Obituaries
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Alienne JeanLouis
Oct 26, 2024
Alienne JeanLouis, beloved resident of New Orleans, Louisiana, passed away on October 26, 2024, at the age of 81. Born on February 5, 1943, Alienne lived a life filled with love, kindness, and compassion. She touched the hearts of all who knew her with her warm smile and gentle spirit. Alienne will be remembered for her unwavering strength and determination,...
Beatrice Crenshaw
Oct 21, 2024
Beatrice Gordon Crenshaw, born December 14,1936 in Greensburg, LA transitioned peacefully at the age of 87; on Monday October 21,2024 in New Orleans, LA. She was preceded in death by her late husband Jerry “J.C. “Crenshaw; mother, Lena Mae Bennett Jackson; father, Bennie Gordon; siblings, Edgar and Henry Jackson, Talmadge Gordon, Evelyn Watkins, Annette Berry and Leola Gordon. She leaves...
Shannon Hewlett
Oct 11, 2024
Rev. Shannon W. Hewlett
Shannon W. Hewlett ascended into eternity on Friday, October 11, 2024. He was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee and a graduate of Riverside High School and attended Chattanooga State Community College. Shannon proudly served as a Drill Sergeant in the United States Army and completed a tour in the Vietnam War and a member of the 101 Airborne...
Frances Cain
Oct 1, 2024
Frances L. Cain of Greenwood, Ms., transitioned peacefully on October 1, 2024, at the age of 64. Frances was born on March 7, 1960, she was preceded in death by her companion of 35 years Renaud Cockrham Sr, her parents Lucille Mays and Otis Cole (both from Greenwood, Ms.), her daughter Keshanna Cain and sisters Patricia and Jennifer Mays. She...
Joseph Major Sr.
Sep 30, 2024
Joseph Major, Sr., 82, peacefully transitioned to his eternal life, surrounded by his loving family, on September 30, 2024. He was born in St. Bernard, LA to the late Philip and Gladys Major. He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Mary Louise Duplessis Major, his children, Joseph Major, Jr. (Melody), Andrea Hill (Charles Jr.), and Trenelle Collins...
Robert Smith Sr
Sep 29, 2024
Robert Alfred Smith Sr., age 89, was born on April 25, 1935 in New Orleans, LA to the union of B.J. Smith and Mildred Bennette. He departed this earthly home on Sunday, September 29, 2024. Robert was retired from the International Longshoremen’s Association, AFL-CIO, Local 3000. He is survived by his children, Ronnie (Janice) Smith, Shelia (Lester) Morgan, Gwendolyn LeBlanc,...
Yvonne Caliste
Sep 22, 2024
Yvonne M. (Punie) Caliste, beloved daughter of the late Emanuel Sr. & Lucille Caliste, entered into eternal rest on September 22, 2024. Yvonne leaves to cherish her memories, her beloved children, David, Dominique, Jonquel and Natasha Caliste, siblings, Shelita C. Nelson, Sylvia C. Smith, Zolite, Emanuel Jr., Alvin, and Ferdinand Caliste, five grandchildren, and a host of other loving relatives...
Charles Knight Sr.
Aug 24, 2024
Charles Knight, Sr.
July 19, 1947 – August 24, 2024
Gulfport, Mississippi
Charles Knight, Sr., born in New Orleans, Louisiana, transitioned in Gulfport, MS at the age of 77 on Saturday, on August 24, 2024, after a courageous battle with his declining health. He was the son of Olivia Knight and Southern Harris and youngest sibling of Barbara Williams and Leroy Knight. He...
Elwood Junior JR
Aug 21, 2024
Minister Elwood Jude Junior, Jr., passed away at his home in Meraux, Louisiana at the age of 55 on Wednesday August 21, 2024. He was a native of New Orleans and a 1987 graduate of John F. Kennedy. Elwood was the son of the late Elwood Jude Junior, Sr. and Pastor Joanne Vallery, born on March 19, 1969. Elwood was...
Deborah Matthews
Aug 19, 2024
Deborah a beacon of light wo graced this world from May 12, 1958, to August 19, 2024. Deborah was born in New Orleans, LA to the late Earnest Camel Sr. and Mary Lee Camel.
Deborah leaves to cherish her precious memories: her loving and devoted husband; Rev. Kevin Matthews, One daughter; Tramecha Rankins and favorite son-in-law, Dr. Ansel Rankins Sr., Baton...
Bernard Bradstreet
Aug 16, 2024
Bernard Bradstreet, born in New Orleans, Louisiana, on November 5, 1961, transitioned peacefully in Baton Rouge, La at the age of 62; on Friday, August 16, 2024 after a long and courageous battle with his declining health. He was the beloved son of the late Keeno Bradstreet and Emma (Finley) Lawrence. He confidently accepted our LORD Jesus Christ as his...
Claudette Jackson
Aug 15, 2024
Claudette M. Boutte Jackson entered into eternal rest on Thursday, August 15, 2024 at the age of 74. Claudette was born in New Iberia, Louisiana on April 28, 1950. Claudette was a loving daughter of the late Marjorie and Chester James Boutte Sr. She was a graduate of Jonas Henderson High School 1968. Married 34 magnificent years to the love...
Willie Richardson
Aug 14, 2024
Willie Richardson, an active member of Corinthian Missionary Baptist Church #2, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday August 14, 2024 at the age of 84. Preceded in death by his parents John and Roxie Davis Richardson, Sr. and first wife Mary Bell Richardson. He is survived by a devoted wife Doris Richardson; two loving sons Derrick (Julia)...
Samuel Alexander
Aug 12, 2024
Samuel Alexander 1962-2024
July 3, 1962- August 12 2024
Samuel Charles Alexander was born July 3rd 1962, to the parents of Charles Alexander (deceased) and Wilhelmina Day (Alexander) (deceased) and his step-dad JZ Day who raised him, he parted this life to be with his master Jesus Christ on August 12th, 2024, Charles was married to Jennifer Watley (Alexander) for 16...
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