Obituaries

CAROLYN RUFFIN

CAROLYN RUFFIN

May 10, 2020

Carolyn Ruffin departed this life at her residence on Sunday, May 10, 2020 at the age of 76. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA.  Carolyn was a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School  Class of 1961 and a retired housekeeper supervisor with Baptist Hospital. Devoted mother of Shoan A. Ruffin. Grandmother  of Derrineisha Dales, Bryan...

Myron Dwight Vedor

Myron Dwight Vedor

May 9, 2020

Myron Dwight Vedor departed this life on Saturday, May 9, 2020 at the age of 66. He was a native New Orleans, LA and resident of Harvey, LA.  Myron was employed at Belle Chasse State School. He touched many lives, and will be remembered for his humbleness, kindness, gentleness, his love of the Saints, playing and watching movies with Markeshia,...

Louie Butler, Jr.

Louie Butler, Jr.

May 9, 2020

Louie Butler, Jr. departed this life on Saturday, May 9, 2020 at the age of 66. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA.  Louie is survived by a host of relatives and friends. Private graveside service will be held. Interment: Holt Cemetery-New Orleans, LA

Arrangements by Davis mortuary Service, 230 Monroe St. Gretna, LA

 

Rhionell Payadue, Sr.

Rhionell Payadue, Sr.

May 8, 2020

Rhionell “Lattie Boy” Payadue, Sr. entered into eternal rest at his residence on Friday, May 8, 2020 at the age of 90. He was a native of Westwego, LA, former resident of Houston, TX and currently residing in Marrero, LA. Rhionell received his education in the states of New York and Louisiana. He served in the United States Army during...

CAROLYN KNIGHTSHEAD ROBINSON

CAROLYN KNIGHTSHEAD ROBINSON

May 5, 2020

Carolyn Knightshead Robinson was called home by the Lord on Tuesday, May 5,2020 at the age of 73. She was a native of New Orleans, LA reared in Chauvin, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Carolyn served others as a Certified Nursing Assistant in Marrero, LA and work feeding children in Terrebonne Parish School System. Loving mother of Tangela...

Elizabeth Fountain McQuarter

Elizabeth Fountain McQuarter

May 5, 2020

Evangelist Elizabeth Fountain McQuarter was born May 1, 1952 in Woodville, Mississippi to the union of the late William and Flora Sago Fountain.  On December 24, 1967, Elizabeth married Lilton McQuarter and to this union two children were born: the late Lilton Jr and Denise Michelle. She confessed Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior of her life and was baptized...

Scofield Davis

Scofield Davis

May 4, 2020

Scofield “Jesse” Davis, age 81, transitioned to his prepared eternal rest on Monday, May 4, 2020. He was a native of Biloxi, MS and a resident of Gretna, LA. Mr. Davis was a veteran of the United States Navy. He was employed for over 40 years as a welder with Gweco and Industrial Welding.  Husband of Naomi Walker Davis. Loving...

Larry Doak Walker

Larry Doak Walker

May 2, 2020

Larry Doak Walker entered into eternal rest on Saturday, May 2, 2020 at the age of 65. He was a native of Westwego, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Doak, as he was affectionately known to family and friends was a graduate of West Jefferson High School. He was known to be an outstanding athlete, excelling in baseball, basketball,...

SHERRELL ANN MCCLURE

SHERRELL ANN MCCLURE

Apr 28, 2020

 

Sherrell Ann McClure entered into eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Sunday, June 28, 2020 at the age 27. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Gabby as she was affectionately called by family and friends loved doing hair, dressing up, doing makeup, and dancing. Devoted mother of Robert Lewis...

CLIFTON ANDERS

CLIFTON ANDERS

Apr 4, 2020

Clifton Anders departed this life on Saturday, April 4, 2020 at the age of 63.  He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Cliff, as he was affectionately known by family was a graduate of Bogalusa High School. He served his country in the United States Navy and was honorably discharged after 17 years...

MARY LOUISE ROUSSELL

MARY LOUISE ROUSSELL

Apr 2, 2020

Mary Louise Roussell was called home from labor to rest by her Lord and Savior on Thursday, April 2, 2020. She was a resident of Harvey, LA and a resident of Terrytown, LA. Mary was educated in the Jefferson Parish Public School System and was employed at Wynhoven Health Care Center and Manhattan Manor Nursing Home as a cook for...

CLAIRE LUCINEO ANDRY

CLAIRE LUCINEO ANDRY

Apr 1, 2020

Claire "Mame" Lucineo Andry, 84, was called home on Wednesday, April 1, 2020. She was a native resident of New Orleans, LA. She was a faithful member of House of Refuge Apostolic Church and loved the Lord with all her heart. Claire was loved by many and will be remembered fondly by all who were blessed to meet her. Beloved...

URANIA ADAMS WATKINS

URANIA ADAMS WATKINS

Mar 31, 2020

Urania Adams Watkins entered into eternal life on Tuesday, March 31, 2020 at her residence  at the age of 56  she was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Urania was the owner of Just For Taxes and U & A Consultants. Beloved wife of Pastor Edward Watkins. Devoted mother of Jessica Adams of Atlanta,...

ELIZABETH VIDEAU

ELIZABETH VIDEAU

Mar 31, 2020

Elizabeth Videau peacefully entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, March 31, 2020 at the age of 58. She was a resident of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Elizabeth was a graduate of John Ehret High School and was employed as a landscaper. Devoted mother of Kishaunda, Michael, Mitchell, Marquice, and Melvin Videau, and the late Marlon...

GERARD DORIS

GERARD DORIS

Mar 31, 2020

Gerard Doris departed this life at his residence on Tuesday, March 31, 2020  at the age 59. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Beloved husband of Annette Savage Doris. Devoted father of Gerard Thomas (Kim) Doris, Jr., Gerard Thomas (Ebony) Doris, 111, and Brian Jones, Sr. Stepfather of Ray Savage, Lance Savage,...

ODDESTER BLUE PINKINS

ODDESTER BLUE PINKINS

Mar 30, 2020

Oddester Blue Pinkins entered into eternal rest on Monday, March 30, 2020 at the age of 85. She was a native of New Orleans, LA, former resident of Vacherie, LA, and presently residing in Marrero, LA for many years. Beloved wife of the late Lawrence Pinkins Sr. Devoted mother of Bessie (Harold) Smith, Debra P. (Joel) Alexander, Allen and Angela...

CARRIE SKINNER

CARRIE SKINNER

Mar 30, 2020

Carrie Skinner departed this life on Monday, March 30, 2020 at the age of 73. She was a native of Monroeville, AL and a resident of Avondale, LA. Carrie was employed as a cook with Doctors Hospital, Magnolia School, and Wal Mart Deli as a cook.Beloved mother of Greely Pinion, Jr., Melvin Pinion, Sharon Robinson, David (Yvette) Pinion, and the...

TERYL GRAY

TERYL GRAY

Mar 30, 2020

Teryl Gray, was called to her heavenly home on Monday, March 30, 2020 at the age of 69. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a life long resident of Marrero, LA. Teryl graduated from Lincoln High School in 1969. She attended Southern University in Baton Rouge and Delgado Community College. She was employed by Schwegman Grocery Store...

JOAN MARIE SYLVE-BUCKNER

JOAN MARIE SYLVE-BUCKNER

Mar 29, 2020

Joan “Joanie” Marie Sylve-Buckner departed this life on Sunday, March 29, 2020 at the age of 58.She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Joanie was employed as a nurse with a Home Health Agency. Beloved wife of Erron Buckner. Devoted mother of Erron (Kim) Sylve, Dione S. (Kendrick) Anderson, Edward (Donlivia) Sylve, and the late Deyemond Sylve....

YVONNE B. MATTHEWS

YVONNE B. MATTHEWS

Mar 28, 2020

Yvonne B. Matthews, a retired teller at Hibernia Bank entered  into eternal rest on Saturday, March 28, 2020 at the age of 80.   She was  a native of Trinidad and Tobago, later resided in St. Croix Virgin Islands,  and a resident of  New Orleans, LA. Loving wife of 57 years to Cletus Errol Matthews. Devoted  mother of Wayne Sr. (Andrea),...