Obituaries

Elizabeth Russell Zimmerman

Elizabeth Russell Zimmerman

Jun 16, 2018

Elizabeth C. Zimmerman entered into eternal rest at Wynhoven Healthcare Center on Saturday, June 16, 2018 at the age of 89. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA.

Devoted mother of Gail Russell-Wyre, Lisa Russell, Eric Zimmerman, Stanley Zimmerman, Jeffery Zimmerman, Monica Zimmerman, Greta Zimmerman and the late Linus Zimmerman, and Darryl Russell. Daughter of the...

Penny Brown Carter

Penny Brown Carter

Jun 15, 2018

 

Penny Brown Carter entered into eternal at JoEllen Smith Convalescent Center on Friday, June 15, 2018 at the age of 53. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Companion of Freddie W. Ellison. Loving mother of Azaa A. Carter. Beloved daughter of Terry and Josephine Brown. Granddaughter of the late William and...

Bobby Price

Bobby Price

Jun 15, 2018

Bobby $ Price was born to Ruel Price and Bessie (Guess) Price in Shreveport, LA on March 4,

1932. The family later moved to Meridian, MS, to a small farm. He graduated from Meridian High School and enlisted in the Air Force during the Korean War. He received an honorable discharge after his service. Bob received a full scholarship...

Alice Elizabeth White

Alice Elizabeth White

Jun 11, 2018

Alice White, age 86, entered into eternal rest on Monday, June 11, 2018 in Moreno Valley, CA.  She was a native of Cannonsburg, MS, a former resident of New Orleans, LA and presently residing in Moreno Valley, Ca.  She was a graduate of Gilbert Academy and Dillard University, where she obtained a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Elementary Education and...

Albert Craige, Sr.

Albert Craige, Sr.

Jun 10, 2018

Albert Craige, Sr., entered into eternal rest on Sunday, June 10, 2018 at his residence at the age of 77. He was a native of Hinds County, MS and a resident of Avondale, LA. Albert was a retired truck driver. Husband of the late Joyce Craig. Father of Ennis (Lionel) Jones, Tracy Craig, Tammy Craig, Albert (Claudia) Craige, Jr., Shannon...

Betty Bush Williams

Betty Bush Williams

Jun 8, 2018

Betty Bush Williams entered into eternal rest on Friday, June 8, 2018 at the age of 77.  She was a native of Lafourche Parish, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA.  Beloved wife of Freddie Williams, Jr. Loving mother of Celestine Walton.  Daughter of the late Juanita Bush. Granddaughter of the late Louis Lawrence.  Sister of Benny, Stanley, Darnell, Barbara,...

Lona D. Moore

Lona D. Moore

Jun 8, 2018

Lona Louise Davis Moore entered into eternal rest on Friday, June 8, 2018 at her residence at the age of 70.  She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey LA.  Lona was a graduate of Delta Business College, and a retired receptionist of the Better Business Bureau.  Beloved wife of Edd Freddie Moore.  Loving mother...

Gregory Washington

Gregory Washington

Jun 8, 2018

Gregory Washington departed this life on Friday, June 8, 2018 at West Jefferson Medical Center at the age of 60.  He was a native of Gibson, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA.  Beloved husband of 25 years to Bobbie Washington.  Loving father of Tina, Demeka, and Latrena Taylor of Michigan, Leatrice (Edward) Reynolds, Shatara (Warren) Edmond, and Kenneth Odom. ...

Adolph James Creighton, Sr.

Adolph James Creighton, Sr.

Jun 5, 2018

Adolph “Grandpaw Rapper” James Creighton (Crayton). peacefully departed this earthly life on Monday, June 4, 2018 at Passages Hospice at the age of 77. He was a native of Donaldsonville, LA and a resident of Crowley, LA. James served his country in the United States Marine Corps.

Devoted husband of Cynthia Lewis-Creighton. Father of Adolph “Samson” James Creighton, Jr.,...

Ida Mayfield Taplett

Ida Mayfield Taplett

Jun 5, 2018

Ida Mayfield Taplett entered peacefully into eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at the age of 83.  She was a native of Oakville, LA and a resident of Terrytown, LA. Devoted mother of Lawrence (Adrian) Mayfield and Kenneth Taplett.  Loving grandmother of Yolanda Massey, Tysheka Taplett Green (Therol, Jr.), and the late Shannon Mayfield. ...

Leonard James Lawrence

Leonard James Lawrence

Jun 4, 2018

Leonard James Lawrence departed this life at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank on Monday, June 4, 2018 at the age of 61.  He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA.  Leonard was employed as a Senior Electronic Technician with the NOPD.  Devoted father of Chavon M. Lawrence.  Loving grandfather of Chandrick L. Lawrence.  Son of...

Willie M. Walker, Sr.

Willie M. Walker, Sr.

Jun 3, 2018

Willie M. Walker, Sr., a retired supervisor of the Department of Veterans Affairs, departed this life at the age of 77.  He was a native of White Castle, LA and a resident of Reserve, LA.  Willie served his country as a member of the United Stated Marine Corps.  Loving father of Joy (Calvin) Slocum, Julie (William) Tumblin, Willie, Jr., Joseph...

Ruby Coler Smith

Ruby Coler Smith

Jun 2, 2018

Ruby Elaine Coler Smith entered into eternal rest on Saturday, June 2, 2018 at Carrington Place at the age of 62. She was a native of Marrero, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA.  Ruby was employed at Our Lady of Wisdom as a certified nursing assistant.  Devoted mother of Herchell Marie Hill, Chanda Danielle Hill, Joy  Lynn Coler, and...

Clarence Johnson

Clarence Johnson

Jun 2, 2018

Clarence Johnson, a retired RTA bus driver, departed this life at West Jefferson Medical Center on Saturday, June 2, 2108. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Clarence was a graduate of Joseph S Clark Class of 1963 and served in the US Army for 12 years receiving a National Defense Service Metal.

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Gloria Nelson Keller

Gloria Nelson Keller

Jun 1, 2018

Gloria “Bobby” “Barbara” Geraldine Nelson Keller, age 81, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 1, 2018, at 3:21 am. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. She worked at Schnell Restaurant and Frazier’s Connection. Beloved wife of the late Eliot Keller. Devoted mother of Alius Keller, Sr., Stanford Keller,...

Maurice Edward Smith

Maurice Edward Smith

Jun 1, 2018

Maurice E. Smith departed this earthly life on Friday, June 1, 2018 at his residence at the age of 73.  He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Avondale, LA. Beloved companion of Tongia A. Anderson.  Loving father of Marla, Kristin, Maurice, Jr., Maurice, Jr., Bryan, Makeeda, Maurice “Lil Maurice”, Jehrana, and Jashauna.  Son of the...

Henry Douglas Norton

Henry Douglas Norton

May 31, 2018

 

Apostle Henry D. Norton, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, May 31, 2018 at the age of 75. He was a native of Greenville, S. C., and a resident of Harvey, LA. Loving husband of Pastor Mary Norton of 51 years. Devoted father of Katrina (Elder Gregory) Jackson, Carolyn (Prophet James) Johnson, Prophetess Serena (Apostle Jammie) Ford, Joanna Norton,...

Sterling Ray Ventris

Sterling Ray Ventris

May 30, 2018

Sterling Ray Ventris was called home to rest with the Lord on Wednesday, May 30, 2018 at the age of 45. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Meraux, LA. Sterl, as he was affectionately known to family and friends was an avid New Orleans Saints fan and volunteer coach for his community’s basketball and...

David Knight, Jr.

David Knight, Jr.

May 29, 2018

David “Big 9“ Knight, Jr. departed this life at on Tuesday, May 29, 2018 at the age of 64. He was a native of Avondale, LA , and a resident of Seattle, WA for 19 years. David was employed with Crothall Healthcare as an Environmental Service Technician.

Devoted father of Crystal Perkins of Belle Chasse, LA, David Knight, III...

Catherine Dumas Washington

Catherine Dumas Washington

May 29, 2018

Catherine Nell Dumas Washington entered peacefully into eternal rest on Tuesday, May 29, 2018 at Ochsner Foundation Hospital at the age of 60.  She was native of New Orleans, La and a resident of Marrero, LA.  Catherine was a graduate of John H. Martyn High School and Delta Junior College. She was a former CNA at West Jefferson Medical Center. ...

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