Obituaries

JACQUELINE WELLS

JACQUELINE WELLS

Feb 20, 2022

Jacqueline Wells entered into eternal rest on Sunday, February 20, 2022, at the age of 52. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident to Westwego, LA. Beloved daughter of the late John H. Wells and Ruby T. Wells. Sister of Carol T. Blazio, Earna Wells, Malika Wells, and the late John Wells, Jr., Kie Taylor, Jonnie...

GWEN MARIE BOUDION-MARSHALL

GWEN MARIE BOUDION-MARSHALL

Feb 20, 2022

Gwen Marie “Masuckiey” Boudion-Marshall gained her wings as an angel on Sunday, February 20, 2022, at the age of 54. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Devoted wife of Joseph E. Marshall, Sr. Bonus mother of Joseph E. Marshall, Jr. Loving daughter of Vina Boudion and Joseph (Annette) Boudion, Sr. Sister of...

XZEKIEL DEVONTE' MCNEELY

XZEKIEL DEVONTE' MCNEELY

Feb 19, 2022

Xzekiel Devonte’ McNeely, affectionately known as “Mini Buff”, transitioned from earth to Heaven on Saturday, February 19, 2022, at Children’s Hospital. Mini Buff was born on Wednesday, December 15, 2021. During his brief time here on earth, he touched many lives and brought joy to those around him. His life was a brief gift from God, but he will forever...

LEROY "ROY" CLOFER, Jr.

LEROY "ROY" CLOFER, Jr.

Feb 17, 2022

Leroy “Roy” Clofer, Jr., age 52, transitioned peacefully into eternal rest on Thursday, February 17, 2022. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Leroy was employed as a self-contractor, and D.J., he also had a love for Louisiana Inc. Car Show, football, and basketball. Father of Trai Williams, Daijah Clofer, Brad Stevenson, Donnie...

ROSIE REYES JOHNSON

ROSIE REYES JOHNSON

Feb 15, 2022

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Rosie Reyes Johnson entered peacefully into eternal rest at Riverbend Nursing and Rehab Center on Tuesday, February 15, 2022, at the age of 55. She was a native of Las Pinas, Philippines, and a resident of Harvey, LA. Rosie was a graduate of West Jefferson High School. She was formerly employed as a Medical...

LATANJA LAWRENCE DIVENS

LATANJA LAWRENCE DIVENS

Feb 14, 2022

Latanja Trichelle Lawrence Divens, age 47, transitioned peacefully into eternal rest on Monday, February 14, 2022. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Latanja was a graduate of McDonogh 35 High School Class of 1992, and continued her studies at Xavier University, where she received a Bachelor of Science in Biology. In 2001...

ANNA MAE BUTLER LEWIS

ANNA MAE BUTLER LEWIS

Feb 13, 2022

Anna Mae Butler-Lewis transitioned peacefully surrounded by family and friends at her residence at the age of 92. She was a native of Algiers, LA and resident of Gretna, LA. Anna attended the Orleans Parish School System, and she was a retired employee with Mary Joseph Nursing Home. Beloved wife of the late Mitchell Lewis, Sr. Devoted mother of Mitchell...

JA'MARIAN TA'MARI PRICE

JA'MARIAN TA'MARI PRICE

Feb 12, 2022

Ja’Marian “Munch” Ta’Mari Price departed this life on Saturday, February 12, 2022, at the tender age of 15. He was a native of Marrero, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Ja’Marian was a student at John F. Kennedy High School. Loving son of Jeremiah Price, Sr., and Tasia Castle Price (Dwayne) Day. Brother of Tasian Castle, Jeremiah Price,...

KEVIN CALVIN LAWRENCE

KEVIN CALVIN LAWRENCE

Feb 11, 2022

Kevin Calvin Lawrence departed this life on Friday, February 11, 2022, at the age of 22. He was a native of Gretna, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Kevin was employed as a Tugboat Helper. He was a member of Mopar Hellraisers Car Club. Loving father of Kace Alexander Knox. Beloved son of Kevin Stevenson and Gaynell Canselo. Brother of...

LARRY ANAISE BIRDEN, SR.

LARRY ANAISE BIRDEN, SR.

Feb 11, 2022

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Larry Birden, Sr. departed this life at his residence on Friday, February 11, 2022, at the age of 76. He was a native of Avondale, LA and a resident of Waggaman, LA. Larry was a graduate of Lincoln High School. He was employed as a Supervisor with Avondale Shipyard and Bollinger for over 30...

ERNESTINE JOHNSON

ERNESTINE JOHNSON

Feb 8, 2022

Ernestine Johnson, age 91, transitioned peacefully into eternal rest on Tuesday, February 8, 2022, at 8:20 am. She was a native of Crystal Springs, MS and a resident of Gretna, LA. Ernestine was a retired dietician with F. Edward Hebert Hospital. Loving wife of the late Steve Johnson. Beloved mother of Charles Wilford (Hilda) Johnson, Rodney Johnson, Donna Johnson, and...

STERLING HARRIS

STERLING HARRIS

Feb 8, 2022

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Sterling Harris, age 79, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, February 8, 2022. He was a native of Wallace, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Sterling was a veteran of the United States Army. He was formerly employed as a forklift operator with Avondale Shipyard, a ship fitter with Hunt Shipyard, construction worker,...

EDY CARIAS, SR.

EDY CARIAS, SR.

Feb 6, 2022

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Edy Fernando Carias, Sr. departed this life at his residence on Sunday, February 6, 2022, at the age of 45. He was a native of Tegucigalpa, Honduras and a resident of Harvey, LA. Edy was a 1995 graduate of L. W. Higgins High School. He was employed as a manager for 25 years with...

KISHAUNDA MARIE VIDEAU

KISHAUNDA MARIE VIDEAU

Feb 6, 2022

Kishaunda Marie Videau entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Sunday, February 6, 2022, at the age of 43. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Kishaunda was a graduate of L. W. Higgins High School and employed as a Hotel Housekeeper. Loving companion of Arnold Burger. Devoted mother of Kaineshia...

LISA MARIE SAMUELS

LISA MARIE SAMUELS

Feb 5, 2022

Lisa Marie Samuels, age 56, entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Saturday, February 5, 2022. She was a native of Gretna, LA and a resident for New Orleans, LA. Devoted mother of Ashley, Tory, Tyrin, and Andrea Samuels. Grandmother of the late Londyn Samuels. Beloved companion of Jeffery Harper. Daughter of the late Grady and Maguerite Samuels,...

SHANTRELL TRENISE MAYFIELD

SHANTRELL TRENISE MAYFIELD

Feb 4, 2022

Shantrell Mayfield entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Friday, February 4, 2022, at the age of 45. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Shantrell was a graduate of L. W. Higgins High School. She employed as a Healthcare Facilitator with JenCare, and a former employee of Advance Auto. Devoted...

ANDREW HENRY, JR

ANDREW HENRY, JR

Feb 4, 2022

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Andrew ”June” Henry, Jr., age 83, entered into eternal rest on Friday, February 4, 2022. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. June, as he was affectionally known to family and friends, was a 1955 graduate of Lincoln High School and was a retired brick mason. He...

ALONZO ODOMS, SR

ALONZO ODOMS, SR

Feb 4, 2022

Alonzo Odoms, Sr. entered into eternal rest on Friday, February 4, 2022, at the age of 71. He was native of Hermanville, MS and a resident of Marrero, LA. Alonzo was employed with Avondale Shipyard as a first-class welder supervisor. Beloved husband of Rosie Lee Terrell Odoms. Devoted father of Sandra Odoms, James Odoms, Myra Denise Odoms, and, the late...

JULIETTE JOYCELYN IRVIN VICKS

JULIETTE JOYCELYN IRVIN VICKS

Feb 4, 2022

Juliette Joycelyn Irvin Vicks, age 78, transitioned peacefully into eternal rest on Friday, February 4, 2022, at 8:30 pm. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Bridge City, LA. Juliette was a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School and Delgado Community College where she received her associates degree. She was a retired Dietary Manager...

HARRISON YOUNG, JR.

HARRISON YOUNG, JR.

Feb 2, 2022

Harrison Young, Jr. departed this life at his residence on Wednesday, February 2, 2022, at the age of 62. He was a native of Marrero, LA and a resident of Lake Charles, LA. Harrison was a graduate of West Jefferson High School, and owner of Diversified Computer Service. He was formerly employed as an EMT with Acadian Ambulance and as...