Obituaries
LINDA RIGGINS HARRISON
Jul 11, 2021
Linda Refuge Harrison, age 65, was called to grace on Sunday, July 11, 2021 at her residence. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Beloved wife of the late Lewis Harrison. Loving mother of Mary (Earnell, Sr.) Lemon, Delisa Riggins, Michael (Toni) Riggins, and the late Leonard Riggins. Daughter of the late Ernest...
JACQUELYN ANN MITCHELL
Jul 10, 2021
Jacquelyn Ann Barquet Mitchell, age 72, peacefully entered into eternal rest on Saturday, July 10, 2021, at her residence surrounded by family and friends. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Jackie, as she was affectionately known, was a 1966 graduate of George Washington Carver Sr. High School. She furthered her education at...
REV. DR. TERRANCE KINCHEN
Jul 10, 2021
Rev. Dr. Terrance “Poppa” Kinchen entered into eternal rest on Saturday, July 10, 2021 at the age of 57. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of River Ridge, LA. Terrance was a graduate of McDonogh 35 High School Class of 1981. He received his Bachelor of Science and Master of Theology Degrees from Christian Bible...
JAMES PERCY, JR.
Jul 8, 2021
James Percy, Jr. entered into eternal rest on Thursday, July 8, 2021, at the age of 54. He was a native and resident of Marrero, LA. James was employed as a laborer working offshore. Beloved son of Gilmo James Percy and the late Dianne Black Percy. Grandson of the late Rev. Isaac and Catherine Black. Brother of Travis (Nichole) Percy....
PATRICE ANN LEDET
Jul 7, 2021
Patrice Ann Ledet departed this life on Wednesday, July 7, 2021, at the age of 53. She was native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Patrice was a graduate of O. Perry Walker High School. Beloved mother of Carla Ledet, Keiva Ledet, Darren Ledet, Vernisha Ledet, Karl Dickerson, Jr., and Karltrice Dickerson. Daughter of the late Joseph and Evelyn Ledet....
KAREN BELL ROSS
Jul 7, 2021
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Karen “Kay Kay” Bell Ross, age 54, peacefully passed away into her Heavenly Father’s hands on Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at Ochsner Medical Center Main Campus. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Waggaman, LA. Beloved wife of 21 years to Tony Ross. Devoted mother of Jeremy, Jarried, Tony,...
NOAH MORGAN
Jul 7, 2021
Noah Morgan departed this life on Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at the age of 91. He was a native of Wakefield, LA and a resident of Westwego LA. Noah was a retired roofer with Stander Roofing Company, and he was Master Mason with the Pride of New Orleans Lodge # 152. Devoted father of Rosa Mae (Charles) Williams, Gloria Lollis,...
ELIZABETH DUMAS CHOPIN
Jul 7, 2021
Elizabeth Gilda Dumas Chopin was born on October 27, 1933, to Noffy and Esperance Jessie Dumas in Vacherie, Louisiana. She was educated in St. James Parish Schools. Searching for adventure at a young age, she moved to Marrero, Louisiana, and met her love, Ivory Chopin Sr. They wed on August 1, 1953. To this union, seven wonderful children were born,...
SHANNON EILEEN COLLINS
Jul 6, 2021
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Shannon Eileen Collins departed this life at her residence on Tuesday July 6, 2021 at the age 55. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Shannon was a 1985 graduate of Booker T. Washington High School and continued her studies at Rutledge College. She was employed for...
JOSEPH PERKINS, III
Jul 4, 2021
Joseph Perkins, III departed this life at his residence on Sunday, July 4, 2021, at the age of 47. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Lacombe, LA. Joseph was a graduate of John Ehret High School and attended University of New Orleans. Jody, as he was affectionately known by family and friends was a...
OLIVER LANDRY
Jul 3, 2021
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Oliver Landry, Jr., age 29, passed away on Saturday, July 3, 2021. He was a native of Marrero, LA and a resident of Algiers, LA. Loving father of Khaza, Kardi, Kayden, and Zynia Landry. Stepfather of Zyron Jackson. Beloved son of Jacqueline Landry and Oliver Bolden, Sr. Grandson of Millie Landry and the late...
MELVINA PRESTLY GORDON
Jul 2, 2021
Melvina Gordon, age 83, entered into eternal rest on Friday, July 2, 2021 at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank. She was a native of Darrow, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Beloved wife of Cleveland Gordon. Loving mother of Mercedes (Aubrey) Jones, Odile Gordon, Betty Gordon, and the late Cleveland Gordon, Jr. Grandmother of Aubrey (Lindsey) Jones, Jr., and Valeri...
MAURICE DUREL CORNIN
Jul 2, 2021
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Maurice Durel Cornin, Sr., entered into eternal rest on Friday, July 2, 2021, at the age of 32. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Maurice was a graduate of L W. High School and was employed as a construction worker. Devoted father of Siyae Johnson, Maurice...
JOAN G. GRAY
Jun 30, 2021
Joan “Joran” Gray, age 78, transitioned to her heavenly home on Wednesday, June 30, 2021 at Marrero Health Care Center. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. She was a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School. She retired from Charity Hospital after 30 years as an OB/GYN Nurse. Loving mother of Angela...
CARRIE JEAN CHIRLOW
Jun 30, 2021
Carrie Jean Chirlow entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, June 30, 2021 at the age of 57. She was a native of Marrero, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Carrie will be remembered for her loving, kind spirit, and sense of humor. She was very carefree and lived life to the fullest. Beloved daughter of the late Clarence Chirlow,...
WANDA GREEN FELO
Jun 29, 2021
Wanda Green Felo departed this life on Tuesday June 29, 2021at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank. Companion of Willie Franklin. Devoted mother of Rickey Felo Jr, Roger Felo and Tracey Felo. Stepmother of Becianca Wings. Daughter of the late Augustine Wanda Green. Sister of Arthur (Paula) Allen of Texas, Enid (Larry) Woolfork, Sheree Green, Armand (Lydia) Green, Vernon (Debra) Johnson of...
WALTER JOSEPH
Jun 29, 2021
Walter Joseph, affectionally known as “PawPaw” and “Uncle Walter”, peacefully transitioned to his final resting place on Tuesday, June 29, 2021 at the age of 69. He was a native of St. James, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Walter retired from Royal Chemical Inc., where he was employed for over 40 years. Beloved husband of 34 years to...
KEIDRICK AHMOND SHORTY, JR.
Jun 28, 2021
Keidrick Ahmond Shorty, Jr. departed this life at Children’s Hospital on Monday, June 28, 2021 at the age 11. He was a native of Gretna, LA and a resident of Terrytown, LA. Keidrick was a student at Young Audiences Charter School. He was an active football player, who played for Saints Elite, New Orleans Dolphins and Harrell Playground to just...
THOMAS EDDIE BOYD
Jun 28, 2021
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Thomas Eddie Boyd entered into eternal rest at his residence on Monday, June 28, 2021, at the age of 42. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Thomas was a graduate of O. Perry High School and was employed as a licensed plumber with Local...
MICHAEL C. BURRIS
Jun 27, 2021
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Michael C. Burris, age 59, departed this life on Sunday, June 27, 2021 at V. A. Medical Center. He was a native of Franklinton, LA and a resident of Terrytown, LA. Michael was a graduate of Franklinton High School, and he attended Southern University of New Orleans. He served his country as a member...
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