Obituaries - September 2012

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

Melvin Aubie Powell Funeral Services for Mr. Melvin Aubie Powell, 86, of Sterlington, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, September 2, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Michael Parker officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Powell was born September 27, 1925 in Haynesville, LA and passed away Thursday, August 30, 2012, at his residence in Sterlington after a brief illness. He was a member of Sterlington Assembly of God Church and retired from LP&L as control operator supervisor. Mr. Powell was a U. S. Army veteran serving during WWII. Mr. Powell was preceded in death by his parents, Aubie Lee and Bertha McClung Powell; sisters, Lurline Hall and Ruby Haynes; brothers, Vester Ray Powell, Elmer Anderson Powell, and Marvin Lee Powell; and great grandson, Codye Aaron Mardis. Survivors include his wife, Dorothy Jean Gandy Powell; brother, Aubie Lee Powell; children, Jann Chapman and husband Jim, and Dennis Powell and wife Darla; grandchildren, Julie Beckley, Michael Powell, Michelle Powell, Matt Powell, Brooke Chapman, and Clay Chapman; great grandchildren, Cameron Beckley, Caden Beckley, Cole Beckley, Aubrey Powell, Timmy Brazzell, and Tommy Brazzell; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Michael Powell, Matthew Powell, Jared Powell, Clay Chapman, Cole Beckley, and Danny Thomas. Visitation will be Sunday from 12:00 Noon until service time at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 1, 2012

Catherine "Lynn" Smith Funeral Services for Catherine "Lynn" Smith, 76, of Monroe, LA will be at 1:00 PM, Saturday, September 1, 2012 at Victory Baptist Church, Monroe with Rev. John Mark Little officiating. Interment will follow at Ogden Cemetery in Liddieville, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Mrs. Smith was born on November 3, 1935 in Winnsboro, LA and passed away on August 30, 2012 in Monroe, LA. She was a member of Victory Baptist Church and a retired employee of Central Bank. She is survived by her husband, Clayton Smith; sons, Donnie Smith and wife, Crissy and David Smith; grandson, Nathan Smith (David's son); granddaughter, Ashlee Smith (Donnie's daughter); sisters, Jan Hayne, Gerri Taylor, and Linda Shellenberger; a special nephew, Joell Bayles and wife, Becky and their two beautiful girls, Joella and Taylor. Pallbearers will be the active deacons of Victory Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to a charity of your choice . Visitation will be from 11:00 AM until the time of service at 1:00 PM at Victory Baptist Church in Monroe, LA. The family would like to give special thanks to Anne and Fred Windham, Gerald Massey, Gary Girod, Paul Clark, Mary Cymes, Ann Crowley, Janie Sayers for their special during Mrs. Smith's illness. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Lord, I know that I fall far short of what You expect of me, please help me to be strong and to know and do Your will. I want to be the best Christian, wife, mother, grandmother, mother-in-law, and server of Christ that You gave me life to be. Help me be a light that shines brightly for You. Thank You Jesus for the life You gave me. I love You, Jesus. Lynn Smith's Daily Devotional (9-14-2011) Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, Louisiana Published in The News Star on September 1, 2012

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

Bobby Bryan Memorial graveside services for Bobby Bryan, 78, of Leeville, LA, will be held at 1:00 P.M. Tuesday September 4, 2012 at the St. Paschal's Catholic Cemetery (Hasley Cemetery on Arkansas Road, West Monroe, LA). Mr. Bryan was born on July 20, 1934 in Downsville, LA, and passed away on August 25, 2012 in Leeville, LA. He was a graduate of Downsville High School in 1952. Mr. Bryan was owner/operator of charter fishing guide service Marshmasters. Survivors include his wife Juanita Soignier Bryan; children, Dan and Darel Bryan; and 6 grandchildren. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society . Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 2, 2012

James L. Hemphill Funeral Services for James L. Hemphill, 36, of Sterlington, will be at 2:00 PM, Monday, September 3, 2012 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Monroe with Reverend Lindle Stewart officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Mr. Hemphill was born May 10, 1976 in Monroe, Louisiana and passed away August 30, 2012. He was preceded in death by his grandparents James Leroy Hemphill and Lorraine Rita Hemphill and cousin, Daniela Hemphill. He is survived by his mother, Connie McAdams and step-father Michael; father, Jeffrey L. Hemphill; daughter Violet Raven Starr; grandparents, James Vickers, Pat Vickers, and Hollis Plumley; brother, Michael McAdams; sisters, Jamie Villarrial, Tiffany Alexander, Amanda Beard; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Pallbearers are Bradley Alexander, Bobby R. Bagwell, Mark Jordan, Michael McAdams, Bo McAdams, and Mike Aston. Honorary pallbearers are Daniel Wallace and Jason Hemphill. Visitation will be Sunday, September 2, from 5:00 - 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Monroe. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, Louisiana Published in The News Star on September 2, 2012

Jerry Ray McMillian Funeral services for Jerry Ray McMillian, 69, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Monday, September 3, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Lindle Stewart officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens. Mr. McMillian passed away Thursday, August 30, 2012. He was a loving father, grandfather, and brother. Mr. McMillian was preceded in death by his daughter, Jerri Inez McMillian. Survivors include his children, Scarlet "Neise" Ellerbe, Brad McMillian, and Shawn Eves and husband Jerome; four grandchildren, Chadwin Tripp, Ruby Jane McMillian, Devin McMillian, and Lauren McCall; three great grandchildren, Halie Jane McMillian, Addison Leyona Frye, and Realyn Denise McMillian; sisters, Barbara Amason, and Saundra Devereux; brother, James "Buddy" McMillian; numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Sunday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 2, 2012

Herece McMullen Funeral Services for Herece McMullen, 98, of Monroe will be at 10:00 AM Monday, September 3, 2012 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Monroe with Bro. Ricky Baker officiating. Interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Mrs. McMullen was born September 27, 1913 in Calhoun, Louisiana and passed away August 31, 2012. She was a member of Grace Baptist. She was preceded in death by her husband Norman B. McMullen, mother, father, and step-father, two sisters, two brothers and one great-grandson. Mrs. McMullen is survived by three daughters, Mary A. Lee, Margie Arnold and husband Ray, and Sue Scoggins and husband Don; one son, Darrell McMullen and wife Peggy; three sisters, Gladys Spurlock, Elaine Ables, and Lorraine Otwell; one brother, Bobby Russell; nine grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren, and 11 great great-grandchildren. Pallbearers are Scott McMullen, Brian Lee, Alan Arnold, Chris Scoggins, Johnathan Scoggins, and Don Arnold. Honorary pallbearers are grandchildren. The family wishes to thank Primecare Home Health and Legacy Hospice for their care of Mom. Visitation will be Sunday, September 2, 2012 from 5:00 - 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 2, 2012

Byrnie Handy Smith Funeral services for Byrnie Handy Smith, 88, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, September 3, at St. Paul's United Methodist Church with Rev. J. Roddy Taylor and Rev. Chad Brooks officiating. Visitation will precede the service at 1:00 PM in the church parlor. Interment will follow the services at Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Mrs. Smith passed away on September 1 following a brief illness. Named in honor of her grandmother's governess, "Miss Byrne" and aunt, Byrnie Cason Handy Waelder, Byrnie was a third generation Monroyan. She graduated from Louisiana State University with a Bachelors of Science in Education, followed by graduate studies in Social Work. After the accidental death of her husband, Dr. William E. Smith, Jr., in 1967, she became the Chief Social Worker at the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home, a post she held for twenty years. "Her children" at the Home always remained close to her heart. Byrnie and Bill were charter members of St. Paul's United Methodist Church in 1952, where she taught Sunday School for many years. She was an active alumnus in Chi Omega, a Monroe Junior League member and sustainer, and President of the Louisiana Dental Auxiliary. She also was president and honorary life member of the Monroe Garden Club and president of the Town and Country Garden Club. She was a member of both the Fort Miro Chapter of the National Society of Daughters of the American Revolution and the National Society of the Colonial Dames of America for over sixty years. Byrnie was preceded in death by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. B.B. Handy, Sr. of Monroe, her husband, a son, Charles Sterling Smith, Esq., and granddaughter, Mollie Stanton Nobile. Survivors include her brother, B.B. Handy, Jr. and wife, Patricia of Collinston; son, Robert E. Smith and his wife Elizabeth of Monroe; daughter, Catherine S. Nobile of Shreveport; granddaughter, Anna Cason Nobile of Boston, and nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Thomas Hayes, III, Edward "Bo" Shaw, Jr., B.B. Handy, III, John Handy, William Handy, Adam Handy, Hugh Nobile, and Miles Sager. Memorials may be made to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home in Monroe, the LSU Health Sciences Foundation in Shreveport, or the charity of one's choice . The family thanks Dr. Zwank, the third floor nursing staff at Glenwood Regional Medical Center, and Louisiana Hospice and Palliative Care for easing her final days. On line registry/condolences at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 2, 2012

Carolyn Spruell Funeral services for Carolyn Jeanett Skains Spruell, 67, of Farmerville will be 10:00am Sept. 3, 2012 at Farrar Funeral Home with Bro. Connie Smith officiating. Burial will follow in Mt. Nebo Cemetery under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home. Mrs. Spruell, a retired clerk, died Sept. 1, 2012. She was a loving wife, mother & grandmother. She was preceded in death by her parents, Moses & Mattie Skains and 1 brother, Aubrey M. Skains. Survivors are her husband, Jimmy Spruell of Farmerville; 2 sons: Dwayne Manning & wife, Jeanette of Farmerville and Kevin Manning & wife, Angela of Dubach; 1 daughter: Sandra "Sissy" Boyd & husband, Marty of Downsville; 1 sister: Evelyn Skains of Monroe; 1 sister-in-law: Cherry Phillips Skains of West Monroe; 6 grandchildren: Justin Manning Turner, Beth Zarchry, Sarah Hunt, Tara Hunt, Ginger Barkley and Cade Manning and 11 great grandchildren. Pallbearers are Tony Nolan, Randy Causey, Tommy Boggs, Jackie Lee Boggs, Jimmy Cole and Cliff Adcock. Visitation is 5:00-8:00pm Sunday at Farrar Funeral Home. Online messages for the family may be left at farrarfh.com. Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on September 2, 2012

Helen Rayner Faulk, 88 Helen Rayner Faulk of West Monroe, a retired caregiver, died Saturday. The funeral is 10 a.m. Monday in the chapel of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Minnie Vernell "Nell" Fowler, 81 MONTGOMERY — Minnie Vernell "Nell" Fowler, a homemaker, died Friday. The funeral is 3 p.m. Sunday at Atlanta Baptist Church. Visitation is from 10 a.m.-noon Sunday at Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield, and 1 p.m. until service time at the church. Burial will follow at Mount Zion Cemetery, Montgomery.

Marcelle Hollis, 92 SPEARSVILLE — Marcelle Bryan Hollis, a homemaker, died Friday. The funeral is 2 p.m. Sunday at Spearsville First Baptist Church under direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation is 1 p.m. Sunday until service time at the church.

Susan L. Meuwly, 60 FARMERVILLE — Susan L. Meuwly, a former restaurant owner, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Jeannette Neal, 82 WINNSBORO — Jeannette Neal, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Melvin Aubie Powell, 86 Melvin Aubie Powell of Sterlington, a retired production manager with Louisiana Power & Light, died Thursday. The funeral is 2 p.m. Sunday in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation is noon until service time at the funeral home.

Carolyn Spruell, 67 FARMERVILLE — Carolyn Jeanett Skains Spruell, a retired clerk, died Saturday. The funeral is 10 a.m. Monday at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will follow in Mount Nebo Cemetery near Downsville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED McAdams, Barbara Ann: 2 p.m. Sunday, Dubach United Methodist Church. McMillian, Jerry Ray: 10 a.m. Monday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Pierce, Doyle E.: 10 a.m. Sept. 8, Bethany Baptist Church Reception Hall.

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

Dona Mae Smith Hodge Ulmer Miller Funeral services for Dona Mae Smith Hodge Ulmer Miller, 80, of Monroe, will be held at 3:00 PM Tuesday, September 4, 2012, at St. Mark's United Methodist Church with Rev. Antonio Ranero officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Miller passed away Sunday, September 2, 2012, at St. Francis Medical Center. She was a charter member of St. Mark's United Methodist Church, enjoyed Bible study, growing flowers, bird watching, and the wonders of nature. Mrs. Miller owned her own income tax service after retiring from H & R Block as a regional supervisor. Mrs. Miller was preceded in death by her loving husband and father of her children, George Wesley Hodge; son, Ted N. Hodge, granddaughter, Melissa Hodge Chenecert; grandson, Christopher Hodge ; and husbands, Julius H. "Pete" Ulmer, and Otto Miller. Survivors include her daughter, Kay Hodge Terry Crews; sons, George H. Hodge, Paul Hodge, and Nathan Hodge; granddaughters, Brandy Terry Pontif, Sharoll Hodge L-Italien, Kristen Hodge Gugulielmo, Tammy Hodge Phelps, and Shelia Jean Hodge; great grandsons, Nathan and Brandon Phelps, Peyton and Preston Pontif. Pallbearers will be Roy McCoy, John Becker, James Richardson, Roy Walton, Ronnie Allen, and Carson Pennington. Honorary pallbearers will be Terry Lee and Mike Phillips. Visitation will be Tuesday from 1:00 PM until service time at the church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Road Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 3, 2012

Fred Ferrington, 63 BILOXI, Miss. — Fred Ferrington, a retired newspaper editor, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday. Visitation is noon Monday until time of service at the funeral home. Burial will be in Legion Memorial Cemetery, Newllton.

James L. Hemphill, 36 James L. Hemphill of Sterlington died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Louis J. Lane, 77 WISNER — Louis J. Lane, an industry worker, died Aug. 30. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 3-6 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Hope Estate Cemetery.

Jerry McMillian, 69 Jerry Ray McMillian of Monroe, an apartment manager, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens. Herece McMullen, 90 Herece McMullen Monroe died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery.

Ruth Mullins, 66 SIMSBORO — Ruth Mullins, a homemaker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston.

Jeannette Neal, 82 WINNSBORO — Jeannette Neal died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Boeuf River Baptist Church, Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Monday at Gill First National Funeral Home. Burial will be in Ogden Cemetery.

Byrnie Smith, 88 Byrnie Handy Smith of Monroe, a retired social worker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at St. Paul's United Methodist Church. Visitation is 1 p.m. Monday until time of service at the church. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Vernice P. Southall, 88 DELHI — Vernice Penton Southall, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Epps Baptist Church, Epps. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Monday at the church. Burial will be in Epps Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home.

Carolyn Spruell, 67 FARMERVILLE — Carolyn Jeanett Skains Spruell, a retired clerk, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Burial will follow in Mount Nebo Cemetery near Downsville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Derrick Walker, 33 Derrick Walker of Monroe, an auto salesman at Ryan Chevrolet, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Michael Zeh, 69 Michael Ann Penalver Zeh of West Monroe, a registered nurse, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Faulk, Helen Rayner: 10 a.m. Monday, Griffin Funeral Home chapel, West Monroe. McMillian, Jerry Ray: 10 a.m. Monday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Pierce, Doyle E.: 10 a.m. Sept. 8, Bethany Baptist Church Reception Hall. Spruell, Carolyn: 10 a.m. Monday, Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

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

Emogene Traylor Fuller Emogene Traylor Fuller passed away September 2, 2012 in Monroe, Louisiana at the age of 80. She was born August 30, 1932 in Hall Summit, Louisiana to Ruth and George Emmett Traylor who gave her a happy and loving childhood. Her siblings were Ernestine Huckaby, Irene Pittman, Emmett Elvis Traylor, and Mary Palmer. Emogene moved with her family to Shreveport in 1946. She married Francis Campbell Fuller in 1949. They were married 48 years until his death in 1998, she then relocated to Monroe along with family and friends. Emogene was a kind and loving mother and devoted many years to raising her four daughters. She was a fine seamstress and also enjoyed vegetable gardening and attending church. She was a woman of great faith and lived her faith daily. She is survived by her daughters Frances Dosher of Houston, Texas; Martha Hatfield and husband Tom of Joplin, Missouri; Beth King and her husband Scott of Shreveport; and Ann Daron and her husband Mike of Monroe. She is also survived by five grandchildren and eight great grandchildren as well as her sister, Mary. Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 4, 2012, at the Beulah Baptist Church and Cemetery in Many, Louisiana with Pastor Kenneth Leach officiating. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association . Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 4, 2012

Susan L. Meuwly Gravesides services for Susan L. Meuwly, 60, of Farmerville, LA, will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday September 5, 2012, at Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe with Neil Schalchlin officiating. Mrs. Meuwly was born on October 1, 1951 In Little Rock, Arkansas and passed away on August 31, 2012 in Farmerville, LA. She was a former restaurant owner and musician. Susan is preceded in death by her sister, Sharon Kay Meuwly Winn and grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. W.R. Olsen and J.A. Meuwly. Survivors include her daughter, Tracy Roy; father, Bill Meuwly of Clermont, Florida; mother, Freida Meuwly of Las Vegas, Nevada; grandmother, Dorothy S. Meuwly of Little Rock, AR; brothers, Jerald Scott Meuwly and Michael Stephen Meuwly of Grand Junction, Colorado; and five nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, September 5, 2012, at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Online condolence/ registry: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 4, 2012

Adele Arter Rosedale Funeral services for Adele Arter Rosedale, 92, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, September 5, 2012, at Mulhearn Funeral Home Chapel, Monroe, with Rev. Mark Watson officiating. Interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery. Mrs. Rosedale passed away Sunday, September 2, 2012 at her residence. She was a Navy veteran of WWII. She was a member of Jesus the Good Shepherd Church as well as a member of the American Legion. Mrs. Rosedale was preceded in death by her husband Leonard L. Rosedale and parents Charles Joseph Arter and Adele Rose Asterita. Survivors include her son, David Rosedale and wife Brenda of Pineville; daughters, Debbie Norris and husband Steve of Monroe, Susan Posey and husband Lionel of Aimwell; grandchildren, Bryan Rosedale, Stacey Winthrop and husband Brett, Cindy Pulitzer and husband Sam, Christi Norris, Ashley Gruber and husband Jered, Jennifer Smith and husband Chad, Jacob Posey and wife Kaycie; great-grandchildren, Landon and Braden Rosedale, Bryce, Avery, and Vaughn Pulitzer; sister, Frances O'Brien; several nieces and nephews; and her constant companion "Prissy". Pallbearers will be Bryan Rosedale, Jacob Posey, Chad Smith, Greg Jones, Craig James, and Gary Wagoner. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road. Memorials may be made to St. Jude's and The Alzheimer's Association . Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 4, 2012

Robert Edward Stevenson Funeral services for Robert Edward Stevenson, 94, of Rayville, LA will be held 11:00 AM, Tuesday, September 4, 2012 at West New Home Baptist Church, Holly Ridge, LA with Rev. Scottie Gray officiating. Burial will follow in Stevenson Cemetery, Rayville, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. Mr. Robert was born January 1, 1918 in Rayville, LA and passed away Sunday, September 2, 2012 in Rayville, LA. He is preceded in death by his wife, Lora Jordan Stevenson; daughter, Sheila Lane. Survivors include his children, Charles Stevenson and wife, Sherry of Albany, GA; Wanda Robinson and husband, Johnny of Monroe; Keith Young and wife, Debbie of Monroe; 7-grandchildren; 12-great grandchildren; 1-great great grandchild; special friend, Bendel Clack. Pallbearers will be Bubba Stevenson, Bendel Clack, Keith Young, Brennan Thompson, Steve Stevenson, Cody Hixon. Honorary Pallbearer will be Pat Golliher. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM until service time Tuesday, September 4, 2012 at West New Home Baptist Church. To leave condolences for the family go to brownholleyfuneralhomes.com Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on September 4, 2012

Derrick Walker Memorial services for Derrick Walker, 33, of Monroe, will be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, September 6, 2012 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, LA with Rev. Warren Eckhardt officiating. Private burial will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe, LA under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home. Derrick was born June 25, 1979 and passed away September 2, 2012 in Monroe, LA after courageous battles with numerous health conditions. Before Derrick became disabled, he was employed with Ryan Chevrolet. After his tenure in the workforce, he chose to be a full-time dad to the most precious gift in his life, his daughter Hadlie. Derrick loved his family and was a devoted father, brother and son. He lived his life unselfishly, never feeling self-pity and remained positive through many trials of his twenty-two years of illness. He never surrendered and fought to the end. Derrick was preceded in death by all his grand-parents and three uncles. He is survived by his daughter Hadlie, father Dan, mother Angie, and sister Megan Walker of Monroe, LA. He is also survived by his aunts and uncles, Linda Walker of Monroe, LA, Norwood and Vicki Smith of Downsville, LA, Alan and Donna Stephens of Waco, TX, Debbie Olivo of Collingston, LA, David and Wanda Fowler of Higden, AR, and Bentley and Suzanne Graham of Dallas, TX. Memorials may be made to the National Kidney Foundation of Louisiana, 8200 Hampson Street, Suite 425, New Orleans, Louisiana 70118. The family wishes to extend their thanks to Dr. Frederick Lee and Dr. Bernie McHugh and the friends and family that supported him through the years. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 4, 2012

Michael Ann Penalver Zeh Funeral services for Michael Ann Penalver Zeh, 69, of West Monroe, LA, will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday September 5, 2012, at St. Paschal Catholic Church in West Monroe with Rev. Frank Coens, OFM officiating. Interment will follow in St. Paschal Catholic Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Zeh was born on March 16, 1943 in Vicksburg, MS, and passed away on September 1, 2012 in West Monroe. Mrs. Zeh was a registered nurse in Vicksburg, MS prior to her moving to West Monroe. She was a member of St. Paschal Catholic Church where she served as church secretary for many years. Mrs. Zeh started and organized the St. Vincent De Paul Meals on Wheels Program at St. Paschal. She was an avid traveler and animal lover. Mrs. Zeh is preceded in death by her father, Jack Penalver, mother, Marjorie Feeney Rinehart, and husband of 46 years Clifford Zeh. Survivors include her children, Theresa Leanne Zeh, Kathleen Bassil and husband Greg, Margie Buford and husband Greg; grandchildren, Kyle Bailey and partner Glenn R. Gilmore, Jr., Alex Bassil, Morgan Zeh, Braeden Buford, and Nolan Buford; brother, Adam Penalver and wife Jennifer; beloved cousins Cecil "Butch" Hedrick and wife Beth, and Lee Hedrick and wife Karen; dearest friend, Marilyn Faulkner and husband Bill; and her beloved companion, Evie. Pallbearers will be Robert Chatelain, Gary Buford, Glenn R. Gilmore, Jr, Greg Buford, Greg Bassil, and Mark Henderson. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Tuesday, September 4, 2012, at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to the St. Paschal Catholic Church in West Monroe, LA. Online condolence/ registry: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 4, 2012

Bobby Bryan, 78 LEEVILLE — Bobby Bryan, a charter fishing guide, died Aug. 25. Memorial graveside services are 1 p.m. Tuesday at St. Paschal Catholic Cemetery, West Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Frieda Derrick, 63 DELHI — Frieda Derrick died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Cox Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Epps Cemetery.

Ruth R. Folden, 54 WINNFIELD — Ruth Renee Folden, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at The Family Church. Visitation is 5-9 Tuesday and 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in Corinth Cemetery, Jordan Hill, under the direction of Southern Funeral Home.

Florence V. Little, 68 OAK RIDGE — Florence Virginia Little, a homemaker, died Monday. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Dona Miller, 80 Dona Mae Smith Hodge Ulmer Miller of Monroe, a tax service business owner, died Sunday. Services are 3 p.m. Tuesday at St. Mark's United Methodist Church. Visitation is 1 p.m. Tuesday until service time at the church. Burial will be in the Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Ruth Mullins, 66 SIMSBORO — Ruth Mullins, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Colvin Memorial Cemetery, Unionville.

Anthony D. Perot, 65 GILMER, Texas — Anthony D. Perot, formerly of Columbia, an employee with Wilbroes Construction, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Lloyd Roberts, 82 WISNER — Lloyd Roberts died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home.

Joyce Sanford, 75 Joyce Lyons Sanford of West Monroe, who worked in the engineering department for AT&T, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Carolyn G. Taylor, 80 Carolyn Granberry Taylor of West Monroe, a retired secretary with the Ouachita Parish School Board, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Renee Thompson, 46 SICILY ISLAND — Renee Clingaman Thompson, an on-air radio personality, died Monday. Memorial services are 3 p.m. Thursday at Pine Hill Baptist Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Comer Funeral Home, Ferriday.

Mary B. Williamson, 75 SICILY ISLAND — Mary B. Williamson, a cafeteria worker, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Paul Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at the church. Burial will be in the New Salem Cemetery, Leland, under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Faulk, Helen Rayner: 10 a.m. Monday, Griffin Funeral Home chapel, West Monroe. Lane, Louis J.: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Neal, Jeannette: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Boeuf River Baptist Church, Winnsboro. Pierce, Doyle E.: 10 a.m. Saturday, Bethany Baptist Church Reception Hall. Southall, Vernice Penton: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Epps Baptist Church, Epps.

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

Rosemary Willingham Johnson Mrs. Rosemary Willingham Johnson, 89, of West Monroe, and a former resident of Arlington, TX, passed away on Monday, September 3, 2012, in West Monroe. Funeral services for Mrs. Johnson will be announced by Moore Funeral Home, 4216 South Bowen Road, Arlington, TX with interment in the Dallas-Ft Worth National Cemetery. Mrs. Johnson was born February 2, 1923, in Dallas, TX. She was a homemaker and a devoted and loving mother and grandmother. A long-time member of the Lake Arlington Baptist Church in Arlington, she attended the New Chapel Hill Baptist Church in West Monroe. Mrs. Johnson was preceded in death by her husband, John H. Johnson, in 2004; a sister and 4 brothers. Survivors include her daughter, Patty Victor Wilkinson and husband, Doug; her son, Carl Johnson and wife, Sherry; 2 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; a sister, Margie Hobson; and a number of nieces and nephews. Visitation will be at Moore Funeral Home in Arlington, TX. Local services are under the direction of the Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Homes West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 5, 2012

Anthony D. Perot Funeral services for Anthony D. "Tony" Perot, age 65, of Gilmer, Texas and formerly of Columbia, will be held 2pm Thursday September 6, 2012 from the Columbia chapel of Riser Funeral Home with Rev. Todd Whittington officiating . Interment will follow in the Old Union Cemetery at Grayson. Visitation will be on Wednesday September 5, 2012 at the funeral home from 3pm to 9pm. Anthony D. Perot was born on May 20, 1947 at Monroe, LA ; to the union of his parents, Dempsey Perot and Annie Irene Barras Perot ; and passed from this life on Saturday, September 2, 2012 at the Good Shepherd Medical Center in Longview, TX following a brief illness. Known to everyone as Tony, he was preceded in death by his parents, and by his son, Darryl Perot, and five infant grandchildren .Tony was employed presently with Wilbroe's Construction in Gilmer, Texas; a pipeline industry company. He was a member of the American Pipeliners Association, an avid Golfer and Hunter, and a Workaholic. Tony was loved and appreciated by everyone who knew him, and he will be sorely missed. Survivors include his wife of 47 years, Sheila Perot of Gilmer, TX ; his daughter Dasha Perot and friend Jean' Holloway of Gladewater, Texas; his son, Damon Perot and friend Loretta Tucker of Longview, Texas; two brothers, Michael Perot and wife Susie of Baton Rouge, LA and O.V. Perot of Monroe; his sister, Phyllis Ann Lachney and husband Mark, Forest Hill, LA ; his sister-in-law ,Debbie Sanderfer and husband Ted, of Corpus Christi, Texas; his beloved grandchildren, Kade Perot, Makayla Perot, Kale Perot, and Olivia Perot, his nephew , Byron Sanderfer and wife Misty of San Antonio, Texas; and his niece Jennifer Mayes and husband Brian, of Parker, Colorado, and a very special family friend, Donna Sue Carr of Columbia. Pallbearers include Bud Womack, Dell Davis, Robert Sumerall, Matt Cheney, Kenny Robbins, Eddie Raburn, Ray Maclaren, Roger Midkiff, A.B. Strange, and Eddie Carr. Honorary pallbearers include Harold Peters, Darrell Delcoure, Al Demoss, Raymond Johnson, Scott Davis, Jerry Lewis, and Billy Torrence . Online registry/ condolences: riserfuneralhomes.com . Riser Funeral Home 7131 U S Highway 165 Columbia, LA Published in The News Star on September 5, 2012

Wanzia Dixon, 88 DELHI — Wanzia Dixon, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Harmony Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in Faith Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home.

Leonard F. Harper, 72 CAMPTI — Leonard F. Harper, a painter, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Campti Pentecostal Church. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Wednesday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Mill Creek Cemetery, Saline.

Franklin D. Kennedy, 66 CHATHAM — Franklin Devone Kennedy, a machine operator, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Chatham Cemetery.

Donald W. Merritt, 58 NEWELLTON — Donald Wayne Merritt, a retired tool pusher, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home.

Susan L. Meuwly, 60 FARMERVILLE — Susan L. Meuwly died Saturday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe. Visitation is 9-10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

David W. Phillips, 64 WINNSOBORO — David Wayne Phillips died Tuesday. Memorial services will be at a later date under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home.

Lloyd Roberts, 83 WISNER — Lloyd Roberts died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at First Pentecostal Church. Burial will be in Kings Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home.

Adele A. Rosedale, 92 Adele Arter Rosedale of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Monroe.

Emmarett Skinner, 87 WATERPROOF — Emmarett Skinner, a homemaker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Kenneth W. Squyres, 61 SICILY ISLAND — Kenneth Wayne Squyres died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home.

Rayette Stewart, 35 TALLULAH — Rayette Stewart died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Jean Townsend, 79 WINNFIELD — Jean Townsend, a retired social worker, died Monday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Couley Methodist Cemetery. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Southern Funeral Home.

Derrick Walker, 33 Derrick Walker of Monroe, a salesman, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Private burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

John Windham Jr., 84 DELHI — John W. "Jack" Windham Jr., a retired educator and veteran, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at North Central Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in Delhi Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home.

Michael Ann Zeh, 69 Michael Ann Zeh of West Monroe, a registered nurse, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Paschal Catholic Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Derrick, Frieda: 2 p.m. Thursday, Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Folden, Ruth Renee: 1 p.m. Wednesday, The Family Church. Mullins, Ruth: 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Pierce, Doyle E.: 10 a.m. Saturday, Bethany Baptist Church Reception Hall. Thompson, Renee Clingaman: 3 p.m. Thursday, Pine Hill Baptist Church. Williamson, Mary B.: 11 a.m. Wednesday, St. Paul Baptist Church, Sicily Island.

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

Max W. Albritton Services for Max W. Albritton are planned for Friday, September 7, 2012 at 2:00 pm at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville followed by Graveside services at Conway Cemetery. Services will be conducted by Dr. Connie Ward, assisted by Bro. Kurt Auger and Dr. Lionel Crowell. Visitation will be from 12:00 noon till time of service. Max Albritton was born on May 5, 1932 in Farmerville Louisiana and passed away peacefully at his home in Ruston on September 4, 2012. Max was preceded in death by his parents, Wilmer A. "Pete" and Reitha Tugwell Albritton; Sisters Celeste and Melba Fern "Gal" Albritton; brothers Darwin G. Albritton, and Coy L. Albritton; brothers-in-law Ernest E. "Buddy" Williams, R.V. Slade, Heard Odom Jr. and wife Joyce, W.G. Odom and wife Ruby, and nephew Jimmy Heard Odom. He is survived by his wife Frenchie Nell Odom Albritton, son Ritchey Von Albritton, grandson Ritchey Von Albritton II and Justin Allen ALbritton and wife Amy, great-grand kids Mia Claire Albritton, Cross Keyland Albritton and Charlee Grace Albritton. He is also survived by sister Margaret Williams, nephew Mark Williams, nieces Debbie Hammons, Rhonda Beheler, Sheila Nix, and Sandy Lee with numerous nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and sister-in-law Ernestine Slade. Max loved hunting with brother-in-law and friend R.V. Slade in Truxno and fishing with anyone who wanted to go. He was a Deacon at 1st Baptist Church of Vienna. Max went to work for Louisiana Power & Light the day after his graduation from Farmerville High School in 1950. He spent the next thirteen years working at the Sterlington Power Station then was transferred to First Southern Control in Gretna and later Little Gypsy Power Plant in Laplace. In 1963 he became homesick for his North Louisiana and after he was hired by Mr. P.G. Grambling to work at the new City of Ruston Steam Power Plant. He worked for twenty years for the city, the last ten as Superintendent of Utilities under Mayor Johnny Perritt's Administration. He and Mayor Perritt negotiated long-term contracts with Hydro Electric Utilities in MO. and Public Power Utilities in AR, while lobbying the Louisiana Legislative tirelessly for a public power organization in the state. Thru these efforts with so many others, Louisiana Energy and Power Authority was enacted in 1979. In 1983, Max left the city his legacy to his adopted hometown, bringing the cheapest Electric rates in Louisiana. He then went to work in Plaquemine representing the city Power and Water Plant as Superintendent and the city on the LEPA Board of Directors. In 1989 he retired from the Louisiana Municipal system where he formed Truxno Consultants and consulted LEPA power plants at Morgan City, Plaquemine, New Roads and Minden, until 1997 and then just Minden. Special friends are too numerous to mention thru the years but in particular A.C. Russell, Mayor Johnny Perritt and R.V. Slade. He loved his family and was an inspiration to them. The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to Dr. Grigsby, and the caregivers from St. Josephs Home Health Care and Hospice. Pallbearers are Cordell Grand, Mark Holtsclaw, Thomas Colvin, Lavelle Singleton, Mark Williams, Ronnie Rockforte and Thomas Hammons. Honorary Pallbearer will be Johnny Tatum. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on September 6, 2012

BARBARA JEAN BECKSTROM Funeral services for Barbara Jean Beckstrom, age 68, of Oak Grove, Louisiana will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, September 8, 2012 at Hill Baptist Church in the Hill Community near Oak Grove. Reverend Leslie Yates will officiate. Interment will follow in the Kilbourne Cemetery in Kilbourne, Louisiana. Services are under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Oak Grove. Mrs. Beckstrom passed away at her residence on Tuesday, September 4, 2012 after a lengthy illness. She is preceded in death by her husband, Bill Beckstrom; her father, Joseph Eugene Poland; brother, Sonny Poland; and sister, Ima Jean Poland. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Brian and Rachel Reynolds of Monroe, Louisiana; son and daughter-in-law, Joey and Brenda Bennett of Stonewall, Louisiana; son Jackie Lynn Reynolds of Louisiana; 4 grandsons, Wesley Johnson, Nicholas Reynolds, Garrett Reynolds and Peyton Reynolds; numerous great grandchildren and her mother, Audrey Poland of Oak Grove. Pallbearers are: Robbie Tolbird, Jim Comans, Kyle Pinton, John Ainsworth, Nick Reynolds and Garrett Reynolds. Honorary Pallbearer is Wesley Johnson. Family will receive friends on Friday, September 7, 2012 between the hours of 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Cox Funeral Home in Oak Grove. To leave condolences to the family www.coxfuneral.com. Cox Funeral Home Oak Grove, LA Published in The News Star on September 6, 2012

Wanzia Archibald Dixon Wanzia A. Dixon was born on November 21, 1923 to Glynn and Lulla Stevens Archibald in Meadville, MS. Her family moved to Archibald, LA shortly thereafter. Mrs. Wanzia worked for 8 years at Continental Trailways bus station. She met Charlie Boyd Dixon there and they were married on November 14, 1954. Boyd told her "you make the biscuits and I'll make the living." She spent her life as a loving wife, mother and homemaker. Mrs. Wanzia was active in her church until declining health forced her to stop. She served gallons of koolaid and 1,000's of cookies to hundreds of children during VBS for many years. She is preceded in death by her husband Boyd Dixon; 2 sisters Mary Wood and Maudie Scarborough and three brothers, Jimmy Velah (J.V.) Archibald, Glynn Archibald and William "Buddy" Archibald. She is survived by a daughter Connie Oliver and husband Delbert of Delhi; four grandchildren Daryl Oliver and wife Matilda, Dan Oliver, Daphne Moran and husband James and Daisy Work and husband Heath; eleven great grandchildren who affectionately called her "Mamaw Booger", Deanna Oliver, Dylan Oliver, Katie Marsh, Justin Marsh, Karen Marsh, Courtney Marsh, Hadrian Work, Damien McVay, Angela Glover, Nicole Glover and Dakota Masters; two great-great grandchildren, Serenity and Kaylynn and a host of nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday at Harmony Baptist Church near Delhi with Rev. W. H. "Bucky" Curry officiating. Burial will be in Faith Memorial Park Cemetery in Delhi under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Delhi. Pallbearers will be Thomas Lord Jr., Daryl Oliver, Elliott Mandell, James Moran, Heath Work, and Daniel Oliver. Honorary Pallbearer will be Dalton Oliver. 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 September 6, 2012

Mary Allred, 86 OAK GROVE — Mary "Ruth" Taylor Allred, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Goodwill Baptist Church. Visitation is 1 p.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Redwing Cemetery under the direction Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Amy Baker, 91 Amy Baker of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Nadine L. Baker, 78 BASTROP — Nadine Lindsey Baker, a retired LPN, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Barbara J. Beckstrom, 68 OAK GROVE — Barbara Jean Beckstrom, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Hill Baptist Church, Hill Community, north of Oak Grove. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in Kilbourne Cemetery, Kilbourne.

Marquis Brown, 33 RUSTON — Marquis Brown, a laborer, died Aug. 31. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Miller Funeral Home. Lawrence J. Davis Jr., 41 Lawrence

James Davis Jr. of Monroe, a truck driver, died Aug. 31. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Greater Realness Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 3-6 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mount Pleasant Cemetery, West Monroe.

Sherry A. Gibbs, 53 MONTGOMERY — Sherry Ann Welch Gibbs, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at The Rest Church, Montgomery. Visitation is 5 p.m. Thursday until service time Friday. Burial will be in Union Grove Cemetery, Montgomery, under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield.

Henry Hayes, 75 Henry Hayes of Monroe, a laborer, died Aug. 29. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in St. Peter Cemetery, Bee Bayou.

Earline Jackson, 55 BASTROP — Earline Jackson, a daycare owner, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Greater First Church of God in Christ, Bastrop. Visitation is 4-6 p.m. Sunday with memorial services from 6-9 p.m. at the church. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Daniel L. Jiles, 65 Daniel L. Jiles of West Monroe, a painter, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Friday at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens, West Monroe.

Rosemary W. Johnson, 89 Rosemary Willingham Johnson of West Monroe, formerly of Arlington, Texas, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 9:30 a.m. Friday at Moore Funeral Home, Arlington. Visitation is 8:30 a.m. Friday until service time at the funeral home. Burial is 11:30 a.m. Friday at Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery. Local arrangements were provided by Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Shirley M. Johnson, 66 Shirley M. Johnson of Monroe, a custodian, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Riverside Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 3-7 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

Ruthie Loring, 87 MANGHAM — Ruthie Loring, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at St. Matthews Baptist Church, Mangham. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Randle Matthews Jr., 56 BASTROP — Randle Matthews Jr., an operator, died Aug. 29. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Galilee Missionary Baptist Church, Collinston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Trousdale Hill Cemetery, Collinston.

LaTela McGarr, 27 RAYVILLE — LaTela McGarr, a private sitter, died Aug. 31. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Rayville Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Love and Charity Cemetery, Rayville.

Myrtis S. McCartney, 100 OLLA — Myrtis Stephens McCartney, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Pine Hill Baptist Church, Olla. Burial will be in Pine Hill Cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home.

Donald W. Merritt, 58 NEWELLTON — Donald Wayne "Duck" Merritt, a retired tool pusher, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at United Pentecostal Church, Newellton. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Thursday at the church. Burial will be in Merritt Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Vinnie Miller, 96 Vinnie Miller of Monroe, a homemaker, died Aug. 29. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at Bethel Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Thursday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in J.S. Clark Cemetery.

Billie Payton, 61 RAYVILLE — Billie Payton died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Anthony D. Perot, 65 GILMER, Texas — Anthony D. Perot, formerly of Columbia, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 9 a.m. Thursday until service time. Burial will be in Old Union Cemetery, Grayson.

David W. Phillips, 64 WINNSBORO — David Wayne Phillips, a carpenter, died Tuesday. Memorial services are 3 p.m. Thursday at Archibald Church of Christ. Visitation is 1 p.m. Thursday until service time at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Young's Funeral Home.

Walter Phillips, 77 OAK GROVE — Walter Phillips, an operator, died Aug. 27. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at New Hope Church of God in Christ, Oak Grove. Burial will be in Mount Pleasant No. 2 Cemetery, Terry, under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Leon Riley, 70 Leon Riley of Monroe, a laborer, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at New Light Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Thursday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Jimmy N. Roberts, 83 CONWAY, Ark. — Jimmy Nell Roberts, a homemaker, died Aug. 28. Memorial services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 10 a.m. Saturday until service time at the funeral home.

Joyce L. Sanford, 75 Joyce Lyons Sanford of West Monroe died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Kenneth W. Squyres, 61 Kenneth Wayne Squyres, a custodian with Catahoula Parish School Board, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Pine Hill Baptist Church, Sicily Island. Visitation is noon Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in New Pine Hill Baptist Church Cemetery, Sicily Island, under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home.

Ja`Vance Stovall, 81 Ja`Vance Stovall of Monroe, a warehouse foreman, died Aug. 30. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Kimberly Syvertsen, 55 JONES — Kimberly Syvertsen, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Billy Talbott, 82 ALEXANDRIA — Billy Talbott, a retired service station attendant, died July 24. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Friday at Lynn Cemetery, Archibald. Arrangements are under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Wanda O. Woods, 62 HOPE MILLS, N.C. — Wanda O. Woods, formerly of Homer, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Derrick, Frieda: 2 p.m. Thursday, Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Dixon, Wanzia: 2 p.m. Thursday, Harmony Baptist Church, near Delhi. Harper, Leonard F.: 10 a.m. Thursday, Campti Pentecostal Church, Campti. Kennedy, Franklin Devone: 10 a.m. Thursday, Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Pierce, Doyle E.: 10 a.m. Saturday, Bethany Baptist Church Reception Hall. Thompson, Renee Clingaman: 3 p.m. Thursday, Pine Hill Baptist Church. Walker, Derrick: 11 a.m. Thursday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Windham Jr., John W. "Jack": 10 a.m. Thursday, North Central Baptist Church.

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

Boyd Rex Green Funeral services for Mr. Boyd Rex Green, age 88, will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, September 8, 2012 at the chapel of Golden Funeral Home with Rev. Mollie McGee officiating. Visitation will be held Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until 11 a.m. at Golden Funeral Home. Mr. Green died September 5, 2012 in the Oak Woods Home in Mer Rouge. He was born June 22, 1924 in Marion, LA. He was a member of the Mer Rouge United Methodist Church and the Mer Rouge Lions Club. He was a 32nd degree Mason and a member of the Barak Shriners. Following his service in the US Navy during WWII, he was a business owner in Mer Rouge for many years and retired from the LA Dept. of Agriculture. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruby G. Green, his brother and sister in law, Talmadge and Ann R. Green. Survivors are daughters and son in law: Sara G. Bonsall, and Dona and Daniel Harris. He is also survived by his uncle, John D. Green and wife's siblings: Jean Brown, Nellie Jo Williams, Betty Davidson, Charles and Jane Jennings, and Sue and James Shamblin. He was also blessed to have many nieces and nephews including Brenda and Gene Bates and Randy and Becky Green. Honorary pallbearers are Richard Blackwell, William Davenport, Marley Oldham, Thomas Rankin, G.L. Shepard, C. Gil White, Jr., and members of the Mer Rouge Lions Club. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to TWIGS of Oak Woods or Mer Rouge United Methodist Church. Golden Funeral Home Bastrop, LA Published in The News Star on September 7, 2012

Joyce Lyons Sanford Funeral service for Joyce Lyons Sanford, 75, of West Monroe, will be held at 10:00, Saturday, September 8, 2012 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Bro. Charles Martindale will be officiating. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Joyce went home to be with The Lord and Savior on Sunday, September 2, 2012. She was born on September 1, 1937, in Junction City, AR. Joyce had just celebrated her 75th birthday, listening to the beautiful messages written by her family & wonderful friends. Joyce was longtime member of First Baptist Church of West Monroe, a member of Highland Garden Club, an avid gardener, maker of beautiful dolls, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt & friend. Joyce and her husband, Bill loved to travel and entertain family and friends. She was retired from South Central Bell Telephone Company. Joyce was preceded in death by her parents; Reverend Coy Lyons & Mary Lucille Brown Lyons, her husband, Billy J. Sanford, her sisters, Ruth Ann Lyons and Flo Lyons Pierce. Joyce is survived by her daughter, Kay Sanford Mitchell & husband Reid of Little Rock, AR; her brothers, Robert Lyons of West Monroe, LA, Benny Lyons of Calion, AR., Steve Lyons of Calhoun, LA. and David Lyons of Monroe, LA. granddaughters; Allison Claire Helton & her husband John Barry of Prairie Grove, AR., Lauren Ashley Coonrod & Amanda Kay Coonrod both of Little Rock; nieces; Amanda Joyce Squitiero & husband Chris of Dallas, TX, Toni Phillips & husband Steve , of Atlanta, GA., Pam Barcelou & husband David of Huntington, PA, Eva Marie Lyons of Hawaii, Megan Ann Lyons of Chicago, Il., Rachel Katherine Lyons of Fayetteville, AR., Rachel Lucille Lyons of Monroe, LA.; nephews: Chris Lyons & wife Michele of West Monroe and Chuck Pierce of Texarkana, AR.; great grandsons, Noah Mitchell Helton & Newborn, Nathan Bradley Helton of Prairie Grove, AR. and numerous nieces, nephews & cousins and a special thanks to JoAnn Warner. Pallbearers will be John Helton, Chris Squitiero, Britt Mitchell, Keith Warner, Andrew Mills & Reid Mitchell. Visitation will be held Friday from 5:00pm until 8:00 pm at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 7, 2012

Carolyn Granberry Taylor "I've had a good life and I don't want any sadness going on." These were the words spoken often by Carolyn Granberry Taylor during her 80 years and 5 days. Born on August 28, 1932, to Grace Bayh and Eugene Madison Granberry, Carolyn passed away peacefully on September 2, 2012. Left to treasure her memory are her sons and their wives Terry, Lisa, Hank and Debora; grandchildren Ashley Hubbard, Eddie Taylor, Tara Morris (Josh), Sara Taylor Donohue, and Brian Taylor; and great-grandchildren, Allison and Kristina Hubbard and June and Ruben Morris. She is preceded in death by her brother, Buddy Granberry, and is survived by his children and grandchildren whom she loved as her own: Debbie Davis (Allen), Teresa Granberry, Brian Davis, Lynette Davis, and Dalton Granberry. She is also survived by her cousins, Russell and Bill Bayh, as well as many loved ones in the Taylor family. That good life Carolyn lived included 47 years of marriage to Tuck Taylor until his death in 1999. Carolyn and Tuck spent many pleasant hours together living, fishing, cooking, and entertaining in their "camp" on Bayou D'Arbonne, only a few minutes from their home. Other parts of her good life were school years at Logtown and Ouachita High; working years at McGuire Methodist Church and the Ouachita Parish School Board; years of caring for 40+ foster children; and hours of card-playing with her friends. Carolyn's country cooking skills were admired by everyone who ever had the pleasure of being treated to a meal at her home, in which she lived for 59 years. She won numerous awards at the Ouachita Valley Fair for foods that she entered in competitions. In her later years, Carolyn enjoyed travel to places such as Alaska, Hawaii, and the Caribbean along with many stateside trips with the Mulhearn Support Group. Memorials to the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home or the charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated. Carolyn's family invites you to a celebration of her life at 10:00 Saturday, September 8, 2012 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe or come by for visitation on Friday evening between 5:00 and 7:00. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 7, 2012

Max Albritton, 80 RUSTON — Max Albritton, a retired electrical superintendent, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation is noon until service time. Burial will be in Conway Cemetery.

Amy Baker, 91 Amy Baker of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 6-7:30 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery.

Allie A. Blackson, infant WINNSBORO — Allie A. Blackson, the infant daughter of Tronica and Murial Blackson, died Monday. Services are 6:30 p.m. Friday at Victory Temple, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Philadelphia Cemetery, Crowville, under the direction of Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Marquis Brown, 33 RUSTON — Marquis Brown, a laborer, died Aug. 31. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Olive Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Family Mortuary, Ruston. Burial will be in Grambling Memorial Gardens.

Wanda Bynum, 79 Wanda Bynum of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at St. James Baptist Church, Sterlington. Visitation is 4-6 p.m. Sunday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Steve C. Cephus, 53 ST. JOSEPH — Steve Collins Cephus, a retired correctional officer, died Aug. 29. Services are noon Saturday at St. Luke Baptist Church, Newellton. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Wyoming Cemetery, Newellton.

Sybil P. Dunn, 63 SIKES — Sybil Patsy Weaver Dunn, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield. Visitation is 8 a.m. Friday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Wright Cemetery, Sikes.

Lemuel Ellis, 55 WINNSBORO — Lemuel Ellis, a truck driver, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Abundant Life Evangelistic Ministry, Winnsboro. Visitation is 1-8 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Cuba Cemetery, Gilbert.

Billie Van Etten, 74 Billie Van Etten of Monroe, a retired LPN, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Verdie Hall, 78 Verdie Hall of Monroe, a homemaker, died Aug. 31. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at China Grove Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 3-5:30 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe and 6-7 p.m. at the church. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Carol James, 60 RUSTON — Carol James, a schoolteacher, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Mesha L. Jones, 30 GRAMBLING — Mesha Lacurcia Jones, a cook at Pizza Hut, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Christ Temple Baptist Church, Grambling. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in China Grove Cemetery, Grambling.

Charles Kie, 79 DELHI — Charles Kie, a retired Richland Parish School bus driver, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Greater One Baptist Church, Delhi. Visitation is 3-7 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Delhi. Burial will be in Morning Star Cemetery.

Ruthie Loring, 87 MANGHAM — Ruthie Loring, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at St. Matthews Baptist Church. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

R. Barbara O'Deay, 92 RAYVILLE — R. Barbara O'Deay, a retired legal secretary, died Thursday. Private burial will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Leon Riley, 70 Leon Riley of Monroe, an administrative superintendent, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Friday at New Light Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Willie B. Rivers, 62 Willie Bert Rivers of Monroe died Aug. 6. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Macedonia Baptist Church Cemetery, Choudrant.

Linda G. Salsbury, 66 DOWNSVILLE — Linda Gaye Salsbury, a medical secretary, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Rayette S. Stewart, 35 TALLULAH — Rayette Shanelle Stewart, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Palestine Baptist Church, Tallulah. Visitation is 2-5 p.m. Friday at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Burial will be in Wyoming Cemetery, Newellton.

Javance Stovall Sr., 81 Javance Stovall Sr. of Monroe, a warehouse foreman, died Aug. 30. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Christine Thornton, 83 WINNSBORO — Christine Thornton, a secretary, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Myrtle Memorial Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Herbert M. Toney, 89 Herbert M. Toney of Monroe, a truck driver, died Sunday. Services are noon Saturday at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Family hour is 6-7 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

William Walker Jr., 91 William Walker Jr. of Monroe, retired University of Louisiana at Monroe professor, died Wednesday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Reception will follow at Amvets Center, 371 DeSiard Plaza Drive, Monroe.

Bonnie M. Ward, 90 BASTROP — Bonnie Marie Luttrell Ward, a retired teacher and assistant principal, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Christ Church Cemetery.

Cloteal B. Williams, 73 Cloteal Bynum Williams of Monroe, a custodian, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Phillips Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 3-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Allred, Mary "Ruth" Taylor: 2 p.m. Saturday, Goodwill Baptist Church, Goodwill. Beckstrom, Barbara Jean: 10 a.m. Saturday, Hill Baptist Church, north of Oak Grove. Davis Jr., Lawrence J.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Greater Realness Church, West Monroe. Gibbs, Sherry Ann Welch: 10 a.m. Friday, The Rest Church, Montgomery. Hayes, Henry: 1 p.m. Saturday, Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Jackson, Earline: 11 a.m. Monday, Greater First Church of God in Christ, Bastrop. Jiles, Daniel L.: 2 p.m. Friday, Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens, West Monroe. Johnson, Rosemary Willingham: 9:30 a.m. Friday, Moore Funeral Home, Arlington, Tex. Matthews Jr., Randle: 11 a.m. Saturday, Galilee Missionary Baptist Church, Collinston. McGarr, LaTela: 1 p.m. Saturday, Rayville Baptist Church, Rayville. Merritt, Donald W. "Duck": 2 p.m. Friday, United Pentecostal Church, Newellton. Phillips, Walter: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Hope Church of God in Christ, Oak Grove. Pierce, Doyle E.: 10 a.m. Saturday, Bethany Baptist Church Reception Hall. Roberts, Jimmy Nell: 11 a.m. Saturday, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Sanford, Joyce Lyons: 10 a.m. Saturday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Squyres, Kenneth Wayne: 2 p.m. Saturday, Pine Hill Baptist Church, Sicily Island. Talbott, Billy: 10 a.m. Friday, Lynn Cemetery, Archibald.

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

Robert Lee Durham Funeral Services for Mr. Robert Lee Durham, 87, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, September 9, 2012 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Eddie Shoemaker officiating. Interment will follow in the Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA. Robert Lee Durham went to be with our Lord on September 6, 2012 due to compounded health complications with cancer. He went peacefully in his sleep. Born in Bradford, AR on September 9, 1924, he was the son of the late, William and Irene Durham. He is also preceded in death by a brother, Donald Durham; sister, Azilee Durham Riggs and grandson, Kenny Wayne McKnight. One of our Greatest Generation, he was an Army Veteran of WWII, serving in the engineering corps and was also employed with Crow-Burlingame Auto Parts Company for 54 years. He was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather. His children and grandchildren were the smile on his face and the glimmer in his eyes. He will be greatly missed, but the world was a better place for having him in it. Mr. Durham married his wife of 69 years, Frances Baker Durham, on March 8, 1943 in Newport, AR. He is also survived by his daughters, Carolyn Durham McKnight and husband, Wayne, Bobbie Durham Nichols both of Columbia, LA, Martha Durham Compton and husband, Thomas of Jonesboro, AR, and Jean Ann Durham Jones and husband, Steve of West Monroe, LA; grandchildren, Keith McKnight, Cissie McKnight Lindsey, Christie Nichols Porche, Shane Blackstock, Carol Nichols Paredes, LeAnna Blackstock, Amy Nichols Roy, Damon Blackstock, Cory Nichols, Devin Jones, Caitlin Jones and 22 great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be his grandchildren, Shane Blackstock, Damon Blackstock, Cody Blackstock, Cory Nichols, Carol Paredes, Micah Lindsey, Dana Porche and Justin Porche. Honorary Pallbearer will be Dylan Blackstock. Visitation will be held from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. The family would like to give a special thanks to Rev. Eddie Shoemaker, to the staff of Hospice Compassus, especially Rev. Tony Smith and Mr. Durham's nurses, Nicole Richie and Sheri Jones for the caring and support they have given. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 8, 2012

Gene L. Gum Gene L. Gum, 74, died on Friday, September 7, 2012 in Arkoma, Oklahoma. Family will greet friends at the Strode Funeral Home Chapel from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 9, 2012. His funeral service will be held at 9:00 a.m. on Monday, September 10, 2012 at the Saint Francis Xavier Catholic Church with Father Kenneth Harder officiating. Interment will follow at Fairlawn Cemetery. Strode Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Gene was born on August 23, 1938 in Granite City, Illinois to John Hurles and Mary Rosalia (Caffrey) Gum. He graduated from Granite High School in 1957, and on June 26, 1958, he married Patsy Ann Hale in Tulsa, Oklahoma. They were married for over forty years before her death in 2001. In April of 2009, Gene remarried to Ruth Turner in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He is preceded in death by his parents; first wife; and son, Eugene Gum, Jr. He is survived by his wife, Ruth Gum; three sons, Brian, Craig, and Kevin Gum; two daughters, Debbie Sellman and Tracey Robinson; ten grandchildren, Amanda Sellman, Ashley Sellman, Patrick Gum, Carly Gum, Matthew Gum, Landry Gum, Trevor Gum, Mackenzie Robinson, Sydney Robinson, and Ennis Sellman; and one brother, Richard Gum. Pallbearers will include Brian Gum, Craig Gum, Kevin Gum, Matt Gum, Ennis Sellman, and Mike Robinson. Condolences may be emailed to the family and an online obituary may be viewed by visiting www.strodefh.com Strode Funeral Home Stillwater, OK Published in The News Star on September 8, 2012

Irma Maureen Hare Nolan Funeral services for Mrs. Maureen Nolan will be held 4:00 p.m. Saturday, September 8, 2012 at Loch Arbor Baptist Church. Burial will follow at the Loch Arbor Cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. She is survived by her son, Robert Gary Nolan; three brothers, Leon, George, and Alton Nolan; a sister, Sarah Hare Letterman. Visitation will be Saturday at Loch Arbor Baptist Church at 3:00 p.m. until time for services. Published in The News Star on September 8, 2012

Clarence C. Phillips Funeral service for Clarence C. Phillips, 101, of West Monroe will be held at 2:30 pm, Sunday, September 9, 2012 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Rev. Eugene Brown will be officiating. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Clarence was born November 21, 1910 in Eros, LA and passed away September 7, 2012 in West Monroe. He was preceded in death by his two wives, Annie Ruth Freeman Phillips and Dorothy Louise Harper Phillips and two sons, Donald Allen and Billy Wayne Phillips and his brothers and sisters. Clarence was retired from Ouachita Parish Highway Department as a mechanic. Clarence is survived by his children; Ronald Allen, Jerry Phillips and Maude Owens and husband John; 6 grandchildren; Charles Allen, Daniel Allen, Jason Allen, Beverly Ann Phillips, Karen Owens and Gayle Owens. Pallbearers will be William Guyton, Todd Sylvester, James De Buba Shaw, Greg Morehead, Jerry Howell, and Billy Edwards. Visitation will be held Saturday 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 September 8, 2012

Dr. William A. Walker, Jr. Memorial services for Dr. William A. Walker, Jr., 91, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, September 8, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Dennis Mitchell officiating. A reception will follow at Amvets Center, 371 DeSiard Plaza Drive, Monroe, LA 71203. Dr. Walker, professor emeritus of history at the University of Louisiana at Monroe, died at his home in Monroe on Wednesday, September 5, 2012. Dr. Walker was born on January 12, 1921, in Sparta, Tennessee. His father and mother were both teachers: W. A. Walker, Sr. and Bessie Nell Lee Walker. Growing up with Dr. Walker in the small middle Tennessee town of Sparta were his two brothers and two sisters: William Thomas Walker, Lloyd Daniel Walker, Martha Johnson Walker Pharris and Betsy Lee Walker Butler Swindell. During World War II, Dr. Walker served as a civilian employee of the U. S. Navy at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, from 1942-1943. He then served in the U. S. Army, inducted in December 1943 and honorable discharged in April 1946. He trained as a military and educational instructor at Camp Shelby, Mississippi, and later at Camp Siebert, Alabama. While in the Army, he was assigned to an engineering heavy-shop company at Camp Claiborne, Louisiana, for field training. Later, he was sent on extended detachment to Washington and Lee University to prepare for assignment to the U. S. Armed Forces Institute at the Army General Hospital at Ft. Carson, Colorado, where he served the remainder of the war as an instructor and educational counselor in the hospital's program for the rehabilitation of battle-wounded and disabled personnel. During his army career, he served in all ranks from private to technician 4th grade. After his military service, Dr. Walker returned to an academic career, receiving his bachelor's degree from Tennessee Tech, his master's from George Peabody College and his Ph.D. from the University of Texas. During this same time, he taught history at Peabody, the University of Texas and East Central Mississippi Junior College. In 1955, Dr. Walker came to Monroe as a professor in the history department of Northeast Louisiana State College (today, the University of Louisiana at Monroe). During a 31-year career, he served as professor and department chair, retiring in 1986 as professor emeritus of history. Dr. Walker is survived by his beloved wife of 69 years, Martha Swallows Walker; son, Dr. William A. Walker, III, and his wife, Rebecca, of San Antonio, Texas; three granddaughters, Jennifer Elizabeth Walker of San Antonio, Texas, Julie Caperton Melton and her husband, Chad, of Piermont, New York, and Kristin Lee Walker of San Antonio, Texas; two step-granddaughters, Kristin Kay MacMane and her husband, Troy, of Houston, Texas, and Courtney Anne Meadows of Austin, Texas; two great-grandsons, Presley William Walker of San Antonio, Texas, and Walker Fair Melton of Piermont, New York; three step-great-granddaughters, Martha Kendall MacMane, Lillian Millay MacMane and Merrilee Anne MacMane, all of Houston, Texas; and special daughter, Stacy Lamb of Monroe, Louisiana and Raleigh, North Carolina. He is also survived by his many friends and former students in the ULM family; his coffee-club friends; his soccer family, Freddy Delgado, Aaron Cline; Dr. Perry Jones and Dr. Max Williams; and helpful friend, William Caverlee. The family expresses gratitude to his physicians: Dr. Emile Barrow; Dr. Michael Hayward; Dr. Arthur Liles; and Dr. Charles Morgan, and a special thanks to his wonderful caregiver, Mary Young. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 8, 2012

Hazel Brewer, 71 OLLA — Hazel Brewer, a retired physical education teacher, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Riser Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Harris Chapel Cemetery.

Brittany N. Crenshaw, 19 Brittany Nicole Crenshaw of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Aug. 16. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

William T. Gainey, 78 START — William Thomas Gainey, a retired U.S. Army veteran, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Start Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Start Cemetery.

Opal C. Hodge, 80 WINNSBORO — Opal Carson Hodge, a retired assistant cashier, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Temple Baptist Church. Visitation is 10 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Crowville Masonic Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home.

Enoch Howard, 78 OLLA — Enoch Howard, former owner of Jeano's Seafood, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home.

Patsy E. Lynch, 72 Patsy Elizabeth Cook Lynch of West Monroe died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Mount Vernon Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Irma M. Nolan, 85 Irma Maureen Hare Nolan of Monroe, retired from Selber Bros. Department Store, died Thursday. Services are 4 p.m. Saturday at Loch Arbor Baptist Church, Swartz. Visitation is 3 p.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Linda G. Salsbury, 66 DOWNSVILLE — Linda Gaye Salsbury, a medical secretary, died Wednesday. Graveside services are 3 p.m. Sunday at New Chapel Hill Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation is 1-2:30 p.m. Sunday at Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Gary Lee Spillers, 61 EROS — Gary Lee Spillers, a truck driver, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at First Baptist Church, Calhoun. Visitation is 1 p.m. Sunday until service time at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Neta A. Springer, 59 QUITMAN — Neta Arrant Springer, a secretary, died Thursday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Monday at Mount Olive West Cemetery, Bienville Parish. Arrangements are under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Carolyn G. Taylor, 80 Carolyn Granberry Taylor of West Monroe, retired secretary for Ouachita Parish School Board, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens, West Monroe.

David W. Thomas, 48 David Wade Thomas of West Monroe, a mechanic, died Thursday. Memorial services are 3 p.m. Sunday at Abundant Grace Tabernacle, Cartwright. Arrangements are under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Allred, Mary "Ruth" Taylor: 2 p.m. Saturday, Goodwill Baptist Church, Goodwill. Baker, Amy: 2 p.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Beckstrom, Barbara Jean: 10 a.m. Saturday, Hill Baptist Church, north of Oak Grove. Brown, Marquis: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Baptist Church. Bynum, Wanda: 11 a.m. Monday, St. James Baptist Church, Sterlington. Cephus, Steve Collins: noon Saturday, St. Luke Baptist Church, Newellton. Davis Jr., Lawrence J.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Greater Realness Church, West Monroe. Ellis, Lemuel: 11 a.m. Saturday, Abundant Life Evangelistic Ministry, Winnsboro. Hall, Verdie: 11 a.m. Saturday, China Grove Baptist Church, Monroe. Hayes, Henry: 1 p.m. Saturday, Richardson Funeral Home, Monroe. Jackson, Earline: 11 a.m. Monday, Greater First Church of God in Christ, Bastrop. Johnson, Shirley M.: 1 p.m. Saturday, Riverside Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe. Jones, Mesha Lacurcia: 1 p.m. Saturday, Christ Temple Baptist Church, Grambling. Kie, Charles: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater One Baptist Church, Delhi. Loring, Ruthie: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Matthews Baptist Church. Matthews Jr., Randle: 11 a.m. Saturday, Galilee Missionary Baptist Church, Collinston. McGarr, LaTela: 1 p.m. Saturday, Rayville Baptist Church, Rayville. Phillips, Walter: 1 p.m. Saturday, New Hope Church of God in Christ, Oak Grove. Pierce, Doyle E.: 10 a.m. Saturday, Bethany Baptist Church Reception Hall. Roberts, Jimmy Nell: 11 a.m. Saturday, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Sanford, Joyce Lyons: 10 a.m. Saturday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Squyres, Kenneth Wayne: 2 p.m. Saturday, Pine Hill Baptist Church, Sicily Island. Stewart, Raynette Shanelle: 1 p.m. Saturday, Palestine Baptist Church, Tallulah. Stovall Sr., Javance: 11 a.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Toney, Herbert M.: noon Saturday, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Monroe. Walker Jr., Dr. William: 2 p.m. Saturday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Ward, Bonnie Marie Luttrell: 10 a.m. Saturday, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Williams, Cloteal Bynum: 11 a.m. Saturday, St. Phillips Baptist Church, Monroe.

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

BRISCOE ALLEN Briscoe Allen was born to the late Charlie Allen & Mable Roberts Allen in Downsville, LA. Briscoe was reared by his late grandmother, Gertrude Dickerson Roberts in Ouachita Parish. Briscoe's last wish was to be laid to rest next to the remains of his beloved mother. A grave-side service will be held on Tuesday, September 11, 2012, at 3:00 p.m. at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church Cemetery in West Monroe, LA. The Reverend, Matecki Nelson will be officiating. The public is welcome to join the family as we pay our last respects. Hesters Central State Funeral Home Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on September 9, 2012

Brittany Nicole Crenshaw Funeral services for Brittany Nicole Crenshaw, 19, of West Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM, Monday, September 10, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Warren Eckhardt officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Brittany was a loving mother, daughter, granddaughter, sister, niece, cousin, friend… She attended Riser Junior High and OPAC School in West Monroe. Brittany lived in West Monroe, and Bastrop, LA. She loved sports, cheerleading, hunting, fishing, and spending quality time with all of her family. Brittany was full of life, and always made every day a main concern for her daughter. Survivors include her daughter, Brooklynn Renee May; mother and stepdad, Gina and Jimmy Moore of West Monroe; dad, Hayward Crenshaw of Bastrop; grandmothers, Kathy Ticheli of Monroe and Betty Crenshaw of Bastrop; and siblings, Olivia Jeffery of Arkansas, Jimmy Moore of West Monroe, Kaci Crenshaw, Kyle Crenshaw, and Jon Crenshaw, all of Bastrop; three nephews, Landon, Byrson, Mason; a niece; former stepbrother, Jackson Harrington; and numerous cousins, uncles, aunts, and friends. Pallbearers will be Jeff Ticheli, Glen Chisholm, James Ticheli, J. D. Belmore, Steven Wayne Moore, Aron Labru, and Kyle Crenshaw. Honorary pallbearer will be Christopher Gable. Visitation will be Sunday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM 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 September 9, 2012

William Thomas Gainey Services for Mr. William Thomas Gainey, 78, of Start, LA will be 2:00 PM, Sunday, September 9, 2012, at Start Baptist Church in Start, LA with Rev. Jeff Thomas officiating. Interment to follow in Start Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home-Rayville, LA. Mr. Gainey a member Start Baptist Church was a retired Untied States Army Veteran. He was also retired from East Ouachita Recreation District, and S&K Menswear. He also went back to college and earned his bachelor's degree in business. He was preceded in death by his parents William Riley Gainey and Katie Clack Gainey, brother Louis F. Gainey and a sister Ethel Gainey Word. He is survived by two daughters, Suzanne G. Allen and her husband Ron of Start, LA, Lori G. Mitchell and her husband Ronnie of Monroe, LA, two granddaughters, Katie Dalton and Hailey Prine, and one grandson, Adam Brister. Pallbearers, Joel Smart, Don Parker, Bentley Curry, Ray Trisler, Kevin Henry, Bradley Parker and Buddy Hollis Deacons of Start Baptist Church will serve as Honorary Pallbearer. Memorials may be made to Start Baptist Church, American Cancer Society or charity of choice . On line registry/condolences at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on September 9, 2012

Enoch Howard Funeral services for Enoch Howard, 78, of Olla, will be held at 2:00 PM, Monday, September 10, 2012, at Riser Funeral Home in Columbia with Bro. Jimmy Goodman officiating. Interment will follow at Welcome Home Cemetery in Grayson. Visitation will be Monday from 12:00 PM until service time at the funeral home. Enoch was born October 6, 1933 to John and Ellen Adams Howard in Winnsboro and he passed from this life on September 7, 2012 at his residence in Olla. He was a heavy equipment operator with Union of Operating Engineers Local 406 and he owned Jeano's restaurant in Grayson. He was an avid fisherman and LSU and Saints football fan. He was preceded in death by his wife: Jean Howard; his parents; five brothers: Paul, Willie, Felton, Norman, and Louis Howard. He is survived by three daughters: Jennifer House of Duson, LA; Penny Howard of Baton Rouge; Stephannie Wright of Baton Rouge; brother: Elzie Howard and his wife Anne of Monroe; sister: Vivian Slocum of Bastrop; sister-in-law: Betty Howard of Columbia; grandson: John Wiggins of Baton Rouge; two granddaughters: Amy Mowad and her husband David of Lafayette; Lindsey Wright of Baton Rouge; great-grandson: Jacob Mowad of Lafayette. Pallbearers will be John Wiggins, David Mowad, Bobby Pailette, Charles Taylor, John Taylor, and Bobby Finley. You may send online condolences to the Howard family at www.riserfuneralhomes.com Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Published in The News Star on September 9, 2012

Patsy Elizabeth Cook Lynch Funeral Services for Patsy Elizabeth Cook Lynch, 72, of West Monroe, LA will be held 10:00 AM, Monday, September 10, 2012, at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA with Rev. Randy Burdeaux, Rev. Herman Lenard and Rev. Pat Loftin officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mrs. Lynch was born on February 3, 1940 in Homer, LA and died in West Monroe, LA on September 6, 2012. She was a member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church, the NBHA and also Woodlawn Riding Club. Mrs. Lynch is preceded in death by her brothers, Billy and Bobby Cook. Survivors include her husband, Troy Chester Lynch; children, Melanie Ann Lynch, Guy W. Lynch and Melody Lee Lynch Anderson and husband, Robert L. III; grandchildren, Shawn Tyler Hobbs, Emily Grace Lewis, Aaron Guy Mitchell, Katie Elizabeth Lynch and Austin Lee Matthews; sisters-in-law, Gwendolyn Hudgins Lynch, Juanita Stone Oakes and Fannie Wolfe Cook. Pallbearers will be Robert Elliott, Michael Elliott, David "Bo" Wilkes, Keith Myers, Walter Kelley, and William "Sandy" Stevens. Honorary Pallbearers will be Rodney Cannon, Ray Calloway, Jack Taylor, J.E. Wilkes, Tommy Gist, and Ben Brooks. Visitation will be held on Sunday, September 9, 2012 at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Memorials may be made to the Mt. Vernon Baptist Church. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 9, 2012

Gary Lee Spillers Gary Lee Spillers of Eros lost his fervent battle with cancer on September 6, 2012. Gary was born on July 23, 1951, in Monroe, LA to John Alvin Spillers and Vera Jean Hattaway Spillers. Gary was a retired truck driver and equipment operator. He loved deer hunting, fishing, coyote hunting, and cooking. Above all else, Gary put his family and friends first in his life. Everyone who knew Gary knew that he was happiest when he was teasing and joking around with people. When asked what Gary wanted people to remember the most about his life, Gary said, "I loved life and enjoyed every minute of it." Gary was preceded in death by Vera Jean Hattaway Spillers (Mother), John Alvin Spillers (Father), Billye Ann Spillers (1st Wife), Bryn Alexander Manning (Son), and Nikki Lynn Manning (Daughter). Gary is survived by Sonia LaDell Price Spillers (Wife), Alvin Ray Spillers (Brother), Debbie Spillers Schmidt (Sister), Susan Spillers McDaniel (Sister), Clifton Edwin Caughlin (Son), Alesa Ann Spillers de Hernandez and Julio Hernandez (Daughter and Son-in-Law), Bruce Lee and Kelli Manning (Son and Daughter- in-Law), Dustin Louis and Whitney Spillers (Son and Daughter-in-Law), Billye Elizabethe Toms, Erin Michelle Munshi, Briana, Vivian, and Aubrie Manning (Grand-daughters), Garret Paul Ferguson and John Morgan Manning (Grandsons), Rita Spillers Kelly (Step-Mother), as well as numerous great-grandchildren, cousins, nieces, and nephews. Pallbearers are Randy Hattaway, Glen Hattaway, Chris Hattaway, Oscar Roy Hattaway, Ronald Gene Hattaway, Bruce & Morgan Manning. Honorary Pallbearers are Danny McIntosh, Roy Holton, Freddy Johnson, Arnold Hollingsworth, Leson Williams, Ronnie Dale Fretwell, Louie Thompson and Bobby Thomas. Services will be held at First Baptist Church Calhoun on Sunday 2:00p.m. and presided over by Pastor Neil Everett. After which Gary will be cremated and laid to rest next to his mother at Liberty Cemetery in Calhoun, 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 September 9, 2012

Louis O. "Todd" Williams III Graveside services for Mr. Louis O. "Todd" Williams III, 45, of Marion, LA., will be held on Monday, September 10, 2012, at 10:00 AM at Liberty Hill Taylor Cemetery in Farmerville. Officiating will be Chad Johnson and Bryan Trull, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville. Mr. Williams was born on July 22, 1967 and passed away peacefully in his sleep on September 7, 2012 at his home in Marion, LA surrounded by his family and friends. Todd celebrated a life of hunting, fishing, and outdoor living. He enjoyed fellowship with relatives and friends and lived life to the fullest. He is preceded in death by his father, Louis O. Williams Jr., grandparents, Bill and Margie Wilkie, and Louis and Marie Williams. He is survived by his wife, Jan of Marion, LA; daughter, Jessica Williams and son, Hunter Williams of Brandon, MS; his mother, Beverly Purcell of Brandon, MS; sisters, Karen Silmon of El Dorado, AR; Lisa Kirkpatrick of Brandon, MS; Lori Bane of Atlanta, GA; Denise Williams of Smackover, AR; and one brother, Joe Williams of Smackover, AR; Aunt Jan and Uncle Pat Risinger of Spearsville, LA. Pallbearers are Tracy Alford, Raleigh Gilbert Harrison, Brad Risinger, Johnny Smith, Joe Williams and Hunter Williams. Honorary Pallbearers will be Uncles, Pat Risinger and Buddy Harrison. Visitation will be held on Sunday, September 9, 2012 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Farmerville. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Farmerville, LA Published in The News Star on September 9, 2012

Jordan O. Counts, 15 Jordan O. Counts of West Monroe, a student, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Roselawn Memorial Gardens.

Robert Durham, 87 Robert Lee Durham of West Monroe died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Billie Van Etten, 74 Billie Jean Van Etten of Monroe, a retired LPN, died Thursday. Graveside services are 10 a.m.Monday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Benjamin Graves, 83 Benjamin Fred Graves of Calhoun retired from AT&T, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe.

Angelynn Hargiss, 84 Angelynn Hargiss of Monroe, a retired herbalist, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Elaine Havard, 75 WINNSBORO -- Elaine Oswell Havard, formerly of Delhi, a retired office manager, died Friday. No services are planned at this time. Arrangements under the direction of Cox Funeral Home of Delhi.

Clarence C. Phillips, 101 Clarence C. Phillips of West Monroe, a mechanic, died Friday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery.

Floy Trichell, 87 COLUMBIA -- Floy "Vernell" Trichell, a retired seamstress, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete at this time under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Brewer, Hazel: 2 p.m. Sunday, Riser Funeral Home, Olla. Bynum, Wanda: 11 a.m. Monday, St. James Baptist Church, Sterlington. Crenshaw, Brittany N.: 10 a.m. Monday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Gainey, William Thomas: 2 p.m. Sunday, Start Baptist Church, Start. Jackson, Earline: 11 a.m. Monday, Greater First Church of God in Christ, Bastrop. Lynch, Patsy Cook: 10 a.m. Monday, Mount Vernon Baptist Church, West Monroe. Salsbury, Linda Gaye: 3 p.m. Sunday, New Chapel Hill Baptist Church Cemetery. Spillers, Gary Lee: 2 p.m. Sunday, First Baptist Church, Calhoun. Springer, Neta Arrant: 11 a.m. Monday, Mount Olive West Cemetery, Bienville Parish. Thomas, David Wade: 3 p.m. Sunday, Abundant Grace Tabernacle, Cartwright.

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

Jordan Otha Counts Services for Jordan Otha Counts, 15, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, September 11, 2012, in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens. Officiating will be Beck Payne, Youth Pastor of Family Church in West Monroe. Jordan was born Sept. 11, 1996 in Monroe, LA and passed unexpectedly from this life on Friday, Sept. 7, 2012. He is preceded in death by his great grandfather, Otha Lee Langley; great grandfather, James Sackman; and great grandmother, Billie Faye Counts. He is survived by his mother, Kayla Counts; his father, Jeremy and step-mother, Jennifer Counts; his brothers, Payton and Jeremiah Counts, Kaleb and Wesley Rigsby; his sisters, Kaitlin Many and Mattielyn Mae Counts. He is also survived by his maternal grandmother, Donna Boyce and husband, Dick; grandfather, Bobby Sackman and wife, Celeste; paternal grandmother, Debbie Counts; grandfather, Randy Counts and wife, Theresa; grandparents, Robert and Sharon Many; great grandmother, Nadine Langley and husband, Bill Simpson; great grandparents, Louis and Eva Crusenberry; his uncle, Brandon Counts, and his aunt, Haley Counts; his uncle, Dustin Sackman and his aunt, Kally Sackman; his uncle, Jeremy Many and his wife, Amy; his aunt, Sarah Niswanger and her husband, Fritz; his great uncle, Greg Crusenberry and wife, Tina; and a host of cousins; and many beloved friends. Jordan was an active member of Family Church and E3 Youth Group. He played baseball at Claiborne Christian School before he left to attend West Monroe High where he was in his sophomore year. Pallbearers will be Parker Crusenberry, Carson Crusenberry, Ryne Wedrall, Cole Walker, Hudson Spillers, and Colby Spillers. An account has been set up at Bancorp South In Memory of Jordan Counts. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to help offset funeral costs. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 10, 2012

Garland Leon Hendricks, Jr. Memorial Services for Garland Leon Hendricks, Jr., 68, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, September 11, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, LA. Garland Leon Hendricks, Jr. was born December 16, 1943 and died September 8, 2012. He was born in West Monroe, LA to the late, Garland and Vidalee Hendricks. He is also preceded in death by a brother, Don Hendricks; grandson, Jeremiah. Mr. Hendricks was an avid fisherman, enjoyed cooking and gardening and loved being with his grandchildren. He was a Vietnam Veteran serving in the Air Force. Survived by his wife, Helen Hendricks; son, Garland Hendricks, III and wife, Paula; daughter, Felicia Hendricks Perry and husband, Parnell; grandchildren, Victoria Hendricks, Trey Perry, and Olivia Brooke Perry; sisters, Bobbie Douglas and Cynthia Cascio; brothers and sisters-in-law, Pat Hendricks, Carmen Smith and husband, Elmo, Lupe Gonzales and wife, Jeanne, Margaret Gonzales, Rose McVay and husband, Raymond, Rachel Strain and husband, Hubert, Veronica Green, Theresa Hunt and husband, Charlie, Sam Gonzales and Hope Federico and husband, Al; along with his numerous nieces and nephews that will miss his laughter very much. Visitation will be Tuesday, September 11, 2012 at 1:00 PM until Service time. Memorial can be made to American Cancer Society . Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 10, 2012

Floy "Vernell" Trichell Funeral services for Floy "Vernell" Trichell, 87, of Columbia, LA, will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, September 11, 2012, in the Chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe with Rev. Lindle Stewart officiating. Interment will follow at Hasley Cemetery. Mrs. Trichell passed away Saturday, September 8, 2012, at her residence. She was a native of Possum Valley, AR and a resident of Herbert, LA. Mrs. Trichell was a seamstress for more than 30 years at Monroe Steam and Laundry. She was a member of New Light Baptist Church, an avid hunter and fisherman, a devoted wife, as well as a loving and embracing mother, sister, grand and great grandmother. Mrs.Trichell was preceded in death by her mother, Pearl; stepfather, Bill Loveless; father, Jim Hunter; twin brother, Floyd Trichell; brothers, Buford Hunter and C.B. White; son, Rodger Trichell; and daughter, Judy Trichell. Survivors include husband of 66 years, O.C. Trichell; sons, Ted Trichell and wife Betty, David Trichell and wife Sue, Scott Trichell and wife Sheila; daughter, Diana White; daughter-in-law, Sandi Trichell; grandchildren, Darren Green, Tammy Ferrington, Rhonda Martin, Wendi Risher, Toby Trichell, Kristy Moore, Derrick Trichell, Daniel Trichell, Dusty Trichell, Codi Trichell, Holly Trichell, Chad Tucker; twenty-six great grandchildren, numerous other dear family members, and a host of friends. Pallbearers will be Daniel, Derrick, Dusty, and Josh Trichell, Anthony Rodgers, Chad Tucker, Don Risher, and J.J. Martin. Honorary pallbearers will be Toby Trichell, Ron Moore, and Bill Prince. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Monday. The family wishes to extend their thanks to a dear family member and caregiver, Mrs. Mary Dell Tarver, Dr. Eppinette, David Holloway, Heather Brown and Tonette Scott of Louisiana Hospice. Memorials may be made to New Light Baptist Church Building Fund. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 10, 2012

Harry L. Ball, 66 WATERPROOF — Harry Lamar Ball, a retired ginner, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Cox Funeral Home of Delhi. Visitation is from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Herringville Baptist Church Cemetery.

Angelyn M. Hargiss, 84 Angelyn Marie Rizzo Hargiss, of Monroe, a retired herbalist, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. Matthew Catholic Church. Visitation is from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday with a Rosary at 6 p.m. at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial is in St. Matthews Cemetery.

Mary E. Lee, 94 FARMERVILLE — Mary Ethel Lee, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Haile Baptist Church in Haile. Visitation is from 5-7 p.m. Monday at the church. Burial will be in Liberty Cemetery in Linville under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville.

James Middlebrooks, 87 BASTROP — James "Tincy" Middlebrooks of Bastrop, a retired forester with Georgia-Pacific, died Saturday. Services are at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Chapel of Cox Funeral Home of Bastrop. Visitation is from 5-9 p.m. Monday the funeral home. Burial will be in Hughes Chapel Cemetery.

Louis O. Williams, 45 MARION — Louis O. "Todd" Williams, a construction operator, died Friday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Monday at Liberty Hill Taylor Cemetery in Farmerville under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Farmerville.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Bynum, Wanda: 11 a.m. Monday, St. James Baptist Church, Sterlington. Counts, Jordan O.: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Crenshaw, Brittany N.: 10 a.m. Monday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Jackson, Earline: 11 a.m. Monday, Greater First Church of God in Christ, Bastrop. Lynch, Patsy Cook: 10 a.m. Monday, Mount Vernon Baptist Church, West Monroe. Springer, Neta Arrant: 11 a.m. Monday, Mount Olive West Cemetery, Bienville Parish. Van Etten, Billie Jean: 10 a.m. Monday, Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

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

Helen Quinlan Eoff Helen Q. Eoff passed away peacefully Saturday, September 8, 2012 in Shreveport, La. Helen was born June 8, 1924 in Auburn, New York and resided in Monroe, La. for some 35 years. Helen was preceded in death by her parents William J. Quinlan & Alice Mactaggert Quinlan, her first husband Quinton R. Clement and last husband Robert L. Eoff. Helen is survived by daughters Martha A. Fathers and Theresa Ray Clement, step-daughter Linda M. Hall and step-son David L. Eoff. Helen is survived by grandchildren Jessica, Ashley, Kelly and 3 great grandchildren. Helen was a homemaker, avid bridge player and loved her new comers club. Helen was a wonderful wife, mother and friend to so many. A special thanks to doctors and staff at Promise Hospital, Grace Hospice and Chaplain Regina Wren for her loving care. A memorial service will be held 10:00 AM, Saturday, September 15, 2012, at the First United Methodist Church in West Monroe, LA 1411 Glenwood St. 71291. Aulds Funeral Home Shreveport, LA Published in The News Star on September 11, 2012

Charles William Frazier Jr. Funeral services for Charles William Frazier Jr., 63, of Natchez, MS will be held at Young's Funeral Home Ferriday on Thursday, September 13, 2012 at 10:00 AM with Bro. L.C. Lord officiating. Burial will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park at in Monroe, LA, at 2:00 PM, under the direction of Young's Funeral Home of Ferriday. Charles Frazier was born on February 20, 1949 in Ruston, LA and passed away Saturday, September 8, 2012 at Natchez Community Hospital in Natchez. Mr. Frazier was a graduate of Winnsboro High School. He attended LA-Tech University and graduated from NLU of Monroe, obtaining a BS in Agricultural Business. He was a member of the Methodist Faith. He was preceded in death by: Father-Charles William Frazier, Sr., Mother-Floye Lord Frazier and Brother-Marcus Lord Frazier. Survivors include: His Wife of 43 years, Sally Drewett Frazier of Natchez, MS Daughter-Kelly Thompson and Husband Tony of Jena, LA Daughter-Erin Jackson and Husband Gene of Ferriday, LA Sister-Dee Anna Frazier Knockemus and husband Kevin of Kansas City, MO Mother-in-law-Mrs. Thomas N. Drewett of Jena, LA Four Grandchildren-Jarred Anthony Thompson, Jordyn Jackson Merrill, Jared Gene Jackson, and Sara Jeanette Jackson Great-Grandson-Beau Riley Thompson A host of nieces and nephews. The Honorary Pallbearers will be -Tony Thompson, Gene Jackson, Lee Rife, Bud Robinson, Donnie Davis, and Tommy Lowry. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation at JDRF.org or American Heart Association at Americanheart.org The family will receive friends Young's Funeral Home Ferriday from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM Wednesday, September 12, 2012. To leave an online condolence for the family please visit youngsfh.com Young's Funeral Home Ferriday, LA Published in The News Star on September 11, 2012

Benjamin Fred Graves Funeral Services for Mr. Benjamin Fred Graves, 83, of Calhoun, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, September 12, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Whit Bass officiating. Interment will follow in the Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA. Mr. Graves was born on October 17, 1928 and died on September 7, 2012. He is preceded in death by his parents, Daniel Henry and Tina Ophelia Graves; and his daughter, Ann. Mr. Graves spent his life taking care of those he loved, and was known simply as "Granddaddy" to many. He had a passion for horses and gardening, and also enjoyed woodworking, cooking, and swapping stories with family and friends. He lived a full life and has left many wonderful memories for his beloved family. Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Faye Boyd Graves; daughter, Jane Graves Wilhite husband, Kenny; grandsons, Danny and wife, Tamara, Ben and wife, Lauren, Andy and wife, Lisa and Dusty and wife, Holly. He was also the proud great grandfather of Sloan, Maddy, Alyssa, Haven, Drew and Caedmon. Mr. Grave's Grandsons will serve as Pallbearers along with Lance Kerrigan and Devin Blackman. Honorary Pallbearers will be Matt Graves, Duke Johnson, Bryan Boney, and Chris Hattaway. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Tuesday, September 11, 2012. Memorials may be made to the Louisiana Methodist Children's Home in Ruston, LA. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 11, 2012

Opal Carson Hodge Funeral services for Opal Carson Hodge 80, a retired assistant cashier from Winnsboro, were held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, September 8, 2012, at Temple Baptist Church Winnsboro, LA with Rev. Jessie Garrison and Rev. Mark Breland officiating. Interment will be in Crowville Masonic Cemetery Crowville, LA under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA. Opal was born October 8, 1931 in Lecompte, LA to her parents James H. and Gordie L. West Carson and passed from this life September 7, 2012 at her residence in Winnsboro, LA. She is preceded in death by her parents; husbands Julian Elliott and Stanley Hodge; sisters Yvonne Ortego and Faye Johnson; brother in law Edmond Ortega, Jr. niece Pamela Henson and sister in law Mary Carson. Survivors include children Betsey Snider and husband Mark of New Orleans, LA; Rodney Elliott and wife Sue of Crowville, LA; Ellen Oswell and husband Kevin of Crowville; grandchildren Lauren Snider, Joni McDonald and husband Matt; John Michael Hunter and wife Lindsey; Sara Elliott; Kacie Walley and husband Brett, Bria Oswell; great-grandchildren Eva Kate McDonald; Lona Blaire McDonald; Clara Jane McDonald; brothers Jim Carson; Ray Carson and wife Belca; sisters Edwina Jameson and husband Roy; brother in law David Johnson. Pallbearers will be Don Armstrong, Jimmy Cloessner, Marlin Valentine, Mitchell Valentine, Brett Walley and Mark Walley. Honorary pallbearers will be Deacons of Temple Baptist Church. In lieu of Flowers donations may be made to Temple Baptist Church New Sign Fund. Online condolences may be made at www.gillfirstnational.com Gill First National Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Published in The News Star on September 11, 2012

Minnie Ola Davis Spurlock Funeral services for Minnie Ola Davis Spurlock, 91, of West Monroe will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, September 12, 2012, in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Rev. Woods Watson will be officiating. Interment will follow at New Hope Baptist Cemetery of Choudrant under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Minnie Ola was a resident of West Monroe since the end of World War II. She was preceded in death by her husband of sixty-six years, J.R. Spurlock, and a daughter, Mary Annette Spurlock Pinion. During World War II, Minnie Ola served as a mail carrier, but for the rest of her life, she was a mother and homemaker. She knew how to make a home a safe refuge and how to be the perfect hostess. Sewing, quilting, needle pointing, and making clothes for her three daughters were also among Minnie Ola's many talents. Minnie Ola also loved and cherished her nine grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. Cooking for them was one of her greatest pleasures, and they all recall her delicious roast with rice and gravy. Minnie Ola leaves behind two daughters Kathy Spurlock Leonard and Cynthia Spurlock Batley, and a son-in-law Rocky Batley, who will miss her so much. Although all of Minnie Ola's eight siblings are deceased, she has sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law who will also mourn her passing. Pallbearers are Rocky Batley, Jason Leonard, Rob Sale, Michael Brown, Ray Lewis and Wes Tichenor. Visitation will be held Tuesday 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 September 11, 2012

Kenneth Bain, 71 CALHOUN — Kenneth Bain, a retired mechanic with Graphic Packaging, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Bonnie Coleman, 80 Bonnie Coleman of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Jordan O. Counts, 15 Jordan O. Counts of West Monroe, a student, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens.

Bennett P. Dalfiume, 96 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Bennett P. "Pet" Dalfiume died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. Edward's Catholic Church, Tallulah. Rosary services are 5 p.m. Tuesday at Cox Funeral Home, Lake Providence, with visitation following from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Private burial will be in Lake Providence Cemetery.

James M. Elliott Sr., 66 James Malvin Elliott Sr. of Monroe, an educator, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Peggy Fogleman, 74 Peggy Fogleman of Monroe, a retired office worker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Harold D. Freeman, 78 BASTROP — Harold Dean Freeman, a retired mail carrier, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Jay D. Hammock, 58 RUSTON — Jay D. Hammock, an insurance agent, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at First Baptist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Owens Memorial Chapel, Ruston. Burial will be in Pines Memorial Cemetery. Mary Handy, 91 Mary Handy of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Angelynn Hargiss, 84 Angelynn Hargiss of Monroe, a retired herbalist, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Garland L. Hendricks Jr., 68 Garland Leon Hendricks Jr. of West Monroe, a retired oilfield salesman, died Saturday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 1 p.m. Tuesday until service time.

John K. Martin Sr., 61 WINNFIELD — John Kelley Martin Sr., a logger, died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Tuesday and 8 a.m. Wednesday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Antioch Community Cemetery, Brewton's Mill. Johnnie M. Martin, 70 CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Johnnie Mae Martin, formerly of Monroe, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Lena M. Maza, 87 Lena Mae Maza of West Monroe, an antique dealer, died Monday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at McCormick Cemetery, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Dustin N. McClelland, 21 WINNSBORO — Dustin Neil McClelland, a pipeline worker, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Ethel L. Reid, 94 Ethel Lee Reid of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

James T. Rogers Jr., 67 RUSTON — James Thomas Rogers Jr. of Lafayette, an educator, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Willie Scott, 74 Willie "Pistol" Scott of Monroe, a truck driver, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Pleasant Green 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.

Charles E. Taylor, 61 Charles E. Taylor of Monroe, a butcher, died Aug. 31. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.

Floy Trichell, 87 COLUMBIA — Floy "Vernell" Trichell, a retired seamstress, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery. Grace Wilson, 80 Grace Wilson of Monroe, a retired registered nurse, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Ball, Harry Lamar: 2 p.m. Tuesday, Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Lee, Mary Ethel: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Haile Baptist Church, Haile. Middlebrooks, James "Tincy": 2 p.m. Tuesday, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop.

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

Kenneth N. Bain Funeral services for Kenneth Bain 71, of Calhoun, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, September 13, 2012, at First Baptist Church Calhoun, LA. Rev. Neil Everett and Rev. Richard Crockett will be officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Zion Cemetery Calhoun under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mr. Bain was born November 18, 1940 in Liberty, Texas and passed away September 10, 2012 in Calhoun. He was retired from Graphic Packaging as a general mechanic. Mr. Bain was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He was an amateur ham radio operator and was a Mason. Mr. Bain loved watching LSU and Saints football games and Nascar racing on television. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Beverly Bain; sons, Kenny Bain, wife Cam and daughter Katie and Barry Bain and children Bethany and Jonathan; brother, Bill Bain and wife Linda; sister-in-law, Carolyn Upton and husband Al; uncle, Rex Bain and wife June; aunt, Betty Tanner and husband Oliver; nieces, Deana Upton Taylor and husband Bobby, Debbie Bain Williams and husband Phil; nephews, Denny Upton and wife Amy and Dale Bain and wife Dawn and numerous cousins. Pallbearers will be Al Upton, Todd Freeman, Richard Tedeton, Ray Walters, Julien Johnston, Marshal Eubanks. Honorary pallbearers will be Roy Turner, Johnny Grant, Randy Wilbanks and John Paul Rieger. A special thanks to his hospice nurse, Melanie Dye and Chaplain Danny Hawthorne. Visitation will be held Wednesday from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at First Baptist Church Calhoun. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 12, 2012

Vicki Lynn Sansone Bryan Photo Date: September 7, 2012 Vicki Lynn Sansone Bryan, resident of West Monroe, LA, passed away suddenly from a massive stroke on September 10, 2012, at the age of 59. Vicki was born on September 27, 1952, in Lake Providence, LA. For almost 30 years she was employed as a Deputy Clerk of Court for Ouachita Parish. Her passion in life was spending time with her children and grandchildren. Vicki cherished all the relationships she had with family and friends. She enjoyed hunting, fishing, and traveling to see the beauties of nature. Vicki is survived by husband, Charles Bryan. They enjoyed a wonderful marriage of 22 years. Children, Lea Washam Hardie, Donovan "Donnie" Washam, Jessica Bryan Gamez and Jenny Bryan Tarr. Grandchildren, Dylan Vaughn Hardie, Kaylan Victoria Hardie, Samuel Urrvano Gamez and Harper Mae Tarr. Siblings, Jerry, Johnny, and Anthony Sansone. Preceded in death by parents, Joseph Anthony and Mae Fern Sansone. Vicki was an organ donor and wished to be cremated. A private Memorial Service will be announced at a later date. Condolences may be made to the family at www.griffinfuneralhome.net. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital . Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 12, 2012

William Roy Dowden After a lengthy battle with Parkinson's Disease and cancer, the Rev. William Roy Dowden went Home to his Lord and Savior, Saturday, September 8, 2012. Brother Roy was born February 10, 1919, the third son of Ivy and Fanny Curtis Dowden. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, brothers Carl Dowden, Fern Dowden and Jean Dowden, all of Louisiana, a sister, Lillian Dowden Stone, and son in law, David G. Hayley, both of Texas. He is survived by his wife of 63+years, Pauline "Polly" Polk Dowden,of Hornbeck, two daughters, Susan D. Dowden Hayley, also of Hornbeck, Jane E. Dowden Ellis, her husband, the Rev. Dr. Ronald L. Ellis, President of California Baptist University, of Riverside, California. He is also survived by two grandsons, Ashton Dowden Ellis, his wife Lauren Conner Ellis (of Lake Charles, LA), their three children, Charles Henry, Teresa "Tess" Mary and James Marion, of Cailfornia, and Erik-Zachary Dowden Ellis, his wife Rebecca West Ellis, and their daughter, Elisabeth "Betty" of Catoosa, OK. He is also survived by two sisters, Mary Dowden Laurence of Anacoco, LA and Marnee Dowden Williamson of Lake Charles, LA. Brother Dowden graduated from Kisatchie High School in 1935. He was attending Northwestern Normal College in Natchitoches, LA when the outbreak of WW2 caused his National Guard unit to be called to active duty. He served in the US Army in the Southern Pacific until the end of the war. He then returned to NW Normal and later transferred to SLI in Lafayette, LA, where he received a BS in Agriculture. He received a MS in Sociology from Stephen F. Austin, in Nacogdoches, TX. He later attended Southwestern Theological Seminary in Ft. Worth, TX and graduated with a Masters in Divinity. Upon graduation, he and Ms. Polly moved back to Louisiana to pastor at the First Baptist Church of Athens, LA., then Peniel Baptist Church in West Monroe, LA and finally the First Baptist Church of Hornbeck, LA. He was an interim and substitute pastor for many congregations until his second retirement. He also served on the Louisiana Baptist Board of Trustees from 1975 to 1981. A wake will be held at the First Baptist Church of Hornbeck on Wednesday, September 12, 2012 from 5:00 PM until 8:30 PM. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, September 13, 2012 at 10:00 AM. A graveside service will follow at the Toro Cemetery in the Plainview Community in Sabine Parish. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to The Gideons International-www.gideons.org or to the Wounded Warrior Project-www.Wounded Warrior Project.com. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.warrenmeadows.com Warren Meadows Funeral Home Many, LA Published in The News Star on September 12, 2012

Jessica Lynn White Monnat 08/01/1984 - 09/12/2011 We miss you so much. Not a day goes by that we don't think of how blessed we were to have you in our lives. We look forward to seeing you again. Love, Mom and Dad Published in The News Star on September 12, 2012

Jimmy D. Adams, 61 Jimmy Dexter Adams of Monroe, who worked for the Louisiana state fire marshal, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Swartz First Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the church. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

George E. Eckles Jr., 76 MER ROUGE — George Edward Eckles Jr., a retired farmer, died Monday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Mer Rouge Cemetery. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

James Gordon, 78 COLUMBIA — James E. "Sonny" Gordon, a retired Ouachita Fertilizer employee, died Monday. Memorial services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Riser Funeral Home. Visitation is 9 a.m. Saturday until service time.

Benjamin F. Graves, 83 Benjamin Fred Graves of Calhoun died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. Wednesday until service time. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Tommie J. Greer, 78 RAYVILLE — Tommie Jean Greer, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Rayville First Baptist Church. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home Burial will be in Greer Cemetery.

Sarah Hall, 85 CALVIN — Sarah Lynn Hall, a retired teacher, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at First Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday and 10 a.m. Thursday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Garden of Memories, Winnfield, under the direction of Southern Funeral Home.

Angelyn M. Hargiss, 84 Angelyn Marie Rizzo Hargiss of Monroe, a retired herbalist, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at St. Matthew Catholic Church Mausoleum Chapel. Visitation is 1 p.m. Wednesday until service time at the mausoleum. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Sheila Howard, 49 OAK GROVE — Sheila Howard, a dietary assistant, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Dustin N. McClelland, 21 WINNSBORO — Dustin Neil McClelland died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery.

Harold Nichols, 78 START — Harold "Nick" Nichols, retired heavy equipment mechanic, died Monday. Memorial services arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Kalu Ota, 64 RUSTON — Kalu Ota, a poultry factory assembly line worker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Robert Randolph, 64 BASTROP — Robert Randolph died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home.

James T. Rogers Jr., 67 LAFAYETTE — James Thomas Rogers Jr., an educator, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Hamilton Cemetery. Visitation is 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Charlie Simpkins Jr., 69 RAYVILLE — Charlie Simpkins Jr., a construction worker, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home.

Minnie Spurlock, 91 Minnie Ola Davis Spurlock of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in New Hope Cemetery, Choudrant.

Iris Wallace, 81 WINNSBORO — Iris Lorraine "Jo" Wallace, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at River of Life Church. Visitation is 5—8 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in Chase Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home.

Mary A. Whitton, 75 Mary Alice Whitton of Sterlington, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Mildred S. Wilson, 85 Mildred Savanna Wilson of Monroe, a registered nurse, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Melba V. Yeldell, 89 Melba Vanderberg Yeldell of Swartz, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 3 p.m. Thursday at Pine Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Dalfiume, Bennett "Pet": 10 a.m. Wednesday, St. Edward's Catholic Church, Tallulah. Freeman, Harold Dean: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Hammock, Jay D.: 10 a.m. Thursday, First Baptist Church, Ruston. Martin Sr., John Kelley: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield. Maza, Lena Mae: 2 p.m. Wednesday, McCormick Cemetery, West Monroe. Scott, Willie "Pistol": 11 a.m. Saturday, Pleasant Green Baptist Church, Richwood. Taylor, Charles E.: 11 a.m. Wednesday, Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

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

Jimmy Dexter Adams Funeral service for Mr. Jimmy Dexter Adams, 61, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 10:00AM Friday, September 14, 2012, at the Swartz First Baptist Church with Rev. Jeff Smart officiating. Interment will follow in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd. Monroe. Mr. Adams passed away on September 11, 2012, at St. Francis Medical Center. He was a graduate of Northeast Louisiana University in Criminal Justice. Mr. Adams worked for the Caldwell Parish Sheriff's Office, retired from the West Monroe Police Department and was currently working for the Louisiana State Fire Marshal's office. He was a member of the Swartz First Baptist Church and was preceded in death by his parents, James Lionel and Wanda Voncille Adams. Survivors include his wife of 27 years, Teena Yarbrough Adams; daughter, Rebecca Adams Brinson and husband Mike of St. Joseph, LA; sister, Donna Adams Fuller and husband Basil of West Monroe, LA; two grandchildren, Brock and Alyssa Brinson; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, and uncle. Pallbearers will be Wesley, Marcus, and Brandon Yarbrough, Ryan Hart, and Kevin and Will Howland. Visitation will be from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Thursday at Swartz First Baptist Church. Memorials may be made to the Swartz First Baptist Church Building Fund. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 13, 2012

Mary Elizabeth Bamburg Services for Mary Elizabeth Bamburg, 88, of West Monroe were held at 1:00 P.M. Wednesday September 12, 2012 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe with Bro. Will Anderson officiating. Interment was in Luna Methodist Church Cemetery. Mrs. Bamburg was born on December 23, 1923 in West Monroe and passed away on September 9, 2012 in West Monroe. Mrs. Bamburg was the only child born to the union of Joseph Rankin and Delilah Shell McKeel. Mrs. Bamburg was a graduate of the University of Louisiana at Monroe. She was a retired elementary school teacher from Fort Necessity and Watson Elementary. After she retired from teaching, Mrs. Bamburg worked for the Louisiana Department of Welfare until her second retirement. She was preceded in death by her husband Everett Bamburg and her son Fred Bamburg. Survivors include her children, Lila Bamburg, Davis Bamburg, and Michelle Duplantis and husband Eric; daughter-in-law, Sandra Bamburg; grandchildren, Heather Skidmore and husband Brian, Ian, Joshua, Jesse, and Savannah Bamburg. Online registry/condolence:www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 13, 2012

Peggy Jo Fogleman Funeral services for Mrs. Peggy Jo Fogleman, 74, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 11:00 AM Friday September 14, 2012 at the Loch Arbor Baptist Church in Monroe, LA, with Rev. Andy Myrick officiating. Interment will follow in the Loch Arbor Church Cemetery. Mrs. Fogleman was born on February 12, 1938 in Delhi, LA, and passed away on September 9, 2012 in Monroe, LA. She loved her family, gardening, fishing, and being outdoors. Survivors include her children, Becky Harper and husband Rick of Monroe, LA, Sandy Mayfield and husband Monte of Richmond, VA, Sheri Giagnoni and husband David of McHenry, IL, Johnnie Fogleman and wife Jackie of McHenry, IL; grandchildren, Dayna Freeman, Michael Freeman and wife Tiffany, Monte Mayfield, Jr, Audra Morgan and husband Roger, Jessica McDevitt, Lexie Fogleman, Taylor Harper, Jacob Harper, Anthony Giagnoni and Vincent Giagnoni; great grandchildren, Chloe and M.J. Freeman and Gabriel and Nathanael Morgan; one sister, Bille Nugent and husband Ronnie of Baton Rouge, LA; niece, Nikki Tinsley; nephew, Neale Nugent and wife Rebecca; and two great nieces, Kylie Tinsley and JoAnne Mabry. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Thursday September 13, 2012 at Loch Arbor Baptist Church. The family wishes to extend their thanks to the Monroe Police Department. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 13, 2012

Tommie Jean Greer Services for Tommie Jean Greer, 78, of Rayville will be held at 10:00AM Thursday, September 13, 2012 at Rayville First Baptist Church with Dr. Eddie Wren officiating. Interment will follow in the Greer Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home-Rayville. She was born on March 1, 1934 in Joaquin, Texas and passed away Tuesday, September 11, 2012 after a lengthy illness. She was a loving wife, a dear mother, grandmother, and Great grandmother. She was a special person in that she was always more concerned about others than herself. She was a devoted homemaker, gardener, and until her death played a big role in the family farm. She was an inspiration to many during her time of illness, always expressing her faith, and telling others that everything was alright. She was a member of Rayville First Baptist Church. She is preceded in death by her parents-B. E. Blackmon and Grace Martin Blackmon; two sisters-Geneva Faucheaux and Christine Holbrook; and a brother-Wallace Ray Blackmon. She is survived by her husband of 63 years-Frank E. Greer; one son-Edward Earl Greer and wife Gail of Rayville; two daughters-Carol Jean Greer Stansbury and husband David of Rayville and Rhonda Greer Wallace and husband Thomas of Crowville; three sisters- Mary Gooch of Bridgecity, Tx, Wanda Greer of Rayville, and Ann Keye of Murryville, GA; Grandchildren-Toni Greer, Crystal Barras, Brooks Greer, Adam Stansbury, Kyla Branch, Misty O'Neal, Nick Weems, and Ally Beth Weems; eight great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Adam Stansbury, Tim Branch, Nick Weems, Brooks Greer, Mike Barras, and Scott Hunt. A special thanks to her church family, doctors and staff at Richardson Medical Center, and all the employees and management of Richland Hospice. Online registry/condolences at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on September 13, 2012

Jay D. Hammock Funeral services for Mr. Jay D. Hammock, age 58 of Ruston, will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, September 13, 2012 at First Baptist Church in Ruston. Dr. Chris Craig will officiate the service. Burial will follow in Pines Memorial Gardens in Ruston under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Ruston. Mr. Hammock was born July 12, 1954 in Ruston to John Donald Hammock and Barbara Brooks Hammock. He died September 9, 2012 in Ruston. Mr. Hammock was a graduate of Ruston High and Louisiana Tech University and was an Insurance Agent for the Brooks Hammock Insurance Agency. He was very active in community service and gave his time to the Ruston Lion's Club, the Ruston Jaycees, was a member of Alpha Tau Omega fraternity and was a Scout Master for Boy Scout Troop 45. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Ruston and sang in the church choir. In his spare time, he enjoyed going to Ruston High School football games, watching football and westerns on television, going to museums and "taking pictures of pictures" but especially he loved spending time with his family. Mr. Hammock's wish was that he would be able to be a donor and his wish was able to be fulfilled. Mr. Hammock is survived by his wife of 23 years: Janet Lamkin Hammock; children: Mary Katherine (Katie) and husband Doyle Allen Sandifer, Kevin Scott Sherrard and wife Lennie and Matthew Loyd; grandson: Ryan Allen Sandifer, his mother: Barbara Brooks Hammock; his twin sister: Kay and husband Marty Baumgarder; his other sisters: Gayle and husband Robert Martin and Donna and husband Carey Young; his brother: David Hammock and wife Michelle; his aunt: Joy Brooks Campbell as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by his father: John Donald Hammock. Visiatation will be held from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Wednesday, September 12, 2012 at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the Matthew Loyd Education Expenses account at Iberia Bank in Ruston To leave a memorial message for the family, please visit www.owensmemorialfuneralhome.com Published in The News Star on September 13, 2012

Mary Emma Norris Funeral services for Mary Emma Norris, 89, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Friday, September 14, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe with grandson Beck Payne officiating. Graveside service will be at 4:00 PM Friday in the Farmerville City Cemetery, Farmerville, LA. Mrs. Norris was born on February 11, 1923 in Farmerville, LA and passed away Tuesday, September 11, 2012. Mrs. Norris was preceded in death by her parents, Sidney and Bertha Tarbutton Moore; son, John Porter Norris, Jr.; two sisters, Hazel Fleming and Helen Cloud; and two brothers, Robert H. Moore and Charles S. Moore. Mrs. Norris retired from the University of Louisiana Monroe, having served as an administrative assistant in both the Math and English Departments. She was a member of Church of God, West Monroe and the China Painting Guild of Monroe. Survivors include her husband, John Porter Norris; one daughter, Donna Payne and husband Robert Charles Payne, Sr.; three grandchildren, Robert Charles Payne, Jr., Andrew Beck Payne and wife Jodi Payne, and Laurie Devone Payne; five great grandchildren, Elizabeth Grace Payne, Gracen Hope Payne, Addelyn Faith Payne, Hutson Beck Payne, and Kendall Beck Ford; three sisters, Elva Lois Jean, Mildred Abrams, Betty Cornett; one brother, John R. Moore; and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Thursday, September 13, 2012, from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The family wishes to extend their thanks to Kaye South for her loving devotion to Mrs. Norris during her lengthy illness. Memorials may be made to Family Church Youth Ministries, 320 Laird Street, West Monroe, LA 71291. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 13, 2012

Mary Alice "Bushy" Whitton Funeral services for Mary Alice "Bushy" Whitton, 75, of Sterlington, LA will be at 11:00 AM, Friday, September 14, 2012 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe with Rev. Marcel Crowe officiating. Interment will follow at Pine Grove South Cemetery in Bastrop, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Mrs. Whitton was born on October 10, 1936 in Tendal, LA and passed away on September 11, 2012 in Sterlington, LA in the comfort of her own home surrounded by loved ones. She loved her family and visiting with friends and family over coffee. She also enjoyed cooking, never met a stranger and was a mother to us all. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arza (Sonny) Whitton. She is survived by her sons: Arza "Butch" Whitton and wife, Kathy, Vance "Stevie" Whitton and his wife, Donna, Kevin Whitton and his wife, Regina; Sisters: Diane Whitton and her husband, Mac and Peggy Laudadio and her husband, Jim, 7 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Thursday, September 13, 2012 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 13, 2012

Grace Bullock Wilson Funeral services for Grace Bullock Wilson, 80, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 2:00 P.M. Friday September 14, 2012 at Cypress Street Church of God in West Monroe with Rev. Dennis Anger officiating. Interment will be in Walnut Ridge Cemetery in Quitman, LA, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in Monroe, LA. Mrs. Wilson was born on February 11, 1932 in Friendship, LA, and passed away on September 10, 2012 in Monroe, LA. She was a member of the Cypress Street Church of God in West Monroe. Mrs. Wilson was a registered nurse having graduated from the Charity School of Nursing in New Orleans. She had a love for art painting. She is preceded in death by her parents, Emanuel and Trudie Bullock, son, Kevin Wilson, and brother, Arthur Bullock. Survivors include her husband, Joe E. Wilson, children, Kim Trichel and husband Charles, Kayne Beard and husband Roman, Jason Wilson and wife Michelle; grandchildren, Nick Trichel, Charles Trichel, Lacy McCarthy, Adrianna Beard, Gavin Beard, Piper Beard, Chelsea West, and Jarod West; three great grandchildren; sister, Bonnie Meek; brothers, Grover, Herbert and Alvie Bullock; numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Butch Hattaway, Marlon Mitchell, James Vickery, Quint Powell, Dale Morgan, and Donnie Robison. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Thursday September 13, 2012 at Cypress Street Church of God in West Monroe. The family wishes to extend their thanks to Martha Mullins, Kathy Watts, Etta Mae Mitchell, Faye Kitchens, and First Choice Hospice. Memorials may be made to the Church of God Camp Pollock. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA. Published in The News Star on September 13, 2012

Kenneth Bain, 71 Kenneth Bain of Calhoun, a retired mechanic with Graphic Packaging, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at First Baptist Church, Calhoun. Burial will be in Mount Zion Cemetery, Calhoun, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Porfiroso Brassell, 57 NEW ORLEANS — Porfiroso Brassell, formerly of West Monroe, a laborer, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Mount Olivet Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Thursday at Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Jerusalem Cemetery, Calhoun.

Bonnie B. Coleman, 80 Bonnie Bell Coleman of Monroe, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Zion Spring Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

James M. Elliott, 66 James Malvin Elliott of Monroe, a schoolteacher, died Saturday. 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.

Mary Handy, 91 Mary Handy of Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Holly Grove Baptist Church, Archibald. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Lizzie Harris, 81 BASTROP — Lizzie Harris, a homemaker, died Sept. 5. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at St. Timothy Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Wham Cemetery.

Johnny B. Haynes, 53 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Johnny B. Haynes, a laborer, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Carmel Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Way-A-Way Cemetery.

Sophia E. Holland, 97 BASTROP — Sophia Elizabeth Holland, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Red Wing Cemetery.

Sheila Howard, 49 OAK GROVE — Sheila Howard, a dietary assistant, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Blooming Shades Baptist Church, Kilbourne. Visitation is 3-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Andrew Jackson, 83 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Andrew "Cap" Jackson, a retired lead engineer with the Corps of Engineers, died Sept. 2. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Lake Providence Senior High School. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Brannum Funeral Home, Lake Providence. Burial will be in Sweet Canaan Cemetery.

Earnest Moss, 66 Earnest Moss of West Monroe, a truck driver, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Piney Grove Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Pleasant Grove Cemetery.

Ernest Pollard, 60 Ernest Pollard of Monroe, a school bus operator, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at First Missionary Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Robert Randolph, 64 BASTROP — Robert Randolph died Thursday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery.

Ethel Lee Reid, 94 Ethel Lee Reid of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. 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 Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Charlie Simpkins Jr., 69 RAYVILLE — Charlie Simpkins Jr., a construction worker, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Seven Star Baptist Church, Warden. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Bobby J. Smith, 61 Bobby Joe Smith of Monroe, a retired supervisor, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Philadelphia Word Center, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Mildred S. Wilson, 85 Mildred Savanna Wilson of Monroe, a registered nurse, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Adams, Jimmy Dexter: 10 a.m. Friday, Swartz First Baptist Church. Eckles Jr., George Edward: 10 a.m. Thursday, Mer Rouge Cemetery. Gordon, James E. "Sonny": 10 a.m. Saturday, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Greer, Tommie Jean: 10 a.m. Thursday, Rayville First Baptist Church. Hall, Sarah Lynn: 11 a.m. Thursday, First Baptist Church, Calvin. Hammock, Jay D.: 10 a.m. Thursday, First Baptist Church, Ruston. McClelland, Dustin Neil: 2 p.m. Thursday, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home. Rogers Jr., James Thomas: 10 a.m. Friday, Hamilton Cemetery. Scott, Willie "Pistol": 11 a.m. Saturday, Pleasant Green Baptist Church, Richwood. Wallace, Iris Lorraine "Jo": 10 a.m. Thursday, River of Life Church, Winnsboro. Yeldell, Melba Vanderberg: 3 p.m. Thursday, Pine Grove Baptist Church Cemetery.

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

Marianne St. John Ray Resident of Baton Rouge and former long time resident of Monroe, she passed away September 11, 2012. She was 86. Visiting will be at Rabenhorst Funeral Home 825 Government St., Baton Rouge, LA Friday, September 14, 2012 from 11:00 AM until Funeral Service at 1:00 PM in Rabenhorst Funeral Home Chapel. Graveside service will be 2:00 PM Saturday September 15, 2012 at Greenwood Cemetery, Ruston, LA. Survived by her daughters, Donna Ray Porter, Deborah Ray Cheatum and husband Sam, Krista Ray Peirce and Husband Mark, and Loretta Ray Rivers; sons, Louis Mack Ray, Jr. and wife Barbara, Ronald Phillip Ray, Sr. and wife Allison; brother, Ernest St. John and wife Floy; grandchildren, Louis M. Ray, III, Carre-Cross DuVal, Bonny Belle Weido, Collom Porter, St. Jon McDade, B.J. Green, Thomas Green, Patrick Ray, Robyn Ray Richards, Phillip Ray, Lions Ray, Dawn Sarasin, Ray Rivers, and Robin Keller; Great-grandchildren, Dylan, Ava, Faith, Laris, Felix, Vesta, Sadie, Brielynn, Emma, Syler, Mary Virginia, Charlotte, Tatiana, Alexandra, Christophe, Jack, Kara, Sydney, and Audrey. Preceded in death by her former husband Louis Mack Ray, Sr. and parents, Gertrude & Robert Clay St. John, Sr. Rabenhorst Funeral Home, Baton Rouge, LA. Published in The News Star on September 14, 2012

Charles Coleman "Cole" Thompson, Jr. Charles Coleman "Cole" Thompson, Jr., age 36, of Monroe, passed away on August 14, 2012 after a short battle with cancer. He was a graduate of Ouachita Parish High School and a member of the Lions marching band. He was an employee of JP Morgan Chase in Manila, Philippines. He is survived by his parents Charles and Patricia Thompson of Monroe, his sister Crystal Till and husband Ron, two nephews Garrett and Heath Paris all of Tallulah, LA, his Grandmother Sylvia Harris of Monroe, LA, his aunt, Nancy Dewitt and husband Bud and numerous extended family members and friends. Cole lived an exciting life and loved to travel. We love him and will miss his dry sense of humor. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to Shari Dallas- Breithaupt Becky Bruce, Dobie Santos, Noel Mutuc, and Olive Dublois for their help and friendship. Graveside services will be held at 10:00 AM at Loch Arbor Baptist Church Cemetery on Saturday, September 15, 2012 under the direction of 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 September 14, 2012

John Thames Wilson JOHN THAMES WILSON, age 75 years, of Slidell, LA on Tuesday, August 28, 2012. Beloved Husband of Jeanne Filhiol Wilson. Brother of Susan Wilson Bigham. Also survived by several nieces and nephews, including Mark Filhiol,(Jean), Michael Filhiol, Cathy F. Golden(Joe) , Therese Filhiol, Paul Filhiol(Terry), Charles Filhiol. He retired from Gaylord Container where he was the Purchasing Manager. He was also a former purchasing agent for Kaiser Aluminum. He was a member of the 1954 championship football team of St. Aloysis School and they gathered for reunions quite frequently. He served in the U.S. Army and served in Germany. Memorial Services will be private. Donations to PAWS or the St. Francis Animal Sanctuary, preferred, in lieu of flowers. Please visit www.honakerforestlawn.com to sign guestbook. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Published in The News Star on September 14, 2012

Henry F. Allbritton, 88 WISNER — Henry F. Allbritton, a carpenter, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Wisner Assembly of God Church. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday at the church. Burial will be in Natchez City Cemetery, Natchez, Miss., under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Deborah L. Bass, 56 KELLY — Deborah L. Bass of Kelly, 1st sergeant at LCS Prison, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Mary L. Carter, 77 LAFAYETTE — Mary L. Carter, a homemaker, died Thursday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Friday at Ruggs Bluff Cemetery, near Downsville. Arrangements are under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Bernell C. Chelette, 82 COLFAX — Bernell Carl Chelette, a Department of Transportation and Development equipment operator, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Dartigo Church of God, Dartigo. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in French Cemetery, Verda, under the direction of Southern Funeral Home.

Earl Crosby, 64 DELHI — Earl Crosby, a laborer, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Delhi.

Isaac Davis, 79 WINNSBORO — Isaac Davis, a construction worker, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Abundant Life Church, Winnsboro. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Richardson Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Burial will be in Ward Bend Cemetery, Gilbert.

Edna Lee Dawson, 80 NATCHITOCHES — Edna Lee Dawson, a retired waitress, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Goldonna Assembly of God Church. Visitation is 9 a.m. Friday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Goldonna Cemetery under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield.

James M. Elliott, 66 James Malvin Elliott of Monroe, a school teacher, died Saturday. 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.

Peggy Fogleman, 74 Peggy Fogleman of Monroe, a retired office worker, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Loch Arbor Baptist Church, Swartz. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Betty Jo Goodwin, 82 PIONEER — Betty Jo Goodwin, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Forest Baptist Church, Forest. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in New Forest Cemetery.

Dorothy E. Head, 76 Dorothy E. Head of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Vicki Johnson, 54 RUSTON — Vicki Johnson, an LPN, died Wednesday. Memorial services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Chatham Baptist Church, Chatham. Arrangements are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Noah Lee, infant Noah Lee of Monroe, the infant son of Johntae M. Lee and Macey LaShell Allen, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Friday at Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood. Arrangements are under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Willie L. Lee, 57 Willie L. Lee of Monroe, a laborer, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Rose of Sharon Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-5 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

Howard Lyles Jr., 64 RUSTON — Howard Lyles Jr. of Dubach, a retired dispatcher for Bear Creek Industries, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Unionville Cemetery, Dubach.

Mary E. Norris, 89 Mary Emma Norris of Monroe, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Graveside services are 4 p.m. Friday in Farmerville City Cemetery, Farmerville, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Mavis R. Sanderson, 92 OAK GROVE — Mavis Ragland Sanderson, a retired insurance associate, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Cox Funeral Home. Visitation is 8 a.m. Friday until service time. Burial will be in New Forest Cemetery.

Naomi R. Saucer, 69 Naomi Ruth Saucer of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Emmarett Skinner, 87 AVONDALE — Emmarett Skinner, a homemaker, died Sept. 3. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Springhill Baptist Church, Highway 568, St. Joseph. Burial will be in Myrtle Grove Cemetery, Waterproof, under the direction of Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Bobby Joe Smith, 61 Bobby Joe Smith of Monroe, a retired supervisor, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Philadelphia Word Center, Monroe. Visitation is 1-7 p.m. Friday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Ghanniyah B. Towel, infant Ghanniyah Briella Towel, the infant daughter of Gracie Wilson and DeCario Towel, died Aug. 29. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood. Arrangements are under the direction of Funerals by McFarland, Monroe.

Mary A. Whitton, 75 STERLINGTON — Mary Alice Whitton, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Pine Grove South Cemetery, Bastrop.

Ruby R. Wilks, 99 DUBACH — Ruby Reed Wilks, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Greater Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Dubach. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Grace Wilson, 80 Grace Wilson of Monroe, a retired registered nurse, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Cypress Street Church of God, West Monroe. Burial will be in Walnut Ridge Cemetery, Quitman, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Adams, Jimmy Dexter: 10 a.m. Friday, Swartz First Baptist Church. Brassell, Porfiroso: 11 a.m. Friday, Mount Olivet Baptist Church, Monroe. Coleman, Bonnie Bell: 11 a.m. Saturday, Zion Spring Baptist Church, Monroe. Gordon, James E. "Sonny": 10 a.m. Saturday, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Handy, Mary: 2 p.m. Saturday, Holly Grove Baptist Church, Archibald. Harris, Lizzie: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Timothy Baptist Church, Bastrop. Haynes, Johnny B.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Carmel Baptist Church. Howard, Sheila: 11 a.m. Saturday, Blooming Shades Baptist Church, Kilbourne. Jackson, Andrew "Cap": 1 p.m. Saturday, Lake Providence Senior High School. Moss, Earnest: 11 a.m. Saturday, Piney Grove Baptist Church, West Monroe. Pollard, Ernest: 1 p.m. Saturday, First Missionary Baptist Church. Randolph, Robert: 1 p.m. Saturday, Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Reid, Ethel Lee: 2 p.m. Saturday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Rogers Jr., James Thomas: 10 a.m. Friday, Hamilton Cemetery. Scott, Willie "Pistol": 11 a.m. Saturday, Pleasant Green Baptist Church, Richwood. Simpkins Jr., Charlie: 1 p.m. Saturday, Seven Star Baptist Church, Warden. Wilson, Mildred Savanna: 11 a.m. Friday, Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

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

Deborah Givens Bass Funeral services for Deborah Givens Bass age 56 of Kelly will be held 2:00pm Sunday, September 16, 2012 from the Columbia chapel of Riser Funeral Home with the Rev. Joseph Bryant and Rev. Robert McKeithen officiating. Interment will follow in the Good Hope Cemetery at Kelly. Visitation will be on Saturday Sept. 15, from 3 to 9pm at the funeral home in Columbia. Deborah Lou Givens Bass was born on June 10, 1956 at Alexandria, LA to the union of her parents M C Givens and Elizabeth Ann Hale Givens. She passed from this life on Thursday September 13, 2012 at her residence following an extended illness. She was preceded in death by her husband, Patrick Arthur Bass, by her father, and by her brother Mike Givens. She was a First Sargent with LCS Detention Center in Clarks, LA. Survivors include three sons, Gregory Russell Shryock and wife Ashley, of West Monroe; Samuel Edward Bass and wife Maria, of Columbia; and Patrick Dewayne Bass and wife Courtney Cheyenne, of West Monroe; her grandchildren, Madison Shryock, Gabriel Shyrock, Emory Grace Bass, Ryland Raine Bass, and John Thomas Bass; her mother, Elizabeth Ann Givens of Calhoun; her brothers, Dee Givens, Kevin Givens, and Todd Givens, all of Calhoun; Scott Givens of Baton Rouge; and Merle Givens of Monroe; her sisters, Marilyn Bryant of Monroe, Katie Copeland of Calhoun, Pamela Nurmi and Jennifer Brown, both of Georgia; and Jhonnie Pate of Texas. Pallbearers include Cody Wilkes, Terry Sims, Jessie Sims, Bud Miller, Randall Miller, and Everett Cornwell. Honorary pallbearers include Sammy Crain, David Crain,Richard Deville, Tommy Brown, Mike Wilkes, and Brandon Nugent. Online registry/condolences:riserfuneralhomes.com Riser Funeral Home 7131 U S Highway 165 Columbia, LA Published in The News Star on September 15, 2012

Mrs. Dorothy E. Head Funeral services for Mrs. Dorothy E. Head 76 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 3:00 PM, Saturday, September 15, 2012 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Bro. Bobby Brown and Bro. Michael Sims will be officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Head was born October 30, 1935 in Newellton, LA and passed away September 13, 2012 in West Monroe. She attended Pleasant Hill Congregational Church and was a member and Past Matron and Secretary of the Eastern Star Chapter Dixie 179. Dorothy is survived by husband; Norman Head; 2 daughters; Teresa Brown and husband Randy and Cindy Austin and husband Brent; sister; Doris Smith; 4 grandchildren; Chris Brown and wife Shanna, Patricia Donaldson and husband Chris, Michaela Austin and Daniel Austin; great- grandchildren Nathan and Ethan Brown. Pallbearers will be Brent Austin, Chris Brown, Randy Brown, Scott Brown, Tommy Comeaux and Chris Donaldson. Honorary Pallbearers Guy King and Gary King. Visitation will be held Saturday from 1:00 pm until 3:00 pm at Kilpatrick Funeral Homes 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 September 15, 2012

Jimmy Johnston Funeral services for Jimmy Johnston 77, of West Monroe will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, September 18, 2012 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Rev. Bill Lovett and Rev. Robin Roark will be officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Jimmy was born May 20, 1935 in Monroe, LA and passed away September 13, 2012 at Ridgecrest Nursing Home after a lengthy illness. He was preceded in death by parents, Clarence B and Vera Mae Fletcher Johnston. Jimmy was a loyal and celebrated employee of Graphic Packaging Paper Company for 58 years and a lifelong member of Local #364 United Steel Workers Union. He loved being a papermaker and took great pride in every facet of his job. As a boy he developed a love for raising livestock and a keen sense of animal husbandry from his dad Clarence. Together they raised cattle, hogs, horses and in later years Jimmy raised donkeys, zebras, and Llama. Jimmy's Z-Bar Ranch in Chatham, LA was known far and wide for the expert breeding and sales of the hybrid "ZeeDonk" Breed, crossbreeding a zebra with a donkey. People would often stop by to look at Jimmy's amazing livestock and he would welcome them and share with his wealth of knowledge about his animals. He is survived by his sons; Jerry Johnston and wife Karen of Franklin, TN, Jody Johnston and wife Judy of West Monroe, LA; brothers; Billy Johnston and wife Irene of Slidell, LA, Cliff Johnston and wife Novis of Emory, TX; grandsons; Clint Johnston and wife Denaira and Jaren Johnston and fiancé Evyn Mustoe; granddaughters; Ashley Johnston and Texa Rae Johnston; great-grandchildren; Josie and Madden Johnston; step-sons; Kenny Lovelady and wife Melanie of Eros, LA, Terry Hamilton and wife Shelly of West Monroe, LA; step-grandchildren Brittney Hamilton, Tristen Lovelady, Ryder and Hattie Hamilton. The sons would like to express their extreme gratitude to Dr. Michael McCormick, Dr. Scott Barron and Dr. Stephanie Long, The Rosemont Assisted Living Community Staff, Betty Tappen, caregiver and Hospice Compassus for the loving care provided to their dad. A special thank you is extended to Shirley Allen for all of your dedication, love and support you have shared with dad's care and the Johnston family. Visitation will be held Monday from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneral homes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star from September 15 to September 16, 2012

Gene Bolding, 81 KILBOURNE — Gene Bolding, a farmer, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove.

Tia Cooper, 48 BASTROP — Tia Marie Mason Cooper, an employee at Walmart pharmacy, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Victory Tabernacle. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Saturday at the tabernacle. Burial will be in Christ Church Cemetery under the direction of Golden Funeral Home.

Ella Fuller, 87 Ella Mae Fuller of West Monroe died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Ike McCoy Sr., 82 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Ike McCoy Sr., a laborer, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Missionary Baptist Church. Burial will be in King Solomon Cemetery under the direction of Harris Funeral Home Inc.

Mattie McNeill, 89 WINNFIELD — Mattie Dora McNeill, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Bethel Church of Christ, Calvin. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Saturday and noon until time of the service Sunday at the church. Burial will be in Bethlehem Cemetery, Calvin, under the direction of Southern Funeral Home.

Marvin L. Myers, 62 Marvin Leo Myers of West Monroe, a heavy equipment operator, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Revival Campground Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Saturday at the church. Burial will be in Chatham Cemetery under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home.

Irene Nobles, 70 MANGHAM — Irene "Bubba" Nobles died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Lone Cherry Baptist Churchm. Visitation is 4:30-9 p.m. Saturday at the church. Burial will be in the Buie Cemetery under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Robert Randolph, 64 BASTROP — Robert Randolph died Sept. 6. Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Tennant Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be at H.V. Adams Cemetery.

Betty Rodgers, 75 Betty Rodgers of Calhoun died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Charles Thompson Jr., 36 MANILA, Philippines — Charles Coleman "Cole" Thompson Jr., a supervisor of a call center for JP Morgan Chase, died Friday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Loch Arbor Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Tracey Wheeler, 53 FERRIDAY — Tracey Wheeler, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Comer Funeral Home.

Rodney Wilson, 39 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Rodney Wilson, a laborer, died Sept. 8. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Central Baptist No. 1 Missionary Baptist Church. Visitation is 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at Harris Funeral Home. Burial will be in Sweet Canaan Church Cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Allbritton, Henry F.: 2 p.m. Saturday, Wisner Assembly of God Church, Wisner. Chelette, Bernell C.: 10 a.m. Saturday, Dartigo Church of God, Dartigo. Coleman, Bonnie Bell: 11 a.m. Saturday, Zion Spring Baptist Church, Monroe. Davis, Isaac: 1 p.m. Saturday, Abundant Life Church, Winnsboro. Elliott, James Malvin: 11 a.m. Saturday, Starlight Baptist Church, Swartz. Goodwin, Betty Jo: 10 a.m. Saturday, Forest Baptist Church, Forest. Gordon, James E. "Sonny": 10 a.m. Saturday, Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Handy, Mary: 2 p.m. Saturday, Holly Grove Baptist Church, Archibald. Harris, Lizzie: 1 p.m. Saturday, St. Timothy Baptist Church, Bastrop. Haynes, Johnny B.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Carmel Baptist Church. Howard, Sheila: 11 a.m. Saturday, Blooming Shades Baptist Church, Kilbourne. Jackson, Andrew "Cap": 1 p.m. Saturday, Lake Providence Senior High School. Johnson, Vicki: 2 p.m. Sunday, Chatham Baptist Church, Chatham. Lee, Willie L.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Rose of Sharon Baptist Church, Monroe. Lyles Jr., Howard: 2 p.m. Sunday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Moss, Earnest: 11 a.m. Saturday, Piney Grove Baptist Church, West Monroe. Pollard, Ernest: 1 p.m. Saturday, First Missionary Baptist Church. Reid, Ethel Lee: 2 p.m. Saturday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Scott, Willie "Pistol": 11 a.m. Saturday, Pleasant Green Baptist Church, Richwood. Skinner, Emmarett: 1 p.m. Saturday, Springhill Baptist Church, Hwy. 568, St. Joseph. Simpkins Jr., Charlie: 1 p.m. Saturday, Seven Star Baptist Church, Warden. Smith, Bobby Joe: 10 a.m. Saturday, Philadelphia Word Center, Monroe. Towel, Ghanniyah Briella: 10 a.m. Saturday, Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood. Wilks, Ruby Reed: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Greater Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, Dubach.

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

Rose D'Anna Bartlett Rose D'Anna Bartlett, 91, passed away September 9, 2012. Born in Trabia, Sicily to Sam and Mary Formosa D'Anna, she was a member of Our Lady of the Holy Souls Catholic Church. Rose was a beautiful, active woman who worked as a bookkeeper into her 80s. She loved to garden, travel with her husband, Kenneth, take bus trips with her friends from Holy Souls and enjoy life. Her pride and joy were her two daughters. Preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Reed Bartlett, she is survived by her daughters, Diana Bartlett (John Milton) of Claremont, California and Rosemarye Bartlett of Haslet, Texas; brother, Anthony D'Anna of Monroe, Louisiana; and eight nieces and nephews. A Rosary Service will be held on Sunday, September 23 at 7:00 p.m. at Little Rock Funeral Home, 8801 Knoedl Ct. (NW corner I-630 and Barrow Rd.). The Funeral Mass will be celebrated by Rev. Patrick Watikha at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, September 24 at Our Lady of the Holy Souls Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Holy Souls or to the Msgr. Francis Allen Trust Fund, 1003 N. Tyler, Little Rock, AR 72205. Arrangements by Little Rock Funeral Home, 8801 Knoedl Ct., Little Rock, (501)224-2200. Mrs. Bartlett's online guestbook may be signed at www.littlerockfuneralhome.com Little Rock Funeral Home Little Rock, AR Published in The News Star on September 16, 2012

Victor David Cascio Private family graveside services were held for Victor David Cascio at St. Matthew Catholic Church cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Homes of Monroe. Victor was a beloved lifelong resident of Monroe and owner of The Chateau restaurant. Victor was preceded in death by his parents, Josephine and Joe David Cascio. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Marie Fruge Cascio and his three sons, Joe David Cascio II and his wife, Rene, Victor David Cascio, Jr. and Sarah Camp, and Rodney Cascio and his wife, Caroline. He is also survived by his treasured grandchildren, Katherine Marie Cascio, Joe David Cascio, III, Carter Christopher Cascio, Benjamin Maher Cascio and John Christopher Cascio; and many family members and deeply cherished friends. A celebration of Victor's life will be held for family and friends at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church and School, 800 Marquette Street, Monroe, LA 71201, Wellspring, 1515 Jackson Street, Monroe, LA 71201, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital , 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or to the charity of the donor's choice . Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 16, 2012

Harold Jackson DeBray Mr. Harold Jackson DeBray, 88, passed away September 2, 2012 at his home in Waller, Texas, after a brief illness. Mr. DeBray was born and raised in Winnfield, Louisiana and was a graduate of Louisiana Tech. He and his family lived in Fairbanks for many years before moving to New Orleans, then Houston, and finally Waller. He is survived by his sister, Mrs. Stone Caraway of Monroe, his children, Dolly, Cindy, and Jackson DeBray of Houston and grandchildren, Cleveland McMakin, Jay, Jessica, and Katherine DeBray. Graveside services will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, September 22, 2012 in the Garden of Memories Cemetery in Winnfield under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield. Southern Funeral Home Winnfield, LA Published in The News Star on September 16, 2012

Ella Mae Cox Fuller Services for Ella Mae Cox Fuller, born September 27, 1924 will be Tuesday September 18, 2012 at 10:00 AM in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe, with burial to follow at Holmesville Cemetery in Downsville, LA. Reverend Jerry Whitman will conduct the services. Visitation will be Monday September 17, 2012 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home in West Monroe. Ella Mae was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years Calvin H. Fuller. She and Calvin had no children of their own but enjoyed the children and grandchildren of their brothers and sisters. Especially close to them was their niece, Barbara Butler who was Ella Mae's caregiver for many years. Ella Mae was the last surviving child of Claudie Lee Allen Cox and Mack Daniel Cox of Downsville. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Sherman Cox, Earl Cox, and M.D. Cox, Jr; sisters, Gladys Allen, Evelyn Love, Laverne VanLandingham and Earline Odom. Miss Ella Mae, as she was lovingly called by her customers, was a beautician in the twin cities for 42 years. Many were the little ladies who came to her weekly for their "do". Another great love was her yard and on Mondays, except for the last 10 years, she could be seen planting and pruning her flowers. Her reward was being chosen "large yard of the month" 2 times. Ella Mae is survived by many nieces and nephews, great nieces and great nephews and a sister-in-law Maxie Cox. Pallbearers will be Larry Cash, Lucky Cash, Andrew Cox, Ken Cox, Mickey Cox, Freddie Foster and Randy Foster. Special thanks go to Dr. Floyd Jones and his staff and all the ladies who were "sitters" for Miss Ella Mae during her lengthy illness. Please feel free to make memorials to: St. Jude Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN. Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 16, 2012

Kenneth Armond "Jake" Martin Funeral services for Mr. Kenneth Armond "Jake" Martin, age 82 of Ruston, will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday, September 18, 2012 at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home in Ruston. Burial will follow in Forest Lawn Cemetery under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home of Ruston. Known throughout Ruston as "Jake," he was a proud father, grand-father, and veteran. Jake spent his life in service to family, community and country. He is remembered as Ruston's official Santa Claus, Sunday school teacher, gumbo chef, or electrician. He served his country as an infantry soldier in the bitter-cold of the Korean War, during which he participated in the liberation of Seoul, the capture of Pyoungyang, and the battle of Unson. As a lifetime member of the Ruston Church of God he served on the church Board of Trustees for many years. While serving Lincoln Parish as a Police Juryman for three terms he was instrumental in creating the Lincoln Parish Park, Lincoln Parish Detention Center, and numerous road and bridge improvements throughout the parish. He was a Colonel on the staff of Governor Treen. An avid sportsman he founded the Sportsman's Jamboree in Ruston. He retired after 30 years as an electrician for the City of Ruston in 1982. He was Santa in the Ruston Christmas parade, local business lobbies, and even had a mailbox in Rail Road Park. A masterful storyteller, he thrilled his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren with original wild stories of the adventures of Big Daddy Rooster. He is survived by his first girlfriend and wife of 60 years Nelwyn Stephenson Martin. Daughters: Velina McCullough and spouse Denvel McCullough, Sr (of Ruston), Vanieca Martin(of Ruston), and Ranee' Bruce and spouse Jonn Bruce (of Winchester, KY). Grandchildren: Denny McCullough and spouse Estelle along with children Amara and Denvel; Lori McCullough along with children Sean, Nicholas, and Emily; Sam McCullough and spouse Jennifer along with children Gavin, Aiden, and Hannah; Robert Irby and spouse Jaime along with children Abigail and Lucas; Pamela Overstreet and spouse Jason along with children Robbie, Chloe, Ashtin, and Piper; Jared McCullough; Benjamin Bruce; Richard Irby; Mason Irby; Sarah McCullough; and special loving friend and care giver Tanya Melancon. A man who lived his faith and his word, he will be sorely missed by all. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Monday, September 17, 2012 at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home. To leave a memorial message for the family, please visit www.owensmemorialfuneralhome.com. Published in The News Star on September 16, 2012

Betty Jo McNaughton Rodgers Memorial Services for Betty Jo McNaughton Rodgers, 75, of Calhoun, LA will be held at 4:00 PM, Sunday, September 16, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA with Rev. Michael Stravato officiating. Mrs. Rodgers was born on July 2, 1937 and passed away on September 14, 2012. She loved the Lord, family, friends, and co-workers. Mrs. Rodgers was full of life, always a smile and encouraging words for everyone. She loved giving life to her garden and animals and she will be missed by all. Survivors include her children, Randy McNaughton and wife, Jill of Calhoun, LA, Wendy Waksmunski and husband, Gary of St. Louis, IL and Mickie Siegel and husband, Carl of Ft. Myers, FL; grandchildren, Johanna Welch and husband, Brian, Daphnee Rice, Kimberly Lee and husband, David, Stephanie Shaw and husband, Nate, Christopher Siegel, Taylor and Austin Purcell, Hannah Nance and Devin Copley; great grandchildren, Alyssa, Hadlee, Mallory, Ethan, Aurora and Emma; brothers and sisters, Roy Smith and wife, Kathy, Joe Smith and wife, Kitty, Gayle Brown, Sandy Crawford and husband, Melvin, Mae Watson and husband, Jimmy, Wayne Smith and Esther Chapin Smith; numerous nieces and nephews; special daughter-in-love, Patricia Lively and Michael Dooley. Visitation will be held from 2:00 PM until Service Time on Sunday 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 September 16, 2012

Nettie W. Weber (Tippy) Nettie W. Weber (Tippy), wife of Dr. Jaroy Weber, was called home to heaven on September 10,2012. She was born in Monroeville, Al on June 21, 1919. Tippy served in ministry along side her husband for over 40 years including, North Orange Baptist Church of Orange, Tx; First Baptist Church of West Monroe, La; First Baptist Church of Beaumont, Tx; Dauphin Way Baptist Church of Mobile, Al; First Baptist Church of Lubbock, Tx. ; as well as her responsibilities as wife of the president of the Southern Baptist Convention. She felt that her calling as a pastor's wife was as strong as Jaroy's calling to pastor, and lived her life to fulfill that call. She was one of the first women to have her own TV program "The Story Lady" in West Monroe, La. in the 50's. Tippy also served as wedding director at Prestonwood Baptist for a number of years. Wherever there was church service to be done, Tippy was there. She was preceded in death by her husband Dr. Jaroy Weber, sons Jaroy Weber Jr and John William Weber, parents and siblings. Surviving her is daughter, Nettie E. Weber; grandchildren, Suzanne Wynn, Kathyryn Dentry, Truett Weber and Jeannie Weber-Castaneda and numerous others. We will miss her, but celebrate her reunion and homecoming! We will see you again Tippy! Her life will be honored in Dallas, Tx. The graveside service will be Monday September 17 at 3:00 PM at Restland Cemetary. The celebration service will be Tuesday Sept.18, 1:00 PM at Prestonwood Baptist Church. A time of greeting will be held immediately following the service. A memorial service will be held at Dauphin Way Baptist Church in Mobile, AL on a later date. Memorials may be made to Prestonwood Baptist Church, 6801 W. Park Blvd., Plano, Texas 75093 or Dauphin Way Baptist Music Ministry, 3661 Dauphin St., Mobile, AL 36608. Published in The News Star on September 16, 2012

Deborah G. Bass, 56 KELLY — Deborah G. Bass, first sergeant with LCS Corrections, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Riser Funeral Home, Columbia. Visitation is 10 a.m. Sunday until time of service at the funeral home. Burial will be in Good Hope Cemetery.

Gene Bolding, 81 KILBOURNE — Gene Bolding, a farmer, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Kilbourne Baptist Church. Visitation is 2-9 p.m. Sunday at Browon-Holley Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Burial will be in Kilbourne Cemetery.

Gladys Butler, 95 JENA — Gladys Mildred Walton Butler, a Homemaker, died Saturday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Monday, in Springhill Cemetery, Jonesboro. Visitation is 8-9:15 a.m. Monday at Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield.

Margie Crowell, 78 JAMESTOWN — Margie Crowell, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 1-2 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Rev. Steve Davies, 64 The Rev. Steve Davies of Monroe, a retired Catholic priest, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Michael Hollenshead, 52 COLUMBIA — Michael R. "Mike" Hollenshead, a tooling supervisor with Wallace Moulding, died Friday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Monday at the Lebanon Cemetery, Homer. Visitation is Sunday evening at Riser Funeral Home.

Kenneth A. Martin, 82 RUSTON — Kenneth A. "Jake" Martin, an electrician, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Tuesday at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery.

Saul A. Mintz, 80 Saul A. Mintz of Monroe, business owner, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Betty Jo Rodgers, 75 Betty Jo McNaughton Rodgers of Calhoun died Friday. Memorial services are 4 p.m. Sunday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 2 p.m. Sunday until time of service at the funeral home.

Guy Pardue, 87 BASTROP — Guy Holland "Bug" Pardue, retired inspector with the Missouri-Pacific Railroad, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Cox Funeral Home. Visitation is 9:30 a.m. Monday until time of service at the funeral home. Burial will be at 3 p.m. Monday at the Pruitt Cemetery, Mangham.

Naomi Saucer, 69 Naomi Ruth Saucer of West Monroe died Thursday. Services are 3 p.m. Sunday at Christ Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens Cemetery, West Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Mary Simpson, 96 RUSTON — Mary Bryant Simpson, a bank teller, died Friday. Services are 3 p.m. Monday at Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home. Visitation is from 2 p.m. Monday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery.

Relda G. Taylor, 76 LILLIE — Relda Genice Taylor, an engineer technician, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Pilgrim's Rest Baptist Church, Spearsville. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Monday at the church. Burial will be in Beach Grove Cemetery, Spearsville, under direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Rev. Thomas Wade III, 98 ST. JOSEPH — The Rev. Thomas Magruder Wade III, an Episcopalian priest, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Christ Episcopal Church. Visitation is 9:30 a.m. Tuesday until time of service at the church. Burial will be in Natchez (Miss.) Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Home, Ferriday.

David Waller, 71 BASKIN — David Kenneth Waller died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Reagan Cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Cooper, Tia Marie Mason: 2 p.m. Sunday, Victory Tabernacle, Bastrop. Johnson, Vicki: 2 p.m. Sunday, Chatham Baptist Church, Chatham. Lyles Jr., Howard: 2 p.m. Sunday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. MCNeill, Mattie Dora: 2 p.m. Sunday, Bethel Church of Christ, Calvin. Myers, Marvin Leo: 2 p.m. Sunday, Revival Campground Church, West Monroe. Nobles, Irene "Bubba": 2 p.m. Sunday, Lone Cherry Baptist Church, Mangham. Randolph, Robert: 1 p.m. Thursday, Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Wilson, Rodney: 2 p.m. Sunday, Central Baptist No. 1 Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence.

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

Fr. Steve Davies Father Steve Davies passed away at his home on Friday, September 14, 2012. Steve was born in Dallas, Texas to Ed and Helen Moses Davies. Father Steve knew he wanted to become a Catholic Priest since he was a child. Steve was preceded in death by his parents and his uncles, George and Fred Moses. Father Steve spent his entire career as a priest in the Diocese of San Francisco serving several parishes and hospitals in that area for over 35 years. Steve is survived by his brothers, Ron and wife Mary Lou and Neil and Sharon Burgess, cousin Freddy Moses and wife Dale, nephew Chris Davies and niece Pam Bermudez as well as his cousins David and Tyler Moses. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday September 18, 2012 at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery in Monroe with Msg. Edmund Moore officiating. Memorials may be made to your church, St. Jude Hospital or to the charity of your choice . Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 17, 2012

Mildred Cooper, 92 Mildred Cooper of Monroe, a retired U. S. Postal Service employee, died Saturday. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Other arrangements are incomplete at the funeral home.

Nelda A. Franks, 70 WINNFIELD — Nelda Ann (Bedgood) Franks, a retired certified nurses aide, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield. Visitation is noon Monday until service time at the funeral home. Burial is in New Jerusalem Cemetery.

Ella M. Fuller, 87 Ella Mae Fuller of West Monroe died Friday. Funeral Services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial is in Holmesville Baptist Church Cemetery in Downsville.

Edward R. Hicks, 75 Edward Ray Hicks of West Monroe, a truck driver, died Saturday. Graveside Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Roselawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Calhoun, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Ruby N. McAdams, 78 Ruby Nelda McAdams of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Graveside services are 3:30 p.m. Monday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Saul A. Mintz, 80 Saul A. Mintz of Monroe, a businessman and philanthropist, died Saturday. A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Temple B'Nai Israel in Monroe. Visitation is from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Joe J. Pippins, 88 Joe Janie Pippins, of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Other arrangements are incomplete.

Dennis G. Strickland, 54 Dennis Gregory Strickland of West Monroe, died Sunday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Gilbert Ray Welch, 93 Gilbert Ray Welch of West Monroe, formerly of St. Louis, a manager of shipping and receiving for a wire manufacturer, died Sunday. Arrangements are incomplete at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe.

Donald A. Wyatt, 83 JONESBORO — Donald A. Wyatt, a school principal, died Saturday. Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Tuesday at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Jonesboro. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Monday at the church. Burial is in Ebenezer Cemetery under the direction of Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Bolding, Gene: 10 a.m. Monday, Kilbourne Baptist Church, Kilbourne. Butler, Gladys Mildred Walton: 10 a.m. Monday, Springhill Cemetery, Jonesboro. Hollenshead, Michael R. "Mike": 1 p.m. Monday, Lebanon Cemetery, Homer. Martin, Kenneth A. "Jake": 2 p.m. Tuesday, Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston. Pardue, Guy Holland "Bug": 11 a.m. Monday, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Randolph, Robert: 1 p.m. Thursday, Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Simpson, Mary Bryant: 3 p.m. Monday, Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston. Taylor, Relda Genice: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Pilgrim's Rest Baptist Church, Spearsville. Wade, The Rev. Thomas Magruder III: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Christ Episcopal Church, St. Joseph. Waller, David Kenneth: 2 p.m. Monday, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

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

Mildred Brown Cooper Funeral services for Mildred Brown Cooper, 92, of Monroe, will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday, September 19, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Larry Linson officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Cooper passed away Saturday, September 15, 2012. She worked at the Palace for years, was secretary for the Postmaster and Postal Inspector, and a member of Calvary Baptist Church and Parkview Baptist Church. Mrs. Cooper was involved in the Council on Aging and Life Liners Dance Team. Survivors include her daughter, Judy C. Martin and husband Kimber Ledet; grandson, Todd C. Martin; granddaughter, Lori Martin Bernard and husband Stan Bernard; and great grandsons, Jace and Jett Bernard. Pallbearers will be Ronald, Rusty and Garrett Babb, Terry Brown, Craig McCarty and Shane Roberts. Honorary Pallbearers will be Kimber Ledet, Stan Bernard, and Alton Cooper. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 18, 2012

Joe Glyn Edmiston Funeral services for Mr. Joe Glyn Edmiston, age 79, of Choudrant, LA will be held at 10:00 AM Wednesday, September 19, 2012 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Officiating the service will be Rev. Dwayne Monk and Rev. Rolly Walker. Interment will follow at Mt. Zion Baptist Church cemetery in Clay, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Mr. Edmiston was born April 26, 1933 and passed away September 16, 2012. He was preceded in death by his parents: Purvis and Majorie Edmiston; sister: Betty Smith; brothers: Wayne Edmiston and Donnie Edmiston. Mr. Edmiston was a Veteran of the United States Army (Military Police) during the Korean War. He was a Deacon at New Hope Baptist Church, and a member of Telephone Pioneers of America. Mr. Edmiston began his career with South Central Bell in 1955 and worked there for 35 years and 8 months. His hobbies included gardening, landscaping and spending time with family and friends. Mr. Edmiston was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. It was said of him that he never met a stranger. He is survived by his wife of 55 years: Martha Jones Edmiston of Choudrant; sons: Ricky Edmiston and wife Lori also of Choudrant, Ronald Edmiston of Shreveport, and Timothy Edmiston of Choudrant; sister: Nelda Robison of Quitman; grandsons : Christopher Edmiston, Cole Edmiston and fiancé Shannon Galloway , Tyler Edmiston , and Ben Edmiston all of Choudrant; granddaughters: Melissa and husband Jason Reeves of Oak Grove, LA; Carey and husband Kevin Key of Oak Grove, LA; and Meghan Edmiston of West Monroe; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Christopher Edmiston, Cole Edmiston, Tyler Edmiston, Ben Edmiston, Tracy Mayo and Jeffrey Robison. The family would like to extend a special thanks to the nurses and staff with Doctor's Hospice. Memorials may be made to Mt. Zion Cemetery; 484 Heard Road, Ruston, LA 71270. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Tuesday, September 18, 2012 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Published in The News Star on September 18, 2012

Saul A. Mintz Saul A. Mintz was born October 26, 1931 in New Orleans, LA and died September 15, 2012 in Monroe, LA at the age of 80. There have been many adjectives used to describe Saul Mintz, but his essence can be summed up in the Yiddish word "Mensch", which literally translates as "Human Being". Simply, a mensch is a person who is upstanding, worthy and honorable. Saul represented all of these qualities and many more. An architect by training, Saul loved to create. He used his skills to design and build things that brought him joy and that he thought would make the world a better place for others. He constructed structures of brick and mortar, but he found it most fulfilling when using his time, energy and creative mind to build bridges between people and ideas to enhance the development of community, organizations and family. He created with purpose and his aim was "build to last". Those he touched along the way often were changed-- remodeled, stronger and better for having known and been involved with him. Saul spoke with awe about his parents. His father, who in 1920 at the age of 26 immigrated to New Orleans from Russia before his untimely death at the age of 52, founded Hurwitz-Mintz Furniture Co. His mother, the grounding force of the family, also immigrated to New Orleans from Russia in 1921 at the age of 17. Growing up with his three elder siblings in New Orleans, Saul learned the importance of family and the value of life-long friendships. At a young age Saul recognized his good fortune to have been raised and educated in this land of magnificent opportunity. From his parents' example he learned that rewards would come through hard work combined with thoughtful planning and a little good luck. Saul also knew that it was his responsibility to give back to his community, to help make the world a better place and to contribute what he could to assure that this country would continue to be a land of opportunity for others. Saul graduated from Isidore Newman School in New Orleans and then entered the Tulane School of Architecture. After graduation, he married his beloved college sweetheart, Jean Strauss of Monroe. He served as a Second Lieutenant in the US Air Force then returned to New Orleans to begin work as an architect. In 1955 Saul was asked by his father-in-law, Clifford Strauss, to join his business, F. Strauss & Son, Inc. -- a wholesale distributor of grocery products and alcoholic beverages. He and his family relocated to Monroe where he eventually became the company's Chairman and CEO. During Saul's business career he developed a number of properties in Monroe and the surrounding area. Most prominent among them are Northgate, Eastgate and Twin City Plaza shopping centers. In 1979 Saul co-founded Sunbelt Manufacturing, Inc, a manufacturer of plastic products that is now a division of Berry Plastics. He was also proud to serve for many years as a Director of Central Bank and subsequently First Commerce Corp, New Orleans. Saul immediately fell in love with Monroe for its beauty, warm people and quality of life and quickly became involved in numerous civic organizations and endeavors. Among these, he served as Chairman of Monroe Chamber of Commerce; Carolyn Rose Rehabilitation Center; Sunbelt Manufacturing, Inc. and St Francis Medical Center. He also served as President of: The United Way of Northeast Louisiana; ULM Booster Club; and ULM Foundation. He served as a Board Member of: LSU Health Sciences-S; Tulane President's Council; Tulane School of Architecture; LA Committee for Humanities; American Red Cross; and Twin Cities YMCA. Saul was also instrumental in the establishment and growth of the Carolyn Rose Strauss Senior Center-- home to the Ouachita Council on Aging, The Food Bank of Northeast Louisiana, the Strauss Theatre Center and many other organizations and projects. Saul's Jewish faith was an important component in his life. As a member and past Vice President of Temple B'Nai Israel, Saul worked with others to establish its endowment fund. He and Jean together served on the founding boards of the Jewish Endowment Foundation of New Orleans, The Institute of Southern Jewish Life, and the Southern Institute for Education and Research, which is dedicated to improving ethnic relations through tolerance education and communications training. In more recent years Saul joined the board of directors of the Jewish Outreach Institute based in New York and, together with Jean, he was instrumental in the funding and building of Tulane Hillel's Goldie and Morris Mintz Center for Jewish Life. Saul never approached his undertakings with the expectation or desire for accolades. Yet over the years he was the recipient of numerous honors including: the Monroe Chamber's Rambin-Silverstein "Citizen of the Year" Award; the United Way's Alexis de Tocqueville Society Award; the Beta Gamma Sigma Honor Society; the Jewish Endowment Foundation's Tzedakah Award; the Tulane Emeritus Club's Outstanding Alumnus Award; and the ADL Torch of Liberty Award. Saul is preceded in death by his parents, Goldie Goldblum Mintz and Morris Mintz, his brother Ellis Mintz, his sister Bella Mintz Goldberg and his beloved in-laws, Roselyn and Clifford Strauss. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Jean Strauss Mintz; brother Albert Mintz and wife, Linda of New Orleans; sisters-in-law, Elaine Levy Mintz of New Orleans and Peggy Strauss Greenbaum and husband, Jim Greenbaum of Rancho Mirage, CA; children, Morris Mintz and wife, Melinda, Carolyn Kaplan and husband, Jay of Houston, TX and Sally Mann and husband, Anthony of Greenwich, CT; and his grandchildren; Mark Mintz and wife, Jennifer, Clifford and Sarah Mintz, Glynn, Layne and Jack Kaplan, Alexandra, Isabelle, Strauss and Georgia Mann; great granddaughter, Lillian Mintz; and a score of adored nieces and nephews. The family would like to acknowledge Leo Moy, Dorothy Nation, Cora Cosby and Saul's entire Strauss Interests family. These were people very special to Saul as they surrounded and supported his daily home and work life. In addition, the family is grateful to the numerous individuals and medical professionals who gave such wonderful care to Saul during his final months, especially Drs. Herschel Harter, Bernie McHugh, Rolf Morstead, Mark Napoli and Frank Weinholt. The family also offers special thanks to Chester King and Gwynn Williams for their invaluable, personal devotion to Saul's care, healing and comfort. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to Temple B'Nai Israel Endowment Fund, Ouachita Council on Aging, Food Bank of Northeast LA, Strauss Theater Center, Tulane Hillel or a charity of your choice . Visitation will be held from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM, Wednesday, September 19, 2012, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. A memorial service will be held honoring Saul's life at 2:00 PM, Thursday, September 20, 2012 at Temple B'nai Israel, 2400 Orell Pl. Monroe, LA. Of all Saul's creations, the one of which he was most proud was his family. As he learned from his parents, he taught his own children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews by example. This is his legacy and he created it with purpose, and he "built it to last". Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star from September 18 to September 20, 2012

Carolyn Delores Perry Funeral services for Carolyn Delores Perry, 65, of Monroe, will be held at 1:00 PM Wednesday, September 19, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Darrell Washam officiating. Interment will follow at Loch Arbor Church Cemetery. Mrs. Perry passed away Sunday, September 16, 2012, at St. Francis Medical Center. She was a member of College Place Baptist Church, a very accomplished seamstress, and enjoyed her computer. Mrs. Perry was preceded in death by her parents, Emmett "Peanut" and Marie Gibbs. Survivors include her husband, David F. Perry; children, Mary Guidry and husband Daniel, Lori Takewell and husband Terry, Julie Procell and husband Chris, William David Potter, and Kathy Hendren; grandchildren, Corey McManus, Savannah McManus, Tyler Leger, Bailey Andras, Brent Takewell, Brandon Salter, Jesse Salter, Hope Hendren, and Kevin Hendren; seven great grandchildren; sister, Peggy Tennyson and husband Bronnie; brother, Emmett S. Gibbs and wife Lisa; several nieces and nephews; and her constant canine companion, Stormy. Pallbearers will be Brent Takewell, Terry Takewell, Jonathan Gibbs, Chris Procell, Tyler Leger, and Elliott Lewis. Honorary pallbearer will be Darrell Campbell and Josh Martin. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to the Ouachita Humane Society. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 18, 2012

Janie Pippins Funeral services for Mrs. Janie Pippins, 88, of Monroe, will be held at 3:00 PM, Wednesday, September 19, 2012, at Bible Missionary Church with Rev. Ben Dowd, Rev. Jesse Truitt, and Rev. Sammy Pender officiating. Interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Pippins passed away Saturday, September 15, 2012, at St. Francis Medical Center. She was a member of Bible Missionary Church, loved people and visiting nursing homes. Mrs. Pippins was preceded in death by her parents, Roy and Estelle Dowd; two sisters, Doris Dowd and Mildred Neal; and one brother, Ronald Dean Dowd. Survivors include her daughter, Sherry O'Connor and husband John of West Monroe; son, Rev. Sammy Pender and wife Mary of Frankfort, IN; brothers, Rev. R. B. Dowd and wife Faye of Nashville, TN, John Dowd and wife Joyce of Monroe, and Rev. Ben Dowd and wife Sandy of Bella Vista, AR; sister, Mary Lou Smith and husband Jarrell of Monroe; five grandchildren, Terri Chelette and Chris of West Monroe, Donna K. Antley and husband Glen of West Monroe, Wesley Pender and wife Julie of Columbus, IN, Lisa Keaton of Lebannon, IN, and Cathy Pender of Frankfort, IN; thirteen great grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Cole Chelette, Caleb Hester, Christian Hester, Wesley Pender, Glen Antley, and Chris Chelette. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Memorials may be made to Bible Missionary Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 18, 2012

John H. Prestridge Funeral services for John H. Prestridge, 74 of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, September 19, 2012 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Bro. Don Deluke will be officiating. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens. Mr. John was born January 14, 1938 in Waterproof, LA and passed away peacefully at his home in West Monroe on September 16, 2012. Mr. John is survived by his wife of 53 years, Sylvia Prestridge; 3 children: Donald Prestridge, Kimberly Lenard and husband Rusty, and Ronald Prestridge, and 2 grandchildren: Jessica Lenard Thornhill and husband Matthew and Ian Prestridge. Those blessed enough to have known Mr. John know just how special he truly was. Mr. John was happiest driving around on his John Deere tractor, catching a snooze in his chair, or spoiling Mrs. Sylvia's babies. If you were lucky, he might even threaten to send you to the "woodpile." And there was no greater honor than Mr. John asking if you wanted to join him for a cup of coffee. He truly was a special man, one of a kind, who will never be replaced. Visitation will be held Tuesday, September 18, 2012 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Homes West Monroe. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 18, 2012

Dennis Gregory Strickland Funeral Services for Dennis Gregory Strickland, 54, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM, Wednesday, September 19, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Rev. Stuart Sherman and Rev. Bo Horne officiating. Interment will be held in the Old Sardis Cemetery. Dennis Gregory Strickland was born July 26, 1958 and died September 16, 2012 after a lengthy illness. For 16 years Dennis was service advisor at Montgomery Wards in Monroe. Before that he worked at Howard Bros. on Louisville for 8 years as manager of the Sporting Goods Department. Dennis loved to go to Branson Missouri; He could often be found riding his tractor or lawn mower. Dennis loved his family and family gatherings, and most of all he loved his wife and his dogs. Dennis is preceded in death by his parents, Clifton and Joyce Dumas Strickland; brother- in -laws Marvin Smith and Dale Martin. He is survived by his wife, Martha Garrett Strickland; sister, Dianne Smith; brothers, Gary Strickland and wife Donna, George Strickland and wife Barbie; nieces, Kim Tharp and husband Ricky, Michelle Rogers and husband Blake; nephews, Ricky Smith, Riley Strickland and wife Jennifer, John Wesley Strickland, Casey Cartright; great nieces Tiffany Smith, Anna Tharp, Emily Strickland and Emma Strickland; Great nephews, Ricky Smith Jr., Alan Tharp, Dylan Rogers, Colin Rogers, Logan Perritt; mother in law and father in law, Metalene and Bill Garrett; brother in law, Richard Garrett and wife Deborah; sister in law, Carmel Strickland; and his two beloved Pomeranians, Ben and Buffy. Pallbearers will be Ricky Smith, John Wesley Strickland, Alan Tharp, Ricky Tharp, Blake Rogers and Riley Strickland. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Tuesday, September 18, 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 September 18, 2012

Ray Welch A visitation to honor Ray Welch, 93, of West Monroe, will be held Tuesday, September 18, from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM on at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Funeral services will be held at a later date in St. Louis, MO with interment in Salem, MO. Ray was born June 26, 1919 and died September 16, 2012 at home in West Monroe. He and his wife moved to West Monroe in March, 2012, to live with his son and daughter-in-law after living in St. Louis for 64 years. He was a very active member at Tower Grove Baptist Church in St. Louis for 64 years where he and his wife worked in a variety of different capacities - youth, mission trips, singles, usher, "bus ministry" -- and after his retirement, he led a host of volunteers in maintaining the grounds at the church. He was preceded in death by his parents John Cicero and Mary Ethel Welch, two brothers, and two sisters. Survivors are his wife of 64 years, Hazel Dean Shults Welch; one son, G. Dale Welch and wife Janice; former daughter-in-law Norma Welch; two grandsons, Eric and wife Donna of Ft. Lauderdale, FL and Ryan and wife Kim of Coppell, TX; six great grandchildren, Emily, Tori, Evan, Sophia, Ben and Beau; two step-grandsons, Todd Thompson and wife Aletha of West Monroe and Chad Thompson and wife Kim of Marion; six step great grandchildren, Derek and wife Kaitlin, Ethan and wife Annah, Garrett and wife Rebekah, Ian Orton, Josie, and Savannah; and three step great-great grandchildren, Leland, Kendale, and Henleigh. In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to the Campus Beautification Fund at Tower Grove Baptist Church, 4257 Magnolia Ave., St. Louis, MO, 63110. The family wishes to express a deep appreciation to Louisiana Hospice for their support and care during his brief illness. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 18, 2012

Ollie Faye Barnes. WINNSBORO — Ollie Faye Barnes, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Gill First National Funeral Home. Visitation is 10 a.m. Wednesday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Crowville Masonic Cemetery, Crowville.

Willie F. Colvin, 88 RUSTON — Willie Fred "Bill" Colvin, a machinist, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at First Baptist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Unionville Cemetery, Unionville.

Rev. Steve Davies, 64 The Rev. Steve Davies of West Monroe, a retired Catholic priest, died Friday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Mavis Day, 77 Mavis Day of West Monroe, a retired administrative support worker with GMAC, died Sunday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Johnny Hebert, 83 Johnny Hebert of West Monroe, a retired electrical contractor, died Monday. Services are 11 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, Calhoun.

Jimmy Johnston, 77 Jimmy Johnston of West Monroe, a retired machine tender for Graphic Packaging, died Thursday. Services are 10 a.m. Tuesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park, Monroe.

Evelyn C. Laing, 100 Evelyn C. Laing of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Other services are incomplete.

Sharon F. Madden, 55 Sharon Farmer Madden of Monroe, a licensed practical nurse, died Sunday. Visitation will begin at 5 p.m. Wednesday at Loch Arbor Baptist Church. Other services are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

JoAnn Rand, 79 JoAnn Rand of Monroe, a retired registered nurse, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Parkview Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Vicksburg City Cemetery, Vicksburg, Miss.

Mattie M. Sanders, 92 WISNER — Mattie Martin Sanders died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Highland Park Cemetery, Sicily Island.

Judith W. Turpin, 92 Judith W. Turpin of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Private family services will be held under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Maxine Wilson, 82 RUSTON — Maxine Wilson, retired vice-president of the Bank of Oak Grove, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Cox Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in New Forest Cemetery.

Richard M. Zachry, 53 Richard Mark Zachry of West Monroe, a hydraulic mechanic, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Fuller, Ella Mae: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Martin, Kenneth A. "Jake": 2 p.m. Tuesday, Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston. Mintz, Saul A.: 2 p.m. Thursday, Temple B'Nai Israel, Monroe. Randolph, Robert: 1 p.m. Thursday, Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Taylor, Relda Genice: 10 a.m. Tuesday, Pilgrim's Rest Baptist Church, Spearsville. Wade, Rev. Thomas Magruder III: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Christ Episcopal Church, St. Joseph. Wyatt, Donald A.: 3 p.m. Tuesday, Ebenezer Baptist Church, Jonesboro.

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

Mavis Day Graveside funeral and interment services for Mrs. Mavis Day 77 of West Monroe are at 10:00 AM on Thursday, September 20, 2012 at Roselawn Memorial Gardens Calhoun, LA with Rev. Johnny Holyfield officiating. Services are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mrs. Day was born November 16, 1934 in Conehatta, MS to the late Green Floyd and Gertrude Price Colquette. She passed away September 16, 2012 in West Monroe. A member of Faith Christian Church, she was a retired administrative assistant for GMAC and a Ouachita Parish School Board food service worker. Mrs. Day was preceded in death by her parents, a sister and her brother. Survivors include her daughters, Linda Day McCarty, Pamela Diane Day, and Lisa Day McManus and husband, David; grandchildren, Joshua and Shelby McCarty, Matthew, Haley, and Caleb McManus; great grandson, Jonah McCarty; brothers, Jerrell, Colburn, and Karon Colquette; and a number of nieces and nephews. Visitation is Wednesday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Send online condolences to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 19, 2012

Johnny Hebert Johnny Hebert, age 83, was called home to heaven on Monday, September 17, 2012. Born on March 7, 1929, Johnny proudly served in the U.S. Navy and was a true man of God, accomplished electrical contractor, skilled outdoorsman, avid gardener, master chef, survivalist, innovator, humorist, and quintessential football fanatic. Composed of strong character and a keen business acumen, Johnny held numerous leadership roles, including elder of the University Church of Christ, president of Valley Electric, and a founding board member for both Red River Bank and CenturyLink. Most importantly, Johnny tempered the strength of his values and principles with a gentle spirit; in turn befriended and beloved by so many for his warmth, wisdom, and generosity, he served as the spiritual foundation and role-model of the family he so dearly treasured. Johnny is preceded in death by his mother, father, brothers, and sisters. He is survived by his wife, sweetheart, and best-friend of 64 years, Katherine Hebert; his daughter Glenda and her husband Ira of Muscle Shoals, AL; his son Terry and his wife Jo of West Monroe; his grandson Chris of Atlanta, GA; his grandson Chad and wife Kristi of West Monroe; and his great-granddaughters Holli and Landri. Serving as pallbearers will be Randy Stinson, Eddie Spillers, Ken Williams, Jeremy Ratcliff, Buddy Hollis, Kevin Meyers, Blake Chatelain, and Pipes Barham. Honorary pallbearers will be members of the Red River Bank board of directors. A special heartfelt thanks goes to Dr. Larry Olinde, Dr. Owen Meyers, and Dr. Virginia Gonzalez, the St. Francis Medical Center staff, and the Fresenius Medical Care - West Monroe staff. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 19, from 5-7 p.m., and memorial services will be held on Thursday, September 20, at 11 a.m., both at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe. Burial service will follow at Roselawn Cemetery in West Monroe. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or the National Kidney Foundation . Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 19, 2012

Guy Breese Jones Guy Breese Jones of Allen, Texas, formerly of Monroe, LA, died on September 15, 2012 following a long and courageous battle with cancer. Guy and Barbara, his wife of 55 years who died in 2007, were residents of Allen for 18 years, and were charter members of Suncreek United Methodist Church in Allen. Guy was born in Monroe, LA on June 15, 1929 to Neva Agnes Breese Jones and Florence Leonard Jones. He was educated in the public schools in Monroe, including Neville High School. While at Neville, he helped design a large, bronze plaque memorializing Neville students who served in World War II. The plaque still graces the entrance to the school's main auditorium. Guy was an Eagle Scout and though he enjoyed most all sports, he especially loved the game of baseball, only recently changing his longtime allegiance from the Boston Red Sox to the Texas Rangers. He was often seen around Allen attending his grandchildren's various activities and sporting events, and was their most loyal fan. He played on the Suncreek United Methodist Church softball team until he was 75 years old. During his years in Monroe, he was a member of the civic group Jaycees and played catcher on their softball team. Since 1953, he and his wife, Barbara, were faithful members of St. Paul's United Methodist Church, where he served on the Administrative Board and sang bass in the choir. He loved many kinds of music and sang in the Suncreek United Methodist Church choir as well. After graduating from Neville High School in 1946, he attended Louisiana Tech University, where he met his wife, Barbara Jean Mobley. He was a member of Kappa Sigma Fraternity and she of Kappa Delta. He graduated from Tech with a B.A. degree in Accounting, and they married thereafter on June 14, 1952 in the First Presbyterian Church in Alexandria, LA, her hometown. Guy was an officer in the United States Coast Guard at the time, so following their wedding, Guy and Barbara moved to Corpus Christi, Texas where Guy was stationed. He had enlisted, attended boot camp, and was commissioned as an officer. He served on active duty aboard the Triton Coast Guard cutter, patrolling the Gulf of Mexico, the Caribbean, Mexico and Cuba during the Korean Conflict. Following Guy's service in Corpus Christi, and the birth of their first child, Marty, they moved to Guy's hometown of Monroe. Over the next twelve years, they had three more children, Dan, Chris and Bonnie. Guy served 14 years as a deputy in the Ouachita Parish Sheriff's office, and as an accountant in the tax assessor's office. He then accepted a related position at one of the largest employers in the Monroe area until his retirement there at Riverwood International. Following his early active duty service in the Coast Guard, he also led the Coast Guard's local Reserve unit, until his retirement, attaining the rank of Commander. Upon their retirement, and because their children had all since migrated to the Dallas area, Guy and Barbara followed to, as they put it, "Live near their children and visit their friends." Guy lost Barbara, his wife of 55 years to cancer in 2007. Guy Jones was a kind and gentle man with a keen sense of humor, who valued his family, his close friends and was, in the words of his sister Agnes, "easy to like and easy to love." Guy was preceded in death by his mother (Neva Agnes Breese Jones), his father (Florence Leonard Jones), his infant sister (Dorothy Nan Jones), two paternal uncles who were Methodist pastors, numerous maternal aunts, cousins and an uncle. Guy is survived by his four children (and 6 grandchildren) who all live in the Allen/Plano area: daughter Marty; son Dan (wife Rae'An McDaniel and daughter Holly); son Chris (wife Brenda and sons Taylor and Cole); and daughter Bonnie (husband Larry Calton, and their children Bailey, Courtney and Ben). He is also survived by his loving sister, Martha Agnes Jones Golson who still lives in Monroe, and her five sons, Dave, Russell, Larry, Clint and Jeff. He is also survived by several cousins with whom he enjoyed close and loving relationships. A service to remember Guy and to celebrate his life will be held on Thursday, September 20th at 2pm at Suncreek United Methodist Church in Allen. A short graveside service will follow at nearby Ridgeview Memorial Gardens in Allen. Memorials in lieu of flowers may be made to Suncreek United Methodist Church in Allen, TX or to St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Monroe, LA. To sign an online register or convey condolences, please visit www.daltonandson.com. Published in The News Star on September 19, 2012

Evelyn C. Laing Beloved. A word that describes Evelyn Coleman Laing from the perspective of anyone who knew her. Daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, friend; the number of lives she touched, molded and inspired in her 100 years on this earth is truly remarkable. This genuine southern lady was known for her wisdom, gentle spirit and loving kindness to all. Born on her family's farm in Morehouse parish on January 20, 1912, she passed from this life on September 16, 2012 after a brief illness. She was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, W.R. Laing and both of her children, James Laing and Virginia Laing Newman. She is survived by her granddaughters, Annice Ernst and husband Jay of Monroe, Angela Washam of Shreveport; her great grandchildren, Elizabeth and Timothy Ernst and Nathan and Matthew Washam; numerous nieces and nephews and their children and grandchildren. Though she never worked outside the home, she was known for her amazing southern cooking and beautiful gardens, particularly her roses. These talents became a legacy enjoyed by each generation that followed her. Her favorite activities were reading and caring for her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her and admired her strength, independence and Christian compassion. Services will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday, September 20, 2012, in the chapel at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with the Reverend John Mabray officiating. Interment will follow at Riverview Cemetery, Monroe. Visitation will be Wednesday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM and from 1:00 PM until service time Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Jay Ernst, Tim Ernst, Nathan Washam, Jay Moore, Johnny Risher, and Daniel Griffon. Honorary pallbearer will be Jimmy Risher. Memorials may be made to Ouachita Christian School or Covenant Presbyterian Youth Fund. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 19, 2012

Sharon Farmer Madden Funeral services for Mrs. Sharon Farmer Madden, 55, of Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00 A.M. Thursday September 20, 2012 at the Loch Arbor Baptist Church in Monroe, LA with Rev. Andy Myrick officiating. Interment will be in Loch Arbor Cemetery, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home in Monroe, LA. Mrs. Madden died September 16, 2012 at St. Francis North Hospital after a lengthy illness. Sharon was a member of Loch Arbor Baptist Church in Monroe. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Geraldine Farmer and grandson, Hunter Wesley Madden. Survivors: Husband, Gregory M. Madden, Sr.; sons, Gregory M. "Clent" Madden, Jr. and wife, Mandy, Harvey Wesley Madden and wife, Dana; Daughter, Tara Michelle Fifield and husband, Quentin; Grandchildren, Annmarie Madden, Mayce Madden, Cody Madden, James Fifield, Hayden Madden, Keegan Grems, Ethan Fifield and Connor Madden; Brothers, Wayne Farmer, Sr. and Jimmy Farmer; numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Cody Madden, Brian Redding, Will Harrop, Timothy Simmons, Jr. Daniel Simmons and Matthew Simmons. Visitation will begin at 5:00 P.M. Wednesday at Loch Arbor Baptist Church. Memorials may be made to the Loch Arbor Baptist Church Cemetery Association. Online Registry/Condolences:www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 19, 2012

James S. Masters, Sr. Funeral services for James Samuel Masters, Sr., age 74 of Columbia, will be held at 10 AM Thursday, September 20, 2012 from the sanctuary of Apostolic Truth Tabernacle in Grayson, LA with Bro. Sherman Jones and Bro. Cecil Grantham officiating. Interment will follow at Welcome Home Cemetery in Grayson, LA. Visitation will be Wednesday evening at Apostolic Truth Tabernacle from 5 PM to 9 PM. Mr. Masters was born in Jonesville, LA to the union of Rev. Allen Benjamin Masters, Sr. and Susie Morris Masters and went to his Heavenly home on Monday, September 17, 2012 at St. Francis Medical Center in Monroe. He served 13 years with the Air Force then retired after an additional 15 years with the Army as a National Guard Recruiter. A member of the Apostolic Truth Tabernacle church, a Mason and a Shriner. He was preceded in death by his parents; son, James Samuel Masters, Jr. and two brothers: W.L. Masters and Johny Masters. Survivors include his beloved wife of 44 years, Beverly Masters; four sons: Bill Masters (Vickie), Benny Masters (Nancy), Jimmy Masters (Wah) and James Allen Etheridge (Reba); two daughters, Kim Gomez (Rocky) and Sandy Ferrington; two brothers: Odis Masters (Pat) and A.B. Masters, Jr. (Geneva); sister, Flora Belle McCarthy (Charles); thirteen grandchildren: Micheal Gomez (Sabri), Michelle Gomez, Brandon Masters, Nathaniel Livermore, Matthew Gomez, Chase Masters, Marissa Gomez, Christopher Etheridge, Michael Etheridge, Darren Etheridge, Wendy Brady, Jessica Ebey and Thomas Peoples; several great-grandchildren and special friend, David Franklin. Pallbearers will be Rocky Gomez, Micheal Gomez, Matthew Gomez, Brandon Masters, Chase Masters and David Franklin. Online condolences may be made at www.riserfuneralhomes.com. Riser Funeral Home Columbia, LA Published in The News Star on September 19, 2012

JoAnn Haynes Rand Funeral services for JoAnn Haynes Rand, 79, of Monroe, LA will be at 10:00 AM, Friday, September 21, 2012 at Parkview Baptist Church, Monroe with Pastor Erby Burgess officiating. Interment will follow at Vicksburg City Cemetery, Vicksburg, MS under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. JoAnn was born on November 26, 1932 in Quitman County, MS and passed away on September 17, 2012 in Monroe, LA. She was a retired Registered Nurse and was a graduate of Kings Daughters Nursing School. She loved football, was devoted to her grandchildren and had a special relationship with granddaughter Bailee Ann, supported Good Shepherd School and was a devoted member of Parkview Baptist Church, serving in the Parkview Home Bound Ministry. She was preceded in death by father, W. T. Haynes, Sr; mother, Jo Elizabeth T. Haynes Worthy; and brother, James Eugene Haynes. She is survived by her sons: Charles L. Rand III of Monroe, LA and Wade M. Rand of Chicago, IL; daughters: Ann Rand Howard and husband, David of Monroe, LA and Christy Rand Arango of Monroe, LA; granddaughters, Bailee Ann Howard and Deanna Arango; grandsons: Shane Gulledge, Jason Gulledge, Joseph Gulledge, Christopher Arango and great-grandson, Lazarus Arango; sisters, Virginia Louise Hughes of Brandon, MS; Angela Rutherford of Columbus, MS; and Gwen Kelly of Hattiesburg, MS. Pallbearers will be Dr. Michael Bergeron, Dr. Madura Rangaraj, David Howard, Rohan Rangaraj, Wade M. Rand, and Charles L. Rand III. Honorary pallbearers will be David Burkett, Esq., Frank Bergeron, and Robert Simmons. Visitation will be from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Thursday, September 20, 2012 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to Louisiana Baptist Children's Home, Billy Graham Ministries, St. Francis Hospital, or the charity of your choice . Special thanks is extended to Dr. Scott Barron, the Staff of St. Francis Hospital, Dr. Michael Bergeron, and Drs. Uma and Madura Rangaraj. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 19, 2012

Richard Mark Zachry Graveside Services for Richard Mark Zachry, 53, of West Monroe, LA will be held 1:00 PM Thursday, September 20, 2012 in the Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens in West Monroe, LA with Rev. Jon Tellifero officiating under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Mr. Zachry was born on December 11, 1958 in Ruston, LA and died on September 17, 2012 in West Monroe, LA. He had been a member of the APBA boat racing association, and was an avid outdoorsman, hunting ducks and deer. Mr. Zachry loved building things; he first started with his welding trailer and then constructed his shop piece by piece. His plans were to start on a boat for Noah his grandson. He is preceded in death by his father, Phil Zachry. He is survived by his wife, Tammy Ballard Zachry; daughter, Katie Meredith and husband, Jamie and son, Paul Zachry and wife, Lauren; grandchildren, Noah, Jonah and Luke Meredith and Haylea Zachry; mother, Peggy Zachry; brothers, Tony Zachry and wife, Karen, and Steven Zachry and wife, Jeannette; nephews, Erik Zachry and wife, Beth, Kyle Zachry; niece, Emery Thibodeaux and husband, Trey; great nieces, Alyssa and Aubrey Zachry; and a host of other family and friends. Pallbearers will be Richard Horrell, David McLemore, Dickie Patterson, Darren Patterson, Edward Cole and Mark Johnson. Honorary Pallbearers will be Ron Traxler, Bob Freeman, and Richard LeMoine. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Wednesday, September 19, 2012 at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or to Gideon's International. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 19, 2012

Patric J. Bourgeois, infant WINNSBORO — Patric James Bourgeois, the infant son of Clarence and Samantha Bourgeois, died Monday. Services are 3 p.m. Thursday at Gill First National Funeral Home. Visitation is 2 p.m. Thursday until service time. Burial will be in Ogden Cemetery.

Myrtle Boyette, 90 OLLA — Myrtle Boyette, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Urania Pentecostal Church, Urania. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in Urania Cemetery under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Olla.

Ruth Brown, 98 Ruth Brown of Monroe, an educator, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Mildred B. Cooper, 92 Mildred Brown Cooper of Monroe, a retired U. S. Postal Service worker, died Saturday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery.

Georgetta Freeman, 59 Georgetta Freeman of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Memorial services are 7 p.m. Thursday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

Ezra Jackson, 55 Ezra Jackson of West Monroe, a mechanic, died Sept. 9. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Wilbur Moy, 58 HOUSTON, Texas — Wilbur Moy, a laborer, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens

Carolyn D. Perry, 65 Carolyn Delores Perry of Monroe, a type setter, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Loch Arbor Baptist Church Cemetery.

Janie Pippins, 88 Janie Pippins of Monroe, a homemaker, died Saturday. Services are 3 p.m. Wednesday at Bible Missionary Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

John H. Prestridge, 74 John H. Prestridge of West Monroe, a retired pressman for The News-Star, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Wednesday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Irene P. Rogers, 93 BASTROP — Irene Pratt Rogers, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at First Presbyterian Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Wednesday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Carter Cemetery, Bastrop.

Dennis G. Strickland, 54 Dennis Gregory Strickland of West Monroe died Sunday. Services are 10 a.m. Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Old Sardis Cemetery, West Monroe.

Estelle Vinson, 86 Estelle Vinson of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Olive Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mount Sinai Cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Barnes, Ollie Faye: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Gill First National Funeral Home. Colvin, Willie Fred "Bill": 2 p.m. Thursday, First Baptist Church, Ruston. Day, Mavis: 10 a.m. Thursday, Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun. Hebert, Johnny: 11 a.m. Thursday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Mintz, Saul A.: 2 p.m. Thursday, Temple B'Nai Israel, Monroe. Rand, JoAnn: 10 a.m. Friday, Parkview Baptist Church, Monroe. Randolph, Robert: 1 p.m. Thursday, Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Sanders, Mattie Martin: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home. Wilson, Maxine: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Cox Funeral Home.

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

Charles Michael Bell Charles Michael (Mike) Bell of Monroe, Louisiana (formerly of Bastrop, Louisiana) died September 19, 2012 at Saint Francis Medical Center. Mike was born March 7, 1946, in Bastrop, Louisiana. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gloria and Mike Bell. Mike attended Louisiana State University and was a graudate of Northeast Louisiana University. He had taught school in Morehouse Parish. Mike was a lifelong faithful member of First United Methodist Church in Bastrop. Mike is survived by his siblings: Margie Bell Christian of New Orleans; Nerissa Bell Bryant (John) of Monroe; Katie Bell Knight (David) of Humble, Texas; Gloria Bell Markle (Edward) of New Orleans; John David (Cathy) of Benton; and numerous nieces and nephews. The family is grateful to the following medical professionals: L.S.U. Medical Center in Shreveport; Dr. Richard O'Donovan; Dr. Ekam Anumele; Saint Francis SICU; Dr. Frank Weinholt; and Oaks Nursing Home. Mike chose to leave his body to Louisiana State University Medical Center in Shreveport, Louisiana, for medical education and research. The family will hold a private memorial service. Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church in Bastrop, Louisiana, or a charity of your choice . Published in The News Star from September 20 to September 22, 2012

Peggy Latham Funeral services for Peggy Latham, 74, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 11:30 AM Friday, September 21, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Danny Hawthorne and Rev. Cecil Harrington officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Latham passed away Wednesday, September 19, 2012, at St. Joseph Nursing Home. She loved country music and being on the river with her husband, family and friends. She was in the Bowlers Veteran League and an active member of Women of the Moose. Peggy was named International co-worker of Louisiana in the 1980's and was also Captain of the River Squadron. Mrs. Latham was preceded in death by her father, Woodrow Meredith; her mother, Iris Skinner; her husband, Billy Latham, Sr., and her son, Billy Latham Jr., and her sisters, Dolores Mitchell and Sidney Meredith. Survivors include daughter, Debbie Latham Ramsey of Monroe, La; one sister; four brothers; grandsons, John Scott Ramsey and Dusty Ramsey; great-granddaughter, Cheyanne; and great-grandson, Dillon Latham. Pallbearers will be Steve Brinson, Buddy Frost, David Brinson, Donald Duncan, Houston Nelson, and Dick Etheridge. Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Thursday, September 20, 2012 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., LA Published in The News Star on September 20, 2012

William Michael "Will" McGee 12/17/1984 - 9/20/2002 The last 10 years have flown by. It's almost unbelievable to say that, because it feels like yesterday. We pause today to celebrate your life and to say thanks to God for allowing us to have you for the time He allotted. We wait again where we can all be reunited with you, in a place that is free of cancer and where we can forever hold you in our arms. We miss you every second, every minute, every hour of every day. Love you, Dad, Mom and Rachel. Published in The News Star on September 20, 2012

Saul Mintz The Summer Camp for Girls extends its heartfelt condolences to the family of Saul Mintz, father of our President, Sally Mintz Mann. Our campers, staff and supporters mourn the loss and celebrate the life of Saul Mintz and honor his inspiring dedication to community service. Published in The News Star on September 20, 2012

Frances Ann Clark Price A celebration of the life of Frances Ann Clark Price, age 64, will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday September 22, 2012 at Hillcrest Memorial Chapel in Haughton, LA, with Rev. Billy Pierce officiating. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Friday September 21, 2012 at Hill Crest Memorial Chapel. Frances was born on October 12, 1947, one of nine children born to Lawrence and Vernie Clark in West Monroe, LA. She went home to be with the Lord on September 17, 2012. Frances was a loving, supportive wife and mother to her family and found great joy in being a doting grandmother. Frances was a hard worker employed by Brookshire Co. for 18 years. She enjoyed working in her yard and being a career Marine's wife. Frances loved cheering for her boys and grandkids as they were actively involved in sports. She missed very few games until her health limited her access. Frances was married to the love of her life, Maurice Russell Price, Sr. for 46 ½ years and the two enjoyed many memorable times together. Family was important to Frances and that was evident in the way she and Maurice raised their two boys, Rusty and Billy Price. To her grandchildren, Frances was affectionately known as "Mamaw". Mrs. Price was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Vernie Clark; her sisters Joyce Clark, Jean Price, and Irene Batson; and her in-laws, Mr. and Mrs. C.H. Price, Sr. Frances leaves to cherish her memory, her beloved husband Maurice Russell Price, Sr., her two boys: Maurice Russell Price, Jr. (Rusty) and William Hubert Price (Billy) and wife Judy; four sisters and spouses, Ollivee Wink, Faye Meredith, (Garland); Olyce Bennett, (Danny); Rhonda LaBorde, (Ronnie); and one brother, Raymond Clark, (Gwen) ; sister-in -law, Betty Scharf, (Ray); Debbie Price Plummer; seven precious grandchildren - Hayden, Kaylieb, Kaitlin and Matthew Price and Michael, Matthew, and Mitchel Vetkoetter; and a host of nieces and nephews; Extended family- Suzanne Campbell, Susie, Danie, Terri, and Gary Rakes, and Kim and Peanut Davis; Dear friends- Cecil, Hilda, and Mark Ball; Gary, Trisha, and Stephen Giddens; Cheryl Purvis, Rudy, Tim, and TR Francis, and numerous other friends who are all so very special. Frances will be sorely missed by all! Pallbearers will be: Hayden and Kaylieb Price, Michael and Matthew Vetkoetter, Mark Ball and Stephen Giddens. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Cecil Ball and Gary Giddens. Maurice and family offer a special thanks to the CCU staff at Christus Highland Medical Center and also the Nursing staff and workers at Dubuis Hospital of Shreveport. The outstanding love and care you showed our wife, mother and sister, will be forever appreciated and remembered. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: St. Judes Hospital P.O. Box 1000-Dept 142, Memphis, TN 38148. Words of comfort may be shared with the family by visiting www.hillcrestmemorialfh.com Hillcrest Funeral Home Haughton, LA Published in The News Star on September 20, 2012

Annie Lee Vaughan Funeral services for Annie Lee Vaughn will be held Friday, September 21, 2012 at 11:00 AM in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Pastor Terry Taylor, Family Church will conduct the celebration. Interment will follow at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Annie Lee Vaughan passed from her early home to her heavenly home on September 18, 2012. Her husband, Edgar Lee Vaughan and her son, Edgar Lynn Vaughan are welcoming her to Heaven. She was born July 16, 1917 in Eros, LA and lived most of her adult life in West Monroe where she was a member of First Baptist Church of West Monroe for 62 years. She loved Jesus and glorified Him with the way that she served others. She leaves behind her grandsons; Brian Vaughan, his wife, Deanna, and their 5 children, Andy Vaughan, his wife Julie and their 3 children, her sister, Loretta Stuckey Green and her husband, James and 5 nieces and 5 nephews; daughter-in-law, Marilyn Daniel and Joe. Pallbearers will be Hunter Vaughan, Bailey Vaughan, Casey Vaughn, Jim Smith, Kim Smith and Trey Charles. The family wishes to thank all her caregivers from Home Assistance Services for all they have done over the last 3 years and with special thanks to Joyce and Joan. We also appreciate Louisiana Hospice and her "good helper" Sandra, her nurse, Monica, her chaplain Milton. You all helped her live out a good quality of life and her last days in her own home. Visitation will be held Friday, September 20, 2012 starting at 9:30 AM and the celebration service will begin at 11 am 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 September 20, 2012

Cameron Battle, infant Cameron Battle of Monroe, the infant son of Timmie and Tiffany Battle, died Sept. 10. Graveside services are 9 a.m. Saturday at Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood. Arrangements are under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Jennifer C. Bingham, 42 Jennifer Comeaux Bingham of Monroe, a human resources manager, died Saturday. Graveside services are 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 11 a.m. Saturday until service time at the funeral home.

Violet Mae Bryan, 83 Violet Mae Bryan of West Monroe, a teacher's aide, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Earl B. Crosby, 64 DELHI — Earl B. Crosby, a laborer, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Greater One Christian Fellowship Church. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland. Burial will be in Philadelphia Baptist Church Cemetery, Crowville.

Mavis Day, 77 Mavis Day of West Monroe, retired administrative support worker with GMAC, died Sunday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Farris F. Foster, 94 SPEARSVILLE — Farris Futch Foster, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Camp Creek Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Wesley Freeman, 50 BASTROP — Wesley Freeman died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Claresas Harbor, 59 HAWTHORNE, Calif. — Claresas Harbor, formerly of Sicily Island, a security guard, died Saturday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Pilgrim Baptist Church, Sicily Island. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Richardson and Sims Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Cleve R. Glover, 83 Cleve R. Glover of Monroe, a laborer, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland, Monroe. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe. Bernice

Harris, 88 DELHI — Bernice Harris, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church. Visitation is 2-6 p.m. Friday at Funerals by McFarland. Burial will be in Mount Zion Cemetery.

Oria Dale Hayes, 55 OLLA — Oria Dale Hayes, a painter, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday and 10 a.m. Thursday until service time. Burial will be in Sikes Cemetery, Sikes.

Johnny Hebert, 83 Johnny Hebert of West Monroe, retired electrical contractor, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Irene G. Henderson, 92 JOYCE — Irene Gaar Henderson, a retired hairstylist, died Tuesday. Graveside services are 10 a.m. Friday in Garden of Memories Cemetery, Winnfield. Visitation is 9-9:45 a.m. Friday at Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield.

Oday Ingles, 71 WINNFIELD — Oday Jesse Ingles, a painter, died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Old Union Baptist Church, Winnfield. Burial will be in Old Union Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Darlene Johnson, 60 LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Darlene Johnson, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at St. John Baptist Church, Delhi. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in St. John Cemetery, Delhi.

Robert Kelly, 66 OAK GROVE — Robert "Cookie" Kelly, a laborer, died Sunday. SeRvices are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Olive Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Brannum Funeral Home. Burial will be in Terry Cemetery, Terry.

Evelyn C. Laing, 100 Evelyn C. Laing of Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Monroe.

Sharon F. Madden, 55 Sharon Farmer Madden of Monroe, a licensed practical nurse, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Loch Arbor Baptist Church, Monroe. Burial will be in Loch Arbor Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

James S. Masters Sr., 74 COLUMBIA — James Samuel Masters Sr., a retired National Guard recruiter, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Apostolic Truth Tabernacle, Grayson. Burial will be in Welcome Home Cemetery, Grayson, under the direction of Riser Funeral Home.

Leon Morrison, 55 BASTROP — Leon Morrison, a body shop worker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Clemenstine Secrease, 88 BASTROP — Clemenstine Secrease, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Tuesday at St. John Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-6 p.m. Monday at Tennant Funeral Home. Burial will be in H.V. Adams Cemetery.

Estelle Vinson, 86 Estelle Vinson of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Olive Branch Baptist Church, West Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mount Sinai Cemetery.

Richard Zachry, 53 Richard Mark Zachry of West Monroe, a hydraulic mechanic, died Monday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Thursday at Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens Cemetery, West Monroe, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Bourgeois, Patric James: 3 p.m. Thursday, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Boyette, Myrtle: 1 p.m. Thursday, Urania Pentecostal Church, Urania. Brown, Ruth: 10 a.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Colvin, Willie Fred "Bill": 2 p.m. Thursday, First Baptist Church, Ruston. Day, Mavis: 10 a.m. Thursday, Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun. Freeman, Georgetta: 7 p.m. Thursday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Hebert, Johnny: 11 a.m. Thursday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Jackson, Ezra: 2 p.m. Saturday, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Monroe. Mintz, Saul A.: 2 p.m. Thursday, Temple B'Nai Israel, Monroe. Moy, Wilbur: 2 p.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Rand, JoAnn: 10 a.m. Friday, Parkview Baptist Church, Monroe. Randolph, Robert: 1 p.m. Thursday, Tennant Funeral Home, Bastrop. Rogers, Irene Pratt: 2 p.m. Thursday, First Presbyterian Church, Bastrop.

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

Jennifer Comeaux Bingham Graveside services for Jennifer Comeaux Bingham, 42, of Monroe, will be held at 1:30 PM Saturday, September 22, 2012, at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Bingham passed away Saturday, September 15, 2012, at her residence. She was a member of Jesus Name Faith Tabernacle in Ruston, LA. Mrs. Bingham was preceded in death by her mother, Veronica Guillory. Survivors include her husband, Alphonso Bingham; son, Alonzo Terral Bingham; daughter, Harmoni Alia-Immoni-Bingham; her father, Joseph Comeaux; five brothers, Randy, Jonathan, Kevin, Brian and Todd; one sister, Fatima Allen; grandparents, Agnes Taylor, Adam Guillory and Mr. Felix and Mary Mae Guidry Comeaux; and a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, relatives and friends. Pallbearers will be Jonathan Comeaux, Randy Comeaux, Wesley Comeaux, Jovan Levier, Damien Allen, and Mark Allen. Honorary pallbearers will be Kevin Comeaux, Brian Comeaux, Alonzo Bingham, Joseph Comeaux, Dr. Jerry Smith, and Kerry Scott. Visitation will be Saturday from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. The family wishes to extend their thanks to Family First Medicine, Dr. Jerry Smith and Roxane Smith, Hospice Compassus, Cathy Bingham and everyone who assisted them in their time of need. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 21, 2012

Ann LeJeune Bowen Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, September 22, 2012, at Ascension Episcopal Church for Ann LeJeune Bowen, 84, who passed away on September 19, 2012 at 4:45 AM at Maison De Lafayette. Reverend Joseph Daley will conduct the funeral services. Mrs. Bowen, a resident of Lafayette, LA, was the daughter of the late Samuel Humphries and the former Inez Hollis. She was a member of Ascension Episcopal Church. She was a media personality at KLFY-TV 10 and then at KATC-TV 3, where she hosted, "The Ann LeJeune Show". After a short retirement, she returned to KATC-TV 3 to host a cooking show. Ann was Mrs. Louisiana 1963 and was a finalist in the Mrs. America Contest. She was instrumental in creating "Designfair" which promoted local culture, activities and the arts at USL. She was active in Lafayette Mardi Gras and was a founding member of the Krewe of Attakapas. Ann was a long time member of The Episcopal Church of the Ascension. She supported many activities in the local community including Naomi House, The Well and the ASPCA. She was a friend to all and a gracious, personable lady who felt that everyone had a story to tell. She is survived by one daughter, Claire L. Hamilton and her husband John of Austin, TX; two sons, A. Andre LeJeune, III and wife Gracie of Dallas, TX and Sterling W. LeJeune of Lafayette, LA; six grandchildren, Cameron LeJeune, Camille LeJeune, Graham Hamilton, Julian LeJeune, Stephanie Hughes, and Ashley Banks; two great grandchildren, Ashton and Caleb Hughes; one sister, Jane Pearce of Monroe, LA, and one sister in law, Linden Magruder of Baton Rouge, LA. She was preceded in death by her parents, her first husband, S. Womack LeJeune, and her second husband Kenny Bowen. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Acadiana, 2600 Johnston Street, Ste 200, Lafayette, LA, 70503 or to SpayNation, 1640 North Bertrand Drive, Lafayette, LA, 70506. Personal condolences may be sent to the family at www.delhommefuneralhome.com Delhomme Funeral Home, 1011 Bertrand Drive, Lafayette, LA, is in charge of funeral arrangements. Delhomme Funeral Home Lafayette, LA Published in The News Star on September 21, 2012

Violet Mae Bryan Funeral Services for Violet Mae Bryan, 83, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, September 22, 2012 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home of West Monroe, LA with Rev. Gerald Brinkley officiating. Interment will follow in the Beulah Cemetery, Calhoun. Violet Mae Bryan was born May 13, 1929 and died September 19, 2012. She was a member of Lakeland Hills Baptist Church. She loved her church and church family. She spent many years watching her son and his friends playing baseball and enjoyed her grandchildren. Survived by her sons, Edward E. Bryan, and wife, Shirley, Stacey G. Bryan, and wife, Kathy; grandchildren, Stephan, Johnny, Jennifer, Madison Bryan, Samantha, Tabitha, and Payton Evans; brother, Willie Caldwell; sisters, Rose Nash and Gertrude Middleton. Pallbearers will be Brett Vance, Guy Yarbrough, Gary Yarbrough, Johnny Bryan, Stephan Bryan, and Tom Mulhearn. Visitation will be Friday, September 21, 2012 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM 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 September 21, 2012

Peggy Latham The family of Peggy Latham wish to extend a special thanks to John David Ramsey and Dick Ethridge for all their loving attention and care given to my mom over all the years. Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 21, 2012

Juanita Russell Born on May 28, 1923, a native of Coushatta, La and a resident of Baton Rouge passed away on Tuesday, September 18, 2012 at her residence. Visitation will be at Greenoaks Funeral Home, 9595 Florida Blvd., on Sunday, September 23, 2012 from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. with the memorial service at 2:00 p.m. She is survived by her daughter, Leigh R Nolan of Baton Rouge; granddaughter Michelle Russell, of Houston, TX ; grandsons Michael Nolan and wife Monique of New Orleans, Emory Nolan of New Orleans and Russell Nolan and wife Analicia of Baton Rouge; great grandchildren, Sinclair and Emory Francis Nolan of New Orleans and Michael Villawock, of Houston TX. She is preceded in death by her husband, James McCampbell Russell, Jr. and a son, James McCampbell (Mac) Russell III. In lieu of flowers donations to Baptist children home. Please visit www.greenoaksfunerals.com to leave condolences for the family. Green Oaks Funeral Home Baton Rouge, LA Published in The News Star on September 21, 2012

Cameron Battle, infant Cameron Battle of Monroe, the infant son of Timmie and Tiffany Battle, died Sept. 10. Graveside services are 9 a.m. Saturday at Trousdale Hill Cemetery, Collinston. Arrangements are under the direction of Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville.

Walter Collins, 88 Walter Collins of Monroe, a mechanic, died Sept. 12. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Longfield Cemetery, Sterlington.

Juanita M. Johnson, 82 GARLAND, Texas — Juanita Mayfield Johnson, formerly of Ruston, a food service worker, died Saturday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at Mount Harmony Baptist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 7-8 p.m. Friday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Peggy Latham, 74 Peggy Latham of Monroe, a retired beautician, died Wednesday. Services are 11:30 a.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Joseph Lewis, 80 RUSTON — Joseph Lewis of Simsboro died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

Lucille Meador, 91 MER ROUGE — Lucille Meador, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum. Visitation is 10 a.m. Saturday until service time at the mausoleum. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park under the direction of Cox Funeral Home,

Bastrop. C. Lenora Smith, 85 JONESBORO — C. Lenora Harper Smith of Baton Rouge, formerly of Eros, a homemaker, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Salem Cemetery, Eros.

Martha F. Smith, 34 Martha Rosa Fondel Smith of Monroe, formerly of Lake Charles, an educator, died Saturday. Services are noon Saturday at First Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Adile Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Fondel Funeral Home, Lake Charles. Local arrangements are under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Rev. Jimmie L. Taylor, 71 CROSSETT, Ark. — Rev. Jimmie L. Taylor, a Baptist minister, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Cherry Ridge Baptist Church, Bastrop. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Bastrop.

Annie L. Vaughan, 95 Annie Lee Vaughan of West Monroe, retired hairdresser, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 9:30 a.m. Friday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens, West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Battle, Cameron: 9 a.m. Saturday, Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood. Bingham, Jennifer Comeaux: 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe. Crosby, Earl B.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater One Christian Fellowship Church, Delhi. Foster, Farris Futch: 10 a.m. Friday, Camp Creek Baptist Church, Spearsville. Glover, Cleve R.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe. Harbor, Claresas: 1 p.m. Saturday, Pilgrim Baptist Church, Sicily Island. Harris, Bernice: 2 p.m. Saturday, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Delhi. Henderson, Irene Gaar: 10 a.m. Friday, Garden of Memories Cemetery, Winnfield. Jackson, Ezra: 2 p.m. Saturday, Mount Pleas ant Baptist Church, Monroe. Johnson, Darlene: 2 p.m. Saturday, St. John Baptist Church, Delhi. Kelly, Robert "Cookie": 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Baptist Church. Moy, Wilbur: 2 p.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Rand, JoAnn: 10 a.m. Friday, Parkview Baptist Church, Monroe. Secrease, Clemenstine: 1 p.m. Tuesday, St. John Baptist Church, Bastrop. Vinson, Estelle: 1 p.m. Saturday, Olive Branch Baptist Church, West Monroe.

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

Ausie Lee McGrew Funeral Services for Ausie Lee McGrew, 93, of Choudrant and formerly of Eros, will be held at 2:00PM Sunday, September 23, 2012 at Cypress Baptist Church, West Monroe with Bro. Larry Eubanks and Bro. Louis Bartet officiating. Interment will follow immediately in the church cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Ausie Lee McGrew was born on November 6, 1918 and died on September 20, 2012 following a lengthy illness. He worked as a carpenter for Tom Sanders Building Mart for many years. He was an avid gardener. Ausie is a veteran of World War II having served in the U.S. Army for 4 ½ years. He served in the South Pacific on the islands of Bora Bora, New Hibridees, Guatelcanal, and New Georgia. He is preceded in death by his parents, John Wesley and Lou Ella Hargrove McGrew; eight brothers and sisters; and a son-in-law. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Virginia Head McGrew; two daughters, Anita Jordan and husband Dwayne of Choudrant, Rita Wellbrink of West Monroe; granddaughter, Melonie Monk and husband James of Calhoun; two great-grandsons, Leighton and Jaden Monk; two step-grandchildren and their families, Chris Wellbrink and wife Sherrell and their daughter Avery of Bastrop, Kristi Tyler and husband Brad and their daughter Kendall of Palm Beach Gardens, FL; and a host of nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Kenny Head, Ricky McGrew, Terry Glen Hall, Chris Waggoner, H.A. Head, and Ken Massey. Honorary Pallbearers will be Danny McGrew, Tommy Head, Jr., Glen Varner and Bruce Robinson. Visitation will be held from 5:30 PM until 8:30PM Saturday, September 22, 2012 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe and also from 1:00PM until service time Sunday at the church. Memorials may be made to Cypress Baptist Church, 161 Cypress Church Road, West Monroe, LA 71292. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 22, 2012

Jesse Allbritton, 90
WISNER — Jesse Allbritton, a laborer, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Wisner Assembly of God Church. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Saturday at the church. Burial will be in South Central Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro.

Violet Mae Bryan, 83
Violet Mae Bryan of West Monroe died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Beulah Cemetery, Calhoun.

Odis C. Hackworth, 71
EROS — Odis C. Hackworth died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Bernice Harris, 88
DELHI — Bernice Harris, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at St. John Baptist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery under the direction of Funerals by McFarland.

Joseph Lewis, 80
SIMSBORO — Joseph G. Lewis died Wednesday. Services are 3 p.m. Sunday at Simsboro First Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Simsboro Cemetery.

Early McCrutcheon, 71
Early McCrutcheon of Monroe, a laborer, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Sylvia E. Russell, 80
FARMERVILLE — Sylvia Eyvonne Russell, a homemaker, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Martha F. Smith, 34
Martha Rosa Fondel Smith of Monroe, formerly of Lake Charles, an educator, died Saturday. Services are noon Saturday at First Missionary Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Adile Baptist Church Cemetery under the direction of Fondel Memorial Chapel, Lake Charles. Local arrangements are under the direction of Miller Funeral Home, Monroe.

Danny A. Tucker, 62
LILLIE — Danny A. Tucker, retired from Lion Oil Refinery, died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Dennis Williams Sr, 65
Dennis Williams Sr. of Monroe, a retired operator, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at Liberty Christian Center. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Monday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Bobby J. Wiltcher, 73
BERNICE — Bobby J. Wiltcher died Friday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Ruston.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED
Battle, Cameron: 9 a.m. Saturday, Trousdale Hill Cemetery, Collinston., Bingham, Jennifer Comeaux: 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.. Brown, Ruth: 10 a.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Collins, Walter: 11 a.m. Saturday, Hester Central State Funeral Home, Monroe.Crosby, Earl B.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater One Christian Fellowship Church, Delhi. Glover, Cleve R.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Greater Free Gift Baptist Church, Monroe. Harbor, Claresas: 1 p.m. Saturday, Pilgrim Baptist Church, Sicily Island. Jackson, Ezra: 2 p.m. Saturday, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Monroe. Johnson, Darlene: 2 p.m. Saturday, St. John Baptist Church, Delhi. Johnson, Juanita Mayfield: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Mount Harmony Baptist Church, Ruston. Kelly, Robert "Cookie": 11 a.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Baptist Church. Meador, Lucille: 11 a.m. Saturday, Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum, Monroe. Moy, Wilbur: 2 p.m. Saturday, Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Secrease, Clemenstine: 1 p.m. Tuesday, St. John Baptist Church, Bastrop. Smith, C. Lenora Harper: 10 a.m. Saturday, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Taylor, Rev. Jimmie L.: 10 a.m. Saturday, Cherry Ridge Baptist Church, Bastrop. Vinson, Estelle: 1 p.m. Saturday, Olive Branch Baptist Church, West Monroe.

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

Alvin A. Garvan Funeral services for Alvin A. Garvan, 83, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 10:00 AM, Monday, September 24, 2012, at Victory Baptist Church, Monroe, LA, with Rev. Bucky Curry and Rev. John Mark Little officiating. Interment will follow immediately at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home. Mr. Garvan was born on November 22, 1928 in Baskin, LA, and entered into his Savior's Arms on September 21, 2012, at St. Francis Medical Center. Alvin served in the US Army during the Korean War. He and his wife Bobbye were owners of Bobbye's Grocery on Winnsboro Road, Monroe, LA, for 27 years. After retiring from the grocery business, Alvin worked for Evans Oil Company for 20 years. He was a faithful member of Harmony Baptist Church in Delhi, LA. He loved to work in his garden and share stories with his family and friends. Mr. Garvan was preceded in death by his parents, Jim and Bonnie McCarty Garvan; brothers, Andrew, Alfred, and Archie Lee Garvan; and sister, Addie Mae Richardson. Survivors include wife of 62 years, Bobbye Duchense Garvan; son, Mike Garvan and wife Phyllis; grand-daughter, Jenifer Armstrong and husband Mark; grandson, Scotty Garvan; and three great-grandchildren, Caleb and Colby Armstrong and Elizabeth Garvan. Pallbearers will be Larry Garvin, Randall Garvin, Ronnie Garvin, Bennie Evans, Jr., Dale Duchesne and Raymond Helams. Honorary pallbearers will be Tommy Balsamo, K.J. Garvin, Bobby Underwood and Carl Garvin. Visitation will be at Victory Baptist Church from 5:00 until 8:00 PM. Sunday and from 9:00 A.M. until service time on Monday. The family wishes to extend their thanks to Mrs. Jo Evans, Alvin's special sister-n-law, Bennie Evans, Jr. and Suzonne Underwood, for all their love and support. Memorials may be made to the Harmony Baptist Church, Delhi, LA. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 23, 2012

Dr. Bendel Johnson Dr. Bendel Johnson was born on October 21, 1938 in Monroe, Louisiana and died Friday, September 21, 2012 following an extended illness. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, September 24, 2012 at Summer Grove Baptist Church. Officiating will be Dr. Rod Masteller and Dr. Murry Hodge. Interment will follow in Forest Park West Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. Sunday, September 23, 2012 at Rose-Neath Southside. Dr. Johnson was a devoted husband, father and grandfather who committed his life to serving God, family and others. He was a kind, generous man with a wonderful sense of humor. He touched many lives as a physician and through his service to God and his community. As a 1961 graduate of Louisiana Tech University, he received his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in 1965. Upon his completion of his Urology residency in 1970, he opened his private practice at Willis-Knighton Medical Center, where he successfully and compassionately served the Shreveport community for over twenty years. After retiring from private practice in 1992, Dr. Johnson worked in Occupational Medicine for two years before becoming Medical Director of Health Plus of Louisiana. In addition to being affiliated with the Willis-Knighton Health System for over 30 years, Dr. Johnson served with many organizations. These include the American Urological Association, the Louisiana Urological Association, for which he served as president, the American College of Surgeons, the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, the Louisiana State Medical Society, and the Shreveport Medical Society. He also served as Clinical Professor of Urology at LSU School of Medicine in Shreveport for more than twenty years. Dr. Johnson also served on the Willis-Knighton Health System Board of Directors. Because of his love for his country, Dr. Johnson served in the Louisiana Army National Guard Reserves. As a strong pillar of his community, he served his local church in many capacities, from leading revival worship music at his home church in Marion, Louisiana, to serving on various committees and as Chairman of the Deacons at his current church, Summer Grove Baptist Church. He also served as Second Vice President of the Louisiana Baptist Convention. As a diligent and faithful member on the Louisiana College Board of Trustees, Dr. Johnson served in various capacities on Board committees. He was the honored recipient of the Louisiana College Trustees Distinguished Service Award in 2011. Dr. Johnson was preceded in death by his parents, Ura Hollis Johnson and Drew Johnson. He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years who will always cherish his memory, Shelby Jean Warner Johnson; daughters, Vicki Johnson Timothy and husband, Sam of Southlake, TX, Carol Johnson Weissmann and husband, Mark of Grapevine, TX; and son, James Bendel Johnson and wife, Melany of Keller, TX. Also surviving him are his grandchildren, Shelby Timothy, Caroline Timothy, Stephen Timothy, Jonathan Weissmann, Jordan Weissmann, Emily Weissmann, Peyton Weissmann, Allison Johnson, and Madeline Johnson. Honoring him as pallbearers will be Mark Ambrose, Waylon Branch, Terry Hayes, Joe Leone, Charles Magee, amd Cecil Snider. Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. Bill Bickham, Dr. Pete Blanchard, Dr. Jack Coussons, Mr. James K. Elrod, Dr. James Jackson, Dr. Tommy Mook, Dr. James Moss, Dr. Thomas Palmer, and Dr. Donald Smith. The family would like to express their thanks to the many physicians and caregivers, who so lovingly cared for Bendel. We especially thank the staff at Live Oak, who were so committed to his care. The family is so thankful for the outpouring love and support from friends, family, church and community throughout this journey. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to the American Heart Association , 745 Olive St. Ste 111 Shreveport, LA 71104, the Louisiana Baptist Children's Home, 7200 Desiard St. Monroe, LA 71203 or Summer Grove Baptist Church, 8924 Jewella Ave Ste A Shreveport, LA 71118. Rose-Neath Funeral Home Southside Chapel Shreveport, LA Published in The News Star on September 23, 2012

Angela Sue Netherland Funeral services for Angela Sue Netherland, 32 of West Monroe, are Monday, September 24, 2012, at 2:00 PM in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Officiating is Brother Ricky Nolan. Interment follows at Hasley Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. She was born December 23, 1979 in Monroe, LA. Our very special angel, Angela went to be with our Savior on September 22, 2012. She has touched many lives during her stay. Her outgoing love and inspiration touched us all. Angela is preceded in death by her brother Cecil Dewayne, now in heaven; her aunt, Darla Netherland; and her Uncle, Darrell Van Landingham. She is survived by her parents, Louise and Dewayne Netherland of West Monroe; brothers, James Netherland and wife Carly of Jacksonville, FL, Tracy Netherland of West Monroe, and Jacob Ziegenfuss and wife Jenne of Vancouver, WA; sisters, Tamara and Lisa Netherland of West Monroe, Nikki Thompson and husband Derrick of West Monroe, and Callie Cook and husband Delbert of Florien; aunts, Dewana Richardson and husband Gary, Yvonne Cook and husband Jim, and special Aunt Kay Riggin and husband Brad; grandparents, Vera and Ernest Thornhill, J.L. and Jean Netherland, and Ruth and John Harvey; and numerous cousins and friends and relatives. Pallbearers are Josh Alexander, Daniel Tucker, Gene Novak, Lee Thornhill, Kenneth Van Landingham, and Derreck Thompson. Visitation will be Sunday, September 23, 2012, from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in West Monroe. We extend a very special thanks to friends Dr. Tommy Banks, Shameka Bradley, and the staff of Community Care, and also to the many doctors, nurses, emergency care, and staff of CCU at St. Francis Medical Center. All our love goes out to them and especially Josh and Justin in emergency care. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.co Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 23, 2012

Gary Rainey Gary Rainey, age 54 of McKinney, Texas passed gently and quietly surrounded by family to be with his Lord on Thursday evening, September 20, 2012, after a courageous battle with cancer. Gary was born to Ralph and Frieda Rainey on August 23, 1958 in Breese, Illinois. He graduated from Carlyle High School in 1976. Gary married Kim Nettles on September 5, 1980, and began a wonderful life together. They resided in Monroe, Louisiana for 14 years before being transferred to McKinney, Texas as Gary worked as a Sales Manager in the Firearms and Ammunition field. Gary is survived by his loving wife Kim (Nettles) Rainey of 32 years; daughter and fiancé, Jessica Rainey and Rusty Carver of McKinney, Texas; son and fiancé, Jason Rainey and Sarah Nelson of McKinney, Texas; parents Ralph and Frieda Rainey of Carlyle, Illinois; sister Marilyn Mason of Walnut Creek, California; sister and brother-in-law Phyllis and Edward Albat of Carlyle, Illinois; nephews, Jay Mason of San Mateo, California and Rob Mason of San Jose, California; niece Tammy Eigenrauch and family, Wayne, Tiffany and Travis of Nashville, Illinois. Funeral service will be held at Messiah Lutheran Church of Carlyle on Monday, September 24, 2012 at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow at Yingst Cemetery in Carlyle. Family will take visitors at Zieren-Day Funeral Home in Carlyle on Sunday, September 23, 2012 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Visitors also welcome before funeral service on Monday morning at 10:00 AM. Expressions of sympathy in his memory may be sent to the family by visiting www.zierenday.com. ZIEREN DAY FUNERAL HOME CARLYLE, ILLINOIS Published in The News Star on September 23, 2012

James O. "Bubba" Smith Funeral services for James O. "Bubba" Smith 87, an auctioneer of Winnsboro, LA will be held 2 pm Monday September 24, 2012 at Crockett Point Baptist Church Crowville, LA with Rev. Joe Senn and Marvin Henderson officiating. Interment will be in Myrtle Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home. Visitation will be 5 - 9 pm September 23, 2012 at the church. Bubba was born May 8, 1925 in Winnsboro, LA to his parents Earl X. and Ora Lee Newton Smith and passed from this life on September 21, 2012 at St. Francis Medical Center in Monroe, LA with his family by his side. He is preceded in death by his parents; two brothers Cecil Smith and D. Rogers Smith; sister Esta Smith Pace. Bubba was a World War II Veteran; a member of Crockett Point Baptist Church, Louisiana Auctioneer Hall of Fame, the Ministry Mission Team at Crockett Point, and Louisiana Baptist Convention Blue Hat Disaster Relief. Survivors include children Joan Smith Mixon of Lafayette, LA; Jimmie Sue Roberts and husband Mark of Columbia, LA; Bubba Smith, Jr. and wife Amber of Georgetown, TX; four grandchildren Robin, Shelley, Cody and Annie; 5 great grandchildren Luke, Zach, Ryan, Zadiee and Jonathon; and sister Earline Smith Banks of Winnsboro, LA. Pallbearers will be Kevin Banks, Gary Chapman, Ritchie Kelly, Ricky Lockridge, Cody Smith and Rocky Williams. Honorary pallbearers will be Glenn Banks, Kenny Banks, Larry Banks, and Bobby Cox. Online condolences may be made at www.gillfirstnational.com. Gill First National Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA Published in The News Star on September 23, 2012

Danny Allen Tucker Funeral services for Danny Allen Tucker of Lillie will be 10:00AM Monday, September 24, 2012 at First Baptist Church, Bernice with Bro. Rick Walters officiating. Burial will follow in Beech Grove Cemetery, Spearsville. Arrangements are under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home. Mr. Tucker was born September 27, 1949 in El Dorado, Arkansas to Allen H. Tucker and the late Betty Janice Pratt Tucker. Mr. Tucker was a member of Connect Point Church and is now walking the streets of gold. He is survived by wife, Cathy Tucker, Lillie; 2 sons: Sherman Worth and wife, Robin; Jason Tucker and wife, Rene; 1 daughter: Shari Powell; grandsons: Chris Worth, Dakota Powell, Brandon Tucker and J. J. Tucker; granddaughters: Kristin Worth and Geraldine Tucker; father: Allen H. Tucker; brother: Robert W. Tucker and wife Alice; and a host of family and friends. Mr. Tucker, an Air Force veteran, retired from Lion Oil Refinery after working there 25 years. Danny was an avid sportsman and hunter. He was one of the founding members of the Corney Creek Long Spurs Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Federation. He spent countless hours on banquets, hunts and fundraising. He spent hours and hours devoting his knowledge and skills to the Union Parish 4-H Shooting Program. Pallbearers are Michael R. Colvin, Michael P. Rainwater, Sonny Barnett, Andy Singleton, Chad Bowen and Kenny Reynolds. Honorary pallbearers are Jed Rhodes, Randy Smith and Chris Cole. Visitation will be Sunday from 5:00-8:00PM at First Baptist Church, Bernice. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Connect Point Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 407, Bernice, LA 71222 in memory of Danny Tucker. Online messages for the family may be left at farrarfh.com. Published in The News Star on September 23, 2012

Bobby Joe Wiltcher Sr. Funeral services for Bobby Joe Wiltcher Sr., age 73, of Bernice will be held at Shiloh Baptist Church on Monday, September 24, 2012 at 2:00 PM. Officiating the service will be Rev. Scott Scallan and Rev. Terry Hughes, under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Ruston, LA. Visitation for Bobby Joe will be on Sunday, September 23, 2012 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Bobby Joe was born October 1, 1938 and passed away September 21, 2012 after a lengthy battle with lung cancer. Bobby Joe was a retired master logger. He owned and operated Wiltcher's Pulpwood and Logging and B.J.'s Trucking for 55 years. He enjoyed fishing, working in the woods, family, and traveling. Bobby Joe was preceded in death by his father, Barney Jefferson Wiltcher, Sr., his mother Ellen Phillips Wiltcher, and two brothers, Billie Jean Wiltcher, and Barney Jefferson Wiltcher, Jr. He is survived by his wife: Annette Wiltcher of Bernice; daughters: Sandra Woods of Haughton, LA; Sherrie Harris of Haughton, LA and Stacey McLeod and husband John of West Monroe, LA; sons: Joey Wiltcher of Bernice LA; Mike Adams and wife Peggy of Hamburg, AR; Crawford Adams and wife Tammy of Hamburg, AR; and Kelley Joe Adams and wife Bang On of Thailand; sister: Bettie Jo Cupp of Weldon, LA; grandchildren: David, April, Jereme, Jeffery, Misty, Steven, B.J., Dusty, Heather, Tyler, Trevor, Erica, and Jacob; 14 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Also survived by his two puppies, Prissy and Rowdy. Pallbearers will be Tyler Adams, Trevor Adams, Jeffery Wood, Steven Wood, B.J. Wiltcher, Dusty Wiltcher, David Woods, and Gene Keller. Honorary pallbearer will be Jacob Adams. Family would like to thank the Hospice Family Alliance and special thanks to nurses Nita Gandy and aides, Angela, Teresa Gray and May Taylor. Online condolence may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Ruston, LA Published in The News Star on September 23, 2012

Odis Hackworth, 71 EROS — Odis Hackworth, retired from Esco Elevators, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Eros United Pentecostal Church. Visitation is 6-9 p.m. Monday at the church. Burial will be in Salem Cemetery under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

Bill Jonson, 54 WINNSBORO — Bill Jonson, a financial planner, died Friday. Memorial services are 4 p.m. Monday at Life Church. Visitation is 3-5 p.m. Sunday at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home.

James T. Mayes, 87 WINNFIELD — James Thomas Mayes, a farmer, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Beulah Baptist Church, Georgetown. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Sunday and 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday at the church. Burial will be in Beech Creek, Olla, under the direction of Southern Funeral Home.

Myles McDuffie, 72 Myles McDuffie of Monroe, a retired teacher, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Crowville Masonic Cemetery.

Ausie McGrew, 93 CHOUDRANT — Ausie Lee McGrew died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Cypress Baptist Church, West Monroe. Burial will be in the church cemetery in West Monroe under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Calvin Pierce, 57 TRANSYLVANIA — Calvin Pierce, a cattle producer, died Saturday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah. Visitation is 9 a.m. Monday until time of service at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Tallulah.

Charles C. Trascher III, 64 Charles C. 'Chuck' Trascher III of Monroe, an attorney, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe.

Danny A. Tucker, 62 LILLIE — Danny A. Tucker, retired from Lion Oil Refinery, died Friday. Services are 10 a.m. Monday at First Baptist Church, Bernice. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday at the church. Burial will be in Beech Grove Cemetery, Spearsville, under the direction of Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville.

Cleo Yeates Jr., 56 PIONEER — Cleo Yeates, Jr, a music evangelist, died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Rayville. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Sunday at the church. Burial will be in McKnight Cemetery, Rayville, under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Allbritton, Jesse: 2 p.m. Sunday, Wisner Assembly of God Church, Wisner. Lewis, Joseph G.: 3 p.m. Sunday, Simsboro First Baptist Church, Simsboro. Secrease, Clemenstine: 1 p.m. Tuesday, St. John Baptist Church, Bastrop. Williams Sr., Dennis: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Liberty Christian Center, Monroe.

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

Vonceil Honeycutt Bryan Funeral services for Vonceil Honeycutt Bryan, 82, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, September 25, 2012 at Lakeshore Baptist Church with Rev. William Smith and Rev. Pete Bradfield officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Mrs. Bryan passed away Saturday, September 22, 2012. She was a faithful member of Lakeshore Baptist Church. Mrs. Bryan was preceded in death by her parents Daniel and Annie Nichols Honeycutt; her five sisters, Murriel Stringfello, Claudie Ultzsch, Edna Cook, Lavon Burford, and Virgie Daigle and great-grandson Cody Cook. Survivors include her son, Glenn Cook, grandsons, Tim Cook and wife Courtney, Michael Cook and wife Jenn; great-grandchildren, Jacob, Danyl, Lauren, Dominic, and Alina; sister, Opal Newman and husband Bob; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be the Deacons of Lakeshore Baptist Church. Visitation will be 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 24, 2012

Johnnie "J.B." Kirkham Funeral services for Mr. Johnnie Byrl "J.B." Kirkham, age 89 of Olla, will be held at 10 AM Tuesday, September 25, 2012 from the sanctuary of Pleasant Ridge Baptist Chruch in Olla with Bro. Todd Whittington officiating, Bro. Boyd Tannehill and Reed Walters assisting. Interment will follow at Harris Chapel Cemetery in Olla. Visitation will be Monday evening at Riser Funeral Home in Olla from 5 PM to 8 PM. "J.B." was born on June 27, 1923 in Good Pine, LA to the union of John Elmer and Annie Beck Kirkham and passed from this life on Saturday, September 22, 2012 from his residence. He was a member of the US Army having served during the Normandy Invasion and Battle of the Bulge. He was a Charter Board Member for Farm Bureau, a Charter President of Pleasant Ridge Water System, served as Director of Harris Chapel Cemetery for 40 years and served as Deacon of Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church for 65 years. He was preceded in death by his parents; granddaughter, Kayla Cranford; grandson, Chris Callender; great-grandson, Sean Dunn and his brother, Robert M. "Bob" Kirkham. Survivors include his beloved wife of 66 years, Helen Kirkley Kirkham of Olla; son, Mike Kirkham and wife, Rosemary of Dallas, TX; three daughters: Pat Cranford and husband, Jimmy of West Monroe, Gail Rains and husband, Ricky of Bossier and Penny Callender and husband, Roy of Farmerville; eight grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren and three step-great-grandchildren. J.B. was a loving husband, Daddy, friend and will be missed by all who knew him. Pallbearers will be his grandsons: Jeff Callender, Evan Dunn, Calder Dunn, Josh Cranford, Darrell Gildon, Casey Head and Jed Brasher. Honorary pallbearers will be Charles Walters, Donald Roark, James Cupples and Emory Smith. Online condolences may be made at www.riserfuneralhomes.com. Riser Funeral Home Olla, LA Published in The News Star on September 24, 2012

Thomas Lee Linder Funeral services for Thomas Lee Linder, 55, are 10:00 AM, Tuesday, September 25, 2012, in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Bro. Mike Reynolds, Bro. Neil Everett & Bro. Tom Lowe will officiate. Interment will follow at Indian Village Cemetery, Calhoun, LA under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Mr. Linder was born January 9, 1957, in Monroe, LA and passed away on September 22, 2012, in Monroe, LA. He worked in construction for many years and then went to work with Ouachita Parish Fire Department. There he worked his way through the ranks to make District Chief. He had a passion for horses and one of his favorite pastimes was trail riding. He was preceded in death by parents Leon and Lizze Mae Linder, and brother, Edwin Linder and wife, Freddie. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Connie Linder; 2 daughters, Jessica Canales and husband, Mathew, and Laura Linder; two grandchildren, Nicholas and Riley Canales; and one sister, Nancy Formey; numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews; and, loyal companion, London. Pallbearers will be fellow firemen of the Ouachita Parish Fire Department. Special thanks to MICU Staff at S.F.M.C. for their care during Thomas's illness. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or Muscular Dystrophy Association. Visitation will be 5:00-8:00 PM Monday, September 24, 2012, at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Online condolence messages may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com. Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 24, 2012

Myles Harper "Duffie" McDuffie Funeral services for Myles Harper "Duffie" McDuffie, 72, of Monroe, will be held at 2:00 PM Monday, September 24, 2012 at Mulhearn Funeral Home Chapel, Monroe with Rev. Stan Wyatt and Rev. Marion Collier officiating, and Rev. David Willis as Music Director. Rev. Jimmy Harper will officiate the graveside service. Interment will follow at Crowville Masonic Cemetery. Mr. McDuffie passed away Saturday, September 22, 2012, at his residence. He was a teacher of 32 years teaching at A.L. Swanson and substituting at Ouachita High School for 16 years. Myles was a member of College Place Baptist Church where he taught a Sunday School class. He loved writing poetry and would often entertain everyone with funny poems. Mr. McDuffie was preceded in death by his parents, Myles and Mattie McDuffie and his son, Danny LeFevre McDuffie. Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Patsy McDuffie; his sons, David McDuffie and Lisa Page, Darryl McDuffie and Karyn Smith, Dwain McDuffie and wife Carly; daughter, Deanna Bozeman and husband Chris; sisters, Mary E. Brown, Ann Johnson and husband Buddy; brother, George McDuffie and wife Rosie; grandsons, Josh Jones, Jake and Conor McDuffie; granddaughters, Anna Grace and Eva Lain McDuffie, Madelyn and Mallory Bozeman; grandson, Michael Harper Bozeman; and sister-in-laws, Rose Robinson and Jo Wroten and husband Jack. Pallbearers will be Roy and Don McDuffie, Donnie Harper, Jeff Brown, Douglas and Jonathan Johnson, and Jerry Kaufman. The family wishes to extend their thanks to Dr. Hammett, Dr. Henry, Dr. Napoli, and Hospice Compassus. Memorials may be made to College Place Baptist Church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 24, 2012

Josie Mangham Porter Graveside services honoring the life of Josie Mangham Porter, 98, will be held Monday, September 24, 2012 at 11:30 AM at the Mansfield Cemetery in Mansfield, LA. Dr. William Crosby and Reverend Joe Waggener will be officiating. Visitation will be held at the Rose-Neath Funeral Home Mansfield, LA on Monday, September 24, 2012 from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM. Mrs. Josie was born March 15, 1914 to Samuel and Pearl Mangham and passed away on Saturday, September 22, 2012 in Shreveport, LA. She enjoyed traveling with family and friends. Mrs. Josie had a love for gardening. She was a member for many years of the Mansfield Garden Club where she served as President for 2 years. She won numerous prizes for her flower arrangements. She was also on the Flower Committee at First Baptist Church Mansfield. Mrs. Josie was a wonderful cook. On Saturdays she always made a special desert for Sunday dinner. For many years she was the Manager for the Mansfield Elementary School Cafeteria. She always had a positive attitude toward life and community. She instilled in her children to "Always do your part and make the world a better place," which she put into action by her involvement in the Mansfield Historical Society and the Home Demonstration Club. She loved to go fishing with her family and friends and enjoyed the time with them. Mrs. Josie was a loving wife, wonderful mother, and devoted member of the First Baptist Church in Mansfield. Preceding Mrs. Josie in death were her husband Wade Alvin Porter, Sr.; son Whit Porter; stepsons Wade Alvin Porter, Jr. and Floyd Ray Porter; parents Samuel Bud and Pearl McDonald Mangham; sisters Helen Price, Bessie Morgan, Peggy Key, and Lucille Mangham. Those left behind to cherish her memory are her daughter Nancy P. Shlosman and husband S.J.; son Steven L. Porter; brother Sammy Mangham; grandchildren Mikle Schwaller and wife Juliette, Jay Porter, III and wife Nikki, Melanie Cooper and husband Brett, Joshua B. Porter, and Wade Porter and wife Kinga; 6 step grandchildren; and 6 great grandchildren. Honoring the life of Mrs. Josie as pallbearers will be her grandsons and other relatives. The family suggests that memorials be made to First Baptist Church,1710 McArthur Drive, Mansfield, LA 71052, or the donor's choice. Rose-Neath Funeral Home Mansfield Chapel Mansfield, LA Published in The News Star on September 24, 2012

Sylvia Eyvonne Russell Funeral Services for Sylvia Eyvonne Russell, 80, of Farmerville, LA will be held at 11:00 AM Tuesday, September 25, 2012 in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe, with Bro. David Martin officiating. Interment will follow at Fellowship Cemetery in Columbia. Mrs. Russell was born on January 7, 1932 in Columbia, LA and died on September 21, 2012 in Farmerville, LA. She was an avid gardener. Her yard was always planted with beautiful flowers and she was happy to share with family and friends. She loved her grandchildren. She attended as many events that she could as long as her health allowed her. Mrs. Russell and husband, James spent much of their retirement traveling the United States with a special love of the mid-west. She is preceded in death by a brother, Jerry Barnette; sister, Doris Barnette; grandson, Joeseph Adam James Paterakis. Survivors include her husband of 62 years, James Ray Russell; daughters, Barbara Kay Homann of Ft. Worth, TX, Jacqui Roybal and husband, Dwaine of Billings, MT, Janet Fortenberry and husband, Guy of Farmerville, LA; grandchildren, Brett Homann, Ryan Madison, and Anne-Marie Fortenberry; great-grandchild, Owen Madison; brother, Virgil Barnette of Doyline, LA; and a host of nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM until service time on Tuesday, September 25, 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 September 24, 2012

Dale Cecil Spence Funeral services for Dale Cecil "Zeke" Spence, 73, of Rayville, LA, will be held at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, September 25, 2012 in the Chapel at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. David Shirley and Shelton Sharbono officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Spence passed away Saturday, September 22, 2012, at his residence. Mr. Spence was a member of Alto Baptist Church. He graduated from Ouachita Parish High School, received his BS degree from Northeast Louisiana University in 1966. He was retired from Southern Farm Bureau Insurance Company, as an adjuster and field underwriter. Zeke loved the outdoors, hunting and fishing with his brothers, where they practiced conservation and the love of nature taught to each of them by their father. Zeke loved athletics, watching football and baseball and was a supporter of the programs at LSU and ULM. He coached Dixie Boys Baseball with Doc Mercer teaching young men the fundamentals of the game. His family enjoyed his cooking, especially his homemade rolls and Cajun gumbo. Zeke never met a stranger and usually knew all their family before they left his presence. Mr. Spence was preceded in death by his father Huel Bentley Spence and mother, Cecil McGough Spence. Survivors include his wife, Sandy Holloway Spence; daughters, Amy Pritchett and husband Stephen, Jody Pichard and husband Scott; son, Paul Spence; brothers, Keith Spence and wife Cheryl, Jeff Spence and wife Betty, B.B. Spence and wife Kaye, Tush Spence; sisters, Carrie Nell Windle and husband Bob, Susan Savage and husband Stacey, Phyllis Temple and husband Billy Joe; granddaughters, Corey Seller, Taylor Thomas, Kayla Thomas, Rachel McCook, Madison Pritchett and Nicole Spence; grandsons, Hunter Pichard, Seth Cody, David Spence, and Andrew Spence and his wife, Jessica; and great-grandsons, Colton Spence and Aiden Spence. Pallbearers will be Jeff Barouse, Terry Gannaway, Willie Ragan, Dave Evans, Gary Roberts, Don Wattigny and Keith Stroud. Honorary pallbearers will be Bill Sigler, Mike Holbron, Clay Phillips, John Pardue, Harry McKay, Eugene Johnston, Bill Hilton, Clarence Fontenot, Bardell Bostick, John Acaldo, Bill Briggs, Blaine Briggs, Robert Riche, Lloyd Gill, Steve Lenard, Thomas "Poochie" Lamb. Visitation will be 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Monday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Pulmonary Research at National Jewish Medical and Research Center 1400 Jackson St. Denver, CO 80206, the leading research hospital in finding cures for pulmonary diseases. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 24, 2012

Jack Coble, 70 Jack Coble of Monroe, a retired electrician and scout master, died Sunday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Alvin A. Garvan, 83 Alvin A. Garvan of Monroe, a retired manager, died Friday. Funeral services are 10 a.m. Monday at Victory Baptist Church. Burial will be in the Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Kathy Hutto, 67 FORT NECESSITY — Kathy Hutto, a homemaker, died Sunday. Funeral services will be 10 am Tuesday at Chase Pentecostal Church. Visitation will be after 5 p.m. Monday at the church. Burial will be in Garden of Memories Cemetery in Jigger under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home.

Johnny R. Moore Sr., 72 Johnny R. Moore Sr. of Monroe, a retired engineer, died Sunday. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Angela S. Netherland, 32 Angela Sue Netherland died Saturday. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial is in Hasley Cemetery.

James O. Smith 87 WINNSBORO — James O. "Bubba" Smith, an auctioneer, died Friday. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Crockett Point Baptist Church, Crowville. Burial will be in Myrtle Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Gill First National Funeral Home.

Charles C. Trascher III, 64 Charles C. "Chuck" Trascher III of Monroe, an attorney, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church. Visitation is 4:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesday Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial is in Mulhearn Memorial Park.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Hackworth, Odis: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Eros United Pentecostal Church, Eros. Jonson, Bill: 4 p.m. Monday, Life Church, Winnsboro. Mayes, James Thomas: 2 p.m. Monday, Beulah Baptist Church, Georgetown. McDuffie, Myles: 2 p.m. Monday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Pierce, Calvin: 10 a.m. Monday, Glenwood Funeral Home, Tallulah. Secrease, Clemenstine: 1 p.m. Tuesday, St. John Baptist Church, Bastrop. Tucker, Danny A.: 10 a.m. Monday, First Baptist Church, Bernice. Williams Sr., Dennis: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Liberty Christian Center, Monroe. Yeates, Cleo Jr.: 2 p.m. Monday, Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Rayville.

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

Robert Allen Carroll Dr. Robert Allen Carroll, 68, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, friend, mentor and Christian, went to be with his Lord, Saturday, September 22, 2012, at his residence, surrounded by his family and friends. He was the husband of Hope (Stevens) Carroll. The couple planned to celebrate their 46th wedding anniversary November 22. Born January 31, 1944, in El Dorado, AR, he was a son of the late Robert L. and Vivian P. (Allen) Carroll. Dr. Carroll taught public relations and journalism for 25 years at the University of Louisiana at Monroe; eight years at the University of Southern Indiana in Evansville, IN, where he was assistant chair of the communications department; two summers at Hawaii Pacific University in Honolulu and was in his tenth year as a professor of public relations at York College. He earned accreditation as a public relations professional (APR) from the international Public Relations Society of America. He began his professional career as a journalist at the El Dorado, AR, newspaper when he was still in high school. A 1962 graduate of El Dorado High School, he attended Southern State in Magnolia, AR, before moving to Monroe, LA, and enrolling at what was then Northeast Louisiana State College, now the University of Louisiana-Monroe and earning a bachelor's degree in journalism. He earned his master's at Texas A&M-Commerce, and completed doctoral studies at the University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg. Dr. Carroll was a member of Messiah United Methodist Church where he was active in several committees. He was a former president of Public Relations Association of Louisiana, former president of West Monroe Rotary International Chapter and a chapter advisor for three Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) chapters. As a skilled professor, he challenged and guided a great number of students who have entered the field of public relations. Along with his wife, Hope, Dr. Carroll is survived by one daughter, Jennifer Lynn Carroll of W. Monroe, LA; one son, Robert Bradley Carroll and his wife, Dawn of Atlanta, GA; one grandson, Robert Harris Carroll; two brothers, James C. Carroll and William R. Carroll, both of Longview, TX; one sister, Mary Ann Williams of Camden, AR; one niece; several nephews; and many cousins. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the International Myeloma Foundation, 12650 Riverside Dr., Suite 206, N. Hollywood, CA 91607 or the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation at www.themmrf.org or Operation One Voice at www.operationonevoice.org A memorial for Dr. Carroll will be scheduled for him in Monroe in October. Send condolences at BestLifeTributes.com Heffner Funeral Chapel & Crematory, Inc. York, PA Published in The News Star on September 25, 2012

Charles Conrad "Chuck" Trascher, III Charles Conrad "Chuck" Trascher, III, passed away on Thursday, September 20, 2012, while participating in one of his favorite hobbies, fishing on the Ouachita River. Chuck was born on October 3, 1947, in New Orleans, Louisiana. In 1965, he graduated from Jesuit High School. He graduated from Louisiana State University with a B.S. in Accounting in 1969, and Juris Doctrate in 1973. In 1968, Chuck married his partner and the love of his life, Barbara Marks. They moved to Monroe following law school and have made Monroe their home. Chuck spent his entire career as an attorney and partner of the law firm of Snellings, Breard, Sartor, Inabnett & Trascher, LLP. He is admitted to all courts located in Louisiana, as well as the United States Supreme Court, and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit in Washington, D.C. Chuck was a very active member and past president of the 4th Judicial Bar Association, and a Master of the Fred J. Fudickar Inns of Court. He has also served as Chairman of the Indigent Defender Board; a member and past president of the Court Liaison Committee; and a member of the Louisiana Bankers Association Counsel, Louisiana Attorney Disciplinary Board, Commercial Law League, and American Agricultural Law Association. He was preceded in death by his father Charles Conrad Trascher, Jr. He is survived by his loving wife, Barbara Marks Trascher, and his two children, Charlen Trascher Campbell and Charles Conrad "Rad" Trascher, IV. He is also survived by his two grandchildren, Jane Elizabeth Campbell and Claire Rookh Campbell; his mother, Yvonne Dolese Trascher of New Orleans; his sister, Susan and her husband, Steve Doody of Baton Rouge; his brother Ken and his wife Angelika Trascher of Dubai, UAE and Madisonville; brother-in-law, Bill and wife Eva Marks; and numerous nieces and nephews. Honorary Pallbearers are Don Anselmo, Billy Joe Arceneaux, James Arceneaux, Tom Baker, Bing Bishop, Kent Breard, Dave Cain, Jon Guice, Billy Haddad, Carrick Inabnett, Eddie Kincaid, Lane Kincaid, Johnny Lauve, Tobie McKown, and Steve Swander. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 25, 2012 from 4:30 PM until 6:30 PM at Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. Funeral Mass will be held at Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, September 26, 2012. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe. The family would like to express heartfelt thanks and gratitude to all of the selfless volunteers, Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries and Ouachita Parish Sherriff's Office, who tirelessly searched for him. They would also like to thank all friends and extended family for the support and prayers during this difficult time. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the Coastal Conservation Association of Louisiana or Jesus the Good Shepherd School. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 25, 2012

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

Ken Fowler Funeral services for Harold Kenneth Fowler, 75, of Monroe, LA, will be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, September 27, 2012 in the Chapel at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Alan Miller, Rev. Terry Slawson, and Rev. Craig West officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mr. Fowler passed away Monday, September 24, 2012 at Glenwood Regional Medical Center. Mr. Fowler was a member of First Baptist Church in Monroe. He retired from Entergy in the Transformer Department after thirty-seven years of service. After retirement he went to Grace Episcopal Church and retired as Maintenance Director in December 2010. Upon retirement, Ken spent his time traveling with his wife, Kay and taking care of his grandchildren Landry Kate and Grant. He was preceded in death by his parents, Hershel and Lillie Grace Fowler. Survivors: his wife of 37 years, Kay Richardson Fowler; his children Kim Albritton and husband Brandon, Stephen Fowler and Staci Saucier, grandchildren, Landry Kate and Grant Albritton and two (adopted) grandchildren, Mary and Anna McMullen; Sister, Joyce Odom; his Aunt, Elsie Peel and his canine companion, Chance. Pallbearers will be Rev. Gregg L. Riley, George Booth, Billy Bryant, Freddie McMullen, Mike McMullen, Phillip Dampier, Tommy Albritton, and Raymond Gambino. Honorary pallbearers will be Jack Walker, Charlie Fox, Robert McMullen, and Dr. Dan Trimble. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Wednesday at Mulhearn Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church in Monroe or Seeker Springs 1280 Okaloosa Rd. Eros, LA 71238. The family would like to give special thanks to Dr. Harry Donias and Staff, and the Nurses and Staff at Glenwood ICU Unit. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 26, 2012

John R. Moore Graveside Services for John R. Moore, 72, of Monroe, LA will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday, September 27, 2012 at Hasley Cemetery Memorial Pavilion in West Monroe, LA with Bishop Theodore Coenen officiating under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. John R. Moore was born June 18, 1940 to Sidney and Bertha T. Moore, and died peacefully at his home September 23, 2012. Mr. Moore was a retired engineer with BellSouth Telephone Company and was currently managing Antra Mini Warehouses in Monroe, LA. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Monroe, LA. Johnny enjoyed athletics of all types and working with young people. He had a larger than life laugh and always had something remarkable to say, as conversation was what Johnny lived for. He was fortunate to have so many friends from all segments of our community. Survivors include his daughter, Kelly Choat and husband, Jason; son, James Randall Moore and his partner, Chad Giovingo all of West Monroe, LA; grandchildren, Ashley and Ashtyn Antley and Jackson Choat; three sisters, Mildred "Bit" Abrams of Swartz, LA, Elva Lois Jean of Jacksonville, AR and Betty Cornett of Russellville, AR; along with numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. Wednesday, September 26, 2012 at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA. The family would like to thank those who checked on Johnny and assisted him in recent days, including his longtime friends, Marie Pomeroy and Janet Thomas. His devoted niece, Carolyn Perry and her husband, Herbert, The Ardito Family and his many wonderful friends at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Your thoughtfulness and kindness is much appreciated. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 26, 2012

Jesse R. Myers Funeral Services for Jesse R. Myers, 77, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday, September 27, 2012 in the Chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Rev. Bruce Underwood officiating. Interment will follow in the Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Calhoun, LA. Jesse R. Myers was born September 11, 1935 and died September 25, 2012. Mr. Myers loved the outdoors, fishing, hunting, working, and spending time with family. Survived by his wife of 56 years, Carol Myers; sons, Jerry Myers and Jan Johnson, Kevin Myers and wife, Denise; grandchildren, Dusty Myers and wife, Heather and Devin Myers; great-grandchildren, Jace Myers and Rayson Myers, who is on the way; sister, Bonnie Shufflin Robicheaux; brother-in-law, Phil Mink and wife, Pam. Pallbearers will be Fred Benson, Cecil Ross, Marvin Underwood, Jr., Larry Coughran, James Coughran and Marvin Stuckey. Visitation will be 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM Wednesday, September 26, 2012 at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Memorials can be made to Hospice Compassus. The Myers family would like to give a special thanks to all of Mr. Myers' sitters, Marvin, Kim, Debbie, and Hannah. Online Registry/ Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 26, 2012

Harmon Baird, 91 Harmon Baird of Monroe, a retired farmer and paint contractor, died Tuesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Doris West

Bell, 82 BASTROP — Doris West Bell, a retired secretary, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Cox Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Christ Church Cemetery.

John K. Bell, 80 WINNSBORO — John Kenner Bell, a retired business manager, died Monday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home.

Joseph Dent, 64 LAKE PROVIDENCE — Joseph Dent, a dock worker, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at China Grove Missionary Baptist Church. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at Brannum Funeral Home. Burial will be in Gaither Memorial Cemetery.

Bettye Frey, 81 Bettye Frey of Monroe, retired receptionist for Troy and Nichols Mortgage Co., died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at First United Methodist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. Thursday until service time at the church. Private burial services will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park, Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, Monroe.

Mildred Futrell, 98 DRY PRONG — Mildred Lee McIlwain Futrell, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Wednesday at Dry Prong First Baptist Church. Visitation is 9 a.m. Wednesday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Big Creek Cemetery, Pollock, under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield.

Lola Inez Griggs, 77 RAYVILLE — Lola Inez Griggs, a retired cafeteria cook, died Monday. Graveside services are 3 p.m. Wednesday at Holly Ridge Baptist Cemetery, Holly Ridge. Arrangements are under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home.

Henry Haynes, 65 TALLULAH — Henry Haynes, a construction worker, died Sept. 17. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home. Burial will be in Natchez National Cemetery, Natchez, Miss.

Marie Johnson, 66 Marie "Boots" Johnson of Monroe, a retired bookkeeper, died Monday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Kilpatrick's Serenity Gardens, West Monroe.

Troy C. Temple, 81 WINNSBORO — Troy Calvin Temple, a farmer, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Thursday at Bayou Macon Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Wednesday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will be in Harris Cemetery.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Poole, Jeremy Scott: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Pratt, Charly Louise: 4 p.m. Wednesday, Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood. Trascher III, Charles C. "Chuck": 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, Monroe. Walsworth, Troyce Ray: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro.

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

Harmon E. Baird Funeral services for Harmon E. Baird, 91, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, September 28, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Keith Evans and Rev. Kevin McLoud officiating. Interment will follow at Coax Baptist Church Cemetery, Winnsboro, LA. Mr. Baird passed away Tuesday, September 25, 2012. He was a member of Lighthouse Baptist Church. Mr. Baird was a retired farmer and also a paint contractor. Survivors include his wife, Tina Johnson Baird; sons, David Baird and wife Debbie, and Eddie Baird and wife Dianne; grandchildren, Jeremy Baird, Jennifer Schuster and husband Jason, and Shonda Davis, and great grandchildren, Nicholas Baird, Gavin Schuster, Shanyney, Tacy, and Shelton Davis. Pallbearers will be Jamie Cureington, Adam Williams, Jason Schuster, Joey Odom, Ben Tate, and Ruffie Moore. Honorary pallbearers will be Joe Odom, Ricky Lowery, and Fred Huenfield. Visitation will be Thursday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 27, 2012

John Kenner Bell, Jr. Services for Mr. John Kenner Bell, Jr., age 80 of Winnsboro, LA will be at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, September 29, 2012 in the Chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro with Rev. Jimmy Harper officiating. Interment will follow in Riverview Cemetery in Monroe, LA., under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home of Winnsboro. Mr. Bell was a retired office manager and passed away on September 24, 2012. He was preceded in death by his parents, John Kenner Bell, Sr. and Alice Cuny Bell. Survivors include: Cousins: John Cuny of Winnsboro, LA., Karen Cuny Lee and husband Wayne of Bossier City , LA., John Dana Cuny of Buenos Aires, Argentina, Donna Cuny of Montgomery, TX and Mark Cuny of Sacremento,CA. Pallbearers will be men from John Cuny's Sunday School Class. Visitation will be from 10:30 a.m. until time of service on Saturday, September 29th 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 September 27, 2012

Jack L. Coble Jack Coble was born in Redondo Beach, CA to Royal and Lulu Coble on September 15, 1942. His family includes his sister, Kay, and brother, Jerry. Jack died on Sunday, September 23, 2012 at home surrounded by family after a difficult battle with cancer. Jack graduated from Bellaire [Texas] High School. Shortly afterward, he began serving our country as a member of the U.S. Navy. During his four years of service, Jack was a plank owner of the aircraft carrier, U.S.S. America. He was honorably discharged in April, 1967 and returned to Houston, Texas where he proposed to his future wife, Toni Ann Hubka. They were married at Messiah Lutheran Church on November 18, 1967. Jack completed a four year electrical apprenticeship program. While living in Houston, their family grew to include their two sons, Jeffrey and Todd. In 1978, the Coble family left the big city for a 3 ½ acre lot in the Swartz area of Monroe, LA where he was able to put to use all the skills learned growing up on farms in Missouri, Oklahoma and Kansas. He loved being outside, gardening or working in his shop. He was a voracious reader. The way Jack lived his life exemplified the ideals of Boy Scout of America as stated in the Scout Oath and Law. His love, devotion and service to Trinity Lutheran Church was demonstrated by serving in many roles from church property to elder. He was Trinity's official greeter. Jack positively influenced many young men over the 26 years he served as Scout Master of Troop 8031, twelve of which achieved the rank of Eagle Scout. He served on staff at National Jamboree, attended the Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico, completed the BSA Wood Badge course and was a member of the Comanche Lodge of the Order of the Arrow. His son, Todd achieved the rank of Eagle Scout and his son, Jeff, is very active as a scout leader [as is his wife]. All three grandsons are all in the scouting program. Few things took Jack by surprise but the arrival of a granddaughter, one who prefers dance, cheerleading and pink stuff to dirt. Jack and Toni have been loyal boosters of the ULM Athletic Foundation for many years. Being in The Grove tailgating, attending ULM football games and basketball games was an integral part of their lives. Jack is survived by his wife of 44 years, Toni Coble; son Jeffrey [Sarah Catherine] and grandsons, Aaron, Simon & Ethan; son Todd [Sarah Elizabeth] and granddaughter, Danielle; sister Kay Daniels, and brother, Jerry Coble; several nieces and nephews; and two dachshunds, Kiddo and Taz. Jack's strength was apparent in the way he dealt with the challenges of his illness. Special thanks go to Drs. Weinberger and Matthews and staff. The love and concern from our physician and friend, Warren Daniel, nurses Jody Lambert and Travis Sibley helped make a very difficult situation bearable. A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 29, 2012 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Monroe, Louisiana with Pastor Paul McComack officiating with interment following at Mulhearn Memorial Park. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until time of service. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorials made to Trinity Lutheran Church or the Louisiana Purchase Council [Monroe] Boy Scouts of America. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 27, 2012

Bettye Acklin Frey, 81, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, friend, mentor and Christian, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, September 25, 2012, at St. Francis Medical Center in Monroe. Surrounded by her family, Betty Acklin Frey departed this world, leaving behind a loving family, devoted friends, and lasting memories. Born in Haynesville, Louisiana, on July 11, 1931, Bettye was the daughter of Maude and J.D. Acklin. A graduate of Haynesville High School, she proudly served as the Drum Majorette for her high school band. She attended Louisiana Tech and majored in music, and she was active on campus in her sorority, Delta Zeta. Soon after Louisiana Tech, Bettye returned to Haynesville to be the librarian, and there she met the love her life, Lory Mayfield Frey. She and her husband were inseparable, and they were happily married for 60 years. Bettye served as the Receptionist at Troy and Nichols for many years, and she retired as an Assistant Vice-President. Everyone who walked through the doors of Troy and Nichols was greeted by her beautiful smile, reassuring voice, and positive words! She loved her job at Troy and Nichols, and always maintained contact with her beloved co-workers from those days. Beyond work, Bettye was very involved with the Ouachita High School, and when Mr. Frey took employment at West Monroe High School, she turned her attention to a new drill team there! Mr. Frey founded and sponsored the Rebel Raiders, and she and Mrs. Jo Chisholm Adams were instrumental in the creation of their uniforms. To the day, the Raiders' signature uniform bears the direct influence she had on its creation. Bettye's walk in faith was tremendously enhanced by her membership and involvement in the First United Methodist Church of Monroe. She served in their Book Club, the Administrative Board, and she was a past President of the Anna Gray Noe Sunday School class. Her active participation in UMW Circle 3 and her work in First United Methodist Church shaped much of her life. She was a Delegate to the Methodist Conference, and on many Sundays her smile would be the first to meet fellow church members at the front door. Bettye Frey savored every minute doing the Lord's work, and will be sorely missed by all. She was preceded in death by her parents, Maude Ode Rankin and J. D. Acklin, and her brother J.D. Acklin, Junior. She is survived by her husband, Lory M. Frey, Junior, and his two daughters and their spouses, Lori Frey Sherba and husband, Bob, and daughter, Shelby, and Lisa Frey Miller and her husband Lyle, and children Natalie, Lauren, and David. She had two great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and special friends, as well as sister-in-law, Clarie Acklin. Active Pallbearers will be Freddy Bennett, Paul Crew, Scott Hart, Jayson Morris, Mark Neal and Dan Robertson. Honorary Pallbearers will be Jack Arant, Monte Chapman, Mike Kennedy, Ed Miller, Gene Baker, Ed Theus and the Anna Gray Noe Sunday School Class members. Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until service time at 11:00 AM Thursday, September 27, at First United Methodist Church in Monroe. Services will begin at 11:00 AM with a private family graveside interment at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home. The family would like to express their heartfelt appreciation to Dr. Dean Stockstill and his staff and to Dr. John Hull for their loving, patient, and genuine care. To longtime neighbor and special friend Mrs. Frances Curty, and to her dear caregiver, Sarah Richards, the family extends their appreciation for your constant compassion toward her. Special gratitude goes to Elton Farrar and the Fred's Pharmacy Gang for your professionalism and love for our mother. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church of Monroe or The Frey Family Rebel Raider Scholarship Fund-contact Miriam Counts, WMHS. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 27, 2012

Marie "Boots" Johnson 5/2/1946-9/24/2012 Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star from September 27 to September 29, 2012

Robert J. "Bob" Wallace Robert J. "Bob" Wallace, 82, of Summerville, passed away Wednesday, September 26, 2012 at the Hospice Center of Charleston, Mount Pleasant. Visitation will be held Friday evening from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Funeral service will be held Saturday, September 29, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 316 West Carolina Avenue, Summerville, SC. Burial to follow in the church cemetery. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to: American Cancer Society , 5900 Core Avenue, North Charleston, SC 29406 or American Heart Association , 409 King Street, Charleston, Sc 29403. Bob was born March 27, 1930 in West Monroe, Louisiana, son of the late Joseph H. Wallace and Esther Wallace Pierce. He was a graduate of Neville High School in West Monroe, Louisiana and attended L.S.U and Texas Christian University. He was a member of R.C.C.J. (Radio Control Club of Jacksonville, Florida). He enjoyed radio controlled air planes, golfing and was also a ham operator. He retired from Lockheed Martin Corporation as Assistant Resident Director, working for more than 31 years in the missile and space industry. Bob was also a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Summerville, SC. Surviving in addition to his wife, Barbara Hagell Wallace are: three daughters: Lynda W. Gantt of Columbia, SC, Susan W. Hoppe (Dale) of Bluffton, SC and Patricia W. Garrett (Don) of LaQuinta, IL and one step son: Kirk J. Rosborough of Jacksonville, FL, four grandchildren: Rodney W. Gantt of Columbia, SC, Colby W. Gantt (Dani) of Columbia, SC, Wesley A. Melton of Clarksville, TN and Corey A. Whittington of Charleston, SC. He was predeceased by his first wife: Clover Hester Wallace. A memorial message may be written to the family by visiting our website at www.jamesadyal.com. Arrangements by James A. Dyal Funeral Home, 303 S. Main Street, Summerville, SC 29483 (843) 873-4040. Published in The News Star on September 27, 2012

Dorice Atkins, 75 Dorice Atkins of Monroe, a homemaker, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

Margarette P. Berner, 93 LAFAYETTE — Margarette Pearce Larkan Berner, a social worker, died Sept. 14. Memorial services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel, Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Gene Carr, 64 COLUMBIA — Gene Carr, a welder, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery, Winnsboro.

Juanita Cochran, 91 RAYVILLE — Juanita Marie Davis Cochran, a retired home economics teacher and artist, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Rayville United Methodist Church. Visitation is 9-10:30 a.m. Saturday at the Family Life Center of the church. Private burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park, Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home.

Helen Dietzel, 82 Helen Dietzel of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Sunday. Memorial services are 1 p.m. Friday at Ebenezer Baptist Church Cemetery, Jonesboro. Arrangements are under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Ken Fowler, 75 Ken Fowler of Monroe, a retired maintenance director, died Monday. Services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Jean Hawkins, 48 RIDGELAND, Miss. — Jean Hawkins, a cafeteria worker, died Sept. 19. Services are noon Saturday at New Tabernacle Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 3-5 p.m. Friday at Miller Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Ida Mae Head, 71 Ida Mae Head of Monroe, a nurse, died Tuesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Liberty Christian Center, Monroe. Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens, Richwood.

Mary Jo Inzina, 79 Mary Jo Wingate Inzina of Monroe, a retired district manager, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery, Monroe.

Glen Johnson, 58 Glen Carl Johnson of Monroe, a custodian, died Tuesday. 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 Natchez VA Cemetery, Natchez, Miss.

Juanita King, 81 Juanita Maxine King of West Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

John R. Moore, 72 John R. Moore of Monroe died Sunday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Hasley Cemetery Pavilion, West Monroe. Arrangements are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Ruby Moore, 84 Ruby Moore of Monroe, a retired teacher, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

John Morris Jr., 50 RAYVILLE — John M. "Johnny" Morris Jr., a farmer, died Wednesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at First Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home.

Jesse R. Myers, 77 Jesse R. Myers of West Monroe died Tuesday. Services are 2 p.m. Thursday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Calhoun.

Robert Rallinson Jr., 62 BASTROP — Robert L. "Blue" Rallinson Jr., a contractor, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Friday at Cherry Ridge Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Thursday at Golden Funeral Home. Burial will be in Mer Rouge Cemetery, Mer Rouge.

Harry R. Roberts Sr., 68 PIONEER — Harry Richard Roberts Sr., a banker, died Monday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Epps Cemetery.

Louis Smart Jr., 45 Louis Smart Jr. of Monroe died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Smith Funeral Home, Monroe Visitation is 1-6 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Bell, Doris West: 2 p.m. Thursday, Cox Funeral Home, Bastrop. Dent, Joseph: 1 p.m. Saturday, China Grove Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Frey, Bettye: 11 a.m. Thursday, First United Methodist Church, Monroe. Haynes, Henry: 10 a.m. Thursday, Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah. Temple, Troy Calvin: 10 a.m. Thursday, Bayou Macon Baptist Church, Winnsboro.

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

Margarette Pearce Larkan Berner Margarette Pearce Larkan Berner was born on September 1, 1919 and went to be with our Lord on Friday, September 14, 2012 at the age of 93. Ms. Berner was a native of Sulfur Springs, TX and lived her adult life in the Louisiana cities of Monroe, Metairie, and most recently, Lafayette. She founded and actively participated in the All Faith Worship Church Service at Rosewood Retirement Community in Lafayette. She graduated from Ouachita Parish High School and Northeast Louisiana State College. She attended Mississippi State Medical School and LSU School of Social Work. She retired from Louisiana State Welfare Department where she worked for 20 years. Memberships include Louisiana Bridge Association and Louisiana Federation of Republican Women's Clubs. She is survived by son Robert Pearce Larkan, Sr., his wife Starr Hamilton Larkan, sister-in-law Jane Humphries Pearce, daughter-in-law Arlee Hamilton Larkan, and grandchildren Lee Larkan Schultz, Michelle Larkan Ahola, Robert Pearce Larkan, Jr., Barbara Larkan Ward, and Linda Larkan LaBauve. She also leaves behind four great-granddaughters, three great-grandsons, two step great-granddaughters, one step great-grandson. She was preceded in death by son James Michael (Mickey) Larkan, III; parents May Rhodes Pearce and Clifton Green Pearce; and brother Clifton Green Pearce, Jr. Ms. Berner was cremated in accordance with her wishes. Memorial service will be Saturday, September 29, 2012 at 10:00 AM in Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel on Highway 80 East in Monroe. Burial will be in the cemetery alongside her mother and father. Her pastor Gary Collins will be officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Christian Lighthouse World Ministry, PO Box 9073, Metairie, LA 70055; the 700 Club at http://www.cbn.com/700club/; or to your local church. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 28, 2012

Juanita Marie Davis Cochran Services for Mrs. Juanita Marie Davis Cochran, 91 of Rayville will be 11:00 AM Saturday, September 29, 2012 at the Rayville United Methodist Church with Rev. Darryl Tate officiating. Mrs. Cochran was born May 10, 1921 in Cheyenne, OK and passed away peacefully at her home Wednesday, September 26, 2012. Private burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home-Rayville. She was a true Oklahoma cowgirl, a retired home economics teacher whose zest for life, her family, a town of cherished friends, community, church, art, dancing, feeding wildlife was evident in all she did, love for her special friend David, and her 4-legged friend "Patches" always brought a smile to her face. Her Oklahoma yell-"Yeeee haw" was a favorite expression she loved to use. She is preceded in death by her husband-Dr. Albert Bridwell Cochran. She is survived by a son-Alan Davis Cochran and wife Judy of West Monroe, LA; two daughters-Christina Jane Cochran Hollis and husband Jerry and Julie Cochran Guthrie and husband Buddy both of Rayville, LA; Special care giver-David Lynn; four grandchildren, and four great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Charles Germany, Charles R. "Bubba" Chaney, William "Billy" Coenen, Dennis Odom, Ralph Odom and Timmie Ray Thames. Honorary pallbearers will be Dr. Ronnie Hubbard, Tommy Nicholson, Dr. Walt Low, J. L. Harrell, Bobby Calvert, J. L. Cook, and Basil Doles, Jr. Visitation will be 9:00 AM until 10:30 AM in the Family Life Center of the Rayville United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Rayville United Methodist Church, Leukemia Foundation or charity of choice . Online registry/condolences at www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on September 28, 2012

Ben Hallack A resident and native of Baton Rouge, LA, died at the age of 23 on Tuesday, September 25, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. in Baton Rouge, LA. Visiting at Resthaven Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Hwy., Baton Rouge, LA on Sunday, September 30, 2012 from 1:00 p.m. until service at 4:00 p.m. conducted by Rev. Mark Carroll. Graveside Service at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, October 1, 2012 at the Masonic Cemetery, Rayville, LA. He is survived by his mother and step father, Marti and Robert Carroll; father and step mother, Robert and Cindy Hallack; maternal grandmother, Mary B. Harris; daughter, Delaney Grace Blanchard Hallack and her mother, Kristine Blanchard; sister, Rachael M. Hallack; step sister, Maggie Jack; step brother, Daniel Jack; two half brothers: Elijah Carroll and Ethan Carroll. Preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Mack W. Harris Jr.; paternal grandparents, William H. Sr. and Laura Hallack. A member of Healing Place Church. Please visit the online guest book at www.resthavenbatonrouge.com Resthaven Funeral Home Baton Rouge, LA Published in The News Star on September 28, 2012

Mary Jo Inzina Funeral services for Mary Jo Inzina, 79, of Monroe, will be held at 10:00 AM Saturday, September 29, 2012, in the chapel of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe, with Rev. Raymond Gill officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mrs. Inzina passed away Tuesday, September 25, 2012, at St. Francis Medical Center. She was a retired district manager with Burns Int. Security. She was a very caring and loving person and gave her heart and help to many people. Survivors include her daughter, Mimi Inzina; sister, Norma Jean Wingate; and sister-in-laws, Loretta Inzina and Madeline Inzina. Pallbearers will be Jim Dimos, Taylor Cagle, Larry Townsend, Joey Feltri, Dick Etheridge, Joe Day, and Larry Sirratt. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 28, 2012

Marie "Boots" Johnson 5/2/1946-9/24/2012 Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star from September 27 to September 29, 2012

Juanita Maxine King Funeral Services for Juanita Maxine King, 82, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, September 29, 2012, at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe with Bro. Nathan Thorton officiating. Interment will be held in the Hasley Cemetery in West Monroe. Ms. King was born on December 2, 1930 and left this world on September 26, 2012 due to a lengthy illness. She was married to Sidney (Buck) King, they shared 5 children together. Mrs. King was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She devoted her life to taking care of others, especially her family and grandchildren. Her favorite past times were going to church and spending time with family and friends. She adored her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She will forever be loved and missed but never forgotten. She is preceded in death by her husband, Sidney (Buck) King; son, Larry King; parents, Hazel and Bill Abraugh, and granddaughter, Kelly Hearne. She is survived by her children, Gary King, Jerry King, Lynette King, and Charles Cunningham; grandchildren, Karen Stevens, Chris King, Jason King, Landin Palomo, Matt Napier, and Jon Duke; along with many great-grandchildren. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM Friday, September 28, 2012 at Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 28, 2012

Ruby Lois Moore Funeral services for Ruby Lois Moore, 84, of Monroe, will be held at 1:00 PM Saturday, September 29, 2012, at First Baptist Church of Swartz with Rev. Jeff Smart officiating. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mrs. Moore passed away Wednesday, September 26, 2012, at Morehouse General Hospital in Bastrop, LA. She was an active member of First Baptist Church of Swartz and retired from the Ouachita Parish School System after teaching for 30 years. Mrs. Moore was a loving mother, spouse, grandmother, and great grandmother. Mrs. Moore was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Allen C. Moore, Sr.; and sister, Marie Slack. Survivors include her daughter, Patricia Hill and husband Phillip; son, Allen C. Moore, Jr. and wife Tiffany; grandchildren, Gina Hill Peoples and husband Ron and Brad Hill and wife Rebekah; great grandchildren, Alise Peoples, Drew Peoples, Molly Peoples and Jadon Hill. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Sterlington Rd., Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 28, 2012

John M. "Johnny" Morris, Jr. John M. Morris, Jr. was born on September 20, 1962 in Rayville, Louisiana. After a lengthy battle with brain cancer, Johnny met his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, September 26, 2012 at the age of 50. He is survived by his wife, Jan Toms Morris of Rayville, children: Logan Morris and wife Jennifer of Rayville; Jordan Morris and wife Hannah of Sterlington, LA; Clayton Morris and wife Emily of Little Rock, Arkansas; and Brennan Morris of Rayville; one granddaughter, Aniston Claire Morris, of Rayville. He is also survived by his mother, Carol Ann Morris Boughton and her husband John Ben Boughton of Mangham,LA; sister Paula Morris of Rayville; step-sister, Carla Hedgepeth and husband Steve of Shreveport, LA, brothers-in-law, Johnny Toms and wife Lori of Jonesboro, LA; Jeffrey Toms and wife Dawn of Weston,LA; and Jay Toms and wife Melissa of Nashville, TN; and mother-in-law, Freddie Saterfiel and husband Truman of West Monroe, LA and a host of nieces and nephews. Johnny is preceded in death by his father John M. Morris, Sr.; maternal grandparents, John and Mona Magee; and paternal grandparents, O.L. and Jimmie Morris. Johnny was a 1980 graduate of Riverfield Academy. He was an active member of First Baptist Church, Rayville, where he served as a deacon and Sunday school teacher. He had a true passion for the Lord and foreign missions. Johnny spent much of his time traveling to foreign countries spreading the gospel of Jesus Christ through Extreme Missionary Adventures "XMA" trips. Johnny was a successful farmer in Richland Parish where he farmed with his two sons, Logan and Jordan. The love of the land has been in his blood since he was a small boy. He was an avid hunter and loved spending time hunting and fishing with his family and friends. One of his greatest joys in life was taking people on their first deer hunt. Pallbearers are Todd Morris, Clint Horne, Carlton Clark, John Lowery, Johnny B. Hoychick, Erle Wes Barham, Dustin Morris and Randy Geisbrecht. Honorary pallbearers will be John Cooper, J.B. Montgomery, Rayland Trisler, David Doughty, Terry Doughty, Sonny Mills, Forrest Tuckett and Tim Morris. Visitation will be held at First Baptist Church Rayville on Thursday, September 27, 2012, from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Services will be held at First Baptist Church Rayville on Friday, September 28, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. with Dr. Eddie Wren officiating and burial following in Greer Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, Louisiana. Memorials may be made in Johnny's memory to XMA at 16 Pierce Road, Rayville, Louisiana 71269 or xmaonline.com Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on September 28, 2012

Robert Clark Moseley Robert Clark Moseley, age 78, of Kilbourne, La. died Thursday. Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, September 29, 2012, at First Baptist Church, Kilbourne, La. Burial 4:00 p.m. Saturday at Moseley Cemetery near Warren, Arkansas. Visitation 4:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Friday, September 28, 2012, at First Baptist Church, Kilbourne. Online obituary/guestbook www.frazerfuneralhome.com Frazer's Funeral Home Warren, AR Published in The News Star on September 28, 2012

Betty Eubanks Guice Williamson Funeral services for Betty Eubanks Guice Williamson, 78, of West Monroe, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, September 28, 2012 at Cypress St. Church of God, West Monroe, LA with Rev. Dennis Anger and Rev. Karvin Adams officiating. Burial will be in Unity Cemetery, Darnell, LA under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. Betty was born April 17, 1934 in Pioneer, LA to Herman and Mary Eubanks and passed away Wednesday, September 26, 2012 in West Monroe, LA. She was a member of Cypress St. Church of God and a long time member of New Hope Church of God. Betty is preceded in death by her husband, Bert Williamson; parents, Herman and Mary Eubanks; sister, Sybil Griffin; and brother, Joe Eubanks. Survivors include her children, Sandra Guice Adams and husband, Karvin of Calhoun, LA; Pam Guice Audirsch and husband, Kenny of West Monroe, LA; David Lynn Guice and wife, Linda of Denton, TX; Denny Williamson and wife, Melissa of West Monroe, LA; grandchildren, Marc Adams, Karla Jordan, Jason Audirsch and Brandon Audirsch; 8 - great grandchildren; siblings, Buford Eubanks of Pioneer, LA; Florence Welch of West Monroe, LA; Mildred Tullis of West Monroe, LA; special niece, Carleen Reeves of West Monroe, La; numerous nephews; and many special friends. Memorials may be made to Cypress St. Church of God or Partners in Missions, 108 Patricks Cove, Calhoun, LA 71225. Pallbearers will be Jason Audirsch, Brandon Audirsch, Marc Adams, Troy Jordan, Denny Williamson and Kenny Audirsch. To leave condolences for the family go to brownholleyfuneralhomes.com Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on September 28, 2012

Harmon E. Baird, 91 Harmon E. Baird of Monroe, a retired farmer and paint contractor, died Tuesday. Services are 10 a.m. Friday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Burial will be in Coax Cemetery, Winnsboro.

John K. Bell Jr., 80 WINNSBORO — John Kenner Bell Jr., a retired office manager, died Monday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Visitation is 10:30 a.m. Saturday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, Monroe.

Patricia Brandenburg, 63 GILBERT — Patricia Brandenburg, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Gill First National Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday. Burial will be in South Central Cemetery, near Wisner.

Saigon Britton, 44 ST. JOSEPH — Saigon Britton died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Jack L. Coble, 70 Jack L. Coble of Monroe, a retired electrician and scout master, died Sunday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Trinity Lutheran Church, Monroe. Visitation is 9 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Charles W. Dedmon Sr., 90 Charles William Dedmon Sr. of Monroe, a furniture and appliance store owner, died Thursday. Arrangements are incomplete at Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Wesley Freeman, 50 OAK GROVE — Wesley Freeman, a cotton compressor, died Sept. 15. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at Mount Olive Baptist Church, Oak Grove. Visitation is 4-6 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Southside Cemetery, Oak Grove.

Marjorie M. Jackson, 85 MONTGOMERY — Marjorie Marie Dixon Jackson, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Hargis Baptist Church,

Hargis. Visitation is 5-9 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. Saturday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Hargis Cemetery under the direction of Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield.

Ronald Kastner, 51 COLUMBIA — Ronald W. "Snap" Kastner of Hebert, a carpenter, died Monday. Memorial services are private at his residence on Saturday. Arrangements are under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Columbia.

Johnnie R. Nealy, 84 RUSTON — Johnnie Ruth Milner Nealy, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Emmanuel Baptist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 12:30 p.m. Monday until service time at the church. Burial will be in Pines Memorial Gardens under the direction of Owens Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, Ruston.

Rev. Rayfield Scott, 58 Rev. Rayfield Scott of Monroe, a cook, died Sept. 20. Services are noon Saturday at Solomon Temple Baptist Church, Monroe. Visitation is 4-6 p.m. Friday at Tennant Funeral Home, Rayville. Burial will be in Richwood Memorial Gardens.

Oleen T. Shively, 90 DODSON — Oleen Temple Shively, a retired lunchroom supervisor at Dodson High School, died Wednesday. Services are 11 a.m. Saturday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Visitation is 9 a.m. Saturday until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in Siloam Cemetery, Gansville.

Scott A. Slagle, 17 MER ROUGE — Scott Andrew Slagle, a junior at Bastrop High School, died Tuesday. Memorial services are 4 p.m. Friday at Golden Funeral Home, Bastrop.

Nettie T. Stephens, 91 GOLDONNA — Nettie Taylor Stephens, a homemaker, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Antioch Community Church, Brewtons Mill. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Friday at Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery.

Shirley B. Stringfellow, 57 RUSTON — Shirley B. Shine-Stringfellow, a homemaker, died Sept. 19. Services are 2:30 p.m. Saturday at China Grove Baptist Church, Ruston. Visitation is 1-5 p.m. Friday at King's Funeral Home, Ruston. Burial will be in Ebenezer Cemetery, Ruston.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Atkins, Dorice: 11 a.m. Saturday, Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Berner, Margarette Pearce Larkan: 10 a.m. Saturday, Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel, Monroe. Carr, Gene: 2 p.m. Friday, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Cochran, Juanita Marie Davis: 11 a.m. Saturday, Rayville United Methodist Church. Dent, Joseph: 1 p.m. Saturday, China Grove Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Dietzel, Helen: 1 p.m. Friday, Ebenezer Baptist Church Cemetery, Jonesboro Hawkins, Jean: noon Saturday, New Tabernacle Baptist Church, Monroe. Head, Ida Mae: 11 a.m. Saturday, Liberty Christian Center, Monroe. Inzina, Mary Jo Wingate: 10 a.m. Saturday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Johnson, Glen Carl: 11 a.m. Saturday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Johnson, Marie "Boots": 10 a.m. Friday, Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Morris Jr., John M. "Johnny": 10 a.m. Friday, First Baptist Church, Rayville. Rallinson Jr., Robert L. "Blue": 2 p.m. Friday, Cherry Ridge Baptist Church, Bastrop. Roberts Sr., Henry Richard: 2 p.m. Saturday, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Smart Jr., Louis: 2 p.m. Saturday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe.

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

Frances Williams Jacola Frances Williams Jacola passed away on Wednesday, September 26, 2012. Frances was born on January 30, 1928 in Monroe, Louisiana. She was a graduate of Ouachita Parish High School and married Joe Jacola. Frances was a long-time resident and businesswoman in the Monroe area. She was the owner of Frances Jacola Real Estate Company. She was preceded in death by her parents, Earnest Joe Williams and Viola Gray Williams; brother, Earnest J. Williams, Jr.; husband, Joe Jacola and son, Joseph Craig Jacola. Frances is survived by her sister, Betty Pennsinger; three daughters, Catherine Deveny, Susan McCraw and Jaye Lynn Jacola; seven grandchildren and ten great grandchildren. Our beloved mother's love of nature, life and others, especially the love for her family, will be greatly missed. A private service will be held for the family. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital . Griffin Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 29, 2012

Rev. Doyle L. Aaron, 85 ALEXANDRIA — The Rev. Doyle L. Aaron, formerly from Farmerville, died Thursday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at the Pentecostals of Alexandria. Visitation is 4-10 p.m. Sunday at the United Pentecostal Church, Glenmora, and 8 a.m. Monday until time of service at the Pentecostals of Alexandria. Burial will be in Alexandria Memorial Gardens, Woodworth, under the direction of White Oaks Funeral Home, Oakdale.

Charles Dedmon, Sr., 90 Charles William Dedmon Sr. of Monroe, owner of a furniture and appliance store, died Thursday. Graveside services are 1 p.m. Monday at Stoneville Cemetery in Mississippi under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Dr. Lyndon Greene, 51 WINNFIELD — Dr. Lyndon Rayford Greene, a Medical Doctor, died Friday. Services are 2:30 p.m. Sunday at Southern Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Saturday and 12:30 p.m. Sunday until time of service. Burial is in Cypress Creek Cemetery, Dodson.

Loma Guice, 80 SICILY ISLAND — Loma Dean Guice, retired from International Paper, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Pine Hill Baptist Church. Visitation is 10 a.m. Satuarday until time of service at the church. Burial will follow at New Pine Hill Cemetery.

Lucas Howard, 20 Lucas Howard of West Monroe, a pipeline worker, died Wednesday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe.

Danny Johnson, 59 DELHI — Danny Lee Johnson died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Cox Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Satuarday at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Newton Community Cemetery.

Juanita King, 81 Juanita Maxine King of West Monroe died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Mulhearn Funeral Home, West Monroe. Burial will be in Hasley Cemetery, West Monroe.

Carla Letterman, 51 DOWNSVILLE — Carla Letterman, a cafeteria worker, died Thursday. Graveside services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Pleasant Valley Cemetery. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Saturday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe.

Joan McQuillin, 65 Joan Odom McQuillin of Monroe, a homemaker, died Wednesday. Services are 2 p.m. Saturday at Farrar Funeral Home, Farmerville. Visitation is 11 a.m. Saturday until time of service at the funeral home. Buria will be in Conway Cemetery.

Fred H. Moore Sr., 92 START — Fred H. Moore Sr. a truck line driver, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Start Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Saturday at the church. Burial will be in Start Cemetery under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville.

Ruby L. Moore, 84 Ruby Lois Moore, of Monroe, a retired teacher, died Wednesday. Services are 1 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church, Swartz. Burial will be in Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe.

Bonnie W. Robertson, 93 WINNSBORO — Bonnie W. Robertson died Friday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Providence Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home.

Joe L. Spears, 92 JENA — Joe L. Spears, a pumper agent with Spears Oil & Gas, died Thursday. Services are 2 p.m. Sunday at Calvary Heights Baptist Church. Visitation is 5-7 p.m. Satuarday at the church. Arrangements are under the direction of Riser Funeral Home, Olla.

Vanessa C. Washington, 54 MARION — Vanessa C. Washington died Sept. 22. Memorial services are 11 a.m. Thursday at Marion Baptist Church. Committal will be in the church cemetery.

Prentice D. Womack Jr., 51 Prentice D. Womack Jr. of West Monroe died Thursday. Memorial services will be announced at a later date by Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY ACKNOWLEDGED Atkins, Dorice: 11 a.m. Saturday, Hester's Central State Funeral Home, Monroe. Bell Jr., John Kenner: 1 p.m. Saturday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Berner, Margarette Pearce Larkan: 10 a.m. Saturday, Mulhearn Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel, Monroe. Brandenburg, Patricia: 11 a.m. Saturday, Gill First National Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Coble, Jack L.: 11 a.m. Saturday, Trinity Lutheran Church, Monroe. Cochran, Juanita Marie Davis: 11 a.m. Saturday, Rayville United Methodist Church. Dent, Joseph: 1 p.m. Saturday, China Grove Missionary Baptist Church, Lake Providence. Freeman, Wesley: 1 p.m. Saturday, Mount Olive Baptist Church, Oak Grove. Hawkins, Jean: noon Saturday, New Tabernacle Baptist Church, Monroe. Head, Ida Mae: 11 a.m. Saturday, Liberty Christian Center, Monroe. Inzina, Mary Jo Wingate: 10 a.m. Saturday, Mulhearn Funeral Home, Monroe. Jackson, Marjorie Marie Dixon: 11 a.m. Saturday, Hargis Baptist Church, Hargis. Johnson, Glen Carl: 11 a.m. Saturday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Nealy, Johnnie Ruth Milner: 2 p.m. Monday, Emmanuel Baptist Church, Ruston. Roberts Sr., Henry Richard: 2 p.m. Saturday, Cox Funeral Home, Oak Grove. Scott, Rev. Rayfield: noon Saturday, Solomon Temple Baptist Church, Monroe. Shively, Oleen Temple: 11 a.m. Saturday, Edmonds Funeral Home, Jonesboro. Smart Jr., Louis: 2 p.m. Saturday, Smith Funeral Home, Monroe. Stringfellow, Shirley B. Shine: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, China Grove Baptist Church, Ruston.

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

Charles William Dedmon, Sr. Graveside services for Charles William Dedmon, Sr., 90, of Monroe, will be held at 1:00 PM Monday, October 1, 2012, with Dr. Larry Stafford officiating. Services are under the direction of Mulhearn Funeral Home, Sterlington Road, Monroe. Mr. Dedmon passed away Thursday, September 27, 2012, at St. Francis Medical Center. He owned a furniture and appliance store in Arcola, MS. Mr. Dedmon first served as alderman then was elected Mayor of Arcola, MS from 1956 until retiring in 1986. He was a U. S. Army veteran where he saw action in WWII, then was called to active duty in the Korean Conflict. Mr. Dedmon was preceded in death by his parents, L. M. and Hattie Miley Dedmon; brothers, L.H. and James; sisters, Lillie Mae Rossen and Waudell Billings; son, Chuck; and wife, Frances. Survivors include his granddaughter, Melanie; daughter-in-law, Gloria; brother, Harry and wife Wanda; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the First United Methodist Church, 3900 Loop Road, Monroe, LA 71201. Online Registry/Condolences: www.mulhearnfuneralhome.com Mulhearn Funeral Home Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 30, 2012

Betty Glover Hough Funeral services for Betty Glover Hough, 75 of West Monroe, will be held Sunday, September 30, 2012 at 3:00 PM in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of West Monroe. Officiating will be Rev. Randy Burdeaux. Interment will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe. Betty was born May 21, 1937 in El Dorado, AR and passed away September 28, 2012 in West Monroe, LA. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Her family and home were the center of her life. Mrs. Hough adored her grandchildren and great-grandchildren; "Mamaw" will be loved and missed, but never forgotten. Her many talents included creating porcelain dolls and their clothes, sewing, and embroidery. She was a member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church. Betty is preceded in death by her mother, Lois Glover; her father, Charles E. Glover; and her brother, Charles Glover. Betty is survived by a loving, devoted husband of 55 years, C.L. Hough, Jr.; a son, Kevin Hough and wife Donna of West Monroe; two daughters, Michelle Gathright and husband Kevin, and Kyle Hough of Woodbridge, VA; six grandchildren, Jason Henry and spouse Lindsey, Diana Lindsay and spouse Daniel, Kris Camargo, Summer Hyatt and husband Pat, Sarah Camargo and husband Josh, and Rachael Camargo; 11 great-grandchildren; sisters, Joan Boutwell of West Monroe and Evie Martin and husband Charles, also of West Monroe; a brother, Aubrey Glover and wife Christine; and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Louis Van Duboise, Mitchell Tackett, Ricky Tackett, Gary Carver, John Trisler, and Daniel Lindsay. Visitation will be held at Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, Sunday, September 30, 2012. The Family would like to thank Dr. Hubbard and Dr. Weinberger for their care of Mrs. Hough. Send online condolences to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com Kilpatrick Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 30, 2012

Fred H. Moore, Sr. Funeral services for Fred H. Moore, Sr., of Start, LA will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, September 30, 2012 at Start Baptist Church, Start, LA, with Rev. Jeff Smart officiating. Interment will follow in Start Cemetery, Start, LA, under the direction of Brown-Holley Funeral Home, Rayville, LA. Fred was born June 11, 1920 in Rayville, LA, and passed away Thursday, September 27, 2012 in Monroe, LA at the age of 92. He is preceded in death by his wife, Viola Simpson Moore; parents, Harland and Mary Williams Moore; sons, Charles R. Moore, John E. Moore; daughter-in-law, Elaine Farley Moore; brothers, James, Harvey, Tommy, Harrold "Joe", Horace, Raymond and Felix; sisters, Mable, Dolly and Florence. Survivors include his 3-sons, Fred H. Moore, Jr. and wife, Ethel of Start, Kenneth D. Moore and wife, Cindy of Sterlington, LA, Mike Moore and wife, Nita of Start; daughter-in-law, Barbara Moore of Davenport, Iowa; 12-grandchildren; 16-great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. The family would like to express their appreciation to Mrs. Betty Crawford for her dedicated and loving care of Mr. Moore. Pallbearers will be Brian Allen, Brandon Moore, Chuck Moore, Nicky Smith, Bubba Moore, David Moore, Elliott Colvin, Will Minchew. To leave condolences for the family go to brownholleyfuneralhomes.com Brown-Holley Funeral Home Rayville, LA Published in The News Star on September 30, 2012

Donald Eugene Swinea Donald Eugene Swinea, of Waynesboro, TN was born on February 1, 1934 in Forest City, AR the son of the late Lonnie Swinea and Mabel White Swinea Hull. Mr. Swinea was a Production Manager and Sales Representative in the Industrial Laundry Business. He was President of Green River Country Club, a member of the Jaycees, and a member of the Tennessee Walking Horse Association. Mr. Swinea had lived in Memphis, TN and West Monroe, LA before moving to Waynesboro. Mr. Swinea departed this life on Monday, September 10, 2012 at the Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN at the age of 78 years. He is survived by his sons, Mike Swinea and wife, Kathrine of West Monroe, LA, Gary Swinea and wife, Susan of Chantilly, VA, Mark Swinea (April) of Hanover, PA, Jason Swinea (Candyce) of Waynesboro, TN and Brad Swinea Dawson, MN; seven grandchildren, five great grandchildren; brother, Raye Swinea of Waynesboro, TN; sister, Geraldine Johnson of Memphis, TN and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Mr. Swinea is preceded in death by a daughter, Pattie Neely; grandchild, Jaydee Lane Swinea; brothers, Lonnie Swinea, Jr., Samuel Swinea and Steven Swinea; sisters, Mary E. Cook, Jeweldean Pearce and Lois Ruddle. Services were held at 1:00 P.M. Saturday, September 15, 2012 in the chapel of Shackelford Funeral Directors in Waynesboro, TN. Burial followed in the White Cemetery in Waynesboro, TN. Pallbearers were Jody Lay, Jim Moore, Jerry Venable, Tafford Davis, Gerald Henderson and Bennie McLin. Honorary Pallbearers were former members of Green River Country Club in Waynesboro. Mulhearn Funeral Home West Monroe, LA Published in The News Star on September 30, 2012

Christian A. Cole, infant Christian Ahnyren Cole, the infant son of Jalessa and Joshua Cole III of Monroe, died Friday. Graveside services are 11 a.m. Monday at New Oakwood Cemetery, Tallulah. Visitation is 10 a.m. Monday at Beckwith Golden Gate Funeral Home, Tallulah.

Charles E. Newell, 71 FLORA, Miss. -- Charles Edward Newell, formerly of Tallulah, died Thursday. Graveside services are 4 p.m. Monday at Bethel Cemetery. Visitation is 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday at Sebrell's Funeral Home, Ridgeland, Miss.

Johnny K. Paine, 68 Johnny K. Paine of West Monroe, retired state trooper and Plunk's Wrecker Service manager, died Saturday. Services are 2 p.m. Monday at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 5-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Bernice Cemetery.

Virginia Pike, 72 SIMMSBORO -- Virginia B. "Ginger" Pike, a homemaker, died Friday. Services are 11 a.m. Monday at Griffin Funeral Home, West Monroe. Visitation is 4-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery.

J. F. Wiles, 74 J.F. Wiles of West Monroe, retired from American Airlines, died Saturday. Arrangements are incomplete under the direction of Griffin Funeral Home-West Monroe.

PREVIOUSLY (ACKNOWLEDGED Aaron, the Rev. Doyle L.: 11 a.m. Monday, the Pentecostals of Alexandria. Dedmon, Charles William Sr.: 1 p.m. Monday, Stoneville Cemetery, Stoneville, Miss. Greene, Dr. Lyndon Rayford: 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Southern Funeral Home, Winnfield. Johnson, Danny Lee: 2 p.m. Sunday, Cox Funeral Home, Delhi. Letterman, Carla: 2 p.m. Sunday, Pleasant Valley Cemetery, Downsville. Moore, Fred H. Sr.: 2 p.m. Sunday, Start Baptist Church, Start. Nealy, Johnnie Ruth Milner: 2 p.m. Monday, Emmanuel Baptist Church, Ruston. Robertson, Bonnie W.: 2 p.m. Sunday, Young's Community Memorial Funeral Home, Winnsboro. Spears, Joe L.: 2 p.m. Sunday, Calvary Heights Baptist Church, Jena. Washington, Vanessa C.: 11 a.m. Thursday, Marion Baptist Church, Marion.