Obituaries

MOSE HOUSTON

MOSE HOUSTON

Oct 5, 2021

Mose Houston departed this life at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank on Tuesday, October 5, 2021, at the age of 79. He was a native of Copiah, MS and a resident of Westwego, LA. Beloved husband of the late Rosemary Cooper Houston. Devoted father of Terri Houston (Willie), Debra “Lynn” Thompson (Donald), Gina Washington (Lawrence), Moses Houston, Jr., Ernest Lee Houston...

LOUELLA MAE LEWIS

LOUELLA MAE LEWIS

Oct 3, 2021

Louella Mae Jones-Lewis, age 84, entered into eternal rest at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank on Sunday, October 3, 2021. She was a native of Gretna, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Louella was a 1954 graduate of Joseph S. Clark High School and continued her studies at Delgado Community College in Culinary Arts. She retired after many years...

BERNETTE CARTER

BERNETTE CARTER

Oct 3, 2021

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Bernette “Pee Wee” Smith Carter entered into eternal rest at her daughter’s residence in Euless, TX on Sunday, October 2, 2021 at the age of 77. She was a native of McComb, MS and a resident of New Orleans, LA. She retired after 40 years of employment with Dobb Corporation (Denny’s and Toddle House)....

CATHERINE CANN

CATHERINE CANN

Oct 1, 2021

Catherine Elizabeth Collins Cann entered into eternal rest on Friday, October 1, 2021, at the age of 91. She was a native Gretna, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Catherine was a retired employee with Jefferson Parish School System in food service. Beloved wife of the late Samuel Cann, Sr. Devoted mother of Samuel Cann, Jr, Gertrude Collins, Willie,...

BARBARA COOK JOHNSON

BARBARA COOK JOHNSON

Sep 30, 2021

Barbara Cook Johnson completed her earthly course on Thursday, September 30, 2021, surrounded by her loving family at the age of 79.  She was a native and resident of Algiers, LA.  Barbara was a retired retail sales associate. Beloved wife of the late Lawrence Johnson Sr. Devoted mother of the late Diane Paige, Lawrence Jr., and Daryl Johnson. Grandmother of...

ISAIAH WILSON

ISAIAH WILSON

Sep 30, 2021

Isaiah Wilson, age 85, passed away on Thursday, September 30, 2021. He was a native of Copiah County, MS and a resident of Harvey, LA.  Isaiah was a former Truck Driver and Welder. He was an entrepreneur, known as the first Junk Man in Harvey, collecting old cars and scrap metal.  In his later years, he began selling vegetables and...

MICHAEL ALLEN MCCOY, SR.

MICHAEL ALLEN MCCOY, SR.

Sep 29, 2021

Michael Allen McCoy, Sr. entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, September 29, 2021, at the age of 61.  He was a native of Boutte, LA and a resident Westwego, LA.  Michael was a self-employed master Barber Stylist. Devoted father of Kailee Amelia McCoy, Kiana Chapman, and the late Michael Allen McCoy, Jr. Stepfather of Ron Keith Keller, Jr. Beloved son...

LARRY DONNELL VAUGHN

LARRY DONNELL VAUGHN

Sep 27, 2021

Larry Donnell Vaughn transitioned from his earthly life to eternal life at his residence on Monday, September 27, 2021, at the age of 70.  He was a native of Abbeville, MS and resident of Harvey, LA.  Larry was educated in Oxford City Schools System, and he served his country in the United Stated Army. He was self-employed with Discount Carpet...

MICHAEL LEE CAMBRICE

MICHAEL LEE CAMBRICE

Sep 26, 2021

Michael Cambrice departed this on Sunday, September 26, 2021 at the age of 45. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Terrytown, LA. He was a graduate of West Jefferson High School. Michael will be remembered as funny, charismatic, charming and his spirit of love and generosity. Beloved son of the late Irene Cambrice. Stepson...

CLAUDIA WILLIAMS WASHINGTON

CLAUDIA WILLIAMS WASHINGTON

Sep 26, 2021

Claudia Harriett Washington, age 74, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 26, 2021, with her family by her side. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Texas since 2016. Claudia attended L. B. Landry High School and was a former member of St. Stephen Baptist Church.  She briefly worked as a prep cook alongside her...

DORA LEE CALVIN DENNIS

DORA LEE CALVIN DENNIS

Sep 25, 2021

Dora Lee Calvin Dennis, a homemaker, departed this life on Saturday, September 25, 2021 at the age of 84. She was a native of Gonzales, LA and a longtime resident of Westwego, LA. Dora was a faithful member of United Fellowship Full Gospel Baptist Church, until her health declined. She was the family matriarch, who always believed in putting her...

JAHIEM RASHAD WILSON

JAHIEM RASHAD WILSON

Sep 25, 2021

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Jaheim “Heim” Rashad Wilson entered into eternal rest on Saturday, September 25, 2021 at the tender age of 18. He was a native of Marrero, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Jaheim was a student at John Ehret High School. Heim, as he was affectionately known to family and friends, was a Mama’s...

ELIGHT CHARLES, SR.

ELIGHT CHARLES, SR.

Sep 23, 2021

Elight “Elijah” Charles, Sr., age 77, entered into eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Thursday, September 23, 2021 at 10:31p.m., following a brief illness. He was a native of Glen Allen, MS and a resident of Louisiana for more than 60 years. Elijah, as he was affectionately known to family and friends, was a retired employee of Avondale...

BYRON YOUNG

BYRON YOUNG

Sep 23, 2021

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Byron Young departed this life at his residence on Thursday, September 23, 2021 at the age of 50. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA.  Byron attended L. B. Landry High School and was a member of Second Nazarine Baptist Church. Beloved son of Clarence Ross, Lerette Ross, and the late...

OLICIER HILLS HILLS

OLICIER HILLS HILLS

Sep 22, 2021

Elder Olicier “Tiny” Hills made her safe flight from earth to dwell eternally with her Heavenly Father on Wednesday September 22, 2021 at the age of 58. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Elder Hill was a graduate of O. Perry Walker High School and furthered her education by obtaining her cosmetology...

DONALD WALTER JOHNSON

DONALD WALTER JOHNSON

Sep 22, 2021

Donald Walter Johnson, age 79, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, September 22, 2021 at Jo Ellen Smith Living Center. He was a native of Morgantown, WV and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Donald was a retired Florist. Beloved husband of Brenda Albert Johnson. Loving father of Tawayla Grimes (Kenneth), Orianna Lemieux, Wilkie Lemieux, Sr. (Loretta) Shannah Sheffield (Allen),...

DEBORAH ANN WILLIAMS

DEBORAH ANN WILLIAMS

Sep 21, 2021

Deborah Ann Williams entered into eternal rest at her residence on Tuesday, September 21, 2021, at the age 57. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Deborah was a graduate of O. Perry Walker High School. Devoted mother of Joshua Williams, and Tyesha Williams. Beloved daughter of Clarence Diggs and the late Betty Jean Williams Sparks. Stepdaughter...

LARRY SUMMERALL

LARRY SUMMERALL

Sep 20, 2021

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Larry Summerall departed this life at his residence on Monday, September 20, 2021, at the age of 55. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Larry was a former employee with Avondale Shipyard as a welder helper. Devoted father of Lashay Summerall.  Beloved grandfather of...

HERBERT WILLIAMS, SR.

HERBERT WILLIAMS, SR.

Sep 20, 2021

Herbert Williams, Sr. departed this life on Monday September 20, 2021, at the age of 88.  He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Herbert was a retired forklift driver with Celotex and later employed with National Gypsum and Boomtown Casino. Beloved father of Herbert (Brenda) Williams, Jr. Rev. Richard E. (Theresa) Williams, Linda...

ORA LEE GRIFFIN THOMAS

ORA LEE GRIFFIN THOMAS

Sep 18, 2021

Ora Lee “Girlie” Griffin Thomas was called from her earthly labors to eternal rest at New Orleans East Hospital on Saturday, September 18, 2021 at the age of 58. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Ora was a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School and Southern University of New Orleans (SUNO) with an Associate Degree...