Obituaries

Pauline Fox Mason

Pauline Fox Mason

Jul 14, 2018

Pauline Fox Mason entered into eternal rest on Saturday, July 14, 2018 at West Jefferson Medical Center at the age of 97.  She was a native of McComb, MS and a resident of Marrero, LA.  She was a member of the Saturday Afternoon Club at Union Bethel A. M. E. Church.   Beloved wife of the late T. J. Mason.  Daughter...

Marzett Joel Holmes

Marzett Joel Holmes

Jul 14, 2018

Marzett Joel Holmes departed his life on Saturday, July 14, 2018 for a better life on the other side with the Lord at the age of 32. He was a native of Marrero, LA and a resident of Kenner, LA. Marzett was also known as Zett to all of his family and friends, he will always be remembered for his...

Joseph Roland Saul

Joseph Roland Saul

Jul 13, 2018

Joseph “Nick” Roland Saul, age 86, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Friday, July 13, 2018 at his residence.  He was a native of Vacherie, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA.  Joseph was a retired Welding Foreman.  He served his country during the Korean War as a member of the United States Army. Beloved husband of the late Amy...

Wanda Ann Gibson

Wanda Ann Gibson

Jul 12, 2018

Wanda Ann Gibson entered into eternal rest at her residence on Thursday, July 12, 2018 at the age of 51. She was a native and resident of Gretna, LA. Wanda was a Food Service Coordinator for Jefferson Council on Aging.

Devoted mother of Devon Gibson and Lionel Stewart, Jr. Grandmother of Dajavon Gibson and Kori Stewart. Beloved daughter of Rita...

Joseph Parks, Sr.

Joseph Parks, Sr.

Jul 12, 2018



Joseph Parks, Sr. entered into eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Thursday, July 12, 2018 at the age of 77. He was a native of St. Joseph, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA . Joseph was Taxi Driver and CEO of Parks Transportation for 55 years. Mr. Parks was an Ambassador for the City of New...

Leona Joann Dorsey

Leona Joann Dorsey

Jul 12, 2018

Leona “Joann” Dorsey entered eternal rest on Thursday, July 12, 2018 at the age of 57 in her home. Mrs. Dorsey was a native of Gretna, La and resident of New Orleans, La. She was a graduate of L.B. Landry High School. Beloved wife of the late Amos L. Dorsey, Sr. Devoted mother of Davian McCullen Morrell and the late...

Shelia Ann Hollins

Shelia Ann Hollins

Jul 11, 2018

Shelia Ann Hollins was called home by the Lord on Wednesday, July 11, 2018 at Baylor Scott and White in Irving, TX at the age of 66. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Terrytown, LA. Shelia was employed with the Jefferson Parish School System working at Marrero Middle School.

Loving wife of Warren Hollins,...

Paul Ray Porter, Sr.

Paul Ray Porter, Sr.

Jul 10, 2018

Paul Ray Porter, Sr. entered into eternal rest and was ushered into the presence of the Lord at his residence on Tuesday, July 10, 2018 at the age of 66. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and resident of Kenner, LA.

Husband of Lisha Porter. Father of Paul R. Porter, Jr., Nathaniel Porter (Valencia Bailey), and the late...

Ambrose Garrison

Ambrose Garrison

Jul 10, 2018

Ambrose Garrison entered into eternal rest at his residence on Tuesday, July 10, 2018 at the age of 77. He was a native of Lemonville, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Ambrose was employed by GES Services as a Creative Floor Design Technician for many years.

Loving husband of Gwendolyn L. Garrison of 40 years. Devoted father of Alcide...

Terraneka Shavon Harris

Terraneka Shavon Harris

Jul 9, 2018

Terraneka Shavon Harris departed this life on Monday, July 9, 2018 at the age of 26.  She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Duluth, GA.  Terraneka was a graduate of Peachtree Ridge High School in Suwanee, GA.  She was employed with Primerica as a customer service representative. Loving daughter of Terrance Harris and Tremeka Day-Graham. ...

Eugene Lee Dedeaux, Jr.

Eugene Lee Dedeaux, Jr.

Jul 8, 2018

Eugene Lee Dedeaux, Jr. went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 8, 2018 at his residence at the age of 85.  He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA.  Eugene is survived by a host of children, grandchildren, great grandchildren other relatives and friends.  Burial will be private.  

Carolyn P. Martin

Carolyn P. Martin

Jul 8, 2018

Carolyn P. Martin entered into eternal rest on Sunday, July 8, 2018 at West Jefferson Medical Center at the age of 54. She was a native and lifelong resident of Marrero, LA. Carolyn worked at West Jefferson Medical Center for 12 years as a Transport Team Leader in the Transport Department.

Beloved wife of Arthur Martin. Devoted mother of Micah...

Allain Harvey Foster

Allain Harvey Foster

Jul 8, 2018

Allain Harvey Foster entered into eternal rest on Sunday, July 8, 2018 at Ochsner Foundation Hospital at the age of 65. She was a native of Pointe A La Hache, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA.

Beloved wife of Emile Foster, Sr. Devoted mother of Tara P. Encalade, Raven T. Encalade, Joshua M. Foster, and Joseph R. Foster. Daughter...

Howard Price, Sr.

Howard Price, Sr.

Jul 8, 2018

Howard Price, Sr. departed this life on Sunday, July 8, 2018 at the age of 78.  He was a native and resident of Algiers, LA.  Loving father of Rogers, Howard, Jr. (Sabrina), and Ryan (Andrea) Price.  Son of the late Lawrence Price, Sr. and Helen Benn Price.  Brother of Lawrence Price, Jr., Altar (Irvin) Butler, Joyce Price, Catherine Phoenix, Leona (Gene)...

Claudette Payne

Claudette Payne

Jul 7, 2018

Claudette Payne entered into eternal rest on Saturday, July 7, 2018 at her residence at the age of 62. She was a native and resident of Gretna, LA. Claudette was a store manager for K-Mart.

Devoted mother of Danielle Miller and Kenisha Miller. Daughter of Sophia Logan. Stepdaughter of the late Roy Logan. Granddaughter of the late Henry Payne and...

Swane Tyler Blackmore

Swane Tyler Blackmore

Jul 7, 2018

Swane Tyler Blackmore departed this life on Saturday, July 7, 2018 at the age of 23.  He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA.  Swane was a graduate of Archbishop Shaw High School and continued his studies at Southeastern University and Louisiana Technical College.  Loving son of Swane R. Blackmore and Yolanda Blackmore.  Beloved grandson of Margaret Blackmore...

George Gandy, Sr.

George Gandy, Sr.

Jul 7, 2018

George Gandy, Sr. entered into eternal rest on Saturday, July 7, 2018 at the age of 85.  He was a native of Richton, MS and a resident of Marrero, LA.  George served his country as a member of the United States Army and received the Meritorious Performance Award.  He was a retired Crane Operator/Sandblast Technician of the U. S. Coast...

Thomas Jones, Jr.

Thomas Jones, Jr.

Jul 7, 2018

Thomas Jones, Jr. entered into eternal rest at his residence on Saturday, July 7, 2018 at the age of 66.

He was a native of Avondale, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Thomas was owner and founder of Jones Upholstery.

Son of the late Thomas Jones, Sr. and Celestine H. Jones. Grandson of the late Allen, Sr. and...

Solomon David Lewis, Sr.

Solomon David Lewis, Sr.

Jul 4, 2018

Solomon “Major” David Lewis, Sr. entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, July 4, 2018 at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank at the age of 73.  He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA.  Solomon was a retired Maintenance Worker of the Avenue Plaza Hotel.  Beloved husband of Verlia Mae Lewis.  Loving father of Solomon Lewis,...

Tanisha Claudia Davis

Tanisha Claudia Davis

Jul 3, 2018

Tanisha C. Davis entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, July 3, 2018 at the age of 45. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA.  Tanisha was a graduate of O. Perry Walker High School. Loving mother of Rodrick Young. Daughter of Carolyn McNulty and the late James Davis.  Stepdaughter of the late Bruce McNulty.  Granddaughter of Evelyn...