Obituaries

ARIC  GABRIEL ADAMS

ARIC GABRIEL ADAMS

Jan 17, 2026

Aric Gabriel Adams departed this earthly life on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at the age of 50. He was a native and lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA. Beloved son of Arlene James Harrison and Lawrence Adams, Jr. Stepson of Frankie Adams. Loving stepbrother of Chaz Adams. Devoted grandson of Pearlia Richard, Saul James, and the late Lawrence Adams, Sr....

OLIN DEREK GRANT, SR.

OLIN DEREK GRANT, SR.

Jan 16, 2026

Olin Derek Grant, Sr., age 59, transitioned into eternal rest on Friday, January 16, 2026, at Ochsner Medical Center Main Campus. He was native of Gretna, LA (McDonoghville Community) and a resident of Avondale, LA. Olin was a former employee of Silocaf USA LLC. He was a faithful member of St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church. Loving father of Olin Derek...

ALVIN PETER GARABOLD, JR.

ALVIN PETER GARABOLD, JR.

Jan 20, 2026

Alvin Peter Garabold, Jr. passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at the age of 48. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Bridge City, LA. Alvin was a graduate of Jackson State University, where he earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in science. He later earned a specialist certification in educational leadership from Capella...

REGINALD JESUS MCGINNIS

REGINALD JESUS MCGINNIS

Dec 31, 2025

Reginald Jesus McGinnis entered eternal rest at University Medical Center on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at the age of 31. He was a native and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Relatives and friends of the family also pastors, officers, and members of Cornerstone Christian Center and neighboring churches are invited to attend the Celebration of Life at Cornerstone Christian...

EARLEAN WEBB

EARLEAN WEBB

Jan 14, 2026

Earlean Webb, age 76, entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence Wednesday, January 14, 2026. She was a native of Liberty, MS and a resident of Harvey, LA. Earlean earned certification as a teacher’s assistant, while in the Job Corps in Moses Lake Washington. She was employed in the hospitality industry at the Clarion Hotel Radisson, Marriott Hotel and...

RHENDA FLOYCE GOINS

RHENDA FLOYCE GOINS

Jan 13, 2026

Rhenda Floyce “Lil Baby” Goins fell asleep in the arms of her Savior on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, surrounded by her loving family at the age of 70. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Rhenda was a 1974 graduate of L. B. Landry High School. Rhenda was a proud and devoted military...

DARRYL WAYNE BOYER

DARRYL WAYNE BOYER

Jan 13, 2026

Darryl Wayne Boyer entered into eternal rest at Passages Hospice on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at the age of 70. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Darryl was educated in the Jefferson Parish School System and was a former employee with Alfortish and Intercostal Pipeline. Beloved son of the late Leonard Boyer,...

MARIUS AMBROSE

MARIUS AMBROSE

Dec 26, 2025

Marius Ambrose departed this life at his residence on Friday, December 26, 2025, at the age of 59. He was a native of St. Lucia, and a resident of Harvey, LA. Marius was a graduate of La Ressource, Vieux Fort, St. Lucia. “Dick”, Uncle Dicka, and “Sauce Powl”, as he was affectionately known by family and friends, was employed with...

ERNEST HOUSTON

ERNEST HOUSTON

Jan 4, 2026

Ernest Lee Houston entered eternal rest at his residence on Sunday January 4, 2026, at the age of 62 surrounded by family and friends. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Ernest attended West Jefferson High School. Beloved husband of Cheryl Houston. Bonus father of Shavonne Havies and Johnisha Havies. Son of the...

MURRAY  JOHN VARMALL

MURRAY JOHN VARMALL

Jan 7, 2026

Murray John Varmall entered eternal rest at Ochsner Medical Center Main Campus on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at the age of 70. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Shrewsbury, LA. Murray was employed as a laborer, and a former employee of D&S Janitorial Service. Beloved father of the late Murray Majola. Devoted grandfather of...

BARBARA JEAN DAVIS

BARBARA JEAN DAVIS

Dec 30, 2025

Barbara Jean Trinity Davis, age 86, was called home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at West Henderson Hospital in Henderson, NV. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Barbara was a proud 1957 graduate of Booker T. Washington High School. Her musical talents earned her honors and a...

PATRICK DIONE BOWMAN, SR.

PATRICK DIONE BOWMAN, SR.

Jan 5, 2026

Patrick Dione Bowman, Sr., affectionately known as “Prince Pat”, entered into eternal rest at University Medical Center on Monday, January 5, 2026, at the age of 45. He was a native of Marrero, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Patrick was a graduate of John Ehret High School and Blue Cliff College, where he earn a Massage Therapy...

SELENA WADE CUSTER

SELENA WADE CUSTER

Jan 10, 2026

Selena Wade Lewis Custer, a homemaker, transitioned to her heavenly home on Saturday, January 10, 2026, surrounded by her loving family, at the age of 94. She was a native of Baldwin, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Beloved wife of the late Forrest Lewis, Sr. by first marriage and Rev. Haywood Custer by second marriage. Devoted mother of...

KELLY L. CONNER

KELLY L. CONNER

Jan 8, 2026

Kelly Conner, affectionately known as “Biff”, departed this life on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at the age of 40. He was a native and resident of Marrero, LA. Kelly attended John Ehret High School and was formerly employed as a cook with Wendy’s. Beloved son of George Conner, Jr. and the late Margret Conner, his aunt and uncle who reared...

ALFRIDIA LOSTON

ALFRIDIA LOSTON

Dec 28, 2025

Rev. Alfridia Loston, pastor emeritus of St. Rock Baptist Church of Harvey, LA, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, December 28, 2025, at the age of 94. He was a native of Armistead, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Rev. Loston was a graduate of Christian Bible College of Louisiana, where he earned a Bachelor of Theology degree. He...

GRINDL NAPOLEON

GRINDL NAPOLEON

Dec 31, 2025

Grindl Napoleon departed this life on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at the age of 61. She was a native of Gretna, LA and a resident of New Orlean, LA. Grindl was a graduate of John Ehret High School. She was the owner of Westbank Educator Daycare and Academy. Beloved mother of Cobey Napoleon, Corey Napoleon, Itoyna Napoleon, and the late...

DOROTHY MAE COLER

DOROTHY MAE COLER

Jan 7, 2026

Dorothy Mae Coler, age 84, transitioned to her heavenly home at West Jefferson Medical Center on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. She was a native of Thibodaux, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Dorothy was a retired CNA. She was a faithful member and deaconess of Macedonia Baptist Church in Marrero, LA. Loving mother of Houston (Terese), Patrick (Jean), and...

PAULA  DENISE ROBINSON

PAULA DENISE ROBINSON

Dec 28, 2025

Paula Robinson entered eternal rest on Sunday, December 28, 2025, at the age of 68. She was native of New Orleans, LA and resident of Marrero, LA. She attended Lincoln High School. Paula was employed with the Jefferson Parish School Board as a custodian for over 15 years. Beloved mother of Anthony Robinson, and Amari Champ. Daughter of the late...

DAYMON YOREL JACKSON

DAYMON YOREL JACKSON

Dec 17, 2025

Daymon Yorel Jackson, Sr. entered into eternal peace on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, at the age of 50. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey,LA. “Action Jackson” and “DJ Action”, as he was affectionately known by family and friends, was a graduate of both L.W. Higgins High School in Marrero and Southern University at...

MELVIN STREET, SR.

MELVIN STREET, SR.

Dec 31, 2025

Melvin Street, Sr., entered eternal rest at his residence on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at the age of 69. He was a native of Simsboro, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. He was employed as a pipefitter with Hydril. Devoted father of Melvin Street, Jr. Beloved son of the late Robert Street, Sr. and Estelle Street. Brother of Patricia...