Obituaries

Sharon Talley Powell

Sharon Talley Powell

Dec 4, 2017

Sharon Marie Talley Powell transitioned peacefully from her earthly journey on Monday, December 4, 2017 at the age of 63. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and resident of Port Allen, LA.

Loving mother of Patricia Birch, Paulette (Bruce) Green, Christina (Eugene) Mason, Sr., Floyd Powell, Jr., and John Leo, Jr. Grandmother of Joshua and Meagan Birch,...

Brenda Faith McClure

Brenda Faith McClure

Dec 2, 2017

Brenda Faith McClure entered into eternal rest on Saturday, December 2, 2017 at West Jefferson Medical Center.

Devoted mother of Tanike McClure, Clinton McClure, and Clifton McClure. Daughter of the late Isaac, Sr. and Rosie L. McClure. Sister of Isaac McClure, Harold McClure, Joe Ann McClure, Rosella McClure, Yvette Coler, Sharon Sylvester, Emma McClure, Keisha McClure, Lekarita Alleyne, Latoya McClure,...

Daniel Scott

Daniel Scott

Dec 2, 2017

Daniel Scott, age 72, was called home by our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, December 2, 2017 at West Jefferson Medical Center. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Scott, as he was affectionately known was a graduate of George Washington Carver High School. He continued his studies at Southern University where he played football.  ...

Jessie Pollard, Jr.

Jessie Pollard, Jr.

Dec 1, 2017

Jessie “Sonny” Pollard, Jr., age 72, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Friday, December 1, 2017 at his residence. He was a native of St. Joseph, LA, a former resident of New Orleans, LA and presently residing in Marrero, LA. Jessie was a graduate of Tensas Rosenwald High School in St. Joseph, LA. After graduation he relocated to New Orleans...

Rhinell Paynes

Rhinell Paynes

Dec 1, 2017

Rhinell Paynes departed this life at Ochsner Medical Center Main Campus on Friday, December 1, 2017 at the age of 45.  He was a native and resident of Harvey, LA.  Loving son of the late Shelia Paynes Gilmore.   Stepson of the late Thurman Gilmore.  Grandson of Ida Mae Paynes and the late Jules Paynes.  Brother of Thurman Gilmore, Nicholas Gilmore,...

Katherine Beatrice Warner

Katherine Beatrice Warner

Dec 1, 2017

Katherine Beatrice Warner entered into eternal rest on Friday, December 1, 2017 at her residence at the age of 27. She was a native of Gretna, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Katherine graduated from O. Perry Walker High School. Devoted daughter of Edward M. and Mary F. Warner. Granddaughter of Audrey S. Franklin, and the late Willie...

Lorraine George

Lorraine George

Dec 1, 2017

Lorraine “Rene” George departed this life at Canon Hospice on Friday, December 1, 2017. She was a retired custodian for the Jefferson Parish School System for over 30 years.

Devoted mother of Dennis George, Cheryl George, Nathan George, Gail Davis, Dwayne George, Belinda George, Ann (Olin, Sr.) Grant, Lorraine (Charlie, Jr.) Harper, Shelita George, and the late Cynthia George...

Edwin Harold Washington

Edwin Harold Washington

Nov 29, 2017

Edwin Harold “Jimmy Blue” Washington entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, November 29, 2017 at Carrington Place of New Orleans. He was the owner of Jimmy Blue Lawn Service and a WW II Veteran of the U. S. Army.

Husband of the late Delores Washington. Father of the late Edwin H. Washington, Jr. Son of the late Edward and...

Melvin Victor

Melvin Victor

Nov 28, 2017

Melvin Victor entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, November 28, 2017 at Ochsner Foundation Hospital.

He was a retired fireman for the New Orleans Fireman Department. Melvin graduated from L.B. Landry High School and was an Army Veteran.

Beloved husband of Bernadine Morant Victor. Devoted father of Saron Lamothe and Chad Victor. Son of the late Albert, Sr. and...

Dorothy Langley

Dorothy Langley

Nov 28, 2017

Dorothy Jean Langley transitioned peacefully from her earthly journey on Tuesday, November 28, 2017 at the age of 65. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Beloved wife of 33 years to the late Jimmie Langley. Loving mother of Antionette C. (Anthony) Davis, Nicole C. (Patrick) Robinson, and Kizzie Langley. Grandmother of Erica, Dominique, Herbert, Kevin, Patrice,...

Constance Marie Hills

Constance Marie Hills

Nov 23, 2017

Constance Marie Hills entered into eternal rest at her residence on Thursday, November 23, 2017.

Devoted mother of Theresa Coleman, Dionne Hills, and Willie Hills, Jr. Daughter of the late Charles and Laura Mae Williams. Granddaughter of Gilda Robertson and the late Louis Williams, Lillie Cooks, Lawrence Robertson, and Louise Sanders Robertson. Sister of Charlie Williams, Jr., Janice Ray, Charlene...

Linda Camese Jones

Linda Camese Jones

Nov 23, 2017

Linda Theresa Camese-Jones, age 68, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, November 23, 2017. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Linda was a retired Surgical Tech and Educator. Beloved wife of the late Eli “Papa” Jones, Jr. Devoted mother of Tresa M. Jones, Shaleta J. Jones, Shareta K. Jones-Rhoden, Nicole A. Jones-Jones, Troy M. Jones, Jeremy...

Everette Charles Burns

Everette Charles Burns

Nov 22, 2017

Everette Charles Burns departed this life on Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at the age of 34. He was a native of Oakville, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA.Devoted father of Kyran Jamal Hamilton. Stepfather of Tristian Upshaw, Treymon Hall, Trenton Harris, and Hazaiah Adams. Beloved son of Zelda Divinity and the late Freddie Burns. Grandson of the late Haywood...

Ronald Louis Clark

Ronald Louis Clark

Nov 21, 2017

Ronald “DJ DOC” Louis Clark passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2017 at Ochsner Medical Center surrounded by family and friends. Ronald was a graduate of Tulane University with a Bachelors Degree in Social Studies. He was a retired school teacher for Ruppel Academy For Advanced Studies.

Loving husband of Yvette Williams Clark. Devoted father of Christophere (Tiffany) Joseph, Cameron,...

Michael Antoine Cooper

Michael Antoine Cooper

Nov 20, 2017

Michael A. Cooper entered into eternal rest on Monday, November 20, 2017 at the age of 40. Devoted father of Michael Breaud and Makiya Hunter. Beloved son of Josie Cooper and the late Alvin Hobbs. Grandson of the late Willie Byrd and Easter Byrd-Elmore. Brother of Jimmy, Anthony, and Tonya Cooper, Sharon Cooper-Coleman, Alvin Payne, Lisa Bowman-Henry, Cagerial Bowman-Mendes, Yvette...

Wilhelmenia Dillon Howard

Wilhelmenia Dillon Howard

Nov 19, 2017

Wilhelmenia Howard, age 79, entered into eternal rest at Canon Hospice on Sunday, November 19, 2017. She was a native of Magnolia, MS and a resident of Convent, LA. Wilhelmenia was a retired Custodial Manager of Ursuline Academy of New Orleans, LA. Beloved wife of the late Rev. Nolan Howard. Loving mother of Luther Ray (Diane) McClain, Anthony (Michelle) McClain,...

Barbara Williams Cain

Barbara Williams Cain

Nov 17, 2017

Barbara “Bobby” Williams Cain was called home to be with the Lord at her residence on Friday, November 17, 2017 at the age of 72. She was a native of Baton Rouge, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA.

Devoted mother of Donna Mitchell and Denise George. Grandmother of Lashondra, Adrianne, Nicole, and Donald Jones, Treasure and Faith George....

Shelia Jacks Henry

Shelia Jacks Henry

Nov 16, 2017

Sheila Ann Jacks Henry, a homemaker, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Thursday, November 16, 2017 at her residence. Wife of Eric Henry, Sr. Loving mother of Eric, Jr., Robert and the late Joshua Henry. Grandmother of Eric Henry III, Eranay Henry and K’Hai Bell. Daughter of Roy Jacks, Sr. and the late Minister Annie Mae Stewart Jacks. Granddaughter of...

Sarah Green

Sarah Green

Nov 15, 2017

Sarah Lee Vincent Green, age 67, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at West Jefferson Medical Center. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and resident of Marrero, LA. Sarah was a retired LPN of Belle Chasse State School. Loving mother of Alana Danielle Green. Devoted grandmother of Terionne C. Anderson, Tevin J. Anderson. Great grandmother...

Donald Smiley

Donald Smiley

Nov 15, 2017

Donald “Smiley” Smiley entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at the age of 58. He was a native of New Orleans, LA, a former resident of Marrero, LA, and presently a resident of Crystal Springs, MS. Donald was a graduate of John Martyn Technical High School. Beloved son of the late David and Catherine Smiley. Loving brother...