Obituaries

JOSEPH RAYMOND STEIB, SR.

JOSEPH RAYMOND STEIB, SR.

Jan 31, 2026

Joseph Raymond Steib, Sr., age 79, transitioned peacefully into eternal rest at his residence on Saturday, January 31, 2026. He was a native of Vacherie, LA and a resident of Avondale, LA. Joseph served his country as a proud member of the United States Army. He retired from Avondale Shipyard after many years of dedicated service as a supervisor. Beloved...

GARY DANIEL GROS, JR.

GARY DANIEL GROS, JR.

Jan 30, 2026

Gary Daniel Gros, Jr. departed this life at his residence on Friday, January 30, 2026, at the age of 39. He was a native of Westwego, LA and a resident of Waggaman, LA. Gary attended Delgado Community College and was the owner/mechanic of H2K Customs, a body and paint shop. He was a formerly employed as a store manager of...

DEMETRA CHARLES

DEMETRA CHARLES

Jan 27, 2026

Demetra Charles entered into eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at the age of 59. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Demetra was a 1984 graduate of L. B. Landry High School. She was formerly employed as a Uber Driver. Wife of Marshall Tollette. Loving mother of Damond Charles, Terralynn...

RICHARD EARL WILLIAMS

RICHARD EARL WILLIAMS

Jan 22, 2026

Richard Earl Williams transitioned peacefully into eternal rest on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at the age or 62. He was a native of New Orleans, LA, a former resident of Utica, MS and presently residing in Marrero, LA. Richard Earl attend Utica Consolidated High, where he was a standout basketball player. His passion for the game continued into his forties,...

DON M. ANDREW, SR.

DON M. ANDREW, SR.

Jan 24, 2026

Don M. Andrew, Sr. entered peacefully into eternal rest on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at the age of 74. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Don was educated in the Orleans Parish School System, and he served his country in the United States Marine Corp. He was employed as a taxicab driver. Husband of Cynthia J....

MURPHY CLARK JR

MURPHY CLARK JR

Jan 15, 2026

Murphy Clark, Jr., age 62, left this earthly world at his residence on Thursday, January 15, 2026. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Murphy was a graduate of L. B. Landry High School. He was formerly employed as a diesel mechanic and a construction contractor with various companies. His recent employment was...

MALAIKA REGINA WILLIAMS

MALAIKA REGINA WILLIAMS

Jan 14, 2026

Malaika Regina Williams passed away on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at the age of 45. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. She was a graduate of Xavier University Preparatory High School and continued her academic pursuits at Louisiana State University. Malaika earned her Bachelor’s degree in History from the University of New...

SYLVIA ELLIS SIMMONS

SYLVIA ELLIS SIMMONS

Jan 19, 2026

Sylvia Ellis Simmons, age 74, entered into eternal rest at West Jefferson Medical Center on Monday, January 19, 2026. She was a native and resident of Marrero, LA. Sylvia was a 1969 graduate of Lincoln High School, and she attended Southern University at New Orleans for 2 years. She was a retired employee of the State of Louisiana. Sylvia was...

ARIC  GABRIEL ADAMS

ARIC GABRIEL ADAMS

Jan 17, 2026

Aric Gabriel Adams departed this earthly life on Thursday, January 15, 2026, at the age of 50. He was a native and lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA. Beloved son of Arlene James Harrison and Lawrence Adams, Jr. Stepson of Frankie Adams. Loving stepbrother of Chaz Adams. Devoted grandson of Pearlia Richard, Saul James, and the late Lawrence Adams, Sr....

OLIN DEREK GRANT, SR.

OLIN DEREK GRANT, SR.

Jan 16, 2026

Olin Derek Grant, Sr., age 59, transitioned into eternal rest on Friday, January 16, 2026, at Ochsner Medical Center Main Campus. He was native of Gretna, LA (McDonoghville Community) and a resident of Avondale, LA. Olin was a former employee of Silocaf USA LLC. He was a faithful member of St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church. Loving father of Olin Derek...

ALVIN PETER GARABOLD, JR.

ALVIN PETER GARABOLD, JR.

Jan 20, 2026

Alvin Peter Garabold, Jr. passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at the age of 48. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Bridge City, LA. Alvin was a graduate of Jackson State University, where he earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in science. He later earned a specialist certification in educational leadership from Capella...

REGINALD JESUS MCGINNIS

REGINALD JESUS MCGINNIS

Dec 31, 2025

Reginald Jesus McGinnis entered eternal rest at University Medical Center on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at the age of 31. He was a native and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Relatives and friends of the family also pastors, officers, and members of Cornerstone Christian Center and neighboring churches are invited to attend the Celebration of Life at Cornerstone Christian...

EARLEAN WEBB

EARLEAN WEBB

Jan 14, 2026

Earlean Webb, age 76, entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence Wednesday, January 14, 2026. She was a native of Liberty, MS and a resident of Harvey, LA. Earlean earned certification as a teacher’s assistant, while in the Job Corps in Moses Lake Washington. She was employed in the hospitality industry at the Clarion Hotel Radisson, Marriott Hotel and...

RHENDA FLOYCE GOINS

RHENDA FLOYCE GOINS

Jan 13, 2026

Rhenda Floyce “Lil Baby” Goins fell asleep in the arms of her Savior on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, surrounded by her loving family at the age of 70. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Rhenda was a 1974 graduate of L. B. Landry High School. Rhenda was a proud and devoted military...

DARRYL WAYNE BOYER

DARRYL WAYNE BOYER

Jan 13, 2026

Darryl Wayne Boyer entered into eternal rest at Passages Hospice on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at the age of 70. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Darryl was educated in the Jefferson Parish School System and was a former employee with Alfortish and Intercostal Pipeline. Beloved son of the late Leonard Boyer,...

MARIUS AMBROSE

MARIUS AMBROSE

Dec 26, 2025

Marius Ambrose departed this life at his residence on Friday, December 26, 2025, at the age of 59. He was a native of St. Lucia, and a resident of Harvey, LA. Marius was a graduate of La Ressource, Vieux Fort, St. Lucia. “Dick”, Uncle Dicka, and “Sauce Powl”, as he was affectionately known by family and friends, was employed with...

ERNEST HOUSTON

ERNEST HOUSTON

Jan 4, 2026

Ernest Lee Houston entered eternal rest at his residence on Sunday January 4, 2026, at the age of 62 surrounded by family and friends. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Ernest attended West Jefferson High School. Beloved husband of Cheryl Houston. Bonus father of Shavonne Havies and Johnisha Havies. Son of the...

MURRAY  JOHN VARMALL

MURRAY JOHN VARMALL

Jan 7, 2026

Murray John Varmall entered eternal rest at Ochsner Medical Center Main Campus on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at the age of 70. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Shrewsbury, LA. Murray was employed as a laborer, and a former employee of D&S Janitorial Service. Beloved father of the late Murray Majola. Devoted grandfather of...

BARBARA JEAN DAVIS

BARBARA JEAN DAVIS

Dec 30, 2025

Barbara Jean Trinity Davis, age 86, was called home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at West Henderson Hospital in Henderson, NV. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Barbara was a proud 1957 graduate of Booker T. Washington High School. Her musical talents earned her honors and a...

PATRICK DIONE BOWMAN, SR.

PATRICK DIONE BOWMAN, SR.

Jan 5, 2026

Patrick Dione Bowman, Sr., affectionately known as “Prince Pat”, entered into eternal rest at University Medical Center on Monday, January 5, 2026, at the age of 45. He was a native of Marrero, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Patrick was a graduate of John Ehret High School and Blue Cliff College, where he earn a Massage Therapy...