Obituaries

Diane Ducre received her heavenly wings on April 16, 2023, at Bayside Healthcare, in Gretna Louisiana. Diane was born on September 6, 1945, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Over her 77 years she resided in several places Covington, La, New Orleans, La and Round Rock, Texas. She was educated throughout the St. Tammany Parish School System. Diane later received her...

Ida Mae Berryhill departed this life on Tuesday, April 18,2023 at West Jefferson Hospital in Marrero, LA at the age of 91. Born on January 11,1932 to the union of Louis and Videlia Ausbrooks Sr., Ida leaves to cherish her memories, Curtis Berryhill Jr.(Son)(Patricia), Joseph Berryhill(Son), Joycelyn Berryhill(Daughter), Pastor D. R. Berryhill Sr.(Son)(Susan), Shirley Ausbrooks(Sister-in-law), 4 Sisters: Lucy Mae...

Laura Yolanda Baptiste Riley was born March 13, 1964 in New Orleans, La to the Late Frank Taylor and Doris Francis Baptiste.

Laura was proceeded in death by her parents, her maternal grandparents Eva Morris and Wilton V. Francis, 1 brother Riley Baptiste III, 1 sister Angela Burrell Baptiste, 1 niece Shaquita Walton 1 great niece Ty’Junique Harris and Godmother...

Manley Robert Branham ,age 74, passed away on Wednesday, April 12, 2023. He was born in Birmingham, AL and was a resident of Metairie, La. Manley was preceded in death by his parents Violet Boutwell Branham and M.T. Branham and his brother Kenneth Branham. He is survived by his wife Mary Frances Branham and his sister Norlyn Hyde (Leo) of...

Kevin Johnson Sr. September 2, 1975 – March 29, 2023

Kickoff for Kevin Johnson Sr. was September 2, 1975 in New Orleans, La., to the late Timothy Johnson Sr. and Lula Mae Johnson. He touchdown in heaven to be with the Lord on March 29, 2023, at the age of 47. Kevin attended New Orleans, Louisiana public school system. After...

Rita Jackson Craig , 84, was called from labor to rest on April 2, 2023 at Touro Hospital. Mrs. Craig was born October 22, 1938 in New Orleans, LA. Mrs. Craig leaves to cherish her precious memories, three sons Raymond Jackson, Rannell and Walter Craig, Jr., one daughter, Lynda (John) Perry; son-in-law, Larry W. Cooper, Sr.; sister, Trudy Granderson and...

Rose Mary Smith Roche’ went home to be with the Lord and savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at the age of 81 years old. She was born December 5, 1941 in New Orleans, La. to the union of the late Gus Smith Jr. and Evelyn Barrett Smith. Rose graduated as the Salutatorian of Booker T. Washington...

Ella Louise “Big Lou” Williams , a lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA. The daughter of the late Otho Moore and Virginia Moore (Henson). Ella was born on June 09,1949 in Philadelphia, Ms. She departed this earthly life on Sunday, April 02, 2023 at the age of 73 years old. In addition to her parents, Ella is also Preceded in...

Betty Louise “Old Bones” Bruce, 73, passed away unexpectedly of a heart attack on March 20, 2023.Betty was born on July 3, 1949 to Melissa Baine McKinney and Clarence “Riley” McKinney in Tyronza, Arkansas. She was the beloved baby sister to Johnny, Hubert, and Carter until Betty’s baby sister, Brenda came along when Betty was 9. Brenda was Betty’s first...

George J Westley, was born August 4, 1943 to the late Esther Wesley and James Calicote. He was called home to be with the Lord on March, 1, 2023 at the age of 79.  He leaves to cherish his memories his sons Derek (Cynthia) and Taiwo, his daughter Melanie, grandchildren, siblings, George is survived by his sons Derek and Taiwo;...

Broderick Brent Franklin, Age 66, of New Orleans Louisiana sadly left us on March 3, 2023. Broderick is survived by daughter Dionne Sylvester (Melvin), Sons Kenyatta Williams, and Brent Lewis (Angelica). 9 Granddaughters, 8 Grandsons, 13 Great-Grandchildren, Sister Patrica O’Neal, Niece/Sisters Minister Deandrea Brown (LadyBird), Georzett Bowman, NIkia Russel, nephews / Brothers Vincent Brown (Michelle), Jermaine Jackson, Elridge Frey (Peanut)(Tracy)...

Jill Smith Boyd, 75, was called to her heavenly home on February 27, 2023. Jill, a native New Orleanian, was preceded in death by her parents Earl and Dorothy Smith, her brother August Smith, and sister Evangeline Seals. Jill was the proud mother of four children, Giselle Goins (Gavin Sr.), Michele Mitchell (Rockie), Walter Boyd Jr., Candace Stanton (Omar); and...

Charles Joseph “Packy” Bevrotte III, of New Orleans, La, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 18, 2023, at the age of 93. Charles, affectionally known as “Packy” was the son of the late Charles Bevrotte Jr and Eunice Arceneaux. He is survived by his beloved wife of 71 years, Janice Long Bevrotte; son, Maceo Raymond Bevrotte (Jennifer); three grandchildren, Carrie...

Helma Deloris Dickerson Thibodeaux was born on august 25, 1933, in Labadieville, La where she attended and graduated from Napoleonville High School in Assumption Parish in 1951.

Shortly after graduating high school, Thelma entered a union with Albert Thibodeaux, Jr. in 1955 and relocated to New Orleans, La where she worked as a seamstress and private duty sitter. upon relocating to...

Janice Ann Webster Dédé, 74 years old, passed away on February 19, 2023. She was a lifelong resident of New Orleans, born to Warren J. Webster, Sr. and Virginia Elizabeth Jones Webster on October 27, 1948. Janice was dedicated to caring for others. She lived life to the fullest and found enjoyment in spending time with family and frequenting casino’s,...

Eugene (Gene) Joseph Fields Sr, 83 of Houston,TX formerly of New Orleans, LA area passed away peacefully on February 03, 2023 at 11:30pmCST. He was born in New Orleans, LA to Michael and Edith Borras Fields.

Eugene was predeceased by his parents. He is survived by his wife Linda Ryals Fields, his children, Terrilynn A Fields, Michael Eugene Fields his wife...

In loving memory of our mother, grandmother, and mother in law Christina Meaux Ferrier to whom we shall dearly miss passed away on the night of January 23,2023. Joining her mother Alverda Meaux and father Thomas Meaux at the age of 46. She is survived by her three children Rebecca Mcculloch (Joshua Mcculloch), Monique Meaux ( Reginald Hampton), and Jonathan...

Kathleen Lynn Ducombs Gothard, born April 23, 1982, a native of Chalmette, Louisiana and longtime resident of both Bay St. Louis, Mississippi and Lansing, Michigan, passed away in her sleep on Friday, January 13, 2023. She is preceded in death by her parents: Deborah Andrues Ducombs & Albert Ducombs, Jr, siblings: Amanda and Brian Ducombs, and grandparents: Lena & Willie...

Karen Marie McCormicky McCormick “KK”, age 61, passed peacefully at her home in New Orleans, LA on January 4, 2023. She is survived by her daughter, Bianca Brock, son, George Brock, and three bonus sons, Phillip (Amber) Brock Jr., Chadd (Latoya) Brock, and Ryan (Brittney) Brock. Also, her brother Aaron Butler, sister, Kynta Butler, and granddaughter, Tailan Brock. She’s Preceded...

Cecile Marie McGuire Ferrand entered eternal rest Wednesday, January 4, 2023 at the age of 96. She was born November 11,1926 to the late Oscar McGuire and Dorothy Knightshed. Mrs. Ferrand was a lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA and a proud member of My Redeemer Baptist Church.She leaves to cherish her memories with her two children. Hayes Richardson Sr....