Obituaries

Feb 10, 2026

Bryan Keith Hooper, age 65, departed this life on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at University Medical Center He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Bryan attended John Ehret High School and had a passion for cooking and celebrating. He was a faithful member of St. Rock Baptist Church. Bryan will be remembered for...

Feb 15, 2026

Edric Smith Alexander departed this life at her residence on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at the age of 76. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Edric was a proud 1967 graduate of Joseph S. Clark High School and Delgado Community College, where she earned an Associate Degree in Criminal Justice. She was...

Feb 16, 2026

Bobby Henry was called home by the Lord at Riverbend Nursing and Rehabilitation Center on Monday, February 16, 2026, at the age of 70. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. “Bothy, “as he was affectionately known to family and friends, was a graduate of L. B. Landry High School. He was a vibrant, loving and compassionate...

Feb 16, 2026

Sharron Davis was called home on Monday, February 16, 2026, at the age of 72. She was native of Sorrento, LA and a resident of Kenner. Sharron was educated in the Ascension Parish School System. “Mable” as she was affectionately known by family and friends, was a chef with Messina’s Restaurant for over 40 years. Sharron was a member of...

Feb 6, 2026

Temeka Patterson, age 45, was called to eternal home with the Lord on Friday, February 6, 2026, surrounded by her cherished family and friends. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Hammond, LA. Temeka was a 1999 graduate of L. W. Higgins High School and continued her studies at McNeese University in Lake Charles, LA...

Feb 17, 2026

Clara Mae Webb-Knapper, age 90, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was a native of Waterproof, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Clara will be remembered for her loving spirit, home-cooked meals, cakes made from scratch, and infectious humor that warmed everyone around her. Beloved wife of 50 years to the...

Feb 7, 2026

Rosella McClure passed away at West Jefferson Medical Center on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the age of 61. She was a native of Utica, MS and a resident of Marrero, LA. Loving mother of Renada (Nickol) Bush, Ricky McClure, Diamond McClure, Ruby McClure, Direll McClure, Jeremiah McClure, Ashley McClure, and Crystal McClure. Grandmother of the late Chalsey “Shay” McClure....

Feb 10, 2026

Florence Ellis, age 100, transitioned peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. She was a native of Plaquemine, LA and a resident of Avondale, LA. For a remarkable century, Florence embodied the virtues of faith, creativity, devotion, resilience, and an unwavering transformative love for family. She had a generous spirit and found beauty in everyday...

Feb 12, 2026

Travis Lamont Benard entered eternal rest on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at the age of 48. He was a native of Marrero, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Travis was educated in the Jefferson Parish School System, and he was employed as a roofer. Beloved father of Trashonda Henry and Tra’ona (Jeremy) Sylve. Son of Robert Fields, Jr....

Jan 25, 2026

Matthew Bernard Reese, age 61, entered eternal rest on Sunday, January 25, 2026. He was a native of Selma, AL and a resident of Algiers, LA. Matthew was a 1982 graduate of O. Perry Walker Sr. High School and was a Certified Chef. Beloved partner f 27 years to Andrea Marie Causey. Devoted father of Matthew Bernard Reese, Jr. and...

Jan 31, 2026

Chanti Omega Batiste entered eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at the age of 29. She was a native of Gretna, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Chanti lived life in her own beautiful way, with a vibrant spirit that could light up any room. She loved music, getting dressed up, and sharing...

Feb 3, 2026

Cornell Every, Sr. departed this life at West Jefferson Medical Center on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at the age of 67. He was a native and resident of Marrero, LA. Cornell was a 1976 graduate of West Jefferson High School. He was a retired Longshoreman/ Handyman. Loving father of Cornell Martin, Jr. Grandfather of the late Cornell Anthony Martin III....

Feb 10, 2026

Kim Day Lewis entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at the age of 67. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. She was a graduate of John Ehret High School and Meadows-Draughon Business College. Kim retired from Avondale Shipyard after over 30 years as an Executive...

Feb 4, 2026

Irma Lee Ruffin Martin, age 80, transitioned peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Wednesday, February 4, 2026. She was a native of White Castle, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Irma was a graduate of Lincoln High School. She was a former member of St. Mark Baptist Church of White Castle, LA and White Chapel Baptist Church....

Feb 5, 2026

Alvin Otis Ruffin, age 65, entered peacefully into eternal rest at his residence on Thursday, February 5, 2026. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Alvin was employed for 31 years a Supervisor with Atmos Entergy. Loving father of Alvin Cotwright, Alisa Cotright, Alvieyle Moore, Alvin Moore, and Johnell Ross. Son of the late Hannah Ruffin Prince,...

Feb 4, 2026

Jason Javon Butler, departed this life at West Jefferson Medical Center on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at the age of 46. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Jason was educated in the New Orleans Parish School System, and he continued his education with the Culinary Institute of New Orleans. He was employed as a District Manager...

Feb 6, 2026

Willie Watts entered into eternal rest at East Jefferson Hospital on Friday, February 6, 2026, at the age of 77. He was a native of Utica, MS, and a lifelong resident of Marrero, LA. Willie was a graduate of Lincoln High School Class of 1965, and he attended Grambling State University. He later served his country in the U.S. Army,...

Dec 26, 2025

Marius Ambrose departed this life at his residence on Friday, December 26, 2025, at the age of 59. He was a native of St. Lucia, and a resident of Harvey, LA. Marius was a graduate of La Ressource, Vieux Fort, St. Lucia. “Dick”, Uncle Dicka, and “Sauce Powl”, as he was affectionately known by family and friends, was employed with...

Nov 7, 2025

Laney M. Moses entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Friday, November 7, 2025, at the age of 65. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Laney was a 1977 graduate of John Ehret High School and she attended UNO. She graduated in 1979 with a certification in business from Delta...

Nov 5, 2025