Obituaries

Leara M. Burras

Leara M. Burras

Jan 3, 2018

Leara Modeaner Burras entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, January 3, 2018 at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank at the age of 55. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Leara was a Certified Nurse Assistant.

Devoted mother of Iantha Burras (Keenan) Bob, Tasha Burras, Damon Burras, and Nahshon Hughes. Daughter of the late William Thompson and Ruby...

Marley B. Harvey

Marley B. Harvey

Jan 3, 2018

Marley Buddah Harvey passed away peacefully back into the arms of God on Wednesday, January 3, 2018 at the age of 2 months. Loving and cherished son of Sherin Harvey and Dalnisha Ward. Baby brother of Sha’ron Harvey. Grandson of Monique Ward, Kameron Johnson, and Robert (Monique) Hudson. Great grandson of Malcolm and Phyllis Dumas; also survived by a host of...

George Jordan, Jr.

George Jordan, Jr.

Jan 3, 2018

George Jordan, Jr. entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, January 3, 2018 at the age 66. He was a native of Bay St. Louis, MS and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Devoted husband of Ceola Washington Jordan. Beloved father of Jeannie Jordan. Grandfather of Larry Brown and Gary Jordan. Son of the late George Jordan, Sr. and Earline Dent....

Jonnie Marie Wells

Jonnie Marie Wells

Jan 1, 2018

Jonnie Marie Wells departed her earthly tabernacle and entered her heavenly home on Monday, January 1, 2018 at the age of 46. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Jonnie was a former employee of Campo Appliances, United States Postal Service, and Jefferson Council on Aging.   Loving and devoted mother of John Jackson,...

Corrie Mae Walker

Corrie Mae Walker

Jan 1, 2018

Corrie Mae Walker died peacefully in her sleep at her home of natural causes on Monday, January 1, 2018 at the age of 79. She was a native of Hazelhurst, MS and a resident of Marrero, LA. Corrie’s favorite pastime was cooking, baking, and spending time with family and friends. Beloved wife of the late Harvey Walker. Loving mother of...

Mae Nellie Keller Barthelomew

Mae Nellie Keller Barthelomew

Jan 1, 2018

Mae Nellie Keller Barthelomew entered into eternal peace on Monday, January 1, 2018 at her residence surrounded by her loving family at the age of 78. She was a native of Vacherie, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Mae retired from the Archdiocese of New Orleans in 2005 after 30 years of service. Loving wife of John Earnest Barthelomew....

Cheryl Renee Baker

Cheryl Renee Baker

Dec 31, 2017

Cheryl Renee Baker, age 55, entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Sunday, December 31, 2017. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Cheryl was a graduate of O. Perry Walker High School and Moler Beauty College. Loving wife of Donovan F. Baker. Devoted mother of Alexis K. Hinton, Christopher D....

Jona Tyrell Fox

Jona Tyrell Fox

Dec 31, 2017

Jona Tyrell Fox departed this life on Sunday, December 31, 2017 at the age of 23. He was a native of Mobile, AL and a resident of Marrero, LA. He attended West Point Academy for 2 years and was a senior at LSU.

Beloved son of John J. Fox and Gina Gordon Fox. Grandson of Robert and Elvina Gordon,...

Robert Nathaniel Jones

Robert Nathaniel Jones

Dec 30, 2017

Robert Nathaniel Jones entered into the gates of heaven to be with the Lord on Saturday, December 30, 2017 at the age of 40. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA.

Devoted father of Robert Arnell Young, Roneka Nyjal Young, and Ra’Quan Javon Johnson. Grandfather of Jehsi Reign Grows, Zoie Rose Alexander, Quinton Myrtel Young. Son of...

Gregory Anthony Gaines

Gregory Anthony Gaines

Dec 30, 2017

Gregory Anthony Gaines, Sr. departed this life on Saturday, December 30, 2017 at West Jefferson Medical Center at the age of 58. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Gregory was a dedicated Firefighter for 39 years at Marrero/Estelle Ragusa and Lafitte/Barataria/Crown Point Fire Departments. A Civilian Officer with the Gretna Police Department...

Frances Griffith Allen

Frances Griffith Allen

Dec 29, 2017

Frances Griffith Allen, age 60, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Friday, December 29, 2017 at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank. She was a native of Butler, AL and a resident of Gretna, LA. Fran, as she was lovingly known by family and friends, was a member of the first graduating class in 1976 of John Ehret High School. She continued...

Katie Dodd Smith

Katie Dodd Smith

Dec 27, 2017

Katie Bell Dodd Smith peacefully departed this physical life surrounded by loved ones on Wednesday, December 27, 2017 at her age of 82. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a longtime resident of Marrero, LA.   The daughter of the owner of Dodd Electronic Services, Katie continued this entrepreneurial legacy by becoming a pioneer and change agent...

Francis Jean Scott Bishop

Francis Jean Scott Bishop

Dec 27, 2017

Francis Jean Scott Bishop on Wednesday, December 27, 2017 our Heavenly Father dispatched an angel to her home to retrieve his faithful servant the age of 69. She retired as a Registered Nurse from Tulane University Hospital. Francis was a native of Orange, TX and resident of New Orleans, LA. Beloved wife of the late Willie E. Bishop. Devoted mother...

JoAnn Hamilton

JoAnn Hamilton

Dec 26, 2017

Jo Ann Hamilton went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 26, 2017 at the age of 69. She was a native of Lettsworth, LA and a resident of Avondale, LA. Jo Ann was employed as a nurse at Luling Living Center until her retirement in 2016. Beloved wife of the late James Jackson and Wesley Hamilton, Sr.  ...

Carol Johnson White

Carol Johnson White

Dec 25, 2017

Carol “Shrimpie” Johnson White, age 67, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Monday, December 25, 2017 at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank. She was a native and resident New Orleans, LA. Beloved wife of Sammie White. Loving mother of Joseph (Anita) Current, Pamelyn Current, Christie Current, Latasha Current, and Lawanda Current. Daughter of the late M. Johnson and Rosie R. Johnson....

Albertha Johnson

Albertha Johnson

Dec 25, 2017

Albertha Johnson, age 75, entered into eternal rest on Monday, December 25, 2017 at Belle Vie Living Center. She was a native of Bridge City, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Loving mother of Bryant (Quiane) Johnson and Christopher Johnson. Grandmother of Devontis Martin, Tatum Robertson, and Cameron Johnson. Great-grandmother of Jessica Martin. Daughter of the late Leonard and...

Linda Commedore Ussin

Linda Commedore Ussin

Dec 24, 2017

Linda Commedore Ussin departed this life on Sunday, December 24, 2017 at LSU Lallie Kemp Regional Medical Center in Independence, LA.

Beloved wife of Raymond Ussin. Devoted mother of Andrea Burton. Loving gandmother of Teneria and Scottreion Williams. Daughter of Audrey Ricks and the late Freddie J. Ussin. Sister of Gladys Rheams, Priscilla Rhodes, Joyce Hunter, Rena and Courtney...

Sierra Lucinda Williams

Sierra Lucinda Williams

Dec 24, 2017

Sierra Lucinda Williams entered into eternal on Sunday, December 24, 2017 at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank at the age of 31. She was native and resident of Gretna, LA.

Devoted mother of Aniya Williams and A’alaejah McCray. Devoted daughter of Durel Allen and Doris Williams. Granddaughter of the late David and Rose Williams, and Jackie Allen. Sister of Jermaine Williams...

Susie Mae Tinson

Susie Mae Tinson

Dec 23, 2017

Susie Mae “Sue “ Tinson entered into eternal rest on Saturday, December 23, 2017 at her residence at the age of 66. She was a native of Waterproof, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. She was a graduate of L. W. Higgins High School and Phillips Junior College. Sue was employed as a phlebotomist for many years with West...

Ellen Elaine Jones

Ellen Elaine Jones

Dec 21, 2017

Ellen Elaine Jones entered into eternal rest at Ochsner Kenner Hospital on Thursday, December 21, 2017 at the age of 70. She was a native and resident of Westwego, LA. Loving wife of Everett Jones, Sr. Proud mother of Derron and Tamika Jones and the late Everett Jones, Jr. and Alton “Guy” Williams. Grandmother of Amanda Diaz, Kendrell and Aaria Jones....