Obituaries

GEORGIANA GAINES

GEORGIANA GAINES

Mar 23, 2026

Georgiana Gaines entered into eternal rest on Monday, March 23, 2026, at the age of 85. She was a native of St. Martinville, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Georgiana was a proud graduate of Carver High School Class of 1957. She was employed as a dedicated Nursing Assistant, serving her community with compassion for over 30 years...

VERA MAE MARSHALL

VERA MAE MARSHALL

Mar 31, 2026

Vera Mae Wheeler Marshall, age 80, peacefully answered the call to be with the Lord in her heavenly home on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at Ochsner Medical Center Main Campus. She was a native of Gretna, LA (McDonoghville Community), a former resident of Westwego, LA and presently residing in Chalmette, LA. Vera Mae was employed as a Dietary Supervisor with...

BERNARD JOSEPH CARMOUCHE, JR.

BERNARD JOSEPH CARMOUCHE, JR.

Mar 23, 2026

Bernard Joseph Carmouche Jr. transitioned on Monday, March 23, 2026, at the age of 59. He was a proud native and resident of Uptown New Orleans, LA. Bernard was a graduate of Walter L. Cohen High School, Class of 1985. “Chef B”, as he was affectionately known by family and friends, carried the soul of his city into every kitchen...

RONALD JAMES ROYAL, SR.

RONALD JAMES ROYAL, SR.

Mar 24, 2026

Ronald James Royal, Sr. entered eternal life at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at the age of 74. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Ronald was a graduate of West Jefferson High School, and he was a retired forklift driver with Avondale Shipyard. Beloved husband of Victoria Royal....

EVERLINER J. JOHNSON

EVERLINER J. JOHNSON

Mar 25, 2026

Everliner J. Johnson, age 83, peacefully entered into eternal rest at her residence on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. She was a native of Rayville, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Everliner was a graduate of Rayville High School and Delgado Community College. She was a retired seamstress with the Alteration Center. She was a faithful member of Shiloh Missionary...

DONALD MURPHY, SR.

DONALD MURPHY, SR.

Mar 20, 2026

Donald Murphy, Sr., entered eternal rest on Monday, March 30, 2026, at the age of 81. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and resident of Marrero, LA. Donald was a retired crane operator. Beloved husband of the late Aloma Murphy. Devoted father of Herion Murphy, Lee Murphy, Criss Murphy, Donald Murphy, and Lillie Murphy. Son of the late...

FREDRICA KIERA THOMPSON

FREDRICA KIERA THOMPSON

Mar 22, 2026

Fredrica K. Thompson, affectionately known as “Drica”, unexpectedly departed this life in an automobile accident on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at the age of 35. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Kenner, LA. Fredrica was a proud 2008 graduate of John Ehret High School, where she was a dedicated member of the basketball team....

ALVIN ANTON CALVIN

ALVIN ANTON CALVIN

Mar 22, 2026

Alvin Anton Calvin entered eternal rest at his residence on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at the age of 75. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Alvin lived a life full of love, dedication, and service. He was a Head Manager of Maintenance with the Audubon Institute Aquarium and Insectarium, where he left...

DORIS PHOENIX

DORIS PHOENIX

Mar 25, 2026

Doris “Tinny B” Phoenix passed away on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at the age of 85. She was a lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA. Doris was a graduate of L. B. Landry High School Class of 1959, and she continued her studies at St. Mary’s Dominican College, and Southern University at New Orleans. Doris retired in 2002 as a...

DAVID WALKER, JR.

DAVID WALKER, JR.

Mar 5, 2026

David Walker, Jr., age 90, entered peacefully into eternal rest at his residence on Thursday, March 5, 2026. He was a native and resident of Gretna, LA He was a retired Delivery Driver for Carlo Ditta Concrete and Technical Engineering Consultants, Inc. Devoted father of Yolanda W. (Joseph) Ledet, David C. Walker, and Steven M. Walker. Loving grandfather of Iuyana...

FRANCILL HOWARD

FRANCILL HOWARD

Mar 18, 2026

Francill Howard entered peacefully into eternal rest at Carpenter House of St. Joseph on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at the age of 71. She was native of Paris, TN and a resident of Harvey, LA. Francill was a formerly employed as a Personnel Manager with Walmart. She is survived by a host of loving relatives and friends. Relatives and friends...

LATRICE MICHELLE MCGINNIS TULENSA

LATRICE MICHELLE MCGINNIS TULENSA

Mar 20, 2026

Latrice Michelle McGinnis Tulensa, an educator, departed this life at the age of 56, on Friday, March 20, 2026, at West Jefferson Medical Center. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Latrice was a 1988 graduate of L. B. Landry High School and later received her Bachelor Degree from the Liberty University. She...

REV. BILLY EARL MICKEL

REV. BILLY EARL MICKEL

Mar 14, 2026

Rev. Billy Earl Mickel, age 75, peacefully departed this life on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Touro Hospital. He was a native of Hazelhurst, MS, a former resident of Marrero, LA and presently residing in New Orleans, LA. At the age of 22 he was called to preach the Gospel, while serving at Isreal Baptist Church on Harvey, LA. Rev....

CAROL GILMORE CLARK

CAROL GILMORE CLARK

Mar 13, 2026

Carol “Carrie Ann” Louise Gilmore Clark, a homemaker, entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Friday, March 13, 2026, at the age of 72. She was a native of Marrero, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Carol was a 1972 graduate of L. W. Higgins High School. She was formerly employed as a substitute teacher and nurse’s...

CLAUDETTE BARBARA ANTOINE

CLAUDETTE BARBARA ANTOINE

Mar 23, 2026

Claudette Barbara Antoine, age 83, entered into eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Monday, March 23, 2026. She was a native of Madisonville, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Claudette was a retired Nursing Assistant. Beloved wife of Jesse C. Antoine. Devoted mother of Carl J. (Tara) Antoine, Lynn M. (Jasper) Williams, Brian J. (Nancy) Antoine,...

RICKIE THOMAS, SR

RICKIE THOMAS, SR

Mar 19, 2026

Rickie Thomas, Sr., entered eternal rest at Ochsner Medical Center Jefferson Highway on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at the age of 70. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA. Rickie was carpenter with Thomas Home Repair and Remodeling. Beloved husband of Rose E. Thomas. Loving father of Rickie Thomas, Jr. Son of the...

EVELYN ELVERA JORDAN

EVELYN ELVERA JORDAN

Mar 16, 2026

Evelyn Elvera Jordan peacefully entered eternal rest at her residence on Monday, March 16, 2026, at the age of 89. She was a native of Houma, LA and resident of Marrero, LA. “Wilma”, as she was affectionately known to her family and “Vera” to her friends was a loving wife and devoted mother who created a home filled with warmth,...

JANICE A BIENAIME

JANICE A BIENAIME

Mar 12, 2026

Janice Anita Bienaime, age 78, was called home to be with the Lord on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at the residence. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Janice was a proud graduate of Joseph S. Clark High School and a retired secretary of Charity Hospital. She was known for her strong faith,...

LIZZIE JAMES FLEMING

LIZZIE JAMES FLEMING

Mar 15, 2026

Lizzie James Fleming entered eternal rest at Ochsner Medical Center Jefferson Highway on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the age of 86. She was a native of Tylertown, MS and a resident of Avondale, LA. Lizzie was a retired certified nurse assistant and teacher helper. Beloved wife of the late Lieutenant Fleming. Devoted mother of Randall (Deborah), Jerry (Carla), June, Robert,...

DERRICE G. WILSON, JR.

DERRICE G. WILSON, JR.

Mar 3, 2026

Derrice G. Wilson Jr. entered into eternal rest at this residence on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at the age of 55 surrounded by his loving family. He was a native and lifelong resident of Marrero, LA. Derrice was a proud graduate of John Ehret High School, and he was formerly employed with Environmental Services at Maison De La Luz. He...