November 2006 Obituaries Orleans Parish Louisiana Submitted by N.O.V.A. (New Orleans Volunteer Association) December 2006 ************************************************* Submitted to the LAGenWeb Archives ************************************************ Copyright. All rights reserved. http://www.usgwarchives.net/copyright.htm http:/www.usgwarchives.net/la/lafiles.htm ************************************************ 000001 Aaron - Oliver Perry (Prop) Aaron, Sr., Born On December 1, 1926 In Opelousas, La, Died Friday, November 10, 2006 In Jefferson, Louisiana. Age 79. A Veteran Of Our Armed Services And An Electrical Engineering Graduate Of Southern University In Baton Rouge. Trustee To The Prince Hall Grand Lodge And Imperial Marshal For 30 Years To The Shriners. The 1st African American To Be Chairman Of The Board Of Electrical Examination Of New Orleans, Son Of The Late John And Birdie Aaron. Husband Of Ruby Cook And The Late Dee Etta Bell. Father Of Ronald L., Sherida M., Bruce M., Oliver P. Jr. And C'artis V. Aaron Dupre' And Wendy, Paul And Jerome Brown. Relatives And Friends Of The Family; Also Pastor, Officers And Members Of New Zion Baptist Church As Well As Neighboring Churches; Masons, Shriners, Platta Temple 15 A.E.A.O.N.M.S., Eureka Consistory No. 7, Veronica No. 8 And Berry Lodge No. 2 Are Invited To Attend Funeral Services At 11:00 A.M. On Saturday, November 18, 2006 At New Zion Baptist Church, 2319 Third Street, New Orleans, La. Visitation 8:00 - 11:00 A.M. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Members Of The Prince Hall Family Are Asked To Assemble At 9:00 A.M. At New Zion Baptist Church. Arrangements By D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, Gretna, La. Times Picayune 11- 17-2006 **************************************** 000002 Abadie - Elaine Rose P. Abadie, Age 64, Of Texarkana, Arkansas, Died Sunday, November 19, 2006 In A Local Hospital. Mrs. Abadie Was Born December 5, 1941 In New Orleans, Louisiana And Had Lived In Texarkana Since 1988 Moving From Slidell, Louisiana. She Was A Waitress And A Homemaker. She Was Preceded In Death By Her Sister, Selma Belsom. She Is Survived By Her Husband: Clement Abadie Of Texarkana, Arkansas; Two Sons: Craig Olinde Of Gulf Port Mississippi; James Olinde Of Picayune Mississippi; One Daughter: Tracy Yeager Of Kenner, Louisiana; One Sister Mary Lombardino Of Baton Rouge, Louisiana; One Brother: Gary Ponthieux Of Long Beach, Mississippi; Four Grandchildren; One Great Grandson And A Number Of Other Relatives. Arrangements Are Under The Direction Of Texarkana Funeral Home, Texas. Times Picayune 11-21-2006 **************************************** 000003 Adam - Jodi Mae Ronquille Adam On Saturday, November 25, 2006. Beloved Wife Of Ambrose Adam, Jr. Mother Of Jordon And Jared Adam. Daughter Of Delta Fabre Ronquille And Erdie Ronquille, Sr. Sister Of Marla Smith, Wendy Adkins, Erdie Ronquille, Jr. And Remey Ronquille. Granddaughter Of The Late Mabel Basse Fabre, Randolph Fabre, Sara Adam Ronquille And Paul Ronquille. Age 40 Years. A Lifelong Resident Of Lafitte La. Relatives And Friends Of The Family, Also Walmart Associates And Members Of Latter Day Saints Are Invited To Attend The Religious Services In The Chapel Of Mothe Funeral Home, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, La On Thursday, November 30, 2006 At 11am. Interment In St. Pius Cemetery, Crown Point, La. Visitation At The Funeral Home On Wednesday, November 29, 2006 From 6pm Until 12 Midnight And On Thursday From 8am Until Funeral Time. Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000004 Adamson - Caleb James Adamson Died At His Residence November 23, 2006. Age Six Months, Born In New Orleans, La. And A Resident Of Kenner, La. Survivors Include His Father Jeremy Gaubert, New Orleans, La., Mother Amanda Adamson, Metairie, La., Sister Hailey Marie Adamson, Maternal Grandparents Rhonda And Bruce Adamson, Paternal Grandparents Alvin And Christina Gaubert, Uncle Carey Adamson, Godparents Ashley Mazzella And Isaac Morales, Paternal Great-Grandparents Doris And Bernie Mayeux, Maternal Great-Grandmother Nancy Arena And Numerous Aunts, Uncles And Cousins. Preceded In Death By Great-Grandfather Alvin J. Gaubert And Great-Grandparents Nick And Mimi Mazzone. Visitation Monday, November 27, 2006 At 11:30 A.M. At St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, Destrehan, La. Followed With Prayer Service At 1:00 P.M. Burial In The Church Cemetery. Alexander Funeral Home In Charge Of Arrangements. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000005 Adatto - Carl Perahya Adatto, M.D. Died At His Residence On Wednesday, November 22, 2006 . Beloved Husband Of Adele Levy Adatto, Father Of Dr. Kenneth N. Adatto (Be-Be) Of New Orleans, La, Carol Adatto Nelson (Eric) Of Houston, Tx, Phyllis Adatto Smith (Tim) Of Houston, Tx, Brother Of Jennie A. Tarabulus Of Seattle, Wa, Leah A. Kayem Of Houston, Tx, And The Late Emma A. Schlesinger, Albert Adatto, And Ro A. Arkley. Brother-In-Law Of Lil Adatto Of Seattle, Wa . Grandfather Of Aimee A. Freeman (West) Of New Orleans, La, Bradford Adatto (Micha) Of Dallas, Tx, Katherine A. Velie (Brian) Of Savannah, Ga, Justin Nelson Of Seattle, Wa, David Metnick Of Chicago, Il, Drew Nelson (Piper) Of Washington, D.C., Jason Metnick (Merrily) Of Washington, D.C., Robert Metnick Of Portland, Or, Kristen Barker (Matthew) Of Houston, Tx, Russell Smith (Nancy) Of Houston, Tx. Great Grandfather Of Alexandra, Andrew, Ella And Scott Freeman, Ellis Adatto, Kelsey And Rachel Barker, Wesley And Ellis Smith. Dr. Adatto Was A Graduate Of Rush Medical College Of The University Of Chicago . He Was An Emeritus Professor Of Psychiatry At The Lsu School Of Medicine Where He Served On The Admissions Committee. Three Professorships In Psychiatry Have Been Named In His Honor At The Medical School. Dr. Adatto Was Chairman Of The New Orleans Psychoanalytic Institute And President Of The New Orleans Psychoanalytic Society. He Was An Lcdr In The Us Navy During World War Ii While Serving In The Pacific Theater. Private Graveside Services Took Place At Hebrew Rest Mausoleum On Wednesday Afternoon November 29, 2006 At 2:00 P.M. With Rabbi Andrew Bush Of Touro Synagogue Officiating. A Memorial Service For Friends And Associates Will Take Place At The New Orleans Museum Of Art On Sunday, January 14, 2007 At 12:00 Noon. In Lieu Of Flowers, Please Send Memorials To Lsu Medical Alumni Association, 533 Bolivar Street, New Orleans, La 70112 Or The New Orleans Museum Of Art, One Collins Diboll Circle, New Orleans, La 70124-4605. Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp Funeral Home, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, La In Charge Of Arrangements. For Information, Please Call 835-2341. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000006 Agoff - Ernest 'Bozie' Joseph Agoff, Jr. Passed Away On Sunday, October 29, 2006.Beloved Husband Of Lisa Guidry Agoff. Father Of Brandi Agoff, Brandon Agoff And Haley Agoff. Son Of Ernest 'Bozo' J. Agoff, Sr. And The Late Sandra Belsome Agoff. Brother Of Elizabeth Caro, Brother-In-Law Of Chad Caro And Uncle Of Emily Caro. Grandson Of Irene Belsome And The Late James Belsome, Sr., Arthur Agoff And Lucy Agoff. Nephew Of Barbara Cantrelle, Kathleen And Butch Adams, James Belsome, Jr. And The Late Barry 'Frog' Agoff. Also Survived By Many Other Loving Relatives And Friends. The Family Would Like To Express Their Appreciation To Trinity Construction, Todd And Denise Dantin And Leslie Pennino For Their Assistance During This Time. Relatives, Friends Of The Family And Employees Of Trinity Construction Are Invited To Attend The Funeral Mass From Westside/ Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, La On Thursday, November 2, 2006 At 12:00 Pm. Interment Will Be Private. Visitation On Thursday From 9:00 Am Until Funeral Time. In Lieu Of Flowers, Donations To The Family Would Be Appreciated.For Information, Call 341-9421. Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000007 Aguado - Maria Virginia Aguado Passed Away On Saturday, November 25, 2006 At The Age Of 51. Beloved Wife Of Al Turcios, Daughter Of Miguel Aguado And The Late Virginia Lopez Aguado, Mother Of Robert Cook, Thomas Cook, Joseph V. Aguado And The Late Christopher M. Cook, Sister Of Michael Aguado, And Vivian A. Miller, Aunt Of Ryan Plucienski And Michael D. Aguado. Ms. Aguado Was A Native Of Havana, Cuba And A Lifelong Resident Of The New Orleans Area And A Parishioner Of Visitation Of Our Lady Catholic Church In Marrero, La. Relatives And Friends Are Invited To Attend The Funeral Mass To Be Celebrated In The Chapel Of The Temporary Location Of Jacob Schoen And Son Funeral Home (Lamana-Panno-Fallo), 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd. At Bonnabel Blvd., Metairie, La On Wednesday, November 29, 2996 At 9:00 A.M. Visitation Will Be At The Funeral Home On Tuesday, November 28, 2006 Between The Hours Of 6:00 P.M. And 9:00 P.M. And Again On Wednesday After 8:00 A.M. Until 9:00 A.M. Interment Will Follow The Mass In St. Patrick #1 Cemetery. In Lieu Of Flowers, Donations To The American Cancer Society, 2200 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Suite 214, Kenner, La 70062, Preferred. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000008 Akers - John Norwood Akers, A Well Known Louisiana Wildlife Artist Passed Away On Tuesday, November 14, 2006 At Lakeview Regional Medical Center At The Age Of 62. John Was A Native Of St. Louis, Mo. And A Resident Of Abita Springs, La. Beloved Brother Of William D. Akers And Pamela Leech. Son Of The Late Virginia L. Perkins Akers And William G. Akers. A Private Family Memorial Will Be Held And A Public Memorial Will Be Held At A Later Date To Be Announced. No Flowers Please, Make Donations In John's Name To The Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundation, (504) 836-2215. Bagnell & Son Funeral Home Of Covington, La. In Charge Of Arrangements. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000009 Albert - Wilford Albert, Sr. Entered Into Eternal Rest On Monday, November 6, 2006. He Leaves To Cherish His Most Precious Memories 3 Sons Wilford Albert, Jr., Cornell Manuel, And Tehran Dunn; 3 Daughters Tieya Delaney, Nicole (Terrance) Albert Jones, And Domonique Albert; Eight Sisters Lorraine (Jerry) White, Shirley Goins, Dolores Mathews, Mary Albert, Beverly (Donald) Higgins, Florence Williams, Carolyn Morgan, And Dale (Charles) Haywood; 5 Grandchildren; A Host Of Nieces, Nephews, Other Relatives And Friends. He Joins In Glory His Parents Freddie And Marylean Albert, Sr.; 1 Brother Freddie Albert, Jr., 1 Sister Carol Albert; Grandparents; And 2 Grandchildren. A Celebration Of Life Will Be Held At 10:00am On Saturday, November 11, 2006 At Zion Church Of God In Christ, 2118 D'abadie Street, New Orleans, La. Visitation Will Begin At 9:00 Am Until Time Of Services. Interment Will Follow At Restlawn Cemetery. Services Entrusted To: Professional Funeral Services, Inc. 'Divine Services For A Divine People' 1620 Elysian Fields Avenue New Orleans, La. 70117 Info: (504) 948-7447 Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000010 Aldana - Maria Olimpia Aldana 'Pimpita' Passed Away On Monday, November 27, 2006 At The Age Of 104. She Was The Loving Inspiration For Her Husband & Guatemalan Composer, Luis Aldana A. She Was A Well Of Wisdom For Her Children, Alicia A. Velasquez (Wife Of The Late Mario Velasquez), Martha A. Rojas (Wife Of Armando L. Rojas), Armando Aldana (Husband Of Maria Ercilia Aldana); And Her 11 Grandchildren, 22 Great Grandchildren And Her One Great Great Granchild. She Was Preceded In Death By Her Parents, Isaac Jimenez And Carmen Saravia Jimenez. She Was A Native Of El Salvador And A Resident Of Kenner, La For The Past 30 Years. Relatives And Friends Are Invited To Attend A Visitation To Be Held At Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., Nola On Thursday, November 30, 2006 From 12:00 Pm To 2:00 Pm. A Funeral Mass Will Begin At 2:00 Pm. Burial Will Follow In All Saints Mausoleum. Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000011 Allen - Anna Buerkle Allen, Metairie, La, On Monday, November 6, 2006 At 7:40 A.M. Beloved Wife Of The Late Wilmer Benford Allen. Daughter Of The Late Leo And Johanna Jacob Buerkle. Sister Of The Late Anthony F. Buerkle. Mother Of Gail A. Brassette, Richard J. Allen, Stacy A. Valenti And Kim E. Allen. Mother-In-Law Of Earl Brassette, Jr. And Atty. Frazilia Wiggins-Allen. Grandmother Of Richard Jr And Nicky Valenti, Dawn, Dori And Deon Brassette, Dana B. Doucet And Richard Allen Ii. Great-Grandmother Of Layla Williams, Evan Brassette, Destiny Johnson And Alexis Stewart. Mrs. Allen Was A Para-Professional With The Jefferson Parish School System. She Was Born And Raised In New Orleans, La And A Was A Resident Of Metairie, La Since 1956. Relatives And Friends Of The Family, Also Employees Of Jefferson Parish School Board Are Invited To Attend The Funeral Mass From The Jefferson Home Of Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd. At 43rd St., Metairie, La On Friday, November 10, 2006 At 2:00 P.M. Interment In Metairie, La. Visitation On Thursday, November 9, 2006 From 6:00 P.M. Until 9:00 P.M. And On Friday From 11:00 A.M. Until Funeral Time. Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp In Charge Of Arrangements, (504) 834-2341. Times Picayune 11-8-2006 **************************************** 000012 Aloise - Michael (Mickey) Aloise, Age 78, A Retired U.S. Postal Worker Died June 30, 2006 In Polson, Mt Due To Post Katrina Syndrome. He Was The Son Of The Late Salvatore And Catherine V. Aloise. Michael Is Survived By Two Daughters: Patricia Aloise And Sally A. Schauss; Five Grandchildren, Two Great-Grandchildren, A Sister Catherine A. Norman, One Niece, One Nephew, Three Great-Nephews And One Great-Niece. The Family Greatly Appreciates The Love And Care Given To Mickey By Virgina Aloise Olman. Relatives, Friends, Members Of The Seventh Day Adventist Metairie Church And St. Dominic Rosarian Prayer Group Are Invited To Attend The Memorial Service At Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home Chapel, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (In Metairie Cemetery) On Monday, November 20, 2006 At 12:00 Noon. Inurnment Will Follow In Lake Lawn Park And Mausoleum. Visitation Will Begin At 10:00 Am. To Sign And View The Family Guestbook, Please Visit Www.Lakelawnmetairie.Com. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000013 Amato - Frank Amato, On Sunday, November 12, 2006. Beloved Husband Of The Late Dorothy Marks Amato. Devoted Father Of Michael Charles And Frank Salvador Amato. Grandfather Of Deborah Pfister, Michael Jr., And Mark Amato, Michelle Olinger, Frank Dominic Amato, And The Late Marsha Amato. Great-Grandfather Of Brooke, Stephanie, Matthew, And Scott Olinger, Arielle, Katherine, Kyleigh, And Brennan Amato. Brother Of Michelena Amato Rose And The Late Dora Amato And Anita A. Datri. Son Of The Late Michale Amato And Lena Quartararo Amato. Age 95 Years. He Was A Barber And A Native And Life-Long Resident Of New Orleans, La. Relatives And Friends Of The Family Are Invited To Attend The Funeral. Funeral Services Will Be Celebrated In The Chapel Of Lamana-Panno-Fallo, 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, La, On Wednesday, November 15, 2006 At 1:00 Pm. Interment To Follow In Metairie Cemetery. Visitation Will Be From 10:00 Am Until Service Time. Arrangements By Jacob Schoen And Son Funeral Directors. Guestbook May Be Signed Online At Www.Legacy.Com. Times Picayune 11-14-2006 **************************************** 000014 Ambrose - Rosamae Ruth Troulette Ambrose, An Executive Secretary And Assistant Manager For 63 Years At Murray Henderson Funeral Home, Passed Away On Thursday, November 23, 2006. Beloved Wife Of The Late Wilton J. Ambrose, Jr. Devoted Mother Of Warren L. Ambrose Of Eldorado, Kansas, Linda A. Thomas And The Late Gail A. Ray. Daughter Of The Late Ruth Odile Jefferson And John Troulette. Granddaughter Of The Late Arthur And Frances Jefferson. Mother-In-Law Of Mary Ambrose And Willie Ray. Sister-In-Law Of Inez A. Boyd. Godmother Of Wilfred Bocage And Gregory Vincent. Devoted Friend Of Erma Henderson Gibbs. Also Survived By 8 Grandchildren, 19 Great-Grandchildren, A Host Of Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, Other Relatives And Friends. Mrs. Ambrose As She Was Affectionatley Called Was One Of The Pillars Of The Algiers Community. In Her 63 Years Tenure At Murray Henderson Funeral Home, Mrs. Ambrose Has Helped, Comforted And Served Hundreds Of Families. Relatives And Friends Of The Family; Also Priest And Parishioners Of All Saint Catholic Church, Pastors, Officers And Members Of Mt. Pilgrim Of Harvey, Second Good Hope, Regular And First Free Mission Baptist Churches, Grace United Methodist Church And All Neighboring Churches, Muhammad Mosque #46; Employees Of Murray Henderson Funeral Home, West Jefferson Medical Center, Sportsman Lounge, Donald Julien's Realtor, Housing Authority Of N.O., Choice Copy Services, General Electric Water Infrastructure Of Eldorado, Kansas, Chill's Restaurant; Members Of The Prince Hall Masonic Family, Crescent City Funeral Directors And Embalmers Assn., Girl's Friends, Inc., Small E. Club, Pal Of '65, Veterans Of Foreign War Ladies Auxiliary #2403 And St. Jude Bible Study And Enchanted Ladies & Distinguished Men Are Invited To Attend Wake Services On Wednesday, November 29, 2006 At 7:00 P.M. At First Free Mission Baptist Church, 426 Lamarque Street, Algiers, La. A Mass Of Christian Burial On Thursday, November 30, 2006 At 10:00 A.M. At All Saint Catholic Church, 1441 Teche St., Algiers, La. Interment In Mcdonoghville Cemetery, Gretna, La. Remains Will Lie In State On Wednesday, November 29, 2006 From 12:00 Noon Until 4:00 P.M. At Murray Henderson Funeral Home, 1209 Teche Street, Algiers, La And Again From 4:30 P.M. Until Service Time At First Free Mission B.C., 426 Lamarque St., Algiers, La And Again On Thursday, November 30, 2006 From 8:00 A.M. At All Saint Catholic Church, 1441 Teche Street, Algiers, La. Murray Henderson Funeral Home In Charge Assisted By: Crescent City Funeral Directors And Embalmers Association. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000015 Anastasio - Frank L. Anastasio, Of Slidell, La On Friday, November 17, 2006. Beloved Husband Of Essie Cavanaugh Anastasio. Father Of Frank Anastasio Jr., Philip C. Anastasio, Michael D. Anastasio, And Rebecca A. Cook. Son Of The Late Sam And Marietta Anastasio. Brother Of The Late Sam Anastasio, Joe Anastasio, Nick Anastasio, Santo Anastasio, And Marie Zelenka. Also Survived By 12 Grandchildren: Tonya Castleberry, Kristen Dear, Sara Hebb, Matthew Anastasio, Paul Anastasio, Noelle Anastasio, Bethany Anastasio, Andrew Anastasio, Amy Anastasio, Andrea Mulvogue, Zachary Cook, And Hannah Cook; Nine Great-Grandchildren: Taylor Anastasio, Brandon Dear, Joseph Dear, Reed Anastasio, Conner Anastasio, Luke Anastasio, Karris Anastasio, Nicholas Castleberry, And Amanda Castleberry. He Is Also Survived By Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, And Other Relatives. Age: 89 Years. A Native Of White Castle, Louisiana. He Was A World War Ii Army Veteran, Master Sergeant, Later Promoted To Chief Warrant Officer. He Was A Boy Scout Who Attained The Rank Of Eagle Scout. Mr. Anastasio Was A Food Broker Who Served As A Member And Past President Of The Food Brokers Association Of Louisiana. Relatives And Friends Of The Family Are Invited To Attend The Funeral. Services At Honaker Funeral Home,1751 Gause Blvd. West (In Forest Lawn Cemetery), Slidell, La On Monday, November 20, 2006 At 12:00 Noon. Interment In Garden Of Memories Cemetery In Metairie La. Visitation On Monday From 10:00 P.M. To 12:00 Noon. Arrangements By Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, La. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000016 Anders - Horace (June) Anders, Jr. Entered Into Eternal Rest On Wednesday, October 25, 2006 At West Jefferson Medical Center. Father Of Latron Anders. Grandfather Of Amaria And Latron, Jr. Beloved Son Of Daisy A. Chartion And The Late Horace Anders, Sr. Stepson Of Roy Chartion, Jr. Grandson Of Alma Jordan Of Tylertown, Ms. Brother Of Maryann (Rev. Cornelius Bailey), Janice Jacks, Billy (Maryann Young) Of Tylertown, Ms., Willie (Chekeitha) Anders, Milton Anders, And The Late Don Anders. Former Husband Of Sharon Crayton. Also Survived By 5 Aunts, 2 Uncles, And A Host Of Nieces, Nephews, Other Relatives And Friends. Age 48 Years. A Native Of New Orleans, La. And A Resident Of Marrero, La. Relatives And Friends Of The Family; Also Pastors, Officers, And Members Of Rock Of Ages Missionary B.C. And Neighboring Churches; Employees Of Total Marine Services, Ochsner Medical Foundation And Bridge City Center For Youths Are Invited To Attend The Funeral Service At Rock Of Ages Missionary B.C., 6533 Acre Rd., Marrero, La. On Saturday, November 4, 2006 At 10:00a.M. Rev. Gilbert Barnes, Officiating. Viewing Of Remains Will Be Held On Friday November 3, 2006 From 6:00 P.M. Until 8:00 P.M. At The Above Named Church. Interment: Restlawn Cemetery,Avondale, La. Arrangements By Davis Mortuary Services 230 Monroe St., Gretna, La Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000017 Anderson - J.C. Anderson Departed This Life On Saturday, Nov. 4, 2006. Devoted Husband Of Deloris Allen Anderson. Son Of The Late Rachel Wilson And Johnny Anderson. Loving Father Of Rachell, Munch, Pat, Ester, Linda, Geraldine, Mattie, Jessie Lee, Mattiel, Debra, Dorothy, Doris, Clara Lee, Johnny, J.C.Iii, Lester, Jerome And J.C. Anderson, Jr. He Is Also Survived By 6 Sisters, 5 Brothers, 179 Grandchildren, 83 Great Grandchildren, And A Host Of Nieces, Nephews, Other Relatives And Friends. Relatives And Friends Of The Family Also, Pastors, Officers And Members Of New Hope B.C. And All Neighboring Churches Are Invited To Attend The Funeral Services On Friday, November 10, 2006 At New Hope B.C. 1807 Lasalle St. At 10:00am. Visitation Will Begin At 9:00am. Interment In Providence Park. Majestic Mortuary In Charge Of Arrangements. Times Picayune 11-9- 2006 **************************************** 000018 Andrews - Jack Edward Andrews, Aged 89, Died On Nov. 6, 2006 At Live Oak Village In Hammond, La. He Was A Native Of Gretna ,Resident Of Hammond; World War Ii Veteran Of The Us Navy; And Was Retired From Entergy. Survivors Include His Wife, Shirley Stire Andrews, Hammond; Sister, Mary Andrews, Hammond, And Nieces And Nephews. He Was Preceded In Death By His Sister, Opal Wild. In Lieu Of Flowers, Donations May Be Made To The Alzhiemers Association. Geisler Funeral Home Of Hammond In Charge Of Arrangements. Www.Geislerfunerahome.Net. Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000019 Angelo - Ruth Joylyn Flood Angelo, 73 Years Old Of Robert, Formerly Of St. Bernard Parish Died Saturday, November 18, 2006 At North Oaks Medical Center.She Was Born June 27, 1933 In New Orleans. Daughter Of The Late Harold And Cecilia Wagner Flood. She Was A Member Of The Health And Happiness 2u Senior's Club, St. Bernard. Surviving Are Daughter And Son-In-Law, Joy And Eddie Busch; Son And Daughter-In-Law, Edward And Barbara Angelo; A Brother Elliot Flood; And Life Long Companion Joseph Murray, Jr. She Was Preceded In Death By 3 Brothers, Harold, Arthur, And Huey Flood. Friends Will Be Received Tuesday, November 21, 2006 At Harry Mckneely & Son In Hammond From 8:30 Am Until The 1 Pm Funeral Home Chapel Service, Conducted By The Dominican Fathers. Interment Will Follow.Email Condolences To: Hmckneely@I-55.Com / Subject Line: Angelo. Times Picayune 11-20- 2006 **************************************** 000020 Antoine - Mary L. Antoine Departed Her Life On Friday, November 17, 2006 In New Orleans, La. She Was 54 Years Old. She Was The Daughter Of The Late James And Irene Monroe. She Leaves To Mourn Three Daughters: Ava Bell, Sharla B. Womack And Dalisha A. Mathieu; Nine Grandchildren; One Son-In-Law, Six Brothers; And A Host Of Other Relatives And Friends. Relatives And Friends Of The Family, Pastors, Officers And Members Are Invited To Attend Funeral Services Held At Greater Bright Morning Star, 4257 Dale Street, Nola On Saturday, November 25, 2006 At 10:00 A.M. Visitation Will Begin At 9:00 A.M. Interment Resthaven Cemetery. Arrangements By D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna, La 70053. Times Picayune 11-24- 2006 **************************************** 000021 App - Fay Driscoll App On Wednesday, November 1, 2006. Beloved Wife Of The Late William S. App Sr. Mother Of William S. App Jr, Feronie Marie Schunior, John E. App, Beth A. Perrilloux, Kathleen Helen App, And Richard Joseph App. Sister Of Winnie Tinney, Ruth Lebourgeois, And The Late Edward Driscoll, Phillip Driscoll, Mary Loisel, Zoe Duke, Irene Driscoll, Joe Driscoll, And Tommy Driscoll. Daughter Of The Late John And Feronie Driscoll. Also Survived By 15 Grandchildren And 9 Great Grandchildren. Mrs. App Was A Resident Of Metairie Manor For 18 Years. Age 87 Years. Family And Friends Are Invited To Attend The Funeral Mass At Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Blvd. Metairie, La On Monday, November 6, 2006 At 11:00 Am. Visitation Will Be From 9:00 Am Until 11:00 Am. Interment Will Be In Greenwood Cemetery. Donations May Be Made In The Name Of Fay App To Woldenberg Village, 3701 Behrman Place, New Orleans, La 70114-0908. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000022 Arbon - Angela M. Arbon, Age 59, Passed Away Peacefully In Her Sleep On Friday, November 17, 2006 After A Long Battle With Cancer. Daughter Of Margie Arbon And The Late Raymon Arbon. Sister Of James W. Arbon, Cheryl A. Arbon And Toni Mccoy. Beloved Aunt Of Donielle Topolski And Matt Arbon. Great-Aunt Of Hannah And Griffin Topolski Of California And Tyler Arbon Of Slidell, La. Dearly Loved By Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Friends And Her Many Pets. Retired Employee Of Judge Wallace Lebrun, Judge Jacob Karno And Judy Lebrun Mackles. Avid Genealogist Of The Decorte, The Catalano, The Arbon And Melan Families, Books To Be Published. Heart- Felt Thanks To Serenity Hospice And Their Staff For Their Care And Support. In Lieu Of Flowers, Please Send Donations To Cancer Crusaders, P.O. Box 7911, Metairie, La. 70010-7911, In Her Memory To Aid In Research And Cure For Cancer. Relatives And Friends Of The Family Are Invited To Attend A Memorial Mass In The Chapel Of Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, La On Tuesday, November 21, 2006 At 2:00 P.M. Interment Will Be Private. Visitation Will Begin At 1:00 P.M. On November 21, 2006. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000023 Argus - Thomas E. Argus Passed Away Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2006 At E.J. General Hospital. Was The Husband Of The Late Leah Argus, Father To Kay Lester And Fay West. Grandfather To Rachel And Andrea Lester, And Eric, Marc, And Brian West. Great Grandfather To Megan And Jack West. Was A Member Of Mt. Olive Lutheran Church, And A Wwii Veteran. Visitation Will Be Held At Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, Metairie, La On Monday, Nov. 27, 2006 From 9:00 A.M. To 11:00 A.M., Service At 11:30 A.M. At Mt. Olive Lutheran Church. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000024 Armelin - Lenes John Armelin On November 6, 2006 Entered Into Eternal Rest. Survived By Six Daughters: Delores Norfleet, Betty June Johnson, Maryellen Battley, Helen Robin, Gail Quezerque, Kathleen Willis, 2 Sons Lenes, Jr. And Kirk Armelin; Sisters Agnes Winder And Helen Bradley, Brother Raymond Armelin, 35 Grandchildren, 51 Great-Grandchildren, 10 Great-Great Grandchildren And A Host Of Other Relatives And Friends. Preceded In Death By Parents Edmund And Celina, Wife Helen Armelin, Daughters Carolyn Watson And Debra Armelin, Sons Charles And Glenn Armelin, Donald Daniel, Brother Isaac Charles. Relatives And Friends, Pastor, Officers, Members Of St. Mary Of The Angels Church, Employees Of New Orleans Fire Depatement, Ochsner Clinics And Hospital, Memorial Medical Center, St. Charles Health Care Center, Harrah's Casino And Boomtown Casino Were Invited To Attend Services. The Funeral Was Held On November 14, 2006 At 10:00 A.M. At Louisiana Undertaking Co., 1449 North Claiborne Avenue, New Orleans, La., 70116. Visitation Was On November 14, 2006 At 9:00 A.M. At Louisiana Undertaking Co., 1449 North Claiborne Avenue, New Orleans, La. 70116. Officiated By Rev. Wilbert Ayers. Final Resting: Providence Park And Mausoleum. Professional Service Entrusted To Gaskin- Southall-Gordon & Gordon Mortuary 1225 North Rampart Street New Orleans, La. (504) 566-9000 Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000025 Armstrong - Joseph Francis Armstrong, Originally From Savannah, Ga., Entered Into Eternal Rest On November 15, 2006 At His Home In Slidell, La., Surrounded By His Loving Family. Age 82 Years. Son Of The Late Joseph Patrick Armstrong And Stella Kearney Armstrong, Both Of Savannah, Ga. Beloved Husband Of Patricia Elise Christoph Armstrong. Father Of Kathleen Armstrong, Laura Beicher, Barbara Illg, Amy Robinson, Joseph Patrick Armstrong And Mary Rowe. Father In Law Of Joseph B. Illg, John W. Beicher, David E. Robinson And Jeffrey S. Rowe. Also Survived By 5 Grandchildren, Kelly Esteve Thompson, Jodie L. Esteve, Ryan G. Saunders, Mitchell L. Saunders And Kathleen E. Illg. He Was Retired From Strachan Shipping Company. He Was A Kind And Loving Man And Will Be Dearly Missed By His Family And Friends. Relatives And Friends Of The Family Are Invited To Attend The Funeral Mass At Honaker Funeral Home,1751 Gause Blvd. West (In Forest Lawn Cemetery), Slidell, La On Saturday, November 18, 2006 At 1:00 P.M.Interment In Hillcrest Abby Cemetery, Savannah, Ga..Visitation On Saturday After 11:00 A.M. Until Funeral Time. Donations To Memorial Hospice,Preferred, In Lieu Of Flowers. Arrangements By Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, La. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000026 Arnold - Henry Stafford (Sugar) Arnold, Sr. Passed Away At His Violet Residence On Monday, November 27, 2006 At The Age Of 73. Survived By His Beloved Wife Of 48 Years, Janet Lange Arnold, Two Sons And Daughters-In-Law, Henry S., Jr. And Cindy Arnold, And Gary N. And Melanie Arnold; Five Beloved Grandchildren, Blake, Laine, Connor, Jesica And Quinn Arnold; Two Brothers, Charles E. Arnold, Sr. And David Arnold And A Sister, Mary Gardner. Mr. Arnold, A Resident Of St. Bernard Parish Since 1945, Was Preceded In Death By His Parents, And Mattie Stafford Arnold And Charles D. Arnold. He Retired From Entergy (Nopsi Gas Department) In 1991 After 35 1/2 Years Of Service And Was A Member Of United Covenant Methodist Church, A Navy Veteran, An Avid Bowler On Several Leagues At Imperial Lanes. He Loved Gardening And Helping People.Relatives And Friends Are Invited At Attend The Funeral From The Chapel Of The Temporary Location Of Jacob Schoen And Son Funeral Home (Lamana-Panno-Fallo), 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd., At Bonnabel Blvd., Metairie, La On Wednesday, November 29, 2006 At 1:00 P.M. Visitation Will Be At The Funeral Home On Tuesday, November, November 28, 2008 Between The Hours Of 6:00 P.M. And 9:00 P.M. And On Wednesday After 10:00 A.M. Until Service Time At 1:00 P.M. Interment In St. Roch #1 Cemetery. Guest Book May Be Signed On Line At Www.Legacy.Com Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000027 Arnold - Jack William Arnold, Sr., 79, Of Waveland, Ms Passed Away On Wednesday, November 8, 2006 In Bay St. Louis, Ms. Jack Was A Lifelong Resident Of The Bay And Waveland Area. He Was Of The Catholic Faith. Jack Retired From Liberty Welding In New Orleans, La Where He Worked As A Boiler Maker. He Is Survived By His Wife Lillian D. Arnold Of Waveland, Ms; His Children Step-Children, Sisters, Grandchildren, & Great Grandchildren. The Visitation Will Be Held On Monday, November 13, 2006 From 10:00 Am Until 2:00 Pm At Edmond Fahey Funeral Home In Bay St. Louis, Ms. The Prayer Service Will Follow At 2:00pm. In Lieu Of Flowers The Family Request Donations To The American Lung Association Of Ms, P.O. Box 2178, Ridgeland, Ms 39158-2178. Edmond Fahey Funeral Home In Bay St. Louis, Ms Is In Charge Of The Arrangements. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000028 Arnone - Lillian 'Evelyn' Arnone Of New Orleans, Louisiana Peacefully Passed Away On Wednesday, November 8, 2006. Daughter Of The Late Nicholas And Louis Bengert. She Is Survived By Her Husband Of 52 Years, Anthony Arnone. She Will Be Dearly Missed By Joann, Elizabeth, Conrad And Brice Brown And Many Other Family Members And Friends. She Was Born In New Orleans And Was A Lifelong Resident Of Algiers . She Retired From Bell South Telephone Co., Was A Member Of The Bell South Westbank Life Member Club And Served As A Past President. Relatives And Friends Of The Family And Members Of The Bell South Westbank Life Member Club Are Invited To Attend A Memorial Service On Thursday, November 16, 2006. Visitation From 10am Until Service At 11am At Mothe Funeral Home, 1300 Vallette Street, Algiers, La. Memorial Donations May Be Made In Her Memory To The Akula Foundation, Canon Hospice, P.O. Box 850715, New Orleans, La 70185. Times Picayune 11-14-2006 **************************************** 000029 Arthurton - Terry Lynn Williams Arthurton, On Tuesday, October 24, 2006 At Parkland Hospital, Dallas, Tx. Daughter Of Cleveland Williams, Sr. And The Late Beatrice S. Williams. Beloved Wife Of Euday O'neil Arthurton, Sr. Mother Of Kieon Williams Of Riverside, Ca, Arian Pierre, Rashade And Euday Arthurton, Jr. All Of Mckinney, Tx. Sister Of Cleveland Williams, Jr., (Alcenia), Darryl Williams, Gregory Williams, Jr., (Diana), Renee Williams (David), Rosanne Williams, Trashon Smith (Derrick) And Cleveland Williams, Iii. Grandmother Of Christian Williams. Also Survived By Two Aunts, Gloria Blakes And Judy Mathis, A Host Of Nieces, Nephews, Other Relatives And Friends. Age 46 Years. A Native Of Luling, La And A Resident Of Mckinney, Texas. Relatives And Friends Of The Family, Also Pastors, Officers And Members Of Philadelphia Baptist Church Of Hahnville, La, Mountain View Community Church Of Temecula, Ca, River Of Life Of New Sarpy, La And All Neighboring Churches, Also Employess Of Debold Of Allen, Texas Are Invited To Attend The Funeral Service At Phildephia Baptist Church, 217 Smith Street, Hahnville, La On Saturday, November 4, 2006 At 11:00 Am. Rev. Joseph Johnson, Pastor, Officiating. Interment St. Mary Cemetery, Boutte, La. Visitation At The Above Named Church From 9:00 Am Until Service Time. Serviced By Robottom Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000030 Ashton - Ulysses Ashton, Sr, Husband Of Aldine White Ashton, Father Of Ulysses Ashton, Jr. (Jenni), Eric Glenn Ashton (Christine), Yvette Ashton, Aileen Ashton Cruthirds (Nathan) And Nichole Elyse Ashton, Grandfather Of Malakai And Kobe Ashton, Brother Of Leonard Ashton, Marilyn Ashton And Judy Ashton Lewis Died On November 3, 2006. Mr. Ashton Was A Minister For 45 Years With Local Congregations Of Jehovah's Witnesses. He Retired From The U.S. Postal Service After Serving As Postmaster In Amite, Norco And Lutcher. Memorial Services Will Be Held At 2:00 P.M. Saturday, November 11, 2006 At Kingdom Hall Of Jehovah's Witnesses, 500 Colony Park Drive (Corner Of Cambridge And Colony Park Dr.) Laplace, La. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000031 Aucoin - Lillian Jeanfreau Aucoin Passed Away On Monday, November 13, 2006. Wife Of The Late Clyde Henry Aucoin. Mother Of Clyde Henry Aucoin, Jr., The Late Darrow John Aucoin And Her Beloved Daughter-In-Law Pamela Antoine Aucoin. Grandmother Of Alise Aucoin Durand And Husband Douglas John Durand, Russell Joseph Aucoin And Wife April Hager Aucoin. Great Grandmother Of Adam And Rachel Durand And Hope, Lauren And Logan Aucoin. Lillian Was Past President Of The St. Leo The Great Mother's Club And The Confraternity Of Christian Mothers During 1961 And 1962. She Was A Volunteer At Lindy Boggs Medical Center For 15 Years. A Funeral Mass Will Be Held From St. Angela Merici Church, 835 Melody Drive, Metairie On Thursday, November 16, 2006 At 11:00 Am. Visitation At The Church From 10:00 Am Until Mass Time. Interment In Garden Of Memories. Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, La In Charge Of Arrangements. Information: (504) 835- 2341. Times Picayune 11-15-2006 **************************************** 000032 Aucoin - Oliver J. Aucoin On Sunday October 29, 2006 At 9:47 P.M.Beloved Husband Of The Late Catherine Yetso Aucoinbrother Of Louise A. Bradbury And The Late Hubert M. Aucoin Ii.Son Of The Late Louise F. Aucoin And Hubert M. Aucoin Sr.Also Survived By Nieces And Nephews. Mr. Aucoin Was A U.S. Navy Veteran Of World War Ii, Member And Past Commander Of Veterans Of Foreign Wars Post # 6640 And A Member Of American Legion Post # 350.Aged 83 Years, A Native And Lifelong Resident Of Metairie. Relatives, Friends And Neighbors Are Invited To Attend The Funeral Mass From Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home Chapel 4747 Veterans Blvd. Metairie On Friday Afternoon November 3, 2006 At 12:00 Noon. Interment In St. Patrick Cemetery # 2. Friends May Visit From 10:00 A.M. Until Time Of Services. On Line Guest Book Available At Www.Legacy.Com. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000033 Avedisian - Antoinette Emalinda Avedisian On October 9, 2006. Loving Mother Of Therese Avedon, Mel Avedisian, Mary Paula Avedisian, Patricia Avedisian And Karen Avedisian Ostenfeld. Grandmother Of Neil And Erik Ostenfeld. Age 88 Years. A Native Of Massachusetts And A Resident Of New Orleans For The Past 8 Years, Prior To Katrina. Relatives And Friends Of The Family Are Invited To Attend The Funeral. A Funeral Mass Will Be Celebrated In The Chapel Of Lamana-Panno-Fallo, 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd., On Wednesday, November 29, 2006, At 10:00 Am. Interment In Metairie Cemetery .Visitation Will Be From 9:30 Am Until Service Time. Arrangements By Jacob Schoen And Son Funeral Directors. Guestbook May Be Signed Online At Www.Legacy.Com. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000034 Aymami - Walter P. Aymami, Jr., Age 66 Years Died At River Regions Hospice On Sunday, November 26, 2006 At 2:10 Am. Son Of The Late Mary Pamela Pitcher And Walter P. Aymami Sr. Father Of Jennie Mitchell And Jan Mitchell. Brother Of Donald And Gary Aymami And Brenda Conzonere. Also Survived By Two Grandchildren, Katie Mitchell And Andrew Aymami. Companion Of Lisa Wilson And John Wilson. Relatives And Friends Of The Family Are Invited To Attend Funeral Services From The Jefferson Home Of Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd. At 43rd St., Metairie, On Friday, December 1, 2006 At 12:00 Noon . Visitation On Friday From 10:00 Am Until Service Time. Private Interment In Cypress Grove Cemetery. Information: (504) 835-2341. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000035 Ayme - Gaston 'Ponnie' Joseph Ayme, Jr. On Friday, November 3, 2006 At 12:45 A.M. In Jefferson, La. A U.S. Navy Veteran. Husband Of Helen Duhe' Ayme. Son Of The Late Gaston Ayme, Sr. And Adele Bergeron Ayme. Father Of Grant Ayme, Mollie Ayme Chapman, Emric Ayme, Thecla Ayme Marble, Tyler Ayme, Nathan Ayme And Mahlon Ayme. Brother Of Bryon Ayme, The Late Gloria Ayme Mouton And Lloyd 'Tate' Ayme. Grandfather Of The Late Jason Ayme. Also Survived By 10 Grandchildren And 6 Great- Grandchildren. Age 79. A Native Of Good Hope, La And A Resident Of Norco, La. Mass Of Christian Burial At 11:00 A.M. On Tuesday, November 7, 2006 At Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Norco, La. Interment In St. Charles Mausoleum, Destrehan, La. Visitation At H.C. Alexander Funeral Home, Norco, La From 6:00 P.M. Until 9:00 P.M. On Monday, November 6, 2006 And From 9:30 A.M. Until 10:45 A.M. Tuesday. H.C. Alexander Funeral Home, Norco, La In Charge Of Arrangements. Times Picayune 11-5- 2006 **************************************** 000036 Babbitt - Harold Babbitt Passed Away On Friday, November 3, 2006 In Birmingham, Al. Beloved Husband Of Cynthia White Babbitt. Father Of Harold Jr. (Melanie), Lydia And Robert Babbitt, Kendric And Krystal Perkins. Also Survived By 2 Grandchildren: Skylar And Harold Iii. Relatives And Friends Of The Family Are Invited To Attend Funeral Services At Corinthians Missionary Baptist Church Ii, 2601 Jackson Ave., New Orleans, La. On Friday, November 10, 2006 At 11:00 A.M. Visitation 10:00 - 11:00 A.M. Arrangements By D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, Gretna, La. Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000037 Badeaux - Larry J. Badeaux Passed Away In Lafitte, La On Wednesday, October 25, 2006. Beloved Son Of The Late Adolph P. Badeaux And Edna Touchard Badeaux. Loving Brother Of Lloyd, (Wife, Ann); Wilmer, (Wife, Roberta); James, (Wife, Elaine) And Dennis, (Wife, Pat) Badeaux And The Late Floyd And Gerald Badeaux, Vergie Dufrene And Diane Hanley. Brother-In-Law Of Elenora And Vivian Badeaux, John 'Butch' Hanley And The Late Buddy Dufrene. Also Survived By Many Other Loving Relatives And Friends. Mr. Badeaux, Age 63 Years, Was A Barber For Forty-Five Years And Operated Larry's Barber Shop In Marrero. Relatives And Friends Of The Family Are Invited To Attend The Funeral Mass At Westside/ Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, La On Thursday, November 2, 2006 At 1:30 Pm. Interment In Restlawn Cemetery, Avondale, La. Visitation On Thursday From 11:00 Am Until Funeral Time.For Information, Call 341-9421. Times Picayune 11-1- 2006 **************************************** 000038 Baham - Ervin O. Baham Passed Away Friday, October 27, 2006. Ervin Was A Native Of New Orleans, La And A Resident Of Laplace, La For Many Years. Ervin Served His Country With The Air Force During The Korean Conflict. He Is The Loving Husband Of Cynthia Guchereau Baham For The Past Thirty Years. Ervin Was Preceded By His Parents, Claude Baham And Laura Louis Devillier And Son, Christopher Baham. Survivors Include, Children: Melody Baham, Roxanna Stogner, Rebecca Stogner, Westly Baham And Tena Baham; And Brother, Claude Baham, Jr. Also Survived By 9 Grandchildren And 6 Great-Grandchildren. Relatives And Friends Of The Family Are Invited To Attend The Funeral. Religious Services Will Be Held At Ascension Of Our Lord Catholic Church, 1800 Greenwood Street, Laplace, La On Thursday, November 2, 2006. Visitation 6:00 - 9:00 P.M. Interment Will Be Private. Bagnelll & Son Funeral Home, Covington, La In Charge Of Arrangements. Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000039 Bailey - Leonard (Coco) Bailey, Age 66, Quietly Entered Into The Loving Arms Of The Lord On Wednesday, November 15, 2006 In Chicago, Il After A Short Battle With Cancer. Survivors To Cherish His Memory Are: His Wife, Verna Freeman Bailey; Children: Leonardo Ivan Bailey And Vanna Renee Bailey; Grandson, Leonardo Ivan Deleon Bailey All Of Chicago, Il; His Mother Henrietta Bailey Fletcher Of New Orleans, La; Brother: Gilbert D. (June) Fletcher, Jr. Of Bronx, New York; 2 Sisters: Wanda Fletcher Sanders Of New Orleans, La And Sheila Fletcher Of Millington, Tx; 2 Brothers-In-Law: Morris (Bonnie) Freeman And Kevin Freeman Both Of Chicago, Il; Sister-In-Law, Kerry Johnson Of Boston, Ma; And His Godmother, Thelma Tate. Leonard Was Preceded In Death By His Father, Gilbert Dawson Fletcher, Sr. Who Raised And Loved Leonard Unconditionally; His Brother, Rickey Fletcher; His Grandparents: Celestan (Bit) And Ellen Washington Bailey Of Edgard, La; His Mother-In-Law, Mary Freeman Of Chicago, Il; And His Godfather, Lawrence Smith Of Edgard, La. Leonard Was A Native Of New Orleans, La And Edgard, La. Relatives And Friends Are Invited To Attend His Funeral Services On Wednesday, November 22, 2006 At New Life Celebration Church Of God, 14243 S. Dante, Dolton, Il 60419. Funeral Arrangements Entrusted To W.W. Holt Funeral Home, 175 W. 159th St., Harvey, Il 60426. Family May Be Contacted At Wsanders30@Yahoo.Com. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000040 Balestra - Ralph Luke Balestra, Sr. Of Belle Chasse, La Passed Away On Wednesday, November 8, 2006 At 5:10 Pm. Beloved Husband Of The Late Muriel Kanzig Balestra. Father Of Pam B. Toups, Gwen B. Meinhardt, Joseph, Ralph Jr., Salvador , And Brian Balestra, Sr. Son Of The Late Bernadine Rousse Balestra And Joseph Balestra. Brother Of The Late Anthony T. Balestra, Rosalie Este, Amelia Todaro, Mamie Cannaliato, Phillip, John, Salvador, John Rose, Mary Vallee, And Josephine Liccardi. Father In Law Of Sonny Toups, Jr., John Meinhardt, Jr., And Adeline, Mary Lynn And Jodi Balestra. Loving Grandfather Of 10 Grandchildren And 2 Great- Grandchildren. Age 79 Years. A Native Of Marrero, La And A Resident Of Belle Chasse, La For The Past 45 Years. Ralph And Anthony Balestra, Co-Owners Of Balestra's Food Center, Began A Grocery Store Legacy In The Belle Chasse Area. Together They Devoted Themselves To Serving The People Of Plaquemines Parish. Relatives And Friends Of The Family, Also Employees And Patrons Of Balestra's Food Center, Plaquemines Parish Government, Chevron Oronite, And Conoco Phillips Are Invited To Attend A Funeral Mass At St. Cletus Catholic Church, Gretna, La On Saturday, November 11, 2006 At 1:00 Pm. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, La. Parlors Will Be Open At Mothe Funeral Homes, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, La On Saturday Morning From 8:30 Am Until 12:30 Pm For Visitation. Information: 366-4343. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000041 Ball - Sandra Ann Ball, At Chateau Living Center, Kenner, La, On Monday, November 27, 2006 At 9:00 A.M. Beloved Sister Of Susan B. Miller And Robert G. Ball. Daughter Of The Late Peggy Cotton Ball And Maurice J. Ball. Aunt Of Jeffrey And Hudson Miller, Julie M. Berggren And Michael J. Ball. Great-Aunt Of Thersa Michelle Miller And Alyssa Beth Berggren. Age 53 Years. A Native Of New Orleans, La And A Resident Of Laplace, La For The Past 25 Years. Relatives And Friends Of The Family Are Invited To Attend The Funeral Mass From The Metairie Funeral Home Of Lamana-Panno-Fallo, 1717 Veterans Blvd., At Bonnabel Blvd. On Thursday, November 30, 2006 At 12:00 Noon. Followed By Private Interment. Visitation On Thursday, November 30, 2006 From 10:00 A.M. Until Funeral Time. Please Sign Our On-Line Guest Book At Www.Legacy.Com. Funeral Information: 831-9901. Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000042 Ballam - Micheal Alphonse Ballam Passed Away At The Residence Of His Daughter In Chalmette On Saturday, October 28, 2006 At The Age Of 71. He Is Survived By Three Daughters, Margaret Kramer Of Chalmette And Theresa Ballam And Donna Ballam Both Of Denver, Colorado; His Godchild, Amanda Ballam, Eleven Grandchildren, Three Great Grandchildren, Three Sisters, Catherine Heimel, Esther Holmes, Pearl Marchese, Four Brothers, Edward, Richard, Clarence, And George Ballam. Mr. Ballam Served In The National Guard And Was Preceded In Death By His Parents, Cherington And Catherine Eve Conrad Ballam, One Brother, Cherington Ballam, And One Sister, Garnet Ballam. Relatives And Friends Of The Family, Also Sunshine's Mini Mart And Deli Of Violet, Winn-Dixie Food Stores And Nunez Community College Are Invited To Attend The Funeral And Visitation. The Funeral Mass Will Be Celebrated In The Chapel Of The Temporary Location Of Jacob Schoen And Son Funeral Home (Lamana-Panno-Fallo), 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, La On Friday, November 3, 2006 At 1:00 P.M. Visitation Will Be At The Funeral Home On Thursday, November 2, 2006 From 7:00 P.M. To 9:00 P.M. And On Friday, November 3, 2006 After 11:00 A.M. Until Mass Begins. Interment In St. Vincent De Paul #3. Cemetery Guest Book May Be Signed On Line At Www.Legacy.Com. Times Picayune 11-1- 2006 **************************************** 000043 Bancroft - Kathryn 'Kitty' Berry Bancroft On Friday, October 27, 2006 At St. Anna's Residence In New Orleans. Wife Of The Late Emory Bancroft, Mother Of Arthur Bancroft And Kathryn Mcnamara. Grandmother To Ryan, Sean, Justin And Lauren Bancroft And Kat And Kelly Mcnamara. Also Survived By Several Great-Grandchildren. Long Time Best Friend Of Wilfred Rome.Mrs. Bancroft Was Born In Waldorf, Md On November 6, 1920 And Was A Long Time Resident Of Arabi. A Registered Nurse, She Was Employed At St. Bernard Hospital, St. Claude General, And De La Ronde Hospital During Her Career Of Over 30 Years. She Was A Long Time Member Of St. Mary's Episcopal Church In Chalmette. Family And Friends Are Invited To Attend The Memorial Service At Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Blvd. Metairie, La On Thursday, November 2, 2006 At 10:00 Am. Visitation Will Be From 9:00 Am Until 10:00 Am. Interment At Garden Of Memories Cemetery, Metairie. Condolences May Be Expressed By Signing The Guest Book On Nola.Com/Obits. Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000044 Banderet - Louis E. Banderet Sr. Passed Away On November 23, 2006. Age 89. Beloved Husband Of Ila R. Banderet For 67 Years. Father Of Ila B. Bodenheimer (Roy), Joycelyn B. Eiserloh (Ronnie) And Louis E. Banderet Jr. (Lisa). Grandfather Of 7 And Great-Grandfather Of 12. He Was Preceded In Death By His Parents, Arthur And Jeanne Banderet; And His Sisters, Margaret Dennies And Jeanne Lacoume. Relatives And Friends Are Invited To Attend The Funeral Mass At Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (In Metairie Cemetery), On Thursday, November 30, 2006 At 12:00 P.M. Interment Will Follow In Metairie Cemetery. Visitation Will Begin At 10:00 A.M.In Lieu Of Flowers, Memorial Donations May Be Made To Guardian Hospice, Inc., 201 Evans Rd., Suite 212, New Orleans, La 70123, 504-818-2211. To Sign And View The Family Guestbook, Please Visit Www.Lakelawnmetairie.Com. Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000045 Banks - Beverly Sue Banks, Born February 26, 1939 In Mcalester, Ok., Died Monday, November 20, 2006 In Mandeville, La. Survived By Carl Banks And Wife, Emily Of New Braunfels, Tx., Florence Gentile Of Mohave Valley, Az., And Mildred B. Sonnier And Husband Andrew Of New Braunfels, Tx. Proceeded Her In Death Were Her Parents, Willis S. And Alice Mae Banks, Sisters And Brothers: Elise Banks, Grace Banks, Elizabeth Floyd, Mary Douglas, Leonard Banks, Clifford Banks, Willis Banks, Ted Banks, Norman Banks And Andrew Banks. Our Personal Thanks To All Employees Of Ponchartrain Health Care And A Special Thanks To Nurse Karen Kelly. Private Burial To Be Held At Mandeville Cemetery On Monday, November 27, 2006. God Speed Sis. Times Picayune 11-25-2006 **************************************** 000046 Barbe' - Laurent 'Larry' Barbe', Sr., Known As 'Mr. Barbe' Of Barbe's Dairy' In Westwego, La, Passed Away On Thursday, November 16, 2006. He Was 84 Years Old. He Was Born In Westwego On December 3, 1921 To Victor And Lucie Barbe' Who Came To The United States From The Pyrenees Region Of France In 1908. It Was In Westwego In 1918, That Larry's Father, Victor Became A Dairy Farmer With Only 18 Cows. During The Great Depression In 1929, The Family Was Forced To Sell Their Cows And Seek Other Sources Of Income. At That Time, Larry Found Work As An Office Boy At Jackson Brewery, Crewing On A Trawl Boat And Driving Milk Delivery Routes For Other Dairies. His Desire, However, Was Always To Reopen Barbe's Dairy. In 1938, The Barbe' Family Was Able To Once Again Purchase Some Cows And A Truck, And Barbe's Dairy Was Back In Business. Larry Was 15 Years Old At The Time, Working Hard Milking Cows And Selling Milk Door-To-Door. During World War Ii, Even Though All Farmers Had An Automatic Deferment, Larry Joined The United States Marine Corps And Served As A Corporal For 4 Years In The South Pacific. While Recovering In Australia From A War Injury, He Began To Read About Dairy Sciences. When He Returned Home, His Father Gave Him An 80 X 80 Foot Piece Of Property, And It Was There That Larry Constructed A Building, Bought The Necessary Equipment And On December 3, 1947, Pasteurized His First Batch Of Milk. He Went On, With The Eventual Help Of His Sons, Victor And Laurent, To Build A Successful And Thriving Business. He Was Passionate About The Dairy Business And Always Loved Being At Work At The Dairy Even After He Officially Retired From Day-To-Day Operations. Larry Was Proud Of His Hard Work And Accomplishments And That He Had The Opportunity To Provide Employment For Hundreds Of People. He Considered All Who Worked There, As Well As Their Families, As Being Part Of 'The Barbe' Dairy Family.' Larry Was Also A Member And Past President Of The Lions Club, A Member Of The Knights Of Columbus, Am Vets, Vfw, Louisiana Dairy Products Association, Volunteer Firemen Of Westwego And Marine Corp League Paul E. Boyd Detachment 579. Relatives And Friends Of The Family, Employees And Former Employees Of Barbe's Dairy, Brown's Dairy, Latter-Blum And Hubcap Tire & Wheel Are Invited To Attend Visitation At Mothe Funeral Home, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, La On Sunday, November 19, 2006 From 6:00pm Until 10:00pm. Visitation Will Resume On Monday, November 20, 2006 From 9:00am Until 11:00am. A Mass Of Christian Burial Will Be Celebrated In The Chapel Of Mothe Funeral Home On Monday At 11:00am. Interment Will Be In Our Lady Of Prompt Succor Cemetery, Westwego, La. Information: 366- 4343. Times Picayune 11-18-2006 **************************************** 000047 Barham - Former Louisiana Supreme Court Justice Mack E. Barham Died Monday Afternoon, November 27, 2006 At A Covington Hospital Following A Long Illness. He Was 82. A Native Of Bastrop, La, He Had Relocated To Covington, La After Hurricane Katrina Floodwaters Destroyed His Lakewood Home Located Near The 17th Street Canal In New Orleans, La. Barham Is Survived By His Wife, Ann; His Son, Lake Charles Lawyer Bret Barham; His Daughter, Megan Richardson Of Covington, La; A Sister, Ertie Mae Bowdon Of Birmingham, Al; Five Grandchildren; And One Great-Grandchild. His Parents Were The Late Henry A. And Lockie H. Barham Of Bastrop, Who Owned Barham's Dairy. Friends May Join The Family For A Time Of Visitation On Wednesday, November 29, 2006 From 3:00 - 5:00 P.M. At Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans, La 70179. In Lieu Of Flowers, Lsu Foundation C/O Lsu Law Center, Mack Barham Fund, Suite 400, Alumni Office, Baton Rouge, La 70803. E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, Covington, La In Charge Of Arrangements. Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000048 Barnes - Craig Anthony (Cutter) Barnes, A Contractor And Welder On Saturday, November 4, 2006 At His Residence In Baton Rouge, La. Father Of Craishine S. And Raishon S. Grant. Son Of Juanita B.Oaks. Stepson Of David Oaks. Grandfather Of Dquan N. Morgan, Jr. Former Devoted Friend Of Carylenna Mcelveen. Brother Of Bridget (Anthony) Lowe, Sedra (Eddie) Sanders, Samantha, Desiree And Curtis (Jackie) Barnes. Devoted Friend Of Dixie (Cream) Landry. He Was Preceded In Death By His Father Wendell Barnes Sr, Brother Wendell Barnes, Jr, Grandparents Clifton Sr., And Myrtle Sears. Age 45. Relatives And Friends Are Invited To Attend The Funeral Services At Littlejohn's Funeral Home, 2163 Aubry St. On Saturday, November 11, 2006 At 10:00 A.M. No Wake. Rev. Lionel Davis Officiating. Parlor Visitation Saturday, 9:00 A.M. Until Hour Of Service. Interment Providence Cemetery. Professional Services Entrusted To Littlejohn's Funeral Home 2163 Aubry St. Cal K. Johnson, Manager-Funeral Director Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000049 Barranco - Salvadore Barranco Passed Away On Sunday, October 29, 2006 At Age 87. He Lived A Long And Fulfilling Life. He Leaves Behind His Wife Of 56 Years, Gloria Ibos Barranco. He Was A Loving Father To Janice Virgadamo, Russ Barranco, Jody Barranco, Susan Burk, And Karen Barranco. Grandfather Of Jessica And Emily Virgadamo; Leni And Jack Burk; Cole, Paul And Dino Barranco; And Step- Grandfather To Shane Reuben-Mcevoy. Father-In-Law To Emile Virgadamo, Kristi Barranco, And James Mcevoy. Son Of The Late Salvadore And Mary Colombo Barranco. Brother Of The Late Pasquale Barranco, Mary Vanney And Conchetta Hausse. He Was A Decorated Veteran Of World War Ii And A Participant In Local Semi-Pro Baseball. He Retired From Inland Steel Container Corp., And Enjoyed Ballroom Dancing. He Was A Warm And Friendly Man With A Wonderful Sense Of Humor Who Will Be Deeplymissed. Relatives And Friends Are Invited To Visit The Lamana-Panno-Fallo Funeral Home, 1717 Veterans Blvd. (Corner Bonnabel Blvd.), On Thursday, November 2, 2006 At 6:00 P.M. Until 9:00 P.M. With A Memorial Service At 8:00 P.M. In Lieu Of Flowers, Donations Would Be Appreciated In His Memory To Alzheimer's Association (Alz.Org/Donate) 1.800.272.3900. To Sign And View The Family Guestbook, Please Visit Legacy.Com. Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000050 Barre' - Rita W. Tregre-Barre', born February 18, 1928 in New Orleans, Louisiana, passed away on Monday, November 13, 2006 in Atlanta, GA. A lifelong resident of New Orleans until Hurricane Katrina, when she relocated to Montgomery, AL and later made her home in Atlanta, Ga. Recipient of a Bachelor's degree from Xavier University, a Master's degree and a 30+ from the University of New Orleans. She worked as a regular and special education teacher, various administrative positions, and retired as an Appraisal Coordinator from the Orleans Parish School System. Co-owner of Imani on N. Broad Street and an active member of St. Gabriel Catholic Church. Preceded in death by her parents, James Wood and Prunella Nugent; her husband, Clarence A. Barre, Sr. and her beloved son, Robert J. Tregre III. Mother of Beryl 'Imani' Tregre, Clarence Jr. and Lloyd Barre, Sr. Grandmother of Kori Lynn McMillion and Michael Barre of Chicago, IL, Lloyd Jr., Clarence III, Brandon and Lauren Barre' and Lesli K. Tregre. Mother-in-law of Kathy P. and Nena Barre'. She was a mother figure to so many, but especially mothered Don Williams, John Jarreau and Bobbie Brent-Cornish, along with a host of friends and loved ones. Relatives and friends of the family; as well as employees of New Orleans Public Schools, and Dept. of Support and Appraisal Services, former Imani employees and customers, Touro Hospital doctors and staff, The Zulu S. & P. Club, The Cliquerettes Bluc, Xavier, UNO, Dillard, and SUNO are invited to attend Funeral Mass on Monday, November 20, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Gabriel The Archangel Catholic Church, 4700 Pineada, New Orleans, LA. Visitation 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Interment St. Patrick #3 Cemetery. Arrangements by D.W. RHODES FUNERAL HOME, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna, LA. Times Picayune 11-18-2006 **************************************** 000051 Barrow - Lillie Teresa 'Veronica' Barrow Entered Into Eternal Rest On Wednesday, November 22, 2006. Daugher Of The Late Bismark And Rose Barrow, Sr. Devoted Mother Of Eric, La'toya And Michael Barrow. Sister Of Claudia Arcenaux, Eliria Foy, Leo And Bismark, Barrow, Jr. And The Late Leola Lyons And Louis And Edwin Barrow. Mother-In-Law Of Brenda Barrow. Loving Grandmother Of Erica, Kayla, Erin, La'taya And Eden Barrow, Eddie Hoffman And Trinidy Barrow. She Is Also Survived By A Host Of Nieces, Nephews, Cousins And Friends. A Funeral Service Will Be Held On Friday, December 1, 2006 At 1:00 Pm At Majestic Mortuary 1833 Oretha C. Haley Blvd. Visitation At 12:00 Noon. Interment In St. Louis#3 Cemetery. Majestic Mortuary In Charge Of Arrangements. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000052 Bates - Rosia 'Shorty' Bates, Alpha - November 9, 1958, Omega - Thursday, November 9, 2006, The Day She Confirmed Her Reservation For A Room In Her Father's House. She Is Survived By Her Husband, J. C. Bates, A Son Gregory Houston, A Sister Ola Marie Jackson, Two Brothers Robert Houston And Alton Lee, And A Host Of Relatives And Friends. Viewing At 9:00 A.M. And Funeral Services At 10:00 A.M. On Saturday, November 18, 2006 At Marine B. C., 3034 Andover Street, Jefferson, La. Elder Donald L. Robinson, Officiating. Interment At Liberty Cemetery, Liberty, Ms. Burial Officiated By Rev. Hilton Taplin At 1:00 P.M. Professional Services Entrusted To Dennis Mortuary, 1812 Louisiana Avenue, New Orleans, La 70115, (504) 899-8252. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000053 Baudean - Stanley Baudean, Jr. Passed Away At Northshore Okaloosa Medical Center In Crestview, Fl On Sunday November 26, 2006 At 2:30 Am. Beloved Husband Of Patsy Venable Baudean For 37 Years. Loving Father Of Cory Baudean And Jay Baudean. Father In Law Of Jessica Baudean And Christy Baudean. Grandfather Of Kenslie Baudean. Brother Of Joyce Brandstetter And Patricia Disotell And The Late Susie Hebert. Son Of Stanley I. Baudean Sr. And The Late Angelina M. Giaise Baudean. Age 57 A Native Of The Westbank For 42 Years And A Resident Of Madison Alabama For The Past 15 Years. He Was Known As Coach Stan Of Belle Terre, Pard, And Kings Grant Playground For Numerous Years. Relatives And Friends Of The Family Also Employees Of Cintas Corp. Of New Orleans And Of Madison Alabama Are Invited To Attend The Funeral Mass From The Chapel Of Westside/Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home 5101 Westbank Expressway Marrero, La. On Thursday, November 30 2006 At 1 Pm. Interment In Westlawn Cemetery Gretna, La. Visitation At Westside/Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home On Wednesday November 29 2006 From 6 Pm Until 11 Pm And Again Thursday Morning After 8:00 Am Until Mass Time. Information 341-9421. Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000054 Baumann - Henry James Baumann, Jr. On Tuesday, November 28, 2006. Age 71 Years. Beloved Husband Of Sandy Taylor Baumann. Father Of Jennifer Baumann Mayo. Brother Of Sheldon Baumann. Step-Father Of Ted, Tom, Randy, And Brian Fish. Grandfather Of Michelle Firth, P.J. Homrighausen, Kaitlynn, Madelynn, Carolyn, Brandon, Brandy, Haley, And Brian Jr. Fish. He Also Is Survived By 2 Great- Granddaughters, Carrie And Brooke Homrighausen. Mr. Baumann Was A Certified Public Accountant. Family And Friends Are Invited To Attend The Funeral Services At Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home 4747 Veterans Blvd. Metairie, La On Friday, December 1, 2006 At 1:00 Pm. Visitation Will Be From 11:00 Am Until 1:00 Pm. Interment Will Be In Garden Of Memories Cemetery. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000055 Bayas - Westley Bayas, Jr. Entered Into Eternal Rest On Friday, Nov. 10, 2006 At The Age Of 68. Loving Husband Of Frain Washington Bayas. Beloved Son Of The Late Charlie And Emma Bayas. Father Of Jason T. Bayas Of Sacramento, Ca. And Westley Bayas, Iii. Stepfather Of Darryl E. Campbell. Brother Of Arthur Bayas, Olivia Clark And The Late Richard Adams, Vera Norris And Eva Bias. He Is Also Survived By 2 Grandchildren And A Host Of Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, Other Relatives And Friends. Relatives And Friends Of The Family Also Employees Of Lockheed Martin And Recovery School District Are All Invited To Attend Funeral Services On Saturday, November 18, 2006 At 10:00am At Majestic Mortuary 1833 Oretha C. Haley Blvd. Visitation Will Be At 9:00am. Interment In Providence Park. Majestic Mortuary In Charge Of Arrangements. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000056 Baylor - Riley Reeves Baylor, Of Slidell, La On Friday, November 3, 2006, At His Residence. Husband Of Martha Nolen Baylor. Father Of Jay Baylor. Father In Law Of Cindy Brooks Baylor. Brother Of Almeta Ponder, Gladys House, Both Of Asheville, N.C., John Baylor Of Corbin, Ky., And The Late Robert And Radford Baylor. Also Survived By 3 Grandchildren; Brett, Sean And Wesley Baylor And 1 Great Grandchild; Caden Melerine.Age 75 Years. A Native Of Alexander, N.C. And Resident Of Slidell, La Since 1972. A Former Co-Owner Of Franklin Printing Company In New Orleans And He Worked As A Marshall For Oak Harbor And Eastover Golf Courses. Relatives And Friends Of The Family Are Invited To Attend The Visitation At Honaker Funeral Home,1751 Gause Blvd. West (In Forest Lawn Cemetery), Slidell, La On Monday Evening, November 6, 2006 From 6:00 To 9:00 P.M. Interment In Ashlawn Gardens Cemetery, Asheville, N.C. In Lieu Of Flowers, Donations To Haven Health Of Louisiana(Hospice) Or The American Cancer Society, Preferred. Arrangements By Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, La. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000057 Bazile - Joyce Mae Bazile, A United State Navy Veterans For 3 Years, Departed This Life On Friday, November 10, 2006 At Her Residence In Laplace, La. Daughter Of The Late Daniel Bazile And Evelyn S. Fisher. Sister Of Gloria Bazile, Alma Bailey, Lois Webster, Juanita Cook, Linda Lobel, Adam Leroy Shelton And Dwayne Fisher. Also Survived By 1 Uncle, John Bazile; Brothers- And Sisters In Laws, Host Of Nieces, Nephews, Cousins, Other Relatives And Friends. Age 68. Pastor, Officers And Members Of Providence B.C. # 1 And All Neighboring Churches Are Invited To Attend Service On Wednesday, November 15, 2006 At 12:00 Noon At The Above Name Church, 240 Pine St., Laplace La. Rev. Willie Smith, Officiating. Interment Providence Rest Haven Cemetery, Laplace, La. Viewing From 9:00a.M. Until Service Time (Only). Service Entrusted To Hobson Brown Funeral Home Garyville, La Times Picayune 11-14-2006 **************************************** 000058 Bazile - Walter (Mookie) Bazile, Jr. Died On Monday, November 20, 2006. He Was The Father Of Shantel Bazile, Youlika Charles And The Late Waldrenia Charles. Brother Of Adrian Bazile-Clausell, Linda Bazile-Riley, Alicia Bazile, Anita Bazile Hubbard And Michael Bazile. He Is Also Survived By Four Grandchildren; And A Host Of Other Relatives And Friends. Relatives And Friends Of The Family, Also Pastor, Officers And Members Of Oakland Baptist Church Are Invited To Attend The Funeral Services From Oakland Baptist Church, 1400 Third St., Kenner, La On Wednesday, November 22, 2006 At 10:00 Am. Visitation 9:00 Am - 10:00 Am. Rev. Charles Hurst Officiating. Interment At Love And Charity Cemetery, Kenner, La. Arrangements By Richardson Funeral Home Of Jefferson, Inc. Times Picayune 11-21-2006 **************************************** 000059 Beard - Elise S. Beard, Of Slidell, La On Tuesday, November 13, 2006, At Slidell Memorial Hospital. Beloved Wife Of 55 Years Of A.C. Beard. Mother Of Amelia Ann Whitfield Of Bay St. Louis Ms. Daughter Of The Late Robert And Leona M. Scallan. Sister Of Robert Scallan Jr, Stephen Scallan, Henry Scallan, And The Late Marcus Scallan, Gertrude Himel, Emily Aydell, Irene Wheeler, Jo Ellen Bottger, Marthaleen Afeman, And Catherine Mollere. Age: 86 Years. A Native Of Mansure, Louisiana, And A Resident Of Slidell Since 1964. She Was A Dedicated Homemaker, Devoted Wife, And Mother. Relatives And Friends Of The Family Are Invited To Attend The Funeral. A Funeral Mass Will Be Celebated At Honaker Funeral Home,1751 Gause Blvd. West (In Forest Lawn Cemetery), Slidell, La On Thursday, November 16, 2006 At 11:00 A.M.Interment In Forest Lawn Cemetery. Visitation On Thursday From 9:00 A.M. To 11:00 A.M. Masses Preferred. Arrangements By Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, La. Times Picayune 11-15-2006 **************************************** 000060 Beauchamp - Michael Robert Beauchamp, Age 40, Passed Away Wednesday, November 8, 2006. He Is Survived By His Wife Pamela Bidiman Beauchamp; Son Brandon Michael Beauchamp; Step-Daughter Stephanie Bidiman; Mother Joan Carlos Beauchamp; Sisters Elise Marie Beauchamp, Jennifer Beauchamp Turner, And Deirdre Beauchamp Mcmunn; Brother Jonathan Beauchamp; And Numerous Nieces And Nephews. He Was The Son Of The Late Dr. Jon Mikal Beauchamp. He Was Born And Raised In New Orleans, Louisiana, And Most Recently Resided In Farragut, Tennessee. He Was A Graduate Of Jesuit High School And The University Of New Orleans. Relatives And Friends Of The Family Are Invited To Attend The Funeral. A Funeral Mass Will Be Celebrated In The Chapel Of Lamana-Panno-Fallo Funeral Home, 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, :A At 12:00 Noon On Tuesday, November 14, 2006. Interment In St. Louis Cemetery No. 3. Friends May Visit On Monday From 6:00 - 9:00 Pm And On Tuesday From 10:00 Am Until Service Time. Arrangements By Jacob Schoen And Son Funeral Directors. Guestbook May Be Signed Online At Www.Legacy.Com Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000061 Beck - Ernest William Beck, Jr., 'Ernie', Passed Away On Sunday, October 29, 2006. Age 94. Beloved Husband Of The Late Velma Clark Wiederecht Beck. Loving Father Of Ernest William Beck Iii 'Bill' And His Wife, Susan, Iska Clark Beck And Her Companion, Kelley Meehan, Velma Ann Beck-Witte, 'Ann' And Her Husband, Stephen Witte. Loving Grandfather Of Luke Ernest Witte. Born In 1912 To Valentine Wehrmann Beck And Ernest William Beck In New Orleans, La, Ernie Was One Of The First Boy Scouts In Troop 27 First At E. T. Merrick School And Then At Headquarters. He Reached The Level Of Eagle Scout. Ernie Played Basketball For Tulane And Was Co- Captain Of His Team In 1933. He Graduated From Tulane University With A Bachelor Of Engineering In Chemistry In 1936, Putting Himself Through College By Keeping Bees And A Fellowship Teaching Engineering. He Married Velma Clark Wiederecht In 1941 And Had A Long And Happy Marriage Of 55 Years To Her. Ernie Was Predeceased By Velma In 1997. Serving His Country In The Us Navy During Wwii, Ernie Was A Lieutenant Jg Aboard The Destroyer Frank Knox In The Pacific Theatre. He Had A 42 Year Long And Successful Career In The Sugar Industry Working For The Same Company Known As American Sugar & Refining Co., Domino Sugar, Spreckles Sugar And Finally Amstar. He Managed The Chalmette, La Sugar Refinery From The 1950s To 1964 When He Relocated To The San Francisco Bay Area As A Vice President Of Operations. Relatives And Friends Of The Family Are Invited To Attend A Visitation To Be Held At St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, Chalstrom Parish House, 1031 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans, La On Monday, November 6th, 2006 From 11:00 Am To 12:00 Noon. A Funeral Service Will Begin At 12:00 Noon At St. Andrews Episcopal Church. Internment Following Service At Hope Mausoleum, 4841 Canal St., New Orleans, La. In Lieu Of Flowers Please Consider A Charitable Donation In Memory Of Ernest William Beck, Jr. To St. Andrews Episcopal Church, 1031 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans, La 70118 Or To The Charity Of Your Choice. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000062 Becklehimer - Billy Joe Becklehimer On Sunday, November 26, 2006. Beloved Husband Of Carol Salzer Becklehimer Of 53 Years. Father Of John W., Kenneth J., And Jeffrey L. Becklehimer, And Stacey B. Scott. Grandfather Of Shannon, Lisa, Michael, Adam, And Jakob Becklehimer, Amanda B. Henning And Husband, Darren, Caroline And Elizabeth Scott, And The Late Katie Scott. Father-In-Law Of Donna, Denise, And Lori Becklehimer And Kurt Scott. Son Of The Late William A. 'Otto' Becklehimer And Dora Asbridge Becklehimer. Brother Of Ewell T., David, Shannon And Moody Becklehimer, Susie Sipes, And The Late Irma Garrison. Uncle Of Joann Flowers And Many Other Nieces And Nephews. He Was A Native Of Dyersburg, Tn And A Resident Of Metairie,La Of 53 Years. Mr. Becklehimer Was A United States Marine During The Korean Conflict. A Special Thanks To The Hospice Associates. Family And Friends Are Invited To Attend The Funeral Mass At Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home 4747 Veterans Blvd. Metairie, La On Thursday, November 30, 2006 At 1:00 Pm. Visitation Will From 10:00 Am Until 1:00 Pm On Thursday. Interment Will Be In Garden Of Memories Cemetery. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000063 Bell - Warren Anthony 'Palu' Bell, Sr., Slipped Away To His Heavenly Home On Wednesday, November 22, 2006. Devoted And Beloved Husband Of Emma Ricard Bell; Father Of Warren Jr., Damian And Gavin Bell, Jenna B. Lizanna, Michelle B. Boissiere, Patrice B. Mercadel And The Late Aaron Bell Sr.; Grandfather Of Kristina, Brettany, Brianna, Bonnie, Dana, Aaron Jr., Nolan, Ryan, Adam, Monica, Filip, Angele, Lambert Iv, Celeste And Elise. Great-Grandfather Of Corey, Mason, Devante And Avery. Father-In-Law Of Rebecca, Debra, Lisa, Michael, Lambert Iii And Tracy. Godfather Of Mary Patin, Roxlyn Mogilles And Dwayne Gueno. Also Survived By Special Cousins Evelyn Leal And Thamis And Ronald Aguillard, Special Friends Dave Bartholomew, Wardell Quezergue And Charles Mogilles, Along With A Host Of Other Relatives And Friends, Near And Dear To Him. Mr. Bell Was A Respected Jazz Musician Noted For Pioneering The 'Bebop' Era Of Jazz In New Orleans. Relatives And Friends Of The Family, Also Officers, Members Of And Employees Of The National Tea Company, American Federation Of Musicians, Xavier University, Veritas Wealth Management And First Baptist Christian School Of Slidell Are Invited To Attend The Mass Of Christian Burial From St. Leo The Great Catholic Church, 2916 Paris Avenue On Monday, November 27, 2006 At 12:00 Noon. Father John Cisewski, Officiating. Visitation Will Be At The Church On Monday Morning From 10:00 A.M. To 12:00 Noon. Interment At Greenwood Cemetery, 5242 Canal Boulevard, New Orleans, La. Services Entrusted To: Louisiana Undertaking Company, Inc. 1449 North Claiborne Avenue New Orleans, Louisiana 70116 (504) 945-2145 Jeffery K. Jenkins/Renard A. Boissiere Funeral Directors Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000064 Belland - George N. Belland, Of Slidell, La On Monday, November 13, 2006. He Is Survived By His Wife Of 63 Years Pearl Boysen Belland; A Daughter Nancy Belland Wood; A Special Son-In-Law Dennis L. Wood; Two Grandchildren Matthew J. Wood, And Catherine A. Wood; A Sister And Brother-In-Law Beverly Belland Miller And David Miller Of Vero Beach, Florida.Mr. Belland Was Born November 6, 1919, In Kalamazoo, Michigan. He Spent Five Years Serving His Country In The U.S. Army During World War Ii. After Graduating From Marr Business College In Kalamazoo, His First Job Was With Kalamazoo Stationary Company (Later Mead Paper). He Retired In 1982. A Memorial Service Will Be Held On Thursday, November 30, 2006, At 11:00 Am At Village Church-Lutheran, 29180 Hwy 190, In Lacombe, Louisiana. Burial Will Be In Biloxi National Cemetery In Biloxi, Mississippi. In Lieu Of Flowers, Memorial Gifts May Be Made To The Alzheimer's Association. Arrangements By Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, La. Times Picayune 11-15-2006 **************************************** 000065 Bene - Mrs. Bessie 'Dolores' Bene, Age 69 Years, Passed Away On Saturday, November 11, 2006 At Canon Hospice In Jefferson, La. Mrs. Bene Is The Beloved Wife Of The Late David L. Bene. Mother Of Bizzie Bene And Wife Pat And Pamela B. Olivieri And Husband Louis. Daughter Of The Late Theodore R. Bateman And Beatrice Baze Bateman. Sister Of Dessie 'Doris' White, Beverly Lee, Robert Bateman And The Late Etysl Deverle Bateman, Melba Mullins, Jerry Bateman And Ernestine Hebert. Mrs. Bene Is Also Survived By 9 Grandchildren, 7 Great Grandchildren And Numerous Nieces And Nephews. Mrs. Bene Was A Retired Collections Clerk For Schwegmann's Supermarkets For 34 Years And Was Also A Member Of Tops Of Chalmette. Relatives And Friends Are Invited To Attend The Funeral Services At Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home Chapel, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (In Metairie Cemetery) On Monday, November 13, 2006 10:00am. Visitation Will Be From 8:00am Until 10:00am. Interment Will Follow In St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To Sign And View The Family Guestbook, Please Visit Www.Lakelawnmetairie.Com Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000066 Benner - Ronald Clayton Benner, Of Slidell, La On Sunday, November 12, 2006, At Slidell Memorial Hospital. Beloved Husband Of Deborah Mooney Benner. Brother Of Carla Weber And Kathy Salzer. Also Survived By 3 Neices, 1 Nephew And 2 Great Nephews. Age 53 Years. He Was A Deputy With The St. Tammany Parish Sheriffs Office. He Was Formerly With The La. Radio Network, Warb In Covington, Where He Covered Gov. Edwards During The 1970's. He Also Was The Receipent Of Two Associated Press Radio News Awards And Covered The Kent State Incident. Relatives And Friends Of The Family Are Invited To Attend The Memorial Services At Honaker Funeral Home,1751 Gause Blvd. West (In Forest Lawn Cemetery), Slidell, La On Saturday, November 18, 2006 At 10:00 A.M. Visitation On Saturday After 9:00 A.M. Until Funeral Time. Donations To The American Diabetes Assn. Or The American Cancer Society Preferred, In Lieu Of Flowers. Arrangements By Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, La. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000067 Bennett - Bruce William Bennett, Jr. Of Slidell, La On Monday, October 30, 2006, At His Residence. Son Of Brenda Miller And The Late Bruce W. Bennett. Brother Of Brook Bennett Burton And Brannon Bennett, Sr. Uncle Of Aizlynn And Layla Burton. Grandson Of Yolanda And James Miller. Also Survived By Numerous Aunts, Uncles And Cousins. Age: 31 Years. A Native Of New Orleans, La And A Resident Of Slidell, La. Relatives And Friends Of The Family Are Invited To Attend The Funeral. Services At Honaker Funeral Home, 1751 Gause Blvd. West (In Forest Lawn Cemetery), Slidell, La On Saturday, November 4, 2006 At 1:00 P.M.Rev. Charles Starnes, Officiating.Interment In Forest Lawn Cemetery. Visitation On Saturday After 11:00 A.M. Until Funeral Time. Donations To: Immune Deficiency Foundation (1-800-296-4433), 40 W. Chesapeake Ave. Suite 308, Towson, Md 21204, Attn: Logan Preferred, In Lieu Of Flowers. Arrangements By Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, La. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000068 Bergeron - May Kennedy 'Granny' Bergeron Passed Away On Sunday, November 26, 2006 At Southern Pines Personal Care Home In Picayune, Ms. Beloved Wife Of The Late Alcee J. Bergeron. Mother Of The Late Elsie B. Stricker. Mother-In-Law Of John Stricker, Jr. Daughter Of The Late Theresa Dinckel Kennedy And Louis Kennedy, Sr. Sister Of The Late Louis 'Chuck' Kennedy, Jr. And Jacob Kennedy. Grandmother Of Trudi Barr, John Stricker, Iii, And Chad Stricker. Also Survived By 13 Great- Grandchildren. Age 92 Years. A Native Of Mcdonoghville, La And A Resident Of Carriere, Ms. Relatives And Friends Of The Family Are Invited To Attend Funeral Services From Mothe Funeral Home, 1300 Vallette Street, Algiers, La On Thursday, November 30, 2006 At 10:30 Am. A Funeral Mass Will Be Celebrated At St. Anthony Catholic Church In Gretna, La At 11:00 Am. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, La. Parlors Will Be Open Thursday Morning At 8:00 Am. Information 366-4343. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000069 Bermingham - Thomas E. Bermingham, age 67, passed away Saturday, September 23, 2006. He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Peter Guiffera; a son, Tommy Turner; and daughter, Tammy Norris. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lillian Zimmerman. A Graveside Service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, November 18, 2006 at Algoma Cemetery South, Marhsall, TX. Downs Funeral Home, Marshall, TX in charge. Times Picayune 11-14-2006 **************************************** 000070 Bernard - Caitlyn Aliyah Bernard, our miracle baby, born on September 28, 2006 at 6:33 p.m. and died on October 25, 2006 at 2:17 p.m. Beloved daughter of Antonio Jr. and Chenita Bernard. Loving sister of Juantonita and Toni Bernard. Granddaughter of Anita Pierce, Lloyd McMillon, Antonio, Sr. and Laurette Bernard. Great-granddaughter of Louise Steele, Ruth Pierce, Edward Bernard, Sr. and Rodney McMillon. Niece of Celina Pierce, Carlissa Tobias (Lester), Crystal and Candice McMillon. God daughter of Alfred, Jr. and Angela August, Ronald Davis, Sr. and Darleen Joseph. Devoted friend of Jameelah Muhammad. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the graveside services on Friday, November 3, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at Providence Memorial Park. Bishop Jesse Rayford and Pastor Rosalyn Rayford officiating. No wake. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/ obits. Gertrude Geddes Willis Funeral Home, Inc. in charge. Times Picayune 11-2- 2006 **************************************** 000071 Bernard - Floyd A Bernard passed away on Wednesday, November 22, 2006. Son of the late Everett Bernard I and Theresa Falgout Bernard. Brother of the late Everett Bernard II and Barbara Ann Blackledge. Godfather of Everett Bernard III and Michelle Vidal. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. He served honorably in the U. S. Navy and worked for the railroad for a number of years. He also played bass guitar for many bands in this area. Age 62 years and a lifelong resident of Gretna, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Service in the Chapel of Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at 1:00 PM. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Parlors will be open Saturday morning from 11:00 AM until Funeral Time. Information: 366-4343. Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000072 Berning - Della Margaret Finnerty Berning passed away on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at the age of 86. Beloved wife of the late Robert H. Berning Sr. Loving mother of Robert H. Berning Jr., Nancy B. Freyer and Della Marie Berning. Daughter of the late Peter Finnerty Sr. and Catherine Caulfield Finnerty. Sister of the late Jim, John, Peter Jr. & Thomas Finnerty, Catherine Senz and Genevieve Tuite. Proud grandmother of Erin Berning, Trey Berning, Catharine Freyer, Christopher Freyer, Alexandra Bautsch and Andrew Bautsch. Great grandmother of Robert Gavin Berning and Alice Bourdette Rowley. She was a woman who only saw good in everyone she met. She will be missed dearly by her family, her friends and all who knew her. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., NOLA on Saturday, November 18th from 11:30AM 12:00PM. A Memorial Mass will begin at 12:00PM. Burial will follow in Garden of Memories. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-15-2006 **************************************** 000073 Berthelot - Kevin J. Berthelot, of River Ridge, LA, on Sunday, November 26, 2006 at 1:00 a.m. Beloved son of Hope Berthelot and the late Gary J. Berthelot, Sr. Father of Stephanie Scholsser. Brother of Craig and Gary Bethelot, Jr., Judith Brown, Patricia Bonck, Bonnie Herbert and Gaynell Brown. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces and - nephews. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services from the Jefferson Home of Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, LA on Wednesday, November 29, 2006 at 12:00 noon. Interment will be held at a later date. Visitation on Wednesday, November 29, 2006 from 10:00 a.m. until funeral time. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000074 Bias - Ms. Rose Mary Bias on Friday, October 27, 2006 entered into eternal rest. Survived by sons: Salim S. Khalid and Wilton Sheppard; sister, Mildred Anderson; brother, Herman Bias of CA; daughter-in-law, Ella Khalid; brother-in- law, Thomas J. Anderson, Sr.; granddaughter, Dominique T. Sheppard; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by parents: Rev. Percy Bias and Dorothy Ratliff Ross; and brother, Percy Bias, Jr. Funeral Service on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at Zion Travelers First Baptist Church, 406 Adams St., N.O., LA. Visitation on Saturday 9:00 a.m. at the Church. Officiated by Pastor Irvin Scales. Final resting place, Providence Memorial Park. Relatives and friends, pastor, officers and members of Zion Travelers First B.C. and all neighboring churches are invited to attend services. Professional services entrusted to GASKIN-SOUTHALL-GORDON & GORDON MORTUARY 1225 N. Rampart St., N.O., LA Information: (504) 566-9000 Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000075 Bickham - Janice Tucker Bickham, died on Wednesday, November 15, 2006. Beloved wife of McCoy Bickham, Sr. Daughter of Rev. Fred Porter and the late Mazie Causey Porter. Mother of Wendy Anthony, Danielle Hill, Zendy McDonnell, Dana, Dandrika, Jerome, Josh and Jamal Tucker, Jennifer and Corey Bickham, Sr. and the late McCoy Bickham, Jr. Also survived by 13 grandchildren and host nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Cypress Grove Baptist Church and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Wake and Funeral Service at Cypress Grove Baptist Church, 901 31st St., Kenner, LA on Friday, November 24, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. Rev. Ernest Porter, officiating. A Funeral Service will be held at New Life Baptist Church, 44189 Hwy. 38, Franklinton, LA on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at 11:00 am. Rev. Donald Smooth, officiating; Visitation will begin at 10:00 am; Interment: Brown Cemetery, Franklinton, La. Arrangements by DW Rhodes Funeral Home, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna, LA. Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000076 Biggs - Roey Helen McMahan Biggs, departed on Sunday, November 26, 2006, at 2:45 pm. Wife of the late Harry Joseph Biggs, Jr. Daughter of the late Annie Bessie Sane McMahan and Alfred Thurmand McMahan. Mother of Sharon H. Belt, Harriet B. Esneault, Roey B. Holliday and the late Bruce M. Biggs. Grandmother of Michael Esneault, Bruce Treadaway, Brian Esneault, Rachel Holliday and Joshua Holliday. Also survived by six great-grandchildren, two brothers and one sister. Age 83 years. A native of Forest City, NC and a resident of Metairie, LA. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass which will be celebrated in the chapel of LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., on Tuesday, November 28, 2006, at 2:00 pm. Interment in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. Visitation on Tuesday from 12:00 o'clock noon until 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Akula Foundation, benefiting Canon Hospice, P.O. Box 850715, New Orleans, LA 70185-0715, preferred. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000077 Billingsley - Madge Bigner Billingsley, a homemaker, 76 years old of Hammond, Louisiana, died Thursday, November 23, 2006, in North Oaks Medical Center. She was born Tuesday, February 25, 1930, in Hammond, daughter of the late Otto Morris Bigner and Evie Eunice Coates. She was a member of Eastern Star and Woodland Park Baptist Church. Surviving are 2 sisters, June B. Calkins of Pearl River, LA, and Linda B. Hutchinson of Springfield, LA; son-in-law, Larry Fannaly; 2 brothers-in-law, Richard Calkins, and Roy Hutchinson; 2 grandsons, Kirt Koerin of Huntington Beach, CA, and John B. Smith III of Hammond; granddaughter-in-law, Anne Marie Koerin of Huntington Beach, CA; 2 great-grandchildren, Colin and Brendan Koerin; as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, James E. Billingsley; daughter, Stephony B. 'Stephi' Fannaly; brother, Emmett Bigner; and a sister, Azelie Rust. Friends will be received at the Harry McKneely & Son Funeral Home, Hammond, on Sunday, November 26, 2006, from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. and on Monday, November 27, 2006 from 9:00 a.m. until services. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Pete Charpentier and Rev. Randy Ray officiating. Interment will follow in the Jerusalem Baptist Church Cemetery, Pumpkin Center, Louisiana. Email condolences to kkoerin@aol.com. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000078 Billman - Evelyn R. Schweikart Billman passed away on Wednesday, November 15, 2006. Beloved wife of Rev. Jack Billman, PHD. Mother of Darlene Radcliffe, Jacque Schmidt, Steven and Jonathan Billman. Sister of Susan Feist, Carol Retorick and the late Marian Grove, Catherine Carr and Edward Schweikart, Jr. Also survived by 7 grandsons and 6 great granddaughters. Aged 77 years, a native of Williamsport, PA and a resident of Covington, LA for several years. She was a graduate of New Orleans Theological Seminary and she earned her doctorate of Theology from Carolina University of Theology. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral services on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 2:00 PM from E.J. Fielding Funeral Home Inc., 2260 W. 21st. Ave., Covington, LA 70433. Visitation on Friday from 1:00 PM until service time. Interment in Limerick Garden of Memory Cemetery, Limerick, PA on Tuesday, November 21, 2006. In lieu of flowers, donations to the First Baptist Church Katrina Relief Fund or to the LA Baptist Children's Home in Monroe, LA. Sign guestbook online www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000079 Billy - Vera Mae Billy, a retired Tulane University employee, faithful member of Greater St. Stephen Baptist Church for over 50 years, member of usher boards # 1 and 3 and an Eastern Star died peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday Nov 21, 2006. Ms. Billy was born in Foxworth, Mississippi on January 5, 1921. Ms. Billy is preceded in death by her husband Eli Billy and one son Clifton Billy. She leaves to mourn one son Raymond Billy (Paulette) and one daughter Carlene Billy. Seven Grand-Children Vera Billy Triplett (John), Rashanda Billy, Raymond Billy, Jr., Paul Edwin, Daniel Billy, Stephen Billy, and Emanuel Billy, Four great - grandchildren Elie Billy, Devonte Billy, Tyron Billy and Taylor Triplett. She also leaves to mourn a host of other relatives and friends. A viewing will be held on Sunday November 26, 2006 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm and funeral services will be held on Monday November 27, 2006 at Little Rock Baptist Church in Foxworth ,Mississippi. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000080 Bingham - Calvin Bingham died Tuesday, October 31, 2006 at Ochsner Hospital of a massive heart attack. He was born in Jackson, MS. He leaves behind his mother, Julia Bingham. Surviving sons: Calvin Ellis and Daniel Ellis; 6 grandchildren; and a host of siblings, family and friends. Times Picayune 11-8- 2006 **************************************** 000081 Biri - Lt. Colonel Paul L. Biri, USAF (Retired), at Canon Hospice, on Friday, November 3, 2006 at 9:28 a.m. with his sister, Shirley Robert at his side. Father of LaVelle Franklin, Valerie Guilbeau, Merrick Biri, Melvin Biri and Kay Biri. Brother of Shirley Robert, the late Warren Biri and Lawrence Biri. Grandfather of Brian, Aaron, Aimee, Colleen, Meredith, Branson and Mitchell. Son of the late Emily Marie Gruntz Biri and Paul Michele Biri. Age 87 years. A native of New Orleans, Louisiana. Army Air Corps veteran of WWII. Served in the European Theatre and was the bombardier in the lead plane of the largest bombing mission in the history of the world on December 24, 1944. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Rosary and Funeral Mass from the Metairie Funeral Home of LAMANA-PANNO-FALLO, 1717 Veterans Blvd., at Bonnabel Blvd. on Monday, November 20, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. Followed by interment in Arlington National Cemetery on Friday, December 22, 2006. Friends may sign the online guestbook at www.legacy.com. Funeral information: 831-9901. Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000082 Birner - William 'Bill' Birner, a retired attorney died at home on November 16, 2006 of pancreatic cancer at the age of 69. Mr. Birner was born in Brooklyn, New York on August 10,1937, and lived in Lawrence, Kansas, Bellingham, Washington, Athens, Ohio, Lafayette, Louisiana and LaPlace, Louisiana. He graduated from Erasmus High School, Brooklyn College, the University of Kansas and Loyola Law School. He was a professor of theatre and author of '20 Plays for Young Children.' He was an attorney for 19 years before he retired. He was the 1994 King of Krewe Du Monde and had designed all the costumes for the Court for 5 years. He is the son of the late Augusta Birner of New York, New York and Leon Birner of New York. He is survived by his wife, Brenda Braud Birner, his son and his son's fiancee', Russell Birner and Jennifer Crowe from Redondo Beach, California, his daughter and son-in-law, Hayley and Rick Traverso from Saddlebrook, New Jersey, his son and daughter-in-law, Daniel and Ton Birner from Torrance, California, his sister and brother-in-law, Lois and Dr. Harold Wesley from Sarasota, Florida, 4 grandchildren, 4 brothers-in-law, 2 sisters-in-law, his mother-in-law and father- in-law, Lillian and Lester Braud, Sr., 8 nieces and 6 nephews. Thanks to Betty Robertson who kept him comfortable and a special thanks to Virginia Malik who gave him and his family special treatment in their time of need. Relatives and friends of the family, are invited to attend services. Visitation at Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, 2806 W. Airline Hwy., Laplace, LA. on Sunday, November 19, 2006 from 5 pm to 9 pm and on Monday, from 8 am to 10 am. Followed by Memorial Services at the Funeral Home Chapel at 10 am. Burial in St. Charles Borromeo Cemetery, Destrehan, LA. Times Picayune 11-18-2006 **************************************** 000083 Blake - Benjamin Herbert Blake passed away unexpectedly in New Orleans, LA. on Monday, November 27, 2006. Benjamin was a native of Norfolk, VA. and a resident of Covington, LA. for the past two years, formerly of Richmond, VA. Beloved husband of Jerri Renee Haynie Blake. Father of Skyler, age 6 and Gabriel, age 2. Brother of Cory Blake. Son of the late Virginia Norfleet Cory Blake and Preston Blake. Also survived by many relatives and friends. Benjamin will be greatly missed and forever loved. Relatives and friends of the Family are invited to attend the Memorial Service from the Funeral Home of Bagnell & Son Funeral Home, 75212 Lee Road, Covington, LA. on Friday, December 1, 2006 at 1:00 P.M.Friends may call after 11:30 A.M. Friday. Interment Private. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000084 Blakesley - Joan Mims Blakesley, age 73 years, beloved wife of A.J. Blakesley. Daughter of the late Enola and John Mims. Mother of Jan Korndorffer and Steve Blakesley. Mother-in-law of Rick Korndorffer and Jeanette Blakesley. Sister of Joy Parr. Sister-in-law of Betty and Alex Riedlinger. Grandmother of Amy and John Korndorffer, Craig, Sarah and Kelly Blakesley. Step-grandmother of Sharon Glancey, Rickie Sue, Scott, Kelly and Adam Korndorffer. Step-great-grandmother of Tyler and Tristan Alford. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Blakesley was a resident of Jefferson Parish for over 50 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend Funeral Services from the Jefferson Home of Tharp- Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd. at 43rd St., Metairie, LA on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at 12:00 noon. Interment in Garden of Memories. Visitation on Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. until service time. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Akula Foundation (Canon Hospice), P.O. Box 850715, New Orleans, LA 70185-0715. Times Picayune 11-21-2006 **************************************** 000085 Blanchard - James Roger Blanchard passed away on November 4, 2006 after a long illness. Age 75. Son of the late Roger A. and Robbie Farrior Blanchard. Loving father of Barbara Blanchard Witt (Alan), Wendy Blanchard Currier (Greg) and James Roger Blanchard, II. Grandfather of Sarah Marie Witt. Brother of Bobbie Sue Miller Honour. Uncle of Kimberly Park (Larry) and Ernest C. Miller, IV (Julie). Also survived by his beloved longtime friend and companion, Evelyn G. Cohn. Mr. Blanchard was a graduate of the Gulf Coast Military Academy and Loyola University (D.Pharm.). He was owner and operator of Blanchard's Apothecary in the Pere Marquette Building Arcade for over 50 years, and his father before him. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery), on Friday, November 10, 2006 at 12:00 p.m. Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Jesuit Seminary Fund, 710 Baronne St., Ste. B, New Orleans, LA 70113, Attn: Melissa, (504) 821-0334. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-8-2006 **************************************** 000086 Blanchard - Marguerite Porter Burns Blanchard went to her heavenly father on Wednesday, November 1, 2006 at 4:15 AM. Age 89 years. Beloved wife by first marriage of the late Frank J. Burns Sr. and by second marriage of Joseph B. Blanchard Sr. Mother of Carolyn B. Walther and Frank J. Burns Jr. Mother-in-law of Donald L. Walther Sr. and Bonnie H. Burns. Step-mother of Joseph B. Blanchard Jr. and his wife Jeanette. Grandmother of Judy W. Leto, Donald L. Walther Jr., Caroline W. Raymond, Jennifer W. Noveh, Frank J. Burns III, Darren Burns, Michael Burns and Joseph B. Blanchard III. She is also survived by 17 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. She was a resident of Heritage Manor of Mandeville for 3 years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Greenwood Funeral Home Chapel, (Formerly All Faiths) (486-0880) 5200 Canal Blvd. on Friday, November 3, 2006 at 1:00 PM. Interment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery # 1. Visitation will be on Friday from 11:00 AM until time of Mass. To view or sign the Family Guestbook please visit www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net/ Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000087 Blanda - John Anthony Blanda, Sr., a retired Harvey postman passed away on Tuesday, November 28, 2006. Beloved husband of Edith Perry Blanda. Father of Trudy B. Falterman (Herman) and John A. Blanda, Jr. (Linda). Son of the late Joseph Blanda and Mary Desalvo Blanda. Brother of Lena Delauney, Rosemary Arcement, Joseph Blanda, Nick Blanda and the late Sam Blanda, Josie Lisotta, Phillip Blanda, Fee Dontillo, Rosalie McClean and Frank Blanda. Brother-in-law of Alton and Charles Perry and Helen Jacobsen. Grandfather of 5 and Great Grandfather of 8. Mr. Blanda was a World War II Veteran and was awarded the Purple Heart. He was also a 32nd degree Mason. Age 86 years. A native of Marrero, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA for the past 43 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass in the Chapel of Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Thursday, November 30, 2006 at 1PM. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation at the funeral home on Thursday from 10AM until Mass time. Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000088 Blandino - Victoria S. Blandino, age 80 years, passed away on Thursday, November 16, 2006. Beloved wife of the late Dr. Joseph Anthony Blandino. Mother of Cathy Wallace and her husband, John, Jodie Geer and her husband, Bob, and the late Vicky Miller, Paul Blandino and Joseph Blandino. Grandmother of Shawn Miller; Jamie Yates; Anne Marie Wallace; Bobby and Brandi Geer; Joseph, Jessica, Daniel, Vicky, Leslie and Johnny Blandino; and Catherine Barnett. Daughter of the late John and Josephine Segreto. Sister of Gloria LeBlanc and Salvadore Segreto and the late Angelo and James Segreto. We would like to give special thanks to Nancy Danna for bringing happiness to the last year of Mrs. Blandino's life. Also special thanks to Lafayette General for their compassion, care and support. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 2:00 PM. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. Visitation will begin at 12:00 noon. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Acadiana, 2600 Johnston Street #200, Lafayette, LA 70503. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com Times Picayune 11-18-2006 **************************************** 000089 Blank - Carroll Joseph Blank, a retired banker passed away on Saturday, November 4, 2006. Beloved husband of Linda Broome 'Jane' Blank. Father of Kim B. Garland (Rodney), Carolyn B. Guidry (Hilton) and Crystal B. Fulda (Adrian). Grandfather of Rodney, Jr. and Kristin Garland. Son of the late Mitchell Blank and Isabelle Campo Blank. Age 64 years. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna for 60 years and Madisonville for the past 4 years. Relatives and friends of the family, also employees of Mississippi River Bank, Guaranty Bank, Jefferson Guaranty, Delta, Investors, Regions, Westwego Rotary Club and New Orleans Chamber of Commerce are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial in the Chapel of Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Friday, November 10, 2006 at 11:00 AM. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation at the funeral home on Friday from 9:00 AM until Mass time. Times Picayune 11-8-2006 **************************************** 000090 Blattberg - Virgie Mae Orr-Blattberg on Saturday, November 4, 2006. Age 71 years. Beloved wife of Daniel Blattberg. Daughter of the late Eugene Williams Orr and Frances Catherine O'Connor Orr. Family and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Mass at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home 4747 Veterans Blvd. Metairie, LA on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 11:00 am. Visitation will be on Saturday from 10:00 am until 11:00 am. Inurnment will be in Lakelawn Mausoleum. Times Picayune 11-17- 2006 **************************************** 000091 Blum - Charles Edward Blum died November 23, 2006. He was born October 28, 1917. Visitation will be Monday, November 27, 2006 at Harry McKneely & Son in Ponchatoula, LA. from Noon until the 2:00 PM Funeral Home Chapel Service. Email condolences to: hmckneely@i-55.com/ subject line Blum. Times Picayune 11-25-2006 **************************************** 000092 Bode - Memorial services were held on Saturday, October 28, 2006 in New Brunswick, New Jersey at St. Peter's Catholic Church for George A. Bode who died September 30, 2006 in Lakeland, Florida at the age of 57. He was born in New Brunswick, New Jersey on July 29, 1949, and was a resident of Orange Beach, Florida. He was a patent attorney with offices in New Orleans, Louisiana, Pensacola and Lakeland, Florida and served as Judge Advocate in the United States Marine Corps. He retired from the Marine Corps after twenty-five years of service at the rank of Lt. Colonel. He was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1975, the New Jersey Bar in 1976 and the Louisiana Bar in 1979. He was also admitted to practice before the United States Patent and Trademark Office on December 31, 1980 and the United States Court of Military Appeals. He was a member of the Louisiana Engineering Society, a State Society of the National Society of Professional Engineers and many other affiliations. His preparatory education consists of the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, New York (B.S. & M.S., Mechanical Engineering, 1971, 1972); Legal education, University of Miami, Florida, (Juris Doctor, December 1974), University of Exeter, England 1973, Austro-American Institute, Vienna, Austria 1974. Mr. Bode, a second generation Hungarian American, studied and spoke Hungarian and was an active member of Hungaria, an organization of Hungarians in Louisiana centered in New Orleans and Albany, Louisiana. Survivors include his wife, Reba Beech Bode of Orange Beach, Florida; his father Aaron Bode of New Brunswick, New Jersey; one brother, Gary M. Bode of Venice, Florida; and one sister, Donna M. Bode of New Brunswick, New Jersey. Mr. Bode is the son of the late Ottilya Sincky Bode. He is also survived by his nephews, Gary Bode, Jr. and Michael Bode. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000093 Bodin - Paul Hypolite Bodin, beloved Brother, Son and Father, died on or about Saturday, 21 October 2006 of coronary complications. Paul is survived by his father, Hypolite P. Bodin; mother, Beverly H. Mire; brother, Michael-Patrick Bodin and son, Alexander Bodin. He was a lifelong resident of Lafayette, LA and the New Orleans area. He was formerly employed at P.A. Menard, Monahan Direct Mail & Printing and Mire Antiques. He will be missed by many and loved by all who will remember how he touched each one's live with his own brand of wit, humor and celestial outlook. He was 41. The family will not be holding services and will conduct a private burial. Guest book may be signed on-line at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000094 Boehmer - Dorothy Jean Brown Boehmer, after a long illness. died November 25, 2006 at her home in Jacksonville, Florida, Mrs. Boehmer was born December 29, 1914, in Sidon, Mississippi to the late Berry D. and Naomi Smith Brown. Mrs. Boehmer held several positions including Assistant State Director of Southeastern Louisiana AARP, Coordinator of Senior Adult Ministries and the Comfort Ministry of the Greater New Orleans Federation of Churches, and Coordinator of Senior Adult Services for the Associated Catholic Charities. Mrs. Boehmer was preceded in death by her husband, George H. Boehmer, Jr., her son, George H. Boehmer, III, and daughter Ragene Ramirez. She is survived by her daughter, Georgene N. Boehmer, grandson, Charles Lee, and beloved 'adopted' son, Joseph Lourcey. Mrs. Boehmer dedicated her entire life to the love of her Lord, Jesus Christ, and to the service of others. The funeral will be held at the Wilson & Knight Funeral Home in Greenwood, Mississippi, 910 Hwy. 82 W on Thursday, November 30, 2006. Visitation from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Service following. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000095 Boihem - Oran 'Hiway' Adolph Boihem, on Thursday November 16, 2006 at 10:00 am. Beloved husband of Shirley Geisel Boihem. Loving father of Debra Shihadeh, George L. Boihem and Sandra A. Boihem. Grandfather of Michael Shihadeh, Michelle Wilson, Crystal and Chad Boihem. Great-grandfather of three. Age 83 years. A native of New Orleans and a resident of St. Bernard for the past 35 years. Relatives and friends of the family, also employees of Touro Infirmary, are invited to attend the Funeral. Funeral services will be from the Funeral Home of Lamana-Panno-Fallo, 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, on Tuesday, November 21, 2006, at 12:00 Noon. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10:00 am until service time. Arrangements by JACOB SCHOEN AND SON FUNERAL DIRECTORS. Guestbook may be signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-19- 2006 **************************************** 000096 Bolton - Robert Murphy Bolton, age 63 years, passed away on Tuesday, October 31, 2006 at Thomas Hospital in Fairhope, AL. Mr. Bolton is the father of Allyson Bolton Peters and the late Marian Elizabeth Bolton. Son of the late Walter C. Bolton and Marian Murphy Bolton. Stepson of Jacquelyn LeRoi Bolton. Brother of Judy Bolton Steirwald. Stepbrother of Joseph S. Bolton. Mr. Bolton is also survived by two grandchildren and his stepdaughter, Shawn Flanagan and her three children. Mr. Bolton was a former resident of New Orleans and a longtime resident of Mobile, AL. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral services at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Friday, November 3, 2006 at 2:00 pm. Visitation will begin from 1:00pm until 2:00 pm. Interment will follow in Metairie Cemetery. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-2- 2006 **************************************** 000097 Bordelon - Floy Jennings Bordelon on Monday November 27, 2006. Beloved wife of Samuel A. Bordelon. Mother of Samuel J. Bordelon and Ronald A. Bordelon. Grandmother of Mark, Bret and Ronald Bordelon, Ronda Poche, and Michelle Bordelon. Also survived by 14 great-grandchildren. A former resident of New Orleans, LA for 70 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service on Thursday November 30, 2006 at 8:00 P.M. from E.J. Fielding Funeral Home 2260 West 21st Ave. Covington, LA 70433. Visitation on Thursday from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Sign guestbook online www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000098 Borne - Albert (Teshot) Borne, Jr., of Edgard, LA at River Parishes Hospital, LaPlace, LA, on Friday, November 10, 2006. Son of the late Albert and Ethel Borne, Sr. Father of Annette, Adam (Gloria), Karen, Amad and Damon Borne, Amanda (Elcid) Raymond, Tasha Washington, Angelic Borne and the late Kara-Lee Borne. Brother of Ruby (Robert) Boudoin, Clara (Wendell) Thompson, Elizabeth (Reginald) Lawson, Daniel (Ora-Lee) Borne, Dennis (Alethea) Borne, Landry (Darlene) Borne, Sally (Warren) Becnel, Belinda Nevers and the late Donald Borne. Also survived by 11 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. A native and resident of Edgard, LA. Age 63 years. Relatives and friends of the family; also priest and parishioners of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from the St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 2361 Hwy. 18, Edgard, LA. Father Joel Cantone - celebrant. Interment Church Cemetery. Visitation at the Church after 9:00 a.m. Arrangements by THE BALONEY FUNERAL HOME, L.L.C. 399 Earl Baloney Dr., Garyville, LA 70051 Information: (985) 535-2540 Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000099 Boudin - Ethel May Dupre Boudin, age 97 years, passed away on Monday, November 6, 2006 at River Regions Hospice House in River Ridge, LA. She is the beloved wife of the late Jules Henri Lesseps Boudin. Mother of Marcelle Boudin Creel (Jules V. Creel), Ethel Boudin Normand (Louis Normand), Jeanne Boudin Simmons (Robert Simmons), Henry J. Boudin (Adelyn Boudin) and the late Jules A. Boudin and John P. Boudin. Daughter of the late Victoria H. Dupre and Henry J. Dupre. Sister of Marguerite D. Landry, William Dupre, Rudolph Dupre and the late Herbert Dupre, Thelma Dupre Bergeron, Gertrude Dupre Giroir, Clifford Dupre, Thomas Dupre, Edward Dupre, Edgar Dupre and Cecil Dupre. Mrs. Boudin is also survived by 15 grandchildren, 32 great grandchildren and 5 great great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at 10:00am. Visitation will begin from 8:00am until 10:00am. Interment will follow in Metairie Cemetery. In lieu of flowers: donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 105 Campus Drive East, Destrehan, LA 70047. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-8-2006 **************************************** 000100 Boudreaux - Harry A. Boudreaux, died on Monday, November 20, 2006 at East Jefferson Medical Center. Husband of the late Louise D. Boudreaux. Father of Harry (Cindy) Boudreaux, Jr. of LaPlace, LA., Robert Boudreaux of New Orleans, LA., Janice B. Williams of Marrero, LA. and the late Yvonne Williams and Joyce Brown. Brother of Dorothy Mims of Donaldsonville, LA. Also survived by 7 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, 4 sisters-in-law, 1 brother-in-law and a host of other relatives and friends. A native and resident of Metairie, LA. Age 87 years. Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at 12:30 p.m. from Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, Kenner, LA. Entombment in Restlawn Cemetery in Avondale, LA. Visitations from 11:30 a.m. until funeral time on Saturday at the church. Arrangements by Williams & Southall Funeral Home, Napoleonville, LA. 985- 369-7231 Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000101 Boudreaux - Hilda White Boudreaux on Friday November 3, 2006 at her Residence. Wife Of The Late Natchez Joseph Boudreaux, Sr. Mother Of Mary Louise Johnson Thomas Of Spokane, Washington. Grandmother Of Michael Thomas, Mark Tomas, Guy Thomas And Denise Thomas. Devoted And Grand Niece Of Darlene Favorite. Daughter Of The Late James And Emma White. Also Survived By 5 Great Grandchildren Of Spokane, Washington, And A Host Of Nieces, Nephews, Cousins Other Relatives And Friends. Age: 87 Years A Native Of Harvey, La. And A Resident Of Marrero, La. Relatives And Friends Of The Family, Also Pastors, officers And Members Of Second Highway B.C., Morning Star M. B. C. And All Neighboring Churches.Are Invited to Attend The Funeral Service From Second Highway B.C. 1533 Haydel Dr. Marrero, La. On Friday November 10, 2006 At 10: 00 A.M. Rev. Joseph Walker- Officiating (No wake). Visitation From 9:00 A.M. Until Service Time Interment: McDonoghville, La. Arrangements By Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, La. Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000102 Boudreaux - Horace 'T-Boy' Anthony Boudreaux passed away at West Jefferson Medical Center on Tuesday, October 31, 2006 at 1:30 PM. Beloved husband of Zulma Parks Boudreaux. Father of Wade and Craig Trosclair, Shelli Vitrano, Cathy and Chad Rome, Antoinette Hymel and Desiree and Candice Boudreaux. Son of the late Henry Theriot and Edna Gros Theriot. Brother of Al Joseph Boudreaux, Rose Prejeant, Ophelia Gisclair and the late Edna Coates. Also survived by eleven grandchildren. Age 54 years. Relatives, friends of the family and employees of Highlines Construction are invited to attend the Funeral Service from WESTSIDE/ LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 1:00 PM. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 10:00 AM until funeral time. For information, call 341-9421. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000103 Bourg - Sister Claudia Bourg, C.I.C. a member of the congregation of the Sisters of the Immaculate Conception for over 60 years and a retired teacher, died on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at Our Lady of Wisdom Healthcare Center. She is survived by her sister and brother-in-law, Marie Bourg Tullier and Charles Tullier of Baton Rouge, LA, a sister-in-law, Leola Bourg, her cousin, Sister Elizabeth Bourg, C.I.C., also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, grand niece and grand nephews, Sister was preceded in death by her parents, Luce Crochet Bourg and Lawrence Bourg, two sisters, Sister Dolores Bourg, C.I.C. and Sister Dorothy Bourg, C.I.C., two brothers, Lawrence, Jr., and Dennis Bourg, and her aunt, Sister Melanie Bourg, C.I.C. Sister taught for numerous years in schools across Southern Louisiana. She was born Agnes Betty Bourg in Baton Rouge, LA on March 20, 1927. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass to be celebrated in Our Lady of Wisdom Chapel, 5600 Gen. De Gaulle Drive, New Orleans, LA on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. Visitation will be at Our Lady of Wisdom Chapel on Wednesday beginning at 9:00 A.M. with a Prayer Service at 9:30 A.M. Interment will follow the Mass in St. Philomena Catholic Cemetery in Labadieville, LA. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Our Lady of Wisdom Healthcare Center, 5600 Gen. De Gaulle Drive, New Orleans, LA 70131-7247, preferred. Arrangements by Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home. Times Picayune 11-7-2006 **************************************** 000104 Bourgeois - Elise Hymel Bourgeois on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 in Lutcher, La. Beloved wife of the late Hilton G. Bourgeois, Sr. Daughter of the late Severin and Henrietta Hymel. Loving mother of Mary Ann Flowers and husband the late Ralph Flowers, Debbie Whitney and husband Pat Whitney of Lutcher, La., Gail 'Rodie' Patterson and husband George Patterson of Gramercy, La., Lynn Vogt and husband George Vogt of Frisco, TX, Allen Bourgeois and wife Darlene Bourgeois of Gonzales, La., Hilton Bourgeois, Jr. and wife Mary Bourgeois of St. Rose, La. Sister of Mildred Sellman, Esther Madere, Ethel McClure, the late Severin Hymel, Jr., Joseph Hymel, Francis Hymel and Anne Marie Rodrigue. Grandmother of the late Vickie Lynn Vogt. Great-grandmother of the late Tristan Michael Patterson. Also survived by 14 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren. Age 90. A native of Wallace, La. and a resident of Lutcher, La. A Mass of Christian Burial is at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, November 24, 2006 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Paulina, La. Interment in St. Joseph Mausoleum, Paulina, La. Visitation at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Paulina, La. from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Friday. ALEXANDER FUNERAL HOME of Lutcher, La. in charge. Times Picayune 11-23-2006 **************************************** 000105 Brady - Jodie Ann Brady passed away in her sleep of natural causes on Thursday, October 19, 2006, age 44 years. Beloved mother of Nelson Robert Brady and the late Nicholas Paul Catalanotto. Daughter of Maude Weiss Brady and the late Joseph Albert Brady, Jr. Sister of Kevin Michael Brady. Aunt of Christopher Michael Brady and Katie Marie Brady. Private Memorial Services were at St. Patrick Cemetery # III. In lieu of flowers donations preferred to Volunteers of America New Iberia, LA Chapter. Arrangements: LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000106 Branch - Don R. Branch, 77, passed away on Thursday morning, November 23, 2006 at St. Dominic-Jackson Memorial Hospital in Jackson, Mississippi. Visitation will be held Tuesday morning November 28, 2006 from 11:30 until the 1:00 o'clock funeral service in the chapel of First Baptist Church, Jackson, Mississippi. Committal service will follow at Duck Hill Cemetery in Duck Hill, Mississippi. Mark Seepe Funeral Directors of Jackson is in charge of arrangements. Mr. Branch, son of Elmo and Kate Walker Branch, was born February 12, 1929 in Duck Hill, Mississippi. He attended Mississippi University on an athletic scholarship in track and basketball, and earned his BS with honors 1951. Upon graduation, He served in the Air Force before settling in Duck Hill to operate the family dairy farm. His career also included association with F. S. Royster Company and the Farm Credit Banks of New Orleans and Jackson. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Jackson where he served as a deacon and taught Sunday School. His wife of 55 years Anne Aldridge Branch; sons Done E. Branch of St. Paul MN and his wife Linda, Bill Branch of Laurel, MD and his wife Leslie, and David E. Branch of Huntsville, NC and his wife Liz; 7 grandchildren, Ashlea and Courtney Branch of Laurel, MD, and Colin, Quentin, Christian, Lisa, and Melanie Branch of Huntersville, NC; and his brother, Elmo Branch of Duch Hill, MS and his wife Jamie survive him. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Diabetes Foundation of Mississippi, 16 Northtown Dr., Suite, 100, Jackson, MS 39211, (www.msdiabetes.org); or New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary, Office of Development, 3939 Gentilly Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70126 (www.nobtsfoundation.com); or to a charity of your choice. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000107 Brandon - Jessie R. Brandon on Monday, November 27, 2006 at 11:00 p.m. Beloved wife of Claud Brandon. Mother and mother-in-law of Jimmy and Sandy Ellis and Milton Ellis. Step-mother and step-mother-in-law of Bill and Nancy Brandon. Also survived by seven grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. Age 81. A native of Alexandria, La. and a resident of LaPlace for the past 23 years. Relatives and friends of the family, also members of the Busy Bees and Methodist Church Ladies are invited to attend services. Visitation at Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, 2806 West Airline Highway, LaPlace, La. on Thursday, November 30, 2006 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. followed by religious services at the funeral home chapel at 10:00 a.m. Burial at Garden of Memories Cemetery, Metairie, La. Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000108 Brannon - David Allen Brannon, 52, of Gainesville, Fl, died Sunday, October 29, 2006 in Lake City, FL. Mr. Brannon was born in Covington County, Alabama and was a former resident of Long Beach, MS for about 15 years, moving to Florida following Hurricane Katrinia. He retired from the U.S. Navy in 1996 after 24 years of service and following retirement worked for Lockheed Martin. He was Baptist and a member of the American Legion. He was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy Brannon. He is survived by a daughter, Darby Brannon of Chicago, IL; a son, Christopher Brannon of Manassas Park, VA; two brothers, Ken Cox of Opp, AL and Tim Cox of Knoxville, TN; his step-father, Donald Cox, Sr. of Columbus, Ga; and five grandchildren. Visitation will be held Thursday evening, November 2, 2006, from 5 until 8 p.m. at Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home, O'Neal Road, Gulfport. The funeral service is Friday, November 3, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment follows in Gulf Pines Memorial Gardens in Long Beach. View and sign register book at www.bradfordokeefe.com. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000109 Braud - Albert Joseph Braud, beloved father to Gina B. Zamora of Parker, CO, Tanya B. Christopherson of LaPlace, LA, Kim Boudreaux of Hammond, LA and Carla L. Braud of Reserve, LA, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at 2:15 p.m. at Canon Hospice. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ruth St. Romain Braud; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Lester Braud; and two brothers: Gerald and Douglas Bruad all of Port Allen, LA. He is survived by 7 beautiful grandchildren, 6 step-grandchildren and 1 great-grandson. Also survived by 3 sons-in-law, 1 daughter-in-law, a sister, Joyce B. Webre; and a brother, Joseph Braud. A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Chalres Borromeo Catholic Church, 13396 River Road, Destrehan, LA. Visitation starting at 10:00 a.m. Final resting place in Brusly, LA. Donations can be made in the memory of Albert J. Braud to Canon Hospice, P.O. Box 850715, New Orleans, LA 70185-0715. THIBODAUX'S FUNERAL SERVICES in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000110 Braud - Joseph 'Joe' Braud departed this earthly life on Thursday, October 26, 2006 at Capital Nursing Home of Baton Rouge, LA. Loving father of Stephanie and Kiaonka Bowser of Lutcher, LA. Also survived by 14 sisters, 13 brothers, 3 grandchildren, a host of sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of the Isrealite Baptist Church of Lutcher, LA and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. ath the Israelite Baptist Church, 2192 Alexander Ln., Lutcher, LA. Rev. Kevin Frederick Sr. officiating. Interment in First Community Antioch Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be at the above named Church on Saturday, November 4, 2006 from 9:00 a.m. until service time. BARDELL'S MORTUARY of Mt. Airy, LA in charge. Information: (985) 535-6837. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000111 Bravo - Melinda M. Bravo (1948-2006) Melinda M. Bravo died November 6, 2006 in Houston, TX after a brief illness. She was 57 years old. Born December 17, 1948 in New Orleans, Louisiana, she attended St. Scholastica in Covington, Louisiana; St. Rita and St. Anthony of Padua Grammar Schools and Dominican High School in New Orleans. She received her bachelor degree in Social Work from Southeastern Louisiana University in Hammond, Louisiana and her Master of Social Work degree from Tulane University. She worked at Orleans Parish Prison, for the Louisiana Department of Corrections and the New Orleans Mental Health Association as a social worker before conducting a private practice. She moved her practice to Tennessee and worked for Catholic Charities before moving to Houston in 1997 to help care for her aging parents. While in Houston she worked with the Montrose Counseling Center and most recently with AMED Community Hospice. Surviving her are her long time companion Karen Allen of Sugar Land, TX, and her mother, Mrs. Vylma Lacayo-Rivas, viuda de Bravo, originally from Managua, Nicaragua. She is preceded in death by her father, Mr. Jorge J. Bravo, of New Orleans, Louisiana; both residents of Houston for more than thirty years. She is also survived by four brothers, Dr. Jorge J. Bravo, II and wife Penny, Thibodaux, La.; Mr. Brock Bravo and partner Paul, New Orleans; Mr. Federico Bravo and wife Kathy, Jacksonville, Florida and Mr. Milhko Bravo and wife Linda, Sugar Land, Texas. She is also survived by four nieces, nine nephews and ten grand nieces and nephews. Her beloved pets will also miss her. The family wishes to give a special thanks to the AMED Community Hospice and the Vosswood Nursing Center for their wonderful and compassionate care and attention. A celebration of her life will begin at the Unity Church of Christianity, located at 2929 Unity Drive (at Hillcroft), Houston Texas, 77057, at 3 p.m. with a service beginning at 5 p.m. In lieu of flowers, she has requested that donations be made to The Heart and Soul Animal Sanctuary, 369 Montezuma Avenue, # 130, Santa Fe, NM, 87501. Times Picayune 11-8-2006 **************************************** 000112 Bravo - Melinda M. Bravo died November 6, 2006 in Houston, TX after a brief illness. She was 57 years old. A celebration of her life will begin at the Unity Church of Christianity, located at 2929 Unity Drive (at Hillcroft), Houston, Texas, 77057, at 3:00 p.m. with a service beginning at 5:00 p.m. Saturday, November 11, 2006. Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000113 Brazile - Lawrence Leonard Brazile died on Wednesday, October 18, 2006 at 4:30 a.m. at Heartland Hospice, Austell, GA. He was 94 years old. Mr. Brazile was employed by Muller's Furniture Company, Higgins Shipyard and The Times-Picayune, L.L.C. for 36 years. Beloved husband of Antonia Lombard Brazile Father of Lorraine Roberts and Larry Brazile. Grandfather of Gregory Barthe', Alicia Barthe'-Prevost and Sydney Brazile. Great-grandfather of Brett Barthe', Keith Prevost, Jr., Erin Prevost and Isaiah Brazile. Also survived by a host of nieces, a recently deceased niece, Shirley Brazile Porter, nephews, other relatives and friends/ Relatives and friends of the Brazile Family are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at St. Peter Claver Catholic Church, 1923 St. Philip Street, NOLA at 10:00 a.m. Visitation at 9:00 a.m. Interment in Mount Olivet Cemetery and Mausoleum Services entrusted to LOUISIANA UNDERTAKING CO., INC. 1449 N. Claiborne Ave., NOLA 70116 Information: (504) 945-2145 Jeffery K. Jenkins/Renard A. Boissiere Directors Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000114 Breaux - Cheryl Denney Breaux passed away on November 4, 2006 at West Jefferson Medical Center. Wife of Kerney Breaux, Jr. Loving mother of Ashley McDow and the late Christopher Breaux. Mother-in-law of Roy McDow. Grandmother of Laylah McDow. Daughter of Betty Denney and the late Robert M. Denney, Jr. Sister of Mary Gilmer, Bonnie Williams, Kathleen Parden, Robert M. Denney, III, Corey Denney and Thomas Denney. Also survived by numerous in-laws, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. Age 50 years. A native of Plaquemine, LA and a resident of Boothville, LA for the past 37 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral service in the Chapel of Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at 11AM. Interment in Nairn Cemetery, Nairn, LA. Visitation at the funeral home on Tuesday evening from 6PM until 10PM and on Wednesday from 8AM until funeral time. Times Picayune 11-7-2006 **************************************** 000115 Breaux - Edward Joseph Breaux, Jr., passed away at West Jefferson Medical Center on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at 12:17 AM. Beloved husband of Linda Holmes Breaux. Devoted father of Derek Edward Breaux, (wife, Adrienne) and Collin Walter Breaux. Son of Muriel P. Breaux Brady and the late Edward Joseph Breaux, Sr. Brother of Darlene B. Pillittere, (husband, Philip); Wayne T. Breaux, (wife, Odessa) and Anita B. Nemes, (husband, Joseph). Loving grandfather of Jordan Edward Breaux. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and many other loving relatives and friends. Mr. Breaux, age 57 years, served as a Specialist 4 in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Relatives, friends of the family and employees of Winn - Dixie are invited to attend the Funeral Service from WESTSIDE/ LEITZ- EAGAN FUNERAL HOME, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA on Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at 12:30 PM. Interment in Jefferson Memorial Gardens, St. Rose, LA. Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 9:00 AM until funeral time. Either flowers, or memorial donations to the American Cancer Society, 1- 800-227-2345 would be appreciated. For information, call 341-9421. Times Picayune 11-27-2006 **************************************** 000116 Breaux - Peter A. Breaux on Sunday, November 19, 2006 at 12:35 PM. Beloved husband of Melody Breaux. Son of the late Norbert and Annabelle Breaux. Brother of Pat Breaux and Peggy Diasselliss. Age 55 years. A native of Metairie and a resident of LaPLace for 15 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend services. Visitation at Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, 2806 West Airline Highway, LaPlace on Saturday, November 25, 2006 from 12 noon until 2PM followed by memorial services at the funeral home chapel at 2PM. Burial to be private at a later date. Times Picayune 11-22-2006 **************************************** 000117 Brennan - David Crofton Brennan, Jr., devoted son and brother and beloved uncle, passed away on Tuesday morning, November 7, 2006. David joins his parents, the late David Crofton Brennan, Sr. and Narcile Smith Brennan. He leaves to cherish his memory brothers and sisters: Mary Virginia Brennan Prouet (Paul Sr), Susan Marie Brennan, Terrence John Brennan (Lorrie), Timothy Louis Brennan and Maureen Anne Brennan McConnell (John). He was also dearly loved by his nieces and nephews: Yvette Narcile Prouet, Dr. Paul Etienne Prouet, Jr. (Dina), Matthew Terrence Brennan, as well as Alice Narcile, Brennan, John and Anne Maureen McConnell. David was also a granduncle to Connor Paul and Piper Ann Prouet. He also leaves a host of beloved cousins and countless godchildren and friends. David was a native of New Orleans, LA and resident of Metairie, LA for the past 54 years. He was co-owner and Secretary/Treasurer of Bennan Brothers Inc. David was an active member of numerous social organizations and was recipient of many honors and awards for his charitable deeds. David had a great sense of humor and an infectious laugh. He was a man of uncommon kindness, generosity and great faith. Everyone who knew David looked forward to receiving the myriad cards he mailed out on a regular basis. His love shined through each message and he had a way of making each person feel like they were the most important person in the world. He left a smile on the face of everyone he touched and he will be sorely missed. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at St. Catherine of Siena, 105 Bonnabel Blvd., Metairie, LA on Friday, November 10, 2006 at 11:30 a.m. Followed by interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at the Metairie Funeral Home of the Metairie Funeral Home of LAMANA-PANNO-FALLO, 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd. at Bonnabel Blvd. beginning at 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. and on Friday morning, November 10th from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Please sign online guestbook at www.legacy.com. Funeral information: 831-9901. Times Picayune 11-8-2006 **************************************** 000118 Bresler - Owen R. Bresler, age 76 of New Orleans died on Sunday, November 5, 2006 at 5:58 AM after a courageous battle with cancer. Beloved husband of Barbara Marvin Bresler. Loving father and father-in-law of Debra L. Bresler, Steven and Glenda Bresler, Scott and Barbara Bresler. Adoring grandfather. Son of the late Louis and Helene Heymann Bresler. Also survived by his mother-in-law Mamie Marvin, brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, adoring nieces, nephews, cousins and devoted dog, Jerry Berry. He was a private pilot from the age of 14, a graduate of the University of Georgia and member of Tau Epsilon Phi, a U.S. Army veteran, retired real estate broker and businessman. Born in Nashville, TN, reared in Atlanta, GA and a resident of New Orleans over 50 years. Funeral services will be held from Temple Sinai, 6227 St. Charles Avenue on Tuesday, November 7, 2006 at 2:00 PM with Rabbi Edward Paul Cohn officiating. Visitation at the temple from 1:30 to 2:00 PM. Graveside services and interment in Elmwood Cemetery, Birmingham, Alabama will be on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to Temple Sinai, 6227 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, LA 70118, St. Joseph Hospice Foundation, 824 Elmwood Park Blvd., Suite 155, New Orleans, LA 70123, or LA/SPCA, 701 Thayer Street, New Orleans, LA 70114. Arrangments by Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd. at 43rd St., Metairie. Information: (504) 835-2341 Times Picayune 11-6-2006 **************************************** 000119 Bright - Joseph 'Man' Bright answered the Lord's call on Monday, November 13, 2006 after a long illness at his home. He leaves to mourn 7 daughters, 3 sons, 35 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, 4 sons-in-law, 3 daughters-in-law, 6 sisters, 3 brothers, a host of other relatives and friends. Friends and relatives are invited to attend a Funeral Service on Monday, November 20, 2006 at Sunrise Baptist Church 1325 Lebouef St., Grenta, LA at 11:00 a.m. Interment at Christian Social Cemetery, Lafayette St., Gretna, LA. Visitation starting at 10:00 a.m. THIBODAUX'S FUNERAL SERVICES in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000120 Brinker - Thelma H. Bouterie Brinker on Saturday, November 18, 2006. Beloved wife of the late Benjamin H. Brinker. Mother of Elaine B. Lehrmann and the late Eleanor B. McGuire. Grandmother of Helaine L. Fossier, Ric Lehrmann, Jr. and Denise M. Kenna. Also survived by 7 Great-grandchildren. Age 88 years. A native of New Orleans, LA, former resident of St. Bernard Parish for 54 years; and a resident of Mandeville, LA for the past 11 months. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass on Wednesday November 22, 2006 at 11: 30 AM from Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church 2320 Paris Rd., Chalmette, LA 70043. Interment in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. Visitation at the Church on Wednesday from 9:30 AM until service time. E. J. FIELDING FUNERAL HOME, INC., Covington, LA in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-21-2006 **************************************** 000121 Brissette - James Brissette, Jr. born November 6, 1987 died August 29, 2005. Son of Sherrel Johnson and James Brissette, Sr. Grandson of Myrtle Nixon and Viola Carter. Services private. Arrangements by D.W. RHODES FUNERAL HOME. Times Picayune 11-6-2006 **************************************** 000122 Broadus - Walter 'Wally' Hadley Broadus on Monday, November 27, 2006. He was born in Mobile, AL on August 16, 1963 to Molly Hadley Broadus and the late Walter Harold Broadus. He is the beloved husband of Nanette Nolan Broadus and a resident of Covington, LA for the past 16 years. Three children, Kristen Snider, Chase and Seth Broadus survive him. He is the grandson of Walter B. and Ruth Helen Broadus. He is also survived by a brother, Phillip Broadus; his sister Courtney Broadus and many loving and devoted aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, friends and co-workers. He was a graduate of Mary Montgomery High School in Mobile and is a former Senior Lineman at CLECO. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend Funeral Services from the Chapel at E. J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 W. 21st Ave., Covington, LA, on Friday December 1, 2006 at 2:00 PM. Visitation will be Friday from Noon until 2:00 PM. Interment will follow Service at Pinecrest Memorial Gardens Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Nanette Broadus Children's Education Fund at Capital One, 1005 Lee Rd., Covington, LA 70433. Sign guestbook online www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000123 Broussard - Joseph Francis Broussard, age 45, died Monday, October 23, 2006 at Baptist Memorial Hospital Golden Triangle in Columbus, MS. Mr. Broussard was born on May 12, 1961 in New Orleans, LA to the late Francis Jasper Broussard and Diana Marie Labiche Broussard. He was a chef for over 25 years and living his dream for the past six years as owner and Executive Chef of J. Broussard's Restaurant in Columbus with his wife, Mary where he employed many young people who looked up to and respected him and he considered his adopted children. Survivors include: wife, Mary H. Broussard of Columbus, MS; daughter, Elizabeth Broussard of Columbus, MS; son Christopher Michael Broussard of Columbus, MS; mother, Diana LaBiche Broussard of New Orleans, LA; sisters: Denise Sassone (Dr. Randy) of Vicksburg, MS and Debbie Davis (Roland) of Los Angeles, CA; brother, Ray Broussard (Rosemary) of New Orleans, LA as well as nephews and nieces. Memorial Services were held in Columbus, MS on October 25, 2006. Internment is scheduled for 12:00 noon Saturday, November 18, 2006 at the Labiche family tomb in Metairie Cemetery. See Joseph F. Broussard's guest book on nola.com for details. Memorials can be made to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 16808, Jackson, MS 39236. Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000124 Brown - Amelia 'Mia' Brown on Wednesday, November 15, 2006 at her home in Boutte, LA. Daughter of the late Rayfield and Olivia Brown. Mother of Norris (Gail) Hill, Norman (Octavia) Brown, Delores (Norman) Taylor, Charles (Mary) Brown, Gertrude Brown, Sophia (Edward) Taylor, Raynell (Dina) Brown, Kenneth (Lanell) Boyd, Dominic (Triche) Brown, the late Robert Hill, Ophelia Brown and Olivia Turner. Sister of Milton Brown, the late Evelina Johnson, Hazel Gibson, Mathaline White, Julia Hill, Alma, Earline and Celestine Brown. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Age 84 years. A native and resident of Boutte, LA. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Mt. Zion Baptist Church and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 107 Magnolia Ridge, Boutte, LA on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Robert Pardo, Pastor, officiating. Interment St. Mary Cemetery, Boutte, LA. Visitation at the above named Church from 9:00 a.m. until service time. SERVICED BY ROBOTTOM Times Picayune 11-21-2006 **************************************** 000125 Brown - Evelyn Mae Brown died on November 11, 2006 from a car accident. Ms. Brown was born December 4, 1942 to the late Sam and Lucille Brown in New Orleans, LA. She was a resident of Kenner since 1951. She graduated from Booker T. Washington High School. She was the mother of four: Adarian Johnson of Houston, TX, Anthony Alexander of Baton Rouge, LA, Angela Taylor of New Orleans, LA and Latasha Hales of Dallas, TX. She was the grandmother of five: Lanard, Stetson and Christian Alexander of Houston, TX, Dedrick Selders of Baton Rouge, LA and Queena Taylor of New Orleans, LA and the great-grandmother of Lynkon Alexander. She also leaves to mourn four sisters and a host of nieces, nephews, many friends and treasure chest co-workers. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastor, officers and members of Little Zion Missionary Baptist Church and employees of Treasure Chest Casino are invited to attend the funeral services from Little Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 2200 Kenner Ave., Kenner, LA 70062 on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 1:00 pm. Visitation at 12:00 Noon. Rev. Leroy Taylor officiating. Interment Belgrove Cemetery. Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson is in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000126 Brown - Franklin R. Brown, Sr., U.S.M.C. (Ret.), passed away on November 3, 2006. Beloved husband of Esther Wire Brown and the late Kay K. Hoshino Brown by first marriage. Father of Franklin Brown, Jr., Jeannie Hynes, Lisa Comeaux, Karen Fiscus, Laurie Hamm, Kelli Higginbotham and Lisa Perkins. Son of the late Virgie Lisenbee Brown and James Losson Brown. Brother of Losson Brown, Mary Girardi, Richard Brown, and the late George and Virgil Brown. Also survived by 13 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Age 71 years. A native of Cisco, TX and a resident of Terrytown, LA. Relatives and friends of the family, also members of Fleet Reserve No. 162 and employees of Elliott Companies are invited to attend Funeral Services at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA onWednesday, November 8, 2006 at 9:00 AM. Parlors will be open Tuesday evening from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM and again on Wednesday morning from 8:00 AM until Funeral Time. Graveside services will be held with military honors at Port Hudson National Cemetery , Port Hudson, LA. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Fleet Reserve No. 162, 703 Kelper St., Gretna, LA 70053 or to Toys for Tots by visiting www.toysfortots.org. Times Picayune 11-7-2006 **************************************** 000127 Brown - James Earl Brown (Buddah, Baby James, Mama Sweets) of St. Bernard, LA, born February 5, 1982, died Saturday, October 21, 2006. James was the beloved son of Verdia Mae Brown and James Earl Mondy. Father of Jackson Jones, D'Evonte Brown and Semaj Williams. Brother of LaQuisha Skyes of Detroit, MI. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also all surrounding churches and pastors are invited to attend Funeral Services at Christian Fellowship Church, 5816 E. Judge Perez Dr. on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Henry Ballard, Pastor. Reverend James Tucker, Jr., officiating. Visitation at the Church from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Interment: Merrick Cemetery, Violet, LA. Arrangements entrusted to D.W. RHODES FUNERAL HOME, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna, LA. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000128 Brown - Kinta Ostarly Brown, born August 31, 1934, passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2006 at 1:35 PM. Age 72 years. Beloved wife of Claude F. Brown. Loving mother of Robert Duncan, Claudia Rodrigue, Darlene Bourgeois, and Bruce Brown. Mother-in-law of Monique Duncan, Chris Rodrigue, Harry Bourgeois and Dana Brown. Sister of Norman Ostarly, Walter Ostarly, Stenie Seals, the late Clayton 'C. J.' Ostarly and Ray Ostarly. Grandmother of Bobby Jr., Chad Sr., Travis, Brett, Tyler, Page and Payton. Great-grandmother of Chad Jr. and Cole. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Greenwood Funeral Home Chapel, (Formerly All Faiths)(486-0880) 5200 Canal Blvd. on Friday, December 1, 2006 at 11:30 AM. Interment will follow in The Biloxi National Cemetery. Visitation will be on Friday from 9:00 AM until time of Mass. In lieu of flowers donations to American Cancer Society, 2605 River Rd., New Orleans, LA 70121, (504- 833-4024).To view or sign the Family Guestbook please visit www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000129 Brown - Rhodesia Brown on October 31, 2006 entered into eternal rest. Survived by mother Carla B. Bibbs, children Jasmine and Jamie Patterson, Jahday Brown, step-father Herman Bibbs, Sr., 4 sisters Latrese Armstrong Reese, Eunice and Rosetta Armstrong, 1 brother Manuel A. Armstrong, Jr. and a host of other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her father Manuel A. Armstrong, Sr. Relatives and friends, pastor, officers, members of New Zion Baptist Church, employees of House of Blues and New Orleans Police Department are invited to attend services. Funeral on Friday, November 10, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at St. James Methodist Church, 1925 Ursulines Ave. Visitation on Friday, November 10, 2006 at 9:00 a.m. at St. James Methodist Church, 1925 Ursulines Avenue. Officiated by Rev. Austin Dennis. Final Resting: Green Street. Professional Service Entrusted To: Gaskin-Southall-Gordon & Gordon Mortuary 1225 North Rampart Street New Orleans, Louisiana (504)566-9000 Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000130 Brumfield - Justin Brumfield entered into eternal rest on Wed., Nov. 1, 2006. Beloved son of Van and Carolyn Brumfield. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, Nov. 11, 2006 at Majestic Mortuary, 1833 Oretha C. Haley Blvd. at 12:30 pm. Visitation at 12:00 noon. Interment in Providence Park. Majestic Mortuary in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000131 Bryant - Charles Nolan Bryant, 62 years old of Robert, La., died Wednesday, November 15, 2006 at his residence. He was born Thursday, August 24, 1944 in New Orleans, son of the late Wilson and Gertrude Cartwright Bryant. Surviving are his wife, Sherry Ratcliff Bryant and 2 daughters, Kimberly Callahan and Brandi Bryant; and a host of cousins. He was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Wilson Bryant Jr., Howard Bryant, and his sister, Loretta Bryant. Friends will be received Saturday, November 18, 2006 at Harry McKneely & Son Funeral Home in Hammond from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm. A memorial service will be held at Harry McKneely & Son Funeral Home, Hammond, Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 7:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. Email condolences to: hmckneely@i-55.com / subject line: Bryant. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000132 Bryant - Lonnie Jean Bryant, age 75, of Fort Smith, Arkansas former of New Orleans, Louisiana, passed away Sunday, November 5, 2006 in Fort Smith. She was a homemaker. She attended Ole Miss and was married to Dr. Leslie Ray Bryant, Jr. for 33 years. She resided in New Orleans most of her life, and moved to Fort Smith after Hurricane Katrina. She is survived by two daughters: Barbara and her husband, Dr. Edward Gills of Fort Smith, AR and Brenda Bryant Ph.D. and her husband, Shameem Choudhury of New Orleans, LA; one son, Dr. Leslie Ray Bryant III and his wife, JoAnna of San Antonio, Texas; one sister, Anna Ellis of Port Gibson, Mississippi; three grandchildren: Leslie Ray Bryant IV, Alex Choudhury Bryant and Lindsay Jackson Gills. Graveside Service will be 2:00 p.m., Thursday, November 9, 2006 at Oak Cemetery, Fort Smith, AR under the direction of EDWARDS FUNERAL HOME. Family will visit with friends Wednesday evening from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 at Edwards Funeral Home. To place an online tribute please visit www.edwardsfuneralhome.com. Times Picayune 11-8-2006 **************************************** 000133 Bulot - Ethel Lena Bulot passed away on Thursday, November 23, 2006 at the age of 89. Beloved wife of the late Benjamin J. Bulot Jr. Loving mother of Carolyn B. Gagliano and Benjamin J. Bulot III. Daughter of the late Henry Lena Sr. and Alice Love Lena. Sister of the late Henry Lena Jr. and Margaret Love Rizzuto. She is also survived and fondly remembered by her 7 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews. Mrs. Bulot was a native or New Orleans and a resident of St. Bernard Parish for over 30 years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., NOLA on Tuesday, November 28th from 10:00AM 12:00PM. A funeral service will begin at 12:00PM. Burial will follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, please consider a charitable contribution to the American Heart Association at 800-242-8721. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-26- 2006 **************************************** 000134 Burden - Ronald James (Burd) Burden at Thibodaux General Hospital, Thibodaux, LA, at 4:57 a.m. on Saturday, October 28, 2006. Son of Roseanna Williams Burden and the late James Burden, Jr. Brother of the late Alex Burden. Nephew of Joseph Williams, Sr. Also survived by cousins: Rosalind Langford, Paulette Butler, Alvin, Cornell and Anita Faye Traveler, Adam Cooper, Jr., Olivia Williams, Joann White and Joseph Williams, Jr.; and other relatives and friends. Age 56. Visiting at King David Baptist Church, King Avenue, Lutcher, LA, Tuesday, November 7, 2006 from 10:00 a.m. until Religious Services at 11:00 a.m. Conducted by the Rev. Dr. Herbert Gordon. Interment in Antioch B.C. Cemetery, Paulina, LA. BRAZIER-WATSON FUNERAL HOME in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-6-2006 **************************************** 000135 Burkert - Flora Mae Ziegler Burkert Flora Mae Ziegler Burkert died Wednesday, November 22, 2006 while visiting family in Katy, TX. She was the beloved wife of Harold Charles Burkert; mother of Harold (Chip) Burkert, Craig Burkert and Cynthia Freudenthal; and sister of Philip Ziegler, Jr. and Carolyn Bouchard. She is also survived by grandchildren Chris and Ross Burkert; Tom, Ben, and Dan Burkert; and Jeff and Peter Rhodes. Born in New Orleans on June 20, 1930, she taught in the New Orleans Public Schools from 1963 until she retired in 1990 as an Assistant Principal. She graduated from Newcomb College with a B.A. in Mathematics in 1950 and later attained a Master's Degree in Education from Loyola University. Mrs. Burkert was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church in New Orleans, where she taught Sunday School and Bible Classes. More recently she had been an active member of Christ the King Lutheran Church, 1001 W Esplanade Ave in Kenner, where a memorial service will be held for her on Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to The American Diabetes Association at 1-800-DIABETES (1-800-342-2383) or www.Diabetes.org or to the American Cancer Society at 1-800-ACS-2345 or www.Cancer.org. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000136 Bush - Elaine Garatie Bush, born on August 10, 1923, passed away on November 7, 2006 at 11:05AM. Beloved wife of sixty years to Roy A. Bush. Daughter of the late Jennie Daley Garatie and Leon Anthony Garatie. Mother of Candace Guidry, Rebecca A. Bush and Cynthia Lyons. Mother-in-law of Michael J. Guidry and Carroll Lyons, Jr. Grandmother of Casey Bush Lyons, Abby Bush Lyons and Lindsey Ann Guidry. Sister of Thomas Joseph Garatie, John Francis Garatie and the late Leon Daniel Garatie. Elaine loved to reminisce about the early years of her life spent in Old Algiers. She was a longtime resident of Gretna, where she was a parishioner of St. Anthony Church. She served proudly in the Civil Air Patrol during World War, II. Elaine's first love was her family and she fought courageously to stay with them. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Name of Mary Catholic Church, 500 Eliza Street, Algiers, LA on Friday, November 10, 2006 at 10:30AM. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation at Mothe Funeral Home, 1300 Vallette Street, Algiers, LA on Friday from 8:30AM until 10:15AM. Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000137 Bush - Mercedes Brignac Bush on Monday, October 30, 2006. Beloved wife of the late William J. Bush, Sr. Mother of Janice B. Stepanek, William Bush, Jr., Lester J. Bush and the late Gary G. Bush. Sister of Gertie Velottie and the late Marshal Brignac, Jr., Percy Brignac, Nelva Richard and Donald Brignac, Sr. Daughter of the late Marshall Brignac and Jane Trosclair Brignac. Age 84 years. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA for the past 65 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial in the chapel of Mothe Funeral Home, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at 11AM. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation at the funeral home on Thursday from 9:30AM until Mass time. Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000138 Butler - Ashton Don 'Man' Butler on Saturday, November 18, 2006. Loving and dedicated son of Nolan Watson and Donnetta Butler. Brother of Ashley Butler, Nicole, Nolan and Niadia Cason, Tracey Stewart, Lexis Butler, Nia Watson, Keshell Wilson and the late Tatiana La'que. Grandson of Ann Boatner, Lillie Woodfork, Norma Watson, Sr., Claudette LeBlanc and the late Don Woodfork. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Age 15 Relatives and friends, pastors, officers and members of Fairview B.C., Christian Mission, St. Luke AME, Pentecost B.C., Holy Ghost Catholic Church and all neighboring churches, employees of HANO, Citywide Tenant Assoc., New Orleans Traffic Court are invited to attend the funeral service at Little John Funeral Home, 2163 Aubry St., on Monday, November 27, 2006 at 10:00 AM. NO WAKE. Rev. Lionel Davis, officiating. Parlor visitation on Monday, 9:00 A.M. until time of service. Interment Providence Cemetery. Professional Services entrusted to Little John Funeral Home 2163 Aubry St. Cal K. Johnson, Manager-Funeral Director Info 504-940-0045 Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000139 Butler - James H. Butler, Sr. died on Thursday, November 2, 2006. He was born August 10, 1927 in Roseland, LA. He was a member of Oakland Baptist Church. He served on the Usher Board. He was a former employee of Dixie Tomato Co., Pellerin Milner and he retired from Richardson Funeral Home of Jeff, Inc. as a Funeral Operation Assistant. He served in the United States Army post WWII in Europe. He leaves a devoted wife, Hattie Butler, two children, Linda Butler and James Butler, Jr. Two sisters, Margie Demery and Louise Johnson, One brother, Joseph (Elizabeth) Butler, Mother-in-law, Mary London, One sister-in-law Mary 'Sugar Moma' Joseph, One brother-in-law Jessie London, Jr., Two Godchildren, Andrea Russell and Tonya Everson and a host of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother and father Chester and Elnora Butler, one grandson, three sisters and one brother-in-law. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastor, officers and members of Oakland Baptist Church and all neighboring churches, employees of Richardson Funeral Home are invited to attend the funeral services from Oakland Baptist Church, 1400 Third St., Kenner, LA on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 12 noon. Visitation 11:00 A.M. Rev. Charles Hurst officiating. Interment at Belgrove Cemetery, Kenner, LA. Arrangements by RICHARDSON FUNERAL HOME OF JEFFERSON, INC. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000140 Butler - James L. Butler, Jr. passed away on Wednesday, November 15, 2006 at the age of 67. Beloved husband of Tanya M. Butler. Father of Jason Butler and J. Louis Butler. Stepfather of Alphonse Kelley and Marco Williams. Son of the late James L. Butler, Sr. and Marie Madre Butler. Brother of Norman, Nelson, Adrian and Mark Butler; Vera, Vada, Iris and Janice and the late Alton Butler. Grandfather of Joshua Butler. Godfather Michelle Marie Watson. Mr. Butler was a retired professor for the Louisiana Technical College. He also served in the United States Navy during the Korean War. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-22-2006 **************************************** 000141 Butler - Joseph Butler, Jr., a waterproofer on Sunday, November 19, 2006 at his residence. Son of Ora Mae Butler and the late Joseph Butler, Sr. Loving father of Joseph Butler III and Chamicka Parker. Fiance' of Cheryl Thomas. Brother of Raymond Butler of Texas, Michael N. of Mississippi and Laureen Butler of Texas. Father-in-law of Jalquette Butler. Also survived by 10 grandchildren, a devoted friend Marsha Honary, a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Age 59. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the wake and funeral services at Littlejohn Funeral Home, 2163 Aubry Street on Friday, November 24, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. Rev. Lewis Adams officiating. Parlor visitation Friday at 5:00 p.m. until hour of services. Graveside Commital Services Saturday, November 25, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Mr. Zion B.C. Cemetery, Bogue Chitto, Ms. Rev. Daniel Turner, pastor. Professional Services entrusted to: LittleJohn Funeral Home 2163 Aubry Street Cal K. Johnson, Manager/Funeral Director Information: (504) 940-0045 Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000142 Butler - Samarra Theresa Butler was born on July 5, 1963 and was called home on October 31, 2006. She is preceded in death by two sisters, Simone and Quinn Butler. She leaves to mourn a daughter, Trinece Butler, her fiance', Travis Ruffin, two Grandchildren, Jurmira Butler and Tia Ruffin, her mother, Camilla Boisseau, of San Antonio, TX., four sisters, Charlene Flint and husband, Charles, of Lacombe, LA. , Kim Taylor and husband, Calvin of Pascagoula, MS. Cheryl Garrison and husband, Corneilous, of New Orleans, LA. , Karen Butler, of Columbia, SC. , Reverend Frank Joseph Jr. and wife, Thelma, of Houston, TX. and Nolan Butler and wife, Martha, of Atlanta, GA. Also survived by 21 Neices and Nephews, and many Great Neices, Great Nephews and Friends. She was united with the Pentecost Missionary Baptist Church where Reverend Gary Wood is Pastor. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral. Religious services will be held on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. at the Pentecost Missionary Baptist Church. Friends may call after 10:00 A.M. Interment will be Private. Bagnell & Son Funeral Home of Covington, LA. in Charge of Arrangements. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000143 Buttone - Patricia Engolia Buttone, of Slidell, LA on Sunday, November 19, 2006. Beloved Wife of Harold Arthur Buttone. Mother of Ricky English Jr. Daughter of Salvador and Annie Fay Engolia Sr. Sister of: Salvador Engolia Jr., Joseph Engolia, and Susan DeHart. Also survived by 10 nieces and nephews, and other relatives. Age: 52 years. A native of New Orleans and a resident of Slidell for the past 21 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Services at HONAKER FUNERAL HOME,1751 GAUSE Blvd. WEST (IN FOREST LAWN CEMETERY), Slidell, LA on Monday, November 27, 2006 at 1:00 P.M. Interment in FOREST LAWN CEMETERY. Visitation on Monday from 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000144 Cadow - William Arthur Cadow Jr. age 84 of Metairie, La died on November 3, 2006. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Mary Katherine Poirier Cadow. He is also survived by his sons and daughters-in-law: William Arthur Cadow III and Karen F. Cadow of Odessa, FL: Gary Joseph Cadow of Metairie; Kenneth Michael Cadow and Antoinette D. Cadow of Kenner; and Daniel Gerard Cadow of Belle Isle, FL. He was the loving grandfather of Eric Michael Cadow and Kenneth Michael Cadow Jr. William was the son of the late William Arthur and Josephine Trauth Cadow. He was the brother of Lorraine C. Brown and of the late Iris C. Cadow and Dolores C. Robicheaux. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.William retired as an Engineering Specialist after thirty-five years of dedicated service with the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development. The family would like to express their deepest appreciation to the doctors and staff of the Ochsner Foundation Hospital, the Fresenius Dialysis Center, and the Canon Hospice. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at 2:00p.m. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. Visitation will begin at 12:00p.m. In Lieu of flowers, donations to the National Kidney Foundation, the American Heart Association and masses preferred. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000145 Calegan - Zelma Brunner Calegan, age 84 years at New Orleans, LA, on Saturday, November 25, 2006. Wife of the late Jules J. Calegan, Jr. Beloved mother of Kerry D. Calegan and Zelma C. Enriques and husband, A.J. Enriques. Sister of Dorothea 'Dottie' Kane. Daughter of the lte Irene Bell Brunner. Also survived by 4 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Calegan was a New Orleans, LA native and a member of Salem United Church of Christ and The Activity Club. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services from the Jefferson Home of Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, LA on Wednesday, November 29, 2006 at 12:00 noon with Rev. Malcolm Richard, officiating. Visitation on Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. until service time. Interment in Garden of Memories. In lieu of usual remembrances, memorials are suggested to Salem United Church of Christ, 4212 Camp St., New Orleans, LA 70115 or your favorite charity. Information: (504) 835-2341. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000146 Cambeilh - Casilda Hufft Cambeilh On Wednesday, November 22, 2006, age 86 years. Beloved wife of the late Eugene G. Cambeilh. Mother of Eugene G. Cambeilh, Jr. of Alexandria, VA, Sandra M. Cambeilh of Chattanooga, TN, Barry E. Cambeilh of Laguna Niguel, CA and Joyce C. Adams of Bogalusa, LA. Daughter of the late Casilda Holyland and Frederick Hufft. Sister of Judge Preston H. Hufft and the late Maj. Gen. Raymond F. Hufft and Edward M. Hufft. Grandmother of Manuel Sena, Nicole Cambeilh, Stephen Adams, Samuel Adams and Stuart Adams. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Monday, November 27, 2006 at 12:00 PM. Interment will follow in the All Saints Mausoleum. Visitation on Monday from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM. In lieu of flowers donations preferred to any Catholic charity or Southeast Louisiana Hospice. To view and sign the guest book please go to www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-25-2006 **************************************** 000147 Campbell - Alisa Marie Campbell on Monday, November 6, 2006 entered into eternal rest. Survived by parents: Huey and Pearline Tobias; children: Joseph, Ja'Malsolm and Joshua Campbell; grandson, Joseph Campbell III; and companion, Joseph E. Lloyd. Also survived by aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. Funeral Service on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 9:00 a.m. at Zion Travelers 1st B.D., 406 Adams St., N.O., LA. Visitation on Saturday 9:00 a.m. at the Church. Pastor Irvin Seales, officiating. Relatives and friends of the family, also employees of Salvation Army, Ochsner's Hospital and Fleming Construction are invited to attend services. Professional Service Entrusted to GASKIN-SOUTHALL- GORDON & GORDON GORDON MORTUARY 1225 N. Ramport St., N.O., LA Information: (504) 566-9000 Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000148 Campeau - Lester J. Campeau, age 86, crossed over into the loving arms of the Lord on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at 10:30 AM in Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center. Survivors who cherish his memory are his wife of sixty years, Alfreida Barbier Campeaux of Lafayette; one daughter, Barbara C. Fain and her husband, Joe Fain; two sons, Carl C. Campeaux and his wife, Debi G. Sellers and Rodney J. Campeaux and his wife, Sandra M. Campeaux, all of Lafayette, LA; five grandchildren: Corey, Katy and Julie Campeaux, Ricky and Brent Monteleon; four great grandchildren: Foster, Gian and Marco Monteleon, and Cameron Janise; and his sister-in-law, Gladys Robertson of Metairie, LA. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ulysse and Emma Boudreaux Campeaux; two sisters: Hazel Thibodeaux and Beulah Ullrich; and five brothers: Wilson, Henry, Sam and George Campeaux and Vernon Boudreaux. A native of Assumption Parish and a resident of Lafayette, LA for fifty-two years, Lester was born on August 19, 1920. He served four years as a Technical Sergeant in the United States Army Air Corps, serving honorably in England, France and Belgium during WWII. In his earlier years, he was a volunteer firefighter in Lafayette and he also enjoyed the hobbies of woodworking and carpentry. Mr. Campeaux was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Community. Prior to his retirement, Mr. Campeaux worked for Property Insurance Association of Louisiana as a Senior Field Representative. He was employed for thirty-three years and traveled extensively during his career. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, November 15, 2006 at a 2:00 PM Mass of Christian Burial in La Chapelle de Martin & Castille. Entombment will be in Lafayette Memorial Park Cemetery Mausoleum. Reverend Monsignor Glen John Provost, Pastor of Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church will be the Celebrant of the Funeral Mass and will conduct the Funeral Services. Jodi Bollich, organist, will sing for the services, 'Ave Maria', 'Amazing Grace', 'Be Not Afraid', 'On Eagle's Wings' and 'Taste and See.' The family requests that visiting hours be observed Wednesday, November 15, 2006 from 9:00 AM until tme of services. Pallbearers will be Wayne Robertson, Gary Percle, Brent Monteleon, Ricky Monteleon, Gerald Carrier and William J. Carrier. Honorary pallbearers are Joe Fain, Corey Campeaux and David Collins. View the obituary and guestbook online at www.mourning.com. mARTIN & CASTILLE FUNERAL HOME, INC. of Lafayette, LA has been chosen to help with the arrangements. 337-234-2311. Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000149 Canal - Eugene Joseph Canal, Jr. died at Ochsner Medical Center, Gretna on Monday, November 6, 2006. He was 69. Mr. Canal was born in New Orleans and lived in Avondale for the past 42 years. He was educated at Immaculata Seminary for the Diocese of Lafayette and Redemptorist High School in New Orleans. He served in the U.S. Airforce, 1805th Airways and Air Communications Service wing. He was employed as an office manager for Mike Persia Chevrolet (25 years) and Bryan Chevrolet. He was a parishioner of St. Bonaventure Catholic Church. Husband of the late Marie Louise Lew. Father of Denise C. Ranatza. Father-in-law of Dwain Ranatza. Son of the late Noemie Rita Peyret and Eugene Canal. Brother of Jeanne Breaux, Patricia C. Liberto, Leopold J. Canal and the late Everrette R. Canal. Grandfather of Heather M. Ranatza. Special thank you to Kelly L. Boudreaux for her help and support. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the chapel of the Kenner Funeral Home of L. A. Muhleisen and Son, 2607 Williams Blvd. on Friday, November 10, 2006 at 10:00 o'clock a.m. Interment in Westlawn Cemetery. Friends may visit from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. on Thursday and after 8:00 a.m. on Friday. Times Picayune 11- 9-2006 **************************************** 000150 Cangemi - Diana Hebert Cangemi, age 53, of Bushkill, PA died Sunday, November 12, 2006 in Bushkill. Diana Carmelite Hebert Cangemi is survived by her husband Sal Cangemi, brother Raymond Hebert, sister Kay Rodriguez, son Dustin LeMasters, son Anthony Lombardi Cangemi and two grandchildren Caitlynn O'Connell and Sethany LeMasters. Diana was born on March 22, 1953. She had lived in New Orleans, Louisiana, Staten Island, New York, and Bushkill, Pennsylvania. She loved to read books and was a student of life. Diana was a care taker of family, friends and most of all children. She was a mother to all who visited her home. Diana was the president of the PTA for five years and was a Cub Scout Master for six years in Bushkill, Pennsylvania. She loved to travel and throw parties. Diana opened her heart, her home and her arms to anyone needing help or guidance. She will be missed dearly, by everyone touched by her life. Funeral Services will be held Friday, November 17, 2006 at Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home on O'Neal Rd., Gulfport, MS. The immediate family will have visitation between 10:00-11:00am. Open visitation will be held from 11:00am to 12:00 noon. Funeral Services will be held promptly from 12:00 noon until 12:30pm at Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home. The interment will follow at Southern Memorial Park, 2076 Beach Blvd., Biloxi, MS 39531. View and sign register book at www.bradfordokeefe.com. Times Picayune 11- 16-2006 **************************************** 000151 Cantrelle - James E. Cantrelle, Sr., passed away, at his Belle Chasse, LA residence, on Thursday, November 2, 2006. Age 46 years. Beloved husband of Christine Arabie Cantrelle. Father of James E. Cantrelle, Jr. Visiting at CLARK- DUCOTE FUNERAL HOME, 9611 Highway 23, Belle Chasse on Saturday, November 4, 2006 from 8:00 P.M. until 10:00 P.M. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit us at www.clarkducote.com Times Picayune 11-4-2006 **************************************** 000152 Cargo - Bernard Cargo, Sr., a self employed contractor, died Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at his home of a heart attack. He was 60. Mr. Cargo was lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA. Survivors include two sons: Bernard Jr. (Candice) and Renaldo Sr. (Angelica); one sister, Nancy Maxson; one brother, Alvin Cargo Sr. (Varronise); and 6 grandchildren. Funeral Service will be at Dennis Mortuary, 9:00 a.m. (promptly), Saturday, November 18, 2006. Interment at Carrollton Cemetery. Professional services entrusted to DENNIS MORTUARY, 1812 Louisiana Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70115, (504) 899-8252. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000153 Carlini - Martha Parson Carlini passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2006 at the age of 83. Beloved wife of the late Sidney J. Carlini. Mother of Sidney A. Carlini and Sylvia C. Calico, mother-in-law of John Calico and the late Rose T. Carlini, grandmother of Angie Zulli and Amy Carlini, step-grandmother of Gary Calico, great grandmother of Blake and Adam Zulli, and the late Ashley Carlini, daughter of the late Mathilda von Ehren Parson and Alfred Parson, sister of the late Anna Mae Kirsch, Florence DeMen, Mathilda Montegut, Alfred and Walter Parson. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Carlini was a native of New Orleans, a lifelong resident of St. Bernard Parish and a retiree of New Orleans Public Service. She was a parishioner of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, Violet, LA. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church, 2320 Parish Road, Chalmette, LA on Friday, December 1, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. Visitation will be at the church on Friday from 9:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Interment will follow the Mass at St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. Arrangements by Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home. Guest book may be signed on line at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-29- 2006 **************************************** 000154 Carlisle - Katherine Bedon Carlisle, 78, formerly of Carlisle, Louisiana, died Thursday, November 2, 2006, in Winston-Salem, NC, following a lengthy illness. Miss Carlisle was born on December 14, 1927, in New Orleans , LA , a daughter of the late Stanhope Gordon Carlisle and the late Ernestine Gleason Carlisle. In addition to her parents, she was pre-deceased in death by her stepmother, Antoinette Spicer Carlisle and her aunt, Florence Catherine Carlisle. She is survived by two sisters, Alice Carlisle Milam of Winston-Salem , NC and Roberta Gordon Carlisle, of Annandale, VA ; three nieces, Rebecca Milam Gunnlaugsson, Stephanie James Milam, and Sarah Carlisle Milam; and three great- nephews. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, November 18, 2006 at Hope Mausoleum, 4841 Canal Street. Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000155 Carlisle - Margie Lois Carlisle passed away, at St. Tammany Parish Hospital, on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 2:20 P.M. Margie was 80 years of age and a lifelong resident of Covington, LA. Wife of the late Milton Carlisle and Richard Willie Sr. by first marriage. Beloved mother of Richard Willie, Erwin Willie, Dennis Willie, Adrian Willie, Steve Willie, Michael J. Carlisle, Anna Barker, Kathleen Nunez, Linda Kerner, Mildred Boehem and the late Melvin Willie and Grace Christiansen. Sister of Jo Ellen, Nancy, Shirley, Ronald and Thomas Meyers and the late Florence Williams and Anna Mae Vilenti. Daughter of the late Grace Jenkins Meyers and Thomas Meyers. Also survived by 101 grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Also Honoring, James Warren Carlisle Sr. Religious Services will be held in the Chapel of Bagnell & Son Funeral Home, 75212 Lee Rd. Covington, LA. on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. Interment in Lee Rd. Pentecostal Cemetery. Friends may call after 6:00 P.M. Monday and after 9:30 A.M. Tuesday. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000156 Carpenter - Frank Gilbert Carpenter, Funeral Services will be held Saturday, November 18, 2006 at an 11:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial at the Carmelite Monastery Chapel, 1250 Carmel Avenue, Lafayette, Louisiana who passed away Thursday, November 16, 2006. Interment will be in the Rock Creek Cemetery in Washington D.C. at a later date. Reverend Chester Arceneaux, Pastor of Our Lady of Wisdom Catholic Church will be the Celebrant of the Funeral Mass. Dr. Carpenter is survived by his wife of 61 years, Angela Briefs Carpenter, three daughters, Christel and husband, Frank Dawkins of Lafayette; Therese and husband, Pat Kennedy of Mt. Airy, Maryland, Pauline and husband, Peter Dear, of Ithaca, New York; two sons, Bernard Carpenter and fiance', Cathy Helmly, of Rural Hall, North Carolina and Joel Carpenter and companion Frank Douai of Baton Rouge. Dr. Carpenter had six grandsons, Matthew Carpenter, Evan Carpenter, Ryan Kennedy, Michael Kennedy, Colin Kennedy, and Will Dawkins, and two granddaughters, Sara Carpenter Scott and Claire Dawkins. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Gilbert Carpenter and Clara May Barlow Carpenter, his stepmother, Florence Gilbert Carpenter; his sister, Harriet Susan Carpenter and his daughter, Louise Marie Carpenter. Dr. Carpenter was born in 1920 in Washington, D.C. He was a long time resident of New Orleans, Louisiana and moved to Lafayette after Hurricane Katrina destroyed his home of 43 years. He resided at Cornerstone Village South at the time of his death. Dr. Carpenter served in the U.S.Army during World War II. After the war he earned a PH.D. in Chemical Engineering at the University of Delaware and began his career at the U.S. Bureau of Standards developing criteria for the whiteness of sugar. When that project was completed, he moved his family to New Orleans and initiated and directed the Cane Sugar Refining Research Project in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Agriculture and an international consortium of sugar refiners. He was a leading figure in the development of new technologies in the refining of cane sugar. Dr. Carpenter loved New Orleans and the wonderful friends and neighbors he had there. He was particularly devoted to St. Pius X Church where he was a scout leader, usher, Eucharistic minister, lector and money counter. He loved taking his wife out to the Lakefront to watch the sun set. He loved stopping by and getting a dozen oysters at Brunings on the lake. He was never so happy as when he was camping. He loved wild stories, completely beyond belief, but told with such a straight face we never knew what was true and what was pure imagination. He was a man of absolute integrity, faithfulness and with a marvelous sense of humor. He was a wonderful husband, father, teacher and friend. He was a mentor to all. Visitation will take place Saturday from 10:00 AM until time of the Funeral Mass at the Carmelite Monastery Chapel. Special thanks to Hospice of Acadiana and the staff at Cornerstone. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Acadiana, 2600 Johnston St., Suite 200, Lafayette, Louisiana 70503 or to the Carmelite Monastery at 1250 Carmel Avenue, Lafayette, Louisiana 70501. View the obituary and guestbook online at www.mourning.com. Martin & Casitlle Funeral Home, Inc. of Lafayette has been chosen to help with the arrangements. 337-234-2311. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000157 Carter - Genevieve Carter departed this life peacefully on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. at her home in Gonzales, La. She was the beloved wife of Freddie Carter. Grandmother of Charles (Sandra) Bowie, Veedra (Renwick, Sr.) Batiste and Desiree (Allen) Smith. She is also survived by six great- grandchildren, three sisters-in-law, one brother-in-law. She was the daughter of the late Ada Hopkins and Virgil Sterling; and the step-daughter of the late Gilroy Hopkins. She was preceded in death by one step-daughter, one brother, two step- sisters, three sisters-in-law, three brothers-in-law and one aunt. Age 86 years old. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers and members of Buena Vista Baptist Church (Highway 18, Lemannville, La), Mt. Moriah B.C. of New Orleans, La. (Rev. Donald Robinson, Pastor), President, officers and members of the Buena Vista Baptist Church, Willing Workers Club of New Orleans, Rev. Sidney Joshua, President, are invited to attend the funeral services on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at 12:00 noon at Buena Vista Baptist Church, Highway 18, Lemannville, La., Rev. Joseph Coleman, Sr., officiating. Interment in Buena Vista B.C. cemetery. Services entrusted to Demby & Son Funeral Home. Times Picayune 11- 24-2006 **************************************** 000158 Carter - Isabelle Velma Carter departed this life on Wednesday, November 15, 2006. Beloved mother of Catrina Nealy Smith, Anissa and Jamer Carter. Grandmother of Angelina and Marvin Keith Smith, Jr. Daughter of the late Allen, Sr. and Isabella B. Carter. Sister of Ernestine, Milton, Harlen, Charles and Joseph Carter and the late Allen Carter, Jr. Devoted aunt of Natasha and Rico Carter and Jessica Boudreaux. Mother-in-law of Marvin Keith Carter, Sr. Also survived by s host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Age 49 years. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral service from Davis Mortuary Service, 6820 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at 10:00 A.M. Visitation from 8:30 a.m. until service time at the above named Church. Interment Restlawn Cemetery, Avondale, LA. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St., Gretna, LA. Times Picayune 11-20-2006 **************************************** 000159 Carter - Lula Mae Carter died peacefully on Sunday, November 5, 2006 in Lakewood, Washington. Daughter of the late Mable Carter and Marshall Thomas. Loving mother of Trenice Hall of Reno, Nevada, Kenneth (Selena) and Kevin (Erica) Carter of Lakewood, WA, Demetria (Willie) Carter of New Orleans, La., Anthony of Jackson, La. and Eric (Taymaine) Carter of Houston, Tx. Sister of Marshall (Rosalee) Carter, Eva Winston and Patricia (Cleophus) Drake. Also survived by 18 grandchildren, a host of aunts, uncles, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Littlejohn Funeral Home, 2163 Aubry Street on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. No wake. Rev. James Jasmine officiating. Parlor visitation Friday, 9:00 a.m. until hour of services. Entombment: Resthaven Cemetery. Professional Services entrusted to: Littlejohn Funeral Home 2163 Aubry Street Cal K. Johnson, Manager/Funeral Director Information: 940-0045 Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000160 Caruso - Angelo Caruso, 93 years old of Kenner, LA., died Sunday, October 29, 2006 in East Jefferson General Hospital. Angelo was born Saturday, February 8, 1913 in Tickfaw, LA. He was a Retired farmer and owner of Caruso Grocery Store in New Orleans. He was also a medic in the army earning an EAME Theater Ribbon with 2 Bronze Service Stars, a Good Conduct Medal and a Bronze Star Medal. Surviving are wife, Fannie Lamonte Caruso; daughter, Lorraine Gail Caruso; 5 grandchildren: Liane Moody Abraham, Jennifer Moody Manning, Jeffrey Moody, Allison Moody Signorelli, and Joshua Moody; brothers, Frank and Leo Caruso; 3 sisters: Katie Caldorea, Grace Slevin and Josie Heard; and 7 great-grandchildren: Sarah Abraham, Gabrielle Abraham, Jason Manning Jr., Jonathon Manning, Luke Abraham, Mia Signorelli and Emily Manning.He was preceded in death by his parents: Matthew Caruso and Michele Serafina Caruso; daughter, Sarah Jeanette Caruso Moody; and sisters: Twana Trabona, Mary Ogima and Frances Mattera. Friends will be received Friday, November 3, 2006 from 9:00a.m. until services at 11:00 at Our Lady of Pompeii Catholic Church, Tickfaw, LA. Services will be held at Our Lady of Pompeii Catholic Church, Friday, November 3, 2006 at 11:00a.m. Interment will follow in the Rose Memorial Park Mausoleum, Hammond, Louisiana 70401. Email condolences to: hmckneely@i-55.com / subject line: Caruso. Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000161 Cascio - Marlene Tessitore Cascio at Touro Infirmary on Friday, November 10, 2006. Wife of the late Paul Joseph Cascio, Jr. Mother of Paul Joseph Cascio III, Michael John Cascio, Marlene Cascio St. Amant, John Anthony Cascio, Christopher Charles Cascio, Mary Frances Cascio and the late Anthony Frank Cascio. Mother-in-law of Theodore F. St. Amant III and Tammy Chase Cascio. Grandmother of Theodore F. St. Amant IV, Melissa St. Amant and Alexis Cascio. Daughter of the late Frank A. Tessitore and Frances Perone Tessitore. Sister of Frank Tessitore and the late Anthony Tessitore. Age 72 years. A native of New Orleans and resident of Chalmette for over 35 years. She was a loving wife, mother and homemaker and was proud of her Italian Heritage. She was a parishioner of Prince of Peace Catholic Church and also a 1952 graduate of St. Joseph High School. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from the Metairie Funeral Home of LAMANA-PANNO-FALLO, 1717 Veterans Memorial Boulevard at the corner of Bonnabel Boulevard on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. followed by interment in Lafayette No. 1 Cemetery. Visitation on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 after 9:00 a.m. until funeral time. Please sign the on-line Guest Book at www.legacy.com. Information: 831-9901. Times Picayune 11-13-2006 **************************************** 000162 Casey - Jennifer Kathleen Casey, 47, of Baton Rouge , LA died on Tuesday, November 28, 2006 in her residence, following a courageous battle with breast cancer. Dr. Casey was born and raised in Lake Charles, LA and was a 1977 graduate of Barbe High School . She graduated from LSU Medical School in New Orleans , LA in 1986. Following graduation she practiced psychiatry in Los Angeles , CA for 17 years. Survivors include her mother, Sandra Casey of Baton Rouge, LA; sisters, Shannon DeLaureal of Baton Rouge, LA and Laura Casey of Grapevine, TX; brothers, Dr. Mike Casey of Slidell, LA, Dr. Rick Casey of Mandeville, LA and Robert Casey of Seattle , WA ; four nephews; and five nieces. She was preceded in death by her father, Dr. Donald E. Casey. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 2, 2006 at First United Methodist Church in Lake Charles , LA. The Revs Doug deGraffenried and Steven Spurlock will officiate. Burial will be in Prien Memorial Park Cemetery in Lake Charles , LA under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Visitation will be held Friday from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home and Saturday from 10:00 AM until service time at the church. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, One Lakeshore Drive, Suite 1585 , Lake Charles , LA 70629 . Words of comfort to the family may be expressed at www.johnsonfuneralhome.net. JOHNSON FUNERAL HOME 4321 LAKE STREET LAKE CHARLES , LA 70605 337-478-8687 Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000163 Cassanova - Girlie Blanchard Cassanova, age 98, passed away in Harahan, LA on November 27, 2006. She was preceded in death by her husband: Albert J. Cassanova, sister: Virgie Dugas, brother: Louis A. Blanchard, and niece: Bonnie B. Quave. Survived by her family: Sabrina, Norris, and Aulton Quave, Marcy Leal, Diana Corzo, Mary Alice Isenberg and George Faustermann. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Services at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Friday, December 1, 2006 at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow in Gardens of Memories Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000164 Cavallino - Manuel Joseph Cavallino on Saturday, November 18, 2006. Son of the late Louigi Cavallino and Mary Franzone Cavallino. Brother of Rosalie Chauvin, Marie Knight and Johnny Cavallino. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Age 87 years. Mr. Cavallino was a member of the VFW. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, LA on Friday, November 24, 2006 at 12:00 noon. Interment in Garden of Memories Cemetery. Friends may visit after 10:00 a.m. Friday. Times Picayune 11-23-2006 **************************************** 000165 Centola - Denise Villere Centola, 'Denny', died on All Saints Day, November 1, 2006 at home in Covington, LA surrounded by her family and friends. She was 56, born March 8, 1950, and had pancreatic cancer. She leaves her husband of 35 years, Lawrence J. Centola, Jr., her son, Lawrence J. Centola, of New Orleans, daughters, Denise Marie Villere of Covington and Deborah Frances Centola of New Orleans, and her daughter-in-law, Amy Henry Centola. Denny is survived by her parents, Edward and Denise Villere of Covington, brothers Edward and Keith of Covington, Donald of Mandeville and Ronald of Woodlands, Texas. She is also survived by 16 sisters and brothers-in-laws and 23 nieces and nephews. A graduate of Saint Scholastica Academy, Denny received her BA in Fine Arts from LSU. She was an artist and muralist, and the Divine Designer for the Divine Protectors of Endangered Pleasures. Services were private with arrangements handled by E.J. Fielding Funeral Home. Donations preferred to St. Tammany Art Association, the Lance Armstrong Foundation, and St. Scholastica Academy. Sign our guestbook online www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000166 Chaisson - Our mother, Alice Marie Dugas Chaisson on Monday, November 6, 2006, after 30 years joined her beloved husband, Lawrence Joseph Chaisson, Sr. and recently deceased son, Lawrence Joseph Chaisson, Jr. in heaven to spend eternal life together. Beloved mother of Brenda Chaisson Jones and Linda Chaisson. Daughter of the late Nellie Mae Hennessey and James A. Dugas. Sister of the late Eugene Dugas. Grandmother of Russell Joseph Wilcox, Sean Michael Jones, Michael Jospeh Chaisson and Charlene Chaisson Martinez. Also survived by 4 great- grandchildren, and sadly missed by many relatives and friends whol will also cherish her loving memory and devotion. Mrs. Chaisson retired from the Corps of Engineers and was a member of AARP and NARFFE. Age 82 years. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Metairie, LA for over 50 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at St. Catherine of Sienna, 105 Bonnabel, Metairie, LA on Monday, November 13, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. Visitation on Sunday at Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, LA from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Interment in Cypress Grove Cemetery. Information: (504) 835-2341. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000167 Chambliss - Doretha Lorraine Turner Chambliss, a resident of New Orleans, Louisiana was called home on Sunday, November 12, 2006 in Pattison, Mississippi. She is the beloved wife of Oliver Chambliss, Sr. Loving mother of Oliver J. Chambliss, Jr. and Harold L. Chambliss, Sr. Mother-in-law of Alisa and Melinda. Grandmother of Jernika Hall, Harold L. Jr., Sean and Oliver Chambliss III. Great- grandmother of Robert Hall and Jarrell White. Sister of Marie Smith, Edward, Howard, Joseph and Wilbert Turner. Preceded in death by parents, Joseph and Victoria Williams Turner; brothers: Mike, Charles, James and Leroy; and sisters: Rosalie Hyde, Ida Beal and Clara (Mutt) Turner. She is survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and friends. A Paraprofessional of the New Orleans Public Schools and a graduate of McDonough 35. Doretha was a faithful member of Mount Zion Baptist Church and a member of Order of Eastern Star Order, a member of The Lady Jug Buddies Social and Pleasure Club and The Original Le- Equinox Social and Pleasure Club. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Mount Zion Baptist Church, Mt. Rose Baptist Church and Peoples Methodist Church; employees of Orleans Parish School Board, Ideal Cemetery Company/Holcim Inc., New Orleans Police Department (K-9 Unit), Regional Tranist, Lockheed Martin and Southwest Development Corporation are invited to attend the Celebration of Praise and Thanksgiving at Greater Mt. Rose Baptist Church, located at 1318 Simon Bolivar, New Orleans, Louisiana 70113 on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 11:30 a.m. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. until 11:30 am. Interment will follow at Lake Lawn Metarie Cemetery, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. Guestbook may be signed on-line at www.legacy.com. CHARBONNET-LABAT, Directors, 581-4411. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000168 Champagne - Ayres Arcement Champagne on Thursday, November 23, 2006 at 12:12 p.m. in Raceland, La. Beloved wife of Alcide 'Champ', 'A.J.' Champagne. Mother of Paul Champagne and his wife Laura, Joy Acosta and her husband Stephen, Ann Ritchie and her husband Bryan. Grandmother of Kelly, Alison Champagne, David, Marc Acosta, Jake, Leigh Ann, and Rene Ritchie. Great-grandmother of Taylor Acosta. Daughter of the late Nollie Arcement Sr. and Alcida Theriot Arcement. Sister of Lois LeCompte, Sherry Herring and the late Nollie Arcement, Jr. A native and resident of Raceland, La. Age 82 years. She was a volunteer for the Good Samaritan Thrift Store. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Mary's Nativity Catholic Church on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at 12:00 noon. Interment: St. Mary Cemetery. Visitation from 10:00 a.m. until funeral time Saturday at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations to Good Samaritan Food Bank of Central Lafourche or the Lafourche Parish Library. Falgout Funeral Homes in charge of Arrangements. Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000169 Champagne - Gail B. Champagne, of Slidell, LA on Friday, November 3, 2006, at Slidell Memorial Hospital, Beloved Wife of: the late Allen Charles Champagne Jr.Mother of Allen Charles Champagne III, Craig A. Champagne, and Lori Champagne Fayard. Daughter of the late: Wiltz and Solange Dumatrait Broussard Sister of: Kenneth Broussard and Norma Tuttle. Also survived by 3 grandchildren: Jason Allen Champagne, David Michael Champagne, Allyson Elizabeth Champagne. Age: 67 years. A native of Port Arthur TX. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Memorial Services will be held at HONAKER FUNERAL HOME,1751 GAUSE Blvd. WEST (IN FOREST LAWN CEMETERY), Slidell, LA on Sunday, November 5, 2006 at 6:00 P.M.Friends may visit at the funeral home on Sunday beginning at 5:00pm. Donations to: the charity ones choice in Memory of Gail B. Champagne ,preferred. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 11-6-2006 **************************************** 000170 Chancley - Adrienne Theresa (Shorty) Chancley, age 32, a graduate of John F. Kennedy Sr. H.S., a native and lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA, died on Friday, November 3, 2006. Beloved daughter of Michael H. Chancley, Sr. and Tanya Hurel-Chancley. Mother of Terenieka and Teriana Andrews. Fiance' of Terence Andrews. Sister of Michael, Jr., Mishad and Tristan Chancley and Kristen Barnes; Preceded in death by twin sister, Andrene M. Chancley. Sister in law of Corey Barnes. Aunt of Cam'ron Barnes. Granddaughter of Geraldine Hurel, A.L. Benjamin, Sr., Deborah Chancley-Benjamin and the late William Chancley. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also parishioners of St. Jude Catholic Church; employees of New Orleans Job Corps Center, One Canal Place, Ramada Inn; members of the Dumaine Gang, Bayou Steppers, Rascal's and Rebirth Brass Bands and the William Wegmann Family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass of Christian Burial at St. Jude Catholic Church, 411 N. Rampart St. on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 11:00 am. Visitation will begin at 9:00 am; Interment: Resthaven Cemetery. Arrangements by DW Rhodes Funeral Home, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna, LA. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000171 Chandler - Halloween Inez Chandler entered into eternal rest on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at Jefferson Manor Nursing Home in Baton Rouge, LA. She was 95 years old. She was a member of Historic Second Baptist Church. Daughter of the late Daniel and Cecelia Milan Reed. She is survived by a stepson, James Chandler of Los Angeles, CA; nephews: Floyd Haynes, Lester Reed and Thomas Reed; nieces: Cecile Washington, Myrtle Gaspard, Katie Williams, Joyce Kirk, Philonese Tunson, Linda Hill and Etta Charles; a beloved and dear friend, Ida Delk of Meridian, MS; and a host of generations of great-nieces and -nephews. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, November 10, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at Greater Mt. Rose Baptist Church, 1322 Simon Bolivar Blvd. Rev. Bernard Murray (Host Pastor), Rev. Robert B. Jackson, officiating. Visitation from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Interment Mt. Olivet Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to: Thomas Nelson Washington Scholarship Fund. Professional services entrusted to ESTELLE J. WILSON FUNERAL HOME, INC. 2715 Danneel Street, N.O., LA Information: (504) 895-4903 Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000172 Chaney - Mr. Dennis M. Chaney on Tuesday, November 7, 2006 an evacuee died in Carey, North Carolina. Son of John and Ruby Chaney, Sr. Father of Denisha and Devonne Goodrich, Tequila and Sharell Carter and Dennis Collins. Brother of John Chaney, Jr., Diane Lee, Denise C. Brock and Hazel Murray. Devoted friend of Ciba Goodrich. Relatives and friends; also pastors, officers and members of First Zion Baptist Church are all invited to attend the Funeral Services on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at First Zion B.C., 2200 Jackson Ave., N.O.L.A. at 10:00am. Visitation at 9:00am. Rev. D.R. Berryhill, Sr. Officiating. Interment in Resthaven Memorial Park. MAJESTIC MORTUARY in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-17- 2006 **************************************** 000173 Cheatham - Geri Lynn Wilson Cheatham, age 31. Born May 8, 1975 died Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at her home in Little Rock, Arkansas. Survived by her husband Charles Anthony Cheatham, 3 sons, Nathan, Aiden, and Andrew. Father and Mother Willie (Jerry) and Linda Chevalley Wilson, 2 brothers Evan and Bryan Wilson and numerous Aunts, Uncles, Nieces and Nephews. Geri Lynn graduated from Bonnabel High School and attended LA Tech University. Visitation for family and friends will be from 6pm-8pm on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at ROLLER-CHENAL FUNERAL HOME, 13801 Chenal Parkway, Little Rock, AR, 72211. www.rollerfuneralhomes.com. Funeral services will be held at 2pm on Sunday, November 26, 2006 at Pleasant Valley Church of Christ, Little Rock, AR. Times Picayune 11-25-2006 **************************************** 000174 Chenevert - Gerald J. Chenevert, Sr., age 81, born August 9, 1925, passed away on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 10:35 a.m. A native of Plaucheville, LA and resident of Napoleonville, LA. Survived by: wife, Olivia Sussman Chenevert; 3 sons: Thomas and wife, Barbara Ferry Chenevert of Dover, Ohio, Mathew and wife, Wanda DiMarco Chenevert of New Orleans, LA and Gerald Jr. and wife, Debbie Moran Chenevert of Baton Rouge, LA; 3 daugters: Clare C. and husband, Rodney Acosta of Thibodaux, LA, Sue C. and husband, Tommy Aysenne of Napoleonville, LA and Elizabeth C. and husband, Michael Stein of Herndon, VA; 1 brother, Raymond Cheverert of Jefferson, LA; grandchildren: Bradford and Jennifer Turney Komal, Madeline Gabrielle and Camille Chenevert, Aaron and Grace Chenevert, John, Christie and Michael Acosta, Aimee Aysenne Montero, Marie, Tommie Jr., and Suzanne Aysenne, Benjamin, Zachary and Civic Stein; and great-grandchild, Christian Acosta. Preceded in death by: parents, Andrew Blum Chenevert and Beulah Bordelon Chenevert of Plaucheville, LA; 1 son, Mark Chenevert; 1 brother, A.B. Chenevert; and granddaughter, Sophia Chenevert. Visitation 5:30 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. Sunday, November 19, 2006 at Landry's Funeral Home, Napoleonville, LA and 8:00 a.m. until funeral time Monday, November 20, 2006 at St. Anne Catholic Church, Napoleonville, LA. Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 a.m., Monday at St. Anne Catholic Church, Napoleonville, LA. Interment St. Anne Cemetery, Napoleonville, LA. LANDRY'S FUNERAL HOME, INC., Thibodaux, LA in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-19- 2006 **************************************** 000175 Chester - Lester Chester, Jr. died on Wednesday, October 25, 2006. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Marine Baptist Church and Mt. Moriah Baptist Church are invited to attend the service held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, November 4, 2006 at Marine Baptist Church, 3034 Andover St., Jefferson, LA. Visitation will begin at 8:00 a.m. Officiating Rev. Donald Robinson. Interment: Providence Memorial Park Cemetery. Arrangements by D.W. RHODES FUNERAL HOME, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna, LA. Please visit our website www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the guest book. Times Picayune 11-4-2006 **************************************** 000176 Chester - Lester Chester, Jr. died on Wednesday, October 25, 2006. Son of the late Lester Chester, Sr. and Mary Miller Chester. Husband of Shirley Chester. Father of Lynell Knight and Lester Andrew. Brother of Willie Chester Watt of Detroit, MI, George Chestnut, Gary Chester, Roy Chester, Essie Owens of Detroit, MI, Carolyn Ratcliff of Chicago, IL, Joann Jordan; and a host of relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Marine Baptist Church and Mt. Moriah Baptist Church are invited to attend the service held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 4, 2006 at Marine Baptist Church, 3034 Andover St., Jefferson, LA. Visitation will begin at 8:00 a.m. Officiating Rev. Donald Robinson. Interment: Providence Memorial Park Cemetery. Arrangements by D.W. RHODES FUNERAL HOME, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna, LA. Please visit our website www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the guest book. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000177 Chiasson - Robert James 'Bob' Chiasson passed away on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at the age of 74. Beloved husband of the late Evelyn Martin Chiasson. Father of Barry Paul Chiasson, of Houston, and Kathy Chiasson DuPont of New Orleans. Son of the late Gaston Paul Chiasson and Annette Blanchard Chiasson. Brother of Lloyd Ernest Chiasson, Sr. Survived by four grandchildren: Jason Paul Chiasson, Kimberly Renee Chiasson, Lawrence Edward DuPont, IV, Claire Marie DuPont; and a nephew Lloyd Ernest Chiasson, Jr. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Lafayette, LA for many years. Mr. Chiasson proudly served his country as a member of the United States Air Force during the Korean War. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Delhomme Chapel of the Flowers, 1011 Bertrand Drive, Lafayette, LA, Monday, November 6, 2006 at 2:00 PM. Visitation will be Monday from 10:00 AM to time of services. Interment will follow in Lafayette Memorial Park. Personal condolences may be sent to the Chiasson family at www.delhommefuneralhomes.com. DELHOMME FUNERAL HOME, 1011 Bertrand Drive, is in charge of all funeral arrangements. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000178 Ciulla - Dorothy Gladys Ciulla, at her residence, on Sunday, November 26, 2006 at 12:08 p.m. Beloved wife of the late Peter H. Ciulla. Mother of Patricia McDonald and Stephen A. Ciulla. Also survived by 3 grandchildren and 5 great- grandchildren. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Graveside Services at Carrollton Cemetery on Wednesday, November 29, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, LA in charge of arrangements. Information: (504) 835-2341. Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000179 Clair - James 'Bubber' Michael Clair, former owner of Chateau Hotel, passed away on November 8, 2006 at his residence in Metairie at the age of 77. Father of Mary 'Mamie' Clair Mayeaux, Kathleen 'Katie' Clair Herbert, Daniel Clair, Sean Clair, Michael Clair and the late Patricia Clair, former husband of Darlene VanCourt Clair, father-in-law of Derek Herbert, brother of Mary Clair Stanton, William J. Clair, Jr., and the late John Walker Clair, son of the late Mary 'Mamie' Daley Clair and William J. Clair. Also survived by three grandchildren, Morgan Mayeaux and Abigail and Grant Herbert. Mr. Clair was a native and lifelong resident of the New Orleans Area. He attended Holy Cross High School, graduated from Redemptorist High School and attended Copiah-Lincoln College in Mississippi, served in the U. S. Army and was a member of the N.O.A.C. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass to be celebrated in the Chapel of the temporary location of Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home (Lamana-Panno- Fallo), 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, LA on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at 1:00 P.M. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Tuesday from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Guests may sign the guestbook online at www.legacy.com Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000180 Clark - Claude B. 'Butch' Clark, Jr. after a battle with cancer passed away on Friday November 10, 2006. Beloved husband of Linda Salvaggio Clark for 25 years of marriage. Father of Michael and Alicia Clark and adopted son Jamie Clark. Step father of John Bonaci. Brother of Carol Imper, Paula Clark Cody and Ira Robert Clark. Brother-in-Law of Donald and Carolyn Schneider. Son of Janice Harvey Clark and the late Claude Byron Clark Sr. Also survived by several nieces and nephews . Mr. Clark was a United States Army Veteran of the Viet Nam War. Aged 58 years, a native of Wenatchee, Washington, and a resident of Metairie and Kenner for the past 20 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home Chapel 4747 Veterans Blvd. Metairie on Thursday afternoon November 16, 2006 at 12:00 noon. Interment in Garden of Memories Cemetery. Friends may visit from 10:00a.m. until time of service. In lieu of flowers, donations to The American Cancer Society 2200-214 Veterans Memorial Blvd. Kenner, La. 70062 and the American Diabetes Association P.O. Box 1131 Fairfax, Va. 22038-1131 preferred. On line guest book available at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-15-2006 **************************************** 000181 Clark - Dorothy Mae Clark 'Mama Dot' on Tuesday, October 31, 2006 at her home in Schertz, Texas. She was a formal native of New Orleans, LA. Daughter of the late Jonas and Lillian Tillman. Wife of the late Albert Clark. Companion of the late Jesse Brackett. Mother of Allen and Frank Clark, Anita Reynolds, John, Jesse, Eric, Vernon, Eileen, Lillian and the late Donald Clark. Sister of the late John Tillman. Also survived by other relatives and friends. Age 75. Relatives, friends, pastors, officers and members of St. Bernard Community Baptist Church and Beacon Light International are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at Mt. Everest Baptist Church, 2837 First Street at 10:00 a.m. Church visitation 9:00 a.m. until service time. Rev. Andrew Darbey, Jr. - officiating. Rev. Thomas Glover, Host Pastor. Interment Providence Memorial Park. Professional services entrusted to LITTLEJOHN FUNERAL HOME 2163 Aubry Street Cal K. Johnson, Manager- Funeral Director Info: 504-940-0045 Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000182 Clark - Gloria May Frey Clark on Sunday, November 19, 2006 at 1:00 AM. Beloved wife of the late Clifford Clark. Private services were held. Arrangements: LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME. Times Picayune 11-27-2006 **************************************** 000183 Clark - Joseph 'Joe' Calvin Clark, a truck driver for American Motors Xpress, died Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at Tanner Medical Hospital in Carrollton, Ga. at 5:35 a.m. He was 54. Joseph was born in New Orleans, La. and later resided in Carrollton, Georgia until his passing. Survivors include his wife Lenora Clark, eight daughters Tanareika (St. Paul, Mn), Luciana (Chicago, Il), Crystal and Patricia (Carrollton, GA), Tammy, Jennifer, Andrea and Dejanae; one son James (Bullhead, AZ); his mother Louise A. Clark, his mother-in-law Eula Anderson; six brothers Willie Jr., Kenneth, Michael, Charles, Keith and Wayne Clark, five sisters Willie Mae Griffin (Tacoma, Wash.), Doris A. Jackson, Linda M. Brady, Deborah C. Reeder, Sharon C. Washington, all of New Orleans; nine sisters-in-law, seven brothers-in-law, 16 grandchildren, one son-in-law, one daughter-in-law and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, extended relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his father Willie M. Clark, Sr., his sister Patricia A. Clark and his paternal and maternal grandparents. A funeral will be held on Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Watson Memorial Teaching Ministries, 4400 ST. Charles Ave. Pastor Tom Watson officiating. Viewing will begin at 9:00 a.m. until service time. Burial will be in Providence Park. Arrangements entrusted to DW Rhodes Funeral Home, 1020 Virgil Street, Gretna, La. Times Picayune 11-27- 2006 **************************************** 000184 Clark - Nelson Claude Clark on Tuesday, November 14, 2006. Beloved husband of the late Josephine 'Josie' Trupiano Clark. Brother of Marie Prejean, Helen Hidalgo and the late Lorena LeCompte, Antoinette Chauvin, Ann Mae Blanchard and James Clark. Brother-in-law of Felicia Ditta, Anne Terrebonne and Rosalie Trupiano. Survived by several nieces and nephews. Age 92. A native of Bayou Blue, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass in the Chapel of Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 1PM. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation at the funeral home on Friday, November 17, 2006 from 9:30AM until Mass time. Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000185 Clarke - Elder Lorenzo G. Clarke, age 70, a presiding elder in the AME church, Eight Episcopal District, transitioned from earth on Monday, November 13, 2006 in Atlanta, Georgia. His Homegoing Celebration commemorating his life will be held on Monday, November 20, 2006 at 12:00 noon at Payne Memorial AME Church, 3306 South Liberty Street. The Right Reverend Garnett Henning, Presiding Prelate of the Eight Episcopal District, The AME Church will be officiating. Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 19, 2006 at Heritage Funeral Home, 4101 St. Claude Ave., NOLA from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. He leaves to cherish his many precious memories: his devoted wife, Joyce K. Clarke, EdD.; one son, Don Clarke; one daughter, Jeannie Clarke; one stepdaughter, Danita Kirkpatrick; one granddaughter, Savannah Moore; one brother, Don Clarke, M.D. (Bernadette Clarke, PhD) of Pasedena, California; a host of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lorenzo J. Clarke and Mary Evans. Pastors, lay persons and the Eight Episcopal District as well as person connected in the AME Church are invited to attend. Interment and Rite Service at Mt. Olivet Mausoleum with ascending doves symbolizing the commending of the departing soul. Funeral Services HERITAGE FUNERAL DIRECTORS 'A Spirit of Excellence' 4101 St. Claude Avenue, N.O., LA Information: (504) 944-5500 Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000186 Clayton - Esaw 'Mr. C' Clayton departed this earthly life and entered in eternal rest on Friday, November 3, 2006 at Kindred Hospital of New Orleans, LA. Son of the late Mary Willis and Charles Clayton, Sr. Beloved husband of Bernice W. Clayton of New Orleans, LA. Loving father of Barbara C. Hampton of Metairie, LA, Elvin Davis of Lutcher, LA, Cerina Spencer of LaPlace, LA and the late David Clayton. Brother of Francis C. Sanders of Lutcher, LA, James Clayton of Clinton, MS, Charles Jr., Ernest Sr. and John Clayton, Sr. of Paulina, LA, the late Harry Sr., Herman Sr. and Jacob Clayton. Also survived by 9 grandchildren, 1 great- grandchild, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A resident of New Orleans, LA and a native of Paulina, LA. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Guiding Light Missionary Baptist Church of New Orleans, LA, Greater Evergreen Baptist Church of Paulina, LA and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Wake Services on Friday night, November 10, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. at Guiding Light Missionary Baptist Church, 2012 Washington Ave., New Orleans, LA. Rev. G.R. Washington, Jr., officiating. Visitation will be from 6:00 p.m. until service time. Funeral Services will be on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at Greater Evergreen Baptist Church, 7462 Hwy. 44, Paulina, LA. Rev. Nolan Albert, officiating. Interment in Antioch Cemetery, Paulina, LA. Visitation will be at Greater Evergreen Baptist Church from 9:00 a.m. until service time. Special thanks to the medical teams of Touro Hospital and Kindred Hospital of New Orleans, LA. BARDELL'S MORTUARY of Mt. Airy, LA in charge. Information: (985) 535-6837. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000187 Clayton - William Clayton, Jr. died on Saturday, November 4, 2006. Graveside Services will be held on Thursday, November 16, 2006 at Merrick Cemetery, Violet, LA at 11:00 a.m. NO WAKE. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC. in charge. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. Times Picayune 11- 15-2006 **************************************** 000188 Clement - Debra (Debbie) Clement on Monday, November 13, 2006 at 11:45 a.m. Beloved daughter of the late Sidney, Jr. and Hazel Vicknair Clement. Sister and sister-in-law of George and Virginia Clement of Hammond, Trixie and Wayne Poche of Paulina, Breland and Gayle Clement of Montz, Jennifer and Elton Remondet of Laplace, Judy Stromeyer of Ponchatoula, and the late Kerry Clement. Godmother of Dwayne Remondet, Alan Stromeyer and Brandi Remondet. Also survived by a number of nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles, and her dog, Missy. Age 54. A native of Reserve and a resident of Laplace. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend services. Visitation at Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, 2806 W. Airline Hwy, Laplace, on Wednesday, November 15, from 5 pm to 9 pm and on Thursday from 8 am to 10:30 am. followed by religious services at Ascension of Our Lord Catholic Church, Laplace at 11 a.m. Burial in St. Peter Cemetery, Reserve. Times Picayune 11-15-2006 **************************************** 000189 Clement - Ives Joseph Clement, affectionately known to many as 'Smokey or Black' born October 26, 1925, passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at the age of 81. Son of the late John and Edna Clement. Husband of the late Corinne Clement. Father of Cathy C. Yochim and Ceary Clement. Father-in-law of Wilbur M. Yochim, Jr. and Bambi Clement. Brother of Louis Clement, and the late Anna Folse, Philomene Domaine, Marie Duffourc, Joseph, Norbert, Whitney, Paul, and Clifton Clement. Grandfather of Joseph M. Yochim, Ceary Clement, Jr., Christy Clement and John Clement. Great grandfather of Ceary Clement III, Ethan Clement, Bayleigh Clement and Hayden Clement. Step grandfather of Misti Martin, Arianna Vedros and Brandon Vedros. Mr. Clement retired from Celotex after 42 years of service. He was a parishioner of St. Rosalie Catholic Church where he served as an usher for many years. Relatives and friends of the family, also employees of Celotex are invited to attend the visitation at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Monday, November 13, 2006 from 9AM until 11AM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Rosalie Catholic Church, 2nd Avenue, Harvey, LA at 11:30AM. Following Mass, interment will be in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Information: 366-4343 Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000190 Clements - George Gerald Clements, Sr. on Sunday, November 5, 2006. Age 60 years. Beloved father of George G. Clements, Jr. Grandfather of Alexis Clements. Son of Katherine B. Dehon and the late George L. Clements. Brother of Katherine C. Giovengo. Uncle of Elroy, Steven, and Darryl Giovengo. Also survived by 5 great nieces and nephews. Mr. Clements was a retired Kenner Policeman and owner of Big G's Cab Service. He was born and raised in the Irish Channel. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Graveside Services at Greenwood Cemetery, corner of City Park Ave. and Canal Blvd., on Friday, November 10, 2006 at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, donation made to the Kidney Foundation or Diabetes Fund preferred. Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, Metairie, LA in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000191 Coe - Howard Gene Coe, Sr. on Thursday, November 23, 2006. Loving husband of Maxine Fonvergne Coe. Also survived by his children, Ronald Coe, Howard G. Coe, Jr, Michael Coe, Bonnie Coe, and Carol Montalbano. Brother of Norma Early. Grandfather of Christina and Miranda Coe, Chance Frosch and Christi Szalanski. Great grandfather of Ryan Szalanski. Mr. Coe was preceded in death by his parents, Loyd Coe and Elizabeth Smith Coe; a daughter, Tina Marie Coe; and a grandchild, Brian Cobb.Mr. Coe was a veteran of WWII and served as a Jefferson Parish Deputy Constable. He retired from West Jefferson General Hospital in 1987. He was also a commercial artist. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral from the Chapel of WESTSIDE/LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA on Wednesday, November 29, 2006 at 12 noon. Interment will be private. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 29, 2006 from 10:00 am 12:00 noon. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000192 Cole - Carrie Cole, age 93, a life long resident of Gretna, LA succumbed to her death, on Saturday, November 4, 2006 in Lancaster, TX. She is the loving mother of Dolores Gray, James Wilson, Beulah Addison, George Cole, and the late Harris, Jr., and Charles Wilson. She is the daughter of the late Eddie and Jane Cole. She was preceded in death by a sister and 2 brothers. She is also survived by 3 daughter-in-law Shirley and Irma Wilson and Gabie Cole, 1 son-in-law George Gray, 18 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren, 11 great-great grandchildren and a host of nieces,nephew, and cousins. Relatives and friends of the family, also members and employees of Evening Star Baptist Church, Mt. Zion Baptist Chuch, First King Solomon Missionary Baptist Church, Mt. Pilgrim, Fellowship Baptist Church of Oak Cliff Dallas, TX, Jefferson Parish School Board, Entergy, International School of Language, Metropolitan Human Service District, Chase Bank, and United States Navy are invited to attend Funeral Services at New Hope Baptist Church, 434 7th St, Gretna, LA 70053, on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 10:00am. Interment will follow in New Hope Baptist Church Cemetery on Lafayette St. in Gretna, LA 70053. Arrangements by Golden Gate Funeral Home, Dallas, TX. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000193 Cole - Mary Evans Cole, on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at 11:40 p.m. Beloved wife by first marriage of the late J.W. Evans and by second marriage of the late W.O. Cole. Mother of Sandra E. Beadle, Jerry Evans and the late William Evans and Patricia E. Melton. Mother-in-law of David Beadle and Iva Evans. Grandmother of Bryan Beadle, Elizabeth Haddock, Elizabeth, Tiffiane, Chad, Louis and Mary Evans, Angie Pickett, Judy Panessiti, Terri Sanders, Debra McCarthy and the late Bret Beadle. Great-Grandmother of Haley, Laney, Evan, Cody, Amber, Taylor, Emily, Jessica, William, Lauren, James, Travis, Dorothy, Heather, Jordan, Ashley, Bryan and Brittney. Age 84. A native of Grappes Bluff, LA. and a resident of Reserve, LA. for the past 2 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend services. Visitation at Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, 2806 W. Airline Hwy, Laplace on Friday, November 17, 2006 from 9 am to 10 am. Followed by Memorial Services at the funeral home chapel at 10 o'clock a.m. Burial to be private at a later date. Times Picayune 11-15-2006 **************************************** 000194 Coleman - Mercedes Coleman, age 83, passed away on Tuesday, November 14, 2006. Her Homegoing Celebration commemorating her life will be held on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at Greater Galilee Missionary Baptist Church, 2013 St. Ann Street. Rev. Felman Taylor, Jr., officiating. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service. She leaves to cherish her many precious memories: her son, Emile Coleman III; one cousin, Albert Bennett; and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Emile Coleman, Jr.; and one son, Albert Coleman. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Greater St. Stephen Full Gospel Baptist Church and Greater Galilee Missionary Baptist Church are invited to attend. Interment and Rite Service at Providence Memorial Park Cemetery with ascending doves symbolizing the commending of the departing soul. Funeral Services HERITAGE FUNERAL DIRECTORS 'A Spirit of Excellence' 4101 St. Claude Avenue, N.O., LA Information: (504) 944- 5500 Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000195 Coleman - Michael J. (FLY) Coleman, Sr., a former employee of Northrop Grumman (Avondale Shipyard) as a Fork Lift Operator, departed this life on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at West Jefferson Medical Center. Husband of Deborah S. Coleman. Father of Michael, Jr., (Shawnita), Mathieus, Daricus and Marcus Coleman, Shawn Johnson and Keisha Lewis. Grandfather of Kylor, kylar, Kolby and Jaedon Coleman, Tylor, Tailor and Tyron Lewis. Brother of Edward, Jr., Glenn, Sr. and Daryl Coleman, Sr., Bernadette Bartholomew and Sandra Brooks. Devoted friend of Chauncey Jones. Also survived by 1 great-aunt, Gussie Jackson; 4 aunts: Joyce Craig, Albertha Christoph, Mary Ann Jackson and Suzie Edwards; and a host of neices, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Age 50 years. A native of New Orleans, La. and a resident of Marrero, La. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Second Highway B. C., Franklin Ave. B.C. , Morning Star B.C., Macedonia B. C. and all neighboring churches; employees of Northrop Grumman (Avondale Shipyard), U. S. Postal Services , Fed Ex., Jefferson Parish Drainage Dept., U. P. S. , Coleman's Body Shop, Jefferson School System, Rest Care and Mazda Kia are invited to attend the Funeral Service from Second Highway B.C., 1533 Haydel Dr., Marrero, La. on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 9:30A.M. Rev. Joseph Walker III - Officiating. (No Wake). Visitation from 8:00 A.M. until service time. Interment: Restlawn Cemetery, Avondale, La. Arrangements by DAVIS MORTUARY SERVICE 230 Monroe St., Gretna, LA Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000196 Collins - . Wadrina V. Collins on Thursday, October 26, 2006 at the hour of 10:15 a.m. our Lord came to the beside of his own child, he led her safely to that peaceful shore. She was a member of Beacon Light Cathedral - Pastored by Rev. Darryl Brister. She also graduated from Southern University in Baton Rouge, LA. Daughter of the late Henry and Beatrice Lee Van Buren. Granddaughter of the late Elder and Missionary Elizabeth Van buren. Wife of the alte Samuel 'Buddy' Collins. Mother of Rainey (Antoinette), Roxelyn, Ronald (Paulette), Keith, Kimberley and Trina. Sister of Doris V. Gauff and Elder Georgia V. Slaughter. Sister-in-law of Eliza Collins Webb and Thelma Collins. Niece of Mary Belle V. Chapman of Sacramento, California, Minister Naomi V. Bolds of Franklin, LA and retired Sargent Roscoe Van Buren of Tacoma Washington. Also survived by 11 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, a host of other relatives and friends. A native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Beacon Light Cathedral are invited to attend the visitation on Monday, November 6, 2006 at Gertrude Geddes Willis Funeral Home, 2120 Jackson Avenue from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Followed by Funeral Services at 11:00 a.m. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. NO WAKE. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC. in charge. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000197 Collins - Gina Lisa Collins entered into eternal rest on Monday, October 23, 2006 at Willis Knighton Bossier Hospital. Daughter of the late Mr. & Mrs. Leonard & Mildred Collins, Jr. Sister of Gerald T. Clarke, Sr., Gregory, Kenneth and Wendell Collins, Sr., Sylvia Flint, Gilda Clarke, Rita Watson, Carlotta Watson, Martha Glapion, the late Teddy N. Clarke, Jr., Barbara Kenny, Idella Williams and Larry N. Clarke, Sr. She is also survived by a host of aunts, brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Service on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at 1:00pm at Majestic Mortuary 1833 Oretha C. Haley Blvd. Visitation at 12noon. Interment in Resthaven Memorial Park. MAJESTIC MORTUARY in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000198 Collins - Mark Anthony Collins passed from this life on Sunday, October 29, 2006 at 6:42 a.m. at Slidell Memorial Hospital after a sudden illness. Mark was the devoted husband of Seanna Ebony Payne-Tucker Collins. He was the loving father of Marlana, Makayla and Ja'Nyah Collins and Taliyah Watkins. Cherished son of Debra Williams Collins and Willie Collins III. Loving brother of Willie Collins IV (Denise), Tammy Collins McCray (Ronny), April, Tory, Breian, Brandon, Gabriel and Danielle Collins. Grandson of Lena B. Williams and the late Evlvin Charles Williams, Shirley Elmore Collins and Willie Collins II. Nephew of Gwendolyn Adams, Brenda Nero (Julius), Gilbert and Reginald Williams, Nora Collins, Mary Scott, Gerald, Anthony, Carl, Bernell and Andre Collins, the late Elvin and Roderick Williams and Kathy Johnson. He was the son-in-law of W.L. 'Bobby' and Gwendolyn Payne Tucker. Godfather of Darren Nero. Also survived by 3 nieces, 2 nephews, numerous cousins, other relatives, friends and best friend, Keith Williams. Age 31 years. A native of New Orleans, LA. Mark was a 1994 graduate of John F. Kennedy High School and joined the U.S. Navy in 1996. While in the Navy, Mark traveled to many parts of the U.S., South America and Europe. In August 2006, Mark retired from the Navy and returned to the States after a 3-year tour in Rota, Spain. His passion was football and he was an avid and loyal New Orleans Saints fan. The country got a glimpse of Mark at this seasons 1st home game. Relatives and friends of the family; also officers and members of the St. Andrew Baptist Church of Braithwaite, Violet COGIC and employees of HUD and Ochsner Clinic Foundation are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Plymouth Rock Baptist Church, 233 Hillary Street, New Orleans, LA on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 12:00 noon. Rev. Rainey Daniels, officiating. (NO WAKE). Visitation from 11:00 a.m. until service time. Interment Providence Park Cemetery. Arrangements by D.W. RHODES FUNERAL HOME, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna, LA. . Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000199 Collins - Willie Collins, died on Monday, October 30, 2006. Beloved husband of the late Earline Collins. Stepfather of Evelyn J. Bell. Brother of Minnie H. (Lee) Clincy of Jackson, MS, Edward (Mary) and George Weatherspoon, the late Albert Jean Packnett and Ruthie Brown. Also survived by a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Memorial Service at Greater Mt. Rose Baptist Church, 1322 Simon Bolivar Sreet on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at 1:00 pm. Arrangements by DW Rhodes Funeral Home, Gretna, LA. Times Picayune 11-7-2006 **************************************** 000200 Colomb - Charles L. Colomb, Jr., age 85 years, died Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at Chateau de Notre Dame. Beloved husband of the late Eugenie Forstall Colomb. Father of Eugenie C. Leonards of Humble, TX; Charles L. Colomb III; Rawlins H. Colomb; and Garidel M. Colomb. Also survived by 4 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Mr. Colomb served as a Lieutenant JG in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was a graduate of Tulane University, and was a cattleman and the manager and owner of Raceland Stockyard. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Mater Dolorosa Church, 8128 Plum St., New Orleans, on Monday, November 27, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow in Lafayette Cemetery No. 1. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations to charity of choice preferred.LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME in charge of arrangements. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000201 Colomb - Harvey W. Colomb, age 78 years, at Canon Hospice on Friday, November 24, 2006 at 6:35 a.m. Father of Kendal Garcia, Keane Colomb and Kerri (Tazzie) Arkin. Father-in-law of Dennis Garcia and John Arkin. Brother of Allen Colomb, Kinta Steigler and the late Vivian Faget and Charles L. Colomb, Jr. Son of the late Vivian Garidel and Charles Louis Colomb, Sr. Also survived by 2 grandchildren, Chad Garcia and Kellie Garcia. Private family funeral services will be held at a later date. In lieu of the usual remembrances, memorials to the New Orleans S.P.C.A., 701 Thaya Street, New Orleans, La. 70114. Times Picayune 11-26- 2006 **************************************** 000202 Colon - Jose' Mario Colon passed away at Alexander Cohen Hospice in Turlock, CA on September 24, 2006 after a short battle with cancer. Beloved husband of Ruthie F. Colon of Turlock, CA. Father of Jasmine, Antonea and Joey Colon of Turlock, CA. Son of Helen M. Colon of Metairie, LA and the late Jose' Augustine Colon, Jr. Brother of Esther C. (husband, Barrie) Zanca of Metairie, LA and Martha E. Colon of Gretna, LA. Half-brother of JAC Colon II of Mossy Rock, WA and Camille Colon Griffin of Slidell, LA. Also survived by many other loving relatives and friends. Age 54 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Memorial Service from WESTSIDE/LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 11:30 AM. Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM until funeral time. Interment was held in California, his home for the past thirty years. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Westside Ministries, P.O. Box 354, Turlock, CA 95381 are preferred. For information, call 341-9421. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000203 Colvin - Eva Lee Colvin passed away on November 24, 2006. Age 82 years. Beloved wife of the late Ruble L. Colvin. Mother of Randa C. Nelson and Michael L. Colvin. Grandmother of Derek A. Nelson and Dirk C. Nelson. Great Grandmother of Christian, Andrew and Kelycee Nelson. Mrs. Colvin graduated from McMain High School and Charity School of Nursing. She was retired from the New Orleans Sewage and Water Board and a member of St. Mark's Lutheran Church. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery), on Monday, November 27, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. Visitation will begin at 11:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 2605 River Rd., New Orleans, LA 70121, (800) 227-2345. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000204 Comstock - Raymond J. Comstock, Jr. On Thursday, November 23, 2006 at 4:24 AM, age 76 years. Beloved husband of Angela Pumilia Comstock. Father of Charlene Comstock-Galagan, father in law of James Comstock-Galagan. Son of the late Angeline Zito Comstock and Raymond Joseph Comstock, Sr. Brother of Joan Comstock Ferry. Brother in law of Charles Joseph Ferry. Uncle of Raye Anne Ferry Latham and husband Mark Latham, Ruth Anne Ferry Ragusa and husband Rand Ragusa. Step grandfather of Megan Stine-Galagan. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at GREENWOOD FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5200 Canal Blvd. (adjacent to Greenwood Cemetery) on Monday, November 27, 2006 at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in St. Patrick Cemetery # I. Visitation on Sunday from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM and Monday from 9:00 AM until service time. In lieu of flowers donations preferred to St. Dominic Restoration Fund or Ochsner Heart Institute. To view and sign the guest book please go to www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-26- 2006 **************************************** 000205 Costa - Rose Varuso Costa passed away on Wednesday, November 1, 2006 at 11:00 AM. Age 68 years. Beloved wife of Louis J. Costa. Loving mother of Vicky A. Tubre and Vivian C. O'Neil. Mother-in-law of Craig Tubre Sr. and Stan O'Neil. Grandmother of Craig Tubre Jr., Brian Tubre, Matthew Tubre and Kelly Barrios. Great-grandmother of Tarah Tubre, Micah Tubre and Kayla Lampkin. Sister of Vivian Schneider and Frank Varuso. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at St. Mary Magdalen Church, 6425 West Metairie Ave., Metairie, on Monday, November 6, 2006 at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in Garden of Memories Cemetery. Visitation will be on Sunday, November 5, 2006 at Greenwood Funeral Home, (Formerly All Faiths) (486-0880) 5200 Canal Blvd. New Orleans, from 5:30 PM until 8:30 PM and on Monday, at church, from 9:30 AM until time of Mass. In lieu of flowers donations to American Diabetes Association, 3340 Severn Ave., Suite 360, Metairie, LA 70002 or American Heart Association, P.O. Box 159, Destrehan, LA 70047 preferred. To view or sign the Family Guestbook please visit www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 11-4-2006 **************************************** 000206 Cotton - Beionka Cotton, wife of Darrick J. Cotton, Sr. Mother of Aunriek, Darrick, Jr., Breya, Rockerick and Sonshyn. Daughter of Charles, Davis, Sr. And Peggie Elaine Jenkins. Sister of Keiotha (Greg) Blake, LaTasha and Chinna Davis, Charles, Jr. and Andre Sylvester. Daughter-in-law of Shirley Hayes. Brother-in-law of Rongi Cotton. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Age 33 years. A native of New Orleans, La. and a resident of Lafayette, La. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers and members of Evening Star B.C., Greater St. Stephens B.C. , Regular B.C., Life Center Cathedral and House of Charity Worship Center are invited to attend the Funeral Service from Davis Mortuary Service, 6820 W. B. Expressway, Marrero, La. on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 10:00 A.M. (No Wake). Visitation from 9:00 a.m. until service time. Interment: Private. In lieu of flowers, DONATIONS SHOULD BE MADE TO THE COTTON CHILDREN COLLEGE FUND. Arrangements By: Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, La. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000207 Coudray - Eric Joseph Coudray at Covington, LA on Wednesday, October 25, 2006. Beloved son of Spencer J. and Nina Coudray. Sister of Sharon Holden. Half brother of Claudette and Spencer III. Nephew of Ernestine, Barbara, Louise, Joseph and Robert Lee. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends Attended Blessed Sacrament School and served as an alter boy. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral from the Jefferson Home of Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp Funeral Home at 1600 N.Causeway Blvd. at 43rd Street on Friday, November 3, 2006 at Noon. Interment in Lake Lawn Cemetery. Visitation on Friday, November 3, 2006 from 9:00 AM until time of service. Info: call 504-835- 2341. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000208 Coward - Joe E. Coward, Ph.D., on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at Ochsner Foundation. Mr. Coward was the husband of Carole Anne Coward. Father of Steven Coward and Kelle Anne Coward. Brother of Ronald Coward. Grandfather of Thomas Bolduc and Helaina Savoie. Mr. Coward received his Ph.D. in Microbiology for the University of Mississippi Medical Center. Post Doctoral and Staff Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. Mr. Coward was an Associate Professor at LSU Health Sciences Center School of Medicine in New Orleans. A Private Service will be held at a later date. A memorial donation can be sent to LSU Medical Alumni Association in memory of Joe E. Coward Ph.D., 533 Bolivar Street, New Orleans, La. 70112. Lamana-Panno-Fallo Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000209 Cox - Michael Andrew Cox on Friday, November 10, 2006 in Metairie, LA. Son of Lori Vickrey and step-son of Dwayne Vickrey and son of Tommy Cox and stepson of Tracy Cox. Twin brother of Thomas J. Cox, Christopher Cox, Madison Cox and Susan Wallace. Brother-in-law of Mason Wallace. Grandson of John VanScyoc, Karen VanScyoc, Don Vickrey, Jo Ann Vickery, Bonna Cox, John Cox and the late Mel Cox. Uncle of Perrin and Julianna. Age 21 years. A native of Metairie, LA. He was a 2004 graduate of E.J. High School where he was a football scholar and attended Tulane University. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service on Thursday, November 16, 2006 at The First Baptist Church of Kenner, 1400 Williams Blvd., Kenner, LA at 12:30 p.m. Followed by interment in Masonic Cemetery. Visitation on Thursday, November 16, 2006 at the Metairie Funeral Home of Lamana-Panno-Fallo, 1717 Veterans Blvd., at the corner of Bonnabel Blvd. after 9:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon. Please sign the on-line Guest Book at www.legacy.com. Information: 831-9901. Times Picayune 11-15-2006 **************************************** 000210 Crawford - Lisa Beatrice Crawford 'departed this earthly life' on Thursday, November 9, 2006. Age 41. A loving neighbor of the Gentilly area of New Orleans, LA. She was an entrepreneur and owner of Gimmick Records, S & L Deli and Great Looks. Daughter of the late Charmaine Annie Crawford and Milton Martin. The loving mother of Suzanne O. Crawford and Raje Moreno. Devoted sister of Samantha, Celette, Terry, Shawn, Duane, Wendell and Erica. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the Crawford family are invited to attend 'A Celebration of Her Life' on Friday, November 17, 2006 at the Asia Baptist Church, 1400 Sere Street, NOLA at 10:00 a.m. Visitation at 8:00 a.m. The Rev. Kenneth Thibodeaux, Pastor, officiating. Cortege and interment in Mount Olivet Cemetery and Mausoleum. Services entrusted to LOUISIANA UNDERTAKING CO., INC. 1449 N. Claiborne Ave., NOLA 70116 Information: (504) 945-2145 Jeffery K. Jenkins/Renard A. Boissiere Directors Times Picayune 11- 16-2006 **************************************** 000211 Crawford - Margareta 'Meg' Crawford, born in Ehrang, Germany, died at her residence on Wednesday, November 15, 2006 at 10:35 a.m. She was a resident of Pearl River for the past 48 years. Age 72 years. Beloved wife of Salmen A. Crawford, Jr. Mother of Patricia Breeding, Marita Singletary, Gregory P. and Marc A. Crawford. Sister of Elfie Blesius and Udo Thiel and the late Matthias Thiel. Grandmother of Rita, Dooley, Colton, Cody and Wade. Great-grandmother of Ty. Special thanks to the Hospice Care of La/Ms. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral services from the Funeral home of D.T. Williams, 67525 Highway 41, Pearl River, La. on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Followed by the interment at the Audobon Cemetery, Pearl River, La. Visitation at the funeral home on Friday morning from 9:30 until 11:00. Times Picayune 11-17- 2006 **************************************** 000212 Crimmins - Louis N. Crimmins passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at the age of 84. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Jefferson Parish for the past 40 years. Mr. Crimmins served in the United States Army Air Forces during World War II. He was a parishioner of St. Rita Catholic Church. Mr. Crimmins was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Appoline Crimmins; two brothers, Walter and Charles Crimmins; and one nephew, Walter Crimmins. Survivors include two sister-in-laws, Audrey and Virgie Crimmins; four nephews, David Crimmins, Ronald Crimmins, Charles Crimmins, Jr. and Robert Crimmins; and three nieces, Denise Crimmins, Kathy Cuccarese and Diane Matzke. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at 4:00 PM. Visitation will begin at 3:00 PM. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-21-2006 **************************************** 000213 Crochet - Beverly Kelley Crochet on Wednesday, November 1, 2006. Beloved wife of the late Jimmy P. Crochet. Mother of Dierdre, grandmother of Lindsey and Whitney Wilcox. Daughter of the late Irma Romair Kelley and Benjamin F. Kelley, Sr. Sister of Benjamin F. Kelley, Jr. Devoted cousin of Jocelyn Barrios. Loving aunt of Cheppie, Brenda and Val. Devoted friend of Vincent Mustacchia. She taught ballroom dancing for many years for D'Amico Studios. She was owner of Beverly's School of Dancing for children for 25 years. She was a member of Latinaires Dance Club and Dance Lovers Club. Age 79 years. A native of New Orleans and resident of Metairie for the past fifty years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Chapel of Lamana-Panno-Fallo Funeral Home, 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, at 12:00 Noon on Tuesday, November 7, 2006. Interment to follow in Lafayette No. 1 Cemetery. Friends may visit on Tuesday from 10:00 am until service time. Arrangements by JACOB SCHOEN AND SON FUNERAL DIRECTORS. Guests may sign the guestbook online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000214 Croon - Timothy Croon entered into eternal rest on Friday, November 24, 2006. Age 46. Beloved son of Charles Croon, Sr. and Daisy Croon. Brother of Holton Smith (Renelda), Donis Bell (Roosevelt), McComb, MS, Charles Croon, Jr. (Lydia), Glenn Croon (Pauline), Spring, Texas, Muriel Croon, Jacqueline Croon and Joseph Smith (Mary), McComb, MS. Also survived by aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Calvary Baptist Church; and employees of Winn Dixie are invited to attend the funeral on Thursday, November 30, 2006 at 12:00 noon at Calvary Baptist Church, 929 South Sibley Street, Metairie, LA. Rev. James E. Turner, officiating. Visitation from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. Interment in Providence Memorial Park. RICHARDSON FUNERAL HOME in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000215 Crosby - Willie Mae 'Pinky' Crosby on Sunday, October 29, 2006 in Georgia. Daughter of Olantha Richardson and the late Henry Harrel. Wife of the late James Crosby. Mother of Leroy (Carolyn), Terrance (Deanna Alexis), Dalton (Letitia), Derell (Shante Lockett) Crosby, James (Phyllis) Givens, Kevin Givens, Dondrea (Renix Leo) Crosby, Demetra (Philip) Fleming, Dionne (Shane) Bolden and Deborah Thompson (Ray Noah). Sister of Leroy, Eugene, Michael and Herman Richardson, Freddie Givens, Rose and Gloria Richarson. Sister-in-law of Frank Crosby and Lillie Givens Wilson. Grandmother of 22 grandchildren and the late Jamie Carl Givens. Great-grandmother of 4. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Friends and relatives are invited to attend a Funeral Service on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at First Pilgrim Baptist Church, 1228 Arts St., New Orleans, LA at 10:00 a.m. Interment in Jefferson Memorial Gardens, St. Rose, LA. Visitation starting at 8:00 a.m. THIBODAUX'S FUNERAL SERVICE in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000216 Cross - John C. Cross, Sr. passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2006. Beloved husband of Lucille Kern Cross. Father of John C. Cross, Jr. Son of the late Julia Johnston and Christopher Cross. Brother of Rosalie Irma Cross and the late Mary Deloris Rausch, Kathryn Aldridge, Doris Koellisch, Marie O'Neil and Bertrand Cross. Grandfather of Troy M. Cross. Great Grandfather of Mary, Erin and Lauren Cross. Age 87 years. A native of Shreveport and a resident of Gretna, LA for the past 55 years. A private burial was held at Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Mothe Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-28- 2006 **************************************** 000217 Cucinello - Tony Cucinello joined his loving wife Lulumay Alvarez Cucinello in Heaven at the home of Daniel and Julie Dixon (Granddaughter) with his family by his side on November 25, 2006. He was 77. Cucinello was a native of New Orleans and a resident of Nine Mile Point, LA for the past 39 years. Stepfather of Steve Alvarez (Carol), Robert Alvarez, Nancy Martin ( Kirkland ), and Linda Sevin. Loving Grandfather of Scott Alvarez, Shane Alvarez, Ron Cucinello, David Depascal (Maria), Michael Depascal (Stacy), Dawn Harris (Andy), Lori Depascal and Julie Dixon (Daniel). Great-grandfather of Lauren Dixon, Tori, Katie, Devin, and Derin Depascal, Patrick Levert, Mark, Ryan, and Shawn Harris. Also survived by his sister Serita Clement and brother Frank Cucinello, and a host of nieces, nephews, friends, and family. Relatives and friends of the family, also members of the Nine Mile Point Fire Department, Holy Guardian Angels Catholic Church, and Carpenters Union Local 1846 are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Holy Guardian Angels Catholic Church, 1701 Bridge City Ave, Bridge City, LA on Saturday December 2, 2006 at 12:00 Noon. Interment Our Lady of Prompt Succor Cemetery , Westwego, LA. Parlors will be open at Mothe Funeral Homes, 7040 Lapalco Blvd, Marrero, LA on Friday evening from 6:00 PM until 10:00 PM and again on Saturday morning from 9:00 AM until 11:30. Information: 366-4343. The family would like to thank West Jefferson Hospice for their help. Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000218 Cullen - Thelma Josephine Cullen on November 3, 2006. Beloved wife of George Robert Cullen. Daughter of the late Julia Patton. Sister of the late Walter A. Willoz, Sr. Aunt of Andre Brandis, Mary Catherine McSweeney and the late Walter Willoz, Jr. Also survived by great nieces and nephews. Age 92 years. A lifelong resident of Gretna, LA. Relatives and friends of the family, also members of St. Cletus Club, Knights of Columbus Auxiliary Council 8615, The Krewe of Iris, The Krewe of Choctaw, Oakdale Golden Agers, Catholic Golden Agers, West Jefferson Hospital Volunteers and friends of the Camel Club and Bill W. are invited to attend the Religious Services from Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Tuesday, November 7, 2006 at 10:30AM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Cletus Catholic Church, 3600 Claire Avenue, Gretna, LA at 11:00AM. Interment will be in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation at the funeral home on Tuesday from 9:00AM until 10:30AM. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000219 Curtis - Gertrud A. Curtis, (nee Denninger ) of Port Washington, WI formerly of Milwaukee, WI died November 26, 2006, 80 years of age. Beloved wife of Lucien, dear mother of Alvin (Jan Livingston) Curtis of Winchester, VA, Monica (James) Comeaux of New Orleans and Patricia (William) Tannhaeuser of Port Washington, WI. Also survived by 6 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, 1 sister- in-law, Grace (Dick) Eells of West Allis, WI, nieces, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by 1 brother, Alwin Denninger and 1 grandson Billy Tannhaeuser. Visitation and Funeral Services will be held Friday, December 1, 2006, at the Eernisse Funeral Home, Port Washington, WI from 12:00 noon to 2:00 PM with services following. Interment in St. Mary's Cemetery, Port Washington, WI. Online condolences can be left at www.eernissefuneralhome.com. EERNISSE FUNERAL HOME 1600 W. Grand Ave. (Hwy 33 & LL) Port Washington, WI 262-284-2601 Times Picayune 11-29- 2006 **************************************** 000220 Curtis - Gloria McDonald Curtis on Sunday, November 5, 2006. She was born July 12, 1925 in New Orleans to the late John D. and Catherine Hutchinson McDonald and is the beloved wife of Nelson J. Curtis, Sr. They have lived in Abita Springs, LA for the past 45 years. She is survived by three sons: Nelson, Jr., Rodney M., Daniel J. Curtis and two daughters: Judith Ann Curtis and Suzanne Curtis Sumpter. She is also survived by her sister Joyce M. Richardson, eight grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a sister Beverly M. Famigilo and a grandson Rodney Michael Curtis, Jr. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend Funeral Mass on Tuesday, November 7, 2006 at 11:00 AM from the Chapel at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, Inc., 2260 W. 21st Ave., Covington, LA 70433. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM. Sign our guestbook online www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 11-6-2006 **************************************** 000221 Daggs - Le' Aamori Ojon Daggs died on Wednesday, November 8, 2006. Daughter of Anthony Daggs and Enjolee Tillman. Sister of Asia, Anthony Jr. and Armaya Daggs. Granddaughter of Brenda Dominick and Pamela Bailey; and a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; pastors, officers and members of Household of Faith Church are invited to attend the service on Monday, November 13, 2006 at Household of Faith Church, 9300 1-10 Service Rd. at 10:00 a.m. Visitation will begin at 9:30 a.m. Pastor Antoine Barriere, officiating. Interment: Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Arrangements by D.W. RHODES FUNERAL HOME, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna, LA. Please visit our website www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the guest book. Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000222 Daigle - George Whilman Daigle, Jr. on Wednesday, November 1, 2006. Age 78 years. Beloved husband of Claire Landry Daigle. Father of Ilene Daigle Chunn, Denise Daigle Fulton, David B. Daigle and Gregory G. Daigle. Brother of Joan Daigle Landry and the late Katherine Daigle Sparrow. Son of the late George W. and Josie Gisclard Daigle, Sr. Father-in-law of Kevin P. Chunn Whitney Fulton III, and Elizabeth M. Daigle. Grandfather of Ashley N. Chunn, Nicholas P. Chunn, Mallory A. Fulton, and Brian C. Fulton. Stepgrandfather of Jeffrey Schaub and Rebecca Schaub. Also survived by a host of nieces and nephews. Family, friends and also employees and retirees of Kaiser Aluminum were invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Leitz- Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Blvd. Metairie, LA on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 12:00 noon. Visitation was held from 10:00 am until 12:00 noon. Interment was Garden of Memories Cemetery. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000223 Daigle - Donald Edgard Paul Daigle, age 77, of Christiansburg, passed away Tuesday, October 31, 2006. He retired from Hercules in 1989 after 33 years of service. He was a member of Belmont Christian Church and served his country in the U. S. Navy during World War II. He was preceded in death by his parents, Junius Joseph and Flossie Burlette Daigle. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife of 56 years, Mary Lu Arnold Daigle; son and daughter-in-law, Paul Arnold Daigle & Leigh Ann Daigle, and their children, Brandon Aldridge Daigle and Jaryck Adair Daigle of Christiansburg; son, David Maurice Daigle of Roanoke, daughter and son-in-law, Donna Lu Daigle Worrell and W. J. Worrell, Jr. and their daughter, Brittney Lu Worrell all of Draper. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. Thursday at the Horne Funeral Home. Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Friday at the Horne Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Jim Bayne, Pastor Lynda Schupp and Pastor Jerry Dowdy officiating. Interment will follow in Roselawn Memorial Gardens. The Daigle Family is being served by Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg, 540-382-2612. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.hornefuneralservice.com. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000224 Daigle - Sabrina Yolanda Daigle went home to be with the Lord on Monday, November 13, 2006 at her residence. Beloved daughter of Warren P. Daigle and Doris Knight Daigle. Sister of Denise Daigle Eggert and her husband Bill Eggert. Aunt of Martin and Matthew Eggert. Also survived by many other loving family and friends. Age 50 years. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of River Ridge, LA for 27 years. The relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the graveside service at Jefferson Memorial Gardens, 11316 River Road, St. Rose, LA on Wednesday morning, November 15, 2006 at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to River Region Hospice House, 507 Upstream St., River Ridge, LA 70123. Please sign the online guestbook at www.legacy.com. Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-14-2006 **************************************** 000225 Daigrepont - Daddy was born September 20, 1928 on November 5, 2006 the year of our Lord Jesus Christ, our father, Robert Daigrepont, Jr. joined his wife Juanita Daigrepont in heaven to spend eternal life together. In heaven waiting for his homecoming are his parents, Elizabeth Anglada Daigrepont and Robert Daigrepont, Sr. One brother Allen Lee Daigrepont, Sr. and his sister-in-law Dorietta Jones Daigrepont. Their daughter, Robbie Ann Daigrepont, his niece. Many aunts, uncles and cousins. Daddy is survived by his daughter, Jackie Daigrepont Donney and her husband Tim Donney of Newtown, PA. Two sons Robert Daigrepont, III of Chalmette, LA and Gary John Daigrepont of Kenner, LA. One granddaughter, Jennifer Durand of Princeton, NJ and one great-granddaughter, Gabriela Durand of Newtown, PA. Two nieces, Deborah Daigrepont Richards of Poplarville, MS and Sandra Schluter of Loxahatchee, Florida. One nephew, Allen Lee Daigrepont, Jr. of Poplarville, MS. One aunt Lucy Brown of St. Bernard, LA. Many great nieces, nephews and cousins. Daddy spent a brief time in the United States Navy and was honorably discharged in 1946. Daddy was a seaman for many years before becoming a longshoreman, he remained so until his retirement in 1991 after 34 years of service. Daddy loved to vacation with his family, he took us kids all over the country sometimes with our pets in tow. Daddy loved animals, especially all of our pets that we had through the years-they were part of our family. In lieu of flowers the family is requesting that donations be made in his name to: St. Bernard Animal Shelter, 115 Agriculture Road, Chalmette, La. 70043. The donations will be used for spraying, neutering of dogs and cats; as well as their medical needs. Ms Tina Bernard from the St. Bernard Animal Shelter can be reached at 504- 442-2836. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Christian Funeral Mass at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church, 2320 Paris Road, Chalmette, LA on Thursday, November 9, 2006, at 1:00 pm. Visitation at the church on Thursday, from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm. Interment in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens, Chalmette, LA. Arrangements by Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-7-2006 **************************************** 000226 Daigs - Larry Joseph Daigs, Sr. departed this life on Sunday, November 19, 2006 at West Jefferson Medical Center. Son of Rosalie F. Daigs and the late Milton Daigs. Father of Larry Jr. and Jonathan Clark. Brother of Milton Daigs, Mary D. Washington, Cynthia Daigs, the late Jeanette Petty and Gregory Daigs. Brother-in- law of Thomas Washington. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Age 55 years. A native of New Orleans, La. and a resident of Marrero, La. Relatives and friends of the family, priest and parishioners of St. Joseph The Worker Catholic Church and all neighboring churches; employees of Light House of the Blind and Avondale Shipyard are invited to attend the Funeral Service from Davis Mortuary Service, 6820 W.B. Expressway, Marrero, La. on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. (No Wake). Visitation from 9:00 a.m. until service time. Interment: Restlawn Cemetrery, Avondale, La. Arrangements by DAVIS MORTUARY SERVICE 230 Monroe St., Gretna, La. Times Picayune 11-21-2006 **************************************** 000227 Dale - Betty Fulton Dale, age 73 of Kenner LA, on Monday, October 30, 2006 at 6:30 AM. Beloved wife of Leonard Dale. Mother of Candy Giarrusso, Leonard Dale, Jr., Lisa Estave, Gary Dale, Linda Stern, Jerry Dale. Step-Mother of Rosemarie Richard. Sister of Doc Fulton and the late Louise Killen. Also Survived by 20 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Mrs. Dale passed away after a courageous battle with cancer at Canon Hospice. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral from the Jefferson home of Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp Funeral Home 1600 North Causeway Boulevard at 43rd Street on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at 2:00 PM. Visitation on Thursday, November 2, 2006 from noon until time of service. Info: call 504-835-2341. Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000228 Dallon - Joseph 'SUN-B-O' Dallon, Sr. on Friday, November 10, 2006 at his residence in Killona, LA. Son of the late Juliette and Albert Dallon. Husband of the late Gladys Dallon. Father of Joseph Dallon, Jr. (Sue), Hazel and Deborah Dallon. Also survived by 10 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, 5 great-great- grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Age 96 years. A native and resident of Killona, LA. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Children of Israel, The Historic Bethlehem and Canaan Baptist Churches and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Children of Israel Baptist Church, 263 Killiona Drive, Killona, LA on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Dennis Austin, Pastor, officiating. Interment Holy Rosary Cemetery, Taft, LA. Visitation at the above named Church from 9:00 a.m. until service time. SERVICED BY ROBOTTOM Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000229 Danna - Trudy Lee Reynolds Danna went home to be with the Lord at 6:45AM on Thursday, November 9, 2006. Born November 25, 1947, she was a former resident of New Orleans, LA and had been a resident of Meraux , LA for 32 years until being displaced by Hurricane Katrina. A long-time employee of Roberson Advertising Inc. with her familiar, friendly voice to many St. Bernard Parish residents, she was in charge of classified advertising for the St. Bernard News. She is survived by her beloved husband of 42 years, Paul Peter Danna Sr. of Meraux, LA; one son, Paul 'P.J.' Danna Jr. of Poplarville, MS; three daughters, Gwendolen Lee Grant of Dayton, TX; Joy Lee Winn of Milford, OH; and Joelle Lee Bailey of Meraux, LA; mother, Learnine Vercher Roberson of New Orleans, LA; two sisters, Dolly Mims of Carriere, MS, and Patricia Carr of New Orleans, LA; brother, Michael E. L. Roberson of Poplarville, MS; and five grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her father, Ernest Reynolds, and step-father, E. L. 'Bob' Roberson. Friends and family are invited to attend a funeral service to be held at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., NOLA on Saturday, November 11th beginning at 2:00PM. Burial will follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Cancer Society at 800-227-2345. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000230 Darby - Warren Elmore Darby, Sr., a 46-year resident of Arabi, residing in Slidell since Hurricane Katrina, passed away on Thursday, November 16, 2006 at the age of 85. Mr. Darby was the loving husband of Dorilie Cuquet Darby for 65 years; the beloved father of Cheryl Darby Johnson, Darnell Darby Tramonte, and Warren E. Darby, Jr.He is survived by five grandchildren: Donald J. Johnson, Jr., Darrin M. Johnson, Dawn Tramonte Cangelosi, Stephen Tramonte, Jr., and Chad N. Darby; five great-grandchildren: Megan Johnson, Jared Johnson, Lauren Johnson, Christian Cangelosi, and Kyle Cangelosi; and several nieces and nephews. Mr. Darby was the father-in-law of Donald 'Whitey' Johnson, Stephen Tramonte, and Carolyn Darby; son of the late Harry C. Darby Jr., and Celeste Simmons Darby; brother of the late Harry C. Darby III. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II, and retired from the Naval Support Activity, and then worked as a clerk on the riverfront. A memorial mass will be held on Saturday, November 25, 2006, at 11:00 am at HONAKER FUNERAL HOME, 1751 GAUSE BLVD WEST, ( In Forest Lawn Cemetery). Friends may visit at the funeral home on Saturday beginning at 10:00 am. Burial will be in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens at a later date. Masses preferred or Memorial Gifts to St. Joseph Hospice, 1121 S. Tyler Street, Covington, Louisiana 70433. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000231 Daspit - Joyce Wolf Daspit, beloved wife of the late John Hugh Daspit, passed away on Thursday November 2, 2006 P.M. Age 91. Mother of John H. Jr., Laurence J., Arthur C. and Lynne Daspit Pierce. Daughter of the late Jacob Joseph Wolf and Renee Legier Wolf. Sister of Renette W. Turner, Bolyn J. Wolf and the late Lois W. Buist. Survived by eleven grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. A resident of the Atrium in Metairie, former parishioner of St. Clare's Catholic Church, Waveland, MS and member of St. Vincent de Paul Society of St. Clare's Church. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at 12 noon. Interment in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-8-2006 **************************************** 000232 Dauterive - Sylvia Fuselier Dauterive was called to her resting place on Monday, November 20, 2006 at the age of 70. Beloved Wife of Merlin J. Dauterive. Loving Mother of Cynthia D. Cash (late James M. Cash, Jr.); Cheryl D. George (James A. George); Merle D. Felger (Gregg P. Felger, Sr.) and the late John L. Dauterive. She is Grandmother of Heather G. Arnold, Jessica G. Egan, Gregg P. Felger, Jr., and Cory J. Felger. Great Grandmother of Hannah and Tyler Egan, Nathaniel Arnold and Palmer Felger. Daughter of the late Don A. and Anna B. Fuselier. Step-daughter of the late Mary S. Fuselier. Sister of Claudia F. Hansen, Donna F. Le Blanc and the late Gerald A. Fuselier and Yvonne F. Heidel. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church, 2320 Paris Rd., Chalmette, LA on Friday, November 24, 2006 at 12:00pm. Visitation will begin at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans, LA on Thursday, November 23, 2006 from 6:00pm until 10:00pm and on Friday morning at church from 10:00am until 12:00noon. Interment will follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. LAKE LAWN METAIRIE in charge of arrangements. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-22-2006 **************************************** 000233 Davey - Gloria Ritter Davey, beloved wife of Jack Davey, died peacefully between 3:00 and 5:00 AM on Saturday, November 18, 2006. She was born in New Orleans, LA, September 7, 1927. She achieved a B.S. degree in Nursing from LSU, married in 1950 and was a terrific mother to her two children: Candace Jean Davey and Dr. Kent Ritter Davey. She has three grandchildren: Adrian Davey, Zachary Shawn Davey, and Masha Jacqueline Davey and is the sister of Peggy Ritter Heck of St. Bernard/Ponchatoula. Gloria is the daughter of the late Eugene Albery Ritter and Elizabeth Ahten Ritter. Gloria worked as a registered nurse at Veteran's Hospital-Lakeside, Charity Hospital and West Jefferson Hospital Emergency Room. She was a girl scout leader, an exercise leader for NORD, a member of the Aurora Garden Club, a cub boy scout leader, was active in local public schools, an active member of the St. Stephens Lutheran Church and a square dancer. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Services at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at 12:00 noon. Interment will follow in Metairie Cemetary. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM to 12:00 noon. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000234 Davis - Johnnie Rayford Davis passed away on Tuesday, November 7, 2006 at the age of 81 after a long illness. Beloved husband for 34 years of Joy T. Davis. Survived by his children: Danny T. Davis and his wife, Marie, Mary Chavers, Joan Prevost and husband, James, Charla Morel and husband, Chuckie, Nancy Campbell, Janet Christenberry and husband, Rob, Judy Davis, Trudy Davis, Jeanette Watson and husband, Scott and Annette Davis. Also survived by numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents, Dan and Marganie Davis; son, Olan Harris; grandson, Chance Davis; and brother, Joe D. Davis. Mr. Davis was a veteran of World War II and a retired school bus driver for the St. Tammany Parish School Board. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Graveside Service at Biloxi National Cemetery, Biloxi, MS at 11:00 AM on Monday, November 13, 2006. Visitation will be held Sunday, November 12, 2006 from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM at SCHOEN FUNERAL HOME of COVINGTON, 1414 South Tyler Street Covington, LA 70433. Times Picayune 11-11-2006 **************************************** 000235 Davis - Monique Jontrelle Davis 'entered into eternal rest' on Friday, November 10, 2006 at her residence. Daughter of Arlene Davis and the late Robert Johnson. Granddaughter of Argie Jean Johnson. Loving mother of Nae' Kwuan Smith. Devoted companion of Pernell Smith. Daughter-in-law of Lucy Smith and Willie. Sister of Chantrell, Rhonda, Diontrelle, Arlesha, Robert, Ronald, Ronnie, Jonathan and Troy Davis, the late Jontrell, Robinette and Ron Davis. Sister-in-law of Tyshima. Also survived by one niece, two nephews, one aunt, eigth uncles, a host of cousins, other relatives and friends. She was 20 years old and she graduated from Walter L. Cohen High School in 2003. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Thursday, November 16, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at Greater Mt. Rose Baptist Church, 1322 Simon Bolivar Ave. Rev. Bernard Murray, officiating. Visitation from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Interment Providence Memorial Park Cemetery. Professional services entrusted to ESTELLE J. WILSON FUNERAL HOME, INC. 2715 Danneel Street, N.O., LA Information: (504) 895- 4903 Times Picayune 11-15-2006 **************************************** 000236 Davis - Ruth Riley Davis, a homemaker, passed away peacefully her grandson's home in Algiers, LA, on Friday, November 24, 2006 at age 95. Mrs. Davis was born in Oneida, LA and was a lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA since 1931. Loving mother of Murphy Riley, Jeanne McMath Jones, Dianna Davis, Claudia Mango Henry, the late Allison and Lionel Riley, Sr. Also survived by 14 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. A service will be held on Thursday, November 30, 2006 -- 11:00 a.m. at Christian Unity Baptist Church, 1700 Conti Street, New Orleans, LA 70119. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Visitation 10:00 a.m. CHARBONNET-LABAT, Directors, 581-4411. Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000237 Davis - Iva Marguerite Reed Davis was born on September 18, 1923. Daughter of the late Daniel and Pashenia Maria Rivers Reed. She departed this life on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at 9:31 a.m. Wife of the late Herman Willis Davis. Beloved mother of Pashenia Mary Thomas, Herman Davis, Ophelia Iva Bailey, Leeonise Davis Smith, Thomas Sr., Elizabeth Arena, Lawrence Willis, Daniel Matthew, Sr., Herbert Leon, Sr. Sidney Lee, Sr. and the late John Castro Davis. Also survived by 2 daughters-in-law: Patricia Davis and Parilin Davis; 1 son-in-law, Joseph Bailey, Sr.; 24 grandcildren, 49 great-grandchildren, 12 great-great-grandchildren, a host of relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Celebration of Iva's Life on Thursday, November 16, 2006 -- 10:30 a.m. at Berean Presbyterian Church, 1629 Simon Bolivar Ave. Interment Resthaven Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation 9:30 a.m. at the Church. CHARBONNET-LABAT, Directors, 581-4411. Times Picayune 11-15-2006 **************************************** 000238 Davis - Sylvester Davis peacefully passed away on Monday, October 23, 2006 at his home. Grandson of Walter Ben Davis and Cecile Fobbs Merricks. Son of the late Walter Davis, Jr. and Dorothy Davis. Father of Romalus Davis, Sylvester Davis (U.S. Military), Vanessa Wendy Thomas and the late Sylvester (Shaky) Davis. Brother of Wilbert Bullock, Walter Davis III, Aline Toney, Aletha Duncan, Cecile Doyle, Barbara Moses, Ella Dabis, the late Shirley Beaulieu, Dorothy Davis, Mildred Davis Butler and Roussell Davis. Also survived by a host of nephews, nieces, cousins, other relatives and friends. Family, friends and customers of Walter Davis Palm Tavern are invited to attend the visitation on Friday, November 3, 2006 at Gertrude Geddes Willis Funeral Home, 2120 Jackson Avenue from 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Followed by Funeral Services at 10:00 a.m. Interment Providence Memorial Park. NO WAKE. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC. in charge. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000239 Davis - Warren K. Davis, Sr. on Friday, November 24, 2006. Son of the late Dorothy Jones Davis and Richard Davis, Sr. Stepson of Theresa Jones Jupiter and the late Kirby Jupiter, Sr. Father of Warren Davis, Jr. Brother or Richard Davis, Jr., Melvin Davis, Eric, Kirby, Ralph, Robert and Edward Jupiter, Veronica Jupiter Davis, Yvonne Jupiter Williams and the late Anthony Jupiter, Sr. Grandfather of Ayana and Malia Davis. Father-in-law of Christiane Fuchs Davis. Brother-in-law of Sandra Runkle Davis. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service and Mass of Christian Burial on Thursday, November 30, 2006 at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, 2916 Paris Avenue at 11:00 a.m. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation on Thursday at the Church from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Services entrusted to LOUISIANA UNDERTAKING CO., INC. 1449 N. Claiborne Ave., NOLA 70116 Information: (504) 945-2145 Jeffery K. Jenkins/Renard A. Boissiere Directors Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000240 Dawson - James Curtis Dawson, age 20, born in LaPlace, LA and a resident of St. Amant, LA, passed away Monday, October 30, 2006 at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital. Graduated from St. Amant High in 2004 where he lettered in tennis. He was attending Southeastern University. He was a very loving, outstanding young man, and will be missed by many. He is survived by parents: Curtis Craig Jr. and Gail Bertrand Dawson; sister, Jaclyn Dawson; paternal grandparents: Barbara McNabb Dawson of Baton Rouge, LA and Curtis and Carol Dawson, Sr. of Baton Rouge, LA; maternal grandparents: Carl and Bonnie Bertrand of LaPlace, LA; and paternal great-grandmother: Bea K. Dawson of Baton Rouge, LA. Also survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins and special friend, Lauren Root. Visiting at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, St. Amant, LA, Thursday, November 2, 2006 from 9:00 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. Burial in the Church Cemetery. OURSO FUNERAL HOME, Gonzales, LA in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000241 Day - Joan Glover Day passed away on November 21, 2006. She was born in New Orleans on November 19, 1935. She was the beloved wife of the late Dr. James Dudley Day. Mother of Cathy D. Matthews, James D. Day, II, Jeanne D. Davis, wife of Lane Davis and Deedee D. Blake, wife of Phillip Blake. Grandmother of Melanie, Brittany, Ashley and Wesley Matthews; Corey and Blake Day; Hampton, Lane II, and Bailey Joan Davis and P.J., James and Clayton Blake. She is also survived by cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents, George F. and Maude S. Glover. Mrs. Day was a graduate of Academy of the Sacred Heart and Mary Washington College in Virginia. While making her debut, she was Queen of Athenians, presented in Rex, Dorians and Proteus; and affiliated with Bienville and Essex Club. She was a teacher and homemaker. She was also survived by her beloved dog Waffles. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery), on Monday, November 27, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Charity of your choice. Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000242 De Salvo - Theresa Macaluso De Salvo was born on February 22, 1909 and died Monday, November 13, 2006. She was born in New Orleans, LA and lived in Metairie, LA for the last 44 years. Theresa was the beloved wife of the late Frank B. De Salvo. Survivors include a daughter, Rose Marie D. Truch and her husband Melvin E. Truch; two grandchildren: Paul E. Truch and Melrose T. Dugas; four great- grandchildren: Britney Dugas, Chad Truch, Danielle Dugas and Blake Truch. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000243 Deichmann - Lorelle Colleen Terry Deichmann died on November 4, 2006. She was the beloved wife of the late Thomas A. Deichmann. She is survived by her daughter Diane Deichmann Gabik, son-in-law Koral Gabik, granddaughters Kristina Lorelle Gabik and Kourtney Morgan Gabik, step-sister Betty Amann Chouest, and a host of nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her mother, Evelyn Terry Amann, father, Emile Bill Terry, brother Bill Terry, Jr., sisters Thelma Johnson and Ruth Terry McKennis, and step-brother Howard Amann, Jr. A native of Brookhaven, Mississippi and a resident of New Orleans for 60 years. The last year of her life she resided in Melbourne, Florida. She was a member of Eastern Star No. 169, Tulane Alumni Association, Tulane University Emeritus Club Board of Governors, American Society of Clinical Pathologist, East Jefferson Parish Republican Woman's Club, and Rayne Memorial United Methodist Church. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Funeral Services will be held in the Chapel of Lamana-Panno-Fallo Funeral Home, 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, LA, 70005 on Friday, November 10, 2006, at 12:00 Noon. Internment in St. Patrick Cemetery No. 1 in New Orleans, LA. Visitation will be from 10:00 am until service time. Arrangements by JACOB SCHOEN AND SON FUNERAL DIRECTORS, New Orleans, LA. Guests may sign the guestbook online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000244 Delahoussaye - Birthinia Delahoussaye died on Monday, November 20, 2006. Son of Harold Delahoussaye. Mother-in-law of Sheila Delahoussaye. Sister of Beatrice Smith. Also survived by grandchildren: Kyle and Keena Delahoussaye; great-grnadchildren: Kyle Jr. and Daniel Delahoussaye; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also priest and parishioners of St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church are invited to attend the visitation on Wednesday, November 29, 2006 at St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church, 7300 Crowder Blvd. from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. Interment St. Vincent (Soniat Street). NO WAKE. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC. in charge. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000245 Delvaille - Irma Boudreaux Delvaille departed this earthly life on Thursday, October 26, 2006 in Baton Rouge, LA at the age of 79. Irma was born September 17, 1927 in Plaquemine, LA. to Felix P. and Mamie Fernandez Boudreaux. At an early age she relocated to New Orleans, LA where she lived with her aunt, Nola Richard. Preceded in death by her parents, aunt and husband, Oliver J. Delvaille; siblings: Mildred B. Smith, T.A., Herman and Emory Boudreaux. She is survived by her brother, Nolan J. Boudreaux of Modesto, CA; and devoted niece, Kathy Boudreaux of Baton Rouge, LA; one aunt and uncle, a host of other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, November 6, 2006 -- 11:00 a.m. at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 2022 St. Bernard Ave. Interment St. Louis No. 3 Cemetery. Visitation 10:00 a.m. at the Church. CHARBONNET-LABAT, Directors, 581-4411. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000246 Demazeliere - Thelma Morris Demazeliere - 'In Celebration of Her Life' Expired on Thursday, November 2, 2006. Age 87. Relatives and friends of the Demazeliere Family are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial on Today, Friday, November 10, 2006 at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, 2916 Paris Avenue, NOLA, at 11:00 A.M. Visitation at 10:00 A.M. Interment in St. Patrick Cemetery No. 3, NOLA. Services Entrusted to Louisiana Undertaking Company, Inc. 1449 N. Claiborne Avenue New Orleans, LA 70116 (504) 945-2145 Jeffery K. Jenkins / Renard A. Boissiere Directors Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000247 Demazeliere - Thelma Morris Demazeliere, 87, daughter of the late John Morris and Alma Taylor, was born November 14, 1918 in Thibodeaux, Louisiana, passed Thursday, November 2, 2006 at Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital in Houston. She grew up in New Orleans; she was a homemaker, devoted and wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. She always put her family first, including friendships that were like family to her. She enjoyed cooking and cultivating her many houseplants and fruit trees. She joined her daughter and family in Houston after the hurricane. She began a new life and was very happy, but missed New Orleans. Her husband and best friend, Andre Albert Demazeliere, her parents, a son Floyd Joseph Matthews and daughter Dianne Marie Demazeliere, two brothers and two sisters, preceded her in death. She is survived by her daughter, Barbara Demazeliere-Mouton and husband Carl, granddaughters Andrea Mouton-Foulkes, Aniecia Mishaun Mouton, one great-granddaughter, Sydney Alain Foulkes, stepchildren Daniele Barberet-Durin of Saint Maxine, France, Clyde J. Demazeliere; step- grandson Eddie Lee White and a host of nephews, nieces, relatives and friends. Visitation Friday, November 10, 2006, 10:00 a.m. Mass: 11:00 a.m. at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, 2916 Paris Avenue, New Orleans. Interment at St. Patrick Cemetery, No. 3. Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000248 Dennis - Patricia 'Pat' Regina Rotzinger Dennis, of Tampa,FL, formerly of Harvey, LA, died October 30, 2006, after a courageous fight with cancer. She went home to hug Jesus and hear 'well done thou good and faithful servant.' She is now reunited with her beloved husband of 42 years, Ralph Dennis, Chief Warrant Officer, U.S. Coast Guard Retired. She is survived by four sons and daughters-in- law, Ralph Owen and Faye, Jasper, GA; Richard and Robin, Ocean Springs, MS; Robert and Cammie, Tampa, FL; and R. Champion and Angela, New Orleans, LA; seven grandchildren, April, Ralph, Kristal, Natoshia, Michelle, Angelique and arriving soon, Raymond; one great-grandchild Kassandra; two sisters, Naomi Shoaf, Thonotosassa, FL and Mary Ann Villar, Lithia, FL; and numerous nieces and nephews. She served as a docent at Cracker Country at the Florida State Fairgrounds for 10 years. She was active in all of the churches she loved, First Baptist Church of Gretna, First Baptist Church of Marrero, and First Baptist Church of Temple Terrace. Celebration of Life services will be held in Tampa, FLA. She will be laid to rest in Biloxi, Miss. Please consider donations to People Matter, First Baptist Church of Temple Terrace, 10002 N. 56th Street, Temple Terrace, FL 33617. She is gone but in our hearts forever. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000249 Deuchert - Linda Mang Deuchert on Thursday, November 2, 2006. Beloved mother of Julie D. Bradburn and her, husband Bruce A. Bradburn, Janice Deuchert and John W. Deuchert III. Daughter of the late Mamie Josephine Billiot and Charles Raymond Mang, Sr. Sister of Charles Mang, Jr., Louis Mang, Gloria Van Dyke, Toni Fernandez and David Mang. Grandmother of Bryce and Jenna Bradburn. Also survived by numerous family and friends. Age 63, a native of New Orleans, LA and a lifelong resident of Jefferson Parish. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated in the chapel of L. A. Muhleisen and Son Funeral Home, 2607 Williams Blvd., Kenner, LA on Monday, November 6, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. Visitation from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Monday. Times Picayune 11-4-2006 **************************************** 000250 DeVoney - Anthony Guy DeVoney, Jr. passed away on Thursday, November 2, 2006. Born and raised in New Orleans, LA, he most recently resided in Slidell, LA where he worked as a Real Estate Agent for Coldwell Banker Tec as a licensed real estate broker and contractor. He was former Executive Director of Almonaster Michoud Industrial District Board of Commissioners. He was on the Mayor's Staff of Economic Development for the City of New Orleans under Dutch Morial. He was also the former owner and operator of Anthony G. DeVoney Insurance Agency. Mr. DeVoney was Past-President of New Orleans Young Men's Business Club, New Orleans East Business Association, East Orleans Development Council, Toastmaster's Club of New Orleans, Orleans East Radio Control Flying Club, New Orleans Council of Civic Clubs. He was appointed to the LA Highway Commission under Gov. Jimmy Davis and a former Chairman of the Humana Hospital Board of Trusties, New Orleans East. He held a private Air Pilot's License and served in the U. S. Army during the European Occupation in Heidleburg, Germany receiving and Honorable Discharge. He was a past member and floa tLieutenant of the Crew of Ponchatrain.He attended LSU and Tulane University. He was predeceased by his parents, Anthony G. DeVoney, Sr. and Elizabeth R. DeVoney. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Suddith DeVoney; his daughter, Domino D. Barnes (Brett) of Pensacola, FL; his two sons, Anthony G. DeVoney, III (Rachel) of Slidell, LA and Christopher Todd Jones of New Orleans; four grandchildren, Ian Jones, Anthony G. DeVoney, IV, Caleb J. DeVoney and Caitlin Mocklin; and one sister, Elaine D. Sperandeo (Sal). Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral service at GREENWOOD FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL (formerly All Faiths), 5200 Canal Blvd. on Tuesday, November 7, 2006 at 1:00 PM. Interment will follow in All Saints Mausoleum. Visitation will begin at 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Disabled American Veterans Organization or the American Red Cross. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000251 Diaz - Ruth Evans Diaz Ruth Evans Diaz (Rudy), age 66, passed away November 26, 2006 at her home. She was the daughter of the late Sidney J. Evans and Olivia Cantrell Evans and ex-wife of the late Gerald J. Diaz. Survivors include one daughter: Anna Diaz; three sons: Delmas, Keith and Kent Diaz; three daughter-in- laws: Connie, Jeannine and Angela Diaz; three brothers: Milton, Sidney and Willie; three sister-in-laws : Loretta, Rosie and Peggy; six grandchildren: Jerry, Jody, Mathew, Ryan, Elizabeth, David and six great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two sisters: Joycelyn and Clara Mae and one brother: Vincent. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church; 2320 Paris Road, Chalmette, Thursday, November 30, 2006 at 12:30 PM. Interment will follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 11:00 AM until 12:30 PM. In lieu of flowers make donations to the American Cancer Society. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000252 Diettel - William 'Billy' R. Diettel III, met his Maker face-to-face on Friday, November 17, 2006 at his home in Gretna, LA. He was 68 years old. A native of New Orleans, LA, he graduated from the U.S. Air Force Academy in 1958. He served three tours of duty in Vietnam, reaching the rank of Captain, and was awarded the Purple Heart. Afterwards, he moved to Texas Rio Grande Valley and became a cowboy-businessman for about 25 years. He retured to New Orleans about 12 years ago to care for his elderly mother, the late Rita Bailey, and was a local business consultant for several years. He was a member of the usher's society at St. Cletus Catholic Church in Gretna. He is survived by his wife, Joan Treadway Glaser, several in-laws and several cousins. Family members, friends and medical workers who helped him through many ilnesses are invited to attend his joyful spirit at a Funeral Mass at St. Cletus Catholic Church, Grenta, LA on Tuesday, November 21, 2006. Visitation will begin there at 2:00 p.m. Mothe Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements, 366-4343. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000253 Dillard - Mary Dana Dillard died on Wednesday, November 1, 2006 after a three-year, courageous battle against cancer. Born in Birmingham, AL on February 22, 1953, to Nancy Ione McCrummen and James Price Dillard, she attended Mt. Brook schools and graduated from Brooke Hill School in 1971. She was awarded a Presidential Grant to Judson College and was elected to Chi Delta Phi National Honorary Literary Fraternity. She also attended Newcomb College and graduated from the University of New Orleans. She is survived by two sons, Frank Peter Boimare, IV and Hugh Farrar McCrummen Boimare; sister, Dale Dillard Robe; niece, Charlotte Cameron Rushton Nix; and nephews: James Stanford Nix and Roderick Jackson Nix. Many of Dana's former school mates and new and old friends have cared for and comforted her and they will miss her greatly. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Briarwood Presbyterian Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Emmett O'Neal Library, 50 Oak Street, Birmingham, AL 35213 or Briarwood Mercy Ministry, 200 Briarwood Way, Birmingham, AL 35243. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000254 Dillon - Willie Mae Dillon, entered into eternal rest on Monday, November 6, 2006 at Woodland Village Nursing Home. Age 94. Beloved wife of the late Maxie Dillon. Daughter of the late Bennie and Victoria Ball. Mother of Bobbie Myles, Lillian Thomas, Louida (Joseph) Allen, Tora (Robert) Muse, Maxine (O'Neill) Vappie and the late Hollis and Jewels Buckley, Albert Oatis, Kinsley and Catherine Dillon; Preceded in death by 3 brothers and 1 sister. Also survived by 26 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren, 12 great-great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Old Zion and Beacon Light International Baptist Churches, Institute of Divine Metaphysical Research; and employees of N.O. Fire and Sheriff Departments are invited to attend the Funeral Service at DW Rhodes Funeral Home, 1020 Virgil St. on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 11:00 am. Visitation will begin at 9:30 am; Interment: Resthaven Cemetery. Arrangements by DW Rhodes Funeral Home, Gretna, LA. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000255 Dix - Julia Dix, born July 8, 1923, died Wednesday, November 1, 2006. Age 83. Daughter of the late Camille and Pearl Taylor. Wife of the late Curtis Dix. Mother of Ava and Lester Dix. Sister of Rev. Arthur (Feliska) Taylor and the late Robert (Hilda) Taylor. Also survived by 3 grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend Funeral Services 9:00 a.m., Saturday, November 11, 2006 at DW Rhodes Funeral Home, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna, LA. Visitation 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. Interment: Lake Lawn Cemetery. Arrangements by D.W. RHODES FUNERAL HOME, Gretna, LA. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000256 Dolly - Carroll Ford Dolly on Monday, November 6, 2006. Age 62 years. Beloved husband of Dolores Dolly. Father of Brian Dolly, Carl Dolly, and Eric Dolly. Grandfather of Justin Schmidt, Travis, Katharyne, Chase, Chad, and Eric Jr. Dolly. Brother of Ernest, Nelson, Kenneth, Presley and Bordon Dolly, Retha Twigg, Eleanor Stewart, and the late Leo, Ellis, and Blaine Dolly. Son of the late Irad and Olive Dolly. Father-in-law of Nancy Dolly and Lisa Dolly. Also survived by a host of nieces and nephews. Mr. Dolly will be greatly missed by all family and friends. He was a native of Cumberland, MD and a resident of River Ridge. He has been a salesman of Goodyear Tires for many years. Family and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Blvd. Metairie, LA on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 11:00 am. Visitation will be on Friday, November 10, 2006 from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm and on Saturday, November 11, 2006 from 10:00 am until time of services. Interment will be in Restlawn Cemetery. Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000257 Dominick - Hazel Foret Dominick, of Westwego, La on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 9:40 AM. Age 86 years and a lifelong resident of Westwego, LA. Beloved wife of Vorace A. Dominick. Mother of Charles N. Abrams, of Independence, LA and the late Marion J. Abrams, and Infant Carl Abrams. Mother-in-law of Stella Lepine Abrams. Daughter of the late Emanuel Foret, and Eugenie Rodriquez Foret. Sister of Doris F. Bruney, and the late Mable F. Richard, Thelma F. Lewis, Hilman and Clarence Foret. Grandmother of Monique, Charles, Jr., Brandy, and D.J. Abrams. Great grandmother of Jeni, Taylor, and Cora Abrams. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from the Chapel of WESTSIDE/LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at 11:00 AM. Followed by interment in Westlawn Memorial Park, Gretna, LA. Visitation on Tuesday evening November 7, 2006 after 6:00 PM until 10:00 PM and again on Wednesday morning after 8:00 AM until Mass time. Information 341-9421. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000258 Donahoe - Jaye Rose Mitchell Donahoe, age 32 years, passed away on Tuesday, October 31, 2006 in St. John Parish, LA. Jaye is the beloved wife of Kevin Patrick Donahoe. Beloved daughter of Harriet Berry and Roger Mitchell, Sr. Beloved daughter-in-law of Kevin and Deborah Donahoe. Beloved sister of Amy Lynn Mitchell and Roger D. Mitchell, Jr. Beloved sister-in-law of Heather J. Mitchell, Scott Ryan Donahoe and Andrew Thomas Donahoe. Beloved granddaughter of Santa Berry and the late Jacob Berry. Beloved niece of Debbie and John Langhoff. Jaye Rose is also survived by her mother's fiance', Louis Burns; her father's wife, Barbara L. Mitchell; her niece, Kacey Lynn Donahoe and numerous relatives and friends. Jaye was a graduate of the 1992 class at Archbishop Chapelle High School and received her Bachelor of Art's Degree from Concordia University in Metairie, LA. She served her country in the United States Air Force Reserves and was currently a 3rd Grade Teacher at St. Rosalie Catholic School in Harvey, LA. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the memorial mass at St. Rosalie Catholic Church, 600 2nd Ave., Harvey, LA on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 12:00pm. Visitation will begin at church from 9:00am until 12:00pm. Interment will follow in Metairie Cemetery. LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME is in charge of arrangements. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000259 Donellan - Laurine Etta Donellan went to eternal rest on Sunday, November 19, 2006 at the age of 89 years. Beloved wife of the late Bernard C. Donellan, Sr. Mother of Bernard C. Donellan, Jr. and the late Patrick William Donellan. Grandmother of Traci Lynn Howerton, Patrick William Donellan II, Michelle Marie Donellan and Steven M. Hall. Great grandmother of Patrick William Donellan III. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery), on Friday, November 24, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. Visitation will begin at 12:00 noon. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-22-2006 **************************************** 000260 Donnaud - Andy James Donnaud, age 50, of Fernwood, MS, died Monday, November 6, 2006, in Hattiesburg, MS. A long-time resident of Luling, LA, he was born September 8, 1956. Survivors include his wife, Holly, his children, his siblings, and many other relatives. Visitation is 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 8, 2006 and 12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m. Thursday, November 9, 2006. Services are at 2:00 p.m. Thursday at Hartman Funeral Home, McComb. Times Picayune 11-7- 2006 **************************************** 000261 Dorignac - Joseph P. Dorignac, III, passed away on November 6, 2006. He was the only child of the late Joseph P. Dorignac, Jr. and Doris Leblanc Dorignac. He is survived by his beloved wife, Karen Patenotte Dorignac, four sons, Joseph Peter Dorignac, IV, Jason Patrick Dorignac, Jon Paul Dorignac, Joel Peter Dorignac, his step-daughter Katherine Paige McComiskey, one granddaughter, Margaret Nicole Dorignac, and his many faithful and loyal friends. He was the owner and President of Dorignac's Food Center, L.L.C. Joseph, known to family, friends and customers as 'Joey', was also well known for his accomplishments as a horse trainer. Like his father and mother, Joey had a passion for horses and became a thoroughbred horse trainer in the late 1960's. He was a number one ranked trainer, and an integral part of the New Orleans Fair Grounds from the 1960's through the 1980's. He was inducted into the Louisiana Racing Hall of Fame in 2001. Joey attended Ridgewood Prep and then Louisiana State University. He was a member of the American Saddlebred Association, the Krewes of Endymion and Caesar, and the Pass Christian Yacht Club. He also served on the Board of Directors of the Metairie Park Country Day Dad's Club. Joey was known for his contributions to the community, his desire and hard work to bring Dorignac's and his employees back in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, and the great friendships that he made throughout his life. He was a dedicated man, intent upon keeping his family's name, and legacy alive. After his father and mother passed away, Joey was on the job at Dorignac's Food Center every day, just as his father had been. He attended to business to insure that the family traditions that his father began 1947 would be carried on. Joey was adamant about preserving his family history, and assuring the continued success and high profile of the business that his father had nurtured. To that end, he initiated an ambitious renovation program for the Dorignac's facility, beginning in 2003. He died knowing his accomplishments, and loving his family and friends. Services are to be held at St. Francis Xavier Church, 444 Metairie Road, on Friday November 10, 2006 with visitation from 9am to 11am and Mass from 11am-12pm with burial at Metairie Cemetery to follow. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the American Diabetes Association, 2644 South Sherwood Forest, and Suite 122, Baton Rouge, LA 70816 or call-1-888-DIABETES. Greenwood Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. To view or sign the Family Guestbook please visit www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000262 Dormain - Edward Joseph Dormain, Jr., passed away in Opelousas, LA on Saturday, November 11, 2006. Beloved son of Edward J. 'Crown' Dormain, Sr. and Sylvia Parks Adams. Step-son of Carol Frickey Dormain and Brion Adams. Brother of Dorian and Kimberly Dormain, Dalton Parks and the late Monique Marie Dormain. Grandson of Edna Bourg Dormain and Joyce Perez Parks and the late A.J. 'Crip' Dormain and Dalton Parks. Beloved uncle of Meagan LeBlanc and Basim and Jules Dormain. Step-brother of Roger Frickey, Christine Case, Patricia Bellanger, Priscilla Barnes, Kathleen Chance, Carolyn Dufrene and Jenny A. Kropt. Also survived by aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and other loving relatives and friends. Age 37 years. Relatives, friends of the family, employees of Stewart and Stevenson and the Jefferson Parish Drainage Dept. and members the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6793 and Ladies Auxilary are invited to attend the Funeral Service from WESTSIDE/ LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA on Thursday, November 16, 2006 at 1:00 PM. Followed by interment in St. Pius X Mausoleum, Crown Point, La.Visitation on Thursday morning after 9:00 AM until Service Time Information 341-9421. Times Picayune 11-15-2006 **************************************** 000263 Doss - Cindy Frances Lemione Doss, age 49, passed away Wednesday, November 22, 2006 in Lafayette, La. A native of New Orleans relocating to Lafayette, La. following Katrina. Times Picayune 11-23-2006 **************************************** 000264 Doty - Stephen B. Doty Funeral service will be held 11:00 AM Wednesday, November 29, 2006 in Blanchard St. Denis Chapel with Rev. Drew Rollins officiating. Burial will be in Verda Cemetery at Verda, La. with full military graveside rites by Natchitoches Parish Sheriff's Office and Masonic Graveside Rites by Pheonix Masonic Lodge of Natchitoches, La. Visitation will be Tuesday, November 28, 2006 from 5:00 PM until 9:00 PM and on Wedenesday, November 29, 2006 from 8:00 AM until service time in the funeral home. Mr. Doty, 64, of Montgomery, La., died Sunday, November 26, 2006, at Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Tioga, La. He was a native of New Orleans, La. He was a correctional officer with Natchitoches Parish Sheriff's Department and formerly a deputy sheriff with Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Department. He was a member of Trinity Episcopal Church in Natchitoches, La. He was a past master with the Union Masonic Lodge #172 and Jeruselem Shrine Club both in New Orleans, La. He was a veteran of U. S. Navy and U. S. Merchant Marines. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jim Doty and Arlene Fritsen Doty. He is survived by two daughters,Tanya Doty James and husband Ryan of Montgomery, La. and Stephanie Pulford and husband Steve of Sacramento, Ca.;one step-daughter, Stacey Matherne and husband Scott of New Orleans, La.; one step-son, Kris Huber and wife Elisa of New Orleans, La.; four grandchildren, Ashlyn James, Allie James, Honey Pulford, and Violet Pulford; one step-grandchild, Jillian. Huber; three brothers, Frank Martin and Terry Martin both of Montana and Rolland Martin of Melbourne, Fla. Pallbearers will be Ryan James, John Ledet, Guy Snelling, Calvin McFerrin, Dean Dove, and Derick Turner. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000265 Dougherty - Lucile Maude Bare Dougherty, in Harah, LA, on Sunday, November 5, 2006. Beloved wife of the late Noel J. Dougherty. Mother of Bette D. Lindsay. Mother-in-law of Howard A. Lindsay. Daughter of the late Fred and Alice Bare. Sister of Iola B. Kampen and the late Leone Maclaren. Grandmother of Donna and husband, Bill Schloegel, Doreen and husband, Philip Ward and Howard A. Lindsay, Jr. and wife, Mary. Also survived by 15 great-grandchildren and 1 late great- grandchild, 8 great-great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends of the family; also employees of Metairie Bank and Trust, Illinois Central Railroad and St. Martin Episcopal Church are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, LA on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Interment in Forest Lawn Cemetery, Slidell, LA. Visitation on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until funeral time. For information call, Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp (504) 835-2341. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000266 Dounseroux - Marcelita J. 'Marcy' Dounseroux entered into eternal rest on Friday, November 17, 2006. Age 33. Beloved daughter of Ursula Dounseroux and Lawrence Batiste. Loving Mother of 2 sons; Marquise and Courtney Dounseroux. Granddaughter of Hannah Batiste, Aquilla Dounseroux and the late Alvin Dounseroux and Herbert Batiste, Sr. Sister of Tamika and Shelita Dounseroux, Lana, Eschutte, Layazette, Dawanna, Lawrence and Torrious Carter, Khalil Williams, Andre Lee and the late Shannon Carter. Niece of Patricia Tapp, Roland Batiste, Norbert, Alvin and Anthony Dounseroux, E. J. Chaney and the late Herbert Batiste, Jr. She is also survived by a devoted friend, Sidney Bibbins; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are all invited to attend the Funeral Service on Monday, November 27, 2006 at 10:00am at Majestic Mortuary, 1833 Oretha C. Haley Blvd. Visitation at 9:00am. Interment in Providence Park. MAJESTIC MORTUARY in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000267 Dowl - Terrell 'T' Leonard Dowl on Sunday, October 29, 2006. Father of Tierra Dennis, Tyjal Dowl and Tanaa Smith. Brother of Laeiesha Dowl, Earlvin Dowl and Allen Green. Grandson of Eolores Jeanjacques and the late Dottsie, Lewis. Brother-in-law of Jade Dowl. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Age 29. Relatives and friends; also pastors, officers and members of True Vine MBC and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Funeral Services at True Vine MBC, 2008 Marigny St. on Friday, November 3, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. NO WAKE. Rev. Donald C. Jeanjacques, Sr. - officiating. Church visitation Friday 9:00 a.m. till hour of services. Interment Resthaven Memorial Park Cemetery. Professional services entrusted to LITTLEJOHN FUNERAL HOME 2163 Aubry Street Cal K. Johnson, Manager- Funeral Director Info: 504-940-0045 Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000268 Dreher - Joseph Johnston Dreher, Jr., native of Gloster, MS, passed away on October 26, 2006. Age 88. Beloved husband of Dorothy Ackermann Dreher. Father of E. Paul Alciatore III, Joseph Johnston Dreher III, and Jay Patrick Dreher. Grandfather of Edward P. Alciatore, IV, Lorinda Stinnett, Patricia Dreher and Darlene Sewell. Great grandfather of Katie and Analisa Stinnett; Zoe Reidling and Joseph P. Dreher. Brother of William and Robert Dreher and the late Glynn Dreher. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery), on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. Visitation will begin at 12:00 noon. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, Silicon Valley/Coastal Region, P.O. Box 883490, San Francisco, CA 94188-3490 or Hospice of the Valley, 4850 Union Ave., San Jose, CA 95124. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000269 Dubroc - Viola Ann Palmer Ducote Dubroc on Wednesday, November 22, 2006. Age 92, a native of Bayou Current, LA and a resident of Marrero for the past 44 years. Beloved wife of the late Andrew Dubroc by second marriage and the late Glenn Ducote. Mother of Glenn Edward Ducote and Ona Marie Dubroc Gauthier. Daughter of the late Nelville and Azelie Bordelon Palmer. Sister of Lena P. Callahan, Una P. Reggio and the late Lillian P. Ducote, Irby and Carrington Palmer. Also survived by 10 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at the Metairie Funeral Home of L. A. Muhleisen and Son, 2929 Metairie Road on Monday, November 27, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation on Monday from 9:00 a.m. until time of service. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Times Picayune 11-25-2006 **************************************** 000270 Dubuclet - Elton Keith Dubuclet on Monday, October 23, 2006 at East Jefferson Hospital. Son of the late Joyce and Joseph Dubuclet, Sr. Loving father of Dominique J. Dubuclet. Fiancee of Sandra Moseley. Brother of Sidney, Mark, Joseph Jr. and Karen Dubuclet. Nephew of Leomie T. Mims. Brother-in-law of Teri Dubuclet. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Age 40. Relatives and friends; also pastor, officers and members of Household of Faith, First Free Mission B.C., Second Free Mission B.C., St. Paul B.C., Greater St. Stephens FGBC, all neighboring churches; and employees of AEI Incorperative Arts Catering are invited to attend the Homegoing Celebration at Household of Faith Family Worship International Church, 630 Jackson Ave. on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. NO WAKE. Church visitation Saturday 8:30 a.m. till hour of services. Interment Providence Cemetery. Professional services entrusted to LITTLEJOHN FUNERAL HOME 2163 Aubry Street Cal K. Johnson, Manager- Funeral Director Info: 504-940-0045 Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000271 Dubuisson - John Felix Dubuisson, Sr. on Tuesday, November 7, 2006. Beloved father of John Felix Dubuisson, Jr. and Daniel Andrew Dubuisson. Stepfather of Brandon Paul and Brittney Marie Lala. Son of Lionel and Sandra Dubuisson. Brother of Connie Groue, Tammy Chaisson and the late Lionel Dubuisson, Jr. Brother-in-law of Pat Groue and Joseph Chaisson. Uncle of Tyler Daigle, Joshua Dubuisson, Nicholas and Courtney Groue and Lionel Dubuisson III. Age 44 years. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Loranger, LA for the past 5 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Tharp-Sontheimer- Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, LA on Monday, November 13, 2006 at 12:00 noon. Visitation on Monday after 10:00 a.m. with visitation on Sunday from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Interment will be private In lieu of flowers, the family asks donations be made to the American Diabetes Association. Information: (504) 835- 2341. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000272 Duchmann - Grace Blanchard Duchmann , passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2006. Beloved wife of the late Henry G. Duchmann, Sr. Mother of Sandra Lacoste, Songa Bell, Henry Jr., Kenny, Danny and Wayne Duchmann, and Shari Jackson. Grandmother of nine and great-grandmother of nine. Age 82 years. A native of Labadieville and a resident of Chalmette for the past 60 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church, 2320 Paris Rd., Chalmette, on Saturday, November 25, 2006, at 11:00 am. Interment in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be at the church from 9:30 am until service time. Arrangements by JACOB SCHOEN AND SON FUNERAL DIRECTORS. Guestbook may be signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000273 Dugas - Annette Leona Vegas Dugas passed away on Tuesday, November 14, 2006. Beloved wife of the late Woodrow Joseph Dugas. Mother of Carole Dugas Gaubert. Mother-in-law of Ralph J. Gaubert. Grandmother of Tara Marie O'Regan Barrera (Angelo) and Sean Patrick O'Regan. Great-Grandmother of Brandon J. Lindsay, Elijah H. O'Regan, Angelo Barrera, Jr., and Devin M. Barrera. Sister of William, Gerald, and Louis Cheramie. Daughter of the late Aramie Danos Cheramie and Alfred Vegas. A native of Algiers, LA and a resident of Lafayette, LA for the past 12 years. Relatives and Friends of the Family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass in the chapel of Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Thursday, November 16, 2006 at 1:00 PM. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Parlors will be open on Thursday morning from 11:00 AM until Funeral Time. Mrs. Dugas was a former member of St. Julian Eymard Church, John McDonogh Post 3121, and Ladies Auxillary. Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Acadiana, Inc., 2600 Johnston Street, Ste 200, Lafayette, LA 70503-3240. Information: 504-366-4343. Times Picayune 11-15-2006 **************************************** 000274 Dumas - Eddie Dumas of New Orleans, La. at Teche Regional Hospital, Morgan City, La. on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 departed this earthly life. Son of the late Roleace Dumas and Julia Keller. Husband of Hattie Geffery Dumas. Father of LaVergne Dumas Pierre. Grandfather of Ernest Alex Pierre Jr. (Elaine W. Pierre). Great-grandfather of Demisha Foster and Erione Alexandra Wire. Brother of Edwin Batiste and the late Gladys Thompson, Odeal, Roger Dumas, Sr., Edmond Keller, Sr., Walter, Sr., Emile, Jr., William and Juanita Batiste. Great-great grandfather of Tamize Johnson. Godfather of Antoinette Chevalier, Theresa Faye Keller, Doris Oubre, Natasha Griffin and Bessie Piper. Brother-in-laws of Doretha Keller, Carrie Batiste and Sally Batiste. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. A native of Vacherie, La., resident of New Orleans for many years and Morgan City, La. due to Hurricane Katrina. Age 84 years. Relatives and friends of the famiy, also priest and parishoners of the St. Phillip Catholic Church, Vacherie, La., St. Mathes Catholic Church, New Orleans, La., employees of Morgan City Health Care Center, Teche Regional Hospital and Jefferson Parish Sheriff office are invited to attend a Mass of Christian burial on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from the St. Phillip Catholic Church, Vacherie, La. Father Louis Oubre, celebrant. Interment church cemetery. Visitation at the church after 9:00 a.m. The Baloney Funeral Home, LLC 399 Earl Baloney Dr., Garyville, La. 70051 985-535-2540 In charge of arrangements Times Picayune 11-24- 2006 **************************************** 000275 Dumas - Elmore Francis Dumas, Sr., affectionately known as 'Papa', passed away Saturday, November 11, 2006 at age 92. A life-long resident of New Orleans, LA, whose heart remained focused on returning, he was born to the late Samuel Dumas and Sophia Fernandez, and most recently lived in Katy, Texas. A retired furniture serviceman for Mintz Furniture. He was predeceased by his wife, Hilda LaCabe Dumas; sons: Elmore Francis Dumas, Jr. and Antoine Joseph Dumas; and daughter, Phyllis Dumas Bowers. His brother and sister: James Dumas and Julia Dumas Jones, also preceded him in death. Survivors include his granddaughter and adopted daughter, Paige Dumas-LeCesne; granddaughter, Joelle T. Bowers, great- granddaughter, Micaela L. Selota; son-in-law, Andre L. LeCesne; and several close cousins. A Funeral Mass was celebrated at Epiphany of the Lord Catholic Cummunity, 1530 Norwalk Dr., Katy, TX on Wednesday, November 15, 2006. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the interment in New Orleans at St. Louis Cemetery No. 3, 3421 Esplanade Ave. 70119 on Friday, November 17 at 10:00 a.m. NO WAKE. Arrangements by Advantage Funeral Services in Houston, Texas and Gertrude Geddes Willis in New Orleans, Louisiana. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC. in charge. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. Times Picayune 11-16- 2006 **************************************** 000276 Dunn - Steveland Aswan 'aka Pimp' Dunn passed away on Saturday, November 4, 2006. Age 28. Beloved son of Clementine Lee and Dennis Dunn. Brother of Lillian E. Hartman and Tamyra D. Dunn. Stepson of Bryan K. Hartman, Tammy Adams and Myra Washington. Grandson of Mable Lee, Annie Louise Dunn and Isaac Dunn. Also survived by many loving family members and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery), on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 12:00 noon. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000277 Duplantier - Anna Mae Hogan Duplantier, retiree of Magnolia Liquor Company, passed away at the age of 82 on Saturday, November 4, 2006 in Baton Rouge, LA. She was the wife of the late Maurice R. Duplantier and is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Anne Duplantier Bailey Theard and Kevin Theard, her son and daughter- in-law, Guy L. Duplantier and Tess O'Connell Duplantier; four grandchildren, Adam and Meredith Bailey and Rachel and Colette Duplantier; three step grandchildren, Eric, Paul and Rebecca Theard; her sister and brother-in-law, Janice Hogan Demarest and John R. (Jack) Demarest. Mrs. Duplantier, a native of New Orleans, was preceded in death by her parents, Anna Arbour Hogan and William R. Hogan, Sr., and one brother, William R. Hogan, Jr. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass to be celebrated in the Chapel of the temporary location of Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home (Lamana-Panno-Fallo), 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, LA on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at 1:00 P.M. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Thursday between the hours of 11:00 A.M. and 1:00 P.M. Interment will be private in Lake Lawn Mausoleum on a later date. Times Picayune 11-7-2006 **************************************** 000278 Duplechain - Harold George Duplechain of Slidell, LA on Saturday, November 25, 2006, at his home. He was 77 years of age. A native of Duralde, La., and a resident of Slidell for 44 years. He was the Owner of Harold's Auto Parts for 34 years here in Slidell. A parishioner of Our Lady of Lourdes and a founding Parishoner of St. Margaret Mary Parish of Slidell and a former member of the Ozone Camellia Club in Slidell. He was preceeded in death by his wife of 45 years, Ramona Marie Fontenot Duplechain and his parents, Thanes and Bertha Duplechain. He was the father of Michael Guy Duplechain, Gary Paul Duplechain, Harold Brent Duplechain, Bonnie Claire Duplechain, all of Slidell, Carmel Hattie Guaraggi of Eunice, La. and Randy Bernard Duplechain of Wyoming, Delaware. Brother of Stagg Duplechain of Duralde, Bonita 'Bonnie' Bradly of Eunice, John D. Duplechain of Slidell and the late Tracy Fruge. Also survived by ten grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, 1050 Robert Blvd., Slidell, LA on Wednesday, November 29, 2006 at 12:00 Noon. Abbott Justin Brown of St. Joseph's Abbey, as celebrant. Interment in FOREST LAWN CEMETERY. Visitation on Wednesday at church 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Funeral Mass at noon. Masses and Donations to St. Jude's Children Hospital preferred, in lieu of flowers. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000279 Duplessis - Darrin Joseph Duplessis died Sunday, November 12, 2006 at home. He was 38 years old. Darrin was preceded in death by his father, Albert Joseph Duplessis. He is survived by his mother, Rowena Reed Duplessis; two sisters, Dellona D. Davis and Demeria A. Roberts; one brother, Dwight A. Duplessis; a sister-in-law, Joana M. Duplessis, one brother-in-law, Domico L. Roberts; two nieces, Diondria M. Davis and Rena D. Roberts; two nephews, Dominique A. Duplessis and Reed D. Roberts; a special cousin and friend, Seelos Fortin and a host of other loving relatives and friends. Relatives, friends and employees of The Chateau Sonesta Hotel, Maloney Clinque, Inc., Charity Hospital, Tulane Medical Center, Holy Cross Hospital of Silver Spring, Maryland, Regional Transit Authority of New Orleans, Keller Williams Realty Greater Northwest of Houston, Texas, Sterling McCall Lexus of Houston, Texas, Noble Energy Inc. of Houston, Texas, Texas Southern University, Xavier Police Force, The Zulu Club and parishioners of ST. Peter Claver are invited to attend the services. A Mass of Christian Burial will be said Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Peter Claver Catholic Church, 1923 St. Philip Street. Reverend Michael Jacques, SSE is officiating the services. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. Burial in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. CHARBONNET-LABAT DIRECTORS, 581-4411. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000280 Duvio - Donald Noel Duvio left to be with his beloved wife Mary Jane on Saturday, November 4, 2006. Age 72. Survived by his sons, Kenny, Tommy and Danny Duvio; grandchildren, John, Jeffrey and Jannelle and daughters-in-law, Vikki and Melanie. Mr. Duvio was a graduate of St. Aloysius High School and a retired Safety Inspector for Jefferson Parish. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force and was a member of the American Legion, Post 175. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at GREENWOOD FUNERAL HOME, formerly, All Faiths Funeral Home, 5200 Canal Blvd. (adjacent to Greenwood Cemetery), on Friday, November 10, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-8-2006 **************************************** 000281 Eaglin - James 'Jimmy' Lawrence Eaglin, a resident of New Orleans, Louisiana, for 48 years, and a native of Opelousas, Louisiana, passed away on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Lafayette, Louisiana. Jimmy evacuated to his home town due to Hurricane Katrina in August 2005. He was 72. He was a parishner of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Lawrence Eaglin and Irene Singleton Eaglin. Survivors include his wife Florida Guillmette Eaglin, sons Kerry and David Eaglin; three grandchildren, Michael, Kyra, and Kyle F. Eaglin; his siblings Mary Lucille Paillet and Joseph Lawrence Eaglin. He was the brother-in-law of Edgar, Joseph, Delores and Gwendolyn Guillmette, and Mary Eaglin and Gene Paillet. Surviors also include a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. Relatives, friends and parishners of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church are invited to attend the Funeral Service. A mass celebrating his will be at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church 6828 Chef Menteur Hwy., New Orleans, Louisiana, on Monday, November 11, 2006 at 11:00 AM. Rev. Wayne Paysee, Officiant. Visitation will be from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM. Recitation of the Rosary at 10:30 AM. Burial St. Louis # 3 Cemetery, 3421 Esplanade Avenue, New Orleans, LA. Final arrangements entrusted to Majestic Mortuary Service, Inc. New Orleans, LA. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000282 Earl - Lillian (Madear) Johnson Earl Lillian Johnson Earl on November 17, 2006 fought her last earthly fight. She was born April 15, 1922 in Norwood, Louisiana. She leaves to cherish her loving memories her four sons, David (Paulette) Robertson of Baton Rouge, LA; Lionel (Jackie) Johnson; Bernard (Mercedes) Nora; Aaron Nora, & Winstrop Nora; three daughters, Elaine (Yasin) Muhaimin; Barbara (Waldon) Alcorn; Jamesetta (Mack) Farve; grandchildren, great grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, godchildren and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a daughter, Mary Jane Washington; a son, Alvin Johnson; her siblings, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Rhodes Funeral Home, 1020 Virgil St. in Gretna, LA, on Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at 11:00 am. Visitation will be from 9:00 am until 11:00 am. Interment will be in Providence Memorial Park. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000283 Earles - Edward C. Earles, age 80 years, passed away on Friday, November 10, 2006 at Ochsner Foundation Hospital in Jefferson, LA. Mr. Earles is the beloved husband of Mrs. Jacqueline M. Earles. Father of Edward R. Earles and wife Joan, Daniel L. Earles and wife Rosary and John R. Earles and wife Mary Kay. Son of the late William S. Earles and Mary Louise Barnett. Grandfather of Jennifer Rooney, Michele Snyder, John Earles, Denise Earles, Jonathan Earles, Rebecca Earles, Michael Earles and the late Danny Earles. Great grandfather of Cory Earles, Madaline and Rebecca Rooney and Elliot and Garrett Snyder. Brother of the late Daniel Earles, John Henry Earles, William S. Earles, George Otis Earles, Barnett J. Earles, Frank Nuccio and Dominic Nuccio. Mr. Earles served his country in the United States Navy during World War II and the Korean Conflict. During WWII, he was a member of Task Force 22.3 who successfully captured the German Submarine U505. After his military career he was employed with Southern Pacific Railroad where he retired in 1988 after 41 years of dedicated service. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral services at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 4:00pm. Visitation will be from 2:00pm until 4:00pm. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-11-2006 **************************************** 000284 Ebbs - Willie Ebbs, Sr., a retired Longshoreman and an Army Veteran of Korean War passed away on Sunday, November 12, 2006 at 10:00 A.M. at River West Medical Center on Plaquemine, LA. Son of the late James and Rosie Ebbs. Husband of Doris Ebbs. Father of Willie Ebbs, Jr. Father-in-law of Candice Ebbs. Brother of Beatrice Brown and Rosie Ledet. Also survived by one grandson, Willie Ebbs III and a host of other relatives and friends. A native of St. Francisville, LA. and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastor, Officers and Members of Little St. John B.C., Pilgrim B.C. and Local Union 1419 are invited to attend the Visitation on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at Gertrude Geddes Willis Funeral Home, 2120 Jackson Avenue from 9:30 AM until 10:00 AM Followed by Funeral Services at 10:00 A.M. Rev. R.C. Hughes Officiating. Interment Port Hudson National Cemetery-Zachary, LA. No Wake. You may sign the Guest Book on nola.com/obits. Gertrude Geddes Willis Funeral Home Inc. in charge. Times Picayune 11-20-2006 **************************************** 000285 Eberts - Marilyn Guillot Eberts passed away on November 28, 2006. Age 72. Beloved wife of Gerard P. Eberts, Jr. Mother of Sharon E. Mehrtens, Kenneth G. Eberts, Judy L. Eberts, Mark D. Eberts, Jerry J. Eberts and the late Nancy A. Eberts. Mother-in-law of Joseph K. Mehrtens, Charlotte P. Eberts, Sheila C. Eberts and Melissa R. Eberts. Grandmother of Michelle and Eric Mehrtens; Matthew, Carly, David, Emily, Kristen, Brandon and Jordan Eberts. Daughter of the late Blanchard and Elma Guillot. Sister of Carol P. Guillot and the late Larry J. and Stanley G. Guillot. Niece of Nellie Lacoste. Also survived by many relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery), Saturday, December 2, 2006 at 12:00 p.m. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in the memory of Marilyn G. Eberts to Tulane Cancer Center , Breast Cancer Research, 1430 Tulane Ave., SL-68, New Orleans, LA 70112, Attn: Keadren Green. Checks may be made payable to Tulane Cancer Center. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000286 Eckart - Helen Mary ( d'Aquin ) Eckart, of Little Rock, age 84 years, beloved wife of Dr. Emile P. Eckart, died on September 9, 2006. Born in New Orleans on December 17, 1921, she was preceded in death by her parents and sister. She was a graduate of Dominican College in New Orleans, marrying her husband, of 61 years, on January 20, 1945. In addition to her husband, she is survived by two sons and three daughters. She is also survived by three grandsons and a grand- daughter. Helen will be sorely missed by her family and friends who cherish the memory of her caring disposition and warm, loving smile. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000287 Edwards - Carl Wilson Edwards departed this life on Friday, November 3, 2006 at 3:00a.m. at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank. Devoted husband of Mary Edwards. Father of Donovan and Dwight Grayson, Deadra Mosley, and Carlette Edwards. Stepfather of Jonathan, Joseph, Durel, And Kenneth Brown, Debra Coleman, Constance Chester, and Cara Brown. Son of the late Willie, Jr. and Lee Ester Hill Edwards. Brother of Vera Rogers, Wilma Haliburton, Arthur and Otis Edwards and the late Willie Edwards. Brother in law of Janie Lee and Linda Edwards, and Ronnie Haliburton. Also survived by 32 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, 3 sons-in- law, 4 daughters-in-law and a host of other relatives and friendsAge 66 years a native of Port Arthur, Tx. and a resident of Gretna, La. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers, and members of Solid Rock Missionary B.C. and Faith Methodist Church and neighboring churches are invited to attend the Funeral Service from Faith Methodist Church, 2200 Huey P. Long Ave., Gretna, La. on Friday, November 10, 2006 at 10:00a.m. Rev. Albert Williams Pastor / Rev Herman W. Gibson, Jr., Officiating. Visitation from 9:00a.m. until service time at the above named churchInterment: will be private. Arrangements by DAVIS MORTUARY SERVICES 230 Monroe St., Gretna, LA Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000288 Edwards - Lillie 'Doll' Morrison Edwards was called home on Wednesday, November 8, 2006. Ms. Lillie 'Doll' Edwards was born on August 18, 1924 in New Orleans, LA. Beloved wife of 62 years to the late Joseph 'Joe' Edwards, Sr. Mother of the late Christell Edwards Liggins. Daughter of the late Lillie Mono Mitchell and Joseph Morrison. Sister of the late Peter Jones, Sr., Louise Morrison Spurlock and Edna Morrison Williams. Ms. Lillie 'Doll' Edwards is survived by her brother, George Johnson and family; one daughter, Joyce E. Walker; three sons: Joseph Edwards, Sr., Cedric Edwards Sr., and Ernest 'All Night Shorty' Edwards; 37 grandchildren, 52 great-grandchildren, 9 great-great-grandchildren; 25 foster children; and a host of family and friends. Mrs. Edwards was a retired Nurses Aid with Charity Hospital and foster care parent. She was born and raised in New Orleans, LA. Mrs. Edwards was a member of Little Zion Missionary Baptist Church and a former member of St. Paul Church of God and Christ of New Orleans, LA and the Caffin Avenue Senior Center. Family and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Services from Little Zion Missionary Baptist Church, located at 2200 Kenner Ave., Kenner, LA 70062 on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Providence Memorial Cemetery. RICHARDSON FUNERAL HOME OF JEFFERSON, INC. is in charge of funeral arrangements, (504) 469-2243. Times Picayune 11-13-2006 **************************************** 000289 Edwards - Evelyne Bourgeois Edwards went to meet the Lord on Monday, November 6, 2006. Visitation on Friday, November 10, 2006 from 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. and service will follow at 11:00 a.m. at Rabenhorst Funeral Home East, 11000 Florida Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA. Interment in Roselawn Memorial Park, Baton Rouge, LA. Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000290 Eichaker - Judy Beckstrom Eichaker passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at 12:03 AM. Age 52 years. Beloved wife of Edward M. Eichaker. Loving mother of Asaya C. Eichaker. She was predeceased by her parents Dwight and Else Beckstrom. She loved her pets and her music and was a vivid reader of science fiction. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral service at Greenwood Funeral Home Chapel, (Formerly All Faiths) (486-0880) 5200 Canal Blvd. on Monday, November 27, 2006 at 1:00 PM. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM. To view or sign the Family Guestbook please visit www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000291 Eiffert - Mildred Eiffert born July 9, 1917 died August 14, 2006. Age 89. Wife of Charles F. Eiffert deceased December 14, 2005. Mother of Dolores McCoy, Stephen Mortillaro deceased March 21, 2005 and Cecilia Johnson. Grandmother of eight and great-grandmother of nine. Will be interred at St. Vincent de Paul Cemetery, 1401 Louisa St., New Orleans, LA on Monday, November 20, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. Friends and relatives are invited to attend. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000292 Ellis - Ercel O. Ellis, a retired seamstress, died on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at Canon Hospice in Metairie, LA. She was the beloved wife of the late Lester M. Ellis of Slidell, LA. Mr. and Mrs. Ellis were former residents of Bluefields, Nicaragua and moved to Slidell, La in 1984. She was a former resident of the Slidell Guest House where she was very active in most activities for the residents. She is survived by two daughters, Loudell Robb of College Park, MD and Sandra Ellis of Havana, Cuba, and a son, Norman Ellis of Bluefields, Nicaragua. She is also survived by her sister Hazel Blanford, grandchildren Audrey A. Ellis, Johann of Miami, Fl., Jeffrey and Neremy Newball, both of College Park, Md, great- grandsons Ormond Ellis of Kansas City, MD and Darrian Lockett of Kenner, LA., nieces and nephews, Jacqueline, Henry, Rosa, Margaret, Carl, Elaine, Ashton, Rose Marie, Phillip and Hurse. A funeral will be held on Monday, November 27, 2006 at 12 noon at NewLife Church, 1247 Jaycee Dr. Slidell, LA. Pastor Eddie Spears officiating. Interment will be at Slidell Memorial Cemetery on Daney St. immediately following. Professional Services Entrusted to: Littlejohn Funeral Home 2163 Aubry Street. Cal K. Johnson, Manager/Funeral Director Times Picayune 11-26- 2006 **************************************** 000293 Ellis - Beulah C. Ellis, a retired church musician, died Monday, Nov. 27, 2006. Funeral: 2:00 p.m. Thursday at Lucas Hurst Funeral Home, 1321 Precinct Line Road. Burial: 10 a.m. Saturday in Roselawn Memorial Park, Baton Rouge, LA. Beulah Evelyn Curry Ellis was born in Mangham, La., on March 30, 1915, to Ruben Day Curry and Lela Mae Frey Curry. She was the second of four girls. A lifelong musician, Beulah was awarded a violin scholarship to Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, earning a bachelor of music degree in 1936. She married Albert David 'Buzz' Ellis Jr. on Sept. 22, 1940, after which they moved to Houston. They had one daughter, Molly Anne Ellis Priddy. After 25 years in Houston, they moved to Metairie, La., where they lived 31 years until 1991, when they moved to Kenedy to be near their daughter. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband and her older sister, Ruby Mae Curry Poland. Survivors: Her daughter, Molly Ellis Priddy and her husband, R. Lloyd Priddy Jr., of Hurst; sisters, Molly Neil Curry Stewart of Houston and Kathryn Marie Curry Williams of Avon, Park, Fla.; grandsons, David Roy Priddy his wife, Kristen Peters Priddy, and Mark Bruce Priddy his wife, Jennifer Losmore Priddy, all of Hurst; five great-grandsons; and three great-granddaughters. Lucas Funeral Home Hurst, 817-284-7271 Times Picayune 11-30- 2006 **************************************** 000294 Ellis - Roberta Kay Hoag Ellis passed away, at her Belle Chasse, LA residence, on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at 12:15 A.M. Age 58 years. A native of Battle Creek, MI and a resident of Belle Chasse, LA for the past 15 years. Mrs. Ellis worked several years in accounting with the Metropolitan Developmental Center. Beloved wife of James 'Jim' Ellis. Mother of Leon Moore of Avondale, LA and the late Tony Moore. Daughter of the late William and Mary Hyde Hoag. Sister of Janet Clark and her daughter, Natasha, both of Battle Creek, MI and the late Elizabeth Hoag. Grandmother of Savannah of Avondale, LA and Nikita of Post Falls, ID. Relatives and friends; also employees of Metropolitan Developmental Center and Blanchard Auto Parts of Belle Chasse are invited to attend the Funeral Service at CLARK-DUCOTE FUNERAL HOME, 9611 Highway 23 (two blocks north of the Belle Chasse Naval Air Station) on Monday, November 13, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. Visitation will also be on Monday from 9:00 A.M. until time of services. Interment will be private. In lieu of usual remembrances, memorial contributions may be made to your local United Way in memory of Mrs. Avis. For directions and to extend online condolences, please visit us at www.clarkducote.com Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000295 Enslen - William Robert (Bob) Enslen Graveside services will be held on Saturday November 18, 2006 at 12:00 pm at Magnolia Cemetery in Meridian Mississippi. Dr. Wayne Riley will officiate with arrangement through James R. Webb Funeral Home. Mr. William Robert (Bob) Enslen, 67 years young, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 13, 2006 at Heartfelt Hospice in Meridian Ms., after a three year battle with cancer. Bob was a wonderful and loving Son, Brother, Uncle and Friend. He resided in New Orleans Louisiana for the last 23 years where his career took him as a Tower Operator over the Huey P. Long Bridge with Illinois Central Railroad until he retired March 4, 2001. Survivors include : His parents, Mr. Louis P. Enslen Sir. and Mrs. Myrtle Z. Enslen of Meridian Ms., Brother: Louis P. Enslen Jr. of Atlanta Ga, Nieces: Angela E. Rembert, Stephanie E. Smith, and Meredith R. Enslen, all of Atlanta Ga. Great- Niece: Gabrielle E. Rembert, and Great-Nephews: David J. Rembert II, Garrett C. Smith, Mason L. Smith, and Roy L. Smith III, all of Atlanta Ga. He was preceded in death by his brother Willis Boyd Enslen. Bob will be deeply missed by all. The lives he touched during the short time he spent on this earth will celebrate and rejoice in his homecoming to an eternal life in heaven. Memorials may be made to The American Cancer Society. Times Picayune 11-18-2006 **************************************** 000296 Enzone - Vincent Enzone age 71 years at Metairie, Louisiana, on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 3:40 PM. Beloved husband of Jean Derby Enzone. Father of Vincent Anthony and Damon Derby Enzone. Brother of Stefano and Francesco Enzone, Antonio Canepa, Patrina DeMarco and Verna Sgroi. Also survived by his beloved pet 'Sammy'. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass from the Jefferson home of Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd. at 43rd St., Metairie, LA on Friday, November 24, 2006 at 11:00 AM. Visitation on Friday from 10:00 AM until service time. Interment in Cypress Grove Cemetery. Information: (504) 835-2341 Times Picayune 11-22-2006 **************************************** 000297 Eskinde - Serina Eskinde departed this life, at West Jefferson Medical Center, on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at 6:35p.m. Daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Taylor Eskinde. Sister of Audrey Singleton and the late Naomi Johnson, Ruth Lucas, Deloris Patterson, Mildred Gabriel, Herbert Eskinde, Milton Eskinde, and Willie McCoy. Aunt of Walter Luca, Eartha Cambrice, and Barbara Wilson. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Age 77 years. A native of New Orleans, La. and a resident of Algiers, La. Relatives and friends; also pastors, officers, and members of St. Stephens M.B.C., First Free Mission B.C., and Pure Light B.C., and neighboring churches; employees of West Jefferson and Meadowcrest Hospitals are invited to attend the Funeral Service from Free Mission B.C., 426 Lamarque St., Algiers, La. on Monday November 20, 2006 at 10:00a.m. Rev. Norman Francis officiating and Rev. Andre Sigler officiating. Visitation from 9:00a.m. until service time at the above named church. Interment: New Hope Cemetery, Gretna, La. Arrangements by DAVIS MORTUARY SERVICE 230 Monroe St., Gretna, La. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000298 Essex - Harry Essex passed away on Friday, November 10, 2006. Age 48. Son of Mary Webb. Father of Angela, Michelle, Joseph and Jeremiah. Brother of Solomon Webb, Joyce Porter, Mervennie Booth and the late Gladys Marsh. Brother-in-law of Willie Porter and Issac Booth. Nephew of Purvis, Louis and Calrenia Wright, Izonia Lee and Lottie McClain of Detroit, Michigan. One great-aunt, Carrie Harris Coatopa, Alabama. Also survived by two grandchildren: Frank and Lawrence; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. A native and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Greater New St. Luke B.C. are invited to attend the visitation on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at Gertrude Geddes Willis Funeral Home, 2120 Jackson Avenue from 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Followed by Funeral Services at 10:00 a.m. Rev. Andrew Johnson, officiating. Interment Resthaven Memorial Park. NO WAKE. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC. in charge. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000299 Evans - Robert JC Evans, Sr. passed away at West Jefferson Medical Center on Sunday, November 26, 2006 at 5:10 AM. Loving father of Robert JC Evans, Jr. and Christopher Daniel Evans and the late Ryan William Evans. Son of Josephine Nellie King and the late William Melvin King. Brother of Teresa Ledbetter, Linda Winters and the late Patricia Ann Bash. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and many other loving relatives and friends who will remember his laughter and cherish all the memories. Mr. Evans, age 49 years, served in the U.S. Army in Germany from 1974 - 1976. After he returned, he settled in the New Orleans area and was an electrician for thirty years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Memorial Gathering at WESTSIDE/LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA on Monday, November 27, 2006 from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM. Interment will be private. For information, call 341-9421. Times Picayune 11-27- 2006 **************************************** 000300 Evans - Timothy O'Donovan Evans on Wednesday, November 8, 2006. Beloved husband of Melissa Deichmann Evans. Son of John and Rosalyn Evans. Survived by two brothers and three sisters: John G. Evans, Jr., Michael F. Evans, Rose Irvin, Eleanor Flores and Emily Shattuck. Son-in-law of Daniel and Linda Peters Deichmann. Brother-in-law of Melinda and Scott and Angela Harold Deichmann. Friends may call at the family owned Mitchell-Wiedefeld Funeral Home, Inc., 6500 York Rd. (at Overbrook Rd.), Baltimore, MD on Sunday, November 12, 2006 from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be offered at St. Piux X Catholic Church, 6428 York Rd. (at Overbrook Rd.) on Monday, November 13 at 10:00 a.m. Interment Private. There will also be a Memorial Mass at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, Alexandria, VA at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Tim's memory to Loyola Blakefield, P.O. Box 6819, Towson, MD 21285. Arrangements by EVERLY WHEATLEY FUNERAL HOME www.everlyfuneralhomes.com Times Picayune 11-11-2006 **************************************** 000301 Exsterstein - Nolan Joseph Exsterstein Sr. passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at 3:02 AM. Age 69 years. Beloved husband of Judith Basha Exsterstein. Loving father of Nolan Joseph Exsterstein Jr., Callien Phelps, Keith 'Kippy' Francis Exsterstein and Patrick Exsterstein. Stepfather of Albert and Jonathan Rouse. Brother of Marie 'Weezie' Gaudet, Robert 'Bob' Exsterstein, the late Verola E. Geraci, Herman 'Buddy' Exsterstein and Melvin Thomas Exsterstein. He was preceded in death by his parents Frances Healy Exsterstein and Herman F. Exsterstein. He is survived by 11 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Mr. Exsterstein was retired as a captain from the New Orleans Fire department, a member of Veterans Fire Fighters' Association, past board member of New Orleans Firemen's Federal Credit Union and past member of Lake Hermitage Volunteer Fire Department. He also served his country in the United States Air Force as a technical instructor. He was an antique car enthusiast, loved to play pool, spoil his wife and enjoyed life and loved having fun. He will be sadly missed by his wife, family and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Greenwood Funeral Home Chapel, (Formerly All Faiths) (486-0880) 5200 Canal Blvd. on Monday, November 13, 2006 at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will be on Monday, from 9:00 AM until time of Service. Donations may be made to St. Catherine's Hospice, 2701 Hwy 51, LaPlace, LA 70068. To view or sign the Family Guestbook please visit www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000302 Eyler - Rita McCarthy Eyler, 80-something (her orders, not ours), reunited with her husband, Robert LeRoy Eyler, while surrounded by her loving family in her home on November 21, 2006. Beloved mother of Michael and Joanne, Suzy , Randy and Annell, and Patti and Allan; grandmother of Michael and Kelli Eyler, Joyce (Eyler) and Joe Catalano, Renee (Eyler) and Van Culver, Randy and Stacy, and Lisa (Eyler) and David Wenerd; great-grandmother of Robert, Katie and Sean Eyler, Seth and Hayden Catalano, Tori Jennings and Mackenzie Rita Eyler, and Meagan, David and Hanna Wenerd; and dear family friend of Valerie Rans. Born and raised in New Orleans; youngest and last of the Charles and Anna McCarthy family: Charles, Edward, Carmelita, Francis, Elizabeth and Timothy. Rita, a 44-year resident of Ridley Park, will be missed by all she touched - and fed - for her love of family, selflessness to others, strength of will, and faith in God. Selfless to the end, Rita donated her body to the Humanity Gifts Registry. The Memorial Liturgy was celebrated at Saint Rose of Lima Church, Eddystone, PA. Contributions can be made in her memory to the compassionate caregivers of Taylor Hospice, PO Box 147, Ridley Park, PA 19078. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000303 Fabregas - Karen Boyer Fabregas on Sunday, November 12, 2006. Beloved daughter of the late Marie Mannina Boyer and Eddie Boyer. Sister of Charlene Boyer Hock. Sister-in-law of Harlan Hock, Sr. Also survived by cousins, aunts and uncles. Age 52 years. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Terrytown, LA for over 25 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Memorial Mass at St. Cletus Catholic Church, Gretna, LA on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 11AM. Visitation will be held from 10AM until 11AM at the church. Interment in Lakelawn Park Mausoleum, New Orleans, LA. Mothe Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Information: 366-4343. Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000304 Faulkner - Marion A. Faulkner, 'Uncle Mern' on Sunday November 19, 2006. Father of the late Scott David. Brother of James P. Box, Linda F. Perron, Frances Phillips, Janice F. Wilson, Sue Lipps and Mary Faulkner. Brother-in-law of Dalbert Perron. Son of the late Mildred Inez Finch Faulkner and Joe Faulkner. Age 55 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral from the Funeral Home of Lamana-Panno-Fallo, 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at 1:00 pm. Interment in Amite Memorial Gardens. Friends may visit after 11:00 am on Tuesday. Arrangements by JACOB SCHOEN AND SON FUNERAL DIRECTORS. Guestbook may be signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-20-2006 **************************************** 000305 Faust - Charles H. 'Chuck' Faust, Jr., age 84 years, passed away on Monday, November 27, 2006. Beloved husband of Laura Masset Faust. Loving father of Edward C. Faust (wife, James Rebecca Faust) and Elaine Faust Pritchett. Grandfather of Emmett E. III, Candace L. and Brian C. Pritchett, Edward C. Faust II and Christopher L. Royce. Mr. Faust was retired from South Central Bell. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at GREENWOOD FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5200 Canal Blvd. (formerly All Faiths) 486-0880 on Friday, December 1, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. Visitation after 11:00 a.m. Friday. Donations may be made in his name to: Alzheimer's Association, 3717 Government St., Ste. 7, Alexandria, LA 71302, (318) 619-8383. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000306 Fenerty - Kerry John Fenerty went to be with the Lord on Friday November 17, 2006.He was 54 years old. Mr Fenerty was born in New Orleans and resided in Amite for the past several years. He was in retail sales for Winn-Dixie and Dollar General. His interests included CB and Amateur Ham Radio. His call signal was KB5MND.The son of the late Norman A. Fenerty, Sr. and Shirley Booth Fenerty. Survivors include his daughter Gina Marie Fenerty from his marriage with Glenda Hiatt Schwander, his sister Marilyn Fenerty, his brothers Norman Fenerty and Charles Lemoine, Also by a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Memorial Service on Friday, December 1, 2006 in the Chapel of Schoen Funeral Home, 1414 S. Tyler St., Covington, LA at 4:00 pm. Rev. Eugene Wellington, officiating. Visitation will be from 1:00 PM until service time. Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000307 Fenner - Flora Hardie Fenner on November 19, 2006 at home of natural causes. A life long resident of New Orleans, age 98 years. Beloved wife of the late Darwin Schriever Fenner. Mother of Darwin C. Fenner, James H. Fenner, and Flora Fenner French. Sister of Charlotte Hardie Smither Menville, the late Eben Hardie, and William T. Hardie. Grandmother of Mary Jane Ingram, Joanne Fenner, Cathy Fenner, Dorothy Campbell, Stanley Fenner, Dr. Jay French, Fenner French, Hardie French, Dr. Matthew French, and William French. Great-grandmother of 20. She was a graduate of Louise McGehee School and Newcomb College, class of 1930, where she was Class President, President of the Student Council and Pi Beta Phi Fraternity, and was a member of the Beauty Court. Her mother Flora Sanders Hardie was likewise a graduate of Newcomb College. Mr. and Mrs. Fenner were important members of the philanthropic community, supporting Tulane University, Newcomb College, and Tulane Medical Center. She was instrumental in bringing Planned Parenthood to Louisiana, and received the Margaret Sanger Circle Award. She was a member of the Junior League of New Orleans, the New Orleans Town Gardeners (Garden Club of America). Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at Myra Clare Rogers Memorial Chapel at Newcomb College at 11:00 AM. Visitation from 10:00 AM until service time. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Tulane Medical Center, 1415 Tulane Av., NOLA 70112, Planned Parenthood of LA, 8200 Hampson St., NOLA 70118, or WYES, 916 Navarre Av., NOLA 70124 preferred. LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-22-2006 **************************************** 000308 Ferguson - Cody Jacob Ferguson passed away at Children's Hospital on Thursday, November 9, 2006, three days before his 13th birthday. Beloved son of Marvin Ferguson, Sr. and Michelle Francher Ferguson, (companion, Ernesto Ramirez). Brother of Marvin J. Ferguson, Jr., (wife, Stephanie). Grandson of Helene' Pilon and the late Lewis Francher, Willis A. Ferguson, Sr. and Leola Adams Ferguson. Nephew of Willis A. Ferguson, Jr., Elizabeth Ferguson, Jacqueline Guerrera, Sandee and Leo De Jesus, Josee and Greg Kantak, Renee and Roger Kendrick, Bryan Francher and Dan Brockhoeft, Timothy and Lori Albarado, Richard Dykes and the late Joe Guerrera. Cousin of Tammy and Glenn Brathbury, Nicole Ferguson and fiance' Waveless Breaux, Lenny Albarado, Jr. and fiancee Christina Lambertini, Jill Kemp, Jason Bourg and Samuel Kendrick. Special cousin of Kaci, Carli and Brandi Brathbury. Also survived by many other loving relatives and friends. The family would like to express their heartfelt appreciation to the doctors, nurses and to all of the staff of Children's Hospital. Relatives, friends of the family and the staff of Children's Hospital are invited to attend the Funeral Service from WESTSIDE/ LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA on Thursday, November 16, 2006 at 12:00 noon. Interment in Restlawn Park Cemetery, Avondale, LA. Visitation on Thursday from 10:00 AM until funeral time. In lieu of flowers, donations to the family to assist with burial expenses would be appreciated. For information, call 341-9421. Times Picayune 11-15-2006 **************************************** 000309 Fernandez - Arthur Fernandez passed away on Monday, November 27, 2006 at 4:30 a.m. at age 67. Loved brother of Jose and Carlos Fernandez and lifelong friend of Roberta Corcoran. Arthur was a lover of art and music and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000310 Ferrer - Philip Juan Ferrer, Jr. passed away on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at East Jefferson Hospital in Metairie, LA. He was 44 years old. Beloved husband of Leah Daigle Ferrer. Loving father of Jeanne Ferrer, Brandi Ferrer and Philip Ferrer III. Son of Philip Juan Ferrer Sr. and Mary Elizabeth Battle Ferrer. Brother of Samuel Ferrer and Dana Ferrer Alverez. Son-in-law of Herbert and Joyce Daigle. Philip is also survived and fondly remembered by a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws and friends. He was a native of St. Bernard Parish and a resident of Meraux, LA. He owned Liftco, Inc., was a parishioner of Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Violet, LA and a member of the T.E.C. community. Relatives and friends are invited to attend an evening visitation to be held at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., NOLA on Friday, November 24th from 6:00PM 9:00PM. Visitation will take place on Saturday morning from 11:00AM 12:00 noon at St. Ann Catholic Church, 4920 Loveland St. Metairie, LA. A Funeral Mass will follow beginning at 12:00 noon. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family will appreciate donations to the Stallworth Fund at ARRNO - 504-780-2766. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000311 Ferrier - Olga Lucille Nelder Ferrier passed away on Thursday, November 23, 2006 in Houston, Texas. Born in New Orleans, La. on September 30, 1921. Beloved wife of the late Mervin Joseph Ferrier. Daughter of the late Mary and Edward Nelder. Mother of Joan Antonsen, Dennis and Robert Ferrier, Janet Tenette, Brenda Henderson, Anita Felder, Elaine Vappie, Andrea Ferrier, and Cheryl Conway. Sister of the late Alma Jones, Evelyn Tamoro, Helen Montegut, Arthur, Gilbert and Louie Nelder. Also survived by 19 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and a host of daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, sisters-in-law and brothers-inlaw, as well as other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family also pastor and parishoners of Resurrection of Our Lord and St. Maria Goretti Catholic Churches, employees of U.S. Postal Services, Social Security Administration and the United States Department of Agriculture are invited to attend the Funeral Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at St. Leo the Great Church Cluster, 2916 Paris Avenue, New Orleans, La. at 10:00 a.m. Visitation at the church 9:00 a.m. until funeral time. Interment: Mt. Olivet Mausoleum. Arrangements entrusted to D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna, La. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000312 Flanagan - James T. Flanagan, a prominent Metairie lawyer who practiced law for more than fifty years, died at his home on Wednesday morning. He was 78. Mr. Flanagan was a lifelong resident of the New Orleans area. He attended St. Matthias School, St. Joseph's Seminary and Jesuit High School. He attended Loyola University, and graduated with honors from Loyola University School of Law in 1950, where he served as the editor of the Loyola Law Review. He served in the U.S. Army as a Judge Advocate General from 1950 to 1952. He and his wife, Winifred Ann Stiegler Flanagan of New Orleans, were among the founding families of St. Mary Magdalen Parish in Metairie. Mr. Flanagan was active in many church and church- related charitable functions. He founded the St. Mary Magdalen Parish Holy Name Society and served as the Holy Name Society's national president. He also founded the Jefferson Parish St. Vincent de Paul Society. He was an active member of Knights of Columbus and the St. Thomas More Catholic Lawyers Society. Archbishop Phillip Hannan awarded him the Order of St. Louis for his service to the archdiocese. He was the senior partner in the Metairie law firm of Mollere, Flanagan & Landry, where he typically represented individuals and corporations in real estate matters and successions. His largest client was Metairie Bank & Trust Company, whom he served for nearly thirty years. As a lawyer, he developed the strongest reputation for integrity, professional ability, and charity in his work. Mr. Flanagan leaves his wife of fifty-one years, Winifred S. Flanagan; seven children, Sister Anne Joan Flanagan, FSP (Chicago, IL), Mary Kay Flanagan Harvey, Jane Mary Flanagan, Harold Jude Flanagan, Thomas More Flanagan, Lea Ann Flanagan Durand (Austin, TX), and Nell Mary Flanagan; and ten grandchildren, Erin Jane Harvey, Meaghan Ren¨ Harvey, James Robert Harvey, Caitlin Jaimie Flanagan and James Thomas Flanagan, II, of Metairie; Logan Thomas Durand, Chase Robert Durand and Claudia Rene Durand of Austin, TX; and Kathryn Winifred Flanagan and Adeline Grace Flanagan of New Orleans. He is predeceased by his parents, Mercedes and Walter Flanagan of New Orleans, a brother, Walter J. Flanagan, Jr., and a sister, Mary Mercedes Flanagan Cancienne. He is survived by two brothers, William P. Flanagan of Metairie and Charles J. Flanagan of Oregon, and a sister, Shirley Mae Flanagan Kenning of Metairie. At the time of his death he had been a parishioner at St. Clement of Rome Parish in Metairie for approximately twenty-one years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Chapel of Lamana-Panno-Fallo, Metairie, on Friday, November 10, 2006 at 11:00 am. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9:00 am until service time. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Daughters of St. Paul, 4403 Veterans, Metairie, LA 70006. ARRANGEMENTS BY JACOB SCHOEN AND SON FUNERAL DIRECTORS. Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000313 Fleischer - Eunice Miriam Foeckler Fleischer, age 85, retired business manager of the Casey-Bauer Pediatric Clinic. Preceded in death by her husband, Alden Haydel Fleischer. Survived by her daughters, E. Miriam Fleischer and Ann M. Gallagher; her grandchildren, Cory Gallagher, Joshua De Haan and Sophie De Haan; her sons-in-law, Andre De Haan and Roger Gallagher, and her sisters, Merle Marie Foeckler and Beverly Foeckler Broadbridge and many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Fleischer was a loving wife, mother and grandmother, and was always willing to help someone in need. She was a volunteer at East Jefferson General Hospital with over 5,000 hours of service. She also supported her church, Atonement Lutheran, participating in the Ladies Guild and Choir for many years. Funeral at Schoen Funeral Home of Covington, 1414 South Tyler Street, Covington, La. at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, November 17, 2006. Visitation beginning at 9:00 a.m. Donations to Atonement Lutheran Church Building Fund, 6500 Riverside Drive, Metairie, La. 70003 preferred. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000314 Folkins - Paul M. Folkins on Saturday, November 25, 2006, age 72 years. Beloved husband of Shirley Lackey Folkins. Father of Cynthia Fox, Jennifer Robinson, Lorna Folkins, Paul M. Folkins, Jr., Roderick D. Folkins, Gregory R. Folkins and John J. Folkins. Son of the late Paul M. Folkins and Ruth MacDougal. Brother of Ruth Hussy, Jean Lunn, Shirley MacDonald and the late Audry Dow. Also survived by 16 grandchildren. Mr Folkins retired as a vice president of a manufacturing company. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Services at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park and Mausoleum. Visitation on Tuesday from 8:30 AM until service time. In lieu of flowers donations preferred to the American Cancer Society. To view and sign the guest book please go to www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-27-2006 **************************************** 000315 Folse - Marilyn M. Folse died on Tuesday, November 28, 2006. She was born to the late Joseph E. and Susan Zeairs Folse on July 10, 1924 in Houston, TX. She was a life long resident of Abita Springs. A sister, Justin F. Volpe and a brother, Barry L. Folse survive her. She was preceded in death by two sisters; Dorothy F. LaCroix, Sue Ann F. Anthony and two brothers, Joseph and Gilbert Folse. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend Funeral Mass on Monday, December 4, 2006 at 12:00 noon from St. Jane de Chantel Catholic Church, 72040 Maple St., Abita Springs, LA 70420. Visiting hours will begin at the Church at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow Mass at the Abita town Cemetery. E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, Inc. entrusted with arrangements. Sign the family guestbook online, www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000316 Foots - Etta Mae Foots, 63, of Houston, TX., formerly of New Orleans, LA, passed away Thursday, October 26, 2006, after a courageous battle with skin cancer. She was born on February 25, 1943 in Lebeau, Louisiana to Marion Elmore and Regina Dominick. Etta retired as manager of the French Market Donut Shop in New Orleans. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. To cherish her memories, she leaves her Husband, Collins Foots, Sr., 2 daughters, Katrina Marie Foots Riley (Joseph), Jill Foots Chambers (Troy, Sr.), 1 son, Collins Foots, Jr. (Katherine), twin sisters, Ella Mae LaCour, dearest friend Betty Hunter, 9 grandchildren, Kinyada, Kendra, Kayla, Troy, Jr., Tyron, Kasey, Kelsey, Trenton, & Tahj 7 brothers, a host of nephews, and nieces. Services will be held Friday, November 3, 2006 at Robey Funeral Home, 403 W. Sterling Ave. Baytown, Texas 77520. Visitation is from 9:00 10:50 a.m., and the Funeral will start at 10:55 a.m., Pastor Byron R. Williams, Sr., Officiating. Interment at Sterling-White Cemetery, Highlands, TX. Services Entrusted To: ROBEY FUNERAL HOME 'A FAMILY OF HELPING HANDS' (281) 428- 9911 Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000317 Forest - Richard 'Ike' Forest, age 71, entered into eternal rest on Monday, October 30th, 2006 at 3:30 p.m. at Touro Infirmary in New Orleans, LA. He was the son of the late Joseph Forest and the late Alice Banks Williams. Stepson of the late Issac Knight. He was a New Orleans native. Mr. Forest leaves behind cherished memories for his wife, Olevia Porche Forest of Riverdale, GA; six daughters: Gardenia M. (late Lester) Dobard, Jr., Elenora Forest, Stephanie (Larry) Barnes all of Riverdale, GA, Alice Braddy of Austin, TX, Tammy (Willie) Jackson and Cathy Forest both of New Orleans, LA. He was the grandfather of sixteen grandchildren, four grandsons-in-law and the great-grandfather of twenty-three. God brother of Ivory Lee Irvin and Marion Coleman. Also survived by a host of cousins and many friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of New Gloryland Missionary Baptist Church and neighboring churches are invited to attend the Homegoing Services on Saturday, November 10th, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. at Ray Avenue Baptist Church, located 4712 Ray Avenue, New Orleans, LA where Rev. Robert Brown is Pastor and Rev. Mack Dunbar, Jr. officiating. Visitation from 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. Interment in Resthaven Cemetery The family would like to send a special thanks to all the doctors, nurses, and other staff of Touro Infirmary for all the loving care given to our loved one. THARP-SONTHEIMER-THARP FUNERAL HOME, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, LA in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11- 9-2006 **************************************** 000318 Forest - Emily Regina Forest, native of New Orleans, passed away Sunday, November 26, 2006 in Hickory at the age of 85. She was the daughter of the late Emile R. and Irene Lombard Barbier and beloved wife of the late Walter Forest. She is the loving mother of Barbara Easley, Walter Bruce Forest and Cheryl Holley; Sister of Patricia David, Geneveve Veau and Emile J. Barbier. She is also survived by five grandchildren, Melissa Condatore, Edward R. Williams IV, Gregory and Pamela Forest, Aubrey Jordan, two great grandchildren, Nicholas and Maria Condatore.She was preceded in death by two brothers, George Barbier, Robert 'Cotton' Barbier and two sisters, Irene Routt and Doris Panquerne.Mrs. Forest was a member of the Happy Hour Senior Citizens Club and Slidell Senior Citizens Club.A private service will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Schoen Funeral Home of Covington. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000319 Forest - Richard 'Ike' Forest, age 71, entered into eternal rest on Monday, October 30th, 2006 at 3:30 p.m. Homegoing Services on Friday, November 10th, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. at Ray Avenue Baptist Church, 4712 Ray Avenue, New Orleans, LA. Rev. Robert Brown, Pastor and Rev. Mack Dunbar, Jr. officiating. Visitation from 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. Interment in Resthaven Cemetery THARP-SONTHEIMER-THARP FUNERAL HOME in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000320 Forsyth - Vera Choquette Forsyth, of Marrero, LA on Saturday November 4, 2006 at 7:45 PM. Age 76 years and a lifelong resident of Marrero, LA. Beloved wife of George F. Forsyth. Loving mother of David F. Forsyth, Sr., and the late Infant Forsyth. Mother in law of Katherine Adams Forsyth. Daughter of the late Edward Choquette, and Ledee Landry Choquette. Sister of Walter C. Choquette, Sr., and the late Helen C. Brenckle, Alice C. Hertz, and Doris C. Cheramie. Sister in Law of Diane F. Wattigney. Grandmother of Cherelle M. Forsyth, and David F. Forsyth, Jr., Great Grandmother of Justin M. Babineaux. Aunt of Bridgette C. Shaw. Also survived by a host of other Nieces and Nephews. Relatives and friends of the family also officers and members of Immaculate Conception K of C #4222 and Ladies Auxillary, Belle Terre Golden Age Club, HHH Club, and American Business Womens Association are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from the Chapel of WESTSIDE/ LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA on Tuesday, November 7, 2006 at 2:30 PM. Followed by interment in Westlawn Memorial Park, Gretna, LA. Visitation on Tuesday morning after 10:00 AM until Mass. In lieu of flowers, Masses are Preferred. Information 341-9421. Times Picayune 11-6-2006 **************************************** 000321 Forsyth - Armaize Waguespack Forsyth, age 89, died on Monday, November 13, 2006 at Our Lady of Lake Hospital, Baton Rouge, LA. The Lord took Mrs. Armaize Forsyth to her heavenly home. She was a native of Laplace, LA and a resident of St. Claire Manor, Baton Rouge, LA. Her smile was contagious. It was seldom you would catch her without a smile from cheek to cheek. She blessed us with that beautiful smile each day. She is survived by two sons: Carroll and Wayne Forsyth; four daughters: Mary F. Guidry, Dianne F. Becnel, Shirley F. Duhon and Julie F. Cambre; two brothers: Hubert and Claude Waguespack; two sisters: Rita Deslatte and Martha Deroche; 17 grandchildren, 41 great-grandchildren, and 3 great great grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband, Godfrey J. Forsyth; parents, Expiere and Althea Waguespack; son, Donald Forsyth and an infant son; brothers: Francis and Joseph Waguespack; and sister, Margaret Brignac. Visitation will be at Rose Lynn Funeral Services, Lutcher, LA on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 from 6:009:00 p.m. Visitation will resume at Rose Lynn Funeral Services on Wednesday, November 15, 2006 from 8:00 -10:30 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Joseph Catholic Church, River Road, Paulina, La. at 11:00 a.m. officiated by Fr. Ed Fuss. Interment will follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery. ROSE LYNN FUNERAL SERVICES are in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-14-2006 **************************************** 000322 Foster - Greg Leon Foster on Friday, November 17, 2006. Beloved husband of Wanda Gaudet Foster. Father of Greg Leon, Jr., Grant Allen and Gavin Richard Foster. Son of Helen Ferchaud Foster and the late Frank Foster. Son-in-law of Carol Gaudet and Al Gaudet. Brother-in-law of Allen J. Gaudet, Stacey G. Berry, Jamie F. Gaudet, Jeremy W. and Jason F. Gaudet. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Aged 52 years, a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Kenner, LA for the past 28 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Memorial Service from the Kenner Funeral Home of L. A. Muhleisen and Son, 2607 Williams Blvd. on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at 12:30 p.m. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Friends may visit from 10:00 a.m. until time of service. Times Picayune 11-20-2006 **************************************** 000323 Fouquet - Dorothy Baul Fouquet on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 5:29 p.m. Beloved wife of the late Lloyd Edward Fouquet. Mother of Warren Morgan. Mother-in- law of Betty Daniel Morgan. Step-mother of Jeri Fouquet Alderette. Daughter of the late Annie Sillix and George Baul. Sister of the late Annabelle Baul Magendie. Grandmother of Bonnie Morgan Dennis, Cathy Morgan Serpas, Gene Edward Morgan, and Kim Morgan DeKorver. Also survived by 10 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great- grandchildren. Aged 90 years, a native of New Orleans and a resident of Slidell for the past 30 years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral. Services from the Metairie Funeral Home of L. A. Muhleisen and Son, 2929 Metairie Road, Metairie, LA on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at 1:00 o'clock p.m. Interment in Garden of Memories Cemetery. Friends may visit from 12:00 until time of service. Times Picayune 11-20-2006 **************************************** 000324 France - Belinda Ann France, age 38, on Monday, November 6, 2006 in Diamondhead, MS. She was the beloved daughter of Linda France and the late Thomas Joseph France, Jr. Sister of Thomas Joseph France III, Frank Joseph France and Michael Anthony France. Aunt of Tina Marie France, Thomas Joseph France IV, Michael David Diaz, Jr. and Antonio Frank Diaz. She is also survived by a host of loving family and friends. A homemaker and of the Catholic faith. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 16, 2006 from the Metairie Funeral Home of Lamana-Panno-Fallo, 1717 Veterans Blvd. Followed by interment in St. Vincent de Paul Cemetery. Visitation on Thursday, November 16, 2006 after 9:00 a.m. Sign On-Line Guest book at www.legacy.com. Information: 831-9901. Times Picayune 11-15-2006 **************************************** 000325 Francis - Jerolene (Jerry, Jawra) Marie Francis, Retired Medical Aide (Central Supply), died on November 17, 2006 at her home, at the age of 69. A native and resident of New Orleans for her entire 69 years. She graduated from Booker T. Washington Senior High School. She retired from Ochsner Hospital after 42 years and she was a seasonal employee of Beads by the Dozen. She was a committee member of BTW Class of '55 Reunion Committee; member of Evangelization Ministry, Military Support Committee, and Acacia Tree Project at St. Joan of Arc. Survivors include a son Kerwin A Pierre and daughter, Nonetta M. Pierre-Anderson (Leonard), Severn M.D., brothers: Raymond Cavalier, Nashville, TN, Rickie Francis, Sisters: Ferryell Pierce (Jimmy), Donnias Harrison (Aaron), Dallas, TX; Shelia Paul (Shedrick), and Sister Francis, Five Grandchildren, Two Greatgrandchildren and a host of relatives and friends; priest, parishioners, and faculty/students of St. Joan of Arc, Holy Ghost, and neighboring parishes; employees of Ochsner Hospital and Beads by the Dozen are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial. Visitation will be Friday, November 24, 2006 from 5:00 p.m. until the start of the Wake at 7:00 p.m. at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 8321 Burthe Street, New Orleans, LA 70118. Viewing will be at 9:00 a.m. with the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. on November 25, 2006 at the church. Interment at St. Mary's Cemetery, New Orleans, LA. Professional services entrusted to Dennis Mortuary, 1812 Louisiana Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70115, (504) 899-8252. Times Picayune 11-23-2006 **************************************** 000326 Franklin - Delores M. 'Ms. Dee' Franklin died on Friday, November 10, 2006 at her residence in Thibodaux, LA. Daughter of the late Alfred and Viola Duncan Morehead. Mother of Angela Franklin of New Orleans, LA. Sister of Leroy, Larry, Lucille, Cecile and Sharon Morehead, Shirley Brown and the late Alvin Morehead. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was 64. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Thibodaux, LA. Family and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Service on Monday, November 20, 2006 at Morning Star Baptist Church, Brule Road, Thibodaux, LA beginning at 11:00 a.m. Burial in Moses Baptist Church Cemetery. Arrangements by WILLIAMS & SOUTHALL FUNERAL HOME, Thibodaux, LA (985) 447-2513. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000327 Frazer - Eugenie Hull Frazer on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 2:53 a.m. in Raceland, LA. Beloved mother of Gaynell Wilson and her husband, Barry. Grandmother of Jennifer Smith and her husband, Gordon and Jessica Glaspell and her husband, Michael. Great-grandmother of Keegan Cressionie and Ashton Smith. Daughter of the late Andrew Hull, Sr. and May Conner Hull. Sister of Warren Hull, Sr., the late Andrew Hull, Jr., Dorothy Levitan, Evelyn Brocato, Muriel Fontana, Alton Hull and Thomas Hull. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Raceland, LA. Age 75 years. Private Services will be held at a later date. FALGOUT FUNERAL HOMES in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000328 Frazier - Infant Joseph James Frazier Jr., Our little angel has gone to heaven of Hammond, LA, died Monday, November 27, 2006 in North Oaks Medical Center.Surviving are parents, Joseph James Frazier Sr. and Kayla Lynn Depaula; grandmothers and step-grandfathers, Rhonda and Mike Rau;and Miriam and David Churchill; grandfather and step-grandmother, John F. Sr and Dianne Frazier; great- grandfather, Carl Martin.He was preceded in death by Great-grandparents: Joseph and Theresa Sposito and James and Jaunita Frazier. Graveside Services and interment will be held at Rose Memorial Cemetery in Hammond on Friday, December 1, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. Email condolences to: hmckneely@i-55.com / subject line: Frazier Jr. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000329 Frazier - Lula Mae Frazier on Monday, November 20, 2006 entered into eternal rest. A native of Waterproof, LA and resident of N.O., LA for 46 years. Age 66. Survived by: husband of 46 years, Benjamin (Chester) Frazier; mother, Mary L. Crockett; children: Chan (Rev. Terry) Johnson, Yolander (Lonnie) Frazier, Gretchen F. Fisher and Tara A. Frazier; step-son, Donald Frazier; sister Josie (Hershel) Adams; brother, Theodore J. Crockett, Sr.; grandchildren: Kendrick, Kentrice and Lakeisha Johnson, Shatara, Brandon and Clarence Frazier, Jamar Fisher, Tyren Frazier and Taylor Brown; great-grandchildren: Ariyan and Louis Frazier, Briyante Nicholson; cousin, Viola Battle; and a host of other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by: father, Jackson Crockett; and sister, Johnnie R. Crockett. Funeral Service on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Heavenly Star Missionary Baptist Church, 1020 Cohen St., Marrero, LA. Visitation on Saturday 10:00 a.m. at the Church. Rev. Mack Stokes, Jr., officiating. Final resting place, Providence Memorial Park. Relatives and friends; pastors, officers and members of Heavenly Star, Second Good Shepherd, Mt. Moriah (Rev. Harvey), Shiloh (Westwego), Millers Chapel MBC of Macon, MS, and Siloah Lutheran of Milwaukee, WI; employees of Ben Frazier Paint and Guttering Inc., Hilton N.O. Riverside, Capital One, Covenant Nursing Home, Alamo Cleaners and Columbus AFB, MS are invited to attend services. Professional services entrusted to GASKIN- SOUTHALL-GORDON & GORDON MORTUARY 1225 N. Rampart St., N.O., LA Information: (504) 566-9000 Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000330 Frickey, - Abraham 'A.J.' Jimmie Frickey on Monday, November 20, 2006 at Jefferson, Louisiana. Beloved husband of the late Beverly Eusae Frickey. Son of the late Jimmie Frickey and Lovinia Ochman Frickey. Father of Keith Frickey, Dana Frickey, Dale Frickey, Trina Frickey, Lori Latiolais, Judy Sumrall and Monica Madere. Brother of Nolan Frickey, Sr. and Geraldine Dennis. Also survived by 18 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Age 73 years. A native of Luling, LA and a resident of Bayou Gauche, LA where he lived in his house boat. He was a decorated Korean War vetean having received the United National Medal, National Defense Medal, Good Conduct Medal and the Korean Presidental Unit Citation. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at the St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Paradis, LA. Interment in the St. Charles Mausoleum, Luling, LA. Visitation at the Church on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at 8:30 a.m. until funeral. FALGOUT FUNERAL HOMES, LLC in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11- 21-2006 **************************************** 000331 Frilot - Hilda Frilot, on Monday, October 30, 2006, at Hiland Hospital in Picayune, MS. Beloved wife of George H. Frilot II. Mother of Steven T. Petty and wife, Michelle, Susan Petty, step-mother of George H. Frilot III and wife Holly and Bradley P. Frilot and wife, Kelly. Daughter of the late Herbert Morgan and Frances Lasselle Morgan. Sister of Gary Morgan, Greg Morgan, Glenn Mazurkiewicz, Frances Kelly, and Betty Storm. Also survived by 2 grandchildren: Christopher S. Petty and George H. Frilot IV. Age:58 years. A native of New Orleans, LA. Relatives, Diaconate Community of the Archdiose of New Orleans, employees of Spawar Systems Center, U.S. Customs Service, and U.S. Customs Service Federal Employees Credit Union, and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, November 2, 2006, at 1:00pm at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, 1050 Robert Blvd in Slidell, LA. Friends may visit at the church on Thursday beginning at 11:00am. Interment will be in Forest Lawn Cemetery in Slidell, LA. Arrangements by HONAKER FUNERAL HOME, INC., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000332 Frost - Cynthia Pillsbury Frost October 2, 1946 - November 26, 2006 Cynthia Pillsbury Frost, 60, mother, grandmother, educator, and genealogist, died on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2006, at her home in Covington, Louisiana. She was the wife of the late John J. Frost of Covington and daughter of the late Nahum Roy Pillsbury, Jr., and the late Neely McCubbins Pillsbury, both of Charlotte, North Carolina. She was also pre-deceased by her granddaughter, Emma Elise Glaze. Mrs. Frost leaves three children: Leslie Glaze of Madison, Mississippi; Brent F. Jones of San Francisco, California, and Blair Jones of Alexandria, Virginia, as well as son-in- law Bradley Glaze and daughter-in-law Zoe Jones. She also leaves her grandchildren Avery, Emily, and Hollin Glaze, all of Madison. She is also survived by her two sisters Pamela P. Oliver and her family of Boston, Virginia, and Susan P. Wood and her family of Menlo Park, California. She also leaves five stepchildren and numerous step-grandchildren. Mrs. Frost lived in Covington for 26 years and taught mathematics and science in the public school system from 1980 to 2006. She retired May 2006 from Pine View Middle School. In retirement, she passionately continued her extensive genealogical research detailing her family ancestry, the majority of which revolved around her direct lineage to the English Puritans who settled in Massachusetts during the 1620's. She traveled often to conduct library research and in-person interviews with extended relatives and genealogical specialists in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Vermont, Maine, North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Virginia. She was an active member of Christ Episcopal Church of Covington, joining in 1981. Mrs. Frost was born in 1946 in Quincy, Massachusetts, and then raised in Portland, Maine, and Charlotte, North Carolina. In 1968, she completed an undergraduate degree in Education at High Point College in High Point, North Carolina. In 1991, she earned a master's degree in Counseling from Southeastern Louisiana University. Relatives, friends, former colleagues and students are invited to join the family for a visitation on Wednesday, Nov. 29 from 6-8:00 p.m. at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 West 21st Avenue, Covington. Funeral Services will be held Thursday, Nov. 30, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at Christ Episcopal Church, 120 S. New Hampshire Street, Covington. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be sent to The Miami Children's Hospital Foundation, c/o Emma Glaze/Cindy Frost, 3000 SW 62 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33155. Sign guestbook online www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000333 Fuqua - Keeno D. Fuqua Sr., of Waggaman, LA, died on Friday, November 3, 2006 of a motorcycle accident. Husband of Teresa Schlette Fuqua. Father of Keeno D. Fuqua, Jr. and Jessica L. Fuqua. Brother of Christina Helm and Melissa Todd. Son of the late Jo Ann Tyler and Douglas D. Fuqua. Visitation on Sunday, November 5, 2006 from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Hixson Brothers Funeral Home, 445 W. Bontemps St., Marksville, LA 71351. Funeral Massl on Monday at 11:00am at the St. Joseph Catholic Church, 141 S. Washington, Marksville, LA. Information: (318) 253-5970. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000334 Gaignard - Ethel Louise Banner (Mrs. Jules H.) Gaignard died peacefully in her sleep in Houston, Texas on November 12, 2006. Mrs. Gaignard was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on February 17, 1910 to Elmyra and Gottlieb Banner. After graduating from Loyola University, she taught in New Orleans for several years and also taught in public and private schools in Shreveport. She was a life-long Lutheran and belonged to First Lutheran Church. She was predeceased by her husband Jules Hubert Gaignard, son David Jules Gaignard, and grandson Stephen John Gaignard, Jr. Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law Jackie and Stephen Gaignard, her daughter and son-in-law Judy and Terence Vinson, and grandchildren Karen Gaignard, Stephen Vinson, and Jon David Vinson. She is also survived by her nieces Barbara Walton and Joan Escousse and Mr. Gaignard's nieces and nephew Jane Vizcarrondo, Virginia Riedl, Faye Waguespack, and Clyde Pine. Graveside services will be held at Centuries Memorial on Mansfield Road, Shreveport, La. at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 16, 2006 preceded by visitation at 1:00 p.m. at Centuries Funeral Home. Times Picayune 11-14-2006 **************************************** 000335 Gallagher - Joseph P. Gallagher Jr., passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at age 86. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Fran. He was the loving father of Claire and her husband Dean Klein; Joseph 'Duke' and his wife Ruthanne Gallagher; Mike and his wife Dianne Gallagher; Ann and her husband Jeff Faucheux. He is also survived by his 10 grandchildren: Kristen, Katie and her husband Arnaud, Ryan, Phil, Anne, Kyle, Tricia, Patrick, Seth, and Stephen. Mr. Gallagher was a native of Mauch Chunck, PA and a dedicated resident of Louisiana. He was an honorably discharged WWII veteran. He served as a Corporal in the US Army Air Corps 617th Air Service Squadron 63rd Air Depot Group. He retired from Getty Oil as a plant superintendent after 35 years of service. He was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation at 10:00 AM and the funeral mass at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, 8968 Hwy. 23 Belle Chasse Hwy., at 12:00 PM on Friday, November 24, 2006. Interment will be at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Cemetery. Mothe Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements. Information: 504-366-4343. Times Picayune 11-23-2006 **************************************** 000336 Galle - Julia Ann Williams Galle passed away on Friday, November 24, 2006. Beloved wife of William Galle, Jr. Devoted mother of Julie Galle Baggenstoss and William Preston Galle, III. Grandmother of John Preston Baggenstoss. Daughter of Julia Floyd and Ernest Williams. Mrs. Galle was a teacher at Slidell High School, Salmen High school and Northshore High School for 20 years. She was a native of New Orleans and a resident of Slidell for 21 years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral services at SCHOEN FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL of COVINGTON, 1414 S. Tyler St., Covington, LA on Monday, November 27, 2006 at 11:00 AM with visitation beginning at 9:00 AM. Interment at Garden of Memories will be at 1:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to the St. Tammany Humane Society, 20384 Harrison Ave., Covington, LA 70433. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000337 Ganus - Robert Wade Ganus, age 52, of Morrilton, AR, passed away Monday, October 30, 2006. Survivors include his wife, Charlotte Biggs Ganus of Morrilton. After a long and difficult illness, his wife and children want him to be remembered as 'Our Brave Soldier.' Services will be 10:00 a.m., Saturday, November 4, 2006 at Downtown Church of Christ in Morrilton, Arkansas. Burial at Elwood Cemetery at a later date. The family will receive friends 7:00-8:30 p.m. Friday, November 3, at the Funeral Home. Arrangements by HARRIS FUNERAL HOME of Morrilton, AR. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000338 Garcia - Victoria P. Garcia, of Pearl River, LA on Sunday, November 5, 2006, at her residence. Beloved wife of George Garcia. Mother of the late George 'J.R.' Garcia. Daughter of Hazel Padgett and the late J.L. Padgett. Sister of John Kirby Padgett, Michael Kevin Padgett and Stephanie Long. Aunt of Tiffany and Morgan Lawson. Also survived by nieces, nephews, brothers and sisters-in-law. Age: 56 years. A native of Biloxi MS. Relatives, employees of Textron Marine and Land Systems, and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Services at HONAKER FUNERAL HOME, 1751 GAUSE Blvd. WEST (IN FOREST LAWN CEMETERY), Slidell, LA on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at 12:00 noon. Interment in FOREST LAWN CEMETERY. Visitation on Thursday from 9:00 P.M. to 12:00 noon. Arrangements by HONAKER FUNERAL HOME, INC., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 11-8-2006 **************************************** 000339 Gaspard - On Monday, November 20, 2006 Gregory Gaspard age 45, of New Orleans, La. passed away. He was a member of the New Orleans Criminal Sheriffs Department. Preceded him in death was his father Morris Joseph Gaspard, brother Joseph Wayne Gaspard and aunt Elizabeth D. Jardouin. He is survived by his daughter, Gabrielle Gaspard, Long time companion Joyce Boutte, his mother Zoe Durousseau Gaspard, 2 brothers Kenneth Gaspard and Morris John Gaspard, a sister- in-law Cheiron Barnes Gaspard and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also employees of Orleans Criminal Sheriffs Department are all invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at 10:00am at St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church 6828 Chef Menteur Hwy. Visitation will be at 9:00 am. Rev. Alfred Ayem, Celebrant. Interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Majestic Mortuary in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000340 Gaspard - Timothy John Gaspard departed from this life at the younger tender age of 44. Leaving behind his best friend and wife, Heidi; daughter, Brandi Nicole; son, Timothy Sebastian and daughter, Katelyn Allison. We will miss you dearly. We love you very much and we will be together again someday. May you rest in peace. Son of Arjie Gaspard and the late Joyce LaBorde Gaspard. Brother of Richard and Arthur Gaspard, Darlene Naquin, Sharon Morse, Patricia Guarisco, Priscilla Elliott, Amy Gaspard and the late Steve Gaspard and Marc Gaspard. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Relatives and friends of the family, also friends of Gaspard's Propane are invited to attend the Religious Services in the chapel of Mothe Funeral Home, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA on Tuesday, November 7, 2006 at 1:00 PM. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation at the funeral home on Tuesday from 10:00 AM until 1:00 PM. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000341 Gates - Christopher 'Bucky James' Kevin Gates died on Tuesday, October 31st, 2006 at the age of 41. He left behind his parents: Orinell Tucker Gates and Jenkins Gates; and two brothers, Dereck and Brent of Jackson, Alabama. Bucky was a bartender and long time resident of the French Quarter, Bywater and Marigny. Above everything else, Bucky loved music and had an encyclopedic knowledge of Americana, bluegrass, country, folk, punk and rock and roll. Bucky was fiercely committed to living life intensely in New Orleans but his destructive streak was deepened by Katrina and the sorrow of New Orleans. He was hilarious, political, wrote poetry and music, loved to dance and ride his custom made bike, and will be missed deeply by his friends who loved him very much. There will be a Celebration of Bucky James' Life on Tuesday, November 7, 2006. A Second Line will begin at 4:00 p.m. at the Spotted Cat, 623 Frenchmen, and proceed to the memorial at the Hi-Ho Lounge located at 2239 St. Claude. All friends and acquaintances welcome. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000342 Gaubert - Flora Mae Benoit Gaubert, age 78, born January 13, 1928, passed away on Monday, November 20, 2006. A native and resident of Thibodaux, LA. Survived by: husband, Eugene Gaubert; sisters-in-law: Nina T. Benoit and Virginia T. Benoit; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by: parents, Alcee and Eve Thibodeaux Benoit; son, Leo Paul Gaubert; brothers: A.J. Benoit, Alden Benoit and Roland Benoit; and sisters: Inez Boudreaux and Doris Landeche. Visitation 8:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, Thibodaux, LA. Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday at the Church. Interment St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church Cemetery, Thibodaux, LA. THIBODAUX FUNERAL HOME, INC., Thibodaux, LA in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-22-2006 **************************************** 000343 Gaubert - Leo Paul Gaubert, age 55, born August 4, 1951, died on Wednesday, November 15, 2006. A native and resident of Thibodaux, LA. Survived by parents, Eugene Gaubert and Flora Mae Benoit Gaubert; and numerous cousins and aunts. Preceded in death by grandparents, Frank and Ursual Ledet, Alcee and Eve Thibodeaux Benoit. Visitation 8:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Friday, November 17, 2006 at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, Thibodaux, LA. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church at 11:00 a.m. on Friday. Interment St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church Cemetery, Thibodaux, LA. THIBODAUX FUNERAL HOME, INC., Thibodaux, LA in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000344 Gaudet - Lt. Col. Kathleen Ann Gaudet on Friday, October 27, 2006. Age 64 years. Daughter of Anna Hand Gaudet and Felix J. Gaudet. Sister of James J. Gaudet. Sister-in-law of Karen Riedl Gaudet. Aunt of Michelle G. Story and Cherie G. Plunkett. Great-aunt of Colin, Shelby and Brooke Story and Nicole and Megan Plunkett. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at GREENWOOD FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5200 Canal Blvd. (in Greenwood Cemetery) on Monday, November 6, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. on Monday. The family guest book may be signed online at www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000345 Gaudet - Marionette Mae Thomas Gaudet passed away peacefully at River Region Hospice on Tuesday, November 7, 2006. She was 74 years old and a resident of Metairie, LA. Beloved wife of the late Guy Joseph Gaudet, Sr. Daughter of the late Philip Robert Thomas and Lena Rosalie Perez Thomas. Step-daughter of the late Alta Legrande Thomas. Sister of Elaine Marie Thomas Rayes and Henry Philip Thomas. Step-sister of the late Alvin Schmidt. Mother of Elizabeth Gaudet, Geri Pusateri, Barbara Dickens, Gail Biondolillo, Timothy Gaudet, Sr. and Guy Gaudet, Jr. Mother- in-law of Steve Pusateri, Frank Dickens, Vincent Biondolillo and Bonnie Gaudet. Grandmother of Norman and Sherrie Poche, Preston Pusateri, Jeffrey Galmiche, John, Jr., Kevin, Sr., and Christopher Leger, Michelle Conis, Vincent McCraw, Sr. and Timmy, Jr., Philip and Jenna Gaudet. Grandmother-in-law of Hubie Conis, III, Heidi Leger, Darlene McCraw, Jennifer Gaudet, Antoinette Thiebaud and Heather Dominick. Step-grandmother of Bryon, Kristi, David, Shannon and Alex Biondolillo. Great- Grandmother of Cameron, Ashley, Brandy and Preston Poche, Claude Koenig, Reagan Galmiche, Chloe, Kevin, Jr., and Ethan Leger, Hayden and Jade Conis, Lilly and Vincent McCraw, Jr., and soon to arrive, Dallas James Leger. Step-great- grandmother of Norman, Josie, Dominick, Maliea, David, Jr., Abby and Emma Biondolillo. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral services at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 1PM. Visitation at the funeral home on Friday, November 10, 2006 from 6PM until 11PM and on Saturday morning from 10AM until Funeral time. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000346 Gauthier - Hazel Mary Gauthier on Friday, October 10, 2006. Age 89 years. Beloved wife of the late Dallas P. Gauthier. Mother of Ellen Gauthier and Brenda Gauthier. Also survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed making quilts and shopping. Family and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home 4747 Veterans Blvd. Metairie, LA on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at 11:00 am. Visitation will be on Monday, November 13, 2006 from 6:00 pm until 10:00 pm. and on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 from 9:00 am until 11:00 am. Interment will be in Restlawn Cemetery. Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000347 Geeck - Joseph Samuel 'Joe' Geeck III, died peacefully in the presence of his family at his residence on Thursday, November 16, 2006. He was 59. Mr. Geeck was born in New Orleans, LA and lived in Harahan, LA for the past 30 years. He was educated at Prytania Private School and Delgado College. He was proprietor of Geeck's Lawnmower Repair for 36 years and was inducted into the Smithsonian Institution for his successful inventions. Beloved husband of Mae Gardner Geeck; father of Carmita 'Carmen' Geeck Peralla and Victoria Marie Geeck; son of Rose Marie Bayolo Geeck and Joseph S. 'Joe' Geeck, Jr.; and grandfather of Anthony Joseph Peralla III. Relatives and friends of the family, also members of Hiram Lodge No. 70 F&AM are invited to attend the funeral. Services from the Kenner Funeral Home of L. A. Muhleisen and Son, 2607 Williams Blvd. on Monday, November 20, 2006 at 10:00 a.m., followed by a Funeral Mass at St. Rita Catholic Church, 7100 Jefferson Hwy., Harahan, LA. Interment in Metairie Cemetery. Visitation at the funeral home on Sunday from 6:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. and after 8:00 a.m. on Monday. Times Picayune 11-18-2006 **************************************** 000348 Gelis - Joyce Spiess Gelis, of Slidell, LA passed away on Wednesday, November 15, 2006, at Slidell Memorial Hospital from complications of a stroke. Wife of the late: Avion Paul L. Gelis, (married 49 years). Mother of 6 Sons: Joseph P. Gelis, Mandeville, LA, David W. Gelis, Johnson City, TN, John C. Gelis, Slidell, LA, Rev. Mark A. Gelis, of Miles Jesu, Rome, Italy, Matthew P. Gelis, Front Royal, VA, One Daughter: Mary Joyce Gelis, Alexandria, VA and the late: Timothy B. Gelis. Daughter of the late: Frank M. and Patrina B. Spiess. Sister of: Milton Spiess, Kenner, LA. Also survived by 5 grandchildren: David W. Gelis, Jr., Christian I. Gelis, Alysia C. Gelis, Cameron L. Gelis, and Camille M. Gelis. Age: 73 years. A native of New Orleans and resident of Slidell since 1955. A longtime parishioner of Our Lady of Lourdes Church and member of the Altar Society. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Services with Mass at ST. LUKE the EVANGELIST CATHOLIC CHURCH,910 Cross Gates Blvd. Slidell, LA on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 11:00 A.M.Rev. Mark Gelis, M.J., celebrant.Interment in FOREST LAWN CEMETERY.All Visitation at the church on Saturday after 9:00 A.M. until funeral time.Masses preferred, in lieu of flowers. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000349 Gibbins - Myrtle Gladys Swayne Gibbins, on Sunday, October 29, 2006. Age 85 years. Beloved wife of the late Charles Frederick Gibbins. Daughter of the late Myrtle Marie Dauernheim Swayne and Robert John Swayne, Sr. Sister of the late Robert John Swayne, Jr. Dear mother of Mary Gretchen G. McInnis, Robyn Swayne G. Cooperman and Patrice Beth G. Willard. Mother-in-law of Edward D. McInnis, Dr. Elliot W. Cooperman, and Geoffrey H. Willard. Grandmother of Christopher T. Vance, Danielle V. Navarrete, Sarah E. Willard, Charles E. McInnis, Geoffrey D. Willard, Rachel O. Cooperman, Hannah D. Cooperman, and Rebecca A. Cooperman. Great- grandmother of Eden R. Navarrete and Summer G. Navarrete. Aunt of Robert J. Swayne, III, and Barbara L. Swayne. Mrs. Gibbins was a life-long resident of New Orleans, Louisiana. She attended McDonogh #7 Elementary School, Sophie B. Wright High School, received a Bachelor's Degree in Music from Newcomb College and a Master's Degree in Music from Northwestern University in Evanston, IL. Mrs. Gibbins was the organist of Salem United Church of Christ for over thirty years, and was awarded the title of Organist Emeritus. She was a devoted church and choir member and was also the director of Salem's Youth Choir. She was a retired music teacher (instrumental: band and strings and choral director) of the New Orleans Public Schools, and a private piano teacher for many years. Relatives, friends, and members of Salem United Church of Christ, John Dibert School and the New Orleans Public Schools are invited to attend the Funeral Services at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery), on Friday, November 3, 2006 at 12:00 p.m. Interment will follow in Metairie Cemetery.Visitation will be Thursday evening from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. and again on Friday morning beginning at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Salem United Church of Christ. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000350 Giesemann - Marie Louise Giesemann died on Tuesday, November 7, 2006 at Sherwood Manor Nursing Home in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She was 93 years old and a lifelong resident of New Orleans until Katrina. She retired from GMAC in 1973 after 38 years of service and was a member of The Catholic Daughters of Americas, Court Mater Dei No. 868. She is survived by two sisters, Annette Claire Mura and Lillian Mae Knecht, two brothers, Joseph Vincent Giesemann, Jr. and Frederick Albert Giesemann, and wife, Ruby 'Pep' Hall, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Vincent Giesemann, Sr., and Catherine Reiter Giesemann, and sisters Mary Ellen Shell and Catherine Nielsen. Visitation at St. Dominic Catholic Church on Friday, November 10, 2006 at 1:00 p.m., until a funeral Mass at 1:30 p.m. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Times Picayune 11-10- 2006 **************************************** 000351 Gilly - Diane Faustermann Gilly passed away on Thursday, November 2, 2006. Age 60 years. Beloved mother of Robert E. Gilly, Jr., Todd S. Gilly and Michelle G. Huber. Devoted grandmother of Stephanie M. Huber, Emily A. Huber and Brenden T. Gilly. Loving sister of Karen B. Guerra. Nana of Christopher W. Guerra and Brandon C. Guerra. Ms. Gilly was preceded in death by her parents, Naomi Oser Bellevue and Michael J. Faustermann, Jr.; and her brother, Michael J. Faustermann, III. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral service at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Tuesday, November 7, 2006 at 12:00 PM. Interment will follow in Cypress Grove Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Monday, November 6, 2006 from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM and on Tuesday, November 7, 2006 from 10:00 AM until time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Diabetes Association, 3340 Severn Avenue Suite 360, Metairie, LA 70002. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-5- 2006 **************************************** 000352 Gilmore - George Gilmore, age 64, a longshoreman, departed this life on Friday, November 17, 2006 at Touro Infirmary in New Orleans, LA. Family and friends; also Reverend Carl Williams and members of Second Mount Everest Baptist Church and the Longshorman Association, Local 3000 are invited to attend a Homegoing Celebration commemorating his life on Wednsday, November 22, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at New Hope Baptist Church, located at 1908 LaSalle Street. Reverend Joh C. Raphael, Jr. will be officiating. Viewing and visitation will be held from 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. ONLY. Interment and Rite Service at Lake Lawn Cemetery with ascending doves symbolizing the commending of the departing soul. Funeral Services HERITAGE FUNERAL DIRECTORS 'A Spirit of Excellence' 4101 St. Claude Avenue, N.O., LA Information: (504) 944-5500 Times Picayune 11-21-2006 **************************************** 000353 Gilmore - Master Trent Gilmore entered into eternal rest on Wednesday November 15, 2006 at 9:13p.m.at Children's Hospital. Devoted son of Tamill Gilmore and the late Troy Lovely. Grandson of Olivia (Dempsey) Lewis and Joseph Boudoin. Great-grandson of the late Jack D. and Ida Mae Gilomore. Brother of Curnika Gilmore. Nephew of Roxanne Carter, Nathalie, Leslie, Leterasha, Cornelius, Vincent, and Michael Gilmore, and Kenneth Lewis and the late Lorraine Gilmore. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, cousins other relatives and friends. Age 14 years. A native and resident of Marrero, La. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers, and members of Vineyards Ministries, Without Walls Ministries and neighboring churches are invited to attend the uneral service. Services will be held at Vineyard Ministries, 1524 4th St., Westwego, La. on Monday, November 20, 2006 at 10:00a.m.Elder David Hollins, Pastor and Elder Elton Walker, Sr., officiating. Visitation from 8:30a.m. until service time at the above named church. Interment: Woodlawn Cemetery, Westwego, La. Arrangements by DAVIS MORTUARY SERVICE 230 Monroe St., Gretna, LA Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000354 Gilmore - Robbie Eddis Gilmore, died on Saturday, October 28, 2006. Beloved husband of Beverly Roussell Gilmore. Son of the late James and Dorothy Gilmore. Step-son of Lavinia Gilmore. Son-in-law of Irma B. Roussell and the late August J. Rousell, Sr. Father of Brent S. Gilmore of Mitchellville, MD and Chad A. Gilmore of Laurel, MD. Brother of Adrian Wilson, Arvia Gilmore and Denise Scott, James and Nolan Gilmore all of Jacksonville, FL. Father-in-law of Elisa Gilmore and Sherry Gilmore. Brother-in-law of Sidney, August, Janice and Merri Roussell all of New Orleans, LA, Jean Gilmore, Clarence Wilson and Larry Scott all of Jacksonville, FL and the late Cynthia Gilmore. Nephew of Ernest Gilmore of Fort Walton Beach, FL. Grandfather of Monet, Matisse and Zaire Gilmore. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also employees of Bell South and Avondale Shipyards, members of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Mt. Hermon Baptist Church, 2153 N. Broad St. on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 10:00 am. Visitation will be from 9:00 am until 10:00 am. Interment: Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Arrangements by DW Rhodes Funeral Home, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna, LA Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000355 Giorlando - Frank Anthony Giorlando Jr., on Monday, November 6, 2006. Age 68 years old. Beloved husband of the late Joann Mary Ciuffi Giorlando. Father of Cynthia Nauck, Ann Marie Genovese, Frank Giorlando III and Joseph Giorlando. Father-in-law to Robert Nauck, Michael Genovese and Ronda Giorlando. Grandfather to Robert, Ryan, Ross, Emily and Ryley Nauck; Christopher Capps; Michael and Joshua Genovese; Philip, Katherine, Amelia, Andrew, Steven and Teresa Giorlando and the late Heather Marie Nauck. Brother to Angelo and Carlo Giorlando, Mary Byrd, Antoinette Ricca and the late Margaret Giorlando, Virginia Giorlando and Josephine Ricca. He is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. Devoted servant to our Blessed Lady and her son Jesus our Lord, Frank was a devoted husband, a loving father and grandfather, respected CYO coach and businessman for many years. He will be missed by all. Relatives and friends are invited to attend an evening visitation to be held at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., NOLA on Sunday, November 12th from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Dominic Church, 775 Harrison Ave., NOLA on Monday morning, November 13th beginning at 10:00AM. Burial will follow in Metairie Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, pray for world peace. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-11-2006 **************************************** 000356 Giorlando - Carlo Joseph Giorlando, Sr., at his residence in Metairie, LA, on Sunday, November 26, 2006 at 2:48 a.m. Beloved husband of Jean Lore Giorlando. Father of Margarite Giorlando Decha, Carlo Jr., Paul, John, Michael, Peter and Louis Giorlando. Brother of Angelo Giorlando, Antoinette Giorlando Ricca, Mary Giorlando Byrd, the late Margaret Giorlando, Josie Giorlando Ricca, Virginia Giorlando and Frank Giorlando, Jr. Son of the late Frances Fiorello and Frank Giorlando, Sr. Also survived by 8 grandchildren. Age 73 years. A native of New Orleans, LA and resident of Metairie, LA for 40 years. Retired owner of Giorlando's Restaurant. Former owner of Metairie Art and Craft and TV Service. Mr. Giorlando was a Navy veteran of the Korean Conflict. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at St. Angela Merici Catholic Church, 835 Melody Dr., Metairie, LA on Saturday, December 2, 2006 at 1:00 p.m., followed by interment in Metairie Cemetery. There will be visitation at St. Angela Merici Church from 11:00 a.m. until fuenral time. Sign on-line Guest Book at www.legacy.com. Funeral information: 831-9901. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000357 Giraud - Edith Graham Giraud departed this life to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at the age of 87. Mrs. Giraud was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, John Louis Giraud. Survivors include two children, John Thomas Giraud (Tommy) and his wife Judy and Carolyn Giraud Jackson and her husband Bill; a brother, Henry Graham; four grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Mrs. Giraud was a Principal of the New Orleans School System for over 60 years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the memorial service at Covington Presbyterian Church, 222 S. Jefferson, Covington, LA on Monday, November 27, 2006 at 11:00 AM with a gathering immediately following the service at church. SCHOEN FUNERAL HOME of COVINGTON is in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000358 Gizynski - Arthur Alfred Gizynski, of Slidell, LA on Thursday, November 16, 2006, at North Shore Regional Medical Center. Father: Michael Gizynski and Lori G. Rancatore. Son of the late Felix and Stella Orlowski Gizynski. Brother of Eleanor Keaunau and Delores Klinger. Also survived by 2 grandchildren: Tony Rancatore, Jr. and wife Joy and Dominick Rancatore. Age: 75 years. A native of Detroit, MI and a resident of Slidell, LA for the past 7 years. He was a World War II veteran serving in the U.S. Air Force. Mr. Gizynski was a retired Service Engineer with Siemens Technology after 26 years of service, and also a member of the Civil Air Patrol. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the graveside Services at FOREST LAWN CEMETERY,1751 Gause Blvd. W. Slidell, LA on Monday, November 20, 2006 at 12:00 NOON. Interment in FOREST LAWN CEMETERY. Visitation at HONAKER FUNERAL HOME on Monday after 10:00 A.M. until 12 noon.Donations to: Hospice of Louisiana/Mississippi Preferred, in lieu of flowers. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000359 Glasper - Joe Glasper III(Lil Joe and Fat), age 45, a retired construction worker and musician, passed away on Wednesday, October 25, 2006 in Houston, TX. Joe wass preceded in death by his father, Joe Glasper, Jr., grandparents: Antonia Bierria and Ethel Johnson, 2 uncles: Jerry Johns and Irving Bierria, Jr.; and 1 aunt, Margaret Thornton. He leaves to cherish his many precious memories: his devoted wife, Karen Glasper; his mother, Rose Bierria Glasper; his daughter, Monsharda Wells; sons Brian 'Radio' Glasper, Burnell, Brodrick, Rodrick, Brandon Edwards and Linden Andrews; brothers: Cornell and Joe Dillon Glasper, sister, Donna Bailey: grandchildren: Terriell, Brodrell, Charrionda, Kirsten, Brodyana and Brodrick Edwards; godparents, Rudolph Whitehead and Joyce Daniels; godchildren: Terrineka Harden, Shantrell and Sharell Lamar, Tyronisha Andrews, Michael Ross and Marlen Lawson, Jr.; 12 uncles; 18 aunts; 3 great aunts; mother-in-law, Gloria Wells; fathers-in-law, Joseph Tadlock, Antoine Barriere Jr., brothers- in-law, Matthew Brock III, Antoine Barriere III and Eleath Tate and a host of relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, graduates of the 1979 Class of McDonald 35; members of Southern University Marching Band, Sidewalk Steppers, First Lady, Original Jolly Bunch and all Social and Pleasure Clubs, Rebirth, Lil Rascals, Treme, Preservation Hall, New Birth Brass Bands, patrons of Joe's Cozy Corner Bar, Uptown and Downtown Neighborhood Bars, Community Barber Shop; The Hume Child Care Center, High Dimension Church, Hair by Roz, GQ Barber Shop, Milton's Barber Shop, Lapitte Academy and Westside Senior High School, Day Zimmerman Security, Bee's Car Wash and Fairfields Complex, all of Houston, TX are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, November 4, 2006, 11:00 a.m., at St. Augustine Catholic Church, 1210 Gov. Nicholls St., New Orleans, LA 70116 . Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the hour of service. A Traditional Jazz Funeral will follow with Interment at Holt Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday, November 3, 2006 at St. Augustine Catholic Church from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Services Entrusted to: PROFESSIONAL FUNERAL SERVICES, INC. 'Divine Service for a Divine People' 1620 Elysian Fields Avenue New Orleans, LA. 70117 (504) 948-7447 Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000360 Glover - Cornelius Glover, age 51, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Monday, October 23, 2006. Beloved father of Nia Jackson, Cornelius Johnson, Nikisha L., Deion C. (Emily) and Teran J. (Melanie) Glover. Son of Henry L. and the late Mae F. Glover. Brother of Bernice G. Harrell, Henry E. (Edith), Terrence A. (Renada) and James E. Glover, Dianne G. (Louis) Pedescleaux, Shirley G. McClain and Jacqueline G. Clausell and the late Donald Glover. He leaves to cherish his memories numerous grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also members of Greater St. Stephens F.G.B.C., Northshore Regional and Regency Hospitals, Trinity of Slidell, Ferncrest Manor Nursing Home, Davita Dialysis Unit and Psychiatric Pavillion of New Orleans are invited to attend Funeral Services at Greater St. Stephens F.G.B.C., 2308 S. Liberty St., Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. Visitation 9:00 a.m. Interment Resthaven Memorial Park. Arrangements by D.W. RHODES FUNERAL HOME, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna, LA. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000361 Goforth - Linda Dianne Mocklin Goforth, age 57, died on Tuesday, October 31, 2006 at her residence in Ponchatoula, LA. Mrs. Goforth was born February 6, 1949; was a native of New Orleans, LA; graduated from SLU with a B.S. degree in Nursing; and was currently employed with Ultra Home Health. Survivors include: her husband, Lawrence Goforth, Ponchatoula, LA; sister, Susan Trosclair, Metairie, LA; brother, Louis Mocklin, Albuquerque, NM; daughter and son-in-law: Nicole and Chris Slaven, Jackson, MS, and grandchildren: Brielle and Landon; son and daughter-in- law: Lonnie and Cory Bourgeois, Hammond, LA, and grandchildren: Hope, Hunter and Alanna; step-son, Chris and his wife, Meredith Goforth, Birmingham, AL, and grandchildren: Jessica, Emily and Christopher; and step-daughter, Amiee Goforth, Baton Rouge, LA. She was preceded in death by her mother, Elizabeth Anna Mocklin and father, Louis Francis Mocklin. Visitation at Geisler Funeral Home, Ponchatoula, LA on Friday, November 3, 2006 from 4:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Services at 8:00 p.m. at the Funeral Home Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society. GEISLER FUNERAL HOME, Ponchatoula, LA in charge of arrangements. www.geislerfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000362 Gomez - Russell N. Gomez passed away on Thursday, October 26, 2006 in West Des Moines, IA at the age of 89 years. Beloved husband of the late Elizabeth Richard Gomez. Father of Don Russell Gomez and Gay M. Gomez. Father-in-law of Sandra H. Gomez. Son of the late Alma Strehle Gomez and Samuel S. Gomez. Brother of the late Ruth Gomez Molaison and Lloyd E. Gomez. Grandfather of Troy Anthony and Todd Russell Gomez. Grandfather-in-law of Lisa and Dawn Gomez. Great- grandfather of Robert Joseph Gomez and Rebecca Grace Gomez. He was a lifelong resident of Gretna, LA and Past President and Life Member of David Crockett Volunteer Fire Department, Past President of Westbank Lions Club, Co-founder of Jefferson Parish Doll and Toy Fund, a member of Archbishop Blenk Knights of Columbus Council No. 1905 and the Terrytown Golden Age Club. Relatives and friends are invited to attend visitation at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expy., Harvey, LA on Friday, November 3, 2006 from 6:00 PM until 9:30 PM and Saturday from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM. A Funeral Mass will follow at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Gretna, LA for 9:30 AM. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park. Donations in his memory may be made to St. Joseph Church, 610 6th Street, Gretna, LA 70053 or Nature Conservency of Louisiana, Attn: Grand Isle Sanctuary, 201 St. Charles Street, Baton Rouge, LA 70822. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000363 Gomez - Eva Maria Gomez at Marrero Healthcare Center on Sunday, November 12, 2006. Mother of Yolanda Gutierrez and Samuel Jose Gomez, Sr. Grandmother of Erlinda, Guadalupe, Douglas, Eva, Lorena and Samuel Jose Gomez, Jr. Great- grandmother of 12. Age 79 years. A native of Managua, Nicaragua and a resident of New Orleans since 1965. She was a retired seamstress with American Manufacturere. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from the Metairie Home of LAMANA-PANNO-FALLO, 1717 Veterans Memorial Boulevard at the corner of Bonnabel Boulevard on Wednesday, November 15, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. followed by interment in Lakelawn Mausoleum. Visitation on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 after 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. and also on Wednesday, November 15, 2006 after 8:00 a.m. until funeral time. Please sign the on-line Guest Book at www.legacy.com. Information: 831-9901. Times Picayune 11-13-2006 **************************************** 000364 Gomez - Paul J. Gomez, Sr. died on Monday, November 13, 2006 at River Region Hospice House after a long illness with cancer. He resided in Jefferson Parish since Hurricane Katrina and Orleans Parish for over 40 years. Age 84 years. Beloved and devoted husband of Elaine Lacour Gomez of 60 years. Father of Lynn G. Maher and James G. Gomez and the late Paul J. Gomez, Jr. Grandfather of William C. Maher IV, Stephen P. Maher and Danyele K. Gomez. Father-in-law of Jo Ann H. Gomez and Analyn R. Gomez. Mr. Gomez was a Veteran of W.W. II, Sgt. in the 8th Air Force, Ground Controller. Relatives and friends, also members of A.A.R.P. Chapter 725 are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at GREENWOOD FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5200 Canal Blvd. (formally All Faiths) 486-0880 on Thursday, November 16, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will be from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 15, 2006 and after 9:00 a.m. Thursday. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 2200 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Suite 214, Kenner, LA 70062. Friends may sign the family guest book on line at www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net Times Picayune 11-15-2006 **************************************** 000365 Gonsoulin - Wilbur 'Buck' Joseph Gonsoulin, on Tuesday, November 14, 2006, at his residence. Beloved companion of Marie Gonzales. Brother Earline Moore of Baton Rouge, La., the late Georgiana Gonsoulin and brother of Richard Wust of Chalmette, La. Brother-in-law of Paula Morgan Wust. Also survived by 3 neices; Brandi Lyn Wust Reina (Ginley), Angela Marie Wust, Ashley Rachel Wust Lumpkin (Rocky), a nephew, Zane Michael Wust (Cassandra Claude) and a great niece, Meagan Rachel Lumpkin. Age 79 years. A native of Lafayette, LA, a former resident of St. Bernard Parish and a resident of Slidell, LA for the past 20 years. He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII, and was a member of Slidell Elks BPOE Lodge #2321, the I.L.A. of New Orleans and the Arabi Masonic Lodge. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services at HONAKER FUNERAL HOME, 1751 GAUSE Blvd. WEST (IN FOREST LAWN CEMETERY), Slidell, LA on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 1:00 P.M. Interment in FOREST LAWN CEMETERY. Visitation on Friday after 10:00 A.M. until funeral time. Arrangements by HONAKER FUNERAL HOME, INC., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000366 Gordon - Attris Brian (Lil Brother) Gordon, Sr., a field area maintenance manager, departed this life at West Jefferson Medical Center on Friday October 27, 2006. Husband of Deborah F. Gordon. Father of Carmelitta Gordon Favorite, Auhora Gordon Riley, and the late Attris Brian Gordon, Jr. also survived by 3 grandchildren, 3, brothers, 7 sisters and a host of other relatives and friends. Age 69 years. A native of Hollywood, La. and a resident of Marrero, La. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers, and members of St. Mary Missionary B.C. and neighboring churches are invited to attend the funeral service. Service will be held at St. Mary Missionary B.C., 6223 6th Ave., Marrero, La. on Friday, November 3, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. Rev. Wilbert Tross, officiating. Visitation from 9:00a.m. until service time at the above named church. Interment: Restlawn Cemetery, Avondale, La. Arrangements by DAVIS MORTUARY SERVICES 230 Monroe St., Gretna, LA Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000367 Gordon - Irving Gordon, D.D.S. died at Canon Hospice on Sunday, November 5, 2006. Beloved husband of Molly Aron Gordon for 65 years. Father of Dr. Bruce L. Gordon, Dr. Richard A. Gordon, Lenore R. Gordon and the late Dr. Charles R. Gordon. Also survived by 6 grandchildren. Dr. Gordon was a graduate of LSU School of Social Work in 1940 and graduate of Loyola School of Dentistry in 1946. He worked for the Department of Public Welfare as a case worker and supervisor. He was a field director for the American Red Cross in 1942 and 1943. He entered the U.S. Army in 1943 in the Chemical Warfare division. In 1947 thru 1953 he was with the U.S. Public Health Service as Lt. Commander. He began his dental practice in 1953 and retired in 1995. He was an accomplished pianist and avid tennis player. Graveside services will be held from Chevra Thilim Memorial Park, 5000 Iberville at Helena Streets on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at 10:00 AM with Rabbi Ted Lichtenfeld officiating. Kindly omit flowers. Memorials to Shir Chadash Conservative Congregation, 3737 W. Esplandade Ave., Metairie, LA 70002. Tharp- Sontheimer-Tharp, Metairie in charge of arrangements. Information: (504) 835-2341. Times Picayune 11-7-2006 **************************************** 000368 Gosney - Patricia 'Pat' Heitz Gosney died on Wednesday, November 22, 2006. Age 79, a native of New Orleans and a resident of Metairie for the past 43 years. Mrs. Gosney was Secretary/Treasurer of Ladies Auxiliary Fleet Reserve Association, Unit # 92, a member of American Legion Auxiliary 350 and a member of Miley Golden Age Club. Beloved wife of the late Donald F. Gosney, Sr. for 56 years. Mother of Donald F. Jr. and Dennis P. Gosney. Sister of Leonard J. Heitz, Jr. Daughter of the late Leonard J. and Dolores Sanders Heitz, Sr. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Services at the Kenner Funeral Home of L. A. Muhleisen and Son, 2607 Williams Blvd. on Monday, November 27, 2006 at 11:00 o'clock a.m. Friends may visit on Monday from 9:00 a.m. until time of service. Interment in Garden of Memories Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to American Cancer Society, 2200 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Kenner, LA 70062, preferred. Times Picayune 11-25-2006 **************************************** 000369 Gourman - Mary Maud Stirling-Gourman wife of Stanford Gourman passed away in September 2006. She belongs to the Stirling and Barrows families of New Orleans and St. Francisville, Louisiana. She was a well known philanthropist and respected for her charitable donations to multiple organizations in both New Orleans and St. Francisville. She was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Dear friend of Hale and Lindy Boggs. Family and friends are invited to attend her Funeral Services which will be held at Grace Memorial Church, 11621 Ferdinand Street, St. Francisville, LA 70775 on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Daughters of the American Revolution. In loving memory of Mary, her husband Stanford plans to dedicate his movie on the Civil War to her. Times Picayune 11-7-2006 **************************************** 000370 Grace - Ellen Dwyer Cox Grace died on November 4, 2006 at Touro Hospital after a brief illness. She is the beloved wife of the late Robert Francis Grace, devoted mother of Mary Ellen Cox Grace and adored her future son-in-law George Joseph Wichser, Sr. Daughter of the late Mary Theresa Dwyer Cox and John James Cox. Sister of the late Mary Florence Cox Ford. Sister -in -law of the late Harold Stephen Ford. Sister- in- law of the late Mr. and Mrs., Matthew Alexander Grace, the late Eliza Hutchinson Grace, the late Mr. and Mrs., Salvador J. Graziano, the late Philomena Grace Williams Jackson. Survived by Nanette Cloud Alexander Grace and the late William Durbridge Grace, Jr. She is also survived by wonderful nieces and nephews. She is a graduate of St. Stephen High School and Loyola University of the South. A native and life-long resident of New Orleans. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Chapel of Lamana-Panno-Fallo Funeral Home, on Friday, November 10, 2006, at 1:00 pm. Interment in St. Joseph No. 1 Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11:00 am until service time. In lieu of flowers, donations made to the LA SPCA, 701 Thayer St., New Orleans, 70114. Arrangements by JACOB SCHOEN AND SON FUNERAL DIRECTORS. Guests may sign the guestbook online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000371 Granger - William (Pistol) Granger, Sr., a loving, grandfather, father, brother, uncle, cousin and friend, passed away Friday, November 17, 2006 at the age of 84. He is survived by his two brothers: Milton and Johnny; sons: William Jr., George and Samuel; daughters: Cynthia, Shelia, True, Betty and Leona; sons- inlaw; Louis and Harold; daughters-in-law: Cinderella, Bernadine and Cheryl; sisters-in-law: Angelina and Pat; twenty-six grandchildren and 23 great- grandchildren. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friend are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at 12:00 noon at St. Luke Baptist Church, Woodville, MS. Interment in Church Cemetery. Arrangements by West Funeral Home. Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000372 Gray - Lucille McChesney Gray died peacefully on Friday, October 27, 2006 at her daughter's home in The Woodlands, TX after a long and rich life. Age 103 years. Preceded in death by her beloved husband, Mat Marion Gray, Jr., her parents, Tiley and Estelle McChesney, and her son-in-law, William B. Barrett. Loving mother of Dolly Gray Barrett, Mat M. Gray III, daughter-in-law Blanche Kirchhoff Gray, and nine beautiful granddaughters; Kathleen B. Rockwood, Linda B. Burwell, Betty B. Ballay, Nancy B. Larkin, Dolly B. Smith, Joan B. Ounanian, Kimberly B. Shepherd, Michelle G. Crenshaw and Shalon G. Murray; 24 great- grandchildren and two great-great granddaughters. Also survived by her loving nieces, Dot Martin and Lila Chambliss, and her loving nephew, Roger Shaw, and their families. A native and life-long resident of New Orleans, she was a well- known interior decorator, world traveler, and tireless volunteer. Served on the boards of N.O Opera Guild, Children's Hospital, St. Elizabeth's Home, and DePaul Hospital. Member of the Orleans Club and the Spirit of '6 Chapter of the DAR. A Memorial Mass was held in The Woodlands at St. Anthony of Padua Church on Saturday, November 4 for family and friends. Private graveside services will be held in Metairie Cemetery on Friday, November 10, 2006. Contributions to Lighthouse for the Blind, Children's Hospital or the Catholic Charities preferred. Times Picayune 11-8-2006 **************************************** 000373 Green - Herbert Lawrence Green, Sr., entered Eternal Life, Sunday, November 12, 2006 after celebrating his 86th birthday, at Charlton Methodist Hospital, DeSoto, Texas. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Queen Victoria Christmas Green. His parents, Edward Prince Green and Pearl Jenkins Green preceded him in death, as did his older brothers, Edward Green, Sr. and Edward Calliouette; sister, Vera Jackson, sister-in-law, Florice Green, brother-in-law, Thomas. Jackson, and son Jason Green. His surviving children are Dr. Herbert Green, Jr. (Line), Lisa Green-Derry (Horace), Pearlette Carter (Alfred) and Paulette Dumas; chosen children, Dionne Brown (Anthony). He also has 11 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Also to cherish happy memories are, his youngest sister, Dorothy Henry (George), brother, Dave Bartholomew (Rhea), sister-in-law, Ora Frazier, a host of caring nieces, nephews, cousins, and special friends. Times Picayune 11- 17-2006 **************************************** 000374 Gregory - Camille Gregory died on Tuesday, October 31, 2006. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at St. Jane de Chantal Catholic Church in Abita Springs, LA on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 10:00 AM with visitation at church beginning at 9:00 AM. SCHOEN FUNERAL HOME of COVINGTON is in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000375 Greiner - Shirley Kross Greiner, of New Orleans, LA, on Thursday, November 16, 2006, at the age of 84. Survived by her lifelong husband of 63 years, Joseph Neville Greiner; and three children: Joseph Neville Greiner, Jr., Kathleen Greiner Smetek and William Kross Greiner; as well as eight grandchildren and three great- grandchildren. Daughter of the late Leah Bell Kross and William John Kross. She was a graduate of Newcomb College, New Orleans, LA. Private services and a Memorial Mass were held, Friday, November 17, 2006 at the chapel of Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, New Orleans, LA. Interment in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum, New Orleans, LA. In lieu of flowers, it is requested that donations may be made to benefit City Park New Orleans, 1 Palm Drive, New Orleans, LA 70124, by phone (504) 483-9459, email jhopper@nocp.org or www.friendsofcitypark.com. Please sign and view the Family Guestbook at www.lakelawnmetairie.com Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000376 Gremillion - Eunice Margaret Gremillion, age 80, a resident of St. Rose, LA, died in Ormand Nursing Home, Destrehan, LA on Sunday, November 5, 2006 at 12:25 p.m. Survivors: 3 sons: Michael P. Gremillion of St. Rose, LA, Lance Joseph Gremillion, Jr. of Garyville, LA and Richard L. Gremillion of New Orleans, LA; 2 brothers: Erby Lemoine of Slidell, LA and James 'Maxine' Lemoine of Kenner, LA and 2 sisters: Angelina Arboneau of Port Allen, LA and Narcille Desselle of Moreauville, LA. She was preceded in death by: husband, Lance Gremillion, Sr.; father, Eugene Lemoine and mother, Angela (Couvillion) Couvillion. She is also survived by 5 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. Services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 7, 2006 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Moreauville, LA. Burial in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Moreauville, LA. Visitation at Escude Funeral Home, Moreauville, LA on Monday from 5:00 until 9:00 p.m. Rosary Monday at 6:30 p.m. and Tuesday 8:00 a.m. until time of services at the Funeral Home. Arrangements by Escude' Funeral Home, Moreauville, LA. Times Picayune 11-7-2006 **************************************** 000377 Gremillion - Velma Couvillion Gremillion was called to eternal rest on Sunday, November 26, 2006 at the age of 96 years. Daughter of the late Camille Couvillion and Bertha Lamoine Couvillion. Wife of the late Paul S. Gremillion. She was preceded in death by her daughter Lois M. Gremillion. She will be sadly missed by her children Joyce Jemison, Janie Folse, Burton Gremillion, Norris Gremillion and Daughter-in-law Patsy Raymond Gremillion. She leaves to mourn 7 Grandchildren; Maurice 'Skip' and Yvette Jemison, David and Ann Jemison, Keith and Lori Gremillion, Paul and Andy Gremillion, Glen Gremillion, Jason And Kathy Fontenelle, Lance and Cindy Pechon. Also survived by 10 Great-grandchildren; Nicole Siverl, Jarod Jemison, Christine and Adrian Jemison, Garrett and Jordan Gremillion, Amelie and Paul Joseph Gremillion, Jr., Trent and Marissa Fontenelle. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass on Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at 2:00 PM from St. Joseph Abbey 75376 River Rd., Covington, LA 70435. Interment in St. Joseph Abbey Cemetery. Visitation on Tuesday at the church from 12:30 PM until service time. E. J. Fielding Funeral Home, Inc., Covington, LA in charge of arrangements. Sign our guestbook on-line at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 11-27-2006 **************************************** 000378 Grevemberg - Patricia Saxon Grevemberg, age 85 years, passed away on Wednesday, November 1, 2006 at Canon Hospice in Jefferson, LA. Mrs. Grevemberg is the beloved wife of the late Alvin Charles Grevemberg, Sr. Mother of Alvin Charles Grevemberg, Jr. and the late Lyle Saxon Grevemberg Matthews. Grandmother of Jude B. Matthews and Noah N. Matthews. Great grandmother of Anayah Matthews. Mrs. Grevemberg was Past President of La Petite Theatre Du Vieux Carre, Past President of The Junior Philharmonic Society of New Orleans, LA, Women's Guild of New Orleans Opera Association and Freedom Foundation at Valley Forge. She was known for her many roles at La Petite Theatre De Vieux Carre and Tulane Summer Lyric Theatre. Also for many dramatic readings of books and plays for many women's clubs in New Orleans and her directing of many plays at Valencia, Inc., a prominent social club for high school boy's and girl's. She was an honorary member of the Southern Yacht Club of New Orleans. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Monday, November 6, 2006 at 12:00 pm. Visitation will begin from 10:00 am until 12:00 pm. Interment will follow in Metairie Cemetery. Memorial contributions in honor of Mrs. Grevemberg may be made to Cancer Crusaders, 1117 Homestead Ave., Metairie, LA 70005 and support your local Performing Arts. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-4-2006 **************************************** 000379 Griffin - Sandra Jean Ward Griffin passed away on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 in Houston, TX. She was 59 years old. Beloved mother of Carol Griffin, Sharon G. (Marc) Manuel of Sugarland, TX and Donna G. (Dewayne) Milton. Wife of Leon Chapman and the late Jerome Griffin by 1st marriage. Daughter of the late Robert and Juanita Ward. Sister of Velma and Carolyn Ward, Gladiola W. (Leon) Beckles, Glenn Marie W. (Stanley) Joyner of Chesapeake, VA, Riley (Ruth) and Eddie Ward of Stockton, CA and the late Alvernita W. Adams, Robert, Joseph and Ronald Ward. Also survived by 8 grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, 5 brothers and 4 sisters-in-laws, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family also Pastors, Officers and Members of Mt. Herman Baptist Church and all neighboring churches; employees of Orleans Parish School (Food Dept - M.L.K. Middle), HANO, Day & Zimmerman Security, Pharmerica Pharmacy, Shell Oil Services of Houston, TX are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. at Murray Henderson Funeral Home, 1209 Teche Street, Algiers, LA. Visitation will begin at 9:00 A.M. Interment in New Hope Cemetery in Gretna, LA. MURRAY HENDERSON FUNERAL HOME in charge. Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000380 Gros - Micki Michelle Gros 'Michelle Cooper' passed on Wednesday, November 15th 2006 at the age of 34. Born in Texas. She lived in Terrytown the remainder of her life. She will be dearly missed by husband Troy Donavan Gros. Daughter of Gerald Lutzke and the late Pamela Lutzke. Mother of Christopher Cooper 20, Christina Cooper 17, Michael Ditta 14 and step daughter Macie Gros 9. Sister of Juanita Cooper, Stephanie Moulton, Brad Lutzke, Maggie Lutzke and the late Kermit Cooper. Michelle was a member of the Women's Elks Lodge, worked as an office manager at Burk Family Dental Care. Michelle will be remembered as a great friend to all who knew her. Private Services were held at the home, thank you for all who attended. Times Picayune 11-23-2006 **************************************** 000381 Guerra - Arthur Christian Guerra, Sr. 'Nealy', passed away on November 15, 2006, age 79, at his residence in Chalmette. Loving husband of Betty Guedry Guerra. Father of Kathy G. Lindfors, Sandy G. Bright, Arthur Jr. 'Artie', Terry G. Dettwiller and the late David Guerra. Son of Wilhemena 'Mena' McClean Guerra Toepfer and Armando Guerra. Brother of Alice Guerra Miller Troxclair, Miriam 'Cookie' Vortisch, Rose Toepfer Miller, Sidney Toepfer, and the late John Guerra, Whitney 'Blackie' Guerra, Mae and Zoila Conners, and Evilyn G. Bonneval. Also survived by ten grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Nealy served as a Merchant Marine Veteran and was awarded a Bronze Star for his heroic action. He was a retired St. Charles Ave. streetcar driver for NOPSI and retired Millwright member. Born and raised in the Ninth Ward and a resident of Chalmette for the past 35 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church, 2320 Paris Rd., Chalmette, on Friday, November 17, 2006, at 1:00 pm. Interment in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be from 11:00 am until service time. Arrangements by JACOB SCHOEN AND SON FUNERAL DIRECTORS. Guestbook may be signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000382 Guichard - Carl T. Guichard Sr. passed away post hurricane Rita. Great, great, great grandson of Magloire Guichard; son of Hilda Noveh Guichard and Alphonse Guichard; survived by his brothers Al Jr. and Donald and sister Evon. His surviving children are Carl Jr., Jeffery, Lorraine and Brandon Guichard. Lost but saved by his continued faith in God. Memorial Mass at St Louis Cathedral Friday, November 17, 2006 at 10:00 AM, then graveside at Greenwood Cemetery. Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000383 Guidroz - Harold Charles Guidroz, Jr., born October 3, 1937, age 69, died on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. A native and resident of Raceland, LA. Parishioner of St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church. Survived by: wife of 45 years, Eileen Gaudet Guidroz; sons: Charles 'Chuck' Guidroz and Harold 'Chip' Guidroz III; daughters: Mary Guidroz Saunier, Annette Guidroz Braud and Amy Guidroz Chiasson; sisters: Millie Guidroz and Ruth Guidroz Lasseigne; and 7 grandchildren. Preceded in death by parents, Harold C. Guidroz, Sr. and Mildred R. Guidroz. Visitation 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at St. Hilary of Portiers Catholic Church. Religious Services at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday at the Church. Interment St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Bayou Region Hospice. Arrangements by SAMART FUNERAL HOME, Raceland, LA. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000384 Guidry - Ernest Albert 'Ernie' Guidry, 72 years old of Loranger, LA, died Monday, November 6, 2006 at his residence. Ernie was born Sunday, February 18, 1934 in the Bronx New York NY. He worked as a Dept. Manager for Sears. Surviving are wife, Dorothy E. Timberlake; 4 sons: Ernest A. Guidry Jr., Michael G. Guidry, Stephen Guidry and Kenneth Guidry; daughter, Cynthia G. Fecke; brothers: Henry and Ronnie Guidry; 4 sisters: Marie Windham, Anna Mae Labatat, Shirley Sperier, Florence Ertel; 2 daughters by marriage: Karen J. Hyorth and Carol E. Parker; 13 grandchildren and 3 great -grandchildren. He was preceded in death by parents: Henry Joseph Guidry and Stella Rosselli Guidry. Friends will be received Friday, November 10, 2006 at Harry McKneely & Son Funeral Home in Hammond, LA from 10:00a.m. until 2:00p.m.Services will be held at Harry McKneely & Son Funeral Home, Friday, November 10, 2006 at 2:00p.m.Interment will follow in the Parklawn Memorial Gardens, Hammond, Louisiana 70403. Email condolences to: hmckneely@i- 55.com / subject line: Guidry. Times Picayune 11-8-2006 **************************************** 000385 Guidry - Marie Schieffler Guidry passed away at West Jefferson Medical Center on Sunday, November 12, 2006. Age 81 years and a lifelong resident of Lafitte, LA. Beloved wife of the late Joseph 'Smokey' Guidry. Loving mother of Joann Triche, wife of Phil Triche, Brenda Perrin, wife of Morgan Perrin, Sr., Gerald Guidry, Sr., Wayne Guidry, companion of Gayle Junot, Monalisa Coulon, wife of Archie Coulon, Sr., Christopher 'Chris' Guidry, husband of Kim Guidry, Thomas 'Tommy' Guidry, husband of Trudy Guidry, Joseph 'Joey' Guidry, Jr., husband of Susan Guidry, David 'Bo' Guidry, Sr., companion of Beth Murphy, and the late Glenda Rae Guidry. Daughter of the late John Shieffler, and Mary Poinsetta Schieffler. Sister of Anna Lenormand, and the late Joseph, Harold, and Earl Schieffler, Sr., Wilheminia Smith and Sadie Green. Step sister of the late Wilman, Buddy, and Son Schieffler. Grandmother of Dawn, Desi, Doreen, Morgan, Jr., Angela, Peppy, Mike, Rocko, Missi, Dominic, Rae Ann, Maggie, Carley, Archie, Glenda, Mary, Tracey, Christy, Nicole, Malcolm, Blaze, Kash, Shaney, Jace, Lil Bo, and Kyle. Also survived by 45 Great Grandchildren and a loving nephew Earl 'Sput' Schieffler, Jr. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at St. Anthony Catholic Church, 2653 Jean Lafitte Boulevard, Lafitte, La on Thursday, November 16, 2006 at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow in Fisher Cemetery, Lafitte, LA. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 15, 2006 from 6:00 PM until 10:00PM at WESTSIDE/LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA and on Thursday morning after 8:30 AM until Mass time at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Lafitte, LA. In lieu of flowers, Masses are preferred. Information: 341-9421. Times Picayune 11-15-2006 **************************************** 000386 Guillard - Melvin Guillard Sunrise October 27, 1962 Sunset November 13, 2006. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastor, officers and members of all neighboring churches are invited to attend the funeral services from Richardson Funeral Home, 11112 Jefferson Hwy., River Ridge, LA on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 12:00 Noon. Rev. Otis Kenner officiating. Interment: Belgrove Cemetery. Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson in charge. Times Picayune 11-17- 2006 **************************************** 000387 Guillot - Isidore Pierre Guillot passed away Friday, November 17, 2006 in Covington, LA at the age of 80. He was the son of the late Noah Hursein and Victorine Aucoin Guillot. He is the husband of Joyce Kelly Guillot for 58 years, Father of Michael Guillot of Alamogordo, NM, Glenn (Stephanie) Guillot, Wayne (Sherri) Guillot, Robert (Robin) Guillot, all of Slidell, LA. Brother of Mandy Guillot Blanchard, Maudra Ann Guillot Hebert, Albruge Guillot, Elmo Guillot, Ridley Guillot, Russell Guillot. He is also survived by eight grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Eugenia Guillot, Amalie Guillot and three brothers Melton Guillot, Jerry Guillot and Frank Guillot. Mr. Guillot was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes and served on the Board of St. Tammany Parish Council On Ageing. He was an Army/Air Force Veteran of WWII and was a retired automechanic from General Tires with over 35 years of service. Visitation will be Monday, November 20, 2006 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 at Schoen Funeral Home in Covington. Funeral mass will follow at the funeral home beginning at 12:00.Interment will be in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. Arrangements By Schoen Funeral Home, Covington, La. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000388 Guillot - Alvin W. 'Buddy' Guillot on Monday, November 20, 2006. Loving husband of Helen Benezech. Father of Steven W. Guillot, Sr. and Renee Guillot Gillen. Father-in-law of Gail Pfeffer Guillot. Grandfather of Steven Jr. and Amanda Guillot and Laura Gillen. Great-grandfather of Christian, Enjolie, Paris and Iliana. Preceded in death by his parents, Clara Clement and Alvin C. Guillot, his brother, A.Clayton Guillot, and his infant daughter, Tracie Day Guillot. Born January 20, 1930 in New Orleans, LA and lived in Arabi, LA for over seventy years where he died. Buddy devoted most of his life to serving St. Bernard Parish through civic organizations and as an elected official. He served as Police Juror for nine years and was instrumental in renovating the Old Arabi Jail. For the past 16 years he has been the Constable for Ward A. He served on St.Bernard Parish Sewer District # 1,and as Commsioner of the Water Board. He was a charter member of the Jaycees, served as President of the Arabi Lions Club, was on the board of the St. Bernard Historical Society and a member of the Justices of the Peace and Constables Assn. was a Summa cum Laude graduate of Loyola University in 1978 and a veteran of the Korean War. He retired from Tenneco Oil Refinery. Visitation at Lamana-Panno-Fallo, 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd., on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 form 10:00am until 1:00pm. Times Picayune 11-21-2006 **************************************** 000389 Gulizo - Steven Joseph Gulizo of Marrero, LA on Thursday, November 16, 2006 at 4AM. Beloved husband of Connie Maledy Gulizo. Father of Nico G. Smith, Shantelle G. DeJean and Christie Lynn Gulizo. Father-in-law of Glen Smith and Patrick DeJean. Son of Joseph Gulizo and the late Maude Henry Gulizo. Step-son of Mary R. Gulizo. Son-in-law of Leon and Margie Alexie. Brother of Brenda Adams and Charlene Picard. Step-brother of George and Michael Adams. Brother-in-law of Shelton Adams, Joseph Picard and the late David Alexie. Grandfather of twins, Nicholas and Savanah Smith. Also survived by aunts, uncles, nieces, cousins and friends. Age 58 years. A lifelong resident of Marrero, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass in the Chapel of Mothe Funeral Home, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 11AM. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park, Gretna, LA. Parlors will be open on Saturday from 9AM until Mass time. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000390 Gunn - Bonnie 'Bee' Cochran Gunn passed away at her home on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 9:00 PM due to a heart attack. Beloved mother of Rachael Gunn and Renee Gunn. Daughter of the late Jack V. Cochran, Sr. and Marion Wilson Cochran. Sister of Louis Cochran, Trudy Oalman, Warren Cochran and the late Jack Cochran, Jr. Also survived by nieces, nephews and many other loving relatives and friends. Age 44 years and a long-time resident of the West Bank. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services from WESTSIDE/LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at 12:00 PM. Interment will be private. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 9:00 AM until funeral time. In lieu of flowers, donations to Rachael and Renee Gunn would be appreciated. For information, call 341-9421. Times Picayune 11-8-2006 **************************************** 000391 Gutierrez - Amado Philip Gutierrez passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2006 at the age of 80. Beloved husband of the late Cecelia Whann Gutierrez, loving father of Mary Anne Monts, father-in-law of David A. Monts, son of the late Pearl Authement Gutierrez Brown and Amado Gutierrez, brother of Rose Mary Collins, Neomi Castay, Barbara Fournier, Stephen Gutierrez, Sylvia Grace and the late Adele Maresma and Ernest Gutierrez, also survived by nieces and nephews. Mr. Gutierrez, a native and lifelong resident of New Orleans, was a World War II Navy Veteran and retiree of Lonestar Cement Company. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass to be celebrated in the Chapel of the temporary location of Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home (Lamana-Panno-Fallo), 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd. at Bonnabel Blvd., Metairie, LA on Thursday, November 30, 2006 at 1:00 P.M. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Thursday from 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Interment will follow the Mass in Lake Lawn Mausoleum. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000392 Guzman - Antonio Guzman IV Loving father, son, brother and uncle Services for Antonio (Tony) Guzman IV will be conducted at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, 1908 Short Street, Kenner, La. 70062 Tuesday, November 28, 2006. Visitation: 11:30 a.m., Mass: 1:00 p.m. Antonio died Thursday, November 16, 2006. He was 44 years old, resided in Abbeville, La. He served in the military, then worked in the oil field for 20 years and was a superintendant for United Production in New Iberia, La. He is survived by his four children: Shannon Guzman, Antonio (LT) Guzman of Abita Springs, La., Amias Joaquin of Shreveport, La. and Joaquin Guzman of New Iberia, La., his parents Jack and Mary Smith of Bay St. Louis, Ms, father Antonio Guzman III of Corpus Christi, Tx, brother Michael Smith of Harvey, La., sister and her husband Tracey and David Leonard of Terrytown, La., nieces and nephew Maegan, Jessica and Michael; mother of Shannon and Antonio (LT), Paula Spearman and many other relatives and friends. Antonio IV was preceded in death by his grandparents Joaquin and Concepcion Pequeno, Charles and Alma Smith. Antonio will be very missed. May he rest in peace now with the Lord. Times Picayune 11-27-2006 **************************************** 000393 Guzzardi - William 'Bill' Anthony Guzzardi passed away at West Jefferson Medical Center on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at 2:45 PM. Beloved husband of fifty- two years of Gertrude Detillier Guzzardi. Father of Denise Guzzardi Loken and father-in-law of Gary Loken. Son of the late Anthony Guzzardi and Argentine Tabor Guzzardi. Brother of the late Josephine M. Guzzardi and August Guzzardi. Grandfather of Kerry P. Moore, Jr., Sarah M. Moore and Gary E. Loken. Mr. Guzzardi, age 85 years, served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was stationed in Europe. Relatives, friends of the family, retirees of the N.O. Sewerage and Water Board and employees of Wal-Mart are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from WESTSIDE/ LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at 12:30 PM. Interment in Our Lady of Prompt Succor Cemetery, Westwego. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 9:30 AM until funeral time.For more information, call 341-9421. Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000394 Hakenjos - Warren Wilbur Hakenjos of Ponchatoula, Louisiana on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 3AM. Son of the late Bertha Aubert Hakenjos and William Henry Hakenjos. Survived by a sister, Bertha Adele Hakenjos Borne Mendoza and a brother, Walter Hakenjos. Brother of the late William Hakenjos. Also survived by a daughter, Marion Hakenjos Ressor and numerous nieces and nephews. Interment in St. Bartholomew Cemetery in Algiers, Louisiana in a private family service. Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000395 Hall - Ruth Knight Hall, a retired cashier for A & P Food Stores, on Saturday, November 11, 2006. Age 81, a native of Selma, AL and a resident of Kenner, LA for the past 58 years. Beloved wife of Richard Morris Hall of Mer Rouge, LA. Mother of Robert C. Hall husband of Janice of West Monroe, LA, Catherine H. Maller wife of Dr. Marc of Syracuse, NY and Roger D. Hall of Kenner, LA. Sister of James W. Knight of Mobile, AL, Ralph Knight of Bastrop, LA and Marjorie Heathcock of Pearland, TX. Also survived by 5 grandchildren, 5 great- grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. A Memorial Service at the Kenner Funeral Home of L. A. Muhleisen and Son, 2607 Williams Blvd. on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 1:00 o'clock p.m. Visitation from 10:30 a.m. until time of service. Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000396 Handy - Birdie Branch Handy, 'I have fought the good fight. I have finished my course. I have kept the faith.' II Timothy 4:7. 94, a resident of Tallulah, La. post-Katrina and a lifelong resident of New Orleans, La., peacefully departed her earthly dwelling for her heavenly home on Tuesday, November 21, 2006. Birdie is survived by nephews Arthur Branch, Emmanuel Branch (Barbara), niece Rita Branch Gordon (Jerome Sr.), numerous great nephews, great nieces, great-great nephews and great-great nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents Manulish and Clementine Williams Branch, her husband Ernest J. Handy Sr., her son Ernest J. 'Sonny' Handy, Jr., two brothers and two sisters. Visitation at Second Baptist Church Sixth District, 4218 Laurel Street, New Orleans, La. on Monday, November 27, 2006 at 9:00 a.m. Rev. Dr. Samuel Gibbs Jr., pastor officiating. Arrangements entrusted to D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna, La. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000397 Hanna - Evelyn Murray Hanna passed away on Monday, November 27, 2006 after a long, courageous battle with Huntington's Disease. She leaves behind two sons, Ricky and Johnnie Hanna, sisters, Ann Durel, Frances Tarter, Tammy McGuire, Barbara Cummings and Loretta Collier, and brother, James Owens. Daughter of the late Shirley Lapeze Murray Owens Rogers and John Marshall Murray. Sister of the late Irene Norris. Also survived by many cousins, nieces and nephews. From a young age she had an affinity for horses, competing in barrel racing, jumping and showing her horses. Her favorite was Paloose. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. The family would like to express a special thanks to St. Francisville Country Manor and Heritage Manor of Mandeville for their loving care. Age 51. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Lamana-Panno-Fallo, 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd. on Friday, December 01, 2006, at 11:00 am. Interment will follow in St. Patrick Cemetery no. 3. Visitation will be from 10:00 am until service time. Arrangements by JACOB SCHOEN AND SON FUNERAL DIRECTORS. Guestbook may be signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-30- 2006 **************************************** 000398 Hardenstein - Alfred S. Hardenstein died on November 20, 2006. He was the son of the late Dr. Frank H. Hardenstein and Alberta Hardenstein. He was predeceased by his brother Frank Hardenstein, and his sister Mary Augusta Hardenstein. Alfred is survived by his beloved wife Betty Buesing Hardenstein, and his children: Barbara Pasqua, Doug Hardenstein, and Donald Hardenstein, his sister: Virginia Sonderegger, his daughter-in-law: Nancy Hardenstein and his son- in-law: John P. Pasqua. His is also survived by his grandchildren: Lauren Pasqua, Tracy Pasqua, Melanie Pasqua, Taylor Hardenstein, and Kaylee Hardenstein. Alfred was a graduate of Fortier High School and served in the United States Army Air Corps during World War II. He worked for Delta Airlines for 42 years, where he was District Marketing Manager. He was president of the New Orleans Speech and Hearing Center, and an active member of SCORE and the Executives Club. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home 4747 Veterans Blvd. Metairie, LA on Friday, November 24, 2006 at 11:00 am. Visitation will be from 9:00 am until 11:00 am. Interment will be in Garden of Memories Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to The Muscular Dystrophy Association. Times Picayune 11-22-2006 **************************************** 000399 Harold - David Harold, Sr. entered into eternal rest on Saturday, November 25, 2006. Beloved son of Richard and Ethel Harold. Loving Father of Joseph and David Harold, Jr. Brother of Delores Franklin, Margie Jackson and Jane Harold. Devoted Companion of Antoinette Livas. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, December 1, 2006 at 11:00am at Majestic Mortuary 1833 Oretha C. Haley Blvd. Visitation will be at 10:00 am. Interment in Providence Park. Majestic Mortuary in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000400 Harper - Carolyn Harper entered into eternal rest on Saturday, November 4, 2006. Beloved mother of Berdell Vincent and Cartrina Casey Fisher. Mother-in-law of Dalrick Fisher. Daughter of Hilda Ruffin and the late James Harper. Sister of Warren Harper, Lisa Ruffin, Julia McCray and Sylvia Robinson of New York. Preceded in death by Gerald Harper and Shirley Colar. Sister-in-law of Albertina Harper and Wallace McCray. Grandmother of Army Specialist Kevin D. Vincent, Tony Vincent and Richaud Vincent. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews and a devoted friend, Felton Shaw. Ms. Harper was a graduate of Booker T. Washington High School and attended Loyola University and Southern University of New Orleans, also the Goodwork Network Entrepreneur Program. Relatives and friends; employees of City Hall, New Orleans District Attorney's Office, Hibernia Bank, Children's Hospital, Citigroup, KMart, Allied Waste, Kelly's Temp Agency and ADT are all welcome to celebrate Carolyn's Homegoing on Monday, November 13, 2006 at Our Lady of Guadalup Catholic Church, 411 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA. Visitation from 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial begins at 10:00 a.m. Interment Providence Memorial Park. NO WAKE. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC. in charge. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000401 Harris - Phyllis Monet Sam Harris on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at St. Ann Hospital, Raceland, LA. Daughter of the late Geraldine Haywood and Charles Monet, Sr. Wife of the late Theradore A. Sam by first marriage and William Harris by second marriage. Mother of Annette (Marshall) Sandolph, Jeanelle (Allen, Sr.) Pierre and Bridget (Robert, Sr.) Gorden. Sister of Clarence (Lisa) Monet, Sr., Anthony and William Monet, Cynthia Thomas, Jacquelyn Riser and the late Charles Monet. Also survived by a devoted friend and cousin, Jeanette Coleman, 7 grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Age 60 years. A native of Lafayette, LA and a resident of Boutte, LA. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Mt. Airy Baptist Church and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Mt. Airy Baptist Church, 13635 Old Spanish Trail, Boutte, LA on Friday, December 1, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. Rev. Rainey Antoine, Pastor, officiating. Interment Mt. Airy Memorial Park Cemetery, Boutte, LA. Visitation at the above named church from 9:00 a.m. until service time. SERVICED BY ROBOTTOM Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000402 Harris - Clarence Harris, Sr. on Saturday, November 18, 2006 of a brian stroke in Atlanta, GA. where he was displaced due to Hurricane Katrina. He was a former resident of the Lower Ninth Ward, 1822 Caffin Ave. He was 68. Father of five children: Clarence Harris, Jr., Catherine Harris Johnson, Zina Harris, Zachary Harris and Germella Carpenter, sixteen grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren, 4 brothers: Calvin Jr., Joseph, Edward Sr., George Harris Sr., 1 sister: Dorothy Harris Johnson, nieces and nephews. His former wife, Veronica Badie Harris. Services Wednesday, November 29, 2006, Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, Atlanta, GA. Times Picayune 11-25-2006 **************************************** 000403 Harris - Eva Mae LeBeouf 'Mom' Harris at Prevost Hospital, Donaldsonville, LA at 1:10 p.m., Tuesday, November 7, 2006. Daughter of the late June LeBeouf, Sr. and Octavia Gauthreaux LeBeouf. Wife of the late Rev. Thomas Harris, Sr. Mother of Joyce Ernest, Eva Harris, Patricia Vaultz, Lee, Carl, Randy and Raynell Harris, Thomas Harris, Jr., Lois Cooper, Gaynell Louis and the late Steve Harris. Sister of Willie Ann LeBeouf, Joyce Rose LeBeouf, Octavia Thornton and the late Alice Ankum. Niece of Ulysses Gauthreaux. Also survived by 18 grandchildren, 5 great- grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, sisters- and brothers-in-law, other relatives and friends. Age 75. Visiting at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, Wednesday, November 15, 2006 from 9:30 a.m. until Religious Services at 11:00 a.m. Conducted by the Rev. Samuel Jones. Burial in Church Cemetery. BRAZIER-WATSON FUNERAL HOME in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-14-2006 **************************************** 000404 Hart - Barbara Hart a salesperson at Dillard's Department Store, on Monday, November 20, 2006 at Kenner Regional Hospital. Beloved daughter of Eva McCray and the late Lloyd Hart, Sr. Loving mother of Devona Hart of Metairie, Joseph and Javis Robichaux of Atlanta, GA. Sister of Joyce Francois of Gretna, Lloyd Hart, Jr. of Austin, Texas, and the late Deborah Smith. Grandmother of Daigvan, Deavonii, Deaja, Jaylan and Jayla. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Age 49. Relatives and friends, pastors, officers and members of Oakland and Greater King Solomon Baptist Churchs and all neighboring churchs, employees of Dillard's Department Store and TJ Max are invited to attend the funeral services at Oakland Baptist Church, 1400 Third St., Kenner, LA Saturday, November 25, 2006 at 10AM. NO WAKE. Rev. Charles Hurst officiating. Church visitation Saturday 9AM until hour of services. Interment Belle Grove Cemetery, Kenner, LA. Professional Services entrusted to: Littlejohn Funeral Home 2163 Aubry Street. Cal K. Johnson, Manager/Funeral Director Information: 940-0045 Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000405 Hart - Mary Conchetta Ann Maniscalco Hart Mary Hart, 85, of Metairie passed away November 1, 2006 at Ormond Nursing Home in Destrehan. Mary resided in the New Orleans area her entire life. Survivors include two sons and a daughter: Leigh W. Hart and wife Eva of Baton Rouge, Terry R. Hart and wife Ann of Metairie and Paula Hart Alack and husband John of Hammond; two grandsons: Karsten L. Hart of Oakhurst, CA. and Casey J. Hart of Metairie; one brother: Victor Joseph Maniscalco and wife Mamie of Metairie. Mary was preceded in death by her husband Chester Hart, parents Victor James and Frances Micheli Maniscalco. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral services at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Monday, November 6, 2006 at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow in Metairie Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com Times Picayune 11-4-2006 **************************************** 000406 Hart - Randall F. Hart, a retired Phillips Petroleum employee, died November 18, 2006 in New Iberia, LA of pneumonia after a long battle with cancer. Mr. Hart was born in Ponce de Leon, Florida on February 24, 1929 and was a forty- six year resident of Gretna, LA before moving to New Iberia, LA in February 2006. He is survived by his beloved wife of fifty-two years, Esther (Sissy) Lohr Hart, formerly of New Iberia, LA. Mr. Hart was the father of six children, Michael and wife Moon of Aurora, CO, Daniel (deceased 1979), Doyle of Des Allemands, LA, Sandra and husband Bill Ackerley of Aurora, CO, Steven and wife Kathy of Lafitte, LA and Garland and wife Suzanne of LaGrange, TX. Mr. Hart was the grandfather of five grandsons and seven granddaughters and the great-grandfather of four great- grandsons. Mr. Hart is also survived by one brother, Wendell Hugh Hart of Graceville, FL, and three sisters, Queva and husband Raymond Camp of Yuma, AZ, Ella Vee and husband Edward Barley of Esto, FL and Wanda and husband Marty Hinson of Chipley, FL. He is also survived by sisters-in-law Ruth Lohr Viator, Mary Jane Lohr, Jenores Lohr all of New Iberia, LA and one brother-in-law, David Lohr of Longville, LA, and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at the Johnson Funeral Home Chapel, 4321 Lake Street, Lake Charles, LA 70605. Burial will follow in Magnolia Cemetery in Ragley, LA. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Monday from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM and continue on Tuesday from 9:00 AM until the start of the service. Condolences to the family may be left at www.johnsonfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000407 Hartman - John Whitley Hartman on October 28, 2006. Beloved husband of Ilaine Geiger Hartman. Beloved father of Jack Thomas Hartman. Father-in-law of Mona Hartman. Son of the late Jack Thomas Hartman and Novalene Whitley Hartman. Brother of Virginia Ruth Hartman. Age 63 years. A native of Conroe, TX, former resident of Houston, TX and a resident of Metairie, LA. Graveside funeral services were held on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at Garden Park Cemetery, Conroe, TX. Arrangements by Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 North Causeway Boulevard, Metairie, LA 70001. Times Picayune 11-4-2006 **************************************** 000408 Harvey - James Allen Harvey, Jr. passed away on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, LA. He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps (First Marine Division) having served in the Battle for Guadalcanal. Born in McComb, Mississippi, he was retired from the Illinois Central Railroad after many years of service. He is survived by his wife, Joan O'Toole Harvey of Metairie, LA; two daughters: Mary Furtick and Corinne Harvey both of Metairie, LA; two sons: David F. Harvey of Loranger, LA and James Allen Harvey, Jr. of Hammond, LA. Mr. Harvey is survived by thirteen grandchildren, five step-grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and four step-great-grandchildren. Mr. Harvey was preceded in death by his parents: Hollis Alston and Bertha Barcenia Harvey; three sisters: Julia Juanita and Frances Rae Harvey and Emma Mae Cunningham; and three brothers: David Edgar Harvey, Lucian Alston Harvey and Hugh Gordon Harvey. A Mass of Christian Burial was held at St. Edward the Confessor Catholic Church, Metairie, LA on Tuesday, November 7, 2006 with interment having followed at Metairie Cemetery. Arrangements by SCHOEN FUNERAL HOME, Covington, LA. Times Picayune 11-9- 2006 **************************************** 000409 Hatty - James Hatty Sr. passed away on Friday, November 24, 2006. Preceded in death by his wife, Irene Corona Hatty. Father of Maria Hatty Fajardo, Angele Hatty Waguespack, James Hatty, Jr., and Amelia Hatty Bordlee and the late Jack Gerald Hatty, Sr. Brother of Henry Hatty, and Josephine Hatty Lieux and the late Elias, Alma, Alvin, Louis Sr., Joseph Hatty, Jr., and Amelia Hatty Olivier. Grandfather of James Hatty III, Nancy Bordlee, Lauren Hatty Adams, Lamar Waguespack, III, Charles Waguespack, Jack Hatty, Jr., Mary Waguespack, Marcelle Hatty, Lisa Bordlee, and Joseph Waguespack. Father-in-law of Al Fajardo, Lamar Waguespack, Jr., Lynette Lombas Hatty, Susan Facquet Hatty and Joseph Bordlee, III. Age 86 years. A native of Crowley, LA and lifelong resident of Lafitte, LA. He was a dedicated parishioner of St. Anthony Catholic Church in Lafitte, LA. He was a World War II veteran and served in the U.S. Army in the 104th Infantry Division, Timberwolves in the European Theater. He retired from Texaco in 1982 after 36 years as an oil field pumper in Lake Salvador. Relatives and Friends of the Family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at Mothe Funeral Homes, 7040 Lapalco Blvd, Marrero, LA on Monday, November 27, 2006 at 11:00 AM. Interment St. Pius Cemetery, Crown Point, LA. Parlors will be open Sunday, November 26, 2006 from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM and again Monday morning from 8:00 AM until Funeral Time. Thanks to West Jefferson Home Health and Hospice. Special Thanks to his caregiver, Fannie McTier. Information: 366-4343 Times Picayune 11-25-2006 **************************************** 000410 Haughton - Ellis Haughton, Sr., age 84, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, November 1, 2006 in Monroe, LA. He was a World War II Army veteran. A native of Napoleonville, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Beloved husband of Lizzie Haughton. Father of Ellis Haughton, Jr. of Atlanta, GA, Clarence Crockett of St. Rose, LA, Deborah Smith, Fannie Haughton of Napoleonville, LA and Louise Parkers of Washington, D.C. Father-in-law of Bernardine F. Haughton and Betty Crockett. Also survived by 18 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Fannie Adam Haughton; 9 brothers: Henry, George, Rev. Samuel, Rev. Harold, Rev. Gilbert, Claborn, James, Calvin and Warren Haughton; 3 sisters: Fannie Haughton, Malthida Davis and Helen Webber. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Peter AME Church, 1201 Cadiz Street. Visitation from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Rev. David Smith (Pastor) and Rev. Cheryl West, officiating. Interment: Providence Memorial Park Cemetery, Metairie, LA. Professional services entrusted to ESTELLE J. WILSON FUNERAL HOME, INC. 2715 Danneel Street, N.O., LA Information: (504) 895-4903 Times Picayune 11- 10-2006 **************************************** 000411 Hawkins - Benjamin Hawkins, age 62, a native of Violet, LA and resident of Baton Rouge, LA, died on Thursday, November 9, 2006 in Baton Rouge, LA. Survived by: wife, Laura S. Hawkins of Baton Rouge, LA; 3 daughters: Tyra Stampley of Harvey, LA, Tonesia and Tamara of Baton Rouge, LA; 2 sons: Benjamin Hawkins, Jr. of Baton Rouge, LA and Tyrece Hawkins of Harvey, LA; 6 sisters: Katherine Hawkins of New Orleans, LA, Johnnie Simms of Cherryhill, NJ, Joyce Hawkins of Charieville, LA, Dorothy Brown of Algiers, LA, Carrie Pembrick and Beulah Evans of Frezino, TX; 1 brother, Anderson Hawkins of Algiers, LA; and 5 grandchildren. He was a U.S. veteran. Funeral Services on Wednesday, November 15, 2006 at 12:00 noon at Saintsville C.O.G.I.C., Baton Rouge, LA. Supt. James Tucker, officiating. Burial: Southern Memorial Garden Cemetery, Baton Rouge, LA. RICHARDSON FUNERAL HOME, Hammond, LA in charge. Times Picayune 11-15-2006 **************************************** 000412 Haydel - Emelda Haydel 1925 - 2006 After a long and beautiful life, Emelda Olivier Haydel departed this life at her home in Houma, LA on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at 2:00 a.m. following a brief and courageous battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her loving family who cared for her during her illness. Mrs. Haydel was 81 years old and a native of Bourg, LA., She was a lifelong resident of Chalmette, LA until displaced by Hurricane Katrina, after which she relocated to Houma, LA where she once worked for the Houma Daily Courier. As a Civil Service employee of the U.S. Government she worked in Fort Worth, TX, Washington, D.C. and Asheville, NC. She was a welder during World War II at Higgins Shipyard. She retired at the U.S. Port of Embarkation on Poland Ave. in New Orleans, LA after many years of service. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alvin G. Haydel; her parents: Berwick J. and Theresa Detiveaux Olivier, Sr.; and brother, David Anthony Olivier. She is survived by her beloved sisters: Mrs. Norman (Laudist) Sass, Sr., Mrs. Harold (Gloria) Cooper, Mrs. Andrew (Ursula) Gilchrist (her faithful caregiver) of Chalmette, LA, Mrs. Walter (Loris) Dupre, Sr., Mrs. Mark (Bobbie) Steib and Mrs. Mack (Vivian) Rodrigue, Sr. of Houma, LA; and her brother, Mr. Berwick (Sam) Olivier, Jr. and his wife, Regina of Bourg, LA. She was the step-mother of Susan Haydel Moustier; and sister-in-law of Mrs. Jules (Inez) Hymel of Kenner, LA and Mrs. Victor (Irene) Poe of Florida. She is also survived by and was much loved by many nieces and nephews. She will be sadly missed, but joyously remembered by all who knew and loved her. Relatives and friends are invited to St. Ann Catholic Church, Highway 24, Bourg, LA on Monday, November 13, 2006. Visitation will be from 9:30 a.m. until a Funeral Mass at 12:00 noon at the Church. Interment to follow in St. Ann Cemetery. Memorial donations in Emelda's memory can be made to Bayou Region Hospice, 195 Corporate Dr., Houma, LA 70360. Arrangements by CHAUVIN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5899 Hwy. 311, Houma, LA 70360. Web site www.chauvinfuneralhome.com. Times Picayune 11-11-2006 **************************************** 000413 Hayes - Ethel Dowie Hayes passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2006. Age 96 years. Wife of the late Delton E. Hayes Sr. Daughter of the late Ida Borges Dowie and Emile Dowie. Beloved mother of the late Delton E. Hayes Jr. and Glenn W. Hayes. Survived by five grandchildren: Donna Lamb, Dawn Stroud, Delton 'Bubba' Hayes, Jennifer Bubrig and Glenn Hayes. Great-grandchildren include Ronnie Lee Lamb, Tara Dawn Shira, Dallas Lamb, Blake Stroud, Brooke Stroud, Hannah Hayes Heath Hayes Aubrey Ethel Bubrig and Ann Hayes Bubrig. Great-great-grandchildren include Lily and William Shira. Retired from Commercial Union Insurance Co. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Greenwood Funeral Home Chapel, (Formerly All Faiths) (486-0880), 5200 Canal Boulevard on Friday, November 24, 2006 at 1:00 PM. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will be on Friday from 12:00 PM until time of Mass. In lieu of flowers donations preferred to St. Michael's Special School, 1522 Chippewa St, New Orleans, LA 70130. (504-524-7285). Times Picayune 11-22-2006 **************************************** 000414 Hayes - Leola 'Noot' Hayes departed this earthly life and entered into eternal rest on Friday, November 10, 2006 at River Parish Hospital of LaPlace, La. Beloved mother of Malinda Irvin Priester of Norfolk, Va. and Kayyonna Hayes of Virginia Beach, Va. Loving sister of Christopher Joseph, Elza 'JoAnn' LeBeauf, Mary Rita Dangerfield, Louis, Vincent, Tony and Anthony Varnado and the late Julie Varnado. Also survived by 4 grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers and members of the Greater Good Hope Baptist Church of Norco, La. and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the funeral services on Wednesday, November 15, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at the Greater Good Hope Baptist Church, 47 Cathy Street, Norco, La. Rev. Willie Dewey officiating. Interment in Mary Flower Cemetery of Ama, La. Visitation will be at the above-named church from 9:00 a.m. until service time. Bardell's Mortuary of Mt. Airy, La. in charge. Information: 985-535-6837. Times Picayune 11-14-2006 **************************************** 000415 Haygood - John Warren Haygood died in his sleep at home, Monday, November 20, 2006. He was 82 years of age. Mr. Haygood graduated from Byrd High School in Shreveport, Centenary College in Shreveport and Tulane University Law School. He practiced law in Shreveport with Stagg, Cady, Johnson and Haygood before joining Jones, Walker, Waechter, Poitevent, Carrere & Denegre in New Orleans. He retired several years ago. Mr. Haygood was a P-51 pilot in World War II and served in the Office of Special Investigations during the Korean War. He was a member of P-51 Mustang Pilots Association, a member of the Louisiana Bar, U.S. District Court, U.S. Supreme Court, a former member of the New Orleans Country Club and Pendennis Club. He is survived by his son, Scott McGill Haygood; his daughter, Holly Haygood of New York City; his brother, Frederick Haygood; his sister-in-law, Doris Haygood; and his former wife, Mary McGill Haygood. He was preceded in death by his son, Reid Alexander Haygood who died in an accident in 1977 at age 23. Burial will be private. Arrangements: LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME. To view and sign the guest book please to www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000416 Hearn - Mark Leon Hearn of Kyle, TX, loving and cherished husband and father, passed away in Austin, TX, on Wednesday, November 15, 2006, at the age of 45. He was born January 29, 1961, in Lubbock, TX, to Max Leon and Lorraine (Duhon) Hearn. An entrepreneur at heart, Mark had a wonderful sense of humor; he lived life to the fullest and was devoted to his family. He was the General Manager of AMC Body and Frame, Inc. and a member of The Fellowship Church at Plum Creek. Mark is survived by his parents; his wife of 21 years, Brenda (Kinney) Hearn; son, Marcus Allan Hearn; daughter, Melissa Lynn Hearn all of Kyle, TX; brother, Allan Hearn and wife, Julissa of Hollywood, CA; mother-and father-in-law, Patrick and Barbara Kinney of Austin, TX; and brothers-in-law, Jeff Kinney of San Antonio, TX and Patrick Kinney and wife, Cheryl of Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX. Family will receive friends at Pennington Funeral Home, from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., Friday, November 17, 2006. Celebration of Life Service will be conducted at 2:00 P.M., Saturday, November 18, 2006, in the Pennington Memorial Chapel. Contributions in Mark's memory may be made to The Fellowship Church at Plum Creek, 105 Rebel Drive, Ste. 400, Kyle, TX 78640. Arrangements are under the care and guidance of Pennington Funeral Home, 323 North Comanche, San Marcos, TX 78666, 512-353-4311. Times Picayune 11-21-2006 **************************************** 000417 Hebert - Alfred Hebert died on Tuesday, November 7, 2006. Son of the late Joseph E. Hebert and Lillie Hurst Hebert. Husband of the late Evenly Hebert. Brother of Estelle Gray, the John Elphage Hebert, Jr., Edgar, Pete, Edward, Sophie, Louise, Celeste and Florence Hebert; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the service on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna, LA at 11:00 a.m. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. Interment McDonough Cemetery. Please visit our websit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the guest book. Times Picayune 11-13-2006 **************************************** 000418 Hebert - Corey 'Fat Co' Maurice Hebert, age 20, passed away on Friday, November 10, 2006. Corey is survived by: his devoted grandmother, Anita Hebert; mother, Karen Hebert-Brown (Gregory); his brothers: Charles and Christopher Hebert; his beloved aunt, Courtney Hebert; companion, Ebony Tucker; a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and special friends. Relatives, friends of the family are invited to attend his Funeral Services on Saturday, November 18, 2006, 10:00AM, at Our Lady Star of the Sea Church, 1835 St. Roch Ave. Visitation will be held from 9:00AM until the hour of service. Interment will follow at Holt Cemetery. The family will receive friends this evening at Professional Funeral Services, 605 Main St, LaPlace, LA from 4:00PM - 6:00 PM. Services entrusted to: PROFESSIONAL FUNERAL SERVICES, INC. 'Divine Service for a Divine People' 605 Main Street, LaPlace, LA. 70068 Information: (985) 652-1730 Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000419 Heigle - Margaret Usner Heigle on Saturday November 25, 2006 at 11:05 p.m. Beloved wife of the late August J. Heigle. Beloved mother of Gail H. Marks, August E. 'Buddy' and Donald J. Heigle, June H. Davis Hoffman, Edmund G., Andrew G. and Joey M. Heigle. Mother-in -Law of Donald marks. Sister of the late Wilbur, Joseph and Eugene Usner. Daughter of the late Stella and Joseph Usner. Grandmother of Tammy F. Johnson, Debbie F. Kuylen, Kathleen D. Ancelet, Joy F. Borne and Ryan 'Bubba' P. Davis. Grandmother-in-Law of Ronald Johnson, Donald Kuylen, Donald Ancelet, Alfred Borne and Cindy Davis. Great-grandmother of Coy M. and Clinton J. Ancelet, Tabitha C. and Jonathan A. Kuylen, Easton A. Ancelet, Riley E. Davis, Grace and Zachary Shankle. Great-grandmother-in- Law of Mandy Ancelet. Loving Sister-in-Law of Felecia Usner. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Aged 91 years, a native of New Orleans and a resident of Metairie for the past 20 years. Relatives and friends of the family, also employees of the City of Kenner, Tulane University, Zuppardos Economical Supermarket, Brennans House of Printing and Delta Festival Ballet are invited to attend the Funeral Services from Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home Chapel 4747 Veterans Blvd. Metairie on Friday morning December 1, 2006 at 11:00 a.m.Interment in Cypress Grove Cemetery.Friends may visit from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Thursday November 30, 2006 and after 9:00 a.m. on Friday. On line guest book available at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000420 Helluin - Therese Anne Helluin died at Ochsner Foundation Hospital on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at 10:33 p.m. She was 77. Ms. Helluin was born in Belle Rose, LA and lived in Harahan, LA for the past 36 years. She is survived by her children, Craig, Edmund and Yvette; and 2 grandchildren, Scott and Blake. Preceded in death by her parents, Aline Gay Boudreaux and Edmond Francis Helluin; and a brother Francis Clinton Helluin. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Matthew the Apostle Catholic Church, 10021 Jefferson Highway, River Ridge on Tuesday, November 7, 2006 at 12:30 p.m. Interment in Ascension Catholic Cemetery, Donaldsonville, LA. Visitation at church on Tuesday from 11:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, Masses or donations to hospice, cancer or diabetes research, or florals for St. Matthew's altar, preferred. Arrangements by L. A. Muhleisen and Son. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000421 Helmer - James 'Jimmy' Helmer passed away on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at 6:33 PM. Beloved husband of the late Melza Guidry Helmer. Father of Larry Helmer, Sr., Terry Helmer, Sr., Jerry Helmer and Karen Helmer Lightell. Son of the late Peter Helmer and Maggie Wiseman Helmer. Brother of Herman, Sr., Stanley, Sr. and the late Gerald, Morris, Sr. and Joseph Helmer. Father-in-law of Kathleen Billiot Helmer, Kathy Alexie Helmer, Dave Lightell and Pauline Cannon. Grandfather of Larry, Jr., Chad, Brad, Terry, Jr., and Jeremy Helmer, Sr.; David Lightell, Doreen H. Mayfield, Angela H. McCurley and Ashley H. Harris.Great-grandfather of Aaron, Brian, Katelyn, Nicholas, Jaelyn, Brad, Jr., Ernie, Kalei, Danica, T.J., Curtis, Jeremy, Jr., and the late Gavin Helmer; Jamie, Chad, Jr., and Austin McCurley; Mason and Jenna Mayfield and Madison Lightell. Grandfather-in-law of Michelle, James, Chad, Sr., Brandy and Sheila. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from WESTSIDE/ LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA on Monday, November 27, 2006 at 9:00 AM. Interment in St. Pius X Mausoleum in Crown Point, LA. Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 26th from 5:00 PM until 10:00 PM and on Monday from 7:00 AM until funeral time. For information, call 341-9421. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000422 Henderson - Charles Henderson on Saturday, November 11, 2006. Age 52. Survived by his loving wife, Belinda Henderson. Father of Damion Clark, Gralin Williams, Kelci Henderson, Domonique Lamison and Bessie. Stepfather of Isaac and Gerald Howard. Son of Rose and the late Charles Henderson. Brother of Brenda, Lois, Gregory and Tracey. Son-in-law of Rosa Lee Dunns. Close friend of Bennie Jefferson, Jim Hall and Harriet Perique. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, in-law, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend Funeral Services on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 12:00 noon from Holy Trinity Baptist Church, 1727 Erie St., New Orleans, LA. Visitation 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. Interment: Barthelemy Cemetery. Arrangements by D.W. RHODES FUNERAL HOME, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna, LA. Times Picayune 11-16- 2006 **************************************** 000423 Hennisen - Eva Servat Hennisen passed away on Thursday, November 16, 2006 at 8:29 AM. Age 87 years. Beloved wife of the late Edward H. Hennisen Sr. Loving mother of Edward H. Hennisen Jr. Mother-in-law of Karen Denise Hennisen. Grandmother of Shelly H. Sanders, Zachary A. Anderson and Edward H. Hennisen III. Great-grandmother of Kearstin Sanders, Kaitlyn Sanders and Allie Hennisen. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Service at Cornerstone Christian Center, 6550 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA 70072 (504-340-9944) on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at 6:00 PM. Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery. Greenwood Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. To view or sign the Family Guestbook please visit www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000424 Herbert - Juanita Stanley Herbert died on Monday, November 13, 2006 at the age of 100. She was a native of New Roads, LA, but lived most of her life in New Orleans, LA. She was relocated to Antioch, CA due to 'Hurricane Katrina', where she remained until her death on November 13. She was the mother of Sterling John Herbert, Jr. The grandmother of Tina C. Herbert of Freemont, CA and Cassandra H. Whitmore of Pittsburg, CA. The great- grandmother of Taylor Whitmore of Pittsburg, CA. Mrs. Herbert was preceded in death by her parents Edgar Stanley and Emma Stanley; 5 siblings: Emma, Walton, George Walton, Edgar Stanley Jr., Robert Stanley and Willie Stanley, Sr. She is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastor, officers and members of Sweet Home Christian Center and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the funeral services from Sweet Home Christian Center 434 Jackson Street, Kenner, LA on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at 10:00 AM. Visitation 9:00AM - 10:00AM. Interment: Mount Olivet Cemetery in New Orleans, LA. RICHARDSON FUNERAL HOME OF JEFFERSON is in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-20-2006 **************************************** 000425 Hernandez - David Alexander Hernandez on Thursday, November 2, 2006. Beloved companion of Stephenie Demoran. Father of Julianna Demoran. Son of Julio Hernandez and Maria Calderon Hernandez. Brother of Rolando, Julio Nad Michael Hernandez, Julie Alegria Marie Fino and Griselda Oddo. Age 33 years. A native and lifelong resident of Gretna, LA. Funeral services and interment were privately held on Sunday, November 5, 2006 at Mothe Funeral Home, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA. Times Picayune 11-6-2006 **************************************** 000426 Heuchan - John Pickett Heuchan 'Cajun John', 1943-2006, 63 years of age, of Pensacola, FL., passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2006, following a lengthy illness. John was born May 29, 1943 in New Orleans , LA and has been a resident of Pensacola for many years. He was employed at NAS Pensacola as a HVAC mechanic. He has been a friend of 'Bill W's' for 22 years. John is survived by his wife, Lisa; son, Marcus Heuchan of New Orleans; stepson, Jonathon Gent; sister, Caroline Heuchan of Pensacola; brother, Bob Heuchan of Atlanta; a special niece, Kathy Melancon of Alexandria, LA. A Memorial Service will be held at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at Faith Chapel Funeral Home on Beverly Pkwy, Pensacola, FL. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Times Picayune 11-21-2006 **************************************** 000427 Heurtin - Kay Duhe Heurtin, on Wednesday, November 1, 2006 at 3:45 P.M. in Norco. Wife of Floyd Joseph Heurtin, Sr. of Norco. Daughter of the late Eddie E. Duhe, Sr. and Helen Faucheaux Duhe. Mother and mother-in-law of Penny and Timothy Blank of St. Amant; Lisa Ramos of Norco; Floyd Jr. and Geren Heurtin of Baton Rouge, Steve Heurtin of Amite; Mitchell and Maureen Heurtin; Montz Heurtin and the late Timothy Heurtin. Sister of Margaret Laurent, Carol Dufresne, Linda Duhe, Eddie Duhe, Jr. and Tommy Duhe, all of Norco and James Duhe of LaPlace. Also survived by 11 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Age 70, a native and resident of Norco. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00 noon on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Destrehan. Interment in church mausoleum. Visitation at H.C. Alexander Funeral Home in Norco from on Saturday from 9:00 A.M. until 11:30 A.M. H.C. ALEXANDER FUNERAL HOME of Norco in charge. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000428 Higgins - David J. Higgins entered into eternal rest on Thursday, November 9, 2006. Husband of Betty Higgins. Devoted father of Janice Phillips, Donald, Lairy, Michael, Annette , Kevin, Aaron and Terry Higgins. Stepfather of Debbie and Vernon Batiste. Brother of Percy Paine. Also survived by 12 grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Age 78 years. A native and resident of Gretna, La. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service from Davis Mortuary Service, 230 Monroe St., Gretna, La. on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 10:00 A.M. (No Wake). Visitation from 9:00 a.m. until service time. Interment: New Hope Cemetery, Gretna, La. Arrangements By DAVIS MORTUARY SERVICE 230 Monroe St. Gretna, La. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000429 Hindermann - Crawford Ellis Hindermann, Jr., better known to his friends as Toby, passed away on Saturday, November 11th, 2006 at age 65. He was the grandson of Crawford Ellis of New Orleans, LA and the son of Nancy Powers LaCour of Pass Christian, Mississippi. Toby attended Middlesex School and Brown University and worked for many years at the Connecticut Bank and Trust Company in Hartford as a trust officer. He is survived by three children: Crawford 'Terry' Ellis (Trisha) Hindermann III of Arlington, VA, David Tyler (Laura) Hindermann of W. Roxbury, MA and Nancy Taylor Hindermann of Newport, RI; as well as his sister, Lorraine LaCour Guiza; and brothers: Jonathon Powers LaCour, Peter Averill LaCour and Nicholas Taylor LaCour. He was very loved and will be missed by his friends and family. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, November 18th, 2006 at 4:00 a.m. at Lake Lawn Cemetery, New Orleans, LA. OXLEY-HAARD FUNERAL DIRECTORS, Fernandina Beach, FL. Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000430 Hoffman - Elizabeth 'Liz' Hoffman, '39' years young to all who knew her well departed this life at her home on Sunday, November 5, 2006. Liz was born in Tennessee but a life long resident of New Orleans and, an avid French Quarter Socialite. Liz worked through out the French Quarter during her life and was most recently employed at Iggy's Bar in the Marigny. Liz was the youngest daughter of Leon and Molly Luttrell, the sister of L.T. Luttrell, Robert Luttrell and Mildred Stark. Liz was the widow of Ronald G. Hoffman Sr. and loving and caring mother of Angel Hoffman, John L. Hoffman, Ronald G. Hoffman Jr. and Ronda J. Rotunda. Loving grandmother of James Rotunda Jr., Joseph Rotunda, Jennifer Rotunda, Nicole Hoffman, Dustin Lewis Jr and Trevor Valensky. Great Grandmother of Jena Rotunda. Liz was a loving friend to many. But, throughout her lifetime, Lorraine Freas, was closest to her than anyone, like a sister, and shared everything and every aspect of her life including, working at Iggy's. Liz also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins and many friends and associates. Liz is now happily rejoined with her parents, Leon and Mollie Luttrell, Sister, Mildred Stark, grandson, Joseph Rotunda, husband , Ronald Hoffman, Sr. and many other relatives and friends. A Funeral Service will be held at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Friday, November 10, 2006 at 2:00 PM. Visitation Friday afternoon from 12 Noon until funeral time. Interment will be private. Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000431 Hoffman - Doris Parr Hoffman joined other loved ones in eternal rest on Friday, November 24, 2006 at 3:40 PM. Age 85 years. Doris was preceded in death by father Albert A. Parr and mother Margaret Johns Parr. Beloved wife of the late Oscar P. Hoffman Sr. Loving mother of Oscar P. Hoffman Jr. and wife Erna. Grandmother of David Hoffman and wife Kristen; Krista Hoffman Carpenter and husband Tim; and Susan Hoffman Bonnett and husband George. Great-grandmother of Amanda and Ryan Hoffman; Timothy, Stephen and Murphy Carpenter and Joshua Bonnett. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Greenwood Funeral Home Chapel, (Formerly All Faiths) (486-0880) 5200 Canal Blvd. on Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will be on Tuesday from 9:00 AM until time of Service. In lieu of flowers, contributions please, to the Volunteers of America 4152 Canal St. New Orleans LA 70119. To view or sign the Family Guestbook please visit www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000432 Holder - Felicia Mustin Holder, better known as 'Jenny'. Jenny, 51 years of age, a loving mother and wife, passed away at 10:25 am on October 31, 2006 after a courageous battle with cancer. She was a native of Houma, LA and a resident of Sorrento , LA. She is survived by her husband, Phillip 'Keith' Holder; two sons and daughters in law: Michael and Kylene A. Holman Jr. and Chris and Kellie J. Holder; two daughters and sons in law: Mary Elizabeth 'Beth' G. and Ryan Poche and Kim H. and Garen Encalade; brother, Tony H. Mustin; sisters, Dorinda Mustin O'Brien and Cynthia 'Cindy' Mustin; and four grandchildren: Dion Holder, Joseph Holman, Carliegh Holder, and Abigail Poche. Preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Dorothy Cochran Mustin; son, Phillip Holder, Jr.; step-brother, Kerry Buras Sr.; step-sister, Crystal Buras and step-mother, Paula Mustin. Visitation will be Thursday, November 2, 2006 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Rose Lynn Funeral Services, Lutcher, LA and resumes on Friday, November 3, 2006 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, St. Amant , LA from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. A Mass of Christian burial will be at 10:00 a.m. at the church, followed by interment in the Holy Rosary Church 's cemetery. Rose Lynn Funeral Services (225) 869-0000 are in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000433 Holmes - Hattie Mae Anderson Holmes entered into eternal rest on Monday, November 6, 2006 at her residence. Daughter of the late Leroy and Willie Mae Anderson. She leaves to cherish her memories: her devoted husband of 47 years, William 'Billy' Holmes; her children, Stephanie (Griffin) Eleby, Pamela Holmes, Mervin (Hope) Anderson and Roschell Holmes. Sister of J.C. Butler (Barbara Ann) of Summit, MS, Shirley Ann Anderson Evans (Percy) of Bogue Chitto, MS, Georgia 'Diane' Anderson (Nathaniel) of McComb, MS, Thelma Jean Anderson of McComb, MS and the late Arthur and Betty Jean Anderson. Sister-in-law of Doris Holmes, Mona Lisa Anderson, the late Sarah, J.C. and Robert Holmes. Foster mother of Sabrina Roland and Missy Chevis. Devoted friend of Frances Sanford and Lorraine Gray. Also survived by 11 grandchildren, 1 great-grandchild, 6 godchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Pilgrim Progress Baptist Church; employees of Oschner Medical Center and Diversified Health are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Friday, November 10, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at Pilgrim Progress Baptist Church, 3600 Loyola Ave. Rev. Joshua Davis, officiating. Visitation from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Further Religious Services on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Society Hill Baptist Church, McComb, MS. Interment: Dinah Memorial Cemetery #1, McComb, MS. Professional services entrusted to ESTELLE J. WILSON FUNERAL HOME,2715 Danneel Street, NOLA. Receiving Funeral Home, Cook's Enterprise in McComb, MS. Information: (504) 895-4903. Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000434 Holtzman - Alan McKim Holtzman passed on Thursday, November 16, 2006 at the age of 87. He was the husband of the late Jean Broaddus Holtzman. He is survived by his children: Alan McKim Holtzman, Jr. and his wife, Debbie, Leslie Wood Holtzman and her husband, Robert Ott and Eric Louis Holtzman and his wife, Shannon. He was the beloved grandfather of Elaine McKim Holtzman, Julie Evan Holtzman, Carolyn Wood Holtzman and Larkin McConnell Holtzman. He was the son of the late Merwin Ritchie Holtzman and Helen Wood Holtzman. Dr. Holtzman was born on July 9, 1919 in Madison, Indiana. He graduated from DePauw University in Greencastle, Indiana and was a member of Delta Tau Delta. Alan served in the United State Army during WWII. He graduated from the the University of Louisville Medical School in 1944 and practiced Psychiatry at Ochsner Foundation Hospital from 1957 to 1986. He enjoyed living in New Orleans, LA for 49 years. We will hold him in our hearts forever. The relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Memorial Gathering at St. Charles Avenue Presbyterian Church, 1545 State St. in New Orleans on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at 11:00 AM with a Memorial Service to follow at 1:00 PM. Inurnment will be private at Garden of Memories. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to the Audubon Nature Institute Development Department, 6500 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70118. Leitz- Eagan Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Please sign the online guestbook at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000435 Honaker - John Frederick Honaker passed away peacefully to be with the Lord at his residence on Sunday, November 26, 2006. Husband of the late Percy Lindsay Honaker for 60 years. Beloved Father of Fredine Honaker Tranchina and the late Francis Thomas Honaker. Father-in-law of Terry F. Tranchina. Son of the late Mary Bell Anderson and Isacc Honaker. Brother of the late Douglas F. Honaker and Vivian Honaker Brister. Step-brother of the late Charles McDaniel and Mabel Stewart. Grandfather of Gary Tranchina, Kevin Tranchina, Terri Travirca, Jody Honaker, Halley Honaker and the late Keith Honaker. Also survived by five great grand grandchildren and one great great grandson. Age: 90 years. A native of Bogalusa, LA and a resident of Slidell since 1937. 'Mr . Fred' was manager of Poole Funeral Home in Slidell for many years before acquiring Forest Lawn Cemetery and opening the first combination funeral home/cemetery operation in Louisiana in 1971. He was very active in his community by serving as Slidell City Alderman from 1958 to 1966. He was a charter member of Slidell Lodge No. 2321, B. P.O. E. and was a member of the Ritual Degree team for many years; Member and Past President of the Slidell Noon Lions Club (Melvin Jones Fellow); 50 Year Member of Slidell Lodge No. 311, F. & A.M. and Pontchartrain Chapter No. 68, Royal Arch Masons; a U.S. Navy veteran serving during WWII and member of American Legion Post 185, Slidell La., Member and former Deacon and Sunday School Teacher at First Baptist Church in Slidell. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Services at HONAKER FUNERAL HOME,1751 GAUSE Blvd. WEST (IN FOREST LAWN CEMETERY), Slidell, LA on Wednesday, November 29, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. Rev. Jim Baham, officiating. Interment in FOREST LAWN CEMETERY. Visitation on Wednesday after 11:00 A. M. with Masonic Services at 1 P.M. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000436 Horton - Milton Johntell (Bookie) Horton departed this life on Saturday, November 18, 2006. Loving and dedicated husband of Trachelle Horton. Father of Elouise Hampton, Milton Jr. and Ny Jae' Horton and Kobe Hollerman. Son of alice Horton and Milton Ray. Brother of Toni and Nicole Horton, Dione James, Rosiland Ray, Earl Horton, Brian, James and Timothy Ray. Son-in-law of Tracy (Dwayne) Cross and Wallace (Tanya) Craft. Grandson of Linda Parker. Great-grandson of Queen Francis. Godfather of Russell Whittington and Dymond Barrow. Closest friend of Jermal Mills, Michael Smith, Robert Anderson, Kewain Richardson and Troy Darensburg. Preceeded in death by Anthony 'J' . Devoted 'Pops' Anthony Randle, Sr. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Age 30 years. A native of Native White Castle, La. and a resident of Westwego, La. Relatives and friends of the family, are invited to attend the Funeral Service from davis Mortuary Service, 230 Monroe St., Grertna, La. on Wednesday, November 23, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. (No Wake). Visitation from 9:00 a.m. until service time. Interment: Woodlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Westwego, La. Arrangements by DAVIS MORTUARY SERVICE 230 Monroe St., Gretna, La. Times Picayune 11-21-2006 **************************************** 000437 Hubbard - William R. Hubbard, Jr., age 87 years of New Orleans, LA, passed away on Tuesday, October 31, 2006 at 9:30 a.m. in Baton Rouge, LA. Beloved husband of the late Vera McCain Hubbard. Son of the late William B. Hubbard, Sr. and Lelia Barbarin Hubbard Frazier. Stepson of the late Samuel Frazier and Elenora Hubbard. Father of William R. Hubbard III of Birmingham, Alabama, Jacqueline H. Trim, Joyce H. Duplessis, Sandra H. Tucker, Lorraine H. Franklin, Lelia H. Turner and the late Barbara H. Henderson. Also survived by 16 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, a host of relatives and friends. Relatives, friends and employees of Illinois Central Railroad, East Baton Rouge Parish Schools, Mohican Education Center, James Singleton Charter School, Greater North Shore Full Gospel, Alfred Lawless Sr. High School, Jefferson Parish Schools and members of St. David Catholic Church are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. at Blessed Sacrament, 5018 Constance Street. Father Joseph Campion will be the celebrant. Interment in Mount Olivet Cemetery, N.O., La. Arrangements by D.W. RHODES FUNERAL HOME. Visit our website at: www.rhodesfuneral.com. Times Picayune 11-7-2006 **************************************** 000438 Huber - Henry Edward 'Eddie', Huber, Jr., on Monday, November 27, 2006. Husband of Marian Mortelaro Huber. Son of the late Louise Monier Huber and Henry Edward Huber, Sr. Father of Sonia Huber Moore and the late Wanda Huber Negrotto and Edie Huber. Father-in-law of Gary Moore. Brother of Lloyd Huber. Grandfather of Joel Keller, Karen Keller, Brad Negrotto, Kristy Moore and Tiffany Moore. Great-grandfather of Cobi Keller, Alexander Medina, Isabella Negrotto and Kade Keller. A native of New Orleans and a resident of Metairie. Age 82. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Service at the graveside in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum, on Friday, December 1, 2006, at 11:00 am. Arrangements by LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the American Heart Association preferred. Please sign and view the Family Guestbook at www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-30- 2006 **************************************** 000439 Hudson - Lawrence Fred Hudson died on Thursday, November 9, 2006. Son of the late Frad Hudson and Alma Ross Hudson. Husband of Mose Addison Hudson. Father of Lawrence Jr., Kikki and Nikki Hudson. Brother of Etta Christian, Susan Hudson, the late Florence Lee and Willie Hudson, Sr. Also survived by 5 grandchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also priest and parishioners of St. Matthias Catholic Church; employees of Veterans Administration Hospital and Urban League of New Orleans are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at St. Matthias Catholic Church, 4230 So. Board St. at 11:00 a.m. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. Father Frederick Asuming, officiating. Interment Lake Lawn Cemetery, Metairie, LA. Arrangements by D.W. RHODES FUNERAL HOME, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna, LA. Please visit our website www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the guest book. Times Picayune 11- 17-2006 **************************************** 000440 Hurd - Brad Louis Hurd, 22, of Fairbanks, Alaska , died Thursday, October 26, 2006. He was born March 14, 1984 in Covington, son of Fred Hurd and Kimberly Ann Summers Hoyt, and LTC Richard Hoyt. Surviving are 4 brothers, Ricky, Robby,and Ryan Hoyt, and Tyler Hurd; a sister Rachel Hoyt; and grandparents, Pat and Eddie Ramon, Bill and Beverly Summers, and Alice and Richard Hoyt. Friends will be received Saturday, November 4, 2006 at Harry McKneely & Son in Ponchatoula from 8:30 AM until the 10 AM Funeral Home Chapel Service, conducted by Rev. Glynn Fendlason.Interment will follow in the Parklawn Memorial Gardens, Hammond, Louisiana. Email condolences to: hmckneely@i-55.com / subject line: Hurd. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000441 Hutchinson - Mark F. Hutchinson died on Friday, November 10, 2006, at the Eljen Convalescence Home in Las Vegas, NV suffering from Alzheimer's disease. He was 82. Mark was the son of the late John Hutchinson and Esther Flot Hutchinson. Husband of the late Dorothy Love Hutchinson. He had 2 children: Marasha H. Houston and John Hutchinson. He leaves to mourn 5 grandchildren; siblings: Joseph and Sidney Hutchinson, Anastasia H. Hammond, Ernestine H. Eley, Anita H. Alexis, Juanita A. Dupart and the late Thomas Hutchinson; 2 sisters-in-law: Jeanne Love Hall and Margaret D. Hutchinson; 1 brother-in-law, Delton Dupart; also a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. Mark retired from Hughes Aircraft Co. in Los Angeles, CA. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, November 17, 2006 at Holy Cross Chapel in Los Angeles, CA. Visiting from 10:00 a.m. until the Mass of Celebration. Interment in Holy Cross Cemetery next to his wife. Condolences and expressions may be sent to the Family of Mark Hutchinson, 3252 Suttersfort Street, North Las Vegas, Neveda 89032. PALM MORTUARY of Las Vegas, NV in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-15-2006 **************************************** 000442 Hymes - Clara Barconey Hymes, age 96, on Saturday, October 21, 2006 in Houston, Texas where she evacuated during Hurricane Katrina. She was born in Edgard, Louisiana on September 3, 1910 to Madeline (Williams) and Nathan Barconey. She moved to New Orleans, LA and married the late Richard Hymes. She has left to cherish beautiful memories two daughters: R. Marie H. Prevost and Carol H. Fuller; one son-in-law, Carl E. Fuller, Sr.; eight grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; eight great-great-grandchildren: a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She was also preceded in death by two daughters: Evelina B. Robinson and Geraldine H. Wallace; two sisters: Geneva B. Wilson and Janetta Barconey; and two brothers: Douglas and Deamus Barconey. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Berean Presbyterian Church, 1629 Simon Bolivar Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70113 on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation at 10:00 a.m. Interment at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. NO WAKE. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC. in charge. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000443 Icard - Aline Pfister Icard, age 83, passed away on Sunday, November 5, 2006 at Oak Lane Wellness and Rehabilitation Center in Eunice, La. Aline, a native of New Orleans, LA was a loving wife, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was active with the Ladies VFW Auxiliary of Chalmette. She had a very out-going personality. People called her 'Angel' because of her good and caring spirit. She enjoyed a good life and will be sadly missed, but will remain in our hearts forever. She is survived by a brother, Robert Bigler of Metairie; two children, daughter, Earleen Icard Federico, and her husband Russell Joseph Federico, Jr. of Covington, and son Donald Joseph Icard, Sr., and his wife Carolyn Savoy Icard of Lafayette. Eight grandchildren: Donald Icard, Jr. and spouse, Ann Mills Icard of Beaumont; Chad Icard and spouse, Toni Marin Icard of Lafayette; Russell Federico III and spouse Jamie Starr Federico of Arabi, Arleen Federico Landry and spouse, Arnold Landry of Chalmette; Andy L. Icard of Lafayette; Marleen Federico of Chalmette; David Icard of Houston; Karleen Federico Pilet and spouse, David Pilet of Abita Springs. Six great-grandchildren: Luke Icard, Ethan Icard, Morgan Thibodeaux, Ali Icard, Alyse Landry, and Andrew Landry.Aline was preceded in death by her loving husband, Henry Joseph Icard, III, mother Katherine DiMacco Bigler; father Louis Pfister and step-father, Robert T. Bigler. The family would like to thank Louisiana Hospice and Palliative Care of Opelousas and the attentive staff at Oak Lane, who gave outstanding care. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at 2:00p.m. Interment will follow in All Saints Mausoleum. Visitation will begin at 12:00 noon. Pallbearers will be Don Icard, Jr., Chad Icard, Russell Federico, David Pilet, Andy Icard and Arnold Landry. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you make a donation in her name to Louisiana Hospice and Palliative Care, 4871 I-49 South Service Rd. Opelousas, La 70570. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-8-2006 **************************************** 000444 Imbraguglio - Mayme Pearl McConnell Imbraguglio, of Slidell, LA, on Monday, November 20, 2006, at Northshore Regional Medical Center. Beloved Wife of Anthony Frank Imbraguglio. Mother of Maurice Morgan Higgins. Daughter of Beulah Mae Hamilton McConnell and the late Thomas Morgan McConnell. Sister of Margaret E. Henley, Elinor R. Carriere, the late Charles R., Thomas H. and Robb H. McConnell. Age 80 years. A native of Birmingham, AL. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services at HONAKER FUNERAL HOME,1751 GAUSE Blvd. WEST (IN FOREST LAWN CEMETERY), Slidell, LA on Friday, November 24, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. Interment in FOREST LAWN CEMETERY. Visitation on Friday after 11:00 A.M. until funeral time. Arrangements by HONAKER FUNERAL HOME, INC., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 11-23-2006 **************************************** 000445 Irvin - Russell Irvin, Jr. departed this life, at West Jefferson Medical Center, on Sunday, October 29, 2006 at 11:55a.m. Beloved husband of the late Shirley Jackson Irvin. Devoted father of Elton (Melvina), Brian, Sr. (Sheri), Blair, Sr. (Wanda), Wendel, Kendel, Sr. (Brenda), and Jaicia. Beloved grandfather of Blair, Jr., Brian, Jr., Ranell, Brandon, Olivia, Angel, Kendel, Jr., and Jaquan. Son of the late Russell, Sr. and Helen Irvin. Brother of Henry, Sr., Harold, Sr., Benjamin (Althea), Rosalind (Clyde), Harris, Sr. (Consuela), Mandaline, Adam (Selena), Beverly (Greg), Algy (Mary), Alton (Doris), Juliette (Bertrand), Ann (Julius), Carl (Valez), Patricia (Leslie), Errol (Cynthia), Cheryl, Shelia, Reggie, and Eric. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends . Age 72 years. A native of New Orleans, La. and a resident of Marrero, La. Relatives and friends also pastors, officers, and members of Regular, Second Highway , Greater Mount Calvary, Morning Star, St. Paul, Greater King Solomon, Sixth Baptist Churches and neighboring churches; employees of Johns Manville, Witco Chemical, Jefferson Transit Authority, Jefferson Parish Public Works, Johnny Jacob Playground, Jefferson Parish School Board, Recovery School District, and A Cut Above Barber & Beauty Salon are invited to attend the Celebration of Life at Mt Herman B.C., 3512 Highway 90, Avondale, La. on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at 11:00a.m. Dr. Sean Terrance Elder, Sr. officiating. Visitation from 8:00a.m. until service time at the above named church. Interment: McDonoghville Cemetery, Gretna, La. Arrangements by DAVIS MORTUARY SERVICES 230 Monroe St., Gretna, LA Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000446 Isemann - Glenn D. Isemann, passed away on November 26, 2006. Beloved husband of Robyn Orgeron Isemann. Father of Christopher Glenn, Patrick David, Brandon Glenn and Sarah Lynn Isemann. Son of Melvin P. Isemann, Jr. and the late Martha Alexander Isemann. Brother of Patricia Isemann Ducros. Grandfather of Layla, Savannah, David, Cameron and one expectant grandson. Uncle and Godfather of Genevieve 'Jena' Ducros. Also survived by many loving relatives and friends. Age 45 years and a lifelong resident of Harvey, LA.Relatives, friends and employees of West Jefferson Medical Center are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expy., Harvey, LA on Thursday, November 30, 2006 at 11 AM. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park. Parlors will be open Wednesday from 6 PM to 11 PM and Thursday from 8 AM to 11 AM. Information, 366-4343. Times Picayune 11- 29-2006 **************************************** 000447 Ishee - George G. Ishee, of Slidell, LA on Monday, October 30, 2006, at Hyland Hospital in Picayune MS. Beloved Husband of: Mary Nell Ishee. Father of Jeffrey Ishee, Carolyn Tusa, Janet Baudry and Maureen Jackson. Brother of Loula Ella Pilgrim. Also survived by five grandchildren: Chad Jackson, Lauren Tusa, Taylor Baudry, Rachel Ishee and Alex Ishee and one great-grandchild: Cadence Jackson. Age: 86 years. A native of Hickory, MS. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Services at HONAKER FUNERAL HOME,1751 GAUSE Blvd. WEST (IN FOREST LAWN CEMETERY), Slidell, LA on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 11:00 A.M.Interment in FOREST LAWN CEMETERY. Visitation on Saturday from 9:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000448 Isom - Joseph Antoine (Ninety-nine) Isom of Vacherie, La. on Sunday, November 19, 2006 at River Parishes Hospital, LaPlace, La. Husband of Carmen Moses Isom. Former husband of the late Alana Baham Isom. Father of Joseph Jr., Glenn, Kent, Michael Isom and the late Aldon and Michael Anthony Isom. Brother of Joseph Henry Isom, Sr., and the late Eloise I. Bertholomew, Theresa I. Oubgre, Lovinia I. Dumas, Raymond Isom, Helen I. Nelson, Agnes I. Tassin and Gosllia I. Steib. Father-in-law of Lisa, Deidre and Demekla Isom. Grandfather of Angeliqaue, Brandon, Isaiah, Matthew and Mileah Isom. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A native and resident of Vacherie, La. Age 70 years. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastor, officers and members of the Rising Star B.C., LaPlace, Highway B.C. and First Baptist Church, Employees of Twin Oaks Nursing Home are invited to attend the funeral services on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from the Baloney Funeral Home LLC, 1911 Highway 18, Edgard, La. Rev. Donald August officiating. Interment: Pilgrim Cemetery, Martin Luther King Street, Vacherie, La. Visitation at the funeral home after 10:00 a.m. The Baloney Funeral Home, LLC 399 Earl Baloney Dr., Garyville, La. 70051 985-535-2540 In charge of arrangements Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000449 Jackson - Austin Buster Jackson, Jr., died on Monday, November 6, 2006 at the D'Ville House Nursing Home in Donaldsonville, LA. He was 60 years old and a native of New Orleans, LA. Austin was a former employee of the United States Corps of Engineers. He was the son of the late Austin B. Jackson, Sr. and Margie Williams Jackson. Austin was the father of two sons; Ryan Anthony Jackson and Austin Buster Jackson III and one daughter; Latoya Cain. He was the brother of seven sisters; Effie Jones, Margie Swatt, Barbara Vaughn, Shelia Belton, Anita Jackson, Brenda Jones, and the late Glenda Stewart; seven brothers; George, Bobby, Ronald, Mark, Milton, Curtis and the late Michael Jackson. He was the nephew of a devoted Aunt Dorothy Henderson. Visiting at Asbury Methodist Church in White Castle, LA, on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 10:00 am until religious services at 12:00 noon. Interment at Church Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Demby & Son Funeral Home, Inc. in Donaldsonville, LA Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000450 Jackson - Darryl Anthony Jackson, Jr. Sunrise: June 4, 1952 Sunset: November 23, 2006 Son of Mrs. Beatrice Warren and the late Howard Warren. Beloved wife of 34 years, Mrs. Kay F.G. Jackson, 4 children, Darryl Jr., Darren, Kaydrey Anna and Derrick Jackson. Brother of Linda Foster, Diane and Deborah Jackson, Patricia Collins, Judy and Lenora Warren, Constance Kennie, Henry Porter and the late Robert Porter. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also employees and staff of Mobil Refinery (Chalmette) and Brown and Root Chemical plant are invited to attend the visitation on Friday, December 1, 2006 at Gertrude Geddes Willis Funeral Home, 2120 Jackson Avenue from 8:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. Followed by funeral services at 10:30 a.m. Interment: Resthaven Memorial Park. NO WAKE. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC. in charge. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. Times Picayune 11- 30-2006 **************************************** 000451 Jackson - Junious Edward Jackson passed away on Friday, October 27, 2006. He is survived by 5 children, Patsy Jackson, Joann Williams, Oveal J. Woods, Ferdinand Jackson and Edward Jackson. 5 siblings, Elizabeth Brooks, Elizabeth Turner, Lionel Green, Johnny and Benjiman Jackson, a devoted caretaker and grandson, Donald Jackson, 19 grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. He joins in glory his loving wife Albertha Jackson, 1 daughter Carrie Jackson, 3 sons, Ernest, Henry and Andrew Jackson, 1 stepson, Robert Montegomery. The homegoing celebration will be on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 11:00am, at St. James Methodist Church, 1925 Ursuline Ave. NOLA, visitation will begin at 10:00am until the hour of service, interment will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Services Entrusted to: Professional Funeral Services, Inc. 'Divine Service for a Divine People' 1620 Elysian Fields Ave. New Orleans, LA 70117 (504) 948-7447 Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000452 Jackson - Leotha (Blue) Harper Jackson, a retired paraprofessional for Orleans Parish School Board and girl coach for NORD Playground, departed this life on Saturday, November 4, 2006 of pulmonary disease, she was 77. Beloved mother of Marlon Michael and Erroll Brian Jackson. Grandmother of Kevin Kellup and Blackmon. Sister of Emma H. Bryan and William (Alice) Harper. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Bread of Life Baptist Church and St. John AME Church and all neighboring churches, former employees of Orleans Parish School Board and NORD; employees of QJ Catering, Innovation Health Services, Paramount Recreation & Health Center, Odyssey Hospice Group, Brook City Base, Choctaw Contractors and Ma Harper's Creole Restaurant are invited to attend the Homegoing Celebration on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Murray Henderson Funeral Home, 1209 Teche Street, Algiers, LA. Rev. Kevin Jackson, officiating. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. Interment in McDonoghville Cemetery, Gretna, LA. MURRAY HENDERSON FUNERAL HOME in charge. Times Picayune 11-13-2006 **************************************** 000453 Jackson - Lisa Ann Jackson, age 44, departed this life on Friday, November 17, 2006 in Memphis, Tennessee, after a brief illness. Daughter of the late William Floyd Jackson, Sr. and Birdie Lee Jackson. Loving mother of Terron Floyd Jackson. Sister of William Floyd Jr., Steven, Mark, William, Todd, Keith and Paula Jackson. Also survived by 5 grandchildren, 1 uncle, 1 aunt, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. A native of New Orleans, LA, resided in Cape Cod, MA for 20 years and resident of Memphis, TN since Hurricane Katrina. Relatives and friends of the family; pastor, officers and members of Israelite Baptist Church, Aramart Co. and Cape Cod Hospital of MA are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Israelite Baptist Church, 2100 Martin Luther King Blvd. on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. Rev. Johnnie E. Jackson, Memphis, TN, officiating, host Pastor Rev. Emmanuel Smith. Interment Providence Cemetery. Services entrusted to CHRISTIAN FUNERAL HOME, Memphis, TN. Times Picayune 11-24- 2006 **************************************** 000454 Jackson - Shelia Denise Hampton-Jackson died peacefully, at Taylor Hospital in Ridley Park, Penn., on Tuesday, November 14, 2006. Wife of Oberon Jackson, Sr. Mother of Oberon Jackson, Jr. and Aaron Jackson. Daughter of Wilbert and elvera Hampton. Sister of Joy Hampton, Kim Hampton and Shawn Hampton. Also survived by 2 nieces: Asley and Amber Hampton; along with a host of other relatives and friends. Age 48 years. A resident of New Orleans, La. and a resident of Chester, Penn. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Hosanna Fellowship International Ministries are invited to attend the Funeral Service from Hosanna Fellowship International Ministries, 400 Weidman Gretna, La. on Wednesday, November 23, 2006 at10:00 a.m. (No Wake). Visitation from 9:00 a.m. until service time. Arrangements by DAVIS MORTUARY SERVICE 230 Monroe St., Gretna, La. Times Picayune 11-21-2006 **************************************** 000455 Jacob - Marie Therese Richaud Jacob on Wednesday, November 15, 2006 at 12:17 PM. Beloved wife of Prentice 'Jake' J. Jacob. Daughter of the late Nemour Richaud and Lucie Millet Richaud. After 30 years of service with South Central Bell, she retired in 1979. Mrs. Jacob is survived by many nieces and nephews. Age 87 years. A native of New Orleans, LA, lived in Reserve, LA for 30 years, and a resident of New Orleans, LA for more than 40 years and of Belle Chasse, LA since 1990. Relatives and friends of the family, also members of Telecommunication Pioneers of America and AARP are invited to attend the Funeral Services in the Chapel of Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 1PM. Interment in St. Peter Cemetery, Reserve, LA. Visitation at the funeral home on Saturday from 9AM until Funeral time. Times Picayune 11-17- 2006 **************************************** 000456 James - Jerome Brian 'Jr' James, Owner of Brothers Keepers, departed this life on Thursday November 9, 2006 in Reserve, La., Son of Antoinette James Francois and Jerome Fobb, Stepson of Stefoin Francois Sr., Brother of Antjuanya, Ankia, and Jeremy James, Stefoin Jr., and Alphone Smith, Grandson Mary James, Herfert and Onie Fobb, Sr., and the late Lawrence James, Sr., also survived by 1 nephew Timothy Gauff Jr., and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Age 23. Pastor, Officers and Members of New Wine Christian fellowship, Rising Star B.C. and all neighboring churches, employees of Shell Norco, River Bend Truck Stop, and St. Rose Nursery are invited to attend service on Saturday November 18, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at the above name church 1929W. Airline Hwy Laplace, La., Rev. Neil Bernard, Officiating, Interment Golden Wreath Cemetery, Lutcher, La. Viewing from 10:00 am until Service Time. Service Entrusted to Hobson Brown Funeral Home Garyville, LA. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000457 Jeanjacques - Joseph 'Joe' Jeanjacques, a retired master plasterer, age 78, on Wednesday, October 25, 2006. Beloved father of Jeanette T. Jeanjacques, Joseph L. Jeanjacques, Sr., Marilyn J. Perkins, the late Helena M. Jeanjacques and Donna J. Jett. Stepfather of Sidney Robertson III and William Robertson, Sr. Former husband of the late Theodora Crowden Jeanjacques. Companion of the late Estelle Robertson. Son of the late Louis Jeanjacques and Agnes Caldwell. Brother of the late Oge' Jeanjacques and Wilfred DeJean. Father-in-law of Daryl Jett, Carol H. Jeanjacques and the late Macleter LaFrance Jeanjacques. Grandfather of Joseph L. Jeanjacques, Jr. Dwayne M. Jeanjacques, Courtney J. Taylor, Jineane A. Perkins, Ralph Martin and the late Shantie Molison. Also survived by 12 great- grandchildren; a devoted godchildren, Mildred D. Carr; a devoted cousin, Jesse Williams; a devoted friend, Marie Bush; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of True Vine B.C. and Christian Mission B.C.; employees of Jeanjacques Legal Support Service, Sprint Communications, GE Healthcare (IDX System Corp), McDonough #35 School, The Poorboys Fishing and Social Club, K Deutch Law Firm, and Sav-A-Center are invited to attend the Funeral Service at True Vine Baptist Church, 2008 Marigny St. on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. Visitation 8:00 - 10:00 a.m. Rev. Donald C. Jeanjacques, officiating. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to the American Heart Association. D.W. RHODES FUNERAL HOME in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000458 Jefferson - Gustavia Chambers Jefferson died on Thursday, November 16, 2006. She was a native of Bunkie, LA and a resident of St. Rose, LA. She was the wife of Leslie Jefferson, Sr. Mother of Leslie, Darrell, Linda Jefferson and Donna Washington of Stockton, CA. Grandmother of twelve: Kechia, Kuane, Kyndra, LaToya, Jeuane, Jamal, Trishton, Leslie, Darrell Jr., Devyn, Deon and Daunte. Great- grandmother of nine. Mother-in-law of Malcolm Washington of Stockton, CA. Grandmother-in-law of Antron Barron of Elk Grove, CA. Survived by a host of relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastor, officers and members of Pilgrim Baptist Church are invited to attend funeral services from Pilgrim Baptist Church, 2114 3rd St, Kenner, LA on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at 1:00 PM. Pastor Mitchell Stevens, Sr. officiating. Visitation 11:00 AM. Interment: Jefferson Memorial Gardens in St. Rose, LA. RICHARDSON FUNERAL HOME OF JEFFERSON is in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-20-2006 **************************************** 000459 Jennings - Ned Jennings, Jr. departed this life on Monday, October 30, 2006. Age 83. A native of New Orleans, LA and resident of Emeryville, CA. Son of the late Lucy Pipkins Jennings and Ned Jennings, Sr. Husband of the late Earline Jennings. Father of Nathaniel and Denise Jennings, Lenore J. (Gregory) King, Valerie J. (Gerald) Trainer, the late Elisa and Stephanie Jennings. Ned also fathered with late Olga Williams five daughters: Donna Jennings, JoAnn Brown, Gwendolyn Willliams, Lucy (Donald) Bush and the late Geraldine Williams. Brother of Marion J. Jones (Los Angeles, CA), Gloria 'Emmadell' J. Watts, the late James L. Jennings, Laura J. Knibbs and Anna J. Thomas. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the Jennings family are invited to attend Funeral Services on Friday, November 17, 2006 at Murray Henderson Funeral Home, 1209 Teche Street, Algiers, LA at 10:00 a.m. Visitation at 9:00 a.m. Interment in Rest Lawn Cemetery, Avondale, LA. Services entrusted to LOUISIANA UNDERTAKING CO., INC. 1449 N. Claiborne Ave., NOLA 70116 Information: (504) 945- 2145 Jeffery K. Jenkins/Renard A. Boissiere Directors Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000460 Johnson - Anasthesia Marie Johnson departed this life, at West Jefferson Medical Center, on Monday. November 13, 2006. Beloved wife of the late Rodney Johnson. Devoted mother of Consuella Washington of Monroe, La., Myles Johnson of Ca., Dashona Johnson of Naples, Fl., Damien Johnson, Terrence Johnson, Deverrick Johnson, and Darius Johnson of Marrero, La. Grandmother of Dwight, Terrence, Jordan, Devonte, and Jacquile. Daughter of Ethel Washington of Lawrenceville, Ga. and Willie McCall, Sr. of Marrero, La. Sister of Charmaine Washington, Joan (Montrel) Surgent of Lawrenceville, Ga., Adrian Kelly, Terrance Washington, Willie (Clarice) McCall, Jr., Tyrone McCall, Corey McCall and Brian McCall. also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Age 53 years. A lifelong resident of Marrero, La. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers, and members of First Pentecostal Church and neighboring churches are invited to attend the Funeral Service from First Pentecostal Church, 3200 Ames Blvd., Marrero, La. on Monday, November 20, 2006 at 11:00A.M. Visitation from 10:00a.m. until service time at the above named church. Interment: Mt. Zion B.C. Cemetery, Ama, La. Arrangements by DAVIS MORTUARY SERVICE 230 Monroe St., Gretna, LA Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000461 Johnson - Beatrice Florida Edwards Johnson, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, October 28, 2006. She leaves to cherish her most precious memories 2 brothers Calvin and James Edwards; 1 sister-in-law Roberta Edwards; nieces and nephews Doretha and Snooks Eglin, Regina and Calvin Sanders, Percy and Doris Edwards, Carolyn Gioustova, Labertha McCommick, Dolores White, Freddie and Patricia Herbert and a host of other relatives and friends. A Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at First Church of the Nazarene, 3501 Franklin Avenue, New Orleans, LA. Visitation will begin at 9:00 am until time of service. Interment will follow at Providence Park Cemetery. Services entrusted to: Professional Funeral Services, Inc. 'Divine Service for a Divine People' 1620 Elysian Fields Avenue New Orleans, LA. 70117 Info: (504) 948-7447 Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000462 Johnson - Byron Rene' Johnson, age 43, quietly entered into the loving arms of the Lord on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 9:30 AM in East Jefferson Hospital after a lengthy battle with cancer. Survivors to cherish his memory are his wife of 14 years Trudy Green Johnson; children, Byron II and Destiny Johnson; mother, Jeanne L. Jackson; stepfather, Joseph Jackson Jr.; stepmother, Georgia Johnson; brother, Edward Johnson Jr.; sister, Deidra J. Mathis; aunt and godmother, Sylvia Bibbins (Benjamin), aunts; Beula Vining and Catherine Henderson (Murray), uncle Donald Lewis (Geraldine), mother-in-law; Verna Green, 2 brother in laws, 3 sister in laws, 6 nieces, 5 nephews and a host of cousins, godchildren, relatives and friends. Byron was preceded in death by his father Edward Johnson Sr.; his grandparents Joseph Lewis, Sr., Gladys Lewis, John and Sarah Johnson; his uncle and godfather, Joseph Lewis Jr.; and his father in law, Henry Green Jr. A native of New Orleans, Byron was born on January 22, 1963. He attended NOCCA, graduated from John F. Kennedy Sr. High School and received a B. A. in vocal music from Dillard University. Byron taught vocal music in the Orleans Parish School System for 15 years and Zachary Community School District for 1 year. He also served as Minister of Music at the Franklin Ave. B. C. for 25 years, Director of the Youth/Young Adult and Sanctuary choirs at Shiloh Missionary B. C. in Baton Rouge, LA and many other churches throughout metropolitan New Orleans. He served as an Adjunct Professor of music at Dillard University. He was the CEO and owner of Brejanae' Music Group, LLC. Byron was a gifted song writer, talented musician and dynamic choir director. Relatives and friends of the family, Pastor, officers and members of Franklin Ave. B. C., neighboring churches, Shiloh Missionary B. C. (Baton Rouge LA,) Faculty and staff of Zachary Community Schools, Orleans Parish School and Dillard University are invited to attend the homegoing celebration, Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 10:00 AM at First Baptist Church of New Orleans 5290 Canal Blvd. Visitation will begin at 8:00 AM, followed by a musical tribute at 9:00 AM. Rev. Fred Luter Jr., officiating. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Miller and Daughter Mortuary, 5905 LA. 19, Zachary, (225) 654-3802, in charge. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000463 Johnson - Elouise Johnson on Thursday, November 23, 2006 entered into eternal rest. Survived by two sons: Louis Armand and David Lewis, Jr.; six sisters: Christine Johnson-Reed, Charlene Johnson, Ollie Johnson, Reba Alfred, Evelyn Johnson and Louise Johnson; two brothers: Rev. Thomas Johnson and Bobby Reed; 7 grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by: Rev. Casey Muse, Rev. Mother Rosalie Muse, Jimmie Lee Johnson, Sr., Inetia Johnnson and Jimmie Lee Johnson, Jr. Funeral Service on Friday, December 1, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church, 1126 N. Robertson St., New Orleans, LA 70116. Visitation on Friday from 9:00 a.m. until service time at Zion Hill MBC. Rev. Sidney Joshua, officiating. Final resting place, Providence Memorial Park. Relatives and friends; pastors, officers and members of Mount Pleasant Spiritual Church and all neighboring churches; employees of N.O. School Board, Exxon Mobile Co., Lutheran Nursing Home and once formely known as Plantation Nursing Home are invited to attend services. Professional service entrusted to, Gaskin-Southall-Gordon & Gordon Mortuary, 1225 N. Rampart St., New Orleans, LA. Information: (504) 566-9000. Times Picayune 11- 30-2006 **************************************** 000464 Johnson - Harrison W. Johnson, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great- grandfather, passed away on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at Touro Hospital, New Orleans, LA. Age 92. Born on March 6, 1914 to the late Frances Verrett Johnson. Beloved husband of the late Auralie Patterson Johnson. Father of Cynthia J. Bousqueto, Iris J. Angelety Ferrier, the late Frances 'Frannie' J. St. Martin and Ann J. Villavasso. Father-in-law of the late Joseph F. Bousqueto, the late Oscar 'Johnny' Angelety, Ronald J. Ferrier, Lloyd P. St. Martin and Gerald A. Villavasso, Sr. Proud grandfather of Donna M. Bousqueto, Stacey A. Mengis, Lisa M. Bousqueto, Tammy A. Boyd, Paula C. St. Martin, Gerald A. Villavasso, Jr. and Jason G. Villavasso. Loving great-grandfather of Anjele Wiley, Maria, Joseph and Christopher Mengis and Elijah St. Martin. Harrison is also survived by one sister- in-law, Beatrice P. Delery, a devoted nephew, Ronald A. Bertrand; a host of other nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends, John Stinger, Emile Lewis and Octave Reine. Harrison was educated in the New Orleans Public Schools and attended Xavier Univeristy of Louisiana. He was employed by the United States Postal Service and was a member of the Postal Alliance. He was instrumental in protecting the careers of many young postal employees by devising a teaching system and various teaching aides which enhanced their performance on the job. He was widely known and awarded for his accomplishments during his career in the United States Post Office. Harrison also began a second career as a cemetery sales representative with the New Orleans Archdiocesan Cemeteries and Stewart Enterprises. He received numerous awards and honors for this outstainding record as a top salesperson for many years. Harrison was a parishioner of Corpus Christi, St. James Major, and St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Churches. Employees of the United States Post Office, New Orleans Archdiocesan Cemeteries, Stewart Enterprises, St. Anna's Residence, U.S. Army 5th AMEDD Health Care Recruiting Team, and the Orleans Parish School Board are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial which will be celebrated at St. James Major Catholic Church, 3736 Gentilly Blvd., New Orleans, LA on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 11:30 a.m. Visitation will begin at 9:30 a.m. and continue until the Celebration of Mass. The Holy Rosary will be recited at 10:45 a.m. Followed by the Eulogy and remarks by family and friends. Interment St. Louis No. 3, 3421 Esplanade Avenue, New Orleans, LA. Services entrusted to THARP-SONTHEIMER- THARP FUENRAL HOME 1600 N. Causeway Blvd, Metairie, LA 70001 Times Picayune 11-16- 2006 **************************************** 000465 Johnson - Imogene 'Jean' Johnson, of Slidell, LA on Sunday, November 5, 2006. Beloved Wife of: Hugh W. Johnson Sr. Mother of Hugh 'Bill' Johnson Jr. and Renee Johnson. Daughter of the late Charlie Houston and Onie Mae Wilson Jones. Sister of Thadius Olan Jones, Sanford Ross Jones, Doyle J. Jones, and the late James Harold Jones Age: 66 years. A native of Philadelphia, MS. She was a resident of Slidell and a professional artist. Mrs. Johnson was known in the Slidell area for her beginner and advanced adult workshops and her childrens classes. She had studied with some of the most well known teachers and painters in the field of Watercolors, including Robert Wood, Charles Reid, Doug Walton, and Ed Whitney. She won numerous awards and had been accepted in local and state juried shows. Her paintings and are in private collections in Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, and New York. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Services at HONAKER FUNERAL HOME,1751 GAUSE Blvd. WEST (IN FOREST LAWN CEMETERY), Slidell, LA on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at 11:00 A.M.Rev. Dr. Donald Denton, officiating. Interment in Mt. Moriah Baptist Church Cemetery in Ellisville, MS. Visitation on Tuesday evening from 6:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. and on Wednesday after 9:00 A.M. until funeral time. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 11-7-2006 **************************************** 000466 Johnson - Lawrence 'Tulah' Johnson on Friday, November 3, 2006 at Ochsner Hospital, Jefferson, LA. Son of the late Viola and Samuel Johnson. Husband of Octavia W. Johnson. Father of Lawrence Reynauld and Keith Johnson. Brother of Hattie Parquet, Viola Wilson, Beatrice Cheri, the late E. Samuel Johnson, P.C. Johnson, Neotha Norris, Doreathea Taylor and Geraldine Johnson. Also survived by 4 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Age 81 years. A native of Sellers, LA and a resident of New Sarpy, LA. He was very active in community affairs, instrumental in starting New Sarpy Improvement Association, ran for school board, worked closely with children in the community and after his brother's death, managed family's tavern until illness forced him to close. He was a graduate of Southern University, Baton Rouge, LA, Master's degree in Education from Southern University, Post Graduate work at LSU and Notre Dame Universities and a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of St. Matthew Baptist Church and all neighboring churches are invited to attend the Funeral Service at St. Matthew Baptist Church, 604 E S Johnson Street, New Sarpy, LA on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Fred T. Porter, Pastor, officiating. Interment Jefferson Memorial Garden Cemetery, St. Rose, LA. Visitation at the above named Church from 9:00 a.m. until service time. SERVICED BY ROBOTTOM Times Picayune 11-7-2006 **************************************** 000467 Johnson - Leola 'Leaky-Lo' Riley Johnson was called home on Wednesday, November 8, 2006. She attended Helen S. Edwards Elementary School and George Washington Carver High School. Daughter of the Margie Riley and the late Dan Riley, Sr. Wife of the late James Johnson, Jr. Mother of Yvette Burbank, Janice, James and Rosetta Riley. Mother-in-law of Monica Riley and Steven Burbank. A devoted friend, Renard Vincent. Sister of Earnestine Osborne, Gladys Thomas, Carol Quinn, Joann Riley, Earline, Denise, Sylvia Lynn, Jackie, Alberta, Dan Jr., Ernest and Mervin Riley, Eddie, Joseph and Danny, the late Gertrude Riley and Eola Cynthia Cole. Sister-in-law of Lawrence Osborne, Kenneth Johnson, Seymore Quinn, Sr., Lena Riley Myrthis, Evanelle, Annie Mae and Susie Johnson, the late Felton, Redd, Emerson and Dorothy Johnson. Niece of Florence Daggs, Louvenia Wallace, Yvonne Barrio and Joseph Henry. Also survived by nine grandchildren: James, Ahsley, Jaret, Antonika, Chalsie and Arrinika Riley, Eriana, Erika and Adriana Forchia; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of New Birth Missionary B.C. and Greater Bethel Missionary B.C., Floresville, TX are invited to attend the visitation on Friday, November 17, 2006 at Gertrude Geddes Willis Funeral Home, 2120 Jackson Avenue from 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Followed by Funeral Services at 10:00 a.m. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. NO WAKE. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC. in charge. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000468 Johnson - Lorraine Fredrick Johnson on Friday, November 24, 2006. Daughter of the late Sylvester Fredrick and Marie Cain. Wife of the late Irvin Williams by first marriage and the late Thomas Johnson by second marriage. Mother of Betty Jean Williams (Charles) Thomas and Irvin (Mary) Williams, Jr. of Jackson, MS. Sister of Rose Ada Johnson and the late Sylvester Fredrick Jr. and Lois F. Washington. Also survived by 4 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; pastors, officers and members of Olive Branch Baptist Church and New Galilean Baptist Church of Jackson, MS and all neighboring churches; employees and residents of Jo Ellen and Touro Shakespeare Convalescence Centers are invited to attend Funeral Services on Friday, December 1, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at Olive Branch Baptist Church, 1134 Odeon Street, Algiers, LA. Rev. Reginald Nicholas, Sr., officiating. Visitation will begin at 8:00 a.m. Interment in Olive Branch Cemetery, Algiers, LA. MURRAY HENDERSON FUNERAL HOME in charge. Times Picayune 11- 30-2006 **************************************** 000469 Johnson - Margaret (Yankee) Smith Johnson departed this life on Thursday, October 26, 2006. Beloved wife of ernest Johnson. Mother of Gail (Kenneth), Elaine (Jermone), Rosalind, Chris (Moneik), Bobbie and Patrick (Oasis). Adoptive mother of Ruby Addison. Sister of Joseph (Cassandra) Burkes, Jr. Stepsister of Lorenzo Smith. Also survived by 2 uncles: Wilmar Garrison and David Hudson; 1 devoted cousin, Doris Warmington, 15 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and a host nieces, nephews, cousins, sisters- and brothers-in-law, other relatives and friends. Age 71 Years. A native of New Orleans, La. and a resident of Harvey, La. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Mt. Pilgrim B.C. , Evening Star B.C., Franklin Ave. B.C. and all neighboring churches; employees of J.P. School Board, Metropolitian Developmental Center, Woldenburg Village and Reed Engineering Group of Dallas, TX are invited to attend the Funeral Service from Mt. Pilgrim B.C., 922 Estalote St., Harvey, La. on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. Pastor John A. Brooks - Officiating. (No Wake). Visitation From 8:30 a.m. until service time. Interment: Providence Cemetery, Metairie, La. Arrangements By Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, La. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000470 Johnston - Alice Geraldine 'Jeri' Johnston passed away peacefully at Harvest Manor Nursing Home in Denham Springs, LA. Born February 26, 1932 in Hazlehurst, MS., Mrs. Johnston was a resident of New Orleans for over 50 years. After graduating from Rabouin High School and Soule Business College, Mrs. Johnston was employed by the Lykes Steamship Co., the Jefferson Parish School Board, and the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office. She was a proud member and supporter of the Fraternal Order of Police. She is survived by her two sons, David John Johnston, and William Louis Johnston, and a grandson, Victor David Johnston. Friends and family are invited to attend the Funeral Services at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park & Mausoleum. Visitation on Saturday from 12:00 NOON until service time. To view and sign the guest book please go to www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-23- 2006 **************************************** 000471 Jones - Helen Orelia Kelly Jones died on Wednesday, November 8, 2006. Age 84. Daughter of the late Eva and Andrew Kelly, Sr. Wife of the late Arthur Jones. Mother of Dr. Matthew Causey, Ret. MSgt. Warren Jones, USAF, Lionel Jones, Dianne Jones Smith and Arthur Kelly Jones. Step-mother of Inez Jones Holmas. Mother-in- law of Dr. Lynette Causey, Ruth Jones, Deborah Jones and Dan Smith. Sister of Irma Kelly, Beulah Toney, Dora White, Carol Pearson, the latE Andrew Jr., James and Alvin Kelly. Devoted friends, Ms. Cora Champ. Also survived by 18 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren; members of the Kelly and Jones families; a host of close relatives and family friends. A native of Killona, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of St. Joseph Baptist Church; employees and staff of Westwego Shirmp Factory, D.H. Holmes and West Jefferson Hospital are invited to attend the visitation on Wednesday, November 15, 2006 at St. Joseph Baptist Church, 241 Robinson Avenue, Marrero, LA from 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Followed by Funeral Services at 10:00 a.m. Interment Green Hill Cemetery, Taft, LA. NO WAKE. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC. in charge. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. Times Picayune 11-14-2006 **************************************** 000472 Jones - Joseph Earl Jones, Sr. on Friday, November 24, 2006 at his residence. Age 72. A retiree of 43 years from Delta Petroleum Company. Son of the late Joseph and Mary Jones. Beloved husband of Veronica Alfred Jones. Father of Raymond, Joseph Jr., Dwayne (Pamela) Jones, Sr., Mary Jones, Sandra (Craig) Preston, Janice (Michael) Hall, Sedonia (Gerald) Placide, Stephanie (Vernon) Self and Trudy (Honore) Haydel. Brother of Irma Dubuclet and the late Leola Rogers. Grandfather of 18 grandchildren and the late Brad Tracey Anderson, great- grandfather of 28. Also survived by cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the Jones family; also pastor and members of Zion Missionary Hill, Mt. Nebo and Christian Mission Baptist Churches; employees of Delta Petroleum Company and Heart-to-Heart Hospice are invited to attend Funeral Services on Thursdsay, November 30, 2006 at the Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church, 1126 N. Robertson Street, NOLA at 11:00 a.m. Visitation at 9:00 a.m. The Reverend Sidney Joshua, officiating. Interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery & Mausoleum, NOLA. Services entrusted to LOUISIANA UNDERTAKING CO., INC. 1449 N. Claiborne Ave., NOLA 70116 Information: (504) 945-2145 Jeffery K. Jenkins/Renard A. Boissiere Directors Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000473 Jones - Josephine Papa Jones on Saturday, November 4, 2006. Beloved wife of the late Robert Earl Jones, Jr. Mother of Bryan R. Jones, Rebecca J. Illg, and Stephany J. Lentini. Daughter of the late Camilla Cassisa and Joseph Papa. Sister of Anthony Papa and the late Angelina Mazza, Mary Spicuzza, Pascal Papa, Rose Pappalardo, Catherine Faust and Camilla DeCorte. Grandmother of Natalie Illg, Joseph Lentini and Kathryn Lentini. Mother-in-law of Arthur Lentini and the late James Illg. Also, survived by many nieces and nephews. Aged 82 years, a native of New Orleans and a resident of Kenner for the past 15 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Services from the Kenner Funeral Home of L. A. Muhleisen and Son, 2607 Williams Blvd. on Wednesday November 8, 2006 at 12:00 noon. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Friends may visit from 10:00 a.m. until time of service. Times Picayune 11-7-2006 **************************************** 000474 Jones - Annie Mae Cox Jones died at 12:30 AM on Sunday, November 19, 2006 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, LA. She was a native of Wilmer, LA and a resident of Hammond. Age 82 years. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, from 9 a.m. until religious services at 1:00 PM Tuesday. Services conducted by Rev. Dale Ziebarth. Interment Stoney Point Cemetery, Stoney Point, LA. Survived by, 4 Sons, James Cox, Folsom, Floyd Cox, Covington, Dwane Cox, Baton Rouge, Ronnie Cox, Lafayette, 2 Daughters, Helen Bankston, Kentwood, Carolyn Hyde, Wilmer, 15 Grand Children, 19 Great Grandchildren, 2 Brothers, 4 Sisters. Preceded by, Parents, Otto and Cora Lebo Stokes, First Husband, Jewel Cox, Second Husband, Pervy Jones, Daughter, Shirley Cox Benett, Brothers, James Stokes and Otto stokes, Jr. For more information, visit http:// www.mckneelys.com. Times Picayune 11-20- 2006 **************************************** 000475 Jones - Hattie Thomas Jones, a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of St. James, LA, she died at 6:50 a.m., Monday, October 30, 2006 at her residence in St. James, LA. She was 59. Survived by her husband, Rev. Samuel Jones of St. James, LA; three daughers and their spouses: Rhonda and Clifford Green, Anissa and Willie Hampton and Shamara Jones; a son, Idrick Joesph; a sister, Dolores Jones; three brothers: Clifton (Nancy), Alvin and Aaron Joseph, Sr.; five grandchidren, numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, mother-in-law, Ernestine Jones; other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her parents: Clifton Thomas and Mary Joseph Thomas; a sister, Sharan Joseph; a sister-in-law, Jacqueline Joseph; and her, father-in-law, Alex Jones, Jr. Visiting at Mt. Calvary B.C., St. James, LA, Saturday, November 4, 2006 from 9:30 a.m. until Religious Services at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Samuel Jones, Pastor, Rev. Herbert Harris, officiating. Burial in Church Cemetery. BRAZIER-WASTON FUNERAL HOME, in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000476 Jones - Kathleen Isabelle Platt Jones, age 99, died on Monday, November 13, 2006 in Nashville, Tennessee. Member of St. George's Episcoapl Church, Nashville. She was born in Jacksonville, FL on January 28, 1907, to William Arthur Platt and Elizabeth Scruggs Platt. She graduated from Florida State College for Women in 1928 and taught for several years in the Duval County School System. She then joined the staff of the Episcopal student center, Ruge Hall, at her alma mater in Tallahassee. It was through this church work that she met the Rev. Girault McArthur Jones, Rector of Trinity Episcopal Church, Pass Christian, MS. they were married July 9, 1935. He was called to be Rector fo St. Andrew's Episcopal Church in New Orleans, LA, where they moved in 1936. They remained in New Orleans when he became Bishop of Louisiana in 1949 and lived there until his retirement in 1969. They moved to a home they had built in Sewanee, TN, and spent 23 years of their retirement there before moving to Richland Place Retirement Center in Nashville in 1993. A gentle, soft-spoken women, she will be remembered for her kind and gracious manner, her enjoyment of all that her life had given her, and her ability to make and keep friends over many years and around the globe. She was an excellent correspondent and kept up with people from all areas of her life, including girlhood friends. She will particularly be remembered in Sewanee for her bread making and her tatting, a needlework skill learned in childhood and perfected in retirement with snowflake ornaments, one of which was displayed one year on a White House Christman tree. She was predeceased by her parents; her husband of 63 years; a sister, Hazel Platt McClellan; brother, Arthur William Platt; and son-in-law, David A. Corey. Survived by two daughters: Virginia Jones Callicott and husband, Duncan Callioctt of Franklin, TN and Elizabeth (Bettie) Jones Corey of Knoxville, TN; three granddaughters: Emily Callicott Boyland and husband, Thomas J. Boylan, Jennifer Engle Seger and husband, Steven E. Seger all of Franklin, TN and Elizabeth Bryan Callicott of Portland, OR; five great- grandchildren: William Girault Seger, Edward Alden Seger, Hannah Catherine Boylan, Kathleen Harley Seger and Thomas Ayden Boylan all of Franklin, TN; numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. A Memorial Service will be held at the Chapel of the Apostles of the School of Theology, the University of the South, Sewanee, Tennessee on Monday, December 4, 2006 at 1:30 p.m. with burial following in the University Cemetery. visitation will precede the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana Office of Disaster Response, 1623 7th St., New Orleans, LA 70115 or to the United Thank Offering, 815 Second Avenue, New York, NY 10017. WEST HARPETH FUNERAL HOME, (615) 352-9400. www.harpethhills.com. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000477 Jones - Sylvia Jones died on Friday, November 3, 2006 at her daughter's residence, Mandeville, LA at age 79. A resident of Mandeville, LA and former resident of Bogalusa, LA and Sun, LA. Survived by 2 daughters: Joy Lederle Roberson, Mandeville, LA and Marlene Pierce, Sun, LA; 1 sister, Inez Talley, Bogalusa, LA; 5 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: her daughter, Frances Ramona Slocum; her parents: James Fletcher Jones and Klea Magee Jones; and 1 great-grandchild. Visitation at Poole-Ritchie Funeral Home, Saturday, November 4, 2006 from 5:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. Funeral Services at Poole-Ritchie Funeral Home Chapel, Sunday, November 5, 2006. Visitation will continue at 11:00 a.m. until the Funeral Service at 2:00 p.m. Rev. Stanley Talley, officiating. Interment Talley's Chapel Cemetery, Sun, LA. www.pooleritchiefuneralhome.com. Times Picayune 11-4-2006 **************************************** 000478 Jones - Victor Jones, Jr. of Slidell, LA born, April 25, 1941, passed away Thursday, November 16, 2006. Our daddy is survived by his wife, Bessie L. Jones of Blytheville, AR; two daughters: Melanie (Tommy) Jackson and Angelia (Dwayne, deceased) Silve; and one son, Victor III (Robin) Jones. He leaves two surviving siblings: Larry (Loretta) Jones and Elsie (Milton) Miller both of Slidell, LA. He was also preceded in death by his parents, Victor Jones, Sr. and Fannie Burkett Jones; and one sister, Ruby J. (David) Smothers. Services will be held at Doyle Funeral Home, Slidell, LA on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Family and friends welcome. Times Picayune 11-21-2006 **************************************** 000479 Joo - Yoon Ran Joo passed away on Monday, November 13, 2006 at Ocshner Foundation Hospital. She is survived by her daughter, Un Kim and son-in-law Jeffery L. Smith. She is preceded in death by her husband Kim Sung Chur. Aged 73 years, a native of South Korea and a resident of New Orleans, LA for the past 5 years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral. Services from the Metairie Funeral Home of L. A. Muhleisen and Son, 2929 Metairie Road, Metairie, LA on Thursday, November 16, 2006 at 8:00 p.m. Friends may visit from 7:30 p.m. until time of service, followed by a fellowship gathering. Times Picayune 11-15-2006 **************************************** 000480 Joseph - Stephanie Champagne Joseph, of Vacherie, LA at her residence in Reserve, LA on Wednesday, November 22, 2006. Daughter of the late Annie Bell Champagne and James Ross. Mother of LaTanya Champagne of Gramercy, LA, Lathaniel (Jywanna), Christopher Champagne and Brandon Weber of Reserve, LA. Sister of Mary Lee Nelson, Augustine (Gerald) Rome, Gloria (Rudolph) Narcisse of Vacherie, LA, Brenda Champagne of Donaldsonville, LA, Dorine (Jessiner) Smith, Terry Ross, Melinda (Arnold) Howard, Patricia (June) Thomas, Amanda (Leo) Simon, Jamesetta Ross, Nettie (John) Matheurine, Sandra (John) Grows, Carolyn Ross of Vacherie, LA, Godfrey (Barbara) Moody, Herman (Dorothy) Bright, John Lucas, Vacherie, LA, Calvin and Lawrence Champagne, Sr. of St. James, LA and the late August Celestin. Devoted grandmother of Kendall Vedol, Jr. Niece of Joseph Champagne and Mable Carter. Also survived by 12 grandchildren, 4 godchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Preceded in death by 2 sisterfs-in-law: Clementine Lucas and Charlene Bright; cousin, Rosa Keller, niece, Ashley Lucas; and nephews: Jeff Celestine and Lawrence Champagne, Jr. A native of Vacherie, LA and a resident of Reserve, LA. Age 51 years. She was employed by Wackenhut Security at Dupont-Dow Chemicals, Reserve, LA. Relatives and friends of the family; also priest and parishioners of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church and St. James Catholic Church are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial on Wednesday, November 29, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from the St. James Catholic Church, St. James, LA. Father Joseph Rodney, celebrant. Interment Church Cemetery. Visitation at the Church after 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday. THE BALONEY FUENRAL HOME, L.L.C. 399 Earl Baloney Dr., Garyville, LA 70051 Information: (985) 535-2540 in charge of arrangements Times Picayune 11-28- 2006 **************************************** 000481 Joseph - Anna May Joseph departed this life on Saturday, October 28, 2006. Wife of the late Felix J. Joseph. Daughter of the late Clifton and Ellenor McCoy. Mother of Felton McCoy (Eberial), Leon Joseph (Lydia), and Doreen J. Ketchens (Lawrence). Sister of Lilian Richardson (John), Lucille Miller and Thelma Broussard (Roger). She is survived by 10 grandchildren and a host of great, great- great grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Family, friends, Pastors, officers and members of St. Mark M.B.C., employees, clients and officials of Marrero Health Care, Day Haven, River Region and West Jeff. Hospital are invited to attend the Funeral Service on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2006 at St. Mark M.B.C. 1501 Ursaline Ave. at 10:00am. Visitation begins at 9:00am. Rev. Ronnie London, Officiating. Interment in Providence Park. Majestic Mortuary in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-6-2006 **************************************** 000482 Joubert - Dora Casey Joubert, age 85, died Tuesday, November 14, 2006 in Poplarville, MS. She was the beloved wife of Dr. Edward Joubert of Poplarville, MS. Survivors include four sons: Charles E. Joubert of Florence, AL, Philip J. Joubert of Gulfport, MS, James L. Joubert of Poplarville, MS, and Richard P. Joubert of Dallas, TX; one brother, Thomas A. Casey; seven grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Mrs. Joubert was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Services at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM. In lieu of flowers please make donations to your Charity of choice. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-21-2006 **************************************** 000483 Jubin - Katherine Morgan Jubin, was called to her Eternal Reward on Saturday, November 18, 2006, at Chateau de Notre Dame Nursing Unit. Wife of the late Joseph Eugene Jubin. Sister of Mrs. Caroline Kerwin of Las Cruces, NM, Sister Elizabeth Morgan, SSND, of Marrero, LA., and the late James Frederick Morgan, Francis Middleton Morgan and John Connor Morgan. After Katrina, Katherine's nephew and his wife, James and Rosemary Morgan, of Alexandria, VA, invited her to be with them. She was extremely grateful for this kindness. Katherine was loved by numerous nieces and nephews on the 'Morgan' side. She is survived, however, by many loving relatives in the family she married into: Lorraine Antonini, Joan and Bill Bailey, Yvette Rothaermel, Steve and Paul Barron, Dr. Charles Antonini, of Little Rock, AR and everyone in the Antonini, Bailey, and Barron families. She was the director of Travelers Aid, on Camp St., a kindergarten teacher at Schwarz School in Algiers, and a social worker with the Red Cross during WWII. She was involved with the Ulster Project and the Irish Cultural Society. Age 92 years. A native of McDonoughville, LA and a resident of New Orleans for the past 50 years. A long-time parishioner of St. Dominic Parish. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Dominic Catholic Church, 775 Harrison Ave., New Orleans, on Saturday, November 25, 2006, at 11:00 am. Interment will be private. Friends may visit after 10 am on Saturday at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Dominic Church, 775 Harrison Ave., New Orleans, LA 70124 or the American Red Cross, 2640 Canal St., New Orleans, 70119, preferred. Arrangements by JACOB SCHOEN AND SON FUNERAL DIRECTORS. Guestbook may be signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-19- 2006 **************************************** 000484 Judd - Marleen Marcotte Judd, at her residence in Metairie, LA, on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at 10:15 a.m. Beloved wife of the late William S. Judd, Jr. Mother of Stephanie Judd and William S. Judd, Jr. Grandmother of Jadyn and Seth Judd. Sister of Ann Rodriguez, David B. Marcotte, Jr. and the late Steven L. Marcotte. Daughter of the late Mildred Muhs and David B. Marcotte, Sr. Age 53 years. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Metairie, LA for the past 30 years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend Memorial Services from the Metairie Funeral Home of LAMANA-PANNO-FALLO, 1717 Veterans Blvd., at Bonnabel Blvd. on Monday, November 20, 2006 at 12:00 noon. Visitation on Monday, November 20, 2006 after 10:00 a.m. until service time. Guests may sign the online guestbook at www.legacy.com. Information: 831-9901. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000485 Jung - Albert John Jung, a loving husband, doting father and grandfather, passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2006 at Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center. He was 90 years old. A resident of Baton Rouge, LA and a native of New Orleans, LA, he is survived by his devoted wife of 69 years, Helen Pauline Nosacka Jung. He was the father of Ronald J. Jung (spouse, Sandy) of Metairie, LA, Michael E. Jung (spouse, Alice) of Los Angeles, CA and Mary Ann Jung Giardina (spouse, David) of Baton Rouge, LA and the late Rev. Albert J. Jung, SJ. Grandfather of Shelley Jung Moore (spouse, David), Sean D. Jung, Todd D. Giardina (spouse, Robin) and Scott N. Giardina (spouse, Melanie). He was the brother of the late Elizabeth Jung Fauquier of Seligman, MO, Ernest C. Jung and Thelmarie Jung Fasnacht both of New Orleans, LA. For years he worked as a salesman at Southern Wheel and Rim and then at Kehoe Tire and Supply, retiring at the age of 85. He was a deacon of the Covenant United Methodist Church of Arabi and St. Bernard and led the Sunday service and choir for many years. He was also a founding member of Shepherd's Club at the same church and in 1998 received its Homecoming Award. He was a honorary member of St. Maurice Catholic Church in the 9th Ward. With his wife, Helen, he was on the Board of Directors and led the weekly congregational service of the St. Margaret's Daughters Nursing Home for more than 25 years. At the age of fifty- five, he and his wife began entertaining at numerous nursing care facilities in the Greater New Orleans area with among other groups, the Over-the-Hill Gang, the Young at Heart Singers, the Good Time Singers of New Orleans House of Rehabilitation and the Triads. Visitation will be at the Rabenhorst Funeral Home East Chapel, 11000 Florida Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA on Tuesday, November 28, 2006 from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. with Rosary at 8:00 p.m. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. at the Covenant United Methodist Church, 115 East D'Amour Street at Paris Road, St. Bernard, LA, followed by Funeral Service conducted by Reverend Jeff Connor. Entombment will be at St. Roch Cemetery, New Orleans, LA. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000486 Kall - Barbara Jean Kall, age 70 of Shrewsbury, Pennsylvania, died Sunday, November 26, 2006 in Athens, Tennessee. She was born in New Orleans, LA and was a daughter of the late Leo Joseph and Dorothy LeCompte Bergeron. She was a former resident of Winter Haven, FL and was a volunteer with the Girl Scout and Boy Scouts of America. She was a member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church, Gretna, LA. Survivors two daughters: Crystal Fredrich and Lauren Stoute; two sons: Richard D. Kall and Chris G. Kall; brother, Kenneth Bergeron; two sisters: Peggy Bergeron and April Holifield; 5 grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Memorial Services 7:00 p.m. Friday, December 1, 2006 in St. Anthony's Catholic Church, Gretna, LA. Arrangements by LAYCOCK-HOBBS FUNERAL HOME, Athens, TN. Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000487 Kanapaux - James F. Kanapaux on Sunday, November 12, 2006. Beloved husband of the late Julia Danehey Kanapaux. Father of John Michael Kanapaux, Julia K. Haik and Cynthia K. Christ. Son of the late Mary Keegan Kanapaux and William Kanapaux. Also survived by 8 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Age 92 years. A native of Charleston, S.C. and a resident of Algiers, LA for the past 38 years. Relatives and friends of the family, also members of the Marine Club of N.O. and employees of U.S. Salvage Association are invited to attend the visitation at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Thursday, November 16, 2006 from 9:00AM until 11:00AM. Interment in Westllawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Times Picayune 11-15-2006 **************************************** 000488 Keller - Darius Jamal Keller departed this earthly life on Tuesday, November 7, 2006. Son of Kenneka Smith and Leroy Keller, Jr. Brother of Bryan, Antoineka, Ashley and Letina Smith. Grandson of Vernon and Sharon Smith, Charles Delayhousse and Sandra Keller. Great-grandson of Gladys Calvin and the late Joseph Calvin, Jr. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. Age 17. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Christian Life Bible Church, First Free Mission B.C., Second Good Hope B.C. and all neighboring churches; employees of Boomtown Casino and Entergy are invited to attend A Celebration of Life Service on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at Christian Life Bible Church, 201 Robert Street, Gretna, LA. Rev. Adam Richardson, officiating. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. Interment in Restlawn Cemetery, Avondale, LA. MURRAY HENDERSON FUNERAL HOME in charge. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000489 Kelly - John G. Kelly, 88, of Slidell, formerly of The Villages, FL, passed away November 20, 2006. Born in Washington DC, he was the son of the late Charles Kelly and Theresa Witte. His late brothers were Charles, William, and Francis. He is survived by two half sisters, June Ransom and Lorraine Silvas, nephews: Will, Paul, and Charles Kelly, nieces: Kathy Ernie, Barb Zielinski, Ann Wyman, and Claire Kelly, and step-sons: Carl and James Hill. Pre-deceased were nephews, Tom and John, and niece, Flora Gibson. An attorney who retired from the State of Michigan, John was a graduate of the University of Rhode Island and Wayne State Law School. He retired from the Navy Reserve as a Lieutenant having served in the Pacific submarine force during WWII and later in the Korean War. A memorial service will be held aboard Naval Air Station Pensacola, FL at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Alzheimer's or American Heart Association. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000490 Kelly - Robert A. (Boo) Kelly, Jr., passed away on Friday, November 17, 2006, at 5:05 pm. Devoted husband of the late Gaye Painter Kelly. Son of the late Bertha Newbeaur Kelly and Robert Alicus Kelly. Loving father of Robert Kelly, David Kelly, Laura Kelly, Julie Kelly Lee, Mary Kelly Belou, Tina Kelly Smith, Christie Kelly Smith, Jeanie Kelly, Timothy Kelly and the late Brian Patrick Kelly. Brother of Evelyn K. Chauvin and Patsy K. Bontempo. Also survived by twenty-one grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Age 77 years. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Avondale, LA. Mr. Kelly was a graduate of Jesuit High School in the class of 1947 and served in the United States Army during the Korean War. In his youth he was a parishioner of Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church. For the past forty years he was a parishioner of St. Bonaventure Catholic Church in Avondale where he was Vice President of the Legions of Mary. Mr. Kelly was a drafting instructor with the Jefferson Parish Vo-tech school from the early 1960's until 1997. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Bonaventure Catholic Church in Avondale, LA on Tuesday, November 21, 2006, at 12:00 o'clock noon. Interment in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. Friends may visit at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. on Monday evening from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm and at the church on Tuesday from 11:00 am until service time. Please sign and view the Family Guestbook at www.lakelawnmetairie.com Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000491 Kelt - Douglas Kelt went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 16, 2006. Beloved husband of Stephanie Kelt for the past 61 years. Father of Douglas and Peter Kelt. Father-in-law of Karin and Jean Kelt. Brother of Harold, Jr., Richard, Gloria, Beverly, Audrey, Doris and Shirley. Son of the late Harold Kelt, Sr. and Elenora Kelt. Also survived by numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Mr. Kelt was an avid sports lover, a thoroughbred horse owner and trainer, and was a WWII Navy veteran. Mr. Kelt was a man who was loved by all who knew him. Age 82 years. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Metairie, LA for over 30 years. The relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home Chapel, 4747 Veterans Blvd., near Clearview Pkwy., in Metairie, LA on Monday morning, November 20, 2006 at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow in St. Louis Cemetery No. 3. Visitation will be on Sunday evening, November 19, 2006 from 8:00 PM until 10:00 PM and on Monday from 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM. Please sign the online guestbook at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000492 Kenny - James Kenny, Sr. died on Sunday, November 19, 2006. Son of the late Robert Britton and Nancy Kenny. Husband of the late Thelma Jones Kenny. Father of Gloria J. Kenny, James Kenny, Jr. and Nancy Kenny Evans. Brother of Reuben Riley. Grandfather of Jeanine, Danielle, Donna, Charlene and Emmitt Kenny, Eric Dean Raby and Eugenia Evans. Also survived by 10 great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by two daughters: Darlene Kenny and Emma Love. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Graveside Service on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at Providence Park Cemetery, Metairie, LA at 10:00 a.m. Rev. John Jackson, officiating. Arrangements by D.W. RHODES FUNERAL HOME, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna, LA. Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000493 Kern - Albert J. Kern on Friday, November 24, 2006 at West Jefferson Medical Center, Marrero, La. Friend and companion of Joseph V. Volpe. Brother of Eunice Looney of Lafayette, La. He leaves behind his close friend, Thelma Brown. He is also survived by a host of friends. He will be missed by all. Mr. Kern was a graduate of LSU and Northwestern University. He also attended the University of Wisconsin. He was the founder of the Kern School in Pass Christian, MS. Family and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at the Metairie Funeral Home of LAMANA-PANNO-FALLO, 1717 Veterans Memorial Boulevard at the corner of Bonnabel Boulevard on Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. followed by interment in Garden of Memories Cemetery. Visitation on Tuesday, November 28, 2006 after 9:00 a.m. until funeral time. Please sign the on-line Guest Book at www.legacy.com. Information 831-9901. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000494 Kerry - Cynthia Short Kerry returned to her holy father, on Sunday November 26, 2006. Beloved wife of Bobby D. Kerry, Sr. Mother of: Bobby D. Kerry, Jr, John Edward Kerry and the late Eazab Kerry. Mother in Law of: Christine Brai Kerry. Grandmother of: John Edward Kerry, Jr., Stacie Lynn Kerry, Andrea Dominique Kerry, Nicole Kerry and Robert Kerry . Mrs. Kerry was a parishioner of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, in Folsom, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral mass, from the Chapel of E. J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 W. 21st Ave., Covington, LA, on Friday December 1, 2006 at 12:00 Noon. Friends may call , on Friday, from 10:00 AM until service time. Sign guestbook online www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000495 Killeen - Michael James Killeen, Sr. on Friday, November 3, 2006. Beloved husband of the late Zelma Burmaster Killeen. Father of Janice K. Faust, Michael J. Killeen, Jr., and the late Glenda Ann Heine. Brother of Robert Killeen and the late John, Orien, Thomas, Frank and Henry Killeen. Grandfather of Jeff, Greg, Keith, Alison, Aimee, Erin, and Lacey. Survived by 12 great grandchildren. Age 92 years. A native of Algiers, LA and a resident of Little Sisters of the Poor/Sacred Heart Residence in Mobile, AL for the past year. Relatives and friends of the family, also members of Knights of Columbus Council 1724, AARP Council 3357, Marine Club and Algiers Irish Association are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial at Mothe Funeral Home, 1300 Vallette Street, Algiers, LA on Tuesday, November 7, 2006 at 11:00AM. Interment in McDonoughville Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation at the funeral home on Tuesday from 9:00AM until Mass time. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Little Sisters of the Poor, 1655 McGill Avenue, Mobile, AL 36604. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000496 Kinberger - James (Jim) M. Kinberger, Jr. died on Saturday, October 28th, 2006 at the age of 91. Beloved husband of the late Beatrice Blanchard Kinberger of Brusly La. for 56 years. He is survived by his three married children: Mary (Neal Rome), Ann (Tom Hammons) and Jay (Rhonda); eleven grandchildren:Veronica (Casey Crow), Eddie, Melinda, Bobby (Kristine ), Lauren, Eric, Cassie (George Cure), Michael, Jennifer (Glenn Gardner), James, and Rachael; two great grandsons: Kevin Crow and Trent Cure; a half-brother,Jim Eugene Kinberger of Stenson Beach, Calif.; a half-sister ,Kathy Kinberger of Sunnyvale, Calif.; two sisters-in-law: Edith Blanchard Owens of Brusly, LA and Mary Grace Barry Kinberger of Plaquemine, LA; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Beatrice Blanchard of Brusly La; daughter, Beatrice Mary; parents: James Maurice Sr. and Noelie Danos Kinberger of Plaquemine La.; and three brothers: Edmund D., Robert E. and Henry A. Jim was born in Plaquemine Louisiana and was a resident of the New Orleans area for 60 years. In his youth Jim earned the rank of Eagle Scout, and also went on to be the Scout Master for troop 22 in Plaquemine. He served his country as a 2nd Lieutenant in the US Army combat engineers in WW II. He was a graduate of Soule's Business College. He was the owner of Progressive Food Brokerage, past President of the New Orleans Food Brokerage Association, past Chairman of the Louisiana Wholesale Grocers Association, and a Board Member of the Grocery Manufactures Representative Association. Jim was also a devout Catholic, actively served as an usher and a greeter at St Clement of Rome Parish, and was a 4th degree member of the Knights of Columbus. Relatives and friends are invited to attend services on Saturday, November 4th, 2006 at 12:00 noon at the Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home Chapel, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. Visitation starts at 10:00 a.m. Interment will be at the St John cemetery in Plaquemine La at approximately 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, those that would like to honor Jim may make donations to the Sisters of Mount Carmel, P.O. Box 1160, LaCombe La., 70445. Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000497 Kirkfield - James (Dallas) Kirkfield, Jr., age 63 years at River Ridge, LA on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 2:44 p.m. Beloved father of James Dallas Kirkfield III and Dean Kirkfield Cantrelle. Brother of James Adams, Frankie Ladner and the late Alan R. Kirkfield, Sr. Also survived by 2 grandchildren: Alex and Madison Kirkfield. Mr. Kirkfield was the current owner of Old Hickory Restaurant & Bar, a member of Cajun Sprinters and started racing in the 1960's under NASCAR sanctioning as an owner and driver (loved speed). Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services from the Jefferson Home of Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd. at 43rd St., Metairie, LA on Monday, November 27, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. Visitation on Monday from 9:00 a.m. until funeral time. Interment in Garden of Memories. Information: (504) 835-2341. Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000498 Kline - Bryant L. Kline, a pipe inspector with Longview Inspection, passed away on Friday, November 17, 2006. Beloved husband of Sandra Sarran Kline. Father of Katelyn, Emily and Joshua. Son of Monica Duplechin Kline and the late Malcolm Kline, Jr. Son -in-law of Edmond and Janet Sarran. Brother of Malcolm, Kenneth, Mark and Scott Kline. Preceded by twin brothers. brother-in-law of Andree, Laura and Melissa Kline, Edmond Sarran, Michael and Anna Sarran, Deborah and Steve Zibilich, Lawrence and Jennifer Fitzhenry. Survived by 7 nieces and 6 nephews. He will be sadly missed but joyously remembered with the donation of his organs. Friends and family are invited to attend Funeral Services on Monday, November 20, 2006 at Mothe Funeral Home, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA at 1:00 p.m. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation at the funeral home on Monday from 11:00a.m. until funeral time. Times Picayune 11-18-2006 **************************************** 000499 Knight - Arthur Knight II died on Friday, November 10, 2006 at St. Tammany Parish Hospital, at the age of 49. He is survived by his sister, Roxanne Knight, Leona Serpas, and his two minor sons. He will be missed by his close friends, Marie and Gary Bruno. Services will be private. Bagnell & Son Funeral Home of Covington, LA. in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000500 Koch - Sue Alice Stibbs Koch on Tuesday, November 7, 2006. Age 72 years. Loving mother of Eric Christian Koch, Melissa Dawn Koch, and the late Kimberly Ann Koch and Kristin Heather Koch. Grandmother of Brittany Alexandra Freeman, Brendan Alexander Freeman, Chandler Christian Koch, and Carley Kristin Koch. Daughter of the late Charles Stibbs and Helen Floyd Stibbs. She was a member of Parkway Presbyterian Church, a graduate with a Degree in Education from Stetson University and a member of Zeta Tau Alpha. Mrs. Koch was a native of Lebanon, Ohio and a resident of New Orleans for 50 years. Family and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Blvd. Metairie, LA on Friday, November 10, 2006 at 11:00 am. Visitation will be from 9:00 am until 11:00 am. Interment will be in Garden of Memories Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donation to the charity of your choice preferred. Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000501 Koehler - After a long and wonderful life, George Nicholas Koehler was called to heaven on November 6, 2006 to be reunited with his loving wife, Katherine Munch Koehler. An extremely kind and generous man, he was well respected by his large extended family and many friends and associates. He was 96 years old. He leaves behind four sons, George Fredrick Koehler and his wife Dianne, Joseph Otto Koehler and his wife Margaret, James Nicholas Koehler and his wife Gana, and Steven John Koehler and his wife Susan. He was the proud and loving grandfather of Gretchen K. Thomas, Jennifer, Daniel, Adam, Katherine, Emily, and Nicholas Koehler, Larkin Mason, and the late Alex Koehler, step-grandfather of Gina Cassara, and great-grandfather of nine great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind his sister, Mary K. Dougherty. All will sadly miss him and cherish the memories he has left with them. He was the son of the late George F. and Loretta Breitling Koehler and brother of the late Anna Evelyn K. Grob. A native of New Orleans and a resident of Metairie, LA for 34 years. The family wishes to thank the staff of Our Lady of Wisdom Healthcare Center for the loving care and concern shown to him during his stay. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at St. Edward the Confessor, 4921 West Metairie Ave. Metairie, LA 70001 on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at 12:00 noon. Visitation will be from 10:30 am until 12:00 noon at the church. Interment will be in Garden of Memories Cemetery. Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home Metairie, LA in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-8-2006 **************************************** 000502 Kohler - Warren Will 'Jim' Kohler died Friday, November 10, 2006 in Hammond, LA. He was 85 and a native of Baton Rouge, LA. His parents had a dairy farm on the Old Hammond Highway. During World War II, he joined the Air Force and was stationed in England where he married an Englishwoman, Jean Howarth. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Amelia Kohler; and his wife, Jean. He is survived his daughter, Joy Kohler, five other children and five grandchildren. There will be a Memorial Service Saturday, November 25th, 2006 at the Unitarian Church, 8470 Goodwood Blvd., Baton Rouge, LA. Family will receive visitors and provide a buffet lunch 11:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. the service begins. Times Picayune 11-23-2006 **************************************** 000503 Koper - John C. 'Buddy' Koper Jr., after a 2.5 year courageous battle with head and neck cancer complicated by pneumonia contracted during his evacuation due to Hurricane Katrina, died peacefully at his residence surrounded by his loving family on November 22, 2006. Buddy was a life-long resident of New Orleans, graduating from St. Aloysius High School. He worked 10 years for the New Orleans Fire Department before moving to the grain export business where he worked as a freight forwarder for Thionville Laboratories (Schwartz Forwarding Co.) for 26 years. Buddy loved helping people and fixing things, being of assistance wherever he could and spending quality time with his family. His love of life and strong sense of family values are the qualities for which he will be remembered most. Buddy is survived by his devoted wife of 28 years, Gaynell Olsen; his sister, Deborah Koper; his children, Richard (Janet Comfort) Rebecca Diermann (Charles) and Jeanne-Claire; and his beloved grandchildren, Christina, Melinda and Tristan. Survivors also include his nieces and nephews, Linda Olsen Bradberry (Raymo), Claire Camille Koper, Carlos Lawton (Angie), Hunter and Chase Lawton, Melissa and Raymond Bradberry, and Donald Welch.Buddy was preceded in death by his parents, Claire O'Meallie and John C. Koper Sr., his sister Jeanne Clare and her son Kenneth. A memorial service will be held at a date to be announced in December. (The family can be reached via email at rkoper@csc.com). In lieu of flowers please consider donations to Mt. Olivet Episcopal Church, 530 Pelican Street, New Orleans LA 70114. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000504 Kospelich - Patricia Jacobs Kospelich on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 1:22AM. Beloved mother of Tammy and Gary Boudreaux and Philip Marziale, III. Daughter of Doyce Phipps and the late William Harley Jacobs and Lucille Gros Morvant. Sister of Buster, Ricky, Bubby, Jay, Brother, Teddy, Linda, Joanie, Mel, Sandy and Judy. Survived by 8 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild and a host of nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. Age 57 years. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service in the Chapel of Mothe Funeral Home, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA on Wednesday, November 15, 2006 at 11:00AM. Interment in Restlawn Park Cemetery, Avondale, LA. Visitation at the funeral home on Wednesday from 9:00AM until service time. Times Picayune 11-14-2006 **************************************** 000505 Kumiski - Josephine Sciortino Kumiski went to meet the Lord on Saturday, October 28, 2006 at 10:10PM. Beloved wife of the late Frank Stanley Kumiski. Mother of Charles J. Kumiski and the late Connie K. Carnilla. Grandmother of Sarah K. Johnson and Emily K. Wymer. Age 80 years. A native of Hammond, LA and a resident of Algiers, LA for the past 41 years. Interment will be in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. No Funeral Services will be held. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000506 Labrador - Andres Armando Labrador on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at 12:20 pm. Age 78 years. Beloved husband of Dulce Labrador. Father of Jose Rafael Labrador and Cela L. McPherson. Grandfather of Catherine L. Ratard, Robyn L. McPherson, Miguel L. Labrador, and Adele Labrador. Father-in-law of Glenn A. McPherson, and Diane Labrador. Brother of Dalia Banos and Manuel Labrador. He is also survived by 2 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews. Mr. Labrador was a native of Pinar Del Rio, Cuba and a resident of Metairie for 34 years. Family and friends are invited to Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home 4747 Veterans Blvd. Metairie, LA for visitation on Sunday, November 26, 2006 from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm, with a Masonic Service at 7:30 pm, and on Monday, November 27, 2006 from 8:30 am until 10:30 am. Graveside Service will be 11:00 am on Monday in Garden of Memories Cemetery. Times Picayune 11-25-2006 **************************************** 000507 LaCaze - Raenelda Buras LaCaze passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2006. Beloved wife of the late Richard V. LaCaze, Sr. Mother of Richard V. LaCaze, Jr., Tammy L. Rodriguez, Karen L. Dupont, Jan L. Barbier and Joseph M. LaCaze. Daughter of the late Raymond Buras and Vernelda Bergeron. Sister of Faye Lynne Naquin. Niece of Uda Mae Hughes. Grandmother of Jessica, Ross, Lauren, Andrew, Emily, Richie and Lilith. Age 70 years. A native of Algiers, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA for the past 43 years. Relatives and friends of the family, also graduates of Behrman High School Classes of 1954, 1955 and 1956 are invited to attend a Funeral Mass in the Chapel of Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at 1:30PM. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation at the funeral home on Wednesday from 10:30AM until 1:30PM. Times Picayune 11-21-2006 **************************************** 000508 Lacoste - Etienne S. Lacoste, Jr., on Wednesday November 8, 2006. Beloved husband of the late Marion T. Lacoste. Father of Dennis Lacoste and Marsha Meynier. Grandfather of five and great-grandfather of six. He was a member of Knights of Columbus Lodovicum Council 4663. Age 88 years. A native of New Orleans and a resident of Metairie for the past 65 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral. Funeral services will be from the Funeral Home of Lamana-Panno-Fallo, 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, LA, on Friday, November 17, 2006, at 11:00 am. Interment in St. Louis Cemetery No. 3. Visitation will be from 9:00 am until service time. Arrangements by JACOB SCHOEN AND SON FUNERAL DIRECTORS. Guestbook may be signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000509 LaCour - June Boutte LaCour, 65, of New Orleans, passed away on November 7 at her home after a long battle with cancer. June was born in Lafayette, LA on June 25, 1941 to Edward and Cecilia (Callier) Boutte. June was the beloved wife of 44 years to Eugene J. LaCour, Sr. Her life was devoted to her family. Eugene J. LaCour, Jr. (G.G.), Daniel L., Lisa A. (Hall) and Glen A. She was the loving grandmother of Eugene III, Sierra (Hall), Erika (LaCour), Terry, Jr. (Hall), Chris (LaCour) and Daniel Jr. (LaCour). June is survived by her brothers Edward Willie Boutte (Breaux Bridge) and Joe Boutte (Manassas, VA); mother-in-law, Mary Hazel LaCour and a host of extended family and friends. June was preceded in death by her parents Edward and Cecilia Boutte; brother Raymond Michael Boutte. Relatives and friends are invited to attend homegoing Mass of Christian Burial at the St. James Major Catholic Church, 3730 Gentilly Blvd., Friday, November 10, 2006-11:00 A.M. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Visitation 9:30 AM in the Church. CHARBONNET- LABAT, Directors. Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000510 Lagarde - Charles S. Lagarde, Jr. on Thursday, November 16, 2006 at 8:47 a.m. in Raceland, LA. Beloved husband of Patricia E. Brown Lagarde by second marriage and the late Anna Louise Power Lagarde by first marriage. Father of Jeanne Lagarde Jacobi and husband, Lawrence and Therese Lagarde Progar and husband, James. Step-father of Donny Brown and his wife, Patricia and the late Danny Brown. Son of the late Charles S. Lagarde, Sr. and Enola Courville Lagarde. Brother of the late Eugene Lagarde, Marie Louise Lagarde, Emma Casse and Enola Lagarde. Also survived by 5 grandchildren, 3 step-grandchildren and 2 great- grandchildren. A native and resident of St. Charles Parish. Age 85 years. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, American Legion and was a World War II Army veteran. He was an attorney for over 40 years in Luling, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Paradis, LA on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Interment Lake Lawn Metairie Cemetery. Visitation from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Friday, November 17, 2006 at Falgout Funeral Homes, Raceland, LA and from 9:00 a.m. until funeral time Saturday at the Church. FALGOUT FUNERAL HOMES in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000511 Laiche - Louis F. Laiche of Gretna , LA passed away on Monday, November 6, 2006. Beloved husband of Margaret Bodin Laiche. Father of Denise Rivers, David Laiche, and Carl Laiche. Father in law of Bill Rivers, Carla Laiche, and Melody Laiche. Son of the late Antonia Paille Laiche and Louis Laiche. Brother of Paul, Felix, Patsy, Sr. Estelle (Claire), Catherine, Theresa, and the late Pierre, Numa, Antoine, George, Emile, Cecile, Edviege, Ursula, and Beatrice. Grandfather of Amanda Moss, Ryan Rivers, Nicole DeSoto, and Kristen Gonzales. Great-grandfather of Alexis Knight and Kyle Rivers. Age 89 years. A Native of St. James , LA and a resident of Gretna, LA for the past 53 years. Relatives and Friends of the Family are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Cletus Catholic Church, 3600 Claire Street, Gretna on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 11:00 AM. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery , Gretna . Parlors will be open at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, on Saturday morning from 9:00 AM until 10:45 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Fisher Center for Alzheimer Research Foundation, One Intrepid Square, West 46th Street and 12th Avenue, New York, NY 10036. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000512 Lala - Mark Gregory Lala, a skilled mechanic for 28 years, died of Bone Cancer on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at his residence in Lacombe, Louisiana. He was 51. Mark was born in Salem, Oregon. His family moved to Mandeville, Louisiana in 1963. The family eventually settled in New Orleans. When Mark was 18 he joined the Army. He served in Vietnam and was stationed in Germany. Mark was preceded in death by his father, Theodore Lala, and his sister, Linda Lala Weekley. Mark is survived by his mother, Helen Jensen Lala, his brothers, Theodore Rory , Randy Carl , Jon Matthew, and his sisters, Joellen Lala Guarino, Kim Lala Garvey, Susan Lala Sicard and their spouses, Milton Guarino Jr., Richard Garvey Jr. and Timothy Sicard. He was the uncle of numerous nieces and nephews. Stepfather to Christopher and Tracy Royce. Friend of Vicki Viars. The family would like to thank their employers, St. Tammany Hospital Sugical Department, West Jefferson Medical Center Ultrasound Department, Phelps, Dunbar Law firm and Pellissier Autoplex, LLC for their understanding and compassion during this difficult time. The family would also like to thank Memorial Hospice for their expert care and support. We would also like to thank all our friends, acquaintances and extended family members who offered their help and prayers. Most importantly we want to thank our father in heaven for the gift of life. Jesus his son for showing us that the way to eternal life is through suffering and death. And to Mary our mother for her presence and comfort. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the celebration of Mark's life at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at 6:00 PM. Visitation will begin at 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM. In lieu of flowers and memorial donations please make donations in memory of Mark to Memorial Hospice, 1045 Florida Ave., Slidell, LA 70445. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-7-2006 **************************************** 000513 Lancelin - Elizabeth D. 'Susie' Garner Lancelin age 47 entered into eternal rest on Sunday, October 29, 2006 at Tulane Medical Center. She was a graduate of Alcee Fortier Sr. High School. Devoted wife of Donnie Lancelin, Sr. Loving mother of Donnie Lancelin, Jr. Beloved daughter of Gerald and Juanita Washington. Sister of Linda Fountain, Pamela G. Hudson and the late Jimmie L. Garner. Aunt of Roderick T. Fountain, Charlie Lee Fountain, Charmaine Fountain and Tramaine Fountain. Sister-in-law of Yvette Lancelin, Sylvia Paul, Claire Evans, Ruby Miller, Agnes Carter, Adrianne, Arnold and Larry Lancelin, Sidney Paul and Anderson Carter. Niece of Clara D. Moore, Richard Dixon and the late Margery Hudson and Lloyd Scott. She is also survived by nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family also pastors, officers and member of Nazareth, Little Zion and Regular B.C.'s, employees of Orleans Parish School Board, Staff & Students of St. Augustine High School, Home Depot and Touro and Kindred Hospitals are all invited to attend the funeral service on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at Israelite B.C. 2100 M.L. King Blvd. at 10:00am. Visitation begins at 9:00am. Rev. Milton Ceasar, Officiating. Interment Providence Park. Majestic Mortuary in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000514 Landeche - Margie Landeche on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 in Luling, LA. Age 77 years. Beloved wife of Harold Landeche, Sr. Mother of Brian and Harold Landeche, Jr., Karen Landeche Kinler, Leah Landeche Guidry and Rachel Landeche Champagne. Sister of Frances Stevens, Jennie Defelice, Rea Muller and Winnie Comardelle. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents: Emile and Alida LeBlanc Plaisance; her son, Scott J. Landeche; brothers: Warren, Edwin, O'Neil, Frank and Emile Plaisance; and sister, Gonette LeBouef. A native of Larose, LA and a resident of Luling, LA. She was a retired school teacher of 20 years with the St. Charles Parish School System. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Friday, November 24, 2006 at Holy Family Catholic Church. A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. Visitation will be at the Church beginning at 9:00 a.m. Burial will follow in St. Charles Cemetery. Interment will follow 9:00 a.m. Saturday, November 25, 2006 at St. Charles Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the American Cancer Society. FALGOUT FUNERAL HOMES of Raceland, LA in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-23-2006 **************************************** 000515 Larmann - Helen Pendergrass Cooney Larmann's earthly life ceased on October 23, 2006 at her daughter and son-in-law's home in Muscle Shoals, AL. She was born in Gainesville, GA on November 8, 1916 and moved to New Orleans, LA in 1921 and to Muscle Shoals in July, 2001. Left to cherish her memory are her brother, James Pendergrass, three daughters, Carolyn Cooney Johnson May, Marjory Cooney and Lorraine Cooney Craig, eight grand children, Brian Johnson, Richard Johnson, Mimi Pascarelli, Loryn Keating, Erin Robbins, Michael Boyd, Jessica Szalacinski and James Craig, 14 great and 3 great great grand children and many nieces and nephews. Helen was a loving and giving daughter, mother, sister, wife, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt and friend. She was active in the local senior olympics; she was a seamstress for her family and Helen was the only woman marine electrical contractor in the 1950s. She was a life long lover of fishing in many forms. Among other many accomplishments, she was an artist, a cook, a gardener and a lover of life. A Memorial Service will be held on November 19, 2006 following the 10:00 AM Worship Service at First Christian Church in Florence, AL. She donated her body to the Alabama Anatomical Donor Program so, as she gave of herself in life, she also gave in death. We miss her, but heaven is richer for her presence. Times Picayune 11-14-2006 **************************************** 000516 Lawrence - Harold Joseph (Droopy) Lawrence, Jr. on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at West Jefferson General Hospital of a heart attack. Son of the late Bernadette Toval and Harold Lawrence, Sr. Brother of Carolyn Baldwin, Dianne Washington (Nolan), Linda Jackson, Mary Bruno of New York, Ronald, Linda and Darrel Lawrence. Nephew of Mirian Elly, Louis Toval of New York. Devoted cousin of Betty Dugue and Dave Shelton. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, many other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also priests and parishioners of St. Maria Goretti, St. Philip the Apostle and St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Churches, employees of Durr Heavy Construction Co. are invited to attend the service. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church, 7300 Crowder Boulevard on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Fr. Earl Gauthreaux, celebrant. Interment: St. Vincent de Paul Mausoleum. Visitation: 9:00 a.m. in the church. CHARBONNET-LABAT, DIRECTORS, 584-4411. Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000517 Lawton - Mr. Michael Joseph Lawton, Jr., 'Mike' passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, November 22, 2006, while working on the property that he loved. Since his retirement, Mike spent his days developing his property, working on projects, and indulging his passion for large equipment. Mike was a one of a kind husband, father, grandfather, and friend. His unique personality was one that left a lasting impression on the many lives that he touched. He leaves behind a wife of 46 years, Diane Bives Lawton and three daughters, Laura Lawton and husband Glenn Thomas of Breaux Bridge, their two daughter, Sara and Rachel Thomas; Dana Lawton of Baton Rouge, Stacy Lawton Gauthreaux and husband Chris of Brusly, their two sons, Max and Clay, and his sister, Fay Lawton Keenan of New Orleans. He was preceded in death by his father, Michael Lawton, Sr., mother, Agnes Gaudet Lawton, and mother-in-law, Lois Bives. Mike graduated from DeLasalle High School in New Orleans, and received a B. S. in forestry from LSU in 1958. Mike moved to the area as a forester with Pineville Kraft Corp. and retired from Colfax Creosote Co. He was owner and operator of Lawton Forest Products, and was an independent timber consultant in Central La. area until his death. He was a founding member of the Holiday Village Fire Department, serving as president for 18 years, and remained an active member of the department throughout his life. He was a lifetime member of the LA State Fire Association (LSFA) and the LA Jaycees and previously served as a member of the Republican State Central Committee. He will be missed by many and will be remembered by his numerous sayings or 'Mikeisms'. Funeral services will be at Hixson Brothers, in Pineville, LA on Saturday, November 25 with visitation from 11-3pm with a Memorial Service following in the chapel. In lieu of flowers, the family would like to honor Mike's wishes and request donations be made to the statewide fire fighters LSFA, James C. Cahanin Scholarship Fund, 140 LeBlanc St., Ponchatoula, LA 70454. To extend online condolences to the Lawton family, please visit us at www.hixsonbrothers.com. Times Picayune 11-25-2006 **************************************** 000518 Lazard - Mary B. Lazard departed this life on Monday, Nov. 13, 2006. Daughter of the late Willie and Thelma Lazard. Sister of Connie Tate, Willard Lazard, Albert McBride and Gladys Woods. She is also survived by her best friend; Floyd Yasmin, 1 brother-in-law; Leroy Tate and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are all invited to attend funeral services on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2006 at 12:30pm. at Majestic Mortuary 1833 Oretha C. Haley, Blvd. Visitation at 12:00 noon. Interment in Providence Park. Majestic Mortuary in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-18-2006 **************************************** 000519 Leaber - Sidney J. Leaber, age 81 years, entered into rest on Sunday, November 5, 2006 at his residence in Warrenville, South Carolina. Beloved husband of Jane Leaber of Warrenville, SC. Father of Frank Jack Leaber, Steven Leaber and wife, Eula Anglin Leaber. Brother of E.J. Leaber and the late Joseph Leaber. Also survived by granddaughter, Jane Leaber Alger, husband, Mark Alger and the late grandson, John Leaber; two great-grandchildren: Matthew and Colin. Son of the late Lillie Tamberella and Sidney Joseph Leaber. He was born and lived most of his life in New Orleans. He was a veteran and served as a Merchant Marine in World War II and also in the United States Coast Guard. He served as a member of the De LaSalle Knight of Columbus No. 3411, holding a fourth degree rank. He was a member of the K of C Color Guard. He was also a retired member of the International Assocation of Machinist Local No. 37. A Funeral Mass will be held from the Church of St. Henry, 812 General Pershing Street, New Orleans, LA on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Msgr. Henry Englebrecht as celebrant. Visitation on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Jefferson Home of Tharp- Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd. at 43rd St., Metairie, LA. Interment in St. Louis Cemetery No. 3. Information: (504) 835-2341. Times Picayune 11-7-2006 **************************************** 000520 LeBeau - Lillie Harris-LeBeau, 63, passed away Tuesday, October 24, 2006 at Vitas (Forum) Inpatient Unit in Houston, Texas at 2:02 p.m. due to complications from Cancer. She was preceded in death by her parents and her beloved husband Buster LeBeau. Survivors include one sister Carrie Fultz, four children, Dave Pinner, Debra Moore, Audrey Hawkins-Fisher, and Kristie L. Harris-Carr, 8 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. She was a lifelong resident of New Orleans, Louisiana. She was employed at the New Orleans Hilton Riverside for 23 years, before retiring in 2000. Visitation will be 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Friday, November 3, 2006 and the funeral services, 11:00 am Saturday, November 4, 2006 at Arlington National Funeral Home on 5601 Arlington, Houston, Texas 77076, (713) 692-5555. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000521 LeBlanc - Jacqueline Theresa LeBlanc, age 65, died on Thursday, November 16, 2006 in Dallas, Texas. Daughter of the late Earl and Anita Fortune' LeBlanc. Mother of Guy and Travis LeBlanc. Grandmother of LaToya LeBlanc. Sister of Kenneth LeBlanc of LaPlace, La. and Lynn Billizson (Charles). Also survived by 5 nieces, 3 nephews and a host of great nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. A lifelong resident of New Orleans, La. until she was displaced by Hurricane Katrina. A former employee of Charity Hospital. Relatives and friends of the family, also priest and parishoniers of St. Peter Claver Catholic Church, members of Soujouner Truth Community Center, HANO, All Congregations Together, Centerplate, Day and Zimmermann Amber Dawn Apartments of Dallas, TX, Veterans Hospital of New Orleans are invited to attend the service. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, November 29, 2006 at St. Peter Claver Catholic Church, 1923 St. Philip Street at 11:00 a.m. Fr. Michael Jacques, SSE, VF celebrant. Interment: Providence Memorial Park, Metairie, La. Visitation: 10:00 a.m. in the church. TRADITIONAL JAZZ FUNERAL CHARBONNET-LABAT, DIRECTORS 581-4411. Times Picayune 11- 28-2006 **************************************** 000522 LeBlanc - Marion F. LeBlanc passed away on Saturday, November 4, 2006 in Washington. Beloved wife of the late Hector J. LeBlanc Jr. Daughter of the late Fernand F. Fenasci and Anna Raynal. Mother of Dr. Hector J. LeBlanc III, Roy R. LeBlanc and the late Dr. Denis M. LeBlanc. Grandmother of Monique L. Holmes, Anne LeBlanc Amnuayphol, Dr. Adrienne L. Bossio, Gigi LeBlanc Rosenfeld, Russ R. LeBlanc, Jacques M. LeBlanc, Dr. Daniel B. LeBlanc, Eileen D. LeBlanc, Andrew D. LeBlanc and Timothy J. LeBlanc. Sister of Fernande J. Fischer, F. F. Fenasci and the late Adele McCaffery. Aunt of Dr. Thomas D. McCaffery and Gerald R. McCaffery. She is also survived by 9 great-grandchildren. She was a member of St Dominic Parish, Lakeview Botney Guild and St Pius X Prayer Group. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at St. Dominic Catholic Church, 775 Harrison Ave., on Friday November 10, 2006 at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation begins at 9:30 AM. Greenwood Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. To view or sign the Family Guestbook please visit www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000523 LeBlanc - Katherine Macera LeBlanc on Monday, November 27, 2006. Beloved wife of Kenneth Joseph LeBlanc. Mother of Kristen Marie and Kaitlyn Marie Leblanc. Daughter of Carolyn Myers Macera and Basile Macera. Sister of Lucinda Jeansonne and Anthony Macera. Age 44 years. A lifelong resident of Gretna, LA. Relatives and friends, also members of K of C Archbishop Blenk Council 1905 and Ladies Auxiliary, Employees of U.S. Postal Service, MacArthur Station are invited to attend the Religious Services from Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Friday, December 1, 2006 at 10:30AM. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Anthony Catholic Church, Gretna, LA Friday at 11AM. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation at the funeral home on Thursday evening from 6PM until 10PM and on Friday from 8AM until 10:30AM. Information: 366-4343. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000524 LeBlanc - Ricky LeBlanc, Sr., age 74, born November 4, 1932, passed away on Sunday, November 5, 2006 at 4:56 p.m. A native of Labadieville, LA and a resident of Thibodaux, LA. He is survived by his loving wife, Sandra Zeringue. Father of Ricky Jr. and wife, Cindy and Keith LeBlanc, Sr.; three grandsons whom he adored: Benton, Jeremy and Keith 'K.J.' Jr. He is also survived by two sisters: Beverly Chamberlain of Houma, LA and Mary Gonzales of Thibodaux, LA; stepchildren: Jaret Altom and wife, Cassie of Lewisville, TX and Jamie Altom of Dallas, TX; and step- grandchildren: Hailey, Courtney and Jaret Michatl Altom. He will also be missed by his devoted grand-dog, Linus. He was preceded in death by his first wife of 45 years, Elsie LeBlanc; parents: Louis Jr. and Bessie LeBlanc; and brother, Dwight. He was a loyal member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church serving as Eucharistic Minister, Reader and Commentator. He was a veteran of the Korean War and a retired manager/agent of Union National Life Insurance. Visitation 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 7, 2006 at Thibodaux Funeral Home, Thibodaux, LA and 8:00 a.m. until funeral time on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Thibodaux, LA. Mass of Christian Burial at St. John the Evagelist Catholic Church, Thibodaux, LA on Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. Interment St. John the Evangelist Cemetery, Thibodaux, LA. THIBODAUX FUNERAL HOME, INC., Thibodaux, LA in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-7-2006 **************************************** 000525 LeBlanc - Vera Hyver LeBlanc passed away on Tuesday, November 14, 2006. Former wife of George P. LeBlanc. Mother of Patricia Ann LeBlanc Schexnayder, Dennis Michael and Robert Jude LeBlanc. Daughter of the late Mary Annette Pelk Hyver and Gallileo Hyver. Sister of Lester Hyver and the late Mildred Lanzl. Grandmother of Chrissy Marie and Eric Michael LeBlanc, Haley and Chelsea Schexnayder. Age 79 years. Relatives and friends of the family, also employees of Goodwill Industries are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Monday, November 20, 2006 at 1:30 p.m. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park. Parlors will be open Monday at 9:00 a.m. Information: 366-4343. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000526 LeBoeuf - Willie J. LeBoeuf, Jr. on Saturday, October 28, 2006. Beloved husband of Nelwyn Oubre LeBoeuf. Father of Larry, Willie III (Sonny), Todd and the late Darol LeBoeuf. Brother of Gloria Borne, Clara Belle Foster and Willa Mae Wilson and the late Felix and Lawrence (Pete) LeBoeuf. Also survived by 12 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. He was a World War II Veteran, a Member of American Legion Post 159 and a member of St. Hubert Holy Name Society. Age 84. A native of Convent, LA. and a resident of Garyville Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend services. Visitation at St. Hubert Catholic Church, Garyville on Thursday, November 2, from 8 am until 11 am. Followed by religious services at the church at 11 a.m. Burial in St. Peter Cemetery, Reserve, LA. Arrangements by Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, Laplace, LA. Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000527 LeClerc - Maria Santa Doris Benenate LeClerc on Saturday November 25, 2006 at 8:30 p.m. Beloved wife of Lloyd LeClerc after 55 years of marriage. Mother of Debra Sue Thorstenson. Mother-in-Law of Charles 'Chuck' Thorstenson. Sister of Joseph A. Benenate Jr., Milton G. Benenate and Diane B. Harden.Daughter of the late Theresa Edel and Joseph A. Benenate Sr. Also survived by 2 grandchildren, 4 Great- grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Aged 75 years, a native of New Orleans and a resident of Metairie for the past 37 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home Chapel 4747 Veterans Blvd. Metairie on Thursday afternoon November 30, 2006 at 1:00 p.m.Interment in St. Roch Cemetery #2.Friends may visit from 11:00 a.m. until time of service. In lieu of flowers Donations to The American Heart Association 105 Campus Drive East P.O. Box 159 Destrehan, La. 70047 or The American Diabetes Association P.O. Box 1131 Fairfax, Va. 22038-1131 preferred. On line guest book available at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000528 Ledet - Minnie Alleman Ledet on Saturday, October 28, 2006. Beloved wife of the late Leslie Ledet. Mother of Richard and Earl, Sr. Ledet. Grandmother of Richard, Mary Ellen, Daniel, Earl Jr., Craig Ledet and the proud great-grandmother of 11 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Ledet was a native of Houma, LA and a resident of New Orleans for 50 years and Houston, TX for the past 7 years. Family and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at St. Ann's Church 4920 Loveland St.(at Transcontinental) Metairie, LA on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at 12:00 pm. Visitation will be on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home 4747 Veterans Blvd. Metairie, LA from 9:00 am until 11:30 am. Interment will be in Metairie Cemetery. Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000529 Lee - Bernard E. Lee, Sr. at his residence in Katy, Texas on Tuesday, October 31, 2006. Beloved husband of Nettie Wing Lee. Father of Lucille Johnson, Edward (Johnny) Jackson, Barbara Porter, Janet Goffner, Bernadette Lee, Audrey Bennett and the late Bernard Lee, Jr. Brother of Ruby LeBeauf and the late Willie Lee, Jr., Maude Brown, Myrtle Branch, Dorothy Williams, Gertie Davidson and Leola Robinson. Also survived by 15 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Age 93, a native of Ama, La. and a lifelong resident of New Orleans, La. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Star of Bethel Baptist Church, 2217 Harmony Street, New Orleans, La. followed by interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. There will be visitation at the church from 10:00 a.m. until funeral time. The Metairie Funeral Home of Lamana- Panno-Fallo in charge of arrangements. Sign on-line Guest Book at www.legacy.com. Funeral information: 831-9901. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000530 Lee - Daniel R. Lee, Sr. on Monday, October 30, 2006 at 6:30 o'clock p.m. Beloved husband of Bettie Hennington Lee. Son of the late Leonard Lee and Marie Vason Lee Watson. Stepfather Nat Watson. Father of Daniel R. Lee, Jr. and Brittnay Lee Monroe. Father-in-law of Catina P. Lee and Wendell S. Monroe. Brother of John Malone (Laura), Henry Malone (Thelma), L.C. Malone (Lillie), Ernest Malone (Fannie), Mary M. Jonson, Voncile Clausell, Inez Carmichael, the late Ella Mae Lambert and Lillie Bell Davis. Grandfather of Cierra T. Lee and Wendell S. Monroe, Jr. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Mt. Kingdom Baptist and New Home Missionary Baptist Churches; employees of Old Dominion Freight Line, Wink Engineering; staff and employees of Helen S. Edwards Elementary School are invited to attend the service. Funeral Services in the Chapel of the Roses of Charbonnet-Labat Funeral Home, 1615 St. Philip St. on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 1 o'clock p.m. Rev. Darrick Johnson, officiating. Interment Providence Memorial Park, Metairie, LA. Visitation 12 o'clock noon in the Funeral Home. CHARBONNET-LABAT, Directors, 581-4411. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000531 Leeper - James Malone Leeper Sr. Funeral services for Mr. James Malone Leeper will be held at 11:30 AM Saturday, November 25th, 2006 at Lafond Ardoin Funeral Home Chapel in Opelousas. A Mass service and a Rosary will be at 11:30 AM. The Rev. H.L. Brignac will conduct the service. Interment will follow at 3:00 PM at Bellevue Memorial Park. Bishop Michael Jarrell will conduct the graveside services. Mr. Leeper, 71, died November 20th, 2006 at Terrebonne General Medical Center in Houma. He was a parishiner of St. Bernadette Catholic Church in Houma La. Mr. James M. Leeper Sr. attorney at law, was born in Denton County Texas. He graduated from New Orleans Academy 1953. He served in the United States Army from 1954 to 1957. Graduated from La. Tech University BS in General Business 1961. From 1961 to 1964 Adjuster for Insurance Co. of North America, New Orleans, La. Married February 9th, 1963. 1964 to 1968 partner and Agent at DeJean - Leeper Insurance Agency, Opelousas La. He received Jurist Doctorate from Loyola University School of Law in1974. He worked as a Trust Officer, Bank of New Orleans 1968 to 1979. He was a Vice President and Trust Officer at First National Bank of Houma, Houma La from 1979 to 1987, a vice President and Trust Officer, American Bank & Trust co, in New Orleans from 1987 to 1991. An Associate of Owen Bradley Law office in New Orleans, La. He was attorney at Law at Schrader Law Office of Houma La He retired in 1995. He was the son of Horace Wilbur Leeper and Sarah Booth Malone, a loving husband of Marilynn DeJean Leeper for 43 years, A loving father of William DeJean Leeper, Elizabeth Malone Leeper Bussey and James Malone Leeper Jr. and his wife Tammy Leeper. A loving grandfather of Mindy Fanguy, Jason Matthew Giroir and Robert Michael Bussey. A loving brother of his sister Nancy Elizabeth Leeper Seitz and her husband Paul and his sister-in-law Gail Lavis and husband Dr. Charles Edward Lavis. He is also survived by numerous cousins, nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents Horace Wilbur and Sarah Booth Malone Leeper. The family requested that visitation be observed on Saturday, November 25, 2006, from 11:00 AM until time of services.If you wish to sign the online register please go to: www.lafondardoin.com. Phone number (337) 942-2638. Lafond Ardoin Funeral Home of Opelousas is in charge of the arrangements. Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000532 Lesage - Lucille Gagliano Lesage, age 91 years, passed away on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at Belle Maison Nursing Home in Hammond, LA. Mrs. Lesage is the beloved wife of the late George F. Lesage. Mother of George L. Lesage. Grandmother of Charles V. Lesage. Great grandmother of Aimae and Evan Lesage. Sister of Sam Gagliano, Josie Kramer, Mary Meredith, Frances LeConte and the late Dominick Gagliano, Tony Gagliano, Michael Gagliano, Lena Miletello and Lillian Sirchia. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Mrs. Lesage is a native of Independence, LA and a longtime resident of Arabi, LA. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at 12:00pm. Visitation will begin from 10:00 am until 12:00 pm. Interment will follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-6-2006 **************************************** 000533 LeSassier - Earline Mary LeSassier died on Monday, October 30, 2006 at East Jefferson Hospital. Age 74. She was a graduate of Xavier Prep. Wife of Paul M. LeSassier, Sr. Mother of Paul M. LeSassier, Jr., Eric LeSassier, Stephen LeSassier and the late Cherie LeSassier. Also survived by 11 grandchildren: Michelle LeSassier, Monique LeSassier, Eric LeSassier, Jr., Devin LeSassier, Jovan LeSassier, Kim LeSassier McHerrin, Stephen LeSassier, Jr., Ravin LeSassier, Tamika LeSassier, Tamara Bodiford and the late Paul M. LeSassier III; 20 great- grandchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends. A native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Relatives and friends of the family; also priest and parishioners of Corpus Christi Catholic Chruch are invited to attend the visitation on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 2022 St. Bernard Avenue from 8:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. NO WAKE. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC. in charge. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000534 Levet - Atlas J. (Lucky) Levet on Friday, November 24, 2006 at 5:15 a.m. Beloved husband of Annie (Jimmie) Levet. Father and father-in-law of Marvin and Terrie Levet, Leila and Larry Montz and Brett and Lisa Levet. Grandfather of Brandon, Derek and Erika Levet, Leanne LeBouef, Jessi, Kody and Bronson Montz. Great-grandfather of Gavin LeBouef. Son of the late Lemonce and Ann Levet. Age 76. A native of Reserve and a resident of LaPlace for the past 49 years. Relatives and friends of the family, also employees of Kaiser Aluminum are invited to attend services. Visitation at Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, 2806 West Airline Highway, LaPlace, La. on Monday, November 27, 2006 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. followed by religious services at the funeral home chapel at 11:00 a.m. Burial in St. John Memorial Gardens Cemetery in LaPlace. Times Picayune 11-25-2006 **************************************** 000535 Lewis - Alice P. Lewis, a retired housekeeper, died on WednesdaY, November 15, 2006 at Tulane Medical Center. Age 84. Mother of Elaine Brown, Hattie Grant, Vivian Brown and Anthony Lewis. Sister of Walter Pursley and Viola Smith. Also survived by a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great- grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of First Free Mission B.C. are invited to attend the visitation on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at Frist Free Mission Baptist Church, 426 Lamarque St. from 8:00 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. follwed by Funeral Service at 9:30 a.m. Rev. Willie Moore, officiating. Interment Resthaven Memorial Park. NO WAKE. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC. in charge. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000536 Lewis - Chalmouis W. Lewis (Charlie) was born November 2, 1915 to Henry and Ethel Lewis. He passed away on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at the age of 91. Beloved husband of the late Clara Z. Lewis. Loving father of Kathleen L. Rabalais and her husband Dennis J. Rabalais. Brother of Luther Lewis Sr., Vera Mae Tortich, Lula Mae Caston and the late Finnon, Velton and Leon Lewis and Norma Manzella. He was number one welder at Lone Star Cement Industries. Special thanks to the St. Joseph Hospice and all of the doctors. Private services will be held at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME. Memorial Donations may be made to St. Joseph Hospice, 824 Elmwood Park Blvd., Ste. 155, New Orleans, LA 70123. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com Times Picayune 11-13-2006 **************************************** 000537 Lewis - John Joseph Lewis, age 67 years, passed away at his residence in Mitchelleville, MD, on Monday, October 30, 2006. A Mass of Christian Burial commemorating his life will be celebrated on Tuesday, November 7, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 8312 Burthe Street with Father Anthony Bozeman, SSJ serving as celebrant. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. until the hour of service. He leaves to cherish his many precious memories; one son, Marc E. Lewis, Sr. of Brooklyn, New York; one grandson, Marc E. Lewis, Jr.; one sister, Dianne M. Lane (Grady) of Upper Malboro, MD; two brothers: Lionel Lewis (Rachel) of Los Angeles, CA and James Lewis (Cynthia) of New Orleans, LA; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends are all invited to attend. He was preceded in death by his parents: Lionel and Elizabeth (Lizzie) Lewis; and his brother, Alvin Lewis (Dianne). Interment and Rite Service at Providence Memorial Park Cemetery with ascending doves symbolizing the commending of the departing soul. Funeral Services HERITAGE FUNERAL DIRECTORS 'A Spirit of Excellence' 4101 St. Claude Avenue, N.O., LA Information: (504) 944-5500 Times Picayune 11-6-2006 **************************************** 000538 Lewis - Osborne Herman Lewis He was called to rest on Wednesday, November 1, 2006. He was a lifelong resident of N.O., LA until Hurricane Katrina, moved to Amite, LA briefly, then to Kansas City, Missouri to live with his son, where he departed from this life, he was 83 years old. Last place of employment was the City of New Orleans. Beloved husband of Eloise Hayward Lewis. Son of the late Spence Lewis and Albertine William Lewis. Father of Alice L., Osborne H. Jr., Olga P. and Marie J. Lewis. Brother of Hilda Lewis Butler, the late Spencer Jr., James O., Warren, Joseph, Vernon and Earl Lewis, Vernice L. Martin, Lorraine L. Allen and Yvonne L. Franklin. Father-in-law of Halimah Lewis and Gayle Lewis. Also survived by 8 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, 13 great-great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of First Zion Baptist Church, St. Mark's 4th B.C., St. Mark Missionary Baptist Chruch, Mount Carmel Missionary Baptist Church, Kansas City, MO, Butler A.M.E. Zion Church, Amite, LA, Valena C. Jones Elem. (1980-2005), City of N.O., Volunteers of America After School Program, M.W. Prince Hall Grand Chapter, Lodge #21 and The Greater New Orleans Writing Project are invited to attend the Funeral Services from First Zion Baptist Church, 2200 Jackson Ave., N.O., LA on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Donald Barryhill, officiating. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery, 4000 Norman Mayer Blvd. Visitation from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. Arrangements by D.W. RHODES FUNERAL HOME, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna, LA. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000539 Lewis - Robert Lee Lewis, Sr., a retired truck driver, on Sunday, November 12, 2006 at the age of 64. Father of Robert Lewis, Jr., Pamela L. Richardson, Rodney Lewis and Mary Ann Brown. Son of the late Dave and Rosie Lewis. Brother of Lorris, Thomas, Jimmie and Dave Lewis, Lillie B. Taylor and Rosie Lewis. Father- in-law of Dorothy Lewis and Walter Richardson, Jr. Preceded in death by wife Charlotte Lewis, brother John Lewis and sister Lula Mae McGee. Also survived by 10 grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, sisters-in-law, other relatives and friends. He will be missed by all who knew him. He was a native of St. Joseph, La. and a resident of New Orleans, La. until he evacuated to San Antonio, TX. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral services at Littlejohn's Funeral Home, 2163 Aubry Street on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. NO WAKE. Viewing of the remains from 8:30 a.m. until service time. Rev. C.L. Franklin officiating. Entombment: Mount Olivet Mausoleum. Professional Services entrusted to: Littlejohn Funeral Home 2163 Aubry Street. Cal K. Johnson, Manager/Funeral Director Information: 940-0045 Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000540 Lifsey - Ruby-Nelle Hoppmeyer Lifsey passed away, at her home, on Thursday, November 16, 2006. Born in Steubenville, Ohio, on January 31, 1922, to Herbert E. Hoppmeyer and Dorothea Leifeste Hoppmeyer. Ruby-Nelle lived most of her life in the New Orleans area. She graduated from Elenore McMain High School and Soule' Business College, and retired from the Internal Revenue Service. A longtime member of the Munholland United Methodist Church, she served as Sunday School teacher and secretary, volunteered for numerous church jobs, and belonged to United Methodist Women, and several church circles. She also volunteered for the Jefferson Performing Arts Society in various capacities. Ruby-Nelle is survived by her husband, Robert Q. Lifsey; and brother, Herbert E. Hoppmeyer, Jr.; her three children, Michael L. Lifsey, Linda L. Biven, and Richard Q. Lifsey, and their respective spouses, Cynthia R. Lifsey, Jack H. Biven, and Judith V. Lifsey; her grandchildren, David Biven, Emily Burke, Melissa Wender, Andrew Lifsey, Derek Valen, Richard Biven, Elisabeth Lifsey, and Alexis Lifsey; and her great- grandsons, Jackson and Aeric Wender. She is further survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and many friends. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her brother, Warren H. Hoppmeyer. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Services for Ruby-Nelle on Monday, November 20th, 2006 at 11:00 am at Munholland United Methodist Church, 1201 Metairie Road. The Reverend Gene Finnell, Pastor, will officiate. Relatives and friends are welcome to visit at the church from 10:00 am until the hour of services. In lieu of flowers, memorial funds may be sent to the American Diabetes Association, the American Heart Association, or Munholland United Methodist Church. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000541 Littleton - Verna J. Littleton of Buras, LA on Wednesday, November 1, 2006. Beloved mother of Russell E. Sr., Kevin 'Randy', Melissa A. Barrois and the late Russ-Anne, Rickie K. Barrois. Mother-in-law of Earline H. Barrois. Daughter of the late Karl Littleton and Dorothy Litz Littleton. Grandmother of Russell 'Rusty', Coby, William K. Barrois, Jerry C., III, James C., Justin C., Vernon, Shane Srsen and the late Jordan C. Vernon. Great Grandmother of Andrew C., Bayli, McKenzie, Brooke Barrois, Jenna C. and Jayce Vernon. Sister of Dorothy J. Vincent. Godmother of Rhonda B. Dykes and Dolly A. Touchet. Aunt of Allen, Rhonda, Pat, Judy, Dane, Dale, Donnie, Darren and Dade Vincent and the late Eddie B. Friend of Anthony Keko. A native of Decatur, Illinois and a resident of Buras, LA for the past 60 years. Relatives and friends of the family, also members of the N.O. Westbank Christian Connection, LeBon Temps Divas, Red Hat Society, Parishioners of Our Lady of Good Harbor, St. Joseph Altar Society, and The Blue Army are invited to attend a Funeral Mass in the Chapel of Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Monday, November 6, 2006 at 1PM. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation at the funeral home on Monday from 9:00 AM until Mass time. Times Picayune 11-4-2006 **************************************** 000542 Longo - Arlene Longo, devoted daughter of Marie and Jim Longo, passed away at her home in Timberlane, Gretna on November 10. She was forty years old. A native of New Orleans, Arlene was a graduate of Holy Cross University where she majored in psychology. A love of animals led her to volunteer in veterinary services and to work as a breeder of Rottweiler dogs. An avid 'techie' and collector, she wrote poems and enjoyed travel in the U.S., Puerto Rico and abroad with her family. She is survived by her brother James, his wife Cara and their three children Corey, Jesse and Cassidy. Arlene chose to donate her body to scientific research. A memorial service will be held at St. Martha's Church, 2555 Apollo Drive, Harvey, at 10:30 A.M. Wednesday, November 15. In lieu of flowers please make donations in memory of Arlene to the Jefferson Parish Animal Shelter, P.O. Box 10640, Jefferson, Louisiana, 70181. Times Picayune 11-14-2006 **************************************** 000543 Lopez - Rodolfo DeJesus Lopez, at his residence in Kenner, LA, on Sunday, November 19, 2006. Husband of Alba Lopez. Father of Leandro Lopez, Rigoberto Lopez, Lesly Lopez, Ly Lopez and Irazlema Lopez. Brother of Gina Lopez. Also survived by 11 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Age 69 years. Mr. Lopez was a carpenter. A native of Honduras and resident of Kenner, LA for the past 30 years. Family and friends of the family are invited to attend Funeral Services on Friday, November 24, 2006 at 8:00 p.m. Visitation at the Metairie Funeral Home of Lamana-Panno-Fallo, 1717 Veterans Blvd., at the corner of Bonnabel Blvd. on Friday after 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Please sign the on-line Guest Book at www.legacy.com. Information: 831-9901. Times Picayune 11-23-2006 **************************************** 000544 Lopiccolo - Josephine Geraci Lopiccolo at Chateau Living Center, Kenner, LA on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at 1:15 AM. Wife of the late John Lopiccolo. Mother of Sylvester Lopiccolo of Houma, LA, Natale Lopiccolo of Metairie, LA, John Lopiccolo of Columbia S. C., and Anne Lopiccolo Berger of Orange Beach, AL. Mother-in-law of Jean Babin, Marilyn Vivien and Virginia Courchane Lopiccolo and Steven Berger. Former mother-in-law of Rita Lopiccolo and Robert Taylor. Grandmother of Richard, Michael, Danny Lopiccolo and Dianne Jones; Natale, Jr., Phillip Lopiccolo, Terri Virga and Angela Gray; Robert Taylor and Kristen Phillips; John (Jay) Lopiccolo and Cathryn Ammermann. Step-grandmother of 6, great-grandmother of 22, great-great grandmother of 4 and 1 step-great great grandchild. Preceded in death by two grandchildren: John and Joseph Lopiccolo; three sisters: Catherine Romano, Mary Pellittieri and Anna Giacone; and two brothers: Anthony and Philip Geraci. Daughter of the late Natale Geraci and Anna Palmeri. Age 96 years. A native of New Orleans, LA and longtime resident of Metairie, LA. A past resident of Metairie Manor, longtime parishioner of St. Ann Catholic Church and member of the St. Ann Over 50's Club. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass in the Metairie Chapel of LAMANA-PANNO- FALLO, 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd., corner of Bonnabel Blvd. on Monday, November 13, 2006 at 12:00 noon. Followed by interment in Greenwood Cemetery, New Orleans, LA. Guests are welcome after 10:00 AM on Monday, November 13, 2006 until funeral time. Memorials to St. Ann Church and Shrine, Transcontinental Drive, Metairie, LA or Masses preferred. Sign On-Line Guest Book at www.legacy.com. Information 831- 9901. Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000545 Low - Doris Low, of Slidell, LA, on Monday, October 30, 2006. Mother of Seth Low and Beth Robbins. Daughter of the late: Joseph Haydel and Lucy Turner Haydel. Sister of Dorothy Guthans, Millicient Tardo, Al Sira Young. Also survived by 2 grandchildren. Age 85 years. A native of Portsmith, Virginia. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Services at Mt. Olive AME Church, 2457 Second Street, Slidell, LA on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. Interment in FOREST LAWN CEMETERY. Visitation on Thursday from 9:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. at the church. Donations to: Mt. Olive AME Food Bank, 2457 Second Street, Slidell LA 70458 preferred, in lieu of flowers. Arrangements by HONAKER FUNERAL HOME, INC., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000546 Loyd - Gladys Rauscher Loyd passed away on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at the age of 93. Gladys was a native of Relief, North Carolina and a resident of Covington for the past 25 years. Wife of the late Howard Loyd. Sister of Maud, Thelma, Myrtel, Mary, Beatrice, Mamie, Geneva, Richard, Jack, Jake and Grover. Daughter of the late Julia Edwards Honeycutt and Grover Honeycutt. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends of the Family are invited to attend the funeral. Religious services will be held in the Chapel of Bagnell & Son Funeral Home, 75212 Lee Rd. Covington, LA. on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. Interment in Core Cemetery. Friends may call after 10:00 A.M. Saturday. Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000547 Lucio - Zelma Constance Lucio was born April 18, 1928 in Havana, Cuba to John and Zelma Sullivan Lucio. She died on Wednesday, October 25, 2006 at West Jefferson Medical Center. A professional teacher for 25 years she spent the first half of her career as a Benedictine Sister, teaching in Florida schools and the last half as a lay person, teaching in the Archdiocese of New Orleans. She was preceded in death by her younger brother, John Lucio. She is survived by her brother, Benjamin A. Lucio and several nephews and nieces: David, Jonathan and Stephen Lucio of New Orleans; Dr. Daniel Lucio, Henri, and Samuel Lucio of New Orleans; Michael, Jessica and Michael Benjamin Lucio of Mandeville; Dr. John Lucio, Cydney and Sadie Lucio of Jefferson City, Missouri; Dr. James Lucio, Gabriella, Austin and Alex Lucio of Orlando, Florida. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass in the Chapel of MOTHE FUNERAL HOMES, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at 11:00 am. Interment All Saints Mausoleum. Parlors will be open from 9:00 am until funeral time. In lieu of flowers, Miss Lucio asked that you remember her is masses for the repose of her soul and the souls of all the other faithful departed. Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000548 Luening - Warren 'Wimp' H. Luening, on Friday November 17, 2006. Beloved husband of the late Rita Vanney Luening. Father of Warren Luening, Jr., and Robert Luening. Grandfather of Elizabeth Long and Ryan Luening. Brother of Katherine Veque and the late Lester Luening, Rita Roig, and Gloria Probst. He was a retired machinist of the New Orleans Public Belt Railroad for forty three years. Age 88 years. A native and life-long resident of New Orleans. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Chapel of Lamana-Panno-Fallo, 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie on Friday, November 24, 2006 at 1:00 pm. Interment in St. Vincent de Paul No. 2 Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10:00 am until service time. Arrangements by JACOB SCHOEN AND SON FUNERAL DIRECTORS. Guestbook may be signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-22-2006 **************************************** 000549 Lundgren - Arden K. 'Dean' Lundgren, age 89, born September 10, 1917, passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2006 at 4:50 p.m. A native of Boutte, LA and resident of Thibodaux, LA. Survived by: wife, Dorothy Roundtree Lundgren; 1 son, Charles Lundgren and daughter-in-law, Monica Verdun Lundgren; 2 daughters: Ruth Reulet and son-in-law, Samuel 'Jude' Reulet and Judy Lundgren; sister, Lucy Louivere; grandchildren: Wayne Reulet, Laura R. Greco, Ron Reulet, Ross Lundgren and Layla Lundgren; and 3 great-grandchildren: Payton Reulet, Avery Reulet and Kate Greco. Preceded in death by parents: Olaf and Camile Matherne Lundgren; 3 brothers: Larry Lundgren, Wilmer 'Fatty' Lundgren and Clarence Beard; and 3 sisters: Eula Gros, Levi Berger, Nora Ledet. He was a Veteran of WWII, a member of the V.F.W. and a member of Protector Fire Co. #2. Visitation 8:00 a.m. until funeral time on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at St. Thomas Aquinas Church, Thibodaux, LA. Memorial Services 10:00 am. Saturday at the Church. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery, Thibodaux, LA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Bayou Regional Hospice, 195 Corportate Dr., Houma, LA 70360. THIBODAUX FUNERAL HOME, INC., Thibodaux, LA in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-23-2006 **************************************** 000550 Lunetta - Rita Lucy Lunetta passed away on Monday, July 31, 2006 at the age of 80 in Plano, Texas. Beloved daughter of the late Mary Plescia and Saverio Lunetta. Survived by her sisters: Fannie L. Simpson and Marie Ann Lunetta; her brother, Mitchell Lunetta; and the late Rosalie L. Reinach, Anna Marion Lunetta, Gloria Mae Lunetta and Frank John Lunetta. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Miss Rita Lucy Lunetta was a lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA up until Hurricane Katrina and living in Plano, Texas up until the time of her death. Visitation was held at the Ted Dickey Funeral Home, Plano, Texas. Interment in the St. Vincent de Paul Mausoleum Cemetery #3. Arrangements by LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME. Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000551 Lusse - Melba Ray Lusse went to her rest on Sunday, November 19, 2006 in Victorville, California. Beloved wife of the late Lloyd Lusse, to whom she was married for 67 years until he passed away in 2001. Devoted mother of Linda Torres and Judy Kinkade. Mother-in-Law of Bobby Torres and Jerry Kinkade. Loving grandmother of Ray Torres, Jody Torres, Chris Torres, Wayne Torres, Amanda Hall and Armand Reixach, III. Also survived by a sister, Jackie Cangelosi and extended family. Preceded in death by sisters, Clair Ray, Muriel Szczepanski, brothers, Philip and Girod Ray. She was born, raised and lived in New Orleans until she became an evacuee of Hurricane Katrina. She was a parishioner of St. James Major Catholic Church, an officer in the Krewes of Hera and Naiads. Sweetheart of Nu Kappa Psi and a member of TOGOM. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Funeral Mass at the Chapel of the temporary location of Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home, (Lamana-Panno-Fallo), 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd. at Bonnabel Blvd., Metairie, LA on Friday, December 1, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Friday from 10:00 A.M. until Mass at 11:00 A.M.Inurnment will follow in St. Roch #2 Cemetery Mausoleum. Masses preferred. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000552 Magier - Milton (Mendel) Magier on Saturday, November 18, 2006. Beloved husband of the late Helen Sterdiniak Magier and Eva Neustettel Magier. Beloved father of Heather Magier Rubinstein and Seymour Magier. Grandfather of Helen and Nadine Rubinstein and Hali and Daniel Magier. Brother of Joseph Magier and the late Irving Magier. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Father-in-law of Asher Rubinstein and Rita Magier. Age 94 years. A native of Poland, longtime resident of New York, and recent resident of New Orleans, LA. Funeral Services will be held in New Jersey. Interment will be in Beth Israel Cemetery, Woodbridge, New Jersey. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, Washington, D.C. Arrangements by THARP-SONTHEIMER-THARP FUNERAL HOME, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, LA 7001, (504) 835-2341. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000553 Mallinson - Simone Jeanne Arbaud Mallinson, born on June 25, 1927, passed away on Sunday, November 12, 2006, after a long battle with cancer. Beloved wife of Patrick Henry Mallinson. Mother of James Henry McCarty, Marcelle McCarty Porter, Gisele McCarty Van Dervort and the late Patrick Edward McCarty. Also survived by five grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Simone, a war bride and native of Marseille, France, is also survived by her Giovanelli nieces and nephews still living in France. She was a resident of Algiers, LA and of Terrytown, LA for the past fifty years. She worked for many years at the Naval Support Activity in Algiers as a beauty advisor for Revlon. She was also a volunteer at the Gretna Food Bank. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 11:00AM. Visitation will begin at 9:00AM until Mass time. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations in her name to Tau House Ministries, c/o Sr. Ann Roddy, SSDN, 1029 Gov. Nicholls St., New Orleans, LA 70116. Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000554 Malone - Ronald Lee Malone, age 70, of Diamondhead, MS, passed away on Monday, November 13, 2006 in Diamondhead, MS. He was born in New Orleans, LA on August 19, 1936, lived in Baton Rouge, LA before moving to the Coast in 1989. Ronald retired from AT & T where he worked as a Switching Equipment Technician. He was a Veteran serving in the Air National Guard.He was preceded in death by his son, Jeffrey Lee Malone; parents, Allen and Beulah Malone; brother, David Malone; grandmother; and aunt who raised him, Josephine Estelle and Florence Estelle. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Joycelyn Cantelli Malone of Diamondhead, MS; sons: Bryan Malone and wife, Mary Lou of Bay St. Louis, MS, Kevin Malone and wife, Beth of Baton Rouge, LA; his daughter, Erin M. Rosson and husband, Peter of Baton Rouge, LA; and his brother, Lenny Malone of Brookhaven, MS. He is also survived by 6 grandchildren: Edie and Danny Rosson, Jeffrey and Meghan Malone all of Baton Rouge, LA; Andrea Sheridan and Missy Daw of Bay St. Louis, MS; 7 great grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. The visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 15, 2006 from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm at Edmond Fahey Funeral Home in Bay St. Louis, MS.Interment will follow in Gulf Coast Memorial Cemetery & Mausoleum in Bay St. Louis, MS. In Lieu of flowers the family request donations to your local Food Kitchen. EDMOND FAHEY FUNERAL HOME in Bay St. Louis, MS is in charge of the arrangements Times Picayune 11-14-2006 **************************************** 000555 Manchester - Alda Faye Manchester, formerly of Gretna, LA and a resident of Plainview community for the past 10 years, died Sunday evening at the Riverside Medical Center, Franklinton, LA at the age of 72. She was a member of Plainview Baptist Church. Survivors include her son, Landis Manchester of Barataria, LA; daughter, Vicky (Thomas) Hedrick of Chalmette, LA; 4 grandchildren: Landis Manchester of Baton Rouge, LA, Sara Manchester of Bogalusa, LA, Codi Manchester of Bogalusa, LA and Alexandra Hedrick of Chalmette, LA; 2 great-grandchildren: Braeden Manchester of Houma, LA and Alexis Fitzgerald of Marrero, LA; and sister, Melvalenne (Herman) Meyers of Lake Providence, LA. Also survived by other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Manchester; son, Tim Manchester; parents, Clarence Ernest McLendon and Mattie Bradford McLendon; brother, C.L. McLendon. Funeral Services will be held at the Plainview Baptist Church, Hyw. 60, Bogalusa, LA on Thursday, November 16, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Keith Sheridan, officiating. Interment to follow in the Hillview Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Visitation will be held at Brown McGehee Funeral Home, 610 Avenue F., Bogalusa, LA on Wednesday evening from 6:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. and again on Thursday morning at the Church from 9:00 a.m. until service time. For information call: 958-732-7155 Times Picayune 11-14-2006 **************************************** 000556 Manich - Marie Cacamo Manich passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 10:20 p.m. in River Bend Nursing Home. Beloved wife of Salvador (Sam) Manich for over 54 years. Mother of Susan Martin, Linda Griffin and Steven Manich. Grandmother of Jacquelyn Baumann, Erick Martin, Paul (Jack) Griffin IV, Stephanie Manich and Shari Steele. Great-grandmother of three. Sister of John Cacamo, Jr., Joyce Ackermann, the late Paul Cacamo, Blaise Cacamo and Rosemary Illg. She is also survived by a host of loving nieces and nephews. Age 79. Mrs. Manich was a retired clerk with Plaquemine Parish Government. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Braithwaite, LA for the past 50 years. Relatives, friends and Plaquemine Parish Government employees are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from the Chapel of the Metairie Home of Lamana-Panno-Fallo Funeral Home, 1717 Veterans Blvd., at Bonnabel Blvd. on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Followed by interment in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Visitation on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 after 9:00 a.m. Sign On-Line Guest Book at www.legacy.com Funeral information: 831-9901. Times Picayune 11-21-2006 **************************************** 000557 Mantooth - Marvin Arthur Mantooth passed away on Tuesday, November 7, 2006, Election Day, in Metairie. He was born on April 20, 1923 in Denver, Colorado to Arthur Mantooth and Catherine Donahue Mantooth. He served in the European theater during 1945 with the 3548th Ordinance. Upon returning home, he graduated from Colorado School of Mines in petroleum engineering. Marve went to work for Chevron, drilling wells for a few years in Colorado, Utah and Wyoming. He met and married Dorothy Elizabeth Powell, also of Denver. In the 1950's they followed the oil to New Orleans where they stayed. He was among the first to work offshore and helped develop many offshore oil fields. He worked for Chevron for almost 40 years as a drilling and production engineer, retiring in the 1980's. He was active in Chevron's retirement organization and traveled during his retirement. Marve was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy. He is survived by his brother, Lester, of Denver; his three children, Chris and his wife Charmian of Santa Fe, Texas, Janet Burgess of Claremont, Oklahoma, and Geoff and his wife Debbie of Aledo, Texas, as well as grandchildren Heather, Brendan, Colin, Andrew and Logan, all of Santa Fe and Taylor, Carter and Addison, all of Aledo. Marve was a member of St. Augustine's Episcopal Church. He was easy going and got along with everyone. He loved to talk and tell stories. Marve did not like taxes and he did not like most politicians, voicing his opinion about the two on a regular basis. Family and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at St. Augustine Episcopal Church, 3412 Haring Rd. Metairie, LA 70006, on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 11:00 am. Visitation will be at the church from 10:00 am until 11:00 am. Interment will be in Lakelawn Park Cemetery. Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, Metairie, LA in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000558 Marcelin - Milton James Marcelin, Sr., entered eternal life on Wednesday, October 18, 2006 at the age of 24. Preceded in death by grandparents and brother. He is survived by his mother, paternal grandmother, 2 sisters, 2 brothers, 1 brother-in-law, 1 son, 2 daughters, a host of uncles, aunts, other relatives and friends. He attended Sarah T. Reed Senior High School and was currently attending classes at an adult school to receive his GED. Milton was a member of Jesus Lord Evangelistic Ministry under the leadership of Pastor Donald Williams and was employeed by Paul Piazza and Son. A service will be held on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at CHARBONNET-LABAT FUNERAL HOME, 1615 ST. PHILIP STREET at 10:00 a.m. Interment: Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Visitation 8:00 a.m. in the Chapel. CHARBONNET- LABAT, Directors, 581-4411. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000559 Marcelin - Brian 'Boss' Marcelin, age 37, on Thursday, November 23, 2006 at Ochsner Medical Center. Son of the late James and Gladys Johnson Marcelin, Jr. Father of Brian Diggs, Brianesha and Brianja Marcelin. Brother of James and Terry Marcelin, Troy Marcelin and Agnes Taylor all of New Orleans, LA. Also survived by his companion, Evelyn Vicks and 'Major', a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Mt. Zion Community Baptist Church; and employees of the Warrick Hotel are invited to attend the service. Funeral Service on Wednesday, November 29, 2006 in the Chapel of the Roses of Charbonnet-Labat Funeral Home, 1615 St. Philip St. at 11 o'clock a.m. Rev. Derrick Joshua, officiating. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Visitatin 9 o'clock a.m. in the Chapel CHARBONNET-LABAT, Directors, 581-4411. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000560 Marse - George P. Marse Sr., died Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at 10:00 AM. He was 84 years old. Mr. Marse was born in Chackbay, LA and then lived in Lutcher, LA for 19 years, Metairie, LA for 12 years, and Harahan, LA for 48 years. He also maintained a home on the Jourdan River in Kiln, Mississippi. He graduated from Lutcher High School, and was a graduate of the National Correspondence Schools in Electrical Engineering, Real Estate Law, and Real Estate Appraisal. He was a retired land and right of way manager for LA Power and Light Company, the past president of the LA Chapter of the International Right of Way Association, and was the past chairman of the Real Estate section of the Southeastern Electrical Exchange. He was a Navy Veteran of World War II from 1942 through 1945 having served on the U.S.S. Mattaponi fleet Oiler and the Battleship U.S.S. New Jersey from March 1943 to December 1945. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, St. Rita Council #3854, the D.D. Coffee Club of Harahan, LA, the 'CRONY' Club of Diamondhead, Mississippi, and the American Legion Post #397 Voiture 1616 of the Forty and Eight. Survivors include his son, Dr. George P. Marse, Jr., daughters: Laura Marse Hague and Susan Marse Boudreaux, daughters-in-law: Terri Turner Marse Faye and Vera Carona Marse, Sons-in-law: Brophy Boudreaux, and Major (Ret.) Douglas Hague, Sister-in-law, Doris Marse Trosclair, Grandchildren: George P. Marse, III and his wife Hilary, Andrew, Alex and R.J. Marse, Jr., Kyle and Kelly Boudreaux, and Amie Boudreaux Post and spouse Jesse; and one great grandchild, Annabella Sophia Marse. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Anna Bradford Marse, his dear son, Dr. Randy J. Marse, Sr., his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Trasimond Marse, Jr. of Lutcher, LA and his dear brother, Jessie Marse of Thibodaux, LA. Relatives, friends, members of various organizations listed above and employees and retirees of LA Power and Light Co. are invited to attend the visitation and Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Friday, December 1, 2006. Visitation will start at 10:00 AM with the Funeral Mass to follow at 12:00 PM. Internment will follow Mass in Metairie Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, Greater New Orleans Office, 2605 River Road, New Orleans, LA 70121. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000561 Marsh - Clara Fitzgerald Marsh, of Lacomb, LA on Friday, November 3, 2006, in Slidell, Louisiana. Beloved wife of the late Carroll G. Marsh. Mother of Jackie M. Curry, Carol M. Boe, and the late Carroll T. Marsh. Daughter of the late:Thomas Milmore and Emma Mae Mauer Fitzgerald. Sister of the late Thomas E. Fitzgerald, Lloyd J. Fitzgerald, Dorothy F. Kessel, and Edna F. Graffato. Also survived by 12 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren. Age: 89 years. A native of New Orleans, LA Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, November 7, 2006, at 11:00am at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 28088 Main Street in Lacomb, Louisiana. Friends may visit at the church on Tuesday from 9:00am until service time. Burial will be in Lake Lawn Mausoleum in New Orleans, LA. Arrangements by HONAKER FUNERAL HOME, INC., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000562 Martello - Harold 'Kick' Martello, a Cafe' Du Monde Coffee Stand Retiree, passed away on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at the age of 88. He was the son of the late Marie Dupont Martello and Samuel Martello, brother of the late Selma M. Merwin, Dominic, Herbert, Hubert and Lawrence Martello. Mr. Martello, a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Arabi, LA for the past 10 years, is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral from the temporary location of Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home (Lamana- Panno-Fallo), 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd. at Bonnabel Blvd. on Thursday, November 16, 2006 at 1:00 P.M. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Thursday from 12:00 noon to 1:00 P.M. Interment will be in St. Vincent de Paul #1 Cemetery. Times Picayune 11-15-2006 **************************************** 000563 Martin - Charlotte Dexter Martin, age 57, born January 19, 1949, passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2006. Beloved wife of Johnnie Martin. Mother of Jessica Martin, Rachel Martin, and John Martin. Daughter of Charles Dexter and the late Thelma Dexter. Sister to Madelyn Dexter, Ruth Dexter Miller, Chuck Dexter, and the late George Dexter. Also survived by nephews Terry Suprean, Jr., Peter Suprean, Damian Danos, Joey Dexter, and Christopher Miller. A native of Metairie and a resident of Marrero, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Service at Mothe Funeral Home, 7040 Lapalco Blvd, Marrero, LA on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at 1:00 PM. Interment Restlawn Cemetery , Avondale, LA. Visitation will be held Saturday morning from 11:00 AM until Funeral Time. Information: 366-4343. Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000564 Martin - Nina Powell Martin passed away on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at the age of 89. Mrs. Martin was an accountant for the New Orleans City Park and she also served as a WAC in the United States Armed Forces. She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold A. Martin; her parents, Maybell Burnette and James Edward Powell; her brothers, Leon Troy Powell and Edgar Banks Powell, and his wife Juanita Day Powell; and two nephews, Kelly McClellan Powell and Gerald Dean Powell. Survivors include one step-grandson, Stephen Guynes, and his wife, Maryann, and their children Sebastian and Felicia; two nephews Carey B. Powell and his wife, Margie, and Durward Ray Powell and his wife, Chris; and two nieces, Julie 'June' Bolton and Lavern M. Powell. Also survived by a host of great nieces and great nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral service at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Thursday, November 16, 2006 at 2:00 PM. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 15, 2006 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM and on Thursday, November 16, 2006 from 1:00 PM until time of service. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-15-2006 **************************************** 000565 Martin - Geneva Forrest Martin passed away on Monday, November 6, 2006 at 7:40 PM. Age 71 years. Beloved wife of the late Donald Stephen Martin. Loving mother of Geneva Z. Bailey, Kathy Bailey Bonner, Michael L. Martin and Joseph C. Martin. Sister of James Forrest, Bobby Ripp and Joycelyn Paulk. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Greenwood Funeral Home Chapel, (Formerly All Faiths)(486-0880) 5200 Canal Blvd. on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 1:00 PM. Visitation will be from 11:00 AM until time of Service. Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery on Monday, November 13, 2006 at 10:00 AM. To view or sign the Family Guestbook please visit www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000566 Martin - Leroy Martin, a laborer, died Friday, October 27, 2006 in Houston, TX of cancer. Age 59. A lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA. Survivors include: his loving companion, Marion Jordan of 18 years; 3 children: Leroy Williams, Edwardo Sumours and Kajyonna Joseph; 2 stepchildren: Marianna and Ronya Jordan of New Orleans, LA; his father, Leroy Wilson; 5 brothers: Alphonse Reff of Plymouth, Minn, Randy, Jimmie and Leonard Reff and Charles Nealy; 4 sisters: Doris Howard of Milwaukee, WI, Geneva Hughes, Lottie Moseman and Evangeline Green; 10 grandchlidren; and a host of other relatives and friends. A Graveside Funeral Service will be held Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at 7901 Hillary St. in St. Mary Cemetery, New Orleans, LA. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000567 Martin - Mattie F. Martin, born to the late Nellie W. Robertson and Arnold Favron on April 10, 1914 in Rosedale, LA. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Martin, Sr. She was also preceded in death by siblings: Leaster R. Jonson, Thomas Favron, Joseph Favron, Walter Favron, Frank Rogers, Everlina R. Brame, James Rogers, Jr. and Beatrice R. Perkins. She is survived by siblings: Albert I. Willis, Hosea Robertson, Adam B. Robertson, OraBell R. Johnson, Nellie R. Boyd and John D. Robertson. Mattie had four children: Richard Martin, Jr., the late Joseph H. Albright, Grace P. Madison and Richard W. Martin. She is survived by eight grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews. She is also survived by three sisters-in-law: Ida Willis, Sandra Robertson and Loriane Favron. She is also survived by one daughter-in-law, Debra P. Albright; and one son-in-law, Romell J. Madison. She was also preceded in death by two her most dearest friends: Mr. and Mrs. Elijah and Alberta Rheames. Mrs. Martin resided in New Orleans, LA from 1946 to 2005. She was a long time member of the Central Missionary Baptist Church in New Orleans, LA and most recently a member of the New Mount Olive Baptist Church, Grosse Tete, LA. She departed this life on on Saturday, November 11, 2006 in Baton Rouge, LA at 2:15 a.m. at the Capitol House Nursing and Rehabilitation Facility. She will be greatly missed by many. Visitation Saturday, November 18, 2006 - 12:00 noon until Religious Service at 1:00 p.m. at New Mount Olive Baptist Church, 76625 Garner Lane, Grosse Tete, LA. Interment in the Church Cemetery A. WESLEY FUNERAL HOME of Maringouin, LA in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000568 Martin - Seth Howard Martin, Sr. died on Saturday, November 4, 2006. Husband of Gloria Mae Lewis Martin. Father of Seth Howard Martin, Jr. and Nelwyn Martin Walker. Brother of Emma Stepter. Also survived by mother-in-law, Louvinia Lewis of Franklin, LA; 4 grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastor, officers and members of Pilgrim Baptist Church are invited to attend funeral services from Pilgrim Baptist Church, 2114 3rd St., Kenner, LA on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 10:00 A.M. Pastor Mitchell Stevens, Sr. officiating. Visitation 9:00 A.M. until 10:00 A.M. Interment Providence Memorial Cemetery in Metairie, LA. Arrangements by RICHARDSON FUNERAL HOME OF JEFFERSON, INC. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000569 Martin - Trudy Vicknair Martin, of Paulina, Louisiana, age 51, on Wednesday, November 1, 2006. Beloved wife of Ray Martin, Sr. Beloved mother of Tricia Martin Bourque and Ray Martin, Jr. Mother-in-law of Cindy Martin and Dwain Bourque. Grandmother of three grandchildren: Trey Bourque, RaeLynn Martin and Reagan Martin. Sister of Florence Vicknair of LaPlace, LA and the late Berdine Vicknair Granier of New Sarpy, LA. Daughter of the late Michel and Florence Vicknair of Reserve, LA. Daughter-in-law of Percy Martin, Sr. and the late Edith Martin of Paulina, LA. Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, November 6, 2006 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Paulina, LA. Interment in St. Joseph Mausoleum, Paulina, LA. Visitation at H.C. Alexander Funeral Home, Lutcher, LA from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 5, 2006 and from 8:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. on Monday. H.C. ALEXANDER FUNERAL HOME, Lutcher, LA in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-4-2006 **************************************** 000570 Masters - Margaret Louise Dalton Masters died in Gulfport, MS on Friday, November 10, 2006. She was born to Elmer Dalton and Grace Herron Dalton in Keokee, VA. She was also the daughter of Bertie Mae Dalton. She married Mervin Clyde Masters, May 1, 1941. She resided in New Orleans, LA. since 1941; moving to Diamondhead in 1984. She was an employee of The Doctor's Exchange for 30 years. She was a faithful member of the Faith Assembly of God located in Kiln, MS. The eldest of nine children, she was preceded in death by two brothers, the late William Dalton, Jr. and the Dwight Daniel Dalton. She is survived by three daughters, Marion Conwell, Debra Touchet, and Pamela Hotard; her sisters, Evelyn Miller, Anita Sheppard, and Regina Kriener; her brothers, Clarence Dalton, Gerald Dalton, and Larry Dalton; seven grandchildren, Josh Touchet, Heather Marie Touchet, James Dalton Roussel, Heather Margaret Hotard, Cristen Elizabeth Conwell, Nathan Phillip Hotard, Caitlin Frances Hotard. The visitation will be held at Riemann Memorial Funeral Home, 11213 Highway 49 North, Gulfport, MS 39503 on Thursday, November 16, 2006 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held at the funeral home chapel on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 11:00 a.m with interment to follow at 12:30 p.m. at the Biloxi National Cemetery, 400 Veterans Boulevard, Biloxi, MS 39501. Memorials can be made to Faith Assembly of God, Kiln, Ms. An online guestbook may be viewed and signed via riemannfuneralhomes.com. Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000571 Mata - Jose'Angel 'Pepin' Mata, on Sunday, November 19, 2006, 2006 at 9:50 am. He is survived by his beloved wife of 61 years, Elvira Font Mata. He was the loving father of Maria Mata Bonilla and her husband Jose Manuel Bonilla of New Orleans; Dr. Jose A. Mata and his wife Phyllis Belanger Mata of New Iberia; Patricia Angeles Mata of New Orleans, Antonio Alberto Mata and his wife Marta de la Fuente Mata of Miami, and the late Jos¨ Rafael Mata. He is also survived by his 10 grandchildren: Kristoffer Bonilla, Nicole Dragone; Matthew Bonilla, Lindsay Nicholson; Melissa Gorka; and Mallory, Marianna, Justin, Nicholas and Jonathan Mata. Mr. Mata is the son of the late Jose Mata Inglada and Angela Guerra Mata of Cuba. He was the brother of the late Carlos Mata of Miami, Florida. Mr. Mata attended the Florida Military Academy in St. Petersburg, Florida then returned to his home in Cuba until 1960. He fled Cuba in 1960, a year after Fidel Castro took over. Mr. Mata had the wisdom and courage to leave all behind and begin a new life. He brought his family to the United States in search of freedom. He dedicated 15 years of his life to the First National Bank of Boston in Santiago, Cuba and continued his banking career at Whitney National Bank until his retirement in 1986, where he served as Vice President of the International Banking Dept. He was a member of the Plimsoll Club and the International House. He enjoyed traveling, cooking, gardening but most of all, he enjoyed his family. He was known for his sense of humor and his immense love for life! Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Greenwood Funeral Home, 5200 Canal Blvd. (in Greenwood Cemetery) on Wednesday, November 22, 2006, at 1:00 pm. Interment will follow in All Saints Mausoleum in Metairie Cemetery. Visitation on Wednesday from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com Times Picayune 11-20-2006 **************************************** 000572 Matherne - Blanche Babin Matherne, a retired nurse, born December 1, 1910, age 95, passed away on Monday, November 20, 2006 at 3:25 p.m. A native and resident of Raceland, LA. A parishioner of St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Chruch and a member of the Ladies Altar Society. Survived by: son, Vic Matherne, Jr.; sister, Marie 'Micky' Bourgeois; 8 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by: husband, Victorin Matherne, Sr.; parents, Hypolite and Alice Martin Babin; daughter, Marie Jeanne Matherne Gautreaux; brothers: Jack Babin, Joe Babin, Lionel Babin and Presley Babin; and sisters: Evella Babin Bergeron, Esther Babin Rahmel, Lillie Babin Sevin, Solange Babin Benanti and Hermine Waguespack. Visitation 12:30 p.m. until 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday at St. Hilary of Poitiers Catholic Church. Interment Holy Savior Catholic Cemetery. Arrangements by SAMART FUNERAL HOME, Raceland, LA. Times Picayune 11-22-2006 **************************************** 000573 Matis - Lena Fredella Matis on Wednesday, November 1, 2006 at her residence in Hahnville, LA. Beloved wife of the late Anthony Raymond Matis. Mother of Joseph and Vance Matis. Daughter of the late Joseph and Victoria Salvato Fredella. Sister of the late Joseph Fredella. Also survived by 8 grandchildren and 3 great- grandchildren. Preceded in death by 1 grandchild. A native of LaPlace, LA and a resident of Hahnville, LA. Age 73 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Hanhville, LA on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. Interment Holy Rosary Cemetery, Taft, LA. Visitation from 8:00 a.m. until funeral time Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, FALGOUT FUNERAL HOMES in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000574 Matthews - Bobbie Wilson Matthews, a Clerk, died Friday of Cancer at her daughter home. She was 70. Mrs. Bobbie Matthews was born in Concordia Parish, Ferriday, LA, but resided in New Orleans. She was employed at The University Of New Orleans until retirement in 2005. She was formally employed at Dillard University and Ridgeway School. Survivors include two sons: Charles, Dexter Matthews; Five Daughters: Jeronde Davis, Olympia Johnson, Sandra, Sharyn Matthews, Pamela Joseph; One sister and seven brothers; a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, aunt and uncles. Funeral, Friday: 11:00 am, Greater St. Stephens B.C., Uptown location, 2308 South Liberty Street, New Orleans, LA. Burial, Lakelawn Park Mausoleum. Charbonnet Funeral Home. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000575 Matthews - Mercy Lee Coats Matthews departed this life, at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank, on Sunday, October 29, 2006 at 2:45 p.m. Mother of Leslie Williams. Grandmother of Dionysia Barnes. Daughter of the late Willie and Mattie Coats. Sister of Jane Young, Willie Coats, Jr. Ora Nee Griffin and the late Ernest Spencer. Devoted friend of Laverne Rose. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Age 66 years. A native of New Orleans, La. and a resident of Gretna, La. Relatives and friends; also pastors, officers, and members of New Hope B.C., Life Center Full Gospel Baptist Cathedral, Mt. Zion B.C., Love Touch B.C., and Regular B.C. and neighboring churches are invited to attend the Funeral Service from New Hope B.C., 434 7th St., Gretna, La. on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 10:00a.m. Rev. Arthur Piper, Jr. officiating. Visitation from 8:30a.m. until service time at the above named church. Interment: New Hope Cemetery, Gretna, La. Arrangements by DAVIS MORTUARY SERVICES 230 Monroe St., Gretna, LA Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000576 Maturano - Rosalie Raia Maturano passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2006 at 10:01 AM. Age 84 years. Beloved wife of the late Joseph P. Maturano. Mother of Richard Thomas Maturano and the late Joseph Maturano. Sister of Thomas Raia. Grandmother of Gina M. Scramuzza and Laura M. Durocher. Great Grandmother of Gianni Scramuzza; and Seth, Olivia, Aaron and Mia Durocher. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the graveside service at Metairie Cemetery, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. on Thursday, November 30, 2006 at 10:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Canon Hospice, 1221 Clearview Parkway, Jefferson, LA 70121. LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME is in charge of arrangements. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000577 Mauer - Wren Louis Mauer died at home with his wife by his side on Friday, November 17, 2006 shortly before 12:00 noon. He was 57 and died of cirrhosis of the liver due to alcoholism. Wren was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Jefferson, LA for the past 20 years. Beloved husband of Patricia Feeney Mauer. Loving father to Joseph Patrick, Jesse Ian and Mickey Louis Mauer. Father-in-law of Peggy Mauer who gave birth at home to Wren's grandson, Demitri Louis Mauer an hour before Wren's death. Joseph and Peggy also have a daughter, Zoe Elizabeth, 20 months. Son of the late Charles Louis Mauer, Sr. and Lorraine Mauer. Brother of Linda, Mary and the late Louis Mauer, Jr. Also survived by a son from his first marriage, Wren Louis Mauer, Jr. Wren was a member of the Phi Lambda Epsilon educational fraternity. Wren was a hard working, friendly and fun loving man. He will be greatly missed by many people, but most of all by his family. The last words he spoke were 'I love you Jesus, I give you my heart.' No service will be held, according to his wishes. A Celebration of his life will be held at a later date. Times Picayune 11-22-2006 **************************************** 000578 Mauney - Charlotte Wise Feierabend Mauney died peacefully in San Rafael, California on Wednesday, November 1, 2006 with her children at her bedside. Born April 6, 1918, Charlotte was a native of Virginia and lived a full, fun and fruitful life. Charlotte once said she was 'born with an addiction to words the way some babies are born with colic.'. Her 'love for words and putting them together' was her lifelong passion, and so it was she began her career as a poet when just a teenager. Her life and her family took her to New York City, Port Sulphur, New Orleans and Baton Rouge, Louisiana, New Canaan, Connecticut, and Charlottesville, Virginia. Wherever she traveled and wherever she cared for her family, she inspired everyone she touched with her gift for words - both spoken and written. Charlotte wrote that she was blessed because so many people believed in her, 'My father who died too young; my mother who thought everything I wrote was infallible; my husband, who always made me feel I was the best poet alive and who always made it possible for me to have time to write; and now my children, all four, interested in my latest work.' Charlotte was preceded in death by Raymond Hopkins Feierabend, husband of 30 years, and Harold C. Mauney, husband of 12 years. She is survived by her sister, Margaret Wise Burke of Virginia Beach, Virginia, and her four children, Jane Freeman Feierabend, Harvard, Massachusetts; Raymond Hopkins Feierabend, Jr., Bristol, Tennessee; Jeffrey Scott Feierabend, San Rafael, California; Carey Feierabend Roth, San Rafael, California; and seven grandchildren. A Funeral Service will be held at St. Charles Presbyterian Church, 1545 State Street, New Orleans, LA at 2:00pm on Wednesday, November 15, 2006. Visitation will precede the service at 1:00pm with burial immediately following the service for family and close friends. The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Poetry Society of Virginia, Charlotte Mauney Memorial, PO Box 35685, Richmond, VA, 23235 or Westminster Presbyterian Church Endowment Fund, P.O. Box 3365, Charlottesville, VA 22903. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000579 Mauthe - Joyce Armond Mauthe passed away on November 15, 2006 at her home in Folsom, LA. She was born April 14, 1932 in New Orleans, LA to the late Preston and Jeanne Armond. She is the beloved wife of Henry Mauthe; mother of Janine Millet and Carl Kobe (Pam); stepmother of Cindy Hebert (Brian), Kathy Mauthe (Sport), Randy Mauthe (Jade) and Kenny Mauthe (Jamie); sister of Yvonne Gallois and a step-sister Annabelle Labatut. She is also survived by her mother-in-law, Catherine 'Gandma' Mauthe and three Grandchildren: Jeffrey Millet (Catherine), Carlene Kobe (Paul) and Preston Kobe. She is the great-grandmother of Alix, Blayne and Taylor Kobe, Austin Millet, Daman and Ally. Relatives and friends are invited to attend Funeral Mass on Friday, November 15, 2006 at 11:30 AM from the Chapel at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, Inc., 2260 W. 21st Ave., Covington, LA 70433. Visiting hours will begin Friday at 8:30 AM. Interment will follow Mass at Garden of the Pines Cemetery in Covington. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society Northshore Office P.O. Box 2484 Covington, LA 70434. Sign our guestbook on-line at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000580 Maxwell - Memorial services will be held on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at a 10:00 AM Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Lafayette, LA for Leah Z. Maxwell, age 90, and who passed away peacefully on Monday, October 30, 2006 at Maison de Lafayette. Reverend Martin C. Borcherding, Pastor of Holy Cross Catholic Church, will be the Celebrant of the funeral Mass and will conduct the funeral services. Survivors include two sons, Conrad Maxwell and his wife, Melinda of Lafayette and Arthur Maxwell, Jr. of Mandeville; two grandchildren, Leah E. Maxwell and Nicole Lizotte both of Lafayette; and two great grandchildren, Haliey Maxwell and Victoria Maxwell both of Mandeville. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur A. Maxwell, Sr.; her parents, Harry M. Zimmerman and Anna Mary Leiser Zimmerman; one sister, Mercedes Zimmerman; one son, David M. Maxwell; and one grandson, Gregory Maxwell. A native and lifelong resident of New Orleans, Louisiana, Mrs. Maxwell was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend to all who knew her. She enjoyed spending time with her family. She will be dearly missed not only by firiends and family, but by all of those whose lives she has touched throughout the years. The family would like to give special thanks to the friends, staff and caregivers of Maison de Lafayette, and Hospice of Acadiana for their kindness, care and compassion given to Mrs. Maxwell during her time of need. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Mrs. Maxwell's name to Hospice of Acadiana 2300 Johnston Street Suite 200 Lafayette, Louisiana 70503.View the obituary and guestbook online at www.mourning.com. MARTIN & CASTILLE FUNERAL HOME, INC. of Lafayette has been chosen to help with the arrangements. 337-234-2311. Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000581 Maye - Mae Newman Maye, on Wednesday, November 29, 2006. Beloved wife of the late James McKenzie Maye, Jr. Loving mother of Patricia M. Roberts, Lawrence J. Maye, Karen M. Armand and the late Johnny B., Wayne, and Michael M. Maye. Grandmother of seven. Great-grandmother of eight. Sister of Elaine Pennington, John Newman, and Betty Bruiser. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Age 81 years. A native of New Orleans and a resident of Metairie for the past 35 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Chapel of Lamana-Panno-Fallo, 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie on Friday, December 1, 2006 at 12:00 Noon. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10:00 am until service time. Arrangements by JACOB SCHOEN AND SON FUNERAL DIRECTORS. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the American Heart Association preferred. Guestbook may be signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000582 Mayeaux - Bernice Zimmer Mayeaux passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at 8:30 AM. Age 95 years. Beloved wife of the late Curley Paul Mayeaux. Loving mother of Ann Mayeaux Riles and the late Evelyn Mayeaux Audler. Daughter of the late Florence Neck Zimmer and Clifton Zimmer. Sister of Ina Gaspard, Herman Zimmer and the late Eunice Mayeaux, Lillian Juneau, Ory and Neck Zimmer. Grandmother of Patty Speirer, Bea Quaintance, Toni Horchoff, Matthew and Sue Riles. She was preceded in death by a granddaughter Kim Audler Davis. She is also survived by 12 great-grandchildren and 1 great great granddaughter. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Greenwood Funeral Home Chapel, (Formerly All Faiths)(486-0880) 5200 Canal Blvd. on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at 1:00 PM. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will be on Tuesday from 11:00 AM until time of Mass. To view or sign the Family Guestbook please visit www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 11-13-2006 **************************************** 000583 Mayeaux - Gertrude Walker Mayeaux passed away on Friday November 10, 2006 at Slidell Memorial Hospital . Beloved wife of the late Bernard Leonard Mayeaux. Mother of Carolyn Jas, Fay Anguzza and Renee Martin. Sister of James Walker. She is also survived by 5 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Age 82. A native of Lumberton, MS and a resident of Slidell, LA for the past 4 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Funeral Services will be celebrated in the Chapel of Lamana-Panno-Fallo, 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, LA, on Monday, November 13, 2006 at 1:00 pm. Interment to follow in Lake Lawn Mausoleum. Visitation will be from 11:00 am until service time. Arrangements by JACOB SCHOEN AND SON FUNERAL DIRECTORS. Guestbook may be signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000584 Mayer - Elizabeth (Price) Mayer went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, October 11, 2006. She was born on June 16, 1925 in Wyoming, PA to the late Adah Matthews Price and the late Gordon Howell Price. She was a resident of Abita Springs, LA for the past 20 years and former resident of Upstate New York for 50 years prior. She was a 1974 graduate of Eisenhower College, graduating Magna Cum Laude with a BA in Anthropology. An author, artist, model, pilot, golfer, horseback rider and figure skater, she was a committed naturalist whose paintings reflected her love of nature. Mrs. Mayer was a member of the Christian Women's Club; the St. Tammany Art Association; the Northlake Newcomers Club; the National Association of Realtors; the Covington Community Concert Association; founder and one of the first leaders of the National Women's Hall of Fame; and a columnist for The Reveille and the St. Tammany News. She is survived by her son, Joseph N. Mayer III and his wife, Kimberly; a grandson, Joseph 'Nelson' Mayer IV; and a granddaughter, Martina Elizabeth Mayer. She was preceded in death by her mother and father; and a brother, G. Wayne Price. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend Memorial Services on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 1:00 PM at St. Timothy Methodist Church - Servant Campus, 701 Florida Street, Mandeville, LA 70448. The family would prefer memorials to the St. Tammany Humane Society, 20384 Harrison Ave, Covington, LA 70433. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 West 21st Avenue, Covington, LA 70433. Sign our guestbook online www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000585 Mayfield - Norma A. Mayfield, a resident of Gulfport, Mississippi, formerly of Juaquin Texas, who was born in New Orleans Louisiana died November 22, 2006 at Boyington Nursing Home, Gulfport, Mississippi. Age 87. She was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her husband James E. Mayfield, parents Alma Kronenberg and George Acheson Sr., brother George Acheson Jr., Cornelius Acheson Sr. and Gloria Cohn. She is survived by numerous nieces and nephews, sisters Marguerite Henton, Josephine Lizana, Mabel Kelly. Service is Monday, November 27, 2006 at Scotts Cemetery, Panola County. Officiating: Billy Freeman. Rose-Neath Funeral Home Logansport, LA 318-697-4441. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000586 McArdle - Vanessa McArdle, age 48, died November 18, 2006 in West Chester, PA at the home of her surviving parents Robert and Jane (nee) Allman McArdle. Sister of Valerie (Dominic) Geraci and Eugene R. (Caren) McArdle. Also survived by many nieces and nephews and her loving companion Wm. (Bill) Wysong. Services and interment were private. In Vanessa's memory, contributions can be made to the American Lung Association, 527 Plymouth Road, Suite 403, Plymouth, PA 19462. Arrangements by Kish Funeral Home Ltd. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000587 McCarthy - Colleen Dee 'Collink' McCarthy passed away on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at Methodist University Hospital in Memphis, TN. She was 56 years of age. McCarthy was born September 13, 1950 to Richard Daniel and Dolores (Hood) McCarthy in Tulsa, Oklahoma, She worked as a Legal Secretary. She was a member of the Methodist faith. She moved to Memphis in 1977 and had also lived in Fayetteville, AR and Monroe, LA. She was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by three half-sisters, nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. Graveside Services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, December 2, 2006 at G.A.R. Cemetery in Miami, OK. The family suggests memorial contributions to your local Humane Society. Arrangements by under the direction of Paul Thomas Funeral Home of Miami, OK. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000588 McCarthy - Joseph Gerard 'Smilin' Joe' McCarthy, 91 years old, died Wednesday, November 15, 2006 in Landmark Nursing Center. He was a native of New Orleans, and a resident of Ponchatoula for 18 years. Mr. McCarthy was a US Navy Veteran of WW II, and a member of the American Legion, Post 47. He also was prominent in the baseball circles in New Orleans and was in the New Orleans Diamond Club Hall of Fame. Surviving are his wife, Gloria Tucker Heitman McCarthy and 3 step-sons, Tim, Danny, and Randy Heitman; 2 step-daughters, Cindy H. Fletcher, Judy H. Bergeron; 14 grandchildren, 2 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews whom he loved dearly. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph McCarthy; step-father and mother, Timothy and Stella Jones O'Brien; first wife, Catherine Alberts McCarthy; step-son, Gerry Heitman; 2 infant sons; 4 sisters, Pauline Caron, Frances Mustacchia, Margaret Weidie, and Loretta Marquez; and his brother, Michael O'Brien. Friends will be received Sunday, November 19, 2006 at Harry McKneely & Son Funeral Home in Ponchatoula from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm and on Monday, November 20, 2006 at St Joseph Catholic Church in Ponchatoula from 8:30 am until 11:00 am.Services will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Monday, November 20, 2006 at 11:00 am with Rev. Justin R. Kauchak, O.P. officiating. Interment will follow in the Ponchatoula Cemetery in Ponchatoula. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Joseph Catholic Church Building Fund, 255 N. 8th St., Ponchatoula, LA 70454. Email condolences to: hmckneely@i- 55.com / subject line: McCarthy. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000589 McCearley - Johnnie L. McCearley, at Metairie, LA, on Tuesday, October 31, 2006. Beloved mother of Mack McCearley. Sister of Tye McKey and Francis Whetstone. Also survived by 3 grandchildren: Susan McCearley, Stanton McCearley III and Julie McCearley. Great-grandmother of Gary Spies, Shannon and Patrick Marshall, Jeanine McCearley, Stanton, Steven, Josh and Sara McCearley. Aunt of Aleen Cole and Janet Schouest. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Wake Services from the Jefferson Home of Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd. at 43rd St., Metairie, LA on Thursday, November 2, 2006 from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Interment in Evergreen Cemetery, Woodville, MS on Friday, November 3, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000590 McClellan - Jonathan 'Chief' Roy McClellan passed away at his residence on Sunday, October 29, 2006 at the age of 51. Jonathan was a native of Jacksonville, FL. and a resident of Abita Springs, LA. Beloved husband of Ruth McKeehan McClellan. Father of Nicholas Theocharides and the late Rhonda DiCostantino. Brother of Robert McClellan and David Ellis. Son of the late Betty Adams and Elwood McClellan. Grandfather of Jimmy and Danny DiCostantino. Chief was a decorated Viet Nam Marine. He was an active member of the American Indian movement (AIM). Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Memorial Service on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 6:00 P.M. at Lock One, Pearl River, LA. Bagnell & Son Funeral Home in Charge of Arrangements. Times Picayune 11-4-2006 **************************************** 000591 McCormick - Eric Joseph 'Stank' McCormick, Jr., a laborer, departed this life on Monday, November 20, 2006 at University Hospital. Father of Eriyel McCormick. Son of Annette N. and Eric McCormick, Sr. Stepson of Anita McCormick. Brother of Kenosha and Glynn McCormick and Twilean Patterson. Stepbrother of Erica and Wayne Gulley. Grandson of Dolores Santiago, Gloria and the late Lawrence McCormick, Sr. Nephew of the late Alvin Montreal. Favoriet uncle of Alviyanna Buggage. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles and cousins. He will be greatly missed and never forgotten. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the homegoing celebration on Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at CHARBONNET- LABAT FUNERAL HOME, 1615 ST. PHILIP STREET, NOLA 70116. Interment: Resthaven Cemetery. Visitation: 9:00 a.m. in the chapel. CHARBONNET-LABAT, Directors 581- 4411. Times Picayune 11-27-2006 **************************************** 000592 McCoy - Romel E. McCoy, born October 22, 1972, departed this life on Wednesday, November 1, 2006. He leaves to cherish his memory: his parents, Roosevelt and Melvina McCoy; one son, Ryan Johnson; one sister, ZaDawn McCoy; two brothers: Sgt. Delloyd A. McCoy, Sr. (Joann) and Ryan Taylor; grandparents: Elmenia Hornsby, Maple Williams and Willie James Patterson, Jr.; one uncle, Willie James Patterson III; five aunts: Louella Patterson, Portia Campbell, Shyrl Patterson Bagneris, Esq. (John), Claudia Reynolds (Walter) and Debra Patterson. Relatives, friends of the family and employees EEC, Hammerman and Gainer, New Orleans Fireman's Federal Credit Uion, The United States Department of Defense and the neighboring churches are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at Second True Love Missionary Baptist Church, 2530 South Robertson St., New Orleans, Louisiana, Reverend Lilton McQuarter, Sr. THD, officiating. Visitation from 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery. CHARBONNET-LABAT, Directors, 581-4411. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000593 McDonald - Vivian McDonald, a long-standing resident and business owner in New Orleans, died peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, November 19, 2006. Born in Grand Lake, Arkansas on October 26, 1918, she was the oldest of five children of Mack and Mazaree Inmon. After growing upon her family's working farm, Vivian graduated from Arkansas AM&N. She then married the late Malcolm McDonald and began her career as a certified dental technician alongside her husband. Their company, McDonald Dental Laboratory, operated in the uptown section of New Orleans for 62 years until it was closed in the summer of 2006. The business served dozens of dentists over that time span and provided services for hundreds of thousands of New Orleans residents. For many years, Vivian was active in the New Orleans Chapter of Links, Inc. and was a member of Central Congregational Church. Vivian is survived by her only child, Janet Hill of Great Falls, Virginia; her son-in- law, Calvin Hill also of Great Falls, Virginia; her only grandchild, Grant Hill of Orlando, Florida; her granddaughter-in-law, Tamia Hill also of Orlando, Florida; and one great-granddaughter, Myla Grace Hill. She is also survived by her brother, Mack Gilbert, of Ontario, California; her sisters, Ora Gilbert of Ontario, California and Mazari Patricia Thurmon of Baltimore, Maryland; and numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the Family, also Pastor, Officer and Members of Central Congregational Church and the New Orleans Chapter of Links, Inc. are invited to attend a funeral service at St. Matthew United Church of Christ, 1333 So. Carrollton Avenue, New Orleans, LA. 70118 on Saturday, November 25, 2006 beginning at 1:00 p.m. Visitation will begin at 12:00 noon from aboved named church. Rev. Wilmer Brown, Officiating. Interment will follow at Lakelawn Park Mausoleum, 5454 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans, LA. No Wake. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to either Dillard University or Xavier University in the name of Vivian McDonald. You may sign the Guest Book on nola.com/obits GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC. IN CHARGE Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000594 McEachin - Eugene Moore McEachin, Jr. passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at Ochsner Hospital, surrounded by family and friends. He was 62 years of age. Born in Texas, Gene lived in Louisiana for over 40 years. He graduated from Louisiana State University and Tulane Law School. He practiced law for 37 years, the last 20 years at Bernard, Cassisa, Elliott, and Davis in Metairie. Gene was a long-time member of Parkway Presbyterian Church in Metairie, Louisiana. He lived an active and full life, having served as President of the Rotary Club and as a Past Master of the Louisiana Lodge No. 102 F. & A.M. He loved sports, music, the outdoors, and spending time with his grandsons. He is survived by two children, Sarah Lopez and Thomas McEachin, two grandsons, Benjamin and Samuel Lopez, his dear friend, Elizabeth Bauer, three sisters, Mignon Doran, Barbara Downard, and Marcie McEachin, and one brother, Peter McEachin. Friends and relatives are invited to attend a Memorial Service at Parkway Presbyterian Church, 6200 Camphor Street in Metairie, LA on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. The family will visit with friends and relatives from 1:00 p.m. until commencement of the service. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the American Cancer Society at (800) 227-2345 or www.cancer.org. Bagnell & Son Funeral Home of Covington, LA in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000595 McGee - Genell M. Jenson-McGee, was called home to be with the Lord on Friday, November 17, 2006 in Baton Rouge, La. For 29 years she was the beloved wife of Alcie A. McGee, III. Loving mother of Latoya Smith-Ellis, Latashia Smith, Alcie McGee, IV, Latonya McGee and Jeremy McGee. Loving grandmother of 9; Malcolm and Gregory Smith, Keyodre' Dozier, Terrence Ellis, Jr., Kayla Dozier, Diamond Ellis, Dillon Dozier, Joni Blanchard and Donte' Ellis. She is the sister of Karen 'Karen Ann' Wilson and John Turner. She also leaves a host of step-brothers and sisters, aunts, uncles, brothers-in-law, a sister-in-law, her mother-in-law, a niece, nephews, cousins and close friends. She was the daughter of the late Ruby Newton-Jenson, and Lloyd Lee. Sister McGee was a lifelong member of Pleasant Zion Missionary Baptist Church. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral services at Gloryland Mt. Gillion Baptist Church, 1515 Oretha Castle Haley St. on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at 10:00 AM, the Reverend Kenneth E. Thompson will be officiating. Interment will follow at Providence Memorial Park. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM. Richardson Funeral Homes, Inc. is in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000596 McGlasker - Pauline Cannon McGlasker, a native of Frisco City, AL, and a resident of Mobile, AL, departed this life Sunday, November 26, 2006 at a local hospital. She retired from Alpha Beta Hospital, Berkley, CA, after thirty years of service as a nurse, she moved to New Orleans, LA and volunteered as a nurse at Tulane Hospital until Katrina devastated the city, then she moved to Mobile, AL. She leaves to cherish her memories: daughter, Joyce Blache; granddaughter, Tanya Raymo; grandsons: Michael and Jibril Raymo; and a host of cousins and friends. Her Interment will be in Berkley, CA. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000597 McGovern - Daniel Philip McGovern, Sr. on Friday the 24th day of November 2006 at 1:00 PM. Age 90 years. Beloved husband of the late Judith Mary Murry McGovern. Close friend and companion of Ms. Geraldine C. Soulagnet, father of Daniel Philip McGovern, Jr., grandfather of Scarlett Danielle McGovern and step- grandfather of Zachary Lane Broussard. Son of the late George Edward McGovern, Sr. and the late Josephine Wild McGovern. Brother of Robert McGovern and the late Michael McGovern, John F. McGovern, George E. McGovern, Jr., Mary E. McGovern Ohlsen, Myrtle E. McGovern LeViere Barco, and Dorothy McGovern Millet. He was a Navy World War II Veteran, retired from the Railroad Express Agency (REA), and is a member of the Activity Club of Metairie and a Hall of Fame member of the Diamond Club of Greater New Orleans. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Visitation and Funeral Mass.Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 28, 2006 from 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P. M. at the temporary location of Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home (Lamana-Panno-Fallo), 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd. at Bonnabel Blvd., Metairie, LA 70005, (504) 831-9901. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Funeral Home Chapel at 1:00 P.M. Interment will follow in Cypress Grove Cemetery, Canal Street and City Park Avenue. Guest book may be signed on line at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000598 McMillian - Willie (Billy) Clyde McMillian, retired owner and operator of McMillian's Trucking, died Thursday, November 9, 2006 at 74 years of age. Willie was born in Hickory, MS and was a New Orleans, LA resident for the past 54 years. Husband of Iretta McMillian. Father of Roy, Ray, Alvin and Curtis McMillian, Diane Harris, Debbie Williams and Gail Morgan of Jacksonville, FL. Brother of Lem McMillian of Picayune, MS, Calvin McMillian, Lorraine Thurmond of Rockford, IL and Eunice Dukes of Chicago, IL. Also survived by 18 grandchildren, 5 great- grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral. A service will be held on Saturday, November 18, 2006 -- 10:00 a.m. at Charbonnet-Labat Funeral Home, 1615 St. Philip Street. Interment Resthaven Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation 8:30 a.m. in the Chapel CHARBONNET-LABAT, Directors, 581-4411. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000599 McRae - Madge Warrene Hemenway McRae age 85 crossed over into the loving arms of the Lord on Thursday November 16, 2006 at 6:45 PM in Chateau de Notre Dame. A native and life-long resident of New Orleans LA until Katrina destroyed her home in Lake Terrace. She attended Crossman grade school and graduated from McMain High School. After completing school at Mrs. Bennett's Secretarial School she went to work for Maison Blanche and later for the U.S. Army at Camp Plauche in River Ridge, LA where she met her husband to be Douglas in 1943. After her marriage she became a housewife and mother to her children. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 46 years Douglas Keith McRae Sr. her parents Warren John Hemenway Sr. and Vivian Antoinette Planas Hemenway her father-in-law and mother-in law John James McRae and Ruth Irene Adams McRae of Little Falls Minnesota a brother-in-law Sheldon Dean McRae Sr. of Bemidji Minnesota a brother- in-law Louis Savage of Cloquet Minnesota a sister Gloria Hemenway Keese of New Orleans LA and her brother Warren John Hemenway Jr. of Mobile Alabama. She is survived by her sister and best friend, Beverly Joyce Hemenway Gumpert and her husband, Edwin William Gumpert, Jr. of Metairie, LA; a sister-in-law, Jacqueline (Jackie) Ramond Hemenway of Mobile, Alabama; a brother-in-law, Fred Keese of New Orleans, LA; a brother-in-law, Judge Gordon Larue McRae and his wife, Violet Chelling McRae of Bemidji, Minnesota; a sister-in-law, Eva Blanche McRae Savage of Indianapolis, Indiana; a sister-in-law, Donna Marie Langer McRae of Bemidji, Minnesota; three sons: Douglas Keith McRae, Jr. and his wife, Janet Ruth Causey McRae of Covington, LA, Gregory John McRae and his wife, Linda Carol Causey McRae of Bemidji, Minnesota, and Rodger Ryan McRae of Abita Springs, LA; a daughter, Shelley Ann McRae Wild and her husband, Frederick Arthur Wild III of Lakeview in New Orleans, LA; 10 grandchildren: Jennifer Ruth McRae, Douglas Keith McRae III, Gordon Ian McRae and his wife, Jessica McRae, Scott David McRae, Christopher Michael McRae, Frederick Arthur Wild IV and his wife, Christina Roy Wild, RuthAnn Margaret Wild Blake, Andrew Warren Wild, Sarah Clarice Wild, and Margaret Elizabeth Wild; 5 great-grandchildren: Alexis McRae, Michael Ian McRae, Eve Alexandra Blake, Frederick Arthur Wild V, and Lucy Elizabeth Wild; and 21 nieces and nephews. The family also wishes to thank the emergency room staff, and second floor staff at St. Tammany Hospital in Covington, and the staff at Chateau de Notre Dame for their kind and caring treatment of Mrs. McRae while in their care. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Services at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Monday, November 20, 2006 at 10:00 AM. Interment will follow in Metairie Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 9:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that a donation be made to the Sister Servants of Mary in New Orleans at 5001 Perlita St New Orleans LA 70122 Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000600 McSpadden - Jamie Lynn McSpadden, 20 years old of Hammond, LA, died Sunday, November 5, 2006 in Northshore Regional Medical Center. Jamie was born Saturday, August 23, 1986 in Independence.Surviving are parents, Shawn Leo and Renee Clark McSpadden; son, William A. Wallace lV; fiance, William A. 'Bug' Wallace lll; brother, Jack Leo McSpadden; grandparents, Keith and Paula Clark, Gary and Barbara Groff; grandmother, Vivian McSpadden. She was preceded in death by Grandfather: Jack Leo McSpadden Grandmother: Karen Groff. Friends will be received Tuesday, November 7 at Harry McKneely & Son Funeral Home in Ponchatoula from 9:00a.m. until services.Services will be held in the Funeral Home Chapel, Tuesday, November 7, 2006 at 1:00p.m. with Rev. Jeff McConn officiating. Interment will follow in the Sandhill Cemetery, Ponchatoula LA. Jamie is dearly loved and will be missed by all of her family and friends. Email condolences to: hmckneely@i-55.com / subject line: McSpadden. Times Picayune 11-6-2006 **************************************** 000601 Medford, - Florence 'Flo' Medford on Friday November 10, 2006 at 7:39 p.m.Beloved mother of Freda Bordes and the late Thomas Medford and David Medford.Sister of the late Leola Williams, Ethelene Johnson, Olen Martin and Othel Martin.Daughter of the late Mattie and Jesse L. Martin.Grandmother of Kimberly and Daniel Griffith, Brian, Jason and Michael Medford.Great-Grandmother of Jacob Griffith and Dillon Medford. Aged 87 years, a native of Johnson County, Arkansas and a resident of Metairie for the past 20 years. Relatives and friends of the family also, residents and staff of Waldon health care and Chateau living Center are invited to attend the Graveside services at Lake Lawn Park and Mausoleum Cemetery 5454 Pontchatrain Blvd. New Orleans, La on Tuesday afternoon November 14, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. On line guest book available at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-13-2006 **************************************** 000602 Mehn - Daniel J. Mehn, age 69 years died in Washington, D. C. on Thursday, October 26, 2006. Beloved father of Daniel Mehn II of Harrison, AR and Glen Mehn of San Francisco, CA. Brother of Adam Mehn of New Orleans. Son of the late Adam Mehn and Helen Erb Mehn. Also survived by 3 grandchildren, Joshua, Nicholas and Destinee Mehn all of Harrison, AR. Mr. Mehn was a native and lifelong resident of New Orleans, a member of the International Supreme Council - Order of DeMolay, member of Louisiana Lodge No. 102, F & A.M. and Germania Lodge No. 46. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend Memorial Services on Friday, November 3, 2006 at 6:00 PM from the Germania Lodge, 4415 Bienville Street, New Orleans. Family graveside services will be held today at Carrollton Cemetery under direction of Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, Metairie. Information: (504) 835-2341. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000603 Menesses - Louis 'Glen' Carl Menesses, Sr., resident of Delacroix Island and Poydras, LA, passed away on Tuesday, November 28, 2006. Age 72. Beloved husband of Althea Alphonso Menesses. Father of Bonnie Charrier (Brian Keith), Louis Menesses, Jr. (Laurie), Glen Menesses (Charidie), Danny Menesses (Dena) and Carrie Bernal (Alvaro). Grandfather of Catina (Reggie), Louis (Heather), Macie, Caitlin, Evan, Jacob, Alyssa and Amber. Great Grandfather of Madison, Reggie, Landon and Kaydence. Also survived by his sister, Cecile Gonzales. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Juanita Menesses; and brothers, Clarence, Alfred and Joseph Menesses. Mr. Menesses was retired from Kaiser Aluminum in Chalmette. He was a member of Los Islenos Heritage and Cultural Society and the Knights of Columbus of Chalmette. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Assumption of Our Lady Church, 6951 Hwy 39, Braithwaite, LA on Thursday, November 30, 2006 at 1:00 p.m.Interment will follow in St. Bernard Catholic Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 9:00 at church.LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME in charge of arrangements. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000604 Meredith - Wilbert 'Krushchev' 'Gy-o' Meredith departed this life on Sunday November 19, 2006 at Houston Town & Country Hospital after a brief illness. Devoted husband of the late Joyce Meredith. Father of Wilbert, Jr., Cornell, (Monica), Precious (Peter), Latasha M. (Lee), and Sabrina (Norris). Brother of Charles James, Thomas Walker, Jr., Sandra Porter (Ronald), Debra Dunn (Kevin), Ethel W. (David), Thomas, Jr. and Melanie Walker, Irma and Doretha Mitchell. 12 Grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews and other relatives and friends. Relatives and Friends are invited to attend the memorial service at Davis Mortuary, 6820 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, Friday December 1, 2006 at 10a.m. Family requests no flowers. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000605 Meshell - Michael Ray Meshell, on Friday November 17, 2006. Loving husband of Darling A. Ball Meshell. Devoted father of Serena Shell and Belinda Holsonback. Step-father of Darling Kathleen Linden. Brother of Gail Meshell, Joan Brewer, Brenda Meshell and Jeri Barnett. Grandfather of four. Age 52 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Memorial Mass from the Funeral Home of Lamana-Panno-Fallo, 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at 2:00 pm. Interment will be private. Arrangements by JACOB SCHOEN AND SON FUNERAL DIRECTORS. Guestbook may be signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-21-2006 **************************************** 000606 Mestier - Clayton R. Mestier, Jr., age 70 years, passed away on Tuesday, October 31, 2006 at his residence in Metairie, LA. Mr. Mestier is preceded in death by his parents, Clayton R. Mestier, Sr. and Cecile M. Renoudet Mestier and his nephew, Kenneth C. Mestier, Jr. Survivors include his brother, Kenneth C. Mestier; sister, Marilyn C. Mestier; nieces, Kathy Mestier Boudreaux and Kim Mestier Karnell; nephew, Mark Vicknair; great niece, Brittany Boudreaux and great nephew, Austin Boudreaux.Mr. Mestier was a graduate of Jesuit High School in New Orleans and LSU in Baton Rouge, LA. He was also a US Army Veteran. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans, LA on Friday, November 3, 2006 from 3:00 pm until 5:00 pm. A prayer service will begin in the parlor at 5:00 pm. Interment will be private. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000607 Meyer - Daniel H. Meyer Jr., a retired physics teacher at East Jefferson High School, passed away on Tuesday, November 7, 2006. Age 78, a native of New Orleans and a longtime resident of River Ridge. He proudly served his country in the U. S. Air Force as a Staff Sergeant from August of 1950 until May of 1954. Beloved son of the late Daniel H. and Sadie Coltraro Meyer. Brother of Helen Friedel. Uncle of George Friedel, III and Holly Williamson. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a visitation at L. A. Muhleisen and Son Funeral Home, 2929 Metairie Road, Metairie on Friday, November 10, 2006 from 2:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. and on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. A Graveside Service will follow at Carrollton Cemetery. Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000608 Milano - Dorothy Norton Milano, age 78 years, passed away on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at Canon Hospice in Jefferson, LA. Mrs. Milano is the beloved wife of the late Louis James Milano. Mother of Peter Louis Milano and Melanie Milano Williams. Mother-in-law of Suzanne P. Milano and Christopher M. Williams. Grandmother of Matthew Louis Milano, Christina Marie Milano and Rebecca Elizabeth Williams. Great grandmother of Liliana Sonia Milano. Sister Joseph Gerald Norton. Relatives, friends and faculty of Brother Martin High School and Mt. Carmel Academy are invited to attend the funeral services at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Tuesday, November 7, 2006 at 2:00pm. Visitation will begin from 12:00pm until 2:00pm. Interment will follow in Metairie Cemetery. In lieu of flowers: Donations preferred to Brother martin High School or Mt. Carmel Academy. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000609 Millet - Earl (Mac) Millet, on Monday, November 13, 2006 at 12:10 p.m. Beloved husband of Marie Hebert Millet. Father and father-in-law of Earl, Jr. and Lisa Millet. Grandfather of Brandi and Marci Millet. Son of the late Sam and Corinne Millet. Brother of Dennis, Elson and Sammy Millet, Velma Jacob, Lucille Barthel and the late Irving, Raymond and Norman Millet and Edna Miano. He wasthe owner of Mac's Grill in Reserve. Age 75. A native of Lions, LA. and a resident of Reserve. Relatives and friends of the family, are invited to attend services. Visitation at St. Peter Catholic Church, Reserve, LA. on Wednesday, November 15, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. followed by religious services at the church at 1 p.m. Burial in church cemetery. Arrangements by Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, Laplace. Times Picayune 11-14-2006 **************************************** 000610 Milton - Robert Carnwath Humphrey Milton, Bob passed away peacefully in Dallas, Texas on Wednesday, October 25, 2006 due to complications from a recent stroke. A Memorial Service to honor Bob's life will be today, Wednesday, November 1, 2006 at 2:00 in the chapel at St. Charles Avenue Presbyterian Church, 1545 State Street. The family will receive friends at the church following the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Charles Avenue Presbyterian Church, Re-building Fund, 1545 State Street, New Orleans, LA 70118 or to Junior Achievement of Dallas, 1201 Executive Drive West, Richardson, TX 75081. Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000611 Milton - Shirley Duhone Milton at St. James Parish Hospital, Lutcher, La. on Thursday, November 16, 2006 at 10:40 p.m. Daughter of Audrey Beckett Duhon and the late Joseph Duhon, Sr. Wife of Bobbie Milton. Mother of Kesha (Donald) Russell, Tina, Angela, Shelita, Nancy, Ann, Dan and Steven Duhone and the late Yolanda Duhone. Sister of Diane (Frank) Ware, Cynthia (Lawrence) Williams, Grace (Severa) Joseph, Joseph Duhone, Jr. and the late Nicole Kirklin. Brother-in-law of Kevin Kirklin. Also survived by 12 grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends, including Anthony Nelson. Age 47. Visiting at Israelite B.C., Lutcher, La. Wednesday, November 22, 2006 from 9:30 a.m. until religious services at 11:00 a.m. Conducted by the Rev. Kevin Fredricks. Interment in Antioch Cemetery, Paulina, La. Brazier-Watson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-21-2006 **************************************** 000612 Minter - Gary Emmett Minter born January 22, 1956, passed away Saturday evening, November 11 2006, He was 50. Son of the late Jesse Emmett Minter, Jr. and Ramona Jane Minter. He graduated from Ponca City High School with the class of 1974. Immediately after graduation he attended Auto Mechanic classes at Pioneer Area Vo-Tech. He then moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma where he had an Auto Repair Business and enjoyed his part-time career as a musician playing the bass guitar, steel guitar, trombone, and piano. After moving toLaCombe, Louisiana, he settled into a home on Lake Ponchatrain creating a successful auto repair business and becoming an accomplished musician. His love for music was very strong and had many professional contacts in the music industry. Gary, as many in the Louisiana area, endured a very difficult year rebuilding his life after the devastating effects of Katrina He had just begun his musical career again, which was one of his greatest loves, and was rebuilding his auto repair shop. He has many friends, who were extremely important and loved by him. We shall remember him always for his great spirit, infectious sense of humor, attitude, strength, and great dedication to family and friends. Gary never gave into the great challenges he faced and was an inspiration to us all. He certainly was a great man, one that makes you proud. We will miss you. Gary is survived by one son, Dustin Schmidt, two sisters, Linda Minter Wegener of Tempe, AZ (spouse Steve Wegener), and Lisa Minter Sidbury of San Antonio, TX (spouse Mick Sidbury), one brother Billy Minter of Tulsa, OK (spouse Nancy Minter). The funeral will be held Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 2:00pm at the First Baptist Church Chapel in Ponca City, Oklahoma with the Rev. Jack Shamburger, Associate Pastor of First Baptist Church, officiating. Burial will follow at the Odd Fellows Cemetery . Arrangements are under the direction of Trout Funeral Home. Times Picayune 11-15-2006 **************************************** 000613 Mire - Joycie R. Simon Mire 78 A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday November 25, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church who died Wednesday November 22, 2006 at 3:10 p.m. at American Legion Hospital in Crowley. Fr. Louis Richard Pastor of Sacred Heart of Jesus Church will officiate the services Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery The family requests that visiting hours be observed Friday from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to service time. A rosary will be recited Friday at 6:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Survivors include her husband of fifty-eight years Harold Mire of Crowley two daughters Kathryn Rando and her husband Felix of Marrero Patricia Como and her husband Brady of Broussard three sons, Michael Martin Mire of Broussard, John David Mire of Harvey and Harold Patrick Mire and his wife Patricia of Crowley eight grandchildren, Amy Billeaudeaux and her husband, Jean-Luc of Lafayette, Brian Rando of Lafayette, Laura Rando of New Orleans, Mary Claire Rando of Marrero, Brock Mire and his wife, Jennie of Kaplan, Joshua Mire of Crowley, Benjamin Como of Broussard, Katie Como of Broussard; four great-grandchildren, Louis Mire, Andrew Mire, Lily Mire and Cole Rando one sister Janice Reggie of Henderson NV two brothers Oren Simon and his wife Betty of Crowley, Dicky Simon of Hiawaassee, GA one daughter-in-law Syd Mire of Columbia MS and numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. Mire is best remembered as 'Miss Joycie' by many in Crowley who attended her Humpty Dumpty preschool. In 1964, Miss Joycie converted her living room into a classroom and opened her first school. She later acquired a small building and moved her school next to her home. She touched the lives of many in her thirty-five years of teaching. Joycie was born in Crowley on July 9, 1928. She was active in St. Michaels Catholic Church serving as a Eucharistic minister, taking communion to nursing home residents and teaching CCD. Joycie was also very active in the community, volunteering as a Pink Lady at the American Legion Hospital, serving on the Crowley Art Association Board and countless other ways. While her children were young, she was a youth leader serving as a Blue Bird and Camp Fire Leader and school volunteer. Joycie loved working in her yard and tending to her beautiful flowers. Her yard was selected as the 'Garden of the Month.' Mrs. Mire was preceded in death by her parents, Elias and Anastasia 'Tazie' Simon and one brother, Elmo Simon.Pallbearers will be Michael Martin Mire, John David Mire, Harold Patrick Mire, Brock Patrick Mire, Brian Dominick Rando, Joshua Patrick Mire and Benjamin Brady Como. The family would like to thank the many dear friends for their compassion and care during Joycie's illness. The family requests memorial contributions to St Michaels Catholic School or American Cancer Society.Condolences may be sent to the family at www.geesey-ferguson.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Geesey-Ferguson Funeral Home 301 N. Ave. F Crowley 337-783-3313. Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000614 Mitchell - Gladys Mae Barker Mitchell departed this life at the age of 61 on Friday, October 27, 2006 at 2:30pm at River West Medical Center in Plaquemine Parish. Daughter of the late James and Gladys Warren. Wife of Frank Mitchell. Devoted mother of Benjamin C. Martin. Dedicated grandmother of Benjamin and Bryant Beverly, Da'ja Martin and Placside Honore. Sister of Bernadette Williams, Patricia Holmes, Constance, Clifford and Harold Warren and the late Cynthia James, Crecy and Darryl Warren. Special aunt of Deondra, Deashawn, Rashad and Jai Warren. Mother-in-law of Lacisha Martin. She is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the Mitchell family, Pastors, officers and members of Greater Macedonia Baptist Church are invited to attend her celebration of life on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 10:00am at Majestic Mortuary 1833 Oretha C. Haley Blvd. Visitation at 9:00am. Interment in Green Street cemetery. Majestic Mortuary in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000615 Mix - Miriam Weaver Mix, age 90, passed away on Friday, November 3, 2006 in Mandeville, Louisiana. Miriam is the beloved wife of George Samuel Mix. Beloved daughter of the late Carmelite Becker Weaver and William H. Weaver, Sr. Mother and mother-in-law of Sandra Mix and Charles Hill, Donald and Vicky Mix, Thomas Mix, Janice Mix Garic, and the late Wayne Mix. Survived by five grandchildren: Tania (Randy) Loumiet, Robert IV (Nicole) Garic, Michael (Tara) Garic, Lauren and Allysen Mix; and five great-grandchildren: Madeline and Gabrielle Loumiet and Jenna, Carissa, and Robert, V Garic. Also survived by two brothers and two sisters. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend visitation at GREENWOOD FUNERAL HOME (formerly All Faiths Funeral Home), 5200 Canal Blvd., New Orleans, LA on Monday, November 6, 2006 from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM. Followed by a Mass at 11:00 AM. Internment at Lake Lawn Cemetery immediately following. Times Picayune 11-4-2006 **************************************** 000616 Monnin - Hazel Munn Monnin of Slidell, LA on Sunday, November 26, 2006,at Kenner Regional Medical Center. Wife of the late Edward B. Monnin.Mother of Milton 'Milt' T. Monnin, Sr. Sister of the late Arthur Munn, Herbert Munn, Thelma Cowan, Bernice Charbonnet, Wilma Donnely and Audry Berg. Also survived by three grandsons and two great granddaughters. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services at HONAKER FUNERAL HOME,1751 GAUSE Blvd. WEST (IN FOREST LAWN CEMETERY), Slidell, LA on Friday, December 1, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. Interment in Davis Cemetery, Abita Springs, La. Visitation on Friday after 10:00 A.M. until funeral time. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000617 Monroe - Roland Monroe (Baby) stepped aboard the chariot of eternal life on Monday, November 7, 2006 at the age 41. Beloved husband of the late Lisa Myles Monroe. Loving son of Ernest J. Bush, Jr. and the late Alice Monroe. Father of Roland and Rolanda Short, Laquinta Butler, Ronald and Rondell Martin and Chasity Ridgley. Brother of David, Robert, Shannon, Antonio and Lakeesha Monroe, Theresa Palmer, Tnyra Martin, Sonja Young, Angela Red, Keisha and Tony Campbell. He also leaves to cherish his memories three grandchildren, a devoted friend, Ernestine Phipps; sisters- and brothers-in-law, host of cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by one brother, Aaron Monroe; and his grandparents: William and Ailene Hamilton and Ernest and Hazel Bush. Family and frineds are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at Gertrude Geddes Willis Funeral Home, located at 2120 Jackson Avenue. Visitation from from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Private burial. NO WAKE. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC. in charge. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000618 Montelius - Gilbert Hunter Montelius, Sr., retired Master Mechanic and Supervisor for J. Ray McDermott, passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at Ochsner Hospital. He was 82 years of age. Gilbert was born in St. Petersburg, Florida and resided in Marrero, LA for the past 17 years. He was a US Navy Veteran serving his country during World War II aboard the USS Astoria in the Pacific Theater. He is survived by three sons: Gilbert Hunter Montelius, Jr., Robert James Montelius, Sr. and Wayne Paul Montelius, Sr.; two daughters: Catherine Bernadette Roussell and Susan Ann Montelius; grandchildren, great grandchildren; and four siblings: Joyce Carol Blakely of North Carolina, William Benjamin Montelius of Illinois, Norman Haverly Montelius of California and Gloria Gayle Stephenson of Georgia. He was preceded in death by his wife of 47 years, Frances Miano Montelius; his parents, Bert Montelius and Gloria Pullen Montelius; and three siblings: Mildred Clair Montelius, Leslie King Montelius and Stanley Charles Montelius. He will be sadly missed. Relatives and friends are invited to attend Funeral Services at Mothe Funeral Home, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 3:30PM. Parlors will be open for 2:30PM. Information: 366-4343 Times Picayune 11-11-2006 **************************************** 000619 Moolekamp - Claude E. Moolekamp on Monday, November 6, 2006. Age 45 years. Father of Christopher, Jennifer, Stephanie, and Brian Moolekamp. Son of Claude Moolekamp, Jr. and Barbara Ragusa. Step-son of Portia Moolekamp. Brother of Margaret Capitano and Michael Moolekamp. Step-brother of Richard Leithman. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins. Claude was a United States Army Veteran. He was a native of New Orleans and a resident of Metairie and California. He will be dearly missed by all family and friends. Family and friends will be invited to attend the Memorial Service at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home 4747 Veterans Blvd. on Thursday, November 16, 2006 at 8:00 pm. Visitation will be from 5:00 pm from 8:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Catholic Charities preferred. Times Picayune 11-15-2006 **************************************** 000620 Morales - Trilby Rayner Morales passed away on November 13, 2006 at 10:55 A.M. in Lafayette, LA where she eventually evacuated following Hurricane Katrina. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother and sister. Trilby loved children and in fact nannied four children for more than 12 years following the passing of her husband in 1978. She modeled a kindness to animals that today still continues to be appreciated by her children and grandchildren. Her passion for her New Orleans Saints is unrivaled. In her early years, Trilby was an artist whose creative zeal for painting originated from her years living in Paris, France, with her family, a period in her life that has held a special place in her heart. Her fondness for opera also grew following those years in which her father was a renowned tenor. Survivors include her loving daughters Dianne Morales Crago and Charmaine Morales Pavur, son-in-law Joseph R. Pavur, Jr., grandsons Joey and Johnny Pavur, sister Merle R. Fields, and brother, Eric Rayner. She is also survived by many other relatives. She will be sadly missed by everyone. She was preceded in death by her husband of nearly 40 years, Carlos A. Morales, Jr. and her parents Eva Dinkle Rayner and Sydney E. Rayner. Relatives, friends, faculty and staff of Delgado College Charity School of Nursing, St. Frances Cabrini School and Church, and St. Cletus School are invited to attend the celebration of her life at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 6666 Spanish Fort Blvd., New Orleans, LA, on Friday, November 17, 2006. Visitation will begin at 10:00 A.M. and continue until the Mass at 1:00 P.M. Interment to follow at Lake Lawn Park Cemetery. The family wishes to extend their sincere appreciation to her caring sitters Joni Singleton from Amian Sitters and the sitters from the Mary Colomb Agency, Betty Clay and Rose Ballard as well as the medical staff of Hospice of Acadiana. Arrangements by Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home. Guest book may be signed on line at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000621 Morehead - Katherine Benton Morehead, age 54, passed away on Monday, October 30, 2006. She was the beloved wife of Hall Morehead and the mother of sons Alexander Tucker and Carling Dinkler, IV. She is the daughter of Mrs. Mary Sheridan and the later Dr. Charles Benton and the step-daughter of the late Mr. Val Sheridan. In addition, Katie is survived by her three siblings: Mr. Chris Benton, Ms. Carden Rice, and Mr. Tino Sheridan; as well as, four nephews and one niece. Katie grew up in Macon, Georgia. She graduated from Sophie B. Newcomb College in New Orleans with honors. After graduation she lived in New Orleans for the next 20 years before making her final home in Shreveport, Louisiana. She was the president of GO Magazine and worked a number of years for New Orleans Magazine where she started the travel publication Arrive. Katie was greatly loved by many family and friends, and she will be missed. Funeral services will be held in Macon, Georgia on Saturday, November 4, 2006. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Louisiana Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (LASPCA) in her name would be appreciated. Donations can be made by visiting http://www.la- spca.org/forms/ donations.htm or via mail at Louisiana SPCA; 701 Thayer Street; New Orleans, Louisiana 70114. Services in Georgia are being handled by Hart's Mortuary and Crematory, 756 Cherry Street, Macon, Georgia, 31201,1-478/ 746-432 and in Baton Rouge by Rabenhorst East, 11000 Florida Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70816, 1-225-272-9950. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000622 Munoz - Juanita G. Munoz died on Thursday, November 23, 2006. Age 57, a native of Brownsville, TX and a resident of Kenner for 36 years. Beloved wife of Julian Munoz. Mother of Mistylyn and Marco Suazo and Julian Munoz, II. Grandmother of Nathan Anthony Munoz. Daughter of Ninfa Gutierrez and the late Pedro Guiterrez. Sister of Maria Ninfa Peterson, Luis Gutierrez, Rosa Linda Perez, Gloria Cervantes, Delia Longoria, Jesus Gutierrez, Graciela Poitinger and the late Pedro Gutierrez, Jr. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Services at the Kenner Funeral Home of L. A. Muhleisen and Son, 2607 Williams Blvd. on Monday, November 27, 2006 at 5:00 o'clock p.m. Friends may visit from 2:00 p.m. until time of service on Monday. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000623 Murph - Arthur Lee Murph transitioned from earth on Sunday, November 19, 2006 at West Jefferson Medical Center at 10:00 AM. He leaves to mourn his lovely wife Joanna L. Murph. He also leaves eight children: Brooksie, Arthur Jr. (Jeannie), Audrey (Melvin), Doris, Joyce, Charles, Shelia and Brian; eight stepchildren: Bridget (Rodney), Karen, Lisa (Ashford), Herbert (Beverly), Kelly, Herman Jr. (Pam), Delano (Ramona) and Daniel; twenty-two grandchildren; thirty-two great-grandchildren and four great great-grandchildren; one sister Stella Owens of Lexington, KY, also a host of nieces , nephews and friends. He was a World War II Veteran. He was preceded in death by mother and father Reggie and Dora Meadow Murph. Relative and friends of the family, also pastor, officers and members of Calvary Baptist Church, also employees of Louis Armstrong Airport, H.B. Ventures, Superior Energy Services, Lockett Construction, VA Wound Care 7th Floor at West Jefferson Specialty, Jefferson Council on Aging, Woodlawn Nursing Home and Jeff Cap are invited to attend the funeral services from Calvary Baptist Church, 929 S. Sibley, Metairie, LA. Rev. E. Turner officiating. Interment: Private. Arrangements by Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson, 11112 Jefferson Hwy., River Ridge, LA. Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000624 Murphy - Dale J. Murphy, Jr. on Tuesday, November 7, 2006. Son of Sandra Thomas Hunter and Dale Murphy, Sr. Step-son of Rev. Eldridge T. Hunter, Jr. and Janice Murphy. Father of Da'Janey and Dale J. Murphy III. Brother of Akein Spots, Dynell and Keoka Hunter and Delisha Murphy. Devoted companion of LeSean Hodges. Grandson of Maradell Thomas. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also members of True Gospel of Jesus Christ Church and employees of N.O. Sewerage and Water Board are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 9:30 a.m. from Westbank Christian Center, 16 Westbank Expressway, Rev. Eldridge T. Hunter, Jr., officiating. Entombment Resthaven Park Cemetery. Visitation from 8:30 a.m. until service time. Arrangements by MAGEE FUNERAL HOME. Rev. David M. Patin, Sr. & Gwiena Magee Patin, Directors. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000625 Murray - William 'Bill' Edward Murray, Jr., age 84 years, passed away on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at St. Anthony's Nursing Home in Metairie, LA. Mr. Murray is the beloved husband of Julia Schaff Murray. Father of William E. Murray, III, Daniel P. Murray, Shirley M. Callegari, Richard T. Murray, Michael J. Murray, Steven C. Murray, Julie M. Hankel and Brian J. Murray. Brother of Charles Murray, Joseph Murray, Audrey Schlaudecker, Mary Gentry, Antoinette Stall and the late Julia Carona, Grace Mayer and Richard Murray. Mr. Murray is also survived by 21 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Mr. Murray served his country in the United States Navy during WWII. He was a retired employee for Illinois Central Gulf Railroad and the City of New Orleans. He was a member of the American Legion and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral mass St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 444 Metairie Rd., Metairie, LA on Friday, November 24, 2006 at 1:00pm. Visitation will be at church from 10:00am until 1:00pm. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. To view and sign the family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-22-2006 **************************************** 000626 Mutz - Timothy Lee Mutz, of Slidell, LA on Saturday, November 11, 2006, at Slidell Memorial Hospital. Beloved husband of Penny Robinson Mutz, Slidell, LA. Father of 2 sons: Charles Lee Mutz, LaPlace, LA and Bradley Shane Mutz, Slidell, LA. Father-in-law of Yvette M. Mutz, Slidell, LA. Son of the late Charles G. and Mary K. Mutz. Brother of Gary Mutz and Susan Becherer and the late Shirley Schark. Also survived by 3 grandchildren: Timothy Lee Mutz II, Ariel Renee Mutz, and Jessica Lynn Martin. Age 61 years. A native of St. Louis, MO and resident of Slidell, LA for the past 33 years. Mr. Mutz was an Auctioneer, Appraiser, and Broker for his company , ServCorp International, Inc. of Slidell, graduated from Murray State University with a BSIE in Industrial Engineering, he was also a member of First United Methodist Church, in Slidell. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the MemorialServices at FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, ( 433 Erlanger St. ) Slidell, LA on Wednesday, November 15, 2006 at 6:30 P.M. Rev. Jerry Hillburn, Pastor. officiating. A private family inurnment will take place at a later date. Visitation on Wednesday evening from 5:30 P.M. to 6:30 P.M. Donations to: Memorial Pipe organ fund at the First United Methodist Church, Slidell, LA preferred, in lieu of flowers. Arrangements by HONAKER FUNERAL HOME, INC., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 11-14-2006 **************************************** 000627 Myers - Mark Lee Myers, Jr. passed away on Friday, November 17, 2006. He was 15 years old. He was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on December 17, 1990. He is survived by his father, Mark Lee Myers, Sr., his mother, Wyndy Wood Myers, his brother, Morgan L. Myers, his stepmother, Gaynel Corso Myers, his stepsister, Christina Marie Burdine, his stepbrother, John Christian Burdine, his paternal grandparents, the late Jimmy L. Myers and Rosanne Myers, and his maternal grandparents, Wiley and Sharon Wood. Mark attended Saint Margaret Mary School in Slidell, Louisiana from 1996 to 2003. He attended 8th grade at Holy Cross School and was currently attending Archbishop Rummel High School. Mark was an exceptional student and athlete. He was voted 'Most Christian' Boy at Saint Margaret Mary. Mark was selected as the tournament's MVP when his 8 year old traveling team won the Louisiana State Baseball Tournament. His SBBA baseball team, the Braves, won 1st place in 2001. He was part of the traveling team, 'The Blaze' when they claimed the USSSA National Championship in 2001. While he was a member of the 12 year old Mandeville Bandits traveling baseball team, his team won the USSSA Major State Championship in 2003. Mark was also a member of the Scorpion Wrestling Club where he won 1st place in the USA Wrestling Louisiana State Championship in 2003. In addition to baseball, Mark also played football at SYFA where his team, the Division 'III' Falcons won 1st place in 2003. He was very proud and fortunate to play an SYFA All Star football game in the Louisiana Superdome. Mark played football, baseball and wrestling at Holy Cross School. He was a member of the Varsity Baseball and Wrestling Teams at Archbishop Rummel High School. Relatives and friends are invited to attend visitation at Honaker Funeral Home, 1751 Gause Blvd W, Slidell, LA on Monday, November 20, 2006 from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM. A Funeral Mass will be held at Saint Margaret Mary Church, 1050 Robert Boulevard, Slidell, LA at 10:30 AM with visitation at 9:00 AM. Interment in Forest Lawn Cemetery. Arrangements by HONAKER FUNERAL HOME, INC., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000628 Nadeau - Jamie Lynn Ruiz Nadeau was called into the eternal presence of our Lord on Thursday, November 16, 2006, at the age of 25. She is the beloved wife of Andrew Nadeau, Sr. and beloved mommy of Andy Nadeau, Jr. Daughter of Richard and Debbie Ruiz, sister of Jennifer Cozine. Father and mother-in law: Jay and Elodie Barone, Lori and Michael Nadeau. Grandparents: George and Carol LePere and Audrey Ruiz, Murphy Hargis, Martin Barone and Andrew Nadeau. Friends and family including Pet Care Center and Spee Dee Oil are invited to a Celebration of Jamie's Life on Friday, December 1, 2006 at Riverside Baptist Church, 9220 Jefferson Highway River Ridge at 7:00 pm. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000629 Nagin - John Joseph Nagin, Jr., age 80, on Friday, November 24, 2006 at Ochsner Foundation Medical Center - Westbank. Devoted husband of the late Veran Nagin. Beloved son of the late John and Leona Mansion Nagin. Brother of Dorothy, Clarence, George and Gregory Nagin, Ramona Millon, the late Gloria Jarvis, Wardell and Keith Nagin. Brother-in-law of Theresa, Laverne and Rosalyn Nagin. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also priest and parishioners of Corpus Christi Catholic Church are invited to attend the serviceS. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 2022 St. Bernard Ave. on Friday, December 1, 2006 - 11 o'clock a.m. Interment Resthaven Memorial Park. Visitation 10 o'clock a.m. in the Church. CHARBONNET-LABAT, DIRECTORS, 581-4411. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000630 Naquin - Patricia Naquin entered into eternal rest on Monday, November 27, 2006 at her home. Beloved wife of Nowell (Butch) Naquin, Jr. for the past 37 years. Mother of Vickie Lynn Davis. Grandmother of Bryce Anthony Davis and Madison Noel Davis. Sister of Barbara Sweat. Daughter of the late Sam Ogima and Catherine Lopinto Ogima. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. Mrs. Naquin was a former secretary for State Farm Insurance Company, was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council No. 11921 Ladies Auxiliary and was a parishioner of Nativity of Our Lord Church. Age 55 years. A native of Independence, LA and a resident of Kenner, LA for 37 years. The relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Nativity of Our Lord Church, 3325 Loyola Drive in Kenner, LA on Friday morning, December 1, 2006 at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. Visitation will be on Thursday from 6:00 PM until 10:00 PM at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Blvd., near Clearview Pkwy., in Metairie, LA and of Friday from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM at Nativity of Our Lord Church. Please sign the online guestbook at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-30- 2006 **************************************** 000631 Naquin - Shirley Mary Duvieilh Naquin entered this earth January 14, 1926 and departed this earth November 13, 2006. She is survived by her beloved husband Morris Naquin, Sr., one daughter, Barbara Nieves, and one son, Morris Naquin, Jr. She is the mother of the late Marlene Bieller, and the sister of the late Clarence Duvieilh. Also survived by her sister, Diann DiFranco, 5 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and a host of friends. A memorial mass will be held in her honor at Holy Name of Mary Church in Algiers on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 10:00 am. Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000632 Narcisse - Louise Badon Narcisse was called to eternal rest on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at the age of 93 years. Daughter of the late Louis Badon, Sr. and Ida Lange Badon. Wife of the late Hilton Narcisse, Sr. She was preceded in death by her grandson, Kevin Haydel; a sister, Odelma B. Baham; and two brothers, Robert Badon and Louis Badon, Jr. She will be sadly missed by her children Carolyn N. Adams and Hilton Narcisse, Jr; and a brother, Elroy Badon, Sr. She leaves to mourn 4 Grandchildren. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass on Thursday, November 30, 2006 at 11:00 AM from St. Anselms Catholic Church, 307 St. Mary Street, Madisonville, LA 70447. Interment will follow in the Madisonville Cemetery. Visitation on Thursday at the church from 9:00 AM until service time. E. J. Fielding Funeral Home, Inc., Covington, LA in charge of arrangements. Sign our guestbook on-line at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000633 Negrotto - Edward James Negrotto, Sr. passed away Sunday, November 12, 2006, at Ashley Court Health Care Facility in Dallas, TX after a lengthy illness. He was 63 years old. He was the father of Ann Marie Negrotto Richardson and Edward James Negrotto, Jr. Son of the late Alice Cau Negrotto and Lewie Godfrey Negrotto, Jr. Brother of the late Lewie G. Negrotto III, Donald A. Negrotto and Gerald A. Negrotto. He is survived by brothers, Fernand S. 'Bull' Negrotto, Leon A. 'Lee' Negrotto and David P. Negrotto; as well as his sisters: Mary Ellen Amato and Rita Marie Zirkenbach. He is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. He owned and operated Edwards Coiffures in Lakeview for 33 years. Due to the displacement of family members resultant from Hurricane Katrina, plans for Memorial Services have yet to be determined. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000634 Nelson - Muriel Paulien (Sister) Brown Nelson departed this life on Monday, November 20, 2006 at Ochsner's Hospital of heart failure, age 65 years old. Loving daughter of the late Willie and Edna Brown, Sr. Devoted wife and homemaker to Leotha Howard Nelson and Trina Johnson and Nevles Brown. Also survived by nine grandchildren and 1 great granddaughter whom she cherished Kyndal Khai Bolden. Loving sister of Willie, Ronnie and Irving Brown, Joyce Florida, Carolyn Green, Gaynell Andrews, Catherine Brown, Cynthia Boyd, Allison Robinson, Gwendolyn Jefferson, the late Wallace Cyril, Milton Brown and Brendolyn Caliste. Mother-in- law of William Johnson and Shavone Brown, one aunt Dorothy Wilson. Preceded in death by parents, 2 brothers and a sister, grandson Darvell Brown, a host of aunts and uncles. She was also a dedicated member of Central Missionary Baptist Church. Relatives and friends of the family, pastors, officers and members of Central Missionary Baptist and all neighboring Churches, employees of Durr Construction Company are invited to attend the funeral. A service will be held on Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Marine and Mt. Moriah Ministries, 3034 Andover Street, Jefferson, La. Reverend Oliver P. Duvernay, officiating. Interment Providence Memorial Park. Visitation 10:00 a.m. at the church. CHARBONNET-LABAT, Directors, 481-4411 Times Picayune 11-27-2006 **************************************** 000635 Ness - Gladys M. Ness, a resident of Waggaman, LA, died at her home on November 11, 2006 from cancer. She is survived by a daughter, Cecelia Koon of Gonzales, LA; daughter, Linda Schoendorf of New Orleans, LA; son, Glen White and daughter-in-law Deanna White of Waggaman, LA; son, Danny White and daughter-in-law Rhonda White of Waggaman, LA. Also survived by 14 grandchildren and 16 great- grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her son, Donald Wilson Sellers, Sr. Visitation will be held at Mothe Funeral Home, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA on Monday, November 13, 2006 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM and on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Religious services will be conducted at 11 AM followed by entombment at Garden of Memories Cemetery, Metairie, LA. Pallbearers will be Danny White, Glen White, Danny White, Jr., Patrick Melancon, Jr., Kolby Broussard and Patrick Melancon, Sr. Information, 366-4343. Times Picayune 11-13- 2006 **************************************** 000636 Nesser - Vivian Fischer Nesser passed away on Monday, November 27, 2006, at the age of 81. She was the beloved wife of the late Louis Matthew Nesser, Jr. Mother of Kathleen A. Nesser, John Joseph Nesser, Sr. and the late Louis Matthew Nesser, III. Grandmother of Tiffani E. Brunner, Matthew P. Nesser and John J. Nesser, Jr. Great-grandmother of Christian A. Nesser. Sister of Dorothy F Keen, Helen F. Rockwell, Joan F. Worley and the late John F. Fischer. She was preceded in death by her parents, John F. and Celestine H. Fischer. Mrs. Nesser was a member of the American Legion Auxillary Unit 175 for over 50 years. During her service she held the title of president and various other offices. She was a member of the Past Presidents Club and a partner in Orleans Salon 114 of the 8-40. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral service to be held in the chapel of LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., on Thursday, November 30, 2006, at 10:00 am. Interment in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. Visitation on Thursday from 9:30 am until 10:00 am. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Judes's Children Hospital, 332 N. Lauderedale Street, Memphis, TN. 38105. Please sign and view the Family Guestbook at www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000637 Newkirk - Damaris M. 'Dee' Newkirk went home to her Lord on Thursday, November 2, 2006 in Albuquerque, NM. Born to the late Scott and Dortha Newkirk of Greene County, Indiana, on November 26, 1927, was preceded in death by a brother, Harold Max of Pleasantville, IN. Two daughters survive Dee, Leslie Beth Corbin, of Albuquerque, NM and Cristine Ann Corbin, of Huntsville, TX. Two brothers, Earl Rex Newkirk of New Orleans, LA and Jerry Dean Newkirk of Washington, IN, one sister, Brenda Sue Norris of Bloomington, IN, and grandsons, Andrew and David Hsi of Albuquerque, NM, also survive her. Services will be held at the Newkirk Funeral Home, 8195 E. Main Street, Dugger, IN, on Saturday, November 11, 2006 and she will be laid to rest at the Stafford Cemetery, Greene County, IN. Times Picayune 11-7- 2006 **************************************** 000638 Nobles - Charles 'Charlie' Thomas Nobles, age 69, a truck driver, passed away Friday, November 3, 2006 at the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, Mississippi. He is survived by daughters: 'KK' Nobles, Nicki Hutchinson, Chris Bell; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Charlie has gone to heaven, 'May he drink plenty of beer with all of his friends already there.' No formal services will be held, per Charlie's request, however friends and family are encouraged to remember the great times they shared. MARK SEEPE FUNERAL DIRECTORS & CREMATORIUM of Jackson, Mississippi is in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000639 Norton - Walter Francis Norton, Jr., retired Mechanical Engineer with Texaco, died on Wednesday, November 29, 2006 at 4:30 a.m. at his residence. Age 84. A native of New Orleans, LA, resident of Baton Rouge, LA and former resident of Houston, TX for many years. A graduate of Jesuit High School and LSU. A veteran of U.S. Army Intelligence unit during WWII. Survivors: beloved wife of 53 years, Estelle Babin Norton; 1 sister-in-law, Thelma Babin; nieces: Judy Babin Achord, Gloria Babin Plauche and husband, Jimmy, Linda Babin Baringer and husband, A.J. Baringer, Sharon Babin Booker and husband, James, Diane Daspit Kreeger, Lisette Daspit Beck and Barbara Lovell Pritchett; nephews: Arthur Babin and wife, Hazel Babin, Kelvin Babin, Lee Driscoll Daspit, Jr., Marcus Lafayette Pittman III, MD, Michael Norton Pittman, MD, Roy Oscar Lovell III and Ross Owen Lovell. Preceded in death by parents: Walter Norton, Sr. and Joesie Norton; 3 sisters: Muriel Norton Daspit, Beverly Norton Pittman and Rosemary Norton Lovell; and a nephew, Donald Richard Daspit. Special thanks to his special caregiver, Dianne Starks, Dr. Kevin Babin and the staff of 'the Haven.' Visiting at Baker Funeral Home, Baker, LA from 5:00 until 9:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 30, 2006 and from 8:00 until 10:00 a.m. on Friday, December 1, 2006. Religious Services at Baker Funeral Home Chapel on Friday at 10:00 a.m. conducted by Fr. Fred Youngs. Interment Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000640 Nunmaker - Andrew Joseph Nunmaker, Jr. quietly passed away on Monday, October 30, 2006 at the age of 78. He was the son of the late Andrew Nunmaker, Sr. and Miriam Weathers Nunmaker and brother of Betty Krogsgard and the late Carol Brunet. Devote husband of 56 years to his beloved wife, Marie Catherine Nunmaker he so fondly called, 'Tootsie'. Andrew's life and legacy will be memorialized by his four grateful children and nine grandchildren; Andrew J. Nunmaker, III and his wife Aline along with their two children Nicole and husband Neal Perry and Arielle. Lynn and husband Ron Mathews and their two sons Brad and Kevin. Alice and husband Mark Denis along with her three children Heidi and her husband Jon Drott and Kristen and Susanne Faust. Randall and Melissa Nunmaker and their two daughters Kylie and Amanda. Andrew also leaves behind an incredible circle of friends and family he hopes will continue to live life to the fullest and remember him for the happy person he was while on this earth. Andrew was a life long resident of the New Orleans area. A 1945 graduate of Jesuit High School and proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corp. Andrew not only served his country, he served his fellow man in his community. He spent many years as Scout Master for Troop #73, teaching many boys how to become a man. When Our Lady of Divine Providence Catholic Church was established he was very active in both the work and social activities that are so important to a new parish community. Later in life he went back to his military roots and was very proud to be a Devil Dog in the U.S. Marine Corp League, again serving his community with action. He was very proud to be distinguished as Marine of The Year in 2002. Besides his wife, family and friends, Andrew's other passions were fishing, hunting, woodworking, traveling and of course debating current political topics. Andrew died with a smile on his face knowing he lived a good life. He will forever be remembered for such sayings as, 'I feel great' and 'Why not?'. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service from the Kenner Funeral Home of L. A. Muhleisen and Son, 2607 Williams Blvd. on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at 12:30 p.m. Followed by a Funeral Mass at Our Lady of Divine Providence Catholic Church, on the corner of N. Atlanta St. and West Metairie Ave., Metairie, LA. Interment in Metairie Cemetery. Visitation at the Funeral Home on Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000641 O' Rourke - Dorothy Manalla O' Rourke passed away Saturday November 4, 2006 at the age of 81. A native of New Orleans she was resident of Arabi, La. Beloved wife of the late George T. O' Rourke Sr. She is survived by her sister Murial Manalla O'Rourke and brother of Roy Louis Manalla, Sr., and sister-in-law of Mrs. Nathan Manalla, Jr. Also survived by her children Salty O' Rourke and Patricia O' Rourke Maiorana and son-in law Wayne Anthony Maiorana, Sr. Beloved grandmother of Eddie LeBlanc, Tony Maiorana and Marci Maiorana, as well as three great- grandchildren and future grandson-in-law Patrick Fogarty. Daughter of the late Norma Majeste Manalla and Nathan Joseph Manalla, Sr. Sister of the late Ethel Manalla Jourdan, Hazel Manalla Leefe, Nathan Joseph Manalla, Jr. and Helen Manalla Savarino. Beloved aunt of many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and great-great nieces and nephews. Devoted employee of the Louisiana Superdome and New Orleans Arena since their inception and a parishioner of St. Robert Bellarmine Catholic Church of Arabi, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to celebrate her life of by attending a Memorial Funeral Mass on Friday, November 10, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. at Greenwood Funeral Home (formerly All Faiths Funeral Home), 5200 Canal Boulevard, New Orleans, La, with Father Adrian Hall celebrating. Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until the Mass begins. Burial will be private at St. Roch # 2 Cemetery in New Orleans, La. Family and friends desiring to do so may offer Masses in lieu of flowers. The family guest book may be signed on line atgreenwoodfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 11-8-2006 **************************************** 000642 Ohman - George W. Ohman born August 28, 1930 passed away on November 26, 2006, after a long and complicated battle with lung cancer as well as other illnesses. He was a career Military Veteran with tours of duty in Korea and Germany also 3 tours of Vietnam. A past District One Commander of the V. F. W. He was also a Eucharist Minister in the V. A. Hospital for many years. After retiring from the Military, he resided in New Orleans when he wasn't traveling, which he loved to do. He moved to Metairie after marrying his present wife. After evacuating from Katrina, he checked into Houston V. A. Hospital, where he resided for eight months. Shortly after returning to the New Orleans area, he checked into East Jefferson Hospital with pneumonia, for approximately two months. His health got progressively worse until he passed away. Mr. Ohman is survived by his wife Wilma Jean Ohman, sister Doris Dornan, brother John Ohman. Three step-children Glenda, Walter and Jason. Also four step-grandchildren and one step great- grandchild. Sister-in-law Rosemary Ohman, brothers-in-law Cliff Dornan, Loney Landry as well as several nieces and nephews. Mr. Ohman was preceded in death by his parents. His brothers Alvin and Larry Ohman, sisters, Anne (Nancy) Davis and Irene Landry. One step-daughter, Karen Whalen, 1st wife Rita, and 2nd wife Marie. A native of New Orleans, and a resident of Metairie for the past 6 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady Divine Providence, 100 N. Starrett Rd, Metairie, on Thursday, November 30, 2006, at 1:00 pm. with Fr. David presiding. Friends may visit after 10 am on Thursday at the church. Mr. Ohman will be cremated. His ashes will be interred at a private service at a later date. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the American Cancer Society, 2200 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Suite 214, Kenner, La 70062. Arrangements by JACOB SCHOEN AND SON FUNERAL DIRECTORS. Guestbook may be signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000643 Olinde - Mr. Harry Olinde, Jr. was called to rest on Sunday, October 29, 2006 at Kindred Hospital. A native of Oscar, LA and a long time resident of New Orleans, LA. Beloved husband of Joel Schroeder. Son of the late Leocadie Batiste and Harry Olinde, Sr. Brother of Vivian LaBeau Batiste (Baton Rouge, LA) and Florence J. Howard. Father of Helen Harris, Savannah Taylor, Clifford Olinde, Harry, Monisha and Kwame Wilson. Brother-in-law of Wilmer Batiste, Sr. Harold Howard, T.J Schroeder, David and Verna Schroeder (San Jose, California). Father- in-law of Erica P. Schroeder, Eddie Williams, Sr., Dwight Harris, Jr. Tyrone Taylor, Rev. Anthony and Dr. Bridgett White. Son-in-law of Mary Agnes Schroeder (San Jose, CA). Also survived by close friends: Audry Prince and Michael Congiff. He leaves to cherish his memory seventeen grandchlidren, six great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives, friends and Star. Age 74. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Gethsemane Temple C.O.G.I.C. United, Gordon Plaza True Foundation Ministry, True Foundation Evangelistic Ministries Chruch, True Vine Baptist Church, Garvin Temple, New Zion Baptist Church, South Bay Community Church, Beecher Memorial U.C.C. and all neighboring churches; also owner and staff of Royaltty Trucking Co. LLC, Royal Kids Academy, The Pool & Pation Center; doctors and nurses of Touro and Kindred Hospital 6th & 2nd floors; Blumenthal Printworks, Inc., Stor-All (Gentilly location), Coastal State Prison, Interstate Brands Corporation, Republic Waste, Global Communications Co. Urban Impact Ministries, Castel Rock Community Church, Rose Manor Bed & Breakfast Inn and Elite Title Insurance Agency, Inc. are invited to attend the Funeral Services at St. James Methodist Church of Louisiana, 1925 Ursuline Ave. on Friday, November 10, 2006 at 9:00 a.m. Visitation will begin at 8:00 a.m until service time. Pastor Robert Early III, officiating. Interment in Providence Memorial Park and Mausoleum, 8200 Ariline Dr., Metairie, LA. Arrangements by RICHARSON FUENRAL HOME OF JEFFERSON, INC. Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000644 Oliney - Perry Brandon Oliney on Tuesday, October 24, 2006 at the age of 17 years. Beloved son of Perry and Dorise Golston. Born in Metairie, LA, Perry lived in Kenner, LA and attended Jefferson Parish Public Schools. Survivors include: one brother, Mario Oliney; grandparents: Clinton and Jessie Collins; paternal aunts and uncles: Lottie Gloston, Emma Able, Rose Brumfield, Doris Wilson, Lloyd, Hank and Gerald Keller; maternal uncles: Michael, Clinton, Darrell and Gregory (Terri) Oliney; maternal aunts: Joyce (Bennie) Hurd, Beverly Oliney, Carmon (Jimmie) Ricks, Sandra (Lloyd) Young, Marilyn Young and Sharon Adams; two great-aunts: Savannah (Sampson) Fornette and Cora (Jonathan) Oladeji; three nephews: Deondra, Marion and Ty'Jae; two nieces Alanna and Teondra; and a host of cousins, relatives and friends. Perry was preceded in death by one brother, Deondra Oliney; grandparents: Otha and Lula Golston; great-grandparents: Essie and Columbus James, George and Doreatha Oliney. Perry will be greatly missed. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Calvary Baptist Church, 929 South Sibley St., Metairie, LA on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. Interment in Providence Park Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. Pastor James E. Turner, officiating. RICHARDSON FUNERAL HOME OF JEFFESON, INC. in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000645 Oliver - Darriel Webster Oliver On Thursday afternoon, October 26, 2006, died peacefully at home in Alexandria, VA, after a struggle of nearly four years with ovarian cancer. She was 59. Darriel was born in New York City and grew up in New Canaan, CT. She attended New Canaan High School, where she played basketball and field hockey. Active in a varity of pursuits, she was also a cheerleader, swimmer and life guard. She graduated in 1965 and then attended the University of Mary Washington, in Fredericksburg, VA, where she majored in Geography, played varsity field hockey and received her Bachelor's degree in 1969. In her professional career, Darriel was a secondary school teacher for several years, and later she was a civil servant at the U.S. Department of State. Her principal roles were as a Management Analyst in the Office of Foreign Buildings, and then a Passport Officer in the Office of National Passport Policy. In 2000, with ten years of service, she retired as a GS-13. A military spouse, Darriel lived and traveled around the world and was conversant in both and Italian and French. She was a wonderful wife, a devoted mother and a loyal friend to many people and several dogs. An accomplished athlete, she enjoyed tennis and Pilates, was an excellent skier and completed two running marathons. She was also involved in a number of volunteer activities of many kinds over the years. An avid reader, gardener, and most of all, bread maker and chef, she inspired and encouraged all with whom she came in contact, and leaves this world full of delightful memories and friendships. All of us who knew and loved Darriel will forever consider ourselves blessed for the time that we shared with her. She is survived by: her mother, Glorianne Lahr Webster; husband, Vice Admiral Daniel T. Oliver, U.S. Navy (Ret.); sister, Jillisa Thornton; brothers: Dana Webster and Josh Webster; daughter, Kim Dwyer; sons: James Koby Fulks and Kip Fulks; step-daughters: Noelle Oliver and Shannon Johnson; seven grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Memorial Services will be held Graveside at Arlington National Cemetery at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 30th, 2006. For those who wish to make a memorial contribution in Darriel's name, the family fequests that they be made to a charity of the donor's choice. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000646 Olson - In loving memory of Mr. Ronald F. Olson who peacefully went home to be with the Lord at Woodland Nursing Home in Algiers, LA on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at 4:30AM after a brief battle with Congestive Heart Failure. Mr. Olson was 78 years old and a lifelong resident of Gretna, LA. He was a member of the Special Unified Bowling League for many years and won many awards for his efforts during that time. Survived by his two sisters, Ms. Shirley O. Davison and Ms. Lois F. Olson; a host of nieces and nephews and his bowling buddies, Mr. Terry and Jerry Malinda. Preceded in death by his parents, Stephen L. Olson and Iona Ely Olson; his brothers, Everett, Elwyn, Floyd, John Olson and his sister-in-law Betty Olson. He will be missed by all whose lives he touched and lovingly remembered by those closest to him. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Monday, November 20, 2006. Visitation will begin at 10AM until the Funeral Mass at 11AM in the funeral home chapel. Interment will follow in St. Bartholomew Cemetery, Algiers, LA. We wish to express our heart felt thanks and appreciation to the Woodland Nursing Home staff and to the Canon Hospice Staff. To all of the Nurses and Caretakers for their compassion and care that was demonstrated to Mr. Olson-WE SINCERELY THANK YOU! Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000647 Orgera - Adam Orgera, age 85, of Seminole, Florida, died Sunday, October 29th, 2006 at St. Petersburg General Hospital. He was born in New York City, NY and moved to Florida in 2002 from Greensboro, GA. He was the Sears Regional Manager for the New Orleans Group when he retired in 1981, after 35 years as an executive with the company. He was a Coast Guard veteran of WW II as a Lieutenant Jr. Grade. He was a member of the New Orleans chamber of Commerce, Rotary Club, Lions Club, and the Kiwanis Club. He served on numerous boards including the New Orleans Museum of Art, First Financial Bank of New Orleans, and Lee Memorial Hospital. He was also a member of the Crew of Rex in New Orleans. Adam enjoyed Golf, boating, fishing, horses and wine. He was a fine art collector and held a private pilot's license. He was a master Bridge player and an avid Chess player. He was a graduate of the Brooklyn Technical Institute and attended Columbia University. He graduated from the Coast Guard Academy. Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Louise; 2 sons: Raymond Orgera of Memphis, TN and Michael Orgera of Salt Lake City, Utah; 2 daughters: Vera Henson of Marietta, GA and Donna Gordon of Gulfport, FL; 5 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Funeral arrangements handled by Anderson-McQueen Funeral Homes, St. Petersburg, Florida. Online guestbook at www.andersonmcqueen.com. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000648 Orgeron - Virgie Champagne Orgeron was born on March 15, 1908 and died November 23, 2006 at age 98. She was from Gheens, LA. Wife of the late Felix J. Orgeron. Daughter of the late Martial Champagne and Leona Matherne Champagne. Mother of Donald T. Orgeron (wife Kathy), Betty Chedotal (husband Larry) and Janie Barrett (husband David). Sister of Enola, Warren, John and Raymond. Sister of deceased: Annie C. Lytel, Mary C. Falcone, Earl, Nolan, Roland, Clarence, Msgr. Roy J. Champagne and Doris Champagne. Mrs. Orgeron is survived by a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was a parishoner of Infant Jesus of Prague Catholic Church for over 60 years. Visitation Tuesday, November 28, 2006 from 10:00 a.m. - until Mass at St. Bonaventure Catholic Church, 329 S. Jamie Blvd., Avondale, LA. Burial Restlawn Park Cemetery. CLARK DUCOTE FUNERAL HOME in charge of arrangements. To extende on-line condolences to the Orgeron family please visit www.clarkducote.com. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000649 Orgeron - Norman Clifford Orgeron passed away on November 3, 2006. Loving husband of Evelyn Ehret Orgeron for 65 years. Father of Toni O. Hollis and Jacquelyn O. Majeste. Father-in-law of Darrell J. Hollis and Richard J. Majeste, Sr. Son of the late Eugene C. and Edna Cantrelle Orgeron Grandfather of Ashley Chaisson, Alicia Crowell, Darrell D. Hollis, and Richard Majeste, Jr. Grandfather- in-law of Keith Chaisson and Timothy Crowell. Great-Grandfather of Heather Chaisson and Lauren Crowell. Brother of the late Lynn Orgeron and Ruth Orgeron Barrios. Brother-in-law of Alvin Ehret, Louis Ehret, Mary Lou Ehret, Helen Ehret Bach, Ivy Ehret and Norma Ehret. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Age 85 years. A native of New Orleans and life-long resident of Gretna , LA. Norman retired from the U. S. Postal Service. He served in the U. S. Coast Guard and was a veteran of World War II. He was a parishioner of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Gretna. A memorial mass was held for family members on November 10, 2006 at St. Joseph Church with interment at Hook and Ladder Cemetery in Gretna, LA. The family expresses thanks for the compassionate care given by the doctors and staff at Ochsner Hospital and Canon Hospice. Times Picayune 11-15-2006 **************************************** 000650 Ortego - Anna Mae Thomas Ortego, age 88, on Thursday, November 16, 2006. Wife of the late Wilbon P. Ortego. Mother of Elaine Michelet. Grandmother of Michele King, Stephanie Castro and Julie Allen. Aunt of Diane Sporl, Deborah Wallace and Louis Thomas, Jr. A Memorial Service will be held at St. Mary Magdelen Catholic Church, 6425 W. Metairie Ave. Met. on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at 3:30pm. In lieu of flowers donations to Canon Hospice, 1221 S. Clearview Pkwy., Jefferson, LA 70121, preferred. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000651 Ory - In loving memory of Neville Joseph Ory, who joined hands with God on November 4, 2006 at the age of 78. A native of New Orleans, Neville was a 1951 graduate from LSU with a degree in Civil Engineering. He worked 35 years with Texaco, Inc., in the New Orleans area and New Iberia.For 54 years he was the beloved husband of Dorothy Verlander Ory. Together they had five children, the late Keith Joseph Ory, Stephen Joseph Ory (wife Gale), Cheryl Ory Blasini (husband Jorge), Daniel Joseph Ory, and Julie Ory Coke (husband Charles). He was the son of the late Octave Joseph and Emilie Zeller Ory and brother of the late Francis Joseph Ory and the late Emilie Ory DiRosa. Neville's family includes seven grandchildren: Arrianne Ory, Matthew Ory, Annette Hobbs, Marcel Blasini, Alicia Blasini, Brett Coke, and Brian Coke. He was also proud of his five great grandchildren: Brianna and Bryan Hobbs, Tristan Ory, Huey Blasini, and Anthony Blasini. He is survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, November 7, 2006 at 11:00 AM at GREENWOOD FUNERAL HOME, 5200 Canal Blvd. Interment to follow in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 9:00 AM until service time. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Christ The King Church in memory of Mr. Ory, 535 Deerfield Road Terrytown, LA 70056. To view and sign family guest book online visit www.lifefiles.com. Times Picayune 11-6-2006 **************************************** 000652 Otillio - Helen Frey Otillio, age 88 years, passed away after a brief illness on Wednesday, November 8, 2006. Mrs. Otillio is the beloved wife of the late Harold John Otillio. Mother of Carolyn Otillio Robicheaux and husband Ray. Grandmother of Karen A. Robicheaux. Sister of Evelyn Frey Fagan and the late Edna Frey Prinz. Mrs. Otillio is also survived by several nieces, nephews and grand nieces and nephews. Mrs. Otillio was a longtime member of St. Matthew Lutheran Church in New Orleans where she was a member of the Ernest Workers Society and the Alter Guild. She was also a member of the AARP, Life and Lively and the Senior Friends. The family of Mrs. Otillio would like to personally thank the staff at River Regions Hospice Home for all their love and support throughout this difficult time. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral services at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 10:00am. Visitation will begin from 8:00am until 10:00am. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000653 Otis - Robert James (Robbie) Otis III on Sunday, October 15, 2006 in San Antonio, Texas, age 33. Son of Robert J. Otis, Jr. and the late Melba H. Otis, brother of Romon J. Otis Sr. and Shantell M. Otis, step-son of Rhonda M. Mollow, grandson of Catherine T. Otis, uncle of Romon J. Otis Jr. and Lauren R. Otis, also survived by a host of aunts and uncles and other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, employees of the City of New Orleans, and Harrah's Casino, Whole Food Co., Dietary Department, University Hospital, Pastor, officers and members of Gr. Beulah Land B.C. are invited to attend a memorial service on Thursday, November 2, 2006, 11:00 a.m. at Mt. Triumph B.C., 1734 Fern Street, New Orleans, La. 70118. Rev. Arthur L. Jones, officiating. Heritage Funeral Directors in charge. Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000654 Oustalet - Dolores Stumpf Oustalet on Thursday, November 16, 2006. Loving wife of the late John Thomas Oustalet, Sr. Beloved mother of John T. Oustatlet, Jr. and Dolores 'Lorie' Mary Oustalet. Sister of Joyce Matran, Elaine Carriere, Arthur Stumpf, Charlie Stumpf, Jr., and the late Robert Stumpf. Daughter of the late Charles G. Stumpf and Gertrude Englert Stumpf. She and her family were owners of Stumpfs Hardware Store on Magazine St. Age 63 years. A native and life-long resident of New Orleans, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Chapel of Lamana- Panno-Fallo, 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at 10:00 am. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will be from 8:00 am until service time. Arrangements by JACOB SCHOEN AND SON FUNERAL DIRECTORS. Guestbook may be signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000655 Pajeaud - Jywanza 'Fat' Pajeaud, age 28, on Tuesday, November 7, 2006 at 8:30 o'clock a.m. in Houston Northwest Medical Center. Son of Lyle Pajeaud and the late Melvina Pajeaud. Brother of Aristede Pajeaud, Kyron 'O Boy' Hagan, Lyle Hagan, Deronisha and Dukycha Hagan and the late Shontell Collins. Grandson of Marjorie B. Pajeaud and the late Aristide Pajeaud, Melvin and Marion Wright. Nephew of Elizabeth Cheneau, Susan Wright, Alfreda Wright, Belcina Winchester, Lynn W. Spooner (Crawford), Daphne Ferdinand (Keith), Kovin Wright, Roger Winchester (Tabitha) and Walter Wright. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, many other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the service. Funeral Services in the Chapel of the Roses of Charbonnet-Labat Funeral Home, 1615 St. Philip St. on Wednesday, November 15, 2006 at 10 o'clock a.m. Interment private. Visitation 9 o'clock a.m. in the Chapel. CHARBONNET-LABAT, Directors, 581-4411. Times Picayune 11-15-2006 **************************************** 000656 Palensky - John Palensky, 78, Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. today at St. Thomas Catholic Church in Hattiesburg, Mississippi who died November 16, 2006 at his home in Hattiesburg. Retired, Mr. Palensky served in the Navy working in the Naval Oceanographic Office. He was a member of St. Thomas Catholic Church. He is survived by his wife, Sharon Palensky of Hattiesburg; daughter, Annie Ricks of Hattiesburg; sister, Margaret Savage of Acton, Massachusetts; brother, Al Palensky of Council Bluffs, Iowa; and granddaughter, Madeline Ricks of Hattiesburg. Visitation will be prior to the service at 12:30 p.m. at the church. Moore Funeral Home in Hattiesburg is in charge of arrangements. You may sign the guest book at www.moorefuneralservices.com. Times Picayune 11-18-2006 **************************************** 000657 Palmeri - Rita A. Palmeri passed away on Tuesday, October 31, 2006 at North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond, LA at the age of 82 years. She was a native of New Orleans, LA, a resident of Metairie, LA for the past 20 years, and currently had been a resident of Hammond, LA for the last 4 months. Ms. Palmeri was a graduate of Soule Business College and was an Executive Secretary for Universal Furniture. Daughter of the late Lillian Douvillier Palmeri and Peter S. Palmeri, Sr. Sister of the late Joseph P. Palmeri, Peter S. Palmeri, Jr., and Alice Palmeri Otillio. Aunt of the late Peter and Joseph L. Palmeri. Survivors include many nieces and nephews: Miriam Palmeri, Marie Palmeri Lanzetta and her husband, Paul, Peter S. Palmeri, III and his wife Gaye, Brother Bernard Palmeri, C.S.C.; one step-nephew, Lester J. Otillio, Jr. and his wife, Eva; one step-niece, Necha Otillio Murphy and her husband, John. Also survived by many great nieces and great nephews. My love and appreciation to my nephew and his family, Peter S. Palmeri, III, his wife, Gaye H. Palmeri and their son, Stephen P. Palmeri for the love, care and loyalty that they gave to me. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Monday, November 6, 2006 at 2:00 PM. Burial will be private. Visitation will begin at 12:00 noon. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000658 Palmintier - Betty May Brownsberger Palmintier, who went to her rest after an extended illness at 1:00 p.m., Sunday, November 19, 2006, at Maison de Lafayette. Born and raised in the New Orleans area, Mrs. Palmintier graduated from the Eleanor McMain High School, and studied ballet for several years. Soon afterwards, she met a young medical school student, Dominic John Palmintier who became the love of her life and her husband of over 55 years. After World War II, they lived in Germany and Austria, where Dr. Palmintier served in the U.S. Army Medical Corps. It was there that Mrs. Palmintier developed a life-long love of classical music and fine arts. She moved to Lafayette in the early 1950's, and had six children. She was the consummate 'Mom', actively participating in her children's activities through sports, music, clubs and fraternal organizations. Her cooking was nothing short of legendary and her recipes are featured in several regional cookbooks. When her youngest started grammar school, Mrs. Palmintier studied interior design, and obtained her designer's license. Over the years, she owned and operated the Hallmark Interiors and Gifts and became one of Acadiana's most celebrated interior designers, being named 'Lafayette Business Woman of the Year' in the 1990's. She loved to share her passion for design with others, teaching Potpourri courses on the subject for many years at the former U.S.L. Throughout her lifetime, Mrs. Palmintier was extremely active in the Lafayette community. She helped breathe new life into the Acadiana Symphony Orchestra in the 1990's, serving as its President from 1992 -1993 and as a member of its Board of Directors for many years. She served as President and on the Board of Directors of Vermilionville and was on the Board of the former Anglo American Art Museum (now the LSU Museum of Art). She was also a member of L'Avenir, the Lafayette Parish Medical Auxiliary, the Lafayette Women's Auxiliary, the Episcopal Church of the Ascension Altar Society, and the Junior League of Lafayette. Mrs. Palmintier is survived by her six children: one daughter, Patricia Pritchard and husband, Mark of Lafayette, LA; five sons: Jon S. 'Skip' Palmintier, M.D. and his wife, Joan of Richmond, VA., Michael C. Palmintier and his wife, Laura of Baton Rouge, LA, David J. Palmintier and his wife, Sally of Lafayette, LA, James P. Palmintier of Lafayette,LA and Daniel C. Palmintier and his wife, Nicole of Lafayette, LA; her grandchildren: Dominic II, Joshua and wife, Erin, Blake and Ellen Palmintier, Bryan Palmintier, Julia Palmintier, Andrew, Sarah and Rebecca Palmintier, Kari P. Price and husband, Jason, Ginny Moneer and husband, Bobby, Lindsay Pritchard and Benjamin Kommor; and her great-grandchildren: Cameron Palmintier, Isabella Palmintier, Cole Moneer, Tobin and Elias Price. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Dominic John Palmintier; her parents, Charles C. Brownsberger and Gladys Eleanor Schoenhardt; and her brother, Robert Dennis Brownsberger. The Palmintier family extends its' heartfelt gratitude to Phillip Papillion and the caregivers of Amian Health Services, as well as to Pat Richard of Hospice of Acadiana and to Mrs. Palmintier's enduring friend, Ann LeJeune Bowen. The Palmintiers are grateful for the loving, gentle comfort provided to their mother during the final years of her life. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, Lafayette, LA. Entombment will follow at Fountain Memorial Gardens, Lafayette, LA. Visitation will be held at Martin & Castille Funeral Home, 330 St. Landry St., Lafayette, LA from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, with Recitation of the Rosary at 6:30 p.m. Visitation will continue after 9:00 a.m. Wednesday until the time of the service. Monsignor Glen Provost, Pastor of Our Lady of Fatima will be the celebrant of the Funeral Mass and will conduct the services. Lauren Baker and Jason Pennington will play the 'Meditation' from the opera 'Thais.' Other musical selections for the services will include Schubert's 'Ave Maria' and 'The Lord's Prayer' sung by Paul Baker. For those preferring memorial contributions, donations may be made to the Acadiana Symphony Orchestra, P.O. Box 53632, Lafayette, LA 70505 or to Hospice of Acadiana, 2600 Johnston St., Suite 200, Lafayette, LA 70506. View the obituary and guestbook online at www.mourning.com.MARTIN & CASTILLE FUNERAL HOME, INC. of Lafayette, LA has been chosen to help with the arrangements. 234-2311. Times Picayune 11-21-2006 **************************************** 000659 Palmisano - Althea Rushing Palmisano on Saturday, November 17, 2006. Age 83 years. Beloved wife of the late Michael Anthony Palmisano, Sr. Mother of Bart M. Palmisano, Michael A. Palmisano, Jr. Aline P. Vitale and Anthony 'Tony' F. Palmisano. Also survived by eight Grandchildren and eight Great-grandchildren. Sister of James M. Rushing, Jr., Lloyd Rushing, Doris Sottile, Norma Sharp and the late Ollie Mae Rushing and William E. Rushing. Althea and her husband, Mike, were the owners of Palmisano's Food Store in New Orleans, LA for over 40 years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Greenwood Funeral Home (formerly All Faiths), 5200 Canal Blvd. on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will begin on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 from 6:00 PM until 10:00 PM and on Wednesday from 9:00 AM unitl time of Mass. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-21-2006 **************************************** 000660 Palumbo - Marie Aline Palumbo, a retired teacher's aide for Jefferson Parish, passed peacefully after a lengthy illness on Saturday, November 11, 2006. Age 78, a native of Houma and a resident of Kenner for the past 48 years. Mrs. Palumbo bowled for many years in city, state, and national tournaments and was on the board of directors of NOWBA and a delegate for LWBA. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Palumbo. Mother of Janice Klein and Wayne Palumbo. Mother-in-law of Rhonda Palumbo. Grandmother of Jennifer Klein and Tristen and Brice Palumbo. Great- grandmother of Emily, Rebekah, Matthew and Logan. Sister of Minnieola Detweiler and the late Sylvia Perry and Linda Roark. Sister-in-law of Edwin and Joy Palumbo. Also survived by nieces and nephews. No service will be held, however donations can be made to the American Heart or Lung Association in memory of Mrs. Palumbo. L. A. Muhleisen and Son Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11- 13-2006 **************************************** 000661 Parent - Israel Michael Parent, an independent automotive consultant with Ford Minority Dealers, passed on Wednesday, November 22, 2006. Israel was a life- long resident of New Orleans, LA. He is survived by his wife, Ermence DeBose- Parent; two daughters: Alexis Parent Ferrouillet and Avanna Parent; his mother, Marguerite Parent; a son-in-law, Keith Ferrouillet; two grandchildren: Malcolm Ferrouillet and Paige Parent; two brothers: Ronald Parent (Lynell Smith) and Melvin Parent, Jr. (Stephanie Jacques); sisters-in-law: Lavania Soublet, Rosemary Stelly, Althea DeBose, Mirenda DeBose and Brenda Carter; brothers-in-law: George DeBose, Jr. (Quinceyella Hawkins), Rudolph DeBoise, Sr. (Ann Gilyot), Harmon DeBose, Sr. (Carolyn Collins), Gregory DeBose, Sr. (Louise Randolph), Noel DeBose, Sr. (Denise Patnett) and Michael Buckles. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, godchildren and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Melvin Parent, Sr.; his sister, Denise Parent Buckles; his mother-in-law, Thelma DeBose; his sister-in-law: Judy DeBose; and his brothers-in-law: Kirk DeBose, Edward Soublet and John Stelly. Relatives and friends of the family; also priest and parishioners of Corpus Christi and St. Maria Goretti Catholic Churches; members of Ford Minority Dealers; employees of the Orleans Parish Criminal District Court, Civil Court for the Parish of Orleans, Delgado Community College; members of the Autocrat Social and Pleasure Club, Vikings Krewe and the Young Men of Illinois; alumni of Xavier University at New Orleans and St. Augustine High School are invited to attend the Funeral Mass of Christian Burial at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 2022 St. Bernard Avenue on Saturday, December 2, 2006 at 12:00 noon. Visitation begins at 9:00 a.m. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery. Arrangements by D.W. RHODES FUNERAL HOME, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna, LA. . Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000662 Parker - Carollyn Hinyub Parker, age 68, of Stafford, Virginia, passed away Monday, October 30, 2006 after an 8-year bout with cancer. She was born March 10, 1938 in Algiers, La. and raised there until she married John (Jack) Parker, March 2, 1957. She has resided in Northern Virginia since 1978. She will forever be loved and remembered by her husband, Jack; and 3 sons: John (Jay), Mark and Brian of Stafford, Virginia. Carollyn was predeceased by her daughter, Leslie Maroney. She is survived by her 9 grandchildren. Carollyn worked for over 20 years in food services for the Prince William County School System. She enjoyed bunko, gardening, crabbing and playing the nickel slots. The family will receive friends from 3:00 until 6:00 p.m., Sunday, November 5th, 2006 at Miller Funeral Home, 3200 Golansky Blvd., Woodbridge, VA. A Memorial Service will also be held at Miller Funeral Home Chapel on Monday, November 6th at 12:30 p.m. The burial will be at Quantico National Cemetery, Quantico, Virginia. The family requests that expressions of sympathy take the form of contributions to the Susan G. Komen Foundation, 5005 LBJ Freeway, Suite 250, Dallas, TX 75244, (888) 888-3317. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000663 Parks - Michael James Parks, passed away on Friday, November 3, 2006 at 9:40 PM. Age 32 Years. Beloved son of Bradley J. Parks, Sr., and Karen Lirette Parks. Father of Michael Douglas Freeman. Brother of Tammy Vedros, Lorinda Conner, Nancy Ledoux, and Bradley J. Parks, Jr. Godfather of Tana Prestenback. Uncle of Amanda, Jessie, and Raymond Huntington, Jr., Ryan Bellanger, Darron and Shae Parks, James and Jamie Crochet, Tracy and Tiffany Vedros. Relatives and friends of the family also employees of Hammerhead's Restaurant are invited to attend the Funeral Services from the Chapel of WESTSIDE/LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at 1:00 PM. Followed by interment in Restlawn Park, Avondale, LA. Visitation on Wednesday morning after 10:00 AM until Service time. Information: 341-9421. Times Picayune 11-7-2006 **************************************** 000664 Parrino - Anna May Parrino on Sunday, November 19, 2006 in Lutcher, LA. Wife of the late Felix Parrino, Sr. Daughter of the later Victor and Cecile Schexnayder. Mother of Felix Parrino, Jr. and wife, Faye Parrino and Joe Parrino and wife, Judy Parrino. Sister of E.J. Schexnayder. Grandmother of Joey Parrino, Brad Parrino and the late Sherri Parrino. Great-grandmother of Jenna Parrino and Brendon Thomassie. Also preceded in death by 2 brothers and 2 sisters. Age 85. A native of Union, LA and a resident of Lutcher, LA. Religious Services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at Reserve Christian Church, Reserve, LA. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery, Paulina, LA. Visitation at Reserve Christian Church, Reserve, LA from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday. Arrangements by H.C. ALEXANDER FUNERAL HOME, Lutcher, LA. Times Picayune 11-21-2006 **************************************** 000665 Pastor - Rosemary Bensen 'Heart' Pastor passed away Wednesday, November 1, 2006 at her daughter's home in Haughton, LA. Beloved wife of the late Steele H. Pastor. Loving mother of Pamela Galila, Penny Milligan and Piper Amrhein. Grandmother of Kelo McKay, Rene' Milligan, Sean Milligan and Steele Pastor. She is also survived by 5 great-grandchildren. Daughter of the late Edward Bensen and Margaret O'Connor. Also preceding her in death are her siblings; Bernard Bensen, Harriet Dussel, Edward Bensen Jr. and Earline Bensen. Age 81. Mrs. Pastor was retired from the New Orleans School Board and was a native and life-long resident of the city. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Chapel of Lamana-Panno-Fallo Funeral Home, 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, at 11:00 am on Monday, November 6, 2006. Interment to follow in Cypress Grove Cemetery. Friends may visit on Monday from 9:00 to 11:00 am. Arrangements by JACOB SCHOEN AND SON FUNERAL DIRECTORS. Guests may sign the guestbook online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000666 Paul - George Vincent Paul died on Sunday, November 12, 2006. Son of the late Octavia Carroll. Brother of the late Norbert Carroll, Sr. Also survived by one niece, Cynthia Carroll Robinson; four nephews: Norbert Jr., Jerome, Kenneth and Keith Carroll. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the service on Monday, November 20, 2006 at D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 1020 Virgil St. at 11:00 a.m. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery, New Orleans, LA. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000667 Paul - Rodney Paul passed on Thursday, November 2, 2006. Husband of Sherrell Walker Paul. Son of Melvia Green and the late George Paul. Father of LaShanda, Keith, Monroe, Terrell and Darrell. Grandfather of Senya Walker. Brother of Jeffery, Shawn, William, Fredrick, Adolph, Carmen, Thera and the late Ronald Grimes. Son-in-law of Jane Jackson. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services to be held at 1st Zion Baptist Church, 2200 Jackson Ave. on Friday, November 10, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m - 10:00 a.m. . Intement Providence Memorial Park. Arrangements entrusted to D.W. RHODES FUNERAL HOME. Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000668 Payne - Ouida Ward Payne, passed away on November 26, 2006 at her Harvey, LA residence. She was 85. She was born in Lincoln County, AR and was raised in Jefferson County. She is a 1940 graduate from Watson Chapel Senior High School in Pine Bluff, AR. Mrs. Payne worked in Conway and Little Rock, AR, for many years in Burbank, CA and in Jefferson Parish, LA where she retired in 1986 from O.N.I. She moved to Oxnard, CA and returned to Harvey in 1990. Preceded in death by her husband, Jack Payne; daughter, Mary Evelyn Brown Tyson; parents, John H. Ward and Missie B. Ward and her nephew, J. M. Ward. Survived by her brothers, John H. Ward, Jr. of Harvey, LA and Capt. J. D. Ward, U.S.N. (Ret.) of Slidell, LA; grandson, GYSGT Albert M. Tyson, U.S.M.C. (Ret.) of Fredericksburg, VA; granddaughter, Ouida Diann Tyson Wright, of Honolulu, HI; great-grandchildren, Michelle White, Melissa Tyson Kingsley, Albert Merle Tyson, Jr., (A.J.), James Wright, Jessica Wright, Hannah Wright and Benjamin Wright; niece, Susan Ward Allen of Slidell, LA; great nephew, Steven G. Allen and her great great grandson, Jordan Kingsely.Her remains will be cremated. Mothe Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Information, 366- 4343. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000669 Pecot - Donald W. Pecot, in Metairie, LA, on Thursday, November 9, 2006. Beloved husband of the late Helen Stewart Pecot. Father of Helen Pecot LeBlanc and Mona Toye Qualls. Father-in-law of Roy LeBlanc, Jr. and Benjamin Qualls. Brother of Harold Pecot of Montgomery, Alabama, Shirley Pecot Wall of Basile, LA, the late Audrey Evans, John, Vincent, Warren and Mark Pecot. Also survived by 6 grandchildren: Roy III, Michael and Debra LeBlanc, Christopher and Megan Qualls and Kelley Q. Cassidy; and 4 great-grandchildren: Olivia, Alyssa, Elise and Celeste LeBlanc. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Mr. Pecot was a WWII Veteran and a Army pilot. Funeral Services were held at Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, LA on Tuesday, November 14, 2006. Interment in Biloxi National Cemetery. Information: 835-2341. Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000670 Pendergast - Blanche Claire Turcan Pendergast, born January 8, 1919 in New Orleans to Romain J. Turcan and Blanche Baker Turcan, died on November 16, 2006. She was the beloved wife of the late Cyril A. Pendergast, also of New Orleans. She is survived by three of her four children, eleven grandchildren, and two great- grandchildren. A rosary will be held at 10:00 am at the Funeral Home of Lamana- Panno-Fallo, 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, on Saturday, November 18, 2006. Funeral Mass and interment will be held in Dallas, Texas. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. Josephs Hospice, 824 Elmwood Park Blvd, Ste 155, Jefferson, Louisiana 70121. Arrangements by JACOB SCHOEN AND SON FUNERAL DIRECTORS. Guestbook may be signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-18- 2006 **************************************** 000671 Penton - Jane Pichon Penton, of Slidell, LA on Tuesday, November 14, 2006, at Trinity Rehab of Slidell. Mother of Chris Penton, Bridget Fossier, Stephen Penton and Suzanne Pichon. Sister of Catherine Brewbaker, Julius Pichon and the late Clara Rousseaux. Also survived by 8 grandchildren, Christopher, Joshua Penton, Matthew Boes, Kristi, Adam Fossier, Gabrielle, Justin and Jacob Penton and 3 great grandchildren, Liam, Aidan and Trever. Age 75 years, she was a former cafeteria manager with the St. Tammany Parish School Board, a former employee of Charter Cable and retired from Sears after 18 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services at HONAKER FUNERAL HOME,1751 GAUSE Blvd. WEST (IN FOREST LAWN CEMETERY), Slidell, LA on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. Interment in FOREST LAWN CEMETERY. Visitation on Thursday evening from 6:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. and on Friday after 9:00 A.M. until funeral time. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 11- 16-2006 **************************************** 000672 Perojo - Norka U. Perojo passed away, at West Jefferson Hospital, on Monday, October 30, 2006. She was the wife of Danilo Perojo. Mother of Malena C. Navarro and Luly C. Cali and mother of step-daughters: Barbara Perojo and Aleida Nunez. She was the daughter of Francisco Urtiaga and Amparo M. Urtiaga. Sister of Radames, Carlos, Roberto Urtiaga and Mirta Remon. Grandmother of Stephanie, Nicole, Stephen, Victoria and Chris. Mrs. was 73 years old. A native of Oriente, Cuba and a resident of Gretna, LA for the past 18 years. A retired employee of Security Insurance Co., Mrs. Perojo received several awards for Top Salesperson. She was a member of the Cuban Cubano de Professionales and a parishioner of Christ the King Catholic Church. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from the Metairie Funeral Home of Lamana-Panno-Fallo, 1717 Veterans Blvd., at Bonnabel Blvd. on Friday, November 3, 2006 at 12:00 noon. Visitation on Friday, November 3, 2006 after 9:00 a.m. Interment for Mrs. Perojo will be in Garden of Memories. Sign on-line Guest Book at www.legacy.com. Funeral information: 831- 9901. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000673 Perrer - Elma (T-Ma) Matherne Perrer on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 12:40 P.M. Beloved wife of the late Eugene Joseph Perrer. Loving mother of Dean Perrer of Pontchatoula, LA. and the late Eugene Paul and Danny Joseph Perrer and Sylvia P. Champagne. Sister of Velma Breaux and Bessie Matherne of Des Allemands, Betty Champagne of Luling, Maurice and Lester Matherne of Des Allemands, George Matherne of Metairie and the late Thelma Dufrene, Eloie and Eddie Matherne. Daughter of the late Hypolite and Clementine Folse Matherne. Also survived by grandchildren Gregory, Morris, Catherine and Jerry Champagne all of Luling, Eugene Jr. of Bassfield, MS, Mathew of Gainesville, GA and Paul Perrer of Baton Rouge and Francis Shelton of Monroe. Great grandchildren Gregory, Rochelle and Brandon Champagne, Blake and Brent Samaha all of Luling. Aged 91 years. A native of Vacherie, LA and resident of Des Allemands. Parishoner and member of St. Gertrude Ladies Altar Society and former employee for many years of Mrs. Matherne's Stuffed Crabs of Des Allemands and a notable local seamstress, hat maker and life doll maker. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial from St. Gertrude Catholic Church, Des Allemands on Monday, November 20, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. followed by Interment in St. Gertrude Cemetery. Friends may call from 9AM until Mass time at the above named Church Monday. Arrangements entrusted to FALGOUT FUNERAL HOMES, L.L.C. Raceland, LA. Information 985-537-5261. Times Picayune 11-20-2006 **************************************** 000674 Perret - Michael David Perret passed away on Monday, November 27, 2006 at the age of 45. Beloved son of Louis Daveny Perret III and the late Gloria Ripp Perret. Husband of the late Deana Lee Perret. Brother of Connie Perret Ernst and Kim Perret Wickboldt. Stepson of Patricia Perret. Brother-in-law of Loy Ernst Jr. and Alvin Wickboldt Sr. Uncle of Loy Ernst III, Elizabeth Ernst, Kathryn Ernst, Jessica Wickboldt and Alvin Wickboldt Jr. Mike was born in New Orleans, Louisiana and served for more than 15 years in the U.S. Navy and most recently was a civilian Marine with the U.S. Marine Corps Forces Reserve in New Orleans. He was most proud of his military commendations and achievements, especially being named Sailor of the Year in 1997. David, as he was known to his family, will forever be remembered for his colorful personality and truly warm heart. Maternal grandson of the late Victoria Scobel Ripp and Arthur J. Ripp. Paternal grandson of the late Daria D'Arensbourg Perret and Louis D. Perret Jr. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Greenwood Funeral Home Chapel, 5200 Canal Blvd. on Thursday November 30, 2006 at 8:00 PM. Visitation will be held on Thursday evening from 6:00 PM until service time. Interment will follow on Friday December 1, 2006 at 12:30 PM at Biloxi National Cemetery in Biloxi, Mississippi. Friends may send flowers, masses or donations to American Cancer Society, 2605 River Rd., New Orleans, LA. 70121. To view or sign the Family Guestbook please visit www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000675 Perrilliat - Roland J. Perrilliat, Sr., a retired deputy with the Jefferson Parish Sheriff Department, died on Tuesday, November 7, 2006 at River Region Hospice. Beloved husband of Wilma Bolds Perrilliat. Son of the late Eroyal N. and Viola Wiggins Perrilliat. Father of Sharon Drewes, Wilma Brooks, Kim Craft, Michelle, Roland, Jr., Byron, Anthony, Marvin and Dwayne Perrilliat. Brother of Evangeline Evans and the late Nathaniel Perrilliat. Also survived by 22 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. A member of the Masons, Wisdom Lodge #28 under the Jurisdiction of the Supreme Council. Also a member of the Fraternal Order of Police and a U.S. Air Force Veteran. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastors, officers and members of Grace United Methodist Church, Ephesus and Westbank United Seventh Day Adventist Churches, employees of Jefferson Parish Sheriff Office and Jefferson Parish School Board are invited to attend the Funeral service at DW Rhodes Funeral Home, 1020 Virgil St. on Monday, November 13, 2006 at 11:00 am. Visitation will begin at 9:00 am. Interment: Providence Memorial Park. Arrangements by DW Rhodes Funeral Home, Gretna, LA. Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000676 Perry - James Alton Perry, a retired newspaper columnist for The Times- Picayune, LLC died on November 1, 2006 at his home. Age 80, a resident of Baton Rouge, former longtime resident of Metairie. Survived by wife, Susan, two daughters Catherine Rosenfeld and husband Joey and Melissa Perry, brother, Troy J. Perry, and two grandchildren, Jake and Riley Rosenfeld. Visiting at Rabenhorst Funeral Home, 11000 Florida Boulevard, Baton Rouge on Friday, November 3, 2006 after 12:00 noon until religious services at 2:00 p.m. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000677 Pertuit - James Richard Pertuit, Jr. passed away at the age of 64 on Tuesday, November 28, 2006. Born on October 19, 1942, Jim was the son of Vera Elder and James Pertuit, now deceased. He was the loving husband of Rae Crane Pertuit and father of James (Jimbo) R. Pertuit, III and Jeanne Pertuit. He is also survived by three grandchildren, Emily Ann, Julia, and Sara; his sister Merilynn Metzger and her husband, George; and his daughter-in-law, Lisa. He was brother-in- law and good friend to Pat and Lee Mason and Ann and Price Crane. Jim was a graduate of Fortier High School and Tulane University and won many awards in the field of Public Relations and Advertising. His most recent award was the American Advertising Federation Silver Medal Award. He is a past president of the Art Directors Designers Association and a member of the Ad Club of New Orleans. Jim was the President and Founding member of MakeNewOrleansHome.com and was also a member of the Board of the Horizon Initiative, a non-profit planning group bringing New Orleans back. A mass will be held on Thursday, November 30 at 2:00 P.M. at St. Anselm's Church, 306 St. Mary St. on Hwy 21, Madisonville, LA. Visitation will be at 1:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to PAWS, Proponents of Animal Welfare at P.O. Box 1055, Pearl River, LA 70452. Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000678 Peters - Olga Stempler Peters on Thursday November 9, 2006 at 10:45 p.m. Beloved wife of the late Roy Thomas Peters. Sister of William Emil Stempler and the late Erna Johanna Stempler, Lena Margaret Stempler, Johanna Helena Stempler, John Richard Stempler Jr. and Ernest Frederick Stempler. Daughter of the late Erna Bottger and John Richard Stempler Sr. Sister-in-Law of the late Marion Frances Stempler. Also survived by nieces, nephews, Great nieces and nephews. Aged 97 years, a native and lifelong resident of New Orleans. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral services from Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home Chapel 4747 Veterans Blvd. Metairie on Saturday afternoon November 18, 2006 at 12:30 p.m. Interment in Garden of Memories Cemetery. Friends may visit from 10:30 a.m. until time of services. On line guest book available at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000679 Petitbon - John Ellis Petitbon passed away on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at the age of 75. Father of Desiree Petitbon, John B. Petitbon and Marianne Petitbon. Son of the late John B. Petitbon and Elise Cassreino Petitbon. Brother of Richard Petitbon. He is also survived by eight grandchildren. A Memorial Mass will be held at 11:00AM Tuesday, November 14, 2006 in Jesuit High School's Church Chapel of the North American Martyrs, 4133 Banks Street, NOLA. In memory of John Ellis Petitbon, please send donations to Jesuit High School Scholarship Fund, 4133 Banks St., New Orleans, LA 70119 or the Alzheimer's Association, 17th Floor Research Donations, 225 North Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60601. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com Times Picayune 11-14- 2006 **************************************** 000680 Petrie - Allen Jones Petrie, 75, a New Orleans, LA native, Korean War veteran and long-time Chicago resident died 16 November 2006. Survived by his wife of 37 years Dolores Thompson, also a New Orleans native and long-time Chicagoan. Son of the late Leonard Petrie and Vivian Jones. Brother of the late Abraham and Benjamin Anthony. Survivors include his sister Iretta Hayes, stepchildren Terrance, Anthony, Derek and Ren¨e Moore, five grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Former co-owner of Triple 'A' Cleaners, founded in New Orleans by his father. Retired from the Illinois Dept. of Transportation, and SCIU of Chicago. Funeral services Friday, 24 November 2006, 10 a.m., A.A. Rayner and Sons, 318 East 71st St., Chicago. Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, 27034 South Diagonal Rd., Elwood, IL. Times Picayune 11-25-2006 **************************************** 000681 Pierce - Geraldine Ragan Pierce After a long wonderful life, Geraldine Ragan Pierce, age 86, of Slidell, was called to heaven on November 7, 2006 from her home at 8:55pm, to be reunited with her precious son Greg F. Crafton. She was preceded in death by her mother and father Sue Johnson and Frank Ragan, respectively; her sister Evelyn McCarter of Michie TN; her brother H.E. Ragan of Corinth MS; and her beloved son, Greg Crafton of River Ridge LA. She is survived by a sister: Nadine Stover of Miami FL; her daughters Renee Turner Walgamotte of Slidell, Sue Talley of Lexington TN, and Sue Hines of Jacksonville TX. She is also survived by her many grandchildren: Mike Talley, Randy Talley, Susan Coates, Abbie Crafton Pruitt, Devin Crafton, Olivia Turner, Stone Walgamotte, and Madison Walgamotte; and numerous great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Mrs. Pierce had many dear friends, one of which was Kenneth Shields (her beloved sons companion) and a cherished longtime friend: Luna Mae Jeffries of Corinth MS. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Services at HONAKER FUNERAL HOME,1751 GAUSE Blvd. WEST (IN FOREST LAWN CEMETERY), Slidell, LA on Friday, November 10, 2006 at 11:00 A.M.Interment in FOREST LAWN CEMETERY.Visitation on Thursday evening from 6:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. and on Friday after 9:00 A.M. until funeral time. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000682 Pierce - Truda L. Pierce on Tuesday, November 7, 2006 of kidney failure at her resedence in Baton Rouge, LA. Daughter of the late Willie and Delories Francois. Loving mother of Rochelle Pierce, Ashley Myles, Robert and Reginald Pierce. Sister of Reginald and James Pierce. Grandmother of Vincent Leblanc, Oddesy Myles and Day'Zanay Pierce. Granddaughter of the late Joseph and Ethel Johnson. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Age 41. Relatives and friends; staff and employees of Desire Housing and Oddsey House are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Zion Hill B.C., 1126 N. Robertson St. on Monday, November 20, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. NO WAKE. Rev. Sidney Joshua, officiating. Church visitation Monday 9:00 a.m. till hour of service. Entombment Mt. Olivet Mausoleum and Cemetery. Professional Services entrusted to: Littlejohn's Funeral Home 2163 Aubry Street. Cal K. Johnson, Manager/Funeral Director Information: 940-0045 Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000683 Pierre - Anna Mae Pierre on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at her home in Luling, LA. Daughter of the late Joseph and Selina Banks Davis. Wife of Guilliam Pierre, Jr. Mother of Leotha Pollard, Louester Boyd, Guilliam Pierre III and Gregory Pierre. Brother of Edward and Norman Davis, the late Aldonia Turner, Louis, Clarence, Walter, Fred, Ernestine, Joseph and Evelyn Davis. Also survived by 9 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, 6 godchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Age 74 years. A native and resident of Luling, LA. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Bell Baptist Church and all neighoring churches are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Bell Baptist Church, 251 Easy Street, Luling, LA on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Rodney Johnson, officiating. Interment St. Mary Cemetery, Boutte, LA. Visitation at the above named church from 9:00 a.m. until service time. SERVICED BY ROBOTTOM Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000684 Pierre - James 'Penny Poppa' Pierre, a well-known photographer, entered into eternal rest at the golden age of 80 on Tuesday, November 7, 2006. Husband of the late Jeanetta B. Pierre. Father of Alberta P. Washington, Debbie P. Fleming, Constance P. Anderson, Brenda Clark, Demetrus Brunner, Ronald Clark and the late James Rush. Son the late Theodore R. Pierre and Evelina Fisher. Foster son of Josephine Costello. Brother of Elorise Dixon. Also survived by 10 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and and friends. A native of Algiers, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at All Saints Catholic Church, 1441 Teche Street, Algiers, LA. Visitation will begin at 8:00 a.m. Interment in Christian Social Cemetery, Gretna, LA. MURRAY HENDERSON FUNERAL HOME in charge. Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000685 Pinto - Christine Pinto, age 55, of Rockford, IL, died at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 7, 2006, in her home. Born July 19, 1951, in New Orleans, LA, the daughter of Antonio and Ernestine Marques. Graduated from Andrew Jackson High School in 1971. She married Manuel Pinto Jr., July 17, 1971, in New Orleans. Lived one year in Rockford, coming from New Orleans as a victim of Hurricane Katrina. Survived by husband, Manuel Jr.; children, Manuel Pinto III (fianc¨e, Luz Sosa) of New Orleans and Aimee Pinto Sanchez (fianc¨e, Stanford Etienne) of Rockford, formerly of New Orleans; grandchildren, Jordan Sanchez of Rockford, formerly of New Orleans, Caitlin, Nicolas and Kyra Pinto and Serena Methvin, all of New Orleans; mother-in-law, Yvonne Pinto of New Orleans; and her dog, Schnaupps. Family and friends are invited to the funeral service which will be at 10 a.m. Monday, Nov. 13, 2006, in Olson Funeral & Cremation Services, Ltd., Fred C. Olson Chapel, 1001 Second Ave., Rockford, with Pastor Steven Doyle of Calvary Christian Church officiating. Burial in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Sunday and from 9 to 9:45 a.m. Monday, in the funeral home. Memorials to the family. To share a memory or send a condolence, visit www.olsonfh.com. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000686 Pisano - Shirley Beecher (Bridget) Pisano, a homemaker, on Friday, November 17, 2006, at 7:36 am. Beloved wife of Frank P. Pisano. Daughter of the late Theodora Latour Beecher and Lawrence A. Beecher. Mother of Bridget Gilmore and John Wilkins. Mother-in-law of Terry Gilmore. Sister of Zoe Norman, Catherine Keller, Ronald, William and Michael Beecher and the late Mathilda Naccari and Lawrence Beecher, Jr. Daughter-in-law of Nicholas Pisano and the late Doris Pisano. Also survived by one granddaughter, Jaclyn Gilmore. Age 74 years. A native and lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Greenwood Funeral Home, (in Greenwood Cemetery), on Monday, November 20, 2006, at 1:00 pm. Interment in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. Friends may visit on Monday from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, Masses preferred. Please sign and view the Family Guestbook at www.lakelawnmetairie.com Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000687 Pitts - Anna Beasley Pitts on Thursday, November 2, 2006. Beloved mother of Katie P. Boudreaux and Cara P. Authement. Sister of James Beasley, Kenneth Beasley and Patricia Cantlin. Daughter of James Beasley and Frances Hadder Beasley. Grandmother of Jace Beasley and Gracie Beasley. Mother-in-law of Craig Boudreaux and Jacob Authement. Age 57 years. Relatives and friends of the family; also faculty, staff and students of Hahnville High School are invited to attend the Funeral Services from the Chapel of Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home Chapel, 4747 Veterans Blvd., Metairie, LA on Monday, November 6, 2006 at 12:30 p.m. Interment in Garden of Memories Cemetery. Visitation on Monday, November 6, 2006 from 9:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000688 Plaisance - Sybil Lorio Plaisance, beloved wife of the late Normal J. Plaisance, passed away on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at the age of 84. Daughter of the late Merrille J. and Alma Laurent Lorio. Step-daughter of the late Marilia Lorio. Sister of Alice L. Perez, Ophelia L. Knox, Nelda L. Mauduit, Mary Lee L. Ockman, Wallace Lorio, Harold Lorio and the late Nola L. Autin and Randolph Lorio. She is also survived and fondly remembered by a host of nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., NOLA on Wednesday, November 29th from 9:00AM 10:00AM. A Funeral Mass will begin at 10:00AM. Burial will follow in Lake Lawn Park Cemetery. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000689 Plicque - Joyce Carter Plicque a Walter L. Cohen Senior High School teacher for 31 years, dies at age 78 Joyce Carter Plicque, a retired New Orleans Public School teacher of 31 years, died Friday, November 10, 2006 at Kindred Hospital in New Orleans, LA. She was 78 years old. She graduated from Mc Donogh 35 High School in 1945, Xavier University in 1949 where she received a B.A. degree in French, Mathematics and English and a Master's in English and French in 1962 and was a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. She completed 30 hours of post masters courses at Loyola University of New Orleans and De Paul University of Chicago, Illinois. During her 31 years as a dedicated New Orleans Public School teacher at Walter L. Cohen Senior High School, She taught French, Mathematics, Algebra and mostly English. She was very strict with her teaching methodology and believed in the principles of discipline, yet she was a very popular teacher, known for her brilliant smile and a voice that radiated through the halls of Cohen High. She was also a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church where she was a very active volunteer in many of the activities, including serving as the church secretary for several years and singing in the choir. She was the daughter of the late William H. Carter, Jr. and Augustine Gonzales Carter. Granddaughter of Odile Carter Cannon and Robert Cannon. Wife of Jacob Alexander Plicque, Sr. Mother of Jacob Alexander Plicque, Jr. of Jacksonville, Florida and Ann Marie Plicque of New Orleans, LA. Mother-in-law of Juanita Davis Plicque and Robert Kenny. Sister of Dr. Jean Carter McBride of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and the late William Henry Carter III. Sister- in-law of Marie Plicque Domingue and Bervis McBride II. Grandmother of Alexander Kenny, Jacob Alexander III, Joshua, Joseph and Alexis Joy Plicque. Aunt of Hilarion Domingue, Dr. Naydja Domingue Bynum, John Adam Domingue, Jr., Neil Domingue, Tina McBride Gaskins, Carter McBride and Dr. Bervis B. McBride III. Survived by a host of great-nieces and -nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; members of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church; faculty and almuni of Walter L. Cohen High School, Xavier and Loyola Universities; and employees of Kindred and Touro Hospitals are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, located at 5018 Constance St., New Orleans, LA 70115 on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. Fr. Howard Byrd, officiating. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. The rosary will be said prior to the Mass. Interment: Carrollton Cemetery on Hickory Street. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Blessed Sacrament Church or Xavier University. Arrangements by D.W. RHODES FUNERAL HOME, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna, LA. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000690 Pomes - Ingrid Pomes, 48 of Aubrey, formerly of New Orleans, died Tuesday, November 7, 2006 in Aubrey. She was born on August 26, 1958 in New Orleans to Walter and Emma Anderson Dielenschneider. No services are scheduled at this time. She is survived by her mother of Aubrey, one daughter Christine Borrello of Frisco. One sister, Lillian Denise Eisenmann of Frisco and Dennis Dielenschneider of Krugerville. She is also survived by one grandson. Services are under the direction of Slay Memorial Funeral Center, Aubrey, TX. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000691 Poole - Robert Grady Poole on Friday November 24, 2006 at 8:07 P.M.Beloved husband of Elizabeth Poole after 60 years of marriage.Father of Betsy Dyer, Robert Poole Jr. and Barbara Smith.Also survived by 10 grandchildren and 5 great- grandchildren.Mr. Poole was a WWII Army Air Force Veteran as a P-51 Pilot serving in Iwo Jima, a Member of V.F.W. Post #6640 and City Park Mens Golf Club, A Graduate of University of Alabama and a retired Sales Person with Goody's Headache Powder Co.Aged 82 years, a native of Columbus, Georgia and a resident of Metairie, La. for the past 48 years. Services will be held at St. Martin's Episcopal Church at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, December 2, 2006. Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000692 Preble - Warren G. Preble died on Friday, November 10, 2006 at his home in Abita Springs, La. He was born September 6, 1917 in Topeka, KS to the late Claude R. and Elizabeth Gardner Preble and was a resident of St. Bernard and St. Tammany Parishes. He is the beloved husband of Marie Louise Preble; loving father of Warren R. and John F. Preble; father-in-law of Lillian Orta and the late Ann O' Brien. Two grandsons, Andrew and William Preble, also survive him. A graduate of Tulane University, Mr. Preble was a Mathematician for the Corps of Engineers. He organized the St. Bernard Chess Club and Stamp Club; and was instrumental in organizing the St. Bernard Public Library and the Carolyn Park Presbyterian Church. He was the recipient of numerous civic awards. Mr. Preble served as the first President of the St. Bernard Council on Aging and was President of the St. Bernard and St. Tammany Associations of Retired Federal Employees. He was most recently a member of Faith Presbyterian Church in Covington. Relatives and friends are invited to attend Memorial Services on Monday, November 13, 2006 at 10:00 AM from the Chapel at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home Inc., 2260 W. 21st Ave., Covington, LA 70433. Visitation will begin Monday at 9:30 AM. Interment will follow Services at the Abita Springs City Cemetery. Sign our guestbook on-line at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000693 Provetere - Coach Rudolph Provetere Sr. passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2006 at the age of 73. Companion of Frances Godwin. Loving father of Peggy Provetere, Susie Provetere, Debbie Becnel, Cheryl Buras, Rudolph Provetere Jr., and the late Julie Sagona. Grandfather of Holly, Sarah, Brian, Dustin, Dawn, Tessa, Rene, Ashley, Kasey, Fallyn, Michelle, Megan, Demi, Joshua, Brandi and Zachary. Great-grandfather of Damien, Hunter, Duckie, Daisy, Sue, Gaige, Cierra, Blane, Cody, Ellissa and Christian. He will also be sadly missed by Dawn Labacie, Bambi Shamah, Scott Godwin and Kristi DelValle. Services were private. GREENWOOD FUNERAL HOME in charge of arrangements. To view or sign the Family Guestbook please visit www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000694 Pryer - Doretha 'Nookie' Pryer was born on July 1, 1944 in New Orleans, LA to the late Rayfield Pryer Sr. and the late Leola Pryer. She was called home on November 21, 2006 at Houston Northwest Hospital in Houston, Texas. She was preceded in death by four sisters Rosa Lee Wright, Dorothy Hicks, Detta Gary, and Gloria Summers-Stone, and two brothers Riley Whitney, and Rayfield Pryer, Jr. Nookie, as she was affectionately called, was a Christian woman who dedicated her whole life to taking care of her children as well as others. She lived a wonderful life. She was a woman who loved her family dearly. She loved nothing more than spending time with them. She leaves behind to cherish her memory six loving sons, Lynnroy Sr., John, Shawn de Ville, Andrew, Bryant, and Joseph Pryer, two brothers James Pryer, Sr. and Thomas Pryer, one sister-in-law Joyce Pryer, one daughter-in- law Valerie Pryer, nine grand children Lynnroy Jr, Vernon, and Christopher Pryer, LaVour and Stephanie Dancy, Torey Sippio-James and Albert James, Jr., Terri Sippio, and Melvin Rothschild, three great grandchildren Kayla A. M. Pryer, Fontelle Jolly, and Chantel Dancy, and a host of devoted nieces, nephews, family and friends. She will be forever loved and greatly missed by all who knew her.Mrs. Pryer was a New Orleans native and member of Franklin Avenue Baptist Church. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service from the Jefferson home of Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd. at 43rd St., Metairie, on Friday, December 1, 2006 at 10:00 AM. Visitation on Friday from 8:00 AM until service time. Interment in Providence Memorial Park. Information: (504) 835-2341. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000695 Puccio - Marie Graffagnino Puccio passed away last week at her home in St. Louis, Missouri after a brief illness. She was 88 years old. She was the widow of noted New Orleans wood carver and furniture maker Vero B. Puccio. She is survived by her daughters, Jeanne Blumenthal of St. Louis, Missouri and Sandra Barsczeski of East Moriches, New York. She also leaves grandchildren, Brad Schiff of Portland, Oregon and Hali Durham of St. Louis. She was interred with her husband in St. Louis. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000696 Pugh - John Larry Pugh, a retired roofer, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at age 54. Son of the late Elnora and Kenneth Pugh, Sr. Survived by longtime companion, Lillie Williams. Son-in-law of Virginia and Edro Williams, Sr. Father of John II, Patricia, Tanisha, Corey and Shantell Pugh; also India, Joan and Catina Williams; and 13 grandchildren. Stepfather of Kimberly Renata and Ashley Williams; and 4 step-grandchildren. Brother of Barbara Williams, Kenneth Jr., Ronald, Andrew and Danny Pugh; 3 sisters-in-law: Denise, Melissa, Gloria and Celise Pugh. Preceded in death by Glenn and Jeffrey Pugh. Funeral Service will be held Saturday, November 11, 2006 at St. James Baptist Church, 266 Vourhies Lane, Moreauville, LA at 11:00 a.m. Interment Church Cemetery. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000697 Pugh - Patricia O'Sullivan Pugh, of Lexington, KY, widow of Robert Nicholls Pugh, died unexpectedly while on vacation with her daughter in California. She was born in New Orleans, LA, December 29, 1930. Daughter of the late Joseph and Mildred Holmes O'Sullivan. She was educated at Sophie Newcomb College and a member of Kappa Alpha Theta Sorority. She was a flight attendant for Delta Airlines, flying a rotation from New Orleans to Havana, Cuba, Montego Bay, Jamaica and Carracas, Venezuela. She is survived by a daughter, Cynthia Holmes Pugh and was preceded in death by a son, Robert Nicholls Pugh, Jr. and a brother, Joseph O'Sullivan, Jr. She volunteered for God's Pantry, was an ambassador for the Lexington Convention and Visitor's Bureau, and a member of Lexington Cotillion. She bequeathed her body to the University of Kentucky Medical Center for the advancement of medical science and education. A Memorial Service will be held at 4:30 p.m., Monday at Kerr Brothers Funeral Home, Main St., Lexington, KY by Dr. John Madden. Visitation will be at 3:30 p.m. until the time of services. Memorials may be made to God's Pantry Food Bank, 1685 Jaggie Fox Way, Lexington, KY 40511 and the Arboretum, 500 Alumni Drive, Lexington, KY 40503. Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000698 Pullet - William 'Buddy' Pullet, a retired longshoreman, passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2006, at the age of 68. He was a native of Woodville, MS and a lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA. He was preceded in death by his parents, Spencer Jr. and Jane S. McQuarter Pullet, brother Jerry D. Pullet, daughter, Tanya Smith, father-in-law Joseph Randolph, and nephew Larry Lewis. He is survived by his devoted wife of 45 years, Doris Randolph Pullet, daughter Savanah P. Temple, son-in-law Shaun Temple, granddaughter Shavonne Temple, and Godson Reginald Thompson. He is also survived by seven sisters: Doretha P. Wilson of New Orleans, Rosie Bell P. Hunter (David) of Woodville, MS, Ardell P. Scott (John Henry), Marner P. Lewis, Leola P. May (Iowa) all of Baton Rouge, LA, Sophia P. Hayesof Zachary, LA and Mary P. Thompson of Houston, TX, a brother, Isaiah Pullet (Rether) of Baton Rouge, LA and mother-in-law Climie Randolph of Prentiss, MS. He will be sadly missedbut joyously remembered by all who knew and loved him. Relativesand friends are invited to Corinthian Missionary Baptist Church #2, 2601 Jackson Avenue, New Orleans, LA on Friday, November 17, 2006.Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. and Funeral Serviceswill follow, officiated by Dr. Rev. Sam J. Johnson. Interment at Mt. Olive Cemetery, Woodville, MS on Saturday, November 18, 2006at 11:00 A.M. Professional services entrusted to DENNIS MORTUARY, 1812 Louisiana Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70115, (504) 899-8252. Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000699 Querbes - Louise R. Querbes passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 . Visitation will be held at Osborn Funeral Home on Friday, November 24, 2006 from 6 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Graveside services will begin at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at Forest Park Cemetery . A Memorial service will follow at 10:30 a.m. in the chapel of Osborn Funeral Home with Msgr. Carson LaCaze officiating. Mrs. Querbes was a native of Dallas , Texas and a lifelong resident Shreveport . She was a graduate of L.S.U. where she was a cheerleader and member of Kappa Kappa Gamma Soroity. She served on the board of The Spring Street Museum and was a member of the Jr. League of Shreveport and the Colonial Dames of America. Mrs. Querbes especially enjoyed her forty year association with El Mundo, her stock syndicate and her weekly bridge group. Miss Lou was the epitome of a southern lady who was always beautifully dressed and had a warm smile and kind word for everyone. She was a positive influence on all that knew her and will be greatly missed. Mrs. Querbes was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Justin R. Querbes, Jr. on October 23, 2006; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Robinson; her sister, Ruth Robinson Marshall; and son-in-law, Robert Blewett. She is survived by her three children and their spouses, Jan and Jay Querbes, Dianne and Clay Querbes, and Katherine Querbes Blewett; her brother, C. W. Robinson, Jr.; her eight grandchildren, Robert Andrew Shavin, Steven Philip Shavin, Marjorie Querbes Briley, Elizabeth Querbes Sammons, Jennifer Robinson Querbes, Justin Querbes Blewett, Nellwyn Winston Blewett and Carolyn Louise Querbes; four great-grandchildren Katherine Ann Andreeff, Louise Querbes Andreeff, Andrew Robinson Briley and Stewart James Briley; and numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, the Querbes family has requested that friends honor the memory of Louise Querbes through gifts to Southfield School , 1100 Southfield Road , Shreveport , Louisiana 71106 , Christus Schumpert Hospital Foundation or Hospice, One St. Mary Place , Shreveport , Louisiana 71101. Mrs. Querbes was fortunate to be surrounded by nurturing and loving caregivers: Angela Allen, Alice Goins, Laura Green, Christine Houston, Ellen Bartell and Christus Schumpert Hospice and the family is grateful for their support. OSBORNFUNERALHOME.NET, 318-865-8426. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000700 Ranatza - Rene' Raymon 'Tres' Ranatza III, a student at Walker Junior High School in Walker, La., was entrusted to God's loving care Saturday, November 4, 2006 at his home in Walker. He was 13 and a native of Livingston, La. Survivors include his mother, Brandi Businell Ranatza of Walker; adoptive father Bruce Hebert of Pierre Part, La; adoptive sister Krista Hebert of Pierre Part; maternal grandmother Lynda Johnson Businelle of Livingston, La.; paternal grandparents Rene Ranatza, Sr. and Shirley Faucheux Ranatza of Slidell; aunts and uncles Denise and Bert Gibson of Livingston, La.; Nicole Businelle of Lufkin, Texas; Cindy and David Failla of Picayune, Miss.; Ann and Alton Hebert of Metairie, La; Carolyn 'Cissy' and Mark Atzenhoffer of Houma, La.; Wnedy and Glen Graves of Picayune, Miss. and Renelle Maloz and Robert Combel; and adoptive grandparents Lois and Aldwyn Hebert of Pierre Part, La. Also survived by numerous cousins, aunts, uncles and friends. Tres was preceded in death by his father Rene' Raymon Ranatza, Jr. and maternal grandfather James Anthony Businelle. Tres enjoyed his hobbies, which included guitar, skateboarding, fishing, hunting, baseball, football and video games. He often enjoyed playing practical jokes. He was known for his loving, sensitive and kind traits. Tres loved everyone around him. He enjoyed laughter and wanted to be completely surrounded by happy people and happiness. Visitation began at Ourso Funeral Home in Pierre Part on Monday, November 6, 2006 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and continues on Tuesday, November 8, 2006 from 8:00 a.m. until Christian services at 11:00 a.m. with the Rev. Darren Carpenter officiating. Interment in Belle River Baptist Cemetery. Times Picayune 11-7-2006 **************************************** 000701 Randall - Isabell Nancy (Nicie) Sellers Mc Donald Randall on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 8:50 p.m. departed this life at Austin Care Nursing Center in Austin, TX at the age of 94. Devoted wife of the late Thomas J. McDonald and later the late Lawerence P. Randall. Beloved mother of Pearlie Mae McDonald Dales and Mary Frances McDonald Toomer. Mother-in-law of Isaac Dales, Sr. and estranged son- in-law, Charles Toomer. Also survived by 7 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, 13 great-great-grandchildren, a host of other relatives and friends. A Funeral Mass will be held Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at St. Peter Claver Catolic Church, 1923 St. Philip St., NOLA 70116 at 10:00 a.m. Visitation 9:00 a.m. at the Church. Interment St. Roch Cemetery. Services entrusted to LOUISIANA UNDERTAKING CO., INC. 1449 N. Claiborne Ave., NOLA 70116 Information: (504) 945-2145 Jeffery K. Jenkins/Renard A. Boissiere Directors Times Picayune 11-21-2006 **************************************** 000702 Rando - Ronald Rando, in Pineville, LA, on Tuesday, November 28, 2006. Beloved son of Mary Rando and the late Anthony Rando. Brother of Sharon Rodrigue, Linda O'Connor and the late Joseph Rando. Brother-in-law of Clifton Rodrigue and William O'Connor. Mr. Rando was a resident of Pinecrest Development Center for 50 years. Relatives and friends of the family, also employees of Pinecrest Developmental Center, Glazers Co. of Louisiana and Rapides Hospital are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from the Jefferson Home of Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, LA on Friday, December 1, 2006 at 1:30 p.m. Interment in St. Patrick #1 Cemetery. Visitation on Friday, December 1, 2006 from 10:00 a.m. until Mass time at 1:30 p.m. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000703 Ransom - Eric Keith Ransom, age 13 years, entered into eternal rest at Tulane Medical Center on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at 2:17 AM. Beloved son of Eric Gilmore and stepmother Kim Walker, and the late Calvishia Christina Ransom. Eric's loving family includes maternal grandparents, Calvin and Kim Stewart and the late Verina 'Theresa' Ransom; his paternal grandparents, Tommy Sims and Linda Gilmore; foster mother-godmother Evada Primus; brother Raheem Harrison. He is the nephew of Nikia Ransom Cooper, Chanel Ransom Bennett, Sundria Stewart, Elmiko Tillery, Garland Bennett, Byshion Stewart and the late Crystal Gilmore. Also survived by cousins (like brothers and sisters) Samuel Lee Arnaud, Jr., Tyranika 'Tonka' Primus, Destiny 'Dezzie' Bennett, Anthony Harris Reed, Jr., and Christian 'Peanut' Cooper. He is great nephew of Frederica 'Nanny' Smith and Charles Smith and his devoted cousins and supporters Frances Smith, Rex Ramson, and Leroy Mason; his doctor for life, Dr. Maggie Silio and nurse Spring Ross. Eric has touched the lives of many. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastor, Officers and Members of Morris Brown AME Church and neighboring churches, employees of Stewart's Diner, friends at Laura Elementary, James Singleton YMCA, Inspiration House care providers, Tulane Medical Center, Serenity Hospice, Pollard Trucking and Boh Brothers are invited to attend the Home Going Service on Friday, November 10, 2006 at 12:00 Noon from the Jefferson home of Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 North Causeway Boulevard at 43rd Street, Metairie. Visitation from 10:00 AM until 12 Noon. Interment in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Information: (504) 835-2341. Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000704 Rapp - Laura Pizzolato Rapp died the morning of Friday, November 10th, 2006. She was 87, born August 5th 1919. She is survived by her sister, Mary Ann P. Rogers; and brother and sister-in-law Anthony and Monica Pizzolato. Also, survived by beloved nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her son, Eric Rapp; sisters: Mary P. Lara and Josie P. Ploger; brothers: John and Joseph Pizzolato; mother and father: Nicolena and Onofrio 'Tony' Pizzolato. Parishioner of St. Louis Cathedral and life long resident of the Faubourg Marigny area of New Orleans, Laura retired in 1982 from Bell South after 30 years of service. She was a member of the Elenian Club and Telephone Pioneers of America. Relatives and friends of the family are invited for visitation to be held at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd on Monday, November 13 th, 2006 at 10:00 followed by a Funeral Mass at 12:00 noon, celebrated by Father Bob Masset. Interment will follow at Lake Lawn Mausoleum. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000705 Rauch - Ethel Elois Johnson Rauch, age 71 years died Saturday, November 25, 2006 at her Jefferson residence. Beloved wife of Laurence 'Mike' Rauch. Mother of John Rodney Rauch, Stacey R. Lark and Georgi R. LeBlanc-Lotz. Mother-in-law of Donna Rauch, Bill Lark and Gary Lotz. Daughter of the late Avin C. Johnson and Georgiana Walle Johnson. Sister of the late Dorothy Gunter Woodard. Also survived by her 5 grandchildren, Bryan Rauch, Jennifer and Ashleigh Lark, Calli LeBlanc, MaryEllen Lotz and her loyal canine friend 'Chloe', and many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services from the Jefferson home of Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd. at 43rd St., Metairie, on Friday, December 1, 2006 at 9:00 PM. Visitation on Friday from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Private interment in Lakelawn Park Mausoleum. In lieu of the usual remembrances, masses are preferred. Information: (504) 835-2341. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000706 Ray - Mary Bourgeois Ray on Sunday, November 12, 2006 at Ochsner Foundation Hospital. Widow of John D. Ray. Mother of Rene Ray, Sr. (Karla). Grandmother of Rene Jr. and Karlene. Daughter of the late Mathilda and Isreal Bourgeois, Sr. Sister of Isreal Jr., Edward (Vian), Oscar, Clifford (Alice) and Joel Bourgeois, Everlyn Hughes, Rosemary McKnight (Paul), Alice Singleton, Pearl Stewart (Jessie), Charlene Bush, the late Roland Bourgeois and Shirley Cole. Niece of Furonia Burns. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of First Mount Calvary, Ebenezer and First New Zion Bapitst Churches are invited to attend the Funeral Service on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. from First Mount Calvary Baptist Church, 2919 Sixth Street. Dr. Uyless D. Landry, Sr., Pastor, officiating. Interment Providence Park Cemetery. Visitation from 9:00 a.m. until service time. Arrangements by MAGEE FUNERAL HOME. Rev. David M. Patin, Sr. and Gwiena Magee Patin, Directors. ' Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000707 Redmond - Howard Redmond, Sr., a retired employee of the Corps of Engineers, on Friday, October 27, 2006 at Convenant Nursing Home. Beloved wife of Lucille T. Redmond. Loving father of Howard Redmond, Jr., Earl (Clarice) Porter, James (Patrice) Redmond, Mary Williams and the late Betty Redmond. Son of the late Elsie and Eddie Redmond. Brother of Edward (Roszenne) and Rousell (Ruby) Redmond. Grandfather of Earl, Crystal and Matthew Porter, John, Jason and Andrea Shepherd DeNikia and Juan Redmond, Ashton Alexis and Latrice Woods. He was preceded in death by 4 sisters and 2 brothers. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Age 83. Relatives and friends, pastors, officers and members of Little Mt. Olive B.C. and all neighboring churches, employees of RTA, Martin Marietta and Norfolk Southern Railroad are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Little Mt. Olive B.C., 3709 General Taylor St. on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. NO WAKE. Rev. Jessie Mullins, officiating. Church Visitation Thursday 8:30 a.m. till hour of services. Interment Providence Cemetery with Military Honors. Professional services entrusted to LITTLEJOHN FUNERAL HOME 2163 Aubry Street Cal K. Johnson, Manager- Funeral Director Info: 504-940-0045 Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000708 Reed - Brother Reginald Garner Reed was born on October 28, 1958 to Dorothy Lee Reed and Laverne Austin Garner in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana. He was called home to glory on November 9, 2006. Brother Reed was educated in the Orleans Parish School system, a graduate of McDonogh 35 High School, he attended the University of New Orleans. Reginald was licensed in refrigeration repair and worked as a machine technician for Coca-Cola. Bro. Reed was baptized at the age of twelve at St. Matthew Missionary Baptist Church on Conti Street under the guidance of Rev. Edward Brown Bro. Reed leaves to cherish his memories, his beloved mother Dorothy Lee Reed, father Laverne Austin Garner, grandmother Bessie Mae Ramsey, two daughters Nicole Reed and Nikesha Reed, his companion of numerous years, Cassandra Butler, her two sons, Chris Butler and Van Butler, his former wife Rebecca Gabriel and her mother Barbara Nelson, one loving granddaughter, Nyla Barnes; five sisters Patricia Coles, Barbara Spriggins, Denise Reed, Terrie Reed, Kim Bell, two brothers Brian Reed and Jonathan Reed; brothers-in-law John Coles and Burnell Bell, Jr.; sister-in-law Charlene Reed and a host of nieces and nephews who loved 'Uncle Reg' dearly; aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives and friends. Relatives and friend are all invited to attend the funeral services on Friday, Nov. 17, 2006 at Marine B.C. 3034 Andover St. at 10:00am. Visitation will be at 9:00am. Interment in Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Majestic Mortuary in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000709 Reeder - Paul Edward Reeder, age 22 years, passed away on Wednesday, November 29, 2006 as a result of an automobile accident in Jefferson, LA. Paul is the beloved son of Mrs. Jody H. Reeder and Mr. John 'Ed' Reeder. Brother of Scott Dillard, Jenny Savoie and Deborah Savoie. Grandson of John R. and Virginia R. Reeder of Raytown, MO and the late Dorothy and Francis Hecker. Uncle of Rebecca. Paul is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Paul was a graduate of the 2002 class at Rummel High School. He also attended the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. He was employed with Sheetmetal Supply and also Zea's Restaurant in Metairie, LA. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral mass at St. Agnes Catholic Church, 3310 Jefferson Hwy. Jefferson, LA on Saturday, December 2, 2006 at 11:00am. Visitation will be at church from 9:00am until 11:00am. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-30- 2006 **************************************** 000710 Reese - Gail Marie Reese (Queen Skeeter) born September 7, 1960, passed away on Wednesday, October 25, 2006 in McDonough, GA. She was 46. Mother of the late Twanna Keyan Reese. She is survived by her parents: Ms. Gwendolyn M. Reese and Mr. Windell Martin; her brother, Mr. Gregory M. Reese, Sr.; aunts: Ms. Ruby M. Washington and Ms. Irma L. Washington of Chicago, IL; a great-uncle, Rev. Louis (Betty) Ernest, Sr., a nephew, Gregory M. Reese, Jr.; godchildren: John Carter, Tyshara Washington and Wilber Robertson; and a host of loving cousins and dear friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Payne Memorial AME Church, St. Peter AME Church, Greater St. Stephens F.G.B.C., Little Zion #3 Baptist Church and all neighboring churches; as well as Elector Grand Chapter and St. Andrew Lodge are invited to attend the Wake at Payne Memorial AME Church, 3301 S. Liberty St., N.O., LA 70115 on Friday, November 3, 2006 at 8:00 p.m. Visitation 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Dismissal Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. Interment: Providence Memorial Park, Metairie, LA. Arrangements by D.W. RHODES FUNERAL HOME, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna, LA. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000711 Reese - Gail Marie Reese died on Wednesday, October 25, 2006. A Dismissal will be held Saturday, November 4, 2006 - 11:00 a.m. from Payne Memorial AME Church. Arrangements by D.W. RHODES FUNERAL HOME, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna, LA 70053. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000712 Regan - Beverly Molero Regan passed away on Sunday, October 15, 2006 at 8:55 p.m. Age 64 years. Beloved wife of Ronald A. Regan. Loving mother of Rhonda R. Regan and Rafe R. Regan. Grandmother of Nicholas Guarino, Christian Guarino, Brandy Regan and Jessica Regan. Sister of Charles Molero and Ervin Molero Jr. She is also survived by nieces, nephews and friends. Mrs. Regan was a native of New Orleans and a resident of St Bernard for 50 years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Mass at Our Lady of Prompt Succor, 2320 Paris Rd., Chalmette, on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at 10:00 AM. Greenwood Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. To view or sign the Family Guestbook please visit www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 11-6-2006 **************************************** 000713 Reid - Anna M. Reid on Saturday, November 11, 2006. Beloved wife of the late Ralph T. Reid. Mother of Laura R. Liles, of New Mexico and Linda R. Gold, of New York. Grandmother of Daniel T. Liles, of Dallas, TX and Stella J. Gold, of New York. Daughter of the late Richard Joseph McCloskey and Imelda Catherine McCloskey. Sister of Naomi Paquette and the late Helen Imelda Kaylor, Vivian Marie Provost, Anna Loretta McCloskey, Rhea McCloskey, and Richard Roch McCloskey. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. She was a member of Kappa Delta Phi, a national education honorary and a graduate of Dominican College, and Tulane University. Mrs. Reid was a native of New Orleans and a resident of Metairie since 1952. Family and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Mass at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home 4747 Veterans Blvd. Metairie, LA on Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at 11:00 am. Visitation will be from 9:00 am until 11:00 am. Inturnment will be in Garden of Memories Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Tulane University Rebuilding Fund, Tulane University, Office of Development, 3439 Prytania St. New Orleans, LA 70115 preferred. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000714 Reinhardt - Mary Elizabeth 'Betty' Post Reinhardt on Wednesday, November 15, 2006, age 84 years. Beloved wife of the late Leo G. Reinhardt, devoted mother of Janet R. Gerace, Jean E. Reinhardt, Joan R. Guillory, and Robin R. Nuccio. Loving grandmother of Scott Gerace, Jennifer Gerace, Jeffrey Nuccio and Kristen Nuccio. Sister of Lucile P. Whiting. Daughter of the late Capt. Harry and Sabena Post. Also survived by her extended family. She was born in New Orleans, LA and was a resident of Metairie, LA for the past 62 years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Services at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at 12:00 noon. Inurnment will follow in Metairie Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 noon. In lieu of flowers, donations preferred to the American Cancer Society. Times Picayune 11-21-2006 **************************************** 000715 Remondet - Agnes Vicknair Remondet, on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at 4:50 AM. Beloved wife of Cleven Remondet, Sr. Mother and mother-in law of: Charlene & Brent Roussel, Cleven, Jr. and Ann Remondet, Tim (Bimbo) and Julia Remondet and Peter and Marlene Remondet. Also survived by a number of grandchildren and a number of great-grandchildren. Daughter of the late Trezma and Eva Vicknair. Sister of Julia Bourg, Mary Duhe, Leslie Vicknair and the late Marion Klibert and Eva (Tuttie) Allen. Age 80. A native and resident of Reserve, LA. Relatives and friends of the family, also members of The Ladies Altar Society and St. Peter Church Council, are invited to attend services. Visitation at St. Peter Catholic Church, Reserve, LA. on Friday, November 10, from 9 AM until 11 AM. Followed by religious services at the church at 11 AM. Burial in Church Cemetery. Arrangements by Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, Laplace. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000716 Reynolds - Marjorie Johnston Reynolds, born August 19, 1916, passed away on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at East Jefferson General Hospital in Metairie, LA at the age of 90. Mrs. Reynolds is the beloved wife of the late Frank S. Reynolds. Mother of Constance M. Trainor and husband Gilbert, Kenneth Mariano and wife Frances and the late Stephen Mariano. Daughter of the late Allen Johnston, Sr. and Mary Jumonville Johnston. Sister of the late Allen Johnston, Jr., Audrey Heuer and Archie Johnston. Mrs. Reynolds is also survived by 11 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren, 4 great great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral services at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Thursday, November 16, 2006 at 10:00am. Visitation will be from 8:00am until 10:00am. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-15-2006 **************************************** 000717 Richard - Doris Mae Weber Richard departed this life at her residence on Friday, October 27, 2006. Wife of the late Vernon S. Richard, Sr. Mother of Vernon S. Richard, Jr., Renelda M. Varnado, Sheree R. Pinkins. Daughter of the late William Richardson Weber and Alberta Holmes Weber. Sister of Henry Weber, Dr. John Donald Weber of Washington, D.C., Joseph Ronald Weber of Rochester, N.Y., and Gloria Armand. Also survived by 10 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, 7 sisters in law, 2 brothers-in-law and a host of other relatives and friends. Age 75 years. A native of Vacherie, La. and a resident of Marrero, La. for 52 years. Relatives and friends of the family; also priest and parishioners of St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, Progressive B.C. and neighboring churches are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, 455 Ames Blvd., Marrero, La. on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 11:00a.m. Father Paul G. McQuillen SSE, Celebrant. Visitation begins at 9:00a.m. Recitation of the Rosary at 9:45a.m. and a Celebration of Life at 10:30a.m. Interment: Restlawn Cemetery, Avondale, La. Arrangements by DAVIS MORTUARY SERVICES 230 Monroe St., Gretna, LA Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000718 Richards - Linda Raynell Richards on Friday, November 17, 2006 at University Hospital. Age 47. Daughter of Boyzie 'Shady' Hayes and the late Ruby Lee Richards Hayes. Mother of Willie (Yolanda) Richards, Sr. Grandmother of Willie Jr., Zaria and Cameron Richards. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the Richards family; also Omni Royal Orleans, Bienville House and the Sheridan (College Station, TX) are invited to attend Funeral Services on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at Louisiana Undertaking Company, 1449 N. Claiborne Avenue, New Orleans, LA at 10:00 a.m. Visitation at 9:00 a.m. Interment in Providence Memorial Park and Mausoleum, Metairie, LA. Services entrusted to LOUISIANA UNDERTAKING CO., INC. 1449 N. Claiborne Ave., NOLA 70116 Information: (504) 945-2145 Jeffery K. Jenkins/Renard A. Boissiere Directors Times Picayune 11-23-2006 **************************************** 000719 Richardson - Marilyn Spellman Frank Richardson passed away in Conway , South Carolina on Thursday, November 16, 2006. Beloved wife of Daniel W. Richardson, Jr. and the late John B. Frank, Jr. Loving mother of David M., Donald J., and Robert J. Frank. Mother-in-law of Paula Dominick Frank and Gina Culotta Frank. Stepmother of Daniel T. Richardson, Deborah R. Griffin, James L. Richardson, Scott W. Richardson, and Sean P. Richardson. Grandmother of John B. II, Christopher M., Matthew J., and Dominick M. Frank. Sister of Carolyn S. Sokol and the late Euhle M. Spellman. Daughter of the late Theodore M. Spellman and the late Amy LeBlanc Spellman. Age 75 years and a lifelong resident of Algiers , LA. Marilyn was a retired civilian employee of the U. S. Department of Navy for over 30 years. Relatives and Friends of the Family, also employees of J. W. Marriott, Point Eight Power, the U. S. Coast Guard, and Tallulah's Hair Salon are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Andrew the Apostle Church , 3101 Eton Street , New Orleans , LA on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at 11:00 AM. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery , Gretna , LA. Parlors will be open on Tuesday evening at Mothe Funeral Home, 1300 Vallette St., Algiers, LA from 6:00 PM until 10:00 PM. Visitation at the church will be Wednesday morning from 9:00 AM until Funeral Time. Times Picayune 11-20-2006 **************************************** 000720 Riecke - Richard 'Dick' Noel Riecke passed away on Sunday, November 5, 2006 at the age of 73. Beloved husband of the late Mary Anne Hill Riecke. Father of Brian Riecke, Elizabeth Macklin, Laura Bayer, Linda Kraenzle, Patricia Morrow and Michael Riecke. Son of the late Louis G. Riecke and Cleo Noel Riecke. Brother of Louis G. Riecke Jr., Cleo Velleman and the late Laurent Riecke. Grandfather of 12 beautiful grandchildren. Richard was a graduate of Jesuit High School and Louisiana State University. A retired Air Force helicopter pilot, Lt. Col. Richard Riecke served in Vietnam, where he received a Distinguished Flying Cross while performing search and rescue missions. Later he served as one of President Lyndon Johnson's pilots. After retiring from the Air Force, Dick served in the family business, Tulane Hardwood Company. Richard was a long time member of the New Orleans YMBC. He was a driving force behind The Times Picayune Doll and Toy Fund, helping each year with the purchase and distribution of the toys. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus for over 42 years. He held many offices within the organization, was twice honored as Knight of the Year and is past Grand Knight of St. John's Council 10176 in Folsom, LA. He was also a 4th degree member of Abbot Paul Assembly 334. He spent countless hours doing service work at the St. Joseph Abbey in Covington, LA and St. John Baptist church in Folsom, LA. He was also an avid golfer. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation to be held at St. Dominic Church, 775 Harrison Ave., NOLA on Thursday, November 9th from 11:00AM to 1:00PM. A Funeral Mass will begin at 1:00PM. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, please consider a charitable donation to the St. Dominic Rebuilding Fund at 775 Harrison Ave., NOLA 70124. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-8-2006 **************************************** 000721 Riedlinger - Dorothy Lamkin Anderson Riedlinger, born November 6, 1929, died Tuesday, November 14, 2006. Beloved wife of the late Walter Lee Riedlinger. Beloved mother of Lancelot Mathias Ridelinger, Randy Paul Riedlinger, the late Walter Lee Riedlinger, Jr. (Buddy), Gary Wayne Ridelinger and Dorothea Louise Riedlinger. Daughter of the late Lancelot Edward Anderson and Mary Anderson. Sister of Mary Lee Anderson Crabtree, the late Lancelot Edward Anderson, Jr., Edward Anderson and Paul Clifton Anderson. Grandmother of Walter Lee Ridelinger III, Vincent Bosche, Leonard Bosche, Christina Bosche Jordan, Michelle Mares and Heather Janet. Mother-in-law of Ronnie Riedlinger, Shelley Riedlinger and Robin Riedlinger. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Metairie, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Sunday, November 19, 2006 from Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, LA at 2:00 p.m. Visitation begins at 10:30 a.m. Interment will be private. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000722 Riester - Elizabeth Bloom Riester January 31, 1949 - November 1, 2006 Elizabeth Bloom Riester died at her home in Orlando, Florida, early Wednesday morning, November 1, after an extended illness. Liz is survived by her husband, David V. Riester, son, Christopher L. Baker, and grandchildren, Jaqub and Kristina Baker, all of Orlando. Also surviving her are her sisters, Barbara B. Edmond of New Orleans, Carol B. Paine of Baton Rouge, brother, Richard W. Bloom of West Richland, Washington, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, J. D. Bloom, Jr. and Lucille Otto Bloom, her brother, J.D. Bloom, III, and her sister, Kay B. North. Liz was a native of New Orleans, graduate of Mercy Academy, and resident of Orlando for 38 years. Private services will be held in Orlando. Times Picayune 11-8-2006 **************************************** 000723 Rillieux - Dion 'Don' Rillieux, Sr. died Saturday, November 4, 2006 at Forrest General Hospital in Hattiesburg, MS. He was a retired speculater and a member of the Hattiesburg 7th Day Adventist Church. He was preceded in death by his son Dion Rillieux, Jr. He is survived by his wife Ingrid Rillieux of Hattiesburg, MS; 5 sons: Rodney Rillieux of West Palm Beach, Fl; David Rillieux of Destrehan, La; Randy Rillieux and James B. Aho, both of New Orleans, La. and Iyyob 'Joe' Rillieux of Hattiesburg, MS; 2 daughters Robin Augustine of Arabi, La. and Elisheba Rillieux of Hattiesburg, MS, 1 sister Betty Joe of Metairie, La.; 2 brothers Allesandro Rillieux of Slidell, La. and Roy Anthony Rillieux of Kenner, La., 14 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, November 16, 2006 at Hattiesburg 7th Day Adventist Church. Visitation will be at 10:00 a.m. until the service Thursday at the church. Hulett- Winstead Funeral Home in Hattiesburg, MS in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-15-2006 **************************************** 000724 Rish - Carl Allethia 'Teency' Rish passed away in Covington, LA. on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at age 85. Teency was a native of Woodville, MS. and a resident of Franklinton, LA. Beloved wife of the late Michael Joseph Rish. Mother of Becky Rish Guerin, Wayne Rish, Barbara Rish Rappold, and Kim Rish. Also survived by numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. A Memorial Mass will be held at Holy Family Catholic Church in Franklinton, Louisiana at 10:00 A.M. on Saturday, November 25, 2006. Interment Private. Bagnell & Son Funeral Home of Covington, LA in Charge of Arrangements. Times Picayune 11- 19-2006 **************************************** 000725 Rivas, - Vivian J. Rivas, age 94 of Port O'Connor, Texas died November 23, 2006. She was born on April 18, 1912 in Napoleonville, La. to the late Eno Percle and Marie Daigle Percle. Vivian was a homemaker and a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Port O'Connor. Survivors include a daughter Julie V. Hunter and husband Gene of Port O'Connor, Texas. Also 3 grandchildren and 4 great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Marcel S. Rivas, Sr., son Marcel S. Rivas, Jr. six sisters and two brothers. A graveside service will be held on November 25, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at the Port O'Connor Cemetery in Port O'Connor, Texas. Memorial Donations: Alzheimers Association. RICHARDSON COLONIAL FUNERAL HOME, PORT LAVACA, TEXAS, 361-552-2988. Times Picayune 11-25-2006 **************************************** 000726 Robertson - Bessie Lee Robertson entered into eternal life at the age of 75 on Thursday, October 26, 206 at Gwinnett Medical Center in Lawrenceville, GA. She was a native of Maringouin, LA and lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA. She was preceded in death by her mother and father, Alfred and Victoria Dunbar; husband, Peter Robertson; one daughter, Gale Robertson; and two sisters: Elouise Dunbar and Gertie Mae Baham. She is survived by: one daughter, Arlene Young; two sisters: Ida Lee Martin and Ruby Stephens; a dear and close friend, Helen Knighton; a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephew, other relatives and friends. A service will be held on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at the New Tree of Life Missionary B.C., 3140 Erato Street - 9:00 a.m. Visitation 8:00 a.m. Rev. Robert D. Tanner, officiating. Interment Resthaven Memorial Park. Services entrusted to CHARBONNET-LABAT FUNERAL HOME 1615 St. Philip St., N.O., LA Information: (504) 581-4411 Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000727 Robichaux - Gerald (Jerry) 'Papa Jerry' John Robichaux, retiree from Orion Refinery, died Wednesday, November 15, 2006. Age 66. A native of New Orleans, LA and resident of Norco, LA. Graduate of Destrehan High School. A member of the Knights of Columbus, Men of Manresa, a Eucharistic Minister for Sacred Heart Parish and Oldies But Goodies Dance Club. Survived by wife of 44 years, Claudette Morales Robichaux, Norco, LA; mother, Mildred Keller Robichaux, Destrehan, LA; 2 sons and daughters-in-law: Danny and Gisile Dufrene Robichaux, Luling, LA and Jay and Denise Darce Robichaux, Norco, LA; 2 daughters and sons-in-law: Kim and Timmy Rebowe, Lafayette, LA and Terri and Jason Brazan, Vacherie, LA; 12 grandchildren; 2 brothers: D. Paul Robichaux, Destrehan, LA and David Robichaux, Boston, MA; 2 sisters: Jane Granier, Gonzales, LA and Susan Robichaux, Loranger, LA; and brother-in-law, Alvin 'Bobby' Morales and wife, Sandra, Ponchatoula, LA. He was preceded in death by his father, Albert Robichaux; and his brother-in-law, John Morales. Funeral Mass on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church, Norco, LA. The visitation will be held Friday, November 17th, 2006 at H.C. Alexander Funeral Home, Norco, LA from 6:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. and again Saturday, November 18th from 8:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. procession time. Father Terry Hayden, officiating. Entombment will be in St. Charles Borromeo Mausoleum, Destrehan, LA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000728 Robinson - Cecelia H. Robinson departed this life on Thursday, Nov. 2, 2006. Wife of the late Freddie Robinson, Sr. Daughter of the late Isaac and Myrtle L. Hawkins, Sr. Loving Mother of Catherine Grayol, Linda Harold, Brenda Robinson, Deborah Davenport and the late Gail D. King, Jerry and O'neil Davenport. Sister of Emily H. Wells, Hazel H. Scott, Daisy H. MaGee and the late Myrtle H. Williams, Herman, Euralie, Isaac, Jr. and Grant Hawkins, Sr. She is also survived by 22 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, 13 great great grandchildren, 2 sons-in-law James Grayol, III & Johnell Harold and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend funeral services on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at Majestic Mortuary 1833 Oretha C. Haley Blvd. at 10:00 am. Visitation at 9:00 am. Interment in Resthaven Memorial Park. Majestic Mortuary in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000729 Robinson - John 'Bo Monkey' Robinson died Saturday, November 4, 2006. Son of the late Etta Robinson. Brother of Classie, Ernest, Huey and Willie Robinson. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral Services will be held on Fri. Nov. 10, 2006 at Majestic Mortuary 1833 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. at 9:00 am. Visitation at 8:00 am. Interment in Holt Cemetery. Majestic Mortuary in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000730 Robinson - Patricia D. Robinson, a New Orleans resident for over 50 years, died Thursday, October 26, 2006 in Los Angeles, CA after a brief illness. Beloved wife of the late Paul Robinson; mother of Dr. Peter J. Robinson; mother-in-law of Amelia C. Robinson; grandmother of Peter J. Robinson, Jr., Paul C. Robinson, and Marisa O. Robinson; great grandmother of Hannah Robinson and grandmother-in-law of Catherine Robinson, all of Los Angeles, CA. She is survived by a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. Mrs Robinson was a homemaker, seamstress and caregiver for hundreds of children in the New Orleans area for over 40 years. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 10:00 A.M. at Mt. Zion Lutheran Church, 1401 Simon Bolivar Ave. There will be no visitation, there will be a private burial after the service. Relatives and friends, employees of the Orleans Parish School System, and members of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity are invited to attend. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the National Alzheimer Foundation in her name. Cards and other condolences can be sent to 8646 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90069. Arrangements were made through Forest Lawn Cemetery in Los Angeles, CA. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000731 Rochon - Albert Jean Rochon, Sr., born November 29, 1927 in New Orleans, LA passed away October 31, 2006 at Northeast Medical Center Hospital in Humble, TX after an illness. Beloved husband of Sonora Barnes Rochon. Devoted father of Sabrina Rochon and Albert Jean Rochon, Jr. Adored father-in-law of Yolanda Lyons Rochon. Much-loved grandfather of Kaylon Maria and Amaya Jean Rochon. Albert Sr. was a cherished son of the late Ovide Sr. and Ameldia Rochon and special son-in- law of the late Arthur and Loretta Barnes. Brother of Ameldia Lion, Ramona Sigur, Aletha Sigur, Anthony Rochon and the late Ovide Rochon, Jr. and the late Reynard Rochon, Sr. Brother-in-law of Mark Lion, Una Rochon, Clyde Sigur, Lolita Rochon, the late Ronald Sigur, the late Alvin and Margery Daste, the late Horace and Era Mae DeRouen. Uncle to nieces and nephews. Albert Sr. was a Hurricane Katrina evacuee to Humble, TX, educated at Xavier Prep and Straight Business School, Korean War Veteran, retiree of Shell Oil Company, golf player, sports fan, parishioner of St. Gabriel the Archangel, and member of the Twosomes Social Club. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at St. Gabriel Catholic Church, 4700 Pineda St., New Orleans on Monday, November 13, 2006 at 11:00 AM. Visitation and rosary Monday morning at the church from 9:30 AM until funeral time. Interment will follow in Metairie Cemetery. LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME is in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the family register, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000732 Rogers - Stephen Q. Rogers, age 32, died on Thursday, November 9, 2006. Devoted husband of Stacey Bossier Rogers. Loving father of Blaine and Kaylynn. Son of Linda and the late Mark Rogers of Norco. Brother of Wade, Melissa and Michael. Survived by a host of nieces, nephews,cousins and other relatives and friends. Son-in-law of Tommy and Linda Harper. He was a long time resident of Norco, Louisiana. Memorial services will be held on Sunday, November 19, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. at 555 GoodHope Street in Norco, Louisiana. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to his wife. Times Picayune 11-18-2006 **************************************** 000733 Rome - Anna Mae Graffato Rome on Tuesday, October 31, 2006. Beloved wife of the late Ernest J. Rome. Mother of Brenda R. Cicotte, Lenda R. Graffeo, and Gertrude R. Bacile. Mother-in-law of Terry Graffeo, Sr. and the late John E. Cicotte, Sr. Daughter of the late Loretta Sanchez Graffato and Henry A. Graffato, Sr. Sister of the late Jerry Graffato, Sr. and Henry A. Graffato, Jr. Sister-in- law of Dorothy 'Sue' Toncrey, Janice Gros, Alberta Wellmeyer, Aradine 'Deenie,' and Carroll Rome , and the late Gertrude Rome, Heloise Varney, Rosie Smith, and Judy and Lorraine Graffato. Grandmother of John Jr. and Anna Cicotte, Terry Jr., Anthony, and Christopher Graffeo, and Stacey Hairston Shelby. Great-grandmother of Jacob, Aliana, and Skylar Cicotte , Brittany and Kaitlynn Graffeo, and Roosevelt Jr. and Taylor Shelby. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins. She will be sadly missed by her daughters, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Age 76 years and a lifelong resident of Harvey, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass in the chapel of Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Friday, November 3, 2006 at 11:00 AM. Interment Hook and Ladder Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Parlors will be open on Thursday evening from 6:00 PM until 10:00 PM and again on Friday morning from 9:00 AM until funeral time. The family would like to express their appreciation to West Jefferson Medical Center Hospice, Felicia Usner, Genevieve Harris, and Gail Wilson. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000734 Roth - Stephen Wallace 'Dubo' Roth, age 55 years at Diego Garcia Island in the Indian Ocean Saturday, November 18, 2006 while serving as a steward on board the SS Kocak. Son of the late Robert Paul and Gerhard Heffron Roth. Brother of Robert P. Roth, Jr., Anne R. Everard, Timothy J. Roth, Lawrence D. Roth and Margaret M. Roth. Godfather of Jessica Sue Roth and also survived by several nieces and nephews. Mr. Roth was a native and lifelong resident of New Orleans, a member of the Merchant Marine with Waterman Steamship Company and a member of the Seafarers International Union. He was formerly a longtime employee in the New Orleans restaurant industry. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from the Jefferson home of Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd. at 43rd St., Metairie, on Monday, November 27, 2006 at 10:00 AM. Visitation on Monday from 9:00 AM until service time. Inurnment will be private. In lieu of the usual remembrances, memorials are suggested to the Louisiana Restaurant Association Employee Relief Fund, 2700 N. Arnoult Rd., Metairie, LA. 70002. Information: (504) 835-2341. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000735 Roundtree - Mayor Emeritus Alton J. 'Checkerboard' Roundtree, Sr., age 93, passed away Thursday, November 9, 2006. A native and resident of Thibodaux, LA. Born November 5, 1913 at Laurel Valley Plantation, south of Thibodaux, LA, he was a lifelong resident of Schriever and Thibodaux. The oldest of four children, Checkerboard had to quit school in the 8th grade to go to work to help support his family due to the illness of his father. He became a trapper in the swamps of Schriever and Chacahoula, trapping alligator, mink, beaver and frog. He also worked in various sugar mills in South Louisiana as a welder and worked on the USS Delatore dredge boat for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. After working in sales and roughnecking, Checkerboard joined the Navy in WWII and was honorably discharged in 1945 when he launched a new career in the oil and gas industry. This very successful career lasted until his death. Checkboard began his public service career in the mid 1940's when he was appointed Constable for Lafourche Parish. When Thibodaux became a city in 1948, he was appointed by the governor as the 1st Marshall of the City of Thibodaux and later becase the head of the State Revenue Office for Lafourche Parish. At the age of 71 in 1985 he was elected Councilman at Large for the City of Thibodaux and in 1990 he was elected Mayor of Thibodaux and served a four year term until 1994. One of the highlights of his mayoral term was the Living Christmas Tree which he held annually at the Civic Center. Alton became 'Checkerboard' when he wore checkerboard patterned patches on his basketball shorts, when playing basketball in the 8th grade. His love of sports led him to play and coach various sports throughout his life: baseball in the 20's and 30's in the Sugar Belt league, pitcher in the fast pitch softball league in the 30's and 40's, coach of the Little League and American Legion baseball in Thibodaux for 12 years starting in 1957, and a 60 year bowling career which included a LA State Championship in 1959 and elected in the Thibodaux Bowling Association Hall of Fame. His love of the outdoors made him an avid fisherman, hunter, naturalist, which he enjoyed at the 'Checkerboard' Camp on Lake Verrett. He was a well known Cajun Cook for many churches and civic organizations as well as a Mardi Gras enthusiast. He heldpe organize the Krewe of Cleophas and was a member of the Krewe of Chronos. Throughout his life Checkerboard received many awards including Honorary Alumunus Award for his long time support of Nicholls State University and Honorary Fire Chief for the Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department, he was a member of the South Thibodaux Fire Department. Checkerboard loved God, family and his country. Survived by: wife, Floyce Hawsey Roundtree; sons: Alton J. Roundtree, Jr. and Gwain J. Roundtree; daughters: Moyebeth R. Cullen, Patricia R. Roundtree, Cynthia R. Riche and Renelee R. Hebert; 21 grandchildren, 31 great-grandchildren, 9 great-great-grandchildren; four stepchildren: Allen Hawsey, Renee H. Martin, Andrew Hawsey and Candace Hawsey; 11 step-grandchildren; 10 step-grandchlidren; and brother, Hale J. Roundtree. Preceded in death by: first wife, Idola Diez Roundtree; second wife, Frances 'Tut' Musso Roundtree; parents: Joseph Frank Roundtree and Cecile Boudreaux Roundtree; daughter, Betty R. Orodoyne; sisters: Dorothy R. Templet and June R. Boudreaux; and 5 great-grandchildren. The family would like to thank all of the employees of Dr. Greg Chiasson, Dr. Chester Weimer, Dr. Bart Denys, Dr. Wayne Pharo, St. Joseph Hospice and especially the staff of Dr. James Ellis for the loving care and support over the last four years. Visitation 6:00 p.m. unti 10:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 12, 2006 at Landry's Funeral Home, Thibodaux, LA and 8:00 a.m. until funeral time Monday, November 13, 2006 at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral, Thibodaux, LA. Mass of Christian Burial, 12:00 noon on Monday at St. Joseph Co-Cathedral, Thibodaux, LA. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery, Thibodaux, LA. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Joseph Hospice, NSU Scholarship Fund or St. Jude Children's Hospital. LANDRY'S FUNERAL HOME, INC. in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000736 Roussel - Daniel J. Roussel, Sr. on Tuesday, October 31, 2006. Beloved father of Carol R. Brandon and the late Daniel James Roussel, Jr. Father-in-law of Michael S. Brandon. Grandfather of Christina Michelle Brandon. Brother of Janice Roussel. Mr. Roussel was a veteran of the United States Navy serving during the Korean Conflict. Mr. Roussel was a former Parishioner of the St. Agnes Catholic Church in Jefferson, LA. A native and resident of New Orleans, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass on Saturday November 4, 2006 at 2:00 PM from the Chapel of E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 West 21st Ave., Covington, LA 70433. Visitation on Saturday from 12:00 noon until service time. Interment in Pinecrest Memorial Gardens Covington, LA. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Cancer Society P O Box 2484 Covington, LA 70434. Sign our guestbook online www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000737 Roussel - Mary Flynn Roussel, of Westwego, LA on Saturday, October 28, 2006 at the age of 75 years. Beloved wife of the late Gayle A. Roussel. Loving mother of Mark J. Roussel and Shawn Ann Kohler. Mother in Law of Helen Cormier Roussel, and Robert J. Kohler. Daughter of the late August Flynn and Mary Conway Flynn. Sister of the late Emile E. Flynn, Rita M. Flynn and Dorothy F. Laurent. Proud and Loving Grandmother of Marion and Marcus Roussel and Ryan and Amy Kohler. Also survived and fondly remembered by numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. Roussel was a retired Librarian for Our Lady or Prompt Succor Catholic School after 20 years of dedicated service and was a member of the Senior Citizens Center of Westwego, LA for many years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from the Chapel of WESTSIDE/LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA on Monday Nov. 6, 2006 at 12:00 Noon. Followed by interment in Our Lady of Prompt Succor Mausoleum in Westwego, LA.Visitation on Monday Morning after 10:00 until 12:00 Noon. In lieu of flowers, charitable contributions can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.Information 341-9421. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000738 Rowley - Edward W. Rowley, died from esophageal cancer on Monday, October 23, 2006, at West Jefferson Medical Center. Born in Louisville, KY, he was a longtime resident of New Orleans, LA. He spent his entire career as a river pilot. Survivors include his wife B. Rowley; a son, L. Rowley; daughters, S. Rowley and L. Bergeron; and three grandchildren, M. Rowley, B. Friedli, and S. E. Bergeron. Arrangements were made by Mothe Funeral Home. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000739 Royal - Donald Adam Royal, Sr. passed away on November 13, 2006 at Ochsner Hospital of complications related to mesthelioma. Husband of Madeline Boudreaux Royal. Son of Dorothy D. Royal and the late Joseph 'Duke' Royal. Father of Donald, Jr., Yancy, Donaven and Derrick Royal. Grandfather of Shantel and Chance Royal. Brother of Prosper (Gale), Russell (Carolyn), Ronald and Robert Royal, Sharon R. Moore and Sheila R. (Clifford, Sr.) Joseph of Memphis, TN and the late Rodney Royal. Brother-in-law of Aristed, Larry (Lordia), Dwayne (Antoinette), Darryl (Carolyn) Boudreaux, Lois Charles, Brenda Griffin and Sheila Eskinde. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. A native of Gretna, La. Donald was a law enforcement officer for the Federal Reserve Bank in New Orleans, La. Relatives and friends of the family, also Pastor, Officers and Members of Good Hope Baptist Church and all neighboring churches, employees of the Federal Reserve Bank, Sears, City of Gretna, 159 PH LA. Air National Guard and Avondale Shipyard are invited to attend Funeral Services on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Good Hope Baptist Church, 2028 Weyer Street, Gretna, LA. Rev. Eddit Cross, officiating. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. Interment in Restlawn Cemetery, Avondale, La. MURRAY HENDERSON FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000740 Ruff - Constance Acheson Ruff (nee Moyer) 'Bunny or Connie' joined her beloved late husband Lewis A. Ruff in heaven on Saturday, November 11, 2006 after a long illness.She was 81 years old. Born in Philadelphia, PA, she resided in Metairie, La. for the past 15 years. During World War II, she assembled machine guns and later served 4 years in the U.S. Cadet Nurse Corps.A registerd nurse until her death, she served over 25 years on the medical staff at the Youth Study Center of Phila. She leaves on earth her most precious memories: sons, Lewis A. Ruff Jr.and Martin E. Ruff as well as daughters: Bunny-Lee Miranda, Carole-Ann Danas, Donna-Lynne Taylor and Elanee-Lou Duvernay as well as her brother, Earle E. Moyer Jr. She joins in glory,her late parents, Mary Acheson Gessner, an awarded fishing Angler and Earle E. Moyer, a notable pianist and band leader in Phila. and Miami. There will be a viewing from 1:00-2:00pm with a Funeral Service at 2:00pm on Sunday, November 19, 2006 at the John F. Fluehr & Sons Funeral Home, 3301 Cottman Ave., Phila. Pa., 19149. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the New Life Northeast Church, 3300 Tyson Ave., Phila., Pa. 19149. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000741 Ruiz - Barbara Mary Labbe' Ruiz, a homemaker of Mandeville, died on Sunday, November 26, 2006. She was 64 years old. A native of New Orleans, she has been a resident of Mandeville for the past 3 years. She was the beloved wife of Andrew 'A.J.' Ruiz, Jr., loving and devoted mother of Mary R. Grace, Andrew Ruiz, III, Charles Ruiz, Anne R. Bitterwolf and Hope R. Andras. Mother-in-law of John Grace, Shannon Ruiz, Christine Ruiz, Mark Bitterwolf and David Andras. She was the caring grandmother of 14 grandchildren and the sister of Eliot Labbe', Jr. and Margy Barrilleaux. She was the daughter of the late Eliot Labbe', Sr. and Margaret 'Margy' Armbruster Labbe' and the daughter-in-law of Irma Ruiz and the late Andrew Ruiz, Sr. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a funeral mass on Wednesday, November 29, 2006 at 11:00 AM at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church, 2115 Jefferson Street, Mandeville, LA 70448. Visitation on Tuesday, November 28, 2006 from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 West 21st Avenue, Covington, LA 70433 and again on Wednesday from 10:00 AM until service time at the church. The family would prefer memorials in Mrs. Ruiz's name to Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church. Sign our guestbook online www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000742 Ruiz - Miriam M. Ruiz, 87 passed away on Wednesday, August 30, 2006 in Memphis, Tennessee. A resident of New Orleans for 77 years and lived at St. Bernard Manor in Meraux for 10 years. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Roland Ruiz; a grandson Eric A. Ruiz; her father and mother Albert J. Malouse and Mayola W. Malouse. She is survived by her son Roland A. Ruiz, wife Marina D. Ruiz, her daughter Gisele R. Goldstein, husband Gerome A. Goldstein of Germantown, Tennessee, three grandchildren Craig J. Ruiz and Stephanie A. Ruiz, Maurice R. Goldstein of Germantown and three great grandchildren Erica, Alexis and Eric Ruiz, Jr. A memorial mass was held at St. Louis Catholic Church in Memphis, Tennessee on Friday, September 1, 2006. A grave site service will be held at St. Roch Cemetery #1, 1725 St. Roch Ave., on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at 12:15 PM. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000743 Russ - Cabrina A. Russ, a self employed housekeeper, died on Thursday, November 9, 2006 of a Stroke in Athens, TX. She was 57 years old. Ms. Russ was a life long resident of Metairie, LA. She received a Business Degree from Cameron College. She was a dedicated Witness. Daughter of the late William A. Russ and Audrey Russ Dukes and sister, Barbara Robinson. Survivors include two sisters: Debra Head of Dallas, TX and Rose Mary Boland of Houston, TX. Two brothers: Edward Thomas of St. Rose, LA. and Robert A. Russ of Kenner, LA. Her daughter Julana R. Stewart of Mabank, TX and son Mark Russ of Metairie, LA. and her grandchild Azilia L. Russ, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A Dismissal will be held on Monday, November 20, 2006 at 11 a.m. at The Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witness, 301 Veterans Blvd., Kenner, LA. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000744 Russell - Larry 'Buddy Roe' Russell was born April 10, 1953 to the late Richard and Alice Russell in New Orleans, La. He departed this life at the age of 53 on Tuesday, October 24, 2006. Left to cherish his memories are his wife of 36 years, Claudia Jones; five children: David (Kenita) and Quenna Jones, Treneen 'Nooney' and Tory Gordon and Matthew Carter; brothers: Richard (Cynthia) Russell, Luthaniel and Hollis Russell; sister, Bertha Russell Jackson; aunt, Wanda Johnson; nephews and nieces: Tyrone, Joseph and Demetrius Russell, Tanya Winchell and Hollie (John) Davis; best friend, Ozeal Synders and family. Preceding him in death his children: Larry, August and Jane Emelda Jones; nephews: Ronald Russell and Hollis Gilton; and sister-in-law; Linda Carr. He is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, grandchildren, in-laws and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also members of First Pilgrims B.C., Buena Vista B.C., Pilgrims M.B.C., New St. Mark B.C. all of New Orleans, Mt. Zion Pilgrims B.C. and Hope Well B.C. of Covington, La.; employees of Manahan Printing Co., Fat Harry's Restaurant, ATU Local # 1560 Women of Action Women Caucus, RTA and Central Parking are all invited to attend the Funeral Services on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at 10:00am at Majestic Mortuary, 1833 Oretha C. Haley Blvd. Visitation will be at 9:00am. Interment in Carrollton Cemetery. MAJESTIC MORTUARY in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000745 Russo - Mary R. Russo passed away on Thursday, November 23, 2006 at the age of 81. Mrs. Russo was preceded in death by her loving husband, Joseph B. Russo; parents, George and Cerina S. Weidenbacher; son, Michael A. Russo; and sister and brother: Rosalie Valenti and George Weidenbacher. Mary is survived by her children: Leonie M. Russo and Cerina R. Kron; and one sister, Julia Vitrano. Also survived by sons-in-law: Frederick B. Kron, Jr. and Phillip Arbo; godmother of Sharon Settle and Michael Persica; and a host of nieces and nephews. Mary was a devoted caretaker of the Sisters of St. Joseph. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, November 30, 2006 at 1:00 PM at GREENWOOD FUNERAL HOME, 5200 Canal Blvd. Interment to follow in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Thursday from 11:00 AM until service time. To view and sign the family guest book visit www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000746 Russo - Yvonne J. Russo passed away at home on Monday, October 30, 2006 at 1:14 AM. Age 90 years. Beloved wife of the late Bartholomew A. Russo. Mother of Olivia M. Russo and Richard B. Russo. Former mother-in-law of Lucille D'Angelo. Grandmother of Gizelle Muhoberac (David), Michelle Ryan (Michael), and Kristi Russo. Great grandmother of Kyle Russo; Matthew, Megan and Marc Ryan. Great great grandmother of Krista Russo. Also survived by a host of nieces and nephews. Mrs. Russo was preceded in death by her father, Lucien Jourdan; her mother, Aggie Brune Jourdan; and her brother, Sterling Jourdan. Relatives and friends, also employees of Shell Oil are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at 12:00 noon. Interment will follow in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000747 Ruttley - Harold 'Bo-Boy' Ruttley of Lafitte, LA on Tuesday, November 14, 2006. Beloved husband of Ellinor Jill Cheramie Ruttley. Father of Ginger Ruttley, Cord Ruttley and Chad Ruttley. Father-in-law of Lisa and Gina Ruttley. Son of the late Harold and Matilda Rogers Ruttley. Brother of Leona McCall, Tom Ruttley, Elva Burgess and the late Leon Ruttley. Grandfather of Peyton, Beau, Cade, and Cole Ruttley. Age 68 years. A native of Barataria, LA and a resident of Lafitte, LA for the past 48 years. Relatives and friends of the family, also employees of Chevron/Texaco and members of William D. White Lodge #408 are invited to attend the Religious Services at Barataria Baptist Church, Lafitte, LA on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 12 Noon. Visitation will be held at the church from 10AM until 12Noon. Interment in Ruttley Cemetery, Lafitte, LA. Mothe Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Information: 366-4343. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000748 Sabate' - Robert Warren Sabate', passed away on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at the age of 75 in New Orleans, La. Beloved husband of Judith Kennedy Sabate' for 37 years and the loving father of his two sons Pierre Robert Sabate' and Captain Etienne Rene Sabate', US Army. He is predeceased by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Joseph Sabate' Jr. and is the beloved brother of Mrs. Marcia Sabate' Williams and nephew of the late Warren H. Hubert. Bob Sabate' devoted his life to the family he leaves behind and served selflessly in the Louisiana Oil and Gas Industry as a well- respected petroleum geologist and attorney for many years. He guided onshore and offshore drilling and exploration for Shell Oil Company (1957-72), Koch Exploration Company (1972-86); served as president for San'Doil Exploration L.C. (1986-97); vice-president of Lumitox Gulf (1988-2000); and president of Energetix Petroleum L.C. (1998-2006). Bob Sabate' was a 37-year member of The American Association of Petroleum Geologist and served many chairmanships. He served many other professional geological organizations to include the Society of Independent Professional Earth Scientists, the Gulf Coast Association of Geological Societies, The New Orleans Geological Society, Petroleum Landman's Association, the Southeastern Geological Society and he has both authored and co-authored countless journals and essays concerning the development of oil and gas and mineralogy for the Gulf Coast Province.A resident of New Orleans since 1940, Bob Sabate' graduated from Jesuit High School in 1948 and Tulane University in 1952. Commissioned as an Ensign in the United States Navy, he served in the Korean War as a decorated Surface Warfare Gunnery Officer on the USS Iowa and USS Missouri and later as an Anti-Submarine warfare Officer on the USS Siboney, Atlantic Fleet. He received an Honorable Discharge from the Navy in 1956. Returning to Louisiana, he continued his education while working for Shell Oil Company, earning his Master of Science, Geology, from Louisiana State University in 1957, Master of Business Administration, Loyola University 1967, and Juris Doctor, Loyola University Law School in 1972-admitted to the Bar that same year, elected to the Law Review and became a member of the Louisiana State Bar Association.Bob Sabate' devoted much of his time serving veteran military organizations and was a proud member of the Military Order of Foreign Wars, the Military Order of the World Wars, and The Society of American Military Engineers.In Lieu of flowers send donations to Jesuit High School 4133 Bank St. New Orleans, La 70119. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at GREENWOOD FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5200 Canal Blvd. (in Greenwood Cemetery) on Thursday, November 9, 2006-- at 1:00p.m. --. Interment will follow in St Louis #3 Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations preferred to Jesuit High School. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-8-2006 **************************************** 000749 Sabludowsky - Meyer Sabludowsky, age 96 years, died at his Metairie residence on Friday November 3, 2006. Husband of the late Harriet Mass Sabludowsky. Father of Rae S. Lemon, Stephen M. and Jay B. Sabludowsky. Son of the late Sarah Bram and Joseph Sabludowsky. Also survived by 7 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Mr. Sabludowsky was a New Orleans native, a veteran of the U.S. Air Force during World War II and a longtime practicing attorney. Graveside services will be held at Hebrew Rest Cemetery No. 3, Frenchmen at Pelopidas Street on Monday, November 6, 2006 at 2:00 PM. Rabbi Ted Lichtenfeld will officiate. Kindly omit flowers. Memorials to Shir Chadash Conservative Congregation, 3737 West Esplanade Avenue, Metairie, LA. Arrangements by Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, Metairie. Information: (504) 835-2341. Times Picayune 11-4-2006 **************************************** 000750 Sampey - Hubert Sampey on Thursday, November 2, 2006. Beloved father of Kent A. Sampey. Stepfather of Regina Marcel and June Blair. Grandfather of Kenneth and Kristen Sampey. Brother of Laura Mae Chauvin and Frank Sampey. Preceded in death by 9 siblings. Age 89 years. A resident of Harvey, LA for the past 16 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a funeral service in the Chapel of Mothe Funeral Home, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 11AM. Interment in Our Lady of Prompt Succor Mausoleum, Westwego, LA. Visitation at the funeral home on Friday, November 3, 2006 from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM and on Saturday from 8:00 AM until funeral time. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000751 Sanchez - Mickey Alfreda King Sanchez passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at Ormond Nursing and Care Center. She was 78 years of age and a native of New Orleans, Louisiana. She was a retired auditor for the City of New Orleans and an avid bowler and youth bowling instructor for many years. She was preceded in death by her parents, Helen B. King and Samuel King and her sister, Sarah Pertuit. She is survived by her four children: Allen Sanchez, Nancy Dickens, Helen Markey, and Bonnie Durnin; their spouses: Bernadette Gross Sanchez, Joseph Dickens, Terry Markey, and Gene Durnin; her niece and nephew: Karen Anderson and Richard Pertuit; her grandchildren and their spouses: Julie and Chris Morton, Jayne and Rick Colvin, Joseph Dickens, Jan and Gordon Gourley, Louie and Kathy Markey, Bridget and David Gueho, Allen and Monica Markey, David and Lauren Markey, Paul and April Durnin, and Scott Durnin; her great-grandchildren: Rachel Jack, James Gueho, Brooke Gueho, Hailey Gauthier, Kyle Markey, Abby Markey, and Leksi Glass. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Memorial Service at Atonement Lutheran Church, 6500 Riverside Drive, Metairie, LA at 10:00 A.M., Saturday, November 18, 2006. To extend online condolences to the Sanchez Family, please visit us at www.clarkducote.com.CLARK-DUCOTE FUNERAL HOME, Belle Chasse, LA is in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000752 Sandifer - Geraldine Gaines Sandifer passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2006 at Baton Rouge General-Mid City. Daughter of Clara Gaines. Mother of Joseph Sandifier, Jr. Sister of Troy and Adrian Gaines. Grandmother of Kari and Ashley Fleming. Mother-in-law of Anniece Fleming. Sister-in-law of Porter Coger and Roland Tousant. Also survived by 6 nieces, 5 nephews, and a host of aunts and uncles, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a funeral service at 10am on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at St. Bernard Community Church; 3938 St. Bernard Ave. Visitation will be from 9:00am until 10:00am. Interment: Providence Park Cemetery. Arrangements by Rhodes United Fidelity Funeral Home, Baton Rouge, LA. Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000753 Sandras - Ruby Hanks Sandras on Monday, November 27, 2006. Beloved wife of the late Ray V. Sandras. Daughter of the late Dermedes Hanks Gahn and Prayo Hanks. Mother of Janet Bouvier (Keith). Sister of Elric J. Hanks(Valerie), Millie Asevedo (Dutch) and the late Chester Hanks, Sr. Grandmother of Mrs. Manuel Torano (Jodie) and Mrs. Jose Fernandez (Jacqueline). Great Grandmother of Jacob Ray Torano. Age 78 years. A native of Algiers, LA and a resident of Westwego, LA for the past 60 years. Relatives and friends of the family, also employees of Entergy, Faculty and Staff of Vic A. Pitre Elementary School, Gretna Police Department, Officers, Members and Employees of Westwego Fire Company and Ladies Auxiliary, Jefferson Parish District Attorney's Office, VFW Ladies Auxiliary Post 6793 and Our Lady of Prompt Succor Legion of Mary Society are invited to attend a Funeral Mass in the chapel of Mothe Funeral Home, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA on Friday, December 1, 2006 at 11AM. Interment in Our Lady of Prompt Succor Cemetery, Westwego, LA. Visitation at the funeral home on Thursday, November 30, 2006 from 6-10PM and on Friday, December 1, 2006 from 8AM until Mass time. Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000754 Sansone - Inez Marie Falgoust Sansone, 75, of Little Rock, Ar., passed away on Wednesday in Little Rock, where she had relocated with her daughter after Hurricane Katrina damaged her home in New Orleans, La. She was a homemaker and a devout Catholic throughout her life. She leaves to cherish her memory, her children, Richard Rome, Harry Rome, Deborah Barranco, Louis Rome, David Rome, and Dolores (Robert) Waldrup, her brother, Sherman (Dot) Falgoust, 22 grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren and a host of friends. She was preceeded in death by one son, David Rome. Committal Rites of Christian Burial will be said on Monday, November 20, 2006 at 1:00 PM at Restlawn Park Cemetery. Visitation will be held one half hour before the committal services in the Garden of Family Devotion Mausoleum in Restlawn Park. Entombment will follow in the Corridor of Faith. Arrangements and services are entrusted to Ison-Ward Funeral Home, 6400 Scott Hamilton Drive (65th & Scott Hamilton), Little Rock , Arkansas 72209 , 501-562- WARD (9273). Please visit the online memorial and guest book at Ison- WardFuneralHome.com. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000755 Saucier - Patrick Henry Saucier passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2006 at 4:30 PM. Age 65 years. Beloved husband of the late Evelyn Saucier. Son of Esther Firmin Saucier and the late Recy Saucier. Loving father of Michelle Saucier, Pamela Bianchini and Lisa Saucier. Father-in-law of Jerry Bianchini. Grandfather of 7 and great-grandfather of 1. Brother of Catherine Saucier Zito. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Greenwood Funeral Home Chapel, (Formerly All Faiths)(486-0880) 5200 Canal Blvd. on Friday, November 24, 2006 at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will be on Friday from 9:00 AM until time of Service. To view or sign the Family Guestbook please visit www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 11-22-2006 **************************************** 000756 Savoie - Floyd Philip Savoie on November 20, 2006, passed away at West Jefferson Medical Center in Marrero, LA at the age of 72. Beloved husband of Althea Williams Savoie. Father of Stephanie Savoie Pierce (Craig), Craig Phillip Savoie (Kim) and Brian David Savoie (Rebekah). Brother-in-law of Sheroon and Paul LeBlanc. Uncle of Shari and Troy Lange and Paul LeBlanc, III. Great Uncle of Alexis Lange. Grandfather of Craig Anthony Pierce, Jr., Courtney Pierce Ritter, Craig Phillip Savoie, Jr., Ashleigh Savoie Mike, Kelly Ann Savoie, Kasi Beth Savoie, Daniel Whayne Llewellyn, Erin Leigh Savoie and Alex Margaret Savoie, Great Grandfather of Caylyn Ann Ritter, Cayleigh Pamela Ritter, Oden Anthony Pierce, Jude Lynn Pierce and Anthony Joseph Mike, Jr. Preceeded in death by a daughter, Pamela Savoie Llewellyn and his parents, Azelie and Ivy Savoie. Resident of Marrero, LA for the past 72 years. Long time employee of Continental Can Company and a retiree after 26 years of service from West Jefferson Medical Center. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Friday, November 24, 2006 at 11:00AM. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation at the funeral home on Friday from 9:00AM until 11:00AM. Times Picayune 11-22-2006 **************************************** 000757 Scallan - Melinda R. Scallan, in Metairie, LA, on Sunday, November 26, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. Beloved wife of Jules R. Scallan. Mother of Carl R. Jr., James, Patrick, Peggy and Melinda Garcia and the late Michael Garcia. Also survived by 5 grandchildren: Michelle Burch, Carl Garcia, Page Garcia, Joseph Zeitoun and Dylan Rodrigue; and 1 great-grandchild, Aieen Birch. Stepmother of Ronald, Randy and Rory Scallan. Mrs. Scallan was an avid Saints fan for over 40 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from the Jefferson Home of Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd. at 43rd St., Metairie, LA on Thursday, November 30, 2006 at 12:00 nooon. Interment in Garden of Memories Cemetery. Visitation on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until funeral time. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Joseph Hospice, 824 Elmwood Park Blvd., Suite 155, New Orleans, LA 70123, preferred. Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000758 Scarpero - Josephine DiCarlo Scarpero, a native and lifelong resident of the New Orleans area, passed away on Monday, November 6, 2006 at the age of 76, wife of the late John J. Scarpero, Jr. She is survived by her daughter, Cynthia Scarpero; her son and daughter-in-law, Randy P. and Michelle Scarpero and was preceded in death by her son, John J. Scarpero III. Mrs. Scarpero is also survived by 6 grandchildren, Giovanna and Antonia Wilson, Dante and Jonathan Scarpero, and Oliver and James Rudesill; two sisters, Carolyn Phelps and Susan Farnum, a brother, Tony DiCarlo and her uncle Clem Comesana. She was also preceded in death by her parents, Orena Comesana DiCarlo, Anthony DiCarlo and her stepmother Ethel DiCarlo. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass to be celebrated in the Chapel of the temporary location of Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home (Lamana-Panno-Fallo), 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd. at Bonnabel Blvd., Metairie, LA on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at 2:30 P.M. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Thursday from 11:30 A.M. to 2:30 P.M. Interment will be in All Saints Mausoleum in Metairie Cemetery. Donations to the American Diabetes Association, 3340 Severn Avenue, Suite 360, Metairie, LA 70002, preferred. Times Picayune 11-8-2006 **************************************** 000759 Schaeffer - Leo A. Schaeffer, Jr. born April 15, 1931, age 75, a native of New Orleans and long time resident of St. Bernard Parish, passed away on Saturday, November 4, 2006. Beloved husband of Shirley Callico Schaeffer with whom he recently celebrated their 55th year of marriage. Devoted father and father-in-law to Charmaine S. and Eric J. Vosbein, Jr; Leo A. Schaeffer, III; Debralee S. and Keith M. Wolfe, Sr.; and Darren P. Schaeffer. Son of the late Leo A. and Freida Frey Schaeffer, Sr. Loving grandfather (Paw Paw and Paw Paw Honey) to Melissa and Ray Busch, Leo and Nadina Schaeffer, IV, MaryAnn Schaeffer, Keith and Raven Wolfe, Jr, and Marissa White. Proud and loving great-grandfather of Khaila, Bret, Blake, Madison, Serena, Gabrielle, Carys, Cheyanne, and baby Ray. In addition he will be missed by numerous family and friends. A Veteran of the U.S. Air Force, stationed in Anchorage, Alaska and retiree of the RTA. A member of the St. Bernard Pistol and Rifle Range, active member of the NRA, RTA Retirement Club member and avid sportsman. REST IN PEACE, WE WILL MISS YOU DAD. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated in the chapel at GREENWOOD FUNERAL HOME, 5200 Canal Blvd on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at 1:00 PM interment to follow in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 10:00 AM until service time. In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Mr. Schaeffer's name to Cancer Treatment Research Foundation, 1336 Basswood Road Schaumburg, IL 60173 (847)342-7450. To view and sign family guest book visit www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 11-6- 2006 **************************************** 000760 Schexnayder - Carl J. Schexnayder on Sunday, November 19, 2006 at 11:05 p.m.Beloved husband of the late Mary Champagne Schexnayder. Father of Brenda Schroeder, Carl Schexnayder Jr. and John Paul Schexnayder. Father-in-law of Fred Schroeder and Jessica Schexnayder. Former father-in-law of Jo Ann Schexnayder. Son of the late Marie Brazan and Amedee Schexnayder.Brother of Marion Bruno. Grandfather of Troy Michael and Scott Matthew Schroeder and Rebecca Emily Cowand, Katie Lauren, Marc Jeffery and Holly Schexnayder. Long time friend of J.B. Falgoust. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Aged 79 years, a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harahan, LA for over 40 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church 1908 short St. Kenner on Wednesday November 22, 2006 at 12:00 noon. Interment in All saints Mausoleum .Friends may visit from 10:00 a.m. until time of services at the church. Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. On line guest book available at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11- 21-2006 **************************************** 000761 Schexnayder - Septime I. Schexnayder on Saturday, November 4, 2006 in Metairie, LA. A U.S. Airforce veteran. Beloved husband of Elizabeth 'Betty' Torres Schexnayder. Son of the late John Fergus Schexnayder and Josephine Ory Schexnayder. Father of Mary Clare Schexnayder, Paul G. Schexnayder and wife Melanie Vicknair Schexnayder and Brad J. Schexnayder and wife Lisa Ditta Schexnayder. Grandfather of Brennan Paul Schexnayder and Danielle Elizabeth Schexnayder. Brother of Gilbert Schexnayder, Sr., Bernice Hebert, the late Thelma S. Roussel and the late Lawrence Schexnayder. Age 74. A native and resident of New Sarpy, LA. Mass of Christian Burial at 2:30 pm on Tuesday, November 7, 2006 at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Destrehan, LA. Interment in St. Charles Mausoleum, Destrehan, LA. Family, friends and also employees and retirees of Shell Oil Corp. are invited to attend Visitation at H.C. Alexander Funeral Home, Norco, LA from 11:30 to 2:15 PM on Tuesday, November 7, 2006. H.C. Alexander Funeral Home of Norco, LA. Times Picayune 11-6-2006 **************************************** 000762 Schiefley - Sandra E. Schiefley, age 64, passed away Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at her residence in Kenner, LA. She is survived by her husband, Chuck Schiefley of Kenner; one son, Todd Schubert of Ocean Springs, MS; one daughter, Julie Schubert of Atlanta, GA; her parents, James Monroe and Dorothy Rushing of Bogalusa, LA; and one brother, James Gary Rushing of Bogalusa, LA. She was preceded in death by a sister, Sharon Rushing Magee. Visitation will be in the Chapel of Brown-McGehee Funeral Home in Bogalusa, LA on Friday, November 10, 2006 from 5:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. and will continue Saturday from 8:00 A.M. until time of service at 11:00 A.M. Burial will be in Hillview Memorial Gardens in Bogalusa, LA. Rev Marcus Rosa will conduct religious services. Times Picayune 11- 11-2006 **************************************** 000763 Schmalz - Ruth Wetzel Schmalz, on Sunday, November 26, 2006. Beloved wife of the late Lionel Henry Hemard, Sr. and Joseph Schmalz. Mother of Charles Joseph Hemard, Karen R. Hemard, and Elizabeth H. Bohrer. Step-mother of the late Lionel Henry Hemard Jr., Dexter P. Hemard and Gloria H. Sloane. Sister of the late Betty W. Ernest, Dorothy W. Riviere, Marion W. Whitaker and John F. Wetzel Jr. Also survived by 6 grandchildren, Gretchen Brodtman, Walter J. Brodtman, Jennifer H. Wallis, Charles J. Hemard, Jr., Katherine B. Bennett and Stephen B. Bohrer. Great- grandmother of Thomas Wetzel Bennett and Brady Todd Wallis. Age 94 years. A native of New Orleans and a resident of River Ridge for the past 20 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Zion Lutheran Church, 1924 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, on Thursday, November 30, 2006, at 12:00 Noon. Interment in St. John Cemetery. Visitation will be from 10:30 am until service time. Arrangements by JACOB SCHOEN AND SON FUNERAL DIRECTORS. Guestbook may be signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000764 Schmit - Bertha A. Schmit, age 78 years at Metairie, Louisiana, on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at 8:00 AM. Wife of the late Louis J. Schmit and by first marriage to the late Jack A. Kennedy, Sr. Mother of Barbara Tudela, Jack Kennedy, Jr. and Mary Rivet. Daughter of the late George Schuman and Barbara Husser Ducote. Also survived by 6 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Mrs. Schmit was a Metairie resident over 50 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from the Jefferson home of Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd. at 43rd St., Metairie, LA on Friday, November 24, 2006 at 2:00 PM. Visitation on Friday from 12:00 noon until service time. Interment in Garden of Memories. Information: (504) 835-2341 Times Picayune 11-22-2006 **************************************** 000765 Schofield - Frederick Schofield, a retired auto parts truck driver, passed on Monday, October 30, 2006 at his residence. He was 52. Mr. Schofield was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Baton Rouge, LA for 1 year. He leaves to mourn his mother, Leola Schofield Spears; 2 daughters: Chanel Schofield and Cherrie Collins (Edward); 3 brothers: Chester Jr. (Jacquelyn), Lawrence (Laverne) and Kerry Schofield; 1 sister, Darlene S. Thompson (Daniel); and 1 grandchild, Camry Collins. He was preceded in death by his father, Chester Schofield, Jr.; and 1 brother, Glenn Schofield (Lynettte). Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Franklin Ave. B.C. and First Baptist Church; employees of Sewerage and Water Board, Jackson State University, Quizno's, Radio One in PA and Destiny Home Health are all invited to attend the Funeral Service held on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at First Baptist Church, 5290 Canal Blvd. Funeral will begin at 10:00 a.m. Visitation will 9:00 a.m. till 10:00 a.m. Interment will be in Carrollton Cemetery, New Orleans, La Arrangements by RHODES UNITED FIDELITY FUNERAL HOME, 2929 Scenic Hwy., Baton Rouge, LA. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000766 Schoolmeyer - Adam J. 'Buddy' Schoolmeyer on All Saints Day, Wednesday, November 1, 2006. Beloved husband of Rosa Lambert Schoolmeyer. Father of A. J. Schoolmeyer, Jr., Joan Schoolmeyer, Robert Schoolmeyer, Ryan Schoolmeyer, Scott Schneider and Stephanie Schneider. Son of the late Beatrice Heno and Adam Schoolmeyer . Brother of Cynthia Peltier, Linda Hoerner, and the late Lawrence 'Larry' Schoolmeyer. Grandfather of Dustin, Mitchell and Lindsay Schoolmeyer, Jennifer and Anthony Maggiore, Clint Schoolmeyer, Michael and Jonathan Pittman, Mason and Kristin Schoolmeyer, Emily, Jacob and David Schneider. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Aged 68 years, a native of New Orleans and a resident of Covington for the past 5 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 500 Minor St., Kenner on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 12:00 noon. Visitation at the church on Saturday from 10:30 a.m. until time of service. In lieu of flowers, donations to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Mercy Center, 1908 Short St., Kenner, LA 70062 'In Memory of Adam Schoolmeyer', preferred. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000767 Schroeder - Katherine Deuchert Schroeder, age 95 years, died at Jefferson, LA on Wednesday, November 1, 2006. Beloved wife of the late Earl William Schroeder. Sister of Elsie allbritton, Grace Mele and the late Charles A., Frederick C. and John W. Deuchert, Henrietta Landry, Margaret Ernst and half sister of the late Henry and Gloria Deuchert.Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral from the Jefferson home of Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd. at 43rd St., Metairie, on Monday, November 6, 2006 at 12:00 Noon. Interment in Carrollton Cemetery. Visitation on Monday from 10:00 AM until service time. Memorials to Gideon International preferred. Information: (504) 835-2341. Times Picayune 11-5- 2006 **************************************** 000768 Schulz - Timothy Kent Schulz on Sunday, November 12, 2006. Beloved son of Linda Wright Panning and Terry D. Schulz, Sr. Brother of Terry Schulz, Jr. and G. Todd Schulz. Nephew of George F. Schulz and Larry L. Wright, Sr. Cousin of Tamera Schulz Smith, Larry L. Wright, Jr., Denny J. Wright and Kathy W. Brumfield. Grandson of the late George and Esther Schulz and Polly Labat and Jesse Lee Wright. Former husband of Michelle Dillon. Age 42 years. A native of New Orleans, LA and resident of Bay St. Louis, MS for the past 4 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend Funeral Services at Mothe Funeral Home, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Interment Restlawn Park Cemetery, Avondale, LA. Parlors will be open Friday morning from 9:00 a.m. until funeral time. Information: 366-4343. Times Picayune 11-14-2006 **************************************** 000769 Schurr - Conrad William Schurr died peacefully at home on Sunday, October 29, 2006. He was 77 years old. Beloved husband of Lolita Baas Schurr for 52 years. Father of Keith A. Schurr, stepfather of Gregory W. Wood and father-in-law of Natalie Schurr. His beloved grandchildren: Jennifer Nicole Schurr, Jared Alan Schurr, Christopher Wood, and Scott Wood. He is also survived by six siblings, Agnes Chagnard, Dorothy Barstow, Ruth Stein, Rosemary Delancey, Gloria Maheu and Joan Kefeli. He was born and educated in New Orleans and moved to Mandeville in the late 1980's. He spent most of his working career in the consumer finance business. He was well loved and admired by his family. He was a good husband and father. A memorial service will be held at SCHOEN FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL of COVINGTON, 1414 S. Tyler St., Covington, Louisiana on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. with visitation beginning at 10:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Heart Association (americanheart.org) or the Alzheimer Association (alz.org/donate) 1-800-272-3900. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000770 Schwartz - Marie Lois Jumonville Schwartz passed away at West Jefferson Medical Center, on Monday, November 13, 2006 at 7:30 PM. Age 79 years. Beloved wife of the late Joseph P. Schwartz, Sr. Loving mother of Judy S. Hebert, Joseph (J.P.) Schwartz Jr., and Steven G. Schwartz. Mother in law of Francis (Red) Hebert, Beth Schwartz and Elva Schwartz. Daughter of the late Charles T. Jumonville, Sr., and Ines Landry Jumonville. Loving sister of Gertrude Mae Jumonville, Shirley 'Nan' J. Dandry, Geneveive Theresa J. Patterson, and the late Margaret DiGovanni, Jeanette St. Pierre, and Charles (Pete) Jumonville, Jr. Grandmother of Dawn H. Camardelle, Jennifer H. Fleming, Steven J. Schwartz, Todd Tully, Shanee Schwartz, and Joey Schwartz. Also survived by 12 Great Grandchildren. Relatives and friends of the family, also employees and friends of Pitre's Restaurant are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from the Chapel of WESTSIDE/LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA on Friday November 17, 2006 at 11:00 AM . Followed by interment in Restlawn Park, Avondale, LA. Visitation on Friday morning after 8:30 AM until Mass Time. Information: 341- 9421. Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000771 Scioneaux - Geraldine Triche Scioneaux on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 11:00 p.m. Beloved wife of the late L.T. Scioneaux, Sr. Mother and mother-in-law of L.T. Jr. and Karen Scioneaux, Donnie Scioneaux, Brian and Laurette Scioneaux, Cynthia and Gerald Duhe and Lisa and Huey McDonald. Daughter of the late Ernest Sr. and Effie Triche. Sister of Dolores Jacob, Bonnie Clement, Gail Baker, Carol and E.J. Triche, Jr., also the late Joanne Bossier and Dale Triche. Also survived by 8 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Age 68 years. A native of and resident of Reserve, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend services. Visitation at MILLET-GUIDRY FUNERAL HOME, 2806 W. Airline Hwy., LaPlace, LA on Monday, November 20, 2006 from 9:30 a.m. until 12:45 p.m. Followed by Religious Services at St. Peter Catholic Church, Reserve, LA at 1:00 p.m. Burial in Church Cemetery. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000772 Scobel - Emmet Lazarus 'Pete' Scobel, Sr. passed away on Friday, November 24, 2006 at the age of 93. He was the beloved husband of the late Julia Morel Scobel, to whom he was married for 62 years. Mr. Scobel, a native and lifelong resident of Plaquemines Parish, was the son of the late Luke Scobel and Louise Lassus Scobel. He is survived by his sisters, Odette Perez and Edith Ballay, and was the brother of Paul, Clement , Leon and John Scobel, and Ethel Scobel Perez. Mr. Scobel was the loving father of Ida and husband John Jeffers and the late husband Cody Abshire; Lynda and husband Murphy Chatelain; E.L. and wife Wendy Scobel; Joan and husband Paul Springer; Nancy Scobel and Nathan Sims. He was also the loving grandfather of 21 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren and 1 great- great-grandchild. Mr. Scobel attended Holy Cross High School in New Orleans . He was a commercial fisherman before owning and operating a successful crew boat business. In addition to his large family, Mr. Scobel was beloved by many friends and neighbors, who knew him as loving and generous. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in Belle Chasse, LA on Monday, November 27, 2006 beginning at 10:00 AM followed by a Catholic Mass at 1:00 PM. Interment in Our Lady of Perpetual Help Cemetery, Belle Chasse, LA. Mothe Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Information: 366-4343. Times Picayune 11-25-2006 **************************************** 000773 Scott - Charles Alvin Scott on Thursday, November 16, 2006. Loving husband of Jan Fox Scott. Devoted father of Stephen Charles Scott and Ian Michael Scott. Caring father-in-law of Tammy Marullo Scott. Adoring grandfather of Ethan Blum Scott. Cherished brother of Carol Scott Hess. He was a wonderful son-in-law, uncle, brother-in-law, and friend to many. He will be sadly missed by all. Son of the late Charles N. Scott, Jr., and Barbara Maracich Scott. Age 68 years. A native and a life-long resident of New Orleans. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Chapel of Lamana Panno Fallo, 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, La. on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at 12:00 Noon. Friends may visit on Monday, November 20, 2006 from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. and Tuesday from 9:00 am. until service time. Interment in St. Patrick No. 1 Cemetery. Arrangements by JACOB SCHOEN AND SON FUNERAL DIRECTORS. Relatives and friends may sign our guestbook online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000774 Selders - Woodroe Selders, Sr., died on Wednesday, November 1, 2006 at his home. Husband of Suzie Selders. Beloved father of Barbara Alexander (Edward), Betty Alexander, Debra Bainey (Gary) Margarite Blair, Deloris S. Taylor (David WIlliams), Aline S. Bellard (Fred) and the late Sarah Lynn Selders. Also survived by 6 sons, Woodroe Selders, Jr., Emmitt Selders (Cindy Williams), Bobby Selders, Gerald Selders, Winston Stone (Daisy) and Cabyron Selders, 1 sister Beatrice Selders, 1 brother Orville Selders, 1 niece Leverne Dickerson. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastor, officers and members of Little Zion, Missionary Baptist Church, Oakland Baptist Church and Evergreen Baptist Church of Paulina and Emloyees of T.L. James Trucking Co., Jim's Cemetery Company and Grace King High School, are invited to attend the funeral services from Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson, 11112 Jefferson Hwy., River Ridge, La. on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 10:00 A.M. Visitation at 9:00 A.M. Rev. Louis Thomas, officiating. Interment: Love & Charity Cemetery. Arrangements by Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000775 Senac - Patricia Herard Senac passed into the loving embrace of Our Savor on Thursday, November 23, 2006 at 11:36 AM. Beloved wife of the late Louis Joseph Senac. Cherished mother of Judith Senac Garlepied and son-in-law Clarence Garlepied. Grandmother of Michael Louis, David Keith, Clarence Emile III and Daniel Patrick Garlepied and Cherylin Stuard. Great-grandmother of 17. Preceded in death by her parents and two sisters. She was a retired secretary of James O'Neil Co. Inc.; former secretary board of Directors-Jefferson Historical Society of LA; past president and former secretary of United Daughters of the Confederacy, Raphael Semmes Chapter #2218; Member of East Jefferson Hospital Ladies Auxiliary; member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary Metry Post 6640; Member of Joseph Kohn Alumnae and member of AARP. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Greenwood Funeral Home Chapel, (Formerly All Faiths)(486-0880) 5200 Canal Blvd. on Wednesday, November 29, 2006 at 1:00 PM. Interment will follow in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM. To view or sign the Family Guestbook please visit www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000776 Sennett - Oliver S. Sennett, Jr. on Sunday, November 5, 2006. Beloved husband of Lillian Mitchell-Sennett. Father of Zachary, Jordan and Devin. Son of Oliver S. Sennett and the late Beverly S. Sennett. Brother of Brian K. Sennett, Sr. Brother-in-law of Rosalind Brooks-Sennett, Betty, Carolyn, Bertrand Jr. and Stephen Mitchell. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also employees of Harrah's Casino, HRI Properties; faculty, staff and students of O. Perry Walker Sr. High School and St. Louis Cathedral Academy are invited to attend Funeral Services on Monday, November 13, 2006 at 12:00 noon at Murray Henderson Funeral Home, 1209 Teche Street, Algiers, LA. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. Interment in McDonoghville Cemetery, Gretna, LA MURRAY HENDERSON FUNERAL HOME in charge. Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000777 Seruntine - Claire Capraro Seruntine, passed away on Friday, November 17, 2006. Beloved wife of Alex J. Seruntine, Jr. Loving mother of A. J. Seruntine, III. Loving grandmother of Sadie Hepburn. Great-grandmother of Danielle Seruntine. Daughter of Joseph Capraro and Leona Brue. Sister of Sondra Capraro. Also survived a host of nieces, nephews and friends. Age 78 years. A native and life-long resident of New Orleans, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Chapel of Lamana- Panno-Fallo, 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at 11:00 am. Interment in St. Vincent de Paul Mausoleum. Visitation will be from 8:00 am until service time. Arrangements by JACOB SCHOEN AND SON FUNERAL DIRECTORS. Guestbook may be signed online at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-19- 2006 **************************************** 000778 Sewell - Shirley Smith Sewell died at home on Monday, November 20, 2006, at the age of 82. Mrs. Sewell was born in Bay St. Louis, MS, on March 18, 1924, and lived there until 1965 when she moved to New Orleans, LA. She was the daughter of the late Alvah Purser Smith and the late Kinta Marie Esperance Smith. She is survived by a son, Jesse Quimby Sewell, IV, and her loving daughter-in-law, Lisa Sewell; two daughters, Hope Sewell (Mrs. Michael O.) Read, and Aline Sewell (Mrs. Henry R.) Vogt; and a brother, Alvah Purser Smith, Jr. and his wife, Peggy Smith. She is also survived by 9 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren and her nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service on Friday, November 24, 2006, at Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church in Bay St. Louis, MS. Visitation begins at 9:00 am. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. Burial will be in the Garden of Memories Cemetery, Bay St. Louis, MS. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Church of the Immaculate Conception, 130 Baronne Street, New Orleans, LA 70112. EDMOND FAHEY FUNERAL HOME in Bay St. Louis, MS is in charge of the arrangements. Times Picayune 11-22-2006 **************************************** 000779 Shalloo - Dorothy Maybelle Shalloo, daughter of Clyde Jamison Davis and Elizabeth Louise Piper Davis, died Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at Dartmouth- Hitchcock Medical Center following a brief illness. She was precedeased by her daughter, Melanie Shalloo Bowman; and her siblings: Clyde Jamison Davis, Jr. and Lounora Davis Pickard. She is survived by her two nephews: Jospeh Pickard (with Sarah Gager Torrance) of Londonderry, VT and Boston, MA and Kevin Pickard (with Harriett Moore Pickard) of Fredericksburg, TX; as well as many loving grandnephews and grandnieces. Maybelle was born on January 29, 1916 in Kansas City, MO and raised in New York City. She spent most of her adult life in Washington, D.C., where she worked for a kitchen design group until retiring to New Orleans, LA in 1983. In New Orleans, she was a member of the Woodland Presbyterian Church in Algiers, LA where she was active in their S.T.A.I.R. program, helping underprivileged children to read. Upon moving on Londonderry, VT, Maybelle attended Second Congregational Church and greatly appreciated the support of the congregation and the community. She is remembered for her love of family, ballroom dancing, skiing, and all living things. Burial will be with her family at the Arrow Rock Cemetery in Arrow Rock, MO at a later date. Donations should be sent to the Londonderry Volunteer Rescue Squad, the Second Congregational Church in Londonderry, VT, the Woodland Presbyterian Church in Algiers, LA or the charity of your choice, c/o Brewster Funeral Home, P.O. Box 885 Manchester Center, VT 05255. To send the family e-mail condolences, please visit www.sheafuneralhomes.com. Arrangements are under the care of BREWSTER FUNERAL SERVICE, 34 Park Place, Manchester Center, Vermont. Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000780 Shepard - William 'Moose' Shepard III departed this earthly life on Monday, October 30, 2006 at Northside Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia. He was the beloved son of William Shepard, Jr. and Yvonne Sims Shepard. He was the stepson of Darrell Buckner and Sandra Shepard. He was the devoted brother of Tiffany S. Smith of Atlanta, Ferzell Shepard of Dallas, Jody Shepard of Baton Rouge, Karina Bridges and Darrell Bridges. Stepbrother of Clayton, Calvin, Diandrea, Isaac, Ronald, Levi and Therresa. Loving nephew of Maxine Thornton, Charlene Brown, Gwendolyn Harris, Gloria Chapman and Joanne Newton. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and friends. A native of Jefferson and resident of Atlanta, Georgia. Age 29. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastor, officers and members of First Zion, True Christ of Atlanta, New Birth of Atlanta, True Vine of Westwego and neighboring churches; employees of Pellerin Milnor, Oschner Clinic (Metairie), Coast Dental, Marcus Jewish Center of Dunwoody, GA, Jefferson Parish Transportation Dept. and FEMA are invited to attend the Funeral Service at the First Zion Baptist Church, 1221 South Causeway Blvd., Jefferson, LA on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 9:00 A.M. Reverend Sam Lenox Officiating. Visitation from 8:00 A. M. until service time at the above named church. Interment: Woodlawn Park Memorial Cemetery in Westwego, LA. Arrangements by DAVIS MORTUARY SERVICE, INC. 230 MONROE St, Gretna, LA. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000781 Shields - Danny Anthony Shields died on Friday November 3, 2006 at 2:30 AM. Beloved husband of Dee De Oubre Shields. Brother of Mickey, Sidney, James, Freddie and Cindy Shields, Patricia Snyder, Shriley Prestonbach and the late Sonny Shields. Son of the late Edward and Viola Shields. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family, and employees of Champs Body Shop are invited to attend Wake Services and Visitation from the Jefferson home of Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd. at 43rd St., Metairie, LA on Tuesday, November 7, 2006. from 6:00 to 10:00 PM. Interment will be private. Information (504) 835-2341 Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000782 Silbermann - Rhea Silbermann (Nee Mendelson) died November 11, 2006, of Mequon, WI. Preceded in death by her beloved husband, Jack. Loving mother of Marjorie (Scott) Cowen, New Orleans and James (Judith) Silbermann, Mequon, WI. Dear grandmother of Lisa Feldman, Karen (Niklaus Largier) Feldman, Tommy Feldman, Amy (Stephen) Newton, Steven Silbermann and 4 precious great grandchildren. Funeral services 11:00 AM Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at Congregation Shalom, 7630 N. Santa Monica Blvd., Fox Point, WI 53217. Interment Mound Zion Cemetery, 14510 W. North Ave., Brookfield, WI. Memorials to Congregation Shalom, The Rebuilding Fund at Tulane University, 6823 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, LA 70118 or a charity of your choice preferred. BLANE GOODMAN FUNERAL SERVICE Online guestbook and informationwww.blanegoodmanfunerals.com (262) 241-4444. Times Picayune 11-14- 2006 **************************************** 000783 Simmerman - Maryann Lee Hudson Simmerman, aged 45, died on November 3, 2006 in Albany. She was a native and resident of Albany. Wife of the late Richard Simmerman, Sr; mother of Richard Simmerman II; sister of Barbara Santini and husband, Osie Santini, Marie Hudson and companion, Larry Breazeale, Catherine Matherne, and Michael Hudson; aunt of Crystal and Ashley Santini and Bridget Carter; daughter of the late Melvin F. and Shirley Foster Hudson; daughter-in-law of Wallace Simmerman and the late Lorraine Simmerman. Family and friends are invited to Geisler Funeral Home in Albany on Thursday for visitation from 9 am until the religious service at 11 am. Interment will follow in Parklawn Memorial Gardens, Hammond. www.geislerfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 11-8-2006 **************************************** 000784 Simmons - Louis S. Simmons on Sunday, November 26, 2006 at 5:10 a.m. Age 83 years. Son of the late Louis S. Simmons, Sr. and Mabel Schott Simmons. Beloved husband of Helen Saucier Simmons. Preceded in death by loving sister, Mary Louise S. Fourmy. Loving father of Judity S. Leto, Linda S. Calligan and the late Jane May Simmons. Father-in-law of Vincent G. Leto and Irvin F. Calligan, Jr. Caring grandfather of Michael C. Mazerat, Tracey Couret and Jennifer Lacoste. Great- grandfather of Megan Mazerat, Madison Mazerat, Rebecca Pazmino-Calligan, Sarah Coret and Grace Lacoste. Former Commander of VFW Post 3267 and member of American Legion Post 267. Navy veteran of World War II, and loyal volunteer of VA Hospital. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Memorial Mass of Our Lady of Divine Providence Catholic Church, corner of West Metairie at North Atlanta on Friday, December 1, 2006 at 5:30 p.m. Visitation on Friday from 4:00 p.m. until Mass time. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Michael's Special School or Masses preferred. Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, LA in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000785 Simmons - Talmage Preston Simmons, a retired accountant with Chevron Oil Company, died on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at home of congestive heart failure. He was 89. Mr. Simmons was born in Wilmar, Arkansas on November 18, 1917 and was a graduate of Monroe High School. He attended Northeastern College as well as B.M.I. in Monroe, LA. He was a staff sergeant in the U.S. Army for four years and served in World War II 89 Field Hospital. He was a resident of New Orleans for 54 years. He was a member of Chevron Retirees Association, the People Program, AARP Chapter #1515, First Baptist Church and attended Lake View Baptist Church. He was predeceased by his wife of forty-three years, Genevieve L. Simmons; and his sisters: Elizabeth Simmons Plagens and Eva LaVelle Simmons Larson. He is survived by a stepdaughter, Miriam F. Lemann; a step granddaughter, Eleanor M. Lemann; a step grandson-in-law, Dr. David Cleveland; and a nephew, Noble Larson. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery), on Friday, November 24, 2006 at 12:00 p.m. Interment will follow in Metairie Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers it is requested that donations be made to Hospice Foundation, a 501C (3) non-profit organization, c/o Hospice Care of Louisiana/Mississippi, 770 Gause Blvd., Ste. C, Slidell, LA 70458. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-22-2006 **************************************** 000786 Simon - Lrline 'Earline' Mayeux Simon passed away at West Jefferson Medical Center on Sunday, November 19, 2006 at 8:45 AM. Beloved wife of forty-nine years of Edgar J. Simon, Jr. Mother of Denise Simon Albarado, (husband, Jimmy); Darlene Simon Lohr, (husband, Ronnie); Dorene Simon Howell, (husband, Allan); Daniel Simon, (wife, Gina) and the late Dennis Simon. Former mother-in-law of Milfred Baye, Sr. Daughter of the late Seston Mayeux and Marie Lemoine Mayeux. Sister of the late Ida Mae Lovell. Grandmother of Milfred 'Boogie' Baye, Jr., (wife, Laurie); Mindy Baye Sutherland, (husband, Leonard 'Sammy'); Jennifer Albarado, Chantel Lohr, Connie Lohr, Casey Lohr, Taylor Howell, Kimberly Howell, Miranda Simon and Joshua Simon. Great-grandmother of Jordan Baye, Hailee Griffin, Katie Sutherland and Celeste Berry. Also survived by many other loving relatives and friends. Mrs. Simon, age 68 years, was a resident of Bridge City, LA for the past thirty-five years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from Holy Guardian Angels Church, 1701 Bridge City Avenue, Bridge City, LA on Friday, November 24, 2006 at 12:00 noon. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the Church on Friday from 10:00 AM until funeral time. In lieu of flowers, Masses are preferred. Arrangements handled by WESTSIDE/ LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA. For information, call 341-9421. Times Picayune 11-22-2006 **************************************** 000787 Sinnott - Sandra Stiglets Sinnott, 43 years old of Kenner, LA, died Wednesday, November 1, 2006 in Mobile Alabama. Sandra was born Friday, April 26, 1963 in New Orleans, .She worked as a P.E. teacher, former aerobics studio owner and also worked in cardio rehabilitation. Surviving are parents, Glenn and Beverly Stiglets; sisters, Joy Budwine and Gay Chin; also by numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by grandparents: Agnes Guillory Millet, Ophe Benoit, Maxine Moreland Stiglets and Charles B. Stiglets. Friends will be received Monday, November 6, 2006 at Harry McKneely & Son Funeral Home in Hammond from 10:00a.m. until 12:30p.m. Services will be held at Holy Ghost Catholic Church, Monday, November 6, 2006 at 1:00P.M. Interment will follow in the Rose Memorial Park Cemetery, Hammond, Louisiana 70401. Email condolences to: hmckneely@i-55.com / subject line: Sinnott. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000788 Slang - Gussie Slang entered into eternal rest, at West Jefferson Speciality Hospital, on Saturday November 4, 2006 at 7:39p.m. Beloved wife of the late George Slang, Sr. Devoted mother of Eloise Hatton, Jesse Slang, Leroy (Annie) Slang, Ethel (Sammie) Slang, Frank (Marlene) Slang, Juanita Scott, and Isabell (Marion) Burks and the late Warnell Smith, Lucinda Pike, Gussie Nisby, and George Slang, Jr. Also survived numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, daughters-in-law, sons-in-law, and a host of other relatives and friends. Age 92 years. A native of Tensas Parish and a resident of Waggaman, La. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers, and members of Heavenly Star M.B.C, and neighboring churches; employees Lapalco Learning Center, Piccadilly's Cafeteria, Terry Parkway Learning Center, West Jefferson Medical Center, Louisiana Speciality Hospital 7th Floor Nursing Station, Small World, Vital Link, Westbank Primary Care Center, and West Jefferson 3rd Floor Nursing Station are invited to attend the Funeral Service from Heavenly Star Missionary B.C., 1020 Cohen St., Marrero, La. on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. Rev. Mack Stokes, Officiating. Visitation from 9:00 a.m. until service time at the above named church. Interment: will be private Arrangements by DAVIS MORTUARY SERVICES 230 Monroe St., Gretna, LA Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000789 Slater - Lindell (Mookie) Slater, Sr. on Sunday, October 22, 2006 in Houston, Texas at Veterans Administration Hospital. Husband of the late Carolyn Slater. Father of Lindell Slater, Jr. Son of Julia A. Slater and the late Joseph Slater, Sr. Brother of Henry Slater, Julia Slater and Evangelist Patsy Blackman. Brother-in-law of Elaine Slater and Rev. Robert Blackman. Grandfather of Liniah Slaters. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Lindell was born in New Orleans, LA. Sunrise: October 31, 1950 and lived in Texas for the past year after Hurricane Katrina. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of St. Anthony Divine Spiritual Temple of Christ, Greater St. Stephens Full Gospel, Little Zion B.C. #3; employees of Barrie Construction, Jefferson Parish Parkway and Veterans Administration Hospital (New Orleans and Houston) are invited to attend the service. Funeral Service in the Chapel of the Roses of Charbonnet-Labat Funeral Home, 1615 St. Philip St. on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 12:15 o'clock p.m. Rev. Earl Balckwell, officiating. Interment Providence Memorial Park, Metairie, LA. Visitation 11:30 o'clock a.m. in the Chapel. CHARBONNET-LABAT, Directors, 581-4411. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000790 Sloan - Eva Gloria Sloan on October 30, 2006 in Chicago, IL. Daughter of the late Leona (Lomar) Harris Louis and Walter J. Louis of Edgard, LA. Wife of Daniel C. Sloan. Mother of Barbara Ray, Linda Sloan, Shirley McInnis, Jackie Sloan and Donald Sloan (Judie). Sister of Viola Louis and Jeanetta Butler (Kernell), Altis Louis (Fabriola) and the late Cerelia Stipe and Helen Washington, all of Edgard, LA. Sister-in-law of Mathelma McDonald and Kirby Sloan. Grandmother of Ryan Dupre, Daniel Sloan and Courtney Hackler, Jakeeta McInnis, Laura Sloan, Shante Dixon, Jake McInnis III and Sidney Hackler. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A native of Edgard, LA. and a resident of Chicago. IL. Relatives and friends of the family, also Priest and Parishoners of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Edgard, LA. are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Tuesday, November 7, 2006 at 11:00 AM from the St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 2361 Hwy 18, Edgard, LA. Father Joel Cantones, Celebrant. Visitation at the Church after 9:00 AM. Entombment Church Mausoleum. The Baloney Funeral Home, LLC 399 Earl Baloney Dr. Garyville, LA. 70051 (985) 535-2540 In charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-6-2006 **************************************** 000791 Smith - Alvin 'Brother' Smith died Tuesday October 24, 2006 in Cleveland, Ohio. Age 82, a native of New Orleans and a resident of Cleveland. Survived by: wife, Rose Smith; son, Elmer Smith; 1 grandson, Brandon Doss; 1 great-grandson, Brandon Doss, Jr.; 5 sisters, Dolores S. Coleman of Compton, CA, Mildred Smith, Linconia F. Brooks, Ira Mae Medice, Rosalie S. Raheem and Zenobia Berry, all of New Orleans; 1 brother, Arthur Smith and 1 sister-in-law Ora Mae Smith. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A Memorial Service was held on Monday, October 30, 2006 in Cleveland, Ohio. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000792 Smith - Arley John Smith, Jr. of Pearl River, La. passed away on Friday, November 24, 2006. He was a veteran who served in the United States Navy and the Coast Guard and a 15-year member of the VFW Post #5174, Pearl River, La., 45-year member of the Pearl River Masonic Lodge and an 18-year member of the American Legion Post #374. Mr. Arley was also a Shriner for many years and he was recently nominated for the veteran of the year at Boyet Junior High School He is survived by his wife Ellaree Smith, 2 sons, Arley J. Smith, III and Leonard Smith, 2 brothers Troy and Jack Smith, a sister, Lois Rea and 7 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. from the chapel of D.T. Williams Funeral Home, Pearl River, La., with an Eastern Star Service starting at 11:45 a.m. and a Masonic service following at 12:00 noon. Brother Bob Heustes officiating. Interment to follow at Hickory Memorial Gardens, Pearl River, La. with military honors. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000793 Smith - Larry Charles 'Fingers' Smith on Friday, November 3, 2006 at Ochsner Hospital. Loving father of Shenell Boles and Sheretha Singleton. Also survived by 8 grandchildren, a host of other relatives and friends. Age 54. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Littlejohn Funeral Home, 2163 Aubry St. on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. Rev. Ishman Boles, officiating. Parlor visitation Tuesday 9:00 a.m. till hour of services. Interment Biloxi National Cemetery with Military Honors. Professional services entrusted to LITTLEJOHN'S FUNERAL HOME 2163 Aubry St. Cal K. Johnson, Manager-Funeral Director Information: (504) 940-0045 Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000794 Smith - Sheila Green Smith at Jefferson, LA on Friday, November 3, 2006. Age 54. Beloved mother of Toni Hatfield, Robyn Vincent and Rebekah Smith. Daughter of Rita Mae Ivey and the late Felton Green, Sr. Sister of Felton Jr. and Joseph Green, Sr. Also survived by 5 grandchildren: Raven, Traclyn and Jamyn Vincent, Bradlee Jacques and Baylee Robichaux. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Memorial Services from the Jefferson Home of Tharp- Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd. at 43rd St., Metairie, LA on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at 12:00 noon. Interment in Providence Memorial Park. Information: 835-2341. Times Picayune 11-7-2006 **************************************** 000795 Smith - Theresa Catherine Smith, born on December 16, 1936, was called home to journey to be in a better place, where sickness, sorrow and pain are no more on Friday, October 27, 2006. Daughter of the late Falmon Jones and Olga Goodman. Wife of the late Wilfred Anthony Smith, Sr. Mother of Ellena, Sylvia, Wardell, Lynette, David and Wilfred Smith, Jr. and Lamarsha Holmes. Sister-in-law of Eva Sylvester, Dorothy King and Jerry Smith. Also survived by 17 grandchildren, 23 great- grandchildren, a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family and St. Bernard Community are invited to attend the visitation on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 411 N. Rampart St. from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. Interment Holt Cemetery. NO WAKE. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC. in charge. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000796 Snider - Numa L. Snider passed away on Saturday, November 11, 2006. He was born in Slidell, LA on February 22, 1913 to the late Herbert and Zetella Chatellier Snider. Beloved husband of the late Billie B. Snider and survived by his daughters: Linda Robinson Stockton (Gerald) of Covington, Sue LeBlanc (Steve) of LaPlace, Sharon Nunez (Harry) of Covington and Mary Beth Snider of Wiggins, MS. He is also survived by seven grandchildren and sixteen great-grandchildren. Brother of the late Zetella Passman, Eunice Diano, Phoebe, Lillie, Genevieve, Herle and M.G. Snider. He lived with his wife most of his life in Norco, LA. They retired to Waveland, MS and have lived most recently back in Covington, LA. He was a WWII Veteran, was employed by GATX and Shell Oil Co. in Norco. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend her Funeral Services on Monday, November 13, 2006 at 2:00 PM from the Chapel at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, Inc., 2260 W. 21st Ave., Covington, LA 70433. Visiting hours will begin at 12:30 PM. Interment will follow services at Pinecrest Memorial Gardens in Covington. Sign our guestbook online www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000797 Soler - Harold Soler In loving memory of Harold passed into God's hands on Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at age 76. He was born of loving parents Florence Volker Soler and Narcise Henry Soler, and survived by two siblings: Yvonne Soler Shepherd and Merlin Jake Soler. Harold never married but spent his time on this earth doing what he loved : Fishing for speckled trout. He will be missed by his family and friends. He was a proud Mason of Lodge 311 in Slidell. Harold will be laid to rest next to his mother in St. Roch Cemetery in New Orleans. Harold, we will miss you and hope the fishing in heaven is great. May God bless. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Masonic Funeral Services will be held at HONAKER FUNERAL HOME,1751 GAUSE Blvd. WEST (IN FOREST LAWN CEMETERY), Slidell, LA on Friday, December 1, 2006 at 1:00 P.M. Friends may visit at the funeral home on Friday beginning at 11:00am.Burial will be in St. Roch Cemetery #2 in New Orleans. Arrangements by Honaker Funeral Home, Inc., Slidell, LA. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000798 Solis - Catherine McNamara Solis died on October 4, 2006 in Wilmington, N.C. at the age of 96. Beloved wife of the late Paul J. Solis. Loving mother of Marilyn Freeman and Barbara Vanderbrook. Mother-in-law of Jerrel Freeman and Van Vanderbrook. Daughter of the late Anna Walsh McNamara and William McNamara. Sister of the late Marvin McNamara, Cecelia M. Johnson, MIchael Robert McNamara and Elizabeth M. Pelous. Grandmother of Kevin and Nancy Vanderbrook, John and Jessica Vanderbrook, Scott and Mandy Vanderbrook, Michael and Helen Freeman, Anne and John Papanikolaou, Douglas and Mia Freeman and Craig and Jennifer Freeman. Also survived by 10 great-grandchildren, several nieces, nephews and cousins. Born in Ceylon, Wisconsin, Mrs. Solis was a resident of the New Orleans area and the Westbank for most of her life. She was relocated to North Carolina because of Hurricane Katrina. She was a dear and caring person who enjoyed reading and playing bridge. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a funeral mass at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, November 6, 2006 at St. Martha Church, 2555 Apollo in Harvey, La. Visitation from 9:30 a.m. until the 11:00 a.m. service. Interment in Garden of Memories, Metairie. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000799 Spako - Edna Spako, 71, passed away on November 23, 2006 after a 5 year battle with ovarian cancer. Daughter of Solomon David and Margaret (Hazel) Edwards. She is survived by her loving husband, David Spako (Duck), and four children David Spako, Karen S. Russo, Dale Spako , and Kerry Lynn Spako. She is also survived by seven grandchildren, Evan and Andrew Spako, Daniel, Nicole and Rebecca Russo, and Christina and Courtney Spako. She is preceded in death by daughter-in-law Laurie Spako. She is also survived by daughters-in-law Debbie Spako, Jodi Cummings, son-in-law John Russo. She is also survived by her sister Gloria Cambra and many nieces and nephews. Edna was loved by all who knew her. She will be remembered with love by all. May God welcome you with open arms. Till we meet again, know that we all miss you and love you. Relatives and friends are invited to say goodbye Wednesday, November 29, 2006 at Greenwood Funeral Home, 5200 Canal Boulevard, New Orleans, LA, 70124, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. A mass and burial will follow. In lieu of flowers, Edna requested that donations be made to the American Cancer Society. Times Picayune 11-27-2006 **************************************** 000800 Spears - David Spears, Jr. born in Mississippi on May 25, 1939 to Christine Spears and David Spears, Sr., soon after the family moved to New Orleans, LA; it became home. David became a musician at age 16 in New Orleans. He taught his self to play the organ and started his own band. He used his nickname, 'Junebug' and his band became June Spears and the Rockatears. June Spears and the Rockatears went on the road playing in many cities until he traveled to Key West, FL where he met and married Elsie Perez. They had four children and after living in Key West for over a decade, David moved the family to New Orleans in 1972. The town he called home. After moving to New Orleans, David discovering his son, Cornelius beating on objects with sticks, he realized that his son might have talent to play the drums. He worked with him and taught him to play drums at age 11. they formed a band and became June Spears and Son Plus One. David also had a day job. He worked for New Orleans Parish School Board where he later retired. David was preceded in death by his son, Cornelius Spears who died on May 12, 1987. David is survived by his loving children: daughters: Tracy Lanier and Decoty Moore; and his son, David Spears III; a stepdaughter, Cynthia Ball; grandchildren: Veljon, Dontez, Wilbert and Winton. He is also survived by his sisters and brothers: Rosemary Hart, Eastermary Blackman, Christine Thomas, Willie Spears, Cornelius Spears, Rodney Spears, Laverne Spears; and girlfriend, Jane Jackson. In addition he will be missed by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and countless friends. REST IN PEACE DADDY. Services will be held Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans, LA. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000801 Spincer - Brandon Warren Spincer died on Monday, November 20, 2006. Beloved son of Barbara Spincer Kennedy and Barry Shawn Kennedy. Grandson of Mary Kennedy, John McCullum, the late Richard Kennedy and Lucille Spencer-Haynes. Great-grandson of Maggie Griffin. Father of Branisha Warrion Spincer and Brandon Warren Spincer, Jr. Brother of Barry Lamar Spencer and Quotasha Monique Spincer and Christopher Lambert Spincer. Also survived by aunts, uncles, nieces, nephew, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Watson Memorial Teaching Ministry; the entire Tulane University family; employees of Girls and Boys Town, Loyola Dining Services and Kinder Morgan Liquids Terminals, LLC and principal, faculty, staff and Class of 2001 of St. Augustine High School are invited to attend the funeral. Services have been scheduled for Monday, November 27, 2006 at Watson Memorial Teaching Ministry, 4400 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA at 11:00 a.m. Pastor Tom Watson, officiating. The visitation will begin on Monday at the Church from 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Providence Memorial Park. Arrangements by D.W. RHODES FUNERAL HOME, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna, LA. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000802 Spitzmilller - Robert F. Spitzmilller Jr. passed away on November 6, 2006 at his home in Mandeville, La. He was 70 years old. He was born in Buffalo, New York where he graduated from Nichols High School. He then attended Trinity College in Connecticut. Mr. Spitzmiller was a bank loan officer for 40 years, beginning at M and T Bank in Buffalo and retiring from Regions Bank in 2001. A man of wit and humor, he is survived by his wife, Beverly Toebben Spitzmiller, son and daughter- in-law, Robert and Kelley Spitzmiller of Wharton, Texas, daughter and son-in-law, Lisa Spitzmiller Schultz and Hans Schultz of Eugene, Oregon, sons Christopher Spitzmiller of New York City and Cameron Spitzmiller of Burlington, Vermont and four grandchildren. Also, surviving him is a brother and sister-in-law, Frank and Bonnie Spitzmiller of Vero Beach, Florida and a sister and brother-in-law, Sally and Michael Vincent of Buffalo; and his faithful sitter Dishika Dillon. Robert was a member of Mandeville Rotary Club, Pontchartrain Yacht Club, and participated in the mentoring program at Madisonville Elementary. Hobbies included gardening, sailing, and walking his dog 'Susie' on the lakefront. He also started the Mandeville Lakefront Fourth of July Fireworks Display in l986. Visitation will be on Saturday, November 11, 2006 from noon to 1 PM at St. Timothy United Methodist Church 335 Asbury Dr., in Mandeville with a memorial service at 1 PM. Following the service, there will be additional visitation at Pontchartrain Yacht Club from 2:30 to 5:30 PM. Memorial donations may be made to The HOST for Hospice or the Mandeville Rotary Scholarship Fund. Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000803 Spizer - David Spizer, M.D., a retired pediatrician, died on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at the age of 85. He was a lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA and a graduate of Fortier High School, Louisiana State University and Louisiana State University Medical School in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Spizer was a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Louisiana Pediatrics Society, the Orleans Parish Medical Society and the Louisiana State Medical Society. He served on the staff of Hotel Dieu Hospital, Pendleton Methodist Memorial Hospital, Touro Infimary and on the Pediatric staff at the Louisiana State Medical School. Dr. Spizer served as a medical officer in the United States Navy in World War II and in the Korean War. He practiced pediatrics in Gentilly and New Orleans East for 40 years. He was a member of Congregation Temple Sinai, a member of the New Orleans Athletic Club and Lakewood Country Club. He played bridge regularly at the Bridge Center after his retirement. Dr. Spizer was an original New Orleans Saints season ticket holder and maintained his season tickets in the family. He is survived by his wife, Jean Spizer; and his three children: Dale Aronson, Jan Seltzer and Bruce Spizer; four grandchildren: Lee Aronson of Shreveport, LA, Beth Aronson Slater of Melbourne, Australia, Corinne Seltzer of Atlanta, GA and Amy Seltzer Malish; and two great-grandchildren: Sarah and Leah Slater both of Melbourne, Australia. Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. from the Feibelman Chapel of Temple Sinai, 6227 St. Charles Avenue with Rabbi Edward Paul Cohn, officiating. Visitation at the Temple from 12:30 p.m. until service time. Interment in Hebrew Rest Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to your favorite charity. THARP-SONTHEIMER-THARP FUNERAL HOME, Metairie, LA in charge of arrangements. Information: (504) 835-2341. Times Picayune 11-9- 2006 **************************************** 000804 St. Julien - George Joseph St. Julien, after a long illness, passed away on Tuesday, November 7, 2006 in Lawrenceville, GA. Age 77. A retired Senior Master Sergeant of the United States Air Force and also a civilian retiree of Avondale Shipyard. Son of the late Jefferson St. Julien and the late Lucy Detiege St. Julien. Beloved husband of Yvette Taylor St. Julien. Father of Tracy St. Julien, Leslie (Juan F.) St. Julien Smith, Paige St. Julien, Monique (Cedric A.) St. Julien Bailey and Paul (Sherell M.) St. Julien. Brother of James St. Julien Sr. and Patricia St. Julien Bennett. Brother-in-law of Robert Taylor, Thoine Taylor, Aline D. St. Julien and Selma A. St. Julien. Also survived by 8 grandchildren, many devoted nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the St. Julien Family, also parishioners of Epiphany Catholic Church are invited to attend A Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at Corpus Christi Catholic Church, 2022 St. Bernard Ave., NOLA. at 11:00 A.M. Visitation at 9:30 A.M. Interment in St. Roch Cemetery No 2., NOLA. Services entrusted to LOUISIANA UNDERTAKING CO., INC. 1449 N. Claiborne Ave., NOLA 70116 Information: (504) 945-2145 Jeffery K. Jenkins/Renard A. Boissiere Directors Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000805 St. Pierre - Conrad Joseph St. Pierre, born February 16, 1924 passed away on November 16, 2006. Beloved husband of the late Anna St. Pierre. Son of the late Almera Deemer St. Pierre and Joseph E. St. Pierre, Jr. Father of Janet Fischer of Bossier City, LA, Pamela Murphy of Sugar Land, TX, Connie Andersen of Folsom, LA and Conrad Mark St. Pierre. Father-in-law of Gary H. Fischer, Edward J. Murphy, II, John A. Andersen and Gwen Gandolini St. Pierre. Grandfather of Cye James Fischer of Fort Worth, TX, Katherine Bakewell Murphy of Sugar Land, TX, Jessica Lin Andersen, Taylor Nicholas St. Pierre and Zachary Joseph St. Pierre. Brother of Sarita St. Pierre Schubert. Mr. St. Pierre is a graduate of Gretna High School and Tulane University and was an Eagle Scout. He was a lifelong member of Gretna Presbyterian Church and co-owner with his late wife of St. Pierre Pharmacy in Marrero. He was also a member of William D. White Masonic Lodge, U.S. Power Squadron and Boy Scouts of America. The family would like to extend a sincere thanks to Doctors and Staff of Tulane University Hospital and Abdominal Transplant Unit, Doctors and Staff of Canon Hospice and Staff and Residents of St. Francis Villa Assisted Living Facility for their care given to Mr. St. Pierre. Relatives and friends of the family, also employees of Whitney Bank and ConocoPhillips Alliance Refinery are invited to attend the Funeral Services in the Chapel of Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Monday, November 20, 2006 at 9AM. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation at the funeral home on Sunday, November 19, 2006 from 6PM until 10PM with Masonic Services beginning at 7:30PM. Visitation will resume on Monday, November 20, 2006 from 7:30AM until Funeral time. Times Picayune 11-18-2006 **************************************** 000806 Starks - Edwina Juanita (Weeny) Starks on Sunday, November 5, 2006 at Memorial Herman Hospital in Houston, Texas. Mother Linda and Michael Starks and the late Louis Starks. Daughter of Edwina H. Starks and the Late Henry Starks, Sr. Grandmother of Dionca, Freddie, Chante and Lawrence Michael Starks and Loquesha Robertson. Great grandmother of Mercedes and Asia Hill. Step-greatgrandmother of Jamal Joseph. Sister of Gwendolyn, Connie, Ronald, Lionel and Henry Starks, and the late Leo Ricardo (Ricky) Starks. Also survived by 1 sister-in-law, Mary Starks, a host of other relatives and friends. Age 63 years. A native of New Orleans, La. and a resident of Houston, Texas for 1 year. Relatives and friends of the family; Also pastors, officers and members of Mt. Everest B. C., Apostolic Outreach Center, Spring of Life Church Of Houston, Texas and all neighboring churches; St. Bernard Community; employees of Payne's Home Care of New Orleans and Creation Living of Houston Texas are invited to attend the Funeral Service from Mt. Everest Baptist Church, 2837 First St., New Orleans, La. on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. Rev. Thomas Glover - Officiating. (No Wake). Visitation from 9:00 a.m. until service time. Entombment: Providence Cemetery, Metairie, La. Arrangements by DAVIS MORTUARY SERVICES 230 Monroe St., Gretna, LA Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000807 Staub - Vicki Hutson Staub, a resident of New Orleans, Louisiana, passed away Sunday, November 5, 2006 after a long battle with cancer. A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at Trinity Evangelical Free Church, 19380 N. 10th St., Covington, Louisiana at 7:00 p.m. She is survived by her husband of 32 years, Raymond 'Chuck' Staub; children: Dale (Jason) Miller, Becki Burke and Vivi (Rob) Macrory; stepchildren: Shannon (Jeff) Althouse, Sheri Daigle, Kelly (Monique) Daigle and Stephanie (David) Gaitan; and 10 grandcildren: Joshua Miller, Kalex Moffitt, Preston Macrory, Kristen and Kylan Althouse, Korey, Kyle and Kolby Daigle, and Hayley and Harrison Gaitan. She is alo survived by her brothers and sisters: Jerry Hutson, Jack (Janice) Hutson, Jim (Sarah) Hutson, Larry (Doris) Hutson, Robert Hutson, Mary (Bob) Holland, Jeannie Moorey and Susan (Glin) Jay. A visitation will be held Thursday, November 9 beginning at 8:00 a.m. at GREENWOOD FUNERAL HOME, 5200 Canal Blvd. (in Greenwood Cemetery), New Orleans, Louisiana followed by Funeral Services and burial at 11:00 a.m. at Greenwood Cemetery. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.greenwoodfuneralhome.com. Times Picayune 11-8-2006 **************************************** 000808 Stelljes - Verdie Bale Stelljes passed away Friday, November 24, 2006, in Nacogdoches, Texas. Survivors include one son Noah B. Bale and wife Terry (Carroll); one daughter Patsy (Lott) Bane and husband Victor; one granddaughter Carrie (Lott) Boudreaux and husband (Bill); two great-granddaughters Bailey and Brenna Boudreaux. Private graveside services were held at Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum, 5454 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans, LA on Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at 2:00 PM. LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME was in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000809 Stepter - George (Sonnyboy) Stepter, born October 4, 1941, died November 21, 2006 at Ochsner Medical Center. Born to the late Carrie and Jethro Stepter. Husband of Mary Dean Stepter. Father of Charles, Taranisha, George, (Meme) Lionel, Linda and Debbie Carrie. Brother of Mary S. Williams, Vertis Caldwell, Erma Stepter, Ruth S. Nash, Ardell (Margarite) Stepter and Roosevelt (Ethel) Stepter. Grandfather of Charlisha, Jasmine, Makayla and Tamesha. Sister-in-law: Rebecca Stepter. He was preceded in death by Jessie Mae Allen, Herman Turner, Artee Stepter, Arlanda Stepter, Nathaniel Chandler and Julious Stepter. Also survived by a host of other relatives and devoted friends. Pastors, officers and members of Grace Fellowship Missionary B.C. and Teaching Ministries, Rising Star B.C., St. John B.C., St. James Church of God in Christ, Mt. Pleasant M.B.C., Chicago, III St. Joan of Arc, Irish Channel Christian Fellowship and all other neighboring churches are invited to attend Funeral Services to be held Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. Visitation 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at Rising Star MBC, 8817 Hickory Street, New Orleans, La. 70118. Rev. C.L. Franklin, pastor. Pastor Gerald C. Brown of Grace Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church officiating. Interment: Mt. Sinai Baptist Church Cemetery. Pastor Jehu White Conducting Graveside Service, 50- 33 Mt. Sinai Road, Liberty, Ms. Arrangements by D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, Gretna, Louisiana. Times Picayune 11-27-2006 **************************************** 000810 Stetzer - Irving Stetzer, born May 10, 1913, passed away October 27, 2006 in Houston, TX . He is survived by his wife Gladys Stetzer, daughter Cynthia Stetzer, son Richard Stetzer and wife Celine. He is also survived by 3 grandchildren, Marc, Bryan and Rebecca Stetzer and great-granddaughter Jordan Stetzer, all of Houston. The funeral was held in Houston . Memorial donations may be sent to Congregation Gates of Prayer, 4000 W. Esplanade, Metairie, LA 70002 or Jewish War Veterans, 1811 R St NW, Washington DC 20009. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000811 Stevens - Warren Stevens, Sr. at River Parishes Hospital, LaPlace, La. at 11:01 p.m. Thursday, October 26, 2006. Son of the late Celestin Stevens, Sr. and Sedonia Victor Stevens. Husband by first marriage to the late Euradell Wallace Stevens and by second marriage to Irma Jean Watson Stevens of Lutcher, La. Father of Carla, Erika and Warren Stevens, Jr. and wife Nadine. Step-father of Fredrick Williams, Jr. Brother of Evelyn (Huey, Sr.) Flemming, Thelma, Raymond (Janet) and Walter Stevens, Sr. and the late Virginia Walker, Odeal Matthews, Joseph Matthews and Clarence and Celestin Stevens, Jr. Also survived by three grandchildren, Kendrick Williams and Kaylen and Tyson Stevens. Also survived by a number of nieces, nephews, sisters and brothers-in-law, cousins, other relatives and friends. Age 62. Visiting at King Solomon Baptist Church, Courseault Street, Lutcher, La. Thursday, November 2, 2006 from 9:30 a.m. until religious services at 11:00 a.m. conducted by the Rev. Benjamin Scott. Interment in Western Cemetery in Lutcher, La. There will be no viewing of the remains after the funeral. Brazier- Watson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000812 Stevenson - Norielle Crisie Stevenson, age 3 months, born July 23, 2006, passed on Sunday, Novermber 6, 2006. Survivors parents: Noralisa Octavia Howard and Christopher Harold Stevenson; and grandparents: Kevin Jones, Terese Howard- Jones, Christina Stevenson, Genera Bolden, Mary C. Howard, Yvette Stevenson, Andrew Robinson, Waldo Sr. and Jean Jones; and a host of aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends and relatives are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church, 1126 N. Robertson Street, New Orleans, LA. Rev. Sidney Joshua, Pastor. Visitation 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Rev. Fred Luter, Jr. of Franklin Avenue Baptist Church - officiating. Interment Providence Memorial Park. Arrangements by D.W. RHODES FUNERAL HOME, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna, LA. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000813 Stewart - Julia Anita Stewart, born June 22, 1935, deceased Thursday, November 9, 2006. The daughter of the late Mr. Morris Stewart of New Orleans, LA and Mary Eliza Earl Stewart of Gonzales, LA. Although never married, she is survived by three brothers: Joseph Stewart, Stevenson Earl and Dennis Earl. She leaves two sisters: Natalie Stewart Rixsner and Gloria Earl Kennedy. She is survived by 14 nieces, 19 nephews, 10 great-nieces, 10 great-nephews, numerous cousins from the Earl and Stewart families; many personal friends from he Sandra Willliams and Shirley Everey families, many public school and college professor acquaintances and associates, as well as host of other friends from New York City to Belair, California. She joins in eteranl repose her lifelong companion, Mr. Harding Berger, Sr. and her oldest brother, Morris Stewart, Jr. She attended Bethlehem Lutheran School grades one thru 8th, W.L. Cohen ninth grade thru twelth. She attended Selma Alabama Lutheran College, gradaute of St. Mary's Dominican College, graduate of Xavier University and graduate of North Easton University. She held three Masters' degrees in Mathematics and Special Education. Julia Anita Stewart taught devoted and faithfully in the Lutheran School System here in New Orleans at St. Paul's Lutheran School on Annette Street. She taught Lutheran School at Trinity Lutheran School in the Ninth Ward. Ms. Stewart taught Mathematics and Special Education in the Orleans Parish School Sytem for many years. Her devotion and love for children and their up bringing saw her devote 41 years of her life as a school instructor full time. She will be lovingly held in esteem and greatly loved. She will be sadly mourned and missed. She can never be replaced. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of St. Matthew's Lutheran Church; college professors, associates, teachers, employees, staff and students of the above named public schools, Lutheran schools and universities are invited to attend the Wake on Friday, November 17, 2006 at Gertrude Geddes Willis Funeral Home, 2120 Jackson Avenue from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Visitation on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, 4127 Franklin Avenue from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon. Followed by Funeral Services at 12:00 noon. Interment Providence Memorial Park. NO WAKE. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC. in charge. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000814 Stewart - Larry Raymond Stewart, born on June 27, 1956 to the late Leo William Stewart, Sr. and Elizabeth Shepard Stewart in Chicago, Illinois, called to glory on Thursday, October 26, 2006 at his home in Harvey, LA. Devoted husband of Sherrie Ann Jackson Stewart. Educated in the Orleans Parish School System and a graduate of Walter L. Cohen Senior High School. Employed with Fairfield Industries as an engineer. Bro. Stewart leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Sherrie Ann Jackson Stewart; 4 sons: nathaniel and Derrance Stewart, Kentrell Narcisse and Larry Shelley; 3 daughters: Nicole and Latoya Stewart and Ashley Morris; 1 sister, Gloria Hubbard; 3 brothers: Charles, Earl (Sandra) and Leo William Stewart, Jr.; 8 grandchildren; mother-in-law, Beverly Gray; 2 brothers-in-law: Melvin Jackson and Pastor William P. Jackson, Sr. (Andrea); 1 sister-in-law, Eulete Patrick (Tommy); 10 nieces and nephews; 1 godchild, Lawrence Forcell; 4 aunts-in-law; 2 uncles-in- law; devotec cousin, Debra Stewart; and a host of great-nieces, -nephews, relatives and friends. Devoted friend of Bernard (Bo) Wilson, Cornelius (Paul) Pickney, the Muse and Forcell families, Minister Rachelle Thomas and Minister Andrea M. Jackson. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Greater St. James B.C., Progressive Word Fellowship Church, First Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, Greater New Zion Baptist Church (San Antonio, TX) and New Home Ministries, LaPlace, LA; employes of Fairfield Industries, DHS-FEMA; faculty and students (football team) of St. Augustine High School, Tidewater Marine, SIU, TCA, Y.E.P., C.R. Pittman Construction, Tulane University Hospital and Liberty Bank are invited to attend a Homegoing Celebration at Greater St. James Baptist Church, 425 Seventh St. on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. Visitation at 8:00 a.m. until funeral time. Pastor William P. Jackson, Sr. officiating. Interment Providence Memorial Park, 8200 Airline Drive, Metairie, LA. NO WAKE. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC. in charge. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000815 Stewart - Lilly (Gon Gon) Nicholas Stewart Gon Gon's only fear of dying was that she would leave behind the multitude of loved ones who treasured her each and every day. She died at her daughter's residence in Gonzales, LA at 1:10 a.m., Saturday, October 28, 2006. She was 86. She was the daugher of the late Oville Nicholas and Rebecca Burns Nicholas. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest Stewart, Sr. Mother and mother-in-law of Rebecca and Donald Green, Sherry and Melvin Burnett, June Marie and Kenneth Washington, Betty and Joseph Davis, Sr., Reginald and Mary Beth Stewart, Ernest Stewart, Jr. and wife, Janet, Donna Stewart and companion Mack Graves, Sr., Rose, Sharon and Varie Mae Stewart, Viola Francis, Yvonne Fobb, Janice Banks and the late Lester Stewart. Sister of Sedonia Williams, Ruby Lewis and Joseph (Bertha) Blunt, the late Mildred Wells and Emily Anderson. Also survived by 39 grandchildren, 49 great-grandchildren, 3 great- great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Visitation at Pilgrim Baptist Church, Convent, LA on Friday, November 3, 2006 from 9:30 a.m. until Religious Services at 11:00 a.m. conducted by the Rev. Gaynell Simon. Burial in St. James United Methodist Church Cemetery, Convent, LA. BRAZIER-WATSON FUNERAL HOME in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000816 Stilwell - Victor E. Stilwell, Jr. Prominent Attorney Victor E. Stilwell, Jr, a prominent New Orleans attorney, died unexpectedly of natural causes at home on Friday, November 24, 2006. He was 67. Victor was born in Plainfield, New Jersey and moved to New Orleans in 1956. He graduated from Tulane University in 1965, summa cum laude, with a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture. It was during this time that Victor developed his love of New Orleans culture and architecture. In 1967 he received a Master's Degree in Architecture, summa cum laude, from Princeton University. His graduate thesis addressed Vieux Carre waterfront development. Mr. Stilwell was a licensed architect, working with Charles Colbert, a local architect, and was then hired by August Perez and Associates, which later became Perez Architects. While with Perez, Mr. Stilwell was involved in the design and construction administration of the Hale Boggs Federal Courthouse Complex. He attended night school at Loyola Law School and received his J.D. from Loyola in 1976. He was hired by Deutsch, Kerrigan & Stiles, L.L.P, as an associate that same year and became a partner with the firm in 1979. Immediately upon his arrival at DK&S, Mr. Stilwell became involved in litigation arising out of the Continental Grain explosion. During his tenure with DK&S, he was involved in major litigation arising out of the design and construction of the Waterford III Nuclear Power Plant, the Louisiana Superdome and many other prominent buildings throughout the Metropolitan New Orleans area. He also was involved in the defense of the principal designer of the original span of the Crescent City Connection in connection with the numerous crossover accidents on that bridge before the second span was constructed. Over the last thirty years, he has been a friend and an advisor to many of the architects and engineers in this community. 'Victor was dedicated and devoted to both of his professions, and his vast knowledge of architecture and construction made him an invaluable asset to his many clients', said Richard Montgomery, the firm's managing partner. Victor was a member of the national, state and local chapters of the American Institute of Architects and the American Bar Association and it Forum Committee on the Construction Industry. For many years, he was a visiting lecturer at the Tulane School of Architecture, where he taught a course on legal aspects of the practice of architecture. His distinguished legal career was recognized when he was voted by his peers as one of the 'Best Lawyers in America' and 'Top Lawyers of New Orleans'. For 2007, Mr. Stilwell was named by his peers as one of 'Louisiana's Super Lawyers'. Victor is survived by his wife Lynette Greene Stilwell, his mother Constance Huber Stilwell, and his sister Heather Stilwell Vaseff, both of Decatur, Georgia. Visitation for family and friends will be from 6:00-8:00 PM on Wednesday, November 29th at Greenwood Funeral Home and Chapel, 5200 Canal Boulevard (in Greenwood Cemetery). A funeral mass will be held on Thursday, November 30th at 11:00 AM. Internment will be private. Donations may be made to the Louisiana SPCA (LSPCA ) 701 Thayer Street, New Orleans, LA 70114). To sign or view the family guest book, please go to www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000817 Stilwell - Victor E. Stilwell, Jr., a partner with Deutsch, Kerrigan and Stiles, died on Friday, November 24, 2007. Age 67 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at Greenwood Funeral Home, 5200 Canal Blvd. (in Greenwood Cemetery) on Thursday, November 30, 2006 at 11:00 AM. Visitation Wednesday evening from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. and Thursday morning from 10:00 AM until funeral time. Internment will be private. In lieu of usual remembrances, contributions to the LSPCA, 701 Thayer St., New Orleans, LA 70114 are preferred. LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME is in charge of arrangements. To view and sign the family register, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000818 Strassel - David Walter Strassel 'King Crab Eternal' On the evening of Friday, November 10, 2006, Dave passed away in his sleep from an apparent heart attack. A native New Orleanian, Dave graduated from Chalmette High School in 1966 and the University of Southwestern Louisiana in 1970, where he was a member Phi Kappa Theta Fraternity. After a brief time in New Orleans, he returned to Lafayette and enjoyed a lifetime career as an agent with Dwight Andrus Insurance. 'King Crab Eternal' as his crabbing buddies knew him, was an avid reader, enjoyed the theater, films, art, and especially live music. He was a life long supporter of the New Orleans Jazz Fest and Festival International de Louisiana and at one time was a partner in the Grant Street Dance Hall with his cousin, Dan Buckley, Charlie Goodson, and Stan Goudeau. His sarcastic wit will be missed by the many people who have introduced themselves as 'I'm a friend of David Strassel'. He is survived by his sister, Julie Ann Strassel and preceded in death by his parents, Julius Andrew Strassel and Marie Louise Schwartz Strassel; his former wife, Lynn Groesch and his godchild, Mrs. Amy Vogt Cartwell. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the English Lutheran Church, 3701 Cleary Avenue, Metairie, Louisiana 70002. Memorial Services will be held Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at 1:00 PM in La Chapelle de Martin & Castille. Visiting hours will be observed Tuesday from 12 Noon until service time at Martin & Castille Funeral Home in Lafayette. View the obituary and guestbook online at www.mourning.com. Martin & Castille Funeral Home, Inc. of Lafayette has been chosen to help with the arrangements. (337) 234-2311. Times Picayune 11-13-2006 **************************************** 000819 Stuntz - Shirley McCants Stuntz on Saturday, November 18, 2006. Beloved wife for 50 years to the late Walter P. Stuntz. Mother of Steven Paul, Scott Allen, Shari Anne and Shane Joseph Stuntz. Daughter of the late Geneva Josephine Whichard McCants and Junius Earl McCants, Sr. Sister of Elizabeth M. Fink, Constance M. Reese, Emile Harold McCants, John Collingsworth McCants, Lydia M. Caffarel, Ida Mae Woods and the late Earl McCants, Jr. Also survived by 8 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. Age 69 years. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA for the past 6 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services in the Parlor of Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation at the Funeral Home on Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Times Picayune 11- 21-2006 **************************************** 000820 Sullivan - John 'Jack' Sullivan died of cancer on Thursday, October 26, 2006 at his home in Cary, NC where he relocated after Hurricane Katrina. Jack was a Physics Professor at UNO for 26 years. He is survived by his wife, Joan, children, grandchildren and many family and friends. Memorial Services will be private. Donations to Cure Autism Now are preferred in lieu of flowers. Friends may sign the T-P online guestbook. Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000821 Sutherland - Stanley Louis Sutherland, Jr., a retired Training Supervisor with Union Carbide/Dow St. Charles, on Sunday, November 19, 2006. Beloved husband of the late Barbara Juneau Sutherland. Father of Monique Massi and Stacy Tassin. Father-in-law of Christopher Massi and Kevin Tassin. Brother of Thais Favrot, Pat Sutherland, Suzanne Ochello and Ed Sutherland. Son of the late Stanley L. Sutherland, Sr. and Frances Tullier Sutherland. Proud grandfather or Jonathan and Jacob Massi, Garrett and Evan Tassin. Age 67 years. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Norco for the past 38 years. Mr. Sutherland was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Algiers, LA. Relatives and friends of the family, also employees of Union Carbide/Dow St. Charles and St. Charles Parish School System are invited to attend a Funeral Service at Trinity Lutheran Church, 620 Eliza Street, Algiers, La on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at 10AM. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 from 6PM until 9PM and on Wednesday from 8AM until 9:30AM. Mothe Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Information: 366-4343. Times Picayune 11-21-2006 **************************************** 000822 Swafford - John Swafford, Sr. on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at River Region Hospice, River Ridge, La. Son of the late Lucy Hagan and Lonnie Swafford. Father of Arthur Swafford, Alice Marie Swafford, Brenda Swafford, Roberta Miller and William Swafford, all of Oakland, California, Greg of New Orleans, La., Durell of Atlanta, Georgia; John, Jr. and Andre (Sonny) Swafford, both of LaPlace, La. Brother of Willie Swafford of Sorento, La., Annie White of Colfax, La., Charles Swafford of San Diego, California and the late Doretha Chambers of Winnsboro, La. Also survived by 16 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Age 75 years. A native of Colfax, La and a resident of LaPlace, La. Relatives and friends of the family, also priest and parishioners of Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church and all neighboring churches and employees and clients of A Cut Above of LaPlace, LLC are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church, 772 Highway 44 (River Road), Reserve, La. on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Father Joseph Rodney, celebrant. Interment: St. Peter Cemetery, Reserve, La. Visitation at the above-named church from 9:00 a.m. until Mass time. SERVICED BY ROBOTTOM Times Picayune 11-13-2006 **************************************** 000823 Swanner - Norman Ernest Swanner, age 56, Thibodaux Councilman born July 23, 1950, died Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at 3:00 P.M. A native of New Orleans and a resident of Thibodaux, LA. Mr Swanner was a Thibodaux City Councilman and a good friend to many. We have lost a great friend and family man. Survived by: wife, Mary Deborah Mabry Swanner; son, Douglass 'Doug' Swanner and wife Tina Robichaux Swanner; daughter, Jamie Beth Swanner; brothers, James 'Butch' Swanner and Neal Swanner; and grandchild, Katelyn Swanner (her Bubbles). Preceded in death by: parents, Norman Edger and Mildred Anglin Swanner. Relatives and friends are invited to attend visitation at Thibodaux Funeral Home on Friday, November 10, 2006 from 6:00 P.M. until 10:00 P.M. and on Saturday, November 11, 2006 from 8:00 A.M. until funeral time. Religious services to be held in Thibodaux Funeral Home Chapel on Saturday at 12:00 noon. Burial in St. Joseph Cemetery in Thibodaux, LA. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Norman Swanner Scholarship Fund, NSU Foundation, PO Box 2074, Thibodaux, LA 70310. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000824 Swatt - Claudette V. 'Twin' Swatt died on Wednesday, October 25, 2006 at her residence. Funeral Services have been scheduled at D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 1020 Virgil St., Gretna, LA on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation to begin at 9:00 a.m. Interment Christian Social Cemetery. Times Picayune 11-1- 2006 **************************************** 000825 Talazac - Norman Francis Talazac passed away on Sunday, November 5, 2006 at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Lafayette, LA. Beloved husband of Susan B.Talazac. Loving father of Chantelle M. Talazac, Crystal G. Hoffman and step-daughter Angela A. Gaffney. Son of the late Alfred Talazac and Mildred Serigne Talazac. He is also survived by 4 grandchildren: Victoria, Macy, Cameron and Carlee. Age 58. Mr. Talazac was a native of Chalmette, LA and a resident of Lafayette, LA. He owned Coach's Auto Sales. The Funeral Mass will be celebrated in the Chapel of Lamana- Panno-Fallo Funeral Home, 1717 Veterans Memorial Boulevard, Metairie, LA on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at 10:00 am. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral. Visitation will be on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 from 6:00-9:00 pm and on Thursday from 9:00-10:00 am. Interment will follow in St. Louis No. 3 Cemetery, 3421 Esplanade Ave., New Orleans, LA. Arrangements by JACOB SCHOEN AND SON FUNERAL DIRECTORS. Guests may sign the guestbook online at www.legacy.com Times Picayune 11-8-2006 **************************************** 000826 Talley - Mary Elizabeth Talley, a native of Hammond, LA and a resident of Sun, LA, died on Monday evening, October 29, 2006 at Heritage Manor of Mandeville, LA at the age of 70. She was a member of First Pentecoastal Church of Bogalusa, LA. She was survived by her husband, Richard Talley of Sun, LA; 3 sons: Charles Wayne (Jodi) Talley of Sun, LA, Troy Lavern (Diana) Talley of Bush, LA and Russell Paul (Lynn) Talley of Bush, LA; 3 daughters: Paula Denise (Royce) Crow of Sun, LA, Elizabeth Renee' (Bruce) Bryant of Mobile, AL and Andrea Leigh (Andrew) Wheat of Milton, FL; 12 grandchildren: Kari Jordan, Alicia Fussell, Brandon Crow, Jeremy Talley, Karen Kyle, Cody Talley, Sam Talley, Matthew Talley, Jason Talley, Ashton Wheat, Anthony Wheat and Jaden Bryant; 2 brothers: T.C. (Evelyn) Calmes of Hammond, LA and James 'Jim' (Norma) Calmes of Deer Park, Washington; 1 sister, Linda Lester of Hammond, LA; and mother-in-law of Neola J. Talley. She is also survived by 7 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents: Charles and Ella Calmes. Funeral Services will be held at the First Pentecostal Church of Bogalusa, Hwy. 21, Bogalusa, LA on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at Rev. Mark Whitehead and Rev. Kevin Cox, officiating. Interment will follow in the Talley's Chapel Church Cemetery, Sun, LA. Visitation will be held at Brown McGehee Funeral Home, 610 Avenue F., Bogalusa, LA on Wednesday evening from 5:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. and again on Thursday morning at the Church from 9:00 a.m. until service time. A special 'Thank You' to St. Catherine's Hospice and Heritage Manor of Mandeville, LA. Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000827 Tamborella - Ray Salvador Tamborella died at 9:08PM on Friday, November 3, 2006 at his residence near Amite, LA. He was a native of New Orleans, LA. Age 68 years. Visitation at McKneely Funeral Home, Amite, LA from 11:00 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. on Monday, November 6, 2006. Religious Services at Sharon Baptist Church at 2:00PM Monday. Services conducted by Elder Mason Miley and Elder Mark Harrison. Interment Sharon Cemetery, Amite, LA. Survived by wife, Patsy P. Tamborella, Amite, LA; step-son, Randall O. Franklin, Sr., Abita, 2 grandsons, Brandan L. Franklin and Randall O. Franklin, Jr.; brother, George Tamborella, Kiln, MS; special niece, nephew, and children: Eddy and Pauline Guy, Milton, FL, Vickie and Luigi; numerous other nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by, parents: Joe and Pauline Lingo Tamborella; and 4 brothers, Joseph, Johnny, James, and Fred Tamborella. For more information, visit http:// www.mckneelys.com. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000828 Taromina - Peter A. Taromina died on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 8:45 PM. A native of Independence LA. and a graduate of Independence High School. He served his country in the U.S. Army in the Korean Conflict. Married to Rosemary Piccolo in July 1957. To this union, three children were born, Pamela Taromina Ferguson, Richard Taromina and Gina Taromina. Retired from Pellerin Milnor Corp. and a member of Our Lady of Divine Providence Parish in Metairie. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at 2:00 PM. Visitation Wednesday afternoon from 12:00 noon until funeral time. Interment will follow in All Saints Mausoleum. Times Picayune 11-19- 2006 **************************************** 000829 Temple - Robert Temple, Sr. passed away on Wednesday, November 15, 2006. Age 97. A resident of Amite, LA. Funeral Service on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at Butler AME Church, Amite, LA. Visitation Friday, November 17th at Richardson Funeral Home, Amite, LA from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. Interment Butler Cemetery, Amite, LA. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000830 Templet - Leroy Templet passed away on Tuesday November 14, 2006 at the age of 80. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral services at 1:00 PM on Friday, November 17, 2006 at SCHOEN FUNERAL HOME of COVINGTON. Visitation will begin at 10:00 AM until service time. Interment will follow in GARDEN of MEMORIES, Metairie,LA. Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000831 Terrebonne - Pearl Dugas Terrebonne passed away on Wednesday, November 8, 2006. Beloved wife of the late Charles 'Buddy' Terrebonne. Mother of Charles Anthony Michael Terrebonne, Sr., Ronald P. Terrebonne, Lisa Pearson, Wayne Michael Terrebonne, and the late Gwendolyn Terrebonne. Daughter of the late Hector Dugas and Althea Breaux Dugas. Sister of Gerald Dugas, Betty Plaisance, JoAnn Dufrene, Dennis Dugas, and the late Robert, Larence, Leroy, and Loretta Dugas. Also survived by 11 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Age 76 years and a lifelong resident of Marrero, LA. Relatives and Friends of the Family, also parishioners of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and members of the Senior Citizens Center of Marrero are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at Mothe Funeral Home, 7040 Lapalco Blvd, Marrero, LA on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 11:00 AM. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery. Parlors will be open Friday evening from 6:00 PM until 10:00 PM and again on Saturday morning from 9:00 AM until funeral time. Information: 366-4343. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000832 Thames - Sybil Elizabeth Watson Thames passed away on November 10, 2006 in Mandeville, LA. She was born October 21, 1920 in Dry Prong, LA and was a resident of New Orleans for over 40 years where she was a member of the First Baptist Church and loved teaching children's Sunday school classes. She moved to Mandeville in 1995. Mrs. Thames was the beloved wife of the late Dr. Marvin E. Thames; mother of Dr. Marvin E. Thames, Jr. (Mary Lynne), Charles W. Thames (Laura) and Philip D. Thames. She is also survived by six grandchildren: Liev T. McReynolds (Jason), Jennifer, Vaughn, Stephanie, Elisabeth and Warren Thames. She is the great-grandmother of Tychicus McReynolds. Preceding her in death was Lorraine W. Maxey, her only sister. Relatives and friends are invited to E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, Inc., 2260 W. 21st Ave., Covington, LA 70433 for a time of visitation on Wednesday, November 15, 2006 from 2 to 4:00 PM. Graveside Services will be held Thursday, November 16, 2006 at 11:00 AM at the Dry Prong City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the New Orleans Community Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 9489, Metairie, LA 70055. Sign our guestbook on- line at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 11-13-2006 **************************************** 000833 Theard - Mabel Lewis Theard, mother, wife, grandmother and family matriarch, passed from this life with dignity and grace to be with her Savior, Jesus Christ, on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at the Rehabilitation Centre of Beverly Hills, California. She died from complications of congestive heart failure after suffering a heart attack in Baton Rouge, Louisiana in July 2006. Prior to Hurricane Katrina she was a lifelong resident of the city of New Orleans, LA. Mabel was 91 years young. Mabel was predeceased by her husband of 62 years, William Joseph Theard; her mother, Mable Carney; her father, Warner Lewis; and one son, Ronald Joseph Theard. She is survived by three children: Gwen Allain Miller of Los Angeles, California, Robert Joseph Theard of Gulfport, Mississippi and Lynn Theard Cobette of New Orleans, Louisiana. She is also survived by one son-in-law, Judge Loren Miller of Los Angeles, California; seven grandchildren: Pamela Allain, Robert Theard, Jr., Cherrie Theard, Stephanie Allain Bray, Gregory Allain, Gina Michelle Cobette and Candice Michelle Cobette; four great-grandchildren: Wade Allain-Marcus, Jesse Allain-Marcus, Tyla Alacia Cobette and Caleb Triston Paul; a godson, Walter E. Meyers, Jr. currently residing in Seoul, Korea; and a host of relatives, nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws and friends of the Theard family. Mable was a member of the New Orleans Recreation Dept, 50 Plus Senior Citizens Club, The Golden Lions of St. Leo the Great Catholic Church and the Bridgette's Social and Pleasure Club. Friends and relatives of these organizations plus members of Epiphany Catholic Church; the employees of the Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans, St. John Berchman's Manor and the staff of the Rehabilitation Centre of Beverly Hills are invited to attend a Catholic Mass of Christian Burial at St. Leo the Great Catholic Church, 2916 Paris Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70119 on Monday, November 13, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. Viewing of the body from 8:30 until 10:00 a.m. Interment will immediatley follow the Mass at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, 4000 Norman Mayer Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70122. NO WAKE. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC. in charge. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000834 Thibodeau - James A. Thibodeau, age 50, on Thursday, November 16, 2006 at his home. He was a Merchant Marine. Son of the late Alex Thibodeau and Ruth Shinn, brother of Susan T. Pecoraro and John G. Thibodeau. Uncle of Joey Pecoraro, Lindsay Pecoraro, Eric Rousselle, Alex Thibodeau and Sarah Thibodeau. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend Funeral Services from the Jefferson Home of Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd. at 43rd St., Metairie, La on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at 12:00 noon. Interment at the Garden Of Memories. Visitation on Saturday from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon. Times Picayune 11-23-2006 **************************************** 000835 Thibodeaux - Evelyn Thibodeaux, 60, a native of Houma, LA died at 12:45 pm, Tuesday, October 31, 2006. Survived by her husband Elgin Thibodeaux, two daughters, Twyla Arnaud, Maxine Bethmann, and one son Waylon Thibodeaux. She is also survived by 6 grand children and 1 great-grand child. The visitation is 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 1, 2006 and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. until service time. Services at 11:00 a.m. at Annunziata Catholic Church. Interment will follow at St. Joseph's Cemetery in Chauvin Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000836 Thomas - Adele Thomas on Sunday, November 19, 2006 at 1:45 a.m. in Gonzales, LA. Daughter of the late Josiah and Charlotte Dyer Thomas; also deceased, 1 sister and 4 brothers. Sister of Louise Thomas of Clinton, LA and Mamie Hill of Riverside, CA. Survived by numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives. Special friend and caregivers, Joseph Becker family. Age 94. A native of Clinton, LA and a resident of Gonzales, LA. Religious Service at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at St. Peters United Methodist Church, Clinton, LA. Interment in Church Cemetery. Visitation at the church from 12:00 noon until 2:00 p.m. Tuesday. Arrangements by OURSO of Gonzales, LA. Times Picayune 11-21-2006 **************************************** 000837 Thomas - Effie Mae Henry Thomas died November 6, 2006 at Natchez Regional Medical Center, Natchez, MS of natural causes. She was preceded in death by her father James Henry, mother Georgia Collins, husband Amos Thomas, children Cynthia Thomas, Gregory Thomas and Carolyn Burds, brother Joseph Collins and grandson Mark Johnson. Survived by sons Warren Henry and Michael Thomas and daughters Dianne Johnson and Connie Thomas, brother Norbert Henry, Atlanta, GA, sister Dorothy Woods, Detroit, MI, 2 daughters-in-law Shirley Thomas and Thelma Henry, 14 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandchild and a host of relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to a homegoing celebration at St. James Methodist Church of Louisiana, 1925 Ursuline Avenue, New Orleans, LA on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. with visitation starting at 9:00 a.m. Dr. Joseph Tilly, Pastor. Interment Providence Memorial Park Cemetery, Metairie, LA. Robert D. Mackel & Sons Funeral Home, Natches, MS in charge. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000838 Thomas - Latoya Thomas, a former employee of St. Joseph's Health Care and Nana Nursing School, departed this life to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 22, 2006. Age 30. Mother of India Borgan. Beloved daughter of Mildred G. Porter and Warren Thomas. Companion of Melvin Brogan. Granddaughter of Bernice Holloway and Edith McFadden. Also survived by 5 brothers, 3 sisters, a host of uncles, aunts, nephews, cousins, 1 great-niece, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, Second Morning Star Missionary B.C., Irish Channel Christian Fellowship; employees of St. Aloysius, Jesuit, Bethany and Milestone Academy are invited to attend the visitation on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, 4127 Franklin Avenue from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Followed by Funeral Services at 11:00 a.m. Pastor Audrey Watson, officiating. Interment Carrollton Cemetery. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC. in charge. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000839 Thomassie - Rosie Scanio Thomassie on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at 7:45 PM. Beloved wife of the late Pete Thomassie. Mother of Brett P. Thomassie. Mother- in-law of Margie G. Thomassie. Sister of Carrie Lerille, the late Lee Zeisloft, Pascal and Sal Scanio. Grandmother of Lauren, Mason and Madelyn Thomassie. Age 80 years. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Marrero, LA for the past 37 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass in the Chapel of Mothe Funeral Home, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 9AM. Interment in Our Lady of Prompt Succor Cemetery, Westwego, LA. Visitation at the funeral home on Friday from 8AM until Mass time. Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000840 Thompson - Cynthia Marie 'Cynt' Thompson at Select Specialty Hospital in Metairie, LA, at 8:25 a.m., Tuesdsay, November 7, 2006. Daughter of the late Rev. John E. Thompson and Lena Bailey Thompson. Adopted daughter of the late Irene Wilson Thompson. Stepdaughter of the late John Henry, Sr. Mother of Alberta Meggs and husband, Michael and Kimberly and John Thompson. Grandmother of Calayia and Alsahlay. Sister of Myra (Joseph) White, Ola (Ronald) Leiws, Lena (Ronald) Ferguson, Stella (Daphne) Fleming, Helen (Archie) Larry, Contrice Henry, Marie Boudreaux and the late John Henry, Jr. Also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, godchildren, other relatives and friends. Age 53. Wake Services on Sunday, November 12, 2006, at Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Church, St. Patrick St., Donaldsonville, LA at 7:00 p.m. Rev. Rudolph Mitchell, Pastor. Funeral Services on Monday, November 13, 2006, at the above named Church at 11:00 a.m. Interment in Protestant Cemetery, Donaldsonville, LA. BRAZIER-WATSON FUNERAL HOME in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000841 Thompson, - O'Neil Thompson layed to rest on Tuesday, October 31, 2006. He was a member of Asia Baptist Church. He also served on the Deacon Board and a member of the Mighty Golden Chain. Son of the late Mamie and Isreal Wagner. Husband of the late Henrietta Thompson. Devoted father of O'Neil Jr., Donald, Kevin, Gail, Glen, Michael, the late Loretta and Roland Thompson. Brother of Glen Wagner and the late Frank Thompson. Father-in-law of Sylvia, Gail, Arlesa, Brian, Carman and Cotease. Brother-in-law of Johnnie Wagner, Jennie and Robert Simmon, Grovarina and Willie Jones. Grandfather of the late Johnathan Thompson. Also survived by 6 grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A lifelong resident of St. Bernard Parish until Hurricane Katrina. After the storm he resided in Corpus Christi, TX. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of St. Luke B.C., Asia B.C. and the Mighty Golden Chain; employees and staff of St. Bernard School Board, Rooms to Go, Murphy Oil, C&C Construction, SCRMC South Central U.S. Navy of Texas are invited to attend the visitation on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at St. Luke Baptist Church, 126 Poindexter St., Braithwaite, LA from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Followed by Funeral Services at 11:00 a.m. Interment Merrick Cemetery, Violet, LA. NO WAKE. GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME, INC. in charge. You may sign the guest book on nola.com/obits. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000842 Thomson - Audrey Jones Thomson entered eternal life on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at the age of 76. Survived by her beloved husband Herbert E. L. Thomson, Jr., and her brothers and sisters-in-law, Ernest and Teen Jones, Richard and Carol Jones and Edward and Wanda Jones. She is also survived by nieces and nephews. Mrs. Thomson, a native of New Orleans, LA and resident of Metairie, LA, was preceded in death by her parents, Clare Wellmeyer Jones and Wilfred B. Jones. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral from the Chapel of the temporary location of Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home (Lamana-Panno-Fallo), 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd. at Bonnabel Blvd., Metairie, LA on Friday, November 24, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. Rev. Don Little, Pastor of Atonement Lutheran Church, officiating. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Friday between the hours of 10:30 A.M. and 2:00 P.M. Interment will follow in the Garden of Memories. Times Picayune 11- 22-2006 **************************************** 000843 Tingstrom - Sidney Jude Tingstrom, passed away on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at West Jefferson Medical Center. He was 68 years. Beloved husband of Frances Sinatra Tingstrom. Loving father of Cindy Tingstrom Rodriguez and her husband Darren. He was the proud loving grandfather of Jeremiah S. Rodriguez. Son of the late Hugh and Juliet Tingstrom and his brother, Hugh Tingstrom. He is the beloved brother of Doris Tingstrom Savois and brother-in-law, Eddie Savois and Fredia Tingstrom. He will be sadly missed by his in-laws, Phyllis S. Hebert, Georgette and Lawrence Sinatra. Also survived by 6 nephews, 5 nieces, 4 great-nephews and 6 great nieces. He was a graduate of Holy Name of Mary High School and attended Southeastern LA University in Hammond, LA. Relatives, friends and members of St. Joseph Ladies Club, Krewe of Cleopatra, Expressway Bowling Lanes, Believer's Life Family Church, employees of Entergy, Louisiana Specialty Hospital and West Jefferson Medical Center are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expy., Harvey, LA on Monday, November 13, 2006 at 1:30 PM. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park. Parlors will be open Monday at 9:00 AM. Information, 366-4343. Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000844 Toney - Shirley Hicks Toney passed away Saturday, November 25, 2006 in El Dorado, KS at the age of 69.She was born June 11, 1937 in Cleveland, TN to the late Newman and Dovie (Swaggerty) Hicks. Mrs. Toney was a homemaker and a longtime resident of Covington. On July 17, 1982 she married Alvah Toney in Covington.Those she leaves including her husband of the home are two sons, Maurice Sharp, Randell Sharp; two daughters, Nanetti Ehret , Vivian Edwards, all of El Dorado, KS; one brother, Dean Hicks, Covington, LA; three sisters, Willie Knight, Covington, LA,Doris Fandell, Loranger, LA, Vonnie Grey, Mobile, AL; twelve grandchildren and seventeen great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by a sister, Wanda Toney. Visitation will be Wednesday, Nov 29, 2006 from 6-9 pm at Schoen Funeral Home in Covington and Thursday, Nov 30th from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Funeral services will follow at 11:00 a.m. from the funeral home chapel. Interment will be at Barker McManus Cemetery.Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements by Schoen Funeral Home, Covington. Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000845 Tracy - Betty Tanner Tracy, 89, of Largo , FL passed away at Palm Gardens of Pinellas , Largo , FL on Sunday, November 26, 2006 . Mrs. Tracy was born in Dacusville , SC on October 27, 1917 , the daughter of Mary Latham and William Alfred Tanner. Mrs. Tracy was predeceased by her husband of 59 years, Jack F. Tracy, Jr. Mrs. Tracy resided in New Orleans, LA with her family. Mrs. Tracy and her five sisters and brother appeared in vaudeville acts locally and nationwide. They performed nationally with the George Olsen Orchestra, Wayne King Orchestra and Jack Tracy Orchestra and many other big bands of the era. They appeared for a year with Al Jolson's 'Hold On To Your Hats', a broadway musical. The Tanner Sisters starred in the movie 'All American Coed' with Frances Langford and Alan Hale, Jr. as well as entertaining on various USO Tours. Mrs. Tracy is survived by a daughter, Nancy Tracy Kip and her husband Larry of Palm Harbor , FL , a son, Jack F. Tracy, III. and his wife Annette of Winter Springs, FL, as well as a sister, Mary Tanner Smith of Largo , FL, and three granddaughters, Kari Tracy O'Brien of Fernandina Beach , FL , Dawne Eveland Franklin of Winston Salem , NC and Hollie Marshall Steele of Tarpon Springs , FL. Times Picayune 11-29-2006 **************************************** 000846 Trahan - Rodney A. Trahan Sr. Our loving father and husband, completed his earthly journey and began his 'New Life' on Sunday, November 19th, 2006. Born in New Orleans, December 13, 1941 of Joseph and Agnes Trahan. Brother of Joseph and Virginia Trahan, Linda and Larry White, Donna North Trahan and the late David Trahan. Brother-in-law of James and Marilyn Baker and Milda Baker. Loved by all, passionately loved by his wife of 42 years, Janet Baker Trahan and his children Lisa and Elden Moree, Rodney Jr. and Rachel Trahan, Matthew and Patricia Trahan. Beloved grandfather 'Pops' to Emily Grace Moree and Harrison James Trahan. Former Graduate of St. Aloysius and Loyola University. Loyal employee to The Quikrete Companies and its New Orleans, Louisiana and Pensacola, Florida operations. Member of the United States Marine Corps Band Association, serving his country from 1961 to 1967. Served as a deacon of the Archdiocese of New Orleans at the St. Louis Cathedral and St. Christopher Parish, Chaplain for Orleans Parish Prison, served on the Catholic Committee of Scouting and the board of Worldwide Marriage Encounter. He has been blessed with many family and friends who loved him dearly. Relatives and friends are invited to attend an evening visitation to be held at St. Christopher Church, 3924 Derbigny St. Metairie, LA 70001 on Tuesday, November 21st from 6:00PM 9:00PM with a Vigil Service beginning at 7:30PM. Visitation will also be held at church on Wednesday morning from 9:00AM 11:00AM. All Deacons and Priests are welcomed to vest in the Parish Center for a Funeral Mass to be celebrated at 11:00AM. Burial will follow in All Saints Mausoleum. Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Christopher School, 3900 Derbigny St., Metairie, LA 70001 and to Sisters Servants of Mary, 5001 Perlita St. NOLA 70122. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-21-2006 **************************************** 000847 Treuil - Betty 'Betty Lou' Vaughn Treuil, a retired Communication Supervisor for Plaquemines Parish Sheriff's Office for 29 years, passed away at her residence in Sorrento, LA on Tuesday, November 21, 2006. Beloved wife of Ralph J. 'Sonny' Treuil, Sr. Mother of Ralph J. Treuil, Jr, Yvette T. Graff, Ila T. Migues, Dana T. Smith and Nanette T. Puderer. Daughter of the late Wilbert Vaughn and Margaret Ada Vaughn. Sister of Joseph W. Vaughn and the late Olen K. Vaughn. Grandmother of Nicholas and Nicole Graff, Danielle M. Painter, Destiny M. Pino, Jamie S. Canatella, Jared and Travis Smith, Dustin Lee Hayden and Jacob Puderer, Jr. Great Grandmother of Haley Painter, Cameron Canatella, Dustin Hayden, Jr. and Bryson Pino. Age 72 years. A native of Abbeville, LA and a resident of Port Sulphur, LA for 65 years, Sorrento and Gonzales since Hurricane Katrina. 'Betty Lou' enjoyed crocheting, fishing, and preparing festive meals for her family immensely. She will be sadly missed by her husband, son, daughters, in-laws, brother, grandchildren, great grandchildren and other family and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass in the Chapel of Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Monday, November 27, 2006 at 9AM. Interment in St. Patrick Cemetery, Port Sulphur, LA. Visitation at the funeral home on Sunday, November 26, 2006 from 6PM until 9PM and on Monday from 8AM until Mass time. Times Picayune 11-25-2006 **************************************** 000848 Trosclair - Karen Klein Trosclair on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at 6PM. Beloved wife of Clabert Joseph 'Boy' Trosclair. Daughter of Robert F. Klein, Jr. and the late Mildred Arcement Klein, both of Westwego, LA. Mother of Toye T. Bruce (Husband, John) and Kim T. Cascio (Husband, Lucian). Sister of Deborah Perkins and the late Bobby Klein. Grandmother of Amy Trosclair, Angel and Scotty Kaiser. Age 58 years. A resident of Gretna, LA for the past 42 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass in the Chapel of Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 11AM. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Visitation at the funeral home on Saturday from 9:00 AM until Mass time. Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000849 Trueblood - Montava Trueblood, age 6, a victim of Hurricane Katrina on August 29, 2005. Davonta Trueblood, age 4 and Byndra Trueblood, age 31 both victims of a fire in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on December 8, 2005 will all be eternally united forever at Resthaven Cemetery, 10400 Old Gentilly Road on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. Professional services entrusted to LITTLEJOHN'S FUNERAL HOME 2163 Aubry Street Cal K. Johnson, Manager - Funeral Director Information: (504) 940-0045 Times Picayune 11-7-2006 **************************************** 000850 Tudury - Donald Gerard Tudury, of Slidell, LA, passed away on Friday, November 17, 2006 at the age of 75. He was the beloved husband of Diane Clayton Tudury. Loving father of Mark and Alan Tudury and Lisa Hymel. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Gavin, Alan Jr., Alli Marie Tudury and Joseph Hymel III; stepchildren: Rick Goodwin, Karen Bryan; and step-grandchildren: Melissa Frick, Dustin and Brandon Bryan. Private services will be held at a later date. Arrangements by SCHOEN FUNERAL HOME, Covington, LA. Times Picayune 11-22-2006 **************************************** 000851 Turegano - Donald J. 'Turtle' Turegano, age 57, died Friday, November 3, 2006 after a lengthy illness. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Kiln, MS. Donald was the son of the late John E. Turegano and Velma Walker Turegano. He is survived by one brother, John Jr.; and a host of friends. Relatives and friends; and members of USBC and NOBA; employees of FTS are invited to attend the Funeral Service at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Friday, November 10, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow in St. Louis Cemetery #3. Visitation will be on Thursday, November 9, 2006 from 6:00-10:00 p.m. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com Times Picayune 11-8-2006 **************************************** 000852 Turegano - Marion E. Turegano at Harahan, Louisiana on Friday, November 24, 2006 at 9:00 AM. Beloved wife of the late William J. Turegano. Sister of Norman H. Zinser. Daughter of the late Hattie W. Fitzjohn and Henry H. E. Zinser. A resident of Harahan for the past 50 years. Relatives and friends of the family, also employees of V.A. Medical Center and Harahan Senior Center are invited to attend funeral services from the Jefferson home of Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd. at 43rd St., Metairie, on Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at 1:00 PM. Visitation on Tuesday from 11:00 Am until funeral time. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery. Information: (504) 835-2341. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000853 Turk - Willie H. Turk, a practicing attorney in Orleans, Jeffeson and the River Parishes, on Monday, November 13, 2006. Devoted husband of Faye Cunningham Turk. Son of the late Willie D. and Katie B. Turk. Loving father of Kimberly R., Sloane N., Michael D. and Ricky L. Turk. Grandfather of Ariel, Shawn and Ramon Turk. Brother of Nellie turk of Opelika, AL, John Turk of Cleveland, OH, Warren Lee Tally of Chattanooga, TN and the late Willie Ruth T. Caine. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Age 63. Pastors, officers and members of Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church, St. John B.C. of Mt. Airy, LA, Second Baptist Church, Algiers, Mt. Olive and Mt. Pilgrim Baptist Churches; clients of W.H. Turk Law Office; employees of Civil, Criminal and Municipals Courts for the Parishes of Orleans, Jefferson and the River Parishes; staff and student body of Xavier University of LA and Belle Chasse Middle School; Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.; and members of the G-Men S&P Club are invited to attend the Homegoing Celebration Services on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at First African Baptist Church, 6th District, 3524 LaSalle Street. Dr. Moses S. Gordon II, officiating. Viewing from 9:00 a.m. until funeral time. Interment in McDonough Cemetery. MURRAY HENDERSON FUNERAL HOME in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000854 Turner - Albert 'Brian' Turner, a local New Orleans musician, passed away on Friday, November 17, 2006. Beloved husband of Darlene Foret Turner. Father of Justin, Shannon, Caroline, and Bonnie Jean Turner. Grandfather of Kole, Blaine, Lil Jimmy and Miah. Son of the late Allen Turner. Brother of the late Charlie Turner. Uncle of Angela and Gregg Molinario, Katherine Turner and the late Rebecca and Elizabeth Turner. Great Uncle of Lorien and Gregg Molinario. Brother-in-law of Bobby and Shelly Foret, Carol Foret, Ron and Judy Foret, Gerry and Mary Foret, Deborah and Roland Orgeron, Donna and Scott Stansbury, Patricia and Butch Oddo, Darrell Foret and Jude Henry. Age 49 years. A native of New Orleans, LA. Relatives and friends of the family, also the staff of Ochsner Health Systems, students and staff of John Curtis Christian School are invited to attend the Funeral Services in the Chapel of Mothe Funeral Home, 7040 Lapalco Blvd., Marrero, LA on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at 11:00AM. Interment in Holy Angels Cemetery, Waggaman, LA. Visitation at the funeral home on Saturday from 9:00AM until Funeral time. Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000855 Turner - Charles 'Charlie' Turner on Saturday, November 4, 2006. Son of the late Lily and Arthur Turner. He leaves to cherish his many precious memories his sister: Hazel Stewart; his devoted niece: Tammy Alexander; and he will be missed by numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, relatives and countless friends. He is preceded in death by his sister: Helen Turner Brown. Relatives and friends of the family also pastor, officers and members of Thomas United Methodist Church also employees of Jefferson and Orleans Parish School Board are invited to attend funeral services from Thomas United Methodist Church, 420 Webster Street, Kenner, LA. on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 12 noon. Visitation will begin at 10 AM, Reverend Anice Moses officiating. Interment Love and Charity Cemetery in Kenner, LA. ARRANGEMENTS BY RICHARDSON FUNERAL HOME OF JEFFESON, INC. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000856 Turner - James Edward Turner, Sr. entered into eternal rest on Thursday, October 26, 2006 at Kindred Hospital in New Orleans. He was born in Torres, LA and lived in New Orleans most of his life. Beloved husband of the late Ethel Mae Turner. Survived by 9 children James Turner, Jr., Peggy Ubani, Michael Turner, Mark Turner, Fredrick Turner, Yolanda Turner, Timothy Turner, Alonzo Turner, and Joseph Turner. Also survived by a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews, sisters, brothers, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, parents, grandparents, aunt, 2 daughters, 1 son, 3 brothers and 1 sister. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral services at 11:00 am on Friday, November 3, 2006 at Willing Workers Missionary Baptist Church, 2715 Washington Ave., New Orleans, 70113. Visitation 9:00-11:00 am. Interment in Providence Memorial Park Cemetery. ARRANGEMENTS BY JACOB SCHOEN AND SON FUNERAL DIRECTORS. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000857 Turner - Patrick John Turner, age 42, On Monday, October 30, 2006, of Pearl River, LA, passed away. He was a retired Chaplain's Assistant in the United States Navy. Patrick is survived by his parents: J.R. and Joan Turner; 2 brothers and their wives: Joseph Rex and the late, Genevieve Turner and Donald Ray and Cindy Turner; 3 sisters and their husbands: Catherine L. and David Hazelbaker, Susan and David Howell and Alida J. and Kirk Schauffe. He is also survived by 4 nephews: Barry Blanchard, Jeremy Arabie, Jacob Ray Turner and David R. Howell, Jr.; 4 nieces: Monica and Nancy Blanchard, Megan Lancour and Shawntel Woods; and the godfather of Felicia Woods. Preceded in death by 1 sister, Margaret Turner and 1 niece, Jennifer Heffker. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. from the Chapel of D.T. Williams Funeral Home, Pearl River, LA. Visitation on Wednesday at the Funeral Home from 10:00 a.m. till service time. Interment to follow at Evans Creek Cemetery, Pearl River, LA. Times Picayune 11-7- 2006 **************************************** 000858 Ugulano - Elizabeth Merle Michael Ugulano, 86, died on November 24, 2006. She died peacefully at Applewood Inn Redding, CA after a long illness with her daughter at her bedside. Elizabeth was born on December 3, 1919 in Booneville, Mississippi to Anna Lou Tucker Michael and Clell F. Michael. Elizabeth grew up in Blytheville, Arkansas. After high school she attended nurse's training and graduated from the University of Tennessee in 1940. She lived in New Orleans for over 30 years and always called it home. She had a long career as a Registered Nurse for over 45 years. She is survived by her sons, Dennis and Joseph and daughter, Joyce, 8 terrific grandchildren, and sisters Elva Burks and Bobbie Dugan. Services will be held at the Garden of Memories Cemetery, Metairie, LA at 11:00 am on Saturday, December 2, 2006. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be sent to favorite Missionary Organizations in the name of Elizabeth Merle Michael Ugulano. Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, Metairie, LA in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000859 Uhle - Catherine Calico Uhle on November 4, 2006. Beloved wife of the late Henry V. Uhle, Sr. Mother of Joyce Lemoine. Daughter of the late Annie Lala Calico and Dominick Calico. Sister of the late Frances Caruso, Lena Veters, Mary Ferrara , Leona Saltalamacchia, Pascal, Angelo, Sr., and John Calico. Also survived by 2 granddaughters, Janelle Lemoine and Beth Howard, and 3 great-grandchildren, Jordan, Nicholas and Miranda. Age 100 years. A native of New Orleans, La. and a resident of Chalmette, La. The Funeral Mass was celebrated in the Chapel of Lamana-Panno-Fallo Funeral Home, on Tuesday, November 7, 2006. Interment was in St. Roch No. 2 Cemetery. Arrangements by JACOB SCHOEN AND SON FUNERAL DIRECTORS. Guests may sign the guestbook online at www.legacy.com/ Times Picayune 11-8-2006 **************************************** 000860 Unkrich - Rosalie Di Crecchio Unkrich passed away at her home on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at 12:50 PM. Beloved wife of Charles M. Unkrich. Mother of Michelle Ross, Linda Rose, Michael Donato, Larry Donato and Allen and Chuck Unkrich. Daughter of the late Cesar Di Crecchio and Mary Sarlo Di Crecchio. Sister of Adele Arcangeli, Eleanor Sciotto, Cesar Di Crecchio, Jr., Ray Di Crecchio and the late Rita Terro. Grandmother of Danielle and Charlene Ross, Justin and Julian Donato, Brance, Brooke, Candice and Chaz Unkrich and Christa Rogers. Great- grandmother of Landon and Melanie Nowell. Also survived by the loving children and grandchildren of Charles Unkrich: Kelly and Arthur Reynon; Danielle Waddell; Marcel, Cuff, Peggy, Creshia and Charron Reynon and Jamie and Glen Karst.Also survived by many other loving relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from WESTSIDE/ LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at 12:00 PM. Interment in Restlawn Park Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Monday, November 13th from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM and on Tuesday from 10:00 AM until funeral time.For information, call 341-9421. Times Picayune 11-13-2006 **************************************** 000861 Vallee - Roger Joseph 'Pete' Vallee passed away at West Jefferson Hospital on Monday, November 13, 2006 at the age of 62. Pete was a native of New Orleans, LA. and a life long resident of Westwego, LA. Beloved brother of Mary Ann Bonfiglio Gautreaux. Son of the late Marguerite Bonfiglio Vallee and Joseph Vallee. Also survived by numerous neices, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins. Relatives and friends of the Family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Catholic Church, 146 Fourth Street, Westwego, LA on Friday, November 24, 2006 at 10:00 A.M. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, Masses preferred. Bagnell & Son Funeral Home of Covington, LA in Charge of Arrangements. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000862 Vasalech - Lewis John 'Lou' Vasalech, age 72 years, died at Specialty Hospital, Metairie on Friday, November 24, 2006. Beloved husband of Janet Daix Vasalech for 51 years. Father of Glen A.Vasalech, Lori A. Vasalech, David J. Vasalech and the late Steven Joseph Vasalech. Brother of Howard (Bob) Vasalech and the late Rose Marie Yeager, Daniel (Carl) and George Vasalech. He was the proud grandfather of Joshua and Evan Vasalech. Mr. Vasalech was a native of McKeesport, PA and a Jefferson Parish resident for over 50 years. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and served in the Korean War as a Radio Operator. He was a ham radio operator after the war and an avid bowler. He was in the electronics business, serving as manager for several local companies, such as Sterling Electronics, Sterling Sound, Sound Trek, Custom Hi-Fi and Campo Appliances. He was known for providing trustworthy service and video/electronics sales advice to countless customers. Relatives and friends of the family, former customers, members of the Tuesday Twosome Bowling League and members of St. Agnes Catholic Church parish are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from the Jefferson home of Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd. at 43rd St., Metairie, on Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at 11:00 AM. Visitation on Tuesday, from 9 to 11:00 AM. Interment in Carrollton Cemetery. In lieu of the usual remembrances, masses are preferred. Information: (504) 835- 2341. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000863 Vaughn - Dana Germaine Vaughn entered into eternal rest on November 9, 2006 at her sister's residence. Dana is the daughter of Joan Vaughn and the late Nathaniel Bankston. She leaves to mourn her three sons, John Earl, Rushad and Rahsaan Vaughn; eight brothers: Noil Jr. (AKA Buck), Dwaine (Yolanda), Girod, Delrick (Adrienne), Herbert, Donnell, Lance and Joseph Vaughn; five sisters: Ava Maria (Ronald), Delisa, Kisha, Nadia and Indira (Ahmet) and her companion: Brian Leo; a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She is preceded in death by her sister, Michelle Vaughn Scott. Dana will be missed, but her memory will live on forever. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral services on Thursday, November 16, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at St. John A.M.E. Church, 1017 Belleville Street, Algiers, LA 70114. Interment in Belgrove Cemetery, Kenner, La. Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson is in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-15-2006 **************************************** 000864 Venezia - Joseph Bernard Venezia, Jr., on Thursday, November 2, 2006 in DeSoto, TX. Son of the late Margarita Patron Venezia and Joseph Bernard Venezia, Sr. Survived and lovingly remembered by his nineteen first cousins. Age 66 years. A native of New Orleans, a former resident of Mandeville, LA and a resident of DeSoto, TX for the past eighteen years. Mr. Venezia served as a food and beverage manager in the restaurant industry and was a United States Army Veteran. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Funeral Mass in the chapel of GREENWOOD FUNERAL HOME, 5200 Canal Blvd., on Saturday, November 11, 2006, at 11:00 am. Interment in Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. Friends may visit at the funeral home on Saturday from 10:00 am until 11:00 am. Please sign and view the Family Guestbook at www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000865 Vicari - Loreto J. 'Larry' 'Rock' Vicari, 62 years old of Independence, LA, died Tuesday, October 31, 2006 at his residence. Surviving are his wife, Peggy Jones Vicari and son and daughter-in-law, Larry J. and Terri Vicari; daughter and son-in-law, Tricia V. and Bob Harris; 7 grandchildren; 2 uncles, Angelo and Frank Albano. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gasper Joseph and Mary Albano Vicari; and his sister, Ann Vicari Raney. Friends will be received Friday, November 3, 2006 at Harry McKneely & Son Funeral Home in Hammond, LA from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm and on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at Shepherd's Care Ministries, 20115 Hwy. 1081, Covington, LA 70435, from 9:00 am until the Religious Service begins at 11:00 am with Rev. Charles Alder & Rev. V. E. Nettles officiating. Interment will follow in the Colonial Cemetery, Independence, LA. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Judes Children's Hospital in memory of Larry Vicari. Email condolences to: hmckneely@i-55.com / subject line: Vicari. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000866 Vicknair - Earline Stein Vicknair on Monday, November 6, 2006 at 3:30 a.m. beloved wife of the late Roy Vicknair. Mother and mother-in-law of Ricky and Marie Vicknair of Lafayette and Wendy and Raymond Galatas of Reserve. Grandmother of Vicki and her husband Phillip Mason, Katti Galatas and Jacob Paul Vicknair. Great- grandmother of Sophia Grace Mason. Daughter of the late Henry, Sr. and Eva Stein. Sister and sister-in-law of Henry and Marsha Stein, Houston and Barbara Stein, Mae and Prentice Louque, Sr. and Rowena and the late Norwood Stein, Sr. Age 73. A native and resident of Reserve. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend services. Visitation at Millet-Guidry Funeral Home, 2806 W. Airline Hwy, Laplace on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 from 10 am to 11:45 am. Followed by religious services at St. Peter Catholic Church, Reserve at 12 noon. Burial in church cemetery. Times Picayune 11-7-2006 **************************************** 000867 Vindel - Audrey Schloegel Vindel, age 63, passed away on Wednesday, November 8, 2006. Mother of Nestor and Buffie Vindel. Grandmother of Emily, Isabella, and Jack. Former wife of Jose A. Vindel, Jr. Daughter of the late Arthur Schloegel, Sr. and Anna Parr Schloegel. Sister of Ann S. Appleby, Arthur Schloegel, Jr., Albert Schloegel, Sr. and August Schloegel, Sr.. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Harvey, LA for the past 37 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a funeral service in the Chapel of Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA on Friday, November 10, 2006 at 1:00 PM. Interment in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery , Gretna, LA. Visitation at the funeral home on Friday from 11:00 AM until funeral time. Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000868 Vucinovich - Rosalie Milazzo Vucinovich passed away at Select Specialty Hospital, Metairie, La. on November 24, 2006. Beloved wife of the late Emmett Vucinovich. Mother of Russell, Thomas, JoLynn Vucinovich and the late Robert Vucinovich. Mother-in-law of Beth, Warrine and Jackie. Sister of the late Frank Milazzo, Cosma Gagliano, Mary Ann Canino and Pat Arico. Daughter of the late Russell and Mae Milazzo. Grandmother of Rusty and Eileen, Dale, Kerry, Brian and Anna, Craig, Dana, Bobby and Robin. Great Grandmother of Ryan, Rachelle, Bethany, Collin, Brianna, Abigail and the late Russell, III. Great Great Grandmother of Alyssa and Madison. Adopted Grandmother of Re-Re, Brother, Olivia and many other children that attended her day care. Age 83 years. A native of New Orleans, La. and resident of Chalmette for 56 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church, 2320 Paris Road, Chalmette, La. on Wednesday, November 29, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. followed by interment in St. Bernard Memorial Gardens. Visitation at the church from 10:00 a.m. until funeral time. There will also be a visitation at the Metairie Funeral Home of LAMANA-PANNO-FALLO, 1717 Veterans Memorial Boulevard at the corner of Bonnabel Boulevard on Tuesday, November 28, 2006 from 6:00 p.m. uhtil 9:00 p.m. Please sign the on-line Guest Book at www.legacy.com. Information: 831-9901. Times Picayune 11-26-2006 **************************************** 000869 Wagar - Laura Illynn Greenlee Wagar, on Saturday, November 11, 2006. Beloved wife of the late Harvey D. Wagar, Jr. Mother of Harvey D. Wagar III. Sister of Bette Chamberlain of Wickinburg, AZ, Donna Maddox of Covington, LA and the late Vere L. Greenlee. Aged 89 years. A native of Humeston, IA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. . Private interment in Barker-McManus Cemetery, Covington, LA. E.J. Fielding Funeral Home Inc., 2260 W. 21st. Ave., Covington, LA 70433 in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer's Association of Greater New Orleans, 1040 Calhoun St., New Orleans, LA 70118. Sign Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000870 Wagner - Charles Donald Wagner, Sr. passed away on Sunday, November 05, 2006. Age 81 years. Beloved husband of 55 years to Shirley Giangrosso Wagner. Father of Donna W. (Gary Howard), Charles Jr., William Robyn and Gene (Lori). Son of the late Charles Francis Wagner and Ruby Mae Dixon Wagner. Brother of Leo R. Wagner and Lillian Strachan. Also survived by 7 grandchildren, 4 great granddaughters and a host of relatives. Services were private with arrangements handled by LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000871 Waguespack - Nolan Joseph Waguespack, Sr. on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at Grand Isle, La. Beloved husband of the late Gertrude Terrebonne Waguespack. Father of Nolan 'Joey' Waguespack, Jr. and his wife Maureen Rodrigue Waguespack and Patti W. Rigaud. Grandfather of Jason Rigaud and Joshua Waguespack. Son of the late Marcial and Marie Melancon Waguespack. Brother of Roland Waguespack, Cedric Waguespack, Dee Dee Chauvin and the late Curtis, Verna and Betty Waguespack. A native of Raceland, La. and a resident of Grand Isle, La. Age 75 years. He was a retired business owner of Chicken Charlies, Nolan's Exxon and A Better Buy Shell in Grand Isle. He enjoyed deer hunting, gun collecting and cooking for his buddies. He will be sadly missed by a lot of people. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Cut Off, La. on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Interment Cheramie Cemetery, Galliano, La. Visitation from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Monday at Falgout Funeral Home, Galliano, La. and from 9:00 a.m. until funeral time Tuesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, donations to a charity of your choice. Falgout Funeral Homes in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-13-2006 **************************************** 000872 Walker - Ida Mae Walker entered into Heaven's Gates on October 25, 2006 at the age 71. Daughter of the late Andrew Jackson and Alice Hills. Devoted mother of Cynthia Growe, Tyrone Henry, Wendell Walker, Willard Walker, Willie Edward Walker and the late Ida Roman. Sister of Alice Williams, Hilda Veal, Dorothy Hill, Peter Hills and the late Leonia Williams. Also survived by 2 son-in-laws, 3 daughter-in- laws, 2 brother-in-laws, 1 sister-in-law, 13 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, 3 god sisters and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a funeral service at 10:00 am on Friday, November 3, 2006 at Littlejohn's Funeral Home, 2163 Aubry St. Visitation will be from 9:00 am until 10:00 am. Rev. Campbell Officiating. Interment: Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Arrangements by Duplain W. Rhodes Funeral Home. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000873 Wallace - Beatrice (Momma Bea) Bannister Wallace was called home on October 29, 2006 at 3:25 pm at the age of 88. At St. Elizabeth's Hospital in Gonzales, LA. A native of Violet, LA. Daughter of the late Robert McTearand Elvira Callio. Beloved Mother of Jeanette Green, Cornelius, Leatrice, Daisy, and Robert Bannister. Sister of Shirley Callio, and the late Inez Weathers. Relatives and friends of the family: also pastors, officers, and members of Greater Roundhill Baptist Church, and all neighboring Churches are invited to attend the Funeral Services at Christian Fellowship Full Gospel Baptist Church, 5816 E. Judge Perez Drive, Violet, LA on Friday, November 3, 2006. Pastored by Elder Henry Ballard, Jr. Dr. Clarence Thomas, Sr. - Officiating. Visitation will begins at 9:00 am until services at 11:00 am. Interment in Merrick Cemetary. Arrangements by: RHODES UNITED FIDELITY FUNERAL HOME, 2929 Scenic Highway, Baton Rouge, LA. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000874 Walton - Evelyn E. Walton died on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at her residence in New Orleans, LA at the age of 83. Beloved mother of Ronald Emerson Walton and Barry Michael Walton. Sister of the late Bernadine V. Emerson. Grandmother of Abena and Damani Walton. Great grandmother of Delano, Dylan and Adeze Walton. Mother-in-law to Elaine Walton, Priscilla Walton and Sylvia Walton Reimonenq. Daughter of the late Elbert and Velma Emerson. She was a retired school teacher for the Orleans Parish System and taught at McDonogh No. 42 and Mary Dora Coghill Elementary Schools. She received her undergraduate degree from Xavier University and her graduate degree from the University of New Orleans. Her lifelong devotion to teaching and learning continued until the hour of her death. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral services at Labat-Charbonnet at 1615 St. Philip on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at 10:00 A.M. Visitation from 8:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M. Interment in Mount Olivet Cemetery. CHARBONNET-LABAT, Directors. 581-4411. Times Picayune 11-20-2006 **************************************** 000875 Warr - Linda Marie Leydecker Warr passed away on Friday, November 24, 2006 in Franklin, TN. Wife of Ronnie Warr. Beloved daughter of Betty Leydecker Walsten and the late Phil Leydecker. Devoted mother of Chantelle Coleman Smith and Michelle Tramontana Smith. Cherished grandmother of Ryden, Cole, Brynna, Jackson and McKenna Smith. Loving sister of Suzy Leydecker Bourgeois and Lynell Leydecker Brooks. She leaves many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends who will miss her dearly. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery), on Wednesday, November 29, 2006 at 12:00 p.m. Interment will follow in Metairie Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000876 Washington - Adam Washington, Jr., of LaPlace, LA at Kenner, LA, on Saturday, November 18, 2006 departed this life as a a result of a motorcycle accident. Son of Adam Sr. and Wanda Brackens Washington. Brother of Ashley and Aziza Washington, Johnetta Cade and Laresha Stockman. Grandson of Paul and Beatrice Brackens. Devoted companion of Ariel Hunt. Preceded in death by grandparents, John and Earline Davis; and 1 aunt, Lyetta Davis. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, 2 nieces, other relatives and friends. Age 20 years. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of St. Michael B.C. and neighboring churches of Edgard, LA; employees of Best Buy, Avis Car Rental, Dow Chemical St. Charles - Miken, Denny's Restaurant; and staff and student body of Delgado College are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from the St. Michael B.C., 315 James St., Kenner, LA 70062. Rev. Leroy Sanders, Sr., officiating. Interment Young Cemetery, Edgard, LA. Visitation at the Church after 9:00 a.m. THE BALONEY FUNERAL HOME, L.L.C. 399 Earl Baloney Dr., Garyville, LA 70051 Information: (985) 535-2540 in charge of arrangements Times Picayune 11-21-2006 **************************************** 000877 Washington - Cornelius 'Pipe' Washington, Jr. at East Jefferson Hospital, Metairie, LA at 10:43 P.M., Monday, November 20, 2006. Son of the late Cornelius Washington, Sr., and Laura Wright Washington. Husband of Patsy Collins Washington of Lutcher, LA. Father of Derick and Javan Washington of Lutcher, LA and Trenese and Ira Brown. Brother and brother-in-law of Liza Davis, Lucille Johnson, Dorothy Turner, Annie (Reginald) Robertson, Laura (Stanley) Joseph, Rose ( Robert) Gordon, Lionel (Karen) Washington, Brenda Jefferson, Tolan Frazier, Gertrude (Henry) Parnell, Mary Ann, Leon, Rogers and Sarah Collins, Leo (Clara) McQueen, Freddie Wallace and the late Rosetta Washington and Marilyn Wallace. Survived by nine grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Age 64. Visiting at Greater King Triumph Baptist Church, 2572 Lionel Washington Street, Lutcher, LA., Wednesday, November 29, 2006 from 9:30 A.M. until Religious Services at 11:00 A.M. Conducted by the Rev. Reginald Joseph. Interment in Western Cemetery, Lutcher, LA. BRAZIER-WATSON FUNERAL HOME IN CHARGE OF ARRANAGEMENTS. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000878 Washington - Evangeline Brown Washington was born March 6, 1956 in New Orleans, LA to Hattie Mae Briggs Brown and Felix Woodrow Brown, Sr. Evangeline Washington accepted Christ in 1993 and was a wonderful, loving mother to her son, Anthony Washington, Jr. and daughter, Ca'Juan Monique Washington-Gabriel. The Lord called Evangeline to rest Thursday, November 9, 2006 at Ochsner Hospital from complications due to metastatic breast cancer. She was preceded in death by her brother, Samuel Brown. She leaves to mourn, her children: Anthony Washington, Jr. and Ca'Juan Monique Washington-Gabriel; mother, Hattie Brown; brothers: Woodrow and Anthony; sisters: Georgiana, Gilda, Joan, Millicent and Crystal; son-in-law, Steve Anthony Gabrield, Jr.; brothers- and sisters-in-law: Laniche, James, Barry, Cassandra and Jennifer; special friend and compassionate father to her children, Anthony Washington, Sr.; a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, an uncle, family and friends. Evangeline was kind hearted and compassionate all of her life and did what she could to help others. She will be truly missed by all, but never forgotton. Her memory will forever live on. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 444 Metairie Road, Metairie, LA 70005 on Monday, November 13, 2006 - 11:00 a.m. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Visitation 9:00 a.m. at the Church. CHARBONNET-LABAT, Directors, 581-4411. Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000879 Washington - 'I have fought the good fight. I have finished my course. I have kept the faith:' II Timothy 4:7 Delores Washington, age 85 years, passed away on Sunday, November 26, 2006, in San Antonio, TX, where she was displaced by Hurricane Katrina. She was a native of New Orleans, LA. A Mass of Christian Burial commemorating her life will be celebrated on Friday, December 1, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1802 Tulane Avenue, New Orleans, LA with Father Perry Henry, C.M. serving as celebrant. Visitation will begin at 8:30 a.m. until the hour of service. She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry Gardner and Beatrice Holloway. She leaves to cherish her many precious memories: her lifelong companion of 40 years, William Farris, Jr.; two daughters: Beatrice Washington and Gail Washington Taylor; a son, Harold Washington, Jr.; two grandchildren: Sydney M. Taylor and Olivia A. Taylor; two sons-in-law: Sidney W. Taylor and Clarence Mikel; 1st cousin, Brenda Brown; an adopted daughter, Gloria M. Perry; and a host of other relatives and friends are all invited to attend. Interment and Rite Service at Providence Memorial Park Cemetery with ascending doves symbolizing the commending of the departing soul. HERITAGE FUNERAL DIRECTORS 'A Spirit of Excellence' 4101 St. Claude Avenue, N.O., LA Information: (504) 944- 5500 Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000880 Washington - Jason Joseph Washington, a security guard, died Thursday, October 26, 2006. He was 25. Jason was born in New Orleans and lived in Harvey since Hurricane Katrina. He graduated from Majestic Oak Academy. Survivors include his parents Lurice Washington Mathis and Roosevelt Mathis; three sisters DeCarlo Ardoin, Chasity McDowell, and Ciairra Washington; two brothers Paul Washington and Nigel Washington. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, November 3, 2006 at MAJESTIC MORTUARY, 1833 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. at 10:00 a.m. Burial will be private. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000881 Watkins - Debby 'Snow' Watkins on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 in Kenner, LA. Daughter of Paul and Nancy Watkins. Sister of Denis Watkins. Aunt of Dawn, Brittany and Tiffany Watkins. Age 46. A native of Detroit, MI and a resident of Kenner, LA, and a U.S. Army veteran. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service to be held at H.C. Alexander Funeral Home, Norco, LA on Friday, December 1, 2006 from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions will be accepted for the family c/o H.C. Alexander Fuenral Home, 821 4th St., Norco, LA 70079. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000882 Watkins - Lillian Mix (Wusthoff) Watkins on Sunday, November 12, 2006 of Annapolis, MD. Born in New Orleans, LA, June 7, 1956, she was a 1970 graduate of St. Matthias Elementery School and a 1974 graduate of John F. Kennedy High School. Lilly's life was one of love and giving. She was a devoted wife and mother, and a member and fundraiser for the Muscular Dystrophy Association. She also was a member of the Red Cross, serving hurricane victims. Lilly lived the true meaning of her catholic upbringing - she was truly universal, loving and compassionate to all, especially to those in need. Lilly lived and appreciated the deep truths of all spiritual traditions. She loved to be in nature - hiking, jogging and sailing with her husband, family and friends. Her life has been and will always be an inspiration to those who knew her. Beloved wife of Jeffrey A. Watkins. Daughter of the late Charles Jr. and Lillian (Morel) Wusthoff. Loving mother of Noah Charles Watkins and Woodrow Joseph Watkins both of Annapolis, MD. Cherished sister of Charles F. 'Chip' Wusthoff III of New Orleans, LA, Louise Allison of Laguna Beach, CA, Kathryn Kent Dileo of Metairie, LA, Leif Ann Wusthoff of New Orleans, LA and Pamela Malmgren of Destin, FL. A memorial gathering will be held on Friday, November 17, 2006 from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. at John M. Taylor Funeral Home, 147 Duke of Gloucester Street, Annapolis, MD. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Saturday at 9:00 a.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 109 Duke of Gloucester Street, Annapolis, MD. Interment is private. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association, 8501 LaSalle Road, Baltimore, MD 21286. Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000883 Weaver - Eleanor J. Weaver passed away on Saturday, November 4, 2006. Beloved wife of the late Melbourne K. Weaver. Mother of Barbara (Chris) Reeves. Mother-in-law of Kenneth Reeves. Grandmother of Lindy, Kristy and Christopher Reeves. Grandmother-in-law of Kaci Michelli and Ryan Allen. Sister of Monroe M. Jones and the late Floy Vogt. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Mrs. Weaver was a retired Home Economist for Entergy and was a member of First Baptist Church of Kenner. Age 82 years. A native of Junction City, Arkansas, a former resident of Metairie, LA and a resident of Gonzales, LA for the past year. The relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Services from Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home Chapel, 4747 Veterans Blvd., near Clearview Pkwy., in Metairie, LA on Wednesday afternoon, November 8, 2006 at 1:00 PM. Interment will follow in Garden of Memories. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to First Baptist Church of Kenner, 1400 Williams Blvd., Kenner, LA 70062. Times Picayune 11-7-2006 **************************************** 000884 Weber - Shirley Belle Kilgore Weber passed away on November 11, 2006 in Ocean City, New Jersey. She was born on June 11, 1921 in Corbin, Kentucky, the daughter of Luther Perkins Kilgore and Iona Elizabeth Swan. She attended Virginia Intermont Women's College and was graduated from the University of Kentucky in 1943. During her time at college she was a member of the national debate team. Following college, she was an announcer and a radio personality on WHAS in Louisville, Kentucky and WDSU in New Orleans, Louisiana. It was in New Orleans that she met and married Fred Weber. After a brief time on WCOA in Pensacola, Florida, she and her husband moved to Margate City, New Jersey where he was general manager of WFPG in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Ms. Weber was active in the American Association of University Women, Trinity United Methodist Church of Ventnor, and the Bridge Club of Margate. After her son entered college, Ms. Weber retuned to employment as a social worker at the Atlantic County Welfare Board. Thereafter commencing graduate work, she subsequently received the M.S.W. and Ph.D. degrees from Rutgers University. For many years she was Professor of Social Work and Chair of the Department of Social Work at Rutgers University in Camden. Her research interests were Organizational Structure, and the Soviet and British Health Care Systems. Ms. Weber was the author of An Appalachian Family, published by Berea College, which chronicled the roots of her ancestors in Kentucky and Tennessee. She was predeceased by her husband Fred Weber, her sister Mary Louise Baker and her brother Selwyn Swan Kilgore. Ms. Weber is survived by her son Fred Weber and two granddaughters, Sara Elizabeth and Joanna Louise Weber. Visitation will be on Wednesday, November 15, 2006 at 7:00 PM at St. Peters United Methodist Church and a Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, November 16, 2006 at 10:30 AM in St. Peters United Methodist Church. St. Peters is located at 8th Street and Central Avenue in Ocean City, New Jersey. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Kilgore Scholarship at Union College in Barbourville, Kentucky, and to the Shores at Wesley Manor in Ocean City, New Jersey. Family services by Jeffries and Keates Funeral Home, Northfield. Times Picayune 11-14-2006 **************************************** 000885 Welch - Jesse P. Welch, Sr. on Saturday, November 11, 2006. Beloved husband of the late Elsie Lutenia 'Teenie' Welch; Father of Mary Denise Stelly, Jesse P. Welch, Jr., Andrew Welch, Jean Rachelle Welch, Julie Ann Bellendorf, and the late Patricia 'Trisha' W. Shaw and Annette Eileen Welch. Brother of Preston and Bay Welch and the late John Welch. Grandfather of Phillip Lance Podvorec, John Welch, Johnathan Felix Canova, Brett Alan, Ryan Anthony, Mallary Marie Bellendorf, Jennifer Bailey, and Charles Blevins. Also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Age 75 years. A native of Baton Rouge, LA and resident of Covington, LA for the past 29 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral service on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at 11:00 AM at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home 2260 West 21st. Ave. Covington, LA 70433. Visitation on Monday from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM and again on Tuesday from 9:00 AM until service time. Interment in Garden of the Pines Cemetery Covington, LA. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105. Sign Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 11-13-2006 **************************************** 000886 Wesley - Beverly B. Wesley 'entered into eternal rest' on Sunday, November 12, 2006 at New Orleans Home and Rehabilitation. He was 82 years old. Son of the late Charles and Louise Wesley. Husband of the late Hazel Wesley. Brother of the late Charles Wesley, Jr., Miriam Johnson and Hurlean W. McBride. Brother-in-law of Alfred G. Johnson. Uncle of Clevetta Johnson, Donna Day and Trina McBride. Also survived by a host of great-nieces, -nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of Historic Second Baptist Church; employees of Gereral Services Administration, Harrell's Residence and Que Jacquin's Civic and Social Club and special thanks to Betty Breashears are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. at Estelle J. Wilson Funeral Home, Inc., 2715 Dannell Street. Rev. Robert B. Jackson, officiating. Visitation from 9:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. Interment: Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Professional services entrusted to ESTELLE J. WILSON FUNERAL HOME, INC. 2715 Danneel Street, N.O., LA Information: (504) 895- 4903 Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000887 West - Majorie Haydel West on Sunday, November 5, 2006. Beloved wife of the late Earl C. 'Bubba' West. Mother of Todd W. Kruebbe and Renee' M. Kruebbe. Mother-in-law of Nancy G. Kruebbe. Grandmother of Ainsley M. Kruebbe, Jacob T. Kruebbe, Casey L. Kalata and Skylar B. Barthel. Daughter of the late Whitney C. Haydel and Majorie Shepherd Haydel. Age 64 years. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Mandeville, LA for the past 15 years. Mrs. West was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, in Lacombe, LA and assisted in many functions with the Loins Club in Mandeville for many years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Memorial Mass on Friday, November 10, 2006 at 11:00 AM from the Chapel of E. J. Fielding Funeral Home, Inc., 2260 W. 21st Ave., Covington, LA 70433. Private interment in Mandeville Mausoleum. Visitation on Friday from 9:00 AM until service time. Sign our guestbook online www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 11-7-2006 **************************************** 000888 West - Our Angel on Earth was called home Linda Kate West 60 years old of Loranger for the last 16 years, and she lived in Metairie for 20 years died Friday, November 17, 2006 in North Oaks Medical Center. Linda was born Wednesday, November 28, 1945 in Kosciusko MS. She was a long time employee of Hibernia Bank and Canal Villere Supermarkets. Beloved wife of, Wallace H. West; and Loving mother of daughters and sons-in-law, Rhonda West Kruebbe and Robert Kruebbe Sr., Sherry West Bowers and Karl Bowers; also survived by 8 sisters, Theresa Minshew, Sheila Walton, Shirley Fontenot, Gail Ambert, Rose Perez; Peggy, Sue and Mickey; 2 brothers, Frankie Fischer, Billy Minshew; 2 sisters-in-law, Dola Cumberland, Sheryl West; Loving Grandmother of, Robert Jr, Clovis 'Buck' lll. Brandon, Brittany, Brandie, Codie, Lil Bryan and Aaron; very special nephews, Randy Ladner and Ellis Scarbrough lll; grandaughters-in-law, Santana and Nicole; great- grandchildren, Isabelle, Kallie, Cheyanne, Jacob, Lauren and Brendon; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by Parents: Lonzy Haywood Minshew and Bonnie Kate Wallace Minshew. Great-grandson: Robert Kruebbe lll. Friends will be received Tuesday Nov. 21 at Harry McKneely & Son Funeral Home in Hammond from 6:00p.m. until 10:00p.m. and on Wednesday from 8:00a.m. until services. Services will be held in the Funeral Home Chapel in Hammond, Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at 10:00a.m. with Rev. Joshua Spinks officiating.Interment will follow in the Loranger Community Cemetery, Loranger, Louisiana 70446.Email condolences to: hmckneely@i-55.com / subject line: West Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000889 Wester - Mrs. Lucy D. Wester, age 92 years, passed away on Thursday, November 16, 2006 at the Good Samaritan Home in New Orleans, LA. Mrs. Wester is the beloved wife of the late Milton Wester. Daughter of the late Joseph C. de La Vega and Marie Dardar de La Vega. Sister of Virginia de La Vega, W. Anna Kamas and the late Florence Beniger and Toni Carter. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. Wester was a retired Clerical Supervisor for Charity Hospital in New Orleans for over 40 years. She was also a former parishioner of St. James Major Catholic Church in New Orleans. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery) on Monday, November 20, 2006 at 2:00 pm. Visitation will be from 12:00pm until 2:00pm. Interment will follow in All Saints Mausoleum. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000890 Western - Harold L. 'Chief' Western Sr. on Saturday October 28, 2006 at 7:35 p.m.Beloved husband of Justine Ritter Western after 39 years of marriage.Father of Kim Torbert, Harold L. Western Jr. and Amy Western.Father-in- Law of Larry Torbert and Joseph 'Joe' Gallegos Jr.Son of the late Eloise J. Western and Frederick C. Western Sr.Brother of the late Frederick C. Jr. and Thomas 'Tinker' Western.Brother-in-Law of Joann Miller. Grandfather of Nicole, Lacy, Brandon, Austin, Dakota And Breanna.Also survived by nieces and nephews. Mr. Western was a retired Heavy Equipment Operator out of Operating Engineers Local#406.Aged 62 years, a native of New Orleans and a resident of Kenner for the past 40 years. Relatives and friends of the family, also former co-workers are invited to attend the Funeral Services from Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home chapel 4747 Veterans Blvd. Metairie on Thursday afternoon November 2, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. Interment will be private. Friends may visit from 10:00 a.m. until time of services. On line guest book available at www.legacy.com. Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000891 Wheat - Harold Everett Joseph Wheat, Sr., a Paratransit operator, passed away on Monday, November 6, 2006 at the age of 61. He is survived by his beloved wife, Barbara Santa Cruz Wheat; children, Harold E. J. Wheat, Jr., Joe'l Winstell and Deborah Dawson; five grandchildren, Julia Winstell, Harold E. J. Wheat, III, Jenae' Wheat, Christopher and Andrew Dawson. Mr. Wheat, a native of New Orleans, was preceded in death by his parents, Louise Cannon Wheat and Everett Wheat. Relatives, friends also employees of Regional Transit Authority are invited to attend the Funeral Service to be held in the Chapel of the temporary location of Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home (Lamana-Panno-Fallo), 1717 Veterans Memorial Blvd. at Bonnabel Blvd., Metairie, LA on Wednesday, November 9, 2006 at 12:00 Noon. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Wednesday between the hours of 10:00 A.M. and 12:00 Noon. Interment will follow the service in Lake Lawn Mausoleum. Times Picayune 11-7-2006 **************************************** 000892 Whitehead - Robert Whitehead, age 53 passed away on Monday, November 27, 2006. Mr. Whitehead was born on May 20, 1953 in Panama Canal Zone, Panama. With loyalty and honor, he served in the United States Air Force from 1973-1993. He retired with the rank of TSgt. and was a helicopter mechanic. After retirement, he continued his career as a helicopter mechanic in Saudi Arabi with the Augusta SPA Royal Saudi Helicopter Company. Robert also worked for ASA at the Macon, Georgia Airport as a maintenance mechanic. A man of many accoplishments, his greatest joy was his loving family and he truly enjoyed time spent with them. In 1989, he overcame a bout with cancer. Robert loved being outdoors, while stationed in Alaksa. He enjoyed all water activities including fishing in the Gulf of Mexico, worldwide vacation sailing, and surfing. He learned to scuba dive while he was in Saudi Arabia. He also enjoyed motorcycling and rifling. His parents, Vernon and Elizabeth Towne Whitehead, preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife, Katherine M. Mackowski, Bonaire, GA; children: Mindy Whitehead, Destin, FL, SSgt. Michael Whitehead, Edwards AFB, CA, Pvt. Brian Whitehead, Caserma Ederle, Italy and Ross Mackowski, Atlanta, GA; grandchildren: Abigail Whitehead, Panama City, FL and Merrick Laird, Destin, FL; sister, Allison Whitehead Jobin; and brothers: David and Andrew Whitehead. Visitation will be Friday, December 1, 2006 from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. at McCullough Funeral Home, Warner Robins, GA. Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 2, in the Chapel of McCullough Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to The American Cancer Society, 804 Cherry Street, Macon, GA 31201. Go to www.mcculloughfh.com to sign the Online Registry for the family. McCULLOUGH FUENRAL HOME has charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000893 Whittaker - Dana Frank Whittaker passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2006 at his home in Covington, LA. Dana was born in New Orleans, LA on March 26, 1950 to Paul and Catherine Pallizola Whittaker. He attended Ridgewood Prep School and graduated from East Jefferson High School where he was a member of Phi Lambda Epsilon Fraternity. He also attended the University of Southwest Louisiana. Dana was a loyal and valued employee of Zoe's Bakery for more than 11 years. He had also taken advantage of his knowledge and love of sports by working as a sports writer for the Covington News Banner. Dana is survived by his loving wife, Christy; son, Danny; brother, Patrick; and cousins: Rick Whittaker and Peter Fagan. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Mass at Schoen Funeral Home, 1414 S. Tyler St., Covington, LA on Wednesday, November 22, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. Visitation is from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to www.philambdaepsilon.com. Times Picayune 11-21-2006 **************************************** 000894 Whittington - Richard Winfield Whittington passed away at his home on Friday, November 17, 2006 at 6:05 AM. Beloved husband of fifty-seven years of Carrie Hatton Whittington. Father of Linda Austin, Laura Warren, Robert Whittington, James Whittington, Elizabeth Whittington, Susan Maher, Steve Whittington, Patricia Vaught and the late Charles Whittington and Richard Whittington, Jr. Son of the late Archie A. Whittington and Aline Barter Whittington. Brother of Anita Reiser and uncle of Amanda Lohnas, Alana Reiser and Charles Reiser. Also survived by twenty grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and many other loving relatives and friends. Age 76 years. Relatives, friends of the family, retired employees of Falstaff Brewery and Dixie Brewery, and members of the First Baptist Church of Avondale are invited to attend the Funeral Service on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at the First Baptist Church of Avondale, 360 S. Jamie Blvd. at 10:00 AM. Interment in Garden of Memories Cemetery, Metairie, LA. Visitation will be held at WESTSIDE/ LEITZ-EAGAN FUNERAL HOME, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA on Monday, November 20th from 6:00 PM until 10:00 PM. There will be no visitation before the Funeral Service on Tuesday. For information, call 341-9421. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000895 Wiebelt - Charles R. Wiebelt, Jr., born October 11, 1935, age 71, a native of New Orleans and longtime resident of Metairie, LA, passed away on Tuesday, October 31, 2006. Charlie is the beloved husband of his long-time love Mary Ann O'Dowd Wiebelt with whom he recently celebrated their 50th year of marriage. Devoted father to Ramona W. McNeice, Charlene W. Buckel, Charles R. Wiebelt, III, and father-in-law to Michael McNeice, Timothy M. Buckel and Silvana A. Wiebelt. He was a very loving grandfather, 'paw paw', to Michael T. Buckel, Nicholas J. Buckel, Patrick E. McNeice, Christopher J. McNeice, Jamie M. Buckel, Michael J. McNeice, III and Ryan P. McNeice. Brother of Albert Wiebelt and brother-in-law of Elizabeth Wiebelt. Charlie put up a long and courageous fight with major illnesses his whole adult life. He is preceded in death by parents, Charles R. Wiebelt, Sr., and Mary E. Schmidt Wiebelt. Charlie retired from South Central Bell on April 14, 1998. He was a graduate of Capdau School, 1952, and of Rugby Academy, 1956. He also attended Loyola University's City College. He was a member of Louisiana's Historical Society, AARP, and was an avid collector of Louisiana and New Orleans' history. He is survived by cousins, nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Graveside Service at Greenwood Cemetery, 5200 Canal Blvd on Tuesday, November 7, 2006 at 12:00 PM. Greenwood Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers donations to American Lung Association of LA, 2325 Severn Ave., Suite 8, Metairie, LA 70001. To view or sign the Family Guestbook please visit www.greenwoodfuneralhome.net. Times Picayune 11-4-2006 **************************************** 000896 Wilkes - Earl Raymond Wilkes, Sr. on Sunday, October 29, 2006. Beloved husband of the late Alice D. Wilkes. Father of E. Raymond Wilkes, Jr., Donald W. Wilkes and Mary Ann Turegano. Grandfather of Angela M. Wilkes. Brother of Carrie Goins and Lamar S. Cox. Son of the late George W. Wilkes and Minnie Lee B. Wilkes. Aged 81 years. A native of Sneed Island, FL and a resident of Covington, LA for the past 11 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 12:00 PM from the Chapel of E. J. Fielding Funeral Home, Inc., 2260 W. 21st Ave., Covington, LA 70433. Interment in Pinecrest Mausoleum. Visitation on Saturday from 10:00 AM until service time. Sign our guestbook online www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 11-1-2006 **************************************** 000897 Williams - Alfred (Tank) Eugene Williams, Sr. entered into eternal rest at Ochsner Medical Center Westbank on Sunday October 29, 2006 at 1:30p.m. Beloved husband of Stella M. Williams. Father of Stella Louise Johnson, Henry Williams, Brenda Jarrite, Debra Parker, Alfred Williams, Jr., Amanda Williams, Andrea Williams, and Thurman Williams, also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Age 81 years a native of Shreveport, La. and a resident of Westwego, La. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service from Davis Mortuary Service, 6820 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, La. on Saturday November 4, 2006 at 10:00a.m. Visitation from 8:30a.m. until service time at the above named parlor. Interment: Restlawn Cemetery, Avondale, La. Arrangements by DAVIS MORTUARY SERVICES 230 Monroe St., Gretna, LA Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000898 Williams - Charles Earl 'June' Williams, Jr., a native of New Orleans, LA, died at 39 years of age on October 18, 2006 in Jonesboro, GA. Beloved son of Alma Ruth Hoyle and the late Charles Earl Williams, Sr. Father of Charles Hookfin, Erica and Timothy Nelson. Loving brother of Antoinette (Tyrone) Williams Hudson, Pamela (Harrison) Williams Banks and Michelle (Lee) Williams Green all of New Orleans, LA. Grandson of Beatrice Alfonse Williams and the late Ruth Lyons. Also survived by 1 nephew, 3 nieces, 2 great-nieces, aunts, uncles, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate 'June's' Life on Friday, November 10, 2006 -- 10:00 a.m. at CHARBONNET-LABAT FUNERAL HOME, 1615 ST. PHILIP STREET. Interment Holt Cemetery. Visitation 8:30 a.m. in the Chapel. CHARBONNET- LABAT, Directors, 581-4411. Times Picayune 11-9-2006 **************************************** 000899 Williams - David Williams (Lightning) of St. Martinville, La on November 21, 2006 departed this life. Son of the late Louvenia Hughes and Julius Williams. Stepson of the late Lazarus Hughes, father of David Rene Williams, Brother of Lazarus Hughes, Jr. (Jacqueline), Onita Williams (Eldridge), Leary Hughes (Othella), and Lesa Doucette, nephew of Evelina and Gussie Washington, devoted friend of Dorothy Polk. Funeral services will be on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at 2:00 pm at Syrie Funeral Home, 1417 East Simcoe Street, Lafayette, La. 70501, 337- 235-2305 with visitation at 1 pm. Rev. Samuel Gibbs, Jr. officiating. Times Picayune 11-23-2006 **************************************** 000900 Williams - Delores Rolland Williams, on Sunday, November 5, 2006, at Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital, Houston, TX. Age 77. A native of New Orleans. A graduate of B.T. Washington High School. A former employee of Howard Johnson Hotel-French Quarter and a member of the Spiritual Sunlight Baptist Church. Daughter of the late Walter Roberts, Sr. and Olivia Holmes Roberts. Wife of Jefferson Williams, Jr. Mother of Jacquelyn (Michael) Carter, Wayne (Sandra) Rolland, Florine (Layman) Smith, LaJuan (Corey) Rolland, and the late Joseph (Virginia) Rolland. Sister of Thelma Foster, Kate Williams, Audrey Mae Tolliver and the late Violet Battiste Jones, Henry Jones, Frank Williams, Walter Roberts, Jr., Lucille August and Ernest Roberts. Sister-in-law of the late Ethelene and Jackie Williams. God-mother of Cynthia, Pierre and Arthur Harris. Also survived by 18 grandchildren, 31 great grandchildren, 6 great great grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the Williams Family, also Pastor and members of Spiritual Sunlight Baptist Church are invited to attend Funeral Services on Saturday, November 11, 2006 at Louisiana Undertaking Company, 1449 N. Claiborne Avenue. NOLA at 11:00 AM. Visitation at 9:00 AM. The Rev. Ernest Lewis, officiating. Interment in Rest Haven Park and Mausoleum. Services entrusted to LOUISIANA UNDERTAKING CO., INC. 1449 N. Claiborne Ave., NOLA 70116 Information: (504) 945-2145 Jeffery K. Jenkins/Renard A. Boissiere Directors Times Picayune 11- 10-2006 **************************************** 000901 Williams - Ernestine Williams entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, November 1, 2006. She was 59 years old. Beloved daughter of the late Mrs. Mabel Williams. Sister of the late Celestine Williams and Ernest 'Chip' Williams. Loving mother of three daughters, Amanda W. Jenkins, Denise Williams and Shalitha W. Washington. Survived by her brother Lawrence Williams, 11 grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews. Relatives and Friends are invited to attend funeral services Thursday, November 9, 2006 at Majestic Mortuary, 1833 Oretha C. Haley Blvd. at 10:00am. Visitation at 9:00 a.m. Interment in Holt Cemetary. In lieu of flowers donations are preferred. MAJESTIC MORTUARY in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-8-2006 **************************************** 000902 Williams - Gertrude Cassimere Williams, a homemaker, a native of New Orleans, LA and resident of Baton Rouge, LA since hurricane Katrina. Born October 8, 1934, age 72, passed away on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at Baton Rouge General Medical Center. Survivors include: her husband, Charles Williams; 3 sons: Calvin, Bryant and Bruce Williams; 6 daughters: Debra, Jennifer, Lynette and Gaynell Williams, Justinia Franklin and Joy Moses; 1 sister, Georgia Mayfield; 1 brother, Roland Darby; 20 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Preceded in death by: father, Noel Cassimere; mother, Rev. Lilly Solomon; brother, Wilbert Darby; sister, Mary Paul ;and grandson, Edward Russell. Religious Services held on Monday, November 20, 2006 at St. Philip Divine Spiritual Church, 10188 Hyacinth Ave., Baton Rouge, LA 70810. Antioch Spiritual Church of New Orleans, LA presiding. Visitation 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Service begins 11:00 a.m. Interment: Port Hudson Cemetery, Baton Rouge, La. Arrangements by: Winnfield Funeral Home, Baton Rouge, LA.. Times Picayune 11-19- 2006 **************************************** 000903 Williams - Jeannette Bierria Williams was born September 2, 1939 and departed this life on Tuesday, November 7, 2006 at Our Lady of the Lake Hospital in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Loving wife of Calvin A. Williams, Sr. Mother of Travis (Karen), Stacie and Cy (Torrie) Williams and the late Calvin A. Williams, Jr. Stepmother of Stephanie. Grandmother of Angelle, Cierra, Sasha, India, Maya, Tavis Jr., Melvin Jr., Travis III, Ayinde and Ross. Great-grandmother of Aiyana. Daughter of the late Roy and Myrtle Bierria. Sister of Gladys B. Piper, Madgeline B. Blanco, the late Roy, Harold and Rene Bierria. She is also cherished by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend A Celebration of Life on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul Ev. Lutheran Church, 1625 Annette St. Visitation will begin at 8:00 a.m. until service time. Rev. Dr. James Ertl, officiating. Interment Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Arrangements by RHODES UNITED FIDELITY FUNERAL HOME, Baton Rouge, LA. Times Picayune 11-13-2006 **************************************** 000904 Williams - Leona Annette Williams was born in New Orleans, Louisiana to the late Theodore Lewis and Alice Crawford Lewis on May 3, 1934. She was a graduate of McDonough No. 35 High School of New Orleans, where she was a member of the High School Pep Team. She leaves behind her husband, CSM (Ret.) Lawrence Louis Williams. She leaves five daughters; Pamela Williams Casey, Alice Upshaw Guess, Adrian Williams Todd, Leatrice Williams Roberts and Avril Williams Knox. Leona leaves four son-in-laws, Gary Casey, Madison Guess, Michael Todd and Marc Knox. She has thirteen grandchildren; Kevin, (Dawn) and Makeisha Casey, Ira Cordell, Katrina and Ryan Upshaw, Marlon and Mechael Guess, Alaina and Lawrence Todd, Shanta LeBlanc, David Jones, Elijah McLaughlin and Juli Knox and two great- grandchildren, Daisha and Anthony Casey. She leaves behind three brothers; Alphonse Crawford, Theodore Lewis and Jerome Lewis. She was the sister-in-law of Shirley Taylor, Marlene Pollard, Neil and Shirley Williams and Thaddeus and Ruth Williams. She was the sister-in-law of the belated Mae Woods, Lorraine Morris, Odessa Givens, Mary Louise Hamilton, Albert Williams, Viola Lewis and Martha Crawford. Leona also leaves a host of cousins, nieces, nephews and a great number of friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral services at 11:00 am on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church, 4700 Pineda St., New Orleans, 70126. Visitation 9:30-10:45 am. Interment in St. Louis No 3. ARRANGEMENTS BY JACOB SCHOEN AND SON FUNERAL DIRECTORS. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000905 Williams - Letha Dell Williams, age 55, died October 11, 2006 after a long illness. A native of New Orleans, LA, she was born September 4, 1951. Evacuated to Fairfield, Calif. following Hurricane Katrina. Mother to Ronald J. Williams, sister to Miriam Johnson, and Larry, Calvin, Eddie, Arthur and Kevin Williams. Grandmother to Ashinique Williams. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Lawrence Williams, Jr. Services were held Monday, October 16, 2006 in Fairfield, California. Times Picayune 11-7-2006 **************************************** 000906 Williams - Lonnis (Lionel) Williams died on November 11, 2006. He was the son of the late Charlie and Gladys Williams. He leaves to mourn, his son Ronald (Dorothy) Williams, one sister: Augustine W. Jordan; two brothers: Charlie (Lavern) and Robert (Larriane) Williams; one grandson: Christopher (Dejah) Williams; two step-sisters: Rose Richard and Brenda Shelly; two step-brothers: Ronald and Herman Craige; five great-grandchildren: Ronald Ray Brown, Mohogany, Wilfred, Dakata and Dakota Smith; one brother-in-law: Louis Williams. He was preceded in death by his wife, Jeanette Williams; sister: Betty Ann Williams; brother: Charlie Williams and stepmother Rosebell Williams. Relatives and friends of the family, also pastor, officers and members of all neighboring churches are invited to attend the funeral services from Richardson Funeral Home, 11112 Jefferson Hwy., River Ridge, LA on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 10:00 AM. Interment: Belgrove Cemetery. Richardson Funeral Home of Jefferson in charge of arrangements. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000907 Williams - Lubertha Williams, Age 98 a homemaker departed this life on Saturday November 20, 2006 in Laplace, La., Daughter of the late Doc and Emma Quillens, Mother of Landon Johnson, Eddie Cutno and Dolores Sampson, Sister of Matilda Giles, Julia Hayes, Viola Brumfield, Louise Green, Isaac, and Joe Louis Williams, 17 Grandchildren, 60 Great great-grandchildren, 9 Great great great grandchildren, survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Pastor, Officers and Members of Greater Good Hope B.C. Covenant Church, New Home Ministries. And all neighboring churches are invited to attend Home going service on Saturday November 25, 2006 @ 11:00 a.m. at the above name church 47 Cathy St. Norco, La., Rev. Willie Dewey officiating, and Interment Montz Cemetery, Montz, La., Viewing from 9:00 am until Service Time. Service Entrusted to Hobson Brown Funeral Home Garyville, LA Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000908 Williams - Mary Jane Dee Williams on Friday, November 17, 2006. Beloved mother of Cyndi Macaluso, Warren Williams, Jr. and the late Wayne Williams. Mother in law of Frank Macaluso and Robin Williams. Daughter of the late Irma Laiche Dee and Joseph M. Dee. Grandmother of Alisha and John Paul Leonard and Jacob and Justin Williams. Great Grandmother of Hailey Williams. Long time companion of Walter T. Niklaus, Jr. Mary Jane was the former Owner and Operator of MJs Lounge in Gretna, LA. Age 74 years old. A native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Gretna, La for the past 35 years. Relatives and friends of the family, also members of the Harvey Moose Club are invited to attend a Mass in the Chapel of MOTHE FUNERAL HOMES, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at 11:00 am. Interment St. Patrick #1 Cemetery. Parlors will be open Monday evening from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm and on Tuesday morning from 9:00 am until funeral time. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000909 Williams - Mary Lou McCrory Williams, passed away at her residence on November 1, 2006. She was 76 years of age, a native of Castleberry, AL and a resident of Terrytown, LA. Beloved wife of the late Herman Thomas Williams. Mother of Shirley W. Bosarge, Gloria W. Coludrovich, Brenda W. Parker, T. Howard, Richard A., David E. and J. Timothy Williams. Daughter of the late Birdie Joyner McCrory and Joseph T. McCrory. Sister of Voncile M. Stewart, Montez M. Ferguson, Alice M. Mock, Edward and Joseph McCrory, Jr., the late Clara M. Ryals, Wentford, William and Roy McCrory. Also survived by 17 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. She is retired from the Westbank Guide/ Times Picayune as their circulation manager. Relatives and friends are invited to attend Funeral Services at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expy., Harvey, LA on Friday, November 3, 2006 at 1 PM. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park. Parlors will be open Friday at 10 AM. The family would like to extend special thanks and gratitude to the staff of West Jefferson Hospice for their compassion and kindness. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000910 Williams - Mercedes Gloria Handy Williams was born September 6, 1930, in New Orleans, Louisiana to the late Benjamin and Bertha Handy. She departed this life on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 at the home of her daughter, Carolyn Williams Ambrose in Tomball, Texas. Mercedes Williams was united in holy matrimony to the late John Baptiste Philip Williams Sr, on October 8, 1955. To this union three children were born: Debbie Ann Williams Springer, John Baptiste Williams Jr., and Carolyn Lottie Williams Ambrose. She was preceded in death by her parents: Benjamin and Bertha Handy, sisters and brothers: Myrtle, Benjamin, Henry, Alberta, John, James, Alfred, and Rosetta. She leaves behind to mourn three children Debbie Williams Springer, John Baptiste Williams Jr., and Carolyn Williams Ambrose; two sisters, Elizabeth Handy Davis, and Dorothy Handy Peavy; two sister-in-law, Gladys Johnson Handy and Agnes Williams; three brother-in-law, Cephus Peavy, Sidney LeGarde and Lloyd Williams; one daughter-in-law, Linda Johnson Williams; and two son-in-laws: David Bailey Ambrose and George Springer Jr.; eight grandchildren: Trisanne Springer, Vinaya Springer, Danyelle Williams, Jordan Ambrose, Donis Johnson, Courtney Johnson, Edwin Johnson, Edward Johnson and four great grandchildren Jarrell Jones, Isaiah Dunbar, Joshua Dunbar, and Aniyah Johnson and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Funeral Service: Saturday, November 18, 2006, Viewing: 9:00AM - 11:00AM, Service: 11:00AM - 12:45PM, Greater Pure Light Church, 12330 Vickery, Houston, Texas 77039 (281) 987-1980. Monday, November 20, 2006, 10:00 AM Memorial Service at Charbonnet-Labat Funeral Homes, Inc., 1615 St. Phillip Street, New Orleans, Louisiana 70116, Dismissal directly following at St. Louis III Cemetery, 3421 Esplanade Ave., New Orleans, LA 70119. Times Picayune 11-17-2006 **************************************** 000911 Williams - Thelda Frey Williams, age 82 years, passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at West Jefferson General Hospital. Beloved wife of the late Louis E. Williams, Jr. Daughter of the late John H. Frey and Marie Heidmann Frey. Mother of Karl L. Williams, Germaine Williams Kelly, Elaine Williams Landry and the late Belinda Williams Traylor. Mother-in-law of Michael Kelly, Sr. and Dave Landry. Sister of John H. Frey, Jr. and the late Geraldine Frey. Grandmother of Kimberly Kelly, Michael Kelly, Jr., Keith Landry and Lance Landry. Relatives and friends of the Family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at St. Rosalie Catholic Church, 600 Second Avenue, Harvey, La. on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow in All Saints Mausoleum. Visitation will be at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. (in Metairie Cemetery), on Monday, November 20, 2006 from 6:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. and at the church on Tuesday morning from 9:00 am until service time. To view and sign the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com. Times Picayune 11-19-2006 **************************************** 000912 Williams - Timothy D. Williams born February 27, 1949, died Wednesday, November 1, 2006. Son of the late Artemis and Priscilla Y. Williams. Brother of Patricia Y. Williams Jack (Preston Jack, Sr.) of Edgard, LA and Viola C. Williams of Bridge City, LA. He was preceded in death by his brothers: Artemis Jr. and Kenneth J. Williams. He is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, November 11, 2006 at The Third Emmanuel Baptist Church, 187 Third Emmanuel St., Bridge City, Louisiana. Visitation 8:00 - 9:45 a.m. Interment: Carrollton Cemetery. Pastor J.C. Dyson, Sr., officiating. Arrangements by D.W. RHODES FUNERAL HOME, Gretna, LA. Times Picayune 11-10-2006 **************************************** 000913 Williamson - Lyndia Marie Williamson on Thursday, October 26, 2006 at West Jefferson Medical Center. Mother of Monique Anjele Williamson. Grandmother of Anjele and Anjonia Dixon. Daughter of Ophelia and Charles Camel and the late Ernest Ranson, Sr. Sister of Ernest Jr., Wayne, Darrell and Wanda. Sister-in-law of Karen, Avalyn and Betty. Niece of Joyce Kennedy, Lois, Lawrence, James and Milton Turner. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend Funeral Services on Thursday, November 2, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary Baptist Church, 6223 6th Ave., Marrero, LA. Rev. Wilbert Tross, Jr., officiating. Visitation will begin at 8:00 a.m. Burial will private. MURRAY HENDERSON FUNERAL HOME in charge. Times Picayune 11-1- 2006 **************************************** 000914 Willie - Carol Ann Willie passed away on Wednesday, November 15, 2006 at her residence in Folsom, La. at the age of 60. Beloved mother of Ron Stein, Tony Stein and Amy Stein Poche. Sister of Charles Willie and Carol Lynn Willie and the late Ella Louise Willie and Charlene Monte. Daughter of the late Clara Lillian Lester Willie and Prentice Robert Willie. Grandmother of Megan Stein, Rachel Stein, Justin Stein, Raven Stein, Ethan Stein, Brian Stein, Evan Stein and Chance Willie. Carol Devoted her life to her Children and Grandchildren. Relatives and friends of the Family are invited to attend the funeral. A Mass of Christian Burial will Be Celebrated in the Chapel of Bagnell & Son Funeral Home, 75212 Lee Rd. Covington, LA. on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. Interment in Willie Cemetery. Friends may call after 6:30 P.M. Friday and after 9:30 A.M. Saturday. Times Picayune 11-16-2006 **************************************** 000915 Willie - Christy Lea Willie on Sunday, November 5, 2006. Mother of Brittany Seiler and Kayla Madden. Daughter of Ollie Phillips Willie and the late Eddie J. Willie. Sister of Merle Willis, Gail Hebert, Leslie Hebert and the late Eddie J. 'E.J.' Willie, Jr. Sister-in-law of Harry Willis, Dave Hebert and C. J. Hebert. Preceeded in death by her great niece Kaycee Corkern. Also survived by a host of nieces and nephews. Age 45 years. A native of Franklinton, LA and a resident of Folsom, LA. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Services on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at 11:00 AM from the Chapel of E. J. Fielding Funeral Home, Inc., 2260 W. 21st Ave., Covington, LA 70433. Interment in the Willie Cemetery. Visitation on Wednesday, November 8, 2006 from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM and again on Thursday from 9:00 AM until service time. Sign our guestbook online www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 11-8-2006 **************************************** 000916 Willis - Jim Willis, a 95 years old retired painter of 46 years with National Gypsum Company, died at Ochsner Foundation Hospital on Friday, November 17, 2006. Mr. Willis was born in Baton Rouge, LA on September 11, 1911 and lived in New Orleans, LA since 1944. He was preceded in death by his mother, Lucille Jackson Willis, father, Will Willis, wife, Dorothy Adams Willis, four brothers: Junius, George, Charlie and Tom Willis; two stepchildren: Zenobia Harris and Robert Matthews; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren. He leaves to cherish his memory, ten children: Lucille Williams, Beatrice Scott, Jenny White, Annie Jackson, Audrey Douglas, Violet Horton, Miniimah Shabazz, Marguerite Willis, Jim Adams and Willie Matthews; two stepchildren: Ruth Peters and Hosea May Gray; 39 grandchildren, 75 great-grandchildren and 40 great-great-grandchildren; also a host of nieces, nephews and friends; 1 sister, Lucille Willis and 1 brother, Willie Willis. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, November 25, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. from the Jeffeson Home of Tharp-Sontheimer-Tharp, 1600 N. Causeway Blvd. at 43rd St., Metairie, LA. Visitation from 9:00 a.m. until service time. Interment in Resthaven Memorial Park. Information: (504) 835-2341. Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000917 Willis - Louis Willis, Jr., of New Orleans, LA, on Friday, September 22, 2006, entered into eternal rest. He was 51. Survived by a son, Quinton Peters; a daughter, Nichole Cabalier; 4 grandchildren; father, Louis Willis, Sr.; sisters: Meriel Mattio (Matthew), Constance Schaeffer (Jimmy), Sherry Johnson (Bobby), Germaine Vantress (Ronald), Donna Willis and Terry Parker (Jeffery); brothers: Ray Willis and Dwayne Clark; grandmother, Estelle Jackson; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his mother, Dorothy Mae 'Ramona' Willis; and grandfather, Paul Jackson. Relatives and friends of the family; especially friends of Louis; employees of Lucky Dogs, Charity Hospital and Grabel Moving Co. are invited to attend a Memorial Service on November 6, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Little Solid Rock Missionary B.C., 1240 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., N.O., LA 70113. Pastor Larry Crockett of First Love B.C. of Kenner, LA, officiating. Times Picayune 11-5-2006 **************************************** 000918 Wilson - Doris M. Wilson passed away on Monday, October 30, 2006. Age 93, a native of Amite, LA and a longtime resident of Kenner, LA. Beloved wife of the late William B. Wilson. Loving mother of Carol W. Gaudet and Doris W. Little. Sister of the late Kenneth and Randolph Moak. She is also survived by 9 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Services at the Kenner funeral home of L. A. Muhleisen and Son, 2607 Williams Blvd. on Friday, November 3, 2006 at 11:00 o'clock a.m. Visitation on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until time of service. Times Picayune 11-2-2006 **************************************** 000919 Wilson - Jacqueline Fay Jones Wilson, an employee with the Hampton Inn, died on Wednesday, November 8, 2006. Age 45. Mrs. Wilson was a lifelong resident of New Orleans, LA and attended Walter L. Cohen High School. Survivors include her husband, Calvin E. Wilson; her children: Ke'micheal and Keonia Jones; one grandchild, My'Laii Holmes; her mother, Odessa Jones, her father, Wilbert Jones; 4 sisters: Brenda Fields, Sheila Jones, Wilma Blackwell and Deone Palmer; and 2 brothers: Nicky and Hayes Jones. She was preceded in death by her grandson, Micheal Dawayne Holmes, Jr. Also survived by a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service at DW Rhodes Funeral Home, 1020 Virgil St. on Thursday, November 16, 2006 at 10:00 am. Visitation will begin at 8:30 am. Interment: Providence Memorial Park. Arrangements by DW Rhodes Funeral Home, Gretna, LA. Times Picayune 11-15-2006 **************************************** 000920 Wilson - Joseph Wilson on Sunday, October 29, 2006. Beloved husband of the late Mary Agnes Berzat Wilson. Father of Wendell J. Wilson (Iris), Theon A. Wilson, Vanessa A. Wilson, the late Joseph Wilson, Jr. and Lloyd Wilson. Son of the late Earnest and Elodia Cola Wilson. Survived by his sister, Mary Wilson Gordon and sister-in-law, Sadie Wilson. Preceded in death by brothers: Earnest Wilson, Jr. and James Wilson, Sr. (Odette); sisters: Oreatha Wilson Washington (Barney) and Augustine Wilson Schaffer (Perry). Grandfather of Frankie Lewis, Shereen Smith Taylor (Chris Jr.), Zarassa Harris, Aurion Wilson Gibson (Kerrick), Elizabeth Wilson Julien and Jennifer Wilson. Great-grandfather of Alexis and Keima Harris, Chastity Henderson, Kerrielle Smith, Chris Taylor III, Joshua Gibson and Dylan Wilson. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family; also pastors, officers and members of St. Philip the Apostle, Our Lady Star of the Sea and Holy Ghost Catholic Churches, Fifth African Baptist Church; employees of the law offices of Theon A. Wilson, Tenants of Abby Office Centers, Bernard, Cassissi and Saparita Law Firm are invited to attend the Funeral Service on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Chruch, 1835 St. Roch Avenue, New Orleans, LA. The Reverend Howard Bird, officiating. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation from 8:30 a.m. until 10:00 a.m. Arrangements by MAGEE FUNERAL HOME. Rev. David M. Patin, Sr. and Gwiena Magee Patin, Directors. Times Picayune 11-3- 2006 **************************************** 000921 Wilson - Mamie Radoste Wilson, born June 14, 1925 in New Orleans, Louisiana, died November 19, 2006 at the age of 81. Mrs. Wilson will be remembered as a great cook who enjoyed having people visit her and the family at home, preparing all of the most wonderful foods. She was an award winning gardener always having the most beautiful flowers on display. The holidays would find Mamie preparing her home with festive decorations to warm the hearts of all who visited. Friday night card playing was a ritual for Mamie and the family along with the many casino trips. Mrs. Wilson is preceded in death by her son, Robert Dale Wilson. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Hayward Sherman Wilson; daughter, Judy Wilson Trittel and husband, Phillip; son, Steve Wilson and wife, Angela; sister, Gloria Radoste Buras; grandchildren, Rachel Pero, Phillip Trittel, Jr., and Capers Wilson; great-grandchildren, Randall Douglas Kennedy, Savannah Pero, Alexis Pero; and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Funeral Services will be held, Monday, November 27, 2006 in the Chapel of Kingwood Funeral Home. For further tributes visit www.mem.com. Kingwood Funeral 22800 Highway 59 North Kingwood, TX 77339 Times Picayune 11-25-2006 **************************************** 000922 Wilson - Mary Rando Wilson on Tuesday, November 21, 2006 at her residence. Beloved wife of the late Roy M. Wilson. Sister of the late Dominick Rando and Rita Shields. She is survived by her niece and nephews: Brenda R. Adams, William T. Rando, Bruce Shields, Donald Shields and Roy Rando. Also survived by a host of great-nieces and nephews, great-great nieces and nephews, and 1 great-great-great nephew. She was a native of New Orleans and a resident of Jefferson for 53 years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home 4747 Veterans Blvd. Metairie, LA on Friday, November 24, 2006 at 1:00 pm. Visitation will be from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm. Interment will be in Lakelawn Park Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, Masses are appreciated. Times Picayune 11-23- 2006 **************************************** 000923 Wimmer - Joseph Michael Wimmer passed away at his residence in Covington on Monday, October 30, 2006 after a lengthy illness. Michael was 62 years old. He was a native of Jefferson City, Kansas and a resident of Covington for the past 15 years. Beloved husband of Micki Wimmer. Father of Kim Breaux and husband, Randy. Stepfather of Bruce, Jeff and wife, Angella, Laura Walker and Michelle and husband, Michael Hall. Grandfather of Kaci Breaux, Blake, Tyler, Zack Walker, Ethan Campos and Seth Menard. Son of the late Nellie Woods and John Wimmer . Joseph was the sales manager for Starpower-Laborde, Inc. for the past 15 years. He loved to hunt and fish as well as being at the camp with family and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral. Religious services will be held in the Chapel of Bagnell & Son Funeral Home, 75212 Lee Rd. Covington, LA. on Saturday, November 4, 2006 at 2:30 P.M. Interment Private. Friends may call after 1:00 P.M. Saturday. In lieu of flowers donations to the American Heart Association preferred. Times Picayune 11-3-2006 **************************************** 000924 Wininger - Emelda Dallam Wininger passed away on Monday, November 27, 2006. Beloved wife of the late Charles J. Wininger, Jr. Mother of Charlene Kline, Linda Sheppard, Connie Delatte and Charles R. Wininger. Mother-in-law of Alvin Kline, Gail Wininger, Jackie Houston, Darlene Pitre and the late Donald Delatte. Daughter of the late Lillie Dehart Dallam and Edward Earl Dallam. Sister of the late Irvin Dallam. Also survived by 16 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. Age 85 years. A lifelong resident of Algiers, LA. Relatives and friends of the family; also members of Algiers AARP Chapter and Golden Age Group and her beloved card groups are invited to attend Funeral Services at Mothe Funeral Homes, 1300 Vallette St., Algiers, LA on Wednesday, November 29, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park. Parlors will be open Wednesday at 9:00 a.m. Information: 366-4343. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000925 Woodfork - Regina D. Woodfork, age 101 of Salisbury, MD, an evacuee from Hurricane Katrina, died Monday, November 13, 2006 at Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury, MD. Born in Point-a-la-Hache, LA, she was the daughter of the late Prosper and Leomie (Barthelemy) Duplessis. She was the wife of the late Norbert Ferdinand Woodfork, Sr. who passed away July 20, 1995. Upon her 100th birthday, Regina Duplessis Woodfork received declarations from the following: United States of America - President George Bush, Plaquemine Parish - Honorable Benny Rousselle, Parish President, Orleans Parish, Honorable Mayor Ray Nagin, St. James Parish - Honorable Dale Hymel, Parish President, St. John the Baptist Parish - Honorable Nickie Monica, Parish President, and Knights of Peter Claver Ladies Auxiliary Court #50. She was a woman who never had a negative thing to say. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. She is survived by four daughters: Yvonne Woodfork Johnson of Salisbury, MD, Madeline Woodfork Woodland of Lutcher, LA, Dianna Woodfork Fredricks of San Leandro, CA, Ursula Woodfork Lyons and her husband, Jerome Lyons, Sr. of Salisbury, MD; 32 grandchildren, 57 great-grandchildren, 56 great-great- grandcildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband she was preceded in death by four children: Inez Woodfork, Naomi Woodfork Cousin, Joyce Woodfork Dusuau and Norbert Ferdinand Woodfork, Jr.; brothers: Theophile, Felix, Salvador, Raynold and Joseph; and sisters: Edwina Duplessis whom raised Regina, Ursula Duplessis and Eugenia Duplessis Evans. A Funeral Service will be held Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at Greenwood Funeral Home, (formerly All Faiths Funeral Home) 5200 Canal Blvd., New Orleans, LA with visitation from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Interment will be in Providence Memorial Cemetery. Contributions may be made to Coastal Hospice at the Lake, P.O. Box 1733, Salisbury, MD 21802. Arrangements are in the care of Holloway Funeral Home, 501 Snow Hill Road, Salisbury, MD 21804. Visit www.hollowayfh.com to express condolences to the family. Times Picayune 11-24-2006 **************************************** 000926 Wool - Mary Ellen Prowant Wool, age 83, a homemaker, passe away in Tennessee on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at 7:30am. She lived in New Orleans, LA for 47 years. Wife of the late Austin 'Bud' Wool. Sister to the late John Prowant. Daughter to the late Anna Prowant. Survivors include her sister, Jean Sholitan of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Mother of Golda Plauche, Jeffrey Wool, Robert Amaru (Bobby Stephens), Michele and Will Cook, Sharon German, Elaina Ruland, Norene and Mike Spears, and Michael Wool. Grandchildren: Amanda, Justin, John Jr., Anthony, Michael, Sean, Chris, Nancy, Ed, Michele, Jamie, Wayne, Jennifer; 5 great- grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews. Celebrate her life Sunday, November 19, 2006 at 4:00pm, 4112 Illinois Ave., Kenner. Services are private. Donations to Louisiana Lions Eye Foundation, 1850 Gause Blvd., Suite 303, Slidell, LA 70461. Times Picayune 11-12-2006 **************************************** 000927 Wright - Mary Josephine Spico Wright passed away on Monday, November 6, 2006 at East Jefferson Hospital. She was the beloved wife of the late Charles W. Wright. Daughter of the late Frank and Josephine Spico. Sister of the late Santa Koteas. Mother of Ronald W. Holley, Thomas F. Holley and David K. Rodman. Grandmother of Ronald Jr., Kimberly, Jeffery, Tommy Jr., Scott and Candice. Great- grandmother of Grason. Mrs. Wright was 81, a native of New Orleans, LA and resident of Metairie, LA since 1965. She was a retired executive Secretary of Amoco Oil Company and former employee of Esso Oil Company. She was of the Catholic faith. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass from the Metairie Home of Lamana-Panno-Fallo, 1717 Veterans Blvd., at Bonnabel Blvd. on Thursday, November 9, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. Visitation on November 9, 2006 after 9:00 a.m. Interment will follow in St. Roch No. II. Sign on-line Guest Book at www.legacy.com. Funeral information: 831-9901. Times Picayune 11-8-2006 **************************************** 000928 Wymer - Robert Floyd Wymer, Jr., a lifelong resident of St. Tammany Parish and a native of the Covington area. He worked hard to build a strong and loving family and home for 79 years. He was a former Merchant Marine and a 20 year owner of Wymer's Grocery Store and Bar on Lee Road in Covington. A member of the American Legion Post 16, a licensed electrician and a multiple decade professional plasterer. He passed away on November 6, 2006 due to complications of lung cancer at St. Tammany Parish Hospital. Mr. Wymer is survived by his wife of 57 years, Mrs. Emelie LeBlanc Wymer and his three daughters, Patricia Holden, Betsey Bourque and Robin Eastman; his three sons, Julius Holden, Terry Bourque, Sr., and Frederick Eastman, Sr., his eight grandchildren, Wayne Holden, Tori H. Bauer, Charmaine Holden, Terry Bourque, Jr., Robert 'Bobby' Bourque, Christopher Bourque, Nique Bourque, and F.J. Eastman; his three granddaughter-in-laws, Carolynn M. Bourque, Melissa G. Bourque, and LeAnn P. Bourque; his one grandson-in-law Rodney Bauer; his nine great grandchildren, Robbie and Daniel Holden, Hunter and Isaiah Bauer, Jeremy Bourque, Landon Bourque, Remington Bourque, Gauge Bourque and Dalton Bourque; he is the son of the late Robert Floyd Wymer, Sr. and Julia Catherine Burgbacher Wymer; siblings, Martha W. Calamia, Myra W. Galloway and the late Susan Lasseigne; and brother-in-law Hubert Galloway and the late Johnny Calamia and Leon Lasseigne. Mr. Robert leaves behind a vivid legacy of strength, hard work, intelligence, loyalty, perseverance and an unending love to his family and all the lives he has touched. He is deeply loved in return and his memory will continue to strengthen and enrich the lives and minds of his family and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the visitation on Thursday, November 9, 2006 from 6:00 PM until 9:00 PM at New Zion Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, 17387 New Zion Baptist Church Road, Covington, LA 70435. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Lung Association of LA, 2325 Severn Ave., Ste. 8, Metairie, LA 70001-6918. E.J. Fielding Funeral Home Inc., 2260 W. 21st. Ave., Covington, LA 70433 in charge of arrangements. Sign guestbook online www.ejfieldingfh.com. Times Picayune 11-8-2006 **************************************** 000929 Young - Cynthia Diane Young on Wednesday, November 8, 2006. Funeral Service on Tuesday, November 14, 2006 -- 10:00 a.m. at New St. Mark's Baptist Church, 1630 Simon Bolivar, N.O., LA 70113. Visitation 9:00 a.m. at the Church. Interment Pinehill Cemetery, Natchez, MS. CHARBONNET-LABAT, Directors, 581-4411. Times Picayune 11-13-2006 **************************************** 000930 Yrle - Deborah Canales Yrle passed away in San Antonio, TX on Saturday, November 25, 2006 at the age of 52. Debbie was born and raised in San Antonio. In 1975, she moved to New Orleans, LA where she met and married her husband of 30 years, Robert Charles Yrle. She returned to San Antonio, in 1991 with her husband and 2 daughters. She devoted her spare time to Blessed Sacrament Church as a religious education teacher and a volunteer for the St. Vincent de Paul Society. Debbie truly believed that each and every person, no matter their circumstance, is worthy of unconditional love. Her belief was reflected in the love she showed to everyone around her. She was preceded in death by her sister, Phyllis Canales; niece, Anna Aguilar; father-in-law, Robert Yrle; and brothe-in-law, Jack Terrell. she is survived by her husband, Robert; two daughters: Shannon Leigh Yrle and Chelsea Lynn Yrle; parents: Jose H. and Clara Jeffers Canales; brothers: Joe Canales and wife, Grace and Jeffrey Canales; sisters: Maureen Gonzalez and husband, Roman and Cynthia Terrell; mother-in-law, Joyce Yrle; sister-in-law, Paual Doucet and husband, Dane; brother-in-law, Michael Yrle and wife, Sheri; nieces: Jennifer Canales, Dayna Lombas and Kristi Davidson; nephews: Richard Aguilar and wife, Kelli and Joe Canales II; and great-nieces: Britani Aguilar, Brooke Aguilar and Taylor Davidson. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 29, 2006 from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Sunset Funeral Chapel, San Antonio, TX with a Vigil to be held at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass will be held 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 30, 2006 at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church with interment to follow in Sunset Memorial Park. Please visit our website www.mem.com to leave a personal tribute to the Yrle family. Times Picayune 11-28-2006 **************************************** 000931 Zeringue - Roy Charles Zeringue, age 75, prominent businessman of St. Charles Parish, passed away on Monday, November 27, 2006 from complications following a heart attack. Beloved husband (49 years) of Mary Jane Falcon Zeringue. Father and father-in-law of Vickie Z. and Richard Roubion, Kevin P. and Aline O. Zeringue, Lannie C. and Tina D. Zeringue, Cory J. and Michele L. Zeringue and Christy Z. and Sean Moore. He was the son of the late Gertrude Troxclair and Toussaint Zeringue. The brother of Enola Z. Trosclair, Curtis Zeringue, Sterling Zeringue, the late Carl Zeringue and Melvin Zeringue. He was the proud grandfather of 21 loving grandchildren. He is also survived by numerous relatives and friends. He was a lifelong resident of New Sarpy, LA and served in the United States Air Force, attaining the rank of staff sergeant. He founded Zeringue's Plumbling in 1963 and along with his brother Sterling grew that business into various companies, which he continued to lead with Sterling until his death. He was a member of the American Legion, Norco Lions Club, and served on the board of directors of American Bank. He was a true Louisiana sportsman-fisherman, hunter and shrimper and a member of several hunting clubs in Louisiana and Mississippi. He was a lifelong parishioner of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church in Destrehan, LA and was also associated with Our Lady of Perpetual Catholic Church in Kenner, LA. Relatives and friends are asked to attend the visitation to be held at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church on River Road, Destrehan, LA on Thursday, November 30, 2006 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. and on Friday, December 1, 2006 from 10:00 a.m. until the beginning of the Mass of Christian Burial at 12:30 p.m. Interment to follow at the St. Charles Borromeo Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that friends offer masses or donations to the Brother Martin High School/St. Aloysius Century Memorial Scholarship at 4401 Elysian Fields Ave., New Orleans, LA 70122. Times Picayune 11-30-2006 **************************************** 000932 Zundel - Marjorie 'Margie' Bernard Crosby Zundel, of Slidell, LA on Wednesday, November 1, 2006. Wife of Edward J. Zundel, Jr., and by the first marriage to the late Richard J. Crosby. Mother of Noland J., Wayne G., Gary R. Crosby, Linda C. Hillman, Patty C. VonBodungen and Mary C. Soulier. Stepmother of Edward J. Zundel, III, June Z. Lingo and Desiree Zundel. Sister of the late Harvey Bernard. Also survived by 19 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at HONAKER FUNERAL HOME,1751 GAUSE Blvd. WEST (IN FOREST LAWN CEMETERY), Slidell, LA on Monday, November 6, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. Interment in St. Patrick #3 Cemetery. Visitation on Monday morning after 9:00 A.M. until funeral time. Masses or contributions to St. Genevieve Catholic Church in her memory. Times Picayune 11-5- 2006 ****************************************