Obituaries

Leah D. Martin

Leah D. Martin

Sep 14, 2019

Leah D. Martin entered peacefully into eternal rest on at her residence on Saturday, September 14, 2019 at the age of 84. She was a native of Maurice, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Beloved wife of Richard Martin by second marriage and the late Jessie Prejean by first marriage. Loving mother of Gerald L. (Jolinda) Pejean, Sr., Geraldine...

Adeline Hart

Adeline Hart

Sep 14, 2019

Adeline Hart, age 91, entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Saturday, September 14, 2019. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Adeline was a retired presser of T-N-T Cleaners. Beloved wife of the late Richard Hart, Sr. Loving mother of Roy Gaines, Elaine Hart, Rogers, Hart, Ethel Hart, Ann Ferrygood,...

Trishana Martin Barnes

Trishana Martin Barnes

Sep 12, 2019

Trishana Michelle Martin Barnes departed this life on Thursday, September 12, 2019 at West Jefferson Medical Center at the age of 28. She was a native and resident of Marrero, LA. Wife of Nigel Barnes, Sr. Loving mother of Niaya and Nigel Barnes. Beloved daughter of Elma Martin and Ronald Young. Sister of Julia and Selena Martin, Ronald and Darius...

GLORIA ROCKQUELL GARCIA

GLORIA ROCKQUELL GARCIA

Sep 12, 2019

Gloria “Wallie” “Quell” Rockquell Garcia was called home by her heavenly Father on Thursday, September 12, 2019 at the age of 35. Companion of Marqule Craft. Devoted mother of Kendra,  Kendrell, Jr., Kentrell, and King Friloux, and Marqule Craft, Jr. Daughter of the late Juan and Elaine Garcia. Stepdaughter of  Vernon Coleman. Granddaughter of the late  Noah and Thelma Hampton....

Pastor Emertius Edward Joseph, Sr.

Pastor Emertius Edward Joseph, Sr.

Sep 12, 2019

Rev. Edward Joseph, Sr., age 88, Pastor Emeritus of Greater Mount Nebo Baptist Church of Harvey, LA was called home by his heavenly father on Thursday, September 12, 2019 at West Jefferson Medical Center surrounded by his loving family. Affectionately known as “Rev.” “Ed” and “Grandfather”, Pastor Joseph was a native of St. James, LA and a resident of Marrero,...

Victoria Marie Blount

Victoria Marie Blount

Sep 11, 2019

Victoria Marie Blount, age 63, departed this life on Wednesday, September 11, 2019 at her residence. She was a native of Sunflower, MS and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Victoria was a graduate of Priestly High School and formerly employed as a Certified Nursing Assistant. Devoted mother of Derrick M. Blount and Standish L. Blount. Loving grandmother of Derrion...

LUCILLE LOUIS THOMAS

LUCILLE LOUIS THOMAS

Sep 11, 2019

 

Lucille Louis Thomas entered into eternal rest at her residence on Wednesday, September  11, 2019 at the age76. She was a native of St. Martinville, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Lucille was a retired order filler with K&B Drug Store. Beloved wife of the late  Joe Louis Thomas.  Devoted mother  of Joe, Jr., Gerald, Sharon, and Patricia....

CLAUDIA ANN DANIEL RIDEN

CLAUDIA ANN DANIEL RIDEN

Sep 10, 2019

Claudia Ann Daniel Riden departed this life on Tuesday, September 10, 2019 in Baton Rouge, LA. @ 2:44a.m. Beloved wife of Zackary T. Riden. Devoted mother of Ashley Hills and Christopher Cospy. Daughter of Jimmie Lee Journee and Marie Ellen Ricard. Sister of Christine Johnson, Donald L. Daniel, Deardra (Cornell) Jackson, Claudell  (Mark) Lawes, Dalton L. (Sonya) Journee, Gillian L....

ADRIANNE MARIE RIVERS THOMPSON

ADRIANNE MARIE RIVERS THOMPSON

Sep 9, 2019

Adrianne Marie Rivers Thompson departed this life to be with the Lord on Monday, September 9, 2019 at the age of 63. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Ann as she was affectionately known by family and friends was employed as a clerk with the Orleans Parish Sewerage Board for over 30 years of service. Beloved...

EMMA JEAN DOSS HAYNES

EMMA JEAN DOSS HAYNES

Sep 8, 2019

Emma Jean Doss Haynes entered into eternal rest at her residence  on Sunday, September 8,  2019 at the age of 66. She was a native of Algiers, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Beloved wife of  43 years to Joseph Haynes, Sr. Devoted mother of Joseph Haynes, Jr.,  Justin Haynes,  Jon Alvin Haynes, and Tina (Pastor Sedgerick) Lee.  Grandmother...

PASTOR JAMES CHEATTEAM

PASTOR JAMES CHEATTEAM

Sep 8, 2019

Pastor James Cheatteam entered into eternal rest at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank on Sunday, September 8, 2019 at the age of 58. He was a native of Harvey, LA and a resident of Terrytown, LA. Rev. Cheatteam was installed as pastor of Sunrise Baptist Church in 1998. Beloved husband of the late Shannon Cheatteam. Devoted father of Tamara (Van) Rodney,...

BETTY HOLMES CROSSGROW

BETTY HOLMES CROSSGROW

Sep 8, 2019

Betty Holmes Crossgrow entered into eternal rest at her residence on Sunday, September 8, 2019 at the age of 88. She was a native of Ferriday, LA and a resident of Avondale, LA. Betty was a retired caregiver with Dependable Nursing Care Service. Devoted wife of the late Charlie Crossgrow,  II. Belove mother of Lillie Felix (Jerome) Hicks,  Margaret Gloster,...

GENOVIA MARSHALL JOHNSON

GENOVIA MARSHALL JOHNSON

Sep 8, 2019

Genovia Marshall Johnson  entered into eternal rest on Sunday, September 8, 2019 at the age of 81. She was a native of Edgard, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Genovia was a retired employee of the Jefferson Parish School System with over 37 years of service as cafeteria technician. Devoted mother of Rev. George (Valery) Green, Jr. , GeJoan...

James Earle Denison, Jr.

James Earle Denison, Jr.

Sep 7, 2019

James Earle Denison, Jr. passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 7, 2019 at the age of 81. He was a native of Memphis, TN and a resident of Marrero, LA. James was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force. James was a retired Stage Hand with Local 39, and a volunteer fireman with Marrero Estelle Fire Department. Beloved...

CHARLES LEE MAR

CHARLES LEE MAR

Sep 7, 2019

Charles Lee Mar entered into eternal rest at his residence on Saturday, September 7, 2019 at the age 85. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Charles served his country in the Unites States Army, and he retired after 27 years as a letter carrier with the Gretna Post Office. Beloved husband of...

Michelle Audrey Kennedy

Michelle Audrey Kennedy

Sep 7, 2019

Michelle Audrey Kennedy earned her earthly wings on Saturday, September 7, 2019 at the age of 35. She was a native of Marrero, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Meedy, as she was affectionately known to family and friends was a graduate of L. W. Higgins High School, and continued her education at Gretna Career College earning a certification...

Jessie Mae Smith Munson

Jessie Mae Smith Munson

Sep 6, 2019

Jessie Mae Smith Munson, age 77, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Friday, September 6, 2019, surrounded by her loving family. She was a native of Minter City, MS and a resident of Gretna, LA. Jessie was a former Medical Secretary of South Jefferson, and retired employee of Exceed Their Needs, where she worked with children with disabilities. She was...

Olivia Moses Bailey

Olivia Moses Bailey

Sep 5, 2019

Olivia Moses Bailey, age 88, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Thursday, September 5, 2019 at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank. She was a native and resident of Gretna, LA. Olivia was a graduate of L. B. High School and Jefferson Parish Westbank Vocational Center. She was employed at Mt. Zion Baptist Church for 50 years, as the church secretary. Loving...

Ella Mae Vinette Smothers

Ella Mae Vinette Smothers

Sep 4, 2019

Ella Mae Vinette Smothers entered peacefully into eternal rest on Wednesday, September 4, 2019 at the age of 92. She was a native of Vacherie, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Beloved wife of the late Leon Smother, Sr. Loving mother of Leon (Kathleen) Smothers, Jr., Leona Carter, Beatrice Vincent, Angel (Randy) Hill, and the late Leo Smothers. Daughter...