Obituaries
GILDA MOORE SMITH
May 29, 2020
Gilda Marie Moore-Smith departed this life at John Hainkel Rehab Center on Friday, May 29, 2020 at the age of 65. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Gilda was a retired employee with Tulane University as an Administrative Assistant. Devoted mother of Asante’ Shepherd, Desiree’ Smith, and the late Tyron and William, III. Daughter of the...
DENISE LAMPKIN
May 28, 2020
Denise Lampkin departed this life at Bridgepoint Continuing Care Hospital on Thursday, May 28, 2020 at the age of 57. She was a native df New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Denise whom was affectionally called Burgermae, Shorty and Bird loved fishing, shopping, cooking, music and giving parties. Devoted mother of George Lampkin, Diane Lampkin, Demetria Lampkin,...
THEODORE ROBERT WILLIAMS
May 28, 2020
Theodore “Wild Child” Robert Williams entered into eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Thursday, May 28, 2020 at the age of 65. He was a native of Westwego, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Theodore was employed with Jay’s Trucking Company. Beloved father of Jannessa Bullock and Tevin Robert Williams. Son of the late Henry and Emelda...
VERNON RODNEY BYRD
May 27, 2020
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Vernon Rodney Byrd departed this life in the comfort of his home on Wednesday, May 27, 2020 at the age of 58. He was a native of Centerville, IL and a resident of Marrero, LA. He was a 1980 graduate of Cahokia Senior High School and continued his studies at Vatterott Educational Center, where...
CHRISTIAN ALEXANDER CRAIG
May 26, 2020
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Christian Alexander Craig entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, May 26, 2020 at the age of 29. He was a native of Marrero, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Christian was a graduate of L. B. Landry Class of 2011 and employed with the Hyatt Regency as Banquet Attendant. Devoted father of...
KHALIL CORTEZ WASHINGTON
May 23, 2020
Kahlil Cortez Washington departed this life on Saturday, May 23, 2020 at the age of 15. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Loving son of Ashley Washington. Brother of Athur, Cortez, Ky’Ren, Benjamin, Sincere, and Amair Washington, Ashanti, Kayla, Kyla, Ashley, J’leaih, and Jade Gray. Grandson of the late Dinah Washington. Great...
BETTY GRACE GYPSON
May 22, 2020
Betty Grace Gypson departed this life at her residence on Friday, May 22, 2020 at the age of 57. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Betty was employed as a License Practical Nurse. Beloved mother of Ariel Collins and Brittney Lowell. Daughter of the late Annie Gypson, also survived by 7 grandchildren, and a host of...
Henry Lee Tennessee
May 22, 2020
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Henry Lee “Mr. Wonderful” Tennessee was granted his wings on Friday, May 22, 2020 surrounded by his family at West Jefferson Medical Center at the age of 69. He Was a native of Clayton, LA, a former resident of New Orleans, LA and a resident...
Eugene Zeno, Sr.
May 21, 2020
Eugene Zeno, Sr. departed this life at University Medical Center on Thursday, May 21, 2020 at the age of 67. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Eugene was a graduate of West Jefferson High School. He was a retired truck driver of the Jefferson Parish Streets Department. Husband of Rose Zeno. Loving...
Dorothy Gloria Nickerson
May 21, 2020
Dorothy Gloria Smith Nickerson, a homemaker, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Wednesday, May 20, 2020 at the age of 93. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Dorothy was a member of First Free Mission Baptist Church. Beloved wife of the late Melvin A. Nickerson, Sr. Devoted mother of Melvin A. Nickerson, Jr., Morlin (Julie) Nickerson,...
Paul Joseph Higgins
May 20, 2020
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Paul Joseph Higgins departed this life on Wednesday, May 20, 2020 at the age of 75. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Devoted husband of Brenda “Queen” Davis Higgins. Loving father of Pernella (the late Ronald) LaFrance, Anne Higgins, Nicole (the late Jude)...
LISA ANN JONES MCDONALD
May 20, 2020
Lisa Ann Jones McDonald departed her earthly life at Tulane Medical Center on Wednesday, May 20, 2020 at 12:40p.m. at the age of 56. She was a native and resident of Orleans, LA. Lisa was graduate of John Ehret High School class of 1982. Beloved wife of David McDonald of Gretna, LA. Devoted mother of Falicia De'San (Martell) McKarry and...
HOLLOWAY JONES, JR.
May 18, 2020
Holloway “Popee” Jones, Jr. departed this life on Monday, May 18, 2020 at the age of 70. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Holloway was a retired employee with IMTT for over 35 years as a Pump Operator. Beloved husband of the late Robin Jones. Devoted father of Antwan Hatch, Adrian Lee,...
Yolanda Grace Wheeler Burns
May 16, 2020
Yolanda Grace Wheeler Burns, age73, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, May 16, 2020 at New Orleans East Hospital. She was a native of New Orleans, LA, reared in New York City, NY and resident of New Orleans, LA. She was a graduate of Julia Richmond High School In New York and continued her studies at Bronx Community College in...
Allison Thornton Williams
May 16, 2020
Allison “Bay Bay” Thornton Williams departed this life at her residence on Saturday, May 16, 2020 at the age of 53. She was a native and resident for New Orleans, LA. Wife of Curtis Williams, Jr. Devoted mother of Tejaun and Trae Williams. Loving grandmother of Trae’yion and Trae. Daughter of the late George Brown and Alberta Mitchell Thornton. Granddaughter...
LINZY L. MCKINLEY
May 14, 2020
Linzy L. McKinley departed this life at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank on Thursday, May 14, 2020 at the age of 92. He was a native of Wilson, LA and a resident of Bridge City, LA. Linzy was employed as a truck driver, construction worker, and security guard. Husband of the late Willie Bell Jenkins McKinley. Devoted father of Lillian Ruth...
LESTER ARTHUR MITCHELL, SR.
May 14, 2020
Lester Arthur Mitchell, Sr. entered into eternal life with his heavenly father on Thursday, May 14, 2020 at the age of 74. He was a native of New Orleans, La and a resident of Gretna, LA. Devoted father of Kamond Mitchell, Lester Mitchell, Jr., Byron Bazile, Lester Bazile, Jimmy Bazile, Ken Brown, Dionchell Bazile, Sheadra McKnight, and the late Sheavonne...
William Earl Womack
May 14, 2020
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William Earl Womack, age 86, departed this life and went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 14, 2020 at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank. He was a native of Copiah County, MS and a resident of Harvey, LA. William was a retired Truck Driver of Packard...
Lawrence Napoleon Bonaparte
May 12, 2020
Lawrence “Skin” Napoleon Bonaparte, age 83, entered peacefully into eternal rest at his residence on Tuesday May 12, 2020. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Avondale, LA. Lawrence was a retired mail clerk from Lykes Bros. Steamship Company. He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed playing bingo and working in his yard. Beloved...
Anthony Jules Cuillier
May 12, 2020
Anthony “PawPaw” Jules Cuillier departed this life at the Carpenter House of St. Joseph Hospice on Tuesday, May 12, 2020. He was a native and resident of Marrero, LA. Beloved husband of the late Loranier Roussell Cuillier. Fiancé of Janette Ankum. Devoted father of Patrick and Marcus Cuillier, and Joy Cuillier Samuels. Loving grandfather of Christopher, Dorian, and Ja”Mya Samuels,...