Obituaries
PAULINA OKWUWUODU OKPECHI
Nov 11, 2025
Paulina Okwuwodu Okpechi, nee Acholonu was born on April 18, 1943, in Owerri, Nigeria, to the late Chief Wilfred and Esther Acholonu. Paulina was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, niece, cousin, friend, and a pillar of faith. She was surrounded by loved ones when she peacefully transitioned to glory on November 11, 2025, at 82 years old. Paulina’s...
SHONNA MARIA GUILLORY LLOYD
Nov 11, 2025
Shonna Lloyd, age 60, was called home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Belle Chasse, LA. Shonna was a graduate of L. W. Higgins High School, and she attended Westbank College, where she began the journey for a life...
PEDRO C. LOPEZ
Nov 9, 2025
Pedro C. Lopez departed this life on Sunday, November 9, 2025 at the age of 48. He was a native of Mexico City, MX and a resident of Gretna, LA. Pedro is survived by his wife Alma and a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Davis...
MYRNA FAYE CARTER JONES
Nov 8, 2025
Myrna Faye Carter Jones transitioned to her heavenly home on Saturday, November 8, 2025, at the age of 66. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a lifelong resident of Kenner, LA. Myrna was a 1976 graduate of Grace King High School and continued her studies at Southern University A&M College, Baton Rouge, earning a Bachelor of Science...
JUANITA EDITH GASPER
Nov 7, 2025
Juanita Edith Gasper, age 77, entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Friday, November 7, 2025. She was a native and resident of Harvey, LA. Juanita was a graduate of Lincoln High School, and she attended Southern University Baton Rouge and Straight Business College. She retired from Witco after many years of service as a secretary. Juanita was...
STEVE LACEY TERRY
Nov 7, 2025
Steve Lacey Terry, age 74, passed away on Friday, November 7, 2025, at East Jefferson Medical Center. He was a native of Moro, AR and a resident of Gretna, LA. Steve was the retired owner and operator of Washington’s Bar. He was formerly employed as a chef with McDermott and as a Ship Captain. Devoted father of Khorianna (Kirel) Dogans,...
ZION AMIR SMITH (ROBERT)
Nov 3, 2025
Zion Amir Robert, infant son of Myeisha Smith and James Bankhead, was stillborn on Monday, November 3, 2025, at Ochsner Baptist Hospital. Though he never spent any time with us, he touched many hearts. Zion was deeply loved by his parents, grandparents, Natosha Douse, Morris Smith, Chris and Cheryl Robert. He was also the cherished nephew of Monique Smith, Morris...
LAROY LEE EZEB
Nov 2, 2025
LaRoy Lee Ezeb departed this life on Thursday, November 6, 2025 in Oakland, CA at the age of 49. He was a native of New Orleans, LA. LaRoy is survived by a host of loving family and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Celebration of Life at Davis Mortuary Service, 230 Monroe Street, Gretna,...
SHAN PATRICK WILLIAMS, SR.
Nov 1, 2025
Mr. Shan P. Williams, Sr. was born on October 1, 1948, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to the late Arnold W. Brooks and Juanita Theresa Williams Thomas. A native and lifelong resident of Gretna, Louisiana, Shan, Sr. passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 1, 2025, 8:30 P.M., at Ochsner Medical Center Main Campus surrounded by his loving children, Shandrea and Shan...
MURELINE GRANT
Oct 30, 2025
Mureline Grant, age 81, entered peacefully into eternal rest at Ochsner Medical Center on Thursday, October 30, 2025. She was a native of Gretna, LA (McDonoghville Community) and a resident of Woldenberg Village in Algiers, LA. Mureline was a graduate of L. B. Landry High School, and she attended Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO). She was formerly employed with...
MARVIN CHARLES JONES, JR.
Oct 21, 2025
Marvin Charles Jones, Jr. entered eternal rest on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at the ageof 80. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Marvin was a graduate of G.W. Carver High School and Southern University. He served his country in the United States Army for 3 years. Marvin retired after 23 years as a service employee with...
OLGA MAE JOHNSON WILLIAMS
Oct 19, 2025
Olga Mae Johnson Williams entered into eternal rest at Sanctuary at Passages Hospice on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at the age of 70. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Olga was owner and operator of Johnson and Johnson Salon, and she was a former employee with West Jefferson High School in the...
CHARLES BERNARD GAUNICHAUX, SR.
Oct 6, 2025
Charles Bernard Gaunichaux, Sr. life journey came to an end on Monday October 6, 2025, at the age of 87. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Charles was educated in the New Orleans Public School System. He served his country in the United States Army. “Gator”, as he was affectionately known by...
GAYNELL MARIE ADAMS
Oct 5, 2025
Gaynell Marie Darensburg Adams, M.Ed. entered into eternal rest at her residence on Sunday, October 5, 2025, at the age of 59. She was a native of New Orleans, LA, and a resident of Marrero, LA, Gaynell was a proud graduate of L.B. Landry Sr. High School, where she excelled academically and was actively involved in various leadership roles, including...
JAMES BRAZLEY
Sep 30, 2025
James Brazley passed away peacefully at West Jefferson Medical Center on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at the age of 65. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. James was a graduate of O. Perry Walker High School, and he was employed as a laborer for many years. Devoted husband of Regina Brazley. Beloved father of Miesha Alexis...
MERCEDES FAVORITE LEMIEUX
Sep 29, 2025
Mercedes Favorite Lemieux entered into eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Monday, September 29, 2025, at the age of 80. She was a native of Vacherie, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Mercedes was an entrepreneur and a former caregiver. Beloved wife of the late Norman David Lemieux. Loving mother of Bruce David (Raynetta), Kenneth Joseph (Regina),...
HESTER MAE SPEED
Sep 29, 2025
Hester Mae Speed entered eternal rest at her residence on Monday, September 29, 2025, at the age of 94. She was a native of Amite, LA and a resident of Avondale, LA. Hester was a former cook with Tucker’s Grocery. Beloved wife of the late Walter Speed. Devoted mother of Tyrone Prevost, Stanley Speed, Vincenne Speed, Emanuel Speed, Tegre Lemon,...
ALBERTA HARRIS CASTON
Sep 26, 2025
Alberta Harris Caston, age 72, entered into eternal rest at St. Margaret’s Nursing Home on Friday, September 26, 2025. She was a native of Utica, MS and a resident of Marrero, LA. Alberta was a graduate of Hinds County Agricultural High School and was a former warehouse worker. Beloved partner of 31 years to David Abadie. Devoted mother of Angela...
MARILYN ANN BAZZLE WASHINGTON
Sep 26, 2025
Marilyn Ann Bazzle Washington, age 84, passed away peacefully at West Jefferson Medical Center on Friday, September 26, 2025. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Marilyn was a 1959 graduate of Xavier Prep High School and Southern University at New Orleans, earning a degree in Political Science and English in 1977. She...
VINEY DAVENPORT
Sep 24, 2025
Viney M. Davenport passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at Ochsner Medical Center Main Campus, at the age of 83. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. She attended Booker T. Washington High School. Viney began her professional journey as a line cook with Rendezvous at Maison Blanche and later found her true calling as...
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