Obituaries - August 2012

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

Wilma Long Funeral services for Mrs. Wilma Long, 89, of Columbia, MO, formerly of Monroe, LA, will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday, August 2, 2012 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home on Sterlington Road in Monroe. Burial will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Long was born on July 31, 1922 in Quitman, MS, and passed away July 27, 2012. She was a devoted and loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was kind hearted and caring and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Mrs. Long was preceded in death by her husband, Martin Long. Survivors include her son, David Long, of Richmond TX; her daughter, Tammy Phillips and husband Mark, of Columbia, MO; grandsons Michael Long, Steven Long, and Jonathan Phillips. Visitation will be from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM on Wednesday, August 1, 2012 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 August 1, 2012

Sharon Faye Ouchley Funeral Services for Mrs. Sharon Faye Ouchley, 61, of Eros, LA will be held at 11:00 A.M., Thursday, August 2, 2012 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA with Rev. Billy Taylor and Rev. Billy Lovett officiating. Interment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery Monroe, LA. Sharon was born October 9, 1950 in Monroe, LA to Billy and Mable Armstrong. She died July 30, 2012 after a lengthy illness. Sharon was a retired mortgage banker from J P Morgan Chase Mortgage Division and a member of Immanuel Worship and Fellowship. Survivors include her husband, Mike Ouchley; son Justin Ouchley and wife, Christie; grandchildren, Gracie, Hannah, Sophia, and Olivia; adopted daughter, Kellie Martin; sisters, Paula Tidwell and husband, Kayo, Karen Ingles, and Carolyn Mullins; uncle, Wayne Tanner and wife, Ann; and several nieces and nephews; special great nephews and niece, Logan, Jesse, and Lachland Green and JaNae Mullins; sister-in-law, Lee Frank; and brother-in-law, Glen Ouchley. Pallbearers will be friends from Entergy. Visitation will be 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, August 1, 2012 at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Memorial may be made to Immanuel Worship and Fellowship, 3542 Louisiana 557, West Monroe, LA 71292 Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 1, 2012

William Ernest "Ernie" Rutherford, M.D. William Ernest "Ernie" Rutherford, M.D., passed away in Monroe, Louisiana on July 28, 2012. He was 73. Dr. Rutherford was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico on June 12th, 1939 to Philip and Ethel "Minnie" Rutherford. From the early age of 4 he aspired to be a doctor, even though no one in his family had gone to college. Luck came his way when a Career Day counselor from Grinnell College came to Valley High School in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and paved the way for a sports scholarship to that prestigious school. In 1961 he began his studies at the University of Colorado's School of Medicine. In 1964, during his Junior year in medical school, he married Ileta Atchley and began their life of 48 years together. Drafted for Vietnam in 1967, they spent 3 years in Germany as an Air Force doctor, returning to St. Louis, Missouri and Barnes Hospital where he did his Internship and Residency. The early part of his medical career was filled with pioneering research on chronic kidney disease. In August 1978 he started a new life in private practice in Monroe, Louisiana. By 1982, he and Dr. Joan Blondin opened the first Northeast Louisiana Dialysis Center in Monroe, ultimately growing the practice to six clinics in the region. Dr. Rutherford was influential in establishing a rural health clinic in Start, Louisiana with Jennifer Bennett who worked with him since 1981. Since November 2006, he worked at LSU Conway as a full professor of clinical family medicine, always teaching his residents to question everything, and to learn the "why" not just the "what," and always to listen to the patient (his mom always told him that). He received the teacher of the year award in 2010. He is survived by his wife Ileta, son Phillip and his wife Felicia Stingone and their two daughters Gabriella and Francesca, son Jason and his wife Jessica Rutherford and their two daughters Melanie and Nina, sister Margie Kimbrough, and a 'surrogate' son Joe Mansour. He is also survived by numerous - sister and brother-in-laws, nieces and nephews. According to Ernie's wishes, he will be cremated and returned to New Mexico. A visitation will be held at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, 1200 Lamy Lane in Monroe from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, August 1st. Memorial services will be officiated by Rev. R. Crandall and held at McClendon Baptist Church, 206 Downing Pines Road, West Monroe at 11:00 AM, August 2nd, 2012. Pallbearers will be Rob Atchley, Cory Atchley, Casey Lang, Cody Lang, Louis Elias and Dean Hebert. Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. Joan Blondin and Dr. Herschel Harter. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be given to Grinnell College in memory of William "Ernie" Rutherford '61. Friends and family wish to establish a scholarship that will benefit Grinnell Students interested in pursuing a degree in medicine. Those wishing to contribute may do so by sending a check to Grinnell College, Old Glove Factory, Attn: Meg Jones Bair, 733 Broad Street, Grinnell, IA 50112. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 1, 2012

Ilene Wimberley Snyder Funeral services for Ilene Wimberley 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. Ilene was born August 17, 1946 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 on August 1, 2012

Carrie D. Beaudoin, 87 Carrie D. Beaudoin of Monroe, a seamstress, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Solid Rock Worship Center, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Alice T. Campbell, 88 Alice Ticheli Campbell of West Monroe, retired Ouachita Parish Health Unit, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

James C. Carr, 68 WINNSBORO — James Calvin Carr, a carpenter, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

George Curry, 86 COLUMBIA — George Curry, a cashier, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Tony Dawson, 46 Tony Dawson of Monroe, a laborer, died July 24. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Kristy B. Dean, 53 Kristy Bennett Dean of West Monroe, a medical secretary, died Saturday. Memorial services are 7 p.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 4:30 p.m. until service time.

Sing Rokeita Eggins, 30 COLUMBIA — Sing Rokeita Eggins, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Covenant Christian Worship Center. Burial will be in St. Paul Cemetery under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Joseph P. Fitzmorris, 31 NORFOLK, Va. — Joseph P. (J.P.) Fitzmorris died July 19. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Trinity United Methodist Church, Ruston. A private family committal will follow the services under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Arthur Lee Franklin, 56 Arthur Lee Franklin of Monroe, a laborer, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Pentecostal Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 3-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery.

Frank Horne, 83 Frank Horne of West Monroe, retired from Olinkraft, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Jayden J. Jackson, infant TALLULAH — Jayden Jamal Jackson, the infant son of Rodney Jackson and Shrandra Beal, died Thursday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Morning Rest Memorial Park. Arrangements are under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Delhi.

Gerttie Jones, 67 FARMERVILLE — Gerttie Mae Henry Jones, a hairdresser, died Monday. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home.

Helen V. Joyner, 69 Helen Vesta Joyner of West Monroe, a communication operator, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at St. Patrick's Episcopal Church, West Monroe. Visitation is noon Thursday until service time at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Bertha McLaurin, 85 COLUMBIA — Bertha Lee Hodge McLaurin, a cosmetologist, died July 24. Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Garden Valley Baptist Church. Visitation is 4:30-6:30 p.m. Wednesday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe and 11 a.m. Thursday until service time at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Ruth A. Ocdise, 89 SUGARLAND, Texas — Ruth Arlene Ocdise, formerly of Columbia, a cook, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at St. Paul Baptist Church, Columbia. Visitation is 11 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Sean J. Orange, infant Sean Jamario Orange, the infant son of Marquisha Orange of Monroe, died July 23. Graveside services are 9 a.m. Saturday at Richwood Memorial Gardens, under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Christine Roberts, 86 Christine "Chris" Dupree Roberts of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Donald J. Robinson, 74 Donald Joe Robinson of Monroe, an attorney and entrepreneur, died Friday. Memorial services are 1-4 p.m. Saturday at Rendezvous (the old Honkey Tonk), 2003 Tower Drive, Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Gilmer Funeral Home, Mobile, Ala.

Sibyl Sandidge, 83 ENTERPRISE — Sibyl Sandidge died Saturday. Graveside service are 10 a.m. Saturday at Old Catahoula Cemetery. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Leo Williams, 53 DELHI — Leo Williams, a farmer, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Delhi.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Duncan, Nathalie Brown: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Monterey Baptist Church. Gilmore, Mary Bernice: 10 a.m. Wednesday, First Baptist Church, Delhi. Johnson Jr., Milton Raymond: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston. Long, Wilma: 2 p.m. Thursday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Paxton, Marvin Gene "Dump": 2 p.m. Wednesday, Mount Zion Church of God, near Oak Grove. Rutherford, William Ernest "Ernie": 11 a.m. Thursday, McClendon Baptist Church, West Monroe.

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

Alice Ticheli Campbell Funeral Services for Mrs. Alice Ticheli Campbell, 88, of West Monroe, LA will be held 10:00 AM, Friday, August 3, 2012, at the St. Paschal Catholic Church in West Monroe, LA with Rev. Frank Coens officiating. Interment will be in Pleasant Grove Cemetery near Choudrant, LA, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Mrs. Campbell died July 31, 2012 at the West Monroe Guest House after a lengthy illness. Ms. Alice was a member of the St. Paschal Catholic Church, where she was a member of the Altar Society. She was a member of the Catholic Daughters, Selman Field Historical Society, and West Ouachita Line Dancers. She retired from the Ouachita Parish Health Unit after 28 years of service. Mrs. Campbell loved dancing very much, was a great cook, and was a very giving person. Although confined to a wheel chair and on dialysis, she was a great inspiration to many others. She kept a wonderful and joyous attitude, and did not let her disabilities keep her from doing many things she enjoyed. She was greatly loved and will be missed by many. Thanks to all at the West Monroe Guest House for your great love and care of our mother. That was truly her home for which she cared dearly. Thank you very much Dr. Floyd Jones for your love and care. She was preceded in death by her husband, Mr. George M. Campbell, Sr. She is survived by her sons, George M. Campbell, Jr., Doug Campbell and spouse Lauren: daughters, Geralyn Rue and husband, Eric, Jeanne Willems and husband John: grandchildren, Dustin Campbell, Mellissa Campbell Crowell and husband John, Rachael and Ryan Rue, Callie Harrigan: great grandchildren, Haley Campbell and John Crowell Jr., Carlee Campbell: brother, Anthony Ticheli: numerous nephews and nieces. Pallbearers will be Mike Monk, Michael Monk Jr., Colin Campbell, Clint Campbell, Ryan Rue, and John Willems. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM, Thursday, August 2, 2012, with a Vigil Wake Service at 6:00 P.M. at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the activities department at the West Monroe Guest House, 1007 Glenwood Drive, West Monroe, LA 71291. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 2, 2012

James Calvin "Cowboy" Carr, 68 Former Pistol Thicket resident James Calvin "Cowboy" Carr, 68, died July 30, 2012, at his home in Winnsboro, LA. At his request, no schedule service will be held. Mr. Carr was born June 22, 1944, to Lorraine Jefferson Carr and Carrie Bell Carr and spent his youth in Pistol Thicket, LA. Though he traveled across the world, Cowboy was a country man at heart. He loved to laugh and brought much happiness to the many who loved him in return. Mr. Carr was very proud of his service in the United States Army 4th Infantry Division during the Tet Offensive of 67 & 68. For his valiant service to his country, Mr. Carr earned two Purple Hearts, Combat Infantry Badge (CBI), Left handed Sharp Shooter, and many other awards too numerous to list. Mr. Carr is survived by his son, Shane Carr & his wife Tiffany; daughter, Debra Carr Delgado, her husband Carlos and their two daughters; son, James "Walnut" Carr, his wife Becky and their three sons; son, Matthew Carr, his wife Ashley and their daughter; the mother of his children, Virginia Lynn Kirkpatrick; brother, Jimmy L. Carr and his wife Rebecca; sister, Elaine Lowe and her husband Glen (his favorite brother-in-law) ; a host of nieces & nephews; and his special companion of ten years Evelyn "June" Farrell. He was preceded in death by an infant daughter and his brother Charles Carr. His ashes will be interned at Mount Rose Cemetery in Grayson, LA. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffinfuneralhome.net Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 2, 2012

JOSEPH PATRICK NEWMAN (JP) FITZMORRIS United States Navy Helicopter Air Crewman 1stClass, JOSEPH PATRICK NEWMAN (JP) FITZMORRIS, 31, of Ruston, Louisiana, was killed July 19th in Oman, when his MH-53E Sea Dragon, assigned to Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squadron 15 stationed at Norfolk, VA, crashed during a downed aircraft recovery operation of another helicopter, approximately 58 miles southwest of the capital city of Muscat. A memorial service was held at Norfolk Naval Base on July 26 in Norfolk, VA. Funeral services will be held 10:00 A.M. Friday, August 3, 2012 at Trinity United Methodist Church on the I-20 North Service Road, in Ruston, Louisiana with a private burial immediately following, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, with Navy Lieutenant (Chaplain) Jeffrey Ross and Associate Pastor Rev. Brian Mercer presiding. JP was born September 13, 1980 in Shreveport, LA. He is a 1999 honors graduate of Ruston High School, in Ruston, LA, where he lettered in baseball, football, and track, and a 2003 graduate of Louisiana Tech University, with a BS degree in Kinesiology and Health Promotion. He was working on his Masters of Science in Kinesiology at the University of Louisiana (Monroe), when he made the decision to enlist in the US Navy in 2004. He was a veteran of several deployments to the Persian Gulf and he participated in humanitarian relief efforts following the earthquakes in Haiti. JP married US Navy Ensign Jacqueline (Jacquie) Gulla on February 19, 2012, shortly before deploying to Bahrain with his squadron. JP was a lifelong resident of Louisiana. He was a talented athlete and avid outdoorsman, who absolutely loved to duck and deer hunt, fish, and cook what game he killed or caught. Above all JP loved spending time with Jacquie, his shipmates, friends and family, and JP was a purple and gold hemorrhaging LSU Tiger Football fan. He was a member of Ducks Unlimited, Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity, and Trinity United Methodist Church. JP is survived by his wife and best friend, Jacquie Gulla Fitzmorris, of Norfolk, VA; his mother, Florence Mae Fitzmorris, of Bossier City; sister, Jolie B. Mahfouz and her husband Judd, of Washington, D.C.; his beloved dogs Nala and Drake, and enough cousins, nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles to fill Tiger Stadium. JP is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Florence and Joseph Fitzmorris. Memorials in lieu of flowers should be made to the JP Fitzmorris Memorial Fund, c/o Community Trust Bank, 1511 N. Trenton St., Ruston, LA 71270. The JP Fitzmorris Memorial Fund will be used to fund a scholarship to be given each year to a student graduating from Ruston High School who demonstrates some of the same wonderful qualities and interests as JP and who will be attending Louisiana State University. The family of JP wishes to thank the communities of Ruston, LA and Hampton Roads, VA, for their unending support and prayers and to those men and women serving at home and abroad, may you continue the guard and come home safely. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Published in The News Star on August 2, 2012

Frank Earl Horne Frank Earl Horne, 83, was born October 13, 1928 in West Monroe, LA and died July 31, 2012 of natural causes at the Northeast Louisiana War Veterans Home. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM, Friday, August 3, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Rev. Nelson Matecki officiating. Interment will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. The son of Charles Weaver Horne and Celina Marie Ronquille, he was one of 6 brothers and 2 sisters. Frank was a resident of Ouachita Parish his entire life, and was preceded in death by his parents, all of his siblings and his son, Charles Earl Horne. Frank's formal schooling stopped when he completed the 9th grade. His older brother, Robert had been killed in action on the 22nd of April, 1945 near Lorraine, France. Frank had to get his parents to sign for him to enter the US Navy in 1945. He served his country for 7 years, 11 months, 26 days as Decant and Boatswain's Mate. His last service was on the USS Correy DD817 Destroyer. He received the Good Conduct Medal and an honorable discharge in August, 1953. He returned home and began working at Brown Paper Mill and its subsidiaries, now known as Graphic Packaging. In 1954, he met and married Theta Richardson, and was a devoted father and provider for his family which grew to include two daughters and one son, Frankie, Charles and Kay. Frank retired in 1987 as a refining room operator after 33 years of service at the paper mill. After retirement he stayed active, becoming the Bible Study Teacher at the West Ouachita Senior Center on nearing the age of 80 he passed the position he held a special passion for to Rev. Nelson Matecki. He enjoyed ceramics, woodworking and his pool. Frank was baptized around the age of 30 at Trinity Baptist Church in West Monroe. He actively attended as his shift work schedule at the mill would allow him and his family to attend. Frank and Theta also attended Riverview, Central, Calvary, West Heights, and Landmark. He held positions of leadership and teaching at several of these churches. Frank sought Godly wisdom evidenced by his well-marked tattered bibles and vast library of Christian study materials. Survivors: his loving wife, Theta R. Horne; daughter, Frankie Miller (Richard) of West Monroe, LA and daughter, Kay Watson (Tommy) of Homer, LA; six grandchildren, Melissa, Jeri, Brooke, Sarah, Mary and Bradley; several great grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 2, 2012

Elizabeth J. Wright Elizabeth Johnston Wright, 102, of St. Petersburg, died peacefully, surrounded by her family, and entered into eternal life on Monday, July 23, 2012. Born in Monroe, Louisiana, she and her husband, Claude Bernard Wright, M.D. moved to St. Petersburg, FL in 1932 when he became the first City Physician. She graduated from Sophie Newcomb College, Tulane University, and she was always very active in her community and church. Betty was a devoted Christian, beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. A friend to many, she will be greatly missed. Betty had many family members and friends in Monroe who will treasure her recent visit last month. She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, John Bishop Johnston and Julia Elizabeth Johnston (nee Barns) and her brother John Bishop Johnston, Jr. She is survived by her children Donald Wright (Barbara) and Nancy Wright Thomas (Thomas), grandchildren Cathy, Bill, Lacey and Clay; great grandchildren Cathy Ann, Elizabeth, Will, and Christopher as well as her sister-in-law Mary Ann Dixon Johnston, and nieces and nephews, Jo Libby Johnston, J. Bishop Johnston, III, J. Dixon Johnston, Ann Johnston Currie, and Nina Johnston Pate. Services will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, August 4th, at The Cathedral Church of St. Peter in St. Petersburg, FL and internment will take place at Riverview Cemetery in Monroe, Louisiana. Published in The News Star on August 2, 2012

Judy A. Guess, 52 WINNSBORO — Judy A. Guess, a homemaker, died July 25. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Magnolia Baptist Church, Newellton. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home. Burial will be in Cuba Cemetery, Gilbert.

Wanda M. Jones, 89 MER ROUGE — Wanda Marie Jones, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Memorial services will be held at a later date under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Bernice D. Mitchell, 86 WINNSBORO — Bernice D. Mitchell, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at St. John Baptist Church. Wake services are 6-7 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Gethsemane Memorial Gardens under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home.

William R. Morrow, 70 William R. Morrow of West Monroe, a salesman, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Sharon Ouchley, 61 EROS — Sharon Faye Ouchley died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Bobby E. Price, 74 RUSTON — Bobby E. Price, retired professor of civil engineering, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Raymond Randle, 58 BASTROP — Raymond Randle, a nurse's aide, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at New Morning Star Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery.

Annie Yancy, 100 NEW ORLEANS — Annie Yancy, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Beaudoin, Carrie D.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Solid Rock Worship Center, Monroe. Eggins, Sing Rokeita: 1 p.m. Saturday, Covenant Christian Worship Center. Fitzmorris, Joseph "J.P.": 10 a.m. Friday, Trinity United Methodist Church, Ruston. Franklin, Arthur Lee: 10 a.m. Saturday, Pentecostal Church, West Monroe. Joyner, Helen Vesta: 2 p.m. Thursday, St. Patrick's Episcopal Church, West Monroe. Long, Wilma: 2 p.m. Thursday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. McLaurin, Bertha Lee Hodge: 1 p.m. Thursday, Garden Valley Baptist Church, Columbia. Ocdise, Ruth Arlene: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Paul Baptist Church, Columbia. Orange, Sean Jamario: 9 a.m. Saturday, Richwood Memorial Gardens, Robinson, Donald Joe: 1 p.m. Saturday, Rendezvous (the old Honkey Tonk), 2003 Tower Drive, Monroe. Rutherford, William Ernest "Ernie": 11 a.m. Thursday, McClendon Baptist Church, West Monroe. Sandidge, Sibyl: 10 a.m. Saturday, Old Catahoula Cemetery, Enterprise.

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

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Lessie C. Arrant, 84 JONESBORO — Lessie Coleman Arrant, a bag machine tender, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Edmonds Funeral Home. Visitation is 9 a.m. Saturday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mount Olive West Cemetery, Quitman.

Carrie D. Beaudoin, 87 Carrie Deloris Beaudoin of Monroe, a seamstress, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Solid Rock Worship Center, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Elaine C. Boyd, 91 RUSTON — Elaine Colvin Boyd, a retired beauty operator, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Fellowship Cemetery, Dubach, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home.

Arbra Butler, 85 GRAMBLING — Arbra Butler, a retired Grambling State University police officer, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Fellowship Baptist Church, Simsboro. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Grambling Memorial Gardens.

Alice Campbell, 88 Alice Ann Campbell of Monroe died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at St. Paschal's Catholic Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, Choudrant, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

George Curry, 86 COLUMBIA — George Curry, a cashier, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Brownville Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Sunday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Tony Dawson, 46 Tony Dawson of Monroe, a laborer, died July 24. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Sinai Baptist Church, Alto. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

James Dixon, 70 TALLULAH — James Dixon died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.

Cynthia D. Franklin, 50 VIDALIA — Cynthia Diane Franklin died Thursday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memorial Cemetery, Natchez.

Eddie W. Harvey, 75 RUSTON — Eddie W. Harvey, a petroleum engineer, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at First Baptist Church. Visitation is noon Friday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery, Quitman, under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Frank Horne, 83 Frank Horne of West Monroe died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Major Lee Jones, 44 DALLAS — Major Lee Jones died July 26. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is 2-5 p.m. Friday at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Lone Star Cemetery, Lake Providence.

Curtis B. Keen, 80 BOSSIER CITY — Curtis B. Keen, an oilfield worker, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Old Bethel Cemetery, Clarks. Visitation is noon until 1:30 p.m. Sunday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Raymond Kuhn, 72 Raymond "R.T." Talmadge Kuhn of West Monroe, owner of RT's Seasonings, died Wednesday. Private family services were held under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Bobby E. Price, 74 RUSTON — Bobby E. Price, a retired professor of civil engineering, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Temple Baptist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday at the church. Burial will be in Pines Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Joyce Walker, 88 Joyce Walker of West Monroe, homemaker, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Friday at Hasley Cemetery, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Annie Yancy, 100 NEW ORLEANS — Annie Yancy, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Spring Hill Missionary Baptist Church, St. Joseph. Visitation is 10 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Cross Keys Cemetery, St. Joseph, under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Eggins, Sing Rokeita: 1 p.m. Saturday, Covenant Christian Worship Center. Fitzmorris, Joseph "J.P.": 10 a.m. Friday, Trinity United Methodist Church, Ruston. Guess, Judy A.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Magnolia Baptist Church, Newellton. Mitchell, Bernice D.: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. John Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Morrow, William R.: 10 a.m. Saturday, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Ocdise, Ruth Arlene: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Paul Baptist Church, Columbia. Orange, Sean Jamario: 9 a.m. Saturday, Richwood Memorial Gardens. Randle, Raymond: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Morning Star Baptist Church, Bastrop. Robinson, Donald Joe: 1 p.m. Saturday, Rendezvous (the old Honkey Tonk), 2003 Tower Drive, Monroe. Sandidge, Sibyl: 10 a.m. Saturday, Old Catahoula Cemetery, Enterprise.

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

Arthur Perry Jordan Funeral services for Mr. Arthur Perry Jordan, 87, of Downsville, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, August 5, 2012, at Aulds Chapel Downsville, LA. Pastor Michael Reynolds and Bro. Keith Roberts will be officiating. Interment will follow at Spillers Cemetery Downsville, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mr. Jordan was born October 2, 1924 in Downsville, LA and passed away August 2, 2012. Mr. Jordan loved his wife, family and his dog more than anything. He loved fishing, baseball and his Saints. He was preceded in death by his son, Bobby. Mr. Jordan is survived by his wife, Gertrude of 71 years; son, Raymond and wife Jeanette, daughter, Lillian Wilson, son, Eddie and wife Brenda, daughter, Lorraine McDaniel and son, Perry and wife Joy; 15 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be held Saturday, August 4, 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 August 4, 2012

Nancie Lorett Anderson Witherington Ormond Funeral services for Nancie Lorett Anderson Witherington Ormond, 75, of Sterlington, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, August 5, 2012, at Graceminster Presbyterian Church with Rev. Bruce Rux and Rev. Alan Womack officiating. Interment will follow at Beech Grove Methodist Church Cemetery in Union Parish near Spearsville, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Mrs. Ormond was born on April 10, 1937 in Camden, AR and passed away on August 3, 2012 in Sterlington, LA. She was retired from Jimmy Goad Builders in El Dorado, AR. She was a member of Graceminster Presbyterian Church where she was member of the choir and an Elder for the church. She was preceded in death by her late husbands, J. E. Witherington and Edgar Ormond and a son, Mark Steven Witherington. She is survived by her son, Russell Witherington and his wife, Dee Dee; grandson, Clint Witherington; sister, Windie Anderson Joiner; brothers, Sam Anderson and Martin Anderson; stepsons, Eddie Ormond and his wife, Donna Lynn, Tommy Ormond and wife, Evalyn, Jimmy Ormond and wife, Barbara; step-daughter, Donna Powell and husband, Jimmy; 10 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren and a number of nieces. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM, Saturday, August 4, 2012, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Pallbearers will be her grandsons. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 4, 2012

Kathryn Robinson Rash Kathryn Robinson Rash was born on November 15, 1919 and went to be with the Lord on Thursday, August 2, 2012. Services will be held at 10:00 AM on Monday, August 6, 2012 at First United Methodist Church of Bossier City. The family will receive visitors at Boone Funeral Home on Airline Drive in Bossier City on Sunday, August 5, 2012 from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM. She is preceded in death by her husband, Jack Rash, infant son, Jack Crawford Rash, grandson, Aaron Coy Pennywell, brothers Mac, Crawford and Royce Robinson, and sisters Mildred Mead and Marie Lawrence. Mrs. Rash is survived by her daughter, Kae Pennywell (Dennis), son Bob Rash (Emily), grandson Jack Pennywell, brother Cecil Robinson (Barbara), and many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Rash was very active in her church and community. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Helping Hands at First United Methodist Church of Bossier City or to Rev. Buster Page at the Glenview Garden Retirement Community. Boone Funeral Home Bossier City, LA Published in The News Star from August 4 to August 6, 2012

Journee Conway, infant Journee Canese Conway, the infant daughter of Courtney Canese Robinson and Darryl Keith Conway Jr., died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Carolyn Craft, 78 WATERPROOF — Carolyn Sue Craft, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Highland Park Cemetery, Sicily Island.

George Curry, 96 COLUMBIA — George Curry, a cashier, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Brownville Baptist Church. Visitation is 7:30 a.m. until the time of service at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Jessie Harrison, 93 HEBERT — Jessie Evelyn Harrison, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Woolen Lake Cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation will be at 9:45 a.m. at the cemetery before the service.

Danielle Parker, 19 MONTEREY — Danielle Nicole Parker, a student, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Sunday at New Era Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Saturday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Johnnie Stanton, 93 MINDEN — Johnnie Mae Stanton a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Apostolic Light House. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Monday at the church. Graveside services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Pineville, under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Arrant, Lessie Coleman: 10 a.m. Saturday, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Beaudoin, Carrie D.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Solid Rock Worship Center, Monroe. Boyd, Elaine Colvin: 2 p.m. Saturday, Fellowship Cemetery, Dubach. Butler, Arbra: 11 a.m. Saturday, Fellowship Baptist Church, Simsboro. Curry, George: 11 a.m. Monday, Brownville Baptist Church, Columbia. Dawson, Tony: 1 p.m. Saturday, Mount Sinai Baptist Church, Alto.Eggins, Sing Rokeita: 1 p.m. Saturday, Covenant Christian Worship Center. Franklin, Cynthia Diane: 3 p.m. Saturday, Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Guess, Judy A.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Magnolia Baptist Church, Newellton. Jones, Major Lee: 1 p.m. Saturday, Mount Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Keen, Curtis B.: 2 p.m. Sunday, Old Bethel Cemetery, Clarks. Mitchell, Bernice D.: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. John Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Morrow, William R.: 10 a.m. Saturday, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Ocdise, Ruth Arlene: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Paul Baptist Church, Columbia. Orange, Sean Jamario: 9 a.m. Saturday, Richwood Memorial Gardens. Price, Bobby E.: 10 a.m. Monday, Temple Baptist Church, Ruston. Randle, Raymond: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Morning Star Baptist Church, Bastrop. Robinson, Donald Joe: 1 p.m. Saturday, Rendezvous (the old Honkey Tonk), 2003 Tower Drive, Monroe. Sandidge, Sibyl: 10 a.m. Saturday, Old Catahoula Cemetery, Enterprise. Yancy, Annie: 11 a.m. Saturday, Spring Hill Missionary Baptist Church, Hwy. 568, St. Joseph.

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

Bennie Louis Phelps A memorial service for Bennie Louis Phelps will be held at 1:00 PM, Wednesday, August 8, 2012 at the Northeast Louisiana War Veteran's Home Chapel Hwy 165 North Monroe, LA. Dr. Dennis Phelps, nephew of Bennie will officiate, assisted by Rev. Don Holloway. A private burial ceremony will be held at Meridian Church Cemetery, Marion, LA. Bennie Louis Phelps, 86, of Monroe was born January 22, 1926 to L.L. "Buddy" Phelps and Ila Gladys Cobb Phelps, and passed away Monday July 16, 2012. Bennie graduated from Ouachita Parish High School and attended Northeast Jr. College. He served in the United States Air Force during World War II. He was later employed by Texaco Oil Company. Bennie was preceded in death by his daughter, Gloria Suzanne, two brothers, Vaughn L. Phelps and George L. Phelps and a sister, Sybil Joy Carpenter McDevitt. Bennie is survived by two sons, James Montgomery (Monty) Phelps and Barry Louis Phelps, three grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 5, 2012

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

Mr. Wayne Clark Funeral Services for Mr. Wayne Clark, 81, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday, August 7, 2012 at First Baptist Church Feazel Chapel, West Monroe with Rev. Mark Fenn officiating. Interment will be held in the Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Calhoun under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Mr. Clark was born on July 16, 1931 and passed away on August 4, 2012. He was a member of First Baptist Church of West Monroe where he served as a lifetime deacon. Mr. Clark was in the United States Air Force where he served as a pilot in the Korean War. He was an educator, coach, and principal serving numerous schools. Mr. Clark retired from Kiroli Elementary School where he served as principal for over 20 years. He enjoyed the outdoors hunting and fishing. Mr. Clark is survived by his sons, David Clark and wife Kim, and Dale Clark and wife Melanie; grandchildren, Megan Clark, Jonathan Teel, Jessica Roy, and Brianne Clark. Pallbearers will be Scott Grantham, Jimmy Aulds, Tim Sims, Rick Breen, Mike Breen, and Tommy Comeaux. Honorary Pallbearers will be Hoyt Lee and Sonny Barnett. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Monday, August 6, 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 August 6, 2012

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

Derek Brian Anderson Funeral services for Derek Brian Anderson will be held Wednesday, August 8, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at Rose-Neath Funeral Home Chapel in Minden. Officiating will be Dr. Richard May. Interment will follow at Gardens of Memory in Minden. The family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 7, 2012 at Rose-Neath Funeral Home. Derek was born July 12, 1982 in Magnolia, Arkansas and entered into rest August 4, 2012 in Minden. He was a mechanic at Mike's Outdoor and loved working on many different things. His father J. D. Anderson, grandparents Jerry and Betty Anderson and H.L. and Myra Anderson preceded him death. He is survived by his mother and stepfather; Donna and Michael Hudson of Chatham, brother; Jeremey Anderson of Minden, special aunt and uncle; Marilyn and Bobby Joe Lewis, special niece; Macy Anderson, and numerous aunts and uncles. Rose-Neath Funeral Home Minden, LA (318) 377-3412 Published in The News Star on August 7, 2012

Charles Marshall Cruse Funeral Services for Mr. Charles Marshall Cruse, 72, of Kelly, LA will be held 10:00 AM Wednesday, August 8, 2012 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Rev. Boyd Tannehill officiating. Interment will follow in Walnut Grove Cemetery. Mr. Cruse was born on March 19, 1940 and passed away August 5, 2012. He was a member of the Louisiana National Guard. He was preceded in death by his parents Quincy and Grace Cruse; and brother, James Cruse. Mr. Cruse is survived by his daughter, Theresa Steinbruck and husband Ron; granddaughter, Lenzi Phillips; step-daughter, Sheila Hutson; step-son, David Lenard; brothers, Ronald Cruse and wife Marilyn, and Buck Cruse; sister, Carolyn Miles; aunt, Wilma Cruse; and several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Brian Brooks, Ronnie Cruse, Seth Yates, Josh Chisholm, Mike Chisholm, Waylon McCormick, Corbin McCormick, and Dewayne Kelly. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Tuesday, August 7, 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 August 7, 2012

Erna L. Robbins Hair McCloy Funeral services for Erna L. Robbins Hair McCloy, 80, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, August 8, 2012 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Rev. Dustin White and Rev. Jeff Hoffman will be officiating. Interment will follow at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Erna was born February 8, 1932 in Pioneer, LA and passed away August 4, 2012. She loved her family very much. Mrs. McCloy was a retired healthcare private sitter by vocation. Erna was a member of Order of the Eastern Star, Dixie Chapter 179. She was preceded by her parents, George W. and Vadie Miller Robbins; sister, Linda F. Robbins; grandson, David K. Lee; great-grandson, Landon Wade; spouse, Cody W. (Gus) Hair, Jr.; spouse, Fred McCloy, Jr.; and step-granddaughter Stacie Hodge. She is survived by sons, Virgil W. Hair, and Wilfred McCloy; daughters, Pat Simpson and husband David, Lanette White and husband Ray, Cynthia Patino, Janice Lee and husband Johnnie; sisters, Bernice Sullivan, Dorothy Beasley, and Ann Foshee; brothers, Miller Robbins and wife Nell, and Joe Robbins and wife Melanie; stepdaughter, Elizabeth 'Betty' McCloy; sisters-in-law, Francis Hill and Hazel Hair; 18 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; one step-granddaughter; six step-great grandchildren; one step-great great grandchild and a host of nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held Tuesday, August 7, 2012, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Pallbearers will be grandsons and nephews. Her family extends thanks to Willow Ridge Nursing Center for the love and care shown to Mrs. McCloy. Donations to Alzhiemers Association are encouraged by the family. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 7, 2012

Daniel D.K. Ainsworth, 28 OAK GROVE — Daniel David Keith Ainsworth, a welder, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 2-10 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Redwing Cemetery, near Oak Grove.

Glenn A. Askin, 69 QUITMAN — Glenn A. Askin, self-employed, died Monday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Mount Olive East Cemetery, Bienville Parish. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Wednesday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Sara F. Bailey, 89 Sara Frances Bailey of Monroe, retired special education teacher, died Saturday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Riverview Cemetery, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Wayne Clark, 81 Wayne Clark of West Monroe died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at First Baptist Church, Feazel Chapel, West Monroe. Visitation is 10 a.m. Tuesday until service time. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Joshua T.D. Free, 30 WINNSBORO — Joshua Taylor Denton Free died Friday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Linda F. Green, 54 BASTROP — Linda Faye Green, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Lee L. Jones, 79 OAK GROVE — Lee Lois Jones, a farmer, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Forest Corner Cemetery, near Oak Grove.

Joyce C. Lindsey, 92 Joyce Crain Lindsey of West Monroe died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Annie Morgan, 63 NEWELLTON — Annie Morgan, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Gregory Pridgen, 48 BURLINGTON, Wis. — Gregory Pridgen, manager of operations support of CatalystRx, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens.

Ben R. Tullos, 60 WINNFIELD — Ben Russell Tullos, a small engine mechanic, died Saturday. Graveside services are 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Tyson Cemetery, Williana. Visitation is 8:30-10 a.m. Tuesday at Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield.

Charles Wright, 69 MERIDIAN, Miss. — Charles Wright died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Haven Chapel Church. Visitation is 7:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday at Berry and Gardner Funeral Home, Meridian. Burial will be in Hopewell Cemetery, Corey.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Holdiness, Alice Ann Hathaway: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Bethlehem Baptist Church, Mangham. McCloy, Erna Robbins Hair: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Reed, Frances: 11 a.m. Saturday, Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Richards, Maybelle: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Faith Baptist Church, Bastrop. Russell, Willie Mae: 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jerusalem Baptist Church, Calhoun. Salemi, Grace "Gracie": 10 a.m. Tuesday, St. Patrick Catholic Church, Lake Providence. Stanton, Johnnie Mae: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Apostolic Light House, Minden. Williams, Esnell Maxine: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Aulds Chapel Bible Church, Downsville.

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

Betty Gray Gilbert McIntosh Funeral service for Betty Gray Gilbert McIntosh age 98 of Farmerville, a retired nurse, will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday, August 9, 2012 at Salem Baptist Church in Farmerville. Officiating the service will be Rev. Willie Cotrell and Rev. Alex Nyegaard. Interment will follow at Liberty Hill Taylor Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville. Mrs. McIntosh was a lifelong member of Salem Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her parents: Alex and Betty Taylor; husbands: Melvin Gilbert and Guy McIntosh; sisters: Beatrice Cammack, Gertrude Hill, Evelyn Sawyer and Elaine Long; brothers: A.C. Taylor, James A. Taylor, Hiram Taylor, Donald Blaine Taylor; son-in-law: Melvin Silmon and great grandchild: Temeshia Russell. Mrs. McIntosh is survived by daughters; Peggy Russell Brown and husband Lee of Farmerville, and Syble Silmon also of Farmerville; grandchildren : Bobby R. Russell, Aubrey Mike Russell, Terri Lynn Russell Brown, Stacey Silmon and Angie Silmon Idom; 13 great grandchildren, 11 great great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Ceismond Nyegaard, Lee Royce Alford, George Allen Taylor, Don Nyegaard, Charles Nyegaard and Melton Gray Edward. Honorary pallbearers will be her grandsons, great grandsons and nephews. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Wednesday, August 8, 2012 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on August 8, 2012

Carolyn Morgan Holley Services for Mrs. Carolyn Morgan Holley, 88, of Heflin, will be held at 10:00 AM on Thursday, August 9, 2012 at the Rose-Neath Funeral Home Chapel in Minden, LA. with Rev. Carol Heard and Rev. Judy Bazer officiating. Interment will follow at the Brushwood Cemetery in Dubberly, LA. Mrs. Holley died peacefully on Aug. 4, 2012 in Ruston, LA. after a lengthy illness. She was born on October 26, 1923 in Shongaloo, LA and lived in Heflin for the past 66 years. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother as well as a caring friend to those who knew her. Mrs. Holley taught Home Economics and Science in the Webster Parish School system in Shongaloo, Heflin and Sibley for over 30 years touching many young people's lives. She served as sponsor of the FHA and 4-H Clubs and even had a short stint as the girl's basketball coach. She was a faithful member of the Heflin United Methodist Church serving there for over 58 years on numerous church committees and in United Methodist Women. Mrs. Holley was a long time member of the Heflin Homemakers Club and also served as Secretary of the Heflin Fire Department. Mrs. Carolyn enjoyed quilting with her friends and studying with her Monday Bible Study group. She also loved sports and especially enjoyed watching basketball games. Carolyn is preceded in death by her husband Doyle Holley, her parents Vance and Minnie Morgan, and a brother Thurman Morgan. She is survived by her two daughters, Ann Thigpen and husband Jack of Ruston, LA. and Carol Holley of Marlboro, MA; her grandchildren, Phillip Thigpen and wife Bonnie of West Monroe, LA and Lisa Lawton and husband Billy of Fishers, IN; her great grandchildren, Grace Lawton and Luke Lawton of Fishers, IN. , her brother-in-law, W.B. Holley of Heflin, LA.; her sisters-in-law, Ela Upshaw of Minden, LA., Eleanor Holley of Minden, LA. and Rita Holley of Dubberly, LA.; dear friend Laurie Lober of Marlboro, MA. and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Serving as pallbearers are Harold Holley, Jerry Holley, Joe Holley, Ricky Jones, Billy Lawton and Phillip Thigpen. Honorary Pallbearers are Ken Holley, Mike Hosler, Keith Morgan, Joe Lynn Robinson, and Justin Robinson. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM on Wednesday, August 8, 2012 at the Rose- Neath Funeral Home in Minden, LA. The family extends its deepest gratitude for the outstanding personal care given to her by Jessica Glossom, Dorothy Corbin, Effie Lofton, Joan Moore, and the CNA's, nurses and staff of Princeton Place. In lieu of flowers, the family request that memorials be made to Heflin United Methodist Church - P.O. Box 6 -Heflin, La. 71039, American Cancer Society , or the charity of their choice . Rose-Neath Funeral Home Minden, LA (318) 377-3412 Published in The News Star on August 8, 2012

Joyce Ester Crain Lindsey Funeral services for Mrs. Joyce Ester Crain Lindsey, 91, of Choudrant, are 10:00 AM on Thursday, August 9th, 2012, at the Pentecostals of the Twin Cities with Pastor Mark Foster, Rev. Fred Foster, and Rev. David Carlisle officiating. Interment follows in Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens of West Monroe. Born March 27th, 1921, in Sikes, LA, she passed away on Monday, August 6th, 2012, in West Monroe. A homemaker and loving mother and grandmother, she is survived by her daughter, Joy B. Lindsey Dickey; two sons, Bobby Lindsey and Glen Lindsey; 6 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends on Wednesday evening from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the Pentecostals of the Twin Cities. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 8, 2012

In Loving Memory of Bobby Ray Long 04/11/ 1943 - 08/08/2011 It's been a year ago today when the almighty God took you away. Now all I have is memories, with which I'll never part. God has you in His keeping, I have you in my heart. We love and miss you, your wife Maria, Chris and your pets Lucky and Diamond. Published in The News Star on August 8, 2012

Gregory C. Pridgen Funeral services for Greg Pridgen, 48, of Gurnee, IL will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, August 9, 2012 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Rev. Rick McFerrin and Rev. Larry Ferris will be officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Greg was a member of First Church of the Nazarene of West Monroe and served in the US Navy. He was an avid outdoorsman and hunter, a leader and trendsetter, well known for his love of rockabilly style and music. Greg was first and foremost a family man, devoted to his wife, children, parents and sister, and never let the miles separate their hearts. Greg is survived by his wife; Janet Marie Pridgen; children; Justice Noelle and Jake Everette Lee Pridgen; parents, Carson and Ashley Johnson Pridgen; sister, Gretchen Pridgen; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Jim and Judy Tansley; sister-in-law, Heidi Tansley; brother-in-law, John Tansley and wife Delma; niece, Katie Tansley; uncle, Noel Johnson and wife Tammy and their daughters, Haley Martin and Kacey Eppinette; special cousin and friend, Scott Johnson; numerous other cousins, aunts and uncles. Greg was preceded in death by his grandparents, Rev. and Mrs. Everette A. Johnson and Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Pridgen. Pallbearers will be Scott Johnson, John Tansley, Rev. William Burtt, Joey Hart, Al Newkirk, Bobby Tickner, Ken Walker, and Jack Windham. Honorary pallbearers will be Jim Tansley, Noel Johnson, David Johnson, Dr. Harold C. "Buck" Bounds, David Roark, Jerry Roark, Mike Roark and Robin Roark. Visitation will be held Wednesday 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 August 8, 2012

Heather Lynn Raley Heather Lynn Raley, age 41, of Monroe, LA., beloved mother, daughter, and sister went home to be with her Lord and Savior on August 6, 2012. Born April 10, 1971, Heather was baptized February 1, 1981, at First Baptist Church in Stamps, AR, and was currently a member of Immanuel Baptist Church of Warren, where she once taught the ladies' Sunday School class. Heather was the Coordinator of Administrative Operations of the University of Louisiana at Monroe, where she graduated with honors with a Master of Arts degree in History in 2010. She graduated with honors from University of Arkansas at Monticello in 2008, and was a 1989 honor graduate of Lamar Consolidated High School of Rosenberg, TX. Heather is survived by her son, Parker Graham Raley, of Monroe, LA; her parents, James and Sharon Raley, of Warren, AR; a brother, Ronnie Raley and wife Kristi; a sister, Wendy McCardle and husband Kevin; and a sister, Rebekah Russell and husband Jason, all of Richmond and Rosenberg, Texas. She is also survived by two aunts, Debbie Green of Hot Springs, Arkansas, and Jane Branch of McNeil, AR; and three uncles, C.E. Williams of Greenhill, AR; David Williams of Hot Springs, AR; and Johnny Williams of Warren, AR, as well as seven nieces and nephews and host of loving cousins. She was preceded in death by paternal grandparents, Charlie and Annie Raley of Stamps, AR, and maternal grandparents, Clyde and Otha Mae Williams of Warren, AR, two aunts, Jondalyn McDougald of Warren, AR, and Cleo Pierce of Poyen, AR, and one uncle, Leonard Raley of Bodcaw, AR. Memorial services will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday August 8, at Crossroads Baptist Church near Warren, AR. by Frazer's Funeral Home. Online guest register www.frazerfuneralhome.com Frazer's Funeral Home Warren, AR Published in The News Star on August 8, 2012

Charles M. Cruse, 72 KELLY — Charles Marshall Cruse died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Walnut Grove Cemetery, West Monroe.

Howard Dennis Jr., 79 Howard Dennis Jr. of Monroe, a laborer, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at Logtown Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Thursday at Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Velma E. Elwell, 87 Velma Edwards Elwell of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Other services are incomplete.

Hazel M. Foster, 90 Hazel Mae Foster of West Monroe died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Living Way Apostolic Church, West Monroe. Visitation is noon Wednesday until service time. Burial will be in Luna Methodist Church Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Dorothy T. Gipson 57 TALLULAH — Dorothy Thornton Gipson, a CNA, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.

Peggy J. Johnson, 77 CHATHAM — Peggy Jo Johnson died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Chatham Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in Chatham Cemetery under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Dorothy Jones, 69 BERNICE — Dorothy Jones, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Weldon Baptist Church, Bernice. Visitation is 9 a.m. Thursday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Vienna Cemetery, Vienna, under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Keldrick King Jr., 3 Keldrick King Jr. of Monroe, the son of Keldrick Sr. and Lanay King, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Lake Providence Senior High School Auditorium. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Gaither Memorial Cemetery.

Lanay Page King, 23 Lanay Page King of Monroe, a direct services worker, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Lake Providence Senior High School Auditorium. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Gaither Memorial Cemetery.

Brandy B. Nolan, 35 JONESVILLE — Brandy B. Nolan, a welder and carpenter, died Monday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Nolan Family Cemetery, Jonesville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Harold E. Pylate, 78 Harold E. Pylate of Monroe, a retired machinist, formerly of LaMarque, Texas, died Saturday. Memorial services are 4-6 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church, Mont Belvieu, Texas. Arrangements are under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Lola B. Roberson, 91 STERLINGTON — Lola B. Roberson died Wednesday. Services are noon Saturday at St. James Baptist Church, Sterlington. Visitation is 3-6 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Mark A. Robinson, 49 WINNSBORO — Mark Allen Robinson, a drilling superintendent, died June 14. Memorial services are 5:30 p.m. Thursday at First Baptist Church, Wisner. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Dorothy Stephens, 82 WISNER — Dorothy Stephens died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Ainsworth, Daniel David Keith: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Askin, Glenn A.: 10 a.m. Thursday, Mount Olive East Cemetery, Bienville Parish. Bailey, Sara Frances: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Riverview Cemetery, Monroe. Free, Joshua: 2 p.m. Saturday, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Jones, Lee Lois: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. McCloy, Erna Robbins Hair: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Pridgen, Gregory: 10 a.m. Thursday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Reed, Frances: 11 a.m. Saturday, Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Russell, Willie Mae: 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jerusalem Baptist Church, Calhoun. Wright, Charles: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Haven Chapel Church

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

Paul Hughes Barker Paul Hughes Barker, 60, of Winnie, Texas, died on Tuesday, August 7, 2012. He was born October 11, 1951, in Monroe, Louisiana, to Eunice Norton and Albert Barker. Paul worked as a petroleum land consultant since 1977, and was one of the best. He was an avid hunter and fisherman all his life, until the last several years, when he enjoyed observing the wildlife instead. He is survived by his wife, Cathy Vratis Barker of Winnie; son, Paul H. "Biggie" Barker, Jr. of Cypress, Texas; daughters, Samantha Barker of Denver, Colorado and Julie Barker of Austin, Texas ; brothers, David Barker and his wife, Margaret of Monroe, Louisiana; and Jon Barker and his wife, Claudine, of Ruston, Louisiana; "grand dogs", Brutus and Riley and a host of relatives and dear friends. A graveside service for Mr. Barker will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 10, 2012, at Fairview Cemetery, Fairview Cemetery Road, Winnie, under the direction of Broussard's, 134 West Buccaneer Drive, Winnie, Texas. The family would like to thank the staff of Odyssey Hospice for their loving care they gave Paul. Complete and updated information may be found at www.broussards1889.com Broussard Mortuary, Inc. Winnie, TX Published in The News Star on August 9, 2012

Betty Jeanette Burton Betty Jeanette Burton, age 82, of West Monroe, LA, formerly of Crossett, AR passed away Tuesday, August 7, 2012 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe, LA. She was born on September 1, 1929 to her parents, James and Grace Barnett Walser. Mrs. Burton was a member of the First Baptist Church of West Monroe and a member of the AGAPE Sunday School Class. She had been an excellent secretary for various businesses through the years. Betty enjoyed laughing and visiting with her friends and in her earlier years, loved to dance. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, James Walser, Jr.; two nephews; her first husband, Arnie Golden and her second husband, Reginald "Red" Burton. Survivors include a step-son, Dennis Burton (Becky) of Fort Smith, AR; a step-daughter, Denise Little (Rusty) of Crossett, AR; two step grandchildren, Jason Burton of Conway, AR and Colin Burton of Ft. Smith, AR; two step great grandchildren; an uncle, Red Walser (Juanita) of Crossett, AR; a sister-in-law, Marion Walser of Augusta, GA; a brother-in-law, Gene Golden of Marietta, GA; a host of loving cousins and friends and a very special friend, Rob Roberson. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 9, 2012 at Jones Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Woods Watson officiating. Interment will follow at Unity Cemetery under the direction of Jones Funeral Home of Crossett, AR. (www.jonesservice.com) Visitation will be one hour prior to funeral service, Thursday 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Gideons International, P. O. Box 83, Crossett, AR 71635 or your favorite charity . Jones Funeral Home Crossett, AR Published in The News Star on August 9, 2012

Velma Edwards Elwell Funeral Services for Velma Edwards Elwell, 87, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, August 10, 2012 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Frank Coens and Rev. Marcelle Ronquille officiating. Interment will follow in the St. Paschal Catholic Church Cemetery in West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Elwell was born on February 16, 1925 in Plaquemines Parish, LA and died on August 6, 2012 in Arcadia, LA. She loved dancing and is preceded in death by her parents, Edwin and Eladia Bourgeois; husband, Jessie Harrell Edwards; brother, Nayton Bourgeois and her sister, Eunice Hunsinger. Survivors include her son, Eddie H. Edwards and wife, Gale; grandchildren, Jamie Edwards and wife, Carla, and Jennifer Edwards; great grandchildren, Kennedy, Reagen, Gavyn and Garrett Edwards, Evan and Rebecca Lamartiniere; sisters, Doris Copeland and Ethel Hatten; along with numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Jamie Edwards, Kennedy Edwards, Steve Hatten, Don Hatten, and Joe Hatten. Honorary Pallbearers will be James Beaver, Joey Cowan, Terry Bourgeois and Jody Bourgeois. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Thursday, August 9, 2012 at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 9, 2012

Evelyn Lucille Latham Lolley Evelyn Lucille "Dooley" Latham Lolley was born October 11, 1928, and passed away August 6, 2012 in New Orleans at the home of her daughter Martha Elizabeth Lolley Knight, with Martha and her other daughter, Marcia Renee Lolley, by her bedside. She was a resident of Monroe, Louisiana since she was a teenager. She lived in New Orleans these last three years with her daughter. She is survived by her two daughters, Martha Elizabeth Lolley Knight and Marcia Renee Lolley, both of New Orleans, Louisiana, granddaughter Heather Knight of New Orleans, Louisiana, grandson Jon Fouche Lolley and his four children, Sage, Eden, Latham and Daniel of Huntsville, Alabama, grandson Justin Benjamin Lolley and his three children, Benjamin, Lilith and Noah , and grandson Anthony Miletello ( Hannah Jackson) and their expected son Samuel Jackson, all from the Monroe area. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews and first cousins. She was predeceased by her husband, John O. Lolley, parents, Mr. William F. Latham, Jr. and wife, Bernice, one sister, Jessica Latham Lawn and her husband George, and brothers William F. Latham, III and his wife Fleta, and Robert Blakemore Latham and his wife Marty. She donated her body to the LSU Medical School in Shreveport, Louisiana. Memorial services will be held in New Orleans and Monroe at later dates. She was retired from Southern Styles Antiques Gifts and Salon in Antique Alley, West Monroe, Louisiana. Her passion was to help shelter stray dogs and cats. She was a long time member of the River Cities Humane Society for Cats. Memorials may be made to the River Cities Humane Society for Cats, 5302 DeSiard Street, Monroe, Louisiana, 71290. Published in The News Star on August 9, 2012

Laverna Mock Services for Mrs. Laverna Mock, 91 of Winnsboro, LA will be at 2:00 p.m. Friday August 10, 2012 in the Chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro with Rev. Marion Collier officiating. Interment will follow in Providence Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Mrs. Mock was born in Crowville, LA on January 11, 1921 and passed away on August 8, 2012. She was a retired postal clerk. Survivors include: 2 sons, Ronald Mock and wife Jerry of Bossier City, LA and James David Mock and wife Judy of Winnsboro, LA; daughter, Linda Dianne Bryan and husband Michael of Gray, LA; 8 Grandchildren and 15 Great Grandchildren; sister, Annie Dollar of West Monroe, LA; sister-in-law, Francis Barron of Ferriday, LA.; close special niece, Mary Alice Hedrick; close special nephew, Harry Mock, Jr.; several other special nieces and nephews; special friend, Lynn Dozier; many special cousins. Visitation will be from 1:00 p.m. till time of service on Friday August 10th at Mulhearn Funeral Home in Winnsboro. Online condolences may be made at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Published in The News Star on August 9, 2012

Gayle Mulkey Funeral services for Gayle Mulkey, 66, of Monroe, LA will be at 1:00 PM, Friday, August 10, 2012 at Rowland Road Baptist Church, Monroe, LA with Rev. Norman Bryant officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Mrs. Mulkey was born on April, 10, 1946 in Houston, TX and passed away on August 7, 2012 in Monroe, LA. She was a retired housekeeper in retail service and was a member of Rowland Road Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents; and her husband, Huey Mulkey in 2000. She is survived by her daughter, Delayna Easterling and husband, Bruce; son, Huey Kelvin Mulkey and wife, Lisa; and grandchildren, Brandon, T. J., Kenny and Kelsie. The family will serve as pallbearers. Visitation will be from 11:00 AM until the time of service at 1:00 PM, Friday, August 10, 2012 at Rowland Road Baptist Church. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 9, 2012

Opal Self Funeral service for Opal Self 75 of West Monroe will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, August 10, 2012 at McClendon Baptist Church. Dr. Kevin Stewart, Rev. Rick Crandall and Rev. James Gardner will be officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Self was born May 24, 1937 in Tallulah, LA and passed away August 7, 2012 in West Monroe. Mrs. Self was a faithful member of McClendon Baptist Church where she cooked the Wednesday night meals and was the Sunday School teacher for the one year old class for many years. She was retired from O.P.S.B. as a cafeteria manager at West Monroe High School. Mrs. Self was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend. One of Mrs. Self's greatest joys was cooking Sunday meals for years for all of her family. Mrs. Self is preceded in death by her parents; John and Avis Scott; sisters, Marion Hillman, Rose Moore; brother; Michael Scott and a son-in-law, Mark Young. Mrs. Self is survived by her husband, Pete Self; 4 children; Clyde Self and wife Cindy, Sherry Stokes and husband Buddy, John Self and wife Liz, and Rita Young; brothers; John Scott Jr. and wife Stella, William Scott and wife Judy, George Scott and wife Amy; sisters; Alma Rollins, Anne Morgan and Helen Breedlove; 10 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Jared Self, Jacob Self, Bradley Young, Justin Lawrence, Doug Self and Bernard Powell. Visitation will be held Thursday, August 9, 2012 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at McClendon Baptist Church. Special thanks to McClendon Baptist Church family for their support and prayers during Mrs. Self's illness and to Jessica Sharp and Dr. Weinberger. All donations may be made to McClendon Baptist Church Children's Building Fund. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 9, 2012

Michael D. Banks, 50 WINNSBORO — Michael D. Banks, a farmer, died Aug. 1. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at River of Life, Winnsboro. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in New Hope Cemetery, Liddieville.

Marcus L. Bradshaw, 32 Marcus LaGrant Bradshaw of Monroe, an automotive technician, died Friday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Hopewell Baptist Church, Dubach. Visitation is 3-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Edward L. Brooks, 52 NEWELLTON — Edward L. Brooks, a farmer, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Stonewall Baptist Church, Newellton. Burial will be in Moss Grove Cemetery under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Newellton.

Henry O. Clay, 70 WISNER — Henry Odell Clay, a handyman, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Wisner. Wake services are 6-7 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Holly Grove Cemetery, Wisner.

Journee R. Conway, infant Journee Robinson Conway, the infant daughter of Courtney Canese Robinson and Darryl Keith Conway Jr., died July 31. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Friday at Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood, under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Dorothy Donnell, 91 WINNSBORO — Dorothy Donnell, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home.

Kenneth Dumas, 50 EL DORADO, Ark. — Kenneth Dumas died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Bailey Funeral Home, El Dorado, Ark.

George G. Dunn, 81 George G. "Pete" Dunn of Monroe, a retired operator with Riverwood International Plant No. 70, died July 10. Memorial services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. Saturday until service time. Burial will be in Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens, West Monroe.

Aaron Glass, 92 Aaron Glass of West Monroe, a fork lift operator, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church, Luna. Visitation is 2-7 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Linda Faye Green, 54 BASTROP — Linda Faye Green, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at West End Church of God in Christ. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Red Hill Cemetery, Bastrop.

David R. Hackney, 41 RUSTON — David R. Hackney died July 26. Services were Friday at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, Ruston. Burial was in Grambling Memorial Gardens under the direction of Paradise Funeral Home, Arcadia.

John V. Harris Sr., 91 ST. JOSEPH — John Vernon Harris Sr., a G&E Mariners employee, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Monday at St. Mary Baptist Church, Jonesville. Burial will be in Greater St. Mary Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Joyce C. Lindsey, 92 Joyce Crain Lindsey of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Pentecostals of The Twin Cities. Burial will be in Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Betty G. McIntosh, 98 FARMERVILLE — Betty Gray Gilbert McIntosh, a retired nurse, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Salem Baptist Church, Farmerville. Burial will be in Liberty Hill Taylor Cemetery under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Annie Morgan, 63 NEWELLTON — Annie Morgan, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mount Olive Baptist Church, Newellton. Burial will be in Cannon Cemetery, Newellton, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Walley E. Oliver, 82 MOBILE, Ala. — Walley Eugene Oliver, retired from International Paper Company, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Elvin Perritt, 83 EROS — Elvin Perritt died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Community of Christ, Eros. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe and 10 a.m. Friday at the church until service time. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Willie B. Rivers, 62 Willie Bert Rivers of Monroe died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Clifford E. Smith, 81 LILLIE — Clifford Everett Smith, a retired stocker for Safeway, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Bethel Baptist Church, Lillie. Visitation is one hour prior to service at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Dorothy Stephens, 82 WISNER — Dorothy Stephens died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church, Wisner. Visitation is noon until 2 p.m. at the church. Burial will be in South Central Cemetery, Wisner, under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Robert F. Thompson, 86 DELHI — Robert Fulller Thompson, retired from Sun Oil Company of Delhi, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Askin, Glenn A.: 10 a.m. Thursday, Mount Olive East Cemetery, Bienville Parish. Dennis Jr., Howard: 1 p.m. Friday, Logtown Baptist Church, Monroe. Free, Joshua: 2 p.m. Saturday, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Johnson, Peggy Jo: 10 a.m. Thursday, Chatham Baptist Church. Jones, Dorothy: 10 a.m. Thursday, Weldon Baptist Church, Bernice. King Jr., Keldrick: 1 p.m. Saturday, Lake Providence Senior High School Auditorium. King, Lanay Page: 1 p.m. Saturday, Lake Providence Senior High School Auditorium. Nolan, Brandy B.: 11 a.m. Thursday, Nolan Family Cemetery, Jonesville. Pridgen, Gregory: 10 a.m. Thursday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Pylate, Harold E.: 4-6 p.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church, Mont Belvieu, Texas. Reed, Frances: 11 a.m. Saturday, Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Roberson, Lola B.: noon Saturday, St. James Baptist Church, Sterlington. Robinson, Mark Allen: 5:30 p.m. Thursday, First Baptist Church, Wisner.

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

George G. "Pete" Dunn Memorial Services for George G. "Pete" Dunn, 81, of Monroe, LA will be held Saturday, August 11, 2012 at 11:00 AM in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Mr. Harold Allbritton officiating. Interment will be held at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Mr. Dunn was born on August 14, 1930 in Olla, LA and passed away on July 10, 2012 in Monroe, LA. He was a retired lead operator from Riverwood Plant 70.George served in the Air Force in Japan during the Korean War. He was an avid hunter and fisherman, and loved watching ULM baseball games. George was a member of the American Legion Post 13 and a member of Bethany Baptist Church in Hebert, LA. He is preceded in death by his parents, Marwood and Willie Ruth Dunn; and brother, Grover Dunn. George is survived by his daughters, Lori D. Marshall and husband Lt. Colonel Jim Marshall of Edinboro, PA, Andrea Lowery of West Monroe, LA, and Lydia Dunn of Swartz, LA; 2 grandchildren, Tyler Marshall of Denton, TX, and Kelsey Jones of West Monroe, LA; brother, Delma D. Dunn of Prairie Grove, AR; and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM until service time Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. The family would like to thank the staff at the NELA War Veterans Home for the care of Mr. Dunn and special friend, Tommie Tyler for her love and support over the past 2 years. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 10, 2012

Meredith McEachern Garrett Funeral services for Mrs. Meredith McEachern Garrett, age 85, will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, August 11, 2012, in the Haynesville United Methodist Church, Haynesville, LA, with Pastor Chuck Christensen officiating. Interment will follow in Old Town Cemetery, Haynesville, LA under the direction of Bailey Funeral Home, Haynesville, LA. Visitation will be held Friday, August 10, 2012 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at the funeral home. Mrs. Garrett was born on November 2, 1926 to James Carl and Vivian Sims McEachern in Haynesville, LA and passed away on Tuesday, August 7, 2012. She was a homemaker, member of the Haynesville United Methodist Church where she was a primary Sunday School teacher and Bible School teacher for over 25 years, a member of the UMW Organization and choir. She loved to play Bridge and support the Golden Tornado Quarterback Club. Her greatest love was taking care of her family. She adored her family and they loved her just as much. She was a Christian role model for all who knew her. She is survived by three sons, Richie Garrett and wife Susan of Monroe, LA, Mark Garrett and wife Patty of Shreveport, LA, Tommy Garrett and wife Kelley of Haynesville, LA; granchildren, Tracie Ates and husband Bryan of Pace, FL, Jennifer Horrell and husband Danny of O'Fallen, MO, Katie French and husband Bryce of New Orleans, LA, Summer Bennett and husband J.J. of McKinney, TX, Christopher Garrett and wife Tyhler of Charlotte, NC, Sydney Garrett and Patrick Garrett both of Haynesville, LA; great-grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Addison, Amanda, Morgan, Ashton; sister, Carlynn Paulovich of Haynesville, LA; brother-in-laws, Harold Garrett of Baton Rouge, LA, and Charles Garrett and wife Nora of Haynesville, LA. Mrs. Garrett was preceded in death by her parents; husband, John Sidney Garrett and sister, Dorothy Hoopes. Memorials may be made to Haynesville United Methodist Church, P. O. Box 505, Haynesville, LA 71038. Sign our online guest book at www.baileyfuneralhome.net Bailey Funeral Home Haynesville, LA 318-624-0366 Published in The News Star on August 10, 2012

Carl Travis "Red" Rawls Funeral services for Carl Travis "Red" Rawls, age 84, of Epps, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, August 11, 2012 at Plum Grove Apostolic Church, Pioneer, LA with Rev. Tommy Terry, Rev. Raymond Gill, and Rev. Melvin Reagan officiating. Burial will follow in the Rawls Family Cemetery, Epps, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. Red was born February 16, 1928 and passed away Wednesday, August 8, 2012. Mr. Rawls was a member of the Plum Grove Apostolic Church. He was a Navy veteran and 20 year member of the West Carroll School Board. Survivors include his wife of 63 years, Ruth Rawls of Epps, LA; children, Travis Rawls and wife, Linda of Epps, LA, Shirley Farrar and husband, Randy of Fredonia, KS, Mitchell Rawls and wife, Brenda of Pioneer, LA, and Linda Blaylock and husband, Everett of Epps, LA; grandchildren, Tonya Reagan, Andrea Morris, Brian Rawls, Amanda Woodring, Natasha Willett, Cherie Starbuck, Shane Cobb, Katrina Thornton, Stacie Rawls, Justin Rawls, Carl Blaylock, Tina Morris, Michelle Adcox, and Casey Blaylock; 35-great grandchildren and 1-great-great granddaughter. Pallbearers will be his grandsons. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM Friday, August 10, 2012 at Plum Grove Apostolic Church in Pioneer, LA. To leave condolences for the family go to brownholleyfuneralhomes.com Brown Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on August 10, 2012

Robert Fuller Thompson Funeral services for Mr. Robert Fuller Thompson, 86, of Delhi will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, August 11, 2012 at the First Baptist Church in Delhi with Rev. Mickey Bounds officiating. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Friday at Cox Funeral Home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe. Mr. Thompson died Wednesday, August 8th at his residence in Delhi. He was a veteran of World War II, retired from Sun Oil Company after 37 years of service and was a longtime member of the First Baptist Church in Delhi. His hobbies were always fishing, gardening and taking care of his beloved dogs. He is preceded in death by his parents, Wiley B. Thompson and Laura Fuller Thompson; his wife Ruby Christine Thompson and a sister Leola Thompson. He is survived by two children, Sandra Interiano and husband Miguel of Delhi and Bob Thompson and wife Debbie of Sulphur, LA; a sister Willie Lois Crockett and husband Charles of Monroe; four grandchildren Jennifer Thompson Molitor and husband Allen, Laura Shaw Flowers and husband Chance, Robert Jared Thompson and Lane Ivy Shaw and four great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Allen Molitor, Raymond Stroud, Mike Martin, Todd Morris, Tim Morris and Kevin Tucker. Honorary Pallbearers will be Lester Harrell and Bud LaPrarie. To leave a message of condolence to the family please visit our web site at www.coxfuneral.com Cox Funeral Home Delhi, LA Published in The News Star on August 10, 2012

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

Charles "Bo" Bailey Funeral services for Charles "Bo" Bailey, age 72, of Ruston, LA will be held at 3:00 PM Sunday, August 12, 2012 at Brown-Holley Chapel, Rayville, LA with Rev. Dwight Boozer officiating. Burial will follow in Bethel Cemetery, Holly Ridge, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. Bo was born on September 8, 1939 and passed away on Thursday, August 9, 2012. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bluford and Rosie Bailey; brothers, Bill Bailey and Claude Bailey. Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Jean Caston Bailey of Ruston; daughters, Pam Marsala of Ruston, Tammy Kennedy and husband, Scott of Bossier City; granddaughter, Amber Middleton and husband, Jered of Calhoun; great-grandchildren, Ethan and Laila; sisters, Nita Williams and husband, Jr. of Jena, LA; Jeannie Oeffner and husband, John of Katy, TX; sisters-in-law, Mildred Dooley and husband, Donald of Duncanville, TX, Joann Curry and husband, Dutch of Haughton, LA; numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Joe Marsala, Randy Curry, Mack Bailey, Johnny Bailey, Leland Black, Bernie Kennedy. Visitation will be from 2:00 PM until 3:00 PM Sunday, August 12, 2012 at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. To leave condolences for the family go to brownholleyfuneralhomes.com Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on August 11, 2012

Stephen Ray "Steve" Isaac Funeral services for Stephen Ray "Steve" Isaac, age 55, of Farmerville, LA., will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, August 11, 2012 at the Chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home. Officiating the service will be Jamie Orten and James Norwood. Interment will follow in Conway Cemetery under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville, LA. Steve was a man of many talents. He was the founder of Steve Isaac and Son Construction. Steve was a dirt man that could move any mound of dirt and make it a work of art. His son, Stephen, will continue his legacy. Steve loved his children and grandchildren who lovingly called him Paw-Paw. Preceded in death by his father, Charlie Isaac and his sister Theresa Ebarb Methvin. Steve is survived by his wife of 35 years, Kathy C. Isaac and two children: April Fuller and husband Chris; Stephen Isaac and Ashley all of Farmerville. grandchildren; Baylee and Alden Auger; Kiersten and Kenzlie Isaac. He is also survived by his mother, Yvette Gambrell of Spearsville, siblings: Charles Isaac and wife Joyce of Farmerville, William Isaac and wife Tina of Pioneer, Roy Isaac of Marion, Charlene Waller and husband Dennis of Pioneer and Dianne Saxon of West Monroe, mother and father in-law, Dewitt and Billie Crow of Farmerville, brothers-in-law, Roger Crow and wife Jan of Nashville and John Crow and wife Lisa of Farmerville and a host of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Benoit Holloway Jr., Roy Ebarb Jr., Kerry Hill, James Norwood, Bennie Archie, and Butch Sensley. Honorary Pallbearers will be Desmond Traylor, Mark Moon, Von Bearden and Ronnie Haynes. Visitation will be held Saturday, from noon till time of service at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on August 11, 2012

Robert Joseph "Bob" Lee Funeral services for Robert Joseph "Bob" Lee, 82, of Columbia, will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, August 12, 2012 at Columbia Heights Baptist Church with Bro. Bruce McGee and Bro. Warren Maxwell officiating. Interment will follow at Columbia Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Riser Funeral Home in Columbia. Bob was born September 9, 1929 to Hilton and Elizabeth Lee in Monroe and he passed from this life on August 9, 2012 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe. He retired as President and CEO of Caldwell Bank in Columbia. He was a charter member and Deacon of Columbia Heights Baptist Church where he taught Sunday School for many years. He loved to hunt and he loved his squirrel dogs. He was preceded in death by his daughter: Pam Lee; his parents; brother: John H. Lee; three sisters: Marteal Lewellyan, Clara Lale, and Mable Manly; nephew: Ezzie Lewellyan; great-nephew: Greg Lewellyan. He is survived by his wife of 58 years: Janice Lee; brother: H.L. Lee; sister: Voncille Marrs; a host of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Glen Lee, Todd Long, Toby Long, Tim Long, Steve Sims, and Leon Scott. Honorary Pallbearers will be Judge Ronnie Lewellyan, Dan Manly, and the Board of Directors of Caldwell Bank. Memorials may be made to the Columbia Heights Baptist Church building fund, P.O. Box 1627 Cloumbia, La 71418 or to Columbia Hill Cemetery P.O. Box 1301 Columbia, LA 71418. Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Published in The News Star on August 11, 2012

Jane Wayman Schlatter In Memory of Jane Wayman Schlatter… Memorial Services for Jane Wayman Schlatter will be held at 10:30 AM, Monday August 13th, at Saint Thomas Episcopal Church in Monroe with visitation and reception with the family immediately following the service. The Rev. Dawnell Stodghill will be officiating the service and offering communion with Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Monroe providing the arrangements. Jane Mary Wayman was born on August 1, 1936 in Youngstown, Ohio. She is the Daughter of Theodore and Sarah Wayman. She passed away suddenly but peacefully at home on August 8th, 2012. Jane received her Bachelors in Journalism from Bowling Green University where she was also active in her sorority Alpha Xi Delta. Soon after graduation she moved to Toledo, Ohio where she worked in public relations for the Lucas County Toledo Port Authority. It was there where Jane Mary Wayman and David Schlatter met and fell in love. Jane and David married June 4, 1960 and moved on to New York City where both their daughters Sarah and Anne were born. Jane, David and their daughters enjoyed their early life living in places such as Buenos Aires, Argentina and Mexico City, Mexico. Jane was an avid Girl Scout growing up and used her childhood experience to organize Girl Scout troops in New York City and Mexico City. In 1981 Jane and David moved to Monroe where they firmly planted their roots. Jane began her second career working for utilization review and later in case management at Glenwood Medical Center. At the age of 53 Jane completed her second degree in medical records. At 64, when Jane retired, she had the opportunity spend more time doing the things she loved such as traveling with David to places like New Zealand, Greece, Switzerland, Italy, Portugal and United Kingdom. Jane loved sewing and began teaching herself to quilt. She eventually personalized quilts for each of her grandchildren. Her other passions included gourmet cooking, reading mystery novels, gardening and flower arranging and she was also a member of the Bayou Desiard Garden Club. Jane was a member of Saint Thomas Episcopal Church in Monroe where she often created floral arrangements for Sunday services. Those who knew Jane say she was a cherished friend because of her endearing empathy and a selfless devotion. Likewise, Jane often remarked how thankful she was for wonderful family and friends. Jane is survived by her husband David Schlatter, sister Linda Helminiak, brother Ted Wayman, daughters Sarah Undiemi and Anne Schlatter-Gaede, and grandchildren Alexander Smith, David K. Smith, Andrew Smith and Moira Keating Gaede. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to Sent to Saint Thomas Episcopal Church, 3706 Bon Aire Drive, Monroe, Louisiana 71203 or Habitat for Humanity of Ouachita (hfho.org), PO Box 2182, Monroe, Louisiana, 71207. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star from August 11 to August 12, 2012

Patricia Chapman, 57 WINNSBORO — Patricia Chapman, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Gill First National Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Coax Cemetery.

Alvin Cupit, 75 Alvin "Bud" Cupit of West Monroe, a retired truck driver, died Thursday. No service will be held. Arrangements are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Luellen Ferguson, 69 Luellen Ferguson of West Monroe, a retired counselor, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

William Hanewinckel, 76 William A. "Bill" Hanewinckel of Monroe died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Edith T. Harrell, 91 Edith T. Harrell of West Monroe, a retired personnel director, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens, West Monroe.

Sallie B. Mayfield, 92 RUSTON — Sallie Brooks Mayfield, a retired educator, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mount Harmony Baptist Church. Burial will be in Pleasant Grove Cemetery under the direction of King's Funeral Home.

Reggie Price, 59 LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Reggie Dale Price, formerly of West Monroe, died Friday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Mary E. Stilwell, 67 TALLULAH — Mary E. Stilwell, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.

Annie B. Tanner, 88 RUSTON — Annie Bell Tanner, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10:30 a.m. Saturday at New Hope Baptist Church. Burial will be in Grambling Memorial Gardens, Grambling, under the direction of King's Funeral Home.

Floyd Temple Sr., 81 URANIA — Floyd "Bay" Temple Sr., a laborer in the forestry industry, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Olla Pentecostal Church, Olla. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Saturday at the church. Burial will be in Urania Cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Harold Ward, 91 CROWVILLE — Harold Ward, a farmer, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Crowville First Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Saturday at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Crowville Masonic Cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Banks, Michael D.: 2 p.m. Saturday, River of Life, Winnsboro. Bradshaw, Marcus LaGrant: 1 p.m. Saturday, Hopewell Baptist Church, Dubach. Brooks, Edward L.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Stonewall Baptist Church, Newellton. Clay, Henry Odell: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Wisner. Dixon, James: 1 p.m. Saturday, Mount Mariah Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Donnell, Dorothy: 10 a.m. Saturday, Gill First National Funeral Home. Dunn, George G. "Pete": 11 a.m. Saturday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Free, Joshua: 2 p.m. Saturday, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Gipson, Dorothy T.: noon Saturday, First Kingdom Missionary Baptist Church, Tallulah. Glass, Aaron: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Luna. Green, Linda Faye: 1 p.m. Saturday, West End Church of God in Christ, Bastrop. Harrell, Edith T.: 2 p.m. Saturday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Harris Sr., John Vernon: 1 p.m. Monday, St. Mary Baptist Church, Jonesville. King Jr., Keldrick: 1 p.m. Saturday, Lake Providence Senior High School Auditorium. King, Lanay Page: 1 p.m. Saturday, Lake Providence Senior High School Auditorium. McIntyre, Patsy Anne: 10 a.m. Saturday, Cox Funeral Home. Morgan, Annie: 2 p.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Newellton. Nolan, Dianne: 10 a.m. Saturday, Culbertson Baptist Church, Farmerville. Oliver, Walley E.: 10 a.m. Saturday, Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel, Monroe. Parker, Andy: 2 p.m. Saturday, Wayside Pentecostal Church. Pylate, Harold E.: 4-6 p.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church, Mont Belvieu, Tex. Reed, Frances: 11 a.m. Saturday, Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Roberson, Lola B.: noon Saturday, St. James Baptist Church, Sterlington. Schlatter, Jane: 10:30 a.m. Monday, St. Thomas Episcopal Church. Stephens, Dorothy: 2 p.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church, Wisner. Thompson, Robert Fuller: 2 p.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church, Delhi.

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

William Elvin "Billy" Brashear Jonesboro, LA, Funeral Services for William Elvin "Billy" Brashear, 86, of Shreveport, formerly of Jonesboro, will be held at 10 A.M. Monday, August 13, 2012 in the Edmonds Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Peyton Bass officiating. Interment will follow in the Jonesboro Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2-4 P.M. Sunday at Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro. Mr. Brashear was born November 5, 1925 and passed from this life on August 10, 2012. Billy graduated from Jonesboro Hodge High School in 1942 then entered the U.S. Navy, serving aboard the U.S.S. Deuel as a corpsman, where he served in the battles of Iwo Jima (where he witnessed the raising of both flags) and Okinawa, and also witnessed the signing of the Japanese surrender onboard the U.S.S. Missouri. Billy stayed active with the U.S.S. Deuel Association and most recently was honored to be chosen to represent the five services and lay a wreath on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery in Washington D.C.. He worked in the accounting department for Continental Can Corp. and Stone Container for 40 years until his retirement. He was preceded in death by his parents: Tom and Maggie Brashear; sister: Dula Mae Roby; and two brothers: Burl Brashear Sr. and James Brashear. Billy is survived by his wife, Mable Shively Brashear of Shreveport, LA; two daughters; Karel Renae Brummett and husband Don of Shreveport, LA, and Barbara Louise Townsend and husband Harry of Shreveport, LA; four grandchildren, Robin and Karen Brummett and Leslie and Chance Townsend, and a host of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Matt Shively, Burl Brashear Jr., Don Brummett, Chance Townsend, Harry Townsend, Hope Meeks, Mike Brown, and Todd Peevy. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the National WWII Museum in New Orleans or the Wounded Warrior Project. You may send condolences or view our website at www.edmondsfuneralhome.com. Published in The News Star on August 12, 2012

Samuel Galloway Funeral services for Mr. Samuel Galloway, age 80, of Farmerville, LA, will be held at 2:00 PM, Monday, August 13, 2012, at Conway Baptist Church in Farmerville, LA. Officiating the service will be Rev. Tony Componellie. Interment will follow in Conway Cemetery under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville, LA. Mr. Galloway was born on August 1, 1932 in Bastrop, LA., and passed away on August 10, 2012 in Farmerville, LA. He was a retired papermaker at Bastrop Paper Mill. He was a Veteran of United States Navy and Louisiana National Guard. He was a member of Conway Baptist Church in Farmerville. He is survived by his wife Josephine Stansbury Galloway; sons Dennis and Allen Galloway, daughter Kay Carroll. Visitation will be Sunday, August 12, 2012 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Conway Baptist Church 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 August 12, 2012

William "Bill" Hanewinckel Funeral services for Mr. William "Bill" Hanewinckel will be held Monday, August 13, 2012, at 2:00 p.m. at Mulhearn Funeral Home on Sterlington Road with the Rev. Warren Eckhardt and the Rev. Johnny Hutchison officiating. The committal service will be held at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum with the Rev. Johnny Funderburg officiating. Visitation will be held at 1:00 p.m. until service time Monday. Bill was born December 20, 1935, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, to Ester and William Hanewinckel and passed away Friday, August 10, 2012, after a long illness. He was preceded in death by this parents and several aunts and uncles. He was an army veteran, serving from 1958-1964. He was retired sales representative for Warner-Lambert Company. He is survived by his beloved wife Merilyn Magnon Hanewinckel, several cousins, and a host of friends. He loved his Lord and his Church and served as a deacon, a Sunday School teacher, and a youth worker. He also befriended many of the youth in his community. Bill had a great sense of humor, enjoyed fishing, and was an avid reader. A special thanks is offered to Dr. Charles G. Morgan and Bill's caregivers: William Bryant, Tonette Scott, Josette Gardner, and Judy Biaz. Honorary pallbearers will be Jim Hood, Bill Matkins, Jim Hutchison, Don Beach, Ken Wheeler, Larry Brakefield, Joe English, Keith Williams, and William Bryant. Memorial gifts may be made to North Monroe Baptist Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 12, 2012

Annie Ambrose, 87 PRAIRIEVILLE — Annie Johnson Ambrose, a homemaker formerly of Ruston, died Friday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Monday at Mineral Springs Cemetery, Dubach. Visitation is 4-6 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Charles Bailey, 72 RUSTON — Charles "Bo" Bailey, a retired road maintenance supervisor, died Thursday. Services are 3 p.m. Sunday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Visitation is 2 p.m. Sunday until time of service at the funeral home. Burial will be in Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery.

Robert Lee, 82 COLUMBIA — Robert Joseph "Bob" Lee, retired president and CEO of Caldwell Bank, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Columbia Heights Baptist Church. Visitation is 1 p.m. Sunday until time of service at the church. Burial will be at Columbia Hill Cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home.

Claude Murphy Jr., 79 DODSON — Claude Inus Murphy Jr., a retired electrician, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday, at Welcome Home Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday and 10-2 p.m. Monday at the church. Burial will be in Welcome Home Cemetery under the direction of Southern Funeral Home.

Virginia Smith, 92 BEAUMONT, Texas — Virginia Smith, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Frances Sutterfield, 81 WINNSBORO — Frances Sutterfield died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Funeral Home.

Truman Welch, 66 WINNSBORO — Truman Welch, a fire chief, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Gill First National Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemtery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Chapman, Patricia: 2 p.m. Sunday, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Harris Sr., John Vernon: 1 p.m. Monday, St. Mary Baptist Church, Jonesville. Schlatter, Jane: 10:30 a.m. Monday, St. Thomas Episcopal Church. Temple Sr., Floyd "Bay": 2 p.m. Sunday, Olla Pentecostal Church, Olla. Ward, Harold: 2 p.m. Sunday, Crowville First Baptist Church, Crowville.

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

Gilbert Beebe Lovelady, Jr. Funeral services for Gilbert Beebe Lovelady, Jr., will be held on Tuesday, August 14, 2012 at 10:00 AM at Bethany Baptist Church, 1740 Hwy 133, Hebert, LA., under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, with Rev. Brian Rankin officiating. Interment will follow at the church cemetery. Visitation will be held on Monday, August 13, 2012 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM at Bethany Baptist Church, 1740 Hwy 133, Hebert, LA. "Punk" as he was known by to his family and friends was born in West Monroe, LA on May 13, 1917 to the union of Gilbert Beebe and Bertha Phillips Lovelady and passed away on Saturday, August 11, 2012 at Ridgecrest Nursing Home in West Monroe, LA. He was preceded in death by his parents, the love of his life, wife Ellen Lovelady, brother and sister-in-law Milton and LaNell Stephenson, sister-in-law Vernice Stephenson, half-sister Ethel Lawrence and several aunts and uncles. Punk worked for and retired from L.J. Ernest Road Construction. He was a member and a Past Master in the Masonic Lodge #164 in Columbia, LA. He is survived by his children, Bertha Lovelady Kamarainen and husband Lee, West Monroe, LA., Gilbert Beebe "Gill" Lovelady, III and wife Linda, Columbia, LA., Dwight Lovelady and wife Brenda, Hebert, LA., Rita Lovelady Fuller and husband Gary, Monroe, LA., Kay Lovelady Bowlin and husband Wayne, West Monroe, LA., Scott Lovelady and wife Ann, Columbia, LA. , 14 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren and brother-in-law Fletcher Stephenson, Crossett, AR. Punk was a member of Bethany Baptist Church, Hebert, LA. If you knew him you loved him. He was very funny, always had a great story to tell, always had something going on. He was recently featured in "The News Star" talking about how things have changed since his birth. He loved his family and friends very much and always looked forward to their visits. He will be greatly missed. Pallbearers will be grandsons Gil Lovelady, Terry Lovelady, Kyle Whitehead, Dee Lovelady, Drew Lovelady, Parker Pierce, Rick Bowlin and cousin Roger Lovelady. Honorary Pallbearers are Wiley Kelly, Benny Washam, Robert Washam, Billy Joe Poole and Billy Jones. A special thank you to the staff of Ridgecrest Nursing Home and Steve Barbo and the staff at Citizens Medical Center for taking care of our daddy all these years. Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Published in The News Star on August 13, 2012

Bob Rose Funeral Services for Bob Rose, 75, of West Monroe will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday, August 14, 2012 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Rev. Mark Foster officiating. Bob was born September 11, 1937 in Ft. Worth, TX and passed from this life on August 12, 2012 in West Monroe, LA. Bob loved golf and spending time with his grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Ollie Lou Rose and by his brother, Larry Rose. Survivors include his wife, Janelle Gentry Rose; daughter, Penny Rossa and husband, Tommy; granddaughters, Ashlyn and Kaitlyn; step-daughter, Kandy Little and husband, Todd; step-grandchildren, Cheyenne, Sierra, and Auger Little; sisters, Jan Davis and husband, Larry; and Nelda Webb; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Gary Ford, Tommy Hooten, Jerry McKinney, Cory Davis, John Tom Murray, and Larry Norris. Honorary Pallbearers will be Don Calloway, Bobby Fulfer, Gary Freeman, Lee Hixon, and Ronny Boyd. Visitation will be held from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM Monday, August 13, 2012 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the Jason Paul Cameron Foundation at http://www.jpcfoundation.com The family would like to say a special thank you to Agape Hospice and his caregivers, Lynn Young and Theresa Manning and also to his special friend, Sara Boyd for the excellent care they have given. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 13, 2012

Virginia Hair Smith Mrs. Virginia Hair Smith was born April 2, 1920 in Harrisonburg, LA, and passed from this life August 10, 2012 in Beaumont, TX. Services will be held at 2:00 PM, August 14, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Hwy 165 Monroe, LA, and internment will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Smith married Grady W. Smith during WWII, and through the years, they lived in San Diego, CA, Columbia, LA, Sterlington, LA, and spent their retirement years in Monroe, LA. In 2010, she moved to Beaumont, TX, to be near her niece Jan Armstrong. Mrs. Smith was a long-time employee of Sally Beauty Supply of Monroe and was a devoted member of The First Baptist Church of Monroe. Virginia was known for helping her fellowman and for her love of cooking. She was preceded in death by her husband Grady, her parents Garfield and Mary Hair, her sister, Rossi Pattison and brother James "Jim" Hair. Virginia is survived by niece Patti Toups and nephew David Pattison of Baton Rouge, niece Jan Armstrong of Beaumont, TX, and by several great nieces and nephews and an adopted sister Helen Parmer of La Port, TX. Also, left to remember her kindness, are many dear friends, a neighbor Mary Martin, who was like a daughter to Virginia, and a special friend Dr. E. D. Coates, Jr. The family requests any memorials be donated to The First Baptist Church of Monroe, 201 St John St; Monroe, LA 71201. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 13, 2012

Charles Ray Antley, 75 COLUMBIA — Charles Ray Antley, a retired Department of Agriculture and Forestry worker, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Riser Funeral Home in Columbia. Burial will be in the Old Union Cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home.

Donald Blackard, 74 BASTROP — Donald Blackard, a retired parts manager at Parker Chevrolet, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Mer Rouge Baptist Church. Visitation is 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Monday at Golden Funeral Home. Burial is in Mer Rouge Cemetery.

Larry Cumpton Jr., 41 COLUMBIA — Larry Cumpton, Jr., a truck driver, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is from 5-9 p.m. Monday, at the funeral home. Burial is in Mangham Cemetery.

Sina M. Elliott, 99 Sina Mae Elliott of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Luellen Ferguson, 69 Luellen Ferguson of West Monroe, a retired counselor, died Friday. Graveside services will be at 9 a.m. Tuesday at Alabama Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Sibley. Arrangements are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe.

Samuel Galloway, 80 FARMERVILLE — Samuel Galloway, a retired paper mill worker, died Friday. Funeral services are 2 p.m. Monday at Conway Baptist Church in the Conway Community. Burial is Conway Cemetery under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville.

William Hanewinckel, 76 William "Bill" Hanewinckel of Monroe, a retired sales representative, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Visitation is from 1 p.m. until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Catherine O. Roberson, 89 HOUSTON, Texas — Catherine O. Roberson, a volunteer and worker at Spring Branch Hospital, died Saturday. Visitation is from 1-2 p.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum. Other arrangements are incomplete at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Fulton C. Roberts, 70 WISNER — Fulton Roberts died Sunday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home.

Harry W. Wells Jr., 75 EROS — Harry Wesley Wells Jr., a retired tour bus driver, died Saturday. Funeral service will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial is in Walnut Grove Cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Ambrose, Annie Johnson: 10 a.m. Monday, Mineral Springs Cemetery, Dubach. Harris Sr., John Vernon: 1 p.m. Monday, St. Mary Baptist Church, Jonesville. Murphy, Claude Inus Jr.: 2 p.m. Monday, Welcome Home Baptist Church, Dodson. Schlatter, Jane: 10:30 a.m. Monday, St. Thomas Episcopal Church. Welch, Truman: 10 a.m. Monday, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

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

Mrs. W.C. (Edna Edith Webb) Abbott, Jr. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM, Wednesday, August 15, at Edmonds Funeral Home Chapel in Jonesboro for Mrs. W. C. Abbott, Jr., who passed away Sunday, August 12, in San Augustine, TX. Mrs. Abbott was 97. Officiating will be Rev. Keith Abbott and Rev. Herb Dickerson. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 PM, Tuesday, August 14, at the funeral home. Interment will be at Gayla Traina Cemetery in Jonesboro. Mrs. Abbott was a long-time homemaker, wife, mother, and friend. Edna Edith Webb was born November 28, 1914 in Baton Rouge, and was raised in the Oak Grove community in Ascension Parish. She and her family moved to Jonesboro in 1944 where her late husband, W. C. Abbott, Jr., served as Jackson Parish county agent for many years. She is survived by daughter Blanche and husband Fred Pardue of San Augustine, TX; and three sons and their wives, Robert and Susan Abbott of Alexandria, George and Sue Abbott of West Monroe, and Walter and Gayla Abbott of Ruston. Also surviving are grandchildren Lee Brady, Bill Fowler, Laura Dear, Frank, David, and Paul Abbott, Kathy Graham, Keith Abbott, Katie Abbott, 14 great grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild. Sister-in-law Mary Jo Messer of Greenwell Springs also survives. Pallbearers will be Kenneth Brown, Bill Fowler, Frank Abbott, David Abbott, Paul Abbott, and Andy Brady. You may send condolences and view our website at www.edmondsfuneralhome.com Published in The News Star on August 14, 2012

Harry W. Wells, Jr. Funeral services for Harry W. Wells, Jr., 75, of Eros, LA are at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, August 15, 2012, in the Chapel of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe with Rev. Don Wall and Rev. Gene Benson officiating. Interment follows at Walnut Grove Cemetery West Monroe under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Harry was a retired tour bus driver, a veteran of U.S. Marine Corps and a member of Lapine Assembly of God. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Sue Wells, in June, 2012; and daughters, June Ragan and Donna Mackens. Harry is survived by 3 sons, Dewayne, Calvin, and Norman Wells; daughter, Sharon Dye; 9 grandchildren; 2 sisters, Ruth Bomer and Jean Jackson; and several nieces and nephews. Visitation is Tuesday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 14, 2012

Sue Jean McIntyre Whatley Sue Jean McIntyre Whatley, age 80, of Merigold, passed away on Monday August 13, 2012 at the Cleveland Health & Rehabilitation. She was born on January 29, 1932 to Jasper and Mary (Alexander) McIntyre in Wade, MS. Mrs. Whatley grew up in the Drew area graduating from Drew High School and attended Clark College . She married Albert M. Whatley on January 31, 1952. She was homemaker raising her four boys on the Sunflower Plantation. She was a loving and caring mother who never missed an event her boys were involved in, whether it was sports, school or church functions; she was always at their side. Mrs. Whatley was a life-long member of Bethany Baptist Church that she and her husband supported for many years. She was a former music leader and taught Sunday School for many years they made sure her boys missed very few times as they were growing up. She instilled family values in her boys with a very strong emphasis on education. She was an avid gardener and a great cook, always having fresh vegetables prepared for her family and their friends. Visitation will be held Tuesday August 14, 2012 from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the Cleveland Funeral Home in Cleveland . Funeral Services will be held Wednesday August 15, 2012 at Bethany Baptist Church at 2:00 PM on Sunflower Plantation. Interment will follow in the Drew Cemetery . Dr. Johnny Bley will officiate the service. She is survived by Spouse of 60 years, Albert M. Whatley of Merigold , MS . Son, Marion "Bubby" and wife (Faye) Whatley of Merigold , MS . Son, Lewis and wife (Cody) Whatley of Clarksdale, MS. Son, Bill and wife (Cathy) Whatley of Monroe, LA. Son, Ed and wife (Anna) Whatley of Clarksdale, MS. Three sisters; Ruby Carroll of Pascagoula, MS, Doris Cooper of Virginia Beach, VA, Carolyn Beach of Atlanta, GA. Eight grandchildren; Brad, Blake, Christopher, Asa, Jana, Tanner, Meagan Whatley and Will Rolfe. Five great grandchildren; Olivia, Avery, Mary Frances, Grace and Elizabeth Whatley. Cleveland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. On-line guest register may be viewed and signed at www.clevelandfuneralhome.net Cleveland Funeral Home Cleveland, MS Published in The News Star on August 14, 2012

Kenneth Alexander, 60 Kenneth Alexander of Monroe died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

James Byrd, 65 WINNSBORO — James Byrd died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Charles Dear, 67 BASKIN — Charles "Buddy" Dear, a corrections officer, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Life Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday. Burial will be in Baskin Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home.

Reola Green, 55 BASTROP — Reola Green, a cook, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Hattie Hickman, 71 OAK GROVE — Hattie Hickman, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Shirley Money, 77 WINNSBORO — Shirley Money, a retired district manager of EZ Mart Stores in Ida Belle, Okla., died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Clarence Peterson, 74 RAYVILLE — Clarence Peterson died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Catherine O. Roberson, 89 HOUSTON, Texas — Catherine O. Roberson, a volunteer and worker at Spring Branch Hospital, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum. Visitation is 1-2 p.m. Tuesday at the mausoleum. Burial will be at the mausoleum under the direction at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Fulton Roberts, 70 WISNER — Fulton Roberts died Sunday. Services are 3 p.m. Wednesday at South Central Baptist Church, Wisner. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Tuesday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Bob Rose, 74 Bob Rose of West Monroe died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Betty B. Sistrunk, 72 BASTROP — Betty Boykin Sistrunk, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Virginia H. Smith, 92 BEAUMONT, Texas — Virginia Hair Smith, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation will follow services at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Frances Sutterfield, 81 WINNSBORO — Frances Sutterfield died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newellton.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Blackard, Donald: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Mer Rouge Baptist Church, Mer Rouge. Cumpton Jr., Larry: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Ferguson, Luellen: 9 a.m. Tuesday, Alabama Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Sibley. Wells Jr., Harry Wesley: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

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

Bettye Tucker Bennett Funeral service for Mrs. Bettye Tucker Bennett, 85, of Monroe, LA will be held 10:00 AM Thursday, August 16, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe with Rev. Judy Bazer and Mr. David Burkett officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Bettye was born in Monroe, LA on March 26, 1927, to Olen and Gladys Tucker. She departed from this earth on August 14, 2012. She was a charter member of the volunteers at North Monroe Hospital and worked in that capacity for 26 years. She was affectionately referred to as "The Sunshine Lady" and "Sarge". Everyone knew if she was there by her voice, which carried down the halls. Mrs. Bennett was preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Gladys Blanks; and her daughter, Kristy Bennett Dean. Survivors include her husband of 63 years, Larry Bennett; daughter, Becky Bennett Kilcrease and husband Ronnie of Sterlington, LA; grandchildren, Connie Borden McCarter and husband Steve of Lakeland, FL; and Seth Borden of Monroe, LA; great grandchildren, Paul Michael and Stormie Gilliland of Lakeland, FL. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 15, 2012

Collin Andrew Brown Collin Andrew Brown passed away August 7, 2012 at his home in Beaver, Utah. He was born July 1, 1991 to Garry Byron and Melissa Hoogland Brown in Dallas, Texas. Collin loved playing sports, especially baseball and football. He liked skateboarding and boating with his family, was very creative and loved writing, and was very good with kids. He was a very caring and loving young man. Collin is loved and will be missed by many friends and family members. He is survived by his parents Garry and Melissa Brown of Henderson, Nevada; grandparents James and Dorothy Etta Hoogland of Ruston, Louisiana; grandmother Lou Brown of McKinney, Texas; and sister Caitlin Brown of Henderson, Nevada. He is preceded in death by his grandfather R.C. Brown, Jr. Candlelight Memorial services were held on Sunday Evening August 12, 2012 at Paseo Verde Park in Henderson, Nevada. Services will be held Saturday August 18, 2012 at 4:00 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church located at 104 North Main Street, Blue Ridge, Texas, 75424. Interment will be at the Restland Mausoleum in Dallas, Texas. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the church or charity of your choice . Arrangements under the direction of Southern Utah Mortuary. Online condolences can be sent to www.sumortuary.com Southern Utah Mortuary Beaver, Utah Published in The News Star on August 15, 2012

Horace Wayne Vowell Horace Wayne Vowell, 68, died Friday, August 10, 2012 at 5:47 PM. He was a native of Lake Providence, LA and resident of Houma, LA. Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 16, 2012 from 11:00 AM until service time at Chauvin Funeral Home. Funeral Service will begin at 1:00 PM with burial following at Holy Rosary Cemetery. He is survived by his wife, Susan Freeman Vowell of Houma, LA; sons, Kevin Wayne Vowell of Lafayette, LA, Perry Travis Vowell of Lafayette, LA, Jody Lee Vowell and wife Angie Daigle Vowell of Cypress, TX, and Scotty Blanton Vowell of Prairieville, LA; sisters, Linda Ann Woodall of West Monroe, LA and Geraldean Sallas of Houston, TX; grandchildren, Colin Andrew Vowell, Ethan Hart Vowell, Tristen Hailey Vowell, Shelby Lee Vowell, Jolie Christine Vowell and Talynn Alexis Vowell. He was preceded in death by his parents, Horace Blanton Vowell and Annie Mae Sykes Vowell. He worked in the oilfield and traveled the world. He loved to fish and enjoyed woodworking and tinkering in his garage. He had a great sense of humor and brought a lot of laughter to his family and friends. He cherished most in life spending time with his wife, children and grandchildren. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten. To send condolences please visit www.chauvinfuneralhome.com. Chauvin Funeral Home, Inc. is in charge of arrangements 5899 Highway 311 Houma, Louisiana 70360. Published in The News Star on August 15, 2012

Tammy D. Anders, 42 NEWELLTON — Tammy Denise Cephus Anders, a food server, died Thursday. Services are noon Saturday at Newellton Elementary School. Visitation is 11 a.m. Saturday until service time. Burial will be in Wyoming Cemetery under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Newellton.

James E. Byrd, 65 James Earl Byrd of Monroe, retired U.S. Navy, died Monday. Memorial services are 7 p.m. Thursday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home.

Charlie Hampton, 92 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Charlie Hampton, a retired veteran, died Friday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at North Star Missionary Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.

Travis L. Henderson, 69 RUSTON — Travis Lavelle Henderson, a salesman, died Sunday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Sibley Cemetery, Choudrant. Arrangements are under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Victor Mahoney, 90 RIDGECREST — Victor Mahoney died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Lawrence Richardson, 76 ST. JOSEPH — Lawrence Richardson, a farmer, died Aug. 8. Services are noon Saturday at Richardson Funeral Home, Newellton. Visitation is 11 a.m. Saturday until service time. Burial will be in Panola Cemetery, St. Joseph.

Isom E. Strange, 41 COLUMBIA — Isom E. Strange, a retired surveyor, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, west of Columbia. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. Wednesday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Altha M. Taylor, 70 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Altha Mae Taylor, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Harris Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Way-A-Way Cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Dear, Charles "Buddy": 10 a.m. Wednesday, Life Church, Winnsboro. Roberts, Fulton: 3 p.m. Wednesday, South Central Baptist Church, Wisner. Sistrunk, Betty Boykin: 10 a.m. Thursday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Wells Jr., Harry Wesley: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

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

Dr. Elton Ray Barrett Funeral services for Dr. Elton Ray Barrett, 79, of Monroe, LA will be held at 1:00 PM, Friday, August 17, 2012 at College Place Baptist Church in Monroe with Reverend Randy Wiggins officiating. Interment will follow at Georgetown Cemetery, Georgetown, LA, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home. Elton was born in Georgetown, LA, on April 15, 1933. He went to heaven on Tuesday, August 14, 2012. After receiving his Ph.D. in Plant Pathology from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, he moved to Monroe where he served as a professor in the Biology Department at what is now the University of Louisiana at Monroe for twenty years. After retiring from teaching, he began his own plant consulting business working with farmers throughout the northeast Louisiana region. He served as president of the Louisiana Agricultural Consultants Association and president of the Southern Soybean Disease Workers Association. Elton was a faithful member of College Place Baptist Church since 1959. He was active in every aspect of ministry. He served as a deacon from 1967 to the present. He served as chairman of the deacons for several terms. He loved his God and his church and it was evident to all that knew him. He is preceded in death by his parents, Julius and Ollie Mae Barrett and sister, Marjorie Barrett Adams. He is survived by his loving wife of fifty-six years, Avis Waggoner Barrett of Monroe, two daughters, Sherilyn Barrett Wiggins and husband Randy of Monroe, Julie Barrett Cupples and husband Ron of Monroe, three grandchildren, David Barrett Wiggins, Kennedy Barrett Cupples and Camryn Leigh Cupples. He is also survived by his Aunt Jo Corley of Georgetown, numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Elton, Dad, Papaw, "Cuz," Uncle Elt, "Doc" was a shining example of a godly man. He loved life and lived it to the fullest. He was loved by everyone who knew him and will be greatly missed. Pallbearers will be Randall Carver, Ron Cupples, Tommy Corley, Jonathan Hill, Neal Adams and Ramsey Ogg. Honorary Pallbearers are the deacons of College Place Baptist Church. Memorials may be made to College Place Baptist Church and Louisiana Baptist Children's Home & Family Ministries. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Thursday, August 16 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, and from 12:00 PM until 1:00 PM at College Place Baptist Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 16, 2012

Mary Anne Oxford (Rainey) Colvard Funeral services for Mary Anne Oxford (Rainey) Colvard, 82, will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, August 16, 2012 at Rose-Neath's Southside Chapel. Officiating will be Rev. Lynn Malone, Rev. Mark Bray, and Rev. Skip Noble. Interment will follow at Forest Park St. Vincent Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 15, 2012 at the funeral home. Mary was born November 9, 1929 in Shreveport. She passed away on August 12, 2012 in Shreveport following a long battle with cancer. She graduated from Fair Park High School. Dunn & Bradstreet employed her for several years. After her marriage to O. W. Rainey, she moved to Alaska where the U.S. Army employed her as a clerk typist. After moving to El Paso, TX, she again worked for Dunn & Bradstreet. She moved to Lake Charles, where she worked as a secretary for the U.S. Air Force. She was a housewife for two years. In 1954, Mrs. Colvard was employed as Deputy Clerk for the U.S. District Court and served as Court Room Deputy for Judges Ben Dawkins, Jr. and Tom Stagg for 24 years. She married Robert Colvard in 1978 and moved to Monroe. After his death in January 1998, she returned to Shreveport, where she resided until her death. She was preceded in death by her husband, R. H. Colvard; parents, H. A. and Jessie Oxford; and sisters, Joyce Butler and Jeanice Whitlow. Mrs. Colvard is survived by her daughter, Donna Rainey Duncan and husband Bill; stepchildren, Robert Colvard and wife, Jerilyn, and Carolyn Meyer and husband, Dave; step-grandchildren, David Patrick Duncan and wife, Karen, Dana Katheryn Johnson and husband, Jeff, Eric Colvard and wife, Kelli, and Kelly Walter and husband, John; and 9 great-great-grandchildren. She is also survived by many nieces, great nieces, and friends. Mrs. Colvard was active in the United Methodist Church her entire life. She served in a number of positions, including youth director when her daughter was a teen. She was a member of Summer Grove United Methodist Church at the time of her death. She enjoyed playing the piano and crocheting. She always had a joke to tell and had a cake baked. She loved babies, little children, as well as kittens and puppies many of which she gave a home. Pallbearers will be Jim Owens, Frank Kelly, Joe Comeaux, David Kellogg, Carson Moore, and Glenn Bernatowicz. The family would like to thank to Dr. Charles Knight, Dr. Anil Veluvolu, Agape Hospice, and a special thank you to Shari Powell, RN and Vizeta (Peaches) Isbell. Mama, you were there when I was born, and I know you were so happy. And I was there when you were reborn into heaven, and it was beautiful. I'll always miss you but I know you'll be watching over me. I'll love you forever. Until we meet again, Donna. Rose-Neath Funeral Home Southside Chapel (318) 687-1256 Published in The News Star on August 16, 2012

Helen G. Eubanks Funeral services for Helen G. (Little Mama) Eubanks, 88, of Sterlington, LA will be at 10:00 AM, Friday, August 17, 2012 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe with Rev. Jared Hawthorne officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Mrs. Eubanks was born on July 10, 1924 in Pioneer, LA and passed away on August 14, 2012 in Bastrop, LA. She was a member of Paron Baptist Church and served as Commissioner of Elections for many years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Claude D. Eubanks. Mrs. Eubanks is survived by her daughter: Dixie Martin and husband, Harold; 5 grandchildren: Teresa Brown and husband, John, Jeffrey Gray and wife, Libby, Kellye Cupit and husband, Kevin, Suzonne Hopkins and husband, Erich, and Amanda Martin; step-grandson: Chris Martin and wife, Michelle; 14 great grandchildren; and 12 great-great grandchildren. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Thursday, August 16, 2012 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 16, 2012

Jimmy L. Henderson Funeral services for Jimmy L. Henderson will be held on August 16, 2012 at 2pm at Edmonds Funeral Home Chapel in Jonesboro. Bro. David Wilson will officiate with interment following in the Gayla Traina Cemetery in Jonesboro. Mr. Henderson was born on December 13, 1929 and passed away on August 14, 2012. He was 82. Survivors include his wife of 63 years, Irene Strong Henderson of Jonesboro, one daughter, Jimmie Sue Henderson Miller and husband Kenneth of Westlake, LA, two sons, Kenneth (P-Nut) Henderson and wife Susette of Quitman, LA, and Michael Henderson and wife Freatia of Roundrock, TX, two Sisters, Gertrude Lawrence of Jonesboro, LA and Marie Thompson of Ashdawn, AR, one brother, Billy Ray Henderson and wife Joan of Albuquerque, N.M. Six grandchildren, Paula Comeaux and husband Daren of Lake Charles, LA, Tiffani Masa and husband Michael of Alexandria, LA, Ki Henderson and wife Casey of Quitman, LA, Aileen Kelley and husband Pete of Pineville, LA, Jenni Redick and husband Matt of Roundrock, TX and Kristi Henderson of Georgetown, TX. Mr. Henderson is also survived by ten great-grandchildren. Published in The News Star on August 16, 2012

Kenneth Alexander, 60 Kenneth Alexander of Monroe died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Living Gospel Church, Monroe. Visitation is 3-5 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Bettye T. Bennett, 85 Bettye Tucker Bennett of Monroe, a secretary, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Christopher S. Biddle, 36 Christopher Shawn Biddle of West Monroe, formerly of Snyder, Texas, a master auto technician, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

John Carter Jr., 68 DELHI — John Carter Jr., a laborer, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Greater One Christian Fellowship Church. Visitation is 3-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland. Burial will be in St. John Community Cemetery.

Rufus L. Carter Sr., 64 DELHI — Rufus Lenard Carter Sr., former Delhi chief of police, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Greater One Christian Fellowship Church. Visitation is 3-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland. Burial will be in St. John Community Cemetery.

Evelyn Crothers, 83 VIDALIA — Evelyn Crothers, a secretary, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at First Baptist Church. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Friday at Lambert Cemetery, Lambert, Miss. Arrangements are under the direction of Young's Funeral Home.

Bernice Dorsey, 83 Bernice Dorsey of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at King Solomon Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Sina Mae Elliott, 99 Sina Mae Elliott of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Starlight Baptist Church, Swartz. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Reola Green, 55 BASTROP — Reola Green, a cook, died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Morehouse Association Building. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at New Light Baptist Church. Burial will be in Jerusalem Cemetery, Mer Rouge, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home.

Hattie Hickman, 71 OAK GROVE — Hattie Hickman, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mount Olive Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in South Side Cemetery.

Donovan Guy, infant TALLULAH — Donovan Guy, the infant son of Sierra Robinson and Lagariyon Guy, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.

Wanda F. Milliren, 73 BASTROP — Wanda Ferrell Milliren, a personal care sitter, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Cox Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Beekman Cemetery.

Willie Bert Rivers, 62 Willie Bert Rivers of Monroe, a veteran, died Aug. 6. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Macedonia Church Cemetery, Choudrant.

Mary Storey, 92 RUSTON — Mary Alice Storey of Kingwood Texas, formerly of West Monroe, died Aug. 8. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Alabama Presbyterian Church, Sibley. Visitation is 10 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Sibley Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home.

Ronald D. Trammell, 70 REDFIELD, Ark. — Ronald Dean Trammell, formerly of Bastrop, an Air Force veteran, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Christ Church Cemetery, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Alma L. Watson, 88 WISNER — Alma Lee Watson died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at First Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the church. Burial will be in South Central Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

David E. Williams, 46 MONTGOMERY — David Earl Williams, a truck driver, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at Northside Baptist Church. Visitation is 5 p.m. Thursday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Verda Cemetery, Verda, under the direction of Southern Funeral Home.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Anders, Tammy Denise Cephus: noon Saturday, Newellton Elementary School, Newellton. Byrd, James Earl: 7 p.m. Thursday, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home. Hampton, Charlie: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, North Star Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Richardson, Lawrence: noon Saturday, Richardson Funeral Home, Newellton. Sistrunk, Betty Boykin: 10 a.m. Thursday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Strange, Isom E.: 10 a.m. Thursday, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, west of Columbia. Taylor, Altha Mae: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence.

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

Mary Ann Dixon Johnston A service of worship to celebrate the life of Mary Ann Dixon Johnston , 93, of Monroe, formerly of Sterlington, will be held in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of Monroe on Lamy Lane on Friday, August 17, 2012 at 2:00 PM with Father Gregg Riley officiating. Burial will follow in Riverview Cemetery on South Grand St. in Monroe. Visitation will be held from 1:00 PM until service time at Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of Monroe. Mrs. Johnston was born August 13, 1919, in Monroe, LA. She went home to be with her Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ on August 15, 2012. She died peacefully at her home. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Bishop Johnston, Jr.; her parents Melville Sanders Dixon and Josephine Hill Smith Dixon; her brothers, Melville Sanders (Sonny) Dixon and Joe Hart Dixon; her grandparents, Arthur Lee Smith and Mary Ann Yongue Smith; Charles F. Dixon and Jessie Lee Hart Dixon. Survivors include her daughter, Jo Elizabeth Johnston; son, John Bishop Johnston, III, and daughter-in-law, Jody; son, Jay Dixon Johnston and daughter-in-law, Jan; daughter, Mary Ann Currie, and son-in-law, Jackson; daughter, Nina Marie Pate, and son-in-law, George. Mary Ann, known as "MeMe" to her family, is also survived by the following grandchildren, Elizabeth Guerriero, Doll Holyfield, Kathy Patrick, Jodi B. Lyle, Jennifer Johnston, Mandy Williamson, Jessica Johnston, Mary Ann Johnston, John Bishop Currie, William Currie, Maggie Pate Barrett, and Meredith Pate. She is also survived by the following great grandchildren, Ashley Falgout, Allison Falgout, Lauren Creekmore, Madison Guerriero, Bailey Wells, Ainsley Holyfield, Andrew Williamson, Cole Williamson, Robert Williamson, Mary Amanda Williamson, Emily Patrick, India Patrick, Katherine Patrick, Abby Lyle, and Allison Lyle. Pallbearers will be Todd Williamson, Jeff Guerriero, Ken Vines, Bill Patrick, Matt Lyle, Harvey Perry, and Hank Biedenharn. Honorary pallbearers will be Junot Dixon, Joe Hart (JJ) Dixon, Fred Rosenfeld and Ralph Spiers. Mrs. Johnston was a life-long resident of Sterlington having moved to Monroe in her latter years. She greatly enjoyed visiting with her family and friends in Louisiana as well as entertaining them in Pensacola, Florida. She was a member of the Thursday Bridge Club, the Colonial Dames and the DAR. The family would like to thank her dear friend, Mary Frances Perry, her friends and doctors, Michael Hayward and David Raines, her niece, Jean Ann Taylor and her loving caregivers, Claire Rundell and Betty Faye Tullos. Thank you also to her granddaughter, Doll Vines for her care and attention. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the church or charity of your choice . The family takes great comfort in the following scripture verse: 2 COR 5:8 "We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord." Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 17, 2012

Annie Shackelford Funeral Services for Annie Shackelford, 100, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, August 18, 2012 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Rev. Gordon Skip Dean and Rev. Calton Yeager officiating. Interment will be held in the Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Calhoun. Mrs. Shackelford was born on September 21, 1911 in Monroe, LA and passed away on August 15, 2012 in West Monroe, LA. She is survived by her children, Patricia Culpepper and husband Howard, Mel Shackelford and wife Bobbie, and Ronnie Shackelford; grandchildren, Steven and Ophelia Culpepper, Bryan Shackelford and wife Rachel, Mark Shackelford, Chris Shackelford and wife Melissa, Lisa Deason and husband Quint; seven great-grandchildren; sister, Leoda Shackelford; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Bryan Shackelford, Mark Shackelford, Billy Martin, Howard Culpepper, Marvin Jones, and Chris Shackelford. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Friday, August 17, 2012 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Memorials may be made to The Gideons International. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 17, 2012

Alma Lee (Huff) Watson Funeral services for Alma Lee (Huff) Watson of Wisner will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday at the First Baptist Church of Wisner with the Rev. Thomas Peoples officiating. Interment will be at South Central Cemetery in Wisner under the direction of Young's Community Funeral Home. Mrs. Alma Lee, 88, passed away Tuesday at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. She was a native of Rector, Arkansas, and a graduate of Choudrant High School and Louisiana Tech University, where she earned a bachelor's degree in music education. She taught music at Wisner High School for several years, later teaching private piano and voice lessons. She was a very active member of First Baptist Church of Wisner, serving as the church organist for 20 years. She was also involved in the Women's Missionary Union and the Wisner Garden Club. An avid reader, Mrs. Alma Lee established a library in the Mary Anna Nursing Home where she resided for the past three and one-half years. She also taught Sunday School at the nursing home and played the piano for residents. She was a devoted wife to the late Charles Watson of Wisner for 49 years and a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend. Soft-spoken, yet fun-loving, her gracious spirit will be missed by all who knew her. She was preceded in death her husband, Charles Watson, her parents, the Rev. J.D. Huff and Ola Huff, and sisters Gerene Huff of Rector, Ark., and Lorene Hogan of Ruston. She is survived by her sons, Mike Watson of Wisner and Wayne Watson and wife Megan of Houston; grandchildren Neal Watson and Lindsay of Nolensville, Tenn., Adam Watson and Laura of Spring, Texas, Cory Watson and Darby Menzel and her son Devin of Wisner, Cara Watson and Kristin Watson of Wisner; and great-grandchildren Sam, Gabe, Luke, William and Annabelle. Pallbearers will be Jesse Young, Marc McCarty, Adam Watson, Neal Watson, Cory Watson and Trent Williams. Honorary pallbearers are Myles Kiper, Russell Johnson, Max Johnson, Curtis Tyson, Mike Caldwell, Wiley McClary, Trey Kiper and Ray Young. Memorial gifts may be made to the music ministry of First Baptist Church of Wisner. The family wishes to extend its heartfelt appreciation to the caring staff of Mary Anna Nursing Home, Glenwood Regional Medical Center's intensive care unit and Louisiana Hospice Care. Young's Community Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Published in The News Star on August 17, 2012Elton Ray Barrett, 79 Elton Ray Barrett of Monroe, a retired biologist, died Tuesday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at College Place Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is noon Friday until service time at the church. Graveside service is 3:30 p.m. Friday in Georgetown Cemetery, Georgetown, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Christopher S. Biddle, 36 Christopher Shawn Biddle of West Monroe, formerly of Snyder, Texas, a master auto technician, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is noon Sunday until service time at the funeral home.

Helen G. Eubanks, 88 Helen G. "Little Mama" Eubanks of Sterlington, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Linda C. Henry, 68 PIONEER — Linda Copes Henry, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Burial will be in Epps Cemetery.

Mary Ann Johnston, 93 Mary Ann Dixon Johnston of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. Friday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Monroe.

Michael Mason, 53 CHICAGO — Michael Mason died Saturday. Visitation is 3-7 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be Wednesday in Forest Home Cemetery, Forest Park, Ill., under the direction of Corbin Colonial Funeral Home, Chicago.

Ricky Massey, 53 WINNSBORO — Ricky Massey died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home.

Travis Minger, 32 ST. PAUL, Minn. — Travis Minger, an environmental cleaning technician, died Aug. 3. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

James Roberts, 69 DUBACH — James Ray "Shorty" Roberts, a mechanic, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at United Pentecostal Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Corinth Cemetery, Hico, under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Alexander, Kenneth: 1 p.m. Saturday, Living Gospel Church, Monroe. Anders, Tammy Denise Cephus: noon Saturday, Newellton Elementary School, Newellton. Carter Jr., John: 10 a.m. Saturday, Greater One Christian Fellowship Church, Delhi. Carter Sr., Rufus L.: 10 a.m. Saturday, Greater One Christian Fellowship Church, Delhi. Dorsey, Bernice: 2 p.m. Saturday, King Solomon Baptist Church, Monroe. Elliott, Sina Mae: 11 a.m. Saturday, Starlight Baptist Church, Swartz. Green, Reola: 1 p.m. Saturday, Morehouse Association Building, Bastrop. Hampton, Charlie: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, North Star Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Hickman, Hattie: 2 p.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Oak Grove. Milliren, Wanda Ferrell: 2 p.m. Saturday, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Richardson, Lawrence: noon Saturday, Richardson Funeral Home, Newellton. Rivers, Willie Bert: 2 p.m. Saturday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Storey, Mary Alice: 11 a.m. Saturday, Alabama Presbyterian Church, Sibley. Taylor, Altha Mae: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Trammell, Ronald Dean: 2 p.m. Saturday, Christ Church Cemetery, Bastrop. Watson, Alma Lee: 2 p.m. Friday, First Baptist Church, Wisner. Williams, David Earl: 1 p.m. Friday, Northside Baptist Church, Montgomery.

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

Zora Carroll Funeral services for Zora Carroll will be held at 3:00 PM Sunday at Holly Grove Baptist Church near Wisner with Bro. Neal Raborn and Bro. Gary Aucoin officiating. Interment will be at the Holly Grove Cemetery near Wisner under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home. Mrs. Zora, 96, passed away peacefully at Mary Anna Nursing Home in Wisner. She was a native of Simpson County, Mississippi. She moved to Wisner and graduated as valedictorian from Wisner High School. Zora was the devoted wife of Stanley Carroll for 65 years. They married, bought a small farm near Wisner, raised a family of 5 children, and lived all their lives there. Zoras was an active member of Holly Grove Baptist Church for about 75 years. She was a Sunday school teacher for many years and served the church in many capacities. She was a loving mother and grandmother. She was very soft spoken, never speaking ill of anyone. She loved her church, quilting, crocheting, and playing scrabble with her family and friends. She is preceded in death by her husband-Stanley Carroll, a son-Donald Carroll, and three sisters. She is survived by sons-Dale Carroll and wife Elaine of Washinton, D.C. and Robert Carroll and wife Bobbi of Watson, LA; daughters- Joan Looney Batey and husband Carl of Wisner, LA and Martha Dampier and husband Philip of Monroe, LA; daughter-in-law-Gloria Carroll of Watson, LA;14 grandchildren; 29 great grandchildren; and 12 great, great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be grandsons and great grandsons. Memorial gifts may be made to Holly Grove Baptist Church of Wisner. The family wishes to extend heartfelt appreciation to the caring staff of Mary Anna Nursing Home and TLC Hospice for caring for her the last few months of her life. Online registry/condolences at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Published in The News Star on August 18, 2012

Joe Hazlip Funeral services for Joe Hazlip, 85, of Waterproof will be held at Saint Patrick's Catholic Church in Ferriday, Louisiana with Father Louis Sklar officiating Sunday at 4:00 PM. Visitation will be held at 3:00 PM until the service begins, under the direction of Young's Funeral Home in Ferriday. Joe was born May 20 1927. He lived his entire life in Waterproof, except during World War II. He served in the Merchant Marines. He was on the 1943 Waterproof High School State Championship football team and lettered as a freshman for Louisiana Tech University. He worked for Chevron for 25 years. He and his wife owned Hazlip Oil Company before retiring in 1989. He served as alderman for the town of Waterproof. Joe loved his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren and enjoyed watching them participate in sporting events. He shared with them his love of deer hunting. His trophy deer, Daniel, holds the Buckmasters whitetail record for crossbow hunting. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Betty Hays Hazlip and his five Children, Peter Kirkland Hazlip and wife Marian, Joseph Magruder Hazlip and wife Meg, Mary Rebecca Rabb and husband Mike, Emile Patout Hazlip and wife Adele, and Betty Jo Harris and husband Todd. Joe, known as "Papa" to his family is also survived by 13 grandchildren: Paige Sears and husband Calvin; Stacey Staten and husband Lucas; Bennett Hazlip and wife Liz; Magruder Hazlip and wife Liz; Corinne Hegwood and husband Les; Rebecca Harrison and husband Stan; Michael Rabb and wife Lauren; Emily Hazlip; Stan Hazlip; Ned Wright and wife Holly; Peter Wright; Davis Harris; and Joseph Harris. Joe is also survived by 14 great grandchildren, Benjamin Rice, Hannah Rice, Jackson Staten, Alexis Staten, Joe Hazlip, Ilana Hazlip, Mac Hazlip, Mae Hazlip, John Hazlip, Hays Hegwood, Gus Hegwood, Hunter Harrison, Bruin Harrison, and Kenner Harrison. Pallbearers will be Bennett Hazlip, Magruder Hazlip, Michael Rabb, Ned Wright, Stan Hazlip, Davis Harris, Joseph Harris and Peter Wright. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Tensas Academy. To leave an online condolence for the family please visit youngsfh.com Young's Funeral Home Ferriday, LA Published in The News Star on August 18, 2012

Angel Rae Johnston Funeral services for Angel Rae Johnston, 17, of Rayville, LA will be held at 3:00 PM, Sunday, August 19, 2012 at Dunn Church of God, Dunn, LA with Bro. Bobby Carter, Bro. Roger Temple and Bro. Jeremy Mew officiating. Burial will be in the McKnight Cemetery, Holly Ridge, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. Angel was born December 23, 1994 in Monroe, LA and passed away Thursday, August 16, 2012. Angel was a member of Shady Grove Church of God and the Louisiana Christian Youth Camp. She is preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Douglas Ray Johnston. Survivors include her parents, Kenny and Debbie Johnston of Rayville, LA; fiancé, Kailan Fullford of Delhi, LA; sisters, Amber Johnson and husband, Nathan of Rayville, LA, Mindy Johnston and her fiancé, Eddie Ray Bradshaw of Start, LA, and Tabitha Ponsell and husband, Bo Michael of Rayville, LA; brother, Kenny Douglas Johnston of Rayville, LA; paternal grandmother, Doris Herrington and husband, Eddie of Rayville, LA; maternal grandparents, Lewis and Elizabeth Soloe of Corydon, IN; and a host of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers are Nathan Johnson, Eddie Ray Bradshaw, Bo Michael Ponsell, Rickey Johnston, Kenny Douglas Johnston, and Gavin Walters. Visitation is 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Saturday at the Dunn Church of God, Dunn, LA. Donations can be made to Louisiana Church of God, Inc., Attn. Angel Johnston Memorial Fund, 12005 Coursey Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA 70816. To leave condolences for the family go to brownholleyfuneralhomes.com Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on August 18, 2012

Jo Ella Burrell, 61 Jo Ella Burrell of Monroe, a custodian, died Aug. 9. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Piney Grove Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Donovan Guy, infant TALLULAH — Donovan Guy, the infant son of Sierra Robinson and Lagariyon Guy, died Friday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Monday at New Oakwood Cemetery under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.

Opal M. Harkness, 86 DUNCAN, Okla. — Opal McCrary Harkness, formerly of Collinston, a homemaker, died Friday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Monday at Carter Cemetery. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Sunday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Travis T. Jones, 65 BONITA — Travis Teene Jones, a homemaker, died Aug. 9. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Joe AME Church. Burial will be in St. Joe Cemetery under the direction of Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Ricky W. Massey, 53 WINNSBORO — Ricky Wayne Massey died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Sunday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Fort Necessity Cemetery, Fort Necessity.

Jeffroe Nunley Jr., 76 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Jeffroe Nunley Jr., a farmer, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Lake Providence Senior High School Auditorium. Burial will be in Love's Paradise under the direction of Brannum Funeral Home.

Annie Shackelford, 100 Annie Shackelford of West Monroe died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Paul D. Williamson, 53 Paul David Williamson of West Monroe, a carpenter, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Alexander, Kenneth: 1 p.m. Saturday, Living Gospel Church, Monroe. Anders, Tammy Denise Cephus: noon Saturday, Newellton Elementary School, Newellton. Biddle, Christopher Shawn: 2 p.m. Sunday, Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Carter Jr., John: 10 a.m. Saturday, Greater One Christian Fellowship Church, Delhi. Carter Sr., Rufus L.: 10 a.m. Saturday, Greater One Christian Fellowship Church, Delhi. Dorsey, Bernice: 2 p.m. Saturday, King Solomon Baptist Church, Monroe. lliott, Sina Mae: 11 a.m. Saturday, Starlight Baptist Church, Swartz. Green, Reola: 1 p.m. Saturday, Morehouse Association Building, Bastrop. Hampton, Charlie: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, North Star Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Hickman, Hattie: 2 p.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Oak Grove. Milliren, Wanda Ferrell: 2 p.m. Saturday, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Minger, Travis: 2 p.m. Saturday, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Richardson, Lawrence: noon Saturday, Richardson Funeral Home, Newellton. Rivers, Willie Bert: 2 p.m. Saturday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Roberts, James Ray "Shorty": 10 a.m. Saturday, United Pentecostal Church, Dubach. Storey, Mary Alice: 11 a.m. Saturday, Alabama Presbyterian Church, Sibley. Taylor, Altha Mae: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Trammell, Ronald Dean: 2 p.m. Saturday, Christ Church Cemetery, Bastrop.

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

Berry C. Meadows, Jr. Graveside services for Berry C. Meadows, Jr. will be held at 10:00 AM Monday, August 20, 2012, at Providence Memorial Park in Lake Providence, LA. Visitation will be Sunday from 3:00 PM until 6:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Berry was born October 24, 1922 in Elmore County, AL and passed away Friday, August 17, 2012 at his home in Monroe, LA. His survivors include wife, Arnetta Taylor Meadows, of Monroe LA; son and daughter-in-law, Donnie and Debbie Meadows of Lake Providence, LA; daughter and son-in-law, Shannon and Sonny Norred of Monroe, LA; daughter and son-in-law, Andrea and Larry Pegg of Columbus, MS; brother and sister-in-law, Robert J. and Betty Meadows of Aiken SC; sister Adna Earl Scroggins of Montgomery AL. He leaves grandchildren, Matt, Macy, Maria and Michael Meadows, Taylor and Ashley Norred, Sharon, Craig and Clint Pegg and 6 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Berry C. Meadows; mother, Spencer J. Meadows; brother, Jack Meadows; sisters, Emogene Jones and Eloise Bridgman; son, Randy Meadows; granddaughter, Alexys Meadows. He was owner of both Meadows Concrete & Gravel Company and Meadows & Meadows Dredging Company in Lake Providence, LA. More recently he was owner/trainer of Warhawk Kennels in Monroe, LA. He was also a founding member and an active participant in the North LA Hunting Retriever Club. Berry was a Master Mason, a Shriner, a 32nd degree Mason and served in the United States Navy during WWII. While living in Lake Providence, Berry was very involved in the community. He contributed in the construction and opening of Briarfield Academy and was instrumental in the organization of the Loyal Order of Moose. He was also a supporter of the Lake Providence High School Quarterback Club and the East Carroll Parish Little League baseball program. Berry was a kind and generous man who never met a stranger, never forgot a face and was a master storyteller. Berry will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 19, 2012

Zora Carroll, 96 WISNER — Zora Mae Carroll, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services will be at 3 p.m. Sunday at Holly Grove Baptist Church under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Visitation will be from 2 to 3 p.m. Sunday at the church.

LaNaysia Chisley, infant WISNER — LaNaysia A-Mya Chisley died Friday. Graveside Services are at 10 a.m. Sunday at Mathis Cemetery in Extension, under the direction of Richardson and Sims Funeral Home of Winnsboro.

LaTaurnace Chisley Jr., infant WISNER — LaTaurnace Chisley Jr. died Friday. Graveside Services are at 10 a.m. Sunday at Mathis Cemetery in Extension, under the direction of Richardson and Sims Funeral Home of Winnsboro.

Garland Crowell, 79 JONESBORO — Garland E. Crowell, an employee of Hanes International, died Friday. Services will be at 2 p.m. Sunday at Edmonds Chapel in Jonesboro. Burial will be in the Ansley Cemetery near Ruston. Visitation is from 1 p.m. to funeral time.

Maxine Grimble, 83 FORT WORTH, Texas — Maxine Blanson Grimble, formerly of Monroe, died Aug. 14. Services will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Richardson Funeral Home in Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens. Visitation is from 3 to 6 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Willie Grimble, 79 WINNSBORO — Willie D. Grimble, a retired business owner, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Richardson and Sims Funeral Home of Winnsboro.

Angel Johnston, 17 RAYVILLE — Angel Rae Johnston, a student, died Thursday. Services are at 3 p.m. Sunday at Dunn Church of God in Dunn. Visitation is from noon to 3 p.m. Sunday at the church. Burial will be in McKnight Cemetery in Holly Ridge under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home of Rayville.

Willie Martin, 91 JONESBORO — Willie Gray Martin, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro. Burial will be in the Springhill Cemetery in Jonesboro. Visitation is from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

King Swayzer, 95 WINNSBORO — King "Sonny" Swayzer, a retired farmer, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Richardson and Sims Funeral Home of Winnsboro.

Wilson Winston, 73 GARDENA, Calif. — Wilston T. "Sonny" Winston, a retired business owner formerly of Sicily Island, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Richardson and Sims Funeral Home of Winnsboro.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Biddle, Christopher Shawn: 2 p.m. Sunday, Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Guy, Donovan: 11 a.m. Monday, New Oakwood CEmetery, Tallulah. Harkness, Opal McCrary: 10 a.m. Monday, Carter Cemetery, Bastrop. Massey, Ricky Wayne: 1 p.m. Sunday, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

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

Dolly Dartez Downing A memorial service for Dolly Dartez Downing, 77, of Monroe, will be held 2:00 PM Tuesday, August 21, 2012 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe, with Reverend Andy Myrick officiating. Visitation will begin at 1:00 PM Tuesday, August 21, 2012 and continue until service time under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Dolly was born May 27, 1935, in West Carroll Parish, and passed away August 18, 2012 in Monroe. She was a member of Women of the Moose and Am Vets Auxiliary, was a cruiser, loved to travel, and was an avid bingo player. She was preceded in death by her parents Noah Leville and Madelyn Omega Mullins, five brothers and one sister. Mrs. Downing is survived by her husband, Ed "Mushy" Downing; two daughters, Zoé Dartez-Kean and husband Charles of Springfield, Illinois and Patricia Dartez Wilson and husband Douglas of Columbus, Georgia; two step-daughters, Carmen Downing and fiancé Larry Ballew of West Monroe and Billie Downing Rowland and husband James of Monroe; one step-son, Mark Downing and wife Martha of Redfield, Arkansas; brother, Evan Doyle "Eckie" Mullins; sister-in-law, Linda Mullins; fifteen grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to Moose Charities at www.mooseintel.org or the American Lung Association . Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 20, 2012

Roy Lee Duchesne, Sr. Funeral services for Roy Lee Duchesne, Sr ; age 68 of Rayville, LA will be held 2pm Tuesday August 21, 2012 from the Columbia chapel of Riser Funeral Home, with the Rev. Frank Sellers, Rev. Floyd Duchesne, and Rev. Shane Warren officiating . Interment will follow in the Hebert Cemetery at Hebert, LA. Visitation will be on Monday August 20 from 5pm until 9pm at the funeral home located at 7131 U S Highway 165, Columbia. Roy Lee Duchesne, Sr. was born on July 3, 1944 at Hebert, LA to the union of his parents Clyde Duchesne and Eula Bowden Duchesne. He passed from this life on Saturday August 18, 2012 at his residence. He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers, Clyde Duchesne, Jr. , Robert Duchesne, and Thomas Duchesne. Mr. Duchesne was a carpenter and Journeyman. It might be noted that he was "Last of a Dying Breed". He was a member of the Woolen Lake Church of God. Left to cherish his memory, his son Roy L. Duchesne, Jr. and his wife Michelle Duchesne of Rayville; his grandchildren, Alishia McDonald, Elaine McDonald, Meagan Duchesne, Morgan Duchesne, and Kody Carrol; two brothers, Rev. Floyd Duchesne of Monroe, Pete Duchesne of Mobile, Alabama; and his sister Evelyn Hill of Monroe; and a host of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers include Trey Duchesne, Tommy Duchesne, Jamie Wiggins, Reggie Duchesne, Bubba Duchesne, and Kevin Hill. Honorary pallbearers will be Robert Washington, Chad Coglahn, and Brian Jones. Online registry/condolences: riserfuneralhomes.com Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA. Published in The News Star on August 20, 2012

Bea Randall Funeral services for Bea Randall, 89, of Monroe will be held at 2:00PM Tuesday, August 21, 2012 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with the Rev. Ron Lowe officiating. Interment will be in the Henry Cemetery in Dubach, Louisiana. Bea was born March 19, 1923, and passed away Sunday, August 19, peacefully at her home in Monroe, with friends and family at her side. She was a native of Dubach, Louisiana and a member of Edgewood Baptist Church of West Monroe. Bea was preceded in death by her husband, William H. (Dub) Randall, son, Billy Randall, parents, Chester and Dodie Lewis from Dubach, and Devon Lewis, brother. She is survived by her daughter, Gayle Randall, and son, Larry Deason and wife, Martha Ellen, two grandchildren, Jeff Deason, Nashville, Tennessee and Kelley Deason Warren and husband Brent, Baton Rouge; five great grandchildren, Graham Deason, Hayden Warren, Harrison Warren, Sawyer Warren and Brinkley Warren; and special friends, Gary Lowery and Joy Holmes. Bea was retired from General Motors in Monroe. Bea's love for the Lord was evident in her everyday activities. She loved reading the Bible, listening to spiritual music and sermons and talking about Jesus. She especially cherished a trip she made to the Holy Land. She was keenly aware of world events and biblical prophecies. She also loved having a pretty yard with beautiful plants and flowers. She was an intelligent, giving, caring, fun-loving, gracious spirit who will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Bea's loving smile will remain in our hearts forever. Pallbearers will be John Brown, Todd Debnam, Charles Frost, Rick Furr, Kevin Holmes, Conrad Moore and Brent Warren. Visitation will be Monday, August 20, from 5:00PM until 7:00PM and from 12:30PM until 2:00PM Tuesday, August 21, 2012 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. The family wishes to extend its heartfelt appreciation to the caring staff of Southern Care: May Roberson, Michelle Johnson, and Hospice Chaplain Ron Lowe. Also to special caretaker, Vicki Johnson. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 20, 2012

Marie Elizabeth Perabo Wilds Marie Elizabeth Perabo Wilds, 93, Topeka, passed away Saturday, August 18, 2012 at Midland Care Hospice, Topeka. She was born March 5, 1919 at Tupelo MS, the daughter of Philip Perabo and Malvina Elizabeth Sakach Perabo. She was educated in the Tupelo schools and received her Bachelor of Science degree from Maryville College (now Maryville University) in St. Louis MO. She was married June 30, 1941, in St. Louis, MO, to Charles Ernest Wilds, Jr., M.D. while he was doing his internship at St. Louis University Medical School. He preceded her in death on August 25, 2009. Mrs. Wilds worked for the first Blue Cross Blue Shield in St. Louis, first as a bookkeeper, then as head of the cashier department. She was office manager in her husband's medical practice for four years in Monroe LA, before becoming a real estate salesperson, GRI, CRS, and broker. For 23 happy and successful years, she sold in Monroe LA, metropolitan St. Louis MO, and in Topeka KS. During her 16-year career in Topeka from 1967 to 1983, she was a Realtor Associate first for J.C. Sargent, then J.R. Krieger, and then Griffith & Blair Realtors. A member of the Million Dollar Club, she was a member of the Topeka Board of Realtors, Kansas Association of Realtors and served as president of the Women's Council of Realtors. She was honored as Realtor of the Year in 1975 and as Woman of the Year in 1977 by the Women's Council Topeka Board of Realtors. In 1976, she served as president of the Topeka Chapter of the Women's Council of Realtors. In 1983, she and her husband retired to Bella Vista, AR, where they had spent their honeymoon in 1941. While there, she was very active in her church, the Bella Vista Garden Club, and the Blowing Springs Chapter of Questers. In Topeka, she was a member of Most Pure Heart of Mary Catholic Church. Survivors include five children, Veronica "Ronni" Wilds Clark, Bella Vista, AR, Charles "Chuck" Ernest Wilds III, Wichita, Mary Wilds Lenz, Topeka, Richard Perabo Wilds, Lawrence, and Thomas "Tom" King Wilds, Dallas, eight grandchildren and two great-grandsons. She also is survived by one sister, Ann Perabo Chopin of St. Louis, MO and two brothers, Philip Perabo, Jr. of Corpus Christi, TX and James Lee Perabo of Webster Groves, MO. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, August 22, 2012, at Most Pure Heart of Mary Catholic Church, Topeka, followed by interment at Penwell-Gabel Cemetery. A visitation will be held from 6:00- 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 21, at the Penwell-Gabel Mid Town Chapel, 1321 SW 10th Ave., Topeka, with a Rosary being prayed at 7:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Most Pure Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 3601 SW 17th St., Topeka, KS 66604, Midland Care Hospice, 200 SW Frazier Cr., Topeka, KS 66606 or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital , 262 Danny Thomas Pl., Memphis, TN 38105. To leave a message for the family online, please visit www.penwellgabeltopeka.com Penwell-Gabel Funeral Homes Mid-Town Chapel Topeka, KS Published in The News Star on August 20, 2012

Louis M. Luplow, 90 Louis M. Luplow of West Monroe, retired law enforcement, died Sunday. Services are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

ElliotMarcus, 51 HILTON HEAD, S.C. — Elliot Marcus, an engineer, died Aug. 10. A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at Congregation B'nai Israel, Monroe. Visitation will be after the service at the home of his parents,Don and Phyllis Marcus.

Edis E. McCalmon, 88 EPPS — Edis McCalmon died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under direction of Cox Funeral Home of Delhi.

Berry Calvin Meadows, Jr., 89 Berry Calvin Meadows, Jr. of Monroe, a dog trainer, died Friday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Monday at Providence Memorial Park, Lake Providence, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Guy, Donovan: 11 a.m. Monday, New Oakwood Cemetery, Tallulah, Grimble, Maxine: 1 p.m. Tuesday, Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Harkness, Opal McCrary: l0 a.m. Monday, Carter Cemetery. Martin, Willie: 2 p.m. Monday, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

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

Louis Martin Luplow Funeral services for Louis Martin Luplow, 90, will be held Wednesday, August 22, 2012 at Messiah Lutheran Church, 12:00 PM with Rev. Dale Farley officiating under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation will begin at 11:00 AM Wednesday at the church and continue until service time. Entombment will follow at Restland Memorial Park, Field of Honor, Dallas, TX. Louis was born on May 5, 1922, in Youngstown, Ohio and died at home on August 19, 2012. He was the son of Louis August and Bertha Vrgl Luplow and lived in Chicago, IL, during his adolescent years. He graduated from Lindbloom High School, Chicago, and enlisted in the United States Marine Corps on December 13, 1941. Louis was a dedicated Marine, serving in the Pacific, Wallice Islands, until his discharge from the Marine Corps on November 17, 1945. He forever lived by the motto, "once a Marine, always a Marine." Louis was employed by Frahm Motor Filters Company and Parchment Paper Company, Kalamazoo, MI, where he was a semi-pro baseball pitcher, until he joined the Kalamazoo Police Department in 1948. He received a Lawman of the Year Award and many other commendations. Following his retirement from the Kalamazoo Police Department in 1974, he served nine years as a U.S. Marshal in Kalamazoo and Portage, MI, and Police Chief for the City of Schoolcraft, MI. He relocated to Sarasota, FL in 1983, where he was a Security Officer for the Sarasota Public Library and several private companies. He relocated to West Monroe in January 2008. Survivors include partner, Doris Spyker; son, Martin Louis Luplow (Andrea) of Westminster, Maryland; stepdaughters Nancy (Rev. Dale) Farley of Monroe, and Connie (Don) Fazio of Overland Park, Kansas; ten step-grandchildren and ten step-great grandchildren of Texas, Illinois, Kansas, and Norway. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd, Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 21, 2012

Eddis Eugene McCalmon Sr Funeral services for Mr. Eddis E. McCalmon Sr., 89 of Epps will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday, August 23, 2012 in the chapel of Cox Funeral Home of Delhi with Rev. Alvin Stowe officiating. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Wednesday at Cox Funeral Home. Interment will be in the Herringville Baptist Cemetery in Monticello, LA. Mr. McCalmon passed away Saturday, August 18, 2012 at the Montgomery VA Medical Center in Jackson, MS. He served honorably in the United States Army during World War II where he spent the end of the war as a Prisoner of War in Germany. Mr. McCalmon is preceded in death by his parents, Clifton and Roxie McCalmon; one brother; four sisters; his loving wife Anna Lee; a daughter Denise; and two great grandchildren Rayanna & Briana. His survivors include one daughter, Brenda Hislop of Joplin, MO; four sons, Gary McCalmon and Bill McCalmon both of West Monroe, LA, Eddis E. McCalmon Jr. of Joplin, MO and Randy McCalmon of Epps, LA; sixteen grandchildren, fourteen great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren along with numerous nieces and nephews. Serving as pallbearers and honorary pallbearers will be Mr. McCalmon's grandsons. 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 August 21, 2012

Sam B. Adams, 76 Sam B. Adams of West Monroe, owner of Scott Truck LLC and Scott Idealease, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Emma Burrell, 65 Emma Burrell of Monroe, an education specialist, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe Ava F. Caraway, 88 KELLY — Ava F. Caraway, a retired sales clerk, died Monroe. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Rudolph M. Dozier Jr., 88 Rudolph Marion Dozier Jr. of Monroe, a retired insurance sales agent, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel, Monroe. Visitation is noon Wednesday until service time at the chapel. Arrangements are under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Roy L. Duchesne Sr., 68 RAYVILLE — Roy Lee Duchesne Sr., a carpenter, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 10 a.m. Tuesday until service time. Burial will be in Hebert Cemetery, Hebert.

Willie D. Grimble, 79 WINNSBORO — Willie D. Grimble, a retired business owner, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at First Zion Baptist Church. Burial will be in Sims Gethsemane Memorial Gardens under the direction of Richardson-Sims Funeral Home.

Eddis E. McCalmon Sr., 89 EPPS — Eddis E. McCalmon Sr., a farmer, veteran and POW, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Herringville Baptist Church Cemetery, Monticello.

Elizabeth Parker, 65 SIKES — Elizabeth Ann Parker, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at The Family Church, Winnfield. Visitation is 8 a.m. Tuesday at the church. Burial will be in Old Union Cemetery, Joyce, under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield.

Bea Randall, 89 Bea Randall of Monroe died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 12:30 p.m. Tuesday until service time. Burial will be in Henry Cemetery, Dubach.

Ted Richard Jr., 67 Ted Richard Jr. of Monroe, a supervisor, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

King Swayzer, 95 WINNSBORO — King "Sonny" Swayzer, a retired farmer, died Saturday. Services are noon Saturday at Holly Grove Baptist Church, Wisner. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Richardson and Sims Funeral Home.

Barbara J. Williams, 54 Barbara Jean "Babie" Smart Williams of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Grimble, Maxine: 1 p.m. Tuesday, Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Marcus, Elliot: 11 a.m. Thursday, Congregation B'nai Israel, Monroe.

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

Sam B. Adams Funeral services for Sam B. Adams will be Friday August 24, 2012 at 1:00 PM in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Rev. Jerry Linhares from Starkville, MS, officiating. Interment will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA. Visitation will be Thursday August 23, 2012 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the funeral home. Sam was born December 8, 1935 in Sun, LA, to the union of his parents, Sam Bernard Adams, Sr. and Vera Jenkins Adams. He passed away on Sunday, August 19, 2012 after a long illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Geraldine Adams, sister and brother-in-law, Ludelia and Malcomb Knight from Bogalusa, LA, sister Lorraine Wallace from Lake Jackson, TX, and brother-in-law, Edwin Tynes from Bogalusa, LA, and brother-in-law Marty Lane Campbell from Shreveport. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Nell Campbell Adams; daughter and son-in-law, Michelle and Jesse O. White and their children Adam and Austin; his son and daughter-in-law, Jeff and Lori Glawe Adams and their son Sean Michael; sister and brother-in-law, Nanetta and Ubert Terrell, Sun, LA; sister, Faye Tynes of Bogalusa; brother-in-law, Behrman Wallace, Lake Jackson, TX; sister-in-law, Frances Anne Parker Campbell, Shreveport, LA; and many nieces, nephews, and their families, and by a host of friends, neighbors and his business associates. Sam attended Tulane University and graduated from the University of Louisiana Lafayette. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force. He began his career with International Harvester Company then joined the Scott Truck and Tractor Company in Monroe over 43 years ago. Four years ago he and his family bought Scott Truck, LLC and Scott Idealease and continued to run a very successful company. Mr. Adams was Past President of the Deep South Equipment Dealers Association and served on the Salvation Army Board, Board of Scott Equipment Co. LLC, and Board of Thomas H. and Mamye P. Scott Foundation. Pallbearers will be Jesse O. White, Adam White, Jimmy Whitman, Ted Gibson, Rob Foster and Stan Huffty. Honorary Pallbearers will be Jim Bershen, Tom Scott, Robert Foster, Behrman Wallace, Ubert Terrell, K.D. Auger, Kenneth Jordan, Rick Snyder and Susan Hoffmann. Memorials may be made to the St. Vincent de Paul Pharmacy in Monroe, Louisiana Methodist Children's Home in Ruston, the United Way of Ouachita Parish or the charity of your choice . The family gives heartfelt appreciation to the medical care given by Dr. Mahmoud Khalil, Dr. Warren Daniel and to the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio, especially Dr. Jennifer Ramsey of the Clinic originally from Monroe, LA. Online Registry/ Condolence: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star from August 22 to August 24, 2012

Rudolph M. Dozier Jr. Funeral Services for Rudolph M. Dozier Jr. will be held Wednesday, August 22, 2012, at Mulhearn Memorial Gardens at 2:00 PM. Visitation will be from 12:00 PM until 2:00 PM under the direction of Cox Funeral Home. Rudy was born December 5, 1934, in Delhi, Louisiana, to the union of his parents, Rudolph M. Dozier Sr. D.D.S and Corinne Gunter Dozier. He went to be with our Lord on August 20, 2012. He spent his adolescent years in Delhi and graduated from Delhi High School in 1954. Following high school Rudy served two years in the United States Army where he was stationed in Germany. After returning from the military, Rudy made his career in insurance sales until his retirement in 1993 due to illness. Left to cherish his memory includes his wife, Lillian Albritton Dozier; two sons, Rudolph M. Dozier III (Jenny) and Ronald Dozier (Hannah); his grandchildren, Rudolph M. Dozier IV, Lillian Scott Dozier and Payton McKenna Dozier; one sister, Ann Dozier Thomas. Honorary pallbearers will be Stein Baughman Jr, Sonny Sumlin, Vince Tamburo and Sam Tornatore. 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 August 22, 2012

Felix "JR" Olen Eager, Jr Felix "JR" Olen Eager, Jr. passed away Monday, August 20, 2012. JR was born in Archibald, LA August 19, 1944 to Felix Olen Sr. and Kathleen Eager. He was the eldest of five brothers that held a strong and special bond. He was a graduate of Mangham High School. JR was married to LaWanna "Lou" Eager for 23 years; they celebrated on Sunday, August 19th. JR spent his adult life in Ney York and Louisiana. He has been a resident of Sterlington, LA for the past 13 years. JR was a confessed and practicing Christian. He loved and lived for God, his family and friends. His passions were taking an active role in his church, community involvement, and reaching out to help others. He especially loved spending time cooking and working with others at the Monroe Rescue Mission along with his wife and children. A family man to the core, he spent each year anticipating the annual family reunion held each July 4th at his youngest brother, Randy's home. A perfect day for JR would be spent with his wife, Lou searching for treasures at garage sales and bargains at pawn shops followed by dining at the waffle house. He is survived his wife of 23 years, LaWanna "Lou" Eager; mother, Kathleen Eager; children, LaDon Gaines, Tiffany Eager, Monica Eager, Jordan Eager and wife, Callissa, and Brandon Eager; grandchild, Chloe Eager; brothers, William "Bill" Eager and wife, Cindy, Michael "Mike" Eager and wife, Mona, Bobby Eager and wife, Deborah, and Randy Eager and wife, Lisa; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews; special friend, Doug Wilkerson; and special pets, Moe, Bean, and Sweetie Pie. Pallbearers are Jordan Eager, Brandon Eager, Ryan Eager, Todd Hughes, John Bradshaw, and Tommy Bradshaw. Honorary pallbearers will be his brothers and friend, Doug Wilkerson. Services will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, August 23, 2012 at the Rayville First Assembly of God. Burial following in Lynn Cemetery in Archibald, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. Visitation will be held Wednesday, August 22nd, 5:30 PM until 9:00 PM at Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. To leave condolences for the family go to brownholleyfuneralhomes.com Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on August 22, 2012

Rev. Doyle Lynn McManus Funeral Services for Rev. Doyle Lynn McManus, 61, of Eros, LA will be held 10:00 AM Thursday, August 23, 2012 at Greater Apostolic Church , Chatham with Rev. Huey P. White, Rev. Jimmy Fletcher, and Rev. Lindy Brown officiating. Interment will be held in the Greater Apostolic Church Cemetery, Chatham. Brother Doyle was born on February 17, 1951 in Eros, LA and passed away on August 20, 2012 in West Monroe, LA. He is retired from Centurytel as a Plant Technician. Brother Doyle was the founder of the Greater Apostolic Church in Chatham. He loved his family, church, hunting, and gardening. He is preceded in death by his parents, Vernie and Rev. A.P. McManus; brother, Jack Junior McManus; and nephew, Shane Tolar. Survivors include his wife of 38 years, Judy White McManus; daughter, LeCretia Robinson and husband, Larry; son, Colby McManus; grandchildren, Katelynn McManus, and Trey Robinson; eight sisters, Emily Fields and husband, Charles of Eros, LA, Mary Ramsey of West Monroe, LA, Kathryn Chambless and husband, Alton of DeWitt, AR, Juanita Brown of Dubach, LA, Becky Tolar and husband, Freddy of Chatham, LA, Debra Newman and husband, Kerry of Chatham, LA, Sue Causey of Jonesboro, LA, and Kim McGee of Dubach, LA; brother, David McManus and wife, Bernice of Chatham, LA; and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends. Pallbearers will be Greg McManus, Freddy Tolar, Craig Parker, Zach Parker, Earl Stuckey, Shawn Malone, Lin Franklin, Trevor Tolbert and Kevin McManus. Honorary Pallbearers will be Brethren's of the church. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Greater Apostolic Church, Chatham. Memorials may be made to the Greater Apostolic Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 22, 2012

Joe Reeves Funeral services for Mr. Joe Reeves, age 81, of Bernice, LA, will be held at 10:00 AM, Friday, August 24, 2012, at Evergreen Baptist Church of Bernice. Officiating will be Bro. Francis Smith and Bro. Wayne Sistrunk. Interment will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Bernice, LA., under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of Farmerville. Mr. Reeves was born on August 31, 1930 in Bernice, LA, and passed away on August 21, 2012 at his residence in Bernice, LA. He was a member of Evergreen Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife Nettie Reeves and son Curtis Reeves. He is survived by his son: Tony Reeves and wife Connie of Hico, LA; daughter, Jo Sharon Herring and husband Mike of Bernice, LA; Lois Wade and husband Michael of Farmerville, LA; Ramona Smith and husband Lewis of Silvis, IL; grandchildren: Lisa Freeman, Cynthia Worsham, Kristina Davis, Katie Jo Popwell, Krystal Achee, Joseph Reeves, Matthew Abercrombie, Logan Reeves, Jacob Abercrombie, and Kaleb Reeves; sister, Daisy Swanner of Conroe, TX; and ten great-grandchildren. Pallbearers are Glynn and Jeff Funderburk, Andy Tipton, Mike Reeves, Marion Cook, and Roger Simpson. Honorary pallbearers are Lance Popwell, and Billy Davis. Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 23, 2012, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Evergreen Baptist Church in Bernice. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on August 22, 2012

Charles Tichenor Charles Tichenor departed this life peacefully into God's hands surrounded by his family on August 17, 2012. He was born in Roanoke, Virginia on February 17, 1924. He joined the Navy on February 12, 1943 and patrolled the Asiatic Pacific Area aboard the USS Allen DD-66 as a Sonarman Second Class until he was honorably discharged on March 20, 1946. He and Elizabeth were married on July 29, 1945 and settled in Jonesboro, La after his tour of duty ended with the Navy. In 1978 they moved to Monroe, LA and remained there until 2009 when they moved to Baton Rouge to be near their son Jerry. He is preceded in death by his oldest son Don W. Tichenor, and his parents and siblings. He is survived by his wife Elizabeth of 67 years, son Jerry and wife Laurie of Baton Rouge, son Terry and wife Nancy of Santa Fe, Texas, three grandchildren, Allison, Wes, and Stuart Tichenor, great grandchildren Gracie, Wesley, Jackson, and James Tichenor, and a host of nieces and nephews. A memorial service was held on Sunday, August 19, 2012 at Parkview Baptist Church with Reverend Erby Burgess officiating. Inurnment and graveside services will be at Mt. Lebanon Cemetery in Bienville Parish at a later date. A very special and heart felt "Thank You" to Linda Carter whose aid and assistance to Charles & Elizabeth during their later years in Monroe was immeasurable. Also, special thanks to their good friends who were always there for them. Remembrances may be left at www.oursofh.com Ourso Funeral Home Gonzales, LA Published in The News Star on August 22, 2012

Ava F. Caraway, 88 KELLY — Ava "Vernice" Franklin Caraway, a Red Cross Drugs employee, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Harris Chapel Cemetery, Olla.

Margaret Carter, 95 DELHI — Margaret Carter, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Dunn Church of God, Dunn. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Cox Funeral Home. Burial will be at McKnight Cemetery, Holly Ridge.

Rudolph M. Dozier Jr., 77 Rudolph Marion Dozier Jr. of Monroe, a retired insurance sales agent, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel, Monroe. Visitation is noon Wednesday until service time. Burial will be at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

John R. Hogard Sr., 78 John Russell Hogard Sr., a maintenance mechanic, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Virgil Johnson, 61 Virgil Johnson of West Monroe, a Graphics Packaging employee, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Frantom Chapel Cemetery, West Monroe.

Louis M. Luplow, 90 Louis Martin Luplow of West Monroe, a retired chief of police, died Sunday. Services are noon Wednesday at Messiah Lutheran Church, Monroe. Visitation is 11 a.m. Wednesday until service time at the church. Burial will be at Restland Memorial Park, Field of Honor Columbarium, Dallas, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Darbie D. Tolar, 78 JONESBORO — Darbie D. Tolar of Quitman, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 10:30 a.m. Friday at Ebenezer Cemetery. Visitation is 4-9 p.m. Thursday at Edmonds Funeral Home.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Grimble, Willie D.: 2 p.m. Thursday, First Zion Baptist Church. Marcus, Elliot: 11 a.m. Thursday, Congregation B'nai Israel, Monroe. McCalmon Sr., Eddis E.: 11 a.m. Thursday, Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Swayzer, King "Sonny": noon Saturday, Holly Grove Baptist Church, Wisner.

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

Forrest Allen Goins Funeral services for Forrest Allen Goins, age 75 of Hebert, LA will be held 2:00PM Thursday from the sanctuary of Bethany Baptist Church with the Rev. Billy Lane McClanahan and Rev. Brian Rankin officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery under direction of Riser Funeral Home of Columbia. Visitation will be on Wednesday August 22, 2012 at the Bethany Baptist Church located at 1740 Highway 133, Hebert, LA from 5pm until 9pm, and again on Thursday from 9am until time of service. Forrest Allen Goins was born on August 12, 1937 at Singer,LA ; to the union of his parents Forrest Goins and Alberta Nelson Goins. He passed from this life on Tuesday August 21, 2012 at the Glenwood Regional Medical Center in West Monroe. Forrest was preceded in death by his parents, by two wives, Katherine Land Goins and Annie VaLois McClanahan Goins; two brothers, Vernon Goins and Jim Goins, and a nephew, Kenneth Poole. Forrest was a member of the Bethany Baptist Church, a devoted member of the Columbia Chapter of the Masonic Lodge, and the Columbia Chapter of the Order of Eastern Star. He retired as a Senior Tool Pusher with Reading & Bates Oil and Gas Exploration. Forrest was a devoted husband, loving father, caring brother, and his grandchildren were the light of his life. His family, who will forever cherish his memory, include his beloved wife Ruth Dannehl Goins of Hebert; five daughters, Darlene Reynolds and husband Roy of Hebert, Pam Phillips and husband Rick of Hebert, Debbie Cole and husband Burtman, of Oberlin, Trudi Babcock and husband Richard of China Grove, NC, and Tresa Walker of Hebert; two sons: Shane McClanahan and wife Tiffany of Slidell, and Dustin McClanahan of Columbia, LA. He is also survived by two brothers, Rodney Goins of DeQuincy, LA; and Brian Goins and wife Cecelia of Lumberton, Texas, and his sister Lucille Poole of Singer, LA. His grandchildren include, Stacy Reynolds, Candace Norris, Derrick Phillips, Kaci Maxey, Kari Briscoe, Derek Cole, Erica Herrin, Lauten Walsworth, Shelby Walker, Damian Walsworth, Jonathan McClanahan, Tiffany MCClanahan, Landon McClanahan, Natalie McClanahan, and Katelynn McClanahan, and nineteen great-grandchildren. Pallbearers include Stacy Reynolds, Derek Cole, Derrick Phillips, Lauten Walsworth, Jonathan McClanahan, and Joshua Reynolds. Honorary pallbearers will be Hunter Beckley, Smitty Smith, and Harris Clark. Online registry/condolences:riserfuneralhomes.com Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA (318)649-2311 Published in The News Star on August 23, 2012

John Russell Hogard, Sr. My grandfather, John Russell Hogard, Sr., will always be the best man I have ever known. He was born on March 4, 1934 in Mound City, Il, the oldest of 5 children to Woodrow and Dorothy Hogard and passed away on August 21, 2012 at home in West Monroe surrounded by his wife and children. He met the love of his life, Priscilla, while attending Ouachita High School. On February 8, 1954, they "borrowed" her father's truck, ran off to Vicksburg, MS and eloped. While most young marriages do not last, theirs stood the test of time. Three children shortly followed. He was always a hard worker and did whatever was needed to support his family. He was a Maintenance Mechanist at Gaylord Bag for 36 years. He had an amazing ability to be able to fix anything. He enjoyed working in his garden, woodworking in his shop, fishing, hunting, traveling and checkers, but the most important thing to him was always family. He is survived by his wife, Priscilla, son and daughter-in-law, John Russell, Jr. and Marsha Hogard, daughter and son-in-law Barbara and Doyle Rice, son and daughter-in-law, Phillip and Virgina Hogard, sisters, Barbara Hobgood and Faye Clark, brothers, Woodrow and Gerald, grandchildren, Lyndi Meyers, Dixie Hogard, Rainey Evans, Jason Hogard, John Russell Hogard III and Zachary Hogard, and numerous great-grandchildren. He will always be in our hearts, remembered and loved forever. Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 23, 2012

Virgil Johnson Funeral services for Virgil Johnson 61 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, August 23, 2012 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Rev. David Mixon and Rev. Jesse Truitt will be officiating. Interment will follow at Frantom Chapel Cemetery, West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mr. Johnson was born August 23, 1950 in Monroe, LA and passed away August 21, 2012 in West Monroe, LA. He was a refinery operator at Graphic Packaging for 42 years. Mr. Johnson attended Apostolic Church in West Monroe for many years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Sarah Johnson, a brother, Jackie Johnson and a sister Virginia Dowd. He is survived by a son, Josh Johnson; sister, Juanita Sexton; brothers, Douglas Johnson and wife Mary Beth and Danny Johnson and wife Elisabeth; aunt, Lavern Carter, special nephew, Tony Dowd, and a number of nieces and nephews, cousins, and special friends. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 23, 2012

James "Travis" Lockwood Funeral services for James "Travis" Lockwood, 81, of Farmerville will be 11:00am Friday, August 24th at Beulah Baptist Church with Bro. Kevin Daniels and Bro. Gary Canterberry officiating. Burial will follow in Beulah Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home. Mr. Lockwood went to be with the Lord August 22, 2012. He passed away at home, surrounded by his loving family, following a brief but courageous battle with cancer. He was a U. S. Army Veteran having served in the Korean War, a retired equipment operator with the State DOTD and a member of Beulah Baptist Church. He was a loving husband, father, "Paw" to all his grandchildren and a friend to all who knew him. He will be greatly missed. He was preceded in death by his parents: Joe & Mary Lockwood; 6 brothers: Marvin, Raymond, Willard, Don and 2 infant brothers; 3 sisters: Ethel Brasher, Gladys Hayes and Clemmie Johnson. Survivors are his wife of 57 years, Doris B. Lockwood; 1 daughter: Rene' Smithwick & husband, Glenn; 1 son: Barry Lockwood & wife, Cherry; 5 grandchildren: Jamie, Carmen, Chris, Kevin and Carsen; 7 great grandchildren: Stormy, Breonna, Cole, Keith, Ericka, Wesley and Cheyenne; 1 brother: Guy Lockwood; 2 sisters: Izola Johnson & husband, Raymond and Louise Ginn & husband, Zeb; 2 sisters-in-law: Barbara Lockwood and Jerri Lockwood; special niece: Robyn Taylor and numerous other relatives. Pallbearers are Alex Mauro, Tracy Ginn, Gary Johnson, Ray Lockwood, Royce Lockwood and Steven Johnson. Honorary pallbearers are the members of the VFW Local Chapter # 5442. Visitation is 5:00-8:00pm Thursday at Beulah Baptist Church and again Friday 9:00am till service time at the church. Online messages for the family may be left at farrarfh.com. Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville Published in The News Star on August 23, 2012

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

Bernice Watson Black Bernice Watson Black passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 22nd, in Tomball, Tx.. She and her husband of 50 years, Johnie Black, lived in Minden, La. for 45 years where Bernice managed Payless Shoes. She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Dan and Lillie Watson of Columbia, La., her husband Johnie L. Black, and loving daughter Mae Welch Adams. She is survived by her daughter, Peggy Paul (Bill), Grand children Tammy Adams Jordan, Randy Adams (Pam), and Michelle Paul Hicks. Great Grand Children Michael Jordan (Aaron), Matthew Jordan, Tanner Adams, Erica Broussard, Jayla Guerrero, and Mallory Rice, brother Buddy Watson and sister Daisy Bass. Visitation will be at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe, La. on Saturday from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM. Graveside services at 1:00 PM Welcome Home Cemetery in Grayson, La. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 24, 2012

Margaret Elizabeth Bond Ms. Bond, a dedicated Registered Dietician for the Louisiana State Department of Health for over 40 years, died Sunday, August 19, 2012, at the age of 91. She was preceded in death by parents, Tainey and Dora Bond and brother W. Elder Bond of Jonesboro. Survived by her nephew W. E. "Tommy" Bond, Jr., his wife Elaine, their four children David (Anita) Bond, Troy Bond, Tess (Ricardo) Rodriguez and Walter (Bridget) Bond. Also survived by Tommy and Elaine's 14 grandchildren: Allie, Andrew, Mollie, Ashley (John) Spivey, Annie, Calvin, Jenny, Harrison, Maxwell, and Betsy Bond along with Bond, Coco, Ana Luisa and Walter Rodriguez. She was born in Jonesboro and graduated from Louisiana Tech University. She was a faithful servant and will be dearly missed. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating in her name to the United Methodist Church or your favorite charity . Visitation will be at Edmonds Funeral Home in Jonesboro on Saturday, August 25, 2012 from 9:30 - 11:30 am and services will be held at 1:00 pm at United Methodist Church in Jonesboro. Published in The News Star on August 24, 2012

Jonathan Brian (J.B.) Cohen A private memorial service for Jonathan Brian (J.B.) Cohen, age 46 of St, Louis, MO, will be held at the Rosena Chapel at the Jewish Cemetery in Monroe, LA, on Sunday, August 26, 2012. Visitation will be at the home of his parents, Melvin and Nanette Cohen, Monroe, LA, from 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM on Saturday, August 25, 2012. Jonathan was born October 19, 1965 in Terre Haute, IN, and passed away August 20, 2012, in St. Louis, MO. He was a graduate of River Oaks High School and the University of Louisiana at Monroe. He graduated from St. Louis University with a masters in social work degree. Upon his graduation from St. Louis University, Jonathan was named Outstanding Social Work Student of the Year. He practiced as a licensed social worker in St. Louis. His social work career centered on assisting abused children and homeless veterans. Jonathan was an avid sportsman and volunteered at local animal shelters. He also enjoyed being with his friends in Prairie du Rocher, IL. Jonathan Cohan is survived by his parents, Melvin and Nanette Cohen; brother and sister in law, Jason and Amy Cohen; sister and brother in law, Amy and Brian Katz; nephews, Taylor and Grayson Cohen; niece Samantha Rose Cohen; and special dear friend Sue Narrow and her daughter Rachelle Narrow. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the American Heart Association , Temple B'Nai Israel, or the charity of your choice . Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 24, 2012

Morlen Glass Morlen Glass passed away on August 18, 2012 in Fort Worth, Texas, Services will be on Saturday, August 25, 2012 at 12:00 noon at Garden Valley Baptist Church, 2241 Hwy 849, Columbia, LA 71418. Burial will be in Garden Valley Cemetery, Columbia, LA 71418. Surviors: Linda Glass(wife), Rasheeda Cole, Andrea Cole, April Johnson(daughters), Billy Ray Cole(stepson), George Bradley(brother)a host of other relatives and friends. Services provided by Serenity Funerals & Cremations, 4725 Vermont Avenue, Fort Worth, Texas, 76115. (817)207-0086 Published in The News Star on August 24, 2012

Evelyn Joyce Gwin Funeral services for Evelyn Joyce Gwin, 73, of Epps, LA will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, August 24, 2012 at Midway Baptist Church, Holly Ridge, LA with Bro. Alvin Stowe and Bro. Glen Collins officiating. Burial will follow in the Greer Cemetery, Rayville, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. Evelyn was born November 15, 1938 in Rayville, LA and passed away Wednesday, August 22, 2012 after a lengthy illness. Mrs. Evelyn was a member of Midway Baptist Church for over fifty years. She is preceded in death by her parents, Luther, Sr. and Zella Mae Stowe; sister, Ann Rigsby; and brothers, Luther Stowe, Jr., Alfred Stowe, Calvin Stowe, and Willard Stowe. Survivors include her husband of 54 years, Bobby Sam Gwin of Epps, LA; children, Bo Gwin and wife, Sharon of Epps, LA, Kelly Gwin and wife, Jeanine of Rayville, LA, Scott Gwin of Columbia, LA, and Lori Kellogg and husband, Mike of Benton, AR; grandchildren, Jessica Gwin, Nic Gwin, Callee Blanchard and husband, Andrew, Kelsey Gwin, Brandon Gwin, Bryan Gwin, Justin Gwin, Seth Gwin, Blake Kellogg, and Cole Kellogg; great grandchildren, Hayden Gwin, Kensley Gwin, and Phillip Blanchard; sister, Dorothy Dove; brothers, Wayne Stowe, Alvin Stowe, and Bobby Stowe; and a host of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers are Luke Stowe, Eric Silk, Bryan Gwin, Brandon Gwin, Kevin Dove, and Scott Dove. Visitation is 12:30 p.m. until 2:00 p.m., Friday at Midway Baptist Church, Holly Ridge, LA. To leave condolences for the family go to brownholleyfuneralhomes.com Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on August 24, 2012

In Loving Memory of E. Steve Joiner 02-09-1927 - 08-24-2009 Oh I wish Heaven had a phone so I could hear your voice and that special laugh again. I thought of you this morning nothing new, I thought of you yesterday and everyday and night before that too. I think of you in silence, yet I often call your name. All I have are memories and a picture in a frame. Your memory will be a keepsake. I will never part from it. God now has you safely in His arms, but I will always have you in my heart. I love and miss you always. Your wife, Dalles Published in The News Star on August 24, 2012

Benjamin Fred Lovelady Funeral service for Mr. Fred Lovelady of West Monroe will be held at 3:00 p.m., Saturday, August 25, 2012 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Reverend Newton "Bo" Horne, Reverend Johnny Hankins, Reverend Stuart Sherman and Bro. Ray Jones will be officiating. Interment to follow at Walnut Grove Cemetery, West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Benjamin Fred Lovelady, 100, was born December 24, 1911 and went to his heavenly home on August 22, 2012 at his daughter's home. He was a lifelong resident of West Monroe, LA. Throughout his life he was an avid hunter and fisherman and was retired from Olinkraft. Mr. Lovelady loved Southern Gospel and Bluegrass music. He was a charter member of Woodlawn United Methodist Church and he was a member of the West Monroe Senior Center. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dolphus and Nancy Hudson Lovelady, his wife, Musette Berry Lovelady, son, Bobby Lovelady, an infant son, five sisters, Orlene Berry, Sadie Frith, Blanche Barrett , Minnie Underwood and Cordie Mae Lovelady and two brothers, Hardy and Travis Lovelady. Mr. Lovelady is survived by two daughters, Beverly Morehead and husband Gerald, Evelyn Bush and the late John Bush, one son, Freddy Lovelady and one sister, Sybil Pace; grandchildren, Cheryl Bell, Pam Hankins, Scotty Morehead, Sheila Russell, Randy Bush, Rhonda Powell Clark, and Kim Graham; six great-grandchildren, four great-great grandchildren and several step-great and great-great grandchildren along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the organization of your choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 24, 2012

Morgan Bryan Smith, Jr. Morgan Bryan Smith, Jr. of Portland, OR, departed this life Sunday, August 19, 2012 following an extended illness in his recovery from hip surgery. His journey to his Lord and Savior is complete. Graveside service will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 25, 2012, at the Hamilton Cemetery in Dubach, LA, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. He is preceded in death by his mother, Mary Fae Colvin Smith; father, Morgan Bryan Smith, Sr; and step-mother, Lois Annie Herreth Barlow Smith; wife Barbie Spence Smith; and his step-sister Marilyn Barlow Brown of Bay City, TX. His maternal grandparents were William Andrew (Uncle Andy) Colvin and Flora Woodman Platt Colvin of Dubach, LA. His paternal grandparents were William Henry Smith and Emma Smith of Jena, LA. He is survived by his brother William Don Smith and his step-brother and sister-in-law Mr. & Mrs. Joel Barlow of Tomball, TX. He is also survived by many cousins in the north Louisiana and LaSalle Parish. Bryan was born September 10, 1946 in Ruston, LA. As a youth he was raised in Dubach, LA; Lake Jackson, TX; Brazoria, TX and Monroe, LA. He graduated from Ouachita Parish High School in 1966. He attended Northeast University in Monroe, LA, and received his Bachelor's degree. Mr. Smith also attended the University of Houston where he took graduate courses in the School of Social Work. As a young man, Bryan worked as a teacher of Special Education with the Brazosport ISD and as a police officer with the Lake Jackson Police Department in the 1970's and 1980's. After a brief move to Houston, TX, where he worked with the Salvation Army and had a private counseling practice, he settled in Portland, OR where he has lived for the past 20 + years. Bryan truly enjoyed his life in the Northwest and loved the Portland area. He often enjoyed trips to the coast and train trips to Seattle and Vancouver. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Friday, 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 August 24, 2012

Floyd "Bay" Temple, Sr. Funeral services for Mr. Floyd "Bay" Temple, Sr., age 81 of Urania, will be held at 2 PM Sunday, August 12, 2012 from the sanctuary of Olla Pentecostal Church in Olla, LA with Bro. Jonathan Crist officiating and Bro. Clay Hutto delivering the eulogy. Interment will follow in Urania Cemetery in Urania, LA. Visitation will be Saturday evening, August 11, 2012, at Olla Pentecostal Church from 5 PM to 9 PM. Mr. Temple was born on June 11, 1931 in Winnsboro, LA to the union of Mack C. Temple and Dora Walters Temple and passed from this life on Wednesday, August 8, 2012 at LaSalle Nursing Center in Jena, LA. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 52 years, Nettie Marie Kerrigan Temple and his brothers: Aubrey Temple, Willard Temple, Olin Temple, Earl Temple and his twin, Lloyd "Cooter" Temple. Survivors include his three sons: Floyd Temple, Jr. and wife, Debbie of Tullos, Glen Edward Temple and wife, Gladys of Tullos and Ronnie Joel Temple and wife, Sheila of Olla; daughter, Velma Joyce Joiner and husband, Allen of Urania; brother, E.J. Temple and wife, Wrethel of Winnsboro; sister, Tennie Tomlin of Oregon; seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Donnie Taylor, Hodge Sullivan, Cody Sullivan, Greg Bassett, John Meredith, Dewayne Ewing and Michael Walters. Honorary pallbearers will be grandsons: Matt Joiner, Joe Temple, Josh Temple, Jacob Temple and Zack Dickey. Online condolences may be made at www.riserfuneralhomes.com. Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Published in The News Star on August 24, 2012

Sam B. Adams, 76 Sam B. Adams of West Monroe, owner of Scott Truck LLC and Scott Idealease, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is noon Friday until service time. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Carrie Brown, 90 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Carrie Marie Brown, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at North Star Metropolitan Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Brannum Funeral Home. Burial will be in Gaither Memorial Cemetery.

Virgil Davis, 93 JONESBORO — Virgil Davis, a machinist, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Hodge United Pentecostal Church, Hodge. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Gayla Traina Cemetery under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home.

Hattie Dunaway, 79 OLLA — Hattie Dunaway, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Ogden Cemetery, Liddieville. Visitation is noon until 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Evelyn J. Gwin, 73 EPPS — Evelyn J. Gwin, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Midway Baptist Church, Holly Ridge. Visitation is 12:30 p.m. Friday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Greer Cemetery under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Bill G. Halley, 81 FARMERVILLE — Bill G. Halley, a timber man, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Antioch Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Ollie M. Jones, 92 KELLER, Texas — Ollie M. Jones, formerly of Delhi, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Freddie Mae Linder, 68 DOWNSVILLE — Freddie Mae Linder, supply supervisor for State Farm, died Wednesday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Aulds Chapel Bible Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Pleasant Valley.

Johnny Littleton, 57 CHICAGO — Johnny Littleton, formerly of Rayville, a truck driver, died Friday. Services are noon Saturday at Holly Ridge Baptist Church, Holly Ridge. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Daisie T. Livingston, 84 DOWNSVILLE — Daisie T. Livingston, a retired inspector with Texas Instruments, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Mount Ararat Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

James T. Lockwood, 81 FARMERVILLE — James Travis Lockwood, a retired equipment operator with Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Beulah Baptist Church, Farmerville. Visitation is 9 a.m. Friday until service time at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home.

Elizabeth Seacrist, 77 RUSTON — Elizabeth Seacrist died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Mount Lookout Baptist Church, West Virginia. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in the Mount Lookout Cemetery, West Virginia.

Patricia T. Shields, 59 CHURCH POINT — Patricia Tipton-Shields, a laborer, died Aug. 15. Memorial services are noon Sunday at New Life Assembly, Port Barre. Arrangements are under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Donald Williamson, 64 MORGAN CITY — Donald Wayne "Bull" Williamson, a truck driver, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in Red Wing Cemetery, near Oak Grove.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Burrell, Emma: 10 a.m. Saturday, Bethel Baptist Church, Monroe. Caldwell, Vernetta "Hope" Wilson: 11 a.m. Saturday, True Vine Baptist Church. Dantzler, Curtis: 1 p.m. Saturday, Morehouse Association Building, Bastrop. Deburr, Virginia: 11 a.m. Saturday, New Daughters of Zion Baptist Church, West Monroe.Dixon, Ella: 11 a.m. Saturday, Friendship Baptist Church, Monroe. James, Barbara Lucas: 11 a.m. Saturday, Union #2 Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Lee, Greg: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Timothy Baptist Church, Monroe. Lusk, Mary Ann: 10 a.m. Friday, Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville. Martin, Ernest J.: 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Morning Pilgrim Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Meadows Sr., Albert: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, First Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. McCurry, Elva Beatrice Henley: 10 a.m. Friday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Middlebrooks, Terry: 10 a.m. Friday, Oasis Church, Bastrop. Randolph, Rev. Claude: 11 a.m. Saturday, First Zion Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Reeves, Joe: 10 a.m. Friday, Evergreen Baptist Church, Bernice. Richard Jr., Ted: 11 a.m. Saturday, Piney Grove Baptist Church, West Monroe. Stewart, Mattie Garrett: 11 a.m. Saturday, Aims Well Baptist Church. Oak Ridge. Swayzer, King "Sonny": noon Saturday, Holly Grove Baptist Church, Wisner. Swinney, Lillie: 11 a.m. Saturday, New Morning Star Baptist Church, Bastrop. Tolar, Darbie: 10:30 a.m. Friday, Ebenezer Cemetery, Jonesboro.

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

Bill G. Halley Funeral services for Bill G. Halley, 81, of Farmerville will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, August 25, 2012, at Antioch Baptist Church with Reverends Paul Carter, Scott Jennings, Wilton Nolan and John Saunders officiating. Pallbearers will be Don Byrnes, David Byrnes, Danny Retherford, Brian Halley, Joe Albritton and Jay Knight. Honorary pallbearers will be Don Barron, John Faunders, George Henry Rogers, L.E. Pardue, John Dru Taylor and Charlie Rugg. Burial will follow at Antioch Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home. Mr. Halley died Thursday after a lengthy illness. He was born in Lafors Texas on August 27, 1930. In 1938, at the age of 7, this enterprising business man stacked his first half-pen of pulpwood which he cut with a bucksaw. Being the oldest boy of 10 children, the responsibility of having to help his father work in the wood business fell on him and became his livelihood throughout his life. In 1951, Bill played his first season with the Brooklyn Dodgers as a pitcher. After his final walk to the dugout in 1956, he simply swapped playing fields and walked into the wood business fulltime and eventually became one of the largest pulpwood producers in Union Parish. Mr. Halley also ventured into the restaurant business resulting in Bonanza Steak Houses and Popeyes Fried Chicken franchises in four states. He also went into the chicken growing business for ConAgra with his son, Kent, and in 1996, they had built a total of twelve houses which his son now owns and operates. On a more personal note, he was a lifelong member and supporter of Antioch Baptist Church. He dearly loved his church family. Mr. Halley was a 32nd degree mason and a member of the Barak Shrine Temple and Jesters. He was a well-respected man in his community and was known for his close family ties and sharing with others in times of need. He was preceded in death by his parents Claude and Flossie, Sister Claudie Mae an brothers Mick, Jake and Tony. Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Kent and Ann Halley of Farmerville, La., three daughters and sons-in-laws, Sharon and Larry Stewart of Farmerville, Teresa and Dr. Richard Willis of Calhoun, La and Debbie and Peter Branch of Farmerville, La. Three sisters, Dorothy Gilmore and Molly Sutton, both of Sterlington, LA and Nell Whitt of Dauphin Island, Alabama, nine grandchildren, Kenneth Halley, Jamey Halley, Amanda Tull, Von Albritton, Justin Albritton, Bo Willis, Dr. Kelley Sherling, Dr. Billy Branch and Christina Nguyen and nineteen grandchildren. He is also survived by his lifelong friend Mr. Don "The Boss" Barron and numerous nieces, nephews, brother and sister-in-laws. Special thanks to Ms. Janice Hector and Ms. Rene "Big Angel" Hausley of Farmerville, who were devoted to caring and ministering to our Dad during these last eight months. He dearly loved you. Also thanks to Dr. Kerry Anders and nurse, David Holloway, and staff of La. Hospice for their support and loving care during this time. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 25, 2012

Freddie S. Linder Funeral service for Mrs. Freddie S. Linder, 68 of Downsville, LA will be held at 2:30 p.m., Sunday August 26, 2012, at Aulds Chapel Bible Church, Downsville, LA. Rev. Mike Reynolds will be officiating. Interment will follow at Pleasant Valley Cemetery, Downsville under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Linder was born April 4, 1944 in Downsville, LA and passed away August 22, 2012 in Downsville. She loved her family, sports, playing softball with her church team and her sisters, playing bingo and fishing. She also enjoyed swapping stories at family reunions. Mrs. Linder was a member of Aulds Chapel Bible Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edwin; her parents, Doc and Palmer Spillers and a brother, Jackie Spillers. Mrs. Linder is survived by her son, Barry; granddaughter, Heather, her sisters Betty Ardis, Dorothy Howard, Brenda Jordan, and Penny Compton; her brothers, Robert, Billy, James, Joe and Timmy Spillers; numerous nephews, nieces and cousins. Pallbearers will be Matthew Beach, Greg and Andy Brown, Tony Ardis, Eric Jordan and James Spillers, Jr. Brothers will serve as honorary pallbearers. Visitation will be Saturday from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. In lieu of flowers memorials may be sent to Aulds Chapel Bible Church Building Fund. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhome.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 25, 2012

Dr. Howard Carlton McMillin Dr. Howard Carlton McMillin of Carthage, MS passed away peacefully on August 23, 2012, following a lengthy illness with his loving wife ,Shirley McMillin, by his side. A memorial service will be celebrated at the Carthage United Methodist Church at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 26th. Carlton, as he was known by his friends, was born in Louisville, MS, on October 18, 1929, to the late Burris William McMillin and Mattie Irene Chambliss McMillin. He was preceded in death by his infant daughter, Kerry Lee, his brother Bill, and his sister, Rebecca Tidwell. Carlton graduated from Louisville High School in 1948 and proceeded to East Central Junior College on a football scholarship. He graduated from East Central in 1950, and later received his undergraduate degree in Animal Science from Mississippi State University in 1952. Following two years of active duty in the United States Army, Carlton completed his education at the University Of Houston School Of Optometry, receiving his Doctorate of Optometry in 1958. While in Houston, Texas, Carlton was introduced to a beautiful young lady, Shirley Van Hooser, a native of Arcadia, Louisiana. After their first blind date and a whirlwind romance, Carlton married the love of his life on August 2, 1957. This precious couple enjoyed more than fifty-five wonderful years together. Carlton leaves behind his lovely wife Shirley, his daughter, Lisa Townsend, her husband, Bruce, of West Monroe, Louisiana, his son, David McMillin, his wife, Leesa, of Monroe, Louisiana. His five grandchildren include Laura, Eden, and Gabe Townsend and Brady and Cody McMillin. His great grandson is Brayden Townsend. Dr. McMillin established his optometric practice in Carthage in 1958. He enjoyed providing needed optometric services to the good people of Central Mississippi until his retirement in 1995. On many occasions, Papa, as his grandchildren called him, would gladly accept a basket of fresh vegetables or a "mess" of fish in exchange for his services. Having grown up in the Great Depression under sometimes difficult circumstances, he would never turn down a patient in need. Carlton had a unique gift of developing and maintaining life-long friendships with those that crossed his path in life. Several of his closest friends were high school and college football teammates at Louisville High School and East Central Junior College, where Carlton was a star on the gridiron. Though his college football career was cut short by a devastating knee injury, his friends and teammates nominated him for membership into the East Central Athletic Hall of Fame in 2010. This honor from his teammates was recognition most dear to him. Carlton was an avid and accomplished hunter, fisherman, and outdoorsman throughout his life. He made dear friends throughout the country who shared his love of hunting, breeding Redbone coon hounds, and his second "profession" as a breeder of exotic Simmental cattle. His grandchildren take humorous pride in the fact that their Papa was World Champion Coon Hunter in 1969. When Carlton retired from coon hunting, Shirley was finally able to decorate her lovely home with items other than hunting trophies. Dr. McMillin was unselfish with his talents and time. His numerous community, civic, and professional activities attest to his ability to lead and serve the citizens of Central Mississippi. He was a co-founder of Leake Academy, where he served twelve consecutive years on the Board of Directors. He also co-founded the Bank of Central Mississippi and the Leake County Little League Baseball Association. He was a past president of the Carthage Lions Club as well as the Leake County Jaycees. He served thirty seven years as a member of the Leake County Chamber of Commerce, and maintained a seat on the Mississippi State University Agricultural Advisory Council. He was a trustee with the American Redbone Coonhound Association and served as the treasurer for the Mississippi Simmental Association. Carlton enjoyed membership in the American, Mississippi, and Central Mississippi Optometric Associations. Additionally he treasured his membership in the Carthage United Methodist Church and its Friendship Sunday School Class. Carlton was a loving and supportive husband to his dear wife, an unwavering supporter and mentor to his children, and a grandfather who adored each of his grandchildren as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives. A man who rose from humble beginnings, he used his broad shoulders and great intellect to uplift and support all of us who loved, admired, and depended upon him. Pallbearers are: Johnny McMillin, Cham McMillin, O.D., Rodney McMillin, M.D., Jay McMillin, Paul McMillin, and Jonathan McMillin. Honorary pallbearers will be the members of the Friendship Sunday School Class. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Carthage United Methodist Church, 201 East Franklin Street, Carthage, MS, 39051; the Mississippi State Veterans Home, 310 Autumn Ridge Drive, Kosciusko, MS 39090; or River Oaks School Athletic Dept., 600 Finks Hideaway Road, Monroe, LA 71203. Wilcox Funeral Home Carthage, MS Published in The News Star from August 25 to August 26, 2012

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

Charles E. Froust Charles E. Froust, 75, of Baytown, Texas, was born August 23, 1936 in Mangham, LA and passed away August 10, 2012. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alvin and Mayola Froust; brother, James Alvin Froust; sister, Juanita "Penny" Gilmore. He is survived by his, Emilia Froust, son, Charles Froust, Jr., and daughter Becky Lundquist, of Baytown and daughter, Ola Mae Johnson and son, David W. Froust, both of Louisiana; brother and sister-in-law, James Edward and Annette Froust of Calhoun, LA. Post a tribute for the family, go to www.navarrefuneralhome.com Published in The News Star on August 26, 2012

Thomas Glynn Hemphill, Sr. Funeral services for Thomas Glynn Hemphill, Sr., 81, of Sterlington, will be held at 2:00 PM, Monday, August 27, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe, with Rev. Curtis Wilson officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park. Mr. Hemphill passed away August 24, 2012, at home. He was a Marine Corp veteran, serving in the Korean Conflict. He worked at Wintershall Gas Co. and retired in 1992. He owned and operated Hemphill Plant Farm in Sterlington. Mr. Hemphill was very active in the Sterlington community and contributed to numerous schools and projects. He was better known to his grandchildren as "Honey." Survivors include his wife of almost 59 years, Dora Hemphill; children, Jeff Hemphill of Sterlington; Glenda Bradford and husband, Scott of Sterlington; Deanna Eley and husband, Jimmy of West Monroe; Jennifer Yarbrough and husband, Jay of Sterlington; Thomas Glynn Hemphill, Jr. and wife, Robyn of Sterlington; Tony Hemphill and wife, Angela of Sterlington; 15 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; two sisters, Margie Price and Betty Rose Steakley; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be his grandsons. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM on Sunday, August 26, 2012. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital . Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 26, 2012

Dorothy J. Swanner Graveside service will be held at 10:00 AM, Monday August 27, 2012 at Ebenezer Baptist Church Cemetery, Chatham, LA with Rev. Larry Hibbard officiating. Services will be under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Swanner was born May 16, 1931 and passed away August 23, 2012. She was a homemaker and of the Baptist faith. She was preceded in death by her parents. Mrs. Swanner is survived by her husband of 52 years, Everett Swanner ; 2 sons, Richard Swanner and David Swanner and wife Connie; granddaughter, Brittany Swanner. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 26, 2012

Carl Mack Warren Carl Mack Warren, 68, of Archibald, LA was born December 4, 1943 to James "Slim" and Mary Warren and passed away Thursday, August 23, 2012 in Monroe, LA. Mr. Carl enjoyed spending time with his family. He loved watching his grandchildren playing sports and other activities they were involved in. He loved to work in the garden, fish, camping, and wood working. Mr. Carl enjoyed being outside rocking in his rocking chair and loved the outdoors. Survivors include his wife, Patricia Ann Warren of Archibald, LA; children, Ted Warren and wife, Janet of Archibald, LA, Carla Franks and husband, Kevin of Rayville, LA, and Tina Olivo and husband, Mike of Archibald, LA; 11-grandchildren and 8-great grandchildren; sister, Jeanette Dumas and husband, Jack of Mangham, LA; brother, Floyd Warren of Winnsboro, LA; and a host of nieces and nephews. The family will have a private memorial service at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the charity of your choice . To leave condolences for the family go to brownholleyfuneralhomes.com Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on August 26, 2012

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

Marie W. Kirk Funeral services for Marie W. Kirk, 88, of Monroe, LA, formerly of El Dorado, AR, will be held at 10:00 a a.m., Tuesday, August 28, 2012, at Parkview Baptist Church with Rev. Erby Burgess and Rev. Lanny Turner officiating. Interment will follow in Arlington Cemetery in El Dorado, AR at 3:00 p.m. Mrs. Kirk passed away Friday, August 24, 2012, in West Monroe. She was a faithful member of Parkview Baptist Church and formerly a devoted member of Second Baptist Church of El Dorado, AR. She retired as Head Teller from the National Bank of Commerce in El Dorado, AR. She loved her family and friends and was a prayer warrior. Mrs. Kirk was preceded in death by her father John H. Williams; her mother Minnie Mae Miller Williams; her infant brother, David Williams; and her husband Neil R. Kirk. Survivors include daughter Elizabeth Kirk Fulton and husband Lee of Monroe; son, David W. Kirk of San Antonio, TX; sisters Geraldine Crook of El Dorado, AR and Hazel Hayes of Conway, AR; granddaughters, Tara Mercer and husband John of Riverton, WY, Karen Howington and husband Dwain of West Monroe, LA, Kimberly Kirk, and Deborah Kirk; great-grandchildren, Caroline Howington, Connor Howington, Jessie Mercer, Jack Mercer, Olivia Mercer, William Mercer, Lacey Kirk, and Coleton Gorecke; great-great-granddaughters Emma Kirk and Lyla Hall; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to Parkview Baptist Church Senior Adult Ministry. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 27, 2012

Rebecca Lynn Bedenbender Waits Funeral Services for Rebecca Lynn Bedenbender Waits, 54, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, August 28, 2012 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Bro. Philip Bedenbender officiating. Interment will follow in the Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA. Rebecca was born on February 19, 1958 in Monroe, LA and passed away on August 25, 2012 in West Monroe, LA. She is preceded in death by her parents, Grover and Betty Bedenbender. Survivors include her husband, Larry G. Waits; children, Nicole Tolbert, Joseph Waits and Jennifer Waits; two grandchildren, Ryleigh and Ayden; brothers, John Crum, Stephen Bedenbender and Philip Bedenbender; numerous nieces, nephews, friends and her special dog, Katie. Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Monday, August 27, 2012, at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 27, 2012

Chere Battaglia, 87 CHATHAM — Chere Battaglia, a retired bookkeeper, died Sunday. Services are incomplete at this time under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Virginia Pearl Doughty, 72 RAYVILLE — Virginia Pearl Doughty, a retired teacher, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Rayville First Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Monday at the church. Burial will be in Rayville Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville.

Donnis Hardy Chambola Chavers, 75 Donnis Hardy Chambola Chavers of West Monroe, former manager of Twin City Vet Supply, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete at this time under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home.

Thomas Glynn Hemphill Sr., 81 Thomas Glynn Hemphill Sr., of Monroe, owner and operator of Hemphill Farms, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Michael Jackson ST. JOSEPH — Michael Jackson, a janitor, died Aug. 15. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Oneota Baptist Church, St. Joseph. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Newellton.

Moseley, Harry Edward, 82 RUSTON — Harry Edward Moseley, a retired chemistry professor, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Trinity United Methodist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 10 a.m. until the time of the service at the church. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Ruston, under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Ella Mae Neal, 60 Ella Mae Neal of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete at this time under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home.

Mozelle Bridges Warren, 84 CALHOUN — Mozelle Bridges Warren, a seamstress, died Friday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Roselawn Memory Gardens, Calhoun, under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Cindi Dumas Woodall, 52 ROCKY BRANCH — Cindi Dumas Woodall, a retired school bus driver with the Union Parish School Board, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Crossroads Baptist Church near Farmerville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Monday at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville, and noon until the time of the service Tuesday the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Blythe, Leah Marie: 10 a.m. Monday, First Baptist Church, Farmerville. Edmonds, Lisa Whisenant: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Brown Cemetery, Atlanta. Hanna, James N. "Jim": 11 a.m. Monday, First United Methodist Church, Winnfield. Hemphill, Thomas G.: 2 p.m. Monday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Jones, Ollie M.: 3 p.m. Saturday, Robinson Baptist Church, Dunn. Kirk, Marie: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Parkview Baptist Church, Monroe. Swanner, Dorothy J.: 10 a.m. Monday, Ebezener Baptist Church Cemetery, Chatham.

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

Chere Pearl Battaglia Funeral services for Chere Pearl Battaglia, 87, of Chatham, LA, will be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, August 30, 2012, at Mulhearn Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. R.C. Smith officiating. Interment will follow at Springhill Cemetery in Swartz, LA. Mrs. Battaglia passed away Sunday, August 26, 2012 at her residence. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Chatham. She was a blessing to her God-children, Marion and Marlon, and everyone she touched throughout her years. She loved being an artist and was extremely talented. Survivors include God-children, Marion and Marlon Peel; brother, Elmer Battaglia of Farmerville; step-daughters, Paulette Mixon and Becky Elder. Pallbearers will be Elmer Battaglia, Nolen Leach, Nathan Plunkett, Joel Sneed, Josh Henderson, and Daniel Hightower. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM until service time Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 28, 2012

Virginia Pearl Ware Doughty Virginia "Jenny" Ware Doughty, 72, of Rayville, passed away on August 25, 2012, following a lengthy illness. Jenny was born in Dehlco, Louisiana on February 3, 1940 to the late Ford Ware and Pearl Bruce Ware. She is preceded in death by her parents and brothers, Joseph Ware and Terry "Buddy" Ware. Jenny graduated from Rayville High School in 1958 and later received her undergraduate degree from Northeast Louisiana University in Education. She taught elementary school in Richland Parish and Riverfield Academy for over thirty (30) years, where she touched many lives with her love, humor, storytelling ability and Mexican fiestas. Jenny's greatest achievement and joy was raising her three (3) children: Terry, David and Dana. She poured herself into molding their lives and those of her seven (7) grandchildren. Proverbs 31:28 speaks of a godly woman and states that her children shall rise up and call her blessed. Her children were blessed to have her as a mother. Jenny was one of the most thoughtful, kind and considerate people around, sending words of encouragement, birthday cards and letters to her many friends. She is survived by her children, Terry Doughty and wife Annie of Rayville, David Doughty and wife Suzette of Rayville, and Dana Doughty Dixon and husband Jeff of Mer Rouge, and her seven (7) grandchildren, Lauren Doughty, Matt Doughty, Bradford Doughty, James Doughty, Caroline Doughty, Mary Margaret Dixon and Jon-Thomas Dixon. She is also survived by her brother Jim Ware and wife Carolyn. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, August 28th at First Baptist Church of Rayville, with Dr. Eddie Wren, Johnny Hoychick and James Doughty officiating. Interment will follow in Rayville Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Rayville. Pallbearers are Billy Ware, Jerry Ware, David Head, Lynn Copeland, Jimmy Hopson and O. G. Morris. Honorary Pallbearers are Ford Bruce Boughton, Joe Meeks and Laten Bridges. Memorials may be made to Riverfield Academy, 116 Wood Street, Rayville, LA 71269. Online condolences may be made at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on August 28, 2012

Lynn Thompson Funeral services for Mr. Lynn Thompson, 82 of West Monroe, will be held at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, August 29, 2012, in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Bro. David Carlisle will be officiating. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mr. Thompson was born Feb. 10, 1930 and passed away August 27, 2012. He was preceded in death by his parents; George W. Thompson, Sr. and Winfred Mae Thompson; daughter, Vicki Smith; son, Jimmy Thompson; granddaughter, Jamie Richmond; sister, Ann DeLano; brothers; George W. Thompson, Jr. and Vernon W. Thompson. He was a retired appliance repairman and painter. Mr. Thompson served proudly in the United States Navy aboard U.S.S. Columbus. Mr. Thompson is survived by his wife Gloria Thompson; grandchildren; Lisa Richardson and husband Beryl; great-granddaughter, Harlee and Taylor; brother, Derwood Thompson and wife Marilyn; sisters; Dorothy Bridges and husband Purvis and Theresa Ward; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation will be held Wednesday from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM time 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 August 28, 2012

Cindi Dumas Woodall Funeral services for Cindi Dumas Woodall, 52, of Farmerville will be 2:00pm Tuesday, August 28th at Cross Roads Baptist Church with Bro. Andy Johnson officiating. Burial will follow in Cross Roads Cemetery under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home. Mrs. Woodall, a retired school bus driver with the Union Parish School Board, died August 26, 2012. She was a member of Cross Roads Baptist Church and dearly loved spending time with her grandbabies and her cats. She enjoyed cooking and was known for her Christmas goodies. She was preceded in death by her father, Billy Dumas. Survivors are her mother, Patty Tucker Dumas; husband of 23 years, Keith Woodall; 1 son: Carey Brantley & wife, Nancy; 1 daughter: Heather Brantley Weaver & husband, Kent; 5 grandchildren: Emma Brantley, Kayla & Logan Weaver and Brooklyn & Bridget Tucker; and 1 sister: Janice Dumas White and husband, Randy all of Farmerville. Pallbearers are Randy White, Junior Woodall, Daniel Ebey, Joel Rhodes, Al Roberts and Aaron LaForge. Visitation will be Tuesday, noon until time of service at the church. Online messages for the family may be left at farrarfh.com. Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on August 28, 2012

Thomas Bryan, 91 RAYVILLE — Thomas Bryan died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Reagan Cemetery.

Marcus L. Ezell, 82 GILBERT — Marcus Louis Ezell, a hardware clerk, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at First Baptist Church. Burial will be in Oakley Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home.

Zella Franklin, 69 Zella Mae "Ruth" Franklin of Monroe, a certified nurse's assistant, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Antioch Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-5:30 p.m. Friday at Hester's Central State Funeral Home and 6-7:30 p.m. at Triumph Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Leland W. Kennimer, 82 CHOUDRANT — Leland W. Kennimer, a U.S. Navy veteran, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Pleasant Valley Cemetery, Downsville.

Rebecca Waits, 54 Rebecca Lynn Bedenbender Waits of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. Tuesday until service time. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Lenora Wallace, 69 Lenora Wallace of Monroe, a real estate property manager, died Sunday. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Other arrangements are incomplete.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Doughty, Virginia Pearl: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Rayville First Baptist Church. Edmonds, Lisa Whisenant: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Brown Cemetery, Atlanta. Jackson, Michael: 1 p.m. Wednesday, Oneota Baptist Church, St. Joseph. Jones, Ollie M.: 3 p.m. Saturday, Robinson Baptist Church, Dunn. Kirk, Marie: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Parkview Baptist Church, Monroe. Warren, Mozelle Bridges: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun, Woodall, Cindi Dumas: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Crossroads Baptist Church, near Farmerville.

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

Raoul P (RP or Pete) Becnel, Jr. Raoul P (RP or Pete) Becnel, Jr. died August 27, 2012 four days after his eighty ninth birthday in West Monroe, LA in the home of his caretakers, Pat and Gerald Walker. He was a native of Vacherie, LA but was a very long time resident of the Monroe area. He retired from GM-Guide. He is survived by his sister, Janet B. Williams and his half brother, James F. Becnel (Audrey). He was preceded in death by his parents, Raoul and Maude Bourgeois Becnel; his step-mother, Lorraine W. Becnel; his wife, Myrtle S. Becnel; his sister, Mildred B. Messina and Bernice McCreary a very dear friend. Per his wishes he donated his body to science LSU Medical School Shreveport. A memorial service may be held at a later date. Published in The News Star on August 29, 2012

Elmer Cuthbert Slagle Jr. Elmer Cuthbert Slagle Jr. passed away on August 20 in Dallas, TX after a long illness. Born in Monroe, LA on November 29, 1929, Mr. Slagle is survived by his daughter, Mary Morgan McAuliffe of Dallas, TX; sons, Charles C.W. "Whit" Slagle of Montgomery, AL and Elmer C. Slagle III of Lafayette, LA; Sisters Clarice Slagle Johns and Lee Slagle Pierson of Monroe; 8 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father Elmer Cuthbert Slagle, Sr. and mother, Anna Lee Wooten Slagle of Monroe. Mr. Slagle graduated from Culver Military Academy and Louisiana State University where he earned two degrees, worked as a graduate teaching assistant in Geology, and as an active member of Delta Kappa Epsilon fraternity, for which he also served as President. He was a lifelong member of the Episcopal Church and Ducks Unlimited. His professional memberships were Shreveport Geological Society, AAPG, Ark-La-Tex Association of Professional Landmen, Certified Petroleum Geologist, Division of Professional Affairs of AAPG, Society of Independent Professional Earth Scientists, and the Petroleum Club of Shreveport. During a long oil and gas career, he served as Chief Geologist and Consultant for several Louisiana- and Texas-based oil companies. His family and friends remember him as an expert outdoorsman with lifelong hobbies of duck hunting, fishing and tennis. Private memorial services will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made in Mr. Slagle's memory to Pearl Nordan Care Center of , Inc., 1234 Abrams Road, Dallas, TX. 75214 - Attn: Development Dept. Published in The News Star on August 29, 2012

Lenora Carso Wallace The rite of Christian burial for Lenora Carso Wallace will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, August 30, 2012 in the St. Matthew Catholic Church in Monroe, LA with Rev. Richard Norsworthy and Msgr Edmund Moore officiating. Burial will follow at St. Matthew Catholic Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA. Lenora died Sunday, August 26, 2012 following extended illness from surgery. She was born June 13, 1943 in Monroe, LA. She was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church and Phi Mu Sorority. She was preceded in death by her parents Joseph and Angelena Casamento Carso. Survivors: daughter, Renae and husband Micheal Maybee and grandson Edward Wallace Maybee; her brother, Samuel Joseph Corso; her sisters JoAnn Bass, Catherine and husband L. D. "Bud" Ray, Camille and husband Ken Sihler; her nephews, Kenneth Bass, Michael Bass; her nieces, Angela Quint and Allyson Ray and numerous great-nieces and nephews. Lenora graduated with the Neville High School Class of 1961. She attended Louisiana Tech University and ULM. She was co-owner of Russellville Livestock Auction in Russellville, KY, and a bookkeeper for Cattlemen's Livestock Auction, Harrison, AR, before returning to Monroe to be the property manager of Erwin Enterprises in 1994. Her friendly way with whomever she met touched people from all walks of life. Pallbearers will be Kenneth Bass, Michael Bass, L. D. "Bud" Ray, Ken Sihler, Dr. Robert Spatafora, Dr. Charles Sampagnaro, Allen Otts and Charles R. McCook. The family will receive friends and relatives from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM on Wednesday, August 29, 2012 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 29, 2012

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

Mary Donnis Hardy Chambola Chavers Donnis was born December 12, 1936 and passed away peacefully on August 26, 2012 at Glenwood Hospital in West Monroe. She was 75 years old. From the birth of her first granddaughter, she became "Nanny", and for the rest of her life, that is the name most people called her. She worked at the Twin City Vet Supply of West Monroe for more than 25 years. She enjoyed reading, quilting, planting flowers and bird-watching. She loved her family and spent all of her time with them. She is survived by one sister, Jean Burkett in Farmerville, 5 children- Amelia Cowart and husband, James; Mike Chambola and wife Suzette; Mary Jo Finley and husband Kenneth Sr.; Joey Chambola and wife Debbie; and Barbie Strickland and husband George; 14 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Clark and Minnie McDaniel Hardy of Rayville, four siblings, Bernice Gammill of Rayville, Mildred Idom of West Monroe, Jerrell Hardy of Rayville, and Bobby Hardy of Rayville. Pallbearers will be Kenneth Finley, Jr., Shane McMullen, Adam Chambola, Daniel Chambola, Jake Rodriguez and Daren Richey. Services for Donnis will be at 10:00 a.m., Friday August 31, 2012 at Fellowship Baptist Church in Columbia, LA under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Visitation will be Thursday from 5-8 p.m. at Griffin Funeral Home in West Monroe. Interment will follow services at the Fellowship Cemetery in Columbia ,LA. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.griffinfuneralhome.net. Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 30, 2012

Jack Ray Zeigler Funeral service for Jack Ray Zeigler, 88, of West Monroe will be held at 10:00 AM, Friday, August 31, 2012 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Rev. Tuck Roberts will be officiating. Interment will follow at Zeigler Cemetery Eros, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Jack Ray Zeigler was born March 14, 1924 to Arthur Hodge Zeigler and Annie Lee Zeigler in Eros, LA. Jack worked on the family farm and went to Eros High School and graduated in 1941. He came to West Monroe and worked for Brown Paper Mill and the U S Post Office. Later he worked at Montgomery Ward as furniture manager. Jack was a member of Ridge Avenue Baptist Church. He also sang with a Barbershop Quartet for many years and enjoyed singing. Jack was a good brother and man. The Lord took care of him when he was sick; now he will take care of Him every day. The legacy he leaves will be remembered by all. He is survived by two sisters; Helen Owen and Janet Burnett; brother Don Zeigler Sr.; and many nephews and nieces. Pallbearers will be Kenny Albritton, Kevin Albritton, Heath Albritton, Tim Zeigler, Don Zeigler, Jr. and Donald Zeigler, III. Visitation will be held Thursday 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 August 30, 2012

Chere Battaglia, 87 CHATHAM — Chere Battaglia, a retired bookkeeper, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Springhill Cemetery, Swartz.

Shirley Candiff, 63 MINNEAPOLIS — Shirley Ann Davis Candiff, formerly of Monroe, a food service worker, died Aug. 3. Memorial services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Zion Spring Baptist Church, Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Rickey E. Causey, 53 BASTROP — Rickey Earl Causey, a food worker, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at New Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery.

Steve Cephas, 53 ST. JOSEPH — Steve Cephas, a correctional officer, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Gina M. Fontana, 52 Gina Marie Fontana of Monroe died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday with wake service at 6 p.m. at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

John G. Griffin, 84 John G. Griffin of West Monroe, owner of Griffin Signs, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Blanche L. Hall, 87 BASTROP — Blanche Lee Hall, a social worker, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Greater First Church of God in Christ. Visitation is 6-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home. Burial will be in Lacey Cemetery, Lacey, Ark.

Earl L. Henry Jr., 85 DUBACH — Earl Lee Henry Jr., an oil field worker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Salem United Methodist Church. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Salem Cemetery.

Pennie King, 81 CROWVILLE — Pennie Lee King, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Philadelphia Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Randle Matthews, 56 MER ROUGE — Randle Matthews died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Roberta Middleton, 81 OAK GROVE — Roberta Middleton died Wednesday. Services are noon Saturday at Mount Pleasant No. 2 Church, Terry. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Harry Phillips, 65 Harry Phillips of West Monroe, a chef, died Aug. 22. Services are 11 a.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.

Walter Phillips, 77 OAK GROVE — Walter Phillips died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Raymond Russell, 74 MADISON, Miss. — Raymond "Lefty" Russell, formerly of Delhi, a retired pipeline welding instructor, died Tuesday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church, Delhi. Visitation is 1-3 p.m. Saturday at the church. Burial will be in Delhi Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Delhi.

Earlean B. Smith, 70 Earlean B. Smith of Monroe, a teacher's assistant, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Saturday at J.S. Clark Memorial Cemetery, Monroe. Visitation is 3-6 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe.

Stephanie D. South, 27 ST. JOSEPH — Stephanie D. South, a certified nurse's assistant, died Friday. Services are 11:30 a.m. Saturday at Tensas High School. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Newellton. Burial will be in Panola Cemetery.

Ahmod J. Stewart, infant BASTROP — Ahmod Jawon Stewart, the infant son of Feleciana Stewart and Rashaud Edmonds, died Saturday. Graveside services are 9 a.m. Saturday at Trousdale Hill Cemetery, Collinston, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home.

Florence Thompson, 77 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Florence "Reese" Thompson, a laborer, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Lake Providence Senior High School. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Brannum Funeral Home. Burial will be in Way-A-Way Cemetery.

Micheal Traylor, 59 Micheal Traylor of Sterlington, a truck driver, died Aug. 22. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Bethel Church of God in Christ, Monroe. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Lenora Wallace, 69 Lenora Wallace of Monroe, a real estate property manager, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Matthew Catholic Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

John H. West, 56 BASTROP — John H. West, a laborer, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Ike White, 74 Ike White, a self-employed laborer, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Greater Flowery Mount Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 3-6 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Chavers, Mary D.H. Chambola: 10 a.m. Friday, Fellowship Baptist Church, Columbia. Emerson, Katherine: 11 a.m. Friday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Franklin, Zella Mae "Ruth": 11 a.m. Saturday, Antioch Baptist Church, Monroe. Johnston, Muriel: 11 a.m. Thursday, Broadmoor United Methodist Church, Shreveport. Jones, Ollie M.: 3 p.m. Saturday, Robinson Baptist Church, Dunn. Norman, Betty "Punky": 2 p.m. Saturday, Owens Memorial Chapel, Ruston. Pierce, Doyle E.: 10 a.m. Sept. 8, Bethany Baptist Church Reception Hall. Turner, Barbara: 11 a.m. Saturday, Blue Run Baptist Church, Minden.

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

Gina Marie Fontana Funeral services for Gina Marie Fontana, 52, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, September 1, 2012, at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church with Rev. Sebastian Kallarackal officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Gina was born July 8, 1960 and passed away August 28, 2012. She graduated from St. Frederick High School in 1978 then attended Northeast Louisiana University. Gina supported numerous charities, notably The Society of St. Theresa the Little Flower, The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, and St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. She was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Parish, the parish prayer line, and a past member the OLF Singles Club. She loved talking on the phone with her family and friends, and was known to make regular checks on the sick and elderly in her community. She loved all animals, in particular her beloved cats Sambo and Frisky. Her hobbies included cooking and swapping recipes with friends, taking and sharing pictures of her family, and listening to music. She is preceded in death by her father, Julius Nicholas Fontana; maternal grandparents, Bernard C. Cusimano and Frances Sauro Cusimano of Birmingham, AL; paternal grandparents, Nick P. Fontana and Virginia Miletello Fontana Cascio of Monroe, LA. She is survived by her mother, Angeleen Cusimano Fontana; daughter, Christin Grace Berryhill and husband Lance; grandson, Rylan, all of Baskin, LA; brothers, Nick D. Fontana of Monroe, LA, Don B. Fontana of Dallas, TX, and Mark D. Fontana of Monroe, LA; sister, Juliet McRorey and husband Doug of Katy, TX; nieces, Heather Nicole, Megan Elizabeth, and Anna Claire Fontana; uncle, Sam J. Cusimano and his wife Veta of Birmingham, AL; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends, among them a dear friend, Janet Hutson. Pallbearers will be Benny Cusimano, Jerry Cusimano, Greg Cusimano, S.J. Fontana, Jason Fontana, Rocco Guirlando, Tony Guirlando, and Doug McRorey. Honorary pallbearers are Phillip Leon, Louis Guirlando, Sam J Cusimano, Dr. Thomas Fields, and Dr. Donald Givler. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM with a Vigil Wake Service at 6:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The family extends their appreciation to the doctors and nurses of the many hospitals that treated Gina throughout her illness, most especially Cornerstone Hospital, Glenwood Regional Medical Center, and LSU-Shreveport. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road, Monroe Published in The News Star on August 31, 2012

John G. Griffin Memorial Services for John G. Griffin, 84, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 P.M. Saturday September 1, 2012 at Calhoun Church of Christ with Keith Roberts officiating. John G. Griffin was born April 28, 1928 in Ft. Worth, TX and died August 29, 2012 in Monroe, LA. He was a member of Calhoun Church of Christ, and enjoyed computers and fishing. Mr. Griffin was a WWII Veteran of the United States Navy. He is preceded in death by his children, John Griffin, Scott Griffin and Dennis Griffin; and by his brothers, Lewis Griffin, Jr. and Bob Al Griffin. Survivors include his wife, Joyce Griffin; children, Deborah Bickle and husband, Jerry, Kathy Thomas and Garrett Griffin and wife, Shawna; nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren; sisters, Betty Wroten, Sue Venator and Fern Belton; and sisters-in-law, Norma Griffin and Bobbie Ruth Griffin. Visitation will be held from 1:00 P.M. until service time at the church. Memorials can be made to Calhoun Church of Christ, the Multiple Sclerosis Society or the American Cancer Society . Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on August 31, 2012

Tecc C. Fillers, 39 Tecc Cotina Fillers of Richwood, a custodian, died Monday. Services are 3 p.m. Saturday at St. James Baptist Church, Richwood. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Ben Hatten, 65 PECK — Ben Hatten, a construction worker, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at New Zion Baptist Church. Burial will be in Harrisonburg Cemetery under the direction of Richardson and Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Verlene S. Kennedy, 86 JONESBORO — Verlene S. Kennedy, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Ebenezer Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Ebenezer Cemetery under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home.

June Lyons, 78 LAKE PROVIDENCE — June Lyons, a laborer, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Brannum Funeral Home. Burial will be in Gaither Memorial Cemetery.

Ella Mae Neal, 60 Ella Mae Caston Neal of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Macedonia Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Melvin A. Powell, 86 Melvin Aubrie Powell of Sterlington, retired production manager with Louisiana Power & Light, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Catherine C. Smith, 76 Catherine C. Smith of Monroe, a retired banker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

William Smith, 73 RAYVILLE —William "Buddy" Smith, a heavy equipment operator, died Wednesday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Brown-Holley Funeral Home. Visitation is noon Saturday until service time at the funeral home.

John H. West, 56 BASTROP — John Henry West, a maintenance worker, died Wednesday. 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 Henry V. Adams Cemetery.

Ray Zeigler, 88 Ray Zeigler of West Monroe, retired furniture sales manager, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Zeigler Cemetery, Eros.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Candiff, Shirley Ann Davis: 1 p.m. Saturday, Zion Spring Baptist Church, Monroe. Causey, Rickey Earl: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church, Bastrop. Chavers, Mary D.H. Chambola: 10 a.m. Friday, Fellowship Baptist Church, Columbia. Emerson, Katherine: 11 a.m. Friday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Fontana, Gina Marie: 10 a.m. Saturday, Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, Monroe. Franklin, Zella Mae "Ruth": 11 a.m. Saturday, Antioch Baptist Church, Monroe. Hall, Blanche Lee: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater First Church of God in Christ, Bastrop. Henry Jr., Earl Lee: 10 a.m. Saturday, Salem United Methodist Church, Dubach. Jones, Ollie M.: 3 p.m. Saturday, Robinson Baptist Church, Dunn. King, Pennie Lee: 1 p.m. Saturday, Philadelphia Baptist Church, Crowville. Middleton, Roberta: noon Saturday, Mount Pleasant #2 Church, Terry. Norman, Betty "Punky": 2 p.m. Saturday, Owens Memorial Chapel, Ruston. Phillips, Harry: 11 a.m. Saturday, Bethel Baptist Church, Monroe. Pierce, Doyle E.: 10 a.m. Sept. 8, Bethany Baptist Church Reception Hall. Russell, Raymond "Lefty": 3 p.m. Saturday, First Baptist Church, Delhi. Smith, Earlean B.: 11 a.m. Saturday, J.S. Clark Memorial Cemetery, Monroe. South, Stephanie D.: 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Tensas High School, St. Joseph. Stewart, Ahmod Jawon: 9 a.m. Saturday, Trousdale Hill Cemetery, Collinston. Thompson, Florence "Reese": 11 a.m. Saturday, Lake Providence Senior High School. Traylor, Micheal: 2 p.m. Saturday, Bethel Church of God in Christ, Monroe. Turner, Barbara: 11 a.m. Saturday, Blue Run Baptist Church, Minden. White, Ike: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater Flowery Mount Baptist Church, Monroe.