Obituaries
LORRAINE GERALDINE PETTY
May 10, 2025
Lorraine Geraldine Petty, age 73, entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Saturday, May 10, 2025. She was a native of Barataria, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Lorraine attended Lincoln High School and was a former cook at Boutte’s Restaurant. Beloved companion of the late Lionel Jackson, Sr. Devoted mother of Elton Holmes, Jr., Lionel Jackson,...
MARY ANN WASHINGTON NARCISSE
May 4, 2025
Mary Ann Washington Narcisse entered eternal rest on Sunday, May 4, 2025, at the age of 75. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Mary was a homemaker. Devoted mother of Kevin, Randy, Kedrick, and Joseph Narcisse. Daughter of the late Warren Washington, Sr. and Hilda King. Granddaughter of the late Rev. Dr. Dan (Frances) King, Jr....
GEORGE RUSSELL
May 6, 2025
George Russell entered into eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at the age of 75. He was a native and resident of Marrero, LA. He was formerly employed as a Supervisor with National Furniture Warehouse. Loving father of Zelika Russell, Christopher Russell, Everette Russell, and the late Erica “Onnie’ Russell. Devoted grandfather of Zoe...
BETTY JEAN VEDOL ALLEN
May 5, 2025
Betty Jean Vedol Allen, age 82, transitioned at her residence from labor to reward in glory on Monday, May 5, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was a native of Vacherie, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Betty was a 1962 graduate of Magnolia High School. She will be remembered for her kindhearted spirit and her radiant smile...
Charlie Simmons
Apr 23, 2025
Charlie Simmons entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at the age of 79. He was a native of Hazel, Alabama and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Charlie was employed as a mechanic for Ford Motor Company in Detroit, MI for many years. He had a deep love for fast cars, boxing, blues music, and a big...
TRACY WHITLEY
May 2, 2025
Tracy Whitley departed this life at West Jefferson Medical Center on Friday, May 2, 2025, at the age of 56. He was a native of Ferriday, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Tracy always had a smile on his face and loved to go fishing. He will be remembered for his peaceful humble spirit, who lit up a room...
JOYCE CHARLES CARTER
Apr 18, 2025
Joyce Charles Carter entered eternal rest at her residence on Friday, April 18, 2025, at the age of 87. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Joyce was a former employee with the Metropolitan Development Center (Belle Chasse State School) for many years. She was a faithful member of the usher board. Joyce had a passion for...
ORELIA JOHNSON WILLIAMS
May 1, 2025
Orelia J. Williams, affectionately known as “Rita”, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 1, 2025, at the age of 82. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Orelia was educated in the New Orleans Public School System. She was employed for over 40 years as a Direct Support Professional. Rita was an active...
MELVIN COLLINS, JR.
Apr 27, 2025
Melvin Collins, Jr., affectionately known as “Poppy” or “Melly Mel”, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at the age of 79. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Melvin was a proud graduate of George Washington Carver High School and honorably served his country in the United States Army. Melvin...
INEZ CULLIER PAYADUE
Apr 25, 2025
Inez Cullier Payadue, age 92, transitioned from her earthly life at her residence on Friday, April 26, 2025. She was a native and resident of Marrero, LA. “Nez”, as she was affectionately known to family and friends, was educated at Blessed Sacrament Elementary School. She entered the workforce and was employed at Martin’s Seafood in Westwego, and as a housekeeper...
JOE SMITH
Apr 29, 2025
Joe Smith entered eternal rest at his residence on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at the age of 85. He was a native of Orrville, AL and a resident of Avondale, LA. Joe was a retired pipefitter and welder. Beloved husband of Mayola Smith. Loving father of Minnie Smith and the late Michael Anthony Smith. Son of the late Willie P....
JERRY D. GOFF, JR.
Apr 26, 2025
Jerry D. Goff, Jr., age 77, entered peacefully into eternal rest at V. A. Medical Center on Saturday, April 26, 2025. He was a native of Lecompte, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Jerry retired after many years as an Operator/Trainer at several oil and gas refineries. He was formerly employed with Alliance Refinery, Conoco and Phillips 66. Jerry...
PATRICIA ANN BORDEN
Apr 26, 2025
Patricia Phipps Borden entered eternal rest on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the age of 61. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and resident of Marrero, LA. Patricia was a graduate of Carver Senior High School, and she was employed as a certified nurse assistant for 35 years. Devoted wife of Emanuel Borden. Loving mother of Patrice Phipps,...
JENISIS ELAINE HOLMES
Apr 28, 2025
Jenisis Elaine Holmes peacefully passed away on Monday April 28, 2025. Beloved daughter of Jordan Holmes and Quiara Willis. Granddaughter of Quiatra Lucas, Michael Willis, Rochellen Holmes, and Jessie Holmes, Jr. Great granddaughter of the late Barbara Ann Jackson. Great great granddaughter of Gloria Jones, also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the...
RUBY COOK FORGES
Apr 22, 2025
Ruby Cook Forges, a retired educator, entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at the age of 90. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Ruby was a graduate of L. B. Landry High School and Southern University Baton Rouge. She retired from the Jefferson Parish Public School System after many...
LIONEL GODFREY CHRISTOPHE, III
Apr 23, 2025
Lionel Godfrey Christophe, III departed this life at Slidell Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at the age of 57. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Slidell, LA. Lionel was a graduate of West Jefferson High School and attended Southern University. He was the owner and CEO of Louisiana's Contractor LLC. Son of...
DORAL HESTER
Apr 21, 2025
Doral Hester entered eternal rest on Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 51. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. He was a graduate of L. B. Landry High School. Loving father of Rinesha Mayfield, Dorai’yal Reynolds, Tonya Reynolds, Doral Smith and the late D’Ral A’zjon Hester. Grandfather of the late Forever Maxwell. Son of...
STEVEN WILLIAMS
Apr 20, 2025
Steven Williams departed this life peacefully at Piedmont Hospital on Sunday, April 20, 2025, at the age of 60. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Atlanta, GA. Steven was a graduate of Francis T. Nicholls High Class of 1984. Steve, as he was affectionately known by family and friends, was employed with DeKalb County...
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...
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