Obituaries

LARRY ODELL HOWARD

LARRY ODELL HOWARD

Jan 10, 2022

Larry Odell Howard departed this life on Monday, January 10, 2022 at the age of 71. He was a native of Paris, TN and a resident of Harvey, LA.

Private Services Were Held.

JEFFREY G. SMITH

JEFFREY G. SMITH

Jan 8, 2022

PRIVATE FUNERAL SERVICES WHERE HELD.

JANICE GEORGE HOLLINS

JANICE GEORGE HOLLINS

Jan 7, 2022

Janice George Hollins entered peacefully into eternal rest at West Houston Medical Center on Friday, January 7, 2022, at the age of 70. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Houston, TX. Beloved wife of the late Earl Hollins, Sr. Devoted mother of Earl Hollins, Jr., Trinice Hollins (Reginald) Hunt, Royalle Lazard, Derrick, Randy, and...

AZARIAH DAVION HENSLEY

AZARIAH DAVION HENSLEY

Jan 6, 2022

Azariah Davion “Maw” Hensley transitioned into eternal rest on Thursday, January 6, 2022, at West Jefferson Medical Center at the age of 19. She was a native of Gretna, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Azariah was a graduate of John Ehret High School, and was planning to pursue a degree in nursing. Her plans were to become a...

URSULA CUILLIER JOHNSON

URSULA CUILLIER JOHNSON

Jan 6, 2022

Ursula Cuillier Johnson was called home by the Lord on Thursday, January 6, 2022, at the age of 61. She was a native of Marrero, LA and a resident of Houston, TX. Ursula graduated from Immaculata High School class of 1977. She earned a Bachelor of Science from Xavier University of Louisiana, class of 1986. Ursula earned a master’s in...

SIM G. NELLON

SIM G. NELLON

Jan 5, 2022

Sim Grayson "Duke" Nellon departed this life at West Jefferson Medical Center on Wednesday, January 5, 2022, at the age of 66. He was a native and resident of Marrero, LA. Loving father of Diane Lampkin, Crystal Antoine, Nicole Lampkin, and Donell Morgan. Son of the late Williams Nellon, Sr., and Jessie Lee Jordan Nellon. Beloved brother of William Nellon,...

RUFUS ANTHONY WRIGHT, SR.

RUFUS ANTHONY WRIGHT, SR.

Jan 5, 2022

 

Rufus Anthony Wright, Sr entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, January 5, 2022, at the age of 45. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Lafayette, LA. Rufus was employed with Stone Water Solutions, LLC as a Heavy Equipment Operator. Beloved husband of Joella Kennosha Wright. Devoted father of Tiffany Ann Douglas, Reneisha Rene...

WESLEY LEON WILLIAMS

WESLEY LEON WILLIAMS

Jan 5, 2022

Wesley Leon Williams entered eternal rest on Wednesday, January 5, 2022, at the age of 65. He was a native of St. Joseph, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Wesley was a graduate of Sicily Island High School. Leon, as he was affectionately known by family and friends worked as a longshoreman before going into business for himself owning...

LEROY GREEN

LEROY GREEN

Jan 4, 2022

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Leroy Green entered into eternal rest at his residence on Tuesday, January 4, 2022, at the age of 72. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Leroy was employed as a longshoreman. Beloved husband of the late Ethelyn V. Hayes. Devoted father of Leroy Brock, Ceiona...

CALVIN LEWIS

CALVIN LEWIS

Jan 3, 2022

Calvin Lewis entered into eternal rest on Monday, January 3, 2022, at the age of 65. He was a native of Avondale, LA and resident Waggaman, LA. Calvin was employed with a fabrication company as a laborer. Devoted father of Calvin Reynard. Son of the late Albert Lewis, Sr., and Catherine Simmons. Stepson of the late Walter Simmons. Brother of...

BENNIE LEWIS

BENNIE LEWIS

Jan 3, 2022

Bennie “PeeWee” Lewis entered into eternal rest on Monday, January 3, 2022, at the age of 78. He was a native of Gretna, LA and a resident of Baton Rouge, LA since Hurricane Katrina.  Bennie was a retired construction and oil field worker. He was a former member of New Hope Baptist Church of Gretna, and presently a member of...

GLADYS VALENTINE PIERRE

GLADYS VALENTINE PIERRE

Jan 2, 2022

Gladys Valentine Pierre entered into eternal rest on Sunday January 2, 2022, at the age of 61. She was a native of Marrero, LA and a resident of Charlotte, NC. Gladys was a 1978 graduate of John Ehret High School and employed as a Personal Assistant and Caregiver. She was a member of International House of Intercession in Charlotte, NC,...

BLAIR AUSTIN GUSMAS

BLAIR AUSTIN GUSMAS

Jan 1, 2022

Blair Austin Gusmas entered into eternal rest at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank on Saturday, January 1, 2022. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Loving husband of 30 years to Ineather G. Gusman. Devoted father of Christopher (Roxie) Kenard, Blair Gusmas, Jr., Willie (Cynthia) Conner, Rickey (Paulette) Conner, and Joshua (Taylor) Morris. Son...

PETER ROY WALTER

PETER ROY WALTER

Jan 1, 2022

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Peter Roy Walter, age 49, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, December 31, 2021, at his residence. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Loving father of Shaunquell Coleman, Fredrick Watkins, and Peter Bryant. Loving grandfather of Daliyah and Mekhi Coleman. Beloved son of Mildred Walter and the...

JOSEPH MORRIS, JR,

JOSEPH MORRIS, JR,

Dec 31, 2021

Joseph “Lil Joe” Morris, Jr., entered into eternal rest on Friday, December 31, 2021, at the age of 75. He was a native of White Castle, LA and resident Marrero, LA. Lil Joe, as he was affectionately called by family and friends was a retired truck driver with McJunkin Red Man Corporation and Sunbeam Bakery.   Beloved husband of the late...

RICKY CHRISTOPHER CHRISTOFF

RICKY CHRISTOPHER CHRISTOFF

Dec 31, 2021

Ricky Christoff entered peacefully into eternal rest on Friday, December 31, 2021, at the age of 62. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Ricky was a former employee with Avondale Shipyard for 30 years. Father of Cornelius. Beloved son of Thelma Christoff and the late Norman Christoff. Loving brother of Norman Christoff,...

MELVIN ANTHONY MEREDITH

MELVIN ANTHONY MEREDITH

Dec 30, 2021

Melvin Anthony Meredith entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, December 29, 2021, at the age of 19. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Melvin was serving his country in the United States Marine Corp. Beloved son of Latasha Marie Meredith and the late Melvin Brooks. Grandson of Ruthie Perry, Carolyn Robinson, and the late Herman Perry....

YVONNE DEWAR WASSO

YVONNE DEWAR WASSO

Dec 30, 2021

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Yvonne Marie Dewar Wasso entered into eternal rest on Thursday, December 30, 2021, at the age of 81.  She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Yvonne was a graduate of Jack Yates High School. She was a retired bookkeeper with F.W. Woolworth and a Bridal Shop. Beloved wife of the late...

REV. JAMES CAMERON, SR.

REV. JAMES CAMERON, SR.

Dec 29, 2021

Rev. James “Chip” Cameron, Sr. peacefully departed this life on Wednesday, December 29, 2021, at the age of 67. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. James was a graduate of George Washington Carver High School, where he played drums in the marching band. He also attended Southern University at New Orleans, where he studied Accounting. James...

LEROY DABNEY, JR.

LEROY DABNEY, JR.

Dec 28, 2021

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Leroy Dabney, Jr. transitioned on Tuesday, December 28, 2021, at the age of 87. He was a native of Crystal Springs, MS and a resident of Marrero, LA. Leroy was employed with Avondale Shipyard as a truck driver for over 30 years. Beloved husband of the late Emelda Dabney. Loving father of...