Obituaries

Keisha Lucina Farrell-Watkins

Keisha Lucina Farrell-Watkins

Oct 31, 2019

Keisha Lucina Farrell-Watkins entered into eternal rest on Thursday, October 31, 2019 at the age of 41. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Keisha was a graduate of John Ehret High School and attended Delgado Community College. She was employed as a waitress with the Royal Sonesta Hotel. Beloved wife of Dion...

SHAYLA BRITNEY BARAHONA SANTOS

SHAYLA BRITNEY BARAHONA SANTOS

Oct 30, 2019

Shayla Britney Barahona Santos entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, October 30, 2019 at Children’s Hospital. She was a native of Marrero, LA and a resident of Terrytown, LA. Daughter of Adelaida Barahona Santos, also survived by a host of other relatives and friend. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral service at Davis Mortuary...

DEBORAH ANN GRINSTEAD

DEBORAH ANN GRINSTEAD

Oct 27, 2019

 

Deborah A. Grinstead  peacefully gained her Heavenly wings at her residence on Sunday, October 27, 2019 at the age of 53. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a lifelong resident of Westwego, LA.  Deborah was affectionately known as  “Teedy”  to many, was a proud graduate of LW Higgins High School and had a passion for hair...

JAMES CURTIS HUNTER

JAMES CURTIS HUNTER

Oct 27, 2019

James Curtis Hunter departed this life at his residence on Sunday, October 27, 2019 at the age of 64.  He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. James was employed with Ernest N. Morial  Convention Center as a Foreman. Beloved husband of Margaret  Ann Hunter. Devoted father of Chris Gilmore, and Darnell (Dana) Hunter....

ROBERT ALEX DENNIS, JR.

ROBERT ALEX DENNIS, JR.

Oct 26, 2019

Robert Alex Dennis, Jr. entered into eternal rest on Saturday, October 26, 2019 at the age of 77.  He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Devoted father  of the late Ron Thompson. Son of the late Robert Alex  Dennis, Sr. and Evelyn Dennis Clayton.  Grandson  of the late Charles M. Celius, Sr. and...

RONSHAWN LANAUTE HOUSTON

RONSHAWN LANAUTE HOUSTON

Oct 26, 2019

Ronshawn “RaRa” Lanaute Houston entered into eternal rest on Saturday, October 26, 2019 at the age of 21. He was a native of Baton Rouge, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Loving  son of Shavea Houston and Ronald Lanaute, Sr. Grandson of the Ana Mae  Hunter and late Rodell Houston, Sr.,  Barbara Ann  Houston, and Lionel Lanaute, Sr. Brother...

ROSIE LEE JAMES JACKSON

ROSIE LEE JAMES JACKSON

Oct 26, 2019

Rosie Lee James Jackson entered into eternal rest on Saturday, October 26, 2019 at the age of 87. She was a native Ferriday, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Beloved wife of the late Roger Jackson, Sr.  Devoted mother of Charles E. Jackson, Roger Jackson, Sr., Robert L. Jackson, Jacquelyn M. Jackson, Ira J. Jackson,  David J. Jackson, and...

Ollie Mae McCann

Ollie Mae McCann

Oct 26, 2019

 

Ollie Mae McCann, age 75, entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Saturday, October 26, 2019.  She was a native of Shubuta, MS and a resident of Avondale, LA.  Beloved wife of J. C. McCann.  Loving mother of Tammy McCann- Jones (James), Beverly McCann, Linda McCann-Scott (Alandus), Karen McCann-Ruffin (Ray), Kevin McCann, Angelia McCann, Michelle McCann, and...

CALVIN BRUCE JACKSON

CALVIN BRUCE JACKSON

Oct 24, 2019

Calvin “ Patch” Jackson departed this life on Thursday, October 24, 2019 at the age of 34. He was a native of Harvey, LA and resident of Terrytown, LA. Father of King Calvin Jackson,  Imagine Envy Jackson and the late Mykell Jackson. Loving son of Jacqueline Jackson.  Grandson of the late Edward and  Gussie Lee Jackson. Brother of Jermichael Jackson,...

Dr. Adam L. Richardson, Sr.

Dr. Adam L. Richardson, Sr.

Oct 24, 2019

Dr. Adam L. Richardson, Sr., pastor of Christian Life Bible Church, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, October 24, 2019 at the age of 67. He was a native of Chicago, IL and a resident of Harvey, LA. Dr. Richardson pastored Christian Life Bible Church of Gretna, Baton Rouge and Kenner, LA for over 30 years. He was a veteran...

VASHAWN NICOLE DAVIS

VASHAWN NICOLE DAVIS

Oct 23, 2019

VaShawn Nicole Davis departed this life on Wednesday, October 23, 2019 at the age of 34. She was a natïve of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Devoted daughter of Tony Walker and the late Beverly Ann Davis. Granddaughter of Pastor Robert Walker, Jr., and  the late Melvin Davis, Sr. Dorothy G. Anderson, and Dora Lee Walker....

BESSIE ROSS STEWART

BESSIE ROSS STEWART

Oct 23, 2019

Bessie Ross Stewart, a retired social worker, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, October 23, 2019 at the age of 70. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA.  Devoted mother of Clarence Williams IV and Tamara W. Johnson.  Daughter of the late Willie Ross and Eliza Santiago Ross.  Sister of Eliza Robinson, Rose...

BETTY LYNN STEWART SIMMONS

BETTY LYNN STEWART SIMMONS

Oct 22, 2019

Betty Lynn Stewart Simmons peacefully entered into eternal rest at Passages Hospice on Tuesday, October 22, 2019 at the age of 77.  She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Betty graduated from L.B. Landry High School in 1959 and then proceeded to attend Xavier University. She was a retired case worker with the Department of Health and...

Orlando Shelly

Orlando Shelly

Oct 21, 2019

Orlando Shelly transitioned into eternal rest with his heavenly father at his residence on Sunday, October 20, 2019 at the age of 58. He was a native of New Orleans, LA, a former resident of Fort Worth, TX for 13 years after Hurricane Katrina, and presently residing in Avondale, LA. Beloved son of Beverly Shelly Tucker and the late Clifford...

DAVID EARL CATCHINGS, SR.

DAVID EARL CATCHINGS, SR.

Oct 20, 2019

David Earl Catchings, Sr. departed this life at Bayside Healthcare Center on Sunday, October 20, 2019 at the age of 63. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. David was employed with Avondale Shipyard as a welder. Devoted father of David Earl Catchings, Jr., Derrick Catchings, Pamela Francis, and Temear Antoine. Son of the late Edward Catchings,...

Mary Lee McDonald

Mary Lee McDonald

Oct 18, 2019

Mary Lee Lewis McDonald departed this life at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank on Friday, October 18, 2019 at the age of 78. She was a native and resident of Algiers, LA. Beloved wife of the late Lionel “Red” McDonald, Sr. Devoted mother of Lionel (Tyra) McDonald, Jr. Shannon McDonald Johnson (Larry), and Alicia McDonald (Roy, Jr.). Loving grandmother of Tynell...

WALLACE GREEN

WALLACE GREEN

Oct 18, 2019

Wallace Green entered into eternal rest on Friday, October 18, 2019 at his residence at the age of 61. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of  Marrero, LA. Wallace was a foreman with Avondale Shipyard for 35 years. Beloved husband of the late Rosie Green. Devoted father of Jervon (Terry) Randall, Michael (Tynisha) Bradley, Jr., ...

Myrtis Chester Patterson

Myrtis Chester Patterson

Oct 17, 2019

Myrtis Chester Patterson entered into eternal rest at Ochsner Foundation Hospital on Thursday, October 17, 2019 at the age of 77. She was a native of Kentwood, LA and a resident of Jefferson, LA. Beloved wife of the late Clarence Patterson, Sr. Devoted mother Clarence Patterson, Jr. and Stella Patterson. Loving grandmother of Charlita Patterson. Great-grandmother of Diamond Landry. Daughter...

Eula Mae Williams McGee

Eula Mae Williams McGee

Oct 17, 2019

Eula Mae Williams McGee, age 65, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, October 17, 2019 at her residence. She was a native of Gibson, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Eula was a graduate of Moler Beauty College and employed as a Licensed Beautician. Beloved wife of Karl McGee. Daughter of the late Enis Williams and Alma Marshall Williams....

Wilfred Diggs, Jr.

Wilfred Diggs, Jr.

Oct 17, 2019

Wilfred “Poppee” Diggs, Jr. entered peacefully into eternal rest at Ochsner/ St. Charles Hospital in Luling, LA on Thursday, October 17, 2019 at the age of 70. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Boutte, LA. He was a retired employee of the St. Charles Parish Sewerage Department. Loving father of Kevin Samuel Diggs, Sr....