Obituaries
WILLIS RAY BAPTISTE, JR.
Feb 26, 2023
Willis Ray Baptiste Jr. departed this life on Sunday, February 26, 2023, at 1:37 at Ochsner Westbank at the age of 73. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. “Rabbit”, as he was affectionately called by family and friends was a graduate of Lincoln High School in Marrero, LA. Willis retired after 25 years as...
ELENOR SHAW MITCHELL
Feb 23, 2023
Elenor Shaw Mitchell departed this earthly life for her heavenly home on Thursday, February 23, 2023, at the age of 85. She was a native of Waterproof, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Eleanor was a graduate of Lincoln High School Class of 1954, and she attended Dillard and Southern Universities earning a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Education....
ERNESTINE RITHA RICHARD PRITCHETT
Feb 23, 2023
Ernestine Ritha Richard Pritchett entered into eternal rest at her residence on Thursday, February 23, 2023, at the age of 98. She was a native of Westwego, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA for 68 years. Ernestine was the first lady of Progressive Church for 27 years. Loving wife of the late Pastor Alex J. Pritchett, Sr. Loving mother...
GWENDOLYN PAULETTE MILES
Feb 22, 2023
Gwendolyn Paulette Miles entered into eternal rest at her residence on Wednesday, February 22, 2023, at the age of 68. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Gwendolyn was a retired caregiver and groundskeeper for The Pines of Gretna. Loving mother of Christopher Miles and Crystal Miles. Devoted daughter of the late Matthew...
JOHN MONROE TAYLOR, SR.
Feb 22, 2023
John Monroe Taylor, Sr. entered into eternal rest at Ochsner Medical Center Jefferson Highway on Wednesday, February 22, 2023, at the age of 76. He was a native of Woodville, MS and a resident of Avondale, LA. He was a graduate of Wilkinson County High School in Woodville MS. “Bubba”, as he was affectionately known by family and friends...
LESLYN DAMARIS ONIKA BARNES
Feb 21, 2023
Leslyn Damaris Onika Barnes entered into eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at the age of 48. She was a native of Georgetown, Guyana and a resident of Marrero, LA. Leslyn attended Delgado Community College where she majored in nursing. She was employed as an office manager with Angels Family Care. Loving mother of...
LEONA WILSON
Feb 19, 2023
Leona Wilson entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Sunday, February 19, 2023, at the age of 78. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Leona’s enjoyed singing, sewing, cooking, and taking care of her grandchildren. Beloved wife of the late Lewis Jackson. Devoted mother of Lashell Hudson, Michael Briscoe, Andrella Franklin, and Claude Briscoe....
HERMAN ERNEST MARSHALL, SR.
Feb 19, 2023
Herman Ernest Marshall, Sr., age 92, entered peacefully into eternal rest at his residence on Sunday, February 19, 2023. He was a native of Thibodaux, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Herman served his country as a member of the United States Army during the Korean War. He received several commendations for his bravery, which included the Korean Service...
PHYLLIS GILMORE-NELSON
Feb 19, 2023
Phyllis Gilmore Nelson departed this life on Sunday, February 19, 2023 at the age of 56. She was a native of New Orleans and a resident of Marrero, LA. Beloved wife of Clyde Louis Nelson. Loving mother of David Leon Gilmore. Daughter of the late Willie H. Gilmore, Sr. and Susan D. Gilmore. Sister of Willie H. Gilmore, Patricia G....
FREDRICK LEE JACKSON
Feb 17, 2023
Fredrick “Lil Fred” Lee Jackson entered into eternal rest on Friday, February 17, 2023, at the age of 24. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Baton Rouge, LA. Fredrick was a high school graduate of Louisiana National Guard Youth Challenge Program Class of 2014 in Carville, LA. He was pursuing a career in the...
BASIL LYNN PATTERSON
Feb 17, 2023
Basil Lynn Patterson entered into eternal rest at Ochsner Medical Center Main Campus on Friday, February 17, 2023 at the age of 67. He was a native of Harvey, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Basil was a graduate of West Jefferson High School. He was employed as a Transit Operator with Westside Transit and retired after 40 years...
LEE WALKER DOBY
Feb 15, 2023
Lee Walker Doby entered into eternal rest on Wednesday February 15, 2023, at the age of 57. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Lee was a graduate of Dannell Special Need of Education Class of 1983. Son of Delphine Bates and the late Lee Walker Wilson, Sr. Stepson of Dwight Sorina. Grandson of the late...
LATOYA BUSH
Feb 14, 2023
Latoya Marie Bush departed this life on Tuesday, February 14, 2023, at the age of 45 surrounded by her loving family. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. She attended L. B. Landry High School and was a former employee of Fess Staffing. Companion of Timothy Dexter. Loving mother of Timil, Tevin, Timera, Tinil, and Timerick...
Keilan Chase Lieteau-Harris
Feb 12, 2023
Keilan Chase Lieteau Harris, an aspiring rapper, departed this life on Sunday, February 12, 2023 at the age of 25. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Keilan was educated in the St. Bernard Parish Public School System. Loving father of Keilan Chase Harris, Jr. Beloved son of Kevin Harris, Jr. and Melissa Lieteau-Pierre. Cherished grandson of...
THURMAN LEE GILMORE, JR.
Feb 11, 2023
Thurman Lee Gilmore, Jr. entered eternal rest at his residence on Saturday, February 11, 2023, at the age of 47. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Thurman was employed at Copeland’s Restaurant. Beloved son of the late Thurman Lee Gilmore, Sr., and Shelia Cole. Stepson of the late Shelia Paynes...
CORNELL HARRIS
Feb 10, 2023
Cornell Harris received his angel wings on Friday, February 10, 2023, at the age of 64. He was a native of Houma, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Cornell received his formal education in the Jefferson Parish Public School System and was a former welder at Avondale Shipyard. He was an avid football fan, who enjoyed watching his...
ERIC C. VEAL, SR.
Feb 9, 2023
Eric Chester Veal, Sr. transitioned peacefully into eternal rest at Ochsner Medical Center Main Campus on Thursday, February 9, 2023 at the age of 67. He was a native of Bridge City, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Eric was a 1975 graduate of West Jefferson High School. He was a retired Welder, Contractor and Real Estate Investor. Beloved...
DIANNE BIRDLOW PHOENIX
Feb 9, 2023
Dianne Birdlow Phoenix entered into eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Thursday, February 9, 2023, at the age of 71. She was a native and resident of Gretna, LA. Dianne was a retired clerk typist and accounting specialist with Wal Mart. Loving mother of Dione M. Phoenix, and Howard Smothers, Jr. Beloved daughter of the late...
Syril Jr. and Syrian Boudoin
Feb 8, 2023
Syril Fairard Boudoin, Jr., age 21, and his brother Syrian Fairard Boudoin, age 17, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 8, 2023 at their residence. They were both natives and residents of Marrero, LA. Syril was a 2020 graduate of John Ehret High School and a former employee of K&G Fashion and Legacy Kitchen. Syrian was a student at Youth...
MICHAEL WILLIAMS
Feb 7, 2023
Michael Williams entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, February 7, 2023, at the age 67. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Houma, LA. “Mike” as he was affectionately called attended school in Houma and Belle Chasse, LA. Michael was a cook who loved music and singing. Beloved son of the late Willie Jack and...
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