Obituaries

Johnny (Dunney) Noble, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, March 4, 2021 at the age of 63 in his home in New Orleans Louisiana. Johnny is the devoted father of two daughters Chelsea Duncan and the late Michelle Roberts two stepdaughters Ermia and Applonia Conner one son Rashid Patterson; he is the brother of Lawrence noble, Craig and Scottie,...

Marjorie C. Toussaint, 79, is survived by her children, Percy Crockett (Cecile), Michael Crockett (Beverly), Andriel Toussaint, James Lloyd Toussaint; brothers, Noah Crockett, Lamon Crockett; grandchildren, great grandchildren, cousins a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by one son, Gary Toussaint; parents, Alonzo and Margaret Crockett, Sr.; brothers, Alonzo Crockett Jr., Jackson Crockett,...

Arissa Ernestine Jones, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, February 21, 2021, in New Orleans, LA. Arissa was born on March 20, 1998 to Josett Thompson Jones and Wendell Jones, in New Orleans, LA. She is survived by her parents, Josett Thompson (Freddie Seymour) and Wendell Jones, her beloved puppy Jaxi, her grandparents Addie Gaines (Douglas Gaines) and Otto Thompson;...

Ruddley Joseph Thibodeaux, Sr., passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 18, 2021 at his home at the age of 73. He was the son of the late Treville and Hazel Thibodeaux.He is survived by his beloved wife Marlene Tripps Thibodeaux, his brother Darryl Thibodeaux, his son Ruddley Thibodeaux, Jr., a step-daughter, Tanzania Williams and two grandsons; Ryan Singleton and Ruddley...

Shirley Page Walker, was born on January 4, 1939, in New Orleans, LA, the second born to the late Joseph Page and Marion Zimmerman. She passed unexpectedly on January 8, 2021 while visiting family in Dallas, she was 82.

She grew up in the 7th ward of New Orleans on Kerlerec Street and attended Catholic School.Shirley was a homemaker who loved...

Lydia Ballard Johnson, 75, peacefully departed her earthly body on December 10, 2020, New Orleans, LA. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, Joseph E. Johnson Jr., and nephew, Reynaud Joseph Coleman. She is survived by her children: Ursula Johnson (Henry) Murdaugh, of Woodbridge, VA, Joseph Edward (Erica) Johnson, III, of Slidell, LA, Edward Jerome (Sametta) Johnson, of...

Yvonne Wright Campbell, entered into eternal rest on Friday, December 4, 2020 in New Orleans, LA at the age of 84. She was the mother of Reverend Dr. John Jackson; sister of Gloria Dean Wright, Sgm. Edward Wright and Roscoe Wright. Yvonne is preceded in death by her husband, Johnnie Campbell, Sr.; her parents, Helen and Albert Leo Wright, Sr.;...

Floyd Bernard Duplessis, passed away on Monday, November 29, 2020 in New Orleans, LA at the age of 70. Born December 6, 1949 to the late Beatrice and Alvin Duplessis, Floyd is survived by his first wife, Gladys Duplessis; children, Sophia, April, and Michael; sons-in-law, Jeffrey and Willie; and daughter-in-law, Yolanda; grandchildren, Sanaa, Sieanna, Ariel, Allon, Makayla, and Marcus; siblings,...

Francis Vernon Cousin, passed away on Sunday, November 28, 2020 in Covington, LA at the age of 72. He leaves to cherish his memory, three daughters, Sabre Cousin, Tina Cousin, and Jessica Cousin, all of Georgia; honorary daughter, Tyronda Cousin of Louisiana; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two brothers, Ronald Cousin of Louisiana and Christopher Cousin of New York; one sister,...

Tangie Laquita Thompson, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, November 12, 2020 at the age of 55. A native of New Orleans, LA, and graduate of Booker T. Washington High School, Tangie was a beautiful soul and lived her life to the fullest. She had an infectious spirit and was loved by many. She will forever be remembered for...

Robert (Bobby) Joseph Blanton, transitioned peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, November 22, 2020 at the age of 62. Bobby loved fishing and was an all-around handy man. He leaves to cherish his precious memory, his beloved children, Tequilla Dozier, Miranda (Kevin) and Missy (K.C.) Ifford, and Tre’bor, Jerrion and Nyjae (Jerron) Blanton; devoted ex-wife, Gilda Blanton; 15 grandchildren;...

Denise N. Williams, peacefully transitioned at 5:00am on Wednesday, November 11, 2020 at her home in New Orleans, LA at the age of 56. Born May 23, 1964 in New Orleans, LA to Raymond and Dolores Williams, Denise always maintained strong determination, an animated spirit, and a friendly smile, as she successfully battled breast cancer for more than 10...

Patricia Smith, peacefully passed away on All Saints Day, Sunday, November 1, 2020 in New Orleans, LA at the age of 66. Born October 11, 1954 in Jackson, MS, Patricia was the daughter of the late Alberta Smith, and was a lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA. Patricia graduated from Warren Eastern High School in 1972, before embarking on...

We celebrate the life of our beloved brother in Christ, Charles Anthony Smith, affectionately known as Rocky. Born August 13, 1962 in New Orleans, Louisiana, Charles departed this earthly life and gained his eternal wings on Thursday, November 5, 2020 in Slidell, LA at the age of 58. He was the loving husband of Shirlond August-Smith; the son of...

Jerome (Broom) Hilton, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, November 5, 2020 at the age of 63. The former employee at of Coca-Cola, Tree Medic and the Mercedes-Benz Superdome, leaves to cherish his memory, his loving wife, Patricia Lynn Hilton; four sons; two daughters; four brothers; two sisters; 16 grandchildren; three and a half great grandchildren; and a...

Claude Fernandez Jr., passed away on Friday, October 30, 2020 in New Orleans, LA at the age of 52. He leaves to cherish his memory, his lovely companion, Shonda Keasley; seven children, Shawn, Myzelle and Claudia Kennedy, Kishon Fernandez, and Chante, Janae, and Christian Keasley; sister, Kim Fernandez; two step-sisters; father, Claude Fernandez Sr.; 14 grandchildren; and a host...

Frank Jackson, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, October 27, 2020 at the age of 82. Born January 15, 1938 in Centreville, Mississippi to the late Albert and Theo Jackson, Frank was the manager and bass player for the famous gospel group, The Legendary Rocks of Harmony. He also worked as a freight handler for more than 40 years...

Clacy Mae Stevenson, peacefully departed this life on Monday, October 26, 2020 in Jefferson Parish, LA at the age of 91. Born January 21, 1929 in Chacahoula, Terrebonne Parish, LA. to the late Alvin Singleton Sr. and Alma Livas Singleton, Clacy dedicated her life to Christ. She was baptized at the age of six by the late Rev. Harrison Gary...

Charmaine Yorel Wallace, passed away on Friday, October 16, 2020 in Kenner, LA at the age of 35. Born June 12, 1985, her precious life was lost in a tragic car accident. Charmaine will be truly missed by all who knew her. She leaves to cherish her memory, four beautiful daughters, Charel, Chanel, Chantel, and Chasity Wallace; her loving mother,...

Percy Branon peacefully departed this life on Tuesday, October 13, 2020 in New Orleans, LA at the age of 82. Born in Jackson, LA on September 8, 1938, Percy was employed by Artis Sr. Steel & Co. for several years. He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, Gale G. Branon; brother, Allen Branon; sons, Percy Brannon Jr., and Kendall...