Obituaries

BRYANT RENE ADDISON

BRYANT RENE ADDISON

Nov 22, 2025

Bryant Rene Addison entered eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at the age of 37. He was a native of Kenner, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Bryant was a graduate of L. W. Higgins High School, and he attended West Virginia State University. He was a District Sales Manager with Pepsi. Beloved...

CHARLES OTIS HARRIS

CHARLES OTIS HARRIS

Nov 21, 2025

Charles Otis Harris entered eternal rest on Saturday, November 22, 2025, at the age of 65. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Charles was a graduate of Walter L. Cohen Senior High School, and he was employed with E. C. Colley Warehouse Corporation. He was the founder of Devastation Social and Pleasure Club. Beloved husband of...

SANDRALYN A DORIS

SANDRALYN A DORIS

Nov 21, 2025

Sandralyn Adams Doris entered into eternal rest on Friday November 21, 2025, at the age of 81. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. “Duffy”, as she was affectionately known by family and friends, was educated in the Jefferson Parish School System. Sandra was employed for over 40 years with various westbank establishments. Devoted wife of the...

ROSE ANN HOWARD GARRISON

ROSE ANN HOWARD GARRISON

Nov 20, 2025

Rose Ann Howard Garrison, lovingly known as “Annie Boo”, entered peacefully into eternal rest in Houston, TX on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at the age of 82. She was a native of Vacherie, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Rose was a graduate of Magnolia High School, and she attended Grambling State University. Guided by a spirit of compassion...

ELAINE CARTER COOK

ELAINE CARTER COOK

Nov 19, 2025

Elaine Carter Cook entered into Heaven’s Gates on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at the age of 84. She was a native of New Orleans, LA, a resident of Gretna, LA for 60 years, and presently residing in Harvey, LA for the past 7 years. Elaine was employed for over 30 years with Katz and Besthoff Drug Store (K&B). She retired...

LEAH CHOPIN STEWART

LEAH CHOPIN STEWART

Nov 19, 2025

Leah Chopin Stewart, age 94, entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. She was a native of Wallace, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Leah was a faithful member of Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church, where she served as a Deaconess for 58 years. She loved to cook and enjoyed telling jokes. Beloved...

TERRELL STEPHON SAVAGE, JR.

TERRELL STEPHON SAVAGE, JR.

Nov 19, 2025

Terrell Stephon Savage, Jr. passed away peacefully at Ochsner Medical Center Main Campus on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at the age of 13, surrounded by his loved ones. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. “TJ’, as he was affectionately known to family and friends, was an 8th grade honor student at Harriet Tubman Charter School. Terrell...

INFANT MADELINE BLAKE GANDY

INFANT MADELINE BLAKE GANDY

Nov 18, 2025

Infant Madeline Blake Gandy passed away peacefully at Ochsner Baptist Medical Center on Tuesday, November 18, 2025. She was born on Monday, November 17, 2025, at 10:42p.m. and met the eyes of Jesus 2 hour later. Madeline was the daughter of Makayla Gandy and Kevaun Stupart. She was the little sister of Kalif Stupart. Loving granddaughter of Mazarene Martin, Kevin...

STERLING JOSEPH GAINES

STERLING JOSEPH GAINES

Nov 16, 2025

Sterling Joseph Gaines entered eternal rest on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at the age of 77. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Sterling was a graduate of George W. Carver High School. “Joe”, as he was affectionately known by family and friends was a retired employee with Louisiana DOTD-CCC. Devoted husband of...

JAMES CURTIS, SR.

JAMES CURTIS, SR.

Nov 16, 2025

James Curtis, Sr. departed this life at residence on Sunday, November 16, 2025, at the age of 67. He was a native of New Orleans, LA, a former resident of Avondale, LA and presently residing in Marrero, LA. James was a graduate of John H. Martyn High School and employed as a Mobile Coordinator with Children’s Hospital. James was a...

SHERMAN JONES

SHERMAN JONES

Nov 14, 2025

Sherman Jones, Sr. age 85, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Friday, November 14, 2025. He was a native of Hazelhurst, MS and a resident of Marrero, LA. Sherman was a retired employee with Western Wireline in Belle Chasse, LA after 40 years. He was an avid wrestling fan, and loved fishing, traveling, and watching the New Orleans Saints. Beloved...

TERRANCE LEE WASHINGTON

TERRANCE LEE WASHINGTON

Nov 14, 2025

Terrance Washington entered eternal rest at his residence on Friday, November 14, 2025, at the age of 61. He was a native of Avondale, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Terrance was a graduate of Southern University at New Orleans, and Texas School of Electricians obtaining a bachelor’s degree. He was a former employee with Avondale Shipyard as an...

THELMA YARBROUGH

THELMA YARBROUGH

Nov 13, 2025

Thelma Yarbrough entered eternal rest at her residence on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at the age of 100. She was a native of Morganza, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. She was a homemaker and a member of Clio Place Baptist Church. Beloved mother of Evelyn Jackson Wilkes and the late Betty Rice, Irwin Holmes, Larry Holmes, and...

IRENE ANNETTE PETERSON

IRENE ANNETTE PETERSON

Nov 13, 2025

Irene Annette “Reenie Cat” Peterson entered eternal rest on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at the age of 58. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Irene was known for her unforgettable personality, her sharp wit, and a laugh could fill any room. She enjoyed cooking, and spending time with family. Irene was a...

BERTRAND LEO EUGENE, SR.

BERTRAND LEO EUGENE, SR.

Nov 13, 2025

Bertrand Leo Eugene entered into eternal rest on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at the age of 88. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Avondale, LA. Bertrand was a graduate of Joseph S. Clark High School. He served his country in the United States Air Force for 4 years. Bertrand was a former employee with...

ERNEST FRANCOIS

ERNEST FRANCOIS

Nov 13, 2025

1 DC MAIULED TO C&J AND 2 DC WILL BE PICKUP BY FLORIA FRANCOIS PER RDJ 12/4/2025

PAULINA OKWUWUODU OKPECHI

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

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

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...

SIDNEY ALLEN MARTIN, JR.

SIDNEY ALLEN MARTIN, JR.

Nov 9, 2025

Sidney Allen Martin, Jr. entered peacefully into eternal rest at his residence on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at the age of 75. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Sidney attended George Washington Carver High School and was employed as an Assistant Plant Manager/Crane Operator with Avondale Shipyard for over 32 years. He...