Obituaries

Barbara Mackie

Barbara Mackie

Feb 11, 2025

Barbara P. Mackie

March 13, 1942 – February 11, 2025

 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Barbara Mackie, who departed this life on February 11, 2025, at her home in New Orleans, LA, at the age of 82. Barbara was born on March 13, 1942, in New Orleans, where she spent her entire life. She attended Booker...

Carolyn Jackson

Carolyn Jackson

Feb 7, 2025

Carolyn Smith Jackson, age 64, was born on February 28th, 1960, in New Orleans, LA. to the union of Robert Alfred Smith Sr. and Zenobia Smith. She departed this earthly home on February 7th, 2025. She retired from Harrah’s Casino. She is survived by her husband of 30 years, Emmanuel Bowden, 5 children Kenneth, Kendricka, Jessica, Leroy and Kadijah Jackson...

Gladiola Wilson

Gladiola Wilson

Feb 4, 2025

Gladiola Johnson Wilson, 82 yrs, 9-9-1942 born New Orleans, LA.,

(Kids) William (Deedy), Herbert (Violetta), Shelby (Lynn), Anthony (Candy), Alexander Sr. (Leshonna), (Grandkids) Devon, Alexander Jr., Demond Sr., Anthony Johnson. Herbert J Johnson, Alana Archield, Vondra Quezergue, Angela Wallace, Keisha Walker, Omar and Benjamin Johnson, Lataishea, Michael, Shelby, Branden, Nicholas Clifton, Shenita Barnette. Great Grandkids 18, (2 Brothers) Jake Johnson Jr....

Albert Alverez

Albert Alverez

Feb 1, 2025

Obituary for Albert Alverez Jr. Alpha 12-24-1948, Omega 02-01-2025

Minister Albert Alverez, Jr., a resident of New Orleans has entered into eternal rest at the age of 76. He was the son of the late Albert Williams Alverez, Sr, and Joyce Morris Alverez. Stepson of Betty Howard Alverez. He was the beloved husband of Ellen Dionne Alverez for 24 years. They...

Colleen Martin

Colleen Martin

Jan 26, 2025

Colleen Faye Martin departed her earthly home on Sunday, January 26, 2025. She was born November 21, 1953, in New Orleans, LA. Colleen lived a full and eventful life, always enjoying her time with her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her father, Lloyd Gerome Ancar, Sr., and her mother, Verlin Faye Ancar. She leaves behind four...

Tionne Joseph

Tionne Joseph

Jan 6, 2025

Tionne Katrice Joseph, age 46 left her earthen body to be with her Heavenly Father on Monday, January 6th in the evening. Truly God saved her from further suffering and from this chaotic world.She leaves to cherish her memories many relatives and friends. Her parents W. Oneal and Clara C. Joseph, siblings Shana Shelby Roberson and Oneal C. Joseph, nephews,...

Toye Hughes

Toye Hughes

Jan 3, 2025

Toye Hughes was born on March 24, 1962 and departed this life on Friday, January 3, 2025 at University Hospital in New Orleans, LA. She was a native of New Orleans and member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. She is survived by her children Tron Hughes (Racquel), LaToya Gerdes (Carlos), and Toi Hughes. Siblings Charles Lewis, Joyce Thomas, Terry Gerdes,...

Nieves Nevarez

Nieves Nevarez

Jan 1, 2025

NIEVES ( SNOW) NEVAREZ

August 25, 1947 to January 1, 2025

 Nieves passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday January 1, 2025 at the age of 77. He is preceded in death by his father and mother Manuel Nevarez, Josefa Garcia. His sister Margarita Nevarez, and his brother Juan Nevarez. He was the beloved partner of 20 years to Norma Higgenbotham. He...

James Davis

James Davis

Dec 24, 2024

 On Tuesday, December 24, 2024, James R. Davis, Jr. well known to others as “Lucky” was called to his eternal resting place. James was born on August 26, 1966, to Reverend James R. “Duke” Davis, Sr. and Celina P. Davis. 

James was baptized at an early age at Mount Olive Baptist Church in Boothville, LA by the late Reverend John Taylor....

William Butler

William Butler

Dec 12, 2024

William D. Butler, Jr.

1961 - 2024

William D. Butler, Jr., a beloved New Orleans native, passed away on December 12, 2024, in Boston at the age of 63. Born in New Orleans, Louisiana in 1961, William was a cherished son, brother, uncle, and friend who will be deeply missed by his family and community.

Throughout his life, William was passionate about cars...

Brian Johnson

Brian Johnson

Dec 10, 2024

BRIAN DYRICK JOHNSON, a victor, never giving up, and always striving, A humorous person with many laughs to render, and always the life of the party. He loved dancing, especially to a brass band in a “Second Line.” Brian was so agile; he was coined the nickname “Rubber-Legs.” A native New Orleanian, graduate of Carver Schools, and an accredited speaker...

Denise Williams

Denise Williams

Dec 9, 2024

Denise Ann Williams, 58, of New Orleans, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born and raised in the Tremé neighborhood, Denise was the cherished daughter of Wilmarine Tutt and Joseph Williams.

A proud Who Dat fan, Denise loved her New Orleans Saints and lived life with the same spirit—resilient, loyal, and full of joy....

Pamela Barra-Williams

Pamela Barra-Williams

Dec 9, 2024

Pamela Marie Barra-Williams was born on June 8,1965 and departed this earth on December 9,2024 at the age of 59 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Pamela Barra-Williams was educated at Medard H. Nelson, Edward H. Phillips High School and St. Mark’s Community Center. She was preceded in death by her father and mother the late Louis and Katherine Seaberry Barra. Her...

Joyce Thompson

Joyce Thompson

Nov 27, 2024

Joyce Marie Thompson was born to the union of the late Sherman Howard Sr and Alicia Freeman Howard on December 23, 1946. She departed this earthly life and received her wings on Wednesday, November 27, 2024. Joyce leaves to cherish her memories: 4 daughters, Lynette Howard Prosper (Hilton), Tina Thompson, Maya Thompson Ladmirault (Sean), and Patrice Thompson; sisters Stephanie Westrey...

Gabriel Anderson

Gabriel Anderson

Nov 13, 2024

Gabriel Veronica Anderson-Coleman (July 30, 1964 – November 13, 2024) passed away at age 60. A beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, Gabriel was known for her warmth, generosity, and faith. Baptized at Trinity Lutheran Church and a member of Bethel Lutheran Church at her passing, her faith was her guiding strength. Gabriel graduated from John F. Kennedy Senior High...

Lillian Jones

Lillian Jones

Nov 9, 2024

On Saturday, November 9, 2024, God called Lillian "Bea"McDonald home. She was a native of Woodville, Mississippi, but considered New Orleans her home after being here for 70 years. She leaves to cherish her fond memories her beloved children, Debra (Solomon) Colley, Phyllis (Arthal) Thomas, Kenneth (Donyell) McDonald and Barbara McDonald; two sisters, Luebirder “Bird” Jones and Cast “Blondie” Jones-Scott;...

Elouise Richardson

Elouise Richardson

Nov 8, 2024

Eloise “Denise”Richardson was born October 14, 1963 to Olivia Bloodworth She was a loving and caring person. She loved her family and enjoyed music, dance and being outside. Eloise was a wonderful person and she will be missed! She leaves to cherish her memories, Children, Brian Ashinka, Anita, Anna Desiree', Derrick, Eric, Brittany and Rachel fiancé Vincent Brumfield. 37 Grandchildren...

Lionel Moore

Lionel Moore

Nov 5, 2024

Lionel J. Moore, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at the age of 83. He was a native of Thibodaux, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Lionel was born July 13, 1941, to parents, John Moore Sr. & Ellen Hampton Moore. His presence will be deeply missed, but his love and precious memories will live...

Yolanda Roberts

Yolanda Roberts

Nov 3, 2024

Yolanda Roberts sadly depart this life at the age of 71 on November 3, 2024 in New Orleans Louisiana surrounded by family. She is survived by sons Reginald and Ryan Roberts, granddaughters Rajah Roberts and Roshaun Roberts Allen, niece Raina Roberts and a host of great grandchildren nieces and nephews. Yolanda was preceded in death by her parents, Roosevelt Roberts,...

Antionette Williams

Antionette Williams

Nov 1, 2024

Antionette Marie Jones Williams

October 11, 1960 – November 1, 2024

New Orleans

Antionette was born on October 11, 1960, to Marion Kenner Jones and James Jones, Sr. She was the youngest child in the family. Antionette was educated at McDonald 42 Elementary School, Andrew J. Bell, Middle School, and John McDonald Senior High School where she was a proud member of the...

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