Obituaries
RONSHAWN LANAUTE HOUSTON
Oct 26, 2019
Ronshawn “RaRa” Lanaute Houston entered into eternal rest on Saturday, October 26, 2019 at the age of 21. He was a native of Baton Rouge, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Loving son of Shavea Houston and Ronald Lanaute, Sr. Grandson of the Ana Mae Hunter and late Rodell Houston, Sr., Barbara Ann Houston, and Lionel Lanaute, Sr. Brother...
ROSIE LEE JAMES JACKSON
Oct 26, 2019
Rosie Lee James Jackson entered into eternal rest on Saturday, October 26, 2019 at the age of 87. She was a native Ferriday, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Beloved wife of the late Roger Jackson, Sr. Devoted mother of Charles E. Jackson, Roger Jackson, Sr., Robert L. Jackson, Jacquelyn M. Jackson, Ira J. Jackson, David J. Jackson, and...
Ollie Mae McCann
Oct 26, 2019
Ollie Mae McCann, age 75, entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Saturday, October 26, 2019. She was a native of Shubuta, MS and a resident of Avondale, LA. Beloved wife of J. C. McCann. Loving mother of Tammy McCann- Jones (James), Beverly McCann, Linda McCann-Scott (Alandus), Karen McCann-Ruffin (Ray), Kevin McCann, Angelia McCann, Michelle McCann, and...
CALVIN BRUCE JACKSON
Oct 24, 2019
Calvin “ Patch” Jackson departed this life on Thursday, October 24, 2019 at the age of 34. He was a native of Harvey, LA and resident of Terrytown, LA. Father of King Calvin Jackson, Imagine Envy Jackson and the late Mykell Jackson. Loving son of Jacqueline Jackson. Grandson of the late Edward and Gussie Lee Jackson. Brother of Jermichael Jackson,...
Dr. Adam L. Richardson, Sr.
Oct 24, 2019
Dr. Adam L. Richardson, Sr., pastor of Christian Life Bible Church, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, October 24, 2019 at the age of 67. He was a native of Chicago, IL and a resident of Harvey, LA. Dr. Richardson pastored Christian Life Bible Church of Gretna, Baton Rouge and Kenner, LA for over 30 years. He was a veteran...
VASHAWN NICOLE DAVIS
Oct 23, 2019
VaShawn Nicole Davis departed this life on Wednesday, October 23, 2019 at the age of 34. She was a natïve of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Devoted daughter of Tony Walker and the late Beverly Ann Davis. Granddaughter of Pastor Robert Walker, Jr., and the late Melvin Davis, Sr. Dorothy G. Anderson, and Dora Lee Walker....
BESSIE ROSS STEWART
Oct 23, 2019
Bessie Ross Stewart, a retired social worker, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, October 23, 2019 at the age of 70. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Devoted mother of Clarence Williams IV and Tamara W. Johnson. Daughter of the late Willie Ross and Eliza Santiago Ross. Sister of Eliza Robinson, Rose...
BETTY LYNN STEWART SIMMONS
Oct 22, 2019
Betty Lynn Stewart Simmons peacefully entered into eternal rest at Passages Hospice on Tuesday, October 22, 2019 at the age of 77. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Betty graduated from L.B. Landry High School in 1959 and then proceeded to attend Xavier University. She was a retired case worker with the Department of Health and...
Orlando Shelly
Oct 21, 2019
Orlando Shelly transitioned into eternal rest with his heavenly father at his residence on Sunday, October 20, 2019 at the age of 58. He was a native of New Orleans, LA, a former resident of Fort Worth, TX for 13 years after Hurricane Katrina, and presently residing in Avondale, LA. Beloved son of Beverly Shelly Tucker and the late Clifford...
DAVID EARL CATCHINGS, SR.
Oct 20, 2019
David Earl Catchings, Sr. departed this life at Bayside Healthcare Center on Sunday, October 20, 2019 at the age of 63. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. David was employed with Avondale Shipyard as a welder. Devoted father of David Earl Catchings, Jr., Derrick Catchings, Pamela Francis, and Temear Antoine. Son of the late Edward Catchings,...
Mary Lee McDonald
Oct 18, 2019
Mary Lee Lewis McDonald departed this life at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank on Friday, October 18, 2019 at the age of 78. She was a native and resident of Algiers, LA. Beloved wife of the late Lionel “Red” McDonald, Sr. Devoted mother of Lionel (Tyra) McDonald, Jr. Shannon McDonald Johnson (Larry), and Alicia McDonald (Roy, Jr.). Loving grandmother of Tynell...
WALLACE GREEN
Oct 18, 2019
Wallace Green entered into eternal rest on Friday, October 18, 2019 at his residence at the age of 61. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Wallace was a foreman with Avondale Shipyard for 35 years. Beloved husband of the late Rosie Green. Devoted father of Jervon (Terry) Randall, Michael (Tynisha) Bradley, Jr., ...
Myrtis Chester Patterson
Oct 17, 2019
Myrtis Chester Patterson entered into eternal rest at Ochsner Foundation Hospital on Thursday, October 17, 2019 at the age of 77. She was a native of Kentwood, LA and a resident of Jefferson, LA. Beloved wife of the late Clarence Patterson, Sr. Devoted mother Clarence Patterson, Jr. and Stella Patterson. Loving grandmother of Charlita Patterson. Great-grandmother of Diamond Landry. Daughter...
Eula Mae Williams McGee
Oct 17, 2019
Eula Mae Williams McGee, age 65, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, October 17, 2019 at her residence. She was a native of Gibson, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Eula was a graduate of Moler Beauty College and employed as a Licensed Beautician. Beloved wife of Karl McGee. Daughter of the late Enis Williams and Alma Marshall Williams....
Wilfred Diggs, Jr.
Oct 17, 2019
Wilfred “Poppee” Diggs, Jr. entered peacefully into eternal rest at Ochsner/ St. Charles Hospital in Luling, LA on Thursday, October 17, 2019 at the age of 70. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Boutte, LA. He was a retired employee of the St. Charles Parish Sewerage Department. Loving father of Kevin Samuel Diggs, Sr....
Senecia Elda Williams
Oct 16, 2019
Senecia Elda Williams entered into the gates of heaven on Wednesday, October 16, 2019 at the age of 59. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Senecia was a graduated of O. Perry Walker High School and attended Delgado Community College and Southern University of New Orleans where she obtained an associate’s degree in Business Management; she...
LOUIS TULLI BETZ
Oct 16, 2019
Louis Tulli Betz entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, October 16, 2019 at the age of 65. He was a native of Newport News, VA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Louis was a former employee of Marriott Hotel and Westbank Marrero Cab Company. Beloved husband of the late Cheryl Betz. Devoted father of Michelle (Roderick) Daniels and Damon (Gail)...
ETHEL WATSON THOMPSON
Oct 15, 2019
Ethel Layle “Eppy” Watson Thompson, entered into eternal rest at her residence on Tuesday, October 15, 2019 at the age of 83. She was a native of Vacherie, LA and resident of Marrero, LA. Ethel was a retiree from Jefferson Parish Department of Parks & Recreation after 13 years of service. Beloved wife of the late Mike Thompson. Devoted mother...
VIRGINIA ANTOINE MANSHACK
Oct 14, 2019
Virginia Antoine Manshack departed this earthly life at her residence on Monday, October 14, 2019 at the age of 77. She was a native and resident of Marrero, LA. Virginia hobbies were gardening and selling Avon. Beloved wife of James Manshack, Jr. Devoted mother of James (Eletha) Manshack III. Daughter of the late Thomas Antoine, Sr. and Emma...
ALVIN PETER PIPER
Oct 14, 2019
Alvin P. Piper entered into eternal rest on Monday, October 14, 2019 at the age of 84. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Alvin was retired laborer with Avondale Shipyard for 34 years. Beloved husband of the late Bessie Jones Piper. Devoted father of Alvin Gerard Piper, and Dana Piper McClondon. Grandfather...
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