Obituaries
RAYMOND EDWARD BATISTE
Jan 16, 2024
Raymond Edward Batiste departed this life at his residence on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, at the age of 52. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Raymond was a graduate of Higgins High School, and attended Northeastern Louisiana University (now Louisiana University at Monroe), where he played football. He was a former custodian...
CHRISTOPHER ROBICHAUX, SR.
Jan 16, 2024
Christopher Robichaux, Sr., entered eternal rest on Tuesday, January 16, 2024at the age of 72. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Christopher served his country in the United Sates Air Force, and he was employed as a mail handler with the United States Postal Service. He was an avid baseball fan. Beloved...
DELORES ODOM LOUIS
Jan 15, 2024
Dolores “Dee” Odom Louis departed this life at her residence on Monday, January 15, 2024, at 5:16 a.m. at the age of 94. She was a native and resident of Westwego, LA. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Louis, Jr. Loving mother of Wanda Earl Gauff and Roland Joseph Odom of Houston, TX. Grandmother of Jermaine Gauff, Wyndi Gauff (Shawn)...
CURTIS LONDON, JR.
Jan 14, 2024
Curtis London, Jr., age 81, earned his eternal reward on Sunday, January 14, 2024. He was a native of Vacherie, LA, and a resident of Harvey, LA. Curtis was a 1960 graduate of Lincoln High School. He obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Southern University New Orleans and a Master’s of Education degree in Administration from the...
MARILYN MADISON ELDER
Jan 13, 2024
Marilyn Madison Elder, a homemaker, entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Saturday, January 13, 2024, at the age of 76. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. She attended Booker T. Washington High School, and was formerly employed as a housekeeper, a cook, and as a nanny. Beloved wife of the late Bernell O....
RONALD MCCLURE
Jan 12, 2024
Ronald McClure departed this life on Friday, January 12, 2024, at the age of 47. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Avondale, LA. Ronald was a graduate of John Ehret High School. He was employed by Christiana & Company for over 20 years and Reinhart Food Services. “Twin”, as he was affectionately known by...
BABY CORNELL KEMPF WATKINS, JR.
Jan 12, 2024
Baby Cornell Kempf Watkins, Jr. departed this life on Friday, January 12, 2024. He was a native and resident of Slidell, LA. Cornell, Jr. was a member of Temple Truth Ministries, Gretna, LA under the leadership of his Pastor Apostle DeWanda Owens (Bro. Roosevelt, Spiritual Grandfather), Co-Pastors Sharon Lockett, and Pastor Iesha Watkins (his mother). Son of Cornell Kempf Watkins,...
DEONTAE DQUAN BESSIE
Jan 11, 2024
Deontae Dquan Bessie departed this life on Thursday, January 11, 2024, at the age of 20. He was a native of Gretna, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Deontae was a former employee with Amazon. Beloved father of Demi Bessie. Loving son of Dquaii Bessie and Deontae Dorsey. Grandson of Quinston and Lori Calvin, Yolanda Dorsey, Carl, Sr....
TASSE PATRICIA SPARKS
Jan 10, 2024
Tasse Sparks entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, at the age of 54. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Tasse was a 1988 graduate of West Jefferson High School, and an employee for over 16 years with Home Depot. She was admired for her strength...
CHRISTINA ANN DAVIS
Jan 10, 2024
Christina Ann Davis left her earthly home on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, surrounded by her loving family at the age of 45. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. “Chrissy”, as she was affectionately known to family, was a graduate of L. B. Landry High School. She enjoyed listening to music and dancing. Her radiant smile was...
TYRE D. BARNES
Jan 9, 2024
Tyre D. Barnes departed this life on Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at the age of 55. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Tyre is survived by a host of relatives and friends. A Private Graveside Service was held. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service, 230 Monroe St. Gretna, LA. To view and sign the...
SANDY JACKSON, SR
Jan 8, 2024
Sandy Jackson, Sr. entered eternal rest on Monday, January 8, 2024, at the age of 69. He was a native of New Orleans, LA., and a resident of Harvey, LA. Sandy was a graduate of West Jefferson High School, and he was a self-employed plumber. Devoted husband of the late Savanah Casion Jackson. Loving father of Sandy Jackson, Jr. Son...
RHYA KIM YOUNG
Jan 7, 2024
Rhya Kim Young was born September 19, 2021, to parents Ariana Church Murph and Rashad Young, Sr. in New Orleans, LA. Rhya’s family was blessed with almost 2 years and 10 months with Rhya, before she gained her wings on Sunday, January 7, 2024. Rhya loved her family, Minnie Mouse, and singing. She was deeply loved by her mommy and...
RONALD EUGENE ROSS, SR.
Jan 6, 2024
Ronald E. Ross, Sr. transitioned to eternal rest on Saturday, January 6, 2024, at the age of 74. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Ronald was a graduate of L. B. Landry Senior High. He was a retired employee of the Louisiana State Supreme Court. Beloved husband of Elder Ivory B. Ross. Son of the late...
JOSEPH PAUL, SR
Jan 5, 2024
Joseph Paul, Sr., age 95, entered peacefully into eternal rest at his residence on Friday, January 5, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was a native of Westwego, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Joseph was a retired employee of the Jefferson Parish Sewerage Department. He was formerly employed at West Jefferson Medical Center and Johns Mandeville. Beloved...
ERROL MUSE
Jan 1, 2024
Errol “Big Red” Muse entered peacefully into eternal rest at his residence on Monday, January 1, 2024, surrounded by his loving family, at the age of 63. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. He attended Jefferson Parish Public School System and graduated from Job Corps in both Oklahoma and Texas. Errol was the owner and operator...
COREY THOMAS WARMINGTON, JR.
Dec 31, 2023
Corey “Butta” Thomas Warmington, Jr., age 32, departed this life on Sunday, December 31, 2023, at his residence. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Corey was a graduate of West St. John High School, and employed as an Equipment operator with Archer Daniel Midland in Waggaman, LA. Corey will be remembered as...
EDNA F. RAYMOND
Dec 31, 2023
Edna Mae Fleming Raymond, age 83, entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Sunday, December 31, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a lifelong resident of Marrero, LA. Edna was a graduate of Lincoln High School and Holy Cross College. After receiving her degree in Elementary Education, she taught...
KELVIN DIVINITY
Dec 30, 2023
Kelvin Divinity entered eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Saturday, December 30, 2023, surrounded by family at the age of 61. He was a native of New Orleans, LA., and a resident of Harvey, LA. “Kevin”, as he was affectionately known by family and friends, attended West Jefferson High School, and he later worked with Rupp U-Haul, Divinity...
JIMMIE F. JOHNSON
Dec 29, 2023
Jimmie Frankie Johnson departed this earth on Friday, December 29, 2023, surrounded by family and friends at the age of 75. He was a native of Ferriday, LA and a resident of Avondale, LA. Jimmie was a graduate of Carver High School Class of 1965. After graduation he joined the U. S. Army and received numerous commendations. ...
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