Obituaries

Nov 7, 2025

Steve Lacey Terry, age 74, passed away on Friday, November 7, 2025, at East Jefferson Medical Center. He was a native of Moro, AR and a resident of Gretna, LA. Steve was the retired owner and operator of Washington’s Bar. He was formerly employed as a chef with McDermott and as a Ship Captain. Devoted father of Khorianna (Kirel) Dogans,...

Nov 5, 2025

Nov 5, 2025

George Gray, Jr., age 95, entered peacefully into eternal rest at his residence on Wednesday, November 5, 2025. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. George received his GED and was a licensed barber. He was a retired head custodian with the Jefferson Parish Public School System, and a former truck driver with...

Nov 3, 2025

Zion Amir Robert, infant son of Myeisha Smith and James Bankhead, was stillborn on Monday, November 3, 2025, at Ochsner Baptist Hospital. Though he never spent any time with us, he touched many hearts. Zion was deeply loved by his parents, grandparents, Natosha Douse, Morris Smith, Chris and Cheryl Robert. He was also the cherished nephew of Monique Smith, Morris...

Nov 3, 2025

Joe Boudion gained his wings as an angel on Monday, November 3, 2025, at the age of 60. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Joe was employed for over 14 years with Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans before his health began to decline. Beloved husband of Willette Jackson Boudion. Loving...

Nov 2, 2025

LaRoy Lee Ezeb departed this life on Thursday, November 6, 2025 in Oakland, CA at the age of 49. He was a native of New Orleans, LA. LaRoy is survived by a host of loving family and friends. Relatives and friends  of the family are invited to attend the Celebration of Life at Davis Mortuary Service, 230 Monroe Street, Gretna,...

Nov 1, 2025

Mr. Shan P. Williams, Sr. was born on October 1, 1948, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to the late Arnold W. Brooks and Juanita Theresa Williams Thomas. A native and lifelong resident of Gretna, Louisiana, Shan, Sr. passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 1, 2025, 8:30 P.M., at Ochsner Medical Center Main Campus surrounded by his loving children, Shandrea and Shan...

Oct 31, 2025

Thelma Ruth Hampton Leonard peacefully departed this life at Tranquil Living Assisted Living Facility in Marrero, LA on Friday, October 31, 2025, at the age of 93. She was a native of Lafourche Parish, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Beloved wife of the late Jurdon D. Leonard, Sr. Beloved mother of Debra Leonard, Tracey Leonard, Pamela Lee,...

Oct 30, 2025

Mureline Grant, age 81, entered peacefully into eternal rest at Ochsner Medical Center on Thursday, October 30, 2025. She was a native of Gretna, LA (McDonoghville Community) and a resident of Woldenberg Village in Algiers, LA. Mureline was a graduate of L. B. Landry High School, and she attended Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO). She was formerly employed with...

Oct 21, 2025

Marvin Charles Jones, Jr. entered eternal rest on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at the ageof 80. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Marvin was a graduate of G.W. Carver High School and Southern University. He served his country in the United States Army for 3 years. Marvin retired after 23 years as a service employee with...

Oct 21, 2025

Gerald “Pimpin” Hodges, age 64, departed this earthly life at his residence on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Gerald was formerly employed as a chef. Beloved husband of Lavell Fleming Hodges. Loving father of Destiny Bennett, Gerrika Hodges, Gemika Hodge, Renee Fleming, Rinnika Hodges, Kate, and the late Gerald Hodges, Jr....

Oct 21, 2025

Ronnie W. Davis, Sr. entered peacefully into eternal rest at his residence on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at the age of 67. He was a native of Woodville, MS and a resident of Marrero, LA. Ronnie was a graduate of Wilkerson County High School. He was owner and operator of Cash Money Lawn Care and a former pipefitter with Avondale...

Oct 19, 2025

Olga Mae Johnson Williams entered into eternal rest at Sanctuary at Passages Hospice on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at the age of 70. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Olga was owner and operator of Johnson and Johnson Salon, and she was a former employee with West Jefferson High School in the...

Oct 10, 2025

Leborah “Bitty” “Mother Jones” Howard Jones departed this life on Friday, October 10, 2025, at the age of 87. She was a native of Gonzales, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Leborah was a graduate of Lincoln High School. She worked as a housekeeper for Dr. Nicholson for many years and helped run Ophelia Restaurant. She was one of...

Oct 9, 2025

Michael Joseph Keller entered eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Thursday, October 9, 2025, at the age of 63. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. “Bucket”, as he was affectionately known by family and friends was employed as a cement finisher in the construction industry. Devoted friend of Julie Jackson....

Oct 7, 2025

Joycelyn Marie Coleman Huntsberry entered into eternal rest at her residence on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at the age of 72. She was a native of Harvey, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Joycelyn was a graduate of L. W. Higgins High School and Phillips Junior College. She was a formerly employed as a school cafeteria worker. Joyce was...

Oct 6, 2025

Charles Bernard Gaunichaux, Sr. life journey came to an end on Monday October 6, 2025, at the age of 87. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Charles was educated in the New Orleans Public School System. He served his country in the United States Army. “Gator”, as he was affectionately known by...

Oct 5, 2025

Gaynell Marie Darensburg Adams, M.Ed. entered into eternal rest at her residence on Sunday, October 5, 2025, at the age of 59. She was a native of New Orleans, LA, and a resident of Marrero, LA, Gaynell was a proud graduate of L.B. Landry Sr. High School, where she excelled academically and was actively involved in various leadership roles, including...

Oct 5, 2025

Ada Antoine Chancellor entered eternal rest on Sunday, October 5, 2025, at the age of 77. She was a native and resident of Marrero, LA. Ada was a graduate of Lincoln High School Class of 1966. She was a former employee with Krauss Department Store for 11 years and Jefferson Parish School System for 5 years. Beloved mother of Warren...

Oct 3, 2025

Frederick “Butch” Banks, age 77, transitioned peacefully to his heavenly home on Friday, October 3, 2025, at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank. He was native of Marrero, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA “Butch”, as he was affectionately known to family and friends, was a graduate of Lincoln High School, where he excelled in sports, earning him countless trophies, medals,...