Obituaries

Feb 4, 2025

Claudel “June” Lumar, Jr. departed this life on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at the age of 68. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Devoted husband of 44 years to Janice Smith Lumar. Beloved father of Sykema Lumar, Dawane Barabino, Marcus Lumar, Sr., and the late Janiece Harvey. Loving son of the late...

Feb 14, 2025

Jan 30, 2025

Kevin “Fat” Meredith entered peacefully into eternal rest at University Medical Center on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at the age of 61. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a lifelong resident of Marrero, LA. Kevin was a graduate of West Jefferson High School and was employed as a laborer. Beloved son of the late Samuel Meredith, Sr...

Feb 8, 2025

John L. Wilson entered eternal rest on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at the age of 79. He was a native of Utica, MS and a resident of Harvey, LA for over 60 years. John was a graduate of William H. Holtzlaw in Utica, MS. He was a former employee with H C Price Company and Ankor Wade as a foreman....

Jan 31, 2025

Jan 27, 2025

Enola Smith Douglas, age 86, transitioned peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Monday, January 27, 2025. She was a native of Labadieville, LA and a resident of Texas City, TX. Enola was a graduate of Napoleonville High School and Katies Beauty School. She was a retired Cosmetologist and Insurance Agent with Universal Life. Beloved wife of the late...

Jan 23, 2025

David Anthony Brown, Sr. entered eternal rest at Marrero Healthcare Center on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at the age of 57. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. David was a graduate of West Jefferson High School. He was a former intermodal truck driver with F&T Trucking. David was a community leader, and he assisted with the...

Feb 3, 2025

Willie Davis, Jr., departed this life on Monday, February 3, 2025, at the age of 75. He was a native of Clarksdale, MS and a resident of Algiers, LA. Willie was employed as a cement and construction worker. Beloved father of Janae Alford, Courtney Estes, and Margaret Bennett. Son of the late Willie Davis, Sr. and Emma D. Davis, Brother...

Jan 26, 2025

Patsy Bowman entered eternal rest on Sunday, January 26, 2025, at the age of 82. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Patsy attended Delta Jr College, and she was a former housekeeper with the President Boat. Beloved wife of the late Sidney Bowman. Loving mother of the late Debbie Dunn and Dale...

Feb 8, 2025

Gussie Ruth Craft Jenkins entered eternal rest at her residence on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at the age of 85. She was a native of Carpenter, MS and resident of Harvey, LA. Gussie was a retired caregiver. Beloved wife of the late Isaiah Jenkins. Devoted mother of Patrick (Tammy) Jenkins, Patrice (Darrell) Henderson, Phyllis (Patrick) Wright, and Pharalynn (Shean) Brown....

Feb 1, 2025

Rear Persona Bienemy Macklin entered eternal rest on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at the age of 53. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Rear was a graduate of Joseph S. Clark Senior High School. Rear was a former employee of Ochsner Medical Center as a Chef. Beloved wife of 14 years to Richard Macklin, Jr. Devoted...

Jan 28, 2025

Jonathan Lamar Brookin was called home on Monday, January 27, 2025, at the age of 32. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Avondale, LA. Jonathan was a graduate of Helen Cox High School, where he played football and played the tuba in the band. “Freaky”, as he was affectionately known by family and friends,...

Jan 16, 2025

Joseph Oliver Burke entered eternal rest on Thursday January 16, 2025, at the age of 83. He was a native of Havre de Grace, MD and a resident of Gretna, LA. Joseph was a graduate of Havre de Grace Consolidated School. He served his country as a member of the United States Navy, retiring as Master Chief Petty Officer, after...

Jan 25, 2025

Janie Ruth Shannon Young entered eternal rest on Saturday, January 25, 2025, at the age of 69. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Janie was a graduate of Walter L. Cohen High School. Janie was a retired case manager with The First Evangelist Housing Dev Corp. Beloved mother of Rodney and Griselda...

Jan 26, 2025

Gloria Ann Allen, age 75, entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Sunday, January 26, 2025. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Gloria was a graduate of L. B. Landry High School and Southern University. She was a retired Educator with the Orleans Parish Public School System. Beloved daughter of...

Jan 23, 2025

 

Kenneth Wayne Johnson entered eternal rest on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at the age of 66. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Kenneth was educated in the Jefferson Parish School System, and he was employed as a construction worker. Son of the late Theodore Johnson, Sr. and Mattie Spears Johnson. Brother of...

Jan 22, 2025

Leola Florence Medice McBride, age 96, transitioned peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Leola was a graduate of Xavier University Preparatory High School and Southern University of Baton Rouge, LA, where she earned a Bachelor of Science Degree. While...

Jan 21, 2025

Chae’ Therese Davis entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at the age of 36. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Chae’ was a graduate of Metro Outreach Christian Academy and Crescent City School of Gaming. She was a faithful member of Fischer Community Church. Beloved daughter of Kevin Wise and Joyce Davis Gaines...

Jan 17, 2025

Martha “Mot” L. Raby, age 83, entered peacefully into eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Friday, January 17, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was a native of St. Francisville, LA, a former resident of New Orleans, LA and presently resided in Harvey, LA. She was a 1961 graduate of Dawson High School. Martha was employed as...

Jan 20, 2025

Darryl Fairmon Gray life’s purpose was fulfilled, and his journey was completed at Ochsner Medical Center Main Campus on Monday, January 20, 2025, at the age 57. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Darryl was a graduate of John Ehret High School and continued his studies at Diesel Driving Academy in Baton...