Obituaries
ROGELIO BRATHWAITE, SR.
Feb 5, 2021
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Rogelio Brathwaite, Sr., entered into eternal rest on Friday, February 5, 2021 at the age of 70. He was a native of Colo̕n the Republic of Panama and a resident of Harvey, LA. Rogelio served his country in the United State Navy for 20 years. Roger as he was affectionately known by...
LATASHA AUGUSTINE COLEMAN
Feb 4, 2021
LaTasha Augustine Coleman, a homemaker, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, February 4, 2021 at the age of 40. She was a native of Gretna, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. LaTasha was a former cook at Burger King and Rally’s. Devoted mother of De’Wayne (Donreion) Coleman, Sr., De’Ron (Takelia) Coleman, and De’Quan (Amyria) Coleman. Grandmother of DeWayne Coleman,...
CHRISTIAN REGINA EXKANO SULLIVAN
Feb 3, 2021
Christian Regina Walker Exkano Sullivan, age 34, departed this life at her residence on Wednesday, February 3, 2021. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Christian was a 2004 graduate of St. Mary’s Academy. She continued her studies at Dillard University, earning her Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology Pre-Med in 2009. While...
EZELL WILLIAMS
Feb 2, 2021
Ezell Williams, age 77, passed away on Tuesday, February 2, 2021. He was a native of Sicily Island, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Ezell retired from Avondale Shipyards after 30 years of service. After retirement he enjoyed many years in lawncare and landscaping. Beloved husband of Evelyn Williams. Devoted father of Jonathan (Fiancée Abriel) Williams, Troy (Keyetta)...
DEBORAH SMITH WILLIS
Feb 1, 2021
Deborah Smith Willis entered into eternal rest at her residence of Monday, February 1, 2021 at the age of 68. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Deborah was employed as a cook with Freda’s Fine Food Restaurant. Beloved wife of Malcolm J. Willis. Devoted mother of Jamie Robinson, Jamerica Willis, the late Marcia Jackson. Daughter of...
MICHAEL ANTHONY WILLIAMS
Feb 1, 2021
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Michael Anthony Williams departed this life at River Bend Rehabilitation Center on Monday, February 1, 2021 at the age of 60. He was a native of Gretna, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Michael is survived by a host of relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend...
DAVID BRIGNAC
Jan 31, 2021
David Brignac departed this life on Sunday, January 31, 2021 at the age of 34. He was a native and resident of Harvey, LA. David was the owner of Spruce Up LLC. Loving father of Damontaye Sanders and Christopher Lynch. Beloved son of David Alexander and Bonnie Brignac. Grandson of Arnishie Dillon Alexander, and the late Benoris Brignac, Sr., Yvonne...
LLOYD LAWRENCE ROBY, JR.
Jan 31, 2021
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Lloyd Lawrence Roby, Jr., age 55, departed this life on Sunday, January 31, 2021 at West Jefferson Medical Center. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Terrytown, LA. Lloyd was a graduate of Warren Easton High School, and employed as a Sales Representative with General Mill Supply Fire and...
SHIRLEY JEAN SMITH LEWIS
Jan 31, 2021
Shirley Jean Smith Lewis entered peacefully into eternal rest on Sunday, January 31, 2021 at the age of 80. She was a native of Starksville, MS and a resident of Marrero, LA. Wife of the late Early James Lewis by second marriage and James Hooker by first marriage. Devoted mother of Chad Jason Hooker. Daughter of the late John Smith...
JESSE WILLIAM BRUE, SR.
Jan 29, 2021
Jesse William Brue, Sr. entered into eternal rest on Friday, January 29, 2021 at the age of 59. He was a native of New Orleans, La and a resident of Marrero, LA. Beloved husband of Brenda Thomas Brue. Loving father of Selina, Jesse Jr. (Taurian), and Jessica Brue, Eddie and Gregory (Lynette) Thomas, and the late Tynia Thomas. Son of...
BARBARA NELL DIXON
Jan 28, 2021
Barbara Nell Coler Dixon peacefully departed this life and entered her eternal life at her residence on Thursday, January 28, 2021 at the age of 78. She was a native of Thibodaux, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Barbara was a retired nurse aide with IHS. Devoted mother of Diane (Craig) Pierrie, Charles (Carlette) Dixon, and the late Alberta...
ALESHIA SIMONE LEWIS-LIDDELL
Jan 28, 2021
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Aleshia Simone Lewis-Liddell, age 56, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Thursday, January 28, 2021 at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank. She was a resident of Marrero, LA. Aleshia was a graduate of L. W. Higgins High School and employed as a Jury Administrator with the New Orleans Criminal District Court Jury Commission. She was...
DONALD GILLARD
Jan 28, 2021
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Donald Gillard was called home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, January 28, 2021 at the age of 62. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident Gretna, LA. Donald was a graduate of L. B. Landry Senior High School and represented the school as the...
BOBBY JUNIUS KELLY, SR.
Jan 28, 2021
Bobby Junius Kelly, Sr., a retired carpenter, entered into eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Thursday, January 28, 2021 at the age of 69. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Bobby was a 1970 graduate of L. B. Landry. He was a retied carpenter. Beloved husband of Robertdale Kelly. Loving...
KEVIN HARRY
Jan 27, 2021
Kevin Harry entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, January 27, 2021 at the age of 52. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Beloved son of Carolyn Harry and the late Welton Harry, Sr. Brother of Demetria McCullum, Gisele and Jonathan Harry, Sr. Loving fiancée of Cathy Allen, also survived by a host...
MARK ANTHONY FRANKLIN
Jan 27, 2021
Mark Anthony Franklin, age 47, entered into eternal rest at Ochsner Baptist Medical Center on Wednesday, January 27, 2021 surrounded by his loving family. He was a lifelong resident of Algiers, LA. Mark was employed at Goodwill Industries for over 15 years, moving up the ranks to become an Associate Manager. Loving and caring son of Hubert, Sr. and Theresa...
GRAYLING DON WALKER, SR.
Jan 26, 2021
Grayling Don Walker, Sr. entered peacefully into eternal rest on Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at the age of 58. He was a native of Marrero, LA and a resident of Waggaman, LA. Grayling was a 1980 graduate of West Jefferson High School. He continued his studies at Southern University at New Orleans, earning an Accounting Degree in 1987. While at...
THADDEUS THOMAS VALENTINE, SR.
Jan 25, 2021
Thaddeus “Shoppe” Valentine, Sr., age 72, walked into the gates of heaven on Monday, January 25, 2021. He was a native of Thibodaux, LA and a resident of Avondale, LA. Thaddeus was a retired employee of Plumbers and Steam Fitters Local 60 and Rail Crew. In the early eighties he served as the first African American Fire Chief of W....
GEORGE JOHNSON
Jan 25, 2021
George Johnson passed away at his residence on Monday, January 25, 2021 at the age of 77 surrounded by his 3 daughters and primary care givers and his niece Lana Riggins. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. George was aa Bus Driver with Orleans Parish School for over 25 years and retired in 2005. He loved...
SAMUEL LEE GREEN
Jan 25, 2021
Samuel Lee Green departed this life on Monday, January 25, 2021 at the age of 57. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Samuel was employed as a laborer with the Sanitation Department. Devoted father of Samuel (Shwane) Glapion. Loving son of the late August Lee and Myrtle Mae Green. Brother of August, Michael (Gaynell), Reginald (Chris...