Obituaries

REV. BILLY EARL MICKEL

REV. BILLY EARL MICKEL

Mar 14, 2026

Rev. Billy Earl Mickel, age 75, peacefully departed this life on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Touro Hospital. He was a native of Hazelhurst, MS, a former resident of Marrero, LA and presently residing in New Orleans, LA. At the age of 22 he was called to preach the Gospel, while serving at Isreal Baptist Church on Harvey, LA. Rev....

CAROL GILMORE CLARK

CAROL GILMORE CLARK

Mar 13, 2026

Carol “Carrie Ann” Louise Gilmore Clark, a homemaker, entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Friday, March 13, 2026, at the age of 72. She was a native of Marrero, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Carol was a 1972 graduate of L. W. Higgins High School. She was formerly employed as a substitute teacher and nurse’s...

CLAUDETTE BARBARA ANTOINE

CLAUDETTE BARBARA ANTOINE

Mar 23, 2026

Claudette Barbara Antoine, age 83, entered into eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Monday, March 23, 2026. She was a native of Madisonville, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Claudette was a retired Nursing Assistant. Beloved wife of Jesse C. Antoine. Devoted mother of Carl J. (Tara) Antoine, Lynn M. (Jasper) Williams, Brian J. (Nancy) Antoine,...

RICKIE THOMAS, SR

RICKIE THOMAS, SR

Mar 19, 2026

Rickie Thomas, Sr., entered eternal rest at Ochsner Medical Center Jefferson Highway on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at the age of 70. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Rickie was carpenter with Thomas Home Repair and Remodeling. Beloved husband of Rose E. Thomas. Loving father of Rickie Thomas, Jr. Son of the...

EVELYN ELVERA JORDAN

EVELYN ELVERA JORDAN

Mar 16, 2026

Evelyn Elvera Jordan peacefully entered eternal rest at her residence on Monday, March 16, 2026, at the age of 89. She was a native of Houma, LA and resident of Marrero, LA. “Wilma”, as she was affectionately known to her family and “Vera” to her friends was a loving wife and devoted mother who created a home filled with warmth,...

JANICE A BIENAIME

JANICE A BIENAIME

Mar 12, 2026

Janice Anita Bienaime, age 78, was called home to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at the residence. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Janice was a proud graduate of Joseph S. Clark High School and a retired secretary of Charity Hospital. She was known for her strong faith,...

LIZZIE JAMES FLEMING

LIZZIE JAMES FLEMING

Mar 15, 2026

Lizzie James Fleming entered eternal rest at Ochsner Medical Center Jefferson Highway on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the age of 86. She was a native of Tylertown, MS and a resident of Avondale, LA. Lizzie was a retired certified nurse assistant and teacher helper. Beloved wife of the late Lieutenant Fleming. Devoted mother of Randall (Deborah), Jerry (Carla), June, Robert,...

DERRICE G. WILSON, JR.

DERRICE G. WILSON, JR.

Mar 3, 2026

Derrice G. Wilson Jr. entered into eternal rest at this residence on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at the age of 55 surrounded by his loving family. He was a native and lifelong resident of Marrero, LA. Derrice was a proud graduate of John Ehret High School, and he was formerly employed with Environmental Services at Maison De La Luz. He...

SAMMIE WALKER, JR.

SAMMIE WALKER, JR.

Mar 12, 2026

Sammie “LoBo” Walker, Jr., entered eternal rest on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at the age of 76. He was a native of Waterproof, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Sammie was a devoted member of Mt. Pilgrim 4th Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon and assisted with many responsibilities and community outreach events. His passion for...

BERNICE ALLEN

BERNICE ALLEN

Mar 7, 2026

Bernice Allen, age 101, entered peacefully into eternal rest at Passages Hospice on Saturday, March 7, 2026. She was a native of Waggaman, LA and resident of Avondale, LA. Bernice received her Bachelor of Arts in Social Science from Leland College in 1948 and continued advance studies at the University of Chicago and the University of Southern California (USC). She...

TERESE N MOORE

TERESE N MOORE

Feb 28, 2026

Terese Narcissa Moore entered into eternal rest at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at the age of 71. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a lifelong resident of Marrero, LA. Terese attended L. W. Higgins High School. She was formerly employed with Our Lady of Wisdom Nursing Home as a CNA and with...

NORMA JEAN BRANCH

NORMA JEAN BRANCH

Feb 25, 2026

Norma Jean Branch entered eternal rest at Merit Health River Region Hospital in Vicksburg, MS on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at the age of 61. She was a native of Lake Providence, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Norma employed for many years as a screening supervisor for the Port of New Orleans. She was known for her strong...

JARVIS CHRISTIAN ROSS

JARVIS CHRISTIAN ROSS

Feb 27, 2026

Jarvis Christian Ross departed this life on Friday, February 27, 2026, at the age of 42. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Houston, TX. Jarvis was a graduate of O. Perry Walker High School, and he attended Northwestern State University. He was formerly employed with Chubbie’s and Popeye’s Chicken. Jarvis enjoyed being a Battle...

ANTOINETTE W. BRADSTREET

ANTOINETTE W. BRADSTREET

Feb 24, 2026

Antoinette W. Bradstreet entered into eternal rest at Ochsner Medical Center Main Campus on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at the age of 59. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Antoinette received both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO). She was employed as a Chief Account with the City of New...

WENDELL MACK HOMER

WENDELL MACK HOMER

Feb 25, 2026

Wendell Mack Homer, age 61, passed away on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at Ochsner Medical Center Main Campus. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. “Mack”, as he was affectionately known to family and friends, was a graduate of Belle Chasse High School and he attended the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. He...

SHONA MARIE SAUL

SHONA MARIE SAUL

Mar 3, 2026

Shona Saul departed this life peacefully on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. She was a native and lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA. Shona was a woman known for her strength, warmth, humor, and deep love for her family and friends. She lived her life with a bold spirit and a heart that welcomed everyone, earning her the beloved nickname “ShoNuff.”...

LEONARD LEWIS

LEONARD LEWIS

Mar 1, 2026

Leonard Lewis entered eternal rest on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at the age of 62. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Leonard was a graduate of L. B. Landry High School Class of 1983, and he was employed as a laborer. Beloved companion of Jane Byrd. Loving father of Natasha Reaux (Keith) Jones and Shantelle Reaux...

JASMIN ARTHUR AUGUSTUS, SR.

JASMIN ARTHUR AUGUSTUS, SR.

Feb 19, 2026

Jasmin Arthur Augustus entered eternal rest on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at the age of 50. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Jasmin was educated in the Orleans Parish School System, and he attended Moler Barber College. “Jazzman” “Deedyboe”, as he was affectionately known to family and friends was a packer with Performance Foods Warehouse. Devoted...

SYLVIA ANN TRAVIS LEGGETT

SYLVIA ANN TRAVIS LEGGETT

Mar 1, 2026

Sylvia Ann Travis Leggett, age 85, entered peacefully into eternal rest at Pontchartrain Health Care Center on Sunday, March 1, 2026. She was a native of Hattiesburg, MS and a resident of Mandeville, LA. Sylvia was a proud graduate of Brown University and pursued a meaningful career in healthcare administration. She faithfully served at East Jefferson General Hospital of 30...

MELVIN HENRY BURNS, JR.

MELVIN HENRY BURNS, JR.

Feb 23, 2026

Melvin Henry Burns, Jr., entered eternal rest on Monday, February 23, 2026, at the age of 66. He was a native of Vicksburg, MS and a resident of Marrero, LA. Melvin was a graduate of West Jefferson High School. He was a retired transporter, and a former Jefferson Parish Police Officer. Beloved father of Nakia Mason, Juan Burns, and Torin...