Obituaries

Oct 12, 2024

Karen Banks-Lewis made her heavenly transition to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at the age of 69. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a lifelong resident of Marrero, LA. Karen was a graduate of L.W. Higgins High School. “K-Do”, as she was affectionately known to family and friends, was...

Oct 11, 2024

Charity Mae Williams entered eternal rest on Friday, October 11, 2024, at the age of 49. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Charity was a graduate of West Jefferson High School. Beloved mother of Jasmine Williams, Keyana Williams, Nicholas Williams, Kevin Williams, Jessica Williams, and Kelly Williams. Daughter of the late Matthew Alexander and Rose Lee...

Oct 9, 2024

Kathelene Carr Bryant entered eternal rest at her residence on Wednesday October 9, 2024, at the age of 90. She was a native of McComb, MS, and a resident of Westwego, LA. Kathelene was a retired central supply technician with East Jefferson Medical Center. Devoted mother of Andrea Nell Bryant, Wilbert Bryant, Darryl Bryant, Creasenia Bryant -Martin, Sedrick Bryant, Gregmann...

Oct 8, 2024

Cornell Wayne Davis, Sr. entered eternal rest at Ochnser Medical Center Westbank on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at the age of 65. He was a native of New Orleans, LA, and a resident of Harvey, LA. Cornell was a graduate of L. B. Landry Senior High School. He was a former employee of Command Construction LLC as a foreman. Devoted...

Oct 8, 2024

Diane Wilkerson Miles, age 63, transitioned into eternal life on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Diane was educated in the Jefferson Parish Public School System. She was a floral designer, and a former employee of Jefferson Parish Sewerage and Water Board, and...

Oct 7, 2024

 

Charles Freddie Ellison entered eternal rest on Monday, October 7, 2024, at the age of 78. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and resident of Harvey LA. Charles was a retired pipe fitter with Witco Chemical Corporation. After retirement he was employed for a short time with Sodexho Environmental Services at West Jefferson Medical Center. Beloved father of...

Oct 7, 2024

Madeline J. Slack, age 61, entered peacefully into eternal rest at Ochsner Medical Center Main Campus on Monday, October 7, 2024. She was a native of Avondale, LA and a lifelong resident of Marrero, LA (Walkertown Community). Madeline was a graduate of L. W. Higgins High School, Southern University at New Orleans, and the University of New Orleans, where she...

Oct 7, 2024

Larry Reynolds, Sr. gained his heavenly wings on Monday, October 7, 2024, at the age of 73. He was a native of New Orleans, LA, and a resident of Marrero, LA. Larry was a graduate of Lincoln High School class of 1969 where he played on the football team. After graduation he continued his studies at the University of New...

Oct 6, 2024

Cenovia Hills Brady Kelson, age 77, transitioned into eternal rest at Ochsner Medical Center Kenner on Sunday, October 6, 2024, at the age of 77. She was a native of Marrero, LA and a resident of Laplace, LA. Cenovia was a graduate of L. W. Higgins High School and West Jefferson Vo-Tech, where she received certification in Respiratory Therapy. She...

Oct 5, 2024

Ron Oneal Tate entered eternal rest on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at the age of 50. He was a native of Marrero, LA and a resident of Laplace, LA. Ron was a graduate of Higgins High School and owner and operator of the trucking company Ronyal Father’s Transportation. He was also employed with Slay Transportation. Ron was a member of...

Oct 4, 2024

Sa’Miya Kash’Money Lee McClain departed this life on Friday, October 4, 2024, at the age of 11. She was a native of Kenner, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Sa’Miya attended Langston Hughes Academy where she played in the band, and she also played on the MLB softball team. Beloved daughter of Kelly Lee and Sa’Mel McClain, Sr....

Oct 2, 2024

Gus M. Sextion, Jr. departed this life at St. Jude’s Nursing Home on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at the age of 91. He was a native of St. Joseph, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. “Buddy”, as he was affectionately known by family and friends was a retired longshoreman with the Port of New Orleans. Beloved husband of...

Oct 1, 2024

Rhetta R. Jacob, age 93, was called to eternal rest on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. She was a native of Drew, MS and a resident of New Orleans, LA. “Madea”, as she was affectionately known to many, was raised in Jayess, MS where she attended Hope Elementary /High School, where she graduated with the highest honor bestowed on any graduating...

Sep 27, 2024

Lenora Williams Crump entered eternal rest on Friday, September 27, 2024, at the age of 95. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Lenora was a fantastic cook who always prepared potato salad, sweet potato casserole, and file gumbo for family gatherings. She enjoyed music, dancing, and dining out. Lenora was a caring friend and well known...

Sep 26, 2024

Grace M. Williams at the age of 92 departed this life on Thursday, September 26, 2024. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Grace was a retired paraprofessional with the Jefferson Parish School System. Devoted mother of Myrna T. (Joseph, Jr.) Landry, Lynette C. Theodore, and Marcus C. (Verna) Theodore. Loving grandmother of...

Sep 24, 2024

Celestine Craig departed this life on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at the age of 81. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Celestine was educated in the Orleans Parish Public School System. She worked in various roles throughout her life, finding purpose in each job she held, no matter what the task was. Celestine was a devoted...

Sep 24, 2024

Lena Elizabeth Weldon Woods entered eternal rest on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at the age of 83. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Lena was educated in the Orleans Parish School System and attended Selan’ System and Beauty Culture. She was the owner and operator of Walter Donut King Shop, a game...

Sep 23, 2024

Thelma Tillman Kemp passed away on Monday, September 23, 2024, at the age of 83. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Thelma was a retired nurse with West Jefferson Medical Center. Beloved mother of Stan Schofield and Sean Schofield. Daughter of the late Corneilus Tillman, Jr. and Leona Della. Granddaughter of the...

Sep 20, 2024

Sep 19, 2024

Johnnie Lee Boines, Sr., age 71, departed this life on Thursday, September 19, 2024, at his residence. He was a native of Hazlehurst, MS and a resident of Harvey, LA. Johnnie was a graduate of West Jefferson High School. Loving father of Johnnie Boines, Jr. Son of the late Herbert Boines and Emma Boines. Beloved brother of Pearline Fitzpatrick, Jossie...