Obituaries

Kyran Andrew Damien Christoph

Kyran Andrew Damien Christoph

Apr 10, 2023

Kyran Andrew Damien Christoph passed away on Monday, April 10, 2023, at the age of 17. He was a native of Gretna, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Kyran was a student at John Ehret High School, where he played snare drums in the Patriots Marching Band and the JPSO Band of Excellence.  With a passion for music, Kyran...

CHRISTOPHER EZELL ROBINSON

CHRISTOPHER EZELL ROBINSON

Apr 8, 2023

Christopher Ezell Robinson entered into eternal rest on Saturday, April 8, 2023, at the age of 50. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Christopher was a graduate of West Jefferson High School. “Jokie”, as he was affectionately known by family and friends, enjoyed hanging out with family and friends and having a good time. Loving father...

WILLIE MERLE CAUSEY

WILLIE MERLE CAUSEY

Apr 7, 2023

Willie M.  “Sarge” Causey entered into eternal rest at his residence on Friday, April 7, 2023, at the age of 78. He was a native of Tylertown, MS, and a resident of New Orleans, LA for over 40 years. Willie was a graduate of McDonogh 35 High School Class of 1962 and continued his studies at Dillard University. In 1987...

LLOYD L. BELLAIRE, JR.

LLOYD L. BELLAIRE, JR.

Apr 5, 2023

Lloyd L. Bellaire, Jr. entered peacefully into eternal rest at his residence of Wednesday, April 5, 2023 at the age of 60. He was a native of Gretna, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Lloyd attended Southern University, and was a manager at Zabros Pizza. Loving father of Joshua Bellaire, Jordan Bellaire, and Jhase Bellaire. Devoted grandfather of...

GAIL PATRICIA SMITH COBB

GAIL PATRICIA SMITH COBB

Apr 5, 2023

Gail Patricia Smith Cobb entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at the age of 79. She was a lifelong resident of Marrero, LA. Gail was a graduate of Lincoln High School, Marrero, LA and a retired employee of West Jefferson Medical Center.  Devoted wife of the late Elbert A. “Sonny” Cobb, Sr. Beloved mother of Deon Treanice...

ESSIE LEE MATTHEWS

ESSIE LEE MATTHEWS

Apr 2, 2023

Essie Lee Matthews transitioned to her heavenly home at Touro Infirmary on Sunday, April 2, 2023, at the age of 94. She was a native of Jackson, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. She resided in Calliope Housing Development for 40 years. Essie was a faithful member of Pure Light Baptist Church for 67 years and was crowned...

MICKEY WILLIAMS

MICKEY WILLIAMS

Apr 1, 2023

Mickey M. Daniels Williams entered eternal rest on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at the age of 80. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and resident of Bridge City, LA.  “Big Mic”, as she was affectionately known to family and friends, received her certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant from American School of Nursing. Mickey worked in the medical...

RICO AKEEM KELLER, SR.

RICO AKEEM KELLER, SR.

Apr 1, 2023

Rico Akeem Jones Keller, Sr. entered into eternal rest on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at the age of 32. He was a native of Marrero, LA and a resident of Slidell, LA. Rico was a graduate of John Ehret High School, and he was the owner of R&L Event Rentals. Devoted father of London Keller and Rico Keller, Jr. Beloved...

LEONARD BLUE SMITH, SR

LEONARD BLUE SMITH, SR

Apr 1, 2023

Leonard B. Smith, Sr. entered into eternal rest on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at University Medical Center at the age of 45. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Beloved husband of Benita Brewer-Smith. Devoted father of Leonard B. Smith, Jr., Amerie Joseph, Darion Cole, Christopher Cole, Christina Cole, Lenora Cole, and Lilnard...

EVANS PAGE, JR.

EVANS PAGE, JR.

Apr 1, 2023

Evans Page, Jr., age 78, departed this life at West Jefferson Medical Center on Saturday, April 1, 2023. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Evans was a retired Foreman and Winch Operator with Longshoreman Local 3000. Beloved husband of 44 years to Lola Durham Page. Devoted father of Marlon (Camaille) Page, Garland...

GLADYS JOHNSON ARMAND

GLADYS JOHNSON ARMAND

Mar 31, 2023

 

 

Gladys Johnson Armand transitioned to her heavenly home on Friday, March 31, 2023, at the age of 94. She was a native of Edgard, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. She was a proud member of St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church for over 70 years where she served faithfully. Gladys was a retired beautician. Beloved wife...

JOSEPH ROBERTSON, III

JOSEPH ROBERTSON, III

Mar 30, 2023

Joseph “Daddy Boy” Robertson, III departed this life on Thursday, March 30, 2023, at the age of 78. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Beloved son of the late Joseph Robertson, Jr. and Lilly Thomas. Loving brother of Jackie (Ella) Thomas, Bernard Nelson, Edward (Yada) Robertson, Nathaniel Porterfield, Julia Robertson, Brenda Nelson,...

FELTON WILLIAMS

FELTON WILLIAMS

Mar 30, 2023

Felton Williams departed this life at his residence on Thursday, March 30, 2023, at the age of 70. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a lifelong resident of Marrero, LA. Felton was educated at Lincoln High School, and later attended Job Corp. He was a former employee of Avondale Shipyard and Matrana Produce Company. In later years...

DOROTHY JONES WILLIAMS

DOROTHY JONES WILLIAMS

Mar 29, 2023

Dorothy Mae Jones Williams entered peacefully into eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at the age of 91. She was a native of Vacherie, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Dorothy was a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School class of 1951. She was a retired Cafeteria Coordinator from Los Angeles,...

BOBBIE EDGARD FRANCIS, SR.

BOBBIE EDGARD FRANCIS, SR.

Mar 28, 2023

Bobbie E. Francis, Sr., age 79, ascended into heaven’s gates on Tuesday, March 28, 2023. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a lifelong resident of Harvey, LA. Bobbie was a graduate of L. B High School, and after graduation he enlisted in the United States Army. He was employed with Exxon Oil Company in Grand Isle, LA,...

TRACEY FELO

TRACEY FELO

Mar 28, 2023

Tracey Danyell Felo, age 39, entered into eternal rest at her home on Tuesday March 28, 2023. She was a  native of New Orleans, La. and a resident of Gretna, La. Tracey was a graduate of  O Perry Walker High School and formally employed with Padu House as a CNA prior to becoming disabled.

Devoted mother of Felicity Felo,...

BENNY TAYLOR, JR.

BENNY TAYLOR, JR.

Mar 28, 2023

Benny Taylor, Jr. entered peacefully into eternal rest at his residence on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at the age of 46. He was a native of Harvey, LA and a resident of River Ridge, LA. Benny was a 1994 graduate of St. Augustine High School and he attended Southern University at New Orleans. He was employed as an Independent Contractor...

DONALD TOWNSEND, SR.

DONALD TOWNSEND, SR.

Mar 27, 2023

Donald Townsend, Sr. departed life in San Antonio, TX on Monday, March 27, 2023, at the age of 30. He was a native of Harvey, LA and a resident of San Antonio, TX He was a graduate of Helen Cox High School and Delgado Community College, where he received a certificate in welding. He was employed as a coach at...

AMANDA SUE BROWN-JACKSON

AMANDA SUE BROWN-JACKSON

Mar 27, 2023

Amanda Sue Brown Jackson transitioned to her heavenly home at M. D. Anderson Medical Center in Houston, TX on Monday, March 27, 2023 at the age of 67. She was a native of Gretna, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Amanda was a graduate of L. W. Higgins High School and Phillips Junior College. She was a retired Payroll...

HENRY LEE CARTER, SR.

HENRY LEE CARTER, SR.

Mar 26, 2023

Henry Lee Carter, Sr. transitioned peacefully at Southeast Louisiana Veterans Hospital on Sunday, March 26, 2023, at the age of 68. He was a native of Natchez, MS, a former resident of Ferriday, LA and resident of New Orleans, LA since 1969. Henry was a 1972 graduate of Booker T. Washington High School. After graduating he enlisted in the United...