Obituaries

Tanya Anderson Rose

Tanya Anderson Rose

Sep 25, 2017

Tanya Rose departed this life at Touro Hospital on Monday, September 25, 2017 at the age of 49. She was a native and lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA. Beloved wife of the late Devin Mark Rose. Loving mother of Kenny Anderson, Devinette Rose, Tariyon, De’Andre, Ireon, Kavon, Da’Jah, Davon and Devin Green. Devoted grandmother of Kenny Anderson, Jr., Devonta...

Albert Williams

Albert Williams

Sep 23, 2017

Albert “Doom” Williams entered into eternal rest on Saturday, September 23, 2017.

Son of the late Joseph, Sr. and Rose Mitchell Williams. Brother of Rose Williams Smith and the late Lawrence, Edward, Herbert, Joseph, Jr., and Henry Williams, Alfreda Diggs, and Arizina Jackson, also survived by a host of other nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

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Ida Alexander Smith

Ida Alexander Smith

Sep 20, 2017

Ida Alexander Smith, age 68, departed this life on Wednesday September 20, 2017 at her residence. She was a native of Bridge City, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Ida was a graduate of West Jefferson High School and Xavier University of New Orleans. She was an educator with the Jefferson Parish Public School Systems and Orleans Parish School...

Cornelious Hurst, Jr.

Cornelious Hurst, Jr.

Sep 20, 2017

Cornelious Junius Hurst, Jr. departed this life at West Jefferson Medical Center on Wednesday, September 20, 2017 at the age 67. He was a native of Napoleonville, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Cornelious was a retired employee of Dixie Parking. Loving father of Nicola Hurst, Angela (John III) Johnson, Lillian Hurst, Jason Hurst, Jahmal Hurst and Jose’...

Stewart Hartman, Jr.

Stewart Hartman, Jr.

Sep 19, 2017

Stewart Hartman, Jr. entered into eternal rest at his cousin’s residence on Tuesday, September 19, 2017 at the age of 71. He was a native of Gretna, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA.

Devoted father of Dimitris Moore, Stewart Hartman, III , and Tommy Roy Smith. Son of the late Stewart Hartman, Sr. and Beatrice Lewis Lyons. Stepbrother of...

Barbara Williams

Barbara Williams

Sep 16, 2017

Barbara “Teba” Williams gained her wings as an angel on Saturday, September 16, 2017 at the age of 61. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Devoted mother of Lionel (Jenise) Williams, Bryan Williams, and Denise Williams. Grandmother of Jahide Williams, Alexis Zavithsanos, Jahliani Perry, and Cameron Williams. Daughter of the late Bertha...

Oscar Williams, Jr.

Oscar Williams, Jr.

Sep 15, 2017

Oscar Williams, Jr., age 90, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Friday, September 15, 2017 at his residence. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Oscar was a retired Cement Finisher of Local 600. Loving father of Gilda Cox, Elois Bell, and the late Ella Hollins and Brady Williams. Son of the late Oscar Williams, Sr. and...

Arthur Washington, Sr

Arthur Washington, Sr

Sep 14, 2017

Arthur Washington, Sr., age 83, departed this life on Thursday, September 14, 2017 at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank. He was a native and resident of Gretna, LA. Arthur was a retired employee of La. Dept of Transportation and Development. Loving father of Arthur Washington, Jr., Don Edmond (Joyce) Washington I, Brenetta W. Meads, and the late Rodney G. Washington I....

Leo R. Thompson, Jr.

Leo R. Thompson, Jr.

Sep 14, 2017

Leo Richard Thompson, Jr., age 69, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, September 14, 2017 at West Jefferson Medical Center. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Leo was a graduate of Lincoln High School and Southern University. He was employed as a Financial Consultant. Loving father of Reginald Lee Thompson. Stepfather of...

Evonne W. Bailey

Evonne W. Bailey

Sep 14, 2017

Evonne White Bailey entered into eternal peace on Thursday, September 14, 2017 in Houston, TX at the age of 77. She was a native of Nairn, LA and a resident Marrero, LA. Beloved wife of the late Leon Joseph Bailey. Loving mother of Renny White and Wanda Hunter Lewis. Honorary mother of Lorraine. Grandmother of LeeShawn Lewis (Charlie, Jr.) Brown,...

Elizabeth B. Harris

Elizabeth B. Harris

Sep 13, 2017

Elizabeth Ann Harris entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at the age of 77. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Beloved wife of the late Johnnie Harris. Devoted mother of Michael Harris, Sr. (Nancy Iron). Grandmother of Michael Harris, Jr., Johnathan A. Harris and Elise M. Harris. Daughter of the late Frank and...

Darlene Jones Millsaps

Darlene Jones Millsaps

Sep 12, 2017

Darlene Jones Millsaps, age 58, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at her residence. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Darlene was a graduate of L. W. Higgins High School and Moler Beauty College. She also attended Xavier University of New Orleans where she studied vocal music. Darlene...

Michael Edward Randolph

Michael Edward Randolph

Sep 9, 2017

Michael Edward Randolph, age 56, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, September 9, 2017 at West Jefferson Medical Center. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Michael attended West Jefferson High School and was employed as a welder. Loving father of Michael McCoy, A’nisha Diggs and Meshellay Jasmine- Alisa Hardy. Beloved son of...

Anglenell Stewart Collier

Anglenell Stewart Collier

Sep 7, 2017

Anglenell Stewart Collier entered peacefully into eternal rest surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, September 7, 2017 at the age of 46. She was Co-Owner of the Launching Pad Learning Center. Anglenell was a native and resident of Bridge City, LA.

Devoted mother of Sarai’ I. Collier. Daughter of the late Rev. Richard Stewart, Sr. and Missionary Dorothy J....

Albert Sparks

Albert Sparks

Sep 6, 2017

Albert “Sunny” Anthony Sparks entered into eternal rest on Wednesday September 6, 2017 at West Jefferson Medical Center at the age of 80. He was a native of Waterproof, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Albert was a retired employee with Southern Scrap Yard as truck driver for 40 years.

Beloved father of Anthony and Shelia Harris Singleton,...

Cierra Mykeisha Green

Cierra Mykeisha Green

Sep 6, 2017

Cierra Mykeisha Green entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, September 6, 2017. She was a cook at Café Reconcile.

Companion of Jyron J. Alexander. Devoted mother London D. Green, Sydney D. Green, and Savannah D. Green. Beloved daughter of Onimisha T. Green. Granddaughter of Edward Clayton and Louise Green. Sister of Darrian C. Green, George K. Gratehouse, Devon C. Green,...

Darin Michael Perry, Sr.

Darin Michael Perry, Sr.

Sep 5, 2017

Darin “Big Chief” Michael Perry departed this life on Tuesday, September 5, 2017 at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank at the age of 52. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Darin was employed as a Commercial Building Painter. He was Big Chief of Wild Red Flames Indian Tribe. Beloved husband of Karen Lewis Perry. Loving father of...

Benny Earl Swangain

Benny Earl Swangain

Sep 4, 2017

Benny Earl Swangain, Sr. entered into eternal rest on Monday, September 4, 2017. He was an offshore worker as a Pump Operator.

Devoted father of Benny Earl Swangain, Jr. and Brandy Cunningham. Beloved son of Cleophas Swangain and LaMarion Swangain. Grandson of the late Cleo Swangain, Vera Swangain, and Julius Connerly. Step grandson of the late Annie B. Connerly....

Calvin Shepherd, Sr

Calvin Shepherd, Sr

Sep 4, 2017

Calvin Shepherd, Sr., age 73, peacefully passed away on Monday, September 4, 2017. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Calvin was a retired employee of the Hospitality Industry. He was an original member of the Spiritual Wonders. Loving father of Carlolice, Calvin (Agatha), Asante’ and Charalda Shepherd. Grandfather of Kavion (Marc) Campbell, Edwin Strickling, Jr., Laylah...

Magic Eugene Hodges

Magic Eugene Hodges

Sep 4, 2017

Magic Eugene Hodges, age 29, departed this life on Monday, September 4, 2017. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Baton Rouge, LA. Magic was employed as a Bartender with L’Auberge Casino. Loving son of Ronald Hodges, Sr. and Donna Lambert Hodges. Brother of Donald Hodges, Doneeka Lewis, Roneeka Hodges and the late Ronald Hodges, Jr....

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