Obituaries

CARLOS ORLANDO WATSON, SR.

CARLOS ORLANDO WATSON, SR.

Oct 27, 2022

Carlos Orlando Watson, Sr. departed this life on Thursday, October 27, 2022, at the age of 39. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Carlos was a graduate of L. W. Higgins High School, where he was a member of the marching band. He was employed for many years as an offshore cook...

ELLIS AUGUST BODDEN

ELLIS AUGUST BODDEN

Oct 25, 2022

Ellis August Bodden entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at the age of 46. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Ellis was a 1994 graduate of McDonogh 35 High School. He was employed as a bartender at Royal Omni Hotel. Loving father of Christian Reed. Son of Ellis Gaines, and Margarita Bodden-Gordon. Brother...

WILLIE BIRDEN, JR

WILLIE BIRDEN, JR

Oct 25, 2022

 

Willie Birden, Jr. entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at the age of 57. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of New Britain, CT.  Willie was a graduate of L.W. Higgins High School. Willie Bone, as he was affectionately known by family and friends was employed as an Insulation Worker. Loving...

WILLIE MARTIN, SR

WILLIE MARTIN, SR

Oct 25, 2022

Willie “Pop Bill” Martin, age 78, exchanged time for eternity on Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at his residence. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a lifelong resident of Marrero, LA. Willie was a graduate of Lincoln high School. He was a retired truck driver of Texaco Company and the Jefferson Parish Water Department. Willie was a faithful...

Aresa Williams Humiston

Aresa Williams Humiston

Oct 24, 2022

Aresa Williams Humiston, a caregiver, entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Monday, October 24, 2022, at the age of 77. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Belove wife of the late Bob Humiston. Loving mother of Byron (Tiffany) Altman, Annalisa Altman, Tracy, Altman, and the late Charles Edward Williams, and Darrell Williams. Sister...

William Brown

William Brown

Oct 24, 2022

William Brown entered into eternal rest at JoEllen Smith Living Center on Monday, October 24, 2022, at the age of 76. He was a native of New Orleans and a resident of Harvey, LA. William attended Carver High School and was a member of Second Nazarene Baptist Church. Uncle Will, as he was affectionately known by family and friends, was...

MAY ROSE WALKER

MAY ROSE WALKER

Oct 23, 2022

 

May Rose “Teadoris” Walker, departed these earthly plains to be with her Heavenly Father on Saturday, October 22, 2022, at the age of 87. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA.  May Rose attended L. B. Landry Senior High School. She was employed with Holmes Cafeteria for 12 years and retired from Touro Shakesphere Nursing Home...

PAULETTE SANDERS DAVIS

PAULETTE SANDERS DAVIS

Oct 22, 2022

Paulette Sanders Davis entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Saturday, October 22, 2022, at the age of 79. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Paulette was a graduate of Lincoln High School Class of 61. She retired from the Orleans Parish School Board after 32 years as a Cafeteria...

KIERON CORNELL WALKER

KIERON CORNELL WALKER

Oct 22, 2022

Kieron Cornell Walker transitioned to his heavenly home on Saturday, October 22, 2022, at the age of 44. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA.  Kieron attended L.B. Landry High School and was the owner of Walker Transportation and Double the Fun Entertainment. Loving father of Mykyra D. Walker and Ra'Jeah T. Green. Beloved son of Wanda Marie...

Joseph Austin Woods

Joseph Austin Woods

Oct 22, 2022

Joseph Austin Woods entered eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Saturday, October 22, 2002, at the age of 68. He was a native of Opelousas, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Joseph was a retired employee with Avondale Shipyard and Bollinger Shipyard LLC as a First Class Welder. Beloved husband of Marion Woods. Devoted father of Joseph...

QUEEN ESTHER MEGGS

QUEEN ESTHER MEGGS

Oct 22, 2022

 

Queen Esther Meggs  entered into eternal rest on Saturday, October 22, 2022 at the age of 78. She was a native of Belzoni, MS and resident of Avondale, LA. Beloved wife of the late Freddie Meggs, Sr. Devoted mother of Cynthia Vaughn, Freddie Meggs, and Deon Meggs. Daughter of the late Porter Johnson and Queenie Lee. Stepdaughter of the...

JOHN PATRICK WASHINGTON, SR.

JOHN PATRICK WASHINGTON, SR.

Oct 20, 2022

John Patrick Washington, Sr. departed this life at Northwestern Hospital in Houston, TX on Thursday, October 20, 2022, at the age of 47. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Houston, TX. Devoted father of Shanitra Edwards, John Washington, Jr., Javia Brown, Jonquanna Brown, Johnquan Brown, and Kylah Brewster. Beloved fiancé of Jasmine Brown.  Son...

GAYNELL BLAKE PATTERSON

GAYNELL BLAKE PATTERSON

Oct 20, 2022

Gaynell Blake Patterson entered into eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Thursday, October 20, 2002, at the age of 66. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA.  Gaynell was a graduate of L. W. Higgins High School, and a retired employee with Jefferson Parish School System. Beloved wife of the late...

LYNELL BERNARD HAYNES, SR.

LYNELL BERNARD HAYNES, SR.

Oct 18, 2022

Lynell B. Hayes, Sr., age 68, entered peacefully into eternal rest at his residence on Tuesday, October 18, 2022. He was a native of Corpus Christi, Tx and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Lynell served his country as a member of the United States Army. He received several commendations for his bravery, including the National Defense Service Medal and...

REV. SHIRLEY DILLON WEBB

REV. SHIRLEY DILLON WEBB

Oct 18, 2022

Rev. Shirley Dillon Webb, age 77, transitioned to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at University Medical Center. She was a native of Franklinton, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Rev. Webb was a 1964 graduate of Washington Parish High School, and she attended Grambling State University. She also obtained a bachelor and master’s degree...

ESTHER LOUISE WILLIS HENRY

ESTHER LOUISE WILLIS HENRY

Oct 18, 2022

Esther Louise Henry, a homemaker, entered into eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at the age of 67. She was a native and resident of Marrero, LA. Esther attended Lincoln High School and was a member of Grace and Glory Family Worship Church International. Beloved wife of the late Lloyd Henry. Devoted mother of...

EVIA MERIDY VIEL

EVIA MERIDY VIEL

Oct 18, 2022

 

Evia Viel entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at the of 75. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Abby as she was affectionately known by family and friends was a business owner. Beloved mother of Donald Viel and Heather M. Bingham. Daughter of the late Martha Jones. Sister of Roland Jones, Maxine...

Darlene Tate-Bourrage

Darlene Tate-Bourrage

Oct 17, 2022

Darlene Tate-Bourrage departed this life on Monday, October 17, 2022, at the age of 62. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Darlene is known and recognized for her innovative approach to design, whether fashion or interior styling, and entrepreneurship. These self-taught attributes are a few of many. Beloved wife of Clifton Bourrage....

CLARENCE HENRY, JR

CLARENCE HENRY, JR

Oct 17, 2022

 

Clarence Henry, Jr. entered into eternal rest on Monday, October 17, 2022, at the age of 64. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Clarence was a graduate of L.B. Landry High School Class of 1978, and he was a self-employed mechanic. Beloved husband of Janice Hills Henry. Devoted father of Dieago...

JOSEPH NOLAN

JOSEPH NOLAN

Oct 17, 2022

Joseph Nolan entered peacefully into eternal rest at University Medical Center on Monday, October 17, 2022, at the age of 65. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Joseph attended George Washington Carver High School and was self-employed. Beloved son of the late Percy L. Nolan, Sr. and Mary M. Nolan. Loving brother of Charles Ed Nolan,...