Obituaries

Jerry Dean Searls

Jerry Dean Searls

Oct 26, 2018

Jerry Dean Searls, a homemaker, entered into eternal rest on Friday, October 26, 2018 at the age of 68.  She was a native of Lake Providence, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA.  Beloved wife of Alfred L. Searls, Jr.  Loving mother of the late Thad Jackson, Sr.  Devoted grandmother of Thavondria J. Jackson and Thad Jackson.   Daughter of Lena...

Lillian Howard Webber

Lillian Howard Webber

Oct 25, 2018

 

Lillian Howard Webber entered into eternal rest on Thursday, October 25, 2018 at the age of 89.

She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA.

Devoted wife of the late Timothy Webber. Beloved mother of Marion Devore, Timothy Webber, Gayle Morris, Darryl Webber, Sharon Ruffin, Lillie Webber, Tyrone Webber, Corliss Montgomery and the late Michael Webber. Grandmother...

Gissiander Clifford Wright

Gissiander Clifford Wright

Oct 25, 2018

Gissiander Clifford Wright departed this life on Friday, October 26, 2018 at Tulane University Medical Center at the age of 69.  He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Gissiander was a former forklift operator with Cargill Inc.  Beloved husband of Oreann Wright.  Loving father Clifford Wright (Sarah Noel), Seander Wright, and Caja Wright (Anthony Steven).  Son of...

Jeannette Burkes Handy

Jeannette Burkes Handy

Oct 24, 2018

Jeannette Burkes Handy entered peacefully into eternal rest on Wednesday, October 24, 2018 at the age of 77.  She was a Native of Harvey, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Jeannette retired after many years of service as a CNA Supervisor at Stone Bridge Nursing Home and Acadian Oaks.  Wife of Sylvester Handy.  Loving mother of Janet (Craig) Butler,...

Nancy Allen Howard

Nancy Allen Howard

Oct 23, 2018

Nancy “Ms. Kitty” Mae Allen-Howard, age 74, departed this life on Tuesday, October 23, 2018 at West Jefferson Medical Center.  She was a native of Ferriday, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Nancy retired after 20 years of service as an employee of Metropolitan Development Center (formerly Belle Chasse State School).  She and her husband were also business owners...

Jennifer Jean McClain

Jennifer Jean McClain

Oct 23, 2018

Jennifer McClain entered peacefully into eternal rest on Tuesday, October 23, 2018 at the age of 60.  She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Paulina, LA.  She was a graduate of Fortier High School Class of 1976.  Jennifer was a former Hospitality Associate with various hotels in the New Orleans area.  Devoted mother of James...

Rony R. R. Blanco, Jr

Rony R. R. Blanco, Jr

Oct 23, 2018

Rony R. Blanco, Jr. departed this life on Tuesday, October 23, 2018 at the age of 53.  He was a native of La Ceiba, Honduras and a resident of Harvey, LA.  Rony was a graduate of Warren Eastern High School and attended UNO.  Loving son of Sandra Rodriguez Blanco and the late Rony R. Blanco, Sr.  Grandson of Manuela Rodriguez...

Edward LaBeauve

Edward LaBeauve

Oct 20, 2018

Edward LaBeauve, age 91, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Saturday, October 20, 2018.  He was a native of Maurice, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA.  Edward retired after 22 years of service as a member of the United States Navy.  He received many commendations for his military service, which include the World War II Medal, National Defense...

Alma Ruth Vance

Alma Ruth Vance

Oct 20, 2018

Alma R. Vance, a retired Sterilization Technician, departed this life on Saturday, October 20, 2018 at the age of 65.  She was a native of Utica, MS and a resident of Marrero, LA.  Alma has been a member of Jehovah’s Witness Kingdom Hall, Ames Park Congregation for over 20 years.  Devoted mother of Kelly Fields and Cyntrell Jones. Loving grandmother...

Maria Teresa Osorio-Ortiz

Maria Teresa Osorio-Ortiz

Oct 19, 2018

Maria Teresa Osorio–Ortiz departed this life on Friday October 19, 2018.Relative and friends of the family are invited to attend the Visitation at DAVIS MORTUARY SERVICE 230 MONROE ST. GRETNA, LA. on Thursday October 25, 2018 from 5:00p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Service Will be held on Friday  October 26, 2018 at 9:00a.m. at the above named parlor.Interment : Woodlawn...

Josefina Del Carmen Figueroa

Josefina Del Carmen Figueroa

Oct 16, 2018

Josefina Del Carmen Figueroa, a retired Military Maid, passed away on Tuesday, October 16, 2018 at the age of 86.  She was a native of El Salvador and a resident of Harvey, LA.  Josefina completed Middle School and classes in Biblical Studies. She was a co-founder and a member of Maranata Church in El Salvador for over 38 years.  Josefina...

Ina Maria Lumas

Ina Maria Lumas

Oct 16, 2018

Ina Maria Lumas entered peacefully into eternal rest on Tuesday, October 16, 2018 at the age of 52.  She was a native of Marrero, LA and a resident of Alexandria, LA.  She was employed as a cashier with Suthelands Home Base.  Loving mother of Emmanuel Lumas, Destiny Marie Lumas, Ashley Lynn Lumas, and Joshua Lumas. Beloved daughter of Joseph Milton...

Dione M. Williams

Dione M. Williams

Oct 15, 2018

Dione Williams entered peacefully into eternal rest on Monday, October 15, 2018 at West Jefferson Medical Center at the age of 35.  She was a native of Marrero, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA.  She was a graduate of Higgins High School and employed as a CNA.  Wife of Tairrance Lemon.  Loving mother of Desmond Lemon and Da’Naya Lemon. ...

Thomas Joseph Gasper, IV

Thomas Joseph Gasper, IV

Oct 14, 2018

 

Thomas Joseph Gasper, IV, a Computer Specialist entered into eternal rest at Ochsner Foundation Hospital on Sunday, October 14, 2018 at the age of 41. He was a native of Harvey, LA and a resident of Jefferson, LA.

Devoted husband of Katrese Butler- Gasper. Beloved father of Aliyah Renee’ Tassin. Grandfather of Cai A. Smith. Son of Thomas...

Harold James Neal

Harold James Neal

Oct 14, 2018

Harold James Neal, Sr., age 68, departed this earthly life for his heavenly home on Sunday, October 14, 2018.  He was a native of Carlisle, MS and a resident of Marrero, LA.  Harold owned and operated a real estate business for over 26 years.  Loving husband of 49 years to Dorothy Mae Neal.  Devoted father of Harold Neal, Jr., Christopher...

Rylan Roby

Rylan Roby

Oct 13, 2018

Baby Rylan Aaron Roby departed this life on Saturday October 13, 2018 the age of 4 monthsSon of Ryan Jamal Roby and Devin Jackson. Grandson of Jerome and Latrica Bryant, Conrad and Shantel White and the late Debra Jackson. Brother of Lawrence Jeffery Leo Jr. Nephew of the late Bernetta Claiborne Cobbs, Tanya Jenkins, Aaron Roby , Herbert Jackson, Marvin...

Clementine M Johnson

Clementine M Johnson

Oct 12, 2018

Clementine Johnson received her heavenly wings at St. Joseph Nursing Home on Friday, October 12, 2018 at the age of 86.  She was a native of Amite County, MS and a resident of McComb, MS.  Wife of the late Sammy Johnson, Sr.  Loving mother of Sammy, Jr., Eddie, Kerry, Perry, and Antonio Johnson, and the late Ernestine, Cassie and Robert...

Cedric W. Wilson

Cedric W. Wilson

Oct 12, 2018

Cedric William Wilson, age 33, departed this life on Friday, October 12, 2018 at his residence.  He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA.  Cedric was employed as a Parking Enforcement Agent with Admiral Enforcement.  Beloved son of William Wilson and Patricia Price.  Brother of Marcus Guillory, Joshua Wilson, and Jared Wilson.  Grandson of the late Albert and...

Catherine Wilson Martin

Catherine Wilson Martin

Oct 10, 2018

Catherine W. Martin entered into eternal rest at Carpenters House on Wednesday, October 10, 2018 at the age of 79. She was a native of Matthews, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Catherine was owner of Cat’s Coroner Grocery. Beloved wife of George A. Martin. Devoted mother of Lenard Pierce, Darrelyn J. (Robert) Bright, Cathy C. Johnson, and the...

Murphy Stipes, Jr.

Murphy Stipes, Jr.

Oct 8, 2018

Murphy Stipes, Jr entered into eternal rest on Monday, October 8, 2018 at Ochsner Foundation Hospital at the age of 63. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. He was a former of employee Louisiana Nut and Bolt.

Beloved husband of the late Wanda Jean Williams Stipes. Devoted father of Shwanda Stipe,...