Obituaries

Lawrence Edward Corban Jr passed away peacefully in New Orleans at the Veterans Memorial Hospital on July 13,2021. He was 74 years old. Larry was a United States Navy Petty Officer and Vietnam War Veteran. He was a Chef on the U.S.S Braine (DD-630) during his service. He was also awarded the Navy Unit Medal of Commendation for heroism...

Paul “Curly” Joseph Ford, at the tender age of 34, passed away peacefully on Friday June 30,2021, Born October 17,1986 in New Orleans to Cathy Mohamed and Kevin Ford Sr, to the late (Pops) Alonzo DeMesma Sr, Paul is survived by his children Kynnyada and Trezhiyra Ford.; Siblings, Belva Mohamed, Kevin Ford Jr ( Jayanna), Darrylene (Cornell) Young, Devin...

Gilbert Matthew Luke, Sr. entered eternal rest on Monday, July 19, 2021 in Dallas, TX. He was 80 years old. Beloved son of the late Joseph and Lillie Luke. Loving husband of the late Joan Davis Luke. Devoted father of Gilbert M. Luke Jr., Shelita Luke, Trisa Harwell (Brett), Keya Luke, and Keila Luke. Beloved grandfather of Rickey T....

Elizabeth ‘Carmen’ Dominick entered into her heavenly home on July 11 2021, she was 65 years of age. Carmen was proceeded in death by her parents Stanley Davis and Florence Hopkins Dolliole, her oldest son Emanuel Hingle, her sister Deborah Pichon and brother Brentin Dolliole. Carmen leaves a treasure chest of memories to be cherished by her husband Phillip...

Essie Mae Harris Perry of New Orleans, La. transitioned to her heavenly home on Wednesday July 14, 2021 at the age of 80. Essie, the eldest child born to Will H. and Leah Harris, in Amite County Mississippi on April 14, 1941.

Essie graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Southern University New Orleans and a Master’s...

Julia Aline Ellzey slipped into the arms of her Heavenly King on Wednesday Morning, July 14, 2021 at her home with her loving husband Larry L. Ellzey by her side at the age of 71.She was born on October 11, 1949 in Tylertown, Mississippi to the late Wiley and Naomi Jenkins. She was the middle child of two brothers,...

Maryann P. Richardson peacefully entered eternal rest in the comfort of her home on Tuesday July 06, 2021. She was born October 5, 1937, to the late Reverend Isiah and Viney Burl Peterson. Maryann was the loving wife of the late Eugene Richardson Sr. Mother of Viney (Frank)Pierre, the late Gail Richardson, Donna(late Herman) Williams, Charles, Celestan Ray and...

Margie Marcus was the first child of William and Aquilla Lewis Marcus. Born in Haynesville LA. She had five siblings: Mattie, William Jr., Bobby, Mabel, and Douglas; all preceded her in death. Her parents stressed “sticking together, helping each other.” She remained a member and attended Friendship Baptist Church when “home.”Her prayers for her children reflected faith and hope....

Yarvielle “Neka” Bell was called home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, June 29, 2021 at the age of 46 years old. She was the daughter of Barbara Bell and the late Clarence Moore and was born in New Orleans, LA on July 16, 1974. She leaves to cherish her memories, her mother, Barbara Bell; three brothers, Orlanders...

John “Tucker” Miller Smith, passed away on June 30, 2021 at the age 78 at New Orleans East Hospital. He was born November 7, 1942 in Demopolis, AL. He attended Booker T. Washington High School and worked at the United States Post Office. He served in United States Army, Specialist E-4, 92G, Loved attending Saints games and family gatherings.His...

Hasan Shiriffe Simms, was a New Orleans native born to the Late Joyce Ann Claiborne Simms and theLate Owens James Davillier Sr. on November 29, 1974. He was the founder and CEO of HoodstatusEntertainment and Da Club Event Center. He departed this life June 19, 2021 at the age of 46. He wasthe beloved husband of Kelly Tillotson Simms....

Georgia Laverne Johnson, transition on Friday, May 28, 2021, peacefully in her home. She was born on December 20, 1931 to the late James and Ernestine Gardner in Magnolia, Mississippi. Her early school age days were in Pike County, MS. She moved to New Orleans, Louisiana and attended McDonald #35 High School. Laverne was preceded in death by her...

On January 1, 1944, in New Orleans, Louisiana, Sarah and Prince Veal were blessed with a beautiful daughter, named, Elvia “Lubertha” Veal, affectionately called, “El.” Elvia accepted Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior in 1967, and was baptized at New Hope Baptist Church by her late uncle, Dr. Freddie H. Dunn, Sr. On Saturday, May 29, 2021, she entered eternal...

Lucretia Lemon White, ,affectionately called “Lu”, was born on September 1, 1955 in New Orleans, LA to the union of the late Charles Alfred Lemon and Barbara Coleman Lemon Sims. On April 22, 2021, the Lord called her home at the age of 65. She leaves to cherish her memories two daughters: Vicki Lemon Smith and A’Shanta A. Coston;...

Leona Bolds Robinson, ,age 92, peacefully entered into eternal rest on Saturday, May 1, 2021 in her residence of Slidell, LA. at Park Provence Senior Living Center.Born August 2, 1928 was one of six children to the union of Annie Ernestine Verrett and Leon Bolds. Beloved wife for over 60 years to John W. Robinson who predeceased her. Mother...

Ollie Deborah “Bibbie” Smith, , age 65, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, April 24, 2021, at her home, surrounded by her children. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Chalmette, LA. She was a 1974 graduate of L.E. Rabouin High School. She retired from the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport as a...

The scripture 1st Thessalonians says: For the Lord himself shall descend from Heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trumpet of God, and the dead in Christ shall rise first.90, of Kenner, LA, passed away on April 20, 2021 after a recent battle with cancer. Nettie was born on November 1st, 1930 to Doretha...