Obituaries

SHIRELLE LENISE REDDICK

SHIRELLE LENISE REDDICK

Jan 12, 2020

Shirelle Lenise Reddick entered into eternal rest at Touro Infirmary Hospital on Sunday, January 12, 2020 at the age of 49. She was a native of Port Sulphur, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Shirelle was a graduate of Xavier Preparatory High School Class of 1988, and employed with United Healthcare as a customer care representative.  Beloved mother of ...

Charles I. Young, Jr.

Charles I. Young, Jr.

Jan 12, 2020

Charles Isidore Young, Jr. passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 12, 2020 at his sister’s residence in Laplace, LA at the age of 68. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a longtime resident of Bridge City, LA. Charles was a graduate of Job Crops. He was formerly employed as a truck driver with Borden Milk Company and...

ROSALIE PALMORE

ROSALIE PALMORE

Jan 12, 2020

Rosalie  Palmore entered into eternal rest at Jefferson Health Care on Sunday, January 12, 2020 at the age of 60. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Devoted mother of McArthur (Jerry) Palmore, Wynisha (Jermaine) Monroe, and Cardell Palmore.  Grandmother of Ariyana Young, Sincere Sartin, Jaquavis Young, Syron Sartin, Jamorris Young, McArthur , Jr., Jerniyah Palmore, and...

Vernita Richard Favorite

Vernita Richard Favorite

Jan 11, 2020

Vernita “Vern” “Mama Vern” Richard Favorite peacefully entered into eternal rest at her residence on Saturday, January 11, 2020 at the age of 94. She was a native and resident of Marrero, LA. Vern, as she was affectionately known to family and friends, was employed at Chinchuba Institute for the Deaf for 22 years and later with the Jefferson Parish...

JOSEPH CHARLES WILLIAMS, SR.

JOSEPH CHARLES WILLIAMS, SR.

Jan 10, 2020

Joseph “Pig” Charles Williams, Sr., entered into eternal rest at his residence on Friday, January 10, 2020 at the age of 72. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA.  Joseph was employed with Vinson Guard Service as a security guard. Beloved husband of  Willia Casby Williams. Devoted father of Raquel Jones, Monique Williams, Joseph Casby, and the...

Cynthia Marie Simmons

Cynthia Marie Simmons

Jan 8, 2020

Cynthia Marie Simmons departed this life at her residence on Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at the age of 49. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Cynthia was employed as a Housekeeping Supervisor with the Hotel Poydras. Loving wife of Anthony Simmons, Sr. Loving mother of LaShawn Trask, DeVonda Simmons and Anthony Simmons,...

GENEVIEVE POLITE LEVY

GENEVIEVE POLITE LEVY

Jan 7, 2020

Genevieve Polite Levy was called home and she ascended into heavens gates at the age of 96. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Genevieve was a retired employee with Charity Hospital for over 30 years. Devoted mother of Jacquelyn Levy Jackson and the late Joycelyn Levy  Francis. Grandmother of  Bobbie E. Francis, Jr. and Catherine Francis...

DORETHA COLLINS

DORETHA COLLINS

Jan 6, 2020

Doretha Collins entered into eternal rest on Monday, January 6, 2020 at the age of 87. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Doretha was a retired certified nurse assistant with Mary Joseph Nursing Home. Devoted mother of Cynthia, Celina (Lawrence), Alvin, Sr. (Brenda), Phillip (Deborah), Calvin Sr. (Denise), and the late Patricia, Connie, and Gordy. Grandmother...

TOMMIE LEE MUNSON

TOMMIE LEE MUNSON

Jan 6, 2020

Tommie Lee Munson entered into eternal rest at his residence on Monday January 6, 2020 at the age of 77. He was a native of Tchula, MS and a resident of Marrero, LA.  Tommie was a retired supervisor with Ferrellgas Company. Beloved husband of the late Jessie Mae Munson for over 50 years. Devoted father of Jacqueline, Claretha, Carolyn, Tommie,...

DESMOND BRYAN

DESMOND BRYAN

Jan 6, 2020

Desmond Bryan entered into eternal rest at his residence on Monday, January 6, 2020 at the age of 65. He was a native and resident of Harvey, LA.  Desmond served his country in the United States Air Force, and was employed with Greyhound Bus Line as bus driver. Devoted father of Desmarie Frazier,  Thaddeaus Bryan, and Desmond Bryan, Jr. Son...

CELIA ANN WHITE

CELIA ANN WHITE

Jan 6, 2020

Celia Ann White departed this life at her residence on Monday, January 6, 2020 at the age of 58. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Celia attended L W Higgins High School. Devoted mother of Chekeitha White  and Amber White. Beloved daughter of  Christiene White George, and the late Clem White, Jr....

Rondrique Javar Pierre

Rondrique Javar Pierre

Jan 5, 2020

Rondrique Javar Pierre entered peacefully into eternal rest on Sunday, January 5, 2020 at the age of 36. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Rondrique was educated in the Orleans Parish Public School System. He was formerly employed as a Stock Clerk and Grounds Keeper. Beloved son of Emelda Pierre and Rena Ventris, Jr. Grandson of...

DAVID TYRON DARANGUE

DAVID TYRON DARANGUE

Jan 4, 2020

David Tyron Darangue  entered into eternal rest on Saturday, January 4, 2020 at the age of 60. He was a native of Donaldsonville, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA.  David was a graduate of West Jefferson High School Class of 1978.  He was owner and operator of transportation  with United Logistics and Step N Slide Dance. Beloved  father of...

Andre C. Franklin,Sr.

Andre C. Franklin,Sr.

Jan 4, 2020

Andre Costimina Franklin peacefully transitioned to his Heavenly Home on Saturday, January 4, 2020 at Ochsner Foundation Hospital at the age of 65. He was a native of Napoleonville, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Andr was the entrepreneur of F & F Trucking Company, Atoula LLC, Atoula Auto Sales LLC and Andre Body and Fender & Shop.

Beloved...

LLOYD LEO BELLAIRE, SR.

LLOYD LEO BELLAIRE, SR.

Jan 3, 2020

Lloyd Leo Bellaire, Sr. entered into eternal rest at his residence on Friday, January 3, 2020 at the age of 84. He was a native of New  Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Lloyd served his country in the United States Army and was a retired Respiratory Therapist and Recreational Aide. Beloved husband of Annie Mae LaSalle Bellaire....

Diana Edwards Prater

Diana Edwards Prater

Jan 3, 2020

Diana Edwards Prater, age 72, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Friday, January 3, 2020 at her residence. She was a native of Kenner, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Diana was a retired Insurance Underwriter. She was the former owner of a Daycare Center and Prater & Prater Insurance Company. She was the organizer of the Back to...

JANICE ANN WRIGHT

JANICE ANN WRIGHT

Jan 3, 2020

Janice Ann Wright entered into eternal rest at University Medical Center  on Friday, January 3,  2020 at the age of 60. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA.  Janice was employed as an housekeeper with SS Motel and South China. Devoted mother  of Rufus, Craig, and Ranaada Wright, and the late Kizzy Smith...

AUDREY MAE LEWIS MITCHELL

AUDREY MAE LEWIS MITCHELL

Jan 2, 2020

Audrey Mae Lewis Mitchell transitioned to her forever home and eternal life on Thursday, January 2, 2020 in Meraux, LA, at the blessed age of 82.  She was a native and a long time resident of Westwego LA.  Audrey was a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School class of 1956, and she continued her education and became a Registered...

Larrielle RaeJane' Lemon

Larrielle RaeJane' Lemon

Jan 1, 2020

Larrielle RaeJane’ Lemon departed this life on Wednesday, January 1, 2020 at the age of 24. She was a native and resident of Marrero, LA. Larrielle attend John Ehret High School and would have attended Blue Cliff College this spring to receive her cosmetology license. Beloved daughter of Troy R. Lemon and the late Larry Williams. Granddaughter of Ernest Mayo,...

KIZZY MARIE WRIGHT-SMITH

KIZZY MARIE WRIGHT-SMITH

Dec 31, 2019

Kizzy Marie Wright Smith entered into eternal rest at Ochsner Foundation  Hospital on Tuesday, December 31, 2019 at the age of 41. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA.  Kizzy was employed as an certified nurse assistant. Beloved wife of Jermaine Smith. Devoted mother of Ronald R. Wright, Dalron G. Wright, Danika D....