Obituaries
STEVE LACEY TERRY
Nov 7, 2025
Steve Lacey Terry, age 74, passed away on Friday, November 7, 2025, at East Jefferson Medical Center. He was a native of Moro, AR and a resident of Gretna, LA. Steve was the retired owner and operator of Washington’s Bar. He was formerly employed as a chef with McDermott and as a Ship Captain. Devoted father of Khorianna (Kirel) Dogans,...
LANEY MOSES
Nov 7, 2025
Laney M. Moses entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Friday, November 7, 2025, at the age of 65. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Laney was a 1977 graduate of John Ehret High School and she attended UNO. She graduated in 1979 with a certification in business from Delta...
SIDNEY ALLEN MARTIN, JR.
Nov 9, 2025
Sidney Allen Martin, Jr. entered peacefully into eternal rest at his residence on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at the age of 75. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Sidney attended George Washington Carver High School and was employed as an Assistant Plant Manager/Crane Operator with Avondale Shipyard for over 32 years. He...
DIONNE LYNN DEVILLE
Nov 5, 2025
Dionne Lynn Deville, age 50, entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Wednesday, November 5, 2025. She was a native of Lafayette, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Dionne was employed as a manager with Mattress Firm. She is survived by a host of loving family and friends. Private Funeral Service will be held. Arrangements by Davis...
ZION AMIR SMITH (ROBERT)
Nov 3, 2025
Zion Amir Robert, infant son of Myeisha Smith and James Bankhead, was stillborn on Monday, November 3, 2025, at Ochsner Baptist Hospital. Though he never spent any time with us, he touched many hearts. Zion was deeply loved by his parents, grandparents, Natosha Douse, Morris Smith, Chris and Cheryl Robert. He was also the cherished nephew of Monique Smith, Morris...
GEORGE GRAY, JR.
Nov 5, 2025
George Gray, Jr., age 95, entered peacefully into eternal rest at his residence on Wednesday, November 5, 2025. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. George received his GED and was a licensed barber. He was a retired head custodian with the Jefferson Parish Public School System, and a former truck driver with...
THELMA RUTH LEONARD
Oct 31, 2025
Thelma Ruth Hampton Leonard peacefully departed this life at Tranquil Living Assisted Living Facility in Marrero, LA on Friday, October 31, 2025, at the age of 93. She was a native of Lafourche Parish, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Beloved wife of the late Jurdon D. Leonard, Sr. Beloved mother of Debra Leonard, Tracey Leonard, Pamela Lee,...
THERESA IRVING FRANKLIN
Oct 31, 2025
Theresa Irving Franklin entered into eternal rest on Friday, October 31, 2025, at her home surrounded by her loving family, at the age of 78. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Theresa was educated in the New Orleans Parish School System. She was a retired Food Service Manager with Ochsner Meadowcrest Hospital in Gretna, LA for...
CHARLIE LOUIS BROWN, JR.
Oct 28, 2025
Charlie L Brown, Jr. entered eternal rest on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, at the age of 70. He was a native of Bradenton FL and a resident of Marrero, LA. Charlie was a graduate of Manatee High School. He was the owner of U. S. Coating Inc. Beloved husband of Catrina M. Brown. Loving father of Lakeydra Brown and Nika...
SHAN PATRICK WILLIAMS, SR.
Nov 1, 2025
Mr. Shan P. Williams, Sr. was born on October 1, 1948, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to the late Arnold W. Brooks and Juanita Theresa Williams Thomas. A native and lifelong resident of Gretna, Louisiana, Shan, Sr. passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 1, 2025, 8:30 P.M., at Ochsner Medical Center Main Campus surrounded by his loving children, Shandrea and Shan...
JEANETTE MARIE HOUSTON
Oct 26, 2025
Jeanette M. Houston departed this life at West Jefferson Medical Center on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at the age of 62. She was a native of Westwego, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Jeanette was a graduate of L. W. Higgins High School and employed as a restaurant cook. Devoted mother of Antoinette Allen (Derrick) and Jeanetta Houston (Miesha)....
JOE BOUDION
Nov 3, 2025
Joe Boudion gained his wings as an angel on Monday, November 3, 2025, at the age of 60. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Joe was employed for over 14 years with Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans before his health began to decline. Beloved husband of Willette Jackson Boudion. Loving...
MICHAEL LEON HUNTER
Oct 22, 2025
Michael Leon Hunter entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at the age of 68. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Michael was a graduate of John McDonogh Senior High School and attended Southern University of New Orleans. He was a retired truck driver with United Parcel Service. Beloved husband...
MURELINE GRANT
Oct 30, 2025
Mureline Grant, age 81, entered peacefully into eternal rest at Ochsner Medical Center on Thursday, October 30, 2025. She was a native of Gretna, LA (McDonoghville Community) and a resident of Woldenberg Village in Algiers, LA. Mureline was a graduate of L. B. Landry High School, and she attended Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO). She was formerly employed with...
MARVIN CHARLES JONES, JR.
Oct 21, 2025
Marvin Charles Jones, Jr. entered eternal rest on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at the ageof 80. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Marvin was a graduate of G.W. Carver High School and Southern University. He served his country in the United States Army for 3 years. Marvin retired after 23 years as a service employee with...
ONEATA ELAINE STEWART JONES
Oct 24, 2025
Oneata Elaine Stewart Jones entered eternal rest at Slidell Memorial Hospital on Friday October 24, 2025, at the age of 73. She was a native of Vacherie, LA and resident of Westwego, LA. Oneata was a graduate of L. W. Higgins High School Class of 1970. She received her Bachelor of Science Degree in nursing from Dillard University and a...
DARIAN DEVON BUTLER
Oct 23, 2025
Darian “Coach Boog” Devon Butler, an educator and coach at ReNew Dolores T. Aaron Academy, passed away unexpectedly due to an automobile accident, on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at the age of 26. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Darian was a graduate of Edna Karr High School. Loving son of Darren...
JOSEPH CLIFTON HARRISON, JR.
Oct 23, 2025
Joseph Clifton Harrison, Jr., affectionately known as “Big Joe”, passed away at his residence on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at the age of 73. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and resident of Marrero, LA. Joe was a retired truck driver of Sea-Mart and Cajun Cartage Trucking Companies. He was a member of the Steamship Association-Freight Handler Union,...
MARTIN FRANK GALLOT, SR.
Oct 19, 2025
Martin Frank Gallot, age 78, departed this life peacefully on Sunday, October 19, 2025. He was a native of Opelousas, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Martin dedicated his life to service and hard work, spending many years as both a Police Officer and a Truck Driver. Known for his sharp wit and outgoing personality, he was often the...
OLGA MAE JOHNSON WILLIAMS
Oct 19, 2025
Olga Mae Johnson Williams entered into eternal rest at Sanctuary at Passages Hospice on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at the age of 70. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Olga was owner and operator of Johnson and Johnson Salon, and she was a former employee with West Jefferson High School in the...
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