Obituaries

Willie Junius McCall, Sr.

Willie Junius McCall, Sr.

Jan 1, 2019

Willie Junius McCall, Sr. entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, January 1, 2019 at West Jefferson Medical Center at the age of 85. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Willie was a retired maintenance worker with Avondale Shipyard for over 25 years and Cutcher Canning Company for over 30 plus years.

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Ronald Harrison

Ronald Harrison

Jan 1, 2019

Ronald Harrison entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, January 1, 2019 at the age of 59. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Dallas TX.  Ronald was a graduate of Booker T. Washington high School and Delta Community College.  He was an employee of Best Press Printing Company.  Ronald enjoyed traveling, laughing, participating in trivia...

Ernest Jackson, Jr.

Ernest Jackson, Jr.

Jan 1, 2019

Ernest “Pat” Jackson, Jr., departed this life on Passages Hospice on Tuesday, January, 1, 2019 at the age of 92. He was a native of Bridge City, LA and a resident of Avondale, LA. Ernest served his country in the U.S. Navy and he retired from Avondale Shipyard.

Husband of the late Clara West Jackson. Companion of the Josephine Veal...

Charles Edward Broome, Jr.

Charles Edward Broome, Jr.

Jan 1, 2019

Charles “Chucky” Edward Broome Jr., age 54, was granted his angel wings on Tuesday, January 1, 2019 surrounded by his loving family and devoted friends. He was a native of Marrero, LA and a resident Harvey, LA. Son of the late Charles Broome, Sr. and Lillian Turner Broome Mitchell. Stepson of the late Wesley Mitchell Sr. Beloved partner, best friend,...

Anna Belle Christian

Anna Belle Christian

Dec 30, 2018

Anna Belle Mitchell Christian entered into eternal rest on Sunday, December 30, 2018 at the age of 91. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA.

Beloved wife of the late Warren Christian, Sr. Devoted mother of Theresa Maria Christian, and the late Warren Christian, Jr., and Connie Ann Christian Weber. Daughter of the...

Carla Ellison Clayton

Carla Ellison Clayton

Dec 27, 2018

Carla Dedra “Edie” Ellison Clayton departed this life at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank on Thursday, December 27, 2018. She was a native of New Orleans, LA, former resident of Harvey, LA, and a presently residing in Marrero, LA. Edie, as she was affectionately known to family and friends will be remembered by all who knew her and loved her.

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John L. Carter, Sr.

John L. Carter, Sr.

Dec 26, 2018

John L. Carter, Sr., was called from earth to glory on Wednesday, December 26, 2018 at Touro Infirmary Hospital at the age of 82. He was a native of Magnolia MS, and a resident of Westwego, LA.

John was a retired owner of Carter’s Television and Appliance Repair, driver for Customs Bus Service and also a volunteer at Magnolia...

Ricardo Edward Brooks

Ricardo Edward Brooks

Dec 26, 2018

Ricardo Edward Brooks, an Army Veteran known to his family and friends as “Ricky”, passed away in Austin, TX on Wednesday, December 26, 2018, at the age of 53 years. He was a native of New Orleans, LA. He moved to Austin, TX in the late 1990’s, then later settled in San Antonio, TX where he would spend the rest...

Romalies Maurice Jones, Sr.

Romalies Maurice Jones, Sr.

Dec 25, 2018



Romalies Maurice Jones, Sr. departed this life at his residence on Tuesday, December 25, 2018 at the age of 63. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Avondale, LA. Romalies was a merchant seamen with Seafarers International Union. Devoted father of Romalies Jones, Jr., An’Janae Jones, and Melissa Collins. Son of the late Roy,...

Linda B Bunch

Linda B Bunch

Dec 25, 2018

Linda Brooks Bunch, age 73, was granted her angel wings on Tuesday, December 25, 2018 surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Avondale, LA.  Linda retired after 20 years of service with Winn Dixie Corporate office.      Beloved wife of 59 years to Eddie David Bunch.  Devoted mother of...

Kim Smith Allen

Kim Smith Allen

Dec 25, 2018

Kim Michelle Smith departed this life on Tuesday December 25, 2018 at Passages Hospice.

Beloved wife of the late Derrick Conner. Devoted mother of Shala Miller, Shavita Allen, Shaquita  Allen, Secdricka Allen, Salik Allen and the late Shanita Allen and Anita Miller. Daughter of Frank Miller Sr. and the late Shareta Miller. Sister of Frank Miller Jr, Verda Smith, April Stewart...

Calvin Clark, Jr.

Calvin Clark, Jr.

Dec 24, 2018

Calvin Clark, Jr. passed away on Monday, December 24, 2018 at his residence at the age of 75.

He was a native of Lake Charles, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Calvin was a retired mechanic with Bollinger Shipyard.

Father of Jacqueline “Jackie” Clark Franklin and Robert A. Clark. Grandfather of Verlin S. Franklin, Jr., Calvin Lamar Franklin, and...

Wilfred E. Stevens, Jr

Wilfred E. Stevens, Jr

Dec 23, 2018

Wilfred “DOOH” Stevens, Jr. departed this life on Sunday, December 23, 2018. He was a native of Bridge City, LA and resident of Spring, TX.  Wilfred will be remembered for his love of the bike life, helping and making people laugh.  Beloved son of Wilfred, Sr. and Beverly Stevens. Loving big brother of Kayla and KaDen Stevens.  Grandson of Calvin...

Alberta Pierre Southall

Alberta Pierre Southall

Dec 23, 2018

Alberta Pierre Southall entered into eternal rest at Passages Hospice on Sunday, December 23, 2018 at the age of 98. She was a native of Killona, LA and a resident of Baton Rouge, LA. Beloved wife of the late Rogers Southall. Devoted mother of Shirley Southall, Florence Jones and the late Amelia Southall Williams, and Rogers Southall, Jr. Grandmother of...

Bernadine Carter Smith

Bernadine Carter Smith

Dec 22, 2018

Bernadine “Deanie” Carter Smith departed this life at Marrero Health Care on Saturday, December 22, 2018 at the age of 77.  She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Avondale, LA.  Deanie, as she was affectionately called by family and friends was a retired custodian of East Jefferson Hospital and Howard Johnson Hotel. Loving mother of...

James S. Lynch III

James S. Lynch III

Dec 21, 2018

James S. Lynch III, age 38, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, December 21, 2018.  Beloved husband of Jacqueline G. Lynch.  Loving son of Nanette (Darryl) Shelly and James S. Lynch, Jr.  Grandson of Joyce Bouligney.  Brother of Joshua, Denzell, and Monique Lynch, and Breon Shelly.  Stepbrother of Ashton Hammond, Ashely Hammond, Carmen...

Maci Nyana Coleman

Maci Nyana Coleman

Dec 21, 2018

Maci “Maci Lou” Nyana Coleman, infant daughter of Marlon Coleman and Sharon Muse-Coleman passed peacefully on Friday, December 21, 2018, at Children’s Hospital. Maci laughed and smiled throughout her 2 months and 24 days; bringing joy and happiness to everyone she touched.  Loving little sister of Marlon Muse, Marlo , Anayia, and Mariah Coleman. Precious granddaughter of Joan Vincent, Brian...

Althea Alexander Henry

Althea Alexander Henry

Dec 20, 2018

Althea A. Henry departed this life at West Jefferson Medical Center on Tuesday, December 20, 2018 at the age of 64. She was a native of New Orleans, LA, a former resident of Oakville, LA and presently residing in Harvey, LA.

Beloved wife of the late Kermit Henry. Devoted mother of Cheryl, Kimlee, Kedrick , Montrice, Shawn, Henry, and the...

Gwendolyn Ophelia Eugene

Gwendolyn Ophelia Eugene

Dec 20, 2018

Gwendolyn Ophelia Eugene, age 66,  entered into eternal rest at her residence on Thursday, December 20, 2018, surrounded by her family. She was a native of  New Orleans, LA., and a resident of Westwego, LA. Devoted mother of Gwynette  Eugene. Daughter of  the late Audrey Lee Dixon and Samuel Eugene, Sr.Sister of Iola Onezine, Shelia ( Rev. Albert) Ketchens, Annette...

David McMillan, Sr.

David McMillan, Sr.

Dec 20, 2018

David McMillan, Sr. departed this life on Thursday, December 20, 2018 at the age of 89.  He was a native of Brandon, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA.  Beloved husband of the late Elodie Banks McMillan.  Loving father of Joan (Lee) Denomes, Elton (Christy) McMillan,  Elodie (Derrick, Sr.) Johnson, Ronald McMillan, Ernest McMillan, and the late  David (Robbie) McMillan,...