Obituaries
Lottie Mae Banks Knoten
May 27, 2018
Lottie Mae Banks Knoten entered into eternal rest on Sunday, May 27, 2018 at the age of 85. She was a native of Canebrake, LA, a former resident of Harvey, LA, and presently residing in Marrero, LA with her daughter and son-in-law Thomas III and Roxie Gasper. Beloved wife of the late Rev. Solomon Knoten, Sr. Loving mother of Artruly...
Joseph Aggie Hammond, Jr.
May 25, 2018
Joseph Aggie Hammond, Jr., transition to be with the Lord on Friday, May 25, 2018 at the age of 51. He was a native and resident of Marrero, LA. (Jacksontown Community). Jody as he was affectionately known graduated from L. W. Higgins in 1986.
Devoted father of Joshua Dewayne Hammond. Son of the late Joseph Aggie Hammond, Sr....
Sally Mae Wilson
May 24, 2018
Sally Mae Wilson entered into eternal rest on Thursday, May 24, 2018 at West Jefferson Medical Center at the age of 71. She was a native of Gonzales, LA, a former resident of Seattle, WA for 35 years, and presently residing in Marrero, LA. Sally graduate from Southern University with a Bachelor Degree in Education.
Daughter of the late Authur...
Henry McClure
May 23, 2018
Henry McClure entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at Marrero Health Care at the age of 82. He was a native of Hermanville, MS and a resident of Marrero, LA.
Son of the late Emory and Gracie Burns McClure. Brother of the late Mytis Lee Hughes, Martha Ree Neal, Johnnie, Leonard, James, and Leroy McClure, also survived...
Edward C. Fleming
May 22, 2018
Edward C. Fleming entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at his residence at the age of 26. He was a native and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Edward was employed at Waldenberg Nursing Home.
Son of Arnold Brown and the late Paula Fleming. Adoptive son of Elvera Gaines and the late Albert Gaines, Jr. Grandson of...
Lottie Patricia Westley
May 21, 2018
Lottie “Trisha” Westley entered into eternal rest peacefully at her residence on Monday, May 21, 2018 at the age of 71. She was a native of Algiers, LA and a resident of Terrytown, LA.
Beloved mother of Erica Johnson Thibodeaux, Robert, Jr., and Scottie (Tara) Johnson, Sr., Terri, Jessica, and Albert (Tamika) Westley, III. Daughter of the late Amelia...
Ashton Anthony Mitchell
May 20, 2018
Ashton Anthony Mitchell entered into eternal rest on Sunday, May 20, 2018 at the age of 29 in St. Thomas, U.S.Virgin Islands. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Ashton was a graduate of St. Augustine High School and Sam Houston State University. He was a former Professional Basketball Player and Realtor. Ashton...
Leonard Louis Maxwell
May 20, 2018
Leonard Louis Maxwell departed this life on Sunday, May 20, 2018 at Ochsner Foundation Hospital at the age of 54. He was a native of Jefferson, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Beloved husband of Annette M. Maxwell. Loving father of Leonard, Jr., Nadia, Felton, Harold, Kewanda, Amber, and Nikky. Son of the late Charles E. Maxwell, Sr. and...
Doris Landry Cola
May 20, 2018
Doris Landry Cola was call home to glory on Sunday, May 20, 2018 at the age of 78. She was a native of Napoleonville, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. She was employed as a Certified Nursing Assistant for many years with Heritage Manor Nursing Home. She later worked as a cook for Children’s World Nursery, from which she...
James Douglas Riley
May 19, 2018
James “J.D.” Douglas Riley, Sr. entered into eternal rest on Saturday, May 19, 2018 at West Jefferson Medical Center at the age of 82. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. James retired after 27 years as an employee of the Regional Transit Authority. Beloved husband of Orelia W. Riley. Devoted father of...
Keith Babino
May 17, 2018
Keith Babino departed this life on Thursday, May 17, 2018 at West Jefferson Medical Center at the age of 43. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA.
Beloved father of Keith Smith, Keita Junne Babino, and Randy Ealem. Stepfather of Raneisha and Quishonda Patterson. Devoted friend of Michell Simmons. Son of Shirley Babino...
Chauncey E Trudeaux
May 16, 2018
Chauncey Elton Trudeaux entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at the age of 52. He was a native of Louisville, KY and a resident of New Orleans, LA since the early 90’s. He was a 1984 graduate of Washington Marion High School in Lake Charles, LA. Chauncey was employed for many years as a Chef for General...
Walter Percy Scott
May 16, 2018
Walter Percy “Walggie” Scott, age 21, passed away on Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at University Medical Center of New Orleans. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Walter was a graduate of Edna Karr High School and continued his studies at Southern University of Baton Rouge majoring in engineering. Loving son of Tiffany Scott and Joseph Nickserson. ...
Lillie Mae Lee Fisher
May 16, 2018
Lillie Mae Lee Fisher entered into eternal rest at Belle Vie Living Center on Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at the age of 94. She was a native of Whiteville, LA and resident of Harvey, LA.
Beloved mother of Richard Fisher, Sr. and the late Wilbert, Jr., James Carl, and Donald Ray Fisher , Pamela Ketchens, and Paula Lewis. Grandmother of...
Jennie Jefferson Tate
May 15, 2018
Jennie Marie Tate transitioned peacefully to her heavenly home on Tuesday, May 15, 2018 at Masion Deville Nursing Home at the age of 77. She was a native of Ferriday, LA, who was reared in Sicily Island, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Beloved wife of the late Alvin J. Tate. Devoted mother of Rev. Alvin W. (Laura) Tate...
Randy James Ozenne
May 15, 2018
Randy Ozenne, age 64, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Tuesday, May 15, 2018 at his residence. He was a native of Lafayette, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Randy was employed as a Supervisor for over 12 years with Dean Equipment of Harvey, LA. He was an avid Saints fan, who enjoyed spending time with his family. Beloved...
Lucille Alice Raymond
May 14, 2018
Lucille Alice Raymond entered into eternal rest on Monday, May 14, 2018 at her residence at the age of 86. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Beloved wife of the late Willie Joseph Raymond. Devoted mother Janice Bienaime, Carolyn (the late Rudolph) Farrow, Lynette (Edward, Sr.) King, Rod (Daphne) Raymond, Zina (Terrence...
Joseph Ruffin, Sr.
May 12, 2018
Joseph “Joe” Ruffin, Sr. entered into eternal rest on Saturday, May 12, 2018 at the age of 82.
He was a native and resident of Algiers, LA.
Devoted husband of Viola Mack Ruffin. Beloved father of Deirdre (Ronnie) Julien, Kendall Ruffin, Jessica (Kevin Smith) Ruffin, and Joseph Ruffin, Jr., Darryleen R. (Kevin) Matthews, Herbert (Henrietta) Goirl, Jr., Keith (Dorinda) Mack,...
Da'Marcus Robert Hudson
May 12, 2018
Da’Marcus Robert Hudson departed this life on Saturday, May 12, 2018 at the age of 8. He was a native of Marrero, LA and a resident of Waggaman, LA. Da’Marcus loved to read, draw and was full of life. Beloved son Robert Hudson and Miranda Marie Allen. Grandson of Vivian Allen, Stella Hudson, and the late Curtis Lee Royal and...
Hezchair Evans
May 10, 2018
Hezchair Evans passed away peacefully at his residence on Thursday, May 10, 2018 at the age of 80. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Avondale, LA. Hezchair was an avid Saints and Pelicans fan. He was an outdoors man who enjoyed fishing and hunting.
Beloved husband of 56 years to Myrtle Evans. Devoted father...