Obituaries

Shantell Paynes

Shantell Paynes

May 7, 2015

Shantell Paynes entered into eternal rest on Thursday, May 7, 2015 at Ochsner Foundation Hospital. Beloved daughter of Rebecca Paynes Hammond. Loving granddaughter of Ida Mae Paynes. Sister of Miguel Paynes, Rachelle Hammond and the late Tarrell "Tanya" Lynn Paynes; also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. Age: 39 years, a native of New...

Lawrence Felix Keller, Sr.

Lawrence Felix Keller, Sr.

May 6, 2015

Lawrence Felix Keller, Jr age 65, a retired employee of U. S. Army Corps of Engineer, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, May 6, 2015 at West Jefferson Medical Center. He was a native of New Orleans, La. and a resident of Marrero, La. Lawrence graduated from Clark High School and attended Southern University for 2 years and served in...

Kareem Jerrold Singleton

Kareem Jerrold Singleton

May 6, 2015

Kareem Jerrold Singleton peacefully entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, May 6, 2015 at the age of 37. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Memorial Service at Davis Mortuary Service, 6820 Westbank Expressway Marrero, LA on Thursday, May 14, 2015 at 10:00a.m. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, LA To view and...

Mary Martin

Mary Martin

May 6, 2015

Mary Agnes Luberta Stroder Martin departed this life on Wednesday, May 6, 2015 at the ge of 69. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Mary was a graduate of Carver Senior High and a retired employee of HANO. Loving mother of Leslie Martin, Tracy M. Lewis, Joy Rankin, Patrick Martin, Jaret (Edmond) Bocage and the late...

Lawrence Williams

Lawrence Williams

May 4, 2015

Lawrence Charles Williams departed this life on Monday, May 4, 2015 at West Jefferson Health Care Center. Loving father of Shonicka Beck, Laquinta Beck, and Lawrence Beck. Son of the late Hedrick Clofer and Willie Christine Harper. Grandson of the late Willie Harper, Jr., Daisy Harper and Lucille Durr. Brother of Rodney Harper, Westley Mitchell, Jr., Pastor Adam Clofer, Willis...

Quincin Williams, Jr.

Quincin Williams, Jr.

May 4, 2015

Quincin "Lil Man" Damond Williams, Jr., age 7, a first grade student at Laplace Elementary School, peacefully entered into eternal rest on Monday, May 4, 2015 at his residence. He was a native and resident of Laplace, LA. Loving son of Terriyaka Johnson of Laplace, LA and Quincin Williams, Sr. of New Orleans, LA. Brother of Alexis Williams and Harmoni...

Alvin Stacey Hadley

Alvin Stacey Hadley

May 3, 2015

Alvin Stacey Hadley, age 52, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, May 3, 2015 at Ochsner Medical Center Main Campus. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Loving husband of Ruth Patrick Hadley. Devoted father of Shawndrica Hadley(Kennedy,Sr)Jones. Stepfather of Willie Brumfield, Bobby Brumfield and Anitra Stokes (Chris) Mitchell. Son of Wilson (Diane)...

Pastor Kenneth Green, Sr.

Pastor Kenneth Green, Sr.

May 3, 2015

Pastor Kenneth Green, Sr. was called to eternal rest by God, while doing what he loved best, preaching God's word to his congregation on Sunday, May 3, 2015. He was the faithful and dedicated pastor of Greater St. Mary Baptist Church of Algiers, LA. Pastor Green was a native of Algiers, LA and a resident of Laplace, LA. Loving husband...

Odeal Jean Lewis

Odeal Jean Lewis

Apr 29, 2015

Odeal Jean Lewis, a retired Paraeducator for Jefferson Parish Public Schools, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at her residence. Beloved mother of Michael L. (Vanessa) Lewis. Grandmother of Donte Patin and Paris Higgins. Daughter of the late Clarence Lewis, Sr. and Hazel Smith Landry. Sister of the late Elouise Lewis, Clarence Lewis, Jr., and Ezidore Lewis,...

James Adams

James Adams

Apr 29, 2015

James "Sweally" Adams departed this life at his residence on Wednesday, April 29, 2015 at the age of 53. He was a native of Natchez, MS and a resident of Algiers, LA. Sweally, as he was affectionately called by family and friends attended O. Perry Walker High School and was a self employed landscaper. Devoted father of Trenisha Aguillard. Grandfather...

George Richardson

George Richardson

Apr 28, 2015

George Richardson, age 90, entered into eternal rest at his residence on Tuesday, April 28, 2015. He was a native of Newellton, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. George was employed in numerous occupations during his life time which include 25 years with Avondale Shipyard, 10 years with the Animal Shelter, several years as a security guard, and his...

Shamara Latrell Girod

Shamara Latrell Girod

Apr 27, 2015

Shamara "Shug" Latrell Girod, a nursing assistant, departed this life on Monday, April 27, 2015. Mother of Eve and Ivy Girod. Daughter of Desiree Girod and Robert Clay Bradley. Step daughter of Shanta Bradley. Granddaughter of Johnell Batiste, Joyce Girod Winzy , and the late Robert Girod and Ellis Bradley. Sister of Robert Williams, Clifford Sonnier, Ahmad Bradley, Reginald, Tamara,...

Jerry Bob Harvey

Jerry Bob Harvey

Apr 24, 2015

Jerry Bob Harvey, a retired heavy equipment operator for River Birch Landfill, passed away on Friday, April 24, 2015. Beloved husband of 45 years to Lorraine Harvey. Devoted father of Juanita Harvey and the late Lanna Harvey. Grandfather of Kyle Delahoussaye, Jr., Viott Mann, Jr., Anissa Mann, Alvian Every, Zack Mann, Marlee Jasmine, Zoie Jasmine, Akim Jasmine, Alanna Harvey, and...

Larry Thomas

Larry Thomas

Apr 22, 2015

Larry Thomas departed this life on Wednesday, April 22, 2015 Beloved husband of Mercedes Thomas. Devoted father of Reginald Coleman, Malcolm and Avery Thomas. Son of the late Napoleon and Betty Louise Thomas. Grandfather of Dominique Coleman, Brianna Davis and Ashley Thomas. Brother of Stella Louise Smith, Gaynel Thomas, Patricia Ann Thomas and the late Karen Ann Thomas; Father in...

Rhea Teresa Williams

Rhea Teresa Williams

Apr 22, 2015

Rhea Teresa Williams, a teacher at Crescent City Christian School, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 22, 2015. She was educated in the Orleans Parish School System and graduated from Dillard University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education. Daughter of Shirley B. Williams and the late Earl Williams, Sr. Sister of Earl, Jr. (Veronica), Merlin (Shawn), Alan...

Idella Roberson Cryer

Idella Roberson Cryer

Apr 21, 2015

Idella Cryer went to meet her maker on Tuesday, April 21, 2015 at the age of 74. She was a native of Waterproof, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Devoted mother of Cadette (Robert) Jones, Reginald (Angela), Darrell and Iric Cryer. Daughter of the late Willis Johnson and Idella "Nancy" Johnson. Sister of Annie Lee Higgenbotham of New...

Clancy Simmons

Clancy Simmons

Apr 21, 2015

Clancy "Uncle Clancy" Simmons, age 60, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, April 21, 2015 surrounded by family. Father of the late Kimberly M. McGee. Beloved son of the late Erwin L. Simmons, Sr. and Beatrice L. Donato. Brother of Erwin L. Simmons, Jr., Janice M. Peters, and Brenda S. Washington. Grandfather of Kiera, Corey, Colby, and K'Juan McGee. Godfather...

Karter Hassan Joseph

Karter Hassan Joseph

Apr 21, 2015

Baby Karter "Chocolate Bunny" Hassan Joseph, a precious bundle of joy, entered into eternal rest at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank on Tuesday, April 21, 2015 at the age of 3 months. He was a native of Gretna, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Loving son of Jamal Joseph, Sr. and Christian Perkins. Brother of Nyla Owens, Khloe' Perkins...

Johnny Anthony Winesberry

Johnny Anthony Winesberry

Apr 20, 2015

Johnny Anthony Winesberry, age 55, entered into eternal rest on Monday, April 20, 2015 at Ochsner Foundation Hospital surrounded by his loving family and friends. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Memphis, TN. He was a graduate of Trezevannt High School and employed with UPS as a supervisor until his retirement in 2014. Devoted...

Homer Robinson, Jr.

Homer Robinson, Jr.

Apr 19, 2015

Homer Robinson, Jr., age 64, a retired educator of the Orleans Parish Public School System, departed this life on Sunday, April 19, 2015 at Kindred Hospital. He was a native and lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA. Mr. Robinson was a graduate of L. B. Landry High School and Southern University of Baton Rouge, LA. Loving father of Keisha Robinson...