Obituaries
RAYMOND CHARLES ALLEN, JR.
Apr 11, 2024
Raymond Charles Allen, Jr. departed this life at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at the age 48. He was a native of Marrero, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Raymond was employed with FMT Shipyard and Repair as a machinist. Beloved husband of Adrian Green Allen. Loving father of Raymond, Damond, Darius, Daquel, and Rayel...
BIANCO MARIE YOUNG
Apr 8, 2024
Bianco Marie Young entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Monday, April 8, 2024, at the age of 55. She was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Bianco was a graduate of L. B. Landry High School. She was an entrepreneur. Devoted mother of Mikequil K. Young, Monchel K. Young, and DeMichael K. Young; adopted mother...
IDELL BRIGNAC
Apr 10, 2024
Idell Hill Brignac, age 79, transitioned peacefully on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at West Jefferson Medical Center. She was a native of St. Joseph, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Idell was formerly employed as a Hospitality Worker and Head Start Cook. Beloved wife of Stafford Brignac. Devoted mother of Brittany Brignac (Renard Trufant), Frank Cypress (Yolanda Harris), and...
SHIRLEY MAE JONES
Apr 10, 2024
Shirley Mae Jones entered eternal rest on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at the age of 77. She was a native of White Castle, LA, and a resident of Avondale, LA. Shirley was a graduate of the Ibberville Parish School District and certified in Early Childhood Education. She was a Daycare Owner and director for over 30 years. Beloved wife of...
WILLIE OSBORNE FRAZIER
Apr 9, 2024
Willie O. Frazier entered into eternal rest at his residence on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at the age of 58. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Beloved husband of Tammie Frazier. Loving father of Willie Armstrong and Felicia Levasseur. Grandfather of Tyreial, Asia, Ulysses, IV, Alyssa, Willie, Jr. and Wynter. Great grandfather...
RIGEL RUDD RODNEY
Apr 9, 2024
Rigel Rudd Rodney entered eternal rest on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at the age of 43. He was a native of Trinidad and Tobago and a resident of Harvey, LA. Rigel was employed as a pipefitter 1. Loving father of Kaylah and Kiara Rodney. Beloved son of Roland Rodney and Rose Baker. Brother of Rondell, Ronald, Richie, and Rhonda Rodney,...
RODNEY EUGENE BURNS
Apr 7, 2024
Rodney Eugene Burns departed this life at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank on Sunday, April 7, 2024, at the age of 59. He was a native of New Orleans, and a resident of Marrero, LA. Rodney was educated in the Jefferson Parish and Orleans Parish School System. “Lil Shorty”, as he was affectionately known by family and friends enjoyed cooking, dancing,...
SYLVIA ANTOINETTE RILEY
Apr 7, 2024
Sylvia Antoinette Riley, a homemaker, entered peacefully into eternal rest at her residence on Sunday, April 7, 2024, at the age of 64. She was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Devoted mother of Chiquita Riley, Kendell Riley, Sherika Riley, and Sheitera Riley. Beloved daughter of Alvin Riley, Sr. and Sarah Riley. Granddaughter of...
EVONNIE DIVINITY ODOMS
Apr 6, 2024
Evonnie Divinity Odoms, age 69, entered peacefully into eternal rest at East Jefferson General Hospital on Saturday, April 6, 2024. She was a native of Hazelhurst, MS and a resident of Harvey, LA. Evonnie was a graduate of L. W. Higgins High School and briefly studied accounting at Xavier University. She discovered her passion and purpose was helping people and...
PRESS SHORTER, III
Apr 4, 2024
Press Shorter, III departed this life at Rapides Regional Medical Center on Thursday April 4, 2024, at the age of 32. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Press was a self-employed mechanic. Loving father of Mila Shorter and Brooklyn Singleton. Beloved son of Ella Shorter and the late Press Shorter, Jr. Grandson...
EVAN KISHON LEE
Apr 3, 2024
Evan “Wiggles” Ki’shon Lee departed this world on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at the tender age of 21. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Evan bright smile and kindhearted nature left an indelible mark on those who were fortunate to have crossed paths with him. He approached every challenge with courage and determination. As a result,...
JOYCELYN BUTLER OWENS
Apr 1, 2024
Joycelyn Butler Owens entered eternal rest on Monday, April 1, 2024, at the age of 88 surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was a native of Modeste, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Joycelyn was a retired nurse with Charity Hospital. She was a faithful member of New Zion Baptist Church, and she served on the Women’s...
LEON HARRISON, SR.
Mar 30, 2024
Leon Harrison, Sr. transitioned from this life at St. Joseph Hospice on Saturday, March 30, 2024, at the age of 64. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Leon was a graduate of O. Perry Walker High School Class of 1978. He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps where he served as a Military...
RODERICK LAMONT MACK
Mar 30, 2024
Roderick Lamont Mack, age 57, transitioned peacefully at his residence on Saturday, March 30, 2024. He was a native of Bridgeton, NJ and resident of his beloved New Orleans, LA during the last 14 years. “Lamont”, as he is affectionately known to family and friends, was a lifelong carpenter who was loved by many. Lamont brought joy to so many...
JERROLD CLARK, SR.
Mar 29, 2024
Jerrold Clark, Sr passed away on Friday, March 29, 2024, at the age of 76. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Jerrold was a graduate of George Washington Carver Senior High School. He served 38 years in the US military (Navy & Army National Guard), 10 years for the State of Louisiana, and as an auto...
AARON WARREN, JR.
Mar 29, 2024
Aaron Warren, Jr., departed this life at West Jefferson Medical Center on Friday, March 29, 2024, at the age of 45. He was a native of New Orleans, and a resident of Harvey, LA. Aaron was a graduate of the Jefferson Parish School System, and he was formerly employed as a cook. Beloved son of Aaron Warren, Sr. and Karen...
JEROME BRUCE BLACKMON, II
Mar 28, 2024
Jerome Bruce Blackmon, II, a cook, departed this life on Thursday, March 28, 2024, at the age of 31. He was a native of Marrero, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Loving father of Jaidalynn Nicolle Phillips and Jayvin Roy Blackmon. Beloved son of Jerome Blackmon and Anquanetta Harris. Stepson of Dexter Harris, Sr. Grandson of Larry L. Blackmon,...
DARRELL BROWN JOHNSON
Mar 26, 2024
Darrell Brown Johnson entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at the age of 61. He was a native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Darrell was educated in the Orleans Parish Public School System, and he was formerly employed as a laborer. Loving son of the late Willie Brown and Nilly Johnson. Grandson of the late Leola...
MICHAEL PAUL DEVEZIN, SR.
Mar 26, 2024
Michael Paul Devezin, Sr. transitioned to his heavenly home on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at the age of 34. He was a native of New Orleans, LA. Loving father of Makayla Stalker, Michael Devezin, Jr., and the late Makiyah Devezin. Beloved son of Carla Devezin and the late Michael Cyres. Stepson of Alvin Alveris. Grandson of the late Adrian and...
FRANK BENJAMIN WILLIAMS
Mar 24, 2024
Frank Benjamin Williams entered into eternal rest on Sunday, March 24, 2024, at the age of 87. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Frank was a retired deckhand with the Merchant Marines. Son of the late Frank Williams and Mary Selina Casby Williams. Grandson of the late William Casby, Sr. and Mary...
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