Obituaries
BENNIE JEROME JOHNSON, JR.
May 10, 2025
Bennie Johnson, Jr. entered into eternal rest on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at the age of 37. He was a native of Winston Salem, NC and a resident of Gretna, LA. Bennie was a graduate of Southview High School in Fayetteville, NC and served his county as a member of the United States Air Force. He was formerly employed as...
ROY A. DAVIS
May 9, 2025
Roy Anthony Davis departed this life at his residence of Friday, May 9, 2025, at the age of 72. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Roy was a graduate of L.B. Landry High School class of 1970. He was employed with the Doubletree Hotel by Hilton and Embassy Suites in hospitality as a bartender. Beloved husband...
HAKEEM KOLAWOLE KASHIMAWO
May 17, 2025
Hakeem Kolawole Kashimawo, age 73, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2025, surrounded by the love and comfort of his family, at his home in Harvey, LA. A beloved husband, father, and friend to many, Kola touched the lives of many with his uncanny humor, wisdom, and unwavering dedication to his family. Born on July 18, 1951, in Lagos, Nigeria....
ALBERTA MARTIN BROOKS
May 6, 2025
Alberta Martin Brooks, age 93, entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. She was a native of Vacherie, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Alberta was a graduate of L. B. Landry High School. She retired from Charity Hospital after over 40 years as a Nutritionist and Dietary Supervisor. Beloved wife of...
CYNTHIA TERRY DAVIS
May 10, 2025
Cynthia Terry Davis, age 81, transitioned peacefully into eternal rest at Bridgepoint Continuing Care Hospital (West Jefferson Medical Center) surrounded by her loving family. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Cynthia was a retired Licensed Practical Nurse, who was formerly employed with West Jefferson Hospital, Touro Shakespear Nursing Home, Jefferson Parish Public...
SHAVELLA ZENOBIA WILLIAMS
Apr 26, 2025
Shavella Zenobia Williams was born on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at 1:41p.m. to parents Lovella Thomas Willis, Sr. and Shavonne Lee at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank. Her family was blessed for almost 2 months, before Shavella went to her heavenly home on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at West Jefferson Medical Center. Shavella was deeply loved by her mommy and daddy,...
TIMOTHY GEORGE BRISCOE, JR.
May 12, 2025
Rev. Timothy George Briscoe Jr. departed this life at his residence on Monday, May 12, 2025, at the age of 59. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Timothy was employed as a cement finisher. He was also an ordained minister. Devoted father of Timberly Georgia Briscoe, Tiffany Briscoe, and Timothy George Briscoe,...
THERESA BRENDA POWELL WARE
May 7, 2025
Theresa Brenda Powell Ware entered eternal rest at her residence on Friday, April 18, 2025, at the age of 82. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Theresa was a graduate of L. B. Landry High School. She was a retired cook with Visko’s Restaurant, a former nurse assistant with Charity Hospital, and she was also employed...
LORRAINE GERALDINE PETTY
May 10, 2025
Lorraine Geraldine Petty, age 73, entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Saturday, May 10, 2025. She was a native of Barataria, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Lorraine attended Lincoln High School and was a former cook at Boutte’s Restaurant. Beloved companion of the late Lionel Jackson, Sr. Devoted mother of Elton Holmes, Jr., Lionel Jackson,...
MARY ANN WASHINGTON NARCISSE
May 4, 2025
Mary Ann Washington Narcisse entered eternal rest on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at the age of 75. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Mary was a homemaker. Devoted mother of Kevin, Randy, Kedrick, and Joseph Narcisse. Daughter of the late Warren Washington, Sr. and Hilda King. Granddaughter of the late Rev. Dr. Dan (Frances) King, Jr....
GEORGE RUSSELL
May 6, 2025
George Russell entered into eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at the age of 75. He was a native and resident of Marrero, LA. He was formerly employed as a Supervisor with National Furniture Warehouse. Loving father of Zelika Russell, Christopher Russell, Everette Russell, and the late Erica “Onnie’ Russell. Devoted grandfather of Zoe...
BETTY JEAN VEDOL ALLEN
May 5, 2025
Betty Jean Vedol Allen, age 82, transitioned at her residence from labor to reward in glory on Monday, May 5, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was a native of Vacherie, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Betty was a 1962 graduate of Magnolia High School. She will be remembered for her kindhearted spirit and her radiant smile...
Charlie Simmons
Apr 23, 2025
Charlie Simmons entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at the age of 79. He was a native of Hazel, Alabama and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Charlie was employed as a mechanic for Ford Motor Company in Detroit, MI for many years. He had a deep love for fast cars, boxing, blues music, and a big...
TRACY WHITLEY
May 2, 2025
Tracy Whitley departed this life at West Jefferson Medical Center on Friday, May 2, 2025, at the age of 56. He was a native of Ferriday, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Tracy always had a smile on his face and loved to go fishing. He will be remembered for his peaceful humble spirit, who lit up a room...
JOYCE CHARLES CARTER
Apr 18, 2025
Joyce Charles Carter entered eternal rest at her residence on Friday, April 18, 2025, at the age of 87. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Joyce was a former employee with the Metropolitan Development Center (Belle Chasse State School) for many years. She was a faithful member of the usher board. Joyce had a passion for...
ORELIA JOHNSON WILLIAMS
May 1, 2025
Orelia J. Williams, affectionately known as “Rita”, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 1, 2025, at the age of 82. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Orelia was educated in the New Orleans Public School System. She was employed for over 40 years as a Direct Support Professional. Rita was an active...
MELVIN COLLINS, JR.
Apr 27, 2025
Melvin Collins, Jr., affectionately known as “Poppy” or “Melly Mel”, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at the age of 79. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Melvin was a proud graduate of George Washington Carver High School and honorably served his country in the United States Army. Melvin...
INEZ CULLIER PAYADUE
Apr 25, 2025
Inez Cullier Payadue, age 92, transitioned from her earthly life at her residence on Friday, April 26, 2025. She was a native and resident of Marrero, LA. “Nez”, as she was affectionately known to family and friends, was educated at Blessed Sacrament Elementary School. She entered the workforce and was employed at Martin’s Seafood in Westwego, and as a housekeeper...
JOE SMITH
Apr 29, 2025
Joe Smith entered eternal rest at his residence on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at the age of 85. He was a native of Orrville, AL and a resident of Avondale, LA. Joe was a retired pipefitter and welder. Beloved husband of Mayola Smith. Loving father of Minnie Smith and the late Michael Anthony Smith. Son of the late Willie P....
JERRY D. GOFF, JR.
Apr 26, 2025
Jerry D. Goff, Jr., age 77, entered peacefully into eternal rest at V. A. Medical Center on Saturday, April 26, 2025. He was a native of Lecompte, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Jerry retired after many years as an Operator/Trainer at several oil and gas refineries. He was formerly employed with Alliance Refinery, Conoco and Phillips 66. Jerry...
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