Obituaries

Kirk Clement

Kirk Clement

Dec 30, 2019

Kirk Clement, age 66, entered into eternal rest on Monday, December 30, 2019 at West Jefferson Medical Center. He was a native and resident of Marrero, LA. Kirk was a graduate of Lincoln High School. He was a veteran of the United States Army, and a former employee of Hydril Company and K&B Drugs. Beloved son of the late Welton...

WILLIE FRANK WILSON

WILLIE FRANK WILSON

Dec 29, 2019

Willie Frank Wilson transitioned peacefully on Sunday, December 29, 2019, at Bayside Nursing Home in Gretna, LA.  He was a native of Hazelhurst, MS and a resident of Harvey, LA . Willie was a retired supervisor with the Regional Transit Authority.  Beloved husband of 32 years  the late Willie Mae Ambrose. Devoted father of  Gidget Michele Mitchell, Bridget Chantele Ambrose,...

MALCOLM HARRIS, SR.

MALCOLM HARRIS, SR.

Dec 28, 2019

Malcolm Harris, Sr. departed this life at his residence on Saturday, December 28, 2019 at the age of 80.  Beloved husband of 50 years to  the late Bettie Bradley Harris. Devoted father of Dennis (Eleanor), Malcolm, Jr. (Ira), Marlon (Naimah), and Trinette Harris. Son of the late Rubin and Emma Harris. Brother of Solomon, Dwight, James, and Warren (Rose) Harris,...

Carolyn Ann Ball

Carolyn Ann Ball

Dec 27, 2019

Carolyn Ann Baker Ball, age 60, entered into eternal rest on Friday, December 27, 2019 at the age of 60. She was a native of Avondale, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Beloved wife of the late Stanley Ball. Devoted mother of Nakisha Baker, Reggie Baker, and Desaree Baker. Loving daughter of Herbert Baker and the late Pearlie Mae...

Drake Anthony Coleman

Drake Anthony Coleman

Dec 26, 2019

Drake “Drizzy” Anthony Coleman, Sr. entered into eternal rest on Thursday, December 26, 2019 at the age of 28. He was a native of Marrero, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Drake was a graduate of Metro Christian Academy. He was employed as a Carpenter and Landscaper with Freeman Warehouse and Coven Lawn Service. Loving son of Johnnie Davis,...

Arthur Louis Hill

Arthur Louis Hill

Dec 25, 2019

Arthur Louis Hill departed this life on Wednesday, December 25, 2019 at the age of 73. He was a native of Waterproof, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Arthur was a graduate of Lincoln High School, and he attended Grambling State University. He was a retired employee of Cargill Grain Elevator. Beloved husband of Pamela Boston Hill. Devoted father...

ANTHONY L. MARGIN, SR.

ANTHONY L. MARGIN, SR.

Dec 25, 2019

Anthony Lionel Margin, Sr. entered into eternal rest at Riverbend Nursing Home on Wednesday, December 25, 2019 at the age of 83. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and lived in Algiers for over 40 years. Anthony affectionately known as “Slim” and “Tony retired after 38 years  as a welder with Point Eight Power.Devoted husband of the late Lois...

Kerry Eugene Davis

Kerry Eugene Davis

Dec 23, 2019

Kerry Eugene Davis entered into eternal rest at Southeast Louisiana Veterans Hospital on Monday, December 23, 2019 at the age of 57. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Kerry was a graduate of O. Perry Walker High School. He served his country as a member of the United States Air Force and received the Air Force...

Miriam Sumner Fobb

Miriam Sumner Fobb

Dec 22, 2019

Miriam “May May” Sumner Fobb entered into eternal rest at her residence on Sunday, December 22, 2019 at the age of 68. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Miriam was a retired certified nurse assistant with a home health agency. Devoted mother of Remeika Fobb-Daniels, Jerome (LaToya) Fobb, Jr., Johans Fobb, Sr.,...

Don Bennett

Don Bennett

Dec 22, 2019

Don Bennett entered into the gates of heaven to take his rest on Sunday, December 22, 2019 at the age of 35. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Don was a graduate of Walter L. Cohen Senior High School. Devoted father of Brittney Steadman, Donyell Bennett, Phillip Daniels, Donyana Bennett and Kameron Bennett. Loving son of...

DOLORES D. SMITH

DOLORES D. SMITH

Dec 22, 2019

Dolores D. Smith entered into eternal rest at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank on Sunday, December 22, 2019. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Dolores was a retired custodian with the Jefferson Parish School System. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Smith. Devoted mother Samuelle, Pat (Tyan), Jackie (Albert), Michael (Vora), Carlin, Darrell,...

MARY ANN WILLIAMS

MARY ANN WILLIAMS

Dec 21, 2019

Mary Ann “Poochie” Williams gained her wings at West Jefferson Medical Center on Saturday, December  21, 2019 at the age of 73. She was a native of Westwego, LA and a lifetime resident of Marrero, LA. Beloved mother of Todd and Brian Williams, Tammy (Robert) Gumm, Sr, and the late Carl Williams. Grandmother of  Adamnisha, Carletta, and Tatiana Williams, Robert,...

ABY MILLRO, JR.

ABY MILLRO, JR.

Dec 20, 2019

Aby Millro, Jr. peacefully passed away on Friday, December 20, 2019. He was a native of New Orleans, LA  and a resident of Houston, TX since 2005. Aby was a construction worker and laborer with the housing division for the City of New Orleans. Beloved husband of  Moweaner Millro. Father of Rodrick, Terryann, and Damond Millro, Alfred, Angela, Michael, and...

Dorothy Mae Wing

Dorothy Mae Wing

Dec 20, 2019

Dorothy Mae Howard Wing entered peacefully into eternal rest on Friday, December 20, 2019 at the age of 83. She was a native of St. Joseph, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Dorothy was a graduate of Lincoln High School and a retired Nursing Assistant. Beloved wife of the late George Wing, Jr. Loving mother of Donna W. (Curtis)...

ALMA LEE MICKEL NELSON

ALMA LEE MICKEL NELSON

Dec 19, 2019

Alma Lee Mickel Nelson, departed her earthly tabernacle on Thursday, December 19, 2019 at the age of 71.  She was retired License Practical Nurse. Alma was a native of Hazelhurst, MS and resident of Marrero, LA. She was a 1966 graduate of Lincoln HS and Louisiana Technical Institute. Devoted mother of  Angela Nelson (aka Katrice Briggs). Beloved daughter of Bertha...

Valencia W. Gallot

Valencia W. Gallot

Dec 15, 2019

Valencia Williams Gallot entered into eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Saturday, December 14, 2019 at the age of 45. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and resident of Westwego, LA. Beloved wife of Martin Gallot, Sr. Devoted mother of  Maisie Gallot and Martin Gallot, Jr. Grandmother of Tahj Gallot. Daughter  of the late Alberta Williams...

Keith Thomas, Sr.

Keith Thomas, Sr.

Dec 15, 2019

Keith Thomas Sr. peacefully transitioned into eternal rest on Sunday, December 15, 2019 at the age of 53. He was a native of Gretna, LA, and a resident of Manvel, TX, he resided in the suburban Houston, TX area for the past 31 years. Keith was employed as an IT Sales Director with Alcatel-Lucent. He was an active member of...

Herman Joseph Derouen

Herman Joseph Derouen

Dec 15, 2019

Herman J. Derouen entered into eternal rest at Passages Hospice in New Orleans on Sunday, December 15, 2019 at the age of 80.  He was a native of New Iberia, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Herman graduated from Jonas Henderson High School in New Iberia, and served four years in the United States Air Force.  He was a...

Rose Eves Ketchens

Rose Eves Ketchens

Dec 14, 2019

Rose Eves Ketchens, age 87, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Saturday, December 14, 2019 at Clarity Hospice of Baton Rouge. She was a native of Pass Christian, MS and a former resident of both New Orleans, LA and Los Angeles, CA, before relocating to Gonzales, LA. Beloved wife of the late Douglas Maurice Ketchens, Sr. Lovng mother of Allen...

ROY C. HAMPTON

ROY C. HAMPTON

Dec 13, 2019

 

Roy “Hambone” Clifford Hampton Sr. departed this life at West Jefferson Medical Center on Friday, December 13, 2019 at the age of 84. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Roy was a retired pipefitter with Avondale Shipyard. Beloved husband of the late Dolores Tabb Hampton. Devoted father of Wayne Sr. (Deidre), Glenn...