Obituaries

Charles Washington, Jr.

Charles Washington, Jr.

Apr 30, 2019

Charles “DJ” “Fat Daddy” Washington, Jr. entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, May 1, 2019 at the age of 50. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Loving husband of Karen Ann Stevenson Washington. Devoted father of Charles, Ceira, Tiana, and Kendra Stevenson. Son of the late Charles Sr. and Laura Washington. Brother...

HENRY WILLIAMS

HENRY WILLIAMS

Apr 29, 2019

Henry Williams entered into eternal rest on Monday, April 29, 2019 at the age of 70. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Beloved son of the late Alfred and Stella Williams. Brother of Alfred E. Williams, Jr., Stella L. Johnson,  Brenda Jarriet, Debra W. Parker, Amanda Williams, Andrea Williams, and the late ...

Kayla Gabriell New

Kayla Gabriell New

Apr 29, 2019

Kayla Gabriell New departed this life on Monday, April 29, 2019 at the age of 20. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Avondale, LA. Kayla was a graduate of Jefferson Chamber Foundation Academy and continued her education at Andrea’s Career Institute, LLC. She was employed as a CNA with West Jefferson Health Care Center....

Dennis Lionel Wilson

Dennis Lionel Wilson

Apr 29, 2019

Dennis Lionel Wilson departed this life at University Medical Center on Monday, April 29, 2019 at the age of 60. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Dennis worked in construction as a roofer.  Devoted father of Kizzy Baker, Denise Baker, Robin Baker, and  Mary Baker. Son  of Audrey Gaither and the late Victorian Clofer. Grandson of...

Maya Brown Wilson

Maya Brown Wilson

Apr 28, 2019

Maya Brown Wilson departed this life on Sunday, April 28, 2019 at the age of 36. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Brookhaven, MS. She was employed as a Customer Service Representative. Wife of Charles Wilson. Daughter of Rodney Johnson and Betty Brown. Sister of Sironda Brown, Beola Brown Jasseh, and Roquelle Ray. Granddaughter...

ROSALEE WILLIAMS DOUVILLE

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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...