Obituaries
RONALD JACKSON
Aug 2, 2025
Ronald Jackson entered eternal rest at Ferncrest Manor on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at the age of 62. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Ronald was educated in the Jefferson Parish School System, and he was employed as a carpenter. “Sweet”, as he was affectionately known by family and friends, he enjoyed...
CAROLYN DELORES REED
Jul 31, 2025
Carolyn Delores Reed entered into eternal rest at JoEllen Smith Convalescent Center on Thursday, July 31, 2025, at the age of 75. She was a native of Tampa FL and a resident of Marrero, LA. Carolyn was employed as a certified nursing assistant. Beloved daughter of the late David Austin and Lula Austin. Loving sister of Andrew (Claudia) Austin, and...
GLORIA GEASON SIMMONS
Jul 29, 2025
Gloria Geason Simmons, age 86, entered into eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Tuesday, July 29, 2025. She was a native of Ama, LA and a resident of Avondale, LA. Gloria was a graduate of Carver High School in Hahnville, LA. She was a retired school bus driver (Bus #280) with the Jefferson Parish Public School System. Beloved...
JAMES MELANCON, JR.
Jul 25, 2025
James Melancon, Jr. departed this life at West Jefferson Medical Center on Friday, July 25, 2025, at the age of 62. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident to Harvey, LA. James was a graduate of West Jefferson High School and continued his studies at Louisiana State University, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial...
LAURA ANN SIMMONS
Jul 18, 2025
Laura Ann Simmons, 63, a loving daughter, sister, and aunt passed away at West Jefferson Medical Center on Friday, July 16, 2025. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Private Services Will Be Held. To view and sign the guestbook, please go to www.davismortuaryservice.com.
GRAYLIN A WARNER
Jul 17, 2025
Graylin Allen Warner entered peacefully into eternal rest at his residence on Thursday, July 17, 2025, at the age of 62. He was a native of Tylertown, MS and a resident of Harvey, LA. Graylin attended USL and was employed as a Truck Driver with R&L Carriers. Beloved husband of Sonji Robertson Warner. Devoted father of Karen Green, Donald Green,...
SYLVIA RATCLIFF CAREY
Jul 15, 2025
Sylvia Ratcliff Carey entered eternal rest at Ochsner Medical Center Main Campus on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, at the age of 75. She was a native of Tylertown, MS and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Sylvia was a graduate of George Washington Carver High School. She retired after 28 years of service as Cardiac Cath Tech with Tulane Medical...
BARBARA JEAN SCOTT STAMPS
Jul 14, 2025
Barbara J. Scott Stamps, age 83, answered the Masters call on Monday, July 14, 2025, at West Jefferson Medical Center. She was a native and resident of Gretna, LA. Barbara earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing and was employed for many years as are Registered Nurse with the V.A. Hospital, prior to retirement. She was a faithful member...
OWEN EVERETT ROUSSELL
Jul 9, 2025
Owen Everett Roussell, age 87, peacefully entered into eternal rest at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank on Wednesday, July 9, 2025. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Owen proudly served his country as a member of the United States Navy. He was a retired employee of the Jefferson Parish Recreation Department. Beloved husband...
JACQUELINE O. MANCIA
Jul 5, 2025
Jacqueline O. Mancia, age 62, entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Saturday, July 5, 2025. She was a native of Honduras and a resident of New Orleans, LA. She was a retired Housekeeping Coordinator with the Royal Sonesta Hotel. Beloved wife of Oscar A. Mancia. Devoted mother of Jacqueline “Luisa” Mancia, and Oscar A. (Lauren) Mancia, Jr....
ROBERT GLOSTER SMITH
Jul 4, 2025
Robert Gloster Smith entered into eternal rest at his residence on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at the age of 81. He was a native of East Baton Rouge, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Robert was the owner of R. Smith Construction. Devoted husband of Iona T. Smith by second marriage and the late Mattie Wise Smith by first...
LISA D. ALLEN
Jul 1, 2025
Lisa Ann Davis-Allen departed this life peacefully on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at the age of 64. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Lisa attended Phillip Elementary and Phillip Jr. High Schools and was a graduate of John McDonogh Senior High School. Beloved wife of the late Gerald Allen Sr. Devoted daughter of the late William...
JUNE MARIE SHELTON MATTHEWS
Jun 27, 2025
June Marie Shelton Matthews departed this life peacefully on Friday, June 27, 2025, at the age of 92. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA.
June devoted her life to caring for others as a professional caregiver for over 50 years. She brought compassion, patience, and love into every home she entered. Her clients...
BOSTON CURTIS
Jun 20, 2025
Boston Curtis entered eternal rest at this residence on Friday, June 20, 2025, at the age of 89. He was a native of Carpenter, MS and a resident of Avondale, LA. Boston was a retired pipefitter supervisor with Avondale shipyards, where he worked for over 40 years until his retirement. Boston's passion for life was contagious, and he enjoyed good...
AUDREY FOSTER ALLEN
Jun 14, 2025
Audrey Foster Allen, age 89, entered peacefully into eternal rest at Ochsner Medical Center Main Campus on Saturday, June 14, 2025. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Audrey was a 1955 graduate of Xavier Preparatory High School, and she attended Straight Business School. She was employed as a Paraprofessional (Teacher’s Aide) with Orleans Parish Public School...
DEON ROLAND WASHINGTON
Jun 13, 2025
Deon R. Washington entered eternal rest on Friday, June 13, 2025, at the age of 58. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Deon was a graduate of L B Landry Sr. High School. He was employed with the Army Corps of Engineers as a maintenance supervisor. Loving father of Deonca and Deonte Brooks. Son of the...
JOHN ELDRIC YOUNG
Jun 11, 2025
John Eldric Young departed this life at West Jefferson Medical Center on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at the age of 35. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a native of Harvey, LA. John was employed as a Car Detailer. Beloved husband of Natasha Wilson. Stepfather of Kesha, Diamonte, and Michael Wilson. Loving son of the late John...
DOROTHY MAE WYRE
Jun 7, 2025
Dorothy Mae Wyre entered eternal rest on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at the age of 91. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a residence of Avondale, LA. She was a graduate of Joseph S. Clark High School and a former employee with Maison Blanche as a retail clerk. Devoted mother of Daryl Wyre and Kevin Wyre. Daughter...
LARRY OLANDER ALBERTS
Jun 6, 2025
Larry Olander Alberts, Jr. entered into eternal rest on Friday, June 6, 2025, at the age of 51. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Slidell, LA. Larry attended Southern University at New Orleans. He was employed as a Lead Audio / Visual Technician, and a former employee with Encore Group. Beloved husband of Cobye...
ROY ANTOINE
Jun 5, 2025
Roy Young Antoine entered into eternal rest on Thursday, June 5, 2025, at the age of 63. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Roy was employed as a Diesel Mechanic. Devoted father of Eugene Thomas, Roylynn Powell, Royneisha Antoine, and Chanel Gordon. Son of Dorothy L. Antoine and the late Ethel Young....
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