Obituaries

CORNELL HARRIS

CORNELL HARRIS

Feb 10, 2023

Cornell Harris received his angel wings on Friday, February 10, 2023, at the age of 64. He was a native of Houma, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Cornell received his formal education in the Jefferson Parish Public School System and was a former welder at Avondale Shipyard. He was an avid football fan, who enjoyed watching his...

ERIC C. VEAL, SR.

ERIC C. VEAL, SR.

Feb 9, 2023

Eric Chester Veal, Sr. transitioned peacefully into eternal rest at Ochsner Medical Center Main Campus on Thursday, February 9, 2023 at the age of 67. He was a native of Bridge City, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Eric was a 1975 graduate of West Jefferson High School. He was a retired Welder, Contractor and Real Estate Investor. Beloved...

DIANNE BIRDLOW PHOENIX

DIANNE BIRDLOW PHOENIX

Feb 9, 2023

 

 

Dianne Birdlow Phoenix entered into eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Thursday, February 9, 2023, at the age of 71. She was a native and resident of Gretna, LA. Dianne was a retired clerk typist and accounting specialist with Wal Mart. Loving mother of Dione M. Phoenix, and Howard Smothers, Jr. Beloved daughter of the late...

Syril Jr. and Syrian Boudoin

Syril Jr. and Syrian Boudoin

Feb 8, 2023

Syril Fairard Boudoin, Jr., age 21, and his brother Syrian Fairard Boudoin, age 17, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 8, 2023 at their residence. They were both natives and residents of Marrero, LA. Syril was a 2020 graduate of John Ehret High School and a former employee of K&G Fashion and Legacy Kitchen. Syrian was a student at Youth...

MICHAEL WILLIAMS

MICHAEL WILLIAMS

Feb 7, 2023

Michael Williams entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, February 7, 2023, at the age 67. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Houma, LA. “Mike” as he was affectionately called attended school in Houma and Belle Chasse, LA. Michael was a cook who loved music and singing. Beloved son of the late Willie Jack and...

LARRY G. DAYRIES

LARRY G. DAYRIES

Feb 6, 2023

Larry G. Dayries departed this life on Monday, February 6, 2023 at the age of 21. He was a native of Gretna, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Larry was a graduate of L. W. Higgins High School and employed as a stocker with Sam’s Club. Beloved son of Lee Dayries and Courtney Thomas. Grandson of the late Larry...

BUDDY DAVE FELO, SR.

BUDDY DAVE FELO, SR.

Feb 6, 2023

 

Buddy Dave Felo, Sr. transitioned this life on Monday, February 6, 2023, at the age of 82. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Buddy, a friendly and hard worker in his community, was a retired cement mason. He was well known for selling his okra, mustard greens, and enjoyed the outdoors while fishing. Loving father...

FANNIE MAE DILLON

FANNIE MAE DILLON

Feb 3, 2023

Fannie Mae Dillon departed this life at her residence on Friday, February 3, 2023, at the age of 64. She was a native of Brookhaven, MS and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Fannie was a graduate of John H. Martyn High School and employed as a cashier with Walmart. Loving mother of Jason Dillon and Jovan Dillon. Daughter of...

HERMAN MARTY COLLINS

HERMAN MARTY COLLINS

Feb 2, 2023

Herman Marty Collins entered peacefully into eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Thursday, February 2, 2023, at the age of 66. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Herman was a graduate of Warren Eastern Senior High School. He was employed as a professional truck driver for over 40 years with...

CAROLYN BROWN ROBERTSON

CAROLYN BROWN ROBERTSON

Jan 31, 2023

Carolyn Brown Robertson entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at the age of 78. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Carolyn attended the Orleans Parish Public School System, and she was a former employee with the Orleans Parish School System as a Foster Grandparent. Devoted mother of the late Thedrow Lon Brown.  Loving...

WILLIAM DAVID GREEN

WILLIAM DAVID GREEN

Jan 30, 2023

William David Green entered into eternal rest on Monday, January 30, 2023 at the age of 79. He was a native of Monterey, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. William was a retired security company supervisor. He was an avid golfer and a member of Joseph M. Bartholomew Lakewood Golf Club. Beloved husband of Gwendolyn Jackson Green. Loving...

Ra'Ouan Tyrone Butcher

Ra'Ouan Tyrone Butcher

Jan 28, 2023

Ra'Quan Tyrone Butcher entered into eternal rest on Saturday, January 28, 2023, at the age of 24. He was a native of Harvey, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Ra'Quan was pursuing a career in the music industry and was preparing to publish his first book. Companion of Jaylynn Lewis and their unborn child. Son of Alvin Butcher, Jr.,...

HENRY WILLIAMS, SR.

HENRY WILLIAMS, SR.

Jan 27, 2023

Henry Williams, Sr, age 84, transitioned to his heavenly home on Friday, January 27, 2023, at his residence. He was a native of Marrero, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Henry retired from Sharp Construction after 45 years as a Construction Superintendent and Chateau Ames Apartment Complex after 10 years of service. Beloved husband of the late Florence Williams....

ETHEL MARY SAUL JOSEPH

ETHEL MARY SAUL JOSEPH

Jan 27, 2023

 

Ethel Mary Joseph, age 96, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Friday, January 27, 2023, at her residence surrounded by her loved ones. She was a native of Vacherie, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Beloved wife of the late Octave Anthony Joseph. Loving mother of Gary and Norman Joseph, Cynthia Joseph Johnson, Gail Jones (Joseph), Lesia Callens,...

MICHAEL JEROME CONNOR, I

MICHAEL JEROME CONNOR, I

Jan 25, 2023

Michael Jerome Connor, I entered into eternal rest at The Sanctuary at Passages Hospice on Wednesday, January 25, 2023, at the age of 58. He was a native Utica, MS and a resident of Gretna, LA. Michael was a graduate of John Ehret High School, and he attended University of New Orleans. He was a former general manager for a...

ERNEST ANTHONY WHITE

ERNEST ANTHONY WHITE

Jan 23, 2023

Ernest Anthony White entered into eternal rest on Monday, January 23, 2023, at the age of 70. He was a native of Marrero, LA and a longtime resident of Tacoma, WA. Ernest attended East Jefferson High School and College of Alameda of Alameda, CA. He was an employee of The Art Institute of Washington. Ernest was the father of a son...

VERNON CHARLES ALLEN

VERNON CHARLES ALLEN

Jan 23, 2023

Vernon Allen departed this life at Ochsner Medical Center Main Campus on Monday, January 23, 2023 at the age of 60. He was a native of Houston, TX and a resident of Westwego, LA. Vernon was educated in the Houston Public School System. He was employed as a Plumber. Husband of the late Pam Allen. Companion of the late Brenda...

RUTHIE TILLMAN

RUTHIE TILLMAN

Jan 21, 2023

Ruthie May Tillman entered eternal rest on Saturday, January 21, 2023, at the age of 84. She was a native of Franklin, LA and residence of New Orleans (Algiers), LA. Ruthie graduated from Willow Street High School. “Granny”, as she was affectionately called by family and friends, retired from  Magnolia School and ResCare Respite services.

Devoted wife of the late...

GRETCHEN CRAFT JONES

GRETCHEN CRAFT JONES

Jan 21, 2023

Gretchen “Bushy” Mernica Craft Jones entered peacefully into eternal rest on Saturday, January 21, 2023, at the age of 64. She was a native and resident of Marrero, LA. Loving mother of Shana (Wayne, Sr.) Sullivan, Sheena Jones, and Shanta Jones. Daughter of the late Lee Arthur Craft and Joy Alice Craft. Granddaughter of the late Albert and Bessie Gilson,...

KENNETH MAURICE THOMAS, SR.

KENNETH MAURICE THOMAS, SR.

Jan 20, 2023

 

 

Kenneth Maurice Thomas, Sr. entered into eternal rest on Friday, January 20, 2023, at the age of 62. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Kenneth was a graduate of West Jefferson High School and he attended New York Community College. He was a self-employed chef and repairman. Companion of Cassandra...