Obituaries

Sherman Louis Poston

Sherman Louis Poston

Sep 23, 2016

Sherman Louis Poston, age 57, entered into eternal rest on Friday, September 23, 2016 at Ochsner Medical Center Main Campus. He was a native and resident of Harvey, LA. Sherman was employed as a Diesel Mechanic. Loving son of Estella Poston and the late Robert Poston. Brother of Edward Lewis, Ryan Poston, Marilyn Scott, Sandra Knoten and the late Carolyn...

Melanie D Stokes

Melanie D Stokes

Sep 22, 2016

Melanie Denise Stokes departed this life on Thursday, September 22, 2016 at her residence. Companion of Maurice Givens. Mother of Alexander Stokes, Jacqueline Antoinette Stokes, and the late Emanuel Johnathan Stokes. Daughter of Evelene Stokes and the late Jim Brooks. Granddaughter of Mack Stokes, Sr. and Josephine Stokes. Sister of Jannie Mae (Kevin) Matthews, Diane Stokes ( Errol) Muse, and...

Nicolette Christina Grind

Nicolette Christina Grind

Sep 22, 2016

Nicolette Christina Thompson-Grind, an educator with the Jefferson Parish School Board, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, September 22, 2016 at the age of 41. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Neekie or Ms. TG, as she was affectionately known by family and friends was a graduate of Xavier Prep High School...

Kathy Mae Murray

Kathy Mae Murray

Sep 22, 2016

Kathy Mae Murray departed this life on Thursday, September 22, 2016 at University Medical Center at the age of 59. She was a native of St. Joseph, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA.

Devoted mother of Quanica Murray and Korwaski Murray. Loving grandmother of Quentell Lagarde, Keenan Clifton, Jr., and Endia Farria. Great grandmother of Jake Taylor, Brielle...

Albert Paul Weber

Albert Paul Weber

Sep 22, 2016

Albert Paul Weber, Sr. entered into eternal rest on Thursday, September 22, 2016 at his residence. He was a self employed Landscaper and Contractor.

Devoted father of Donita Weber, Wannshannda Weber (Dwayne) Holmes, Albert Paul Weber, Jr., Claurice S. Weber (Quintin) White, Monique E. Weber and Alicia S. Weber. Son of Permilla Carter Weber and the late Sidney J. Weber....

Renee Perry

Renee Perry

Sep 20, 2016

Renee "Raynes" Perry, Sr. entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, September 20, 2016 at West Jefferson Medical Center. He was employed by Delta Commodity and the City of Gretna.

Devoted father of Renee, Jr., Dwight, Alfred, Tyrone, Tremone (Keysia), Tinya , and Irvin Perry, Raynes (Shanell) Meyers, and Tammy (Matthew) Thomas. Son of the late Alfred, Sr. and Louvenia Perry....

Thomas Roy, Sr.

Thomas Roy, Sr.

Sep 19, 2016

Thomas Roy, Sr. peacefully entered into eternal rest on Monday, September 19, 2016 at the age of 93. He was a native of Mississippi and a resident of Gretna, LA. Thomas served his country in World War II as a member of the U. S. Marines and was a retired laborer of Don Bohn Ford.  Beloved husband of the late...

Morris Gullage

Morris Gullage

Sep 18, 2016

Morris Gullage , a retired Construction Worker departed this life at his residence on Sunday, September 18, 2016. Husband of the late Carolyn Darensbourg Gullage. Companion of Jeanette Junior. Devoted father of Betty Jean (Bruce) Domino, Tyrone (Carol) Gullage, Diedra Gullage, Cornell Gullage, Ursula Gullage (Jesse) Scott, Telisha Junior, and Darnell Junior. Son of the late Ruffus, Sr. and Leona Gullage....

Temeika Niqia Gross

Temeika Niqia Gross

Sep 15, 2016

Temeika “Tee” Gross, age 37, entered Heaven’s Gates on Thursday, September 15, 2016. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Loving mother of Serenity “Ren Ren” Dinkins. Daughter of the late Mary Murray Gross-Brady and Samuel Brady. Granddaughter of the late Mary Taylor-Murray, Dand Murray, Kattie Mae Brady and Robert Brady, Sr. Sister of Shelia Murray, Angela...

Joseph Anderson

Joseph Anderson

Sep 13, 2016

Joseph “Joe” Anderson was called home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 13, 2016 at the age of 73. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Joe as he was affectionately called by family and friends resided in New York for over 45 years. After retiring he returned back to his beloved hometown to live...

Dr. Etim Effiong Eduok, Sr.

Dr. Etim Effiong Eduok, Sr.

Sep 13, 2016

Professor Etim Effiong Eduok, Sr., Ph.D 1949-2016

It is with our deepest grief that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and brother, Professor Etim E. Eduok, Sr., Ph.D on Tuesday, September 13, 2016. Dr. Eduok was the husband of Victoria E. Eduok. Father of Oto-Obong Eduok-Collins, Uyuho, Ekemini, Eduak, and Etim Eduok, Jr.  Relatives and friends are...

Russell Kirkland

Russell Kirkland

Sep 11, 2016

Russell Kirkland departed this life on Sunday, September 11, 2016 at the age of 36. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Russell was a free spirited young man seeking his free embodied rights. Son of the late Carlton Gray, Sr. and Andromeda Kirkland. Stepson of Alice Gray. Grandson of Elaine Kirkland Watkins....

Joseph Keller, Jr.

Joseph Keller, Jr.

Sep 10, 2016

Joseph “Buck” Keller Jr., age 61, peacefully departed his life on Saturday, September 10, 2016 at Ochsner Hospital surrounded by loved ones. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA.  Joseph was a graduate of John McDonogh High School. He served his country as a member of the U. S. Army and was employed as a Truck Driver...

Carolyn Johnson Dillard

Carolyn Johnson Dillard

Sep 10, 2016

Carolyn Rose Johnson Dillard peacefully went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, September 10, 2016 at the age of 72. She was a native of Oakville, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Wife of Kevin Dillard. Daughter of the late Rev. Eckard Johnson, Sr. and Isabelle Alexander Johnson. Devoted mother of Joy Trenise Black Smith and grateful...

Don Leon Taylor

Don Leon Taylor

Sep 9, 2016

Don Leon Taylor peacefully departed this life on Friday, September 9, 2016 at the age of 60. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and resident of Gretna, LA. Don was a graduate of L. B. Landry High School. He was employed offshore for many years as a cook, and was presently employed with the New Orleans French Market....

Tehron Joseph Levillier, Sr.

Tehron Joseph Levillier, Sr.

Sep 5, 2016

Tehron Joseph Levillier Sr. departed this life Monday, September 5, 2016.

He attended Stevenson Barbering School in Algiers and acquired his barbering license in 2007. Tehron was an excellent barber who acquired many patrons who bragged on his expertise in his art.

Age: 44 years a native of Wurzberg, Germany and a resident of Marrero, LA.

Beloved son of Patsy...

Doretha Ford Butler

Doretha Ford Butler

Sep 5, 2016

Doretha Ford Butler departed this life on Monday, September 5, 2016 in Chapel Hill, NC at the age of 82. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA.   Doretha was a member of Second Baptist Church for over 44 years, where she served in many capacities, which included Mother of Church, Sunday School Teacher and Vacation Bible School....

Dirk Clarence Brown

Dirk Clarence Brown

Sep 2, 2016

Dirk Clarence Brown entered into eternal rest at Kindred Hospital on Friday, September 2, 2016.

He was employed with Trans Ocean International as a Roustabout.

Father of Direka Gordon, Darineka Taylor, Dirk Brown, Jr. and Marcell Brown. Stepfather of Patrick, Lorenzo and the late Tony Barthelemy. Grandfather of Naomi Gordon, Donte Gordon, and Amir Barthelemy. Son of the late John...

Glinda VanCourt Morton

Glinda VanCourt Morton

Sep 2, 2016

Glinda VanCourt Williams Morton entered into eternal rest at her residence on Friday, September 2, 2016. She was employed as a teacher with the Jefferson Parish School Board. Beloved mother Raynelda Williams (Lydell) Jackson. Daughter of the late Herman VanCourt, Sr. and Floristine Celestin VanCourt. Sister of Herman (Yvonne) VanCourt, Jr., Ulysses( Andrea) VanCourt, and Althea VanCourt Druhet, also survived...

Johnny Warmington

Johnny Warmington

Sep 2, 2016

Johnny Warmington, Sr., a retired truck driver departed this life on Friday, September 2, 2016.

Beloved husband of Leona S. Warmington and the late Yvonne Washington Warmington by first marriage. Devoted father of Johnny Warmington, Jr., Kenneth Warmington, Rose Warmington Bradley, Corey Warmington, Elisha Warmington Hampton, Rose Wilson, and Nero Myers. Stepfather of Leanna Brown and the late Alfred...