loving family. A celebration of Carole's life was held 2:00 PM Monday, July 2, 2012, at the First Baptist Church of Navasota with Rev. Clyde Larrabee officiating. Interment followed in the Fairview Cemetery in Richards. Carole was born October 12, 1942 in Rayville, Louisiana to Henry and Alice Hinton Thomas. She graduated from North East Louisiana University in Monroe, LA with a degree in education. For many years she taught at Texas Woman's University in Denton and Dallas and was the executive director of the Dallas ISD Administrators Association. On June 6, 2001 Carole received from The Senate of the State of Texas a Certificate of Excellence in recognition of receiving the Piper Professor Award, an award given to the top 10 professors in Texas. Carole retired from Sam Houston State University in 2005. It was on July 5, 2005 that she married Ira E. "Bud" Haynie and she moved to Anderson. Carole was a perpetual student who never stopped learning and she enjoyed sharing her love of learning with her students. After she retired, she loved to travel and enjoyed the theatre and movies. Survivors include her husband, Ira E. "Bud" Haynie of Anderson, sons, Tony Crews of Colorado Springs, CO and Brian Crews and wife Chanda of Monroe, LA; a sister, Mary Alice Wilcox of Golden, CO; 5 grandchildren, Morgan and Sara Crews, Macee, Allee and Courtnee Crews and great granddaughter, Addee Ruth Crews. You are invited to sign the guestbook and leave condolences for the family at www.lindleyrobertsonholt.com. Lindley-Robertson-Holt Funeral Home Navasota, TX Published in The News Star on July 3, 2012

Lawrence "Larry" Arlie Nall Funeral services for Lawrence "Larry" Arlie Nall will be 11:30 a.m. Thursday, July 5, 2012 at Rose-Neath's Bossier Chapel. Officiating will be Pastor Mark Briggs of River Park Church assisted by Deacon John Dark. Graveside services will be 3:30 p.m. at Causey Cemetery near Bastrop, LA with Bro. Kyle Peters officiating. Visitation will be 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 4, 2012 at Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Bossier City. Lawrence was born June 26, 1951 in Bastrop, LA to Lawrence Marion and Anita Ruffin Nall and died June 28, 2012 in Shreveport, LA. He was of the Baptist faith and was a telephone technician in the communications industry. He is preceded in death by his mother, grandparents and an infant son. Survivors are his wife of 43 years, Pamela Nall; his father, Lawrence M. Nall; son, Jeffrey Nall and wife Amanda; daughter, Melissa Nall and fiancé Brett Hyer; sisters, Patty Hicks and husband Mike. Rebekah Ryland and husband Donnie; brother, Clint Nall and wife Karen; four grandchildren; special aunts, Cricket Porter and Merle Doggett and many beloved family members and friends, including special friends, Robert and Jenny Moore, who helped with his care. Honoring Lawrence as pallbearers will be, Riley Pierce, John Heimeyer, Karl Lyons, Robert Moore, Jesse Thompson and John Dark. Rose-Neath Funeral Home Bossier Chapel Bossier City, LA Published in The News Star on July 3, 2012

Effie Watts "Miss Effie" Presnall Graveside Services for Mrs. Effie Watts "Miss Efffie" Presnall, 88, of West Monroe, will be held 10:00 AM Thursday, July 5, 2012 at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Effie peacefully passed away Sunday, July 1, 2012. Miss Effie was born May 5, 1924, in Harrisonburg, La., daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Watts. She moved to Monroe as a child, where she spent the rest of her life. She was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and sister -- always putting her family and friends before herself. She enjoyed sewing, spending time with her family, and taking pictures. Her children, including her beloved niece, Kay, have many fond memories of summer vacations as children when Mama would pack them up and take them somewhere fun. She was employed by Ouachita Parish School Board for 63 years. Known affectionately as 'Miss Effie' to most of the Ouachita Parish School System, she spent many years doing a job she truly loved. She considered the Parish employees as part of her family. She is survived by her son, Jimmie Presnall and daughter-in-law, Paula of West Monroe and their daughter, Leslie Presnall; her son, Mickey Presnall of West Monroe and his children, Christopher Presnall, Jeremy Presnall and Lindsey Shaw; and her daughter, Vicki Hearne and husband, Greg of Mansfield, Texas and their son, Blake Hearne. She leaves behind great-grandchildren, Stella Mae Shaw, Brianna Presnall, and Cameron Presnall. In addition, she is survived by her loving nephews, Randy Watts and Dr. Ray Watts and her niece, Kay Booth, with whom she shared a very special relationship. The family would like to give special thanks to the staff of Landmark Nursing Center and Hospice Compassus for their care and comfort. Honorary Pallbearers will be George Booth, George Booth, Jr., Troy Booth, Dr. Ray Watts, Randy Watts, and Rick Stewart. Visitation will be held Tuesday, July 3, 2012 from 5:00PM to 8:00PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Memorials: In lieu of flowers, a contribution to the American Heart Society, American Cancer Society , or the charity of your choice in her memory is suggested. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 3, 2012

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

Anna Belle "Ann" Wilkerson Priest Anna Belle "Ann" Wilkerson Priest, 98, passed away peacefully Saturday, June 30, 2012 in Dallas, Texas. She was born June 1, 1914 in Big Lake, Texas (proud to be the first girl born there) and was the youngest of twelve children. After having an exciting and well traveled life, the highlight of her career was during the 1960's and 70's when she owned and operated franchise locations of the John Robert Powers Modeling and Charm Schools in Dallas and Houston. She had a love for working with young women and always found a way to instill in them the importance of charm and grace. Ann was a member of St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church for 60 years. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jefferson Davis and India Anna (McDonald) Wilkerson along with eleven brothers and sisters. She is survived by her daughter, Ann and her husband Rob Taylor, of Dallas; her grandson, Robbie and his wife Cheryl Taylor, of Southlake; her granddaughter Lindsay and her husband Michael Fiuzat, of Houston; five great-grandchildren Catherine, Jacob and Hannah Taylor and Austin and Henry Fiuzat; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 5:00-7:00pm on Thursday, July 5th at Mulhearn Funeral Home on Sterlington Road in Monroe, Louisiana. The graveside service will be at Riverview Cemetery in Monroe on Friday, July 6th at 10:00am. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate that memorials be given to St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church in Dallas, TX. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 4, 2012

ROBERT J. "BOB" SANDERS Funeral services for Robert J. "Bob" Sanders, age 88, of Forest, La will be 11:00 AM, Friday, July 6, 2012 at the Forest Baptist Church in Forest, La with Dr. William Blackwell and Rev. Lloyd Blackwell officiating. Interment will be in the New Forest Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Cox Funeral Home. Visitation will be Thursday from 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM at Cox Funeral Home. He is preceded in death by his son-in-law, Jesse Kenneth Williams; parents, Arthur Clifton Sanders and Vera Wise Sanders; sister, Marteal Sanders Wright; two sisters-in-law, Dolores Hammons Blackwell and Muriel F. Blackwell; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Loyd "Red" Blackwell and Josie Fitzgerald Blackwell. Robert J. "Bob" graduated from Southwestern La. Institute, now ULL in 1949 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Vocational Agriculture. He received a Masters Degree in education from Mississippi College in 1960 and earned 30 plus hours in education from Northeast La. University and LSU. He was employed by the West Carroll Parish School Board and taught vocational agriculture at Forest High School for over 31 years. He was active in the Future Farmers of America organization during his teaching career. Bob was a member of Forest Baptist Church where he served as a deacon and treasurer for many years. He also taught the adult men's sunday school class for many years. Bob is survived by his wife of 61 years, Kathryn Sanders of Forest, La; daughter, Karen Sanders Williams of Fayetteville, Ga; daughter and son-in-law, Kay Sanders White and Jerry L. White of Mauriceville, Tx; 5 grandchildren, Kristi Williams Christian of Fayetteville, Ga, Corey Jean White of Buna, Tx, Brad Williams and wife Karey of Fairburn, Ga, Cody L. White of Daytona Beach, Fl, Robert K. Williams and wife Caylen of Senoia, Ga; 4 great-grandchildren, Andrew Todd Christian of Fayetteville, Ga, Kathryn Isabella Christian of Fayetteville, Ga, Marlee Grace Williams of Senoia, Ga, Scarlett Marie Williams of Fairburn, Ga; brother and sister-in-law, Gene Arthur Sanders and Gene Sanders of Magnolia, Ar; 2 brothers-in-law, William L. Blackwell of Nashville, Tn, and Eldred E. Blackwell of San Antonio, Tx; numerous nieces, nephews, and many friends. Pallbearers will be Brad Williams, Cody White, Robbie Williams, Charlie Legg, Andrew Christian, Ken Blackwell, Kenny Sanders, Cliff Sanders. Honorary pallbearers will be Clifton Vining, Don Harris, Curtis Butler, Howard Ainsworth, Fred Eubanks, Perry Brantley, Larry Denmon. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association at 6100 Dutchmans Lane Suite 401, Louisville, Ky 40205 or to the Forest Baptist Church Library Fund at P.O. Box 339, Forest, La 71242. To leave condolences to the family www.coxfuneral.com. Cox Funeral Home Oak Grove, LA Published in The News Star on July 4, 2012

Eleanor Compton Davenport Spires Born August 30, 1925, in the family home in Mer Rouge, Eleanor Compton Davenport Spires died peacefully on July 3, 2012. Eleanor was preceded in death by her parents, Mr and Mrs. C. C. Davenport, and her husband, William V. Spires, Sr. Survived by four sons, Dr. William V. Spires, Jr., of Shreveport, and Dr. Timothy D. Spires and wife Kathleen, John G. Spires and wife Frances, and Dr. Allen L. Spires and wife Lori, all of Mer Rouge; she was lovingly known as "Nor" to grandchildren Eleanor Spires Bergin and husband Jaron, Dr. Timothy D. Spires, Jr., and wife Katharine, Kathleen Larkin Spires, Morgan Spires Hilyer and husband Brandon, Sarah McBride Spires, William Gates Spires, Allen L. Spires, Jr., Samuel Slayden Spires, Leslie McDowell Spires, George Alexander Spires and Joseph Marx Spires; and "Nor-Nor" by her great-grandchildren, Margaret Garner Bergin, Catherine Compton Bergin, Alexander Ryan Spires, Camille Stirling Spires, Ruffin Davenport Spires and Aubrey Mae Hilyer. She also is survived by cousins John Compton, of Baton Rouge, Elizabeth Hertzog, of Nachitoches; and Eleanor Underwood, of Orlando, Florida; sister-in-law, Bettie Spires Tritton, of El Paso, Texas, special friends Frances Coenen, Shelley Coats Jones and many, many others. Eleanor attended school in Mer Rouge, Louisiana, where she graduated in 1942. She attended Louisiana State University during World War II and was an active member of Delta Delta Delta Sorority. While volunteering at the local USO chapter in Baton Rouge, she met and soon married a young cowboy-turned-fighter pilot who would be her husband of 62 years, Bill Spires. Airplanes and horses and children and grandchildren, would forever be part of her life. Eleanor was very active in the Episcopal Church, organizing the establishment of two new churches in the Episcopal Diocese of West Texas during the 1950's. She loved the Church and served in almost every capacity on the local and national level. She was a member and regent of the Abram Morehouse Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Between her family duties and activities, Eleanor found time to play and become a master bridge player. Visitation will be held Thursday, July 5, 2012, at 12:00 noon, at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church in Mer Rouge, Louisiana, under the direction of Cox Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 2:00 p.m., July 5, 2012, also in the chapel of St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, under the direction of Fr. Frank Swindle. Private interment will follow at Mer Rouge Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers are Dr. Daven Spires, William Morgan Davenport, Alex Rankin, Thomas H. B. Rankin Jr., John Shackelford and Richard Blackwell. Honorary pallbearers are Jerry L. Jones, William Hayden, Dr. John Ziegler, James Tritton, Frank B. Jones, Tommy Burris, Giles Lee and James Blakely. The family would like to extend thanks to the many care givers at Quality Home Health, Morehouse General Hospital and especially The Oak Woods of Mer Rouge Rehabilitation and Wellness for their loving kindness over the past several years. Memorials may be made to St. Andrew's Episcopal Church Cox Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Published in The News Star on July 4, 2012

Barbara Suggs Gates Trussell Barbara Gates Trussell was born January 19, 1947 in Minden Hospital. She passed away at her home in Ruston on July 2, 2012 after a courageous battle with a brain tumor. Babs was an administrative assistant and worked in the College of Education of LA Tech for 18 ½ years. She enjoyed her job and loved her co-workers. The funeral will be at Kilpatrick Chapel in Ruston on Friday, July 6, 2012 at 10:00 AM. Officiating the service will be Rev. Rusty Gilbert. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Thursday July 5, 2012 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM. Burial will be in the Rocky Springs Baptist Church Cemetery in Lisbon. Babs was preceded in death by her first husband of 32 ½ years: John T. Gates: her parents: Prentis A. and Mavinee Suggs of Homer, LA; and her sister: Jeanne. Survivors include her husband of 11 years: Herman Ray Trussell; her children: Shawn Gates of Camp Pendleton, CA, and Anna Berry of Keithville, LA; grandchildren: Shawna and Tyler Gates of Victorville, CA. and John Hunter, Charlie and Henry Berry of Keithville; sisters and brother: Glenda and Duane Reagan of Acworth, GA, Annie and James Scriber of Lisbon, LA and Sonny and Kay Suggs of Baton Rouge, LA; and many loving nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Mike Sullivan, Ricky Basinger, Ted Johnston, Toby Sinclair, Rick Louden and Brian Louden. Honorary Pallbearers will be Terri Sullivan, Dawn Basinger and Tammy Johnston. In lieu of flowers memorials may be sent to Professional Hospice Care, 118 Monticello Ave. Ste. A, Ruston, LA 71270. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Published in The News Star on July 4, 2012

GEORGE WESLEY NEW George Wesley New, 88 of Delhi died Saturday June 30, 2012 at the Richland Parish Hospital in Delhi. He was a retired Farm Equipment Mechanic and an Army Air Corp veteran of World War II. He is preceded in death by his wife, Emma McNeely New; two brothers, Joe and Amos New and his parents, R. O. New and Cordie Milam New. He is survived by two sons, Larry New & wife Diane of St. Louis, MO and Gary New and wife Phyllis of Delhi; one brother William Curtis New of New Albany, MS; six grandchildren and three great grandchildren. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM-7:00 PM Tuesday at Cox Funeral Home in Delhi. Funeral services will be held at 7:00 PM Tuesday, July 3, 2012 in the chapel of Cox Funeral Home of Delhi with Rev. Jeff Sykes officiating. Burial will be at 2:00 PM Thursday, July 5, 2012 at the Glenfield Memorial Park Cemetery in New Albany, MS. To leave a message of condolence to the family please visit our website at www.coxfuneral.com Cox Funeral Home Delhi, LA Published in The News Star from July 3 to July 5, 2012Anna Belle "Ann" Wilkerson Priest Anna Belle "Ann" Wilkerson Priest, 98, passed away peacefully Saturday, June 30, 2012 in Dallas, Texas. She was born June 1, 1914 in Big Lake, Texas (proud to be the first girl born there) and was the youngest of twelve children. After having an exciting and well traveled life, the highlight of her career was during the 1960's and 70's when she owned and operated franchise locations of the John Robert Powers Modeling and Charm Schools in Dallas and Houston. She had a love for working with young women and always found a way to instill in them the importance of charm and grace. Ann was a member of St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church for 60 years. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jefferson Davis and India Anna (McDonald) Wilkerson along with eleven brothers and sisters. She is survived by her daughter, Ann and her husband Rob Taylor, of Dallas; her grandson, Robbie and his wife Cheryl Taylor, of Southlake; her granddaughter Lindsay and her husband Michael Fiuzat, of Houston; five great-grandchildren Catherine, Jacob and Hannah Taylor and Austin and Henry Fiuzat; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 5:00-7:00pm on Thursday, July 5th at Mulhearn Funeral Home on Sterlington Road in Monroe, Louisiana. The graveside service will be at Riverview Cemetery in Monroe on Friday, July 6th at 10:00am. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate that memorials be given to St. Michael and All Angels Episcopal Church in Dallas, TX. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 4, 2012Edith B. Bradley, 91 Edith Beeson Bradley of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Feazel Chapel of First Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. Thursday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Edward L. Brown, 55 Edward Lee Brown of Monroe, undergound construction worker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at St. Luke Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Michael D. Carlile Sr., 60 WINNFIELD — Michael Dennis Carlile Sr., a pump operator, died Monday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Garden of Memories. Visitation is 8:30-9:45 a.m. Thursday at Southern Funeral Home.

Thomas H. Coats, 79 Thomas H. Coats of Monroe, retired hydrostatic pressure engineer, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe. Visitation is 4-6 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Entombment will be in the mausoleum.

G.W. Cooper, 84 G.W. "Dub" "Bear" Cooper of Monroe, retired manager of Central Printers, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Roman Y. Cordova, 73 Roman Yebro Cordova of Monroe, a retired truck driver, died Saturday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. Thursday until service time at the funeral home.

Sarah F. Crawford of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Galilee Baptist Church, Collinston. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Trousdale Hill Cemetery, Collinston.

Norma M. Daniels, 70 Norma M. Daniels of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Logtown Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Allen Devoil, 55 MER ROUGE — Allen Devoil, a farmer, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Morehouse Association Building, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Jeruselem Cemetery.

Leola Gene, 87 Leola Gene of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Samuel Henderson, 86 Samuel Henderson of Richwood, a mechanic, died June 27. Service are 11 a.m. Saturday at Liberty Christian Center, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Leon D. Holliday, 40 Leon Dwight Holliday of Monroe, a machine operator, died Monday. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Other arrangements are incomplete.

Inez Hunter, 80 Inez Hunter of Monroe, a manager, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Eddie Mae Jenkins, 86 Eddie Mae Jenkins of Monroe, a nurse's assistant, died Friday. Services are noon Thursday at Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 11 a.m. Thursday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in St. Clair Cemetery, Chatham.

Florence Jenkins, 80 Florence Jenkins of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Edward Kline Sr., 86 TALLULAH — Edward Kline Sr., a pastor, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.

Benjamin F. Martin, 97 MINDEN — Benjamin Franklin "B.F." Martin, a pastor, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Rest Baptist Church. Visitation is 6 p.m. Wednesday at Macedonia Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Pilgrim Baptist Church Cemetery, Paincourtville, under the direction of Miller Funeral Home.

Thelma Pearson, 81 WINNSBORO — Thelma Pearson, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Paul Baptist Church, Marion. Visitation is 4-5 p.m. Wednesday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Effie Presnall, 88 Effie "Miss Effie" Watts Presnall of West Monroe, a retired bookkeeper with the Ouachita Parish School Board, died Sunday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Thursday at the Mausoleum Chapel of Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Charline P. Reeveas, 58 CHATHAM — Charline Potts Reeveas died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Springhill Cemetery.

Josie W. Robinson, 66 Josie Walk Robinson of Monroe, a cook, died June 26. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Bethel Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Sybil Spencer, 70 Sybil "Kitty" Spencer of West Monroe, retired business owner with H&R Block, died Tuesday. Visitation is 4-7 p.m. Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Charles R. Tagge Jr., 34 Charles Richard Tagge Jr. of West Monroe, a truck driver, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

John Toney, 52 OMAHA, Neb. — John Toney, formerly of Bastrop, a laborer, died June 26. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Lightwood Baptist Church, Lightwood. Visitation is 4-6 p.m. Sunday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Alma E. Trim, 68 EROS — Alma E. Trim, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Immanuel Worship and Fellowship Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 5 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in Old Sardis Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Gene A. Waller, 75 MUNSON, Fla. — Gene A. Waller, formerly of Baskin, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation is 9 a.m. Friday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Reagon Cemetery, Baskin.

Clara P. Woods, 90 TEXARKANA, Texas — Clara P. Woods, a homemaker, died June 24. Memorial services are 11 a.m. Friday at 111 Buck Drive, Downsville, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Brown, Lois Shelton: 10 a.m. Thursday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Nall, Lawrence Arlie: 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Bossier City. Sanders, Robert J. "Bob": 11 a.m. Friday, Forest Baptist Church, Forest.

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

Thomas H. Coats Funeral service for Thomas H. Coats, 79 of Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Friday, June 6, 2012 at Mulhearn Mausoleum Chapel. Dr. David Boyles and Bro. Mark Smith will be officiating. Entombment will follow in the Mausoleum under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mr. Coats was born October 16, 1932 and passed away July 2, 2012. He was retired from Redding & Bates Oil Company as a hydrostatic pressure engineer. Mr. Coats served four years in the Navy. He was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints. Mr. Coats was preceded in death by his son, Ronnie Coats and his daughter Sandra Coats. Mr. Coats is survived by his wife Barbara Crider Coats; brothers; Jimmy Coats and Jackie Coats and wife Marilyn; step-sons; Ronald Roark and William Roark; step-daughter, Ashley Roark Robert and a special friend, Peggy Sue Stephenson; 10 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers please send a donation to the Cancer Center 411 Calypso Street, Monroe, LA 71201 or First Choice Hospice, 141 Desiard Street #400, Monroe, LA 71201 in memory of Tommy Coats and Sandra Ann Coats. Visitation will be held Thursday from 4:00 PM until 6:00 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 July 5, 2012

Mary F. Daigle Memorial service for Mary Daigle, 73, of Chatham, LA will be 2:00 PM Saturday, July 7, at Chatham United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the Ansley Union Church Building and Grounds fund; the Humane Society, or to the Louisiana Methodist Children's Home in Ruston. Boone Funeral Home and Crematory Bossier City, LA Published in The News Star on July 5, 2012

Teresa Maria Eppinette Funeral services for Teresa Maria Eppinette, 90, of Monroe, LA will be held 2:00 PM, Friday, July 6, 2012 at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA with James Guy officiating. Burial will follow in Lynn Cemetery, Archibald, LA. Teresa was born February 28, 1922 in New York City, NY to Domenico and Letizia Coppo and passed away Tuesday, July 3, 2012 in Monroe, LA. Mrs. Eppinette was of the Catholic faith. She was a resident of St. Joseph Assisted Living. She enjoyed sewing and writing letters to her family. Mrs. Teresa was preceded in death by her husband, Ezra T. Eppinette and 1-great grandchild. Survivors include her daughters, Ann Sims and husband, Winston of Monroe, LA and Rheba Gwin and husband, Terry of Archibald, LA; grandchildren, Robert Sims and wife, Joyce, Mark Sims and wife, Lana, Wendi Tilmon and husband, John, Joshua Gwin and wife, Virginia, and Rebecca Morris and husband, Shea; and 11-great grandchildren. Pallbearers are Robert Sims, Mark Sims, Joshua Gwin, John Tilmon, Shea Morris, and Steven Moore. Honorary pallbearer is Sidney Moore. The family would like to give a very special thanks to her caregivers, Ellen Jones and MiMi Williams. Visitation is 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM, Thursday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. A rosary will begin at 6:00 PM, Thursday at the funeral home. Donations may be made to your favorite charity or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital . To leave condolences for the family go to brownholleyfuneralhomes.com Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on July 5, 2012

Leon Dwight Holliday Visitation for Leon Dwight Holliday, 40, of Monroe, LA will be 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Friday July 6, 2012 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 5, 2012

Mrs. Sybil "Kitty" Spencer Mrs. Sybil "Kitty" Spencer, 70 of West Monroe, LA was born October 5, 1941 and passed away July 3, 2012. There will be a visitation on Friday, July 6, 2012 from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Spencer was an H& R Block franchise owner for over 30 years. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Larita Spencer. Mrs. Spencer is survived by her husband, George Spencer, Sr; daughters, Kimberly Spencer Robbins and husband Paul, Sharon White and husband Shannon; 6 grandchildren; step-children; George Spencer and wife Lois, Jeffrey Spencer and wife Gail Marie, Colleen Spencer, Carolyn Spencer, Cullen Spencer and wife Stephanie; brother, Dayton (Squeaky) Alford and wife Pat; sister, Vivian Avery; nieces, Sharon Durham and husband Lawrence, Lisa Bandy and husband Ernie, Terri Samaniego; nephew, Jason Griffin; numerous great-nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Humane Society. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 5, 2012

Bessie King, 72 WINNSBORO — Bessie King, a retired school janitor, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Olive Baptist Church. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Cuba Cemetery, Gilbert.

Roy McMillan, 65 Roy Wayne McMillan, an insurance salesman, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5- 8 p.m., Thursday at Griffin Funeral Home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park, Monroe.

Ann W. Priest, 98 DALLAS — Ann Wilkerson Priest, owner and operator of John Robert Powers Modeling and Charm Schools in Dallas and Houston, died Saturday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Friday at Riverview Cemetery, Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Alma E. Trim, 68 EROS — Alma E. Trim, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Immanuel Worship and Fellowship Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Old Sardis Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Bradley, Edith Beeson: 10 a.m. Thursday, First Baptist Church, West Monroe. Brown, Edward Lee: 2 p.m. Saturday, St. Luke Baptist Church, Monroe. Brown, Lois Shelton: 10 a.m. Thursday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Carlile Sr., Michael Dennis: 10 a.m. Thursday, Garden of Memories, Winnfield. Coats, Thomas H.: 10 a.m. Friday, Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe. Cooper, G.W. "Dub" (Bear): 2 p.m. Thursday, Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe. Cordova, Roman Yebro: 2 p.m. Thursday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Crawford, Sarah F.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Galilee Baptist Church, Collinston. Daniels, Norma M.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Logtown Baptist Church, Monroe. Devoil, Allen: 1 p.m. Saturday, Morehouse Association Building, Bastrop. Henderson, Samuel: 11 a.m. Saturday, Liberty Christian Center, Monroe. Hunter, Inez: 11 a.m. Saturday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Jenkins, Eddie Mae: noon Thursday, Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Martin, Benjamin Franklin "B.F.": 10 a.m. Thursday, St. Rest Baptist Church, Minden. Nall, Lawrence Arlie: 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Rose-Neath Funeral Home, Bossier City. Pearson, Thelma: 11 a.m. Thursday, St. Paul Baptist Church, Marion. Presnall, Effie: 10 a.m. Thursday, Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel, Monroe, Reeveas, Charline Potts: 10 a.m. Thursday, Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Robinson, Josie Walk: 2 p.m. Saturday, Bethel Baptist Church, Monroe. Sanders, Robert J. "Bob": 11 a.m. Friday, Forest Baptist Church, Forest. Toney, John: 11 a.m. Monday, Lightwood Baptist Church, Lightwood. Trim, Alma E.: 2 p.m. Thursday, Immanuel Worship and Fellowship Church, West Monroe. Waller, Gene A.: 11 a.m. Friday, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Woods, Clara P.: 11 a.m. Friday, 111 Buck Drive, Downsville.

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

Mrs. Virginia Cotton Sadler Gilmore Funeral services for Mrs. Virginia Gilmore, 96 of Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, July 7, 2012 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Rev. Donald L. Thornton will be officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Gilmore was born July 17, 1915 and passed away July 5, 2012. She was a member of Seventh-Day Adventist Church At Westlakes. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Robert B. Sadler and Jessie Gilmore and her son, Bobby D. Sadler, parents Archie Benjamin Cotton and Barbra Slater Cotton. Mrs. Gilmore is survived by her daughter-in-law, Betty Sadler; grandsons, Bob and wife Tricia Sadler, Jeff and wife Francis Sadler, Jimmy and wife Linda Sadler, and A C and wife Penny Fletcher; numerous great and great-great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Robbie Sadler, Daniel Sadler, Christopher Sadler, Juston Rogers, A C Fletcher and Ray Hill. Visitation will be held Friday July 6, 2012 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 July 6, 2012

Carma Jean Strittman Jackson A resident of Baton Rouge, she died suddenly in the early morning of Thursday, July 5, 2012. She was 65 and a native of Gilbert, LA. Visiting at Gray's Creek Baptist Church, Denham Springs, LA on Saturday, July 7, 2012 from 10:00 AM until service at 11:00 AM, conducted by Brother Carl Sullivan and the Rev. Mike Mallet. Interment in South Central Cemetery, Wisner, LA. Survived by her mother, Myrtis Strittman; son and daughter-in-law, Berk and Christy Jackson; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Doris and Alan Cupit, and Darthy Robinson; and grandchildren, Maddie and Ben Jackson. Pallbearers will be friends of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital , Gray's Creek Baptist Church or a charity of your choice . Renaissance Funeral Services Gonzalez, LA Published in The News Star on July 6, 2012

James E. Mock Funeral services for James E. Mock, 75, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 2:00 P.M. Friday July 6, 2012 at the Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel in Monroe, LA, with Rev. Charles Martindale officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. James Mock went to be with his Lord Jesus Christ on the 4th of July 2012 after a courageous battle with brain cancer. James was born on the 15th of May 1937 in Winnsboro, Louisiana to the union of Willie Augustus (Dub) Mock and Emma Bernice Carter. He was preceded in death by his parents, and the love of his life, wife of 49 years, Dorothy "Dot" Phillips Mock, her parents, Cary L. and Martha Phillips, and Dot's sister, Jan Eatmon of San Angelo, Texas. He is remembered lovingly by his children, Debra and Larry Mock; two grandsons, Logan and Jackson Mock and first cousin, Vina Sue Muckelrath Fain of Winnsboro who is like a sister to him, and his brother; Charles Mock and his wife, Judy. James graduated from Winnsboro High School and Northeast Louisiana State College with a Pharmacy and a Business Degree. He played baseball four years in college on a full scholarship and held many records for years after he stopped playing. If the Indians were playing baseball, you could find our Dad watching his beloved Team throughout his life. In 1973 he became a State Farm agent but continued to keep up his pharmacy degree by working at Mock's Pharmacy, Glenwood Pharmacy, Conway, Mason's and various other pharmacy jobs throughout the district while selling insurance for State Farm. He never forgot a name or face even in the last days of his life. He would always surprise his family with a story of where he sold his first policy or how he knew this person or that one from our granddaddy's pharmacy, Calvert's Drugstore on Trenton Street or at the old Mock's Pharmacy. He truly loved people and doing what he could to help them. He loved being out in a crowd to visit with old friends and new. He never met a stranger. He gave his two children the greatest gift he could ever give them, the precious love of a Christian Dad and being raised by two Christian parents in a loving home. The entire family has been a member of the First Baptist Church in West Monroe since the early 1960's. His love of life, sports and the kindness he showed to others could be seen in the way that so many people came to see him and wish him well when he was going through his sickness. Visitation will be held from 1:00 P.M. until Service Time on Friday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel. Memorials may be made to St. Jude's Hospital in Memphis, to the XMA-Extreme Missionary Adventures, 16 Pierce Road, Rayville, LA, 71269 or to Voice OF THE MARTYRS, P.O Box 443 Bartlesville, OK 74005-0443. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on July 6, 2012

Richard Arlen Tyler Private Graveside Services for Richard Arlen Tyler, 78, of West Monroe will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, July 7, 2012 in Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home. After a brief illness, Richard Tyler passed away on July 1, 2012, at home in West Monroe with his daughters by his side. Mr. Tyler was born November 2, 1933 in Monroe, Louisiana. He was a graduate of Neville High School and Northeast Louisiana State College. He went on to become a commissioned officer in the Military Police Corps of the US Army. In 1998, Richard retired from the News Star in Monroe after more than 30 years as an editor, reporter, and writer. His wit, unique view, and masterful use of the English language, was apparent to all who read his weekly column. As an insatiable reader and lover of both classical music and ballet, Richard amassed a marvelous library of books, music, and movies which he enjoyed daily. In private, Mr. Tyler was an accomplished cartoonist, a talent mainly shared with close family only. However, on holidays it was not unusual to find the yard bedecked in massive hand-drawn cut outs of characters ranging from Peanuts to Disney, to Looney Tunes, and everything in between. And when he added spotlights…it was a sight to behold! Richard was a true animal lover who gave generously to numerous charities. But being "owned" by six dogs himself, he knew that charity had to begin at home! Mr. Tyler is survived by his children, Richina T. Ardoin (husband, Mike), Ashley T. Cleveland (husband, Robert), and his sons, Richard 'Rick' Tyler, Jr. and Chris Tyler. He had a stepson, Danny Fincher and stepdaughter, Kelly Coburn (husband Paul). He sadly leaves behind his grandchildren and great children also. His special canine companions; Maggie, Annie, Cassie, Chloe, Angel, and Lucy (aka "The Titan babies"), will miss him greatly as well. Richard's beloved wife, Annamarie and precious daughter, Heather Tyler Storm preceded him in death as did his parents Wilburn J. and Lessie Tyler. In honor and remembrance, the family asks that in lieu of flowers, you make a donation to the Humane Society of your choice. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 6, 2012

Thomas H. Coats, 79 Thomas H. Coats of Monroe, a retired hydrostatic pressure engineer, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum. Burial is at the mausoleum under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe.

Teresa Eppinette, 90 Teresa Maria Eppinette of Monroe died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Lynn Cemetery, Archibald.

Lola Flood, 91 Lola Flood of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Miller Funeral Home.

Armo Freeman, 90 JONESBORO — Armo Guy Freeman, an instrumentation technician, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Ebenezer Cemetery, Jonesboro.

Leon D. Holliday, 40 Leon Dwight Holliday of Monroe, a machine operator, died Monday. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Sandra Houston, 58 LAS VEGAS — Sandra Houston, a supervisor, died June 25. Services are noon Saturday at Martin Chapel Missionary Baptist Church, Newellton. Visitation is 4-7 p.m. Friday at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Florence Jenkins, 80 Florence Jenkins of Monroe, an licensed practical nurse, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Bethel Church of God In Christ. Visitation will be 1-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Wanda Jenkins, 55 Wanda Jenkins of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Miller Funeral Home.

Anna Priest, 98 DALLAS — Anna Belle "Ann" Wilkerson Priest, modeling and charm school owner-operator, died Saturday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Friday at Riverview Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Aaron Sharp Jr., 74 Aaron Robert Sharp Jr. of West Monroe, an automotive service manager, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe

Sybil Spencer, 70 Sybil "Kitty" Spencer of West Monroe, retired business owner with H&R Block, died Tuesday. Visitation is 4-7 p.m. Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe.

John Toney, 52 OMAHA, Neb. — John Toney, formerly of Bastrop, a laborer, died June 26. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Lightwood Baptist, Lightwood. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Sunday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Lightwood Cemetery.

Velma Turbeville, 86 WISNER — Velma Turbeville, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Marsha Walker, 34 LAS VEGAS — Marsha Walker, a cage supervisor, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at New Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 9 a.m. until the time of service. Burial will be in New Zion Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery, Sondheimer, under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.

Ollie Wayne, 105 MARION — Ollie Wayne died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Union Baptist Church. Burial will be in Concord Cemetery. Visitation is 3-7 p.m. Friday at Memorial Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Helen Wilson, 95 DELHI — Helen Sexton Wilson, a retired teacher, died Thursday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Pine Grove Cemetery, Minden. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Brown, Edward Lee: 2 p.m. Saturday, St. Luke Baptist Church, Monroe. Coats, Thomas H.: 10 a.m. Friday, Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe. Crawford, Sarah F.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Galilee Baptist Church, Collinston. Daniels, Norma M.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Logtown Baptist Church, Monroe. Devoil, Allen: 1 p.m. Saturday, Morehouse Association Building, Bastrop. Henderson, Samuel: 11 a.m. Saturday, Liberty Christian Center, Monroe. Hunter, Inez: 11 a.m. Saturday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. King, Bessie: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Winnsboro. McMillan, Roy: 2 p.m. Friday, Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Robinson, Josie Walk: 2 p.m. Saturday, Bethel Baptist Church, Monroe. Sanders, Robert J. "Bob": 11 a.m. Friday, Forest Baptist Church, Forest. Toney, John: 11 a.m. Monday, Lightwood Baptist Church, Lightwood. Waller, Gene A.: 11 a.m. Friday, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Woods, Clara P.: 11 a.m. Friday, 111 Buck Drive, Downsville,

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

Johnny Brown Graveside services for Johnny Brown, 68, of West Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, July 8, 2012 at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens of West Monroe. Brother Billy Taylor will be officiating under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mr. Brown was born June 29, 1944 in Monroe, LA and passed away July 6, 2012 in West Monroe. Johnny loved his family and race cars. Being with his family made him most happy. He is preceded in death by his first daughter, Peggy Sue. Johnny is survived by his wife Sue, of 48 years; daughter, Christine Dulaney and husband Darrel; son, John Brown and wife Jamie and special family friend Danny Zeigler; grandchildren, Drew Zeigler, Owen Ray and Ellie Mae Brown; brother, Richard Brown and wife Glenda Sue; sister, Virginia Brown; and Aunt Estelle and Nick Adams. Visitation is Saturday 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 July 7, 2012

James Clyde Wainwright Sr. James Clyde Wainwright Sr., worked as a Line Foreman for LP&L. James of West Monroe, LA was born on January 31, 1924 and passed away on July 6, 2012. A graveside service will be 1:30p.m. Sunday, July 8, 2012 at Beulah Church Cemetery in Calhoun, LA with Paul Ford officiating under the direction of Griffin funeral Home. Visitation will be 10:00a.m.-12:00 p.m. before services at Griffin Funeral Home in West Monroe. James is survived by his wife of 39 years Christine Wainwright of West Monroe, LA; son, James C. Wainwright Jr. and wife Terry of West Monroe, LA; daughters, Kay Gerken and husband Troy of Katy, TX; Becky Gorum and husband Lee of Calhoun, LA; Mary Gala of Symrna, GA; eight grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Grandchildren. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffinfuneralhome.net Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 7, 2012

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

The Reverend Harriett Gene Houston Cale December 8, 1924-July 4, 2012 Only daughter of Thomas Eugene Houston and Hattie Dee Caldwell, she is survived by her husband of 38 years John Gustav Cale and her five children: Frederick Eugene Cale, John Houston Cale, Andrew Richardson Cale, Cordelia Anne Cale, Roland David Cale and eleven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Born in Monroe, Louisiana, her family moved to Baton Rouge which she considered her hometown. She attended Beauregard Elementary, University High, and Louisiana State University where she earned a B.S in Education and an M.A in History. At age 57, she attended Union Theological Seminary in Richmond, Virginia. She was awarded an M.Div. The relationships she made with her Professors and fellow students re-vitalized her life and have lasted up to this very day. Harriett loved her life as a Presbyterian Minister and each and every congregation lived in her heart. Our family would like to convey our sincerest gratitude to her last church, Broadmoor Presbyterian, led by Rev. Hawley Wolfe. Although she might argue with the order, she loved: her family, God, the Presbyterian Church, dessert, and LSU. Oh, and beach volleyball! A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, July 10, at 10:00 AM at Broadmoor Presbyterian Church, 9340 Florida Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70825. Published in The News Star on July 8, 2012

Mrs. Joy J. Camp Memorial services for Mrs. Joy J. Camp, 72, of Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday, July 10, 2012 at First Christian Church, 3400 Forsythe Avenue, Monroe, LA. Joy Camp's death occurred Thursday, July 5, 2012, at M.D. Anderson Hospital in Houston, TX. She recently retired as the regional social worker for the State of Louisiana Region 8 Office of Public Health. Part of her responsibilities included working with Children's Special Health Services. She coordinated behavioral health services in the local OPH Medical Special Needs Shelter during Hurricane Katrina. Early in her career, Mrs. Camp worked as a public school teacher in Louisiana and Texas. Her scholastic achievements included graduating as valedictorian of her high school class, graduating magna cum laude from Louisiana College, and receiving top honors when she earned her master's degree from the University of Southern Mississippi. She always had a great love for children, art, literature, and music. She was a member of the Masterworks Chorus for several years. She led by example and taught her children to be kind and accepting of others, and to find the positive in any given situation. Joy was a sweet presence, and impacted the lives of everyone she touched in a beautiful way. Mrs. Camp was preceded in death by her husband, Jon G. Camp; her father, Lee Roy Joyner; and her brothers, Joe and Keith. Survivors include her sons, Jon Tyran Camp of Panama City, FL and Joffry Lee Camp and wife Julia of Milton, FL; daughter, Margette Reid and husband Michael of Denton, TX; grandchildren, Charles Michael Reid and Elizabeth Joy Reid of Denton, TX; mother, Monia Joyner of Mangham, LA; brother, Dr. Lee Roy Joyner of Bogalusa, LA; sister, Mary Margaret Barclift of St. Louis, MO; and sister-in-law, Tezalee Crump and husband J.W. of Ball, LA. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Monday, July 9, 2012, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, 2308 Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA. Online Registry/Condolences: www.MulhearnFuneralHome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 8, 2012

Samuel Clayton Hill A memorial service for Samuel Clayton Hill, 64, will be at 2:00 PM Sunday, July 8 at First United Methodist Church in Monroe. Officiating will be Dr. Larry Stafford. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Sam was born in Monroe, LA on June 1, 1948 to Fred Marzelle Hill, Sr. and Dorothy Taylor Hill. He passed away on Thursday, July 5, 2012 at his home in Monroe. He was preceded in death by his father. Survivors include his mother, his daughters Carmen Hill Eberts of Monroe; Meagan Paige Hill of Ruston; Samantha Ann Hill of West Monroe; his son Craig Duane Hill of Shreveport; and his grandchildren, Alex-Anne and Isabella Shea Eberts and Caleb James Hill. He is also survived by his brothers, Fred Marzelle Hill, Jr. and wife Pam; Danny T. Hill and wife Judy all of Monroe. He was "Uncle Sam" to many special nieces and nephews and is survived by many more aunts, uncles, cousins and special friends. Sam graduated from Ouachita High School and attended Louisiana Tech University where he was a member of Kappa Sigma. As a service technician, Sam worked most of his career in the restaurant and commercial equipment service business. Sam was a motorcycle enthusiast who loved taking road trips with his riding "buddies." As a third generation member of First United Methodist Church, Sam regularly attended the contemporary services and continues to leave a legacy of Christian faith and worship. He lived life to the fullest, cared deeply for others and never met a stranger. Sam was passionate about this family and friends. His light hearted spirit, warm smile and jovial bantering will be missed by all. Pallbearers are Jeff Hill, Stevie Hill, Shane Gregory, Kevin Smith, James Maxwell, Danny Ellis, Bobby Wilder, and Jimmy Hickey and honorary pallbearer Jimmy "JY" Youngblood. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to the First United Methodist Church at 3900 Loop Rd, Monroe, LA 71201. Online condolence messages may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 8, 2012

Louise Salsbury Funeral Services for Louise Salsbury, 80, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM Monday July 9, 2012 at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church in West Monroe with Rev. Randy Burdeaux and Rev. Rick McPhearson officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church Cemetery, West Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Louise Salsbury was born on December 9, 1931 in Jonesboro, LA and passed away on July 6, 2012 in West Monroe, LA. She was a member of the Mt. Vernon Baptist Church where she taught children's bible study for many years. She is survived by her children, Carl Salsbury and wife Shirley, Danny Salsbury and wife Peggy, Kay Brown and husband David, Steve Salsbury, and Chris Salsbury and wife Ann; eleven grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Sunday July 8, 2012 at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to the Mt Vernon Baptist Church or the Alzheimer's Association . Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 8, 2012

Maevoy Powell Talley Funeral Services for Maevoy Powell Talley, 96, of West Monroe, LA will be held on Monday, July 9, 2012 at 10:00 AM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Rev. Woods Watson officiating. Interment will follow in the Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Calhoun. Maevoy Powell Talley, retired nurse and beloved mother of Doris Talley Byers, was welcomed home by God on July 6, 2012 while in ICU at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. Ms. Talley loved God all of her life. She was a good and kind mother. She will be missed until we are together again. She is preceded in death by her husband, Melvin James Talley; parents, Fletcher and Vada Powell; four sisters; and two brothers. She is survived by her daughter, Doris Talley Byers. Pallbearers will be Shelby Ainsworth, Dr. Garland McCorty, Rob Smith, Charles Many, Tom Mulhearn, and Pat Regan. Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM until service time Monday, July 9, 2012 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 8, 2012Johnny Brown, 68 Johnny Brown of West Monroe, owner of a trucking business, died Friday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens in West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

William Clark II, 33 William Clark II of West Monroe died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Hays Colvin, 82 DUBACH -- Hays Colvin, retired owner of Lincoln Timber Co., died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Fellowship Baptist Church. Visitation is 9:30-10:30 a.m. Monday at the church. Burial will be in Fellowship Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Loretta Holmes, 78 VIDALIA -- Loretta Giknes died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Vidalia.

Louise Jarnevich, 79 OAK GROVE -- Louise Brown Jarnevich, a merchant, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m, Sunday at Cox Funeral Home. Visitation is 1 p.m. Sunday until time of service at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oak Grove City Cemetery.

Robert L. King, 65 Robert Leonard King of West Monroe Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Lawrence LeButt, 48 Lawrence Brian LeButt of Monroe, a painter, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

T.J. Parker, 87 MER ROUGE -- T.J. Parker, former mayor of Mer Rouge and retired owner of Parker Chevrolet, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.

James Wainwright Sr., 88 James Clyde Wainwright Sr. of West Monroe, a line foreman for Louisiana Power & Light, died Friday. Graveside services are 1:30 p.m. Sunday at Beulah Church Cemetery, Calhoun. Visitation is 10 a.m. to noon Sunday at Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Amanda Washington, 87 GILBERT -- Amanda Washington, a retired teacher, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at New Zion Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Monday at Richardson and Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in the Oakley Cemetery, Gilbert.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED: Hill, Samuel Clayton: 2 p.m. Sunday, First United Methodist Church, 3900 Loop Road, Monroe. Loe, Melanie: 3 p.m. Sunday, Mount Nebo Church, Downsville. Toney, John: 11 a.m. Monday, Lightwood Baptist Church, Lightwood. Triplett, Susie Kim: 10 a.m. Monday, First Baptist Church, Jonesboro. Turbeville, Velma: 2 p.m. Sunday, South Central Baptist Church, Wisner.

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

Yancy Brasher Funeral services for Yancy Brasher, 58, of West Monroe are 2:00 PM Tuesday, July 10, 2012 at First West, West Monroe with Brother Mark Fenn and Brother Jeff Thomas officiating. Interment will follow at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens in West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Mr. Brasher was born July 30, 1953 and went to be with the Lord on July 7, 2012. Raised in Farmerville, LA, Yancy knew his wife since elementary school and graduated from East Union Academy. He proposed to his wife while they were both attending their Alma Mater, Louisiana Tech University. He was a lifelong Bulldog fan and loved all sports. He was employed with J. C. G. as an engineer and was a member of First West. He was a beloved husband, father, son, brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend. Yancy was an outdoorsman and also loved to travel with his family. He will be remembered as a Godly man that was always willing to put others before himself as he displayed the love of God to everyone he encountered. He loved God, his family, and other people with a servant's heart. "He has told you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?" Micah 6:8 (ESV) He was preceded in death by his Father, James Coy Brasher and brother Atly Brasher. Survivors are his wife of 37 years, Colleen C. Brasher; two children, Courtney Brasher and Caleb Yancy Brasher and fiancé Lia Singleton; mother, Ida Lee Brasher; two sisters, Judy Riser and husband Bob and Sherry Hajec and husband Bob; mother and father-in-law, Hilda and Chiles Carpenter; sister-in-law, Colette Breard and husband Mike; eight nieces and nephews, Seth Riser and wife Julie, Adam Riser and wife Shay, Jared Riser, Allison Hajec, Brandon Hajec, Lyndsey Sikes and husband Alex, Daniel Breard and wife Paige, and Luke Breard; and numerous other relatives and friends. Pallbearers are Mike Breard, Bob Riser, Brandon Hajec, Adam Riser, Seth Riser, Luke Breard, Daniel Breard, and Jared Riser. Honorary pallbearers are Bob Hajec, O. W. Hogan, Rome Fuller, Conrad Bourg, Steve Cook, and Byron Jackson. Visitation is Monday, July 9 from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at First West, West Monroe. In Lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to the Community Transformation Fund at First West, West Monroe or to Ouachita Christian School. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 9, 2012

T. J. Parker MER ROUGE, LA. Theodore James (T.J.) Parker, Sr., former mayor of Mer Rouge, passed away Saturday, July 7, 2012 at Oak Woods of Mer Rouge, Louisiana. A native of Mer Rouge, he was 87 years old. Funeral services will be held at the Mer Rouge Baptist Church on Tuesday, July 10, 2012 at 2:00 PM. Services will be conducted by Reverend Reggie Kirkman and Vincent Baria. Interment with military honors will follow at the Mer Rouge Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop, Louisiana. Born December 26, 1924, T.J. was a veteran of both World War II and the Korean Conflict. After the war, he returned to Mer Rouge and left a legacy of service to his community for which he will forever be remembered. He was a Deacon in the Mer Rouge Baptist Church, President and Board of Directors of Oakwood Nursing Home, Past Master of St. Andrews Lodge, #256, member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Mer Rouge Lions Club, American Legion, Board of Directors of Bastrop-Morehouse Chamber of Commerce and Assistant Chief of the Mer Rouge Volunteer Fire Department. T.J. was the owner of Parker Chevrolet and served on the Board of the Chevrolet Factory Dealer Council. He was on the Board of Directors of Mer Rouge State Bank, and for over 37 years served on the Town Council and as Mayor of Mer Rouge. T.J.'s greatest joys in life were his faith, his family and his friends. He was a devoted husband, a loving father and a precious grandfather. He loved his friends and never met a stranger. His life was a testament to many through his faith in his Lord. Recently, T.J. and his wife, Mary Lou were honored by Wellspring Alliance as one of the outstanding families of Northeast Louisiana based on instilling values of integrity, determination, love and laughter in their own family and giving this back through services to the community. T.J. was preceded in death by his parents, Robert F. Parker and Gladys Cox Parker and his brother, Billy Parker. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Mary Lou Womack Parker; daughters Pamela Parker Kirkman and her husband, Reggie and Cynthia Parker Baria Aycock and her husband, George; son, Ted J. Parker and his wife, Rhonda. Grandchildren, Vince Baria and wife Mary Brooke, Bonnie Baria Hall and husband Billy, Mary Kirkman Hassell and husband Richard, Emily Parker Cage and husband Shelby, Becky Kirkman Goehler and husband Brock, Amanda Parker Hogan and husband Jeremy and Millicent Parker Oldham and husband Tony. Great-grandchildren, Ben, John, Louisa, Hope and Daniel Baria; Anna Baria Hall, Victoria Domino and Scout Hogan; Reese and Rex Goehler, Parker Grace Hassell and Cort Cage. Brothers, William Hugh and Guy Parker and sisters, Roberteen Johnston and Carol Rogers, many nieces and nephews and T.J.'s special little 4 legged friend, Puddin'. Serving as pallbearers will be his grandsons and Dr. Carroll Dew, Lane Pipes, and Michael Alford. Honorary pallbearers will be the Board of Deacons of Mer Rouge Baptist Church, the Board of Directors of Oak Woods Home for the Elderly and the Board of Directors of the Mer Rouge State Bank. Visitation will be at Cox Funeral Home in Bastrop, Louisiana Monday July 9, 2012 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.coxfuneral.com. For those who wish the family requests that any planned memorials be made to the Chimes Fund of the Mer Rouge Baptist Church. Cox Funeral Home Bastrop, Louisiana Published in The News Star on July 9, 2012

Charles E. (Budgie/Charlie) Roemer II Charles E. (Budgie/Charlie) Roemer II died Saturday, July 7, 2012 in his sleep on his farm, Scopena, in south Bossier Parish. After a ten-year struggle, Alzheimer's felled him within sight of his 90th birthday. He is survived by his High School sweetheart and bride of 70 years, Adeline, a partner in all his endeavors, and their five children, seventeen grandchildren, and thirty-six great-grandchildren. All will treasure his bold character, humor and wit, razor-sharp mind, passion for life, and his ever-present compassion for those in need of a helping hand. Born December 11, 1922, a depression-era farm boy, he was reared by his mother and step-father, Maggie and Vernon Mayer. "Budgie" volunteered and served in the Army Air Corp in WW II, attended Louisiana Tech, and graduated Phi Beta Kappa from LSU. Budgie, a farmer at heart, helped LSU introduce a new cotton variety, "Stardel"; specialized in the cultivation of hybrid seed corn; owned an implement dealership, two cotton gins, and several crop dusters. He helped organize REA cooperatives to bring electricity to rural areas in Louisiana, testifying in Congress and the White House to get it done. Living in a time of racial segregation by law, he encouraged minorities to run for office, was a strong civil rights advocate, and at times was physically threatened by those w ho opposed his views. He refused to defer, pointing to a line in the Declaration of Independence, "All men are created equal." His civil rights commitment led him to support a "long-shot" candidate for governor in 1970-71, Congressman Edwin Edwards. He helped manage that successful campaign employing many innovative political techniques. Afterwards, Budgie became Louisiana's Commissioner of Administration for 8 years, gaining a reputation for swift, fair management decisions to bring the operations of State Government into better focus and discipline. In Parishes across Louisiana, he earned the reputation as a "good man" doing a tough job. Budgie supported everything in which his children and grandchildren were involved. He, Adeline, and his five children drove to the national parks of America every summer in a car with five kids in the back seat, no super highways, no airplanes, no campers, no credit cards, just a twenty-five dollars or less motel room for seven, and 35 cent gasoline. He drove the family roundtrip to every LSU home football game, and then, to Methodist Church early the next morning. He loved movies, books, games, and cards and tried to teach the boys poker, at which he was a "master". Most of all, he loved tennis, built a concrete court in the front yard, had a wicked left-handed serve and slice, and loved doubles. A special thank you to the caregivers both professional and family over the past several years who did such loving work, to the nine grandson pallbearers and the fourteen honorary pallbearers including the five granddaughters and the Honorarble Edwin Edwards. On behalf of you all and the hundreds we are unable to mention in this brief recollection of a life fully lived, here is to Budgie Roemer, a giant of a man. Love and thanks for giving so much to so many. So long, Dad. Rose-Neath Funeral Home Bossier City, LA Published in The News Star on July 9, 2012

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

Billy Clark, 33 Funeral services for William "Billy" Wayne Clark II, 33 of West Monroe will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 11, 2012 at Ouachita Baptist Church in West Monroe, under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Ed Townley and Marvin Wink will be officiating. Billy was born July 2, 1979 in Monroe, LA and was called home to be with his heavenly father July 4, 2012. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Frank Darden; great-grandparents, Ruby and Tom Clark of Gloster, MS; Uncle, Billy Darden He is survived by his parents, Cindy Darden Hudson of Mineral Wells, TX and Billy Clark of Lonoke, AR; daughter, Katelynn Clark of Monroe; brother, Collin Clark of Lonoke, AR; grandparents, Maxine Darden of West Monroe and Wayne and Kitty Clark of Gloster, MS; girlfriend, Stacy Moore; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Ouachita Baptist Church Building Fund. And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain for the former things are passed away. Rev. 21:4 Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffinfuneralhome.net Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 10, 2012

Syble Morrel (Brooks) Lockling Graveside services for Syble Morrel (Brooks) Lockling age 76, of Farmerville, LA., will be held at 10:00 A.M. Monday, July 16, 2012 at Christ Cemetery in Bastrop, LA. Officiating will be John Saunders. Visitation will be held Wednesday, July 11, 2012 at 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Syble was born on August 11, 1935 in Bastrop, LA., and passed away on July 7, 2012 in Minden, LA. She was a retired Fabric clerk for Wal-Mart in Farmerville, LA., and she also worked at West Monroe, Wal-Mart. She loved her family very deeply and her Wal-Mart family. Survivors include her son David New of Farmerville, LA; grandson, David New Jr. and, granddaughter Elizabeth Marie New. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Homes Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on July 10, 2012

Flossie "Bebe" Noble Funeral services for Flossie "Bebe" Noble of Rayville, LA will be held at the Union United Methodist Church in Charlieville, LA at 10:30 AM on Wednesday, July 11, 2012 with pastor Dana Thrash officiating. The burial will follow services at the Union United Methodist Church Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home-Rayville, LA. Ms. Noble died after a lengthy illness on July 7, 2012 at St. Francis Medical Center in Monroe. Bebe was a retired CNA and homemaker having been married to the late Dr. George Collins Hubbard of Rayville, LA. Bebe was preceeded in death by her father and mother, Charles Mark and Bena Noble of Charlieville, LA. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM, Tuesday, July 10, 2012. Survivors include her son Charles Ola Jones Jr. and wife Tammy of Herriman, UT, daughters Mary Noble Lord of Nashville, TN and Catherine Legg and husband Don of Monroe, LA. Grandchildren include: Adrienne Jones, Connor Jones, Cameron Jones, Cole Jones, Chris Chunn, and wife Meaghan, Heather Bryan and husband Clay, Ashley Hamel, Vaughn Hamel, Corbin Legg, Kaleb Legg, and Bailey Richardson, and eight great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will include: Charles Mark Noble III, Charles Ola Jones Jr., Vaughn Hamel, Jim Ball, Don Legg, and Chris Chunn. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Union Cemetery Association 2785 Hwy 132, Rayville, LA, 71269 or Saint Jude's Hospital. Online registry/condolences at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on July 10, 2012

Joe Ann Seal Funeral Services for Joe Ann Seal, 73, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00AM Tuesday, July 10, 2012 at Auburn Avenue Presbyterian Church, Monroe with Pastor Steve Wilkins officiating. Interment will be held at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home. Mrs. Seal was born on December 2, 1938 in Liberty, KY and passed away on July 8, 2012 in West Monroe, LA. She was a loving mother and grandmother who enjoyed gardening, reading, doing crossword puzzles and playing trivial pursuit, but her most favorite activity was spending time with her family and grandchildren. Mrs. Seal was a homemaker and later in life retired from James Mock State Farm Insurance as an executive assistant. Mrs. Seal graduated from Northeast Louisiana University in 1986 with a degree in Business Management. She was one of the founding and current members of Auburn Avenue Presbyterian Church, Ladies Bible Study and Lunch Bunch. Mrs. Seal is preceded in death by her husband, Hubert C. Seal. She is survived by her son, Ty Seal and wife Tammy; daughters, Stari Benedict and husband Larry, and Traci Agin; grandchildren, Seth, Anna Beth, Christian and Caroline Seal, Cade Benedict and wife Marissa, Will, Jack and John Issac Agin, Lynzi Berg and husband Lucas; and two great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Seth T. Seal, Will Agin, Cade Benedict, and the elders of Auburn Avenue Presbyterian Church. Visitation will be from 9:00AM until service time Tuesday, July 10, 2012 at Auburn Avenue Presbyterian Church, Monroe. The family would like to give a very special thanks to Dr. Rob Maddox and all the ICU nurses at Glenwood Regional Medical Center for their compassionate care of Mrs. Joe Ann during her final days. Also, a special thanks to the staff at Azalea Estates and her many friends who visited with Mrs. Joe Ann throughout the years. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 10, 2012

Barbara Anderson, 60 Barbara Anderson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Yancy Brasher, 58 Yancy Brasher of West Monroe, an engineer, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at First Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Linda Clemons, 59 Linda Clemons of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Henry V. Adams Cemetery.

Melinda C. Coats, 41 JONESBORO — Melinda Choate Coats of Saline, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Old Saline Baptist Church, Saline. Visitation is 4 p.m. Tuesday at the church until service time on Wednesday. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Lola Flood, 91 Lola Flood of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Bethel Church of God in Christ, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7:30 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Virginia C.S. Gilmore, 96 Virginia Cotton Sadler Gilmore of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe.

Lawrence B. LeButt, 48 Lawrence Brian LeButt of Monroe, a painter, died Friday. Memorial services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at River of Life, Winnsboro. Arrangements are under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Josephine W. Lee, 71 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Josephine W. Lee, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Cain Ridge No. 2 Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in King Solomon Church Cemetery.

Gladys F. Nash, 90 DELHI — Gladys Freeman Nash, a retired educator, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Delhi High School. Catholic Mass is 6 p.m. Friday at St. Theresa Catholic Church, Delhi. Burial will be in Cloud Creek Cemetery under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Delhi.

Lester L. Pace, 87 JONESBORO — Lester Laine Pace of Hodge, a machine tender, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Gayla Traina Cemetery, Jonesboro.

Emma Jean Reynolds, 81 Emma Jean Reynolds of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Monroe.

Elbert Truelove, 76 JONESBORO — Elbert Truelove of Chatham, a logger, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Chatham Pentecostal Church. Visitation is Tuesday at the church until service time. Burial will be in Chatham Cemetery, Chatham.

Rev. Walter Wilhite, 52 OAKLAND, Calif. — The Rev. Walter Wilhite, formerly of Monroe, a Baptist minister, died June 16. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

Moses Williams Sr., 95 TALLULAH — Moses Williams Sr., a retired police officer, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.

Robertine Wooten, 69 COLUMBIA — Robertine Wooten, a teacher, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Cuba Baptist Church, Bosco. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Camp, Joy J.: 2 p.m. Tuesday, First Christian Church, Monroe. Hughes, Letha Mae Hays Flowers: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Christ Church Cemetery, Bastrop. Lockling, Syble Morrel (Brooks): 10 a.m. Monday, Christ Church Cemetery, Bastrop. Noble, Flossie "Bebe" Stephens: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Union United Methodist Church, Charlieville. Parker Sr., Theodore James "T.J.": 2 p.m. Tuesday, Mer Rouge Baptist Church, Mer Rouge. Seal, Joe Ann: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Auburn Avenue Presbyterian Church, Monroe. Washington, Amanda: 11 a.m. Tuesday, New Zion Baptist Church, Winnsboro.

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

Gettie Sue Bamburg Funeral Services for Gettie Sue Bamburg, 81, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday, July 12, 2012 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Rev. Warren Eckhardt officiating. Interment will follow in the Hasley Cemetery. Sue was born on August 29, 1930 and passed away at her residence on July 9, 2012. She is preceded in death by her parents, C.J. and Veda Goss and her brother, Jack Goss. Survivors include her husband, Milton D. Bamburg; son, David M. Bamburg and wife, Marion; four step-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Betty Goss; brother-in-law, Richard N. Bamburg and wife, Betty; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held from 12:00 PM until service time Thursday. In Lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital . The family would like to give a special thank you to her nurse, Heather Berry, her caregivers, Jose and Estela Ramirez, who took excellent care of her during her illness. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 11, 2012

Linda Jean Whitlock Funeral services for Linda Jean Whitlock, 68, will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 12, 2012 at Summer Grove Baptist Church. Officiating will be Dr. Murry Hodge. Graveside will be held at 2:00 p.m. at Roselawn Cemetery in Calhoun, LA. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, July 11, 2012 at Rose-Neath Southside. Linda was born September 27, 1943 in Delhi, LA to Claude and Nola Stewart. She passed away July 8, 2012 at home with her family in Keithville. Linda will best be remembered for her testimony of Christ, shown through her acts of kindness and her generous spirit. Linda was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Claude Stewart. Left to forever honor her memory are her husband and best friend for over 49 years, Harold L. Whitlock; daughters, Julie Smith and husband, Bobby, and Tonya Rascoe and husband, Richard; grandchildren, Craig Rascoe, Cara Rascoe, Hayden Hawkins, Daniel Hawkins, Jared Hawkins, Jamey Smith, Trey Smith, and Braelyn Smith; siblings, Carolyn Foster, J.M. Stewart, and Clyde Stewart; and special niece, Harlee Skelton. Pallbearers will be Craig Rascoe, Hayden Hawkins, Daniel Hawkins, Jared Hawkins, Trey Smith, and Robert Whitlock. Linda loved to help others in the community through her Sunday School Class. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Bruce Hardcastle Sunday School Class c/o Summer Grove Baptist Church, 8924 Jewella Ave, 71118 or to the charity of your choice . Rose-Neath Funeral Home Southside Chapel (318) 687-1256 Published in The News Star on July 11, 2012Mardell Banks, 58 RAYVILLE — Mardell Banks, a laborer, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Tennant Funeral Home. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Royal Blue Cemetery.

Warren J. Etier, 65 Warren Theodis Jones Etier of Monroe, a laborer, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Henry Eubanks, 85 WINNSBORO — Henry Eubanks died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home.

Terry Harris, 34 BASTROP — Terry Harris, an assembly line operator at ConAgra, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Greater First Church of God in Christ. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Thursday at Tennant Funeral Home. Burial will be in Jerusalem Cemetery, Mer Rouge.

Isabell Houston, 85 TALLULAH — Isabell Houston, a machine operator, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Luke Baptist Church, Newellton. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Spring Hill Baptist Church, Tallulah. Burial will be in Wyoming Cemetery, Newellton, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Hilton Huffman, 82 BASTROP — Hilton Thomas "Hickey" Huffman, a retired farmer, died Monday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Oak Grove Cemetery, Oak Grove. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Donnie R. Hughes, 52 WISNER — Donnie R. Hughes, a farmer, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Newlight Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Daughter of Zion Cemetery, Extension.

Willie Hughes Jr., 58 RUSTON — Willie B. "Bill" Hughes Jr., a utilities operator, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Wesley Chapel Cemetery.

Josephine W. Lee, 71 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Josephine W. Lee, a homemaker, died July 3. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Northstar Missionary Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Harris Funeral Home. Burial will be in King Solomon Church Cemetery.

Salvador Miletello, 86 Salvador Miletello of Monroe, a business owner, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Mechelle Mitchell, 42 Mechelle Mitchell of Sterlington, a licensed practical nurse, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Olive Baptist Church, Oak Grove. Visitation is 10 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Southside Cemetery, Oak Grove, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Rosie M. Morgan, 63 NEWELLTON — Rosie M. Morgan, an office manager, died Friday. Services are noon Saturday at United Shiloh Solomon Temple Baptist Church. Visitation is 11 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Moss Grove Cemetery under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home.

Fred A. Toney, 73 Fred A. Toney of West Monroe died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Richardson Funeral Home. Burial will be in Hall Cemetery, Rhymes.

Daphyne S. Washington, 42 WINNSBORO — Daphyne S. Washington, a certified nurse's assistant, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at St. John Baptist Church. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home. Burial will be in Gethsemane Memorial Gardens.

Sonny West, 76 WINNSBORO — Sonny West died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Gill First National Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery.

Moses Williams Sr., 79 TALLULAH — Moses Williams Sr., a retired police officer, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.

Ollie Young, 80 Ollie Young of Monroe, a nurse's assistant, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Thursday at Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Clemons, Linda: 11 a.m. Thursday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Coats, Melinda Choate: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Old Saline Baptist Church, Saline. Flood, Lola: 1 p.m. Saturday, Bethel Church of God in Christ, Monroe. Gilmore, Virginia C. Sadler: 2 p.m. Saturday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Lockling, Syble Morrel (Brooks): 10 a.m. Monday, Christ Church Cemetery, Bastrop. Nash, Gladys Freeman: 10 a.m. Saturday, Delhi High School. Noble, Flossie "Bebe" Stephens: 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Union United Methodist Church, Charlieville. Pace, Lester Laine: 11 a.m. Thursday, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Reynolds, Emma Jean: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Wilhite, The Rev. Walter: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Wooten, Robertine: 1 p.m. Saturday, Cuba Baptist Church, Bosco.

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

Bobby Gene "Fitz" Fitzgerald Funeral services for Bobby Gene "Fitz" Fitzgerald age 75 of Clarks will be held 2:00 PM Friday July 13, 2012 from the Columbia Chapel of Riser Funeral Home. Interment will follow in the Old Bethel Cemetery at Clarks. Visitation will be on Thursday evening July 12, 2012 from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the funeral home located at 7131 U S Highway 165. Bobby Gene Fitzgerald was born on March 24, 1937 at Grayson, LA to the union of his parents, Eddie F. Fitzgerald and Audie Fleda Watson Fitzgerald. He was preceded in death by his parents, by his infant daughter, Pamela Renee Fitzgerald; and by eight brothers and sisters, Ed Fitzgerald, Waitsel Fitzgerald, Ezra Fitzgerald, Julie Scribner, Gloria Jean Douglas, Geraldine Fitzgerald, Maxine Nussbaum, and Bill Fitzgerald. Mr. Fitzgerald was a retired logger and was a member of the First United Pentecostal Church in Clarks. Left to cherish his memory, his beloved wife, Judy W. Fitzgerald of Clarks; his son, Bobby W. Fitzgerald and wife Priscilla of Indian Springs, AL, his daughter, Tammy Crawford and husband Billy, of Kelly; and his son, Chris Fitzgerald and wife Robin, of Birmingham, AL; his brother, Watson Fitzgerald of Clarks; and his grandchildren, Austin, Sabrina, Tyler, Drew, Jacob, and Zach. Pallbearers include Buster Curry, Glen Ainsworth, James Douglas, Jimmy Douglas, Gerald Whittington, Austin Fitzgerald, Tyler Fitzgerald, Donald "Duke" Wallace, Drew Fitzgerald, and Jacob Fitzgerald. Honorary pallbearers will be Connie Mack Exline and Glenn Barnhill. Online registry/ condolences: riserfuneralhome.com Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Published in The News Star on July 12, 2012

Salvatore Miletello, Jr. "Sam" A memorial service honoring the life of Salvatore Miletello, Jr. will be at 10:00 AM, Friday, July 13, 2012 at St. Matthew's Catholic Church with Rev. Richard Norsworthy, Rev. Lijo Thomas and Msgr. Edmund Moore officiating. Interment will be in the Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum on Hwy 80 under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Miletello was born in Maringouin, Louisiana on December 25, 1925. He died on July 10, 2012 at St. Francis Hospital. He is preceded in death by his wife of fifty-eight years, Estelle Leon Miletello, and his parents, Salvatore Joseph Miletello, Sr. and Josephine Catalano Miletello, sister Virginia Miletello Fontana Cascio, sister Josephine Miletello Scalia, brother Leon Salvadore Miletello, Sr. Surviving children are: Salvadore Joseph Miletello, III and his wife, Stephanie, and Patricia Jo Costanza and her husband, Joe. His grandchildren include: Salvadore Joseph Miletello, IV and his wife, Kendra, Jennifer Costanza, Wendy Miletello Thomas and her husband Greg, Mark Leon Miletello and his wife, Tammy, April Frank and her husband, Eddie Wayne, Sean Walters, Christina Walters, Sal Christopher Miletello and his wife, Krystal, Jon-Erik Miletello and Cecilia Rose Costanza. His great grandchildren are Kristin Ringle, Madison Ringle, Brittny Hudson, Cori Thomas, Faith Estelle Miletello, Bailey Frank, Hope Christina Miletello, Jon Mark Miletello, Samuel Thomas Swens Miletello, Luke Joseph Miletello, Jed Frank, Laci Thomas, Nicolas Cade Miletello, Izabella Miletello, Konnor Miletello, and Gregory Thomas. His surviving brothers and sisters are: Frank Miletello, Katie Miletello, Nellie and Charles Cicero, and Mitchell and Jodie Miletello. Mr. Salvatore (Sam) started in the grocery business in 1946 with three locations, Sal's Triple S on Renwick St, Salvadore's Grocery on DeSiard, and Martin's Grocery on Adams. Through these businesses, he blessed thousands of families by supplying food to many in these neighborhoods. He was the President of the Progressive Men's' Club in the 80's. He opened JJ's Men and Boys clothing business in 1981. While clothing many men and boys for every occasion, what he talked about most was blessing every new Priest that came to Monroe with suits for serving the Lord. He served as an usher for his church, St. Matthews Catholic church for 60 years. For 15 years, the first thing he did was open up every church in city. Each day during those 15 years, he received communion. What people remember most about Mr. Salvatore was his garden on Roselawn and North 8th. He is a legend because of that garden. He grew this garden to not just eat, which was his favorite thing to do, but to give away to everyone he came contact with. Every family member received deliveries of vegetables from Mr. Sam. He even went back to the 7th floor of the hospital and gave all the nurses food from his garden that took care of him on one stay. Whatever was left over, he would take to Salvation Army kitchen for the homeless. He had this garden for 30 plus years. He loved God, family, and his friends most of all. He never met a stranger. He was a pillar in the black community. He was always available to help people in meeting needs. He was always a giving and calming force in our family and his community. He shared his life passage with his family which is Psalms 100. He wants all to remember most about him for loving Jesus, his church and serving the Lord with gladness. He finished well!! Pallbearers will be Sal Miletello, IV, Mark Miletello, Jon-Erik Miletello, Sal Christopher Miletello, Mike Miletello, Greg Thomas and Eddie Wayne Frank. Honorary pallbearers will be Leon (Sonny) Salvadore Miletello, Jr., Gerald Miletello, Ronnie Miletello, Joe Francis Scalia, Frankie Miletello, S.J. Cicero and Charles Leon. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM-7:00 PM Thursday, July 12, 2012 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. A Vigil Wake will be at 6:00 PM. The family would like to thank Patrica Thibeaux-Elliot for her dedicated service to him during his life and being his best friend. The family would also like to thank Nedra Sharp and Wanda Simpson for serving him with love. Donations should be made to St. Matthew's Catholic Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 12, 2012

Andrew Adams Jr., 63 Andrew Adams Jr. of Monroe, a laborer, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals of McFarland, Monroe.

Barbara Anderson, 60 Barbara Anderson of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Dellwood Church of God in Christ, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Gettie Bamburg, 81 Gettie Sue Bamburg of West Monroe, a bookkeeper, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is noon Thursday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

George Dunn, 81 George G. "Pete" Dunn of Monroe, retired operator with Riverwood International Plant 70, died Tuesday. Memorial services are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Warren T. Etier, 65 Warren Theodis Brown Etier of Monroe, a laborer, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Unity Church of God in Christ, Monroe. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Henry H. Eubanks, 85 WINNSBORO — Henry H. Eubanks died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at River of Life Church. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Thursday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will be in Fort Necessity Baptist Cemetery.

Leola Gene, 87 Leola Gene of Monroe, a cook, died July 3. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Paul Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 3-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Wanda Jenkins, 55 Wanda Jenkins of Monroe, a homemaker, died July 3. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Joe B. Moore, 62 FARMERVILLE — Joe B. Moore died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Willie Davis Jr. Recreation Center. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. Friday at Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will be in St. John Baptist Church Cemetery.

Tressie M. Ward, 73 Tressie Miller Ward of Monroe, a retired social worker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals of McFarland, Monroe.

Vennie C. Watson, 87 OAK GROVE — Vennie Cleo Watson, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Goodwill Church of God. Visitation is 2 p.m. Thursday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Red Wing Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home.

Nancy Webb, 72 Nancy Mae Webb of Monroe, activities director at Avalon Place, died Tuesday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Other arrangements are incomplete.

Damon Wiggins, 37 DODSON — Damon Delane Wiggins, a millwright, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Cypress Creek Baptist Church. Visitation begins at 5 p.m. Friday at Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Banks, Mardell: 11 a.m. Saturday, Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Clemons, Linda: 11 a.m. Thursday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Flood, Lola: 1 p.m. Saturday, Bethel Church of God in Christ, Monroe. Gilmore, Virginia C. Sadler: 2 p.m. Saturday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Harris, Terry: 11 a.m. Friday, Greater First Church of God in Christ, Bastrop. Houston, Isabell: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Luke Baptist Church, Newellton. Huffman, Hilton Thomas "Hickey": 10 a.m. Thursday, Oak Grove Cemetery, Oak Grove. Hughes, Donnie R.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Newlight Baptist Church, Wisner. Hughes Jr., Willie B. "Bill": 10 a.m. Thursday, Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston. Lee, Josephine W.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Northstar Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Lockling, Syble Morrel (Brooks): 10 a.m. Monday, Christ Church Cemetery, Bastrop. Mitchell, Mechelle: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Oak Grove. Morgan, Rosie M.: noon Saturday, United Shiloh Solomon Temple Baptist Church, Newellton. Nash, Gladys Freeman: 10 a.m. Saturday, Delhi High School. Pace, Lester Laine: 11 a.m. Thursday, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Washington, Daphyne S.: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. John Baptist Church, Winnsboro. West, Sonny: 10 a.m. Thursday, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Wooten, Robertine: 1 p.m. Saturday, Cuba Baptist Church, Bosco. Young, Ollie: 11 a.m. Friday, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, West Monroe.

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

Billie C. Pool Funeral services for Billie C. Pool, 80, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, July 14, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Dr. Alfred Mack officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Pool passed away Thursday, July 12, 2012, at St. Francis Medical Center. She was a retired Tax Collection Officer for the Louisiana State Revenue Department. Sister Billie Pool was a member of Philadelphia Word Center Church in Monroe, LA. Mrs. Pool was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald "Sonny" Pool; and brother, Millage. Survivors include her children, Leslie White and husband Mark, Philip Pool and wife Karen, and Gerald "Babe" Pool and wife Kathy; grandchildren, Bradley, Allison, Stacie, Jeffrey, Amanda, Caleb and fiancé Kelsey, and Luke; great grandchildren, Jada, Macy, Caden, Xander, Brady, and Gentry; sisters, Mollie Sims and Lillian Freeman; and numerous nieces and nephews. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to Philadelphia Word Center Church or Seeker Springs. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 13, 2012

Elvin Edward "Honey" Reagan Funeral services for Elvin Edward "Honey" Reagan, 92 of Baskin, LA will be held at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home on Saturday, July 14, 2012 at 10:00 AM with Rev. Floyd Hawthorne, Rev. Mark Powell and Rev. Eric Day officiating. Interment will follow at Reagan Cemetery in Baskin under the direction of Young's Community Memorial. Elvin Reagan was born on January 24, 1920 in Baskin, Louisiana and passed away Wednesday, July 11, 2012 at St. Francis Medical Center. He was a resident of Baskin, a farmer and cattleman, and a retired parish employee. Mr. Reagan was a member of the Pentecostal faith. He was preceded in death by: Father-Edward Coleman Reagan; Mother-Seleta Reagan and 8 Brothers and 3 Sisters. Survivors include: His Wife of 72 years, Allie Reagan of Baskin, LA; Son-Marion Reagan and wife Paula of Monroe, LA; Daughter-Dixie Bishop and husband Bing of Monroe, LA; 4 Grandchildren-Duane Taylor of West Monroe, LA, Everett Reagan and wife Pam of Bossier City, LA, Brad Bishop and wife Johanna of Houston, TX, Justin Bishop and wife Sarah of Monroe, LA; 7 Great grandchildren: Reagan, Hannah, Brooke, Riley, Will, Austin, and Coleman. The Pallbearers will be -Don Southern, Floyd Jones, Jack Heath, Jimmy Parker, Randy Welch, Simmie Welch and Vestal Ferguson. The Honorary Pallbearers will be Grandsons. The family will receive friends at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Friday, July 13, 2012. The family would like to thank the Staffs of Oaks Nursing Home and St. Francis Medical Center for all their care and love that they showed to Mr. Reagan. To leave an online condolence for the family please visit www.youngscommunity.com Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Published in The News Star on July 13, 2012

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

In Memory of Wayne Ervin 12/25/1932 - 7/14/2002 The passing of time has not faded our most fond memories of your faithful love and devotion that you so generously shared with us throughout your wonderful and charitable life. We look forward to the day and time we will share God's perpetual light with you in heaven. Love Forever, Your loving wife, children, spouses, and grandchildren Published in The News Star on July 14, 2012

Obie Derrick Franks Funeral services for Obie Derrick Franks, 76, of West Monroe, will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, June 15, 2012, in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Chaplain Clay Cain will be officiating. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Franks was born January 2, 1936 in Downsville, LA and she passed away July 13, 2012 in West Monroe, LA. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Obie is survived by her daughters, Karen Edmonds, and Cheri Cumpton and husband Tommy; five grandchildren; and eight great grandchildren. Pallbearers are Rueben McClanahan, Derek McClanahan, Darrell Dunn, Jacob White, Kenneth McNeil, and Roy Wisdom. Visitation will be held Saturday from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Special thanks to caregiver Elvis Stelly and to St. Joseph's Hospice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 14, 2012

Madeleine Anne Lensing Madeleine Anne Lensing, 61, a native of Lake Providence, LA and resident of Houma, LA passed away on Wednesday July 11, 2012. Visitation will be held on Saturday, July 14, 2012, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Cox Funeral Home in Lake Providence. Funeral Services will be held on Sunday, July 15, 2012, at 2:00 p.m. at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Lake Providence with Father Mark Watson officiating. Interment will be in the Lake Providence City Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Cox Funeral Home. Madeleine was preceded in death by her parents, Patsy and Casper Lensing and nephew Cpl. William Casper "Will" Lensing. She is survived by her son, Neal Edward Blades and wife Michelle; two grandchildren, Justin and Amber Foret; four brothers, Casper "Marty" Lensing and wife Donna, William "Bill" Lensing and wife Cindy, Luke Lensing and wife Allyson, Ford Lensing and wife Kaye; three nieces, Anna Richard, Tammy Marsh, and Laura Calhoun; four nephews, John Lensing, Bryan Lensing, Jake Lensing, and Paul Lensing. Madeleine was a retired Terrebonne Parish teacher who touched the lives of numerous students. She was a very loving, giving, and caring person who loved animals. She will be truly missed by her family and friends. Pallbearers will be Paul Lensing, John Lensing, Jake Lensing, Bryan Lensing, Joel Richard, Bart Calhoun. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Madeleine's name to My Heart's Desire, P.O. Box 3553 Houma, LA 70361. To leave condolences to the family www.coxfuneral.com Cox Funeral Home Lake Providence, LA Published in The News Star on July 14, 2012

Nancy Lee Webb "Nana" Funeral services for Nancy Lee Webb "Nana", 72, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, July 15, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Mr. Glenn Gore officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Webb was born in El Dorado, AR and attended Farmerville High School and Louisiana Tech University. Mrs. Webb passed away Tuesday, July 10, 2012 at St. Francis Medical Center. She was preceded in death by parents, Ben and Josephine Lee. Mom's number one love was her family! Her children, grand-children, and great grand-children were the light of her life and they were always running to keep up with her. She was well known for her shopping and she never passed up an opportunity for a great bargain. Mom donated and volunteered at many charity organizations. Her love of music and her passion for all types of music (country, rock, and jazz) led her on many adventures. She loved sports, especially football, the New Orleans Saints and L.S.U. Tigers were "HER" teams. She never missed a game. Mom's adventures led to numerous celebrity events where she became friends with countless "famous" athletes and major recording artists. We extend our special appreciation to Dawne Walsworth for giving Mom the job opportunity that turned into the most cherished years of her life. She genuinely loved Randee Mann, her co-workers, and all the residents at Avalon. A big thank you to Miriam, Alice and Judy for being Mom's special angels! Survivors include her children, Marjo Webb Collins and husband Mike of Monroe, Terri Webb Bonds and husband Jeff of West Monroe, Curtis Lee Webb of Downsville, and Linda Kay Webb Gore and husband Paul of Downsville; brother, Jeff Lee of New Orleans; grand-children, Sara LeDoux, Cooper Collins, Stephen Bonds and wife Caroline, Drennon Bonds, Lauren Bonds, Justin Webb, Ashley Gore Butler and husband Chris, and Matthew Gore; two great grand-children, Adaline Bonds and Nathan Bonds; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. Pallbearers are Mike Collins, Jeff Bonds, Paul Gore, Stephen Bonds, Drennon Bonds, Matthew Gore, Justin Webb, and Chris Butler. Visitation will be Saturday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home on Sterlington Road in Monroe. Our family would like to thank all who prayed for us and loved her as much as we did. She will be enormously missed, but we will find comfort in knowing that the Lord is so merciful and she is now at peace. We Love You Nancy, Mom, Nana, and Sister. Thanks to prayers, and the staff at M D Anderson, Mom was a "Cancer Survivor"! In lieu of flowers, please send donations to M D Anderson, Houston, TX. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 14, 2012

Andrew Adams Jr., 60 Andrew Adams Jr. of Monroe, a laborer, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery.

Wilber Chisholm, 75 Wilber "Sonny" Chisholm of West Monroe, retired truck driver, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens.

Maria Clairday, 74 Maria Clairday of West Monroe died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Thelma Cockerham, 82 RUSTON — Thelma Cockerham, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mount Zion Cemetery, Clay.

Viola Collins, 61 Viola Collins of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

John W. Gibson, 60 John W. Gibson of Monroe, a funeral attendant, died Saturday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Forest Lawn Funeral Home, Pineville. Arrangements are under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Randy Gibson, 67 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Randy Gibson, a nurse, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Lake Providence Senior High School. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Wednesday at Brannum Funeral Home. Burial will be in Gaither Memorial Cemetery.

Robert E. Grace, 55 NEWELLTON — Robert Earl Grace died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Arthur L. Hamilton, 86 BASTROP — Arthur Lee Hamilton, a retired International Paper Co. employee, died Thursday. Private services for the family will be under the direction of Cox Funeral Home.

Madeleine A. Lensing, 61 HOUMA — Madeleine Ann Lensing, formerly of Lake Providence, a retired teacher, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Saturday at Cox Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Lake Providence Cemetery.

Edward Newson, 59 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Edward Newson died Monday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at Northstar Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will be in Lonestar Cemetery under the direction of Harris Funeral Home.

Billie C. Pool, 80 Billie C. Pool of Monroe, a retired tax collection officer for the Louisiana State Revenue Department, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Steven C. Smith, 61 WINNFIELD — Steven Clark Smith, a controller, died Friday. Memorial services are 4 p.m. Wednesday at Saline Lake. Arrangements are under the direction of Southern Funeral Home.

Jerry O. Walker, 79 PINEVILLE — Jerry O. Walker, retired Navy veteran, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Forest Lawn Funeral Home. Visitation is 9 a.m. Saturday until time of service. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.

Tressie M. Ward, 73 Tressie Miller Ward of Monroe, a retired social worker, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Springhill Baptist Church, Marion. No visitation. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED: Anderson, Barbara: 11 a.m. Saturday, Dellwood Church of God in Christ, Monroe. Banks, Mardell: 11 a.m. Saturday, Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Beal, James E.: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Lucy Catholic Church, Hodge. Brown, Warren Theodis: 11 a.m. Saturday, Unity Church of God in Christ, Hwy. 15, Monroe. Flood, Lola: 1 p.m. Saturday, Bethel Church of God in Christ, Monroe. Gene, Leola: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe. Houston, Isabell: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Luke Baptist Church, Newellton. Hughes, Donnie R.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Newlight Baptist Church, Wisner. Jones, Warrren Theodis: 11 a.m. Saturday, Unity Church of God in Christ, Hwy. 15, Monroe. King, Robert Leonard: 10 a.m. Saturday, Liberty Grove Baptist Church of God, West Monroe. Kline Sr., Edward: 11 a.m. Saturday, New Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Lee, Dora Atkins: 3 p.m. Sunday, Truelight Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Lee, Josephine W.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Northstar Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Lockling, Syble Morrel (Brooks): 10 a.m. Monday, Christ Church Cemetery, Bastrop. Mitchell, Mechelle: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Oak Grove. Moore, Joe B.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Willie Davis Jr. Recreation Center, Farmerville. Morgan, Rosie M.: noon Saturday, United Shiloh Solomon Temple Baptist Church, Newellton. Nash, Gladys Freeman: 10 a.m. Saturday, Delhi High School. Prine, Virginia E.: 2 p.m. Saturday, Lafayette Memorial Park Cemetery, Lafayette. Reagan, Elvin E. "Honey": 10 a.m. Saturday, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home. Washington, Daphyne S.: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. John Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Wiggins, Damon Delane: 10 a.m. Saturday, Cypress Creek Baptist Church, Dodson. Wooten, Robertine: 1 p.m. Saturday, Cuba Baptist Church, Bosco.

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

Gary Raymond Carr Memorial Service for Mr. Gary Raymond Carr, 58, of Ruston, LA, formerly of Monroe will be held at 2:00 PM, Monday, July 16, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe with Rev. Jo Ann Cooper officiating. Mr. Carr passed away on July 14, 2012, at the Northern Louisiana Medical Center. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Monroe. Mr. Carr had formerly worked with his family at Carr Supply Co. He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond "Jack" and Gloria Carr. Survivors include his brother, Ronald Jackson Carr and his wife Cheryl Gardner Carr; sister, Linda Ann Carr; son, Chris Carr; daughter, Heather Carr; grandson, Isaiah Moss; aunts, Kitty Colbert and Elizabeth Powers and husband Rocky; and numerous cousins. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM Monday until service time at Mulhearn Funeral Home. The family would like to thank the staff of Ruston Rehabilitation Nursing Home. Memorials may be made to the 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 July 15, 2012

Wilber "Sonny" Chisholm Funeral service for Wilber "Sonny" Chisholm, 75 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, July 17, 2012, in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Rev. Stanton Groan will be officiating. Interment will follow at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mr. Chisholm was born September 10, 1936 in Rayville, LA and passed away July 12, 2012 in West Monroe, LA. He served in the United States Navy and was a retired truck driver. Mr. Chisholm was preceded in death by his parents, Daniel Hines and Thelma Esters Chisholm; brothers, Sam, Clarence, and Benny Chisholm. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. Mr. Chisholm was a hard working provider for his family, he loved to sit on the porch and work in the yard. Survivors are his wife Victoria M. Chisholm; daughter, Sharon Chisholm Golsby and husband Mike; grandson/son, Austin Wright; granddaughter, Gracie Wright; sister, Barbara Jones; brothers, Ed Chisholm and wife Rita, Jimmy Chisholm and wife Edna and Billie Chisholm and wife Sylvia; numerous step-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Austin Wright, Glen Chisholm, Greg Chisholm, Jason Haney, Lesley Desadier, Brad Chisholm, Pete Chisholm and James Searcy. Visitation will be held Monday, July 16, 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 July 15, 2012

Purvis Christian We lost another member of America's Greatest Generation. A Soldier Died Today. Funeral service for retired Air Force Master Sergeant Mr. Purvis Christian, 91, of Spearsville LA will be held at 2:00 pm Monday at Mt. Union Baptist Church in Spearsville LA with Bro. Jarod Hawthorne officiating. Interment will at the church cemetery under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home in Farmerville. Mr. Purvis was born December 20, 1920 in the Mt. Union community to Mr. Lee Dewitt Christian and Mrs. Mary Boatwright Christian. He passed from this life from congestive heart failure on July 13th 2012. He was the oldest of two children. His father later remarried Maudie Bell Woodard Christian and they had six children. He was married on December 6, 1943 to Mrs. Myrtis Floy Beaird in Avon Park, FLA. He was a WW II veteran and former POW who spent 20 yrs in the Air Force and retired at the rank of Master Sergeant. While in the Air Force he was awarded the Air Medal, Good Conduct Medal, WW II Honorable Service Button, European Campaign Medal, National Defense Service Medal and the Longevity Service Award Ribbon. He was a proud member of the 390th Bomb Group. He was very proud of his service to his country and wanted to be sure no one would ever forget the sacrifices made to keep this country free. He later worked for 7 yrs civil service for the Air Force and retired again before moving back home to the Spearsville community. While in retirement Mr. Purvis enjoyed many years deer hunting, fishing, gardening and working around the place. He was a man who never sat still and as long as he was able he was constantly on the go. He loved and enjoyed his family very much and was always doing things to help each of them where he could. He lost his mother when he was only 9 years old and that set the tone for the rest of his life. He had to help take care of his father and younger brother and he never stopped helping folks from that point on. He was a member of Mt. Union Baptist church and although unable to attend for quite some time he loved the Lord very much. Mr. Purvis was preceeded in death by his parents Mr. Lee Dewitt Christian and Mrs. Mary Boatwright Christian, step mother Maudie Bell Christian, brothers Ralph Christian, Herbert Christian and infant son George Lee Christian. Mr. Purvis is survived by his wife of 68 years Mrs. Myrtis Floy Beaird Christian. Six children: Judy Thompson and husband John of Spearsville LA, Elaine Loard and husband Wayne of Longview, WA, Paul Christian and wife Linda of Alamosa, CO, Susan Farque and husband Harlen of Pineville, LA, David Christian and wife Claudette of Ruston, LA, James Christian and wife Debbie of Bernice, LA., 17 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Surviving siblings include brothers Woodard Christian, Kenneth Christian, Lewis Wayne Christian and sisters Estelle Christian and Barbara Nell Ellis. Mr. Purvis will be buried with full military honors. Special mention to Judy and John Thompson for all they have done to help keep Mr. Purvis at home these last few years. Although it was a group effort by the whole family it could never have been done without their help and devotion. The family would also like to thank all his health care professionals and especially Dr. George Smith for helping Mr. Purvis have a few more years to enjoy his family. Visitation will be at the church from 5:00-8:00pm Sunday Online messages for the family may be left at farrarfh.com. Farrar Funeral Home Farmerville, LA

Published in The News Star on July 15, 2012

Maria Alicia "Alice" Clairday Funeral services for Maria Alicia "Alice" Clairday, 74 of West Monroe, LA will be 10:30 AM, Monday, July 16, 2012 , in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Father Phillip will officiate. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Alice was born September 15, 1937 in Carrizo Springs, TX and passed away July 13, 2012 in West Monroe. She was a homemaker and loved her family very much. Mrs. Clairday is preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Lilia Del Cueto, and sister, Mary Lou Rivera. She is survived by her husband of 42 years, Bill Clairday; daughters Arleen Kelley and spouse, Julie Christedas, Alison Latino, and Angela Clairday Connor; son Mike Latino; Sister Angie Quiros and spouse; brother Albert Del Cueto; step-sons Doug, Phillip, and Patrick Clairday; sixteen grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. Pallbearers are Andrew Clairday, J. P. Brooks, Paul Downing, John Pitard, Johnny Bourke, and Matthew Latino. Honorary pallbearers are Travous DeJung, Stephen Noblit, and Bobby Medlin. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Sunday, at 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 July 15, 2012

Jeremy Cole Funeral services for Jeremy Cole, 36, will be held 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 17, 2012, at Rose-Neath Southside Chapel. Interment will follow in Rocky Branch Cemetery in West Monroe, LA. Pastor Rich McGahan will be officiating. Visitation will be held on Monday, July 16, 2012 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Jeremy Cole was born July 11, 1976 in Lafayette, LA. He employed by Chesapeake Midstream Energy as an Operator Class-5. He passed away on July 12, 2012. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, music, coaching his kids in sports, racing cars, eating crawfish, customizing, comics, movies, working out, and golf. Jeremy was a family man and loved his wife and children. He will be missed immensely. Jeremy was a free spirit, never reluctant to tackle and conquer any job or challenge in life, regardless of the difficulty. He lived his life to the fullest every day, never wanting to miss out on that one last adventure. He was "The Coach" among coaches, always taking a volunteer's responsibility of mentoring and providing for not only his children but all children, including their families, friends, and community to the highest level. His spirit never missed a person whenever he saw a need or just friendship. He was a husband, father, son, brother, stepbrother, brother-in-law, uncle, cousin, best friend, hard worker, lover and fighter, and a family man who gave his all to them expecting nothing but love and friendship in return. Family, friends, co-workers, and even strangers could always expect a cheerful encounter with Jeremy; he would always attempt to get a reaction, laugh, or at least a grin from them with one of his many stories, tall-tales, or practical jokes. He was a hard-working, selfless, and successful Chesapeake-Midstream employee to the core. His company was not an employer but a second family and home. His stomping grounds touched and left a mark on so many lives in his relationships with his Chesapeake-Midstream family. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Betty J. Cole; grandfather, Prentice "Pete" White; great-grandfather, Allen White; great-grandmother, Louise White; great-aunt, Dot Rogers; great-grandmother, Vera Chapman; and great-grandfather, J.T. Chapman. He is survived by his parents, Angela K. White and Dennis E. Cole; wife of 14 years, Chasity Richardson Cole; sons, Jonas M. Richardson and Joshua E. Cole; daughter, Olivia J. Cole; and parents-in-law, Donna R. and John D. Richardson; grandparents, Ernest Cole and Winnie White; sisters, Brandy D. Burke, Stephanie Cole, Stacie Cole, Brandi H. Richardson, and Jeannie R. Nichols; brothers, Cody Jones, Jonathan D. Richardson, and Jason D. Richardson; uncles, Brian Cole, Todd Cole, Jules Melon, Doug White; nephews, Michael Aiden Larson, Jackson D. Richardson, Gipson Gage Nichols, Carter W. Richardson, Isaac D. Burke, Alexander D. Burke; cousins, Allen Michael White, J.C. Chapman, Donovan Chapman, Ryan Chapman and a host of other cousins. Serving as pallbearers will be Jonathan Richardson, Jason Richardson, James Ray Dick, Brandon Nichols, Reagan Register, T.J. Culpepper, Troy Jones, and Allen Michael White. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to the Cole family through Chesapeake by contacting Suzie Scasta at (318) 422-5809 or Christi Peebles at (405) 935-1705. Rose-Neath Funeral Home Southside Chapel Shreveport, LA Published in The News Star on July 15, 2012

Michael B. Thompson Funeral services for Michael B. Thompson, 75 of West Monroe, LA will be 3:00 PM, Monday, July 16, 2012, in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Brother Leonard Garlington will officiate. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Michael was born August 25, 1936 in Winnfield, LA and passed away July 13, 2012 in West Monroe. He was a retired shipping clerk for The Tool House. Mr. Thompson was also a member of Rock Hill Baptist Church. Michael is preceded in death by his parents; three sisters; and a brother. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Jean Hooter Thompson; a son, Duane Thompson and wife Heather; a daughter, Monica Rasmussen; son Howard Thompson and wife Ginger; brother Tommy Thompson and wife Lua; sister Vicki Allen and husband Wayne; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers are the grandsons and friends. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until service time at 3:00 PM, Monday, at 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 July 15, 2012

Elma "Sugar" Tillman Venable Mrs. Elma "Sugar" Tillman Venable, 97, of West Monroe, Louisiana was born on December 12, 1914 and passed away July 7, 2012 at home after a brief illness. Mrs. Venable donated her body to LSU Medical School in Shreveport for educational and medical research; a family tradition that was begun in 1972 upon the death of her son-in-law, Charles William (Bill) Kulcke. Elma was preceded in death by her mother and father Joseph and Aurelia King Tillman, her husband Edward Venable and her daughter Peggy Venable Futch, who also donated her body to LSU in 1992; and her seven brothers and sisters - Texanna Tillman, Vernon Tillman, Lila Tillman Dixon, Harvey Tillman, Ed Tillman, Daisy Tillman Peske, Birdie Tillman Ryals, and Noble Tillman Sr. She is survived by her sons Dr. Dennis Venable and wife Susan, Joel Venable daughter, Violet Kulcke Collins; grandchildren Monya Futch Gallagher, Tracy Futch, Eric Kulcke, Kyle Kulcke, Kim V. Collins, Todd Venable, Michelle Cooke, Dr. Justin Venable, Brett Venable; seven great grandchildren and one great, great granddaughter, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. "Sugar" was an alterations specialist at J.C. Penney in Monroe for over 30 years, was an avid reader, bird watcher, and gardener who enjoyed cooking for the family on Sunday. Special thanks to her special caregivers - Shirley and Samie Davis, Becky Adams, Alesia Williams, Vickie McDaniel, Kelli and Hospice Family Alliance of Louisiana and her dedicated granddaughter Monya Futch Gallagher. There will be a celebration of her life on Saturday, July 21, 2012 from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon in the Parlor at First United Methodist Church, 3900 Loop Road, Monroe. Donations may be made to the West Monroe Branch of the Ouachita Parish Public Library or charity of your choice . Published in The News Star on July 15, 2012

Julia B. Booth, 105 NATCHEZ — Julia B. Booth of Ferriday, a homemaker, died Friday, Arrangements are incomplete under direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

P.E. "Duck" Brantley, 71 P.E. "Duck" Brantley of Monroe died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Beverly Reynolds Cruse, 57 RAYVILLE — Beverly Reynolds Cruse, a Registered Nurse, died Friday. A memorial service is scheduled at 2 p.m. Sunday in the chapel of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Obie Derrick Franks, 76 Obie Derrick Franks of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. The funeral is scheduled at 2 p.m. Sunday in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will follow at Hasley Cemetery.

Charles Franklin Gilcrease, 65 WINNSBORO — Charles Franklin Gilcrease, a logging engineer, died Friday. The funeral is scheduled at 2 p.m. Monday at Chase Baptist Church under direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will follow at Chase Cemetery.

Robert Earl "Robbie" Grace, 55 NEWELLTON — Robert Earl "Robbie" Grace, a farmer, died Friday. The funeral is scheduled at 10 a.m. Monday at Newellton Union Church under direction of Gill First National Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. Monday until time of service. Burial will be at Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton.

Billy D. Johnston, 68 Billy D. Johnston of West Monroe, a retired wood scaler, died Friday. The funeral is scheduled at 10 a.m. Tuesday in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is scheduled from 5-7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Welcome Home Cemetery, Grayson.

Robert L. "Pop" Laborde, 71 WINNSBORO - Robert Lavon "Pop" Laborde died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Barbara Lewis Perkins, 79 MONTGOMERY — Barbara Lewis Perkins, a homemaker, died Friday. The funeral is scheduled at 11 a.m. Monday at Montgomery Church of Christ under direction of Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield. Visitation will be from 6-9 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Union Grove Cemetery, Montgomery.

Ernestine C. Shuff, 90 PIONEER — Ernestine C. Shuff, a farmer and homemaker, died Friday. The funeral is scheduled at 10 a.m. Monday at Pioneer Baptist Church. Visitation is scheduled from 2-9 p.m. Sunday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be at New Forest Cemetery,

Forest. Dan V. Stovall, 67 Dan V. Stovall of Monroe, retired plant manager with Bocks Board Packaging, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Harry W. Wafer Jr., 84 DELHI — Harry W. Wafer Jr., a cotton warehouse superintendent and Navy veteran, died Saturday. The funeral is scheduled at 2 p.m. Monday in the chapel of Cox Funeral Home, Visitation is scheduled from 5-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Oakley Cemetery, Gilbert.

Nancy Lee "Nana" Webb, 72 Nancy Lee "Nana" Webb of Monroe, activities director at Avalon Place, died Tuesday. The funeral is schedule for 2 p.m. Sunday in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road. Burial will be at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED: Adams Jr., Andrew: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Chisholm, Wilber "Sonny": 2 p.m. Tuesday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Cockerham, Thelma: 2 p.m. Sunday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Gibson, Randy: 1 p.m. Thursday, Lake Providence Senior High School. Lee, Dora Atkins: 3 p.m. Sunday, Truelight Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Lensing, Madeleine Ann: 2 p.m. Sunday, St. Patrick's Catholic Church, Lake Providence. Lockling, Syble Morrel (Brooks): 10 a.m. Monday, Christ Church Cemetery, Bastrop. Smith, Steven Clark: 4 p.m. Wednesday, Saline Lake, near Winnfield. Ward, Tressie Miller: 11 a.m. Monday, Springhill Baptist Church, Marion.

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

Bobby Mack Albritton Funeral Services for Mr. Bobby Mack Albritton, 83, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:30 PM, Tuesday, July 17, 2012, in the Feazel Chapel of First Baptist Church West Monroe, LA with Rev. Mark Fenn and Dr. Woods Watson officiating. Interment will follow in the Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Albritton was born January 10, 1929 and died in West Monroe, LA on July 14, 2012. Bobby was an entrepreneur during his life. He was a veteran in the U. S. Navy, began his career as a bricklayer for over 15 years, which he was very proud of that vocation. He later was in the real estate development and building construction industry. He and his brother founded Southern Fittings, where they both retired. He continued working in the real estate business as a broker until his death. Mr. Albritton was a member of the First Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA. Bobby is preceded in death by his parents, Clyde and Bessie Albritton and his sister, Bonnie Whitley. Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Betty N. Albritton; Daughter, Rhonda Compton and husband, Danny of West Monroe, LA; Sons, Larry Albritton and wife, Lillie of Garner, NC and Neil Albritton and wife, Courtney of Lafayette, LA; grandchildren, Robby Compton and wife, Leslie, Brent Compton and wife, Lissy, Jeremy Albritton and Fiancé, Lynn, and Blaire Elizabeth Albritton; great grandchildren, Makenzie Compton, Katie Compton, Pearson Compton and Brianna Morris; two step-granddaughters, five step-great grandchildren; and his brother, Clyde E. Albritton, Jr. and wife, Sue; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Steve Albritton, Trey Albritton, Chuck Penn, Benji Lyons, Robert Biggers, and Stan Passman. Honorary Pallbearers will be I. H. Tidwell, Paul Johnston, Larry Cooper, Tom King, Ken Ramsey, Mike Wilson, Dean Hart, Jeep Sanders and Frank Jenkins. Visitation will be held from 4:30 PM until 7:30 PM Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. The family would like to give special thanks to Dr. Ron Hammett, Dr. W. E. Beebe, and Dr. Jaya Sharma and the staff of Hospice Compassus. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 16, 2012

P.E. 'Duck' Brantley Funeral services for P.E. 'Duck' Brantley, 71, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, July 17, 2012, at First Baptist Church of West Monroe. Pastor Donald Reeves will be officiating. Interment will follow at Dean Baptist Church Cemetery, Marion, LA, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. 'Duck' was born January 18, 1941 in Marion, LA and passed away July 14, 2012. His life was taking care of his family and friends. Mr. Brantley was a Pipeline Superintendant for Price Gregory International. 'Duck' was a veteran of the Vietnam War and a member of Dean Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Prentice and Erma Brantley; and sisters, Sara Tucker and Tennie Brantley; and a brother, D.J. Brantley. Mr. Brantley is survived by his wife, Linda Hawthorne Brantley of 52 years; daughter, Kristy Brantley Stewart and husband Rufus; sister, Betty Sue Rhodes and husband Houston; brother, Tom "Monroe" Brantley and wife Rita; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers are Mike Brantley, Kenny Tucker, Randy Tucker, Montey Rhodes, Darren Berry, and Virgil Brantley. Honorary pallbearers are Mike Hamilton, Todd Burleson, David Hall, Jason Hawthorne, Dewey Rhodes, Rufus Stewart, Kenneth Turner, John DePhillips, Tom "Monroe" Brantley (Brother), Greg Cheek, Randy Mathis, Darren Berry, Kenny Tucker, and Buster Buxton. Visitation will be held Monday, July 16, 2012, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at First Baptist Church of West Monroe. The Family would like to offer up a special "Thank You" to Misty Bonner, Carol Hawthorne, Rufus Stewart, Sheila Mathis, and Dr. Hubbard. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 16, 2012

Billy D. Johnston Funeral services for Billy D. Johnston, 68 of West Monroe, LA are 10:00 AM, Tuesday, in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Rev. Bodie Spicer and Rev. Mike Strovato officiating. Interment follows at Welcome Home Cemetery in Grayson under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Born June 24, 1944, he passed away July 13, 2012. He retired from Graphics Packaging, was a disabled veteran of the Vietnam War, and a member of Cheniere Baptist Church. He is preceded in death by his parents, James and Velma Johnston; his son, Curtis Johnston; a brother and a sister. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Ruby Johnston; son, Shane Johnston and wife Linette; granddaughter, Madeline E. Johnston; brother, Loyd Johnston; sister, Clotene Johnston; and numerous nieces and nephews. Nephews will serve as pallbearers. Visitation is Monday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Love and thanks to Dr. Floyd Jones and staff. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 16, 2012

Dan Vernon Stovall Memorial Services for Dan Vernon Stovall, 67, of Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, July 17, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Bro. Eddie Ballance officiating. Mr. Stovall was born on January 28, 1945 and died at the Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe on July 14, 2012. He retired from Bock Board Packaging in Monroe, LA as Plant Manager. He also served his country in the United States Air Force. Mr. Stovall is preceded in death by his father, D. V. Stovall. Survived by his wife, Elaine Stovall; mother, Maude Stovall; children, Karen Jones and husband, Johnny, John Stovall and wife, Dianna, Steven Stovall and wife, Shelly, and Darrell Wright and wife, Breanna; grandchildren, Ashley, Alisha, Mallory, Shannan, Steven II, Morgan, Rachal, Jonathon, Nanners, Dylan, Colton, and Payton; siblings, Don, Jerry, Sue, Royce, Marion, Margie, and Sheila; great grandchildren, Brock and Candice. Visitation will be held from 12:00 PM (Noon) until service time on Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. In Lieu of Flowers, Memorials can be made to the American Alzheimer's Association . To our son and brother, Randy Stovall, always loved and never forgotten. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 16, 2012

Jul 17, 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Bobby M. Albritton, 83 Bobby Mack Albritton of West Monroe, a real estate developer, died Saturday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Tuesday in Feazel Chapel of First Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1:30 p.m. Tuesday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Gary Black, 70 BASTROP — Gary Black, a barber, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Lendy A. Bearden, 70 FARMERVILLE — Lendy Ann Bearden, a homemaker, died Sunday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Sardis Baptist Church. Visitation is 5:30-9 p.m. Wednesday at Pleasant Valley Assembly of God Church (Highway 151) and 9 a.m. Thursday until service time at Sardis Baptist Church. Burial will be in Sardis Cemetery under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home. James R. Boyd, 62 RUSTON — James Robert Boyd of Dubach, an electrical engineer, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Fellowship Baptist Church, Dubach. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in the church cemetery. P.E. Brantley, 71 P.E. "Duck" Brantley of Monroe, retired superintendent for a gas pipeline, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at First Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Dean Baptist Church Cemetery, Marion, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Lemoyne Chaffers, 84 RUSTON — Lemoyne Chaffers, a retired Louisiana Tech custodial supervisor, died July 9. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Miracle Temple Church of God in Christ Church, Ruston. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Tuesday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Grambling Memorial Gardens, Grambling.

Mary Jo Clifford, 56 MARKSVILLE — Mary Jo Rushing Clifford, formerly of Winnsboro, a seamstress, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Billy Dew, 81 GILBERT — Billy Dew died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home.

Mary Gregory, 66 COLUMBIA — Mary Gregory, a retired restaurant owner, died Monday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is noon Wednesday until service time.

Lela M. Harper, 98 JONESBORO — Lela Mae "Taylor" Harper, formerly of Gansville, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Siloam Baptist Church, Gansville. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Victor F. Hogan Sr., 65 BASTROP — Victor Fredrick Hogan Sr., retired corporate franchise manager for Burger King Corp., died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Freddie C. Holland, 63 Freddie Carl Holland of West Monroe, a millworker, died Monday. Services are noon Thursday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Leroy Jenkins, 85 RAYVILLE — Leroy Jenkins died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Billy D. Johnston, 68

Billy D. Johnston of West Monroe, a retired wood scaler, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Welcome Home Cemetery, Grayson.

Robert LaBorde, 81 WINNSBORO — Robert "Pop" Lavene LaBorde died Saturday. Graveside services are 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Harris Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Doug Lea, 60 LAKE CHARLES — Doug Lea, formerly of Winnsboro, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Harris Cemetery, Winnsboro.

James H. Moore, 88 BASTROP — James Hue Moore, a paper mill employee, died Tuesday. Memorial services are 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Johnnye P. Simmons, 73 Johnnye P. Simmons of Monroe, a secretary, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Jerusalem Baptist Church, Calhoun. Visitation is 1-5:45 p.m. Tuesday with family hour 6-7 p.m. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Dan V. Stovall, 67 Dan Vernon Stovall of Monroe, plant manager for Bocks Board Packaging, died Saturday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. West Monroe. Visitation is noon Tuesday until service time.

Dorothy I. Thornhill, 82 WINNSBORO — Dorothy Irene Thornhill died Thursday. A memorial gathering is 1 p.m. Thursday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Ford R. Thurman, 68 Ford Russell Thurman of West Monroe, retired paper mill worker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Peggy Viator, 63 RUSTON — Peggy Viator died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. John's Catholic Church, Lacassine. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Joseph Williams, 64 Joseph Williams of West Monroe, a General Motors machine attendant, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Marvin Williams, 43 BASTROP — Marvin Williams died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Adams Jr., Andrew: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Ainsworth, Lola: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Chisholm, Wilber "Sonny": 2 p.m. Tuesday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Gibson, Randy: 1 p.m. Thursday, Lake Providence Senior High School. Johnston, Billy D.: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Scott, Ida Bell: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Morning Pilgrim Baptist Church. Smith, Steven Clark: 4 p.m. Wednesday, Saline Lake, near Winnfield

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

Lendy Ann Bearden Memorial services for Lendy Ann Bearden, 70, of Farmerville, will be held at 2:00 pm, Thursday, July 19, 2012 at Sardis Baptist Church. Officiating are Pastor's Mike and Ann Holmes. Mrs. Bearden was a member of Pleasant Valley Assembly of God Church, was a loving wife and mother and an avid animal lover. She was preceded in death by parents Melvin and Geraldine Jordan; son, Tony Bearden and sister, Barbara Bearden. Survivors include: her loving and dedicated husband of 53 years, Connie Mack Bearden of Farmerville; sister, Melvelene Burroughs and husband Jerry, West Monroe; brother, Deral P. Jordan, West Monroe; niece and caregiver Monica Breedlove, Farmerville; niece Angie Taylor; great niece Brandi Thomas and husband Mark; and great-great nephew Riley Thomas all of West Monroe and many other family members and friends. Visitation to be held: Wednesday, 5:30-9:00 pm, Pleasant Valley Assembly of God Church (Hwy. 151N) and Thursday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Sardis Baptist Church, Farmerville. Burial will follow at Sardis Cemetery. Arrangements made by Farrar Funeral Home. Online messages for the family may be left at farrarfh.com. Farrar Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on July 18, 2012

James Robert Boyd Funeral service for James Robert Boyd, age 62, of Dubach will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, July 18, 2012, at Fellowship Baptist Church in Dubach. Officiating the service will be Rev. Connie Smith. Interment will follow at Fellowship Cemetery in Dubach under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Mr. Boyd was born June 5, 1950 and passed away July 16, 2012. Mr. Boyd was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church in Fellowship; He served his country in the U.S. Air Force and was a graduate of Louisiana Tech University. He retired as an Electrical Engineer for M.S. Benbow and Associates in Metairie and was member of IEEE., and the local chapter of the VFW. He is survived by his wife of 38 years: Kathryn Boyd of Dubach; daughter: Kathryn Nicole Boyd Foy (Louie S. Foy, Jr) of Bernice; grandchildren: Louie Steve Foy III, and Molly Aleah Foy: mother: Martha Barnett Boyd of West Monroe; sisters: Marsha Boyd - Klug (Darcy) of Lafayette; and Fran Johnson of West Monroe; brother: Frank Boyd (Catherine) of Farmerville; mother-In-law: Lavera B. Jenkins of Dubach and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and other family and friends. Visitation will be held from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM Tuesday, July 17, 2012 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. In Lieu of flowers Memorials may be made to the American Kidney Foundation. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Published in The News Star on July 18, 2012

Eunice Scalia Genusa Funeral service for Mrs. Eunice Scalia Genusa, 99, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 12noon Thursday, July 19, 2012, at St. Matthew Catholic Church with Rev. Jobe Edathinatt, Rev. Thomas Lijo, and Msgr. Edmund Moore officiating. Interment will follow in St. Matthew Catholic Church Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe. Mrs. Genusa passed away on July 17, 2012, at The Oaks Nursing Home. She was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church and was associated with Genusa's Restaurant. She was preceded in death by her husband, Anthony Genusa; parents, Angelo and Josephine Scalia; six sisters; and two brothers. Survivors include her children, Dr. Vincent A. Genusa and wife Carol; Francis James Genusa Sr. and wife Cherry; Jo Ann Genusa Busby and husband Jarrell; and Judy Genusa Adams and husband Gary; eleven grandchildren; sixteen great- grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Mark Anthony Adams, Francis Genusa Jr., Jimmy Busby, Jimmy Smith, Bob Cooper, and James Bradbury. Visitation will be from 10:00AM until service time at St. Matthew Catholic Church. Memorials may be made to Jesus the Good Shepherd School, St. Fredrick's High School or to Quest School. The family would like to express a special thanks to The Oaks Nursing Home for their care of Mrs. Genusa. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 18, 2012

Trudy Boughton Hill Services for Mrs. Trudy Boughton Hill, 67, of Mangham, LA will be 2:00 PM, Thursday, July 19, 2012, at Bethlehem Baptist Church near Mangham, LA with Rev. Keith Stephens officiating, interment to follow in Prewitt Cemetery, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA. Trudy, a member and pianist for Bethlehem Baptist Church for many years, passed away Monday, July 16, 2012 after a lengthy illness at her residence surrounded by her family and friends. Trudy lit up any room she entered with her smile, she never knew a stranger because of her personality, and she was well known for her Sweet Tea. She was a retired Judicial Secretary and was preceded in death by her husband Dock Hill, father R.B. Boughton and a granddaughter Hillary Thomas. She is survived by her daughters Leah Erikson and her husband George, Jr. of New York, NY, and Marty Thomas and her husband Jeff of Mangham, LA, grandchildren Ella and George Erikson III, of New York, NY, Francie, Jacob, Katie and Jonah Thomas all of Mangham, LA, mother, Maybelle Jones Boughton of Mangham, LA, brother, Dr. Roger S. Boughton and his wife Judy of New Iberia, LA and sister, Judy B. Gilley and her husband Ronnie of Mangham, LA. Pallbearers will be Noble Ellington, John David Boughton, Charles McDonald, Roger "Tiger" Boughton, Jimmy Gandy and Jim Teague. Honorary pallbearer will be Judge Glen Roberts. The family would like to express special thanks to the nurses and aides of Mangham Home Health Care and Hospice Family Alliance. Visitation will be from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Bethlehem Baptist Church, Prewitt Cemetery or charity of choice . Online registry/condolence at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on July 18, 2012

Marie Slay Poole Funeral services for Marie Slay Poole age 76 of Olla , will be held 10 AM Thursday July 18, 2012 from the Olla chapel of Riser Funeral Home, with Rev. James Dowd and Rev. David Poole officiating. Interment will follow in the Olla Cemetery, at Olla. Visitation will be Wednesday July 18, 2012 ; 4 to 8 PM at the funeral home in Olla located at 4823 Main Street 165. Born Myrtis Marie Slay on November 22, 1935 in Olla, to the union of her parents Chester Cleo Slay and Gladys Irene Lockhart Slay, she passed from this life on Monday July 16, at the Avalon Nursing Center in Monroe, following an extended illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, and was a member of the Standard Baptist Church in Olla. Mrs. Poole was a loving mother and grandmother, and was loved by all who knew her. She will be sorely missed, and fondly remembered. Left to cherish her memory , her daughter Lennie Williams and husband Taylor of West Monroe; her son Edward Earl Poole and Frances of Olla; her beloved grandchildren, Chad Poole and wife Christie, Justin Poole and wife Linzi, Mandy Nelson and husband Steve, and Scott Williams and wife Jessica, and her great-grandchildren, Cade Poole, Cassie Poole, Adleigh Poole, and Austin Nelson. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. The Poole Family would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to her special care giver, Arthena Campbell, who went beyond the call of duty, to care for and love, their mother and grand-mother. They would also like to thank her great-grandson, Austin, for the attention he gave Mrs. Poole by making sure her bird feeders were filled every week, and for the love he gave her. It meant the world to her. Online registry/ condolences: riserfuneralhomes.com Riser Funeral Home Olla, Louisiana Published in The News Star on July 18, 2012

Lodie Belle Meredith Stewart On Sunday July 15, 2012, Lodie Belle Meredith Stewart crossed over in her sleep to be with her departed loved ones. She was the fourth child of Willie Gregory Meredith and Irvine Meredith of Vixen, LA. She is survived by her children, Gregory Meredith Posnick of New York City and Judith McDonald Riche of West Monroe, LA. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren brought great joy. They are Jeffrey Posnick and his wife, Sheryl of Brooklyn, N.Y., Laurel I. McDonald White and her husband, Jimmy Donnavan White of Colfax, LA and Meredith Rose McDonald Smith and her husband, Thomas Jason Smith, John Evan Smith of Monroe, LA and Zachary Ansell Posnick of Brooklyn, N.Y. Lodie was a very unique and special person who loved to laugh and bring happiness to all who knew her. Her favorite pastime was to cook and sit down at the table with family and friends. We would like to thank her special cousin, Jean Gregory Elliott Plunk for always being there with a smile and words of inspiration. Ridgecrest Community Care Center was a wonderful place to stay and all of their staff was so kind and caring. Special thanks to Gloria, Carol, Dee and Nettie for their help and understanding. She was their Ray of Sunshine. Viewing will be at Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of West Monroe, Thursday, July 19, 2012 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM. A celebration of her life will be at her daughter's home on Italiana Place Friday, July 20, 2012 from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM. Her interment will be a graveside at Mount Olive Baptist Church in Vixen, LA on Saturday, July 21, 2012 at 7:00 PM. Lodie loved wildflowers and requested that no flowers be sent. Remembrances may be sent to the Ouachita Parish Animal Shelter on Well Road in West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpaptrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 18, 2012

Ford Russell Thurmon Funeral services for Ford Russell Thurmon, age 68, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, July 19, 2012, in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of West Monroe. Interment will follow at Hebron Cemetery in Claiborne Parish under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of West Monroe. Ford was born 7/31/1943 in Summerfield, LA and passed away on 7/16/2012. He is survived by his 4 children and their spouses: Danita and John Gerbrecht of Missouri City, TX, Alisa and Brad Hankins of Cabot, AR, Tracie and Jim Brice of Flower Mound, TX and Darrell and Jennifer Thurmon of Shreveport, LA. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren, 3 step-grandchildren and 5 step-great-grandchildren, two brothers, Bobby and Nelda Thurmon of Monroe, LA, and Lloyd and Josephine Thurmon of Marshall, TX and sister-in-law, Carolyn Thurmon of Homer, LA. Ford was preceded in death by his parents, Ray and Sybil Thurmon and a brother, Charles Thurmon. In 1966, Mr. Thurmon began his long-term residency in West Monroe and employment with the paper mill. After 33 years of service, he retired from Riverwood International in 1999. Visitation will be Wednesday, July 18, 2012 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of West Monroe. Pallbearers will be family members. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate your donation to the American Cancer Society , 1761 North 19th Street, Monroe, LA 71201, in honor of Ford Thurmon's memory. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 18, 2012

Bonnie D. Black, 74 STERLINGTON — Bonnie D. Black, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Maureen Blaylock, 89 FERRIDAY — Maureen Blaylock died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Scott Cemetery, Monterey.

Mary Jo Clifford, 56 MARKSVILLE — Mary Jo Clifford, formerly of Winnsboro, a seamstress, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Viola Collins, 61 Viola Collins of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at New Galilee Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Wednesday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Dorothy Craighead, 98 RUSTON — Dorothy B. "Dottie" Craighead, formerly of Delhi, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Visitation is 10 a.m. Thursday until service time. Burial will be in Faith Memorial Park Cemetery, Delhi.

Shirley N. Davis, 56 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Shirley Nash Davis, a direct services worker, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Central No. 1 Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Gaither Memorial Cemetery.

Billy Dew, 81 GILBERT — Billy Dew died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Ogden Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Catherine P. Garfield, 88 KANKAKEE, Ill. — Catherine Page Garfield, formerly of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Henry Graham Jr., 83 DELHI — Henry "Pops" Graham Jr., a laborer, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Funerals by McFarland, Delhi. Burial will be in Mount Zion Cemetery, Delhi.

John Merriett, 82 STERLINGTON — John Merriett, a mechanic, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Mount Ararat Missionary Baptist Church, Sterlington. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Wednesday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Poughkeepsie, New York under the direction of Rhodes Funeral Home.

Terry W. Perritt, 51 Terry Wayne Perritt of West Monroe, a beautician, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at First United Methodist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in Williams Cemetery.

Lula Robinson, 67 MILWAUKEE, Wis. — Lula Bell "Pat" Harris-Robinson, formerly of Monroe, retired AIG Insurance worker, died July 10. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Wisconsin Memorial Park Chapel, Brooksfield, Wis. Visitation is 3-7 p.m. Friday at Northwest Funeral Home, Milwaukee and 10 a.m. Saturday until service time at the chapel. Burial will be in Wisconsin Memorial Park.

Winston Rogers, 79 MARION — Winston R. "Smokey" Rogers, a retired sales consultant, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at First Baptist Church, Farmerville. Burial will be in Roark Cemetery, Marion, under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Joseph Smith, 49 WINNFIELD — Joseph Robert Paul Smith, a police officer, died Sunday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Corinth Cemetery, Jordan Hill. Visitation is noon Wednesday at Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield.

Gus Watson Jr., 65 FOULES — Gus Watson Jr., a retired teacher and coach, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Sunnyside Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Burial will be in Highland Park Cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Adams Jr., Andrew: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Bearden, Lendy Ann: 2 p.m. Thursday, Sardis Baptist Church. Boyd, James Robert: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Fellowship Baptist Church, Dubach. Chaffers, Lemoyne: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Miracle Temple Church of God in Christ Church, Ruston. Gibson, Randy: 1 p.m. Thursday, Lake Providence Senior High School. Gregory, Mary: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Harper, Lela Mae "Taylor": 10 a.m. Thursday, Siloam Baptist Church, Gansville. Holland, Freddie Carl: noon Thursday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. LaBorde, Robert "Pop" Lavene: 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Harris Cemetery, Lake Providence. Scott, Ida Bell: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Morning Pilgrim Baptist Church. Simmons, Johnnye P.: 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jerusalem Baptist Church, Calhoun. Smith, Steven Clark: 4 p.m. Wednesday, Saline Lake, near Winnfield. Thornhill, Dorothy Irene: 1 p.m. Thursday, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Viator, Peggy: 2 p.m. Wednesday, St. John's Catholic Church, Lacassine.

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

Albert Fredrick "Pete" Cole Mr. Albert Fredrick "Pete" Cole, age 77 of Winnfield, Louisiana passed away on Tuesday, July 17, 2012. Born Sunday, February 24, 1935 in Dodson, Louisiana, Albert Fredrick "Pete" Cole was the CEO of Cole Oil and Tire in Winnfield, Louisiana and other businesses in the surrounding areas. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Winnfield, Louisiana. Pete Cole was the son of the late Ira B. Cole and the late Maudie Hutson Cole and was also preceded in death by his grandson, Brenton Cole Hubbard. Those left to cherish his memory include his Wife of 34 years, Annetta Kirby Cole; Daughter, Kaye Pyles and husband Andy of Winnfield, LA; Daughter, Karen Hubbard and husband Brent of Winnfield, LA; Step Daughter, Sheila Casey and husband James of Chattanooga, TN; Step Daughter, Sharon Brooks and husband Larry of West Monroe, LA; Step-Son, Scott Phelps and wife Trish of Winnfield, LA; Grandchildren, Brooke Poisso, Micah Hubbard, Jourdan Jurek, Karly Hubbard, Autumn Brooks, Rebecca Taylor, Bubby Brooks, Sarah Beth Rucker, Alex Casey, Allison Phelps, Kristen Phelps and Anna Phelps; Great Grandchild, Chloe Cole Maher; Half-Sister, Peggy Zachariae; Half-Sister, Melody Ellis; and Aunt, Helen D. Cole. The family will receive friends on Thursday, July 19, 2012, at Southern Funeral Home, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM , and again on Friday, July 20, 2012, at the funeral Home, from 8:00 AM until time of services. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, July 20, 2012 at Southern Funeral Home with Dr. Calvin Phelps and Reverend Pam Crews officiating. Interment will follow in Garden of Memories, in Winnfield. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.southernfuneralhome.com Southern Funeral Home Winnfield, LA Published in The News Star on July 19, 2012

June Evelyn Cox Graveside service for June Evelyn Cox, 81 of Lafayette, LA will be held Friday, July 20, 2012 at 3:30 PM at Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Ms. Cox was born August 22, 1930 in Monroe and passed away peacefully on July 16, 2012 at Lafayette General Hospital. She graduated from Ouachita Parish High School. Ms. Cox was preceded in death by her parents, James Daniel Cox and Benona Miller Cox and all her siblings, Dannie Mae Cox, Charles Collins, H.L. Collins, C.L. Collins, Lottie Tucker and Mabel Devereux, all of Monroe and G. Ray Cox of Lafayette, LA, one nephew, James Devereux of Monroe. She was employed by Premier Bank (now Chase Bank of Monroe) for over 30 years. Ms. Cox is survived by nieces and nephews including Patricia Henson of Scott, AR; Susan Bennett and Peggy Sims of Arlington, TX; Tim Devereux of Livermore, CA; Hugh Collins of Chesterton, MD; Charles Collins of Covington, LA; John Collins of Humble, TX; Lynn Collins, Hugh Tucker, Jane Tucker of Monroe, LA; and Carol Cox Patton of Lafayette, LA and sister-in-law, Clayton Cox of Lafayette, LA. Visitation will be held Friday, July 20, 2012 from 2:00 PM until 3:00 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 July 19, 2012

James "Robby" Dehn Funeral services for James "Robby" Dehn, 48, of West Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, July 20, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Nathan Thornton and Rev. Jerry Scott officiating. Graveside Services will be at 12:30 PM Friday at Hurricane Grove Baptist Church Cemetery in Sikes, LA. Mr. Dehn passed away Tuesday, July 17, 2012. Survivors include his mother, Sue Johnston and husband Buddy; sister, Codi Waggoner; wife, Georgia C. Dehn; and four step children. Visitation will be Thursday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 19, 2012

Catherine Page Garfield Funeral service for Mrs. Catherine Page Garfield, 88, of Kankakee, IL, formerly of Monroe, LA, will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, July 21, 2012, at St. Paul's United Methodist Church with Rev. Tim Neustifter, Rev. J. Roddy Taylor, and Rev. Warren Blakeman officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe. Mrs. Garfield was born on July 10, 1924 and passed away on July 16, 2012, in Kankakee, IL. She graduated of Wesleyan College in Macon, Georgia in 1945 and married Leon Holmes Garfield in 1946 in Lyons, Georgia. They lived in Monroe on two occasions from 1960-1967 and 1987-2010 and then moved to Kankakee, IL in 2012. She was very active in St. Paul's United Methodist Church on both occasions while in Monroe. Mrs. Garfield was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur Lee Page and Mildred Carter Page; a brother, Arthur L. Page, Jr. and a sister, Mrs. Martha Page Whiting. Survivors include her devoted husband of 66 years, Leon Garfield; three sons, William H. Garfield of Carmichael, CA; Robert Lee Garfield of Oklahoma City, OK; and Edward Page Garfield of Bourbonnais, IL; grandson, Zachary Holmes Garfield of Bolingbrook, IL; granddaughters, Ashley Garfield of Ft. Worth, TX; and Emily Garfield of Carmichael, CA; and nieces, Barbara Stone of Dallas, TX; and Deborah Shera of Ft. Worth, TX. Visitation will be from 12:00 Noon until service time at St. Paul's United Methodist Church. Pallbearers will be Sidney Seegers, Klien Crow, Jack Mabray, Scott Zentner, Tommy Zentner, Jim Myers, and John Myers. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 19, 2012

Victor Fredrick Hogan, Sr. Memorial services for Mr. Victor Fredrick Hogan, Sr., 65, of Bastrop, LA will be held at 1:00 PM, Friday July 20, 2012, at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Bastrop, LA with Rev. Richard Norsworthy officiating, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe, LA. Mr. Hogan died July 16, 2012 at the St. Francis Medical Center in Monroe, LA. Victor was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Bastrop. He was a retired Corporate Franchise Manager with Burger King Corporation. Survivors: Wife, Mrs. Betty Hogan; Daughter, Linda Garcia; Son, Victor Hogan, Jr., Grandchildren, Elizabeth Peltzer, Christopher Peltzer, Melody Garcia, Camron Garcia; Brother, Daniel Hogan, Jr.; Sister, Star Guillory; and several nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made to St. Joseph Catholic Church in Bastrop, LA. Online Registry www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 19, 2012

Jessie "JW" Jackson Funeral service for Jessie "JW" Jackson, 84, of Monroe will be at 10:00 AM, Friday, July 20, 2012 at Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church with Bro. Joe Solomon, Rev. Larry Odell, and Rev. Betty Swanson officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. He was a lifelong member of Lea Joyner Memorial United Methodist Church. J. W. worked for the New-Star for 25 years then moved to Texas and worked for U. S. Contractors. J. W. had many friends. He loved life and lived it to the fullest; from playing football for Neville High School, riding and racing motorcycles and riding horses. He was a devoted NASCAR fan. He was chosen as King of the Valentines Dance at Avalon Place. Mr. Jackson was born on March 18, 1928 in Arkadelphia, AR and went to be with his Lord on July 17, 2012 at Avalon Place. He was preceded in death by his parents, Rowland and Juanita Jackson; sister, Alita Odell; brother, Bobby Jo Jackson; grandson, James Poe; and great grandson, Shane Johnson. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Betty Sue Dixon Jackson; three children, Danny Jackson and wife, Cheri of Liverpool, Texas, Sandra Wood and husband, Jerry of Rayville, LA and Barbara Cook and husband, Marty of West Monroe, LA; 13 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. Mr. Jackson requested that memorials be made to the Northeast Louisiana Autism Society in honor of his grandson, Scott Cook. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Thursday, July 19, 2012 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 19, 2012

Mike Jones Funeral services for Mike Jones, age 47, will be 10:00 A.M., Friday, July 20, 2012 at Lapine Assembly of God. Officiating will be Rev. Gene Benson. Interment will follow in Lapine Assembly of God cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of West Monroe. Mike was preceded in death by his father, Donald Ray Jones, Sr., and mother-in-law Ruby Rice. He is survived by his wife, Nora Jones of Ruston, LA; son, Michael Jones Jr. and his wife, Carrie of Ruston, LA; daughter, Danielle Day and her husband, Edwin of Ruston, LA; mother, Janice Cook and Jack Cook; brother, Donald "Ray" Jones and his wife, Tammy; father-in-law, John Rice and wife Sherry; special friends Dub and Eve Brister; many nieces, nephews and beloved friends. Mike was an avid hunter and loved to fish. He enjoyed coaching baseball and was also a member of Lapine Assembly of God. Pallbearers will be Grady Foster, Jr., Phillip Watkins, Mark Fraley, Luke Fraley, Jamie Nivens and Justin Johnson. Honorary pallbearers will be Dub Brewster and Jack Cook. Visitation will be 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M., Thursday, July 19, 2012 at Lapine Assembly of God. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 19, 2012

William Murry (Bucky) McElroy, Jr William Murry (Bucky) McElroy, Jr. went to be with the Lord on July 18, 2012. A memorial service will be held at St. Paul's United Methodist Church on Friday, July 20, 2012 at 4:00 PM with Rev. Tim Neustifter and Rev. J. Roddy Taylor officiating. Visitation will precede the service beginning at 2:00 PM. He was preceded in death by his parents: William Murry McElroy, Sr. and Ruth Joiner McElroy. Mr. McElroy was born in West Monroe, LA on January 23, 1929. He attended Monroe Public Schools, and graduated from Neville High School. He graduated from Hinds Junior College and the University of Southern Mississippi. He was drafted by the Chicago Bears and completed his professional football career with the Hamilton Tiger Cats in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. He worked for James Machine Works for 39 years; retiring as President in 1995. He was a long time member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife, Joy James McElroy; daughter, Susan M. Weaver; son, Paul M. McElroy; grandchildren, Robin W. Reynolds, Jeffrey M. Weaver and wife, Erin F. Weaver, Samantha A. McElroy, Ellie A. McElroy; great-grandchild, Jake McElroy Weaver. In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Paul's United Methodist Church or the Northeast Louisiana Food Bank at 4600 Central Avenue, Monroe, LA 71203 Bucky was a Christian, Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great-Grandfather, Professional Athlete, Businessman, Avid Golfer and Friend. Friends are invited to a celebration of Bucky's life to be held on Saturday, July 21, 2012 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the home of his daughter at 2710 Indian Mound Blvd., Monroe. Condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star from July 19 to July 20, 2012

DANIEL RYAN SARTOR, JR. Memorial services for Daniel Ryan Sartor, Jr., of Monroe, Louisiana, will be held at St. Paul's United Methodist Church at 11:00 AM on Friday, July 20. He passed away Tuesday, July 17, 2012. At the time of his death, he was the retired senior partner of the law firm of Snellings, Breard, Sartor, Inabnett & Trascher, LLP. He is survived by his wife, Olive Moss Sartor; his children, Clara Moss Sartor Guinn and her husband, William Scott Guinn, Daniel Ryan Sartor III and his wife, Cayce Seale Sartor, Walter Moss Sartor and his wife, Susan Kelligrew Sartor; his grandchildren, Katherine Leigh Sartor Flowers and her husband, Cruse Braswell Flowers, Diane Elizabeth Sartor, Adelaide Bouton Sartor, Lucy Hubbs Sartor and Walter Moss Sartor, Jr.; his great-grandson, Cruse Braswell Flowers, Jr.; his niece, Margie Leigh Goggans and her husband Russell Sikes; his nephew, Frederick Crawford Goggans and his wife Catherine Goggans. He was preceded in death by his parents, Daniel Ryan Sartor and Lucy Leigh Hubbs Sartor; and by his sister, Eliza Ann Sartor Goggans. A native of Alto, Richland Parish, Louisiana, he was born on June 2, 1932, attended public schools in Richland Parish and graduated from Mangham High School in 1948. He attended Tulane University, earning his B. A. in 1952 and his L.L.B. in 1955. At Tulane, he was a member of Phi Beta Kappa, Omicron Delta Kappa and Kappa Delta Phi honorary fraternities, and Sigma Alpha Epsilon, and during law school, he was a member of the Board of Editors and Editor-in-Chief, Tulane Law Review, and of the Order of the Coif. Following graduation as valedictorian of his law school class, he was invited to join the faculty of Tulane Law School as an associate professor until he resigned to enter private practice with his firm in Monroe, Louisiana. Mr. Sartor served in various offices of the Louisiana Bar Association, was a Fellow of the American Bar Foundation and Louisiana Bar Foundation, a Fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel, and a member of the Council of the Louisiana Law State Institute, serving as Secretary of the Louisiana Civil Law Section. He was listed in Who's Who in America, Who's Who in American Law and The Best Lawyers in America. A member of St. Paul's United Methodist Church, he served as chairman of the Board of Trustees and of the Administrative Council, and was for many years an Associate Chancellor of the Louisiana Conference of the United Methodist Church. Mr. Sartor also served as President of the Tulane University Alumni Association, a member of the Tulane University Law School Dean's Advisory Council and the Tulane University Law Review Advisory Board of Editors. He was a member of the Board of Directors of United Givers Fund of Ouachita Parish, Monroe Little League Baseball, Little Theatre of Monroe, Young Women's Christian Association, Northeast Louisiana Area Health Planning Council, Carolyn Rose Strauss Rehabilitation Center and the Twin City Art Foundation, serving as president and chairman of the Board of Directors. Honorary pallbearers will be Phillip B. Watson, Jr., William W. Watson, Charles L. Hamaker, Thomas B. Godfrey, Jr., Robert C. Cudd III, Richard C. Calhoun, Larry E. Baker, Thad J. Ryan, Jr., William G. Kelly, Ralph B. King, Jr., Jack B. Files, Lamar Buffington, Saul A. Mintz, C. Joseph Ledoux, William B. Moran, John Larry Lolley, Peter Illing, A. E. Montgomery, Jr., Carrick R. Inabnett, Kent Breard, Jr., and Charles C. Trascher III. Visitation will be held Thursday, July 19, from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, 2308 Sterlington Road, Monroe, Louisiana, and Friday, July 20, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at St. Paul's United Methodist Church. The family would like to express their thanks and gratitude to his caregivers, Loretta Finley, Denise Jenkins, Detina Cooper and Kristy Myles. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 1901 Lexington Ave., Monroe, LA 71201, the Louisiana Methodist Children's Home, P.O. Box 929, Ruston, LA 71273, or Tulane University for the Strawberry People Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 61075, New Orleans, LA 70161-9986. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 19, 2012

Lodie Belle Meredith Stewart On Sunday July 15, 2012, Lodie Belle Meredith Stewart crossed over in her sleep to be with her departed loved ones. She was the fourth child of Willie Gregory Meredith and Irvine Meredith of Vixen, LA. She is survived by her sister and companion, Johnnie May Meredith Thomas who was her best friend. Her children are Gregory Meredith Posnick and his wife Ellen, of Brooklyn, N.Y. and Judith McDonald Riche of West Monroe, LA. Her grandchildren and great grandchildren brought her great joy! And her grandchildren are, Jeffrey Posnick and his wife Sheryl of Brooklyn, N.Y., Laurel I. McDonald White and her husband Jimmy Donavan White of Colfax, LA and Meredith Rose McDonald Smith and her husband Thomas Jason Smith of Monroe, LA. The great-grandchildren are Ella Rose Smith, John Evan Smith of Monroe, LA and Zachary Ansell Posnick of Brooklyn, N.Y. Lodie was a very unique and special person who loved to laugh and bring happiness to all who knew her. Her favorite pastime was to cook and sit down at the table with family and friends. We would like to thank her special cousin, Jean Gregory Elliott Plunk for always being there with a smile and words of inspiration. Ridgecrest Community Care Center was a wonderful place to stay and all of their staff was so kind and caring. Special thanks to Gloria, Carol, Dee and Nettie for their help and understanding. She was their Ray of Sunshine. Viewing will be at Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of West Monroe, Thursday, July 19, 2012 from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm. A celebration of her life will be at her daughter's home on Italiana Place Friday, July 20, 2012 from 5:00pm until 9:00 pm. Her interment will be a graveside at Mount Olive Baptist Church in Vixen, LA on Saturday, July 21, 2012 at 7:00 P.M. Lodie loved wildflowers and requested that no flowers be sent. Remembrances may be sent to the Ouachita Parish Animal Shelter on Well Road in West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpaptrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star from July 18 to July 19, 2012

Willie M. Blaylock, 89 FERRIDAY — Willie "Maureen" Blaylock, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Young's Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Scott Cemetery, Monterey.

David W. Bradshaw, 50 WINNFIELD — David W. Bradshaw, an Army staff sergeant, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Willie E. Carter, 67 WISNER — Willie Edward Carter, a truck driver, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Holly Grove Cemetery, Wisner.

Leslie G. Cotten, 50 RHINEHART — Leslie G. Cotten, a carpenter, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Community Pentecostal Church. Visitation is 4:30 p.m. Thursday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Heard Cemetery, Manifest, under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Alvin Eave, 57 BASTROP — Alvin Eave, a minister, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Helen J. English, 90 NEW CARROLLTON, Md. — Helen Joyce English, a cafeteria worker, died Saturday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Harmony Chapel Cemetery, Hico. Arrangements are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Eunice S. Genusa, 99 Eunice Scalia Genusa of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are noon Thursday at St. Matthew Catholic Church, Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. Thursday until service time at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Dock J. Glaze, 46 Dock Jerome Glaze of Monroe, a chef, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Zion Travelers Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Hubert B. Griffin, 61 ROSHARON, Texas — Hubert Barry Griffin, a custom home builder, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

John Hill, 50 John Hill of Monroe, a truck driver, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at St. John Baptist Church, Delhi. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Sunday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Trudy B. Hill, 67 MANGHAM — Trudy Boughton Hill, a retired judicial secretary, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Bethlehem Baptist Church. Burial will be in Prewitt Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.

Leroy Jenkins, 85 RAYVILLE — Leroy Jenkins, a farmer, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home. Burial will be in Love and Charity Cemetery.

Patricia Louis, 54 Patricia Louis of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Bobby Mathews, 53 MONTICELLO — Bobby Mathews, who worked in the farming industry, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Dorothy Parker, 76 SICILY ISLAND — Dorothy Mae Parker, a nurse's aide, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Norris Hill Baptist Church. Visitation is 5 p.m. Thursday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Oakley Cemetery, Gilbert, under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Terry W. Perritt, 51 Terry Wayne Perritt of West Monroe, a beautician, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at First United Methodist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Williams Cemetery.

Marie S. Poole, 76 OLLA — Marie Slay Poole died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Riser Funeral Home. Visitation is 8 a.m. Thursday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Olla Cemetery.

David Rhymes, 67 JONESBORO — David M. "Sonny" Rhymes died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Southern Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in McDonald Cemetery.

Essie Stanley, 86 Essie Mae Stanley of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Zion Traveler Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Thursday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Lodie B. Stewart, 87 Lodie Belle Meredith Stewart of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Celebration of life service is 5 p.m. Friday at her daughter's home on Italiana Place. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Graveside service is 7 p.m. Saturday at Mount Olive Baptist Church, Vixen.

Ford R. Thurmon, 68 Ford Russell Thurmon of West Monroe, retired from a paper mill, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Hebron Cemetery.

Joseph Williams, 64 Joseph Williams of West Monroe, a machine attendant, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Seigle Community Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Marvin Williams, 43 BASTROP — Marvin Williams died July 11. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Farmerville. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Jean H. Wright, 82 LAPLACE — Jean Harris Wright died Saturday. Services are 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Shiloh Baptist Church, Bernice. Visitation is 9 a.m. Thursday until service time at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Bearden, Lendy Ann: 2 p.m. Thursday, Sardis Baptist Church. Blaylock, Maureen: 10 a.m. Friday, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Clifford, Mary Jo: 2 p.m. Thursday, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Collins, Viola: 11 a.m. Thursday, New Galilee Baptist Church, Monroe. Craighead, Dorothy B. "Dottie": 11 a.m. Thursday, Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Davis, Shirley Nash: 1 p.m. Saturday, Central No. 1 Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Dew, Billy: 10 a.m. Friday, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home. Gibson, Randy: 1 p.m. Thursday, Lake Providence Senior High School. Graham Jr., Henry "Pops": 10 a.m. Thursday, Funerals by McFarland, Delhi. Harper, Lela Mae "Taylor": 10 a.m. Thursday, Siloam Baptist Church, Gansville. Holland, Freddie Carl: noon Thursday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. LaBorde, Robert "Pop" Lavene: 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Harris Cemetery, Lake Providence. Merriett, John: 11 a.m. Thursday, Mount Ararat Missionary Baptist Church, Sterlington. Robinson, Lula Bell "Pat" Harris: 11 a.m. Saturday, Wisconsin Memorial Park Chapel, Brooksfield, Wis. Thornhill, Dorothy Irene: 1 p.m. Thursday, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Watson Jr., Gus: 2 p.m. Thursday, Sunnyside Church.

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

Staff Sergeant David W. Bradshaw Funeral services for Staff Sergeant David W. Bradshaw, 50, of Winnfield, LA, will be held at 10:00 A.M. Saturday July 21, 2012 at McClendon Baptist Church in West Monroe with Rev. Rick Crandall and Chaplin Scott Thompson with the Louisiana National Guard officiating. Interment will follow in Urania Cemetery, Urania, LA, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Mr. Bradshaw was born on September 11, 1961 in New Orleans, LA, and passed away on July 18, 2012 in Alexandria, LA. David served in the United States Army for 31 years serving tours in Afghanistan and Iraq. He also served in the law enforcement for over 20 years. David is preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth and Peggy Bradshaw. Survivors include his mom, Billie Bradshaw; son, Heath Daniel Bradshaw; brother, Mark Bradshaw; sister, Susan Price and husband Russ; nieces, Kalee Bradshaw and Hannah Price; nephew, John Price; best friend, Cassidy Martin; aunt, Freddie Free; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. Pallbearers will be the United States Army Honor Guard. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Friday July 20, 2012 at McClendon Baptist Church in West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the McClendon Baptist Church Children's Building Fund or the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on July 20, 2012

Arlene Clampit Funeral services for Arlene Clampit, age 81, will be 1:00 P.M., Saturday, July 21, 2012 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of West Monroe. Officiating will be Rev. Wesley Pittman. Interment will follow at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of West Monroe. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Milton Clampit. Arlene is survived by her sons, Stephen Clampit and his wife, Tracie, Paul Clampit and his wife, Donna and Jonathan Clampit and his wife, Suzonne; and 5 grandchildren. She was a very active member of Trinity Baptist Church and all church activities. She was quick witted and loved lightning up one's day with a joke. She was an educator by trade and after her children were born, she turned her focus to raising her family and helping others. Arlene will be remembered as a very loving person. The family extends a very special thank you to the Landmark Nursing Home staff, especially the CNAs, for their compassionate care shown to Arlene during her residency. Pallbearers will be Chris Owens, Greg Owens, Terry Glennon, Michael Glennon, Danny Glennon and John Perkins. Visitation will be 5:00 until 7:00 P.M., Friday, July 20, 2012 at Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of West Monroe. Kilpatrick Funeral Homes West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 20, 2012

Arville Dillingham Arville Dillingham born February 1, 1944 died on July 13, 2012, in Bayonne NJ Medical Center. He is survived by his two daughters, Lisa Allen and Amanda Winn. He is also survived by Chris Winn. Arville had 8 grandchildren John Corum, Kandace, Katie Allen, Zach, Brook Winn, Whitney, Chloe, Dakota Ferguson. His great grandchildren included Owen, John Able Corum, Cameron, Emily Smith, Konner Kane, and Chloe Allen. He lived with his love Christy Clark. He will be missed and never forgotten. Services will be held Monday July 23, 2012 at Mt. Vernon Church from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM. Published in The News Star on July 20, 2012

Lillie Mae Godina Funeral services for Ms. Lillie Mae Godina, 86, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, July 21, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Rickey Baker officiating. Interment will follow at Hall Cemetery. Ms. Godina died Wednesday, July 18, 2012 at her home in Monroe. Her final days were spent surrounded by family and friends that she had touched in some small way throughout her very memorable life. Her gentle smile and beautiful blue eyes gave us all such courage and hope, reminding us of how precious life is. She was a devoted wife, dedicated mother, cherished grandmother, loving sister, and a joy to all that knew her. She loved church, music, and caring for others. Ms. Godina was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Eufracio "Big Boy" Godina; 6 brothers, WT, Polly, Shot, Big Anni, Dick, and Lionel Oliveaux all of Louisiana; one sister, Sis Miles of Louisiana; and one great granddaughter, Amber Washington of Louisiana. Survivors include two sisters, Rosie McIntosh of North Carolina and Dorothy Sanders of Louisiana; her 6 children and their spouses, Elizabeth and Mark Doyle, Juanita and Joe Cantu, Glory and Bo Bass, Margaret and William Washington, Nicky and Linda Godina, and John and Vicky Godina; 11 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; and 3 great-great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Bobby John Godina, Michael Lisotta, Robert Washington, Michael Washington, Richard Washington, and Gary Oliveaux. Honorary pallbearers will be Cheyenne Cantu and Christopher Bass. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The family wishes to extend their thanks to Hospice Compassus, her nurse, Nicole, and all those who helped during Mrs. Lillie's final days. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 20, 2012

H. Barry Griffin Funeral services for Mr. Hubert Barry Griffin, 61, of Houston, TX will be held at 11:00 AM. Saturday, July 21, 2012, at the Christian Life Church in Monroe, LA with Rev. Danny Chance, Rev. Billy Hale, and Rev. Wayne McClain officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in Monroe, LA Mr. Griffin died July 17, 2012 at M. D. Anderson Hospital in Houston, TX, after a brief illness. Barry was a custom home builder; he loved the outdoors hunting and being with his dogs and horses. He was a very loving husband and father, and very close to all of his family members. He was preceded in death by his father, Hubert Vernon Griffin. Survivors: wife, Carmen S. Griffin; 3 children, Justin Griffin, Lauren Griffin, and Candace Griffin; Mother, Mrs. Mary Eldridge; Sisters, Linda McKinnie, Brenda Hale, Earline Chance, Judy Brandon, and Martha Leach; Half Brother, Huey Griffin; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Justin Griffin, Huey Griffin, Jimmy Masters, Tommy Dupree, Randy Brandon, Steve Brandon, Allan Busby and Bobby Long. Visitation will be held from 6 PM until 8 PM Friday at the Christian Life Church in Monroe, LA Online Registry/Condolences:www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 20, 2012

Johnny Lee Funeral services for Johnny Lee, 62 of Farmerville, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, July 21, 2012 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Pastor Chris Witt will be officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mr. Lee was born January 14, 1950 in Pineville, LA and passed away July 18, 2012 in Jonesboro. He loved his church, South Parkway and spending time with his family. Mr. Lee loved to fish. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Betty; sons, Johnny and his wife Tanya, Clint and his wife Shannon; grandchildren, Chelsea and Jesse. 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 July 20, 2012

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

Gianbattista Cherbini Funeral services for G. "John" Cherbini, 94 of Delhi will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, July 22, 2012, at the Delhi United Methodist Church in Delhi with Rev. Darryl Tate and Rev. Jack Phelps officiating. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Saturday at Cox Funeral Home in Delhi. Burial with full military honors will be held in Faith Memorial Park Cemetery in Delhi. Mr. Cherbini was a member of the Delhi United Methodist Church and Delhi Masonic Lodge #120. He served our country in World War II in Europe having been stationed in Germany and Korea during his enlistment. He was born in New York, and after retiring from the US Army after 20 years of service made his home in Delhi, LA where he opened up a business in upholstery and refinishing and restoring furniture and antiques. He is preceded in death by his parents Carlo and Clara Cherbini and his wife Verbie Bradley Cherbini along with siblings, Maria Beatrice , Angelo Cherbini, Agatha Brogna, Augustine Cherbini, Clara Parisi, Caroline Beatrice and Carlo Cherbini. He is survived by his son and daughter in law, John R. and Marlena Cherbini; daughter and son in law, Mary Elizabeth and Hoytt Sims; grandchildren John Michael Cherbini, Brandon Clark and Jason Clark, and their children Max Cherbini, Anthony Cherbini, Jada Clark, Abby Clark and John Clark. He is also survived by step grandchildren DeSha Sims and Chandler Chang and their children Watson Sims and Dominic Chang. Pallbearers will be grandsons, Brandon Clark, John Michael Cherbini, Jason Clark, DeSha Sims and nephews Nicky Smith and Jack Bradley. To leave a message of condolence to the family please visit our website at www.coxfuneral.com Cox Funeral Home Delhi, LA Published in The News Star on July 21, 2012Leroy Jenkins, 85 RAYVILLE — Leroy Jenkins, a farmer, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home. Burial will be in Love and Charity Cemetery.

Keith Vance Olden Funeral services for Keith Vance Olden, 42 of West Monroe, LA are 2:00 PM, Sunday, July 22, 2012, in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe with Rev. Ray Jones officiating. Interment follows at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Keith was born September 21, 1969 in Panama City, FL and passed away July 19, 2012 in West Monroe, LA. Keith was a lift truck driver for Louisiana Corrugated. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ormand and Catherine Olden, 2 brothers, Darryll O'Neal and Ormand P. Olden, Jr. Keith is survived by his sisters; Debra Israel and husband Seymour, Robin Sparks-Wade, Linne' Alvarado and husband Eddie, Kathy O. Oglesbee and husband, Jeff, Leatha Robert and husband, Roy Glenn; brother, Dean Olden and wife, Amber; and also 22 nephews and 15 nieces. Pallbearers will be Dean Olden, Ryan Sparks, Daniel O'Neal, Mike Chapman, Christian Harper, Darrell Thurston, Josh Lopez, Jason Lopez, Lee Jones Jr., Terry Harper, and Michael Robert. Visitation will be held Saturday, July 21, 2012 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 21, 2012

Howard Donal "Don" Towns, III Funeral services for Howard Donal "Don" Towns, III, 56, of Bernice, LA, will be held 6:00 PM, Saturday, July 21, 2012, at Shiloh Baptist Church with Pastor Ken Reeves officiating. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until time of service. Don was born on August 2, 1955 in Tampa, FL., and passed away on July 17, 2012 in Ruston, LA. He had his Bachelor Degree in Criminal Justice System and was in the Law Enforcement. He had worked as assistant Police Chief in Helen, GA., Sheriff Deputy in White County, in Cleveland GA., Bernice Police Dept. in Bernice, LA., and was Owner /Operator of Spring Creek Farms in Cleveland, GA. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Cleveland, GA. He is preceded in death by his grandparents: Mrs. Frances Aletta Bondy, Mr. and Mrs. Howard D. Towns, Jr. of Lake Wales, Fl; Mrs. Pansey Reeves Hope of Bernice, LA; Mr. Charles W. Hope of Paragould, AR; cousin, Debbie Clark of Lake Wales, Fl; and best friend Steve Cunningham of FL. Survivors include his wife Elizabeth Ann Towns of Bernice, LA; son, Matthew Donal Towns of Bernice, LA; Andrew Brian Towns of Colorado Springs, CO; daughter, Annalee Frances Towns of Bernice, LA; daughter-in-law, Jessica Towns of Bernice, LA; father, Howard D. Towns, Jr. of Lake Wales, FL; mother, Marian C. Towns of Lake Wales, FL; sister, Virginia T. Schreier of Lake Wales, FL; brother-in-law, Joseph Schreier of Lake Wales, FL; sister-in-law, Michele Meason of Russellville, AR; brother-in-law, Larry Reeves Hope of Bernice, LA; nieces, Christine Liberatore of Winter Haven, FL; Lynne M. Chronister of Russelville, AR; nephews, Brad Maness of Winter Haven, FL; Clint Walters of Tampa, FL; Michael B. Meason of Brokenbow, OK; cousins, Mrs. Gloria Morrison of Lake Wales, FL; Janice Wixson of Winter Haven. Pallbearers will be: Co one 31st Regiment Louisiana Infantry, Sons of Confederate Veterans Compatriots, also Matthew Donal Towns and Andrew Brian Towns. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on July 21, 2012

Eddie Mathis Ward Funeral services for Eddie Mathis Ward, 66, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Monday, July 24, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Dr. Larry Stafford officiating. Private Family Interment will follow. Mr. Ward was born March 13, 1946 in oak Grove, LA and died Wednesday, July 18, 2012. He was a U. S. Air Force veteran serving during the Vietnam War and a retired deputy sheriff in investigations with the Ouachita Parish Sheriff's Department. Survivors include his son, Eddie Michael Ward and wife Nannette Susan Ward of Monroe; daughter, Susan Michelle Ward Robinson and husband David C Robinson; and six brothers. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 21, 2012

Emily Sue Ward Funeral services for Emily Sue Ward, 65, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Monday, July 24, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Dr. Larry Stafford officiating. Private Family Interment will follow. Mrs. Ward was born August 30, 1946 in Stuttgart, AR and died Wednesday, July 18, 2012. She had a Masters in Nursing and retired as Teacher of Nursing at ULM. Survivors include her son, Eddie Michael Ward and wife Nannette Susan Ward of Monroe; daughter, Susan Michelle Ward Robinson and husband David C Robinson; sister, Patsy Brown of Delhi, LA; niece, Angela Brown; great niece, Bella Jarvis; and great nephew, Lane Jarvis. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 21, 2012

Mike Jones, 47 RUSTON — Mike Jones, a construction contractor, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Lapine Assembly of God. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Maggie McConnell, 96 RUSTON — Maggie Jane Wilson McConnell, a former restaurant manager and owner, formerly of Jonesboro, died July 12. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Mount Earie CME Church, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Collier Cemetery, Chatham, under the direction of King's Funeral Home.

Juanita G. McDaniel, 86 BASTROP — Juanita Goodwin McDaniel, a retired store manager of Dollar General, died Thursday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Bartholomew Cemetery. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at Golden Funeral Home.

Keith V. Olden, 42 Keith V. Olden of West Monroe, truck driver for Louisiana Corrugated, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Violet R. Poole, 80 JONESVILLE — Violet C. Ryan Poole died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Daniel R. Sartor, Jr., 80 Daniel Ryan Sartor Jr. of Monroe, an attorney, died Tuesday. Memorial services are 11 a.m. Friday at St. Paul's United Methodist Church, Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Don Towns III, 56 BERNICE — Don Towns III, a deputy, died Tuesday. Services are 6 p.m. Saturday at Shiloh Baptist Church. Visitation is 5 p.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Dave Turner, 73 ST. JOSEPH — Dave Turner, a carpenter, died July 11. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Guildfield Baptist Church. Visitation is 2-5 p.m. Friday at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Panola Cemetery.

Eddie M. Ward, 66 Eddie Mathis Ward of Monroe, retired Ouachita Parish sheriff's deputy, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Emily S. Ward, 65 Emily Sue Ward of Monroe, retired nursing instructor at ULM, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Moses Williams Sr., 79 TALLULAH — Moses Williams Sr., a retired police officer and police juror, died July 8. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Tallulah-Madison Community Center. Visitation is 2-5 p.m. Friday at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home. Burial will be in New Oakwood Cemetery.

Richard M. Word Sr., 47 Richard Marlon Word Sr., a sales representative, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Clarks United Pentecostal Church, Clarks. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Old Bethel Cemetery, Clarks, under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Vernon Wright, 70 WINNSBORO — Vernon Wright died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Blaylock, Maureen: 10 a.m. Friday, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Carter, Willie Edward: 1 p.m. Saturday, Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Cotten, Leslie G.: 2 p.m. Friday, Community Pentecostal Church. Davis, Shirley Nash: 1 p.m. Saturday, Central No. 1 Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Dew, Billy: 10 a.m. Friday, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home. Glaze, Dock Jerome: 11 a.m. Saturday, Zion Travelers Baptist Church, Monroe. Hill, John: 11 a.m. Monday, St. John Baptist Church, Delhi. Parker, Dorothy Mae: 10 a.m. Friday, Norris Hill Baptist Church. Robinson, Lula Bell "Pat" Harris: 11 a.m. Saturday, Wisconsin Memorial Park Chapel, Brooksfield, Wis. Rhymes, David M. "Sonny": 10 a.m. Friday, Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Stanley, Essie Mae: 11 a.m. Friday, Zion Traveler Baptist Church, Monroe. Stewart, Lodie Belle Meredith: 5 p.m. Friday, Italiana Place. Williams, Joseph: 1 p.m. Saturday, Seigle Community Baptist Church, West Monroe. Williams, Marvin: 1 p.m. Saturday, Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Farmerville.

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

Charles Benoit Funeral service for Charles Benoit, 61 of Calhoun, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Monday, July 23, 2012, at Calhoun Church of Christ. Bro. Keith Roberts will be officiating. Interment will follow at Carlton Cemetery, Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mr. Benoit was born March 20, 1951 in Lake Charles, LA and passed away July 17, 2012 in Calhoun, LA. He was predeceased by his father, Ernest Benoit. He is survived by his wife, Janis Benoit; children Candida Platt, Joey Patricola (Angela), Tonie Jordan, Tammie Patricola, and Mark Patricola (Tonya); mother, Mary Foreman; sister, Barbar Vasalle (Randal); brothers; Gary Benoit (Sherrie); David Benoit(Debbie) and Ernest Benoit;15 Grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. Pallbearers will be Damon Platt, Jr., David Jordan, Jr., David Jordan, Ronnie Vasalle, Dusty Corvello and Carl Platt. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM until time of service at the 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 July 22, 2012

Daniel "Randy" Devereux Daniel "Randy" Devereux was born on November 19, 1955 and moved on to his Heavenly reward on July 20, 2012. A Graveside service will be held at 1:00 PM, Monday, July 23, 2012, at Mulhearn Memorial Park, Monroe under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Sunday at Griffin Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Randy was a member of the Knights of Columbus 4th degree. He also was a founding member of Saint Lawrence Catholic Church in Swartz. He was a graduate of St Fredrick's High School and Life-long member of Boy Scouts of America. He is preceded in death by his son, Dean White. He is survived by sons, Daniel Devereux and wife Ashley Houston of Swartz, LA; Derrick Devereux and wife Sheena Atkins of Swartz; grandchildren, Veronica White, Cheyenne Devereux, Trinity Devereux, Hunter Devereux; brother Michael R. Devereux Jr. of Downsville, LA. Special thank you for all those who made donations in his time of need. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffinfuneralhome.net Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 22, 2012

Lola Virginia Johnson Lola Virginia Johnson was born on July 9, 1945 and went to her heavenly home on July 20, 2012. A funeral service will be held 10:00 AM, Monday, July 23, 2012, at Community Christ Church in Eros, LA under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Sunday evening at the church. Interment will follow services at Community Church of Christ Cemetery, Eros, LA. Mrs. Lola was a loving mother and grandmother. She retired after 20 years of working as a machine operator for Gaylord Bag Plant. Lola is preceded in death by her parents William "Sleepy" & Elsie "Pick" Johnson and her late husband Ronnie Dale Sebren. She is survived by her daughter, Rhonda Gayle Lee and husband Roger of Calhoun; granddaughter, Ashley Nicole Lee of Calhoun; brother, William Johnson of West Monroe, numerous nephews and nieces. Pallbearers will be Jake Clark, Michael Finklea, Waymon Jones, Jason Johnson, Brad Blazer, George Lewis. Honorary Pallbearers will be Cody Elkin, Colby Oliveaux, Jason Baker, James Osbon III, David Wilson. Special Thanks to Hospice of Caring Heart, Todd Craighead & the director Charlotte; Dr. Baines and his staff & Doctors and staff at Green Clinic in Ruston. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffinfuneralhome.net Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 22, 2012

Lt. Col. William James (Gerry) Marchbank III (Ret.) Lt. Col. William James (Gerry) Marchbank III (Ret.), 74, was able to return to Heaven, Thursday, July 19, 2012 after a decade-long battle with congestive heart failure resulting from diabetes. He was born December 15, 1937, to William J. (Bill) and Ruth Jenkins Marchbank in Denver, CO. They lived in Santa Fe, NM, until his mother's death in 1944. He graduated from Wichita Falls High School in Wichita Falls, TX. Afterward, he attended college, playing football at the University of Oklahoma, and then transferred to Northeast Louisiana University (NLU) to be the starting center for the NLU football team. While at NLU, he was President of the Student Body, a member of the TKE fraternity, and met his wife of 51 years, Camille Etier Marchbank. After graduating from NLU, he spent 26 years in the U.S. Army, in both active and reserve duty. He served in Vietnam with the 1/40th B Battery Field Artillery Unit out of Fort Sill, OK. During his adult life, he taught high school in Caldwell Parish, worked as the Director of Campus Security at NLU, while obtaining his Master's Degree, was the Director at North Delta Regional Planning & Development, was a life insurance agent for the Equitable, and returned to his first love, teaching, at Riverfield Academy. He was always active in the Methodist Church, teaching Sunday school at Memorial Methodist and First United Methodist Churches in Monroe, as a member of the Pastoral Parish Relations Board, and for the last twenty plus years at the Mangham United Methodist Church. Even though he did other things, he was always teaching; whether it was teaching math to all the neighborhood kids, Sunday school, or life lessons to his children and grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, Ruth Jenkins and William J. (Bill) Marchbank, and his father-in-law, Johnnie C. Etier. He is survived by his wife, Camille Etier Marchbank of Mangham, LA; son and daughter-in-law, William J. IV (Bill) and Janice Marchbank of The Woodlands, TX; son and daughter-in-law, Johnnie and Laura Marchbank of Monroe, LA; daughter, Lynn Marchbank of Tulsa, OK; and grandchildren, Carter Marchbank of DeRidder, LA; Blake and Sarah Marchbank of Monroe, LA; and Savannah and Avery Marchbank of Tulsa, OK. He is also survived by his mother-in-law, Lorraine H. Etier of Mangham, LA; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Tim and Kathryn Etier Fife of Mangham, LA; nephew Timothy Fife and his wife, Jackie of Baton Rouge, LA ; nephew Jonathon Fife and his wife Le, and great niece Ella of Rayville, LA. Pallbearers will be Carter Marchbank, Blake Marchbank, Avery Marchbank, Timothy Fife, Jonathon Fife, and Larry Snell. Honorary pallbearers will be 1/40th Vietnam B Battery Field Artillery Unit. Visitation with his family will be 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM Saturday, July 21, 2012, at Mulhearn Funeral Home in Rayville. The celebration of his life will be 2:00 PM, Sunday, July 22, 2012, at Mulhearn Funeral Home Chapel in Rayville, with graveside service immediately following in the Gwin Cemetery, Mangham, LA with Rev. Brian Mercer and Rev. Eddie Ryhmes officiating, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home-Rayville, LA. The Family would like to thank Doctors Hospice and Dr. Tom Causey, Dr. Charles Joyce and Dr. Kerry Anders. In honor of his life, we ask that you make a donation to your favorite charity , if you do not have one, please consider any of his favorites, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital , the American Heart Association , the American Diabetes Association , or the Wounded Warriors Project. Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on July 22, 2012

Doris Albritton, 89 FARMERVILLE — Doris Albritton, a homemaker, died Friday. Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Crestview Baptist Church in Farmerville. Burial will be in Liberty Hill Taylor Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville. Visitation is from 10 a.m. to service time at the church.

Keith Olden, 42 Keith V. Olden, a truck driver for Louisiana Corrugated, died Wednesday. Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Burial will be at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun.

Bennie Phelps, 86 RAYVILLE — Bennie Phelps, a former Texas Oil employee, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe.

Evelyn Traxler, 93 CONROE, Texas — Evelyn Rowena Traxler, a retired Forest School lunch room worker, died Thursday. Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Cox Funeral Home in Oak Grove. Burial will be in the New Forest Cemetery. Visitation is from 1 p.m. to service time at the funeral home. Charles

Tyler, 85 JONESBORO — Charles E. Tyler died Friday at the Jackson Parish Hospital. Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Southern Funeral Home in Jonesboro. Burial will be at Gayla Traina Memorial Cemetery in Jonesboro. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Eddie Ward, 66 Eddie Mathis Ward, a retired Ouachita Parish Sheriff's Deputy, died Wednesday. Services are at 10 a.m. Monday in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. A private family burial will follow.

Emily Ward, 65 Emily Sue Ward, a retired teacher of nursing at ULM, died Wednesday. Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. A private family burial will follow.

Previously acknowledged Adams, Ava D.: 10 a.m. Monday, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Armstrong, Estelle Gilbert: 2 p.m. Sunday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Cherbini, G. "John": 2 p.m. Sunday, Delhi United Methodist Church. Glaze, Louise: 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Johnson, Emanuel: 10 a.m. Monday, Richwood Memorial Gardens. Kitchens, William H.: 10 a.m. Monday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Louis, Patricia: 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Mansfield, The Rev. Andrew: Noon Tuesday, First Baptist Church, Monroe. Marchbank, W.J.: 2 p.m. Sunday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville. Mathews, Bobby Lee: 2 p.m. Sunday, Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. McDowell, Leolder: 11 a.m. Monday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Delhi. Wright, Vernon: 2 p.m. Sunday, Temple Baptist Church, Winnsboro.

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

James Louis Brewster, Sr. Graveside service for James Louis Brewster, Sr., 90, of West Monroe will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, July 24, 2012, at Douglas Cemetery, Choudrant, LA with Rev. Scott Adams officiating under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Mr. Brewster was born February 16, 1922 and passed away July 22, 2012. Mr. Brewster was a US Army Veteran of World War II and member of the Air Force Reserve. Louis is survived by his wife of 61 years Beth; son Jim and his wife Ann of Atlanta, Georgia; daughters Jane and Janis of West Monroe; brother Dub and his wife Eve of Ruston; and brother-in-law and sister-in-law Floyd and Peg Ellerman of Choudrant. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Monday, July 23, 2012 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. The family would like to express their special thanks to Mylinda Smith, his special caregiver; Louisiana Hospice and David Holloway; and the prayers and support of all family friends. In honor of his life, the family asks that donations be made to McGuire United Methodist Church, West Monroe, La. or the charity of your choice . Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 23, 2012

Mitchell W. Charrier, Sr. Funeral services for Mitchell W. Charrier, Sr., 61, of West Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday, July 25, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. David Willis officiating. Mr. Charrier passed away Friday, July 20, 2012, at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. He worked for Tom's Potato Chips, Pelican Wholesale, Monroe Wholesale, and Choice Brands. Mr. Charrier was preceded in death by his father, Roy Charrier; and brother, John "Bubba" Charrier. Survivors include his sons, Mitchell Wayne Charrier, Jr., and Kevin Michael Charrier and wife Ayano; one grandson, Aiden Charrier; and mother, Martha Charrier. Visitation will be Wednesday from 1:00 PM 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 July 23, 2012

James A. Pace, 49, of Yorktown, VA, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, July 1, 2012 surrounded by his family. James was born in Natchez, MS and spent his childhood in Delhi, LA. He held degrees from University of Louisiana at Monroe, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, and Samuel Proctor Theological Seminary. In his chosen career as a Minister, James completed internships at First Baptist Church, Monroe and Trinity Baptist Church, Fort Worth, TX. He went on to minister at First Baptist Church, Lake Worth, TX; First Baptist Church, Chandler, TX; North Riverside Baptist Church, Newport News, VA; and University Baptist Church, Fort Worth, TX. James was currently serving as Director of Discipleship Ministries at St. Luke's United Methodist Church in Yorktown, VA. James had many interests, most of them revolving around the churches he served. He loved gardening, painting, arts and crafts, cooking, reading, and home improvement. He always had a smile on his face, a memorable distinctive laugh, and spent much time spoiling the "apple of his eye", his daughter Emily. Survivors include his loving wife of 26 years Rachel Reeks Pace; his daughter Emily; his mother Pauline Pace of Delhi, LA; two brothers: Don Pace of Pineville, LA and Robert L. Pace of Elizabeth, CO; many beloved in-laws and nieces and nephews; a very loved miniature schnauzer "Leo" and hundreds of friends he made everywhere he went. A memorial service celebrating James' life will be held at First Baptist Church, Monroe, LA on Friday, July 27 at 2:00 PM. The family will receive friends in a short reception immediately following the service. The family wishes expressions of sympathy sent to: St. Luke's U.M.C. Building Fund, 300 Ella Taylor Rd, Yorktown, Va. 23692. W.J. Smith & Son Funeral Home Newport News,VA Published in The News Star on July 23, 2012

Frances F. Walker Graveside funeral services for Frances F. Walker, age 88 of Columbia will be held 10:00AM Tuesday July 24, 2012 at the Crossroads Cemetery at Grayson, with Rev. Ken Evans and Rev. Jack McKeithen officiating. Visitation will be on Monday evening July 23, at the Grace Baptist Church at Grayson. Interment will be under the direction of Riser Funeral Home of Columbia. She was born Frances Pauline Flowerree on February 25, 1924 at Clarks, LA to the union of her parents James Paul Flowerree, Sr. and Mary Juanita Brown Flowerree Shell. She passed from this life on Sunday July 22, at the Haven Nursing Center in Columbia. She was preceded in death by her parents, her beloved step-father Charlie Shell, and by her two husbands; Daniel "Mac" McCarty, Sr. and Lawson Walker; her son, Paul David McCarty; and by her brothers, James Paul Flowerree, Jr. ; Elton Shell, and by her sister Earline Underwood. Frances was a Childcare Attendant, and working with children was her great love. She was especially fond of all little children. She was also a devoted and faithful member of her church, Grace Baptist, in Grayson. Left to cherish her memory, her son, Daniel "Boone" McCarty, Jr. and wife Emma, of Harrisonburg; her daughter-in-law, Barbara McCarty of Sikes; her brother Alton "Pete" Shell and wife Avis of Angleton, Texas; her sister, Lora Anne May of Grayson; and her sister-in-law, Lorene Flowerree, of Brazoria, TX. She also leaves behind her six precious grandchildren, Leah Clingan, Paul David McCarty, Jr., Brock Abraham McCarty, Vicki Lane Brunson, Dr. Erin Davezac, and Daniel William McCarty, III; sixteen great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild, and her special niece, Molly May of Grayson. Pallbearers include Mark May, Jonathan Folds, Logan Hunter Clingan, Daniel McCarty, III; Paul David McCarty, and Brock Abraham McCarty. Honorary pallbearers include Michael Clingan, Mike Pollard ,Earl Nelson, Larry Humphries, Clint Brunson, and Boyd Davezac. The Walker Family would like to sincerely thank the Doctor's and Staff at Haven Nursing Center in Columbia, for the dedication and love extended to their mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. They would also like to thank the Caldwell Parish Housing Authority for their friendship and love extended to Mrs. Walker in the past few years. Online registry/ condolences: riserfuneralhomes.com Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Published in The News Star on July 23, 2012

Fred Wigfield Funeral services for Fred Wigfield, 82, of Farmerville, will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, July 24, 2012, in the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe with Brother Richard Turnley officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Fred was born December 3, 1929 in New Comerstown, OH and passed away July 21, 2012 in West Monroe, LA. He served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War and retired as a plant manager from ITT Canon Electric. Mr. Wigfield was a member of Farmerville United Methodist Church. Fred loved his family very much. He was preceded in death by his parents Lee and Florence Wigfield; his first wife Thelma Wigfield; and his sister, Doris Weber. Survivors include his wife, Qureda Wigfield; daughters, Deborah Avila and husband Richard of CA, and Lynette Reed and husband Michael of AR; son, Frederick Wigfield, Jr. of AR; brother, Roger Wigfield of OH; sister, Patricia Keene of AZ; step daughters, Deborah Taylor of Farmerville, LA, and Aline Smead and husband Dave of West Monroe; step sons, Joe Vasquez and wife Michelle of West Monroe, and Walter Stafford and wife Sherry; 18 grandchildren; and 31 great-grandchildren. Pallbearers include Bryan Avila, Brandon Wigfield, Michael Reed, Joe Vasquez, Joby Dendy, and Darrel Meyers. Honorary pallbearer will be David Wigfield. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Monday, July 23, 2012, at 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 July 23, 2012

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

Donna Bowers Lowdermilk Funeral Mass for Donna Bowers Lowdermilk, 67, of West Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday, July 25, 2012, at St. Matthew Catholic Church with Rev. Richard Norsworthy and Rev. Lijo Thomas officiating. Services are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Lowdermilk was born June 10, 1945 in Jackson, MS and died Sunday, July 22, 2012. She was a graduate of Ouachita Parish High School and the University of Louisiana - Monroe, School of Accounting. Mrs. Lowdermilk served as a Corporal in the United States Women Marines. She was a Certified Public Accountant, retired from the Internal Audit Department of CenturyLink. Mrs. Lowdermilk was a member of the Catholic Daughters of America - Court, St. Matthew Catholic Church, Monroe, St. Matthew Altar Society, the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, and Louisiana Certified Public Accountants. Mrs. Lowdermilk was preceded in death by parents, James A. and Helen Bowers; and two brothers, Jimbo and George Bowers. Survivors include her sister, Helen Hatfield and husband James L; nieces, Gwen Ward and husband Horace and Sharon M. Hatfield, all of Shelbyville, TN; nephews, James L. Hatfield, Jr. and wife Terri of Murfreesboro, TN, and Theodore A. Young and wife Kimberly of Ambler, PA; great nieces, Haley and Taylor Hatfield of Murfreesboro, TN; and very special friends and church family. Visitation will be Wednesday beginning at 12:30 PM with a Rosary at 1:30 PM before the service at St. Matthew Catholic Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 24, 2012

Reverend Andrew J. Mansfield Funeral Services for Reverend Andrew J. Mansfield will be held on Tuesday, July 24, 2012 at 12:00 p.m., at the First Missionary Baptist Church, 507 Swayze St., Monroe, LA. Visitation is schedule for Monday, July 23, 2012, from 1:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. at the church. Interment will follow the services in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe, LA. Services handled by Miller Funeral Home. The life of Andrew Julius Mansfield was one of strength, faith, and service. Rev. Mansfield was the third of four children born to Luther and Lureatha Davison Mansfield in Perryville, LA (Morehouse Parish) on February 17, 1931. The family moved to Rayville, LA in 1932. Rev. Mansfield attended primary school at Hollywood Elementary where his mother served as principal. After graduating from Rayville Negro High School in 1948, he attended Southern University (Baton Rouge) and later enlisted in the United States Air Force. After four years of service, he immediately secured employment in Houston, TX; where he met and married Miss Mae Francis Shelly on February 18, 1953. To this union, five beautiful daughters were born. In January of 1957, Rev. Mansfield received his Bachelors Degree in Secondary Education from Grambling State University. In 1963, he earned a Masters Degree from Atlanta University. He earned his second Masters Degree in Christian Education and Philosophy from the Baptist Missionary Association Theological Seminary in Brownsville, TX in 1985 and was awarded an Honorary Doctorate Degree from the United Theological Seminary. He was called to the ministry in 1963 and preached his first sermon at First Baptist Church (Rayville, LA) where he later served as pastor. He also served as pastor of Christian Fellowship Baptist Church (Dotson, LA) and Lanes Chapel Missionary Baptist Church (Downsville, LA). He was elected pastor of the First Missionary Baptist Church of Monroe, LA in 1971. He served as the Dean of the Louisiana Congress of Christian Education for 12 years and the moderator of the 10th District Baptist Association for over 20 years. For nearly five decades, Rev. Andrew Julius Mansfield preached the uncensored, unfiltered, unembellished gospel of Jesus Christ from pulpits around the world. From the rural town of Rayville, LA to the island of St. Marteen in the Netherlands Antilles, many have been led to Christ through his profound and unwavering discipleship. He has changed the lives of millions with his message of salvation, resurrection, preparation, and education. Rev. Mansfield lived a life of service to God and mankind. Rev. Mansfield was hired as a teacher at Eula D. Britton High School (Rayville, LA) in 1960 and later hired as a counselor at Grambling State University in 1964. He retired from Grambling State University after he was elected Mayor of the Town of Grambling in 1977. During his tenure as Mayor, he had a deep appreciation for the links between the community, the university, and the city government. He was able to translate vision into strategy and strategy into action; thereby magnifying the national prominence of the City of Grambling. In light of his devotion to public service, Rev. Mansfield served on the Lincoln Parish Police Jury for over 20 years. As a result of his devotion to education, in 1998, being led by Christ, he founded the New Vision Learning Academy and served as the inaugural executive director working untiringly until his death. Due to his clear vision and dedicated service, New Vision Learning Academy continues to serve as a beacon of light for learning throughout this city, state, and nation. New Vision Learning Academy was named one of the top charter schools in the nation, thereby affording Rev. Mansfield the opportunity to visit the White House and receive an honor of distinction. Throughout the stages of his life, he was affectionately known by many names: "Pony", "Andy", "A.J.", "Daddy", "Pastor", "Paw Paw", "Uncle Pony", "Uncle Mansfield", "Pastor Rev.", and "Rev. Mansfield". He was a devoted husband, father, preacher, teacher, pastor, grandfather, brother, and servant of God. Because of his many talents and gifts that he shared unselfishly with others, his posterity will reign forever. He leaves to cherish fond memories: a loving and supportive wife of 59 years, Mae Francis Shelly Mansfield; five devoted daughters, Valisia Mansfield of Monroe, LA; Judge Yvette Alexander of Baton Rouge, LA; Dr. Cheyrl (Michael) Ensley of DeSoto, TX; Karen (Gregory) Potts of Bentonville, AR; Dr. Andrea (John) Miller of Monroe, LA; ten grandchildren, Anthony Evans, Nicole (Jarrow) Merenivitch, John (Georgia) Ensley, NaKesha Alexander, Andrew Ensley, Jevon Potts, Lauren Potts, Jamayne Potts, JaMariea Davis, Johniah Miller; one great grandson, Ay'Marric Harrison; one sister, Barbara Mansfield of Bastrop, LA; one brother, Luther (Ruth) Mansfield, Jr. of Slidell, LA; three nieces raised as daughters, Pamela (Harvey) Dailey of Killeen, TX; Denise (Terrance) Henderson of New York ; Sharon Shelly of Houston, TX; and many other nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. In Lieu of Flowers donations can be made to The Reverend Andrew Mansfield Family Foundation, a 501c3 nonprofit established in his name for educational purposes. Donations can be mailed to 2804 LaSalle Street, Monroe, LA 71202. Miller Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 24, 2012

Z. L. (Jack) Stanley Funeral services for Z. L. (Jack) Stanley, 84, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Wednesday, at New Light Baptist Church with Rev. Lindle Stewart officiating. Interment will follow at New Light Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Stanley was born December 1, 1927 in Rayville, LA and went to meet his family and friends in Heaven Sunday, July 22, 2012. He is not suffering with pain anymore. Jack was an MP during the cleanup of Germany and the moving of the Jews out of the concentration camps at the end of WWII and was a guard at the Nuremberg trials. He also served on the front lines in Korea as a sergeant and his whole outfit was killed except 6. He worked as a pipeliner and loved all of his co-workers. Mr. Stanley was preceded in death by his parents, Dave Stanley, Sr. and Audrey Hardison Stanley his brothers, Red, Omen, and Larry Stanley; his sister, Elmita Lee; and father-in-law, Leo Trichell. Survivors include his wife, Geraldine Trichell Stanley; brother, Dave Stanley, Jr.; daughters, Janie Ewing (Bob) of Jasper, TX, Sharon Tidwell (Cliff) of Rocky Branch, LA, Brenda Crawley (Floyd) of Spencer, LA; sons, Bobby Stanley (Kabrina) of Monroe and John Stanley (Stephanie) of Tyler, TX; mother-in-law, Ouida Trichell; ten grandchildren, nine great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Mike and Brent Finley, Sammy Moore, Darrin Ragland, Keith Parker, and Louie Cribbs. Honorary pallbearers will be Marvin and Johnny Trichell and Pat Young. Visitation will be will be Tuesday from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Light Baptist Church, Prairie Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to New Light Baptist Church, 2477 Prairie Road, Monroe, LA 71202. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 24, 2012

Virginia Barr, 68 RAYVILLE — Virginia Barr died Tuesday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Pleasant Grove No. 2 Cemetery, Rayville. Arrangements are under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Nelson E. Blood, 21 BASTROP — Nelson Everette Blood died Monday. Services are 4 p.m. Wednesday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

James L. Brewster Sr. 90 James Louis Brewster Sr. of West Monroe, an engineer, died Sunday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Douglas Cemetery, Choudrant. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Gene Brown, 64 DELHI — Gene Brown died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Emma Carter, 44 BASTROP — Emma Carter, formerly of Crossett, Ark., a paper mill worker, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Morehouse Association Building, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Mount Olive, Bastrop. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Mitchell W. Charrier Sr., 61 Mitchell Wayne Charrier Sr. of West Monroe, a beverage salesman, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. Wednesday until service time at the funeral home.

Lorraine L. Darrow, 87 DELHI — Lorraine Lewis Darrow, a retired nurse anesthetist, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Delhi Presbyterian Church. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Burial will be in Faith Memorial Park Cemetery, Delhi.

Ruby S. Deal, 90 Ruby S. Deal of West Monroe, a clerical typist, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 1 p.m. Wednesday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Rayville Masonic Cemetery. Rev.

Alvin Eave, 57 BASTROP — Rev. Alvin Eave, a janitorial service worker, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Greater First Church of God in Christ, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at New Jerusalem No. 1, Bastrop. Burial will be in Trousdale Hill Cemetery, Collinston, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Derrick Echols, 39 Derrick Echols of Monroe, a Ready Ice employee, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Faith Harvest Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Joe Gray, 48 DALLAS, Texas — Joe Gray, formerly of Monroe, an attorney, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Shady Grove Cemetery.

Jewell W. Kampouris, 96 Jewell Womack Kampouris of Monroe, owner and operator of Capital Steak House, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel. Visitation is 9:30 a.m. Wednesday until service time at the chapel. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Sarah Lewis, 87 RAYVILLE — Sarah Lewis, a private sitter, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Rankin Chapel A.M.E., Rayville. Visitation is 2-5 p.m. Tuesday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial is 11 a.m. Friday at Houston Memorial Garden, Houston, Texas.

Joyce McNabb, 78 Joyce McNabb of West Monroe, a bank teller, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete at Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Randy A. Myers, 63 EPPS — Randy Allen Myers, a musician, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

James E. Roberts, 74 James E. Roberts of Monroe, retired building contractor, died Thursday. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Other arrangements are incomplete.

Frances F. Walker, 88 COLUMBIA — Frances F. Walker, a retired childcare attendant, died Sunday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Crossroads Cemetery, Grayson. Arrangements are under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Fred Wigfield, 82 FARMERVILLE — Fred Wigfield, an ITT Canon Electric plant manager, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Clifton Sr., Tommy: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Glaze, Louise: 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Louis, Patricia: 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Mansfield, Rev. Andrew "A.J.": noon Tuesday, First Baptist Church, Monroe. Monk Sr., Berry Washington: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Stanley, Z.L. "Jack": 10 a.m. Wednesday, New Light Baptist Church.

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

Dee Caldwell Funeral services for Mrs. Dee Caldwell, age 77, of Downsville, LA., will be held at 4:00 PM, Thursday, July 26, 2012, at the First Baptist Church in Farmerville, LA. Officiating will be Rev. Ronnie Parks under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville, LA. Mrs. Caldwell was born on February 12, 1935 and passed away on July 23, 2012. She worked as an Office Manager for many years at Taco Tio and prior to that she was the dearly loved bookkeeper for Aline Lonsberry and then Dr. Thomas Chatham. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Monroe for over 30 years before moving to Farmerville in 2006 where she became a member of First Baptist Church in Farmerville. Mrs. Dee dedicated her most recent years to caring for the love of her life, Bill. A precious loving mother and proud grandmother, her mischievous laugh and twinkling eyes lit up the life of her family and friends and will be deeply missed. Her vibrant zest for life radiated the love of Jesus to everyone who met her. Survivors include her husband of 54 years, Bill Caldwell of Downsville, LA; daughter, Teri McDuffie and husband Sam of Benton, AR; two granddaughters: Katie McDuffie and Maggie McDuffie; sister, Veda Davis of Hot Springs, NC; brother, Verlin Webb of Powell, OH; with numerous nieces, nephews, and other family and friends. Visitation will be held Wednesday, July 25, 2012 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on July 25, 2012

DeWana Sue Henderson Funeral services for Mrs. DeWana Sue Henderson will be at 10:00 AM, Thursday, July 26, 2012, at Georgetown Baptist Church with Rev. Carl Griffith officiating. Interment will follow in the Lincecum Cemetery in Georgetown, LA, under the direction of Hixson Brothers Funeral Home of Jena, LA. The family will receive friends at the church on Wednesday, July 25, 2012, from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM. Mrs. Henderson, 68, of Georgetown, LA, passed from this life on Monday, July 23, 2012, at her residence in Georgetown. She was born January 10, 1944 in Clarks, LA to the union of Alfred Paul, Sr. and Clara Evelyn Douglas Allen. She was a manager at Goodwill store. She was preceded in death by her parents and grandson, Dustin "Scooter" Henderson. She is survived by her husband, Vernon Henderson of Georgetown; one daughter, Dana Malcolm of Georgetown; two step-daughters, Kecia Nugent and Tyra Rabalais; two sons, Bobby Lee Henderson, Jr. and Stephen Craig Henderson both of Georgetown; two sisters, Linda Farnell of Kentucy and Elizabeth Clary of Pasadena, TX; four brothers, Danny Allen of Monroe, Sonny Allen, James Allen both of West Monroe and Roger Allen of TX and six grandchildren and one great grandchild. Serving as pallbearers will be Derek Nugent, Mark Malcolm, Todd Black, Eric Nugent, Jason Arledge and Harley Arledge. You may send online condolences to the Henderson family at www.hixsonbrothers.com Hixson Brothers Funeral Home, Jena, LA Published in The News Star on July 25, 2012

Joyce Lane McNabb Joyce Lane McNabb, a bank teller from West Monroe, LA was born on January 13, 1934 and went to her heavenly home on July 23, 2012. Joyce was a loving mother and an extremely devoted wife. A funeral service will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday, July 27, 2012 at Griffin Funeral Home in West Monroe. Visitation will be Thursday 5-7p.m. at Griffin Funeral Home. A private burial service will be held. Joyce is preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Ella Wood. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, William McNabb of West Monroe, LA; daughter, Deborah West of Denver, CO; son, Bill McNabb of Boydton, VA. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffinfuneralhome.net. Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 25, 2012

James E. Roberts Funeral services for James E. Roberts, 74, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday, July 26, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Rodney White and Rev. Gerald Brantley officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Roberts died Monday, July 23, 2012, at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. He was a building contractor and later after retirement was a school bus driver for the Ouachita Parish School Board Transportation Department. Mr. Roberts was preceded in death by four sisters, four brothers, and one grandson. Survivors include his wife of 43 years, Loraine Greer Roberts; two children, Charles Misita and wife Glenda of Delhi, LA, and Neldra Hisle and husband Paul of Little Elm, TX; one brother, John T. Roberts and wife Eva; two sisters, Clara Honercamp and Helen O. Boyd; four grandchildren, Chris Misita, Lisa Fisher, Missy White, and Brian Hisle; and numerous great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Don Tindal, Woodie Pickle, Chuck Poole, Caleb Pool, Skeeter Boyd, Ricky Walker, and Terry Wiggins. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 25, 2012

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

Faris Lee Creed Alford Funeral Services for Faris Lee Creed Alford, 85, of Huntsville, AL, will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, July 28, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA with Dr. Woods Watson officiating. Private family graveside will follow in the Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Mrs. Alford passed away Friday, July 20, 2012. She had been a resident of Huntsville for 30 years and was retired from South Central Bell. She was a member of University Baptist Church, where she sang in the choir. Mrs. Alford is preceded in death by her husband, James A. Alford; and brother, Marvin Creed. She is survived by one daughter, Renee Brooks of Huntsville, AL; three sons, James E. Alford of Wichita, KS, Michael Alford of Mandeville, LA, and Dennis C. Alford of Houston, TX; two brothers, Henry E. Creed, Jr and Walter Creed both of West Monroe, LA; seven grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held from 1:00 PM until service time Saturday, July 28, 2012 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 26, 2012

Morris "Bud" Gilmore Services for Morris "Bud" Gilmore, 80 will be held on Friday, July 27, 2012 at 10:00 AM at the First Baptist Church of Farmerville. Officiating will be Rev. Kurt Auger. Visitation will be held Thursday, July 26, 2012 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the First Baptist Church in the sanctuary. Burial will follow in Farmerville City Cemetery under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Morris, better known as Bud and sometimes as Casey was born on November 16, 1931 in Oakland, Louisiana to Mamie and W.L. Gilmore. He was the middle of three boys. After graduation from Marion High School he served in the air force and later graduated from Barber School in Little Rock where he met and married Patty Louise Taylor in 1957. They moved to Farmerville, Louisiana where he worked in the forestry business until he retired. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Farmerville. Bud was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers, W.L. Gilmore Jr., Max Gilmore and wife Edna and his son Monty Morris Gilmore. He is survived by Pat, his devoted wife of fifty five years and his daughter Cheryl Gilmore Huey and son-in-law Keith. Granddaughters are Kara Huey and Rob Perodeau, Krista Huey Thomas and Robert and grandson Taylor Huey. Great grandchildren are Kylee and Tyner Perodeau and Rhett Thomas. Daughter and family through love, Peggy Allen Rogers and sons Judd, Tate, and Thad Allen and a very special friend Shelia Teaster Ginn. After a four year courageous battle with cancer he went to be with his Heavenly Father on July 23, 2012 and reunite with his son after thirty two years apart. Bud humbly described himself as just a "good ole' boy". That's true and he was much more than that. Bud was the best of men. His patience, loving, caring and humor best describes him. Pallbearers will be Judd Allen, Thad Allen, Max Von Hearn, Bob Hanry, Ken Cooper, Courtney Hatten, Billy Garris, and Gary Albritton. Special Thanks to Hospice Compassus, especially Nicole and Otis whom he looked forward to seeing. Thanks to all the special friends who showed love in many ways that are so appreciated. The Farmerville drug coffee group was the highlight of his day. Their faithful continued support during his later days at home were uplifting. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on July 26, 2012

Bernice Fife Oglesby Funeral services for Bernice Fife Oglesby, 91 of Archibald, LA will be held at Apostolic Faith Chapel in Gilbert, LA on Friday, July 27, 2012 at 2:00 PM with Bro William Guimbellot, Bro. Curtis Harris and Bro Virgil Harris officiating. Interment will follow at Guinn Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial. Bernice Fife Oglesby,known as "Sister Niece" was born on April 22, 1921 in Waverly, LA and went to her heavenly home Tuesday, July 24, 2012 at Ridgecrest Community Care Center in West Monroe. "Sister Niece" was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She enjoyed visiting with her Church family as well as her relatives. She was preceded in death by her parents, Willie Robert and Naomi Maude (Lord) Fife; her loving husband of 62 years, Frank Oswalt Oglesby; her only daughter, Judy Ann Oglesby Stentz; four brothers, Adolphus Fife, Una Fife, E.J. Fife, and Marvin Fife; three sisters, Mary Lee Crain, Marthisa Carter and Harvey Bell Oglesby. Survivors include her son, Jerry Frank Oglesby and wife Lajuana of West Monroe, LA, six grandchildren, Kevin Oglesby of West Monroe, LA, Dawn Oglesby Cathey and husband Jerry of Eros, LA, Shawn Oglesby of West Monroe, LA, Dana Stentz Page and husband Jimmy of The Woodlands, TX, Darla Stentz Goodwin and husband Tommy of LaPort, TX, Scott Stentz and wife Karen of Gunbarrel, TX, son-in-law, David Stentz of The Woodlands, TX; sister-in-law, Dorothy Lowery Fife of Mangham, LA; nine great-grandchildren, Sylvia, Caleb, Cory, Autum, Cameron, Tyler, Ty, Emory and Liam; a host of nieces, nephews as well as many, many church friends expecially the James Jeffers family and the Larry Dudley family, Sis Rebecca, Sis Susie Guimbelott, Sis Janette and Sis Gloria whom was so faithful to visit during her sickness as well as her well time at home. The Pallbearers will be Buddy Wade, James Jeffers, Jessie Guinn, Larry Dudley, Shae Easterling and Terry Guinn. The family will receive friends at The Apostolic Faith Chapel, Gilbert, LA from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM Thursday, July 26, 2012. The family wishes to thank the staffs at the Landmark Extended Care Center and Ridgecrest Retirement Center for the excellent care extended to our mother and grandmother. To leave an online condolence for the family please visit www.youngscommunity.com Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Published in The News Star on July 26, 2012

Marie Boure, 71 OAK GROVE — Marie Boure, a retired business owner, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery, Eudora, Ark.

Dee Caldwell, 77 DOWNSVILLE — Dee Caldwell, a retired office manager, died Monday. Services are 4 p.m. Thursday at First Baptist Church in Farmerville. Burial will be in Farmerville City Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville.

Durwood Hammons, 68 QUITMAN— Durwood Hammons died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday, at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 9 a.m. until time of the service. Burial will be in Quitman Cemetery.

William Harris, 75 OAK GROVE — William Harris, retired owner of Old Town Gas & Co., died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete at Cox Funeral Home.

Bobbie J. Lively, 74 RIDGECREST — Bobbie Jean Lively, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday. Burial will be in Coax Cemetery in Winnsboro.

Lucille C. Matthews, 93 WINNSBORO — Lucille C. Matthews, a retired schoolteacher, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Winnsboro Second Baptist Church under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. Friday at New Zion Baptist Church in Gilbert. Burial will be in Gethsemane Memorial Gardens.

Joyce McNabb, 78 Joyce McNabb of West Monroe, a bank teller, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Bernice F. Oglesby, 91 ARCHIBALD — Bernice Fife Oglesby died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at The Apostolic Faith Chapel in Gilbert. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Thursday at the church. Burial will be in Gwinn Cemetery, Mangham, under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Joshua P. Parker, 30 OAK GROVE — Joshua Paul "Josh" Parker, a construction worker and farm hand, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Macedonia Baptist Church near Oak Grove. Visitation is 10 a.m. until the service. Burial will be in Macedonia Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home.

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

Ruth A. Ocdise, 89 SUGARLAND, Tex. — Ruth Arlene Ocdise, formerly of Columbia, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Samuel C. Wilson, 89 GRAMBLING — Samuel Cornelius Wilson, a retired school system security officer, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Grambling Memorial Gardens. PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Bishop, Howard G.: 11 a.m. Friday, Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Boure, Marie: 10 a.m. Friday, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Carter, Emma: 11 a.m. Friday, Morehouse Association Building, Bastrop. Eave, Rev. Alvin: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater First Church of God in Christ, Bastrop. Echols, Derrick: 11 a.m. Saturday, Faith Harvest Baptist Church, Monroe. Goulbersen, Mona: 1 p.m. Saturday, Rose of Sharon Baptist Church, Monroe. Lively, Bobbie Jean: 11 a.m. Friday, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Luster, Warren E.: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. John Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Matthews, Lucille C.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Winnsboro Second Baptist Church. McNabb, Joyce: 10 a.m. Friday, Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Oglesby, Bernice Fife: 2 p.m. Friday, The Apostolic Faith Chapel, Gilbert. Word, Shirley Hennigan: 10 a.m. Friday, Riser Funeral Home.Faris L. Alford, 85 HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Faris Lee Creed Alford died July 20. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. Saturday until service time. Private family burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

John Edgar Jackson, 63, of Cody and Monroe, La., died July 21, 2012, after battling cancer. He was born in New Orleans, La., on Jan. 31, 1949. John lived most of his life in Louisiana but fell in love with the wild west and moved to Cody more than 10 years ago. While they say, "You can't take the Louisiana out of the boy," Cody truly became home to John due to the deep and lasting friendships he made. John was a loving, generous person and touched many lives in Louisiana and Wyoming. He graduated from Neville High School in Monroe and attended Louisiana Tech in Ruston, La. He spent many years in New Orleans and Monroe, working in the wholesale drug business. Upon moving to Cody John began selling real estate while also using his accounting experience to do bookkeeping and payroll for several small businesses. He was a member of Christ Episcopal Church where he served as part time bookkeeper for the Bargain Box. But John really didn't care about the money. When recently asked, he simply stated, "I don't think I made a conscious decision to change what I was doing or how I was doing it. I just kind of decided I could be comfortable doing a bunch of different things instead of having a 'real' job. You then open all these little holes where you have time to do, meet and help others." That sums up how John lived his life - spending as much time as possible helping others. He was incredibly handy and was constantly helping others with projects. John was diagnosed with cancer in 2008 and for the last three years he did it his way. He hiked mountains, skied, built a canoe and, most of all, gave back to the Cody community by sponsoring advertisements urging men who have never had a PSA test to do so and offering to pay if needed. John's generosity as a person was selfless and genuine. He was a true gentleman and the most honest friend anyone could want. The family thanks the University of Colorado Hospital in Denver and Spirit Mountain Hospice in Cody for their excellent care. They also recognize all of John's close friends who faithfully visited him during the last few weeks, bringing him peace, joy and many good laughs. He is survived by daughters Margaret (Brent) Moses of Monroe and Sandra (Lucian) Codrescu of Austin, Texas, mother Betty B. Jackson and stepmother Kaydell Currie Jackson, both of Monroe, sisters Jenny (Charlie) Moss of Sumter, S.C., Amy Dixon of Denver and Julie Brandt of New Orleans, brothers Woody (Laura) Jackson of Little Rock, Ark., and Tommy (Kelly) Jackson of Monroe, grandchildren Addison and Emma Moses and Marcus, Joshua and Emily Codrescu, many nieces and nephews who enjoyed going to the beach and spending time with him whenever possible, and his beloved dog Satchmo. John was preceded in death by his father Dr. Jack Tom Jackson. A memorial service will be at noon July 25 at Christ Episcopal Church. Visitation immediately following the services will be at La Comida. Ballard Funeral Home Cody, WY Published in The News Star on July 27, 2012

PATSY KOZLOVSKY ROY 4/16/47 - 7/27/11 In loving memory of, Pat Roy, on the first anniversary of her homecoming. Forever in our hearts - your Children, Grandchildren, Brothers and their Families. Published in The News Star on July 27, 2012

Mary Kathryn Reighney Funeral Services for Mary Kathryn Reighney, 62, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, July 28, 2012, at Covenant Presbyterian Church in Monroe, LA with Rev. John Mabry officiating. Interment will follow in the Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mary was born on July 1, 1950 in Monroe, LA and died on July 25, 2012 in West Monroe, LA. She was a devoted Christian and was a member of Covenant Presbyterian Church, where she taught Sunday School and also Bible Studies. Mary was a teacher at Alexandria Senior High School and also West Monroe High School, retiring in 2005 after 33 years of teaching. However she could not stay away from her love of teaching for long and soon began to mentor students in the teaching program at ULM. She even had the opportunity to mentor several of her former students. Teaching was her life. She was affectionately known by her nieces as "MayMay", and is preceded in death by her parents, Bill and Agnes Reighney; grandparents, J. M. and Pearl Reighney and Troy and Aline Beaird and her cousin, Vickie Voda. Survivors include her sister, Susan Reighney Harwood and husband, Bob; three nieces, Whitney Harwood Allen and husband, Nick, Krystal Harwood Cottrell and husband, Jeremy and Victoria Harwood and Fiancé, Seth Hamby; great nephew, Jeremy Cottrell Jr.; great niece, April Cottrell; uncle and aunt, Carl and Melba Voda; cousins, Tom Reighney, Jenny Reighney, and David Voda; along with a host of her teaching friends and her church family. Visitation will be held from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to Covenant Presbyterian Church in Monroe, LA or the Jason Paul Cameron Foundation, www.jpcfoundation.com Online registry/ condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 27, 2012

Lynda L. Boyett, 72 DODSON — Lynda Lou Weeks Boyett, a registered nurse, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield. Visitation is 8-10 a.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Bethlehem Cemetery, Calvin.

Mary L. Briggs, 81 CALHOUN — Mary Lee Briggs, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Arthur Franklin, 61 Arthur Franklin of Monroe, a laborer, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Cloteal Gaines, 89 ARCADIA — Cloteal Gaines, formerly of Jonesboro, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 3-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Gayla Traina Cemetery, Jonesboro.

Morris Gilmore, 80 FARMERVILLE — Morris "Bud" Gilmore, retired timber businessman, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at First Baptist Church, Farmerville. Burial will be in Farmerville City Cemetery under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Linda G. Harris, 49 SHREVEPORT — Linda G. Harris, a schoolteacher, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church, Oak Grove. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Southside Cemetery, Oak Grove.

William E. Harris Sr., 75 OAK GROVE — William Elward Harris Sr., retired owner of Old Town Gas & Go, died Wednesday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 10 a.m. until 9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oak Grove City Cemetery.

Jessica McMahon, 73 WINNSBORO — Jessica McMahon, a CNA, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Richardson and Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Bell Union Cemetery.

Ruth A. Ocdise, 89 SUGARLAND, Tex. — Ruth Arlene Ocdise, formerly of Columbia, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Samuel C. Wilson, 89 GRAMBLING — Samuel Cornelius Wilson, a retired school system security officer, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Grambling Memorial Gardens.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Bishop, Howard G.: 11 a.m. Friday, Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Boure, Marie: 10 a.m. Friday, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Carter, Emma: 11 a.m. Friday, Morehouse Association Building, Bastrop. Eave, Rev. Alvin: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater First Church of God in Christ, Bastrop. Echols, Derrick: 11 a.m. Saturday, Faith Harvest Baptist Church, Monroe. Goulbersen, Mona: 1 p.m. Saturday, Rose of Sharon Baptist Church, Monroe. Lively, Bobbie Jean: 11 a.m. Friday, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Luster, Warren E.: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. John Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Matthews, Lucille C.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Winnsboro Second Baptist Church. McNabb, Joyce: 10 a.m. Friday, Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Oglesby, Bernice Fife: 2 p.m. Friday, The Apostolic Faith Chapel, Gilbert. Word, Shirley Hennigan: 10 a.m. Friday, Riser Funeral Home.

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

Faris L. Alford, 85 HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Faris Lee Creed Alford died July 20. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. Saturday until service time. Private family burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe. Lynda L.

Boyett, 72 DODSON — Lynda Lou Weeks Boyett, a registered nurse, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield. Visitation is 8-10 a.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Bethlehem Cemetery, Calvin.

Arthur Franklin, 61 Arthur Franklin of Monroe, a laborer, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Jessica McMahon, 73 WINNSBORO — Jessica McMahon, a CNA, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Richardson and Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Bell Union Cemetery.

Ruth A. Ocdise, 89 SUGARLAND, Tex. — Ruth Arlene Ocdise, formerly of Columbia, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

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

James Arthur Altick Funeral services for James Arthur Altick (Jim) will be at 10:30 AM Monday, July 30, 2012, at Grace Episcopal Church with The Very Rev'd T. Whitfield Stodghill, III, Rector, The Rev'd William R. Bryant, and The Rev'd Dr. Bette Jo Kaufman, Deacon, officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. James Arthur Altick (Jim), age 72, passed away at home in Monroe on July 27, 2012, after a lengthy battle with Parkinson's Disease. He was born in Dallas, Texas, in September, 1939. He moved to Monroe as a child and attended Georgia Tucker Grammar School and Neville High School where he met Louise Gray with whom he spent the next 60 years. He attended Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge on a baseball pitching scholarship and was a member of DKE Fraternity. After graduating from LSU with a B.S. in Chemistry and a Masters of Business Administration, he moved back to Monroe and joined Central Bank in June of 1964. He retired as President and CEO of Central Bank in 1998 after 33 years. He believed people were the most important component of the organization. He loved and appreciated each of his employees and knew their names and family member's names. Mr. Altick was a positive role model for his family, his employees, and his community. He was very involved in his children's and grandchildren's interests and activities. He received the Monroe Chamber of Commerce David Silverstein Award in 1993, and an honorary doctorate degree from University of Louisiana Monroe (ULM) in 2000. He served on numerous community boards over the years. He served as an advisory board member to the Federal Reserve Bank in Dallas. He was a member of the Rotary Club of Monroe having served on the Board of Directors and was a Paul Harris Fellow. He also served on the Monroe Utilities Commission as Vice Chairman. He was a founding board member of the Foodbank of Northeast Louisiana and President of the Northeast Louisiana University Foundation. Mr. Altick was very active in his support of the United Way of Northeast Louisiana having served as Campaign Chairman in 1993 and Chairman of the Board in 1997. He was responsible for establishing the Steamboat Club which recognizes substantial donors, and in 1999, he and his life long friend Hugh McDonald chaired the Capital Campaign for the purchase of the current United Way office building in Monroe. He served as Vestry Member, Senior Warden and Chairman of the Building Committee while a member of Grace Episcopal Church. He was currently a member of St. Alban's Episcopal Church. Jim Altick loved his church, his family, his bank, and his community. Mr. Altick was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease (PD) over thirteen years ago. He and his wife Louise were responsible for starting the Northeast Louisiana PD Support Group. This group meets monthly to help support those facing the challenges of living with Parkinson's Disease. Mr. Altick was preceded in death by his father, Daniel Anthony Altick; mother, Irene Bernice Burton Altick; sister, Marianna Altick Pain; and grandson, James Arthur "Trey" Altick, III. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Louise Gray Altick, brother, Daniel Anthony Altick, Jr. and his wife, Connie Sue Altick, of Monroe; daughter, Ormond Altick Guenard and her husband , Jay, of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; son, James Arthur Altick, Jr. and his wife, Helena, of Monroe; daughter, Connie Altick Banovac and her husband, Filip, of Alexandria, Virginia: eight granddaughters, Courtney and Sarah Anne Guenard; Frances, Hannah and Abi Altick; Anna, Lauren and Lia Banovac; mother-in-law, Betty Ormond Gray of Monroe; brother-in-law, Courtland Prentice Gray, III and his wife, Pat, of Plano, Texas; brother-in-law, Woods Eastland Gray and his wife, Mary, of Fayetteville, North Carolina; and numerous nieces and nephews. Thanks to Dr. Richard Zweig of the LSU Medical Center staff, Dr. Don Hammett, Senior Care Services, and United Home Health and Premier Hospice for their untiring efforts in caring for Jim. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to: St. Alban's Episcopal Church, 2816 Deborah Drive, Monroe, LA 71201 Parkinson's Research of Northwest LA, LSUHS Foundation Shreveport, 1501 Kings Hwy Shreveport, LA 71103 (Note: Parkinson's Resource) United Way of Northeast LA , 1201 Hudson Lane, Monroe, LA 71201 Trey Altick Foundation, 2804 Kilpatrick Blvd., Monroe, LA 71201 or a charity of your choice . Pallbearers will be Nelson Abell, Don Finley, Leonard Garlington, Carrick Inabnett, Lestar Martin, Hugh McDonald, Saul Mintz, James Moore, Tom Nicholson, Terry Reeves. Honorary pallbearers will be former directors of Central Bank. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Sunday, July 29, 2012 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, 1200 Lamy Lane, 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 July 29, 2012

Richard Earl Calhoun Richard Earl Calhoun entered this world on September 17, 1958 and departed on July 27, 2012 at the age of 53 in West Monroe, Louisiana. Richard worked most of his life as a carpenter, taking immense joy from building things… the right way. He was strong, faithful and unwavering, the pillar of his family. His son Adam said, "There is only one man in the world that I will admit is tougher than me, that's my dad and he proves it every day. I love him with all I've got. I hope someday I might be half the man that he is." He loved to make people think, to challenge their worldview. But his greatest testimony came in the final days of his life. With hands that trembled, barely able to lift glasses to his face, Richard asked his family to be quiet and not hover. He wanted to read. Read the Bible that he clutched while waiting for our ever faithful God to call him home. "Rejoice, don't cry, heaven is beautiful," he said. "They are waiting on me." And at the very moment he left this earth, he joined in that blessed reunion with those that preceded him, his parents Betty and Earl Calhoun, Maternal grandparents Jean and Lucille Gilbert, Paternal grandparents Make and Jewel Calhoun. He is survived by his wife of 28 years Cindy DeMoss Calhoun, daughter Stacy Calhoun Anders and husband Chester Anders, son Adam Richard Calhoun, one grandson William Garrett Anders, 2 brothers Mike Calhoun and Ken Calhoun and wife Lisa, one sister Glenda "Sissy" Calhoun, 16 nieces and nephews, uncountable aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Visitation will be held Sunday July 29th from 5:00 PM-8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe. Funeral services will be Monday at 2:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Interment to follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. First cousins will serve as pallbearers. Memorials may be made to Gideon's International. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 29, 2012

Nora E. (Jeanette) Dillard Moore Mitchell Our beloved Mother passed away peacefully in the home of her daughter & son-in-law, Patricia & Jimmy Breland, with her family at her bedside. She passed away on Thursday morning, July 26, 2012, into the loving arms of her Heavenly Father. She loved her Lord & Savior Jesus Christ and was ready to go home. Nora was born on May 31, 1918, in Webster Parish in Hope, La., to the union of Henry Miles Dillard, Jr. & Elizabeth M. Ray Dillard. She was a member of New Chapel Hill Baptist Church in West Monroe, La. Mrs. Mitchell ran a grocery store in the mid-fifties & early sixties. She helped many of her customers, when they did not have the money to pay. She was always a generous & loving person who touched the lives of many people. Everyone talked about her kindness to so many people. Mrs. Mitchell was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers and two sisters; husbands, James W. Moore and Charlie P. Mitchell; her beloved daughter, Shirley Jean Mitchell Donaldson; grandsons, Tommy Moore and James Moore. Survivors include her sons, W. Herman Moore (Fran) of W. Monroe, La., Hugh P. Moore (Carol) of Sidney, Ar., James R. Moore (Debra) of Columbia, La.; her daughters, Frances Parker of Monroe, La. Patricia Breland (Jimmy) of Monroe, La., Virginia Langley (Joe) of Fountain Inn, S. C.; her special cousin, Nancy Dillard of Harahan, La.; her loving dog, Angel, her constant companion for the last 6 years who brought her much comfort; and 21 Grandchildren. Pallbearers will be grandsons, Ted "Buddy" Moore, Virgil J. Parker, Pete J. Battaglia, Jr., J. R. Moore, Jr., Randall Donaldson, Phillip Donaldson, and Ethan Powell. Honorary pallbearers will be Gary Slatten and Michael Slatten. Visitation will be at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe, La. on Sunday July 29, from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM. The funeral to celebrate her life will be at New Chapel Hill Baptist Church in W. Monroe, La. on Monday, July 30th at 10:00 AM. Rev. Charles Dupree will officiate. Interment to follow at New Chapel Hill Cemetery in W. Monroe, La. Mrs. Mitchell loved animals and asked that donations be made to any animal shelter. 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 July 29, 2012

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

Paul F. Danna Funeral services for Paul F. Danna, 89, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, July 31, 2012 at St. Matthew Catholic Church with Rev. Sebastian Kallarackel and Mnsgr. Edmund Moore officiating. Interment will follow at St. Matthew Catholic Church Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA. Mr. Danna died Sunday, July 29, 2012 at St. Joseph's Nursing Home. He was an avid fisherman with thorough knowledge of Black Bayou. He was also a great musician and played the harmonica and guitar at the same time. Mr. Danna was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia R. Danna; his brothers, Anthony S. Danna, Sam F. Danna, Jerome Danna, Felice Danna and Vincent J. Danna; and sisters, Josephine Ticheli, and Annette Anzelmo. Survivors include his brothers, Johnny J. Danna, and Angelo T. Danna; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Monday, July 30, 2012, with a Rosary to be read at 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home on Sterlington Road. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association . The family would like to give a special thank you to the staff and employees of St. Joseph Nursing Home and also to the staff of Louisiana Hospice. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 30, 2012

Mary Bernice Gilmore A celebration of the life of Mary Bernice Gilmore, 86, of Delhi, will be held at 10:00 AM Wednesday, August 1, 2012 at the First Baptist Church in Delhi. Dr. Marcus Murphy will officiate. Graveside services will be held at 3:00 PM, Wednesday at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens in Greenville, MS under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Delhi. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM on Tuesday, July 31, 2012 at Cox Funeral Home in Delhi. Mrs. Gilmore was born May 4, 1926 and died Saturday, July 28, 2012 at Richland Parish Hospital in Delhi following a lengthy illness. She was a devoted wife and mother and a member of Delhi First Baptist Church. She enjoyed reaching out to others through her card ministry and the crafting of birthday boutonnieres and corsages for the nursing home residents for many years. She is preceded in death by her husband, Ellis Julian Gilmore, her parents, Mr. Eugene Edward Swarner and Mrs. Ella Pearl Swarner, her sister, Velma Pearl Meeks, and brothers Eddie Lee Swarner and Eddie Burl Swarner. Mrs. Gilmore is survived by three children: Dianna Lynn Perkins and her husband Terry, of Houma, LA, William Harvey Gilmore and his wife Amanda, of Humble, TX, and Donald Ellis Gilmore and his wife Sharon, of Delhi, LA. Also surviving are three grandchildren: Dr. Ryan Cory Perkins, Joshua Colin Gilmore, and Madeline Claire Gilmore; a brother, Oscar Curtis Swarner of Hot Springs, AR, and numerous nieces and nephews. To leave a message of condolences to the family please visit our webpage at www.coxfuneral.com. Cox Funeral Home Delhi, LA Published in The News Star on July 30, 2012

Carrie D. Beaudoin, 87 Carrie D. Beaudoin of Monroe died Saturday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Smith Funeral Home.

Xavier Blackburn, 84 QUITMAN — Xavier Blackburn, , a retired millwright, died Saturday. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro. Burial will be in Mount Olive West Cemetery, Quitman.

Richard Earl Calhoun, 53 Richard Earl Calhoun of West Monroe, a carpenter, died Friday. Funeral services are at 2 p.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Burial is in Roselawn Memorial Gardens.

Douglas G. Fatheree, 74 Douglas G. Fatheree of West Monroe, a retired Graphics millwright, died Sunday. Services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Ouachita Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial is in Hurricane Cemetery in Athens in Bienville Parish.

Milton R. Johnson Jr., 92 LEWISVILLE, Texas — Milton Raymond Johnson Jr. PhD, formerly of Ruston, a retired professor and head of Electrical Engineering at Louisiana Tech University, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home in Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery in Ruston.

Elsie C. Roberts, 86 Elsie Christine Roberts of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Abels, A.D.: 10 a.m. Tuesday, First Baptist Church of Calvin. Altick, James A.: 10:30 a.m. Monday, Grace Episcopal Church, Monroe. Denney, Nona Maxine: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield. Mitchell, Nora E. "Jeanette" Dillard Moore: 10 a.m. Monday, New Chapel Hill Baptist Church, West Monroe. Thompson, Effie Lorene Akers: 2 p.m. Monday, Christ Church Cemetery, Bastrop.

Jul 31, 2012 - Obituaries from the News-Star, Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Douglas Gene Fautheree Funeral services for Mr. Douglas Gene Fautheree, 74, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, July 31, 2012, at Ouachita Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA with Bro. Dennis Hensley officiating. Burial will be in Hurricane Cemetery near Arcadia, LA. under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Mr. Fautheree passed away July 29, 2012 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center after a lengthy illness. He was born September 22, 1937 to the union of Ledell and Gladys Fautheree in Rayville, LA. Mr. Fautheree was a decorated United States Army Veteran. Doug was a retired millwright of Riverwood International. He loved to travel, fish, hunt, listen to bluegrass, pick his guitar, cook, and especially spend time with his family. Doug gathered his greatest strength from his deep faith in the Lord and loved attending his church. His grandchildren were the light of his life. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Betty Jane Fautheree, and sister Maxine Pacey. Survivors: wife Martha Sullivan-Fautheree; children, Harold Guy Fautheree and wife, Carrie Lanae, Michael Gene Fautheree and wife, Tammy, Rachel Deiter and husband, Timmy, Carrie Fautheree and fiancé John King; 9 grandchildren: Sabrina Fautheree, Ember and Heather Carmichael, Jonathan Fautheree, Collin Peoples, Maegan King, and Malynda, T.J., and Kora Deiter; brothers, Lavonne Fautheree, W.L. "Dub" Fautheree, and Douglas Eugene Fautheree; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Pallbearers will be Devone Woodall, Jr., Timothy Deiter Jr., PV2 Jonathan Fautheree, Collin Peoples, Issac French, and Willie Aarons. Honorary Pallbearers Chuck Donley and Ronnie Fredericks. Special thanks to Dr. Clyde Elliott, Dr. Ron Hammett, and the caring, numerous medical staff that assisted him throughout his long illness (especially the staff at GRMC ICU South). Also, special thanks to Chuck and Kris Donley. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to a charity of your 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 July 31, 2012

Joe LaPietra Per Papaw's wishes a private family service will be held for Joe LaPietra 83, a glassier of Monroe at New Winnsboro Cemetery with Rev. Paul Perry officiating, under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro, LA. Mr. LaPietra was born November 30, 1928 in Monroe to his parents Ignazio and Annie Fontana LaPietra and passed from this life on July 29, 2012 at his residence in Monroe, LA. He retired from Binswanger Glass Manufacturing Company. Survivors include a daughter Sharlotte Davis Cain and husband Jimmy Ray of Gilbert, LA; son Joseph Anthony LaPietra, Jr. and wife Stephanie of West Monroe, LA; grandchildren Candace Cain Samuels and husband Rob, Miranda Howard and husband Brad, Joseph A. LaPietra III; three great-grandchildren Savannah Samuels, Leia and Lanie Howard; and a host of other relatives and friends. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society in memory of Joe LaPietra. Online condolences may be made at www.gillfirstnational.com Gill First National Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Published in The News Star on July 31, 2012

Christine "Chris" Dupree Roberts Funeral services for Mrs. Christine "Chris" Dupree Roberts, 86, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, August 1, 2012 at the Chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Mike Holloway officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Roberts died Sunday, July 29, 2012, at Avalon Place, Monroe, LA. Mrs. Roberts was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, William Murray Roberts. Survivors include daughters, Patricia LaGrone and her husband Lamar of Monroe, LA, Karen BeDoit and her husband Gene of Swartz, LA; son, Phil Roberts and his wife Jean of Calhoun, LA; eight grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Heath BeDoit, Jerry Spillers, Jason Spillers, Jason Roberts, Brian Hinson, Hunter Pharis. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Tuesday, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe, LA. The family wishes to extend their thanks to Dr. Charles Morgan and the C hall staff at Avalon Place for the good care they gave Mrs. Roberts. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 31, 2012

Linda Ilene Wimberly Snyder Funeral services for Linda Ilene Wimberly Snyder, 65, of Oak Park, IL, will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, August 1, 2012 at New Chapel Hill Baptist Church, West Monroe, LA. Rev. Greg Green will be officiating. Interment is to follow at New Chapel Hill Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Linda was born August 17, 1949 in Monroe, LA and passed away July 25, 2012 in Oak Park, Illinois. Mrs. Snyder was the beloved wife of Gregory L. Snyder; loving mother of Lee Johannah (Andrew) Cross and Caroline Amelda Snyder; cherished sister of Betty Gaye (Glenn) Sullivan, Dale (Cynthia) and the late Ronald (Sandy) Wimberley; adored sister-in-law of Pamela Snyder Johnson; dear daughter of the late CV and Doris Avant Wimberley; loving aunt of Rachel, Christopher, Cole, Eric, Becki, and Cara. Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM until service time at the church. Online condolences may be sent to the family at ww.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star from July 29 to July 31, 2012Kristy Bennett Dean Memorial Services for Kristy Bennett Dean, 53, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 7:00 PM Wednesday, August 1, 2012, at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Visitation will be from 4:30 PM until service time. Kristy was born in Monroe, LA on February 20, 1959 to Larry M. and Bettye T. Bennett. She departed from this world on July 28, 2012. She was so full of life, never met a stranger and always had a smile on her face. She would go out of her way to help someone in need of anything. Her favorite place to vacation was the Ozark Mountains in Arkansas. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Jack and Gladys Blanks of Monroe, LA and her paternal grandparents, George and Adelyne Bennett of Marion, LA. She is survived by her husband, Danny; her parents, Larry and Bettye Bennett of Sterlington, LA; her sister, Becky Kilcrease and husband, Ronnie of Sterlington, LA; her stepsons, Nathan and Daniel Dean and wife, Jayme of West Monroe, LA; her niece and nephews, Connie McCarter and husband, Steve of Lakeland, FL, Seth Borden of Monroe, LA, and Dean Bayles; her great- niece and nephew, Stormie and Paul Michael Gilliland of Lakeland, FL; brother-in-law, Otis Dean; and sister-in-law, Ms. Margaret Dean. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on July 31, 2012