Obituaries

Dorothy Thomas, – passed away on Monday, August 26, 2019 in Winter Garden, FL at the age of 85. She leaves to cherish her memory, her children, Peter (Yolanda) Smith III, Karen Peterson, Kenneth (Jackie) Smith, and Wayne (Kathy) Smith; her sister, Eleanor Perkins; a host of grandchildren; great-grandchildren; great-great grandchildren; nieces; nephews; cousins; and special friends. Dorothy is preceded...

Lydia Dampeer Roberts, – entered into her soul journey on Friday, August 23, 2019 at her home in New Orleans, LA at the age of 60. Born on June 23, 1959, Lydia leaves to cherish her memory, her loving husband, Bennie Roberts Jr.; two daughters, Qwanda Dampeer and Shenika Roberts; three sisters, Annette Hartrell, Debra Slaughter (Lemar) and Sherrie Goodjoint;...

Elliott Joshua Jefferson, – passed away peacefully at his residence while surrounded by loved ones on Thursday, August 22, 2019. He was 90 years old. Elliott is the beloved husband of Helen L. Bell; father of Marc E. (Felicia), and Stephen J. (Cindy) Jefferson; grandfather of Loryn T., Stephen F., and Jonathan L. Jefferson, all of Houston, TX; devoted uncle...

Otis Wilson Jr., – passed away unexpectedly at his home in New Orleans, LA on Wednesday, August 21, 2019. He was 56 years old. Born August 2, 1963 to Otis Sr. and Rosemary Wilson, Otis graduated from Eleanor McMain High School and attended the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. He worked many years for Dickie Brennan’s Steakhouse, Commander’s Palace and...

Sylvester Odell Snow, aka Pop – began his earthly journey on August 12, 1976. On Thursday, August 22, 2019, Pop transitioned to his heavenly home. He was 43 years old. He leaves to cherish his earthly memories, his mother, Grace Watts; five children, Tiana Gardener-Snow, Symaj Snow, Sy’myre Snow, Symi Snow, and Stylez Snow; grandson, Julez Gardener; sisters, Bobbie Snow-Howard,...

Brenda Ann Randolph, – passed on Monday, August 19, 2019 in New Orleans, LA at the age of 75. Born on December 19, 1943 to the late Samuel and Florence Pierce, Brenda retired from K-mart Corporation and volunteered her time at Touro Hospital. She was a dedicated member of Greater St. Stephens Full Gospel Baptist Church and had a joyous...

Bridget Clara Washington Johnson, – passed away on Saturday, August 17, 2019 in her husband’s loving arms. She was 37 years old. Bridget leaves to carry on her legacy, her husband, Frank Johnson, Jr.; five children, Frank, Chloe, Makhi, Kenzie, and Cali Johnson; five siblings, Sonja, Gregory, Isria, Derrick, and Shawn Washington; mother-in-love, Marva Johnson; five siblings-in-love, Tammy, Tanya (Marc),...

Irene Odom Johnson, – entered into heaven’s gates on Friday, August 16, 2019 in New Orleans, LA. She was 78 years old. Born in DeKalb, MS to Lena Odom and Ernest Burton Sr., Irene leaves to cherish her memory, her children, Tracey Johnson, Rosie (Eric Sr.) Martin, Cassandra (Michael Sr.) Thigpen, Steven Odom, Christopher (Monica) Odom Sr., and Sullivan (Miriam)...

Jesse Bethely Sr., – passed away on Monday, August 12, 2019 at his home in New Orleans, LA with his loving family by his side. He was 84 years old. Born February 6, 1937 in Wilson, LA to Sherman and Mary Bethely, Jesse is survived by his wife, Dorothy Mae Bethely; his children, Pamela Adams, Serena Anderson, and Jesse Bethely...

Joshua Peter Brown, Sr. , – passed away on Sunday, August 11, 2019 in New Orleans, LA. He was 38 years old. Born May 3, 1981 to Jimmie Lee and Lisa Ann Brown, Joshua worked in and around the New Orleans area. He leaves to cherish his memory, his children, Joshua, Jr., Ja’Keem and D’jardaye Brown; step child, Devin Jones;...

Maxine Cole Simpson, – entered into eternal rest on Friday, August 9, 2019 at her home in Gretna, LA. She was 88 years old. A native of Sharon, MS, Maxine worked for many years as a barmaid at Uncle Billy’s and was a member of Christian Unity Baptist Church. She enjoyed cooking and talking, but most of all, spending time...

Roosevelt Frye, – entered eternal rest on Tuesday, August 6, 2019 in New Orleans, LA. He was 86 years old. Born in Fayette, MS, Roosevelt moved to New Orleans at an early age. He was employed by Top Job Janitorial Service and the Historical Carver Theater. He was the devoted father of Evelyn Frye (deceased), Barbara Frye, Abiram (Misty) Frye,...

Sterling Young, III, – passed away on Saturday, August 3, 2019 at University Hospital in New Orleans, LA. He was 24 years old. Sterling loved chilling with his family and friends, listening to music, and telling jokes. He leaves to cherish his memory, his parents, Sterling Young, II and Corrie Laws; sisters, Christain Laws, Irione Young, and Milan and Mariah...

Alonzo “Lonnie” Morgan, – entered into eternal rest on Saturday, August 3, 2019 in New Orleans, LA. He was 61 years old. A lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA Alonzo graduated from George Washington Carver High School and worked at New Orleans Cold Storage for 25 years. He leaves to cherish his memory, his devoted wife, Trudy Morgan; his children,...

Shannon Joseph “Shirts” Moore, – departed this earthly life on Wednesday, August 7, 2019 at the age of 38. He is survived by his parents, Joseph E. Vincent Jr. and Cynthia Moore; his son, Jaylen Shannon Moore; sister, Joell (Brian) Moore; brothers, Terrell, Merrell (Alfrea), and Shawn (Natosha) Moore; and a host of other relatives and friends. He is preceded...

Shawn Dantrell Williams, – entered into eternal rest on Friday, August 2, 2019 in Jefferson, LA. He was 37 years old. A native of Kenner, LA, Shawn leaves to cherish his memory, his parents, Pamela Lisa Ann Williams and Andrew Barnes; companion, Shavonna Cross; children, Shawn Jr., Iysis Rene, Ashayluh Antrell Marie, and Shayne Williams; brother, Mentel Leroy Williams Sr.;...

Dorvin Delida Bodden, – age 91, was called to her heavenly home on Monday, July 29, 2019 in Indian Trail, North Carolina. Born in 1928 in Utila Bay Island, Honduras to the late Robert and Adelaid Alexis, Dorvin grew up in Roatan and later migrated to the United States. Known as a lover of cooking, she was loved by many,...

Luberta Dabney Francis, – age 91, departed this life on Thursday, July 25, 2019 at her home in New Orleans, LA. A lifelong resident of New Orleans, Luberta graduated from Booker T. Washington High School and worked at Deansgates Sewing for more than 35 years. She also was a member of First African Baptist Church – 6th District in New...

Josef Christopher Brown, – age 28, passed away on Wednesday, July 24, 2019 in New Orleans, LA. He leaves to cherish his memory, his beloved parents, Gabe Halley and Debra Brown-Cornett; siblings, Zirece and Kimberly Fraizer, Cedric Brown, Kenneth and Gabrielle Halley, and Taciana Negret; grandmother, Janet Jones; two godchildren; and a host of other relatives and close friends. He...

Leonard Jones, Jr, – age 94, transitioned to his eternal home on Tuesday, July 23, 2019 in New Orleans, LA. Born on October 31, 1925 to the late Leonard and Emma Jones, Sr., Leonard was an U.S. Army veteran and served in the Korean War. He leaves to cherish his memory: his wife, Mary C. Jones; two sons, Raymond D....