Obituaries

BILLY CRAIG JOSEPH, JR.

BILLY CRAIG JOSEPH, JR.

Jul 30, 2021

Billy Craig Joseph, Jr. entered into eternal rest on Friday, July 30, 2021, at the age 45. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Terrytown, LA. Billy was employed as a licensed Barber with Vibe Barber Shop. Beloved husband of Aaliyah Chopin-Joseph. Devoted father of Blake A. Joseph, Bryce A. Joseph, Billy C. Joseph, III,...

HARRY BEEVERS, JR.

HARRY BEEVERS, JR.

Jul 30, 2021

Harry Beevers, Jr. was born on January 26, 1944 to the union of Harry Beevers, Sr. and Ruth Devins Beevers. Harry converted to Catholicism in the early eighties. He was a graduate ofL. B. Landry Class of 1962. Harry married his childhood sweetheart and love of his life Elvina Barrett Beevers on December 30, 1966. To this union two sons...

James Louis Walker Sr.

James Louis Walker Sr.

Jul 30, 2021

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James L. Walker, Sr. transitioned peacefully into eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Friday, July 30, 2021 at the age of 78. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Beloved husband of the late Doris Hymes Walker. Loving father of James L. Walker, Jr., Alexander...

PATRICIA ANN DUMAS JACKSON

PATRICIA ANN DUMAS JACKSON

Jul 30, 2021

Patricia Ann Dumas Jackson, entered into eternal rest on Friday, July 30, 2021, at the age 75. She was a native of Vacherie, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Patricia was affectionately known as “Patty Cakes,” “Luv,” and “Ma Ma” by her loving family, “Toteen” by friends, and “Wonder Woman” by those who lived on Mansfield Avenue was a...

GAIL MARIE GIBSON

GAIL MARIE GIBSON

Jul 29, 2021

Gail Gibson entered eternal rest at her residence on Thursday, July 29, 2021, at the age of 65. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Gail was educated in the Jefferson Parish School System and was employed as cook for many years. Beloved mother of Tanya (Kevin) Simmons. Devoted grandmother of Kennedy and...

LEAH RANADA KEYANA MOSLEY

LEAH RANADA KEYANA MOSLEY

Jul 29, 2021

Leah Ranada Keyana Mosley departed this life on Thursday, July 29, 2021 at the age of 21.  She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Leah was a 2018 graduate of West Jefferson High School and currently enrolled at Delgado Community College, majoring in Early Childhood Education. She was a member of St. Mark Baptist Church and St....

EDDIE LAWRENCE MAGEE

EDDIE LAWRENCE MAGEE

Jul 29, 2021

Eddie Lawrence MaGee entered into eternal rest on at his residence on Thursday, July 29, 2021, at the age of 73. He was a native of Independence, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Eddie was a graduate of Walter L. Cohen Senior High and a retired Clerk with United States Postal Service and Corp of Engineer of Los...

MARY ANN WATKINS

MARY ANN WATKINS

Jul 28, 2021

Mary Ann Watkins, age 72, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Wednesday, July 28, 2021. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Mary was a 1967 graduate of L. B. Landry High School and continued her studies at Phillips Junior College. She was a retired Mental Health Assistant at Hope Haven for Catholic Charities. Loving mother of...

VERNAL SMITH III

VERNAL SMITH III

Jul 28, 2021

Vernal Smith III departed this life at University Medical Center on Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at the age of 18. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Vernal was a student at L. W. Higgins High School, where he played football and basketball. He was expected to graduate with the class of 2022....

CHARLES ROBERT TAYLOR

CHARLES ROBERT TAYLOR

Jul 26, 2021

Charles R. Taylor, Sr.  departed this life on Monday, July 26, 2021 at the age of 78. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gonzales, LA. Charles was a graduate of McDonogh 35 Senior High School and served his country in the United States Army. Charles was a welder by trade. Coach Charles as he...

LILLIAN HAWKINS

LILLIAN HAWKINS

Jul 26, 2021

 

Lillian “Shorty” Hawkins entered into eternal rest at JoEllen Smith Living Center on Monday, July 26, 2021, at the age of 72.  She was a native Natchez, MS and a resident of New Orleans, LA.  Lillian was a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School and worked as a proud caregiver and nanny. Beloved mother of Marlon (Janine) Hawkins,...

ELIZABETH SHEPARD

ELIZABETH SHEPARD

Jul 25, 2021

Elizabeth Shepard entered into eternal rest on Sunday, July 25, 2021 at the age of 50. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Elizabeth was a graduate of John Ehret High School.  Beloved daughter of the late Joseph Shepard, Sr. and Louise B. Shepard. Devoted sister Ron C. Shepard, Rodney G. Shepard, and...

EDDIE RICHARDSON

EDDIE RICHARDSON

Jul 25, 2021

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ERNEST WILLIAM ROY, SR.

ERNEST WILLIAM ROY, SR.

Jul 25, 2021

 

 Ernest William Roy, Sr. was called home to be with the Lord at his residence on Sunday, July 25, 2021, at the age of 89. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Ernest was a graduate of L. B. Landry High School Class of 1954 and served his country in the U.S. Army. Ernest was a...

LLOYD LINDSEY BADON

LLOYD LINDSEY BADON

Jul 25, 2021

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Lloyd Lindsey Badon entered into eternal rest on Sunday, July 25, 2021, at the age of 77. He was a native of Tylertown, MS and a resident of Marrero, LA. Lloyd was a retired employee of General Motors. Beloved husband of Ruby Taylor Badon. Son of the late Harvey Badon and Sarah Jefferson. Brother...

SHANE PATRICK LEWIS, SR.

SHANE PATRICK LEWIS, SR.

Jul 24, 2021

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Shane Patrick Lewis, Sr., departed this life at Ochsner Medical Center Jefferson Highway on Saturday, July 24, 2021 at the age of 35. Devoted father of Shane Patrick Lewis, Jr., Derrick Cavalier, and Lloyonne Allen. Beloved son of Anna F. Lewis and the late Allen Lewis. Grandson of the late Gaston and Carrie Lewis,...

GREGORIEON'TA CAROLINE NOLAN

GREGORIEON'TA CAROLINE NOLAN

Jul 22, 2021

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Gregorieon’ta Nolan departed this life at Ochsner Medical Center Main Campus on Thursday, July 22, 2021 at the age of 23. She was a native of Gretna, LA and resident of Marrero, LA. Gregorieon’ta was a graduate of John Ehret High School. Loving daughter of Nicole Watts and the late Gregory Nolan. Beloved granddaughter of...

ANTOINE CLEVELAND JOHNSON

ANTOINE CLEVELAND JOHNSON

Jul 20, 2021

Antoine Cleveland “Noochii B” Johnson departed this life Tuesday, July 20, 2021 at the age of 26. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Atlanta, GA. Antoine attended L. B. Landry High School and received his GED through Adult Education. Noochii B, as he was known, was a rap artist with FMT and owner of...

LORENZO R. HOUSTON

LORENZO R. HOUSTON

Jul 19, 2021

Lorenzo R. Houston entered into eternal rest at his residence on Monday, July 19, 2021, at the age of 43. He was a native d New Orleans, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Lorenzo was employed as a cook. Beloved son of Ernestine Houston, also survived by a host of brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and friends....

JOSEPH WILLIAMS, JR.

JOSEPH WILLIAMS, JR.

Jul 19, 2021

Joseph Williams, Jr., a retied detective with the Jefferson Parish Sheriff Office, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Monday, July 19, 2021 at the age of 90. He was a native and resident of Marrero, LA. Joe, as he was known to family and friends, was a veteran of the United States Army. He was a member of Odd Fellows...