Obituaries

PAMELA PORTER FIRVEN

PAMELA PORTER FIRVEN

Jul 27, 2022

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Pamela Porter Firven entered into eternal rest at St. Joseph Hospice on Wednesday, July 27, 2022, at the age of 67.  She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Avondale, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service at DAVIS MORTUARY SERVICE 6820...

DARREL LEE JOHNSON

DARREL LEE JOHNSON

Jul 27, 2022

Darrel Lee Johnson transitioned into eternity on Wednesday, July 27, 2022, at the age of 71. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Darrell was a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School and, he continued his education obtaining a Doctorate Degree in Management from The University of Phoenix. He served his country in the Air National...

REV. LEON HANNIBAL, SR.

REV. LEON HANNIBAL, SR.

Jul 26, 2022

Rev. Leon Hannibal, Sr., age 94, transitioned to his heavenly home on Tuesday, July 26, 2022, at Southeast Louisiana Veterans Home. He was a native of Winterville, LA (West Baton Rouge) and a resident of Marrero, LA. Rev. Hannibal spent his formative years on a farm, learning the value of hard work and commitment to family. He enlisted in the...

ALFRED JENKINS

ALFRED JENKINS

Jul 25, 2022

Alfred “Pa” “Al” Jenkins entered into eternal on Monday, July 25, 2022, at the age of 76. He was a native of Plaquemine, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Alfred was a retired truck driver for BAH Express Transportation for over 20 years. Beloved husband of 55 years to Annette Smith-Jenkins. Loving father of Joycelyn (Bryan, Sr.) Singleton...

EMMETT ADAM BARNES, JR.

EMMETT ADAM BARNES, JR.

Jul 24, 2022

Emmett Adam Barnes, Jr. entered into eternal rest at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank on Sunday, July 24, 2022, at the age of 71. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Emmett was a graduate of West Jefferson High School. He served his country in the United States Army as an Armory Unit Supply...

PEGGY JACKSON

PEGGY JACKSON

Jul 23, 2022

Peggy Jackson entered into eternal rest on Saturday, July 23, 2022, at the age of 69. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Peggy was educated in the Jefferson Parish Public School System, and she was a retired employee with West Jefferson Medical Center as a housekeeper. Loving mother of Issac Jackson, and...

JOSEPHINE GROSS PHOENIX

JOSEPHINE GROSS PHOENIX

Jul 22, 2022

Josephine “Peenie” “Auntie” Gross Phoenix, age 93, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 22, 2022, surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Josephine attended Booker T. Washington High School and was retired seamstress of Schrams Brothers and Deansgate Sewing Factory.  She loved Mardi Gras and was known to attend as...

BRENDA JOYCE HOUSTON-JACKSON

BRENDA JOYCE HOUSTON-JACKSON

Jul 21, 2022

 

Brenda Houston Jackson entered into eternal rest on Thursday, July 21, 2022, at the age of 68.  She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Brenda was graduate of L. W. Higgins High School, and employed as a cook.  Beloved wife of the late Eddie Jackson. Devoted mother of Mark Houston, Trishawn Houston,...

BEULAH COLE ADDISON

BEULAH COLE ADDISON

Jul 18, 2022

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Beulah Cole Addison entered into eternal rest at Charlton Methodist Hospital in Dallas, TX on Monday, July 18, 2022, at the age of 72. She was a native of New Orleans, LA, a longtime resident of Avondale, LA before relocating to the Lancaster, TX.  Beulah was attended Lincoln High School and was a graduate...

BEVERLY BERNARD MCCANN

BEVERLY BERNARD MCCANN

Jul 17, 2022

Beverly Bernard McCann entered into eternal rest on Sunday, July 17, 2022, at the age of 58. She was a native of Laurel, MS, and a resident of Avondale, LA. Beverly was a childcare nursery teacher. Loving mother of Benjamin and Bria McCann. Devoted grandmother of Gavin McCann. Daughter of J.C. McCann and the late Ollie McCann. Sister of Kevin...

NORMAN NORTON CHAVIS

NORMAN NORTON CHAVIS

Jul 17, 2022

Norman Norton Chavis, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, July 17, 2022, at the age of 75. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Norman served his country in U. S.  Navy for 10 years as a Second-Class Radioman. He was a retired medic transporter. Beloved husband of Audrey Y. Chavis. Loving father...

CLARENCE MALVEO, JR.

CLARENCE MALVEO, JR.

Jul 16, 2022

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Clarence “Melly Clay” Malveo, Jr. entered peacefully into eternal rest at his residence on Saturday, July 16, 2022, at the age of 56. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Clarence was a former cook for the DoubleTree, Tiffin Inn Pancake House, and ARAMARK at East Jefferson...

MARY ALICE DRIGGERS

MARY ALICE DRIGGERS

Jul 16, 2022

Mary Alice Driggers peacefully passed away at West Jefferson Medical Center on Saturday, July 16, 2022, at the age of 79. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Avondale, LA. Mary was a former employee of Lafayette Insurance Company. Beloved wife of the late Earl Frank Driggers, Sr. Loving mother of Earl Frank Driggers, Jr....

BRENDA FELICIA DUNBAR

BRENDA FELICIA DUNBAR

Jul 15, 2022

Brenda Felicia Porter Dunbar, age 72, departed this life at her residence on Friday, July 15, 2022. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Brenda was a graduate of Lincoln High School in Marrero and she attended Xavier University. She was a retired employee of the Veterans Administration. She was a member of...

LEOTHA MARIE LEMIEUX JONES

LEOTHA MARIE LEMIEUX JONES

Jul 15, 2022

 

Leotha Marie Lemieux Jones gain her wings at her residence on Friday, July 15, 2022, at the age of 101. She was a native of Vacherie, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. She attended Rosenwald High School in Jacksontown. Miss Lee, was affectionately known by family and friends, was a retired employee with Ed Martin Seafood Factory. Leotha...

BENTLEE JUELZ BRADLEY

BENTLEE JUELZ BRADLEY

Jul 11, 2022

Bentlee Juelz Bradley entered his heavenly  home on Monday, July 11, 2022 Loving son of Dominique Bradley and Brandon Brown. Grandson of Tyrone Johnson and the late Uwanda Bradley. Brother of Kennedee Williams and Charm Collins, also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Graveside Service at...

MORRIS BROWN

MORRIS BROWN

Jul 10, 2022

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Morris Brown, age 70, departed this life on Sunday, July 10, 2022, at Chateau D’Ville Rehab and Retirement Center in Donaldsonville, LA. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Morris was a veteran of the United States Army. Beloved husband of the late Carolyn Brown. Loving father...

IRVING DWIGHT ROUSSELL

IRVING DWIGHT ROUSSELL

Jul 9, 2022

Irving Dwight Roussell entered into eternal rest on Saturday, July 9, 2022, at the age 61 surrounded by his sisters. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. “Dwight” as he was affectionately known by his family and “Beck” by his friends was employed as a truck driver. Loving father of Trashawn D. Roussell...

JOSEPH SCIE

JOSEPH SCIE

Jul 8, 2022

Joseph Scie entered peacefully into eternal rest at his residence on Friday, July 8, 2022, at the age of 64. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a lifelong resident of Avondale, LA. Joseph was a graduate of John H. Martyn High School. He served his country for 10 years as a member of the United State Marines....

DAMEYON JASON ALLEN

DAMEYON JASON ALLEN

Jul 8, 2022

Dameyon Jason Allen departed this life at his residence on Friday, July 8, 2022 at the age of 52. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Dameyon is survived by a host of loving family and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors officers and members of New Hope Baptist Church...