Obituaries
LEONA WILSON
Feb 19, 2023
Leona Wilson entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Sunday, February 19, 2023, at the age of 78. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Leona’s enjoyed singing, sewing, cooking, and taking care of her grandchildren. Beloved wife of the late Lewis Jackson. Devoted mother of Lashell Hudson, Michael Briscoe, Andrella Franklin, and Claude Briscoe....
HERMAN ERNEST MARSHALL, SR.
Feb 19, 2023
Herman Ernest Marshall, Sr., age 92, entered peacefully into eternal rest at his residence on Sunday, February 19, 2023. He was a native of Thibodaux, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Herman served his country as a member of the United States Army during the Korean War. He received several commendations for his bravery, which included the Korean Service...
PHYLLIS GILMORE-NELSON
Feb 19, 2023
Phyllis Gilmore Nelson departed this life on Sunday, February 19, 2023 at the age of 56. She was a native of New Orleans and a resident of Marrero, LA. Beloved wife of Clyde Louis Nelson. Loving mother of David Leon Gilmore. Daughter of the late Willie H. Gilmore, Sr. and Susan D. Gilmore. Sister of Willie H. Gilmore, Patricia G....
FREDRICK LEE JACKSON
Feb 17, 2023
Fredrick “Lil Fred” Lee Jackson entered into eternal rest on Friday, February 17, 2023, at the age of 24. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Baton Rouge, LA. Fredrick was a high school graduate of Louisiana National Guard Youth Challenge Program Class of 2014 in Carville, LA. He was pursuing a career in the...
BASIL LYNN PATTERSON
Feb 17, 2023
Basil Lynn Patterson entered into eternal rest at Ochsner Medical Center Main Campus on Friday, February 17, 2023 at the age of 67. He was a native of Harvey, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Basil was a graduate of West Jefferson High School. He was employed as a Transit Operator with Westside Transit and retired after 40 years...
LEE WALKER DOBY
Feb 15, 2023
Lee Walker Doby entered into eternal rest on Wednesday February 15, 2023, at the age of 57. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Lee was a graduate of Dannell Special Need of Education Class of 1983. Son of Delphine Bates and the late Lee Walker Wilson, Sr. Stepson of Dwight Sorina. Grandson of the late...
LATOYA BUSH
Feb 14, 2023
Latoya Marie Bush departed this life on Tuesday, February 14, 2023, at the age of 45 surrounded by her loving family. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. She attended L. B. Landry High School and was a former employee of Fess Staffing. Companion of Timothy Dexter. Loving mother of Timil, Tevin, Timera, Tinil, and Timerick...
Keilan Chase Lieteau-Harris
Feb 12, 2023
Keilan Chase Lieteau Harris, an aspiring rapper, departed this life on Sunday, February 12, 2023 at the age of 25. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Keilan was educated in the St. Bernard Parish Public School System. Loving father of Keilan Chase Harris, Jr. Beloved son of Kevin Harris, Jr. and Melissa Lieteau-Pierre. Cherished grandson of...
THURMAN LEE GILMORE, JR.
Feb 11, 2023
Thurman Lee Gilmore, Jr. entered eternal rest at his residence on Saturday, February 11, 2023, at the age of 47. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Thurman was employed at Copeland’s Restaurant. Beloved son of the late Thurman Lee Gilmore, Sr., and Shelia Cole. Stepson of the late Shelia Paynes...
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.
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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...