Clarence Albert at Touro Infirmary in New Orleans, LA, on Thursday, June 28, 2012. Son of the late Johnny Albert, Jr., and Georgiana Johnson Albert. Father of Dorris Davis, Roland and Major Davis. Brother of Barbara Albert, Lillian (Melvin) Landry, Helen Mae (Milton) Smith, Johnny, III, Joseph and Junius Albert, and the late Eva Michael and Warren Albert, Sr. Devoted companion of Crystal Sanders. Also survived by 10 grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Age 64. Visiting at Greater Evergreen Baptist Church, Hwy. 44, Paulina, LA, Saturday, July 7, 2012 from 9:30 A.M. until religious services at 11:00 A.M. Conducted by the Rev. Nolan Albert. Interment in Antioch Cemetery in Paulina, LA. Brazier-Watson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Friday, July 6, 2012
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Eldrine "Steep" Albert a retired air force for 20 years passed away on October 30, 2013 age 71 husband of Bennie Faye Albert, Father of Eldrine Jr., Arnold and Shequitta Albert, Anita Albert Bardell, Rhonda Weston, Donta Miles, and Lance Davis Funeral Services will be held on Saturday at Evergreen Baptist Church 3399 Hwy 3125 Paulina, La 70763 at 11:00am Visitation will begin at 9:00am interment in Antioch Cemetery Paulina, La Services Entrusted to Hobson Brown Funeral home 985-535-2516.
Published in The Times-Picayune (LA) from Nov. 6 to Nov. 8, 2013

Ernest Albert Sr., 85, a native and resident of Paulina, died Dec. 21, 1998. He was the husband of the late Velma Buckner Albert and father of Annie Mae Davis, Ethel Jenkins, Elaine Foster, Raymond, Eidrine, Lionel, Dianne, Gary, the Rev. Nolan and Bernard Albert and the late Ernest Jr., Larry Jr. and Freddie Albert. He was also the son of the late Ernest and Victoria Albert and brother of Viola Pitts and the late Mattlene Dyle, Irma Braxton, Johnny, Morrell and Eugene Albert. He is also survived by 37 grandchildren, 46 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Services were held Dec. 23 at Evergreen Baptist Church, Paulina, with interment at Antioch Cemetery, Paulina.
Published in The Times-Picayune (LA) from Nov. 6 to Nov. 8, 2013

Gertrude Brown Albert, passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2013, at the age of 72 years old. Daughter of the late Hazel and Melvina Brown. Wife of the late Raymond Albert, Sr. Mother of Angela (Paul) Taylor, Benita, Raymond, Jr. and Donald Albert. Also survived by a host of Sisters, Brothers, Grandchildren, Nieces, Nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 30, 2013, for 11:00 a.m. at Greater King Triumph Baptist Church, 2572 Lionel Washington Street, Lutcher, La. Pastor Charlie Jones, Sr. will be officiating. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. until time of service. Interment will be at Antioch Cemetery, Paulina, La. A separate visitation will be held at The Baloney Funeral Home on Friday, March 29, 2013, from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. Funeral entrusted to The Baloney Funeral Home, LLC, 1905 W. Airline Highway, Laplace, La., 985-224-8460. Condolences can be expressed at www.baloneyfuneralhome.com.
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Mildred Albert - A native and resident of Lutcher, was 62. Survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Trina and Jeffery Pearley; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Charles and Catherine Bowser and Dennis and Deborah Washington; a sister, Onetta Washington; two grandchildren, Ashaunta Gross and Trinesha Pearley; a stepson, Freddie Albert Jr.; a great-grandson, Ceqwan Durst; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her parents, Henry Washington and Pearley Peters Washington; her husband, Freddie Albert Sr.; two brothers, Anthony Johnson and Willie Bowser; and six sisters, Ethel Mae Skinner, Bernice and Dorothy Washington, Josie Mae Wallace, Mary Lee Thomas and Irma Jean Goff.
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Mildred Washington Albert, a homemaker, died April 8 of a heart attack at her home. She was 62. Mrs. Albert was a lifelong resident of Lutcher. Survivors include a daughter, Trina Pearley; two brothers, Charles Bowser and Dennis Washington; a sister, Onetta Washington; a stepson, Freddie Albert Jr.; two grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. A funeral will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. at Greater King Triumph Baptist Church, 2572 Lionel Washington St. in Lutcher. Visitation will be at 9:30 a.m. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery in Paulina. Brazier-Watson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Friday, April 16, 2004
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Sarah (Moore) Albert - A native of Paulina and a resident of Lutcher. She passed away at 5:05 P.M., Tuesday, May 8, 2018 at her residence. She was 79. Viewing at Evergreen Baptist Church, Highway 3125 in Paulina, Saturday, May 19, 2018 from 9:30 a.m. until religious services at 11:00 a.m. conducted by the Rev. Nolan Albert. Interment in Antioch B.C. Cemetery in Paulina. Survived by four daughters: Terry Ann and Claudia Albert, Catherine (Jack) Rainey and Alma (Rev. William) Walter. Three sons: Warren (Carrie) Albert, Jr., Joseph (Ulondas) Albert and Kerry (Zineb) Abdullah. Sisters: Brenda (Huey, Sr.) Long and Rita (Bennie) Young. Sixteen Grandchildren, twenty-three great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, godchildren, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her parents: Levi Moore and Mary Miller Pembrook. Her stepfather, Oscar Leroy Pembrook. Her husband, Warren Albert, Sr. Two sons Kenneth and Gary Albert. Two brothers: Ernest Moore and Charlie Pembrook and a sister, Carrie Mae Johnson. BRAZIER-WATSON FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS. Visit us at www.brazierwatson.com to sign our guest book.
Published in TheAdvocate.com from May 16 to May 19, 2018

Geraldine Banks "Geri" Allen, a native of Paulina and a resident of Mableton, Ga. She passed away at Kennestone Hospital in Atlanta, Ga on Monday, April 23, 2018. She was 71. Visiting at King Solomon Baptist Church, North Courseault St., Lutcher, Saturday, May 5, 2018 from 9:00 a.m. until religious services at 10:00 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Kennard Rowdy Scott. Viewing prior to services only. Interment in Antioch Cemetery in Paulina. Survived by her son, Brian (Octavia) Turner. Sisters: Mercedes Mitchell, Ethel Striggs and Delma Ursin. Brothers: John (Anita) Striggs, Roger and Thomas Striggs and Molen (Joann) Ursin. Sister-in-law: Dana Banks. Her best friend, Cynthia Rambo; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, neices, nephews, cousins, godchildren, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her parents: Joseph Banks, Sr. and Delma Ursin Banks. Stepfather, John Striggs. Brothers: Joseph Banks, Jr., Reginald Striggs and Nathaniel Banks. BRAZIER-WATSON FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS. Visit us at www.brazierwatson.com to sign our guest book.
Published in TheAdvocate.com from May 2 to May 5, 2018

Calvin Aubert - A native and resident of Lutcher. He passed away at 7:04 P.M., Friday, May 15, 2015 at Ochsner Hospital in New Orleans. He was 53. Viewing at New Zion Christian Center in Gramercy, Saturday, May 30, 2015 from 9:30 A.M. until Religious Services at 11:00 A.M. conducted by Pastor Herman Clayton, Jr. of St. Matthew Baptist Church, Paulina; Elder Emil Dean Mitchell, Host Pastor. Viewing will be prior to the services ONLY. Interment in Antioch Cemetery in Paulina. Survived by two daughters: Car'Nance Aubert and Kysten Aubert. Three Sons: Rhassan Jasper, Cavin Randle and Calvin Wiggins. His companion, Katherine Clayton. Sisters: Octavia Bright, Lilly (Lynval) Frances, Jacquelyn Michael, Jennifer Thompson, Lorna Gross Bryant and Sharon Gross Alexander. Brothers: Lloyd (Portia) Jackson, Kenneth (Melanie) Aubert, Robert (Sharon) Aubert, Gerald Aubert, Alvin (Deanna) Aubert, Tremille (Natalie) Aubert, Kenneth (Jackie) Bartley, Dale (Eva) Cunningham and Jerome (Alice) Cunningham; 3 grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, brothers in law, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his parents: Louis Aubert, Sr. and Hazel Garrison Aubert. A son, Car'Nanceo Aubert. A sister, Claudia Robertson. A brother, Louis Aubert, Jr.; a niece, Shandrell Bourgeois, a nephew, Kenneth Aubert Jr. and a brother in law, Raymond Bright. BRAZIER-WATSON FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS. Visit us at www.brazierwatson.com to sign our guest book.
Published in TheAdvocate.com from May 27 to May 29, 2015

Dorothy Mae Banks was born on September 13, 1935 to the late Freddie and Viola Riley Miller in Hester, Louisiana. On Sunday, October 13, 2019, at the glorious age of 84 at her sister's home, Dorothy entered into rest knowing that to be absent from the body is to present with the Lord. Dorothy, affectionately known as Boo and Dor, was the wife of the late Willie Banks. She is stepmother of Joann (Andrew Carr, Jr.) Carr and Wilfred Banks. Dorothy has four step grandchildren, Willie II, Lydell, and Brian Banks and Sharda Chapman. Dorothy was reared in a loving, God fearing family. She is the sister of Frederick Miller, Louise Miller Washington, and Mary Joseph, and the late Edward Miller and Doretha Miller Armant. Sister-in-law of Alice Gaines Banks. Dorothy reared as her own Nancy Cantrelle Laiche, Karen Lynn Bovie, and Carl and Eric Cantrelle. One godchild, Elaine Johnson, a devoted cousin Ruby Johnson and a devoted friend of Ruth Washington, Ethel Mae Jenkins, Annie Mae Davis, Stacy Whittington, and Rose Howard, and numerous nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. Religious services will begin 11:00 am at Evergreen Baptist Church, 339 LA-3125, Paulina, Louisiana, 70763, Pastor Nolan Albert, officiating. Viewing from 9:00 am until service time. All neighboring churches are invited to attend the celebration of life for Dorothy Mae Banks. Interment at Antioch Cemetery, Paulina, Louisiana. Bardell's Mortuary of Mt. Airy, LA in charge. Information: (985)535-6837
Published in TheAdvocate.com from Oct. 24 to Oct. 26, 2019

Debra Barney - A native of Kenner and resident of Paulina, Gramercy and Texas, she died at her home in Cypress, Texas, Saturday, June 5, 2010, at 9:35 a.m. She was 56. Visiting at Greater Evergreen Baptist Church, La. 44, Paulina, on Saturday, June 12, from 9:30 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Nolan Albert. Interment in Antioch Baptist Church Cemetery, Paulina. Survived by her husband, Gary James Barney; mother, Margaret Crain Selders; daughters, Lashonda and LaTonya Lewis; two sons, Tabyron and Michael Lewis Jr. and wife Danielle; stepdaughter and husband, Keri and Aaron Bovie; stepson and wife, Kylan and Juanika Barney; brothers, Bobbie and Gerald Selders; sisters, Barbara and husband Edward Alexander, Aline and husband Fred Bellard, Betty S. Alexander, Margarite S. Blair, Deloris S. Taylor, and the late Cheryl Lyn, Emmitt and Woodrow Selders Jr.; mother-in-law, Dorothy Barney; sister-in-law, Barbara B. LaGrange; 10 grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her father, Woodrow Selders Sr.; daughter, Cheryl Lyn Selders; two brothers, Emmitt and Woodrow Selders Jr.; and father-in-law, James Barney. Arrangements by Brazier-Watson Funeral Home, Donaldsonville.
Published in TheAdvocate.com on June 11, 2010

Dorothy Barney - Survived by her daughter, Barbara Barney LaGrange, and son, Gary James Barney. Brothers: Lionel, Murphy, Melvin and Ronald Kirklin. Sisters: Melba Jean Gaines and Patricia (Joe) Long. Also survived by four grandchildren: Konetha and Kashane LaGrange, Kylan Barney and Keri Barney Bovie. Step-grandchildren, Michael, Lashonda, LyTonya, and Tabyron Lewis. Great-grandchildren: Kerrien Banks, Kylah Barney, and Amyri and Kenli Bovie; sisters in law: Elaine, Lucille, and Cathy Kirklin; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends. Preceded in death by her parents, Ezidore Kirklin, Sr., and Evelina Jackson Kirklin. Her husband, James Barney. Her son, Ray Barney; a sister: Ethel Mae Kirklin; brothers: Isadore, Jr., Percy, Oscar and Stanley Kirlin; daughter in law, Debra Barney; son in law, Kerry LaGrange; and sister in law, Sarah Kirklin.
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Alice Mae Beckett - A native of Hester and resident of Lutcher, she died at 10:10 a.m. Thursday, July 5, 2007, at River Parishes Hospital in LaPlace. She was 55. Visiting at St. Joe Baptist Church, Alexander Street, Lutcher, on Wednesday, July 11, from 9:30 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Clarence Williams Sr. Interment in Antioch Baptist Church Cemetery, Paulina. Survived by her two daughters, LaToya and LaTiya Beckett; three sons, Stacy and wife Shatrice, Brian and fianceé Rochanda Madry, and Kevin Beckett; an adopted son, Jayce Franklin, whom she reared; three sisters, Annie Lee and Betsy Beckett and Audrey Duhon; brother, Sterling and wife Antionette Beckett; five grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her parents, Welma Beckett, Sr. and Bernice Davis Beckett; son, Damond Beckett; brothers, August, Lawrence and Welma Beckett Jr., and Charlie Davis; and sister, Celestine Beckett. Arrangements by Brazier-Watson Funeral Home.
Published in The Advocate (LA) on 7/10/2007

Scarlett Blanton - A native and resident of Denham Springs. She passed away on Friday, August 28, 2015, at 8:28 A.M. at Baton Rouge General Hospital at Bluebonnet in Baton Rouge. She was 49. Visiting at First Community Antioch Baptist Church, Highway 3125, Lutcher on Saturday, September 5, 2015, from 1:30 P.M. until religious services at 2:00 P.M. conducted by Pastor Herman clayton, Jr. Rev. Ferdinand Gaines, Jr., Host Pastor. Interment in Antioch Cemetery in Paulina. Survived by a daughter, Kelsey Moses. A son, Gerren Moses. Her sister, Tikelanna (Trevis) Dutton. Her brother, Justin (Rachelle) Schief. Her Fiance', Patrick Wright. Three nephews, Tanner and Tyren Dutton and Colin Schief. Her uncles: Harry Martin and Pastor Herman (Monica) Clayton. Her aunt, Marie Barney. God Sisters: Keresher Clayton and Latanya Barbarin. A goddaughter, Kristin Bonds, numerous cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her parents, Willie Blanton and Lattie Barney. BRAZIER-WATSON FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS. Visit us at www.brazierwatson.com to sign our guest book.
Published in TheAdvocate.com from Sept. 3 to Sept. 5, 2015

Eric passed away in Lutcher at the age of 22. Survived by his mother, Letisha Blue. His father, Eric Duhone. And wife, Lashanda. His sisters: Akayla Belvin, Ambreal James, and Ericnesha Duhone. His brothers, Ladainian James, and Delancio Parnell. His maternal grandparents; Cheryl Blue and Ronald Williams. His paternal grandmother Cynthia Duhone Williams and paternal grandfather, James Johnson. Also numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends. Preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Lawrence Williams, Sr.
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Eric Blue died on Sunday, Jan. 20, 2019 at St. James Parish Hospital in Lutcher. He was 22. Visiting at St. Joe Baptist Church, Lutcher, Friday, Feb. 1 from 9:30 a.m. until religious services at 11 a.m., conducted by Bishop Clarence Williams, Sr. Burial in Antioch Cemetery. Brazier-Watson Funeral Home in charge of the arrangements. Visit us at www.brazierwatson.com to sign our guest book.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Wednesday, January 30, 2019
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Manuel Bourgeois, Sr. on Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at Ochsner Medical Center, Kenner, LA. Son of the late Edna McCormick and Isaac Bourgeois, Sr. Father of Linnie Bourgeois Harris (Lenix), Manuel Bourgeois, Jr., Burnell Bourgeois and the late Lydia Rose Bourgeois. Brother of Wilmer Bourgeois, Sr. (Audry), Dorothy B. Thomas, the late Rosetta Jordan, Elnora McGuffey, Edna Ennis, Louvina Robertson, Eunice Rixner and Isaac Bourgeois, Jr. Also survived by 9 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Age 83 years. A native and resident of Paulina, LA. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers and members of Evergreen Baptist Church and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the funeral service at Evergreen Baptist Church, 3399 LA 3125, Paulina, LA on Saturday, December 2, 2017 at 1:30 pm. Rev Nolan Albert, Pastor, Officiating. Interment Antioch Cemetery, Paulina, LA. Visitation at the above named church from 1:00 PM until service time SERVICED BY ROBOTTOM
Published in The Times-Picayune (LA) on Dec. 1, 2017

Dexton Anthony "D'Brown" Brown at the age of 28 yrs. departed this earthly life on Wednesday June 12,2019. Dexton was the son of Rosa Lee Brown of Gramercy, La and the late Paul Anthony Porter of Paulina,La Loving Father of Ha'Ben Anthony Brown. Brother of Thorne Brown (Kenshunda), and Donquell Taylor of Gramercy, La; Joseph Spriggs Jr. of Gonzales,La; Shomar Anthony Porter of Donaldsonville, La and Shondrica Spriggs of Lutcher, La. Also survived by a host of Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews other relatives and friends. Dexton was preceded in death by his father Paul Anthony Porter, Paternal Grandparents: Ernest and Idola Porter Robertson and Maternal Grandparents: John Sr, and Rosa Lee Brown. Pastors, Officers and Members of New Zion Christian Center of Gramercy, La., First Community Antioch Baptist Church of Lutcher, La.and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Home going Celebration on Friday June 21, 2019 at 11:00am at the First Community Antioch Baptist Church 10860 La Hwy 3125 Lutcher, La. 70071 where Rev. Ferdinand Gaines Jr. is the Pastor, Pastor Emil Dean Mitchell is officiating. Interment is in Antioch Cemetery of Paulina, La. Visitation will be Thursday June 20,2019 from 3:00pm to 5:00pm at Bardell's Mortuary 3856 Hwy 44 Mt. Airy, La. and Friday from 9:00am to service time at First Community Antioch Baptist Church. Bardell's Mortuary of Mt. Airy, La. in charge.
Published in TheAdvocate.com from June 19 to June 21, 2019

Fayona Brown - A native of Paulina and a resident of Lutcher. Fayona passed away in New Orleans at the age of 58 [2/15/2019]. Survived by her husband, Allen Brown. Her daughters: Allyneika and Allyneisha Brown and her son, Allen Brown. Her sister: Sonja Marcell. Brothers: Michael (Jennifer) Marcell, Dwayne Marcell, and fiancé, Darlene Mayo, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her parents: Freeman Marcell, Sr. and Georgia Noel Marcell. Her brother, Freeman Marcell, Jr.
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PAULINA - Cordell "Cool-C" Clayton, 27, a native and resident of Paulina, died Jan. 9. He was the son of Joyce Clayton Butler and the late Eric Nicholas and stepson of Alfred Butler Jr. He was also the grandson of Berthella Nicholas and Ernest Sr. and the late Louizer Clayton. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Louizer Keys Clayton. Services are today at 11 a.m. at Evergreen Baptist Church, Paulina, with interment at Antioch Cemetery, Paulina. Visitation starts at 9:30 a.m.
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Losten "World Montana" Clayton, a retired construction worker at Boh Bros. Construction Co., died Feb. 7 of complications from cancer at his home. He was 75. Mr. Clayton was born in Mount Airy and lived in New Orleans for more than 50 years. He also had been a school crossing guard. Survivors include his wife, Edna M. Armont Clayton, and three daughters, Shelia J. Clayton of Coppell, Texas, and Marsha C. Batiste and Lucille C. Simmons. A wake will be held today at 7 p.m. at Mount Moriah Baptist Church, 2407 Louisa St. Visitation will begin at 5 p.m. A motorcade will leave the church Saturday at 9:30 a.m. for an 11:30 a.m. service at King Solomon Baptist Church in Lutcher. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery in Paulina. D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Friday, February 15, 2002
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Mary Ann Collins, A native and resident of Paulina, she died at The Carpenter's House in Baton Rouge on Friday, Oct. 12, 2012, at 4:30 a.m. She was 65. Visiting at First Community Antioch Baptist Church, Highway 3125, Lutcher, religious service, conducted by the Rev. Ferdinand Gaines, Jr. Interment in Antioch Cemetery, Paulina. Survived by her daughter, Rachel Auguillard; two sons, Leonard and Thaddeus Augillard; sister, Vera Smith; brother, Terrell Collins, Sr. and companion, Wanda Finley; seven grandchildren, a great-grandchild, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her parents, Leroy Collins, Sr. and Ethel McGee Collins; two sisters, Audrey Mae McField and Carolyn Detiege; and three brothers, Leroy Collins, Jr., Gerald Collins and Huey P. Collins. Arrangements by Brazier-Watson Funeral Home.
Published in The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) from October 15 to October 17, 2012

Melvina Collins, A native and resident of Lutcher. She passed away at her residence at the age of 76. Visiting at Greater King Triumph Baptist Church, Lionel Washington Street in Lutchoer on Saturday, March 23, 2019 from 9:30 am until Religious Services at 11:00 am., conducted by the Rev. Charlie Jones. Interment in Antioch Cemetery in Paulina. Survived by her daughters: Elesha (Greg) Amos, Ramona Ezidore, Tracey (Peter) Batiste and Tarasha Collins. Her son: Mark Collins. Her sister: Patricia Carr. Her brother: Morris (Doris) Bowser, Jr., 11 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren. Sisters-in-law: Carolyn Bowser and Georgia Johnson and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends. Preceded in death by her parents: Albert Johnson and Leola Brown. Her stepfather: Morris Bowser, Sr. Her husband, Huey Collins. Sisters: Carolyn Johnson and Mary Albert. Brothers: Geron Bowser and Freddie Johnson, SR. BRAZIER-WATSON FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS.
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Mayolia Cooper - A native of Lutcher and a resident of Gramercy. She passed away at 1:38 P.M. on Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2014 at Ochsner Medical Center-Kenner. She was 67. Visiting ONLY at First Community Antioch Baptist Church, Highway 3125, Lutcher, on Saturday, Nov. 22, from 9:30 a.m. until religious services at 11:00 a.m. conducted by the Rev. Ferdinand Gaines, Jr., Interment in Antioch Cemetery in Paulina. Survived by three daughter: Lytressa Cooper, Alva Vanessa Cooper and WenQueice Coopr. A son, Adair Cooper. Six Sisters and their spouses: Dianna (Roland) Keller, Wilma Sue (George) Weber, Deborah Duperclay, Deidra (Garrett) London, Cheryl Jackson and Julliette (Donald Ray) Williams. Four brothers and their spouses: Joseph (Patricia) Long, Huey (Brenda) Long, Sr., Craig (Donna) Long and Honoray Wright. Eight grandchildren, one great granddaughter, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, godchildren, other relatives and friends, including Jacqueline Aubert and Mary Ann Perkins. Preceded in death by her parents: Sampson Long, Jr., and Rosemary Wallace and her two sons, Clyde and Adam Cooper, III. BRAZIER-WATSON FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS. Visit us at www.braziereatson.com to sign our guest book.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Thursday, November 20, 2014
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Andrew Davis, age 70, passed away on May 21, 2012 at Twin Oaks Nursing Home in Laplace, LA. Son of the late Easter and Junior Davis Sr. Husband of Marion W. Davis, devoted father of Felicia Sextion (Jimmie Smith) and Michael Sextion (Kebra Sextion). Stepfather of Antonio Miller and Susan Miller, DeShannon Shabazz (Patrice), Charles Hilton, Brother of Betty Variste of Reserve, LA and Junior Davis of Arkansas. Survived by 13 grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends of the family, also members of Rescue Mission B.C. and neighborhood churches, Laborers International Union of North America, are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Saturday, June 2, 2012 at 10:00 A.M. at Rescue Mission B.C. 361 E. 14th St., Reserve, LA. Visitation will be at 8:00 A.M. until service begins. Hobson Brown Funeral Home in charge.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Friday, June 1, 2012
Contributed by Jane Edson

Alexander Ezidore, at his daughter's residence in Algiers, LA at 4:00 p.m., on Wednesday, October 10, 2007. Son of the late Sidney Ezidore and Annie Minor Ezidore. Father and father in law of Eunice and Robert Anthony, Larry and Joyce, Gary and Marva Fluence, Nathan Fluence and Alexander Ezidore, Jr. Brother of Artemise Williams and the late Julia Jasmin, Manuel and Pompey Ezidore, Sr. Also survived by 15 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, numerous neices, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Age 92. Visiting at Israelite Baptist Church, Lutcher, LA, Wednesday, October 17, 2007 from 9:30 a.m. until Religious Service at 11:00 a.m. Conducted by the Rev. Kevin Fredericks. Interment in Antioch B. C. Cemetery. Brazier-Watson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Published in The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) on 10/16/2007

Allen Henry Jr. - A native and resident of Paulina, he died at home at 10:30 a.m. Friday, April 9, 2010. He was 50. Visiting at Greater Evergreen Baptist Church, La. 44, Paulina, until religious service, conducted by the Rev. Nolan Albert. Interment in Antioch Cemetery in Paulina. Survived by his parents, Allen Henry Sr. and Jersey Taylor Henry; a sister, Debra Harrison; two brothers and their spouses, Gerald and Patricia and Carl and Sherita Henry; aunts, Shirley Fluence, Ida Russell, Annabell Joseph and Emma Lee Clark; uncle, Louis Russell Sr.; nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Tim and Violet Taylor; paternal grandparents, Alma Lee Finley; and uncle, Johnny Clayton. Arrangements by Brazier-Watson Funeral Home, Donaldsonville.
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Allen Henry Jr. - Services at Greater Evergreen Baptist Church, La. 44, Paulina, at 9:30 a.m.
Published in TheAdvocate.com on Apr. 17, 2010

Debra Jean Manuel Hill was born on November 7, 1953 at Charity Hospital in New Orleans to Alexander Manuel Sr. and Willie Mae Martin. In 1969, she accepted Christ and was baptized at the Greater Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church by the late Rev. Howard in Chicago, IL. She graduated in 1971 from Hyde Park High School in Chicago, IL. Debra worked most of her life as a Dietician. She was a very devoted usher and always willing to help in whatever way she could. She took great pride in being a Mother, grand, and great-grandmother to all her babies. She is survived by her 4 children; Twanya, Shaveen, Tanjanita Hill, and Ronda (Walter) Hansley. 5 brothers; Barry (Earlean) Manuel, John Jr., Frank (Cassandra), Michael (Debra), Adam Burns. 4 sisters, Loretta Joseph, Linda Hayes, Joyce Smith, and Carolyn Cola. 17 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, god-children, Jason Webster, Damon Jenkins, and Sincir "Sam" Porter and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, Alexander Manuel Sr. and Willie Mae Burns, and step-father; John W. Burns Sr.; brothers; Alexander Manuel Jr. and Everett Burns; sisters, Kathleen Burns, Dorothy Harris, and Sherry Robinson, and her god-parents Elijah Scott and Margaret Cooper. Funeral services will be held Saturday, September 7, 2019 at Greater King Triumph Baptist Church 2572 Lionel Washington St. Lutcher, LA 70071. Pastor Charlie Jones, Sr. officiant. Visitation 9:00 am followed by service at 11:00 am. Interment Antioch Cemetery, Paulina, LA. Bardell's Mortuary entrusted with her final care.
Published in TheAdvocate.com from Sept. 5 to Sept. 7, 2019

Dave Howard Jr., a factory worker, died Wednesday at Veterans Affairs Medical Center. He was 79. Mr. Howard was born in Convent and lived in White Castle for many years. He was an Army veteran. Survivors include a son, James Davis of San Diego; two daughters, Nettie Parquette of Garyville and Glenda H. Gaines of Reserve; 10 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. A funeral will be held Tuesday at 11 a.m. at Mount Olive Baptist Church in Paulina. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery in Paulina. D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Sunday, March 14, 2004
Contributed by Jane Edson

Donald "Duck" Johnson departed this earthly life and entered into eternal rest on Saturday, November 22, 2003 at River Parish Medical Center of Laplace, LA. Son of the late Enola and Rev. Dennis Johnson, Jr. Beloved father/father-in-law of Janelle/Romell Johnson and Delacy/Jermaine Lewis, Sr. of Lutcher, LA. Loving brother of Ronald Johnson, Sr., Faye J. Farlough of Laplace, LA, Dennis Johnson of Gramercy, LA, Hattie J. La'Day, Denese J. Washington and Herman Stafford of Lutcher, LA. Nephew of Marjie Jackson of Ponchatoula, LA and Aldrich Seals of Hammond, LA. A devoted friend of Wagon Boudreaux and Mack. Also survived by 4 grandchildren , a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers and members of First Community-Antioch Baptist Church, Israelite Baptist Church, St. Joe Baptist Church, all of Lutcher, LA., St. John Missionary Baptist Church of Mt. Airy, LA, all neighboring churches and employees of River Parish Vault are invited to attend the funeral services on Friday, November 28, 2003 at 11:00 A.M. at the First Community-Antioch Baprist Church, 10860 Hwy. 3125 Lutcher, LA. Rev. Ferdinand Gaines, Jr. officiating. Interment in Antioch Cemetery, Paulina, LA. Visitation will be at the Church from 9:00 A.M. until service time. Bardell's Mortuary of Mt. Airy in charge. Information: 985-535-6837
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Thursday, November 27, 2003
Contributed by Jane Edson

LUTCHER - Enola "Ma Dear" Johnson, 90, a native of Convent and resident of Lutcher, died Oct. 13. She was the wife of the Rev. Dennis Johnson Jr. and mother of Faye Farlough, Hattie LaDay, Denese Washington and Dennis III, Ronald and Donald Johnson. She was the sister of Margie Jackson and Aldrich Seals. She is also survived by nine grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. She was a retired employee of the St. James Parish Council on Aging. Services are today at 11 a.m. at King Solomon Baptist Church, Lutcher, with interment at Antioch Cemetery, Paulina.
L'Observateur (La Place, LA) - Saturday, November 2, 2002
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Lance Johnson - A native of New Orleans and a resident of Lutcher. He passed away at St. James Parish Hospital in Lutcher at 1:14 a.m., Thursday, February 15, 2018. He was 41. Visiting at First Community Antioch Baptist Church, Lutcher, Friday, February 23, 2018 from 9:30 a.m. until religious services at 11:00 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Ferdinand Gaines, Jr. Interment in Antioch Cemetery in Paulina. Survived by his wife, DeShannon Johnson Johnson. His father, Ronald Russell, Sr. His sister, Pricilla Russell. His brothers: Donald (Keisha) Russell, Ronald, Jr. and Daniel Russell, Michael Boudreaux, Gary (Kavonna) Boudreaux and Thiron Boudreaux. His father and mother-in-law, Walter and Barbara Jackson. Sister-in-law, Brittney (Dwayne) Winfield. Brothers-in-law, Romel (Janel) Johnson, Jaumall Joseph, Ernest Russell, III and Mark (Carissa) Russell. Also numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles and godchildren, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his mother, Rosalyn Johnson and his brother-in-law, Jermaine Lewis. BRAZIER-WATSON FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS. Visit us at www.brazierwatson.com to sign our guest book.
L'Observateur (La Place, LA) - Saturday, November 2, 2002

Mrs. Olivia Johnson's death notice appears in the Times-Picayune, New Orleans, Jan. 16, 1959, Page 2. She died Jan. 12 at her residence in New Orleans. Widow of David Johnson. Mother of Alonzo Dilworth. Sister of Lawrence and Joseph Johnson of Lutcher, La. and Oscar Johnson of new Orleans. Daughter of Christoph Johnson of New Orleans. Interment in Antioch cemetery, Paulina, La.
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Warren Michael Johnson, a process operator for Shell/Motiva LLC Enterprises, died Dec. 14 of a heart attack at Meadowcrest Hospital in Gretna. He was 47. Mr. Johnson was born in New Orleans and lived in LaPlace. He attended Lutcher High School and was in the Air Force for four years. Survivors include his wife, Maureen Ross Johnson; three sons, Jared Johnson, Brandon Williams and Jonathon Nelson; two daughters, Shannon Johnson and Taleisha Jacques; his mother, Ruby Johnson; seven brothers, Harry, Gerald, the Rev. Castor, Tyrone and Carl Johnson and Robert and Ricky Ross; and five sisters, Barbara Hall, Sandra Johnson, Elaine Kirklin, Joanne Andrus and Lisha Johnson. A funeral will be held today at 10 a.m. at Mount Olive Baptist Church on Grandpoint Road in Paulina. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery in Paulina. Hobson Brown Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Saturday, December 21, 2002
Contributed by Jane Edson

A native of Wellem and a resident of Lutcher, Edna Joseph Jones died at 5:05 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 25, 2007, at St. James Hospital, Lutcher. She was 93. Visiting at Mount Olive Baptist Church, Paulina, until religious service conducted by the Rev. Elmo Lee. Interment in Antioch Cemetery, Paulina. Survived by three daughters and two sons-in-law, Maggie and Leonard Morris, Audrey and Herman Johnson, and Leona Joseph; two sons, Lawrence Johnson and Melvin Jones; 14 grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her parents, Florent Joseph and Louise Francois Joseph; her husband, Moses Jones; a daughter, Barbara Joseph; a son, Andrew Joseph Jr.; sisters, Gistine and Rebecca Johnson and Gladys Smith; and two brothers, Andrew and Ernest Joseph. Arrangements by Brazier-Watson Funeral Home.
Published in The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) on 11/29/2007

Leonard Sanders "Slugger" Jones a native of Lutcher, La at the age of 64 yrs departed this earthly life on Wednesday March 29, 2017. Son of the Late Fannie Mae Jones and Isaac McGuire. Beloved brother of Samuel Jones, Larry James, Ronald Nabors, Donald Nabors, Lonnie Nabors, Jimmy Nabors, Brenda Davis, Maida Daniels, Patricia (Dennis Jones)and Catherine McCurry. Nephew of Addie Cooper and Donna Wells (Leroy). Also Survived by a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. Leonard was preceded in death by his mother and father Fannie Mae Jones and Isaac McGuire; siblings: Alvin Jones, Richard Barker, Calvin Nabors and Timothy Nabors. Relatives and Friends of the family also Pastors, Officers and Members of St. Joe Baptist Church of Lutcher, La. and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the home going celebration on Saturday April 15,2017 at 11:00am at St. Joe Baptist Church 2256 Alexander St. Lutcher, La. Pastor Clarence Williams officiating. Interment in Antioch Cemetery of Paulina, La. Visitation will be at the above name church from 9:00am until service time. Bardell's Mortuary of Mt. Airy, La. in charge. Information: 985-535-6837.
Published in TheAdvocate.com from Apr. 13 to Apr. 15, 2017

Barbara Ann Joseph - A native of Kenner and a resident of Lutcher, she died at 6:15 p.m. on Monday, July 16, 2007, at St. James Parish Hospital of Lutcher. She was 59. Visiting at Mount Olive Baptist Church in Paulina on Friday, July 20, from 9:30 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Elmo Lee. Interment in Antioch Cemetery, Paulina. She is survived by her mother, Edna Joseph; a daughter, Stephanie Joseph Durant; three sisters and brothers-in-law, Maggie and Leonard Morris Sr., Audrey and Herman Johnson and Leona Joseph; two brothers, Lawrence Johnson and Melvin Jones; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her father, Moses Jones; three sisters, Gistine and Rebecca Johnson and Gladys Smith; and two brothers, Andrew Joseph and Ernest Joseph Sr. Brazier-Watson Funeral Home of Donaldsonville is in charge of arrangements.
Published in The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) on 7/19/2007

Joseph, Jackie - A native of Onedia (Whellam) and a resident of Houston, he died at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 25, 2007, at Northwest Medical Center, Houston. He was 52. Visiting at First Community Antioch Baptist Church, La. 3125, Lutcher, on Saturday, May 5, from 11 a.m. until religious service at 1 p.m., conducted by the Rev. Elmo Lee. Interment in Antioch Cemetery in Paulina. He is survived by two brothers and their spouses, Ernest Joseph Jr. and wife Madeline of Gramercy and Andrew Joseph and wife Lena of Lutcher; two sisters, Stella French and husband Charles and Jacqueline Mills-Bause and husband Adam of Paulina; aunt, Edna Jones; sister-in-law, Patricia Joseph; nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest Joseph Sr. and Ethel Starks Joseph; brother, Joinell Joseph; sister, Dorothy Joseph; eight aunts, two uncles and a niece, Vernetta Cook. Brazier-Watson Funeral Home, Donaldsonville, is in charge of arrangements.
Published in The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) on 5/4/2007

Samuel "Rufus" Joseph Sr., a laborer at Colonial Sugar Refinery, died Saturday of cancer at Canon Hospice. He was 80. Mr. Joseph was an Army veteran and a member of Mount Olive Baptist Church. Survivors include five sons, Samuel Joseph Jr. and Michael, Mitchell, Spencer and Sidney Joseph; three daughters, Melba J. Rousseau, Hilda J. Brochett and Wanda J. Davis; 44 grandchildren; and 23 great-grandchildren. A funeral will be held Saturday at 1 p.m. at Mount Olive Baptist Church, 3143 Louisiana 642, Paulina. Visitation will begin at 11 a.m. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery. Bardell's Mortuary handled arrangements.
Times-Picayune, The (New Orleans, LA) - Friday, July 16, 2004
Contributed by Jane Edson

Thursday, August 19th, 1937 - Tuesday, October 29th, 2019
Shirley May Kirklin was peacefully lifted by God's Angels on Tuesday, October 29th, 2019 at the age of 82 at Ochsner Hospital in Kenner, La. She was born in Remy, La to parents Fred and Irene Hayes Kirklin. Shirley was a native of Lutcher, LA for many years, but spent her remaining years at Twin Oaks Nursing Home in Laplace, La. Shirley was a loving mother and grandmother. To her grandchildren and great-grandchildren she was affectionately known as "momo" Shirley. She loved sweets, enjoyed fishing and playing bingo. Her kindness and giving spirit will be deeply missed by her family and friends. She leaves to cherish her precious memories her children, Linda Gaines (late Walter) of Dehnam Springs, La, Elijah Scott Jr. (Lynn) of New Orleans, La, Barbara Manuel (Craig) of Laplace, La, Eldrin Scott (Rose) of Gramercy, La, and Ricky Scott (Audrey) of Baker, La, twenty grandchildren, sixty-five great-grandchildren, and five great-great-grandchildren. Shirley is preceded in death by her parents Fred and Irene Kirklin, her youngest son, Anthony Scott, her siblings, Rudy Junegain, Phillip Hayes, Delores Lumar and Fred Kirklin. Relatives and friends of the family, St. John ARC, Old Navy, Fresenius Kidney Care, New Orleans Eye Specialists, Twin Oaks nursing home and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Homegoing Celebration on Saturday, November 9, 2019 at King Solomon Baptist Church, 2385 N Courseault St, Lutcher, LA 70071 at 10:00 am. Visitation begins at 9:00 am until service time. Interment at Antioch Cemetery in Paulina, La. Final care entrusted to Treasures of Life Funeral Services, 315 E. Airline Highway, Gramercy, La 70052.
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Detta "T-Detta" Barconey-Ladd departed this earthly life on Wednesday, June 26, 2013 at Carrington Place of New Orleans, LA. Daughter of Illinois Barconey Jr. of New Orleans, LA and the late Bishop Mable Barconey. She leaves to cherish 5 loving sisters, Melba Smith, Gaynel Johnson, Tongia Anderson, Joyce Barconey, and Joanne Sparks; 4 loving brothers, Warner Olventon (Earline), Lawrence Perry (Pamela), Oliver Sr., and Illinois Barconey III. Niece of Mamie Dell Terry (Earnest). Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers, and members of The Greater Evergreen Baptist Church of Paulina, LA., and all neighboring churches are invited to the home going celebration on Saturday, July 6, 2013, at 11:00a.m. at Greater Evergreen Baptist Church, 3399 LA Hwy. 3125, Paulina, LA. Pastor Nolan Albert officiating. Interment in Antioch Cemetery of Paulina, LA. Visitation will be at the above named church from 9:00a.m. until service time. Bardell's Mortuary of Mt. Airy, LA in charge.
Published in The Times-Picayune (New Lorleans, LA) from July 3 to July 5, 2013

1928 - 2017
Mrs. Lewis was 89 years old and a resident of Lutcher. She is survived by her children: Robert Jones, Nathaniel Jones, Sr., Carol Johnson and husband Ronald, Sr., Linda Hartmann and husband Hermann, Lucy Bremond and husband Lon, and Rodney Jones; sisters, Joyce Giles, Jerry Dean Queen; brother William Jones; 20 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; 2 great-nieces. Preceded in death by her parents, Rodney Lewis, Sr. and Cecilia Lockett Lewis; son Atwood Jones, Jr.; sister Loyce Jones; brother Rodney Lewis, Jr.
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A native and resident of Lutcher. She passed away at her daughter's home in Sugarland, TX at 3:54 p.m., on Thursday, July 13, 2017. She was 89. Visiting at First Community Antioch Baptist Church, Highway 3125, Lutcher, Saturday, July 22, 2017 from 9:30 a.m. until religious services at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Ferdinand Gaines, Jr., Host Pastor, Rev. Charlie Jones, of Greater King Triumph Baptist Church, officiating. Interment in Antioch Cemetery in Paulina. Survived by her children: Robert Jones, Nathaniel Jones, Sr., Carol (Ronald, Sr.) Johnson, Linda (Hermann) Hartmann, Lucy (Jon) Bremond and Rodney Jones. Sisters: Joyce Giles,Jerry Dean Queen and Brenda (Johnny) Durio. Brother: William Jones. A daughter-in-law: Tanya Jones, 20 grandchildren, 27 great- grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her parents: Rodney Lewis, Sr.and Cecilia Lockett Lewis. A son, Atwood Jones, Jr. Sister, Loyce Jones. A brother: Rodney Lewis, Jr., and a daughter-in-law: Sheliah Jones. BRAZIER-WATSON FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS. Visit us at www.brazierwatson.com to sign our guest book.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Thursday, July 20, 2017
Contributed by Jane Edson

Ricky A. Martin, age 57, a United States Veteran, departed this life on Sunday, August 17, 2008, in Metairie, LA. Son of the late Clarence and Dorothy Martin. Loving companion of Laverne Green. Father of Brittany Martin, Nicole Age, Ernest III, Eric and Anthony Green. Brother of Larry, Wayne and Mary Ann Martin and Maxine Bovie. Also survived by 14 grandchildren, 1 great-grandson, a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A native of and resident of Reserve. Visitation and services were held Milesville Memorial Church of God in Christ in LaPlace on Friday, August 22, 2008. Interment in Antioch Cemetery in Paulina.
L'Observateur (La Place, LA) - Friday, August 22, 2008
Contributed by Jane Edson

LaQuanza "Q" Kazar Mason at the age 39 yrs. departed this earthly life and entered into eternal rest on Sunday April 8,2018 at Ochsner/Kenner Regional Hospital in Kenner, La. Beloved daughter of Elaine and Leon Mason Sr. of LaPlace, La. Loving mother of Calvin, Cardell and Jasmine. Sister of Lakeisha George (Cameron) and Leon Mason Jr. (Rosanna). Aunt of Leila, Sydney and Liam. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. A native of Montz, La. and a resident of LaPlace, La. LaQuanza spread her love from Baton Rouge to New Orleans, La. She was a graduate of Destrehan High School Class of 1997. She dedicated 13 yrs of service to Louisiana State Police as a dispatcher. LaQuanza is preceded in death by her grandparents Nelson and Theresa Thompson and Leroy Sr. and Carman Mason. Pastors, Officers and Members of Providence II Baptist Church of Montz, La., Friendship Missionary Baptist Church of Kenner, La. and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the home going celebration at Providence II Baptist Church 152 Union Lane of Montz, La. on Saturday April 14, 2018 at 11:00 am where the Host Pastor is Pastor Donald Brown Sr. Pastor Reginald Holmes of Friendship Missionary Baptist Church is officiating. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery of Paulina, La. Visitation will be at Providence II Baptist Church of Montz, La. from 9:00am until service time. Bardell's Mortuary of Mt. Airy, La. in charge. Information: 985-535-6837.
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GRAMERCY - Darrel A. Morris Sr., 23, a native and resident of Lutcher, died Dec. 5. He was the father of Jaya and Jai Lewis, DaRont'e Landry and Darrel Morris Jr. He was also the son of son of Darrel Johnson Sr. and Carolyn Morris and brother of Kevin Johnson, Annette Greenwood, Tammy Sylvan, Wendell Sutherland, Rose Jenkins, Grace Brooks and Catherine, Darrel Jr., Cornelius and Damon Morris. Services are today at noon at Golden Grove Baptist Church, Gramercy, with interment at Antioch Cemetery, Paulina. Visitation starts at 11 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 9, 2000

Leonard Morris - A native of Paulina and a resident of Lutcher. He passed away at St. James parish Hospital in Lutcher at 5:40 p.m., Friday, November 17, 2017. He was 76. Visiting at New Zion Christian Center in Gramercy, Saturday, November 25, 2017 from 9:30 a.m. until religious services at 11:00 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Emil D. Mitchell. Interment in Antioch Baptist Church Cemetery in Paulina. Survived by his wife, Maggie L. Johnson Morris. A daughter: Rhonda (Troy) Diggs. Three sons: Leonard (Sandra) Morris, Jr., and Rodney and Courtney Morris. A sister, Celestine Dunbar, 8 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren. Sisters-in-law: Leona Joseph, Carolyn Morris and Mary Louis Morris. Brothers-in-law: Frank Johnson and Melvin Jones; Aunt: Jersey (Allen) Henry. Uncle: Louis Russell, Sr., numerous nephews, cousins, nieces, including Brenda Scott, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his parents: Louis Morris, Sr. and Rosie Bourgeois Morris. A daughter, Karen Tobias. Brothers: Cornelious, Sr., Fred and Louis Morris, Jr. Aunt, Ida Russell and Uncle, Harry Bourgeois. BRAZIER-WATSON FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS. Visit us at www.brazierwatson.com to sign our guest book.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Wednesday, November 22, 2017
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Annette Nailer - A native of New Orleans and a resident of Donaldsonville, Annette Willis Nailer away on Tuesday, February 20, 2018. She was 81. Visiting at First Community Antioch Baptist Church, Highway 3125 in Lutcher on Monday, March 5, 2018 from 9:30 a.m. until religious services at 11:00 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Ferdinand Gaines, Jr. Interment in Antioch Cemetery in Paulina. Survived by two daughters: Cynthia Desilva and Desiree Nailer. A son, Wilford Nailer Jr. Her sister, Juanita Robateau. Her brother, James (Phyllis) Willis Jr. Her former husband, Wilford Nailer Sr. Nine grandchildren, including Keith and Terrence Nailer; eight great-grandchildren; Her aunt, Dorothy Fields. Her sister-in-law, Joyce Terro. Her extended family member, Roosevelt Swingleton; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her parents, James Willis Sr. and Ida Francis Willis. BRAZIER-WATSON FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS. Visit us at www.brazierwatson.com to sign our guest book.
Published in TheAdvocate.com from Mar. 1 to Mar. 5, 2018

Anna Mae Nash, a retired waitress, departed this life at Ochsner Hospital on Sunday, January 27, 2013 at age 71. A native of Convent, LA and resident of Westwego, LA. Longtime companion of Thomas Joseph Scott, Jr. Mother of Terry (Nichole) Nash, Claudette (Leonard) Austin, Marvette Harris and Herman Harris. Daughter of the late Alma Martin Nash and Albert Nash. Granddaughter of the late Dora and Freddie Johnson. Sister of the late Rose Mary Harris. Godmother of Audrey F. Williams and Tanganeal Ward. Also survived by 4 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. Relatives and friends of the family and employees of La Pavillion Hotel are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Friday, February 1, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at Davis Mortuary Service, Marrero, LA. Pastor Ricky Johnson, officiating. Visitation will begin at 8:30 a.m. until service time at the above named parlor. Interment, Antioch Cemetery, Paulina, LA.
Published in The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) from January 29 to January 30, 2013

Jarrian Nelson - A native and resident of Lutcher. He passed away at Leonard J. Chaubert Medical Center in Houma at 1:55 a.m., Saturday, March 10, 2018. He was 27. Visiting at St. Mark Baptist Church, 132 Marquez Street, Mt. Airy, Saturday, March 17, 2018 from 9:00 a.m. until religious services at 10:00 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Oscar Nelson, Sr. Interment in Antioch B.c. Cemetery in Paulina. Survived by his mother, Charlotte Bejoile (Joseph, Jr.) Butler. His father, Roland (Michelle) Duncan, Jr. His sisters: Allentrice Nelson, Autumn Butler and Nyla Pipper. His brother, Devon Nelson, Sr. His maternal grandparents, Rev. Alfred and Mary Turner Bejoile. His paternal grandparents, William and Barbara Bindon. His aunt, Trenell Bejoile and uncles, Courtney Duncan, Alphonse (D'Lana) Parker and Ferdy (Melanie) Patterson, numerous cousins, other relatives and friends. BRAZIER-WATSON FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS. Visit us at www.brazierwatson.com to sign our guest book.
Published in TheAdvocate.com from Mar. 15 to Mar. 17, 2018

Sterling Nicholas - A native of Convent and a resident of Lutcher. He passed away at Baton Rouge General Hospital in Baton Rouge at 6:45 p.m., Tuesday, February 4, 2020. He was 26. Visiting at True Light Worship Center, 1012 Orice Roth Road, Gonzales, LA on Wednesday, February 12, 2020, from 9:30 a.m. until Religious Services at 11:00 a.m. Only, conducted by Pastor Adrian Claiborne. Interment in St. James United Methodist Church Cemetery in Convent. Survived by his parents, Sterling Nicholas, Sr. and Angela Benn Nicholas. His sister, Jonee Nicholas (Dominique) Narcisse. Maternal grandmother, Ethel Mae Benn. Paternal Grandmother, Lillian Nicholas. His aunt and uncle, Willie Nell and Robert Banks, who reared him, numerous cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Robert Benn, Jr. His great-grandparents: Mr. & Mrs. Robert Benn, Sr., Mr. & Mrs. Clarence Nicholas, Sr. and Mr & Mrs. Cornelius Howard. His uncle, Michael Benn and cousin, Timothy Robert Benn, Jr. BRAZIER-WATSON FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS.
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Joyce Ann Stafford - Patterson went home to be with the Lord on September 4, 2016. Loving mother of Terrance Patterson, Sr. of Alabaster, AL., Toya Patterson Joseph (Jarrin) of Gramercy, LA., Ryan Gains of Houston, TX., Terrylan Patterson of Laplace, LA.; Sister of Marva Brooks, Elmira Shaw, Kathy Inuwa, Liegy Stafford of Gramercy, LA., Marcella Linton (Paul), Herman Stafford (Nicole) of Lutcher, LA. and the late Georgia Mae Coleman and George and Esterine Lee Stafford. Survived by 14 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Lutcher High School Class of 1972, employees of Veron Provision, Gramercy Elementary School, and Louisiana Sugar Refinery are invited to attend the home going celebration on Saturday, Sept 17, 2016 for 11:00 am at the First Community Antioch Baptist Church, 10860 Hwy 3125 Lutcher, LA, Rev. Ferdinand Gaines, Jr., Pastor. Visitation begins for 9:00 am. Interment Antioch Cemetery, Paulina, La. Her final care has been entrusted to Treasures of Life Center for Funeral Services. 315 E. Airline Hwy, Gramercy, LA 70052.
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GRAMERCY - Johnny Perkins Jr., a native and resident of Lutcher, died June 14. He was the husband of Beatrice Weber Perkins and father of Johnnie Mae Armont, Beatrice Mitchell, Alice Johnson and Jerry Sr. and George Perkins Sr. He was also the son of the late Johnny Sr. and Sophia Lorio Perkins and brother of the late Thelma, Fred Sr. and Victor Perkins Sr. He is also survived by 19 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. Services were June 18 at New Zion Full Gospel Baptist Church, Gramercy, with interment at Antioch Cemetery, Paulina.
L'Observateur (La Place, LA) - Wednesday, June 20, 2001
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Annie Peterson - A native and resident of Lutcher. She passed away at 2:24 p.m., Friday, September 27, 2019 at Ochsner Kenner Hospital in Kenner. She was 79. Visiting at St. Joe Baptist Church, Alexander Street, Lutcher, Saturday, October 5, 2019 from 12:00 Noon until Religious Services at 1:00 p.m. conducted by Bishop Clarence Williams, Sr. Interment in Antioch B.C. Cemetery, Paulina. La. Survived by Sisters: Dr. Bertha Williams, Felecia Smith, and Rosemary Albert. Brothers: Amos Lynn) Johnson, Jr., Larry (Tasha) Davis and Robert "Group" Davis. Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her mother: Albertha Davis. Her first husband, John Carr, Sr. and Second Husband, Jessie Peterson. Two brothers-in-law: Herbert Smith and Eldrin Albert. BRAZIER-WATSON FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS.
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Keith "Nickle Head" Rixner Sr. at the age of 48 yrs departed this earthly life on Sunday October 23,2016. Beloved son of the late Eunice and Godfrey Rixner Sr. Beloved Husband of Gevonia Rixner. Loving father of Keith Rixner Jr., Jamie Robinson, and Jonae Robinson. Grandfather of Djwanna Edward, Duanielle Edward and Dyan Edward. Brother of Michael (Lilac), Clyde (Mabel), Danny Ray (Angela), Kenneth Murray, Clay (Marba), Delton, Donald Rixner Sr., Claudia Williams (Late Husband Ralph), Lloyd, Anthony Ferdinand, and Alfred Bourgeois. Son-in-law of Judy Robinson and the late James Robinson Sr. Grand-son-in-law of Vivian Braxton. Brother-in-law of Garland, Gaylin and Gayle Robinson. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. Keith was preceded in death by his parents Eunice and Godfrey Rixner Sr.;siblings Godfrey Rixner Jr., Lionel Rixner, Michelle Warren, Clyde Ferdinand; Brothers-in-law Guazzarr and James Robinson Jr. and Ralph Williams. Pastors, Officers and Members of First Community Antioch Baptist Church of Lutcher, La., St. Matthew Baptist Church of Paulina, La., St. Mark Baptist Church of Mt. Airy, La. and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the home going celebration on Saturday October 29,2016 at 11:00am at the First Community Antioch Baptist Church 10860 Hwy. 3125 Lutcher, La. The Host Pastor is Pastor Ferdinand Gaines Jr.; Pastor Herman Clayton is officiating. Interment in Antioch Cemetery of Paulina, La. Visitation will be at First Community Antioch from 9:00am until service time. Bardell's Mortuary of Mt. Airy, La in charge.
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Ruby Lee Rixner at the age of 64 years departed this earthly life on Thursday August 21, 2015 at her residence in Lutcher, La. Loving mother of Clyde Rixner Jr., Shwanda Rixner, and Keshon Rixner. Sister of Joyce Knight, Lorraine Victor, Janet (Edward) Joseph, Linda (Clarence) Walter, Gloria Gross, Anissa Gross and Mitchell Gross. Grandmother of Kajuan Hill, Tyjuan Hill, Clyde Rixner III, Clydray Joseph, Shatira Rixner and Tevin Long. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. Ruby Lee was preceded in death by her parents Mitchell and Ethel Mae Bowser Gross, one sister Audrey Mae Michael, one brother Gregory Gross, three brother-in-laws, Nine uncles, and eight aunts. Relatives and Friends of the family also priest and parishioners of St. Joseph Catholic Church of Paulina, La and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the mass of christian burial on Friday August 28, 2015 at 2:00pm at St. Joseph Catholic Church 2130 Rectory St. Paulina, La Rev. Vincent Dafresne, Celebrant. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery of Paulina, La Visitation will be at the above name church from 1:00 pm until service time. Bardell's Mortuary of Mt. Airy, La in charge. Information: 985-535-6837.
Published in TheAdvocate.com from Aug. 26 to Aug. 27, 2015

Robertson, Annie Marcell - A native of Hester and a resident of Lutcher, she died at 7:35 a.m. Sunday, April 15, 2007, at her home. She was 88. Visiting at Mount Olive Baptist Church, Paulina, on Tuesday from 9:30 a.m. until religious service at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Elmo Lee. Interment in Antioch Cemetery in Paulina. She is survived by four daughters, Laddie Mason, Nettie Kirklin, Betty Griffin and Jeanette Benn; five sons, Lawrence Sr., Henry, Jackie, James and Eddie; three sisters, Geraldine Harris, Rosemary Long and Anna Lee Bourgeois; 35 grandchildren, 45 great-grandchildren, a great-great-grandchild; three sons-in-law, Fred Kirklin, Ronnie Griffin Sr. and Larry Benn; four daughters-in-law, Claudia, Elka, Devaka and Phyliss Robertson; and nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her parents, Felix Marcell Sr. and Luberta Cola Marcell; husband, Ernest Robertson Sr.; two sons, Ernest Robertson Jr. and Dave Robertson Sr.; sister, Lillie Clayton; three brothers, Felix, Fritz and Lawrence Marcell; son-in-law, Clarence Mason; and daughter-in-law, Idola Robertson. Brazier-Watson Funeral Home, Donaldsonville, is in charge of arrangements.
Published in The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) on 4/23/2007

Claudia Robertson - A native of Lutcher and a resident of New Orleans. She died in Metairie on Monday, Nov. 5, 2012. She was 61. Visiting at First Community Antioch B.C., Highway 3125, Lutcher, Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2012 from 9:30 a.m. until religious services at 11 a.m. Rev. Ferdinand Gaines, Jr., Pastor, Minister Lawrence Robertson, Jr., officiating. Interment in Antioch B.C., Cemetery, Paulina. Survived by husband, Lawrence Robertson, Sr.; three sons, Dwayne Robertson and wife, Rejean, Minister Lawrence Robertson, Jr., and Coey Robertson; four sisters, Octavia Bright and husband, Raymond, Lilly Francis and husband, Lynval, Jackie Michaels and Jennifer Thompson; six brothers, Lloyd Ricky Jackson, Robert Aubert and wife, Sharon, Tremille Aubert and wife, Natalie, Alvin Aubert and wife, Deanna, Gerald and Calvin Aubert; sisters-in-law, Phyllis, Elke and Devaka Robertson, Lattie Mason and Anita Aubert; and eight grandchildren, one great-grandchild, neices, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by parents, Louis Aubert, Sr. and Hazel Garrison Aubert; and brother, Louis Aubert, Jr. Brazier-Watson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Visit us at www.brazierwatson.com to sign guest book.
Published in The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) on 4/23/2007

Lovina Robinson - A native of Paulina and a resident of Lutcher. She died a faithful Jehovah 's Witness for over 50 years. She was 80. Survived by three daughters and their spouses; Yvonne and Raymond Joseph, Joan and Melvin Lewis, and Joycelyn and Freddie Howard. Nine sons and their spouses; Gary Scott, John, Leon, Wayne, Leo, III, Leo, Jr., and Hilda, James and Cynthia, Lloyd and Nicole, and Larry and Geraldine Robinson. Sisters; Elnora McGuffey, and Dorothy Thomas. Brothers; Manuel and Wilmer (Audrey) Bourgeois. Sisters in law, Delores Cola and Beatrice Bourgeois, 29 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends. Preceded in death by her parents, Isaac Bourgeois, Sr., and Edna McCormick Bourgeois. Her husband, Leo Robinson, Sr. Two sons; Ronnie Ennis and Kenneth Robinson. Three sisters; Edna Ennis, Eunice Rixner and Rosetta Jourdan. Two brothers; Samuel and Isaac Bourgeois, Jr., and a granddaughter, Leah Robinson.
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Ida Russell - Survived by her husband, Louis Russell, Sr. Two daughters: Elaine Dyer and Dianne and husband, Darryle Bolton. Sons: Harold Jones, Rev. Louis, Jr., and wife Velma Russell, Jerry Russell Vernon Russell and wife, Edna, Norman and wife Terri Russell. Sisters: Jersey (Allen, Sr.) Henry, and Shirley Fluence. Daughter in law, Oneata Jones, 30 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren, 4 great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, sisters and brothers in law, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by parents, Joseph Bourgeois and Elnora Price Bourgeois. Son, Larry Jones, Son in law, Harold Dyer, Daughter in law, Judy Jones and two Sisters: Velma Jones and Rosetta Dupart, Brother, Harry Bourgeois and Brother in law Elston Fluence.
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Margaret Russell - A native of Hester and a resident of Paulina. She passed away at her residence in a at 12:16 p.m., Monday, May 28, 2018. She was 85. Visiting at Evergreen Baptist Church, Highway 3125, Paulina, on Saturday, June 2, 2018, from 9:30 a.m. until religious services at 11:00 a.m. Only, conducted by the Rev. Nolan Albert. Interment in Antioch B.C. Cemetery in Paulina. Survived by two daughters: Claudia Ann Russell and Rosalind (Albert Jr.) Williams. Three sons: Carl Anthony Russell, Randolph Russell Sr. and Rev. Donald (Deborah) Russell Sr. Her sister: Alice Marcell. Fifteen grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, Sisters-in-law: Dorothy Kirklin, Doretha Russell and Lillie Russell. Brother-in-law: Louis Russell Sr.; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her parents: Fritz Marcell and Albertha Johnson Marcell. Her husband: Royal Russell Sr. Three sons: Royal Russell Jr., Danny Russell Sr. and Darron Russell. Three brothers: Freeman Marcell Sr., Farrell Charles Marcell and Bernard Marcell. BRAZIER-WATSON FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS. Visit us at www.brazierwatson.com to sign our guest book.
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Marion Russell - A native of Moonshine and resident of Gramercy. She died at Ochsner Kenner Hospital, at 11:41 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2013. She was 81. Visiting at Mt. Olive Baptist Church, Paulina, Friday, Nov. 15, 2013, from 9:30 a.m. until religious services at 11:00 a.m. conducted by the Rev. Oscar Nelson, Jr. Interment in Antioch B.C. cemetery in Paulina. Survived by four sons and their spouses, Ronald and Donna Russell, Ernest, III and companion, Alice, Mark and wife Carisa, and Lance Johnson and companion Shannon Johnson. Seven sisters and their spouses, Dorothy and Wilbert Williams, Rosemary Lucus, Geneva and Charles Crosby, Josephine and Benjamin Smith, Albertina and Lawrence Scott, Grace Ann and Andrew Howard and Diane Wilson. Her brother, Willie Lucus and wife Linda. Sisters in law, Dorothy Kirklin, Henrietta, Liilie Mae, Margaret and Bertha Russell. A brother-in-law, Louis Russell, Sr. Numerous grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her parents, Victor Bright and Louise Lucus and Richard Lucus, whom he reared. Two sisters, Hilda Dumas and Yvonne Lucus and two brothers, Horace and Richard Lucus, Jr. Sisters in law, Gloria Keller, Rose Dupard and Dorothy and Ida Russell, and brothers in law, Mack, Raymond and Royal Russell, Sr. Brazier-Watson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Visit us at www.brazierwatson.com to sign guestbook.
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Catherine Scott - A native of Paulina and a resident of Springdale, Arkansas, Catherine Scott passed away at her residence on Friday, February 15, 2019. She was 76. Visiting at King Solomon Baptist Church, North Courseault St., Lutcher, Monday, Feb. 25, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. until Religious Services at 10:00 a.m. conducted. by the Rev. Rowdy Scott Sr. Interment in Antioch Cemetery in Paulina. Survived by her daughters: Odeal Scott Bedford and her husband, Terrence and Erica (Mister) Chavis. Sons: Jason Scott and Christopher and Bernard Blunt. Her sister, Millie Parker. Her brother, Leonidas Joseph Jr., 14 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her husband, Elijah Scott Sr. Her parents: Leonidas Joseph Sr. and Millie Watkins Joseph, five sisters and four brothers. BRAZIER-WATSON FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS. Visit us at www.brazierwatson.com to sign our guest book.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Friday, February 22, 2019
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Ken Singleton - A native of Paulina and a resident of Marrero, he died in Marrero on Saturday, April 19, 2014. He was 44. Visiting at Mt. Olive Baptist Church, Paulina, Friday, April 25, 2014, from 9:30 a.m. until religious services at 11 a.m., conducted by the Rev. Oscar Nelson. Viewing only prior to the funeral services. Interment in Antioch B.C. Cemetery in Paulina. Survived by his mother, Dorothy Valry Thomas and his father, Robert Singleton Jr.; his companion, Lesha Gasper; five sisters, Conchota, Myoshi and L'Oreal Singleton, Regina S. Joseph and husband, Mark, and Melissa Vallery; two brothers, Robert O'Bryan Thomas and Tyrone Singleton; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, John and Mable Vallery and paternal grandparents, Zelina and Robert Singleton Sr. Brazier-Watson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Visit www.brazierwatson.com to sign the guestbook.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Wednesday, April 23, 2014
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Theresa Thompson - A native of Paulina and a resident of Convent. She passed away at 2:20 A.M., Wednesday, October 12, 2016 at her daughter's residence in LaPlace. She was 90. Visiting at Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Paulina, Saturday, October 22, 2016 from 9:30 A.M., until religious services at 11:00 A.M. ONLY, conducted by the Rev. Oscar Nelson, Sr. Interment in Antioch Cemetery in Paulina. Survived by two daughters: Elaine (Leon) Mason, Sr. and Eloise (Rev. Reginald) Holmes. Three Sons: Nelson,Jr. (Cynthia) Thompson, Gabriel (Kim) Thompson and Kenneth (Adrain) Thompson, 10 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her parents, Freddie Johnson and Dora Smith Johnson Her husband, Nelson Thompson, Sr. Sisters: Albertha Marcell, Aldonia Johnson, Estella Joseph and Alma Martin. Brothers: Arthur, Alfred, Frank, Theodore, and Rev. John Henry Johnson. BRAZIER-WATSON FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS. Visit us at www.brazierwatson.com to sign our guest book.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Thursday, October 20, 2016
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LUTCHER - Clemontine "Clem" "Big Mama" Turner Traveler, 88, a native and resident of Lutcher, died Dec. 14. She was the wife of the late John Traveler Jr., and mother of Mayola Beverly, Walter Sr. and Isaac Traveler, and the late Carolyn, Mary Lee and Pearly Traveler, and stepmother of the late Alvin Traveler. She was also the daughter of the late William and Lorena Russell Turner, and sister of Hazel Wallace, John Turner, and the late Ollie, Alvin and Ernest Turner. She is also survived by 11 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Services are today at 11 a.m. at King David Baptist Church, Lutcher, with interment at Antioch Cemetery, Paulina. Visitation starts at 9:30 a.m.
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Darnell Washington - Survived by his mother, Louise Miller Washington. His sister, Deidra (Michael) Tuircuit. Brothers: Leroy (Paulette) Washington, Jr., George, Jerry, Tyrone and Cedric Washington. Also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends. Preceded in death by his father, Leroy Washington, Sr. And his maternal and paternal grandparents.
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George James "Bolo" Washington, Jr., a native and resident of Lutcher. He passed away peacefully at his residence surrounded by his family at 7:27 p.m., Monday September 2, 2019. He was 86. Visiting at King David Baptist Church, King Avenue, Lutcher, Thursday, September 12, 2019 from 9:30 a.m. until Religious Services at 11:00 a.m.,conducted by the Rev. Ferdinand Wallace, Jr. Interment in Antioch Cemetery in Paulina. Survived by his wife, Burna Washington Washington. Daughters: Patricia (Roosevelt) Piper, Elaine Grimes, Jacquelyn and Glassy Washington, Chantell (Shawn, Sr.) Hall and Danielle (Carmelia) Garrett. His sons: Johnny (Dorothy) Grimes, Gregory Lane and Carl Cooper. His sister: Esther Johnson. Brothers: Alvin (Joyce) Washington, Ralph and Kent Washington. Sisters-in-law: Bridgett (Darnell) Williams and Kerri Ann Williams. Daughter-in-law: Monique Thomas; 40 grandchildren, 62 great-grandchildren, 15 great-great grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his parents: George Washington, Sr. and Louvenia Butler Washington. His son: Clint Thomas. His daughters: Janet Stevens and Enola Brown. Sisters: Geraldine Lawrence, Diane Washington and Audrey Wallace. A brother, Larry Washington. Father and mother-in-law, Robert and Delores Washington, Jr. and sisters and brothers-in-law. BRAZIER-WATSON FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANGEMENTS. Visit us at www.brazierwatson.com to sign our guest book
Published in TheAdvocate.com from Sept. 10 to Sept. 12, 2019