LUTCHER - Lydia Nelson Alexis, 87, a native of Mt. Airy and resident of LaPlace, died Aug. 20. She was the wife of the late Anthony Alexis Sr. and mother of Brenda Vinnett, Anthony Alexis Jr. and the late Mildred Daniel. She was the daughter of the late Estanio and Leana Nelson and sister of Marcel Nelson Sr. and the late Alberteen Burl, Justine Henderson, Louise Houston and Joseph, Sidney and Chester Nelson Sr. She is survived by four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Services were Aug. 26 at First Community Antioch Baptist Church, Lutcher, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lions.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; August 29, 2001

LAPLACE Daniel Lee Askin, 65, a native of Plaquemine and a resident of Reserve, died March 21. He was the husband of Gladys Collin Askin and father of Gerald Williams, Earl Smith, Ernest Davis, Anita James, Viola Davis, Valeria Bolden, Sheldon Davis, Pamela Perrilloux, Michael Davis, Annette Askin and the late Daniell Askin and Sheila Linton. He was the son of the late Willie and Viola Askin and the brother of Dorothy Bright, Irma Lee and Lillie Mae Mitchell. He was preceded in death by four brothers and one sister. He is also survived by 17 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren and was preceded in death by one great-grandchild. Services were Saturday at 11 a.m. at Church of God in Christ, LaPlace, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; March 29, 1999

Mt. AIRY - Otis "Rag" Bardell died Oct. 31. He was the husband of the late Ethel Bardell and father of Loraine Wells and Kerry and the late Ronald Bardell. He was the son of the late Eugene and Lugenia Bardell and brother of Marilyn Finney, Henry Bardell Sr. and the late Thelma Granderson, Ella Mae Alexis, Elsie Allen and Dallas Bardell Sr. He is also survived by three grandchildren. Services are today at 11 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Church, Mt. Airy, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lions. Visitation begins at 9 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; November 10, 2001

MT. AIRY - Hilda Belvin, 78, a native and resident of Mt. Airy, died July 1. She was the wife of the late Clarence Belvin Sr. and mother of Beverly Love, Deborah Charles, Carolyn Chapman, Ethel Stewart Della and Clarence Jr., Kenneth Sr., Ronald Sr., Norris Sr., Kerwin Sr., Calvin Sr. and the late Gretchen and Merle Belvin. She was also the daughter of the late Rev. J.J. Farlough Sr. and Sedonia Farlough and sister of Harding, Cleveland Sr., Eldridge, Harold Sr., Naylan, Warren, Joseph Farlough Jr. and the late Thelma Williams and Herman Farlough. She is also survived by 45 grandchildren and 50 great-grandchildren. Services were July 3 at St. John Baptist Church, Mt. Airy, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lions.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; July 4, 2001

Emile 'Sonny Boy' Bolden, Jr. departed this life on Wednesday, September 14, 2022. Son of the late Ethel Driver Bolden & Emile Bolden Sr., husband of the late Leander Cook, father of the late James Burl, Sister of August Bolden, Emelda Walker, the late Percy Sr, Perry Sr, Leroy Sr, Charles Sr, Norless Bolden, Georgina Brown, and Augustine Tuco. Emile is survived by a devoted niece Shantell Samuel, and a host of nieces, nephew's other relatives and friends. Funeral Service on Tuesday, September 20, 2022, at True Light B.C., 258 S. Little Hope St., Garyville, LA 70051 at 11am. Rev. Samuel Jones, III, pastor Officiating, visitation at 10:00am until service time. Interment in Zion Travelers Cemetery Reserve, LA. Professional Services entrusted to the Caring Staff of Hobson Brown Funeral Home, 134 Daisy St., Garyville, LA 70051, 985-535-2516.
Published in The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) on Sep. 19, 2022.

GARYVILLE - Adeline "Bird" Ross Borne, 80, a native of Hillaryville and resident of Garyville, died July 7. She was the wife of the late Isidore "Boo" Borne, mother of Sarah Morris, Roy Baloney and Ernest Green and stepmother of Marie Turner and Michael, Marlo and Myron Borne. She was also the daughter of the late James Oliver Sr. and Sarah Braxton and sister of Josephine LaBranche, Walsh Batiste and the late George Braxton and Freddie and James Oliver Jr. She is also survived by several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Services were July 13 at True Light Baptist Church, Garyville, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lions.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; July 14, 2001

Byron Brown passed away on Tuesday March 8, 2022, Son of the Late Ellis McGee, and Patricia Ann Brown Perrilloux. Husband of Latricia J. Brown, Father of kiera Brown, Stepfather of Jovan and Takaya Johnson, Craig, and Cyron Lee, and Lorell Martin. Brother of Paula Jackson, Valinteen Clayborne, Lizelle Bradley, Marilyn Morris, Henry Ann, Ingrid, Magary, Gerald, Orlando, Michael, and William Brown. Byron is also survived by 2 grandchildren, 11 step grandchildren, 1 great grandchild and a host nieces, nephew, other relatives, and friends. Funeral Service will be on Friday, March 25, 2022, at 11:00am at Milesville Memorial Church of God in Christ 129 Apple St. LaPlace, La 70068. Bishop Ronald Frank Officiating. Viewing will be held from 9am until service time. Interment in Zion Travelers cemetery, Reserve, La 70084. Due to CDC (Covid-19) restrictions seating may be limited, Mask is required. Professional Services entrusted to the Caring Staff of Hobson Brown Funeral Home, 134 Daisy St., Garyville, La 70051, 985-535-2516.
Published in The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) from Mar. 23 to Mar. 25, 2022.

Clarence (Papa Tom) Brown Sr., a native and resident of Garyville, La., On Sunday, February 13, 2022, peacefully departed this earthly life and entered into eternal rest at Ochsner Medical Center Kenner, La. at the age of 86. Son the late Stella Evans and Victor Rayfield, Sr., husband of the late Josie Bell Brown, father of Arnold Brown and the late Clarence (Chut) Brown, Jr. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force. Clarence is survived by his son Arnold Brown, brother Huey P. Fleming, Sr., grand-daughter Ashley Brown, four great grandchildren, Jamir & Jas Brown, Kejuan Hart & Antoine Goodings, step grand-son John Sandolph, devoted in-laws, Harold Sr. (Gloria) Williams, Leroy Jr. (Terry) Williams, Brenda Lee, Cheryl Moss & Rose (Anthony) Johnson. Devoted nephew, Louis Marshall, Jr., devoted nieces, Donna Jackson & Linda (Rev. Kevin) Fredericks, devoted cousins Lonnie (Rowena) Brown & Priscilla (Charles) James, devoted Godchild, Chantel (Emmanuel Sr.) Cook, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and Friends. Funeral Services will be Monday, February 21, 2022, at 11:00 am. Viewing at 9:00 until service time at Greater New Mt. Zion B.C. 105 Historic East St. Garyville, La. Dr. Rev. Wesley Anderson, Jr., Officiating. Interment in Zion Travelers cemetery Reserve, La. Due to cdc (covid19) restrictions seating may be limited, mask and social distancing are required. Professional Services entrusted to the Caring Staff of Hobson Brown Funeral Home, 134 Daisy St., Garyville, La 70051, 985-535-2516.
Published in The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) from Feb. 19 to Feb. 21, 2022.

GARYVILLE - Eva Williams Brown, 72, a native of St. James and resident of Garyville for 60 years, died May 27. She was the wife of Blanche Brown and mother of Evelyn, LeEthel, Loretta, Evella, Branches, James, Michael and Ike Brown. She was also the sister of Mary Conner, Martha Meggs, Victoria Williams, Alberta and Lee Ethel Johnson and James and Junius Williams. She is also survived by 31 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Services are today at 11 a.m. at True Light Baptist Church, Garyville, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lions.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; June 1, 2002

Reverend Harold L. Brown peacefully passed away on Saturday, October 17, 2020. Son of the late Edward and Geneva Brown, husband of the late Yvonne Ellis Brown, father of Harold Jr, Charlene, Kenneth Sr., (Yolanda), Shawn, Tremaine Brown Sr., and the late minister Avis Brown, brother of Rosalie Lennix, Beatrice Hall, Adam Leroy Shelton, Lilton, Edward Brown Jr, and the late Earl Brown. Harold is also survived by 20 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Age 84. Funeral Service on Saturday, October 24, 2020 at Greater New Mt. Zion B.C., Historic East St., Garyville, La at 11:00 a.m., Reverend Wesley Anderson, Jr., Pastor. Visitation at 9 a.m. until service time. Interment in Zion Travelers Cemetery. Due to CDC (Covid 19) restrictions, seating is limited. Masks and social distancing are required. Professional services entrusted to the caring staff of Hobson Brown Funeral Home, 134 Daisy St., Garyville, La. 70051, 985-535-2516.
Published in The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) from Oct. 22 to Oct. 24, 2020.

GARYVILLE - Alan "PT" Burl Sr., 44, a native and resident of Garyville, died Dec. 25. He was the father of Roneika Butler and Alan Jr. and Ewlynn Burl. He was also the son of Albert Burl Sr. and the late Lizzie Mae Brown Burl and brother of Linda Johnson, Lilac Rixner, Rainere London, Cherry Frank, Albert Burl and the late Mona Lisa Smith and Regina Burl. He is also survived by two grandchildren. Services were Dec. 29 at Greater New Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Garyville, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lions.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 30, 2000

Albert ""PaPa"" ""Teddy"" Burl, Jr., age 68 departed this life on Saturday, October 22, 2022 at Ochsner Hospital. He was the son of the late Albert ""Red Bill"" Burl and Lizzie Mae Brown Burl. He was the father of Albert ""Ali"", Abdul, Akeem Burl and Chanda Snyder. Brother of Linda Burl Johnson, Lilac Burl Rixner, Rainere Burl London, Cherry Burl Frank, and the late Mona Lisa Burl Smith, Alan ""PT"" Burl Sr., and Regina Ann Burl. He is survived by 7 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, 2 daughters-in-law, Kyroneka and Dr. Talawanga Burl, 1 uncle, Huey P. Fleming Sr., nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Visitation at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, October 28, 2022 at Hobson Brown Funeral Home, 134 Daisy St., Garyville, LA 70051 and Homegoing Celebration will be held on Saturday, October 29, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. visitation at 9:00 a.m. at Bethlehem B.C., 147 E. 20th Street, Reserve, LA 70084. Rev. Forell Bering, host Pastor. Bishop Ronald Frank, officiant. Interment in Zion Travelers Cemetery in Reserve, LA. Arrangements by the caring staff of Hobson Brown Funeral Home in Garyville, Louisiana, 985-535-2516.
Published in The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) on Oct. 28, 2022.

RESERVE - Vernon "Vinnett" Cambre Sr., 67, a native and resident of Reserve, died Nov. 4. He was the husband of Mary Ann Anderson Cambre, father of the late Vernon Cambre Jr. and stepfather of Alvin Washington and Anissa Brooks. He was the son of Ethel Tony and the late Herbert Cambre Sr. and brother of Mary Mack, Melanie Muse, Carol Foucher and Edward, Tony, Herbert Jr. and the late Mary Mae Cambre. He is survived by one grandchild. Services are today at 11 a.m. at Beech Grove Baptist Church, Reserve, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Reserve. Visitation begins at 9 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; November 10, 2001

GARYVILLE - Harry Carter, 61, a native of White Castle, former resident of Reserve and a resident of New Orleans, died Nov. 30. He was the father of Freida Fluence and the late Andrew Carter. He was also the son of Celia Carter and the late Joseph Carter Sr. and brother of Ethel Robertson, Patricia Jackson, James Carter and the late Theresa Coxie and Joseph Carter Jr. He is also survived by four grandchildren. Services were held Dec. 6 in the chapel of Earl Baloney & Sons Funeral Home, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lions.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 8, 1999

Angela Marie Peal Chatman went home to God on Wednesday January 6, 2021 at Age 61. Daughter of the late Essie and Harry Peal, Angela graduated from Leon Godchaux High School in 1979. Mother of Yenitra Peal and Whitnee Chatman, grandmother of Alijah Chatman a.k.a. (papa), and a very devoted niece whom she reared as her own Yavonne Peal, Sister of Jennifer (Edward) Clark, Harry, Jr. (Darline) Peal, Michael, Donald, Harry Williams (Latress), Kawanee (Nathaniel) Jones and the late John and Edmond Peal. Angela is also survived by a host of family and friends. Celebration Service will take place on Saturday, January 16, 2021 at 11:00a.m. At Providence B.C, 17294 Hwy 44 Montz, La. Visitation on Friday January 15, 2021 from 4-6 at Hobson Brown Funeral Home (Only) Rev. Reginald King, Officiant. Interment in Zion Travelers cemetery, Reserve, LA. Due to CDC (Covid-19) restrictions seating is limited, mask and social distancing are required. Professional Services entrusted to the Caring Staff of Hobson Brown Funeral Home, 134 Daisy St., Garyville, La 70051, 985-535-2516.
Published in The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) from Jan. 14 to Jan. 15, 2021.

GARYVILLE - Gregory "Wheel" Clark Sr., 45, a native and resident of Garyville, died July 23. He was the husband of Deborah Pidgeon Clark and father of Gregory Jr. and Brandon Clark. He was also the son of Earl Clark Sr. and the late Annie Penn Clark and brother of Earl Jr., Edward, Wilfred, Johnny, Barry and Rosalie Clark. He is also survived by two grandchildren. Services are today at 11 a.m. at True Light Baptist Church, Garyville, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lions. Visitation starts at 9 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; July 28, 1999

GARYVILLE - Kevin "Tee-Wee" Clofer, 44, a native and resident of Garyville, died June 23. He was the father of Kodi Clofer and stepfather of Daryanda Washington. He was also the son of Betty Clofer Love and brother of Melanie Love. He was also the grandchild of Corrine Clofer and the late Algernon Clofer. Services were June 29 at Israelite Baptist Church, Lutcher, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lions.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; June 30, 2001

MONTZ - Willie "Dunk" Coleman, 61, a resident of LaPlace, died Aug. 18. He was the husband of Ruth T. Coleman and father of Anastasia Bourgeois, Chad and Ronaldo Coleman and stepfather of Robert and Neesa White. He was the son of the late Henry Sr. and Eliza Coleman and brother of Carrie Donsereaux, Mary Lee Williams, Joyce Brown, Janet Dixon, Rubie Dodson and the late Henry Coleman Jr. He is survived by two grandchildren and five step-grandchildren. Services are today at noon at Providence Baptist Church No. 2, Montz, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lions. Visitation starts at 10 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; August 25, 2001

LAPLACE - The Rev. Junius L. Cureaux, 85, a native and resident of Lions, died March 22. He was the son of the late George and Odile Watkins Cureaux and adopted father of Eugene Cureaux. He is also survived by two grandchildren. Wake services are today at 8 p.m. at Mt. Nebo Baptist Church, LaPlace, funeral services are March 29 at 11 a.m. and interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lions. Visitation is today from 6 to 8 p.m. at the church and 4-5 p.m. at Hobson-Brown Funeral Home.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; March 28 & 30, 2001

Michael Davis Sr., lovingly called "Big Mike" by his family and "Truck" by his community passed away on Monday, May 16, 2022. Father of Michelle, Michael, Jr., Darnell, Dana, Sr., Terrome, Kerionda, Demark Davis and Michael Sanders. Brother of Elaine White, Shelika Poole, Joyce Cambers, Ricky and Sam Davis. He is also survived by his grandchildren, great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Michael was preceded in death by his parents Rose Mary Stewart Davis and Sam Davis Sr., brothers Charles Sr., and Harry Davis and his grandson Tajh Michael Thomas. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Homegoing Celebration on Saturday May 28, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at Milesville Memorial Church of God in Christ 129 Apple St. Laplace, LA, Bishop Ronald Frank Officiating, Visitation at 8:00 a.m. until service time. Interment in Zion Travelers Cemetery in Reserve, La. Professional Services entrusted to the Caring Staff of Hobson Brown Funeral Home. 134 Daisy St. Garyville, La 70051. 985-535-2516.
Published in The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) from May 26 to May 28, 2022.

RESERVE - Nel Rita Louise Marcel "Nell" Dennis, 36, a native and resident of Reserve, died Jan. 14. She was the mother of Jeremy and Aston Fleming. She was the daughter of the late Clarence "Texas" and Vivian Linton Dennis. She is also survived by five grandchildren. Services were Jan. 22 at New Pilgrim Baptist Church, Reserve, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lions.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; Tuesday, January 28, 2003

Katie Mae Dixon departed this life on Friday, September 2, 2022. Daughter of the late Simon and Martha Dixon. Mother of Shantrell, Renell, Raynell, and Tramon Dixon. Sister of Warren Dixon, Carolyn Isom, and the late Ernestine D. Robinson. Katie is survived by 8 grandchildren other relatives and friends. Funeral Service on Tuesday, September 13, 2022, at St. Mark B.C., 132 Marques St. Mt. Airy, La 70076 at 10am. Rev. Oscar Nelson Officiating, visitation at 9:00am until service time. Only. Interment in Zion Travelers Cemetery Reserve, LA. Professional Services entrusted to the Caring Staff of Hobson Brown Funeral Home, 134 Daisy St., Garyville, La 70051, 985-535-2516.
Published in The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) on Sep. 12, 2022.

LIONS Donald Ray "Duck" Doss, 46, a native of Reserve, died Jan. 16. He was the father of Lavintia Doss, Aurille Duhe and Kristy, Donna, Dominique, Tiranika, Donald and Ronald Weber. He was also the son of Joe Doss Sr. and Everlena Melancon, step-son of Cora Doss and the late Armand Melancon and brother of Stella White, Evelyn Basile, Mercedes Thomas, Elouise Eugene, Calvin, Joe Jr. and Orlando Doss, Kenneth Melancon and the late John Doss Sr. He is also survived by three grandchildren. Services are today at noon at Zion Travelers Baptist Church, Reserve, with interment at the church cemetery. Visitation begins at 10 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; January 22, 2000

RESERVE Emelda Riley Edwards, 86, a resident of Reserve, died June 24. She was the wife by first marriage of the late Clement Gibson Sr. and by second marriage of the late James Edwards Sr., mother of Annabelle G.Dunn and the late Clement Gibson Jr. and step-mother of the late Annie Mae and James Edwards Jr. She was also the daughter of the late Ella Shiloh Brown Marvigne and Adam Riley and sister and step-sister of the late Elliot Riley and Burdell Riley. She is also survived by 17 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Services are today at 10 a.m. at Zion Travelers Baptist Church, Reserve, with interment at the church cemetery.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; June 30, 1999

A retired boiler room operator and a resident and native of Convent, he died at 11:55 p.m. Tuesday, March 26, 2002, at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center, Baton Rouge. He was 78 and a U.S. Navy veteran. Visiting at Zion Travelers Baptist Church, Convent, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday. Religious services at the church at 11 a.m. Saturday, conducted by the Rev. Ronald Coleman. Interment in church cemetery. Survived by wife, Ollie Hamilton; four daughters, Louise Howard and husband Raymond, Brenda Wenzy, Doris Ealey and Helen Hamilton; five sons, Johnny Hamilton and wife Gloria, Brooks, Joseph, Earl and Allen Hamilton; two brothers, Theodore and Edward Ester; 23 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by parents, three sisters, a brother and a grandson. Lawson-Rollins Purple Shield Funeral Home, Gonzales, in charge of arrangements.
Advocate, The (Baton Rouge, LA) - Friday, March 29, 2002

LIONS - Barbara Tyler Fenderson, 57, a native of Reserve and resident of LaPlace, died Aug. 26. She was the wife of Charlie Fenderson. She is also survived by sisters and brothers. Services were Aug. 31 at Zion Travelers Baptist Church, Lions, with interment at the church cemetery, Lions.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; September 1, 2004

Gloria Mae Gardner passed away peacefully on Thursday October 21, 2021 at the age of 77. Daughter of the late Charlis and Rosetta Gardner. Sister of Laura Cook and Elizabeth Robertson. Gloria is survived by a devoted brother-in-law Alex Cook, Sr. and a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, November 06, 2021 at 12:00noon at Providence #2 B.C., 17294 River Road Montz, La. Visitation from 11am until service time. Interment St. Zion Travelers Cemetery, Reserve. LA. Due to CDC (Covid19) restrictions seating may be limited, mask and social distancing are required. Professional Services entrusted to the Caring Staff of Hobson Brown Funeral Home 134 Daisy St., Garyville, La 70051. 985-535-2516.
Published in The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) from Nov. 4 to Nov. 6, 2021.

RESERVE Lovey Mary George, 88, a native of Madison County, Miss., and resident of Reserve for 10 years, died Jan. 13. She was the mother of Harry Peal and step-mother of Ester Smith and Sylvester George. She was also the sister of Anabelle Brown, Pinkie Stevenson, Oralee Johnson, Elnora Jackson, L.V. Bailey and William Foote. She is also survived by 19 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Services are today at 11 a.m. at Greater New Plymouth Rock Baptist Church, Reserve, with interment at Zion Traveler's Cemetery, Lions. Visitation starts at 10 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; January 22, 2000

Richard L. (Stanky) Grover, Jr., transitioned on Wednesday August 28, 2019, Age 50. Son of Richard Grover Sr and the late Shirley Taylor Grover, Stepson of Annie Mae Grover, Father of Myesha Martin and Imani Grover, Brother of Shanedolyn and Lamar Grover Sr. Richard is also survived by 3 grandchildren and one devoted grand dog Rex Grover, and a host of aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. Celebration Service will be held on Saturday, September 7, 2019 at Milesville Memorial C.O.G.I.C., 129 Apple St., Laplace, La. at 11:00 am, Bishop Ronald Frank, Officiating. Interment: Zion Travelers Cemetery, Reserve, La. DaVita River Parishes Dialysis Center, Guardian Hospice and Ochsner medical center - Kenner are invited to attend. Professional Services entrusted to the caring staff of Hobson Brown Funeral Home, 134 Daisy St., Garyville, La 70051. 985-535-2516
Published in The Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA on Sept. 6, 2019

GARYVILLE - Berthella Hester, 78, a native of Garyville and resident of Independence for 13 years, died Oct. 18. She was the wife of Charles Hester and mother of Sam Davis Jr. She was also the daughter of the late Eugene and Cornelia Duhe and sister of Virginia Sarah, Lorraine Weber, Cecelia Randolph, Ollie Mae Sanifer, Rose Lee Johnson, Joseph Duhe and the late Oscar Bardell and Clarence, Henry and Ellis Duhe. She is also survived by six grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Services are today at 11 a.m. at True Light Baptist Church, Garyville, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lions. Visitation starts at 10 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; October 27, 2001

Allan Holland Jr. departed this earthly life on Tuesday, September 21, 2021. Son of the late Allan Holland, Sr, and Rose Mary Bolden. Father of the late Jamirah and Jeremiah Williams, Brother of Sara Holland and Vivianna Washington, Caregiver of Tanquia and Anthony Bottman, Allan is survived by a host of other relatives, cousins and friends. Graveside Service will be held on Wednesday, September 29, 2021 at 10:00am at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Reserve, LA 70084, Bishop Ronald Frank, Officiating. Due to CDC (Covid19) restrictions seating may be limited, mask and social distancing are required. Professional Services entrusted to the Caring Staff of Hobson Brown Funeral Home, 134 Daisy St., Garyville, La 70051, (985) 535-2516.
Published in The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) from Sep. 27 to Sep. 29, 2021.

Irma Mae Coleman Honor departed this Earthly life and entered into eternal rest on September 26, 2019. She was born on December 31, 1948 to the late Wilbert and Louise Lee Coleman. Wife of the late Preston Honor Sr. She is survived by her 2 daughters; Crystal Honor and Cynthia Shaw; 5 sons; Gregory Morris, Timothy (Linda) Coleman, Patrick Coleman, Nicholas Coleman, and Preston Honor. 1 brother; Robert (Eunice) Anthony; 2 godchildren, Eileen Washington and Sarah Louise Fobb and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, Wilbert and Louise Lee Coleman; stepfather, Wilfred Lee; husband, Preston Honor Sr.; son Jeffrey Coleman; and one sister Carolyn Jean Baptiste. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, October 15, 2019 at Bardell's Mortuary 3856 Hwy 44, Mt. Airy, LA 70076 at 11 a.m. Interment in Zion Travelers, Reserve, LA. Bardell's Mortuary entrusted with her final care. (985)535-6837.
Published in The Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA on Oct. 15, 2019

MT. AIRY - Carolyn "Cat" Hutchinson, a resident of LaPlace, died Nov. 8. She was the wife of Richard Hutchinson and mother of Quina Johnson and Terrell, Roland, Catina, Jermain, Tryneisha, Dwayne, Kovonda and Eosha Williams. She was the daughter of Albertha Williams and the late Alexander Williams and is survived by six sisters and six brothers. She is survived by 15 grandchildren. Services were Nov. 15 at St. Mark Baptist Church, Mt. Airy, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lions.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; November 17, 2001

RESERVE - Geron "Cutt" James, 16, a native of Reserve and resident of LaPlace, died Dec. 21. He was the son of Ernest Jr. and Sylvia Bright-James and brother of Garrett and Garland James. He was also the grandchild of Gertrude Bright and the late Ernest James Sr., Frank Jr. and Alma Linton and Victor Sr. and Dorothy Bright. Services are today at 11 a.m. at Greater New Plymouth Rock Baptist Church, Reserve, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lions. Visitation starts at 9 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 30, 2000

Curtis Isaac "Blow" Johnson, Sr., at the age of 35, departed this earthly life on Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge, La. Son of Veronica and Norman Johnson Preston, Sr. father of Jacquell, Cordez, Ja'ceon, Curtis Johnson Jr., Claudtaya and Janeicia Brown. Stepfather of Ta'Jha, Ta'Von, Siniaja, Sinclair and Ca'Mari Ezidore's. Devoted fiancé of Tameka Ezidore. Curtis is also survived by a host of aunts, uncles other relatives and friends. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, May 29, 2021 at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 144 Little Hope St., Garyville, La. at 10 am, Pastor Kent Fredericks officiating. Visitation will be Friday May 28, 2021 at Hobson-Brown Funeral Home, 134 Daisy St., Garyville, La. from 4 pm-6 pm and Saturday at the church from 8 am-10 am only. Burial will follow at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lyons, and La. Due to CDC (COVID-19) restrictions, seating is limited. Masks and social distancing are required. Professional services entrusted to the caring staff of Hobson Brown Funeral Home, 134 Daisy St., Garyville, La. 70051, 985-535-2516.
Published in The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) on May 27, 2021.

MT. AIRY - Florida "Flu" Rogers Johnson, 81, a native of Mt. Airy and resident of New Orleans, died July 2. She was the wife of the late Mitchell Johnson,and mother of Edna Eugene. She was also the daughter of the late Philip Sr. and Gertrude Duhe Rogers and sister of Evelyn Delone, Shirley Ross and Alvin Jones Sr., Phillip Jr. and Willie Rogers Sr. Services are today at noon at St. Mark Baptist Church, Mt. Airy, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lions. Visitation begins at 8:30 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, Louisiana; July 8, 2000

Joyce L. Johnson departed this life on Monday, June 14, 2021. Daughter of the late James and Mable Jackson, Sr. Mother of Clyde (Shonda) Richards, Jr., Catina (Robert) Ferrygood, Thaddeus (Joann) and Tjaden Jackson, and Ashley Johnson. Sister of Donald Jackson. Joyce is survived by her grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, June 29, 2021 at Milesville Memorial Church of God in Christ, Bishop Ronald Frank Pastor, 129 St LaPlace, LA 70068 at 11:00am. Elder Elmo Perrilloux of Greater New Plymouth Rock Baptist Church Officiating, David B. Carter Pastor. Visitation will at Milesville Memorial C.O.G.I.C from 9:00am until service time. Interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery Lyons, LA. Due to CDC (Covid-19) restrictions seating may be limited, mask and social distancing are required. Professional Services entrusted to the Caring Staff of Hobson Brown Funeral Home, 134 Daisy St., Garyville, La 70051, 985-535-2516.
Published in The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) from Jun. 27 to Jun. 29, 2021.

NEW ORLEANS - Junius Johnson, 82, a native and resident of Reserve, died Nov. 26. He was the son of the late Percy and Clara Ratta Johnson and brother of Alberta and Jule Johnson. Services were Dec. 7 at Second Nazareth Baptist Church, New Orleans, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lions.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 8, 2001

Veronica "Boowee" Johnson departed this life on Sunday, October 26, 2021. Daughter of the late Shirley and Lawrence Taylor, Sr. Wife of Norman Johnson, Sr. Mother of Norman (Priscilla) Johnson, Jr., and the late Curtis Jonson, Sr. Sister of Geraldine Williams, Flora Taylor, Earline Cook, Walterine Breaux, Lawrence (Ezetta) Taylor, Jr., and the late Shirley Grover, Paulette, Barbara Jean, Irene and Michael Taylor. She is survived by a host of grandchildren, other relatives, and friends. Celebration service will be held on Saturday, October 9, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. at Mt Zion Baptist Church #1, 144 S Little Hope St Garyville, LA 70051. Rev. Kent B. Fredricks Pastor/Officiant. Viewing at 8:00 a.m. until service time. Interment Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lyons, LA. Due To CDC (Covid19) Restrictions Seating Is Limited. Mask And Social Distancing Are Required. Professional Services entrusted to the Caring Staff of Hobson Brown Funeral Home, 134 Daisy St., Garyville, LA 70051. 985-535-2516.
Published in The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) from Oct. 7 to Oct. 10, 2021.

LAPLACE - Willie Johnson Sr., 86, a native of Garyville and resident of LaPlace for two years, died Jan. 7. He was the husband of the late Albertha Williams Johnson and father of Delores Tanner, Mary Ellen Phillips, Albertha Vickers, Marion Mixon, Beverly Mixon and Dovie, Willie Jr. and Karl Johnson. He was also the son of the late Junius and Josephine Johnson. He is also survived by 34 grandchildren, 65 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren. He was retired from Godchaux-Henderson Sugar Refinery. Services are today at 2 p.m. at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, LaPlace, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lions. Visitation starts at 11:30 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; January 14, 2000

Minister Doris B. Jones heard the voice of the master saying, "well done, my good and faithful servant' who transitioned on Sunday, July 17, 2022, at Ochsner Rehabilitation in Metairie, LA., Daughter of the late Irma Powell and Arthur Brown Sr. Wife of the late Bernard Jones. Mother of Tristram T-Man (Tanya) Brown, Arielle Jones, and her stepdaughter Kendra Jones. Doris is survived by her 6 grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild, 1 brother and 5 sisters, 1 aunt, 1 uncle and a host of nieces, nephews, brothers in laws, sisters in laws, other relatives, and friends. Age 70. Pastor, officers and members of Greater New Plymouth Rock B.C. and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the home going service at the above named church 110 NW 13th St. Reserve, LA on Saturday, July 30, 2022, at 11:00 am. Reverend Elmo Perrilloux, Pastor, Officiating. Visitation on Friday, July 29, 2022, at the Church from 6pm-8pm and on Saturday from 9am until service time (Only). Interment in Zion Travelers Reserve, LA. Professional Service are entrusted to Hobson Brown Funeral Home, 134 Daisy St. Garyville, LA., 985-535-2516.
Published in The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) from Jul. 28 to Jul. 29, 2022.

Sallie Ann Myles Joseph departed this earth on Thanksgiving Day, November 22, 2012. She was 90 years old and born in Woodville, Mississippi to the late Monroe and Sophie Brown Myles. She was married to the late Etienne Joseph, Sr. Sallie is survived by three daughters, Emma J. Gomez (Irvin), Sallie J. Lightell (Gaylen), and Joann J. Byers (Levi), ; three sons, Edgar Joseph (Linda), Etienne Joseph, Jr. (Gwendolyn), and Michael Joseph (Lisa), ; 38 grandchildren, 91 great-grandchildren, 18 great-great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relative, and friends. Sallie was preceded in death by one son, Alfred (Billy) Joseph and five siblings, Irene, Henry, John, Janie, and Alberta. Services will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, December 1, 2012 at Mount Zion Baptist Church #1, 144 Little Hope Street, Garyville, LA. Visitation begins at 10:00am. Rev. Kent B. Frederick, Officiating Pastor. Interment in Zion Travelers Cemetery in Reserve, LA. Professional Arrangements entrusted to Majestic Mortuary (504)523-5872.
Published in The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) from Nov. 28 to Nov. 30, 2012.

RESERVE - Beulah Mae King, 77, a native of Reserve and resident of Garyville, died Feb. 27. She was the mother of Katherine Foster, Johnnie Taylor, Thomas Foster III and Edward, Manuel, Larry, David and the late Thelia Mae King. She was also the daughter of the late Sam and Thelia Taylor and sister of Leola Joseph. She is also survived by a host of grandchildren. Services are today at 11 a.m. at Greater New Plymouth Baptist Church, Reserve, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lions. Visitation starts at 10 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; March 3, 2001

GARYVILLE - Henry B. "Pat" Knight, 78, a native of Wagner, Miss., and resident of Garyville and Reserve, died Dec. 21. He was the son of the late Ben and Alice Knight. He was also the uncle of Rebecca Davis, Rosalie Clark, Booth Knight and Joseph, Willie Mae, Elnora, the Rev. James, Leon, Annette and Virginia Davis. Services are today at 11 a.m. at New Hopeful Baptist Church, Garyville, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lions. Visitation starts at 10 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 30, 2000

MT. AIRY Jonai Amaricle Knight, 17 months, a resident of Mt. Airy, died Sept. 28. She was the daughter of Joseph and Tiffany Ingram Knight and sister of Janta Jamaal and Joseph Knight Jr. She was also the granddaughter of Beverly Knight, Geanie Ingram, Frank Ingram, Paul Hill and the late Joseph Reynaud. She was also the great-granddaughter of Caroline Ingram, Josephine Hill, Claude Knight Sr. and the late Delores Knight, Leola Coleman and Irvin Reynaud. Services were held Oct. 2 at St. Mark Baptist Church, Mt. Airy, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lions.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; October 6, 1999

Birdell K. LaBiche, age 52, passed on Friday, March 9, 2012 in Baton Rouge, La. Daughter of Yvonne Keyes and the late John Keyes. Wife of Clarence LaBiche, Jr. Mother of Brandy and Raven LaBiche and the late Jarvis LaBiche. Sister of John Keyes III, and Joyce Brown. Also survived by sisters- and brothers-in-law, aunts, uncles, a host of nieces, nephews, other relative and friends. Services will be held on Thursday, March 15, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at Mt. Zion #1 B.C., 144 Little Hope St., Garyville, La. Rev. Kent Fredrick, Officiating. All neighboring churches, employees of St. John A.R.C., of St. Charles and St. John Parish Library are invited to attend the Funeral Services. Interment in Zion Travelers Cemetery, Reserve, La., Visitation from 10:00-11:00 a.m. at the church. Service Entrusted to Hobson Brown Funeral Home 134 Daisy St. Garyville, La., 70051 (985) 535-2516.
Published in The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) from Mar. 13 to Mar. 14, 2012.

Clarence J. LaBiche, Jr. of Garyville, LA Age 68 years old, departed this earthly life on October 26, 2022. Clarence, affectionately known as "June" and "Lob" was the Husband of Late Birdell Keyes LaBiche. Father of his beloved daughters, Brandy LaBiche Barnes, Raven LaBiche, and the late Jarvis Jay LaBiche, grandfather of Sarai and K.J. Barnes. Brothers of Madeline LaBiche Carter, Sadie LaBiche Bradford, and Don Ray LaBiche (Faye), Brother and sister-in-law John (Cheryl) Keyes, III. Also, a host of nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles, cousins, and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Viewing and services will be held on November 7, 2022, at St. Hubert Roman Catholic Church in Garyville, LA 176 Anthony St. Hubert Street in Garyville, La 70051 viewing will begin at 9am to10am, funeral mass will take place at 10. Interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Repast at ST. Hubert Catholic Church Hall. Arrangements have been coordinated by the Caring Staff of Hobson Brown Funeral Home in Garyville, Louisiana, 985-535-2516.
Published in The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) on Nov. 6, 2022.

GARYVILLE - Harold Lee, 52, a native of Garyville and resident of Willingboro, N.J., for 12 years, died Dec. 12. He was the father of Steven and Jason Lee. He was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Chester Lee Sr. and brother of Dianne Pidgeon and Chester Lee Jr. He is also survived by two grandchildren. He was a 1967 graduate of Fifth Ward High School and attended LSU for two years before starting his army career, which ended in 1987. He then was an electronics technician for the Federal Aviation Administration and retired in 1996. Services were Dec. 21 at True Light Baptist Church, Garyville, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lions.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 19, 2001

Deloris Lemon Love was born on October 21, 1934 in Mt. Airy, LA to the late Henry and Octavia Kennard Love. She departed this earthy life on July 23, 2020 at the age of 85. Deloris was the eldest sister to the late Henrietta Johnson. She was baptized at St. John Missionary Baptist Church in Mount Airy, LA. She later married the love of her life Ernest Love. Deloris leaves to cherish her memories her daughter Bobbie (Leopold) Gomes, sons Henry (Jo Davis) Love, Charles (Donna) Love, Sr., and Clarence (Erika) Love, step-daughter Geraldine (Johnny Ornelas) Love, step-son Ernest (Nancy) Polk, nieces Eloise and Gwendolyn Johnson, twenty grandchildren, twenty great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren, caregiver Cherry Knight, as well as a host of other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents Henry and Octavia Kennard Lemon, husband Ernest Love, her only sibling Henrietta Johnson, brother-in-law Alexander Johnson, Sr., her children Rosalie Love Stephens, James, Alfred and Sharon Love, stepdaughter Ernestine Lacey and grandsons Harlowe and Kendrick Love. A walk-through viewing honoring the life of Deloris Lemon Love on Sunday, August 2, 2020 at Treasures of Life Funeral Services, 315 E. Airline Highway, Gramercy, LA 70052 from 11 am - 1 pm. A private family farewell service will be held on Saturday, August 3, 2020 at St. John Missionary Baptist Church , Pastor Gary Bolden, Sr. officiating. Interment to follow at Zion Travelers Cemetery in Reserve, LA. Final care entrusted to Treasures of Life Funeral Services. Masks are required! To share condolences and thoughts, and to sign guestbook, please visit: www.treasurefunerals.com.
Published in The Times-Picayune, New Orleans, LA from Jul. 31 to Aug. 2, 2020

RESERVE - Henry E. McClain, 92 a native of Unitas and a resident of Reserve, died Nov. 25. He was the husband of the late Lillie McClain and father of Marion Steib; Janice Mitchell; Gae Davis; Thomas, Herman, Wilfred and Gloria Wallace; Henry Jr., Herman, Yvonne, Johnel and Marcel McClain; and the late Richard Wallace. He was the brother of the late Irene Myles. He is also survived by 38 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren and seven great-great-grandchildren. Services were Nov. 29 at Beechgrove Baptist Church, Reserve, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lions.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 1, 2001

Saturday, December 26th, 1953 - Sunday, June 14th, 2020
Elaine Marie Snyder was born December 26, 1953 to the union of the late Joseph Snyder, Sr. and Ella-Mae (Buggage) Snyder. She was a sister to Demetria Snyder, Michelle Snyder, Stephanie (Snyder) Davis and the late Joseph Snyder Jr. Elaine was educated in the St. John the Baptist Parish school system, graduating in the Class of 1971. She later attended Delgado Community College to obtain her Associates degree in Business Administration. Elaine was employed at Bayou Steel in LaPlace, LA where she was one of the first black women to operate cranes and locomotives for over 18 years. Elaine married the love of her life Frank Miles, Jr in the summer of 1987; she later had their sons, Jason Miles and Jarrett Miles. Elaine was baptized by the late Rev. Alfred Johnson at The New Pilgrim Baptist Church in Reserve, LA. She later found a new church home at First Community Antioch where she served the Lord and participated in numerous church and community events. Elaine was a Godly woman who dedicated her life to the Lord and her family. Elaine leaves behind countless cherished memories with her children, family and friends. She was proceeded in death by her parents, Joseph Snyder and Ella-Mae (Buggage) Snyder, her husband and best friend Frank Miles Jr. and her beloved brother Joseph Snyder Jr. May they Rest In Peace. Family, friends, and neighboring churches are invited to attend the viewing of Elaine Snyder Miles on Saturday, June 27, 2020 at Treasures of Life Funeral Services 315 E. Airline Highway, Gramercy, LA 70052 at 11:00am. Visitation will begin at 9:00 am. Interment will follow at Zion Travelers Cemetery Reserve, LA.
Treasure of Life Funeral Services, Gramercy, LA; September 13, 2020

Frank Miles Jr., age 70 and native of Reserve, LA, departed this earthly life on Saturday, December 28, 2019 at 2:41 am at Ochsner Medical Center Kenner, LA. He was the son of the late Rosetta T. Miles and Frank Miles Sr. Devoted husband of Elaine S. Miles. Beloved father of Jason and Jarret Miles, and Jarvis and Niya Sanders. Uncle to a devoted nephew Calvin Miles Jr. Brother of the late Calvin Miles Sr, and Juan and Aaron Powell. Grandfather of Kayden and Jarvis Jr. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Frank was an employee of Bunge North America. Family, friends, and neighboring churches are invited to attend the home-going service of Frank Miles Jr. on Saturday, January 4, 2020 at 11:00 am held at First Community Antioch Baptist Church, 10860 Highway 3125, Lutcher, LA 70071, Pastor Ferdinand Gaines Jr. officiating. Visitation will begin at 9:00 am until Service time. Interment will follow at Zion Travelers Cemetery Reserve, LA. Final care entrusted to Treasures of Life Funeral Services, 315 E. Airline Highway, Gramercy, LA 70052.
Treasure of Life Funeral Services, Gramercy, LA; January 29, 2020

LAPLACE - Una Mae Miles, 63, a native of Thibodaux and resident of Reserve for many years, died Aug. 24. She was the wife of the late Samuel Miles and mother of Althea Favorite, Janet England and Karen, Alana, Fredrick, Johnny and the late Aaron and Vera Miles. She was the daughter of the late Nelson and Vera Clark Lestrick and sister of Essie Mae Frank, Evelyn Johnson and John Lestrick. She is survived by 17 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Services were Aug. 31 at Milesville Memorial Church of God in Christ, LaPlace, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lions.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; September 1, 2001

GARYVILLE - Cynthia Williams Moore, 40, a native and resident of Garyville, died March 14. She was the mother of Laykette and Samantha Moore and Larry Williams. She was also the daughter of Glendora Warren and Johnny Miliken and the stepdaughter of Lawrence Hensley. She is the sister of Amelia Keller and Alexis and Jonathan Miliken. She is also survived by one grandchild. Services are today at 11 a.m. at the True Light Baptist Church, Garyville, with interment at Zion Traveler's Cemetery, Reserve.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; March 19, 2000

LIONS Rena Moseman, 76, a native and resident of Reserve, died Sept. 29.She was the wife of the late Clarence Moseman and mother of Mable Scofield, Rena Matthews, Barbara Polk, Patricia Wallace and Clarence Jr.,Donald and Joseph Moseman. She was also the daughter of the late Richard and Lucinda Preston and sister of Cecile Jackson, Delores Gardner and Richard, Earnest and Nolan Preston. She is also survived by 23 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and nine great-great-grandchildren. Services were held Oct. 4 at Zion Travelers Baptist Church, Lions, with interment at the church cemetery.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; October 6, 1999

Donald Day Nelson Jr., lovingly called 'Duck' passed away peacefully at his home on October 1, 2022, at the age of 41. Son of Peggy Weston and Donald Day Nelson Sr., Father of Donald Day Nelson III, Step father Demond Francois, brother of Anthony (Teneshia) Nelson, Norman (Marlese) Fagan, Joycelyn (Andrew) Tuircuit, and Shelia (Dominique) Linton, Nephew of Linda (Preston)Woods, Louis (Tanisha), Jo Ann and Lionel Weston. A devoted friend Anastasia Joseph, and a host of cousins, friends and a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Visitation at 10:00 a.m. and Homegoing Celebration for 11:00 a.m. at True Light Baptist Church 258 Little Hope St. Garyville, Louisiana on October 8, 2022. Interment in Zion Travelers Cemetery in Reserve, LA. Arrangements have been coordinated by the Caring Staff of Hobson Brown Funeral Home in Garyville, Louisiana, 985-535-2516.
Published in The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) on Oct. 7, 2022.

Mary Louise Patterson Palmer, Age 67 departed this life earthly on Sunday, August 1, 2021. Daughter of the late Sandra Ann Jones and Andrew Patterson Sr., Wife of Charles Palmer Sr., Mother of Tawanda Palmer Wilson, Charles Jr, Jamar, and Javel Palmer. Sister of Diana Dennis, Ruby Mitchell, Wesley (Larry), Ray, Darryl and the late Debra Ann, Andrew (bug) Patterson Jr, and Shirley Ann Brown. Mary is survived by her grandchildren, great grandchildren, aunts, uncles, great aunt, nieces, nephews, other relatives, cousins, and friends. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, August 07, 2021, at Zion Travelers B.C., 713 Walnut St., Laplace, LA 70068, Pastor Julius Ellis, Sr., Visitation from 10:00am until service time. (only) Interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery Lyons, LA. Due to CDC (covid19) restrictions seating may be limited, mask and social distancing are required. Professional Services entrusted to the Caring Staff of Hobson Brown Funeral Home , 134 Daisy St., Garyville, La 70051, (985) 535-2516.
Published in The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) from Aug. 5 to Aug. 7, 2021.
Contributed by Jane Edson

Essie Peal, 85, returned to her heavenly home on Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021. Daughter of the late Matthew Morgan and Beatrice Maker. Wife of the late Harry Peal, Sr. Mother of Jennifer (Edward) Clark, Harry (Darline) Peal and the late Edmond, Henry, and Angela Peal. Sister of Marguerite (Marvin) Brady, Geraldine, Mary Helen, Brenda, Roland, and Anthony and the late Matthew Morgan Jr., Ernest Morgan Sr., Idetha Stevenson, Thelma Thomas, and Lucille Creaux. Essie leaves behind 11 grandchildren and 13 Great-grandchildren and a host of god children, family, and friends. Celebration Service will take place on Saturday, January 16, 2021 at 11:00a.m. At Providence B.C, Hwy 44 Montz, La. Visitation on Friday January 15, 2021 from 4-6 at Hobson Brown Funeral Home (Only) Rev. Reginald King, Officiant. Interment in Zion Travelers cemetery, Reserve, LA. Due to CDC (Covid-19) restrictions seating is limited, mask and social distancing are required. Professional Services entrusted to the Caring Staff of Hobson Brown Funeral Home, 134 Daisy St., Garyville, La 70051, 985-535-2516.
Published in The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) from Jan. 14 to Jan. 15, 2021.

GARYVILLE - Ursula Potts, 45, a native and resident of Garyville, died August 8. She was the husband of Leon Potts. She is survived by children Delisa, Bridget, La'Keisha, Tracy and Termaine Weber and step-children Rachel Campbell, Troy and Leon Potts, Jr. She is also survived by siblings Myra Jean Cook, Celestin and Bryan Stevens. She was preceded in death by parents Marion and Celestine Stevens. She was also preceded in death by siblings Joann Weber and Calvin Stevens. Services were held August 15 at Milesville Memorial Church of God in Christ of LaPlace with interment in Zion Travelers Cemetery of Lyons. Arrangements made by Hobson Brown Funeral Home of Garyville.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; Wednesday, August 16, 2006

Aaron (Lil. Lite) Preston, a native of Reserve, LA, at the age of 50, departed this life in Houston, TX on Friday, February 04, 2022. Aaron leaves his memories to his mother Gussie Preston, siblings Lavoris Dewey, Pam (Charles) Varnado, Ann Marie (Dana) Harris, Paula, Leslie, Kevin and David (Catherine) Preston. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, February 19, 2022, beginning at 11:00A.M. at Mt. Zion B.C.#1, 144 Little Hope St., Garyville, LA. Rev. Kent B. Fredericks, Pastor Officiating, Visitation begins at 10:00A.M. until time of service. Interment in Zion Travelers Cemetery Reserve, LA. Due to CDC (COVID19) restrictions seating may be limited, mask and social distancing are required. Professional Services entrusted to the Caring Staff of Hobson Brown Funeral Home, 134 Daisy St., Garyville, LA 70051. 985-535-2516.
Published in The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) from Feb. 17 to Feb. 21, 2022.

GARYVILLE - Earl "Jack" Roberts Sr., 66, a native of New Orleans and lifelong resident of Reserve, died Aug. 22. He was the common-law husband of Lottie Reed; former husband of Ida W. Roberts; father of Elder Montrell Roberts, Latoya Ellis, Evangelist Earl Jr. and Myron Roberts and stepfather of Louise and Percy Atkinson, Michael Wanda, Cedric and John Bickham and Linda and David Reed. He was the brother of Lawrence Bourgeois. He is survived by two grandchildren. Services are today at 10 a.m. in the chapel of Hobson Brown Funeral Home, Garyville, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lions. Visitation starts at 9 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; August 25, 2001

Mable Moseman Schofield departed this life and entered eternal rest on Saturday, June 18, 2022, at the age of 79. She was born on December 2, 1942, to the late Clarence and Rena Moseman. She was the wife of Rudolph "Popsicle" Schofield Jr. and the loving mother of six beautiful children: Marilyn, Darryl, Calvin, Derek, Vanessa, and Mark. Mable leaves to cherish her memories: husband, Rudolph "Popsicle" Schofield Jr.; children, Marilyn Johnson (Glen), Calvin Schofield, Derek Schofield, Vanessa Crushfield (Bobbie), and Mark Schofield; grandchildren, Lynneitra Schofield and Wilson Marshall IV; great grandchildren, Ja'Mari Taylor, Zayah Cooper, and Serenity Marshall; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Rena Moseman; and son, Darryl Schofield. Family and friends are invited to attend the Homegoing Celebration on Saturday, June 25, 2022, at 10 am at Greater Golden Grove Baptist Church, 127 South Mulberry St., Gramercy, LA 70052. Viewing will be from 8 am until service time. Pastor Ulysses Jarrow, officiating. Interment will be at Zion Traveler's Cemetery, Reserve, LA. Visitation will be held Friday, June 24, 2022, from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. at Bardell's Mortuary, 3856 LA-44, Mt. Airy, LA 70076. In following Covid-19 guidelines, face masks and social distancing will be enforced. Services entrusted to Bardell's Mortuary. Information: (985) 535-6837
Published by The Advocate (Baton Rouge, LA) from Jun. 23 to Jun. 25, 2022.

Ester Lena George Smith transitioned on Sunday, September 15, 2019 at the age of 81. Wife of the late Roger Smith III, Mother of Joyce Gardner, Loyce George, Laverne Butler, Roger and Jerlean Smith, Ornell Akachukwu, and Shander Wimberly. Ester is also survived by 17 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren, 5 great great-grandchildren, step-sister, step-brother, sister-in-law, a host of nieces, nephew, relatives and friends. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, September 21, 2019 at 144 Little Hope St., Garyville, La., at 11:00am., Rev. Kent Frederick, officiating. Visitation is at 9am at the church. Interment: Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lyons, La. Professional Services entrusted to the caring staff Hobson Brown Funeral Home, 134 Daisy St., Garyville, LA 70051, 985-535-2516.
Hobson-Brown Funeral Home, Garyville, LA; September 30, 2019

Sandra Ann Sterling passed away on Friday, May 27, 2022. Daughter of the late Lillie Mae Snyder and Andrew Sterling, Sr. Sister of Andrew Jr., Rocky, Pernell, Stacy, Paula Sterling, and Demarris Francois. Sandra is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Homegoing Celebration on Wednesday June 8, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. at Bethlehem B.C. E. 20th St. Reserve, LA, Rev. Carla Jones Officiating, Visitation at 10:00 a.m. until service time. Interment in Zion Travelers Cemetery in Reserve, La. Mask are required. Professional Services entrusted to the Caring Staff of Hobson Brown Funeral Home, 134 Daisy St., Garyville, La 70051, 985-535-2516.
Published in The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) from Jun. 6 to Jun. 8, 2022.

GARYVILLE - Celestin "C.J." "Whitey" Stevens Jr., 66, a native and resident of Garyville, died July 18. He was the husband of Linda G. Stevens. He is survived by his children Cardell, Corey, Darryl and Celestin Stevens III, Alicia S. Chatman, Ursula S. Potts and Myra S. Cook. He is also survived by his siblings Walter, Raymond and Warren Stevens Sr., Evelyn S. Fleming and Thelma Stevens, 25 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Services will be held today at 11 a.m. at New Wine Christian Fellowship, LaPlace, with interment in Zion Traveler Cemetery, Reserve. Hobson Brown Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Visitation at the church begins at 10 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, Louisiana; Monday, July 25, 2005

Bobby Gene Suggs, Age 68, passed away on Saturday, March 26, 2022, Son of the late Rosia Hall Suggs and James O. Suggs Sr, Brother of Rev. Perry Suggs Sr, James Suggs Sr, and the late Terry S. Turner and Belinda S. Zeno. Bobby is also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends and preceded in death by his nephew James Suggs Jr. Home going Celebration service will be held on Tuesday, April 5, 2022 at True Light Baptist Church, 258 S. Little Hope St. Garyville, La., Rev. Sam Jones III, Pastor, Officiating Viewing Monday April 4, 2022 from 4-5pm at funeral home and Tuesday from 9am until service time. Interment in Zion Travelers Reserve, LA. Due to CDC (COVID-19) restrictions seating may be limited, mask is required. Professional Services entrusted to the Caring Staff of Hobson Brown Funeral Home, 134 Daisy St., Garyville, La 70051, 985-535-2516.
Published in The Times-Picayune (New Orleans, LA) from Apr. 3 to Apr. 5, 2022.

GARYVILLE - Estelle Taylor, 91, a former resident of Garyville and current resident of LaPlace, died Dec. 8. She was the wife of the late JimmyTaylor. She was also the sister of George and Jimmy Washington and Mary Vedol and the late Ethel, Sedonia, Bertha and Sherman Washington. Services are today at noon in the chapel of Earl Baloney Mortuary, Garyville, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Reserve. Visitation starts at 9 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 14, 1998

LAPLACE - Irvin Thomas Sr., 70, a native of St. James, died July 17. He was the father of Irvin Thomas Jr. He was also the brother of Edna Grace. Services were July 22 at Milesville Memorial Church of God in Christ, LaPlace, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lions.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; Friday, July 23, 2004

NEW ORLEANS - Mathlida "Tillie" Washington, 86, a native of St. John the Baptist Parish and resident of New Orleans, died June 16. She was the mother of the late Patricia Washington. She was also the daughter of the late Florestine and Isiah Washington and sister of the late Edward and Columbus Triche, Isiah Washington and Mary Johnson. Services were June 22 at Greater Bright Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church, New Orleans, with interment at Zion Travelers Baptist Cemetery, Lions.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; June 23, 2001

GARYVILLE - Versa Ann S. Washington, 53, a native of Garyville and resident of Los Angeles, died March 22. She was the wife of Dennis Washington and mother of Trinell Smith. She was also the daughter of the late Andrew and Lillie Mae Sterling and sister of Pier Davis, Ilana Burton and Andrew Jr., Sandra, Rockey, Demarris, Paula, Pernell, Stacy and Ronald Sterling. Services are today at 11 a.m. at Greater New Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Garyville, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lions.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; March 28, 2001

LAPLACE - Joan S. Weber, 40, a native and resident of Garyville, died Jan.22. She was the wife of Sony Weber Jr. and mother of Shelita Robertson, Shentell, Kristy, Donna Jean, Domonique, Tiranika, Donald and Ronald Weber. She was also the daughter of Celestine and the late Marion Johnson Stevens, step-daughter of Linda Stevens, and sister of Ursula, Alisha and Myra Jean White and Celestine III, Corey, Darell and Bryan Stevens. She is also survived by nine grandchildren. Services are today at 11 a.m. at Church of God in Christ, LaPlace, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Reserve. Visitation starts at 10 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; February 1, 1999

LIONS - Elnora "Sister See-See" Williams, 77, a resident of Reserve, died Feb. 19. She was the adopted mother of Gaynell Davis Harris, daughter of the late Vick and Bertha Williams and sister of George, James and the late Leauthur and Abner Williams. Services are today at 11 a.m. at Zion Travelers Baptist Church, Lions, with interment at the church cemetery. Visitation starts at 10 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; February 25, 2001

GARYVILLE - James Williams Jr., 46, a native of Garyville and resident of Reserve, died Dec. 14. He was the husband of Doris Ladday Williams, father of Tomeya and James Williams III and stepdaughter of Thelma Glover. He was the son of James and Mildred Williams and brother of DeJauna Hamilton, Alissa Phillips and Ronald, Donald and Darrell Williams. He is also survived by one grandchild. He was owner of James Williams Realty. Services are today at 11 a.m. in the chapel of Baloney Funeral Home, Garyville, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lions. Visitation starts at 9 a.m.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 19, 2001

LIONS - Earl "Turk" Young Jr., 63, a native of Plaquemine and resident of Reserve, died Jan. 20. He was the father of Loretta, Jessica, Earl III, Alton, Anthony and Michael Young. He was also the brother of Hazel Miles, Francis Anderson, Janet Nolan, Betty, Mary, Alex, Louis, Irvin, Edward and Alvin Cook, Frank, Roy and Ray Williams, Gerald Mickens and Loretta, Patricia, Don and Carl Young. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren. Services are today at 11 a.m. at Zion Travelers Baptist Church, Lions, with interment at the church cemetery.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; January 28, 2000

ST. ROSE - Everleanea T. Young, 62, a native of Betonia, Miss., and resident of St. Rose for 31 years, died Dec. 1. She was the wife of Edward Young and mother of Belina Hutchinson, Yolanda Lewis, Ramona, Jacqueline and Geraldine Young and Ray Thornton. She is also the daughter of Alice Thornton and sister of Samuel, Roosevelt, Bozie, Edward and Johnnie Thornton. She is also survived by six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Services are today at 11 a.m. at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, St. Rose, with interment at Zion Travelers Cemetery, Lions.
L'Observateur, LaPlace, LA; December 6, 2000