Obituaries
KIM JENELL JACKSON
Feb 5, 2026
Kim Jenell Jackson entered into eternal rest at Slidell Memorial Hospital on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at the age of 63. She was a native of Harvey, LA and a resident of Slidell, LA. Kim was employed at Copeland of New Orleans as a Head Cook and also as a Personal Care Attendant. Devoted mother of Danielle Jackson (Ronnie), Ranata...
BARBARA LORRAINE WILLIAMS
Feb 4, 2026
Barbara Lorraine Williams, a homemaker, departed this life at her residence on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at the age of 67. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Loving wife of Gregory Williams. Beloved daughter of the late Etienne Williams, Sr. and Virgin Mary Brown Williams. Devoted sister of Larry Williams, Sr., Barbara Ann Williams, and the...
CORNELL EVERY, SR.
Feb 3, 2026
Cornell Every, Sr. departed this life at West Jefferson Medical Center on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at the age of 67. He was a native and resident of Marrero, LA. Cornell was a 1976 graduate of West Jefferson High School. He was a retired Longshoreman/ Handyman. Loving father of Cornell Martin, Jr. Grandfather of the late Cornell Anthony Martin III....
Larry Williams
Feb 3, 2026
Larry Williams, age 74, entered peacefully into eternal rest at his residence on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, surrounded by his loved ones. He was a native of Hammond, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Larry was a retired 1st Class Welder and Roofer. Beloved husband of Kathleen Williams. Loving father of Terri Williams, Kisha (Amadeo) Jimenez, Derrick (Claudia) Williams,...
BERNADINE WALKER VIDAL
Feb 2, 2026
Bernadine Walker Vidal, age 79, entered eternal rest at Ochsner Medical Center Main Campus on Monday, February 2, 2026. She was a native of Ama, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Bernadine was a graduate of Lincoln High School and a former Custodian with the Jefferson Parish School Board. “Bunny”, as she was affectionately known to family and friends,...
JOSEPH HUMPHREY, JR.
Feb 2, 2026
Joseph Humphrey, Jr. entered into eternal rest at his residence on Monday, February 2, 2026, at the age of 78. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Joseph served his country as a member of The United States Army for 23 years. He served in Vietnam and received numerous commendation for his bravery...
JOSEPH RAYMOND STEIB, SR.
Jan 31, 2026
Joseph Raymond Steib, Sr., age 79, transitioned peacefully into eternal rest at his residence on Saturday, January 31, 2026. He was a native of Vacherie, LA and a resident of Avondale, LA. Joseph served his country as a proud member of the United States Army. He retired from Avondale Shipyard after many years of dedicated service as a supervisor. Beloved...
GARY DANIEL GROS, JR.
Jan 30, 2026
Gary Daniel Gros, Jr. departed this life at his residence on Friday, January 30, 2026, at the age of 39. He was a native of Westwego, LA and a resident of Waggaman, LA. Gary attended Delgado Community College and was the owner/mechanic of H2K Customs, a body and paint shop. He was a formerly employed as a store manager of...
TYRONE NATHAN ESTEN
Jan 29, 2026
Tyrone Nathan Esten, affectionately known as “Ta Ta” departed this life Thursday, January 29, 2026, at the age of 56. He was native of New Orleans, LA, a former resident of Marrero, LA and presently residing in Harvey, LA. Tyrone was a graduate of John Ehret High School and was employed as an electrician with Christiana and Triad Construction. He...
WILBERT GOUGIS JR.
Jan 27, 2026
Wilbert Gougis, Jr., age 69, was called by Jesus Christ to relocate to his eternal heavenly home on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Wilbert was a graduate of West Jefferson High School, and he attended Nicholls State University. He was formerly employed with West Jefferson Medical Center,...
DEMETRA CHARLES
Jan 27, 2026
Demetra Charles entered into eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at the age of 59. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Demetra was a 1984 graduate of L. B. Landry High School. She was formerly employed as a Uber Driver. Wife of Marshall Tollette. Loving mother of Damond Charles, Terralynn...
MATTHEW BERNARD REESE
Jan 25, 2026
Matthew Bernard Reese, age 61, entered eternal rest on Sunday, January 25, 2026. He was a native of Selma, AL and a resident of Algiers, LA. Matthew was a 1982 graduate of O. Perry Walker Sr. High School and was a Certified Chef. Beloved partner f 27 years to Andrea Marie Causey. Devoted father of Matthew Bernard Reese, Jr. and...
DON M. ANDREW, SR.
Jan 24, 2026
Don M. Andrew, Sr. entered peacefully into eternal rest on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at the age of 74. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Don was educated in the Orleans Parish School System, and he served his country in the United States Marine Corp. He was employed as a taxicab driver. Husband of Cynthia J....
CARL LESTER MELANCON
Jan 22, 2026
Carl Lester Melancon, an Independent Contractor, departed this life at his residence on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at the age of 60. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Carl was a graduate of John H. Martyn High School. Devoted father of Chardae (Michael) Mercadel and Cyrionne Melancon. Stepfather of D’angelique and Boyd...
RICHARD EARL WILLIAMS
Jan 22, 2026
Richard Earl Williams transitioned peacefully into eternal rest on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at the age or 62. He was a native of New Orleans, LA, a former resident of Utica, MS and presently residing in Marrero, LA. Richard Earl attend Utica Consolidated High, where he was a standout basketball player. His passion for the game continued into his forties,...
DWAN MARVIN PEEL
Jan 20, 2026
Dwan Marvin Peel, age 37, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, in Mandeville, LA. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Dwan was a graduate of Bethel High School in Hampton, VA, and went on to work in Industrial Maintenance Services for Apache Industrial, where he was known for his strong...
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...
SYLVIA ELLIS SIMMONS
Jan 19, 2026
Sylvia Ellis Simmons, age 74, entered into eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Monday, January 19, 2026. She was a native and resident of Marrero, LA. Sylvia was a 1969 graduate of Lincoln High School, and she attended Southern University at New Orleans for 2 years. She was a retired employee of the State of Louisiana. Sylvia was...
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
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...
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