Obituaries
ROSALEE WILLIAMS DOUVILLE
Apr 27, 2019
Rosalee Williams Douville on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at the age of 81, God called one of his angels to rest. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Rosalee was employed as a dietician for many years. Beloved wife of the late Leon Douville, Sr. Devoted mother of Deborah (Andrew) James, Leon (Linda)...
EMILY VICTOR SYLVA
Apr 26, 2019
Emily Victor Sylva entered into eternal rest at her residence on Friday, April 26, 2019 at the age of 81. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Emily retired with the New Orleans Public School System after 31 years of service. Beloved wife of the late Albert Sylva, Jr. and Louis Harrison, Jr. by first marriage. Devoted...
RONALD JERMAINE CORNIN
Apr 26, 2019
Ronald Jermaine Cornin departed this life on Friday, April 26, 2019 at the age of 27. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Ronald was employed as a Cement Finisher. Son of Monique Cornin and Wellington Baker. Grandson of Paulette Cornin (Robert Sansone) and the late Joseph Wilkerson, Sr. Brother of Maurice and...
Tymarlous Dewayne Norman-Jethro
Apr 26, 2019
Tymarlous Dewayne “Marley G” Norman-Jethro departed this life on Friday, April 26, 2019 at the age of 23. He was a native of Gretna, LA, a former resident of St. Louis, MO and presently residing in Harvey, LA. Devoted father of Tymarlous Norman, Jr. Loving son of Lisa Norman and Tymarlous Jethro. Beloved grandson of Bonita Jethro and the late...
Wilfred Eli Wilson
Apr 26, 2019
Wilfred Eli Wilson passed away on Friday, April 26, 2019 at the age of 88. He was a native and resident of Gretna, LA. Beloved husband of 66 years to Lillian Craft Wilson. Son of the late Eli and Leta Howard Wilson. Brother of Shirley Wilson (the late Ernest Sr.) Smith and the late Frank, Alvin, and Shelby Wilson and...
Rodney Robert Reece
Apr 25, 2019
Rodney Robert Reece entered into eternal rest on Thursday, April 25, 2019 at the age of 76. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Beloved husband of Laurette T. Reece. Devoted father of Randy (Priscilla) Reece and Corey Reece. Grandfather of Keith and DeShaun Reece, Edward and Elyse Brooks. Great grandfather of Merlei and Cadence Brooks. Son...
ALFREDA POLK BRUSTER
Apr 25, 2019
Alfreda Polk-Bruster, age 61, transition from this life on Thursday, April 25, 2019 at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a lifelong resident of Bridge City and Westwego, LA. Alfreda was a graduate of the Jefferson Parish Public School System, and continued studies at Katie Beauty College. She was employed as a chef...
Wardell Joseph Batiste III
Apr 24, 2019
Wardell Joseph Batiste III departed this life at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, April 24, 2019 at the age of 15. He was a native of New Orleans, LA, a former resident of Sulphur, LA and presently residing in Harvey, LA. Wardell was a student at Conquering Word Christian Academy. Loving son of Wardell J. Batiste II and Iesha...
Scottie Purnell McCoy
Apr 24, 2019
Scottie Purnell McCoy departed this life at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank on Wednesday, April 24, 2019 at the age of 48. He was a native of Granada, Ms and a resident of New Orleans, LA since 1995. Scottie proudly served in the U. S. Army and was a veteran of the Gulf War. He was a truck driver for many...
BRYAN CHARLES WILLIAMS
Apr 23, 2019
Bryan Charles Williams departed this life at his residence on Tuesday, April 23, 2019 at the age of 54. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Son of Haywood and Jeanette Williams. Devoted brother of Amanda Williams Harris, Haywood (Gayland) Williams, Jr., Zelda (Bryant) Divinity, Tracey Williams, Kevin Williams, and the late Keith...
Linda Bridgewater
Apr 21, 2019
Linda Bridgewater departed this life at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank on Sunday, April 21, 2019. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Linda was employed with McDonald’s as a cashier. Fiancé of Johnny Pearson. Devoted mother of Lorenzo, Myron, and Byron Lemon. Stepmother of Shon, Kawanda, and Kienna Holmes. Grandmother of Ke’yanna, Cyanna,...
Willie Edward Jackson, Sr.
Apr 20, 2019
Willie “Lil Willie” “Pop” Edward Jackson, Sr. entered into eternal rest at his son’s residence on Saturday, April 20, 2019 at the age of 95. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Willie was the retired Owner Jackson Trucks. Devoted father of Willie E. Jackson, Jr. (Derrel Fenniday Jackson), Nikia Mitchell, Darrell Mitchell,...
Joseph Claiborne Carroll, Sr.
Apr 18, 2019
Joseph Claiborne Carroll Sr., valorously and triumphantly completed his earthly journey and entered eternity with his Lord and Savior, on Thursday, April 18, 2019. He was a native of Waterproof, LA., and a resident of Avondale, LA. Dr. Carroll served in the United States Army and fought in the Korean War. He attended Southern University, LSU and the YMCA School...
Thelma Hobbs Gross
Apr 18, 2019
Thelma Hobbs Gross entered into eternal rest on Thursday, April 18, 2019 at the age of 75. She was a native of Donalsonville, GA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Thelma was a retired employee of Belle Chasse State School as a Residential Training Specialist. Beloved wife of the late Sylvan Gross, Sr. Devoted mother of Sylvan Gross, Jr., Aver...
Katherine Bryant Joseph
Apr 18, 2019
Katherine B. Joseph entered into eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Thursday, April 18, 2019 at the age of 75. She was a native of Napoleonville, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Katherine attended Southern University and was employed for over 40 years as a seamstress. Beloved wife of Louis Joseph. Devoted mother of Kerwin (Elaine) Joseph...
Gregory Williams
Apr 16, 2019
Gregory Williams, age 51, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday April 16, 2019. He was a native and resident of Marrero, LA. Gregory was employed for the past 31 years with the Jefferson Parish Streets Department as a Road Maintenance Foreman. Loving husband of Lisa Williams. Devoted father of Jasmine Williams and the late Brandon L. Byes. Beloved son of...
Dorothy Howard Batiste
Apr 15, 2019
Dorothy “Penny” Howard Batiste, a homemaker, entered peacefully into eternal rest in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loving children and family on Monday, April 15, 2019 at the age of 87. She was a native of Vacherie, LA and a longtime resident of Marrero, LA. Beloved wife of 69 years to the late Nelson Batiste, Sr., Loving...
Louise Marie Wilkinson
Apr 15, 2019
Louise Marie Wilkinson entered peacefully into eternal rest on Monday, April 15, 2019 at her residence at the age of 75. She was a native of Cottonport, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Louise retired from NASA as a data entry specialist. Loving mother of Joannie Wilkerson and the late Tammy and Christopher Wilkinson. Grandmother of the late Derrick...
Mary Louise Wilson Washington
Apr 13, 2019
Mary Louise Wilson Washington departed this life on Saturday, April 13, 2019 at the age of 70. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a former resident of Gonzales, LA and presently residing in Avondale, LA. Mary was a retired employee with Pinkerton Security at Avondale Shipyard. Devoted mother of Marcus Archelle Washington, twin girls Nikita Denise Washington,...
Herbert Larks, Sr.
Apr 12, 2019
Herbert Larks, Sr. departed this life at his residence on Friday, April 12, 2019 at the age of 86. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Herbert was a retired forklift operator of National Foods Warehouse. Beloved husband of the late Esther Larks. Loving father of Nadine Hughes, Vanessa Burse, Stanley Larks, Rodney Larks, Sherise Larks Swayne,...